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Ranvir-Deepika, Genelia-Riteish: Meet The Stylish Desi Couples

Ranvir-Deepika, Genelia-Riteish: Meet The Stylish Desi Couples

Rediff.com8 Dec 2025

From handwoven saris to custom-designed festivewear, see how your favourite stars attended Swadesh's launch in Mumbai.

Tamannaah, Suhana Are Swapping Their Blouses For...

Tamannaah, Suhana Are Swapping Their Blouses For...

Rediff.com23 Oct 2025

Celebs everywhere are ditching the done-to-death cholis and opting for corsets instead. From saris to lehengas, these cinched up fits are giving desi wear a hot new update.

Kriti Turns The Red Carpet 'Green'

Kriti Turns The Red Carpet 'Green'

Rediff.com13 Oct 2025

The venue for the Filmfare Awards shifted to Ahmedabad last weekend, and stars dazzled on the red carpet and on stage.

What Khushi Wants From Janhvi

What Khushi Wants From Janhvi

Rediff.com31 Jul 2025

She's happiest because she shares this fashion staple with her sister.

From Alps To Underwater Vows, Weddings Turn Extravagant & Unique

From Alps To Underwater Vows, Weddings Turn Extravagant & Unique

Rediff.com4 Mar 2025

There's clearly no limit to how dramatic a wedding can be.

Priyanka, Rakul And The Magic Of Handspun

Priyanka, Rakul And The Magic Of Handspun

Rediff.com2 Oct 2024

Mahatma Gandhi showed India how to fight for Independence using khadi. Today khadi and handloom have become one of the many incredible faces India shows the world.

Recipe: Anita's Patoli

Recipe: Anita's Patoli

Rediff.com16 Aug 2024

Ever tried this Goan delicacy?

How Shriya, Sobhita celebrated National Handloom Day

How Shriya, Sobhita celebrated National Handloom Day

Rediff.com9 Aug 2024

They saluted 'the hands that weave timeless stories'.

#AmbaniWedding: Are These The Best Dressed Stars? VOTE

#AmbaniWedding: Are These The Best Dressed Stars? VOTE

Rediff.com15 Jul 2024

When you are attending one of the most high-profile weddings in the world, you expect nothing less than opulent fashion on display. That's exactly what we saw at the lavish wedding of Radhika Merchant and Anant Ambani.

The Dog Who Drives A Bullock Cart

The Dog Who Drives A Bullock Cart

Rediff.com7 Dec 2022

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Nataraja idol made using ancient Chola technique being installed at G20 venue

Nataraja idol made using ancient Chola technique being installed at G20 venue

Rediff.com2 Sep 2023

This statue, which is 28-foot tall including the pedestal, was made using the ancient lost-wax technique of metal casting that was used for making the famed Chola bronzes, sources said.

When Rekha Gave A Bachchan A Hug...

When Rekha Gave A Bachchan A Hug...

Rediff.com3 Apr 2023

Glimpses of how the stars interacted at the NMACC opening.

Artefacts from Himachal, Gujarat among Modi's gifts to G20 leaders

Artefacts from Himachal, Gujarat among Modi's gifts to G20 leaders

Rediff.com16 Nov 2022

Artworks and traditional items representing the rich heritage of Gujarat and Himachal Pradesh were Prime Minister Narendra Modi's choice of presents to world leaders during the G-20 summit in Bali.

Rig Veda, 'Magna Carta' to be exhibited at G20 summit

Rig Veda, 'Magna Carta' to be exhibited at G20 summit

Rediff.com2 Sep 2023

The exhibition of artefacts -- in physical and digital formats -- will be done on the same floor level where the leaders' meetings will take place, and they will walk through this 'cultural corridor' while moving into and out of the summit room, official sources said.

PHOTOS: Ethnic Indian beauties sizzle catwalk!

PHOTOS: Ethnic Indian beauties sizzle catwalk!

Rediff.com5 Aug 2012

Designer Deepika Govind celebrated the beauty of Patola at Lakme Fashion Week on Day Three.

PIX: Malaika glams up an awards night

PIX: Malaika glams up an awards night

Rediff.com21 Feb 2020

The Dadasaheb Phalke International Film Festival awards were held in Mumbai, and saw a mix of film and television stars in attendance.

Stunning! Aditi Rao Hydari wows in khadi

Stunning! Aditi Rao Hydari wows in khadi

Rediff.com7 Mar 2019

When Abu Jani and Sandeep Khosla dressed these stunning women in khadi.

How Gujarat plans to welcome Donald and Melania

How Gujarat plans to welcome Donald and Melania

Rediff.com19 Feb 2020

The Gujarat government has directed seven district collectors to ensure that the identity of each and every person coming for the road show and the Namaste Trump event is verified thoroughly.

'An Indian woman's sexuality lies in her eyes'

'An Indian woman's sexuality lies in her eyes'

Rediff.com17 Aug 2012

Fashion designer Deepika Govind discusses why the sexuality of Indian women lie in her eyes, how she would dress up Anna Hazare and of course her success mantras and words of wisdom for young and aspiring Indian fashion designers.

Twitter blocks accounts of Punjabi singer JazzyB, 3 others

Twitter blocks accounts of Punjabi singer JazzyB, 3 others

Rediff.com9 Jun 2021

Twitter has blocked accounts of Punjabi rapper JazzyB, Sydney-based hip-hop artist L-Fresh the Lion and two others following demands by the Indian government.

Stunning, dramatic brides!

Stunning, dramatic brides!

Rediff.com28 Aug 2015

When designer Gaurang Shah drew inspiration from the love story of the brave king Prithviraj Chauhan and his strong-willed queen, Samyukta, here's what happened.

Indian beauties on the runway

Indian beauties on the runway

Rediff.com18 Mar 2016

Day 2 at Amazon India Fashion Week saw some stunning Indian creations on the ramp. Take a look!

Mugdha God diste !

Mugdha God diste !

Rediff.com26 Aug 2016

Marathi mulgi Mugdha Godse looked gorgeous in a Gaurang Shah creation at Lakme Fashion Week.

7 saris every Indian woman should own

7 saris every Indian woman should own

Rediff.com7 Apr 2016

Sari's the drape for all seasons... How many of these do you have?

Goa's 'save the frog', J-K's 'back to village': Themes of R-Day tableaux

Goa's 'save the frog', J-K's 'back to village': Themes of R-Day tableaux

Rediff.com26 Jan 2020

Out of the total 22 tableaux, 16 were of various states and UTs and six of ministries, departments and the National Disaster Response Force.

Why Ayush Kejriwal Adores the Sari

Why Ayush Kejriwal Adores the Sari

Rediff.com21 Jun 2021

The Scottish designer talks about being inspired by the beautiful city of Kolkata, his Beauty By Deception campaign and why you won't spot many celebs on his Instagram page.

Sunny, Helen, Laxmi on the catwalk

Sunny, Helen, Laxmi on the catwalk

Rediff.com3 Apr 2016

The hottest showstoppers at Lakme Fashion Week Spring/Summer 2016.

Does Mouni Roy have your attention?

Does Mouni Roy have your attention?

Rediff.com14 Apr 2017

The good, bad and ugly looks from the celebrity circus.

This designer loves dressing up dusky women

This designer loves dressing up dusky women

Rediff.com6 Jul 2018

Fashion designer Ayush Kejriwal is breaking beauty stereotypes with his collection.

'We wanted to explore the real India'

'We wanted to explore the real India'

Rediff.com28 Jul 2020

'What motivated us was that a lot of people, especially youngsters, had a negative image about India.'

'Irrfan's not going to die'

'Irrfan's not going to die'

Rediff.com7 Jan 2020

Varun Gautam, Irrfan's friend from his Jaipur days, learned about Irrfan's illness when he received a phone call from Sutapa. This was sometime before Irrfan officially announced his illness. He assured her, 'Even if the doctors are concerned, he will still stay alive.'

Coming soon: A Modi museum in Gujarat

Coming soon: A Modi museum in Gujarat

Rediff.com23 Apr 2017

The Gujarat tourism department is planning to convert the erstwhile house of Modi's family into a museum, reports Sohini Das.

'I don't want only to be considered a pretty face'

'I don't want only to be considered a pretty face'

Rediff.com16 Oct 2018

'I never wanted to be a niche actor; I want to be a commercial star heroine.'

'I'm not instant coffee'

'I'm not instant coffee'

Rediff.com17 Oct 2018

'You have to sip me slowly and enjoy the journey.'

He knew what made India 'India'

He knew what made India 'India'

Rediff.com10 May 2017

Martand Singh, the master of weaves, took India to the world.

10 foods you must include in your diet

10 foods you must include in your diet

Rediff.com27 Oct 2014

Oncologist Dr Zankhana Buch, AyurVAID Hospital tells us why these foods could help you lead a healthy lifestyle.

No Achche Din for Varanasi's traditional handloom weavers

No Achche Din for Varanasi's traditional handloom weavers

Rediff.com9 Jun 2015

As India's top designers including Tarun Tahiliani, Vikram Phadnis, David Abraham, Rohit Bal, Rajesh Pratap Singh and Wendell Rodricks gather in Varanasi today to try and give a boost to the Benarasi handloom sari, in an initiative by designer turned BJP politician Shaina NC, Rashme Sehgal outlines the crisis facing the weavers.