News for '-pearl'

Cannes 2018: Kangana goes retro!

Cannes 2018: Kangana goes retro!

Rediff.com10 May 2018

What a glamorous debut!

'No Chinese military bases in Indian Ocean'

'No Chinese military bases in Indian Ocean'

Rediff.com11 Sep 2009

Former Foreign Secretary Shiv Shankar Menon, on Friday, dismissed the view that China plans to encircle India through military bases in the Indian Ocean, saying the 'string of pearls' is a "pretty ineffective murder weapon".

Pix: Why co-host Rihanna is Met Gala's real star

Pix: Why co-host Rihanna is Met Gala's real star

Rediff.com8 May 2018

The pop singer once again ruled the annual charity gala.

Bewitching black beauty!

Bewitching black beauty!

Rediff.com5 Feb 2017

Aditi Rao Hydari looked like a royal princess in the black encrusted lehenga.

What does our country need today?

What does our country need today?

Rediff.com3 Jan 2020

'In our societal interest, all those measures, laws etc that are creating turmoil and turbulence should be immediately withdrawn, the government and all political leaders should win the trust of ordinary people and establish social harmony and peace that is so essential to progress and prosperity,' says the well-known Kannada poet Chennaveera Kanavi.

Why Priyanka, Saina picked blue for their special day

Why Priyanka, Saina picked blue for their special day

Rediff.com21 Dec 2018

Not just the brides, blue seems to be a favourite among the bridesmaids too.

Chhalaang review

Chhalaang review

Rediff.com13 Nov 2020

Hands down, the star of the show is Rajkummar Rao, observes Sukanya Verma.

PIX: Shenaz Treasury's Kerala holiday

PIX: Shenaz Treasury's Kerala holiday

Rediff.com18 Apr 2017

Let us travel to Kerala with the Ishq Vishk girl.

#VirushkaWedding: Which Anushka outfit do you like? VOTE!

#VirushkaWedding: Which Anushka outfit do you like? VOTE!

Rediff.com27 Dec 2017

Here comes the bride, in all her colours!

Lessons from Virushka reception: How to rock the lehenga like a star

Lessons from Virushka reception: How to rock the lehenga like a star

Rediff.com27 Dec 2017

You need look no further for that wedding look full of oomph!

Virushka: Traditional in Delhi, glamorous in Mumbai

Virushka: Traditional in Delhi, glamorous in Mumbai

Rediff.com27 Dec 2017

Anushka Sharma opted for Sabyasachi again, but Virat Kohli changed his designer.

Why CBI went after Sebi officers for Saradha, not Sahara

Why CBI went after Sebi officers for Saradha, not Sahara

Rediff.com15 Apr 2021

It is intriguing that the CBI has shown little interest in the most scandalous and biggest collective investment scheme ever, from the Sahara group, asserts Debashis Basu.

Pele @80: Milestones in the soccer legend's career

Pele @80: Milestones in the soccer legend's career

Rediff.com23 Oct 2020

Here's what you must know about the youngest scorer, youngest hat-trick scorer, youngest final player and youngest final scorer in football World Cup history.

Sophie Trudeau wore a kurta by this Indian designer

Sophie Trudeau wore a kurta by this Indian designer

Rediff.com20 Feb 2018

We must add that she looked gorgeous in it!

Priyanka Chopra's SEXY Street Style!

Priyanka Chopra's SEXY Street Style!

Rediff.com2 May 2018

Slaying' it on the streets too!

Photos! How to make a statement in white on the red carpet

Photos! How to make a statement in white on the red carpet

Rediff.com20 Apr 2018

Meet the celebs who stole the show at Mizwan in hues of white.

Pix: They're CHIC! They're BOLD! They're HOT!

Pix: They're CHIC! They're BOLD! They're HOT!

Rediff.com2 Feb 2019

Three fashionistas share their style tips with Anita Aikara/Rediff.com.

PIX: Aamir, Big B, Lisa Haydon at Kangna Ranaut's birthday bash

PIX: Aamir, Big B, Lisa Haydon at Kangna Ranaut's birthday bash

Rediff.com24 Mar 2014

The Queen actress turned 27 on March 23.

Woman becomes 1st Sikh to graduate from US military academy

Woman becomes 1st Sikh to graduate from US military academy

Rediff.com13 Jun 2020

A second-generation immigrant born and raised in Roswell, Georgia, Narang had an early appreciation for military service due to her maternal grandfather's career in the Indian Army.

Renault launches Duster All Wheel Drive at Rs 11.89 lakh

Renault launches Duster All Wheel Drive at Rs 11.89 lakh

Rediff.com24 Sep 2014

The mileage of the SUV is 19.72 kmpl.

'Basuda taught us how to express love without...'

'Basuda taught us how to express love without...'

Rediff.com9 Jun 2020

'...saying 'I love you'.' 'In none of the films has my character ever uttered 'I love you' or 'Main tumse mohabbat karta hoon'.'

City of Dreams 2 review

City of Dreams 2 review

Rediff.com8 Aug 2021

The second season of City Of Dreams has more pulp, hardly any juice, feels Sreehari Nair.

'Wipro to continue inorganic growth'

'Wipro to continue inorganic growth'

Rediff.com24 Jul 2014

Less than a week after closing an acquisition, Premji tells investors firm will continue to look at buyouts.

'Why and how did science in India stagnate?'

'Why and how did science in India stagnate?'

Rediff.com15 Dec 2020

'It looked as if India had been a major player in science at that time, raising the question when and why things changed,' says distinguished aerospace scientist Professor Roddam Narasimha.

Angie, Dan enjoy a train ride

Angie, Dan enjoy a train ride

Rediff.com13 Nov 2006

The Hollywood couple shoot for their new film in Mumbai.

Phailin is the strongest cyclone to hit India since 1999

Phailin is the strongest cyclone to hit India since 1999

Rediff.com12 Oct 2013

United States experts have described Phailin as the strongest tropical cyclone to hit India in 14 years.

Shruti Hassan looks so stunning, Papa Kamal should be proud

Shruti Hassan looks so stunning, Papa Kamal should be proud

Rediff.com24 Aug 2014

The multi-talented actor walked the ramp for designer Shehla Khan.

StyleDiaries: Sonam is fashion's IT girl

StyleDiaries: Sonam is fashion's IT girl

Rediff.com17 Mar 2017

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

AMAZING Films Coming Up on Netflix!

AMAZING Films Coming Up on Netflix!

Rediff.com16 Jul 2020

Joginder Tuteja lets us know what to expect.

'Mere desh ki dharti'... Survey peppered with Bollywood quips

'Mere desh ki dharti'... Survey peppered with Bollywood quips

Rediff.com29 Jan 2018

Iconic dialogues from Bollywood movies like Sunny Deol's Damini, have found its place in the Economic Survey 2018.

Overseas investment by Indian firms at $2.28 bn in Nov

Overseas investment by Indian firms at $2.28 bn in Nov

Rediff.com12 Dec 2013

Construction major Larsen & Toubro invested $160.80 million in its wholly owned unit in the United Arab Emirates for business in financial services.

What Irrfan learned from Angelina

What Irrfan learned from Angelina

Rediff.com23 May 2007

Irrfan Khan talks about his methods of acting, and what makes Angelina Jolie such a great actress.

Does India measure up as a maritime power?

Does India measure up as a maritime power?

Rediff.com16 Feb 2021

At any time, there is a need to operationally deploy two aircraft carriers in the vast Indian Ocean, asserts Vice Admiral Premvir Das (retd).

Pics: Off ramp fashionistas

Pics: Off ramp fashionistas

Rediff.com1 Apr 2016

These Mumbai girls caught our attention at Lakme Fashion Week Summer/Resort 2016.

Lead a better life: 8 lessons from Sandra Bullock

Lead a better life: 8 lessons from Sandra Bullock

Rediff.com21 May 2014

The Oscar-winning actress shared some interesting pearls of wisdom in her commencement speech at Warren Easton Charter High School in New Orleans.

FDI norms may be eased further to tackle CAD: Survey

FDI norms may be eased further to tackle CAD: Survey

Rediff.com4 Jul 2019

The deficit increased to $ 57.2 billion or 2.1 per cent of gross domestic product (GDP) in 2018-19 as against 1.8 per cent in the previous year.

Hyderabad: From software hub to drug haven of India

Hyderabad: From software hub to drug haven of India

Rediff.com14 Jul 2014

The focus on maintaining peace amid the violent protests demanding for a different state of Telangana has allowed drug peddlers and suppliers to set up shop in the Old City and carry out their nefarious activities, reports Rediff.com's Vicky Nanjappa.

The Best Dressed Stars At Sonam's wedding

The Best Dressed Stars At Sonam's wedding

Rediff.com10 May 2018

What do *you* think about Bollywood's style file?

Met Gala: Who wore it better, Priyanka or Deepika? VOTE!

Met Gala: Who wore it better, Priyanka or Deepika? VOTE!

Rediff.com8 May 2018

Bollywood puts on different shades of red!

As India watches, China grows powerful in Sri Lanka

As India watches, China grows powerful in Sri Lanka

Rediff.com8 Jun 2021

Xi Jinping is winning the war without firing a shot in Sri Lanka, observes Colonel R Hariharan (retd).