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Meaningless to talk to Pak until it stops aiding terrorism: Rajnath

Meaningless to talk to Pak until it stops aiding terrorism: Rajnath

Rediff.com17 Sep 2017

Singh said India has a policy of maintaining cordial relations with neighbours.

Why Vaiko is a loner in Tamil Nadu politics today

Why Vaiko is a loner in Tamil Nadu politics today

Rediff.com23 Sep 2015

Vaiko's stock dwindles as the DMK's poaching of his cadre continues unabated. R Ramasubramanian reports from Chennai.

Tesla's new Model S is insanely fast, has 'autopilot' mode

Tesla's new Model S is insanely fast, has 'autopilot' mode

Rediff.com10 Oct 2014

it's the first all-wheel drive electric car.

It's time to deliver on women's bill, say female MPs

It's time to deliver on women's bill, say female MPs

Rediff.com8 Mar 2016

While the Rajya Sabha had exactly six years ago passed the Women's Reservation Bill, the legislation has since been pending in Lok Sabha.

BJP MLA gallops into row after 'thrashing' horse

BJP MLA gallops into row after 'thrashing' horse

Rediff.com16 Mar 2016

People poured their wrath on Mussoorie MLA Ganesh Joshi for showing cruelty to the animal.

Jan Dhan Yojana powers Modi Sarkar's financial inclusion drive

Jan Dhan Yojana powers Modi Sarkar's financial inclusion drive

Rediff.com11 Mar 2019

There were concerns that simply opening a bank account wouldn't constitute meaningful financial inclusion, as the poor would rarely use these accounts. However, recent data submitted to Parliament attests to increased account usage, says Ishan Bakshi.

Only Pinarayi Vijayan can save the CPI-M from suicide

Only Pinarayi Vijayan can save the CPI-M from suicide

Rediff.com24 Jan 2018

'It will be a ghastly mistake for the CPI-M to face the 2019 poll on its own.' 'At best, it can hope to split non-BJP votes in some pockets, but the humiliating rout will spell its doom,' warns M K Bhadrakumar.

Sensex to zoom despite odds, investors may flock to D-Street

Sensex to zoom despite odds, investors may flock to D-Street

Rediff.com8 Jul 2015

Sensex is now as expensive as in early 2008

RBI may consider fraud registry to deal with financial crimes

RBI may consider fraud registry to deal with financial crimes

Rediff.com26 Jul 2013

The Reserve Bank could consider setting up of a Fraud Registry on the lines of Credit Information Bureau to check criminal activities in the financial sector.

Living in nuclear la-la land

Living in nuclear la-la land

Rediff.com27 Oct 2015

Indian policymakers must incorporate in their nuclear doctrine a realistic response to tactical nuclear warheads, says Ajai Shukla.

'We'd like to dress Kiran Rao in our outfits'

'We'd like to dress Kiran Rao in our outfits'

Rediff.com4 Feb 2017

Two young dhaakad designers tell us why they want to dress up the First Lady of Bollywood.

Time to give up lakhs and crores, folks!

Time to give up lakhs and crores, folks!

Rediff.com19 Dec 2017

A modern economy with strong global linkages must switch to million, billion and so on, says T N Ninan.

Review: One By Two is a drag

Review: One By Two is a drag

Rediff.com31 Jan 2014

Abhay Deol shoots himself in the foot by acting in (and, inexplicably, producing) this monstrosity called One By Two that sucks all the goodwill out of an actor we usually like, writes Raja Sen.

What Major Gogoi did was Chanakya Niti

What Major Gogoi did was Chanakya Niti

Rediff.com24 May 2017

Major Gogoi thought like Chanakya when he tied a Kashmiri man on an army jeep to keep the stone pelters at bay, argues Rajeev Sharma.

Shami, Ashwin leave Australia in a mess as India eye victory

Shami, Ashwin leave Australia in a mess as India eye victory

Rediff.com9 Dec 2018

India's bowlers once again exposed the chinks in jittery Australian batting line-up leaving the hosts tottering at 104 for four in pursuit of a tough target of 323 on the fourth day of the first Test.

Kareena swears by her diet tips... Will you?

Kareena swears by her diet tips... Will you?

Rediff.com1 Apr 2019

She is Bollywood's favourite nutritionist. So why are some people in the medical fraternity raising red flags about Rujuta Diwekar's advice?

F16s for IAF: Best way to neutralise PAF

F16s for IAF: Best way to neutralise PAF

Rediff.com2 Apr 2019

Group Captain Murli Menon (retd) reveals how India can neutralise the Pakistan air force's combat capabilities without firing a shot.

Review: Sanam Re is utterly stupid!

Review: Sanam Re is utterly stupid!

Rediff.com12 Feb 2016

Sanam Re is a moronic film, feels Sukanya Verma.

TDP quitting NDA unfortunate: Amit Shah to Chandrababu Naidu

"TDP quitting NDA unfortunate": Amit Shah to Chandrababu Naidu

Rediff.com24 Mar 2018

The BJP president further said that Andhra Pradesh has always been on the agenda of national development and Prime Minister Narendra Modi has left no stone unturned to ensure its growth and prosperity.

What the Fed rate hike means to you, and your wallet

What the Fed rate hike means to you, and your wallet

Rediff.com17 Dec 2015

One small interest rate hike of one-quarter of a percentage point is unlikely to have much impact on your budget

Should India pick KL Rahul for 2nd T20 against Ireland?

Should India pick KL Rahul for 2nd T20 against Ireland?

Rediff.com28 Jun 2018

The big question is of bench strength and chances for the likes of KL Rahul, Dinesh Karthik and Umesh Yadav.

Rajan offers emerging economies the mantra for growth

Rajan offers emerging economies the mantra for growth

Rediff.com20 May 2015

Rajan said that central banks should not ignore global responsibilities.

Moto G Turbo edition: The gloves are off

Moto G Turbo edition: The gloves are off

Rediff.com10 Dec 2015

Motorola's latest budget offering, Moto G Turbo edition, goes on sale in India, on Flipkart, December 10. Himanshu Juneja tells you what to expect from this Rs 15k, 4G-enabled smartphone.

OYO CEO: 'We have 70,000 keys'

OYO CEO: 'We have 70,000 keys'

Rediff.com11 Aug 2017

'Customer expectation and need was quite limited when we started in 2013.' 'Now the expectation is little more and a lot of hard work is needed again.'

US jobless claims lowest since 1973

US jobless claims lowest since 1973

Rediff.com23 Jul 2015

This brings the Fed a step closer to raising interest rates this year

Will re-enact law to prevent NEET: Amma's promise in Tirunelveli

Will re-enact law to prevent NEET: Amma's promise in Tirunelveli

Rediff.com12 May 2016

Amidst the blazing heat, women line up the streets offering 'mor' (buttermilk), water, local snacks while supporters wait for a glimpse of their 'mother' AIADMK chief at an election rally in Tirunelveli.

PNB scam can trigger a major market crash

PNB scam can trigger a major market crash

Rediff.com27 Feb 2018

'The financial sector will be hit even harder than the overall market.' 'The banking sector will eventually be rescued.' 'But it may go into a long downwards spiral before things turn around.' 'Threat or buying opportunity?' asks Devangshu Datta.

Transformation of India? It's much more than numbers

Transformation of India? It's much more than numbers

Rediff.com27 Apr 2016

There is no clarity yet on how an estimated 10.9 million new jobs would be created every year.

Mumbai, Kolkata most vulnerable to climate change: Govt

Mumbai, Kolkata most vulnerable to climate change: Govt

Rediff.com30 Nov 2014

With climate change impacts worsening and affecting the poor and most vulnerable, governments urgently need to scale up adaptation

Millenials, THIS is how you write an e-mail

Millenials, THIS is how you write an e-mail

Rediff.com14 Feb 2019

An e-mail becomes the 'first impression' of an individual, a professional, or of a company.

JeM attacks BSF camp in Srinagar, ASI and 3 terrorists killed

JeM attacks BSF camp in Srinagar, ASI and 3 terrorists killed

Rediff.com3 Oct 2017

Jaish-e-Mohammad, the Pakistan-based terror outfit, has claimed responsibility for the attack.

Bollywood's BEST Songs of 2018

Bollywood's BEST Songs of 2018

Rediff.com17 Dec 2018

Sukanya Verma lists her favourite songs of 2018. Are these on your playlist too?

Modi, Hasina ink 22 pacts, Teesta negotiations to continue

Modi, Hasina ink 22 pacts, Teesta negotiations to continue

Rediff.com8 Apr 2017

The two sides inked nearly two dozen pacts in key areas of defence and civil nuclear cooperation after "productive" talks between Modi and Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina in the nation's capital.

Soccer PIX: Benzema header beats Sevilla; Napoli thrash Lecce

Soccer PIX: Benzema header beats Sevilla; Napoli thrash Lecce

Rediff.com23 Sep 2019

Real Madrid produced a gutsy performance to earn a 1-0 win at Sevilla, on Sunday, which took them level on points at the top of La Liga

Sterlite protest: Villagers versus Anil Agarwal

Sterlite protest: Villagers versus Anil Agarwal

Rediff.com26 Apr 2018

Villagers have been protesting against the Sterlite factory since February 12, with an effigy of Vedanta Chairman Anil Agarwal as the backdrop. More than 75 days hence, the dharna continues, the summer vacation seeing children joining the protest.

A power struggle is brewing in Kabul

A power struggle is brewing in Kabul

Rediff.com16 Jun 2017

'Afghanistan cannot be at peace until the Pashtuns regain their pre-eminent role in the country's governance,' says Ambassador M K Bhadrakumar.

India has 700,000 troops in Kashmir? False!!!

India has 700,000 troops in Kashmir? False!!!

Rediff.com17 Jul 2018

It is often alleged that half the Indian Army is based in J&K. It is bewildering why there has been no rebuttal or clarification of this issue from the central or state governments, or from the army itself, wonders Ajai Shukla.

Sai's Take: The Akki-Modi Dil ki Baat

Sai's Take: The Akki-Modi Dil ki Baat

Rediff.com25 Apr 2019

'So we had Akshay Kumar dressed up like Robert Vadra on his offday, and trying to not look fan-struck...'

E-commerce majors tighten purse strings, reduce incentives

E-commerce majors tighten purse strings, reduce incentives

Rediff.com7 Jun 2016

Flipkart, Amazon & Paytm have raised commissions from sellers.

Congress can't see beyond a family: Modi in Lok Sabha

Congress can't see beyond a family: Modi in Lok Sabha

Rediff.com25 Jun 2019

Modi also reminded Congress of the Emergency, saying it's a blot on the democracy that will never fade.