News for 'Friendship Day Special'

Modi pens emotional tribute for Abe, India to observe 1-day mourning

Modi pens emotional tribute for Abe, India to observe 1-day mourning

Rediff.com8 Jul 2022

Modi said that during his recent visit to Japan, he had the opportunity to meet Abe again and discuss many issues, but 'little did I know that this would be our last meeting'.

Bidens receive Modi at White House, enjoys intimate dinner

Bidens receive Modi at White House, enjoys intimate dinner

Rediff.com22 Jun 2023

US President Joe Biden and First Lady Dr Jill Biden on Wednesday received Prime Minister Narendra Modi at the White House.

Weathering Foreign Policy Storms In 2023

Weathering Foreign Policy Storms In 2023

Rediff.com2 Jan 2024

Foreign policy is always a work in progress and ups and downs are built into foreign policy process. What is permanent is national interest. Hopefully, this year, which will also witness general elections in the country, will also clear clouds in the foreign policy horizon, observes Rup Narayan Das.

PIX: Modi's day out in Lumbini on Buddha Purnima

PIX: Modi's day out in Lumbini on Buddha Purnima

Rediff.com16 May 2022

Modi, who is in the Himalayan nation at the invitation of Deuba, is paying a day-long visit to Lumbini on the occasion of Buddha Purnima.

Bangladesh has special place in India's neighbourhood first policy: Kovind

Bangladesh has special place in India's neighbourhood first policy: Kovind

Rediff.com16 Dec 2021

President Kovind, who arrived in Dhaka earlier in the day on his maiden State visit at the invitation of his counterpart M Abdul Hamid to attend the golden jubilee celebrations of Bangladesh's independence from Pakistan in 1971, held delegation-level talks with him which was followed by a banquet.

How did you meet your best friend? Tell us!

How did you meet your best friend? Tell us!

Rediff.com30 Jul 2010

To celebrate the special bond of friendship this Friendship Day, we invite you to share the story of how you met your best friend. The best stories will be published right here on rediff.com!

'Senseless noise': Govt on Cong's swipe at Modi's photo gifted to him at India-Aus match

'Senseless noise': Govt on Cong's swipe at Modi's photo gifted to him at India-Aus match

Rediff.com10 Mar 2023

'Narendra Modi's friend's son presenting Narendra Modi's photo to Narendra Modi at the Narendra Modi Stadium'

'I cannot win cricket games alone'

'I cannot win cricket games alone'

Rediff.com8 Sep 2023

'I would just be kind to all my players and if there were ever mistakes, I would find a way to hide it.'

2023's Must Watch Movies From Around The World

2023's Must Watch Movies From Around The World

Rediff.com26 Dec 2023

2023 was a good year for international cinema with many strong films premiering at the Berlin, Cannes, Venice and Toronto film festivals.

Retiring SC judge says tolerance must for each other's opinion

Retiring SC judge says tolerance must for each other's opinion

Rediff.com15 Dec 2023

People must have tolerance for each other's opinion at a time when the tolerance level has gone down internationally, Supreme Court judge Justice Sanjay Kishan Kaul said on Friday.

Friday Night Plan Review: Watch Out For Babil!

Friday Night Plan Review: Watch Out For Babil!

Rediff.com1 Sep 2023

Friday Night Plan's sweet-natured heart and sanitised humour are happier focusing on the inherent niceness teenagers are capable of, observes Sukanya Verma.

'Gehri dosti', says Israeli PM on 30 yrs of diplomatic ties with India

'Gehri dosti', says Israeli PM on 30 yrs of diplomatic ties with India

Rediff.com30 Jan 2022

Describing the opportunities of collaboration between the two countries as 'endless', Bennett, in a special video message released on Saturday evening, stressed that 'the ties between Israel and India are strong and together they will only grow stronger', as the two nations celebrated 30 years of establishment of diplomatic relations.

'Farhan surprised me by gifting me a BMW'

'Farhan surprised me by gifting me a BMW'

Rediff.com9 Jan 2024

'He was an extremely naughty child, always in trouble and creating trouble.' 'He wanted to fly a kite at night, and sometimes, bunk school.' 'When I insisted on sending him, we could get a call from school that he had fainted.'

Sushmita Gets Very, Very Dangerous

Sushmita Gets Very, Very Dangerous

Rediff.com13 Oct 2023

'I was 18 years old when I was put on a stage and that was the first time, I met the people of my country, my identity. 'Now, 30 years later, whatever I have done, people have stood by me.' 'The same industry that I left at prime time for eight years has welcomed me back with such love.'

Here's what to expect from Modi's visit to Egypt

Here's what to expect from Modi's visit to Egypt

Rediff.com24 Jun 2023

Prime Minister Modi will be arriving in Cairo on Saturday evening at the invitation of President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi. It will be the first bilateral visit by an Indian prime minister since 1997.

#DostiDiaries: 'We've faced ups and downs together'

#DostiDiaries: 'We've faced ups and downs together'

Rediff.com5 Aug 2016

38-year-old Zahir Shaikh from Pune shares his special story of friendship.

Forced to cancel visit over Covid, UK PM greets India on R-Day

Forced to cancel visit over Covid, UK PM greets India on R-Day

Rediff.com26 Jan 2021

In his video message to celebrate the birth of an "extraordinary Constitution" that established India "as the biggest sovereign democracy in the world", the UK PM reiterated his plan to visit India in the coming months.

Must Watch OTT Shows of 2023

Must Watch OTT Shows of 2023

Rediff.com2 Jan 2024

Sukanya Verma picks the best of OTT from 2023.

Security beefed up at Motera Stadium: Here's why!

Security beefed up at Motera Stadium: Here's why!

Rediff.com8 Mar 2023

With both the Indian and Australian Prime Minister set to visit the Motera Stadium for the opening day of the fourth Test, the security has been beefed up at the stadium.

Our Biopics Are Bad, But There's Hope

Our Biopics Are Bad, But There's Hope

Rediff.com13 Oct 2023

I do have a dream biopic. It has as its subject Renu Saluja, the cosmically gifted editor, with a special focus on the Vidhu Vinod Chopra-Saluja-Sudhir Mishra love story, says Sreehari Nair.

'The Magic Continues At ISRO'

'The Magic Continues At ISRO'

Rediff.com12 Oct 2023

'The benchmark was set by Dr Sarabhai.' 'If there is a problem, everybody would be encouraged to come up with a solution.' 'The final solution will be the result of all the inputs.' 'This is passed on through time.' 'Even today, you see that nobody wants to take particular credit on a success.'

For FCC chief Ajit Pai, coming to India with Trump is special

For FCC chief Ajit Pai, coming to India with Trump is special

Rediff.com24 Feb 2020

'I have a feeling that they would say what they often do now and a belief I carry in my bones, only in America'

Deepika Looks Stunning!

Deepika Looks Stunning!

Rediff.com28 Mar 2023

Katrina wishes her BFF... Karisma's Monday Mantra...Dia has a message for moms...

He Wanted India, China To Be Friends

He Wanted India, China To Be Friends

Rediff.com18 Jan 2023

'My father's life sends a message that there are positive things happening between India and China, no matter what happens at the border.'

PM's gifts to 80-yr-old Biden include traditional 'Das Danams'

PM's gifts to 80-yr-old Biden include traditional 'Das Danams'

Rediff.com22 Jun 2023

Prime Minister Modi gave President Biden the unique sandalwood box sourced from Mysore with intricately carved flora and fauna patterns and handcrafted by a master craftsman from Jaipur during an intimate dinner at the White House on Wednesday.

Get Your Dose Of K-Romance On OTT This Week

Get Your Dose Of K-Romance On OTT This Week

Rediff.com14 Jul 2023

Pop stars, lawyers, cops, hoteliers -- care to hear their story on OTT this week?

'A script should deserve Shah Rukh Khan'

'A script should deserve Shah Rukh Khan'

Rediff.com16 Oct 2023

'If Shah Rukh and I come together again, we have to go beyond Kuch Kuch Hota Hai, Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham, Kal Ho Naa Ho, Kabhi Alvida Na Kehna and My Name Is Khan.' 'I haven't come across a script that hits those high notes.'

Shah Rukh Khan: The Ultimate Woman's Man

Shah Rukh Khan: The Ultimate Woman's Man

Rediff.com6 Sep 2023

From what we've caught in a glimpse of its adrenalin-pumping promos, Jawan pays rich ode to SRK's inbuilt feminist. An army of females swarming its multi-heroines star cast screams iron fist in velvet glove in all its mainstream glory.

Bipasha Shows Off Her Baby Bump

Bipasha Shows Off Her Baby Bump

Rediff.com4 Oct 2022

Randeep turns director... Rakul explores Scotland... Ishaan's hair dilemma...

Is China New Leader Of Global South?

Is China New Leader Of Global South?

Rediff.com5 Sep 2023

Today, with China centrally seated and located, the Global South has an intriguing road ahead. Odds of it becoming a Chinese bloc in the emerging new bipolar world are higher than we'd wish them to be, observes Shekhar Gupta.

Champions League: We need the fans, says Barca coach Xavi

Champions League: We need the fans, says Barca coach Xavi

Rediff.com27 Nov 2023

PSG's Champions League tie with Newcastle is like a final, says Luis Enrique

China Will Never Get Ladakh!

China Will Never Get Ladakh!

Rediff.com31 Oct 2023

'It is flabbergasting to think that this heavenly region has, for decades, been coveted by India's aggressive neighbours,' says Claude Arpi after a recent visit to Ladakh. 'Wanting to use the newly created infrastructure to defend the borders after the clash of 2020 with China and the resulting standoffs, the home ministry is keen to boost border tourism to show that these areas are controlled by India.'

Bishan Bedi and Intikhab Alam relive old times at Kartapur

Bishan Bedi and Intikhab Alam relive old times at Kartapur

Rediff.com6 Oct 2022

But COVID struck and then his health deteriorated as he underwent a heart surgery which was followed by a brain surgery last year.

'Yoga free from copyright': Modi leads Yoga event at UN

'Yoga free from copyright': Modi leads Yoga event at UN

Rediff.com21 Jun 2023

The prime minister, wearing an especially customised white yoga T-shirt and trousers, began his address with a 'Namaste' and thanked people for coming here from far away to attend the celebration.

The Best South Songs of 2023

The Best South Songs of 2023

Rediff.com20 Dec 2023

Arjun Menon lists some of the popular songs from the South Indian movies in 2023.

10 Youth Shows You Must Watch On OTT

10 Youth Shows You Must Watch On OTT

Rediff.com5 Dec 2023

As the Indian version of The Archies gets ready to hit OTT, Deepa Gahlot picks 10 interesting college-and-youth-oriented shows on OTT.

'Women are the most amazing creations of God'

'Women are the most amazing creations of God'

Rediff.com20 Nov 2023

'The girl who helps me at home has had a tough life, yet her perspective of life is so much more positive than mine despite the hardships she's endured.'

John Ka Kya Attitude Hai!

John Ka Kya Attitude Hai!

Rediff.com31 Mar 2022

John Abraham hosted a special screening of his latest film Attack Part 1.

'Prince Charles made us feel like family'

'Prince Charles made us feel like family'

Rediff.com9 Sep 2022

'We will be celebrating our friend's ascension as king by distributing sweets.'

Ritika's Birthday Note For Rohit

Ritika's Birthday Note For Rohit

Rediff.com30 Apr 2022

'30th April bole toh aaplyaa rohit caa brthdde!'