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Need freedom to travel, not plane: Rahul hits back at J-K Guv

Need freedom to travel, not plane: Rahul hits back at J-K Guv

Rediff.com13 Aug 2019

On Monday, Governor Malik invited Gandhi to visit Jammu and Kashmir, saying he would send an aircraft for him, after the Congress leader said, "People were dying in the state and the situation was not normal as claimed by the government."

'You are aware Sheena is alive'

'You are aware Sheena is alive'

Rediff.com29 Nov 2022

I don't think Rahul Mukerjea once referred to Sheena as killed or murdered and always referred to it as her disappearance. It felt like he still used the word 'disappear' because killed had a finality to it that he didn't want to face.

When I Received My OBE From Prince Charles

When I Received My OBE From Prince Charles

Rediff.com11 Jun 2022

'After greeting Prince Charles with a traditional bow, moving away from protocol, I also did a namaste, which HRH reciprocated twice -- once before the award presentation and the second time just before I left him.'

What BJP's Gujarat Win Proves

What BJP's Gujarat Win Proves

Rediff.com9 Dec 2022

What these elections prove beyond any doubt (if ever there was one) that Modi's hold over public mind and Shah's mastery of election management are unparalleled. It doesn't seem likely that they will be matched any time soon in the Indian political scene, reaffirms Shreekant Sambrani.

Strange case of why the handloom board was abolished

Strange case of why the handloom board was abolished

Rediff.com22 Aug 2020

When Nitin Gadkari was president of the Bharatiya Janata Party, the party had announced it would set up a separate ministry for handlooms and handicraft. Instead of doing that, the BJP government has abolished the only institution that took into account the voice of the weavers.

TELL US! How can restaurants stay safe and virus free?

TELL US! How can restaurants stay safe and virus free?

Rediff.com7 Oct 2020

Share your suggestions and tips for restaurants, as they plan to open their doors for patrons.

Minimum monthly pension of Rs 1,000 to be a reality soon

Minimum monthly pension of Rs 1,000 to be a reality soon

Rediff.com18 May 2014

The UPA government's decision to ensure a minimum pension of Rs 1,000 a month under the retirement fund body EPFO's scheme, which will immediately benefit 28 lakh pensioners, is going to be a reality soon.

Is India still a democracy? Oppn on Haridwar hate speeches

Is India still a democracy? Oppn on Haridwar hate speeches

Rediff.com23 Dec 2021

Held at Ved Niketan Dham in Haridwar from December 17-20, the Dharma Sansad was organised by Yati Narasimhanand Giri of the Juna Akhada, who is already under police scanner for making hate speeches and inciting violence against Muslims.

Can You Take Your Eyes Off Yami?

Can You Take Your Eyes Off Yami?

Rediff.com21 Mar 2022

'Summer Somewhere exclusively creates clothes that are kind to the planet.'

'Jewellery worth Rs 24-25 crores was transferred'

'Jewellery worth Rs 24-25 crores was transferred'

Rediff.com25 Nov 2022

Indrani was spiritedly telegraphing details of the jewellery from the back of the court...

1971 War: Meet War Hero 'Keen Kumar'

1971 War: Meet War Hero 'Keen Kumar'

Rediff.com25 Mar 2021

'We airlifted army personnel wearing lungis to generally unused landing grounds.' 'We were told to keep quiet about what we did or saw.'

TAX GURU: 'Can NRIs open PPF accounts?'

TAX GURU: 'Can NRIs open PPF accounts?'

Rediff.com4 Apr 2022

Anil Rego, CEO, Right Horizons, answers your personal income tax queries.

LOVE GURU: My wife is a flirt!

LOVE GURU: My wife is a flirt!

Rediff.com13 Jan 2022

Relationship problems? Let Love Guru help.

'I do plan to sing again very soon'

'I do plan to sing again very soon'

Rediff.com28 Sep 2021

'There is so much division in the country. People are getting more and more into 'Main Hindu hoon woh Mussalmaan hai'.' 'This climate of suspicion and hostility must stop,' The Legend, 92 today, tells Subhash K Jha in an exclusive interview.

How I trimmed my monthly budget in the lockdown

How I trimmed my monthly budget in the lockdown

Rediff.com14 May 2020

Felcy Pinto, who works as HR coordinator, tells us how she is preparing for the difficult days ahead.

First salary: 'Even today, I value Rs 850'

First salary: 'Even today, I value Rs 850'

Rediff.com27 Dec 2019

Rediff reader Rao MA from Singapore shares his story.

Tamil Nadu: In debt, state faces pressure to implement pay hike

Tamil Nadu: In debt, state faces pressure to implement pay hike

Rediff.com8 Jul 2016

This time, five states, including Tamil Nadu, have requested the Centre to delay the pay hikes.

West Bengal: Debt-ridden state faces uphill task

West Bengal: Debt-ridden state faces uphill task

Rediff.com8 Jul 2016

The state is now under pressure to revise the salaries of its 800,000 employees, which would add to the strain of an already debt-laden state exchequer.

Full Text: President's address to nation on the eve of Republic Day

Full Text: President's address to nation on the eve of Republic Day

Rediff.com25 Jan 2022

Here's the full text of address to the nation by President Ram Nath Kovind on the eve of the Republic Day 2022.

B-school graduates now prefer PSU jobs over private ones: survey

B-school graduates now prefer PSU jobs over private ones: survey

Rediff.com16 Aug 2014

These firms offer job security and lucrative salries.

LOVE GURU: My wife's not interested in sex

LOVE GURU: My wife's not interested in sex

Rediff.com29 Nov 2021

Relationship problems? Let Love Guru help.

FULL TEXT: President's address to nation on I Day eve

FULL TEXT: President's address to nation on I Day eve

Rediff.com14 Aug 2021

President Ram Nath Kovind addressed the nation on the eve of India's 75th Independence Day. Here's the text of what he said:

Should you opt for National Pension System?

Should you opt for National Pension System?

Rediff.com23 May 2016

On maturity, 40 per cent of the accumulated corpus can be withdrawn tax-free.

ASK DR JAIN: Is keratin treatment for hair safe?

ASK DR JAIN: Is keratin treatment for hair safe?

Rediff.com15 Dec 2021

Tackle your hair and skin problems with expert help from Dr Dinesh Jain.

How my first salary of Rs 300 helped fulfill my dreams

How my first salary of Rs 300 helped fulfill my dreams

Rediff.com11 Dec 2019

Rediff reader Kiran Mestry, 49 from Mumbai tells us how her first salary changed her life.

LOVE GURU: 'We belong to different religions'

LOVE GURU: 'We belong to different religions'

Rediff.com30 May 2022

Relationship problems? Let Love Guru help.

Day after resignation, Sidhu questions DGP, AG appointments

Day after resignation, Sidhu questions DGP, AG appointments

Rediff.com29 Sep 2021

'My fight is issue-based and I have stood by it for a long time. There can't be any compromise on a pro-Punjab agenda'

Rs 1,000 minimum monthly pension to be a reality this month

Rs 1,000 minimum monthly pension to be a reality this month

Rediff.com14 Jan 2014

Those who get less than Rs 1,000 a month include 22 lakh (2.2 million) member pensioners and 5 lakh widows as on March 31, 2013.

Shooting ace Bhaker demands action against Air India employees

Shooting ace Bhaker demands action against Air India employees

Rediff.com20 Feb 2021

Tokyo Olympics medal prospect Manu Bhaker has demanded action against two Air India employees for allegedly 'harassing' and 'insulting' her while the ace shooter tried to board a flight to Bhopal from Delhi.

ASK ANU: 'I want to walk out of this marriage'

ASK ANU: 'I want to walk out of this marriage'

Rediff.com1 Oct 2021

In her weekly column, mental health guru Anu Krishna offers advice on how to take charge of your life.

ISL: Mumbai City beat Bengaluru FC to brighten chance of top-4 finish

ISL: Mumbai City beat Bengaluru FC to brighten chance of top-4 finish

Rediff.com17 Jan 2020

Defensive mistakes cost Bengaluru dear and helped Mumbai's cause

Govt grants tax relief, eases compliances in time of coronavirus

Govt grants tax relief, eases compliances in time of coronavirus

Rediff.com3 May 2020

From 100% tax deductions for contributions to PM-CARES fund to extending the due date for linking Aadhar and PAN card, the government has provided various tax relief and extensions in deadlines for statutory compliances, says Homi Mistry.

Should you use PF to buy a house, plot or repay a loan?

Should you use PF to buy a house, plot or repay a loan?

Rediff.com10 Sep 2015

It is not advisable to touch retirement corpus if property is being purchased for investment.

Navratri recipe: Phalhari kacche kele ki tikki

Navratri recipe: Phalhari kacche kele ki tikki

Rediff.com23 Sep 2019

Vijesh Modi, senior sous chef, The Deltin, Daman shares his special Navratri recipe.

First salary: From Rs 200 in 1961 to general manager

First salary: From Rs 200 in 1961 to general manager

Rediff.com7 Jan 2020

Rediff reader Vijai Kumar Sharma, 79 from Jaipur tells us about his first salary.

Prince Philip helped design Land Rover that will carry his coffin

Prince Philip helped design Land Rover that will carry his coffin

Rediff.com11 Apr 2021

The coffin of the senior royal will be loaded into the Land Rover for an eight-minute procession to the gates of St George's Chapel, where the funeral is to begin with a national minute's silence at 1500 local time on April 17.

Sports at Academy Awards: Oscar gongs for NBA star Bryant, Russia dope docu

Sports at Academy Awards: Oscar gongs for NBA star Bryant, Russia dope docu

Rediff.com5 Mar 2018

The sports field saw two special mentions at the 90th Oscar Awards on Sunday night.

Tata Motors tightens belt, offers voluntary retirement

Tata Motors tightens belt, offers voluntary retirement

Rediff.com28 Feb 2015

The scheme has been extended to all categories of employees.

3 Moringa recipes you will LOVE

3 Moringa recipes you will LOVE

Rediff.com3 Nov 2020

R S Dev from Bengaluru sent us these amazing recipes!

ASK ANU: 'My wife and I fight. I'm worried'

ASK ANU: 'My wife and I fight. I'm worried'

Rediff.com15 Jun 2021

As part of this self help initiative with Rediff.com, Mental Health Coach Anu Krishna helps readers talk about their problems and offers advice.