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Have you outgrown your relationship?

Have you outgrown your relationship?

Rediff.com9 Apr 2009

It often happens that two people in love live under the same roof, but find themselves at different places in their lives. Kanchana Banerjee examines what happens when you outgrow your relationship.

Does India really need imported economists?

Does India really need imported economists?

Rediff.com11 Jul 2019

Today, with growth having slowed and macro-economic challenges in every direction, would the government have benefited from the advice of 'Harvard' economists? asks T N Ninan.

Hail the actors in Pataal Lok!

Hail the actors in Pataal Lok!

Rediff.com18 May 2020

Paatal Lok is definitely a must watch show. The credit for its success goes to the writers who enthralled us with their unique characters, but also to the wonderful band of actors who grabbed the opportunity to showcase their frightening raw talent, notes Aseem Chhabra.

Does Vivek Oberoi look like Modi? VOTE!

Does Vivek Oberoi look like Modi? VOTE!

Rediff.com16 Jan 2019

Do actors really look like the real life people they portray on screen? It's time to have *your* say!

8 Indian mission staffers' identity compromised; branded as 'agents'

8 Indian mission staffers' identity compromised; branded as 'agents'

Rediff.com3 Nov 2016

The Dawn reported that the alleged Indian intelligence personnel, whose cover was blown off in the media leak include commercial counsellor Rajesh Kumar Agnihotri, first secretary, press and culture Balbir Singh, first secretary, commercial Anurag Singh, visa attache Amardeep Singh Bhatti, visa assistants Dharmedra, Vijay Kumar Verma and Madhavan Nanda Kumar, and assistant, personnel welfare office Jayabalan Senthil.

TN politics turns Stalin-centric in election year

TN politics turns Stalin-centric in election year

Rediff.com6 Jan 2021

From Chief Minister EK Palaniswami to Seeman to TTV Dhinakaran to elder brother M K Azhagiri, everyone's favourite target these days seems to the DMK chief Stalin, which is good news in an election year, but that doesn't mean he is going to sweep the polls, says N Sathiya Moorthy.

'Kader Khan has left a vacuum in my career'

'Kader Khan has left a vacuum in my career'

Rediff.com2 Jan 2019

'In his death, our film industry has lost a prominent voice. The movies will never be the same again.'

Knowing the REAL Rishi Kapoor

Knowing the REAL Rishi Kapoor

Rediff.com1 May 2020

'It will take me a while to process the meaning of the loss of a man who meant so much to me through my entire life,' says Aseem Chhabra.

Yuvraj Singh: An enigma in Indian cricket

Yuvraj Singh: An enigma in Indian cricket

Rediff.com10 Jun 2019

Yuvraj Singh will forever remain an enigma in Indian cricket -- one of the country's greatest white ball players who could never really crack the Test code.

Was Babri Masjid demolition justified?

Was Babri Masjid demolition justified?

Rediff.com4 Aug 2020

'The outrage that followed the destruction of the Babri Masjid was an inability to see the event for what it was: The rectification of a grave historical wrong, the restitution of a hurt of a people and the countering of moral injustice,' argues Vivek Gumaste.

How to tweak your LinkedIn profile to get noticed

How to tweak your LinkedIn profile to get noticed

Rediff.com5 Jul 2017

LinkedIn claims that having a profile picture can get you '21x more profile views and 9x more connection requests'.

Sushma Swaraj: Extraordinary leader with many firsts

Sushma Swaraj: Extraordinary leader with many firsts

Rediff.com8 Aug 2019

The powerful orator leaves behind the legacy of an easily-accessible leader who played a key role in BJP's emergence in the late 1990s.

What will Pakistan's response be?

What will Pakistan's response be?

Rediff.com27 Feb 2019

'Having spent four years in that country and been able to assess the thought process of their military up close, I am of the opinion that a reprisal is inevitable.' 'The Pak military lives in a high ego make believe world (even believing a nuclear war is fightable!) and I know they WILL respond soon enough,' says Group Captain Murli Menon (retd).

The other Benazir we should remember

The other Benazir we should remember

Rediff.com3 Jan 2008

While paying tribute to the slain leader, keep in mind her anti-India stance and role in transferring nuclear technology to North Korea.

'Mere paas Ma hai didn't happen by chance'

'Mere paas Ma hai didn't happen by chance'

Rediff.com6 Dec 2017

'We knew exactly the impact it would have.' 'You see, the line doesn't make its impact in isolation.' 'Its resounding impact depends on Amitabh's lengthy diatribe that precedes Shashi's line.'

Sports icons push for branded education

Sports icons push for branded education

Rediff.com11 Dec 2007

Anil Kumble would be raking in around Rs 60-75 lakh a year for endorsing Manipal Education. Viswanathan Anand would be getting anywhere between Rs 75 lakh to Rs 1 crore. Universities are choosing sports icons as brand endorsers as they not only want to portray themselves as excellent in academics, but extra-curricular performances too.

Pak condemns knighthood for Rushdie

Pak condemns knighthood for Rushdie

Rediff.com19 Jun 2007

The resolution demanded withdrawal of the title, saying that the decision has hurt sentiments of the Muslims across the world.

Do the poor feature in Modi ki Duniya?

Do the poor feature in Modi ki Duniya?

Rediff.com30 Mar 2020

'Wasn't it the PM's duty to reach out to the daily wagers of whom he claims to have been a part?' asks Jyoti Punwani.

'Keep Fighting' is new Schumacher family initiative

'Keep Fighting' is new Schumacher family initiative

Rediff.com18 Dec 2016

Michael Schumacher's family have launched an initiative to help others inspired by the seven-times Formula One world champion's career and character to 'keep fighting' in the face of adversity.

Rahul Gandhi's secret weapon

Rahul Gandhi's secret weapon

Rediff.com1 Dec 2017

The vigour Divya Spandana has added to Rahul Gandhi's social media persona has brought him back in the reckoning.

Listen to the sound of your brand

Listen to the sound of your brand

Rediff.com6 Jul 2015

Globally, brands are discovering the power of sonic branding.

Music review: Kuselan

Music review: Kuselan

Rediff.com2 Jul 2008

Tuned by G V Prakash Kumar, with the lyrics penned by Vaali, Pa Vijay and others, it is interesting to see if Kuselan touts an aural fare on par with the rest of the movie's stature.

'Congress underestimated Scindia'

'Congress underestimated Scindia'

Rediff.com24 Mar 2020

'Kamal Nath and Digvijaya intentionally ignored Jyotiraditya's presence'

10 amazing Amrita Singh movies

10 amazing Amrita Singh movies

Rediff.com9 Feb 2018

An unusual actress turns 60.

HuJI and the Indian connection

HuJI and the Indian connection

Rediff.com30 Jan 2008

To divert part of the international attention away from it and project the increase in jihadi terrorism as a sub-continental and not a purely Pakistani phenomenon, the ISI is likely to accelerate this process of giving Al Qaeda-inspired International Islamic Front, of which all these organisationals are members, a sub-continental visage and clothing and project the so-called Kashmir issue as a root cause of this expanding phenomenon.

Paes excited about Dlouhy partnership

Paes excited about Dlouhy partnership

Rediff.com26 May 2008

Indian tennis ace Leander Paes sees his new union with Lukas Dlouhy from the Czech Republic as a minor challenge on the ATP tour.

'Fortunate that men like him walked this earth during our time'

'Fortunate that men like him walked this earth during our time'

Rediff.com29 Jan 2019

Shortly after former Defence Minister George Fernandes died at the age of 88, leaders across the political spectrum paid tribute to the veteran leader. Here is how our leaders reacted to the tragedy.

India Inc mints money, grows stronger in 2007

India Inc mints money, grows stronger in 2007

Rediff.com31 Dec 2007

Ambani vs Ambani, Tata vs Birla, Ambani vs Mittal, the fights came in all permutations and combinations, making 2007 arguably the most happening as well as a tumultuous period for the Indian industry that stamped its authority overseas with about 250 acquisitions worth over $32 billion.

Still harassed by recovery agents? Here's help

Still harassed by recovery agents? Here's help

Rediff.com17 Dec 2007

The Reserve Bank of India has issued draft guidelines that banks must follow while appointing loan recovery agents. Hopefully, these should provide solace to borrowers unduly harassed by these agents.

Ashok Chakra for militant-turned-solider Nazir Wani posthumously

Ashok Chakra for militant-turned-solider Nazir Wani posthumously

Rediff.com24 Jan 2019

Wani laid down his life during an anti-terror operation at Shopian in Kashmir in November last year.

Viral Acharya: A common man's central banker

Viral Acharya: A common man's central banker

Rediff.com24 Jun 2019

Be it bad loans resolution or his uncanny focus on inflation fighting which earned him criticism of being a policy hawk, Acharya was at the centre of it all and deftly steered the policy machinery.

Do you know what a Fudget is?

Do you know what a Fudget is?

Rediff.com23 Jan 2019

'Will Mr Jaitley listen, or is that expecting too much in pre-election season?' asks T N Ninan.

Innathe Chinthavishayam does not entertain

Innathe Chinthavishayam does not entertain

Rediff.com14 Apr 2008

We were happy when Satyan Anthikad made Rasathantram a couple of years ago, presenting Mohanlal as a carpenter with a golden heart. The film gave us a reason to keep the faith alive in the actor that he is. Two years later, the actor-director duo try to repeat the magic with Innathe Chinthavishayam.

Jay Bhanushali to quit Kayamath?

Jay Bhanushali to quit Kayamath?

Rediff.com9 Apr 2008

Jay Bhanushali, aka Neev from Kayamath on Star Plus, is likely to quit the show.

Get an MBA from NITT

Get an MBA from NITT

Rediff.com5 Jan 2007

The National Institute of Technology, Tiruchirappalli invites applications for its two-year, residential MBA programme.

Afraid of stocks? Invest in MFs

Afraid of stocks? Invest in MFs

Rediff.com15 Feb 2008

It is always unwise to invest in sectoral funds alone, says personal finance expert Rahul Goel.

Do not fear failure: Shaw

Do not fear failure: Shaw

Rediff.com13 Feb 2008

Addressing aspiring entrepreneurs, Biocon Chief Shaw adviced them never to fear failure.

Vijay Mallya has Koffee with Shobhaa De

Vijay Mallya has Koffee with Shobhaa De

Rediff.com29 Mar 2007

Karan Johar introduces an unusual combination this week in Koffee With Karan.

Adityanath's last chance to prove himself?

Adityanath's last chance to prove himself?

Rediff.com26 Mar 2019

The BJP's losses in Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh and Chhattisgarh, where the UP CM had addressed nearly 75 rallies, has put a big question mark on his ability to deliver in high-octane contests, reports Virendra Singh Rawat.

Meet LN Mittal's man in India

Meet LN Mittal's man in India

Rediff.com27 Feb 2007

Some people stand out just by being unassuming. Sanak Mishra, chief executive officer (CEO), Mittal Steel India, is one of them.