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What happens when James Bond sells Pan Bahar

What happens when James Bond sells Pan Bahar

Rediff.com7 Oct 2016

The ad shows Brosnan holding a box of Pan Bahar, with the tagline 'Class never goes out of style' and his signature.

Good ol' sunlight for breakfast, tweets Mangalyaan :)

Good ol' sunlight for breakfast, tweets Mangalyaan :)

Rediff.com24 Sep 2014

India's maiden Mars mission is a success. And minutes after Mangalyaan made history it joined the Twitterati club.

Tabrez lynching: SP explains why murder charge was dropped

Tabrez lynching: SP explains why murder charge was dropped

Rediff.com11 Sep 2019

Shaista Parveen, wife of Tabrez Ansari, said it is an attempt to save the culprits and sought a CBI investigation in the matter.

Storm over Kohli's 'leave India' response to cricket fan

Storm over Kohli's 'leave India' response to cricket fan

Rediff.com7 Nov 2018

Virat Kohli found himself embroiled in a controversy over his "I don't think you should live in India" response to an enthusiast who called the India captain overrated while expressing his admiration for English and Australian batsmen.

Her anti-Modi tweets come back to haunt her

Her anti-Modi tweets come back to haunt her

Rediff.com21 Oct 2016

While she slammed the Congress for politics over the Indian Army's surgical strikes, Twitterati did what it does the best -- dig up her old tweets on her new party.

Beyonce expecting twins; Twitter explodes!

Beyonce expecting twins; Twitter explodes!

Rediff.com2 Feb 2017

Queen Bey and her rapper husband Jay Z are already parents to daughter Blue Ivy.

5 times Sushma Swaraj won Twitter's heart

5 times Sushma Swaraj won Twitter's heart

Rediff.com7 Aug 2019

Senior Bharatiya Janata Party leader and former external affairs minister Sushma Swaraj passed away on Tuesday. From being tagged the 'supermom' of India by Washington Post to becoming one of the most followed politicians on Twitter, the former external affairs minister had truly struck a chord with young and old alike with her round-the-clock social media presence, eagerness to help, and ready wit on social media. Here's a look at how she won Twitterati's hearts.

Why is BJP silent on Kamala Harris?

Why is BJP silent on Kamala Harris?

Rediff.com17 Aug 2020

The selection of a woman Senator with an Indian background as the Democratic party's vice-presidential nominee should normally be a matter of elation in India, especially for those who boast of their nationalistic credentials such as the BJP followers, notes Amulya Ganguli.

How spyware Pegasus used WhatsApp servers to infect phones and steal data

How spyware Pegasus used WhatsApp servers to infect phones and steal data

Rediff.com14 Nov 2019

Pegasus, which is capable of attacking both Android and iOS, has been around for three years and is considered one of the most sophisticated spyware in the market.

I'm all for freedom of choice, says Kohli following criticism

I'm all for freedom of choice, says Kohli following criticism

Rediff.com8 Nov 2018

'Virat Kohli's statement is a reflection of the bubble that most famous people either slip into or are forced into'

VOTE: Is he the sexiest man alive?

VOTE: Is he the sexiest man alive?

Rediff.com16 Nov 2017

Take the poll and let us know.

Sitharaman, Mazumdar-Shaw's exchange livens Twitter

Sitharaman, Mazumdar-Shaw's exchange livens Twitter

Rediff.com19 Sep 2019

Sitharaman, who is not known to reply to comments made on her Twitter handle, instantly choose to respond to drug-maker Biocon chairman Kiran Mazumdar-Shaw's criticism of lack of fiscal measures to support growth.

Chandrayaan 2: Cong says 'good time' to remember Nehru; BJP hits back

Chandrayaan 2: Cong says 'good time' to remember Nehru; BJP hits back

Rediff.com22 Jul 2019

The BJP hit back accusing the Congress of drawing the issue into political arena.

Classy Barty eases into week two at Wimbledon

Classy Barty eases into week two at Wimbledon

Rediff.com7 Jul 2019

The French Open champion's grounded personality meant she was always going to present a clear contrast to the main Australian men's title hopefuls of recent years but there has been no shortage of compatriots ready to kick up a fuss on her behalf.

Wives of officers on missing Coast Guard aircraft tweet PM for help

Wives of officers on missing Coast Guard aircraft tweet PM for help

Rediff.com16 Jun 2015

With intense search operations to trace the ill-fated Coast Guard flight that went missing on June 8 still on, the wife of one of the officers on board has appealed to Prime Minister Narendra Modi seeking his help in the matter.

Kejriwal posts cartoon, sparks controversy on social media

Kejriwal posts cartoon, sparks controversy on social media

Rediff.com17 Feb 2016

Minutes after the Delhi CM posted the cartoon, which had been published in a national daily, that #Kejriwalinsultshanuman started trending.

Watch out for Michael Patra at RBI!

Watch out for Michael Patra at RBI!

Rediff.com5 Feb 2020

'I am sure Dr Patra will get the fullest cooperation from the finance minister who needs workhorses, not prima donnas constantly looking to improve their CVs,' says T C A Srinivasa-Raghavan.

Now, bring fiction to life on Twitter

Now, bring fiction to life on Twitter

Rediff.com10 Mar 2014

From March 12 a five-day virtual writing celebration called the Twitter Fiction Festival will be held entirely on the social networking site in which anyone can join and tell stories.

Why Mukesh Ambani's son is setting twitter on fire

Why Mukesh Ambani's son is setting twitter on fire

Rediff.com11 Apr 2016

In India, tweets about the scion trended at the second spot for over 85 minutes.

Assembly bypolls are more important in TN

Assembly bypolls are more important in TN

Rediff.com19 Apr 2019

The by-elections to 18 assembly constituencies will decide if the ruling AIADMK remains in power or not.

This time it's rain...not Anushka

This time it's rain...not Anushka

Rediff.com18 May 2015

Royal Challengers Bangalore skipper Virat Kohli snatched a few moments with his actress girlfriend Anushka Sharma.

What it means to be a journalist in Kashmir

What it means to be a journalist in Kashmir

Rediff.com16 Jun 2018

Journalists working in the Kashmir valley sometimes face the worst attacks from protesters, mourners and many a time from the security forces, says Photographer Umar Ganie.

PM Modi's photoshopped image goes viral; embarrassed PIB deletes tweet

PM Modi's photoshopped image goes viral; embarrassed PIB deletes tweet

Rediff.com4 Dec 2015

A photo of PM Modi posted on the PIB website was removed after questions were raised in social media about its authenticity.

AWWW! These proud dads posted #Selfiewithdaughters after Modi's request

AWWW! These proud dads posted #Selfiewithdaughters after Modi's request

Rediff.com29 Jun 2015

Twitter was flooded with photos of dads with their daughters after PM Modi's Mann ki Baat.

'Will you marry me?'

'Will you marry me?'

Rediff.com22 Feb 2019

Google really wanted to know why people kept asking the Assistant to marry them, says Amrita Singh.

After row over photos, Hema says 'am very sensitive'

After row over photos, Hema says 'am very sensitive'

Rediff.com3 Jun 2016

"I am a very sensitive person. I am deeply pained on the Mathura incident but law and order of UP is the core issue. Let's not divert," she wrote.

PHOTOS: Kohli, Anushka land in Mumbai hand-in-hand

PHOTOS: Kohli, Anushka land in Mumbai hand-in-hand

Rediff.com28 Mar 2015

The Indian World Cup team members, including skipper Mahendra Singh Dhoni and star batsman Virat Kohli, arrived home.

Lessons brands can learn post Pandya-Rahul fiasco

Lessons brands can learn post Pandya-Rahul fiasco

Rediff.com14 Jan 2019

India has a history of successful mascots. The adorable Amul Girl has been gracing hoardings with topical punch lines. And Maharaja, launched way back in the 1940s, continues to represent the Air India with a new look since 2015.

Reliance Jio, Paytm apologise for using PM's photo in ads

Reliance Jio, Paytm apologise for using PM's photo in ads

Rediff.com10 Mar 2017

The ministry of consumer affairs had sent notices to both the companies under the Emblems and Names (Prevention of Improper Use) Act of 1950, which bars use of prime minister's name and picture for commercial use.

PepsiCo spends Rs 2 crore to stop social media digs at Kurkure

PepsiCo spends Rs 2 crore to stop social media digs at Kurkure

Rediff.com3 Aug 2018

PepsiCo India spokesperson said fake news suggesting Kurkure has plastic in it has affected the brand's reputation

Diana Hayden didn't deserve Miss World title: Tripura CM Biplab Kumar Deb

Diana Hayden didn't deserve Miss World title: Tripura CM Biplab Kumar Deb

Rediff.com27 Apr 2018

He said he failed to understand the "process of judgement" of the crowning of the Miss World contest in 1997, in which Diana Hayden had got the award.

Why has the BJP left Sushma Swaraj to fend for herself?

Why has the BJP left Sushma Swaraj to fend for herself?

Rediff.com4 Jul 2018

'For the Hindutva lobby, there is cause for worry.'
'No more than 43 per cent of the people who were asked by Sushma Swaraj to say whom they supported stood by the trolls.' 'As many as 57 per cent do not approve of the minister's traducers,' says Amulya Ganguli.

Modi@1: #HASHTAGS that trended

Modi@1: #HASHTAGS that trended

Rediff.com22 May 2015

Here's a look at some of the hashtags that trended during the first year of the Modi regime.

Chetan Bhagat faces backlash over 'what do historians do' tweet

Chetan Bhagat faces backlash over 'what do historians do' tweet

Rediff.com30 Oct 2015

The author's remarks come in the light of more than 50 historians, including the noted Romila Thapar, voicing their protest against the "highly vitiated atmosphere prevailing in the country, characterised by various forms of intolerance".

Ferried by Air India, Swedish Royals arrive in New Delhi

Ferried by Air India, Swedish Royals arrive in New Delhi

Rediff.com2 Dec 2019

After talks between the King and President Kovind, the two sides inked three pacts providing for cooperation in polar science, innovation and research and in maritime spheres.

Oxfordwallahs love papads!

Oxfordwallahs love papads!

Rediff.com19 Jan 2015

Indian kitchen goes global as 'keema', 'papad' are now included in the Oxford English Dictionary for the first time.

Daddy Fadnavis tweets about day at daughter's school

Daddy Fadnavis tweets about day at daughter's school

Rediff.com14 Jan 2015

Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis took time out from his hectic schedule for his daughter Divija, as he made a visit to the KG student's school on Wednesday.

When Modi meets Trump: Will it be a hug or a handshake?

When Modi meets Trump: Will it be a hug or a handshake?

Rediff.com22 Jun 2017

As Modi prepares for his first meeting with United States President Donald Trump, we can't help but wonder will the PM go in for a hug or will 'The Donald' opt for one his 'famous' handshakes?

UK news reporter in hijab files complaint over discrimination

UK news reporter in hijab files complaint over discrimination

Rediff.com22 Jul 2016

A Muslim television reporter for a British news channel on Friday filed a complaint against a columnist for Rupert Murdoch's 'Sun' newspaper who singled her out for wearing hijab while reporting on the recent terror attack at Nice in France.

Google apologises for 'inadvertently' adding UIDAI helpline to Android setup

Google apologises for 'inadvertently' adding UIDAI helpline to Android setup

Rediff.com4 Aug 2018

Google said the numbers can be manually deleted from the phones. It also promised to fix the same in future editions of its setup wizard.