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'Do we belong here', asks wife of Indian shot dead by American

'Do we belong here', asks wife of Indian shot dead by American

Rediff.com25 Feb 2017

She said she now wonders what will the US government do to stop hate crimes against minorities.

Amritsar tragedy: Driver is lying, nobody pelted stones at train, say eyewitnesses

Amritsar tragedy: Driver is lying, nobody pelted stones at train, say eyewitnesses

Rediff.com22 Oct 2018

'The speed of the train was such that even if people wanted to pelt stones, by the time they collected them, the train would have disappeared from sight'

WATCH! Millennials react to Sitharaman's Ola-Uber remark

WATCH! Millennials react to Sitharaman's Ola-Uber remark

Rediff.com12 Sep 2019

Rediff.com's Syed Firdaus Ashraf and Hitesh Harisinghani speak to millennials to find out if the ease of ride-sharing apps like Ola and Uber was a reason for them not buying a car.

Sheena Bora Trial: What Mekhail Bora Said

Sheena Bora Trial: What Mekhail Bora Said

Rediff.com24 Jul 2018

Throughout, Mekhail spoke calmly, with hardly an inflection making even the barest attempt to hijack his tone. His tone was so empty it made his narrative all the more touching. And ugly and grey, as the monsoon sky beyond the window.

Education, healthcare to be out of GST

Education, healthcare to be out of GST

Rediff.com2 Apr 2017

The Centre is against giving any shock in the first year of the rollout by bringing in new services.

DeMo will have no material effect on black money, RBI had warned

DeMo will have no material effect on black money, RBI had warned

Rediff.com12 Mar 2019

Only Rs 10,720 crore of the junked currency notes did not return to the banking system, rest 99.9 per cent was deposited raising question mark over the government's effort of curbing black money through the demonetisation.

Will he give Bollywood its next superstars?

Will he give Bollywood its next superstars?

Rediff.com15 Mar 2018

Arun, 24, is from Kolkata. He's a bartender. Vidya, 8, studies in an English medium school. Her father is a chaiwala. Purvika, 9, has big, bright eyes. Her father works in a beer bar. All of them are united by one cause alone: To become actors and join the film industry.

Amrapali case: SC keen on completion certificate to homebuyers

Amrapali case: SC keen on completion certificate to homebuyers

Rediff.com13 Aug 2019

On July 23, the apex court had cracked its whip on errant builders for breaching the trust reposed by homebuyers and ordered cancellation of the registration of Amrapali Group under the real estate law RERA, and ousted it from its prime properties in the NCR by nixing the land leases.

Is there a way out of the gloom and doom?

Is there a way out of the gloom and doom?

Rediff.com2 Sep 2020

'The government has said it has kept its powder dry to fight the true battle against the debilitating influence of the pandemic.' 'The release of the shocking economic data this week should act as the fuse for using that powder now.' 'Further delays will make the battle that much harder,' notes Shreekant Sambrani.

'I don't believe in marriage for religious reasons'

'I don't believe in marriage for religious reasons'

Rediff.com21 Nov 2019

'Marriage is a practical solution in terms of bureaucracy, but it's not a real validation of whether your relationship is successful or not.'

How 150 soldiers, 2 dogs rescued soldier trapped in Siachen avalanche

How 150 soldiers, 2 dogs rescued soldier trapped in Siachen avalanche

Rediff.com10 Feb 2016

The determination of over 150 soldiers helped by two canines and earth penetrating radars and special ice cutting equipment helped rescue Lance Naik Hanamanthappa Koppad.

After the storm, grief and disbelief echo through Agra's villages

After the storm, grief and disbelief echo through Agra's villages

Rediff.com4 May 2018

Villagers speak in utter disbelief of the havoc wreaked by the storm, which claimed the live of over 100 people.

World Cup: Mbappe double helps France beat Argentina 4-3

World Cup: Mbappe double helps France beat Argentina 4-3

Rediff.com30 Jun 2018

Angel Di Maria unleashed a stunning long-range strike in the 41st minute to draw Argentina level at 1-1 against France at halftime of their round of 16 World Cup clash on Saturday.

How a marine saved dozens of lives during Orlando shooting

How a marine saved dozens of lives during Orlando shooting

Rediff.com15 Jun 2016

A 24-year-old Marine, who served in Afghanistan, is being hailed as a hero for helping scores of people escape from an Orlando club targeted by a terrorist who killed 49 people in the deadliest shooting in the United States history.

The amazing success story of Flipkart's CTO

The amazing success story of Flipkart's CTO

Rediff.com17 Dec 2014

'There was a time when I went without salary for about six months,' says Amod Malviya, an alumnus of IIT Kharagpur and currently CTO, Flipkart.

How Anant Agrawal built edX into a global giant

How Anant Agrawal built edX into a global giant

Rediff.com4 Sep 2020

'Many who have experimented with online education will adopt a blended model once things return to normal,' edX CEO and founder Anant Agrawal tells Anjuli Bhargava.

Has anyone seen Mumbai as Sudhir Patwardhan has?

Has anyone seen Mumbai as Sudhir Patwardhan has?

Rediff.com8 Feb 2020

It is impossible for Mumbaikars not to glimpse themselves or someone they know in Sudhir Patwardhan's paintings.

Sports Shorts: Tiger undergoes back surgery; Former England defender Ehiogu dies

Sports Shorts: Tiger undergoes back surgery; Former England defender Ehiogu dies

Rediff.com21 Apr 2017

A summary of sports events and sports persons, who made news on Friday.

Lest the wheel stops spinning

Lest the wheel stops spinning

Rediff.com2 Mar 2015

The journey of a pottery enthusiast, Rekha Bajpe Aggarwal, who is working to prevent the death of the traditional art

COVID-19: Grieving the loss of a dear one? Help is here

COVID-19: Grieving the loss of a dear one? Help is here

Rediff.com26 Oct 2020

'How many people have died in India so far due to Covid?' 'Multiply that by at least four, and that many people in intense grief are there in the country.'

Friends, family, admirers bid goodbye to Khushwant Singh

Friends, family, admirers bid goodbye to Khushwant Singh

Rediff.com21 Mar 2014

Prolific author and journalist Khushwant Singh's body was consigned to flames today at the Dayanand Mukthidham electric crematorium here on a quiet evening amidst the presence of family members, close friends and well-wishers.

BJP back in Gujarat a positive for Tata, Adani power plants

BJP back in Gujarat a positive for Tata, Adani power plants

Rediff.com31 Dec 2017

The negotiations for a bail-out of the two plants could see continuity though a weakened BJP majority is a cause of concern among analysts, says Amritha Pillay.

Was this slum razed because of Akhilesh Yadav?

Was this slum razed because of Akhilesh Yadav?

Rediff.com28 May 2015

On April 29, a slum settlement in Banda in Uttar Pradesh consisting of several households was demolished in the dead of the night. The residents claim that it was because Chief Minister Akhilesh Yadav's official convoy was supposed to pass through that road the next day, and the police didn't want him to see the slums.

5 things to do to tackle NPAs

5 things to do to tackle NPAs

Rediff.com18 Oct 2017

For stressed loans, the need is to prevent disruption in cash flows from a systemic perspective, conserving employment and assets in untainted enterprises with the potential for recovery, says Shyam Ponappa.

India-US Roller Coaster Reaches New High

India-US Roller Coaster Reaches New High

Rediff.com26 Feb 2020

'Many said his visit was very risky. But mercifully, Air Force One has taken off from Delhi without Mr Trump stepping on anybody's toes,' notes Ambassador T P Sreenivasan.

Iconic Rock Garden creator Nek Chand cremated with full state honours

Iconic Rock Garden creator Nek Chand cremated with full state honours

Rediff.com13 Jun 2015

The mortal remains of Nek Chand, the creator of the iconic Rock Garden of Chandigarh, were consigned to flames with full state honours on Saturday evening.

10 reasons why India won't grow at 8% plus

10 reasons why India won't grow at 8% plus

Rediff.com16 Jun 2016

The prospects for strong, sustained economic reforms do not appear to be promising in India.

Bihar's Chanakya dumps 'bade bhai' Lalu

Bihar's Chanakya dumps 'bade bhai' Lalu

Rediff.com26 Jul 2017

Nitish Kumar's decision to resign as the state chief minister was as dramatic as the time he decided to tie up with old foe Lalu in 2015.

2017 saw questions, will 2018 get us answers on economy?

2017 saw questions, will 2018 get us answers on economy?

Rediff.com29 Dec 2017

The NDA government was initially reticent about fleshing out its economic strategy for the future. But now that it has taken enough bold initiatives on the economic front it must have the confidence to tell us more about its approach going forward, says Abheek Barua.

'C'mon, Tiger! Let's go, Tiger!'

'C'mon, Tiger! Let's go, Tiger!'

Rediff.com9 Aug 2018

Given the depth of his descent into a dark, cavernous hole that has swallowed so many child stars, Tiger's greatest victory was not in golf but rather in his journey back into the light. An exclusive excerpt from the fascinating new book, Tiger Woods.

Is Honda Livo the best youth bike?

Is Honda Livo the best youth bike?

Rediff.com12 Aug 2016

The Livo is one stylish looking motorcycle that's a blend of swooping lines and sharp flourishes. The designers have done a brilliant job here to make sure that the Livo matches up to its heritage. In-fact, at first glance, one would easily be led to think that the Livo belongs to the 125cc segment instead of the 110cc.

Delhi MLA's pay hike: Panel rejects 'misplaced reports'

Delhi MLA's pay hike: Panel rejects 'misplaced reports'

Rediff.com8 Oct 2015

The three-member committee of experts, which has recommended a substantial hike in the salary and allowances of Delhi MLAs, on Wednesday justified their proposal saying it was a product of "careful and thorough" examination and will not make city legislators the highest paid in the country.

Kolkata 2001: The Odyssey, viewed from the sidelines

Kolkata 2001: The Odyssey, viewed from the sidelines

Rediff.com14 Mar 2021

20 years ago this week, India and Australia played one of the greatest Test matches in cricket history. Sreehari Nair relives the sound and the fury of that unforgettable game at the Eden Gardens.

Honda Livo: Review

Honda Livo: Review

Rediff.com22 Sep 2015

If you are a stylish commuter and don't mind paying a higher initial price, then the Livo might just be the bike for you, says Tanmay Pangam.

A Phenomenon Called Pranab Mukherjee

A Phenomenon Called Pranab Mukherjee

Rediff.com31 Aug 2020

Ambassador Venu Rajamony, who served as press secretary to President Pranab Mukherjee during his tenure, salutes the statesman and political legend, who passed into the ages on Monday.

Cong promises to reinvent itself, but shields Rahul from Delhi blame

Cong promises to reinvent itself, but shields Rahul from Delhi blame

Rediff.com10 Feb 2015

A shocked Congress promises to revisit its 'idealogical construct'.

These COVID-19 warriors are an inspiration for India

These COVID-19 warriors are an inspiration for India

Rediff.com2 May 2020

'We got so many calls after the attack.' 'Loved ones told us forget all this, nothing was more valuable than our lives.' 'But we said, 'No, this wasn't the way forward -- the people, society, the country needs us at this time.'

Indian shot dead in Kansas bar, shooter yelled 'get out of my country'

Indian shot dead in Kansas bar, shooter yelled 'get out of my country'

Rediff.com25 Feb 2017

Adam Purinton, the shooter who is a navy veteran, later told a bartender in Clinton, Missouri, where he was hiding that he had killed two Middle Eastern persons.

NTPC plant explosion: Toll rises to 29; Rahul visits Raebareli

NTPC plant explosion: Toll rises to 29; Rahul visits Raebareli

Rediff.com2 Nov 2017

Rahul Gandhi has taken a break from his ongoing 'Navsarjan Yatra' in Gujarat to meet the families of victims of the explosion.

The four faces of Sanjay Dutt

The four faces of Sanjay Dutt

Rediff.com24 Feb 2016

Actor, boring interviewee, bomb blast accused and warm, open-hearted man who made peace with the problems in his life...