News for 'Friendship Day'

'Tomorrow is going to be special thing'

'Tomorrow is going to be special thing'

Rediff.com22 Sep 2022

'...but at the same time we were able to understand that personal relationships are more important than sometimes professional things.'

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.

#DostiDiaries: A brother from another mother

#DostiDiaries: A brother from another mother

Rediff.com2 Aug 2016

Swapnil Bajpai, 32, from Jalandhar, Punjab tells us about his 17 years of friendship with his best buddy Nikhil who currently resides in Dubai.

Queen Charlotte: A Bridgerton Story Review: Entertaining!

Queen Charlotte: A Bridgerton Story Review: Entertaining!

Rediff.com5 May 2023

The latest season of Bridgerton takes a bolder view at handling troubled relationships and marriages as it teases displeased viewers from the previous season with enough fodder to last until the next season, feels Divya Nair.

Post offices to sell greeting cards

Post offices to sell greeting cards

Rediff.com15 Feb 2007

With formalities for a tie-up between the department of posts and Archies Greetings and Gifts Ltd progressing well, from next Friendship Day, falling on August 7, the facility could be introduced in post offices in Tamil Nadu.

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.

Full Text: PM Modi's address to US Congress

Full Text: PM Modi's address to US Congress

Rediff.com23 Jun 2023

Here's the full text of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's address to a joint session of the United States Congress, delivered on Thursday.

Sri Lanka wants amicable settlement of Chinese ship issue, says minister

Sri Lanka wants amicable settlement of Chinese ship issue, says minister

Rediff.com2 Aug 2022

Foreign minister Ali Sabry told the cabinet that the Chinese vessel had only asked for a refuelling visit.

Australian parliament approves FTA with India

Australian parliament approves FTA with India

Rediff.com22 Nov 2022

India and Australia would now implement the free trade agreement on a mutually agreed date as the Australian Parliament on Tuesday approved the pact between the two countries. "BREAKING: Our Free Trade Agreement with India has passed through parliament," Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese said in a tweet. The India-Australia Economic Cooperation and Trade Agreement (AI-ECTA) needed ratification by the Australian parliament before its implementation.

JNU edits 'misogynist' invitation after outrage

JNU edits 'misogynist' invitation after outrage

Rediff.com29 Dec 2021

Under the subhead 'why is this counselling session required', the contentious point has now been replaced with, 'Boys will be counselled to clearly distinguish between friendship and behaviour that may be considered sexual harassment. Girls will be counselled how to avoid sexual harassment.'

Xi in Moscow for talks with Putin to 'end Ukraine war'

Xi in Moscow for talks with Putin to 'end Ukraine war'

Rediff.com20 Mar 2023

Ahead of his crucial talks with Russian President Vladimir Putin in Moscow, Chinese President Xi Jinping said on Monday that his peace plan to end the raging Ukraine war takes into account the 'legitimate' concerns of all parties and reflects the broadest common understanding of the international community.

'A State visit is not just about the red carpet and a terrific meal'

'A State visit is not just about the red carpet and a terrific meal'

Rediff.com21 Jun 2023

'India matters significantly to President Biden and to this administration, and not just in South Asia or the Indo-Pacific region, but truly globally.'

Modi wraps up 'historic' 3-day visit to Israel, makes his way to Hamburg

Modi wraps up 'historic' 3-day visit to Israel, makes his way to Hamburg

Rediff.com6 Jul 2017

"I thank the people and Government of Israel for their hospitality. This successful visit will add more energy to India-Israel relations," Modi said in a tweet.

'Dating has changed so much with apps'

'Dating has changed so much with apps'

Rediff.com20 Jun 2023

'Nobody is telling you, 'Oh, my God, you are 30 and you are not married!'.'

'Modi phenomenon' captures US ahead of state visit

'Modi phenomenon' captures US ahead of state visit

Rediff.com19 Jun 2023

Chanting slogans of "Modi Modi" and India-US friendship, Indian Americans walked in a procession for over an hour towards the historic Lincoln Memorial where the participants busted into an impromptu dance.

As 16-year-old girl is stabbed 20 times in Delhi, public shoots video

As 16-year-old girl is stabbed 20 times in Delhi, public shoots video

Rediff.com29 May 2023

The couple was in a relationship but had a quarrel on Saturday. On Sunday, the victim planned to attend the birthday party of her friend's son but was accosted and stabbed repeatedly. She was also hit with a stone

Modi-Albanese will take fresh guard on Friday in Delhi

Modi-Albanese will take fresh guard on Friday in Delhi

Rediff.com9 Mar 2023

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and his Australian counterpart Anthony Albanese will hold extensive talks on Friday with a focus on boosting overall bilateral ties in areas of trade and investment, defence and critical minerals.

India welcomes world leaders as G20 summit kicks off on Saturday

India welcomes world leaders as G20 summit kicks off on Saturday

Rediff.com8 Sep 2023

The silver lining for India's presidency is likely to be the support by almost all G20 countries to its proposal to include the African Union as a permanent member of the bloc that has emerged as perhaps the most influential multilateral forum after the United Nations.

2021 V-Day Astro: Check your star sign compatibility

2021 V-Day Astro: Check your star sign compatibility

Rediff.com8 Feb 2021

Puneet Gupta, CEO, AstroTalk, reveals why people born under these star signs are made for each other.

'Is something wrong with friend-zoning somebody?'

'Is something wrong with friend-zoning somebody?'

Rediff.com25 Jul 2023

'I came to Bigg Boss so that I could explore and understand myself.'

Hey '80s kids, THIS will make you feel old!

Hey '80s kids, THIS will make you feel old!

Rediff.com6 Nov 2018

Did you realise that Hip Hip Hurray was 20 years ago?

Why Pakistan Government Spared Mani Shankar Aiyar

Why Pakistan Government Spared Mani Shankar Aiyar

Rediff.com22 Aug 2023

It was only a matter of hours before I would be declared persona non grata; all my work would turn to ashes, and I would be revealed as a typical untrustworthy Indian. I steeled myself for the axe to fall.

Inspiring! Newspaper Vendor To Teacher

Inspiring! Newspaper Vendor To Teacher

Rediff.com29 Mar 2023

Bidyasagar Behera used to sell newspapers for a living. But that did not stop him from pursuing his education.

Modi to visit US on June 22, Biden to host state dinner

Modi to visit US on June 22, Biden to host state dinner

Rediff.com10 May 2023

White House Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre said the upcoming visit will affirm the deep and close partnership between the United States and India.

Israel's President Rivlin in India on eight-day visit

Israel's President Rivlin in India on eight-day visit

Rediff.com14 Nov 2016

President Reuven Rivlin calls India "an important ally and close friend of Israel, a state with whom we have much in common" at the start of the 6-day visit.

Balasaheb Thackeray saved Modi when...: Uddhav

Balasaheb Thackeray saved Modi when...: Uddhav

Rediff.com13 Feb 2023

He said Shiv Sena protected a political leadership for 25-30 years but they (the BJP) didn't want Sena and also the Akali Dal -- the erstwhile members of the BJP-led National Democratic Alliance (NDA).

Shiv Shastri Balboa Review: What A Pleasant Surprise!

Shiv Shastri Balboa Review: What A Pleasant Surprise!

Rediff.com10 Feb 2023

Shiv Shastri Balboa is a sweet dramedy that makes a case for letting seniors live with dignity, observes Deepa Gahlot.

Speculation rife over third front formation after Mamata-Naveen meeting

Speculation rife over third front formation after Mamata-Naveen meeting

Rediff.com24 Mar 2023

However, speculation remained rife that the meeting was part of Banerjee's plan to form an opposition front with regional players minus the Congress.

Day 15: What's hot at the Beijing Winter Olympics

Day 15: What's hot at the Beijing Winter Olympics

Rediff.com19 Feb 2022

Speed skating - Swings wins mass start, brings first Belgian Winter gold in 74 years.

REWIND: India in the last 24 hours

REWIND: India in the last 24 hours

Rediff.com8 Aug 2016

Here's a recap of events that occurred in India in the past 24 hours.

Why Indians Turn To Dating Coaches

Why Indians Turn To Dating Coaches

Rediff.com13 Jul 2023

The online world is filled with love gurus promising to teach "how to woo someone in minutes", unlike those who talk about the need to do the self-work.

Indian Heroes In Hollywood On OTT

Indian Heroes In Hollywood On OTT

Rediff.com10 Aug 2023

A pick of just 10 watchable (a couple of them admittedly in the so-bad-it's-fun category) foreign films starring Bollywood stars in significant roles are available to watch on streaming platforms.

'Bigg Boss plays with your mind is incredible'

'Bigg Boss plays with your mind is incredible'

Rediff.com8 Aug 2023

'Pooja Bhatt is definitely going to lift that trophy.'

'Pro-China' Prachanda returns as Nepal PM for 3rd time

'Pro-China' Prachanda returns as Nepal PM for 3rd time

Rediff.com25 Dec 2022

In a dramatic turn of events, Communist Party of Nepal-Maoist Centre chairman Pushpa Kamal Dahal 'Prachanda' was appointed as the new prime minister of Nepal by President Bidya Devi Bhandari on Sunday.

Father's Day Special: TV stars share fatherhood advice

Father's Day Special: TV stars share fatherhood advice

Rediff.com14 Jun 2014

Ahead of Father's Day, which falls on Sunday, we asked your favourite television stars to share their best fatherhood advice.

US acting ambassador meets RSS chief

US acting ambassador meets RSS chief

Rediff.com9 Sep 2021

On Tuesday, Keshap met Congress leader Priyanka Gandhi Vadra.

Pak-China: Growing dilemmas of an 'all weather' friendship

Pak-China: Growing dilemmas of an 'all weather' friendship

Rediff.com12 Jul 2013

The Sino-Pakistan relationship remains fundamentally asymmetrical: Pakistan wants more out of its ties with China than China is willing to offer. Today, when Pakistan's domestic problems are gargantuan, China would be very cautious in involving itself even more, says Harsh V Pant.

'Modi, Modi' reverberates in Sydney as PM addresses diaspora

'Modi, Modi' reverberates in Sydney as PM addresses diaspora

Rediff.com23 May 2023

Modi thanked his Australian counterpart for supporting him in unveiling the foundation stone of 'Little India', a suburb of Sydney.

The Strange Case Of Abdu Rozik

The Strange Case Of Abdu Rozik

Rediff.com19 Dec 2022

Bigg Boss 16 has turned out to be quite different from its previous seasons.

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.