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Rahul's 'fight against Shakti' remark sparks row, Modi hits back

Rahul's 'fight against Shakti' remark sparks row, Modi hits back

Rediff.com19 Mar 2024

In a post in Hindi on X, Gandhi accused the prime minister of twisting his words and said he was speaking about the power of which Modi was wearing the mask.

Ram ki baat ho gayi, ab...: Uddhav targets Modi

Ram ki baat ho gayi, ab...: Uddhav targets Modi

Rediff.com24 Jan 2024

They say we became 'Congresswasi'. We didn't become 'Bhajapawasi' even after spending 30 years with the BJP. Then how can we become 'Congresswasi'?

Video: Rohit Bal's ash-inspired beauties

Video: Rohit Bal's ash-inspired beauties

Rediff.com1 Feb 2011

The designer's collection named Khakastari, which translates from Persian as 'colours of ash' included western as well as traditional-wear, including long gowns, dresses, tunics, saris and lehengas. Check out the video!

How FarmDidi Is Changing Lives

How FarmDidi Is Changing Lives

Rediff.com20 Sep 2024

Each bottle of pickle that leaves FarmDidi, headed to a consumer, has a little kahani behind it -- it's linked to the tale of a life, the life of a simple, striving village woman who created it, and that's what gives Manjari Sharma satisfaction and happiness.

Uddhav Sena MLA under ED lens joins Shinde group

Uddhav Sena MLA under ED lens joins Shinde group

Rediff.com10 Mar 2024

Waikar is a former standing committee chairman of the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation, a four time corporator and has been MLA from Jogeshwari for four terms.

Raj Thackeray shares stage with Modi, justifies his support to NDA

Raj Thackeray shares stage with Modi, justifies his support to NDA

Rediff.com17 May 2024

Raj Thackeray listed out his expectations from the PM in his third term in office.

'First Congress Candidate To Get Vote From A Thackeray'

'First Congress Candidate To Get Vote From A Thackeray'

Rediff.com9 May 2024

While the responses of the candidates were predictable, depending on which side they belonged to, an interesting point slipped through when Rahul Shewale cited the Dharavi Redevelopment Project as a scheme that would add to Mumbai's importance. No big infrastructural project in Mumbai, he said, could be successful without the Centre's nod.

VIDEO: Bal Thackeray's final journey

VIDEO: Bal Thackeray's final journey

Rediff.com18 Nov 2012

The final journey of Shiv Sena supremo Bal Thackeray, from his residence Matoshree in Bandra to the cremation ground at Shivaji Park in central Mumbai, was an event the city will not forget anytime soon.

Bal Thackeray on oxygen, not eating anything

Bal Thackeray on oxygen, not eating anything

Rediff.com13 Nov 2012

Shiv Sena chief Bal Thackeray, who is ailing for sometime, is on continuous oxygen and not eating anything.

Uddhav may 'hug' Hamas one day: Shinde at Dussehra rally

Uddhav may 'hug' Hamas one day: Shinde at Dussehra rally

Rediff.com25 Oct 2023

Maharashtra Chief Minister Eknath Shinde on Tuesday launched a blistering attack on Shiv Sena-Uddhav Balasaheb Thackeray leader Uddhav Thackeray saying he buried the Hindutva ideology of Bal Thackeray for power and joined hands with Congress and socialist parties.

  Bal Thackeray's final journey begins

Bal Thackeray's final journey begins

Rediff.com18 Nov 2012

The final journey of Shiv Sena patriarch Bal Thackeray began with his body being taken out for funeral procession from his residence in suburban Bandra on Sunday morning amid presence of thousands of grief-stricken Shiv Sainiks, who have come from across Maharashtra.

Smita 'not unhappy with Bal Thackeray'

Smita 'not unhappy with Bal Thackeray'

Rediff.com28 Nov 2009

Bal Thackeray's daughter-in-law Smita Thackarey is reportedly upset with the Shiv sena and has indicated her willingness to join the Congress. "She is not involved in the power struggle. She wants to move forward in politics. She has not left the Shiv sena, but her options are open," her son Rahul said.He was replying to questions on media reports that Smita, estranged wife of Bal Thackeray's son Jaydev, was all set to join the Congress.

28 states: How to make Uttarakhand's Bal Mithai

28 states: How to make Uttarakhand's Bal Mithai

Rediff.com28 Feb 2014

Check out delicious recipes from India's 28 states!

Raj meets ailing Bal Thackeray

Raj meets ailing Bal Thackeray

Rediff.com1 Nov 2012

Maharashtra Navnirman Sena president Raj Thackeray on Thursday met his uncle and Shiv Sena chief Bal Thackeray, who is not keeping good health.

Bal Thackeray defends Amitabh

Bal Thackeray defends Amitabh

Rediff.com6 Feb 2008

With the Centre pressing the Maharashtra government to take immediate steps against those indulging in violence, the Mumbai police appealed to Raj to restrain the cadre of his party -- Maharashtra Navnirman Sena -- from further fuelling the campaign against north Indians.

Bal Thackeray turns 82

Bal Thackeray turns 82

Rediff.com23 Jan 2008

Thackeray celebrated his 82nd birthday with family members and party workers at his residence in suburban Bandra in Mumbai.

PIX: Bal and Rampal, dynamic catwalk duo!

PIX: Bal and Rampal, dynamic catwalk duo!

Rediff.com17 Aug 2011

Lakme Fashion Week's Winter Festive edition got off to a fancy start last night with an offsite showing by Rohit Bal.

Ram Rajya, What Does It Mean?

Ram Rajya, What Does It Mean?

Rediff.com28 Jan 2024

The BJP has been talking about Ram Rajya for years now. I have asked many a right winger what that means, but they cannot say beyond good government, notes A Ganesh Nadar.

Mumbai bids farewell to Bal Thackeray

Mumbai bids farewell to Bal Thackeray

Rediff.com18 Nov 2012

Supporters of late Shiv Sena Supremo Bal Thackeray turned up in large numbers early Sunday morning to pay their last tributes to the leader.

Uddhav warns of Godhra-like incident after Ram temple opening

Uddhav warns of Godhra-like incident after Ram temple opening

Rediff.com10 Sep 2023

Shiv Sena-Uddhav Balasaheb Thackeray chief Uddhav Thackeray on Sunday claimed a "Godhra-like" incident may take place during the "return journey" of the large number of people expected to converge at Ayodhya in Uttar Pradesh from across the nation for the inauguration of the Ram temple.

Bhojpuri actor slams Raj, Bal Thackeray

Bhojpuri actor slams Raj, Bal Thackeray

Rediff.com24 Mar 2008

Noted Bhojpuri singer and Bollywood actor Manoj Tiwari on Monday said that he would prefer to sacrifice his life to safeguard the interests of Biharis and North Indians living in Mumbai than yielding to pressure of Maharashtra Navnirman Sena chief Raj Thackeray and Shiv Sena chief Bal Thackeray.

Investors' desire for buybacks, dividends highest in 9 yrs: BofA

Investors' desire for buybacks, dividends highest in 9 yrs: BofA

Rediff.com28 Mar 2024

Investors' desire for companies to prioritise returning cash to shareholders through share buybacks, dividends or mergers and acquisitions (M&A) is at the highest level since July 2015, said a survey by BofA Securities (BofA). Nearly 30 per cent of respondents wanted companies to do so. As many as 226 respondents with $572 billion worth of assets under management (AUM) participated in the March fund manager survey (FMS), said BofA.

PIX: Halep loses in comeback match!

PIX: Halep loses in comeback match!

Rediff.com20 Mar 2024

Paula Badosa spoiled Simona Halep's return from a doping ban.

Coach Nandan Bal mum on players' revolt

Coach Nandan Bal mum on players' revolt

Rediff.com25 Feb 2008

Meanwhile, Akhtar Ali, a member of AITA's selection committee, said the matter would be sorted out after discussions with the players.

RARE PHOTOS: The life and lines of Bal Thackeray

RARE PHOTOS: The life and lines of Bal Thackeray

Rediff.com18 Nov 2012

Photographer Gopal Shetty sent us these exclusive vintage photographs of Shiv Sena chief Bal Thackeray, which we reproduce along with quotes from the leader who passed into the ages on Saturday.

Photos: Mumbai stands up for Bal Thackeray, literally

Photos: Mumbai stands up for Bal Thackeray, literally

Rediff.com18 Nov 2012

Savera Someshwar captures the mood in Mumbai as lakhs and lakhs of supporters of Shiv Sena chief Bal Thackeray poured on to the streets to bid adieu to their leader.

Lok Sabha Results: Modi's Myth Shattered

Lok Sabha Results: Modi's Myth Shattered

Rediff.com4 Jun 2024

The Vishwaguru who addressed the maximum rallies and boasted of being blessed with divine energy, who promised guarantees in his own name, turned out finally not invincible, points out Jyoti Punwani.

Images: Rohit Bal rises from watery grave

Images: Rohit Bal rises from watery grave

Rediff.com28 Jul 2010

Delhi-based designer Rohit Bal returned to the ramp with his first big fashion show at the Couture Week after he suffered a heart attack in February.

Ban on construction, diesel cars lifted in Delhi as air quality improves

Ban on construction, diesel cars lifted in Delhi as air quality improves

Rediff.com18 Jan 2024

Preventive measures are in place and the forecast suggests further improvement, said the statutory body responsible for forming air pollution reduction strategies for the region and their implementation.

Bangladeshi woman returns home after discovering UP lover's marriage

Bangladeshi woman returns home after discovering UP lover's marriage

Rediff.com1 Oct 2023

Kareem, a chef in Bahrain, came in contact with the woman over the Internet.

In PHOTOS: Uddhav collects Bal Thackeray's ashes

In PHOTOS: Uddhav collects Bal Thackeray's ashes

Rediff.com19 Nov 2012

Shiv Sena executive president Uddhav Thackeray on Monday collected the ashes of his father and Sena supremo Bal Thackeray in two urns at Shivaji Park in Mumbai.

Lalu slams Bal Thackeray for criticising Tendulkar

Lalu slams Bal Thackeray for criticising Tendulkar

Rediff.com16 Nov 2009

Rashtriya Janata Dal chief Lalu Prasad slammed Siv Sena supremo Bal Thackeray for criticising Sachin Tendulkar for his 'Mumbai for all' remark, saying the Shiv Sena supremo had no moral authority to comment on a national hero.

RSS chief meets Bal Thackeray

RSS chief meets Bal Thackeray

Rediff.com10 Sep 2009

Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh chief Mohan Bhagwat met Shiv Sena supremo Bal Thackeray at the latter's residence in suburban Bandra on Thursday.

3.4 lakh central security personnel with state forces to be deployed for LS poll

3.4 lakh central security personnel with state forces to be deployed for LS poll

Rediff.com16 Mar 2024

A maximum of 92,000 personnel of CAPFs are likely to be deployed in politically volatile West Bengal, where elections will be held in seven phases, followed by 63,500 personnel in militancy-hit Jammu and Kashmir, where polling will be held in five phases.

Republic Day 2024: Main attractions of platinum celebrations

Republic Day 2024: Main attractions of platinum celebrations

Rediff.com26 Jan 2024

The 75th Republic Day celebrations at Kartavya Path on Friday showcased India's rich cultural diversity, military prowess, and 'Nari Shakti'.

No party is privately owned: Shinde on Maha verdict

No party is privately owned: Shinde on Maha verdict

Rediff.com11 Jan 2024

He said the order sends a message that no party is a "private limited property", and it against autocracy and dynasty politics.

ED raids shouldn't cause change in people's behaviour: RSS chief

ED raids shouldn't cause change in people's behaviour: RSS chief

Rediff.com27 Mar 2024

He was speaking at the 101st anniversary event of Lokmanya Seva Sangh, a Mumbai-based organisation set up to build a 'socially vigilant, disciplined, cultured and progressive society'.

PHOTOS: Politicians, actors at Bal Thackeray's funeral

PHOTOS: Politicians, actors at Bal Thackeray's funeral

Rediff.com19 Nov 2012

A stream of eminent personalities from politics, films and corporate world reached the historic Shivaji Park ground in Mumbai to attend the last rites of Shiv Sena supremo Bal Thackeray.

Cricketing fraternity condoles Bal Thackeray's death

Cricketing fraternity condoles Bal Thackeray's death

Rediff.com17 Nov 2012

The cricketing fraternity on Saturday condoled the sad demise of Bal Thackeray with fellow Maharashtrian Sachin Tendulkar leading the pack, saying the Shiv Sena patriarch will "always be remembered and missed".

Must-see! Chunky Panday's gorgeous daughter at Le Bal

Must-see! Chunky Panday's gorgeous daughter at Le Bal

Rediff.com17 Jan 2018

She was one of the four Indians who made their debut at Le Bal 2017.