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Why Aishwarya Is Bollywood's Golden Girl

Why Aishwarya Is Bollywood's Golden Girl

Rediff.com1 Nov 2023

On her 50th birthday on November 1, Sukanya Verma raises a toast to Bollywood's Golden Girl and 15 of her noteworthy performances.

'I've done only 100 films'

'I've done only 100 films'

Rediff.com8 Jul 2022

'These days, the whole world is out there on the Net giving a lot of gaalis to the film industry.'

Plea challenging Rahul's conviction to be moved in a day or two

Plea challenging Rahul's conviction to be moved in a day or two

Rediff.com29 Mar 2023

Congress Whip in Lok Sabha Manickam Tagore said the government has deliberately disqualified Rahul Gandhi under a well-planned conspiracy to not allow him to attend Parliament during this budget session.

Opposition continues to stall Parliament on Adani issue

Opposition continues to stall Parliament on Adani issue

Rediff.com6 Feb 2023

Both the Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha were adjourned till 2 pm after opposition members held protest in Parliament seeking a discussion on the issue.

'Parineeta was an important film to me'

'Parineeta was an important film to me'

Rediff.com25 Mar 2023

'Dada only shot my left side because he loved that profile. He encouraged the Bengali side in me.'

Bollywood Releases, Coming Up This March

Bollywood Releases, Coming Up This March

Rediff.com1 Mar 2023

March is going to be an exciting month when it comes to Bollywood releases as it would be a good mix of theatrical and OTT arrivals.

When Bollywood Sang To The Moon

When Bollywood Sang To The Moon

Rediff.com24 Aug 2023

As India successfully lands Chandrayaan-3, does the moon look as beautiful as one's beloved or has the Chanda Mama of folk ditties acquired a whole new meaning?

Govt wants to throttle Oppn's voice, says Congress on MPs' suspension

Govt wants to throttle Oppn's voice, says Congress on MPs' suspension

Rediff.com25 Jul 2022

The Congress on Monday described as a "blot on democracy" the suspension of its four MPs for the rest of the monsoon session for disrupting proceedings in the Lok Sabha, alleging the government was trying to "intimidate" the party but it would not be cowed down.

Modi to charm Dhaka with visa on arrival, $2-bn line of credit and Tagore poetry

Modi to charm Dhaka with visa on arrival, $2-bn line of credit and Tagore poetry

Rediff.com28 May 2015

The two governments are slated to ink a slew of agreements.

Opposition demands Shah's statement on Parliament security breach

Opposition demands Shah's statement on Parliament security breach

Rediff.com14 Dec 2023

Several opposition MPs on Wednesday demanded an explanation from Home Minister Amit Shah after two visitors jumped into the Lok Sabha chamber from the visitors' gallery and opened canisters that emitted coloured smoke, triggering panic among the members.

Tanuja@80: What Made Her Such A Star

Tanuja@80: What Made Her Such A Star

Rediff.com25 Sep 2023

Tanuja could do practically anything on screen, applauds Subhash K Jha, as he salutes the actor on her 80th birthday on September 23.

No plan to replace face of Mahatma Gandhi on banknotes: RBI

No plan to replace face of Mahatma Gandhi on banknotes: RBI

Rediff.com6 Jun 2022

Dismissing reports, the Reserve Bank on Monday said there is no proposal to replace the face of Mahatma Gandhi with that of others on currency notes. In a statement, the central bank said there are reports in certain sections of the media that the Reserve Bank of India is considering changes to the existing currency and banknotes by replacing the face of Mahatma Gandhi with that of others.

Love Family Dramas? There's So Much To Choose From!

Love Family Dramas? There's So Much To Choose From!

Rediff.com26 Jul 2023

Deepa Gahlot lists 10 popular family shows and films streaming on various platforms.

Kalki and Rajaji: A Connection From Previous Lives

Kalki and Rajaji: A Connection From Previous Lives

Rediff.com25 Dec 2022

Fifty years ago today, December 25, 1972, Chakravarti Rajagopalachari, one of the titans of India's freedom struggle, passed into the ages. Kalki Krishnamurthy, who penned the Tamil classic Ponniyin Selvan among numerous other novels, describes his first glimpse of the man who would become an august national leader and his cherished role model.

The Reason Behind Priya's Smile

The Reason Behind Priya's Smile

Rediff.com6 Jan 2023

The New Year may have begun, but the stars are in no mood to return home.

Watch The Best Of Satyajit Ray On OTT

Watch The Best Of Satyajit Ray On OTT

Rediff.com2 May 2023

Had he not taken his final curtain call on April 23, 1992, Satyajit Ray would still, undoubtedly, have been making movies.

Will quit politics after Tripura polls, will be with people: Tipra Motha chief

Will quit politics after Tripura polls, will be with people: Tipra Motha chief

Rediff.com15 Feb 2023

The scion of the former royal family of Tripura said many leaders have deserted him without understanding his feeling for putting up a fight for protecting the rights of poor people

New bill proposes Cabinet minister, not CJI in EC selection panel

New bill proposes Cabinet minister, not CJI in EC selection panel

Rediff.com10 Aug 2023

This is in contrast to a Supreme Court judgment of March which said the panel should comprise of the prime minister, the leader of opposition in Lok Sabha and the Chief Justice of India.

'India is only a 150-year-old name'

'India is only a 150-year-old name'

Rediff.com7 Nov 2023

'Bharat is a name that is 7000 years old.' 'We are not saying the name of the country should be changed from India to Bharat; we only recommended that the stress should be on Bharat.'

'In life as well as in politics, nothing is black or white'

'In life as well as in politics, nothing is black or white'

Rediff.com15 Dec 2023

'There was trust, but perhaps there was also this apprehension that given the supreme post of prime minister, Sonia Gandhi felt her authority may be a challenged.'

'When you receive roses, you can't escape the brickbats'

'When you receive roses, you can't escape the brickbats'

Rediff.com13 Jan 2022

'The fact that I've been able to make my parents cry, and make my brother proud, and even my grandmother (Sharmila Tagore)... that is a huge achievement.'

Parl panel head bats for keeping tribals out of UCC ambit

Parl panel head bats for keeping tribals out of UCC ambit

Rediff.com3 Jul 2023

Uniform Civil Code is aimed at replacing personal laws based on religions, customs, and traditions with one common law for everyone irrespective of religion, caste, creed, sexual orientation, and gender. Personal laws and laws related to inheritance, adoption and succession are likely to be covered by a common code.

Cong leaders chalk out strategy for Budget session of Parl, Rahul absent

Cong leaders chalk out strategy for Budget session of Parl, Rahul absent

Rediff.com13 Mar 2022

The meeting of the Congress Parliamentary strategy group was held at the residence of party President Sonia Gandhi.

Speaker withdraws suspension of 4 Congress MPs

Speaker withdraws suspension of 4 Congress MPs

Rediff.com1 Aug 2022

A week after suspending them from the House for 'unruly' behaviour, Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla on Monday revoked the suspension of four Congress members, after seeking assurance from the Opposition that they will not bring placards to the House.

Revealed! The Real Shammi Kapoor!

Revealed! The Real Shammi Kapoor!

Rediff.com20 Oct 2023

'When he was offered B R Chopra's Zameer, many advised him against playing Saira Banu's father, pointing out that a decade ago, he had been her hero in her debut film, Junglee.' 'When he asked me, I pointed out that he was an actor first, so nothing should stop him from playing any role.'

Inside Shilpa Shetty's Bhai Dooj Celebrations

Inside Shilpa Shetty's Bhai Dooj Celebrations

Rediff.com27 Oct 2022

After Diwali, it was time for Bollywood stars to celebrate Bhai Dooj.

4 Congress MPs suspended from LS for entire session after protests

4 Congress MPs suspended from LS for entire session after protests

Rediff.com25 Jul 2022

Amid continuous disruptions, the Chair named Congress MPs Manickam Tagore, TN Prathapan, Jothimani and Ramya Haridas.

Sing These Songs On Valentine's Day

Sing These Songs On Valentine's Day

Rediff.com14 Feb 2023

It's the most romantic day of the year, and the best time to hum romantic songs!

'It's so easy to rubbish popular cinema'

'It's so easy to rubbish popular cinema'

Rediff.com6 Oct 2021

'I think my performance in Ray's Devi still ranks as my best,' says Sharmila Tagore.

Opposition parties to meet ahead of 2nd phase of Budget session

Opposition parties to meet ahead of 2nd phase of Budget session

Rediff.com12 Mar 2023

The opposition leaders are expected to meet at Leader of Opposition in Rajya Sabha Mallikarjun Kharge's office in the Parliament complex around 10 am, sources said.

Amartya Sen's formula to unite Hindus and Muslims

Amartya Sen's formula to unite Hindus and Muslims

Rediff.com9 Jan 2023

"We live in a world where terrible misunderstandings are very common between religions...'

Kiran Rao Has Made A WOW Film!

Kiran Rao Has Made A WOW Film!

Rediff.com4 Oct 2023

'I guess things happen when they have to happen.' 'And the film got delayed by COVID a little bit. But yeah, it's been a decade which I do not regret.' 'I feel like I have grown so much, as an artist, as well as just a human being.' 'So much life experience to channel into films that I think is an advantage almost.'

ED summons Sonia, Rahul Gandhi in money laundering case

ED summons Sonia, Rahul Gandhi in money laundering case

Rediff.com1 Jun 2022

The case was registered recently to probe alleged financial irregularities in the party-promoted Young Indian that owns the National Herald newspaper.

Gulmohar Review: Home Is Where The Heart Is

Gulmohar Review: Home Is Where The Heart Is

Rediff.com3 Mar 2023

Delhi, daddy issues, drivers, domestic help, politics, patriarchy, sexuality, sexism, choices, compromises, community, religion, real estate, motherhood, marriage -- Gulmohar offers a loaded, layered understanding of familial relationships and its indirect impact on the people at the periphery, notes Sukanya Verma.

'Amar Akbar Anthony was a fluke hit'

'Amar Akbar Anthony was a fluke hit'

Rediff.com11 Oct 2022

'I was sure Amar Akbar Anthony would flop.'

Mukesh's Fascination For Raag Darbari

Mukesh's Fascination For Raag Darbari

Rediff.com1 Aug 2023

Mukesh was most emotionally bonded to this tune, so all we will do is look at his songs engaging with this raag in films. In his fascinating book, Windows To The Soul: And Other Essays on Music, Manek Premchand reveals something we don't much know about the legendary singer, who was born 100 years ago on July 22.

Visva-Bharati gives 2 options to Amartya Sen to settle land issue

Visva-Bharati gives 2 options to Amartya Sen to settle land issue

Rediff.com30 Jan 2023

The central university issued a statement saying it is putting 'facts on record' and requests Sen to do what is required to be done to protect his self-esteem and Visva-Bharati's reputation.

SC collegium approves 20 judges to 3 HCs

SC collegium approves 20 judges to 3 HCs

Rediff.com13 Sep 2022

The collegium, in a meeting held on Monday, approved the proposal for elevation of nine judicial officers as judges in the Punjab and Haryana high court.

HORROR! HORROR! HORROR On OTT!

HORROR! HORROR! HORROR On OTT!

Rediff.com3 Mar 2023

Deadly dolls, skeletons in the closet, haunted homes, this is just a warm-up on what to expect on OTT this week.

Punjab Cong leader warns Sonia against indulging G-23 rebels 'too much'

Punjab Cong leader warns Sonia against indulging G-23 rebels 'too much'

Rediff.com23 Mar 2022

After Congress president Sonia Gandhi met leaders of the G-23 grouping to resolve internal party issues, former Punjab Congress chief Sunil Jakhar on Wednesday said "indulging the dissenters too much" will encourage more dissent.