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Maha cabinet expansion: Fadnavis says formula ready, but no date final

Maha cabinet expansion: Fadnavis says formula ready, but no date final

Rediff.com12 Dec 2024

Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on Thursday said the names of the probable ministers from the Bharatiya Janata Party in his cabinet have been shortlisted and the final decision will be taken by the party's central leadership.

Dada inspects Sharjah stadium ahead of IPL

Dada inspects Sharjah stadium ahead of IPL

Rediff.com15 Sep 2020

Sharjah will host 12 IPL 2020 games, with the first match at the venue on September 22 between the Chennai Super Kings and the Rajasthan Royals.

Women-led water revolution turns dacoits into farmers in Rajasthan

Women-led water revolution turns dacoits into farmers in Rajasthan

Rediff.com25 May 2025

In Rajasthan's Karauli district, a decade ago, rampant drought and dwindling water sources forced many men into a life of dacoity, leaving their families in fear. However, the women of Karauli, tired of the despair, took matters into their own hands. They persuaded their husbands to give up their lives of crime and together they began reviving old water bodies and constructing new ones with the help of a local NGO. This community-led effort, which included building pokhars (water bodies) and reviving the Serni River, resulted in a remarkable transformation, bringing stability and hope to the region, and turning former dacoits into thriving farmers.

What Dada wants to do in next 3 lives...

What Dada wants to do in next 3 lives...

Rediff.com19 May 2021

Dada posted an image of him hitting his trademark lofted shot over the leg side in the fifth ODI against England in Leeds on September 2, 2007.

'Happy birthday to undisputed Dada of Indian cricket'

'Happy birthday to undisputed Dada of Indian cricket'

Rediff.com8 Jul 2020

India's current and former cricketers took to social media to wish one of India's greatest captains and current BCCI president Sourav Ganguly, who celebrated his 48th birthday on Wednesday.

Pawar vs Pawar: Family hits campaign trail in Baramati

Pawar vs Pawar: Family hits campaign trail in Baramati

Rediff.com15 Nov 2024

Election fever has reached its peak in Baramati in the last phase of the campaign for the Maharashtra assembly polls with the rival Nationalist Congress Party factions led by Ajit Pawar and his uncle Sharad Pawar leaving no stone unturned.

Nurse to MTV Supermodel: Roshni Dada's AMAZING Journey

Nurse to MTV Supermodel: Roshni Dada's AMAZING Journey

Rediff.com16 Nov 2021

'Considering where I come from, winning the title is a big achievement. I never thought I would come this far,' says MTV Supermodel of the Year 2 winner Roshni Dada.

Maha reverses mandatory Hindi order for Classes 1-5 after opposition

Maha reverses mandatory Hindi order for Classes 1-5 after opposition

Rediff.com23 Apr 2025

The Maharashtra government has reversed its decision to make Hindi a mandatory third language in schools after facing widespread opposition. The move comes after the state's language consultation committee urged the Chief Minister to revoke the decision. The government will now issue a revised order making Hindi learning voluntary. The decision had been met with criticism from various quarters, including opposition parties and the Maharashtra Navnirman Sena, which had called for a protest against the move.

'Dada was like an older brother'

'Dada was like an older brother'

Rediff.com11 Jun 2021

'Buddhada became such a confidante, friend, philosopher and guide in my life.'

'I'm blessed to have gotten the time to spend with him'

'I'm blessed to have gotten the time to spend with him'

Rediff.com6 Mar 2025

Apart from his hard work and patience, Rahul credited his success to Abhishek Nayar, the former Indian cricketer and the Indian team's batting coach.

Dada, Didi At Real Madrid Home

Dada, Didi At Real Madrid Home

Rediff.com18 Sep 2023

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee visited the Santiago Bernabeu stadium in Madrid along with La Liga President Javier Tebas.

Fadnavis expands cabinet: Here is full list of new ministers

Fadnavis expands cabinet: Here is full list of new ministers

Rediff.com15 Dec 2024

Devendra Fadnavis, the Chief Minister of Maharashtra, inducted 39 ministers into his cabinet on Sunday. The new cabinet includes members from the BJP, Shiv Sena, and NCP, reflecting the coalition government formed after the recent state elections.

'Doesn't matter who is in final; India going to win Champions Trophy'

'Doesn't matter who is in final; India going to win Champions Trophy'

Rediff.com5 Mar 2025

With Team India looking unstoppable, World Cup-winning former India pacer S Sreesanth says no team can prevent it from winning the Champions Trophy final on Sunday.

Race for Maha CM: Sena MLAs want Shinde to continue, NCP backs Ajit Pawar

Race for Maha CM: Sena MLAs want Shinde to continue, NCP backs Ajit Pawar

Rediff.com25 Nov 2024

As suspense over who will become the next Chief Minister of Maharashtra continues, Nationalist Congress Party leader Chhagan Bhujbal on Sunday backed his party's chief, Ajit Pawar, for the top post.

A Journey to Dominique Dada's Sunderbans

A Journey to Dominique Dada's Sunderbans

Rediff.com6 Dec 2022

India is a passion with him. He is immersed in India. But he cannot help worrying about India too.

History In Minutes: Javed Akhtar's Freedom Fighter Family

History In Minutes: Javed Akhtar's Freedom Fighter Family

Rediff.com25 Feb 2025

Syed Firdaus Ashraf offers a ready reckoner on Javed Akhtar's great great grandfather Fazl e Haq Khairabadi who fought the British empire during the 1857 Mutiny and was imprisoned in the Cellular Jail in Port Blair.

How Dada began playing cricket

How Dada began playing cricket

Rediff.com18 Sep 2020

'My father was desperate that I played the game. So, to get away from those big piles of books, a cricket bat was a better option.'

Voices of unity emerge within Pawar family, NCP factions

Voices of unity emerge within Pawar family, NCP factions

Rediff.com14 Dec 2024

Nationalist Congress Party-Sharadchandra Pawar MLA Rohit Pawar's mother Sunanda has emphasised the need for party factions led by veteran politician Sharad Pawar and Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar to come together as voices for unity emerged from both rival camps.

When Cricket Legends Walked Away Without A Roar

When Cricket Legends Walked Away Without A Roar

Rediff.com15 May 2025

While Sachin Tendulkar's 2013 farewell became a national pilgrimage, a vibrant celebration befitting a cricketing deity, the exits of many other Indian icons this century have been quieter journeys into the twilight.

'Dada' turns 44. Wish him!

'Dada' turns 44. Wish him!

Rediff.com8 Jul 2016

Former India captain Sourav Ganguly turns 44, on Friday, as wishes from the cricketing fraternity all over the world poured in on social media.

After Sanju, Will Ranbir Play Dada?

After Sanju, Will Ranbir Play Dada?

Rediff.com27 Feb 2023

'Dada is a living legend, not just here but around the world. The biopic on him will be very special.'

'Need to stop somewhere': Pawar's big retirement hint

'Need to stop somewhere': Pawar's big retirement hint

Rediff.com5 Nov 2024

In an apparent dig at Ajit, Pawar senior said if someone keeps saying he will take everything, people may not say anything but will disapprove of it.

Fadnavis, Shinde, Pawar take oath again as MVA protests

Fadnavis, Shinde, Pawar take oath again as MVA protests

Rediff.com7 Dec 2024

Two days after being sworn in as Maharashtra Chief Minister, Devendra Fadnavis on Saturday took oath as an MLA along with deputy CMs Eknath Shinde and Ajit Pawar, while the opposition Maha Vikas Aghadi boycotted the ceremony alleging EVM misuse.

Trouble Brewing Between Shinde, Fadnavis?

Trouble Brewing Between Shinde, Fadnavis?

Rediff.com21 Jan 2025

Is a sulking Eknath Shinde on the way out as Shiv Sena chief?

Beed sarpanch murder: Dhananjay Munde offers to resign

Beed sarpanch murder: Dhananjay Munde offers to resign

Rediff.com29 Jan 2025

Amid opposition call for his resignation over the Beed sarpanch murder case, Maharashtra minister Dhananjay Munde on Wednesday said he is ready to quit if asked by Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis or deputy CM Ajit Pawar.

How Chiranjeevi Celebrated His Birthday

How Chiranjeevi Celebrated His Birthday

Rediff.com22 Aug 2024

Chiranjeevi celebrated his 69th birthday on August 22 by offering prayers at the Venkateswara Swamy temple in Tirumala.

'Sachin, Dada, VVS would fail yo-yo test'

'Sachin, Dada, VVS would fail yo-yo test'

Rediff.com1 Apr 2021

Skills should be preferred over yo-yo tests, says Virender Sehwag.

Shehnaaz Sets The Dance Floor On Fire

Shehnaaz Sets The Dance Floor On Fire

Rediff.com19 Oct 2024

Taapsee gets poetic... Neha takes a selfie... Raashii's sari love...

Shinde extends all cooperation to Fadnavis, says will work as a team

Shinde extends all cooperation to Fadnavis, says will work as a team

Rediff.com6 Dec 2024

Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde has said he will extend all possible cooperation to Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis and will work as a team. Addressing a news conference, Shinde described his tenure as chief minister as very successful and thanked Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Union Home Minister Amit Shah for their support. He also said the Mahayuti government secured a majority in the recent elections. Shinde said that when he was the chief minister, Fadnavis and Ajit Pawar extended cooperation to him and they worked as a team. He added that he will now be "dedicated to the common man" 24 x 7. In the first cabinet meeting after the swearing-in ceremony, officials were instructed to disburse the next instalment of the Ladki Bahin scheme to beneficiaries. Shinde also rubbished all talk of him being upset over not being made chief minister. He pointed out that 39 Shiv Sena MLAs were with him when he led a revolt in 2022, and today, the party has 57 MLAs, which he asserted was a seal of approval from the people. Shinde was given a rousing welcome at Anand Ashram, the headquarters of the Shiv Sena in Thane, following the swearing-in ceremony. Several hundred party workers thronged the area carrying placards and shouting slogans in his praise.

'In India, Women Have The Right To Demand Justice'

'In India, Women Have The Right To Demand Justice'

Rediff.com11 Mar 2025

'That is why an emotional appeal to the President.' 'There needs to be a strict law. The accused should be punished immediately.' 'All cases should be heard in fast-track courts.' 'In rural areas, women's cases are not even registered. There, political pressure stops them.' 'And if cases are not registered under political pressure, then their voices are completely silenced.'

'I Remain A Chawl Boy Till Today'

'I Remain A Chawl Boy Till Today'

Rediff.com3 Feb 2025

'I stood in the line for potty. So there was no extraordinary feeling that I had become a hero.'

Dia's Magical Allure

Dia's Magical Allure

Rediff.com22 Oct 2024

A fiesta of the best Indian handloom.

Cricket For Dada, Dance For Dona

Cricket For Dada, Dance For Dona

Rediff.com6 Mar 2023

How Mr and Mrs Ganguly spent Sunday.

Is Dhruv Jurel The Next M S Dhoni?

Is Dhruv Jurel The Next M S Dhoni?

Rediff.com1 Mar 2024

'His ability to handle spin, pace, and, most importantly, to deliver under pressure is what sets him apart as a promising youngster.'

'Fadnavis Must Show Who Is The Boss'

'Fadnavis Must Show Who Is The Boss'

Rediff.com3 Mar 2025

'Let Fadnavisji prove to the people of Maharashtra that he acts fairly against one and all.'

'Ek Baar Dekh Lo, Phir Discuss Karte Hain'

'Ek Baar Dekh Lo, Phir Discuss Karte Hain'

Rediff.com14 Nov 2024

'Whatever you do will spark controversies, so it is best do what your heart tells you to do. Simple.'

Maradona mesmerises children but Dada disappointed

Maradona mesmerises children but Dada disappointed

Rediff.com13 Dec 2017

Diego Maradona showed glimpses of his famous dribbling skills, his deft left-footed touches and even crooned Spanish songs as he mesmerised a bunch of school children during an event in Barasat on Tuesday.

Maha poll: MLAs who revolted against Uddhav in Shinde Sena's 1st list

Maha poll: MLAs who revolted against Uddhav in Shinde Sena's 1st list

Rediff.com23 Oct 2024

With this, the Shiv Sena has become the second major political party to release its list of candidates for the state assembly polls. Its ally BJP released a list of 99 candidates on Sunday.

HappyBirthdayDada trending as Ganguly turns 45

HappyBirthdayDada trending as Ganguly turns 45

Rediff.com8 Jul 2017

A packed day notwithstanding, former India cricket captain Sourav Ganguly was flooded with wishes on his 45th birthday.

Pran to get Dada Saheb Phalke award

Pran to get Dada Saheb Phalke award

Rediff.com12 Apr 2013

The award will be conferred on Pran on May 3, which will also marks the 100 years of cinema this year.