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Pankaja, O'Sey Balamma Make It To Sundance

Pankaja, O'Sey Balamma Make It To Sundance

Rediff.com26 Jan 2026

Pankaja and O'Sey Balamma bring deeply personal yet universally resonant stories to Sundance. They represent a new wave of South Indian storytelling, blending cultural authenticity with cinematic innovation, and mark an important step in amplifying regional voices on the international stage.

Omar resumes Darbar Move after 4 yrs, gets grand welcome in Jammu

Omar resumes Darbar Move after 4 yrs, gets grand welcome in Jammu

Rediff.com3 Nov 2025

Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Monday left his official residence on foot for his office at the Civil Secretariat in Jammu, marking the resumption of the biannual 'Darbar Move' after a gap of four years.

Kyrgios overpowers Sabalenka in Battle of the Sexes

Kyrgios overpowers Sabalenka in Battle of the Sexes

Rediff.com29 Dec 2025

Kyrgios beats Sabalenka in 'Battle of the Sexes' showdown

Shock split: Alcaraz ends long partnership with Ferrero

Shock split: Alcaraz ends long partnership with Ferrero

Rediff.com17 Dec 2025

World tennis number one Carlos Alcaraz has split with his coach Juan Carlos Ferrero, they said on Wednesday, ending a seven-year partnership that delivered 24 titles including six Grand Slam crowns.

Bencic leads Switzerland into United Cup final

Bencic leads Switzerland into United Cup final

Rediff.com10 Jan 2026

Bencic and Paul coasted through the first set but won a total of just 12 points in the second set as the match went into a tiebreak.

Chennai Grand Masters: Nihal Sarin shocks Arjun Erigaisi

Chennai Grand Masters: Nihal Sarin shocks Arjun Erigaisi

Rediff.com10 Aug 2025

Nihal Sarin lit up Round 4 of the Quantbox Chennai Grand Masters 2025 with a hard-fought win over compatriot Arjun Erigaisi

New Queen Rises! Divya Deshmukh Dazzles In 2025

New Queen Rises! Divya Deshmukh Dazzles In 2025

Rediff.com25 Dec 2025

Divya Deshmukh not only became the first Indian woman to win the FIDE Women's World Cup, she also instantly secured the prestigious Grandmaster title.

Chennai Grand Masters: Arjun Erigaisi set for Keymer test

Chennai Grand Masters: Arjun Erigaisi set for Keymer test

Rediff.com11 Aug 2025

German GM Vincent Keymer stayed firmly in command of the Quantbox Chennai Grand Masters 2025 after holding India's GM Vidit Gujrathi to a second straight draw in Round 5 on Monday.

Ameesha Parties With Ajay Devgn

Ameesha Parties With Ajay Devgn

Rediff.com22 Dec 2025

Film folk turned up in large numbers to celebrate Producer and real estate developer Anand Pandit's 62nd birthday in Mumbai over the weekend.

Sabalenka, Kyrgios Blast Critics Of Battle Of The Sexes

Sabalenka, Kyrgios Blast Critics Of Battle Of The Sexes

Rediff.com29 Dec 2025

Aryna Sabalenka and Nick Kyrgios defended their controversial "Battle of the Sexes" match and said they failed to understand why an exhibition aimed at showcasing tennis drew so much negativity from the tennis community.

'You Have To Be Okay With Being Imperfect, Vulnerable'

'You Have To Be Okay With Being Imperfect, Vulnerable'

Rediff.com13 Jan 2026

'My life and career have changed in subtle but meaningful ways.'

Poland ends title jinx with thrilling United Cup win

Poland ends title jinx with thrilling United Cup win

Rediff.com11 Jan 2026

Poland battled past Switzerland 2-1 in the United Cup final on Sunday to banish the pain of title-round defeats in the previous two editions and secure a long-awaited maiden triumph in the season-opening mixed-team competition.

'Priyanka Gandhi is a national leader, not confined to UP alone'

'Priyanka Gandhi is a national leader, not confined to UP alone'

Rediff.com12 Jan 2026

UPCC chief Ajai Rai clarifies Priyanka Gandhi Vadra's role in Uttar Pradesh Congress campaigns, emphasizing her national leadership while confirming her continued prominence in the state.

FIDE Grand Swiss: Indian GM Vaishali back in joint lead

FIDE Grand Swiss: Indian GM Vaishali back in joint lead

Rediff.com14 Sep 2025

Vaishali knew she had to win to remain in contention and her approach right from the start was in sync with the requirement of the tournament situation.

Grand Swiss Chess: Gukesh stunned again, Vaishali on top

Grand Swiss Chess: Gukesh stunned again, Vaishali on top

Rediff.com9 Sep 2025

World Champion D Gukesh suffered his second straight defeat at the FIDE Grand Swiss, losing to Greece's Nikolas Theodorou in the sixth round in Samarkand, Uzbekistan on Tuesday.

Maha civic polls: Mumbai set for high-stakes battle as campaigning ends

Maha civic polls: Mumbai set for high-stakes battle as campaigning ends

Rediff.com13 Jan 2026

Campaigning for the elections to 29 municipal corporations in Maharashtra has ended, with the battle for Mumbai's BMC taking center stage. Key political players are vying for control, with a focus on Marathi and Hindu voters.

'Really unhealthy': Players blast conditions at India Open

'Really unhealthy': Players blast conditions at India Open

Rediff.com13 Jan 2026

Denmark's Mia Blichfeldt on Tuesday launched a fresh criticism of playing conditions at the new venue of the IG Stadium, in New Delhi, saying the shift in halls has done little to address the unhealthy and unprofessional surroundings for players and called for apex body BWF's intervention to improve the scenario ahead of the World Championships.

Grand Swiss: Nihal goes down in Round 9; Gukesh draws

Grand Swiss: Nihal goes down in Round 9; Gukesh draws

Rediff.com14 Sep 2025

Indian Grandmaster Nihal Sarin's hopes of making to the Candidates tournament suffered a setback as he lost to Alireza Firouzja of France in the ninth round of the FIDE Grand Swiss, in Samarkand, Uzbekistan, on Saturday.

History made: Keymer wins Chennai Grand Masters with round to spare

History made: Keymer wins Chennai Grand Masters with round to spare

Rediff.com14 Aug 2025

The 20-year-old German, playing white, drew his match against Dutchman Jordan van Foreest, while results elsewhere confirmed his tournament victory.

When Nanda Got Engaged To Manmohan Desai At 53

When Nanda Got Engaged To Manmohan Desai At 53

Rediff.com21 Jan 2026

Nanda says of Manmohan Desai: 'I wanted a husband who doesn't bow down before anyone else.' 'He has worked with Amitabh Bachchan in so many films but it's always on a one-to-one basis. I admire that.'

Christmas event in Haridwar cancelled after Hindu groups protest

Christmas event in Haridwar cancelled after Hindu groups protest

Rediff.com23 Dec 2025

A Christmas event scheduled to be held at a hotel run by the Uttar Pradesh Tourism Department on the banks of the Ganges in Haridwar has been cancelled following objections from Hindu outfits, a hotel official said on Monday.

Trump's Huge Venezuela Gamble

Trump's Huge Venezuela Gamble

Rediff.com24 Jan 2026

I am inclined to believe that the Venezuela adventure is not an indication of American strength, alas, but rather of American weakness, points out Rajeev Srinivasan.

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.

8 Monuments Most Visited By Foreign Tourists

8 Monuments Most Visited By Foreign Tourists

Rediff.com3 Jan 2026

Which were the most visited ASI sites by foreign tourists in 2024-2025 in India?

Kyrgios to make tour return at Brisbane International

Kyrgios to make tour return at Brisbane International

Rediff.com21 Dec 2025

Kyrgios, the 2018 Brisbane champion, is now ranked 673rd in the world with no protected ranking and will also need a wildcard to compete at Melbourne Park.

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

Sabalenka, Kyrgios relishing 'Battle of the Sexes' challenge

Sabalenka, Kyrgios relishing 'Battle of the Sexes' challenge

Rediff.com27 Dec 2025

Sunday's showdown between four-times Grand Slam champion Sabalenka and former world number 13 Kyrgios is seen by many as entertainment, but critics believe it risks undermining women's tennis by trivialising decades of progress toward equality.

'Salil Chowdhury Could Find A Song Even In A Storm'

'Salil Chowdhury Could Find A Song Even In A Storm'

Rediff.com22 Jan 2026

'Once when he was on a flight, the plane hit an air-pocket.' 'The turbulence outside caused it to see-saw violently which caused a lot of panic inside. While his co-passengers were crying and praying for their lives, Salil kaku was writing a song in his head.'

Toyota Returns To F1: Haas To Rebrand As TGR Haas F1

Toyota Returns To F1: Haas To Rebrand As TGR Haas F1

Rediff.com4 Dec 2025

Toyota Gazoo Racing, the Japanese car maker's motorsport division, will become title sponsor of the Haas Formula One team next season in a deal that strengthens an existing technical partnership.

Sabalenka named WTA Player of the Year

Sabalenka named WTA Player of the Year

Rediff.com16 Dec 2025

World number one Aryna Sabalenka has been named WTA Player of the Year for the second consecutive season after spending the entire year at the top of the rankings.

Why Delhi govt to feed 1,275 kg of boneless chicken to birds ahead of R-Day

Why Delhi govt to feed 1,275 kg of boneless chicken to birds ahead of R-Day

Rediff.com10 Jan 2026

'This is an annual preventive exercise undertaken before the Republic Day air show. Birds such as black kites are naturally drawn to open areas and food sources, and if they enter the flying corridor, they can pose a serious hazard to aircraft performing low-level manoeuvres'

Wawrinka to retire in 2026 after 24-year pro career

Wawrinka to retire in 2026 after 24-year pro career

Rediff.com20 Dec 2025

Stanislas Wawrinka will hang up his racquet at the end of 2026, the three-times Grand Slam champion announced on Friday, bringing down the curtain on a 24-year professional career that saw him gatecrash tennis's elite during the sport's golden era.

Aus Open: Sabalenka cruises; Fery stuns 20th seed Cobolli

Aus Open: Sabalenka cruises; Fery stuns 20th seed Cobolli

Rediff.com18 Jan 2026

Qualifier Arthur Fery delivered a stunning Australian Open win by beating 20th seed Flavio Cobolli on Sunday.

The 25 Best Candid Pictures Of 2025

The 25 Best Candid Pictures Of 2025

Rediff.com26 Dec 2025

Bollywood stars always make for good pictures but catching them in their most unguarded, candid moments is what makes for great pictures.

Sabalenka opposes transgender athletes in women's tennis

Sabalenka opposes transgender athletes in women's tennis

Rediff.com10 Dec 2025

World number one Aryna Sabalenka said it would be unfair for women to face "biological men" in professional tennis.

2026: Kerala Among Best Destinations

2026: Kerala Among Best Destinations

Rediff.com6 Jan 2026

Kerala has earned a spot on Rough Guides' list of the world's top travel destinations for 2026, with the popular guidebook publisher highlighting the state as a must-visit location for the year ahead.

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

PIX: Norris ends Verstappen's reign with maiden F1 Championship

PIX: Norris ends Verstappen's reign with maiden F1 Championship

Rediff.com7 Dec 2025

McLaren, who secured the constructors' championship in October for the second year in a row, won both titles in the same season for the first time since 1998.

Suresh Kalmadi: From IAF Pilot To Powerbroker Of Indian Sport

Suresh Kalmadi: From IAF Pilot To Powerbroker Of Indian Sport

Rediff.com6 Jan 2026

Suresh Kalmadi brought several top-class events to India including the 2003 Afro Asian Games, the 2008 Commonwealth Youth Games, the 2010 Commonwealth Games.

Golden Globes 2026: Jessie, Rose, Wagner, Timothee Win

Golden Globes 2026: Jessie, Rose, Wagner, Timothee Win

Rediff.com12 Jan 2026

Here's a quick look at all the winners of the 83rd edition of the Golden Globes.