News for 'Shakti'

'They were playing my song at Lataji's funeral'

'They were playing my song at Lataji's funeral'

Rediff.com10 Feb 2022

'She brought so much craft, skill and spontaneity to her songs, it was almost impossible for me to match up to her voice on screen.'

'Life is short so...'

'Life is short so...'

Rediff.com10 Feb 2022

What's Rashmika doing in Russia? Vicky can dance! What's Kapil doing with Tiger and Ahan?

Modi inaugurates new Parliament, installs sacred Sengol in Lok Sabha

Modi inaugurates new Parliament, installs sacred Sengol in Lok Sabha

Rediff.com1 Jun 2023

Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the new Parliament building Sunday morning and installed the scared 'Sengol' in the Lok Sabha chamber, right next to the Speaker's chair, after performing a puja.

How Hakki Pikkis Inspired Operation Kaveri

How Hakki Pikkis Inspired Operation Kaveri

Rediff.com8 May 2023

Hakki Pikkis are a semi-nomadic tribe, traditionally of bird catchers and hunters, from Karnataka. Their knowledge of the forest and traditional medicine is extensive and is prized by the Sudanese community.

Modi opens Delhi-Mumbai Expressway Phase 1; Delhi-Jaipur travel time cut by 50%

Modi opens Delhi-Mumbai Expressway Phase 1; Delhi-Jaipur travel time cut by 50%

Rediff.com12 Feb 2023

The Delhi-Dausa-Lalsot stretch is set to reduce the travel time between the national capital and Jaipur considerably.

Another farmer group ends protest against new laws

Another farmer group ends protest against new laws

Rediff.com28 Jan 2021

The farmers' union had been camping at the Dalit Prerna Sthal since December 2, demanding withdrawal of the three new farm laws, legalisation of minimum support price (MSP) for crops and implementation of the recommendation of Swaminathan Committee's report.

Don't be on wrong side of history: Farmers to panel members

Don't be on wrong side of history: Farmers to panel members

Rediff.com15 Jan 2021

'Mann's decision is a welcome move. The other three members of the panel, who have shown pro-new farm laws stance should also follow Mann's suit'

Cong seeks sacking of WFI chief, Rahul slams PM

Cong seeks sacking of WFI chief, Rahul slams PM

Rediff.com4 May 2023

The Congress on Thursday slammed the Bharatiya Janata Party-led central government over a scuffle between the Delhi Police and the wrestlers protesting at Jantar Mantar in New Delhi, with Rahul Gandhi condemning such 'shameful' behaviour with sportspersons and alleging the ruling party has 'never shied away' from committing atrocities on the daughters of the country.

When Jugal Hansraj Was Paid More Than Priyanka Chopra

When Jugal Hansraj Was Paid More Than Priyanka Chopra

Rediff.com4 Mar 2023

'I wasn't getting the roles I wanted to play and the respect I thought I deserved as a senior actor, so I cut myself off from the industry for a while and moved to the US.'

NGO Centre for Policy Research barred from receiving foreign funds

NGO Centre for Policy Research barred from receiving foreign funds

Rediff.com1 Mar 2023

The ministry of home affairs has suspended the Foreign Contribution Regulation Act (FCRA) licence of prominent public think-tank Centre for Policy Research (CPR) over violation of laws, officials said on Thursday.

Jharkhand HC takes cognisance of Dumka girl's death case, seeks status report

Jharkhand HC takes cognisance of Dumka girl's death case, seeks status report

Rediff.com30 Aug 2022

The division bench of Chief Justice Dr Ravi Ranjan and Justice Sujit Narayan has asked for the status report on the case.

What's Kangana reading?

What's Kangana reading?

Rediff.com17 Mar 2021

Why is Hrithik so serious?

Pradip Tripathi moves to Cabinet Secretariat as govt effects major bureaucratic rejig

Pradip Tripathi moves to Cabinet Secretariat as govt effects major bureaucratic rejig

Rediff.com2 May 2022

Senior bureaucrat Pradip Kumar Tripathi has been appointed as secretary (coordination) in the Cabinet Secretariat as part of a major bureaucratic reshuffle effected by the Centre on Monday.

Is Malaika Arora engaged?

Is Malaika Arora engaged?

Rediff.com14 Apr 2021

Don't get excited, guys! It is just an ad.

Himachal CM Sukhu to expand cabinet, Vikramaditya among new ministers

Himachal CM Sukhu to expand cabinet, Vikramaditya among new ministers

Rediff.com7 Jan 2023

The swearing-in ceremony of the new ministers would take place at the Raj Bhavan in Shimla on January 8 at 10 am, the sources said on Saturday.

10 Political Dramas To Watch On OTT

10 Political Dramas To Watch On OTT

Rediff.com5 Jun 2023

There is nothing of the level of Yes Minister, House Of Cards, Madam Secretary or Veep but there are at least 10 Hindi series and an OTT-released film or two, to whet the viewer's appetite for power-mongering, corruption and intrigue.

'Working with Dilip Kumar remains an illusion'

'Working with Dilip Kumar remains an illusion'

Rediff.com7 Jul 2021

'I have admired his performances. To me, they have remained beyond fault.'

R-Day: U'khand bags best tableau award, Punjab Regiment marching contingent

R-Day: U'khand bags best tableau award, Punjab Regiment marching contingent

Rediff.com31 Jan 2023

In a statement, the ministry of defence said the official winners were picked by panels of judges.

Union minister blames live-in relationships for rising crime, draws flak

Union minister blames live-in relationships for rising crime, draws flak

Rediff.com17 Nov 2022

Kishore, while referring to the Shradha Walkar murder case, said educated girls are responsible for leaving parents for live-in relationships that lead to crime, and suggested that they should instead go for court marriage.

Eyeing China, India-UK begin tri-services exercise

Eyeing China, India-UK begin tri-services exercise

Rediff.com24 Oct 2021

The Chinese navy's growing aggression in the Western Pacific is bringing together a range of allies.

PM inspects 29 antiquities repatriated by Australia

PM inspects 29 antiquities repatriated by Australia

Rediff.com21 Mar 2022

As many as 29 antiquities, including on the themes of Lord Shiva and his disciples, Lord Vishnu and the Jain tradition, have been repatriated to India by Australia and Prime Minister Narendra Modi has inspected them, government sources said.

Behind the sweep: What worked for Congress in Karnataka

Behind the sweep: What worked for Congress in Karnataka

Rediff.com14 May 2023

The Congress, by and large, focused on local issues in this election and its campaign also was run by state leaders initially.

Who is KISSING Rakhi Sawant?

Who is KISSING Rakhi Sawant?

Rediff.com11 Apr 2022

Bigg Boss 15 contestant and choreographer Nishant Bhat celebrated his birthday by inviting his buddies from the reality show.

New Parliament will witness our journey towards Viksit Bharat: Modi

New Parliament will witness our journey towards Viksit Bharat: Modi

Rediff.com28 May 2023

Modi said the new Parliament reflected the aspirations and resolve of the "new India" to set and work towards achieving new targets.

Why The BJP Needs The RSS For 2024

Why The BJP Needs The RSS For 2024

Rediff.com5 Apr 2023

For the BJP, the RSS' organisational heft is a prized asset, considering the slew of elections it faces this year, ahead of the Lok Sabha election in 2024.

Mega Push For Modi's Jal Jeevan Mission

Mega Push For Modi's Jal Jeevan Mission

Rediff.com4 Mar 2023

'The first two years of the Jal Jeevan Mission were wasted in UP.' 'But after a push from the Centre, work has picked up pace in the state.'

Delhi's Chilla border reopens after one farmers' group ends stir

Delhi's Chilla border reopens after one farmers' group ends stir

Rediff.com28 Jan 2021

BKU (Bhanu) president Thakur Bhanu Pratap Singh told reporters he was deeply pained by whatever happened during the tractor parade in Delhi on Republic Day.

INS Vikrant in numbers: 18 storeys high, 2500 km of cable work

INS Vikrant in numbers: 18 storeys high, 2500 km of cable work

Rediff.com2 Sep 2022

A flight deck equivalent to the size of two football fields, standing tall at 18 storeys, kitchen equipment that could dish out 16,000 chapatis a day while the sentinel keeps an eye on the seas, 2,500 km long cable work -- INS Vikrant is a feature-packed addition to the Indian Navy.

TMC, AAP, CPI to boycott new Parliament's inauguration, more parties may follow suit

TMC, AAP, CPI to boycott new Parliament's inauguration, more parties may follow suit

Rediff.com23 May 2023

The Trinamool Congress and the Communist Party of India on Tuesday said they will skip the inauguration ceremony of the new Parliament building even as the war of words over the prime minister and not the President scheduled to do the honours on May 28 continued between the government and the Congress.

First look: NTR Jr's Shakti

First look: NTR Jr's Shakti

Rediff.com3 Mar 2011

The film also stars Ileana D'Cruz and Manjari Fadnis.

Rahul Ready To Plough For Kinder Bharat

Rahul Ready To Plough For Kinder Bharat

Rediff.com21 Nov 2022

What were our political leaders up to on the weekend?

Tea Time Recipes: Masala Chai and Healthy Potato Snack

Tea Time Recipes: Masala Chai and Healthy Potato Snack

Rediff.com28 May 2022

To-be moms can enjoy these yummy treats without any guilt.

'Anthropologically' gods don't belong to upper caste: JNU VC

'Anthropologically' gods don't belong to upper caste: JNU VC

Rediff.com22 Aug 2022

The JNU VC said the "status of shudras given to women in Manusmriti" makes it extraordinarily regressive.

Who Says Priyanka Is Not Drawing Crowds?

Who Says Priyanka Is Not Drawing Crowds?

Rediff.com30 Dec 2021

On Wednesday, December 29, Priyanka reached out to women voters through a Shakti Samvaad in Firozabad asking them to make their elected representative more accountable and steer clear of voting on lines of caste and religion.

Republic Day 2023: Here is govt's proposal for 3 specific tableaux themes

Republic Day 2023: Here is govt's proposal for 3 specific tableaux themes

Rediff.com13 Sep 2022

The government, which is celebrating 75 years of India's Independence, has proposed that India@75 tableaux include India's freedom struggle, its achievements, actions and resolves over the past seven decades.

JD-U wins Hilsa seat by just 12 votes

JD-U wins Hilsa seat by just 12 votes

Rediff.com11 Nov 2020

JD-U's Krishnamurari Sharan alias Prem Mukhiya has polled 61,848 votes, while the RJD's Atri Muni alias Shakti Singh Yadav has got 61,836 votes.

Rare Appeal: Remembering Smita Patil

Rare Appeal: Remembering Smita Patil

Rediff.com13 Dec 2022

Smita has left behind a rich haul of films that showcase her enormous ability to offer us a glimpse into her soul each time she performed a role.

'We are the protectors of Hindus'

'We are the protectors of Hindus'

Rediff.com12 Dec 2022

Police escorted the rally all the way, at one point standing in a row to prevent the rallyists from entering a side road where stood a huge mosque. Across the road, an old Muslim woman asked her Hindu neighbour what the rally was all about. The latter shrugged her ignorance, looking on in bewilderment at the young men with their saffron flags, all of them wearing Bajrang Dal T-shirts.

'If you are good, you will last'

'If you are good, you will last'

Rediff.com10 Jun 2023

'There have been people who are the sons and the brothers of superstars, but they have not lasted more than one or two movies.'

Bodies in Ganga: NHRC issues notices to Centre, UP, Bihar

Bodies in Ganga: NHRC issues notices to Centre, UP, Bihar

Rediff.com13 May 2021

The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) has issued notices to the Union Jal Shakti Ministry, Uttar Pradesh and Bihar, after receiving complaints about several bodies found floating in the Ganga river in the two states.