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This is how Euro zone plans to counter the Greek crisis

This is how Euro zone plans to counter the Greek crisis

Rediff.com19 Jun 2015

The IMF dashed any hope that Athens could avert default.

Why Aamir Khan has begun smoking again

Why Aamir Khan has begun smoking again

Rediff.com19 Dec 2016

Intensive training and meticulous planning have gone into the making of Dangal.

Myths vs Facts: 15 questions every Indian mum wants to ask

Myths vs Facts: 15 questions every Indian mum wants to ask

Rediff.com15 May 2017

Can a foetus hear the tinkle of bangles? Will drinking milk help produce more milk?

'Dear prime minister: Harvard is not just Amartya Sen'

'Dear prime minister: Harvard is not just Amartya Sen'

Rediff.com9 Mar 2017

'Amartya Sen is a citizen of the country who has every right to criticise or give his opinion on a policy decision.' 'Get back at him! Why get back at Harvard?'

The 15 newsmakers of 2017

The 15 newsmakers of 2017

Rediff.com28 Dec 2017

Donald Trump, Hardik Patel, Kangana Ranuat... The year 2017 wouldn't have been the same if it weren't for these personalities and many more. As we herald in 2018, here's a look at the faces and stories which left an indelible mark on us.

Kejriwal asks corporates to partner in making of 'clean, modern' Delhi

Kejriwal asks corporates to partner in making of 'clean, modern' Delhi

Rediff.com7 Apr 2015

Seeking the support of corporates for making Delhi a clean and modern city in the next five years, Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal on Tuesday invited them to invest in New Delhi even as he promised that their money will not be wasted.

Indians give up cushy jobs abroad to come back to their homeland

Indians give up cushy jobs abroad to come back to their homeland

Rediff.com15 Apr 2016

Armed with pricey degrees from colleges overseas, young Indians are heading back home in search for greener pastures.

The significance of Cheti Chand, the Sindhi New Year

The significance of Cheti Chand, the Sindhi New Year

Rediff.com8 Apr 2016

The Sindhi New Year 'chetichand' holds a lot of importance, as this is a day when friends and relatives come together to meet one another.

Why Diana Penty dislikes the spotlight

Why Diana Penty dislikes the spotlight

Rediff.com19 Sep 2017

'I was completely not prepared for what happened post Cocktail.' 'I took some time off, travelled for a while.' 'I said I was not in any particular hurry. I wasn't running out of time.' 'I don't want to do films just for the heck of it.'

For Kolkata, Mother Teresa was always a saint

For Kolkata, Mother Teresa was always a saint

Rediff.com3 Sep 2016

When Pope Francis canonizes the late Mother Teresa at the Vatican on September 4, she will officially be recognised as a saint of the Roman Catholic Church. However, for her followers in Kolkata, the title is a mere formality.

Kacha Aam Paratha and more flatbread recipes

Kacha Aam Paratha and more flatbread recipes

Rediff.com17 May 2016

Dr G Padma Vijay's latest book has recipes for all.

'Sex is beautiful only when it's hinted at'

'Sex is beautiful only when it's hinted at'

Rediff.com22 Aug 2016

'It took a 75-year-old director to teach the reformist set of Facebook users that Evil is not an aberration, but something that resides in the most regular seeming of human beings,' says Sreehari Nair.

India at Asian Games: Women shooters, Pallikal win bronze; Ghosal makes final

India at Asian Games: Women shooters, Pallikal win bronze; Ghosal makes final

Rediff.com22 Sep 2014

Shooters continued to deliver medals for India at the 17th Asian Games with the trio of Heena Siddhu, Rahi Sarnobat and Anisa Sayyed cliching a bronze in the women's 25m pistol event in Incheon on Monday.

Pakistani Punjab must pay the price for terror

Pakistani Punjab must pay the price for terror

Rediff.com3 Aug 2015

'The target for all our counter-terror operations ought to be Pakistani Punjab's population,' argues Colonel Anil A Athale (retd).

FULL TEXT of PM Modi's I-Day address

FULL TEXT of PM Modi's I-Day address

Rediff.com15 Aug 2019

Following is the full text of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's address from the ramparts of the Red Fort on the 73rd Independence Day.

Awkward to awesome: 9 tips to build a great network

Awkward to awesome: 9 tips to build a great network

Rediff.com15 Oct 2014

The purpose of any event -- business or social -- is to trigger conversations. However, if you're in a room full of people you're meeting for the first time, how do you make your first move? Read on to find out...

Pathankot attackers spoke to 'Commander Sahib' frequently, says abductee

Pathankot attackers spoke to 'Commander Sahib' frequently, says abductee

Rediff.com5 Jan 2016

The Gurdaspur SP's jeweller friend Rajesh Verma said the militants who had abducted them were in constant touch with a "commander sahib" and called him at regular intervals.

How to get hired in 6 easy steps

How to get hired in 6 easy steps

Rediff.com14 Nov 2014

From fine tuning your CV to quantifying your accomplishments, doing these will help you inch closer to the job of your dreams.

World Blood Donor Day: How to donate blood safely

World Blood Donor Day: How to donate blood safely

Rediff.com14 Jun 2016

Personal health and hygiene are a pre-requisite for donating blood.

Dhoni sticks with tried and trusted combination

Dhoni sticks with tried and trusted combination

Rediff.com14 Mar 2015

"The bench strength will warm the bench," is what the captain MS Dhoni had declared after India had beaten West Indies in Perth.

Review: Yaariyan is a brand new recipe for disaster!

Review: Yaariyan is a brand new recipe for disaster!

Rediff.com10 Jan 2014

Yaariyan may be targeted at a young audience but every single teenager who chooses to watch it will be insulting their own intelligence, writes Paloma Sharma.

Meet the man behind India's EPIC hit Baahubali

Meet the man behind India's EPIC hit Baahubali

Rediff.com14 Jul 2015

'My father thinks I'm not ambitious and too slow. He wants me to work in Hindi films with big superstars.' Meet Baahubali director, SS Rajamouli.

Cricket World Cup: All you wanted to know about the 14 venues

Cricket World Cup: All you wanted to know about the 14 venues

Rediff.com4 Feb 2015

The 14 grounds that will host matches during the February 14 - March 29 tournament in Australia and New Zealand.

The man who brought Maggi back

The man who brought Maggi back

Rediff.com20 Dec 2016

Suresh Narayanan, chairman & managing director, Nestl India, shares tips on crisis management.

40 Years Ago... And now: L&T, graveyard of corporate raiders

40 Years Ago... And now: L&T, graveyard of corporate raiders

Rediff.com17 Sep 2014

Engineering conglomerate fended off three corporate raids but emerged stronger.

Sheena Bora Trial: Why is Indrani downcast?

Sheena Bora Trial: Why is Indrani downcast?

Rediff.com31 Aug 2018

'With folded hands, on humanitarian grounds, if she can get temporary bail on medical grounds so she can get treatment.' 'If she dies, the whole trial gets derailed.'

Food confessions from a fashion designer

Food confessions from a fashion designer

Rediff.com3 Dec 2015

Wendell Rodricks's passion for fashion has its roots in food, he reveals in this heartwarming essay.

How to deal with a horrible boss

How to deal with a horrible boss

Rediff.com7 Jun 2016

A bad boss can be more than enough to make your life miserable, and unfortunately, they are not that uncommon.

Swami Vivekananda: India's anchor rock

Swami Vivekananda: India's anchor rock

Rediff.com13 Jan 2014

In his approach to national problems and issues Vivekananda was perhaps the first one to call for a national struggle against the challenges of material existence. While recognising the need for re-discovering and rekindling the spiritual aim of existence, the Swami did not neglect to recognise the demands of the other existence as well, says Dr Anirban Ganguly.

6 irresistible breakfast recipes from GOA

6 irresistible breakfast recipes from GOA

Rediff.com13 Oct 2016

Kickstart your morning with these exciting, delectable recipes.

Chennai's story needs to be heard

Chennai's story needs to be heard

Rediff.com3 Dec 2015

No one imagined that this could happen to Chennai. We were just a happy little town content with our Kollywood and Coffee, but humanity has won over once again, says Pavithra Selvam.

Pink interview: 'To play a molested victim was difficult'

Pink interview: 'To play a molested victim was difficult'

Rediff.com15 Sep 2016

'Doing a biopic on Irom Sharmila is too big a responsibility. I have to analyse a lot of other things before I take that up. I don't want to face the backlash it will get if I do that role. This is the best time to be an actor.' Taapsee Pannu up, close and personal.

Ugochi Latoya Igwilo is the first Nigerian model at Lakme Fashion Week

Ugochi Latoya Igwilo is the first Nigerian model at Lakme Fashion Week

Rediff.com20 Mar 2015

"When I came to India, I did not have a plan. I had no friends or mentors. The journey to success hasn't been easy. But looking back, I feel the struggle was worth it. My parents and siblings are very proud of me today," says the 23 year old, Ugochi Latoya Igwilo.

The engineer changing farmers' lives

The engineer changing farmers' lives

Rediff.com19 May 2017

'Agriculture has been given the wrong kind of attention.' 'More innovations are needed for the sector to be successful,' says Devi Murthy of Kamal Kisan.

All you need to know about Dengue fever

All you need to know about Dengue fever

Rediff.com15 Sep 2015

Here's an FAQ on what you MUST know about Dengue fever.

Modi@2: Hits and misses in science and tech

Modi@2: Hits and misses in science and tech

Rediff.com30 May 2016

'Well begun is half done, today there are more hits than misses by the Modi government in its support towards science in India,' says Pallava Bagla.

The MP who wants cannabis legalised in India

The MP who wants cannabis legalised in India

Rediff.com21 Dec 2015

The Biju Janata Dal MP from Dhenkanal says crime will come down if cannabis is legalised.

And Peter spoke to Indrani for the first time since the trial began

And Peter spoke to Indrani for the first time since the trial began

Rediff.com5 Jul 2017

'Indrani said she had some things to discuss with Peter, which he digested with minor surprise.' 'He looked mildly dismayed. And refused to sit down next to her, in spite of her welcome.' In spite of months of wariness from Peter's side, the ice was broken.

Labour pangs for surrogacy law

Labour pangs for surrogacy law

Rediff.com31 Aug 2016

The central government has drafted a law to restrict wombs for hire, and there is much to be said on all sides.

5 traditional Christmas recipes

5 traditional Christmas recipes

Rediff.com18 Dec 2015

What is Christmas without some traditional food?