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'When people are going mad online...'

'When people are going mad online...'

Rediff.com2 Jan 2021

'...I am like I need to teach my dog to do potty.'

Pietersen still dreams of playing for England

Pietersen still dreams of playing for England

Rediff.com4 Jul 2014

Former England batsman Kevin Pietersen says he still harbours dreams of turning out for his country despite being controversially axed from the national team.

Will Varavara Rao be freed from prison?

Will Varavara Rao be freed from prison?

Rediff.com13 Jul 2020

The poet and professor's 'life breath is now in the hands of those sworn to uphold his Constitutional right to life.' 'Will they be true to their oath?', asks Jyoti Punwani.

The women who tried to make history at Sabarimala Temple

The women who tried to make history at Sabarimala Temple

Rediff.com23 Oct 2018

Since the temple opened at least 13 women have attempted to enter the shrine, but fallen short despite their valiant attempts.

'Life as we know it will be on the mend soon'

'Life as we know it will be on the mend soon'

Rediff.com31 Mar 2020

'Times will be tough, but we will get by and by the grace of Lord Balaji.'

Ayodhya seers seek divine intervention for Ram temple on Babri demolition day

Ayodhya seers seek divine intervention for Ram temple on Babri demolition day

Rediff.com6 Dec 2018

The Vishwa Hindu Parishad and the Bajrang Dal have announced that they will mark the day as Shaurya Diwas and Vijay Diwas (day of victory) and have asked the people to light earthen lamps as on Diwali.

Stalin's advice to Rajini as he refuses to apologise

Stalin's advice to Rajini as he refuses to apologise

Rediff.com21 Jan 2020

Rajinikanth said he stood by his comments made on Periyar, maintaining that they were factual and refused to apologise as demanded by fringe Dravidian outfits. DMK chief advised him to exercise caution while expressing views on Periyar.

Cobra beer founder felicitated

Cobra beer founder felicitated

Rediff.com26 Oct 2006

Started in 1990 with a loan of 20,000 pounds, the Cobra Beer today has markets in 45 countries and is worth 110 million pounds.

Gavaskar's cap, Shastri's coaching kit at Christie's online auctions

Gavaskar's cap, Shastri's coaching kit at Christie's online auctions

Rediff.com1 Nov 2020

A cap worn by Sunil Gavaskar on India's 1971 tour of England, a signed coaching kit donated by Ravi Shastri are among the cricketing memorabilia that are up for grabs at two of Christie's ongoing online auctions.

Woman scribe makes failed bid to visit Sabarimala, Kerala observes 'hartal'

Woman scribe makes failed bid to visit Sabarimala, Kerala observes 'hartal'

Rediff.com18 Oct 2018

Sporadic violence marked the 'hartal' called by Hindu right groups in Kerala over Wednesday's police action against those opposing entry of women of menstrual age into the shrine.

Sangh protest against Sabarimala verdict turns violent

Sangh protest against Sabarimala verdict turns violent

Rediff.com11 Oct 2018

As the situation went out of control, police first used water cannon and then burst tear gas shells to disperse the unruly crowd.

Urvashi Rautela, Madhuri share Ganpati pictures

Urvashi Rautela, Madhuri share Ganpati pictures

Rediff.com28 Aug 2017

Take a look at their beautiful Ganpati pictures.

Change in UK migrant rules: Dholakia lambasts govt

Change in UK migrant rules: Dholakia lambasts govt

Rediff.com24 Jan 2008

Describing as a 'shameful decision' to change the conditions of the highly skilled migrants programme affecting thousands of Indians, Deputy Leader of the Liberal Democrats Lord Navnit Dholakia has urged the Gordon Brown government in Britain to rectify the mistake.

British MPs vote to legalise gay marriage in England

British MPs vote to legalise gay marriage in England

Rediff.com6 Feb 2013

British members of parliament have overwhelmingly voted for a historic bill allowing gay marriages in the United Kingdom.

Post-cyclone rains, flood threat affect lakhs in eastern India

Post-cyclone rains, flood threat affect lakhs in eastern India

Rediff.com28 May 2021

A day after Cyclone Yaas tore through coastal Odisha and Bengal to cause havoc as far as Jharkhand, tornadoes, torrential rains, bridge collapses and swelling rivers continued to plague eastern India as people tried to pick up their lives amid the debris of swept away mud homes and swamped farmlands.

Ayodhya awaits its big day, outsiders not welcome

Ayodhya awaits its big day, outsiders not welcome

Rediff.com4 Aug 2020

Ayodhya is decked up for the bhoomi pujan that will be attended at the Ram Janmabhoomi by 175 people, who figure in a select guest list of seers and politicians topped by Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

Every woman needs to question govt over Hathras: Priyanka

Every woman needs to question govt over Hathras: Priyanka

Rediff.com2 Oct 2020

Addressing a prayer meeting in memory of the Dalit rape victim, she said her party will continue to exert pressure on the government till justice is delivered in the case.

Kareena bats for the women's cricket team!

Kareena bats for the women's cricket team!

Rediff.com31 Oct 2019

Get your low-down on what's happening in the world of Bollywood, right here!

Assam flood worsens, 4.23 lakh people affected

Assam flood worsens, 4.23 lakh people affected

Rediff.com11 Jul 2019

The deluge, which had affected 2.5 lakh people in 11 districts on Wednesday, spread to six more districts on Thursday affecting 4.23 lakh people, it said.

Jallianwala Bagh apology: Should we really care?

Jallianwala Bagh apology: Should we really care?

Rediff.com21 Apr 2019

I can't see what purpose can be served by an apology by a British government that cannot in any way be blamed for one sadistic man running amok 100 years ago, argues Sunanda K Datta-Ray.

Ayyappa's right must be respected by one and all

Ayyappa's right must be respected by one and all

Rediff.com27 Oct 2018

'Comparing a men-only pilgrimage with past blots like sati or untouchability is propelled by politics, mischief and malevolence,' argues Sudhir Bisht.

Minorities facing 'horrendous acts of mobocracy': Nusrat Jahan

Minorities facing 'horrendous acts of mobocracy': Nusrat Jahan

Rediff.com26 Jul 2019

The legislator from West Bengal claimed that there were several incidents where people across the country had been attacked by "cow vigilantes" over rumours of eating beef and smuggling cattle.

10 UNUSUAL holiday destinations in India

10 UNUSUAL holiday destinations in India

Rediff.com29 Jan 2020

Forget Munnar and Manali, these places in India are worth your time.

First Darshan: Lalbaugcha Raja returns to Mumbai

First Darshan: Lalbaugcha Raja returns to Mumbai

Rediff.com11 Sep 2015

Lalbaugcha Raja is truly a King in all respects and it pays to seek his audience.

India learns the hard way

India learns the hard way

Rediff.com18 Mar 2020

No nation is fully sovereign to do what it wants to do in the face of opposition from others, points out Aakar Patel.

Kejriwal kickstarts AAP campaign in Gujarat for 2017 polls

Kejriwal kickstarts AAP campaign in Gujarat for 2017 polls

Rediff.com9 Jul 2016

Kickstarting the Aam Aadmi Party's campaign for the 2017 Gujarat assembly polls, Delhi chief minister Arvind Kejriwal on Sunday asked the people to get rid of "hooligans" and "corrupt" persons.

FULL TEXT: President's address to nation on I Day eve

FULL TEXT: President's address to nation on I Day eve

Rediff.com14 Aug 2021

President Ram Nath Kovind addressed the nation on the eve of India's 75th Independence Day. Here's the text of what he said:

Indians on biz trips to UK must get visas quickly

Indians on biz trips to UK must get visas quickly

Rediff.com24 Jun 2009

Participating in a debate on 'British Opportunity in India and Indian Investments in the United Kingdom,' Lord Navnit Dholakia said, "Bilateral trade is impacted by our own visa regime." Drawing attention towards the difficulties faced by Indian businessmen in obtaining visas, Dholakia said, "We should make sure that business visitors and senior providers are facilitated to travel to the UK to explore business opportunities and business contracts.

Hilsa, as it's cooked in Bengal's royal homes!

Hilsa, as it's cooked in Bengal's royal homes!

Rediff.com28 Aug 2018

Here's your opportunity to sample ilish dishes from the royal homes of Bengal, says Avishek Rakshit.

'Taimur loves the Ramayan'

'Taimur loves the Ramayan'

Rediff.com6 Oct 2020

'He is not interested in cricket or football.' 'He is interested in singing, dancing and painting.' 'Right now, he thinks he's Lord Rama.'

Swraj Paul appointed Privy Councillor

Swraj Paul appointed Privy Councillor

Rediff.com23 Jun 2009

Lord Swraj Paul was on Tuesday appointed by the Queen as a member of her Privy Council, the British monarch's advisory group whose members include the Prime Minister, Cabinet ministers and other eminent personalities.

'I did it for Ram, for India, for Ayodhya'

'I did it for Ram, for India, for Ayodhya'

Rediff.com6 Dec 2017

"I believe that I should have also been listed as an accused by the CBI," says Hazaari Lal, one of the thousand karsewaks, who pulled down the mosque on December 6 1992, a day that shook India.

Addicted to gadgets? Try these 5 vastu tips

Addicted to gadgets? Try these 5 vastu tips

Rediff.com4 Dec 2019

According to vastu shastra there are various factors that contribute to gadget addiction and reduces communication and harmony among the members in family or an organisation:

Indian fans hurt by World Cup exit but proud of team

Indian fans hurt by World Cup exit but proud of team

Rediff.com11 Jul 2019

Indian cricket fans were feeling pain rather than anger on Thursday as they tried to come to terms with their team's shocking World Cup semi-final defeat to New Zealand.

Will contest elections if party asks: Priyanka Gandhi

Will contest elections if party asks: Priyanka Gandhi

Rediff.com27 Mar 2019

However, she said her own wish is to work for the party's organisation.

Assam floods affect 22 lakh across 27 districts

Assam floods affect 22 lakh across 27 districts

Rediff.com13 Jul 2020

The total number of people killed in flooding and landslides in the state this year has gone up to 76. While 50 people were killed in inundation, 26 died due to landslides.

Woman who entered Sabarimala attacked by mother-in-law, hospitalised

Woman who entered Sabarimala attacked by mother-in-law, hospitalised

Rediff.com15 Jan 2019

She was hit on her head by her mother-in-law. She is reportedly stable and has been referred for further tests in the hospital.

#MeToo hits Rahul Easwar; Activist dismisses charge

#MeToo hits Rahul Easwar; Activist dismisses charge

Rediff.com30 Oct 2018

Easwar claimed the allegation was a mere attack from people opposed to his ideology and meant for "political manipulation", and added "I dismiss it".

NaMo's Namaste London!

NaMo's Namaste London!

Rediff.com13 Nov 2015

How Prime Minister Narendra Modi's first day in London unfolded.