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Udaipur: A day with potters and puppeteers

Udaipur: A day with potters and puppeteers

Rediff.com12 Feb 2015

A tourist's leisurely experience of this popular Rajasthan city is enriched by a hands-on interaction with its craftspeople

Katrina, Shahid, Deepika: The long list of Kapoor exes!

Katrina, Shahid, Deepika: The long list of Kapoor exes!

Rediff.com28 Jan 2016

Before finding their 'happily-ever-after', some Kapoors have endured and inflicted heartbreak.

Will National Pension Scheme go the EPF way?

Will National Pension Scheme go the EPF way?

Rediff.com18 Mar 2014

The withdrawal right is hemmed by many conditions.

REWIND: 15 stunning moments of the week that was

REWIND: 15 stunning moments of the week that was

Rediff.com10 Nov 2014

Here is a recap of all the big events that shaped the world last week.

Loya verdict: 'Important facts remain unanswered'

Loya verdict: 'Important facts remain unanswered'

Rediff.com20 Apr 2018

'A number of facts are still left unaddressed by the Supreme Court judgment.' 'I think there are enough grounds for an inquiry to be ordered.'

My days as a prisoner of war in Pakistan

My days as a prisoner of war in Pakistan

Rediff.com27 Feb 2019

During a war, there are just four possibilities a soldier faces. One: Victorious and safe. Two: Wounded. Three: Killed in action. Four: Prisoner of War. It was my fate to face the fourth, says Colonel Anil A Athale (retd) on the year spent as a prisoner of war in Pakistan during the 1971 War.

UP babus don't see BJP coming to power

UP babus don't see BJP coming to power

Rediff.com28 Dec 2016

The BJP has begun identifying officers who can 'rid' the administration of SP-BSP 'hangover'.

The amputee who helps other amputees scale mountains

The amputee who helps other amputees scale mountains

Rediff.com21 Dec 2017

Meet Mona Patel, one of CNN's Top 10 Heroes of the Year.

From the Raj to Azadi, how I saw India change

From the Raj to Azadi, how I saw India change

Rediff.com2 Jun 2020

Bharati Dutt witnessed life-changing events that shaped India on the threshold of freedom. Her memories are an account of how ordinary Indians saw India change.

Remembering R K Studios before it becomes history

Remembering R K Studios before it becomes history

Rediff.com3 Oct 2018

R K Studios is not just another piece of real estate; it is part of India's movie history.

'When I cast Shraddha, everyone abused me'

'When I cast Shraddha, everyone abused me'

Rediff.com29 Sep 2017

'For a film like Haseena, which is made for Rs 11 crore, the publicity budget was Rs 8 crore. I think it's a waste because that could have gone into the film and I could have done something bigger and better.' Director Apoorva Lakhia looks back at his film Haseena Parker.

2018's 10 Best Moments In Hindi Films

2018's 10 Best Moments In Hindi Films

Rediff.com3 Jan 2019

Aseem Chhabra picks the scenes that left him impressed this year.

'In a party that has disciples, Jaitley was Modi's personal friend'

'In a party that has disciples, Jaitley was Modi's personal friend'

Rediff.com29 Aug 2019

'Amit Shah and Modi have a disciple and guru relationship. But Modi and Jaitley's relationship was based on friendship. That's the difference.'

Lessons from Gauri Lankesh's murder

Lessons from Gauri Lankesh's murder

Rediff.com21 Sep 2017

'Once you set up a tweet-storm of vilification, labelling individuals anti-nationals, traitors, blasphemous, and foreign agents, you are creating enough justification for somebody with a gun to kill, or for a mob to lynch,' warns Shekhar Gupta.

Major events in my life linked to milestones at Infosys: Kris

Major events in my life linked to milestones at Infosys: Kris

Rediff.com17 Jun 2014

Reminiscing time spent at the firm he co-created with six other friends in 1981, Infosys non-executive chairman S Gopalakrishnan said many major events in his life are linked to major milestones of Infosys.

Why 'Khansaab' did Zero

Why 'Khansaab' did Zero

Rediff.com14 Dec 2018

'Himanshu (Sharma, writer) and I went to Khansaab with the idea and the structure, not the complete bound story.' 'We wrote that after spending some time with him, understanding him.' 'In the same way, he was understanding me too.' 'So by the time we touched the floors, we were making the same film.'

5 benefits of long-term two-wheeler insurance

5 benefits of long-term two-wheeler insurance

Rediff.com11 Mar 2017

When compared to a one-year insurance, here's why it makes sense to buy a three-year policy

Indian Railways' off-track plans to raise Rs 39,000 crores

Indian Railways' off-track plans to raise Rs 39,000 crores

Rediff.com27 Apr 2017

Indian Railways plans Rs 39,000 crores non-fare revenue. Via: Branding of trains. Vinyl-wrapping of Rajdhanis, Shatabdis and Garib Raths. Moving billboards.

#Lovewins: Indian-Americans applaud same-sex marriage ruling

#Lovewins: Indian-Americans applaud same-sex marriage ruling

Rediff.com27 Jun 2015

Indian Americans and the larger Asian American community praised the United State Supreme Court ruling that provided same-sex couples the right to marry.

Makers of wine, runners of marathons

Makers of wine, runners of marathons

Rediff.com24 Dec 2015

Meet Uma and Krishna Prasad, a unique entrepreneurial couple from Hyderabad.

Meet India's new business tycoons

Meet India's new business tycoons

Rediff.com29 Mar 2016

Patanjali Ayurved's rise has prompted most other babas to go back to the drawing board. Most of them are either scripting or re-jigging their business plans, says Arvind Singhal.

The smile that stole Priyanka's heart

The smile that stole Priyanka's heart

Rediff.com24 May 2018

'NO child deserves a life without hope for the future.'

Ek Ladki Ko Dekha Toh Aisa Laga: Dostana all over again

Ek Ladki Ko Dekha Toh Aisa Laga: Dostana all over again

Rediff.com22 Feb 2019

'Ek Ladki Ko Dekha Toh Aisa Laga is a step backward for the portrayal of female camaraderie in our movies,' argues Sreehari Nair.

Why Xiaomi's India head hires people who are smarter than him

Why Xiaomi's India head hires people who are smarter than him

Rediff.com22 Dec 2016

Manu Kumar Jain, India head, Xiaomi, tells Sangeeta Tanwar how the Chinese smartphone maker won over the Indian market.

'I can't entertain people like Hrithik Roshan'

'I can't entertain people like Hrithik Roshan'

Rediff.com29 Jan 2016

'I have made enough money in my life to live in the happiness of my gambit. I don't want to buy a jet plane, I don't want to live with an entourage. So my requirement of taking my wife and children to a foreign holiday in business class is not a worry.' R Madhavan is anything but a Saala Khadoos!

7 money lessons for 20-somethings

7 money lessons for 20-somethings

Rediff.com27 Oct 2014

(Because things will only get more expensive from this point onwards)

Ex-Chinese diplomat asks China to 'adjust' stand on Azhar

Ex-Chinese diplomat asks China to 'adjust' stand on Azhar

Rediff.com6 Jan 2017

"First, is Azhar a terrorist? Second, was the Pathankot attack perpetrated by the Jaish-e-Mohammed group? To the first question, the answer should be yes," he said.

'Burhan Wani or Lt Ummer Fayaz? Kashmiris have to decide'

'Burhan Wani or Lt Ummer Fayaz? Kashmiris have to decide'

Rediff.com19 May 2017

'100 Fayazs will bring a change in Kashmir, that's why they don't want a Fayaz.'

Nandini Piramal gallops away in the OTC business

Nandini Piramal gallops away in the OTC business

Rediff.com13 Jul 2017

'Younger people are taking steps to prevent lifestyle diseases.'
'It is fascinating to partner with consumers on the journey of self-discovery and to help shape people's preferences -- that is what I find most exciting,' Nandini Piramal tells Abhineet Kumar and Aneesh Phadnis.

Where is the go-getter Parrikar?

Where is the go-getter Parrikar?

Rediff.com11 Jan 2017

Instead of ramming through change, Mr Parrikar has tied his own hands by placing reform at the mercy of numerous committees, says Ajai Shukla.

Is this our great culture? A culture that treats a woman like dirt?

Is this our great culture? A culture that treats a woman like dirt?

Rediff.com19 Mar 2015

'It is nauseating to hear jingoists shout that this is a country that worships women as Goddesses. Leave Goddesses aside, do you treat women as human beings here?'

'Congress-JD-S will manage at least for two years'

'Congress-JD-S will manage at least for two years'

Rediff.com24 May 2018

'The question of survival depends on several factors because this country is divided vertically and horizontally.' 'There will always be demands and ups and downs.'

How the multiplex killed Bollywood

How the multiplex killed Bollywood

Rediff.com17 Mar 2018

'We need more universal films like Dangal, Sultan or Padmavat that work across single screens and multiplexes.'

How to remember every thing you see, read

How to remember every thing you see, read

Rediff.com11 Jul 2018

There has to be a purpose, aim or a goal. The brain should know why it should remember what it is trying to remember.

Silver screen's beloved child

Silver screen's beloved child

Rediff.com26 Feb 2018

'I'll remember you as the face of joy for ever.' Sukanya Verma remembers the iconic Sridevi.

Why Anushka Sharma is thrilled with 2018

Why Anushka Sharma is thrilled with 2018

Rediff.com12 Dec 2018

'This year happens to be a very high performance year, and I have got appreciation for my characters.' 'I don't want to do a role in which I don't have anything to contribute.' 'I can't do a role just because I want to look glamorous; I am glamorous anyway!'

Salman to promote Katrina's sister Isabel Kaif's film in Toronto

Salman to promote Katrina's sister Isabel Kaif's film in Toronto

Rediff.com5 Aug 2014

The superstar will promote his production called Dr Cabbie, starring Isabel Kaif, at the TIFF.

It could have been my daughter!

It could have been my daughter!

Rediff.com23 Aug 2013

What is going on?! How can an amazing country like India face such highs and lows? Where do these brutes come from? Who are these people who are hijacking the goodness of this country? Who create them? Did we? Can someone please tell me what went wrong with India.

Jaitley keen to rationalise personal, corporate taxes in 4 years

Jaitley keen to rationalise personal, corporate taxes in 4 years

Rediff.com6 Oct 2015

Finance Minister Arun Jaitley outlined the roadmap of the BJP-led Government for the coming months, saying the Goods and Services Tax (GST) will be a "top priority".

10 times Deepika Padukone impressed us

10 times Deepika Padukone impressed us

Rediff.com5 Jan 2018

Sukanya Verma picks her favourite Deepika Padukone scenes.