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KKR rope in Boucher as wicket-keeping consultant

KKR rope in Boucher as wicket-keeping consultant

Rediff.com5 May 2016

He will join his former Proteas team mate and close friend Jacques Kallis who is the head coach of the two-time Indian Premier League champions.

Mother's Day: Pick her gift to go with her personality!

Mother's Day: Pick her gift to go with her personality!

Rediff.com6 May 2010

Is your mom a fitness freak, or does she have a green thumb? Is she glam, artistic or musically inclined? Here are some gifting suggestions for you to consider depending upon her personality!

Will Indian athletes live up to expectations?

Will Indian athletes live up to expectations?

Rediff.com26 Sep 2019

It is difficult to predict who among the Indians will reach the final

South Africa in mad dash for wicket-keeper to play in Port Elizabeth Test

South Africa in mad dash for wicket-keeper to play in Port Elizabeth Test

Rediff.com14 Jan 2016

Wicketkeeper Dane Vilas was forced to make a desperate dash to the Wanderers on Thursday after being called up as a late replacement for the injured Quinton de Kock in South Africa's team for the third Test against England.

Hollywood stars' most awkward moments

Hollywood stars' most awkward moments

Rediff.com12 Aug 2010

Hollywood stars have revealed the one moment where they felt most awkward when filming a movie -- doing a sex scene.

First time sex? Don't fake an orgasm

First time sex? Don't fake an orgasm

Rediff.com18 Sep 2019

Not everyone will achieve orgasm the first time they have sex, says Dr Anagha Karkhanis. Never fake one if you have not.

Opinion: Why US wants India-China conflict to simmer

Opinion: Why US wants India-China conflict to simmer

Rediff.com8 Jul 2020

The US has all along interfered in India-China issues. The objective is clear: Bring the Sino-Indian standoff to a flashpoint that would compel Modi government to take shelter under an American umbrella, argues Ambassador M K Bhadrakumar.

Independent review to probe Phillip Hughes death

Independent review to probe Phillip Hughes death

Rediff.com14 May 2015

Cricket Australia has commissioned an independent review into the cause and circumstances of last year's death of Test batsman Phillip Hughes in a bid to prevent anything similar happening in the future.

Watch out for this Crazy Kutumba!

Watch out for this Crazy Kutumba!

Rediff.com11 Feb 2010

Ramesh Arvind on acting and directing his latest Kannada comedy.

'Rajeev was such a humble human being'

'Rajeev was such a humble human being'

Rediff.com9 Jun 2009

Silicon Valley technocrats, Standord students pay rich tribute to the humble, soft-spoken Rajeev Motwani.

Angelina Jolie a 'self-centered psycho'

Angelina Jolie a 'self-centered psycho'

Rediff.com1 Apr 2010

The actress' former bodyguard claims she has two faces.

'I was the lab skeleton before my fitness regime!'

'I was the lab skeleton before my fitness regime!'

Rediff.com22 Oct 2010

Model Freddy Daruwala doesn't call himself a workout addict. But he does have a fitness routine and he tells us all about it.

Review: Is TicWatch C2 worth Rs 17,999?

Review: Is TicWatch C2 worth Rs 17,999?

Rediff.com23 Oct 2019

The TicWatch C2 from a Chinese wearable maker Mobvoi is now officially available in India through its website and online retail partner Amazon.

Hogg's controversial statement on legendary Bradman

Hogg's controversial statement on legendary Bradman

Rediff.com8 Feb 2017

Don Bradman would not have been as successful today, says Rodney Hogg.

Gone too soon -- RIP, Michael

Gone too soon -- RIP, Michael

Rediff.com26 Jun 2009

A surreal life and a tragic death -- here's to the late Michael Jackson, King of Pop.

'I'm not hungry to be recognised by Bollywood'

'I'm not hungry to be recognised by Bollywood'

Rediff.com6 Aug 2020

'You can be a great actress, incredibly good looking, have a huge body of work, have National awards... but until you make a mark in a Hindi project, people will not bother.'

Mumbai FC score over Salgaocar

Mumbai FC score over Salgaocar

Rediff.com8 Jan 2010

Two freak goals enabled hosts Mumbai FC defeat Salgaocar 2-1 in a round nine match of the ONGC I-League at the Cooperage in Mumbai on Friday.

2009: Top 10 gadgets that clicked

2009: Top 10 gadgets that clicked

Rediff.com30 Dec 2009

And so it ended -- 2009 arguably one of the most exciting years for gadget freaks threw up surprises for some and disappointments for some others. Here are 10 gadgets that enthralled everybody in 2009.

DRAMATIC match! Keys claims comeback win over tearful Osaka

DRAMATIC match! Keys claims comeback win over tearful Osaka

Rediff.com3 Sep 2016

American eighth seed Madison Keys claimed a dramatic 7-5, 4-6, 7-6(3) comeback win over a tearful Naomi Osaka on Friday to reach the fourth round of the US Open.

'Take care of your body, and it will take care of YOU'

'Take care of your body, and it will take care of YOU'

Rediff.com8 Apr 2020

On World Health Day, Bollywood stars posted pix and videos with beautiful messages and stories.

Senna voted greatest ever F1 driver

Senna voted greatest ever F1 driver

Rediff.com16 Dec 2009

Ayrton Senna has been voted the greatest Formula One driver of all time by other Grand Prix racers. The poll was conducted by Autosport magazine, who asked the opinion of all surviving drivers who have competed in F1 since the world championship started in 1950.

The winner takes it all? Not always

The winner takes it all? Not always

Rediff.com10 Dec 2009

For alpha males -- highly aggressive men who are usually at the helm of affairs -- life is not a picnic. Deeper issues invariably plague most, which they are unable to cope with. Jayalakshmi Sengupta probes their psyche and disposition.

Review: Irumbu Kuthirai has nothing new to offer

Review: Irumbu Kuthirai has nothing new to offer

Rediff.com1 Sep 2014

Irumbu Kuthirai an uninspiring and lacklustre tale of a guilt-ridden biker, who blames himself for a freak bike accident that causes the death of his beloved father.

Massa under sedation after brain scan

Massa under sedation after brain scan

Rediff.com26 Jul 2009

Ferrari's Felipe Massa will be kept under sedation for 48 hours after fracturing his skull in a freak accident at the Hungarian Grand Prix, a hospital doctor attending the Formula One driver said on Sunday. Peter Bazso said the 28-year-old Brazilian is in a stable condition after surgery at Budapest's AEK military hospital on Saturday. A brain scan on Sunday has produced reassuring results.

2009: Bollywood's year of blahs

2009: Bollywood's year of blahs

Rediff.com18 Nov 2009

The year has been an exceptionally unremarkable year for Hindi film buffs.

Brazil win but old questions of mental focus persist

Brazil win but old questions of mental focus persist

Rediff.com23 Jun 2018

The focus is once again shifting to the South American side's old foe - emotional stability.

'Aspiring writers shouldn't stick to Paulo Coelho'

'Aspiring writers shouldn't stick to Paulo Coelho'

Rediff.com7 Jul 2009

Mumbai-based literary critic and blogger Chandrahas Choudhury's first book Arzee the Dwarf has finally hit the bookshelves. In a chat with Insiyah Vahanvaty, Choudhury talks about his background, the idea behind his book, and what it takes to become a published novelist.

Markets end winning streak

Markets end winning streak

Rediff.com1 Jun 2010

National Stock Exchange index Nifty cracked the 5,000-points level to trade at 4,986.45.

Baljit eyeing Commonwealth Games return

Baljit eyeing Commonwealth Games return

Rediff.com22 Oct 2009

He was India's first-choice hockey goalkeeper before a freak eye injury jeopardised his career, but a determined Baljit Singh is in no mood to give up and is eyeing next year's Commonwealth Games in New Delhi to stage his comeback in the national team.

Ferrari opt to delay Massa's return

Ferrari opt to delay Massa's return

Rediff.com12 Oct 2009

Ferrari has ruled out a competitive return this year for Felipe Massa.

Silicon Valley loses an angel

Silicon Valley loses an angel

Rediff.com8 Jun 2009

The untimely passing of 47-year-old Rajeev Motwani has left the Silicon Valley community in shock. Here, many of them remember this great man.

I was left heartbroken: Williamson on not taking DRS on Taylor's dismissal

I was left heartbroken: Williamson on not taking DRS on Taylor's dismissal

Rediff.com3 Feb 2019

The duo had 15 seconds to challenge the decision but with no indications from Williamson, Taylor walked back to the pavilion.

US: Student from Andhra Pradesh dies in car mishap

US: Student from Andhra Pradesh dies in car mishap

Rediff.com2 Sep 2009

A 22-year-old student from Hyderabad was killed in a freak car accident in the United States. Naresh Dacha, first year MS (EE) student at Wright State University, was driving from his home to the university yesterday morning along with his friend Varun when his car hit a tree on Route 22 in Dayton, Ohio.

First time no Mumbai player in a home Test match!

First time no Mumbai player in a home Test match!

Rediff.com8 Dec 2016

Since 1933 when the Bombay Gymkhana, also in South Mumbai, played host to the first Test not only in this city but in the entire country, no Indian team has been without a Mumbai player in the eleven.

Vlasic wins the battle of the Beauties

Vlasic wins the battle of the Beauties

Rediff.com21 Aug 2009

Croatia's Blanka Vlasic went some way to making up for her Olympic disappointment when she retained the women's high jump title with a leap of 2.04 metres. Russia's Anna Chicherova took the silver with 2.02 metres, her personal best for the season and local favourite Ariane Friedrich finished third.

No passes for Baljit to watch World Cup

No passes for Baljit to watch World Cup

Rediff.com26 Feb 2010

Baljit Singh does not have passes to see his team-mates play in the mega-event commencing Sunday in New Delhi.

Tendulkar, Shah Rukh condole demise of young Bengal cricketer

Tendulkar, Shah Rukh condole demise of young Bengal cricketer

Rediff.com20 Apr 2015

Sachin Tendulkar condoled the demise of young batsman Ankit Keshri, who passed away following a freak on-field collision during a Cricket Association of Bengal's senior one-day knock-out match on April 17.

What Telecom Man reveals about India's business-politics links

What Telecom Man reveals about India's business-politics links

Rediff.com16 May 2020

'It's the brazen corruption involving politicians that makes you sit up years after the event,' notes Nivedita Mookerji after reading B K Syngal's Telecom Man.

What tweets tell us about the human condition

What tweets tell us about the human condition

Rediff.com12 Jun 2009

'First, it reminds us about our essentially narcissistic nature. The basic premise is that others care about what we are doing and hence the instinct to broadcast. Second, the incessant urge to remain connected, to be part of a network that modern communications tools are driving us towards.'

Rajeev Motwani, Google founder's mentor, dead

Rajeev Motwani, Google founder's mentor, dead

Rediff.com8 Jun 2009

The celebrated Stanford professor, Rajeev Motwani, known worldwide for mentoring and advising founders of the companies like Google and PayPal, has died in a freak drowning incident.