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'Nitish Kumar has to be a junior partner of the BJP'

'Nitish Kumar has to be a junior partner of the BJP'

Rediff.com11 Nov 2020

'BJP has achieved its aim by making him a regional leader dependent on them.'

When Nature Challenges A CM

When Nature Challenges A CM

Rediff.com6 Jan 2022

The chief minister still has time to repair the damage but he will have to act all-round, both at the government and party levels, suggests N Sathiya Moorthy.

Why Modi-Shah don't need NDA anymore

Why Modi-Shah don't need NDA anymore

Rediff.com26 Oct 2020

In its sway over national politics now, the Modi-Shah BJP is what the Congress was under Indira Gandhi. Why would they indulge coalition partners, their greed and egos now, asks Shekhar Gupta.

Govt to focus on LPG cost in next leg of Ujjwala scheme

Govt to focus on LPG cost in next leg of Ujjwala scheme

Rediff.com14 Apr 2021

With the price of a cylinder touching Rs 800, it's becoming increasingly unaffordable to an already price-sensitive population, threatening to risk one of the most-celebrated campaigns of the Modi regime, reports Twesh Mishra.

Jagame Thandhiram is an Important Failure

Jagame Thandhiram is an Important Failure

Rediff.com26 Jul 2021

Jagame Thandhiram is a failure alright, but it is certainly an interesting one, given that both the ideas that it was borne out (twin seeds, if you may) were sure-shot movie ideas on their own, observes Rohit Sathish Nair.

Centre vs State: Battle for Delhi is just heating up

Centre vs State: Battle for Delhi is just heating up

Rediff.com5 Apr 2021

The law, which dilutes the Indian capital's autonomy and emasculates the elected local government's powers, will be a political millstone for the party for the next elections, reports Aditi Phadnis

'Chinese adventures have misfired'

'Chinese adventures have misfired'

Rediff.com14 Oct 2020

'The Chinese thought India would back off. 'They did not expect such a firm Indian response to their expansionist manoeuvre.'

Army rescues 3 men from rumour-driven mob attack in Assam

Army rescues 3 men from rumour-driven mob attack in Assam

Rediff.com6 Jul 2018

The belongings of the 'sadhus' were thrown open by the mob, videographed and shared on social media, further fuelling the hearsay.

Looking to invest in mid and small-caps?

Looking to invest in mid and small-caps?

Rediff.com23 Feb 2021

The BSE Midcap and the Small-cap Index have run up 25.3 per cent and 31.3 per cent respectively over the past year. Valuations are no longer cheap, notes Sanjay Kumar Singh.

Sush, Hema or Sophie: Who looks sexy in sari?

Sush, Hema or Sophie: Who looks sexy in sari?

Rediff.com30 Aug 2018

Tell us who wore it best.

BJP confronts Munde sisters's 'rebellion'

BJP confronts Munde sisters's 'rebellion'

Rediff.com13 Jul 2021

150 BJP elected local representatives in Beed resign in protest against Pritam Munde's exclusion from the Union ministry.

Big Bout: Mary Kom outclasses Olympic medallist Ingrit

Big Bout: Mary Kom outclasses Olympic medallist Ingrit

Rediff.com5 Dec 2019

MC Mary Kom won by a unanimous decision against 2016 Olympic bronze medallist Ingrit Lorena Valencia in the Big Bout Indian Boxing League.

It is real economy that matters, not transient factors: FM

It is real economy that matters, not transient factors: FM

Rediff.com6 Sep 2015

Finance Minister Arun Jaitley on Sunday asserted that India's "real economy" will dictate both the currency valuation and the market.

Lovers Rock review

Lovers Rock review

Rediff.com18 Sep 2020

Lovers Rock is sexy, romantic, charming and hugely entertaining -- a perfect gift for movie lovers in these tough times, feels Aseem Chhabra.

Remark aimed at Udham Singh, not Godse: Pragya

Remark aimed at Udham Singh, not Godse: Pragya

Rediff.com28 Nov 2019

"Storm of lies becomes so big at times that even day appears to be night but the Sun does not lose its light. People should not be swayed by this storm. Truth is that I did not tolerate insult to Udham Singh yesterday," the Bhopal MP tweeted.

Will caste and NEET become poll issues again in TN?

Will caste and NEET become poll issues again in TN?

Rediff.com14 Jul 2020

Once the Covid crisis subsides in the state, the NEET exam this year, whether conducted or cancelled, could become an electoral issue next year, along with the BC-MBC reservations issue, especially the 'creamy layer' aspect, says N Sathiya Moorthy.

Bollywood celebrates Earth Day!

Bollywood celebrates Earth Day!

Rediff.com22 Apr 2020

Bollywood stars post pictures with lovely messages on Earth Day.

'I am a simple desi girl'

'I am a simple desi girl'

Rediff.com12 Mar 2021

Watch out for dancing sensation Amy Aela.

'My husband is accusing me of infidelity'

'My husband is accusing me of infidelity'

Rediff.com27 Apr 2022

In this weekly self-help series, mental health and life coach Anu Krishna tells you how to take control of your life.

Amending Constitution for quota 'harmful', says Sharad Pawar

Amending Constitution for quota 'harmful', says Sharad Pawar

Rediff.com13 Jan 2019

He said last-minute decisions by the Narendra Modi government with an eye on polls will not be helpful in swaying the mood of the electorates.

Pope has opened a window for gays

Pope has opened a window for gays

Rediff.com5 Nov 2020

The wrong of victimising, targeting and persecuting homosexuals on the basis of archaic and prejudiced ideas has gone for long. Time we set it right, says Mohd Asim.

Opposition should aim for 2029

Opposition should aim for 2029

Rediff.com7 Sep 2021

The Opposition must understand that while 2024 may draw mileage from the growing resentment towards the BJP, the real battle and proof of how well India learnt from its disastrous dalliance with the Right-wing, will be in 2029, observes Shyam G Menon.

'Dominant castes must put their empathy cap on'

'Dominant castes must put their empathy cap on'

Rediff.com4 Aug 2021

'Our senselessness on caste issue has gone so deep that we need to have a sensitivity test on why we as Indians have become so numb to such mindless violence.'

IPL: Cheerleaders turn on the heat in Hyderabad

IPL: Cheerleaders turn on the heat in Hyderabad

Rediff.com9 May 2013

While the cricketers turned on the heat with some hot action on field during the match between Sunrisers Hyderabad and Chennai Super Kings on Wednesday, the cheerleaders kept the crowds entertained on the sidelines. Here is a glimpse at a few cheerleaders in action.

Gujarat CM, state BJP chief behind Hardik's morphed sex clips, alleges PAAS

Gujarat CM, state BJP chief behind Hardik's morphed sex clips, alleges PAAS

Rediff.com16 Nov 2017

"We have learnt that a Surat-based builder who is a BJP supporter and another person are behind these morphed clips. They did it at the behest of the Gujarat chief minister (Vijay Rupani) and the state BJP unit president Jitu Vaghani to tarnish Hardik's image ahead of the polls to save the BJP," PAAS convener Dinesh Bambhania alleged.

Nandigram: Will Dada trounce Didi?

Nandigram: Will Dada trounce Didi?

Rediff.com3 Mar 2021

Nandigram, 126 km south of Kolkata, is Suvendu Adhikari's bastion, where he has vowed to defeat Mamata Banerjee by 50,000 votes or quit politics.

The Mystery of Narayana Murthy's Retail Biz

The Mystery of Narayana Murthy's Retail Biz

Rediff.com2 Sep 2021

In a short span of time, with the help of Amazon, Cloudtail was able to devise a model that could protect it from the vagaries of online retail business.

IPL Qualifier 2: Upbeat Sunrisers hold edge over inconsistent Delhi

IPL Qualifier 2: Upbeat Sunrisers hold edge over inconsistent Delhi

Rediff.com7 Nov 2020

Peaking at the right time and with all their boxes ticked, Sunrisers Hyderabad are certain to hold sway over a dishevelled Delhi Capitals in a virtual semi-final in the second Indian Premier League qualifier, in Abu Dhabi, on Sunday.

PM Modi, Amitbhai will decide Assam CM: Himanta

PM Modi, Amitbhai will decide Assam CM: Himanta

Rediff.com25 Mar 2021

'They know everyone and have everyone's horoscope. If they feel Himanta Biswa Sarma is the right man for Assam, they will give it to me, if they feel Sarbananda Sonowal is the right man, they will give it to him, or if they feel both of them are not good, let's bring another person'

Yediyurappa: CM who never completed term in office

Yediyurappa: CM who never completed term in office

Rediff.com26 Jul 2021

There seems to be no "closure" for B S Yediyurappa, the Bharatiya Janata Party's "comeback man" in Karnataka, as he could never complete a full term in office, despite becoming the chief minister four times, surmounting odds. It's also too early to write a political obituary of the 78-year old Lingayat strongman and the 24X7 politician, the face of the party in the state for decades.

Jay Leno gets himself a Nano!

Jay Leno gets himself a Nano!

Rediff.com17 May 2012

The chat show host has added to his famous car collection.

'84 Olympics figure skating champs relive win in Sarajevo on Valentine's Day

'84 Olympics figure skating champs relive win in Sarajevo on Valentine's Day

Rediff.com14 Feb 2014

That start, the two bodies flung across the ice in the dramatic finale and the captivating storytelling that went on in between for four minutes and 28 seconds at the Sarajevo Olympics left a worldwide audience awestruck.

How you can make maximum returns from poll rally

How you can make maximum returns from poll rally

Rediff.com15 Apr 2014

The sensex has reached an all-time high on the election hope rally.

8 simple tricks to improve your communication skills

8 simple tricks to improve your communication skills

Rediff.com10 Jul 2020

Try not to be repetitive and put your point across with clarity in a concise manner.

Trump says Indian-Americans would be voting for him

Trump says Indian-Americans would be voting for him

Rediff.com5 Sep 2020

"We have great support from India. We have great support from Prime Minister Modi. I would think that the Indian (American) people would be voting for Trump," the President told reporters at a White House news conference.

Polar vortex eases grip on frozen US

Polar vortex eases grip on frozen US

Rediff.com10 Jan 2014

As it continued its northward retreat, the arctic blast still held sway over the upper Midwest, where it bore down with below-zero lows early Friday.

The Magic of Asha Bhosle

The Magic of Asha Bhosle

Rediff.com8 Sep 2021

Do you know Ashaji crooned a seductive night club song, Zooby Zooby Je L'aime Vous for An Evening In Paris?

J-K gears up for first polls post Article 370 abrogation

J-K gears up for first polls post Article 370 abrogation

Rediff.com26 Nov 2020

The first-ever district development council (DDC) elections will be held in eight phases to elect 280 members in 20 districts from November 28 to December 22.

Summer fashion: What's HOT, What's NOT

Summer fashion: What's HOT, What's NOT

Rediff.com26 Apr 2021

No matter how in shape you may be, clothes that don't fit properly will not make you look good.

20 UNFORGETTABLE FRAMES of Dilip Kumar

20 UNFORGETTABLE FRAMES of Dilip Kumar

Rediff.com9 Jul 2021

As Dilip Kumar passes away in the ages, Sukanya Verma feels a deep gratitude for the enormous legacy he's left behind.