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687 cadets enter Indian Army as officers

687 cadets enter Indian Army as officers

Rediff.com13 Jun 2015

A total of 687 cadets were inducted into the Indian Army as officers on Saturday after a passing-out parade at the prestigious Indian Military Academy in Dehradun.

Virat Kohli's childhood coach on his ward's success

Virat Kohli's childhood coach on his ward's success

Rediff.com18 Jan 2017

'Virat is a born captain. He used to be the captain in the academy as well in childhood'

No Emmy for Kevin Spacey

No Emmy for Kevin Spacey

Rediff.com31 Oct 2017

Spacey has also been citicised by Star Trek actor, Zachary Quinto, for his 'calculated manipulation to deflect attention from the very serious accusation (of making an unwanted sexual advance)'.

Dam 999 goes to the Oscar library

Dam 999 goes to the Oscar library

Rediff.com3 Nov 2011

DAM 999 will enter the library even before its theatrical release later this month.

PM to inaugurate Mary Kom's academy

PM to inaugurate Mary Kom's academy

Rediff.com12 Mar 2018

'The foundation is grateful to both central and state government for establishment of these sports facilities after many years of struggle since its inception in 2006'

Why Village Rockstars needs Aamir Khan

Why Village Rockstars needs Aamir Khan

Rediff.com25 Sep 2018

Politics, favouritism and poor taste in cinema have contributed to embarrassing choices for the Oscar race in the past. This little gem from India needs the love, emotional and financial support from the government as well as the Indian film industry, argues Aseem Chhabra.

Football transfers: Cavani joins Man United on deadline day

Football transfers: Cavani joins Man United on deadline day

Rediff.com6 Oct 2020

United are 16th in the standings with a game in hand heading into the international break.

4 Oscar pix that made us :)

4 Oscar pix that made us :)

Rediff.com27 Feb 2017

Featuring Casey, Ben, Mahershala, Ryan, Dev, Andre, Meryl, Viola...

4 Oscar pix that made us :)

4 Oscar pix that made us :)

Rediff.com27 Feb 2017

Featuring Casey, Ben, Mahershala, Ryan, Dev, Andre, Meryl, Viola...

Raja Sen's Oscars forecast: Mad Max will win!

Raja Sen's Oscars forecast: Mad Max will win!

Rediff.com15 Jan 2016

Mad Max: Fury Road has a very realistic chance of sweeping the Oscars, predicts Raja Sen.

Amol Palekar appointed chairman of India's Oscar jury

Amol Palekar appointed chairman of India's Oscar jury

Rediff.com24 Aug 2015

The 88th Academy awards event will take place in Los Angeles on February 28, 2016.

Bbuddah Hoga Tera Baap script in Oscar Archives

Bbuddah Hoga Tera Baap script in Oscar Archives

Rediff.com2 Aug 2011

Get your lowdown on whats happening in the Telugu film industry right here!

It took 'guts' to pick Rashford, says Van Gaal

It took 'guts' to pick Rashford, says Van Gaal

Rediff.com22 Apr 2016

Manchester United manager Louis van Gaal gave himself a pat on the back on Thursday for having the "guts" to give teenage striker Marcus Rashford his break in the side.

Quetta: 'We were sleeping when terrorists attacked'

Quetta: 'We were sleeping when terrorists attacked'

Rediff.com26 Oct 2016

Cadets at a police training academy in Pakistan awoke to the horror of suicide bomb-wielding terrorists in an attack late Monday that killed 61 and injured 117.

Pakistan's brat Umar Akmal in verbal bust-up with coach Arthur

Pakistan's brat Umar Akmal in verbal bust-up with coach Arthur

Rediff.com17 Aug 2017

"I stand by what I told the media earlier today. Mickey Arthur used first poor language and then abused me. Inzamam bhai (ul-Haq) and Mushtaq bhai (Ahmed) are both witness to this incident at the NCA," Umar told PTI on Wednesday.

Will La La Land lose out at the Oscars?

Will La La Land lose out at the Oscars?

Rediff.com25 Jan 2017

There is a group of La La Land haters -- especially jazz aficionados who feel the film gives too much importance to a white man who sets out to save the musical genre associated with the African American community, points out Aseem Chhabra.

Jawan opens fire in Mussoorie IAS academy; kills officer

Jawan opens fire in Mussoorie IAS academy; kills officer

Rediff.com10 Jul 2015

An Indo-Tibetan Border Police jawan went on a shooting spree on Friday killing his officer and injuring another security person inside the prestigious Indian Administrative Service academy in Mussoorie, a day after he was punished by the senior.

Mumbai Meri Jaan: Fisherfolk on the ramp

Mumbai Meri Jaan: Fisherfolk on the ramp

Rediff.com15 May 2017

Mumbai's dabbawallas, taxi and auto drivers, fisher folk walked the ramp for the first of its kind fashion show.

Dev Patel, Eddie Redmayne to join Academy of Motion Picture Arts

Dev Patel, Eddie Redmayne to join Academy of Motion Picture Arts

Rediff.com29 Jun 2015

After adding 271 people last year, the Academy sends out invitations to more than 300 people this year.

What's the big deal about Parasite?

What's the big deal about Parasite?

Rediff.com7 Mar 2020

'Are we too close as well-off Indians, all with servants and drivers and tuition teachers ourselves, to be able to understand why it is all so awful?', asks Aakar Patel.

Oscars 2015: Hollywood stars react to their nominations

Oscars 2015: Hollywood stars react to their nominations

Rediff.com16 Jan 2015

The nominees were announced on January 16.

Jean Tirole wins 2014 Nobel Prize for Economics

Jean Tirole wins 2014 Nobel Prize for Economics

Rediff.com13 Oct 2014

French economist Jean Tirole won the 2014 economics Nobel Prize for his analysis of market power and regulation, the RoyalSwedishAcademy of Sciences said on Monday.

'La La Land' earns record 14 Oscar nominations

'La La Land' earns record 14 Oscar nominations

Rediff.com24 Jan 2017

The smash-hit musical -- led by Emma Stone and Ryan Gosling -- picked up the most nods on Tuesday, and tied the record set by Titanic and All About Eve.

At least 5 killed as gunmen attack army post at Kabul military academy

At least 5 killed as gunmen attack army post at Kabul military academy

Rediff.com29 Jan 2018

Five soldiers were killed and 10 wounded, officials said. Two of the attackers blew themselves up, two were killed in fighting and one was captured.

Here's why Priyanka skipped IIFA 2017

Here's why Priyanka skipped IIFA 2017

Rediff.com15 Jul 2017

Back in Mumbai, the Quantico actress said she wanted to celebrate birthday with family.

The IAF Air Warrior Skydiver Who Made History

The IAF Air Warrior Skydiver Who Made History

Rediff.com21 Oct 2020

'I have only one life and that is enough.'

How Sindhu changed into the 'Dragon Slayer'

How Sindhu changed into the 'Dragon Slayer'

Rediff.com15 Dec 2016

Once labelled mild and fragile, P V Sindhu has undergone an astounding transformation at Pullela Gopichand Academy - a mix and match of different exercises, on-court training and yoga that make up Sindhu's days, most of which begin with her starting practice at 4:15 am -- that is helping her slay the world's best, writes Nikita Puri

How the Oscars bamboozled us

How the Oscars bamboozled us

Rediff.com1 Mar 2011

Raja Sen feels severely let down by this year's Academy Awards.

FA Cup: Klopp's kids knock Everton out

FA Cup: Klopp's kids knock Everton out

Rediff.com6 Jan 2020

A stunning strike from 18-year-old Curtis Jones gave a youthful Liverpool a 1-0 win over Everton in their FA Cup

Will Rahman win a third Oscar?

Will Rahman win a third Oscar?

Rediff.com16 Dec 2010

After bagging a Golden Globe nomination, the music maestro is once again in Oscar race with his song 'If I Rise' from 127 Hours making it to the Academy shortlist for the Original Song category.

At the Oscars: Politics inside and outside

At the Oscars: Politics inside and outside

Rediff.com20 Feb 2017

J Jagannath on how he expects to see the Trump effect at the Academy Awards.

Chemistry Nobel for harnessing evolution to develop medicines, biofuels

Chemistry Nobel for harnessing evolution to develop medicines, biofuels

Rediff.com3 Oct 2018

The trio used the same principles of evolution -- genetic change and selection -- to develop proteins used in a range of fields.

How I slayed my demons and won an Olympic medal

How I slayed my demons and won an Olympic medal

Rediff.com26 May 2020

'Sport is cruel, as is life, which is why winning becomes sweet.'

Quiz Time: Which Ramesh Sippy film was India's official entry for the Oscars?

Quiz Time: Which Ramesh Sippy film was India's official entry for the Oscars?

Rediff.com18 Dec 2014

In a special series, we will put YOU to the test everyday!

Revealed! Final moments of Kobe Bryant's fatal helicopter crash

Revealed! Final moments of Kobe Bryant's fatal helicopter crash

Rediff.com29 Jan 2020

Moments before Los Angeles basketball great Kobe Bryant, his 13-year-old daughter and the seven others perished in a helicopter crash, the pilot had tried to climb out of layer of clouds, but the aircraft then banked sharply and lurched toward the ground. Investigators with the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) estimated Bryant's luxury passenger helicopter hit the ground at a speed of more than 2,000 feet (610 m) per minute.

Hurt Locker producer banned from Oscar ceremony

Hurt Locker producer banned from Oscar ceremony

Rediff.com3 Mar 2010

The executive committee of Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences ruled that Nicolas Chartier violated campaign rules by sending e-mails to voters favouring his movie while disparaging a rival film.

India's Arjun tank receives high praise from China

India's Arjun tank receives high praise from China

Rediff.com29 Jun 2015

Senior Colonel Liu Degang said the Arjun tank is "very good" and suits Indian conditions.

Exclusive! How Court was selected for the Oscars

Exclusive! How Court was selected for the Oscars

Rediff.com24 Sep 2015

The vote was tied 7-7 until... Aseem Chhabra/Rediff.com reveals how Court was chosen as India's nominee for the Academy Awards.

'He was a daredevil'

'He was a daredevil'

Rediff.com8 May 2020

Major Anuj Sood, scholar and daredevil soldier, had finished his Kashmir tenure and would have been home had COVID-19 not come in the way. He did not live to be old enough, but he lived the soldier's life to the fullest, reveals Archana Masih/Rediff.com.

Chemistry Nobel awarded for method to visualise biomolecules

Chemistry Nobel awarded for method to visualise biomolecules

Rediff.com5 Oct 2017

Jacques Dubochet, Joachim Frank and Richard Henderson have received the prize for developing an effective method for generating 3D images of life-building structures.