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Shakuntala Devi review

Shakuntala Devi review

Rediff.com31 Jul 2020

There's nothing wrong in Vidya Balan's performance. There's just nothing new about it, feels Sukanya Verma.

Raj Kapoor@100: The Kapoor Khandaan Celebrates

Raj Kapoor@100: The Kapoor Khandaan Celebrates

Rediff.com14 Dec 2024

The Kapoor khandaan got together to celebrate the Showman Raj Kapoor's birth centenary with a grand, glittering party in Mumbai.

What Nitish Kumar's Son Wants For His Dad

What Nitish Kumar's Son Wants For His Dad

Rediff.com25 Feb 2025

Nishant Kumar's demand that the NDA name Nitish Kumar as its chief ministerial nominee is seen as a gambit to consolidate the CM's position in the ruling alliance.

Dhoni, Sakshi Step Out to Vote

Dhoni, Sakshi Step Out to Vote

Rediff.com13 Nov 2024

Accompanied by wife, Sakshi, and father Pan Singh Dhoni and mother Devki Devi, Thala made his way to the polling booth amid tight security.

Judoka Sushila Devi provisionally qualifies for Olympics

Judoka Sushila Devi provisionally qualifies for Olympics

Rediff.com7 Jun 2021

Sushila, who lost her first round at the World Judo Championship here on Sunday in the 48kg category, currently has 989 points, which puts her at seventh spot in the Asian list.

Is that Huma Qureshi or Rabri Devi?

Is that Huma Qureshi or Rabri Devi?

Rediff.com13 Apr 2021

'Rani Bharti has been a delight to play. She starts off as someone whom we all know and relate to, but what she goes onto become is someone few of us can aspire to.'

Kukis, Meiteis hold separate protests across Manipur

Kukis, Meiteis hold separate protests across Manipur

Rediff.com13 Nov 2024

The Kuki-Zo Council called for a 13-hour shutdown in Manipur's hill areas on Tuesday, demanding an investigation into the death of 11 people in a clash with security forces in Jiribam. The shutdown, which began at 5 am, saw schools, markets, and public transport remain closed. Various Kuki-Zo organizations, including the Kuki Students' Organisation, the Zomi Students' Federation, and the Hmar Students' Association, demanded a probe into the incident, accusing the Central Reserve Police Force of "treacherous murder." The Hmar Village Volunteers, who were identified by the Kuki-Zo groups as the victims, condemned the incident and called for intervention from the Ministry of Home Affairs.

Vaishno Devi survivors blame 'mismanagement' for stampede

Vaishno Devi survivors blame 'mismanagement' for stampede

Rediff.com1 Jan 2022

The Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine Board, however, denied the charge, saying all necessary arrangements were made in view of the expected rush, while Jammu and Kashmir Director General of Police (DGP) Dilbag Singh blamed a minor altercation for the 'unfortunate' incident.

Udit Narayan's Narrow Escape

Udit Narayan's Narrow Escape

Rediff.com8 Jan 2025

'When such a life-changing experience happens, you sit back and question your entire life.'

Chak De! India women stun Olympic champions Netherlands

Chak De! India women stun Olympic champions Netherlands

Rediff.com25 Feb 2025

The Indian women's hockey team stunned reigning Olympic champions Netherlands in the shootout after the two sides were locked 2-2 in regulation time.

Lovlina, Thapa lead Assam's charge at National Games

Lovlina, Thapa lead Assam's charge at National Games

Rediff.com6 Feb 2025

Olympic medallist Lovlina Borgohain and six-time Asian champion Shiva Thapa secured impressive victories in their respective boxing bouts at the 38th National Games in Dehradun.

Mamata is trying to...: Nirbhaya's mother on Kolkata rape-murder

Mamata is trying to...: Nirbhaya's mother on Kolkata rape-murder

Rediff.com18 Aug 2024

Instead of using her power to act against the culprits, the chief minister is trying to divert people's attention by holding protests, Asha Devi told PTI.

Indian defender breaks auction record in HIL

Indian defender breaks auction record in HIL

Rediff.com15 Oct 2024

Udita attracts highest bid in first half of HIL women's auction

Reduce 10% oil intake: Modi's tips for battling obesity

Reduce 10% oil intake: Modi's tips for battling obesity

Rediff.com23 Feb 2025

Prime Minister Narendra Modi, in his monthly 'Mann Ki Baat' radio broadcast, urged people to reduce their oil intake by 10% as a step towards fighting obesity. He highlighted the rising obesity rates in India and globally, emphasizing the need for healthier lifestyles. Modi also shared messages from Olympic medalist Neeraj Chopra and boxer Nikhat Zareen, who urged people to adopt healthy habits and avoid fried food. Cardiac surgeon Dr. Devi Shetty highlighted the medical seriousness of obesity and linked it to excessive carbohydrate intake and oil consumption. Modi concluded by challenging 10 people to reduce their oil intake and pass the challenge on to 10 others.

Women HIL: Soorma outclass Pipers

Women HIL: Soorma outclass Pipers

Rediff.com20 Jan 2025

JSW Soorma Hockey Club earned a comprehensive 5-1 victory over Delhi SG Pipers in the Women's Hockey India League.

Rajasthan woman kills son, his wife over extramarital affairs

Rajasthan woman kills son, his wife over extramarital affairs

Rediff.com1 Nov 2024

The murder of a young couple in the Karauli district of Rajasthan was allegedly planned by the husband's mother and maternal uncle as both the husband and wife had extra marital affairs, police said.

Final snan begins as Maha Kumbh 2025 to conclude today

Final snan begins as Maha Kumbh 2025 to conclude today

Rediff.com26 Feb 2025

The 45-day Maha Kumbh in Prayagraj concluded on Mahashivratri with a record-breaking number of pilgrims taking a holy dip at the Triveni Sangam. Over 65 crore pilgrims participated in the event, which took place once every 12 years.

Rabri Devi slapped unruly supporter to make way for CBI sleuths

Rabri Devi slapped unruly supporter to make way for CBI sleuths

Rediff.com21 May 2022

The RJD supporters were creating a ruckus outside 10, Circular Road, where Rabri Devi lives and had been locked from inside by a Central Bureau Investigation team which had raided the house on Friday in connection with its case against Lalu Prasad Yadav, her husband, in the railway recruitment scandal.

India retain Asian women's Champions Trophy hockey crown

India retain Asian women's Champions Trophy hockey crown

Rediff.com20 Nov 2024

Young striker Deepika turned out to be the star again, scoring a fine reverse hit goal as India retained the women's Asian Champions Trophy hockey title after edging past Olympics silver medallist China 1-0 in a pulsating final at Rajgir, Bihar, on Wednesday.

Review: Naah-daniyan!

Review: Naah-daniyan!

Rediff.com7 Mar 2025

Nadaaniyan's lack of charm, chemistry and cheek fails to create any ripples sighs Sukanya Verma.

Karnataka Congress leaders jostle to become 'next CM'

Karnataka Congress leaders jostle to become 'next CM'

Rediff.com22 Jan 2025

Despite the Congress high command's directive to avoid discussing the 'next chief minister', supporters of both Deputy Chief Minister D K Shivakumar and Public Works Minister Satish Jarkiholi continue to publicly push for their respective leaders to take the top spot. This comes amidst reports of a pact that Chief Minister Siddaramaiah would lead the state for the first two and a half years and Shivakumar would take over for the rest of the term.

Time to revisit CJI's role in executive appointments: Dhankhar

Time to revisit CJI's role in executive appointments: Dhankhar

Rediff.com14 Feb 2025

Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar has questioned the Chief Justice of India's involvement in executive appointments, specifically citing the selection of the CBI director. He believes this practice undermines democratic principles and calls for revisiting the existing norms. Dhankhar also raised concerns about the "doctrine of basic structure", suggesting it has a debatable jurisprudential basis. He emphasized the importance of each institution operating within its constitutional boundaries and highlighted the need for coordinated autonomy. The vice president also discussed the need for a balanced approach to judicial review and the importance of judges focusing on judgments rather than other forms of expression. He stressed the need to revisit the current state of affairs to restore the judiciary's sublimity.

'We Are Happy With Silver'

'We Are Happy With Silver'

Rediff.com9 Aug 2024

'It's not about winning a gold or silver, but about winning a medal, and he did his best.'

Jharkhand power couple proves influence over tribal votes

Jharkhand power couple proves influence over tribal votes

Rediff.com23 Nov 2024

Call it a charismatic show by the power couple -- Hemant Soren and Kalpana Soren -- whom the Bharatiya Janata Party had dubbed as 'Bunty aur Babli', Jharkhand's Jharkhand Mukti Morcha is on track to secure a second consecutive term as part of the Indian National Developmental Inclusive Alliance (INDIA).

Englebert's hat-trick powers Soorma to Women's HIL final

Englebert's hat-trick powers Soorma to Women's HIL final

Rediff.com24 Jan 2025

Charlotte Englebert scored a hat-trick to power JSW Soorma Hockey Club to the final of the inaugural Women's Hockey India League with a 4-2 win over Shrachi Rarh Bengal Tigers.

Thandel Review: Patriotic Love Story

Thandel Review: Patriotic Love Story

Rediff.com7 Feb 2025

Naga Chaitanya and Sai Pallavi's competent performances barely elevate this romantic drama, which prefers patriotic thrills, observes Arjun Menon.

When Uddhav Met Kejriwal's Parents

When Uddhav Met Kejriwal's Parents

Rediff.com9 Aug 2024

Former Maharashtra chief minister and Shiv Sena (Uddhav Balasaheb Thackeray) Chief Uddhav Thackeray met Arvind Kejriwal's family in New Delhi on Thursday, August 8, 2024.

'Unwell' Steve Jobs' wife recovers after 'Ganga snan'

'Unwell' Steve Jobs' wife recovers after 'Ganga snan'

Rediff.com14 Jan 2025

Named 'Kamala ' by Giri, Mrs Jobs arrived in Prayagraj on Monday. She is staying at the Kumbh tent city at the Niranjini Akhara camp till January 15, before returning to the US to attend the swearing-in ceremony of President-elect Donald Trump on January 20.

Kerala Nursing Council to bar ragging accused from further studies

Kerala Nursing Council to bar ragging accused from further studies

Rediff.com15 Feb 2025

Amid widespread outrage over the brutal ragging incident at the Government Nursing College in Kottayam, the Kerala Nurses and Midwives Council (KNMC) on Saturday decided to bar all five accused students from continuing their studies.

Day after stampede, devotees follow 'stricter' rules at Vaishno Devi

Day after stampede, devotees follow 'stricter' rules at Vaishno Devi

Rediff.com2 Jan 2022

A day after 12 people died in a stampede at Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine in Jammu and Kashmir's Katra on Saturday, pilgrims thronged the temple for darshan following 'stricter' guidelines of the authorities.

Olympics: Challenging draw for Indian Judoka Sushila Devi

Olympics: Challenging draw for Indian Judoka Sushila Devi

Rediff.com22 Jul 2021

Sushila to face former Olympic medallist Eva in opening round.

Agent promised legal US entry, spent around Rs 50L but....: Deportee

Agent promised legal US entry, spent around Rs 50L but....: Deportee

Rediff.com18 Feb 2025

Rohit, a young man from Punjab, India, was deported from the United States after a perilous journey that cost him his life savings and left his family in financial ruin. He had been promised legal entry to the U.S. by a travel agent in Amritsar, but his hopes were dashed when he was apprehended for illegally crossing the border. The ordeal highlights the risks associated with illegal migration and the exploitation faced by vulnerable individuals seeking a better life.

Hattrick for AAP or comeback for BJP? Delhi counting today

Hattrick for AAP or comeback for BJP? Delhi counting today

Rediff.com8 Feb 2025

Several exit polls have given the BJP an edge over the AAP, which has been ruling in Delhi since 2015.

6 women among 7 dead in Bihar temple stampede, 16 injured

6 women among 7 dead in Bihar temple stampede, 16 injured

Rediff.com12 Aug 2024

'Some locals suggested that a heated argument between a group of kanwariyas and flower sellers outside the temple may have triggered the incident'

Jr Wrestling Worlds: Sanju Devi, Bhateri win silver medals

Jr Wrestling Worlds: Sanju Devi, Bhateri win silver medals

Rediff.com20 Aug 2021

India's women grapplers Sanju Devi and Bhateri won silver medals in the 62kg and 65kg category respectively at the Junior Wrestling World Championships, in Ufa, Russia on Friday.

No death certificates for Bengal women killed in Kumbh stampede

No death certificates for Bengal women killed in Kumbh stampede

Rediff.com31 Jan 2025

Families of two West Bengal women killed in a stampede at the Maha Kumbh Mela have alleged that they were handed over the bodies without death certificates. They received only a piece of paper mentioning that the body was given to them. The victims, Basanti Poddar and Urmila Bhuniya, were killed in the pre-dawn stampede on January 29. A senior West Bengal minister alleged that "total mismanagement" prevailed in the Maha Kumbh Mela.

Cops should've opened fire at protesters outside Dasna temple: BJP MLA

Cops should've opened fire at protesters outside Dasna temple: BJP MLA

Rediff.com6 Oct 2024

Bharatiya Janata Party MLA from Ghaziabad's Loni seat Nand Kishore Gurjar has alleged that the crowd which had gathered on Friday night to protest against Yati Narsinghanand had pelted stones at the Dasna Devi temple in Ghaziabad and police should have 'shot' the attackers.

Delhi station tightens crowd control; Vaishnaw rules out conspiracy

Delhi station tightens crowd control; Vaishnaw rules out conspiracy

Rediff.com18 Feb 2025

Following a deadly stampede at New Delhi Railway Station that claimed 18 lives on Saturday night, authorities have implemented stringent security measures, including prohibiting loitering on the foot overbridge. The Railway Protection Force (RPF) is also monitoring trains heading towards Prayagraj and deploying additional personnel to manage crowds. CCTV surveillance has been enhanced, and announcements are being made to guide commuters and prevent panic. The stampede occurred due to a mix-up in train announcements, leading to a surge of passengers rushing towards platform 16 via a narrow stairway.

Ancient temples 'converted' into mosques be vacated, demands Akhara chief

Ancient temples 'converted' into mosques be vacated, demands Akhara chief

Rediff.com13 Jan 2025

The president of the Akhil Bharatiya Akhara Parishad, Mahant Ravindra Puri, has demanded the evacuation of mosques built on ancient temples across India. Puri, who is also the president of the Mansa Devi Temple Trust in Haridwar, claims that around 80% of mosques in India are built on temples and that their domes resemble those of temples. He has appealed to Muslims to hand over such structures to Hindus and has called for the formation of a "Sanatan Board" to protect Hindu religious institutions. Puri also denied banning Muslims from attending the Maha Kumbh Mela, saying that they are welcome to visit and learn about Hinduism.

Alia Joins Kajol-Rani At Durga Puja

Alia Joins Kajol-Rani At Durga Puja

Rediff.com12 Oct 2024

Durga pujo celebrations continue, and this time, Alia Bhatt joins the Mukherjees at the the North Bombay Sarbojanin Durga Puja pandal.