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Cong calls 'Sengol' story bogus, BJP alleges insult to Indian culture

Cong calls 'Sengol' story bogus, BJP alleges insult to Indian culture

Rediff.com27 May 2023

"Is it any surprise that the new Parliament is being consecrated with typically false narratives from WhatsApp University? The BJP-RSS distorians stand exposed yet again with maximum claims, minimum evidence," Congress general secretary communications Ramesh said in his tweet.

What You NEED To WIN In LIFE

What You NEED To WIN In LIFE

Rediff.com18 Jan 2023

'We go through 18 years of school and college, but we lack many necessary skills.' 'The biggest lessons we need, to live life, are somehow not taught, and they are only learned on the job.' 'My intention, through my content, my books, and my start-ups, is to make college kids become life ready.'

Modi's Cult Of Personality

Modi's Cult Of Personality

Rediff.com10 Mar 2023

'It was more than ego.' 'It carried with it a sincere belief that he was the quintessence of the country, that the country's destiny was irrevocably intertwined with his destiny.' An excerpt from T J S George's The Dismantling of India: In 35 Portraits.

Aga Khan museum cancels 'Kaali' documentary show in Toronto

Aga Khan museum cancels 'Kaali' documentary show in Toronto

Rediff.com6 Jul 2022

The Aga Khan Museum in Toronto has said it "deeply regrets" causing offence to members of the Hindu and other faith communities and has removed the presentation of the documentary Kaali, after the Indian mission in Ottawa urged the Canadian authorities to take down all "provocative material" related to the controversial film.

'Maybe Hollywood wasn't for me'

'Maybe Hollywood wasn't for me'

Rediff.com25 Jul 2023

'I never got respect as an actress.' 'But when I became a director and worked with actresses like Cate Blanchett and Jessica Chastain, I felt such pride of being an actress.'

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.'

Want to study in the UK? Read this!

Want to study in the UK? Read this!

Rediff.com6 Jan 2012

From the Cambridge to the London School of Economics, United Kingdom is home to the world's best known universities. Suchitra Surve, counsellor, Growth Centre presents a lowdown on what you need to know before applying to a university in the UK.

Haven't paid your taxes yet? Read this NOW!

Haven't paid your taxes yet? Read this NOW!

Rediff.com26 Mar 2019

You can still save money, says Samkit Maniar

Artist Vivan Sundaram, among India's greats, dies at 79

Artist Vivan Sundaram, among India's greats, dies at 79

Rediff.com29 Mar 2023

"Vivan Sundaram passed away this morning at 9.20 am. Further details of the cremation as decided will be communicated to you shortly," read a note issued by Safdar Hashmi Memorial Trust (SAHMAT), of which Sundaram was a founding trustee.

JNU clash: Edu ministry seeks report, students' union demands judicial probe

JNU clash: Edu ministry seeks report, students' union demands judicial probe

Rediff.com12 Apr 2022

Student bodies protested outside the Jamia Millia Islamia against what transpired at JNU and to demand that food choices cannot be imposed on people in the name of Ram Navami.

NEP, 4-year undergrad programme gets DU's implementation approval

NEP, 4-year undergrad programme gets DU's implementation approval

Rediff.com1 Sep 2021

The implementation of the NEP and four-year undergraduate programme were approved by the Standing Committee on Academic Matters and the Academic Council last week.

Want To See Ranbir Become An Animal?

Want To See Ranbir Become An Animal?

Rediff.com4 Jan 2023

There's much entertainment coming up from July to December, and Joginder Tuteja highlights those films for us.

'I didn't get work because I was Paresh Rawal's son'

'I didn't get work because I was Paresh Rawal's son'

Rediff.com2 Mar 2023

'There are so many advantages when you have somebody like a Paresh Rawal or a Swaroop Sampat as your parents.'

Must read: A Hindu's battle to preserve Urdu!

Must read: A Hindu's battle to preserve Urdu!

Rediff.com24 Feb 2017

In four years, Rekhta has become the largest online repository for Urdu poetry and literature in the world, says Veenu Sandhu.

'Many Manipuris have lost faith in the central forces'

'Many Manipuris have lost faith in the central forces'

Rediff.com5 Jun 2023

'They have come here to protect people, but the allegation is that they help the armed organisations attack and burn down the houses of the Meiteis.' 'Many people have lost faith in the central forces as they believe these forces are involved in the escalation of the problem.'

Must read: 15 reasons why people FAIL to succeed

Must read: 15 reasons why people FAIL to succeed

Rediff.com8 May 2019

The vast majority of people are afraid they'll lose what they have. Afraid they'll lose their job; afraid they'll lose their home.

Sharjeel Imam said 'As-salamu alaykum', which shows...: police to court

Sharjeel Imam said 'As-salamu alaykum', which shows...: police to court

Rediff.com1 Sep 2021

Imam is accused of offenses relating to sedition, promoting enmity between different groups on grounds of religion, race, place of birth, imputations prejudicial to national integration, and public mischief under the Indian Penal Code, and indulging in unlawful activities under the UAPA.

READ: Kailash Satyarthi's full speech at RSS headquarters

READ: Kailash Satyarthi's full speech at RSS headquarters

Rediff.com18 Oct 2018

Rediff.com presents the gist of the speech delivered by Mr. Kailash Satyarthi on the Foundation Day of Rashtriya Swayam Sewak Sangh.

How to read an economic survey well

How to read an economic survey well

Rediff.com1 Aug 2015

Some might contend that a candidate for being termed the most corrupt (or corrupting) country in the world is Switzerland.

Spending too much time on the computer? Read this!

Spending too much time on the computer? Read this!

Rediff.com26 May 2018

How you can undo perils of too much screen time!

Soon: A robot controlled by human brain cells!

Soon: A robot controlled by human brain cells!

Rediff.com10 Sep 2009

According to the New Scientist, a team at Reading University, which has already used rat brain cells to steer a simple-wheeled robot, is now trying the same thing with human brain cells. In fact, for the robot with rat brain cells, 300,000 rodent neurons grown in a nutrient broth and producing spikes of electrical activity were connected to output of the robot's distance sensors. The neurons proved capable of steering the robot around a small enclosure.

Ratan Tata invests in startup Goodfellows

Ratan Tata invests in startup Goodfellows

Rediff.com16 Aug 2022

Industry leader Ratan Tata on Tuesday announced an undisclosed investment into startup Goodfellows that offers companionship to senior citizens as a service. The octogenarian industrialist has been an active backer of startups ever since he retired from the helm of the salt-to-software Tata Group. The company is founded by Shantanu Naidu. Cornell University-educated Naidu, 25, is a general manager in Tata's office and has been assisting Tata since 2018.

JNU begins probe into sexual harassment case, assures stringent action

JNU begins probe into sexual harassment case, assures stringent action

Rediff.com1 Jun 2022

In a statement, the ICC on Tuesday said it has taken serious cognizance of the case reported to its office.

'Modi has moved foreign policy from elite to masses'

'Modi has moved foreign policy from elite to masses'

Rediff.com5 Jul 2023

'For the first time since I've been following Indian politics, one heard voters talking about India's role on the world stage and the fact that, due to Modi's leadership, India was once again a great power.'

'If Manipur's unity is affected, India's unity gets affected'

'If Manipur's unity is affected, India's unity gets affected'

Rediff.com5 Jun 2023

'If Manipur is divided on ethnic lines, similar demands will come in other states also.'

5 Tips To Be CAREFUL On A Dating App

5 Tips To Be CAREFUL On A Dating App

Rediff.com16 Nov 2022

More often than not, online chemistry has zero relation to real life chemistry, warns relationship and wellness coach Pooja Khera.

'Partition is a massive part of our history'

'Partition is a massive part of our history'

Rediff.com24 Mar 2023

'Partition was a two-sided story in a very big way.' 'We've oversimplified it, blamed the British, thought of ourselves only as victims.' 'We've been both victims and perpetrators.'

NCW chief wants JNU to withdraw circular asking girls to 'draw a line'

NCW chief wants JNU to withdraw circular asking girls to 'draw a line'

Rediff.com28 Dec 2021

National Commission for Women chairperson Rekha Sharma has sought withdrawal of a 'misogynist' circular issued by the Jawaharlal Nehru University, which says girls are 'supposed to know how to draw a tangible line between them and their male friends.'

Going for an education loan? Read this

Going for an education loan? Read this

Rediff.com20 Aug 2007

Are you going for an education loan? If yes, then here are a few tips that you must keep in mind while negotiating with your loan lender.

'Centre can't abdicate its responsibility'

'Centre can't abdicate its responsibility'

Rediff.com24 Apr 2023

'The Centre and state need to take a unified approach and take concerted action before this matter assumes menacing proportions because unemployment, the drug trade and the levels of frustration among the youth make them vulnerable to any maverick who promises something better.'

How Ashish Vidyarthi is building a Rich Universe

How Ashish Vidyarthi is building a Rich Universe

Rediff.com4 May 2017

'I looked at the smiles around and realised that each day that I smiled was amazing.' 'So I put into play something that I have been toying with for years.' 'I called it the Rich Universe.' 'You often hear people say "I wish I become a superstar and my life gets made".' 'I wondered how it would be if I said if I hug my father, it would be an amazing day, or if I hugged my mother and said how lucky I am.'

10 Reasons Student Visas Get Rejected

10 Reasons Student Visas Get Rejected

Rediff.com5 Jul 2022

As an applicant, you must understand there is a difference between getting an offer letter from a university and receiving a study visa, explains Ajay Sharma, president, and founder, Abhinav Immigration Services.

Day after Rahul's remarks cut, Dhankar expunges parts of Kharge's RS speech

Day after Rahul's remarks cut, Dhankar expunges parts of Kharge's RS speech

Rediff.com9 Feb 2023

The Congress on Thursday objected to Rajya Sabha Chairman Jagdeep Dhankhar deleting some portions of Leader of the Opposition Mallikarjun Kharge's speech from official records, saying he used no unparliamentary words and some of the expressions he employed were earlier used even by former prime minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee.

'Will I die without ever knowing love?'

'Will I die without ever knowing love?'

Rediff.com3 Mar 2023

'Love will always be a mystery.' 'The day it stops being a mystery it won't exist.'

What's Making Mrunal Smile Like That?

What's Making Mrunal Smile Like That?

Rediff.com14 Jul 2022

Bollywood stars are constantly on the go! And they are recording their travels with lovely pictures on social media.

Jacqueline is BACK on social media

Jacqueline is BACK on social media

Rediff.com27 Jan 2022

The Sharma sisters holiday in Goa... Raashii in Moscow... Karisma starts a club...

China's Covid Surge: India's Dr Kotnis Moment?

China's Covid Surge: India's Dr Kotnis Moment?

Rediff.com28 Dec 2022

By offering aid to China in its hour of need we will create an opening to Xi Jinping to rectify his policy towards India, argues Colonel Anil A Athale (retd).

Reading terrorists' minds maybe soon possible

Reading terrorists' minds maybe soon possible

Rediff.com31 Jul 2010

Imagine technology that will allow law enforcement officials to get inside the mind of a terrorist to know how, when and where the next attack will occur. Well, it could soon be a reality, say scientists.

100 ASI sites to be lit up as India takes over as G20 president

100 ASI sites to be lit up as India takes over as G20 president

Rediff.com30 Nov 2022

Hundred centrally-protected monuments, including UNESCO world heritage sites spread across the country, will be lit up for a week and bear the G20 logo starting December 1 when India will assume the Presidency of influential group, officials said on Wednesday.

SC warns electors of consequences of making false EVM malfunction complaints

SC warns electors of consequences of making false EVM malfunction complaints

Rediff.com28 Nov 2022

The Supreme Court observed on Monday a person making a "false statement" "must know the consequence" as it leads to stalling the electoral process.