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Review: Tutiya Dil is an honest film

Review: Tutiya Dil is an honest film

Rediff.com16 Jan 2012

The film is well written and catches the viewers off-guard.

Time for BJP to market POSITIVITY

Time for BJP to market POSITIVITY

Rediff.com27 Dec 2021

Indian elections are won and lost on 'negative' imageries and campaigns - but not certainly on 'negativity' as a political trait and electoral creed, asserts N Sathiya Moorthy.

Why Andhra Pradesh is India's top hiring destination

Why Andhra Pradesh is India's top hiring destination

Rediff.com23 Nov 2018

According to India Skills Report 2019, Andhra Pradesh offers equal space to both male and female workers.

Kerala protests ban on sale of cattle for slaughter, organises beef fests

Kerala protests ban on sale of cattle for slaughter, organises beef fests

Rediff.com27 May 2017

Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan dashed off a letter to Prime Minister Narendra Modi, seeking his intervention for repealing the measure. He said the Centre's decision amounts to an "intrusion" to the rights of the states in the country's federal structure.

'We waste water in the most trivial ways'

'We waste water in the most trivial ways'

Rediff.com6 Jul 2020

'You can have a bath in just one bucket of water.' 'When you are brushing your teeth, remember to turn off the tap.' 'You don't have to wash your car every day.'

Polls in J-K to be held after delimitation: PM tells all-party meet

Polls in J-K to be held after delimitation: PM tells all-party meet

Rediff.com25 Jun 2021

Nearly two years after the bifurcation of Jammu and Kashmir into two UTs and revocation of its special status, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday held talks with top political leaders from the erstwhile state, and said the Centre's priority is to strengthen grassroots democracy there for which delimitation has to happen quickly so that polls can be held.

The poor, young and the desi in New York

The poor, young and the desi in New York

Rediff.com24 Jan 2014

A report on South Asian youth demolishes model minority myth, says George Joseph

Excerpt: 'Love is when I can't pay attention in class'

Excerpt: 'Love is when I can't pay attention in class'

Rediff.com26 Sep 2011

Presenting an excerpt from Penguin's latest book, 'I Never Thought I Could Fall in Love' by Ludhiana-based Chanchaldeep Singh Sandhu.

No state can deny implementation of CAA: Kapil Sibal

No state can deny implementation of CAA: Kapil Sibal

Rediff.com18 Jan 2020

"People in India are showing their angst, their concerns, their worries about the future of India. Everybody wants development, what has Modi done? He has done his own development rather than development of the country," he added.

World's super cities to work and live in, Mumbai ranks 13

World's super cities to work and live in, Mumbai ranks 13

Rediff.com21 Nov 2014

Mumbai is one of the most liveable cities in the world.

Day 5: What's hot at the Beijing Winter Olympics

Day 5: What's hot at the Beijing Winter Olympics

Rediff.com9 Feb 2022

Norway's Birk Ruud claimed the first men's freeski Big Air Olympic gold

People of Northeast rejected 'politics of hate': PM

People of Northeast rejected 'politics of hate': PM

Rediff.com4 Mar 2018

The mandate which the people of Northeast have given is in itself is a very big change, Modi said.

PM to investors: Sell anywhere but 'make in India'

PM to investors: Sell anywhere but 'make in India'

Rediff.com15 Aug 2014

He also asked the young people of the country to enter manufacturing sector by setting up small units.

PM's vision for gas-based economy: 10K CNG pumps, 2 cr household connections

PM's vision for gas-based economy: 10K CNG pumps, 2 cr household connections

Rediff.com22 Nov 2018

Modi said the push towards a gas-based economy where the share of environment-friendly fuel in the energy basket will be increased from 6.2 per cent to 15 per cent by 2030, will create lakhs of jobs and help meet India's COP-21 commitment of cutting emission intensity by 33-35 per cent.

Astonishing photos from final week of National Geographic travel contest

Astonishing photos from final week of National Geographic travel contest

Rediff.com3 May 2019

National Geographic's 2019 Travel Photo contest is drawing to a close after six weeks of pictures from photographers around the world. The final week's selection of pictures includes rhinos drinking in a thunderstorm and the Golden Gate Bridge in San Francisco.

This woman's eco-friendly pads are solving 3 problems

This woman's eco-friendly pads are solving 3 problems

Rediff.com2 Jul 2019

Shaidalin Marbaniang's eco-friendly napkins solve three problems -- accessibility, sustainability and also generates employment.

'Pakistan knows its game is up'

'Pakistan knows its game is up'

Rediff.com26 Aug 2019

'We have to stay one step ahead of Pakistan'

Why Young India Thinks Old

Why Young India Thinks Old

Rediff.com7 Jun 2021

'Three decades after liberalisation kicked off, my friend's son and niece -- both born well after that historic shift in economic policy -- find themselves newly off the beaten path for no fault than listening to their heart,' notes Shyam G Menon.

UP portfolios announced; Adityanath retains home

UP portfolios announced; Adityanath retains home

Rediff.com22 Mar 2017

The list has been sent to Governor Ram Naik for approval.

Congress divided over govt's move to scrap Article 370

Congress divided over govt's move to scrap Article 370

Rediff.com6 Aug 2019

As the Congress vehemently opposed the scrapping of the Constitutional provision that accorded special status to Jammu and Kashmir, some party leaders raised voices of dissent and supported the government move.

Portfolios allocated to ministers in Rajasthan; Gehlot keeps 9, Pilot 5

Portfolios allocated to ministers in Rajasthan; Gehlot keeps 9, Pilot 5

Rediff.com27 Dec 2018

Apart from the chief minister and deputy chief minister, 13 cabinet and 10 ministers of state were allocated portfolios.

Can India host the 2032 Olympics?

Can India host the 2032 Olympics?

Rediff.com18 Nov 2019

'The Mumbai-Pune Olympics will be help shift the country's gaze to a region that denotes a new formula for sports, enterprise, and nation building,' argues Shashank Mani Tripathi.

Remembering President Kalam

Remembering President Kalam

Rediff.com27 Jul 2020

Dr Kalam continues to live in the imagination of the people of this nation and remains a role model for the youth and missile and space scientists who are diligently following his vision to achieve new laurels for India, notes S M Khan, who served as President Kalam's press secretary.

'Why blame all Kashmiris?'

'Why blame all Kashmiris?'

Rediff.com20 Feb 2019

'I have only seen conflict since I was born. I want it to stop. I am longing for peace.'

With lockdown easing, monkeys are back to trouble Shimla

With lockdown easing, monkeys are back to trouble Shimla

Rediff.com15 May 2020

Having developed a taste for what humans eat, the monkeys are wreaking havoc in Shimla, reports Ashwani Sharma.

Paper ballots, pre-poll alliances: Congress's resolutions at 84th plenary

Paper ballots, pre-poll alliances: Congress's resolutions at 84th plenary

Rediff.com17 Mar 2018

This, the Congress said in its political resolution, was necessary as there were misgivings on the 'misuse' of EVMs to 'manipulate the outcome contrary to popular verdict.' The resolution called for reverting to the old practice of paper ballot as adopted by other major democracies to help restore the credibility of the electoral process.

The depths Indian democracy has fallen to

The depths Indian democracy has fallen to

Rediff.com8 Jan 2009

'It is we who elected both the literate M K Stalin and the illiterate Golma Devi, and it is we who must endure the consequences.'

Kumaraswamy allocates portfolios, retains finance

Kumaraswamy allocates portfolios, retains finance

Rediff.com8 Jun 2018

Portfolio sharing had turned out to be a thorny issue between the Congress and JD-S and was thrashed out after much haggling, with both parties announcing an agreement on June one.

12 Films by Rajinikanth: The Actor, Not Superstar

12 Films by Rajinikanth: The Actor, Not Superstar

Rediff.com17 Dec 2020

If you'd like to know more about Rajini the actor, Saisuresh Sivaswamy offers a wide selection.

'There's nothing to be ashamed about periods'

'There's nothing to be ashamed about periods'

Rediff.com28 Jul 2021

Deane De Menezes hopes to reduce the awkwardness and stigma around menstruation.

From Rathore to Rijiju: Our netas are stepping up for the #Fitnesschallenge

From Rathore to Rijiju: Our netas are stepping up for the #Fitnesschallenge

Rediff.com25 May 2018

As the #FitnessChallenge goes viral, especially with cricketer Virat Kohli daring Prime Minister Narendra Modi, here are some other mantris and netas who took the challenge.

'Youthquake' is Oxford Dictionaries' Word of the Year

'Youthquake' is Oxford Dictionaries' Word of the Year

Rediff.com15 Dec 2017

The word was actually coined in 1965!

On 3rd Yoga Day, PM wants 'selfie of three generations'

On 3rd Yoga Day, PM wants 'selfie of three generations'

Rediff.com28 May 2017

Through the programme, he said he felt like he was conversing with 'my family while sitting at home'.

Gandhi@150: Students offer amazing solar lamp tribute!

Gandhi@150: Students offer amazing solar lamp tribute!

Rediff.com3 Oct 2019

One million schoolkids around the world build and light solar lamps.

Jallikattu WILL happen! Centre clears ordinance allowing it

Jallikattu WILL happen! Centre clears ordinance allowing it

Rediff.com20 Jan 2017

Decks were cleared on Friday night for an ordinance on Jallikattu after Tamil Nadu and the Centre worked feverishly even as the state stood on the edge and protesters on Marina beach and elsewhere refused to relent until the sport is held.

'ISIS will never hold sway in J&K'

'ISIS will never hold sway in J&K'

Rediff.com4 Aug 2016

'These inhuman people will never find a place in Jammu & Kashmir or hold in any sway over the youth here.'

How India can realise its true potential

How India can realise its true potential

Rediff.com5 Jan 2021

Sanjeev Nayyar offers a roster of things to do to see the India of our dreams.

Seven-year low job creation will spell disaster for India: President Mukherjee

Seven-year low job creation will spell disaster for India: President Mukherjee

Rediff.com16 Nov 2016

Mukherjee said country's institutions must become magnets for talent by shifting from "brain drain" to "brain rain"

FULL TEXT of President's address on the eve of 71st Republic Day

FULL TEXT of President's address on the eve of 71st Republic Day

Rediff.com25 Jan 2020

Here's the full text of President Ram Nath Kovind's address to the nation on the eve of 71st Republic Day.

Normalcy returning to protest-hit Jammu, army withdrawn

Normalcy returning to protest-hit Jammu, army withdrawn

Rediff.com6 Jun 2015

The army was on Saturday deployed in various parts of the tense Jammu as the sikh youth killed in clashes with police was cremated after the state government accepted most of the demands of the agitating community.