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'My Father Made Me What I Am'

'My Father Made Me What I Am'

Rediff.com17 Jun 2024

'Dharti par jo Rab hota hai, woh hai pitaah (There's a God on earth, and it's a Father).'

Bhakshak Review: The Horror Of Child Abuse

Bhakshak Review: The Horror Of Child Abuse

Rediff.com9 Feb 2024

Bhakshak should create some awareness and maybe raise some compassion towards victims of abuse, observes Deepa Gahlot.

'Be Prepared For Fame And Blame'

'Be Prepared For Fame And Blame'

Rediff.com7 May 2024

Nivin Pauly is very proud of his latest release, Malayalee From India.

Have You Heard About Timeboxing?

Have You Heard About Timeboxing?

Rediff.com6 May 2024

Why timebox? Most knowledge workers feel overburdened. Like The Joker in the Batman movies, we have all, at one point or the other, muttered to ourselves: 'So much to do, so little time.'

'No one knows what's going on in Farhan's mind'

'No one knows what's going on in Farhan's mind'

Rediff.com10 Jan 2024

'I can't wait to see Farhan direct again. We are a collaborating on a project. Hopefully, it would live up to the audiences' and my expectations of Farhan.'

Alia-Ranbir Host Mother's Day Party

Alia-Ranbir Host Mother's Day Party

Rediff.com13 May 2024

Film folk celebrate Mother's Day with white parties and heartfelt notes.

Ex-NITI Aayog employee dies in freak accident in London

Ex-NITI Aayog employee dies in freak accident in London

Rediff.com25 Mar 2024

Cheistha Kochhar, 33, was a Doctoral Candidate studying behavioural research since she moved to London from Gurugram, Haryana, last year.

How Police Saved A Man From Suicide

How Police Saved A Man From Suicide

Rediff.com12 Feb 2024

'The nylon noose was around his neck; a suicide note was in his hands.'

Missing Indian student of US university found dead

Missing Indian student of US university found dead

Rediff.com30 Jan 2024

An Indian student pursuing a double major at the prestigious Purdue University in the United States state of Indiana, who went missing on Sunday, has been confirmed dead, the university has said.

'Diwali is beautiful when it is lit up with compassion, care'

'Diwali is beautiful when it is lit up with compassion, care'

Rediff.com30 Oct 2016

This Diwali, we decided to ask Dia Mirza about her message for her fans as well as her own take on the festival of lights.

'Kashmiri Politicians Have Been Killed For Upholding The Indian Flag'

'Kashmiri Politicians Have Been Killed For Upholding The Indian Flag'

Rediff.com13 May 2024

'No Indian politician has been killed in India for upholding the Constitution except for Kashmiri mainstream politicians.' 'Yet they call us terrorist or militant.'

'There's Pro-Incumbency Wave In Odisha'

'There's Pro-Incumbency Wave In Odisha'

Rediff.com23 Apr 2024

'The BJP is not as mighty a political force in Odisha as it is made out to be.'

Mahua Moitra moves SC against expulsion from Lok Sabha

Mahua Moitra moves SC against expulsion from Lok Sabha

Rediff.com11 Dec 2023

Trinamool Congress (TMC) leader Mahua Moitra has moved the Supreme Court against her expulsion from the Lok Sabha over 'Cash-for-Query' allegations.

From Modi to Owaisi: Meet the 10 key figures shaping electoral discourse

From Modi to Owaisi: Meet the 10 key figures shaping electoral discourse

Rediff.com18 Mar 2024

Seeking a third straight term, Modi is not just looking to stamp his electoral dominance on India but also chasing history with another consecutive victory equalling first prime minister Jawaharlal Nehru's record.

'Heeramandi wasn't another sex scene'

'Heeramandi wasn't another sex scene'

Rediff.com16 May 2024

'While I was performing it, I had a weird feeling that people would love it because it's so bizarre.'

How Karan Johar Battled Anxiety

How Karan Johar Battled Anxiety

Rediff.com11 Oct 2023

'We tend to address blood pressure, diabetes, etc with so much instant ease, then why neglect mental health?'

Compassion ok, but stray dogs can't be allowed to be menace: SC

Compassion ok, but stray dogs can't be allowed to be menace: SC

Rediff.com14 Sep 2016

Some NGOs and individual petitioners have moved the apex court against the decisions of some high courts, including the Bombay high court and the Kerala high court, to allow municipal authorities to deal with the stray dogs menace as per the rules.

Bigg Boss: 'Everyone gave me tremendous respect'

Bigg Boss: 'Everyone gave me tremendous respect'

Rediff.com29 Nov 2023

'My emotions overflowed inside the Bigg Boss house and there is a reason for this: For 13 years, I have not shown my emotional side to the world.'

Modi recalls his 'intimate relations with Christians'

Modi recalls his 'intimate relations with Christians'

Rediff.com25 Dec 2023

Prime Minister Narendra Modi heaped praise on the Christian community on Monday for its role in giving direction to the society and sense of service, and said the country proudly acknowledges its contribution.

Top 10 Skills To Succeed At Work

Top 10 Skills To Succeed At Work

Rediff.com26 Mar 2024

Digital literacy is emerging as the professional language of 2024. It is the ability to process complex data sets, deploy critical communication technologies appropriately and validate your importance at your workplace, explains Jagdeep Kochar, managing director, Baker & Taylor India.

'Togetherness Is The Message From Ayodhya'

'Togetherness Is The Message From Ayodhya'

Rediff.com3 Feb 2024

'Sri Ayodhyaji will emerge as the greatest centre of cultural togetherness, universal harmony, vasudeva kutumbakam, compassion, and love for every single living being on this Earth.'

DMK's Raja sparks major row with remarks on India, Ram

DMK's Raja sparks major row with remarks on India, Ram

Rediff.com6 Mar 2024

A controversy erupted on Tuesday after the opposition parties tagged a video of DMK leader A Raja purportedly showing him making remarks that India has never been a nation, but a subcontinent with diverse practices and cultures, prompting strong response from the BJP which described the comments as a call for 'balkanisation' of the the country and demanded for his arrest.

'Make America Normal Again': Nikki Haley coins new slogan

'Make America Normal Again': Nikki Haley coins new slogan

Rediff.com31 Jan 2024

The two-term governor from South Carolina, Haley, 51, is trailing by more than 30 points against former president Donald Trump in her home state where the Republican presidential primary is scheduled for February 23.

PIX: G20 leaders pay homage to 'beacon of peace' Mahatma Gandhi

PIX: G20 leaders pay homage to 'beacon of peace' Mahatma Gandhi

Rediff.com10 Sep 2023

G20 leaders, including United States President Joe Biden, United Kingdom Prime Minister Rishi Sunak and United Nations Secretary General Antonio Guterres, paid tributes to Mahatma Gandhi at his memorial Rajghat in New Delhi on Sunday.

My 5 Top OTT Films of 2023

My 5 Top OTT Films of 2023

Rediff.com26 Dec 2023

There's been so much interesting content on OTT. Subhash K Jha picks his Best Original Feature Films on digital platforms.

Fali Sam Nariman: Indian judiciary's 'Bhishma Pitamah' who minced no words

Fali Sam Nariman: Indian judiciary's 'Bhishma Pitamah' who minced no words

Rediff.com21 Feb 2024

Away from the courtroom and legal circles, Nariman was a familiar figure for residents of Hauz Khas who would see him walk regularly, even in the cold winter months of December and January.

Top Tibetan leader defends Dalai Lama over video row

Top Tibetan leader defends Dalai Lama over video row

Rediff.com14 Apr 2023

Tsering described the gesture as an "innocent grandfatherly affectionate demeanour" that was followed by his "jovial prank" with a tongue.

'Eid Mubarak to all!'

'Eid Mubarak to all!'

Rediff.com29 Jun 2023

On the occasion of Eid al-Adha, Bollywood stars take to social media to wish Eid Mubarak.

Bilkis Bano case: SC says Gujarat govt 'usurped power'

Bilkis Bano case: SC says Gujarat govt 'usurped power'

Rediff.com8 Jan 2024

The Gujarat government was "complicit and acted in tandem with one of the convicts", the SC said.

Hamas gunmen seen holding Israeli kids in chilling video

Hamas gunmen seen holding Israeli kids in chilling video

Rediff.com14 Oct 2023

The children seen in the video have not been identified yet and it is unclear if their parents were killed when the children were taken away.

'Don't be selfish in prayer by praying for yourself'

'Don't be selfish in prayer by praying for yourself'

Rediff.com29 Jun 2023

'Pray for others too and stand a better chance of having your prayers answered.'

'You Have To Respect The Soul Of India'

'You Have To Respect The Soul Of India'

Rediff.com3 Feb 2024

'Bharat is the core value that has to be lived by and if you deny it, then the people will discard you.'

Is Renault Duster Coming Back?

Is Renault Duster Coming Back?

Rediff.com11 Jan 2024

The new Duster will go head-to-head with popular models like Hyundai Creta, Kia Seltos, Volkswagen Taigun, Skoda Kushaq, Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara, Toyota Urban Cruiser Hyryder, MG Astor, etc in the highly competitive mid-size SUV segment.

'BJP will be mortally scared of corporate disclosures'

'BJP will be mortally scared of corporate disclosures'

Rediff.com20 Feb 2024

'My suspicion is that most of the bonds were given by companies who had got contracts or who had benefited from policy changes by the government.'

Mallikarjun Kharge's Real Test: 2024 Lok Sabha Polls

Mallikarjun Kharge's Real Test: 2024 Lok Sabha Polls

Rediff.com3 Dec 2023

The Congress president during his year at the helm of the party has repaired the citadel for far more challenging years ahead, and played a crucial role in shaping the Opposition alliance.

Dhak Dhak Review: Secrets Of The Khardung La Sisterhood

Dhak Dhak Review: Secrets Of The Khardung La Sisterhood

Rediff.com13 Oct 2023

The simplicity of a spontaneous sisterhood, women getting along with other women, feeling alive in each other's company makes Dhak Dhak a gentle celebration of womanhood, notes Sukanya Verma.

World will benefit if...: Dalai Lama on India-China ties

World will benefit if...: Dalai Lama on India-China ties

Rediff.com5 Jan 2023

'Over the years, India has taken great strides in many fields, especially in the context of science and technology. Yet even as external disarmament is necessary, inner disarmament is no less important'

Killer Soup Review: Manoj, Konkona Are Star Ingredients, But...

Killer Soup Review: Manoj, Konkona Are Star Ingredients, But...

Rediff.com11 Jan 2024

Killer Soup's plots grow too convoluted and the strain of keeping the momentum going shows when its shrewd and surreal visuals lose steam, observes Sukanya Verma.

'History is littered with religious conflict'

'History is littered with religious conflict'

Rediff.com9 Feb 2024

'The othering of religious groups inevitably leads to violence.' 'It is sadly a narrative that has echoed through the centuries since man first discovered God.'

My Maa's Diwalis in Uttarakhand

My Maa's Diwalis in Uttarakhand

Rediff.com13 Nov 2023

Though physically distant, the spirit of gaonwali diwali keeps her connected to the mystic hills of Uttarakhand