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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.

Use the mouse and crack the CAT

Use the mouse and crack the CAT

Rediff.com25 Sep 2009

Find out why the computer-based CAT exam format shouldn't get you worried.

Can't sit back and judge Shami's personal life: BCCI

Can't sit back and judge Shami's personal life: BCCI

Rediff.com16 Mar 2018

BCCI's senior officials feel that allegations of domestic violence levelled by Mohammed Shami's wife Hasin Jahan are completely under police jurisdiction and they have nothing to do with it.

#GadgetWatch: Is the GoPro Fusion worth Rs 57,000?

#GadgetWatch: Is the GoPro Fusion worth Rs 57,000?

Rediff.com11 Oct 2018

The camera sports two spherical, 18-megapixel wide-angle fisheye camera lenses on the back and front that protrude just a little too much, making them vulnerable to scratches, says Khalid Anzar.

Mystery shrouds businessman's murder

Mystery shrouds businessman's murder

Rediff.com24 Aug 2009

The murder of Paul Muthoot George, son of Muthot M George, managing director of the Rs 20,000 crore (Rs 200 billion) Muthoot group of companies, has shocked Kerala.

There's plenty of room in the Democratic tent

There's plenty of room in the Democratic tent

Rediff.com14 Jul 2008

Senator Obama has the ability to unite our nation as no one has done in my lifetime. Perhaps you need more proof, and in the coming weeks I'm sure he and his talented team of campaign staffers will show us.

Former NFL star Aaron Hernandez commits suicide in jail cell

Former NFL star Aaron Hernandez commits suicide in jail cell

Rediff.com19 Apr 2017

Former New England Patriots football star Aaron Hernandez hanged himself in the jail cell where he was serving a life sentence for murder, just days after being acquitted of a second murder charge.

Can Vero kill Facebook, Instagram AND Snapchat?

Can Vero kill Facebook, Instagram AND Snapchat?

Rediff.com2 Mar 2018

Why are people migrating to this new app?

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.

The man who follows Harshad Mehta technique

The man who follows Harshad Mehta technique

Rediff.com1 May 2009

Nirmal Kotecha is a self-confessed admirer of Harshad Mehta and a faithful follower of his technique.

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.

Here comes the over-friendly Trojan

Here comes the over-friendly Trojan

Rediff.com9 Jun 2008

A Trojan is a programme that appears to be desirable (like a free downloadable game or screen saver), but contains viruses or worms (self-replicating viruses) that can create havoc with the PC and the network.

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.

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.

Review: Valkyrie is not dramatic enough

Review: Valkyrie is not dramatic enough

Rediff.com20 Feb 2009

Valkyrie could have been a dramatic addition to the canon of films made about wartime, and its many effects and implications. Sadly, all this film ends up being is an empty exercise in reiterating futility.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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".

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".

'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.

When stars were kids...

When stars were kids...

Rediff.com11 May 2020

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

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.

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

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

ATM woes: 'No cash, machine closed'

ATM woes: 'No cash, machine closed'

Rediff.com15 Nov 2016

Mumbai ATMs stop dispensing cash.

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.

Mallika arrives at Cannes!

Mallika arrives at Cannes!

Rediff.com17 May 2005

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.

'Angelina is very down-to-earth'

'Angelina is very down-to-earth'

Rediff.com13 Dec 2006

Art director Bijon Dasgupta on Brangelina.

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.