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The Best Songs of Tamil Lyricist Vaali

The Best Songs of Tamil Lyricist Vaali

Rediff.com19 Jul 2013

Having started in the mid-1960s, Vaali went on to pen nearly 10,000 songs in his five-decade-long career.

'No space for national parties in Tamil Nadu'

'No space for national parties in Tamil Nadu'

Rediff.com8 May 2021

'With the deaths of Jayalalithaa and Karunanidhi, the BJP and Congress thought that they had a chance.' 'They have conceded that power is with the Dravidian parties.'

764 Pakistanis granted Indian citizenship in 3 yrs: Govt

764 Pakistanis granted Indian citizenship in 3 yrs: Govt

Rediff.com22 Aug 2012

Indian citizenship has been granted to 764 Pakistani nationals during the 2009-11 period, the government told Parliament.

'I've not met a star as simple as Rajinikanth'

'I've not met a star as simple as Rajinikanth'

Rediff.com23 Jan 2013

Naman Ramachandran author of Rajinikanth, A Definitive Biography talks about the book

Govt to sell 26% IBP pie to public

Govt to sell 26% IBP pie to public

Rediff.com3 Sep 2003

The Centre will sell 26 per cent of its stake in public sector oil marketing company IBP Ltd to the general public, its chairman M S Ramachandran said in Kolkata on Wednesday.

How Shivaji became Rajinikanth

How Shivaji became Rajinikanth

Rediff.com16 Jan 2013

A fascinating excerpt from Naman Ramachandran's Rajinikanth: The Definitive Biography charts the rise of a bus conductor named Shivaji Gaekwad to the mega-phenomenon called Rajnikanth.

Top 5 study abroad destinations

Top 5 study abroad destinations

Rediff.com4 Jan 2013

Forget the US and the UK, Naveenan Ramachandran and Abhishek Bhide, mentors, 4GMAT, Mumbai tell us why these nations offer the best for international MBA aspirants.

IOC signs MoC with BSNL

IOC signs MoC with BSNL

Rediff.com8 Jul 2003

The Indian Oil Corporation on Tuesday signed a memorandum of collaboration with the Bharat Sanchar Nigam Ltd to cross-sell their products and services.

Ask Ajit: 'Bought shares at peak; please advice'

Ask Ajit: 'Bought shares at peak; please advice'

Rediff.com30 Mar 2021

Ajit Mishra, vice president, Research, Religare Broking, answers your queries.

Despite campaigns, rape cases in Delhi have DOUBLED

Despite campaigns, rape cases in Delhi have DOUBLED

Rediff.com6 Mar 2013

Delhi has witnessed around four rape cases a day this year, almost double the last year's rate, in an indication that crime against women has not abated in the capital despite campaigns and stepped up police action.

Pak violated ceasefire accord 115 times since 2012: Govt

Pak violated ceasefire accord 115 times since 2012: Govt

Rediff.com5 Mar 2013

Pakistan has violated on 115 occasions since 2012 the ceasefire agreement between the two countries, the government said on Tuesday.

Kerala HC suggests shutting liquor shops till 5 pm

Kerala HC suggests shutting liquor shops till 5 pm

Rediff.com28 Sep 2012

Aiming at reducing liquor consumption, Kerala high court has suggested prohibition of liquor sales and its consumption till 5pm and also sought penal provisions to dissuade people from hitting the bottle during day time.

'What is an ideal GMAT score?'

'What is an ideal GMAT score?'

Rediff.com28 Sep 2012

In an online chat with readers, Vimal Gopinathan and Naveenan Ramachandran, experts, 4GMAT, addressed queries on how to crack the GMAT and offered advice on b-school admissions in India and abroad.

Hopes up on eve of Cabinet reshuffle

Hopes up on eve of Cabinet reshuffle

Rediff.com23 May 2003

India back in Olympic fold after IOC lifts ban

India back in Olympic fold after IOC lifts ban

Rediff.com11 Feb 2014

In news that will please Indian sports lovers, IOA secretary-general Rajeev Mehta confirmed on Tuesday that the International Olympic Committee has lifted the ban on India.

'No proposal to bring Delhi police under govt'

'No proposal to bring Delhi police under govt'

Rediff.com26 Feb 2013

There is no proposal to bring the Delhi police under the Delhi government, the Centre said on Tuesday amid demands raised by Chief Minister Sheila Dikshit that certain aspects of policing in the capital should be handed over to the city administration.

PM's poll campaign filled with 'lies, poison, hatred': Rahul

PM's poll campaign filled with 'lies, poison, hatred': Rahul

Rediff.com8 Jun 2019

He said his party will continue to fight the "worst sentiments" the prime minister represents.

What about 'Nyay' to victims of 1984 riots, Bhopal gas tragedy? PM asks Congress

What about 'Nyay' to victims of 1984 riots, Bhopal gas tragedy? PM asks Congress

Rediff.com13 Apr 2019

The prime minister pointed out that such infamous incidents occurred during the Congress rule.

'Does an MBA abroad add value to my career?'

'Does an MBA abroad add value to my career?'

Rediff.com7 Sep 2012

In an online chat with readers, Naveenan Ramachandran, expert, 4GMAT addressed queries related to cracking the GMAT, admission at global b-schools and MBA abroad.

IOC, IBP merger options open

IOC, IBP merger options open

Rediff.com3 Sep 2003

Chairman of Indian Oil Corporation, M S Ramachandran, said on Wednesday that the possibility of merging its subsidiary IBP & Co Ltd with the parent company cannot be ruled out.

BPCL privatisation move make workers jittery

BPCL privatisation move make workers jittery

Rediff.com8 Sep 2020

Older workers are headed for the VRS exit in larger-than-expected numbers even as unrest stirs over unrevised wage settlements.

'Northeast insurgents using Myanmar as safe sanctuary'

'Northeast insurgents using Myanmar as safe sanctuary'

Rediff.com28 Aug 2012

Insurgent groups like ULFA and NSCN-K have been using Myanmar as safe sanctuary and have set up bases there, despite that country's repeated assurances not to allow its territory for activities inimical to India, Government said on Tuesday.

'War cry': Kerala CM hits out at Shah over Hindi Diwas tweet

'War cry': Kerala CM hits out at Shah over Hindi Diwas tweet

Rediff.com15 Sep 2019

'The claim that Hindi unifies our country is absurd. That language is not the mother tongue of a majority of Indians. The move to inpose Hindi on them amounts to enslaving them. The Union Minister's statement is a war cry against the mother tongues of non-Hindi speaking people'

'Kongu Nadu' part of BJP's Grand Plan?

'Kongu Nadu' part of BJP's Grand Plan?

Rediff.com13 Jul 2021

New Union minister L Murugan's declaration of Kongu Nadu as his native place, instead of Tamil Nadu, may be part of a grand BJP strategy to create new states out of existing ones, particularly those that have anti-BJP governments, mulls N Sathiya Moorthy.

Squash 'devastated' by Tokyo Olympics snub

Squash 'devastated' by Tokyo Olympics snub

Rediff.com28 Sep 2015

The head of the World Squash Federation (WSF) said he was devastated for the sport's millions of followers after squash was again overlooked for the 2020 Tokyo Olympics.

Govt bans 72 NGOs from receiving foreign contribution

Govt bans 72 NGOs from receiving foreign contribution

Rediff.com8 Aug 2012

The government has frozen accounts of 32 Non-Governmental Organisations and banned 72 other voluntary organisations from receiving foreign contributions for alleged irregularities.

MBA admissions: Your questions answered

MBA admissions: Your questions answered

Rediff.com10 Jan 2013

In an online chat with readers on January 9, 2013, Rajesh Balasubramanian and Naveenan Ramachandran, mentors, 2IIM, addressed queries related to CAT 2012 and offered advice on how to choose the best b-school based on their scores.

Rahul Gandhi elected party chief unopposed

Rahul Gandhi elected party chief unopposed

Rediff.com11 Dec 2017

Rahul Gandhi succeeds his mother Sonia Gandhi, who remained in the post for 19 years.

'What is the cost of pursuing an MBA abroad?'

'What is the cost of pursuing an MBA abroad?'

Rediff.com28 Dec 2012

In an online chat with readers on December 27, Naveenan Ramachandran and Abhishek Bhide, experts, 4GMAT addressed queries on preparing for GMAT and offered advice on how to pursue an MBA abroad.

Cash deals cost India 1.7% of GDP: Visa

Cash deals cost India 1.7% of GDP: Visa

Rediff.com6 Oct 2016

Reducing it to 1.3% would lead to savings of Rs 70,000 crore over 5 years

Top 7 tips for start-up training firms

Top 7 tips for start-up training firms

Rediff.com11 Jul 2012

Success mantras for those in the business of training people.

Rumours circulating on Jayalalithaa's health; Karunanidhi seeks clarity

Rumours circulating on Jayalalithaa's health; Karunanidhi seeks clarity

Rediff.com30 Sep 2016

Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam President M Karunanidhi has urged the Tamil Nadu government to "put an end to rumours" regarding the health of All India Anna Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam supremo and Chief Minister Jayalalithaa by providing proper information to the people, while wishing his arch rival a speedy recovery.

India to issue 3,000 visas to Pakistan cricket fans

India to issue 3,000 visas to Pakistan cricket fans

Rediff.com11 Dec 2012

India will issue 3,000 visas to Pakistani fans and an additional 300 visas to VIPs of that country to witness the upcoming Indo-Pak limited over cricket series beginning December 25, Lok Sabha was informed on Tuesday.

'Should I pursue an MBA from India or abroad?'

'Should I pursue an MBA from India or abroad?'

Rediff.com7 Dec 2012

In an online chat with readers on December 6, Naveenan Ramachandran and Abhishek Bhide addressed reader queries related to pursuing an MBA abroad.

4 tips to make the most of your Linkedin account

4 tips to make the most of your Linkedin account

Rediff.com18 Sep 2012

Professional networking site LinkedIn has over 135 million members, and counting. Sunder Ramachandran shares a beginner's guide to making meaningful connections for career growth.

Is the AIADMK heading for yet another split?

Is the AIADMK heading for yet another split?

Rediff.com29 Sep 2020

The fracas between Chief Minister Edappadi K Palaniswami and his deputy O Panneerselvam on Monday over who will be projected as the CM candidate in next year's assembly polls not only points to a possibility of another vertical split in Tamil Nadu's ruling party but will also come as sweet music for the opposition DMK which in the past stood to gain from the AIADMK's squabbles, says N Sathiya Moorthy.

Pakistan violated ceasefire 8 times in 2012: Govt

Pakistan violated ceasefire 8 times in 2012: Govt

Rediff.com8 May 2012

Minister of State for Home Mullappally Ramachandran on Tuesday told the Lok Sabha that during the current year, eight ceasefire violations have been reported along the LoC.

BJP candidates keep out Modi, swear by Amma in TN

BJP candidates keep out Modi, swear by Amma in TN

Rediff.com2 Apr 2021

It does not stop here, though. According to field information, state ministers, AIADMK candidates and campaigners are asking BJP cadres accompanying them not to carry party flags at common rallies and also avoid their saffron shawl on those occasions. BJP cadres are also asked to stay out of the common campaign when it enters a minority-dominated areas, especially of Muslims, and re-join later, says N Sathiya Moorthy.

For love of 'Amma': A Rs 15 crore memorial; appeal for Bharat Ratna

For love of 'Amma': A Rs 15 crore memorial; appeal for Bharat Ratna

Rediff.com10 Dec 2016

Tamil Nadu Cabinet has decided to recommend late All India Anna Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam supremo Jayalalithaa for India's highest civilian honour, the 'Bharat Ratna'.