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Not boycotting diplomatic mission, Mamata clarifies amid Yusuf Pathan row

Not boycotting diplomatic mission, Mamata clarifies amid Yusuf Pathan row

Rediff.com19 May 2025

Her statement came after a controversy broke out that TMC MP Yusuf Pathan was forced to opt out of the multi-party diplomatic delegation.

Indian Archers' Night Ordeal In Riot-Hit Dhaka!

Indian Archers' Night Ordeal In Riot-Hit Dhaka!

Rediff.com18 Nov 2025

India's archers endured a night of chaos when their return to the country from Dhaka after the Asian Championships was delayed by a day due to a cancelled flight.

The 10 Most Vicious Killers On OTT

The 10 Most Vicious Killers On OTT

Rediff.com15 Jan 2025

Some of the most vicious killers are on the loose on streaming channels.

SRK, Madhuri Arrive In Jaipur For IIFA

SRK, Madhuri Arrive In Jaipur For IIFA

Rediff.com8 Mar 2025

The 25th edition of IIFA will take place on March 8 and 9 in Jaipur.

Mamata slams Delhi Police over 'Bangladeshi language' letter

Mamata slams Delhi Police over 'Bangladeshi language' letter

Rediff.com4 Aug 2025

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee criticizes Delhi Police for referring to Bengali as 'Bangladeshi national language,' sparking political controversy.

Booth reconfiguration plan sparks major row in Bengal

Booth reconfiguration plan sparks major row in Bengal

Rediff.com29 Aug 2025

A proposed polling booth reconfiguration in West Bengal has ignited a political battle, with the TMC, BJP, Congress, and CPI(M) raising concerns about bias, partisanship, and flawed processes.

Can Mamata block BJP's advance again in 2026 Bengal polls?

Can Mamata block BJP's advance again in 2026 Bengal polls?

Rediff.com27 Feb 2025

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee has set an ambitious goal of winning over 215 seats in the 2026 state assembly elections, aiming to secure a fourth consecutive term for the Trinamool Congress (TMC). She declared that the party will work to significantly reduce the BJP's tally and ensure that their candidates struggle to retain their deposits. The TMC's national general secretary, Abhishek Banerjee, echoed this sentiment, urging party workers to ensure a decisive victory and achieve a two-thirds majority in the upcoming polls. The BJP, however, dismissed the TMC's claims, stating that Banerjee is merely trying to boost morale among party workers.

Will Language Politics Help Didi Win 4th Term?

Will Language Politics Help Didi Win 4th Term?

Rediff.com14 Aug 2025

Will Mamata's bhasha andolan campaign sway Bengal's bhadralok before the 2026 election in the TMC's favour?

Reddy vs Radhakrishnan: MPs vote to elect new Vice President

Reddy vs Radhakrishnan: MPs vote to elect new Vice President

Rediff.com9 Sep 2025

The poll is witnessing a direct contest between ruling NDA nominee C P Radhakrishnan and joint opposition candidate B Sudershan Reddy, with the BJP-led alliance having a clear edge in the poll necessitated due to the sudden resignation of Jagdeep Dhankhar.

Party will decide, not me: Mamata on her successor

Party will decide, not me: Mamata on her successor

Rediff.com7 Dec 2024

Asked about her potential successor, Banerjee deflected the question with a counter-query to the interviewer, "Who is your successor?"

No more talks, just PoK: India's firm global stance on Pakistan

No more talks, just PoK: India's firm global stance on Pakistan

Rediff.com1 Jun 2025

Interacting with the Indian diaspora in Kuala Lumpur, Banerjee said, "We have been in talks with them (Pakistan) for decades, despite changes in various paradigms and governments. But one thing remains constant, the conflict with Pakistan."

Twinkle-Akshay's Date Night

Twinkle-Akshay's Date Night

Rediff.com24 Jan 2025

A day before Sky Force released in theatres across India, a special screening was held for film folk in Mumbai.

Ready for India's Avengers Franchise?

Ready for India's Avengers Franchise?

Rediff.com3 Jan 2025

Dinesh Vijan's production banner Maddock has announced a slate of new titles in his ambitious horror-comedy universe.

Out for dinner, medical student gang-raped in Bengal

Out for dinner, medical student gang-raped in Bengal

Rediff.com11 Oct 2025

"The friend left her alone when three unidentified men arrived there. The men snatched her phone and took her to a jungle outside the campus, where they raped her. She was threatened with dire consequences if she told anyone about the incident," the officer said.

Malaika, Vaani, Nushrratt, Huma's Night Out

Malaika, Vaani, Nushrratt, Huma's Night Out

Rediff.com6 Jun 2025

The Bollywood Hungama Style Icons Summit and Awards 2025 saw many film folk win awards.

Why John Abraham Got Angry!

Why John Abraham Got Angry!

Rediff.com2 Aug 2024

John Abraham and Nikkhil Advani step up their creative collaboration as they bring forth the new actioner Vedaa.

Abhishek Bachchan joins European T20 League as co-owner

Abhishek Bachchan joins European T20 League as co-owner

Rediff.com6 Jan 2025

With cricket being included in the 2028 Olympics, its popularity will further surge. I'm humbled and excited about this unique collaboration between the cricket boards of Ireland, Scotland, and the Netherlands.

VP polls: Despite number crunch, INDIA to put up joint candidate

VP polls: Despite number crunch, INDIA to put up joint candidate

Rediff.com10 Aug 2025

The INDIA bloc is set to field a joint candidate for the upcoming vice presidential elections. Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge is engaging with opposition parties to identify potential candidates and build consensus. The decision reflects a unified front among opposition parties aiming to send a strong political message.

BJP's Rajib Banerjee returns to TMC at Tripura rally

BJP's Rajib Banerjee returns to TMC at Tripura rally

Rediff.com31 Oct 2021

Banerjee, a former minister in the Mamata Banerjee government, said he 'repents' for joining the BJP ahead of the assembly elections despite being asked by the West Bengal chief minister not to leave TMC.

Don't fall for riot provocation, Mamata warns on Eid

Don't fall for riot provocation, Mamata warns on Eid

Rediff.com31 Mar 2025

Addressing an Eid prayers programme on Red Road in Kolkata, the Trinamool Congress supremo claimed, "Provocations are being made to fuel riots, but please don't fall into these traps. The West Bengal government stands with the minorities. No one can provoke tensions in the state."

School jobs scam: TMC's Abhishek declines ED summons citing panchayat polls

School jobs scam: TMC's Abhishek declines ED summons citing panchayat polls

Rediff.com8 Jun 2023

Banerjee, considered number two in the party, declined to comply with the notice, citing his engagement with an ongoing mass outreach campaign and upcoming panchayat polls.

Kolkata gang rape: BJP rally stopped, leaders detained during protest

Kolkata gang rape: BJP rally stopped, leaders detained during protest

Rediff.com29 Jun 2025

The rally was not allowed to proceed towards the South Calcutta Law College, where the 24-year-old student was allegedly gang-raped by three men, including an alumnus of the institute, on June 25.

The Highest Grossing Hindi Film Ever Is...

The Highest Grossing Hindi Film Ever Is...

Rediff.com18 Sep 2024

Stree 2 has etched its name in cinematic history by becoming the highest-grossing Hindi film ever, surpassing the lifetime collections of Shah Rukh Khan's Jawan.

Mamata's nephew Abhishek questioned by CBI for more than 6 hours over school jobs scam

Mamata's nephew Abhishek questioned by CBI for more than 6 hours over school jobs scam

Rediff.com20 May 2023

Before appearing before the CBI this morning, Abhishek Banerjee wrote a letter to the CBI informing them he is moving the Supreme Court challenging the High Court order which allows investigative agencies CBI and ED to question him.

What's Agastya Doing With Akshay's Niece?

What's Agastya Doing With Akshay's Niece?

Rediff.com8 Apr 2025

Just who are the reining stars of Bollywood? One look at Maddock Films' 20th anniversary party gives you a pretty good idea.

Return to Bengal if harassed in BJP states: Mamata to migrant workers

Return to Bengal if harassed in BJP states: Mamata to migrant workers

Rediff.com29 Jul 2025

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee claims a Bengali-speaking woman and her child were threatened in Delhi after an alleged assault. She urges Bengali migrant workers in BJP-ruled states to return to Bengal if harassed and questions the absence of central commissions in BJP-ruled states when atrocities occur.

Kriti, Kartik Win Big At Zee Cine Awards

Kriti, Kartik Win Big At Zee Cine Awards

Rediff.com19 May 2025

Check out the winners at the Zee Cine Awards.

'If You Are Not Somebody, Nobody Would Give You Time'

'If You Are Not Somebody, Nobody Would Give You Time'

Rediff.com21 Aug 2024

'It was a very disorganised industry back then and people were very disrespectful towards actors.'

'I Adopted A Cat To Understand Motherhood'

'I Adopted A Cat To Understand Motherhood'

Rediff.com16 Jun 2025

'I am not a mother and never had an abortion either, so I had to understand motherhood and child loss from anecdotal experiences of others.'

Rana Naidu 2 Review: Good Looking Mess

Rana Naidu 2 Review: Good Looking Mess

Rediff.com13 Jun 2025

What's unforgiving about Season two is the way the ever-so-entertaining Venkatesh Daggubati is under-utilised, complains Mayur Sanap.

Ready for June's OTT Line-Up?

Ready for June's OTT Line-Up?

Rediff.com3 Jun 2025

It's going to be an exciting month for OTT as numerous titles across languages will premiere online.

Trump, Pahalgam, Bihar: Oppn ready for showdown in Parliament

Trump, Pahalgam, Bihar: Oppn ready for showdown in Parliament

Rediff.com20 Jul 2025

INDIA bloc parties are set to raise issues such as the Pahalgam attack, US President Trump's claims of brokering a ceasefire, and concerns over electoral roll revisions in Bihar during the Parliament's Monsoon session.

Public spat, WhatsApp war among MPs expose TMC's internal rift

Public spat, WhatsApp war among MPs expose TMC's internal rift

Rediff.com9 Apr 2025

Infighting within West Bengal's ruling Trinamool Congress (TMC) came to the fore after a video of an alleged verbal spat between party MPs and screenshots of heated exchanges from its official WhatsApp group for parliamentarians went viral. The incident reportedly involved a public altercation at the Election Commission headquarters, followed by a heated exchange on the party's WhatsApp group, leading to accusations of misconduct and leaked screenshots. The controversy has triggered calls for action against the party chief whip, Kalyan Banerjee, who is accused of misbehavior and tarnishing the party's image.

'Worst Human Beings Are Those Who Prey On Kids'

'Worst Human Beings Are Those Who Prey On Kids'

Rediff.com21 Aug 2024

'Now I have understood that an actor needs to switch on and off between action and cut.' 'I take my characters only from the vanity van to vanity van.' 'When I put on the makeup and wear the costume, I'm in character.' 'The minute I remove the makeup and take off my costume, I am out of it.'

Show how EVMs can be hacked: Now TMC differs ally Cong

Show how EVMs can be hacked: Now TMC differs ally Cong

Rediff.com17 Dec 2024

He termed the allegations as "just random statements" and demanded that people making such allegations should demonstrate how the EVMs can be "hacked"

Now, Mirzapur Becomes A Movie!

Now, Mirzapur Becomes A Movie!

Rediff.com28 Oct 2024

Scheduled for a theatrical release in 2026, the film promises to expand the narrative of the crime Web series.

'I'm The Boss Man Of All The Villains'

'I'm The Boss Man Of All The Villains'

Rediff.com16 Aug 2024

'Jitendra Pratap Singh (his character in Vedaa) believes in the divisive politics of society and that is more dangerous than the regular goons.'

Veteran vs young turks: Power struggle erupts in TMC

Veteran vs young turks: Power struggle erupts in TMC

Rediff.com2 Dec 2023

The internal party exchange unfolded amid an ongoing purported discord among party veterans, recognised as loyalists of Mamata Banerjee, and the younger generation, perceived as close to her nephew Abhishek.

'Will Tell Them About Success Of Operation Sindoor'

'Will Tell Them About Success Of Operation Sindoor'

Rediff.com21 May 2025

'We will inform them how Pakistan not only helps terrorists, it also provide training to them to target India and spread terror.'

Ready For Some Old Fashioned Romance?

Ready For Some Old Fashioned Romance?

Rediff.com4 Feb 2025

Netflix unveils a slew of new and exciting film titles.