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Review: Kuch Kuch Locha Hai's music is average

Review: Kuch Kuch Locha Hai's music is average

Rediff.com1 May 2015

Kuch Kuch Locha Hai music tapers down at the end but on the strength of its first few numbers, it manages to stay afloat.

Don't believe quake rumours on social media: Govt tells people

Don't believe quake rumours on social media: Govt tells people

Rediff.com27 Apr 2015

As the death toll in Nepal's devastating earthquake mounted, the Indian government on Monday urged people not to pay heed to rumours being spread on social media as members in Rajya Sabha asked government to prepare disaster management plan.

J-K: 200 stranded passengers rescued in Kupwara's frontier district

J-K: 200 stranded passengers rescued in Kupwara's frontier district

Rediff.com4 Mar 2014

Nearly 200 stranded passengers, including women and children, were rescued in a night-long operation in Jammu and Kashmir's frontier district of Kupwara, the police said on Tuesday.

50 Indian soldiers have died in Siachen in the last 3 years

50 Indian soldiers have died in Siachen in the last 3 years

Rediff.com25 Jul 2014

Fifty soldiers lost their lives in the Siachen Glacier due to climatic conditions and avalanches in the last three years while 16 soldiers died while serving in United Nations peacekeeping operations during that period, Lok Sabha was informed on Friday.

Sangh says job done, let's go home, but members disagree

Sangh says job done, let's go home, but members disagree

Rediff.com25 Jun 2014

Sources say even some senior pracharaks are in the race to bag top positions in the government.

World Cup chit-chat: Ronaldo fit for Portugal's Germany testWorld Cup chit-chat: Ronaldo fit for Portugal's Germany test

World Cup chit-chat: Ronaldo fit for Portugal's Germany testWorld Cup chit-chat: Ronaldo fit for Portugal's Germany test

Rediff.com16 Jun 2014

World Player of the Year, Portugal's Cristiano Ronaldo, said he had nothing more to prove in his career as he declared himself fit for Monday's World Cup Group G match against Germany.

Why Zakir Naik is dangerous

Why Zakir Naik is dangerous

Rediff.com18 Jul 2016

Zakir Naik, a gentle, rockstar televangelist, is dangerous as young Muslims may be swayed by his fundamentalist interpretations of Islam and justify victimhood and extremism, says Shekhar Gupta.

Female mountaineer from Arunachal scales new heights

Female mountaineer from Arunachal scales new heights

Rediff.com30 May 2014

Anshu Jamsenpa was felicitated by the Nepal government after she climbed three Himalayan peaks in six days. Anurag Kashyap reports.

Tale of two quakes: Horror @ Everest, tremors in Kolkata

Tale of two quakes: Horror @ Everest, tremors in Kolkata

Rediff.com12 May 2015

The strong temblor that shook Nepal and parts of northern and eastern India on Tuesday brought back chilling memories of the April 25 earthquake for 47-year-old mountaineer Lipika Biswas who was at the Everest Base Camp when it had hit the Himalayan country.

4 fresh tremors hit Nepal as toll crosses 8,000

4 fresh tremors hit Nepal as toll crosses 8,000

Rediff.com10 May 2015

Four fresh tremors on Sunday jolted Nepal, triggering panic among the people already battered by the devastating earthquake and over 150 aftershocks as the death toll crossed 8,000.

Why this is a good time to invest in stocks

Why this is a good time to invest in stocks

Rediff.com23 May 2014

Indian equities are poised for good years, so stay invested even through a few sharp corrections.

This village in Nepal has just 5 sacks of rice and some dal to survive

This village in Nepal has just 5 sacks of rice and some dal to survive

Rediff.com8 May 2015

With relief yet to reach them after 13 days since the devastating earthquake, villagers of Pikhel claim the government is unconcerned about their well-being since they belong to the Dalit community. Anusha Subramanian reports

Nepal quake: Don't rush to Everest just yet, warn experts

Nepal quake: Don't rush to Everest just yet, warn experts

Rediff.com4 May 2015

Perhaps it's these "fatal attractions" that have failed to deter mountaineers -- even for the time being, from continuing to dream of making it to Everest top, despite a slew of avalanches, triggered by the deadly April 25 Nepal temblor, which left 19 climbers, including sherpa mountain guides, dead and several more injured.

Amidst fresh aftershocks, three more pulled alive from rubble

Amidst fresh aftershocks, three more pulled alive from rubble

Rediff.com3 May 2015

Two men and a woman were on Sunday pulled out alive from under the rubble of their homes in Nepal

Survivor: 'I thought the summit was crashing; it all happened in 10 seconds'

Survivor: 'I thought the summit was crashing; it all happened in 10 seconds'

Rediff.com29 Apr 2015

For over two decades, Breeze Sharma dreamt of conquering the Everest. And when it did come true, he was staring at a life and death situation.

Quake in Nepal leaves trail of destruction, death toll mounts to 2,400

Quake in Nepal leaves trail of destruction, death toll mounts to 2,400

Rediff.com26 Apr 2015

Massive rescue and relief efforts were mounted by India and other neighbours in Nepal, as two powerful aftershocks today rattled the country, adding to the misery of Saturday's devastation in which the casualties soared to 2,400 people dead and over 6000 others injured.

Devastating 7.9 quake kills over 1,500 in Nepal

Devastating 7.9 quake kills over 1,500 in Nepal

Rediff.com25 Apr 2015

The earthquake with epicentre at Lamjung, around 80 kilometres northwest of Kathmandu, and had its impact inseveral cities in Bihar and West Bengal and eastern India. Anumber of aftershocks were felt for a long time after the quake.

South American soccer heads charged in latest FIFA probe

South American soccer heads charged in latest FIFA probe

Rediff.com4 Dec 2015

The United States Soccer Federation said in a statement on the new charges that its hosting of the 2016 Copa America Centenario tournament would go ahead as planned.

#StartUpIndia: 'One should have conviction in one's ideas'

#StartUpIndia: 'One should have conviction in one's ideas'

Rediff.com9 Feb 2016

'If you yourself don't believe in the product, you will never be able to sell it.' 'If you have got the basics right, if you have understood the consumer needs well, success will always follow.'

India has lost 900 soldiers at Siachen

India has lost 900 soldiers at Siachen

Rediff.com8 Feb 2016

'Their failure to take Siachen is an embarrassment to the Pakistan army -- and let them live with it. Our army's shoulders are broad enough to endure the challenge.'

Toll in worst-ever Everest accident rises to 13

Toll in worst-ever Everest accident rises to 13

Rediff.com19 Apr 2014

The death toll in the worst-ever mountaineering accident on Mount Everest on Saturday rose to 13 as rescuers dug out a body buried under piles of snow, a day after a massive avalanche struck the world's highest peak killing 12 Nepalese Sherpa guides.

13 Nepalese guides killed in worst-ever Everest accident

13 Nepalese guides killed in worst-ever Everest accident

Rediff.com18 Apr 2014

A massive avalanche on Friday struck Mount Everest killing at least 13 Nepalese Sherpa guides and injuring several others in the deadliest mountaineering accident on the world's highest peak.

Fresh snowfall shuts highway, disrupts traffic in Jammu & Kashmir

Fresh snowfall shuts highway, disrupts traffic in Jammu & Kashmir

Rediff.com2 Feb 2015

Snowfall brought cheer to many Kashmiris.

In a first, Ladakh civilians get bravery award from Army

In a first, Ladakh civilians get bravery award from Army

Rediff.com23 Jan 2014

For the first time, three civilians from Ladakh region, including a porter in Siachin, who saved two soldiers buried in an avalanche, have been honoured by Army with special award for their exemplary courage and devotion to duty.

Midnight raid: Pressure mounts on Kejriwal to act against Bharti

Midnight raid: Pressure mounts on Kejriwal to act against Bharti

Rediff.com22 Jan 2014

Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal on Wednesday faced mounting demands for the removal of controversial Law Minister Somnath Bharti after an African woman identified him as allegedly heading a group of assaulters in a mid-night raid.

'Nepal still new to the culture of safety among adventure companies'

'Nepal still new to the culture of safety among adventure companies'

Rediff.com3 Jul 2015

Ten-time Everest summiteer Tendi Sherpa tells Rediff.com contributor Anusha Subramanian why he cancelled his international climbing assignments to be with his community in the worst affected districts of earthquake hit Nepal.

Hughes tragedy overshadows eventful year in cricket

Hughes tragedy overshadows eventful year in cricket

Rediff.com29 Dec 2014

Phillip Hughes's tragic death cast a shadow over an eventful year that saw Ashes rivals Australia and England brawl on the field and bond off it, joining India to pull off a bloodless coup and take charge of the game.

RSS members want govt jobs as 'reward' for their hard work

RSS members want govt jobs as 'reward' for their hard work

Rediff.com25 Jun 2014

While most applicants seek positions in the personal staff of ministers, some want to be inducted into one committee of the government or other, G Sreedathan reports

How Indians can help the army along the border

How Indians can help the army along the border

Rediff.com9 Nov 2016

Sanjeev Nayar offers some ideas on how Indians can help in improving the lives of those living in border areas and in the process help the Indian Army.

India launches mammoth relief operation in Nepal

India launches mammoth relief operation in Nepal

Rediff.com26 Apr 2015

Stepping up relief and rescue operations in quake-hit Nepal, India on Sunday deployed over two dozen aircraft and choppers along with nearly 1000 trained personnel and said the situation in the Himalayan nation was "very, very serious".

This Indian Navyman ran the toughest marathon on earth

This Indian Navyman ran the toughest marathon on earth

Rediff.com18 Oct 2016

Not everyone completes the Badwater Marathon. Breeze Sharma did so, as the fastest Indian ever.

Indian treasure worth Rs 2 crore found on frozen French peak!

Indian treasure worth Rs 2 crore found on frozen French peak!

Rediff.com27 Sep 2013

A French climber recently found a box full of precious stones while trekking at Mont Blanc, the highest mountain range in Western Europe, with jewellery worth over Rs 2 crore.

Kashmir floods: 10 dead in landslide, Rs 235 cr sanctioned to meet situation

Kashmir floods: 10 dead in landslide, Rs 235 cr sanctioned to meet situation

Rediff.com30 Mar 2015

Jammu and Kashmir government today declared a flood situation in Kashmir Valley as Jhelum river crossed the danger mark in Srinagar following incessant rains.

IN PICS: Heavy snowfall shuts down Kashmir

IN PICS: Heavy snowfall shuts down Kashmir

Rediff.com18 Jan 2013

Kashmir valley received the season's heaviest snowfall on Friday, throwing life out of gear and severing its road and air links with rest of the country.

Why Free Basics is so contentious in India

Why Free Basics is so contentious in India

Rediff.com5 Jan 2016

The programme has triggered a huge debate in India.

Centre may consider heat wave as natural calamity

Centre may consider heat wave as natural calamity

Rediff.com17 Jul 2013

Taking note of large-scale deaths because of the heat wave in various parts of country, Prime Minister Manmohan Singh has asked a Group of Ministers to discuss and decide on its inclusion as natural calamity.

Stop procrastination. Start doing what you really want

Stop procrastination. Start doing what you really want

Rediff.com1 Oct 2015

Do tomorrow's work today, today's work now. If the moment is lost, when will you get to it?

Rescuers race against time, fear reigns in quake-hit Nepal

Rescuers race against time, fear reigns in quake-hit Nepal

Rediff.com26 Apr 2015

Racing against time, rescuers on Sunday waded through tonnes of rubble of flattened homes and buildings in Nepal to look for survivors of the earthquake.

Let us not give our Islamic neighbour a run for its money

Let us not give our Islamic neighbour a run for its money

Rediff.com7 Sep 2015

'In the 30 years since the Ayodhya movement began, the RSS has created a generation of Hindus who are the mirror image of those fanatic Muslims who take to the streets at the slightest, even imagined, 'insult to Islam,' argues Jyoti Punwani.

Degrowth and Gandhian inspiration

Degrowth and Gandhian inspiration

Rediff.com3 Oct 2012

Whether it is the avalanche of corruption or economic and environmental crises -- remembering Gandhi seems just too painful. That is because the ideals Gandhi represented and lived seem to recede further and further out of reach.