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PIX: Telangana erupts in jubilation, remembers its martyrs

PIX: Telangana erupts in jubilation, remembers its martyrs

Rediff.com30 Jul 2013

The announcement of creation of a separate state of Telangana was welcomed with jubilant celebration on Tuesday.

Delhi records worst air quality of season as residents demand #righttobreathe

Delhi records worst air quality of season as residents demand #righttobreathe

Rediff.com28 Oct 2018

A city resident doesn't find Delhi to be livable anymore.

Manjhi tears into ally BJP: Bhagwat should not have made quota remark

Manjhi tears into ally BJP: Bhagwat should not have made quota remark

Rediff.com9 Nov 2015

HAM leader Jitan Ram Manjhi on Monday said statements of RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat about a review of quotas could be one of the possible reasons for the NDA's debacle in the polls.

Modi can't afford to look like a loser on national security

Modi can't afford to look like a loser on national security

Rediff.com15 Apr 2021

'Modi-Shah have understood the risks their cynical mixing of domestic political motivations with strategic national interests was soon going to become counterproductive asserts Shekhar Gupta.

The shame of Sivakasi: Dead eyes in its living children

The shame of Sivakasi: Dead eyes in its living children

Rediff.com13 Sep 2012

That Sivakasi has also killed over time, albeit very slowly, numerous child-workers engaged in matchbox production is scarcely registered on the national conscience, says Shreekant Sambrani

Can Delhi change for the better?

Can Delhi change for the better?

Rediff.com4 Nov 2017

'While its people might be a little less resistant to changing for its greater good, New Delhi, unfortunately, is also evolving into an ugly city of which one must remain wary to survive its rising incidents of violence and crime,' says Kishore Singh.

How India celebrates Diwali

How India celebrates Diwali

Rediff.com8 Nov 2012

The Hindu festival of lights, Diwali is celebrated by across the country and indeed the world to mark the triumph of good over evil. While lighting oil lamps and bursting firecrackers are the norm during this occasion, did you know that there are actually different significances and ways of celebrating the festival in different parts of India? Read on!

Mumbai Diaries 26/11 review

Mumbai Diaries 26/11 review

Rediff.com11 Sep 2021

What was the need to fictionalise a series on real events that were far more horrific because they were real? asks Vaihayasi Pande Daniel.

'Crackers will be burst in Amritsar, Mumbai', Nitish responds to Shah's barb

'Crackers will be burst in Amritsar, Mumbai', Nitish responds to Shah's barb

Rediff.com2 Nov 2015

Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar on Monday said Mumbai and Amritsar will witness "fireworks" if BJP loses Bihar assembly polls, alluding to its strains with allies.

10 ways to celebrate a green Diwali this year

10 ways to celebrate a green Diwali this year

Rediff.com9 Nov 2012

It's not just about avoiding firecrackers and cutting down on sweets -- here's how you can still have fun!

Video: These supermodels wish you a happy Diwali

Video: These supermodels wish you a happy Diwali

Rediff.com15 Oct 2009

Catwalk queens Jesse Randhawa and Dipannita Sharma wish readers and share their plans for the big day.

A tragedy called Sivakasi

A tragedy called Sivakasi

Rediff.com26 Sep 2012

A Ganesh Nadar visits the site of the firecracker tragedy in Tamil Nadu and finds that little has changed despite such tragedies happening regularly

Back in Chennai after 2G verdict, Raja and Kanimozhi get hero's welcome

Back in Chennai after 2G verdict, Raja and Kanimozhi get hero's welcome

Rediff.com23 Dec 2017

Raja and Kanimozhi met Karunanidhi at his Gopalpuram residence.

Bidve's friend recalls shooting at trial

Bidve's friend recalls shooting at trial

Rediff.com26 Jun 2012

A friend of Anuj Bidve who was present during the Indian student's shooting in Salford on December 26 last recounted the incident today during the accused Briton's trial in a United Kingdom court, and said the shot sounded like a 'firecracker'.

VHP chief says temple to be built by 2024 as per Nyas design

VHP chief says temple to be built by 2024 as per Nyas design

Rediff.com10 Nov 2019

Ram Janmabhoomi Nyas was formed by the members of the VHP on December 18, 1985, with the aim of constructing a grand temple at Ram Janmabhoomi in Ayodhya.

Why didn't you wake up earlier: HC raps Delhi govt on COVID

Why didn't you wake up earlier: HC raps Delhi govt on COVID

Rediff.com19 Nov 2020

Pulling up the Delhi government, a bench of Justices Hima Kohli and Subramonium Prasad asked why it waited till the court intervened to take steps such as reducing the number of people attending weddings to 50 to prevent the spread of COVID-19.

UP: Six killed in cracker shop explosion

UP: Six killed in cracker shop explosion

Rediff.com24 Apr 2012

The explosion took place at around 11.30 AM in the shop, belonging to one Ibban, in Kanth town of the district, Inspector General of Police Devendra Singh Chauhan told PTI.

Mirabai Chanu: A big dreamer with humble beginnings

Mirabai Chanu: A big dreamer with humble beginnings

Rediff.com6 Apr 2018

Born to a poor family in Nongpok Kakching village about 20 kilometres from the capital Imphal, the youngest among six siblings, Mirabai would go to collect firewood from a nearby hill with her brother Saikhom Sanatomba Meitei, who is four years her elder.

Happy Diwali! When Jwala was left amused, and Sachin sent a thoughtful message

Happy Diwali! When Jwala was left amused, and Sachin sent a thoughtful message

Rediff.com19 Oct 2017

And sharing their warm greetings on Diwali were our sports stars, who took to social media to wish their fans on the auspicious occasion.

FIVE totally simple and really cool Diwali decoration ideas

FIVE totally simple and really cool Diwali decoration ideas

Rediff.com25 Oct 2011

Shifra Menezes lists out a few fun decoration ideas to user in the festival of lights.

Review: Pataakha is a fun watch

Review: Pataakha is a fun watch

Rediff.com28 Sep 2018

Fun, colourful, comical are adjectives you will rarely use for a Vishal Bhardwaj film, but that's exactly what Pataakha is, notes Urvi Parikh.

SC seeks reply on plea against practices that led to Kerala elephant's death

SC seeks reply on plea against practices that led to Kerala elephant's death

Rediff.com10 Jul 2020

The plea filed by an advocate has also sought issuance of guidelines for creation of Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) to tackle such incidents and filling up of vacancies in forest forces across the country.

Review: Sameera stands out in Vedi

Review: Sameera stands out in Vedi

Rediff.com3 Oct 2011

The movie is just another run-of-the-mill entertainer.

Secret tunnels to women's hostel, illegal explosive factory found inside Dera HQ

Secret tunnels to women's hostel, illegal explosive factory found inside Dera HQ

Rediff.com9 Sep 2017

The Dera's sprawling headquarters include an ostentatious '7-star MSG resort' with replicas of Eiffel Tower, Taj Mahal, Kremlin and Disney World inside.

'Ajit Pawar is wrong but Pawar Sr will bring him back'

'Ajit Pawar is wrong but Pawar Sr will bring him back'

Rediff.com24 Nov 2019

'We are in a state of confusion right now, but one thing is sure that everything will be good and Ajit dada will come back to the party fold'

Celebrate Diwali with Modi bombs, Priyanka sparklers

Celebrate Diwali with Modi bombs, Priyanka sparklers

Rediff.com22 Oct 2014

Modi rocket, Modi bomb, Priyanka sparklers. This Diwali, politicians are the rage when it comes to firecrackers. Fireworks with the prime minister's face and name are selling like hot cakes everywhere

Sigh! Could Katy Perry have been more perfect?

Sigh! Could Katy Perry have been more perfect?

Rediff.com18 Nov 2019

As Katy Perry began her first concert in Mumbai, all thoughts of the heat and the need for water quite literally evaporated, says 17-year-old Maya Dominic.

Ajit Pawar is the new Maharashtra Deputy CM

Ajit Pawar is the new Maharashtra Deputy CM

Rediff.com10 Nov 2010

Hours after Congress leadership picked up suave technocrat-politician Prithviraj Chavan as the next chief minister of Maharashtra, ally Nationalist Congress Party on Wednesday replaced Chhagan Bhujbal with party chief Sharad Pawar's nephew Ajit as his deputy.

Ajit Pawar is the new Maharashtra Deputy CM

Ajit Pawar is the new Maharashtra Deputy CM

Rediff.com10 Nov 2010

Hours after Congress leadership picked up suave technocrat-politician Prithviraj Chavan as the next chief minister of Maharashtra, ally Nationalist Congress Party on Wednesday replaced Chhagan Bhujbal with party chief Sharad Pawar's nephew Ajit as his deputy.

Smart ways you can have a green Diwali this year

Smart ways you can have a green Diwali this year

Rediff.com7 Nov 2018

By switching to simpler alternatives, you can make Diwali enjoyable for all.

IPL chief meets Home Secy, seeks enhanced security in Chennai match

IPL chief meets Home Secy, seeks enhanced security in Chennai match

Rediff.com10 Apr 2018

The chairman of Indian Premier League (IPL), on Tuesday, urged the Centre to ensure enhanced security during matches in Chennai in view of protest threats over Cauvery issue, prompting the Union Home Secretary to ask the chief of the Tamil Nadu Police to do the needful, officials said.

We've thrown India to the lions

We've thrown India to the lions

Rediff.com12 Aug 2011

'India is independent, but we've thrown her to the lions -- bribe-loving, paan-chewing lions who sing Hakuna Matata,' says Sanaya Dalal.

The true winners are the people of Bihar

The true winners are the people of Bihar

Rediff.com24 Nov 2010

Biharis seem to have broken the caste divide to vote for good governance in a deeply caste-ridden society and that is Nitish Kumar's biggest triumph.

PIX: Frenzied celebrations erupt after India win

PIX: Frenzied celebrations erupt after India win

Rediff.com31 Mar 2011

From Mohali to Mumbai, frenzied celebrations erupted across the country on Wednesday night as Team India defeated arch-rivals Pakistan to enter the World Cup final.

Mahinda Rajapaksa takes oath as Sri Lankan PM

Mahinda Rajapaksa takes oath as Sri Lankan PM

Rediff.com9 Aug 2020

Mahinda Rajapaksa completed 50 years of parliamentary politics in July this year. He was elected as a Member of Parliament at the young age of 24 in 1970. He has since been elected president twice and has been appointed prime minister thrice.

Live! World Cup chat with Faisal Shariff

Live! World Cup chat with Faisal Shariff

Rediff.com23 Feb 2011

Old rediff.com hand and keen cricket buff Faisal Shariff gives his take on the World Cup as it has been and as it will be, in this Rediff World Cup Chat. Join him to give your take and find out his

Diwali as I remember it

Diwali as I remember it

Rediff.com4 Nov 2010

Ruby Banerjea wanders down memory lane.

5 low-cal Diwali desserts to keep sugar in control

5 low-cal Diwali desserts to keep sugar in control

Rediff.com1 Nov 2010

Got a sweet tooth? Enjoy these festive preparations without excess sugar and calorie intake!

Chinese Year of the Pig: What does it mean?

Chinese Year of the Pig: What does it mean?

Rediff.com5 Feb 2019

Everything you need to know about the Chinese New Year and its traditions.

Vote: How will you celebrate Diwali this year?

Vote: How will you celebrate Diwali this year?

Rediff.com28 Oct 2016

This Diwali, make it special.