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Fans rage on social media over empty seats at World Cup

Fans rage on social media over empty seats at World Cup

Rediff.com16 Jun 2018

Iceland were holding Argentina 1-1 at halftime in their World Cup Group D match on Saturday after Alfred Finnbogason hit back to cancel out Sergio Aguero's opener for the South Americans.

No security checks in Moscow, Mukherjee tells LS

No security checks in Moscow, Mukherjee tells LS

Rediff.com22 Nov 2007

Mukherjee denied that he was made to pass through security checks in his recent official visit to Moscow, Russia.

1971 war: The lashes of the whip

1971 war: The lashes of the whip

Rediff.com26 Mar 2021

Akhtaruzzaman Elias's The Raincoat describes the effect of the 1971 war on a college and on one of its teachers in particular.

Eating out: South African cuisine in Mumbai

Eating out: South African cuisine in Mumbai

Rediff.com19 Jan 2010

A Ganesh Nadar and Nithya Ramani recently reviewed South African eatery Ubuntu in Andheri, Mumbai. Here's what they have to say about it.

Top 6: Hottest party destinations in India

Top 6: Hottest party destinations in India

Rediff.com31 Dec 2009

If you're wondering where to head to New Year's Eve, DJ Praveen Nair lists out his favourite options in six Indian cities.

Pix: Have you seen India's first rail coach?

Pix: Have you seen India's first rail coach?

Rediff.com24 May 2018

A Ganesh Nadar/Rediff.com brings you some fascinating facts and photographs from India's first international rail exhibition.

From Bihar to Dubai in the lockdown: Traveller's tale

From Bihar to Dubai in the lockdown: Traveller's tale

Rediff.com28 Aug 2020

'Through multiple transportation modes, flood waters, a couple of PPE kits, multiple temperature checks, quarantine check point, immigration approval, health declaration forms and through two Covid tests, which thankfully were negative, I finally reached home in Dubai.' Abhijit Masih reveals what it takes to embark on an international journey in the times of the pandemic.

Gerrard assault charge dropped

Gerrard assault charge dropped

Rediff.com20 Mar 2009

Prosecutors dropped accusations of assault against England and Liverpool midfielder Steven Gerrard on Friday but the player will still face a charge of affray over a bar brawl.

Pix: Jessica Simpson arrives in Mumbai

Pix: Jessica Simpson arrives in Mumbai

Rediff.com28 Oct 2009

Here's what your favourite celebs have been upto.

Oberois plan own water brand

Oberois plan own water brand

Rediff.com10 Sep 2008

The hotel giant is looking at having an exclusive arrangement with Pune-based Mulshi Springs -- a company that bottles natural spring water. The brand will be called Oberoi Spring Water and a formal announcement is expected soon. The packaged spring water will be available in 200 ml, 500 ml, 1 litre and 1.5 litre pet bottles priced between Rs 50 and Rs 200 respectively. "Water will be sourced from a rain forest near the Sahara Amby Valley," added the official.

Gerrard denies assault charge

Gerrard denies assault charge

Rediff.com23 Jan 2009

England and Liverpool midfielder Steven Gerrard told a court on Friday he would plead not guilty to assaulting a man in a bar brawl in December.

India's top chefs share their best summer recipes

India's top chefs share their best summer recipes

Rediff.com28 Apr 2018

Make summer fun with these simple recipes.

Now, the cafe comes home

Now, the cafe comes home

Rediff.com21 Dec 2015

Coffee Day has 1,555 outlets across India.

'Money not worth the risk'

'Money not worth the risk'

Rediff.com27 Nov 2008

Shocked by the footage of horror shown on television, spin legend Shane Warne, stranded in Singapore en route to Mumbai, said no amount of money would make him tour the troubled Indian metropolis for the now-postponed Champions League.

Spotted: Robin Singh and Dilip Vengsarkar

Spotted: Robin Singh and Dilip Vengsarkar

Rediff.com15 Feb 2007

Reader Vijay Sampathkumar sent us a picture of Robin Singh and Dilip Vengsarkar from Mumbai.

Spotted: Sri Lankan team in Colombo

Spotted: Sri Lankan team in Colombo

Rediff.com3 Mar 2009

Reader Dr.Yadunandan T V sent us these pictures from Colombo.

Emergency declared in Pakistani airports

Emergency declared in Pakistani airports

Rediff.com25 Sep 2008

All Pakistani airports were put on high alert on Thursday after an anonymous caller warned that they would be targeted today. An emergency was declared at the Islamabad airport and the passenger lounges and car parks in the premises were evacuated following the threat. Interior ministry chief Rehman Malik told reporters that there was no suicide bomber within the Islamabad airport but 'the threat still exists'. "We have enhanced security at all airports across the country."

Visit the 'Playstation Experience' in Mumbai

Visit the 'Playstation Experience' in Mumbai

Rediff.com23 Nov 2007

Sony invites the public to a free preview of the 'Playstation Experience'.

'They only had bouncers, not safety officers'

'They only had bouncers, not safety officers'

Rediff.com29 Dec 2017

'All restaurants and pubs must treat the issue seriously and appoint safety officers. This chalta hai attitude cannot work.'

Vijay Patil elected Mumbai CA chief; Azhar to represent Hyderabad

Vijay Patil elected Mumbai CA chief; Azhar to represent Hyderabad

Rediff.com4 Oct 2019

Vaibhav Gehlot, son of Rajasthan Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot, was elected president of the Rajasthan Cricket Association (RCA) as his panel swept all six posts in a tension-ridden election of the state body.

Spotted: Former India hockey goalkeeper Negi

Spotted: Former India hockey goalkeeper Negi

Rediff.com10 Mar 2008

Reader Gaurav Vaid sent us this picture.

The NRI who saved 150 lives

The NRI who saved 150 lives

Rediff.com4 Dec 2008

"The gunshots were getting louder and louder and the floor and ceiling were actually shaking from the blasts. I knew if we stayed put that, eventually, they'd find us. As an entrepreneur, you learn to think that nothing is impossible. The word 'No' doesn't register. So I asked myself, 'How do we do this?' and 'What would Richard Branson do?'" says British businessman Deepak Kuntawala.

Meet the lesser known people behind Justin Bieber's concert

Meet the lesser known people behind Justin Bieber's concert

Rediff.com11 May 2017

Wemeet the people who were there during the concert not to enjoy but to make sure that we all enjoy without any hesitation.

Splurge! India's top luxury hotels

Splurge! India's top luxury hotels

Rediff.com15 Jan 2008

The maharajas may no longer occupy these gracious palaces, but guests who stay in them enjoy enough comforts and amenities to feel like royalty.

Players are in discomfort but no use talking about it: Lanka coach

Players are in discomfort but no use talking about it: Lanka coach

Rediff.com5 Dec 2017

Sri Lanka coach Nic Pothas, on Tuesday, again said that his players' 'discomfort (owing to pollution) speaks for itself' and wondered why the state cricket body, DDCA, sent a local doctor to test their players.

25 WOW Frames of Dil Chahta Hai

25 WOW Frames of Dil Chahta Hai

Rediff.com17 Jul 2020

Dil Chahta Hai revolutionised the language of Hindi films. Sukanya Verma shows us how.

Message In A Bottle

Message In A Bottle

Rediff.com12 Feb 2020

Samridhi Bhardwaj analyses the dynamics of duty-free liquor allowance in India.

PIX: Shraddha, Shahid, Kangana party together

PIX: Shraddha, Shahid, Kangana party together

Rediff.com27 May 2015

Bollywood just needs a reason to party!

Race has rocking music

Race has rocking music

Rediff.com7 Feb 2008

Two rocking numbers, four run-of-the-mill songs and a whole bunch of eclectic remixes is the best Race has to offer.

The value of customised credit cards

The value of customised credit cards

Rediff.com26 Sep 2018

If you use customised cards that suit your lifestyle needs, you could also end up availing of a variety of deals, rewards, and discounts.

Tennis player does naked Playboy shoot

Tennis player does naked Playboy shoot

Rediff.com26 May 2008

American Ashley Harkleroad would be the first tennis player to appear in the world's most famous glamour magazine.

An earnest and upright diplomat to battle for UN reform

An earnest and upright diplomat to battle for UN reform

Rediff.com1 May 2020

At a critical time in the history of the United Nations, when the global order itself may be reshaped, following a devastating pandemic, India has chosen an experienced, charming and upright diplomat to lead the Indian delegation to the UN in New York.

U Me Aur Hum will make you smile

U Me Aur Hum will make you smile

Rediff.com19 Feb 2008

Vishal Bhardwaj comes up with a modest, lovely soundtrack for Ajay Devgan's directorial debut.

Trying times at Patel Stores

Trying times at Patel Stores

Rediff.com14 Sep 2007

Patel General Stores' business model and that of 11 million other stores like them in India are going to be even more reliant on fleet-footed young men dropping out of school in rural areas.

Mumbai hot spots: Where the stars hang out

Mumbai hot spots: Where the stars hang out

Rediff.com10 Jun 2008

A huge film industry with super-rich celebrities. Trendy restaurants and swanky clubs. Welcome to the new Mumbai.

How airlines are wooing business travellers

How airlines are wooing business travellers

Rediff.com18 Aug 2007

More legroom, flat-bed seating and brasserie-style meals. Business class fliers of these top airlines are enjoying that and more.

How may credit cards should you have?

How may credit cards should you have?

Rediff.com28 Aug 2018

'You should be able to juggle them, extract the most rewards out of them, and most importantly, be able to repay your dues on time.' 'However, you shouldn't try to get multiple cards at once,' advises Adhil Shetty, CEO, BankBazaar.com.

BPO employees have a ball at work

BPO employees have a ball at work

Rediff.com10 Dec 2007

BPOs employees now get to play XBox games, carom, badminton and other such stress-busting activities during their work breaks. This also helps in motivating workers, say top honchos at a few BPOs that have begun this initiative.

DGCA nixes airlines' proposal to charge for check-in baggage

DGCA nixes airlines' proposal to charge for check-in baggage

Rediff.com8 Jul 2015

In a relief to fliers, the civil aviation regulator DGCA has rejected the plea of some airlines to allow them to charge for the check-in baggage saying such a fee would be applicable only on baggage which exceeds the free limit of 15 kgs.

Excuse me, there's a lion near my wine

Excuse me, there's a lion near my wine

Rediff.com16 Feb 2015

A brand-new hotel located in Canberra, Australia's National Zoo and Aquarium offers an experience unlike another.