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'Contempt of my conscience': Prashant Bhushan won't apologise

'Contempt of my conscience': Prashant Bhushan won't apologise

Rediff.com24 Aug 2020

Bhushan said as an officer of court he believes as a duty to speak up when he believe there is a deviation from its sterling record.

Modi-Shah's biggest political achievement

Modi-Shah's biggest political achievement

Rediff.com26 Jun 2019

'A unified Hindu votebank -- the creation of the largest and most reliable votebank in Indian politics, ever,' says Mihir S Sharma.

There can't be a cap on the value of sacrifice

There can't be a cap on the value of sacrifice

Rediff.com7 Dec 2017

'Reduce the perks and privileges of MPs, but let there be no reduction in the money spent on the education of martyrs' children,' says former BJP MP Tarun Vijay.

Having a separate constitution for J-K was an aberration: Doval

Having a separate constitution for J-K was an aberration: Doval

Rediff.com4 Sep 2018

Talking about the British rule, he said one of the their plans was to let the princely states decide for themselves, hoping that there would be chaos in the country.

What you must know about Munawar Faruqui

What you must know about Munawar Faruqui

Rediff.com8 Feb 2021

He may have been in the news for all the wrong reasons but the greater irony is that Muslim stand-up comic Munawar Faruqui's best jokes ridicule Muslims, and are wolfed down by Muslims, who form the majority of his 177,000 Instagram followers, notes Jyoti Punwani.

Pressure on Azam Khan to apologise for sexist remarks

Pressure on Azam Khan to apologise for sexist remarks

Rediff.com26 Jul 2019

Speaker Om Birla he will hold a meeting with leaders of all parties and then take a decision.

Rise of Cars24, India's latest unicorn

Rise of Cars24, India's latest unicorn

Rediff.com6 Dec 2020

Co-founders of India's latest unicorn expected Covid-19 to be a speed breaker; instead it accelerated sales. Cars24 now enjoys more than 90 per cent market share among all other similar online transaction platforms. Dhruv Munjal traces the birth of this used-cars platform.

Ronen Sen praises AAPI for pride in Indian roots

Ronen Sen praises AAPI for pride in Indian roots

Rediff.com2 Jul 2008

Speaking at the 26th annual convention of AAPI held in Las Vegas, Sen said, "It's been a privilege for me to be associated with AAPI because I recognise the tremendous role that is being played by AAPI in promoting friendship between India and the United States. And, I am also glad that AAPI is also unabashedly promoting India in the United States."

The art of fine dining

The art of fine dining

Rediff.com1 Oct 2019

'A hangover of the Raj, there's no one quite like the desi butler who knows the order in which a meal must be served, and will not be distracted from his watch by modern memsahibs and their slightly unusual ways or requests,' says Kishore Singh.

'Being Karan Johar is both an advantage and a disadvantage'

'Being Karan Johar is both an advantage and a disadvantage'

Rediff.com25 May 2021

'That very brand name comes in the way of people expecting something different from me.'

How to hire and get hired in a recession

How to hire and get hired in a recession

Rediff.com20 Apr 2009

The founder of Silicon Alley Reporter and Mahalo.com offers advice to employers trying to make the right hire and candidates struggling to land a job

Parliament not immune to 'casting couch': Renuka

Parliament not immune to 'casting couch': Renuka

Rediff.com25 Apr 2018

It is not just in the film industry. It happens everywhere, she said.

Smriti Irani in line of fire again in LS

Smriti Irani in line of fire again in LS

Rediff.com2 Mar 2016

HRD Minister Smriti Irani was again in the line of fire in the Lok Sabha with opposition members forcing Speaker Sumitra Mahajan to allow them to speak on their notice for the privilege motion against the minister.

India at cusp of becoming premier digital society: Mukesh Ambani

India at cusp of becoming premier digital society: Mukesh Ambani

Rediff.com24 Feb 2020

Speaking at a fireside chat with Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella, he said the big change driving this transformation was the deepening of mobile networks which were working at a much faster pace than before.

Inspiring! Shikoh Zaidi's Red Revolution

Inspiring! Shikoh Zaidi's Red Revolution

Rediff.com10 Sep 2019

A Class 12 student is changing the lives of the girls in her village, says Geetanjali Krishna.

Book on Balram Jakhar released

Book on Balram Jakhar released

Rediff.com7 Sep 2007

President Pratibha Patil on Friday released a book titled Abhinandan Granth Kalpavraksh on Madhya Pradesh Governor Balram Jakhar.

Mera Wala Shah Rukh!

Mera Wala Shah Rukh!

Rediff.com2 Nov 2020

On his 55th birthday, Sukanya Verma celebrates his inimitable ways in 10 scenes that she keeps returning to time and again.

MP who used pepper spray in Parliament 'quits' politics

MP who used pepper spray in Parliament 'quits' politics

Rediff.com18 Feb 2014

Seemandhra Member of Parliament L Rajagopal, who had created a ruckus by splashing pepper spray in Lok Sabha, on Tuesday resigned from Parliament.

A Suitable Boy review

A Suitable Boy review

Rediff.com23 Oct 2020

As splendid it is to behold, A Suitable Boy cannot match in soul and falls short of being memorable, feels Sukanya Verma.

Gujjars already enjoy OBC benefits: Meena leader

Gujjars already enjoy OBC benefits: Meena leader

Rediff.com7 Jun 2007

Speaking exclusively to rediff.com he said that the Gujjars did not fulfill any of the conditions that are necessary to get ST status.

Why Meera Chopra won't work in the South anymore

Why Meera Chopra won't work in the South anymore

Rediff.com29 Apr 2021

'I could not adjust to the way they treat you.' 'They expect certain things from you, which I was not comfortable with.' 'Like, they expect you to wear a certain kind of clothes, even if you don't want to wear that.' 'They'll be like, just wear it, because it's such a male-dominated industry.'

Natwar submits statement to RS Secretariat

Natwar submits statement to RS Secretariat

Rediff.com10 Aug 2006

Natwar submits statement to RS Secretariat

Speaker accepts resignation of MP who used pepper spray

Speaker accepts resignation of MP who used pepper spray

Rediff.com19 Feb 2014

Speaker Meira Kumar on Wednesday accepted the resignation of expelled Congress Member of Parliament L Rajagopal, who had created a storm by using pepper spray in Lok Sabha to protest against the Telangana Bill.

'Amitabh Bachchan does bully a lot'

'Amitabh Bachchan does bully a lot'

Rediff.com2 Sep 2021

'He will keep saying that I won't do it, but he still comes and does it; that's part of who he is.' 'He is certainly a prankster.'

Guess what Varun Dhawan's dream was?

Guess what Varun Dhawan's dream was?

Rediff.com28 Nov 2018

'Working with Papa was the toughest,' confesses Varun Dhawan.

NRC process fair, some trying to create atmosphere of fear: Rajnath Singh

NRC process fair, some trying to create atmosphere of fear: Rajnath Singh

Rediff.com3 Aug 2018

The home minister in Rajya Sabha also said the draft was not the "final one" and those who have been left out, will get an opportunity to provide the required documentary proof.

This beautiful picture is winning the Internet today

This beautiful picture is winning the Internet today

Rediff.com22 Oct 2018

The story behind Wali Ullah's picture will melt your heart.

The incredibly rare 'Elephant Queen' in Kenya

The incredibly rare 'Elephant Queen' in Kenya

Rediff.com19 Mar 2019

"If I hadn't looked upon her with my own eyes, I might not have believed that such an elephant could exist in our world."

'Lockdown has improved my relations with my sister Huma'

'Lockdown has improved my relations with my sister Huma'

Rediff.com22 May 2020

'It's like as if God was telling us that we have not spent time with each other despite being siblings, so now you have to spend time and talk.'

Lilly Singh: From 'Superwoman' to goodwill ambassador

Lilly Singh: From 'Superwoman' to goodwill ambassador

Rediff.com19 Jul 2017

The Indian-origin Canadian YouTube star joins the long list of celebs using their fame to promote a good cause.

Modi gets ready for the Battle of 2024

Modi gets ready for the Battle of 2024

Rediff.com26 Feb 2021

'The BJP's all-India plans can be expected to become clearer around 2022-2023, particularly if -- as some anticipate -- the senior Congress leadership cracks, broadly as between the Nehru-Gandhi loyalists and those who may be termed 'pro-changers',' observes Arun Bhatnagar, a retired IAS officer.

'We waste water in the most trivial ways'

'We waste water in the most trivial ways'

Rediff.com6 Jul 2020

'You can have a bath in just one bucket of water.' 'When you are brushing your teeth, remember to turn off the tap.' 'You don't have to wash your car every day.'

It's not about me or Shastri, it's about the players: Kumble

It's not about me or Shastri, it's about the players: Kumble

Rediff.com29 Jun 2016

Graciously skirting the controversy surrounding the snub Ravi Shastri received during his job interview, the newly-appointed Indian coach Anil Kumble on Wednesday said it's the players who are the most significant part of the system and no one else.

Parliament disrupted as govt, Oppn spar over Rafale

Parliament disrupted as govt, Oppn spar over Rafale

Rediff.com19 Dec 2018

The lower house has been witnessing daily disruptions since the winter session began last week. It had passed a bill on transgender rights on Monday.

'Will suspend immigration from nations with terror history'

'Will suspend immigration from nations with terror history'

Rediff.com14 Jun 2016

"We cannot continue to allow thousands upon thousands of people to pour into our country, many of whom have the same thought process as this savage killer."

'Kohli does more advertisements than all Bollywood actors'

'Kohli does more advertisements than all Bollywood actors'

Rediff.com3 Jun 2016

After winning the hearts of Indian cricket fans, Virat Kohli seems to be the new talking point in tinsel town as well now. Ace Bollywood actor Abhishek Bachchan seems to be in awe of the Indian batting sensation. Talking about Kohli's ever-growing popularity, Abhishek said, "He is doing great things for the country. He is super-fit and is currently doing more advertisements than all of us combined." Kohli and Abhishek shared the stage with India batsman Ajkinkya Rahane and actor Arjun Kapoor to announce the charity football match to be played between cricket stars and Bollywood personalities on June 4 in Andheri Sports Complex, suburban Mumbai.

Should the Speaker be given more powers?

Should the Speaker be given more powers?

Rediff.com9 Aug 2006

Can the Opposition disrupt Parliament proceedings at its will? Tell us.

Feel 74 yrs young: Chidambaram from Tihar on his b'day

Feel 74 yrs young: Chidambaram from Tihar on his b'day

Rediff.com16 Sep 2019

"You are 74 years old and no 56!!! can stop you," Karti wrote to his father as he wished him on his birthday.

Had actually sought early retirement, claims Sujata Singh

Had actually sought early retirement, claims Sujata Singh

Rediff.com29 Jan 2015

Sujatha Singh claimed that she had actually sought early retirement.