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'To Kanti Bhatt, books played god'

'To Kanti Bhatt, books played god'

Rediff.com6 Aug 2019

Kanti Bhatt, respected Gujarati author and journalist, passed into the ages on August 4, 2019, at the age of 88. In tribute, we reproduce an article his wife Sheela Bhatt wrote about him 19 years ago.

'Pink slips are a reality; deal with it'

'Pink slips are a reality; deal with it'

Rediff.com12 Dec 2016

No one is indispensable, says Lakshmi Murthy, chief people officer, ITM Group of Institutions.

I can't believe I won't see her again

I can't believe I won't see her again

Rediff.com6 Sep 2017

M D Riti remembers Gauri Lankesh, the courageous journalist who was murdered in Bengaluru on Tuesday night.

Meet Ami Shroff, India's bartending champ

Meet Ami Shroff, India's bartending champ

Rediff.com9 Mar 2015

Acclaimed bartender Ami Behram Shroff tells us how her passion for bartending got her to break rules and set new benchmarks

Off ramp style: I like wearing short outfits

Off ramp style: I like wearing short outfits

Rediff.com30 Mar 2016

A round of bold and quirky street styles from Lakme Fashion Week Summer/Resort 2016.

Court accepts plea to examine Smriti Irani's 'fake' degrees

Court accepts plea to examine Smriti Irani's 'fake' degrees

Rediff.com24 Jun 2015

Metropolitan Magistrate Akash Jain took cognisance of the complaint and fixed the matter for recording of pre-summoning evidence on August 28.

Why redrawing of J-K constituencies is a MUST

Why redrawing of J-K constituencies is a MUST

Rediff.com9 Sep 2019

The manner in which assembly seats were distirbuted among Jammu, Kashmir and Ladakh so far, has ensured that residents of the Valley rule the state forever, says Sanjeev Nayyar.

Column: Indira, Rajiv didn't die as martyrs

Column: Indira, Rajiv didn't die as martyrs

Rediff.com20 May 2019

'They were the leaders of my country and the children of Mother India, but they didn't die as martyrs.' 'They were killed, most unfortunately, by a well planned enemy plot, and they were victims of political violence,' states Sudhir Bisht.

What is different about J-K's new governor

What is different about J-K's new governor

Rediff.com31 Aug 2018

Will Malik's worldview, shaped by his years with the socialists, Charan Singh, the Congress and V P Singh, help him govern the troubled state? Or would his rule have the imprint of the party he joined in the latter years of his chequered political career?

Shadowfax: The Uber for delivery boys

Shadowfax: The Uber for delivery boys

Rediff.com13 Feb 2017

The hyperlocal logistics company hires delivery boys to work for a diverse set of clients like Amazon, Bigbasket, Swiggy and McDonald's. Apurva Venkat finds out why clients and investors love it.

New ITR form: More pain for salaried employees

New ITR form: More pain for salaried employees

Rediff.com10 Apr 2018

The new ITR forms have shifted the entire onus on the taxpayers to prove their claim for deductions, expenses or exemptions.

Eight must-knows about systematic withdrawal plan

Eight must-knows about systematic withdrawal plan

Rediff.com2 Oct 2017

The systematic withdrawal plan can work for you. But only if you know how to use it to your benefit.

Not filed I-T returns yet? A checklist of dos and don'ts

Not filed I-T returns yet? A checklist of dos and don'ts

Rediff.com20 Aug 2015

Avoid common mistakes, figure out how to file returns if you invest in stocks and other concerns

Author Pankaj Mishra wins $150,000 Yale literary prize

Author Pankaj Mishra wins $150,000 Yale literary prize

Rediff.com9 Mar 2014

Award-winning Indian author Pankaj Mishra is among eight writers from seven countries who have won a $1,50,000 Yale University prize each in recognition

Since taking over, Wipro CEO has spent $1bn on acquisitions

Since taking over, Wipro CEO has spent $1bn on acquisitions

Rediff.com9 Dec 2016

Wipro has been quite aggressive among Indian IT services companies in acquisitions as a strategy to buy the capabilities in emerging technologies.

'In a party that has disciples, Jaitley was Modi's personal friend'

'In a party that has disciples, Jaitley was Modi's personal friend'

Rediff.com29 Aug 2019

'Amit Shah and Modi have a disciple and guru relationship. But Modi and Jaitley's relationship was based on friendship. That's the difference.'

Smriti Irani fake degree case: Court reserves order for June 24

Smriti Irani fake degree case: Court reserves order for June 24

Rediff.com1 Jun 2015

The court reserved its order for June 24 on a complaint filed against the HRD minister for allegedly giving false information about her educational qualifications.

When terror struck the media

When terror struck the media

Rediff.com7 Jan 2015

The attacks on the French satirical magazine Charlie Hebdo is merely one in a long list of attacks on the media by extremist groups that would like to mandate what and how of free press. So, for the uninitiated, we take a stroll down recent times to see how the media and media persons have seen fearful responses to perceived transgressions.

India's 'Missile Man' continues to inspire through new web comic

India's 'Missile Man' continues to inspire through new web comic

Rediff.com18 Aug 2015

Late former President APJ Abdul Kalam's inspiring and motivational message and minimalistic lifestyle forms the basis for a new art based web comic.

The real story behind Raazi

The real story behind Raazi

Rediff.com11 May 2018

As Raazi hit theatres, Harinder Sikka -- author of Calling Sehmat, the book on which the film is based -- reveals the thrilling real life story of an Indian spy named Sehmat.

Lahore Lions aim to edge past Chennai Super Kings in semi-final race

Lahore Lions aim to edge past Chennai Super Kings in semi-final race

Rediff.com29 Sep 2014

After registering a win against Dolphins in the last encounter, Pakistan champions Lahore Lions will go a for the kill to qualify for the semi-final when they lock horns against a formidable Perth Scorchers in the Oppo Champions League T20 in Bangalore.

Why this designer failed last year at LFW

Why this designer failed last year at LFW

Rediff.com25 Aug 2016

GenNext designer Diming Rubu talks about her failure at the Lakme Fashion week last year and the fashion scene in Arunachal Pradesh, her home state.

UK-based Indians hope polls will turn country towards reform

UK-based Indians hope polls will turn country towards reform

Rediff.com11 Apr 2014

"This election will dictate the direction the nation takes. As an Indian living abroad, I am ashamed of the negative influences in my motherland, especially the crime rate, which is increasing rapidly."

How to mint millions by developing apps

How to mint millions by developing apps

Rediff.com12 Jan 2015

With big dreams and high hopes of earning lakhs or even crores, more and more youngsters are getting into software development for smartphones.

From owning to renting: How the new economy is fuelling change

From owning to renting: How the new economy is fuelling change

Rediff.com30 Jan 2018

Renting start-ups make a killing as millennials fuel sharing economy.

How people in the 'gig economy' will mint a fortune

How people in the 'gig economy' will mint a fortune

Rediff.com13 Jul 2016

Both companies and individuals seek greater flexibility and freedom.

Uproar in Parliament over journalist meeting Hafiz Saeed

Uproar in Parliament over journalist meeting Hafiz Saeed

Rediff.com14 Jul 2014

The reported meeting of a journalist considered close to yoga guru Ramdev, a staunch BJP supporter, with 26/11 mastermind Hafiz Saeed generated heat in Parliament on Monday with Rajya Sabha witnessing two adjournments during Question Hour.

Former NZ player Vincent gives evidence on match-fixing: report

Former NZ player Vincent gives evidence on match-fixing: report

Rediff.com15 May 2014

Former New Zealand cricketer Lou Vincent has provided officials from the International Cricket Council's anti-corruption unit "with a treasure trove of information about matches which were targeted for spot-fixing and the names of players who were involved", the London Telegraph reported.

She quit a cushy job to teach tribal kids to paint

She quit a cushy job to teach tribal kids to paint

Rediff.com19 Jun 2018

Honoured at British Council's Study UK Alumni Awards, Ruchi Shah's illustrations are now part of children's books across nine Indian languages.

Giving girls the freedom to study. However THEY want to.

Giving girls the freedom to study. However THEY want to.

Rediff.com31 Aug 2017

Parita Patel, a born and bred Mumbaikar, has found herself returning, again and again, to an unknown -- probably forgotten -- part of Jharkhand to teach girls. This is what compells her do it.

Desi chic, anyone? This engineer is giving khadi a makeover!

Desi chic, anyone? This engineer is giving khadi a makeover!

Rediff.com10 Nov 2017

He's promoting khadi through his swadesi clothing brand.

'I wouldn't date Virat Kohli'

'I wouldn't date Virat Kohli'

Rediff.com31 Mar 2016

"Virat is fabulous," says 27-year old model Ritu Chauhan from New Delhi... but that doesn't make her think of dating her favourite cricketer. Speaking to Tista Sengupta/Rediff.com, Ritu throws light on her journey into modelling and how she thinks couples should work hand-in-hand.

Should you file tax return even without taxable income?

Should you file tax return even without taxable income?

Rediff.com20 Aug 2015

Yes, if you are planning to apply for a loan or want to claim refund

Donald Trump unveils his economic policy, offers tax sops

Donald Trump unveils his economic policy, offers tax sops

Rediff.com9 Aug 2016

Announcing his tax reforms Trump said his policies would benefit working families.

How two 21-year olds plan to make Bharat Swachh

How two 21-year olds plan to make Bharat Swachh

Rediff.com23 Feb 2016

With the help of technology and a billion citizens, two engineering students are on a mission to make India clean.

In India, 3 of 4 companies adulterating, mis-branding food go unpunished

In India, 3 of 4 companies adulterating, mis-branding food go unpunished

Rediff.com8 Jul 2015

Adulterated food can cause cancer, insomnia and other neurological problems, and adulteration is a growing concern across India

How to pay off your car loan faster

How to pay off your car loan faster

Rediff.com22 Jan 2016

Four pointers that can help

What it's like being a woman director in Bollywood

What it's like being a woman director in Bollywood

Rediff.com1 Dec 2018

'We are finicky, extremely detail-oriented, authoritative and we like it like that.'

My rights end where yours begin

My rights end where yours begin

Rediff.com6 Mar 2017

Freedom of speech and expression does not merit debate; it exists with conditions to regulate its use. However, a citizen's rights end where another citizen's begin

Playing the stock markets? Filing returns can be tricky for you

Playing the stock markets? Filing returns can be tricky for you

Rediff.com13 Jun 2017

A salaried individual needs to file returns as a business owner if s/he has a high turnover while trading in stocks or futures & options, reveals Tinesh Bhasin.