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Army in our blood, proud of his martyrdom: Kin of soldier killed in Rajouri

Army in our blood, proud of his martyrdom: Kin of soldier killed in Rajouri

Rediff.com23 Nov 2023

Majid's family lives in the Ajot hamlet located between zero-line and border fencing along the LoC.

Next-gen politicians battle it out for Samastipur

Next-gen politicians battle it out for Samastipur

Rediff.com9 May 2024

'Dynastic politics has become a tool of convenience for political parties. The BJP does not hesitate to accept it when it comes to its own alliance or party candidates. The same goes for the others.'

Rest in Peace, Uncle Shashi

Rest in Peace, Uncle Shashi

Rediff.com5 Dec 2017

'I will miss you calling me and saying "I am Shashi Kapoor" even when you were at the height of your stardom.' Gitanjali Gurbaxani remembers a dear friend.

Chirag's LJP seals pact with BJP in Bihar, may get 5 seats

Chirag's LJP seals pact with BJP in Bihar, may get 5 seats

Rediff.com13 Mar 2024

Sources said Paswan's party may contest on five of the 40 Lok Sabha seats in Bihar.

Ram Vilas Paswan's Final Throw Of Dice

Ram Vilas Paswan's Final Throw Of Dice

Rediff.com29 Mar 2024

Ram Vilas Paswan was no fool. He knew very well about the ownership tussle going on beneath this veneer of congeniality. At all costs, he wanted to keep the lid on the family drama. He did not want it to come in the way of his son's coronation.

Mukhtar Ansari poisoned in jail, alleges brother

Mukhtar Ansari poisoned in jail, alleges brother

Rediff.com26 Mar 2024

Jailed gangster-turned-politician Mukhtar Ansari was admitted to the intensive care unit (ICU) at a hospital in Uttar Pradesh's Banda district early Tuesday with a complaint of abdominal pain.

Police move to close Rs 25K-cr MSC Bank scam case involving Ajit Pawar

Police move to close Rs 25K-cr MSC Bank scam case involving Ajit Pawar

Rediff.com1 Mar 2024

The court will now decide whether to accept the report or direct the agency to continue the investigation and file a chargesheet.

'Only Cure For Migration Is To Create Jobs'

'Only Cure For Migration Is To Create Jobs'

Rediff.com18 May 2024

The Odisha government told the assembly over 40,000 workers migrated from the state last year, with the highest number -- 26,151 -- from Balangir.

Women Of My Billion Review: Honest And Hopeful

Women Of My Billion Review: Honest And Hopeful

Rediff.com3 May 2024

Women Of My Billion is stark and disturbing, but at the end of it Srishti Bakshi is still able to say, 'My India is not beyond repair', observes Deepa Gahlot.

ED attaches Sharad Pawar's grandnephew's assets worth Rs 50 cr

ED attaches Sharad Pawar's grandnephew's assets worth Rs 50 cr

Rediff.com8 Mar 2024

A total of 161.30 acres of land, plant, machinery and building of the Kannad Sahakari Sakhar Karkhana Limited (Kannad SSK) located in Kannad village of Aurangabad district has been provisionally attached under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA), the ED said in a statement.

The Boy And The Heron Review: Miyazaki's Poignant Gem

The Boy And The Heron Review: Miyazaki's Poignant Gem

Rediff.com10 May 2024

The Boy And The Heron offers a thrilling joyride inside Hayo Miyazaki's unquantifiable imagination, applauds Sukanya Verma.

Pistorius released 11 years after murdering girlfriend

Pistorius released 11 years after murdering girlfriend

Rediff.com5 Jan 2024

South African former Paralympic star Oscar Pistorius is set to be released on parole on Friday, nearly 11 years after murdering his girlfriend Reeva Steenkamp in a crime that shocked a nation long inured to violence against women.

Kareena, Karisma mourn uncle Rajiv Kapoor

Kareena, Karisma mourn uncle Rajiv Kapoor

Rediff.com9 Feb 2021

Family members and friends arrive at the Kapoor home in Chembur (eastern Mumbai) to pay their last respects to Rajiv Kapoor.

Sameer Rizvi's IPL auction journey unleashes tears, joy

Sameer Rizvi's IPL auction journey unleashes tears, joy

Rediff.com19 Dec 2023

Sameer Rizvi's Rs 8.40 crore windfall brings smile on ailing father's face

Why Is Rekha Kissing Hema Malini?

Why Is Rekha Kissing Hema Malini?

Rediff.com15 Jan 2024

Aamir Khan made sure to invite stars, young and old, at the wedding reception of his daughter Ira and Nupur Shikhare.

'Today was not the day to do this'

'Today was not the day to do this'

Rediff.com16 Oct 2023

'Agar chache ke puttar ne keh diya hai ki t-shirt chahiye Kohli ki, then do it after the game in the dressing room.'

NDA seals seat deal in Bihar: BJP to fight 17, JD-U 16; Chirag in, Paras out

NDA seals seat deal in Bihar: BJP to fight 17, JD-U 16; Chirag in, Paras out

Rediff.com18 Mar 2024

This will be the first time the BJP has got more seats than Chief Minister Nitish Kumar-led JD-U in Bihar, underscoring the change in their equations after they joined hands a few months back.

King Nadal hails Uncle Toni after 10th French Open title

King Nadal hails Uncle Toni after 10th French Open title

Rediff.com11 Jun 2017

Nadal paid tribute to his uncle and coach Toni after winning a record-extending 10th French Open title on Sunday.

12 Modi Myths Election Results Busted

12 Modi Myths Election Results Busted

Rediff.com11 Jun 2024

'Besides Ayodhya, the BJP lost in nine other constituencies with a Ramayana imprint; it tasted success only in Thrissur.' 'In Rameswaram, K Navaskani of the Indian Union Muslim League won with a 44% voteshare in a 84% Hindu constituency.' 'In the 21 seats in the Ayodhya and Varanasi regions, both crucial to the Hindutva project, the BJP won just 7.' 'It won just 3 out of 12 seats around Modi's constituency,' points out Krishna Prasad.

Ajit Pawar not seen in public as he's down with dengue: Praful Patel

Ajit Pawar not seen in public as he's down with dengue: Praful Patel

Rediff.com29 Oct 2023

Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar had been diagnosed with dengue and advised medical guidance and rest for next few days, his party leader Praful Patel said on Sunday.

What Delhi duties does Modi plan for Shivraj Singh?

What Delhi duties does Modi plan for Shivraj Singh?

Rediff.com27 Apr 2024

Speaking at a rally in Madhya Pradesh's Harda on April 24, Modi praised Chouhan saying the two had served together in the party organisation and also as chief ministers.

Slain INLD leader Rathee 's sons get 'threat calls'; probe launched

Slain INLD leader Rathee 's sons get 'threat calls'; probe launched

Rediff.com1 Mar 2024

The deceased leader's nephew, Kapoor Singh Rathee, said that his uncle's elder son Bhupinder and younger son Jatinder have received 18 threat calls from an unknown number.

26/11 martyr Major Unnikrishnan's uncle dead

26/11 martyr Major Unnikrishnan's uncle dead

Rediff.com5 Feb 2011

Mumbai attack martyr Major Sandeep Unnikrishnan's uncle, who attempted self immolation to protest the government's alleged apathy in treating victims of the 26/11 strike, succumbed to injuries, police said on Saturday. K Mohanan, 56, who had suffered 98 per cent burn injuries, died at 11.55 pm on Friday night at the Ram Manohar Lohia Hospital in New Delhi. While undergoing treatment, he had also suffered a heart attack.

BJP fields niece to fight Congressman uncle in Jamnagar

BJP fields niece to fight Congressman uncle in Jamnagar

Rediff.com2 Apr 2014

Two members of a famous family are fighting against each other for the Jamnagar seat in Gujarat. Bharatiya Janata Party's young candidate, Poonam Madam, the sitting MLA from Khambhaliya, is pitted against her uncle and Congress Member of Parliament, Vikram Madam, who has been an MP since the last two terms.

40-year-old fintech gurus need 60-year-olds to handhold them

40-year-old fintech gurus need 60-year-olds to handhold them

Rediff.com19 Mar 2024

The message is clear: The 60-year-old wise uncles need to handhold the 40-year-old entrepreneurs when, obsessed with ambition and greed for growth, they become a victim of hubris, points out Tamal Bandyopadhyay.

Why is Sri Lanka wearing black armbands vs India

Why is Sri Lanka wearing black armbands vs India

Rediff.com2 Nov 2023

Sri Lanka players wear black armbands in memory of legendary 'Uncle' Percy during World Cup game against India

Nitish Kumar seeks time to meet guv amid reports of resignation

Nitish Kumar seeks time to meet guv amid reports of resignation

Rediff.com28 Jan 2024

Although the Bihar CM is mum over his next move, speculations of a rift between Mahagathbandhan and JD-U leader Nitish Kumar joining the NDA, have been soaring high.

Why Paras Surrendered To Mo-Shah

Why Paras Surrendered To Mo-Shah

Rediff.com2 Apr 2024

After the Mahagathbandan rejected his overtures, the need for political survival forced Pashupati Kumar Paras to stick with the NDA. The BJP may reward him with a governor's post after the election.

Got exiled while waiting for coronation: Shivraj drops hint

Got exiled while waiting for coronation: Shivraj drops hint

Rediff.com3 Jan 2024

Chouhan got emotional and said he will continue to be among the people, especially his sisters.

Junior hockey star Boby's tragedy to triumph story!

Junior hockey star Boby's tragedy to triumph story!

Rediff.com19 Jun 2023

A personal tragedy led Boby Singh Dhami to pick up the hockey stick; and looking back, he believes everything happens for a reason.

Gufi Paintal Of Mahabharat Fame Dies

Gufi Paintal Of Mahabharat Fame Dies

Rediff.com5 Jun 2023

Gufi Paintal, best known for playing Shakuni mama in the epic television serial Mahabharat, died on Monday at a Mumbai hospital due to age-related issues. He was 79.

'He might be hiding somewhere, scared to come out'

'He might be hiding somewhere, scared to come out'

Rediff.com12 Oct 2023

Ben Binyamin Cohen is among the many Israeli youth missing since the Hamas attacked the Nove music festival on Saturday, October 7, 2023.

Meet Parineeti's Bride Squad

Meet Parineeti's Bride Squad

Rediff.com25 Sep 2023

Sania Mirza and her sister Anam were among the bride's guests.

Imam killed in Gurugram violence refused to leave mosque

Imam killed in Gurugram violence refused to leave mosque

Rediff.com2 Aug 2023

"The main imam of the masjid had gone out of station, and Saad felt duty-bound not to leave the premises until his superior, who was scheduled to return on Thursday, was back," said the bereaved uncle.

10,000 Children Killed In 100 Day War

10,000 Children Killed In 100 Day War

Rediff.com15 Jan 2024

Children in Gaza face life threatening injuries, burns, disease, inadequate medical care, and losing their parents and loved ones.

India, Norway reach agreement, uncle to get children

India, Norway reach agreement, uncle to get children

Rediff.com25 Jan 2012

The two children of an NRI couple who were taken away by the Norwegian Childcare Services on grounds of "emotional disconnect" will be handed over to their uncle following finalisation of an agreement between India and Norway on Wednesday.

Ajit Pawar's coup reminds of uncle's action 41 yrs ago

Ajit Pawar's coup reminds of uncle's action 41 yrs ago

Rediff.com23 Nov 2019

Ajit Pawar's decision to join hands with the Bharatiya Janata Party in an act of overnight rebellion bears a striking resemblance to his uncle Sharad Pawar's coup against a government formed by two Congress factions to become the state's youngest chief minister 41 years ago.

'Government woke up after so many days, solution must come out'

'Government woke up after so many days, solution must come out'

Rediff.com7 Jun 2023

Bajrang Punia, Rio Olympic bronze medallist Sakshi Malik and her wrestler husband Satyawart Kadiyan, arrived at the minister's house for the meeting on Wednesday morning.

'You Can Feel Buddha's Teaching In Ladakhi Culture'

'You Can Feel Buddha's Teaching In Ladakhi Culture'

Rediff.com17 May 2024

'I have nostalgia for Ladakhi culture, which is common to both Muslims and Buddhists.' 'It is kind of a Buddhist way of life. You are compassionate and nice to each other.' 'You are good human beings.'