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Kapil Dev's major concern about '83'

Kapil Dev's major concern about '83'

Rediff.com5 Jan 2020

Former India World Cup-winning captain Kapil Dev hopes that the focus is not just on him, but on the entire squad in the upcoming film '83' which narrates the story of the historic 1983 World Cup triumph. In '83', directed by Kabir Khan, features Ranveer Singh as Kapil Dev, who led the team to India's first-ever World Cup win against the mighty West Indies.

ONGC, Reliance ink deals for oil blocks

ONGC, Reliance ink deals for oil blocks

Rediff.com4 Feb 2003

ONGC and Reliance on Tuesday signed licence agreements for oil and gas blocks awarded to them by the government under the third round of the New Exploration Licensing Policy.

'The Chinese claim on our land is wrong'

'The Chinese claim on our land is wrong'

Rediff.com8 Sep 2020

'Our boys are very patriotic.' 'They say Bharat Mata Ki Jai and Jai Hind in front of the Chinese.' 'We have never accepted their claims, we are Indians and proud to be Indians.'

PIX: Kohli and Co. gear up for tough Australia Test

PIX: Kohli and Co. gear up for tough Australia Test

Rediff.com27 Nov 2018

India will look to make the most of their only warm-up game, beginning, in Sydney, on Wednesday against Cricket Australia XI.

Ten LeT militants shot dead in Poonch

Ten LeT militants shot dead in Poonch

Rediff.com14 Jun 2003

The ultras fired from their positions on the security forces, who retaliated killing 10 militants on the spot.

Talvar is a smart film

Talvar is a smart film

Rediff.com18 Sep 2015

'Talvar belongs to Irrfan Khan, who plays the chief investigating officer. With each new film, this very fine actor continues to surprise us and delight us.'

Cricket Buzz: WI Board cleared Russell to play in GT20

Cricket Buzz: WI Board cleared Russell to play in GT20

Rediff.com5 Aug 2019

Russell had opted out of the three-match T20I series against India due to an injury, but he turned up for Vancouver Knights to play in the T20 tournament in Canada.

'One step at a time, we will get back to our lives'

'One step at a time, we will get back to our lives'

Rediff.com12 May 2020

'There are a lot of lessons for everybody to learn and I hope they are not temporary.'

Dev Patel, Eddie Redmayne to join Academy of Motion Picture Arts

Dev Patel, Eddie Redmayne to join Academy of Motion Picture Arts

Rediff.com29 Jun 2015

After adding 271 people last year, the Academy sends out invitations to more than 300 people this year.

My village is running dry and I am grieving

My village is running dry and I am grieving

Rediff.com5 Oct 2017

The river I bathed and swam in, has dried up. It's the worst drought in 140 years. First the mango trees died. Then the coconut trees. Finally the hardy palm trees have died.

Rio Olympics to have eight track and field morning finals

Rio Olympics to have eight track and field morning finals

Rediff.com16 Dec 2014

Eight track and field finals, including the women's 10,000 metres and men's triple jump, will be held during morning sessions at the Rio 2016 Olympic Games, the International Association of Athletics Federation said on Monday.

Indian summers: 8 natural hacks to beat the heat

Indian summers: 8 natural hacks to beat the heat

Rediff.com27 Apr 2017

Have you heard of the 'chillow' that can cool your pillow? Or the 'bedroom plant'?

Review: Ramanujan is a must watch

Review: Ramanujan is a must watch

Rediff.com11 Jul 2014

The film which is dedicated to India's mathematical prodigy, Ramanujan, is a well researched, well-written and brilliantly directed.

Why Panasonic is keen to leverage the Anchor brand

Why Panasonic is keen to leverage the Anchor brand

Rediff.com8 Mar 2019

The Anchor and Panasonic connection is a blend of legacy and quality and there really is no question of substituting one for the other. Panasonic is banking on Anchor's familiarity and widespread recall, to push its way ahead in the premium, automation-aided home appliances and accessories market.

'I am living my life on one leg'

'I am living my life on one leg'

Rediff.com30 Dec 2019

'I am constantly balancing, whether it's time with Saif, whether it's Taimur, whether it's with my mom-in-law, whether it's my own family, whether it's 30-35 days of doing brands, then 50 days of shooting a film... there's a lot going on...'

UK news reporter in hijab files complaint over discrimination

UK news reporter in hijab files complaint over discrimination

Rediff.com22 Jul 2016

A Muslim television reporter for a British news channel on Friday filed a complaint against a columnist for Rupert Murdoch's 'Sun' newspaper who singled her out for wearing hijab while reporting on the recent terror attack at Nice in France.

Bohemian Rhapsody Review: Mercury Rising!

Bohemian Rhapsody Review: Mercury Rising!

Rediff.com16 Nov 2018

Bohemian Rhapsody's crowd-pleasing nostalgia cheers Freddie Mercury's exhilarating sound and infectious power play with such all-out gusto, you WILL break free all over again, says Sukanya Verma.

Sindhu, Srikanth get top seeding at CWG

Sindhu, Srikanth get top seeding at CWG

Rediff.com3 Apr 2018

P V Sindhu and K Srikanth have been given the top billing in the respective women's and men's singles badminton competitions of the Commonwealth Games

Akshay and Siddharth slug it out in Brothers

Akshay and Siddharth slug it out in Brothers

Rediff.com10 Jun 2015

The Brothers promo gives away pretty much the whole film, writes Raja Sen.

Salman, Shahid, Hrithik: Who is your favourite Prem? VOTE!

Salman, Shahid, Hrithik: Who is your favourite Prem? VOTE!

Rediff.com18 Nov 2015

Here's taking a look at the B-town hunks, who have turned Prem for Sooraj Barjatya.

Ashes: McGrath predicts 10-0... 'because Aus already 5-0 up'

Ashes: McGrath predicts 10-0... 'because Aus already 5-0 up'

Rediff.com1 Jun 2015

Pace legend Glenn McGrath, who has often predicted results of Australia's Test rubbers, forecast yet another 5-0 clean sweep by his country against England in the upcoming Ashes series.

'I never think of my films as mindless'

'I never think of my films as mindless'

Rediff.com20 Nov 2019

'I do drama with the same intensity as any comedy.'

Revisiting the Miracle of Dunkirk

Revisiting the Miracle of Dunkirk

Rediff.com20 Jul 2017

Seventy-seven years ago, 338,000 British soldiers were rescued from the beaches of Dunkirk, a stunning great escape which helped Britain avoid defeat in World War II.

'Indians still haven't forgiven me for Sachin wicket in 2003 WC final'

'Indians still haven't forgiven me for Sachin wicket in 2003 WC final'

Rediff.com17 Jun 2015

Reliving one of his most cherished cricketing rivalries during his 14-year-old career, former Australian speedster Glenn McGrath said that the Indian fans still haven't forgiven him for getting iconic Sachin Tendulkar out in the 2003 World Cup final.

Sterling slides to 31-year low as Brexit shock deepens

Sterling slides to 31-year low as Brexit shock deepens

Rediff.com27 Jun 2016

Sterling fell to a 31-year low against the dollar on Monday as a sell-off stemming from Britain's decision to quit the European Union gathered pace, with the euro also pressured as Brexit clouded the future of the rest of the bloc.

Cricket's dressing room blues go back a long way

Cricket's dressing room blues go back a long way

Rediff.com13 Aug 2019

'The dressing room is a precinct that abounds with all the complexities that make up human nature -- and the unpredictable consequences that can emerge from interpersonal relationships. 'A cursory study of cricket history throws up interesting (and some hugely surprising) examples of conflict between players from the same team,' says Ayaz Memon

US F1 Grand Prix: Second practice cancelled

US F1 Grand Prix: Second practice cancelled

Rediff.com24 Oct 2015

Thunder, lightning and torrential rain washed out second practice at the U.S. Formula One Grand Prix on Friday after Nico Rosberg went fastest for Mercedes in a largely meaningless morning session.

The Top 11 English Films of 2014

The Top 11 English Films of 2014

Rediff.com30 Dec 2014

From Boyhood to The Grand Budapest Hotel, we've seen some brilliant cinema this year.

War of words: 'Nico was comfortable with 2nd but I want to win always'

War of words: 'Nico was comfortable with 2nd but I want to win always'

Rediff.com14 Apr 2015

Lewis Hamilton has suggested he is mentally tougher than Mercedes team mate Nico Rosberg.

Arunachal: Where Elephants Roam at 10,000 feet

Arunachal: Where Elephants Roam at 10,000 feet

Rediff.com21 Nov 2019

'This is the only place on earth where Elephas maximus climbs to these heights.'

Rafa vs Roger: That would be a dream final!

Rafa vs Roger: That would be a dream final!

Rediff.com2 Sep 2017

For all their celebrated Grand Slam past, Nadal and Federer have never clashed in a US Open final.

Mumbai among top 10 tourist destinations in APAC

Mumbai among top 10 tourist destinations in APAC

Rediff.com5 Jun 2015

Bangkok is the top spot in Asia/Pacific's top 10 destinations in terms of international overnight visitor.

Dunkirk Review: Redefining heroes and humanity

Dunkirk Review: Redefining heroes and humanity

Rediff.com20 Jul 2017

'It's not combat, but deliverance that dictates the action in Dunkirk,' notes Sukanya Verma.

Lessons from Bollywood: How to dress for a date

Lessons from Bollywood: How to dress for a date

Rediff.com8 Feb 2016

Cool tips to dress up pretty!

Wanted to become an architect, then a basketball player: Obama

Wanted to become an architect, then a basketball player: Obama

Rediff.com1 May 2015

Obama urged the girls to get into science and math in school, to push back on the idea that it is 'more of a boy thing'.

Hollywood legend Mickey Rooney passes away

Hollywood legend Mickey Rooney passes away

Rediff.com7 Apr 2014

The actor was 93.

Ramie: The ancient fabric that could transform Indian dressing

Ramie: The ancient fabric that could transform Indian dressing

Rediff.com30 Mar 2018

Ramie was used in ancient Egypt and China long before cotton was introduced to the Far East.

The most stylish theatres to watch a Bollywood film

The most stylish theatres to watch a Bollywood film

Rediff.com29 Dec 2016

With Mumbai's iconic Liberty cinema reopening for movie lovers, the spotlight is now on the city's famous Art Deco theatres.

Web monkeys

Web monkeys

Rediff.com18 Jun 2016

Ashish Sharma remembers a time when he set up the Web Monkeys to save the still new internet from doom.

India ranks 130 in ease of doing biz list; jumps 12 spots

India ranks 130 in ease of doing biz list; jumps 12 spots

Rediff.com28 Oct 2015

India ranks 130 in ease of doing biz report; jumps 12 spots