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IIT aspirant in Kota turns arms supplier, arrested

IIT aspirant in Kota turns arms supplier, arrested

Rediff.com1 Mar 2024

Bhola Kaushika came to Kota as a 17-year-old with a dream in his eyes to become an engineer. Instead, he became an outlaw.

Follow 'Israeli model' to settle Kashmiri Pandits: Indian diplomat

Follow 'Israeli model' to settle Kashmiri Pandits: Indian diplomat

Rediff.com28 Nov 2019

His remarks sparked a controversy with Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan targeting the Indian government over its Kashmir policy.

Forced to cancel seminars of envoys from West Asian countries: JNU official

Forced to cancel seminars of envoys from West Asian countries: JNU official

Rediff.com7 Nov 2024

She has also demanded security from the JNU citing safety concerns, after her personal details were allegedly leaked by a university official.

What To Expect From Mirzapur 3

What To Expect From Mirzapur 3

Rediff.com2 Jul 2024

'With Mirzapur characters, you don't know what's going to happen -- mid season, first episode, last episode -- you could be taken out anytime.'

163 Indian pandits go missing in US

163 Indian pandits go missing in US

Rediff.com27 Jan 2014

As many as 163 Vedic pandits, who were brought to the United States from north Indian villages, have disappeared from the Maharishi Vedic City in Iowa during the past year, according to a media report.

Gambhir backs under fire Starc to 'create an impact'

Gambhir backs under fire Starc to 'create an impact'

Rediff.com13 Apr 2024

'Four games don't make him a bad bowler'

Kashmiri Pandits seek Obama's help

Kashmiri Pandits seek Obama's help

Rediff.com6 Nov 2010

Kashmiri Pandits in the US have appealed to President Barack Obama to take up their cause and the need to protect their fundamental rights in the Valley during his meetings with top Indian leadership.

Pandit is Maharashtra coach

Pandit is Maharashtra coach

Rediff.com24 Aug 2005

Chandrakant Pandit has been appointed as the coach of Maharashtra Ranji trophy team

Taapsee's First Appearance After Shaadi

Taapsee's First Appearance After Shaadi

Rediff.com12 Apr 2024

When the photographers congratulated her, she couldn't stop blushing.

'Kashmiri Youth Don't Want To Die'

'Kashmiri Youth Don't Want To Die'

Rediff.com8 Oct 2024

'...or go to jail.' 'The government is getting them silenced.'

Kashmiri Pandits against AFSPA withdrawal

Kashmiri Pandits against AFSPA withdrawal

Rediff.com15 Sep 2010

Amid demands for withdrawal of Armed Forces Special Powers Act from their state, Kashmiri Pandits on Wednesday opposed any such move and asked the Centre to take the views of all shades of opinion of the state before deciding on any major issue related to the state.

Ganpati Visarjan: The Patkars Bid Goodbye To Bappa

Ganpati Visarjan: The Patkars Bid Goodbye To Bappa

Rediff.com16 Sep 2024

Rediff.com's Hitesh Harisinghani joins the Patkar family as they say goodbye to Lord Ganesha.

What's Juhi Chawla Telling Russell?

What's Juhi Chawla Telling Russell?

Rediff.com22 May 2024

Soaked in the celebratory atmosphere, Shah Rukh Khan was joined by his children Suhana and AbRam for a victory lap.

Pandit backs Mongia's comeback claim

Pandit backs Mongia's comeback claim

Rediff.com11 Nov 2003

Why Kashmiri Pandits are going back after 30 years

Why Kashmiri Pandits are going back after 30 years

Rediff.com18 Jun 2018

'We know the situation has worsened in the valley, but we are taking the first step.' 'We have lost 30 years of our life. We do not want to wait any longer.' 'The political class always said, you come down to Kashmir.' 'So, we are going to be there and we are going to demand a place to stay.' 'After all, it is our own land.'

Naseeruddin Shah, Anupam Kher spar over Kashmiri Pandits

Naseeruddin Shah, Anupam Kher spar over Kashmiri Pandits

Rediff.com28 May 2016

Veteran Bollywood actor Naseeruddin Shah's veiled comments against Anupam Kher on Saturday drew sharp reactions from his former co-star.

Why Pandit quit Mumbai

Why Pandit quit Mumbai

Rediff.com31 Aug 2005

Chandrakant Pandit speaks about his time in the Mumbai dressing room and his new assignment.

Playing Ved Prakash Sharma's Keshav Pandit

Playing Ved Prakash Sharma's Keshav Pandit

Rediff.com18 May 2010

Sarwar Ahuja on playing the title character in the television adaptation of the bestselling novel by the famous writer.

Kahan Shuru Kahan Khatam Comes With A Message

Kahan Shuru Kahan Khatam Comes With A Message

Rediff.com20 Sep 2024

Kahan Shuru Kahan Khatam, with its retro-inspired title song and background score just tries too hard, both with the comedy and the message, feels Deepa Gahlot.

Kashmiri Pandits meet top US officials

Kashmiri Pandits meet top US officials

Rediff.com10 Feb 2010

The Kashmiri Pandit leadership from across the United States, led by California-based community activist Jeevan Zutshi, last week met senior Obama administration officials at the State Department and lawmakers on Capitol Hill to implore them to help address the plight of the Pandits in India.

How The President Spent Her Birthday

How The President Spent Her Birthday

Rediff.com21 Jun 2024

President Droupadi Murmu turned 66 on Thursday, June 20, 2024, and spent the birthday morning at the Pandit Deendayal Upadhyaya National Institute for Persons with Physical Disabilities in New Delhi.

Vikram Pandit a good leader: Review

Vikram Pandit a good leader: Review

Rediff.com8 Oct 2009

The management review, requested by federal regulators, gave Citigroup's senior executives good marks overall and took a satisfactory view of the leadership of Pandit, but took a harsher stance on some of Pandit's top deputies, The New York Times said citing persons with knowledge of the situation.

CBI books ex-Maha HM for plot to 'frame' BJP leaders

CBI books ex-Maha HM for plot to 'frame' BJP leaders

Rediff.com4 Sep 2024

The CBI lodged the case after a two-year preliminary enquiry, which originated from a pen drive handed over to the then Maharashtra Assembly speaker by Devendra Fadnavis, who was in the opposition in 2020, they said.

Photos: Kashmiri Pandits throng Khir Bhawani festival

Photos: Kashmiri Pandits throng Khir Bhawani festival

Rediff.com6 Jun 2014

Thousands of Kashmiri Pandits on Friday thronged the revered north Kashmir Khir Bhawani temple on the annual festival. The temple is located at Tullamulla, 26 kilometres from summer capital Srinagar in Ganderbal district.

How Durga Puja Brings Kajol, Rani, Sharbani Together

How Durga Puja Brings Kajol, Rani, Sharbani Together

Rediff.com12 Oct 2024

'Kajol has always been very particular about Nysa and Yug coming for the puja every year.'

Kashmiri Pandits observe 'Martyr's Day'

Kashmiri Pandits observe 'Martyr's Day'

Rediff.com14 Sep 2004

Hundreds of Pandits staged a demonstration during which the successive state and central governments were accused of ignoring the plight of the community.

Madhuri's Devdas Reunion At Ambani Party

Madhuri's Devdas Reunion At Ambani Party

Rediff.com17 Jul 2024

Days after Radhika Merchant and Anant Ambani's wedding, pictures of the celebrations continue to pour in.

Shah Rukh Wins Hearts At Eden Gardens

Shah Rukh Wins Hearts At Eden Gardens

Rediff.com16 Apr 2024

When Shah Rukh Khan appears at a KKR game -- like he did, during the IPL 2024 game against the Lucknow Super Giants at the Eden Gardens on Sunday afternoon (a game KKR won by 8 wickets!) -- he is as much the centre of action as the events on the cricket field.

Kashmiri pandits meet Advani

Kashmiri pandits meet Advani

Rediff.com2 Sep 2003

The Mongolian Behind India's Bronze Wins

The Mongolian Behind India's Bronze Wins

Rediff.com31 Jul 2024

Munkhbayar Dorjsuren's experience proved crucial for Bhaker and Sarabjot in the mixed team final where the shooters are allowed to take time-outs and speak to their coaches. Not only did she contribute with vital inputs but she was constantly egging Indian fans to cheer for the Indians.

BJP govt in J-K will restore statehood: Modi

BJP govt in J-K will restore statehood: Modi

Rediff.com28 Sep 2024

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday said the decision to transform Jammu and Kashmir into a Union Territory is 'temporary' and the Bharatiya Janata Party-led government will restore the statehood to the region.

24 Pandits killed in Kashmir

24 Pandits killed in Kashmir

Rediff.com24 Mar 2003

First-ever phase-3 trial for dengue vaccine begins in India

First-ever phase-3 trial for dengue vaccine begins in India

Rediff.com14 Aug 2024

The Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) and Panacea Biotec have initiated the first-ever phase three clinical trial for developing a dengue vaccine in India, the Union Health Ministry said on Wednesday.

Rinku, KKR Coach Show Off Moves

Rinku, KKR Coach Show Off Moves

Rediff.com21 Mar 2024

On Wednesday, the team celebrated with a lively team bonding session that had everyone moving and grooving.

Meera Chopra Gets Married

Meera Chopra Gets Married

Rediff.com13 Mar 2024

Meera Chopra, who was seen in 2023's soulful film Safed, got married to businessman Rakhsit Kejriwal on March 12.

Pandit Ravi Shankar, the phenomenon

Pandit Ravi Shankar, the phenomenon

Rediff.com12 Dec 2012

When you know you are listening to Robindro Shaunkor Chowdhury, more popularly known as Pandit Ravi Shankar, all you need to do is sit back and enjoy.

King Khan's In The House!

King Khan's In The House!

Rediff.com4 Apr 2024

KKR owner Shah Rukh Khan witnessed his team's crushing win over DC from the stands in Vizag.

The pandit Sonia always meets

The pandit Sonia always meets

Rediff.com5 May 2014

"You have no idea how well versed she is with Indian tradition. The way she covers her head, does aarti, listens to the shlokas... You cannot see Western culture in her." Meet Pandit Radheshyam, the priest who conducts a havan before Sonia Gandhi files her nominations from Rae Bareli. In exclusive conversation with Rediff.com's Swarupa Dutt.