News for 'Kalpana'

How Much Was Madhuri's Dhak Dhak Outfit Sold For?

How Much Was Madhuri's Dhak Dhak Outfit Sold For?

Rediff.com16 Sep 2025

'Why don't I organise an auction of cinematic memorabilia?' recalls Dinesh Raheja. 'There are sure to be legions of film buffs who will cherish the chance to own souvenirs intimately associated with their favourite stars onscreen.'

Ex-CJI Chandrachud vacates official residence after row

Ex-CJI Chandrachud vacates official residence after row

Rediff.com2 Aug 2025

A controversy had arisen over his stay at the official residence of CJI at 5, Krishna Menon Marg, New Delhi, beyond permissible time.

BCCI Hunts for New Selectors in Agarkar-Led Panel

BCCI Hunts for New Selectors in Agarkar-Led Panel

Rediff.com23 Aug 2025

BCCI invites applications for 2 men's selectors and 4 women's selection committee members

Dev Anand: 'I Wanted To Marry Suraiya'

Dev Anand: 'I Wanted To Marry Suraiya'

Rediff.com26 Sep 2025

'I fell in love with Suraiya and that was my first real gafla. The more I couldn't get her, the more I wanted her. When I couldn't marry her because the world didn't want it, I cried for the first time.'

'People Said I Was A Bewaqoof'

'People Said I Was A Bewaqoof'

Rediff.com11 Feb 2025

'Everything in life is about timing.' 'I came to films when the disco craze had started.' Everything just fell into place: The shorts, the slimness, the songs, and my combination with Usha Uthup and Bappi Lahiri.'

Chandrachud reveals why he overstayed in CJI's residence

Chandrachud reveals why he overstayed in CJI's residence

Rediff.com7 Jul 2025

Former Chief Justice of India D Y Chandrachud addresses the controversy surrounding his continued stay at his official residence after retirement, citing his daughters' medical needs and ongoing efforts to move to suitable accommodation.

'My Life And My Story Is My Truth'

'My Life And My Story Is My Truth'

Rediff.com11 Feb 2025

'At the age of 68, I am in the best phase of my life.' 'What I have left of my life, I want to live with dignity.'

Grieving for Kalpana Lajmi

Grieving for Kalpana Lajmi

Rediff.com27 Sep 2018

Family and friends mourn the film-maker's passing.

'Shibu Soren Was A Godly Figure For Tribals'

'Shibu Soren Was A Godly Figure For Tribals'

Rediff.com7 Aug 2025

'He was not highly educated. He was Class 10 passed but his intelligence was high. He could impress any group of people.'

Family Time For The Sorens After Win

Family Time For The Sorens After Win

Rediff.com23 Nov 2024

Kalpana Soren, Jharkhand Chief Minister Hemant Soren's wife, has retained the Gandey assembly seat that she had won in a by-poll earlier this year.

Anil Menon Will Spend 8 Months In Space In 2026

Anil Menon Will Spend 8 Months In Space In 2026

Rediff.com2 Jul 2025

Anil Menon, the latest to join the list of American astronauts with Indian roots, will fly to the International Space Station in June 2026 as a flight engineer.

Why BJP Wants JMM To Contest Bihar Polls

Why BJP Wants JMM To Contest Bihar Polls

Rediff.com28 Jul 2025

'It is good for us if the JMM contests. That will divide the Opposition and give us the upper hand.'

Goodbye, 'Kalpana chechi'

Goodbye, 'Kalpana chechi'

Rediff.com25 Jan 2016

'The world will remember Kalpana through the characters that showed her brilliance as an actor.'

Why Did Hemant Soren Meet Modi?

Why Did Hemant Soren Meet Modi?

Rediff.com27 Nov 2024

Jharkhand's caretaker Chief Minister Hemant Soren traveled to New Delhi on Tuesday, November 26, 2024, to invite Prime Minister Narendra D Modi, Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge, the Gandhis, and Aam Aadmi Party national Convenor Arvind Kejriwal to his swearing-in ceremony, scheduled for Thursday, November 28.

What Shux Did In His 1st Week In Space

What Shux Did In His 1st Week In Space

Rediff.com10 Jul 2025

Shubhanshu Shukla's first seven days in space have combined science, ceremony, and moments of levity.

Jharkhand power couple proves influence over tribal votes

Jharkhand power couple proves influence over tribal votes

Rediff.com23 Nov 2024

Call it a charismatic show by the power couple -- Hemant Soren and Kalpana Soren -- whom the Bharatiya Janata Party had dubbed as 'Bunty aur Babli', Jharkhand's Jharkhand Mukti Morcha is on track to secure a second consecutive term as part of the Indian National Developmental Inclusive Alliance (INDIA).

Army Brat Is Jharkhand's Newest Star

Army Brat Is Jharkhand's Newest Star

Rediff.com8 Nov 2024

The unlikely and newly-discovered star on the Jharkhand campaign trail is a 39-year-old feisty army brat, who is married to the state's chief minister. Wearing only saris, always sporting sindhoor, a tikka and bangles, Jharkhand political rallies haven't seen anyone like Kalpana Murmu Soren before! She brings both lively energy and style to the podiums/stages she graces, arriving like a breath of fresh air to make fiery speeches that ignite the crowd.

Malayalam actress Kalpana dies

Malayalam actress Kalpana dies

Rediff.com25 Jan 2016

The actress passed away in Hyderabad.

'You will be missed Kalpanaji'

'You will be missed Kalpanaji'

Rediff.com23 Sep 2018

'I will miss her camaraderie, her humour, love for food and passion for film.'

Head Massage For Sorens After Poll

Head Massage For Sorens After Poll

Rediff.com22 Nov 2024

Jharkhand Chief Minister Hemant Soren and his wife Kalpana Soren -- the star campaigner in the state assembly election campaign -- chilled with a soothing head massage in Ranchi on Thursday the day after the votes were cast.

Kalpana Lajmi suffering from kidney ailment

Kalpana Lajmi suffering from kidney ailment

Rediff.com9 Mar 2016

The filmmaker is in desperate need for financial aid.

Economist Kalpana Kochhar to retire from IMF in July

Economist Kalpana Kochhar to retire from IMF in July

Rediff.com2 Jun 2021

Indian economist Kalpana Kochhar, who heads the Human Resources Department of the International Monetary Fund, is leaving the organisation to join the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation, the IMF announced on Wednesday. Kochhar, who served in various senior positions during her three decades at the IMF, will retire on July 30, it said.

Hemant Soren weathers BJP blitz, returns to power in Jharkhand

Hemant Soren weathers BJP blitz, returns to power in Jharkhand

Rediff.com24 Nov 2024

In a stunning comeback, Hemant Soren's Jharkhand Mukti Morcha-led alliance on Saturday stormed to power in Jharkhand for a second consecutive term, winning 56 seats in the 81-member assembly, despite an all-out blitz by the Bharatiya Janata Party-led National Democratic Alliance which managed only 24 seats.

Why didn't Dimple, Raveena attend Kalpana Lajmi's funeral?

Why didn't Dimple, Raveena attend Kalpana Lajmi's funeral?

Rediff.com24 Sep 2018

You will always be missed, Kalpana Lajmi.

Lovlina strikes gold at National Games

Lovlina strikes gold at National Games

Rediff.com7 Feb 2025

Tokyo Olympic bronze medalist Lovlina Borgohain clinched the women's 75kg gold at the National Games in Dehradun.

Kamal Haasan: I will miss Kalpana sorely

Kamal Haasan: I will miss Kalpana sorely

Rediff.com28 Jan 2016

'Kalpana's astounding talent and her unassuming demeanor were a study in contrast. To be so talented and yet so grounded requires a sensible head and a compassionate heart. Kalpana had both.' Kamal Haasan pays rich tribute to his late colleague.

Karnal school mourns Kalpana

Karnal school mourns Kalpana

Rediff.com2 Feb 2003

'Jal Jungle Zameen Trumped Roti Beti Mati'

'Jal Jungle Zameen Trumped Roti Beti Mati'

Rediff.com27 Nov 2024

'Jairam Mahto's new party dented the NDA because he pulled a lot of the OBC vote.'

'Voter Is Keeping Centre On Tenterhooks'

'Voter Is Keeping Centre On Tenterhooks'

Rediff.com24 Nov 2024

'If you want to win you need to perform.' 'Governments have found a way to buck anti-incumbency, but one policy intervention will not pay in all elections.'

Kalpana Chawla can never die

Kalpana Chawla can never die

Rediff.com3 Feb 2003

Kalpana Chawla can never die

Rudaali director Kalpana Lajmi in ICU

Rudaali director Kalpana Lajmi in ICU

Rediff.com7 Nov 2017

'Aamir Khan, the Indian Film and Television Directors' Association, Rohit Shetty, Salman Khan, Karan Johar, Alia Bhatt, Soni Razdan, Neena Gupta... have come forward and helped me.'

'Kalpana Chawla is still alive'

'Kalpana Chawla is still alive'

Rediff.com3 Feb 2004

BIG winners and losers in Maharashtra, Jharkhand

BIG winners and losers in Maharashtra, Jharkhand

Rediff.com23 Nov 2024

As the verdict for the Maharashtra and Jharkhand assembly elections is out, here is how some of the big faces fared in the contest.

Ram Navami celebrated across country amid tight security in many states

Ram Navami celebrated across country amid tight security in many states

Rediff.com6 Apr 2025

Temples across Uttar Pradesh were packed with devotees on Sunday for Ram Navami, with Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath leading prayers at the Gorakhnath Temple. Heavy crowds were witnessed at temples in Lucknow, Gorakhpur, and Varanasi, where security was heightened. In Gorakhpur, Adityanath performed the traditional kanya pujan ritual, while in Varanasi, a 51-foot statue of Lord Ram has become a major attraction. The festival was celebrated with enthusiastic fervor across the state.

Lovlina, Thapa lead Assam's charge at National Games

Lovlina, Thapa lead Assam's charge at National Games

Rediff.com6 Feb 2025

Olympic medallist Lovlina Borgohain and six-time Asian champion Shiva Thapa secured impressive victories in their respective boxing bouts at the 38th National Games in Dehradun.

'Kalpana belonged to the universe'

'Kalpana belonged to the universe'

Rediff.com2 Feb 2004

Dev Anand Would Be 101 Today!

Dev Anand Would Be 101 Today!

Rediff.com26 Sep 2024

Did you know Dev Anand worked as a clerk at a salary of Rs 85 before he became an actor?

Modi takes part in Ganpati Puja at CJI Chandrachud's home

Modi takes part in Ganpati Puja at CJI Chandrachud's home

Rediff.com12 Sep 2024

In a video, Chandrachud and his wife Kalpana Das were seen welcoming Modi at their house.

Rudaali director Kalpana Lajmi passes away

Rudaali director Kalpana Lajmi passes away

Rediff.com23 Sep 2018

She was suffering from a chronic kidney disease and liver failure