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'What do they gain by getting rid of 2 MPs?'

'What do they gain by getting rid of 2 MPs?'

Rediff.com9 Jan 2020

'The nominations were not meant to last permanently, but depended on the government of the day.' 'There was no question of revoking it during Congress, Janata Dal or even Vajpayee's NDA rule.' 'But Modi is different.'

When Bollywood romanced older heroines

When Bollywood romanced older heroines

Rediff.com4 Apr 2016

Audiences -- and producers -- no longer shy away from casting older heroines opposite younger heroes.

Brisbane International: Federer achieves milestone

Brisbane International: Federer achieves milestone

Rediff.com12 Jan 2015

Roger Federer registers his 1,000 ATP career win.

Salman's adorable pix with his nephews

Salman's adorable pix with his nephews

Rediff.com15 Nov 2016

Social media posts from your favourite celebs.

72 LS seats in 9 states go to polls in 4th phase on Monday

72 LS seats in 9 states go to polls in 4th phase on Monday

Rediff.com28 Apr 2019

The fate of 961 candidates, including Union ministers Giriraj Singh, Subhash Bhamre, S S Ahluwalia and Babul Supriyo of the BJP and former Union ministers Salman Khurshid and Adhir Ranjan Chowdhury of the Congress, will be decided by about 12.79 core voters in the fourth phase.

Find out U-19 chief coach Dravid's next aim

Find out U-19 chief coach Dravid's next aim

Rediff.com27 Dec 2017

His tunnel vision on the 'process' is legendary in Indian cricket and U-19 chief coach Rahul Dravid's next aim is to see a few of the World Cup-bound colts included in the 'A' team within the next six to eight months.

India likes its scooters. More than mobikes!

India likes its scooters. More than mobikes!

Rediff.com28 Apr 2017

Five companies get more volumes from scooters than motorcycles.

SC to hear PIL seeking protection for Kashmiris; Omar slams PM

SC to hear PIL seeking protection for Kashmiris; Omar slams PM

Rediff.com21 Feb 2019

The NHRC issued notice to the Union ministries of home and human resource development seeking a report over the reported ill-treatment of Kashmiri people in the aftermath of the attack.

Sonam on National Awards: Didn't expect the critics award!

Sonam on National Awards: Didn't expect the critics award!

Rediff.com7 Apr 2017

'I'm very, very happy.' Winners react after the 64th National awards announcement.

India needs to shoot for 10pc growth target

India needs to shoot for 10pc growth target

Rediff.com15 Oct 2017

Policy discussions now should urgently focus on the road map for serious economic and institutional reforms to put India on a sustained high growth trajectory like the Chinese economy, says Jayanta Roy.

Even as FIIs pull out crores, high volatility to rule bonds & rupee

Even as FIIs pull out crores, high volatility to rule bonds & rupee

Rediff.com2 Jan 2017

While RBI may cut rates by 25 basis points in the February policy review, global monetary policies hold the key to much of the financial assets flow in 2017

The burkini is just a bathing suit!

The burkini is just a bathing suit!

Rediff.com30 Aug 2016

Sanaya Dalal on feminism, France and the burqa

Flexible inflation targeting: Here's what Rajan needs to do

Flexible inflation targeting: Here's what Rajan needs to do

Rediff.com30 Sep 2014

CPI-based inflation on a (year-on-year) basis has come down from 8.59 per cent in April 2014 to 7.80 per cent in August 2014.

EPL: QPR keen to sign Defoe in January transfer window

EPL: QPR keen to sign Defoe in January transfer window

Rediff.com7 Nov 2014

Queens Park Rangers will try to lure prolific FC Toronto striker Jermain Defoe back to the Premier League during the January transfer window if the price is right, the club's manager Harry Redknapp said on Thursday.

What's behind Delhi's air pollution?

What's behind Delhi's air pollution?

Rediff.com29 May 2015

Air toxics emissions are high from older vehicles.

Sebi-Sahara row: RBI moves SC to stop asset sale

Sebi-Sahara row: RBI moves SC to stop asset sale

Rediff.com13 Feb 2015

RBI has sought to stop one of its firms from disposing off assets.

'They chose Ram carefully'

'They chose Ram carefully'

Rediff.com10 Nov 2019

'...by combining religious and political missions -- to destroy the Babri Masjid and establish Ram Rajya.' 'Hindutva was successful in creating synergy with the aspirations of devotees,' Dhirendra K Jha, author of Ayodhya: The Dark Night, tells Kanika Datta.

Top-order rejig at Britannia

Top-order rejig at Britannia

Rediff.com28 May 2013

Vinita Bali to lead global ops, new business growth; COO Berry to head India operations.

Sahara says Mirach forged bank letter guaranteeing funds

Sahara says Mirach forged bank letter guaranteeing funds

Rediff.com5 Feb 2015

Sahara accuses Mirach Capital of cheating, forging bank letter.

What happens when a BJP leader is made governor...

What happens when a BJP leader is made governor...

Rediff.com18 May 2018

If you thought Vajubhai Vala's invitation to BSY was a one-off, think again :))

Dabur's American dream set to get wings

Dabur's American dream set to get wings

Rediff.com27 Sep 2017

Initially, hair care products such as Vatika hair oil and shampoos, Meswak toothpaste, Chyawanprash and honey would be made available.

BJP reaped benefits of communal polarisation: Cong in LS

BJP reaped benefits of communal polarisation: Cong in LS

Rediff.com11 Jun 2014

Accusing the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party of having "reaped benefits" of communal polarisation in the Lok Sabha elections, the Congress on Wednesday said the government should now focus on good governance and deliver on promises.

Justice Khehar makes history

Justice Khehar makes history

Rediff.com4 Jan 2017

Landmark judgments follow new CJI's assumption of office.

Tonight Anglo-Welsh rivalry will reach new peak!

Tonight Anglo-Welsh rivalry will reach new peak!

Rediff.com15 Jun 2016

A rivalry dating back 137 years will reach a new level of intensity in Lens on Thursday when England and Wales meet at a major tournament for the first time.

It's a double whammy for liquor industry

It's a double whammy for liquor industry

Rediff.com19 Jun 2017

The rush for prohibition and the Supreme Court's decision to ban liquor sales within 500 metres from highways have hurt companies.

'Tomorrow, they will do similar things to Gandhi'

'Tomorrow, they will do similar things to Gandhi'

Rediff.com6 Mar 2018

'Biplab Deb said it was unfortunate.' 'If he continues to respond this way, then further damage will not happen.' 'But if under pressure from his party members he does not take action, then the future is dangerous.'

Taxation laws to play significant role in growth: Minister

Taxation laws to play significant role in growth: Minister

Rediff.com31 Oct 2013

The Minister of State for Commerce and Industry said there was a need of for promoting trade and investment as it is necessary for economic growth and sustainable development.

Struggling Mumbai eye turnaround as they face SRH

Struggling Mumbai eye turnaround as they face SRH

Rediff.com23 Apr 2018

A win over Sunrisers Hyderabad is imperative for Mumbai Indians to keep their chances alive of making it to the play-offs.

EPL Extras: Mourinho vows to be on best behaviour at Stamford Bridge

EPL Extras: Mourinho vows to be on best behaviour at Stamford Bridge

Rediff.com19 Oct 2018

Manchester United manager Jose Mourinho has promised to show plenty of restraint and respect if he inflicts a first Premier League defeat of the season on his former side Chelsea on Saturday.

From the Raj to Azadi, how I saw India change

From the Raj to Azadi, how I saw India change

Rediff.com2 Jun 2020

Bharati Dutt witnessed life-changing events that shaped India on the threshold of freedom. Her memories are an account of how ordinary Indians saw India change.

Netflix comes to India, most of the world

Netflix comes to India, most of the world

Rediff.com7 Jan 2016

India, Nigeria, Russia and Saudi Arabia were the major countries where the service was launched.

Bollywood's BIGGEST FLOPS of 2017

Bollywood's BIGGEST FLOPS of 2017

Rediff.com22 Dec 2017

Why do SRK and Salman find themselves on this list?

Meet Bollywood's BUSIEST Actors

Meet Bollywood's BUSIEST Actors

Rediff.com20 May 2019

There are 11 actors, who are among Bollywood's busiest, working on multiple films simultaneously. Just who are they?

'Now, I am reduced to nothing'

'Now, I am reduced to nothing'

Rediff.com9 Apr 2015

'I have tutored my family and myself to fight hunger,' the former agent for the disgraced Saradha chit fund says, his eyes welling up. 96 of the 107 cases referred to the Serious Fraud Investigation Office are based in Bengal!

Euro 2016 qualifiers: Ireland secure berth after Walters brace

Euro 2016 qualifiers: Ireland secure berth after Walters brace

Rediff.com17 Nov 2015

Ireland beat Bosnia 2-0 to qualify for their second successive European championship finals on Monday, progressing 3-1 on aggregate after a Jon Walters brace secured a second-leg playoff win at the Aviva Stadium.

Why did the government defer the RTI Act?

Why did the government defer the RTI Act?

Rediff.com6 Sep 2013

Taking a cue from the prevailing public mood against the political class, the Congress leadership -- Sonia Gandhi and Rahul Gandhi -- are said to have clinched the argument in favour of deferring the amendment to the Right to Information Act which seeks to keep political parties out of the ambit of the transparency law.

Over 50 Jamaat terrorists hiding in Bengal?

Over 50 Jamaat terrorists hiding in Bengal?

Rediff.com1 Dec 2014

Jamaat-ul-Mujahideen Bangladesh terrorists have entered West Bengal to carry out subversive activities.

Patanjali's 2020 vision: Rs 1,00,000 crore annual sales

Patanjali's 2020 vision: Rs 1,00,000 crore annual sales

Rediff.com19 Jul 2017

Baba Ramdev's brand is pivoting away from franchise outlets and expanding its retail presence through the tried-and-tested channel distribution route of FMCG companies. Arnab Dutta reports.

Sahara averts foreclosure auction of US hotel properties

Sahara averts foreclosure auction of US hotel properties

Rediff.com27 Mar 2016

The company has been given time till June by mortgage holders Reuben Brothers

10 AMAZING movies you must see!

10 AMAZING movies you must see!

Rediff.com17 Oct 2019

As the MAMI film festival kicks off, Aseem Chhabra picks the must watch Indian movies.