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Salman Rushdie trolled for 'thuggish violence' remark

Salman Rushdie trolled for 'thuggish violence' remark

Rediff.com13 Oct 2015

The author was flooded with a barrage of hate messages following his tweet in support of writers who returned their Sahitya Akademi awards.

Swara Bhasker is latest Bollywood celeb to join Rahul's Bharat Jodo Yatra

Swara Bhasker is latest Bollywood celeb to join Rahul's Bharat Jodo Yatra

Rediff.com1 Dec 2022

Actor Swara Bhasker on Thursday took part in the Bharat Jodo Yatra in Madhya Pradesh's Ujjain with Congress party leader Rahul Gandhi.

Time to up your game, Nitish babu

Time to up your game, Nitish babu

Rediff.com7 Sep 2020

'Your achievements are many, Nitish babu, but it needs a sustained campaign to remind us, the good people of Bihar, what we may have forgotten,' points out Asmita Bihari.

'We Should Only Give Ranveer Love'

'We Should Only Give Ranveer Love'

Rediff.com27 Jul 2022

'I don't like anything negative said about my favourite Ranveer Singh.'

'Never seen such a large community of haters'

'Never seen such a large community of haters'

Rediff.com23 Dec 2020

'If we could get through this year, future hurdles, traumas and tragedies will be easy to face.'

'I have been criticised and colour discriminated all my life'

'I have been criticised and colour discriminated all my life'

Rediff.com28 Nov 2021

Former India leg-spinner Laxman Sivaramakrishnan has alleged that he has been "colour discriminated" all his life, including in his own country.

First-time MP Nusrat Jahan gets married in Turkey

First-time MP Nusrat Jahan gets married in Turkey

Rediff.com20 Jun 2019

Clad in a traditional red bridal lehenga, the actor looked graceful, while the groom looked dapper in a light pink sherwani.

Never been involved in pornography: Raj Kundra

Never been involved in pornography: Raj Kundra

Rediff.com20 Dec 2021

The businessman also said has already been pronounced "guilty" by the media, and he wishes his privacy is not intruded anymore with this continued "media trial".

Bigg Boss 13: 'Siddharth tries to be intimidating'

Bigg Boss 13: 'Siddharth tries to be intimidating'

Rediff.com11 Nov 2019

'Siddharth and I are alpha males, so a territorial clash is bound to happen.'

How Mother Dairy is fighting the digital war for young minds

How Mother Dairy is fighting the digital war for young minds

Rediff.com24 Nov 2018

With humorous memes, videos and short stories, Brand Mother Dairy has been steadily inserting itself into almost every trending conversation on social media, writes Viveat Susan Pinto.

Gujarat poll: How Congress is planning to win rural Saurashtra

Gujarat poll: How Congress is planning to win rural Saurashtra

Rediff.com1 Dec 2017

The Congress is chiefly banking on the issue of water woes and "incomplete" irrigation projects to make fresh inroads in rural Saurashtra, sensing a feeling of being "left out" among the populace.

Djokovic says press briefs part of sport

Djokovic says press briefs part of sport

Rediff.com28 May 2021

Mixed reactions pour in as Osaka debate rages on.

Are These 2023's Hottest Dusky Women?

Are These 2023's Hottest Dusky Women?

Rediff.com20 Feb 2023

These beauties that dark skin rules the world.

Lanka's ousted president Rajapaksa lauds Asia Cup champs

Lanka's ousted president Rajapaksa lauds Asia Cup champs

Rediff.com12 Sep 2022

Meanwhile, his successor, President Ranil Wickremesinghe tweeted: "Congratulations to the Sri Lankan cricket team on winning the Asia Cup 2022. Well played Pakistan! The second championship for today," he said, adding that it "goes to show that, with dedication and determination we can overcome challenges as a nation. Onwards and upwards Sri Lanka!"

KWK7: 10 REVELATIONS from Vicky-Sidharth

KWK7: 10 REVELATIONS from Vicky-Sidharth

Rediff.com19 Aug 2022

While Vicky made some interesting revelations about his relationship and wedding with Katrina Kaif, Siddharth gave quite a few hints about the lady in his life, Kiara Advani.

BJP tweets video of Rahul Gandhi at nightclub, triggers war of words

BJP tweets video of Rahul Gandhi at nightclub, triggers war of words

Rediff.com3 May 2022

The BJP tweeted a video of Rahul Gandhi apparently at a nightclub in Nepal, inviting a strong response from the Congress which said he was in the friendly country to attend the marriage function of a journalist friend and that it is not a crime to attend weddings of family and friends.

Data privacy: Tension between big technology firms and govt boils over

Data privacy: Tension between big technology firms and govt boils over

Rediff.com22 Mar 2021

There is a perception getting built inside the government that big technology companies -- a common term used for firms like Facebook, Google, Twitter, Amazon and the like - are becoming very powerful and present multiple threats to entire nations and their citizens today. The digital ecosystem is replete with CSAM (child sexual abuse material), fake news, drug trade, radicalisation, trolling among other social vices. Given the network effect that these platforms have, it is important to ensure that these platforms are not misused.

Condemn mob lynching, asked states to take action: Rajnath in Lok Sabha

Condemn mob lynching, asked states to take action: Rajnath in Lok Sabha

Rediff.com19 Jul 2018

Observing that law and order was a state subject, the home minister said the Centre cannot remain silent on the issue.

Digvijaya Singh triggers row, posts abusive tweet to criticise Modi

Digvijaya Singh triggers row, posts abusive tweet to criticise Modi

Rediff.com8 Sep 2017

The Congress leader posted a tweet that used abusive language against Prime Minister Narendra Modi, but later disowned it saying retweets are not endorsements.

PHOTOS: Anushka is all smiles as Kohli leads India to victory

PHOTOS: Anushka is all smiles as Kohli leads India to victory

Rediff.com22 Aug 2018

Anushka Sharma was in a jubilant mood after the Indian team led by her husband Virat Kohli crushed England by 203 runs in the third Test in Nottingham on Wednesday.

Here's what Sania Mirza has to say on Pulwama attack

Here's what Sania Mirza has to say on Pulwama attack

Rediff.com17 Feb 2019

Mirza, who is married to Pakistani cricketer Shoaib Malik, is trolled and targetted every time the relation between India and Pakistan takes a hit.

Twitter to enable fair polls, eyes smart cities to stay relevant

Twitter to enable fair polls, eyes smart cities to stay relevant

Rediff.com3 Oct 2018

The micro-blogging platform hopes its new emphasis on governance would help differentiate it from Facebook and Instagram.

'People are realising his 'Pappu' image has no truth'

'People are realising his 'Pappu' image has no truth'

Rediff.com29 Nov 2022

'Rahul Gandhi has shown courage to heal the heart of democracy.'

Munawar Faruqui's B'luru show cancelled; hate won, says comedian

Munawar Faruqui's B'luru show cancelled; hate won, says comedian

Rediff.com28 Nov 2021

Faruqui found support in actors Mohd Zeeshan Ayyub and Swara Bhasker.

Agriculture minister mocked for 'urinating in public'

Agriculture minister mocked for 'urinating in public'

Rediff.com29 Jun 2017

In Motihari, his kin, however, were critical of the media for airing such footage.

'I never thought that I had evil in me!'

'I never thought that I had evil in me!'

Rediff.com14 Jun 2018

Did you know Daisy Shah started working at 14?

Harnaaz Sandhu speaks out on hijab: Let her live the way she wants to

Harnaaz Sandhu speaks out on hijab: Let her live the way she wants to

Rediff.com30 Mar 2022

Days after her remarks on hijab made headlines, Miss Universe 2021 Harnaaz Sandhu on Wednesday said as a youth of the country she simply shared her perspective when asked to comment on the issue.

Gurmehar withdraws DU campaign; Javed Akhtar slams Rijiju, Sehwag

Gurmehar withdraws DU campaign; Javed Akhtar slams Rijiju, Sehwag

Rediff.com28 Feb 2017

Kaur, daughter of martyr Captain Mandeep Singh, received support from her college -- the Lady Shri Ram college -- which termed her act as sensible and brave.

The political power of a fast

The political power of a fast

Rediff.com6 May 2018

As politicians fast to score brownie points, they should know that not every fast has a desirable ending, says Arundhuti Dasgupta.

With no Dhoni in Test matches, will India use jersey No 7?

With no Dhoni in Test matches, will India use jersey No 7?

Rediff.com24 Jul 2019

Most of the Indian players will opt for their limited-overs jersey numbers.

Zareen Khan loses 50 kg, flaunts stretch marks

Zareen Khan loses 50 kg, flaunts stretch marks

Rediff.com3 Sep 2019

After losing 50 kg, Zareen Khan proudly posted an unedited picture flaunting her stretch marks.

The World Cup That Cheers

The World Cup That Cheers

Rediff.com2 Jul 2024

In cricket, we have something that we can share with our families, neighbours and indeed, the whole country. It is colour-blind, language-neutral, truly secular and transcends all regions, from Kashmir to Kerala and Mizoram to Maharashtra, explains Shreekant Sambrani.

TV presenter Morgan takes a jibe at United on Twitter

TV presenter Morgan takes a jibe at United on Twitter

Rediff.com25 Feb 2014

British TV personality Piers Morgan has trolled Dutch footballer Robin van Persie, whose switch from Arsenal to Manchester United has been a sore point for many, on Twitter after Manchester United beat Crystal Palace on Saturday.

'Srikant Tiwari is someone I am not'

'Srikant Tiwari is someone I am not'

Rediff.com30 Aug 2021

'I admire the way he is able to maintain a balance between his personal and professional life.' 'I don't think it's something most of us can boast of.'

What makes Arshdeep and Umran's partnership click...

What makes Arshdeep and Umran's partnership click...

Rediff.com29 Nov 2022

Arshdeep Singh finds Umran Malik's frightening pace beneficial as the batters are always struggling to adjust due to the marked difference in their respective bowling speeds.

Priyamani gets engaged to longtime boyfriend

Priyamani gets engaged to longtime boyfriend

Rediff.com30 May 2016

The latest updates from the Malayalam film industry.

Sulli Deals case:My son is being framed, says app creator's father

Sulli Deals case:My son is being framed, says app creator's father

Rediff.com9 Jan 2022

The father of a 26-year-old man, believed to be the creator of the 'Sulli Deals' app and arrested by the Delhi police from Indore in Madhya Pradesh, claimed on Sunday that his son was being framed in the case.

Why Shami's contract was withheld by BCCI

Why Shami's contract was withheld by BCCI

Rediff.com7 Mar 2018

India fast bowler Mohammed Shami's central contract was on Wednesday withheld by the BCCI after his wife accused him of domestic violence and adultery, charges that were denied by the cricketer.

MOST INFLUENTIAL people on the Internet

MOST INFLUENTIAL people on the Internet

Rediff.com5 Jul 2017

Where they go, millions follow.

Grandmaster Vishy Anand comes to Kohli's rescue

Grandmaster Vishy Anand comes to Kohli's rescue

Rediff.com12 Nov 2018

Viswanathan Anand feels India cricket captain Virat Kohli became a bit emotional and lost control during his 'leave India' comment to a fan