We do what the boss wants us to. And we do not mind putting body and soul on the line, notes Suveen Sinha.

\"There is a limit when it comes to tolerating abusive behaviour or working styles. Many (employees) find ways to quit,\" says career coach and rediffGURU Pradeep Pramanik.

'A person is supposed to do 40 to 42 hours of work a week.' 'If a person is working more that, it is exploitation.' 'And it is because of this exploitation that employees experience stress which affects their mental health.' 'Sometimes it even leads to ending their lives. It is very unfortunate.'

'You have to have commitment to both, but it has to be done at the individual level.'

Delhi-based Shubham Chakraborty, 32, a management graduate from XLRI, Jamshedpur, tells us how he fought anxiety and stress due to poor workplace management.

rediffGURU Ashwini Dasgupta offers handy tips on time management for a stress-free work life.

Instead of looking at your personal and professional life as two separate entities, you can 'integrate' them and, at any given time, priortise what's important, suggests rediffGURU Anu Krishna.

Micromanagers feel the need to be involved in every decision, hence they will avoid delegating tasks and spend a lot of time focusing on minor details rather than the bigger picture, says Sonica Aron, founder of the HR consultancy firm, Marching Sheep.

As Ravichandran Ashwin achieved the milestone 100th Test in Mohali, everyone had their lists of his best bowling feats. But Ashwin's finest cricketing moment was probably when he and Hanuma Vihari battled inhuman injury to draw the Sydney Test against Australia after India were bowled out for 36 in the first Test at Adelaide.

'For me, the lowest point was the phase between 2018 and 2019.'

R Ashwin is always up for a challenge and two days from his landmark 100th Test, India's premier off-spinner looked back at the on-field battles he has enjoyed in international and domestic cricket.

'It was during Covid that Ashwin realised that family can also be a part of his life. So he expanded a little bit to give us space which gave him more happiness and stability to deal with a lot of things on the field. That is why he has had a detached attachment over the last few years.'

A sharp mind with a penchant for trying out new things, senior off-spinner Ravichandran Ashwin is relentless in his bowling approach and always tries to keep himself one step ahead of opposition batters, his long-time national team-mate Cheteshwar Pujara said.

'The 100th Test match probably means 10 x 100 to my dad, it means a lot to my wife and my mom. My daughters are more excited than I am.'

Ravichandran Ashwin will become only the 14th Indian player and 77th overall in world cricket to complete the milestone of 100 Test matches.

Ashwin is the only Indian to score a century and bag a five-wicket in a single Test. He has achieved this feat on three occasions.

You may get intimate for the first time out of impulse and develop second thoughts later. That's why it is important to have a clear idea of how to communicate to your date that you are not ready for sex, says rediffGURU Ravi Mittal, CEO, Quack Quack.

>Whether it is a close friend, family member or an unavoidable situation in general, the involvement of a third person in a relationship will inevitably lead to conflict, observes rediffGURU Ravi Mittal.

The first step to stay safe on social media is to block people who are annoying, says rediffGURU Ravi Mittal.

Delusionship is a state of mind; it is that mental rollercoaster where someone crafts a whole love story in their mind, from a dazzling proposal to happily-ever-after with kids, all without even uttering a 'hello' to their crush in reality, explains rediffGURU Ravi Mittal, CEO, Quack Quack, an online dating app.

Bots don't suffer from the same nervousness that real matches do. This makes every conversation with a bot almost flawless and smooth, alerts rediffGURU Ravi Mittal.

Communication is the secret ingredient of a healthy green flag relationship, says rediffGURU Ravi Mittal.

The important thing to remember here is that his action reflects on him and what kind of a person he is; it does not highlight your worth, counsels rediffGURU Ravi Mittal.

When indulging in an office romance, boundaries are a must. You might be flying high on the bliss of a new relationship, but your colleagues are not obliged to enjoy the PDA, says rediffGURU Ravi Mittal.

This simple yet flavourful dish is a breeze to prepare, requiring minimal ingredients and minimal effort.

A classic fish curry from Bengal.

Phirni can taste astoundingly good with nutritious black rice.

Who would have guessed that hemp seeds could be so tasty?

Everyday laddus to sweeten the end of a meal.

There's nothing more satisfying than a meal of freshly fried puris served with a spicy raseela potato preparation.

Do you know how to buy the best lady's fingers? Or choose the best cauliflower?

Mother's Day reminded me of how my mom learned to cook Indian food.

This simple yet flavourful dish is a breeze to prepare, requiring minimal ingredients and minimal effort.

A classic fish curry from Bengal.

Phirni can taste astoundingly good with nutritious black rice.

Who would have guessed that hemp seeds could be so tasty?

Everyday laddus to sweeten the end of a meal.

There's nothing more satisfying than a meal of freshly fried puris served with a spicy raseela potato preparation.

Do you know how to buy the best lady's fingers? Or choose the best cauliflower?

Mother's Day reminded me of how my mom learned to cook Indian food.

World Championship challenger D Gukesh on Sunday said he didn't think about his personal achievements and was prepared to do \"whatever it takes\" to secure India's maiden gold medal at the Chess Olympiad following near-misses in previous editions.

'The Indian Open team was extremely well prepared and motivated to win the gold medal.' 'With two players in the world top 10 club, and four players with over 2,700 ELO points (GMs Arjun Erigaisi, D Gukesh, R Praggnanandhaa, all below 20) and Vidit Gujrathi and P Harikrishna, it was a solid team.'

In 2019, World Champion Magnus Carlsen was asked to guess the nationality of the reigning world champion in 2050. He responded: 'India will have had many by then!'

'It is not just D Gukesh, Arjun Erigaisi, Praggnanandhaa and Vidit Gujrathi.' 'There are another 20 players just behind them. Nobody imagined this was possible 5 years ago.'

Gukesh, Praggnanandhaa, Erigaisi and Vaishali have trained at the Westbridge Anand Chess Academy (WACA) that the bespectacled chess wizard set up four years ago in Chennai. The 18-year-old Gukesh and the 19-year-old Praggnanandhaa have often stated that they would not be where they are without \"Vishy sir\".

Aruna is World chess champion Viswanathan Anand's life partner for the last 13 years. She is also his business manager and secretary. As Anand prepared to defend his World title against Veselin Topalov, in Sofia, Bulgaria, Aruna Anand looked back on the years with him.

'I like to challenge myself. Competing against players much younger than me is something that I want to keep doing,' says Chess Legend Viswanathan Anand

Viswanathan Anand is on his first visit to Chennai after being crowned World Number One.

'We all face challenges in life. It's our approach towards them that absolutely decides what you become.'

Anu Vaidyanathan has never passed up an experience life has to offer her.

'I tell those in their 20s that age is on their side and they should start exercising early.' 'Just like investing in good stocks, if they start early, they will get the multiplier effects of being healthy, fit and strong later in life.'

'We want to prove to the world that they will get the best code written from a small place like Wayanad.'

Each bottle of pickle that leaves FarmDidi, headed to a consumer, has a little kahani behind it -- it's linked to the tale of a life, the life of a simple, striving village woman who created it, and that's what gives Manjari Sharma satisfaction and happiness.

'The determination to represent our country is strong when you've seen your dad serve the country.'

Miss World 2024 will be crowned in India soon. Long before Aishwarya Rai and Priyanka Chopra, Yukta Mukhey and Diana Hayden, a beautiful woman from Bombay was crowned Miss World. In 1966. Reita Faria was India's first Miss World. Vaihayasi Pande Daniel/ Rediff.com met the 80 year old in Dublin recently, still as elegant, still as attractive as she was all those years ago.

After both grandfathers, father and uncle, Lieutenant Tanishka Damodaran is the first girl from the family to join the Indian Army. She will join her first posting in Kashmir soon and hopes to follows her family tradition of joining the Paras.

'Trump's disregard for norms and institutions could prove very costly for America's social fabric.'

'I want to tell everybody there is nothing in the world that you can't do.' 'If you apply your mind, you can do anything and everything.'

Changes in hormone levels often result in mood swings, anxiety and/or depression, causing erosion in self-esteem, body image perception and a general disinterest in sex in most women, says Dr Gandhali Deorukhkar, consultant-obstetrics and gynaecology, Wockhardt Hospitals, Mumbai.

The golden rule is to change your toothbrush when it starts to 'flower', says rediffGURU Shyam Jamalabad.

'A rigid or overly broad interpretation could lead to a chilling effect on investments and growth in sectors traditionally driven by private initiative.' 'Entrepreneurs may fear that their assets could be arbitrarily appropriated by the State under the guise of serving the 'common good' without sufficient legal safeguards.' 'The judgment thus supports a more nuanced view, one that balances individual property rights with public welfare objectives.'

Contra-dating is all about pushing boundaries. rediffGURU Ravi Mittal, CEO of online dating app Quack Quack, lists 10 reasons why everyone should try it at least once.

Ask Rediff's Love Guru your relationship related questions and she will give you an honest answer.

'I really want to do comedy.'

Pranab's earlier fear of Sonia relying too heavily on a coterie due to her lack of experience turned out to be unfounded. As per Pranab, Sonia had her close advisers but she did not follow anyone's advice blindly. A fascinating excerpt from Sharmistha Mukherjee's Pranab, My Father: A Daughter Remembers.

'Everybody thought I was crazy to quit my job and jump into entrepreneurship.'

'Acting happened quite by accident. It chose me.' 'To be cast in the lead in Raaz 2 and Raaz 3 felt almost surreal.'

Keisha Santwan, 16, and her travel-obsessed family love the joy of exploring new places.

rediffGURU Dr Deepa Suvarna, a pediatrician with over 25 years of experience, offers expert advice on how you can protect your child from common ailments and keep them healthy.

Janhvi Kapoor opens the doors of her beautiful home in Mumbai, and takes us around.

A resolution which says 'I will be more organised' is not a good one, but a resolution which says 'I will keep my clothes and papers in an organised manner, make my bed, have bath at a regular time, eat at a fixed time, go the gym at a fixed hour and go to bed at a stipulated hour' is a far better resolution, points out P V Subramanyam.

Try to maintain a healthy relationship with people you have worked for and within the past, suggests Sachin Alug.

'On October 12-13, he started shivering from fear in his tent.' 'That was the time he wrote a letter to my mother to conduct Ganeshji's Atharvashirsha.' 'The moment he finished writing that letter, he told us, he felt serene calmness.'

From Kishore Kumar posing as a Half Ticket running riot to Raj and Simran's super filmi reunion in Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge, train journeys in Hindi movies have formed the backdrop for both romance and comedy. But it's the action scenes where the railgaadi's daredevil attributes lie.

Bad breath or 'halitosis' can have many causes such as decayed teeth, infected gums or even respiratory or gastrointestinal infections, points out rediffGURU Dr Shyam Jamalabad.

'To those who have just finished engineering or MCA or BSc, BBA, I will say they should take up whatever internship opportunities they are getting.' 'They should look for opportunities to learn the latest tools.' 'They should think innovative and try to solve problems. Only when you sharpen your skills, you will remain relevant.'

I did not take up research for any award.' 'What is more important is the medicine that I have developed.' 'This helps the patient recover and the family is happy that their relative has survived and they go back to their lives.

Beyond a point, competition is boring. The fun is in the doing, irrespective of outcome. By the time I was in college, I knew I valued awareness more than success, notes Shyam G Menon.

Have a calm and open conversation with your wife to understand her perspective, suggests rediffGURU Dr Ashish Sehgal.

Sukanya Verma quizzes you to find out just how much you know about the movies.

'On October 12-13, he started shivering from fear in his tent.' 'That was the time he wrote a letter to my mother to conduct Ganeshji's Atharvashirsha.' 'The moment he finished writing that letter, he told us, he felt serene calmness.'

From Kishore Kumar posing as a Half Ticket running riot to Raj and Simran's super filmi reunion in Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge, train journeys in Hindi movies have formed the backdrop for both romance and comedy. But it's the action scenes where the railgaadi's daredevil attributes lie.

Bad breath or 'halitosis' can have many causes such as decayed teeth, infected gums or even respiratory or gastrointestinal infections, points out rediffGURU Dr Shyam Jamalabad.

'To those who have just finished engineering or MCA or BSc, BBA, I will say they should take up whatever internship opportunities they are getting.' 'They should look for opportunities to learn the latest tools.' 'They should think innovative and try to solve problems. Only when you sharpen your skills, you will remain relevant.'

I did not take up research for any award.' 'What is more important is the medicine that I have developed.' 'This helps the patient recover and the family is happy that their relative has survived and they go back to their lives.

Beyond a point, competition is boring. The fun is in the doing, irrespective of outcome. By the time I was in college, I knew I valued awareness more than success, notes Shyam G Menon.

Have a calm and open conversation with your wife to understand her perspective, suggests rediffGURU Dr Ashish Sehgal.

Sukanya Verma quizzes you to find out just how much you know about the movies.

Would there have been an incomparable batsman named Sachin Tendulkar had Doordarshan not telecast Guide one summer afternoon? A fascinating excerpt from Abhishek Mukherjee and Joy Bhattacharjya's must-read book, The Great Indian Cricket Circus.

'My adrenalin kicked in and the happiness returned! It was time to go in for the kill again.' IAF Veterans Group Captain Dilip Kumar Dass tells Air Commodore Nitin Sathe about how the IAF decimated tanks in the famous Battle of Longewala.

'It's vital that over the next 10 years, that India, the US and the Artemis Accords family of nations come together to ensure that we not only return humanity to the moon, but that we build the technology that will allow us stay there permanently.' 'And then go on to Mars.'

When things don't materialise the way toxic people want them to, they may try different ways to control you.

It is important to understand how your salary influences your loan amount and implementing these valuable strategies can significantly impact your eligibility for the personal loan you desire, says Kamaljeet Rastogi.

By incorporating creativity into academics using items you already have at home and encouraging exploration, you can make the learning journey not only enjoyable but also memorable.

As the Indian version of The Archies gets ready to hit OTT, Deepa Gahlot picks 10 interesting college-and-youth-oriented shows on OTT.

About 21 per cent Indians born between the mid-1990s and mid-2010s say a potential partner not aligning politically with them is a dating red flag.

You can explore the option of talking directly to the manager, suggests rediffGURU Archana Deshpande.

'If you want to win you need to perform.' 'Governments have found a way to buck anti-incumbency, but one policy intervention will not pay in all elections.'

'Party workers sit outside polling booths and they know everything that is happening.' 'Besides, as a voter when you push the EVM button to vote there is a paper slip that comes out showing you who you voted for.'

'This is leading to anarchy.'

''Shoojitda's prep was unique and a nice, refreshing change for me.' 'In the three to four months of preparation that we did, I think we only read two scenes.' 'We spent two, three months where he would just talk to me about life, philosophy, spirituality, and a lot of things, which I slowly realised was him trying to get into my head and understand the kind of person I was.'

'I have no idea why I was so many film-makers' choice for Jinnah. I assume it is because I was born and bred in Mumbai and speak English.' 'There's also my name, people tend to believe that a Muslim character can best be played by a Muslim actor.'

Bollywood doesn't need fire-breathing dragons when it has Bhai.

The sky outside was a perfect blue with fair winds on that hot day in July, but inside the Jaguar an emergency was unraveling with every passing second. Wing Commander Vernon Desmond Keane had two options: Eject and see his beloved aircraft crash -- which would come at a great cost to the nation and cause harm to civilian life and property on the ground. Or try the limits of his training; push the aircraft and his flying skills to the edge of technical and human endurance and save them both.

Deepa Gahlot lists 10 popular Mani Ratnam films that you can watch on streaming platforms.

Of late, war films -- particularly those that tell stories of the 1971 War and Kargil -- have been produced.

Kangana Ranaut plays an Air Force pilot in Tejas, joining an increasing list of films and shows centered around women playing significant roles in their careers.

Deepa Gahlot picks a list of 10 essential RGV movies though there are 84 to wade through.

Deepa Gahlot lists the most popular Yash Chopra films -- the ones he directed, not produced (yes, so that means no DDLJ) -- that can be watched on OTT.

There is nothing of the level of Yes Minister, House Of Cards, Madam Secretary or Veep but there are at least 10 Hindi series and an OTT-released film or two, to whet the viewer's appetite for power-mongering, corruption and intrigue.

Deepa Gahlot picks 10 watchable cop shows.

Had he not taken his final curtain call on April 23, 1992, Satyajit Ray would still, undoubtedly, have been making movies.

Deepa Gahlot lists 10 popular Mani Ratnam films that you can watch on streaming platforms.

Of late, war films -- particularly those that tell stories of the 1971 War and Kargil -- have been produced.

Kangana Ranaut plays an Air Force pilot in Tejas, joining an increasing list of films and shows centered around women playing significant roles in their careers.

Deepa Gahlot picks a list of 10 essential RGV movies though there are 84 to wade through.

Deepa Gahlot lists the most popular Yash Chopra films -- the ones he directed, not produced (yes, so that means no DDLJ) -- that can be watched on OTT.

There is nothing of the level of Yes Minister, House Of Cards, Madam Secretary or Veep but there are at least 10 Hindi series and an OTT-released film or two, to whet the viewer's appetite for power-mongering, corruption and intrigue.

Deepa Gahlot picks 10 watchable cop shows.

Had he not taken his final curtain call on April 23, 1992, Satyajit Ray would still, undoubtedly, have been making movies.

Deepa Gahlot lists 10 popular Mani Ratnam films that you can watch on streaming platforms.

Of late, war films -- particularly those that tell stories of the 1971 War and Kargil -- have been produced.

Kangana Ranaut plays an Air Force pilot in Tejas, joining an increasing list of films and shows centered around women playing significant roles in their careers.

Deepa Gahlot picks a list of 10 essential RGV movies though there are 84 to wade through.

Deepa Gahlot lists the most popular Yash Chopra films -- the ones he directed, not produced (yes, so that means no DDLJ) -- that can be watched on OTT.

There is nothing of the level of Yes Minister, House Of Cards, Madam Secretary or Veep but there are at least 10 Hindi series and an OTT-released film or two, to whet the viewer's appetite for power-mongering, corruption and intrigue.

Deepa Gahlot picks 10 watchable cop shows.

Had he not taken his final curtain call on April 23, 1992, Satyajit Ray would still, undoubtedly, have been making movies.

'When you watch Freedom At Midnight, I want you to feel like you are sitting on a ticking time bomb.'

Zeenat Aman had scored more hit songs than any of her contemporaries. This can be attributed partly to happenstance and partly to the fact that her forte for high glamour could be showcased most winningly in a crowd-pleasing number, observes Dinesh Raheja.

'What is the use of talent if that player plays so many Tests and averages below 35 after a few years of being in the Indian team?'

This traditional pulao is a key part of any Bengali comfort meal.

Fibromyalgia is a chronic condition that is typically characterised by widespread tenderness and pain throughout the body. It is usually accompanied by fatigue, sleep and mood disturbance, says rediffGURU Nidhi Gupta.

Sara Ali Khan has a treat in store for her fans. Rediff.com's Mayur Sanap, Hitesh Harisinghani and Afsar Dayatar get the details.

What was once a solemn Vedic ritual is today a celebration for the entire extended family. And why not? With families living in distant cities, even continents, weddings are seen as an occasion for cousins and uncles to congregate under one roof for two or three days, observes Ambi Parmeswaran.

This is the magic of Sircar's filmmaking -- National Award winners, many of them -- that makes every new work of his an eagerly-awaited affair.

Let's explore three different ways to reach the Rs 100-crore mark, each taking advantage of the power of compounding, consistent investing, and some smart planning

Her personal style is a seamless fusion of youthful charm, sophistication and bold experimentation.

'The Kerala BJP leadership is doing the job of clerical staff. What the boss orders, they just follow them.'

Yamini, who is making a comeback on small screen with Bigg Boss, called out Shilpa Shirodkar and Kashish for being fake in the game in her interviews.

Til turns cucumbers into a delicacy.

The best thing parents can give to their child is their time, says Professor Suvasish Mukhopadhyay.

Start with 20 to 30 minutes of moderate-intensity cardio -- like brisk walking, cycling, or jogging -- three to five times per week to increase calorie burn, says rediffGURU Dr Shakeeb Ahmed Khan.

'After Pather Panchali, she became a housewife. She hated the spotlight. That was so strange and yet so admirable.'

'Whatever you do will spark controversies, so it is best do what your heart tells you to do. Simple.'

A poignant political play, needed for today's times, is being staged in Mumbai.

'A rigid or overly broad interpretation could lead to a chilling effect on investments and growth in sectors traditionally driven by private initiative.' 'Entrepreneurs may fear that their assets could be arbitrarily appropriated by the State under the guise of serving the 'common good' without sufficient legal safeguards.' 'The judgment thus supports a more nuanced view, one that balances individual property rights with public welfare objectives.'

Citadel: Honey Bunny is a decent watch with an average story, sharp stunts and brilliant music, observes Divya Nair.

Excessive sugar intake has been linked to brain inflammation, which can affect cognitive functions such as memory, learning, and decision-making, warns Pankaj Prakash Sharma, founder, Happa Foods.

Gladiator 2 delivers an epic experience that may not replace the original in viewers' hearts but certainly earns its place beside it, notes Sonil Dedhia.

'Sometimes we regret we didn't communicate, we didn't talk our heart out.' 'This film speaks about all those moments and the journey of the characters.' 'It's all moments stitched together of your entire life.'

Freedom At Midnight is a bold attempt to revisit the whole discourse about Partition, its causes, and the predicament under which the Congress leaders accepted it. It perfectly captures the extremely confused and complicated situation to which it seemed the only viable solution, observes Utkarsh Mishra.

'I really want to do comedy.'

The range of food at banquets at the Mughal court consisted of delicacies that commoners could not ever dream of.

'Just this year alone, close to 40 major transactions involving Bollywood stars have been recorded.'

Contra-dating is all about pushing boundaries. rediffGURU Ravi Mittal, CEO of online dating app Quack Quack, lists 10 reasons why everyone should try it at least once.

Ask Rediff's Love Guru your relationship related questions and she will give you an honest answer.

'There's a very strong feeling of sisterhood that I feel is missing in Indian households.' 'I genuinely advocate the feeling of sisterhood because I feel that some of the strongest bonds, friendships and support groups could be our immediate relatives.'

'People should realise he is an impact player, like Virender Sehwag.' 'You don't expect these players to score a 70-80 every time they bat, but whenever they score they will win matches for your team.'

We looked at some bold instances of Bollywood's beautiful appearing in the buff.

If you're looking to transition into a committed relationship, it's important to establish clear boundaries. Define what you need, how you want to spend time together, and what you won't tolerate, suggests relationship expert Shahzeen Shivdasani.

Investors should match their investment horizon with the fund's portfolio duration.

rediffGURU Patrick Dsouza, founder of Patrick100 offers advice on how to optimise your preparation for CAT 2025.

In India, the drug is not licensed for weight loss. but as anti-diabetic medication, warns Dr Chandrakant Lahariya.

When addressing issues, it's crucial to focus on specific behaviours rather than personal characteristics to maintain objectivity and reduce personal offence, suggests Sonica Aron, founder, Marching Sheep.

Hike through Meghalaya's newest tourist magnet.

A sojourn in Seoul, one of Asia's largest metropolises, where the ultra-modern coexists with the ancient -- temples and palaces with futuristic skyscrapers climbing to the stratosphere, K-pop with Buddhism, a village within city limits.

Like the stars, cast magic with blue and purple iridescent eye shadow.

Dumplings of chickpea flour in a yoghurt gravy with rotis make for a simple, tasty meal

November is the start of the soup season in India. A bowl of garam garam soup is the just the way to kick off an evening.

A nut-filled basmati rice pudding from Bengal.

A meal of hilsa curry with vegetables mixed in, poured over steamed rice, can make your Sunday perfect.

Here's a simple recipe or breakfast or as an evening snack at home.

Three desserts come together in one delicious offering.

Everyday laddus to sweeten the end of a meal.

Who would have guessed that hemp seeds could be so tasty?

Dumplings of chickpea flour in a yoghurt gravy with rotis make for a simple, tasty meal

November is the start of the soup season in India. A bowl of garam garam soup is the just the way to kick off an evening.

A nut-filled basmati rice pudding from Bengal.

A meal of hilsa curry with vegetables mixed in, poured over steamed rice, can make your Sunday perfect.

Here's a simple recipe or breakfast or as an evening snack at home.

Three desserts come together in one delicious offering.

Everyday laddus to sweeten the end of a meal.

Who would have guessed that hemp seeds could be so tasty?

An interesting excerpt from Virender Kapoor's latest book Inspiring India: Taking India from Big to Great.

'Kamal has surfed and navigated a lot of tidal waves, manoeuvring the peaks and troughs, combining rare intelligence and commonly available intuitions to overcome unimaginable crises all his life.' 'There is no looking back at the past, for his only motto has been 'Tomorrow belongs to us'!'

'The ruling does not automatically mean that your house can be taken away, but suppose it blocks an expressway or a highway or such essential development, then it can be taken away as long as there is a law to support that action.'

'I was completely in awe of him. After the shot was okayed, I would quickly run back to my chair and sit quietly till I was called again.'

'While my generation carries with it the memory of the Chinese perfidy of 1962, this generation will carry the memory of Chinese perfidy in Galwan.'

Andaz Apna Apna is practically the most quoted film since Sholay, observes Sukanya Verma, as she celebrates 30 years of this cult classic movie.

Like the stars, cast magic with blue and purple iridescent eye shadow.

'Everything about farming is enjoyable and relaxing.'

When Aishwarya celebrated her birthday in Dubai on November 1, the speculation regarding the Abhishek-Aishwarya marital rift ran even higher.

In India, the drug is not licensed for weight loss. but as anti-diabetic medication, warns Dr Chandrakant Lahariya.

'There are ominous portents of an isolationist administration not only building a physical wall to the south to prevent unwanted immigrants from entering the land of milk and honey, but also trade walls not just against China, but all nations,' foresees Sreekant Sambrani.

'With passage of time, Kamal did move away from the humdrum of commercial cinema, using it only as a peg to launch a new concept or new technology, as no other actor/film-maker has done in Indian cinema.' N Sathiya Moorthy assesses the career and politics of movie legend Kamal Haasan on his 70th brthday.

A sojourn in Seoul, one of Asia's largest metropolises, where the ultra-modern coexists with the ancient -- temples and palaces with futuristic skyscrapers climbing to the stratosphere, K-pop with Buddhism, a village within city limits.

'If there's something that is more progressive and more modern, I would love to do it.'

'Varun was so exhilarated with the intense physical action sequences.' 'Samantha is very agile.' 'I don't know how they did it. It's really hard.'

Sukanya Verma looks at their eclectic career of over two decades as their latest offering Citadel: Honey Bunny, the Indian leg of the Russo Brothers globetrotting spy universe series, drops on Amazon Prime Video on November 7.

'Given China's past behaviour and their territorial claims, should we be sceptical regarding China's willingness to adhere to these agreements fully? The answer is yes.' 'As Ronald Reagan famously said in the context of the SALT talks, 'Trust, but verify!' India should also do the same.' 'This has already begun with foot patrolling, drones, satellite imagery and so on. India's military deployment did mirror China's and will continue to do so in the future.'

Whenever tenures of army chiefs were extended in the recent past, prime ministers were subsequently eased out of office by the same army chief, notes Rana Banerji, who headed the Pakistan desk at RA&W.

'He offered countless opportunities to newcomers, from designers and models to choreographers.' 'He taught by example that success should be shared and that there is immense power in staying grounded, even at the top.'

'I may not have accrued a large bank balance, but I think I've earned something far valuable. Respect.' 'That's what Andaz Apna Apna brought me, and I wouldn't exchange that respect for any amount of money in the world.'

'It is the responsibility of industry to take the very bright talent whose knowledge of software engineering basics is very high, and then give them additional skills.'

From Ivanka Trump to Deepika Padukone, everyone loved Rohit Bal's magnificent creations.

'I'm happy piggybacking on his stardom.'

When it comes to the Congress and Wayanad, the only way the scepticism in the minds of some in Kerala may be addressed is by the Gandhi family proving that they are more than a passing caravan in town, reports Shyam G Menon.

Reports (not denied by India) that the USA had 'for the first time provided real-time details to their Indian counterparts on the Chinese positions and force strength in advance of a PLA incursion' into Tawang at the LAC in December 2022, helping India thwart China's expansionist designs, show how operationally effective the USA-India friendship has become on the ground. A engaging excerpt from Sreeram Chaulia's must-read new book, Friends: India's Closest Strategic Partners.

'There are 725,000 Indians here without proper papers. They are subject to deportation immediately under this (Trump's immigration plan). Immediately!' 'They want to prevent new immigration, get the people who are already here out of here, and only allow population increases in the white population.'

It's time India re-visited its Western alliances for the attitude and approach that the West reserves for the nation when it comes to security cooperation of the kind that they might not have visualised outside of China, India's bug-bear, asserts N Sathiya Moorthy.

rediffGURU Kanchan Rai urges you to talk about your problems so you can seek solutions and also transform your life.

Mayur Sanap lists five films at MAMI 2024 that took his breath away.

'Her love for the story -- be it understanding the story quickly or reading the script, then composing yourself in almost no time for the shot.' 'All of it is just so natural to her.'

'It's rare to find a designer of his stature who remains so humble, kind and encouraging to everyone around him.'

Here's your travel guide to exploring some of India's most beautiful villages.

Jazz up your summer lunch plate with this tangy potato curry.

This delicious bowl of coconut milk kheer is hard to resist.

Ever tried this Goan delicacy?

The star ingredient of many a delicious preparation is, of course, cheese!

A healthy recipe with coriander seeds and nuts.

Make use of Shimla mirchis in the tastiest of ways.

How to make a satisfying comfort food from leftovers.

A spicy but nutritious soup for the close of day.

Jazz up your summer lunch plate with this tangy potato curry.

This delicious bowl of coconut milk kheer is hard to resist.

Ever tried this Goan delicacy?

The star ingredient of many a delicious preparation is, of course, cheese!

A healthy recipe with coriander seeds and nuts.

Make use of Shimla mirchis in the tastiest of ways.

How to make a satisfying comfort food from leftovers.

A spicy but nutritious soup for the close of day.

Heart conditions may be hereditary, and knowing your family's health background can help you understand the risk your might face, says consultant cardio-thoracic surgeon Dr Gulshan Rohra.

'We started AgniKul to show that space transportation should be as simple as road transportation.'

'Thirty per cent of the world's deaths in young people, due to heart disease, are encountered by people in India.'

Treatment for arthritis is mainly focused on symptom management and slowing the progression of the disease, says Dr Vishal Shinde.

rediffGURU Radheshyam Zanwar, founder of Zanwar Classes, helps aspirants prepare for competitive exams such as MHT-CET, IIT-JEE and NEET-UG.

Not being able to control outcomes and manage our own expectations leads to stress and anxiety which further leads to sadness and disappointment and worse case, depression.

Any and every message on any chat interface does not require your response. Think whether it has any value and discard the rest to feel in control about what you read and respond to.

Passive consumption of social media content, like mindlessly scrolling through feeds without engaging with them, has been linked to increased envy and decreased life satisfaction, cautions Dr Maithili Tambe.

rediffGURU Dr Vinod Kumar, a kidney health specialist at the Aster RV Hospital, Bengaluru, offers advice on how to keep your kidneys healthy and functioning well.

Kiran Bhatt, a cosmetologist with a PhD in nutrition, explains how poor hygiene and lifestyle can impact your skin's health causing infections.

'Filing a workplace harassment case against a well-known company or professional can bring risks like retaliation, harm to your career and emotional stress,' warns Smita Shetty Kapoor.

'Allocate up to 20 per cent of your core equity portfolio to quality funds.'

The best way to achieve financial security isn't by cutting out every vada pav or limiting yourself to home-cooked meals; it's by making yourself indispensable at work, says Vatsal Ramaiya.

Raghav Himatsingka, co-founder, Raising Superstars, explains how simple activities can help improve your child's cognitive skills and critical thinking.

Christina Rindiki's all-women team on the India-Myanmar border in Champhai, Mizoram, delivers 300 plus Amazon packets daily. The women handle all aspects of the operation and made around 450 deliveries per day this month alone. This is their story.

Rachel Gupta had done India proud by winning the first ever Miss Grand International title for India in the 11 year old competition.

'Healthcare is not an industry.' 'The government is only encouraging insurance as they are not able to provide healthcare to people.' 'Opening new medical colleges is not what is needed.' 'You have to invest in public sector hospitals.' 'You cannot hand over healthcare to the private industry.'

'China did not expect India to show such strategic resolve in defending its territorial integrity.'

China does not have to give up what it took in 2020, it will never give up its claim to Arunachal Pradesh, Ladakh and other areas, and it has all the time now to plan its next surprise, points out Lieutenant General Prakash Katoch (retd).

'Whenever people say to me that all my work looks unique, I say to them originality is the art of concealing your source.' 'You can't see the sources that I take from because usually, they are Indian.' 'But then Indians don't find my work Indian.'

The ruling Mahayuti alliance in Maharashtra is heavily banking upon a six to 10 per cent shift in voters -- mostly women -- in its favour to return to power with anywhere between 160 and 170 assembly seats, say four MLAs belonging to Eknath Shinde's Shiv Sena.

Ratan Tata: A Life, the much awaited biography, reveals that after a year of 'parallel running', Tata began having second thoughts about Cyrus Mistry's 'suitability'. 'Mistry targeted Ratan, the man who had elevated him from virtual oblivion into the mainstream of the Tatas...'

'He is definitely much more mature and he knows the value of his place in the Indian team, 2-3 years of not being there.' 'He will now look to take care of his body much more. He has developed from a youngster to a responsible person now.' 'He knows what he needs to do, to succeed at the highest level.'

Watching the dancing queen groove is such a satisfying experience that even a bad movie cannot come in its way.

There was a memorable meeting with a 'tall, elegant, beautiful girl', who had recently finished her 12th in the strongly tribal Jhabua district, Madhya Pradesh. 'I was shocked. In this whole sea of villages, I knew for sure there was no other 12th pass girl. I said I want to meet your father.' 'She brought her father, a daily-wage labourer. I asked him: \"How come you decided to educate your girl till the 12th standard? You break stones for a living and you don't have a lot of money\".' 'He just said one line and in that one line he said everything.'

It seems that the West is sending a signal to India that it can return to old hostilities unless India toes their line on Russia. It is no surprise that India is being compared with Putin's Russia in terms of targeting 'dissidents' as the West calls these Khalistani terrorists, asserts Colonel Anil A Athale (retd).

'He was a practical person who ensured that he thought about the common man, animals, the fact that they have a life and they have to be respected.'

The ruling Mahayuti alliance in Maharashtra is heavily banking upon a six to 10 per cent shift in voters -- mostly women -- in its favour to return to power with anywhere between 160 and 170 assembly seats, say four MLAs belonging to Eknath Shinde's Shiv Sena.

'Vidyaji jokes around and her laughter is infectious. 'Madhuri ma'am is a legend. To get the opportunity to work with her was a big deal for me.'

Shalini Passi is the latest addition along with Riddhima Kapoor Sahni and Kalyani Saha, and she has got everyone talking on social media, thanks to her quirky personality.

Shalini Passi isn't the only one ruffling up feathers on Fabulous Lives VS Bollywood Wives. Kalyani Saha Chawla is doing all that too!

From the looks of it, she's a chota packet bada dhamaka!

Exclusive! Ash Rai on her global plans.

Drop-dead gorgeous Aishwarya Rai is irrefutably the busiest heroine in Bollywood today. She shoots at breakneck speed. Nights merge into days and days into nights, but Rai is undeterred, steeled in her determined to make it to the top and remain there for a long while.

Aishwarya Rai tells us just how Oprah Winfrey wore a sari and much more.

'I don't prepare (for a character), I become it. I don't have to think about a character too much, I become it. I give a lot of attention to detailing. Once I become the character, I go and deliver the scene.' Aishwarya Rai Bachchan gives us an insight into her life.

Here's looking at some of the firsts through her eventful, triumphant journey.

On her 50th birthday on November 1, Sukanya Verma raises a toast to Bollywood's Golden Girl and 15 of her noteworthy performances.

On her 47th birthday on November 1, Sukanya Verma showcases 15 of her most memorable silver screen costumes.

'We did take after take, confusing and stressing her out, until she just threw up her hands and said she couldn't do it.' 'She was close to tears.' A fascinating excerpt from Adman Madman: Unapologetically Prahlad by Prahlad Kakar with Rupangi Sharma.

As Prabhakaran was leaving his house, Rajiv Gandhi called his son Rahul and asked him to fetch his (Gandhi's) bulletproof jacket. He put the jacket on Prabhakaran's back and remarked with his usual charming smile: \"Take care of yourself.\"

'Disengagement is merely the first step in a lengthy process of arriving at a new normal along the LAC in Eastern Ladakh and the entire land boundary.' 'The Indian government should insist on the restoration of the status quo ante in Eastern Ladakh.'

'As the trial gets closer for Nikhil Gupta, they're going to want to make sure that he doesn't talk.' 'And they're going to put pressure on Mr Gupta to make some deal where the evidence doesn't come out.'

'Politicians can do symbolism by changing the names of places and museums.' 'Judges need not be seen to be craving for approval from the public.'

Captain Sharan and Flight Engineer Anil Jaggia both confirm that the hijackers seemed to know a lot about flying an aircraft. Without help from the ISI or the Pakistan army, it was impossible, points out Utkarsh Mishra.

Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3 is going full throttle with its creeps and cackle, which marks the addition of Madhuri Dixit and re-entry of the OG Manjulika, Vidya Balan.

'There are some things I may not be comfortable about. Explicit things and all that.'

Pert, cute Ms Jafry is great in the togs dept.

'Whoever is doing it (threats to airlines), they are actually carrying out a recce.' 'This is the manner in which terrorists strike.'

'Tensions and dialogue are likely to go hand-in-hand with China.' 'The goal should be to cultivate power so that one can negotiate from a position of strength.'

The tide has turned for Sunny. He has another actioner in the upcoming Jatt and has reteamed with Rajkumar Santoshi after almost three decades for the Aamir Khan produced Lahore 1947.

Industry experts believe that this deal will positively impact the Indian film industry, which is struggling with fewer movie releases.

Mr Pradhan's understanding of realpolitik and organisational dynamics makes him the ultimate party man, notes Aditi Phadnis.

'I've never done anything cliche and I've never got anything cliche.'

'I don't know of any happy moment in my life which has helped me to grow, whereas pain has always been a means to evolve.'

These five yoga asanas, when practiced consistently, can help you achieve your goal of reducing belly fat, says Pushpa R.

'In India, managers and the leadership almost glorify overworking.'

Micromanagers feel the need to be involved in every decision, hence they will avoid delegating tasks and spend a lot of time focusing on minor details rather than the bigger picture, says Sonica Aron, founder of the HR consultancy firm, Marching Sheep.

\"If HR isn't responsive, it's critical to keep records of all interactions -- e-mails, dates and any conversations you had. If HR fails to help, escalate the matter to higher management or the internal complaints committee,\" says Smita Shetty Kapoor.

rediffGURU Krishna Kumar, founder and CEO of GoMoTech, offers expert advice on how to scale up in your career.

'Don't get stressed if you are not able to do your work.' 'If you feel you do not have the skill or capacity to do some work, accept it.'

F&O trading is a zero-sum game where one person's loss is another's gain. Only one per cent of traders gained the money lost by 93 per cent, warns Harsh Roongta.

For those looking for more affordable options, purchasing an under-construction property could be a smart move, as these generally cost less than ready-to-move-in properties.

Ask rediffGURU and PF expert Nitin Narkhede your mutual fund and personal finance-related questions.

Not all gravies for palak paneer need to be packed with onions, tomatoes. Try a methi-flavoured milky gravy.

Hankering for an asli burger? Go for it!

Spice up your home menus preparing a creamy prawn curry and Bengali-style potatoes.

An age-old recipe for a savoury dish from Himachal Pradesh.

Stir-fried yam is a treat.

Nuts, whiskey, dark chocolate, milk chocolate, cream... Can anything be more wicked?

The malai of a coconut is a unusually good addition to sama millet kheer

Who knew Egg \+ Coffee would make such a stunning pairing!

Not all gravies for palak paneer need to be packed with onions, tomatoes. Try a methi-flavoured milky gravy.

Hankering for an asli burger? Go for it!

Spice up your home menus preparing a creamy prawn curry and Bengali-style potatoes.

An age-old recipe for a savoury dish from Himachal Pradesh.

Stir-fried yam is a treat.

Nuts, whiskey, dark chocolate, milk chocolate, cream... Can anything be more wicked?

The malai of a coconut is a unusually good addition to sama millet kheer

Who knew Egg \+ Coffee would make such a stunning pairing!

On the night of July 5, the Tigers launched their first kamikaze operation. Miller took the wheels of the explosive-packed truck, smiled at everyone as he turned the ignition key and drove it slowly towards the Sri Lankan military camp. A few moments later all of Jaffna heard a thunderous explosion that brought the complex crashing down in clouds of dust. Miller had given birth to a deadly tactic that Prabhakaran would employ time and again with devastating consequences to Sri Lanka -- and India. A fascinating excerpt from M R Narayan Swamy's must read new book, The Rout Of Prabhakaran.

'He is convinced that this will help him in the next election.' 'But as we know, the best laid plans of mice and men can go awry.'

India and Canada have mutually beneficial political and economic linkages. The two countries should get together and find a solution. The expulsion war should, in the meantime, be a guarantee against any deterioration of the situation, asserts Ambassador T P Sreenivasan, the first Indian head of mission to be ever expelled by any country.

'The work of a film-maker is going out and making films.' 'And if you are in prison for 15 years, you can't make films.'

'Leave aside the negative fallouts of phraseology like 'urban Naxals' and 'terrorists', both the BJP and the Congress have to re-discover themselves in the context of the 2024 election results, including those of the upcoming ones for Maharashtra and Jharkhand,' observes N Sathiya Moorthy.

Every season, there's a hot colour that every celeb endorses and it seems that lately, it's white.

'It is for the first time that a film of mine will be released in theatres and Indian audiences will finally be able to buy tickets and experience it on a big screen, where cinema truly comes to life.'

The recently-concluded Lakme Fashion Week saw celebs at their stunning best on the ramp. Who's your favourite?

'Canada doesn't want to de-escalate and neither does India. There is war when one party wants it, but peace is won by both parties.'

'I want to ask the Congress only one question: What is more important than election management in politics?'

'People don't know about the immense pressures that come with this position -- every decision a judge takes affects real people and their lives.' 'This is not a job that one can take lightly.' A

To govern effectively, to legislate successfully, Modi must reach out to the Opposition. As long as he does not and he is showing no signs that he accepts the reality, the drift his fans are anguishing over will remain, cautions Aakar Patel.

'Unlike in the sporting arena, where sports federations moved from partisan to impartial referees, in Indian democracy's biggest festival, it appears we are moving backward from unbiased and objective to one-sided and partisan,' observes Nilanjan Mukhopadhyay.

rediffGURU Anu Krishna, co-founder of Unfear Changemakers, offers expert advice about how you can take charge of your life and relationships.

Sharvari's dynamic presence showcased Designers Pankaj & Nidhi's commitment to creating wearable art that resonates with today's forward-thinking women.

It was amazing to see models who had different body types, and belonged to different age groups, on the Victoria's Secret runway.

'There is some deep rot that has set in the Congress party. This requires an organisational surgery.'

Will Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha, who gets his orders from New Delhi, call the shots or allow a democratically elected government to independently govern, questions Ramesh Menon.

What are the reasons why a girl's education falls by the wayside? Why was Safeena a casualty too? Maybe because the education system doesn't give youngsters enough options? Or there are societal issues or pressures?

F&O trading is a zero-sum game where one person's loss is another's gain. Only one per cent of traders gained the money lost by 93 per cent, warns Harsh Roongta.

Just as the atom and the byte needed careful societal control to prevent damage to society, perhaps, so does the gene, particularly in debates like 'genes vs merit', explains Ajit Balakrishnan.

'Ratan had the quality that JRD and Russi Mody had -- they could walk with kings and never lose the common touch.'

Namrata Thakker takes a closer look at her through her Instagram feed.

Citadel: Honey Bunny will stream from November 7 on Amazon Prime Video.

'I believe that in the BJP nobody can make anybody anything... I believe the media should analyse this after the end of my tenure!' 'My work is incomplete till I take the BJP to the four big states of West Bengal, Bihar, Uttar Pradesh and Tamil Nadu.' BJP President Amit Shah, as never before!

The second part of BJP president Amit Shah's interview to Sheela Bhatt/Rediff.com.

The third and final part of BJP president Amit Shah's interview to Sheela Bhatt/Rediff.com.

'Mainly, his strategy to win UP veered around spreading the message of Hindu identity, projecting Modi's leadership, encashing anti-incumbency against the Samajwadi Party and UPA governments in Lucknow and Delhi respectively.' Sheela Bhatt/Rediff.com provides exclusive insights into Amit Shah's strategy that gave Narendra Modi an awesome victory in Uttar Pradesh.

'The Congress will get exposed more and more. My case will not stand a judicial trial. I am confident that in any case against me, the charges will not be framed. All cases against me are baseless.' BJP leader Amit Shah, in an exclusive interview with Rediff.com's Sheela Bhatt.

'Like in cricket, M S Dhoni was the captain and Virat Kohli played under him.' 'Then Dhoni played under Kohli.' 'Now imagine, having a second switch.' 'That is the analogy here, and I find no other example in Indian politics, or even world politics.'

'Amit Shah's trajectory seems unstoppable; no wonder some say the day is not far off when he could be pitching for the top job, and that this is only the first step,' says Saisuresh Sivaswamy.

Neither Modi nor Shah had held legislative or executive power in Delhi before 2014. They have no training in appealing to the diversity of India as represented in Parliament. Their prism is the provincial politics of Gujarat. An exclusive excerpt from Vinay Sitapati's fascinating new book, Jugalbandi: The BJP Before Modi.

'I gave enough evidence and proof to punish corrupt officials.' 'But my own government has not filed any FIR against such officials.'

'I get enormous pleasure from seeing the uplift of an underprivileged or poor person.' 'I feel elated when I walk on the street and see someone who pushes a handcart talking on a cell phone.' A revealing glimpse from Peter Casey's The Story of Tata: 1968 to 2021.

'It is notable how humble he was and didn't want anything different just because he was a Tata.'

Rajesh Khanna: 'When I saw Namak Haram at a trial at Liberty cinema, I knew my time was up.' I told Hrishida, \"Here is the superstar of tomorrow\".'

Convert the Haryana result into a blessing in disguise; make the calamity into an opportunity. Maharashtra was always the big ticket game in town; MVA must win it. The Congress should shift headquarters to Mumbai for the entire month. Show urgency and a hunger to win, asserts Sanjay Jha.

Who knew Egg \+ Coffee would make such a stunning pairing!

Making a grand entrance in a stylish car, Kapoor embraced the role of a groom, with models accompanying him as his groomsmen, perfectly capturing the essence of the theme.

Kajol and Kriti Sanon get together to pack a punch in their new film, Do Patti.

Arun Maira who worked for 25 years with the Tata Group, remembers his early years with Ratan Tata.

'He had a lovely, lovely, sense of humour, very subdued and very, very subtle, but it was very, very, prominent.'

This was a man who like Buddha transformed himself into achieving the impossible and being an inspiration for many generations to come, says business thinker Mudit Jain.

'Every Haryana assembly seat has its own unique problems to earn victory for a political party and you as a politician need to know what are those issues and tackle it.'

Amitabh Bachchan: 'Success didn't affect me at all.' Rajesh Khanna: 'I felt next to God!'

Day Two of the FDCI X Lakme Fashion Week witnessed some crazy, out-of-the-box creations.

Sukanya Verma quizzes you to find out just how much you know about the movie legend who turns 70 on October 10.

The iCNG version of the Tata Nexon is quick, safe, eco-friendly, and it is affordable too, notes Rajesh Karkera/Rediff.com.

Ratan was extremely ethical in his dealings, which he brought to bear on the business house which he helmed, remembers Sailesh Kottary.

'I think some of us, like Mukesh Ambani, myself and those of us who head industrial units, ought to really focus on what we can really do to make the world a safer place, maybe 50 or 100 years from now.' 'For instance, how can we deal with climate change and global warming, right now?' 'The effects of it may not be felt now; in fact, we may pay a price for it today, but it will help the generations to follow.'

'What's sad today is that there are so many people who cannot find work, not because the country is devoid of that opportunity, but because we are not doing enough in the country.'

'Rekha and my wife were close friends, and my so-called cold war with Rekha was causing difficulties in my wife's friendship with her.' 'She patched us up for her own selfish reason.'

Passive consumption of social media content, like mindlessly scrolling through feeds without engaging with them, has been linked to increased envy and decreased life satisfaction, cautions Dr Maithili Tambe.

All her public appearances are marked by trademark glitter and glow, of which her opulent collection of Kanjivarams and Benarasis are Sukanya Verma's absolute favourite.

'She was lying there and I mustered up enough guts to lay next to her and hold her tight.' 'And she said, \"Oh my, Girish, isn't he supposed to be nervous?\"' 'Making light of the situation, Girish said, \"No, he's been practicing with a pillow the whole day\".'

This year is extra special for this kitsch brand as they celebrate their 15th anniversary.

'Congress leaders are ready to lose the election and not form the government, but are never ready to share seats with others.'

There is a limit to ignoring genuine aspirations of the people and suppressing their legitimate voice in running the affairs of the state, notes Mohammad Sayeed Malik, the distinguished commentator on Kashmir affairs.

'The war ended in 2009 and I believe the new generation of Tamils don't know what was going on there.' 'I felt it was my duty to tell our story.' 'Since 2009, it seems like we are sleeping.'

'Don't get stressed if you are not able to do your work.' 'If you feel you do not have the skill or capacity to do some work, accept it.'

'Whichever teams have the best players they get a chance to retain them.
'There is a lot of scope for new players to come in and get their maximum value, given how the auction is structured.'

The Elle India Fashion Awards 2024's red carpet - Rediff.com's Hitesh Harisinghani was there with his trusty camera -- saw celebs sashay in high-fashion outfits, especially in dramatic cascading satin gowns and sleek tuxedos.

Ever a picture of golden elegance and age defying splendour, her fashion evolution spanning over half a century is telling of her gift to stay gorgeous day in and day out.

Anjali quickly decided not to pursue her career in medicine. If she had worked in a government hospital, she would have had to do her fair share of nights and weekends in hospital, which would have been tough when Sachin was back in Bombay between tours. Had she worked in private practice as Dr Anjali Tendulkar, she reckoned she would be consulted for her name rather than her expertise. Anjali is an all-or nothing person and she couldn't have just dabbled in doctoring. Moreover, she wanted to devote herself to keeping her husband in the right frame of mind to play his best cricket. A fascinating excerpt from Annabel Mehta and Georgina Brown's book, My Passage to India.

There is a limit to ignoring genuine aspirations of the people and suppressing their legitimate voice in running the affairs of the state, notes Mohammad Sayeed Malik, the distinguished commentator on Kashmir affairs.

'...or go to jail.' 'The government is getting them silenced.'

Instead of harvesting the wrath against the BJP and using it to their advantage by opting for a collective form of leadership, the Congress decided once again to bestow their trust in the Hooda family who were given a free hand in the distribution of tickets. This turned out to be the biggest blunder and this faulty selection was the single over riding factor in the Congress defeat, explains Rashme Sehgal.

'Congress leaders are ready to lose the election and not form the government, but are never ready to share seats with others.'

'Every Haryana assembly seat has its own unique problems to earn victory for a political party and you as a politician need to know what are those issues and tackle it.'

Time travel in the land of the pharaohs.

Mithun Chakraborty started from scratch in bit roles and had no Godfather backing him. Yet, remarkably, his career now straddles six decades and he continues to win acclaim, observes Dinesh Raheja.

While we wait to see what she will do in the Bigg Boss house, we are pretty sure Eisha Singh will give us some cute style moments.

'These are the two core skill sets that are required for any job, in any profession.'

'Credit card debt comes with high interest cost and stringent penalties.' 'If you do not repay on time, the costs balloon.'

rediffGURU Dr Deepa Suvarna offers advice on how to protect your children from illnesses.

'It would be reasonable to assume that Modi 3.0 would be more focused on projects and schemes which do not require any legislative change or which have the support of its coalition partners,' asserts A K Bhattacharya.

'If you see another 1000-point correction, people may start panicking.'

The Kardashians serve as a blueprint for The Tribe's own journey, observes Shristi Sahoo.

'At one time, I felt being a mother was the ultimate experience, a woman was not complete without it.' 'Now I feel it's not the be all and end all. Motherhood is a part of a jigsaw puzzle; life is the real big picture.'

'Maggie was very reserved and private. Nobody would dare to ask Maggie personal questions.' 'She was not that kind of person. She didn't share and would not want you to share either!'

'A person is supposed to do 40 to 42 hours of work a week.' 'If a person is working more that, it is exploitation.' 'And it is because of this exploitation that employees experience stress which affects their mental health.' 'Sometimes it even leads to ending their lives. It is very unfortunate.'

'Israel is counting on the United States to enter the fray on their behalf and perform destructive strikes against these targets that are beyond Israel's conventional capabilities.' 'They may well get their way if they start a war, because the United States is still committed to Israel's security, and it won't matter whether it is Trump or Harris in the White House.'

Vimla Patil always stressed the importance of proving wrong the perception that women were women's worst enemies. And it iss a lesson I carried forward with me all through my career, learning empathy, understanding and ways to help as I went along. Sathya Saran, who succeeded Mrs Patil as Femina's editor, pays homage to the well-known journalist who passed into the ages on September 29, 2024.

Shigeru Ishiba is expected to prioritise strengthening Japan's military capabilities and fostering deeper international partnerships, particularly with India, with whom Japan shares significant strategic interests, explains Dr Rajaram Panda.

The National Security Strategy document should flag all major issues concerning security strategy and provide guidelines to concerned departments to work out suitable action plans. Since the global and regional geopolitical canvas is dynamic, the NSS document should be deliberated at length before formulation and should be reviewed periodically, recommends Commodore Venugopal Menon (retd).

After both grandfathers, father and uncle, Lieutenant Tanishka Damodaran is the first girl from the family to join the Indian Army. She will join her first posting in Kashmir soon and hopes to follows her family tradition of joining the Paras.

Sukanya Verma recommends watching CTRL on a computer for an eerie, immersive, real-time experience.

One has to accept the reality, that to exist in society one can't live, like an island, observes Aarti David.

We do what the boss wants us to. And we do not mind putting body and soul on the line, notes Suveen Sinha.

Jobs requiring AI skills carry a significant wage premium, with some roles offering up to a 25 per cent increase in wages, notes Manoj Nagpal, vice president, professional services, OpenText, an information management company.

If you don't make the necessary adjustments after October 1, 2024, you'll stop earning interest on accounts that aren't in compliance rediffGURU Milind Vadjikar

rediffGURU Samkit Maniar answers readers' personal income tax queries.

'Choose an equity allocation that will allow you to remain invested even if the market falls by 50 to 60 per cent.'

After a wait of 20 years, Pinki Haryan is a qualified doctor raring to serve the destitute and give them a better life.

'My trajectory right now is five steps forward, two steps backwards.'

Anjali quickly decided not to pursue her career in medicine. If she had worked in a government hospital, she would have had to do her fair share of nights and weekends in hospital, which would have been tough when Sachin was back in Bombay between tours. Had she worked in private practice as Dr Anjali Tendulkar, she reckoned she would be consulted for her name rather than her expertise. Anjali is an all-or nothing person and she couldn't have just dabbled in doctoring. Moreover, she wanted to devote herself to keeping her husband in the right frame of mind to play his best cricket. A fascinating excerpt from Annabel Mehta and Georgina Brown's book, My Passage to India.

We do what the boss wants us to. And we do not mind putting body and soul on the line, notes Suveen Sinha.

Jobs requiring AI skills carry a significant wage premium, with some roles offering up to a 25 per cent increase in wages, notes Manoj Nagpal, vice president, professional services, OpenText, an information management company.

If you don't make the necessary adjustments after October 1, 2024, you'll stop earning interest on accounts that aren't in compliance rediffGURU Milind Vadjikar

rediffGURU Samkit Maniar answers readers' personal income tax queries.

'Choose an equity allocation that will allow you to remain invested even if the market falls by 50 to 60 per cent.'

After a wait of 20 years, Pinki Haryan is a qualified doctor raring to serve the destitute and give them a better life.

'My trajectory right now is five steps forward, two steps backwards.'

Anjali quickly decided not to pursue her career in medicine. If she had worked in a government hospital, she would have had to do her fair share of nights and weekends in hospital, which would have been tough when Sachin was back in Bombay between tours. Had she worked in private practice as Dr Anjali Tendulkar, she reckoned she would be consulted for her name rather than her expertise. Anjali is an all-or nothing person and she couldn't have just dabbled in doctoring. Moreover, she wanted to devote herself to keeping her husband in the right frame of mind to play his best cricket. A fascinating excerpt from Annabel Mehta and Georgina Brown's book, My Passage to India.

This isn't a compilation of his best films, biggest blockbusters or important milestones but moments that swept Sukanya Verma off the floor, blew her heart into smithereens, regaled her with their sheer silliness, made her laugh till her sides hurt and look at phenke hue paise in disdain.

Sukanya Verma gives a toast to the man, the movies and the many, many, MANY memories he's made on big screen through 80 Amitabh Bachchan moments.

Sukanya Verma toasts the man, the movies and the many, many, MANY memories he's made on big screen through 80 Amitabh Bachchan moments.

Sukanya Verma applauds the man, the movies and the many, many, MANY memories he's created on big screen through 80 Amitabh Bachchan moments.

An A-Z of Bachchanalia, the letters expanding into unforgettable bits of his filmography.

Happy birthday, Mr Bachchan!

On Amitabh Bachchan's 71st birthday, we bring you the unseen pictures of the legendary actor from his life.

Happy birthday, Mr Bachchan!

Happy 64th, Rekha!

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On the eve of her entry into the Rajya Sabha, Malavika Sangghvi sizes up the Congress's weapon of mass seduction.

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In this special series, we re-visit great Hindi film classics. Today, we look back at Rekha, Farooque Shaikh and Naseeruddin Shah's 1981 film Umrao Jaan.

We flip through our archives and pick some of the best Rekha images through the years.

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'Yes, seriously. This was the time she was going through a bad phase; her personal life was a mess after her alleged affair with Amitabh Bachchan ended and her career was going nowhere.'

Determined not to be arm-twisted into delaying the execution, he decided to hold a late night hearing at his residence. In the pitch blackness of the night, the original verdict was upheld. The next morning, on 9 October 1992, General Vaidya's assassins were hanged until death.

'She could have sat down with the students and taken a list of their grievances including their allegations and suspicions.' 'Not all suspicions are true, but you have to listen, you have to let the steam come out.'

'Romance not in a physical manner maybe, but, you know, where you are just sharing dialogues and looking at each other and conversations are happening.'

'If Mithun Chakraborty can do it, so can anyone else. It is okay for the common man like me to have dreams. They do come true.'

Gandhiji asked me if I had sufficient warm clothes in view of the coming cold season. I said yes. But he verified my statement by asking Miraben to search my bag to make sure. Such was Gandhiji.

Triptii Dimri will wear a simple salwar kameez one day and a shimmering party dress the next and look equally good in both.

Aseem Chhabra's Top 10 Films/ Series from TIFF 2024 includes films that he watched for the first time in Toronto. The films were impressive due to their rigor, passion, unique storytelling style and sometimes exploring the vulnerable sides of big name stars.

'Not even in my wildest dreams did I think I would write a book one day.'

Tral, the former hotbed of terrorism, rocks to the music of democracy.

'We want to ensure that no government in J&K will be formed without our support.'

'Afzal Guru became a victim of Pakistan's conspiracy. He was used as a means, just like all other innocent Kashmiris.'

Every trick in the trade is being tried unabashedly.
In simple arithmetical terms every possible 'arrangement' is being made to deny a majority to its rivals. A split verdict would hand a vital advantage to the BJP which is adept at extracting the best out of such a situation, notes Mohammad Sayeed Malik, the distinguished commentator on Kashmir affairs.

At Srinagar's famed Lal Chowk, Rediff.com's Syed Firdaus Ashraf meets a computer engineer who drives an auto for a living and discovers that Kashmiris are more interested in finding jobs than discussing the assembly election.

'Article 370 is now dug 70 feet deep in the ground. It cannot come out.'

'The whole Kashmiri population is seemed to be a suspect community. This status is not good.'

'My son was not killed because he was a Hindu.'

'These are just to deflect from the leaked audio tapes of the chief minister which prove his culpability in the ethnic violence against the Kukis that has gripped the state for more than 17 months.'

'The core group from Pune, which bought arms, trained people, carried out intelligence gathering and participated in all the stages of the battle, consisted of RSS volunteers.' 'The Pune group raised resources with the help of three stalwarts from the film industry.' 'The stalwarts were Lata Mangeshkar, Mohammad Rafi and C Ramchandra.'

'If there is a push towards a Marxist oriented government it will be dangerous.' 'We have seen this in Nepal and Myanmar and it will be a concern for India if it is surrounded by countries with such political dispensations.'

And possibly in all of Asia, going by his reported fee of Rs 275 crore for Thalapathy 69, his coming movie.

Indian kiranas are agile enough to face the q-com challenge, but it's going to be a tough fight, notes Ambi Parameswaran.

rediffGURU Patrick DSouza trains students for competitive management entrance exams such as the Common Admission Test, the Xavier Aptitude Test, Common Management Admission Test and the Common Entrance Test.

While the exterior has undergone minor refinements, the real improvements lie within, notes Rajesh Karkera/Rediff.com.

'He has remained the leader of our course all through 40 years, not allowing his energy and enthusiasm to fade. And through all his achievements, he has remained grounded.' Air Commodore Nitin Sathe (retd) salutes his NDA coursemate Amar Preet Singh as he takes over as Chief of the Air Staff.

They realised that the Portuguese were better prepared to defend Daman than Dadra and Nagar Haveli. If reinforcements from Daman were to reach Silvassa, there was no chance of defeating the Portuguese. They decided that cutting Daman's communication lines would have to be their top priority before attacking Silvassa. A fascinating excerpt from Neelesh Kulkarni's new book, Uprising-The Liberation of Dadra and Nagar Haveli.

On Bhagat Singh's 117th birth anniversary, Utkarsh Mishra recounts fascinating incidents from the legend's life.

'They were ahead of their times. We don't expect this from a civilisation of the first century AD.'

'She is the gorgeous Lata, the love of my life.'

Whether it's Carrefour, Ford, or other foreign majors, they are ready to adjust their strategies and design their plans in a way that would address the Indian consumption story.

Briti Chatterjee sings Bangla folk songs on her handmade Dotara. This Durga Pujo, she is booked for 17 shows in pandals across Kolkata.

'Representing our country is a wonderful honour and a mighty task that we are all looking forward to.'

Inflencer and vlogger Shenaz Treasury chooses her favourite quiet spots.

They realised that the Portuguese were better prepared to defend Daman than Dadra and Nagar Haveli. If reinforcements from Daman were to reach Silvassa, there was no chance of defeating the Portuguese. They decided that cutting Daman's communication lines would have to be their top priority before attacking Silvassa. A fascinating excerpt from Neelesh Kulkarni's new book, Uprising-The Liberation of Dadra and Nagar Haveli.

On Bhagat Singh's 117th birth anniversary, Utkarsh Mishra recounts fascinating incidents from the legend's life.

'They were ahead of their times. We don't expect this from a civilisation of the first century AD.'

'She is the gorgeous Lata, the love of my life.'

Whether it's Carrefour, Ford, or other foreign majors, they are ready to adjust their strategies and design their plans in a way that would address the Indian consumption story.

Briti Chatterjee sings Bangla folk songs on her handmade Dotara. This Durga Pujo, she is booked for 17 shows in pandals across Kolkata.

'Representing our country is a wonderful honour and a mighty task that we are all looking forward to.'

Inflencer and vlogger Shenaz Treasury chooses her favourite quiet spots.

'My primary point was where is the Mamata Banerjee who jumps and reaches out, starts talking directly and starts solving over the heads of the bureaucracy.'

'Will President Dissanayake calibrate his foreign policy taking into account India's immediate security concerns? We need to watch.'

'When I asked whether they would choose a government job that offered Rs 30,000 a month or a private job that offered them Rs 3 lakh a month, without exception, everybody said, \"I would rather have the government job!\"'

Attention Deficit Disorder is a neurodevelopmental condition characterised by difficulties with attention, concentration and impulse control, explains Mehezabin Dordi, clinical psychologist at the Sir HN Reliance Foundation Hospital.

'I'm there in every frame of this film.' 'The film is named after the character that I play.' 'It's about a feeling like you are capable of shouldering a film entirely on your own, which is a belief that I may not have in myself always.'

How to discover beautiful destinations in true-blue filmi style (which simply means you look fabulous as you do so:))!

As Kolkata marches towards modernity, it is hard to imagine its streets without these cabs, notes Air Commodore Nitin Sathe (retd).

Discover our country through great Indian rail trips!

'My son was not killed because he was a Hindu.'

'Article 370 is now dug 70 feet deep in the ground. It cannot come out.'

In days of smart, networked technology and no shame over collateral damage, what will blow up next -- cars, mobile phones, TV sets, refrigerators? And where?, asks Shyam G Menon.

'The maximum struggle that I have gone through in this industry was to try to get a film made which had a female action star.' 'And that film never got made, despite reaching out to some of the biggest actresses.'

'I had told Fadnavisji that I will be with the party till the Lok Sabha election and I will give my 100 per cent to campaign for the BJP. But ultimately I will have to take this decision (to quit the BJP).' 'When I requested him to see this from the point of view of an elder brother, he could not say anything more after that.'

Kastha or flaky lijjat papad-accented parathas dipped in creamy black dal is a must have.

Who did you think was better at the L'Oreal show? Vote and let us know

Have you wondered how many days of work -- depending on your net monthly income -- you would have to put in to buy the top-end iPhone 16 Pro?

Anil Shastri, one of the late prime minister's six children, recounts memories of his father.

'He was a man concerned about the common man of India. Can these values return to this country?'

'Shastri told General Chaudhuri, 'I want to reach Lahore before they enter Kashmir'.' 'Today, many regard this initiative of Shastri as the first surgical strike.' A revealing excerpt from Dr Sandeep Shastri's Lal Bahadur Shastri: Politics And Beyond.

Kuldip Nayar, the veteran journalist and MP, worked closely with Prime Minister Lal Bahadur Shastri. He shares his memories of the Indo-Pak summit in Tashkent in January 1966 with Sheela Bhatt.

A gold wrist watch gifted to late prime minister Lal Bahadur Shastri by his Russian counterpart Alexei Kosygin has been stolen from his memorial in the national capital, police sources said on Wednesday.

We take a look at some archival photographs of the life and times of the man who made the biggest contribution in shaping India's future.

'Gandhi has not become out of date, we have.'

On the occasion of Gandhiji's birthday, Rediff.com presents an excerpt from the book that shows how Gandhi changed the face of cricket as it was played then.

'The abuse got so ugly and toxic that I became depressed and had to seek therapy.'

'His hopes and dreams for India reach higher and higher and are unstoppable, and his execution has been exemplary.' 'It inspires all of us to do more.'

Experts say you should be certain of living in a city and locality for a long time before purchasing a home.

Kriti Sanon, whose had a good run at the box office recently with films like Tere Baaton Mein Aisa Uljha Jiya and Crew, lives in a stunning duplex apartment in Andheri, northwest Mumbai, with her sister and parents.

Mongolia can take a lifetime to happen but rewards the intrepid traveller with enduring memories of a surreal, delightful land.

Stunning! Shreyovi Mehta, 10, is a runner up at the annual worldwide Wildlife Photographer of the Year contest.

Sukanya Verma lists 10 of our best ruling the roost of Hindi cinema right now.

'Kamala likes south Indian food.' 'She likes a special rasam which her husband also likes, she likes coconut rice, she likes puri aloo...'

'The Indian Open team was extremely well prepared and motivated to win the gold medal.' 'With two players in the world top 10 club, and four players with over 2,700 ELO points (GMs Arjun Erigaisi, D Gukesh, R Praggnanandhaa, all below 20) and Vidit Gujrathi and P Harikrishna, it was a solid team.'

For India to view the new Sri Lankan leadership only through the prism of the past or through their narrow view on China, is fraught with possibilities that should be avoided, asserts N Sathiya Moorthy.

'We have to keep a watch because India-Sri Lanka has a history that whenever there has been a change in government, either the connectivity projects have been questioned or cancelled or revived.'

'I went to jail and met my father to convince him to join politics and believe in the Constitution.'

Dr Karthiyayini Mahadevan tells you how to correct your diet and lifestyle so that you can fight/ recover from illnesses.

Alia gives us a peek into their lives on the season premiere episode of The Great Indian Kapil Show, on which she was a special guest, along with Karan Johar, to promote their upcoming film, Jigra.

The actor is uber stylish when it comes to what she wears.

Rhea Singha, the vibrant, confident 19-year-old Miss Universe, has been posting amazing fashion looks.

I was being slowly poisoned' 'I was bed-ridden for three months and was so weak.'

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'If I were to live a thousand years, I could not repay the gratitude I feel.' 'To receive love is the greatest thing.' 'What more in life could you wish for?'

Fascinating excerpts from Lata Mangeshkar... In Her Own Voice, the new book on the legendary singer who turns 80 on September 28.

'I came to hear you sing Ae Mere Watan Ke Logon. I am glad I have heard you sing.'

Rare glimpses from the Legend's Life.

Sukanya Verma celebrates The Legend's 25 distinctly different moods.

Sukanya Verma presents a playlist of 100 Lata Mangeshkar songs from different decades of Hindi films -- songs that make me sing, smile, sob and sigh.

I was being slowly poisoned' 'I was bed-ridden for three months and was so weak.'

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'If I were to live a thousand years, I could not repay the gratitude I feel.' 'To receive love is the greatest thing.' 'What more in life could you wish for?'

Fascinating excerpts from Lata Mangeshkar... In Her Own Voice, the new book on the legendary singer who turns 80 on September 28.

'I came to hear you sing Ae Mere Watan Ke Logon. I am glad I have heard you sing.'

Rare glimpses from the Legend's Life.

Sukanya Verma celebrates The Legend's 25 distinctly different moods.

Sukanya Verma presents a playlist of 100 Lata Mangeshkar songs from different decades of Hindi films -- songs that make me sing, smile, sob and sigh.

Profiling Dev Anand, one of Hindi cinema's towering personalities.

Yesteryear actresses Waheeda Rehman, Vyjayanthimala, Asha Parekh and Hema Malini remember Dev Anand.

'How do you stay so energised? So young?' 'Dev Anand flashed that familiar crooked grin and told me, \"The mind never grows old. It urges you to surge ahead\".'

'A simple boy from Gurdaspur, whom I caught glimpses of when he was sitting alone in his penthouse, reflecting on life and how far he had come.'

Varsha Bhosle salutes that effervescent icon of Indian cinema, Dev Anand.

At 85, Bollywood's eternal heart-throb exudes unbridled energy

A tribute to the legend's evergreen spirit through some of the most significant gems of his illustrious career.

100 years of Dev Anand and 10 scenes etched in our memory!

Profiling Dev Anand, one of Hindi cinema's towering personalities.

Yesteryear actresses Waheeda Rehman, Vyjayanthimala, Asha Parekh and Hema Malini remember Dev Anand.

'How do you stay so energised? So young?' 'Dev Anand flashed that familiar crooked grin and told me, \"The mind never grows old. It urges you to surge ahead\".'

'A simple boy from Gurdaspur, whom I caught glimpses of when he was sitting alone in his penthouse, reflecting on life and how far he had come.'

Varsha Bhosle salutes that effervescent icon of Indian cinema, Dev Anand.

At 85, Bollywood's eternal heart-throb exudes unbridled energy

A tribute to the legend's evergreen spirit through some of the most significant gems of his illustrious career.

100 years of Dev Anand and 10 scenes etched in our memory!

'The whole Kashmiri population is seemed to be a suspect community. This status is not good.'

From the time he first rose to prominence during the movement against the then UPA government, Arvind Kejriwal has regularly grabbed headlines for his surprise moves and decisions. Here are 10 such instances.

The Delhi battlefield may not be a cakewalk for the Rhodes Scholar.

The nature of war and its purpose remains unchanged. The change is in the character of war in terms of a man-machine mix, domination of sensors and certain automation of the tactics and methods of war, points out Colonel Anil A Athale (retd).

'People worship Krishna. People don't worship Ved Vyas, who wrote the Mahabharata.' 'It's a cultural thing because we don't see the heroes behind the screen, we see the heroes who are in front of the screen.'

Mehmood and R D Burman shiver, wail and flail when they encounter a stuffed tiger that wags its tail, furniture that moves on its own volition and dancing skeletons and mummies. Dinesh Raheja revisits a must-watch.

The Devara actor certainly knows how to have fun with fashion.

It is not your job to help her move on from a relationship that she chose to break. You don't owe your ex-partner your unconditional support, counsels rediffGURU Ravi Mittal.

'Who are Omar Abdullah and Mehbooba Mufti to issue certificates?'

In 2022 Nanaji Dembi pulled down the Hurriyat office board in Srinagar, an act of defiance that grabbed headlines. Despite such nationalistic bravado, the BJP has denied him a ticket for the assembly election.

By proposing the addition of six permanent members this year, it may appear that it was a major concession, but in actual fact, it will make no difference to the privilege of the permanent five as the new six will have no veto, ever! points out Ambassador T P Sreenivasan.

Times have changed, situations have changed, but the basic nature of superpower geo-politics remains the same and so also India's diplomacy -- call it non-alignment, strategic autonomy or neutrality; it all depends on the time scale, notes Rup Narayan Das.

rediffGURU Nidhi Gupta, a physiotherapist and the founder of the Merahki Holistic Wellness Company, answers your health-related queries.

Zander knows how to have fun with fashion.

Rehana Sultan was all set to be a path-breaker. The time was right. Hindi cinema had emerged from the 1960s musicals era. But somehow, leading film-makers of the time did not believe Rehana had that cachet. It was Zeenat Aman who ended up being the definitive taboo-trasher of the era. Dinesh Raheja salutes the trendsetter of the 1970s, Rehana Sultan.

Sukanya Verma lists 10 hot item numbers doing the rounds in recent times.

'Who are Omar Abdullah and Mehbooba Mufti to issue certificates?'

In 2022 Nanaji Dembi pulled down the Hurriyat office board in Srinagar, an act of defiance that grabbed headlines. Despite such nationalistic bravado, the BJP has denied him a ticket for the assembly election.

By proposing the addition of six permanent members this year, it may appear that it was a major concession, but in actual fact, it will make no difference to the privilege of the permanent five as the new six will have no veto, ever! points out Ambassador T P Sreenivasan.

Times have changed, situations have changed, but the basic nature of superpower geo-politics remains the same and so also India's diplomacy -- call it non-alignment, strategic autonomy or neutrality; it all depends on the time scale, notes Rup Narayan Das.

rediffGURU Nidhi Gupta, a physiotherapist and the founder of the Merahki Holistic Wellness Company, answers your health-related queries.

Zander knows how to have fun with fashion.

Rehana Sultan was all set to be a path-breaker. The time was right. Hindi cinema had emerged from the 1960s musicals era. But somehow, leading film-makers of the time did not believe Rehana had that cachet. It was Zeenat Aman who ended up being the definitive taboo-trasher of the era. Dinesh Raheja salutes the trendsetter of the 1970s, Rehana Sultan.

Sukanya Verma lists 10 hot item numbers doing the rounds in recent times.

Nothing is going to change in a hurry unless attitudes change and punishments are speedy and fair, notes Ramesh Menon.

The sequel to J P Dutta's Border has its fair share of controversy surrounding it.

After the blazing success of RRR two years ago, southern superstar Jr NTR returns to the silver screen with his new pan-India star vehicle, Devara.

'This story has been always there since my childhood because of missing people.' 'I remember a family member who disappeared and I kept wondering what happened to him.'

Kareena's sombre performance lingered on long after I had left the theatre, notes Sukanya Verma.

'How to hold people's attention is challenging.'

Janhvi Kapoor, who is gearing up for her big Telugu debut, Devara, co-starring Jr NTR, bought a stunning duplex apartment in the posh Bandra neighbourhood in northwest Mumbai in 2022.

'Mohanlal and Akshay are two actors who trust me implicitly.'

Nothing is going to change in a hurry unless attitudes change and punishments are speedy and fair, notes Ramesh Menon.

The sequel to J P Dutta's Border has its fair share of controversy surrounding it.

After the blazing success of RRR two years ago, southern superstar Jr NTR returns to the silver screen with his new pan-India star vehicle, Devara.

'This story has been always there since my childhood because of missing people.' 'I remember a family member who disappeared and I kept wondering what happened to him.'

Kareena's sombre performance lingered on long after I had left the theatre, notes Sukanya Verma.

'How to hold people's attention is challenging.'

Janhvi Kapoor, who is gearing up for her big Telugu debut, Devara, co-starring Jr NTR, bought a stunning duplex apartment in the posh Bandra neighbourhood in northwest Mumbai in 2022.

'Mohanlal and Akshay are two actors who trust me implicitly.'

At Srinagar's famed Lal Chowk, Rediff.com's Syed Firdaus Ashraf meets a computer engineer who drives an auto for a living and discovers that Kashmiris are more interested in finding jobs than discussing the assembly election.

Every trick in the trade is being tried unabashedly.
In simple arithmetical terms every possible 'arrangement' is being made to deny a majority to its rivals. A split verdict would hand a vital advantage to the BJP which is adept at extracting the best out of such a situation, notes Mohammad Sayeed Malik, the distinguished commentator on Kashmir affairs.

'Everyone is unhappy with the lieutenant governor's administration, which is ignorant, high-handed, and inaccessible.'

The avoidable stresses and strains in ties helped in one way. It showed for the entire region how a matured India handled diplomatic relations, especially with a smaller and suspicious neighbour, with practised dignity and patience, unruffled by provocations in word, deed and action, observes N Sathiya Moorthy.

'Modi knows the people here are opposed to this project, but he is using the might of government to push this port down our throats.'

'Here are 25 stories special to me for one reason too many,' says Sukanya Verma who scored 25 years writing about the movies last week.

Sukanya Verma quizzes you to find out just how much you know about the movies.

'There cannot be anyone like Air Marshal Keelor -- he was so difficult to emulate.' Air Commodore Nitin Sathe (retd) salutes War Hero Air Marshal Denzil Keelor PVSM, KC, AVSM, VrC who passed into the ages last month.

Switching to the UPS could be a game-changer for your retirement planning, especially if you value guaranteed benefits and higher government contributions, observes Ramalingam Kalirajan.

'Younger employees, who tend to have a higher risk appetite, will find NPS advantageous due to the potential gains from equity markets over time.'

Feature for feature, bank FDs are indeed better than debt funds today, mainly thanks to Ms Sitharaman, notes Debashis Basu.

'By investing in a basket of funds, FoFs can help minimise the impact of underperforming funds, thus reducing overall investment risk.'

Long-term tax-saving FDs can also be considered after the PPF limit has been exhausted.

Going back to the board, analysing mistakes and efficiently addressing them can help entrepreneurs establish successful start-ups in the long run, says Vikram Bhandari, the chief technology and innovation officer at Riveron, a business advisory firm.

rediffGURU Nayagam PP counsels students and aspiring professionals on how to pick the right courses and scale up in your career.

Bullied children could show a sudden reluctance to go to school. Pay attention to any changes in their social dynamics such as avoiding certain friends or becoming increasingly isolated, says Dr Maithili Tambe.

'We put the seed of BJP's ideology in Jammu, watered it, nurtured it for four decades and when it was time to reap the fruits of those efforts, the fruits are being sold out to the very same people who worked hard to uproot this tree.' 'Shockingly, our own people are letting this happen and nobody from Delhi bothers to even listen to us.'

'While some women allow themselves to be exploited so that they can climb up the ladder, there are many voiceless and silent people who get exploited by men in powerful positions.'

'Salman wanted to do the interview properly. That's why he was nervous, you know, that dad should be happy.'

In the event of the BJP's poor performance in the assembly polls this year and in early 2025, Modi's hold will get further weakened because he will no longer remain the invincible electoral persona tightly controlling the machine at his disposal, asserts Nilanjan Mukhopadhyay.

'The struggle of insurgents and pro-independence political activists is fuelled by a deep conviction that not only is a free Balochistan possible, but they also believe that Pakistan will inevitably break apart, leading to Balochistan's independence.'

'If you're a person who's not comfortable going out to parties for networking, don't do it.' 'It's not like you're getting a film at a party.'

This is what happens.

She's got drama, sass and is fabulously stylish like her on-screen character Bella.

You can e-mail your pictures to getahead@rediff.co.in (My Lord Ganesha Pix) with your name, location, details about your Lord Ganesha and what this festival means to you. We will publish the best entries right here on Rediff.com.

ou can e-mail your pictures to getahead@rediff.co.in (My Lord Ganesha Pix) with your name, location, details about your Lord Ganesha and what this festival means to you. We will publish the best entries right here on Rediff.com.

You can e-mail your pictures to getahead@rediff.co.in (My Lord Ganesha Pix) with your name, location, details about your Lord Ganesha and what this festival means to you. We will publish the best entries right here on Rediff.com.

You can e-mail your pictures to getahead@rediff.co.in (My Lord Ganesha Pix) with your name, location, details about your Lord Ganesha and what this festival means to you. We will publish the best entries right here on Rediff.com.

The Kumars, like everyone else in Mumbai, are celebrating Ganesh Utsav with dance, excitement, food and of course, prayer.

Film folk attended the Ganesh Chaturthi celebrations at Nita and Mukesh Ambani's residence, Antilia, in Mumbai.

Rediff.com's Hitesh Harisinghani joins the Patkar family as they say goodbye to Lord Ganesha.

Ganesh Puja in Alibag taluka is about simplicity and minimalism. It's about quiet devotion too.

'Ajit Doval said, \"They are threatening us now\".'

rediffGURU Dr Pananjay Tiwari lists the options and cost of pursuing an MBBS education outside of India.

'A campaign that goes beyond caste, creed and religion.' 'This is a campaign that aims to end hunger in society'

'That comparison, \"Oh look at Vicky, do you also see yourself being that successful in life?\"' 'Vicky has seen a lot and done a lot and he is where he is. I feel really happy about it.' 'But I have my own journey.'

Arthritis affects people of all ages, including those in their 20s and 30s, says Dr Prashant Kamble, consultant-orthopedics at the Sir HN Reliance Foundation Hospital, Mumbai.

She has been owning our hearts with her impressive personality and charm.

Call Me Bae is a spirited new addition in guilty pleasures for the fashion-loving, rom-com starved soul, applauds Sukanya Verma.

How wonderful it would be for all of us to watch the Oscar ceremony on March 2, 2025 and watch AWIAL win an Oscar, notes Aseem Chhabra.

'One person says let us move ahead, the other doesn't want to.'

On September 13, three nostalgic movies are up for re-release: Shah Rukh Khan's ageless romance with Preity Zinta Veer Zaara, Riteish Deshmukh and Genelia Deshmukh's first film together, Tujhe Meri Kasam and Soham Shah's horror film, Tumbbad.

Sukanya Verma quizzes you to find out just how much you know about the movies.

'Out of sight, out of mind happens.'

What better than celebrating the zestful star's 50th birthday with a fun gallery of her 50 distinctly moody, magical and madcap expressions from a career spanning over three decades?

Perfect occasion to list 30 real-life educators whose unique methods, unwavering dedication or scholarly persona impressed us.

Ananya Pandey's snazzy, selfie-ready style in Call Me Bae is the first thing to have caught our eye about her ultra glamorous debut on OTT this week.

It's that time of the year again when Ganesh Chaturthi festivities brighten every corner of town and prayers, prasad and pretty clothes are on every faith and fashion enthusiast's mind.

'One person says let us move ahead, the other doesn't want to.'

On September 13, three nostalgic movies are up for re-release: Shah Rukh Khan's ageless romance with Preity Zinta Veer Zaara, Riteish Deshmukh and Genelia Deshmukh's first film together, Tujhe Meri Kasam and Soham Shah's horror film, Tumbbad.

Sukanya Verma quizzes you to find out just how much you know about the movies.

'Out of sight, out of mind happens.'

What better than celebrating the zestful star's 50th birthday with a fun gallery of her 50 distinctly moody, magical and madcap expressions from a career spanning over three decades?

Perfect occasion to list 30 real-life educators whose unique methods, unwavering dedication or scholarly persona impressed us.

Ananya Pandey's snazzy, selfie-ready style in Call Me Bae is the first thing to have caught our eye about her ultra glamorous debut on OTT this week.

It's that time of the year again when Ganesh Chaturthi festivities brighten every corner of town and prayers, prasad and pretty clothes are on every faith and fashion enthusiast's mind.

'We are not secessionists, we want to coexist with our countrymen but not on the terms that will strip us off our dignity and a right to peaceful existence.'

'Violence is the human abuse of power and rape is one of its worst manifestations.' 'Especially, the R G Kar kind, which allegedly involves not just brutal rape and murder but also destruction of evidence, complicity of authorities, suppression of protests, people willing to defend the indefensible and a shameful persistence of all involved to hold on to their seats of power,' asserts Vice Admiral Biswajit Dasgupta (retd).

I am happy I didn't knock anyone down, driving recklessly or trying to show off. However, in one instance of road rage (the consequence of arguing with a driver who disrespected my right to cross the road peacefully) I did find a man in a SUV taking his anger out on me by driving his vehicle over my feet, recalls Shyam G Menon.

'At the age of 25, there are still no work offers coming your way, so how do you move ahead in life?'

Quiet hiring allows employees to expand their skill sets, making them more versatile and valuable to the organisation, says Sonica Aron, founder of the HR consultancy firm, Marching Sheep.

Announced in January 2024, the BPGPA MBA is a blended (hybrid) programme that combines on-campus, in-person sessions and live interactive online sessions.

From Kriti Sanon to Malaika Arora, Namrata Thakker looks at actresses who rocked in the fashion department.

Shobhaa De pays tribute to another legend who passed into the ages on August 23, publisher, producer and entrepreneur Nari Hira.

Systematic Withdrawal Plan, or SWP, can help you achieve your financial goals. Ramalingam Kalirajan's step-by-step guide on how to effectively use an SWP.

'If the government sincerely addressed the issue of missing persons, it would alleviate 80% of the grievances in Balochistan.' 'No matter how many development projects Islamabad announces for the region, the people will remain upset as long as their loved ones are missing.'

The PDP looks a distant third in the race, observes Mohammed Sayeed Malik, the distinguished commentator on Kashmir politics.

With the fight now having been taken to the seizure of nuclear plants, it is one more warning to Europe that this prolonged war could end up with disastrous consequences, observes Rashme Sehgal

Yoga expert R Pushpa, founder of Radiant Yogavibes suggests five simple exercises for senior citizens.

With Ganesh Chaturthi just around the corner, it's time for the shringaar that will make you an Insta star.

Blending the magic of the Kanjeevaram as a sculpted corset, worn with a Banarasi sari, the effect is both contemporary and exquisite.

'All through the making of Dil Daulat Aur Duniya, Rajesh Khanna never acknowledged me.' 'Dev Anand couldn't carry off a dhoti in Insaaniyat. He told me that he would never wear one again.' 'Shammi Kapoor and I began on an icy note during Raajkumar, but once the cold vibes thawed, we became the best of buddies.'

Though 15 years have passed since the World Trade Centre bombing, the mystery of the circumstances surrounding Dr Sneha Ann Philip's death has not been unravelled and might remain that way forever. Yet her memory lives on in other ways.

He died when his plane crashed into the North Tower of the World Trade Center that fateful morning; she decided that a world without him was not worth living in.

Jyoti Vyas was seven months pregnant when two planes flew into the Twin Towers on September 11, 2001. She ran down 77 flights of stairs and 15 years later, she remembers how she survived the tragedy almost unscathed.

'If only she arrived at the station 60 seconds later, she would have missed her train, and thereby missed her death.'

Neil G Shastri's family has found solace in founding a trust in his name. Arthur J Pais reports.

The United States National Archives has released never-before-seen photographs taken in the White House the day terrorists flew planes into the World Trade Centre that show how Dick Cheney and George Bush reacted as the horror unfolded.

Previously unseen photographs of then-US President George W. Bush during 9/11 have been released.

Here are a few of the photos that best tell the story of that terrible day.

'India was in no position to wage another war in 1965, having suffered a morale-shattering defeat in 1962. The three services were in the middle of a modernisation and expansion phase and therefore not fully trained or battle-ready.'

The 1965 war teaches us that war by escalation is a real possibility. Despite clear threats, Pakistan never believed that India will ever cross the international border. In the age of nuclear deterrence, this failure to deter Pakistan is the central lesson of 1965, says Colonel Anil Athale (retd).

Why did Pakistan sign a cease-fire without acquiring Kashmir, which was the sole purpose of the 1965 War, asks Ahmad Faruqui.

Claude Arpi reveals how Wing Commander Jag Mohan Nath won a second Maha Vir Chakra in the 1965 War.

'Shastri told General Chaudhuri, 'I want to reach Lahore before they enter Kashmir'.' 'Today, many regard this initiative of Shastri as the first surgical strike.' A revealing excerpt from Dr Sandeep Shastri's Lal Bahadur Shastri: Politics And Beyond.

'We were firing at Patton tanks that were moving towards India.' 'Fighter aircraft are the biggest menace for tanks because they come at great speed, attack from a height and their rockets are lethal.' 'The Hunter travels at 400, 420 knots. One knot is 1.6 times a km, so it was at a speed of 700, 800 km/hr.' 'You come at great speed and when you see the tanks, you pull up because attacks are always done in a dive.' 'You go up to 3,000 to 4,000 feet and then dive on to the target and let off your rockets...'

An old fighter pilot remembers the best days of his life.

Lieutenant General Harbakhsh Singh, GOC, Western Command, disobeyed the then army chief and took on a superior Pakistani armoured column. The Indian Centurion tanks outgunned the more modern Pakistani Patton tanks in the battle at Khem Karan, that proved the turning point of the 1965 War. Brigadier Gurmeet Kanwal (retd) salutes the Soldiers' General.

'Both Abdul Hamid and the enemy tank place each other in their sights and shoot. Both shells hit their targets. There is a loud blast, fire and smoke.' 'Hamid doesn't get time to jump off. A deafening blast follows and then there is complete silence.' 'Abdul Hamid is dead. He has destroyed a total of seven enemy tanks, many more than what an armoured formation could take on.'

'News is rife that Pakistan will attack the next day. They have no idea that this is where they will take on the might of 1 Armoured Division of Pakistan in a three-day bloody battle that will be remembered in military history as the Battle of Asal Uttar.' Rachna Bisht Rawat salutes the brave men turned the tide of the '65 war.

In super-human acts of valour, Havildar Abdul Hamid personally knocked out five tanks over two days, effectively derailing the enemy offensive in the 1965 Indo-Pak War. 'Decades later, I realised not only how much the nation owed to this great son of India but also that my entire family was probably alive thanks to him,' says Vijay Dandapani.

'A man dies and it's over for him. But we're right here, it isn't over for us,' she says cryptically. She talks about the \"poverty\" in which she had to raise her sons and daughter, the responsibility of today's youth to its country and how war widows should cope with their loss.

Lieutenant Colonel Desmond Hayde was awarded the Mahavir Chakra, the second highest honour in battle, for winning an epic battle in Pakistan. In a brilliant and gruesome assault, what he and his men achieved that September 50 years ago had never been seen before.

Glimpses of the final days of the 1965 War, as seen from the diary then defence minister Y B Chavan maintained during the war.

'The Indian Air Force wanted to fight. My squadron leaders and flight lieutenants, all of us were eager to fight. Unless they are keen I can't have confidence.' Marshal of the Air Force, the legendary Arjan Singh, on the 1965 War.

In spite of being wounded in battle, Lieutenant Colonel A B Tarapore fought for six days before meeting a hero's death on the battlefield in the 1965 war. A legend in the Indian Army, he is the highest ranking officer to be awarded the Param Vir Chakra.

Welcome the Lord with his favourite dish.

Get ready for Ganeshotsav with this simple sweet made using dry fruits.

Welcome the festivities with these delicious delights.

Wow your guests with these delicious modak preparations.

The Elephant God simply loves these delicacies.

Show-stopping desserts to impress guests on Ganeshotsav.

Rediff reader Sheetal Alva shows us how to make Lord Ganesha's favourite sweet -- modak.

Welcome the God of wealth, prosperity, wisdom and knowledge with his favourite food -- sweets!

'Religion and extremism is going to be a big force, a very important force, in Bangladesh's politics.'

'Now it's for India to also make certain decisions. The sky's the limit. You've got to be strategic.'

'You're going to have your own journey and that can be very beautiful.' 'It can also be very terrifying because there is no precedence.'

Check out Aditya Tiwari's unique approach towards creating awareness about traffic rules.

Stories are legion about the Karatmeter's use at that time. Hundreds of people standing in queue for testing, customers breaking down after discovering the actual purity of their jewellery and then becoming irate about the jeweller who had gypped them, the local jewellery industry leaning heavily on the Tanishq franchisees to desist from using it, some jewellers even threatening violent action.

Sukanya Verma compares yesteryear stars and the contemporary ones at about approximately the same age and the results are glaring.

When AI is used to enhance operational efficiency, businesses can deliver the same product or service but with improved quality, faster, or even at a reduced cost

With her sharp features and mind-blowing wardrobe, she is way, way cool.

Tudu's free tuition classes are sought after. She has 45 students who come to her every day to study. Geetanjali Krishna meets the young teacher in one of India's poorest villages, winner of the Plan India Youth Champion Award.

Undeterred by the pandemic, Deep Narayan Nayak, a school teacher in a village in Bengal, changes countless lives for the better. Payal Singh Mohanka reports on this Extraordinary Indian.

A Ganesh Nadar shares the unforgettable lessons his teachers have taught him.

On this Teachers Day, I once again bow my head as I remember all the teachers who had taught me in school, college, military academy, army courses and so on. But Ms Shantha Potty Aunty, this one more head bow is specially for you, admirably says Colonel K Thammayya Udupa (retd).

IAF pilots and crew dodged low hanging clouds, mist covered hills, steep valleys and landed on broken landing grounds to rescue civilians in Wayanad. In one mission, they had to descend vertically to get close to the survivors. IAF flew over 80 missions, saving lives and giving hope. This is how they did it.

All You Want To Know About The 1999 Hijack.

'We are in a dilemma if the central government supports this ethnic violence and Biren Singh.'

Ila Arun on music, movies and threatre.

'When I started to step into the West in 2006, I believed India was not going to be the back end.' 'I understood that no film-maker wants to believe that they are outsourcing their creativity to a low-end place.' 'The application of technology in the hands of our Indian artistes is identical to any of our artists in the West.' 'Nobody in the world can say this shot was done in India and that in London.'

Namrata Thakker looks at how Ms Javed pulls off some of the most bizarre outfits with so much confidence.

Doesn't she look charming, elegant and very stylish?

A trip to any of these enchanting waterfalls guarantees a memorable vacation.

A toxic friend is always complaining, or finding fault and creating drama to prove that something that happened is your fault.

'...but subjecting our heritage to rigorous evidence-based understanding.'

'Rahul Gandhi is raising the issue of a caste census though his party has been doing injustice on this front from the 1950s.'

'Till my wife called me up one day and said, \"Hey, we need food on the table\".'

Had you invested Rs 10,000 each in JSW Steel, Titan Company and Bajaj Finance 20 years ago, when they were just penny stocks (trading below Rs 10), you would have become a millionaire by now.

'I was one of those children who didn't feel I had to adhere to instructions on how to behave.' 'That must have made things very awkward for my parents.'

'Garm Hava understands that the scorching, hate-filled, doubt-filled affair between Hindus and Muslims is our national love affair.' Sreehari Nair revisits M S Sathyu's classic film, featuring the incomparable Balraj Sahni at his finest in his final role.

The Thar ROXX is much larger and taller than the 3-door brute off-roader, The Mahindra Thar which was launched four years back on August 15. Rajesh Karkera/Rediff.com simply cannot stop raving about it.

'The odds were stacked against us.' 'Through it all, we were determined to overcome and prevail we did!' Wing Commander Shailesh Singh on the high-risk flying mission for which he was awarded the Shaurya Chakra.

They do not make leaders like him anymore, says former Savvy editor Usha Radhakrishnan, paying tribute to publishing pioneer Nari Hira who passed into the ages on Friday. August 23, 2024..

In retrospect, it appeared that the bitterness of the war was still strong and the Ukrainian success in occupying Russian territory just a few days ago had added to the complexity of the situation. The positive US response to the visit, however, remains a silver lining in the dark clouds, notes Ambassador T P Sreenivasan.

Angry Young Men misses some important elements of the Salim-Javed story including an understanding of the duo's creative process. In fact, the two men do not even appear together in the same space in the series.

'I am 7 feet and 7 inches tall.'

Staying fit during this season can be a task but Namrata Thakker compiles these celebrity images to give you all the #MondayMotivation you need to sweat it out and stay fit.

'If people think that films that are happy or light, or comedy or romance are not substantial, that's not true.' 'I was really happy when this award was given for Thiruchitrambalam because it highlights that.'

Religion and economic barriers continue to define love in modern India, discovers Preshth Bhardwaj.