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PM Modi in Singapore: Day 3

PM Modi in Singapore: Day 3

Rediff.com2 Jun 2018

On day 3 of his visit to Singapore, Prime Minister Narendra Modi has a busy schedule. Here are glimpses from PM's Singapore visit.

Is Mysuru the cleanest city in India? Share your views

Is Mysuru the cleanest city in India? Share your views

Rediff.com10 Aug 2015

Karnataka and West Bengal have the maximum number of cities among the cleanest in the Swachh Bharat index.

'I am a Tamil-speaking Muslim, I wanted to know my roots'

'I am a Tamil-speaking Muslim, I wanted to know my roots'

Rediff.com15 Jun 2015

Yaadhum is a documentary that talks about how Islam spread in South India because of trade and not through invasion.

Why Bhim Army does not want Ravan to burn

Why Bhim Army does not want Ravan to burn

Rediff.com16 Oct 2018

'Nowhere is it written in the Constitution that Ravan's effigy must be burnt.'

'My vision for India is where every citizen is equal in the eyes of one law'

'My vision for India is where every citizen is equal in the eyes of one law'

Rediff.com9 Jan 2014

How many who celebrate India's Republic Day and Independence Day know that the Indian tri-colour was first unfurled in Moirang in Manipur by the Indian National Army in 1944?

Sensex could dip sharply if BJP loses Karnataka

Sensex could dip sharply if BJP loses Karnataka

Rediff.com4 May 2018

The Karnataka election is being seen as the semi-final to the 2019 general elections and appears to be heading towards a close fight

Can turmeric really save your life?

Can turmeric really save your life?

Rediff.com6 Oct 2018

Did you know that turmeric can help prevent cancer? That garlic can cure toothaches?

Are BJP-Kumaraswamy on the same page in Channapatna?

Are BJP-Kumaraswamy on the same page in Channapatna?

Rediff.com30 Apr 2018

The Congress is looking at Channapatna to take revenge on the JD-S which, it believes, has an underhand deal with the BJP to stop it from getting a majority.

Meet Sachin Tendulkar's English mother-in-law

Meet Sachin Tendulkar's English mother-in-law

Rediff.com8 Jan 2020

Annabel Mehta, Sachin Tendulkar's mother-in-law, has dedicated her life to working with the Beautiful People of the other half of Mumbai without whom the city would neither exist nor thrive. Vaihayasi Pande Daniel met the amazing lady who was awarded the Member of the Order of the British Empire for her service to underprivileged communities.

As temperature dips, sales of winter products surge

As temperature dips, sales of winter products surge

Rediff.com28 Dec 2017

After 2 years of lull, sale of winter products like heaters and woollens grow in double-digit

IPL in Chennai an 'embarrassment' during Cauvery protests: Rajinikanth

IPL in Chennai an 'embarrassment' during Cauvery protests: Rajinikanth

Rediff.com8 Apr 2018

The actor also said that the Centre will face TN wrath if it fails to set up CMB.

Recipes: Achu murukku, kaju barfi and mutton curry

Recipes: Achu murukku, kaju barfi and mutton curry

Rediff.com29 Oct 2013

Here are some traditional recipes you can try at home.

Diwali recipes: Susiyam, Adhirasam and more

Diwali recipes: Susiyam, Adhirasam and more

Rediff.com28 Oct 2013

As part of our everyday series on Diwali, here are some traditional South Indian recipes you can try at home.

11 die in Sri Lanka floods, thousands left homeless

11 die in Sri Lanka floods, thousands left homeless

Rediff.com17 May 2016

Sixty-eight homes have been destroyed. Sri Lankan capital Colombo was the worst hit with many roads submerged.

First solar eclipse of 2010 on January 15

First solar eclipse of 2010 on January 15

Rediff.com9 Jan 2010

The first solar eclipse of the current year would occur on January 15 and will be visible partially in major parts of the country, a city-based Space Sciences organisation said on Friday.

Navratri recipes: Paasi Parippu Payasam, Ela Ada and more

Navratri recipes: Paasi Parippu Payasam, Ela Ada and more

Rediff.com5 Oct 2013

We bring you the recipes of some of the traditional snacks served during Navratri.

Will India turn into a nation of minorities?

Will India turn into a nation of minorities?

Rediff.com23 Mar 2018

'Will the liberals explain if minorities are under such a dire threat in India, how come more and more groups want to separate from the majority and want themselves to be declared a minority?' asks Colonel Anil A Athale (retd).

Why I am not eager for a 'Congress-mukt Bharat'

Why I am not eager for a 'Congress-mukt Bharat'

Rediff.com6 Sep 2016

'Like it or not, the Congress is still the only party with the potential to challenge the BJP at a pan-Indian level,' says T V R Shenoy.

Justice CS Karnan arrested in Coimbatore

Justice CS Karnan arrested in Coimbatore

Rediff.com20 Jun 2017

Karnan, who had been staying there for the last few days, resisted the arrest and argued with the police.

'Balabhaskar was a true legend, a great musician'

'Balabhaskar was a true legend, a great musician'

Rediff.com5 Oct 2018

'I told him, "Balu, you have to get out of the hospital. We have to do a lot of programmes together".' 'When I kissed him on his forehead, tears started rolling from his eyes.' 'I wiped the tears away and prayed.' 'I didn't know that was the last time I was going to see my friend alive.'

It's not too late to plan your New Year getaway!

It's not too late to plan your New Year getaway!

Rediff.com27 Dec 2017

An expert reveals how you can still get out of town for the upcoming long weekend.

The WORST South Indian accents in Hindi films? VOTE!

The WORST South Indian accents in Hindi films? VOTE!

Rediff.com18 Jun 2013

Deepika Padukone's accent in Chennai Express has received a lot of flak from the critics.

Karnataka to be the second biggest auto hub in the South

Karnataka to be the second biggest auto hub in the South

Rediff.com29 May 2013

It's already a home to automobile majors like Toyota, Volvo, Tata Motors and Mahindra Reva.

The nefarious world of C Sivasankaran

The nefarious world of C Sivasankaran

Rediff.com30 Apr 2018

Corporate ministry documents show that the Siva's firm kept taking loans from public sector banks like State Bank of India, Punjab National Bank which gradually turned to bad loans.

This firm produces 35,000 kg of idli/dosa batter a day

This firm produces 35,000 kg of idli/dosa batter a day

Rediff.com31 Mar 2017

iD Fresh Foods, India's largest ready-to-cook food manufacturer, is looking to create a Rs 1,000-crore business in the next five years.

After Kohli, Ashwin strikes gold with 8 brands in the bag

After Kohli, Ashwin strikes gold with 8 brands in the bag

Rediff.com26 Jul 2016

Off-spinner R Ashwin is matching Indian batsmen at their game

Kalki: 10 Films That Inspired Me To Become An Actor

Kalki: 10 Films That Inspired Me To Become An Actor

Rediff.com7 May 2013

Satyajit Ray...Kundan Shah...Mira Nair...Shekhar Kapur... Sanjay Leela Bhansali...Vishal Bhardwaj... Guess which director's movies are missing from Kalki Koechlin's list?

Danone's exit shows challenges global dairy firms face in India

Danone's exit shows challenges global dairy firms face in India

Rediff.com23 Apr 2018

The Rs 1-trillion organised dairy market is dominated by co-operatives in almost every state.

Eid recipes: Mutton Kuzhambu, Mutton Varuval, Seviyan

Eid recipes: Mutton Kuzhambu, Mutton Varuval, Seviyan

Rediff.com16 Jun 2018

Food blogger Rajiyashree Balaji shared these traditional recipes.

'AI will be a technology like Excel'

'AI will be a technology like Excel'

Rediff.com5 Jun 2018

'Artificial intelligence works best on unstructured data. And no other country has the amount of unstructured data like India has.'

Why the 'pro-Hindi' lobby in Tamil Nadu has got it wrong

Why the 'pro-Hindi' lobby in Tamil Nadu has got it wrong

Rediff.com5 Jun 2019

Flowing from an inadequate understanding of Tamil history and politics is an urban elitist mindset that does not seem to be able to touch and feel the real angst of the larger Tamil-speaking masses, cutting across the social and economic status of the individual, says N Sathiya Moorthy.

Sai's Take: A waveless election in UP?

Sai's Take: A waveless election in UP?

Rediff.com8 Apr 2019

The interesting bit about the Azamgarh poll finding on India TV was the whopping percentage of Muslims backing the SP-BSP alliance, which sort of negates Mayawati's appeal to the community to not split their vote with the Congress, says Saisuresh Sivaswamy.

People have made up their minds to throw out Siddaramaiah: Shah

People have made up their minds to throw out Siddaramaiah: Shah

Rediff.com31 Mar 2018

"The people of Karnataka have made up their minds to throw out the Siddaramaiah government. They are disappointed with it on many fronts, with corruption being the main issue. The relationship between corruption and Congress party is akin to water and fish," Shah said.

Homes get smarter, are you ready?

Homes get smarter, are you ready?

Rediff.com29 Sep 2018

Smart homes that do your everyday tasks are now coming on the Indian market. Several real estate firms are making this reality as they venture into constructing automated homes.

Naxal menace: Force of 23,000 operating across country

Naxal menace: Force of 23,000 operating across country

Rediff.com29 May 2013

The home ministry has said the Naxals are spreading to states like Karnataka, Tamil Nadu and Kerala in an attempt to set up a base in South India. Vicky Nanjappa reports

NIA arrests 2 more Al Qaeda sympathisers

NIA arrests 2 more Al Qaeda sympathisers

Rediff.com29 Nov 2016

The arrests have been made in cases related to blasts outside court premises in South India since April this year.

Antony to inaugurate Su-30 squadron at Thanjavur air base

Antony to inaugurate Su-30 squadron at Thanjavur air base

Rediff.com26 May 2013

Defence Minister A K Antony will on Monday inaugurate an airbase in Thanjavur to house squadron of IAFs lethal Su-30 MKI combat aircraft, making it the first fighter squadron in south India that will help maintain vigil over the Indian Ocean region.

Sports Shorts: I-League clubs could face sanctions

Sports Shorts: I-League clubs could face sanctions

Rediff.com2 Apr 2019

A summary of sports events and persons who made news on Tuesday

Modi2: What does the future hold for India's Muslims?

Modi2: What does the future hold for India's Muslims?

Rediff.com27 May 2019

Over two dozen Muslims have been elected to the Lok Sabha. This shows that all is not lost for India's Muslims, suggests Mohammad Sajjad.

Sri Lanka players should not play in IPL: Ranatunga

Sri Lanka players should not play in IPL: Ranatunga

Rediff.com27 Mar 2013

Former captain Arjun Ranatunga has slammed IPL Governing Council's decision to withdraw Sri Lankan cricketers from Chennai matches of the tournament and asked the players to opt out of the entire high-profile event beginning April 3.