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Hyderabad, are you ready for Messi?

Hyderabad, are you ready for Messi?

Rediff.com28 Nov 2025

Messi confirms Hyderabad stop on GOAT Tour

Remembering 1971 In The Skies Of The East

Remembering 1971 In The Skies Of The East

Rediff.com15 Dec 2025

Returning to the Brahmaputra for Vijay Diwas was not just a journey across geography, but across memory of war, service, sacrifice, and the enduring bond between the Indian Air Force and the north east, asserts Air Commodore Nitin Sathe (retd).

When Trump Jr Danced To What Jhumka?

When Trump Jr Danced To What Jhumka?

Rediff.com25 Nov 2025

Jennifer Lopez sang, Ranveer Singh danced, Janhvi Kapoor, Varun Dhawan, Shahid Kapoor, Kriti Sanon, Jacqueline Fernandez, Nora Fatehi performed at American businessman Rama Raju Mantena's daughter, Netra Elizabeth's Udaipur wedding with tech entrepreneur Vamsi Gadiraju.

Passport Ready? 4 Cheapest Destinations From India

Passport Ready? 4 Cheapest Destinations From India

Rediff.com10 Dec 2025

Passport Ready? 4 Cheapest Destinations From Bengaluru, Delhi, Kolkata, Chennai & Mumbai

Fatima's Ishk With Vijay Varma

Fatima's Ishk With Vijay Varma

Rediff.com29 Nov 2025

Manish Malhotra held a grand premiere for his debut production, Gustaakh Ishk, and invited friends from the film industry.

How Comedy Of Errors Defined F1 Season!

How Comedy Of Errors Defined F1 Season!

Rediff.com8 Dec 2025

Each of the three title contenders had them in 2025: Norris might have had an easier run to his first crown had he not driven into the back of Piastri's car and retired in Canada three laps from the end.

Shivakumar in Delhi, Sidda awaits invite ahead of Dec 14 rally

Shivakumar in Delhi, Sidda awaits invite ahead of Dec 14 rally

Rediff.com3 Dec 2025

Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah stated he would only travel to New Delhi if formally invited, while Deputy CM D K Shivakumar visited Delhi for a wedding and party event. The two leaders have recently tried to dispel rumors of a leadership change. Shivakumar is also planning a 'Vote Chori' campaign event in Delhi.

Why Norris won't ask Piastri to gift him F1 title

Why Norris won't ask Piastri to gift him F1 title

Rediff.com4 Dec 2025

Norris won't ask Piastri to gift him F1 title in Abu Dhabi

FIDE allows players to wear jeans at Doha Rapid & Blitz

FIDE allows players to wear jeans at Doha Rapid & Blitz

Rediff.com22 Nov 2025

The International Chess Federation (FIDE) has announced a significantly relaxed dress code for next month's World Rapid and Blitz Championships in Doha, "allowing classic non-distressed jeans for both men and women", a year after the 'jeansgate' storm involving Magnus Carlsen at the same event.

F1: Rift in Ferrari? Here's what Hamilton said...

F1: Rift in Ferrari? Here's what Hamilton said...

Rediff.com20 Nov 2025

Lewis Hamilton has dismissed suggestions of friction within Ferrari after team chairman John Elkann's recent comments that he and teammate Charles Leclerc should "focus on driving and talk less".

Test Drive: On the road with the 2025 Tata Sierra

Test Drive: On the road with the 2025 Tata Sierra

Rediff.com10 Dec 2025

You know the Tata Sierra is a true icon when driving on the highways and hill climbs of Chandigarh, the car instantly drew all eyes to it.

Netra Mantena's Fab Bridal Looks

Netra Mantena's Fab Bridal Looks

Rediff.com25 Nov 2025

From beautifully decorated venues glowing under fairy lights to celebrity guests' dance performances, every function felt straight out of a Bollywood dream sequence. The biggest scene stealer, however, was Netra's wedding wardrobe.

Want A Selfie With Ramses?

Want A Selfie With Ramses?

Rediff.com30 Oct 2025

Glimpses from the Grand Egyptian Museum, which will open on November 1, in Giza on the southwestern outskirts of Cairo.

After 15 years, Kohli set to light up Vijay Hazare

After 15 years, Kohli set to light up Vijay Hazare

Rediff.com3 Dec 2025

Virat Kohli confirms his availability for Vijay Hazare Trophy

Lando Norris: The Gen Z Champion Who Silenced His Doubters

Lando Norris: The Gen Z Champion Who Silenced His Doubters

Rediff.com7 Dec 2025

Mocked, misjudged, written off, Lando Norris's carves own road to F1 Glory

The Gentle Colossus Of Tamil Cinema

The Gentle Colossus Of Tamil Cinema

Rediff.com8 Dec 2025

Whether it was in the company of superstars Rajinikanth and Kamal Haasan -- or, on rare occasions with both together, among others -- Saravanan's demeanour would stand out, observes N Sathiya Moorthy.

Cong is like Hindu religion, says Telangana CM; BJP reacts

Cong is like Hindu religion, says Telangana CM; BJP reacts

Rediff.com3 Dec 2025

"How many gods are there for Hindus? Three crores? There is Hanuman for those who are not married. There is another god for those who marry twice," Reddy said.

ED finds Rs 331 cr in driver's account, tracks trail to Udaipur wedding

ED finds Rs 331 cr in driver's account, tracks trail to Udaipur wedding

Rediff.com29 Nov 2025

The Enforcement Directorate (ED) is investigating a money-laundering case involving over Rs 331 crore deposited in a bank account linked to an illegal betting app. A bike-taxi driver was found to be unknowingly used as a 'mule' to funnel the illicit funds.

Denied China visa, Nagal seeks embassy's help

Denied China visa, Nagal seeks embassy's help

Rediff.com11 Nov 2025

He was scheduled to travel to Chengdu to compete in the Australian Open Playoff event, which will give the regional players a main-draw entry into the 2026 Australian Open.

120 Bahadur, Mastiii 4 Fare Poorly

120 Bahadur, Mastiii 4 Fare Poorly

Rediff.com24 Nov 2025

It was a forgettable weekend for Bollywood as the two new releases -- 120 Bahadur and Mastiii 4 -- failed to get audiences.

TN: HC tells petitioner to light hill lamp with CISF protection

TN: HC tells petitioner to light hill lamp with CISF protection

Rediff.com4 Dec 2025

Despite an earlier direction by the Bench, the lamp was not lit on an ancient stone pillar near a Dargah on the Thirupparankudram hill here on Karthigai Deepam this evening, triggering protests by the Hindu Munnani activists and a section of devotees.

Sunny Sanskari Arrives On OTT

Sunny Sanskari Arrives On OTT

Rediff.com28 Nov 2025

From double dates to Demogorgon, it's all there on OTT this week. Sukanya Verma lists them.

Sabalenka Vows To Prove Kyrgios Wrong In Epic Battle Of Sexes!

Sabalenka Vows To Prove Kyrgios Wrong In Epic Battle Of Sexes!

Rediff.com4 Nov 2025

Women's World No. 1 Aryna Sabalenka will take on Australian maverick Nick Kyrgios in a 'Battle of the Sexes' exhibition match in Dubai on December 28, organisers announced on Tuesday.

Wedding Planning Hacks From A Bride-To-Be

Wedding Planning Hacks From A Bride-To-Be

Rediff.com1 Dec 2025

Weddings today are not just events, they are full-blown productions. Between Instagram aesthetics, Pinterest pressure, relatives with opinions and budgets that magically stretch themselves, brides often find themselves overwhelmed long before the pheras begin.

Varanasi: How Much Priyanka, Mahesh Babu Were Paid

Varanasi: How Much Priyanka, Mahesh Babu Were Paid

Rediff.com17 Nov 2025

S S Rajamouli announced his new epic Varanasi at a grand event at Hyderabad's Ramoji Film City over the weekend.

Not the Grand Slams: Djokovic's new obsession is...

Not the Grand Slams: Djokovic's new obsession is...

Rediff.com17 Jun 2025

Novak Djokovic says that defending his Olympic title at LA 2028

McLaren's Norris and Piastri disqualified from Las Vegas GP

McLaren's Norris and Piastri disqualified from Las Vegas GP

Rediff.com23 Nov 2025

The two McLaren drivers were ruled out for excessive skid plank wear hours after the race had ended and the podium champagne been sprayed.

In-form Sabalenka targets first WTA Finals title

In-form Sabalenka targets first WTA Finals title

Rediff.com31 Oct 2025

Aryna Sabalenka exemplified consistency in 2025 and arrives for the November 1-8 tournament having retained her US Open title in September, after finishing runner-up to Madison Keys at the Australian Open and Coco Gauff at Roland Garros.

Harmanpreet Stole Our Hearts; 'Haute Horror' Didn't

Harmanpreet Stole Our Hearts; 'Haute Horror' Didn't

Rediff.com17 Nov 2025

Harmanpreet Kaur was the shining star in an otherwise bizarre show.

Leander Paes steps into new role as tennis boss

Leander Paes steps into new role as tennis boss

Rediff.com8 Nov 2025

Indian tennis legend Leander Paes on Saturday formally took charge as president of the Bengal Tennis Association, succeeding Hironmoy Chatterjee after the body's Annual General Meeting.

How 'Minister of Happiness' Jabeur battled depression

How 'Minister of Happiness' Jabeur battled depression

Rediff.com5 Nov 2025

Former World No. 2 Ons Jabeur said she was putting herself first for a change and would take control of her schedule after becoming depressed during a punishing run on tour.

Djokovic questions 'special treatment' for Sinner

Djokovic questions 'special treatment' for Sinner

Rediff.com12 Nov 2025

Novak Djokovic said the shortness and timing of Jannik Sinner's ban this year for an inadvertent doping violation was "odd" and the case would hang over the four-time Grand Slam champion like a cloud for the rest of his career.

F1: Piastri beats Norris in rain-hit Belgian Grand Prix

F1: Piastri beats Norris in rain-hit Belgian Grand Prix

Rediff.com27 Jul 2025

McLaren's Oscar Piastri beat teammate and title rival Lando Norris in a rain-delayed Belgian Grand Prix to stretch his Formula One lead to 16 points.

'Islam has another law': Grand Mufti who helped defer Nimisha's execution

'Islam has another law': Grand Mufti who helped defer Nimisha's execution

Rediff.com15 Jul 2025

The Grand Mufti said that in Islam, there is a law which allows the victim's family to pardon the murderer.

Grand Chess Tour: Gukesh Claims Rapid Honours

Grand Chess Tour: Gukesh Claims Rapid Honours

Rediff.com5 Jul 2025

Grand Chess tour: Gukesh takes big 3-point lead in Rapid section of Super United

'Villains Are The Most Interesting To Design For'

'Villains Are The Most Interesting To Design For'

Rediff.com9 Dec 2025

'Every film had its challenges, but Mr India, Sadak and Gandhi were the toughest.' 'Mr India needed imagination, Sadak needed sensitivity and Gandhi demanded historical authenticity.'

Colaba: When The City Speaks

Colaba: When The City Speaks

Rediff.com26 Nov 2025

Colaba's character is also drawn from its strength. Seventeen years ago, Pakistani terrorists struck here -- at the core of Mumbai's soul -- in the deadliest attack ever seen in this country. 166 civilians and security personnel were killed in a battle that raged on for three days.

For F1, what happened in Vegas does not stay in Vegas

For F1, what happened in Vegas does not stay in Vegas

Rediff.com27 Nov 2025

The aftershock of Sunday's double disqualification in Nevada hangs over champions McLaren ahead of a sprint weekend in Qatar that could hand Lando Norris his first F1 crown -- or erode his lead.

Kyrgios, Medvedev, Rybakina set to enthrall fans in India

Kyrgios, Medvedev, Rybakina set to enthrall fans in India

Rediff.com18 Nov 2025

Former US Open champion Daniil Medvedev, Australian Nick Kyrgios and 2022 Wimbledon winner Elena Rybakina, are set to enthrall fans in India when the World Tennis League makes its debut, in Bengaluru, on December 17.

Sinner battles past Alcaraz to win ATP Finals title

Sinner battles past Alcaraz to win ATP Finals title

Rediff.com17 Nov 2025

Jannik Sinner battled past Spanish world number one and rival Carlos Alcaraz 7-6(4), 7-5 in the decider to win the season-ending championships.