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BSF thwarts infiltration bid by thousands of Bangladeshis in Bengal

The Border Security Force averted an infiltration bid when thousands of residents from Bangladesh gathered along the Indo-Bangladesh border at Cooch Behar raising slogans and tried to enter the......

Kerala HC rejects Swapna's pre-arrest bail plea; 12-member SIT to probe case

The Kerala high court on Thursday dismissed the anticipatory bail plea moved by Swapna Suresh, a key accused in the sensational gold smuggling in the diplomatic bags case, and co-accused Sarith PS,......

Dilip Chitre: Portrait of an artist

Legendary Indian writer, critic, painter, and filmmaker Dilip Purushottam Chitre passed away on Thursday. We bring back to you an earlier interview with the rare multi-talented artist, who spoke......

'I'll keep trying to be an actor till I succeed. I will not go back'

In an Independence Day Special series, Rediff.com celebrates India through the lives of her people. Today: Lalit Satyarthi, an aspiring actor, who left his home in Agra to follow his lifelong dream......

'Because she was born on 26/11, I want her to grow up strong'

Goli is a special child, born in Mumbai's Cama hospital while the terrorists were raining bullets outside on 26/11. Six years later, Vaihayasi Pande Daniel/Rediff.com and N V Reuben/Rediff.com find......

The H-1B visa intrigue

Will the US Congress pass the bill to double minimum wages for H-1B visa holders? Will US President Donald Trump issue an executive order to restrict H-1B visas? Ayan Pramanik and Shivani Shinde......

What lies ahead for TCS, Infosys, HCL

After several quarters of scattered growth, a recent uptick in demand and strong deal flow are expected to lead all tier-I Indian information technology (IT) services companies to post robust......

What Cognizant's strong shows mean for Indian IT firms

While robust numbers, outlook reflect strong demand environment, the company may be gaining market share against competitions The consistently strong performance by Cognizant over the last several......

Watch out IT giants, Infy to get aggressive on pricing

Infosys has tried for a long while to maintain its prices and margins, even if this hits growth. This seems to be changing. In a recent analysts meet, many noted the management had finally turned......

How Indian IT firms can ensure sustained growth

India's leading information technology services providers, while scrambling to win new, large deals, may be losing out on the existing client base, according to analysts.Infosys and Wipro have seen......

'There's Very Little Comedy These Days'

'Earlier, the comedy track used to run parallel to the main story with songs et al.''Nowadays, it's just once one scene here and there.' IMAGE: Mehmood and Shubha Khote in Sasural. Shubha Khote......

'I Have Ideas For Two Sequels For Andaz Apna Apna'

'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......

What Makes Andaz Apna Apna Such Fun Even Today

Andaz Apna Apna is practically the most quoted film since Sholay, observes Sukanya Verma, as she celebrates 30 years of this cult classic movie. IMAGE: Shakti Kapoor, Aamir Khan and Salman Khan in......

'I Managed To Make Some Successful Films'

IMAGE: Gulshan Rai at the silver jubilee function of his first production, Johny Mera Naam with Dev Anand, Vijay Anand, Hema Malini and music composers Kalyanji-Anandji. Photograph: Kind courtesy......

The Best of Pankaj Udhas

A golden name in the world of ghazals and playback singing, Pankaj Udhas regaled listeners with his dulcet voice on silver screen and stage. Growing up in a family of zamindars and government......

'Never Thought He'd Go Away So Soon'

'Towards the end, his struggle with ill health robbed him of some of his energy and vitality.' IMAGE: Olympic medalist Vijender Singh walked as showstopper for Rohit Bal in 2008. Photograph: Kind......

'Chaplus Must Be Thrown Out'

'We used to give these boxers a hammering in the ring and now they are teaching youngsters how to defend. Come on man!' 'People like Akhil Kumar and Jitender Kumar were among the top boxers in the......

Vijender romps through World C'ship opener despite viral fever

Vijender Singh (75kg) turned in a solid showing despite being down with viral fever to beat Sweden's Hampus Henriksson in his opening bout at the World Championships in Almaty, Kazakhstan, on......

'Cops planted Vijender's car outside drug peddler's flat'

The drug scandal implicating Vijender Singh took a new twist on Tuesday with fellow-boxer and Asian Games silver medallist Dinesh Kumar claiming that the Punjab police planted the star pugilist's......

Coaches do not make athletes tough: Vijender

In his moments of anxiety during or ahead of major events, is it the coaches who help Vijender Singh lift himself mentally? "Not really," said the Olympic and World Championship bronze medallist......

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