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'Tamilians don't believe in BJP's Hindutva'

'Tamilians don't believe in BJP's Hindutva'

Rediff.com30 Mar 2021

'Even though we are very religious and God fearing, we do not subscribe to the kind of Hindutva they practise, a very hierarchical, Brahmanical, Hindutva.'

4,789 COVID-19 cases in India; Maha crosses 1,000-mark

4,789 COVID-19 cases in India; Maha crosses 1,000-mark

Rediff.com8 Apr 2020

Maharashtra has reported the most coronavirus deaths at 45, followed by Gujarat at 12, Madhya Pradesh nine, Telangana and Delhi seven each, Punjab six and Tamil Nadu five fatalities.

How Karnataka Results Will Impact Tamil Nadu Politics

How Karnataka Results Will Impact Tamil Nadu Politics

Rediff.com17 May 2023

The DMK leadership may now have to deal with a demand for more seats from its Congress ally in the Lok Sabha polls, predicts N Sathiya Moorthy.

No freedom to speak truth in Congress: Khushbu

No freedom to speak truth in Congress: Khushbu

Rediff.com14 Oct 2020

To a question on switching loyalties between one party to another, she said she would stay put with the BJP for all time.

Protests across Chennai over NEET petitioner's suicide

Protests across Chennai over NEET petitioner's suicide

Rediff.com2 Sep 2017

The state government had announced relief of Rs 7 lakh to her family.

Why the Army Needs the IAF!

Why the Army Needs the IAF!

Rediff.com6 Jul 2021

In the early part of the Kargil operations, the army opted to more or less go it alone, sacrificing large numbers of men and officers in almost superhuman struggles against an enemy on higher ground. Some generals seem to think their predecessors would have succeeded better if they had had air resources at their disposal, points out David Devadas.

'Rajinikanth is a good person'

'Rajinikanth is a good person'

Rediff.com17 Aug 2022

'He has to listen to his body and his mind and he decided to leave politics.'

Madras HC issues notice to AR Rahman in tax evasion case

Madras HC issues notice to AR Rahman in tax evasion case

Rediff.com12 Sep 2020

Rahman had received Rs 3,47,77,200 from Libra Mobile during 2010-11 in his individual capacity as an artiste which must have been considered for taxation and this was not considered by the Assessing Officer in the reassessment order.

AIADMK factions merge, OPS back as deputy CM

AIADMK factions merge, OPS back as deputy CM

Rediff.com21 Aug 2017

As the merger brought to an end weeks of suspense during which there was tough negotiations, the two factions said steps would be taken to expel party chief V K Sasikala.

Premier Futsal: Late bloomers Kochi beat Mumbai 4-1

Premier Futsal: Late bloomers Kochi beat Mumbai 4-1

Rediff.com16 Jul 2016

Led by their marquee player Michel Salgado, Kochi 5s thrashed Mumbai 5s 4-1 in their Premier Futsal match in Chennai on Saturday.

#RIPKarunanidhi: 'No man can achieve what he did'

#RIPKarunanidhi: 'No man can achieve what he did'

Rediff.com7 Aug 2018

'End of an era! Kalaignar was such an essential part of the fabric of Chennai and Tamil Nadu. All of us who've lived there will feel an inexplicable loss.'

Chennai erupts in joy as Amma set to become CM on Saturday

Chennai erupts in joy as Amma set to become CM on Saturday

Rediff.com22 May 2015

AIADMK chief Jayalalithaa will be sworn in for the fifth time as Tamil Nadu chief minister on Saturday along with 28 ministers.

'This is the right time to give the Bharat Ratna to him'

'This is the right time to give the Bharat Ratna to him'

Rediff.com18 Aug 2020

'Nobody has Dhoni's record of championship in three formats.' 'Every cricketer, every Indian, will agree to that.'

Man triggers hijack scare to save face in front of girlfriend

Man triggers hijack scare to save face in front of girlfriend

Rediff.com20 Apr 2017

Krishna had sent fake flight tickets to his girlfriend, who wanted to go on a holiday to Mumbai and Goa, due to financial problems.

Snakes to people, TN floods keep rescuers busy

Snakes to people, TN floods keep rescuers busy

Rediff.com12 Nov 2021

During the heavy rains through the week here and other regions of Tamil Nadu not only inflatable boats, but preparedness, determination and presence of mind came in handy for personnel including policemen and women, civic and forest workers who rescued people, animals and snakes.

TN announces panchayat polls, SC to hear plea on Dec 5

TN announces panchayat polls, SC to hear plea on Dec 5

Rediff.com2 Dec 2019

"List it for hearing on Thursday," said the bench, which also comprised Justice B R Gavai and Justice Surya Kant.

Many states may miss launch date for inoculation of 18+

Many states may miss launch date for inoculation of 18+

Rediff.com29 Apr 2021

On Wednesday, the Maharashtra government had said that it would not be able to launch the 18-45 age group vaccination drive from May 1 due to the shortage of vaccines.

Meet the future stars of men's tennis...

Meet the future stars of men's tennis...

Rediff.com9 Nov 2019

This year's ATP Finals boasts a fresh new

How IPL-contracted cricketers can play other leagues

How IPL-contracted cricketers can play other leagues

Rediff.com5 Nov 2019

India offie, Harbhajan Singh, who plays in the Indian Premier League, had to withdraw his name from the players' draft of the 'Hundred' competition. The CSK spinner explains how the BCCI can save IPL while allowing its players play across leagues.

C'wealth Youth Games: Manuel, Das win bronze in athletics

C'wealth Youth Games: Manuel, Das win bronze in athletics

Rediff.com9 Sep 2015

India won two bronze medals from track and field through Abitha Mary Manuel and Anamika Das on the third day of competition at the fifth Commonwealth Youth Games in Apia, Samoa, on Wednesday. Manuel and Das placed third in the girls' 800 metres and shot put respectively.

Main vegetable market emerges as Chennai's Covid-19 hotspot

Main vegetable market emerges as Chennai's Covid-19 hotspot

Rediff.com5 May 2020

Chennai's Koyambedu market for vegetables, fruits and flowers, one of the largest in the country that used to teem with thousands of people every day, has emerged as the latest hotspot for COVID-19 cases in Tamil Nadu. The development has prompted authorities to shift the market -- spread over 295 acres with over 3,000 outlets of which only about 200 of them are presently functional -- to suburban Tirumazhisai from Thursday.

Conduct local bodies' poll in 4 months: SC tells TN

Conduct local bodies' poll in 4 months: SC tells TN

Rediff.com27 Sep 2021

The Supreme Court on Monday granted four more months to the Tamil Nadu State Election Commission's (TNSEC) for concluding the poll process for the urban local bodies' elections in the state.

'Elections will not be held immediately'

'Elections will not be held immediately'

Rediff.com27 Oct 2018

'They are going to be clubbed with the Lok Sabha elections which are six months away.' 'These people who are ruling Tamil Nadu know very well that they cannot win another election.'

Action in cases of crime against women must: Centre's new advisory

Action in cases of crime against women must: Centre's new advisory

Rediff.com10 Oct 2020

The detailed three-page advisory of the Union Home Ministry came days after the alleged gangrape and murder of a woman at Hathras in Uttar Pradesh sparked nationwide outrage.

REWIND: India in the last 24 hours

REWIND: India in the last 24 hours

Rediff.com26 Jul 2016

A recap of events that occurred in India in the past 24 hours.

Dhoni tells West Indies-bound squad to enjoy, have fun!

Dhoni tells West Indies-bound squad to enjoy, have fun!

Rediff.com4 Jul 2016

Mahendra Singh Dhoni's short yet stirring speech had a simple message for his teammates ahead of a busy season beginning with the West Indies tour: "It is important to have fun while you playing and if you back each other, success will follow you eventually". Dhoni's pep talk came after the Indian cricketers enjoyed a 45-minute 'drum bonding' session alongside a bunch of musicians in Bengaluru on Sunday. India's limited overs captain will not be part of the 17 Tests, including 13 at home, this season but his words were music to the ears for the youngsters in the room.

DMK vows to dislodge AIADMK from power, make Stalin CM

DMK vows to dislodge AIADMK from power, make Stalin CM

Rediff.com10 Sep 2020

The party unanimously elected veteran Duraimurugan as general secretary and senior leader T R Baalu as treasurer. Former Telecom Minister A Raja and seasoned party leader K Ponmudi were elected as deputy general secretaries.

Train carrying water reaches parched Chennai

Train carrying water reaches parched Chennai

Rediff.com12 Jul 2019

Scorching heat and delayed monsoon have crippled Chennai and other parts of Tamil Nadu with an acute water crisis.

Rahul slams Modi, says Chinese occupying Indian territory

Rahul slams Modi, says Chinese occupying Indian territory

Rediff.com24 Jan 2021

Continuing to target Prime Minister Narendra Modi on his second day of campaign in Tamil Nadu, Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on Sunday alleged Chinese troops have occupied Indian territory and the man with '56 inch-chest' cannot even utter the name of the neighbouring country.

Trouble in DMK? Azhagiri claims loyal workers with him

Trouble in DMK? Azhagiri claims loyal workers with him

Rediff.com13 Aug 2018

Karunanidhi had expelled Azhagiri and his supporters from the party in 2014 at the height of his fight with his younger brother M K Stalin over establishing supremacy in Tamil Nadu's main opposition party.

Jaya leads AIADMK to second consecutive victory in TN

Jaya leads AIADMK to second consecutive victory in TN

Rediff.com20 May 2016

The AIADMK bagged 134 seats as counting of votes was taken up for 232 of the 234 assembly constituencies. Polling in two constituencies has been postponed to May 23.

Review: Katham Katham is a total waste of time

Review: Katham Katham is a total waste of time

Rediff.com13 Mar 2015

Though Katham Katham moves at a brisk pace, it is predictable and long, writes S Saraswathi.

Karunanidhi leaves behind a vacuum in Dravida politics

Karunanidhi leaves behind a vacuum in Dravida politics

Rediff.com8 Aug 2018

In Karunanidhi's passing the real loser is Tamil Nadu and Tamil language. So far there is no one on the horizon to fill the vacuum left behind by him, says R Rajagopalan.

How TN parties 'bribed' voters, reveals EC

How TN parties 'bribed' voters, reveals EC

Rediff.com10 Apr 2017

Complaints were received by the Commission on possibilities of inducement of electors by distributing cash and gifts in innovative forms like tokens, prepaid phone recharge coupons, newspaper subscription, milk tokens.

Taxmen detect Rs 1,430cr undisclosed income in Jaya TV, other raids

Taxmen detect Rs 1,430cr undisclosed income in Jaya TV, other raids

Rediff.com13 Nov 2017

Undisclosed income has been detected in respect of 10 assessee groups which included those linked to AIADMK leader V K Sasikala.

IPL: CSK-RCB to slug it out in battle of biggies

IPL: CSK-RCB to slug it out in battle of biggies

Rediff.com22 Mar 2019

It will be a big statement if Virat Kohli's young side could start off with a bang at Mahendra Singh Dhoni's 'spritual home', a task which will be easier said than done.

A burnt police station, blocked roads: What I saw in Chennai

A burnt police station, blocked roads: What I saw in Chennai

Rediff.com23 Jan 2017

The Ice House police station, near Marina beach, is up in flames. The protestors I met the other day would certainly not have done any such thing. Hoodlums and thugs appear to have infiltrated their ranks, determined to provoke trouble.

Malaika flaunts her new tattoo

Malaika flaunts her new tattoo

Rediff.com5 Jan 2016

The top posts on social media from your favourite Bollywood celebrities.

India scripts space history, successfully launches its 'Baahubali' rocket

India scripts space history, successfully launches its 'Baahubali' rocket

Rediff.com5 Jun 2017

The 43.43 metre tall rocket lifted off at 5.28 pm from the second launch pad at the Satish Dhawan Space Centre in Sriharikota

China, Pak tensions push India into world's top five defence spenders

China, Pak tensions push India into world's top five defence spenders

Rediff.com2 May 2018

India spent USD 63.9 billion on its military in 2017, an increase of 5.5 per cent compared with 2016 and of 45 per cent since 2008.