News for 'M J Akbar'

'The case was meant to create a chilling effect on women that they would not speak out'

'The case was meant to create a chilling effect on women that they would not speak out'

Rediff.com22 Feb 2021

'There are tremendous personal, economic and emotional costs to bear in a case.' 'And those costs were suffered by Priya and Priya alone.' 'Nobody goes happily to court and you wouldn't wish that on anyone.'

PIX: Hrithik, Shatru, Simi celebrate!

PIX: Hrithik, Shatru, Simi celebrate!

Rediff.com4 Jan 2019

Happy birthday Sanjay Khan!

'How can Abdullahs ever leave Kashmir?'

'How can Abdullahs ever leave Kashmir?'

Rediff.com13 Jan 2020

'Dr Abdullah is fine and in good spirits,' says National Conference Lok Sabha MP Mohammad Akbar Lone.

A film named Bastards!

A film named Bastards!

Rediff.com13 Jun 2020

Geethu Mohandas's third film will look at gangsterism from a female gaze.

'Rajputs' target Ekta Kapoor at Jaipur Lit Fest

'Rajputs' target Ekta Kapoor at Jaipur Lit Fest

Rediff.com20 Jan 2014

Balaji Telefilms owner Ekta Kapoor becomes the target of a mob claiming to be members of the Rajput community for depiction of the historical figure of Jodha in her on-air serial titled Jodha Akbar. Sanchari Bhattacharya reports

PIX: Farah Khan Ali celebrates her birthday early

PIX: Farah Khan Ali celebrates her birthday early

Rediff.com22 Dec 2017

It was an early birthday celebration.

Aamir committed a 'moral offence', says BJP

Aamir committed a 'moral offence', says BJP

Rediff.com25 Nov 2015

The BJP on Wednesday sharpened its attack on Aamir Khan for his remarks on intolerance and said the actor blaming the entire country for his own sake is unacceptable.

Fardeen is back!

Fardeen is back!

Rediff.com18 Apr 2019

Fardeen Khan hasn't been seen in these parts for a long time.

About time everyone learns to treat women with respect: Rahul on #MeToo

About time everyone learns to treat women with respect: Rahul on #MeToo

Rediff.com12 Oct 2018

He also said he is happy that the space for those who don't treat women with respect and dignity is closing.

Sindhu comes out in support of #metoo movement

Sindhu comes out in support of #metoo movement

Rediff.com10 Oct 2018

Reputations, especially in Bollywood, took a beating when people such as Tanushree Dutta and Vinta Nanda named Nana Patekar and Alok Nath for alleged misconduct years ago.

Kapil blames India captain, coach for U-19 WC final brawl

Kapil blames India captain, coach for U-19 WC final brawl

Rediff.com14 Feb 2020

Former India captain Kapil Dev termed the unsavoury incident involving India and Bangladesh players after the ICC Under-19 World Cup final in Potchefstroom on Sunday as "horrible", saying cricket is no more a "gentleman's game". The 1983 World Cup-winning India captain urged the Board of Control for Cricket in India to take strong action against the erring cricketers to set an example.

Cricket Buzz: Byju's to be India's new shirt sponsors

Cricket Buzz: Byju's to be India's new shirt sponsors

Rediff.com25 Jul 2019

A source said that the transfer is a "tripartite agreement" between Oppo, Byju's and the BCCI and will be signed on Thursday.

Hrithik's Biggest Hits!

Hrithik's Biggest Hits!

Rediff.com14 Oct 2019

Joginder Tuteja looks at Hrithik's biggest hits over the years.

Pak High Commission invites Kashmiri separatists for Iftar

Pak High Commission invites Kashmiri separatists for Iftar

Rediff.com21 Jun 2016

Akbar said around 30 members belonging to various constituents of the Geelani's faction have been invited by the Pakistan High Commission. They include Geelani, Ashraf Sehrai, Shabir Shah and Nayeem Khan.

Hrithik Roshan's 10 WOW scenes!

Hrithik Roshan's 10 WOW scenes!

Rediff.com11 Jan 2020

On his 46th birthday on January 10, Sukanya Verma lists 10 impressive Hrithik scenes.

Why the Congress is on the back foot

Why the Congress is on the back foot

Rediff.com8 Jul 2020

'Given that the RGF is a family-controlled trust, why would the Congress defend it every time someone accuses it of wrong-doing?' asks Virendra Kapoor.

Kachori seller earning Rs 60 lakh a yr gets tax notice

Kachori seller earning Rs 60 lakh a yr gets tax notice

Rediff.com25 Jun 2019

On May 20, more than half dozen officials from Commercial Tax Department raided Kumar's shop which had been running for the past several years.

Sania's sister dating Azharuddin's son?

Sania's sister dating Azharuddin's son?

Rediff.com7 Mar 2019

The two have been spotted together at a few dos and have been putting up loved up pictures with each other on their social media pages.

Ayesha Takia gives birth to a baby boy

Ayesha Takia gives birth to a baby boy

Rediff.com9 Dec 2013

Here's what your favourite Bollywood celebrities are tweeting.

PIX: Guess who Urmila is partying with?

PIX: Guess who Urmila is partying with?

Rediff.com3 Jun 2019

Baba Siddique's grand Iftar party.

Security of 18 separatists, 155 political persons withdrawn

Security of 18 separatists, 155 political persons withdrawn

Rediff.com20 Feb 2019

This is in addition to the four separatists whose security was withdrawn on Sunday.

Have faith in armed forces, country's honour won't be harmed, says Rajnath

Have faith in armed forces, country's honour won't be harmed, says Rajnath

Rediff.com9 May 2017

The honour of the country would not be harmed under any circumstances, Singh said.

Why does Modi want India's youth to sell pakodas?

Why does Modi want India's youth to sell pakodas?

Rediff.com30 Mar 2018

'Given that he would have a good understanding of how many jobs the economy can create at the moment, was Modi hailing the modest pakoda-seller to infuse some charm in self-employment?' asks Udit Misra.

Student from Hyderabad shot at in US; family seeks help from Sushma Swaraj

Student from Hyderabad shot at in US; family seeks help from Sushma Swaraj

Rediff.com10 Dec 2017

Mohammed Akbar, doing his masters in computer sciences, was injured when a bullet hit his right cheek on December 6.

Why Mughal-e-Azam will never die

Why Mughal-e-Azam will never die

Rediff.com28 Oct 2020

Did you know Nargis was to have played the Madhubala role, but opted out because she has reservations about working with Dilip Kumar? Do you know how Naushad and Shakeel Badayuni came up with the words for the immortal Pyaar Kiya Toh Darna Kya?

Akshay, Hrithik, Tiger: Top 10 At Box Office

Akshay, Hrithik, Tiger: Top 10 At Box Office

Rediff.com2 Jan 2020

Also featuring Salman Khan, Ayushmann Khurana, Shahid Kapoor, Ajay Devgn, Vicky Kaushal, Karthik Aryaan, John Abraham.

'Rajiv Gandhi's legacy is quite inspirational'

'Rajiv Gandhi's legacy is quite inspirational'

Rediff.com21 May 2021

'Some of his decisions were not so good, but his intentions were always guided by a deep national interest.'

Case against Azam Khan for violating poll code

Case against Azam Khan for violating poll code

Rediff.com27 Apr 2019

In his speech on April 25, SP leader Azam Khan allegedly referred to Kargil war and also used religious slogans.

Modi, mines, viprit buddhi

Modi, mines, viprit buddhi

Rediff.com29 Jun 2020

Yes, India needs desperate measures to kick-start growth. But selling off its lungs to the highest bidder to hack away cannot be the way out, says Sumit Bhattacharya.

Under-19 WC final: It's India vs Bangladesh!

Under-19 WC final: It's India vs Bangladesh!

Rediff.com6 Feb 2020

Bangladesh stormed into their maiden ICC Under-19 World Cup final with a comprehensive six-wicket victory over New Zealand, in Potchefstroom, South Africa, on Thursday, setting up the title clash with record four-time champions India.

ICC announces rescheduled qualification path to 2022 U-19 WC

ICC announces rescheduled qualification path to 2022 U-19 WC

Rediff.com13 Dec 2020

The qualification for the 2022 edition of the age-group tournament had been delayed by a year due to COVID-19 pandemic. The remaining five spots will be determined by regional qualification.

Which book-to-screen is YOUR fave? VOTE!

Which book-to-screen is YOUR fave? VOTE!

Rediff.com26 Feb 2021

Sukanya Verma looks at the recent spate of book-to-screen adaptations.

Sorry, folks, the Samosa Is Not Indian

Sorry, folks, the Samosa Is Not Indian

Rediff.com3 Dec 2021

Where paneer came to India from... How sambar got its name... Gulab jamun does not have Indian roots...

5 Cong chiefs from Nehru-Gandhi family, 13 from outside since 1947

5 Cong chiefs from Nehru-Gandhi family, 13 from outside since 1947

Rediff.com24 Aug 2020

The party's history shows that it has had at least 13 presidents from outside the Nehru-Gandhi clan since independence as against five from its first family. Jawaharlal Nehru, Indira Gandhi, Rajiv Gandhi, Sonia Gandhi and Rahul Gandhi have headed the party for the majority of the period since independence.

Get ready for the Third Battle of Panipat!

Get ready for the Third Battle of Panipat!

Rediff.com14 Mar 2018

The historical drama will soon unfold on the big screen.

How did 2020 fare at the box office so far?

How did 2020 fare at the box office so far?

Rediff.com13 Jul 2020

Joginder Tuteja compares the first six months of 2020 with the first six months in 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019

#MeToo: Women compromise for personal gains, says MP BJP MLA

#MeToo: Women compromise for personal gains, says MP BJP MLA

Rediff.com15 Oct 2018

Vice president of Madhya Pradesh Bharatiya Janata Party, Usha Thakur, said Monday that problems like sexual harassment arise because of the compromise with "moral values" and resorting to "short-cuts".

IN PICS: The amazing history of Delhi's Purana Qila

IN PICS: The amazing history of Delhi's Purana Qila

Rediff.com16 Feb 2013

Purana Qila may be a regular weekend haunt for many locals but the history behind the landmark is as fascinating as it is bloody finds out Nirdesh K Singh.

A big reshuffle of Pakistan's generals

A big reshuffle of Pakistan's generals

Rediff.com26 Nov 2020

Keeping trusted men in key positions at Lahore, Rawalpindi and Peshawar has become vital for Bajwa, notes Rana Banerji, who headed the Pakistan desk at the Research and Analysis Wing, India's external intelligence agency.

Hyderabad twin blasts case: 2 Indian Mujahideen operatives convicted

Hyderabad twin blasts case: 2 Indian Mujahideen operatives convicted

Rediff.com4 Sep 2018

The quantum of sentence for the convicted Indian Mujahideen operatives, Aneeq Shafique Sayeed and Mohammed Akbar Ismail, will be announced next Monday.