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Time to keep religion out of politics

Time to keep religion out of politics

Rediff.com2 Jan 2017

Let India rise on the prowess of development, honest money and a non-religionist political discourse. That will secure our future and also make an impact on the theologically run sham democracies in our neighbourhood, says Tarun Vijay.

Serie A: Juve march toward title after dispatching Lazio

Serie A: Juve march toward title after dispatching Lazio

Rediff.com19 Apr 2015

Juventus defeated second-placed Lazio 2-0 at home on Saturday to take another huge step towards their fourth straight Serie A title and boost their confidence for Wednesday's crunch Champions League clash in Monaco.

British Airways incurs wrath of Tendulkar and his fans. Here's why...

British Airways incurs wrath of Tendulkar and his fans. Here's why...

Rediff.com13 Nov 2015

When the 'god' is angry, look what happens. Sachin Tendulkar, 'God of Cricket' was annoyed and expressed his displeasure on Twitter. Since then, the social networking site is buzzing.

Football Briefs: Atletico report Barcelona over Griezmann approach

Football Briefs: Atletico report Barcelona over Griezmann approach

Rediff.com19 Dec 2017

News of all that's transpired on and off the football field

#StyleHacks: How to be college ready

#StyleHacks: How to be college ready

Rediff.com3 Jun 2016

Check out these trendy styling ideas that you should wear to college.

Why do we outrage so much about Padmavati?

Why do we outrage so much about Padmavati?

Rediff.com6 Dec 2017

'The mainstream media is alive with discussion of the rights and wrongs of the situation.' 'Mass immolation is being rediscovered as a worthy goal for young women, and we have also consoled ourselves at length with the reflection that Muslims Are Bad while Rajputs Are Good,' says Mihir S Sharma.

Sports Shorts: Yuki back in top-100 after more than 2 years

Sports Shorts: Yuki back in top-100 after more than 2 years

Rediff.com16 Apr 2018

A summary of sports events and sports persons, who made news on Sunday

Being liberal in #NewIndia

Being liberal in #NewIndia

Rediff.com28 Jul 2017

'How you live serves as a much better track record than your timeline,' says Mitali Saran.

Questions the media NEEDS to ask Smriti Irani

Questions the media NEEDS to ask Smriti Irani

Rediff.com16 Jun 2016

Prominent journalists have been giving the HRD minister a hall pass, asking her about politics and TRP-generating issues rather than focusing on her visions for the country's education sector.

'J-K govt to take FIR against army to logical conclusion'

'J-K govt to take FIR against army to logical conclusion'

Rediff.com30 Jan 2018

She said if somebody commits a mistake, he should be punished as such a course only brings laurels to the institution.

Net neutrality and the privacy debate

Net neutrality and the privacy debate

Rediff.com27 Jun 2018

Indian policy-makers must see the choices before them as economic, not moral, ones, says Ajit Balakrishnan.

Javadekar and the art of doing what's practical and possible

Javadekar and the art of doing what's practical and possible

Rediff.com2 Apr 2018

Javadekar, along with Piyush Goyal and Dharmendra Pradhan, is among the few ministers who have party as well as ministerial responsibilities.

Posh homes, ghastly roads. Kolkata's peri-urban nightmare

Posh homes, ghastly roads. Kolkata's peri-urban nightmare

Rediff.com10 Oct 2016

Kolkata need not feel inferior as it has its own "alive only at weekends" Lavasa, says Subir Roy.

Bayern held by Schalke in Lahm 500th appearance

Bayern held by Schalke in Lahm 500th appearance

Rediff.com5 Feb 2017

Bundesliga leaders Bayern Munich survived several first-half scares in a 1-1 home draw with midtable Schalke 04 on Saturday as Philipp Lahm made his 500th appearance for the Bavarian club.

Anand crushes Carlsen, jumps to joint third in Norway Chess

Anand crushes Carlsen, jumps to joint third in Norway Chess

Rediff.com20 Jun 2015

Five-time World champion Viswanathan Anand defeated reigning World champion Magnus Carlsen to jump to the joint third spot after the end of the fourth round of Norway Chess tournament, in Stavanger.

The speech the PM should have given

The speech the PM should have given

Rediff.com16 Aug 2013

Amberish Kathewad Diwanji tweaks the prime minister's Red Fort speech.

India now One Nation with One Constitution: PM on I-Day

India now One Nation with One Constitution: PM on I-Day

Rediff.com15 Aug 2019

"Our government does not delay decisions. We neither nurse problems nor keep them pending," Modi said.

'It's been a hell of a roller coaster life'

'It's been a hell of a roller coaster life'

Rediff.com23 May 2017

'There has been a lot of ups and downs, unexpected highs and unimaginable pain, almost thinking that I'm going to die.'

Modi slams Nitish in Lalu's backyard

Modi slams Nitish in Lalu's backyard

Rediff.com30 Oct 2015

Taking on the grand alliance in Lalu Prasad Yadav's home turf of Gopalganj, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday asked Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar whether he wanted the old days of 'jungle raj'-- when the region had turned into a 'mini Chambal' -- to return.

'We are lucky to have Narendra Modi and Amit Shah'

'We are lucky to have Narendra Modi and Amit Shah'

Rediff.com14 Oct 2019

'After Vajpayee-Advani, Modi-Shah is the second best in India.'

A dying lake's open letter for help!

A dying lake's open letter for help!

Rediff.com4 Mar 2016

Once a bountiful water body, years of neglect, rampant encroachment and dumping of untreated sewage and industrial waster has virtually turned Bellandur lake into a large septic tank.

Stock market crash: Five blunders to avoid

Stock market crash: Five blunders to avoid

Rediff.com6 Feb 2018

Take calculated, not blind risks, suggests Ramalingam K.

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 2019

Here's the full text of President's address with a word cloud.

Will do everything to defend and protect religious liberty: Trump

Will do everything to defend and protect religious liberty: Trump

Rediff.com2 Feb 2017

Trump attended his first address to the annual National Prayer Breakfast on Thursday.

'The farmer is dying and the country is rejoicing'

'The farmer is dying and the country is rejoicing'

Rediff.com6 Apr 2017

'The corporate sector says by 2022 they will create 300 million jobs.' 'In the last 70 years we didn't do it, how will we do it in 5 years?' 'Only agriculture can bail out the economy. Unfortunately, it is not being looked into.'

Not surprised by Khan de-linking Pak from Pulwama attack: MEA

Not surprised by Khan de-linking Pak from Pulwama attack: MEA

Rediff.com20 Feb 2019

It said the prime minister of Pakistan has neither chosen to condemn the heinous act nor condoled with the bereaved families.

#MumbaiRains: 'Stay safe,' says Bollywood

#MumbaiRains: 'Stay safe,' says Bollywood

Rediff.com30 Aug 2017

'Mumbai stands tall yet again.' Bollywood raves about the city's resilience.

Football Extras: City edge Watford to extend lead, Bournemouth up to sixth

Football Extras: City edge Watford to extend lead, Bournemouth up to sixth

Rediff.com5 Dec 2018

News of all that's transpired on and off the football field

Raja Sen's Top 10 Hindi Films

Raja Sen's Top 10 Hindi Films

Rediff.com11 Jan 2017

And you won't guess which film tops Raja's list! And why.

Why India will do nothing about killer 'diesel'

Why India will do nothing about killer 'diesel'

Rediff.com26 Oct 2015

Every time we pointed out the overwhelming evidence of diesel's toxicity, we were brushed aside.

Kejriwal unwell, please let him rest, tweets AAP

Kejriwal unwell, please let him rest, tweets AAP

Rediff.com30 Dec 2013

Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal, who took over the reins two days ago, is suffering from fever and cold and will not attend office on Monday. Kejriwal was scheduled to chair a meeting of Delhi Jal Board officials to discuss ways to provide free 700 litres of water per household as promised by him.

Reader Reviews: Avengers: Endgame gave me goosebumps!

Reader Reviews: Avengers: Endgame gave me goosebumps!

Rediff.com29 Apr 2019

'Does Avengers: Endgame close satisfactorily?' 'Does it beat that gold standard of superhero movies, which Mr Nolan gave us nearly seven years ago?' 'After watching on an IMAX screen at a midnight show yesterday, I would say, yes sir, it most certainly does.'

After selling 580 mn books, Gita Press faces labour crisis

After selling 580 mn books, Gita Press faces labour crisis

Rediff.com22 Sep 2015

Though the worker strike at the Gorakhpur-based publisher of Hindu religious texts has been called off, it hints at an underlying financial crisis, says Manavi Kapur

Differently-abled, not different

Differently-abled, not different

Rediff.com20 Mar 2018

For teams that work on projects to make art, culture and travel accessible to the differently-abled, the experience of seeing faces light up is reward in itself.

What are the best options for MBA abroad?

What are the best options for MBA abroad?

Rediff.com7 May 2016

Overseas education consultant NNS Chandra offers advice.

Manchester United cling on against Celta in tense match to make Europa League final

Manchester United cling on against Celta in tense match to make Europa League final

Rediff.com12 May 2017

Ajax to face United in final despite defeat at Lyon

#SydneyStabbing: Companies should help employees choose housing

#SydneyStabbing: Companies should help employees choose housing

Rediff.com16 Mar 2015

Sidharth Narayanan who has spent 15 years in the IT industry, shares his insights from his personal experiences.

India must address batting collapse in slog overs

India must address batting collapse in slog overs

Rediff.com26 Feb 2015

India's batting at the death is one grey area that skipper Mahendra Singh Dhoni would like to address.

Shoe attack on Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal

Shoe attack on Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal

Rediff.com9 Apr 2016

The attacker, identified as Ved Prakash, was detained by police, which quizzed him.

Rajan's 'resignation' letter to RBI staff

Rajan's 'resignation' letter to RBI staff

Rediff.com18 Jun 2016

"I am an academic and I have always made it clear that my ultimate home is in the realm of ideas," Rajan said in a letter to staff.