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Ranveer-Kriti's Day Out In Varanasi

Ranveer-Kriti's Day Out In Varanasi

Rediff.com15 Apr 2024

Ranveer Singh, Kriti Sanon and Manish Malhotra visited the Kashi Vishwanath temple in Varanasi to offer prayers over the weekend.

Pawan Kalyan to be Andhra dy CM; Naidu's son gets IT

Pawan Kalyan to be Andhra dy CM; Naidu's son gets IT

Rediff.com15 Jun 2024

The actor-turned-politician has been allotted Panchayat Raj and Rural Development, Environment, Forests, and Science and Technology portfolios.

IC 814: The Kandahar Hijack Review: Gripping!!

IC 814: The Kandahar Hijack Review: Gripping!!

Rediff.com29 Aug 2024

IC 814: The Kandahar Hijack begins by asking why the hijack lasted seven days and ends in wondering if the good guys fought the bad ones hard enough, observes Sukanya Verma.

40,175 Manufacturers Vanish From Tax Data

40,175 Manufacturers Vanish From Tax Data

Rediff.com23 Dec 2023

Manufacturing's share in the profit pool of companies had declined before the pandemic.

After SC rap, TN guv administers oath to DMK MLA Ponmudy

After SC rap, TN guv administers oath to DMK MLA Ponmudy

Rediff.com22 Mar 2024

On Thursday, the SC had voiced "serious concern" over Governor Ravi's refusal to reinduct Ponmudi as a minister in the state cabinet even after the SC had suspended his conviction in a corruption case.

We Missed Industrial Revolution

We Missed Industrial Revolution

Rediff.com12 Jun 2024

Is India headed there again? questions Ajit Balakrishnan

Recipe: Richard Holkar's Murgi Survedar

Recipe: Richard Holkar's Murgi Survedar

Rediff.com27 Apr 2024

This recipe has a wonderful royal touch.

Isn't Taapsee Simply Flawless?

Isn't Taapsee Simply Flawless?

Rediff.com21 Dec 2023

The actor knows how to have fun with fashion.

'Only Cure For Migration Is To Create Jobs'

'Only Cure For Migration Is To Create Jobs'

Rediff.com18 May 2024

The Odisha government told the assembly over 40,000 workers migrated from the state last year, with the highest number -- 26,151 -- from Balangir.

Keerthy Suresh's Dil Goes Dhak Dhak

Keerthy Suresh's Dil Goes Dhak Dhak

Rediff.com5 Sep 2023

The actress is the unsung hero of the traditional sari, on-screen and off it as well.

India's exports dip marginally in March; 3.11% in FY24

India's exports dip marginally in March; 3.11% in FY24

Rediff.com15 Apr 2024

India's merchandise exports dipped marginally in March to $41.69 billion, and by 3.11 per cent during the last fiscal year to $437.06 billion mainly due to continued geopolitical turmoil, and depressed global trade. Imports, too, declined in March as well during the entire 2023-24. Trade deficit, or the gap between imports and exports, narrowed 17.74 per cent in March to $15.6 billion and came down 9.33 per cent to $240.17 billion in FY24.

In Mahua vs Amrita Roy battle, don't forget the CPM

In Mahua vs Amrita Roy battle, don't forget the CPM

Rediff.com13 May 2024

The curious onlookers that greet the candidates are, however, unaware about the importance of history. They are just there to catch a glimpse of 'Rani Ma' Amrita Roy or Mahua Moitra.

Yodha Review: Sturdy Sidharth Malhotra To The Rescue

Yodha Review: Sturdy Sidharth Malhotra To The Rescue

Rediff.com15 Mar 2024

It's on the lead character's charm and rugged shoulders that Yodha shamelessly rests, giving Arun perfectly good reason to gloat, 'Is picture ka hero main hoon,' observes Sukanya Verma.

AI translates PM's speech at Tamil meet in real time

AI translates PM's speech at Tamil meet in real time

Rediff.com18 Dec 2023

Prime Minister Narendra Modi reached out to the attendees of the Kashi Tamil Sangamam in Varanasi with his speech being translated for the audience in real-time using artificial intelligence.

Janhvi, Karisma, Aahana's Dhamakedar Festive Avatars

Janhvi, Karisma, Aahana's Dhamakedar Festive Avatars

Rediff.com24 Oct 2023

These celebs offer the perfect source of inspiration for your ideal Dussehra look.

Go Traditional On Ganeshotsav

Go Traditional On Ganeshotsav

Rediff.com19 Sep 2023

Dip your toes in traditional styles as you go pandal hopping.

After temple replicas, Banarasi sarees on Ram temple theme a hit too

After temple replicas, Banarasi sarees on Ram temple theme a hit too

Rediff.com7 Jan 2024

The weavers have received customised orders for various patterns on the sarees, including Ram Mandir motifs on the pallu, designs detailing life of Lord Ram right from his childhood to killing Ravana, and 'Shree Ram' inscriptions on the border.

How Saudi money is changing India's Banarasi hub

How Saudi money is changing India's Banarasi hub

Rediff.com13 Mar 2022

For a village in Azamgarh, Mubarakpur is an aberration. Its streets are clean, roads well-paved, and no open sewage drains are visible anywhere. Although a few houses look derelict, most bear signs of relative affluence, some even opulence. But that is not attributable to the village's marquee industry - silk saree weaving, which is sold as the "Banarasi silk saree" across India. Rather, it's because of the exodus of its residents and those of neighbouring villages to Saudi Arabia and the money repatriated back home.

It's Sari Time At G20!

It's Sari Time At G20!

Rediff.com11 Sep 2023

Saris were in vogue at the dinner President Droupadi Murmu hosted for G20 leaders on Saturday evening and earlier as well on Saturday morninbg when Kyoko Jaishankar, External Affairs Minister Subrahmanyam Jaishankar's wife, hosted the leaders's spouses in New Delhi.

The Stunner From Por Thozhil

The Stunner From Por Thozhil

Rediff.com18 Aug 2023

Her mantra is: "Wear what makes you feel comfortable!"

Where You Can Watch Shyam Benegal's Best Films

Where You Can Watch Shyam Benegal's Best Films

Rediff.com14 Dec 2023

As Shyam Benegal turns 89 on December 14, Subhash K Jha takes a look at 10 of his best films and tells you where you can watch them.

Why Israeli police are in touch with a Kerala town

Why Israeli police are in touch with a Kerala town

Rediff.com19 Oct 2023

Hundreds of tailors from a local apparel unit in Kannur have been working tirelessly to get the uniform shirts ready for the Israel police force for the past eight years.

Traditional Beauty Mamta Mohandas

Traditional Beauty Mamta Mohandas

Rediff.com22 Jun 2023

She has a huge fashion appetite for saris and ethnic garb.

Complaint filed against Kharge, Kejriwal for 'inciteful' remarks on Prez Murmu

Complaint filed against Kharge, Kejriwal for 'inciteful' remarks on Prez Murmu

Rediff.com27 May 2023

The complaint has been filed by Vineet Jindal, a Supreme Court advocate.

Tripura CM allots portfolios; keeps home, health

Tripura CM allots portfolios; keeps home, health

Rediff.com10 Mar 2023

Saha has kept the home, health and family welfare and public works department with him while Ratan Lal Nath has been given the charge of power, agriculture and farmers' welfare, according to an official notification issued by Chief Secretary J K Sinha.

Rakul, Mouni, Kangana show off their saris

Rakul, Mouni, Kangana show off their saris

Rediff.com10 Aug 2020

Film folk are celebrating their beautiful handloom outfits on social media on National Handloom Day.

Is that a painting or a sari weave?

Is that a painting or a sari weave?

Rediff.com7 Aug 2021

Can you ever imagine seeing Shrinathji of Nathdwara in Rajasthan weaved to come alive in Jamdani? This sari is to mark the 2021 Handloom Day Special on August 7, masterfully crafted by acclaimed weaver, Lakshmana Rao Tammisetty from Andhra Pradesh, says Ranjani Govind.

6 Places To Visit For A Memorable Diwali

6 Places To Visit For A Memorable Diwali

Rediff.com9 Nov 2023

You can have a traditional Diwali celebration with your family at these special spots.

High cotton prices, dull demand to keep textile stocks in check: Analysts

High cotton prices, dull demand to keep textile stocks in check: Analysts

Rediff.com6 Aug 2023

Textile stocks have exhibited a mixed performance so far this calendar year (CY23), amidst higher domestic cotton prices and tepid global demand. Shares of Page Industries, Dollar Industries, Lux Industries, and VIP Clothing have declined up to 13 per cent so far in CY23, as against a 9 per cent jump in the S&P BSE Sensex. On the contrary, shares of Arvind, Welspun India, Raymond, and Gokaldas Exports have gained up to 51 per cent, during the same period.

'Fight Like A Soldier, Live It Like A King/Queen'

'Fight Like A Soldier, Live It Like A King/Queen'

Rediff.com17 Apr 2023

Who is Femina Miss India Nandini Gupta?

Look, Who's Making Rakul Dance!

Look, Who's Making Rakul Dance!

Rediff.com4 May 2022

Movie star Rakul Preet Singh was the showstopper for Archana Kochhar's Malwa Melange line.

Bhagyashree Will Make You Fall In Love...

Bhagyashree Will Make You Fall In Love...

Rediff.com18 Oct 2022

The actor promoted Sanjukta Dutta's latest line of Assamese saris and weaves.

Stylish Dads And Their Ageless Fashion

Stylish Dads And Their Ageless Fashion

Rediff.com17 Jun 2023

Dapper dads who look good at every age.

Yami Keeps It Simple... And Beautiful!

Yami Keeps It Simple... And Beautiful!

Rediff.com22 Aug 2022

Yami Gautam is the queen of minimalistic style.

Malavika's Love For Saris

Malavika's Love For Saris

Rediff.com18 Jan 2022

The actress showcases the undeniable comfort of wearing a sari.

Gita Press says it accepts Gandhi Peace Prize, not Rs 1 cr cash award

Gita Press says it accepts Gandhi Peace Prize, not Rs 1 cr cash award

Rediff.com19 Jun 2023

The Gorakhpur-based Gita Press, which is the world's largest publisher of Hindu religious texts, has declined the Rs 1 crore cash award for the Gandhi Peace Prize amid a political row over its selection for the prestigious honour.

BJP will win over 300 LS seats in 2024, says Amit Shah

BJP will win over 300 LS seats in 2024, says Amit Shah

Rediff.com11 Apr 2023

Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Tuesday asserted that the Bharatiya Janata Party will win more than 300 Lok Sabha seats across the country in next year's general elections and return to power for the third consecutive term with Prime Minister Narendra Modi at the helm.

Khushi, Ananya, Rekha Rock Dior Show

Khushi, Ananya, Rekha Rock Dior Show

Rediff.com4 Apr 2023

The front seats upped the fashion quotient considerably at the Dior Gateway of India show.

How Vaishali S Wooed Milan With Desi Weaves

How Vaishali S Wooed Milan With Desi Weaves

Rediff.com26 Sep 2022

Through her Ancestral Weaves collection she gave 'the wonderful Indian weavings a universal language' at Milan.

PICS: Rustic handloom delights at Fashion Week

PICS: Rustic handloom delights at Fashion Week

Rediff.com5 Aug 2012

Here's a look at designer Shruti Sancheti's latest line, showcased on the third day of Lakme Fashion Week.