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'This is the time to be an actor'

'This is the time to be an actor'

Rediff.com9 Oct 2023

'If OTT platforms had not come in, we would not get this second lease of life.'

Video: The seat belt song flash mob that took over Auto Expo 2018

Video: The seat belt song flash mob that took over Auto Expo 2018

Rediff.com14 Feb 2018

Watch the flash mob that take over Auto Expo 2018.

Lankan Oppn to move no-trust motion against Gotabaya govt

Lankan Oppn to move no-trust motion against Gotabaya govt

Rediff.com8 Apr 2022

The SJB has begun to collect signatures from MPs for the no-confidence motion, according to media reports.

US hopes Indo-Pak talks will help 'normalise ties'

US hopes Indo-Pak talks will help 'normalise ties'

Rediff.com25 Feb 2010

On the eve of the first post 26/11 Indo-Pak foreign secretary talks, the US is optimistic about it resulting in a sustained dialogue between the two for moving towards a more normalised relation.

Preparation For Biparjoy Paid Dividends

Preparation For Biparjoy Paid Dividends

Rediff.com17 Jun 2023

No lives were lost after cyclone Biparjoy made landfall. Preparations for Biparjoy were not only extensive, they were also telecast far and wide. Ahead of the cyclone's landfall, Shyam G Menon observes there was considerable publicity on how much the government was geared up to face the storm and its aftermath.

Despite denials, UN statement on J&K is a mystery

Despite denials, UN statement on J&K is a mystery

Rediff.com4 Aug 2010

"Ban's spokesperson issued the e-mail on his own, misquoting the secretary general. And some of the separatist leaders tried to exploit it by claiming that the SG is calling for dialogue between India and Pakistan on the Kashmir issue," the sources said. "The issue has been settled despite what some news media is claiming."

Umpiring caused Sydney furore: Lee

Umpiring caused Sydney furore: Lee

Rediff.com23 Jan 2008

Australian pace spearhead Brett Lee feels the Sydney Test furore that almost derailed India's cricket tour Down Under was a result of "contentious umpiring" and the World champions' much-cricticised behaviour was in no way responsible for the controversy.

Would Manipur Violence Have Continued If...

Would Manipur Violence Have Continued If...

Rediff.com28 Jul 2023

...the BJP's template of operation was different or if the Centre and the state were ruled by dissimilar parties? asks Shyam G Menon.

Foreign Minister Krishna serves PTI legal notice

Foreign Minister Krishna serves PTI legal notice

Rediff.com5 Aug 2011

In an extraordinary step, External Affairs Minister S M Krishna on Friday served a legal notice on Press Trust of India for reporting that he appeared to be absentminded when called upon to make a statement by the Lok Sabha Speaker.

PM Hasina's Awami League closer to landslide win in Bangladesh polls

PM Hasina's Awami League closer to landslide win in Bangladesh polls

Rediff.com7 Jan 2024

Bangladeshis on Sunday began voting in the general elections expected to be won by Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina in the absence of the main Opposition Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) which is boycotting it.

Terror group behind coup has 'infiltrated' India, warns Turkey

Terror group behind coup has 'infiltrated' India, warns Turkey

Rediff.com21 Aug 2016

Fethullah Gulen Terrorist Organisation, blamed for last month's failed coup to topple President Tayyip Erdogan in Turkey, has infiltrated" India, according to Turkish Foreign Minister Mevlut Cavusoglu.

A ringside view of Salman Khurshid's press conference

A ringside view of Salman Khurshid's press conference

Rediff.com15 Oct 2012

The rebuttal of charges of forged signatures and absent beneficiaries by Zakir Hussain Memorial trust climaxed, literally, on Sunday, when during a media interaction Union Law Minister Salman Khurshid and the director of the trust, his wife Louise Khurshid, reproduced Rangee Mistri, a beneficiary, before mediapersons. Priyanka reports from New Delhi.

Bush interviews provoke media anger

Bush interviews provoke media anger

Rediff.com21 Feb 2006

IAF won't share details on Rafale deal

IAF won't share details on Rafale deal

Rediff.com5 Feb 2017

The IAF said the details are held by it in fiduciary

Maharashtra Dy CM Patil resigns

Maharashtra Dy CM Patil resigns

Rediff.com1 Dec 2008

Mahrashtra Dy Cm resigns

India, Pak need to develop trust: Kasuri

India, Pak need to develop trust: Kasuri

Rediff.com27 Nov 2006

Mukherjee will travel to Pakistan on January 13 to invite President Pervez Musharraf for the SAARC summit to be held here in early April and hold 'substantive talks' with Kasuri.

Govt moves CLB to supersede boards of Maytas firms

Govt moves CLB to supersede boards of Maytas firms

Rediff.com18 Feb 2009

The government on Tuesday moved the Company Law Board to remove the current directors of Maytas Infrastructure and Maytas Properties from their respective boards and declare them ineligible for appointment as directors of any other company. The CLB will consider the matter on February 24.

US cops foil Khalistan supporters' attempt to attack Indian mission

US cops foil Khalistan supporters' attempt to attack Indian mission

Rediff.com26 Mar 2023

A group of Khalistan supporters gathered in front of the Indian Embassy in Washington, DC and many of their speakers tried to incite violence, but timely intervention by an alert United States Secret Service and local police prevented a repeat of London and San Francisco incidents of vandalism at the mission.

Scribes covering Nandigram violence assaulted

Scribes covering Nandigram violence assaulted

Rediff.com14 Mar 2007

About 30 CPI-M men at Riapara stopped Gouranga Deb Hazra, PTI's East Midnapore district correspondent, who was riding pillion on a motorcycle, on his way to Chandipur from Nandigram around noon.

We don't want to see India vs Pak final: Jos Buttler

We don't want to see India vs Pak final: Jos Buttler

Rediff.com9 Nov 2022

Buttler backed England to win the semi-final against India on November 10 to deny cricket fans a high-voltage recap of the 2007 T20 World Cup final

What has become of the Royal Challenge whiskey?

What has become of the Royal Challenge whiskey?

Rediff.com14 Aug 2009

The brand actually fell between two stools -- the beer went to SABMiller and the whiskey to Mallya. Who should promote it?

India should have settled PoK question during 1971 war: Rajnath

India should have settled PoK question during 1971 war: Rajnath

Rediff.com26 Sep 2022

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Monday said that decision on Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK) should have been taken during 1971 war between India and the neighbouring country.

Harbhajan may undergo operation in US

Harbhajan may undergo operation in US

Rediff.com14 Jun 2003

The offspinner is likely to undergo the operation at the same Baltimore hospital as Sachin Tendulkar.

Chhattisgarh bans Naxal outfits

Chhattisgarh bans Naxal outfits

Rediff.com5 Sep 2005

Chhattisgarh government on Monday decided to ban Naxalite organisations in the state, 2 days after a landmine blast triggered by them, left 23 security personnel dead.

Is Faith Above Science?

Is Faith Above Science?

Rediff.com9 Aug 2023

Against the backdrop of Kerala's appetite for commonsense, it was assumed that this controversy would pass. Respect for rationalism and scientific outlook is strong in the state despite political forces gnawing at it for their own goals, observes Shyam G Menon.

Tendulkar doubtful for match against Pakistan

Tendulkar doubtful for match against Pakistan

Rediff.com20 Aug 2004

Skipper Sourav Ganguly revealed that his star opening batsman is suffering from a tennis elbow. He may be replaced by Rohan Gavaskar.

Ruling on imported cars to benefit hotels

Ruling on imported cars to benefit hotels

Rediff.com29 May 2008

Indian Hotels, which owns the chain of Taj hotels and East India Hotels, may gain from a tax court ruling that allows hoteliers to claim depreciation and tax benefits on imported cars which are used to ferry tourists.

Modi thanks Gehlot for attending his event 'despite political tussle'

Modi thanks Gehlot for attending his event 'despite political tussle'

Rediff.com12 Apr 2023

The prime minister was addressing the flagging-off ceremony of the Vande Bharat Express through video conferencing.

Democracy in our veins, no discrimination against minorities: Modi

Democracy in our veins, no discrimination against minorities: Modi

Rediff.com23 Jun 2023

India believes in sabka saath, sabka vikas, sabka vishwas, sabka prayaas and walks ahead with it, Modi said.

Bhandarkar granted securty cover

Bhandarkar granted securty cover

Rediff.com22 Sep 2005

Bhandarkar had sought security cover earlier this week.

Poll panel puts finmin on the mat

Poll panel puts finmin on the mat

Rediff.com23 Apr 2004

Journalist assaulted, robbed in Mumbai

Journalist assaulted, robbed in Mumbai

Rediff.com22 Aug 2005

A senior journalist was assaulted and robbed at knife-point near the domestic airport in Mumbai on Sunday night while he was proceeding to the international airport to take a flight to Zimbabwe.

Ready to work with India for 'steady growth' of ties: Chinese FM

Ready to work with India for 'steady growth' of ties: Chinese FM

Rediff.com25 Dec 2022

Addressing a symposium on the international situation and China's foreign relations in 2022, Wang said both countries have maintained communication through diplomatic and military-to-military channels.

Player breakdowns cause for concern: Vengsarkar

Player breakdowns cause for concern: Vengsarkar

Rediff.com28 May 2007

Selection committee chairman Dilip Vengsarkar says it is physio John Gloster and trainer Gregory King's responsibility to find out the reasons for players breaking down on tour.

Ratan Tata rides an army tank

Ratan Tata rides an army tank

Rediff.com8 Nov 2004

#WinnersDoThis: Geeta Phogat's 'muqaddar ka sikandar' moment

#WinnersDoThis: Geeta Phogat's 'muqaddar ka sikandar' moment

Rediff.com13 Sep 2017

In this series, we bring you your weekly shot of wisdom from super achievers.

Jharkhand minister escapes blast

Jharkhand minister escapes blast

Rediff.com24 Sep 2005

Ekka told Press Trust of India over phone that he was apparently the target of the extremists.

Mirwaiz to meet Musharraf in New York

Mirwaiz to meet Musharraf in New York

Rediff.com7 Sep 2005

Mirwaiz will be in New York for the Organisation of Islamic Conference general council meeting and Musharraf would be there to attend the United Nations General Assembly meeting.

No twin centres of power, says Rahul

No twin centres of power, says Rahul

Rediff.com9 Jun 2004

Rahul Gandhi, Congress member of Parliament from Amethi and scion of the Gandhi-Nehru family, today denied that there were two 'centres of power' in the Union government