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Ravindra Jadeja's Family Feud In The Open

Ravindra Jadeja's Family Feud In The Open

Rediff.com9 Feb 2024

Ravindra Jadeja's father, Anirudhsinh, has opened up about the strained ties with the star all-rounder and his wife, Rivaba Jadeja.

Passports of NRIs who don't register marriages to be seized

Passports of NRIs who don't register marriages to be seized

Rediff.com11 Feb 2019

The draft law also allows courts to send summonses and warrants to the accused through a specially designated website to be hosted by the Ministry of External Affairs.

Gangster Sandeep weds 'Madam Minz', returns to Tihar

Gangster Sandeep weds 'Madam Minz', returns to Tihar

Rediff.com12 Mar 2024

Once a wanted criminal with a reward of Rs 7 lakh on his head, Sandeep from Sonipat got a six-hour parole for his wedding from a Delhi court.

No UCC in Uttarakhand yet, but HC asks couple to register under it

No UCC in Uttarakhand yet, but HC asks couple to register under it

Rediff.com20 Jul 2024

In an order that has left people surprised, the Uttarakhand high court has asked police to provide security to an interfaith live-in couple if they register their relationship within 48 hours under the Uniform Civil Code (UCC), which is yet to be implemented in the state.

10 ways to save your marriage from failure

10 ways to save your marriage from failure

Rediff.com27 Sep 2019

At times it is better to wave the fight flag even if you are not at fault, says Leena Paranjpe.

Modi 3.0: Focus Shifts To Governance

Modi 3.0: Focus Shifts To Governance

Rediff.com7 Oct 2024

'It would be reasonable to assume that Modi 3.0 would be more focused on projects and schemes which do not require any legislative change or which have the support of its coalition partners,' asserts A K Bhattacharya.

Ullozhukku Review: Must Watch!

Ullozhukku Review: Must Watch!

Rediff.com24 Jun 2024

What makes Ullozhukku worth recommending is its ability to surrender to the surprises and yet grow with its characters, observes Divya Nair.

Why Did Esha Deol-Bharat Takhtani Split?

Why Did Esha Deol-Bharat Takhtani Split?

Rediff.com7 Feb 2024

Did Bharat feel 'neglected' after their second daughter's birth?

Kamal@70: The Motto He Believes In

Kamal@70: The Motto He Believes In

Rediff.com7 Nov 2024

'Kamal has surfed and navigated a lot of tidal waves, manoeuvring the peaks and troughs, combining rare intelligence and commonly available intuitions to overcome unimaginable crises all his life.' 'There is no looking back at the past, for his only motto has been 'Tomorrow belongs to us'!'

9 warning signs your marriage is on the rocks

9 warning signs your marriage is on the rocks

Rediff.com12 Sep 2019

Lack of intimacy is an obvious reason of concern that everything is not good in your relationship, says Leena Paranjpe.

UP 'love jihad' law: 35 arrests, dozen FIRs in a month

UP 'love jihad' law: 35 arrests, dozen FIRs in a month

Rediff.com26 Dec 2020

Nearly a dozen first information reports have been lodged since the Prohibition of Unlawful Conversion of Religion Ordinance, 2020, was notified on November 27.

Zindaginama Review: Empathetic

Zindaginama Review: Empathetic

Rediff.com11 Oct 2024

Zindaginama keeps its tone hopeful and steers away from making the stories tragic or depressing, observes Deepa Gahlot.

'The only hope is Uniform Civil Code'

'The only hope is Uniform Civil Code'

Rediff.com24 Jul 2023

'UCC should be across India and legally applicable to every Indian citizen.'

Why Anjali Sacrificed Her Career For Sachin

Why Anjali Sacrificed Her Career For Sachin

Rediff.com3 Oct 2024

Anjali quickly decided not to pursue her career in medicine. If she had worked in a government hospital, she would have had to do her fair share of nights and weekends in hospital, which would have been tough when Sachin was back in Bombay between tours. Had she worked in private practice as Dr Anjali Tendulkar, she reckoned she would be consulted for her name rather than her expertise. Anjali is an all-or nothing person and she couldn't have just dabbled in doctoring. Moreover, she wanted to devote herself to keeping her husband in the right frame of mind to play his best cricket. A fascinating excerpt from Annabel Mehta and Georgina Brown's book, My Passage to India.

6 Tips To Bond With Your In-Laws Better

6 Tips To Bond With Your In-Laws Better

Rediff.com13 May 2022

Most often what creates issues is HOW things are being said as compared to WHAT is being said, explains Pooja Khera, happiness, wellbeing and relationship coach.

Fear honour killing? Declare in marriage forms: CIC to lovers

Fear honour killing? Declare in marriage forms: CIC to lovers

Rediff.com11 Aug 2016

Information Commissioner Sridhar Acharyulu also suggested that couples may be allowed to seek police protection from the registrar where marriage is to be performed under the Special Marriage Act.

Husband gives triple talaq on phone as wife refuses to...

Husband gives triple talaq on phone as wife refuses to...

Rediff.com22 Dec 2023

Circle Officer (Sadar) Shilpa Verma on Friday said based on the complaint lodged by Tarannum, a case has been registered against her husband Mohammad Raseed at the Dhanepur police station in Gonda, Uttar Pradesh, and the matter is being investigated.

'Why should our girls face discrimination?'

'Why should our girls face discrimination?'

Rediff.com20 Mar 2023

'In a secular society where women are treated equally by law, I want the same equal status for my daughters in society, on par with all the boys.'

Malik denies alleged marriage

Malik denies alleged marriage

Rediff.com6 Feb 2008

A love affair between Pakistan's cricket captain and an Indian girl has turned sour with Shoaib Malik accusing her Muslim family of trying to commit an internet marriage fraud with him.

Separating from In-laws? 10 Tips for You

Separating from In-laws? 10 Tips for You

Rediff.com9 Jul 2021

Being polite and respectful is the best choice you can make to avoid any embarrassment or bitterness, advises wellness coach Pooja Khera.

Interfaith marriages: Celebrating diversity

Interfaith marriages: Celebrating diversity

Rediff.com2 Jul 2007

Every relationship requires communication and trust. Nevertheless, interfaith marriages have a few more challenges to face than couples of the same faith.

What Married Women Must Know About Money

What Married Women Must Know About Money

Rediff.com11 Mar 2024

Make financial planning a part of your education and definitely a part of your marriage, says financial planner Sheetal Jhaveri.

Decriminalisation of adultery will destroy sanctity of marriage: Centre to SC

Decriminalisation of adultery will destroy sanctity of marriage: Centre to SC

Rediff.com11 Jul 2018

Section 497 supports, safeguards and protects the institution of marriage, the SC said.

Watch Raj Kapoor's Films On OTT

Watch Raj Kapoor's Films On OTT

Rediff.com16 Dec 2024

The world is celebrating Raj Kapoor's birth centenary, but when was the last time you watched an RK film?

HC questions Islamic minor marriage

HC questions Islamic minor marriage

Rediff.com16 Oct 2006

Nazreen's mother had earlier filed the petition seeking production of her minor daughter who she said was under the illegal custody of Arif.

NCW wants mandatory marriage registration

NCW wants mandatory marriage registration

Rediff.com28 Apr 2005

Marriage registration will curb child marriages, says NCW.

Maratha activist Jarange calls off fast, vents ire on BJP

Maratha activist Jarange calls off fast, vents ire on BJP

Rediff.com24 Jul 2024

Maratha activist Manoj Jarange on Wednesday suspended his indefinite fast, which he began five days ago over the quota issue, stating that his community members say they want him alive to fight for the cause.

Marriage registration not Islamic: Muslim board

Marriage registration not Islamic: Muslim board

Rediff.com24 Jan 2008

"Any marriage in Islam is certified by three people including a Kazi, and there is no need for any other certification. Muslims are governed by their own rules which are different from the rules of other communities," a member of the New All-India Muslim Personal Law Board said.

Can same sex couples adopt children? Why not, says SC

Can same sex couples adopt children? Why not, says SC

Rediff.com10 May 2023

Indian laws permit an individual to adopt a child irrespective of marital status, the Supreme Court said on Wednesday while asserting that the law recognises there may be situations apart from an "ideal family" having its own biological children.

SC seeks Centre's stand on plea against marital rape exception

SC seeks Centre's stand on plea against marital rape exception

Rediff.com17 May 2024

Under the exception given in Section 375 of the IPC, sexual intercourse or sexual acts by a man with his wife, the wife not being minor, is not rape.

'Why Are People Willing To Suffer For A Government Job?'

'Why Are People Willing To Suffer For A Government Job?'

Rediff.com26 Sep 2024

'When I asked whether they would choose a government job that offered Rs 30,000 a month or a private job that offered them Rs 3 lakh a month, without exception, everybody said, "I would rather have the government job!"'

Legislature needs to revisit laws to suit realities: CJI

Legislature needs to revisit laws to suit realities: CJI

Rediff.com25 Sep 2021

The Chief Justice of India, Justice N V Ramana Saturday said the Legislature needs to revisit laws and reform them to suit the needs of time and people so that they match 'practical realities'.

Hetavi, Melwyn's Amazing Love Story

Hetavi, Melwyn's Amazing Love Story

Rediff.com14 Feb 2024

'Marriage brings families together and Hetavi worked hard to fit into ours without causing any kind of disruption,' says Melwyn Coelho.

Modi hid facts about his marriage, broke law: Congress complains to EC

Modi hid facts about his marriage, broke law: Congress complains to EC

Rediff.com11 Apr 2014

Gujarat Chief Minister Narendra Modi could be in double trouble with Congress moving the Election Commission over his alleged "wrong" affidavits in the past on his marital status and government saying that a judge for the snoopgate probe will be named soon.

Uniform Civil Code bill tabled in Utt'khand assembly amid Jai Shri Ram chants

Uniform Civil Code bill tabled in Utt'khand assembly amid Jai Shri Ram chants

Rediff.com6 Feb 2024

Several Bharatiya Janata Party-ruled states in the country, including Gujarat and Assam, have expressed their keenness to follow the Uttarakhand UCC as a model.

SC rules in 27-yr marital discord case for octogenarian couple, denies divorce

SC rules in 27-yr marital discord case for octogenarian couple, denies divorce

Rediff.com12 Oct 2023

The top court said despite the increasing trend of filing divorce proceedings in courts, the institution of marriage is still considered to be a pious, spiritual and invaluable emotional life-net between couples in the Indian society.

Same-sex wedding: After SC snub, call for legislative action

Same-sex wedding: After SC snub, call for legislative action

Rediff.com17 Oct 2023

With the Supreme Court declining to accord legal recognition to same-sex marriage on Tuesday, a section of the LGBTQ+ community, petitioners and activists highlighted the positives in the ruling and called for legislative action while others expressed dismay and concern.

Imran Khan ties knot to 'spiritual adviser' in third marriage

Imran Khan ties knot to 'spiritual adviser' in third marriage

Rediff.com19 Feb 2018

Khan got closer to Bushra Bibi when he started visiting her over a year ago to seek spiritual advice.

What went wrong in Guru Dutt's marriage?

What went wrong in Guru Dutt's marriage?

Rediff.com9 Feb 2021

'He began to find her boring. She felt lonely and unwanted.'