News for 'Parrot'

Family, friends rejoice at Sukma collector's release

Family, friends rejoice at Sukma collector's release

Rediff.com4 May 2012

"I feel happy as a parrot that has just been let off from a cage," said Varadhas, father of Sukma Collector Alex Paul Menon, who was released after being held in captivity by Maoists for 13 days.

Kangana should shift if she thinks Mumbai is PoK: Sena

Kangana should shift if she thinks Mumbai is PoK: Sena

Rediff.com14 Sep 2020

'Kangana Ranaut is not only the Sena's issue, but also of those who love Mumbai and Maharashtra'

What Salman Khan likes -- and HATES -- about Bigg Boss!

What Salman Khan likes -- and HATES -- about Bigg Boss!

Rediff.com17 Sep 2012

Salman Khan tells us what to expect on Bigg Boss 6.

How Aditya Chopra Changed Divya Dutta's Life

How Aditya Chopra Changed Divya Dutta's Life

Rediff.com29 Nov 2021

In life, you always need that someone who directs you to the right path, who shows you the way. In my case, I was very fortunate it was Aditya Chopra.

Arnab's arrest is not revenge politics: Shiv Sena

Arnab's arrest is not revenge politics: Shiv Sena

Rediff.com4 Nov 2020

"Proper procedure of law is followed in Maharashtra. Police can take action against anyone if they have evidence. The state government hasn't acted out of revenge," Raut told reporters when asked about Goswami's arrest.

I for once hope the PM says 'to hell with the allies'

I for once hope the PM says 'to hell with the allies'

Rediff.com16 Jan 2012

'I am sick of hearing the prime minister parrot the 'compulsions of coalition government' line, says Vipin Vijayan. 'I for once hope he says, "This is what I will do. You have a problem, go hang!"'

The most absurd songs in Bollywood

The most absurd songs in Bollywood

Rediff.com15 Apr 2011

These lyrics give nothing away!

2G: Swan, Zebra, Tiger... and Reliance ADAG's trick

2G: Swan, Zebra, Tiger... and Reliance ADAG's trick

Rediff.com5 Apr 2011

A CBI chargesheet bares the extent to which companies associated with Reliance ADAG allegedly indulged in financial subterfuge through a complex maze of transactions.

Serious Men review

Serious Men review

Rediff.com1 Oct 2020

Serious Men is one of the sharpest movies of Sudhir Mishra's career, observes Sukanya Verma.

'Bengal-centric rail budget' talk upsets Mamata

'Bengal-centric rail budget' talk upsets Mamata

Rediff.com24 Feb 2010

Dismissing suggestions that the Rail Budget was West Bengal-centric, Railway Minister Mamata Banerjee on Wednesday said those raising the issue are 'humiliating' the state and advised journalists not to ask 'politically manipulative' questions.

Cong demands SC-monitored CBI probe into Vyapam scam

Cong demands SC-monitored CBI probe into Vyapam scam

Rediff.com5 Jul 2015

Terming the spate of deaths associated with the Vyapam scam as "extremely intriguing and deeply suspicious", Congress today demanded a Supreme Court monitored CBI investigation into the matter.

'Not scared of the BJP': Lalu puts up brave front amid I-T raids

'Not scared of the BJP': Lalu puts up brave front amid I-T raids

Rediff.com16 May 2017

The RJD chief rapped the BJP for "sensing an opportunity to destabilise the Grand Alliance government in Bihar" and asserted that the coalition was "intact".

Why CBI went after Sebi officers for Saradha, not Sahara

Why CBI went after Sebi officers for Saradha, not Sahara

Rediff.com15 Apr 2021

It is intriguing that the CBI has shown little interest in the most scandalous and biggest collective investment scheme ever, from the Sahara group, asserts Debashis Basu.

'Never experienced a lockdown in 80 yrs'

'Never experienced a lockdown in 80 yrs'

Rediff.com3 Jun 2020

'I have worked every day of my life for the last 62 years and suddenly there is a cap on doctors over 55, who are not allowed to practice.' Dr Dolly Gurbaxani shares her lockdown experience.

BOO today's remarkably dumb neta: Bhim Singh

BOO today's remarkably dumb neta: Bhim Singh

Rediff.com8 Aug 2013

If you ever thought that India's lawmakers could not get any worse, think again!

Sports Shorts: Prajnesh stuns World No. 67 Millman

Sports Shorts: Prajnesh stuns World No. 67 Millman

Rediff.com30 Jul 2019

Summary of sports events and persons who made news on Tuesday

Braila Lake renamed after Salim Ali

Braila Lake renamed after Salim Ali

Rediff.com9 May 2007

The lake, situated at Braila village under Patepur block, is a lifeline to several biological creatures like Pragmitis, Tifa, Hydrila, Utroculeria and other micro-organisms.

'Of course Modi does not like dehati aurat'

'Of course Modi does not like dehati aurat'

Rediff.com30 Sep 2013

Slamming Narendra Modi, External Affairs Minister Salman Khurshid on Monday said that the Bharatiya Janata Party leader's attack on Prime Minister Manmohan Singh over the purported dehati aurat (village woman) remark shows that he does not like village women and likened him to a "parrot" who makes utterances without verifying facts.

Remarks against Jaitley based on info from Kejriwal: Kumar Vishwas to HC

Remarks against Jaitley based on info from Kejriwal: Kumar Vishwas to HC

Rediff.com3 May 2018

Vishwas said before making an apology, he wants to know if Kejriwal lied earlier.

TV stars get wet for Holi

TV stars get wet for Holi

Rediff.com5 Mar 2007

Hussain, Tina and several small screen celebs had a blast at the Zoom Holi party.

Pics: When models get candid

Pics: When models get candid

Rediff.com2 Mar 2016

These pretty desi models are living a queen's life.

Time to move on from mandir-masjid saga

Time to move on from mandir-masjid saga

Rediff.com8 Oct 2020

Applying balm on the wounds of the two religious groups is a better course of action for the rulers. Common sense dictates the verdict be accepted in good grace by all sides, suggests Virendra Kapoor.

What's the truth about the fiscal deficit?

What's the truth about the fiscal deficit?

Rediff.com15 Oct 2019

'Why do we make finance ministers go into contortions, to tell us that near 6% is 3.5%?' 'Why not encourage more open and full accounting so that the country knows the real picture,' asks T N Ninan.

Going to war will cost China and Xi dear

Going to war will cost China and Xi dear

Rediff.com17 Sep 2020

'How Xi Jinping will withdraw the aggression and justify it to his Communist party in case of a negotiated settlement might be his biggest headache.' 'Unless he is ready to gamble on an armed conflict, whose outcome given India's battle-readiness and determination is always uncertain,' observes Virendra Kapoor.

Kangana gets Y-plus category security from Centre, thanks Shah

Kangana gets Y-plus category security from Centre, thanks Shah

Rediff.com7 Sep 2020

Ranaut, who had said she feared Mumbai Police after the death of actor Sushant Singh Rajput and likened the Maharashtra capital to Pakistan occupied Kashmir, thanked Union Home Minister Amit Shah and declared that no one could crush a patriot.

Trump halts funding to WHO, says it failed in basic duty

Trump halts funding to WHO, says it failed in basic duty

Rediff.com15 Apr 2020

The Trump administration has accused WHO of taking side with China in the coronavirus outbreak that has brought America's economy to a standstill.

Ben Affleck weds Jennifer

Ben Affleck weds Jennifer

Rediff.com1 Jul 2005

Ben Affleck married his Daredevil co-star Jennifer Garner on Wednesday.

Ram Madhav withdraws charge that NC acted at Pak behest in J-K

Ram Madhav withdraws charge that NC acted at Pak behest in J-K

Rediff.com22 Nov 2018

'I take back my comment, but, now that you proved it was genuine love between the NC and the PDP that prompted a failed govt formation attempt'

'Farmers will wipe out the BJP in elections'

'Farmers will wipe out the BJP in elections'

Rediff.com7 Oct 2020

'They will not get more than two seats in Haryana if elections are held now.'

All powerful CBI chief without checks risky: Centre to SC

All powerful CBI chief without checks risky: Centre to SC

Rediff.com2 Aug 2013

Setting the stage for a standoff in the Supreme Court on the autonomy issue, an assertive Centre on Friday junked Central Bureau of Investigation's stand for more power for its director with a minimum three-year term, saying an all powerful chief without checks and balances entails the risk of "potential misuse".

Skydiving magic, bungee dunk! It's Guinness World Records Day

Skydiving magic, bungee dunk! It's Guinness World Records Day

Rediff.com21 Nov 2016

From the highest dunk of a biscuit into a cup of tea by a bungee jumper to the most magic tricks performed during a skydive, the adventurous and imaginative marked Guinness World Records Day on Thursday with all sorts of feats. Over the next 24 hours, more than 600,000 people worldwide will try to enter the history books in the most original, daring, and wacky way possible. Here's a look at some of the year's best.

PHOTO ALBUM: PM Modi charms Canada

PHOTO ALBUM: PM Modi charms Canada

Rediff.com16 Apr 2015

Here are some of the top moments from his visit to Ottawa and Toronto.

FREEZE! Animals on the Prowl

FREEZE! Animals on the Prowl

Rediff.com9 Sep 2021

Take a look at some of the jaw-dropping images.

What Mamata can learn from this actor

What Mamata can learn from this actor

Rediff.com17 Apr 2021

'The power of love is the greatest power in the world.' 'Add a smile and you can conquer the world,' Bengali actor June Maliah, the Trinamool Congress's candidate for the Medinipur constituency, tells Swarupa Dutt/Rediff.com.

Pakistan can't defeat terrorists if it doesn't kill extremism, says US scholar

Pakistan can't defeat terrorists if it doesn't kill extremism, says US scholar

Rediff.com22 Jan 2016

Scholar Michael Kugelman said that until Pakistan is willing to target extremists operating within the country, ordinary Pakistanis will continue to suffer.

Song sung blue

Song sung blue

Rediff.com2 Jan 2003

Why is India Inc so scared all the time?

Why is India Inc so scared all the time?

Rediff.com13 Dec 2019

'India Inc has been afraid to criticise the government of the day for many years now, and it is perhaps unfair to blame the current one alone,' says Shyamal Majumdar.

Anil Kumar Sinha appointed new CBI Director

Anil Kumar Sinha appointed new CBI Director

Rediff.com3 Dec 2014

Senior IPS officer Anil Kumar Sinha was on Tuesday night appointed the new CBI Director to succeed Ranjit Sinha who retired in a glare of controversy with the Supreme Court directing him to recuse from 2G spectrum scam case probe.

StyleDiaries: Kangana wows, Sunny fails

StyleDiaries: Kangana wows, Sunny fails

Rediff.com23 Dec 2016

We round off the week with some of the good, bad and ugly looks.

Vote: Taimur the most unusual celeb baby name of 2016?

Vote: Taimur the most unusual celeb baby name of 2016?

Rediff.com21 Dec 2016

Boomer, River Rocket, Ode Mountain -- what were these celeb parents thinking?