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'This Is The Biggest Setback Of Modi's Career'

'This Is The Biggest Setback Of Modi's Career'

Rediff.com25 Jul 2026

'For the rest of his tenure, people will start with the assumption that even Modi can be forced to bow down'

The India Story Review: Not Brave Enough!

The India Story Review: Not Brave Enough!

Rediff.com24 Jul 2026

The India Story adopts a very soap opera-like approach, piling on ham-fisted melodrama along with plenty of unevenness, sighs Sreeju Sudhakaran

Moana Review: Another Pointless Disney Remake

Moana Review: Another Pointless Disney Remake

Rediff.com10 Jul 2026

The live-action Moana faithfully recreates the original, but rarely captures its magic.

Speeding Driver Arrested After Injuring Three Students In J&K

Speeding Driver Arrested After Injuring Three Students In J&K

Rediff.com27 Apr 2026

Police in Jammu and Kashmir arrested a driver who allegedly ran over and injured three girl students in the Kulgam district before fleeing the scene.

POCSO Case Against Minister's Son Sparks Political Row

POCSO Case Against Minister's Son Sparks Political Row

Rediff.com9 May 2026

A case has been registered against the son of Union Minister Bandi Sanjay Kumar under the POCSO Act, following allegations of sexual harassment of a minor girl. The accused denies the charges, claiming extortion and criminal intimidation. The case has sparked a political row, with accusations of a 'political hit job' and demands for the minister's removal.

WPL, WC triumph driving India's growing depth in women's cricket, says Hussain

WPL, WC triumph driving India's growing depth in women's cricket, says Hussain

Rediff.com11 Jun 2026

Nasser Hussain says India's Women's Premier League and ODI World Cup triumph have created an "unstoppable force" in women's cricket, boosting talent depth and inspiring the next generation of players.

Monsoon fury: Several dead across country, red alert in Palghar

Monsoon fury: Several dead across country, red alert in Palghar

Rediff.com2 Jul 2026

Monsoon rains have unleashed widespread destruction across India, claiming seven lives in Himachal Pradesh and Karnataka due to landslides and floods, while heavy downpours have disrupted normal life and triggered red alerts in Maharashtra and other regions.

'Crazy to play Serena': Maya Joint relishes dream Wimbledon clash

'Crazy to play Serena': Maya Joint relishes dream Wimbledon clash

Rediff.com30 Jun 2026

Serena Williams returns to Wimbledon for the first time since 2022, with fans eagerly awaiting the seven-time champion's comeback as she faces Australian teenager Maya Joint in a blockbuster first-round clash.

Vaishnavi Chaitanya's Fashion Sense Is Epic!

Vaishnavi Chaitanya's Fashion Sense Is Epic!

Rediff.com18 May 2026

With her latest film Epic -- First Semester making noise, it's safe to say Vaishnavi Chaitanya's fashion sense is pretty epic too.

Hormuz Crisis Hits India Hard

Hormuz Crisis Hits India Hard

Rediff.com14 Apr 2026

The cost of the war is being counted not in the corridors of power in Washington or Tehran, but in Firozabad's darkened furnace rooms, Howrah's idle casting sheds, and a barbershop in Kochi where the wait is suddenly, inexplicably, an hour long, notes Prem Panicker in his must read blog on the Iran War.

'I've still got a little bit left in the tank': Joshna eyes seventh Asian Games

'I've still got a little bit left in the tank': Joshna eyes seventh Asian Games

Rediff.com6 Jul 2026

Indian squash veteran Joshna Chinappa, set to become the first Indian to compete in seven Asian Games, reveals she still has 'a little bit left in the tank' to add to her five continental medals and harbours hopes of participating in the sport's Olympic debut in 2028, provided her body holds up.

Salman to release Asha Parekh's autobiography The Hit Girl

Salman to release Asha Parekh's autobiography The Hit Girl

Rediff.com29 Mar 2017

'I hope the book is liked,' Asha Parekh says of her autobiography, The Hit Girl.

Welcome To The Jungle Review: Silly Spectacle

Welcome To The Jungle Review: Silly Spectacle

Rediff.com26 Jun 2026

Welcome To The Jungle's moment of truth arrives when Akshay pleads 'Hum sab bhand hain' in the face of fear and power. If only the rest of this slog was as self-aware as this single scene, notes Sukanya Verma.

Indrajit Lankesh: 'I Was A Bridge To Deepika Padukone's Glory'

Indrajit Lankesh: 'I Was A Bridge To Deepika Padukone's Glory'

Rediff.com14 Jul 2026

'It was only after Aishwarya ran for 100 days and became a massive hit that Shah Rukh Khan signed Deepika Padukone.'

India's Got Latent 2: 'Donald Trump' Steals The Show

India's Got Latent 2: 'Donald Trump' Steals The Show

Rediff.com30 Jun 2026

Not only is Samay Raina going the Kapil Sharma route by bringing celebrities as special guests on his show -- which also means he has to be careful that his jokes don't land them in trouble as well -- but he also has to promote sponsors blatantly, observes Sreeju Sudhakaran.

Ahmed Khan: 'Tiger Shroff Seems To Have Lost His Way'

Ahmed Khan: 'Tiger Shroff Seems To Have Lost His Way'

Rediff.com29 Jun 2026

'Producers were ready to pay me obscene amounts of money because after Rangeela, they thought if they took A R Rahman and Ahmed Khan, the film would be a hit.' 'There were no imported cars then, no mobile phones or online shopping, no house to run or any big kharcha. I was rocking!'

Will Cocktail 2 Be Better Than Cocktail?: Ranking Homi Adajania's Films

Will Cocktail 2 Be Better Than Cocktail?: Ranking Homi Adajania's Films

Rediff.com16 Jun 2026

As Cocktail 2 approaches, we take a look at Director Homi Adajania's slim but fascinating filmography.

Etawah Man Kills Baby Daughter In Domestic Dispute

Etawah Man Kills Baby Daughter In Domestic Dispute

Rediff.com12 May 2026

A five-month-old girl died after her father allegedly threw her during a domestic dispute in Uttar Pradesh's Etawah district.

Delhi: 6-yr-old on way to school killed as car hits e-rickshaw

Delhi: 6-yr-old on way to school killed as car hits e-rickshaw

Rediff.com20 Feb 2026

A six-year-old girl died and her grandmother was injured after their e-rickshaw collided with a car in Janakpuri, Delhi. Police have arrested the driver and are investigating the incident, which has raised concerns about e-rickshaw safety in the city.

The Doctor Who Saved Thousands Of Babies

The Doctor Who Saved Thousands Of Babies

Rediff.com19 Jun 2026

Thousands and thousands and thousands of adults owe their lives to the commitment and medical fervour of Dr Armida Fernandez, who a grateful nation honoured with the Padma Shri this year.

Haunted 3D: Echoes Of The Past Review: More Laughs Than Scares

Haunted 3D: Echoes Of The Past Review: More Laughs Than Scares

Rediff.com12 Jun 2026

Haunted 3D: Echoes Of The Past has no real scares, no real acting, no real sets, no real drama, no real crows and no real 3D effects, sighs Sreeju Sudhakaran.

Meet Anjali Sivaraman, The Face Of Mira Nair's Amri

Meet Anjali Sivaraman, The Face Of Mira Nair's Amri

Rediff.com14 May 2026

Anjali Sivaraman, daughter of playback singer Chitra Iyer, is set to portray the iconic Hungarian-Indian painter Amrita Sher-Gil in Mira Nair's upcoming biopic Amri, following her breakout role in Netflix's Class and a diverse career in modelling and acting.

Pune Child Rape-Murder: SIT To Investigate Brutal Crime

Pune Child Rape-Murder: SIT To Investigate Brutal Crime

Rediff.com3 May 2026

A Special Investigation Team (SIT) has been formed to investigate the rape and murder of a four-year-old girl in the Pune district of Maharashtra, following widespread outrage over the heinous crime.

Bharathiraja's 10 Tamil Classics

Bharathiraja's 10 Tamil Classics

Rediff.com11 Jun 2026

Legendary filmmaker Bharathiraja has passed away at 84, leaving an indelible mark on Tamil cinema with masterpieces like 16 Vayathinile, Oru Kaidhiyin Diary and Karuththamma, among others.

Ananya Panday Is Truly A...

Ananya Panday Is Truly A...

Rediff.com22 May 2026

With Chand Mera Dil hitting the big screens, Ananya Panday seems to be fully leaning into her soft-glam, dreamy-girl era. There's always something youthful and effortlessly pretty about her style.

Assam AASU Leader Killed By Teenager Over Rejection

Assam AASU Leader Killed By Teenager Over Rejection

Rediff.com1 Jun 2026

An All Assam Students' Union (AASU) leader was killed and his cousin sister critically injured in a machete attack by a teenager in Nalbari district of Assam. The attacker, who was later gunned down by police, was allegedly motivated by unrequited love.

Palak, Samantha And Their Summer Essential

Palak, Samantha And Their Summer Essential

Rediff.com8 May 2026

When summer hits, nobody has the energy to spend hours figuring out an outfit. Enter coord sets -- the fashion girl hack that makes you look instantly put together with minimal effort.

Sharvari: 'Working With Imtiaz Sir Has Been Surreal'

Sharvari: 'Working With Imtiaz Sir Has Been Surreal'

Rediff.com15 Jun 2026

'Working with Imtiaz Ali sir was something I had dreamt about for years.' 'His films have shaped the way I look at cinema and storytelling, and to be trusted with a character like Afsana was incredibly meaningful for me.'

10 Partition Dramas You Must Watch

10 Partition Dramas You Must Watch

Rediff.com15 Jun 2026

Imtiaz Ali's new film Main Vaapas Aaunga is set to delve into the enduring trauma of the 1947 Partition, continuing Bollywood's complex cinematic journey of depicting one of history's most violent and impactful events.

India's bowling lacks clarity in T20 World Cup: Mithali Raj

India's bowling lacks clarity in T20 World Cup: Mithali Raj

Rediff.com19 Jun 2026

Former India captain Mithali Raj has expressed concerns over the Indian women's cricket team's bowling department, citing a lack of "role clarity" ahead of crucial ICC Women's T20 World Cup matches. She believes bowling is India's weakest link, especially with Shreyanka Patil's injury and an out-of-form seam attack, while praising the batting strength led by Smriti Mandhana and Richa Ghosh.

Fatal Road Accidents in Godda District Claim Four Lives

Fatal Road Accidents in Godda District Claim Four Lives

Rediff.com31 Mar 2026

Two separate road accidents in Jharkhand's Godda district resulted in the deaths of four people, including a four-year-old girl and her aunt, and two brothers.

Deadly Storms Claim Lives In Uttar Pradesh

Deadly Storms Claim Lives In Uttar Pradesh

Rediff.com13 May 2026

At least 21 people have died in Uttar Pradesh after severe storms and heavy rains caused widespread damage across several districts, including Bhadohi, Budaun, Fatehpur, and Sonbhadra.

Just Who Is Dharna Durga?

Just Who Is Dharna Durga?

Rediff.com2 Jun 2026

Social media sensation Dharna Durga, known for her humorous and relatable content, is making her big leap into mainstream cinema with a parallel lead role in the upcoming Netflix film Maa Behen, starring alongside Madhuri Dixit and Tripti Dimri.

Who's Madame Azurie, Whom Priyanka Plays In Mira Nair's Amri?

Who's Madame Azurie, Whom Priyanka Plays In Mira Nair's Amri?

Rediff.com13 May 2026

Madame Azurie was a highly popular dancer in early Indian cinema, starring in over 700 movies.

Pune Rape-Murder: SIT Formed, CM Assures Fast Trial

Pune Rape-Murder: SIT Formed, CM Assures Fast Trial

Rediff.com3 May 2026

A Special Investigation Team (SIT) has been formed to investigate the rape and murder of a four-year-old girl in Pune district, Maharashtra. Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis has assured a fast-tracked trial and pushed for the death penalty for the accused, amid public outrage and protests.

10 Retro Songs On The Gen Z Playlist

10 Retro Songs On The Gen Z Playlist

Rediff.com6 May 2026

From weddings to clubs to social media reels, these iconic Bollywood songs are blowing up again and the Gen Z just can't stop grooving to them. But who's complaining right? Namrata Thakker lists these evergreen chart-busters that's still dominating the dance floors.

Eradicating Cockroaches Isn't Easy

Eradicating Cockroaches Isn't Easy

Rediff.com8 Jun 2026

A wellspring fuelling the CJP tsunami is the high levels of youth unemployment. Millions of youngsters, including extremely over-qualified people, apply in desperation for any job that is advertised. No government has been able to deliver on this front and things may get worse as artificial intelligence enters the workforce, points out Devangshu Datta.

Heatwaves Trigger Hidden Ozone Threat

Heatwaves Trigger Hidden Ozone Threat

Rediff.com22 Jun 2026

'Can you believe there are over 26,500 deaths linked to heatwave-driven ozone in 2024?'

Ananya Panday, Khushi Kapoor Are Absolutely Motivated To...

Ananya Panday, Khushi Kapoor Are Absolutely Motivated To...

Rediff.com23 Apr 2026

Let's be honest, half the motivation to hit the gym is the outfit. When you look cute, you feel like showing up.

Lagaan to Laapataa Ladies: Aamir Khan's 10 Best Productions

Lagaan to Laapataa Ladies: Aamir Khan's 10 Best Productions

Rediff.com17 Jun 2026

As Aamir Khan Productions celebrates 25 years, we rank the 10 best films produced by its star, from the iconic Lagaan to the recent critically-acclaimed Laapataa Ladies.