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Para-shuttler Manasi rips into cricketers for 'appalling' video

Para-shuttler Manasi rips into cricketers for 'appalling' video

Rediff.com16 Jul 2024

World Championship gold-medallist para shuttler Manasi Joshi has strongly criticised former Indian cricketers Harbhajan Singh and Suresh Raina for allegedly mocking people with disabilities.

Re-attempting IIT-JEE? These Tips Can Help

Re-attempting IIT-JEE? These Tips Can Help

Rediff.com8 Nov 2024

Instead of repeating the same study patterns, focus on creating a more efficient schedule that prioritises building a strong foundation in maths, physics and chemistry, advises Rohit Gupta, COO, College Vidya.

The Moment The US Lost Gold

The Moment The US Lost Gold

Rediff.com10 Aug 2024

A clumsy handover of the baton in the 4x100 metres men's final at the Stade de France in Paris on Friday, August 9, 2024, evening saw the US men's 4x100 relay team lose its chance to race past its rivals and win a gold/silver/bronze medal.

Don't be nasty to Smriti Irani: Rahul urges followers

Don't be nasty to Smriti Irani: Rahul urges followers

Rediff.com12 Jul 2024

Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi on Friday urged people to refrain from using derogatory language and being nasty towards former Union minister Smriti Irani or any other leader.

The Amjad Khan We Didn't Know

The Amjad Khan We Didn't Know

Rediff.com12 Nov 2024

None of Amjad Khan's subsequent roles could outshine Sholay. He had begun his career at the top and had no higher peaks left to conquer. Dinesh Raheja salutes the iconic actor on his 80th birth anniversary.

Country gears up for 78th Independence Day amid tight security

Country gears up for 78th Independence Day amid tight security

Rediff.com15 Aug 2024

Police personnel checked vehicles and conducted flag marches at various places in Punjab on Wednesday while central forces maintained a tight vigil in Tripura.

Mock drill across India on Dec 27 to check Covid preparedness

Mock drill across India on Dec 27 to check Covid preparedness

Rediff.com23 Dec 2022

During a virtual meeting with health ministers and senior officials of states in view of the recent surge in coronavirus cases in some parts of the world, he said, "The Centre and states need to work in tandem and in a collaborative spirit as was done during the previous surges for Covid prevention and management."

How To Prepare For XAT 2025

How To Prepare For XAT 2025

Rediff.com22 Oct 2024

Preparing for the XAT requires a balanced approach, focusing on conceptual understanding, regular practice, and strategic planning, says Rahul K Shukla, convenor, XAT and admissions, XLRI-Xavier School of Management.

Will J&K Assembly Pass A Resolution For Article 370 To Be Restored?

Will J&K Assembly Pass A Resolution For Article 370 To Be Restored?

Rediff.com31 Oct 2024

Pressure is mounting for a resolution to be moved in the assembly when it meets next week for its maiden sitting to demand 'restoration of Article 370 and Article 35A' as committed in the National Conference's election manifesto, reveals Mohammad Sayeed Malik, the distinguished commentator on Kashmir affairs.

Prashant Kishor floats Jan Suraaj Party, vows to end liquor ban

Prashant Kishor floats Jan Suraaj Party, vows to end liquor ban

Rediff.com2 Oct 2024

The party was floated exactly two years after Kishor had embarked on a more than 3,000-km-long 'padayatra' of the state.

Did biometric door trap students inside flooded basement?

Did biometric door trap students inside flooded basement?

Rediff.com30 Jul 2024

The student said there were two doors in the basement and one was usually locked around 6 pm.

67% Think Harris Won Debate With Trump

67% Think Harris Won Debate With Trump

Rediff.com11 Sep 2024

CNN reported that 'registered voters who watched Tuesday's debate between Kamala Harris and Donald Trump say, 63% to 37%, that Harris turned in a better performance'.

Defeat forces that insulted Shivaji Maharaj: MVA leaders at Mumbai rally

Defeat forces that insulted Shivaji Maharaj: MVA leaders at Mumbai rally

Rediff.com1 Sep 2024

They slammed the Union and state governments for the collapse, with Uddhav Thackeray calling Prime Minister Narendra Modi's apology as one "smacking of arrogance", while Sharad Pawar said the episode was an example of corruption.

Delhi Capitals banking on mock auctions to get balanced squad

Delhi Capitals banking on mock auctions to get balanced squad

Rediff.com10 Feb 2022

'We know that there will be a lot of competition, we know that some franchises will be having more money, and that's when all the expertise and all the auction experience will count.'

Over 10K cops deployed for I-Day security in Delhi; heavy vehicle banned

Over 10K cops deployed for I-Day security in Delhi; heavy vehicle banned

Rediff.com15 Aug 2024

All borders of the national capital will be sealed for the entry of commercial and heavy vehicles by Thursday midnight apart from heavy police deployment, they said.

Kerala Congress apologises over Modi-Pope tweet

Kerala Congress apologises over Modi-Pope tweet

Rediff.com17 Jun 2024

The party said no Congress worker would even entertain the remotest thought of insulting the Pope, whom Christians around the world consider as God-like.

Do You Also Feel Lonely In A Crowd?

Do You Also Feel Lonely In A Crowd?

Rediff.com2 Oct 2024

One has to accept the reality, that to exist in society one can't live, like an island, observes Aarti David.

Buttler, Morgan under probe for mocking Indians

Buttler, Morgan under probe for mocking Indians

Rediff.com9 Jun 2021

A homophobic tweet dating back to 2010 from Jimmy Anderson has also emerged.

Would have brought entire NCP with me had BJP, Sena ....: Ajit Pawar

Would have brought entire NCP with me had BJP, Sena ....: Ajit Pawar

Rediff.com8 Aug 2024

The NCP chief has not concealed his ambition to occupy the top post in the state in the past.

CSK Pacer's Jab At RCB Backfires

CSK Pacer's Jab At RCB Backfires

Rediff.com23 May 2024

While Deshpande's intention behind the remark remains unclear, it was interpreted by some as a mocking jab towards RCB after their IPL exit.

Gill Turns Wedding 'Priest'

Gill Turns Wedding 'Priest'

Rediff.com27 Mar 2024

In a lighthearted team bonding moment, Shubman Gill playfully officiated a mock wedding ceremony for his team-mate David Miller and his wife Camilla Harris.

'Zaheer Will Keep Daughter Happy'

'Zaheer Will Keep Daughter Happy'

Rediff.com22 Jun 2024

'Pre-wedding conflicts are common. We are all okay now. Whatever the stress has been sorted out.'

Shekhar Home Review: Riveting Watch

Shekhar Home Review: Riveting Watch

Rediff.com14 Aug 2024

Six episodes are not enough, applauds Deepa Gahlot.

'Arrogance': Cong slams govt over TN bizman's 'apology' to FM

'Arrogance': Cong slams govt over TN bizman's 'apology' to FM

Rediff.com13 Sep 2024

Annapoorna chain of restaurants owner Srinivasan is seen purportedly highlighting concerns over varying GST rates. In the second video, Srinivasan was seen purportedly apologising in person to the Finance Minister.

GOAT Review: No Logic Here

GOAT Review: No Logic Here

Rediff.com6 Sep 2024

Divya Nair recommends that non-Vijay fans save their money and wait for GOAT to drop on Netflix instead. At least you can fast forward and get to the climax faster.

Bomb threats: HC seeks police's school evacuation plan

Bomb threats: HC seeks police's school evacuation plan

Rediff.com7 May 2024

Justice Subramonium Prasad said though police have filed a status report listing the standard operating procedure for bomb detection and disposal squads and the guidelines to deal with bomb threats in schools, they have not submitted data on several key aspects.

Wayanad or Raebareli?: Rahul says both seats 'will be happy'

Wayanad or Raebareli?: Rahul says both seats 'will be happy'

Rediff.com12 Jun 2024

Gandhi thanked the people of Wayanad for electing him for a second term in Lok Sabha and said, "I look forward to seeing you soon."

Excellent press conference: Rahul mocks PM

"Excellent press conference": Rahul mocks PM

Rediff.com17 May 2019

Congress president Rahul Gandhi on Friday claimed that the Congress has managed to dismantle the idea of Narendra Modi in the past five years.

Barbs, name calling: Did LS poll campaign breach all limits?

Barbs, name calling: Did LS poll campaign breach all limits?

Rediff.com31 May 2024

As Election 2024 hurtles towards result day in a medley of mangalsutra, mujra, mutton, machli and other barbs, these may sound like character names from Hindi comics of yore. Instead, these are the mocking, sometimes vicious monikers given by political rivals to each other.

Govt seeks details about marital status of Khedkar's parents

Govt seeks details about marital status of Khedkar's parents

Rediff.com23 Jul 2024

The Centre has directed the Pune police to apprise it of the marital status of the parents of controversial IAS probationer Puja Khedkar amid allegations that she fraudulently availed of the OBC non-creamy layer benefit in the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) exam by claiming that they were separated, an official said.

Escort to female health staffers among security norms for central hospitals

Escort to female health staffers among security norms for central hospitals

Rediff.com20 Aug 2024

In a communication sent to all heads of central government hospitals, the ministry asked them to ensure adequate number of well secured duty rooms with basic amenities for female health professionals and deployment of women health professionals at night be preferably done in more than one in number.

Pakistan cricketer slammed for wiping sweat with dollar note

Pakistan cricketer slammed for wiping sweat with dollar note

Rediff.com22 May 2024

Azam Khan has landed himself in controversy after he was seen wiping his eyebrows with an US dollar note on social media.

Want To Vote In An Igloo?

Want To Vote In An Igloo?

Rediff.com4 Apr 2024

Umar Ganie captures glimpses of snow covered Gulmarg as it hosts a mega voter awareness programme ahead of the Lok Sabha elections on Wednesday, April 3, 2024.

'Why Must I Put My Head On A Chopper?'

'Why Must I Put My Head On A Chopper?'

Rediff.com18 Sep 2024

'Once in a while, I flirt with the idea of direction.' 'If I direct, it will be a human story that touches me.' 'I'm nervous of forcing myself into making a socially relevant film.'

Is J D Vance The Right Choice By Trump?

Is J D Vance The Right Choice By Trump?

Rediff.com19 Jul 2024

This is the guy who might be one feeble, McDonald's-fueled heartbeat from the presidency, notes Sree Sreenivasan.

BJP's '400 paar' film flopped on day 1 of polls: Tejashwi

BJP's '400 paar' film flopped on day 1 of polls: Tejashwi

Rediff.com20 Apr 2024

"The turnout in the four Lok Sabha seats was low as compared to the 2019 polls but on the basis of feedback received from these constituencies, we are confident of winning these. People are fed up with false promises made by BJP leaders," he said.

'22 deaths not due to oxygen mock drill': UP hospital gets clean chit

'22 deaths not due to oxygen mock drill': UP hospital gets clean chit

Rediff.com19 Jun 2021

The enquiry had been ordered by the Agra administration last week after a video clip surfaced on social media in which the owner of the city's Shri Paras Hospital was purportedly heard saying that he conducted a "mock drill" in which oxygen supply was cut off for COVID-19 patients for five minutes.

What Mahabali Won't Hear

What Mahabali Won't Hear

Rediff.com13 Sep 2024

Questions that the state had come to recognise over time but consistently delayed treating seriously because doing so requires an overhaul of perspective and lifestyle, notes Shyam G Menon.

Spain's Euro glory built on selfless group mentality

Spain's Euro glory built on selfless group mentality

Rediff.com15 Jul 2024

Spain's path to European Championship success was forged the hard way thanks to a remarkable collective effort, with several squad players coming off the bench at key moments to make decisive contributions when the team needed them the most.

Cong under fire as K'taka leader alleges 'love jihad' after daughter's murder

Cong under fire as K'taka leader alleges 'love jihad' after daughter's murder

Rediff.com20 Apr 2024

BJP general secretary Vinod Tawde sought to draw a parallel between Karnataka's handling of Neha Hiremath's killing to the way West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee allegedly shielded the Sandeshkhali case accused Shajahan Sheikh.