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Oscars BANS Will Smith for 10 years

Oscars BANS Will Smith for 10 years

Rediff.com9 Apr 2022

'We want to express our deep gratitude to Mr Rock for maintaining his composure under extraordinary circumstances,' the Academy stated.

'I don't have a bunch of s**t about what happened'

'I don't have a bunch of s**t about what happened'

Rediff.com31 Mar 2022

The 57-year-old said he is still 'kind of processing' the infamous incident.

Monsoon: How To Protect Yourself From UTI

Monsoon: How To Protect Yourself From UTI

Rediff.com20 Jul 2022

If you have a fever and symptoms of a UTI, or if your symptoms persist despite treatment, you should see a doctor.

Bengal vs Odisha: Who will win the Rasogolla battle?

Bengal vs Odisha: Who will win the Rasogolla battle?

Rediff.com27 Jul 2016

In West Bengal, confectioner Nobin Chandra Das is widely known as the one, who created Rasgulla in the 1860s.

Are rasogollas really worth the fight?

Are rasogollas really worth the fight?

Rediff.com8 Dec 2017

'Having consumed thousands of the sickly sweet chenna globes of varying textures over the years, I must demur,' says Uttaran Das Gupta.

Whose Rasgulla is it anyway?

Whose Rasgulla is it anyway?

Rediff.com15 Jul 2016

Both West Bengal and Odisha are slugging it out for getting the GI tag for the delicious sweet

COVID insurance plan: Sum assured from Rs 1 lakh - Rs 5 lakh

COVID insurance plan: Sum assured from Rs 1 lakh - Rs 5 lakh

Rediff.com3 Jun 2020

Unlike other health insurance policies, which mostly covers hospitalisation expenses alone, the specialised cover is likely to include the cost of treatment during quarantine and payment of cash for incidental expenses.

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.'

Why Will Smith PUNCHED Chris Rock at the Oscars

Why Will Smith PUNCHED Chris Rock at the Oscars

Rediff.com28 Mar 2022

'Wow. Will Smith just smacked the s**t out of me.' 'Keep my wife's name out of your f**king mouth!'

Kobe Bryant, daughter 'Mambacita' died pursuing basketball dream

Kobe Bryant, daughter 'Mambacita' died pursuing basketball dream

Rediff.com27 Jan 2020

Kobe Bryant called his daughter Gianna "Mambacita" after his own court nickname, "Black Mamba," confident she would follow in his footsteps and become a professional basketball player. On Sunday, the 41-year-old five-time NBA champion and two-time Olympic gold medalist died with his 13-year-old daughter and seven others in a helicopter crash northwest of Los Angeles as they pursued that dream.

WFH: Vacuum cleaners, dishwashers. Check it out!

WFH: Vacuum cleaners, dishwashers. Check it out!

Rediff.com15 Jul 2020

Sweeping, swabbing, dusting, the dishes -- and the day ends in exhaustion even before it begins. So, it is no wonder that gadgets that can help ease the pressure are in hot demand, notes Pavan Lall.

Covid: Insurance claims at 192,863 worth over Rs 3,000 cr

Covid: Insurance claims at 192,863 worth over Rs 3,000 cr

Rediff.com16 Sep 2020

As many as 121,739 claims settled by insurers so far, amounting to Rs 1,165.81 crore.

Guess Who Made It To A Times Square Billboard?

Guess Who Made It To A Times Square Billboard?

Rediff.com25 Oct 2021

'We're 26 and every time we write a song, we try to see how we can relate it to our life's experiences or that of our friends.'

End of an era: Japan's Emperor Akihito abdicates

End of an era: Japan's Emperor Akihito abdicates

Rediff.com30 Apr 2019

The long-reigning monarch is the first to abdicate his throne in nearly 200 years.

5 guilt-free snacks that are healthy too

5 guilt-free snacks that are healthy too

Rediff.com5 Dec 2020

Fitness expert Paloma Gangopadhyay tells you how to binge watch your favourite movie without worrying about piling on calories.

The Resident Evil: The Final Chapter Contest: Win COOL Prizes!

The Resident Evil: The Final Chapter Contest: Win COOL Prizes!

Rediff.com2 Feb 2017

All you have to do is answer a simple question!

Denmark Open: Sindhu, Praneeth enter second round

Denmark Open: Sindhu, Praneeth enter second round

Rediff.com15 Oct 2019

The Olympic silver medallist will now face Korea's An Se Young next.

Amazon announces $250 mn fund for SMEs in India

Amazon announces $250 mn fund for SMEs in India

Rediff.com15 Apr 2021

E-commerce giant Amazon on Thursday announced a $250 million (about Rs 1,873 crore) fund that will focus on digitising small and medium businesses, and driving innovation in the areas of agri-tech and health-tech in India. "Small and medium sized businesses are often the engine and the lifeblood of economies and I think it's true in India as well. "And we are very passionate about trying to enable acceleration of SMBs in fuelling innovation and the economy in India," Amazon Web Services CEO Andrew Jassy said.

It's playtime in Hollywood

It's playtime in Hollywood

Rediff.com21 Aug 2009

With the release of GI Joe: The Rise Of Cobra, we bring to you a look at 10 movies based on playthings.

Syed Modi badminton tourney: Srikanth, Pranaav-Akshay enter final

Syed Modi badminton tourney: Srikanth, Pranaav-Akshay enter final

Rediff.com30 Jan 2016

Rising Indian doubles duo of Akshay Dewalkar and Pranaav Jerry Chopra stunned World No 7 Koreans Kim Gi Jung and Kim Sa Rang in an edge-of-the-seat semifinals to seal their maiden Grand Prix Gold final, while K Srikanth also stormed into the men's singles final at the Syed Modi International, in Lucknow, on Saturday.

What is Geographical Indication?

What is Geographical Indication?

Rediff.com5 Jun 2007

A geographical indication is a sign used on goods that have a specific geographical origin and possess qualities or a reputation that are due to that place of origin.

Diabetes Diet: What is it all about?

Diabetes Diet: What is it all about?

Rediff.com14 Nov 2014

There is no such thing as a perfect Diabetes Diet. The important thing is to follow a meal plan that is tailored to personal preferences and lifestyle and helps manage normal blood glucose, cholesterol and triglycerides levels, blood pressure, and weight management.

Sindhu, Saina ready to fire in Thailand events

Sindhu, Saina ready to fire in Thailand events

Rediff.com30 Dec 2020

Now all eyes are on the two Super 1000 events -- Yonex Thailand Open (January 12-17) and Toyota Thailand Open (January 19-24) as the world's best return to action following a prolonged break.

Bitter battle over Rasgulla: Odisha has new evidence of ownership

Bitter battle over Rasgulla: Odisha has new evidence of ownership

Rediff.com13 Oct 2015

Rejecting neighbouring West Bengal's claim over the Rasgulla, the Odisha govenrment has said that the sweet dish was available in state's mutts and temples for centuries.

What's a #half-girlfriend, #half-boyfriend?

What's a #half-girlfriend, #half-boyfriend?

Rediff.com7 Aug 2014

Did you have a half-girlfriend/half-boyfriend?Were you ever a half-girlfriend/half-boyfriend? Do share your experiences.

'Rahul Gandhi is still confused'

'Rahul Gandhi is still confused'

Rediff.com17 Jan 2014

In a freewheeling interview with rediff.com's Anita Katyal, former hockey champion Aslam Sher Khan says that declaring Rahul as PM candidate is not that important. Instead, what is really need is for Rahul to win the trust and confidence of party workers through his actions

This is what Raghuram Rajan needs to focus on

This is what Raghuram Rajan needs to focus on

Rediff.com5 Sep 2013

The new Guv needs to focus on structural inflation problems.

Pharmaceuticals - No significant booster doses

Pharmaceuticals - No significant booster doses

Rediff.com27 Feb 2013

Pharmaceuticals-Pre Budget Report 2013-14

Indian banks with highest NPAs, SBI tops

Indian banks with highest NPAs, SBI tops

Rediff.com21 Aug 2013

Rs 2.06 trillion, is the gross non-performing assets of Indian banks.

Thailand Open: Saina, Srikanth advance, Kashyap retires midway

Thailand Open: Saina, Srikanth advance, Kashyap retires midway

Rediff.com13 Jan 2021

Kashyap, a Commonwealth Games champion, was trailing 8-14 in the third game when he chose to retire after pulling his calf muscle.

Dec 16 gang rape victim didn't die in Delhi: Docs

Dec 16 gang rape victim didn't die in Delhi: Docs

Rediff.com26 Apr 2013

The doctors' response came on the allegation by defence counsel of two accused in the case that the victim was not shifted to Singapore for organ transplant or best possible medical care but because she had died and the government did not want the public to know it.

Turmoil in Guj Cong after first list for candidates

Turmoil in Guj Cong after first list for candidates

Rediff.com22 Nov 2012

Scuffle, demonstrations and a series of resignations were the order of the day in Gujarat Congress as those left out from the first list of 52 candidates for the assembly polls expressed their disappointment and anger.

Pak cancels flag meet without assigning reasons: Army

Pak cancels flag meet without assigning reasons: Army

Rediff.com16 Jun 2012

A flag meet, scheduled for Saturday, between Indian and Pakistani Armies on ceasefire violations and cross-Line of Control firing in Jammu and Kashmir's Poonch district was cancelled by Pakistani army without assigning any reason.

Facebook overhauls privacy controls

Facebook overhauls privacy controls

Rediff.com13 Dec 2012

World's largest social networking site Facebook has unveiled tools to simplify its privacy settings, in its latest bid to give user more control and clarity over how their personal information is shared.

Gisele Bundchen gives birth to baby girl

Gisele Bundchen gives birth to baby girl

Rediff.com7 Dec 2012

This is the second time that the Brazilian stunner has been visited by the stork.

Tendulkar is a golden boy: West Bengal CM

Tendulkar is a golden boy: West Bengal CM

Rediff.com12 May 2012

West Bengal chief minister Mamata Banerjee on Friday described Sachin Tendulkar as a 'golden boy' as the state government and the Cricket Association of Bengal jointly felicitated the senior Indian batsman for completing one hundred international centuries.

Kochi ODI: India need to work on bowling frailties

Kochi ODI: India need to work on bowling frailties

Rediff.com14 Jan 2013

Still reeling from their narrow nine-run defeat in the opening ODI match, a struggling India will have to work on their bowling frailties and inconsistent batting as they take on England in the second one-dayer in Kochi with the pressure on the home team.

Afridi, Razzaq axed for India ODIs

Afridi, Razzaq axed for India ODIs

Rediff.com10 Dec 2012

Pakistan dropped experienced all-rounder Abdul Razzaq on Monday for the forthcoming One-Dayers in India, the first bilateral series between the neighbours since 2007. Fellow all-rounder Shahid Afridi, 32, was also omitted for the One-Dayers but retained his place in the Twenty20 squad.

China Open: Srikanth pulls out; Sindhu, Saina eye title

China Open: Srikanth pulls out; Sindhu, Saina eye title

Rediff.com4 Nov 2019

Sindhu and Saina will once again be India's best bet as they look to put up a good show this week.

Delhi Police does a U-turn, allows Team Anna to fast

Delhi Police does a U-turn, allows Team Anna to fast

Rediff.com7 Jul 2012

A senior Delhi Police official said they have given permission to the activists after they provided the required undertaking mandated by the Supreme Court.