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US raises concerns over Chinese ship's Lanka visit

US raises concerns over Chinese ship's Lanka visit

Rediff.com27 Sep 2023

US Under Secretary Victoria Nuland, who met Sri Lankan Foreign Minister Ali Sabry in New York on the sidelines of the UN General Assembly session, raised concerns about the upcoming visit of the Chinese research vessel 'SHI YAN 6'

Chandrayaan-3 success gives boost to ISRO's Gaganyaan mission

Chandrayaan-3 success gives boost to ISRO's Gaganyaan mission

Rediff.com15 Jul 2023

For the Gaganyaan programme, LVM3 rocket is re-configured to meet the human rating requirements and has been christened as 'Human Rated LVM3', ISRO said and it would be capable of launching the Orbital Module to an Low Earth Orbit of 400kms.

Tara's Gasp-Worthy Bridal Moment

Tara's Gasp-Worthy Bridal Moment

Rediff.com11 Mar 2023

Her lehenga was equal parts contemporary and ethnic.

Lanka 'processing' China's request to allow docking of research ship

Lanka 'processing' China's request to allow docking of research ship

Rediff.com23 Aug 2023

Sri Lanka is currently processing a request by China to allow a research ship to dock in the country, a foreign ministry spokesperson said on Wednesday, a year after a visit by a Chinese spy vessel to the Island nation raised security concerns in India.

Here's why Ashwin opened batting for Rajasthan Royals

Here's why Ashwin opened batting for Rajasthan Royals

Rediff.com6 Apr 2023

Ravichandran Ashwin was promoted as an opener as Buttler, who injured his little finger while taking a catch

US investor BlackRock slashes Byju's valuation by 95% to $1 billion

US investor BlackRock slashes Byju's valuation by 95% to $1 billion

Rediff.com15 Jan 2024

BlackRock has again reduced the valuation of its share in edtech firm Byju's - this time to about $1 billion, TechCrunch reported on Friday, citing disclosures made by the US-based asset manager. This is 95 per cent less than its peak valuation of $22 billion in 2022. The markdown comes at a time when the company is facing a multitude of challenges, including securing fresh capital, delays in financial reporting and legal disputes with lenders.

I don't have any ego, I can bowl with new ball or old: Shami

I don't have any ego, I can bowl with new ball or old: Shami

Rediff.com31 Aug 2023

Will Mohammed Shami open the bowling for India in Asia Cup?

Malegaon blast: Another witness turns hostile, 32 so far

Malegaon blast: Another witness turns hostile, 32 so far

Rediff.com31 Mar 2023

The witness, who worked at a hotel in Madhya Pradesh's Indore, had in his statement to the Anti-Terrorism Squad claimed that he had booked rooms for the accused in the case.

Most lenders cool to funding cash-strapped Jet Airways

Most lenders cool to funding cash-strapped Jet Airways

Rediff.com23 Mar 2019

After a meeting of banks on Friday on ways to make funds available immediately, a source in the know said lenders other than SBI and Punjab National Bank had not come on board so far to chip in with their funds.

Wickedly Angelic Karishma Sharma

Wickedly Angelic Karishma Sharma

Rediff.com29 Jun 2023

She achieves the seduction of millions of fans with pure sass.

'Indian cricket is in good shape because of IPL'

'Indian cricket is in good shape because of IPL'

Rediff.com14 Sep 2023

'...Now, we are dominating because we have the right facilities. We have the IPL, the richest board is India and India is the powerhouse'.

The World's Most Expensive Handbag

The World's Most Expensive Handbag

Rediff.com6 Dec 2023

Want to buy the Millionaire Speedy? Well, you probably can't, because it's MTO -- meaning 'made-to-order' and is specifically for extraordinarily special VIP LV clients, says Sandeep Goyal.

Hina, Aahana's Superhero Worthy Red Carpet Style

Hina, Aahana's Superhero Worthy Red Carpet Style

Rediff.com21 Nov 2022

Fashion's favourite girls found a creative way to wear monochrome on the red carpet.

Byju's in talks with investors to raise $300 mn in return for more controls

Byju's in talks with investors to raise $300 mn in return for more controls

Rediff.com2 Jan 2024

With investors asking for a change in the board structure at Byju's, the edtech giant's founder and chief executive officer (CEO), Byju Raveendran, is now asking them to put $300 million into the company for more control. The company has rung up $5.8 billion from investors such as General Atlantic, Sofina, the Qatar Investment Authority, Sumeru Ventures, Vitruvian Partners, BlackRock, Chan Zuckerberg Initiative, Sequoia, Silver Lake, Bond Capital, Tencent, and Tiger Global.

World Cup 2023: Glory returns to ODI format as Australia ruin India's party

World Cup 2023: Glory returns to ODI format as Australia ruin India's party

Rediff.com20 Nov 2023

India played the tournament's best cricket for nearly six weeks but it was the familiar sight of Australia celebrating with the trophy as fireworks exploded overhead when the 13th edition of the World Cup came to a close on Sunday.

Who Wins The Fashion Grand Slam?

Who Wins The Fashion Grand Slam?

Rediff.com4 Sep 2023

The real fashion standout is Carlos Alcaraz, the 20-year-old sensation, who has adopted a unique sleeveless look.

Hamstrung Djokovic taking it one day at a time

Hamstrung Djokovic taking it one day at a time

Rediff.com19 Jan 2023

Djokovic also had to contend with hecklers during his second-round win, with one fan attracting his ire in the fourth set after repeatedly making noise while he was preparing to serve.

Will Nawaz Sharif's return as PM normalise India-Pak ties?

Will Nawaz Sharif's return as PM normalise India-Pak ties?

Rediff.com27 Dec 2023

Pakistan-India bilateral relations remained frozen for the fourth year over the vexed Kashmir issue but analysts hope the strained ties could be repaired if Nawaz Sharif becomes the prime minister for a record fourth time in the general elections in February in the absence of his main challenger Imran Khan who is in jail in multiple cases.

Alia's Jalwa Is The Best

Alia's Jalwa Is The Best

Rediff.com28 Apr 2023

She took the room's collective breath away in a pantsuit at The GQ 35 Most Influential Young Indians event.

Aus Open PIX: Djokovic survives Prizmic test; Sakkari through

Aus Open PIX: Djokovic survives Prizmic test; Sakkari through

Rediff.com14 Jan 2024

Images from Day 1 of the 2024 Australian Open in Melbourne on Sunday.

PIX: How Afridi worked on his bowling in the nets

PIX: How Afridi worked on his bowling in the nets

Rediff.com18 Oct 2023

Pakistan might have heaved a sigh of relief to see that Shaheen Shah Afridi did not show any signs of a draining fever that had gripped the team upon its arrival in Bengaluru.

Sultan Of Delhi Review: Another Gangster Kahani

Sultan Of Delhi Review: Another Gangster Kahani

Rediff.com13 Oct 2023

There are plenty of shootouts and a fair amount of sex over the nine brisk episodes though the dialogue is thankfully free of profanity, observes Deepa Gahlot.

Amitabh Bachchan Gets Injured During Shoot

Amitabh Bachchan Gets Injured During Shoot

Rediff.com6 Mar 2023

The Big B, who is 80, broke his rib cartilage and is currently resting at home in Mumbai.

DGCA to conduct audit of Go First's flight preparedness

DGCA to conduct audit of Go First's flight preparedness

Rediff.com24 May 2023

Aviation regulator DGCA will conduct an audit of Go First's preparedness before approving resumption of flights by the crisis-hit carrier, according to a communication. Cash-strapped Go First stopped flying from May 3 and is undergoing voluntary insolvency resolution proceedings. On Tuesday, a senior official at the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) said the airline has submitted its response to the regulator's show cause notice indicating that it is working on the details of a plan to resume flights at the earliest.

Stunning Girls! Konkona, Mandira bedazzle at fashion week

Stunning Girls! Konkona, Mandira bedazzle at fashion week

Rediff.com10 Mar 2023

Lakme Fashion Week X FDCI in Mumbai saw some stunners!

Patna HC rejects pleas challenging caste survey in Bihar

Patna HC rejects pleas challenging caste survey in Bihar

Rediff.com1 Aug 2023

The caste survey in Bihar was conducted in two rounds between January 7-21, and April 15-May 15.

Desi Beauty Anu Emmanuel

Desi Beauty Anu Emmanuel

Rediff.com20 Jun 2023

The actress' fashion has got no limits.

SWOT Analysis: Team India buoyed by strong squad, but...

SWOT Analysis: Team India buoyed by strong squad, but...

Rediff.com1 Oct 2023

But the Rohit Sharma-led team has it's fair share of problems in terms of picking an ideal playing XI.

Fans Furious! Imran Khan left out of PCB's tribute video

Fans Furious! Imran Khan left out of PCB's tribute video

Rediff.com15 Aug 2023

Pakistan celebrated its 77th Independence Day on Monday.

Special audit of Go First facilities from July 4-6

Special audit of Go First facilities from July 4-6

Rediff.com30 Jun 2023

Aviation watchdog DGCA will conduct a special audit of grounded airline Go First's facilities in the national capital and Mumbai from July 4 to 6 before approving the revival plan for resumption of flights, according to a senior official. Cash-strapped Go First stopped flying on May 3 and is undergoing a voluntary insolvency resolution process. Meanwhile, a senior executive at the airline expressed hope of resuming ticket sales -- which was paused by DGCA following the grounding of the carrier -- from July 7 or July 8 and subsequent relaunch of the operations from middle of next month.

'In CSK, we haven't entertained those thoughts'

'In CSK, we haven't entertained those thoughts'

Rediff.com31 May 2023

CSK CEO Kasi Viswanathan said it will be only MS Dhoni's decision whether he will play next season or not.

3rd ODI PIX: Aus pick up consolation win as India's middle-order crumbles

3rd ODI PIX: Aus pick up consolation win as India's middle-order crumbles

Rediff.com27 Sep 2023

IMAGES from the 3rd ODI between India and Australia played in Rajkot on Wednesday

When I Met India's First Miss World

When I Met India's First Miss World

Rediff.com22 Feb 2024

Miss World 2024 will be crowned in India soon. Long before Aishwarya Rai and Priyanka Chopra, Yukta Mukhey and Diana Hayden, a beautiful woman from Bombay was crowned Miss World. In 1966. Reita Faria was India's first Miss World. Vaihayasi Pande Daniel/ Rediff.com met the 80 year old in Dublin recently, still as elegant, still as attractive as she was all those years ago.

Lady In Black Shivaleeka

Lady In Black Shivaleeka

Rediff.com19 Apr 2023

Shivaleeka Oberoi believes in a black and white wardrobe.

Chandrayaan-3 will put India in select orbit of Moon-landing nations

Chandrayaan-3 will put India in select orbit of Moon-landing nations

Rediff.com13 Jul 2023

Weighing 320 tonne at lift-off, the vehicle used larger strap-on motors to achieve higher payload capability.

Top Performer: Yashasvi Jaiswal, the most magnificent Royal

Top Performer: Yashasvi Jaiswal, the most magnificent Royal

Rediff.com1 May 2023

Jaiswal smashed 16 fours and eight sixes in his knock of 124 runs from just 62 balls, single-handedly powering RR to a huge total.

Starting today seatbelts made mandatory in Mumbai, including at the rear

Starting today seatbelts made mandatory in Mumbai, including at the rear

Rediff.com1 Nov 2022

Sensitising errant four-wheeler drivers and co-passengers will be the focus of Mumbai police as the rule to strap on seatbelts in cars in the city came into force from Tuesday, a traffic police official said.

PICS: Asalanka's ton in vain as Bangladesh beat Sri Lanka

PICS: Asalanka's ton in vain as Bangladesh beat Sri Lanka

Rediff.com6 Nov 2023

Images from the ICC World Cup match between Sri Lanka and Bangladesh, at the Arun Jaitley Stadium, in New Delhi, on Monday.

Anwaar-ul-Haq Kakar to be Pakistan's caretaker PM

Anwaar-ul-Haq Kakar to be Pakistan's caretaker PM

Rediff.com12 Aug 2023

Kakar, a lawmaker belonging to Balochistan Awami Party (BAP), will lead a caretaker government until a new election later this year.

Seriously stunning! Malaika in a red spaghetti-strap gown

Seriously stunning! Malaika in a red spaghetti-strap gown

Rediff.com18 Jan 2018

Young brides would be swooning over her cocktail gown with sexy cutouts!