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Review: Gori Tere Pyaar Mein album is pretty good

Review: Gori Tere Pyaar Mein album is pretty good

Rediff.com17 Nov 2013

The way Gori Tere Pyaar Mein album begins, one wonders if there would be many memorable moments in it, but it ends up engaging and satisfying

Part 2: FANTASTIC movies coming up in 2017!

Part 2: FANTASTIC movies coming up in 2017!

Rediff.com3 Jan 2017

Which one are you looking forward to?

Privacy a Fundamental Right, subject to restrictions: SC

Privacy a Fundamental Right, subject to restrictions: SC

Rediff.com24 Aug 2017

The top court rejected the Centre's vehement contention that there was no general or fundamental right to privacy under the Constitution.

Narendra Modi Cabinet gets 21 new ministers

Narendra Modi Cabinet gets 21 new ministers

Rediff.com9 Nov 2014

Former Goa Chief Minister Manohar Parrikar and three others were on Sunday inducted into the Union Cabinet as Prime Minister Narendra Modi expanded his Council of Ministers, bringing in 21 new ministers as Shiv Sena kept away from the exercise.

Opposition likely to announce vice prez candidate to keep unity

Opposition likely to announce vice prez candidate to keep unity

Rediff.com9 Jul 2017

Every party had been asked to give in their suggestions during the meeting.

4 Indian WC players not in IPL's top 50!

4 Indian WC players not in IPL's top 50!

Rediff.com24 Apr 2019

Srinivas Bhogle and Purnendu Maji identify the Most Valuable Players in the IPL so far.

Didn't meet Hafiz Saeed as government envoy: Journalist

Didn't meet Hafiz Saeed as government envoy: Journalist

Rediff.com14 Jul 2014

As a row erupted over his meeting with Mumbai terror attacks mastermind Hafiz Saeed, journalist Ved Pratap Vaidik, considered close to Baba Ramdev, on Monday rejected suggestions by Congress that he might have acted as government's envoy, saying he was "nobody's envoy but my own".

How kabaddi challenges cricket's might

How kabaddi challenges cricket's might

Rediff.com27 May 2017

Kabaddi may now be behind only cricket in the popularity stakes.

Ranji Roundup: Mumbai dismiss Railways for cheap total

Ranji Roundup: Mumbai dismiss Railways for cheap total

Rediff.com15 Nov 2015

Led ably by Shardul Thakur, Mumbai bowlers put up a much better display than the previous game and shot out Railways for a paltry 217 on day one of their four-day Group 'B' Ranji Trophy tie at the Wankhede Stadium, in Mumbai, on Sunday.

#Rahulstumped: How students embarrassed Rahul in Bengaluru

#Rahulstumped: How students embarrassed Rahul in Bengaluru

Rediff.com25 Nov 2015

Gandhi asked the students whether 'Swachh Bharat Abhiyan' ('Clean India Mission') was working, to which most replied in a resounding 'yes'.

The subversion of Aadhaar

The subversion of Aadhaar

Rediff.com10 May 2018

'Bureaucrats have transformed a project meant to empower the poorest Indians into one that empowers only babus and disempowers everyone else,' says Mihir S Sharma.

Shah gets Home, Rajnath Defence; Finance with Nirmala

Shah gets Home, Rajnath Defence; Finance with Nirmala

Rediff.com1 Jun 2019

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will retain DoPT, Atomic Energy as well as all important policy issues and portfolios not allocated.

BJP decides to take the bull by the horns in Parliament

BJP decides to take the bull by the horns in Parliament

Rediff.com19 Jul 2015

Bracing for the opposition onslaught in Parliament, government and the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party on Sunday decided to aggressively counter the attack on its leaders like Sushma Swaraj, Vasundhara Raje and Shivraj Singh Chouhan and rake up controversies related to Congress leaders.

Kin of jailed Rajasthan Congress leaders get poll tickets

Kin of jailed Rajasthan Congress leaders get poll tickets

Rediff.com10 Nov 2013

Kin of jailed leaders Mahipal Maderna, Malkhan Singh Bishnoi and Babulal Nagar -- accused in cases like rape and murder -- have found place in the third list of Congress hopefuls for the Assembly elections along with two other party leaders who are facing criminal charges.

Extortion haunts Bihar again

Extortion haunts Bihar again

Rediff.com28 Jan 2016

'Hundreds of engineers have complained that they are being threatened by criminals for allotment of contracts and extortion.'

RCB desperate for redemption after shambolic show at Eden Gardens

RCB desperate for redemption after shambolic show at Eden Gardens

Rediff.com24 Apr 2017

Stung by a batting debacle, Royal Challengers Bangalore have the onerous task of picking up pieces when they face defending champion Sunrisers Hyderabad on Tuesday, with a singular aim of keeping their hopes alive in the Indian Premier League.

These schemes will help strengthen e-services in rural India

These schemes will help strengthen e-services in rural India

Rediff.com25 Dec 2014

Govt announces slew of schemes for rural India

Ranji roundup: Mumbai facing huge defeat in 500th game

Ranji roundup: Mumbai facing huge defeat in 500th game

Rediff.com11 Nov 2017

Swapnil Singh broke an eleven-year jinx as he scored his maiden first class century, a knock of 164 without a blemish, to help Baroda take a massive first innings lead of 404 runs against Mumbai on Day 3 of the Ranji Trophy Group C match.

Restoring Yamuna plains destroyed by Sri Sri will cost Rs 42.02 cr

Restoring Yamuna plains destroyed by Sri Sri will cost Rs 42.02 cr

Rediff.com12 Apr 2017

The expert panel has suggested that there would be two components of rehabilitation plan -- physical and biological, and they would cost Rs 28.73 crore and Rs l3.29 crore respectively, besides additional ancillary expenses.

Vikas? Major Economic Reforms? Naah!

Vikas? Major Economic Reforms? Naah!

Rediff.com18 Dec 2017

'It is clear that economic policy and reform under this administration will always be afterthoughts, something to be carried out only when no other political concern intervenes -- when, in other words, the government feels safe and comfortable enough to take a moderate risk,' argues Mihir S Sharma.

Demand for Ordinance on Ram temple grows within BJP, Sangh affiliates

Demand for Ordinance on Ram temple grows within BJP, Sangh affiliates

Rediff.com29 Oct 2018

BJP leader Vinay Katiyar alleged that the issue was being delayed 'under pressure' from the Congress, which denied the charge.

'Mohit is an inspiration for every young wannabe pacer in India'

'Mohit is an inspiration for every young wannabe pacer in India'

Rediff.com12 Mar 2015

Fast bowling coach and biomechanics expert Ian Pont discusses the rise of India medium pacer Mohit Sharma with Manu Shankar/Rediff.com

Modi Cabinet: Prabhu gets Railways, Parrikar gets Defence

Modi Cabinet: Prabhu gets Railways, Parrikar gets Defence

Rediff.com10 Nov 2014

Hours after 21 ministers took the oath of office and became a part of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's ministry, speculation began on which minister would be handed which portfolio. However, all speculation ended after the list was announced.

'What do they gain by getting rid of 2 MPs?'

'What do they gain by getting rid of 2 MPs?'

Rediff.com9 Jan 2020

'The nominations were not meant to last permanently, but depended on the government of the day.' 'There was no question of revoking it during Congress, Janata Dal or even Vajpayee's NDA rule.' 'But Modi is different.'

Kader Khan, Gambhir among 112 conferred with Padma awards

Kader Khan, Gambhir among 112 conferred with Padma awards

Rediff.com25 Jan 2019

Folk artist from Chhattisgarh Teejan Bai, Guelleh, Naik and theatre actor from Maharashtra Balwant Moreshwar Purandare will be honoured with Padma Vibushan.

'BJP is practising saam, daam, dand, bhed'

'BJP is practising saam, daam, dand, bhed'

Rediff.com17 May 2018

'The BJP is trying to bribe or unleash the income tax authorities (on us).'

'It is my job to be informed': Rahul defends meeting Chinese envoy

'It is my job to be informed': Rahul defends meeting Chinese envoy

Rediff.com11 Jul 2017

Earlier in the day, the Chinese embassy in Delhi first posted and later removed a statement on its website saying that the two met after the Congress denied it as "fake news".

Who will replace Pant as IPL MVP?

Who will replace Pant as IPL MVP?

Rediff.com21 May 2018

He could be overtaken by Sunrisers Hyderabad Captain Kane Williamson (760) or Kolkata Knight Riders all-rounder Sunil Narine (703) or even the intrepid Ambati Rayadu (675) of the Chennai Super Kings.

MUST READ: All the IPL 2019 numbers

MUST READ: All the IPL 2019 numbers

Rediff.com14 May 2019

Rajneesh Gupta brings you all the numbers from the just concluded IPL-12.

'Good time for global investors to enter Indian equity market'

'Good time for global investors to enter Indian equity market'

Rediff.com11 Sep 2014

The automobile segment is our preferred area, and old favourites such as Tata Motors, Bajaj and Maruti Suzuki continue to entice us.

Jay Shah files case against The Wire; ASG to represent him

Jay Shah files case against The Wire; ASG to represent him

Rediff.com9 Oct 2017

BJP leaders rejected the charge, insisting Jay has been 'wronged'.

Jaishankar's appointment sets a healthy precedent

Jaishankar's appointment sets a healthy precedent

Rediff.com29 Jan 2015

'Given his stint in Beijing, as India's longest serving ambassador there and that too through some challenging and interesting times, Jaishankar ought to have been appointed as foreign secretary in 2013 itself,' says Sanjaya Baru.

Govt finally reacts to Swamy's attack on Subramanian

Govt finally reacts to Swamy's attack on Subramanian

Rediff.com22 Jun 2016

Earlier, maverick right-winger Subramanian Swamy had demanded the sacking of Jaitley's top aide

Christmas holiday and conversions stall RS for second day

Christmas holiday and conversions stall RS for second day

Rediff.com16 Dec 2014

Rajya Sabha failed to transact any business for the second straight day on Tuesday as opposition members persisted with their demand for a reply from Prime Minister Narendra Modi on the issue of conversions and created ruckus on government's move to hold events in schools on Christmas holiday.

Ranji Trophy: Rawat's unbeaten ton puts Railways on front foot

Ranji Trophy: Rawat's unbeaten ton puts Railways on front foot

Rediff.com9 Jan 2014

Railways' experienced campaigner Mahesh Rawat proved to be the thorn in the flesh for Bengal as he stood tall with an unbeaten century to lead the visiting team's recovery on day two of the Ranji Trophy quarter-final in Kolkata on Thursday.

All you want to know about IPL 10

All you want to know about IPL 10

Rediff.com23 May 2017

All the IPL 10 numbers, from Rajneesh Gupta.

Who will be IPL-11's Most Valuable Player?

Who will be IPL-11's Most Valuable Player?

Rediff.com24 May 2018

Srinivas Bhogle and Purnendu Maji list the 50 most valuable IPL-11 players.

High-flying KKR face SRH in battle for supremacy

High-flying KKR face SRH in battle for supremacy

Rediff.com14 Apr 2017

Buoyant Kolkata Knight Riders will look to continue their winning momentum when they face defending champions Sunrisers Hyderabad in the Indian Premier League, in Kolkata, on Saturday.

PHOTOS: Nation bids tearful adieu to its fallen heroes

PHOTOS: Nation bids tearful adieu to its fallen heroes

Rediff.com20 Sep 2016

An emotional farewell was given to the valiant army jawans who lost their lives in the Uri attack, as their last rites were performed in their respective native villages with full military and state honours.

In MP, RSS internal report warns of unhappiness at ground level

In MP, RSS internal report warns of unhappiness at ground level

Rediff.com13 Nov 2018

Despite his ministers on shaky ground, Chouhan -- at the helm for three consecutive terms -- is holding the fort. He is being aided by a capable team for public relations and the RSS, which has deployed its workers to bolster the BJP's campaign, reports Sandeep Kumar.