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The Rahul Dravid of Indian politics

The Rahul Dravid of Indian politics

Rediff.com12 Jun 2019

'On a new kidney, her immune system still getting used to it, she took on the Pakistanis at the UN, held meetings with her counterparts from across the world, and presented a picture of incredible poise and dignity,' notes Shekhar Gupta.

Ayushmann charges Rs 15-20 cr for ads!

Ayushmann charges Rs 15-20 cr for ads!

Rediff.com29 Nov 2018

'He resonates more with the youth which is always something brands want.'

PadMan Review: Akshay crusades for a new cause

PadMan Review: Akshay crusades for a new cause

Rediff.com9 Feb 2018

'PadMan has its premise in place. Now if only it had some wings,' says Sukanya Verma.

2013 Peace Nobel for chemical weapons watchdog

2013 Peace Nobel for chemical weapons watchdog

Rediff.com11 Oct 2013

Hague-based Organisation for the Prohibition of Chemical Weapons was awarded the 2013 Nobel Peace Prize on Friday for its extensive efforts to eliminate chemical weapons.

'I was abused when I was 6'

'I was abused when I was 6'

Rediff.com10 Jan 2017

Dr Sudha Satish says she felt helpless when she was abused as a kid.

Drink the wine, my friends

Drink the wine, my friends

Rediff.com16 Oct 2019

Domestic wineries have moved from creating predominantly sweet wines in their initial years to drier, complex blends now. They also seem to be investing more in wine tourism.

Why you need pillow talk for better sex

Why you need pillow talk for better sex

Rediff.com13 Jul 2016

Don't just have sex, make love.

7 reasons why you must watch Befikre

7 reasons why you must watch Befikre

Rediff.com12 Dec 2016

Syed Firdaus Ashraf, who grew up in the 1980s, tells us why Befikre is a must watch to understand the new generation.

Remembering Ashok Mitra

Remembering Ashok Mitra

Rediff.com2 Jun 2018

Dr Mitra called the Pandara Road crowd a 'cheerful collective of young dreamers,' united in its 'love and pride for the newly Independent India,' despite 'sharp disparities in background, temperament and attitude.' Dr Shreekant Sambrani recalls his encounters with the legendary economist who passed into the ages.

The A-Z of 2018

The A-Z of 2018

Rediff.com12 Jan 2019

The year gone by, decoded by Shuma Raha.

In love with a bisexual man? You're lucky!

In love with a bisexual man? You're lucky!

Rediff.com12 Apr 2017

Bisexuals make better lovers, fathers and partners, a new study has revealed.

Shattering stigmas: HIV-positive man posts pics of healthy family on FB

Shattering stigmas: HIV-positive man posts pics of healthy family on FB

Rediff.com19 May 2015

Phoenix-based Andrew Pulsipher, 33, who has been HIV-positive since birth, recently posted a photo on Facebook which became a rage on the social media.

6 questions to ask your partner before getting married

6 questions to ask your partner before getting married

Rediff.com12 Jan 2017

It's best to know if both of you share the same aspirations, ambitions and will be sharing a similar life.

Turkish gay referee to be compensated after being deemed 'unfit' to officiate

Turkish gay referee to be compensated after being deemed 'unfit' to officiate

Rediff.com30 Dec 2015

Turkish media said that Dincdag had been a football referee in Trabzon for 13 years when his license was revoked in 2009 and has been unable to officiate at any match since. Homosexuality has been legal in Turkey throughout the period of the modern republic and was also legalised in the Ottoman Empire from the mid-nineteenth century

Governments must listen to voices from the past

Governments must listen to voices from the past

Rediff.com23 May 2017

'In economic matters governments should not take sides based on religion and caste,' says T C A Srinivasa-Raghavan.

How poker changed their lives

How poker changed their lives

Rediff.com14 Oct 2019

Four individuals who have taken up poker professionally tell Norma Godinho/Rediff.com how their stars have changed for the better.

Take this poll: Bollywood songs to torture IS!

Take this poll: Bollywood songs to torture IS!

Rediff.com7 Jun 2016

Vote and decide for yourself!

It's time for a period of change at workplace

It's time for a period of change at workplace

Rediff.com4 Aug 2017

'Most women I know already take leave on the first day of their period.' 'But then we have no medical leaves left in case something more dire happens to us.' 'The effort to take this unorganised practice and make it more visible in the work place is an indication to working women everywhere: We see you and you matter,' says Shigorika Singh.

Dress for success: Fashion tips to show you mean business

Dress for success: Fashion tips to show you mean business

Rediff.com27 Oct 2015

Tips to pick the right business attire.

Bearded men are more likely to cheat: Women, please note!

Bearded men are more likely to cheat: Women, please note!

Rediff.com30 Oct 2015

According to a study, men with facial hair are more likely to cheat on their partners and get into fights than clean shaven men.

He may not bleed, but periods matter to this man

He may not bleed, but periods matter to this man

Rediff.com28 May 2019

Women should stop being ashamed of their periods. They should start celebrating it, feels Nishant Bangera.

Why is Pakistan rattled?

Why is Pakistan rattled?

Rediff.com22 Dec 2017

'Fearful of losing strategic advantage, the only option for Pakistan is to rattle its nuclear sabre!' 'Pakistan thereby hopes to play on the worldwide fear of an outbreak of nuclear war in South Asia,' says Colonel Anil A Athale (retd).

Cricket's tryst with Mahatma Gandhi

Cricket's tryst with Mahatma Gandhi

Rediff.com2 Oct 2017

On the occasion of Gandhiji's birthday, Rediff.com presents an excerpt from the book that shows how Gandhi changed the face of cricket as it was played then.

Gay athletes at Rio Games bring hope to LGBT cause in Brazil

Gay athletes at Rio Games bring hope to LGBT cause in Brazil

Rediff.com16 Aug 2016

Dressed as a mermaid with shells covering his nipples, Brazilian Murilo Sousa voiced hope that the record number of openly gay athletes at the Rio Games would boost acceptance in his South American nation, amid a backlash over same-sex marriage.

How to deal with the Aziz Ansari #MeToo accusation: The essential guide

How to deal with the Aziz Ansari #MeToo accusation: The essential guide

Rediff.com1 Feb 2018

Experts who work on race and gender issues have now put together a syllabus for desis.

'India may escalate it a bit further'

'India may escalate it a bit further'

Rediff.com1 Mar 2019

'Will it lead to a full-scale war? I doubt it.' 'But I do think there will be some kind of limited conflict.'

Would ancient India have supported Section 377?

Would ancient India have supported Section 377?

Rediff.com17 Jul 2018

Devdutt Pattanaik, who has simplified the ancient Indian scriptures for millions of readers, highlights what our scriptures have to say about homosexuals and transgenders.

10 Amazing Films of 2017

10 Amazing Films of 2017

Rediff.com30 Dec 2017

Find out which films make it to Sukanya Verma's Top 10 of the year!

IOC set for biggest overhaul of Olympics

IOC set for biggest overhaul of Olympics

Rediff.com5 Dec 2014

The IOC wants to attract more cities to bidding, and is eager to make the process easier, more flexible and more in line with the cities' own plans for the future.

'Indians are not as regressive as we think they are'

'Indians are not as regressive as we think they are'

Rediff.com1 Feb 2019

'Just because you fall in love with someone, who might not belong to the opposite sex does not mean you are different.' 'Love is always Love.' 'You cannot choose which person you will fall in love with.'

Bollywood's HIGHS and LOWS of 2017 so far

Bollywood's HIGHS and LOWS of 2017 so far

Rediff.com30 Jun 2017

The Good, the Bad and the Ugly at the movies!

'Enjoying sex and hanging out with boys does not make a girl a slut'

'Enjoying sex and hanging out with boys does not make a girl a slut'

Rediff.com9 Mar 2017

"It is 2017. I don't understand why these things are still taboo," says Randeep.

Why questions raised by Gunter Grass need to be debated

Why questions raised by Gunter Grass need to be debated

Rediff.com19 Apr 2015

He was ready even to take on Germany's collective guilt over the Holocaust

'They called us prostitutes who should be stoned'

'They called us prostitutes who should be stoned'

Rediff.com4 Dec 2015

In a no-holds-barred interview, 20-year-old Nikita Azad discusses the backlash she has faced after #HappytoBleed, the campaign she launched to protest a derogatory statement made by the chief of the Sabarimala Devasom Board.

'They called us prostitutes who should be stoned'

'They called us prostitutes who should be stoned'

Rediff.com4 Dec 2015

In a no-holds-barred interview, 20-year-old Nikita Azad discusses the backlash she has faced after #HappytoBleed, the campaign she launched to protest a derogatory statement made by the chief of the Sabarimala Devasom Board.

Salman: Priyanka did what she wanted

Salman: Priyanka did what she wanted

Rediff.com29 May 2019

'To get the most important film of Priyanka's career, which would perhaps take her another 10-15 years, she refused to do it to get married to him. I mean it's amazing!'

'Giving political context to cleanliness will be a big boost'

'Giving political context to cleanliness will be a big boost'

Rediff.com2 Oct 2014

Prime Minister Narendra Modi's cleanliness drive should be about Indians keeping themselves and their surroundings clean. It cannot be a day-long or time-bound campaign, Sulabh founder Bindeshwar Pathak tells Upasna Pandey.

The Hoo-Haa about Wuhan

The Hoo-Haa about Wuhan

Rediff.com9 May 2018

'2019 is just a year away and Modi can do with some peace and tranquility on the external front.' 'There are risks, of course, but isn't Modi a risk taker?' asks Ambassador B S Prakash.

When Bollywood romanced older heroines

When Bollywood romanced older heroines

Rediff.com4 Apr 2016

Audiences -- and producers -- no longer shy away from casting older heroines opposite younger heroes.

Napkins to Nirodh: Why the message isn't loud and clear

Napkins to Nirodh: Why the message isn't loud and clear

Rediff.com19 Dec 2017

Why does any talk about reproduction, or condoms, or sanitary napkins make us so uncomfortable, wonders Divya Nair.