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Srishty Knows Just How To Handle The Summer Heat

Srishty Knows Just How To Handle The Summer Heat

Rediff.com17 Apr 2024

With va-va-voom swimsuits, frilly tops and cute shorts, she's ready for the season.

Can Modi 3.0 Beat The 3 Cs Trap?

Can Modi 3.0 Beat The 3 Cs Trap?

Rediff.com10 Sep 2024

'Don't be surprised if the Census forms come with a caste box.' 'I will be surprised if it doesn't. It will be a point conceded to Rahul Gandhi and his allies,' asserts Shekhar Gupta. The BJP machine could take all 3 in its stride, but this election has changed that, notes Shekhar Gupta.

Abolition of angel tax cheers startups, investors

Abolition of angel tax cheers startups, investors

Rediff.com23 Jul 2024

Startup and venture funds on Tuesday cheered the Budget decision on the abolition of angel tax for all investor classes, terming it a "game-changer" that would remove significant barriers in growth and foster a vibrant and dynamic ecosystem. Angel tax refers to the tax that the government imposes on funding raised by unlisted companies, or startups if their valuation exceeds the company's fair market value.

V-Day: What Designers Suggest For Yami, Mira And You

V-Day: What Designers Suggest For Yami, Mira And You

Rediff.com12 Feb 2024

Understated or elegant, flirty or playful -- whatever your style, these designers have a tip for you.

Vaani, Disha Rock Backless Trend

Vaani, Disha Rock Backless Trend

Rediff.com29 May 2024

The backless silhouette seems to be back in vogue these days, and Bollywood's divas prove it.

Wild and sexy! Priyanka wows in a leopard print

Wild and sexy! Priyanka wows in a leopard print

Rediff.com2 Mar 2020

Harper's Bazaar Singapore's March 2020 cover girl Priyanka Chopra makes a stylish statement in prints.

Is Tamil Nadu Heading For A Jallikattu 2.0 Moment?

Is Tamil Nadu Heading For A Jallikattu 2.0 Moment?

Rediff.com20 Sep 2024

The recent 'revelation' by TN fishers freed by Sri Lanka after they had paid up Lankan rupees 50,000 each in fines, that their hair was tonsured in prison and they were forced to remove their garments other than the underpants, and were also made to clean toilets, as if with vengeance, has touched a raw nerve this time, just as another issue or issues had done it ahead of the Jallikattu protests, observes N Sathiya Moorthy.

Cong slams govt over delay in Class 6 textbooks

Cong slams govt over delay in Class 6 textbooks

Rediff.com5 Jul 2024

The textbooks themselves have not been finalised by the National Syllabus and Teaching Learning Material Committee (NSTC), he said.

Rs 2,000 notes were not printed in 2019-20: RBI

Rs 2,000 notes were not printed in 2019-20: RBI

Rediff.com25 Aug 2020

The number of Rs 2,000 currency notes in circulation has come down from 33,632 lakh pieces at end-March 2018 to 32,910 lakh pieces at end-March 2019 and further to 27,398 lakh pieces at end-March 2020.

Key factors why India's services sector growth rose in June

Key factors why India's services sector growth rose in June

Rediff.com3 Jul 2024

India's services sector growth quickened in June from May's five-month low, amid a stronger rise in new orders and an unprecedented expansion in international sales, a monthly survey said on Wednesday. The seasonally adjusted HSBC India Services Business Activity Index rose from 60.2 in May to 60.5 in June, pointing to a sharp expansion in output. In the Purchasing Managers' Index (PMI) parlance, a print above 50 means expansion, while a score below 50 denotes contraction.

Bloody Ishq Review: We've Seen It All Before

Bloody Ishq Review: We've Seen It All Before

Rediff.com26 Jul 2024

Bloody Ishq comes off looking even more shoddy and ill-conceived when there is so much superior content to entertain the horror buff, observes Deepa Gahlot.

Pharma cos okay with QR codes to combat counterfeit drugs

Pharma cos okay with QR codes to combat counterfeit drugs

Rediff.com19 Jul 2024

As the Drugs Controller General of India (DCGI) is set to crack down on companies to ensure compliance with printing QR codes on top-selling brands to curb counterfeiting, top pharma companies say they welcome the regulator's mandate and that they are on track. They also view it as a positive step to ensure patient safety. Sheetal Arora, CEO of Mankind Pharmaceuticals, which has already adopted QR codes in 20 of their products, stated: "We strongly advocate for mandatory implementation of barcodes and QR codes on medicines as this initiative will not only protect patients but also strengthen the integrity of our healthcare system by reducing circulation of counterfeit drugs."

Scenes From Rakul-Jackky's Haldi Ceremony

Scenes From Rakul-Jackky's Haldi Ceremony

Rediff.com29 Feb 2024

After sharing sangeet and mehendi pictures, newlyweds Rakul Singh and Jackky Bhagnani shared pictures from their haldi ceremony.

Anurag's caste jibe at Rahul expunged in heated Budget debate

Anurag's caste jibe at Rahul expunged in heated Budget debate

Rediff.com31 Jul 2024

Questioning the Congress's stand on caste census, the BJP leader made certain remarks on Gandhi's caste that triggered the uproar and had Congress members trooping into the well of the Lok Sabha. "Anurag Thakur insulted me and I don't want any apology from him. Abuse or insult me as hard as you can but don't forget we will pass the caste census in this Parliament for sure," the Leader of the Opposition said.

Shruti Loves Having Fun With...

Shruti Loves Having Fun With...

Rediff.com8 Apr 2024

She has been painting her 'life with happiness'.

Sharvari Is Such A Stunner

Sharvari Is Such A Stunner

Rediff.com1 Apr 2024

Her irresistible fashion makes her hugely popular with Gen Z.

So That's Why Sharvari, Vaani Are Looking So Pretty

So That's Why Sharvari, Vaani Are Looking So Pretty

Rediff.com26 Apr 2024

Are these B-Town's most fashionable floral moments?

Time To Shut Down Coaching Classes?

Time To Shut Down Coaching Classes?

Rediff.com24 Aug 2024

The coaching-tuition-profiteering model built on the back of a broken education system is a scandal and an abomination, and must go, asserts Shekhar Gupta.

'This Isn't About Rejecting Our Heritage'

'This Isn't About Rejecting Our Heritage'

Rediff.com27 Aug 2024

'...but subjecting our heritage to rigorous evidence-based understanding.'

Priyanka, Madhuri Attend A Roman Holi Party

Priyanka, Madhuri Attend A Roman Holi Party

Rediff.com16 Mar 2024

Holi celebrations started early, as Isha Ambani, together with Bvlgari, hosted a party for filmi folk in Mumbai.

#AmbaniWedding: Are These The Best Dressed Stars? VOTE

#AmbaniWedding: Are These The Best Dressed Stars? VOTE

Rediff.com15 Jul 2024

When you are attending one of the most high-profile weddings in the world, you expect nothing less than opulent fashion on display. That's exactly what we saw at the lavish wedding of Radhika Merchant and Anant Ambani.

Shehnaaz, Sonal, Manushi's Fearless Beach Fashion

Shehnaaz, Sonal, Manushi's Fearless Beach Fashion

Rediff.com2 May 2024

Headed to the sandy beaches of Goa? Time to get out of your sartorial rut and let these celebs inspire you.

Has RBI stopped printing Rs 2,000 notes?

Has RBI stopped printing Rs 2,000 notes?

Rediff.com20 Dec 2017

RBI has printed 16,957 million pieces of Rs 500 notes and 3,654 million pieces of Rs 2,000 notes as on December 8.

Sobhita Will Charm You Off Your Feet

Sobhita Will Charm You Off Your Feet

Rediff.com2 Apr 2024

She is the picture of contentment in relaxed, carefree outfits.

HC orders takedown of post on centipede in Amul ice cream

HC orders takedown of post on centipede in Amul ice cream

Rediff.com5 Jul 2024

The Delhi high court has directed a Noida resident to remove her social media posts that alleged she found a centipede in a tub of Amul ice cream bought by her.

Kamala Harris gains ground post Biden exit, in tie with Trump: Poll

Kamala Harris gains ground post Biden exit, in tie with Trump: Poll

Rediff.com27 Jul 2024

Harris, with only 14 percent saying they would prefer another option, has an overwhelming 70 percent of Democratic voters support, the New York Times cited the poll as saying.

Sizzling Pataka Styles

Sizzling Pataka Styles

Rediff.com15 Mar 2024

They will bring out the sexy diva in you!

Stuck in space, NASA astronaut Sunita Williams says...

Stuck in space, NASA astronaut Sunita Williams says...

Rediff.com11 Jul 2024

'I feel confident that, if we had to, if there was a problem with the International Space Station, we would get in (the Starliner spacecraft) and we could undock, talk to our team, and figure out the best way to come home'

Sonal Is Quite The Modern Apsara

Sonal Is Quite The Modern Apsara

Rediff.com18 Mar 2024

She gave the ramp a little extra oomph in a splendid Sejal Kamdar outfit.

What Are Models Doing On Mumbai's Race Course?

What Are Models Doing On Mumbai's Race Course?

Rediff.com14 Mar 2024

Designer Rajesh Pratap Singh chose to dedicate his show to Jaipur's vibrant culture and his love for the sport of polo.

Madhuri Will Make Your Heart Go Dhak Dhak

Madhuri Will Make Your Heart Go Dhak Dhak

Rediff.com21 Mar 2024

Madhuri Dixit Nene's infectious charm will never go out of style.

Bollywood's Best Way To Cool Down

Bollywood's Best Way To Cool Down

Rediff.com26 Apr 2024

A dip in the pool, of course!

'Even If We Have To Die, We Won't Let This Port Come Up'

'Even If We Have To Die, We Won't Let This Port Come Up'

Rediff.com13 Sep 2024

'Modi knows the people here are opposed to this project, but he is using the might of government to push this port down our throats.'

Sarah Is The Hottest Date Ever

Sarah Is The Hottest Date Ever

Rediff.com18 Dec 2023

Check out some of Sarah Jane Dias' unforgettable fashion moments.

DNA newspaper shuts print edition, to go fully digital

DNA newspaper shuts print edition, to go fully digital

Rediff.com9 Oct 2019

The last edition of the 14-year-old morninger, which had already stopped from Delhi and other centres earlier, will come out on Thursday from Mumbai and Ahmedabad, the broadsheet owned by Zee group's Subhash Chandra's Essel group said.

No indication of 'mass malpractice' in NEET-UG 2024: Centre

No indication of 'mass malpractice' in NEET-UG 2024: Centre

Rediff.com11 Jul 2024

The Centre said the data analytics of results of NEET-UG 2024 show the marks distribution follows the bell-shaped curve that is witnessed in any large-scale examination indicating no abnormality.

Labour min rebuts Citigroup's research report on employment in India

Labour min rebuts Citigroup's research report on employment in India

Rediff.com8 Jul 2024

The labour ministry on Monday rebutted a recent report by Citigroup which forecast that India will struggle to create sufficient employment opportunities even with a 7 per cent growth rate. The ministry in a statement said the report "fails to account for the comprehensive and positive employment data available from official sources such as Periodic Labour Force Survey (PLFS) and the Reserve Bank of India's KLEMS data."

Why Adani Solar Sought Visas For Chinese

Why Adani Solar Sought Visas For Chinese

Rediff.com8 Jul 2024

In seeking visa approvals for engineers from China, the company has reasoned that India lacks the expertise to set up such a solar facility.

Like Abhimanyu, India trapped in BJP's 'chakravyuh': Rahul

Like Abhimanyu, India trapped in BJP's 'chakravyuh': Rahul

Rediff.com29 Jul 2024

Using the Mahabharat reference as a leitmotif, Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi on Monday claimed that an atmosphere of fear prevails all around with a group of six trapping the entire country in a 'chakravyuh' he promised would be broken by the INDIA bloc.

Gorgeous Monali's Hatke Style

Gorgeous Monali's Hatke Style

Rediff.com11 Apr 2024

The singer has you covered, whether you prefer a traditional outfit or a contemporary number.