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Will contest as Independent: Sangma on Prez polls

Will contest as Independent: Sangma on Prez polls

Rediff.com21 May 2012

Ruling out withdrawal from the Presidential fray, the Nationalist Congress Party leader P A Sangma on Monday said if necessary he would contest as an Independent and "not let down" Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Jayalalithaa and Odisha Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik, who have backed him.

The coach who plotted India's downfall in women's kabaddi

The coach who plotted India's downfall in women's kabaddi

Rediff.com24 Aug 2018

India's Shailja Jain wanted to prove that she is the best kabaddi coach in the world and she has done that with Iran women's team, albeit at the expense of her own country.

PROOF: Salman Khan's growing fans overseas

PROOF: Salman Khan's growing fans overseas

Rediff.com3 Aug 2012

Salman Khan's wax figure was added in the Bollywood Zone of Madam Tussauds in New York.

Marie Antoinette pearl reaps record $36 million

Marie Antoinette pearl reaps record $36 million

Rediff.com15 Nov 2018

Going once, going twice, sold! Jewellery that belonged to Marie Antoinette, wife of King Louis XVI and arguably France's most famous queen were auctioned by Sotheby's on Wednesday as part of their "Royal jewels from the Bourbon Parma Family" event. Take a look at the gorgeous jewellery that was up for sale.

UP: Principal accused of stripping girls to 'check menstruation'

UP: Principal accused of stripping girls to 'check menstruation'

Rediff.com31 Mar 2017

The principal allegedly threatened the students of dire consequences if they disobeyed her command.

UN chief arrives; India to pitch for permanent UNSC seat

UN chief arrives; India to pitch for permanent UNSC seat

Rediff.com26 Apr 2012

India will convey its views on major regional and global issues apart from strongly pitching for an expansion of the Security Council with its inclusion as a permanent member during the four-day visit of United Nations Secretary General Ban Ki-moon, who arrived in New Delhi on Thursday.

President Patil REVIEWS HER STINT as Head of State

President Patil REVIEWS HER STINT as Head of State

Rediff.com8 Jun 2012

Weeks before stepping down from as President of India, Pratibha Patil, the first woman to become Head of State, tells Kalyani Shankar that she would like to be remembered as the President who worked for the welfare of the people

READ: Rahul's LS speech on fighting corruption

READ: Rahul's LS speech on fighting corruption

Rediff.com26 Aug 2011

All India Congress Committee General Secretary Rahul Gandhi, addressed the Parliament on Lokpal issue on Friday during Zero Hour.

Pradhyumn murder: Conductor reaches home, family narrates tale of torture

Pradhyumn murder: Conductor reaches home, family narrates tale of torture

Rediff.com23 Nov 2017

The family also alleged that he was forced to put the child in the car and when his shirt got blood stained, he was asked to wash it.

Lokpal alone can't combat corruption: Rahul Gandhi

Lokpal alone can't combat corruption: Rahul Gandhi

Rediff.com26 Aug 2011

All India Congress Committee General Secretary Rahul Gandhi, addressed the Parliament on Lokpal issue on Friday during the Zero Hour. Addressing, the Lok Sabha, the Gandhi scion said, "the fight against corruption needs a strong political will." Rahul Gandhi also thanked Anna for creating awareness on the issue of corruption.

Here's why badminton players need Sushma Swaraj's help

Here's why badminton players need Sushma Swaraj's help

Rediff.com4 Jul 2017

Top shuttlers, including Parupalli Kashyap and H S Prannoy, are waiting for their passports to fly out of the country.

Modi holds day-long fast at Dwarka

Modi holds day-long fast at Dwarka

Rediff.com16 Oct 2011

Launching the second round of his Sadhbhavna mission, Gujarat Chief Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday observed a day-long fast in Dwarka, saying he wanted to "expose" those trying to defame Gujarat.

Big B's new abode? Times Square!

Big B's new abode? Times Square!

Rediff.com22 May 2009

A wax replica of Amitabh Bachchan was unveiled at Madame Tussauds New York's all-new Bollywood Zone.

Who's the most painful on Simi's new show?

Who's the most painful on Simi's new show?

Rediff.com2 Aug 2011

Take this fun poll!

Must-read! Bipasha Basu's advice to all working women

Must-read! Bipasha Basu's advice to all working women

Rediff.com18 Mar 2019

Want to excel in your career? Don't know how to get to the top? Bipasha Basu shares some tricks and tips.

Modi attacks PM, Sonia; says LS polls all about decisive PM

Modi attacks PM, Sonia; says LS polls all about decisive PM

Rediff.com17 Apr 2014

Launching a frontal attack against the Congress top brass including Manmohan Singh, Bharatiya Janata Party leader Narendra Modi on Thursday took swipes at him over a book written by his former aide and said the current Lok Sabha polls was all about a "decisive" prime minister.

READ: Justice Soumitra Sen's resignation letter

READ: Justice Soumitra Sen's resignation letter

Rediff.com2 Sep 2011

The transcript of the resignation letter of Justice Soumitra Sen -- -- against whom the Rajya Sabha has passed an impeachment resolution -- that was sent to Lok Sabha Speaker Meira Kumar

Sheena Bora Trial: The Simple Witness

Sheena Bora Trial: The Simple Witness

Rediff.com27 Feb 2019

Maruti Warke's basic understanding illustrated how far outside the system most less privileged Indians are -- simple, innocent people barely but admirably eking out an existence, with almost no knowledge of their surroundings or owning even the basic smarts to go about life. The same people who instinctively and often astutely vote governments into and out of office in New Delhi without knowing the entire reality of this country. The folks who are actually the essence of India.

Classic retro glamour at Fashion Week

Classic retro glamour at Fashion Week

Rediff.com15 Mar 2011

Take a look at designer Harangad Singh's line, presented on the final day of the LFW.

'Honour sacrifices made for India's freedom'

'Honour sacrifices made for India's freedom'

Rediff.com12 Aug 2010

"Madam Speaker, I rise today to commemorate August 15th as Indian Independence Day -- a day for all Americans to honour the hardships and sacrifices that paved the road to Indian freedom," Republican Congresswoman Judy Biggert said in her speech on the House of Representatives on Tuesday.

Obama's address to Parliament: The transcript

Obama's address to Parliament: The transcript

Rediff.com8 Nov 2010

The transcript of the speech President Barack Obama delivered in Parliament on Monday evening

'I won't be wearing a swimsuit in the Bigg Boss house'

'I won't be wearing a swimsuit in the Bigg Boss house'

Rediff.com20 Sep 2018

'Although I have been working in the industry for two decades, people don't know me well. They think I am snooty and an introvert.'

Why is Sonia silent on coal-gate, 2G, asks Modi

Why is Sonia silent on coal-gate, 2G, asks Modi

Rediff.com7 Nov 2013

Narendra Modi on Thursday trained his guns on Sonia Gandhi, saying she should speak up on coal and 2G spectrum scams as he alleged that the Congress was "misleading" the country on issues like development, inflation and employment generation.

How to avoid Internet banking frauds

How to avoid Internet banking frauds

Rediff.com12 Apr 2011

Pointers for gullible consumers to protect themselves against fraudulent practices that may lead to loss of vital information and money.

Sheena Bora Trial: Indrani didn't want Rahul around

Sheena Bora Trial: Indrani didn't want Rahul around

Rediff.com12 Jan 2019

The night before Sheena was allegedly killed, 'Indrani Madam instructed me to not send anyone up to her flat.' 'She told me to especially not allow Rahul Mukerjea.'

Just who is Justin Bieber?

Just who is Justin Bieber?

Rediff.com17 Mar 2011

We take a closer look at the teen singing sensation.

Makeovers for Zac Efron, Miley Cyrus

Makeovers for Zac Efron, Miley Cyrus

Rediff.com3 Aug 2010

Get your low down on what's happening in the world of Hollywood, right here!

My wife's lost interest in sex. Is it normal?

My wife's lost interest in sex. Is it normal?

Rediff.com9 Jun 2021

In her weekly QnA with Rediff readers, life coach and mental health guru Anu Krishna addresses issues relating to mental health and offers solutions.

Mallika: It's my body; no one tells me how much to show

Mallika: It's my body; no one tells me how much to show

Rediff.com13 Oct 2010

'If eyebrows were raised in Murder and Khwahish, people will be bowled over by Hisss,' Mallika Sherawat promises.

A 4-hour wait, and a 2-minute address

A 4-hour wait, and a 2-minute address

Rediff.com16 May 2014

A Ganesh Nadar reports from the much-anticipated press conference of Sonia Gandhi and Rahul Gandhi following the Congress's dismal performance at the elections.

'Indians must have access to basic utilities'

'Indians must have access to basic utilities'

Rediff.com15 Feb 2010

A draft of the infrastructure portion of the Budget speech for Pranab Mukherjee's consideration.

SRK 'honoured' in Hollywood

SRK 'honoured' in Hollywood

Rediff.com29 Jan 2010

The actor's lifelike wax figure was reportedly unveiled at renowned Madame Tussauds Wax Museum in Hollywood on Friday.

Women's bill to be brought in LS soon: Govt

Women's bill to be brought in LS soon: Govt

Rediff.com21 Aug 2010

The much-awaited women's reservation bill will be brought to the Lok Sabha soon, the government said on Saturday.

Cong conspired to remove me: Jagan writes to Sonia

Cong conspired to remove me: Jagan writes to Sonia

Rediff.com29 Nov 2010

In a five-page letter to Congress president Sonia Gandhi, which was first read out on his television channel Sakshi TV on Monday morning, Jagan Reddy explained the reasons behind his decision. This is the text of his letter:

How Nitish turned the tide in his favour

How Nitish turned the tide in his favour

Rediff.com26 Nov 2010

Kumar managed to turn popular opinion in his favour by doing just two things: ensuring he took over the work of ministers -- like Bijendra Yadav -- whose charge had befallen some disaster and posting trusted bureaucrats in the ministry.

Robert Pattinson most kissed wax figure at Tussauds

Robert Pattinson most kissed wax figure at Tussauds

Rediff.com7 Jul 2010

Get your low down on what's happening in the world of Hollywood, right here!

Tendulkar recalls 'happy dents' of World Cup triumph

Tendulkar recalls 'happy dents' of World Cup triumph

Rediff.com24 Apr 2018

Dents on a car are not known to please its owner but Indian cricket legend Sachin Tendulkar calls the ones on his 'happy dents' as they are a reminder of his first and only World Cup triumph.

'There is mafia raj in Punjab': Congress MP

'There is mafia raj in Punjab': Congress MP

Rediff.com3 Aug 2020

'The chief minister has said on the floor of the House that he knows everything (about the criminal-politician mafia).' 'If you know about this nexus, why aren't you acting against them?' 'Ask him why is he so helpless.'

Shivrajkumar, 100 not out!

Shivrajkumar, 100 not out!

Rediff.com3 Feb 2010

Much hype and hoopla over the launch of the actor's forthcoming Kannada film, Jogaiah.

Vidya in the Hindi remake of Bengali film Rajkahini

Vidya in the Hindi remake of Bengali film Rajkahini

Rediff.com12 Feb 2016

The film will be shot in Punjab and is likely to release early next year.