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Stop this showy nationalism!

Stop this showy nationalism!

Rediff.com18 Jan 2017

'If Amazon's officials had secured their visas through proper paperwork, under what rule or law was Swaraj threatening to cancel them?' 'If she felt a crime had been committed, as a law abiding citizen she should have registered a first information report or a complaint.' 'Instead she fired off a twitter fatwa, acting like a despot.'

Mahira: Shah Rukh Khan spoilt me for life

Mahira: Shah Rukh Khan spoilt me for life

Rediff.com24 Jan 2017

Mahira Khan talks about her Raees experience.

The real story behind Raazi

The real story behind Raazi

Rediff.com11 May 2018

As Raazi hit theatres, Harinder Sikka -- author of Calling Sehmat, the book on which the film is based -- reveals the thrilling real life story of an Indian spy named Sehmat.

'Top class' Ashwin understands why he was dropped, says captain Kohli

'Top class' Ashwin understands why he was dropped, says captain Kohli

Rediff.com7 Jun 2017

It is difficult to digest exclusion after a fabulous season in Test cricket but Ravichandran Ashwin 'understands the dynamics' of team composition which led to Ravindra Jadeja being preferred over him, claimed India captain Virat Kohli.

How Malayali Marxism hurt Manik Sarkar

How Malayali Marxism hurt Manik Sarkar

Rediff.com3 Mar 2018

'Manik Sarkar may have been able to hang on if he hadn't been a follower of the CPI-M's all-time hardliner Prakash Karat,' argues Amulya Ganguli.

RCB desperate for redemption after shambolic show at Eden Gardens

RCB desperate for redemption after shambolic show at Eden Gardens

Rediff.com24 Apr 2017

Stung by a batting debacle, Royal Challengers Bangalore have the onerous task of picking up pieces when they face defending champion Sunrisers Hyderabad on Tuesday, with a singular aim of keeping their hopes alive in the Indian Premier League.

How Infosys can recover lost ground

How Infosys can recover lost ground

Rediff.com31 Aug 2017

Infosys needs to be more innovative and disruptive with its product and services, keeping its focus on growth.

Will Virat Kohli and Co get back to winning ways?

Will Virat Kohli and Co get back to winning ways?

Rediff.com26 Apr 2017

Royal Challengers Bangalore will be aiming for revival when they clash against out-of-sorts Gujarat Lions in an Indian Premier League match.

Amit Shah plans 95-day Bharat yatra to spread BJP's word

Amit Shah plans 95-day Bharat yatra to spread BJP's word

Rediff.com16 Apr 2017

2,470 BJP workers from across the country would spend a year visiting polling booths, while another 1,441 workers would spend six months and 378,000 workers will spend 15 days to reach out to party cadres and ensure better polling management in areas outside their home districts.

Which was the last good SRK film you watched?

Which was the last good SRK film you watched?

Rediff.com8 Aug 2017

Has King Khan lost his touch?

Decision on legality of Shillingford, Samuels actions this week

Decision on legality of Shillingford, Samuels actions this week

Rediff.com10 Dec 2013

The West Indies have appealed to the ICC not to rule on the legality of spinners Shane Shillingford and Marlon Samuels during the second Test against New Zealand, starting Wednesday. A decision on the bowlers' actions is due on the third day of the Test, but, AFP reports, West Indies coach Ottis Gibson said that would not be fair.

10 lies about WEIGHT LOSS busted

10 lies about WEIGHT LOSS busted

Rediff.com22 Oct 2019

Weight loss might not necessarily mean that you have lost the excess fat as well, says Jitendra Chouksey.

Angry SC sends Sahara chief back to jail

Angry SC sends Sahara chief back to jail

Rediff.com23 Sep 2016

The Chief Justice said that some people play with the dignity of the court and there were some lawyers who are disrespectful towards the court.

How Parle plans to capture the premium category

How Parle plans to capture the premium category

Rediff.com8 Aug 2018

The home-grown biscuit brand looks to get inside the customer's mind as it steps outside the boundaries of its mass-market identity

Ram Rahim and that migrant in Mumbai

Ram Rahim and that migrant in Mumbai

Rediff.com29 Aug 2017

An unemployed migrant becomes a much sought after Baba right before Syed Firdaus Ashraf's eyes.

Move over Maggi, Nestle will sell pet food. Woof!

Move over Maggi, Nestle will sell pet food. Woof!

Rediff.com18 May 2017

Can Nestle go beyond Maggi? While recovery in the March quarter has been led by the popular noodle brand, the company hopes for a different revenue mix in five years.

Listed FMCG companies feel the heat of 'guru business'

Listed FMCG companies feel the heat of 'guru business'

Rediff.com13 May 2016

Baba businesses are sprucing up their act as they expand product portfolios and enhance brand image

Can your sedentary lifestyle cause colon cancer?

Can your sedentary lifestyle cause colon cancer?

Rediff.com9 May 2019

People who are inactive are more likely to develop colon cancer, says Roy De Souza.

The curious case of Kulbhushan Jadhav, 'spy'

The curious case of Kulbhushan Jadhav, 'spy'

Rediff.com28 Mar 2016

It is quite likely that the Pakistanis are cleverly using the Jadhav card to derail the outcome of the JIT process.

Ranbaxy Q3 net loss widens to Rs 1,029 cr on forex woes

Ranbaxy Q3 net loss widens to Rs 1,029 cr on forex woes

Rediff.com28 Jan 2015

Ranbaxy Laboratories on Wednesday reported widening of its consolidated net loss to Rs 1,029.72 crore (Rs 10.29 billion) for the third quarter ended December 31, 2014

Should you really avoid street food in the monsoon?

Should you really avoid street food in the monsoon?

Rediff.com18 Jul 2016

A quick checklist for you for this season.

Why I chose 45 million Swarovski crystals for the Oscars stage

Why I chose 45 million Swarovski crystals for the Oscars stage

Rediff.com5 Mar 2018

No one will outshine the Oscars stage this year.

The journalist who spoke last to Sushma Swaraj

The journalist who spoke last to Sushma Swaraj

Rediff.com7 Aug 2019

Journalist Anita Saluja was one of the last persons to meet Sushma Swaraj on August 6. She spent nearly an hour chatting with the late leader, which is why her sudden death later in the evening came as an unexpected shock for her. She talks to Savera R Someshwar/Rediff.com about her association with Sushma Swaraj over the last few decades.

No change in tactics as Steve Smith thrust into hot seat

No change in tactics as Steve Smith thrust into hot seat

Rediff.com15 Dec 2014

- 'As a captain, I think first and foremost I'll try to lead from the front with my performance on the field' - 'It's a different kettle of fish (leading) Australia, but I'm really looking forward to the challenge'

Finally, TOP boost for badminton stars Jwala-Ashwini for Rio Olympics!

Finally, TOP boost for badminton stars Jwala-Ashwini for Rio Olympics!

Rediff.com15 Sep 2015

After much dilly-dallying, the Sports Ministry has included Jwala Gutta and Ashwini Ponnappa in the 'Target Olympic Podium Scheme' (TOP) scheme, putting an end to the controversy surrounding the doubles duo's complaint of bias against the Ministry and chief national coach Pullela Gopichand.

Healthy eating: How to make Lentil Dosa

Healthy eating: How to make Lentil Dosa

Rediff.com15 Nov 2014

Food blogger Preeti Alam shares a step-by-step process.

Want to be cured of anxiety or depression?

Want to be cured of anxiety or depression?

Rediff.com15 Dec 2015

Acupuncture can provide natural relief and help you return to a happier life.

Rupee falls 15 paise to end at 62.43/dollar

Rupee falls 15 paise to end at 62.43/dollar

Rediff.com10 Feb 2014

Falling for the first time in three days, the rupee today erased initial gains to end 15 paise lower at 62.43 against dollar on fag-end demand of the US currency from banks and importers, amid a tepid stock market.

'Pink slips are a reality; deal with it'

'Pink slips are a reality; deal with it'

Rediff.com12 Dec 2016

No one is indispensable, says Lakshmi Murthy, chief people officer, ITM Group of Institutions.

'Will no one rid me of this meddlesome hack?'

'Will no one rid me of this meddlesome hack?'

Rediff.com3 Dec 2018

'The whispers and the murmurs had reached even the king's private quarters.' 'Of a royal surgeon wielding a chain-saw like a carpenter; a chemist with a cannister of acid; the royal chief executioner instructing someone about the fine art of handling swords...' 'All this being supervised by Mohammed's closest confidant.'

The girl who ran away from home to play football

The girl who ran away from home to play football

Rediff.com21 Aug 2019

Turambekar's story is inspiring, to say the least. Read on as she recounts her remarkable journey in conversation with Rediff.com's Laxmi Negi.

Prone to allergies? What you must know

Prone to allergies? What you must know

Rediff.com19 Jul 2018

From food to skin, allergies in India are rapidly on the rise, says Nikita Puri.

Instant triple talaq bill passed in Lok Sabha

Instant triple talaq bill passed in Lok Sabha

Rediff.com25 Jul 2019

The law minister said 20 Muslim countries in the world, including Pakistan and Malaysia, have banned the triple talaq. "Why can't a secular India do it?" he asked.

Will never accept Rahul's adviser's job, says Amit Shah

Will never accept Rahul's adviser's job, says Amit Shah

Rediff.com17 Mar 2017

Shahs also said that his party will strive to rid the state of its 'Bimaru' tag as development is the way forward in Indian politics now.

Get maximum returns in a volatile market, experts tell you how

Get maximum returns in a volatile market, experts tell you how

Rediff.com31 Aug 2015

Experts believe volatility is here to stay for some time, at least till China stabilises and clarity regarding the US Fed's interest rate move emerges.

Macabre drama of death will end: PM on Naxal violence

Macabre drama of death will end: PM on Naxal violence

Rediff.com9 May 2015

The first prime minister to visit this Maoist hotbed in three decades, Narendra Modi on Saturday asked Naxals to abjure gun and allow peace so that the macabre drama of death will end to pave the way for development.

'It's been unbelievable. This is our best series win so far'

'It's been unbelievable. This is our best series win so far'

Rediff.com28 Mar 2017

India captain Virat Kohli on Tuesday described the 2-1 triumph over Australia as his side's best series win so far, saying his highly motivated team mates give it right back when poked.

Wronged ISRO scientist: India will be safe in Modi's hands

Wronged ISRO scientist: India will be safe in Modi's hands

Rediff.com26 Feb 2014

'My wife was asked to get out of an autorickshaw because she was married to me. My children were targeted and branded a traitor's children. In spite of the Supreme Court and the NHRC having cleared my case, the state government is yet to close it. Local politicians are behind this. Why can't they close the case, give me compensation, accepting gracefully that they have wronged me?' Dr S Nambi Narayanan, the scientist who was accused and then exonerated in the 1994 ISRO spying case, speaks to Rediff.com's Shobha Warrier about his continuing travails and his recent meeting with Narendra Modi.

Profit booking, global cues subdue markets; Nifty holds 8,900

Profit booking, global cues subdue markets; Nifty holds 8,900

Rediff.com7 Sep 2016

Market participants are now awaiting Thursday's meeting of the European Central Bank

Modi's ministers didn't mind Pranab scolding them

Modi's ministers didn't mind Pranab scolding them

Rediff.com21 Jul 2017

The President may not have agreed with the government on many occasions. Not once was this ever made public -- though he told off ministers in private.