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Zinta case: Police ask BCCI for spectators' list

Zinta case: Police ask BCCI for spectators' list

Rediff.com17 Jun 2014

Mumbai Police, probing the case of alleged molestation filed by actress Preity Zinta against her former boyfriend Ness Wadia, has asked the BCCI to provide a list of spectators at Garware Pavilion in Wankhede stadium and details of seating arrangement among others at the time of the incident.

Fear honour killing? Declare in marriage forms: CIC to lovers

Fear honour killing? Declare in marriage forms: CIC to lovers

Rediff.com11 Aug 2016

Information Commissioner Sridhar Acharyulu also suggested that couples may be allowed to seek police protection from the registrar where marriage is to be performed under the Special Marriage Act.

Now, Nawazuddin in #MeToo storm

Now, Nawazuddin in #MeToo storm

Rediff.com10 Nov 2018

Former Miss India Niharika Singh alleged Nawaz grabbed her and told her it was his dream to have a Miss India or an actress wife.

Can Dada fix the BCCI?

Can Dada fix the BCCI?

Rediff.com21 Oct 2019

'Somewhere along the way, elected office-bearers appeared to have lost sight of the interest of cricket and begun to pursue their own interpretation of what the game should be.' 'Families made it a tradition to have their representatives occupy, if not usurp, positions in state associations,' points out Vinod Rai, who will step down as head of the BCCI's Committee of Administrators on Wednesday, October 23.

How the Supreme Court became 'lions under the throne'

How the Supreme Court became 'lions under the throne'

Rediff.com17 Mar 2018

The Supreme Court of India became "lions under the throne" when Jawaharlal Nehru brought in the fourth amendment in 1955, says T C A Srinivasa Raghavan.

Preet Bharara fired by Trump administration

Preet Bharara "fired" by Trump administration

Rediff.com12 Mar 2017

"I did not resign. Moments ago I was fired. Being the US Attorney in SDNY will forever be the greatest honour of my professional life," Bharara tweeted from his personal verified Twitter account, making a reference to his jurisdiction the Southern District of New York.

Khobragade requests court to extend indictment deadline

Khobragade requests court to extend indictment deadline

Rediff.com7 Jan 2014

Indian diplomat Devyani Khobragade has requested a court here to extend the deadline for charging her in a visa fraud case, saying the "pressure of the impending" deadline is interfering with the ability of the parties to have meaningful discussions on the issue.

Ajay Bisaria, Our Man in Pakistan

Ajay Bisaria, Our Man in Pakistan

Rediff.com11 Nov 2017

India's new high commissioner in Islamabad goes to Pakistan at a time when the country is set to face much internal tumult.

'Less chances of a Doklam happening now'

'Less chances of a Doklam happening now'

Rediff.com14 May 2018

'Even if such a thing happens, it will not prolong for many days like Doklam did.' 'That is because both the leaders do not want it.'

Heat on RBI, banks to reveal defaulters

Heat on RBI, banks to reveal defaulters

Rediff.com17 Dec 2015

The appeals came against orders of the Central Information Commissioner in various cases.

'I did not have a miscarriage on Bigg Boss'

'I did not have a miscarriage on Bigg Boss'

Rediff.com11 Jan 2017

Priyanka Jagga clears her stand on Bigg Boss.

The Pakistani film you must see

The Pakistani film you must see

Rediff.com29 Oct 2017

Iram Haq's What Will People Say is a deeply relatable story of family values at odds with a modern culture.

'My wife has an ex boyfriend'

'My wife has an ex boyfriend'

Rediff.com12 Feb 2015

In a weekly chat with readers, Rediff.com's Love Guru offers relationship advice.

VOTE: Who was your hero of 2019?

VOTE: Who was your hero of 2019?

Rediff.com30 Dec 2019

The year is coming to an end and overall, it's been one hell of a year! We have had our share of ups and downs and we look forward to a better 2020. While we count down the days to the new year, let's also reflect on those who gave us strength to stand up in what we believe, the courageous who didn't bow down and the ones with gumption who inspired us to be better. We, Rediff.com, have selected 26 personalities, who we think are worthy of the title -- HERO OF THE YEAR -- and we want you, dear readers, to choose your hero!

Deadline Day: Inter sign Lukaku from Manchester United

Deadline Day: Inter sign Lukaku from Manchester United

Rediff.com8 Aug 2019

Inter will be his sixth club in a career which began when he made his debut for Anderlecht as a 16-year-old and has taken him to Chelsea, West Bromwich Albion and Everton.

The Jaya you didn't know

The Jaya you didn't know

Rediff.com25 Dec 2016

'We spoke of everything but politics.' 'She was well-versed in the Eng. Lit. canon of Dickens and Austen, but had also read Oscar Wilde's famous epistolary tract from jail, De Profundis.' Sunil Sethi recalls his memorable encounters with Jayalalithaa.

Why Bangladesh cast a keen eye on Assam, West Bengal poll results

Why Bangladesh cast a keen eye on Assam, West Bengal poll results

Rediff.com3 Jun 2016

The elections in two eastern Indian states were keenly observed in Bangladesh for two major contentious issues, writes Prakash Bhandari from Dhaka.

Mourinho criticises Ballon d'Or's negative impact

Mourinho criticises Ballon d'Or's negative impact

Rediff.com10 Apr 2015

Chelsea manager Jose Mourinho has criticised FIFA's Ballon d'Or award given to the world's best player for glorifying the individual at the expense of the team.

The only villain in Sachin's biopic

The only villain in Sachin's biopic

Rediff.com26 May 2017

Sachin: A Billion Dreams reveals how Greg Chappell's faulty tactics damaged India's chances in the 2007 World Cup.

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.

SC to examine correctness of verdict reinstating Sec 377

SC to examine correctness of verdict reinstating Sec 377

Rediff.com10 Jul 2018

The bench also said it would examine the Fundamental Right to life and sexual freedom.

'It's Modi vs people of India'

'It's Modi vs people of India'

Rediff.com10 Jul 2018

'The BJP is saying we have Modi, who have you got?' 'We have the people of India on our side.'

'She was there in between heaven and earth'

'She was there in between heaven and earth'

Rediff.com4 Sep 2016

Even though she was one of the planet's best known people, Mother Teresa remained an enigma all her life.

Sheena case: Indrani schemer, manipulator, says secret witness

Sheena case: Indrani schemer, manipulator, says secret witness

Rediff.com29 Nov 2016

A special court on Tuesday opened the statement of 'secret witness' Ravina Raj Kohli, former president of Star News, from a sealed cover and handed it over to the defence lawyers.

How carmakers in India are going hi-tech to woo customers

How carmakers in India are going hi-tech to woo customers

Rediff.com8 May 2017

Records of millions of car owners are mined to generate leads, pitch sales and get feedback to develop vehicles, says Ajay Modi.

Will brand Dhoni get its magic back?

Will brand Dhoni get its magic back?

Rediff.com29 Jun 2016

Experts say Dhoni will continue to be relevant.

'My wife and I have a poor sex life'

'My wife and I have a poor sex life'

Rediff.com10 Jul 2015

Rediff.com's Love Guru has answers to all your relationship problems.

SC to examine constitutional validity of polygamy among Muslims

SC to examine constitutional validity of polygamy among Muslims

Rediff.com26 Mar 2018

The top court issued notices to Union ministries of law and justice and minority affairs as well as the National Commission of Women after taking note of the plea of Delhi-based woman Nafisa Khan challenging the practice of polygamy and 'nikah halala', and said that the matter will be taken up a five-judge Constitution bench.

Swansea fired me for breach of contract, says Laudrup

Swansea fired me for breach of contract, says Laudrup

Rediff.com19 Feb 2014

Michael Laudrup said on Tuesday he was sacked as manager of Premier League Swansea City this month for a breach of contract.

Take a clear stand on Article 370, Omar tells BJP

Take a clear stand on Article 370, Omar tells BJP

Rediff.com23 Nov 2014

With Prime Minister Narendra Modi skirting any statement on Article 370, Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Sunday said Bharatiya Janata Party is shying away from committing on this contentious issue and is instead keeping its "feet in two boats" in Jammu and Kashmir which normally ends up "sinking".

US keen to have a bilateral investment treaty with India

US keen to have a bilateral investment treaty with India

Rediff.com14 Nov 2014

Holding that transparency, predictability and upholding the rule of law are essential for better ties, a senior American diplomat today said the US is keen to restart work on a Bilateral Investment Treaty (BIT) with India for deepening economic relationship.

Top US diplomat for Af-Pak stepping down

Top US diplomat for Af-Pak stepping down

Rediff.com3 Jul 2014

The US special representative for Afghanistan and Pakistan James Dobbins is stepping down, Secretary of State John Kerry today said amid a political crisis in the war-torn country.

Lorgat 'distressed' to face ICC probe over India tour controversy

Lorgat 'distressed' to face ICC probe over India tour controversy

Rediff.com9 Nov 2013

Faced with an International Cricket Council inquiry for his alleged role into a dispute with India, Cricket South Africa chief executive Haroon Lorgat said that he is "distressed" by the turn of events.

US Admiral caught in ministry protocol for appointments

US Admiral caught in ministry protocol for appointments

Rediff.com26 Jun 2013

Admiral Sam Locklear heads the US Pacific Command, making him the most powerful military commander on earth. With 60 per cent of the US Navy under him, PACOM oversees 52 per cent of the planet. Locklear is America's military pointsman for 36 countries, including India and China.

'Why is love so complicated?'

'Why is love so complicated?'

Rediff.com5 Mar 2015

Rediff's Love Guru has the answer.

The 'foreign hand' in India's election 2019

The 'foreign hand' in India's election 2019

Rediff.com27 Mar 2019

How will the Modi Sarkar's likely return affect other nations?

'She slams her window shut when she sees me!'

'She slams her window shut when she sees me!'

Rediff.com18 Sep 2014

In an online chat with Get Ahead readers Love Guru answered their relationship queries.

PIX: Dimpy and ex Rahul Mahajan meet in Bigg Boss!

PIX: Dimpy and ex Rahul Mahajan meet in Bigg Boss!

Rediff.com10 Dec 2014

Check out this peculiar star party.

Why Kejriwal must apologise for 'just two slaps'

Why Kejriwal must apologise for 'just two slaps'

Rediff.com13 Mar 2018

'Imagine a situation where an upright officer refuses to carry out a chief minister's or a central minister's orders that he considers wrong.' 'Can he be summarily thrashed at a meeting at your residence, or in his own office?' 'If AAP legitimises political violence, there are many, many, tougher political leaders elsewhere to draw the wrong lessons,' warns Shekhar Gupta.

Complaint against Kumar Vishwas closed, DWC tells Delhi HC

Complaint against Kumar Vishwas closed, DWC tells Delhi HC

Rediff.com1 Jul 2015

The Delhi Commission for Women Chairperson Barkha Singh's counsel said that "there are no proceedings pending in the case" before the body.