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What happens if the BJP wins only 210 seats in 2019...

What happens if the BJP wins only 210 seats in 2019...

Rediff.com6 Jun 2018

'It will be fascinating to see how Modi, for the first time in his political life without a majority, is able to manage the ambitions and the conflicts,' says Aakar Patel.

Veganism will be the norm in the not-so-distant future

Veganism will be the norm in the not-so-distant future

Rediff.com14 Nov 2019

'Like public smoking, like the decriminalisation of homosexuality, like the acceptance of medical marijuana, veganism awaits its generational change,' says Aakar Patel.

'Mangalyaan's budget is less than a Hollywood film's!'

'Mangalyaan's budget is less than a Hollywood film's!'

Rediff.com24 Sep 2014

Here's a look at the top 10 tweets from your favourite Bollywood celebrities

Why Gujarat loss is still a victory for Congress

Why Gujarat loss is still a victory for Congress

Rediff.com19 Dec 2017

The Rahul-led campaign not only recorded its best assembly performance in the state since 1995, but also matched the BJP blow for blow in planning and execution.

FULL TEXT: Pranab's address at RSS headquarters

FULL TEXT: Pranab's address at RSS headquarters

Rediff.com7 Jun 2018

The soul of India resides in pluralism and tolerance. This plurality of our society has come through assimilation of ideas over centuries. Secularism and inclusion are a matter of faith for us. It is our composite culture which makes us into one nation.

Anger and anguish roil Gujarat as pilgrims' bodies arrive

Anger and anguish roil Gujarat as pilgrims' bodies arrive

Rediff.com11 Jul 2017

A pall of gloom descended on the airport as the plane landed.

Either perform or perish, A-I, Indian told

Either perform or perish, A-I, Indian told

Rediff.com20 Oct 2006

'The government will not remain a mute spectator to the goings-on in both the carriers.'

Why Modi-Shah don't need NDA anymore

Why Modi-Shah don't need NDA anymore

Rediff.com26 Oct 2020

In its sway over national politics now, the Modi-Shah BJP is what the Congress was under Indira Gandhi. Why would they indulge coalition partners, their greed and egos now, asks Shekhar Gupta.

NE suffering from infiltration due to Congress policies: PM

NE suffering from infiltration due to Congress policies: PM

Rediff.com30 Mar 2019

'You had earlier sent a Prime Minister from Assam (referring to Manmohan Singh) whom people do not even remember now'

'People don't trust Modi anymore'

'People don't trust Modi anymore'

Rediff.com19 Dec 2017

'Modi's charisma has started fading.'

Delhi aim to crack CSK code for maiden IPL final berth

Delhi aim to crack CSK code for maiden IPL final berth

Rediff.com9 May 2019

It was CSK who denied Delhi a top-two spot in the league standings with a crushing 80-run win at Chepauk and the Mahendra Singh Dhoni-led side stands in their way again, only the stakes are much higher.

'We want Air India to keep flying'

'We want Air India to keep flying'

Rediff.com30 Jan 2020

'Whether it is the unions or the politicians, they don't have to do politics over Air India, but be guided by a solitary factor -- that we don't want Air India to fly into oblivion.'

The secret of wicketkeeper Parthiv's successful comeback...

The secret of wicketkeeper Parthiv's successful comeback...

Rediff.com30 Dec 2016

His batting and wicketkeeping shone through in equal measure during the recent home Test series against England and Parthiv Patel attributes the success to segregating his twin skills during training sessions.

'PLA is no match for Indian Army'

'PLA is no match for Indian Army'

Rediff.com28 Dec 2020

'Chinese troops are not geared to fight Indian troops who are battle hardened and acclimatised and are far more hardy.'

I didn't lose my place to a normal cricketer, it was Dhoni: Karthik

I didn't lose my place to a normal cricketer, it was Dhoni: Karthik

Rediff.com12 Jun 2018

Afghanistan will play India after becoming full members of the International Cricket Council (ICC) last year.

RBI must introspect its role in lower growth, says Goyal

RBI must introspect its role in lower growth, says Goyal

Rediff.com6 Apr 2019

Piyush Goyal, who held the post of finance minister when Arun Jaitley was undergoing treatment, told the Confederation of Indian Industry's annual session: "All stakeholders, including the RBI, should introspect on their respective roles (on low economic growth)."

For us there is one league and it is the I-League: FIFA

For us there is one league and it is the I-League: FIFA

Rediff.com16 Oct 2014

Asked about the popularity of the Indian Super League, and whether FIFA will recognize it, secretary-general Jerome Valcke was quick to point out that for the world body there is only one league and that's the I-League. Manu Shankar reports

Like the poster of Phobia?

Like the poster of Phobia?

Rediff.com24 May 2016

The top posts on social media from your favourite Bollywood celebrities.

Is boarding an airline first the right way of honouring the soldier?

Is boarding an airline first the right way of honouring the soldier?

Rediff.com22 Aug 2017

'The Indian soldier will fight where he is asked to, and he always has.' 'It is up to us as a democratic society to see that his service and sacrifice is for the most useful causes, and that we do not needlessly ask him to die for us,' says Aakar Patel.

Chahal looking forward to tips from Hirwani ahead of England tour

Chahal looking forward to tips from Hirwani ahead of England tour

Rediff.com13 May 2018

Leg-spinner Yuzvendra Chahal is focused on making good use of the one-month break post the Indian Premier League to sharpen his skill sets at the National Cricket Academy under Narendra Hirwani before embarking on India's challenging tour of the United Kingdom.

Dhoni hails 'exceptional performance' by bowlers after series triumph

Dhoni hails 'exceptional performance' by bowlers after series triumph

Rediff.com29 Oct 2016

India captain Mahendra Singh Dhoni hailed his bowlers for the resounding series-clinching win over New Zealand in the fifth and final ODI in Visakhapatnam, describing it as "one of the best performances by the bowlers".

Gautam Gulati wins Bigg Boss 8

Gautam Gulati wins Bigg Boss 8

Rediff.com31 Jan 2015

The actor has won a prize of Rs 50 lakh.

'Don't make the industry a soft target'

'Don't make the industry a soft target'

Rediff.com15 Sep 2020

'I have never had a foul experience in the industry.' 'There are rotten apples everywhere, in your family, relatives, friends circle, colleagues...' 'It's very vulnerable because of the glamour, but it's very heartbreaking to hear bad things about the industry.' 'It's not such a bad place.'

PIX: Bachchan Sr & Jr, Ameesha, Rohit's fiancee cheer for Mumbai

PIX: Bachchan Sr & Jr, Ameesha, Rohit's fiancee cheer for Mumbai

Rediff.com20 May 2015

Bollywood mega star Amitabh Bachchan was yet again at the Wankhede stadium to cheer for Mumbai Indians.

'Modi got himself an hour of free TV'

'Modi got himself an hour of free TV'

Rediff.com27 Mar 2019

Some parties complained to the Election Commission alleging violation of the model code.

Review: Lion tells a simple but moving story

Review: Lion tells a simple but moving story

Rediff.com24 Feb 2017

Lion roars because of a magical child, writes Raja Sen.

Punjab qualify for IPL play-offs after shaky win against Delhi

Punjab qualify for IPL play-offs after shaky win against Delhi

Rediff.com20 May 2014

Kings XI Punjab beat Delhi Daredevils by four wickets in their IPL match at Feroz Shah Kotla ground on Monday. It was Punjab's ninth win and made them the first team to make it to the play-offs.

Sonia Gandhi turns 58

Sonia Gandhi turns 58

Rediff.com9 Dec 2004

Manmohan Singh and almost all his Cabinet colleagues were among those who drove to her 10, Janpath residence in New Delhi to wish her.

Amitabh Bachchan: Go Vote!

Amitabh Bachchan: Go Vote!

Rediff.com15 Oct 2014

Here's a look at the top 10 tweets from your favourite Bollywood celebrities:

Will Zaheer inspire Delhi to bounce back against Kings XI?

Will Zaheer inspire Delhi to bounce back against Kings XI?

Rediff.com14 Apr 2016

Perennial under-achievers Delhi Daredevils and Kings XI Punjab will look to recover from opening losses and put their campaign back on track.

Kohli Cocktail: Where change is the only 'Constant'

Kohli Cocktail: Where change is the only 'Constant'

Rediff.com18 Jan 2018

Whether it is by choice or compulsion of injuries, Kohli's fetish for tinkering with playing XI is well documented -- something that wasn't questioned till the South African debacle happened.

Jab We Met: 'He waited for eight years'

Jab We Met: 'He waited for eight years'

Rediff.com8 Mar 2016

Shivalika Patel tells us how she got married to her school sweetheart.

'Dhoni is very smart'

'Dhoni is very smart'

Rediff.com23 Jul 2020

'When you saw him, you immediately knew that he was something special.'

Why is India rejecting the Rohingyas?

Why is India rejecting the Rohingyas?

Rediff.com19 Sep 2017

'As a great democracy, we must be responsible and uphold the rights of those who come to us seeking shelter.' 'Everything in the Hindu faith tells us that this is obligatory on us,' says Aakar Patel.

'I want to sing for the Khans, the Kapoors, the Kumars'

'I want to sing for the Khans, the Kapoors, the Kumars'

Rediff.com7 Aug 2018

'Getting a song in Bollywood isn't easy.' 'I don't charge for Bollywood songs.' 'Your song may release today, but it can be possible that you may not get another song for a year.'

Modi's is the best I-Day speech by a PM ever!

Modi's is the best I-Day speech by a PM ever!

Rediff.com16 Aug 2019

'Speaking this year from the ramparts of the Red Fort, he excelled himself in content, diction and delivery -- all extemporaneously flowing, replete with felicitous expressions and captivating word play. 'The only other Indian prime minister with whom he stands comparison is Jawaharlal Nehru who too shunned prepared speeches and established instant rapport with his audiences,' says B S Raghavan.

Jadeja shines in Dubai on return to one-day arena

Jadeja shines in Dubai on return to one-day arena

Rediff.com22 Sep 2018

'I don't have to prove anything to anyone. What my ability is, I need to sharpen it. I don't have to show anyone what I can do. I need to challenge myself'

Will we see Rohit Sharma opening the innings in IPL?

Will we see Rohit Sharma opening the innings in IPL?

Rediff.com16 Apr 2017

Mumbai Indians skipper Rohit Sharma, on Sunday, hinted that he might open the innings at some stage in the ongoing Indian Premier League but that will totally depend on the need of the team.

This time, it's a ship!

This time, it's a ship!

Rediff.com22 Nov 2004

'We have become bigger than the Congress in UP'

'We have become bigger than the Congress in UP'

Rediff.com11 Mar 2017

'My God, what do I say? It's shocking!' 'They had 27 MLAs in 2012. And now they have just seven.' 'My party (the Apna Dal-S) contested 11 seats and won in nine.'