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RSS doesn't want to be another power centre: Bhagwat

RSS doesn't want to be another power centre: Bhagwat

Rediff.com19 Jan 2020

The RSS chief said that 'the Sangh does not have any remote control and it does not want that anyone should function according to it'.

No genuine Indian will be left out of NRC, assures PM

No genuine Indian will be left out of NRC, assures PM

Rediff.com4 Jan 2019

'I am aware of the problems and difficulties faced by many during the NRC process but I assure you that no injustice will be done to any genuine Indian citizens'

'India will never forget': Tribute to Pulwama martyrs

'India will never forget': Tribute to Pulwama martyrs

Rediff.com14 Feb 2020

At least 40 CRPF jawans were killed after the convoy of 78 buses, in which around 2,500 personnel were travelling from Jammu to Srinagar, came under attack on February 14, 2019.

'Gully Boy' is India's official entry for the Oscars

'Gully Boy' is India's official entry for the Oscars

Rediff.com21 Sep 2019

Gully Boy", produced by Ritesh Sidhwani and Farhan Akhtar, featured Ranveer as an up-and-coming rapper who sets out to achieve his dream by rhyming about his life on the Mumbai streets.

Light diyas on Sunday at 9 pm for 9 minutes: PM

Light diyas on Sunday at 9 pm for 9 minutes: PM

Rediff.com3 Apr 2020

Modi also said that people displayed unprecedented discipline and sense of service during the nationwide coronavirus lockdown

Opposition inciting riots over CAA: Shah

Opposition inciting riots over CAA: Shah

Rediff.com28 Feb 2020

"Shouldn't they get Indian citizenship? Shouldn't their human rights be protected?" Shah asked the audience which responded with a resounding "yes".

Citizenship Bill will in no way cause harm to Assam & NE: PM

Citizenship Bill will in no way cause harm to Assam & NE: PM

Rediff.com9 Feb 2019

The BJP is committed to implement the 36-year old Assam Accord and a committee set up on the implementation of its Clause 6 is a step in that direction, Modi said.

Quiz Time: In which film was Raj Kapoor a clapper boy?

Quiz Time: In which film was Raj Kapoor a clapper boy?

Rediff.com8 Jan 2015

In a special series, we will put YOU to the test everyday!

The DARK SIDE of Bollywood

The DARK SIDE of Bollywood

Rediff.com11 Jul 2019

There are many, many instances of this 'dark' approach. Sukanya Verma looks at a few.

Former President Pranab Mukherjee passes away

Former President Pranab Mukherjee passes away

Rediff.com31 Aug 2020

The long-time Congress leader and seven-time parliamentarian had tested positive for COVID-19 at the time of his admission and was being treated for a lung infection.

'It is not easy to misappropriate Netaji'

'It is not easy to misappropriate Netaji'

Rediff.com7 Apr 2021

'He was always opposed to a form of nationalism that was narrow, selfish and arrogant.' 'He will always remain a beacon of inspiration for freedom-loving people across the world and for movements of resistance against oppressive State power.'

Newton out of Oscar race

Newton out of Oscar race

Rediff.com15 Dec 2017

Amit Masurkar's black comedy didn't make it to the next round.

PHOTOS: India's military might showcased at Army Day parade

PHOTOS: India's military might showcased at Army Day parade

Rediff.com16 Jan 2020

General M M Naravane attended the Army Day parade for the first time as the Army chief. The Army Day is celebrated on January 15 every year to mark Lieutenant General K M Cariappa taking over as commander-in-chief of the Indian Army in 1949 from General Francis Butcher, the last British commander-in-chief of India.

Column: Indira, Rajiv didn't die as martyrs

Column: Indira, Rajiv didn't die as martyrs

Rediff.com20 May 2019

'They were the leaders of my country and the children of Mother India, but they didn't die as martyrs.' 'They were killed, most unfortunately, by a well planned enemy plot, and they were victims of political violence,' states Sudhir Bisht.

In pics: World's largest crochet blanket

In pics: World's largest crochet blanket

Rediff.com4 Feb 2016

More than 2500 women from 14 countries contributed to the blanket.

PIX: The Different Shades of Bollywood Moms

PIX: The Different Shades of Bollywood Moms

Rediff.com11 May 2012

With Mother's Day just around the corner, here's looking at the many shades of the Bollywood mother.

Modi kicks off Bihar poll campaign, rakes up Art 370

Modi kicks off Bihar poll campaign, rakes up Art 370

Rediff.com23 Oct 2020

"The era of 'lalten' is gone. In the last six years consumption of electricity has increased 3 fold in Bihar," PM Modi said. "Voters of Bihar have taken a resolve that they won't let those who have a history of making the state 'Bimaru' come near them," he added.

Era of expansionism is over: Modi during Ladakh visit

Era of expansionism is over: Modi during Ladakh visit

Rediff.com3 Jul 2020

Lauding the bravery displayed by the soldiers, the prime minister said: "The bravery that you and your compatriots showed, a message has gone to the world about India's strength."

JNU row: Irani condemns protest, student leader held

JNU row: Irani condemns protest, student leader held

Rediff.com12 Feb 2016

Denouncing the protest march in the Jawaharlal Nehru University against the hanging of Parliament attack convict Afzal Guru, Human Resource Development Minister Smriti Irani on Friday said that the nation will never tolerate "insult" to mother India.

India Post turns lifesaver during COVID-19

India Post turns lifesaver during COVID-19

Rediff.com17 Apr 2020

The world's largest postal service is stepping in to help deliver lifesaving medicines during a countrywide lockdown aimed at tackling the coronavirus pandemic.

'A BIG SALUTE to our cricketing soldiers'

'A BIG SALUTE to our cricketing soldiers'

Rediff.com21 Jan 2021

We asked you, dear readers to send in your congratulatory messages for the Indian team on their success Down Under. Here are your wishes for the team...

Amit Shah should resign, says Sonia Gandhi after CWC meet

Amit Shah should resign, says Sonia Gandhi after CWC meet

Rediff.com26 Feb 2020

The Congress president also hit out at BJP leader Kapil Mishra for making a statement that allegedly incited violence in the city. The CWC has passed a resolution on the situation in the city, she said, adding that the CWC believes that the situation is grave and an urgent action is required.

Why Veere Di Wedding and Raazi worked

Why Veere Di Wedding and Raazi worked

Rediff.com15 Jun 2018

Both Raazi and Veere Di Wedding are interesting films that worked. There is no point reading a trend in them, says Vanita Kohli-Khandekar.

Give cash rather than credit: Rahul Gandhi to Centre

Give cash rather than credit: Rahul Gandhi to Centre

Rediff.com16 May 2020

The Congress leader said a 'storm' was brewing on the economic front that will cause damage and hurt many.

At RSS event, Pranab says hatred, intolerance dilute national identity

At RSS event, Pranab says hatred, intolerance dilute national identity

Rediff.com7 Jun 2018

"In India, we derive our strength from tolerance, and respect our pluralism. We celebrate our diversity," he said.

Bollywood's 20 AMAZING Smiles

Bollywood's 20 AMAZING Smiles

Rediff.com3 Jun 2019

As the world grows grimmer by the day, what can be more reassuring than pretty people showing off their perfect pearlies?

Hindustan is a country of Hindus but doesn't exclude others: RSS chief

Hindustan is a country of Hindus but doesn't exclude others: RSS chief

Rediff.com28 Oct 2017

"Whose country is Germany?...It is a country of Germans, Britain is a country of Britishers, America is a country of Americans, and in the same way Hindustan is a country of Hindus. It does not mean that Hindustan is not the country of other people," Bhagwat said.

'Come teach traitors a lesson': Lawyer on FB before court attacks

'Come teach traitors a lesson': Lawyer on FB before court attacks

Rediff.com18 Feb 2016

Between February 11 and 16, Chauhan has used the social media website nine times to urge lawyers to reach the court in time and "demonstrate their patriotism" and "teach traitors a lesson".

Guess these iconic Bollywood images

Guess these iconic Bollywood images

Rediff.com9 Jun 2010

Here are a look at some iconic Bollywood images, see if you can figure out the films they're from.

RIP Pranab da: 'His demise is passing of an era'

RIP Pranab da: 'His demise is passing of an era'

Rediff.com31 Aug 2020

Shortly after former President Pranab Mukherjee passed away, leaders, including President Ram Nath Kovind and Prime Minister Narendra Modi, paid tributes to him.

Why Anglo-Indians feel let down by Modi

Why Anglo-Indians feel let down by Modi

Rediff.com20 Dec 2019

'We fear worse things to happen. We feel this is just a teaser.' 'I wonder whether later, the Christian community will be targeted.'

Bollywood cheers BJP: 'What a clean sweep!'

Bollywood cheers BJP: 'What a clean sweep!'

Rediff.com23 May 2019

'India has decided - Democracy needs to be celebrated.'

Is Village Rockstars the right choice for Oscars? Vote!

Is Village Rockstars the right choice for Oscars? Vote!

Rediff.com23 Sep 2018

'It is a film with a good human concept that would touch people around the world.' 'We are honouring a film that deserves to be at the Oscars.'

Citizenship bill is a triumph of the idea of India

Citizenship bill is a triumph of the idea of India

Rediff.com12 Dec 2019

'This bill is for the children of Partition who are still subject to inhuman barbarism because they profess a faith rooted in India.' 'If India fails them, we shall be no better than a Pakistan which brutalises its minorities and has turned into a factory of intolerant bigots,' says former BJP MP Tarun Vijay.

Abhijit's Nobel and the challenges ahead

Abhijit's Nobel and the challenges ahead

Rediff.com4 Nov 2019

'The fruition of Nobel's hope lies in the response of a caring government that can rise above politics and propaganda, not in the frenetic raptures of a public that worships fame for fame's sake,' says Sunanda K Datta-Ray.

Don't want Rs 8 lakh, we only want justice: Rohith's family rejects compensation

Don't want Rs 8 lakh, we only want justice: Rohith's family rejects compensation

Rediff.com23 Jan 2016

Vemula's mother Radhika, sister Neelima and brother Raju, who visited the campus, demanded that "those responsible for his death" be brought to book.

When Ragini got cold feet and goosebumps

When Ragini got cold feet and goosebumps

Rediff.com27 Aug 2019

'My director has put the ugliest face of a crime on screen.'

AIMIM MLA suspended from Maha assembly for not saying 'Bharat Mata ki Jai'

AIMIM MLA suspended from Maha assembly for not saying 'Bharat Mata ki Jai'

Rediff.com16 Mar 2016

AIMIM MLA Waris Pathan was suspended from Maharashtra assembly for refusing to say 'Bharat mata ki jai'.

'We may have just lost our golden chance at the Oscars'

'We may have just lost our golden chance at the Oscars'

Rediff.com23 Sep 2013

Here's what your favourite celebrities are tweeting.

Mother's Day Special: Different varieties of Bollywood's Ma

Mother's Day Special: Different varieties of Bollywood's Ma

Rediff.com12 May 2017

Celebrating Mother's Day by remembering a variety of such movie maatajis and her impassioned assertions.