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India, Canada unveil roadmap to revive ties

India, Canada unveil roadmap to revive ties

Rediff.com13 Oct 2025

India and Canada have unveiled a roadmap to boost cooperation in trade, critical minerals, and energy, signaling efforts to rebuild strained relations following the killing of a Sikh separatist in 2023. Discussions include addressing concerns over pro-Khalistan elements and pursuing a balanced partnership.

CAG to conduct pan-India audit on ease of doing biz for MSMEs

CAG to conduct pan-India audit on ease of doing biz for MSMEs

Rediff.com20 Nov 2025

The Comptroller and Auditor General of India (CAG) has launched an integrated audit across 32 states and Union Territories to assess the ease of doing business for the micro, small and medium enterprise (MSME) sector.

S D Burman's Magical Aradhana, Abhimaan Music

S D Burman's Magical Aradhana, Abhimaan Music

Rediff.com5 Nov 2025

S D Burman is that unique composer who remained successful right up to his death with his creative engines never running on empty.

Noel Alexander, The Dancer Behind Kaantha

Noel Alexander, The Dancer Behind Kaantha

Rediff.com20 Nov 2025

From a reluctant engineering student to one of India's most loved viral choreographers, Noel Alexander's rise has been nothing short of cinematic.

NDA begins govt formation talks in Bihar after landslide victory

NDA begins govt formation talks in Bihar after landslide victory

Rediff.com16 Nov 2025

Following their landslide victory in the Bihar assembly polls, NDA leaders have begun discussions on forming a new government. Key coalition partners visited Chief Minister Nitish Kumar's residence, expressing support for his continued leadership. The article also touches on political developments within the RJD and reactions to the election results.

Disruptor Or Decider? What Will Vijay Choose?

Disruptor Or Decider? What Will Vijay Choose?

Rediff.com28 Nov 2025

The likes of Sengottaiyan can help Vijay navigate it better and faster -- but not necessarily to his goal, which is farther, and can move towards or away from him as well in the weeks and months to come, points out N Sathiya Moorthy.

Young Earners, Start With A Minimum Rs 1 Cr Cover

Young Earners, Start With A Minimum Rs 1 Cr Cover

Rediff.com27 Nov 2025

Younger customers should opt for increasing cover as their financial commitments are likely to rise in the future.

Where Cricket Bats Are Made In The World

Where Cricket Bats Are Made In The World

Rediff.com20 Nov 2025

Traditionally carved from top-quality willow, famous bat-makers, source the bulk of their willow wood from Kashmir.

Nehru's Journey: 12 Historic Places

Nehru's Journey: 12 Historic Places

Rediff.com14 Nov 2025

As we celebrate the 136th anniversary of Jawaharlal Nehru's birth, let's embark on a journey to places in India, and across the world, that had a connection with India's first prime minister.

'Nudity Did Get Excessive In Satyam Shivam Sundaram'

'Nudity Did Get Excessive In Satyam Shivam Sundaram'

Rediff.com19 Nov 2025

'Now when I'm a mother and have two sons, I do look back and say, "Oh my God! What was I thinking?"'

Deepfake Laws Are Coming: But Are They Enough?

Deepfake Laws Are Coming: But Are They Enough?

Rediff.com5 Nov 2025

Taming the animal called AI in its many avatars will clearly remain a work in progress.

Kerala RSS leader ends life after being denied BJP ticket in local polls

Kerala RSS leader ends life after being denied BJP ticket in local polls

Rediff.com15 Nov 2025

An RSS activist in Thiruvananthapuram allegedly committed suicide, claiming he was denied a BJP ticket for local elections. The incident has sparked controversy, with conflicting accounts from BJP leaders and allegations of corruption.

What Magic S D Burman Created With Bimal Roy!

What Magic S D Burman Created With Bimal Roy!

Rediff.com3 Nov 2025

Can anyone forget S D Burman's classic songs in Devdas, Sujata and Bandini?

A Star Who Never Faded Away

A Star Who Never Faded Away

Rediff.com25 Nov 2025

Dharmendra's oeuvre was so phenomenal that there was never a phase in his professional life when he was in danger of falling into a rut, in terms of either the kind of films he starred in or the sort of co-actors he worked with.

'Voter Yatra' fails to deliver electoral gains for Mahagathbandhan

'Voter Yatra' fails to deliver electoral gains for Mahagathbandhan

Rediff.com14 Nov 2025

The Voter Adhikar Yatra, led by Rahul Gandhi and Tejashwi Yadav before the Bihar Assembly polls, failed to deliver electoral gains for the Mahagathbandhan, with the NDA winning across its route.

10 Brilliant Dharmendra Movies

10 Brilliant Dharmendra Movies

Rediff.com24 Nov 2025

Dharmendra remained one of the most loved stars of all time, even when his movies tapered off, and age caught up with him.

The Must Read Kamini Kaushal Interview

The Must Read Kamini Kaushal Interview

Rediff.com14 Nov 2025

'I made a big fuss about playing Manoj Kumar's mother, but he had made up his mind. He said he would wait until I made up my mind. I was about 40 then. He was so large and I was so tiny!'

Al-Falah University under lens after Delhi blast, 2,900-kg explosive haul

Al-Falah University under lens after Delhi blast, 2,900-kg explosive haul

Rediff.com12 Nov 2025

Al-Falah University in Haryana is under investigation following the arrest of three doctors connected to the institution in connection with a terror module and a high-intensity explosion near Delhi's Red Fort. Investigators are examining how the university may have become a haven for individuals allegedly acting at the behest of Pakistan-backed handlers.

Making Robots To Help Humanity

Making Robots To Help Humanity

Rediff.com24 Nov 2025

'Our vision is to innovate as many products as we can and solve as many problems as possible.'

'It's For The Love Of The Country'

'It's For The Love Of The Country'

Rediff.com26 Nov 2025

'The amount of respect we have for people who guard our borders and put the country first.' 'Why do they do this?' 'The chances of not coming back are so high. Still, they take that risk.' 'It's for the love of the country.'

Anand back in action at World Rapid Team C'ships

Anand back in action at World Rapid Team C'ships

Rediff.com9 Jun 2025

The likes of Arjun Erigaisi on the top board will be assisted by P Harikrishna on the second board.

SMAT: Abhishek flattens Bengal; Sanju shines for Kerala

SMAT: Abhishek flattens Bengal; Sanju shines for Kerala

Rediff.com30 Nov 2025

A round-up of Sunday's action in the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy group stage matches.

Nitish set to take oath as Bihar CM for 10th time, Modi to attend

Nitish set to take oath as Bihar CM for 10th time, Modi to attend

Rediff.com19 Nov 2025

Janata Dal-United supremo Nitish Kumar is set to be sworn-in as Bihar chief minister for a record 10th time on Thursday, days after the National Democratic Alliance secured a landslide victory in the assembly elections.

EC not disclosing gender breakup of voters, says Tejashwi

EC not disclosing gender breakup of voters, says Tejashwi

Rediff.com10 Nov 2025

RJD leader Tejashwi Yadav criticizes the Election Commission of India (ECI) for not disclosing gender-wise data of electors in the Bihar assembly polls, alleging bias and conspiracy with the BJP.

What Made Geeta Dutt's Life So Tragic

What Made Geeta Dutt's Life So Tragic

Rediff.com24 Nov 2025

The song that best encapsulates Geeta Dutt's unfairly abbreviated life would probably be: Yaad Karoge, Yaad Karoge, Ek Din Humko Yaad Karoge. On her 95th birth anniversary on November 23, Dinesh Raheja pieces together the life of this talented singer.

JD-U, BJP discuss seat sacrifice to calm restive allies

JD-U, BJP discuss seat sacrifice to calm restive allies

Rediff.com13 Oct 2025

Having struck a seat-sharing deal, leaders of the Janata Dal-United and the Bharatiya Janata Party sat across the table in Patna on Monday to thrash out, among other things, constituencies they planned to swap or give up in favour of smaller allies in Bihar.

Under lens over Delhi blast, Al-Falah University breaks silence

Under lens over Delhi blast, Al-Falah University breaks silence

Rediff.com12 Nov 2025

The university has come under the scanner following the arrest of doctors in connection with the "white-collar terror module" and the high-intensity explosion near Delhi's Red Fort.

Ranji Trophy: Dominant Mumbai, J&K complete easy wins

Ranji Trophy: Dominant Mumbai, J&K complete easy wins

Rediff.com19 Nov 2025

Abid Mushtaq took seven wickets as Jammu and Kashmir trounced Hyderabad by 281 runs in Elite Group D Ranji Trophy match, in Jammu, on Wednesday.

Is Sonam Kapoor Pregnant?

Is Sonam Kapoor Pregnant?

Rediff.com1 Oct 2025

Speculation is rife that Sonam Kapoor is pregnant with her second child.

Kashmiri Recipes: Gustaba, Chaman Kaliya

Kashmiri Recipes: Gustaba, Chaman Kaliya

Rediff.com20 Nov 2025

Kashmiri cuisine is predominantly non-vegetarian, but also has some flavourful and unique vegetarian dishes.

India's Housing Finance Sector Hits Home Run

India's Housing Finance Sector Hits Home Run

Rediff.com29 Oct 2025

India's housing finance sector is riding a wave of post-pandemic revival, driven by policy support, digital innovation, and growing demand from younger homebuyers in emerging cities.

The Man Who Directed 5 Superstars

The Man Who Directed 5 Superstars

Rediff.com15 Oct 2025

Dinesh Raheja charts the highs and lows of Hrishikesh Mukherjee's creative association with five megastars -- Amitabh Bachchan, Rajesh Khanna, Raj Kapoor, Dilip Kumar and Dharmendra.

Bike taxi rider molests, robs woman in Delhi

Bike taxi rider molests, robs woman in Delhi

Rediff.com28 Oct 2025

A 28-year-old bike taxi rider has been arrested for allegedly molesting a woman passenger and robbing her after diverting the route towards a secluded stretch in east Delhi, police said on Tuesday.

Cop reveals why he fired at Mumbai hostage-taker

Cop reveals why he fired at Mumbai hostage-taker

Rediff.com31 Oct 2025

A Mumbai police officer shot and killed a hostage taker who was holding 17 children and two women in a studio. The officer fired in self-defense after the hostage taker pointed a gun at him.

King: A New SRK Experience

King: A New SRK Experience

Rediff.com3 Nov 2025

From the swag displayed in the King teaser, there is no dimming of the klieg light of his superstardom... yet, notes Deepa Gahlot.

10 Reasons Why This Is 2025's Most Unfairly Treated Film

10 Reasons Why This Is 2025's Most Unfairly Treated Film

Rediff.com20 Nov 2025

As someone who could not predict a single beat in advance, who was exhilarated by its audacity to throw random elements together and take chances all over the place, Sreehari Nair thinks Odum Kuthira Chaadum Kuthira is one of the best films of the year.

When Modi Treated Vishy To A Gujarati Thali

When Modi Treated Vishy To A Gujarati Thali

Rediff.com17 Sep 2025

'On one hand, he is efficient, disciplined, and deeply professional, with his entire team working like clockwork.' 'On the other hand, he is approachable, warm, and often light-hearted -- someone who can crack a joke and make you feel at ease.'

Thode Door Thode Paas Review: Pleasant Watch

Thode Door Thode Paas Review: Pleasant Watch

Rediff.com7 Nov 2025

Pankaj Kapur, who visibly enjoys playing the ringmaster to this family circus, is the glue that holds Thode Door Thode Paas together, observes Deepa Gahlot.

Phase 2 of Bihar polls tomorrow, Nitish ministers in fray

Phase 2 of Bihar polls tomorrow, Nitish ministers in fray

Rediff.com10 Nov 2025

Electoral fortunes of 1,302 candidates, including over half a dozen ministers in the Nitish Kumar government, will be sealed on Tuesday with 3.70 crore voters eligible to exercise their franchise across 122 assembly segments in the second and final phase of the Bihar polls.

Are Passive Funds On A Comeback Trail?

Are Passive Funds On A Comeback Trail?

Rediff.com11 Nov 2025

Passive funds appeal to investors seeking to avoid the risk of underperformance by the fund manager and minimise the need for frequent chopping and changing of funds.