News for 'Doordarshan'

India's schedule at the Games - August 1

India's schedule at the Games - August 1

Rediff.com1 Aug 2012

Indian athletes will be in action in various disciplines at the 2012 Olympics on Wednesday. Check out their time schedule.

India's schedule at the Games - July 31

India's schedule at the Games - July 31

Rediff.com31 Jul 2012

Indian athletes will be in action in various disciplines at the 2012 Olympics on Tuesday. Check out their time schedule.

India's schedule at the Games - July 29

India's schedule at the Games - July 29

Rediff.com29 Jul 2012

Indian athletes will be in action in various disciplines at the 2012 Olympics on Saturday. Check out their time schedule.

ISRO scientists will leave their imprint on the universe

ISRO scientists will leave their imprint on the universe

Rediff.com13 Sep 2019

'The unflappable temperament and nerves of steel under extreme pressure -- essential ingredients in space research -- were on full display in the rows occupied by the scientists still engrossed in their monitor screens,' says Minnie Vaid, author of Those Magnificent Women And Their Flying Machines, ISRO's Mission to Mars.

PM to address the nation on FDI tonight

PM to address the nation on FDI tonight

Rediff.com21 Sep 2012

Prime Minister Manmohan Singh will address the nation on Friday night to explain the government's recent decisions on economic reforms, which have triggered widespread political protests across the country. The prime minister will address the nation at 8 pm on Doordarshan about the recent decisions on economic reforms, officials said.

Prasar Bharati to sue TAM next week

Prasar Bharati to sue TAM next week

Rediff.com17 Sep 2012

Government-owned Prasar Bharati, the country's largest broadcaster, had decided to sue the Television Audience Measurement (TAM) agency, citing an alleged inaccurate representation of data on Doordarshan's coverage, said an official. The legal suit would be filed in India within a week, the official added.

India's schedule at the Games - August 6

India's schedule at the Games - August 6

Rediff.com6 Aug 2012

Indian athletes will be in action in various disciplines at the 2012 Olympics on Monday. Check out their schedule.

India's schedule at the Games - August 4

India's schedule at the Games - August 4

Rediff.com4 Aug 2012

Indian athletes will be in action in various disciplines at the 2012 Olympics on Friday. Check out their schedule.

Kazmi case: Journalists union calls for unbiased reportage

Kazmi case: Journalists union calls for unbiased reportage

Rediff.com23 Oct 2012

Delhi Union of Journalists President Sujata Madhok, S K Pandey, general secretary, and other members have welcomed the Supreme Court order granting bail to Syed Mohammad Ahmed Kazmi who has been behind bars since March in the Israeli diplomat car attack case.

India's schedule at the Games - July 30

India's schedule at the Games - July 30

Rediff.com30 Jul 2012

Indian athletes will be in action in various disciplines at the 2012 Olympics on Monday. Check out their time schedule.

Tax rebates: Congress tops list with Rs 300 cr exemption

Tax rebates: Congress tops list with Rs 300 cr exemption

Rediff.com27 Sep 2012

A report prepared by the Association for Democratic Reforms states that the total tax exemptions received by six national parties during financial years 2006 to 2009 is Rs 510.02 crore. Vicky Nanjappa reports

Raghuvir Yadav: Masterful Actor For All Seasons

Raghuvir Yadav: Masterful Actor For All Seasons

Rediff.com26 Jun 2020

On his birthday on June 25, Sukanya Verma celebrates some of Raghuvir Yadav's best roles on big screen and small.

Modi chairs meeting to discuss launch of 'DD Kisan' on May 26

Modi chairs meeting to discuss launch of 'DD Kisan' on May 26

Rediff.com23 May 2015

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday chaired a meeting to discuss the preparations for launching Doordarshan's 'Kisan TV' on May 26, to coincide with the first anniversary celebrations of the National Democratic Alliance government.

Pranab to address nation on Tuesday

Pranab to address nation on Tuesday

Rediff.com13 Aug 2012

President Pranab Mukherjee will deliver his maiden address to the nation on Tuesday on the eve of 66th Independence Day.

Jaspal Bhatti: The Funnyman of Indian Television

Jaspal Bhatti: The Funnyman of Indian Television

Rediff.com25 Oct 2012

The actor, who passed away in a road accident on October 25, was best known for his TV show Flop Show.

Another Indian quits Obama administration

Another Indian quits Obama administration

Rediff.com7 Feb 2012

Before he came to the US, he also held senior positions internationally for Levi-Strauss & Co, Unilever and the Colgate-Palmolive Company.

Brands rush to tie up with Olympics

Brands rush to tie up with Olympics

Rediff.com18 Jul 2012

Companies are rushing to sign up and run promotions for the 2012 London Olympics.

Please watch Made in Heaven today!

Please watch Made in Heaven today!

Rediff.com13 Apr 2019

'I don't remember the last time I was this invested in the characters of a story since Doordarshan's golden age or early days of cable television boom,' applauds Sukanya Verma.

Modi never said Priyanka was like his daughter: BJP

Modi never said Priyanka was like his daughter: BJP

Rediff.com2 May 2014

As a controversy raged over Narendra Modi's interview to Doordarshan, Bharatiya Janata Party leader Ravi Shankar Prasad on Friday said that the party's prime ministerial candidate had never said that Priyanka Gandhi was like his daughter and that the interview aired on the public broadcaster was deliberately "distorted".

I am Rajiv Gandhi's daughter: Priyanka's curt reply to Modi

I am Rajiv Gandhi's daughter: Priyanka's curt reply to Modi

Rediff.com1 May 2014

"I am Rajiv Gandhi's daughter," was Priyanka Gandhi terse reply on Thursday to purported comments by Narendra Modi that he considers her as his daughter.

Review: Chhota Bheem is a fun treat for kids

Review: Chhota Bheem is a fun treat for kids

Rediff.com18 May 2012

The animation may be just average but who cares? Chhota Bheem wins, hands down, with kids.

Meet the man behind India's FIRST private TV channel

Meet the man behind India's FIRST private TV channel

Rediff.com18 Jan 2012

From being the first national English news reader at Delhi Doordarshan Kendra, to starting India's first private television channel and the first exclusive journalism college on the lines of the Columbia School, Sashi Kumar has done several path breaking things in his life.

Aamir Khan's concern should be ours too

Aamir Khan's concern should be ours too

Rediff.com7 May 2012

The women who unburdened themselves of their anguish on television won't win a gift hamper sponsored by a corporate; but if it could make us pause and think, Aamir Khan's effort will not have been wasted, says Saisuresh Sivaswamy.

Why some things work in India, and some don't

Why some things work in India, and some don't

Rediff.com24 Jul 2017

'The two-word answer is: Proper oversight,' says T N Ninan.

Watching Rajesh Khanna reach his height of success

Watching Rajesh Khanna reach his height of success

Rediff.com18 Jul 2012

A Ganesh Nadar recalls what it was like to watch an RK movie in the theatre in the 1970s.

4 civilians, 1 CISF jawan killed in IED blast in Chhattisgarh

4 civilians, 1 CISF jawan killed in IED blast in Chhattisgarh

Rediff.com8 Nov 2018

The explosion took place in a hilly area in Bacheli in Dantewada when the personnel were returning to their camp after purchasing groceries from market.

25 Years Ago in Bollywood...

25 Years Ago in Bollywood...

Rediff.com15 Feb 2021

Sukanya Verma lists significant memories in our 1996 recap.

CBI seeks ministry's nod to proceed against Lalli

CBI seeks ministry's nod to proceed against Lalli

Rediff.com22 Feb 2011

The Central Bureau of Investigation has sought sanction of the Information and Broadcasting Ministry to prosecute former Prasar Bharti CEO B S Lalli and Doordarshan Director General Aruna Sharma in connection with allegations of corruption in award of broadcasting rights of Commonwealth Games.

CWG deal: Shunglu panel indicts Lalli, Sharma

CWG deal: Shunglu panel indicts Lalli, Sharma

Rediff.com1 Feb 2011

A high level committee, which went into alleged financial irregularities in Commonwealth Games, has strongly indicted suspended Prasar Bharti CEO B S Lalli and Doordarshan Director General Aruna Sharma, accusing them of "collusion" with a UK-based firm which benefited Rs 135 crore in the broadcast deal.

Has Nirmalaji's tax plan made India CAs mukt?

Has Nirmalaji's tax plan made India CAs mukt?

Rediff.com18 Feb 2020

If the finance minister's tax proposals have stimulated demand at all, it's for CAs, notes Kanika Datta.

PM refers Shunglu report on B S Lalli to CBI

PM refers Shunglu report on B S Lalli to CBI

Rediff.com18 Feb 2011

In a quick follow up action, Prime Minister Manmohan Singh on Friday referred to Central Bureau of Investigation the Shunglu committee report that had indicted suspended Prasar Bharti chief B S Lalli and Doordarshan Director General Aruna Sharma in the award of broadcasting rights of Commonwealth Games causing Rs 135 crore loss to the exchequer.

TV shows we'd love to watch on big screen!

TV shows we'd love to watch on big screen!

Rediff.com3 Aug 2011

With Office Office coming up in theatres this week, we check out other TV shows that we would love to see again.

'Shooting Star Trek is very unique'

'Shooting Star Trek is very unique'

Rediff.com16 Oct 2020

'You are working with the best of the lot.' 'The best part is that they treat you equally, unlike in India.'

Mandira's Marriage Mantras

Mandira's Marriage Mantras

Rediff.com26 Nov 2019

'Physical compatibility is very important among couples before marriage.'

Review: Tera Intezaar: What an awful film!

Review: Tera Intezaar: What an awful film!

Rediff.com1 Dec 2017

There is nothing in Tera Intezaar that keeps you hooked.

Discovering the charming Soumitra Chatterjee

Discovering the charming Soumitra Chatterjee

Rediff.com15 Nov 2020

Soumitra Chatterjee -- one of the finest Indian actors of our time -- meant so much to Aseem Chhabra.

Big B to host Modi government's 2-year anniv event at India Gate

Big B to host Modi government's 2-year anniv event at India Gate

Rediff.com25 May 2016

The government is organising the event-- Zara Muskura Do (Smile Please)-- which will have several performances and programmes highlighting its "achievements".

Modi releases song highlighting Centre's achievements

Modi releases song highlighting Centre's achievements

Rediff.com21 May 2016

The song -- Mera desh badal raha, aage badh raha hai (My country is changing, moving forward), which is part of the government's plan of a string of events to mark the completion of two years of Modi government on May 26, was released on Twitter.

CWG: India's most watched sporting event

CWG: India's most watched sporting event

Rediff.com5 Oct 2010

The opening ceremony of the Commonwealth Games (CWG) 2010 has saved the day for Suresh Kalmadi and company. A record 29 million viewers tuned in to watch the telecast on Doordarshan on Sunday.

Why Ra.One bashers need to SHUT UP!

Why Ra.One bashers need to SHUT UP!

Rediff.com28 Oct 2011

Ra.One is escapist entertainment at its finest. For those who wanted a more textured film with depth and insights, well, tough luck folks!