In Jerusalem, IFFI jury head says he stands by criticism of Kashmir Files

Unfazed by the widespread criticism of his comments against the Hindi film The Kashmir Files, Israeli director and IFFI international jury chair Nadav Lapid said he stands by his remarks as he......

You should be ashamed: Israeli envoy to IFFI jury head

A day after Israeli filmmaker Nadav Lapid criticised Hindi film The Kashmir Files at International Film Festival of India (IFFI), the country's envoy to India Naor Gilon slammed him, saying he......

'Jaitley was so much larger than people around him'

Former Union Finance Minister and Bharatiya Janata Party veteran Arun Jaitley passed away into the ages on August 24. Kirron Kher, actress-turned-politician, recounts how it was Jaitley who made......

A rally that cost Rahul many voters

Syed Firdaus Ashraf/Rediff.com attended the Congress president's rally in Mumbai on Friday, and explains why people who came with high hopes left disappointed. IMAGE: Congress President Rahul......

'Budget 2013 seems directionless and confused'

Rediff.com columnist M R Venkatesh is a qualified chartered accountant.He is an expert on business concerns relating to economic policies, international trade and business strategies.M R Venkatesh......

Best mutual funds to buy? Here is the expert advice

If you are not too confident about where best to invest to make maximum profit, then it's best to take the help of an expert.Invest in equities or mutual funds? Which are the best mutual fund......

'Risk aversion is the biggest risk'

By the summer of 2007, when Uday Shankar (46) took over as CEO, Star India, the company had begun its downward slide after over six years of leadership. Shankar began by retiring old shows, going......

'Don't panic, stay invested'

On January 21, the Sensex tumbled by 1,408 points on concerns over American economy going into a recession. January 22 was no different. Trading was suspended for an hour within minutes of......

'Won't forget my first meeting with Shah Rukh'

'It was my first day on the sets of Jab Tak Hai Jaan and we were shooting the very first scene that you see in the film.' IMAGE: Sharib Hashmi in Shiv Shastri Balboa. Photograph: Kind courtesy......

Will The Kashmir Files Win An Oscar?

IMAGE: Anupam Kher, who stars in The Kashmir Files, writes, 'Deeply humbled to see The Kashmir Files as a film and my name shortlisted in Best Film and Best Actor category for the Oscars 2023!......

'He has insulted #KashmiriPandits'

'Depicting the genocide of 3 lakh #KashmiriHindus cannot be called vulgar.' Israeli film-maker Nadav Lapid, jury head of the 53rd International Film Festival of India (IFFI), described The Kashmir......

Priyanka-Nick's First Diwali With Malti Marie

Rani Mukerji's Diwali... Kartik returns to work... Shahid's festive selfie... Photograph: Kind courtesy Anupam Kher/Instagram ‘Diwali Bonanza’ says Anupam Kher, as he meets Shah Rukh......

IHF to write to PM, Sonia on non-payment of bills by ministry

The Indian Hockey Federation (IHF) has decided to knock the doors of Prime Minister Manmohan Singh and UPA chairperson Sonia Gandhi, after the Sports Ministry has refused to reimburse Rs 85.3 lakh......

Allegations against Kaushik credible: Hockey India

The sexual harassment case in women's hockey took a new turn on Saturday with Hockey India referring the complaint of player Ranjita Devi against coach M K Kaushik to Delhi Police as it involves......

Panel likely to nail Kaushik for sexual harassment

Hockey India's five-member committee, including two former Olympians Ajit Pal Singh and Zafar Iqbal, is likely to nail former chief coach of the Indian hockey team M K Kaushikfor the alleged sexual......

Birthday wishes to Irfan

Dear Irfan Bhai,Tum jiyo Hazzaro saal,run banao pachass hazzar,wicket leo ak LAKH.Keep up the good work as always.Regards,Deepak Prasad-----------------------------hi irfan wish u happy bday "karka......

'I also strive to have chess-free days'

After ruling the chess world for nearly 20 years now, Viswanathan Anand is rightly regarded as one of the greats of the 64-squares game.In the last few years, he has captured almost every title......