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Shyam Benegal wins Phalke award

Shyam Benegal wins Phalke award

Rediff.com8 Aug 2007

The 72-year-old director wins the award over Sulochana and Suchitra Sen.

First salary: 'From Rs 425 to Rs 4.5 lakh a month'

First salary: 'From Rs 425 to Rs 4.5 lakh a month'

Rediff.com27 Jul 2019

Rediff readers tell us what they did with their first salary.

SC to hear plea against Jet chief on Oct 26

SC to hear plea against Jet chief on Oct 26

Rediff.com23 Oct 2007

The Supreme Court will hear on October 26 a petition alleging that Jet Airways chairman Naresh Goyal has links with the underworld. An appeal filed by M Furquan, a Delhi-based journalist, has alleged that funds for Jet Airways was given by underworld don Dawood Ibrahim. He has also sought a CBI inquiry into the matter.

2 Indian students stabbed to death, 1 injured in Ukraine

2 Indian students stabbed to death, 1 injured in Ukraine

Rediff.com11 Apr 2016

The Ukranian nationals behind the stabbing were held.

Two new funds to make the NPS more attractive

Two new funds to make the NPS more attractive

Rediff.com3 May 2016

The aggressive life cycle fund will allow equity exposure of up to 75%, up from the current limit of 50%.

Indians dominate on another good day at CWG

Indians dominate on another good day at CWG

Rediff.com11 Apr 2018

India dominated the range and the ring as Shreyasi Singh's double trap gold shored up the medal tally while the entire men's Indian boxing contingent made the semi-finals to be assured of podium finishes in an unprecedented performance on Day 7 of the 21st Commonwealth Games, in Gold Coast on Wednesday.

Now, bring fiction to life on Twitter

Now, bring fiction to life on Twitter

Rediff.com10 Mar 2014

From March 12 a five-day virtual writing celebration called the Twitter Fiction Festival will be held entirely on the social networking site in which anyone can join and tell stories.

Flipkart to roll out EVs for last-mile deliveries

Flipkart to roll out EVs for last-mile deliveries

Rediff.com28 Jun 2019

The aim is to replace nearly 40 per cent of its existing last mile fleet of delivery vans with EVs by March 2020. o start with, the company is looking at deploying nearly 160 e-vans by the end of 2019.

'I'd like to build a time machine'

'I'd like to build a time machine'

Rediff.com30 Apr 2007

Gadgets are great for unwinding.

PICS: India-Pak fans add revelry to famed rivalry

PICS: India-Pak fans add revelry to famed rivalry

Rediff.com16 Jun 2019

The Old Trafford cricket ground had a festive feel with fans from both sides wearing replica jerseys, colourful headgear and sounding hooters as they began trooping in.

Shyam Benegal nominated for RS

Shyam Benegal nominated for RS

Rediff.com17 Feb 2006

Shyam Benegal, Shobhana Bhartia and Kapila Vatsayan come in place of Fali S Nariman, Lata Mangeshkar and Cho Ramaswamy.

Delhi again! Man knocks down 50-yr-old, dumps him midway to hospital

Delhi again! Man knocks down 50-yr-old, dumps him midway to hospital

Rediff.com12 Aug 2016

Kumar told the duo that he was taking Amritlal, who was 'motionless' at that time, to RML hospital, but later 'dumped' him near MS Flats on Peshwa Road and fled.

Box Office: Golmaal Again races ahead of Secret Superstar

Box Office: Golmaal Again races ahead of Secret Superstar

Rediff.com23 Oct 2017

The verdict for the week.

These kids dream about fighting terror

These kids dream about fighting terror

Rediff.com2 Jul 2006

These children hail from most militancy-infested areas of Gul, Mahore, Dharmani and Buddhal tehsils in Udhampur and Rajouri districts of the state.

Indian swimmers sink without trace

Indian swimmers sink without trace

Rediff.com5 Dec 2006

They figured in three heats at the Doha Asian Games and failed to qualify in any.

Layoffs coming? How to prepare financially

Layoffs coming? How to prepare financially

Rediff.com4 Nov 2019

Assume the worst regarding how long your unemployment could last and make conserving cash your topmost priority, suggests Sanjay Kumar Singh.

Retirees must ensure corpus lasts 25 years

Retirees must ensure corpus lasts 25 years

Rediff.com22 Jul 2016

Retirees must also try and purchase a senior citizens' policy, despite steep premiums.

'I had an overdose and almost killed myself'

'I had an overdose and almost killed myself'

Rediff.com30 Mar 2021

'God gave me a second chance to live and I had to make the most of it.'

Lucknow: Acid attack on girl

Lucknow: Acid attack on girl

Rediff.com15 Jun 2005

A 24-year-old girl suffered serious burn injuries when two motorcycle-borne unidentified youth threw acid at her in the posh Hazratganj locality in Lucknow, the police said on Wednesday.

10 BEST Hindi Songs of 2019

10 BEST Hindi Songs of 2019

Rediff.com16 Dec 2019

Sukanya Verma lists 10 of her favourite songs of the year, in no particular order.

Indian mistaken for Muslim, punched in US bar

Indian mistaken for Muslim, punched in US bar

Rediff.com24 Nov 2016

Ankur Mehta was allegedly attacked at the Red Robin Restaurant in Pennsylvania while he was working on his tablet with earbuds in his ears when the attacker grabbed and punched him with his elbow and fist.

Swimmers continue to sink

Swimmers continue to sink

Rediff.com6 Dec 2006

None of the Indian swimmers managed to qualify for the finals of their respective events at the Asian Games.

Why Google chose this firm for its first Indian start-up investment

Why Google chose this firm for its first Indian start-up investment

Rediff.com13 Dec 2018

After the Google investment, the company's monthly transactions have spiralled up from 65,000 to nearly one million in just a year. According to reports, the start-up is in fresh talks to raise about $6 million from investors, including Google, says Samreen Ahmad.

How Nearbuy aims to win the data intelligence battle

How Nearbuy aims to win the data intelligence battle

Rediff.com20 Mar 2017

"If I am using data to build intelligence and personalisation for you, then it's meaningful," says Ankur Warikoo, co-founder and CEO, Nearbuy.

Study finds GM ingredients in packaged foods in India

Study finds GM ingredients in packaged foods in India

Rediff.com27 Jul 2018

The study also found that most GM foods did not disclose the fact on the label. "A few also made false claims of being GM-free," the study by CSE said.

Box Office: Jia Aur Jia, Rukh fail

Box Office: Jia Aur Jia, Rukh fail

Rediff.com30 Oct 2017

The hits and misses of the week.

Box Office: Ranchi Diaries is a dud

Box Office: Ranchi Diaries is a dud

Rediff.com16 Oct 2017

The hits and misses of the week.

Udaan set to fly after hitting Covid air pocket

Udaan set to fly after hitting Covid air pocket

Rediff.com17 Jun 2020

The lockdown that crippled the entire logistics, delivery and supply chain network to near zero, was enough to deal a body blow to India's fastest growing unicorn whose very business model saw a severe disruption, like several other firms and sectors.

Box Office: Saif Ali Khan's Chef fails

Box Office: Saif Ali Khan's Chef fails

Rediff.com9 Oct 2017

Vinod Mirani gives us his weekly verdict.

Do not lower your EPF contribution

Do not lower your EPF contribution

Rediff.com27 Dec 2019

If someone does reduce his contribution, he should scale it back to the 12% level as soon as he can, suggests Sanjay Kumar Singh.

Acid attack worse than rape, says court as it hands death to Preeti Rathi case convict

Acid attack worse than rape, says court as it hands death to Preeti Rathi case convict

Rediff.com8 Sep 2016

Special Judge A S Shende pronounced the death penalty for the convict, after the prosecution said that he did not commit the crime on the spur of the moment but it was a pre-planned attack.

Costlier green crackers may just dampen Delhi's Diwali spirits

Costlier green crackers may just dampen Delhi's Diwali spirits

Rediff.com26 Oct 2019

Delhi, which has gained infamy as one of the world's most polluted cities, has for some years now witnessed a sustained campaign from various quarters seeking a ban on firecrackers. While the Centre launched the newly approved, eco-friendly firecrackers earlier this month as a "safer and cheaper" alternative, the mood in the market is tepid, says Ritwik Sharma.

Why do sections of the media demonise Muslims?

Why do sections of the media demonise Muslims?

Rediff.com24 Mar 2020

Today, hour-long, high-pitched 'debates' at prime time, replete with inflammatory visuals and captions, using half-truths, insinuations and lies, pour venom against Muslims and seek to divide Hindus and Muslims, notes Jyoti Punwani.

Hyderabad sitting pretty

Hyderabad sitting pretty

Rediff.com23 Dec 2004

After gaining a 128-run first innings lead by bowling Punjab out for 105, Hyderabad were 147 for six in second innings.

Punjab dismiss TN for 244

Punjab dismiss TN for 244

Rediff.com14 Dec 2004

In reply, Punjab were reduced to 164 for five with Ankur Kakkar and Amit Uniyal at the crease.

How Waluscha spent the lockdown with Salman

How Waluscha spent the lockdown with Salman

Rediff.com16 Sep 2020

'What happens at a time like this is that you always look up to someone for inspiration and strength.'

Hail the actors in Pataal Lok!

Hail the actors in Pataal Lok!

Rediff.com18 May 2020

Paatal Lok is definitely a must watch show. The credit for its success goes to the writers who enthralled us with their unique characters, but also to the wonderful band of actors who grabbed the opportunity to showcase their frightening raw talent, notes Aseem Chhabra.

Kakkar hits century as Punjab take two points

Kakkar hits century as Punjab take two points

Rediff.com12 Dec 2003

The Elite Group 'A' Ranji Trophy match against Railways ended in a big-scoring draw.

Punjab fight back to wrest initiative

Punjab fight back to wrest initiative

Rediff.com11 Dec 2003

Half centuries by Ankur Kakkar and Gagandeep Singh enabled Punjab take the first innings lead against Railways in the Ranji Trophy match.

Music Review: The X Factor in Emraan Hashmi's next

Music Review: The X Factor in Emraan Hashmi's next

Rediff.com5 Apr 2015

The music of Mr X is not blockbuster material, and only few songs bear repeated listening, writes Joginder Tuteja.