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Rahul Gandhi Can No Longer Act Like An Insolent Schoolboy

Rahul Gandhi Can No Longer Act Like An Insolent Schoolboy

Rediff.com27 Feb 2024

Anger cannot be an end in itself to Rahul Gandhi's politics -- it must instead catalyse a new political strategy, argues Nilanjan Mukhopadhyay.

Music composer Anil Biswas passes away

Music composer Anil Biswas passes away

Rediff.com31 May 2003

He was 89 and is survived by two sons and a daughter. The creamation would take place on Sunday, his daughter, Shikha Vohra, told PTI.

'Nobody's scared in Israel, they're the bravest race'

'Nobody's scared in Israel, they're the bravest race'

Rediff.com16 Oct 2023

'IDF (the Israeli Defence Forces) soldiers, be it a girl or a boy, they may look very cute, but you cannot mess with them.' 'People are serving their country at 95 years of age. That's the greatest example of patriotism.'

Band, bajaa and masti: Indians celebrate Independence Day in New York

Band, bajaa and masti: Indians celebrate Independence Day in New York

Rediff.com22 Aug 2016

The 36th India Day Parade ran through about 13 streets in Madison avenue in Manhattan.

Mughal-e-Azam Captivates America

Mughal-e-Azam Captivates America

Rediff.com13 Jun 2023

While the Mughals seems to be receding from text books and memory, the stage presentation of Mughal-e-Azam is spreading its message of love in North America.

India-Canada Feud: Will Diljit's Films Pay The Price?

India-Canada Feud: Will Diljit's Films Pay The Price?

Rediff.com22 Sep 2023

A source close to the Censor Board says the issue of cinema on Punjab is no more a censorial concern. 'It is now seen as a matter of national security.'

'Sam Loved Chhole Bature'

'Sam Loved Chhole Bature'

Rediff.com28 Nov 2023

'I am grateful that this film has happened, it makes me so proud of the country and of the Indian Army.' Brandy Batliwala, Field Marshal Sam Manekshaw's eldest grandchild, on the man behind the hero.

IPL: The Cheerleaders Are Back!

IPL: The Cheerleaders Are Back!

Rediff.com3 Apr 2023

The cheerleaders, an integral part of the T20 league, were absent from the last three IPL seasons because of COVID-19 restrictions.

'Farewell Disco King'

'Farewell Disco King'

Rediff.com16 Feb 2022

'Thank you for the memories.'

The '90s Bollywood Heroines Are Back!

The '90s Bollywood Heroines Are Back!

Rediff.com24 Jan 2024

The OTT boom has proved a boon for a lot of hibernating '90s beauties as they rediscover themselves in exciting new avatars.

Have you heard Suryakant Sawhney sing?

Have you heard Suryakant Sawhney sing?

Rediff.com11 Mar 2020

Hindi lyrics are no bar to the global appeal of his music.

PIX: Shah Rukh Khan, Arjun Kapoor perform at Mirchi Music awards

PIX: Shah Rukh Khan, Arjun Kapoor perform at Mirchi Music awards

Rediff.com1 Mar 2016

Check out the arrivals.

Crime, Cricket, Christmas On OTT!

Crime, Cricket, Christmas On OTT!

Rediff.com9 Dec 2023

Sukanya Verma's OTT recommendations this week.

Vicky Kaushal's Best Performance? VOTE!

Vicky Kaushal's Best Performance? VOTE!

Rediff.com28 Nov 2023

Steadily marching ahead for almost a decade now on the strength of his unassuming versatility, the 35 year old is ready to showcase his mettle in one of the most challenging roles of his career as India's first Field Marshal Sam Manekshaw in Meghna Gulzar's biopic, Sam Bahadur.

Parineeti-Raghav's Unique Pre-Wedding Rituals

Parineeti-Raghav's Unique Pre-Wedding Rituals

Rediff.com3 Oct 2023

Parineeti Chopra and Raghav Chadha's pre-wedding rituals were nothing what you'd expect.

Lok Sabha proceedings begin in new Parliament building

Lok Sabha proceedings begin in new Parliament building

Rediff.com19 Sep 2023

Lok Sabha proceedings on Tuesday began in the new Parliament building, located adjacent to the old one, starting a new chapter in the parliamentary history of India.

This American Actress To Perform At Modi's event

This American Actress To Perform At Modi's event

Rediff.com18 Jun 2023

African American singer and actress Mary Millben, known for her moving rendition of Om Jai Jagadish Hare and Jana Gana Mana, will perform at a diaspora event to be attended by Prime Minister Narendra D Modi in Washington, DC on June 23.

Amit Sana wants to learn Western music

Amit Sana wants to learn Western music

Rediff.com22 Aug 2005

The Indian Idol runner up loves Backstreet Boys.

10 OTT Shows That Make Us Nostalgic

10 OTT Shows That Make Us Nostalgic

Rediff.com22 Aug 2023

Many films and shows go back in time to bring alive so many fading and forgotten memories.

'Without music I can't breathe. And he asked me to stop singing'

'Without music I can't breathe. And he asked me to stop singing'

Rediff.com3 Mar 2017

'How can anyone ask me to stop what I have been doing since I was 6?'

White House Is Ready To Welcome Modi

White House Is Ready To Welcome Modi

Rediff.com21 Jun 2023

As soon as you enter the White House you get a sense of the frenzied pace of preparation for Prime Minister Modi's visit, Rediff.com US Contributor Abhijit J Masih discovers on a visit to 1600, Pennsylvania Avenue on Tuesday morning.

'North-South Divide Is Very Worrying'

'North-South Divide Is Very Worrying'

Rediff.com4 Dec 2023

'Every Indian who is concerned about the unity, integrity and the map of India should be worried about this growing divide.'

'It's crazy to get into English music after growing up in Benaras'

'It's crazy to get into English music after growing up in Benaras'

Rediff.com14 Dec 2015

'I don't miss college because I don't know what's like. What I'm doing is something special; I wouldn't trade it for a normal life.' The Stage winner Yatharth Ratnum gets ready for a new phase in his life.

I don't have anything to say to those opposing music: Zubin

I don't have anything to say to those opposing music: Zubin

Rediff.com6 Sep 2013

Mehta, an Indian-origin maestro in western classical music who conducts the Bavarian State Orchestra, refused to comment on the controversies surrounding the performance of his troupe in Shalimar Bagh gardens, saying he was just here to play music.

Jilted ex-lover planted bomb in home theatre to kill couple

Jilted ex-lover planted bomb in home theatre to kill couple

Rediff.com5 Apr 2023

The Chhattisgarh police have solved the case of a home theatre music system explosion in Kabirdham district and arrested the former lover of a newly married woman for allegedly planting a bomb in the electronic device with an intention to kill the couple, an official said on Wednesday.

How Smart TV Is Changing India

How Smart TV Is Changing India

Rediff.com23 Feb 2024

The way video is being watched and monetised is changing. This is the first thing that stands out as the penetration of smart TVs continues to rise.

Pix: Rajinikanth, Akshay, Amy get ready for 2.0's music launch

Pix: Rajinikanth, Akshay, Amy get ready for 2.0's music launch

Rediff.com27 Oct 2017

The Superstar takes 2.0 to Dubai and reveals a few secrets.

Vijay Deverakonda Starts A New Film With Sreeleela

Vijay Deverakonda Starts A New Film With Sreeleela

Rediff.com4 May 2023

Sreeleela will star in the actor's 12th film, tentatively titled VD 12, and he posted pictures from its pooja ceremony.

What Makes Zeenat Aman Cringe

What Makes Zeenat Aman Cringe

Rediff.com6 Jul 2023

Ever since Zeenat Aman arrived on social media, she has been giving us interesting nuggets from her life.

Global melodies, India-style

Global melodies, India-style

Rediff.com14 May 2005

Hamara Bajaj Kindled Pride in Being Indian

Hamara Bajaj Kindled Pride in Being Indian

Rediff.com24 Feb 2022

In 1989 when Bajaj came out with their legendary and elegant Hamara Bajaj campaign, that looked more at apna India, rather than the scooter, and at all hues of scootered Indians, it drew millions of eyeballs and was brilliantly successful.

Pahlaj Nihalani's musical gift to Prime Minister Modi

Pahlaj Nihalani's musical gift to Prime Minister Modi

Rediff.com6 Aug 2015

The Censor board chief doesn't want to talk about it though.

Is He India's Finest Director Of Romcoms?

Is He India's Finest Director Of Romcoms?

Rediff.com28 Feb 2024

Girish AD doesn't make romantic comedies so much as he elevates the genre, observes Sreehari Nair.

Court Verdict Reopens Question On Hindu Identity

Court Verdict Reopens Question On Hindu Identity

Rediff.com13 Feb 2024

What should be made out of the Madras high court order involving non-Hindus' entry into Hindu temples, when many non-Hindus are among the hundreds of thousands that have been worshipping at these temples for generations, asks N Sathiya Moorthy.

Women shouldn't wear jeans, says music legend Yesudas

Women shouldn't wear jeans, says music legend Yesudas

Rediff.com3 Oct 2014

Legendary singer K J Yesudas has suggested that women should avoid wearing jeans, saying it goes against Indian culture.

Bengaluru court orders Twitter to block Congress, yatra handles

Bengaluru court orders Twitter to block Congress, yatra handles

Rediff.com7 Nov 2022

A dedicated commercial court for Bengaluru Urban District has directed micro-blogging site Twitter to block the handles of the Indian National Congress (INC) and its 'Bharat Jodo Yatra' till the next date of hearing.

PIX: Mumbai Indians unwind at team bonding session

PIX: Mumbai Indians unwind at team bonding session

Rediff.com1 Sep 2020

Mumbai Indians players finally got a chance to mingle with each other off the field as the franchise had its first team bonding session in Abu Dhabi on Monday.

VOTE: Who's Your Favourite Jawan Lady?

VOTE: Who's Your Favourite Jawan Lady?

Rediff.com11 Sep 2023

Loved the masala entertainer? Who according to you is the best-dressed actress. Take the poll and let us know.

WATCH: The Indian rap queen with a sexy voice

WATCH: The Indian rap queen with a sexy voice

Rediff.com5 Aug 2019

International hip-hop artiste Raja Kumari talks about fighting criticism, her love for India and finding the country's next big talent.

Review: Sweet Kaaram Coffee Takes Us On A Joyride

Review: Sweet Kaaram Coffee Takes Us On A Joyride

Rediff.com6 Jul 2023

This is the kind of essential saas-bahu banter we don't mind tolerating on our screens, Divya Nair tells us.