News for 'Deva'

Now, a prequel to Baahubali on Netflix

Now, a prequel to Baahubali on Netflix

Rediff.com2 Aug 2018

Baahubali: Before The Beginning will capture Sivagami's journey from rebellious and vengeful girl to wise and unequalled queen.

ISSF's Junior World Cup: Indian shooter grabs gold

ISSF's Junior World Cup: Indian shooter grabs gold

Rediff.com18 Sep 2016

Young Indian shooter Subhankar Pramanick clinched the gold medal in 50-metre rifle prone event at the ISSF Junior World Cup for pistol, rifle and shotgun in Gabala, Azerbaijan, on Sunday.

CAT dismisses former ISRO chairman's plea

CAT dismisses former ISRO chairman's plea

Rediff.com8 Mar 2013

Central Administrative Tribunal on Friday dismissed former Indian Space Research Organisation Chairman G Madhavan Nair's plea, seeking quashing of the Centre's decision to debar him from holding government posts for his alleged role in the controversial Antrix-Devas deal, on the ground of maintainability.

24 new ministers take oath in Gujarat, team Rupani out

24 new ministers take oath in Gujarat, team Rupani out

Rediff.com17 Sep 2021

Governor Acharya Devvrat administered the oath to 10 cabinet ministers and 14 ministers of state, including five ministers of state with independent charge.

HARASS Tax-Payers with Notices is New I-T Game

HARASS Tax-Payers with Notices is New I-T Game

Rediff.com17 Aug 2021

In a most perverse example of tax bullying, someone I know has got by three such notices reopening his assessment minutes before the midnight deadline of June 30, reveals Debashis Basu.

Behold! The Kingfisher Calendar 2021

Behold! The Kingfisher Calendar 2021

Rediff.com29 Dec 2020

Shot in Kerala during the pandemic, the Kingfisher Calendar 2021 introduces five new faces: Gehna Mahiarya, Krithika Babu, Adline Castelino, Sumita Bhandari and Anukreethy Vas.

SHO's suicide: CBI quizzes Rajasthan Cong MLA, Gehlot's OSD

SHO's suicide: CBI quizzes Rajasthan Cong MLA, Gehlot's OSD

Rediff.com21 Jul 2020

A team of the CBI's special crime unit in Delhi is in Jaipur to record statements in connection with the death of Rajgarh Station House Officer (SHO) Vishnudutt Vishnoi, whose body was found hanging from the ceiling of his official residence.

COMING UP: June movie releases

COMING UP: June movie releases

Rediff.com4 Jun 2019

In the mix of masala flicks that will release this month, including Bharat, there is a serious Ayushmann Khurrana movie as well!

Brit sailing champ dies as boat capsizes in US at training

Brit sailing champ dies as boat capsizes in US at training

Rediff.com10 May 2013

British yacht-racing champion Andrew 'Bart' Simpson, who won a gold medal at the 2008 Summer Olympics in Beijing, was killed on Thursday when his vessel capsized in San Francisco Bay during training for the America's Cup, his team said.

Special: The BEST Shot Films In Indian Cinema

Special: The BEST Shot Films In Indian Cinema

Rediff.com17 Jul 2013

Cinematographer Kiran Deohans, who has worked in films like Qayamat Se Qayamat Tak, Aks, Kabhie Khushi Kabhie Gham, Jodhaa Akbar and Agneepath, discusses the films that have inspired him.

What our leaders need to learn from the epics

What our leaders need to learn from the epics

Rediff.com18 May 2019

'Gods are deceitful too and villains can be upright upholders of the law.' 'Perhaps political leaders of all shades would benefit from these lessons instead of declaring themselves upholders of a dharma that means different things to different people,' points out Arundhuti Dasgupta.

PIX: Lisa Haydon, Neha Dhupia get ready for IIFA

PIX: Lisa Haydon, Neha Dhupia get ready for IIFA

Rediff.com2 Jul 2013

A host of Bollywood stars are all set to perform at this year's IIFA awards.

'I didn't want anything bold or sleazy for my debut film'

'I didn't want anything bold or sleazy for my debut film'

Rediff.com13 Jun 2013

Producer Kumar Taurani's son Girish talks about making his acting debut in Prabhu Deva's Ramaiya Vastavaiya.

How Kangana, Alia, Big B spent their weekend!

How Kangana, Alia, Big B spent their weekend!

Rediff.com3 Oct 2016

Here's how Bollywood stars spent the weekend in various parts of Mumbai.

Shruti Haasan: I thought I was too ugly to become an actress

Shruti Haasan: I thought I was too ugly to become an actress

Rediff.com21 May 2013

Shruti Haasan tells us why Ramaiya Vastavaiya is not her comeback Hindi film.

Akshay Kumar's TOP 10 HITS

Akshay Kumar's TOP 10 HITS

Rediff.com10 Sep 2020

We celebrate Akshay's birthday by looking back at his top 20 blockbusters over the years.

STUNNING PICS: Romanian teen's jet-engine bicycle

STUNNING PICS: Romanian teen's jet-engine bicycle

Rediff.com5 Feb 2013

Raul Oaida from Bucharest used his pocket money to build the first-of-its-kind engine in three years.

Santosh Sivan makes Malayalam cinema global

Santosh Sivan makes Malayalam cinema global

Rediff.com28 Mar 2011

The ace cinematographer and director will take his film to an international platform.

Oh, Insider Punters' League!

Oh, Insider Punters' League!

Rediff.com27 May 2013

Chennai Super Kings owner and BCCI President N Srinivasan should formally distance himself from the IPL and BCCI until his son-in-law is cleared of wrongdoing in the spot-fixing scandal, feels Shreekant Sambrani.

Vinod Khanna not invited for Saif-Kareena wedding?

Vinod Khanna not invited for Saif-Kareena wedding?

Rediff.com18 Oct 2012

Randhir Kapoor has found a new friend in Vinod Khanna while shooting for a film but didn't invite him for daughter Kareena's wedding.

PIX: Salman returns home

PIX: Salman returns home

Rediff.com8 Apr 2018

Scenes from outside Salman Khan's house.

Narasimha's resignation unfortunate: Madhavan Nair

Narasimha's resignation unfortunate: Madhavan Nair

Rediff.com25 Feb 2012

Former Indian Space Research Organisation chief G Madhavan Nair has expressed his unhappiness over top scientist Roddam Narasimha's decision to resign. Narasimha announced his resignation from ISRO in protest against the blacklisting of Nair and three other scientists over the controversial Antrix-Devas deal. Talking to reporters, Nair said he hoped the respective authorities would be able to convince Narasimha to stay on.

Review: ABCD is the Dabangg of dance!

Review: ABCD is the Dabangg of dance!

Rediff.com8 Feb 2013

ABCD (Any Body Can Dance) is a must watch not only for dance lovers but also for those who like good cinema, writes Prasanna D Zore.

Madhavan Nair removed from BEL board of directors

Madhavan Nair removed from BEL board of directors

Rediff.com21 Jun 2012

In a belated action, defence public sector undertakings Bharat Electronics Limited has removed former Indian Space Research Organisation Chairman G Madhavan Nair from its Board of Directors as he was barred from holding any government post for his role in the controversial Antrix-Devas deal.

Box Office: Dabangg 3 gets average opening

Box Office: Dabangg 3 gets average opening

Rediff.com23 Dec 2019

Vinod Mirani gives us the weekly box office verdict.

PIX: Akshay Kumar, Amy Jackson watch Singh is Bliing

PIX: Akshay Kumar, Amy Jackson watch Singh is Bliing

Rediff.com2 Oct 2015

Check out the star arrivals.

Ex-ISRO chief given adequate chance to explain: Govt

Ex-ISRO chief given adequate chance to explain: Govt

Rediff.com17 May 2012

Government on Thursday said former Indian Space Research Organisation chief G Madhavan Nair was given a "due and adequate chance" by a high-level panel to put forth his views on the action taken against him in connection with irregularities in the Antrix-Devas deal.

Antrix deal a case of public investment for pvt profit: CAG

Antrix deal a case of public investment for pvt profit: CAG

Rediff.com16 May 2012

The Comptroller and Auditor General (CAG) on Tuesday criticised the roles of the Department of Space and its former secretary, G Madhavan Nair, in the Antrix-Devas deal, saying the deal was a "classic case of public investment for private profit".

Scientists at war: ISRO 'scandal' right under PMO's nose?

Scientists at war: ISRO 'scandal' right under PMO's nose?

Rediff.com31 Jan 2012

The punitive action on January 13 against four scientists of the Indian Space Research Organisation in connection with the Antrix-Devas deal leaves many questions unanswered. It does however make it apparent that there have been lacunae in the functioning of one of India's premier scientific institutions, its commercial arm, and the overseeing body.

Box Office: War is a hit!

Box Office: War is a hit!

Rediff.com7 Oct 2019

The hits and flops of the week.

BJP asks why no action against PMO officials in Antrix deal

BJP asks why no action against PMO officials in Antrix deal

Rediff.com25 Jan 2012

Even as the government acted against former Indian Space Research Organisation chief and three others in Antrix-Devas deal, the Bharatiya Janata Party on Wednesday sought to turn the tables on the Prime Minister's Office, demanding an explanation from the prime minister as to why no action has been taken against officials in his office responsible for the controversial agreement.

Sena stirs pot again, calls for family planning for Muslims, Christians

Sena stirs pot again, calls for family planning for Muslims, Christians

Rediff.com15 Apr 2015

Shiv Sena advocated compulsory family planning for Muslims and Christians to check their "rising" population.

DoS refuses to share info under RTI with Madhavan Nair

DoS refuses to share info under RTI with Madhavan Nair

Rediff.com5 Apr 2012

For the second time, the Department of Space has declined to give details on why punitive action was taken against former ISRO chief G Madhavan Nair in connection with the controversial Antrix-Devas deal, evoking a sharp reaction from the scientist who said there is "something fishy".

Space department turns down Madhavan Nair's RTI plea again

Space department turns down Madhavan Nair's RTI plea again

Rediff.com5 Apr 2012

For the second time, the Department of Space has declined to give details on why punitive action was taken against former chief Indian Space Research Organisation G Madhavan Nair in connection with the controversial Antrix-Devas deal, evoking a sharp reaction from the scientist who said there is "something fishy".

'Salman's career as a hero is over'

'Salman's career as a hero is over'

Rediff.com19 May 2021

'He's the biggest crowd-puller we have.' 'He still has the power, talent and most importantly, a mind-boggling fan base.' 'He is a darling of the masses, but he has to match the content.'

Scientists versus govt: The procedural gap widens

Scientists versus govt: The procedural gap widens

Rediff.com5 Mar 2012

Most senior scientists have complained of repeated questioning by the expenditure department, bureaucratic delays in clearances, more focus on procedure than on result and the lack of an environment for science to grow, reports Akshat Kaushal

Govt yet to decide on Nair's request, says PMO

Govt yet to decide on Nair's request, says PMO

Rediff.com29 Feb 2012

The government is yet to take a call on former Indian Space Research Organisation Chairman G Madhavan Nair's request to the Prime Minister's Office to order an inquiry into the reasons behind annulment of the controversial Antrix-Devas deal and the procedure followed.

PIX: Amul's Top 25 Posters for Hindi Cinema

PIX: Amul's Top 25 Posters for Hindi Cinema

Rediff.com7 Jun 2012

The latest poster for Rowdy Rathore understands the film quite well!

ISRO row intensifies, Nair fires fresh salvo

ISRO row intensifies, Nair fires fresh salvo

Rediff.com26 Feb 2012

The Indian Space Research Organisation row has intensified with its former chief G Madhavan Nair writing to the Prime Minister's Office to order an enquiry into the reasons behind the annulment of the controversial Antrix-Devas deal and the procedure followed, in a fresh salvo at his successor K Radhakrishnan.

Narasimha quitting space commission very disturbing: Nair

Narasimha quitting space commission very disturbing: Nair

Rediff.com24 Feb 2012

A top aerospace scientist has quit as the member of the Space Commission to protest the government's decision to blacklist former Indian Space Research Organisation chief G Madhavan Nair and three other scientists over the controversial Antrix-Devas deal. "We submitted the report after identifying the lapses and suggested measures to make sure that they do not happen again. We found no evidence of wrong-doing or fraud or personal gain," Professor Roddam Narasimha said.