News for 'trolls'

Software lobbyist group co-founder turns troll for Aadhaar

Software lobbyist group co-founder turns troll for Aadhaar

Rediff.com24 May 2017

Sharad Sharma, co-founder and governing council member at iSPIRT, on Tuesday admitted using anonymous accounts to troll on social media those who raised questions on Aadhaar and its applications by the government.

KL Rahul: Breaking records and silencing critics

KL Rahul: Breaking records and silencing critics

Rediff.com13 Nov 2023

While coming at No. 5, Rahul's role as a batsman is not easy - he either has very few overs to make an impact after a top-order mayhem or he has to consolidate after a top-order malfunction.

Dating? Do Your Political Views Matter?

Dating? Do Your Political Views Matter?

Rediff.com5 Dec 2023

About 21 per cent Indians born between the mid-1990s and mid-2010s say a potential partner not aligning politically with them is a dating red flag.

Manjrekar's attempt to troll Sania on Twitter backfired... and how!

Manjrekar's attempt to troll Sania on Twitter backfired... and how!

Rediff.com19 Oct 2016

Sanjay Manjrekar loves to court controversy. Or so it seems. After taking a dig at the Maharashtra Navnirman Sena on Twitter on Tuesday, the former India batsman took a swipe at tennis ace Sania Mirza.

Jwala Gutta shuts down troll after he calls her mother anti-Modi

Jwala Gutta shuts down troll after he calls her mother anti-Modi

Rediff.com31 Jul 2017

India's badminton doubles specialist and newly-appointed coach Jwala Gutta is known for being feisty. Not one to take things lying down, the Arjuna Awardee ripped apart a Twitter troll who called her mother anti-Modi.

Freedom to vote can't be subject to undue influence: SC in electoral bonds ruling

Freedom to vote can't be subject to undue influence: SC in electoral bonds ruling

Rediff.com15 Feb 2024

It is crucial to electoral democracy that the exercise of freedom to vote is not subject to undue influence, the Supreme Court said on Thursday while striking down as unconstitutional the electoral bonds scheme for political funding.

Who Says Animal Is Anti-Women?

Who Says Animal Is Anti-Women?

Rediff.com13 Dec 2023

Be it Kabir Singh or Ranvijay Singh, alpha males are nothing but grown men in diapers, observes Durba Dhyani.

Did Sara Ali Khan Jinx Shubman Gill?

Did Sara Ali Khan Jinx Shubman Gill?

Rediff.com30 May 2023

Following Gill's early dismissal, some netizens trolled him for his performance in the final.

Ridiculous! This stunner was asked to hit the gym by trolls

Ridiculous! This stunner was asked to hit the gym by trolls

Rediff.com13 Oct 2017

It's hard to believe that this beauty was body-shamed.

Why Vaani 'won't stop trying'

Why Vaani 'won't stop trying'

Rediff.com3 Oct 2023

Vaani Kapoor did not have any filmi connections and she made a successful career by going the hard way: 'Giving multiple auditions some of them I made through and some failing even before I could make it to the room.'

Of Troll Armies and Lynch Mobs

Of Troll Armies and Lynch Mobs

Rediff.com24 Jun 2017

'Clearly, no hero can become one without a loyal and unquestioning set of followers.' 'But how does one deal with them once their purpose is served?' asks Arundhuti Dasgupta.

New Maha govt is formed by ED: Fadnavis's wordplay

New Maha govt is formed by ED: Fadnavis's wordplay

Rediff.com4 Jul 2022

When some MLAs were voting, members from the opposition benches shouted "ED, ED".

Trolls Impact? No Letters to the Editor please

Trolls Impact? No Letters to the Editor please

Rediff.com18 Aug 2016

'It may not be coincidental that the rise of these warriors with their bile and diatribes has come at a time when the concept of neutrality in journalism is fading.'

ISRO is now BJP's 2024 campaign tool: Mahua Moitra

ISRO is now BJP's 2024 campaign tool: Mahua Moitra

Rediff.com26 Aug 2023

Modi addressed scientists at the Indian Space Research Organisation command centre in Bengaluru, who were involved in the Chandrayaan-3 mission and lauded them for their efforts.

Prakash Raj booked for 'mocking' Chandrayaan-3

Prakash Raj booked for 'mocking' Chandrayaan-3

Rediff.com22 Aug 2023

The actor said his earlier tweet was referring to an old joke from the era of Neil Armstrong, the American astronaut and the first person to walk on the Moon in 1969.

Meet Katrina Kaif's Stunning Lookalike

Meet Katrina Kaif's Stunning Lookalike

Rediff.com22 Aug 2023

Amy Alea is a style chameleon. And she's forever ready to channel her inner Aphrodite.

'Jalteee rahooooo': India pacer Mohd Shami hits back at trolls

'Jalteee rahooooo': India pacer Mohd Shami hits back at trolls

Rediff.com26 Dec 2016

A day after his wife came under attack on social media over her outfit, India fast bowler Mohammed Shami on Monday lashed out at the trolls, calling them 'jealous' of his success.

Mumbai flooded: Sena trolled on Twitter, Oppn slams govt

Mumbai flooded: Sena trolled on Twitter, Oppn slams govt

Rediff.com2 Jul 2019

As Mumbai almost came to a halt after overnight rains, netizens and Mumbaikars took a dig at the Shiv Sena for the plight of their beloved city.

Will There Be The Kerala Story 2?

Will There Be The Kerala Story 2?

Rediff.com9 May 2023

'We will think (of the sequel) if we come across a story that shares the same plight.'

Ollie Robinson a forgettable cricketer: Hayden

Ollie Robinson a forgettable cricketer: Hayden

Rediff.com22 Jun 2023

'A fast bowler that is bowling 124 (kmph) and he's got a mouth from the south'

Neha Dhupia slams her trolls

Neha Dhupia slams her trolls

Rediff.com10 Jun 2016

The top posts on social media from your favourite Bollywood celebrities.

Bollywood actor Esha Gupta trolled for racist remark against Arsenal footballer

Bollywood actor Esha Gupta trolled for racist remark against Arsenal footballer

Rediff.com29 Jan 2019

In an Instagram post by Esha, Iwobi was called 'gorilla'.

Adipurush: Ready For Ramayan Retold?

Adipurush: Ready For Ramayan Retold?

Rediff.com30 Mar 2023

On the occasion of Ram Navami, the makers of Adipurush launched a new poster featuring Prabhas, Kriti Sanon, Sunny Singh and Devdatta Nage.

'Dangal' star apologises after being trolled for meeting Mufti

'Dangal' star apologises after being trolled for meeting Mufti

Rediff.com16 Jan 2017

Kashmiri girl Zaira Wasim, who played the younger version of Indian wrestler Geeta Phogat in Aamir Khan-led Bollywood blockbuster "Dangal", on Monday apologised for "offending" and "unintentionally hurting" people after her meeting with Chief Minister Mehbooba Mufti kicked up a row.

'If chemistry is right and time is good, magic can happen...'

'If chemistry is right and time is good, magic can happen...'

Rediff.com18 Jul 2022

My advice: Live and let others live.'

Rajasthan Royals trolled as they finish last

Rajasthan Royals trolled as they finish last

Rediff.com2 Nov 2020

Rajasthan Royals with Ben Stokes, Jofra Archer, Jos Buttler, Steve Smith and Sanju Samson in its side is at the bottom of the IPL 2020 points table.

Chetan Bhagat gets trolled again

Chetan Bhagat gets trolled again

Rediff.com28 Aug 2019

Netizens slammed Bhagat for poor knowledge of tennis in the country

'No one sided with you because your abuser's a huge star'

'No one sided with you because your abuser's a huge star'

Rediff.com10 Jul 2023

Somy Ali recently took to Instagram to post pictures of herself with a cryptic message, calling out to her alleged abuser.

NIA hot on trail of PFI trainer Yakoob, raids 25 spots in 3 states

NIA hot on trail of PFI trainer Yakoob, raids 25 spots in 3 states

Rediff.com31 May 2023

The National Investigation Agency (NIA) on Wednesday conducted raids at about 25 locations in Karnataka, Kerala and Bihar in the Popular Front of India (PFI) Phulwarisharif case.

'There was intelligence Pakistan would kill Kasab'

'There was intelligence Pakistan would kill Kasab'

Rediff.com18 Nov 2023

'There was some intelligence that he'll be killed before the whole process -- after sessions court, high court, Supreme Court, mercy petition before the governor, the President -- was completed; they (Pakistani intelligence agencies) will somehow manage to kill him.'

What Rhea Chakraborty Learnt In Jail

What Rhea Chakraborty Learnt In Jail

Rediff.com6 Oct 2023

'Innocent until proven guilty should be the motto of the legal system in India.' 'Innocent until not proven guilty, not guilty until proven innocent.'

Delhi LG gives nod to prosecute key accused in 'Sulli Deals' case

Delhi LG gives nod to prosecute key accused in 'Sulli Deals' case

Rediff.com11 Dec 2022

Aumkareshwar Thakur (26) will be prosecuted under section 196 of the Criminal Procedure Code, which pertains to prosecution for offences against the State and for criminal conspiracy to commit such offence.

Gurmehar trolling: Sehwag says he wasn't being a bully

Gurmehar trolling: Sehwag says he wasn't being a bully

Rediff.com1 Mar 2017

Cricketer Gautam Gambhir on Wednesday came out in support of Delhi University student Gurmehar Kaur, who is in the eye of a storm over free speech, even as Virender Sehwag defended himself after facing a backlash for ridiculing her.

Top 25 Bollywood Instagram Posts In 2023

Top 25 Bollywood Instagram Posts In 2023

Rediff.com15 Dec 2023

Weddings, holidays, award functions, throwbacks, festivals, family time or fooling around, 2023 saw a variety of posts beaming in joy. Of which these 25 Instagram moments of Bollywood stars are Sukanya Verma's favourites.

'I believe in energy'

'I believe in energy'

Rediff.com1 Jun 2023

'My personal beliefs are my own,' Sara tells the trolls.

Yuvraj Singh trolls Virat Kohli

Yuvraj Singh trolls Virat Kohli

Rediff.com18 May 2019

It was a light-hearted joke shared between old colleagues.

When Some Speak For All

When Some Speak For All

Rediff.com19 Jan 2024

...close to the 2024 general election. The BJP calling the Congress 'seasonal Hindu' is as laughable as the saffron party sparing itself the title of 'seasonal extreme Hindu.'

How else should one describe its election campaigns of the past years?
It was typically obsessive religion and personality cult with economic development for fig leaf, asserts Shyam G Menon.

Is Ranbir Really Toxic? Alia Gives Her Reasons

Is Ranbir Really Toxic? Alia Gives Her Reasons

Rediff.com16 Nov 2023

Alia Bhatt and Kareena Kapoor Khan looked stunning on Karan Johar's Koffee With Karan 8, and spoke candidly about motherhood, striking the perfect balance between work and family, and more.

Kho Gaye Hum Kahan Review: Dil Chahta Hai In The Digital Age

Kho Gaye Hum Kahan Review: Dil Chahta Hai In The Digital Age

Rediff.com26 Dec 2023

Kho Gaye Hum Kahan is a light glimpse into healthy young lives ready to soar in their own sweet skin, applauds Sukanya Verma.

Why Everyone Knows Urofi, Ankur Warikoo, Physics Wallah...

Why Everyone Knows Urofi, Ankur Warikoo, Physics Wallah...

Rediff.com3 Jan 2024

Meet the youngsters who rule India's social media.