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Nothing Rigorous About Sidhu's Prison Term

Nothing Rigorous About Sidhu's Prison Term

Rediff.com30 May 2022

Navjot Sidhu's life inside jail wouldn't be ten percent as hard as that of an ordinary convict who is in jail for assault leading to unintentional death, argues Sudhir Bisht.

Italian Cup: Ronaldo misses penalty but Juve squeeze into final

Italian Cup: Ronaldo misses penalty but Juve squeeze into final

Rediff.com13 Jun 2020

The two key moments happened within six seconds of each other early in the match played behind closed doors at the Allianz Stadium.

Karthik's form bodes well for us: KKR

Karthik's form bodes well for us: KKR

Rediff.com22 Mar 2018

KKR hopeful of Russell, Lynn for IPL opener vs RCB

'PK is probably one of my most difficult roles'

'PK is probably one of my most difficult roles'

Rediff.com10 Dec 2014

'My biggest challenge was getting into the head of the character.' Aamir Khan talks about his big release, PK.

'The trick is to look forward with excitement, then you're alive all the time'

'The trick is to look forward with excitement, then you're alive all the time'

Rediff.com26 Sep 2022

Varsha Bhosle salutes that effervescent icon of Indian cinema, Dev Anand.

Was This The Right Time For Agnipath?

Was This The Right Time For Agnipath?

Rediff.com7 Jul 2022

'Given the possibility that our unstable northern and western borders may become 'live' at short notice, any major systemic change which impacts combat effectiveness should be brought about in a cautious and progressive manner.'

Serial intruder 'Jarvo69' enters field of play again, arrested

Serial intruder 'Jarvo69' enters field of play again, arrested

Rediff.com3 Sep 2021

YouTuber Daniel Jarvis, who has gained notoriety for breaching security at will during the ongoing India-England series, was arrested by the South London Police after he entered The Oval arena during the pre-lunch session on Friday, Day 2 of the fourth Test.

'Yashpal didn't get credit for '83 win'

'Yashpal didn't get credit for '83 win'

Rediff.com16 Jul 2021

'He was the one who set the agenda for the 1983 World Cup win with 89 in the first match against the West Indies, then top-scoring with 40 in the crucial match against Australia when we had to qualify for the semi-finals.' 'He played another brilliant innings of 61 against England in the semi-finals.'

How Dum Maro Dum was made

How Dum Maro Dum was made

Rediff.com9 Oct 2020

Asha Bhosle's terrific singing the song almost didn't make it into the film.

Are Orgasms Reserved Mostly For Men?

Are Orgasms Reserved Mostly For Men?

Rediff.com19 May 2022

'Desire is a strange thing.' 'It wells up uninvited and goes missing when most needed.'

Bring on the Melbourne crowds, says Djokovic

Bring on the Melbourne crowds, says Djokovic

Rediff.com1 Feb 2021

Some 25,000-30,000 fans will be admitted to Melbourne Park on each day of the Grand Slam and Novak Djokovic got a taste of what was to come when he played an exhibition match in Adelaide after coming out of quarantine on Friday.

Deeply hurt by Oppn's Constitution Day boycott, says LS speaker Birla

Deeply hurt by Oppn's Constitution Day boycott, says LS speaker Birla

Rediff.com26 Nov 2021

Expressing 'pain' over opposition parties boycotting the Constitution Day event organised by the Lok Sabha secretariat on Friday, speaker Om Birla said staying away from such non-partisan events held by Parliament is not good for the health of democracy.

'Missing China tennis player Peng will reappear in public soon'

'Missing China tennis player Peng will reappear in public soon'

Rediff.com20 Nov 2021

Djokovic says Peng situation horrifying, says tennis must unite.

Is Marin Cilic a one Slam wonder or the next big thing?

Is Marin Cilic a one Slam wonder or the next big thing?

Rediff.com9 Sep 2014

Marin Cilic hit all the right notes in a dominant 6-3, 6-3, 6-3 win over Kei Nishikori in the US Open final on Monday but it remains to be seen if the big Croatian is another one Slam wonder or perennial threat.

The real WINNER in Punjab will be...

The real WINNER in Punjab will be...

Rediff.com6 Jan 2022

The biggest winner will be the BJP -- which has such a small presence that every incremental vote it gets can only increase its strength. But the man who will win despite losing everything will be Captain Amarinder Singh, predicts Aditi Phadnis.

Was Abrogation Of Article 370 Legitimate In Law?

Was Abrogation Of Article 370 Legitimate In Law?

Rediff.com5 Aug 2022

A fascinating excerpt from Arghya Sengupta, Jinaly Dani, Kevin James, and Pranay Modi's Hamn Ast: A Biography of Article 370.Instead came a recommendation from Parliament, acting under the imposition of President's Rule, purporting to convey the views of the people of Jammu and Kashmir. This clever act achieved Parliament's purpose optimally. But was it legitimate in law?

Captain Kohli on what went wrong for RCB in IPL 2020

Captain Kohli on what went wrong for RCB in IPL 2020

Rediff.com7 Nov 2020

A bit of nerves, some hesitation and almost every good stroke going straight to the fielder -- Royal Challengers Bangalore skipper Virat Kohli listed multiple reasons for a "strange phase" in the IPL for his side which ended with a loss in the Eliminator.

PHOTOS: Miller magic seals Gujarat's win against CSK

PHOTOS: Miller magic seals Gujarat's win against CSK

Rediff.com18 Apr 2022

David Miller blasted a quickfire 51-ball 94 as Gujarat Titans pulled off an incredible come-from-behind three-wicket win over Chennai Super Kings in the IPL 2022 match at the Maharashtra Cricket Association Stadium in Pune on Sunday.

Haathi Mere Saathi review

Haathi Mere Saathi review

Rediff.com20 Sep 2021

Between bad writing, hysterical acting and a shoddy blend of CGI and the real deal, Haathi Mere Saathi completely neglects the message of saving our elephants, feels Sukanya Verma.

What's Going Wrong For MI, CSK?

What's Going Wrong For MI, CSK?

Rediff.com12 Apr 2022

Chennai and Mumbai have to win eight of their remaining 10 games to entertain hopes of making the play-offs in IPL 2022.

'I'm a greedy actor'

'I'm a greedy actor'

Rediff.com26 Aug 2022

'The idea is to chart your own path, live your life authentically, not be scared to ask questions and not be scared to demand to sit at the table.' 'They may not let you sit today, but they will, if you keep demanding it.'

Turning Point: Rabada's Super Over

Turning Point: Rabada's Super Over

Rediff.com21 Sep 2020

Strike bowler Kagiso Rabada swung the contest in Delhi Capitals's favour with the ball in the decisive Super Over against Kings XI Punjab.

Under fire, Rawat apologises but says torn jeans not right

Under fire, Rawat apologises but says torn jeans not right

Rediff.com19 Mar 2021

Facing flak over his "ripped jeans" comment, Uttarakhand Chief Minister Tirath Singh Rawat on Friday said he apologises for the remark if it has hurt anybody.

Varanasi dares to dream: All it took was one election

Varanasi dares to dream: All it took was one election

Rediff.com24 Jun 2014

The long-term plans for Varanasi will take time to materialise but what has changed is the mood, says Aditi Phadnis

Kenya's Kipchoge wins back-to-back marathon golds

Kenya's Kipchoge wins back-to-back marathon golds

Rediff.com8 Aug 2021

The World record holder has now won four Olympic medals overall, having also taken 5,000m silver in 2008 and bronze in 2004.

Does Kerala Need Silverline?

Does Kerala Need Silverline?

Rediff.com10 Apr 2022

Silverline seems symptomatic of how Kerala -- its claimed education, awareness and all -- overlooks its real problems, notes Shyam G Menon.

From soccer to F1, Russia stands to lose after invasion of Ukraine

From soccer to F1, Russia stands to lose after invasion of Ukraine

Rediff.com25 Feb 2022

Russia's invasion of Ukraine was condemned by the sporting community on Thursday, with President Vladimir Putin's country losing hosting rights for the UEFA Champions League final while Formula One drivers said it was "wrong" to race there this year.

Agnipath Stir: Thousands Stranded At Stations

Agnipath Stir: Thousands Stranded At Stations

Rediff.com20 Jun 2022

'I am helpless and there is no one to help me.' 'I have been on this platform since Saturday.'

India could have built more schools, homes than host F1: Hamilton

India could have built more schools, homes than host F1: Hamilton

Rediff.com16 Nov 2018

His comment on India did not go down well with some of his fans and he took to social media to justify what he said.

Have Pujara, Rahane played their last match for India?

Have Pujara, Rahane played their last match for India?

Rediff.com14 Jan 2022

After five failures in six completed knocks in South Africa, the two veteran batters surely seem to have played their last Test for India.

Hungarian Grand Prix: Vettel tops second practice

Hungarian Grand Prix: Vettel tops second practice

Rediff.com17 Jul 2020

Sebastian Vettel clocked a best lap in one minute and 40.464 seconds to outpace nearest rival and championship leader Valtteri Bottas of Mercedes by 0.272s.

Bollywood for all its genius has only one Salman Khan

Bollywood for all its genius has only one Salman Khan

Rediff.com30 Oct 2014

'His is a naive genius which eludes the sophisticated. He is natural, lazy, effortless. He is no match for other stars. His acting is poor, his dancing is worse. Yet Salman as Salman is miles ahead of them....'

US Open PIX: Raducanu, Rybakina, Osaka crash out

US Open PIX: Raducanu, Rybakina, Osaka crash out

Rediff.com31 Aug 2022

IMAGES from Day 2 of the US Open played at Flushing Meadows in New York on Tuesday.

Atrangi Re Review

Atrangi Re Review

Rediff.com24 Dec 2021

Sara Ali Khan is definitely a chip of the old block and Bollywood. The abandon in her dance, the candour in her histrionics, a combination of the ada and attributes of Rekha and Madhuri Dixit all rolled in one, she is like an old soul in a contemporary body, applauds Sukanya Verma.

Politics Scores Over Battle Against Covid

Politics Scores Over Battle Against Covid

Rediff.com28 Jan 2022

Politics, bureaucracy, ineptitude, double-standards and an attempt to politicise the fight in pseudo-nationalistic terms have all hampered the fight against this deadly virus, says Vir Sanghvi.

Do sportsmen need a crowd to be spurred on?

Do sportsmen need a crowd to be spurred on?

Rediff.com16 Mar 2020

Cricketing great Ian Chappell feels a sportsman 'doesn't necessarily' need a crowd to be 'spurred on' but he acknowledges the eeriness of empty stands at SCG where Australia thrashed New Zealand in Friday's ODI. The astute former Australia captain also spoke about the positive side of watching a cricket match without cheering fans.

Netaji's legacy party exploited for political reasons: Daughter

Netaji's legacy party exploited for political reasons: Daughter

Rediff.com17 Jan 2022

Amid a controversy over the rejection of West Bengal's tableau for the Republic Day parade themed on Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose and his Indian National Army, his daughter Anita Bose Pfaff said on Monday the legendary freedom fighter's legacy has often been 'partly exploited' for political reasons.

'I wish I could approach the happiest moment of my life with more positivity'

'I wish I could approach the happiest moment of my life with more positivity'

Rediff.com27 Jan 2022

'COVID has become highly contagious.' 'Being in front of the camera, you can't shoot with a mask on.' 'It's scary.' 'While I am shooting, the air-conditioning is circulating the same air.' 'All this is weighs on my mind, more so when I'll be coming home to a baby.'

Is it time to rest? Harish Rawat stirs Cong ahead of U'khand polls

Is it time to rest? Harish Rawat stirs Cong ahead of U'khand polls

Rediff.com23 Dec 2021

In a tweet in Hindi, Rawat said, 'Isn't it strange that the organisational structure at most places, instead of extending a helping hand, is standing with its head turned away or playing a negative role at a time when I have to swim across the ocean of elections.'

When Dilip Kumar spoke to Rediff

When Dilip Kumar spoke to Rediff

Rediff.com8 Jul 2021

'If a film was good, it would always work.'