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Muzaffarpur shelter home case: Minister resigns, accused's face blackened

Muzaffarpur shelter home case: Minister resigns, accused's face blackened

Rediff.com8 Aug 2018

'Brajesh Thakur spoke to half a dozen Union ministers, some Bihar ministers and Manju Verma's husband between the process of lodging the FIR against him on May 31 and his arrest on June 2.'

Bhima-Koregaon: The family who lost their home in the violence

Bhima-Koregaon: The family who lost their home in the violence

Rediff.com19 Sep 2018

'The police are busy arresting people from Delhi, but not those we saw burning our home!'

What's your baby watching?

What's your baby watching?

Rediff.com31 Jan 2017

How do the shows we watch and the songs we listen to, affect us? The question bothers Geetanjali Krishna after a domestic worker gushes about her six-month-old daughter's love for a nagin-themed TV show and Mika's Gandi Baat.

India gain upper hand after exciting day's play

India gain upper hand after exciting day's play

Rediff.com25 Jan 2018

On a pitch offering extensive lateral movement, a target of 175 could prove to be a match-winning one for India.

Jay Shah files case against The Wire; ASG to represent him

Jay Shah files case against The Wire; ASG to represent him

Rediff.com9 Oct 2017

BJP leaders rejected the charge, insisting Jay has been 'wronged'.

Massive hunt on for man who killed artist and dumped body in drain

Massive hunt on for man who killed artist and dumped body in drain

Rediff.com15 Dec 2015

The interrogation of suspects in the double murder of noted artist Hema Upadhyaya and her lawyer has given fresh leads to investigators on whereabouts of main accused Vidya Rajbhar following which Mumbai Police teams have been dispatched to various locations.

Day 2: India declare on 566/8 after Kohli double; WI 31/1

Day 2: India declare on 566/8 after Kohli double; WI 31/1

Rediff.com23 Jul 2016

Virat Kohli's maiden double century was followed by Ravichandran Ashwin's third ton in Tests as India piled misery on a listless West Indies bowling attack to declare at 566 for 8 on day two of the first Test at Antigua on Friday. The West Indies in reply, lost their opener Rajendra Chandrika (16) with pacer Mohammed Shami forcing his outside edge to wicketkeeper Wriddhiman Saha. The home team were 31 for the loss of one wicket at stumps with Kraigg Brathwaite (11) in company of night-watchman Devendra Bishoo (0).

Every parent with a girl child must watch The Silence

Every parent with a girl child must watch The Silence

Rediff.com6 Oct 2017

The Silence's message is so overpowering, so overwhelming that a stellar cast, with all its charisma, aura and star power, pales in comparison to the subject at hand.

I want to finish terror, Oppn wants to finish me: Modi in Patna

I want to finish terror, Oppn wants to finish me: Modi in Patna

Rediff.com3 Mar 2019

The statements made by the opposition parties after the preemptive air strike on terror camps have made only people of Pakistan happy, he claimed.

Modi attacks Congress in Gujarat, says he sold tea, but not nation

Modi attacks Congress in Gujarat, says he sold tea, but not nation

Rediff.com27 Nov 2017

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday said the upcoming assembly election is a fight between trust on development and dynastic politics.

'Why should I be like Karan Johar?'

'Why should I be like Karan Johar?'

Rediff.com18 Jul 2018

'Will you take a Mercedes Benz or Rolex watches or fancy shoes to your grave?'

Uttama Villain release postponed

Uttama Villain release postponed

Rediff.com1 May 2015

Film reviewer S Saraswathi was disappointed as the screenings of Kamal Haasan's Uttama Villain were cancelled at the last minute due to some financial problems between the producers and financiers.

Ranji Roundup: Karnataka in driver's seat; MP amass 445

Ranji Roundup: Karnataka in driver's seat; MP amass 445

Rediff.com21 Oct 2016

A round-up of Ranji matches played across India on Friday.

Herath spins Sri Lanka to comeback win as India's batting flops

Herath spins Sri Lanka to comeback win as India's batting flops

Rediff.com15 Aug 2015

Rangana Herath picked up seven wickets in a sublime display of left-arm spin bowling to power Sri Lanka to a spectacular comeback win by 63 runs against India on the fourth day of the opening test at Galle on Saturday.

Modi targets Rahul over Robert Vadra: Will jijaji be a chowkidar?

Modi targets Rahul over Robert Vadra: Will jijaji be a chowkidar?

Rediff.com3 Apr 2014

Bharatiya Janata Party's prime ministerial Narendra Modi on Thursday brought Robert Vadra in the line of fire on controversial land deals, asking Rahul Gandhi whether his brother-in-law would be asked to act as 'chowkidar' (watchman) to guard peoples' land.

The Return of Manmohan Singh

The Return of Manmohan Singh

Rediff.com31 Dec 2018

He is talking, making sense, and India is listening. Rahul Gandhi needs to listen to him, too, says Shekhar Gupta.

AIADMK under strain over EPS move on Jaya properties

AIADMK under strain over EPS move on Jaya properties

Rediff.com31 May 2017

A new political crisis is brewing in the VK Sasikala camp in Tamil Nadu -- differences between Chief Minister Edappadi Palaniswami and party general secretary Sasikala.

Ishant's career-best figures help India dominate Kiwis on Day 1

Ishant's career-best figures help India dominate Kiwis on Day 1

Rediff.com14 Feb 2014

Ishant Sharma exploited the seaming conditions brilliantly to return a career-best 6 for 51 as India took early control of the second and final Test by bowling out New Zealand for a paltry 192 in the first innings in Wellington on Friday. Opener Shikhar Dhawan then hit an unbeaten half-century as India reached 100 for 2 at close, still trailing by 92 runs at the Basin Reserve.

10 phrases Indians love to use!

10 phrases Indians love to use!

Rediff.com2 Aug 2016

We're like that only!

Kallis farewell ton hands South Africa victory chance

Kallis farewell ton hands South Africa victory chance

Rediff.com29 Dec 2013

Jacques Kallis marked the end of his Test career with an emotive farewell century on Sunday to give South Africa a chance of victory over India going into the last day of their brief two-match series.

Ganguly, Jones, Laxman say pink ball is here to stay

Ganguly, Jones, Laxman say pink ball is here to stay

Rediff.com16 Jun 2016

With the Eden Gardens set to host the country's first day-night match with a pink ball in club cricket, an expert panel, comprising Sourav Ganguly, VVS Laxman and Dean Jones, strongly feel the innovation is here to stay.

When England's patience and perseverance paid off

When England's patience and perseverance paid off

Rediff.com11 Nov 2016

'We bowled to two outstanding batsmen in good conditions, a very good cricket pitch. But to be able to pick up two wickets at the end certainly has given our dressing room a huge lift tonight'

Ranji Trophy final: Rahul, Nair tons put Karnataka in control

Ranji Trophy final: Rahul, Nair tons put Karnataka in control

Rediff.com9 Mar 2015

Riding on unbeaten centuries from K L Rahul and Karun Nair, defending champions Karnataka took firm control by finishing day two on a comfortable 323 for five in the Ranji Trophy final in Mumbai.

India sight victory in Nagpur as South Africa succumb to spin

India sight victory in Nagpur as South Africa succumb to spin

Rediff.com26 Nov 2015

A staggering 20 wickets fell on a dramatic day as India shot out South Africa for a record-low first innings score of 79 before setting the visitors a formidable target of 310 to win the third and penultimate cricket Test and clinch the series.

Holi tips from Kriti Sanon, Deepika, Vidya

Holi tips from Kriti Sanon, Deepika, Vidya

Rediff.com6 Mar 2015

'I ensure to oil my hair with a coconut-based hair oil. It takes care of my hair and protects it from the damage of the harsh Holi colours.'

Saluting Kader Khan

Saluting Kader Khan

Rediff.com7 Jan 2019

'Kader Khan could be horribly intimidating, impossibly silly, achingly human and, sometimes, all at once.' 'I was drawn to his magic and magnetism even when I didn't know he was behind it,' recalls Sukanya Verma.

Modi says Mamata shielding corrupt; Didi calls him 'Mr Maddy'

Modi says Mamata shielding corrupt; Didi calls him 'Mr Maddy'

Rediff.com8 Feb 2019

'From chaiwala he has now become Rafalewala. He speaks a bunch of lies,' the West Bengal CM said.

How to leave a corporate job and start a dream cafe

How to leave a corporate job and start a dream cafe

Rediff.com1 Nov 2017

Radhika Shastry left her job, moved to the Nilgiris and opened a cute caf -- and she's cooking quite a meal of it.

'I'm not getting married anytime soon'

'I'm not getting married anytime soon'

Rediff.com18 Mar 2019

'A lot of married people are not happy with their partners, so how does a marriage decide happiness? Our family wants us to be happy and successful, and marriage doesn't fit anywhere.'

'Har har Modi' is now 'Arhar Modi': Rahul slams BJP for price rise

'Har har Modi' is now 'Arhar Modi': Rahul slams BJP for price rise

Rediff.com28 Jul 2016

Congress vice-president Rahul Gandhi raised the issue of rising food prices in the Lok Sabha.

Can only the rich do social good? Not really

Can only the rich do social good? Not really

Rediff.com18 Jul 2016

A lot of people are hesitant to use this route because of the heavy turnover of these assistants.

Your favourite Nawaz performance? Vote!

Your favourite Nawaz performance? Vote!

Rediff.com13 Jul 2017

'No short cuts, no sensationalism, but sheer talent is responsible for Nawaz's position as one of the finest actors of his generation.'

Rahul charges BJP with a CTRL C, CTRL V of Cong manifesto

Rahul charges BJP with a CTRL C, CTRL V of Cong manifesto

Rediff.com10 Apr 2014

In one of his longest speeches, All India Congress Committee vice-president Rahul Gandhi on Thursday tore into the Bharatiya Janata Party's poll manifesto. The BJP's manifesto was released on April 7 when the first phase polling of Lok Sabha 2014 had already begun. Shahnawaz Akhtar reports

'We had to prove ourselves to Salman Khan in five minutes'

'We had to prove ourselves to Salman Khan in five minutes'

Rediff.com31 Dec 2015

'Salman said he would listen to our top five songs. If he didn't like them, he would leave for his next shot.' Brothers Sajid-Farhad tell Patcy N/ Rediff.com that dreams do come true.

In 90-minute speech, Modi tears into Congress, Opposition

In 90-minute speech, Modi tears into Congress, Opposition

Rediff.com21 Jul 2018

"What is the hurry," Modi said, while referring to Gandhi's hand gestures when he came across to PM's chair.

'No one knew I was Bhagyashree's son'

'No one knew I was Bhagyashree's son'

Rediff.com3 Apr 2019

'All mothers are the same. Mine came out of the MAMI screening, crying.' 'Recently, a critic compared me to the best debut since Hrithik sir and she was so overwhelmed with that.' 'Someone said 'You are Bhagyashree's son and the innocence is the same.' 'Even if I can even touch the shadow of that in my entire career, I will be very happy.'

Modi-Shah and the art of headline management

Modi-Shah and the art of headline management

Rediff.com23 Mar 2018

'All governments try owning the message, but the Modi-Shah BJP has developed it into a fine art.'

Woman resisted rape before being murdered by guard: UP police

Woman resisted rape before being murdered by guard: UP police

Rediff.com20 Jul 2014

A security guard has been arrested in connection with the brutal rape and murder of a woman in Mohanlalganj area of Lucknow, a senior police official said on Sunday.

Are we that different from Ravindra Gaikwad?

Are we that different from Ravindra Gaikwad?

Rediff.com7 Apr 2017

'Do we not all exhibit a sense of entitlement every day,' asks Savera R Someshwar.

Modi would have ousted Vajpayee like Jaswant, Advani: Rahul

Modi would have ousted Vajpayee like Jaswant, Advani: Rahul

Rediff.com20 Apr 2014

Sharpening his attack on Narendra Modi, Rahul Gandhi today said the Bharatiya Janata Party leader would have "ousted" even Atal Bihari Vajpayee like party veterans Jaswant Singh and L K Advani had the former PM continued being in public life.