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'Xi Jinping has got himself in a mess'

'Xi Jinping has got himself in a mess'

Rediff.com14 Oct 2020

'If one puts the context of what Xi Jinping said at the UN about not wanting a 'hot or cold war with any country', one realises that his speech was quite bizarre.' 'The world does not expect such statements from China, a nation aspiring to be a superpower.

Shweta vs Navya Naveli: Who's the better model?

Shweta vs Navya Naveli: Who's the better model?

Rediff.com21 Aug 2018

Amitabh Bachchan's granddaughter, Navya Naveli makes her modelling debut.

Move over Mumbai, Delhi is India's fashion capital

Move over Mumbai, Delhi is India's fashion capital

Rediff.com27 Jan 2018

'At the risk of upsetting Mumbaikars, I would have to say that New Delhi is leaps ahead of other Indian cities in its sense of fashion and style,' says Kishore Singh.

Rs 40-lakh saree seeks a Guinness Book drape

Rs 40-lakh saree seeks a Guinness Book drape

Rediff.com27 Nov 2007

A Rs 40-lakh silk saree, intricately woven with 12 precious stones and metals and replicating 11 famous paintings of Raja Ravi Verma, will seek an entry into the Guinness Book of World Records as the world's most expensive saree.

Shakuntala Devi review

Shakuntala Devi review

Rediff.com31 Jul 2020

There's nothing wrong in Vidya Balan's performance. There's just nothing new about it, feels Sukanya Verma.

PIX: Rihanna, Nicki Minaj, Jessica Alba hot up MTV awards

PIX: Rihanna, Nicki Minaj, Jessica Alba hot up MTV awards

Rediff.com14 Apr 2014

All the highlights from the recently concluded MTV Movie Awards show.

Navratri style: Think BLUE

Navratri style: Think BLUE

Rediff.com26 Sep 2017

If you are yet to decide on what to wear for dandiya and garba raas on Day Seven, we help you play dress up.

Weaving costliest items, but earning nothing

Weaving costliest items, but earning nothing

Rediff.com19 Feb 2008

Sadly, in India, wages for artisans never take into account their specialised skills.

Tata-Singapore Airlines set to fly with new brand name

Tata-Singapore Airlines set to fly with new brand name

Rediff.com16 Jul 2014

The new name would not have the Tata or the SIA name, confirmed a spokesperson.

A Suitable Boy review

A Suitable Boy review

Rediff.com23 Oct 2020

As splendid it is to behold, A Suitable Boy cannot match in soul and falls short of being memorable, feels Sukanya Verma.

Spotted: Kajol, Mandira, Neha at Fashion Week

Spotted: Kajol, Mandira, Neha at Fashion Week

Rediff.com18 Mar 2014

The last day of fashion week was buzzing with celebrities from the tinsel town.

'Politically correct' fashion off the ramp and more

'Politically correct' fashion off the ramp and more

Rediff.com15 Mar 2014

A politician-fashionista and digital brand strategist talk about dressing style and fashion trends.

Technology, second only to death: Sam Pitroda

Technology, second only to death: Sam Pitroda

Rediff.com7 Jul 2007

Sam Pitroda, chairman of India's Knowledge Commission, has predicted that the "digital silk road of the 21st century is definitely going to be all about information highways of tomorrow."

China keen to boost 'Make in India'

China keen to boost 'Make in India'

Rediff.com16 Feb 2016

China and India have become the two strongest driving forces for the world's economic growth.

Disha, Rhea or Kangana: Who's the hottest showstopper?

Disha, Rhea or Kangana: Who's the hottest showstopper?

Rediff.com29 Aug 2019

Take the poll and vote for your favourite celebrity showstopper at Lakme Fashion Week.

Malavika Mohanan lives by these style rules!

Malavika Mohanan lives by these style rules!

Rediff.com28 Aug 2019

The actor has some fashion advice for you.

Spinning yarns

Spinning yarns

Rediff.com19 Mar 2015

It's durable, it's perfect for our weather and, now, it's fashionable.

Kareena, Disha, Prachi: The hottest showstoppers of 2018

Kareena, Disha, Prachi: The hottest showstoppers of 2018

Rediff.com28 Dec 2018

Meet the spotlight stealers on the ramp.

Hold your breath, Ileana is here!

Hold your breath, Ileana is here!

Rediff.com28 Aug 2016

The Rustom star walked for Ridhi Mehra at Lakme Fashion Week Winter/Festive in Mumbai.

PIX: Diana Penty's lehenga is unbelievably gorgeous

PIX: Diana Penty's lehenga is unbelievably gorgeous

Rediff.com17 Mar 2018

Wedding style re-imagined!

PIX: Inside Shloka and Akash Ambani's pre-engagement party

PIX: Inside Shloka and Akash Ambani's pre-engagement party

Rediff.com29 Jun 2018

Alia Bhatt, Shah Rukh Khan, Priyanka Chopra and Sachin Tendulkar stole the show.

Hot pix: Is yellow the new black?

Hot pix: Is yellow the new black?

Rediff.com30 Apr 2019

Take a cue from these celebrities and work your magic in yellow.

Oscars 2018: How the models partied

Oscars 2018: How the models partied

Rediff.com5 Mar 2018

Read on to find out who wore what!

World's longest saree to be auctioned in Dubai

World's longest saree to be auctioned in Dubai

Rediff.com24 May 2007

The saree, which has registered itself in the Guinness Book of World Records, weighs a mammoth 72 kg with the embroidery weighing nearly 15 kg. The total weight of the silk used in crafting this masterpiece is 57 kg.

TikTok goes completely offline in India

TikTok goes completely offline in India

Rediff.com30 Jun 2020

The ban in India would hit Chinese internet companies that were making headway in the world's fastest-growing mobile market.

How Priyanka created history at her wedding

How Priyanka created history at her wedding

Rediff.com3 Dec 2018

The actor-model became the first celebrity to wear a wedding gown designed by Ralph Lauren.

Rubber dams to solve water woes!

Rubber dams to solve water woes!

Rediff.com28 Mar 2007

Rubber dams have been found successful and cost effective in China, Bangladesh, Thailand and Japan.

After Shani Shingnapur, Trimbakeshwar temple opens its doors for women

After Shani Shingnapur, Trimbakeshwar temple opens its doors for women

Rediff.com21 Apr 2016

A day after they were allegedly manhandled while trying to enter into the sanctum sanctorum of the famous Trimbakeshwar temple in "dress code", the four women activists today took 'darshan' of the deity amid police protection.

In Wayanad, Rahul recalls fond memories of father

In Wayanad, Rahul recalls fond memories of father

Rediff.com17 Apr 2019

Gandhi, who is on a whirlwind two-day tour of Kerala as part of Lok Sabha poll campaign and is contesting from Wayanad besides his family bastion Amethi, took time off his hectic schedule to pay obeisance at the famed Thirunelli temple near the stream.

Now, 50 Shades of Grey inspires new lingerie line!

Now, 50 Shades of Grey inspires new lingerie line!

Rediff.com10 Sep 2013

British lingerie company BlueBella has taken inspiration from EL James' bestselling trilogy to produce sexy bra and brief sets for women and Christian Grey style cotton boxers for men.

Where did Malaysian Airlines flight MH 370 disappear?

Where did Malaysian Airlines flight MH 370 disappear?

Rediff.com15 Mar 2014

Amelia Earhart's plane went missing in 1937, when you can imagine that planes might have. But the vanishing of Malaysian Airlines flight MH370 is utterly mystifying in today's tech-heavy environment.

#GlamUp: How to look fab this Diwali

#GlamUp: How to look fab this Diwali

Rediff.com4 Nov 2015

Ditch the usual, embrace your creative side!

Hot, sexy, stylish! Best-dressed men at the Met Gala

Hot, sexy, stylish! Best-dressed men at the Met Gala

Rediff.com2 May 2017

These men gave the women tough competition in the fashion department.

OMG! Men in gowns at the London Fashion Week

OMG! Men in gowns at the London Fashion Week

Rediff.com15 Jun 2017

Designers went berserk with their collections that showcased men with lipsticks, wedges and cutout dresses!

Chinese app ban: Indian start-ups face a major hurdle

Chinese app ban: Indian start-ups face a major hurdle

Rediff.com2 Jul 2020

According to experts, the banning of the apps has created negative sentiments and reduced the confidence among the Chinese investors to invest in India.

Don't judge China with a fossilised mindset

Don't judge China with a fossilised mindset

Rediff.com22 Jan 2018

'There is no Buddha or Gandhi among countries, existing for the service of others; they all exist for the good of themselves.' 'For each country, its own interests should be paramount, and it is futile and churlish to expect China to be an exception to this rule,' says B S Raghavan, the distinguished civil servant and long-time China-watcher.

13 glamorous designs from India Runway Week

13 glamorous designs from India Runway Week

Rediff.com20 Sep 2016

From extraordinary designs to innovative styling techniques, this three-day fashion show held in New Delhi had it all.

Now, I'm not a BJP man: VP-elect Venkaiah Naidu at Tirumala shrine

Now, I'm not a BJP man: VP-elect Venkaiah Naidu at Tirumala shrine

Rediff.com7 Aug 2017

After worshipping at the Sri Ranganayaka Mandapam, the vice president-elect was honoured with the sacred silk cloth and holy prasadams by the management of the shrine.

Miss Universe 2018 is a stunner

Miss Universe 2018 is a stunner

Rediff.com19 Dec 2018

Meet the stunning Miss Universe 2018 Catriona Gray.