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Indrani was dead against Sheena-Rahul affair: Witness to CBI

Indrani was dead against Sheena-Rahul affair: Witness to CBI

Rediff.com28 Nov 2015

Indrani Mukerjea, the prime accused in the Sheena Bora murder case, had allegedly told a friend that Sheena's relationship with Rahul, her husband's son from earlier marriage, was "not permissible at any cost".

Assange jailed for 50 weeks for jumping bail in UK

Assange jailed for 50 weeks for jumping bail in UK

Rediff.com1 May 2019

Assange will be eligible for parole after serving half his sentence under licence conditions.

The rise and fall of Bikram Chaudhury, now on Netflix

The rise and fall of Bikram Chaudhury, now on Netflix

Rediff.com20 Nov 2019

A Netflix documentary reveals the sordid story behind the dazzling success and dizzying fall of the founder of Bikram Yoga.

Indian mistaken for Muslim, punched in US bar

Indian mistaken for Muslim, punched in US bar

Rediff.com24 Nov 2016

Ankur Mehta was allegedly attacked at the Red Robin Restaurant in Pennsylvania while he was working on his tablet with earbuds in his ears when the attacker grabbed and punched him with his elbow and fist.

SC lawyer files complaint against Papon under POSCO Act

SC lawyer files complaint against Papon under POSCO Act

Rediff.com23 Feb 2018

"We have no idea what is happening in reality shows when children participate. These kids are below 15 years. These reality shows are harming kids' psyche and their future, too. If they want to continue, then there has to be proper guidelines laid down by the government for them to follow."

Ex-colleague accuses M J Akbar of rape

Ex-colleague accuses M J Akbar of rape

Rediff.com2 Nov 2018

The latest allegation of rape was levelled against Akbar by Pallavi Gogoi, chief business editor of National Public Radio, a Washington-based American media organisation, who has detailed the "most painful memories" of her life in an article in The Washington Post.

How to bond emotionally with a loved one

How to bond emotionally with a loved one

Rediff.com11 Aug 2017

These nine tips will go a long way in keeping relationships healthy within the family.

Why Maya-Mulayam cannot go the Lalu-Nitish way

Why Maya-Mulayam cannot go the Lalu-Nitish way

Rediff.com13 Aug 2014

After all, unlike the barriers between Nitish and Lalu, the forge between Mulayam and Mayawati has not been limited to just political differences, it has been a personal war, says Sharat Pradhan/Rediff.com

What is PTSD, the mental health problem Lady Gaga is suffering from?

What is PTSD, the mental health problem Lady Gaga is suffering from?

Rediff.com14 Jun 2018

Lady Gaga revealed that she suffers from post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).

Can Dharamsala stop PLA's Tibetan gambit?

Can Dharamsala stop PLA's Tibetan gambit?

Rediff.com8 May 2021

The first priority for the new Tibetan administration in Dharamsala should be to look at Tibetan recruitment in the PLA, suggests Claude Arpi.

At 19, he was awarded the Param Vir Chakra

At 19, he was awarded the Param Vir Chakra

Rediff.com24 Jan 2020

'It is my duty to tell them about the brave soldiers who gave their lives for our land.' 'The free air of freedom that we breathe is because of men like them.'

Delhi cab rape victim sues Uber in California

Delhi cab rape victim sues Uber in California

Rediff.com30 Jan 2015

The suit claims Uber sacrificed customer safety for the sake of profit and expansion.

Review: 2.0 forgets to have fun

Review: 2.0 forgets to have fun

Rediff.com29 Nov 2018

'2.0 ends up looking like a downgraded version of a promising idea,' notes Sukanya Verma.

Consent of girl not possible in case of gang rape, says SC

Consent of girl not possible in case of gang rape, says SC

Rediff.com23 Jul 2013

Consent of a girl is not possible in case of gang rape and the accused cannot defend himself on the ground of victim's complicity, the Supreme Court held on Tuesday.

4 men abducted me at knife point, says Snapdeal employee after release

4 men abducted me at knife point, says Snapdeal employee after release

Rediff.com13 Feb 2016

The 24-year-old Snapdeal employee who went missing on Wednesday said that she was abducted by four men at knife point while she was on her way back home in an auto-rickshaw.

Irrfan: The Best Films

Irrfan: The Best Films

Rediff.com29 Apr 2020

Sukanya Verma salutes the late actor's spectacular cinematic legacy.

AAP leader Somnath Bharti's wife files complaint of domestic violence

AAP leader Somnath Bharti's wife files complaint of domestic violence

Rediff.com10 Jun 2015

DCW chief Barkha Singh said Bharti has been asked to reply to the notices by June 26.

Nirbhaya rapists to be hanged on Jan 22 at 7 am

Nirbhaya rapists to be hanged on Jan 22 at 7 am

Rediff.com7 Jan 2020

The four death row convicts are Mukesh, Vinay Sharma, Akshay Singh and Pawan Gupta.

#MeToo fire: Sajid Khan steps down as Housefull 4 director

#MeToo fire: Sajid Khan steps down as Housefull 4 director

Rediff.com13 Oct 2018

A woman alleged multiple instances of sexual, mental and emotional abuse by Sajid Khan where he allegedly forced her to send him photos of herself in a bikini, called her late into the night under the pretence of work.

Victims' father charges at ex-USA Gymnastics doctor in court

Victims' father charges at ex-USA Gymnastics doctor in court

Rediff.com2 Feb 2018

He was nearly within striking distance of Nassar before court guards tackled him roughly to the ground in front of his shocked daughters.

Should Deepika do this role? VOTE!

Should Deepika do this role? VOTE!

Rediff.com31 Jul 2019

For fun's sake, Sukanya Verma puts together an ambitious, star-studded wish list of actors we'd love to see in all the key roles just in case someone decided to do a Hindi version.

Trump imposes sanctions on Turkey, says prepared to 'swiftly destroy' its economy

Trump imposes sanctions on Turkey, says prepared to 'swiftly destroy' its economy

Rediff.com15 Oct 2019

The order gives the state and treasury departments authority to consider and impose sanctions on individuals, entities or associates of the Turkish government involved in actions that endanger civilians or lead to the further deterioration of peace, security and stability in northeast Syria.

Let's talk about sexual consent

Let's talk about sexual consent

Rediff.com26 Feb 2016

Consent isn't a privilege; it is a basic human right.

Govt promises to bring Delhi rape offender to justice

Govt promises to bring Delhi rape offender to justice

Rediff.com8 Dec 2014

Government will take all necessary steps to bring to justice the driver of Uber cab service who had allegedly raped a woman passenger here last week, Home Minister Rajnath Singh said on Monday.

Militant Naved brought to capital; will undergo lie detection test

Militant Naved brought to capital; will undergo lie detection test

Rediff.com13 Aug 2015

After sustained questioning for nearly eight days, alleged Pakistani terrorist Mohammed Naved Yakub was brought to New Delhi on Thursday amid tight security and will be subjected to a lie detection test.

Who is Bigg Boss's MOST ANNOYING contestant? VOTE!

Who is Bigg Boss's MOST ANNOYING contestant? VOTE!

Rediff.com5 Jan 2017

Priyanka Jagga, Puneet Issar or Pooja Missra?

The law student who made Supreme Court history

The law student who made Supreme Court history

Rediff.com23 Oct 2018

A petition filed by Swapnil Tripathi, a final year student studying at the National Law University, Jodhpur, prompted the Supreme Court to allow live streaming of the opaque proceedings within.

2 women who entered Sabarimala seek security, SC hearing on Friday

2 women who entered Sabarimala seek security, SC hearing on Friday

Rediff.com17 Jan 2019

In the plea, one of the women, who had been attacked by her mother-in-law following her entry into the hilltop shrine, has sought security for both the women.

Kathua rape accused plead not guilty, ask for narco test

Kathua rape accused plead not guilty, ask for narco test

Rediff.com16 Apr 2018

While seven accused were presented before the district and sessions judge, the eighth is a juvenile who moved a bail application before a judicial magistrate.

SC to hear PIL seeking protection for Kashmiris; Omar slams PM

SC to hear PIL seeking protection for Kashmiris; Omar slams PM

Rediff.com21 Feb 2019

The NHRC issued notice to the Union ministries of home and human resource development seeking a report over the reported ill-treatment of Kashmiri people in the aftermath of the attack.

JNU moves HC against students; Police file FIRs

JNU moves HC against students; Police file FIRs

Rediff.com19 Nov 2019

Hundreds of JNU students rocked the national capital on Monday, bringing several parts of the city to a halt.

Doctor, 41, dies of the disease he was researching

Doctor, 41, dies of the disease he was researching

Rediff.com26 Jul 2019

'Two years ago, had I been given even a tiny hint that my genes were tipping the scale for the development of a disease that would lock me into my body, unable to move or breath normally on my own, I would have been sad, and probably mad.' 'So now I'm running as fast as I can -- from my wheelchair.' P Rajendran on the amazing but brief life of Rahul Desikan, medical pioneer.

Sports Shorts: CAS overturns doping bans on 28 Russian athletes

Sports Shorts: CAS overturns doping bans on 28 Russian athletes

Rediff.com1 Feb 2018

A summary of sports events and sports persons, who made news on Thursday

Citing murder of Indian-origin cop, Trump seeks border wall funding

Citing murder of Indian-origin cop, Trump seeks border wall funding

Rediff.com9 Jan 2019

"This is a humanitarian crisis. A crisis of the heart, and a crisis of the soul," Trump said in his maiden prime-time address from his Oval Office.

Hrithik Roshan's 10 WOW scenes!

Hrithik Roshan's 10 WOW scenes!

Rediff.com11 Jan 2020

On his 46th birthday on January 10, Sukanya Verma lists 10 impressive Hrithik scenes.

Women hurl eggs at Mumbai gang-rape accused

Women hurl eggs at Mumbai gang-rape accused

Rediff.com30 Aug 2013

A group of women hurled eggs at three accused in the photojournalist gang-rape case when they were being brought out of a court here today, while confusion prevailed over the age of another suspect whose family claimed he was a minor.

Classes resume in HCU amid boycott call

Classes resume in HCU amid boycott call

Rediff.com28 Mar 2016

The students should think only about their career, studies, classes, minor examinations and semester examinations, and should not be deterred by any advice or persuasion to the contrary, the VC said.

Trump says he wants to 'hit' Democrats who mocked him

Trump says he wants to 'hit' Democrats who mocked him

Rediff.com29 Jul 2016

Never one to pull his punches, a combative Donald Trump on Friday said he wanted to "hit" several Democrats who spoke against him "so hard, their heads would spin".

Shorts: Aus human rights body to probe gymnastics abuse complaints

Shorts: Aus human rights body to probe gymnastics abuse complaints

Rediff.com30 Jul 2020

Sports Awards could to be delayed: Ministry official

NIA takes over Udhampur terror attack case

NIA takes over Udhampur terror attack case

Rediff.com6 Aug 2015

The National Investigation Agency on Wednesday took over the case of Tuesday's Udhampur terror strike.