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Review: Tarzan is so bad that it's actually good

Review: Tarzan is so bad that it's actually good

Rediff.com25 Apr 2014

Tarzan is one of those rare scripts that Hollywood should have faxed to Bollywood and let them do it their way because only Karan Johar could have saved this film with a decent love triangle and loads of family melodrama, writes Paloma Sharma.

Things will get worse before they become better

Things will get worse before they become better

Rediff.com13 Oct 2017

We should brace ourselves for more bad news in the coming quarters -- on economic output and growth, strains on the fiscal deficit, export slowdown, small and micro enterprises in distress, and further accumulation of NPAs in the banking sector, says Rahul Khullar.

Forensics confirm pesticide in Chhapra mid-day meal

Forensics confirm pesticide in Chhapra mid-day meal

Rediff.com20 Jul 2013

The Forensic Science Laboratory report found Monocrotophos, an organophosphorous compound in the samples of oil from the container, food remains on the platter and mixture of rice with vegetables on Aluminium tasla (utensil), Additional Director General of Police (HQ) Ravinder Kumar told reporters making the report public.

Xi as ruler for life: Is China's golden age coming to an end?

Xi as ruler for life: Is China's golden age coming to an end?

Rediff.com11 Mar 2018

'Xi's assumption of absolute power is neither complete, nor irreversible.' 'Nor is it safe, for Xi, for his party, or for his country more generally.' 'And the government knows this,' says Mihir S Sharma.

This man's mission is a university

This man's mission is a university

Rediff.com14 Jun 2019

India needs a 1,000 more Ashoka universities, Naukri.com Founder Sanjeev Bikhchandani tells Anjuli Bhargava.

'Every case of encephalitis should be tested for Nipah'

'Every case of encephalitis should be tested for Nipah'

Rediff.com7 Jun 2019

'It is a droplet infection and the virus is not airborne.; 'As it cannot stay in the air, the infection will pass from one person to another.' 'It also means, it is easy to prevent.'

2019: The year in photos

2019: The year in photos

Rediff.com2 Jan 2020

We sorted through countless photographs taken around the world to come up with the top photos of 2019. Together these images tell the story of the year -- capturing moments of hope and heartbreak, triumph and tragedy.

Has Jallikattu ban revived TN's regional pride?

Has Jallikattu ban revived TN's regional pride?

Rediff.com18 Jan 2017

The jallikattu issue has revived pan-Tamil political sentiments especially among youths, says N Sathiya Moorthy.

The village that survives on hope

The village that survives on hope

Rediff.com31 Oct 2015

Naomi Mihara and Ritu Panchal report from Nepal to provide a more humane picture about the conditions on the ground and how the local populace is trying to cope with it.

Dalit leader Mevani meets Rahul Gandhi, discusses demands

Dalit leader Mevani meets Rahul Gandhi, discusses demands

Rediff.com3 Nov 2017

Mevani, after his meeting with the Gandhi scion, said he would ask his community members to defeat the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party in the Gujarat polls.

Inside Thailand's tiger temple

Inside Thailand's tiger temple

Rediff.com1 Mar 2016

Founded in 1994, this is the Tiger Temple, or Wat Pha Luang Ta Bua Yanasampanno, a Theravada Buddhist temple in western Thailand.

Ex-Corporate Affairs DG, son kill self; suicide note claims CBI harassment

Ex-Corporate Affairs DG, son kill self; suicide note claims CBI harassment

Rediff.com27 Sep 2016

The tragic replay of events at the house of Bansal, Former Director General Corporate Affairs, in East Delhi's Neelkanth Apartments came to light when the family's maid entered the flat through an "unlocked door" around 9 am.

10 stocks most likely to make investors RICH!

10 stocks most likely to make investors RICH!

Rediff.com11 Feb 2019

From Dabur to HUL, here are 10 stocks with significant rural exposure in the auto, agri-chemical and fast moving consumer goods sectors, which should see an uptick in sales growth.

PHOTOS: Lyles brightens dark day with 200m gold; Brazier wins 800m

PHOTOS: Lyles brightens dark day with 200m gold; Brazier wins 800m

Rediff.com2 Oct 2019

American Noah Lyles shot to 200 meters world championships gold on Tuesday, providing a bright finish to a day darkened by yet another doping scandal.

What a boat safari on the Kabini river reveals

What a boat safari on the Kabini river reveals

Rediff.com21 Sep 2016

'What one experiences is the soft scented breeze from the Kabini river and sounds of invisible insects strumming their guitars,' says Rajesh Karkera.

Flood situation grim in UP and Bihar

Flood situation grim in UP and Bihar

Rediff.com25 Aug 2016

With reports of eight fresh deaths on Thursday, the total toll in Bihar flood increased to 135, with Bhojpur district accounting for 12 deaths in the second round of floods due to the swollen Ganga.

Salman gets bail in blackbuck poaching case, released from jail

Salman gets bail in blackbuck poaching case, released from jail

Rediff.com7 Apr 2018

The judge asked the actor to appear before the court after a month on May 7 when it will hear his plea for suspension of sentence.

A woman India should be proud of

A woman India should be proud of

Rediff.com9 Mar 2020

'We say we are proud to be Indian. Can we be proud of such an India where its people are hungry and on the streets?'

Kamal Haasan and the unkind biryani cut

Kamal Haasan and the unkind biryani cut

Rediff.com23 Jan 2017

In the midst of the agitation the 62-year-ld southern superstar trained in Karate dealt a strike straight in the stomach.

Aus Open PIX: Djokovic, Serena, Federer clear first hurdle

Aus Open PIX: Djokovic, Serena, Federer clear first hurdle

Rediff.com20 Jan 2020

Images from Day 1 of the Australian Open in Melbourne on Monday.

The Million Dalits March to Ahmedabad

The Million Dalits March to Ahmedabad

Rediff.com29 Jul 2016

'If Modi sincerely thinks that Dalits are also Hindus then spread this message to the entire nation through programmes like Mann Ki Baat.' 'We would love to listen to the PM tell the nation to look upon us as fellow Indians and human beings.'

'Devalue the Rupee by 24%'

'Devalue the Rupee by 24%'

Rediff.com17 Sep 2019

'You need to devalue the currency, ignite inflation, which then begins to oil the wheels of the economy.' 'Without that this severe recession is not going to reverse.'

A Star chef in 3 nations

A Star chef in 3 nations

Rediff.com8 Feb 2019

'More and more young chefs, instead of inventing new things, are exploring more deeply inside India,' Indian Accent's Manish Mehrotra tells Rahul Jacob.

A French Tiger in India

A French Tiger in India

Rediff.com15 Nov 2018

'Whether I die in Calcutta or in Paris, on a Wednesday or a Saturday, it does not matter, but you would not want me to come to India's door and then return to France without having visited India.' 'Either I will die or I will visit India!' Claude Arpi hails Georges Clemenceau, French prime minister during the Great War, a great man who loved India.

Poll reforms should begin with the Election Commission

Poll reforms should begin with the Election Commission

Rediff.com31 Jan 2018

For successive governments the Election Commission remains a 'holy cow', where unhealthy precedents are allowed to be nurtured since Independence, says N Sathiya Moorthy.

Assault on Kerala actress: Accused seek anticipatory bail

Assault on Kerala actress: Accused seek anticipatory bail

Rediff.com20 Feb 2017

The anticipatory bail pleas are likely to come up for hearing on Tuesday.

'No policy to encourage household saving in Budget'

'No policy to encourage household saving in Budget'

Rediff.com18 Jul 2019

'The household sector, which is still the largest contributor of financial savings, has been experiencing a decline in the last six years, and it has fallen below 8% of GDP.'

Why is the government reacting in fits and starts to Paris agreement

Why is the government reacting in fits and starts to Paris agreement

Rediff.com16 Mar 2016

The Niti Aayog has finalised the first draft of a new national energy policy.

Exciting times for the Indian economy, markets

Exciting times for the Indian economy, markets

Rediff.com13 Oct 2014

Investors must be cautious and follow a prudent diversification strategy to mitigate against any risks in case of any unforeseen events.

Of saving tax and giving back to society

Of saving tax and giving back to society

Rediff.com7 Apr 2017

Do you know you can invest in funds to donate money for a good cause?

Sharapova and Ivanovic reach semis in Brisbane

Sharapova and Ivanovic reach semis in Brisbane

Rediff.com8 Jan 2015

Ana Ivanovic recovered from an awful start to beat Kaia Kanepi at the Brisbane International on Thursday and remain on track for a glamour meeting with Maria Sharapova.

Pak targeting civilians as it failed to fight BSF: Border residents

Pak targeting civilians as it failed to fight BSF: Border residents

Rediff.com28 Oct 2016

Cores of houses and other structures along the IB in Jammu district are riddled with ammunition from across the border.

An army is only as good as its officers!

An army is only as good as its officers!

Rediff.com18 Oct 2016

'Our political leadership needs to grasp that there is a difference between a soldier, policeman, trained private security guard and a chowkidar, though all of them provide security.' 'The cross border raids by the army could not be taken by the Central Reserve Police Force, for sure!'

WTF News! It's Weird, True and Funny

WTF News! It's Weird, True and Funny

Rediff.com4 Sep 2015

Here's your weekly digest of the craziest and funniest stories from around the world.

The Dreamer!

The Dreamer!

Rediff.com9 Oct 2015

The inspiring story of B Udhaya Krishna and his friends is the story of today's aspirational India, the India that encourages entrepreneurial spirit. Hurdles like poverty, discouragement and insults are just temporary hindrances in front of them to work hard to achieve their dreams.

Can AAP raise itself again?

Can AAP raise itself again?

Rediff.com24 Mar 2018

'You can never say never in politics.' 'We may still see the return of AAP, but hopefully not of the same abusive politics again,' says Shekhar Gupta.

PIX: Atletico overpower Ronaldo's Juventus; City rally to victory

PIX: Atletico overpower Ronaldo's Juventus; City rally to victory

Rediff.com21 Feb 2019

Ten-man Manchester City staged a dramatic comeback with late goals from Leroy Sane and Raheem Sterling securing them a 3-2 win at Schalke 04 in their Champions League Round of 16 first leg.

The CBI has become a monster

The CBI has become a monster

Rediff.com4 Dec 2018

'No one institution can cleanse it: Not the courts, government or activists.' 'And least of all the Indian Police Service,' argues Shekhar Gupta.

Assam floods: 3 lakh affected and the situation is growing worse

Assam floods: 3 lakh affected and the situation is growing worse

Rediff.com21 Aug 2015

The flood situation in Assam worsened on Friday following incessant rainfall in the upper catchment areas of Bhutan and Arunachal Pradesh, affecting more than three lakh people in 13 districts and hit road communication in several places.

He may not bleed, but periods matter to this man

He may not bleed, but periods matter to this man

Rediff.com28 May 2019

Women should stop being ashamed of their periods. They should start celebrating it, feels Nishant Bangera.