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Will Karan's Dharma Revive Now?

Will Karan's Dharma Revive Now?

Rediff.com31 Oct 2024

'What is Balaji without Ekta (Kapoor), what is Dharma without Karan (Johar?)'

Noel Tata's three children to be on five Tata Trusts' board seats

Noel Tata's three children to be on five Tata Trusts' board seats

Rediff.com23 May 2024

Noel Tata's children - Leah, Neville, and Maya - have been appointed to the boards of five philanthropic organisations of Tata Trusts, which oversees the $150-billion Tata group. The move is being seen as part of the Trusts' succession plan. Noel Tata's wife Aloo is the daughter of Pallonji Mistry, whose family owns an 18.5 per cent stake in Tata Sons, the holding company of Tata group.

Pitch in focus as India eye series-levelling win in Pune

Pitch in focus as India eye series-levelling win in Pune

Rediff.com23 Oct 2024

India will look for the right balance as they aim for a series-levelling victory against a spunky New Zealand in the must-win second Test.

RBI's 90 Year Journey

RBI's 90 Year Journey

Rediff.com10 Apr 2024

Sir Osborne Smith was the first governor of the Reserve Bank, serving from April 1, 1935, to June 30, 1937.

Mumbai Indians look to fix bowling woes against Titans

Mumbai Indians look to fix bowling woes against Titans

Rediff.com24 Apr 2023

Mumbai Indians will look to address their poor death over bowling when they take on a resurgent Gujarat Titans.

Justice Chandrachud appointed Chief Justice of India, will serve 2-year term

Justice Chandrachud appointed Chief Justice of India, will serve 2-year term

Rediff.com17 Oct 2022

He will take oath on November 9, a day after incumbent CJI Justice Uday Umesh Lalit demits office on attaining the age of 65.

2 Easy, Yummy Mango Desserts

2 Easy, Yummy Mango Desserts

Rediff.com24 May 2024

Your weekend dessert menu is set.

'Election With EVM Is Not Fair Unless...'

'Election With EVM Is Not Fair Unless...'

Rediff.com29 Nov 2024

'We accept EVMs cannot be hacked because it is not connected, but can they be manipulated?' 'Are you allowing us to check if EVMs can be manipulated?'

Mumbai's Angel In Disguise

Mumbai's Angel In Disguise

Rediff.com17 Dec 2021

'They say when they come in front of me they feel happy and like they are not sick.' 'As long as I am alive, I will do this work.'

'Direct Transfer Of Money Is Bribing Voters'

'Direct Transfer Of Money Is Bribing Voters'

Rediff.com26 Nov 2024

'For politicians, winning the next election has become more important than economic stability of the country and broader national interest.'

Ex-Maha CM, LS speaker Manohar Joshi passes away

Ex-Maha CM, LS speaker Manohar Joshi passes away

Rediff.com24 Feb 2024

His political career began with his involvement in the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh and he later became a member of the Shiv Sena.

Ratan Tata, As I Knew Him

Ratan Tata, As I Knew Him

Rediff.com10 Oct 2024

Ratan was extremely ethical in his dealings, which he brought to bear on the business house which he helmed, remembers Sailesh Kottary.

Ex-home minister Shivraj Patil's daughter-in-law joins BJP

Ex-home minister Shivraj Patil's daughter-in-law joins BJP

Rediff.com30 Mar 2024

Archana Patil, the daughter-in-law of senior Congress leader and former Union home minister Shivraj Patil joined the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Saturday ahead of the Lok Sabha elections.

The Messages From The Bahraich Riots

The Messages From The Bahraich Riots

Rediff.com24 Oct 2024

The way the Bahraich riot has played out should worry the BJP. The party has emboldened Hindu youngsters to such an extent that its MLAs feel the need to go to the police against their party members. Is this what the BJP wants, asks Jyoti Punwani.

Malegaon blast accused Pragya Thakur hospitalised, court stays warrant

Malegaon blast accused Pragya Thakur hospitalised, court stays warrant

Rediff.com20 Mar 2024

The National Investigation Agency court also noted that the warrant was not served on Thakur and directed her to appear before it on March 27 for recording statement.

Recipe: Neena Gupta's Vada Pav

Recipe: Neena Gupta's Vada Pav

Rediff.com17 Jul 2024

Will you try the actor's version of the popular Mumbai street-side snack?

Recipe: Dr Mohan's Bread Upma

Recipe: Dr Mohan's Bread Upma

Rediff.com3 Jun 2024

How to make a satisfying comfort food from leftovers.

SC stays premature release of Arun Gawli in murder case

SC stays premature release of Arun Gawli in murder case

Rediff.com3 Jun 2024

The Supreme Court on Monday stayed till further orders the premature release of gangster-turned-politician Arun Gawli, who is serving life imprisonment in a murder case.

Incredible India: 10 Amazing Train Journeys

Incredible India: 10 Amazing Train Journeys

Rediff.com27 Sep 2024

Discover our country through great Indian rail trips!

India's 10 Prettiest Villages

India's 10 Prettiest Villages

Rediff.com4 Nov 2024

Here's your travel guide to exploring some of India's most beautiful villages.

Recipe: Jayanti's Masaledar Tari Wali Bhindi

Recipe: Jayanti's Masaledar Tari Wali Bhindi

Rediff.com23 Apr 2024

An easy recipe for a mid-week meal.

Govt should give cheaper loans to spur affordable home sales: Naredco prez

Govt should give cheaper loans to spur affordable home sales: Naredco prez

Rediff.com28 Aug 2024

The government should provide home loan up to 25 lakh at a lower interest rate of 5 per cent to the people of the middle class, a prominent realtors' body appealed to the government against the backdrop of soaring home prices. G Hari Babu, president of the National Real Estate Development Council (Naredco), in an online interaction with Business Standard, said that the middle class in India accounts for roughly 30 per cent of the total population and is dependent on rental accommodation.

Singur saga: How Tata's Nano exit reshaped Bengal's political, industrial landscape

Singur saga: How Tata's Nano exit reshaped Bengal's political, industrial landscape

Rediff.com10 Oct 2024

On the eve of Durga Puja in October 2008, industrialist Ratan Tata announced that Tata Motors would withdraw from the nearly completed Nano car plant in Singur, attributing the decision to Mamata Banerjee's anti-land acquisition movement, which he claimed had derailed what was meant to be a "groundbreaking project" -- the world's cheapest car.

A Traditional Kerala Meal For Sreejesh

A Traditional Kerala Meal For Sreejesh

Rediff.com12 Aug 2024

The customary naadan or home-cooked meal is rather memorable fare.

Why Jr NTR Is 'Very Nervous'

Why Jr NTR Is 'Very Nervous'

Rediff.com11 Sep 2024

After the blazing success of RRR two years ago, southern superstar Jr NTR returns to the silver screen with his new pan-India star vehicle, Devara.

CJI Chandrachud: A legacy of landmark verdicts that shaped society, row

CJI Chandrachud: A legacy of landmark verdicts that shaped society, row

Rediff.com9 Nov 2024

While that created a stir so did the decision on his penultimate day at work with the Supreme Court rechristening its summer vacation "partial court working days", an issue that has led to criticism that the apex court judges enjoyed long breaks.

Ambanis Bring A Wow! Centre To Mumbai

Ambanis Bring A Wow! Centre To Mumbai

Rediff.com29 Mar 2023

Move over Sydney Opera House, Theatre Royal Drury Lane, Mumbai has a new entertainment venue that will rival many a global address.

Passenger finds worm in sandwich in IndiGo flight

Passenger finds worm in sandwich in IndiGo flight

Rediff.com30 Dec 2023

The woman passenger Kushboo Gupta shared on Instagram a short video of the worm in the sandwich onboard the flight.

How Ganeshji Comes To Rural Raigad

How Ganeshji Comes To Rural Raigad

Rediff.com10 Sep 2024

Ganesh Puja in Alibag taluka is about simplicity and minimalism. It's about quiet devotion too.

'Ratan Tata Always Displayed His Kindness'

'Ratan Tata Always Displayed His Kindness'

Rediff.com12 Nov 2024

'When the bombing happened in the Taj Mahal hotel in 2008, that was a very sad moment, but he really took care of the people, took care of everybody and that was when you saw some of his best moments.' 'There are some things which we will never forget. That is when the best of a person comes out.'

Do We Need Atmashakti At Work?

Do We Need Atmashakti At Work?

Rediff.com15 Oct 2024

'Alongside economic growth and the Asian century, stress has become an Asian caravan.' 'But stress doesn't arrive in one's country as invitation to taste exhaustion. It comes dressed as a challenge.' 'Its evangelists ask: Are you man enough to shoulder stress?' points out Shyam G Menon.

Rift in MVA as Cong asks Uddhav to withdraw 2 nominees from MLC race

Rift in MVA as Cong asks Uddhav to withdraw 2 nominees from MLC race

Rediff.com12 Jun 2024

Maharashtra Congress president Nana Patole claimed Thackeray had selected a candidate finalised by Congress for the Nashik Teachers' constituency without consulting coalition partners.

The Kebab Recipes Special

The Kebab Recipes Special

Rediff.com19 Jun 2024

A gourmet recipe of Shikampuri kebabs and several more for kebab preparations.

Zaheera's sister served notice

Zaheera's sister served notice

Rediff.com10 Mar 2006

The Vadodara police are also searching for Zaheera.

Comic Munawar Faruqui detained during raid at hookah bar

Comic Munawar Faruqui detained during raid at hookah bar

Rediff.com27 Mar 2024

Notices were served to Faruqui and others by the police and they were allowed to go.

Mumbai Indians announces BIG promotions for Zaheer, Mahela

Mumbai Indians announces BIG promotions for Zaheer, Mahela

Rediff.com14 Sep 2022

Mumbai Indians elevate Jayawardene, Zaheer to new central roles

Beware! IT Sleuths On The Prowl

Beware! IT Sleuths On The Prowl

Rediff.com29 Aug 2024

The suspected undisclosed income in these cases could reach as much as Rs 15,000 crore.

'Unsung heroes': BCCI's bonanza for IPL's ground staff

'Unsung heroes': BCCI's bonanza for IPL's ground staff

Rediff.com27 May 2024

The ground staff and curators of all the 10 regular IPL venues will be given Rs 25 lakh each.

Nayab Singh Saini's Haryana Challenges

Nayab Singh Saini's Haryana Challenges

Rediff.com17 Oct 2024

Haryana has done well in terms of economic growth over the last couple of decades. For it to continue to lead the growth ladder, the new government has to work hard on multiple dimensions, recommend Shishir Gupta and Rishita Sachdeva.

Mumbai is not for builders, says Bombay HC, pulls up 2 for default

Mumbai is not for builders, says Bombay HC, pulls up 2 for default

Rediff.com28 Feb 2023

This city is not for developers, and the Slum Rehabilitation Act (SRA) is intended to serve the purpose of public welfare and not the developers, the Bombay high court said, directing two developers to pay transit arrears of Rs 11 crore to a suburban SRA project.