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Azam Khan, Muslims and UP Politics

Azam Khan, Muslims and UP Politics

Rediff.com12 Aug 2021

True, Azam Khan is being targeted rather disproportionately and also because of his Muslim identity. That must be protested and resisted. But to say that he is a big messiah, and his profit-making educational enterprise is an issue concerning all Muslims of India, is absolutely unjustified, assert Mohammad Sajjad and Md Mohammad Zeeshan Ahmad.

How To Invest in 2022: Market Gurus' Gyaan

How To Invest in 2022: Market Gurus' Gyaan

Rediff.com31 Dec 2021

'There is no need to do anything, let your SIPs get deducted every month, and stick to your allocation between equity, fixed income and emergency funds and your risk covers.'

The Ghost Review

The Ghost Review

Rediff.com18 Oct 2019

Vikram Bhatt's horror film is a big let down, says Namrata Thakker.

Ole! Spain's La Liga fires up again after old foes unite

Ole! Spain's La Liga fires up again after old foes unite

Rediff.com6 Jun 2020

After an almighty push by all parties concerned, Spain's La Liga roars back into action next week after a three-month pause due to the COVID-19 pandemic, with matches taking place every day and with everything to play for. The season resumes on Wednesday in bizarre circumstances with the second half of a Segunda Division match between Rayo Vallecano and Albacete that was abandoned in December due to offensive chanting.

Kings XI have charted a 3-year plan under Kumble: Wadia

Kings XI have charted a 3-year plan under Kumble: Wadia

Rediff.com19 Nov 2020

Frequently changing captains and coaches has hurt Kings XI Punjab in the past and that is why the franchise has decided to work on a three-year plan under Anil Kumble and K L Rahul to take the side forward, co-owner Ness Wadia said.

Aus Open PIX: Osaka, Raducanu ousted; Nadal, Zverev cruise

Aus Open PIX: Osaka, Raducanu ousted; Nadal, Zverev cruise

Rediff.com21 Jan 2022

IMAGES from Australian Open matches played at Melbourne Park on Friday

'No one talks when teams get bundled out on seaming tracks'

'No one talks when teams get bundled out on seaming tracks'

Rediff.com3 Mar 2021

'There is always too much noise and conversation about spinning tracks'

King's Cup: Valencia fight back after Betis score directly from corner

King's Cup: Valencia fight back after Betis score directly from corner

Rediff.com8 Feb 2019

Kevin Gameiro grabbed a stoppage-time equaliser for Valencia after Denis Cheryshev had reduced the deficit with 20 minutes remaining, leaving the tie in the balance heading into the second leg at the Mestalla stadium on February 28.

'Humour most important in getting through difficult situations'

'Humour most important in getting through difficult situations'

Rediff.com17 Apr 2020

Known for his tongue-in-cheek take on life and cricket, New Zealand all-rounder Jimmy Neesham believes focussing on the funny side of things helps him cope with difficult situations like the coronavirus pandemic currently sweeping through the world. Asked about the role humour plays in handling difficulties, the Black Caps all-rounder, who keeps his fans entertained with witty one-liners on his social media accounts, said it is vital when the going gets tough.

Football Focus: United's Lingard reflects on difficult season

Football Focus: United's Lingard reflects on difficult season

Rediff.com29 Jul 2020

News of all that transpired on and off the football field.

Shut govt offices for half day, not petrol pumps: TMC

Shut govt offices for half day, not petrol pumps: TMC

Rediff.com2 Sep 2013

Both TMC and CPI-M today walked out from Rajya Sabha opposing fuel price hike.

Let's stop making cash the villain

Let's stop making cash the villain

Rediff.com14 Jan 2020

Ajit Balakrishnan offers a New Year resolution for our policy-makers.

When Deepika hit the road!

When Deepika hit the road!

Rediff.com30 Mar 2020

Namrata Thakker takes a look at some amazing road trips in the movies.

ED attaches Karti's assets worth Rs 54 crore in India, UK, Spain

ED attaches Karti's assets worth Rs 54 crore in India, UK, Spain

Rediff.com11 Oct 2018

The central probe agency issued a provisional order under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act for attachment of Indian assets in Kodaikanal and Ooty in Tamil Nadu and a flat in Delhi's Jorbagh. A cottage and house in Somerset in the UK and a tennis club located in Barcelona, Spain have also been attached as part of the same order, the agency said.

PHOTOS: Rampaging India maul New Zealand in Napier ODI

PHOTOS: Rampaging India maul New Zealand in Napier ODI

Rediff.com23 Jan 2019

Kuldeep Yadav picked up four wickets, while Shikhar Dhawan hit an unbeaten half-century to power India to a crushing eight-wicket victory against New Zealand in the first ODI.

Violence never wins, says US Vice President Pence

Violence never wins, says US Vice President Pence

Rediff.com7 Jan 2021

'To those who wreaked havoc in our Capitol today, You did not win. Violence never wins. Freedom wins. And this is still the people's house.'

PICS: Tewatia, Parag rise and shine as Royals stun SRH

PICS: Tewatia, Parag rise and shine as Royals stun SRH

Rediff.com11 Oct 2020

Images from Sunday's IPL match between Sunrisers Hyderabad and Rajasthan Royals, in Dubai.

The wild, wacky case of Vickram Bedi

The wild, wacky case of Vickram Bedi

Rediff.com2 Dec 2010

Vickram Bedi will be tried before a New York court for fraud. But the facts of the case sound like the plot of some very bizarre Hollywood movie.

Why Young India Thinks Old

Why Young India Thinks Old

Rediff.com7 Jun 2021

'Three decades after liberalisation kicked off, my friend's son and niece -- both born well after that historic shift in economic policy -- find themselves newly off the beaten path for no fault than listening to their heart,' notes Shyam G Menon.

AK vs AK review

AK vs AK review

Rediff.com24 Dec 2020

Anil Kapoor's mastery shows in how he finds the space between an actor reaching out to his actuality while remaining an actor while Anurag Kashyap's comfort in bullying his co-actor fuels their bickering camaraderie, notes Sukanya Verma.

The odd, odd world we live in!

The odd, odd world we live in!

Rediff.com6 Dec 2018

Eight images that prove we live in a truly bizarre world.

Ensure ceasefire for 72 hours, Govt tells Maoists

Ensure ceasefire for 72 hours, Govt tells Maoists

Rediff.com3 Mar 2010

A day after Home Minister P Chidamabaram termed Maoist leader Kishenji's truce offer as 'bizarre', the government extended an olive branch to the Left Wing extremists on Wednesday, asking them to ensure ceasefire for 72 hours to facilitate talks.Top government officials have said Kishenji's offer for talks may be considered if he could ensure complete ceasefire for 72 hours.Chidamabaram had termed the truce offer by the Maoist leader as 'bizarre'.

Greed is the only motive for politics in Jharkhand

Greed is the only motive for politics in Jharkhand

Rediff.com3 May 2010

Unnoticed by the rest of the world, a bizarre drama was played out in Jharkhand recently -- that is, even more bizarre than the claims made by Jharkhand Chief Minister Shibu Soren's aides that Soren voted for the United Progressive Alliance in the Lok Sabha because he is suffering from Alzheimer's disease, so he forgot that it was the National Democratic Alliance which was supporting his government in Jharkhand.

The truly odd, odd world we live in!

The truly odd, odd world we live in!

Rediff.com23 Nov 2018

Ten images that prove it's a wonderfully bizarre world.

PIX: Uproar as Zverev stuns Federer to reach ATP Finals title match

PIX: Uproar as Zverev stuns Federer to reach ATP Finals title match

Rediff.com17 Nov 2018

The 21-year-old German upstart produced some dazzling tennis and thoroughly deserved his 7-5, 7-6 (5) win against the six-time champion in a captivating semi-final.

Maoists talk peace but continue with violence: HM

Maoists talk peace but continue with violence: HM

Rediff.com2 Mar 2010

Addressing media persons in New Delhi, Chidambaram said: "It was a somewhat bizarre offer. That is because, barely 3 hours after the so-called offer, the CPI (Maoist) attacked a joint patrol party of the West Bengal police and the CRPF in PS Lalgarh, district West Midnapore. The patrol party retaliated and three people were killed."

Stocks: 'Returns will be much more modest'

Stocks: 'Returns will be much more modest'

Rediff.com30 Dec 2020

'Valuations were depressed at 8,000 (Nifty 50 index) levels. It was a free ride to 12,000 levels.' 'What went down had to come up. Now fundamentals have to support further gains.'

The question everyone wants to ask Ranveer

The question everyone wants to ask Ranveer

Rediff.com22 Oct 2018

What will Ranveer wear to his shaadi, folks?!

PIX: Ranbir, Anushka watch Ae Dil Hai Mushkil

PIX: Ranbir, Anushka watch Ae Dil Hai Mushkil

Rediff.com26 Oct 2016

A look at the arrivals.

2020's 12 Lessons from Bollywood

2020's 12 Lessons from Bollywood

Rediff.com28 Dec 2020

Sukanya Verma brings us everything we learned in this notorious year.

PHOTOS: The odd, odd world we live in...

PHOTOS: The odd, odd world we live in...

Rediff.com10 Oct 2018

The 10 images that prove we live in a bizarre world.

10 things we loved about Lakme Fashion Week

10 things we loved about Lakme Fashion Week

Rediff.com6 Apr 2016

The coolest moments we won't be forgetting anytime soon.

EPL: Richarlison sparks Everton win after Palace's Benteke ends drought

EPL: Richarlison sparks Everton win after Palace's Benteke ends drought

Rediff.com8 Feb 2020

Everton have 36 points from 26 games

'Why did Abis Rizvi have to go in such a brutal way?'

'Why did Abis Rizvi have to go in such a brutal way?'

Rediff.com3 Jan 2017

'I lost my friend in the most bizarre way possible. We think of terror attacks as something that happens to others. Now, it's reached our doorstep.'

We found our nerve to return to normalcy

We found our nerve to return to normalcy

Rediff.com22 Jan 2021

'This is not a government that will be an ally to supremacist ideology or strongman politics anymore, here or anywhere else,' asserts Suleman Din.

Trump brushes dandruff off 'perfect' Macron

Trump brushes dandruff off 'perfect' Macron

Rediff.com25 Apr 2018

No, no. It's not a fake news.

Can out-of-form Finch find redemption on India tour?

Can out-of-form Finch find redemption on India tour?

Rediff.com18 Feb 2019

Finch went through an eventful summer. He was appointed Australia's one-day captain in a World Cup year, before making his long-awaited Test debut. But he has since been dropped from the Test squad after failing to fire, and has not been as destructive as usual in the shorter form of the game.

Controversy brews for this Olympic medallist once again

Controversy brews for this Olympic medallist once again

Rediff.com18 Nov 2017

Sushil Kumar on Saturday brushed aside the hat-tricks of walkovers en-route his gold at National Wrestling championship, stating that the situation was beyond his control.

When Rafi sang for Hanuman, Manna for Ravan...

When Rafi sang for Hanuman, Manna for Ravan...

Rediff.com6 May 2021

'Rafi was singing for Hanuman and I was singing for Ravan.' 'C Ramachandra corrected Rafisaab and he became red in the face.' 'I asked Anna (Ramachandra), "How could you do this?"' 'He replied, "How could I not do this? My song was being spoilt".'

Unsettling future for golf after Tiger Woods crash

Unsettling future for golf after Tiger Woods crash

Rediff.com24 Feb 2021

'I think he has lifetime exemptions at every major event but I suspect we are probably not going to see Tiger in a competitive golf event going forward.'