News for 'Young India Thinks Old'

Young voters, celebrate the Diwali of Indian democracy

Young voters, celebrate the Diwali of Indian democracy

Rediff.com5 Mar 2014

Nobody is claiming that Indian democracy is perfect. Yet, all of us need to go out there and participate in the incredible event called Indian elections. Sheela Bhatt explains why.

'We have overloaded the unstable Himalayas'

'We have overloaded the unstable Himalayas'

Rediff.com26 May 2023

'And Joshimath has already shown the dangers ahead.' 'We have to acknowledge that our mountains are still young babies.' 'You don't put an extra load on the back of a growing child!'

No role for anchor in T20s; need to change mindset: Rohit

No role for anchor in T20s; need to change mindset: Rohit

Rediff.com24 May 2023

Rohit Sharma believes T20 cricket has changed and there is no role for anchors left in the format.

'What's Tharoor's experience in the Congress party?

'What's Tharoor's experience in the Congress party?

Rediff.com6 Oct 2022

'To lead the Congress party, you need experience.' 'You should have held some positions which give you the experience of running the party at any level.' 'Tharoor doesn't have any such experience.'

'For us, this attack was like 9/11'

'For us, this attack was like 9/11'

Rediff.com12 Oct 2023

'We thought all the Jews in the world could live securely in today's world, and that feeling is broken.'

Should Umran partner Bumrah at the T20 World Cup?

Should Umran partner Bumrah at the T20 World Cup?

Rediff.com6 May 2022

Umran Malik should partner Jasprit Bumrah when India plays in Australia (for T20 World Cup), says Former India off-spinner Harbhajan Singh.

Is Your Job Killing You?

Is Your Job Killing You?

Rediff.com23 Jun 2023

The key problem with the current generation is that most people don't understand how much is enough to lead a good life! exclaims Virender Kapoor.

To make it to Team India, a dream come true: Sakariya

To make it to Team India, a dream come true: Sakariya

Rediff.com19 Aug 2021

Chetan Sakariya reflects on his journey in India colours during the recent limited-overs tour of Sri Lanka.

'India, happiest team at T20 WC, Thailand distant second'

'India, happiest team at T20 WC, Thailand distant second'

Rediff.com19 Feb 2020

Smriti Mandhana joked that only debutants Thailand can given them competition when it comes to having fun.

How giant-slayer Prannoy made his place in the sun

How giant-slayer Prannoy made his place in the sun

Rediff.com27 Aug 2023

Focus on nutrition, tailor-made training for specific opponents key to Prannoy's success.

We stand for each other in bad times: Arshdeep

We stand for each other in bad times: Arshdeep

Rediff.com24 Oct 2022

Arshdeep Singh removed Pakistan's in-form openers Babar Azam and Mohammad Rizwan to give India a perfect start with the ball.

Cong on path of resurgence, Rahul ideal antidote to BJP: Stalin

Cong on path of resurgence, Rahul ideal antidote to BJP: Stalin

Rediff.com28 Dec 2022

Stalin also heaped praise on "brother" Rahul Gandhi, saying he is the "ideal antidote" to the BJP's "parochial" politics.

World C'ships: Prannoy stuns Momota, Lakshya advances

World C'ships: Prannoy stuns Momota, Lakshya advances

Rediff.com24 Aug 2022

Sen won his second round contest 21-17, 21-10, taking 72 minutes to complete the formality.

You Must Watch This Heart-Breaking Film

You Must Watch This Heart-Breaking Film

Rediff.com8 Aug 2023

'Yellow Bus is a heart-breaking story based on a real incident and will strike a chord with mothers across the world.'

My most SPECIAL comeback, says Karthik

My most SPECIAL comeback, says Karthik

Rediff.com24 May 2022

Veteran Wicketkeeper-batter Dinesh Karthik feels his latest recall to the Indian team is his 'most special comeback' of a rollercoaster international career that began way back in 2004.

'We could make mincemeat of the Pakistanis'

'We could make mincemeat of the Pakistanis'

Rediff.com5 Dec 2023

'My adrenalin kicked in and the happiness returned! It was time to go in for the kill again.' IAF Veterans Group Captain Dilip Kumar Dass tells Air Commodore Nitin Sathe about how the IAF decimated tanks in the famous Battle of Longewala.

Hooda relishes 'warrior role' playing at Number 3

Hooda relishes 'warrior role' playing at Number 3

Rediff.com29 Jun 2022

The big-hitting Deepak Hooda believes himself to be "a warrior" when faced with the task of tackling the new ball

'Mother Teresa must have been God incarnate'

'Mother Teresa must have been God incarnate'

Rediff.com10 Oct 2023

'When one was with Mother, one realised you were with somebody who was the nearest person to God.' 'She must have been God incarnate.'

'Marriages are going out of fashion'

'Marriages are going out of fashion'

Rediff.com16 Feb 2023

'The point about arranged marriages is -- because I come from a progressive family -- the idea was completely alien. But I have realised over time that there are instances of assisted marriages working very well. If you look at it, really, in a microcosm, it is the same thing as Tinder, isn't it? I mean, if you are trying to meet -- yes, no, yes, no, no.'

Shades of Brian Lara in this young Windies sensation?

Shades of Brian Lara in this young Windies sensation?

Rediff.com23 Oct 2018

Shimron Hetmyer said he looked up to the great Brian Lara and thanked his country's legends for backing youngsters like him.

Indian Techies Doubtful About Joining Twitter

Indian Techies Doubtful About Joining Twitter

Rediff.com9 Dec 2022

'It's a big technology company and may offer good remuneration, but stability in my career is equally important to me.'

Bollywood Brings House Down in Jeddah!

Bollywood Brings House Down in Jeddah!

Rediff.com5 Dec 2022

It was heartening to see so many women -- young and old, many in hijab and burqa shaking their bodies, raising their arms and singing with complete abandonment.

'Tackling variable bounce the key for Kiwi batters'

'Tackling variable bounce the key for Kiwi batters'

Rediff.com28 Nov 2021

New Zealand fielding coach Luke Ronchi says the record target set by India to win the first Test in Kanpur can be chased down, and exhorted his players to take a leaf out of the home side's batting approach.

''Madam, we want to salute you with flowers and cake'

''Madam, we want to salute you with flowers and cake'

Rediff.com11 Oct 2023

'Society deals with you the way they do, or forms an opinion, depending on if your family is with you every step of the way.'

'I saw the magic of cinema in Rani'

'I saw the magic of cinema in Rani'

Rediff.com21 Mar 2023

'Every day, I was wonder-struck.'

GT's Mavi ready to surprise opposition

GT's Mavi ready to surprise opposition

Rediff.com25 Mar 2023

Mavi said he has worked hard on his fitness to overcome some major issues, and his overall game has improved having played domestic cricket regularly.

At 12, this young scientist is solving a global problem

At 12, this young scientist is solving a global problem

Rediff.com22 Nov 2018

'We don't know if the water we are drinking has lead in it or not.' 'In India, we don't have ways to easily detect or measure contamination levels.'

Amarnath on Hardik and India's chances at WC

Amarnath on Hardik and India's chances at WC

Rediff.com13 May 2019

India will begin their World Cup campaign against South Africa at Southampton on June 5.

'Silence can speak a lot'

'Silence can speak a lot'

Rediff.com24 Apr 2023

'It used to be a big problem to make people understand that one can be equally passionate about dancing as well as acting, and you don't need to choose one to be good at something. Bagging the kind of roles I wanted to do was a struggle.'

'India at forefront of fast bowling renaissance'

'India at forefront of fast bowling renaissance'

Rediff.com2 Jul 2020

India's pace attack comprising Jasprit Bumrah, Mohammed Shami, Ishant Sharma, Umesh Yadav and Bhuvneshwar Kumar has emerged as a potent force

1st Test: Gill Or SKY? Pick Your Team

1st Test: Gill Or SKY? Pick Your Team

Rediff.com6 Feb 2023

Who do you think should be part of India's playing XI in the first Test against Australia?

IPL 2023: These Players Have A Point To Prove

IPL 2023: These Players Have A Point To Prove

Rediff.com31 Mar 2023

A look at Indian players who need a good showing in the IPL to get back in the reckoning.

Rohit Sharma can be relieved as captain from T20s: Sehwag

Rohit Sharma can be relieved as captain from T20s: Sehwag

Rediff.com27 Jun 2022

Rohit has not been able to feature in all of India's matches since taking over as captain due to injuries and workload management.

Uber Cup: Saina retires injured, but India beat Spain

Uber Cup: Saina retires injured, but India beat Spain

Rediff.com10 Oct 2021

Saina Nehwal was forced to retire midway through her opening match but India's young brigade produced a clinical display to notch up a fine 3-2 win over Spain and get off to a winning start in the Uber Cup in Aarhus, on Sunday.

'This is not where children abandon their parents'

'This is not where children abandon their parents'

Rediff.com4 Apr 2023

'This is about children caring for their parents and helping them with assistance.'

'India on the verge of producing an NBA player'

'India on the verge of producing an NBA player'

Rediff.com30 Sep 2019

Women's NBA legend Ebony Hoffman said the National Basketball Association (NBA) is coming to India with the intention of popularising the sport.

Om Puri: The Chronicler Of Cities On The Boil

Om Puri: The Chronicler Of Cities On The Boil

Rediff.com18 Oct 2023

'If it weren't for Om Puri, a whole range of our big city experiences wouldn't have found their honest representations on the screen.'

Arjun Tendulkar Catches Up With A Lady In London

Arjun Tendulkar Catches Up With A Lady In London

Rediff.com29 Jun 2022

Danielle Wyatt first met Arjun when he was 10.

IPL Final: Will Gill Ruin Dhoni's Farewell Party?

IPL Final: Will Gill Ruin Dhoni's Farewell Party?

Rediff.com27 May 2023

Mahendra Singh Dhoni would be hoping for a memorable farewell but he faces a major roadblock in the form of Gujarat Titans' run machine Shubman Gill.

'We crossed over into Pakistan at 2 am'

'We crossed over into Pakistan at 2 am'

Rediff.com18 Apr 2023

'Imagine for a soldier -- first you conquer territory after fighting a fierce battle, suffer casualties and then you are ordered to come back to your side of the International Border in India.'