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Kannada outfits call off protest against Baahubali 2 release

Kannada outfits call off protest against Baahubali 2 release

Rediff.com22 Apr 2017

The announcement comes a day after Sathyaraj, who plays the role of Kattappa in the movie, apologised.

Don't talk of money when mics are on: Ramdev to BJP candidate

Don't talk of money when mics are on: Ramdev to BJP candidate

Rediff.com18 Apr 2014

In an embarrassment for Ramdev, the yoga guru was caught on TV camera murmuring to Bharatiya Janata Party candidate Mahant Chandnath not to talk about money when mics are on after the latter told him that he was running short of money during electioneering in Alwar constituency.

Luxury bus to Mysore

Luxury bus to Mysore

Rediff.com27 Jun 2005

'Kashmiris have lost the sense of fear'

'Kashmiris have lost the sense of fear'

Rediff.com30 Aug 2019

'It's not only what's been done politically. It's also the way it's been done. It's the suffocating atmosphere.'

Zakir Naik says he will not return to India this year

Zakir Naik says he will not return to India this year

Rediff.com15 Jul 2016

The controversial Islamic preacher also said that his remarks were being blown out of context and that he is a messenger of peace.

India's response to Pakistan's desire for better ties discouraging: Sharif

India's response to Pakistan's desire for better ties discouraging: Sharif

Rediff.com21 Oct 2015

Sharif said the Kashmir issue is the bone of contention between the two neighbours and it will have to be resolved for peace and stability in the region.

The politics of hate is here to stay

The politics of hate is here to stay

Rediff.com10 Oct 2016

Each one of us is guilty of encouraging this hatred and violence of speech and action by laughing at rape jokes, forwarding misogynistic cartoons, giggling at religious bigotry.

EC probes complaints of poll code violation by Modi amid attack from Opposition

EC probes complaints of poll code violation by Modi amid attack from Opposition

Rediff.com14 Dec 2017

The prime minister had violated the model code of conduct by holding a 'roadshow' after voting in the Gujarat assembly polls, Congress chief spokesperson Randeep Singh Surjewala alleged.

3-year-old Sherin laid to rest in private ceremony

3-year-old Sherin laid to rest in private ceremony

Rediff.com1 Nov 2017

Sherin, reported missing on October 7, was found dead in the culvert under a road about 1 kilometre from her home in suburban Dallas on October 22.

Objects spotted in Indonesian waters not from AirAsia plane

Objects spotted in Indonesian waters not from AirAsia plane

Rediff.com29 Dec 2014

The search for the missing AirAsia flight QZ8501 carrying 162 people in the Indonesian waters met a dead end on Monday.

You should be proud despite defeat, Croatia coach tells players

You should be proud despite defeat, Croatia coach tells players

Rediff.com16 Jul 2018

'But that in no way diminishes France's win. Maybe we were a bit unlucky, in the first six games we were favoured by luck'

Uneasy calm in Assam, WB boils over citizenship law

Uneasy calm in Assam, WB boils over citizenship law

Rediff.com15 Dec 2019

Muslims across the country have joined the agitation, apprehending that the move could be a precursor to a country-wide NRC.

Left Behind By Modi

Left Behind By Modi

Rediff.com25 Jun 2019

'The new order cometh, sweeping out the old,' notes Ambassador B S Prakash.

Karunanidhi lashes out at Alagiri for saying Stalin would die in 3 months

Karunanidhi lashes out at Alagiri for saying Stalin would die in 3 months

Rediff.com28 Jan 2014

The sibling rivalry in Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam escalated on Tuesday with its party chief M Karunanidhi saying his elder son Alagiri has talked about the "death" of his younger son Stalin, a charge the Madurai strongman dubbed as baseless.

TVS sets up logistics firm

TVS sets up logistics firm

Rediff.com30 Nov 2004

Is the upgraded Google Daydream View VR better?

Is the upgraded Google Daydream View VR better?

Rediff.com27 Jan 2018

Only a handful of VR headset makers deliver consistently.

Super Cyclone Amphan devastates Bengal, Odisha; 3 dead

Super Cyclone Amphan devastates Bengal, Odisha; 3 dead

Rediff.com21 May 2020

While man and a woman were reported killed when trees came crashing down on them in North 24 Parganas district of West Bengal, a 13-year-old girl died in a similar incident in adjoining Howrah. No casualties have been reported from Odisha yet.

Video Diary: When Messi wore a good luck charm gifted by a journo

Video Diary: When Messi wore a good luck charm gifted by a journo

Rediff.com28 Jun 2018

After the match between Argentina and Iceland, an Argentine journalist hands over to Messi a red ribbon at a post-match press briefing.

Why desis supported Trumpism

Why desis supported Trumpism

Rediff.com14 Nov 2020

In this moment there has to be honest acknowledgement of how so many in our community willingly voted for another four years of Trump, based on the morally flimsiest of reasons, points out Suleman Din.

How Samsung plans to regain the top slot in India

How Samsung plans to regain the top slot in India

Rediff.com14 Feb 2019

After the government backtracked on its plan to impose Customs duty on pricier components, Samsung has decided to begin production of key mobile parts in Noida from April.

Stop violence in name of religion: Celebs to PM

Stop violence in name of religion: Celebs to PM

Rediff.com25 Jul 2019

In the letter dated July 23, the celebrities have said that "exemplary punishment" should be meted out "swiftly and surely" in such cases.

Seems I took a bullet for my Indian colleagues: Aus scribe on his 'sit-down' with Dhoni

Seems I took a bullet for my Indian colleagues: Aus scribe on his 'sit-down' with Dhoni

Rediff.com1 Apr 2016

Australian scribe Samuel Ferris, who was at the receiving end of Mahendra Singh Dhoni's sarcasm-laden jibe for asking about his future plans in international cricket, shared his experience of being invited on the dais by the India skipper.

Rahul meets PM on ordinance row but 'doesn't apologise'

Rahul meets PM on ordinance row but 'doesn't apologise'

Rediff.com2 Oct 2013

After his public outburst against ordinance, Congress Vice President Rahul Gandhi on Wednesday met Prime Minister Manmohan Singh and is understood to have explained his reasons for opposing the move that will protect convicted lawmakers from immediate disqualification.

Sideways bags 7 Golden Globe noms

Sideways bags 7 Golden Globe noms

Rediff.com14 Dec 2004

Did India's secularism die on August 5?

Did India's secularism die on August 5?

Rediff.com20 Aug 2020

'Indian secularism doesn't deserve a tombstone. It needs a new shrine,' argues Shekhar Gupta.

AAP unveils 'more evidence' showing DMK's 'role' in 2G scam

AAP unveils 'more evidence' showing DMK's 'role' in 2G scam

Rediff.com4 Feb 2014

The Aam Aadmi Party on Tuesday claimed that additional "evidence" had emerged about 2G spectrum scam showing alleged roles of Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam chief M Karunanidhi, his daughter Kanimozhi and a top police officer of Tamil Nadu.

Ibrahimovic says Rooney is 'perfect partner'

Ibrahimovic says Rooney is 'perfect partner'

Rediff.com3 Aug 2016

Zlatan Ibrahimovic says he is excited by the prospect of playing alongside Wayne Rooney at Manchester United and described his new team mate as the "perfect partner for a striker".

Is India's economy crashing?

Is India's economy crashing?

Rediff.com3 Jan 2020

'Defence funding is channelled to State-owned research organisations where scientists are merely bureaucrats holding meetings and sending out minutes of meetings and press releases, but have long ago stopped any innovative work.' 'Unless this tragedy is fixed, India's chances to create world-conquering and job-creating new industries are slim,' says Ajit Balakrishnan.

Defiant Pak rejects BRICS declaration on terrorist groups

Defiant Pak rejects BRICS declaration on terrorist groups

Rediff.com5 Sep 2017

Pakistan-based terror groups like the Lashkar-e-Tayiba and the Jaish-e-Mohammed were named on Monday in the Summit declaration of the BRICS countries.

REWIND: India in the last 24 hours

REWIND: India in the last 24 hours

Rediff.com29 Jul 2016

Here's a recap of events that occurred in India in the past 24 hours.

Modi was an adult during marriage: Nagma

Modi was an adult during marriage: Nagma

Rediff.com16 Apr 2014

Congress star campaigner and actress Nagma on Wednesday claimed that Bharatiya Janata Party's prime ministerial candidate Narendra Modi was not a "minor" at the time of his marriage.

Amitabh Bachchan to commentate in India-Pakistan World Cup clash

Amitabh Bachchan to commentate in India-Pakistan World Cup clash

Rediff.com3 Feb 2015

Bollywood legend Amitabh Bachchan is set to make his commentary debut in the much-awaited India-Pakistan cricket World Cup game in Adelaide as part of a promotional activity for his upcoming film Shamitabh.

Qandeel Baloch case: Brother held for Pakistan celebrity's murder

Qandeel Baloch case: Brother held for Pakistan celebrity's murder

Rediff.com17 Jul 2016

In a press conference, Khan admitted that he had drugged and strangled his sister as she had brought 'dishonour to the Baloch name' due to risqu videos and statements that she posted on social media, the Dawn reported.

Wouldn't drive bike after watching the BSF daredevils: Obama

Wouldn't drive bike after watching the BSF daredevils: Obama

Rediff.com26 Jan 2015

US President Barack Obama in awe of BSF bikers at R-Day parade

Was Clinton's UP village visit just a fund raising exercise?

Was Clinton's UP village visit just a fund raising exercise?

Rediff.com17 Jul 2014

Villagers and social workers who witnessed the event felt that it was aimed at raising funds for the Clinton Foundation

Kolkata market fire brought under control after 2 days

Kolkata market fire brought under control after 2 days

Rediff.com18 Sep 2018

At the moment the process of "cooling down" was on at the Bagree Market and 15 fire tenders have been pressed into service for it.

How the I&B minister can clean up the media

How the I&B minister can clean up the media

Rediff.com11 May 2016

The growth of a credible, objective news media business in India requires political will and a belief in free speech.

Mother dangles, drops 2-year-old in cheetah pit at US zoo

Mother dangles, drops 2-year-old in cheetah pit at US zoo

Rediff.com14 Apr 2015

In a bizarre incident, a two-year-old boy fell into a cheetah enclosure at a zoo in the United States after his mother dangled him over the railing and he slipped out of her grasp.

How the Delhi police got Tablighi Jamaat to vacate their headquarters

How the Delhi police got Tablighi Jamaat to vacate their headquarters

Rediff.com2 Apr 2020

Sheela Bhatt narrates the behind-the-scenes action in the Delhi headquarters of Tablighi Jamaat that finally forced the religious sect's compliance with the coronavirus shutdown.