News for 'The Future of Freedom'

Opinion: SC will score self-goal if Bhushan goes free

Opinion: SC will score self-goal if Bhushan goes free

Rediff.com24 Aug 2020

If Prashant Bhushan were to be allowed to go scot-free, it would open the floodgates for abuse of the courts, argues Virendra Kapoor.

US Plays the Tibet Card

US Plays the Tibet Card

Rediff.com4 Jan 2021

China is acutely conscious of the need for the next Dalai Lama to be under its control. It was for this reason that China recently stressed their claim on Arunachal Pradesh. There were rumours that the next Dalai Lama may be found in Tawang. If that happens, India-China relations will become tense and there may be demands for the child to be handed over to the Chinese, points out Ambassador T P Sreenivasan.

The BEST Indian Films of 2021

The BEST Indian Films of 2021

Rediff.com29 Dec 2021

Aseem Chhabra lists his favourite Indian films of 2021.

'In the milk of OBCs and Dalits, Muslims have added sugar'

'In the milk of OBCs and Dalits, Muslims have added sugar'

Rediff.com10 Oct 2018

'The Congress wants to eat the cake, but does not want to share it.'

Remain non-violent when fighting for a cause: Prez on R-Day eve

Remain non-violent when fighting for a cause: Prez on R-Day eve

Rediff.com25 Jan 2020

Stressing that both the government and the opposition have 'important roles to play', the President said, "While giving expression to their political ideas both must move forward in tandem to ensure that development of the country and welfare of its people are promoted consistently."

Kamala Harris enters US presidential race

Kamala Harris enters US presidential race

Rediff.com21 Jan 2019

In a video, announcing her candidacy for the office, Harris said, "Justice. Decency. Equality. Freedom. Democracy. These aren't just words. They're the values we as Americans cherish. And they're all on the line now. The future of our country depends on you and millions of others lifting our voices to fight for our American values. That's why I'm running for president of the United States."

Constitution can't be 'doctored', nationalism can't be 'patented': Kanhaiya

Constitution can't be 'doctored', nationalism can't be 'patented': Kanhaiya

Rediff.com4 Mar 2016

Speaking to the media a day after he was released from Tihar Jail after he was charged for sedition, Kanhaiya thanked everyone who supported him and alleged that a conspiracy was afoot to malign the JNU campus and its students.

India shouldn't intervene in choosing next Dalai Lama: Chinese authorities

India shouldn't intervene in choosing next Dalai Lama: Chinese authorities

Rediff.com14 Jul 2019

The Dalai Lama is 84 years old now and the issue of his successor has gained prominence in the last couple of years in the wake of his health issues.

'Women must live within limits'

'Women must live within limits'

Rediff.com6 Oct 2020

'When you sow a small plant, then you keep watch on it so that wild cattle should not eat that sapling.'

An Indian Dalai Lama

An Indian Dalai Lama

Rediff.com4 Mar 2021

Tawang is very much a part of India, and if the present Dalai Lama decides one day to take rebirth in Tawang, the Indian government will openly welcome him and support him, notes Claude Arpi.

Parrikar was 17th CM in country to die while in office

Parrikar was 17th CM in country to die while in office

Rediff.com18 Mar 2019

He was also the second in Goa who died while still in office.

Desh bhakti in Bollywood

Desh bhakti in Bollywood

Rediff.com16 Aug 2018

Abhishek, Ajay, Alia, Anushka, Karan, Karthik, Ranveer, Richa, SRK, Shilpa, Sonakshi, Sonam, Varun... celebrate Independence Day.

The Shahabuddin Effect

The Shahabuddin Effect

Rediff.com1 May 2021

Nitish Kumar had a week's time to prove his majority, but Laloo Yadav made full use of Siwan don Mohammad Shahabuddin. A revealing excerpt from Rajesh Singh's Baahubalis Of Indian Politics: From Bullet To Ballot.

Get your sister a credit card this Rakshabandhan

Get your sister a credit card this Rakshabandhan

Rediff.com16 Aug 2016

You can gift your sister a Women Special Credit Card, which is not only loaded with exciting rewards for women, but they are also your sister's first step towards a better credit management.

BJP's oldest ally Shiromani Akali Dal quits NDA over farm bills

BJP's oldest ally Shiromani Akali Dal quits NDA over farm bills

Rediff.com27 Sep 2020

SAD chief Sukhbir Singh Badal announced the decision to snap ties with the NDA on Saturday night, amid stepped up agitation by farmers in Punjab over the three legislations which were recently passed by Parliament amid Opposition protests.

Meet the man behind the sedition case against Rahul Gandhi

Meet the man behind the sedition case against Rahul Gandhi

Rediff.com1 Mar 2016

"It was wrong of Rahul Gandhi and other opposition leaders to express their solidarity with these JNU leaders and therefore I have filed a case of sedition against them," adds Goud.

Pak Senate passes resolution condemning Modi's 'mothership of terror' remark

Pak Senate passes resolution condemning Modi's 'mothership of terror' remark

Rediff.com16 Jan 2017

Pakistan Senate has unanimously passed a resolution condemning Prime Minister Narendra Modi's recent remarks in which he described Pakistan as the "mothership of terrorism", calling it a "baseless" propaganda to divert international attention from "atrocities" in Kashmir.

After regime change in Iraq, will it be Cuba now?

After regime change in Iraq, will it be Cuba now?

Rediff.com6 May 2004

US President George W Bush on Thursday reiterated his support for Cuban dissidents who want to overthrow the Fidel Castro government, saying it is in the Cuban people's interest to be 'free from tyranny'.

Rajan says attacks on him were 'abominable'

Rajan says attacks on him were 'abominable'

Rediff.com10 Aug 2016

Rajan said the process of dialogue with the government did not reach a stage where he could have agreed to stay on

Modi's bhoomi puja speech: A masterpiece!

Modi's bhoomi puja speech: A masterpiece!

Rediff.com6 Aug 2020

'His speech at the bhoomi puja will stand out for a long time in the memory of those who listened to it for touching the pinnacle of excellence and brilliance in both style and content,' declares B S Raghavan, the distinguished civil servant.

Watch: 'Even using the word behead is barbaric'

Watch: 'Even using the word behead is barbaric'

Rediff.com24 Nov 2017

'Is it okay to write your future in blood?? India and Indians have become intolerant. Now to an extent that it's scary.' Rohit Roy is stumped by the state of affairs in India.

Modi will have a good relationship with Biden

Modi will have a good relationship with Biden

Rediff.com8 Nov 2020

'The credit for managing Trump should go to Modi.' 'Biden is a predictable and rational person with plenty of administrative experience,' notes Ambassador T P Sreenivasan.

Absolutely convinced that PM is corrupt: Rahul

Absolutely convinced that PM is corrupt: Rahul

Rediff.com22 Sep 2018

The prime minister must clear his stand on the Rafale deal after Hollande's remarks, he said.

Hong Kong anti-government protests spill into Manchester City game

Hong Kong anti-government protests spill into Manchester City game

Rediff.com24 Jul 2019

Before the game, a few protesters handed out fliers outside the stadium where Man City played local outfit Kitchee.

'You can't sustain a campaign of hate'

'You can't sustain a campaign of hate'

Rediff.com24 Dec 2018

'You can't go on creating division and rhetoric of hate.' 'It comes to roost. We are seeing the first glimpses of that in the state elections.'

Full text of Modi's address to US Congress

Full text of Modi's address to US Congress

Rediff.com8 Jun 2016

Here's the full text of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's address to the United States Congress.

SC seeks govt's reply on restoring 4G services in J-K

SC seeks govt's reply on restoring 4G services in J-K

Rediff.com21 Apr 2020

The Centre opposed the plea by telling the apex court that it is a question of national security as militancy still poses a serious threat in Jammu and Kashmir and cited a recent incident where hundreds of people gathered in the valley for a funeral of a militant killed by security forces.

When Delhi did not worry about the fear of failure...

When Delhi did not worry about the fear of failure...

Rediff.com5 May 2017

Delhi Daredevils stand-in skipper Karun Nair described the sensational 143-run stand between Rishabh Pant and Sanju Samson as one of the best partnership that he has witnessed in his life.

Was Kangana's National Award calculated?

Was Kangana's National Award calculated?

Rediff.com29 Mar 2021

'Of all artists who openly support the current political dispensation, she is far and away the finest,' argues Sreehari Nair. 'With the exception of perhaps Tabu, no Indian actress has done more to extend the range of the feminine mystique in Hindi cinema.'

Indian girls prefer Hema Malini type of mother-in-law

Indian girls prefer Hema Malini type of mother-in-law

Rediff.com28 Oct 2016

Hema Malini is the ideal mother-in-law since she is modern in thought and would encourage and support her daughter-in-law the way she supports her own daughters, a survey revealed.

Coronavirus blow for other parties, it's AIADMK vs DMK in 2021

Coronavirus blow for other parties, it's AIADMK vs DMK in 2021

Rediff.com8 May 2020

The Tamil Nadu voter may not be in the mood to test new talent, not when the state and the people are going through unprecedented and unanticipated crises, of which coronavirus is only the first. All of it boils down to an election between the ruling AIADMK and the Opposition DMK next year, with small-timers, had-been parties and promised parties left on the sidelines, says N Sathiya Moorthy.

Shopping 3.0 is here

Shopping 3.0 is here

Rediff.com12 Dec 2017

Turbocharged with technology is becoming the Holy Grail of retail.

Why the Congress is on the back foot

Why the Congress is on the back foot

Rediff.com8 Jul 2020

'Given that the RGF is a family-controlled trust, why would the Congress defend it every time someone accuses it of wrong-doing?' asks Virendra Kapoor.

Brexit fallout looms over historic Theresa May-Angela Merkel meeting

Brexit fallout looms over historic Theresa May-Angela Merkel meeting

Rediff.com21 Jul 2016

On her first foreign trip since taking office, May told Merkel that her government would not ask to leave the EU before the end of 2016.

Anachronistic Art 370 encouraged terrorism: Jaishankar

Anachronistic Art 370 encouraged terrorism: Jaishankar

Rediff.com24 Sep 2019

Writing in the United Kingdom's 'Financial Times' newspaper on Tuesday, the minister sought to counter criticism over Prime Minister Narendra Modi-led government's announcement over the "anachronistic provision" last month, which he said had resulted in socio-economic injustice due to the inability to apply national laws in Jammu and Kashmir.

Zuckerberg finds board member's comment on India 'deeply upsetting'

Zuckerberg finds board member's comment on India 'deeply upsetting'

Rediff.com11 Feb 2016

Andreessen made a objectionable tweet about India after Trai ruled against Facebook's free but restricted internet programme

Why did RBI take this route to save Yes Bank?

Why did RBI take this route to save Yes Bank?

Rediff.com17 Mar 2020

'The RBI has not allowed any commercial bank to fail in the past three decades.' 'It has always played the role of a matchmaker, but this is the best deal it has stitched,' notes Tamal Bandyopadhyay.

Why I quit BJP and joined tractor protest

Why I quit BJP and joined tractor protest

Rediff.com26 Jan 2021

'A perception has been built in our country that whatever Modi says you cannot challenge that.'

Air India sale: Govt relaxes rules to attract buyers

Air India sale: Govt relaxes rules to attract buyers

Rediff.com15 Jun 2019

'Since the government will not hold any significant stake in the airline this time, such restrictions are not required anymore.'

10 Women have their say on Women's Day

10 Women have their say on Women's Day

Rediff.com9 Mar 2020

Some of Bollywood's amazing women shared some amazing words on Women's Day.