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'Oppenheimer' sparks social media row over scene involving Bhagavad Gita

'Oppenheimer' sparks social media row over scene involving Bhagavad Gita

Rediff.com23 Jul 2023

Uday Mahurkar, Information Commissioner, government of India, wrote an open letter to Nolan, terming the scene a "disturbing attack on Hinduism" and appealed to the director to remove the scene worldwide.

Israel hints at launching ground offensive against Hamas

Israel hints at launching ground offensive against Hamas

Rediff.com15 Oct 2023

IDF, however, clearly stated that its war was against terror group Hamas and not against the people of Gaza.

Why I Quit Congress: Sanjay Nirupam Spills the Beans

Why I Quit Congress: Sanjay Nirupam Spills the Beans

Rediff.com10 Apr 2024

'Rahul Gandhi is showing an 'I-don't-care-attitude'.' 'He is showing the same attitude towards what is happening in Maharashtra or in various parts of the country.'

Modi first foreign head to get Bhutan's highest civilian honour

Modi first foreign head to get Bhutan's highest civilian honour

Rediff.com22 Mar 2024

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday received Bhutan's highest civilian award, the 'Order of the Druk Gyalpo', making him the first foreign Head of the Government to receive the honour.

Israel strikes back at Syria after rocket attack

Israel strikes back at Syria after rocket attack

Rediff.com25 Oct 2023

The Israel Defence Forces on Wednesday said that it struck several Syrian military targets after rockets were fired from Syria toward Israeli communities in the Golan Heights.

Former Aus captain Paine takes new role

Former Aus captain Paine takes new role

Rediff.com25 Aug 2023

Paine has also been recently announced as an assistant coach for Australia A ahead of their upcoming series against New Zealand A which is set to begin next week.

Controversy erupts as DU replaces paper on Gandhi with Savarkar in BA syllabus

Controversy erupts as DU replaces paper on Gandhi with Savarkar in BA syllabus

Rediff.com27 May 2023

The paper on Mahatma Gandhi will now be taught in semester VII, they said, adding this would mean students opting for a three-year graduation course instead of a four-year programme will not study Gandhi.

Modiji, Do You Have A Plan To Improve Education?

Modiji, Do You Have A Plan To Improve Education?

Rediff.com30 Jan 2023

When was the last time we heard this government speaking of the disaster in primary education, rather than Ganga cruises and cheetahs? Less money -- Rs 88,000 crore -- was spent by the Union government on education in its last Budget than has been allocated to the Bullet train, notes Aakar Patel.

BJP's controversial Raja Singh eyes hat-trick from Hyderabad seat

BJP's controversial Raja Singh eyes hat-trick from Hyderabad seat

Rediff.com12 Nov 2023

Bharat Rashtra Samithi's Goshamahal in-charge Nanda Kishore Vyas is pitted against Raja Singh from Goshamahal segment.

G20 Summit: The biggest challenge India faces is...

G20 Summit: The biggest challenge India faces is...

Rediff.com8 Sep 2023

The biggest question looming over the summit is whether there will be a joint leaders' declaration in view of the sharp differences between the West and the Russia-China combine on the text to describe the Ukraine conflict in the document.

Lloris feels proud of what club-mate Kane has achieved

Lloris feels proud of what club-mate Kane has achieved

Rediff.com13 Dec 2022

Lloris and Kane will be back in action for Tottenham against Brentford on Dec. 26 when the Premier League swings back into action after its winter shutdown for the World Cup.

How GenAI Startup Ecosystem Is Unfolding

How GenAI Startup Ecosystem Is Unfolding

Rediff.com11 Jan 2024

'In India, the GenAI startup ecosystem is unfolding with remarkable speed, signalling a new era of technological advancement and investment opportunities.'

27% MPs Have Studied Up To Class 12

27% MPs Have Studied Up To Class 12

Rediff.com26 Jun 2023

The 17th Lok Sabha has 12 per cent of its members below the age of 40. This is more than the 16th Lok Sabha, which had 8 per cent of MPs below the age of 40.

Conflicts, confrontations do not benefit anyone: Modi

Conflicts, confrontations do not benefit anyone: Modi

Rediff.com13 Oct 2023

Modi said this is the time for peace and brotherhood, and time to move forward together.

'Can't hide behind...': Yadav, Palshikar to NCERT

'Can't hide behind...': Yadav, Palshikar to NCERT

Rediff.com10 Jun 2023

The National Council for Educational Research and Training (NCERT), however, said the withdrawal of anyone's association is out of question as textbooks at the school level are developed on the basis of knowledge and understanding on a given subject and at no stage, individual authorship is claimed.

What A Romantic Love Story!

What A Romantic Love Story!

Rediff.com27 Feb 2024

'Being patient, kind, and supporting each other is the backbone of our love.'

Is Your Partner Toxic Or Are You Judgmental?

Is Your Partner Toxic Or Are You Judgmental?

Rediff.com23 Nov 2023

Relationship coaches help you decode toxic behaviour and how it can potentially damage your mental health and your relationship with your partner.

Lyon ready to spin for Australia in World Cup if required

Lyon ready to spin for Australia in World Cup if required

Rediff.com8 Oct 2023

Nathan Lyon has offered his services to Australia for the ongoing World Cup in India, declaring he has recovered from a calf injury and is available for selection if required.

Gadgets Can Ruin Relationships!

Gadgets Can Ruin Relationships!

Rediff.com24 Mar 2023

Focus on building closer connections with your partner by speaking more frequently without electronics in the room to get the most out of chats., advises Sybil Shiddell, country manager-India for Gleeden, a discreet extra marital dating Web site.

US strikes 2 sites 'used by Iranian troops' in Syria

US strikes 2 sites 'used by Iranian troops' in Syria

Rediff.com27 Oct 2023

The United States military forces on Thursday (US local time) conducted self-defence strikes on two facilities in eastern Syria used by Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) and affiliated groups.

SC junks JMM case verdict, lawmakers lose shield against bribery

SC junks JMM case verdict, lawmakers lose shield against bribery

Rediff.com4 Mar 2024

MPs and MLAs taking bribes to vote or make a speech in the house are not immune from prosecution, the Supreme Court said on Monday in a landmark, unanimous verdict that overrules its 1998 judgment protecting such lawmakers.

'Socialist, Secular' missing from new copies of Constitution: Adhir

'Socialist, Secular' missing from new copies of Constitution: Adhir

Rediff.com20 Sep 2023

Congress leader Adhir Ranjan Chowdhury on Wednesday alleged that the words 'secular' and 'socialist' were missing from the Preamble in the copies of the Constitution given to lawmakers on the opening day of the new Parliament building.

Is GPT-4 Intelligent?

Is GPT-4 Intelligent?

Rediff.com3 May 2023

Overestimation of AI can lead to an excessive level of trust and the spread of disinformation. ChatGPT's replies are riddled with factual errors, hidden in eloquent, grammatically correct sentences. This leads to a hallucination of truth, explains Kumar Abishek.

10 Tips To Spice Up Your Sexting Game

10 Tips To Spice Up Your Sexting Game

Rediff.com6 Oct 2022

A zingy text adds adventure in the relationship, suggests Sybil Shiddell, country manager India, Gleeden, a discreet extra marital dating Web site.

Asian Games: Anush shines with bronze in dressage

Asian Games: Anush shines with bronze in dressage

Rediff.com28 Sep 2023

Astride Etro, Agarwalla scored 73.030 to finish third and claimed his second medal of the Asian Games.

Battle Royale in Thiruvananthapuram

Battle Royale in Thiruvananthapuram

Rediff.com12 Apr 2024

The Lok Sabha contest in Thiruvananthapuram is shaping up to be a significant battle involving key candidates like Shashi Tharoor, Rajeev Chandrasekhar, and Panniyan Ravindran. This three-cornered fight highlights the political dynamics in Kerala's capital city, with each candidate bringing their own vision and promises for the region's development, notes Rajeev Srinivasan.

'Hamara Hind sabse pyara hai'

'Hamara Hind sabse pyara hai'

Rediff.com15 Feb 2024

'We will teach them about our idol Mohammad Sahab and all the great men of other religions as well -- about Shri Ram, Krishna, Yeshu, Bhagwan Mahavir.' 'We want children from the madrasas to become doctors, engineers, scientists, soldiers and walk in the footsteps of Dr A P J Abdul Kalam.' 'That is why we have named the modern madrasas after Dr Kalam.'

'Clearly unacceptable': India's strong words at UN on Gaza war

'Clearly unacceptable': India's strong words at UN on Gaza war

Rediff.com10 Jan 2024

'The message that India has conveyed since the start of this conflict is clear and consistent. It is important to prevent escalation to ensure continued delivery of humanitarian aid and to work towards an early restoration of peace and stability. A peaceful resolution of the conflict through dialogue and diplomacy is the only way forward'

Undergrads Urge AI Integration In Courses

Undergrads Urge AI Integration In Courses

Rediff.com21 Nov 2023

Among the 44 per cent of Indian students who have used Gen AI in their studies, 60 per cent say it helps them learn faster, 55 per cent say it allows them more creative use of learning, while 51 per cent say it frees up their time.

Mentioning Ukraine at G20 opening, Modi calls for mending fences

Mentioning Ukraine at G20 opening, Modi calls for mending fences

Rediff.com9 Sep 2023

In his opening remarks at the G20 Leaders' Summit at the Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi, Modi said the 21st century is a time of giving new direction to the world.

Labuschagne says he is fit for 2nd Test

Labuschagne says he is fit for 2nd Test

Rediff.com18 Dec 2023

'It's going to have take something pretty serious to have me miss a game.'

'Rituraj was the life of the party'

'Rituraj was the life of the party'

Rediff.com22 Feb 2024

'One day, just like that, without even saying goodbye, he was gone.'

Sena's Raut 'texts' Ajit Pawar, he says will call back

Sena's Raut 'texts' Ajit Pawar, he says will call back

Rediff.com3 Nov 2019

The message from Raut read 'Namaskar mi Sanjay Raut. Jai Maharashtra'.

Gaza: Israeli Troops, Tanks On The March

Gaza: Israeli Troops, Tanks On The March

Rediff.com1 Nov 2023

Scenes of death and survival in the cities of Gaza and Israel.

Cong, BJP spar after ED officer caught taking bribe in TN

Cong, BJP spar after ED officer caught taking bribe in TN

Rediff.com2 Dec 2023

An Enforcement Directorate officer was arrested for demanding and accepting a bribe of Rs 20 lakh from a a government employee, the Directorate of Vigilance and Anti-Corruption (DVAC), said on Friday.

Has Your Data Been Compromised?

Has Your Data Been Compromised?

Rediff.com16 Nov 2023

'Check every SMS you get. Many people ignore them.' 'Remember if there is an activity in your account, your financial institution will send you an SMS, not a WhatsApp message.'

US text book row: California not to replace 'India' with 'South Asia'

US text book row: California not to replace 'India' with 'South Asia'

Rediff.com20 May 2016

A California commission -- mandated with recommendation and revision of school text books -- has rejected demands of replacing India with South Asia for pre-1947 references

No material to suggest Navlakha conspired to commit terrorist act: HC

No material to suggest Navlakha conspired to commit terrorist act: HC

Rediff.com20 Dec 2023

The Bombay high court in its judgment granting bail to activist Gautam Navlakha, an accused in the Elgar Parishad-Maoist links case, has noted that there was no material on record to infer prima facie that he conspired to or committed any terrorist act.

Gita Press says it accepts Gandhi Peace Prize, not Rs 1 cr cash award

Gita Press says it accepts Gandhi Peace Prize, not Rs 1 cr cash award

Rediff.com19 Jun 2023

The Gorakhpur-based Gita Press, which is the world's largest publisher of Hindu religious texts, has declined the Rs 1 crore cash award for the Gandhi Peace Prize amid a political row over its selection for the prestigious honour.

Vajpayee ex-aide's book blames Musharraf's K-stand for Agra Summit collapse

Vajpayee ex-aide's book blames Musharraf's K-stand for Agra Summit collapse

Rediff.com9 Jan 2024

In the book, Anger Management: The Troubled Diplomatic Relationship Between India and Pakistan, Bisaria says this public telecast sounded to observers like a mid-summit report on the talks, where Pakistan's hard views were being inflicted on India, while New Delhi's positions were unclear.