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Rahul kicks off Karnataka tour by calling BJP govt 'most corrupt'

Rahul kicks off Karnataka tour by calling BJP govt 'most corrupt'

Rediff.com1 Apr 2022

Setting the mood for the assembly elections in Karnataka due next year, former Congress President Rahul Gandhi on Friday exhorted party leaders in the state to work together, as he set an ambitious target to win a minimum of 150 seats.

US First Lady Melania Trump 'wants to go home'

US First Lady Melania Trump 'wants to go home'

Rediff.com10 Dec 2020

A source said that Trump is now focused on Mar-a-Lago "ensuring a smooth transition out of Washington for herself and her 14-year-old-son, Barron".

Indian Food: 20 Magical Secrets

Indian Food: 20 Magical Secrets

Rediff.com16 Jul 2022

Explore ingredients that you may have never thought to use or need to use better.

The Fame Game Review

The Fame Game Review

Rediff.com25 Feb 2022

What The Fame Game showcases is the depth and marvels of Madhuri as she switches between star and human, mother and woman, notes Sukanya Verma.

Thomas Cook to invest Rs 30 cr; to focus improving tourism in UP

Thomas Cook to invest Rs 30 cr; to focus improving tourism in UP

Rediff.com19 Nov 2018

Thomas Cook India's internal data had highlighted Lucknow region as a high potential source market for holiday business.

Kamathipura: From shanty locality to prized real estate

Kamathipura: From shanty locality to prized real estate

Rediff.com17 Apr 2022

After years of living with his family in a poky 110 sq. ft. 'house', textile worker Sambhaji Surve dreams of moving into a home four times the size once the Maharashtra government starts its ambitious redevelopment of the 39-acre Kamathipura shanty town in south-central Mumbai. Sharing his dream are about 8,000 other families hoping for a better life when the redevelopment project, part of the government's effort to redevelop old settlements and make life more livable for some residents, gets underway. The Shiv Sena-Nationalist Congress Party aims to redevelop BDD Chawl and Dharavi but for Surve all the matters is Kamathipura where he arrived in the 1970s from Nasik to work in a textile mill. Kamathipura was originally built 150 years ago following construction of a causeway to connect the seven islands of Mumbai. From the British Raj to post-independence, it became infamous for slums and brothels.

Coronavirus: PM Modi to address the nation today

Coronavirus: PM Modi to address the nation today

Rediff.com19 Mar 2020

In another tweet, the PMO said Modi chaired a high-level meeting to review the ongoing efforts to contain the spread of coronavirus.

Airport PPPs on a crowded runway; private sector bids could be subdued

Airport PPPs on a crowded runway; private sector bids could be subdued

Rediff.com30 May 2022

Airports hold pride of place in the government's National Monetisation Pipeline (NMP) programme to monetise public assets. Private airport operators, including the Adani group, Fairfax, GMR and Zurich Airport, are expected to evince interest in the next round of public private partnership (PPP) development of state-owned Airport Authority of India (AAI) airports. Industry analysts, however, do not expect bids to be as high as the last round, which saw Adani group gain control of six airports.

'Results are endorsement of communal regime in UP'

'Results are endorsement of communal regime in UP'

Rediff.com14 Mar 2022

'What worked for the BJP were three things: Hindu nationalism, religion and a silent but strong anti-Muslim sentiment.'

PIX: Real Madrid win at Getafe; Ramos sees red as PSG held

PIX: Real Madrid win at Getafe; Ramos sees red as PSG held

Rediff.com9 Oct 2022

A summary of Saturday's action in LaLiga, Ligue 1 and the Bundesliga.

All Jet Air passengers won't get free meals on domestic flights

All Jet Air passengers won't get free meals on domestic flights

Rediff.com20 Sep 2018

Under the fare policy announced, domestic passengers opting for lowest fares will not be served complimentary meals

Navarasa review

Navarasa review

Rediff.com21 Aug 2021

If the stories weren't bound by their themes or expectations or if they weren't limited to the time and the medium, Mani Ratnam's Navarasa could have been something better, feels Divya Nair.

10 Best Films From Around The World

10 Best Films From Around The World

Rediff.com7 Jun 2022

A beautiful documentary from Delhi. A shocking satire that spares no one. A thriller about a serial killer in Iran. A Pakistan film about family secrets... Aseem Chhabra lists the best films he saw in Cannes.

'The Under-19 World Cup will definitely come to India'

'The Under-19 World Cup will definitely come to India'

Rediff.com3 Feb 2022

Not only Yash Dhull's batting but his captaincy is also being appreciated as he is on the verge of emulating the likes of Mohammed Kaif, Virat Kohli, Unmukt Chand and Prithvi Shaw in leading India to the Under-19 World Cup title.

Indians frozen to death in Canada identified

Indians frozen to death in Canada identified

Rediff.com28 Jan 2022

A special Indian team is camping in Manitoba to assist ongoing investigations by Canadian agencies and to render any consular services for the victims.

How Dhawan turned his batting around in IPL after slow start

How Dhawan turned his batting around in IPL after slow start

Rediff.com23 Oct 2020

Shikhar Dhawan said he discussed his batting with Delhi Capitals head coach Ricky Ponting which helped him get back among the runs and convert his 20s and 30s into centuries

India fine with playing entire series in Adelaide, says BCCI's Dhumal

India fine with playing entire series in Adelaide, says BCCI's Dhumal

Rediff.com15 May 2020

'Australia vice-captain Travis Head on Thursday backed the idea of playing the entire Test series behind closed doors at Adelaide Oval, where an on-site hotel is under construction, to ensure it goes ahead amid restrictions forced by the COVID-19 pandemic.'

13 Ways Of Looking At Mani Ratnam

13 Ways Of Looking At Mani Ratnam

Rediff.com7 Oct 2022

Does the "story" of a Mani Ratnam film come first or does its "spirit" asks Sreehari Nair.

JNU V-C won't stand for nonsense

JNU V-C won't stand for nonsense

Rediff.com21 Feb 2022

Santishree Dhulipudi Pandit won't be afraid to tangle with the toughest of them.

'Beauty is the courage in your heart'

'Beauty is the courage in your heart'

Rediff.com1 Nov 2021

'The truth in your words and the relentless drive to make a difference.' 'So go on all you beautiful souls, the world is your oyster.'

Govt to release Rs 56,027 cr to exporters against pending tax refunds

Govt to release Rs 56,027 cr to exporters against pending tax refunds

Rediff.com9 Sep 2021

Giving a relief to exporters community, the government on Thursday said it will release Rs 56,027 crore to exporters against pending tax refunds under different incentive schemes for outbound shipments. The amount will be disbursed to more than 45,000 exporters. Briefing the media about the decision, Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal said that the Rs 56,027 crore, which is being released under various export promotion schemes, is over and above duty remission of Rs 12,454 crore for the Remission of Duties and Taxes on Export Products (RoDTEP) Scheme and Rs 6,946 crore for Rebate of State and Central Levies and Taxes (RoSCTL) Scheme already announced.

'IPL can't happen without foreign stars'

'IPL can't happen without foreign stars'

Rediff.com30 May 2020

The BCCI is looking at the September-October window for hosting the IPL, which has been postponed indefinitely due to the pandemic.

This is the next battleground for PhonePe, Amazon and Google

This is the next battleground for PhonePe, Amazon and Google

Rediff.com10 Oct 2020

The size of the Indian financial services market could touch around $340 billion in the next few years.

Golden girl Avani Lekhara a winner on all fronts

Golden girl Avani Lekhara a winner on all fronts

Rediff.com30 Aug 2021

A trainee of former Olympian shooter Suma Shirur, Avani Lekhara became India's first woman gold medallist at the Paralympic Games in Tokyo on Monday when she shot a total of 249.6 in the 10m Air Rifle Standing SH1.

Indian teen held for planning machete attacks on Singapore mosques

Indian teen held for planning machete attacks on Singapore mosques

Rediff.com27 Jan 2021

A 16-year-old Singaporean boy, a Protestant Christian of Indian ethnicity, was detained last month under the Internal Security Act (ISA) after planning to use a machete to attack Muslims at two mosques in March, on the anniversary of New Zealand's Christchurch attacks.

'Where was India's intent in preparing for WTC final?'

'Where was India's intent in preparing for WTC final?'

Rediff.com25 Jun 2021

'I don't know how we approach this kind of an itinerary where you go for a holiday in between and then come back to play Test matches. One week break was enough post the WTC final. The thing is you need to play continuously. I am amazed this itinerary was approved.'

In pix: The temple town of Tiruvannamalai

In pix: The temple town of Tiruvannamalai

Rediff.com25 Nov 2019

Rediff reader Heera Nawaz talks about her trip to Tiruvannamalai in Tamil Nadu.

Railways' massage plans finally go on track

Railways' massage plans finally go on track

Rediff.com10 Jun 2019

The Ratlam division of the national transporter is planning to provide head and foot massages to passengers in 39 trains originating from Indore railway

Taimur takes a pottery class with Kareena

Taimur takes a pottery class with Kareena

Rediff.com25 Nov 2020

Bollywood stars have posted interesting pictures on Instagram.

Is small-ticket insurance cover worth it?

Is small-ticket insurance cover worth it?

Rediff.com8 Mar 2021

in the longer run, there is no substitute for a standard term, accident, and a comprehensive health cover, with adequate sum insured that will give you round-the-clock and year-after-year coverage.

'Friendship is much more than just being nice'

'Friendship is much more than just being nice'

Rediff.com2 Aug 2021

'Good friends are those who advise whether something is palatable for you or not.' 'Good friends are those who are not afraid of telling the truth.'

Bipasha's SUPERHOT bikini days

Bipasha's SUPERHOT bikini days

Rediff.com24 Aug 2018

This throwback picture of Bipasha in a bikini will give you fitness goals.

'I don't want people to feel sorry for me'

'I don't want people to feel sorry for me'

Rediff.com8 Mar 2022

'I don't believe in focusing on the bad things that have happened in my life.'

'My GF's pregnant and I don't have a job'

'My GF's pregnant and I don't have a job'

Rediff.com13 Jan 2023

In this weekly self-help series, mental health and life coach Anu Krishna tells you how to take control of your life.

'I have better things in life than money, but not health'

'I have better things in life than money, but not health'

Rediff.com14 Aug 2022

'God has given me everything -- wealth, success, a good wife and good friends. I wish He gives me good health.'

'When I reached office, I called my husband and cried'

'When I reached office, I called my husband and cried'

Rediff.com10 Jun 2020

'Frankly, no one is prepared for Begin Again or whatever this is called.'

How women can succeed in a man's world

How women can succeed in a man's world

Rediff.com19 Dec 2018

'You must remember that a career is something you can craft for yourself.' 'But if you want to be a successful leader, you need the organisation and your team to support you.' 'In order to make it all work, you need to be cognisant of the team.' 'You can't be a prima donna. These days, people don't accept that.' 'You can't ride roughshod over people.'

Do you know what Small-ticket insurance is?

Do you know what Small-ticket insurance is?

Rediff.com13 Jan 2020

The benefit offered under small-ticket insurance may not be huge, but it is better to have cover, suggests Sarbajeet K Sen.

'Can anybody give Kappan those two years back?'

'Can anybody give Kappan those two years back?'

Rediff.com16 Sep 2022

'Just think of this innocent man who had to suffer so much.' 'Who will compensate for the physical and mental torture Kappan had to go through in the last two years though he has not done any crime?'

Stalin Prepares For Battle Of 2024

Stalin Prepares For Battle Of 2024

Rediff.com6 May 2022

The going is not going to be easy for the DMK and its allies in Elections 2024. Despite the seats sweepstake in the 2021 assembly polls, the vote-share difference of 5.6% (DMK's 45.38% versus AIADMK-BJP's 39.72%) is not insurmountable on a bad day, points out N Sathiya Moorthy.