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Was Saif's debut as AMAZING as Sara's?

Was Saif's debut as AMAZING as Sara's?

Rediff.com27 Mar 2019

Who said star kids have it easy?

Shuruaat Ka Twist Review: 6 short films, 2 masterpieces

Shuruaat Ka Twist Review: 6 short films, 2 masterpieces

Rediff.com31 May 2019

It is the two women directors in Shuruaat Ka Twist who end up making the best films, feels Sreehari Nair.

'The world of cinema has always fascinated me'

'The world of cinema has always fascinated me'

Rediff.com21 Nov 2014

Debutant director Caarthick Raju talks about the success of Thirudan Police.

BJP asks Raj to quit politics and become full-time cartoonist

BJP asks Raj to quit politics and become full-time cartoonist

Rediff.com13 Feb 2015

Maharashtra Navnirman Sena chief Raj Thackeray's cartoon ridiculing Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Bharatiya Janata Party President Amit Shah over their party's humiliating rout in the Delhi Assembly polls has invited sharp rebuke from the saffron party.

BJP sweeps Chandigarh polls; Amit Shah says people accepted note ban

BJP sweeps Chandigarh polls; Amit Shah says people accepted note ban

Rediff.com20 Dec 2016

In a shot in the arm for the Bharatiya Janata Party and Shiromani Akali Dal ahead of Punjab assembly polls, their alliance on Tuesday defeated Congress in the Chandigarh municipal corporation election in which demonetisation had emerged as a key issue.

Review: Ko 2 is an unremarkable political thriller

Review: Ko 2 is an unremarkable political thriller

Rediff.com16 May 2016

Ko 2 is too dreary to make an impact, feels S Saraswathi.

Bypolls: BJP, allies win 26 seats; Cong 12

Bypolls: BJP, allies win 26 seats; Cong 12

Rediff.com25 Oct 2019

With Maharashtra and Haryana assembly elections, results for 51 assembly and two Lok Sabha bypolls spread across 18 states were declared on Thursday. Here are state-wise results of the bypolls.

Worrying case of growing IS footprint in Pakistan

Worrying case of growing IS footprint in Pakistan

Rediff.com4 Mar 2017

Exclusive documents obtained by the Pakistan daily The News and from law enforcement officials tasked with the responsibility of eradicating the 'Daesh' in Balochistan and Sindh revealed that the terror group has also spread its tentacles into tribal dominant Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa province as they have been recruiting young Afghans living in refugee camps.

VOTE: Who was your hero of 2019?

VOTE: Who was your hero of 2019?

Rediff.com30 Dec 2019

The year is coming to an end and overall, it's been one hell of a year! We have had our share of ups and downs and we look forward to a better 2020. While we count down the days to the new year, let's also reflect on those who gave us strength to stand up in what we believe, the courageous who didn't bow down and the ones with gumption who inspired us to be better. We, Rediff.com, have selected 26 personalities, who we think are worthy of the title -- HERO OF THE YEAR -- and we want you, dear readers, to choose your hero!

Suspense continues over election of Mumbai mayor

Suspense continues over election of Mumbai mayor

Rediff.com28 Feb 2017

As the Bharatiya Janata Party and the Shiv Sena refused to blink, the opposition, the Congress and the Nationalist Congress Party are keen to take the benefit, reports Sanjay Jog.

Ready for CBI probe in Dadri case if HC orders: UP government

Ready for CBI probe in Dadri case if HC orders: UP government

Rediff.com5 Apr 2016

After dithering for months on the issue of recommending a Central Bureau of Investigation probe into the Dadri lynching case, the Uttar Pradesh government said if the Allahabad high court found an inquiry by the investigation agency relevant, it would honour and implement the order.

Salman to make an appearance in Ajay Devgn's Shivaay?

Salman to make an appearance in Ajay Devgn's Shivaay?

Rediff.com13 Jul 2016

The latest Bollywood updates.

Thalaiva fans get ready for D-Day

Thalaiva fans get ready for D-Day

Rediff.com19 Jul 2016

'I watch other movies, other stars, but no one evokes the same passion.'

India, ISIS, Sri Lanka and the US: What's going on?

India, ISIS, Sri Lanka and the US: What's going on?

Rediff.com6 Jun 2019

In the aftermath of the Easter Sunday terrorist attacks, allegations have been made that the Muslim militants in Sri Lanka draw sustenance from India. An overarching impression is being created that the ISIS is gaining ground in India, points out Ambassador M K Bhadrakumar.

Campaigning ends in Maharashtra, Haryana; over to voters now

Campaigning ends in Maharashtra, Haryana; over to voters now

Rediff.com19 Oct 2019

Political observers feel that the outcome of the elections weighs in favour of the BJP which had won a massive mandate in the Lok Sabha elections, held earlier this year.

Cop injured in Nalgonda encounter succumbs to injuries

Cop injured in Nalgonda encounter succumbs to injuries

Rediff.com7 Apr 2015

A police sub-inspector, who was critically injured in exchange of fire with suspected SIMI cadres in Nalgonda district last week, succumbed to his injuries on Tuesday even as combing operation to nab more members of the banned outfit continued for the fourth day.

AIMIM hopes to expand base on secularism plank in Maharashtra

AIMIM hopes to expand base on secularism plank in Maharashtra

Rediff.com5 Apr 2015

The All India Majlis-e-Ittehadul Muslimeen, which had won two seats in the state Assembly election held last year, is planning to contest the by-poll to the Bandra Assembly seat and election to the Navi Mumbai and Aurangabad municipal corporations on secular and development plank.

IMA puts out names of 382 doctors martyred in war against Covid

IMA puts out names of 382 doctors martyred in war against Covid

Rediff.com17 Sep 2020

Taking exception to Health Minister Harsh Vardhan not mentioning the death of healthcare workers due to Covid-19 in his statement in Parliament, the Indian Medical Association has published a list of 382 doctors who died due to the viral disease and demanded that they be treated as "martyrs".

What Alia Bhatt is up to

What Alia Bhatt is up to

Rediff.com26 Jun 2015

A look at the top tweets from your favourite Bollywood celebrities.

'No one expects from me to play a lead heroine'

'No one expects from me to play a lead heroine'

Rediff.com3 Sep 2019

'I've been tagged as a Punchnama girl, where I break everyone's hearts. I wanted to be a heroine in that film but what did they make me?'

Review: Oru Naal Koothu is an interesting watch

Review: Oru Naal Koothu is an interesting watch

Rediff.com10 Jun 2016

The film is engagingly narrated in flashbacks that move seamlessly from one character to another, says S Saraswathi.

Don't bet on value funds in a rising market

Don't bet on value funds in a rising market

Rediff.com15 Jun 2015

In a growth market, these funds should not form more than 10-15% of your portfolio. Invest with a horizon of at least 5 years

Kerala beckons tourists: We're open!

Kerala beckons tourists: We're open!

Rediff.com4 Oct 2018

Kerala Tourism has drawn up God's Own Country 2.0 and the department is going all out to repair the state's image and infrastructure. Apart from being a damage control exercise, it is also an opportunity to reimagine the state as a tourism brand.

Can SBI Mutual Fund be the top AMC?

Can SBI Mutual Fund be the top AMC?

Rediff.com6 Mar 2019

In 5 years, the AMC has clocked a growth rate of 40% with its AUM up nearly 4 times.

Want better returns at lower risk? Go for STPs

Want better returns at lower risk? Go for STPs

Rediff.com16 Jan 2017

Now STPs or variable SIPs can earn better returns than vanilla SIPs.

Things are never easy in Sri Lanka

Things are never easy in Sri Lanka

Rediff.com18 Mar 2018

'Sirisena will keep both Rajapaksa and Wickremesinghe on tenterhooks till the next general election due in 2020,' says Aditi Phadnis.

Review: Chandi Veeran is a decent action drama

Review: Chandi Veeran is a decent action drama

Rediff.com7 Aug 2015

Director Sarkunam's Chandi Veeran is worth a watch, says S Saraswathi.

The dancing legends wowing India

The dancing legends wowing India

Rediff.com30 May 2017

Bharata Natyam legends Shanta and V P Dhananjayan discover they are a national sentation after their Vodafone ads.

Why ethnic Indians are happy with Malaysian PM

Why ethnic Indians are happy with Malaysian PM

Rediff.com16 May 2013

With two ministers and four deputy ministers, the minority community will have better representation in the government to look into the well-being of Malaysian Indians, the New Straits Times said on Thursday.

More than half of consumers globally upbeat on job prospects: Nielsen

More than half of consumers globally upbeat on job prospects: Nielsen

Rediff.com22 Jul 2014

India overtook Indonesia as the most optimistic consumer market, while Portugal and Slovenia were the most pessimistic.

Dear Maggi: An open letter and farewell note

Dear Maggi: An open letter and farewell note

Rediff.com10 Jun 2015

Priya Bala on why she is glad Maggi is no more among the choices available for her to eat.

Should you invest in this public sector ETF?

Should you invest in this public sector ETF?

Rediff.com25 Mar 2017

Given that the ETF has given exceptional returns over the past year, start small and buy more in a staggered manner.

Jailed INLD leader's son to contest from Haryana

Jailed INLD leader's son to contest from Haryana

Rediff.com14 Mar 2014

Jailed Indian National Lok Dal leader Ajay Chautala's elder son Dushyant figured in the list of candidates declared by the party for all the ten Lok Sabha seats in Haryana.

Save for retirement and enjoy tax benefit, too

Save for retirement and enjoy tax benefit, too

Rediff.com10 Feb 2016

New retirement schemes from MFs offer Section 80C benefit but locks in your money for five years

'I feel vindicated'

'I feel vindicated'

Rediff.com23 Feb 2016

'There is a deep sense of satisfaction in knowing that you know how to do your job and can go on to the next film with confidence.' Irudhi Suttru director Sudha Kongara chats about her film's success.

Why go abroad to study?

Why go abroad to study?

Rediff.com26 May 2018

These institutes, while expensive, are a viable alternative to studying abroad.

Review: Pisaasu is a haunting tale of love

Review: Pisaasu is a haunting tale of love

Rediff.com19 Dec 2014

Taut screenplay, simple dialogues, excellent characterisation, admirable performances and perfect execution make Mysskin's Pisaasu a must watch, says S Saraswathi.

India needs to salute this hero

India needs to salute this hero

Rediff.com26 Jan 2016

The terrorists were armed with AK-47s, grenades, pistols, knives, many rounds of ammunition. Sepoy Jagdish Chand's weapons were his bare hands and enormous courage. He died, but not before he felled one of them. Archana Masih/Rediff.com speaks to the family of Sepoy Jagdish Chand, one of the 7 soldiers martyred in the terrorist attack on the Pathankot Air Force Station.

Raman Raghav 2.0: Bad cop, bad criminal

Raman Raghav 2.0: Bad cop, bad criminal

Rediff.com25 Jun 2016

Raman Raghav 2.0 is unlikely to be remembered as one of Anurag Kashyap's finest movies.

Beat inflation and get good returns from your investments

Beat inflation and get good returns from your investments

Rediff.com1 Dec 2015

Inflation indexed bonds assure a positive return over inflation.