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Cocktail recipes for your New Year's eve party

Cocktail recipes for your New Year's eve party

Rediff.com31 Dec 2018

Presenting two interesting recipes for your guests.

What to tell your son on rape

What to tell your son on rape

Rediff.com9 Jan 2013

Tell him that even broken hearts can be mended but he cannot break a woman's dignity at any cost. Tell him that raping is a sin for which man will have to pay a heavy price. A very heavy price.

2 days after skipping Governor's swearing-in, Suvendu meets Mamata

2 days after skipping Governor's swearing-in, Suvendu meets Mamata

Rediff.com25 Nov 2022

In a first since last year's state elections, West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Friday held a 'courtesy meeting' with Leader of the Opposition Suvendu Adhikari at her chamber in the state assembly, raising eyebrows in political circles.

'BJP's stranglehold over democracy has to be broken'

'BJP's stranglehold over democracy has to be broken'

Rediff.com8 Feb 2024

'You can attack and conspire to weaken us, but you cannot destroy the Congress permanently.'

Palin may run for 2012 US president elections

Palin may run for 2012 US president elections

Rediff.com8 Feb 2010

Former Alaska governor and 2008 Republic Party vice-presidential nominee Sarah Palin has revealed that she may run for US president in 2012.

Indian American Nikki Haley is South Carolina Guv

Indian American Nikki Haley is South Carolina Guv

Rediff.com3 Nov 2010

Riding on a wave against the liberal policies of President Barrack Obama, and inspired and helped by the right wing Tea Party movement, led by leaders like Sarah Palin, former candidate for vice president, Haley, whose parents came from Amritsar in the 60s, trounced her Democratic opponent state Senator Vincent Sheheen.

Need to forget differences, Kejriwal told Rahul at Opposition meet

Need to forget differences, Kejriwal told Rahul at Opposition meet

Rediff.com24 Jun 2023

"Arvind Kejriwal spoke directly to Rahul Gandhi (on the ordinance matter) and said if there is any issue, they can resolve it over tea. In the opposition meeting on Friday, Kejriwal said there is a need to forget the differences and move forward together," a party source said.

EC asks Telangana govt to halt financial aid to farmers over violation

EC asks Telangana govt to halt financial aid to farmers over violation

Rediff.com27 Nov 2023

The state was asked not to publicise the disbursement during the poll code as part of the condition.

Sonia's call to Jaya: The political implications

Sonia's call to Jaya: The political implications

Rediff.com16 May 2011

The Congress may say that Sonia Gandhi's call to new Tamil Nadu chief minister J Jayalalithaa was a courtesy call. But there was a clear message that the Congress president wanted to send, says Neerja Chowdhury.

'An India exists outside BJP's narrative'

'An India exists outside BJP's narrative'

Rediff.com6 Oct 2022

'This is India. We have allowed ourselves to be dictated by the narrative that the BJP has set for itself.'

Assam: CID probe ordered into 'Tricolour cake'

Assam: CID probe ordered into 'Tricolour cake'

Rediff.com17 Feb 2010

The chief magistrate's court in Kamrup district, Assam, has directed the Criminal Investigation Department of the Assam police to conduct a probe into the allegation levelled against Assam chief minister Tarun Gogoi and others for cutting and eating a cake painted in colours of the National Flag at a Republic Day tea party in January.

Why is Xi Jinping Clapping?

Why is Xi Jinping Clapping?

Rediff.com8 Mar 2023

The National People's Congress -- China's annual political gathering known as the Two Sessions -- brought leaders and lawmakers this week to set the Chinese Communist party's agenda for domestic economic and social development for the year.

As BJP picks Cooch Behar votary for RS, Trinamool sees separatism

As BJP picks Cooch Behar votary for RS, Trinamool sees separatism

Rediff.com12 Jul 2023

The Bharatiya Janata Party's decision to nominate Ananta Rai 'Maharaj', who has been demanding a separate state of 'Greater Cooch Behar' to be carved out of West Bengal, as its candidate for the upcoming Rajya Sabha elections from the state, has kicked off a fresh storm with the ruling Trinamool Congress accusing the saffron party of fanning separatism in the state.

Mumbai's Street Life, As Not Seen Before

Mumbai's Street Life, As Not Seen Before

Rediff.com9 Aug 2023

Rediff.com presents a selection of Danish Siddiqui's images which capture the essence of street life in Mumbai.

I sold Assam tea, have special bond with this state: Modi

I sold Assam tea, have special bond with this state: Modi

Rediff.com26 Mar 2016

The PM also took a swipe at 79-year-old Gogoi who had called the assembly election as a direct fight between him and Modi, saying he can only pay his respects to the elderly leader.

Video: The dark side of Lakme Fashion Week

Video: The dark side of Lakme Fashion Week

Rediff.com6 Mar 2010

Designer duo Smita Singh Rathore and Shani Himanshu came up with a macabre theme of dark romanticism for their showing at the LFW.

Sunak sacks Indian origin home secy; Ex-PM Cameron brought in

Sunak sacks Indian origin home secy; Ex-PM Cameron brought in

Rediff.com13 Nov 2023

British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak on Monday sacked his Indian-origin Home Secretary, Suella Braverman, and replaced her with James Cleverly, while former premier David Cameron, in an unusual move, is back in the frontline government as the new foreign secretary.

Modi a fake OBC, not a tea vendor, alleges Congress leader

Modi a fake OBC, not a tea vendor, alleges Congress leader

Rediff.com8 May 2014

Narendra Modi is a 'fake Other Backward Communities member', the Congress alleged on Thursday, seeking to puncture the Bharatiya Janata Party's prime ministerial candidate's attack on Priyanka Gandhi over her neech rajniti barbs.

In Rajasthan's Pokaran, it's Hindu math head vs religious leader of Sindhi Muslims

In Rajasthan's Pokaran, it's Hindu math head vs religious leader of Sindhi Muslims

Rediff.com7 Nov 2023

Congress sitting MLA Saleh Mohammad, is hoping to buck the trend of anti-incumbency in the seat, and believes people will vote for his development work and not along religious lines.

DMK is dengue-malaria-mosquito, should be eradicated, says TN BJP

DMK is dengue-malaria-mosquito, should be eradicated, says TN BJP

Rediff.com7 Sep 2023

Stoutly defending Sanatan Dharma, Tamil Nadu BJP President K Annamalai on Thursday dubbed the ruling DMK a casteist party that must be decimated, and questioned its track record on Dalit empowerment.

Corpse brides, gothic Lolitas on the ramp

Corpse brides, gothic Lolitas on the ramp

Rediff.com6 Mar 2010

Designer duo Smita Singh Rathore and Shani Himanshu came up with a macabre theme of dark romanticism, titled 'A la mode a la mort' (Fashionable to the death') for their showing at the LFW. Here's a look at the latest from their label 11.11, a brand of the Delhi-based CellDSGN studio.

The American Chinese Leaders Adored

The American Chinese Leaders Adored

Rediff.com30 Nov 2023

Dr Kissinger, then US president Richard M Nixon's national security adviser, feigned illness on a visit to Pakistan in July 1971 and made a secret trip to Peking, as Beijing was then called, to begin the process of a rapprochement between America and China. It was a debt that Chinese leaders have never forgotten.

10 Most Searched For Indian Destinations

10 Most Searched For Indian Destinations

Rediff.com31 Dec 2022

If you are planning a vacation, choose from these most clicked on destinations.

The Best Political Biopic? VOTE!

The Best Political Biopic? VOTE!

Rediff.com29 Jan 2024

Deepa Gahlot lists Hindi biopics about Indian political leaders: Some worked, some did not, but they managed to avoid controversy.

'Why do you need Modi's pics on ration bags?'

'Why do you need Modi's pics on ration bags?'

Rediff.com20 Feb 2024

'If a poor voter sees Modi's picture on ration bags, it is natural he will vote for Modi and the BJP.'

Reading the political tea leaves

Reading the political tea leaves

Rediff.com7 Dec 2013

The significance of the Assembly poll results will be more psychological than real for the impending parliamentary elections, says Bharat Bhushan.

'No government ever stooped so low'

'No government ever stooped so low'

Rediff.com30 Oct 2023

'It is violation of the Model Code of Conduct.' 'It is a penal offence under the IPC to exert undue influence on voters.' 'Under the election law, it is a corrupt practice.'

'I don't remember who my enemy is'

'I don't remember who my enemy is'

Rediff.com14 Jul 2023

'If unity is not going to be based on values and principles, how will we achieve it?'

What had been the use of love?

What had been the use of love?

Rediff.com25 Dec 2023

It had meant nothing but moments of intimacy, sweet but transient moments. An intriguing excerpt from Manju Kapur's new novel The Gallery.

Photos: The COOLEST hats at Royal Ascot

Photos: The COOLEST hats at Royal Ascot

Rediff.com22 Jun 2019

Royal Ascot is not just about horse racing any more! It's about fashion and some stunning hats.

Don't need to defend someone with global recognition: Dhankhar on Modi

Don't need to defend someone with global recognition: Dhankhar on Modi

Rediff.com3 Aug 2023

He said the prime minister has received global recognition and India was rising under his leadership.

Reading the tea leaves from RK Nagar bypoll

Reading the tea leaves from RK Nagar bypoll

Rediff.com26 Dec 2017

The RK Nagar bypoll result is a danger signal to the AIADMK government in Tamil Nadu, says R Rajagopalan.

Dhupguri bypoll puts INDIA bloc's unity to test

Dhupguri bypoll puts INDIA bloc's unity to test

Rediff.com3 Sep 2023

The bypoll on September 5 is also a litmus test for all three political outfits, with the BJP hoping to check its erosion in its vote share and retain the seat, the TMC aiming to wrest the tribal-dominated assembly segment and the CPI(M)-Congress alliance hoping to regain its traditional seat.

Chai with the President

Chai with the President

Rediff.com16 Aug 2007

There is a quiet dignity about her at the event that confounds and eventually impresses the diehard sceptic.

Pak court cancels Imran Khan's bail in election commission protest case

Pak court cancels Imran Khan's bail in election commission protest case

Rediff.com15 Feb 2023

Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf activists staged a protest after Khan was disqualified by the Election Commission of Pakistan in the prohibited funding case last year.

After J-K bifurcation, Darjeeling parties seek UT status

After J-K bifurcation, Darjeeling parties seek UT status

Rediff.com6 Aug 2019

The statehood issue and implementation of the sixth schedule of the Constitution have been the major demands in the hills since the beginning of the protracted Gorkhaland movement in 1986.

Now, Prakash Raj attacked for congratulating ISRO

Now, Prakash Raj attacked for congratulating ISRO

Rediff.com23 Aug 2023

In his latest tweet, the 58-year-old actor said the successful landing of Chandrayaan-3 on the Moon's uncharted south pole was a moment of celebration for mankind.

Kerry's wife bats for women

Kerry's wife bats for women

Rediff.com28 Jul 2004

Heinz Kerry grabbed headlines at the start of the convention after telling a reporter to "shove it" when he questioned her about a speech she had given.

BJP banks on Bhagwat confidant to win Modi's hometown

BJP banks on Bhagwat confidant to win Modi's hometown

Rediff.com2 Dec 2022

As one moves towards Vadnagar, local issues such as high prices of cattle feed and inflation becomes louder.

Roadmap of united anti-BJP front in 2024 discussed at mega Oppn meet

Roadmap of united anti-BJP front in 2024 discussed at mega Oppn meet

Rediff.com23 Jun 2023

A basic outline and roadmap for Opposition unity are likely to be deliberated upon with the contentious issue of seat sharing and leadership questions to be avoided for now.