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Blackmail Review: A Must Watch

Blackmail Review: A Must Watch

Rediff.com6 Apr 2018

Abhinay Deo's film never runs short of bite and sting, says Prasanna D Zore.

Anxiety and angst as Indians mark month of lockdown

Anxiety and angst as Indians mark month of lockdown

Rediff.com25 Apr 2020

The journey of getting used to a new way of life -- without domestic help, without the necessity of dressing up to step out and just staying cooped up indoors -- has been out of the ordinary, equal parts good, bad and ugly.

Ashes: England on the brink at WACA house of pain

Ashes: England on the brink at WACA house of pain

Rediff.com12 Dec 2017

With its traditionally quick and bouncy wicket playing to the strengths of home pacemen, the WACA has been a house of pain for English cricket and Australians will be hoping for more of the same when the ground hosts its final Test.

Breathtaking images from Sony World Photography Awards

Breathtaking images from Sony World Photography Awards

Rediff.com20 Apr 2020

Behold the breathtaking winning and shortlisted images from one of the world's most prestigious photography contests. The amazing shots are from the open competition of the Sony World Photography Awards 2020, which received 193,000 entries from photographers in over 200 territories. Scroll down and feast your eyes on our pick of the shortlisted and category-winning entries.

De Villiers 'pretty upset' about fresh ball tempering row

De Villiers 'pretty upset' about fresh ball tempering row

Rediff.com28 May 2017

'In a way, making me feel that we are responsible. I was quite upset about that. I don't know what else I can say, I was pretty upset. It's done and dusted now, nothing happened, there were no fines given or anything like that'

Have Sonia and Rahul buried the Congress?

Have Sonia and Rahul buried the Congress?

Rediff.com17 Sep 2020

'It is mind-boggling that a party can be in rigor mortis even after numerous electoral defeats,' observes Ramesh Menon.

Pietersen says decision to drop Ian Bell is 'pathetic'

Pietersen says decision to drop Ian Bell is 'pathetic'

Rediff.com19 Nov 2015

Former England captain Kevin Pietersen took to Twitter to describe Ian Bell's omission from England's squad for the tour of South Africa as 'ridiculous' and 'pathetic'.

King's Cup: Barca and Villanovense want one-off decider

King's Cup: Barca and Villanovense want one-off decider

Rediff.com28 Oct 2015

The excitement is building among fans of Spanish third-tier side Villanovense ahead of the visit of Barcelona in the King's Cup on Wednesday, but both sides would prefer the two-legged tie to be decided by a one-off match.

'If only Tharoor had said 'We might become a Hindu Israel'

'If only Tharoor had said 'We might become a Hindu Israel'

Rediff.com21 Jul 2018

'The entire swathe of Internet trolls -- who now apparently serve as the ideological brains-trust of the BJP -- would have looked at each other in puzzlement, thinking: What kind of warning is that?' says Mihir S Sharma.

Dominant India ready to wrap up series against England

Dominant India ready to wrap up series against England

Rediff.com7 Dec 2016

A dominant India will be eyeing to clinch the five-Test series against England with yet another comprehensive victory when the two teams square off in the fourth match of the series starting from Thursday. With an unassailable 2-0 lead after three Tests, the confidence of the Virat Kohli-led team is sky high and they would like to regain the Anthony de Mello Trophy which they had lost to Alastair Cook's side back in 2012. Even if England manage a draw, India will win the series after the visitors' hat-trick of wins- 2011 in England, 2012 in India and 2014 in England again.

When Katrina, Ranbir, Hrithik looked different in the SAME film

When Katrina, Ranbir, Hrithik looked different in the SAME film

Rediff.com29 Jun 2018

Sukanya Verma looks back at actors, who have sported multiple looks in a single film.

England set to extend 50 years of hurt...

England set to extend 50 years of hurt...

Rediff.com24 May 2016

When England fans sang about '30 years of hurt' at Euro '96 they had high hopes of ending the pain with a first trophy since the 1966 World Cup but 20 years on from that agonising near miss there is precious little optimism in the air.

Davis Cup: Kiwis tame Bopanna-Myneni; India trail 1-2

Davis Cup: Kiwis tame Bopanna-Myneni; India trail 1-2

Rediff.com18 Jul 2015

World No 10 Rohan Bopanna and Saketh Myneni suffered a shock straight set mauling at the hands of Artem Sitak and Marcus Daniell as India were left trailing 1-2 against New Zealand.

5 talking points as New Zealand, England go for WC glory

5 talking points as New Zealand, England go for WC glory

Rediff.com14 Jul 2019

History is going to be made on Sunday, regardless of the result in the ICC Men's Cricket Word Cup final at Lord's. Neither England nor New Zealand have ever tasted victory on the big stage before so there will be a new name on the trophy tonight.

Why Centurion pitch could suit Team India

Why Centurion pitch could suit Team India

Rediff.com11 Jan 2018

South African opener Aiden Markram is of the opinion that the pitch at Supersport Park, although aiding more pace and bounce, will also be good for batsmen.

Stalin buries hatchet with TN Congress, but for how long?

Stalin buries hatchet with TN Congress, but for how long?

Rediff.com20 Jan 2020

The truce, even if it is not permanence peace, will come under stress and test during the pending polls to rural local bodies in nine revenue districts and urban polls across the state, including those for 16 municipal corporations, starting with Chennai, the oldest and largest, says N Sathiya Moorthy.

Watching the watchmen

Watching the watchmen

Rediff.com2 May 2018

While it's important for the courts to enjoy public trust, says Mitali Saran, the only way to protect the institution is to scrupulously prove its credibility.

Irani Cup: Rest fight back but Gujarat hold upper hand

Irani Cup: Rest fight back but Gujarat hold upper hand

Rediff.com22 Jan 2017

Rest of India fought back well after conceding a 132-run first innings lead to Gujarat, but the newly crowned Ranji Trophy champions maintained the upper hand at the end of the third day of the five-day Irani Cup match, in Mumbai, on Sunday.

Christmas recipe: How to make Raan Roast

Christmas recipe: How to make Raan Roast

Rediff.com21 Dec 2015

Ronjita Kulkarni shares her mom Swati Das' recipe for a Christmas Raan Roast

Droolworthy X'mas recipes just for you

Droolworthy X'mas recipes just for you

Rediff.com17 Dec 2015

These colourful recipes are sure to tempt everyone!

Victims' father charges at ex-USA Gymnastics doctor in court

Victims' father charges at ex-USA Gymnastics doctor in court

Rediff.com2 Feb 2018

He was nearly within striking distance of Nassar before court guards tackled him roughly to the ground in front of his shocked daughters.

Mourinho's 'not special any more', Chelsea hail 'The Confather'

Mourinho's 'not special any more', Chelsea hail 'The Confather'

Rediff.com11 May 2017

How quickly affections can switch in soccer. Where once they would serenade coach Jose Mourinho at Stamford Bridge with an operatic flourish, now Chelsea fans have fallen headlong for another man driving them inexorably to the Premier League title.

Can depleted England repeat 2012 magic in India?

Can depleted England repeat 2012 magic in India?

Rediff.com8 Nov 2016

Alastair Cook's England seem to have neither the form nor the resources to repeat their 2012 heroics against an Indian team determined to cement their top Test rankings in a five-match series starting at Rajkot on Wednesday.

Gujarat Verdict: It's Rahul vs Modi in 2019

Gujarat Verdict: It's Rahul vs Modi in 2019

Rediff.com18 Dec 2017

'It will not be a battle of unequals as it may have been thought a few months ago, but one on more or less a level playing field.' 'The Gujarat outcome cannot but breathe new life into the Congress for having almost succeeded in bearding the lion in its den,' says Amulya Ganguli.

The night television news died

The night television news died

Rediff.com12 Mar 2018

Television channels were ready to plumb below rock bottom in their frenzied prospecting for TRP gold, says Shuma Raha.

Is De Grasse the rightful heir to Bolt's crown?

Is De Grasse the rightful heir to Bolt's crown?

Rediff.com19 Aug 2016

While the people who run athletics are dreading the day Usain Bolt leaves their stage, Canadian Andre de Grasse must be licking his lips at the prospect after emerging as the man most likely to fill the void.

India DEFLATE South Africa skipper De Villiers

India DEFLATE South Africa skipper De Villiers

Rediff.com23 Feb 2015

South Africa captain AB de Villiers will turn to his senior players to help lift the team out of the doldrums after they suffered a 'big knock' to their confidence.

Video recipes: Make insanely delicious waffles at home!

Video recipes: Make insanely delicious waffles at home!

Rediff.com17 Dec 2015

Learn how to make scrumptious waffles this Christmas.

PHOTOS: Arsenal shocked by Swansea; Liverpool post easy win

PHOTOS: Arsenal shocked by Swansea; Liverpool post easy win

Rediff.com31 Jan 2018

Arsenal suffered another painful Premier League defeat as Swansea City capitalised on some glaring errors to win 3-1 on Tuesday, boosting their survival hopes and denting the visitors' top four chances.

I Am Bihar: 'The farmer is the most stubborn of men'

I Am Bihar: 'The farmer is the most stubborn of men'

Rediff.com27 Oct 2015

'A drought is like a fire. It licks everything in its wake - crop, trees, animals, humans...' The plains of the Ganga in Bihar have a raw, unmatched, beauty, but also bear the anguish of its farmers.

They don't have the heart to watch Ravana burn!

They don't have the heart to watch Ravana burn!

Rediff.com27 Sep 2017

Meet the Ravana makers of Titarpur, courtesy Geetanjali Krishna.

Can these ministers bring elusive 'achhe din'?

Can these ministers bring elusive 'achhe din'?

Rediff.com3 Sep 2017

'The reshuffle was expected to show some sign about the BJP's awareness of the looming difficulties.'
'But there is no certainty that the new inductees will be able to breathe life into the government,' says Amulya Ganguli.

WTF News: It's Weird, True and Funny

WTF News: It's Weird, True and Funny

Rediff.com9 Oct 2014

Here's this week's collection of wacky and funny stories from around the world.

Lessons India Inc can learn from the Indian cricket team

Lessons India Inc can learn from the Indian cricket team

Rediff.com10 Jul 2017

The Virat Kohli-Anil Kumble fiasco proves that two power centres don't work whether it's Team India or Indian companies, says Shyamal Majumdar.

'Actors are mad'

'Actors are mad'

Rediff.com16 Feb 2016

Shabana Azmi shows us a different side.

Mehbooba had no clue about the BJP coup

Mehbooba had no clue about the BJP coup

Rediff.com21 Jun 2018

'From what I know of her,' says Mohammad Sayeed Malik -- the distinguished doyen of Kashmir commentators -- 'Mehbooba will not take too long to recover.' 'How much room she can then find to maneuver in the valley's extremely harsh political climate only time can tell.'

Christmas recipe: How to make Milk Pudding

Christmas recipe: How to make Milk Pudding

Rediff.com22 Dec 2015

Anita Aikara shares her aunt Joyce Benny Meledath's recipe of milk pudding.

Thrilling matches in the offing as Lanka-Proteas kick-start WC quarters

Thrilling matches in the offing as Lanka-Proteas kick-start WC quarters

Rediff.com15 Mar 2015

India have to be cautious against giant slayers Bangladesh

If SA have De Villiers, Ireland also have a player with the X-factor!

If SA have De Villiers, Ireland also have a player with the X-factor!

Rediff.com2 Mar 2015

Irish captain William Porterfield not getting pressured by the daring batting of De Villiers

20 best meals in Delhi

20 best meals in Delhi

Rediff.com4 Mar 2015

Harnoor Channy Tiwari tells you just where you should be heading if you're in the Capital.