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Rushdie brouhaha is another strike against Free Speech

Rushdie brouhaha is another strike against Free Speech

Rediff.com18 Jan 2012

When Truth dies along with it dies the 'Fabric of Trust' that holds nations and societies together. From raising dishonest questions over the Batla House encounter to raising false bogeys over the Rushdie visit, the Congress stands guilty of causing irreversible damage to that fabric of trust, says Shashi Shekhar.

NCP leader shot dead by Naxals in Gadchiroli

NCP leader shot dead by Naxals in Gadchiroli

Rediff.com14 Apr 2012

A 43-year-old Nationalist Congress Pa rtyleader was shot dead allegedly by five armed Naxalites in Gadchiroli district of Maharashtra, the police said on Saturday.

What ails India's b-school education

What ails India's b-school education

Rediff.com10 Apr 2012

In an exclusive interview with PaGaLGuY, K Ramkumar, executive director (human resources, customer service and operations) at ICICI Bank voices his views about the importance of MBA classroom diversity from a recruiter's perspective, where b-schools are going wrong and what they could do better.

Meet 'Papa's Angel' Honeypreet Insaan, the confidante of Ram Rahim

Meet 'Papa's Angel' Honeypreet Insaan, the confidante of Ram Rahim

Rediff.com27 Aug 2017

Honeypreet, in her thirties, accompanied Ram Rahim Singh when he was brought to the special Central Bureau of Investigation court in Panchkula for the pronouncement of the verdict in the 15-year-old rape case on Friday.

Passwords are most insecure, says a study

Passwords are most insecure, says a study

Rediff.com3 Apr 2012

Passwords are most insecure, says a study

I am a tribal candidate for President, not NCP's: Sangma

I am a tribal candidate for President, not NCP's: Sangma

Rediff.com15 Jun 2012

Ignoring advice from his party, Nationalist Congress Party leader PA Sangma on Friday said he continues to be in the fray for the presidential election as a tribal candidate

Rajasthan govt sacks 10 doctors; strike continues

Rajasthan govt sacks 10 doctors; strike continues

Rediff.com26 Dec 2011

The services of Yaduveer Singh Rathore, Acting CMHO Pali, Dulichand, CMHO Jalore and ten medical officers in different parts of the state were terminated for being involved in the strike and causing huge inconvenience to patients, the official said.

HC stays CBI probe into Chandrababu Naidu's assets case

HC stays CBI probe into Chandrababu Naidu's assets case

Rediff.com13 Dec 2011

In a major relief to Telugu Desam Party president N Chandrababu Naidu, the Andhra Pradesh high court in its interim orders on Tuesday stayed the preliminary probe by the Central Bureau of Investigations into his alleged disproportionate assets.

Why are Jaya and Patnaik rooting for Sangma as President?

Why are Jaya and Patnaik rooting for Sangma as President?

Rediff.com23 May 2012

Political parties may be backing P A Sangma to mount pressure on the Congress high command to pick Pranab Mukherjee for the top post, says Neeraja Chowdhury

Delhi car blast: NSG not allowed to gather data from spot

Delhi car blast: NSG not allowed to gather data from spot

Rediff.com15 Feb 2012

In a surprise departure from norms, investigators of the National Security Guard post-blast study team were not allowed to gather vital data of the terror-struck and burnt Israeli embassy SUV citing "diplomatic reasons".

Asian Chess: Negi sixth after fourth round win

Asian Chess: Negi sixth after fourth round win

Rediff.com9 May 2012

Indian Grandmaster Parimarjan Negi put his second round debacle behind and defeated Mongolian Gundavaa Bayarsaikhan to jump to joint-sixth after the fourth round in the Asian Chess Championship in Ho Chi Min City, Vietnam.

British Open: Hole-in-one icing on the cake for Lahiri

British Open: Hole-in-one icing on the cake for Lahiri

Rediff.com21 Jul 2012

Anirban Lahiri's dream debut run at the 141st Open championships continued unabated as the 25-year-old authored the first ace of the event and then brought home an even par round to stay at par for 54 holes in Royal Lytham (England) on Saturday.

JDU leaders free to quit party and join BJP: Nitish

JDU leaders free to quit party and join BJP: Nitish

Rediff.com9 Jul 2012

In a indication of growing strife between National Democratic Alliance allies in Bihar, Chief Minister Nitish Kumar on Monday said any Janata Dal (United) leader was free to quit the party and join the Bharatiya Janata Party.

Taliban publicly execute Afghan woman for 'adultery'

Taliban publicly execute Afghan woman for 'adultery'

Rediff.com9 Jul 2012

A Taliban love triangle has led to a burqa-clad woman been executed in Afghanistan with an AK47 with baying villagers cheering in delight, a media report said.

Britain assure full security for Indian contingent

Britain assure full security for Indian contingent

Rediff.com10 Apr 2012

British High Commissioner in India, James Bevan called on IOA acting president V K Malhotra and assured full security for the Indian contingent which will take part in the London Olympics.

'I know nothing about cricket'

'I know nothing about cricket'

Rediff.com10 Dec 2019

'It's very rare to see a woman's character so empowered in a cricket-based Web series,' says Sayani Gupta about her new show, Inside Edge 2.

Freshers, be ready for b-school: Here's how!

Freshers, be ready for b-school: Here's how!

Rediff.com27 Jun 2012

If you have just enrolled in b-school and want some gyaan to prepare you for this fresh academic start, here are some helpful tips.

UP BJP MPs up the ante against Kushwaha's entry to party

UP BJP MPs up the ante against Kushwaha's entry to party

Rediff.com6 Jan 2012

Prominent Bhartiya Janata Party leaders on Friday came out openly against their party leadership's decision to induct tainted and ousted Bahujan Samaj Party minister Babu Singh Kushwaha into the party fold.

42 hours later, rescuers struggle to save Mahi

42 hours later, rescuers struggle to save Mahi

Rediff.com22 Jun 2012

The work to rescue the child was hampered by the presence of hard rocks which have come in the way of the link to be established between the borewell and a parallel pit dug up in order to reach her, rescue officials said.

It takes 8 years' savings to buy home in Mumbai, Delhi

It takes 8 years' savings to buy home in Mumbai, Delhi

Rediff.com20 Nov 2012

Hyderabad, Pune most affordable to rent and buy.

Kejriwal flouted rules, Bedi not worried about morality: Digvijay

Kejriwal flouted rules, Bedi not worried about morality: Digvijay

Rediff.com27 Mar 2012

In the backdrop of Team Anna's barbs at Members of Parliament, Congress leader Digvijay Singh on Tuesday accused its members of trying to become "power brokers".

Kejriwal flouted rules, Bedi not worried about morality: Digvijay

Kejriwal flouted rules, Bedi not worried about morality: Digvijay

Rediff.com27 Mar 2012

In the backdrop of Team Anna's barbs at Members of Parliament, Congress leader Digvijay Singh on Tuesday accused its members of trying to become "power brokers".

Management lessons to learn from Anna Hazare's village

Management lessons to learn from Anna Hazare's village

Rediff.com30 Dec 2011

A set of 'uncertified' managers in Ralegan Siddhi, social activitist Anna Hazare's hometown, have been giving management lessons to many B-school students and corporate employees over the years. Read on to find out how they are doing it.

AITA to send one men's doubles team to Olympics

AITA to send one men's doubles team to Olympics

Rediff.com15 Jun 2012

Mahesh Bhupathi and Rohan Bopanna are likely to face the axe for insisting on playing as a team, as the All India Tennis Association selection committee, it seems, has decided to send just one combination for the men's doubles at the Olympics, with Leander Paes being the first choice.

Mayawati slams Centre for returning UP division proposal

Mayawati slams Centre for returning UP division proposal

Rediff.com20 Dec 2011

Taking strong exception to the central government's decision to return the proposal for division of the state into four parts, Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Mayawati on Tuesday flayed the United Progressive Alliance regime for what she termed as "total apathy" towards the issue.

Aid to Pakistan conditioned, NOT cut: US

Aid to Pakistan conditioned, NOT cut: US

Rediff.com16 Dec 2011

The Obama administration on Thursday said that there is no bearing on the current aid structure to the House bill that freezes $ 700 million aid to Pakistan; which a United States State Department spokesperson argued only requires a certification and that too has a waiver clause.

SP storms to power in UP; Akali-BJP retain Punjab

SP storms to power in UP; Akali-BJP retain Punjab

Rediff.com6 Mar 2012

Riding an anti-incumbency wave, the Samajwadi Party on Tuesday stormed to power in Uttar Pradesh dislodging Mayawati while the ruling the Akali Dal-BJP combine sprang a surprise retaining power in Punjab and creating a history in the state by breaking a 46-year jinx.

Was Kangana's National Award calculated?

Was Kangana's National Award calculated?

Rediff.com29 Mar 2021

'Of all artists who openly support the current political dispensation, she is far and away the finest,' argues Sreehari Nair. 'With the exception of perhaps Tabu, no Indian actress has done more to extend the range of the feminine mystique in Hindi cinema.'

HSC result: Girls outperform boys in Maharashtra again!

HSC result: Girls outperform boys in Maharashtra again!

Rediff.com25 May 2012

While the overall pass percentage for the state is 74.46 per cent, maximum number of girls have passed from Konkan region.

Lt Gens seek legal action against defence secy

Lt Gens seek legal action against defence secy

Rediff.com31 Aug 2011

Two serving lieutenant generals have approached the Armed Forces Tribunal seeking criminal contempt proceedings against the defence secretary, accusing him of "open defiance" of the tribunal's orders.

Another member of Mayawati ministry in Lokayukta net

Another member of Mayawati ministry in Lokayukta net

Rediff.com30 Nov 2011

Uttar Pradesh Lokayukta has launched an inquiry against yet another minister in the Mayawati government for alleged misuse of office, just days after the ombudsman recommended sacking of the fifth member of her ministry.

Why Headley, Rana are UNLIKELY to be extradited

Why Headley, Rana are UNLIKELY to be extradited

Rediff.com23 Feb 2012

The Indo-US extradition treaty may pose a major hindrance to India's efforts to produce David Headley and Tahawwur Rana before a Delhi court over the Mumbai attacks, as it does not allow handover of a person already convicted or acquitted for the offence he has been sought for.

Warner's century helps Delhi crush Deccan

Warner's century helps Delhi crush Deccan

Rediff.com10 May 2012

David Warner blasted his way to an unbeaten 54-ball 109 as he steered Delhi Daredevils to a crushing nine-wicket win over Deccan Chargers.

Five self-rationalising ways to cope with your CAT results

Five self-rationalising ways to cope with your CAT results

Rediff.com28 Jan 2011

It's a while since CAT results are out: While some passed with flying colours others were not as fortunate. Nevertheless there is always hope. In hope's absence there is rationalisation and hilariousness. Here's a comic exercise that mixes the two. Enjoy!

9 Pakistanis, B'deshis jailed for London terror plot

9 Pakistanis, B'deshis jailed for London terror plot

Rediff.com10 Feb 2012

Nine British-Asians of Pakistani and Bangladeshi-origin were on Thursday jailed for plotting to bomb the London Stock Exchange and to organise a terrorist training camp in Pakistan.

Former DMK minister's secy held for land grabbing

Former DMK minister's secy held for land grabbing

Rediff.com5 Aug 2011

In the continuing crackdown by the All India Anna Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam government on land grabbing, the personal assistant of former Dravida Munnetra Kazhaga minister Pongalur N Palanisamy and a DMK general council member were among four people arrested on Friday on charges of land grabbing at Chettipalayam area on the city's outskirts. The arrests followed a complaint from one Gunasekaran of Peramanallur near Tirupur.

Mah-CET topper on just how he cracked the test!

Mah-CET topper on just how he cracked the test!

Rediff.com23 Apr 2012

As the last ever results for the Maharashtra management Common Entrance Test are declared, a topper says CAT prep was enough to get a good score.

Vaughan questions Pakistan's 2000 Karachi Test loss

Vaughan questions Pakistan's 2000 Karachi Test loss

Rediff.com2 Nov 2011

A day after Salman Butt and Mohammed Asif were convicted for spot-fixing, former England skipper Michael Vaughan suspects that a Test match against Pakistan in 2000 might have been fixed.

Opposition urges Patil to give up Home portfolio

Opposition urges Patil to give up Home portfolio

Rediff.com26 Jul 2011

The Opposition in Maharashtra legislative assembly on Tuesday took the government to task over its "apathetic" and "negligent" attitude towards the security concerns of the metropolis and said it had lost the moral right to continue in office.

US to its cos: Tap Indian middle class consumers

US to its cos: Tap Indian middle class consumers

Rediff.com20 Jul 2011

Concerned over the escalating competition from India and China, a top US official has asked the American companies to "flex muscles" and tap the expanding middle class in these countries.