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Bollywood stars and their WEIRD Fetishes

Bollywood stars and their WEIRD Fetishes

Rediff.com22 Aug 2019

Karan Sanjay Shah looks at Bollywood's interesting obsessions.

Crowd swells at Ghazipur border; over 3,000 security personnel deployed

Crowd swells at Ghazipur border; over 3,000 security personnel deployed

Rediff.com29 Jan 2021

Bharatiya Kisan Union (BKU) supporters stayed put on the Delhi-Meerut Expressway on Friday as the crowd swelled there, notwithstanding the Ghaziabad administration's ultimatum to vacate the UP Gate protest site where security force in large numbers was re-deployed.

Do Salman's cameos really help the films?

Do Salman's cameos really help the films?

Rediff.com9 Jul 2018

Looking forward to Salman's cameo in Shah Rukh Khan's Zero?

PIX: Vivek Oberoi and Spiderman take New Delhi by storm

PIX: Vivek Oberoi and Spiderman take New Delhi by storm

Rediff.com17 Apr 2014

The Amazing Spiderman 2 starring Andrew Garfield and Emma Stone opens in Indian theatres on May 2.

Karvy commodity clients now knock bourses' doors

Karvy commodity clients now knock bourses' doors

Rediff.com23 Dec 2019

Karvy group's commodity broking arm, too, is facing a liquidity crisis because of some issues related to NCDEX, said people in the know.

The man who led to Lalu Prasad's fall

The man who led to Lalu Prasad's fall

Rediff.com4 Oct 2013

Upendranath Biswas, a minister in the Trinamool Congress government in West Bengal, has lent the party an honest and clean image

'Aamir stood beside me through the journey'

'Aamir stood beside me through the journey'

Rediff.com25 Aug 2021

'It was one of the greatest learnings in my life to see someone like the great Amitabh Bachchan go through such a tough phase.' 'He had been there, done it all and really didn't need to prove himself.' 'Yet, he channelised it all and came out with one of his best performances,' Rakeysh Omprakash Mehra tells Savera R Someshwar/Rediff.com in a fascinating conversation about the films he has made and the actors he has worked with.

Fisticuffs in Fortis family as Singhs accuse each other of assault

Fisticuffs in Fortis family as Singhs accuse each other of assault

Rediff.com7 Dec 2018

The relationship between the Singh brothers, erstwhile promoters of Fortis Healthcare, went sour after allegations of fund diversion from the healthcare chain emerged.

Wll Santhosh oust Yediyurappa?

Wll Santhosh oust Yediyurappa?

Rediff.com27 Jun 2020

Yediyurappa is made of sterner stuff and is not going to yield so easily.

My 10 FAVOURITE OTT Shows of 2020

My 10 FAVOURITE OTT Shows of 2020

Rediff.com31 Dec 2020

Home-grown fare, international discoveries, brand new seasons of hugely anticipated series, Sukanya Verma lists her top 10 OTT shows.

Lace, diamond treat as Meghan's wedding gown goes on display

Lace, diamond treat as Meghan's wedding gown goes on display

Rediff.com29 Aug 2018

The exhibition, which will run from October 26 to January 6 next year, will also feature her exquisite veil and a diamond and platinum bandeau tiara, lent to her by The Queen, which will be on public display for the first time.

Coming soon: The Pro Volleyball League

Coming soon: The Pro Volleyball League

Rediff.com29 Nov 2018

'For the first couple of years, it is about building the league.' 'We are positive that the quality of matches will attract eyeballs.'

All reasons why Channel V was once great

All reasons why Channel V was once great

Rediff.com30 Nov 2017

As Star India pulls the plug on Channel V, we take a trip down memory lane.

Trendy, Stylish, Fun! The BEST of Bridal Fashion Week

Trendy, Stylish, Fun! The BEST of Bridal Fashion Week

Rediff.com11 Dec 2013

Ramp wins from the recently-concluded India Bridal Fashion Week. Take a look!

'2 years is fair time for companies to come out of pain'

'2 years is fair time for companies to come out of pain'

Rediff.com17 Sep 2020

'The economy is expected to bounce back and things are expected to recover faster than what we previously thought.'

In Solapur will Bhim-AIMIM combine end national parties' run?

In Solapur will Bhim-AIMIM combine end national parties' run?

Rediff.com15 Apr 2019

'The Dalit vote traditionally went to the Congress, but everyone knows by now that the Congress and the BJP are the same. We all stand united behind Balasaheb (Prakash Ambedkar) this time.'

Ishant in trouble as Sammy seeks apology for racist nickname

Ishant in trouble as Sammy seeks apology for racist nickname

Rediff.com9 Jun 2020

An old social media post by India pacer Ishant Sharma lent credence to former West Indies captain Darren Sammy's allegation that a racist nickname was used to address him during his IPL stint with Sunrisers Hyderabad for which he is now demanding an apology. The two-time T20 World Cup-winning West Indies captain, while commenting on the protests over African-American George Floyd's death in the US, had spoken about being called 'Kalu' while he was in India.

Honda's Manesar operations suspended indefinitely

Honda's Manesar operations suspended indefinitely

Rediff.com12 Nov 2019

Alleging misconduct by its permanent workers, labour unions and contract staff, the plant management informed all stakeholders, through a notice, that starting Monday "normal operations" at the plant are being suspended.

Vivek Oberoi: Not crazy about doing Hollywood films

Vivek Oberoi: Not crazy about doing Hollywood films

Rediff.com21 Apr 2014

Get your lowdown on what's going on in the world of Bollyood.

Ranbir Kapoor to ditch Pepsi for Coke

Ranbir Kapoor to ditch Pepsi for Coke

Rediff.com15 Jan 2019

After Sanju's success, Ranbir has been charging Rs 6 crore to Rs 8 crore per brand per year.

Why India needs politicians like Margaret Thatcher

Why India needs politicians like Margaret Thatcher

Rediff.com23 Apr 2013

We need politicians like Margaret Thatcher, who can articulate economic solutions for the country rather than concentrating on politics alone.

Amitabh, Ajay Devgn, Vidya Balan in Mahabharat

Amitabh, Ajay Devgn, Vidya Balan in Mahabharat

Rediff.com20 Nov 2013

Here's looking at the big stars, who have lent their voices for the animated version of Mahabharat.

Will PMC Bank find salvation?

Will PMC Bank find salvation?

Rediff.com6 Mar 2021

Mired in corruption, politics and with a history of suicides by its hapless depositors, PMC Bank's revival is a challenge very different from Yes Bank and LVB, both for the regulator and the rescuer, observes Tamal Bandyopadhyay.

'Heroines flocked to him, but...'

'Heroines flocked to him, but...'

Rediff.com8 Jul 2021

'... their love was jinxed.' 'His celluloid path to his partner's heart was seldom smooth; it had to contend with greedy relatives and indecisive sweethearts, who were more ready to sacrifice than woo and wed.'

'This is the only way to save the economy today'

'This is the only way to save the economy today'

Rediff.com18 Jan 2020

'I suggest a cut in the GST rates and an infusion of Rs 1.2 trillion into the economy in six months.'

Isinbayeva stirs up a storm over support to Russia's anti-gay law

Isinbayeva stirs up a storm over support to Russia's anti-gay law

Rediff.com16 Aug 2013

Yelena Isinbayeva has lent her support, rather controversially, to the new anti-gay propaganda law in her native Russia and has now received flak for her stand from fellow athletes.

Now, many Mumbaikars can afford a Merc to office

Now, many Mumbaikars can afford a Merc to office

Rediff.com21 Oct 2010

Mercedes, the world famous luxury automobile company, has lent three buses to Brihanmumbai Electric Supply and Transport undertaking in Mumbai to find the road-worthiness of the vehicles on an experimental basis.

Carry on, doctor!

Carry on, doctor!

Rediff.com30 Mar 2015

Rajesh Pratap Singh probably had his tongue firmly in cheek when he showcased his hospital-ward-on-the-runway collection.

Threat of demolition still hounds 300,000 Delhi slum-dwellers

Threat of demolition still hounds 300,000 Delhi slum-dwellers

Rediff.com19 Sep 2020

'The people, media and politicians are ready to listen to the troubles of Kangana Ranaut, but we are unwanted lives in the heart of Delhi.' Shine Jacob reports.

Payment hiccups worries L&T Infra Finance

Payment hiccups worries L&T Infra Finance

Rediff.com28 Mar 2013

Five to eight per cent of projects from the loan portfolio of L&T Infrastructure Finance face a payment problem, says its chief executive officer, Suneet K Maheshwari.

How govt plans to mobilise 25,000 tonnes of 'idle gold'

How govt plans to mobilise 25,000 tonnes of 'idle gold'

Rediff.com14 Sep 2017

The options include involving jewellers as collection centres, addressing of issues that banks have been facing and using domestically available gold for giving metal loans to jewellers for domestic sales.

MOST SUCCESSFUL Doctors in the Movies

MOST SUCCESSFUL Doctors in the Movies

Rediff.com18 Jun 2019

Looking at the most popular doctors, thanks to the movies that have made them hits.

In PHOTOS: When political drama unfolded at the Oscars

In PHOTOS: When political drama unfolded at the Oscars

Rediff.com26 Feb 2013

Politics has lent to the Academy Awards some of its most memorable and controversial moments, reports Politico. Here's a look at the political happenings at Dolby (Kodak) theatre in recent years.

Tejashwi Yadav: Novice who gave veterans a run for their money

Tejashwi Yadav: Novice who gave veterans a run for their money

Rediff.com11 Nov 2020

The 2020 assembly polls marked the coming of age of a politician who valiantly went down fighting an army of battle-hardened veterans.

Modi blames Congress's 'phone-a-loan scheme' for NPA crisis

Modi blames Congress's 'phone-a-loan scheme' for NPA crisis

Rediff.com1 Sep 2018

He said while the previous UPA government hid the bad loans, his government has properly recognised them and brought tough laws to deal with defaults and recovery money.

At 21 she is a successful dubbing artiste!

At 21 she is a successful dubbing artiste!

Rediff.com3 Jul 2013

Priya Adivarekar who has been dubbing for films since she was eight, talks about her journey so far and how life has changed for her.

'Bad laws make for bad governance'

'Bad laws make for bad governance'

Rediff.com10 Jun 2019

Watch: Judge Gautam Patel delivers the first J B D'Souza Memorial lecture.

Veteran singer PB Srinivas passes away

Veteran singer PB Srinivas passes away

Rediff.com15 Apr 2013

The 82-year-old veteran playback singer died after a brief illness at his CIT Nagar residence in Chennai.

'Dissent is not treason': Veterans write open letter to PM Modi

'Dissent is not treason': Veterans write open letter to PM Modi

Rediff.com31 Jul 2017

The 114 veterans wrote that issues like vigilantism and "targeting of Muslims and Dalits" have "compelled" them to pen the letter

The many PROBLEMS with a BRICS bank

The many PROBLEMS with a BRICS bank

Rediff.com1 Apr 2013

The BRICS bank is simply too expensive a proposition for a group of developing countries that includes many who are already overspending domestically.