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Archana Masih

Archana Masih frequently contributes military features to Rediff.com. You can read some of her features in the related links alongside. You can e-mail the author at archana_masih@rediffmail.com

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Meet The Real Star Of Paatal Lok

Meet The Real Star Of Paatal Lok

Rediff.com   1 days ago

'Sudip sir keeps telling me that what I have done is very Hollywood.'

The American Awarded A Padma Shri

The American Awarded A Padma Shri

Rediff.com   4 days ago

Sally Holkar left America and made India her home nearly 60 years ago. She went on a mission to revive a dying craft and changed the lives of rural weavers.

3 Cheers For These Navy Lady Officers!

3 Cheers For These Navy Lady Officers!

Rediff.com   7 days ago

Lieutenant Commanders Dilna K and Roopa A have successfully crossed the most dangerous passage in their historic 8-month sailing expedition around the globe.

'Modi-Trump Reconnect Went Swimmingly'

'Modi-Trump Reconnect Went Swimmingly'

Rediff.com   7 days ago

'Trump administration wanted a positive tone at this summit, but there was still some anxiety that there could be some awkward moments -- and there were not.'

'Easing US-China Tension May Benefit India'

'Easing US-China Tension May Benefit India'

Rediff.com   7 days ago

'A less tense US-China relationship would make Beijing less likely to provoke India -- including on the border -- in retaliation for its close defence ties with the US.'

History In A Minute: Sarojini Naidu

History In A Minute: Sarojini Naidu

Rediff.com   13 Feb 2025

A salute to Sarojini Naidu freedom fighter, poet, women's right activist on her 146th birth anniversary.

'Everything I Have Ever Loved Is In The Water'

'Everything I Have Ever Loved Is In The Water'

Rediff.com   13 Feb 2025

The only family Meghana lived with after losing her parents and brother in the tsunami was her dog, Alex. When Alex died after 13 years, she took her ashes to where her own family lay under the ocean. "I wanted her to join the rest of my family and that is one of the best things I have done."

'Everything Is Give-And-Take With Trump'

'Everything Is Give-And-Take With Trump'

Rediff.com   12 Feb 2025

'Transactionalism is in his DNA.'

'Trump Deep Down Admires Modi'

'Trump Deep Down Admires Modi'

Rediff.com   12 Feb 2025

'When compared to many of America's treaty allies in Asia, Modi 3.0 is on a much stronger footing.'

How A Prof Got A Role In Paatal Lok 2!

How A Prof Got A Role In Paatal Lok 2!

Rediff.com   6 Feb 2025

Dr Theyiesinuo Keditsu, a professor of English Literature with PhD and MPhil degrees, was spotted at a restaurant. The next day she was offered Paatal Lok 2.

Love, Longing & Healing In Ma's Rasam

Love, Longing & Healing In Ma's Rasam

Rediff.com   5 Feb 2025

14 years after losing her family in the tsunami, Meghana Rajsekhar finally tasted her mother's rasam when her childhood cook invited her for a meal.

How Meghana Found The Man Who Rescued Her

How Meghana Found The Man Who Rescued Her

Rediff.com   5 Feb 2025

Megahna Rajsekhar survived the tsunami and was rescued by an unknown tribal man. 14 years later she tracked him down to say thank you.

Do You Know About The Battle Of Diu?

Do You Know About The Battle Of Diu?

Rediff.com   3 Feb 2025

Why the Battle of Diu is as historic as the Battle of Trafalgar.

'Budget Gives Middle Class Some Breathing Room'

'Budget Gives Middle Class Some Breathing Room'

Rediff.com   3 Feb 2025

'But this Budget alone will not fix what ails the Indian economy.'

'I Was Waiting Ki Sabka Time Aata Hai'

'I Was Waiting Ki Sabka Time Aata Hai'

Rediff.com   29 Jan 2025

'I will never ever forget Paatal Lok 2 because I left for the shoot the night I got married!'

Superheroes Who Did The Impossible

Superheroes Who Did The Impossible

Rediff.com   28 Jan 2025

On Republic Day the President recognised the daring rescue of 41 workers trapped in a tunnel for 17 days in 2023 by humble rat-hole miners. The award hopefully will bring the forgotten superheroes back into the light.

'Can Awards Fill Your Stomach?'

'Can Awards Fill Your Stomach?'

Rediff.com   27 Jan 2025

On Republic Day the President recognised the daring rescue of 41 workers trapped in a tunnel for 17 days in 2023 by humble rat-hole miners. But the lives of the superheroes remains unchanged and forgotten.

'Durga Mata Ki Jai'

'Durga Mata Ki Jai'

Rediff.com   25 Jan 2025

At 4 am, troops roared their war cry! In the long running tradition of the armed forces, soldiers seek the blessings of the Goddess before setting out on their mission -- in war or peace. The Republic Day parade is one such mission.

The Home Netaji Left Never To Return

The Home Netaji Left Never To Return

Rediff.com   23 Jan 2025

Subhas Chandra Bose was under house arrest, yet he pulled out a daring escape from his Elgin Road residence in Calcutta to Germany via Pakistan, Afghanistan, Russia...

The Amazing Riflewomen Making History

The Amazing Riflewomen Making History

Rediff.com   22 Jan 2025

22 Assam Rifles women personnel are in the Republic Day marching band contingent. Dressed in crisp uniforms, playing bagpipes, drums and side drums, the year-old band has already built an admirable reputation.