News for 'Friends of Free Media'

Kareena swears by her diet tips... Will you?

Kareena swears by her diet tips... Will you?

Rediff.com1 Apr 2019

She is Bollywood's favourite nutritionist. So why are some people in the medical fraternity raising red flags about Rujuta Diwekar's advice?

Veteran journalist Kuldip Nayar dead; Prez, PM, others pay tribute

Veteran journalist Kuldip Nayar dead; Prez, PM, others pay tribute

Rediff.com23 Aug 2018

President Ram Nath Kovind said he was 'a determined champion of democracy during the Emergency' and would be missed by his readers.

Somnath Chatterjee's advice for India

Somnath Chatterjee's advice for India

Rediff.com13 Aug 2018

'We have to find a way out of this confrontational politics.'

'His interests were books, verse and politics'

'His interests were books, verse and politics'

Rediff.com16 Aug 2018

Far away from the glare of publicity lives Atal Bihari Vajpayee's family -- three sisters, nephews, nieces and their children. A large family proud of its bond with India's leader.

Police and the phenomenon of Muslim hatred

Police and the phenomenon of Muslim hatred

Rediff.com30 Dec 2019

'In UP, the CM actually announced that his administration would 'take revenge' against rioters.' 'That must have been music to his police force's ears for it substantiated what the police always do: Take revenge on an entire community for the violence of a few,' points out Jyoti Punwani.

Was quoted out of context: Assam health minister on cancer remark

Was quoted out of context: Assam health minister on cancer remark

Rediff.com23 Nov 2017

His remarks that some people suffer from diseases such as cancer because of sins committed in the past and that it is "divine justice" have sparked sharp reactions.

How to stay disciplined in a part time job

How to stay disciplined in a part time job

Rediff.com3 Jun 2015

The biggest challenge is to avoid distractions.

Rajat Gupta penning book to tell his story

Rajat Gupta penning book to tell his story

Rediff.com14 Jun 2014

Gupta lost his final bid to avoid reporting to jail after the US Supreme Court last week denied his application to remain free on bail while his insider trading case is reheard.

When Schock met Modi: 3 encounters, 3 controversies

When Schock met Modi: 3 encounters, 3 controversies

Rediff.com18 Mar 2015

Aaron Schock, who resigned as US Congressman on Tuesday night following media disclosures of his loose spending habits, met Narendra Modi thrice. These encounters were not free of controversy either.

Football Roundup: Sanchez will stay at Arsenal; Bayern's Costa undergoes medical at Juventus

Football Roundup: Sanchez will stay at Arsenal; Bayern's Costa undergoes medical at Juventus

Rediff.com12 Jul 2017

This and more from the happenings in the world of football.

The 'foreign hand' in India's election 2019

The 'foreign hand' in India's election 2019

Rediff.com27 Mar 2019

How will the Modi Sarkar's likely return affect other nations?

Will remove all roadblocks to attract FDI, says Modi

Will remove all roadblocks to attract FDI, says Modi

Rediff.com30 Aug 2014

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday said his government has carried out major reforms -- including labour reforms and reforms in insurance and defence sectors -- 'in less than 100 days' and stopped reversals Indian economy had been facing.

Why BJP lost rural Gujarat

Why BJP lost rural Gujarat

Rediff.com21 Dec 2017

'I hope the anger that Gujarat farmers have demonstrated is also reflected in other parts of the country in ensuing elections.' 'Only then will the ruling parties accept that something is terribly going wrong in the hinterland.'

Jennifer Aniston wants to rock a bikini at 80

Jennifer Aniston wants to rock a bikini at 80

Rediff.com25 Jan 2016

Get to know the latest updates about fashion and more!

By 2050, India will have a world-class navy: Naval chief

By 2050, India will have a world-class navy: Naval chief

Rediff.com3 Dec 2018

Navy chief Adm. Sunil Lanba said that by 2050, India will have 200 ships, 500 aircraft.

North India has a problem with toxic masculinity

North India has a problem with toxic masculinity

Rediff.com31 May 2018

'This is obvious to everyone except those in denial; it is a national shame.' 'To that extent, blaming any particular government is an insufficient response,' argues Mihir S Sharma.

Investing lessons from Kejriwal's election success

Investing lessons from Kejriwal's election success

Rediff.com16 Feb 2015

Be willing to learn from mistakes.

Queues at ATMs will soon shift to poll booths and defeat BJP: Akhilesh

Queues at ATMs will soon shift to poll booths and defeat BJP: Akhilesh

Rediff.com21 Dec 2016

Our work in last five years and the problems people are facing due to demonetisation will lead us to victory, he said.

Barkha 2.0: The reinvention of Barkha Dutt

Barkha 2.0: The reinvention of Barkha Dutt

Rediff.com2 Mar 2015

One of Indian TV's most famous faces tells Kanika Datta why and how she hopes to reinvent herself in the uncharted territories of multimedia and think tanks

'I don't mind being linked to Aditya Roy Kapur'

'I don't mind being linked to Aditya Roy Kapur'

Rediff.com14 Oct 2014

'I did not imagine I would be offered a film like Sonali Cable,' Rhea Chakraborty gets candid with Sonil Dedhia.

Indian football round-up: FC Goa beat Mumbai City FC; Neroca, Aizawl FC register win

Indian football round-up: FC Goa beat Mumbai City FC; Neroca, Aizawl FC register win

Rediff.com1 Feb 2019

All the results from the I-League and ISL matches played on Friday

Tharoor: 'I am not a villain'

Tharoor: 'I am not a villain'

Rediff.com12 Feb 2015

'I do not require validation from a hostile media. My conscience is clear.'

The prima donnas face off in Delhi

The prima donnas face off in Delhi

Rediff.com21 Jan 2015

'There is more that is common between Arvind Kejriwal and Kiran Bedi than what might separate them. In fact, what divides them can be spelt out in just two words: Clashing ambitions.'

2 lakh to 3300 crore: The BYJU's Classes success story

2 lakh to 3300 crore: The BYJU's Classes success story

Rediff.com7 Oct 2016

'I always say I am a teacher by choice and an entrepreneur by chance.'

Sheena Bora Trial: Indrani was a dark blob against a jail window

Sheena Bora Trial: Indrani was a dark blob against a jail window

Rediff.com19 Apr 2018

Each time they held the leafy bedsheet over the window for a few seconds, a clearer but very grey visage of Indrani came into view. In the barely discernible image, Indrani seemed to look tired and downbeat. But then the bedsheet would be taken away and Indrani would disappear into the darkness once more.

Rio Olympians Malik, Karmakar in Forbes' list of '30 Under 30' super achievers

Rio Olympians Malik, Karmakar in Forbes' list of '30 Under 30' super achievers

Rediff.com17 Apr 2017

India has 53 achievers on the list, second only to China which has 76 honorees.

'Everyone wishes to make a good film'

'Everyone wishes to make a good film'

Rediff.com24 Sep 2014

Theatre director, Joy Matthew has made a comeback to films after 26 years and he is busy like never before.

'When he was pushed against the wall, he had to retaliate'

'When he was pushed against the wall, he had to retaliate'

Rediff.com9 Feb 2017

'He was doing so well as the CM, which some vested interests didn't like.' 'They didn't like his stature growing day by day.'

Amit Shah attacks Manmohan over graft under his watch

Amit Shah attacks Manmohan over graft under his watch

Rediff.com27 May 2015

BJP president Amit Shah said on Wednesday as he attacked former PM Manmohan Singh over a string of scams that took place under his watch.

Jobless after graduation? Here's what to do

Jobless after graduation? Here's what to do

Rediff.com19 Sep 2014

4 tips to help you survive the post-college unemployment phase.

Can't wait to start my cricketing career again: Sreesanth

Can't wait to start my cricketing career again: Sreesanth

Rediff.com7 Aug 2017

'I look to make a comeback in the Indian team,' Shanthakumaran Sreesanth tells Rediff.com's Harish Kotian.

At 40, hats off to David Beckham!

At 40, hats off to David Beckham!

Rediff.com2 May 2015

Rediff.com have put together a picture gallery of the legendary footballer, model, businessman, doting father, loving husband, ambassador. Take a look...

How a bus conductor is driving her son's cricket dreams

How a bus conductor is driving her son's cricket dreams

Rediff.com18 Sep 2019

Until September 14, Vaidehi Ankolekar was a bus conductor on Mumbai's famed BEST buses. Now, she is known nationwide as the mother of India's latest cricketing hero. That Saturday, her son Atharva bowled India to the Asia Cup Under-19 title.

Reliance AGM to focus on Jio's road map

Reliance AGM to focus on Jio's road map

Rediff.com29 Aug 2016

RIL is also set to file its tariff plans, which will mark the company's intent to commercialise Jio's operations, with the regulator this week

He wants to make India read

He wants to make India read

Rediff.com13 Oct 2016

'Young Indians are reading, but the wrong stuff.' 'They are reading and sharing Pappu jokes, Alia Bhatt memes and all the irrelevant material online.' 'My aim is to get them interested in books.'

Why I love and hate Dil Se..

Why I love and hate Dil Se..

Rediff.com29 Aug 2018

Favourite movie homes, comparing Amitabh-Shashi's beds in Kabhi Kabhie and discovering the truth about Salman Khan's 1990s chartbuster... All in Sukanya Verma's Super Filmi Week.

5 ways to tackle your clingy girlfriend

5 ways to tackle your clingy girlfriend

Rediff.com6 Apr 2015

Madhuri Banerjee is the author of My Clingy Girlfriend. So when she advises you on how to deal with one, be scared. Very scared!

Mulayam pokes fun at son, says he would have done more as CM in 15 days

Mulayam pokes fun at son, says he would have done more as CM in 15 days

Rediff.com4 Jun 2013

Samajwadi Party supremo Mulayam Singh Yadav on Tuesday said that had he been in the chief minister of Uttar Pradesh, he would have changed perception of law and order in the state within 15 days and advised Akhilesh not to hesitate in sending errant officers to jail.

Nobel laureate Kailash Satyarthi: Have a dream for your country and the world

Nobel laureate Kailash Satyarthi: Have a dream for your country and the world

Rediff.com17 Aug 2015

At the 53rd annual convocation ceremony of the IIT-Bombay, Nobel laureate Kailash Satyarthi shared stories of his struggle and victories.

Islamic State behind Manchester bombing that killed 22

Islamic State behind Manchester bombing that killed 22

Rediff.com23 May 2017

Eyewitnesses reported hearing a loud "bang" from inside the venue.