News for 'Maya'

BJP downplays Naroda Patiya riot verdict

BJP downplays Naroda Patiya riot verdict

Rediff.com29 Aug 2012

The Bharatiya Janata Party on Wednesday played down the court verdict in the 2002 Naroda Patiya riots case in Gujarat, saying the party respects the judicial system and abides by it unlike Congress, which has a culture of challenging court orders.

How India can reach out to Pak Hindus

How India can reach out to Pak Hindus

Rediff.com13 Aug 2012

India should push for re-opening of the consulate in Karachi for better protection of the Hindus and Sikhs living in Pakistan.

Have you watched these short films?

Have you watched these short films?

Rediff.com5 Mar 2019

Streaming a diverse range of moods and moments, these films are a fairly commendable effort if not always riveting, feels Sukanya Verma.

Hindu boy converts to Islam on live TV show in Pak

Hindu boy converts to Islam on live TV show in Pak

Rediff.com27 Jul 2012

A young Hindu boy converted to Islam on a live television show hosted by a controversial Pakistani anchor, triggering outrage among liberals and sparking concerns among minority communities.

Batla House encounter: Delhi court awards death penalty to Ariz Khan

Batla House encounter: Delhi court awards death penalty to Ariz Khan

Rediff.com15 Mar 2021

A Delhi court Monday awarded death penalty to Ariz Khan for the murder of decorated Delhi Police Inspector Mohan Chand Sharma in connection with the sensational 2008 Batla House encounter case, saying the offence fell under the 'rarest of the rare category' warranting the maximum sentence.

Modi not example that should be seen as an Indian: Khurshid

Modi not example that should be seen as an Indian: Khurshid

Rediff.com11 Feb 2014

Ahead of United States envoy Nancy Powell's meeting with Narendra Modi, External Affairs Minister Salman Khurshid on Wednesday hoped America will apply with regard to the Gujarat chief minister the standards consistent with its policies in dealing with issues like human rights.

How a 17 YO is saving India's corals and marine life

How a 17 YO is saving India's corals and marine life

Rediff.com17 Jul 2019

Mumbai teen Siddharth Pillai has designed and patented a technology that prevents coral bleaching and will save hundreds of marine species from extinction.

First Look: Nani plays a double role in his next- Janda Pai Kapiraju

First Look: Nani plays a double role in his next- Janda Pai Kapiraju

Rediff.com4 Dec 2013

The film will be directed by Samuthirakani and will see Amala Paul as the lead actress.

Gulabo Sitabo review

Gulabo Sitabo review

Rediff.com12 Jun 2020

'At the end of the day, this is Bachchan's film.' 'Despite the distracting makeup, his famous baritone and indisputable flair for dedicated inanity lend Mirza an air of significance,' observes Sukanya Verma.

Basketball: US rolls past Spain to win sixth gold

Basketball: US rolls past Spain to win sixth gold

Rediff.com21 Aug 2016

The United States women's basketball team thumped Spain 101-72 to claim a sixth straight gold medal on Saturday to rubber-stamp their credentials as one of the greatest Olympic sporting dynasties of all time.

Before taking Alwar lynching victim to hospital, cops first took cows to shelter

Before taking Alwar lynching victim to hospital, cops first took cows to shelter

Rediff.com23 Jul 2018

Akbar was alive when police reached the spot.

Farooq, Shatru, Hema together: What's cooking?

Farooq, Shatru, Hema together: What's cooking?

Rediff.com30 Oct 2018

Sanjay Khan's autobiography The Best Mistakes Of My Life out.

PIX: Iran thrill female fans amid Asian goal rush

PIX: Iran thrill female fans amid Asian goal rush

Rediff.com11 Oct 2019

Iran handed Cambodia a record-breaking 14-0 thrashing on an historic day in Tehran as goals flowed in World Cup qualifiers across Asia with Japan, South Korea and Australia securing comfortable wins on Thursday.

Corrupt Bihar official's house to be turned into school

Corrupt Bihar official's house to be turned into school

Rediff.com6 Jan 2012

In a war against corruption, the Bihar government continues to keep its promise of confiscating ill-gotten property of corrupt officials and covert it into schools.

'It is time to liberate our minds'

'It is time to liberate our minds'

Rediff.com7 Nov 2014

'We have won our political freedom, we have liberalised our economy and now it's time to liberate our minds also. That is why this film.' Director Ketan Mehta lists his reasons for making Rang Rasiya.

EPL PIX: Wolves stun Man City; Newcastle beat Man Utd

EPL PIX: Wolves stun Man City; Newcastle beat Man Utd

Rediff.com6 Oct 2019

A summary of Sunday's Premier League matches

Review: Oraalppokkam is disturbingly impressive

Review: Oraalppokkam is disturbingly impressive

Rediff.com5 Oct 2015

'Oraalppokkam is open to interpretation and therein lies its appeal.'

Ittefaq Review: A 'whodunit' with plenty of laughs

Ittefaq Review: A 'whodunit' with plenty of laughs

Rediff.com3 Nov 2017

Ittefaq has a gagster attitude, plenty of light touches, and it announces Abhay Chopra as a mainstream talent to watch out for, says Sreehari Nair.

The making of the first Indian-American woman in US House of Representatives

The making of the first Indian-American woman in US House of Representatives

Rediff.com11 Nov 2016

Chennai-born Pramila Jayapal makes history in Washington state; she is also the first person of colour in the Washington State Democratic delegation.

How to communicate better with your teen

How to communicate better with your teen

Rediff.com2 Nov 2011

In an online chat with readers on October 28, Manjiri Gokhale Joshi, author of the book 'Crushes, Careers & Cell phones' addressed reader queries related to tackling teenager problems, parenting and more. For those who missed the live chat, here's the unedited transcript.

Rithvik Dhanjani wins I Can Do That

Rithvik Dhanjani wins I Can Do That

Rediff.com23 Nov 2015

Twitter diaries of the celebrities today!

How I wish my mother was here: Kamala Harris

How I wish my mother was here: Kamala Harris

Rediff.com20 Aug 2020

Harris opened her vice-presidential acceptance speech on Wednesday night at the virtual Democratic National Convention by remembering her late mother, Shyamala Gopalan Harris, lamenting the fact that she could not be there to see her daughter's achievement.

JK: Hizb commander killed in encounter

JK: Hizb commander killed in encounter

Rediff.com9 Oct 2009

A self-styled battalion commander of Hizbul Mujahideen outfit was on Friday killed in an operation jointly carried out by Army and police at Goos on the border of Pulwama-Budgam district.

Astad Deboo: The Dancer, the Legend

Astad Deboo: The Dancer, the Legend

Rediff.com10 Dec 2020

There are very few people in the world who qualify to be called a living legend. Astad Deboo is one of them.

Indian-Americans not happy with Kamala Harris as VP pick

Indian-Americans not happy with Kamala Harris as VP pick

Rediff.com16 Aug 2020

'I would evaluate her on her past policies towards American Hindus and her future approach towards the community'

War of words between Mayawati and Rahul heats up

War of words between Mayawati and Rahul heats up

Rediff.com23 Nov 2011

The war of words between Congress General Secretary Rahul Gandhi and Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Mayawati has put the state's political cauldron on the boil.

Now, Ramayana in 3D!

Now, Ramayana in 3D!

Rediff.com3 Sep 2010

Here's what your favourite celebrities have been up to.

The tyranny of the veil

The tyranny of the veil

Rediff.com21 Nov 2019

'Within and outside their homes, all married women in this region must cover not only their heads, but in some cases, faces too,' discovers Geetanjali Krishna.

Maya-jaal! Ex-UP CM went from 11 cr to 111 cr in 8 years

Maya-jaal! Ex-UP CM went from 11 cr to 111 cr in 8 years

Rediff.com15 Mar 2012

From Rs 11.35 crore in 2004 to Rs 87.27 crore in 2010 and now Rs 111.64 crore -- this is by and large the story of former Uttar Pradesh chief minister Mayawati. Her affidavit which was filed before the Lok Sabha on Tuesday shows a phenomenal rise in her assets; and for the 58 months that she ruled as the chief minister her assets went up by nearly Rs 59 crore, reports Vicky Nanjappa.

Netanyahu thanks Modi for India's vote against Palestinian group

Netanyahu thanks Modi for India's vote against Palestinian group

Rediff.com13 Jun 2019

It is the first time that India has voted on a resolution at the UN that is being perceived as pro-Israel.

'The judiciary in India is one institution that is above fault'

'The judiciary in India is one institution that is above fault'

Rediff.com30 Jul 2015

'My confidence in the Indian judiciary is absolute after I saw justice being delivered in Gujarat even when a BJP government was ruling the state. The Muslims of Gujarat believed that they will never get justice in a BJP-ruled state, but the facts are before all of us to make a judgment.'

2G: BJP demands CBI probe in Chidambaram's role

2G: BJP demands CBI probe in Chidambaram's role

Rediff.com15 Jul 2011

In an unusual move, Central Bureau of Investigation Director A P Singh on Friday had a meeting with a Bharatiya Janata Party delegation, which demanded a probe into alleged role of the then Finance Minister P Chidambaram in the 2G scam.

Review: Law Point has only low points

Review: Law Point has only low points

Rediff.com5 May 2014

Law Point is a lethargic long drive with many low points.

The road Buddha's mother traversed is no more

The road Buddha's mother traversed is no more

Rediff.com18 Feb 2011

Neither the Nepal government has cared to build a motorable road from the Indian border at Kakrahwa (barely 500 metres from the Kapilvastu stupa to Buddha's birthplace at Lumbini) nor have the Indian authorities bothered to persuade the rulers in Kathmandu to facilitate easy movement of Buddhist pilgrims through this border.

Free-spirited fashion for modern women

Free-spirited fashion for modern women

Rediff.com7 Mar 2010

Asmita Marwa presented her latest collection Maya on Day Three of Lakme Fashion Week. Inspired by the idea of a free-spirited woman, who is bohemian at heart and loves to travel, the creations were spritely, flirtatious and beachy. Check them out.

Those bewitching eyes...

Those bewitching eyes...

Rediff.com27 Aug 2015

Nimrat Kaur weaves her magic with her showstopper act for designer Payal Singhal on Day 1 of Lakme Fashion Week Winter/Festive 2015.

Phase-2 of Bihar polls passes off peacefully, turnout 54.64%

Phase-2 of Bihar polls passes off peacefully, turnout 54.64%

Rediff.com4 Nov 2020

The second round of the voting was held in the 17 districts amid tight security and strict coronavirus guidelines in place. The voting percentage at 10.30 pm was 54.64, according to the Election Commissions Voter Turnout Apps provisionally data.

Kerala to host world's first womens' magic fest

Kerala to host world's first womens' magic fest

Rediff.com26 May 2010

The worlds' first women magic festival will be held in Thiruvananthapuram on 30 May

Which college should you apply to? Consider these

Which college should you apply to? Consider these

Rediff.com14 May 2010

We invited readers to share their college recommendations to the class of 2010. Here are some of the responses we received.

'Alas! Mamata has become a machine'

'Alas! Mamata has become a machine'

Rediff.com16 Mar 2021

'Mamata is an emotional person, she follows her heart.' 'We loved that Didi, we still love her, but she is a changed person.' 'Why and how the change happened, who is responsible, I can't say.'