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What Gandhi's Passport Application Looked Like

What Gandhi's Passport Application Looked Like

Rediff.com4 days ago

Gandhi's 1931 passport for his travel to London was issued in Bombay. It was the last time the Mahatma travelled abroad.

RSS had no role in Hyderabad liberation, says Priyank Kharge; slams BJP

RSS had no role in Hyderabad liberation, says Priyank Kharge; slams BJP

Rediff.com15 Aug 2026

Karnataka home minister Priyank Kharge on Saturday rejected Bharatiya Janata Party leader B L Santhosh's claim that Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh workers had protected his (Kharge's) family from Razakars during Hyderabad state's integration with India, saying that his family and people of the region were protected by Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel, Jawaharlal Nehru and the Indian Army.

Social media being used for anti-India conspiracies: Adityanath

Social media being used for anti-India conspiracies: Adityanath

Rediff.com9 Aug 2026

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath has accused anti-India forces of using social media to spread rumours and mislead society, calling it a 'medium' for conspiracies against the country. He also criticised the alleged historical neglect of Indian revolutionaries in favour of one political family.

Vaani, Mithila, Nawaz's Candid Confessions

Vaani, Mithila, Nawaz's Candid Confessions

Rediff.com25 Jun 2026

Stars attend Bollywood Hungama Style Icons Summit and Awards 2026.

IIT Kharagpur Student Death Raises Mental Health Concerns

IIT Kharagpur Student Death Raises Mental Health Concerns

Rediff.com29 Apr 2026

A 22-year-old M Tech student was found dead in his hostel room at IIT Kharagpur, marking the second such incident in 10 days and raising concerns about mental health support for students.

Delhi University College Renaming Sparks Staff Protest

Delhi University College Renaming Sparks Staff Protest

Rediff.com23 Apr 2026

Staff at Delhi University's Dyal Singh Evening College stage a fresh protest against the proposed renaming of the institution, raising concerns about the legacy of Sardar Dyal Singh Majithia and the lack of consultation in the decision-making process.

Did Mrunal, Radhikka Like Nishaanchi?

Did Mrunal, Radhikka Like Nishaanchi?

Rediff.com19 Sep 2025

A screening of Anurag Kashyap's crime thriller Nishaanchi starring Aaishvary Thackeray, Monika Panwar and Vedika Pinto was held on Thursday night.

Why Bharat Ratna still eludes Major Dhyan Chand?

Why Bharat Ratna still eludes Major Dhyan Chand?

Rediff.com29 Aug 2025

In 2021, the Centre renamed the Rajiv Gandhi Khel Ratna as Major Dhyan Chand Khel Ratna Award. But many wonder, why despite the public sentiment the country's highest civilian honour continues to elude the man who put Indian hockey on the world map.

Bajrang Dal storms Haridwar college over Iftar at campus

Bajrang Dal storms Haridwar college over Iftar at campus

Rediff.com8 Mar 2025

Bajrang Dal office bearer Amit Kumar alleged that the party had been organised in the "Hindu religious city" as part of a conspiracy to bring outsiders to the college campus.

These Bolly Gals Love A Little Rang Fun

These Bolly Gals Love A Little Rang Fun

Rediff.com3 Jan 2025

Don't let your black and white style go flat. Add that pop of colour.

BJP's hero: Who is Madan Mohan Malaviya?

BJP's hero: Who is Madan Mohan Malaviya?

Rediff.com30 Mar 2015

Although much loved amongst the right wing in India, few Indians know of and about Pandit Madan Mohan Malaviya. Respected by Mahatma Gandhi, Malaviya was a long standing member of the Congress party, and was one of the founding members of the far-right party the Akhil Bharatiya Hindu Mahasabha. So here's a rundown of top ten things you didn't know about Madan Mohan Malaviya.

IIT Kharagpur student found hanging in hostel room; police launch probe

IIT Kharagpur student found hanging in hostel room; police launch probe

Rediff.com4 May 2025

A third-year BTech student of IIT Kharagpur was found hanging in his hostel room on Sunday, the third such incident at the institute this year. Mohammad Asif Qamar, a civil engineering student, was found dead in his room in Madanmohan Malviya Hall. The institute said it is cooperating with authorities in the investigation and has offered condolences to Qamar's family. The institute has also reiterated its commitment to providing counseling services to students.

'Melody Is Making A Comeback'

'Melody Is Making A Comeback'

Rediff.com20 Aug 2025

'Some time back, music was just noise.' 'Producers wrongly think item songs sell better.' 'Audiences are intelligent, they accept whatever you give, but that doesn't mean you can fool them.'

BJP And The Long-Standing Preamble Dream

BJP And The Long-Standing Preamble Dream

Rediff.com10 Jul 2025

BJP and RSS leaders are once again pushing to remove the words 'secular' and 'socialist' from the Constitution's Preamble, showing a deeper effort to change India's identity from a diverse, multi-religious republic to a Hindu-first nation, even though they don't have the numbers in Parliament to officially change the Constitution, observes N Sathiya Moorthy.

Madan Mohan Malviya conferred Bharat Ratna

Madan Mohan Malviya conferred Bharat Ratna

Rediff.com30 Mar 2015

Noted educationist and freedom fighter Madan Mohan Malviya was on Monday posthumously conferred the Bharat Ratna, the country's highest civilian award, by President Pranab Mukherjee.

Kanwar Yatra order forces Muslim, Hindu dhaba owners to remove staff

Kanwar Yatra order forces Muslim, Hindu dhaba owners to remove staff

Rediff.com21 Jul 2024

A Muslim man used to work on the tandoor at my restaurant. But due to this issue, I asked him to leave. Because people can make an issue over it. We don't want such trouble here

'Gandhiji Gave Me Contentment'

'Gandhiji Gave Me Contentment'

Rediff.com2 Oct 2024

Gandhiji asked me if I had sufficient warm clothes in view of the coming cold season. I said yes. But he verified my statement by asking Miraben to search my bag to make sure. Such was Gandhiji.

Nehru to Advani: Full list of Bharat Ratna awardees

Nehru to Advani: Full list of Bharat Ratna awardees

Rediff.com3 Feb 2024

The last Bharat Ratna award was conferred upon Pranab Mukherjee in 2019 and was posthumously awarded to Bhupendra Kumar Hazarika and Nanaji Deshmukh. The award was not given to anyone between 2020 and 2023.

Bharat Ratna recipients' tally touches 53, maximum awardees in 2024

Bharat Ratna recipients' tally touches 53, maximum awardees in 2024

Rediff.com9 Feb 2024

Till now, the maximum Bharat Ratnas were awarded in 1999 when four recipients were given the coveted award.

How a differently-abled boy cleared the IIT entrance exam

How a differently-abled boy cleared the IIT entrance exam

Rediff.com29 Jun 2016

Due to his determination and his brother's efforts Basant Kumar Pandit is one step closer to attaining his dream.

BCCI Awards: Meet The Winners!

BCCI Awards: Meet The Winners!

Rediff.com24 Jan 2024

Shubman Gill was conferred with the Polly Umrigar Best Men's International Cricketer of the Year award for 2022-23.

'We have indeed lost a legend'

'We have indeed lost a legend'

Rediff.com19 Jul 2022

'Bhupinderji was an amazing singer, a unique voice which had romance and nostalgia.' 'It was soothing, caressing, sentimental, soulful, all rolled into one.'

Modi In Varanasi: Festive Saffron Fervour

Modi In Varanasi: Festive Saffron Fervour

Rediff.com14 May 2024

Utkarsh Mishra's impressions of the Narendra Modi roadshow in Varanasi.

'Every boy in love sings this song'

'Every boy in love sings this song'

Rediff.com3 Aug 2023

'When I heard the tune for Abhi Na Jao I was bowled over.' 'Of course, I never knew it would be such a timeless rage.'

Karpoori Thakur: Fountainhead of OBC politics in Bihar

Karpoori Thakur: Fountainhead of OBC politics in Bihar

Rediff.com24 Jan 2024

Thakur's tenure as chief minister is best remembered for implementation of the recommendations of the Mungeri Lal Commission, whereby quotas for backward classes were introduced in the state in 1978. This panel was the forerunner of the Mandal Commission. Both Mungeri Lal and B P Mandal were from Bihar, which has a long history of socialist struggles.

What's Ranbir Dancing For?

What's Ranbir Dancing For?

Rediff.com11 Oct 2021

Rediff.com Contributing Photographer Pradeep Bandekar sighted these stars over the weekend.

'Even today, Pancham is a chart-topper'

'Even today, Pancham is a chart-topper'

Rediff.com6 Jan 2024

'Pancham told me once, "It's very difficult to be taken seriously when there are stalwarts like Shankar-Jaikishan, S D Burman, Madan Mohan and Naushad... How do I make my mark?"' Amit Kumar salutes R D Burman on his 30th death anniversary on January 4.

Old Parliament building to be now known as...

Old Parliament building to be now known as...

Rediff.com20 Sep 2023

The old Parliament building will now be known as 'Samvidhan Sadan', Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla said on Tuesday as the functioning of Parliament shifted to its new building in New Delhi.

New Annual Festivals On India's Calendar

New Annual Festivals On India's Calendar

Rediff.com17 Jan 2024

In the last 9 years, the BJP govt has marked some anniversaries and events with more zeal than Congress-led governments.

Prez, PM pay tribute to Vajpayee on birth anniversary

Prez, PM pay tribute to Vajpayee on birth anniversary

Rediff.com25 Dec 2019

A prayer meeting was held at Sadaiv Atal -- the memorial to Vajpayee -- to mark the birth anniversary of the former prime minister.

Qala Review: Cinematic Beauty

Qala Review: Cinematic Beauty

Rediff.com2 Dec 2022

A film that looks and sounds so gorgeous, must be welcomed, applauds Deepa Gahlot. Qala Review.

Can India Be A Developed Nation By 2047?

Can India Be A Developed Nation By 2047?

Rediff.com6 Jan 2024

One hopes in his next term, Narendra Modi will take up the mission of inculcating respect for following rules in Indians as a mission. Therein lies the chance for India to become a developed country, asserts Colonel Anil A Athale (retd).

Booth jeeta toh UP jeeta, Amit Shah tells BJP leaders in UP

Booth jeeta toh UP jeeta, Amit Shah tells BJP leaders in UP

Rediff.com13 Nov 2021

Union Home Minister Amit Shah told Uttar Pradesh Bharatiya Janata Party leaders and workers here on Friday that they must focus on polling booths if they want the party to win the coming assembly polls.

Cow breathes oxygen in and out, say scientists: Allahabad HC

Cow breathes oxygen in and out, say scientists: Allahabad HC

Rediff.com3 Sep 2021

In an order dismissing the bail plea of a man accused of cow slaughter, Justice Shekhar Kumar Yadav of the Allahabad High Court also said that 'Panchgavya' prepared using cow's milk, curd, ghee, urine and dung helps in treating several incurable diseases.

Lataji lists her 5 MOST ROMANTIC songs

Lataji lists her 5 MOST ROMANTIC songs

Rediff.com12 Feb 2021

'For those who like romance in their music, I suggest they search for this song.'

PM makes way for Sonia in high-profile Congress event

PM makes way for Sonia in high-profile Congress event

Rediff.com24 Dec 2011

Prime Minister Manmohan Singh has quietly made way for Congress president Sonia Gandhi for a function slated to be held in Vigyan Bhavan in New Delhi on Sunday for Pandit Madan Mohan Malaviya, four-time Congress president, on his 150th birth anniversary. Dr Singh was supposed to be the chief guest at the event that marks year-long celebrations in memory of the distinguished leader from Uttar Pradesh. When Gandhi expressed her desire to attend, the event was postponed to Tues.

What did Janhvi think of Sara's Kedarnath?

What did Janhvi think of Sara's Kedarnath?

Rediff.com6 Dec 2018

Look who all turned up for a special screening of Kedarnath on Wednesday night?

The Ultimate Lata Mangeshkar Playlist

The Ultimate Lata Mangeshkar Playlist

Rediff.com6 Feb 2022

Sukanya Verma presents a playlist of 100 Lata Mangeshkar songs from different decades of Hindi films -- songs that make me sing, smile, sob and sigh.

Cow is mother, sacred to us, says Modi in Varanasi

Cow is mother, sacred to us, says Modi in Varanasi

Rediff.com23 Dec 2021

He said those making jokes on cows and buffaloes forget that the livelihood of crores of people depends on "pashudhan".

This July: Taapsee, Farhan, Shilpa on OTT

This July: Taapsee, Farhan, Shilpa on OTT

Rediff.com29 Jun 2021

This July, Bollywood stars Akshaye Khanna, Taapsee Pannu, Farhan Akhtar, Jimmy Sheirgill, Shilpa Shetty and Paresh Rawal will be seen on OTT screens.