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'There Will Never Be Another Zakir Hussain'

'There Will Never Be Another Zakir Hussain'

Rediff.com26 Dec 2024

'Zakir bhai always said, 'koi chala nahi jata hai', he believed even after death, you left something of yourself behind and he has left so much of himself behind.'

History in Minutes: The Meerut Conspiracy Case

History in Minutes: The Meerut Conspiracy Case

Rediff.com18 Mar 2025

The Meerut Conspiracy Case was aimed at curbing communist influence in India. However, it fueled nationwide sympathy, shaping the course of leftist politics in the country.

Niharika's Quirky Style

Niharika's Quirky Style

Rediff.com12 Sep 2024

Niharika Lyra Dutt's style is as hatke as her name; she is clearly a fashionista in the making.

HC reduces life in prison sentence for 5 in gang-rape case to life term

HC reduces life in prison sentence for 5 in gang-rape case to life term

Rediff.com26 Jun 2023

The five men approached the high court challenging their conviction and sentence.

'Shivaji, Sambhaji Were Secular, Visionary Kings'

'Shivaji, Sambhaji Were Secular, Visionary Kings'

Rediff.com27 Mar 2025

'Shivaji and Sambhaji followed the gospel of humanity. 'They did not discriminate based on religion, caste, or colour.' 'That is the beauty of Shivaji and Sambhaji's Hindvi Swaraj.'

Politics over NEP heats up, TN to protest on Tuesday

Politics over NEP heats up, TN to protest on Tuesday

Rediff.com17 Feb 2025

Tamil Nadu is set to protest against the National Education Policy (NEP) on February 18, with the ruling DMK and its allies announcing a demonstration. The state government has been at odds with the Centre over the implementation of the NEP and the three-language formula proposed in the policy. Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan dismissed the state's opposition as "politics" and asserted that the Centre is committed to implementing the NEP across the country. The DMK, however, accused the Centre of encroaching on the state's rights and using the office of the Governor to push the NEP.

Kinnar akhara opens doors for transgenders to Kumbh Mela

Kinnar akhara opens doors for transgenders to Kumbh Mela

Rediff.com21 Jan 2025

The Akhil Bharatiya Kinnar Akhara is the 14th akhara at the Maha Kumbh.

Meet Amala Paul's Therapist

Meet Amala Paul's Therapist

Rediff.com19 Sep 2022

Where did celebs travel over the weekend?

'Entrepreneurship needs a lot of resilience'

'Entrepreneurship needs a lot of resilience'

Rediff.com22 Nov 2023

'We all face challenges in life. It's our approach towards them that absolutely decides what you become.'

The Greatest Teachers In My Life

The Greatest Teachers In My Life

Rediff.com5 Sep 2023

A Ganesh Nadar shares the unforgettable lessons his teachers have taught him.

3 money lessons from Ramzan

3 money lessons from Ramzan

Rediff.com5 Jul 2016

The principles and lessons of Ramzan are not just applicable to Muslims, but contain the wisdom that can help one and all whether in life or with one's finances.

'Nothing shocks me about Indian relationships'

'Nothing shocks me about Indian relationships'

Rediff.com11 Mar 2024

'Nobody really talks about the middle of relationships or the mundane parts... (When the end comes) we think, "Wow, this is the worst time of my life. This is horrible. It's never been worse". But actually, I feel the endings are what makes us who we are.'

Dr Singh's final journey to begin tomorrow at 9.30 am

Dr Singh's final journey to begin tomorrow at 9.30 am

Rediff.com27 Dec 2024

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Congress leaders Sonia Gandhi and Mallikarjun Kharge were among the top leaders who paid homage to former prime minister Manmohan Singh at his home in New Delhi on Friday.

What Sudha And Akshata Murty Don't Want...

What Sudha And Akshata Murty Don't Want...

Rediff.com27 Jan 2025

Sudha and Akshata Murthy's candid confessions about each other.

Naomi Osaka gives life update

Naomi Osaka gives life update

Rediff.com12 Jan 2023

Osaka had withdrawn from the Australian Open on Sunday, without giving a reason for her pull out.

Balasaheb would have broken Sawant's mouth: Shinde

Balasaheb would have broken Sawant's mouth: Shinde

Rediff.com2 Nov 2024

Sawant, MP of Mumbai South, claimed that his remark was being misinterpreted, while Shaina, who is contesting from Mumbadevi assembly seat in the city, said it showed the mentality of the Uddhav Thackeray-led party.

'I Feel Like I Have Lost My Father Again'

'I Feel Like I Have Lost My Father Again'

Rediff.com27 Dec 2024

'After Om's untimely demise, he would call us every Sunday for the next two years to ask, "How are you doing my dear? How's the young fella?"'

'Don't give in to people's opinions easily'

'Don't give in to people's opinions easily'

Rediff.com15 Apr 2019

S Balaji from Trichy shares an important life lesson he learnt.

Management lessons you learn from real life

Management lessons you learn from real life

Rediff.com29 Nov 2006

It is always important to ask not just the whys and the whats, but also by whom and by when.

Manmohan Singh's last rites to be performed with full State honours

Manmohan Singh's last rites to be performed with full State honours

Rediff.com27 Dec 2024

Former Indian Prime Minister Manmohan Singh passed away at the age of 92 on Thursday. He will be given a state funeral with full state honors at Nigambodh Ghat on Saturday. Singh served as Prime Minister from 2004 to 2014 and was known for his role in India's economic reforms. Leaders from across the political spectrum paid their respects to the departed leader, highlighting his contributions to the nation.

'Overdoing something good for others is a burden'

'Overdoing something good for others is a burden'

Rediff.com27 Apr 2019

Prof Palanki Suryanarayana, 75, from Bengaluru shares a lesson he learnt.

'The Titan Flies Away Into The Ages'

'The Titan Flies Away Into The Ages'

Rediff.com10 Oct 2024

'Some icons are living textbooks, teaching us about leadership, success, and legacy. Extraordinary yet human and approachable, they inspire and guide us.' 'India has lost a true son and champion.'

'Disgusting To See Bangladeshis Turning Backs On India'

'Disgusting To See Bangladeshis Turning Backs On India'

Rediff.com28 Feb 2025

'The present generation, either due to historical amnesia or political propaganda, has been fed a narrative that paints India as an adversary rather than an ally.'

Shubhanshu Shukla Is All Set For Space

Shubhanshu Shukla Is All Set For Space

Rediff.com11 Feb 2025

Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla Shukla says Wing Commander Rakesh Sharma -- the first Indian to travel to space --has been advising him about the space flight.

7 lessons I learnt from Life Of Pi

7 lessons I learnt from Life Of Pi

Rediff.com10 Dec 2012

Pritam Roy, founder and CEO of Gomolo.com shares some of the lessons he learnt from Ang Lee's recent movie.

BJP Hands 'Tamil Pride' On A Platter To DMK

BJP Hands 'Tamil Pride' On A Platter To DMK

Rediff.com6 Mar 2025

If the DMK is able to sustain the momentum until the assembly polls, the AIADMK especially and the PMK and possibly the infant TVK too would find it hard to sign up with the BJP, explains N Sathiya Moorthy.

'Stop Bringing Up The Same Incident!

'Stop Bringing Up The Same Incident!

Rediff.com18 Dec 2024

'If Lord Ram can forgive Manthara, if he can forgive Kaikeyi, if he can even forgive Ravan after the great battle was done, surely you can let go of this extremely small thing in comparison... not that I need your forgiveness.'

Why Chhaava Has Become Controversial

Why Chhaava Has Become Controversial

Rediff.com27 Jan 2025

Loud music, bombastic action scenes, over-the-top dialogues that don't have any ring of truth to it followed by scenes of blood-oozing bodies floating in a river definitely don't make for a magnum opus!' exclaims Prasanna D Zore after watching the Chhaava trailer.

Test cricket teaches you how to live life: Chris Gayle

Test cricket teaches you how to live life: Chris Gayle

Rediff.com23 Jun 2020

Often accused of focussing entirely on the shorter formats, Chris Gayle encouraged youngsters to strive to play Tests

Three lessons from cricket for the larger game of life

Three lessons from cricket for the larger game of life

Rediff.com16 Mar 2011

Everyone doesn't have to become a sports celebrity. Neither do they have to become a CEO. But a sense of achievement, in whatever you do, is very important.

Kamala Harris recalls her Diwali visits to India in campaign op-ed

Kamala Harris recalls her Diwali visits to India in campaign op-ed

Rediff.com3 Nov 2024

Vice President Kamala Harris, who is the Democratic presidential candidate, in an op-ed on Saturday, recollected her frequent visit to India as a child, and her mother's mission to cure cancer.

Why Satya Continues To Sting And Sing

Why Satya Continues To Sting And Sing

Rediff.com19 Feb 2025

While Satya's pleasures are palpable -- among them the poetry of the coarse language, the mercifully rough-hewn texture, the oh-so-familiar underdog story -- these pleasures hit you at a completely different speed. The movie is charged with a sense of discovery, and every shot is a cornucopia of details existing independent of the main story. It's touching, notes Sreehari Nair.

Emergency Review: Kangana's Disaster

Emergency Review: Kangana's Disaster

Rediff.com17 Jan 2025

Kangana Ranaut's decline as an actor feels complete, observes Utkarsh Mishra.

'SELL yourself at every stage in life'

'SELL yourself at every stage in life'

Rediff.com11 Apr 2012

From books that will inspire you to dreaming beyond the obvious, read on for life lessons from these successful IIM alumni.

Ananya Leaves Her Heart In New York

Ananya Leaves Her Heart In New York

Rediff.com16 Nov 2022

Kriti's gym ready... Anushka is lost in thought... Disha raises the temperature...

Father's advice: 'Life goes on; you are not alone'

Father's advice: 'Life goes on; you are not alone'

Rediff.com19 Jun 2019

Tushar Kulkarni, 40 from Dombivali, Mumbai tells us what he learned from his father.

'Mummy Was Truly Our Universe'

'Mummy Was Truly Our Universe'

Rediff.com12 May 2024

To share your Mother's Day story with us, please mail us at getahead@rediff.co.in (subject: Mother's Day) along with your name, the place where you live, your mother's name and picture and your message about your mom.

My Superhero: The Multi-Talented Teacher

My Superhero: The Multi-Talented Teacher

Rediff.com8 Mar 2022

Rupali Goshalia from Juhu, Mumbai writes about the inspiring lessons she learnt from Prochy Master.

Have you Contra-Dated? Here's Why You Should Try It

Have you Contra-Dated? Here's Why You Should Try It

Rediff.com13 Nov 2024

Contra-dating is all about pushing boundaries. rediffGURU Ravi Mittal, CEO of online dating app Quack Quack, lists 10 reasons why everyone should try it at least once.

T20 World Cup: South Africa relieved to overcome Gous scare!

T20 World Cup: South Africa relieved to overcome Gous scare!

Rediff.com20 Jun 2024

Aiden Markram conceded that Andries Gous made life difficult for his side after the United States put the seasoned South Africans under tremendous stress in their T20 World Cup Super Eight match.