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How to secure your child's financial future

How to secure your child's financial future

Rediff.com28 Aug 2009

Providing a good life to your child needs long-term financial planning.

Punjab rail blockade: Centre's talks with farmers remain inconclusive

Punjab rail blockade: Centre's talks with farmers remain inconclusive

Rediff.com13 Nov 2020

Chief Minister Amarinder Singh welcomed the 'positive spirit' in which the farmer unions and the Centre held the discussions and termed it a 'constructive development'. The meeting with representatives of various farmers unions at Vigyan Bhawan in New Delhi was attended by Union Agriculture Minister Narendra Singh Tomar, Railway Minister Piyush Goyal and Minister of State for Commerce Som Prakash.

'Bhartiyata' should be our only loyalty'

'Bhartiyata' should be our only loyalty'

Rediff.com26 Jan 2022

'As Indians, we should be claiming and celebrating 'Bhartiyata' rather than seeking commitment to beliefs which are divisive and exclusionary.'

Woman, be true to yourself!

Woman, be true to yourself!

Rediff.com10 Mar 2009

As part of our Women's Day Special we asked readers to express their views on work-life balance and the challenges faced by women at the workplace. In the first part of this series, Ministhy Dileep, an IAS officer working in the UP cadre feels that the greatest sign of empowerment is the freedom to make one's choice.

Like Rajini, ill-health may mar Sasikala's political plans too

Like Rajini, ill-health may mar Sasikala's political plans too

Rediff.com23 Jan 2021

At 70, going by hospital records made public, most age and health-related arguments put out against super-star Rajinikanth's entry into politics, before he withdrew citing a 2016 kidney-transplant, hold good for Sasikala, too, says N Sathiya Moorthy.

Why India has forgotten Dr BC Roy

Why India has forgotten Dr BC Roy

Rediff.com4 Jul 2020

'But India needs to remember Dr Roy, the multifaceted genius who excelled as a physician and was most loved as a leader,' notes Dr Sudhir Bisht.

Malaysian PM defends crackdown on protestors

Malaysian PM defends crackdown on protestors

Rediff.com10 Dec 2007

Hardening his stand against anti-government protestors including the ethnic Indians, Malaysian Prime Minister Abdullah Ahmed Badawi on Monday said he would "sacrifice" public freedom in order to maintain national security in the country rocked by a spate of agitations.

Gharvapasi: Home is Where the Heart is!

Gharvapasi: Home is Where the Heart is!

Rediff.com29 Dec 2014

'We must begin dialogue with openness and goodwill, but we will not proceed very far without trust and good faith. The alternative is the violence of 'might is right,' which settles very little and destroys so much of real value,' says Dr Rudolf C Heredia, author of Religious Disarmament -- Rethinking Conversion in India.

Biden-Harris will make US socialist country: Republican leaders

Biden-Harris will make US socialist country: Republican leaders

Rediff.com25 Aug 2020

On the first night of the Republican National Convention on Monday, senior party leaders during their prime-time address said that the future of America was in danger if the November 3 polls resulted in the defeat of US President Donald Trump.

US First Lady invites Union Minister for a talk

US First Lady invites Union Minister for a talk

Rediff.com10 Sep 2008

D Purandeswari, Union Minister of State for Human Resources Development, has been asked to speak about literacy initiatives undertaken since the UNESCO regional literacy meet held in New Delhi in 2006 and the progress and the effect they have had in India.

US tears into 'rogue actor' China for border face-off

US tears into 'rogue actor' China for border face-off

Rediff.com20 Jun 2020

'General Secretary Xi Jinping has greenlighted a brutal campaign of repression against Chinese Muslims, a human rights violation on a scale we haven't seen since World War II. Now, the PLA has escalated border tensions with India'

Sima Aunty's Indian Matchmaking secrets!

Sima Aunty's Indian Matchmaking secrets!

Rediff.com17 Oct 2020

'Today, practically everything has become virtual; even weddings are taking place on Zoom calls.'

Sima Aunty's Indian Matchmaking secrets!

Sima Aunty's Indian Matchmaking secrets!

Rediff.com16 Oct 2020

'Today, practically everything has become virtual; even weddings are taking place on Zoom calls.'

'It's because of Bigg Boss that I am here'

'It's because of Bigg Boss that I am here'

Rediff.com18 Jul 2019

'So many things opened up for me after I did the show.'

The fault-lines in Bengal's electoral battleground

The fault-lines in Bengal's electoral battleground

Rediff.com20 Apr 2021

Jayanta Roy Chowdhury reports on how the West Bengal elections are being fought by the BJP and Trinalool Congress amid COVID challenges, 'Bangaliana', and campaigns based on religion, region, and caste.

Once again, Pranab proved he's an awful politician

Once again, Pranab proved he's an awful politician

Rediff.com16 Jun 2018

'This is the era of images; no speech that Mukherjee could have given could counter the sight of a senior Congressman, elevated by the party to Rashtrapati Bhavan, standing rigidly next to the RSS gerontocracy as those worthies delivered the organisation's faux-fascist salute,' says Mihir Sharma.

The truth about Bangladesh's Hindus

The truth about Bangladesh's Hindus

Rediff.com22 Mar 2006

SC to hear plea challenging Centre's ban on cattle sale for slaughter

SC to hear plea challenging Centre's ban on cattle sale for slaughter

Rediff.com7 Jun 2017

The petitioner contended that the provisions in the notification were unconstitutional.

Priyanka Chopra's cousin goes topless

Priyanka Chopra's cousin goes topless

Rediff.com27 Oct 2014

A look at the top tweets from your favourite Bollywood celebrities.

NIA can't probe Hadiya's marital status: SC

NIA can't probe Hadiya's marital status: SC

Rediff.com23 Jan 2018

The bench also observed that it would examine whether the Kerala high court was correct in annulling the marriage while hearing a habeas corpus petition.

WATCH: Sachin Tendulkar's Independence Day message

WATCH: Sachin Tendulkar's Independence Day message

Rediff.com15 Aug 2019

The Virat Kohl-led Indian cricket team shared a video message from the West Indies while other top sportspersons like MC Mary Kom, Sushil Kumar, Saina Nehwal and Sakshi Malik, as well as Sports Minister Kiren Rijiju, greeted the fellow citizens through Twitter.

'The world will see farmers' resolve today'

'The world will see farmers' resolve today'

Rediff.com26 Jan 2021

'There will be more than three to four lakh tractors and farmers, four to five times that number, displaying their resolve in front of a deaf, mute and a government blind to their plight.'

'Abhishek has not seen Jazbaa yet'

'Abhishek has not seen Jazbaa yet'

Rediff.com8 Oct 2015

Aishwarya Rai Bachchan gets ready for Jazbaa.

'Investors must not panic and buy into small-cap funds'

'Investors must not panic and buy into small-cap funds'

Rediff.com17 Sep 2020

'We would advise investors to hold on to multi-cap funds and not invest further until further clarity emerges.'

Now, 250 scholars slam PM Modi for rising intolerance

Now, 250 scholars slam PM Modi for rising intolerance

Rediff.com30 Oct 2015

A group of academics and scholars on Friday expressed their outrage and anger against the "assault on academic and constitutional freedom", joining the recent protests by writers, artistes, filmmakers, historians and scientists over "rising intolerance".

Sebi may allow variable entry load for MFs

Sebi may allow variable entry load for MFs

Rediff.com24 Dec 2007

This will allow investors the freedom of choice based on the services they get from a distributor.

LeBron draws social media ire over Hong Kong tweet row

LeBron draws social media ire over Hong Kong tweet row

Rediff.com16 Oct 2019

Morey's tweet of support for pro-democracy protests in Hong Kong prompted Chinese sponsors and partners to cut ties with the league and forced the National Basketball Association (NBA) to answer difficult questions about free speech.

Be Prepared for Taliban Terror

Be Prepared for Taliban Terror

Rediff.com1 Sep 2021

Pakistan would want to take full advantage of the situation to direct Taliban trained terrorists into the Kashmir Valley, alert Lieutenant General Ashok Joshi (retd) and Colonel Anil A Athale (retd).

Why Privacy must be a Fundamental Right

Why Privacy must be a Fundamental Right

Rediff.com17 Aug 2017

Privacy is liberty itself. And in ruling on it, the Supreme Court must not only seize the concerns of today but also gaze into the future, says Apar Gupta.

Shah Rukh on AIB roast: If you don't like something don't watch it

Shah Rukh on AIB roast: If you don't like something don't watch it

Rediff.com24 Feb 2015

Shah Rukh said the power of choice is always with people.

Do you believe in faith healing?

Do you believe in faith healing?

Rediff.com11 Feb 2005

Tell us!

Kamala Harris: Lessons on Democracy on Besant Nagar Beach

Kamala Harris: Lessons on Democracy on Besant Nagar Beach

Rediff.com18 Aug 2020

Whatever be Kamala Harris's preference for her identity, many Indians in the US will rally around her as she is the first person with Indian blood in her veins to get close to the White House, observes Ambassador T P Sreenivasan.

'Gandhiji didn't give back British law degree': Kamal Haasan

'Gandhiji didn't give back British law degree': Kamal Haasan

Rediff.com7 Nov 2015

Superstar Kamal Haasan on Saturday stood by his decision of not joining those who are returning their awards against "growing intolerance" saying he doesn't think that it would lead to a solution.

Net neutrality: Netizens, Facebook in a war of words

Net neutrality: Netizens, Facebook in a war of words

Rediff.com10 Feb 2016

The comments drew sharp criticism from netizens with some calling Facebook's Free Basics plan as Internet colonialism.

How Tendulkar played a role in Dhoni becoming India captain

How Tendulkar played a role in Dhoni becoming India captain

Rediff.com18 Aug 2020

Standing in the first slip and observing Mahendra Singh Dhoni's match-reading skills convinced Sachin Tendulkar that he was ready for India captaincy, something he told the BCCI when he was asked for his suggestion back in 2007.

'Farmers won't let India become slaves'

'Farmers won't let India become slaves'

Rediff.com12 Dec 2020

'On one side you have the farmers of India and on the other side are few corporate families.' 'Unfortunately, those holding the levers of power today are more sympathetic towards these corporate families and helping them benefit at the cost of poor farmers.'

Indian girls prefer Hema Malini type of mother-in-law

Indian girls prefer Hema Malini type of mother-in-law

Rediff.com28 Oct 2016

Hema Malini is the ideal mother-in-law since she is modern in thought and would encourage and support her daughter-in-law the way she supports her own daughters, a survey revealed.

Are you ready for college?

Are you ready for college?

Rediff.com18 Jun 2007

The years you spend in college can be the most memorable years of your life or the most forgettable -- the choice is yours.

India must lift inhuman curfew in Kashmir: Pak PM

India must lift inhuman curfew in Kashmir: Pak PM

Rediff.com27 Sep 2019

In his address to the UNGA, Khan spoke at length about India's decision to revoke Article 370 in Jammu and Kashmir and criticised the government's move to put in place a communication lockdown.

Dalai Lama welcomes Indian support for Tibet

Dalai Lama welcomes Indian support for Tibet

Rediff.com14 Oct 2006

The Dalai Lama, in a message, said that since India was Tibet's southern neighbour and since a relationship between the countries had existed for centuries, he held concern from this nation for the Tibet issue was of utmost importance.