News for '-canvas'

Pashmina shawl, tea set: Gifts from President to the Obamas

Pashmina shawl, tea set: Gifts from President to the Obamas

Rediff.com25 Jan 2015

US First Lady Michelle Obama, known for her impeccable fashion sense, got a Pashmina shawl from Kashmir with intricate embroidery as gift from President Pranab Mukherjee's wife Suvra Mukherjee.

Rohit Sharma and the Beauty of Destruction

Rohit Sharma and the Beauty of Destruction

Rediff.com13 Dec 2017

Talent they say is over-rated but in Rohit Sharma's case, the word had been thoroughly used and abused till Mahendra Singh Dhoni made him an opener, who could be beautifully destructive.

Disha Patani vs Esha Gupta: Vote for the HOTTEST showstopper!

Disha Patani vs Esha Gupta: Vote for the HOTTEST showstopper!

Rediff.com22 Aug 2017

Or do you prefer Malaika Arora Khan's red hot look? Take the poll below and tell us.

Christie's NY auction: Husain, Tyeb Mehta on sale

Christie's NY auction: Husain, Tyeb Mehta on sale

Rediff.com21 Aug 2008

Modernist painter Tyeb Mehta's Yellow Heads, which he painted in 1979 was showcased along with 'Steal 2,' an oil on canvas measuring 167.8cm X 228.5 cm by multimedia specialist Subodh Gupta as part of the 20 exclusive art works displayed at a select preview in New Delhi. Yellow Heads was tagged at between 2 crore (Rs 20 million) to 3.48 crore (Rs 34.8 million) and Steal 2 was estimated between 3.4 crore (Rs 34 million) and Rs 5 crore (Rs 50 million).

Rumours are true! Ronda Rousey goes nude for SI Swimsuit issue

Rumours are true! Ronda Rousey goes nude for SI Swimsuit issue

Rediff.com8 Jan 2016

Former Ultimate Fighting Champion Ronda Rousey will pose nude in this year's Sports Illustrated Swimsuit issue and yes, this confirms all the speculations churned by the rumour mills till date.

This is the world's smallest Mona Lisa

This is the world's smallest Mona Lisa

Rediff.com6 Aug 2013

Researchers at the Georgia Institute of Technology "painted" the world's most famous painting Mona Lisa on a substrate surface approximately 30 microns in width.

A shoe that transforms into a sandal

A shoe that transforms into a sandal

Rediff.com4 Aug 2008

According to the scientists, the footwear named Nat-2 looks like a regular pair of canvas shoes -- in fact, one can unzip the sole to reveal a pair of sandals. The canvas top can easily be folded up and slipped into a bag.

7 Reasons Why Columbus Has Made It's Mark In The Sport Shoes Segment In India

7 Reasons Why Columbus Has Made It's Mark In The Sport Shoes Segment In India

Rediff.com31 Aug 2015

7 Reasons Why Columbus Has Made It's Mark In The Sport Shoes Segment In India

Don't write off Federer yet

Don't write off Federer yet

Rediff.com18 Jun 2008

The world No 1 has lost too much ground this year. Wimbledon may see him salvage pride.

The Post Office

The Post Office

Rediff.com26 Oct 2020

'Allah is there above and, with him as witness, I am giving you this money. If my Mariam's letter arrives, you must deliver it.' The clerk stood still in astonishment. 'Where must it be delivered?' 'Upon my grave!'

Qatar to build Bedouin camp for 2022 World Cup fans

Qatar to build Bedouin camp for 2022 World Cup fans

Rediff.com27 Sep 2016

Qatar is to construct a special Bedouin-style desert camp to house thousands of fans during the 2022 World Cup as the Gulf state looks to broaden accommodation for the tournament beyond the limited number of apartments and hotels. A fan village among the sand dunes close to the Saudi border will house up to 2,000 visitors in Arabian tents, allowing them to experience the desert from close quarters, Qatar's World Cup organising committee said in a statement on Tuesday. "We will allow visitors from outside the country to enjoy Qatar and their football experience in an entirely new way," said the committee's Abdulaziz al-Mawlawi.

Nasdaq keen to buy stake in NSE

Nasdaq keen to buy stake in NSE

Rediff.com22 Feb 2007

NASDAQ, the world's largest electronic equities exchange, is looking to acquire equity position in National Stock Exchange of India Limited.

Mr Modi, let a Dalit girl break the coconut at Ram temple

Mr Modi, let a Dalit girl break the coconut at Ram temple

Rediff.com3 Aug 2020

If the PM gives the historic opportunity of laying the foundation stone of the Ram temple to a Dalit girl, it will send a transformational message to the Dalits in India and will give them a sense of belongingness, says Dr Sudhir Bisht.

GenNext at LFW: Bollywood won't be able to resist these designers

GenNext at LFW: Bollywood won't be able to resist these designers

Rediff.com31 Jan 2018

The first show of the season showcased collections from five new designers.

'Nobody can match my work in this country'

'Nobody can match my work in this country'

Rediff.com16 Oct 2020

Bhanu Athaiya on the films she has designed for, how Gandhi happened, and what it means to be a woman in a man's world.

'There was a lot of pain, a lot of struggle'

'There was a lot of pain, a lot of struggle'

Rediff.com21 Sep 2007

More than the gamut of emotions running through Namita Devidayal as she awaits the launch of her first book, there is the unseen presence of her guru, Dhondutai, 'the inheritor of the Jaipur gharana' and the inspiration behind The Music Room.

Bold and beautiful body art

Bold and beautiful body art

Rediff.com7 Jul 2015

The weird and wonderful world of body art is on display in Austria.

Review: Pallikoodam

Review: Pallikoodam

Rediff.com13 Aug 2007

Pallikkoodam brings back memories of school life.

South Korean champ Choi brain dead: official

South Korean champ Choi brain dead: official

Rediff.com2 Jan 2008

South Korean boxer Choi Yo-sam, who lapsed into a coma last week defending his World Boxing Organisation intercontinental flyweight title, has been declared brain dead, a hospital official said on Wednesday.

Watch out! Grey is back this summer

Watch out! Grey is back this summer

Rediff.com26 May 2017

The top six fashions trends to watch out this summer!

Tech Mahindra, Motorola to invest $12.5 mn in JV

Tech Mahindra, Motorola to invest $12.5 mn in JV

Rediff.com26 Jul 2006

Tech Mahindra and Motorola will be investing $12.5 million in their joint venture, CanvasM, to deliver application solutions for the global network providers and enterprises.\n

Gobindpur villagers release captive Posco execs

Gobindpur villagers release captive Posco execs

Rediff.com12 May 2007

The Posco India hostage crisis came to an end late on Friday night, with the Gobindpur villagers releasing the company executives they had taken captive earlier in the day, according to TV channels.

I will get up, resume writing: Tamil writer Perumal Murugan

I will get up, resume writing: Tamil writer Perumal Murugan

Rediff.com7 Jul 2016

Boosted by a Madras high court judgement that dismissed an attempt to bring criminal charges against Perumal Murugan whose writings on caste angered Hindu groups, the Tamil novelist has said he will "get up" and resume writing.

Mens Fall Shoe Trends 2014 - Stylish & Trendy Casual Shoes Under 499

Mens Fall Shoe Trends 2014 - Stylish & Trendy Casual Shoes Under 499

Rediff.com22 Nov 2014

Mens winter casual shoes trend. Check out some of the stylish Trendy and colourful shoes that won't kill your bank account.

Alternative Nobel winner Ruth Manorama speaks

Alternative Nobel winner Ruth Manorama speaks

Rediff.com30 Sep 2006

The award, Manorama said, had given a big push to these issues and, "I am happy that they have been recognised."\n\n

'People say the ghosts in my films were not scary'

'People say the ghosts in my films were not scary'

Rediff.com18 Sep 2019

'Films were made on a very low budget, so if there was a small defect, we would let it pass, and audiences often didn't catch those defects.' Shyam Ramsay tells us his 'horror' story.

PIX: Nadal sees off Medvedev in epic to win 4th US Open crown

PIX: Nadal sees off Medvedev in epic to win 4th US Open crown

Rediff.com9 Sep 2019

Images from the US Open final played at Flushing Meadows on Sunday

Uthappa has spice

Uthappa has spice

Rediff.com18 Oct 2005

Guess which actor has returned to painting?

Guess which actor has returned to painting?

Rediff.com17 Dec 2014

'I have become more comfortable with silences,' says Amol Palekar.

What do you think of these TV shows?

What do you think of these TV shows?

Rediff.com8 Jan 2019

Some were made on a grand scale, sending off a strong buzz even if they could not live up to it, while others told a good story.

All Priyanka did at Harry-Meghan's wedding

All Priyanka did at Harry-Meghan's wedding

Rediff.com21 May 2018

Pre wedding SHEnanigans, emotional posts and posing with the bride squad!

Adityanath's last chance to prove himself?

Adityanath's last chance to prove himself?

Rediff.com26 Mar 2019

The BJP's losses in Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh and Chhattisgarh, where the UP CM had addressed nearly 75 rallies, has put a big question mark on his ability to deliver in high-octane contests, reports Virendra Singh Rawat.

Tyeb Mehta painting sold for Rs 3.1 crore

Tyeb Mehta painting sold for Rs 3.1 crore

Rediff.com5 Dec 2005

The painting was purchased by Ranjit Malkani, chairman of Kuomi Travel, an Osian's release said.\n\n

Jaya's party uses elephants to spread word

Jaya's party uses elephants to spread word

Rediff.com10 May 2005

The elephants received Jaya and then went canvassing door-to-door.

Did the temperatures just soar?

Did the temperatures just soar?

Rediff.com23 Mar 2015

India's best-known swim and cruise wear designers Shivan and Naresh showcased their collection on Day Five of Lakme Fashion Week.

John Abraham to take on Batman, Superman

John Abraham to take on Batman, Superman

Rediff.com10 Feb 2016

The film has John Abraham doing actions stunts like never before.

Priyanka meets Azad amid UP role suspense

Priyanka meets Azad amid UP role suspense

Rediff.com12 Jul 2016

The meeting comes as reports suggest that she may play a bigger role and canvas for the party all over the state.

What is behind the rivalry between River Plate and Boca Juniors?

What is behind the rivalry between River Plate and Boca Juniors?

Rediff.com7 Dec 2018

Argentine clubs River Plate and Boca Juniors will contest the second leg of the Copa Libertadores final, South America's equivalent of the Champions League, in Madrid on Sunday.

Padmaavat row: Prasoon Joshi won't attend Jaipur Lit Fest

Padmaavat row: Prasoon Joshi won't attend Jaipur Lit Fest

Rediff.com27 Jan 2018

Joshi said he does not want the 'dignity' of the prestigious event to be compromised by the Padmaavat controversy.

Despite the mega deal, Jio, FB will continue to lock horns

Despite the mega deal, Jio, FB will continue to lock horns

Rediff.com22 Apr 2020

Telecom operators, including Reliance Jio, have been demanding "same service same rules" regime which means that mobile applications providing calls and messaging services should also be made to comply with set of rules that are mandatory for mobile service providers.