'Ratan Tata Always Displayed His Kindness'

'When the bombing happened in the Taj Mahal hotel in 2008, that was a very sad moment, but he really took care of the people, took care of everybody and that was when you saw some of his best......

How The US Helps India Counter The China Threat

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'......

Rediff's Wave Rider Retires!

After steering the Rediff mothership for close to 29 years, Ajit Balakrishnan, founder, chairman and CEO, did what few businessmen in this country do -- R-E-T-I-R-E. On August 2, 2024, we were......

Terrorism common threat, need decisive measures to counter it: BRICS leaders

Terming terrorism as a "common threat", BRICS leaders Wednesday vowed to take "decisive measures" to prevent and disrupt the spread of terrorist ideology, the misuse of modern technologies for......

'Markets Not In Panic Yet, But...'

'If you see another 1000-point correction, people may start panicking.' Illustration: Dominic Xavier/Rediff.com   Independent analyst and market expert Ambareesh Baliga cautions retail......

New Toll Data Collection Tool A Privacy Risk?

The implementation of this toll collection system, which will eventually eradicate toll booths, necessitates the fitting of an on-board unit (OBU) in every vehicle that can track a vehicle's......

'No question of bringing in an investor right now'

'We have got enough internal accruals, and we are able to do acquisitions on our own.' Photograph: Kind courtesy Metropolis Lab Metropolis Healthcare Executive Chairperson and Whole-time Director......

What Nirmalaji told India's taxmen

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Wednesday asked tax officers to use simple language in income tax communications so that notices do not instil fear in the minds of taxpayers. Photograph:......

'The Audience Can't Be Tricked'

'In the audience's mind there is no urgency to go see a film in the theatre.''If you pay for social media buzz it does not convert into bums on seats.' IMAGE: Madhavan as Vanraj Kashyap, Ajay......

The Genius Behind Bollywood's Beautiful Words

As a uniquely multi-hyphenated writer-director-lyricist-author, Gulzar has built a reputation across multiple spheres of film-making and literary creative endeavours.Dinesh Raheja salutes the......

The Real Reason Why Movies Are Flopping

The consistently heavy downpour of films, shows, events, videos and whatnot is causing economic disruption. IMAGE: Alaya F and Tiger Shroff's Bade Miya Chote Miyan is among the year's biggest......

When Karan Johar Yelled, 'Are You Mad?'

'When Bad Newz was given to me to direct, the first thing I did was go back to my childhood.''It's an ode to Hindi cinema.' IMAGE: Tripti Dimri and Vicky Kaushal in Bad Newz. Anand Tiwari broke......

Agni Chopra's dream run continues: Will he make it to the IPL?

Agni Chopra's dream: Playing Ranji Elite division after big start with Mizoram in Plate League IMAGE: Agni Dev Chopra debuted with a 166 against Sikkim at Nadiad, and from there on Agni has not......

I was not at my best: Rohit takes blame for disastrous series

Something like this will be a very low point of my career: Rohit Sharma IMAGE: India faced a humiliating 0-3 defeat at home for the first time ever. Photograph: BCCI India captain Rohit......

The World Cup That Cheers

In cricket, we have something that we can share with our families, neighbours and indeed, the whole country. It is colour-blind, language-neutral, truly secular and transcends all regions, from......

'He's probably saving the big score for the final'

'And for some reason, I don't want to jinx it, but I think there's a big one coming up.' IMAGE: Out of form Virat Kohli gets backing from Head Coach Rahul Dravid and captain Rohit Sharma.......

South Africa face test of nerves against Afghanistan in semis

IMAGE: South Africa have competed in seven World Cup semi-finals in both formats but have never reached a final. Photograph: Proteas Men/X South Africa's bid to lift a first major cricket trophy......