News for 'Veena'

PIX: Ranveer, Salman, Shahid add swag to IIFA

PIX: Ranveer, Salman, Shahid add swag to IIFA

Rediff.com19 Sep 2019

Bollywood's gorgeous ladies looked glamorous on the IIFA green carpet, but the men didn't disappoint either.

Kerala's daily Covid cases crosses 30k, first time since May

Kerala's daily Covid cases crosses 30k, first time since May

Rediff.com25 Aug 2021

After the Onam festivities, medical experts had predicted that the TPR would go beyond 20 per cent and that the number of infections would rise further.

RTI Act also applies to the Army, says CIC

RTI Act also applies to the Army, says CIC

Rediff.com19 Feb 2009

The Central Information Commission has asked the Indian army to hand over the court of inquiry, post-mortem and other reports related to the death of Shaurya Chakra awardee Captain Sumit Kohli to his mother Veena Kohli. Captain Kohli's death in 2006 in Jammu and Kashmir was stated to be a case of alleged suicide by his unit. Veena Kohli, a resident of Chandigarh, has been demanding reports and other documents related to the court of inquiry, post-mortem and inquest.

Fight against Covid at final stage, should not let our guard down: Mandaviya

Fight against Covid at final stage, should not let our guard down: Mandaviya

Rediff.com11 Nov 2021

Stating that the fight against COVID-19 is at the final stage, Union Health Minister Mansukh Mandaviya on Thursday cautioned against letting the guard down before it is completely over and requested states to enhance the vaccination coverage and motivate the over 12 crore beneficiaries who are due for their second dose to take it.

Diwali Special: 6 Lessons from Superheroes

Diwali Special: 6 Lessons from Superheroes

Rediff.com4 Nov 2021

The Ramayan offers important life lessons.

Why did Farhan and Vicky want to watch Gold?

Why did Farhan and Vicky want to watch Gold?

Rediff.com16 Aug 2018

Lots of family connections, folks...

R-factor, speed at which Covid spreads, shows a rise in India

R-factor, speed at which Covid spreads, shows a rise in India

Rediff.com11 Jul 2021

Giving rise to fresh worries about the COVID-19 pandemic rearing its head again, the R-factor, which indicates the speed at which the infection is spreading in the country, has risen recently leading to a sluggish pace in the decline of active cases while Kerala and northeast states have emerged as regions of concern.

How UP Women Powered BJP Victory

How UP Women Powered BJP Victory

Rediff.com16 Mar 2022

'Economic issues do not matter during elections; it is the emotional connect that helps swing votes.'

Four states report 14 new Omicron cases, India tally rises to 87

Four states report 14 new Omicron cases, India tally rises to 87

Rediff.com16 Dec 2021

While Karnataka reported five new cases, Delhi and Telangana reported four each, and Gujarat reported one fresh case of the Omicron variant.

Upset over being superseded, another envoy quits

Upset over being superseded, another envoy quits

Rediff.com26 Sep 2006

India's high commissioner to Bangladesh Veena Sikri has sought premature retirement, upset over envoy Shiv Shankar Menon, who is two years junior to her, being appointed as the foreign secretary

Army Chief Gen MM Naravane arrives in Nepal on crucial visit

Army Chief Gen MM Naravane arrives in Nepal on crucial visit

Rediff.com4 Nov 2020

Gen Naravane on Tuesday said he was eagerly looking forward to the visit and exuded confidence that it will go a long way in strengthening the "bonds of friendship" between the armies of the two countries.

Pak court orders case against Geo TV over blasphemous content

Pak court orders case against Geo TV over blasphemous content

Rediff.com17 May 2014

A Pakistani court on Saturday ordered the police to register a case against Geo TV, actress Veena Malik, her husband Asad Khatak and others over a programme that allegedly contained blasphemous content.

'I never imagined Didi Atya would go away'

'I never imagined Didi Atya would go away'

Rediff.com9 Feb 2022

'I kept thinking the bedroom door would open any minute and Didi Atya would step out...'

Minister who called Kalam 'nationalist despite being Muslim' gets his Delhi house

Minister who called Kalam 'nationalist despite being Muslim' gets his Delhi house

Rediff.com28 Oct 2015

Kalam was staying at the 10 Rajaji Marg residence after his eventful term as President ended in 2007.

LJP implodes: 5 MPs oust Chirag as leader, elect his uncle

LJP implodes: 5 MPs oust Chirag as leader, elect his uncle

Rediff.com14 Jun 2021

Five of the six Lok Janshakti Party MPs in Lok Sabha have joined hands against their leader Chirag Paswan and elected Pashupati Kumar Paras, the youngest brother of Paswan's late father and party founder Ram Vilas Paswan, in his place, causing a big churn in Bihar politics.

Arpita-Aayush move into their new home

Arpita-Aayush move into their new home

Rediff.com26 Nov 2014

A look at the top tweets from your favourite Bollywood celebrities.

#MeToo: Rahul Johri presents his version to probe panel

#MeToo: Rahul Johri presents his version to probe panel

Rediff.com13 Nov 2018

It has also been learnt that two of the alleged victims have also deposed before the panel even though the dates of their appearance could not be confirmed.

How will history judge Manmohan Singh?

How will history judge Manmohan Singh?

Rediff.com12 Apr 2014

Active or inert? As Prime Minister Manmohan Singh prepares for retirement, Veena Sandhu explores his current state of mind.

FATWA FACTORY: No Mars trip, suicide or Yoga!

FATWA FACTORY: No Mars trip, suicide or Yoga!

Rediff.com24 Feb 2014

Let's take a look at some controversial fatwas.

Double treat for Kannada movie goers

Double treat for Kannada movie goers

Rediff.com27 Jun 2014

Two movies, Paru w/o Devdas and Jai Lalitha release today, July 27.

Humaima, Nargis, Sara Loren: Pakistani hotties come to India!

Humaima, Nargis, Sara Loren: Pakistani hotties come to India!

Rediff.com28 Aug 2014

A look at the current lot of Pakistani beauties on the Indian horizon!

PIX: Khamoshiyan actors Ali Fazal, Gurmeet Choudhary visit Ajmer Sharif

PIX: Khamoshiyan actors Ali Fazal, Gurmeet Choudhary visit Ajmer Sharif

Rediff.com29 Jan 2015

The two actors sought blessings ahead of their film's release on January 30.

Spotted: Sneha and Prasanna at Chennai airport

Spotted: Sneha and Prasanna at Chennai airport

Rediff.com18 May 2013

Reader Jai Nataraj sends us a photograph.

Omicron threat: PM to hold meet, states enhance surveillance

Omicron threat: PM to hold meet, states enhance surveillance

Rediff.com23 Dec 2021

With the Omicron variant of coronavirus slowly spreading its tentacles in the country, a number of states enhanced surveillance to trace, track and quarantine contacts of COVID-19 positive persons while Delhi began genome sequencing of samples of all infected people and has prohibited Christmas and New Year gatherings.

FATWA FACTORY: Now photography is un-Islamic

FATWA FACTORY: Now photography is un-Islamic

Rediff.com11 Sep 2013

After blood donation, firecrackers and even starlet Veena Malik, India's very own fatwa factory, Darul Uloom in Deoband has issued a new decree that terms "photography as unlawful and a sin".

'Only when it comes down to less than 10,000 cases can we relax'

'Only when it comes down to less than 10,000 cases can we relax'

Rediff.com26 Aug 2021

'We still have 30,000-40,000 cases.' 'It is plateauing, but the number should definitely come down more so that we can convert the pandemic into an endemic.'

Cricket Buzz: Pujara, the man in demand in Saurashtra's T20 League

Cricket Buzz: Pujara, the man in demand in Saurashtra's T20 League

Rediff.com9 May 2019

India's premier Test batsman Cheteshwar Pujara will play for Team Zalawad Royals in the inaugural Saurashtra Premier League.

Over 41 lakh from 15-18 yrs age group get Covid vaccine on 1st day

Over 41 lakh from 15-18 yrs age group get Covid vaccine on 1st day

Rediff.com4 Jan 2022

Modi said India has taken an important step forward in protecting its youth population against the disease.

Review: Zindagi 50-50 is a sleaze fest

Review: Zindagi 50-50 is a sleaze fest

Rediff.com24 May 2013

The film makes a brave but half-hearted effort to depict the dark cruelty that surrounds ordinary lives of three women. It fails miserably as sleaze -- of language as well as skin -- overtakes the proceedings.

2G: HC judge recuses from hearing Dayalu Ammal's plea

2G: HC judge recuses from hearing Dayalu Ammal's plea

Rediff.com3 Jul 2013

A day after entertaining a plea of former Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M Karunanidhi's wife Dayalu Ammal, a Delhi high court judge on Wednesday recused from hearing her petition challenging a trial court order dismissing her plea for exemption from appearing as a witness in the 2G case.

He taught Yash Chopra to make films...

He taught Yash Chopra to make films...

Rediff.com22 Apr 2021

B R Chopra was a reformist film-maker, way ahead of his times, says Subhash K Jha.

Janhvi Kapoor-Ishaan Khatter go on a movie date!

Janhvi Kapoor-Ishaan Khatter go on a movie date!

Rediff.com19 Feb 2018

Just what do actors *do* the whole day?

2G case: Karunanidhi's wife moves HC for exemption

2G case: Karunanidhi's wife moves HC for exemption

Rediff.com2 Jul 2013

rmer Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M Karunanidhi's wife Dayalu Ammal on Tuesday moved the Delhi high court against the trial court order, which had dismissed her plea for exemption from appearing as a prosecution witness in the 2G case.

Govt probe to cover role of hospital staff, cops response

Govt probe to cover role of hospital staff, cops response

Rediff.com8 Jan 2013

The inquiry ordered by the government into the allegations of the Delhi gangrape victim's friend of tardy police response will also go into the role of Safdarjung hospital staff in the treatment of the two.

Why majority Indians are short and underweight

Why majority Indians are short and underweight

Rediff.com28 Oct 2020

'The reason why people are underweight and short is because they have not got quality food during their growing years.'

Jiah suicide case: Just why do women ENDURE ABUSE?

Jiah suicide case: Just why do women ENDURE ABUSE?

Rediff.com14 Jun 2013

Bollywood actresses share their take on the matter.

'Suraj Pancholi is being victimised'

'Suraj Pancholi is being victimised'

Rediff.com11 Jun 2013

Here's what your favourite Bollywood celebrities are tweeting.

Pinarayi cabinet: K K Shailaja out, son-in-law in

Pinarayi cabinet: K K Shailaja out, son-in-law in

Rediff.com18 May 2021

CPI-M veteran Pinarayi Vijayan was elected its Parliamentary party leader, paving the way for his successive stint as chief minister of Kerala.

PHOTOS: PM Modi inaugurates Kalam memorial

PHOTOS: PM Modi inaugurates Kalam memorial

Rediff.com27 Jul 2017

The memorial has been built at a cost of Rs 15 crore on land alloted by the Tamil Nadu government at Kalam's village Peikarambu.