News for 'Didi'

'Didi looked after us like a father'

'Didi looked after us like a father'

Rediff.com28 Sep 2023

'We cannot thank her enough for what she has done for us.'

What Did Dada And Didi Discuss?

What Did Dada And Didi Discuss?

Rediff.com15 Sep 2023

Dada present at event bringing La Liga to India.

'Life Is So Much Fun With Brothers'

'Life Is So Much Fun With Brothers'

Rediff.com11 Aug 2025

Film folk celebrated Raksha Bandhan over the weekend and posted their happy pictures online.

Op Sindoor takes centre stage at Red Fort on I-Day

Op Sindoor takes centre stage at Red Fort on I-Day

Rediff.com15 Aug 2025

The bilingual -- Hindi and English -- invitation cards for I-Day anniversary celebrations carry this image on the top right corner of the invite, while the silhouetted image of the Chenab bridge, the world's tallest railway arch bridge, sits at the lower side of the cards, which have largely being issued online via 'Aamantran' website of the Ministry of Defence.

Trump Pops Up From A Manhole!

Trump Pops Up From A Manhole!

Rediff.com24 Jul 2025

Glimpses from around the world that will make you smile and cry.

Why Emraan Wants To Play Dawood Again

Why Emraan Wants To Play Dawood Again

Rediff.com6 May 2025

'Audiences will buy tickets for a film on Dawood, not on Swami Vivekananda.'

'Melody Is Making A Comeback'

'Melody Is Making A Comeback'

Rediff.com20 Aug 2025

'Some time back, music was just noise.' 'Producers wrongly think item songs sell better.' 'Audiences are intelligent, they accept whatever you give, but that doesn't mean you can fool them.'

Bihar govt increases old age, widow pension ahead of poll

Bihar govt increases old age, widow pension ahead of poll

Rediff.com21 Jun 2025

The beneficiaries will get increased pensions of Rs 1,100 from July.

'R D Burman And Sholay Still Rule Our Hearts'

'R D Burman And Sholay Still Rule Our Hearts'

Rediff.com7 Aug 2025

'Panchamda created an exclusive theme music for Gabbar Singh, which is used throughout the film every time the dacoit makes an appearance, and in both concept and sound, is so eerie and evil.'

Mamata Banerjee faces angry protests during Oxford address

Mamata Banerjee faces angry protests during Oxford address

Rediff.com28 Mar 2025

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee, speaking at the University of Oxford, stressed the importance of inclusive development and stated that division in society is counterproductive. She emphasized that her governance model prioritizes the welfare of all sections of society and does not allow discrimination, highlighting the state's diverse population and the need for a human-centric approach.

'Mamata's Fundamental Concern Is The Muslim Vote'

'Mamata's Fundamental Concern Is The Muslim Vote'

Rediff.com18 Apr 2025

'Rather than assuaging the feelings of the Hindus accommodated in schools and hospitals, she calls a meeting of imams and tries to assuage them.'

'His Karma Was To Sacrifice His Life For The Nation'

'His Karma Was To Sacrifice His Life For The Nation'

Rediff.com11 Jul 2025

Major Padmapani Acharya was awarded the Mahavir Chakra for his courage in the Kargil War.

'Bitti can't do this': Sonam's neighbours in disbelief

'Bitti can't do this': Sonam's neighbours in disbelief

Rediff.com9 Jun 2025

The neighbours of Sonam Raghuvanshi, an accused in the Indore couple case, could not believe that she could be involved in these kinds of criminal activities.

Modi promises 30 mn 'Lakhpati Didis', higher MSP

Modi promises 30 mn 'Lakhpati Didis', higher MSP

Rediff.com15 Apr 2024

The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Sunday pledged to make 30 million 'Lakhpati Didis', up from the 10 million rural women who have already achieved the feat. Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday released the BJP's manifesto for the upcoming Lok Sabha elections. The manifesto says the ruling party will continue the quarterly financial disbursements under the Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi (PM KISAN) yojana.

Honeymoon murder: Sonam among 5 accused sent to 8-day police custody

Honeymoon murder: Sonam among 5 accused sent to 8-day police custody

Rediff.com11 Jun 2025

The accused, Raja Rahuvanshi's wife, Sonam Raghuvanshi, Raj Singh Kushwaha, Akash Rajput, Vishal Singh Chauhan and Anand, were then brought back to the Shillong Sadar Police Station.

When Didi Speaks...

When Didi Speaks...

Rediff.com8 Apr 2022

West Bengal Governor Jagdeep Dhankar said Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee called on him on Thursday and discussed matters of governance.

Usha Uthup, There's No One Like You!

Usha Uthup, There's No One Like You!

Rediff.com9 Jun 2025

The glorious singer is simply sensational at 77 and we just love her!

'Came here as Didi not CM': Mamata's surprise visit to doctors' protest site

'Came here as Didi not CM': Mamata's surprise visit to doctors' protest site

Rediff.com14 Sep 2024

"I came to meet you as your 'didi' not as the chief minister," she said.

Honeymoon murder: 'He cried after attending Raja's funeral'

Honeymoon murder: 'He cried after attending Raja's funeral'

Rediff.com10 Jun 2025

The mother of Raj Kushwaha, arrested for allegedly plotting the murder of Indore businessman Raja Raghuvanshi with the latter's wife Sonam during their honeymoon in Meghalaya, on Tuesday claimed her son was innocent and framed in the case.

Declined Trump's invite to US for Lord Jagannath: Modi in Odisha

Declined Trump's invite to US for Lord Jagannath: Modi in Odisha

Rediff.com20 Jun 2025

According to Misri's statement, Modi said he could not accept the invitation due to a pre-existing schedule, and invited Trump to visit India for the Quad Summit, likely later this year.

Cops reveal why Sonam's alleged lover did not travel to Meghalaya

Cops reveal why Sonam's alleged lover did not travel to Meghalaya

Rediff.com10 Jun 2025

Raja Raghuvanshi's wife Sonam (25), allegedly involved in the murder of her husband, surrendered before the Nandganj Police Station in Ghazipur district in adjoining Uttar Pradesh and was later placed under arrest, according to the Meghalaya police.

'Missing' Sonam visited Indore after Raja's murder

'Missing' Sonam visited Indore after Raja's murder

Rediff.com11 Jun 2025

Sonam Raghuvanshi, the prime accused in the Raja Raghuvanshi murder case who was initially reported missing in Meghalaya, apparently visited Indore after her husband was murdered and stayed in a rented flat for three days, a police official said on Tuesday.

How To Be Debt Free!

How To Be Debt Free!

Rediff.com5 Jun 2025

Ask rediffGURU and PF and MF expert Janak Patel your mutual fund and personal finance-related questions.

All-women security cover for Modi's event on March 8

All-women security cover for Modi's event on March 8

Rediff.com7 Mar 2025

A security cover comprising only women police personnel will be deployed at a mega event to be addressed by Prime Minister Narendra Modi in Gujarat's Navsari district on the occasion of International Women's Day on March 8, a state minister has said.

Puri is the only Jagannath Dham: Odisha objects to Bengal's temple naming

Puri is the only Jagannath Dham: Odisha objects to Bengal's temple naming

Rediff.com2 May 2025

Ramakrushna Dasmohapatra, who was the chief priest during the inauguration of the Jagannath Temple at Digha on April 30, on Friday joined the voices demanding withdrawal of the 'Jagannath Dham' phrase attached to the new temple in West Bengal.

Understand satire, but...: Shinde on Kamra's 'gaddar' jab

Understand satire, but...: Shinde on Kamra's 'gaddar' jab

Rediff.com25 Mar 2025

"This same person (Kamra) had commented on the Supreme Court of India, the Prime Minister, (journalist) Arnab Goswami and some industrialists. This is not freedom of speech; this is working for someone," Shinde said.

Bakulesh's Perfect Song For Lata Didi

Bakulesh's Perfect Song For Lata Didi

Rediff.com4 Feb 2023

One of Bakulesh Trivedi's favourite songs, which he hums regularly, is Rahe Na Rahe Hum, from the 1966 film, Mamta.

Rs 500 LPG, free electricity: Cong freebies for Delhi

Rs 500 LPG, free electricity: Cong freebies for Delhi

Rediff.com16 Jan 2025

The Congress party has pledged to provide free LPG cylinders, ration kits, and electricity up to 300 units to Delhi residents if elected to power. The announcement was made by Telangana Chief Minister Revanth Reddy, along with AICC Delhi in-charge Qazi Nizamuddin and Delhi Congress chief Devender Yadav. This is the latest in a series of promises made by the Congress for the upcoming Delhi Assembly elections. Earlier, the party had promised a monthly monetary grant of Rs 2,500 to women, free health insurance of up to Rs 25 lakh, and Rs 8,500 every month to educated unemployed youths in Delhi for one year.

'Didi's birthday this year is a reminder of our loss'

'Didi's birthday this year is a reminder of our loss'

Rediff.com29 Sep 2022

'We knew we would miss her, but we never knew it would be so hard.'

Priyanka Shows Off Mehendi At Brother's Shaadi

Priyanka Shows Off Mehendi At Brother's Shaadi

Rediff.com7 Feb 2025

Siddharth Chopra's wedding is in full swing, and his didi Priyanka Chopra is keeping the party alive with beautiful pictures from the celebrations.

Will Prashant Kishor fail Didi?

Will Prashant Kishor fail Didi?

Rediff.com13 Apr 2021

If the BJP wins Bengal, would Kishor's indiscretions have played a significant role in that victory? Victory for the TMC would be another badge of honour in his CV, but defeat would raise an unsavoury question: Which party was Kishor actually working for? asks Payal Singh Mohanka.

Asha on Lata: 'Didi always got her way'

Asha on Lata: 'Didi always got her way'

Rediff.com25 Apr 2022

'Whatever we are today, if playback singers are here even today, and that includes me, it is because of Didi.'

'Didi clean bowled': Modi attacks Mamata

'Didi clean bowled': Modi attacks Mamata

Rediff.com12 Apr 2021

The prime minister also launched a blistering attack on Banerjee, saying she did not care to express regret after a "leader very close to her" called Scheduled Castes "beggars".

Shubham's Lovely Gift To Lata Didi

Shubham's Lovely Gift To Lata Didi

Rediff.com6 Feb 2023

The song, he believes, that perfectly epitomises Lata Mangeshkar's spirit is Rahe Na Rahe Hum from the 1996 film, Mamta, that stars Dharmendra, Suchitra Sen and Ashok Kumar.

Is Didi now the tallest Opposition leader?

Is Didi now the tallest Opposition leader?

Rediff.com3 May 2021

'For the first time one single party is getting 49% which is a record of its own.'

Jeevika Didis: Bihar's brave COVID-19 fighters

Jeevika Didis: Bihar's brave COVID-19 fighters

Rediff.com19 Apr 2020

Away from limelight, Jeevika Didis are silently fighting the coronavirus in rural Bihar.

'I Was Thinking Of Quitting Acting'

'I Was Thinking Of Quitting Acting'

Rediff.com25 Mar 2025

'I hadn't worked for three-and-a-half years.' 'I felt industry was based on who you knew.' 'I didn't belong to a network.'

'I never imagined Didi Atya would go away'

'I never imagined Didi Atya would go away'

Rediff.com9 Feb 2022

'I kept thinking the bedroom door would open any minute and Didi Atya would step out...'

What Mamata Didi said after KKR's IPL title win

What Mamata Didi said after KKR's IPL title win

Rediff.com27 May 2024

Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) Secretary Jay Shah also congratulated the franchise on social media.

More INDIA parties want Cong to pass on leadership

More INDIA parties want Cong to pass on leadership

Rediff.com10 Dec 2024

Rashtriya Janata Dal chief Lalu Prasad Yadav on Tuesday asserted that West Bengal Chief Minister and Trinamool Congress supremo Mamata Banerjee should be allowed to lead the Indian National Developmental Inclusive Alliance (INDIA).