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Readers' PHOTOS: Beautiful Ganpatis from California to Delhi

Readers' PHOTOS: Beautiful Ganpatis from California to Delhi

Rediff.com23 Sep 2015

We had asked our readers to send us photos of their Ganesha. We received many entries, some of which are being showcased here.

Beautiful Ganpatis from London to Pune

Beautiful Ganpatis from London to Pune

Rediff.com22 Sep 2015

We had asked our readers to mail us photos of their Ganesha. We received many entries, some of which are being showcased here.

Review: Aiyyaa, what a letdown!

Review: Aiyyaa, what a letdown!

Rediff.com12 Oct 2012

There is no way to find fault with leading lady Rani Mukerji but she is shockingly let down by the storyline.

Behind Maharashtra's plummeting conviction rate

Behind Maharashtra's plummeting conviction rate

Rediff.com2 Feb 2012

The recent acquittal of the four accused in the Adnan Patrawala kidnapping and murder case is yet another stark reminder of the fast worsening quality of prosecution and a direct reflection on the investigative abilities of the police force in Mumbai, reports Toral Varia Deshpande.

PIX: Aamir, Raju Hirani, Shefali Shah watch a play

PIX: Aamir, Raju Hirani, Shefali Shah watch a play

Rediff.com6 Apr 2015

Check out the star arrivals.

Ask Ajit: Stocks to buy, hold, sell

Ask Ajit: Stocks to buy, hold, sell

Rediff.com13 Jan 2021

Ajit Mishra, vice president, Research, Religare Broking, answers your queries.

Alvida: Film folk who left us in 2019

Alvida: Film folk who left us in 2019

Rediff.com31 Dec 2019

Hindi cinema lost some of its most celebrated faces in 2019, leaving a void in the fraternity as well as in the hearts of the audiences. We take a look at those who passed on.

This protest is not a WWF match: Anupam Kher

This protest is not a WWF match: Anupam Kher

Rediff.com27 Dec 2011

Bollywood veteran actor Anupam Kher visited Mumbai Metropolitan Region Development Authority to express his support to Team Anna and passage of Jan Lokpal Bill. Toral Varia Deshpande speaks to Anupam Kher.

No permission for Team Anna to hold protests in Mumbai?

No permission for Team Anna to hold protests in Mumbai?

Rediff.com23 Dec 2011

With just three days left for Anna Hazare's fast to commence, members of India Against Corruption are running from pillar to post to secure requisite clearances for Anna's fast, reports Toral Varia Deshpande

MUST SEE: India looks up to THESE men

MUST SEE: India looks up to THESE men

Rediff.com23 Dec 2011

In the last three years, photographer Zakia Shakir has zigzagged across the world to train her camera on some of India's most famous men.

Jab We Met: 'I would always find him around me'

Jab We Met: 'I would always find him around me'

Rediff.com24 Jan 2013

Readers share their love stories ahead of Valentine's Day.

My Sunny Balcony: A passion that is a business

My Sunny Balcony: A passion that is a business

Rediff.com30 Aug 2011

We have lost the front and the back yards. So, the only place left for us is the balcony. People buy flats with French windows and spacious balconies that can be used creatively, says the My Sunny Balcony team.

Mosquito terror troubles newly-inaugurated Mumbai NSG hub

Mosquito terror troubles newly-inaugurated Mumbai NSG hub

Rediff.com23 Feb 2012

On occasion of the inauguration of the Mumbai Regional Hub of the National Security Guard Director General Rajan Medekar spoke to rediff.com's Toral Varia Deshpande

Veteran actor Shriram Lagoo passes away

Veteran actor Shriram Lagoo passes away

Rediff.com18 Dec 2019

Dr Lagoo, who was a trained ENT surgeon, played important role in the growth of theatre movement in Maharashtra in post-Independence era.

MFs you must Buy, Hold or Exit

MFs you must Buy, Hold or Exit

Rediff.com9 Jun 2021

Omkeshwar Singh, Head, Rank MF, a mutual fund investment platform, answers your queries.

13/7 blasts: How police rivalry let mastermind slip away

13/7 blasts: How police rivalry let mastermind slip away

Rediff.com17 Jan 2012

Toral Varia Deshpande brings you the details of how rivalry between India's two of the most recognised agencies, the Maharashtra Anti Terrorism Squad and the Special Cell of Delhi Police, has cost India one it's most wanted terrorist and 13/7 Mumbai serial blasts mastermind -- Yasin Ahmad Siddibappa alias Yasin Bhatkal.

2018's 10 Best Moments In Hindi Films

2018's 10 Best Moments In Hindi Films

Rediff.com3 Jan 2019

Aseem Chhabra picks the scenes that left him impressed this year.

'I have been choosy. I didn't want to compromise'

'I have been choosy. I didn't want to compromise'

Rediff.com11 Nov 2020

'People are already talking about what my character will do in Mirzapur season three.'

Box Office: Slow start for Sui Dhaaga, but may do well

Box Office: Slow start for Sui Dhaaga, but may do well

Rediff.com2 Oct 2018

The hits and misses of the week.

Unemployment rises across religions, social groups

Unemployment rises across religions, social groups

Rediff.com22 Feb 2019

The problem of unemployment is spread across the economy.

Anna's fast called off, but agitation to intensify

Anna's fast called off, but agitation to intensify

Rediff.com28 Dec 2011

Team Anna yet to plan campaign against Congress in five poll-bound states. Toral Varia Deshpande reports.

PIX: Kangana, Rekha party with Priyanka

PIX: Kangana, Rekha party with Priyanka

Rediff.com27 Apr 2017

PeeCee parites with her friends from the industry.

PIX: Salman mingles with Jackie Shroff at MAMI

PIX: Salman mingles with Jackie Shroff at MAMI

Rediff.com6 Nov 2015

A look at the pictures.

Mushtaq: TN thrash Jharkhand; Mumbai knocked out despite win

Mushtaq: TN thrash Jharkhand; Mumbai knocked out despite win

Rediff.com27 Nov 2019

Tamil Nadu registered an eight-wicket win in their last Super League match of the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy T20 tournament

Focus on youngsters as India 'A' take on South Africa 'A' in unofficial Tests

Focus on youngsters as India 'A' take on South Africa 'A' in unofficial Tests

Rediff.com8 Sep 2019

The teams for both the matches are a mix of experience and youth.

Chance for Kona Bharat to stake claim for SA Tests

Chance for Kona Bharat to stake claim for SA Tests

Rediff.com8 Sep 2019

Wicketkeeper Kona Bharat has showcased his skills with the gloves and bat in the several games he has played for India 'A' in the past year or so and is close to selection in the Test team.

'The police are trying to shield someone close to Gadkari'

'The police are trying to shield someone close to Gadkari'

Rediff.com8 Feb 2012

'Gadkari is a powerful man,' says Yogita Thakre's sister. 'He was not even there on the day of the incident. Even so, the police have messed around with the facts from day one! Clearly, they are trying to protect someone.'

Bombay HC rejects MNS plea to hold Shivaji Park rally

Bombay HC rejects MNS plea to hold Shivaji Park rally

Rediff.com3 Feb 2012

In a blow to the Maharashtra Navnirman Sena's apparent attempt to score brownie points over its arch rival Shiv Sena, the Bombay high court on Friday refused to grant permission to the Raj Thackeray-led party to hold a public meeting at Shivaji Park in central Mumbai.

Adnan murder: 'They are never going to live happily'

Adnan murder: 'They are never going to live happily'

Rediff.com30 Jan 2012

A Mumbai sessions court on Monday acquitted all four young boys accused of kidnapping and murdering their friend Adnand Patrawala in August, 2007. Rediff.com's Toral Varia Deshpande reports.

We swam through 1 degree cold water: Shipwreck survivors

We swam through 1 degree cold water: Shipwreck survivors

Rediff.com20 Jan 2012

It was perhaps the longest wait ever for the Indian crew members on board tragedy-struck Italian cruise ship Costa Concordia, to meet their family after having a near death experience. Toral Varia Deshpande reports.

Kumaraswamy allocates portfolios, retains finance

Kumaraswamy allocates portfolios, retains finance

Rediff.com8 Jun 2018

Portfolio sharing had turned out to be a thorny issue between the Congress and JD-S and was thrashed out after much haggling, with both parties announcing an agreement on June one.

'Bhagavad Gita cannot be remotely interpreted as extremist'

'Bhagavad Gita cannot be remotely interpreted as extremist'

Rediff.com30 Dec 2011

The Bhagavad Gita has lasted for centuries and will continue to last for centuries regardless of what a court in Siberia decides, says Bibek Debroy, who spoke to Rediff.com's Toral Varia Deshpande on the controversy.

MMRDA fast: Of Anna's sinking health and low turnout

MMRDA fast: Of Anna's sinking health and low turnout

Rediff.com27 Dec 2011

Team Anna has firmly laid claim to the stage set inside the MMRDA grounds in Bandra-Kurla Complex. However, post noon barely 10-15 per cent of the ground had been occupied by the supporters. IAC volunteers are confident that the crowds will grow as the day and protest progresses, reports Toral Varia Deshpande.

India, Pak fine-tune details before Pak commission visit

India, Pak fine-tune details before Pak commission visit

Rediff.com13 Mar 2012

Toral Varia Deshpande brings you a low-down on the visit the of Pakistan judicial high commission to Mumbai in connection with the 26/11 case.

Saha back in the mix with India A call-up

Saha back in the mix with India A call-up

Rediff.com14 May 2019

The 34-year-old was India's number one Test wicket-keeper until a career-threatening shoulder injury ruled him out of action for almost a year.

Death at Gadkari's home: What happened to 7-year-old Yogita?

Death at Gadkari's home: What happened to 7-year-old Yogita?

Rediff.com23 Jan 2012

More than two years ago, 7-year-old Yogita Thakre was found dead in a car in the compound where BJP politician Nitin Gadkari lived in Nagpur. Toral Varia Deshpande travels to the city to uncover the mystery surrounding the child's death, a case whose investigation was severely criticised by the court recently.

India's new age serial entrepreneurs

India's new age serial entrepreneurs

Rediff.com11 Apr 2011

A serial entrepreneur, according to the Wikipedia definition, is one who continuously comes up with new ideas and invests in new businesses. While there is no data on serial entrepreneurs in India, industry experts say the trend is on the rise.

Ganpatiji from Muscat to Pithampur

Ganpatiji from Muscat to Pithampur

Rediff.com10 Sep 2009

Rediff readers display their best Ganesha pics

'Bedi, Kejriwal pressuring Anna not to give up fast'

'Bedi, Kejriwal pressuring Anna not to give up fast'

Rediff.com28 Dec 2011

Nikhil Wagle, the editor-in-chief of the Marathi television news channel IBN Lokmat, on his meeting with Anna Hazare.

We have the right to refuse Team Anna: Mumbai top cop

We have the right to refuse Team Anna: Mumbai top cop

Rediff.com23 Dec 2011

Anna Hazare and his team is all set to commence its three day fast at Mumbai's MMRDA grounds. Anna Hazare has personally appealed to people for donations to be able to pay the rent rates for the ground. With the fast venue almost finalised, the task of maintaining law and order clearly cut out for the Mumbai police. Rediff.com's Toral Varia Deshpande spoke to Mumbai Police Commissioner Arup Patnaik.