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From Indian Idol to TV soap

From Indian Idol to TV soap

Rediff.com6 Jul 2010

Rajan Shahi talks about her upcoming soap Chand Chupa Badal Mein.

Crackdown on Kashmir separatist leaders continues

Crackdown on Kashmir separatist leaders continues

Rediff.com24 Jun 2010

Authorities on Thursday booked hard-line Hurriyat chairman Syed Ali Shah Geelani under the stringent Public Safety Act and placed moderate Hurriyat leader Mirwaiz Umer Farooq under house arrest to foil their planned all-party meet to chalk out the future course of action. "We have booked him (Geelani) under PSA. There are a good number of grounds (for detention) against Geelani. I have signed the PSA warrant against Geelani and as per the orders," said the DM.

Martyred BSF jawan cremated after Adityanath speaks to family

Martyred BSF jawan cremated after Adityanath speaks to family

Rediff.com3 May 2017

Sagar's son had said that the last rites of his father would not be performed until the chief minister arrives at their hometown in Deoria.

Former Jharkhand CM booked for money laundering

Former Jharkhand CM booked for money laundering

Rediff.com9 Oct 2009

A case was registered against former Jharkhand chief minister Madhu Koda and three of his cabinet colleagues by the Enforcement Directorate on Friday for alleged money laundering, diversion of state funds and making huge investments abroad without legal sanction. The ED filed a Enforcement Case Information Report (equivalent to a FIR) before the Prevention of Money Laundering Act court in Ranchi against Koda, Kamlesh Singh, Bhanu Pratap Shahi and Bhandu Tirkey.

Gunmen target tourists in Delhi 13 days before Commonwealth Games

Gunmen target tourists in Delhi 13 days before Commonwealth Games

Rediff.com19 Sep 2010

A red alert has been sounded across New Delhi after the incident in which the two bikers are said to have fired 7-8 rounds on the stationary vehicle adjacent to gate number three of the mosque and 100 metres away from the house of Shahi Imam Ahmed Bukhari at around 11.30 am.

Firing near Jama Masjid in Delhi, 2 tourists hurt

Firing near Jama Masjid in Delhi, 2 tourists hurt

Rediff.com19 Sep 2010

A red alert has been sounded across New Delhi after the incident in which the two bikers are said to have fired 7-8 rounds on the stationary vehicle adjacent to gate number three of the mosque and 100 metres away from the house of Shahi Imam Ahmed Bukhari at around 11.30 am.

Four killed in stampede at Kumbh Mela

Four killed in stampede at Kumbh Mela

Rediff.com14 Apr 2010

Four people were reportedly killed after a stampede broke out during a procession at the Kumbh Mela's Juna Akhada in Haridwar on Wednesday morning.It has been reported that the stampede took place following a brawl between the priests and the devotees over the removal of a vehicle.There are reports that two women were among the devotees killed in the ensuing stampede and several others were injured. The stampede took place on the last day of the Shahi Snan.

All about CBI and approvers

All about CBI and approvers

Rediff.com27 Jul 2010

There are two questions that come up for perusal at this point of time: 1. How important is an approver be in this case? 2. Is the CBI an independent body?

Marriage frauds on Indo-Canadians on the rise

Marriage frauds on Indo-Canadians on the rise

Rediff.com22 Jul 2010

Cases of marriage fraud involving Indo-Canadians have been on the rise, here's one, writes Ajit Jain from Toronto

Moon sighted in Hyderabad; Eid to be celebrated on Saturday

Moon sighted in Hyderabad; Eid to be celebrated on Saturday

Rediff.com17 Jul 2015

Eid-ul-Fitr, which marks the culmination of the fasting month of Ramzan, will be celebrated across the country on Saturday.

Is Bigg Boss rigged?

Is Bigg Boss rigged?

Rediff.com7 Jan 2011

Bigg Boss housemates answer this question for us.

100,000 signatures in a bid to save Sarabjit!

100,000 signatures in a bid to save Sarabjit!

Rediff.com27 Aug 2009

Over 100,000 Indians, including former test cricketers and chief justices, have signed a mercy petition addressed to Pakistan President Asif Ali Zardari seeking clemency for Indian prisoner Sarabjit Singh, who is on death row in a Pakistani prison.

Is India Witnessing a Second Surge of COVID-19?

Is India Witnessing a Second Surge of COVID-19?

Rediff.com27 Jul 2020

'Both the governments and people have to recognise that this is a long race, not a short sprint.'

Time to move on from mandir-masjid saga

Time to move on from mandir-masjid saga

Rediff.com8 Oct 2020

Applying balm on the wounds of the two religious groups is a better course of action for the rulers. Common sense dictates the verdict be accepted in good grace by all sides, suggests Virendra Kapoor.

Why does Modi ignore the dead and dying?

Why does Modi ignore the dead and dying?

Rediff.com19 Apr 2021

Rarely have we seen such intoxication over power, which ignores the cries of those dying, notes Jyoti Punwani.

The BEST Indian Films of 2021

The BEST Indian Films of 2021

Rediff.com29 Dec 2021

Aseem Chhabra lists his favourite Indian films of 2021.

Diwali quick-fix recipe: How to make Paan Shots

Diwali quick-fix recipe: How to make Paan Shots

Rediff.com20 Oct 2014

You don't need a degree in bartending to make this drink.

Telly hit-maker's top shows

Telly hit-maker's top shows

Rediff.com13 Jul 2009

Top TV director and producer Rajan Shahi lists his favourite shows.

How Yogi will tackle the homecoming migrants' crisis

How Yogi will tackle the homecoming migrants' crisis

Rediff.com20 May 2020

The CM recently instructed officials to prepare a roadmap for providing local jobs to about two million people, especially in the rural-based industries, such as khadi, dairy, and food processing units and MSMEs.

Indian trio sentenced in UK's biggest visa scam

Indian trio sentenced in UK's biggest visa scam

Rediff.com4 Jun 2009

An Indian trio -- a solicitor and his two wives -- have been jailed in London for their alleged involvement in the biggest ever visa scam in the United Kingdom. A city court on Wednesday sentenced Jatinder Kumar Sharma, 44, and his second wife Rakhi Shahi, 31, for seven and eight years respectively for running a fraud firm called Univisas, where they helped hundreds of immigrants apply for visas using bogus documents and false identities.

Simhastha Kumbh: Amit Shah, Fadnavis attend final event of year-long mela

Simhastha Kumbh: Amit Shah, Fadnavis attend final event of year-long mela

Rediff.com12 Aug 2016

The ancient Ganga-Godavari-temple on the bank of river Godavari was later closed till next Kumbh mela to be held in 2027-28.

Dr A Q Khan how Pak's nuke programme came about

Dr A Q Khan how Pak's nuke programme came about

Rediff.com6 Aug 2009

The sad part of the whole story was that, unlike China, India had no such serious security problems (it had a Friendship Treaty with the USSR) and that it violated a sacred trust by clandestinely using the Canadian reactor and American heavy water to make this weapon. Nothing damaged the NPT as much as the Indian nuclear explosion did, declares Dr A Q Khan

Eid falls on Sunday

Eid falls on Sunday

Rediff.com12 Oct 2007

Eid will be celebrated in India on Sunday.

'No more structures inside Jama Masjid'

'No more structures inside Jama Masjid'

Rediff.com6 Oct 2006

A Bench headed by Acting Chief Justice Vijender Jain, however, said that it would decide the fate of the existing unauthorised structure.

Probe role of VHP in terror attacks: Imam

Probe role of VHP in terror attacks: Imam

Rediff.com10 Sep 2008

A prominent Muslim cleric on Wednesday asked the government to order a high-level inquiry into the activities of the saffron outfits, including the Vishwa Hindu Parishad and Bajrang Dal, accusing them 'of playing a role in the recent terror attacks' in the country.Syed Ahmed Bukhari, Shahi Imam of Jama Masjid in New Delhi, raised the demand during a meeting he had with Prime Minister Manmohan Singh on Wednesday morning.

Day 2 in Hyderabad: Ivanka visits historic Golconda Fort

Day 2 in Hyderabad: Ivanka visits historic Golconda Fort

Rediff.com29 Nov 2017

'It is amazing at Golconda Fort. It was a fantastic two days in Hyderabad,' she said.

Nepal's Ambassador to India recalled for not cooperating

Nepal's Ambassador to India recalled for not cooperating

Rediff.com7 May 2016

Nepal on Friday recalled its ambassador to India over charges of non-cooperation and indulging in anti-government activities.

Rajnath's son made UP BJP youth president

Rajnath's son made UP BJP youth president

Rediff.com25 Sep 2007

Uttar Pradesh BJP president Ramapati Ram Tripathi, who announced the list of the state party office bearers late on Monday night, appointed six vice-presidents, four general secretaries and six secretaries.

How Many Children do BJP MLAs in UP have?

How Many Children do BJP MLAs in UP have?

Rediff.com13 Jul 2021

Given the controversy over Uttar Pradesh's population control moves, Hemant Shivsaran/Rediff.com digs deep to find out how many children BJP MLAs in UP have.

4 Indian students in Intl Biology Olympiad

4 Indian students in Intl Biology Olympiad

Rediff.com12 Jun 2007

The Olympiad is a unique event designed to discover, encourage and challenge exceptionally gifted young students from all over the world.

Ayodhya verdict: AIMPLB says may seek review

Ayodhya verdict: AIMPLB says may seek review

Rediff.com10 Nov 2019

Sources in the prominent Muslim body Jamiat Ulama-i-Hind said it was not in favour of filing a review petition and wants the matter to end.

Hyderabad blasts: Bangla girl had valid documents

Hyderabad blasts: Bangla girl had valid documents

Rediff.com10 Sep 2007

She possessed a visa valid till 2008 and also other relevant documents.

Imam puts 'unlimited reward' on Taslima's head

Imam puts 'unlimited reward' on Taslima's head

Rediff.com17 Aug 2007

The clergy wants the writer in-exile deported from the country in a week

UP govt ready for CBI probe into Unnao accident: DGP

UP govt ready for CBI probe into Unnao accident: DGP

Rediff.com29 Jul 2019

An official said there was no security lapse in the case. He added that seven security personnel were posted at her home and three were there to accompany her on Sunday. "As there was no space in the car, the survivor did not take the security men with her," he said.

Cry, the Beloved Republic

Cry, the Beloved Republic

Rediff.com30 Jan 2021

We celebrate January 26 as Republic Day because that's the day on which we adopted the Constitution in 1950. Yet, in the days preceding and following Republic Day 2021, three different courts violated the Constitutional rights of citizens, observes Jyoti Punwani.

Judge who granted bail to rape-accused Prajapati suspended

Judge who granted bail to rape-accused Prajapati suspended

Rediff.com29 Apr 2017

A departmental inquiry has also been ordered against the judge.

'BHEL overburdened, needs more equipment cos'

'BHEL overburdened, needs more equipment cos'

Rediff.com20 Nov 2006

Bharat Heavy Electricals Ltd is 'overburdened' and more equipment manufacturing companies are needed to achieve the 11th Plan target of adding 66,000 MW of fresh generation capacity, a top government official said on Monday.

Meet Buraaq, the world's first Muslim superhero

Meet Buraaq, the world's first Muslim superhero

Rediff.com7 Mar 2015

The series aims to dispel the myths and negativity about Islam via comic books and television

BSP's poor show: Maya can't be an RS member next year

BSP's poor show: Maya can't be an RS member next year

Rediff.com12 Mar 2017

The BSP, which fielded nearly 100 Muslim candidates, won only four out of the 77 assembly seats dominated by Muslim voters.

Sadhu Yadav denied anticipatory bail

Sadhu Yadav denied anticipatory bail

Rediff.com8 May 2006

Yadav is chargesheeted in the flood relief scam.