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Golden chariot floats ashore in Andhra, leaves locals in awe

Golden chariot floats ashore in Andhra, leaves locals in awe

Rediff.com11 May 2022

A strange-looking gold-colour chariot came afloat in the Bay of Bengal coast near Santabommali in the north coastal Andhra district of Srikakulam on Wednesday morning, leaving the locals awe-struck.

Purported video shows former BJP CM alleging graft in Uttarakhand

Purported video shows former BJP CM alleging graft in Uttarakhand

Rediff.com14 Nov 2022

A purported video of former Uttarakhand chief minister Tirath Singh Rawat saying no work could be done in the state without paying commission has surfaced online.

FIFA WC: Not a good morning for Argentina fans

FIFA WC: Not a good morning for Argentina fans

Rediff.com22 Nov 2022

Fans crowded into plazas to watch the game on giant screens, cheering when Messi scored the opening goal -- a penalty -- but groaning and slowly going silent as Saudi Arabia pulled two quick goals back in the second half.

When LSG pacer Mohsin's arm was almost amputated!

When LSG pacer Mohsin's arm was almost amputated!

Rediff.com17 May 2023

Left-arm pacer Mohsin Khan avoided a possible amputation of his bowling hand after approaching the doctor just in time.

Shivaji's Historic Escape From Agra

Shivaji's Historic Escape From Agra

Rediff.com24 Nov 2023

In 1666, Shivaji Maharaj and his son Sambhaji escaped from the Agra Fort, one of the most miraculous escapes in India's history.

Is It All About Modi's Guarantee?

Is It All About Modi's Guarantee?

Rediff.com23 Aug 2023

August 15, 2023 became for me, an extraordinary Independence Day. I will remember it as the day the country's largest political party -- one that struts around like a colossus and tutors us in apt behaviour -- suddenly looked bankrupt in terms of ideas and had to take out a personal guarantee from the prime minister to underscore its capacity to deliver our future, observes Shyam G Menon.

The ultimate comeback story: KL Rahul's triumph over injury and doubt

The ultimate comeback story: KL Rahul's triumph over injury and doubt

Rediff.com10 Sep 2023

Rahul had suffered the debilitating injury during the IPL, which later necessitated surgery in London.

'A Jungle Boogie -- The Real Deal!'

'A Jungle Boogie -- The Real Deal!'

Rediff.com7 Jul 2023

The Pandays aka The Travelling Family are making a trip around the world. Three days spent in the Amazon were unforgettable.

How Siraj turned around his bowling during Covid lockdown!

How Siraj turned around his bowling during Covid lockdown!

Rediff.com21 Apr 2023

Royal Challengers Bangalore pacer Mohammed Siraj grabbed four wickets to lead his side to a 24-run win over Punjab Kings.

Strange are the ways of selectors

Strange are the ways of selectors

Rediff.com29 May 2003

Bigg Boss 16: Is Sajid the SMARTEST player? VOTE!

Bigg Boss 16: Is Sajid the SMARTEST player? VOTE!

Rediff.com12 Dec 2022

After two months of Bigg Boss 16, Sajid Khan is being tagged as the real mastermind inside the BB house.

Alone Review: Mohanlal's WORST Performance!

Alone Review: Mohanlal's WORST Performance!

Rediff.com16 Mar 2023

If you thought you loved Mohanlal and that you could watch him do anything for 120 minutes, Alone is your chance to put your love to the test, observes Mayur Sanap.

Sunil Gavaskar: Opening with Kohli was a little strange

Sunil Gavaskar: Opening with Kohli was a little strange

Rediff.com29 Jan 2014

Former India captain Sunil Gavaskar has lashed out at the indifferent show by the Indian bowlers in the ongoing ODI series against New Zealand which the visitors have already lost after the defeat in the fourth one-dayer in Hamilton on Tuesday.

Yeh Meri Family Review: Nostalgic

Yeh Meri Family Review: Nostalgic

Rediff.com24 May 2023

Yeh Meri Family is rescued by the actors. All of them have delivered on the warmth and crankiness of a close-knit family without putting on any hum saath saath hain fakery, observes Deepa Gahlot.

'Starc, Zampa will be Australia's key bowlers at World Cup'

'Starc, Zampa will be Australia's key bowlers at World Cup'

Rediff.com4 Apr 2023

Former Australia captain Ricky Ponting expects Mitchell Starc and Adam Zampa to do the star turn when the ODI World Cup is held in India later this year.

'Dinesh Karthik should be batting more'

'Dinesh Karthik should be batting more'

Rediff.com22 Sep 2022

'There is a role for him to come up the order.'

Why the strange quest for privacy on Facebook?

Why the strange quest for privacy on Facebook?

Rediff.com27 Sep 2011

Facebook, the world's biggest social networking website, is attempting to become the one-stop media hub for its 750 million users.

'I'm not going to abort any stunt on KKK'

'I'm not going to abort any stunt on KKK'

Rediff.com15 May 2023

'When I came to India a year ago, all I knew were two words: 'Accha' and 'Namaste'.'

Bigg Boss 16: Why Sajid Needs To Be Punished!

Bigg Boss 16: Why Sajid Needs To Be Punished!

Rediff.com24 Nov 2022

Sajid Khan has never been grilled for his behaviour and it's becoming more and move evident that the makers are favouring him on the show.

Are India's Toppers Ready For Life?

Are India's Toppers Ready For Life?

Rediff.com31 May 2023

I feel it is utterly silly to disproportionately celebrate academic achievements in school and college when there is so much life and transformation by life yet to happen, states Shyam G Menon.

'We are telling the story of our tallest hero'

'We are telling the story of our tallest hero'

Rediff.com30 Nov 2023

'The moment the Army approved the script, they told us that they will give their full support and asked us for our full dedication.'

'Close to full pace' Hazlewood set to steam in at WTC final

'Close to full pace' Hazlewood set to steam in at WTC final

Rediff.com31 May 2023

Having played as many as 15 Tests against India, Hazlewood is looking forward to the challenge of playing the Asian giants at a neutral venue.

From Rediff Archives: The strange case of Yakub Memon

From Rediff Archives: The strange case of Yakub Memon

Rediff.com21 Jul 2015

Back in 2007, Rediff.com's Sheela Bhatt had profiled Yakub after he was sentenced to death by the Terrorist and Disruptive Actives (Prevention) Act court for criminal conspiracy and financing air tickets to send co-conspirators for arms and RDX training to Pakistan.

10 Gangster Shows On OTT

10 Gangster Shows On OTT

Rediff.com10 Oct 2023

Deepa Gahlot lists 10 gangster thrillers on OTT for those who have the stomach for gaalis and gore.

From Rediff Archives: The strange case of Yakub Memon

From Rediff Archives: The strange case of Yakub Memon

Rediff.com15 Jul 2015

Back in 2007, Rediff.com's Sheela Bhatt had profiled Yakub after he was sentenced to death by the Terrorist and Disruptive Actives (Prevention) Act court for criminal conspiracy and financing air tickets to send co-conspirators for arms and RDX training to Pakistan.

Kohli recalls time when de Villiers decided to quit

Kohli recalls time when de Villiers decided to quit

Rediff.com29 Mar 2022

Kohli and de Villers -- the two talismans had raised the batting standards in the IPL year after year and shattered numerous records along the way.

Jaadugar Review

Jaadugar Review

Rediff.com15 Jul 2022

Jaadugar is too flimsy, feels Sukanya Verma.

Why Did This MLA Run All Day?

Why Did This MLA Run All Day?

Rediff.com14 Feb 2023

What was Baljeet Yadav trying to achieve?

'Congress is fighting with bows and arrows whereas BJP has cannons'

'Congress is fighting with bows and arrows whereas BJP has cannons'

Rediff.com23 Aug 2023

'The Congress is not pragmatic about politics or about people.' 'Rahul's intention is good, but good intention does not win you elections.'

Another pandemic? Scientists revive 48,500-yr-old 'zombie' virus

Another pandemic? Scientists revive 48,500-yr-old 'zombie' virus

Rediff.com30 Nov 2022

French scientists have revived a 48,500-year-old zombie virus buried under a frozen lake in Russia until now!

We weren't brave enough with bat: Kohli

We weren't brave enough with bat: Kohli

Rediff.com1 Nov 2020

Royal Challengers Bangalore skipper Virat Kohli blamed his side's five-wicket defeat to Sunrisers Hyderabad, in Sharjah on Saturday, on poor batting.

BJP takes a dig as Rahul says he doesn't have a house

BJP takes a dig as Rahul says he doesn't have a house

Rediff.com26 Feb 2023

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on Sunday said he has never owned a house and noted that this experience had helped him 'change' his Bharat Jodo Yatra and connect with the people.

Wacky villages: A look at strange cases of rural life

Wacky villages: A look at strange cases of rural life

Rediff.com18 Mar 2015

Somewhat weird, these offbeat villages will assuredly put to rest the notion that village life is uninteresting.

FIFA WC: Messi fit for last chance at winning the dream

FIFA WC: Messi fit for last chance at winning the dream

Rediff.com22 Nov 2022

"It's a beautiful thing that many people outside Argentina want us to be champions and that it's largely because of me," Messi said.

'Multi-headed selfish alliance': BJP plays down Oppn unity meet

'Multi-headed selfish alliance': BJP plays down Oppn unity meet

Rediff.com23 Jun 2023

The remarks by the BJP leaders came as 17 opposition parties resolved to fight the 2024 Lok Sabha elections unitedly to defeat the saffron party and work with flexibility by setting aside their differences. They dubbed the planned alliance as "unholy and opportunistic".

Asian U-20 C'ship-bound athletes' equipment stuck in Delhi

Asian U-20 C'ship-bound athletes' equipment stuck in Delhi

Rediff.com3 Jun 2023

The AFI official said that Air India refused to carry three poles measuring 5m each to be used by the two athletes, on the ground of some "technical issues" concerning prescribed length of the items.

One of the most open World Cups in recent memory

One of the most open World Cups in recent memory

Rediff.com4 Jul 2014

As much as I would love to witness a Brazil-Argentina final at the Copacabana beach, Colombia, Germany, Netherlands and Argentina look like the semi-finalists and, if Argentina peaks at the right time, Germany vs Argentina could be the title match, says Mauktik Kulkarni.

Why Short-Sellers Like Hindenburg Matter

Why Short-Sellers Like Hindenburg Matter

Rediff.com8 Feb 2023

Strange souls see a research report on an Indian conglomerate as part of a vast conspiracy to Keep India Down. There is only one possible response to this: Grow up. Nobody in the West cares enough about India or Adani to put all the effort into creating a giant conspiracy that links together BBC documentaries and short-sellers, points out Mihir S Sharma.

'The real GDP was captured better'

'The real GDP was captured better'

Rediff.com1 Dec 2023

'Revision of the base year for both CPI and GDP are long overdue.' 'The basic data that went into the 2011-2012 series were mainly from surveys done in 2011 or earlier.' 'We have since seen the emergence of new sectors like platform-based work and online marketing.' 'The employment surveys and the consumption surveys need to reflect these adequately.'

'Possible ISI is trying to build a Frankenstein's monster'

'Possible ISI is trying to build a Frankenstein's monster'

Rediff.com1 Mar 2023

'Punjab is a border state and no one knows the ISI's game plan. It can stoop down to any level.'