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Pics: Taapsee, Radhika glam up the red carpet

Pics: Taapsee, Radhika glam up the red carpet

Rediff.com1 Apr 2019

ELLE Graduates 2019 was held in Mumbai to celebrate the rising stars on Indian fashion.

Kangana's Lock Upp Ends

Kangana's Lock Upp Ends

Rediff.com9 May 2022

Kangana Ranaut's reality show Lock Upp saw its grand finale over the weekend, and stand-up comedian Munawar Faruqui was declared the winner.

Dhak Dhak Review: Secrets Of The Khardung La Sisterhood

Dhak Dhak Review: Secrets Of The Khardung La Sisterhood

Rediff.com13 Oct 2023

The simplicity of a spontaneous sisterhood, women getting along with other women, feeling alive in each other's company makes Dhak Dhak a gentle celebration of womanhood, notes Sukanya Verma.

Mercedes rams into famous kachori shop in Delhi, 6 injured

Mercedes rams into famous kachori shop in Delhi, 6 injured

Rediff.com2 Apr 2024

A purported CCTV footage of the incident surfaced on the Internet showing a white-coloured Mercedes hitting some people standing outside the shop and tossing them in the air. The car rammed into a wall moments later.

Living In The Times Of Crime

Living In The Times Of Crime

Rediff.com3 May 2023

Redress for a victim is not easy. It is not really painful to file a cyber-crime complaint.
But someone who is technically unsophisticated enough to fall for a scam will find it hard to navigate the processes, points out Devangshu Datta.

Why Brands Prefer Kohli To Ashwin/Jadeja

Why Brands Prefer Kohli To Ashwin/Jadeja

Rediff.com30 Mar 2023

'When people look at Kohli, they see a boy from Delhi who is taking on the Aussies in their own backyard and aspire to be like him.' 'Players like Jadeja and Ashwin lack this quotient.'

Gangster-politician Mukhtar Ansari dead, Sec 144 imposed across UP

Gangster-politician Mukhtar Ansari dead, Sec 144 imposed across UP

Rediff.com29 Mar 2024

Ansari was taken to the Rani Durgavati Medical College in Banda from the district jail after his health deteriorated.

Do We Need Atmashakti At Work?

Do We Need Atmashakti At Work?

Rediff.com15 Oct 2024

'Alongside economic growth and the Asian century, stress has become an Asian caravan.' 'But stress doesn't arrive in one's country as invitation to taste exhaustion. It comes dressed as a challenge.' 'Its evangelists ask: Are you man enough to shoulder stress?' points out Shyam G Menon.

7 Daily Habits That May Be Ruining Your Skin

7 Daily Habits That May Be Ruining Your Skin

Rediff.com24 Oct 2024

Kiran Bhatt, a cosmetologist with a PhD in nutrition, explains how poor hygiene and lifestyle can impact your skin's health causing infections.

The Menace Of Road Rage

The Menace Of Road Rage

Rediff.com3 Sep 2024

I am happy I didn't knock anyone down, driving recklessly or trying to show off. However, in one instance of road rage (the consequence of arguing with a driver who disrespected my right to cross the road peacefully) I did find a man in a SUV taking his anger out on me by driving his vehicle over my feet, recalls Shyam G Menon.

'Aage Badho, Hum Tumhare Saath Hain'

'Aage Badho, Hum Tumhare Saath Hain'

Rediff.com27 Sep 2024

'Representing our country is a wonderful honour and a mighty task that we are all looking forward to.'

Muizzu-led coalition employed anti-India narrative in 2023 polls: EU report

Muizzu-led coalition employed anti-India narrative in 2023 polls: EU report

Rediff.com10 Jan 2024

The EU mission noted that political and campaign fundraising and financial expenditure lack transparency and effective oversight.

'Did no wrong': Banned Manipuri actor stands her ground

'Did no wrong': Banned Manipuri actor stands her ground

Rediff.com20 Sep 2023

The ban was imposed on her by civil society group Kangleipak Kanba Lup for taking part in the event held in Delhi, amid the ongoing violence in Manipur.

Kylie Jenner tops 2018 Instagram rich list

Kylie Jenner tops 2018 Instagram rich list

Rediff.com25 Jul 2018

Virat Kohli ranks 17 on the list.

Gehlot shares Pilot's video after Modi's taunt

Gehlot shares Pilot's video after Modi's taunt

Rediff.com24 Nov 2023

Reacting to Modi's comments, Sachin Pilot had said that there is no need for anyone other than his party and the people to worry about him.

The Shyam Benegal I Knew

The Shyam Benegal I Knew

Rediff.com23 Dec 2024

His cinema of compassion inspired me, gave me tools to develop empathy for others. But it also made me understand that serious, socially committed cinema with deeply engaging narratives and great performances is an art form to admire, appreciate and explore. Aseem Chhabra remembers Shyam Benegal, who passed into the ages on Monday evening.

Where In The World Are These Stars?!

Where In The World Are These Stars?!

Rediff.com7 Apr 2022

Bollywood stars travel all the time on work or for a much-needed vacation.

Love Sex Aur Dhokha 2 Review: Black Mirror For The Digital Age

Love Sex Aur Dhokha 2 Review: Black Mirror For The Digital Age

Rediff.com19 Apr 2024

There is startling accuracy to Dibakar Banerjee's portrayal, notes Sukanya Verma.

Media house with business interests bad for journalism, for democracy: CJI

Media house with business interests bad for journalism, for democracy: CJI

Rediff.com26 Jul 2022

The media must confine itself to honest journalism and not use it as a tool to expand its influence and business interests, Chief Justice of India (CJI) NV Ramana said on Tuesday.

2024 Polls And Rise Of YouTuber Mantris

2024 Polls And Rise Of YouTuber Mantris

Rediff.com9 Oct 2023

Like, Share, Subscribe, Vote: The 2024 polls may be dubbed 'YouTube election'.

Imports of California walnut rise after India removes tariff

Imports of California walnut rise after India removes tariff

Rediff.com8 Jan 2024

The California walnuts shipped from the US to India have seen a sharp uptick with imports more than doubling from September to November against the same period last year. This comes after New Delhi removed its retaliatory customs tariffs on the key dry fruit. Two days ahead of US President Joe Biden's visit to New Delhi to attend the G20 Summit on September 9-10, India dropped additional customs duties on about half a dozen US goods that were imposed in 2019 in response to America raising tariffs on certain steel and aluminum products coming from India.

Meet the Instagram star who isn't real

Meet the Instagram star who isn't real

Rediff.com27 Jun 2018

The 19-year-old model from Downey, California, has freckles, brown eyes, bangs cut straight across her forehead, and goes to popular events like the music festival Coachella. But, does it matter that she's computer-generated?

JD-S knocks on guv door for CBI probe into rape case against Prajwal

JD-S knocks on guv door for CBI probe into rape case against Prajwal

Rediff.com9 May 2024

The Janata Dal-Secular on Thursday petitioned Karnataka Governor Thaawarchand Gehlot, seeking his intervention recommending a CBI probe into the sexual abuse charges against Hassan MP Prajwal Revanna.

Can ChatGPT Cause A Global Catastrophe?

Can ChatGPT Cause A Global Catastrophe?

Rediff.com3 Feb 2023

Suppose NLP is weaponised to influence policymakers to go the wrong way on climate change, or launch military attacks on neighbouring countries, warns Devangshu Datta.

Shenaz's 5 Most Peaceful Places In India

Shenaz's 5 Most Peaceful Places In India

Rediff.com26 Sep 2024

Inflencer and vlogger Shenaz Treasury chooses her favourite quiet spots.

SC judge who heard Nupur Sharma's plea slams 'personalised attacks'

SC judge who heard Nupur Sharma's plea slams 'personalised attacks'

Rediff.com3 Jul 2022

"Crossing that 'Lakshman rekha' many times, this is especially more worrisome," the judge, who has recently been elevated to the top court, said.

SLB Campaigns For BAFTAs For Gangubhai

SLB Campaigns For BAFTAs For Gangubhai

Rediff.com5 Dec 2022

The film is being submitted for BAFTA members' consideration in all categories including Best Film, Director, Adapted Screenplay, Leading Actress and Film Not in the English Language.

Unacademy sacked me under pressure from trollers: Tutor

Unacademy sacked me under pressure from trollers: Tutor

Rediff.com20 Aug 2023

Sangwan said he made the generic remark on his YouTube channel and not during his lecture at Unacademy.

Kartam Bhugtam Review: Baffling!

Kartam Bhugtam Review: Baffling!

Rediff.com17 May 2024

If there is any actor who emerges from this wreck with his talent unscathed, it is Vijay Raaz, observes Deepa Gahlot.

'Dr Singh Was The Best PM In Modern Times'

'Dr Singh Was The Best PM In Modern Times'

Rediff.com2 Jan 2025

'All the big things happening today in economic development have their beginning in Dr Manmohan Singh's ideas.'

Why mainstream media is feeling disempowered under Modi

Why mainstream media is feeling disempowered under Modi

Rediff.com6 Aug 2014

The advent of technology, the widespread use of smart phones across the country and the increasing popularity of the social media has caused the mushrooming of media platforms and led to the gradual disintermediation of the mainstream traditional media. The BJP leadership has only caught on to this trend quite fast and has used it to counter the influence of the mainstream media, says A K Bhattacharya.

Twitterati rave over 'Akhand Bharat' mural in new Parliament

Twitterati rave over 'Akhand Bharat' mural in new Parliament

Rediff.com28 May 2023

The BJP's Karnataka unit shared photographs of the artworks inside the new Parliament House, including the murals of ancient India, Chanakya, Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel and B R Ambedkar and the cultural diversity of the country.

WhatsApp Pay India head Vinay Choletti quits

WhatsApp Pay India head Vinay Choletti quits

Rediff.com15 Dec 2022

WhatsApp Pay India Vinay Choletti has resigned just after four months he was elevated to the position, according to his details on a professional social media platform. Choletti's resignation is the fourth high-profile exit in about one and half months from Meta in India after its country head Ajit Mohan stepped down in November. After Mohan, WhatsApp India head Abhijit Bose and Meta India Public Policy Head Rajiv Aggarwal also resigned from the company last month.

Sebi Cracks Whip At Finfluencers

Sebi Cracks Whip At Finfluencers

Rediff.com20 Jul 2024

Sebi's mandate restraining mutual funds, stock brokers, and other intermediaries from associating with finfluencers who do not come under the Sebi ambit will impact the earnings of finfluencers through sponsorships, tie-ups, or referral links, as these may dry up due to the restrictions.

Joker Folie a Deux Review: Lady Gaga Saves A Futile Sequel

Joker Folie a Deux Review: Lady Gaga Saves A Futile Sequel

Rediff.com4 Oct 2024

Despite its attempt at compounding the complexity of Arthur Fleck, watching Joker: Folie Deux is a slog, feels Deepa Gahlot.

Assembly Polls: What Google, Meta Are Up To

Assembly Polls: What Google, Meta Are Up To

Rediff.com6 Nov 2023

'There is a huge risk of misinformation and disinformation, and targeted campaigns that could potentially happen against candidates or to push certain narratives.'

We Are In An Era Of Puppets And Puppeteers

We Are In An Era Of Puppets And Puppeteers

Rediff.com31 Dec 2024

'As we enter 2025, it must be acknowledged that there is a convergence of capital, influential people (from business and politics) and technology deciding the destiny of others in the name of pride, patriotism, nationalism, nation building, all of it thinly veiled disguises for personal profit and glory,' asserts Shyam G Menon.

Digvijaya Singh's 'resignation' goes viral, Cong files complaint

Digvijaya Singh's 'resignation' goes viral, Cong files complaint

Rediff.com15 Oct 2023

The Madhya Pradesh Congress filed a police complaint on Sunday, claiming that a fake letter was made viral on social media to create the impression that its senior leader Digvijaya Singh resigned after the party released the first list of its candidates for the upcoming assembly polls.

2024 LS polls to be costliest ever at Rs 1.35 lakh cr

2024 LS polls to be costliest ever at Rs 1.35 lakh cr

Rediff.com25 Apr 2024

'The estimated expenditure is expected to be more than double the Rs 60,000 crore spent in 2019'

People in east look Chinese, south like Africa: Sam Pitroda

People in east look Chinese, south like Africa: Sam Pitroda

Rediff.com8 May 2024

He further added that the people of India respect different languages, religion, food and customs which varies from region to region. "That's the India that I believe in, where everybody has a place and everybody compromises little bit," he said.