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Corruption threat to society, must be dealt with an iron hand: SC

Corruption threat to society, must be dealt with an iron hand: SC

Rediff.com18 Apr 2023

A bench of Justices Surya Kant and JK Maheshwari set aside the pre-arrest bail granted to Indian Revenue Service officer Santosh Karnani on an appeal by the Central Bureau of Investigation.

We're fine, yet not fine: Turkish nationals living in Delhi

We're fine, yet not fine: Turkish nationals living in Delhi

Rediff.com7 Feb 2023

Turkish-origin people living in India are trying to stay calm despite knowing that their home country would take several years to overcome the devastation.

Kejriwal being punished as he exposed Modi-Adani link: AAP

Kejriwal being punished as he exposed Modi-Adani link: AAP

Rediff.com14 Apr 2023

The BJP welcomed the CBI move, claiming that it had been saying all along that Kejriwal was the 'mastermind of the liquor scam'.

What NIA says on 'largest ever' crackdown on PFI

What NIA says on 'largest ever' crackdown on PFI

Rediff.com22 Sep 2022

The raids, as per official sources, began at 3:30 am and involved as many as 300 NIA officials from across its various offices.

Traveling On A Vande Bharat Train

Traveling On A Vande Bharat Train

Rediff.com19 Jul 2023

This is not a train for the regular commuter, evident from the number of large sized bags in the overhead bin, observes IAF Veteran Air Commodore Nitin Sathe.

CBI grills Rabri Devi, summons Lalu in land for jobs scam

CBI grills Rabri Devi, summons Lalu in land for jobs scam

Rediff.com7 Mar 2023

The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) on Monday questioned former Bihar chief minister Rabri Devi at her Patna residence and has issued notice to her husband and former railway minister Lalu Prasad Yadav in connection with the further probe in the land-for-jobs scam case, officials said.

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.

Amritpal Singh's 4 aides taken to Assam; Punjab extends internet ban

Amritpal Singh's 4 aides taken to Assam; Punjab extends internet ban

Rediff.com19 Mar 2023

The state authorities had on Saturday suspended the internet and SMS services till Sunday noon.

'People are suddenly treating me like a star'

'People are suddenly treating me like a star'

Rediff.com1 Aug 2023

'Once I left my photographs at Ram Gopal Varma's office.' 'I told a friend I was concerned no one had contacted me. My friend said, "Itni jaldi nahin hota idhar. Time lagega".'

The Elephant Who's A TV & SM Star

The Elephant Who's A TV & SM Star

Rediff.com8 Jun 2023

As media phenomenon, Arikomban is in a different league. Efforts to capture the elephant were telecast live. Local three-wheeler drivers started a fans association for the pachyderm. A film has now been announced based on Arikomban's life.

Football Extras: Rescuers end search for missing plane carrying soccer star Sala

Football Extras: Rescuers end search for missing plane carrying soccer star Sala

Rediff.com24 Jan 2019

News of all that's transpired on and off the football field

Can ChatGPT Really Replace Humans?

Can ChatGPT Really Replace Humans?

Rediff.com25 Jan 2023

AI will continue to grow in capacity, and the newer versions will keep us in a state of hypnosis. But there would still be a shadow of uncertainty, predicts Atanu Biswas.

Agencies doing their job: Govt on tax raids on media houses

Agencies doing their job: Govt on tax raids on media houses

Rediff.com22 Jul 2021

Union minister Anurag Thakur said that "one should take complete information and sometimes many issues come up that are far from truth..."

What's your FAVOURITE Madhuri look?

What's your FAVOURITE Madhuri look?

Rediff.com29 May 2021

Shruti channels her dark energy...Shefali looks glam...

Bachchan to lend his voice to orangutan Pappu?

Bachchan to lend his voice to orangutan Pappu?

Rediff.com3 Mar 2010

Here's a first look at Kannada film Appu and Pappu.

Bodies of all Nepal plane crash victims brought to Kathmandu for post-mortem

Bodies of all Nepal plane crash victims brought to Kathmandu for post-mortem

Rediff.com31 May 2022

All the bodies have been sent to the Tribhuvan University Teaching Hospital for post-mortem examinations.

In search of Priyanka in India

In search of Priyanka in India

Rediff.com7 May 2014

Confidence Uwazuruike came to Mumbai a few weeks ago to cover the Great Indian Election Tamasha. On this wishlist was to see Priyanka in flesh and blood. His wish came true this week, but not quite in the way he wanted it to be.

How The BJP Has Changed Under Modi-Shah

How The BJP Has Changed Under Modi-Shah

Rediff.com26 Apr 2023

The BJP at 43 is a work in progress, with total ideological continuity and much substantive change in political method and style, observes Shekhar Gupta.

Karti writes to Speaker, alleges 'breach of privilege' by CBI

Karti writes to Speaker, alleges 'breach of privilege' by CBI

Rediff.com27 May 2022

In a letter to Birla, Karti Chidambaram also said that over the course of the past few years, his family and he himself have become targets of a 'relentless campaign by the present government and its investigating agencies which are trying to silence our voices of dissent by foisting one fake case after another'.

Soon, Google content in local Indian languages

Soon, Google content in local Indian languages

Rediff.com4 Nov 2014

The project, called e-basha, is a critical part of the ambitious Digital India programme.

More than 170 PFI activists held in fresh raids across 7 states

More than 170 PFI activists held in fresh raids across 7 states

Rediff.com27 Sep 2022

In another major crackdown on the Popular Front of India, police along with other investigative agencies conducted raids across several states on Tuesday.

Chup: Revenge of the Artist Review

Chup: Revenge of the Artist Review

Rediff.com23 Sep 2022

Critics of Hindi cinema are a disparate, colourful, bunch that evoke much derision and tut-tut among its own tribe, but Chup's distant understanding of their influence and idiosyncrasies fails to give the loathing any real impact, notes Rediff.com Principal Movie Critic Sukanya Verma.

Terror funding: NIA raids 6 NGOs, trusts in Kashmir, Delhi

Terror funding: NIA raids 6 NGOs, trusts in Kashmir, Delhi

Rediff.com29 Oct 2020

Several incriminating documents and electronic devices were seized, the NIA said in a statement. Those whose premises were searched include Falah-e-Aam Trust, Charity Alliance in Delhi, Human Welfare foundation, J-K Yateem Foundation, Salvation Movement and JK Voice of Victims.

2 labourers from UP killed in Kashmir, LeT hybrid terrorist among 2 arrested

2 labourers from UP killed in Kashmir, LeT hybrid terrorist among 2 arrested

Rediff.com18 Oct 2022

A local 'hybrid terrorist' of proscribed outfit Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT) was arrested for the attack during a search and cordon operation, police said.

Reliance Retail acquires sole control of Just Dial

Reliance Retail acquires sole control of Just Dial

Rediff.com2 Sep 2021

Billionaire Mukesh Ambani-led Reliance Retail on Thursday said it has acquired sole control of 25-year-old search and discovery firm Just Dial. The firm's subsidiary Reliance Retail Ventures Ltd had in July announced a deal to buy a controlling stake in Just Dial for Rs 3,497 crore. Further to that announcement, "RRVL has now taken sole control of Just Dial Ltd in accordance with the SEBI Takeover Regulations with effect from September 1, 2021."

How I Finally Played Gandhi In A Film

How I Finally Played Gandhi In A Film

Rediff.com20 Jan 2023

'Top actors like Ben Kingsley, who played Gandhiji, had already raised the bar.' 'I hoped that Rajkumar Santoshi would be satisfied with my acting.'

Apple buys firm co-founded by two Indian-Americans

Apple buys firm co-founded by two Indian-Americans

Rediff.com3 Dec 2013

A social media analytics firm, co-founded by two Indian-American entrepreneurs, has been acquired by Apple for over $200 million.

'Search for MH370 may have to turn to underwater probe now'

'Search for MH370 may have to turn to underwater probe now'

Rediff.com13 Apr 2014

Once searchers hunting for the crashed Malaysian jet decide to shift from listening for the acoustic signals from the black boxes from the floor of the Indian Ocean to poring over its treacherous terrain, they will have to draw from a whole new set of tools, experts say.

'We have to be prepared for the invisible enemy'

'We have to be prepared for the invisible enemy'

Rediff.com10 May 2023

'Unlike on the western and eastern borders where there is an enemy at the gate, here there is an invisible enemy which is building its own capability and can come into play at a time and place of his choosing.'

Now, Mahagathbandhan in Bihar calls for withdrawing general consent to CBI

Now, Mahagathbandhan in Bihar calls for withdrawing general consent to CBI

Rediff.com28 Aug 2022

Chief Minister Nitish Kumar's Janata Dal-United said it was the right time to withdraw the general consent to the CBI.

Body of missing MiG-29 pilot found 11 days after crash

Body of missing MiG-29 pilot found 11 days after crash

Rediff.com8 Dec 2020

The Indian Navy deployed nine warships, 14 aircraft and a number of fast interceptor craft as part of the search and rescue mission to locate Commander Singh.

I-T raids on Anurag Kashyap, Taapsee in 'tax evasion' probe

I-T raids on Anurag Kashyap, Taapsee in 'tax evasion' probe

Rediff.com4 Mar 2021

The Income Tax Department on Wednesday raided the homes and offices of Bollywood actor Taapsee Pannu and filmmaker Anurag Kashyap as well as his partners who launched the now shuttered production house Phantom Films, officials said.

Guv vs govt fight in Kerala escalates; HC breather for VCs

Guv vs govt fight in Kerala escalates; HC breather for VCs

Rediff.com24 Oct 2022

Kerala Governor Arif Mohammed Khan's move to seek the resignation of vice-chancellors of nine universities has kicked up a huge political storm in the southern state with Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan on Monday issuing a stern warning to the Constitutional head asking him not to cross the limits of his powers.

I am independent, says Dainik Bhaskar after raids

I am independent, says Dainik Bhaskar after raids

Rediff.com22 Jul 2021

The group's digital news site had put out reports, along with pictures, on dead bodies of suspected coronavirus patients floating down the river Ganga in Uttar Pradesh and Bihar which had led to nationwide consternation.

CBI books Sisodia in excise case after day-long raid

CBI books Sisodia in excise case after day-long raid

Rediff.com19 Aug 2022

The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) on Friday raided the home of Delhi Deputy Chief Minister Manish Sisodia and 30 other locations in connection with alleged corruption in the implementation of the Delhi Excise Policy.

Nadella, Pichai, Nooyi speak up against racism

Nadella, Pichai, Nooyi speak up against racism

Rediff.com2 Jun 2020

"There is no place for hate and racism in our society. Empathy and shared understanding are a start, but we must do more," Nadella said in a tweet on Monday. "I stand with the Black and African American community and we are committed to building on this work in our company and in our communities."

When KK had India going DIL MAANGE MORE

When KK had India going DIL MAANGE MORE

Rediff.com6 Jun 2022

'There was so much grace, depth and serenity in him.'

How COVID has changed the way Indians marry

How COVID has changed the way Indians marry

Rediff.com1 Apr 2021

Single Indians will continue to meet prospects over video calls even in a post coronavirus world, predicts Saurabh Goswami, founder-director, Ultra Rich Match, an online matchmaking company.

Alexa, Google's calling for you!

Alexa, Google's calling for you!

Rediff.com7 Apr 2018

After almost a year, Google's smart speakers Home and Home Mini with Google Assistant have finally arrived in India.

'Meri awaaz hi pehchan hai'

'Meri awaaz hi pehchan hai'

Rediff.com6 Feb 2022

'There was no other Lata Mangeshkar, there is none and there won't be any. I will celebrate her life, today and always.'