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Miss Bollywood's 'Airport Look'?

Miss Bollywood's 'Airport Look'?

Rediff.com11 May 2020

With flight services put on hold and everyone from paparazzi to celebrities staying home, we aren't getting any glimpses of Bollywood vanity. Sukanya Verma collects some airport looks from the movies for your enjoyment.

What Modi must do to revive the economy

What Modi must do to revive the economy

Rediff.com11 May 2020

'At this stage, you should distribute money and food.' 'Like you queue up to vote, let people queue up to collect this.' 'This will arrest the decline in demand which will have a multiplier effect on the demand side for the economy as a whole.' 'The government should earmark about 2% of the GDP for this.' 'And this should be the first step to revive the economy.'

Deep Singh, the 'super Sikh' who hates bad guys and loves Elvis

Deep Singh, the 'super Sikh' who hates bad guys and loves Elvis

Rediff.com26 Feb 2015

Move over Batman and superman.

UK to begin 'historic' Covid vaccination drive this week

UK to begin 'historic' Covid vaccination drive this week

Rediff.com6 Dec 2020

Frontline healthcare staff, people over the age of 80 and care home workers will be among the first to get the vaccine as part of Phase 1 of the programme from Tuesday, which was approved for rollout by the UK's independent regulator earlier this week.

Tokyo Games: The Math in Everything

Tokyo Games: The Math in Everything

Rediff.com29 Jul 2021

I wondered how being scientist-mathematician helps one cycle better. Perhaps the self-discipline helps; perhaps it is the scientist-technologist perspective of breaking down the whole into separate pieces, identifying specifics and working on them for improved results, mulls Shyam G Menon.

Samsung Gear Fit: Should you buy it for 15k?

Samsung Gear Fit: Should you buy it for 15k?

Rediff.com12 May 2014

With the second iteration of Samsung Gear, the company has replaced its earlier Android interface with Tizen. But given that the Gear Fit retails for Rs 15,450 -- which is more than the full price of a Motorola Moto G -- is it worth a look?

'Australians will do everything to unsettle this Indian team'

'Australians will do everything to unsettle this Indian team'

Rediff.com22 Aug 2014

India's tour of Australia might be over three months away but mind games have already started with pacer Ryan Harris saying they will not tone down their aggression and the Indians may face a brutal summer from fellow fast bowler Mitchell Johnson.

Delhi land sale: GMR may get over Rs 100 crore per acre

Delhi land sale: GMR may get over Rs 100 crore per acre

Rediff.com15 Jul 2014

GMR Infra, a publicly held firm that manages the Delhi international airport, is set to kickstart the second phase of monetisation of its 230-acre land parcel near the airport.

Paytm back on Google Play store after being pulled down briefly

Paytm back on Google Play store after being pulled down briefly

Rediff.com18 Sep 2020

Paytm will not be available for download now but there will be no impact on existing users of the app. 'The app was blocked for violation of play policies - a clarification of our policy was released earlier today ahead of the IPL (Indian Premier League) tournament,' Google said in an e-mailed response on Friday.

Ambani has Modi in one pocket and Rahul in the other: Kejriwal

Ambani has Modi in one pocket and Rahul in the other: Kejriwal

Rediff.com23 Feb 2014

The Aam Aadmi Party kickstarted its Lok Sabha campaign on Sunday with its leader Arvind Kejriwal challenging Narendra Modi to "show guts" in giving a promise to bring back black money of his industrialist friends allegedly stashed away abroad if he becomes Prime Minister.

Soon, solar headphones that charge mobiles

Soon, solar headphones that charge mobiles

Rediff.com10 Jul 2013

Andrew Anderson, a Glasgow-based designer, launched the OnBeat headphones on crowdfunding site Kickstarter and hopes to have them on sale by early next year.

There are Wazes in every police force

There are Wazes in every police force

Rediff.com13 Apr 2021

'What this incident must do is provide a renewed impetus to urgently bring in police reforms; changes that will ensure that political patronage and extraneous pressure are reduced to a minimum and allow the police to function independently and honestly,' argues Vivek Gumaste.

Big B, Madhuri, Vidya, Salman: Bollywood's BUSY weekend

Big B, Madhuri, Vidya, Salman: Bollywood's BUSY weekend

Rediff.com11 Nov 2013

Here's what your favourite Bollywood stars were up to this past weekend.

Dedication, not money, matters during calamities: Nita Ambani

Dedication, not money, matters during calamities: Nita Ambani

Rediff.com27 Sep 2013

Kickstarting relief work for over 25,000 people affected by floods in Uttarakhand, Reliance Foundation Chairperson Nita Ambani has said that it is the dedication and sincerity towards lending a helping hand that matters more than money during times of natural calamities.

Kyrgios puts it in perspective as he eases into second round

Kyrgios puts it in perspective as he eases into second round

Rediff.com21 Jan 2020

'I felt like I was very focused today. Every match I've played this year, I've been pretty good. It's probably because of everything going on'

The Women Who Were Launched by Salman Khan

The Women Who Were Launched by Salman Khan

Rediff.com28 Jan 2014

Salman Khan has launched as many as 11 actresses in his career. We take a look.

12 tips to get your CV noticed online

12 tips to get your CV noticed online

Rediff.com29 Apr 2013

Simple ways to be spotted on Linkedin

ECB to hire expert to monitor players' mental health

ECB to hire expert to monitor players' mental health

Rediff.com29 Dec 2020

Earlier this month, ECB managing director Ashley Giles had said that cricketers will be provided "mental health screening" before they commit to any further tours.

PIX: Ram Charan-Upasana wedding rituals commence

PIX: Ram Charan-Upasana wedding rituals commence

Rediff.com13 Jun 2012

The couple is set to tie the knot tomorrow.

Hero Honda launches all-new Ambition bike

Hero Honda launches all-new Ambition bike

Rediff.com29 Jan 2004

Hero Honda Motors on Thursday launched a restyled version of the 135cc motorcycle Ambition to further boost sales in the premium motorcycle segment.

Buying a sedan? 2021 may be just the year for it

Buying a sedan? 2021 may be just the year for it

Rediff.com13 Jan 2021

There are a whopping 10 sedans slated for a launch in India this year. Rajesh Karkera/Rediff.com gives the lowdown.

PIX: Looking at Kareena Kapoor's Bridal Outfits

PIX: Looking at Kareena Kapoor's Bridal Outfits

Rediff.com19 Oct 2012

We take a look at Kareena Kapoor's designer outfits from the wedding festivities.

The ambitious CCTNS: A nation-wide report card

The ambitious CCTNS: A nation-wide report card

Rediff.com22 Nov 2012

The Rs 2,000 crore Crime and Criminal Tracking Networking and Systems project, which was kickstarted to create a comprehensive and integrated system for enhancing the efficiency of policing by creating a nation-wide network, was put on a weekly monitoring roster owing to slow progress of this ambitious home ministry project. Vicky Nanjappa brings you the progress report.

Sushma in B'luru: Why would anyone vote for Congress?

Sushma in B'luru: Why would anyone vote for Congress?

Rediff.com21 Apr 2013

Addressing the gathering at the Malleshwaram grounds in Bengaluru, Sushma said she was proud of the work that her party had done in the state.

Kolkata turns pink as countdown for first Day/Night Test begins

Kolkata turns pink as countdown for first Day/Night Test begins

Rediff.com17 Nov 2019

With the two teams arriving in Kolkata in the next 48 hours, all roads in the 'City of Joy' lead to the Eden.

'We want Rs 3 crore for Zanjeer remake rights'

'We want Rs 3 crore for Zanjeer remake rights'

Rediff.com10 Apr 2013

The controversy surrounding the film refuses to die down.

Health ministry okays HCQ for early course of COVID-19

Health ministry okays HCQ for early course of COVID-19

Rediff.com13 Jun 2020

The health ministry on Saturday recommended the use of antiviral drug remdesivir in moderate stage of COVID-19 while backtracking from its earlier stance on hydroxychloroquine, saying the anti-malarial drug should be used in the early course of the disease and not on critically ill patients.

'We can either live and eat or pay the electricity bill'

'We can either live and eat or pay the electricity bill'

Rediff.com6 Oct 2012

As Arvind Kejriwal kickstarts his political campaign by raking up the issue of 'inflated' electricity bills in the national capital, Rediff.com's Priyanka speaks to several Delhi residents to know their take.

Eden Gardens, a ground renowned for historic firsts

Eden Gardens, a ground renowned for historic firsts

Rediff.com30 Oct 2019

Eden is the longest surviving Test ground in Asia. The stadium hosted its first match in 1934 between India and England.

Dutt case: How far does the power to pardon in India go?

Dutt case: How far does the power to pardon in India go?

Rediff.com28 Mar 2013

Amid a growing clamour for clemency for Bollywood actor Sanjay Dutt, who has been ordered by the Supreme Court to return to jail to complete a five-year sentence in the 1993 Mumbai blasts case, the man in question has said that he has not sought any pardon and will surrender in time.

Revealed: The ORIGINAL cast of Silsila!

Revealed: The ORIGINAL cast of Silsila!

Rediff.com28 Sep 2012

The veteran filmmaker talks about his illustrious cinematic journey with his favourite leading man Shah Rukh Khan.

Diganth headed to Bollywood?

Diganth headed to Bollywood?

Rediff.com27 Feb 2013

Get your lowdown of what's happening in Kannada cinema.

Djokovic doubtful for Australian Open?

Djokovic doubtful for Australian Open?

Rediff.com29 Dec 2017

Former world number one Novak Djokovic's preparation for next month's Australian Open suffered a blow after he pulled out of the season-opening exhibition event in Abu Dhabi on Friday due to pain in his right elbow.

Now, a dancing robot that can groove to your tunes

Now, a dancing robot that can groove to your tunes

Rediff.com13 Sep 2012

Researchers at Georgia Technology developed the gyrating Robotic dock that looks like a bizarre futuristic table lamp, but in fact is a fully featured dancing robot called 'Shimi'

PIX: How Agarwal helped India wrest the initiative on Day 1

PIX: How Agarwal helped India wrest the initiative on Day 1

Rediff.com10 Oct 2019

Mayank Agarwal notched up his second hundred in as many Tests and combined with Cheteshwar Pujara to set up a platform for India to post a big first-innings total against South Africa in the second Test.

This is how BJP plans to win Bengal

This is how BJP plans to win Bengal

Rediff.com5 Dec 2018

BJP chief Amit Shah had set a target of winning 22 Lok Sabha seats out of 42 seats in West Bengal.

How Imran fell for Katrina Kaif!

How Imran fell for Katrina Kaif!

Rediff.com10 Aug 2011

The actor, along with costar Katrina Kaif launched the music of their upcoming film Mere Brother kI Dulhan.

Modi to woo voters with his '3D avatar'

Modi to woo voters with his '3D avatar'

Rediff.com18 Nov 2012

Gujarat Chief Minister Narendra Modi will kickstart his party's official election campaign with help of 3D technology on Sunday at 6 pm from Ahmedabad, and will simultaneously address people in Ahmedabad , Rajkot, Baroda and Surat with the help of 3D high-technology, says our correspondent.

Ang Lee: People in India are really wonderful

Ang Lee: People in India are really wonderful

Rediff.com30 Oct 2012

Hollywood director Ang Lee discusses India, Life of Pi.

Leh's panchayat model ideal for entire nation: Rahul

Leh's panchayat model ideal for entire nation: Rahul

Rediff.com4 Oct 2012

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on Thursday complimented the panchayat system of Leh saying this model should be practised in the entire country.