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Is Modi copying Indira's Emergency textbook?

Is Modi copying Indira's Emergency textbook?

Rediff.com26 Jun 2021

'Consider Mrs Gandhi's view of her opponents: Traitors, anti-nationals, rumour-mongers.' Does the spirit of the Emergency-era Indira Gandhi still rule India? asks Vir Sanghvi.

This is a captain whose commitment to his team is absolute

This is a captain whose commitment to his team is absolute

Rediff.com31 Dec 2021

Under Kohli, playing cricket will now be about winning, not avoiding defeat. India will not just be liked or admired -- it will be respected and feared. A country whose stars were labeled 'talented' or 'elegant' or 'inconsistent' now finds itself with a captain who is professional, tough, and combative, the embodiment of athleticism, aggression, and ambition. A fascinating glimpse from Pride, Prejudice And Punditry: The Essential Shashi Tharoor.

Can Sidharth-Sonakshi pull off Ittefaq remake? VOTE!

Can Sidharth-Sonakshi pull off Ittefaq remake? VOTE!

Rediff.com2 Sep 2016

Sidharth Malhotra and Sonakshi Sinha will team up in a remake of B R Chopra's iconic film Ittefaq

Bollywood cheers for Sachin Tendulkar

Bollywood cheers for Sachin Tendulkar

Rediff.com14 Nov 2013

Here's what your favourite Bollywood celebrities are tweeting.

Republic Day Tableau: Why Tamil Nadu Feels Bitter

Republic Day Tableau: Why Tamil Nadu Feels Bitter

Rediff.com22 Jan 2022

There is a deep-seated sense of rejection that the new generation Tamil youth have felt for a decade and more now, observes N Sathiya Moorthy.

8 AMAZING lessons to learn from Team India

8 AMAZING lessons to learn from Team India

Rediff.com22 Jan 2021

Cricket writer Bharat Sundaresan shares the key takeaways from Team India's historic win that you can apply in every day life.

How Raveena made Al Pacino buy Amish's book

How Raveena made Al Pacino buy Amish's book

Rediff.com4 May 2017

At the author's book cover launch in Mumbai, Raveena confessed to making the Hollywood actor buy The Oath of the Vayuputras.

10 OTT Shows To Watch

10 OTT Shows To Watch

Rediff.com20 Jul 2020

As cinemas remain shut and watching movies on big screen still a distant dream, OTT platforms are keeping us distracted from the pandemic with its steady supply of content.

Now, American producer buys rights to Meluha!

Now, American producer buys rights to Meluha!

Rediff.com20 Jan 2014

After creating history by signing a million-dollar book contract, Amish Tripathi hits the ball out of the park again!

THE ABBA Paradox

THE ABBA Paradox

Rediff.com19 Oct 2021

Ageing is a funny process. After rebelling and exploring, the human being drifts to the ordered arrangement, he/she once left. As a youngster I outgrew ABBA while my mother continued to like them. In September 2021, when ABBA's first single in 40 years was launched, I sent the video link to my mother. Meanwhile, now in my fifties, I find myself curious to hear ABBA's new songs, notes Shyam G Menon.

Full Text: President's address to nation on the eve of Republic Day

Full Text: President's address to nation on the eve of Republic Day

Rediff.com25 Jan 2022

Here's the full text of address to the nation by President Ram Nath Kovind on the eve of the Republic Day 2022.

'They call me King of Disco'

'They call me King of Disco'

Rediff.com16 Feb 2022

'Oscar has been given to A R Rahman.' Ringa Ringa Ringa, Choli ki peeche kya hai -- What's the difference? Exactly the same. Also, Jai ho.' 'I did Ramba ho in 1985.' 'Rahman combined three of my songs and got Best Original Score.' 'The Ho came from me.' 'Bappi Lahiri brought the Ho to Bollywood.'

Reader's Choice: Greatest Hindi Film of All Time

Reader's Choice: Greatest Hindi Film of All Time

Rediff.com26 Jul 2013

Here's YOUR pick of the greatest Hind film.

What I got when I flew Air India for Rs 169,613

What I got when I flew Air India for Rs 169,613

Rediff.com14 Dec 2020

Even a rump Air India could not hope to get away with the shoddy service and scrappy fare for which I paid nearly two lakh, complains Sunanda K Datta-Ray.

Phelps ready to take Olympic spotlight

Phelps ready to take Olympic spotlight

Rediff.com31 Jul 2012

Michael Phelps is poised to scale the final mountain he needs to reach the peak of Olympic immortality when the fourth day of the Olympic swimming competition takes place on Tuesday.

PIX: Pujara leads India's fightback with gutsy knock

PIX: Pujara leads India's fightback with gutsy knock

Rediff.com27 Aug 2021

Images from Day 3 of the third Test between England and India, at Headingley, Leeds, on Friday.

How I fought abuse and bullying with music

How I fought abuse and bullying with music

Rediff.com14 Jan 2021

Abhijith Gopinath aka A.B.I was mocked through school and college. He found solace in hip-hop and chose love over hate.

Ten MUST-HAVE Rajesh Khanna collectibles

Ten MUST-HAVE Rajesh Khanna collectibles

Rediff.com18 Jul 2013

On the superstar's first death anniversary, we list 10 definitive collectibles from the Rajesh Khanna memorabilia.

Mind Your (Bollywood) Language

Mind Your (Bollywood) Language

Rediff.com18 Jul 2013

Movie titles have gotten weirder and weirder, and frequently do we do double-takes these days when we hear the name of an upcoming film.

6 financial vows for women to retire at 50

6 financial vows for women to retire at 50

Rediff.com5 Mar 2020

In the third of the series, Suren Kochchar offers six pointers to help women achieve financial goals. An International Women's Day Special.

Why terrorists cannot be treated like common criminals

Why terrorists cannot be treated like common criminals

Rediff.com3 Jul 2013

Colonel (retd) Anil Athale on balancing the rule of law, human rights and security in the age of terrorism.

Soumitra Chatterjee and the inheritance of loss

Soumitra Chatterjee and the inheritance of loss

Rediff.com17 Nov 2020

The passing of Satyajit Ray's renaissance man feels like the snapping of the last connection with a generation that built a nation and defined grace while facing everything life had to throw at them, says Sumit Bhattacharya.

Former heavyweight champion Frazier dies at 67

Former heavyweight champion Frazier dies at 67

Rediff.com8 Nov 2011

Former heavyweight champion Joe Frazier, who earned boxing immortality after his three epic fights with Muhammad Ali, died on Monday at age 67, US media reported.

'Hanuman Garhi temple was built by a Muslim ruler'

'Hanuman Garhi temple was built by a Muslim ruler'

Rediff.com12 Aug 2021

'He also granted the temple freedom from all taxes and decreed that no one could litigate against it ever.'

Readers' Pick: Top 10 Bollywood Actors of All Time!

Readers' Pick: Top 10 Bollywood Actors of All Time!

Rediff.com2 May 2013

The brilliant Dharmendra stands on Number 10. Find out who takes the top spot.

PIX: Alia's Maldives holiday with family

PIX: Alia's Maldives holiday with family

Rediff.com3 Jan 2017

The Bhatts know how to holiday in style!

Deepika's beautiful tribute to Madhubala

Deepika's beautiful tribute to Madhubala

Rediff.com20 Oct 2015

The first song released from Sanjay Leela Bhansali's Bajirao Mastani is a tribute to the immortal dance number Pyar Kiya Toh Darna Kya from K Asif's Mughal-E-Azam, which was picturised on Madhubala and Dilip Kumar.

Man behind China's latest fighter jet J-15 dead

Man behind China's latest fighter jet J-15 dead

Rediff.com26 Nov 2012

The much publicised landing of a fighter jet on China's first ever aircraft carrier ended up on a sad note as a key official involved in developing the aircraft died of heart attack.

US Open PIX: Djokovic enters quarters; Sakkari survives thriller

US Open PIX: Djokovic enters quarters; Sakkari survives thriller

Rediff.com7 Sep 2021

Images from Day 8 of the 2021 US Open in New York on Monday.

From glamazons to geeks: GenNext opens Fashion Week!

From glamazons to geeks: GenNext opens Fashion Week!

Rediff.com3 Aug 2012

Lakme Fashion Week's Winter/Festive instalment opened with a showing by seven GenNext designers who managed an even mix of creativity and chic couture. Take a look.

Vettel storms India, Alonso must attack

Vettel storms India, Alonso must attack

Rediff.com27 Oct 2012

Felipe Massa might have a curb named after him at the Buddh International Circuit, but it is Sebastian Vettel who really seems to like the circuit on the outskirts of Delhi.

'Nimmi was always ahead of her time'

'Nimmi was always ahead of her time'

Rediff.com26 Mar 2020

'She was gutsy and rebellious enough to take on roles other more conventional actresses wouldn't dare and she excelled in them.'

'Our myths are the heritage of all Indians, not just Hindus'

'Our myths are the heritage of all Indians, not just Hindus'

Rediff.com16 Jan 2013

In an exclusive chat with Rediff users, bestselling author Amish Tripathi takes questions on his books, his films and his gods.

Farhan Akhtar to play writer-poet Sahir Ludhianvi in biopic

Farhan Akhtar to play writer-poet Sahir Ludhianvi in biopic

Rediff.com1 Nov 2013

Ashi Dua, who produced Bombay Talkies, will produce the film titled Sahir.

Can Coolie No 1 revive Varun's career?

Can Coolie No 1 revive Varun's career?

Rediff.com17 Mar 2020

Bollywood seems to be in remake mode.

Guess who Amish Tripathi and Varun Dhawan love!

Guess who Amish Tripathi and Varun Dhawan love!

Rediff.com12 Jun 2018

At Amish Tripathi's book launch, Varun Dhawan spoke about his love for Suppandi.

Vijender pays homage to Ali: 'A legend never dies'

Vijender pays homage to Ali: 'A legend never dies'

Rediff.com4 Jun 2016

Indian star pugilist Vijender Singh on Saturday paid rich tribute to legendary boxer Muhammad Ali, who passed away at the age of 74 after losing his long-standing battle against Parkinson's disease.

The history behind India's iconic circular Parliament

The history behind India's iconic circular Parliament

Rediff.com10 Dec 2020

The existing building is a British-era building, designed by Edwin Lutyens and Herbert Baker who were responsible for planning and construction of New Delhi.

'Who can resist Julia Roberts?'

'Who can resist Julia Roberts?'

Rediff.com30 Mar 2012

Director Tarsem Singh tells us why he chose the actress in his new film, Mirror, Mirror.

How writing can TRANSFORM your life

How writing can TRANSFORM your life

Rediff.com19 Mar 2019

Author Natasha Badhwar explains her love-hate relationship with writing in her latest book Immortal for a Moment.