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Pix: Demi Moore in Nepal

Pix: Demi Moore in Nepal

Rediff.com8 Apr 2011

The actress was in the country to shoot a documentary on human trafficking.

Karva Chauth ad withdrawn due to public intolerance: Chandrachud

Karva Chauth ad withdrawn due to public intolerance: Chandrachud

Rediff.com1 Nov 2021

Supreme Court judge DY Chandrachud has expressed anguish over the withdrawal of a 'Karva Chauth' advertisement featuring a same-sex couple due to "public intolerance," saying there is a need to change the mindset of both men and women.

Now, a bill to safeguard men to be discussed in RS

Now, a bill to safeguard men to be discussed in RS

Rediff.com12 Oct 2012

The upcoming winter session of the Parliament will have an interesting proposal by men's rights organisation for discussion. The Saving Men from Intimate Terror Act 2012, or SMITA in short, caters to protecting men and boys from domestic violence from their spouse, girlfriends and parents.

Indian consulates in US to privatise passport processing

Indian consulates in US to privatise passport processing

Rediff.com26 Feb 2012

"We are going to outsource the passport and other related services," said Consulate General of India, N Parthasarathi in San Francisco on Saturday.

Keralite Priyanca Radhakrishnan sworn in as NZ minister

Keralite Priyanca Radhakrishnan sworn in as NZ minister

Rediff.com2 Nov 2020

Born in India, Radhakrishnan, 41, went to school in Singapore before moving to New Zealand to further her education.

The Women We Loved In 2022

The Women We Loved In 2022

Rediff.com26 Dec 2022

Sukanya Verma lists her favourite female performers of 2022.

Mumbai's Sewri fast track court to work this Sunday

Mumbai's Sewri fast track court to work this Sunday

Rediff.com28 Feb 2013

In a bid to clear the backlog of minor cases, the principal judge of Mumbai's Sewri fast track court, ML Chauhan, has said they will hold a Maha Adalat on Sunday, March 3, from 10 am to 5 pm.

When Bollywood treated women badly...

When Bollywood treated women badly...

Rediff.com28 Feb 2020

Hindi cinema has not just explored various instances of brute force, but often glorified its misogyny.

Non-reporting sexual assault on minors a serious crime: SC

Non-reporting sexual assault on minors a serious crime: SC

Rediff.com2 Nov 2022

The non-reporting of sexual assault against a minor despite knowledge is a "serious crime" and an attempt to shield the offenders, the Supreme Court said on Wednesday.

LFW: Jewels and handbags rule the ramp!

LFW: Jewels and handbags rule the ramp!

Rediff.com13 Mar 2011

Day Three of Lakme opened with an accessories showing.

<I>Bell Bajao</I> ad campaign wins international laurel

Bell Bajao ad campaign wins international laurel

Rediff.com27 Jul 2010

The ad films -- that highlight the organization's campaign against domestic violence --were screened recently at the Cannes Lions 57th International Advertising Festival in France, considered by many to be the world's biggest celebration of creativity in communications.

'Over 900 Pakistani women killed for honour'

'Over 900 Pakistani women killed for honour'

Rediff.com22 Mar 2012

Over 900 Pakistani women were killed last year in the name of honour for allegedly shaming their families while nearly 4,500 others were the target of domestic violence, the country's top rights watchdog said in a report on Thursday.

Burqa-clad instant talaq victim among BJP's campaigners in UP

Burqa-clad instant talaq victim among BJP's campaigners in UP

Rediff.com18 Feb 2022

A 27-year-old burqa-clad woman, who is an instant talaq victim, is campaigning for the Bharatiya Janata Party in the Uttar Pradesh assembly polls to make the Muslim women realise the "good work" being done by the saffron party in the state. Nida Khan believes that unlike other parties, the BJP does not see Muslims as a vote bank only but considers them as equals.

Marital rape: HC asks Centre if it wants to withdraw 2017 affidavit

Marital rape: HC asks Centre if it wants to withdraw 2017 affidavit

Rediff.com28 Jan 2022

The Delhi high court Friday asked the Centre to inform whether it wishes to withdraw its 2017 affidavit in which it had submitted that marital rape cannot be made a criminal offence as it could become a phenomenon which may destabilise the institution of marriage and an easy tool for harassing husbands.

Darshan's Sarthy is a big hit with fans

Darshan's Sarthy is a big hit with fans

Rediff.com3 Oct 2011

Fans can't seem to get enough of Darshan's new film.

The rise and fall of Kannada star Darshan

The rise and fall of Kannada star Darshan

Rediff.com27 Sep 2011

A look at the actor's life so far.

Court rejects Darshan's bail plea

Court rejects Darshan's bail plea

Rediff.com15 Sep 2011

The Kannada actor continues to be in judicial custody.

Video: A glittering fashion show for a cause

Video: A glittering fashion show for a cause

Rediff.com22 Jun 2010

Fashion designers and models got together to make a statement against domestic violence in Mumbai.

This 'Hope' is not 'Solo'

This 'Hope' is not 'Solo'

Rediff.com16 Jun 2015

American soccer star Hope Solo remains a controversial figure off the field.

Darlings Review

Darlings Review

Rediff.com5 Aug 2022

Darlings is a well-rounded effort by Jasmeet K Reen, supported by bold ideas and clever imagery, raves Sukanya Verma.

2023 At The Movies: A Double Take

2023 At The Movies: A Double Take

Rediff.com27 Dec 2023

It was a year of so many contradictions and contrasts that it became dangerous to talk about movies, people lost their heads discussing Friday releases, psychiatrists began dabbling in film criticism, and film critics turned into psychiatrists, says Sreehari Nair.

India Needs Insulation From Grey Rhinos

India Needs Insulation From Grey Rhinos

Rediff.com27 Jun 2023

India must be prepared to deal with climate disasters, geopolitical confrontations, and social strife linked to global events, asserts Jayant Sinha, chairman of Parliament's Standing Committee on Finance.

Shoaib receives support of men's rights group

Shoaib receives support of men's rights group

Rediff.com6 Apr 2010

The Save Indian Family Foundation, a men's rights organisation fighting against misuse of marital laws and domestic violence act, on Monday, voiced its concern over section 498 A (harassment) of IPC being filed against Pakistani cricketer Shoaib Malik and reiterated its demand for scrapping it.

Meet Kannada TV's Kiran Bedi

Meet Kannada TV's Kiran Bedi

Rediff.com1 Apr 2010

Law graduate and TV host Malvika talks about her show Baduku Jataka Bandi.

ASK ANU: Are You Living With A TOXIC Person?

ASK ANU: Are You Living With A TOXIC Person?

Rediff.com27 Jul 2022

If you feel that being around the person is physically and mentally draining, then it's a red flag that you should not ignore, warns mental health expert Anu Krishna.

Tiger Woods gets traffic ticket for accident

Tiger Woods gets traffic ticket for accident

Rediff.com2 Dec 2009

Tiger Woods, the world's top golfer, was slapped with a traffic ticket for careless driving on Tuesday, four days after driving his Cadillac SUV into a fire hydrant and a tree outside his Florida home.

PIX: Diandra, Carol rock catwalk for a cause

PIX: Diandra, Carol rock catwalk for a cause

Rediff.com22 Jun 2010

Narendra Kumar, Rocky S, Nachiket Barve show their support in the fight against domestic violence as models Diandra Soares and Carol Gracias among others walk the ramp.

Trump again blames 'both sides' for Virginia violence

Trump again blames 'both sides' for Virginia violence

Rediff.com16 Aug 2017

Trump had come under fire from both Republicans and Democrats for his muted response to the violence unleashed by white supremacists during a rally in Charlottesville.

Relief for Somnath Bharti after court grants AAP MLA bail

Relief for Somnath Bharti after court grants AAP MLA bail

Rediff.com7 Oct 2015

The court directed Bharti to furnish Rs one lakh personal bond and one surety of like amount.

Few days not enough to claim live-in relationship: HC

Few days not enough to claim live-in relationship: HC

Rediff.com16 Dec 2021

The Punjab and Haryana High Court has observed that merely because two adults are living together for a few days, their claim of a live-in relationship based upon a "bald averment" may not be enough to hold that they are truly in a live-in-relationship.

My wife calls me sweetheart, but files murder case: AAP's Somnath Bharti

My wife calls me sweetheart, but files murder case: AAP's Somnath Bharti

Rediff.com16 Sep 2015

Aam Aadmi Party lawmaker Somnath Bharti on Wednesday rubbished the murder and domestic violence case filed against him by his wife Lipika Mitra, saying he has audio and documentary evidence that would reveal the actual truth.

Watch Videsh for Preity Zinta

Watch Videsh for Preity Zinta

Rediff.com27 Mar 2009

Videsh starts out as a disturbing account on domestic violence but loses all objectivity the minute it resorts to elements of mysticism, inspired by Girish Karnad's play Nagamandala. It's a dangerously incompatible mix and damages the possibility of a decent movie to an outright ridiculous one.

'I am pure, pious', proclaims 'godwoman' Radhe Maa

'I am pure, pious', proclaims 'godwoman' Radhe Maa

Rediff.com10 Aug 2015

Self-styled 'godwoman' Radhe Maa has been issued summons by police in connection with a dowry harassment case but she remained unfazed claiming she was a "pure and pious" woman.

54 pc Indian women okay with wife-beating: Unicef

54 pc Indian women okay with wife-beating: Unicef

Rediff.com7 Sep 2009

According to Unicef, approval of wife beating varies significantly depending on the level of education.

Om Puri: My wife wants to destroy me

Om Puri: My wife wants to destroy me

Rediff.com28 Aug 2013

The actor asserts that he is the victim in his domestic strife.

Officials 'intimidated' Indian journalists critical of govt: US report

Officials 'intimidated' Indian journalists critical of govt: US report

Rediff.com13 Apr 2022

India in the past rejected similar reports.

Key Trump aide quits as ex-wives allege abuse

Key Trump aide quits as ex-wives allege abuse

Rediff.com8 Feb 2018

Rob Porter's responsibility was mainly in the flow of paper that crossed Trump's desk, including the wave of executive orders and actions that Trump inked during the first months of his tenure.

Thappad trailer: Hard-hitting and so relevant

Thappad trailer: Hard-hitting and so relevant

Rediff.com31 Jan 2020

Anubhav Sinha's latest film is hard-hitting, relatable and sadly, very much relevant in today's times.