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'Is this investigative journalism?' HC to Republic TV on Sushant case

'Is this investigative journalism?' HC to Republic TV on Sushant case

Rediff.com21 Oct 2020

The Bombay HC demanded to know from the Republic TV if asking viewers who should be arrested in a case in which a probe is going on, and infringing upon a person's rights qualified as "investigative journalism".

Govt blocks 35 Pak-based YouTube channels, 2 websites

Govt blocks 35 Pak-based YouTube channels, 2 websites

Rediff.com21 Jan 2022

The ministry has also issued orders for blocking of two Twitter accounts, two Instagram accounts and one Facebook account involved in spreading 'coordinated anti-India disinformation'.

Congress demands Modi lead all-party delegation to LAC

Congress demands Modi lead all-party delegation to LAC

Rediff.com21 Jan 2022

Member of Parliament from Arunachal Pradesh Tapir Gao said on Wednesday that a teenager, identified as Miram Taron, was abducted by the People's Liberation Army from Lungta Jor area under Siyungla area on Tuesday.

Kanye West says he's running for President in 2020 polls

Kanye West says he's running for President in 2020 polls

Rediff.com5 Jul 2020

'We must now realise the promise of America by trusting God, unifying our vision and building our future. I am running for president of the United States!' West wrote on Twitter using a hashtag #2020VISION.

BJP tweets video of Rahul Gandhi at nightclub, triggers war of words

BJP tweets video of Rahul Gandhi at nightclub, triggers war of words

Rediff.com3 May 2022

The BJP tweeted a video of Rahul Gandhi apparently at a nightclub in Nepal, inviting a strong response from the Congress which said he was in the friendly country to attend the marriage function of a journalist friend and that it is not a crime to attend weddings of family and friends.

'This govt is cowardly': Priyanka on Jamia clashes

'This govt is cowardly': Priyanka on Jamia clashes

Rediff.com16 Dec 2019

'Modi ji do hear out that this is the Indian youth, it will not be suppressed and you will have to listen to their voice sooner than later'

Zomato reinstates staffer sacked over Tamil-Hindi row

Zomato reinstates staffer sacked over Tamil-Hindi row

Rediff.com19 Oct 2021

A tweet from a user who goes by the handle '@Vikash67456607' triggered a major Twitter backlash, with the hashtag 'Reject_Zomato' trending on top at the microblogging site. In response, Zomato apologised to Vikash and also issued a statement both in Tamil and English, stressing that the company stood for diversity.

Govt doing everything possible to double farmers' income: PM

Govt doing everything possible to double farmers' income: PM

Rediff.com24 Feb 2021

On the completion of two years of the Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday said his government ushered a historic increase in the minimum support price (MSP) for crops and was doing everything possible to double the income of farmers.

Noose found in garage of black US racing driver

Noose found in garage of black US racing driver

Rediff.com23 Jun 2020

Bubba Wallace was the target of a racial attack on Sunday when a noose, a symbol connected to lynching and America's slave history, was left in his team stall.

PHOTOS: The world takes to Twitter to 'Pray For London'

PHOTOS: The world takes to Twitter to 'Pray For London'

Rediff.com23 Mar 2017

In the wake of the horrifying Westminster bridge terror attacks, people are sharing posts on social media with the hashtag #PrayForLondon, and #Londonstrong.

Justice prevailed, farmers' protest vindicated: Cong

Justice prevailed, farmers' protest vindicated: Cong

Rediff.com19 Nov 2021

The Congress on Friday described the Centre's announcement to repeal three farm laws as a victory against injustice, and said arrogance had to bow its head before the peaceful satyagraha of farmers.

Govt asks Twitter to remove 1,178 'Pak-Khalistani' handles

Govt asks Twitter to remove 1,178 'Pak-Khalistani' handles

Rediff.com8 Feb 2021

Amid the 'Toolkit' controversy surrounding the ongoing farmers' protest, the central government has directed the microblogging platform Twitter to remove 1,178 Pakistani-Khalistani accounts spreading misinformation and provocative content on farmers agitation, sources said.

Smriti slams Kejriwal over his 'discuss with men' remark

Smriti slams Kejriwal over his 'discuss with men' remark

Rediff.com8 Feb 2020

Kejriwal soon hit back at her, saying the women of Delhi have decided who to vote for.

Have Pujara, Rahane played their last match for India?

Have Pujara, Rahane played their last match for India?

Rediff.com14 Jan 2022

After five failures in six completed knocks in South Africa, the two veteran batters surely seem to have played their last Test for India.

Why is #WomenHaveLegs trending?

Why is #WomenHaveLegs trending?

Rediff.com17 Sep 2020

Actors are posting pictures to demonstrate their solidarity with Anaswara Rajan who was trolled for wearing shorts.

When WFH Isn't An Option

When WFH Isn't An Option

Rediff.com5 Jan 2022

'Working from home is a privilege for many, while showing up every day to serve others is a measure of devoted service to fellow humans required of many jobs in service to each other that create a civil society,' a CEO responds to Sree Sreenivasan's Work Remotely Forever Pledge.

'Confidence is the new sexy'

'Confidence is the new sexy'

Rediff.com26 Mar 2021

A former teacher, Geeta J took to modelling at the age of 50.

Arunachal CM goes on a bike ride to promote tourism

Arunachal CM goes on a bike ride to promote tourism

Rediff.com16 Oct 2019

Khandu covered a stretch of 122 km -- Yingkiong, headquarters of Upper Siang district, to Pasighat, the headquarters of East Siang district -- on a Royal Enfield Interceptor 650 to push his state as a top tourist destination for biking and adventure sports.

Is this the world's CUTEST dog?

Is this the world's CUTEST dog?

Rediff.com4 Jun 2019

We asked you to share pics and stories of your furry companions. This is what Pratik from Sydney shared.

Twitter blocks 250 accounts for 'provocative' posts linked to farmers stir

Twitter blocks 250 accounts for 'provocative' posts linked to farmers stir

Rediff.com1 Feb 2021

Twitter has blocked several accounts and tweets after the government asked the microblogging platform to take action against 250 handles and posts for containing 'false and provocative content' related to the ongoing farmers' agitation, according to sources.

Cong says govt forgot Indira Gandhi on 50th anniversary of 1971 war

Cong says govt forgot Indira Gandhi on 50th anniversary of 1971 war

Rediff.com17 Dec 2021

Referring to his grandmother and the former PM, he said she took '32 bullets for the country' but her name was not even mentioned at a government event in New Delhi on the anniversary of the victory over Pakistan.

Brought women to centre stage, says Priyanka, ducks question on her candidature

Brought women to centre stage, says Priyanka, ducks question on her candidature

Rediff.com13 Jan 2022

The Congress has turned over a new leaf by bringing into electoral politics those who have struggled for justice, Priyanka Gandhi Vadra said on Thursday after releasing the party's first list of 125 candidates, including 50 women, for the assembly elections in Uttar Pradesh.

Hot damn! Sarah Jane Dias' swimsuit-a-day series

Hot damn! Sarah Jane Dias' swimsuit-a-day series

Rediff.com13 Jul 2018

The former beauty queen, VJ and TV host has started a smokin' hot series on Instagram.

CBSE drops controversial question after outrage, expresses regret

CBSE drops controversial question after outrage, expresses regret

Rediff.com14 Dec 2021

The Board decided to award full marks for it to students, following an outrage over the board allegedly promoting 'gender stereotyping' and supporting 'regressive notions'

International Yoga Day to be celebrated on digital platform this year

International Yoga Day to be celebrated on digital platform this year

Rediff.com5 Jun 2020

This year's theme is 'Yoga at Home and Yoga with Family' and people will be able to join the celebrations virtually at 7 am on June 21.

Govt begins 'Jan Andolan' to fight Covid; PM urges people to follow norms

Govt begins 'Jan Andolan' to fight Covid; PM urges people to follow norms

Rediff.com8 Oct 2020

The start of a 'jan andolan' (mass movement) campaign comes in view of upcoming festivals, winter season and opening up of the economy, as a lack of adherence to recommended precautions can increase cases of the infection. Modi said India's coronavirus fight is people-driven and gets great strength from its COVID warriors. He also urged the masses to unite to fight the virus.

How this acid attack survivor is redefining beauty

How this acid attack survivor is redefining beauty

Rediff.com8 Jan 2020

Acid attack survivor Laxmi Agarwal is encouraging self-love with her inspiring Instagram pics.

EPL footballers launch fund for NHS charities

EPL footballers launch fund for NHS charities

Rediff.com9 Apr 2020

With the Premier League at a standstill, the players have been criticised in the British media over the last week for resisting calls from the clubs to accept wage deferrals and cuts to reduce wage bills. The union said that the players wanted to ensure their contributions supported the clubs they play for, non-playing staff, lower league clubs and the NHS.

Gigi Hadid and Zayn Malik's adorable family Eid

Gigi Hadid and Zayn Malik's adorable family Eid

Rediff.com4 Sep 2017

The supermodel and the pop star celebrated Eid-al-Adha with their mothers.

SEE: Cops sing 'We shall overcome' during lockdown

SEE: Cops sing 'We shall overcome' during lockdown

Rediff.com3 Apr 2020

The men in white uniform, known for their no-nonsense approach while maintaining law and order, used their public address system to sing "We shall overcome" from the streets of Entally area in central Kolkata.

Chinese tennis star says she is safe in video call with Olympic official

Chinese tennis star says she is safe in video call with Olympic official

Rediff.com22 Nov 2021

The United States and Britain had also called for China to provide proof of Peng's whereabouts.

Exercise maximum restraint: UN human rights body on farmers' stir

Exercise maximum restraint: UN human rights body on farmers' stir

Rediff.com6 Feb 2021

The Office of the United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights, in a tweet said the rights to peaceful assembly and expression should be protected both offline and online.

Twitter suspends 500 accounts, restricts few others on govt request

Twitter suspends 500 accounts, restricts few others on govt request

Rediff.com10 Feb 2021

Twitter on Wednesday said it has suspended over 500 accounts, and blocked access to several others within India as it partly acceded to a government order to curb spread of misinformation and inflammatory content around farmers' protests.

PIB sets up unit to combat fake news related to govt

PIB sets up unit to combat fake news related to govt

Rediff.com29 Nov 2019

The ministry on Thursday urged people to email snapshots of any 'dubious material' they come across on any platform including social media and it will get it checked.

Rashford inspires Leeds players to donate to free school meals

Rashford inspires Leeds players to donate to free school meals

Rediff.com25 Oct 2020

Parliament on Wednesday rejected a Labour Party motion to extend free school meals until Easter 2021 from the cut-off before the half-term and winter holidays, prompting the England international to launch his campaign on social media.

Cheers Mr Parrikar! Twitter slams Goa CM over 'girls drinking beer' remark

Cheers Mr Parrikar! Twitter slams Goa CM over 'girls drinking beer' remark

Rediff.com10 Feb 2018

On Twitter, people used #GirlsWhoDrinkBeer hashtag to say cheers to Parrikar.

Investors don't come by sponsoring events abroad: Priyanka's dig at PM

Investors don't come by sponsoring events abroad: Priyanka's dig at PM

Rediff.com18 Sep 2019

The confidence of investors is "shaken" and the foundation of economic investment has "cracked", she said in a tweet in Hindi with the hashtag 'BJP bad for business'.

#ArmMeWith books, not guns: Teachers shoot down Trump's new plan

#ArmMeWith books, not guns: Teachers shoot down Trump's new plan

Rediff.com23 Feb 2018

Teachers are responding to US President Donald Trump's suggestion that arming teachers would prevent more school shootings and are using the hashtag #ArmMeWith to demand better school supplies and mental health resources, not guns.

Golden Globes: Black Lives Matter!

Golden Globes: Black Lives Matter!

Rediff.com1 Mar 2021

'Stories can change people.' 'But there's a story we have been afraid to see and hear about ourselves in this industry.' 'A story about which voices we respect and elevate, and which we tune out.' 'Story about who's offered a seat at the table and who is kept out of the rooms where the decisions are made.'

How Non-BJP States Are Paying Back Modi-Shah

How Non-BJP States Are Paying Back Modi-Shah

Rediff.com13 May 2022

Non-BJP chief ministers are retaliating. If the Centre can use its agencies to threaten, intimidate and jail its rivals, so can they. The fightback will get more intense, observes Shekhar Gupta.