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Shankar Mahadevan recovering well

Shankar Mahadevan recovering well

Rediff.com17 Dec 2015

Shankar Mahadevan, who suffered heart attack, is back home and doing fine.

Virgin Mobile targets young India

Virgin Mobile targets young India

Rediff.com1 Apr 2008

Virgin Mobile is flying in the face of conventional wisdom with a niche strategy for the Indian market. Virgin is faced with a market that is crowded by telecom players. It would take some good strategies to break through the thick maze. Their strategy is to deliver a tailored & relevant offering for a single, distinct segment - the youth. 70 mn Indians aged between 14 & 25 years own cell phones. Over the next three years, Virgin expects 50 mn new subscribers in this segment.

5 things you didn't know about RGV

5 things you didn't know about RGV

Rediff.com3 Jun 2008

A quiz on filmmaker Ram Gopal Varma, as he readies for his first release of 2008, Sarkar Raj starring the Bachchans.

Michael Moore takes on CNN's Sanjay Gupta

Michael Moore takes on CNN's Sanjay Gupta

Rediff.com11 Jul 2007

It is war, and maverick filmmaker Michael Moore and CNN's resident medical expert and practicing neurosurgeon Dr Sanjay Gupta are fighting it across many platforms.

Gayle equates himself to soccer stars Ronaldo, Ibrahimovic

Gayle equates himself to soccer stars Ronaldo, Ibrahimovic

Rediff.com8 Jun 2016

West Indies star batsman Chris Gayle has equated himself with football superstars Zlatan Ibrahimovic and Cristiano Ronaldo in his recently-released autobiography 'Six Machine'.

Serie A: Balotelli booked for 'vulgar gesture' against Cagliari fans

Serie A: Balotelli booked for 'vulgar gesture' against Cagliari fans

Rediff.com27 Jan 2014

Mario Balotelli could be in hot water again after he was booked for provoking Cagliari supporters after scoring against the Sardinian side in AC Milan's 2-1 win on Sunday.

PCB submits chargesheet against Akhtar

PCB submits chargesheet against Akhtar

Rediff.com9 Mar 2008

Controversial fast bowler Shoaib Akhtar appears to be in deep trouble as the Pakistan Cricket Board has submitted a strong chargesheet against him, while coach Geoff Lawson has asked the PCB not to consider the maverick speedster for Test matches.

'Listen to your heart and never fear failure'

'Listen to your heart and never fear failure'

Rediff.com28 Jul 2008

Patu Keswani, the owner of Lemon Tree Hotels and Red Fox Hotels discusses his success mantra, his life as an entrepreneur and fun he had in starting his own hotel chain.

Tej Pratap floats Lalu Rabri Morcha 'within' RJD

Tej Pratap floats Lalu Rabri Morcha 'within' RJD

Rediff.com1 Apr 2019

The BJP has named sitting MP Rajiv Pratap Rudy as its nominee on the politically important seat.

PM releases Jethmalani's book

PM releases Jethmalani's book

Rediff.com13 Apr 2007

Speaking on the occasion, Dr Singh said that Ram Jethmalani was a maverick with a difference.

Federer, Nadal romp into final

Federer, Nadal romp into final

Rediff.com5 Jul 2008

Rafael Nadal set up a third successive Wimbledon final against champion Roger Federer after brushing aside German Rainer Schuettler. The Swiss accounted for Marat Safin in the other semi-final.

Underarm or underhanded? Kyrgios serve stokes debate

Underarm or underhanded? Kyrgios serve stokes debate

Rediff.com26 Mar 2019

Having annoyed Nadal with an underarm serve at Acapulco, Nick Kyrgios doubled down with the tactic to win two points against hapless Serb Dusan Lajovic at the Miami Open and fire up a timeworn debate between modern fans and purists.

Which Nagesh Kukunoor film do you love?

Which Nagesh Kukunoor film do you love?

Rediff.com15 Jan 2008

Tell us!

Is Modi ready for Trump's exit?

Is Modi ready for Trump's exit?

Rediff.com21 Aug 2020

'If Trump is out, Modi is going to find himself in a hotspot, having to reset his relations with the new US President with whom he will have to co-exist for well-nigh his full term,' notes B S Raghavan, the distinguished civil servant.

Shoaib will find it tough in IPL: former players

Shoaib will find it tough in IPL: former players

Rediff.com5 May 2008

Shoaib Akhtar may have been cleared to play in the Indian Premier League but former players say the maverick pacer will find it tough to make an impact in the twenty20 league as months of absence from the cricket field has robbed him of match fitness.

Junior Davis Cup: India to face Japan in final

Junior Davis Cup: India to face Japan in final

Rediff.com2 May 2008

India stormed into the final of Junior Davis Cup's World Group playoff after stunning top seeds Australia 3-0 in New Delhi on Friday.

Akhtar hopeful ban will be revoked

Akhtar hopeful ban will be revoked

Rediff.com14 Apr 2008

Banned fast bowler Shoaib Akhtar still harbours hopes of playing for Pakistan and is keeping himself fit for any call-up to the national side in the future. The maverick pacer was banned for five years by Pakistan Cricket Board on six counts of code of conduct violations and the uproar over the decision prompted the Senate Standing Committee on Sports to hold a hearing with Akhtar in Islamabad on Monday.

Mario Balotelli gets first Italy call-up since World Cup

Mario Balotelli gets first Italy call-up since World Cup

Rediff.com10 Nov 2014

Maverick striker Mario Balotelli has been called up by Italy for the first time since the World Cup in June after being included on Sunday in the squad for next weekend's Euro 2016 qualifier at home to Croatia.

Indian venture, bio-fuel top on Branson's mind

Indian venture, bio-fuel top on Branson's mind

Rediff.com7 Mar 2008

Richard Branson, after a dramatic launch of Virgin mobile in India, is keen on his India venture and is also exploring the possibilities of using bio-fuel for his aviation arm.

How Kadha Parayumbol came to

How Kadha Parayumbol came to

Rediff.com6 Feb 2008

In conversation with the talented Malayalam scriptwriter on the Mammootty starrer.

Mohanlal's son says no to acting

Mohanlal's son says no to acting

Rediff.com6 Mar 2015

Get your low down from the Malayalam film industry.

Sidhu released from Patiala jail

Sidhu released from Patiala jail

Rediff.com13 Jan 2007

After spending two nights in jail, cricketer-turned-politician Navjot Singh Sidhu, convicted and sentenced for three years imprisonment in a road rage case, was released on Saturday on bail granted by the Supreme Court.

Akhtar feels more embarrassment in store for PCB

Akhtar feels more embarrassment in store for PCB

Rediff.com18 Feb 2017

Pakistan's former maverick fast bowler Shoaib Akhtar believes that the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) could find itself in an embarrassing situation.

Bajwa's choice is new ISI chief

Bajwa's choice is new ISI chief

Rediff.com8 Oct 2018

General Bajwa remains in command as army chief and Prime Minister Imran Khan did not play any role in the reshuffle, says Rana Banerji, who headed the Pakistan Desk at the Research and Analysis Wing, India's external intelligence agency.

UP: Khurana parts ways with Uma

UP: Khurana parts ways with Uma

Rediff.com14 Apr 2007

Khurana said he will announce a third front to take on the Congress and the BJP in the national capital after the UP elections.

Akhtar advises suspended Ajmal to approach CAS

Akhtar advises suspended Ajmal to approach CAS

Rediff.com28 Dec 2014

Former Pakistan fast bowler Shoaib Akhtar has advised suspended off-spinner Saeed Ajmal to take his case to the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) in Lausanne.

England's coach Bayliss expresses ignorance over KP's Ashes omission

England's coach Bayliss expresses ignorance over KP's Ashes omission

Rediff.com26 Jun 2015

Bayliss was inevitably asked about the position of batsman Kevin Pietersen, who has been ruled out of participating in the series by England's director of cricket Andrew Strauss because of "trust issues".

Regaining Ashes is Warne's goal

Regaining Ashes is Warne's goal

Rediff.com25 Oct 2006

The ace leg spinner says victory in the series against Australia's oldest foes, starting in Brisbane next month, is his main concern.

Five things to watch for in opening rounds of Euro 2020 qualifiers

Five things to watch for in opening rounds of Euro 2020 qualifiers

Rediff.com20 Mar 2019

The 55 teams have been divided into 10 groups of five or six, and the top two teams in each qualify directly.

Ex-NBA star found unresponsive at brothel

Ex-NBA star found unresponsive at brothel

Rediff.com14 Oct 2015

Former NBA star Lamar Odom was hospitalized on Tuesday after he was found unresponsive at a Nevada brothel, law enforcement officials said.

'If Thackeray can exist, Sarkar can'

'If Thackeray can exist, Sarkar can'

Rediff.com30 Jun 2005

Ram Gopal Varma on his new film.

SEE: The MILIND SOMAN Interview

SEE: The MILIND SOMAN Interview

Rediff.com12 Mar 2020

He is 54, but looks far better than he did when he was a supermodel in his 20s and 30s. Cooler still is his vibe. Vaihayasi Pande Daniel catches up with Milind Soman, fitness icon and businessman.

S P Balasubrahmanyam's TOP 75 Songs

S P Balasubrahmanyam's TOP 75 Songs

Rediff.com1 Oct 2020

Siva Sankar looks at S P Balasubrahmanyam's fantastic repertoire.

PIX: TV couple Asha Negi, Ritvik Dhanjani holiday in Switzerland

PIX: TV couple Asha Negi, Ritvik Dhanjani holiday in Switzerland

Rediff.com21 Sep 2016

The top posts on social media from your favourite Bollywood celebrities.

Nobody masters the art of the trivela like Quaresma

Nobody masters the art of the trivela like Quaresma

Rediff.com26 Jun 2018

The right-footed Quaresma has scored at least one dozen similar goals during his career and also uses the trivela for passing and crossing.

World Cup: A test of Kohli's tactical acumen

World Cup: A test of Kohli's tactical acumen

Rediff.com18 May 2019

A World Cup victory will put Kohli in a league of his own and even those sceptical about his tactical nous, will have no other option but to grudgingly doff their hats at his heady achievements.

Ranveer, AB, Salman: The Kooky cops of Bollywood

Ranveer, AB, Salman: The Kooky cops of Bollywood

Rediff.com11 Jan 2018

Sukanya Verma looks at all kinds of kooky khaki portrayals on the silver screen

Texas University tribute to Kalpana Chawla

Texas University tribute to Kalpana Chawla

Rediff.com23 Aug 2004

The three-storey building houses 421 students and was specially designed for a programme that will encourage students to study together.

Sports Shorts: Badminton star Chong Wei diagnosed with nose cancer

Sports Shorts: Badminton star Chong Wei diagnosed with nose cancer

Rediff.com22 Sep 2018

A summary of sports events and persons who made news on Saturday