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Toolkit case: Hard disk seized from house, says Muluk's dad

Toolkit case: Hard disk seized from house, says Muluk's dad

Rediff.com17 Feb 2021

Two persons claiming to be the personnel of Delhi Police seized a computer hard disk and other items from the house of green activist Shantanu Muluk, a suspect in the "toolkit" case related to the farmers' protest, without a search warrant on February 12, in Beed in Maharashtra, his father Shivlal Muluk has told local police.

Disha asked Greta to delete tweet on 'toolkit' fearing action: Police

Disha asked Greta to delete tweet on 'toolkit' fearing action: Police

Rediff.com15 Feb 2021

After Greta Thunberg shared the 'toolkit' on Twitter, climate activist Disha Ravi asked the Swedish environmental activist to delete her post fearing action under the stringent law Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act as her name was mentioned in the document, police alleged on Monday.

9 hurt as Naxals blow up SUV using IED in Chhattisgarh

9 hurt as Naxals blow up SUV using IED in Chhattisgarh

Rediff.com20 Mar 2019

The incident occurred around 7.45 pm on the "black top road" between Peddakodepal and Naimed villages under the Naimed police station area, when the victims were heading towards neighbouring Dantewada district in an SUV to visit a fair, said Deputy Inspector General (anti-naxal operation) Sundarraj P.

Chess Olympiad: India play draw against Russia

Chess Olympiad: India play draw against Russia

Rediff.com1 Oct 2018

Indian men's chess team, led by five-time world champion Vishwanathan Anand, played a 2-2 draw against the Russian squad in the sixth round of the ongoing 43rd Chess Olympiad, in Batumi, on Sunday.

Toolkit case: Delhi Police to probe role of UK-based woman

Toolkit case: Delhi Police to probe role of UK-based woman

Rediff.com17 Feb 2021

The Delhi Police will investigate the role of a woman based in the United Kingdom after its probe revealed that she, along with lawyer Nikita Jacob and engineer Shantanu Muluk, allegedly drafted the content of a 'twitter storm' campaign in February in support of the ongoing farmer agitation, officials said on Wednesday.

The Big Bull review

The Big Bull review

Rediff.com9 Apr 2021

Abhishek Bachchan's sneering expression is ill-quipped to convey the confidence of a wheeler-dealer. Those frequent bouts of muahaha make it worse. So much worse, says Sukanya Verma.

India Must Stay in Kabul!

India Must Stay in Kabul!

Rediff.com17 Aug 2021

A closure of the Indian mission in Kabul will be a Himalayan blunder at this historic juncture when the wheels of diplomacy and politics are set to accelerate in Afghanistan, argues Ambassador M K Bhadrakumar

'It will remain a stock pickers' market'

'It will remain a stock pickers' market'

Rediff.com2 Aug 2021

'At this moment, investors should look for relative value within sectors and clear visibility (third-wave-or-not) on earnings delivery.'

'Why did Bollywood perform at a Coldplay concert?'

'Why did Bollywood perform at a Coldplay concert?'

Rediff.com23 Nov 2016

'If it is Coldplay, I don't think Bollywood needed to be there.' 'If you put Bollywood everywhere, I don't think other bands will come to India.'

Russians, Belarusians to compete as neutrals at Winter Paralympics

Russians, Belarusians to compete as neutrals at Winter Paralympics

Rediff.com2 Mar 2022

Earlier in the day, Russia was banned from defending its Davis Cup and Billie Jean King Cup titles but its players will still be allowed to compete at the Grand Slams and in regular tour events.

Not like prison: Gymnasts content with COVID restrictions

Not like prison: Gymnasts content with COVID restrictions

Rediff.com8 Nov 2020

The 30 gymnasts are staying at the same hotel but on separate floors and have different training times to avoid contact.

Schumi Jr's dream comes true as he takes first step on F1 journey

Schumi Jr's dream comes true as he takes first step on F1 journey

Rediff.com2 Dec 2020

Mick Schumacher, who will face intense scrutiny as embarks on his Formula One career, said for now he was simply overwhelmed to be following in his father's footsteps and called his promotion a dream come true.

Why did Farhan and Vicky want to watch Gold?

Why did Farhan and Vicky want to watch Gold?

Rediff.com16 Aug 2018

Lots of family connections, folks...

Miller replaces Narine in Windies WC squad; ICC approves

Miller replaces Narine in Windies WC squad; ICC approves

Rediff.com30 Jan 2015

The ICC has approved Nikita Miller as replacement for Sunil Narine in West Indies' WC squad

Klitschko praises sports bodies for sanctions against Russia, Belarus

Klitschko praises sports bodies for sanctions against Russia, Belarus

Rediff.com3 Mar 2022

Klitschko and his brother Vitali, also a former world heavyweight champion and now the mayor of Kyiv, have both taken up arms against invading Russian forces.

'Abhishek Bachchan is a compelling actor'

'Abhishek Bachchan is a compelling actor'

Rediff.com7 Apr 2021

'Amitabh Bachchan Sir said some nice and encouraging things about the trailer, the way I directed it and, of course, about Abhishek's performance.'

The Magic of Khichdi

The Magic of Khichdi

Rediff.com29 Nov 2019

Every home across India makes khichdi and it still isn't as celebrated as it should be.

From the Indian Army to the fashion ramp

From the Indian Army to the fashion ramp

Rediff.com26 Aug 2015

Nikita Sahay was a captain in the Indian Army when she decided to quit her job and pursue her childhood dream. After a lot of failed attempts, Sahay, now 26, is finally living her dream and is happy at that.

Russia-Ukraine war: Spartak Moscow out of Europa League as UEFA suspends Russia

Russia-Ukraine war: Spartak Moscow out of Europa League as UEFA suspends Russia

Rediff.com1 Mar 2022

On Sunday the Ukrainian Tennis Federation urged the sport's governing body the International Tennis Federation (ITF) to immediately expel Russia and Belarus from the organisation and ban Russia from team and individual tournaments. Also, athletes from Ukraine and other nations have called on the International Olympic Committee (IOC) to suspend Russia and Belarus and ban their athletes from events immediately.

When Khrushchev slammed Mao for 'tension with India'

When Khrushchev slammed Mao for 'tension with India'

Rediff.com5 Aug 2017

the Soviet leader bluntly told the then chairman of China's ruling Communist Party that he was responsible for the situation in Tibet.

Mira Nair falls, has shoulder surgery

Mira Nair falls, has shoulder surgery

Rediff.com1 Nov 2020

'I had a very painful shoulder surgery after a fall in the park.' 'I am nursing myself back to sturdiness slowly and steadily.'

Dinesh Kaarthick weds

Dinesh Kaarthick weds

Rediff.com2 May 2007

The wicketkeeper-batsman married Mumbai-based Nikita Vanjara in Mumbai on Wednesday.

Two Indian writers in Booker list

Two Indian writers in Booker list

Rediff.com8 Aug 2007

Indian Nikita Lalwani's first novel Gifted and Indra Sinha's Animal's People are among the 13-title longlist for the 50,000 pounds (about Rs 41 lakhs) prize.

US cultural exchange turns nightmare for Pune girl

US cultural exchange turns nightmare for Pune girl

Rediff.com30 Oct 2007

Little did the 16-year-old Nikita Dhavle know when she left Pune for the US with dreamy eyes and an idealism of a cultural ambassador, that she would return in three months, with a scarred mind and a fractured hand. In what turned out to be a nightmare, Nikita selected under a cultural exchange programme of the American Field Service, landed in of Minnesota in the first week of August unaware of the hostility that awaited her in the form of the host family

Daisy Shah is a purple princess

Daisy Shah is a purple princess

Rediff.com4 Feb 2017

The actor walked the ramp for Amit GT on Day Four of the LFW.

Quota dogs Indian girl... in the US

Quota dogs Indian girl... in the US

Rediff.com26 Jun 2007

The quota system was originally meant to boost the enrolment of minorities. The judge had allocated 60 per cent seats to the whites and 40 per cent to the minority students.

Seven Russian swimmers ineligible for Rio Games: FINA

Seven Russian swimmers ineligible for Rio Games: FINA

Rediff.com25 Jul 2016

FINA has ruled that seven Russian swimmers, including breaststroke medal hopeful Yulia Efimova, are ineligible to compete in the Rio Olympics, world swimming's governing body said on Monday.

'My country is walking down a dark path'

'My country is walking down a dark path'

Rediff.com25 Feb 2021

'The only reason why these troubling developments are taking place is because of a certain arrogance of power displayed by this government that hopes to clamp down on those voices which have repeatedly pointed out that their bloated rhetoric and grandstanding are not matched by their insipid and tepid response in matters of governance.'

PIX: Daisy Shah, Elli Avram watch Transporter Refueled

PIX: Daisy Shah, Elli Avram watch Transporter Refueled

Rediff.com4 Sep 2015

Check out the star arrivals.

Pitlane tales: Daruvala finishes creditable fourth in Formula 2

Pitlane tales: Daruvala finishes creditable fourth in Formula 2

Rediff.com2 Aug 2020

Dan Ticktum, who is also into his maiden Formula 2 season like Daruvala, won the race from pole position with another rookie, Christian Lundgaard, finishing second. Louis Deletraz was third.

Day 5: What's hot at the Beijing Winter Olympics

Day 5: What's hot at the Beijing Winter Olympics

Rediff.com9 Feb 2022

Norway's Birk Ruud claimed the first men's freeski Big Air Olympic gold

Sports Shorts: Indian men edge out Thailand to enter semis of Asia Team Championships

Sports Shorts: Indian men edge out Thailand to enter semis of Asia Team Championships

Rediff.com14 Feb 2020

Summary of sports events and persons who made news on Friday.

How to take a selfie like a model!

How to take a selfie like a model!

Rediff.com31 Mar 2016

Still trying hard to get that perfect selfie? Take lessons from these hot models walking at Lakme Fashion Week Summer/Resort 2016 on how to master the art of clicking selfies.

PHOTOS: Pro-CAA rally vs anti-CAA protest in Mumbai

PHOTOS: Pro-CAA rally vs anti-CAA protest in Mumbai

Rediff.com27 Dec 2019

Students and social activists held a protest against the act and the NRC at the Azad Maidan in south Mumbai, while a large number of people gathered for a pro-CAA rally at the historic August Kranti Maidan, where a massive protest against the Citizenship Act was held last week.

Birthday Special: Taking fashion lessons from Mandira Bedi

Birthday Special: Taking fashion lessons from Mandira Bedi

Rediff.com15 Apr 2014

The actress, television show host turns 42 today, April 15.

Tata Steel Chess: Anand beats Firouzja, jumps to joint sixth

Tata Steel Chess: Anand beats Firouzja, jumps to joint sixth

Rediff.com25 Jan 2020

Five-time World champion Viswanathan Anand gave a fine endgame lesson to young Alireza Firouzja, jumping to joint sixth position at the end of 11th round of Tata Steel Masters, in Wijk Aan Zee, The Netherlands, on Saturday. With his second victory, Anand clawed his way back to a fifty percent score and will now hope to end the tournament on a high. At just 16 years, Firouzja is less than one third of Anand's age, and the Indian ace showed that the Iranian still has a lot to learn.

Iranian girl lands breakthrough taekwondo bronze

Iranian girl lands breakthrough taekwondo bronze

Rediff.com19 Aug 2016

Kimia Alizadeh Zenoorin kicked and punched down opponents and barriers as she became the first Iranian woman to win an Olympic medal by taking taekwondo bronze in the 57kg category on Thursday.

Anand held by Vituigov at Alekhine Memorial's 2nd round

Anand held by Vituigov at Alekhine Memorial's 2nd round

Rediff.com23 Apr 2013

Victory eluded World champion Viswanathan Anand for the second successive day as he played out a draw with Russian Nikita Vituigov in the second round of the Alekhine Memorial Chess tournament in Paris at the Louvre.

'Really disappointed to get evicted just before Bigg Boss finale'

'Really disappointed to get evicted just before Bigg Boss finale'

Rediff.com24 Jun 2013

Actress Chandrika talks about her eviction in Bigg Boss Kannada.

Mandira Bedi: We're adopting a baby girl very soon

Mandira Bedi: We're adopting a baby girl very soon

Rediff.com26 Aug 2013

The actress-host discusses her acting comeback in Anil Kapoor starrer 24 and reveals her future plans.