News for 'Munshis'

The VERY BEST of Surekha Sikri

The VERY BEST of Surekha Sikri

Rediff.com16 Jul 2021

An effortless artist at all times, Surekha Sikri's emotional eloquence and authoritative presence showed a knack for turning moments into meaning.

Visa on time: Embassies work to meet spike in applications by Indians

Visa on time: Embassies work to meet spike in applications by Indians

Rediff.com21 Jun 2022

Visa delays have perturbed Indian visitors this summer. But a solution could be in sight soon, as embassies gear up to address the challenges caused by a spike in applications and staff shortages. While the British High Commission has said it is working urgently to reduce the current visa processing time, the German Embassy has introduced extra shifts to process more visas. However, appointments with the latter are fully booked till August-end due to high volumes.

Kabaddi WC: Bangladesh smash Argentina 67 -26

Kabaddi WC: Bangladesh smash Argentina 67 -26

Rediff.com20 Oct 2016

With nothing but pride at stake, Bangladesh crushed Argentina 67 -26 in the last match of group A in the ongoing Kabaddi World Cup 2016.

As Covid surge hits businesses, malls see rentals plunge

As Covid surge hits businesses, malls see rentals plunge

Rediff.com14 May 2021

Consultants who help lease these properties say this is the steepest decline at least in a decade.

Perjury complaint in Jessica murder case: Shayan granted bail

Perjury complaint in Jessica murder case: Shayan granted bail

Rediff.com23 Dec 2013

Bollywood actor Shayan Munshi, who is facing prosecution for allegedly turning hostile in Jessica Lall murder case, has been granted bail by a Delhi court which fixed the matter for February 5 for hearing arguments on the framing of charge.

Nothing Rigorous About Sidhu's Prison Term

Nothing Rigorous About Sidhu's Prison Term

Rediff.com30 May 2022

Navjot Sidhu's life inside jail wouldn't be ten percent as hard as that of an ordinary convict who is in jail for assault leading to unintentional death, argues Sudhir Bisht.

India registers drop in daily COVID-19 cases

India registers drop in daily COVID-19 cases

Rediff.com9 Aug 2021

The number of people who have recuperated from the disease surged to 3,11,39,457, while the case fatality rate stands at 1.34 per cent, the data stated.

Bollywood hopefuls throng outside Ash's home

Bollywood hopefuls throng outside Ash's home

Rediff.com20 Apr 2007

Munshi Khan Pathan who owns a Gujarati film Production Company at Gomtipur and his brother-in-law hope to bless Aishwarya on her wedding day.

Muharram: Curfew-like restrictions in Srinagar

Muharram: Curfew-like restrictions in Srinagar

Rediff.com2 Nov 2014

Curfew-like restrictions were imposed in Srinagar city on Sunday to prevent people from taking out Muharram processions to mark the eighth day of the 10-day mourning period.

The Very Best Of Shabana Azmi

The Very Best Of Shabana Azmi

Rediff.com17 Sep 2022

On her 72nd birthday on September 18, Sukanya Verma gives three cheers to the legend and lists 20 of her stellar performances.

What to watch on OTT this week

What to watch on OTT this week

Rediff.com23 Mar 2021

DC superheroes, Marvel superheroes, sleep science, scandals, Sukanya Verma brings you all you catch on OTT this week.

HOLI: 7 songs you must listen to!

HOLI: 7 songs you must listen to!

Rediff.com29 Mar 2021

Subhash K Jha lists Holi songs that you have probably never heard.

Sacked cop brought bomb to Ludhiana court, had terror links: DGP

Sacked cop brought bomb to Ludhiana court, had terror links: DGP

Rediff.com25 Dec 2021

The DGP told reporters Gagandeep Singh, 31, who was dismissed from service in 2019, had gone to the washroom of the courts complex to assemble the bomb and plant it somewhere.

Layoff Tales: 'Don't try too hard to impress your boss'

Layoff Tales: 'Don't try too hard to impress your boss'

Rediff.com25 May 2009

Indians laid off by the current recession tell their stories in this gripping rediff.com series.

17-year-old Islamic State recruit becomes 'UK's youngest suicide bomber'

17-year-old Islamic State recruit becomes 'UK's youngest suicide bomber'

Rediff.com14 Jun 2015

Talha Asmal was one of four suicide bombers who attacked security forces near an oil refinery south of Baiji.

'Shah Rukh was what Ranveer is like today'

'Shah Rukh was what Ranveer is like today'

Rediff.com27 Jun 2022

'Ranveer Singh is very lively on the sets. You don't feel the pressure when he's there.'

Prince Harry, Meghan Markle's new home has an Indian connection

Prince Harry, Meghan Markle's new home has an Indian connection

Rediff.com2 Dec 2018

The cottage had been a royal gift to Abdul Karim by Queen Victoria, then Empress of India, in recognition of his service and as a sign of her affection towards her Indian aide and confidant.

Jessica Lal murder trial nears completion

Jessica Lal murder trial nears completion

Rediff.com12 Dec 2005

The case of the defence primarily rested on the statement given by complainant Shayan Munshi in court earlier.

When Bollywood got jailed

When Bollywood got jailed

Rediff.com6 May 2015

Bollywood's many run-ins with the law.

'Never did Dilip Kumar try to dominate me'

'Never did Dilip Kumar try to dominate me'

Rediff.com15 Jul 2021

'If ever annoyed, Dilip Kumar openly spoke out his mind.' 'He abhorred abusive language and never expected it from others around him.'

Bhutia is impressed by this young India midfielder

Bhutia is impressed by this young India midfielder

Rediff.com11 Apr 2020

The former India captain says he will consider contesting for the president of AIFF in the future.

Has India Changed Its Tibet Policy?

Has India Changed Its Tibet Policy?

Rediff.com18 May 2022

One priority for Delhi (for the new foreign secretary in particular) is to have an in-depth discussion with Dharamsala as soon as possible, suggests Claude Arpi.

Afzal hanging: Curfew relaxed in parts of Srinagar

Afzal hanging: Curfew relaxed in parts of Srinagar

Rediff.com13 Feb 2013

Curfew was on Wednesday lifted from three police station areas in Srinagar while it was relaxed "indefinitely" in five other police station areas even as rest of Kashmir Valley remained under restrictions for the fifth consecutive day.

'Never ever had I imagined that I would one day give a voice to my nation'

'Never ever had I imagined that I would one day give a voice to my nation'

Rediff.com15 Apr 2022

'A Colourful World is for every child, telling them that like the different coloured crayons in a box, they should also appreciate their differing identities, shine and live peacefully with other human beings in our colourful world.'

PIX: Juhi Chawla joins Narendra Modi's Swachh Bharat campaign

PIX: Juhi Chawla joins Narendra Modi's Swachh Bharat campaign

Rediff.com20 Nov 2014

Juhi Chawla is the latest celebrity to extended her support to the drive.

Jharkhand polls first test of Ayodhya's impact on voters

Jharkhand polls first test of Ayodhya's impact on voters

Rediff.com19 Nov 2019

Although conventional political wisdom would decree that the construction of a 'magnificent' Ram temple at his 'birth-place' would bring the BJP a big yield of votes in the prospective elections, its leaders know by now that the mandir must not exist in isolation in its game plan, reports Radhika Ramaseshan.

Allegations of fund embezzlement against former JKCA officials

Allegations of fund embezzlement against former JKCA officials

Rediff.com10 Mar 2012

Police on Friday registered a case against two former officials of Jammu and Kashmir Cricket Association (JKCA) following allegations of misappropriation of funds, received by the body from the BCCI.

Flood alert sounded in Srinagar

Flood alert sounded in Srinagar

Rediff.com10 Sep 2012

Authorities in Srinagar on Monday asked people living along the banks of Jhelum river to shift to safer places as a flood alarm was sounded in the city due to rising water level in the river following incessant rains.

Rahul pleads not guilty in defamation case

Rahul pleads not guilty in defamation case

Rediff.com12 Jul 2019

He was granted bail by a court in Ahmedabad.

LFW: The Kite Runner on the catwalk!

LFW: The Kite Runner on the catwalk!

Rediff.com15 Mar 2011

Designer Abhishek Dutta presented his latest line at the LFW today. Take a look.

Never visited relief camp or riot-hit areas: Zadafia

Never visited relief camp or riot-hit areas: Zadafia

Rediff.com7 Feb 2012

Former Gujarat minister of state for home Gordhan Zadafia on Tuesday told the Nanavati Commission that he had neither visited any riot relief camp, nor any riot-hit areas in 2002, in the aftermath of the Godhra train burning incident.

'Sensex to touch 22K in 12 months'

'Sensex to touch 22K in 12 months'

Rediff.com12 Jul 2011

Switzerland-based bank Credit Suisse said on Tuesday it expects the Bombay Stock Exchange's 30-stock barometer Sensex to touch the 22,000 mark in 12 months.

Jet Airways' unique gift for children

Jet Airways' unique gift for children

Rediff.com14 Nov 2014

As a part of Children's Day celebrations, Jet Airways operated its annual 'Flight of Fantasy' for over 80 underprivileged children.

When Gandhi-Jinnah First Met

When Gandhi-Jinnah First Met

Rediff.com2 Oct 2021

No plaque marks the historic meeting place of the fathers of two nations. And no history textbook tells us about that first meeting and their mutual admiration, common ethos and comradeship.

When Caste surfaced in Bollywood movies

When Caste surfaced in Bollywood movies

Rediff.com27 Jun 2019

As we eagerly wait to see what 'farq' it makes when it hits the screens on June 28, Sukanya Verma looks at the few occasions caste came up in Hindi movies.

Court removes Harsh Vardhan Lodha from MP Birla group cos

Court removes Harsh Vardhan Lodha from MP Birla group cos

Rediff.com19 Sep 2020

The court's directions mean that Lodha immediately ceases to hold all positions in the M P Birla group, including as director in the firms and other positions in the trusts and societies of the M P Birla group, a statement from the Birlas read.

BEAUTIFUL MEMORIES of Satyajit Ray

BEAUTIFUL MEMORIES of Satyajit Ray

Rediff.com2 May 2021

Images from Nemai Ghosh's albums.

Balika Vadhu's Anandi goes for a Morning Walk

Balika Vadhu's Anandi goes for a Morning Walk

Rediff.com9 Jul 2009

Avika Gor, the youngest bahu of the hugely popular TV show Balika Vadhu is all set to make her big screen debut with Morning Walk.

JK: Omar Abdullah, the CM, begins in style

JK: Omar Abdullah, the CM, begins in style

Rediff.com12 Jan 2009

Chief Minister Omar Abdullah's surprise visits to check on various government departments have heads rolling with the suspension of an assistant sub inspector of a police station in the city.

I & B minister up in arms against TRP

I & B minister up in arms against TRP

Rediff.com3 Jan 2008

Speaking in Kolkata at the Bengal National Chamber of Commerce on Wednesday, Das Munsi said, "The TRP mechanism in India is not only faulty, but is a game between the stock exchange and the company. It is a very serious and delicate issue. Five to six big corporate channels account for advertisement revenue close to Rs 5,000-6,000 crore. This mechanism should be looked into and more transparency is needed in the system."