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Why this could be the most INSPIRING collection

Why this could be the most INSPIRING collection

Rediff.com21 Oct 2020

Mother-daugher duo Bhumika and Minakshi Ahluwalia will present their collection at LFW's GenNext.

Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them Review:The magic is back!

Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them Review:The magic is back!

Rediff.com19 Nov 2016

Anita Aikara tells us the film is a must watch!

US wanted China to intervene against India in 1971 War

US wanted China to intervene against India in 1971 War

Rediff.com16 Dec 2021

On December 10, Kissinger began to encourage the Chinese to take action against India: 'If the People's Republic were to consider the situation on the Indian subcontinent a threat to security, and if it took measures to protect its security, the US would oppose efforts of others to interfere with the People's Republic.' On the 50th anniversary of India's greatest military victory, Claude Arpi recalls how the US suggested that China intervene militarily on Pakistan's side.

World's Sexiest Woman strips for a cause!

World's Sexiest Woman strips for a cause!

Rediff.com14 Dec 2010

Supermodel Marisa Miller has shed her clothes for Marc Jacobs' new campaign to fight skin cancer.

Why athletes MUST put health before Olympics

Why athletes MUST put health before Olympics

Rediff.com28 Apr 2020

The Olympics postponement must have hit some athletes hard, particularly those who looked at Tokyo as their swansong. But athletes must prioritise their health and family's well-being over competing at the Tokyo Olympics

Becker applauds athletes for protesting racial injustice

Becker applauds athletes for protesting racial injustice

Rediff.com27 Aug 2020

'We love our sport but it puts everything into perspective'

Toolkit case: Disha Ravi moves HC to bar cops from media leaks

Toolkit case: Disha Ravi moves HC to bar cops from media leaks

Rediff.com18 Feb 2021

The petition also seeks to restrain the media from publishing the contents or extracts of any alleged private chats, including those on WhatsApp, between her and third parties.

After Super League climbdown, City and Spurs register wins

After Super League climbdown, City and Spurs register wins

Rediff.com22 Apr 2021

Manchester City move a step closer to the Premier League title after a game in which both sides finished with 10 men.

Is the NFT phenomenon a bubble? Or a new beginning?

Is the NFT phenomenon a bubble? Or a new beginning?

Rediff.com21 Mar 2021

Welcome to Non-Fungible Tokens (NFT) - digital constructs authenticated using an abstract mathematical application. An NFT is a unique token added to some digital construct and registered on a blockchain with details of ownership. The construct itself might be free (it often is) but the NFT along with the construct is worth "more". The NFT market didn't exist until 2017 when "cryptokitties", or virtual cats, became available with NFTs. The market is now worth around $350 million. Speculators believe it is likely to be worth much more in future.

Elephant in the room: Is it community infection or no?

Elephant in the room: Is it community infection or no?

Rediff.com24 Apr 2020

'Call it by whichever name, but there is transmission happening between people.'

Mr Modi, please listen to Dr John

Mr Modi, please listen to Dr John

Rediff.com11 Jun 2021

'What the government should do is to use the vaccine judiciously, not just to prevent a third wave alone, but to stop the number of deaths happening in the interim.'

After a year of Covid, India may not face a second wave

After a year of Covid, India may not face a second wave

Rediff.com9 Feb 2021

Epidemiologists point out that if there is no second wave, it means that the number of infected has surpassed the uninfected, reports Ruchika Chitravanshi.

Rise and shine: Morning stretches to do in bed

Rise and shine: Morning stretches to do in bed

Rediff.com28 Mar 2013

We bring you an exclusive excerpt from wellness expert Vesna P Jacob's book Work it Out Without a Workout.

Price tag keeps Messi out of Liverpool's reach

Price tag keeps Messi out of Liverpool's reach

Rediff.com29 Aug 2020

'For the Premier League, it would be great having the best player in the world in the league. I'm not sure the Premier League needs a boost but it would be.'

Dhoni massive influence, wanted his attention in IPL: Ashwin

Dhoni massive influence, wanted his attention in IPL: Ashwin

Rediff.com18 Jun 2020

India's premier off-spinner Ravichandran Ashwin described Mahendra Singh Dhoni as a "massive influence" on his career, revealing that at the beginning of his IPL stint, he was driven by an intense desire to get the former captain's attention. Ashwin got his contract with CSK, one of the most successful IPL sides, in 2008 and said the stint with the three-time IPL champions shaped his career.

Mixed results for India at World Athletics Championships

Mixed results for India at World Athletics Championships

Rediff.com6 Oct 2019

Laggards at the world stage, the 27-member Indian team was not expected to win any medal but it performed better than expected in this World Championships with three finalists.

EPL PIX: Manchester derby ends in stalemate; Chelsea lose

EPL PIX: Manchester derby ends in stalemate; Chelsea lose

Rediff.com13 Dec 2020

IMAGES from the EPL matches played on Saturday.

Experts from US to join efforts to control Assam oil well fire

Experts from US to join efforts to control Assam oil well fire

Rediff.com14 Jun 2020

Singapore-based Alert Disaster Control, one of the largest disaster management companies in the oil and gas sector, has already joined the team of experts from ONGC and OIL, reports Shine Jacob.

'India may escalate it a bit further'

'India may escalate it a bit further'

Rediff.com1 Mar 2019

'Will it lead to a full-scale war? I doubt it.' 'But I do think there will be some kind of limited conflict.'

Did Satyagraha for Bangladesh's freedom: PM Modi in Dhaka

Did Satyagraha for Bangladesh's freedom: PM Modi in Dhaka

Rediff.com26 Mar 2021

Modi, who was wearing a 'Mujib Jacket' as tribute to Bangladesh's Father of the Nation, said that Bangabandhu's leadership and bravery had ensured that no power could enslave Bangladesh.

Here's a complete list of Wimbledon women's singles champions

Here's a complete list of Wimbledon women's singles champions

Rediff.com14 Jul 2018

List of Wimbledon women's singles champions:

Disha, 2 others created toolkit; sent it to Greta on Telegram: Police

Disha, 2 others created toolkit; sent it to Greta on Telegram: Police

Rediff.com16 Feb 2021

Climate activist Disha Ravi along with Mumbai lawyer Nikita Jacob and Pune-based engineer Shantanu created the 'toolkit' related to the farmers' agitation and shared it with others to tarnish India's image, the Delhi Police said on Monday.

Tokyo Olympics: Important Moment for India

Tokyo Olympics: Important Moment for India

Rediff.com9 Aug 2021

Tokyo should remain the benchmark and source of inspiration till at least Paris 2024. In the shorter run, India's preparations for the Asian and Commonwealth Games next year must begin based on lessons learnt now, asserts Raj Kishore Mishra, former joint secretary at the sports ministry.

Will Santa bring good news for India's real estate developers?

Will Santa bring good news for India's real estate developers?

Rediff.com6 Dec 2018

Christmas is a perfect time for most NRIs to travel back to India and include property buying in their schedule. Ahmedabad, Kochi, Ludhiana and Chandigarh are some cities that witness generous investments from NRI investors.

The Hugger is in Hamburg, folks!

The Hugger is in Hamburg, folks!

Rediff.com7 Jul 2017

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Some countries exporting terror amid Covid: India at UN

Some countries exporting terror amid Covid: India at UN

Rediff.com18 Nov 2020

India's Permanent Representative to the UN, Ambassador T S Tirumurti, said on Tuesday that India condemns all forms of anti-semitism and all forms of discrimination on religious grounds anywhere in the world.

Biological E plans to make 1.5 billion Corbevax jabs in 2021

Biological E plans to make 1.5 billion Corbevax jabs in 2021

Rediff.com2 Jul 2021

By 2022, there is a plan to make an mRNA-technology vaccine, for which it has tied up with Canadian firm Providence Therapeutics.

Elite athletes must respect distancing in training

Elite athletes must respect distancing in training

Rediff.com14 May 2020

The government has said elite sport in England cannot return until at least June 1 and will have to take place without spectators present.

Meet the 'Zuptas' of South Africa

Meet the 'Zuptas' of South Africa

Rediff.com16 Feb 2018

A politically-connected business dynasty that moved to South Africa from India, the Gupta family finds itself at the centre of many of the scandals that have dogged now former president Jacob Zuma's administration. A day after the ruling African National Congress ordered Zuma out of office, the Guptas' prominent role in his presidency was highlighted. So who are the Guptas and how close are their links to Zuma?

Women's tennis has a new leader

Women's tennis has a new leader

Rediff.com17 Sep 2020

Already a sporting icon, Osaka's fight for equality has focussed even more attention on her

'My country is walking down a dark path'

'My country is walking down a dark path'

Rediff.com25 Feb 2021

'The only reason why these troubling developments are taking place is because of a certain arrogance of power displayed by this government that hopes to clamp down on those voices which have repeatedly pointed out that their bloated rhetoric and grandstanding are not matched by their insipid and tepid response in matters of governance.'

Here are nominees for Male World Athlete of the Year 2020

Here are nominees for Male World Athlete of the Year 2020

Rediff.com2 Nov 2020

A three-way voting process will determine the finalists.

Kochi to Tokyo on a bicycle

Kochi to Tokyo on a bicycle

Rediff.com16 Dec 2019

Three young Indians plan to cycle from Kochi in Kerala to Tokyo in time to attend the Olympics there next year.

Worlds: Indian relay teams, Shivpal fail to qualify for finals

Worlds: Indian relay teams, Shivpal fail to qualify for finals

Rediff.com6 Oct 2019

India was aiming for an Olympic qualification as the eight finalists get an automatic berth for next year's Tokyo Games.

Matlala, champion who counted Mandela among fans, dies

Matlala, champion who counted Mandela among fans, dies

Rediff.com7 Dec 2013

South African boxer Jacob 'Baby Jake' Matlala, the shortest world champion whose fortunes were closely followed by Nelson Mandela, died on Saturday at the age of 51, local media reported.

UK regulator issues allergy warning for Pfizer vaccine

UK regulator issues allergy warning for Pfizer vaccine

Rediff.com9 Dec 2020

The warning comes after two National Health Service (NHS) workers experienced 'anaphylactoid reaction' symptoms shortly after being injected, but are now said to be recovering well.

Jamaican Campbell-Brown cleared by CAS

Jamaican Campbell-Brown cleared by CAS

Rediff.com24 Feb 2014

Jamaican sprinter Veronica Campbell-Brown has been cleared to resume her career by the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS), her American-based lawyer Howard Jacobs said on Monday.

Neeraj wins historic javelin throw gold at CWG, heartbreak in other events

Neeraj wins historic javelin throw gold at CWG, heartbreak in other events

Rediff.com14 Apr 2018

Neeraj Chopra, on Saturday, became the first Indian javelin thrower to claim a gold medal at the Commonwealth Games, with a season's best effort of 86.47m in the final, in Gold Coast.

Warriors

Warriors

Rediff.com8 Sep 2010

The Warriors team for the Champions League T20, which kicks-off in Johannesburg, South Africa, on Friday, September 10.

'Sebi has given go ahead for RailTel IPO'

'Sebi has given go ahead for RailTel IPO'

Rediff.com30 Nov 2020

'We have filed our draft red herring prospectus for a floating IPO for a net offer size of 86.6 million shares.'