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'Lucky enough to be alive': Train survivors recall brush with death

'Lucky enough to be alive': Train survivors recall brush with death

Rediff.com22 Jan 2017

Survivors of the Hirakhand Express mishap on Sunday recounted their horrific experience when the trains nine bogies and the engine jumped off the track near Kuneru in Andhra Pradesh.

The secret of boxing icon Mary Kom's success...

The secret of boxing icon Mary Kom's success...

Rediff.com14 Apr 2018

Almost every medal that is there to be taken is in her kitty but M C Mary Kom says she still trains like a maniac, the latest result of the regimen being a gold on debut at the Commonwealth Games in Gold Coast on Saturday.

Delhi gang rape: HC verdict on juvenile convict's release at 2.15 pm

Delhi gang rape: HC verdict on juvenile convict's release at 2.15 pm

Rediff.com18 Dec 2015

The HC is expected to render verdict over the release of the juvenile convict in the Delhi gang-rape case.

Why the world is worried about India

Why the world is worried about India

Rediff.com20 Dec 2019

'The feeling is growing that if India slips in the realms of liberal tenets, it will be a tragedy not only for the country, but also for the world because it will lose a remarkable role model,' notes Amulya Ganguli.

Come on, Bono, Rattle and Hum for the women of India!

Come on, Bono, Rattle and Hum for the women of India!

Rediff.com14 Dec 2019

'Bono, every time you clap your hands, a woman somewhere in the land of Ahimsa, is being abused.' 'Physically, emotionally or financially; at home, in the street or at work...' 'Maybe just for a little bit, you could tweak your humanitarian mode and turn womanitarian while in the land of Gandhi,' asks Priya Mirchandani on the eve of U2's Indian debut.

Jharkhand horror: 10-year-old raped on panchayat diktat, govt steps in

Jharkhand horror: 10-year-old raped on panchayat diktat, govt steps in

Rediff.com11 Jul 2014

The heinous rape of a 10-year old Dalit girl in Jharkhand allegedly on the diktat of a panchayat head had its echo in Rajya Sabha on Friday with the entire House demanding stringent punishment to the culprits, forcing the government to promise necessary action.

Why did Modi not visit Surat?

Why did Modi not visit Surat?

Rediff.com29 May 2019

Despite receiving so much love from Gujarat, Modi didn't bother to visit the bereaved parents of those 22 children who lost their lives in Surat, points out Jyoti Punwani.

'Will any woman accept being called Anarkali?'

'Will any woman accept being called Anarkali?'

Rediff.com25 Apr 2019

'My passion is dancing and music. What is wrong with that?'

Bulandshahr violence: 10 and 12-year-olds named in FIR for cow slaughter

Bulandshahr violence: 10 and 12-year-olds named in FIR for cow slaughter

Rediff.com5 Dec 2018

The children are cousins, one of whom is a student of class 6 and another a student of class 5.

How to protect your family wealth

How to protect your family wealth

Rediff.com7 Dec 2017

Ring fence your family's assets with a trust as this ensures fewer disputes, advises Sandeep Nerlekar.

3 Indian-origin MPs including Narayana Murthy's son-in-law inducted into UK govt

3 Indian-origin MPs including Narayana Murthy's son-in-law inducted into UK govt

Rediff.com10 Jan 2018

Rishi Sunak, Sailesh Vara and Suella Fernandes were the three new Indian-origin MPs to be inducted into the Theresa May govt.

Delhi dentist dragged out of house, beaten to death

Delhi dentist dragged out of house, beaten to death

Rediff.com25 Mar 2016

The incident took place late Wednesday night when dentist Pankaj Narang was playing cricket with his eight-year-old son and a nephew in a small space outside his house, a police official said.

The Politics of Education

The Politics of Education

Rediff.com14 Aug 2020

'If there is one thing our politicians, especially those with their ear to the ground, understand, it is the reality that their voters want three things from their children's schooling: English, English, English', notes Shekhar Gupta.

What's wrong with Sonia?

What's wrong with Sonia?

Rediff.com18 May 2004

India rolls out world's largest vaccination drive against COVID-19

India rolls out world's largest vaccination drive against COVID-19

Rediff.com17 Jan 2021

The first COVID-19 vaccine shots in India were given on Saturday to nearly two lakh frontline healthcare and sanitary workers as Prime Minister Narendra Modi rolled out the world's largest inoculation drive against the pandemic that has caused 1,52,093 deaths and upended millions of lives in the country.

An Ambassador and A Gentleman

An Ambassador and A Gentleman

Rediff.com25 Sep 2020

The description of his career by Ambassador Nazareth in his elegant language, judicious choice of details, without ego or malice to anyone, shows that it had its ups and downs, triumphs and tragedies and lucky and unlucky accidents. Ambassador T P Sreenivasan reviews A Ringside Seat to History.

Priyanka leads Congress protest over Jamia incident

Priyanka leads Congress protest over Jamia incident

Rediff.com16 Dec 2019

The Congress general secretary was joined by leaders like Ahmed Patel, A K Antony, Ghulam Nabi Azad and Randeep Singh Surjewala, besides hundreds of party workers at the India Gate on Monday in a show of solidarity with the students from Jamia Millia Islamia and several other universities across the country protesting the contentious amended citizenship law.

Assam clerics issue 'fatwa' against teenage singer

Assam clerics issue 'fatwa' against teenage singer

Rediff.com15 Mar 2017

Assam Chief Minister Sarbanand Sonowal condemned the fatwa and directed police to provide security to the singer.

Islamic clerics issue fatwa against Assam's teen singer

Islamic clerics issue fatwa against Assam's teen singer

Rediff.com15 Mar 2017

The diktat was circulated through pamphlets which was widely distributed on Tuesday among public across Hojai and Nagaon districts in central Assam.

'Tamil leaders have misled people that a third language is bad for them'

'Tamil leaders have misled people that a third language is bad for them'

Rediff.com6 Jun 2019

'Nobody is telling you not to speak or learn your mother tongue. But making other languages an emotional issue is wrong.'

Uproar in Rajya Sabha over UP gang rape

Uproar in Rajya Sabha over UP gang rape

Rediff.com3 Aug 2016

The House witnessed heated exchanges between Congress and Samajwadi Party members.

'If I had to be trashy, I'd be the best trash'

'If I had to be trashy, I'd be the best trash'

Rediff.com8 Jul 2020

'I always gave my best, even to what people considered to be trashy content.'

Retd colonel held on rape charges

Retd colonel held on rape charges

Rediff.com7 Mar 2003

S K Parthi, 59, who lived alone in the Vasant Kunj area, allegedly raped a 17-year-old married girl.

What Naidu was told about Sangh's 'vegetarianism'

What Naidu was told about Sangh's 'vegetarianism'

Rediff.com18 Jul 2017

A senior politician Naidu respected once tried to convince the firebrand student leader to quit the Jana Sangh.

Tears and tragic tales emanate from hospitals after temple blaze

Tears and tragic tales emanate from hospitals after temple blaze

Rediff.com11 Apr 2016

Relatives of the victims said they were yet to come to terms with the shock inflicted on them by the unexpected tragedy.

Bitter campaign ends, Karnataka to vote on Saturday

Bitter campaign ends, Karnataka to vote on Saturday

Rediff.com10 May 2018

From corruption to communalism, Chief Minister Siddaramaiah's Rs 70 lakh Hublot watch to United Progressive Alliance chairperson Sonia Gandhi's foreign origin, the electoral potboiler had it all.

Kathua rape case: Alleged conspirator's family wants CBI probe

Kathua rape case: Alleged conspirator's family wants CBI probe

Rediff.com15 Apr 2018

Conspirator's family expressed doubt about the credibility of the probe by the crime branch of Jammu and Kashmir.

Manikarnika review: Kangana Ranaut is savage, spellbinding in a ho-hum historical

Manikarnika review: Kangana Ranaut is savage, spellbinding in a ho-hum historical

Rediff.com25 Jan 2019

'A historical with an identity crisis, initially the period drama cannot decide whether it wants to chronicle facts or fictionalise them in the tradition of a crowd-pleasing fantasy,' says Sukanya Verma.

'How many soldiers will lose their lives? Befitting reply must be given'

'How many soldiers will lose their lives? Befitting reply must be given'

Rediff.com19 Sep 2016

Sunday's terror attack has come as a huge setback for the families of the Uri bravehearts, but their spirit has not been deterred by the act of cowardice.

Muslim women can now travel for Haj without male guardian: PM

Muslim women can now travel for Haj without male guardian: PM

Rediff.com31 Dec 2017

He pointed out that such a restriction is not prevalent in many Islamic countries.

Third suspect admits role in Gurudwara attack in Germany

Third suspect admits role in Gurudwara attack in Germany

Rediff.com7 May 2016

During interrogation, 17-year-old Tolga did not reveal the background or motive for targeting the Sikh temple, which hosted a wedding ceremony attended by over 200 guests.

Sheena Bora Trial: A year of tortuous twists and turns

Sheena Bora Trial: A year of tortuous twists and turns

Rediff.com18 Dec 2019

When the hearings resume January 3, you wonder how many things will change and how many things will remain forever the same, as the Sheena Bora trial moves ahead.

The predators are everywhere, it could be your turn next

The predators are everywhere, it could be your turn next

Rediff.com13 Apr 2018

The message is loud and clear. The writing is on the wall. Wake up before it is too late... says Prasanna D Zore.

'They may have been trying to get me along to the England camp but...'

'They may have been trying to get me along to the England camp but...'

Rediff.com27 Jun 2015

Australia batsman Steven Smith revealed English county side Surrey once tried to push him into the country's national set-up by virtue of his mother's British heritage.

Kolkata 2001: The Odyssey, viewed from the sidelines

Kolkata 2001: The Odyssey, viewed from the sidelines

Rediff.com14 Mar 2021

20 years ago this week, India and Australia played one of the greatest Test matches in cricket history. Sreehari Nair relives the sound and the fury of that unforgettable game at the Eden Gardens.

'A person who has understood Islam will never become a fundamentalist'

'A person who has understood Islam will never become a fundamentalist'

Rediff.com5 Jul 2016

'When you have the freedom to have mosques, the freedom to have madrasas and the freedom to pray, why should you turn to terrorism?' 'Both mother and father are equally important to every person. Similarly, both our country and religion are important for a citizen.' 'I would say that terrorism has no religion. A small segment of people from all religions are terrorists.'

US midterms: Democrats take control of House, GOP retains Senate

US midterms: Democrats take control of House, GOP retains Senate

Rediff.com7 Nov 2018

In his first tweet after election results started coming in US President Trump claimed success. "Tremendous success tonight. Thank you to all!".

Ugly is Anurag Kashyap's finest film

Ugly is Anurag Kashyap's finest film

Rediff.com25 Dec 2014

Ugly -- a constantly riveting, ticking timebomb of a film -- is by far Kashyap's finest film, says Raja Sen

India is 'university of tolerance': Rajnath

India is 'university of tolerance': Rajnath

Rediff.com14 Oct 2016

Union home minister says religious persecution will never be allowed.

'They have not gone to fight a war'

'They have not gone to fight a war'

Rediff.com18 Jul 2016

'These young men have become religious fundamentalists and gone to lead the life of Salafis somewhere.'