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Why AB de Villiers Initially Found Kohli 'Arrogant and Cocky'

Why AB de Villiers Initially Found Kohli 'Arrogant and Cocky'

Rediff.com25 minutes ago

AB de Villiers recently discussed his initial impressions of Virat Kohli during a podcast, admitting he found Kohli "arrogant and cocky" early in his career. De Villiers clarified that this perception stemmed from Kohli's high level of confidence as a young player, which he believes is essential for success. He also noted how Kohli's attitude matured over the years as he became more balanced.

Warner, Yuvraj, AB De Villiers to light up WCL 3

Warner, Yuvraj, AB De Villiers to light up WCL 3

Rediff.com17 Aug 2026

The third season of the World Championship of Legends (WCL) is scheduled to commence on October 3, featuring an impressive roster of former cricket stars including David Warner, Yuvraj Singh, Dwayne Bravo, and AB de Villiers. Organisers have announced that the tournament will run until October 18, with the venue yet to be disclosed. The upcoming season promises increased star power and the addition of Bangladesh Champions to the competition.

Birthday Special: A Playlist of 25 Bachchan Bangers

Birthday Special: A Playlist of 25 Bachchan Bangers

Rediff.com5 days ago

Celebrate Amitabh Bachchan's 84th birthday with a look back at his most iconic and electrifying dance numbers.

Test Twenty: New Mixed-Gender Cricket Format to Debut in Colombo

Test Twenty: New Mixed-Gender Cricket Format to Debut in Colombo

Rediff.com1 days ago

Test Twenty, cricket's new format, debuts in Colombo on November 14, with 160 young cricketers and boys' and girls' scores combining to decide one winner.

RGV On Nana Patekar: 'Feel Like Killing GOD...'

RGV On Nana Patekar: 'Feel Like Killing GOD...'

Rediff.com8 Oct 2026

'I still can't believe this can so suddenly happen to a man, as strong as him.'

Nana Patekar's 8 Most Iconic Film Dialogues

Nana Patekar's 8 Most Iconic Film Dialogues

Rediff.com9 Oct 2026

Is your favourite Nana Patekar dialogue on this list?

The Many Shades Of Nana Patekar

The Many Shades Of Nana Patekar

Rediff.com7 days ago

From angry young men and ruthless gangsters to comic dons and broken patriarchs, Nana Patekar made almost every shade of a character his own.

India's Ayush Sector Looks Beyond Primary Care

India's Ayush Sector Looks Beyond Primary Care

Rediff.com9 hours ago

Dedicated Ayush dispensaries increased from 26,130 in 2013-2014 to 37,804 in 2024-2025, while hospitals rose much more slowly, from 3,605 to 3,885.

Ab Hoga Hisaab Review: Muddled Revenge Drama

Ab Hoga Hisaab Review: Muddled Revenge Drama

Rediff.com18 Jun 2026

Dive into the chaotic world of Ab Hoga Hisaab, a revenge drama that attempts to weave a complex narrative of crime and retribution but often loses its way amidst a multitude of bizarre subplots, notes Deepa Gahlot.

Nakul Dhull Evicted From Bigg Boss 20?

Nakul Dhull Evicted From Bigg Boss 20?

Rediff.com3 days ago

On Tuesday night's episode of Bigg Boss 20, after Gullu provoked Nakul, both contestants got physically violent with each other.

Series of flash protests rock Connaught Place as CJP turns up heat on CEC

Series of flash protests rock Connaught Place as CJP turns up heat on CEC

Rediff.com21 hours ago

Hundreds of Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) supporters and student activists held flash protests across Connaught Place, Palika Bazaar, and Mandi House on Friday, calling for the resignation of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar. The demonstrations, which included slogans, placards, and participation from student bodies and Left leaders, led to significant police deployment, disruption of commercial activity, and the detention of CJP founder Abhijeet Dipke. Police had denied permission for the planned 'Lehra Do Tiranga' march, citing prohibitory orders.

Showbiz Will Miss The Sound Of Nana Patekar's Irritation

Showbiz Will Miss The Sound Of Nana Patekar's Irritation

Rediff.com9 Oct 2026

Never a crowd pleaser in the conventional sense, Nana Patekar's knack for not mincing words, if anything his brusque, take it-or-leave it persona -- which made his eccentricity a guilty pleasure of sorts -- contributed to his eminence, observes Sukanya Verma.

Fake Explosion Video At India-Nepal Border Camp Leads To Arrest

Fake Explosion Video At India-Nepal Border Camp Leads To Arrest

Rediff.com8 Oct 2026

A man named Fayaz Ahmad has been arrested in Maharajganj, Uttar Pradesh, for allegedly creating and sharing a digitally edited video on social media that depicted a fake explosion at a Sashastra Seema Bal (SSB) camp along the India-Nepal border. The video, which targeted a sensitive security installation, led to an investigation and his subsequent arrest for breach of peace.

Dhurandhar Director's Wish For Ranveer-Deepika's Baby

Dhurandhar Director's Wish For Ranveer-Deepika's Baby

Rediff.com21 Sep 2026

Filmmaker Aditya Dhar, who directed Ranveer Singh in Dhurandhar, Kareena Kapoor, Kriti Sanon, Raveena Tandon have extended his warm wishes to Bollywood power couple Deepika Padukone and Ranveer Singh on the joyous arrival of their second daughter.

Ankush to Natsamrat, Nana Patekar's Unforgettable Roles

Ankush to Natsamrat, Nana Patekar's Unforgettable Roles

Rediff.com8 Oct 2026

No shade or genre was a roadblock for Nana Patekar. In fact, some of his movies only age well because we associate them with his terrific presence.

Nana Patekar: The Man Behind The Intensity

Nana Patekar: The Man Behind The Intensity

Rediff.com7 days ago

Nana Patekar's anger and intensity were as real in life as they were in his performances. He was as brutally honest as the characters he portrayed.

A record 162 and a historic chase: Shai Hope stuns India

A record 162 and a historic chase: Shai Hope stuns India

Rediff.com4 Oct 2026

Shai Hope smashed an unbeaten 162 as West Indies chased 352 to stun India by five wickets, setting a new record for the highest score in a successful ODI chase.

'Defamatory, Factually Incorrect' Imam Siddique Slams Salman Khan

'Defamatory, Factually Incorrect' Imam Siddique Slams Salman Khan

Rediff.com5 Oct 2026

Bigg Boss 6 contestant Imam Siddique has posted a letter to Salman Khan, seeking clarification and correction about mentioning his name on Bigg Boss 20.

SC to hear pleas seeking suspension of CEC on Monday

SC to hear pleas seeking suspension of CEC on Monday

Rediff.com4 Oct 2026

The Supreme Court is set to hear pleas challenging Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar's alleged unilateral decisions without the concurrence of other election commissioners. The petitions seek his suspension and question actions like altering voter registration forms and handling electoral roll revisions in Goa and West Bengal, highlighting concerns over the multi-member character of the Election Commission.

IIIT Hyderabad And Hexagon Partner For Digital Twin Centre Of Excellence

IIIT Hyderabad And Hexagon Partner For Digital Twin Centre Of Excellence

Rediff.com23 Sep 2026

IIIT Hyderabad and measurement technologies firm Hexagon R&D India have collaborated to establish the Hexagon Digital Twin Centre of Excellence (CoE) at the IIIT Hyderabad campus. This CoE will focus on applied research, education, and industry collaboration in computer vision, spatial computing, and AI-powered digital twins, providing access to advanced imaging technology.

India to kickstart 2027 ODI World Cup campaign with matches against Australia, Pakistan

India to kickstart 2027 ODI World Cup campaign with matches against Australia, Pakistan

Rediff.com1 Oct 2026

The ICC has announced the schedule for the men's World Cup, detailing India's opening match against Australia, a crucial clash with Pakistan, and other group stage fixtures, along with the dates and venues for the semi-finals and final.

SC: 'Create fear in minds of goons' for women's safety in Delhi-NCR

SC: 'Create fear in minds of goons' for women's safety in Delhi-NCR

Rediff.com5 Oct 2026

The Supreme Court has strongly asserted the critical need to instill fear in criminals and enhance women's safety across Delhi-NCR, taking suo motu cognisance of recent alarming rape incidents.

Bollywood Salutes Nana Patekar: 'A Legend Moves On'

Bollywood Salutes Nana Patekar: 'A Legend Moves On'

Rediff.com8 Oct 2026

That voice, that intensity, that honesty in every performance he was completely his own. Nana Patekar was truly one of a kind.'

WCL Season 3 Could Set Up Another India-Pakistan Clash

WCL Season 3 Could Set Up Another India-Pakistan Clash

Rediff.com12 Sep 2026

The third season of the World Championship of Legends will be held in the UAE from October 3 to 18, featuring cricketing legends like Yuvraj Singh, Shahid Afridi, Chris Gayle, AB de Villiers, and David Warner. This marks the tournament's first venture outside the UK, promising high-profile clashes and rekindled international rivalries across Dubai and Sharjah.

SC directs Centre to frame statutory safeguards for minors on social media

SC directs Centre to frame statutory safeguards for minors on social media

Rediff.com28 Sep 2026

The Supreme Court has directed the Centre to explore a statutory framework to ensure social media intermediaries comply with Indian laws regarding minors, particularly concerning their inability to independently enter into contracts. The court highlighted the need for safeguards to protect children from potential harms on digital platforms, including exploitation and misuse of data, and asked the Solicitor General to examine incorporating these requirements into intermediary rules.

Alia, Deepika, Helen: The Cabaret Queens Of Bollywood

Alia, Deepika, Helen: The Cabaret Queens Of Bollywood

Rediff.com29 Sep 2026

Alia Bhatt's upcoming cabaret performance in Love & War has sparked renewed interest in Bollywood's classic dance form, prompting a nostalgic look at the legendary actresses who mastered the art.

Plea in Supreme Court seeks criminal prosecution of CEC Gyanesh Kumar

Plea in Supreme Court seeks criminal prosecution of CEC Gyanesh Kumar

Rediff.com25 Sep 2026

A petition has been filed in the Supreme Court challenging Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar over alleged statutory duty violations and the controversial deletion of 13 crore voters during the Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls, claiming decisions were made without the concurrence of other election commissioners.

Tata Trusts Readies For Court Fight

Tata Trusts Readies For Court Fight

Rediff.com21 Sep 2026

'It is unfortunate that the Chairman of Tata Sons, a Company renowned for setting high standards of corporate governance, is contending reappointment on such an untenable interpretation of the Articles'.

How Amitabh Bachchan Is Related To Saif Ali Khan

How Amitabh Bachchan Is Related To Saif Ali Khan

Rediff.com3 Sep 2026

Amitabh Bachchan unveils a family connection with Saif Ali Khan on Kaun Banega Crorepati.

'Ghulam Haider Helped Me Get Over My Marathi Accent'

'Ghulam Haider Helped Me Get Over My Marathi Accent'

Rediff.com28 Sep 2026

'I was always open to those who wanted to teach me the intricacies of singing.' 'Naushad Saab would tell me which notes to stress during singing.' 'Anil Biswas would tell me where to breathe in and breathe out while singing and where to pause.'

SC seeks Centre's reply on plea seeking social media curbs for minors

SC seeks Centre's reply on plea seeking social media curbs for minors

Rediff.com11 Sep 2026

The Supreme Court has sought responses from the Union ministries of electronics and information technology and law and justice regarding a plea for safeguards for minors on social media. The NGO 'Just Rights for Children Alliance' filed the plea, arguing that social media platforms should not enter into contracts with children under 18, citing their statutory incapacity to contract and the risks of online harm.

'Kareena Performs From The Gut'

'Kareena Performs From The Gut'

Rediff.com17 Sep 2026

'Kareena is completely instinctive.'

Zaheer Khan's big new role with Yuvraj Singh revealed

Zaheer Khan's big new role with Yuvraj Singh revealed

Rediff.com10 Sep 2026

Former Indian fast bowler Zaheer Khan has joined the ownership group of Vancouver Anchors, a franchise in the Canada Super 60 league, reuniting with his former teammate Yuvraj Singh. Khan brings his extensive international cricket experience to the league, which features men's and women's competitions and aims to promote global cricket growth.

Dewald Brevis equals Duminy's six-hitting record, joins South Africa's elite

Dewald Brevis equals Duminy's six-hitting record, joins South Africa's elite

Rediff.com7 Sep 2026

Dewald "AB Baby" Brevis equalled JP Duminy's 71 sixes in just 35 T20Is, starred with 226 series runs, won Player of the Series, and helped South Africa clinch the title.

Mahabharat Actor Aasha Singh Jaiswal Dies

Mahabharat Actor Aasha Singh Jaiswal Dies

Rediff.com24 Aug 2026

Actress Aasha Singh Jaiswal, known for her roles in films and television, has passed away in Mumbai.

Zaheer Khan Acquires Jaffna Kings In Sri Lanka's T20 League

Zaheer Khan Acquires Jaffna Kings In Sri Lanka's T20 League

Rediff.com5 Aug 2026

Indian pace legend Zaheer Khan, through his co-owned Stockholm-based Anchor Sports AB, has acquired the Lanka Premier League (LPL) franchise Jaffna Kings, which will now be rebranded as Anchor Jaffna Kings.

Yamaha Enters India's 200cc Sportsbike Segment with YZF-R2

Yamaha Enters India's 200cc Sportsbike Segment with YZF-R2

Rediff.com28 Aug 2026

The all-new, globally first YZF-R2 is priced from Rs 2,30,500 (ex-showroom, Delhi).

Rhea Chakraborty: 'I Am The Most Trolled Person In The Country'

Rhea Chakraborty: 'I Am The Most Trolled Person In The Country'

Rediff.com21 Aug 2026

'I have got the clean chit this year itself. People have realised that I am an innocent. I have been under doubt for a long time.'

Kaun Banega Crorepati 18 Review: Dull Start

Kaun Banega Crorepati 18 Review: Dull Start

Rediff.com11 Aug 2026

What made Kaun Banega Crorepati special was the simplicity of the game, a clean Q & A format taking pride in delivering knowledge when not testing it. But the strain of advertising, destroying one medium after another, bears down on the latest edition, observes Sukanya Verma.

'Why Are Our Best Students Dying?'

'Why Are Our Best Students Dying?'

Rediff.com26 Aug 2026

Poor families, she said, cut corners on their own needs to pay for coaching and fees, and when their child clears JEE, it's the happiest day the family has had in years. So why, she asked, her voice already starting to climb, does the same system that we're told is the best in the country keep pushing those very students toward what she called 'institutional deaths'?