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Deano's was a joke gone wrong: Border

Deano's was a joke gone wrong: Border

Rediff.com11 Aug 2006

Former Australia captain Allan Border says Dean Jones's comment on Hashim Amla does not portray his true character.

Sohrabuddin case: 'Probe call records of Guj CM office'

Sohrabuddin case: 'Probe call records of Guj CM office'

Rediff.com20 Apr 2013

Rubabuddin Shaikh, brother of slain gangster Sohrabuddin Shaikh, has demanded that the Central Bureau of Investigation investigate phone call records of the office of Gujarat Chief Minister Narendra Modi and senior Indian Police Service officers in connection with the Tulsiram Prajapati fake encounter case.

A Reason to Smile

A Reason to Smile

Rediff.com6 Feb 2020

There are almost 1 million people in India with a cleft palate or cleft lip who have not received any treatment to remedy their condition. Every year, almost 35,000 infants are born with cleft lip and palate, reports Geetanjali Krishna.

FATWA FACTORY: Now photography is un-Islamic

FATWA FACTORY: Now photography is un-Islamic

Rediff.com11 Sep 2013

After blood donation, firecrackers and even starlet Veena Malik, India's very own fatwa factory, Darul Uloom in Deoband has issued a new decree that terms "photography as unlawful and a sin".

Mervyn hails India's Asia Cup hockey showing

Mervyn hails India's Asia Cup hockey showing

Rediff.com2 Sep 2013

Former hockey ace Mervyn Fernandis slammed the umpiring in Sunday's Asia Cup hockey final, which India lost to South Korea, while hailing the team's showing in the tournament in Ipoh, Malaysia.

87% women will quit, if sexually harassed at work

87% women will quit, if sexually harassed at work

Rediff.com29 Mar 2019

The findings were revealed as part of a survey to

New to online classes? 6 TIPS for you

New to online classes? 6 TIPS for you

Rediff.com5 Jun 2020

It's necessary to set goals for assignments, discuss current topics, stay up to date with readings and what's happening around in order to have a clear understanding of the subject.

Farmers must call off chakka jam in the national interest

Farmers must call off chakka jam in the national interest

Rediff.com5 Feb 2021

The government and the farmers must come back to the negotiating table with only the interest of the country in mind, suggests Vivek Gumaste.

Places where gamblers spend most

Places where gamblers spend most

Rediff.com11 Oct 2013

They spend ten times more money in Macau than in Las Vegas

This man deserved his 1,000-year punishment

This man deserved his 1,000-year punishment

Rediff.com2 Aug 2013

Ariel Castro's scraggly beard, innocuous spectacles and subtle demeanour could mislead most around him with conviction. But that conviction belies the horrible sins that he committed over a decade.

Now Sena calls for driving out 'Muslim infiltrators'

Now Sena calls for driving out 'Muslim infiltrators'

Rediff.com25 Jan 2020

Two days after MNS chief Raj Thackeray declared his support to the Modi government over eviction of Bangladeshi and Pakistani infiltrators, the Shiv Sena said in its mouthpiece that Muslim infiltrators from these countries should be thrown out. It also took a dig at Raj over his ideological shift towards Hindutva.

Is Fahadh Faasil India's Finest Actor?

Is Fahadh Faasil India's Finest Actor?

Rediff.com10 Aug 2021

As Fahadh Faasil turns 39 on August 8, Subhash K Jha looks back at his favourite films featuring the brilliant actor.

JD-U pushes for 'proportionate representation' in Modi Cabinet

JD-U pushes for 'proportionate representation' in Modi Cabinet

Rediff.com30 Oct 2019

Tyagi, however, added his party was imposing no condition on the BJP over the issue of Cabinet berths.

Davis Cup round-up: India, S Korea split opening singles

Davis Cup round-up: India, S Korea split opening singles

Rediff.com4 Apr 2014

Somdev Devvarman had to dig deep into his reservoir of experience to tame a fighting Hyeon Chung, but Sanam Singh lost the second singles to Yong-Kyu Lim, leaving India and South Korea locked at 1-1 at the end of Day 1, in the second round Asia/Oceania Group I tie, in Busan, on Friday.

5 tempting chocolate desserts you can make at home

5 tempting chocolate desserts you can make at home

Rediff.com27 May 2020

Say goodbye to midweek blues with these sinful treats.

PHOTOS: Sachin fanfare at the Wankhede

PHOTOS: Sachin fanfare at the Wankhede

Rediff.com15 Nov 2013

Rediff.com presents the cricket-crazy fans at the Wankhede stadium in Mumbai.

Mahabharata was won in 18 days, we'll win this war in 21: Modi

Mahabharata was won in 18 days, we'll win this war in 21: Modi

Rediff.com26 Mar 2020

If anybody targets doctors, nurses and all those rendering their service during this crisis, then it will cost them dearly, Modi said, adding people in white like doctors and nurses are like gods.

'Manna Dey deserved a lot more than he got'

'Manna Dey deserved a lot more than he got'

Rediff.com25 Oct 2013

Several Bollywood stars remember the late singer.

A 360-degree look at contemporary China

A 360-degree look at contemporary China

Rediff.com29 Mar 2013

There are very few authoritative and knowledgeable Indian writers who have a deep insight into Chinese strategic thinking and the internal dynamics within China. That is why China Unveiled: Insights into Chinese Strategic Thinking by Jayadeva Ranade, a former additional secretary in India's Cabinet Secretariat, makes for compelling reading, says Nitin Gokhale

BJP, Cong in war of words over SC order on PM CARES

BJP, Cong in war of words over SC order on PM CARES

Rediff.com18 Aug 2020

The BJP hailed the order as a "resounding blow to the nefarious designs" of Rahul and the Cong described it as a "body blow to transparency".

India blundered along, exactly as every other country did

India blundered along, exactly as every other country did

Rediff.com23 Jun 2021

Not to say that India couldn't have handled the situation better, but on average, it didn't do anywhere near as badly as the naysayers make it out argues Rajeev Srinivasan.

BMW 6 Series Gran Coupe redefines luxury

BMW 6 Series Gran Coupe redefines luxury

Rediff.com15 May 2013

BMW's new 6 Series Gran Coupe is not just seductive and haute - its ride quality is better than siblings'.

The Kerala minister who's fighting for states in GST Council

The Kerala minister who's fighting for states in GST Council

Rediff.com23 Oct 2020

Thomas Isaac has been in and out of the national news in his role as Kerala's finance minister since 2018 for various path-breaking tax initiatives. But it is 2020 that he has become more prominent, principally in the GST council.

Congress is like termites, wipe them out: Modi to Himachal voters

Congress is like termites, wipe them out: Modi to Himachal voters

Rediff.com4 Nov 2017

The prime minister said the Congress has run away from the battlefield conceding defeat in the 68-member assembly.

Deepika, Kylie or Nicki: Who's the worst dressed at Met Gala

Deepika, Kylie or Nicki: Who's the worst dressed at Met Gala

Rediff.com8 May 2018

Take the poll and tell us who failed to live up to the theme.

Need to be pragmatic in encouraging investment: Sonia

Need to be pragmatic in encouraging investment: Sonia

Rediff.com18 Jan 2013

Congress president Sonia Gandhi on Friday made a strong pitch for economic reforms saying that to be "pragmatic" in encouraging investment was the only way to achieve the country's employment goals.

SC commutes to life term the death sentence of convict

SC commutes to life term the death sentence of convict

Rediff.com1 May 2013

The Supreme Court on Wednesday commuted to life imprisonment the death sentence awarded to murder convict M N Das, whose mercy petition was rejected by then President Pratibha Patil. A bench headed by Justice G S Singhvi allowed the plea of Das who had approached the apex court for commutation of his death sentence on the ground that the President had taken eleven years to decide his mercy plea.

World Championships: Saina, Srikanth cruise into Round 2

World Championships: Saina, Srikanth cruise into Round 2

Rediff.com31 Jul 2018

The World No 6 will next face Spain's Pablo Abian on Wednesday.

Nitish Kumar and his shadowy path

Nitish Kumar and his shadowy path

Rediff.com2 Jul 2013

'Nitish Kumar has reverted to the 1990s model. The besetting sin of this type of ministry formation was a fundamental insult to democracy,' argues T V R Shenoy. 'Not only did it not inform the voter who the prime ministerial candidate was, but it also gloried in keeping out the largest party in the Lok Sabha.'

Bal Thackeray better, only Uddav, wife allowed to visit

Bal Thackeray better, only Uddav, wife allowed to visit

Rediff.com16 Nov 2012

"Since yesterday, Shiv Sena chief's condition is stable. I had said yesterday and I will say again today, I have not given up hope. You too must not give up hope because we all are fighting soldiers of a fighting leader."

Will go to Varanasi to oppose Modi: Puri Shankaracharya

Will go to Varanasi to oppose Modi: Puri Shankaracharya

Rediff.com1 May 2014

Puri Shankaracharya Swami Adhokshjanand Devtirath on Thursday said that he would go to Varanasi to ask religious leaders to oppose Narendra Modi, whom he held responsible for the 2002 riots in Gujarat.

Saina, Praneeth in second round of Singapore Super Series

Saina, Praneeth in second round of Singapore Super Series

Rediff.com19 Jun 2013

Saina Nehwal avenged her quarter-final defeat at the Thailand Open on Wednesday, beating Singapore's Juan Gu in straight games in the opening round of the Singapore Super Series. The World No 2 Indian ace needed only 40 minutes to pack off Juan, ranked 21, winning 21-14, 23-21 and registering her fifth victory over the local player.

Hockey India League: Delhi Waveriders beat Ranchi Rhinos

Hockey India League: Delhi Waveriders beat Ranchi Rhinos

Rediff.com23 Jan 2013

Rupinder Pal Singh scored twice as Delhi Waveriders maintained their unbeaten record in the Hero Hockey India League by beating Ranchi Rhinos 5-4 in a thrilling match in Ranchi.

Sean Paul: India is a very polluted place

Sean Paul: India is a very polluted place

Rediff.com5 Nov 2012

Grammy-award winning reggae singer Sean Paul on his India experience.

Olympics Men's Hockey Qualifier

Olympics Men's Hockey Qualifier

Rediff.com24 Feb 2012

How the teams finished in the league stage of the Olympics men's hockey qualifier in Delhi.

Chacko dubs Sinha's letter to PM as 'political stunt'

Chacko dubs Sinha's letter to PM as 'political stunt'

Rediff.com2 Apr 2013

Joint Parliamentary Committee chairman P C Chacko on Tuesday hit out at BJP leader Yashwant Sinha for writing to Prime Minister Manmohan Singh asking him to appear before the panel examining the 2G spectrum scam, dubbing it as a "political stunt" and against established "norms".

BEST Sports Photos of the Week!

BEST Sports Photos of the Week!

Rediff.com11 Jun 2013

Rediff.com brings a selection of the week's best photographs from the sports world.

Manjrekar on Pollard: I can be critical but never insulting

Manjrekar on Pollard: I can be critical but never insulting

Rediff.com15 Apr 2017

Former India cricketer turned commentator Sanjay Manjrekar clarified his on-air comments on Kieron Pollard saying he never called the West Indian 'brainless'.

Ex-Army Chief V K Singh demands dissolution of Parliament

Ex-Army Chief V K Singh demands dissolution of Parliament

Rediff.com29 Oct 2012

Former chief of army staff, General (retired) V K Singh on Monday called for the dissolution of Parliament, which he described as an edifice of corruption.

Brangelina, Kate Winslet, Emma Watson: A day out in Hollywood

Brangelina, Kate Winslet, Emma Watson: A day out in Hollywood

Rediff.com5 Jun 2013

Here's what Hollywood stars have been up to lately.