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Why did a US senator warn Modi against Putin?

Why did a US senator warn Modi against Putin?

Rediff.com25 Aug 2020

'Washington senses that the anchor sheet of India's strategic autonomy lies in its longstanding partnership with Russia, which remains firm and immutable despite the changes in world politics in the post-Cold War era,' notes Ambassador M K Bhadrakumar.<

Manu Sharma springs a surprise, returns to Tihar

Manu Sharma springs a surprise, returns to Tihar

Rediff.com10 Nov 2009

Manu Sharma, convicted in the Jessica Lall murder case, on Tuesday returned to Tihar Jail before the expiry of his parole, following mounting criticism that he violated parole norms.Sharma, 32, whose two-month parole period was set to expire on November 22, reported to the jail authorities at approximately 11:45 am. Sharma, who was released from jail on September 22 on the ground of his mother's illness, was reportedly spotted in a nightclub in a hotel in Delhi.

Big B lends his voice for 26/11 tragedy tribute

Big B lends his voice for 26/11 tragedy tribute

Rediff.com3 Nov 2009

The 67-year-old actor was asked by singer Sonu Nigam to be a part of the song which has been composed to support the cause.

Bobby Fischer, the greatest chess player ever

Bobby Fischer, the greatest chess player ever

Rediff.com3 Feb 2020

He possessed an IQ of 180, higher than Albert Einstein's, but his life and career took unexpectedly bizarre routes. Dhruv Munjal salutes the strange genius of Bobby Fischer.

Why politicians are keeping away from CAA protests

Why politicians are keeping away from CAA protests

Rediff.com31 Jan 2020

Why are the protesters still on their own and why are political parties abstaining from joining this mass movement? Aakar Patel explains.

Some basic facts about mutual funds

Some basic facts about mutual funds

Rediff.com14 May 2009

Investing in a mutual fund allows you to minimise risk and maximise returns, because it acts as a middle man for a group of investors with a shared and predefined investment objective. If your main objective is security in investment but you don't know how to begin, a mutual fund is one way to go.

Car loans rise 18% to Rs 33,000 crore in 2009-10

Car loans rise 18% to Rs 33,000 crore in 2009-10

Rediff.com21 Apr 2010

Leading banks lent 18 per cent more to car buyers in 2009-10 at Rs 33,000 crore, compared with Rs 28,000 crore in the previous year.

Lakme Fashion Week kicks off with a bang

Lakme Fashion Week kicks off with a bang

Rediff.com30 Mar 2016

Manish Malhotra gave it a blazing start with Jacqueline Fernandez and Arjun Kapoor as his showstoppers.

Kotak Mahindra Bank opposes Subhiksha's merger

Kotak Mahindra Bank opposes Subhiksha's merger

Rediff.com17 Apr 2009

Beleaguered retail chain Subhiksha on Friday said Kotak Mahindra Bank, which had lent Rs 40 crore (Rs 400 million) to it, on Friday objected to merger of the company with city-based Blue Green Constructions and Investments Ltd.

With a bang! Sabyasachi inaugurates LFW

With a bang! Sabyasachi inaugurates LFW

Rediff.com18 Mar 2015

The design maestro revealed his newest line in Mumbai and with it the 15th year celebration of Lakme Fashion Week took off!

Waugh at Aus nets; praises India pacers

Waugh at Aus nets; praises India pacers

Rediff.com27 Oct 2008

Former Australia captain Steve Waugh says Indian bowling has come off age. 'It was all about India's spin bowling, but now Zaheer Khan and Ishant Sharma are doing well. They are good at reverse swing and India always had quality spinners.'

Short selling: Sebi lets off FIIs with warning

Short selling: Sebi lets off FIIs with warning

Rediff.com23 Oct 2008

However, the regulator dealt with the FIIs on expected lines and the meeting was over without Sebi spelling out any action against 'dubious' short sellers. Earlier on October 17, Sebi had written to all the PN-issuing FIIs to submit the data for stocks lent overseas in 2008 so far by October 23.

Pics: 7 hotties who wore black like a BOSS

Pics: 7 hotties who wore black like a BOSS

Rediff.com3 Jun 2016

A look at celebrities who looked hot and happening in black!

Meet 2017's Highest Paid Actress

Meet 2017's Highest Paid Actress

Rediff.com17 Aug 2017

These gals are laughing all the way the the bank!

Maharashtra: 'Encounter specialist' Daya Nayak suspended

Maharashtra: 'Encounter specialist' Daya Nayak suspended

Rediff.com2 Jul 2015

A government official said that Daya Nayak had been suspended. He, however, declined to comment on what led to this development.

Explained: How P2P lending can help us

Explained: How P2P lending can help us

Rediff.com2 Jun 2020

'As banks grapple with risk aversion and savers see an erosion in the value of money, the P2P platform can be a win-win for both borrowers and lenders,' notes Tamal Bandyopadhyay.

Why desis supported Trumpism

Why desis supported Trumpism

Rediff.com14 Nov 2020

In this moment there has to be honest acknowledgement of how so many in our community willingly voted for another four years of Trump, based on the morally flimsiest of reasons, points out Suleman Din.

Sridevi's IMMORTAL onscreen avatars

Sridevi's IMMORTAL onscreen avatars

Rediff.com25 Feb 2018

Sridevi's memorable filmi avatars...

Coach defends having Uthappa as RCB's keeper

Coach defends having Uthappa as RCB's keeper

Rediff.com21 Apr 2009

Royal Challengers Bangalore's decision to make Robin Uthappa the wicket-keeper despite having a specialist in Mark Boucher has lent balance to the side, feels coach Ray Jennings, who says the seasoned South African may have to sit out more if the experiment goes well.

RBI cautions banks over realty loans

RBI cautions banks over realty loans

Rediff.com12 Dec 2008

Asks lenders to make sure that end use of advances to commercial real estate.

Royal wedding dresses from around the world

Royal wedding dresses from around the world

Rediff.com17 May 2018

Will Meghan Markle's wedding dress match up to these?

Wish Lata Mangeshkar!

Wish Lata Mangeshkar!

Rediff.com28 Sep 2007

Lata Mangaeshkar turns 81 today on September 29.

Exclusive: Surya on Vaaranam Aayiram, Ghajini

Exclusive: Surya on Vaaranam Aayiram, Ghajini

Rediff.com14 Nov 2008

I am eagerly awaiting Ghajini's release. I am sure it will be 200 percent better than the Tamil version. The Aamir Khan factor is a big difference. They have got so much time to shoot the film. Thus, Murugadoss has the chance and the time to rectify any mistakes he would have committed in the Tamil version, says Suriya

PIX: Inside the world's most famous football stadium

PIX: Inside the world's most famous football stadium

Rediff.com24 Sep 2018

The Bernabeu is one of football's most iconic grounds, thanks to its imposing appearance, illustrious history and all the drama that has taken place on its hallowed turf.

PIX: Amitabh, Priyanka, Sonakshi sign up for Swachh Bharat

PIX: Amitabh, Priyanka, Sonakshi sign up for Swachh Bharat

Rediff.com15 Dec 2014

The Bollywood brigade joins Amitabh Bachchan for a noble cause.

Lisa totally owns the runway

Lisa totally owns the runway

Rediff.com4 Apr 2016

The stunner sauntered down the runway glowing in a heavy duty Rockstar gown for designer Monisha Jaisingh. Take a look!

Why's Pune so HOT?

Why's Pune so HOT?

Rediff.com26 Sep 2016

Presenting celebrity showstoppers who scorched the ramp at the Pune Fashion Week 2016.

Rajiv Kochhar's Avista Advisory earned Rs 300 crore in the last four years

Rajiv Kochhar's Avista Advisory earned Rs 300 crore in the last four years

Rediff.com18 Apr 2018

Avista helped some companies restructure their debt in such a way that overseas investors had to take a steep haircut

What SC said on Section 377

What SC said on Section 377

Rediff.com7 Sep 2018

Delivering a landmark judgment decriminalising gay consensual sex, Chief Justice of India Dipak Misra said: "I am what I am. So take me as I am." Homosexuality is no longer a crime in India, five Supreme Court judges on Thursday ruled in a consensus judgment.

Reliance retail's exit policy: Good or bad?

Reliance retail's exit policy: Good or bad?

Rediff.com1 Oct 2007

The company sacked nearly 900 employees and shelved its investment plans in the state, which included nearly 200 Reliance Fresh stores over three years and a back-end logistics chain.

Support pours for Manipur's fasting activist

Support pours for Manipur's fasting activist

Rediff.com13 Sep 2007

The solidarity demonstration and the fast is being organised by rights activists to attract global glare on the unabated human rights violation in the conflict zone of the Northeast by security forces empowered by the AFSPA.

Monali sings MJ's Earth song

Monali sings MJ's Earth song

Rediff.com2 Jul 2009

The singer pays tribute to the pop icon.

PIX: Tabu, Jaya Prada, Zeenat Aman cheer Asha Bhosle!

PIX: Tabu, Jaya Prada, Zeenat Aman cheer Asha Bhosle!

Rediff.com9 Sep 2016

A look at the film folk who attended the Zee Classic Timeless Asha concert.

Money sent to parents in India is tax-free

Money sent to parents in India is tax-free

Rediff.com5 Jun 2009

A N Shanbhag, the highly respected investment guru, and his son Sandeep Shanbhag, answers your questions on NRI investment.

'Modi has wasted his time with religious things'

'Modi has wasted his time with religious things'

Rediff.com16 Jan 2020

'Outside investors don't want to get tangled up in a religious war.'

Did Tamannaah dress like Michael Jackson?

Did Tamannaah dress like Michael Jackson?

Rediff.com4 Jun 2017

The good, bad and ugly looks from the celebrity circus.

ULFA trying to set up base in Bhutan

ULFA trying to set up base in Bhutan

Rediff.com9 Apr 2008

Police on Tuesday recovered 30 grenades along with equal number of explosives laden in an auto rickshaw that was coming from Daranga Mela on the India-Bhutan border in Baksa district of Assam to Ghograpar in Nalbari district where some ULFA militants were awaiting the consignment. Police, which intercepted the auto rickshaw midway near Bhutan bus stop at Rangiya in Kamrup district, arrested two suspected ULFA militants.

Dalit face Parameshwara finally makes it to Deputy CM's post

Dalit face Parameshwara finally makes it to Deputy CM's post

Rediff.com23 May 2018

The longest-serving state party president since October 2010, Parameshwara has remained a hardcore loyalist of the party ever since his political debut through the Congress.

NBFC lending to real estate sector down 48% in FY19

NBFC lending to real estate sector down 48% in FY19

Rediff.com25 Jul 2019

this move by the government is likely to iron out the current challenges for the NBFCs and in turn help the real estate sector.

When Amitabh Bachchan's singing debut almost didn't happen

When Amitabh Bachchan's singing debut almost didn't happen

Rediff.com10 Jun 2015

The Big B remembered the film on his blog.