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Meet The 10 Indian-Origin Nobel Laureates

Meet The 10 Indian-Origin Nobel Laureates

Rediff.com1 Jan 2026

Who have been India's Laureates, winners from India or of Indian-origin?

OnePlus 15R Launches In India With 7,400 mAh Battery

OnePlus 15R Launches In India With 7,400 mAh Battery

Rediff.com22 Dec 2025

OnePlus has unveiled its latest smartphone, the OnePlus 15R, for the Indian market with a starting price of 47,999.

Pant in danger? Selectors face tough ODI dilemma

Pant in danger? Selectors face tough ODI dilemma

Rediff.com1 Jan 2026

The Indian selectors will be announcing the team for the three-match ODI series against the Black Caps, starting January 11 in Vadodara and there have been speculations about whether Pant can hold on to his place in the squad.

Mumba Masters make it two wins, go top of Global Chess League table

Mumba Masters make it two wins, go top of Global Chess League table

Rediff.com15 Dec 2025

A supremely confident upGrad Mumba Masters came up with another grand performance, beating Fyers American Gambits 9-7 to make it two wins on the trot and go top of the table in the Global Chess League in Mumbai on Monday.

Fireworks in GCL as Pipers win, Mumba Masters roll on

Fireworks in GCL as Pipers win, Mumba Masters roll on

Rediff.com17 Dec 2025

A clinical performance on the prodigy board by GM Leon Luke Mendonca and a last-gasp victory by Nino Batsiashvili powered Alpine SG Pipers into title contention as they beat Fyers American Gambits 10-4 to register their second consecutive win in the Global Chess League in Mumbai on Wednesday.

How Bhavitha Mandava Made Fashion History

How Bhavitha Mandava Made Fashion History

Rediff.com8 Dec 2025

From New York subways to Paris couture spotlight, Bhavitha didn't chase fashion, fashion actually found her.

Ranvir-Deepika, Genelia-Riteish: Meet The Stylish Desi Couples

Ranvir-Deepika, Genelia-Riteish: Meet The Stylish Desi Couples

Rediff.com8 Dec 2025

From handwoven saris to custom-designed festivewear, see how your favourite stars attended Swadesh's launch in Mumbai.

World Rapid Championships: Krishna, 15, in joint lead with Carlsen

World Rapid Championships: Krishna, 15, in joint lead with Carlsen

Rediff.com26 Dec 2025

Kerala teenager Krishna Goutham shares the lead with World No 1 Magnus Carlsen, top Indian exponent Arjun Erigaisi, and Vladislav Artemiev.

World Rapid chess: Erigaisi, Gukesh in lead with Carlsen

World Rapid chess: Erigaisi, Gukesh in lead with Carlsen

Rediff.com27 Dec 2025

Reigning classical World champion D Gukesh, Arjun Erigaisi and world No.1 Magnus Carlsen were among the leaders after the first five rounds on the opening day of the FIDE World Rapid Championships in Doha on Thursday.

When It's Time To Party, Madonna Is...

When It's Time To Party, Madonna Is...

Rediff.com18 Dec 2025

With the holiday season in full swing, the Drive actress' wardrobe feels like the perfect mix of bold, playful and dance-floor approved.

World Rapid: Humpy in joint lead; Gukesh, Erigaisi stay in hunt

World Rapid: Humpy in joint lead; Gukesh, Erigaisi stay in hunt

Rediff.com28 Dec 2025

Reigning champion Koneru Humpy displayed her trademark composure and tenacity to remain in joint lead in the women's section.

Hey Anyaa, Why Are You Stealing Our Dil?

Hey Anyaa, Why Are You Stealing Our Dil?

Rediff.com18 Dec 2025

After her stint in The Ba***ds Of Bollywood, Anyaa Singh is now all set to feature on the big screens with Border 2. She is quickly emerging as one of those girls whose style feels fresh without trying too hard.

3rd Test: NZ's Conway, Latham smash hundreds vs WI

3rd Test: NZ's Conway, Latham smash hundreds vs WI

Rediff.com18 Dec 2025

New Zealand, who are 1-0 up in the three-Test series, were 334 for one at stumps with Conway on 178 having hit 25 fours.

Kriti Sanon Is Simply Slaying It

Kriti Sanon Is Simply Slaying It

Rediff.com2 Dec 2025

With Tere Ishq Mein doing so well at the box office, Kriti Sanon is once again reminding everyone why she is one of the top fashionistas in Bollywood.

POCO C85 5G Debuts In India With Giant 6.9-Inch Display

POCO C85 5G Debuts In India With Giant 6.9-Inch Display

Rediff.com16 Dec 2025

POCO C85 5G has arrived in India, with its entry variant tagged at 11,999.

Record-breaking Latham, Conway hit tons as NZ set WI mammoth target

Record-breaking Latham, Conway hit tons as NZ set WI mammoth target

Rediff.com21 Dec 2025

West Indies, who trail 1-0 in the three-Test series, finished the day on 43 for no loss, still 419 behind their improbable target. Brandon King was batting on 37, while John Campbell was on two.

BlackBuck exits Bengaluru, invited to relocate to Vizag

BlackBuck exits Bengaluru, invited to relocate to Vizag

Rediff.com17 Sep 2025

Online trucking platform BlackBuck co-founder & CEO Rajesh Yabaji on Tuesday said that the company has decided to move out of its current location at Bellandur on Bengaluru's Outer Ring Road (ORR), citing commuting and road infrastructure issues. The ORR, which is one of the IT corridors in the city, often witnesses traffic congestion.

Bangkok Love Story... And A Recipe

Bangkok Love Story... And A Recipe

Rediff.com2 Jan 2026

Bangkok is a fast, 24-hour megapolis, full of joie de vivre and buoyance that you will be instantly smitten, like I was.

2025's Top 10 OTT Shows

2025's Top 10 OTT Shows

Rediff.com16 Dec 2025

In 2025, OTT series were entertaining enough, even though most were in the crime genre.

The Hottest Cholis Of 2025

The Hottest Cholis Of 2025

Rediff.com24 Dec 2025

2025 was the year blouses stopped being just blouses. They became the star of the outfit.

Messi arrives in Hyderabad for second leg of GOAT India Tour

Messi arrives in Hyderabad for second leg of GOAT India Tour

Rediff.com13 Dec 2025

Argentine football icon Lionel Messi arrived in Hyderabad for the second leg of his GOAT India Tour 2025 on Saturday evening, after a chaotic start to the much-anticipated event in Kolkata.

Ayesha, The Girl Who Took Our Dil

Ayesha, The Girl Who Took Our Dil

Rediff.com16 Dec 2025

Whether she's setting the dance floor on fire or giving fashion goals, Ayesha Khan can truly do it all.

US Vice President Vance defends wife Usha against ethnic slurs

US Vice President Vance defends wife Usha against ethnic slurs

Rediff.com24 Dec 2025

US Vice President JD Vance has strongly criticized commentators for making derogatory remarks about his Indian-origin wife, Usha Vance, following racist comments from a right-wing podcaster.

Williamson to skip India ODIs; Bracewell named captain

Williamson to skip India ODIs; Bracewell named captain

Rediff.com23 Dec 2025

Kane Williamson is unavailable for ODI selection due to his commitments in the SA20 league.

Hyderabad shows how it's done as Messi delivers

Hyderabad shows how it's done as Messi delivers

Rediff.com13 Dec 2025

Lionel Messi's programme in Hyderabad was in stark contrast to the mayhem in Kolkata as the second leg of the GOAT India Tour ended on a positive note thanks to thorough preparations, sound planning, and discipline.

Gita, Assam tea, Kashmiri saffron: Modi's gifts to Putin

Gita, Assam tea, Kashmiri saffron: Modi's gifts to Putin

Rediff.com5 Dec 2025

"Presented a copy of the Gita in Russian to President Putin. The teachings of the Gita give inspiration to millions across the world," PM Modi said in a post on X.

Samyuktha Is Versatile, Bold, Fearless

Samyuktha Is Versatile, Bold, Fearless

Rediff.com3 Dec 2025

Samyuktha Menon is back in the spotlight with Akhanda 2: Thaandavam and so is her seriously underrated style game.

Aishwarya Dazzles At Red Sea Film Festival

Aishwarya Dazzles At Red Sea Film Festival

Rediff.com5 Dec 2025

Aishwarya Rai Bachchan made waves at the opening ceremony of the fifth edition of the Red Sea Film Festival in Saudi Arabia, when she chose to make her red carpet arrival in monochrome.

8 Heady Whiskies To Warm You Up This Season

8 Heady Whiskies To Warm You Up This Season

Rediff.com23 Dec 2025

Let these spirits liven up your winter!

Bizarre Bites: 7 Of The World's Strangest Foods

Bizarre Bites: 7 Of The World's Strangest Foods

Rediff.com19 Dec 2025

The world is full of daring delicacies that we are not sure we would like to take a bite of. One person's culinary delight might be another person's food horror show.

Parliament clears 'G Ram G' bill; Oppn stages overnight protest

Parliament clears 'G Ram G' bill; Oppn stages overnight protest

Rediff.com19 Dec 2025

"This is an insult to India's poor, it is an insult to Mahatma Gandhi, it is an insult to Rabindranath Tagore. With just five hours' notice, this bill was given to us. We were not allowed a proper debate," Ghose said.

'All The Ministers Surrounded Messi, We Couldn't See Anything'

'All The Ministers Surrounded Messi, We Couldn't See Anything'

Rediff.com13 Dec 2025

Lionel Messi's much-hyped visit to the Salt Lake Stadium in Kolkata on Saturday lasted 22 minutes, just enough to underline everything that is wrong in Indian football and the state administration's mismanagement.

Get Plum Crazy: 8 Health Benefits

Get Plum Crazy: 8 Health Benefits

Rediff.com20 Dec 2025

There are more than 200 varieties of plums grown across the world but each brings its own flavour and texture, yet all are equally nourishing, no matter their colour or taste, says Cleveland Clinic.

Tejaswini And Her Many Moods

Tejaswini And Her Many Moods

Rediff.com1 Dec 2025

Tejaswini Sharma is the kind of girl whose Instagram scroll never gets boring. From soft, dreamy looks to bold, edgy fits and everything in between, her feed is a full-blown fashion flipbook.

How Trump's Rules Are Killing American Tourism

How Trump's Rules Are Killing American Tourism

Rediff.com25 Dec 2025

'America has historically been a magnet for people who aren't from here.' 'That sort of thing -- the promise of opportunity, no matter what that looks like -- doesn't grow on trees.' 'It also happens to be geopolitical gold that Trump is flushing down the toilet,' points out Sree Sreenivasan.

Bhumi, Janhvi, Ananya Pay An Ode To...

Bhumi, Janhvi, Ananya Pay An Ode To...

Rediff.com8 Dec 2025

Mumbai witnessed an event dipped in heritage and glamour as Nita Ambani unveiled the Swadesh flagship store, a space built to honour India's finest master artisans and their craft legacies.

Fog crash: She saved her kids, then vanished in flames

Fog crash: She saved her kids, then vanished in flames

Rediff.com16 Dec 2025

A pile-up involving multiple buses and smaller vehicles on the Yamuna Expressway due to dense fog resulted in at least 13 fatalities. Rescue efforts were hampered by poor visibility, and identification of the deceased is proving difficult.

Farhana Is Blinging It On!

Farhana Is Blinging It On!

Rediff.com25 Nov 2025

Farhana Bodi is known for her bold, experimental style, the kind that makes people stop scrolling.

Samsung Unveils Galaxy Z TriFold

Samsung Unveils Galaxy Z TriFold

Rediff.com12 Dec 2025

Samsung has put out its pioneering triple-fold handset, the Galaxy Z TriFold, which boasts a 10-inch AMOLED screen and is powered by the high-performance Snapdragon 8 Elite chip, promising a seamless and striking user experience.

Buying The Most Coveted Japani Joota

Buying The Most Coveted Japani Joota

Rediff.com25 Dec 2025

'When you finally hold that red bag with your personalised Onitsukas inside, it feels like ticking off a very satisfying item on your travel checklist,' discovers Mayur Sanap after visiting Onitsuka Tiger's famous Red Concept store in Tokyo.