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'Destitution and starvation will go...'

'Destitution and starvation will go...'

Rediff.com28 Jul 2023

'We cannot leave our entire unorganised sector to the vagaries of market forces.'

K'taka poll is not about you: Rahul on PM's 'abused 91 times' charge

K'taka poll is not about you: Rahul on PM's 'abused 91 times' charge

Rediff.com1 May 2023

'You (Modi) come here and don't even take the name of your Chief Minister (Basavaraj Bommai) and (B S) Yediyurappa (former CM). Your speeches are all about Narendra Modi'

The Man Who Made Shah Rukh Dance

The Man Who Made Shah Rukh Dance

Rediff.com7 Sep 2023

Today, Anirudh Ravichander's name on a film's poster is enough to pull in audiences, notes Arjun Menon.

As Sidda-DKS take guard, Lingayats, Dalits jostle for key posts

As Sidda-DKS take guard, Lingayats, Dalits jostle for key posts

Rediff.com18 May 2023

Multiple challenges, particularly with regard to cabinet formation, stare at Siddaramaiah as he takes over as the new chief minister of Karnataka, nudging out party colleague and state Congress president D K Shivakumar -- who will now be his deputy.

UK minister Rishi Sunak releases 5-pound Gandhi coin to mark Diwali

UK minister Rishi Sunak releases 5-pound Gandhi coin to mark Diwali

Rediff.com4 Nov 2021

Available in a range of standards, including gold and silver, the special collectors' coin is designed by Heena Glover and features an image of a lotus, India's national flower, alongside one of Gandhi's most famous quotes -- "My life is my message".

IS-linked accused worked for Caliphate, Sharia law in India: K'taka police

IS-linked accused worked for Caliphate, Sharia law in India: K'taka police

Rediff.com23 Sep 2022

Shivamogga superintendent of police BM Lakshmi Prasad said the arrested persons were working towards fulfilling these ideologies in the country.

Lessons Congress Learnt From Karnataka Win

Lessons Congress Learnt From Karnataka Win

Rediff.com14 Jun 2023

It should announce its candidates 45 days before the elections; trust rooted leaders; start its campaign focused on five guarantees six months before elections.

Kriti-Pulkit Party With Taapsee

Kriti-Pulkit Party With Taapsee

Rediff.com21 Oct 2022

Taapsee Pannu has many reasons to party.

Inspiring! Newspaper Vendor To Teacher

Inspiring! Newspaper Vendor To Teacher

Rediff.com29 Mar 2023

Bidyasagar Behera used to sell newspapers for a living. But that did not stop him from pursuing his education.

Citi joins list of foreign banks scaling down India ops

Citi joins list of foreign banks scaling down India ops

Rediff.com1 Mar 2023

Citibank on Wednesday joined the list of foreign banks that have exited retail banking business in India. Mumbai-based Axis Bank completed acquisition of Citigroup's consumer business for Rs 11,603 crore. Under the deal, Axis acquired consumer banking businesses of Citibank India, which includes credit cards, retail banking, wealth management and consumer loans.

Meetha Khazana: Diwali Recipes From All Over India

Meetha Khazana: Diwali Recipes From All Over India

Rediff.com9 Nov 2023

Diwali is a season in India for sweet-making. A treasure of traditional Diwali recipes from all corners of our India.

Kharge's son, Lingayat leader part of Siddaramaiah's govt

Kharge's son, Lingayat leader part of Siddaramaiah's govt

Rediff.com20 May 2023

According to sources in the Congress, eight legislators are likely to be sworn in as ministers along with them.

Sidda, DKS finalise cabinet with Cong high command, likely to have 20 ministers

Sidda, DKS finalise cabinet with Cong high command, likely to have 20 ministers

Rediff.com19 May 2023

Karnataka chief minister-designate Siddaramaiah and deputy chief minister-designate D K Shivakumar on Friday discussed the modalities of cabinet formation in the state with the party leadership in Delhi and are learnt to have shortlisted some names of ministers and their portfolios.

Gyanvapi mosque committee files objection to underground survey

Gyanvapi mosque committee files objection to underground survey

Rediff.com2 Nov 2022

The lawyers of the Hindu side sought time for filing their counter-objection, following which the court of district judge A K Vishvesha fixed November 11 as the next date of hearing in the matter.

Drama scripted by KCR, says BJP on poaching allegations

Drama scripted by KCR, says BJP on poaching allegations

Rediff.com27 Oct 2022

Rejecting the charge that his party was trying to poach Telangana Rashtra Samiti MLAs, Telangana Bharatiya Janata Party chief Bandi Sanjay Kumar on Wednesday said that Chief Minister K Chandrashekar Rao has scripted the raids at a farmhouse and demanded a probe by a sitting judge.

Which Banks Should You Keep Your Money?

Which Banks Should You Keep Your Money?

Rediff.com3 Apr 2023

Be wary of co-operative banks which have historically been most vulnerable.

'I am confident we will win Oscar too'

'I am confident we will win Oscar too'

Rediff.com13 Jan 2023

'I feel I am in a dream that I don't want to wake up from.'

Why The Royals Gathered in Dilli

Why The Royals Gathered in Dilli

Rediff.com7 Nov 2022

Some of India's best-known royals gathered in New Delhi to watch the final of the Sir Pratap Singh Polo Cup, which is named after Sir Pratap Singh, the man credited with the foundation of modern polo in India.

Janhvi Kapoor gets playful in the khet!

Janhvi Kapoor gets playful in the khet!

Rediff.com4 Feb 2021

Bollywood's actresses turn on the charm.

Rahul addresses poll rally in Karnataka's Kolar; targets Adani, Modi

Rahul addresses poll rally in Karnataka's Kolar; targets Adani, Modi

Rediff.com16 Apr 2023

It was in Kolar in 2019, during Lok Sabha election campaigning, that he made a remark on the Modi surname for which he was convicted of criminal defamation and stripped of his Parliament membership last month.

What will you cook for Kamala Harris?

What will you cook for Kamala Harris?

Rediff.com23 Jan 2021

Padma Lakshmi cooked Tamarind Rice. What would be your choice?

Channelling Saraswathi, Lakshmi and Durga!

Channelling Saraswathi, Lakshmi and Durga!

Rediff.com4 May 2010

After a 10-year gap, Gowthami returns, but this time to the small screen with the Tamil serial Abhirami.

5 prominent Indian-Americans to contest Nov 8 US Congress midterm polls

5 prominent Indian-Americans to contest Nov 8 US Congress midterm polls

Rediff.com5 Nov 2022

The four incumbents -- Ami Bera, Raja Krishnamoorthi, Ro Khanna and Pramila Jayapal -- are likely to be re-elected. All four are from the Democratic party.

Gautham Karthik, Lakshmi Menon in Sippai

Gautham Karthik, Lakshmi Menon in Sippai

Rediff.com4 Jun 2013

Sippai is directed by Saravanan of Silambattam fame.

Ronnie Screwvala-led upGrad to hire 1,400 amid edtech sector turbulence

Ronnie Screwvala-led upGrad to hire 1,400 amid edtech sector turbulence

Rediff.com23 Nov 2022

At a time when there is a growing number of edtech companies laying off employees in a bid to conserve cash and focus on profitability amid a funding winter, Ronnie Screwvala-led upGrad is expanding its facilities and hiring talent. The company plans to hire over 1400 team members between November 2022 and March 2023 in India and at offices outside the country. upGrad has also signed new leases in the past few months for 335,000 sq ft of space across four cities -- Mumbai, Bengaluru, Pune and Noida.

Congress back in game with 'booster dose'

Congress back in game with 'booster dose'

Rediff.com13 May 2023

The Congress victory in Karnataka, its first big state since 2018, puts the party back in the game for general elections as it re-establishes primacy in the opposition space that is currently vastly fragmented despite efforts to cobble up a united front against the BJP.

Can mining baron's new party make a dent in K'taka poll?

Can mining baron's new party make a dent in K'taka poll?

Rediff.com28 Apr 2023

Janardhana Reddy said he has not launched it with the objective of becoming CM right away in 2023.

Ganpati, Durga, Lakshmi to the rescue of India Inc!

Ganpati, Durga, Lakshmi to the rescue of India Inc!

Rediff.com4 Sep 2017

Brands in India are finding newer, more innovative ways to engage with a wider audience during festivals. But they still have a long way to go before they match global campaigns.

What's That Look on Kajol's Face?

What's That Look on Kajol's Face?

Rediff.com17 Jul 2022

Swastika's fitness mantra... Lakshmi's cool pic... And Sharad's romantic one...

Meet Andhericha Raja!

Meet Andhericha Raja!

Rediff.com3 Sep 2022

The idol was first installed in Andheri, north west Mumbai, in 1996.

How Does One Say Goodbye To Satish Kaushik?

How Does One Say Goodbye To Satish Kaushik?

Rediff.com9 Mar 2023

'He didn't have a single mean bone in his body.' 'He never had a negative word about anybody, not even those who harmed him.'

Miheeka wins Bhallaladeva's heart

Miheeka wins Bhallaladeva's heart

Rediff.com13 May 2020

Producer Suresh Daggubati, Rana's dad, has hinted that the wedding may happen in December.

Vietnem Open: Praneeth knocked out

Vietnem Open: Praneeth knocked out

Rediff.com28 Sep 2022

Harshit Aggarwal defeated Mongolia's Batdavaa Munkhbat 21-15, 21-13 to be pitted against Japan's third seed Kodai Naraoka in the third round.

With 'Jai Mata Di' chants, Rahul attacks BJP-RSS in Jammu

With 'Jai Mata Di' chants, Rahul attacks BJP-RSS in Jammu

Rediff.com10 Sep 2021

'The feeling of love, brotherhood and composite culture exists among you all. I feel sad that the RSS and BJP are trying to break this culture,' Gandhi said in his address to Congress office-bearers and workers at a party function in Jammu on the second day of his two-day visit to Jammu.

What does Sunny Leone smell like?

What does Sunny Leone smell like?

Rediff.com19 Sep 2021

Madhuri misses the beach... Sharad is ready for the weekend...

20 seats to watch out for as Karnataka heads to polls

20 seats to watch out for as Karnataka heads to polls

Rediff.com29 Mar 2023

For the May 10 assembly elections in Karnataka, the following are the 20 seats to watch out for.

Biden nominates Indian-American lawyer Rich Verma to top diplomatic post

Biden nominates Indian-American lawyer Rich Verma to top diplomatic post

Rediff.com24 Dec 2022

Verma, 54, who served as a former US ambassador to India from January 16, 2015, to January 20, 2017 is currently the chief legal officer and head of global public policy at Mastercard.

'Anthropologically' gods don't belong to upper caste: JNU VC

'Anthropologically' gods don't belong to upper caste: JNU VC

Rediff.com22 Aug 2022

The JNU VC said the "status of shudras given to women in Manusmriti" makes it extraordinarily regressive.

Finally, two actors stand up for Rhea Chakraborty

Finally, two actors stand up for Rhea Chakraborty

Rediff.com31 Aug 2020

'I can only imagine the pain the entire family is going through with these so-called media trials.'

Behind the sweep: What worked for Congress in Karnataka

Behind the sweep: What worked for Congress in Karnataka

Rediff.com14 May 2023

The Congress, by and large, focused on local issues in this election and its campaign also was run by state leaders initially.