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Four-member govt panel to review grace marks for 1500 NEET students

Four-member govt panel to review grace marks for 1500 NEET students

Rediff.com8 Jun 2024

The NTA denied any irregularities and said the changes made in the NCERT textbooks and grace marks for losing time at the examination centres were some of the reasons behind the students scoring higher marks.

Backless and bewitching! How Bebo brought the curtains down at LFW

Backless and bewitching! How Bebo brought the curtains down at LFW

Rediff.com4 Feb 2019

The Lakme ambassador closed the show for Shantanu and Nikhil at the Lakme Fashion Week.

Was Modi Worried About Shyam Rangeela?

Was Modi Worried About Shyam Rangeela?

Rediff.com23 May 2024

Rangeela's presence in the fray could have been trifle uncomfortable for Modi. He may not have posed an electoral challenge to the prime minister, but Rangeela's public meetings could have seen people flocking, if only to hear him mimic Modi. In a completely Modi-centric election, the presence of a 'rival' -- if only for a smattering of audience at his meetings -- would not have been particularly appreciated by Modi, asserts Nilanjan Mukhopadhyay, author of Narendra Modi: The Man, The Times.

Here comes the bride...

Here comes the bride...

Rediff.com11 Aug 2015

Glimpses from the latest lines showcased at the India Bridal Fashion Week 2015, by some of the biggest Indian designers.

Should You Invest In Smallcap Funds?

Should You Invest In Smallcap Funds?

Rediff.com19 Dec 2023

While selecting a smallcap scheme, go with one that has a good track record and a stable fund manager.

Kangana turns up the heat for Tarun Tahiliani

Kangana turns up the heat for Tarun Tahiliani

Rediff.com24 Aug 2016

The showstopper looked stunning in her Boho avtar walking for designer Tarun Tahiliani.

The bling thing

The bling thing

Rediff.com17 Aug 2015

Here's a quick look at the top jewellery trends for this season.

ABVP, Left-backed groups clash at JNU

ABVP, Left-backed groups clash at JNU

Rediff.com1 Mar 2024

Some students of Jawaharlal Nehru University were injured in a clash between two groups over the selection of election committee members, following which Vice-Chancellor Santishree D Pandit on Friday said strict action will be taken against those involved irrespective of their political affiliation.

Ananth Kumar, a staunch RSS man, Bengaluru's 'most loved' MP

Ananth Kumar, a staunch RSS man, Bengaluru's 'most loved' MP

Rediff.com12 Nov 2018

While being the all important member of the BJP's parliamentary board, Kumar is often regarded as the "Delhi face" of the Karnataka BJP and also for the state government who could be counted upon for taking issues concerning Karnataka.

Vijay Hazare Trophy: Pujara's fifty in vain as Mumbai edge out Saurashtra

Vijay Hazare Trophy: Pujara's fifty in vain as Mumbai edge out Saurashtra

Rediff.com1 Dec 2023

A day after their Test careers met with a dead end, veteran batters Cheteshwar Pujara and Ajinkya Rahane on Friday soldiered on for Saurashtra and Mumbai respectively with contrasting results in the Vijay Hazare Trophy in Bengaluru.

Vijay Hazare: J&K shock Delhi; Karthik steers TN to win

Vijay Hazare: J&K shock Delhi; Karthik steers TN to win

Rediff.com29 Nov 2023

Dinesh Karthik hit a quickfire half-century as Tamil Nadu overcame a jittery start to down Baroda by 38 runs.

'A woman doesn't need to wear pants to show she is the boss'

'A woman doesn't need to wear pants to show she is the boss'

Rediff.com1 Feb 2019

Anita Dongre shares her fashion fundas.

Ranji Trophy: Jackson, bowlers put Saurashtra in control

Ranji Trophy: Jackson, bowlers put Saurashtra in control

Rediff.com10 Feb 2024

Saurashtra's middle-order batter Sheldon Jackson followed in senior teammate Cheteshwar Pujara's footsteps, completing his century on day two of their Ranji Trophy Group A tie against Rajasthan to guide the defending champions to a 300-plus total in Jaipur on Saturday.

Why Are The Scindias Bowing To Amit Shah?

Why Are The Scindias Bowing To Amit Shah?

Rediff.com17 Oct 2022

What some of our leaders were up to over the weekend...

Boxers Dinesh, Praveen apologise in show cause reply?

Boxers Dinesh, Praveen apologise in show cause reply?

Rediff.com16 Sep 2013

The three Indian boxers who alleged manipulation in the World Championships trials have submitted their response to the show cause notices issued to them by the national federation and a decision on their fate will be taken by September 20.

Asian Games: India's Schedule on September 29

Asian Games: India's Schedule on September 29

Rediff.com28 Sep 2023

Following is India's schedule at the Asian Games in Hangzhou on Friday, September 29.

Lakhimpur: Family's demand for second autopsy of farmer accepted

Lakhimpur: Family's demand for second autopsy of farmer accepted

Rediff.com5 Oct 2021

The Uttar Pradesh authorities on Tuesday agreed to the demand for a second post-mortem of a farmer killed in the Lakhimpur Kheri incident after his family refused to cremate him, while mortal remains of the three others were consigned to flames at their native places during the day.

Wow! Can't take eyes off Janhvi's dreamy gown

Wow! Can't take eyes off Janhvi's dreamy gown

Rediff.com12 Feb 2020

As many as 31 designers showcased their special collections as Lakme Fashion Week celebrates 20 years.

LFW Backstage: Dreamy eyes and a lost world

LFW Backstage: Dreamy eyes and a lost world

Rediff.com28 Aug 2016

Warm hugs, coffee breaks and practice sessions' it's just another day backstage at the Lakme Fashion Week Winter Fest 2016.

Boxer Dilbag Singh summoned by IBF, others warned

Boxer Dilbag Singh summoned by IBF, others warned

Rediff.com21 Sep 2013

Two of the three Indian boxers, who had alleged manipulation in the World Championship trials, were, on Saturday, let off with warnings by the National Federation even as the third was summoned to appear before the disciplinary committee on September 30.

Protest after Hindu students asked to perform namaaz at Gujarat school

Protest after Hindu students asked to perform namaaz at Gujarat school

Rediff.com3 Oct 2023

The state government ordered an inquiry into the programme organised at Kalorex Future School, located in Ghatlodia area of the city, on September 29.

Vijender's opponent develops cold feet at the last minute

Vijender's opponent develops cold feet at the last minute

Rediff.com24 Feb 2017

Indian boxing star Vijender Singh's scheduled opponent for his next fight, China's Zulpikar Maimaitiali, on Friday, backed out.

She's HOT!

She's HOT!

Rediff.com10 Feb 2016

Katrina Kaif catwalks for ace designer Tarun Tahiliani.

ISSF Worlds: Rajeshwari earns India's seventh Olympic quota

ISSF Worlds: Rajeshwari earns India's seventh Olympic quota

Rediff.com24 Aug 2023

Rajeshwari Kumari showed why she is among the best in the country when she earned a seventh 2024 Paris Olympic quota place by finishing fifth in the ISSF World Championship in Baku.

JNU's Kanhaiya Kumar, others go on indefinite hunger strike

JNU's Kanhaiya Kumar, others go on indefinite hunger strike

Rediff.com28 Apr 2016

Kanhaiya Kumar, Umar Khalid and Anirban Bhattacharya along with other students started the hunger strike at night and said they reject the findings and recommendations of the high-level inquiry committee that probed the incident.

P T Usha to take over as first woman IOA president

P T Usha to take over as first woman IOA president

Rediff.com9 Dec 2022

The legendary PT Usha will be officially elected as the first woman president of Indian Olympic Association (IOA) during the governing body's polls on Saturday, ushering in a new era in country's sports administration.

Hindu Raksha Mahasabha leader among 9 to join AAP in Himachal Pradesh

Hindu Raksha Mahasabha leader among 9 to join AAP in Himachal Pradesh

Rediff.com29 Apr 2022

Nine people from Himachal Pradesh, including a key Hindu Raksha Mahasabha functionary, three former armed forces personnel and two retired officers of the state administrative service, joined the Aam Aadmi Party on Friday.

#SummerInspo: 10 ways to style your sari

#SummerInspo: 10 ways to style your sari

Rediff.com22 Mar 2017

Why keep it simple when you can make your sari look refreshingly stylish?

Gehraiyaan Effect? Deepika Is Stunning!

Gehraiyaan Effect? Deepika Is Stunning!

Rediff.com18 Feb 2022

Anushka is a busy mom... What's Nandita Das doing with Kapil Sharma? Sudhir Mishra signs Bhumi and Nawaz...

Varanasi university lecturer sacked over post on Navratra fast

Varanasi university lecturer sacked over post on Navratra fast

Rediff.com1 Oct 2022

In his social media post in Hindi, Gautam had written, "For women, it is better to read the Constitution of India and the Hindu Code Bill instead of fasting for nine days during Navratra. Their lives will be free from fear and slavery. Jai Bheem."

Second FIR against SP's Maurya, others for burning Ramcharitmanas copies

Second FIR against SP's Maurya, others for burning Ramcharitmanas copies

Rediff.com2 Feb 2023

The group claimed that its members only burnt photocopies of pages allegedly carrying "objectionable comments on women and Dalits" in the Ramcharitmanas.

Ayodhya seers join protest against Adipurush, seek its ban

Ayodhya seers join protest against Adipurush, seek its ban

Rediff.com19 Jun 2023

Joining the chorus against the film, the Samajwadi Party said the faithful are hurt by its "cheap and superficial dialogues" and that the film was part of an "agenda".

Selection row: Boxers told to prove favouritism charges

Selection row: Boxers told to prove favouritism charges

Rediff.com30 Aug 2013

Furious with the three boxers who alleged that trials for the upcoming World Championships were manipulated, Indian Boxing Federation President Abhishek Matoria, said on Friday, disciplinary action will be taken against them if they fail to prove their charges.

POLL: Who's the hottest LFW model?

POLL: Who's the hottest LFW model?

Rediff.com27 Aug 2015

These girls will be raising temperatures as they sashay down the ramp for Lakme Fashion Week. Vote for your favourite!

'Shooter Dadi' Chandro Tomar dies due to COVID-19

'Shooter Dadi' Chandro Tomar dies due to COVID-19

Rediff.com30 Apr 2021

Octogenarian shooter Chandro Tomar, nicknamed 'Shooter Dadi', died on Friday after battling COVID-19.

Delhi Police charges Kanhaiya Kumar, others in JNU sedition case

Delhi Police charges Kanhaiya Kumar, others in JNU sedition case

Rediff.com14 Jan 2019

A case was registered on February 11, 2016 under Sections of 124 A (sedition) and 120B (criminal conspiracy) of the IPC against unknown persons at Vasant Kunj (North) police station following complaints by BJP MP Maheish Girri and the ABVP.

Summer is finally here!

Summer is finally here!

Rediff.com12 May 2015

These cover girls are the reason why it's so hot! Who's your favourite?

Delhi University polls: ABVP wins 3 central panel posts, NSUI 1

Delhi University polls: ABVP wins 3 central panel posts, NSUI 1

Rediff.com23 Sep 2023

Tushar Dedha of the ABVP won the post of DUSU president, defeating NSUI's Hitesh Gulia by a margin of 3,115 votes. Dedha got 23,460 votes and Gulia 20,345.

ISSF Worlds: Sheoran secures India's fifth Olympic quota

ISSF Worlds: Sheoran secures India's fifth Olympic quota

Rediff.com20 Aug 2023

India's Akhil Sheoran secured the country's fifth Paris Olympics quota in shooting after winning the bronze medal in men's rifle 3-position competition at the ISSF World Championships in Baku on Sunday.

Himanta says Muslims causing veggie prices to soar

Himanta says Muslims causing veggie prices to soar

Rediff.com16 Jul 2023

Sarma, while responding to reporters' questions on high price of veggies in Guwahati, had said, "Vegetables are not priced so high in villages. Here the Miya vendors charge us more. Had it been Assamese vendors selling vegetables, they wouldn't have fleeced their own people."