News for 'Siddhartha'

Rekha, Hema, Waheeda at Shashi's prayer meet

Rekha, Hema, Waheeda at Shashi's prayer meet

Rediff.com8 Dec 2017

Bollywood says goodbye to Shashi Kapoor.

Shed violence, then talk: Centre to Maoists

Shed violence, then talk: Centre to Maoists

Rediff.com8 Nov 2009

"The Centre will not invite Maoists to talk till they abjure violence," said G K.Pillai, the Home Secretary. Pillai was speaking at a seminar organised by South Asian Free Media Association (SAFMA). The other participants were Maoist sympathizer and PUCL, Hyderabad, chairman and eminent human rights lawyer, K.B.Kannabirn, and human rights activists Gautam Navlakha and Shabnam Hashmi.

When Mallya bought Lewis Hamilton's dad's home

When Mallya bought Lewis Hamilton's dad's home

Rediff.com19 Mar 2021

This property has all the hallmarks of being owned and occupied by Vijay Mallya. A fleet of supercars making their way down the drive, hordes of people descending to party all night long and a constant delivery of goods and services.

How British lapses led to Jihadi John II's exit

How British lapses led to Jihadi John II's exit

Rediff.com6 Jan 2016

British home secretary Theresa May told members of parliament that the government had no record on how many terror suspects may have jumped bail, and Scotland Yard said it was unable to say whether Siddhartha Dhar was added to any border watchlist before he left the country.

Gift your sister a good financial habit

Gift your sister a good financial habit

Rediff.com23 Aug 2010

As individuals get smarter about financial planning, financial services companies have started promoting and packaging products to address the demand.

Larsen & Toubro all set to launch its 'Nxt' disruption

Larsen & Toubro all set to launch its 'Nxt' disruption

Rediff.com30 Mar 2019

Honed and utilised in-house for over three years, the engineering major's new arm - L&T-Nxt - will focus on AI, IoT, vitual reality and cyber security among other fields of digitisation.

This designer is saving the world, one garment at a time

This designer is saving the world, one garment at a time

Rediff.com23 Mar 2010

Meet 25-year-old Siddhartha Upadhyaya who has invented DPOL, a patented machine that produces eco-friendly garments and has earned its place in the London Museum of Arts.

From ad films to Mitrudu

From ad films to Mitrudu

Rediff.com7 May 2009

Meet Mahadev, the director who made his directorial debut with the Telugu film starring Balakrishna and Priya Mani.

Who could be Gowariker's Buddha?

Who could be Gowariker's Buddha?

Rediff.com29 Apr 2010

Here are a few casting suggestions for the master filmmaker, delivered with a wink.

Sheena Bora Trial: What Mekhail Bora Said

Sheena Bora Trial: What Mekhail Bora Said

Rediff.com24 Jul 2018

Throughout, Mekhail spoke calmly, with hardly an inflection making even the barest attempt to hijack his tone. His tone was so empty it made his narrative all the more touching. And ugly and grey, as the monsoon sky beyond the window.

Meera Shankar, only India's 2nd lady envoy to US

Meera Shankar, only India's 2nd lady envoy to US

Rediff.com27 Feb 2009

She will also be the first serving diplomat to be posted in Washington in more than two decades after K Shankar Bajpai.

Meera Shankar, India's first woman envoy to US

Meera Shankar, India's first woman envoy to US

Rediff.com26 Feb 2009

She will also be the first serving diplomat to be posted in Washington in more than two decades after K Shankar Bajpai.

Why the Congress will miss Dr Singh

Why the Congress will miss Dr Singh

Rediff.com23 Jan 2009

Dr Singh's services are not going to be asked for in the electoral battle of 2009 as it wasn't used in the last five years. His presence in the Congress scheme of things was more of symbolic value than political. But, all said and done, he was a stable symbol that has now been shaken due to his absence from office.

2 reasons why India's market capitalisation is down $274 billion

2 reasons why India's market capitalisation is down $274 billion

Rediff.com18 Feb 2019

The weakness in the rupee and broader markets has led to evaporation in the market cap.

Kannada film Lucia to have a nationwide release

Kannada film Lucia to have a nationwide release

Rediff.com26 Aug 2013

The first crowd-funded Kannada film will be released on September 6 by PVR's Director's Rare.

'Shashi Kapoor didn't need to pretend'

'Shashi Kapoor didn't need to pretend'

Rediff.com4 Dec 2017

In Shashi Kapoor: The Householder, The Star, Aseem Chahbra gives us glimpses of one of Bollywood's best loved actors.

On Day 5, Uttar Pradesh continues to have no meat

On Day 5, Uttar Pradesh continues to have no meat

Rediff.com31 Mar 2017

He said as of now the strike, which began on Monday, will continue till Saturday morning and a decision to continue it further would be taken in a meeting.

Impressive turnout in high-stakes assembly polls

Impressive turnout in high-stakes assembly polls

Rediff.com6 Apr 2021

A high voter turnout was recorded in West Bengal, Assam Kerala, Tamil Nadu and Puducherry assembly elections on Tuesday. The massive polling exercise following COVID-19 health protocol and involving lakhs of personnel began at 7 am and the last hour from 6 pm to 7 pm was set aside for COVID-19 patients and those under isolation. The counting of votes in the states will be held on May 2.

'To curb inflation, focus only on food prices'

'To curb inflation, focus only on food prices'

Rediff.com30 Jun 2008

As common people grope for means to counter the ever-increasing prices of essential commodities, the economists and financial analysts fear that the recent hike in fuel prices would soon push inflation past 9 per cent. In an interview to rediff.com's special correspondent A Ganesh Nadar, Economic advisor to the Tata group Siddhartha Roy, shared his thoughts on the vexing issue of India's inflation.

Bigg Boss 13: Should Devoleena become queen? VOTE!

Bigg Boss 13: Should Devoleena become queen? VOTE!

Rediff.com9 Oct 2019

Bigg Boss announces the task of choosing the first queen of this season. And we hand over the task to you!

Difficult to start 3G auctions before polls: DoT

Difficult to start 3G auctions before polls: DoT

Rediff.com18 Mar 2009

The government had constituted a group of ministers early this month to decide on the issue of pricing of 3G spectrum auction. The GoM would also look into the number of players in 3G mobile services in a circle. The GoM is yet to come out with clarifications on pricing of 3G spectrum.

Govt assures Canada on Blackberry

Govt assures Canada on Blackberry

Rediff.com1 May 2008

Amidst security concerns raised by law enforcement agencies on the use of Blackberry services, India has assured Canada that commercial interest of RIM, the maker of Blackberry, would be kept in mind while taking any final decision.

World Atheist Conference from Jan 5

World Atheist Conference from Jan 5

Rediff.com3 Jan 2007

Well-known atheists, humanists and rationalists would participate in the conference titled 'The Necessity of Atheism'

No time-line yet for 3G spectrum auction: Govt

No time-line yet for 3G spectrum auction: Govt

Rediff.com19 Jan 2009

The government is looking at reworking on the current spectrum policy to ensure efficient management of the radio wave.

A quizmaster and an entrepreneur

A quizmaster and an entrepreneur

Rediff.com30 Sep 2008

One was a journalist, the other was trying to make a career out of theatre and quizzing. Siddhartha Basu and Anita Kaul Basu are entrepreneurs, who redefined television viewing in India.

Small screen, big buyouts

Small screen, big buyouts

Rediff.com25 Nov 2006

With increasing corporatisation of Indian television, creativity is being backed by professional management. The growth potential is huge.

4 injured in blast in Guwahati; ULFA claims responsibility

4 injured in blast in Guwahati; ULFA claims responsibility

Rediff.com13 Oct 2018

The explosion took place at a construction material dump in the Pan Bazar area when the four passersby, including a woman, were injured around 11.45 am, the sources said.

Royal gains: Lals sell 4.2% in Eicher for Rs 2,100 crore

Royal gains: Lals sell 4.2% in Eicher for Rs 2,100 crore

Rediff.com14 May 2016

At Rs 18,400 per share, value up 100 times since Lehman crisis

Madhumasam: A different tale of love

Madhumasam: A different tale of love

Rediff.com25 Jan 2007

Chandra Siddhartha's new film is due for release next month.

Speeding doctor goes on rampage, kills 1, injures 3 in Bengaluru

Speeding doctor goes on rampage, kills 1, injures 3 in Bengaluru

Rediff.com28 Mar 2016

52-year old Rizwan alias Ahmed Khan was killed on the spot and his 45-year old wife Mohsina Begum suffered multiple fractures after the car knocked down their two-wheeler.

PIX: Sridevi-Jaya Prada mingle with Mohan Babu

PIX: Sridevi-Jaya Prada mingle with Mohan Babu

Rediff.com19 Sep 2016

Telugu actor Mohan Babu completed 40 years in film industry, and he celebrated with a grand event at the Indira Priyadarshini grounds in Visakhapatnam city, Andhra Pradesh.

Growth story may lose sheen, warn experts

Growth story may lose sheen, warn experts

Rediff.com3 Apr 2007

Led by an unprecedented boom in domestic consumption, the country achieved an average GDP growth of 8.6 per cent over the past three years. For 2006-07, growth is forecast at 9.2 per cent, the fastest in 18 years.

B K Modi plans mega Buddha film

B K Modi plans mega Buddha film

Rediff.com24 May 2006

Mindtree promoters vow to fight L&T's takeover bid

Mindtree promoters vow to fight L&T's takeover bid

Rediff.com19 Mar 2019

The attempted hostile takeover bid of Mindtree by Larsen & Toubro is a "grave threat" and "value destructive" to the organisation collectively built over 20 years, the promoters said pledging to "unconditionally oppose" the hostile takeover attempt.

Anil Agarwal, Adanis, Ambanis lose the most in Modi regime

Anil Agarwal, Adanis, Ambanis lose the most in Modi regime

Rediff.com9 Sep 2015

The calculation excludes cross-holding of listed group cos in each other.

Dalit face Parameshwara finally makes it to Deputy CM's post

Dalit face Parameshwara finally makes it to Deputy CM's post

Rediff.com23 May 2018

The longest-serving state party president since October 2010, Parameshwara has remained a hardcore loyalist of the party ever since his political debut through the Congress.

Companies that made shareholders RICH

Companies that made shareholders RICH

Rediff.com18 Jan 2018

The one common theme across companies that have rewarded shareholders is consumption.

Modi plants Banyan tree sapling at SAARC retreat resort

Modi plants Banyan tree sapling at SAARC retreat resort

Rediff.com27 Nov 2014

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday planted a sapling of a Banyan tree at a resort in Dhulikhel, a tourist paradise where the SAARC leaders held deliberations in an informal setting.

Indian-origin Muslim convert flees UK for Syria

Indian-origin Muslim convert flees UK for Syria

Rediff.com15 Nov 2014

An Indian-origin convert to Islam has skipped bail to flee Britain and is believed to be now living under the Islamic State in Syria.

Keventer buys Eicher foods unit

Keventer buys Eicher foods unit

Rediff.com5 Apr 2006