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'There is more to India than just Slumdog Millionaire'

'There is more to India than just Slumdog Millionaire'

Rediff.com11 Jan 2010

Two young students of Indian origin from Chile and the United States of America, who attended the 8th Bharatiya Pravasi Divas as part of Know India Program, reveal how their current tour of India has helped them cleanse themselves of their prejudices spurned by Bollywood movies and how they wish to further strengthen their relationship with India by working with the country's underprivileged.

Winners of World Press Photo of the Year are truly incredible

Winners of World Press Photo of the Year are truly incredible

Rediff.com21 Apr 2021

A photo symbolising "love and compassion" of an 85-year-old Brazilian woman getting her first embrace in five months from a nurse through a transparent "hug curtain" has been named the World Press Photo of the Year. This year, according to organisers, 74,470 images were submitted for judging, made by 4,315 photographers from 130 different countries. World Press Photo has been kind enough to allow to share some of this year's winning photos here with you.

'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.

Ferrari's Leclerc claims first F1 win in Belgium

Ferrari's Leclerc claims first F1 win in Belgium

Rediff.com1 Sep 2019

Ferrari's Charles Leclerc held off Lewis Hamilton to win his first Formula One race on Sunday in the Belgian Formula One Grand Prix.

Mary Kom leads 11 Indian boxers to President's Cup finals

Mary Kom leads 11 Indian boxers to President's Cup finals

Rediff.com27 Jul 2019

Six-time World Championships gold medallist Mary Kom and former World Championships bronze medallist Gaurav Bidhuri staved off tough challenges in their respective weight categories to make the finals, at the 23rd President's Cup.

Kargil war hero's parents remember their son 'Naughty'

Kargil war hero's parents remember their son 'Naughty'

Rediff.com21 Jul 2019

Saurabh's parents Narinder Kumar and Vijay Kalia remember with crystal clear clarity that moment 20 years ago when they saw their elder son for the last time. He was not yet 23 and on his way to rejoin duty but they did not know where.

When iPhone photos become works of art

When iPhone photos become works of art

Rediff.com31 Jul 2019

In the hands of skilled photographers, smartphones are capable of producing works of art - as these stunning images show. Now in its twelfth year, the iPhone Photography Awards competition aims to find the best photographs taken using just an iPhone. Every year since it was founded in 2007, the IPPAWARDS has selected the very best shots among thousands submitted by iPhone photographers from more than 140 countries around the world. This year's grand prize went to Gabriella Cigliano for a mesmerising image shot on an iPhone X of two young girls in Tanzania. Scroll down to take a look at the stunning photos that made the cut.

LG ultra-light handset @ Rs 2,499

LG ultra-light handset @ Rs 2,499

Rediff.com10 Jun 2005

LG Electronics on Friday introduced its ultra-light weight CDMA mobile handset 'LG RD 2330' in the domestic market.

IPL 2021, Week 2: All the Hits & Misses

IPL 2021, Week 2: All the Hits & Misses

Rediff.com26 Apr 2021

Rajneesh Gupta presents all the important numbers after the second week of IPL 2021.

'Putin is playing Russian roulette'

'Putin is playing Russian roulette'

Rediff.com25 Feb 2022

'There is a cost to war.' 'The West knows that and so does Putin.' 'The point is, how much of the cost are both sides willing to pay?'

Serena aims to inspire women the world over with this powerful message

Serena aims to inspire women the world over with this powerful message

Rediff.com6 Mar 2018

Serena had said on Monday that she "can't wait for the future" as she warmed up for her return to the WTA Tour at the Tie Break Tens exhibition at Madison Square Garden.

9/11: 20 Years Later, A Father Mourns A Dead Son

9/11: 20 Years Later, A Father Mourns A Dead Son

Rediff.com22 Nov 2021

Dates like 9/11 should never be allowed to pass by forgotten because terrorism is not to be borne, inhumanity is not to borne.

'I had to find troops for Dhaka'

'I had to find troops for Dhaka'

Rediff.com14 Dec 2006

General J F R Jacob looks back at the 1971 war.

Sai Praneeth, Tai Tzu take Bengaluru Raptors to second consecutive PBL title win

Sai Praneeth, Tai Tzu take Bengaluru Raptors to second consecutive PBL title win

Rediff.com9 Feb 2020

With the two teams locked 2-2 in the overall tie after the first the three matches, it was left to their respective mixed doubles pairs to push them ahead.

President's Cup: Mary Kom, Simranjit win gold as Indian boxers grab nine medals

President's Cup: Mary Kom, Simranjit win gold as Indian boxers grab nine medals

Rediff.com28 Jul 2019

Mary Kom had also won a gold medal at the India Open boxing tournament in May

Shubhankar equals best finish at Major after signing off tied 51st

Shubhankar equals best finish at Major after signing off tied 51st

Rediff.com22 Jul 2019

Making his 23rd birthday memorable, Shubankar hit six birdies, three of them on last six holes, including the dangerous 16th, also called 'Calamity'.

Sasikiran loses in second round

Sasikiran loses in second round

Rediff.com14 Jun 2005

The Indian GM's flag fell in a rook versus Bishop endgame after 100 moves against top seed Emil Sutovsky

Narain 20th in first practice

Narain 20th in first practice

Rediff.com1 Jul 2005

The Indian driver placed behind Jordan test driver Robert Doornbas in Friday's practice ahead of Sunday's French Grand Prix.

US Open PIX: Osaka, Brady cruise into semis

US Open PIX: Osaka, Brady cruise into semis

Rediff.com9 Sep 2020

Images from Day 9 of the 2020 US Open in New York, on Tuesday.

Henin crushes Petrova

Henin crushes Petrova

Rediff.com2 Jun 2005

Justine Henin-Hardenne crushed Nadia Petrova 6-2, 6-3 in the semi-final

Mahindra XUV700: A powerhouse that ushers in a new era of excellence

Mahindra XUV700: A powerhouse that ushers in a new era of excellence

Rediff.com21 Aug 2021

Is the XUV700 just a facelifted XUV500 or is it a completely new breed in the vast range of SUVs available today? Rajesh Karkera takes the latest offering from the Mahindra stable for a spin to find out.

Indian Airlines win K D Singh Babu hockey

Indian Airlines win K D Singh Babu hockey

Rediff.com10 Dec 2002

They beat Border Security Force in the final. Namdhari XI finished third.

Soccer: Barca play first game without Messi; Zizou's son sees red

Soccer: Barca play first game without Messi; Zizou's son sees red

Rediff.com16 Aug 2021

Images from football matches played across Europe.

Dulquer-Sai play married couple in Kali

Dulquer-Sai play married couple in Kali

Rediff.com4 Feb 2016

The latest updates from the Malayalam film industry.

Veterans, experts laud move to create post of CDS

Veterans, experts laud move to create post of CDS

Rediff.com15 Aug 2019

The CDS will be senior to the service chiefs and his primary role will be to work towards increasing operational coordination among the army, the navy or the air force and deal with India's national security with a comprehensive approach.

Gloom descends as sister bids adieu to army captain who died in J-K

Gloom descends as sister bids adieu to army captain who died in J-K

Rediff.com5 Feb 2018

As she walked near the tricolour-wrapped coffin, tears welled up in her eyes. She then, carefully touched the surface of the wooden coffin, and then laid her head on it, and cried, "Bhai (brother)", multiple times.

Review: Angels is forgettable

Review: Angels is forgettable

Rediff.com1 Dec 2014

Angels has a disappointing story and shoddy film-making, says Paresh C Palicha.

'I am the most raided person in India'

'I am the most raided person in India'

Rediff.com4 Dec 2020

'If there is anyone who is a victim of vendetta politics, it is me.'

Ayodhya: Beyond the Supreme Court verdict

Ayodhya: Beyond the Supreme Court verdict

Rediff.com7 Nov 2019

Nothing would please our adversaries if the court verdict sees triumphalism on the part of the majority and sullen anger of the minority, says Colonel Anil A Athale (retd).

Karunanidhi turns 93

Karunanidhi turns 93

Rediff.com3 Jun 2016

Distribution of sweets, welfare assistance and blood donation by party workers were among the highlights of celebrations of the 93rd birthday of Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam patriarch M Karunanidhi on Friday.

Ashes: 'A Battle of the Flaws'

Ashes: 'A Battle of the Flaws'

Rediff.com27 Jan 2018

'What we are about to watch in Australia is a mid-table contest -- 3rd versus 5th in the ICC Test championship table.' 'Both teams seem full of flaws.'

What you need to know about the Statue of Unity

What you need to know about the Statue of Unity

Rediff.com30 Oct 2018

The Statue of Unity, touted as the world's tallest statue, will be nearly twice as tall as New York's famed Statue of Liberty. Check out all that you need to know about India's tribute to Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel.

Euro 2016: What went wrong with England's opener

Euro 2016: What went wrong with England's opener

Rediff.com12 Jun 2016

For all the positives that England can take from their performance against Russia in their opening Euro 2016 game there remains the worrying issue that their sophisticated modern defenders remain vulnerable to the most basic of attacking ploys -- a long punt into the box.

What US looks like during a shutdown

What US looks like during a shutdown

Rediff.com14 Jan 2019

A partial United States government shutdown over President Donald Trump's demand for $5.7 billion to build a wall along the US-Mexico border entered its 23rd day on Sunday making it the longest shuttering of federal agencies in the country's history, with no end in sight. The closure, which began on December 22, broke a decades-old record by a 1995-1996 shutdown under former US President Bill Clinton that lasted 21 days.

85 UNFORGETTABLE Asha Bhosle songs

85 UNFORGETTABLE Asha Bhosle songs

Rediff.com7 Sep 2018

Take a look at the list and sing along!

UEFA Champions League: Atletico have history on their mind

UEFA Champions League: Atletico have history on their mind

Rediff.com27 May 2016

Two years on from their defeat by Real Madrid in the Champions League final, Atletico Madrid are back on the same stage against the same rival - wiser and determined not to be haunted by the memories of Lisbon.

ASK ANU: 'I feel suffocated. I want to be happy'

ASK ANU: 'I feel suffocated. I want to be happy'

Rediff.com6 Sep 2021

In her weekly column, mental health guru Anu Krishna offers advice on how to take charge of your life.

2nd Test, Day 3: India wrest back control after Mathews, Chandimal tons

2nd Test, Day 3: India wrest back control after Mathews, Chandimal tons

Rediff.com4 Dec 2017

Ravichandran Ashwin (3/90 in 35 overs) got quick breakthroughs in the final session as the tourists ended the third day's play of the third Test 180 runs behind.

Trump praises India at UNGA; says US rejects globalism

Trump praises India at UNGA; says US rejects globalism

Rediff.com25 Sep 2018

He said the US believes that when nations respect the rights of their neighbours and defend the interests of their people, they can better work together to secure the blessings of safety, prosperity and peace.