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What's Mrunal Doing In Kashmir?

What's Mrunal Doing In Kashmir?

Rediff.com25 Nov 2023

Aditi honoured in Dubai... Sonal turns poet...Kalki goes surfing...

Fit Sreejesh says Paris Games won't be his last

Fit Sreejesh says Paris Games won't be his last

Rediff.com16 Mar 2024

The goal-keeper eyes coaching role post retirement.

IOA chief PT Usha breaks silence on CEO controversy

IOA chief PT Usha breaks silence on CEO controversy

Rediff.com4 Feb 2024

No question of going back on IOA CEO's appointment, says PT Usha

Bharat Ratna recipients' tally touches 53, maximum awardees in 2024

Bharat Ratna recipients' tally touches 53, maximum awardees in 2024

Rediff.com9 Feb 2024

Till now, the maximum Bharat Ratnas were awarded in 1999 when four recipients were given the coveted award.

Renowned Pakistani qawwali singer Amjad Sabri shot dead

Renowned Pakistani qawwali singer Amjad Sabri shot dead

Rediff.com22 Jun 2016

Sabri, 45, and an associate were travelling in a car in Karachi's Liquatabad 10 area when unidentified motorcycle-borne gunmen fired at their vehicle, critically injuring them.

Centurion Test: Bavuma reveals the real challenge both India, South Africa face

Centurion Test: Bavuma reveals the real challenge both India, South Africa face

Rediff.com25 Dec 2023

South Africa is one of the most challenging places in the world for batters and the side which can adapt to the seamer friendly conditions quickest has the best chance of success in the first Test against India, according to home captain Temba Bavuma.

Renowned Urdu poet Rahat Indori dies in hospital

Renowned Urdu poet Rahat Indori dies in hospital

Rediff.com11 Aug 2020

The poet had been admitted to the hospital on Tuesday morning after he tested positive for the disease.

The untold story behind AB de Villiers' sudden exit

The untold story behind AB de Villiers' sudden exit

Rediff.com8 Dec 2023

AB de Villiers revealed that his young son accidentally kicked him in the eye, leading to a decline in vision.

Rashid Khan undergoes lower-back surgery

Rashid Khan undergoes lower-back surgery

Rediff.com24 Nov 2023

On Thursday, Rashid's BBL side Adelaide Strikers had announced that Rashid would undergo a minor operation soon.

Art Director Nitin Desai found dead

Art Director Nitin Desai found dead

Rediff.com2 Aug 2023

He was known for his art work in films like Hum Dil De Chuke Sanam, Jodhaa Akbar and Prem Ratan Dhan Payo.

'If you are brave, you become unstoppable'

'If you are brave, you become unstoppable'

Rediff.com13 Feb 2024

'I remember that when I was about seven years old, a doctor saw me and told my family that I would only survive for six months and that the disease had no cure. But my mother never gave up. She would always say, 'My son is born to become a renowned wrestler'.'

IPL 2024: Hardik Pandya replaces Rohit as Mumbai Indians captain

IPL 2024: Hardik Pandya replaces Rohit as Mumbai Indians captain

Rediff.com15 Dec 2023

Hardik Pandya replaced Rohit Sharma as the captain of Mumbai Indians for IPL 2024 next year.

Malaika's 'Date' With M F Husain!

Malaika's 'Date' With M F Husain!

Rediff.com2 Oct 2023

Bollywood is always on the move, whether on work or pleasure. And they *always* keep us updated!

EC to designate Sachin Tendulkar as 'national icon'

EC to designate Sachin Tendulkar as 'national icon'

Rediff.com22 Aug 2023

Through the partnership, the EC seeks to address the challenges of urban and youth apathy towards voting.

Adani Green seals $1.36 bn financing for world's largest renewable energy park

Adani Green seals $1.36 bn financing for world's largest renewable energy park

Rediff.com5 Dec 2023

Adani Green Energy (AGEL) on Tuesday announced it has secured a funding of $1.36 billion from a consortium of international banks as part of its construction financing framework. The $1.36-billion senior debt facility will enhance the company's funding pool to $3 billion since initial project financing in March 2021, AGEL said in a statement. According to the statement, AGEL, India's largest and world's leading renewable energy player, announced a follow-on funding of $1.36 billion to further boost its construction financing framework to $3 billion backed by a consortium of renowned international banks.

Marathon world record holder Kiptum dies in car crash

Marathon world record holder Kiptum dies in car crash

Rediff.com12 Feb 2024

According to the Nation newspaper, Kiptum was driving his Rwandan coach and a woman in a car near the Rift Valley village where he was born when the accident occurred.

Who Played Irrfan's Double In This Film?

Who Played Irrfan's Double In This Film?

Rediff.com10 Nov 2023

'We used Babil as a body double, and in an extreme wide shot too.'

PV Narasimha Rao, Charan Singh, MS Swaminathan get Bharat Ratna

PV Narasimha Rao, Charan Singh, MS Swaminathan get Bharat Ratna

Rediff.com9 Feb 2024

The government had earlier announced the country's highest civilian honour for L K Advani and Karpoori Thakur.

Texas: Renowned Indian-American doctor shot dead by friend

Texas: Renowned Indian-American doctor shot dead by friend

Rediff.com15 Jun 2015

Renowned Indian-American cardiologist Suresh Gadasalli, who performed the world's first simultaneous hybrid revascularisation, was shot dead by his friend and business associate who then committed suicide in Odesaa in the US state of Texas, police said.

10 Ways K L Rahul Echoes Rahul Dravid

10 Ways K L Rahul Echoes Rahul Dravid

Rediff.com14 Nov 2023

The Bengaluru connection that's shaping Indian cricket.

7-phase LS polls from April 19-June 1; courting on June 4

7-phase LS polls from April 19-June 1; courting on June 4

Rediff.com17 Mar 2024

The elections will begin on April 19 followed by subsequent phases on April 26, May 7, May 13, May 20, May 25 and June 1.

Ustad Rashid Khan's musical legacy goes back to Tansen

Ustad Rashid Khan's musical legacy goes back to Tansen

Rediff.com9 Jan 2024

Ustad Rashid Khan has left an enduring legacy with his soul-stirring notes, his melodious voice echoing through time and leaving an indelible imprint on the rich heritage of Hindustani music.

Test cricket under pressure from T20s, says AB de Villiers

Test cricket under pressure from T20s, says AB de Villiers

Rediff.com7 Jan 2024

South Africa's batting great AB de Villiers is clearly disappointed that the ever-growing popularity of T20 Cricket is putting Test cricket 'under pressure'.

Why You Must Visit This Mumbai Landmark

Why You Must Visit This Mumbai Landmark

Rediff.com4 Mar 2024

Mumbai's Church of St John the Evangelist or Afghan Church looks today as good as it did 158 years ago.

Ruth Bader Ginsburg, renowned US Justice, dies at 87

Ruth Bader Ginsburg, renowned US Justice, dies at 87

Rediff.com19 Sep 2020

Ginsburg, the second woman appointed to the bench, developed a rock star status during her career and was dubbed the 'Notorious RBG', CNN reported.

Ram Lalla sculptor from Mysuru braved eye injury for perfect idol

Ram Lalla sculptor from Mysuru braved eye injury for perfect idol

Rediff.com16 Jan 2024

Yogiraj's brother Suryaprakash said it was a memorable day for the family.

Nitish all set to quit, Bihar to get new govt on Sunday: Source

Nitish all set to quit, Bihar to get new govt on Sunday: Source

Rediff.com27 Jan 2024

Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar on Saturday appeared all set to make his second political volte face in less than three years, with a highly-placed source close to Kumar saying that the Janata Dal-United president is likely to tender his resignation by Sunday morning.

IPL 2024: England's Bobat to join RCB as director of cricket

IPL 2024: England's Bobat to join RCB as director of cricket

Rediff.com29 Sep 2023

Royal Challengers Bangalore have appointed England men's Performance Director Mo Bobat as their new director of cricket following the departure of Mike Hesson.

Disney, Reliance sign deal to create Rs 70,000 cr behemoth

Disney, Reliance sign deal to create Rs 70,000 cr behemoth

Rediff.com28 Feb 2024

Walt Disney Co and Reliance Industries on Wednesday announced signing of binding pacts to merge their media operations in India to create a Rs 70,000 crore behemoth. Reliance and its affiliates will hold 63.16 per cent in the combined entity while Disney will hold the remaining 36.84 per cent, the companies said in a statement.

India a safe haven for investors, says Mark Mobius

India a safe haven for investors, says Mark Mobius

Rediff.com2 Nov 2023

Amid current geopolitical challenges and a slowdown in global growth, veteran emerging market investor Mark Mobius called India a safe haven for investors, backed by a stable government. The renowned investor, who is excited about the opportunities available in India, said the country is now the second largest in the portfolio of Mobius Capital Partners after Taiwan. Calling India a "land of opportunities and innovation", he said that his optimism about India is driven by the stable government and young demographic, with an average age of 27 years.

ED seizes cash, property documents from Atiq Ahmad's aides

ED seizes cash, property documents from Atiq Ahmad's aides

Rediff.com17 Jun 2023

The searches were carried out on June 14-15 at 10 premises in Prayagraj, Lucknow and Delhi, the agency said in a statement.

World Cup: 'England lacking confidence, must get on the front foot'

World Cup: 'England lacking confidence, must get on the front foot'

Rediff.com18 Oct 2023

England cannot be faulted for effort at the World Cup but the team are lacking confidence and must start imposing themselves on the opposition, coach Matthew Mott said.

The 500 Wicket Club

The 500 Wicket Club

Rediff.com19 Dec 2023

Nathan Lyon is the eighth bowler to take 500 Test wickets.

Big blow for Pakistan as injured Naseem misses World Cup bus

Big blow for Pakistan as injured Naseem misses World Cup bus

Rediff.com22 Sep 2023

Aiming for their second Cricket World Cup title, Pakistan will be led by Babar Azam and are armed with a strong batting unit that includes Fakhar Zaman, Imam-Ul-Haq, Mohammed Rizwan, Iftikhar Ahmed, and Salman Agha.

After temple replicas, Banarasi sarees on Ram temple theme a hit too

After temple replicas, Banarasi sarees on Ram temple theme a hit too

Rediff.com7 Jan 2024

The weavers have received customised orders for various patterns on the sarees, including Ram Mandir motifs on the pallu, designs detailing life of Lord Ram right from his childhood to killing Ravana, and 'Shree Ram' inscriptions on the border.

'Everybody would say I should act like my sister'

'Everybody would say I should act like my sister'

Rediff.com16 Apr 2024

'Padmini and I are very different people.' 'Our acting styles are very different. She's from a different era.'

Venkaiah Naidu, Vyjayantimala, Chiranjeevi awarded Padma Vibhushan

Venkaiah Naidu, Vyjayantimala, Chiranjeevi awarded Padma Vibhushan

Rediff.com26 Jan 2024

The home ministry on Thursday announced the Padma awards which included five Padma Bhushan, 17 Padma Bhushan and 110 Padma Shri.

IPL Auction: Big Names Who Went UNSOLD

IPL Auction: Big Names Who Went UNSOLD

Rediff.com20 Dec 2023

In the IPL 2024 auction, some notable players went unsold, facing unexpected outcomes despite their credentials.

Three Lessons To Learn From Dronaacharya

Three Lessons To Learn From Dronaacharya

Rediff.com20 Dec 2023

Three takeaways for individuals living in a global society today, where misinformation and disinformation are rife.

Not making false ads, give us death sentence if found guilty: Patanjali

Not making false ads, give us death sentence if found guilty: Patanjali

Rediff.com22 Nov 2023

The company further said, "We humbly respect the Supreme Court of India and if we make false advertisements or propaganda, we would not have any objections if honourable court imposes a fine of crores or even give us a death sentence."