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Hathiram Chaudhary: A Hero For Our Times

Hathiram Chaudhary: A Hero For Our Times

Rediff.com31 Jan 2025

We do not whistle for Hathiram Chaudhary. And yet the bond we feel towards him is spontaneous, almost effortless. This is because he shares something of our too-ideal dreams, our wry acceptance of our limitations, our useful frustrations, and our pointless sprints, explains Sreehari Nair.

'I am a switch on-switch off actor'

'I am a switch on-switch off actor'

Rediff.com19 Aug 2021

'I don't let it affect my life because otherwise, we will go mad.'

How Dr Singh Changed Finance Minister's Role

How Dr Singh Changed Finance Minister's Role

Rediff.com1 Feb 2025

'Suddenly we had a new comprehension of affairs, which reminded that the luxury of politics floated atop a foundation by economics.' 'Along with this, finance ministers became crucial in molding the perception and reputation of Union Cabinets.' 'Governments couldn't afford a wrong person in that portfolio,' asserts Shyam G Menon.

Does Sana Need A Kala Tikka?

Does Sana Need A Kala Tikka?

Rediff.com21 Oct 2024

Television actor and Bigg Boss OTT 3 winner Sana Makbul made a take-your-breath-away entry, walking for designer Varshha at the Bombay Times Fashion Week in Mumbai.

'Like Karna, Modiji Is guarding Bharat's Izzat'

'Like Karna, Modiji Is guarding Bharat's Izzat'

Rediff.com19 Nov 2024

Movie star-Minister Suresh Gopi visited Thane over the weekend to campaign for the ruling Mahayuti alliance in Maharashtra.

Bitcoin at $100,000: Milestone likely to boost Indian investors' rush

Bitcoin at $100,000: Milestone likely to boost Indian investors' rush

Rediff.com6 Dec 2024

The recent Bitcoin rally, which saw the cryptocurrency surge past the $100,000 mark on Thursday, is drawing Indian investors in droves. Cryptocurrency platforms in India are experiencing a significant uptick in activity and user sign-ups, driven by the optimism surrounding "crypto-friendly" Donald Trump's US presidential election victory.

Why Neeraj Chopra switched to non-veg

Why Neeraj Chopra switched to non-veg

Rediff.com31 Oct 2023

Neeraj Chopra's foreign training stints in the last few years forced him to include non-vegetarian diet as vegetarian food was not easily available abroad.

Chhetri makes history again, leads BFC to victory

Chhetri makes history again, leads BFC to victory

Rediff.com27 Nov 2024

Sunil Chhetri came up with two late goals as Bengaluru FC edged past Mohammedan SC 2-1 in the Indian Super League in Kolkata on Wednesday.

Who Should Replace Rohit As Opener?

Who Should Replace Rohit As Opener?

Rediff.com15 Nov 2024

K L Rahul or Shubman Gill?

Ranji: Maharashtra crush Baroda; Vidarbha thrash Rajasthan

Ranji: Maharashtra crush Baroda; Vidarbha thrash Rajasthan

Rediff.com26 Jan 2025

Maharashtra secured a resounding 439-run victory over Baroda in a Group A Ranji Trophy match, keeping defending champions Mumbai's hopes alive for the knockout stage.

Aus Open PIX: Djokovic survives scare; Alcaraz cruises

Aus Open PIX: Djokovic survives scare; Alcaraz cruises

Rediff.com13 Jan 2025

Novak Djokovic was seriously rattled early on by inspired American teenager Nishesh Basavareddy but rallied for a 4-6, 6-3, 6-4, 6-2 victory on Monday.

Ustad Zakir Hussain Passes Away

Ustad Zakir Hussain Passes Away

Rediff.com16 Dec 2024

Tabla maestro Ustad Zakir Hussain died at a hospital in San Francisco, his family said on Monday.

'Algo Trading Is Not Risk-Free'

'Algo Trading Is Not Risk-Free'

Rediff.com23 Dec 2024

Many enter this arena without a detailed understanding of how their algo works.' 'Diligently review information on the strategy, risk profile, potential losses, and expected gains before investing.'

Weddings, Winter Can Damage Your Skin

Weddings, Winter Can Damage Your Skin

Rediff.com22 Nov 2024

Over-exfoliating can irritate your skin and lead to dryness. During winter months, limit exfoliation to once or twice a week, depending on your skin type, advises Dinyar Workingboxwala, celebrity aesthetician and co-founder of the beauty products brand, BiE.

Abu Dhabi GP: McLaren on course for title after front row sweep

Abu Dhabi GP: McLaren on course for title after front row sweep

Rediff.com7 Dec 2024

Lando Norris led a McLaren front row sweep in qualifying for the season-ending Abu Dhabi Grand Prix on Saturday

'Our India centre is a hub for global innovation'

'Our India centre is a hub for global innovation'

Rediff.com8 Jan 2025

'Our business continues to roll out its strategy, the role of this GDTC continues to grow.'

Mess with anyone but me: Sharad Pawar vows to defeat Ajit

Mess with anyone but me: Sharad Pawar vows to defeat Ajit

Rediff.com18 Nov 2024

The 83-year-old former Union minister emphasised his status as an undefeated politician since he became an MLA in 1967 at the age of 27 and said, "I have my own experiences."

Mumbai airport switches to green energy sources

Mumbai airport switches to green energy sources

Rediff.com10 Oct 2022

Adani group-AAI operated Mumbai airport on Monday said it has switched to green energy sources, fulfilling 95 per cent of its requirement from hydro and wind and the rest 5 per cent from solar power. The facility witnessed a rise in natural energy procurement with 57 per cent green consumption in April to a whopping 98 per cent between May to July, and finally attained 100 per cent utilisation of renewable sources of energy in August, the private airport operator said in a statement. Mumbai Airport was the first in India to launch hybrid technology which has been solely running on green energy since April, thus enabling an efficient and low carbon future for aviation, as part of efforts to reduce carbon footprint, it said.

IRCTC's Winter Wonderland Holiday

IRCTC's Winter Wonderland Holiday

Rediff.com20 Jan 2025

Travelling from South India to Kashmir in December was magical for Ganesh Nadar as he feasted his eyes on the beauty of the snow-capped Himalayas.

Rohit Enjoys His Daddy Duties

Rohit Enjoys His Daddy Duties

Rediff.com20 Aug 2024

Rohit expressed the need for a break, captioning a family photo with 'Switch off & reset'.

The Stumps Show: Can India Bounce Back?

The Stumps Show: Can India Bounce Back?

Rediff.com7 Dec 2024

India did not respect the match situation, the playing conditions, and the bowlers, and they've paid a price for it.

J-K attack: Architect's wife waited for his call to end her fast

J-K attack: Architect's wife waited for his call to end her fast

Rediff.com21 Oct 2024

No one told them what had happened until late at night. And then too, it came through the media, the family said.

Dhvani's Deliciously Sassy Style

Dhvani's Deliciously Sassy Style

Rediff.com12 Sep 2024

Dhavni's style game is always on fleek.

Crypto or not: Industry to focus on user protection, licensing regime

Crypto or not: Industry to focus on user protection, licensing regime

Rediff.com25 Nov 2024

User protection and a proposal for a licensing framework for companies seeking to operate in the cryptocurrency area will be part of an upcoming consultation paper on the sector, said a senior industry executive. Even as specific regulations around crypto are yet to take shape, companies are setting up baseline user protection processes, including a redressal mechanism, fraud detection, regular filing of suspicious transaction reports (STRs), among others.

Australia edge past US to reach Davis Cup semi-finals

Australia edge past US to reach Davis Cup semi-finals

Rediff.com21 Nov 2024

Australia booked their place in the Davis Cup semi-finals as doubles pair Matthew Ebden and Jordan Thompson clinched the deciding rubber against the United States on Thursday.

Sena pushes for 100 seats amid MVA seat-sharing tussle

Sena pushes for 100 seats amid MVA seat-sharing tussle

Rediff.com24 Oct 2024

"There can be an exchange of seats," Raut on Thursday said, stressing merit and winnability will be the key factors in selecting a candidate.

Jharkhand power couple proves influence over tribal votes

Jharkhand power couple proves influence over tribal votes

Rediff.com23 Nov 2024

Call it a charismatic show by the power couple -- Hemant Soren and Kalpana Soren -- whom the Bharatiya Janata Party had dubbed as 'Bunty aur Babli', Jharkhand's Jharkhand Mukti Morcha is on track to secure a second consecutive term as part of the Indian National Developmental Inclusive Alliance (INDIA).

McLaren v Ferrari is F1's big fight now

McLaren v Ferrari is F1's big fight now

Rediff.com28 Nov 2024

McLaren could clinch their first constructors' crown since 1998 on Sunday if they outscore Ferrari by 21 points at the Qatar F1 Grand Prix.

Woman drugged, abducted from train, gang-raped

Woman drugged, abducted from train, gang-raped

Rediff.com14 Oct 2024

A 22-year-old woman was allegedly abducted from the Kota-Etawah Express and gang-raped by three men who held her hostage for five hours, officials said on Monday.

Chandrababu posts row: Andhra cops on hunt for RGV after he skips probe

Chandrababu posts row: Andhra cops on hunt for RGV after he skips probe

Rediff.com26 Nov 2024

Andhra Pradesh Police are searching for film director Ram Gopal Varma after he failed to appear for an investigation regarding his alleged offensive social media posts against Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu and others. Varma's lawyer claimed that the director would cooperate with the investigation via "digital mode" as "digital policing is prevalent all over India now." However, police have stated that Varma was given ample time and has failed to show up for the investigation twice. The police are combing every place where Varma is suspected to be present.

SKY needs 'tiny mind switch' to succeed in ODI cricket: AB de Villiers

SKY needs 'tiny mind switch' to succeed in ODI cricket: AB de Villiers

Rediff.com9 Sep 2023

A B de Villiers believes that India's T20 batting sensation Suryakumar Yadav needs a slight tweak in his mindset in order to replicate his success in the 50-over format.

How Jaiswal prepared for Aussie bouncers...

How Jaiswal prepared for Aussie bouncers...

Rediff.com23 Nov 2024

Yashasvi Jaiswal's intense and innovative pre-tour training against short-pitched balls at the Thane Stadium contributed to his unbeaten 90 in Perth

Why Aus teen Konstas should not be rushed into Test cricket

Why Aus teen Konstas should not be rushed into Test cricket

Rediff.com2 Nov 2024

Konstas, Marcus Harris and Cameron Bancroft among others are looking to get into the Australian XI as Khawaja's opening partner in the series against India.

How Your Income, Investments Are Taxed

How Your Income, Investments Are Taxed

Rediff.com28 Nov 2024

Your choice between the Old and New Tax Regimes should reflect your financial strategy and investment goals, says Ramalingam Kalirajan

Australia is going to be a different ball game: Rohit

Australia is going to be a different ball game: Rohit

Rediff.com4 Nov 2024

India's batters must now prepare for the switch from the turning tracks on home soil to the pace and bounce of Australian pitches.

Rohit's Slump, Kohli's Misjudgment: How India Crumbled At The MCG!

Rohit's Slump, Kohli's Misjudgment: How India Crumbled At The MCG!

Rediff.com30 Dec 2024

When you are defending to save a game, a loose delivery comes along and you suddenly opt to play an attacking shot, you are unlikely to hit as well as if you were playing your naturally aggressive game all along. First Pant, then Jaiswal, found that out the costly way, observes Prem Panicker.

Shah Rukh Khan: I Will Leave Films If...

Shah Rukh Khan: I Will Leave Films If...

Rediff.com8 Jan 2025

Gauri wasn't very happy about living the Bombay life. With no friends in the city, she wanted her husband's films to flop so they could go back home, to Delhi.

Switch to Laggards for Stock Rewards

Switch to Laggards for Stock Rewards

Rediff.com31 Jul 2021

The laggards include FMCG (16 per cent), Energy (37 per cent) and Media (34 per cent).

What Makes Kalyani Saha So Fabulous

What Makes Kalyani Saha So Fabulous

Rediff.com23 Oct 2024

Shalini Passi isn't the only one ruffling up feathers on Fabulous Lives VS Bollywood Wives. Kalyani Saha Chawla is doing all that too!

Delhi murder: Sahil dumped weapon in Rithala, switched phone off, fled to UP

Delhi murder: Sahil dumped weapon in Rithala, switched phone off, fled to UP

Rediff.com30 May 2023

Sahil brutally killed a 16-year-old girl on Sunday evening by stabbing her over 20 times and bludgeoning her to death with a cement slab.