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10 Tips For The Best Wedding Photos

10 Tips For The Best Wedding Photos

Rediff.com22 Jun 2022

It's OK to laugh, giggle, scowl, stick your tongue out and be natural, recommends celebrity wedding photographer Megha Israni.

The Ashes: Milestones to watch out for...

The Ashes: Milestones to watch out for...

Rediff.com15 Jun 2023

As the prestigious Ashes gets underway, here's a look at the milestones that can be achieved.

Neha Dhupia just can't get it right!

Neha Dhupia just can't get it right!

Rediff.com11 Jun 2020

Neha Dhupia was among the many film folk who took up Amitabh Bachchan's tongue-twister challenge.

Digvijaya's tongue not in Cong's control: Uma Bharti

Digvijaya's tongue not in Cong's control: Uma Bharti

Rediff.com22 Jun 2011

Bharatiya Janata Party leader Uma Bharti on Wednesday said though the party has faith in Hindutva and the Ram temple issue, they would not be its political agenda for the Uttar Pradesh Assembly elections scheduled for early next year.

Kerala minister criticises Constitution, regrets later

Kerala minister criticises Constitution, regrets later

Rediff.com5 Jul 2022

Kerala Minister Saji Cheriyan on Tuesday landed in trouble for his harsh remarks against the Constitution, triggering a huge political row in the state with the opposition demanding for his sacking, but the Left leader later expressed regret and claimed news reports in this connection were 'distorted'.

The Top 10 Spy Thrillers On OTT

The Top 10 Spy Thrillers On OTT

Rediff.com4 Jul 2023

As the second season of The Night Manager hits the OTT screen, Deepa Gahlot looks back at the top spy thrillers on streaming platforms.

Why Nirmala Sitharaman is scared of speaking Hindi

Why Nirmala Sitharaman is scared of speaking Hindi

Rediff.com15 Sep 2022

Union Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Thursday said speaking Hindi gives her 'shivers' and she speaks the language with hesitation.

A Memorable Dinner With Aamir Khan

A Memorable Dinner With Aamir Khan

Rediff.com30 Mar 2023

By refusing to follow the pack and remain politically correct, Aamir Khan has paid a price. A fascinating excerpt from Shobhaa De's new book, Insatiable.

'Whom was the BJP trying to please then?'

'Whom was the BJP trying to please then?'

Rediff.com27 Mar 2023

'When Fadnavis takes our help, it was sabka saath.' 'But when we support his rival, the latter is branded as appeasing Muslims.'

Big Tech Is Rushing To Train AI In Local Languages

Big Tech Is Rushing To Train AI In Local Languages

Rediff.com21 Feb 2023

Indian mobile and Web consumers speak in 30 languages and around 1,600 dialects.

Interfaith marriage in Kerala leaves CPI-M red-faced over 'love jihad' charge

Interfaith marriage in Kerala leaves CPI-M red-faced over 'love jihad' charge

Rediff.com13 Apr 2022

A recent interfaith marriage of a Muslim activist of the ruling Communist Party of India-Marxist's youth wing DYFI, has stirred up a political storm after the relatives of the Christian bride alleged "love jihad", with a senior left party leader supporting the charge, only to retract his statement later.

How to Drink Whiskey: A Beginner's Guide

How to Drink Whiskey: A Beginner's Guide

Rediff.com15 Jun 2022

Rajesh Karkera tells you how to make the most of this fine drink.

If you give respect, you will get respect: Pilot in veiled swipe at Gehlot

If you give respect, you will get respect: Pilot in veiled swipe at Gehlot

Rediff.com20 Jan 2023

In an apparent attack on Gehlot, Pilot said one's upbringing should be such that he gives respect to others, adding that respect comes back when it is given.

Maha to make voter registration mandatory for students above 18 years

Maha to make voter registration mandatory for students above 18 years

Rediff.com25 Nov 2022

State Higher and Technical Education Minister Chandrakant Patil also said that the government will introduce four-year degree courses from June 2023 as mandated under the National Education Policy and the universities will have to implement the decision.

Row over MP Congress leader's 'kill Modi' tirade

Row over MP Congress leader's 'kill Modi' tirade

Rediff.com12 Dec 2022

A senior Congress leader in Madhya Pradesh has made a controversial remark against Prime Minister Narendra Modi asking people to be prepared to "kill" Modi to save the Constitution and the future of minorities and Dalits.

Raut would have got cleaned in 'washing machine': Sena's dig at BJP

Raut would have got cleaned in 'washing machine': Sena's dig at BJP

Rediff.com2 Aug 2022

The Shiv Sena said Opposition was not targeted in such manner even during Emergency

Have You Tasted These Summer Fruits?

Have You Tasted These Summer Fruits?

Rediff.com28 May 2022

Sumit Bhosle sent us these pictures of fruits from his farm in Sawantwadi.

Bigg Boss 16: Did Ankit-Priyanka Confirm LOVE?

Bigg Boss 16: Did Ankit-Priyanka Confirm LOVE?

Rediff.com24 Oct 2022

On Weekend Ka Vaar, Ankit made one thing clear: Their love story isn't one-sided.

Our opponents will not find the ground under their feet: Prashant Kishor

Our opponents will not find the ground under their feet: Prashant Kishor

Rediff.com20 Oct 2022

Political strategist-turned-activist Prashant Kishor on Thursday took a fresh jibe at Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar, his former mentor, reiterating that the latter may ditch the 'Mahagathbandhan' and return to the Bharatiya Janata Party-led National Democratic Alliance.

Mother tongue mandatory for minority schools: SC

Mother tongue mandatory for minority schools: SC

Rediff.com31 May 2004

The court ruled that if a government decided to make the state language a compulsory subject in the school syllabi, it cannot be said to be violative of the fundamental right of the minority community to establish and administer schools.

'War cry': Kerala CM hits out at Shah over Hindi Diwas tweet

'War cry': Kerala CM hits out at Shah over Hindi Diwas tweet

Rediff.com15 Sep 2019

'The claim that Hindi unifies our country is absurd. That language is not the mother tongue of a majority of Indians. The move to inpose Hindi on them amounts to enslaving them. The Union Minister's statement is a war cry against the mother tongues of non-Hindi speaking people'

'It was Maulana Azad who set up IITs with full support of Nehru'

'It was Maulana Azad who set up IITs with full support of Nehru'

Rediff.com18 Apr 2023

'It was Maulana Azad's foresight which created the IITs, UGC, science academies across the country.'

Why Shah Rukh Needed Action To Revive His Career

Why Shah Rukh Needed Action To Revive His Career

Rediff.com20 Feb 2023

Shah Rukh had outgrown the roles that made him a star -- the menacing, obsessive lover in Darr, the regular guy in Kabhi Haan Kabhi Na or the new age boyfriend in Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge. By the time he entered his 50s, he was struggling to find his feet, explains Vanita Kohli-Khandekar.

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.

Protests on Adhir's remark rock Parliament for second day

Protests on Adhir's remark rock Parliament for second day

Rediff.com29 Jul 2022

Lok Sabha proceedings were adjourned for the day on Friday amid protests by opposition and Bharatiya Janata Party members over Congress leader Adhir Ranjan Chowdhury's remark on President Droupadi Murmu.

Congress's Adhir's 'Rashtrapatni' remark sparks uproar in Parl

Congress's Adhir's 'Rashtrapatni' remark sparks uproar in Parl

Rediff.com28 Jul 2022

Congress leader Adhir Ranjan Chowdhury's 'rashtrapatni' remark snowballed into a major political row on Thursday with the Bharatiya Janata Party accusing the opposition party of insulting President Droupadi Murmu and demanding that Congress chief Sonia Gandhi should apologise to the nation.

What Tamil Nadu Does Today, India May Do Tomorrow

What Tamil Nadu Does Today, India May Do Tomorrow

Rediff.com23 Mar 2023

Tamil Nadu's latest budget offers path-breaking initiatives and major boost for social infrastructure, which other state governments are sure to follow in the coming years, predicts N Sathiya Moorthy.

OOPS! Scindia mistakenly seeks votes for Cong

OOPS! Scindia mistakenly seeks votes for Cong

Rediff.com1 Nov 2020

In the video, Scindia is heard saying, "My people of Dabra, raise your hand and make your fist to convince (state chief minister) Shivraj Singh and me, make us believe that you will press the 'hand' button on November 3."

PM lauds Naidu's witty one-liners as RS bids farewell to vice prez

PM lauds Naidu's witty one-liners as RS bids farewell to vice prez

Rediff.com8 Aug 2022

Prime Minister Narendra Modi Monday said M Venkaiah Naidu's witty one-liners were 'revered, and never countered', and hailed his highly productive five-year term as vice president of India and Rajya Sabha chairman.

Watched These Vikram Gokhale Movies?

Watched These Vikram Gokhale Movies?

Rediff.com28 Nov 2022

An actor of remarkable presence and gravitas, Vikram Gokhale's dramatic eloquence and cocksure authority sparkled every time he had to call on someone's bluff or leave them too tongue-tied to beat around the bush. Often though, his cold, composed stare was enough to put a dolt in place.

Knowledge of Bengali must for govt jobs: Mamata

Knowledge of Bengali must for govt jobs: Mamata

Rediff.com8 Dec 2021

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Wednesday asserted that priority must be given to locals and those knowing the local language during recruitment in state government jobs.

Phone Bhoot Review: Cheesy, Campy, Fun

Phone Bhoot Review: Cheesy, Campy, Fun

Rediff.com4 Nov 2022

Phone Bhoot's fizzy fuel isn't enough for feature length fun, observes Sukanya Verma. Phone Bhoot Review

Row over Cong leader's jibe at Murmu, BJP seeks apology; NCW summons Raj

Row over Cong leader's jibe at Murmu, BJP seeks apology; NCW summons Raj

Rediff.com6 Oct 2022

The National Commission for Women has summoned Udit Raj over his "sycophancy" remark against the president.

MLB gives 'baseball twist' to Team India's jersey

MLB gives 'baseball twist' to Team India's jersey

Rediff.com8 Dec 2020

The Indian cricket team's jersey for the ODIs against Australia has had tongues wagging ever since Shikhar Dhawan unveiled it last fortnight.

No, Friends is Not The Best Sitcom Ever!

No, Friends is Not The Best Sitcom Ever!

Rediff.com14 Jul 2023

'The pride of the devoted Seinfeld fan is that he happens to love a show that doesn't take his love for granted, so that even on repeat viewings he is never really sure what directions an episode might take,' observes Sreehari Nair.

Twinkle Khanna faces social media ire over jibe at Kashmir Files

Twinkle Khanna faces social media ire over jibe at Kashmir Files

Rediff.com5 Apr 2022

Author and former Bollywood actor Twinkle Khanna is being criticised on social media for making a tongue-in-cheek remark about the film The Kashmir Files in her Sunday column for a leading daily.

Hindi not a rival but friend of regional languages: Amit Shah

Hindi not a rival but friend of regional languages: Amit Shah

Rediff.com14 Sep 2022

Hindi language is not a competitor but a "friend" of all the other languages in the country, Union Home Minister Amit Shah said in Surat on Wednesday as he denounced the "disinformation" campaign to pit Hindi against regional languages.

Raj Thackeray Asked Akshay To Play Shivaji

Raj Thackeray Asked Akshay To Play Shivaji

Rediff.com3 Nov 2022

'To essay Chhatrapati Shivaji is a huge responsibility. I can't tell you how great and proud I feel.'

Pakistan summons US envoy, protests 'interference in internal affairs'

Pakistan summons US envoy, protests 'interference in internal affairs'

Rediff.com1 Apr 2022

Pakistan summoned a senior US diplomat here and lodged a strong protest over America's alleged "interference" in its internal affairs, according to media reports on Friday.

Will deliver on promise of providing 10 lakh jobs: Tejashwi Yadav

Will deliver on promise of providing 10 lakh jobs: Tejashwi Yadav

Rediff.com11 Aug 2022

Yadav claimed that his boss Nitish Kumar, with whom he took oath the day before, has issued instructions to the officials concerned to accord "top priority" to job creation.