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Be sure you don't miss out this once-in-a-lifetime chance to quiz India's biggest director!
When Harsha Bhogle came on the Rediff Chat on Thursday evening, thousands of readers couldn't have enough of him -- and Harsha didn't disappoint them. For those who couldn't make it to the chat, we present excerpts
'Perhaps unlike any previous era of software, this one requires a rethink in even the lifecycle of how we build.'
For decades, the Siliguri Corridor was treated as a geographical vulnerability to be quietly managed. Today, it has emerged as a focal point of eastern geopolitics.
A larger part of India's population was in the middle 40 per cent of the national income share in 1980. Today almost all are in the bottom 50 per cent.
'It interferes in administrative matters of institutions, robbing them of their independence in day-to-day affairs and appointments.'
'Our problem is not a budget deficit but a trust deficit. We need to trust our institutions and industries to innovate and lead. That is the way forward for India.'
'4 lakh to 5 lakh people graduating in computer science getting jobs in software companies will not happen.'
'Stopping now would defeat the core purpose of an SIP, which is to average out the purchase cost over market cycles.'
'As soon as Salman saw me, he immediately left Aamir's side and came towards me. He hugged me.' 'Then he introduced me to Aamir, saying, 'This is J K Bihari who launched me in Biwi Ho Toh Aisi".'
'Pick a sum insured that realistically covers major hospitalisation costs in your city.'
'I believe that whether it is Rajini sir or Shah Rukh Khan or Dilip Kumarsaab, these stars are blessed with a cosmic energy. It's a phenomenon that is hard to describe, but it makes you fall in love with them.'
Unless the primary market momentum slows, smallcap stocks will stay subdued.
Ask rediffGURU and tax expert Mihir Tanna your income tax-related questions.
After Prithviraj's Kumbha look, S S Rajamouli discloses Priyanka Chopra's look in their new film, GlobeTrotter.
In half a century, actors have aged or passed away, the shape of the city has altered, the film industry has changed beyond recognition, most single screens have made way for multiplexes, audiences tastes have changed, rural life is very different now, and inflation has devalued the rupee. But a great film is forever. Deepa Gahlot salutes Sholay, as it re-releases in theatres.
We were talking to a real-life spy!! Wow!
GPS spoofing occurs when fake satellite signals are transmitted to an aircraft's navigation system, confusing pilots or onboard systems about the plane's actual position or altitude. Such false signals pose a serious safety risk, especially during landing.
'Digital arrests are the cutting edge of the problem and the most challenging part of the ecosystem right now.'
New investors or those with lower-than-planned exposure should add US-oriented funds through SIPs.
The 2025 US National Security Strategy marks a major pullback, with America turning backward and effectively allowing China greater dominance in Asia. while long-time partners like India are left to face an increasingly unstable global order largely on their own, observes Rajeev Srinivasan.
Largecap equities are less volatile than mid- and smallcap stocks, making them suitable for risk-averse investors.
'The Indian consumer is moving so quickly and they have so many options.'
'We are in touch with industry to further compress the timelines.'
Make sure the rider adds value rather than just adding to cost.
rediffGURU Kanchan Rai explains how to deal with an awkward situation and the emotional mess when your secret online relationship unexpectedly collides with your real life.
Without urgent corrective steps, the system meant to ensure safety, dignity, and rehabilitation for children in conflict with the law will remain overburdened, under-resourced, and unable to deliver justice in time.
'The impact will be minimal and it will only increase compliance cost on consent, data flows, localisation timelines, internal audits, data mapping, and new tooling.'
Whilst the truth of the village lies shrouded in ruins and mystery, I exit Kuldhara with goosebumps -- and those feel entirely real!
When Chennai-based Wedding Designer Ambika Gupta first received a brief for a destination wedding in Udaipur, she had no idea it would turn into one of the most high-profile celebrations of the season.
Sarvam's LLM will have more than 17 trillion tokens with 17 to 20 per cent coming from Indian data
Before booking a flat, buyers should confirm that the project is registered with the state's Rera portal.
How cybercriminals used the names and likenesses of celebrities to trick people into scams.
'AUM reached an all-time high of Rs 79.9 trillion in October 2025, driven by strong retail participation and record SIP inflows of Rs 29,529 crore from over 94.5 million contributing accounts.'
'Reviewing terms such as war, invasion, acts of foreign enemies or hostilities, which often appear in industry exclusion lists, can help avoid surprises at the time of claim.'
Ask rediffGURU Reetika Sharma your insurance, mutual fund and personal finance-related questions.
Lieutenant Colonel C Dwarakesh is the only completely blind officer to continue in the Indian Army after losing his eyesight while in service. In his remarkable journey after disability, he enhanced his education qualification, scaled the Siachen Glacier and found purpose in sport.
India not only lost its top place as the most represented higher-education system to China, several of its marquee institutions saw a significant drop.
Younger customers should opt for increasing cover as their financial commitments are likely to rise in the future.
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