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Big fat Indian weddings to the rescue of 5-star hotels

Big fat Indian weddings to the rescue of 5-star hotels

Rediff.com24 Aug 2020

Hotels are also relying on couples who had earlier planned destination weddings but are now considering options within the country.

First Chhattisgarh CM Ajit Jogi dies at 74

First Chhattisgarh CM Ajit Jogi dies at 74

Rediff.com29 May 2020

Jogi, 74, had been battling for life at the private hospital for the last 20 days and suffered a cardiac arrest in the afternoon, they said. He is survived by his wife Renu Jogi, the MLA from Kota constituency, and son Amit Jogi, a former MLA.

Short story writing workshop in Mumbai

Short story writing workshop in Mumbai

Rediff.com20 Feb 2014

Always wanted to write but didn't know where to start? There's help!

What Dharmendra, Jaya Discuss On Karan Johar Film

What Dharmendra, Jaya Discuss On Karan Johar Film

Rediff.com5 Oct 2021

The good old days... Dharmendra and Jaya Bachchan's is a bonding that is special and rare in an industry where friendships are ephemeral. Karan Johar's Rocky Aur Rani Ki Prem Kahani is their sixth film together, after Guddi, Samadhi, Phagun, Chupke Chupke and Sholay.

PM asks bankers to ensure stable credit growth

PM asks bankers to ensure stable credit growth

Rediff.com30 Jul 2020

During a three-hour long virtual meeting with CEOs of large public and private sector banks along with heads of NBFCs, the prime minister assured them that the government is ready to take all steps to support the financial sector.

Anushka-Virat watch Sui Dhaaga with Varun-Natasha

Anushka-Virat watch Sui Dhaaga with Varun-Natasha

Rediff.com28 Sep 2018

It's double date night!

Women voters in Bihar are no longer a silent force

Women voters in Bihar are no longer a silent force

Rediff.com24 Nov 2020

This was the first major election in the country amid the COVID-19 pandemic. Obviously, the women of Bihar were not intimidated by the pandemic and came out in large numbers to vote.

Sonia gets cold feet, Congressmen worried

Sonia gets cold feet, Congressmen worried

Rediff.com17 Jan 2014

Congress President Sonia Gandhi's decision not to name Rahul Gandhi as the party's prime ministerial candidate has demoralised the already-bruised cadre. Expect a stormy AICC session in New Delhi on Friday, says Renu Mittal

Anger is building up within the Congress!

Anger is building up within the Congress!

Rediff.com23 May 2014

Anger is building up within the party at the manner in which the leadership is unwilling to act after the defeat. What is certain is that more and more people are likely to speak out.

A 38-year-old woman died... just like that

A 38-year-old woman died... just like that

Rediff.com7 Mar 2014

Renu Balakrishnan's heartrending story about a mother's love. A Women's Day Special.

A 38-year-old woman died... just like that

A 38-year-old woman died... just like that

Rediff.com7 Mar 2014

Renu Balakrishnan's heartrending story about a mother's love. A Women's Day Special.

Congress hit by desperation and desertion

Congress hit by desperation and desertion

Rediff.com6 Mar 2014

Desperation and desertion appear to be growing in the Congress as the Lok Sabha election nears.

Why this sudden new love for Anna Hazare?

Why this sudden new love for Anna Hazare?

Rediff.com18 Dec 2013

The Congress and BJP are cosying up to Anna Hazare to isolate Arvind Kejriwal, who is appearing to be more difficult and impractical than was thought earlier, and probably to regain some credibility. Renu Mittal reports

Are signs of green shoots in economy really visible?

Are signs of green shoots in economy really visible?

Rediff.com9 Jul 2020

While seven companies bagged orders worth Rs 42,000 crore, industry experts said most of this new order activity was a spillover, and fresh project finalisation remains weak.

PIX: Anushka, Alia, Ranbir at Mumbai police show

PIX: Anushka, Alia, Ranbir at Mumbai police show

Rediff.com15 Jan 2018

Bollywood's biggest and most beautiful stars turn up at the Mumbai police's annual show.

Revealed: BJP-Congress games behind Telangana Bill

Revealed: BJP-Congress games behind Telangana Bill

Rediff.com7 Feb 2014

Opposition BJP has assured the ruling UPA that it would support the bill for the creation of Telangana in Parliament

Sunanda's death: Shashi Tharoor is in big trouble

Sunanda's death: Shashi Tharoor is in big trouble

Rediff.com18 Jan 2014

Sunanda Pushkar's shocking and 'unnatural' demise has brought Union minister Shashi Tharoor's political career under the scanner, and with no leniency being shown by the Congress party, it seems the flamboyant MP will have to fight his own battle, reports Renu Mittal.

Do you know Aamir Khan's first film?

Do you know Aamir Khan's first film?

Rediff.com26 Jun 2020

Joginder Tuteja looks at the lesser known films of these stars.

Why Congress finally said YES to Telangana

Why Congress finally said YES to Telangana

Rediff.com27 Jul 2013

Carving out Rayalseema is aimed at reducing the clout and weightage of Jagan Mohan Reddy, who commands strong support in the region.

'Nitish Kumar has to choose between dignity and power'

'Nitish Kumar has to choose between dignity and power'

Rediff.com25 Jan 2021

As the ruling alliance starts feeling the tremors, discussions on new equations have also started, reports Satyavrat Mishra.

Gloom, doom and a million mutinies to come

Gloom, doom and a million mutinies to come

Rediff.com4 Mar 2014

With the mood in the party one of "gloom and doom", some MPs are getting ready to desert the Congress.

Rahul falters in his choices

Rahul falters in his choices

Rediff.com1 Apr 2013

Is Congress Vice-President Rahul Gandhi listening to the right people before making crucial decisions? Renu Mittal reports.

PIX: Salman, Vidya, Irrfan at Star Screen Awards

PIX: Salman, Vidya, Irrfan at Star Screen Awards

Rediff.com4 Dec 2017

The awards season has begun!

PIX: Yesteryear Heroines watch Kareena's latest film

PIX: Yesteryear Heroines watch Kareena's latest film

Rediff.com20 Sep 2012

A special screening was organised for the beautiful ladies.

Why Sonia can't get PM to sack his ministers

Why Sonia can't get PM to sack his ministers

Rediff.com9 May 2013

Congress President Sonia Gandhi has come across tough resistance from Prime Minister Manmohan Singh over the issue of sacking tainted ministers in his Cabinet. For now, Dr Singh is having it his way, but voices of dissent are growing louder. Renu Mittal reports.

Congress goes social: Who will talk to aam aadmi, Mr Rahul?

Congress goes social: Who will talk to aam aadmi, Mr Rahul?

Rediff.com23 Jul 2013

Rahul's two-day workshop on media spokespersons left more questions unanswered and left a large number of those who had come from all over the country unsatisfied with what was being said and what they were supposed to do.

Can a hot headed, immature Rahul be India's PM?

Can a hot headed, immature Rahul be India's PM?

Rediff.com4 Oct 2013

Mother Sonia Gandhi may have forced her son Rahul to express regret about his recent outrageous behaviour, but it has triggered a discussion both within the party as well as among the allies on whether the Congress vice president is really ready to become the prime minister. Renu Mittal reports

UPSC results declared, women bag top four slots

UPSC results declared, women bag top four slots

Rediff.com4 Jul 2015

Women candidates have bagged the three top slots in the prestigious Civil Services examination to select Indian Administrative Service and Indian Police Service officers among others.

Health ministry ready to roll out COVID-19 vaccine in around a week

Health ministry ready to roll out COVID-19 vaccine in around a week

Rediff.com5 Jan 2021

Addressing a press briefing, Union Health Secretary Rajesh Bhushan said healthcare workers and frontline workers need not register themselves as their database has been populated on to the Co-WIN vaccine delivery management system in a bulk manner.

Sonia upset with anxious PM's deferment of food ordinance

Sonia upset with anxious PM's deferment of food ordinance

Rediff.com14 Jun 2013

Congress President Sonia Gandhi feels the prime minister should not be bothered about the consequences of an ordinance, as the food security legislation is important for the party's electoral future. Renu Mittal reports.

UPA to bring ordinance to implement Food Security Bill

UPA to bring ordinance to implement Food Security Bill

Rediff.com12 Jun 2013

Most Congress leaders felt the government should introduce an ordinance so that the party can get the credit for the legislation that will provide food security to millions in the country.

Rahul's tutorial for the Rajasthan Congress

Rahul's tutorial for the Rajasthan Congress

Rediff.com18 Mar 2013

The Congress Vice President Rahul Gandhi wants state leaders to pull up their socks and deliver results within three months or face consequences, reports Renu Mittal

ACB files FIR against firm owned by Kejriwal's relative in PWD scam

ACB files FIR against firm owned by Kejriwal's relative in PWD scam

Rediff.com9 May 2017

The Delhi Anti-Corruption Branch on Tuesday registered three separate FIRs in an alleged PWD scam, including one against the company of Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal's late brother-in-law Surender Kumar Bansal.

DMK serves Manmohan Singh a hot potato

DMK serves Manmohan Singh a hot potato

Rediff.com12 Mar 2013

Renu Mittal reports on how the United Progressive Alliance government is walking the tight-rope over the Sri Lankan Tamils issue.

Is polarisation of votes BJP's Lok Sabha poll strategy?

Is polarisation of votes BJP's Lok Sabha poll strategy?

Rediff.com21 May 2013

The recent Bharatiya Janata Party state in-charge appointments have sparked certain speculation over the party's strategy in the upcoming general elections, notes Renu Mittal.

Sacking of ministers: PM, Sonia hold different views?

Sacking of ministers: PM, Sonia hold different views?

Rediff.com8 May 2013

Prime Minister Manmohan Singh's unprecedented protection of Law Minister Ashwini Kumar is baffling say many in the Congress party. Renu Mittal reports

P C Chacko unites the opposition against Congress

P C Chacko unites the opposition against Congress

Rediff.com25 Apr 2013

Senior Congress leaders admit that the JPC issue has boomeranged against the party, reports Renu Mittal.

PM, Sonia have shot themselves in the foot

PM, Sonia have shot themselves in the foot

Rediff.com31 Oct 2012

The manner in which Prime Minister Manmohan Singh demoted Jaipal Reddy and promoted Salman Khurshid has done little to salvage the reputation of an already tarnished United Progressive Alliance government, writes Renu Mittal

As BJP sharpens its knife, PM goes to Pranab for help

As BJP sharpens its knife, PM goes to Pranab for help

Rediff.com20 Apr 2013

The long meeting between President Pranab and the PM comes amid a heightened threat perception that the UPA government may not be able to complete its term, says Renu Mittal