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October 11, 2008
Wish Amitabh a speedy recovery!
It's time once again for fans and well-wishers all over to wish our most beloved superstar Amitabh Bachchan a speedy recovery

October 10, 2008
Is your money in banks safe?
There are rumours that ICICI Bank is in trouble, with reports that people are rushing to withdraw their savings. The bank, and finance minister P Chidambaram, both attest ICICI is safe and all banks have enough liquidity. What is your money strategy in these troubled times?

October 07, 2008
How has the financial crisis affected you?
Even as the business world is reeling at the amount of money that has been lost, the real tragedy is being enacted in the homes, hearts and minds of the individual victims – the hundreds and thousands of people whose financial ability has been decimated, whose glowing future is suddenly unclear.

Beginning of the end for Fab Four?
Is Sourav Ganguly's retirement the beginning of the end for India's 'Fab Four'? If so, does India have the reserves to make up for their absence in the near future?

September 30, 2008
Who is the worst TV judge?
Tell us!

September 29, 2008
Where will you smoke from October 2?
Where will you smoke from October 2?

Your fave Mahendra Kapoor song?
Do write in!

September 26, 2008
The hottest dad in Bollywood?
Tell us!

September 24, 2008
Best children's film?
Tell us!

September 23, 2008
Who's the best action heroine in Bollywood?
Tell us!

September 22, 2008
<I>TZP</I>: India's best choice?
Have your say!

September 17, 2008
Hottest Bollywood debut so far?
Tell us!

September 08, 2008
Is it the end of the road for Sourav Ganguly?
Is it time for Ganguly to quit international cricket? Should 'Dada' keep fighting to make one more comeback? What do you think? Tell us.

August 29, 2008
Post your favourite recipes here!
We invite readers to swap recipes using our message board -- enjoy!

August 27, 2008
Should music be banned in cars?
Do you think listening to music in vehicles should be banned? Or should other cities too impose a similar ban? Tell us!

August 25, 2008
Have you been through a painful break-up?
We invite readers to share their experiences with relationships gone wrong.

August 20, 2008
Single agency should tackle terrorism: Kalam
Advocating a national campaign to eliminate terrorism from the country, former President APJ Abdul Kalam has suggested a single agency for gathering and dissemination of intelligence.

August 18, 2008
Your fave pin-up girl?
Tell us!

August 14, 2008
Deepika or Preity: Who makes a better face on TV?
Would you prefer to watch a younger woman entice you into buying something, like Deepika or Katrina? Or would you prefer the classic beauties like Preity, Ash and Rani? Tell us!

August 13, 2008
Sania-Sunitha crash out of Olympics doubles
A half-fit Sania Mirza and rookie Sunitha Rao tried every tricks in the book but still could not avert a defeat against top seeded Russian duo of Svetlana Kuznetsova and Dinara Safina in the second round of the women's doubles tennis event of the Beijing Olympics on Wednesday night.

Share your Raksha Bandhan mis-adventures!
Often close friendships might take an uncertain turn when a close pal decides to take your relationship to the next level -- the brother-sister level. How do you dela with the situation if you feel more romantically inclined?

August 11, 2008
Harassed by a courier company?
Share your tale of horror with other rediff readers.

Is SRK the most unpopular star in the industry?
Have your say!

August 05, 2008
Movies that you love watching over and over again?
Tell us!

August 04, 2008
The worst sequels ever?
Tell us!

July 30, 2008
Pay your tribute to Ishmeet Singh
The budding career of talented singer Ishmeet Singh was cut short when he died in a tragic accident in the Maldives on July 29.

July 25, 2008
Wish Somnath on his birthday!
Today, as the Speaker turns 79, show your appreciation for his principled stand in the face of adversity by wishing him on the occasion. Click here to send your wishes!

July 24, 2008
Who is the most kissable celeb?
Tell us!

July 23, 2008
Is Shah Rukh selfish?
SRK has been accused of spurning some of his closest friends, including Salman Khan.

Happy Birthday, Himesh!
We celebrate the singer-turned actor's birthday by asking readers to send it their favourite Himesh songs.

July 17, 2008
Guru Purnima: What did you learn from your guru?
The guru-shishya tradition has been an important part of our education system for centuries. What did you gain/learn from your guru-shishya relationship? We would like to know about it.

July 10, 2008
Do we treat our martyrs right?
Do we treat our martyrs right? Tell us!

July 08, 2008
Sourav Ganguly turns 36 today. Wish him on his birthday
Sourav Ganguly turns 36

July 07, 2008
Are you looking forward to Ekta's <I>Mahabharat</I>?
Have your say!

July 04, 2008
Tell us your Mumbai traffic horror story
If you are a Mumbai-ite, you must have your favourite traffic nightmare story

July 01, 2008
Share your rain experiences
If you have dared to venture out in this unfriendly weather, share your rain experiences with us. Tell us which parts of the city have been the worst hit.

June 27, 2008
Pay your tribute to Sam Manekshaw
Pay your tribute to Sam Manekshaw

June 26, 2008
Which 2008 movie are you looking forward to?
Tell us!

June 25, 2008
The worst date ever? Tell us!
While a lucky few meet that special someone on their first outing, others have to suffer through lack-lustre conversation only to end the night bored and worse, disillusioned. Tell us your dating disaster!

June 20, 2008
What do you think of Bill Gates? Tell us
We would like you to share with us your experience of working with or meeting him. We would also like you share with our readers any photograph that you may with him. You can also write in your views on Bill Gates to us.

June 19, 2008
Is Bill Gates the greatest entrepreneur ever?
Do you believe Gates' departure could change Microsoft forever? Would you say Gates is the greatest entrepreneur ever? Why? Tell us!

Are you a victim of office gossip?
We invite readers to discuss how they cope with gossip mongers in the workplace.

June 16, 2008
The best model-turned actresses?
Tell us!

Drunk driving: What's wrong with India's youth?
Cases of drunk-driving related injuries and deaths, mostly involving the youth, are on the rise. What can we do to prevent this serious problem? Tell us.

June 13, 2008
Wish your dad a Happy Father's Day
We invite readers to post messages, wishing their dads a very happy Father's Day.

June 12, 2008
High heels: Very sexy, even more unhealthy?
The next time you wear high heels to look taller, just give a second thought -- the fancy footwear could cause permanent damage to you, a new study has claimed.

June 10, 2008
Did the right films win?
What do you think? Did you agree with the choices? Tell us!

Your favourite Priyadarshan movie?
Have your say!

Was your college admission a nightmare or a breeze?
What was it like when you applied to college? Share your experience and advice.

June 09, 2008
What is your forecast for the markets?
Rising crude prices and weakening global markets on Monday pulled down the benchmark index below 15,000 mark with the market dipping over 700 points due to heavy selling.

June 06, 2008
Career vs Relationship: How do you balance it?
How do YOU juggle your career and personal life? Tell us!

June 05, 2008
Which film are you looking forward to?
This summer, infact the first half of this year has been quite dry with hardly any hits.

June 04, 2008
What's the lowest you ever paid for petrol?
The prices of petrol and diesel have been constantly rising, pushing up the price of every commodity. Today, petrol costs almost Rs 56 a litre and diesel Rs 40 per litre (in Mumbai), having been increased by Rs 5 and Rs 3, respectively, on Wednesday.

Will you vote for Sanjay Dutt?
Do you welcome Dutt's decision? Do you think our very own Munnabhai will bring a smile to our faces with his jaadoo ki jhappis?

'I was scammed by my cellphone service provider'
A Get Ahead reader complains about the unfair practices of his cellular service provider. We share his story and invite readers to discuss their experiences.

June 02, 2008
Has social networking ever landed you in hot water?
A British family's home has been trashed after their teenage daughter posted an open invitation to her birthday bash on social networking sites. We invite readers to share similar networking-related experiences with us.

May 27, 2008
Will <I>Sarkar Raj</I> mark RGV's return?
Now, with his latest film Sarkar Raj, starring Amitabh Bachchan, his son Abhishek and daughter-in-law Aishwarya Rai, nearing release, we can't help but think that this is the film that would either make or break Ram Gopal Varma's career.

May 23, 2008
How do you cope with a jealous lover?
A Mumbai youngster was brutally murdered by an actress and her possessive naval officer boyfriend. We invite readers to comment on jealousy and aggression in relationships.

May 21, 2008
Readerspeak: 'OBC? Rich? Welcome to IIM!'
We publish reader responses to last week's message board, asking readers to comment on the IIT-IIM fee hike.

May 20, 2008
Worst reality TV shows?
From Rakhi Sawant's antics to bickerings behind the scenes and sometimes right before your eyes, reality shows are here to stay. But more doesn't necessarily mean better. While we do not want to name names, you can. Which are the worst reality TV shows?

Worst Bollywood film ever?
Last year itself we've seen some really big doozies like No Smoking, Saawariya and Jhoom Barabar Jhoom, to mention a few. The question is which is your least favourite film?

May 19, 2008
Are you happy with your appraisal? Tell us
Are you happy with your appraisal this year? If you aren't satisfied with your increment, are you planning to ask your employer for more? Are you threatening to resign or have you already received an offer letter from your company's competitors? What's your next step post-appraisal?

May 16, 2008
Have you used social networking to better your career?
Have you used social networking sites to better your job prospects or know anyone who has? Tell us!

May 14, 2008
Wish Madhuri Dixit!
Madhuri Dixit, who has mesmerised viewers for years, will remain in our hearts even if she doesn't make a comeback to the movies any time soon. Today, the woman with the dazzling smile turns 41.

You have a bad credit history, so no loan for you
Did your bank ever reject your loan application because you were reported falsely for having bad credit history? Tell us.

May 13, 2008
'Social networking websites are for teens!'
We publish reader responses to a previous week's message board, asking whether social networking websites are only for youngsters.

May 12, 2008
IIM fee hike: Will it affect deserving Indians?
Will the fee hikes announced by India's six IIMs affect deserving students? Will you now put your IIM plans on hold?

May 09, 2008
Wish your mom a Happy Mother's Day!
We invite readers to post messages, wishing their moms a very happy Mother's Day!

May 06, 2008
Who's your most downloadable star?
Have your say!

May 02, 2008
Wish Bipasha Basu!
The actress turns 29 on May 5.

April 30, 2008
Does your NGO need volunteers?
Is your NGO looking for volunteers this summer? Post your requirement here!

Do you have a sneaky colleague? Tell us!
Have you ever dealt with a sneaky office colleague? Has he/ she ever gotten you or someone you know into trouble? Share your experience and advice.

April 29, 2008
Is social networking only for youngsters?
What would your reaction be to seeing an elderly family member on a social networking site? Tell us!

April 28, 2008
Premarital pregnancy: How do youngsters cope?
We invite readers to send in their experiences with regards to premarital pregnancy. Privacy is assured.

April 25, 2008
Price rise: Is the UPA govt to blame?
The BJP-led National Democratic Alliance on Thursday formed a human chain in Parliament complex to protest price rise while its leader L K Advani asked the government to quit and go for elections if it was unable to control inflation.

Are you looking for summer recruits?
Are you or your company on the look-out for summer recruits? Put up your job postings here!

April 23, 2008
Wish Tendulkar on his birthday
Sachin Tendulkar turns 35 on Thursday. Join rediff.com in greeting the Mumbai batsman on his birthday. May the year ahead be full of runs and success.

April 22, 2008
Readerspeak: 'What's better than best friends in love?'
We publish responses to last week's message board, asking readers whether marrying one's best friend is a good idea or not.

April 21, 2008
Are Indians the best decision makers?
Maruti Suzuki India has rejigged its management structure appointing five Indians in crucial decision-making positions.

April 18, 2008
Congratulate Ash, Abhishek!
Wish Ash and Abhishek on their first wedding anniversary.

'Beyond a point money can become a source of worry'
On April 7 we asked readers if money can buy happiness. our readers seem to have had differing opinions on the matter. Here's what they had to say.

April 16, 2008
What changes would you like in MS Windows?
Microsoft Windows has today become an inevitable part of our work life.

April 15, 2008
Should film stars run the Olympic torch relay?
According to IOA chief Suresh Kalmadi, the Olympics encourage people from all walks of life to carry the torch.

Is marrying your best friend a good idea?
It often happens that two close friends end up getting married. Do you think it's a good idea? We invite our readers to comment.

April 11, 2008
How are you coping with price rise?
All over, families are devising ways and means of beating inflation. From skipping fruits to cutting down on quantity to keeping some things off the family table, it's a tough call that's before us. How are you coping with price rise?

Price rise: Who is to be blamed?
Inflation has surged to over three-year high of 7.41 per cent due to rising prices of fruits and vegetables, pulses, cereals and manufactured items.

April 10, 2008
Job quota for Maharashtrians? Tell us
Two months after targetting north Indian migrants, Maharashtra Navnirman Sena leader Raj Thackeray has raked up son-of-the soil issue demanding 80 per cent job reservation for Marathi-speaking locals in private sector.

April 09, 2008
Is the IPL right in barring websites?
Do you think it is a right move by the BCCI to forcibly stop internet websites from reporting on cricket matches? What are your thoughts on the IPL's latest move? Tell us.

April 07, 2008
Do TV serials promote the Hindu way of life?
Most Indian serials are about traditional North Indian families, and do tend to celebrate Hindu festivals with more gusto than any other festival.

April 04, 2008
What do you think of the clothing at Fashion Week?
We've featured a few creations from every designer to showcase his/ her collection at the recently concluded Fashion Week. We invite readers to comment on these garments.

April 03, 2008
The sexiest girl band?
Tell us!

April 02, 2008
Should Aamir, Saif carry the Olympic torch?
Though we're not saying the actors were right or wrong, we would like to know from you, dear readers, what you feel about the actors' support for the Beijing Olympics games? Tell us!

April 01, 2008
Funniest moments in movies?
Tell us your funniest moments in movies. After all, isn't April Fool's Day a day of laughter and fun!

Wish Ajay Devgan!
Join rediff.com in wishing Ajay Devgan on his birthday. The actor turns 39.

March 31, 2008
Is Katrina the number one heroine?
Out of the five recent releases, Katrina Kaif has had four hits in Namastey London, Partner, Welcome and Race.

March 25, 2008
Should government schools teach in English?
The Congress general secretary, who kicked off his five-day tour of Karnataka on Tuesday, said students from poor families should be provided English medium education as it would help their future. Do you agree with Rahul's assessment? Should English be made the medium of instruction in government schools? Tell us!

Which actor should retire?
Which actor or actress would you advise, dear reader, to try a different career? Have your say!

March 24, 2008
Should govt, pvt sector staff get same pay?
The Sixth Pay Commission on Monday submitted its report to the government, presumably recommending a 40 per cent hike in salary for central government employees.

Who should be on a stamp next?
After Madhubala was immortalised on a stamp last week, we ask you who should be next. Have your say!

March 19, 2008
Wish Rani Mukerji!
Rani Mukerji turns 30 on March 21, 2008. Give her your best wishes.

Who is India's most over-rated actor?
Who do you think does not really deserve to be called a 'great actor'?

March 18, 2008
Tibet: Should India be more pro-active?
Should New Delhi sacrifice Tibet at the altar of its ties with Beijing or should it adopt a more pro-active stance on the issue?

Who is Race's hottest babe?
Which stunner do you think is the hottest woman in Race? Is it Bipasha Basu, Katrina Kaif or Sameera Reddy?

March 17, 2008
Who's your Bollywood cover girl?
Who do you think makes the best combination: who is the most saleable, most attractive, most unique and interesting actress you'd put on the cover to make audiences buy it?

March 14, 2008
Who is Bollywood's most underrated?
Performers like Kay Kay Menon, Ranvir Sheorey, Pankaj Kapoor, Konkana Sensharma, Vinay Pathak, Zakir Hussain, Pawan Malhotra and the fantastic Irrfan Khan come to mind. But this is your decision.

March 13, 2008
Wish Aamir Khan!
Still fit and fresh-faced enough to pass for a college student, the last year has seen the versatile Aamir now maturing into a full-fledged director -- while remaining one of the country's most sought-after and selective stars. Join rediff.com in wishing the superstar a very happy birthday.

March 11, 2008
Should the new roads, airports be toll-free?
No matter which route you may take to travel, you are forced to pay for the fees development of a road, a bridge, airport or a flyover. You may be offered more amenities but everything comes at a steep price!

Your say: Bollywood's sexiest scene?
Saif and Bips get it on in Race, but who's really set the screen on fire?

Readerspeak: 'We are more racist than Americans'
We publish responses to last week's message board asking readers to comment on violence against Indian students in the US.

March 10, 2008
Are new IPO rules good? Tell us
The Securities and Exchange Board of India (Sebi) is planning to reduce the time gap between opening of an issue and the listing of securities on the bourse and make the registration norms for foreign institutional investors (FIIs) more flexible.

Will Indian hockey regain lost glory?
What do you think has been the problem with Indian hockey in recent years? And will Indian hockey ever be able to regain lost glory? Tell us!

Readerspeak:'Women are superior to men!'
Last week, we asked readers whether Women's Day should be celebrated if both sexes are considered equal. here are some interesting responses!

March 06, 2008
Your fave Subhash Ghai film?
Tell us!

Share advice, tips for IIT JEE 2008
Share advice on how to crack the IIT JEE 2008!

March 05, 2008
How did India beard the lion in its den?
India ended their troubled tour of Australia on a high note when they beat the hosts by nine runs on Tuesday to win their best-of-three finals series 2-0.

Your say: Violence against Indian students in the US
Do you have an opinion on the violent attacks on Indian students in the US? Tell us!

March 04, 2008
How do you save on taxes? Tell us!
Investing money for saving tax is an art. How do you save on taxes? Tell us. The best responses will be published next week, right here on Rediff.com!

March 03, 2008
Filmfare Awards Show: Were the Khans out of line?
Tell us!

If women are men's equals, why is Women's Day celebrated?
We ask our readers to comment on whether Women's Day should be celebrated if both genders are considered equal in these modern times.

March 02, 2008
Congratulate the U-19 World champs
India won the Under-19 cricket World Cup for the second time when the team, led by Virat Kohli, beat South Africa by 12 runs in a rain-interrupted final in Kuala Lumpur on Sunday night. Shot out for a paltry 159 after being put in by South African skipper Wayne Parnell, the champions of the 2000 edition of the tournament fought back with some tidy bowling to restrict the South Africans.

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