News for 'Penguin'

Is Nirav Modi a Suicide Risk?

Is Nirav Modi a Suicide Risk?

Rediff.com19 Apr 2021

The British home secretary has granted permission for jeweller Nirav Modi's extradition to India. During their arguments in a London court, his lawyers claimed Modi suffers from mental illness and is a suicide risk if he was sent to Mumbai's Arthur Road jail. A fascinating excerpt from Danish Khan and Ruhi Khan's Escaped: True Stories Of Indian Fugitives In London.

Manushi Chhillar and the making of a Miss World

Manushi Chhillar and the making of a Miss World

Rediff.com20 Nov 2017

In photos: A Miss India's journey to the Miss World crown.

Where's the party tonight?

Where's the party tonight?

Rediff.com11 Apr 2020

Nikita Puri lists ways to keep yourself entertained during the lockdown.

Beautiful Life Lessons from Buddy Hirani

Beautiful Life Lessons from Buddy Hirani

Rediff.com4 Jul 2018

'Buddy knows more about Raju's films because he sits in the editing room.' 'He has seen Sanju a number of times already!'

Wildlife Photographer of the Year 2019: Stunning shots of animals

Wildlife Photographer of the Year 2019: Stunning shots of animals

Rediff.com5 Dec 2019

Humans rarely get to glimpse the animal kingdom up-close. But, the Wildlife Photographer of the Year contest, which is developed and produced by the Natural History Museum in London, offers a peek into the lives of species around the world. The competition has just revealed the shortlist of 25 photos for the LUMIX People's Choice Award. Voting is open until February 4, 2020, and the overall winner will be announced in February.

Advance booking: What to read in 2008

Advance booking: What to read in 2008

Rediff.com25 Jan 2008

From Amitav Ghosh to Jhumpa Lahiri and Nandan Nilekani, there are some interesting books on the anvil.

Nandan Nilekani to write a book

Nandan Nilekani to write a book

Rediff.com13 Aug 2007

Infosys Technologies co-chairman Nandan Nilekani is working on a book "on weekends". The book, to be published by Penguin, will be out next year.

Potter spell on bookstores yet again

Potter spell on bookstores yet again

Rediff.com29 Jun 2007

It will be some time before the literary world knows another sensation like Harry Potter

When Mallya bought Lewis Hamilton's dad's home

When Mallya bought Lewis Hamilton's dad's home

Rediff.com19 Mar 2021

This property has all the hallmarks of being owned and occupied by Vijay Mallya. A fleet of supercars making their way down the drive, hordes of people descending to party all night long and a constant delivery of goods and services.

What makes a great manager

What makes a great manager

Rediff.com11 Sep 2007

The Case of the Bonsai Manager is not about plants or Perry Mason. It's about today's managers who, author, R Gopalakrishnan suggests, need to learn to be more intuitional in decision-making.

Linux makes inroads into Microsoft's domain

Linux makes inroads into Microsoft's domain

Rediff.com2 Aug 2007

Linux has over 300 variants, of which the offerings from Red Hat and Novell are the most popular because the firms provide support and maintenance -- the OS is free.

Karunanidhi saw the 2G episode -- from the leak of the CAG report to the weak defence put forth by Congress leaders -- as politically motivated

Karunanidhi saw the 2G episode -- from the leak of the CAG report to the weak defence put forth by Congress leaders -- as politically motivated

Rediff.com9 Apr 2021

Karunanidhi was convinced that using the 2G cases against the DMK and reopening the fodder case against Lalu Prasad Yadav were products of the Congress leadership's short-sightedness. A revealing excerpt from A S Panneerselvan's Karunanidhi: A Life.

10 business bestsellers

10 business bestsellers

Rediff.com22 Jun 2006

Now, bring fiction to life on Twitter

Now, bring fiction to life on Twitter

Rediff.com10 Mar 2014

From March 12 a five-day virtual writing celebration called the Twitter Fiction Festival will be held entirely on the social networking site in which anyone can join and tell stories.

Recipe: Mawa Madeleines, Mango and Old Monk Trifle

Recipe: Mawa Madeleines, Mango and Old Monk Trifle

Rediff.com6 Feb 2020

These three recipes by Pamela Timms will make for the perfect weekend treat.

Poetry mixed with reality

Poetry mixed with reality

Rediff.com26 Aug 2005

Have you checked out these new book releases?

Why Weight Loss is provocative

Why Weight Loss is provocative

Rediff.com20 Feb 2006

Bond bows down to Happy Feet

Bond bows down to Happy Feet

Rediff.com20 Nov 2006

The animated film tops the US box office, James Bond comes second.

The modern Mills and Boon

The modern Mills and Boon

Rediff.com14 Nov 2005

Seth's final stop: Delhi

Seth's final stop: Delhi

Rediff.com21 Oct 2005

Anand to bring out chess books

Anand to bring out chess books

Rediff.com16 Dec 2003

Penguin Books India will publish the World Rapid champion's autobiography and a book on how to play chess.

Section 66A has gone, but here are other hurdles to free speech

Section 66A has gone, but here are other hurdles to free speech

Rediff.com24 Mar 2015

On Tuesday, Section 66A of Information Technology Act was struck down. However, these other laws could still spell trouble for free speech

How stress can help you succeed

How stress can help you succeed

Rediff.com18 Jan 2006

Kite Runner author Khaled Hosseini's next book tackles Syrian refugee crisis

Kite Runner author Khaled Hosseini's next book tackles Syrian refugee crisis

Rediff.com22 Feb 2018

Remember the heartbreaking image of the dead 3-year-old boy washed up on a beach?

Why Goddess Adi Shakti became Durga

Why Goddess Adi Shakti became Durga

Rediff.com17 Oct 2020

Seeing Durgamasura ready for a war, the goddess appeared in her warrior form. Let's celebrate the beginning of Navratri with this lovely excerpt from Nava Durga.

The ultimate routine to fight BURNOUT

The ultimate routine to fight BURNOUT

Rediff.com23 Oct 2019

Stay away from your phone until you are done with breakfast. Respond to your e-mails at fixed times. Read a book or practise five minutes of mindfulness.

Trump slams NFL, 'so proud' of NASCAR

Trump slams NFL, 'so proud' of NASCAR

Rediff.com25 Sep 2017

US President Donald Trump praised fans of NASCAR racing on Monday morning after he triggered protests on football fields across the country with criticism of NFL and other athletes who kneel during the national anthem as unpatriotic.

SEE: The MILIND SOMAN Interview

SEE: The MILIND SOMAN Interview

Rediff.com12 Mar 2020

He is 54, but looks far better than he did when he was a supermodel in his 20s and 30s. Cooler still is his vibe. Vaihayasi Pande Daniel catches up with Milind Soman, fitness icon and businessman.

The Incomparable Ved Mehta

The Incomparable Ved Mehta

Rediff.com11 Jan 2021

On a visit to India in 2013, writer Ved Mehta -- who passed into the ages on Sunday January 10, 2021 - gave Rediff.com's Vaihayasi Pande Daniel a rare glimpse into his state of mind and what he thinks of the changes he encounters in his motherland.

David Davidar remembers a master chronicler of India's history

David Davidar remembers a master chronicler of India's history

Rediff.com17 Apr 2015

'His genius lay in taking his books of history to another level altogether.' David Davidar's moving tribute to genius historian Abraham Eraly, who passed away in Puducherry last week at the age of 81.

India, an Islamic nation!

India, an Islamic nation!

Rediff.com8 Jul 2003

How NIIT became a big success in China

How NIIT became a big success in China

Rediff.com18 Feb 2020

The job placement rate for students trained by NIIT in China is over 90 per cent.' A revealing excerpt from Saibal Dasgupta's Running With The Dragon: How India Should Do Business With China.

'I tried my best to live a dream with her'

'I tried my best to live a dream with her'

Rediff.com14 Feb 2020

'Here is a love story that every girl desires, but few get to live.'

'It's normal to get attracted to your colleagues'

'It's normal to get attracted to your colleagues'

Rediff.com12 Feb 2020

An excerpt from Sara Naveed's book The World Between Us.

Parineeti Chopra's Amazing Australian holiday

Parineeti Chopra's Amazing Australian holiday

Rediff.com24 Apr 2018

Exploring the country like never before.

Cricket Buzz: Mithali set to write on her personal life

Cricket Buzz: Mithali set to write on her personal life

Rediff.com5 Oct 2017

Mithali Raj will come out with her autobiography next year which will provide a candid and revealing look into her personal and sporting life.

WTF News! It's Weird, True and Funny

WTF News! It's Weird, True and Funny

Rediff.com13 Feb 2015

Here's your weekly digest of the craziest and funniest stories from around the world.

Now, an app to help you face whatever life throws at you

Now, an app to help you face whatever life throws at you

Rediff.com19 Sep 2017

Shameen Alauddin finds out more about Touchkin which has raised $1.3 million to develop an artificial intelligence coach for your behavioural and mental health.

Toni Morrison: Despots won't lose control over media

Toni Morrison: Despots won't lose control over media

Rediff.com7 Aug 2019

This excerpt, from her recently released Mouth Full Of Blood (February 19, 2019), reflects what is happening in many countries across the world today.