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25 GORGEOUS FRAMES of Kareena Kapoor

25 GORGEOUS FRAMES of Kareena Kapoor

Rediff.com21 Sep 2020

On Kareena Kapoor's 40th birthday on September 21, Sukanya Verma handpicks 25 of her most stunning frames from various movies to highlight how she draws our attention in big and small ways.

'This is Modi's biggest political challenge'

'This is Modi's biggest political challenge'

Rediff.com19 Dec 2019

'They don't have a political strategy so they are going to try to deal with it purely as a law and order problem.' 'They will try to use the same strategy they have repeatedly used since 2014 in Kashmir.' 'Mr Modi has landed in a situation where he faces the possible prospect of not only being unable to Indianise Kashmir, but his actions may end up making the rest of India a virtual carbon copy of Kashmir.'

The lady behind the Teach For India phenomenon

The lady behind the Teach For India phenomenon

Rediff.com4 Dec 2019

"No problem is insurmountable," Shaheen Mistri tells Anjuli Bhargava.

Mental health disorders: India's invisible epidemic

Mental health disorders: India's invisible epidemic

Rediff.com16 Dec 2017

And the way to a cure begins with conversation.

When Bollywood went to college

When Bollywood went to college

Rediff.com18 Apr 2019

The filmi college saga, through the decades.

'Farmers won't let India become slaves'

'Farmers won't let India become slaves'

Rediff.com12 Dec 2020

'On one side you have the farmers of India and on the other side are few corporate families.' 'Unfortunately, those holding the levers of power today are more sympathetic towards these corporate families and helping them benefit at the cost of poor farmers.'

NIA books Zakir Naik for terror, searches IRF premises

NIA books Zakir Naik for terror, searches IRF premises

Rediff.com19 Nov 2016

The action by the NIA came barely a few days after the Union Cabinet declared IRF as a banned organisation under UAPA.

'U-17 WC a success but no commitment on U-20 bid'

'U-17 WC a success but no commitment on U-20 bid'

Rediff.com27 Oct 2017

World football governing body chief Gianni Infantino, on Friday, described the FIFA U-17 World Cup as a "resounding success" but refrained from giving any commitment on the country's bid to host the U-20 World Cup in 2019.

Kerala, TN, Assam, WB, Puducherry to vote on Tuesday

Kerala, TN, Assam, WB, Puducherry to vote on Tuesday

Rediff.com6 Apr 2021

More than 750 constituencies spread across four states and one union territory will go to the polls on Tuesday

Student unrest, on the big screen

Student unrest, on the big screen

Rediff.com23 Feb 2016

As the JNU row escalates, a look at student unrest on the big screen.

The world of Chaitanya Tamhane's Disciple

The world of Chaitanya Tamhane's Disciple

Rediff.com12 May 2021

'Tamhane's densely composed shots achieve what a vacuously whizzing camera seldom does.' 'Like those Renaissance Paintings in which a bewitching lady is shown posing for a portrait, and daily life plays out in a corner unruffled, Tamhane's static frames have a hundred interesting things happening within them,' observes Sreehari Nair.

Can PM Imran fix Pakistan?

Can PM Imran fix Pakistan?

Rediff.com18 Aug 2018

'Imran Khan hopes to fulfill the dreams of the founders of of Pakistan in establishing an Islamic Welfare State.' 'The grave situation of the economy makes realisation of this dream very difficult,' points out Colonel R N Ghosh Dastidar (retd).

'100 terrorists active in south Kashmir'

'100 terrorists active in south Kashmir'

Rediff.com13 May 2017

Major General B S Raju said a full scale cordon-and-search operation, like the one conducted in Shopian recently, will be carried out only in places where the army's operations are hampered.

2016: The ads we loved, the ads that worked

2016: The ads we loved, the ads that worked

Rediff.com30 Dec 2016

Experts pick the most effective advertisements of the year.

A Modi-fied foreign policy: Change with continuity

A Modi-fied foreign policy: Change with continuity

Rediff.com17 May 2014

The major driver of Mod's foreign policy can be gauged from his economic priorities such as creating employment opportunities for the youth bulge. Related to this is emphasis on manufacturing, and infrastructure development, which in turn raises the issue of FDI. He has already articulated his views on all these issues, says Rup Narayan Das.

Zakir Naik's NGO donated Rs 50 lakh to Rajiv Gandhi Trust

Zakir Naik's NGO donated Rs 50 lakh to Rajiv Gandhi Trust

Rediff.com10 Sep 2016

The NGO had given donations to an allied entity of RGF in 2011 which engages in promoting girl education and providing money to needy for meeting hospital expenses.

Security forces launch massive anti-terror operation in south Kashmir

Security forces launch massive anti-terror operation in south Kashmir

Rediff.com4 May 2017

The operations have been launched in six villages falling under Zainapora area in Shopian after security forces received information about movement of militants there

Preventing suicide: How to help a loved one

Preventing suicide: How to help a loved one

Rediff.com23 Jan 2019

Observe, ask them directly, support them through it says psychologist Juhi Parmar.

'Majority appeasement' not the answer of Cong woes: Tharoor

'Majority appeasement' not the answer of Cong woes: Tharoor

Rediff.com8 Sep 2019

He also alleged that for the Bharatiya Janata Party dispensation and its allies being a Hindu is no different from the team identity loyalty of the 'British football hooligan'.

How brands are wagging the digital tail

How brands are wagging the digital tail

Rediff.com10 Jul 2015

According to Nielsen India online viewership has doubled since 2011.

Ministry welcomes IOC's softening of stand on IOA

Ministry welcomes IOC's softening of stand on IOA

Rediff.com11 Dec 2013

The Sports Ministry welcomed the International Olympic Committee's decision to revoke India's suspension if the IOA holds its polls next year, saying that its own efforts have had a role to play in the world body's new stand.

Opposition slams Modi's I-Day speech, says nothing spectacular

Opposition slams Modi's I-Day speech, says nothing spectacular

Rediff.com15 Aug 2017

The Left and Congress said that the PM should have been more respectful and sensitive in his speech.

'Kartarpur model' may help resolve future conflicts: Manmohan

'Kartarpur model' may help resolve future conflicts: Manmohan

Rediff.com6 Nov 2019

"Peace and harmony is the only way forward to ensure a prosperous future," Dr Singh said.

Mehbooba says separatists should've suggested 'roadmap' to Kashmir solution

Mehbooba says separatists should've suggested 'roadmap' to Kashmir solution

Rediff.com10 Sep 2016

She also voiced hope that the Centre will initiate an inclusive engagement through an institutionalised mechanism to address the Kashmir issue and the separatists will respond positively to it.

'The Chinese claim on our land is wrong'

'The Chinese claim on our land is wrong'

Rediff.com8 Sep 2020

'Our boys are very patriotic.' 'They say Bharat Mata Ki Jai and Jai Hind in front of the Chinese.' 'We have never accepted their claims, we are Indians and proud to be Indians.'

Assam polls: AASU-AJYCP's party plans to contest 80-100 seats

Assam polls: AASU-AJYCP's party plans to contest 80-100 seats

Rediff.com6 Sep 2020

After the 18-member 'Assam Advisory Committee' suggested the two organisations to form a political party, a source close to the development said the new outfit will be launched within the next 10 days.

Mehbooba invites separatists for talks with all party delegation in Kashmir

Mehbooba invites separatists for talks with all party delegation in Kashmir

Rediff.com3 Sep 2016

Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister invited separatists' top leaders for talks with the all party delegation that is due to arrive in Srinagar on Sunday

Shopian firing: Major's father moves SC to get FIR quashed

Shopian firing: Major's father moves SC to get FIR quashed

Rediff.com8 Feb 2018

Lt Col Karamveer Singh said his son has been 'wrongly and arbitrarily' named in the FIR.

Jallikattu WILL happen! Centre clears ordinance allowing it

Jallikattu WILL happen! Centre clears ordinance allowing it

Rediff.com20 Jan 2017

Decks were cleared on Friday night for an ordinance on Jallikattu after Tamil Nadu and the Centre worked feverishly even as the state stood on the edge and protesters on Marina beach and elsewhere refused to relent until the sport is held.

At 18 brands, Gully Boy is within striking distance of King Kohli

At 18 brands, Gully Boy is within striking distance of King Kohli

Rediff.com22 Feb 2019

Don't go by the number, Ranveer Singh says, he is picky when it comes to endorsements. There are some brands he will never endorse. Fairness creams, for example, but he does not turn away from cola and alcohol brands.

Big boost for tech start ups, entrepreneurs

Big boost for tech start ups, entrepreneurs

Rediff.com28 Feb 2015

Rs 1,000 crore for promotion of start ups.

Student detained over LGBT rights activists' murders in Bangladesh

Student detained over LGBT rights activists' murders in Bangladesh

Rediff.com26 Apr 2016

Bangladesh police detained a college student and claimed to have found some "important evidence" in connection with the brutal killing of two gay rights activists.

Modi irresponsible, accusations an act of desperation: Pak

Modi irresponsible, accusations an act of desperation: Pak

Rediff.com25 Sep 2016

Pakistan on Sunday rejected Prime Minister Narendra Modi's assertion that it was exporting terror, saying the remarks were part of a "well thought out vilification campaign" to distract attention from Kashmir.

Ola plugs into the IPL frenzy

Ola plugs into the IPL frenzy

Rediff.com28 Apr 2016

Ola Cabs, which started out in 2010, has raised over $1 billion of funds.

Coronavirus: Good cop, bad cop

Coronavirus: Good cop, bad cop

Rediff.com11 Apr 2020

As we get used to a long haul of isolation to curb the spread of COVID-19, the police's new avatar in many places is a far cry from that of the high-handed enforcer of law and order.

7 Army personnel get lifer for fake encounter; Sonowal hails verdict

7 Army personnel get lifer for fake encounter; Sonowal hails verdict

Rediff.com15 Oct 2018

Sonowal said the judgement is a reflection of India's democratic values where human rights and fairness are respected.

Shivpal not in SP's list of star campaigners

Shivpal not in SP's list of star campaigners

Rediff.com24 Jan 2017

SP has fielded Shivpal from Jaswant Nagar seat in Etawah district.

When Hrithik fulfilled his ultimate Lakshya

When Hrithik fulfilled his ultimate Lakshya

Rediff.com25 Jul 2019

It has been 20 years since the Kargil War. Sukanya Verma look back at Lakshya, Farhan Akhtar's memorable film that was inspired by the war in the icy heights where young Indian soldiers fought tireless battles to evict Pakistani troops from our territory.

'UPA government let down the people of J&K'

'UPA government let down the people of J&K'

Rediff.com4 Jan 2017

'I felt like a used and discarded rag.' 'The pro-dialogue constituency has shrunk in the valley.' Academician and author Dr Radha Kumar was among the three interlocutors which the Manmohan Singh-led UPA government appointed on Kashmir in October 2010, speaks of how the panel report was never acted upon.

FB video shows Hizbul militants cracking jokes, loading assault rifles

FB video shows Hizbul militants cracking jokes, loading assault rifles

Rediff.com13 Jul 2015

In yet another audacious move, the banned Hizbul Mujahideen has uploaded a video of its militants training in army fatigues with assault rifles and cracking jokes on a social networking site, seen as a "psychological warfare" against the security forces.