News for 'Maa'

NZ beat Australia to advance to Rugby World Cup final

NZ beat Australia to advance to Rugby World Cup final

Rediff.com16 Oct 2011

Scumhalf Piri Weepu kicked 12 points for New Zealand as they recorded a 20-6 victory over Australia on Sunday to advance to the rugby World Cup final against France next week.

'I have nothing to do with politics'

'I have nothing to do with politics'

Rediff.com24 Mar 2021

'Some people get really angry when I talk about nationalism or when I share my opinion on farm laws.'

Nithyananda charged with rape, unnatural sex

Nithyananda charged with rape, unnatural sex

Rediff.com29 Nov 2010

The 430-page chargesheet filed before Ramanagara chief judicial magistrate on November 27 has named Nithyananda, Nithya Bhaktananda, Nithya Sachidananda, Nithya Sachidananda and Maa Sachidananda alias Ragini on the basis of two FIRs filed against them, a CID statement said on Monday

Diwali relief for viewers: Zee, Star, Colors drop prices

Diwali relief for viewers: Zee, Star, Colors drop prices

Rediff.com12 Oct 2019

The move by these broadcasters comes close on the heels of the Telecom Regulatory Authority of India announcing a review of its earlier tariff order, announced six months ago, which among others capped the prices for la carte channels.

The battle of the mothers begins

The battle of the mothers begins

Rediff.com12 Jan 2011

Pooja Bedi and Anuradha Nigam, who kick off the show, Maa Exchange share their experience.

26 killed as bus plunges into river in MP

26 killed as bus plunges into river in MP

Rediff.com1 Aug 2011

At least 26 persons were killed and 15 others missing after a private bus fell into the swollen Barna river off a bridge in Raisen district of Madhya Pradesh on Monday.

Full Text: President's joint address to both houses of Parliament

Full Text: President's joint address to both houses of Parliament

Rediff.com31 Jan 2022

Here's the full text of President's Ram Nath Kovind's address to the joint sitting of both houses of Parliament on the first of Budget Session 2022.

The Glam Moms of Bollywood

The Glam Moms of Bollywood

Rediff.com11 Aug 2010

Gone are the days when playing Maa on screen implied cooking gajar ka halwa or sporting dull cotton saris with her hair tied indifferently in a serious bun.

Simi Garewal: Buddhi Hogi Teri Ma?

Simi Garewal: Buddhi Hogi Teri Ma?

Rediff.com14 Jun 2011

Here's what your favourite celebrities are tweeting.

TMC to counter BJP's Hindutva with 'Bengali Pride'

TMC to counter BJP's Hindutva with 'Bengali Pride'

Rediff.com30 Nov 2020

The Mamata Banerjee-led party, which has often been mocked by opponents for not having a well-defined ideological plank, seems to have finally found its calling in Bengali sub-nationalism, as a section of top party leaders feel only an 'inclusive message of regionalism, which the Bengalis can identify with, will counter the aggressive nationalism and Hindutva practised by the saffron camp'.

The changing face of Bollywood's stepmoms

The changing face of Bollywood's stepmoms

Rediff.com1 Sep 2010

Is it the end of the sauteli maa syndrome? Here's a look.

Music review: We Are Family is not good enough!

Music review: We Are Family is not good enough!

Rediff.com9 Aug 2010

Shankar-Ehsaan-Loy are known to devise penetrating score with memorable results like Tanhayee (Dil Chahta Hai), Maa (Taare Zameen Par), Kitni baatein (Lakshya), Kal Ho Naa Ho (KHNH). But barring a couple of heartfelt creations, their effort in We Are Family is nowhere close to this afore-mentioned legacy.

Kamalinee: I just go with my instincts

Kamalinee: I just go with my instincts

Rediff.com4 Aug 2010

Kamalinee Mukherjee talks about her recently released Telugu film, Maa Annayya Bangaram, being choosy about films and her future projects.

Sachin pads up for his big screen debut

Sachin pads up for his big screen debut

Rediff.com14 Apr 2017

'I am a private person but over time I have figured there are certain things people want to see, which people want to know.'

'I told my daughter not to cry'

'I told my daughter not to cry'

Rediff.com23 Feb 2011

Actresses Juhi Parmar and Gauri Tonk share their Maa Exchange experience.

What ails Railways under Mamata

What ails Railways under Mamata

Rediff.com8 Sep 2010

A K Bhattacharya says that the Indian Railways has a lot to worry about these days.

Visiting mom? Share your pictures with us!

Visiting mom? Share your pictures with us!

Rediff.com17 Sep 2014

Because really, there isn't anything quite like being with her, is there? :-)

BJP pits Sadhvi Pragya against Cong's Digvijay Singh

BJP pits Sadhvi Pragya against Cong's Digvijay Singh

Rediff.com17 Apr 2019

Arrested in the 2008 Malegaon blast case, she was given a clean chit by the National Investigation Agency, but the trial court refused to discharge her from the case.

Baaghi 3 review

Baaghi 3 review

Rediff.com6 Mar 2020

Baaghi 3 is a senseless beast of a movie that solely exists to rupture the screen in images of broken, blasting, blaring men or machines flying mid-air and slow motion, feels Sukanya Verma.

Athiti does well, Road, Movie below par

Athiti does well, Road, Movie below par

Rediff.com8 Mar 2010

Trade Analyst Vinod Mirani gives the Box Office verdict.

Sanjay Dutt-Maanyata share Ganpati pictures

Sanjay Dutt-Maanyata share Ganpati pictures

Rediff.com14 Sep 2018

Ganpati Bappa Morya!

PIX: Priyanka, Tiger celebrate Earth Day!

PIX: Priyanka, Tiger celebrate Earth Day!

Rediff.com23 Apr 2020

Bollywood stars continue to post pictures with lovely messages on Earth Day.

#PujaPics: Have you seen a Durga idol so beautiful?

#PujaPics: Have you seen a Durga idol so beautiful?

Rediff.com10 Oct 2016

Rediff readers tell us how they are celebrating the festival.

When I went scuba diving in the Maldives

When I went scuba diving in the Maldives

Rediff.com18 Dec 2019

Chiranjeev Lalwani, who has attempted over 70 dives, shares his experience of scuba diving in the Maldives.

Taking the Telugu TV world by storm

Taking the Telugu TV world by storm

Rediff.com22 Mar 2010

Omkar Nuthalapati who hosts shows like Aata 5 and Challenge -- The Ultimate Reality is nothing short of a celebrity.

Directing Nagarjuna in Kedi

Directing Nagarjuna in Kedi

Rediff.com10 Feb 2010

Kiran Kumar on his Telugu directorial debut.

India's controversial 'messengers of God'

India's controversial 'messengers of God'

Rediff.com25 Aug 2017

A look at few gurus who have attracted controversy in recent times.

Meet the New-Age Bollywood Mom

Meet the New-Age Bollywood Mom

Rediff.com11 May 2020

'Mothers as characters may have the same problems as they had years ago.' 'But what's refreshing is how they are becoming more accepting towards the changes in society.'

Different Indias on a flight to Bikaner

Different Indias on a flight to Bikaner

Rediff.com15 Jun 2019

The flight seemed crammed with groups of friends from Delhi and Mumbai. They spoke in the accented English of the privileged, threw abuse about freely, and talked loudly throughout the one-and-a-half-hour flight. While the excited group kept up their chatter, another quieter group went about its business with just as much efficiency, says Kishore Singh.

Mom and me: 'You live in our hearts'

Mom and me: 'You live in our hearts'

Rediff.com4 May 2016

Readers share their special photographs with their mothers.

PIX: Divyanka Tripathi, Karan Mehra attend Star Parivaar awards

PIX: Divyanka Tripathi, Karan Mehra attend Star Parivaar awards

Rediff.com28 Apr 2016

A look at the star arrivals.

'I've seen him return checks worth crores'

'I've seen him return checks worth crores'

Rediff.com18 Jun 2020

'He was intelligent beyond belief and some of you can barely read.' 'And you know what? He didn't care about all of you or your dumb opinions then.' 'He won't care any less now.' 'But I do.' 'Protecting his legacy is important to me.'

'In 10 minutes there were dead bodies everywhere at CST'

'In 10 minutes there were dead bodies everywhere at CST'

Rediff.com27 Nov 2009

A 26/11 survivor who saw the massacres at Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus recounts a tale of horror.

Thousands bid tearful farewell to Mahasweta Devi

Thousands bid tearful farewell to Mahasweta Devi

Rediff.com29 Jul 2016

Thousands of people from all walks of life on Friday filed past the body of Mahasweta Devi to pay their last respects.

Award winning teen actor can't watch his film

Award winning teen actor can't watch his film

Rediff.com5 Feb 2010

Shams Patel, the winner of the National award as best child artist for his role in Thanks Maa, would not be able to watch it in a theatre as the movie has been awarded 'A' certificate by the Censor Board.

Sonakshi, Swara or Sayani: Who wore it better?

Sonakshi, Swara or Sayani: Who wore it better?

Rediff.com15 Mar 2017

One outfit. Three celebrities. Tell us who wore it better.

Which actress makes the best filmi mom?

Which actress makes the best filmi mom?

Rediff.com7 May 2009

Tell us!

The Mahabharat from Duryodhan's view

The Mahabharat from Duryodhan's view

Rediff.com24 Nov 2018

Puneet Issar tells the story of Mahabharata from the eyes of its greatest villain.

EC issues show cause notice to Gujarat BJP MLA

EC issues show cause notice to Gujarat BJP MLA

Rediff.com26 Oct 2007

The EC said that Pradeep Singh Jadeja, MLA, had printed pamphlets showing photograph of himself and the chief minister with the BJP symbol Lotus alongside the picture of 'Maa Amba'.

Movies: Best of the week

Movies: Best of the week

Rediff.com10 Apr 2006

A selection of the week's finest movies stories.