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Truth is a victim in age of false news, social media, says CJI Chandrachud

Truth is a victim in age of false news, social media, says CJI Chandrachud

Rediff.com3 Mar 2023

Chief Justice of India D Y Chandrachud on Friday said truth has become a "victim" in the age of false news and with the spread of social media, something which is said as a seed germinates into virtually a whole theory that can never be tested on the anvil of rational science.

Why Sachin hasn't seen his son play...

Why Sachin hasn't seen his son play...

Rediff.com18 Feb 2022

His surname weighs heavily on Arjun Tendulkar.

Coronavirus has a 'right to live' like rest of us: Ex-U'khand CM

Coronavirus has a 'right to live' like rest of us: Ex-U'khand CM

Rediff.com14 May 2021

One Twitter user sarcastically said, "This virus organism should be given shelter in the Central Vista."

I have been judged by people who hardly know me: Shaw

I have been judged by people who hardly know me: Shaw

Rediff.com12 Jan 2023

Prithvi Shaw smashed a brilliant 379 off 383 balls against Assam -- the second highest individual score in the history of Ranji Trophy.

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.

Neha Dhupia's Mommy Magic!

Neha Dhupia's Mommy Magic!

Rediff.com5 Jul 2022

'It's amazing how the mommy brain can do so many things at the same time.'

You brought joy in people's lives on Diwali eve: Anushka to Virat

You brought joy in people's lives on Diwali eve: Anushka to Virat

Rediff.com23 Oct 2022

Anushka on Virat's knock at India vs Pak T20 WC opener: Best innings after a tough phase

Quiz: What's Goblin Mode?

Quiz: What's Goblin Mode?

Rediff.com13 Dec 2022

Do you know what the Oxford Word Of The Year means?

Foreign Media: Enemy Of India?

Foreign Media: Enemy Of India?

Rediff.com6 Mar 2023

Much of the the-foreign-media-is-biased hysteria that we see on social media these days is provoked by the bad press the regime is getting in the West, points out Vir Sanghvi.

2022 Flashback: Jacqueline's Con Call

2022 Flashback: Jacqueline's Con Call

Rediff.com29 Dec 2022

As the curtain come down on 2022, Roshmila Bhattacharya flashbacks to some of the year's newsmakers and events.

Pathaan Is About Shah Rukh's Life

Pathaan Is About Shah Rukh's Life

Rediff.com2 Feb 2023

More than anything else, Pathaan is a silent and subtle statement of Shah Rukh Khan about his place, his commitment to cinema and, if one can say, his politics, observes Mohammad Asim Siddiqui.

False news, says Union minister, trolled for 'selfie' at CRPF jawan's funeral

False news, says Union minister, trolled for 'selfie' at CRPF jawan's funeral

Rediff.com18 Feb 2019

Some person had taken my photographs standing near the coffin. My media secretary had put the same on Facebook, Alphons said.

Right-wing brouhaha forces FabIndia to withdraw Jashn-e-Riwaaz ad

Right-wing brouhaha forces FabIndia to withdraw Jashn-e-Riwaaz ad

Rediff.com19 Oct 2021

While the brand was accused of 'defacing' the Hindu festival of Diwali by naming its festive collection as Jashn-e-Riwaaz (celebration of tradition), the company insisted that it is not a Diwali collection, which will be soon launched under 'Jhilmil si Diwali' promo.

How the young Arshdeep can improve his bowling...

How the young Arshdeep can improve his bowling...

Rediff.com28 Nov 2022

Australian fast bowling legend Brett Lee wants India coach Rahul Dravid and captain Rohit Sharma to shield rising left-arm pacer Arshdeep Singh from an overdose of advise as it could prove to be "counter-productive".

Smriti Irani slams Rahul, says people brought Cong to political perish

Smriti Irani slams Rahul, says people brought Cong to political perish

Rediff.com15 Mar 2023

"It is shameful that Rahul Gandhi, instead of coming to Parliament and apologising for his undemocratic rant against India, today seeks to be absent from Parliament," she asserted.

Ravish Kumar's Lonely Journey

Ravish Kumar's Lonely Journey

Rediff.com14 Oct 2022

'We didn't know where the story was going. But I knew I was telling the story of an extremely lonely journalist.'

A Beginner's Guide To K-Drama

A Beginner's Guide To K-Drama

Rediff.com25 Apr 2023

It's addictive. It's entertaining. It's gorgeous. Once bitten by the K-drama bug, there's no going back.

How controversies, barbs kept spotlight on Rahul's Bharat Jodo Yatra

How controversies, barbs kept spotlight on Rahul's Bharat Jodo Yatra

Rediff.com28 Jan 2023

The cross-country foot march stayed in the news almost right through, mostly for the barbs between the BJP and the Congress and occasionally for other reasons, including infighting in the opposition party.

The Man Mrunal Absolutely Trusts!

The Man Mrunal Absolutely Trusts!

Rediff.com20 Oct 2022

'Rahul Vijay wants me to be authentic because, then, there's no burden of pretending to be someone. There's no facade. I'm thankful to him for that.'

'Since I opted for Indian citizenship, Pakistanis aren't happy'

'Since I opted for Indian citizenship, Pakistanis aren't happy'

Rediff.com13 Nov 2021

'I feel the more I'm trolled by Pakistanis, the more I am on the right path.' 'I must be doing something right for them to be so angry.'

Now, Rathore booked in Chhattisgarh for fake video of Rahul Gandhi

Now, Rathore booked in Chhattisgarh for fake video of Rahul Gandhi

Rediff.com4 Jul 2022

The Congress on Monday said a first information report (FIR) has been registered against Bharatiya Janata Party MPs Rajyavardhan Singh Rathore and Subrat Pathak on its complaint related to a fake video of Rahul Gandhi, allegedly aimed at disturbing communal harmony.

Digvijaya Singh calls Pulwama attack 'accident', draws flak

Digvijaya Singh calls Pulwama attack 'accident', draws flak

Rediff.com5 Mar 2019

Trolled for referring to the attack in which 40 Central Reserve Police Force personnel were killed, the Congress leader tweeted again, saying there should be no doubt that the incident was an act of terrorism.

This actor is trolling Trump with cartoons, and Twitter loves it

This actor is trolling Trump with cartoons, and Twitter loves it

Rediff.com4 Apr 2018

Jim Carrey has taken to sketching not-so-favourable cartoons of the US president and his administration.

Karan's 'Sex Talk' Embarrasses Vijay

Karan's 'Sex Talk' Embarrasses Vijay

Rediff.com2 Aug 2022

'When he was invited on Koffee With Karan, he did not ask for the questions beforehand, like many stars do.' 'Vijay was quite taken aback when Karan launched into a sex discourse.'

'We need more laughter in the world'

'We need more laughter in the world'

Rediff.com1 Nov 2022

'Comedy and humour are important tools and open the hearts of people.' 'Anything that brings a smile on somebody's face has merit.'

'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.'

Delhi cops yet to inform about 'Sulli Deals' app creator's arrest: MP police

Delhi cops yet to inform about 'Sulli Deals' app creator's arrest: MP police

Rediff.com9 Jan 2022

The Indore police on Sunday said their Delhi counterparts have not shared any information with them about the arrest of a 26-year-old man, believed to be the creator of 'Sulli Deals' app, from Indore in Madhya Pradesh.

Upacharapoorvam Gunda Jayan Review

Upacharapoorvam Gunda Jayan Review

Rediff.com18 May 2022

Upacharapoorvam Gunda Jayan is a good respite from the dark, violent films we have seen in recent times, observes Divya Nair.

Sulli Deals app creator was upset with 'downfall of Hinduism'

Sulli Deals app creator was upset with 'downfall of Hinduism'

Rediff.com11 Jan 2022

The Delhi police stated Thakur had deleted the contents of his laptop, and his laptop and phones along with those of Niraj Bishnoi, the creator of the 'Bulli Bai' app and arrested earlier by the Delhi police from Assam, have been sent to the National Forensic Science Lab to ascertain their contents and access details.

'I kept thinking I would get fired'

'I kept thinking I would get fired'

Rediff.com26 Sep 2022

'After 10 days, Balki, Sunny Deol and Pooja Bhatt liked what I did, and the tension eased.' 'I started calming down a little bit. but nobody knew that in my head a tandav was going on.'

Will Operation Rahul Boomerang On BJP?

Will Operation Rahul Boomerang On BJP?

Rediff.com30 Mar 2023

It is clear to any observer that the BJP risks its demolition drive boomeranging on itself. Except for one unpredictable factor in the works -- Rahul Gandhi himself, observes Shyam G Menon.

TN health minister blames North Indian students for Covid spike in state

TN health minister blames North Indian students for Covid spike in state

Rediff.com2 Jun 2022

Tamil Nadu Health Minister Ma Subramanian on Wednesday attributed the mushrooming of COVID-19 clusters in the state and spike in cases in the city to students coming from other states, particularly North.

Why is #WomenHaveLegs trending?

Why is #WomenHaveLegs trending?

Rediff.com17 Sep 2020

Actors are posting pictures to demonstrate their solidarity with Anaswara Rajan who was trolled for wearing shorts.

Last time a family member was PM was 30 yrs ago: Rahul on dynasty criticism

Last time a family member was PM was 30 yrs ago: Rahul on dynasty criticism

Rediff.com13 Feb 2021

Gandhi said he was proud that his father Rajiv Gandhi and grandmother Indira Gandhi got killed while standing and defending something.

'Stop DISRESPECTING women, hiding behind your phone!'

'Stop DISRESPECTING women, hiding behind your phone!'

Rediff.com15 Dec 2020

'Trolls need to understand that there is a certain boundary, there is a certain way to deal with a woman.'

UN official calls 'Sulli Deals' a form of hate speech, must be prosecuted

UN official calls 'Sulli Deals' a form of hate speech, must be prosecuted

Rediff.com12 Jan 2022

Harassment of Muslim women in India through social media apps such as "Sulli Deals" must be condemned and prosecuted as soon as they occur, a UN Special Rapporteur has said.

Kerala Muslim scholar draws flack for remark against inviting girl on dais

Kerala Muslim scholar draws flack for remark against inviting girl on dais

Rediff.com11 May 2022

The incident occurred during the inauguration of a 'madrassa' building in the district, where students were felicitated recently.

Bollywood's High Points of 2022

Bollywood's High Points of 2022

Rediff.com21 Dec 2022

As 2022 readies to bid adieu, Sukanya Verma raises a toast to the 10 high points of the year.

How social media helped Indian students stranded in Ukraine

How social media helped Indian students stranded in Ukraine

Rediff.com9 Mar 2022

A video of students stranded in the war-hit Ukrainian city of Sumy holding Indian flags and threatening to take up a journey to the Russian border on foot created an uproar in national and international media, which in turn, prompted the Indian authorities to fast-track their evacuation process.

Rashmika Mandanna's Most Stylish Looks

Rashmika Mandanna's Most Stylish Looks

Rediff.com1 Oct 2021

Presenting style lessons from the 25 year old's Insta diaries.