'It is this new brand of nationalism, where the saffron has elbowed out the other shades in our Tiranga, that will go before the electorate later this year.' 'And it is this new nationalism that will power Modi back into office with 300-plus seats when elections are held,' says Saisuresh Sivaswamy.
It's that time of the year when everything looks greener and prettier.
Rediff readers share their best travel memories.
A forest safari is the best way to observe animals in their natural habitat.
There's never a bad time to visit Japan.
Ranbir's daku aspirations, Alia's magical transformation, Aishwarya's mommy love and more in Sukanya Verma's Super Filmi Week.
Cricket Australia still in the dark over Australia vs India day-night Test
Exploring the country like never before.
From Bali to Bhutan, we'll tell you the places to head to!
Rediff readers share interesting photographs from their travels.
Rediff readers share photographs from their travels to the desert state.
Tensions remain high across Sri Lanka after the violence broke out following the death of a man from the mainly Buddhist Sinhalese majority last week.
Are you looking for inspiration for your wedding photography? Here are the winning photos from this year's International Wedding Photography of the Year image competition. The International Wedding Photographer of the Year competition was created this year to promote and celebrate the art of wedding photography from all around the world. One of the unique rules for this competition was that the photographer had to take the image during an actual wedding day. Below are some of the beautiful images from the competition.
Violence erupted on Monday following which police imposed curfew in the Theldeniya area.
No one will outshine the Oscars stage this year.
He is the showman of Hollywood.
Just what do actors *do* the whole day?
They are charming the Internet with their cuteness.
Here's what happened next...
The City of Love has become a scenic winter wonderland after seven inches of snow fell in Paris. Iconic landmarks such as the Notre Dame and the Eiffel Tower are blanketed in snow, making the city look even lovelier than it was (if that's even possible). Here's a glimpse of Paris right now.
Congratulations, Gautam and Pankhuri!
For a while it looked like Twinkle may have nearly disappeared from the public eye until the world discovered her flair to notice wit and wisdom in everyday life. It wasn't long before she had authored two bestsellers and was hailed as one of the most, candid, humorous, stylish celebrities to emerge from the heart of Bollywood.
Rediff readers share the winter secrets of the Himalayan state.
However, ECB chief executive Tom Harrison put the cold water on the prospect, saying that it was highly unlikely that a day-night Test would be there in the schedule when the Ashes series would return to England next year.
Presenting some stunning views of India's geography sent in by our readers.
Sukanya Verma glances at Virushka's photo album of loveliness.
Ajinkya Rahane will be aiming to get his mojo back as India, formidable even without regular skipper Virat Kohli, eye another 'Whitewash' against Sri Lanka in the three-match ODI series, starting on Sunday.
Cricket Australia are confident that India will agree to play a day-night Test match in Adelaide next year, chief executive James Sutherland said on Sunday.
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Guru Bhoopala's seven-day trek took him to the base camp of Jomolhari, a majestic 7,500 metre mountain, unclimbed and revered by the Bhutanese.
Breathtaking views of some of the world's most scenic landscapes have been showcased at this year's Epson International Pano Awards. In its eighth year, the event pays homage to the work of panoramic photographers worldwide and is the largest competition for panoramic photography. The competition was stiff with 5,377 entries from 1,322 photographers in 71 countries this year, battling it out for the top spots in five categories, for several special awards, and for some of the $50,000 in cash and prizes offered. The organisers were kind enough to share some of the winners and top scorers here.
Though a visual treat, the 10th instalment doesn't stand out in terms of gameplay.
A red carpet will be rolled out to facilitate Shyam Saran Negi to cast his vote in the Himachal assembly elections without any hassle.
A promising premise, except it's a poorly planned trip that goes nowhere and infuriates with its inadequacies.
Read on to find out if your favourite destination made it to the list!
You'll be surprised, but India is one of them!