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Review: Thalappavu

Review: Thalappavu

Rediff.com15 Sep 2008

Director Madhupal has taken a bold subject for his debut film Thalappavu. It deserves to be watched just for the performance of Lal.

What you must know about the GRE!

What you must know about the GRE!

Rediff.com4 Apr 2020

The Graduate Record Examination is not very difficult. Really!

Military interaction with US to continue: Antony

Military interaction with US to continue: Antony

Rediff.com25 Oct 2007

"Indian armed forces' exercise and interaction with foreign forces are for upgrade of skills and providing them a chance to get acquainted with hi-tech weapons," Defence Minister A K Antony said on the sidelines of the Naval Commanders conference in New Delhi.

COVID-19: '137 doctors have died so far'

COVID-19: '137 doctors have died so far'

Rediff.com29 Jul 2020

'The government says the mortality rate among patients is 2 to 3 per cent, but in doctors it is 11 per cent, which is very high.'

Is an MP's loyalty worth only Rs 25 crore?

Is an MP's loyalty worth only Rs 25 crore?

Rediff.com17 Jul 2008

The fact that to save both, criminals have had to be hauled out of jails, the sick and ailing have to be brought in on stretchers, that truant film stars have to be dragged away from overseas locations kicking and screaming, and that lawmakers have to be purchased like this, tells its own story.

How power intoxicates politicians

How power intoxicates politicians

Rediff.com12 Nov 2019

'Vajpayee told the minister disapprovingly: "One should not fight with the tools one uses".' Ministers in the Modi government could have done with that advice.

NIA to chargesheet Zakir Naik this week

NIA to chargesheet Zakir Naik this week

Rediff.com22 Oct 2017

Naik is said to have acquired citizenship of Saudi Arabia but this has not been confirmed yet.

Not going to Pak with any expectation: Pranab

Not going to Pak with any expectation: Pranab

Rediff.com19 May 2008

Ahead of crucial Indo-Pak talks, External Affairs Minister Pranab Mukherjee on Monday said his trip to Pakistan was a 'goodwill visit" and that he is not going with any fixed agenda or "any expectation".

French air force team arrives in India for 'Garuda-5'

French air force team arrives in India for 'Garuda-5'

Rediff.com31 May 2014

Four French Rafale fighter aircraft and a contingent of about 70 French airforce personnel on Saturday landed at Jodhpur airbase to participate in the 10-day long joint air exercise "Garuda-5".

When Bollywood took the bus!

When Bollywood took the bus!

Rediff.com20 May 2020

Sukanya Verma hails Bollywood's memorable bus moments.

Investing tricks not taught in grad schools

Investing tricks not taught in grad schools

Rediff.com4 May 2007

Investor camps are a good place to learn the nitty-gritty of investing in stocks. And it may make good sense to join one before taking a plunge into equity investing

Beware! What does America want to sell India?

Beware! What does America want to sell India?

Rediff.com24 Oct 2019

'It's pretty likely that Kissinger, Rice et al came bearing gifts (read Trojan Horses) from McDonnell Douglas, Boeing, Grumman, Northrop, and all the other Military Industrial Complex stalwarts,' argues Rajeev Srinivasan.

Vigilance raids on former AIADMK ministers' houses

Vigilance raids on former AIADMK ministers' houses

Rediff.com27 Oct 2006

The DVAC team, comprised members from Chennai and Coimbatore. However, the sources refused to divulge details of the raids.

No campaigning for polls, Pranab warns governors

No campaigning for polls, Pranab warns governors

Rediff.com4 Apr 2014

President Pranab Mukherjee has advised state governors not to undertake official visits outside their states as part of the campaign for the Lok Sabha polls.

Vadra questioned by ED for more than 5 hours

Vadra questioned by ED for more than 5 hours

Rediff.com4 Jun 2019

Official sources said the investigating officer of the case put across to him at least half-a-dozen statements of his alleged aides which form a purported "link" between him, absconding arms dealer Sanjay Bhandari, Bhandari's associates and others.

Indian envoy calls on Pak Oppn leader

Indian envoy calls on Pak Oppn leader

Rediff.com23 Jan 2007

Pal has been meeting leaders of various Pakistan political parties to acquaint himself with them ever since he took over recently.

SIMI gen secy was in Mumbai during train blasts

SIMI gen secy was in Mumbai during train blasts

Rediff.com13 Apr 2008

Safdar Nagori, the general secretary of the proscribed outfit Student's Islamic Movement of India, was in Mumbai on July 11, 2006, when a series of explosions in suburban trains claimed 187 lives and injured thousands. Nagori is said to be acquainted with serial train blasts case accused and SIMI's Maharashtra unit general secretary Ehtesham Siddiqui. However, investigators have not been able to establish any link between Nagori and the serial blasts.

Delhi cop arrested on rape charge sacked; AAP attacks police chief

Delhi cop arrested on rape charge sacked; AAP attacks police chief

Rediff.com11 Jul 2015

A sub-inspector was arrested and dismissed from service for allegedly raping a 23-year-old domestic help at gun point, an incident which evoked strong reactions from political parties here with AAP demanding resignation of Delhi Police chief B S Bassi.

World Health Day: How can you make a difference?

World Health Day: How can you make a difference?

Rediff.com7 Apr 2008

The theme for this World Health Day is 'Protecting Health from Climate Change'. Here are some tips on how you can make a positive contribution.

Why 2007's been great for Bollywood

Why 2007's been great for Bollywood

Rediff.com1 Nov 2007

2007 marks the year indie cinema finally finds it's niche in Bollywood.

Aaja Nachle's music should've been better

Aaja Nachle's music should've been better

Rediff.com19 Oct 2007

The verdict on Aaja Nachle is uncomplicated. When someone as special as Madhuri Dixit makes a comeback, you expect nothing short of extraordinary. The soundtrack of Yash Raj's latest musical is fairly decent. Still, extraordinary, it's not.

The Mumbaikar who connects the NBA with India

The Mumbaikar who connects the NBA with India

Rediff.com4 Oct 2019

Vivek Ranadive, the Sacramento Kings's India-born owner, believes basketball can become India's No 2 sport.

Mallika arrives at Cannes!

Mallika arrives at Cannes!

Rediff.com17 May 2005

Police apprehend 2 men carrying Rs 27 lakh new notes

Police apprehend 2 men carrying Rs 27 lakh new notes

Rediff.com24 Nov 2016

On a tip-off from intelligence agencies, the Crime Branch team apprehended Ajit Pal Singh and Rajender Singh on Thursday evening, said a senior police officer.

ATM woes: 'No cash, machine closed'

ATM woes: 'No cash, machine closed'

Rediff.com15 Nov 2016

Mumbai ATMs stop dispensing cash.

'Angelina is very down-to-earth'

'Angelina is very down-to-earth'

Rediff.com13 Dec 2006

Art director Bijon Dasgupta on Brangelina.

NBA player Bryce Dejean-Jones killed in Dallas shooting

NBA player Bryce Dejean-Jones killed in Dallas shooting

Rediff.com29 May 2016

Rookie New Orleans Pelicans basketball player Bryce Dejean-Jones died after being shot early on Saturday when he broke into a Dallas apartment, authorities said.

US visas: Get to know the rules

US visas: Get to know the rules

Rediff.com28 Apr 2006

US attorney Gilbert Ferrer spells the rules out.

Higher education challenges: Why middle class families are worried

Higher education challenges: Why middle class families are worried

Rediff.com1 Dec 2015

Across the world, middle class families are dealing with the consequences of competition to get into high-quality institutions.

Do the poor feature in Modi ki Duniya?

Do the poor feature in Modi ki Duniya?

Rediff.com30 Mar 2020

'Wasn't it the PM's duty to reach out to the daily wagers of whom he claims to have been a part?' asks Jyoti Punwani.

'Abbu, save me': Victims' frantic last-minute calls

'Abbu, save me': Victims' frantic last-minute calls

Rediff.com8 Dec 2019

The Hussains, hailing from Madhubani district of Bihar, had planned to go shopping on Sunday, but fate willed otherwise.

Federer breaks another record

Federer breaks another record

Rediff.com26 Feb 2007

He lists his favourite pastimes as sitting on the beach and playing cards but anyone who is acquainted with Roger Federer knows what his real hobby is -- collecting records.

When PM Modi met Aamir and Shah Rukh

When PM Modi met Aamir and Shah Rukh

Rediff.com20 Oct 2019

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday met Bollywood actors and filmmakers, including Shah Rukh Khan and Aamir Khan, and released a cultural video with the theme 'Change Within' to mark the 150th birth anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi.

The children of 11/7: 'Papa was the best'

The children of 11/7: 'Papa was the best'

Rediff.com11 Jul 2007

Seven-year-old Beeba Joseph's mother left her when she was four month old. Her dad departed last year on 11/7.

Will Smith meets Bollywood

Will Smith meets Bollywood

Rediff.com23 Feb 2006

Clock maybe ticking for TikTok, others in India

Clock maybe ticking for TikTok, others in India

Rediff.com13 Apr 2019

According to official sources, various states are contemplating bans on TikTok, Kwai, LIKE and other such apps over the next few months, on the worry that these platforms encourage child pornography, nudity and the spread of fake news, report Karan Choudhury and Neha Alawadhi.

Saddam Hussein in Rajkot?

Saddam Hussein in Rajkot?

Rediff.com5 Jan 2007

Tall and well-built, his face and hairstyle extremely similar to Saddam's, Amlani has always savoured every moment of his fame.

Dr Singh's date with supersonic missile

Dr Singh's date with supersonic missile

Rediff.com28 Jun 2006

Dr Singh's visit came close on the heels of a missile exercise that he witnessed on board aircraft carrier INS Viraat in the Arabian Sea last month.

Arbeloa and Pique in war of words as title race heats up

Arbeloa and Pique in war of words as title race heats up

Rediff.com10 Apr 2016

Real Madrid defender Alvaro Arbeloa reignited his long-running war of words with Barcelona's Gerard Pique by suggesting that the Spanish League leaders manage to win only if opposing teams have had players sent off. La Liga leaders Barca surprisingly succumbed 1-0 to mid-table Real Sociedad on Saturday, a result that not only condemned the Catalans to their second successive league defeat but also blew the title race wide open. They now lead second-placed Atletico Madrid by three points and third-placed Real by four. "Look how difficult it is to win against 11 men," Arbeloa mocked on Twitter, referring to the fact that Barcelona have often benefited from opposing players being sent off. Barca were trailing 1-0 in last Tuesday's Champions League quarter-final first leg with Atletico Madrid but secured a 2-1 win after Atletico goal scorer Fernando Torres was dismissed in the 35th minute.

When stars were kids...

When stars were kids...

Rediff.com11 May 2020

Love, memorable, throwback pix to celebrate Mother's Day.