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Dear Ramiz Raja (sir) grace is a quality few have... you have none: Masaba

Dear Ramiz Raja (sir) grace is a quality few have... you have none: Masaba

Rediff.com15 Nov 2023

Fashion designer and actor Masaba Gupta on Wednesday slammed former Pakistan cricketer Ramiz Raja for laughing at a racist comment directed towards her parents, West Indies batting great Vivian Richards and veteran actor Neena Gupta

Indian Police Force Review: This Is No Singham!

Indian Police Force Review: This Is No Singham!

Rediff.com19 Jan 2024

Rohit Shetty's strengths have been action and humour; the former he delivers in spades, but the latter is totally lacking in Indian Police Force, observes Deepa Gahlot.

PIX: Marchand makes swimming history with golden double

PIX: Marchand makes swimming history with golden double

Rediff.com1 Aug 2024

Images from the Olympics swimming action at the La Defense Arena, Paris, on Wednesday.

'Father Taught Me To Fight For My Rights'

'Father Taught Me To Fight For My Rights'

Rediff.com16 Jun 2024

To tell us about your father, just mail us at getahead@rediff.co.in (subject: My father) along with your name, the place where you live, your father's name and picture and your message about him.

Bigg Boss 16: 5 Reasons Why Archana Deserves To WIN!

Bigg Boss 16: 5 Reasons Why Archana Deserves To WIN!

Rediff.com23 Nov 2022

Archana Gautam has been the highlight of Bigg Boss 16 and it's all thanks to her fiery personality.

Sunil Kanugolu: Congress' Mr Strategy

Sunil Kanugolu: Congress' Mr Strategy

Rediff.com9 Jan 2024

From all indications, Sunil Kanugolu is here to stay, though whether his magic will help the Congress in the northern states in the Lok Sabha elections remains to be seen, wonders Aditi Phadnis.

Northern border stable but ...: Top Army official on LAC

Northern border stable but ...: Top Army official on LAC

Rediff.com14 Jan 2024

Lieutenant General Upendra Dwivedi, the general officer commanding-in-chief of the Northern Command, said five of the seven friction points in eastern Ladakh, where the Indian Army and the Chinese PLA are locked in a standoff since May 2020, have been resolved and talks are underway for the remaining areas.

What Makes Zeenat Aman Cringe

What Makes Zeenat Aman Cringe

Rediff.com6 Jul 2023

Ever since Zeenat Aman arrived on social media, she has been giving us interesting nuggets from her life.

Sharma Sisters Are Glam Dhamaka

Sharma Sisters Are Glam Dhamaka

Rediff.com9 Jun 2023

When it comes to fashion, there are only hits, no misses for the Sharma girls.

How Rajbhar's return to NDA will help the BJP in UP

How Rajbhar's return to NDA will help the BJP in UP

Rediff.com16 Jul 2023

The SBSP can impact around 10 Lok Sabha seats and 40 assembly seats in 7-8 districts in Uttar Pradesh, according to poll analysts.

Say Hello To Salman's Co-Star Vinali Bhatnagar

Say Hello To Salman's Co-Star Vinali Bhatnagar

Rediff.com21 Apr 2023

She won't woo you with flashy colours and bold prints, but quietly impresses with subtle, flattering silhouettes.

What Reforms Can We Expect, Modiji?

What Reforms Can We Expect, Modiji?

Rediff.com9 Feb 2024

Assuming we still have a Modi-led majority government after May 2024, there is no guarantee that reforms will move at anything more than a snail's pace, though we must be thankful even for that, notes R Jagannathan.

Rajouri op continues, no fresh contact with terrorists

Rajouri op continues, no fresh contact with terrorists

Rediff.com7 May 2023

Five Army personnel and a terrorist, who is said to be part of the group that carried out an attack on civilians in Dhangri village of Rajouri early this year, were killed, while a major-rank officer was injured in the operation so far.

'Today's heroes do anything they want'

'Today's heroes do anything they want'

Rediff.com30 Aug 2023

'Earlier, it was four songs and four fights, and some story. That was enough.' 'Maybe we are in a box then and the audiences were not prepared for anything new.' 'Now we have got bigger scope.'

'India is the best team in the world'

'India is the best team in the world'

Rediff.com16 Nov 2023

New Zealand captain Kane Williamson doffed his cap to pacer Mohammed Shami and the India team after his side was outplayed in the World Cup semi-final.

Party-Ready Handbags

Party-Ready Handbags

Rediff.com16 Dec 2021

Bag trends that will stay relevant through 2022.

Can Jaishankar Be Another Kissinger?

Can Jaishankar Be Another Kissinger?

Rediff.com4 May 2022

Someone suggested Jaishankar was a potential Kissinger who could try and resolve the Russia-Ukraine imbroglio through his intellectual and diplomatic strengths. But calling the spade a spade on issues like imperialism, colonialism and exploitation, he would have raised many eyebrows in the West at a time when the fractures and wounds needed to be treated and healed, observes Ambassador T P Sreenivasan.

Tridha's Cute Babe Fashion

Tridha's Cute Babe Fashion

Rediff.com22 Feb 2023

The television actor's off-screen style moments are as noteworthy as her costumes on-screen.

South Movies To Watch Out For In 2023

South Movies To Watch Out For In 2023

Rediff.com17 Jan 2023

Will 2023 bring back the magic?

'Hardik is better than Shardul Thakur as all-rounder'

'Hardik is better than Shardul Thakur as all-rounder'

Rediff.com23 Jul 2022

'Shardul Thakur isn't as good as Hardik Pandya. I don't believe he is an all-rounder'

'May God take special care of an exceptional human being!'

'May God take special care of an exceptional human being!'

Rediff.com5 May 2023

Three mentees pay homage to Sherna Gandhy, the legendary journalist and editor who passed into the ages on April 28 after a long battle with cancer.

Enemy nation now using drugs to destroy future generations: Army officer

Enemy nation now using drugs to destroy future generations: Army officer

Rediff.com28 Mar 2022

A senior army officer on Monday cautioned youngsters against drug abuse saying, 'The enemy nation is using narcotics as a weapon to destroy our coming generations.'

Was Naseer upset with Dilip Kumar?

Was Naseer upset with Dilip Kumar?

Rediff.com28 Jul 2021

'I don't consider acting to be a contest or a game of one-upmanship and I was far from happy with all the talk of Dilip Kumar Versus Me.'

1 terrorist killed as Rajnath visits J-K's Rajouri

1 terrorist killed as Rajnath visits J-K's Rajouri

Rediff.com6 May 2023

A terrorist was killed and another was most likely injured on Saturday in an ongoing operation in the densely forested area of Rajouri district in Jammu and Kashmir, Army said.

EPL PIX: Big wins for City, Spurs; Forest stun Chelsea

EPL PIX: Big wins for City, Spurs; Forest stun Chelsea

Rediff.com3 Sep 2023

Images from the English Premier League matches played on Saturday.

Which 'Baba' is Govinda playing in Rangeela Raja?

Which 'Baba' is Govinda playing in Rangeela Raja?

Rediff.com20 Jul 2018

'It is the time for Sanju Baba, why speak of another Baba?' Director Pahlaj Nihalani tells Subhash K Jha.

My Father, Mallikarjun Kharge

My Father, Mallikarjun Kharge

Rediff.com7 Nov 2022

'What he says, he does.' 'People say if Khargesahab has said something, it will be set in stone.'

Back from exile, Hales aces redemption song

Back from exile, Hales aces redemption song

Rediff.com10 Nov 2022

Hales's inclusion was seen as a risk by some pundits and his patchy lead-up form spilled into the early matches at the tournament with 19 against Afghanistan and seven versus Ireland.

Modi's Diwali With Nowshera Brigade

Modi's Diwali With Nowshera Brigade

Rediff.com4 Nov 2021

Continuing his tradition of spending Diwali with soldiers who protect the Motherland, Prime Minister Narendra Damodardas Modi on Thursday wished troops posted in the Nowshera sector of Jammu and Kashmir a Happy, Healthy and Safe Diwali.

We will never know the real Sidharth Shukla

We will never know the real Sidharth Shukla

Rediff.com4 Sep 2021

'I've only received love and appreciation. Maybe I only see the love because that's what I want to see,' the actor, who died suddenly on Thursday, once told Subhash K Jha.

Shut up: TM Krishna to celebs over lockdown messaging

Shut up: TM Krishna to celebs over lockdown messaging

Rediff.com16 Apr 2020

The Chennai-based singer, in a series of tweets, said irrespective of political leanings, people in privileged positions must either call a spade a spade or 'shut up'. 'Can these filmy types please shut up and stay in their farm houses/fancy apartments,' Krishna began.

Why Everyone Loves Nayeon

Why Everyone Loves Nayeon

Rediff.com5 Aug 2022

She's the first K-pop soloist to chart a Top 10 album for three weeks straight on Billboard 200.

HR GURU: 'I have to sack my friend'

HR GURU: 'I have to sack my friend'

Rediff.com3 Jun 2022

HR Guru Mayank Rautela offers practical advice.

Medical infra of state in shambles: HC raps Delhi govt

Medical infra of state in shambles: HC raps Delhi govt

Rediff.com6 May 2021

The Delhi high court on Thursday said the existing medical infrastructure in the national capital was 'exposed' and in 'shambles' when put to the test during the pandemic and directed the Delhi government to provide facility for medical treatment as required by all residents of the national capital who are suffering from COVID-19.

Bigg Boss 14: OMG! Salman loses his temper

Bigg Boss 14: OMG! Salman loses his temper

Rediff.com8 Feb 2021

The Weekend Ka Vaar gets very interesting!

'Mainstream is a club and I am not part of it'

'Mainstream is a club and I am not part of it'

Rediff.com28 Oct 2021

'My career is made on independent films, and maybe the occasional mainstream film, which was trying to do something different.'

Why India must remember Sardar Patel

Why India must remember Sardar Patel

Rediff.com15 Nov 2013

Leaders of today can pay homage to Sardar Patel by being realists, calling a spade a spade, having sound advisors, playing to our strengths etc, says Sanjeev Nayyar.

1984 riots could have been avoided if... Manmohan Singh

1984 riots could have been avoided if... Manmohan Singh

Rediff.com5 Dec 2019

Speaking at an event organised to remember former Prime Minister IK Gujral on his 100th birth anniversary, Singh said, "When the sad event of 1984 took place, Gujral ji that very evening went to the then Home Minister Narsimha Rao and said to him that the situation is so grim that it is necessary for the government to call the army at the earliest. If that advice would have been heeded perhaps the massacre that took place in 1984 could have been avoided."

9 Life Lessons From Rajinikanth

9 Life Lessons From Rajinikanth

Rediff.com7 Oct 2016

Learn the art of swag from the Superstar.

Let Haqqani reveal the truth, says man who exposed 'memogate'

Let Haqqani reveal the truth, says man who exposed 'memogate'

Rediff.com8 Dec 2011

Pakistani-American businessman Mansoor Ijaz, whose revelations sparked a storm in Pakistan, has said that former envoy to the United States Husain Haqqani should be allowed to speak the truth about the memogate controversy, and be offered immunity from prosecution. "Haqqani should be offered immunity from prosecution in Pakistan and simply tell the Pakistani people the truth about what he -- and his boss -- did. He will be seen as a hero".