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Chandralekha: Rays Of Moon That Made The Waves Change

Chandralekha: Rays Of Moon That Made The Waves Change

Rediff.com19 Apr 2023

'You broke the boundary of what it meant to be an Indian woman and the wife of a diplomat. 'You did not serve tea or sit idly by as men spoke about business matters -- a trope I have seen much too often in Indian and Indian-American households. 'You followed your dreams.'

Who thought 'Calendar' ki bhi date khatam ho jayegi?

Who thought 'Calendar' ki bhi date khatam ho jayegi?

Rediff.com10 Mar 2023

'The Three Musketeers have lost the most talented, generous and loving Musketeer.'

Why a US university had to take down play titled 'Jesus in India'

Why a US university had to take down play titled 'Jesus in India'

Rediff.com18 Nov 2015

A play set in India and to be performed at an American university has been cancelled after its Korean-American playwright objected to casting of white actors as Indian characters and sending a "dehumanising" message to minority students.

10 Classic Malayalam Films On OTT

10 Classic Malayalam Films On OTT

Rediff.com4 May 2023

These films, even at their saddest, darkest and grossest, retain their sense of humour, their sense of proportion, which again is something you associate with a Malayali.

'Will live with Dilip Kumar's memories in my heart'

'Will live with Dilip Kumar's memories in my heart'

Rediff.com9 Jul 2021

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PM to perform asanas in Dehradun as country prepares for Yoga Day

PM to perform asanas in Dehradun as country prepares for Yoga Day

Rediff.com20 Jun 2018

Ahead of the Yoga day, the prime minister posted a video on his Twitter handle giving a message that yoga is a 'passport' to health assurance.

Ali's legend floats like a butterfly through a hometown festival

Ali's legend floats like a butterfly through a hometown festival

Rediff.com9 Jun 2016

A celebration of MuhammadAli's life continued on Wednesday in the late boxing champion's hometown of Louisville, where a daylong "I AmAli" Festival passed his legend on to a new generation through stories and arts and crafts. Craig Davidson, 45, of Louisville, brought his 15- and 11-year-old sons to the festival to pay their last respects. "I grew up as a kid at their age watching his fights," Davidson said. "I knew about his stance during the Vietnam War. ... I just wanted them to know more about him." Ali, whose boxing prowess, showmanship and public opposition to the Vietnam War made him one of the world's most famous people in the turbulent 1960s and '70s, died last Friday of septic shock in an Arizona hospital. He was 74.

Let's Not Forget Father Stan Swamy!

Let's Not Forget Father Stan Swamy!

Rediff.com8 Jul 2023

The tributes to Fr Stan by his associates and his co-accused (which were read out) provided a clue to why his death continues to touch so many.

Jubilee Review: Amazing Winner!

Jubilee Review: Amazing Winner!

Rediff.com7 Apr 2023

Jubilee's irresistible celebration of cinema and all its good, bad, ugly ways lives up to its title, applauds Sukanya Verma.

Army tests India-made surface-to-air missile

Army tests India-made surface-to-air missile

Rediff.com10 Sep 2022

The QRSAM system is unique in its ability to operate on the move, searching for and tracking enemy targets; and then fire on a short halt.

Odd PHOTOS from a mad, mad world

Odd PHOTOS from a mad, mad world

Rediff.com10 Mar 2015

These images from across the globe tell that it is a crazy world out there!

The photo diary of a Pakistani blogger who visited India

The photo diary of a Pakistani blogger who visited India

Rediff.com7 Mar 2018

Be prepared for some overdose of all things Indian!

Navy successfully test-fires anti-ship missile

Navy successfully test-fires anti-ship missile

Rediff.com18 May 2022

This firing is a significant step towards achieving self-reliance in niche missile technology. Navy said.

New Parliament will witness our journey towards Viksit Bharat: Modi

New Parliament will witness our journey towards Viksit Bharat: Modi

Rediff.com28 May 2023

Modi said the new Parliament reflected the aspirations and resolve of the "new India" to set and work towards achieving new targets.

'I will not keep quiet'

'I will not keep quiet'

Rediff.com18 Jan 2022

'If the person is silenced, then everyone else is terrorised and won't speak up.' 'See what happened to Kiran Mane, you will face the same fate.' 'They want to send this message to the world through my example.' 'We have to fight this and show that they cannot throttle everyone.'

How A Wedding Tragedy Saved Lives

How A Wedding Tragedy Saved Lives

Rediff.com22 Feb 2022

Every week, we bring you fascinating videos, chosen by you, through your likes.

Babil Khan Is Already In Primary School!

Babil Khan Is Already In Primary School!

Rediff.com1 Dec 2022

'Qala is the only film in my career where I will be taking baby steps.'

10 Must Watch Mani Ratnam Movies On OTT

10 Must Watch Mani Ratnam Movies On OTT

Rediff.com14 Jun 2023

Deepa Gahlot lists 10 popular Mani Ratnam films that you can watch on streaming platforms.

10 STUNNING Films I Watched In Cannes

10 STUNNING Films I Watched In Cannes

Rediff.com6 Jun 2023

Twelve days of movie madness and 36 films later, Aseem Chhabra lists his top 10 favourite films from this year's Cannes Film Festival.

'Hindutva is the language you speak today'

'Hindutva is the language you speak today'

Rediff.com1 Jun 2023

'Education played the most significant role in entrenchment of Hindutva ideology in coastal Karnataka.' 'Teachers of most of the schools, junior colleges, degree colleges and universities are active agents of Hindutva propaganda.'

Kolkata's Durga Puja gets Unesco's heritage tag, Bengal ecstatic

Kolkata's Durga Puja gets Unesco's heritage tag, Bengal ecstatic

Rediff.com15 Dec 2021

Unesco on Wednesday accorded heritage status to Kolkata's Durga puja festival, bringing glory to the country, with Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee lauding the move.

IAF to get 10 light combat choppers, Army 5 as CCS approves procurement

IAF to get 10 light combat choppers, Army 5 as CCS approves procurement

Rediff.com30 Mar 2022

The defence ministry said 10 helicopters will be for the Indian Air Force and five will be for the Indian Army.

Why Dr Kurien Deserves The Bharat Ratna

Why Dr Kurien Deserves The Bharat Ratna

Rediff.com23 Nov 2021

It is largely due to his vision and efforts that we have almost quadrupled our per capita milk availability in the last 40 years, points out Shailesh Dobhal.

India is having a very French moment

India is having a very French moment

Rediff.com24 Nov 2017

The third Bonjour India is coming to 33 cities!

No, Friends is Not The Best Sitcom Ever!

No, Friends is Not The Best Sitcom Ever!

Rediff.com14 Jul 2023

'The pride of the devoted Seinfeld fan is that he happens to love a show that doesn't take his love for granted, so that even on repeat viewings he is never really sure what directions an episode might take,' observes Sreehari Nair.

Malik hoists tricolour in 'first' I-Day celebration in J-K post Art 370

Malik hoists tricolour in 'first' I-Day celebration in J-K post Art 370

Rediff.com15 Aug 2019

Malik said the step will enable good governance, bring self-reliance and employment opportunities to people Jammu and Kashmir and most importantly the feeling of unity and equality with the rest of the country.

'What happened at Kalakshetra should be an eye-opener'

'What happened at Kalakshetra should be an eye-opener'

Rediff.com11 Apr 2023

'Such a struggle at Kalakshetra is unprecedented.'

Modi to address nation on 9th Sikh guru's 400th birth anniversary

Modi to address nation on 9th Sikh guru's 400th birth anniversary

Rediff.com20 Apr 2022

The programme is focussed on highlighting the teachings of the ninth Sikh guru who sacrificed his life to protect religion and human values, ideals and principles in world history, it noted, adding that he was executed for supporting the religious freedom of Kashmiri Pandits on the orders of Mughal ruler Aurangzeb.

Jalsa Trailer Teases You, Leaves You Wanting More

Jalsa Trailer Teases You, Leaves You Wanting More

Rediff.com9 Mar 2022

Vidya Balan and Shefali Shah are an absolute treat to watch.

Prez to lead nation in celebrating R-Day; 6 Agniveers to take part in parade

Prez to lead nation in celebrating R-Day; 6 Agniveers to take part in parade

Rediff.com26 Jan 2023

President Droupadi Murmu will lead the nation in celebrating the Republic Day, and Egypt's President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi will be the chief guest at the ceremonial event.

PIX: President Kovind confers Padma awards on 73

PIX: President Kovind confers Padma awards on 73

Rediff.com8 Nov 2021

President Ram Nath Kovind presented Padma awards to 73 individuals, some posthumously, at a ceremony held in the Rashtrapati Bhavan here on Monday.

Why Ashwin will go to bed feeling a lot better...

Why Ashwin will go to bed feeling a lot better...

Rediff.com10 Mar 2023

Ashwin has taken 24 wickets in the series so far with an innings left to bowl, but his 6/91 in 47.2 overs will certainly go down as one of his best efforts on a flat deck

Comedian Kunal Kamra's Bengaluru shows cancelled following threats

Comedian Kunal Kamra's Bengaluru shows cancelled following threats

Rediff.com1 Dec 2021

Comedian Kunal Kamra on Wednesday said his upcoming stand-up shows, scheduled to be held in Bengaluru, have been cancelled after the organisers received threats.

10 Lovely Stories From Across The World

10 Lovely Stories From Across The World

Rediff.com24 Mar 2023

Aseem Chhabra highlights 10 films that moved him, films that may show up in theatres near you.

Coach Flick's masterstroke gets Germany back on track

Coach Flick's masterstroke gets Germany back on track

Rediff.com28 Nov 2022

From the 70th minute when striker Niclas Fuellkrug was thrown into the battle, Germany simply looked more German.

The A-W Of Desi Guests At the White House Dinner

The A-W Of Desi Guests At the White House Dinner

Rediff.com24 Jun 2023

The dinner Jill Biden and her husband US President Joe Biden hosted for Indian prime minister Narendra Modi, June 22, at the White House brought together, Indians and Americans from so many firmaments.

Jimmy Fallon shares new photo of baby daughter

Jimmy Fallon shares new photo of baby daughter

Rediff.com18 Feb 2015

Get a lowdown on what's happening in Hollywood.

What's so obscene about Kabir Singh?

What's so obscene about Kabir Singh?

Rediff.com19 Jul 2019

'By ruffling dignified feathers, and by polarising its audience, Kabir Singh has put movies and art back into our public discourse,' says Sreehari Nair.

What Electoral Politics Can Learn From Cricket

What Electoral Politics Can Learn From Cricket

Rediff.com24 Feb 2023

Cricket has taken many steps forward towards excellence and fairness. Electoral politics has a lot of catching up to do, points out Rajeev Bhargava in his fascinating new book Between Hope and Despair.

'Brahmastra has become that film that has given a feeling of hope'

'Brahmastra has become that film that has given a feeling of hope'

Rediff.com15 Sep 2022

'Movie-goers will thrive if you give them what they want.'