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Uri attack: Pak denies involvement, India refuses to back off

Uri attack: Pak denies involvement, India refuses to back off

Rediff.com19 Sep 2016

With Islamabad rejecting New Delhi's claims that it was involved in the deadly attack in Uri, where 17 Army soldiers lost their lives, India on Monday asserted that it did not need Pakistan's clarifications, as their involvement in the terror strike was concrete.

In Mann ki Baat, PM Modi remembers Kargil heroes, forgets OROP

In Mann ki Baat, PM Modi remembers Kargil heroes, forgets OROP

Rediff.com26 Jul 2015

The PM hailed the armed forces in context of Kargil Vijay Divas and paid tributes to the fallen heroes.

TOP 20 Indian Movies of the Decade

TOP 20 Indian Movies of the Decade

Rediff.com2 Jan 2020

Sreehari Nair presents his Top 20 movies of the decade.

Buzz: Ganguly gets CA praise for 'ODI Super Series' idea

Buzz: Ganguly gets CA praise for 'ODI Super Series' idea

Rediff.com27 Dec 2019

Ganguly had said India will lock horns with England, Australia and one other top cricketing side in an annual ODI series starting 2021.

Lotus blooms in Rajini's hint of water politics

Lotus blooms in Rajini's hint of water politics

Rediff.com18 Feb 2019

Rajini's call may now force other political parties, including the DMK and the Congress, who are in alliance talks already, to come up with water proposals of their own in their poll manifesto. In a way, this may be a 'tactical victory' for Rajinikanth, says N Sathiya Moorthy.

Are masala movies dead?

Are masala movies dead?

Rediff.com28 May 2019

'What we have is 'masala redeemed' as opposed to just 'masala resurrected',' argues Sreehari Nair.

12 years after Parliament attack, has India learnt anything at all?

12 years after Parliament attack, has India learnt anything at all?

Rediff.com13 Dec 2013

The terror attack on Parliament 12 years ago, on this very day, had evoked nation-wide outrage and botched India's fragile ties with Pakistan further.

Post-ambush, focus shifts to North-East but for how long?

Post-ambush, focus shifts to North-East but for how long?

Rediff.com8 Jun 2015

The Centre should focus on achieving peace either through long-term ceasefire agreements or sustained military operations. Military operations which are just intermittent responses to particular incidents won't lead anywhere, says Devanik Saha.

Dissidence won't be brooked, says Uddhav; Joshi apologises

Dissidence won't be brooked, says Uddhav; Joshi apologises

Rediff.com29 Nov 2013

Showing that he was in full control of the party, Shiv Sena president Uddhav Thackeray on Friday said that dissidents were free to leave; while senior party leader Manohar Joshi, who had criticised his leadership style recently, apologised.

It's not about beef!

It's not about beef!

Rediff.com6 Jul 2017

'Beef-eating is the new media frenzy that is being orchestrated to wrongly implicate the BJP government and is reminiscent of the false anti-Christian acts highlighted by the media when the BJP first came to power in 1996,' says Vivek Gumaste.

Hollywood's hottest girls

Hollywood's hottest girls

Rediff.com2 Jun 2009

A look at some truly sizzling women who haven't even hit 25 yet.

'Pak Taliban chief Mehsud killed in drone strike'

'Pak Taliban chief Mehsud killed in drone strike'

Rediff.com1 Nov 2013

Pakistani Taliban chief Hakimullah Mehsud was among six militants killed in a US drone strike on Friday in the lawless North Waziristan tribal region.

6 growth mantras for FMCG start-ups

6 growth mantras for FMCG start-ups

Rediff.com15 Jul 2016

If an entire business is constructed on the platform of one brand ambassador, there is inherent risk of life-after.

Modi govt action against NGOs worries US

Modi govt action against NGOs worries US

Rediff.com6 May 2015

The United States on Wednesday expressed concern over punitive action taken by the National Democratic Alliance government against scores of non government organisation, asserting that a vibrant civil society was important for democratic traditions and that those who act peacefully to seek change are not anti-government.

PM Modi asks judiciary to avoid 'perception-driven' verdicts

PM Modi asks judiciary to avoid 'perception-driven' verdicts

Rediff.com5 Apr 2015

Advising judiciary to avoid "perception-driven" verdicts, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday said it should have an internal mechanism of "self-assessment" as judges are considered "divine" and seldom face any criticism unlike the political class.

26/11: SC to hear intercepted talks among Kasab, handlers

26/11: SC to hear intercepted talks among Kasab, handlers

Rediff.com22 Feb 2012

The intercepted conversation between the executors of 26/11 Mumbai terror attack and their Pakistani handlers during the carnage will be played in the Supreme Court on Thursday after the prosecution said it was an important evidence showing the strikes were "pre-planned".

Putin gets emotional as Modi strikes a personal chord

Putin gets emotional as Modi strikes a personal chord

Rediff.com1 Jun 2017

Putin said India will become a full-fledged member of the SCO in a week.

Interfaith marriages: Celebrating diversity

Interfaith marriages: Celebrating diversity

Rediff.com2 Jul 2007

Every relationship requires communication and trust. Nevertheless, interfaith marriages have a few more challenges to face than couples of the same faith.

Outlook magazine's founder editor Vinod Mehta dies

Outlook magazine's founder editor Vinod Mehta dies

Rediff.com8 Mar 2015

Veteran journalist and author Vinod Mehta passed away on Sundayafter a prolonged illness. He was 73.

'This anger is now too far gone to be easily reversed'

'This anger is now too far gone to be easily reversed'

Rediff.com29 Oct 2018

'The new generation of teenagers which has taken the forefront is largely an amorphous, leaderless mass.' 'It is extremely difficult to find a representative with whom to negotiate now, unless one turns to a militant leader.'

Vinod Khanna: An actor with a touch of sadness

Vinod Khanna: An actor with a touch of sadness

Rediff.com28 Apr 2017

Aseem Chhabra sensed an internal turmoil in Vinod Khanna, which sometimes showed the moody person on screen.

Konkona: 15 years ago, I didn't take acting seriously

Konkona: 15 years ago, I didn't take acting seriously

Rediff.com10 Jun 2019

'I have changed and matured.' 'There is still a certain kind of detachment but I have far more appreciation and gratitude.'

Dhoni blames new ball bowlers for India's loss

Dhoni blames new ball bowlers for India's loss

Rediff.com18 Jan 2015

Indian captain Mahendra Singh blamed his opening bowlers for the four-wicket loss against Australia in their cricket tri-series match in Melbourne.

How Shah Rukh beat Letterman at his game

How Shah Rukh beat Letterman at his game

Rediff.com30 Oct 2019

Shah Rukh Khan had David Letterman in his grip, giving him no quarter whatsoever, declares Sreehari Nair.

Bypolls won, AIADMK may pad up for local body polls

Bypolls won, AIADMK may pad up for local body polls

Rediff.com25 Oct 2019

But the question before the leadership will be whether to retain the BJP alliance or dump it, says N Sathiya Moorthy.

Bollywood's HOTTEST Kisses of 2014

Bollywood's HOTTEST Kisses of 2014

Rediff.com30 Dec 2014

The steamiest kisses of the year, up close.

Unbelievable: India's suicide rates are too high

Unbelievable: India's suicide rates are too high

Rediff.com7 Apr 2017

We have the highest suicide rate among 10 Southeast Asian countries.

What's the deal between Prabhas and Shraddha?

What's the deal between Prabhas and Shraddha?

Rediff.com7 Sep 2017

What is Bollywood up to?

Is BJP serious about Bharat Ratna for Savarkar?

Is BJP serious about Bharat Ratna for Savarkar?

Rediff.com21 Oct 2019

'If they were really serious (about conferring the Bharat Ratna on Savarkar) what were they doing for the last five years?' 'Why do they have to take so long?' 'Gandhi himself never got the Bharat Ratna so it does not really matter.'

If this is not anti-nationalism, what is?

If this is not anti-nationalism, what is?

Rediff.com16 Mar 2016

'We in the Anglicised middle class are unconcerned about the vast majority of Indians. We insist on only our concerns and anxieties being debated. All other Indians are irrelevant,' says Aakar Patel.

'I got recognition in Australia but couldn't live up to it the last time'

'I got recognition in Australia but couldn't live up to it the last time'

Rediff.com6 Dec 2014

Ahead of the four-Test series against Australia, pacer Ishant Sharma says it is vital to learn from whatever India did right on past tours, focus on that and keep doing the same.

Unmoved by Savita case, Irish docs firm on abortion rules

Unmoved by Savita case, Irish docs firm on abortion rules

Rediff.com6 Apr 2013

The Irish Medical Organisation has rejected a motion supporting the regulation of abortion -- when there is a real and substantial risk to the life of a pregnant woman -- as in the case of Indian dentist Savita Halappanavar who died as a result of a miscarriage. The motion was defeated by 42 votes to 32 at the IMO's annual conference in Killarney.

Truckers defer strike

Truckers defer strike

Rediff.com29 Mar 2013

Earlier, AIMTC had warned that 75 lakh trucks and 40 lakh buses will stop plying from April 1 if demands, including withdrawal of hike in diesel prices and rollback of hike in third party insurance premium, were not met.

Italian Foreign Minister resigns over marines' issue

Italian Foreign Minister resigns over marines' issue

Rediff.com26 Mar 2013

Italian Foreign Minister Giulio Terzi on Tuesday resigned following criticism of the government's decision to send back to India the two Italian marines accused of killing Indian fishermen.

'Sky Is Pink required big stars'

'Sky Is Pink required big stars'

Rediff.com10 Oct 2019

'There is never a safe choice in the movie business.' 'Everything is chance.'

Interview/A S Dulat, former RA&W chief

Interview/A S Dulat, former RA&W chief

Rediff.com17 Jan 2012

'Whether he wins or he doesn't win, one thing is for sure: Imran Khan is making an impact, especially with the youth in Pakistan,' former RA&W chief A S Dulat tells Sheela Bhatt.

Arafat's death remains a mystery

Arafat's death remains a mystery

Rediff.com9 Sep 2005

Amitabh Bachchan: The love of my fans keeps me going

Amitabh Bachchan: The love of my fans keeps me going

Rediff.com11 Oct 2014

As Amitabh Bachchan celebrates his 72nd birthday on October 11, he tells us what his biggest happiness is.

Sheena Bora trial: Peter has aged so many years

Sheena Bora trial: Peter has aged so many years

Rediff.com28 Sep 2019

The close-onto four years (since November 2015) Peter has spent in Arthur Road jail, central Mumbai, in judicial custody, have taken their toll, lending him a bit of a melancholy stoop, a laborious gait and a tired face, turning him prematurely into a much older man than his nearly 64 years. Vaihayasi Pande Daniel/Rediff.com reports from the Sheena Bora murder trial.

PM Modi addresses first Mann Ki Baat in 2016

PM Modi addresses first Mann Ki Baat in 2016

Rediff.com31 Jan 2016

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday said awareness about it should be spread across the country so that at least 50 per cent of the farmers join it within two years.