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FIH ban two Pakistani hockey players from Champions trophy final

FIH ban two Pakistani hockey players from Champions trophy final

Rediff.com14 Dec 2014

The Pakistan hockey team's behavior, which was heavily criticized for their uncouth gestures after their historic win against India in the semi-final of the Champions Trophy, the International Hockey Federation has banned two Pakistan players from the final against Germany.

Dominant India pummel Pakistan 4-0, enter Asia Cup final

Dominant India pummel Pakistan 4-0, enter Asia Cup final

Rediff.com21 Oct 2017

The sixth ranked India, who just needed a draw to seal a place in Sunday's summit clash, produced a superlative performance after the change of ends to pump in four goals -- three field strikes and one through penalty corner.

HWL Semi-Final: Clinical India maul Pakistan 7-1

HWL Semi-Final: Clinical India maul Pakistan 7-1

Rediff.com18 Jun 2017

It was a complete performance by the Indians who dominated their arch-rivals throughout the match to post a facile win and zoom to the top of Pool B ahead of The Netherlands.

'Rana told cops he planned terror act; no evidence that Modi was target'

'Rana told cops he planned terror act; no evidence that Modi was target'

Rediff.com4 Jul 2013

One of the three men killed along with Ishrat Jahan had told THE Gujarat police prior to the alleged fake encounter that he planned to commit terrorist act in Ahmedabad but the Central Bureau of Investigation found "no evidence" that they had come here "to kill" Chief Minister Narendra Modi, the agency has said in its charge sheet in the 2004 case.

First Look: 2016 Asia Cup Trophy

First Look: 2016 Asia Cup Trophy

Rediff.com23 Feb 2016

The trophy was displayed by the captains of the participating nations.

Shashi Tharoor quits Sansad TV show over MPs' suspension

Shashi Tharoor quits Sansad TV show over MPs' suspension

Rediff.com6 Dec 2021

Expressing solidarity with the 12 suspended Rajya Sabha MPs, senior Congress leader Shashi Tharoor on Monday said he has decided to suspend hosting of a talk show on Sansad TV until the suspension of the legislators is revoked and a "semblance of bipartisanship restored to the conduct of Parliament".

HC upholds TRAI order lowering price of TV channels

HC upholds TRAI order lowering price of TV channels

Rediff.com30 Jun 2021

A division bench of Justices Amjad Sayyed and Anuja Prabhudessai passed the judgment on a bunch of petitions filed by several broadcasters, like the Indian Broadcasting Foundation, a representative body of TV broadcasters, the Film and Television Producers Guild of India, Zee Entertainment Ltd and Sony Pictures Network India.

'A humble human, loved by millions'

'A humble human, loved by millions'

Rediff.com9 Jul 2020

'Such memorable performances that brought so much joy and happiness all around.'

How Ajit Became Lion

How Ajit Became Lion

Rediff.com21 Oct 2022

'When Ajitsaab pronounced the word lion in his own, unique way, I retained it.' 'And so, 'lion' became 'loin' and my dialogue attained cult status after the film's release.'

Have you seen Manisha Koirala's parents before?

Have you seen Manisha Koirala's parents before?

Rediff.com21 Jan 2019

Celebrities from different fields were present at the Urja Awards 2019.

When Bollywood made EVIL So Much FUN!

When Bollywood made EVIL So Much FUN!

Rediff.com28 Aug 2019

On that note, Sukanya Verma lists 10 times when Bollywood assembled a bevy of evil-doers to make life hell for its leading man.

Ireland prevail over UAE in rain-affected match

Ireland prevail over UAE in rain-affected match

Rediff.com19 Mar 2014

Ireland bolstered their chances of making it to the Super-10 after a disciplined bowling effort helped them post a 21-run win over United Arab Emirates under the Duckworth-Lewis method in a rain-affected Group B qualifying match of the ICC World T20 in Sylhet.

Bollywood's Whiskey Moments

Bollywood's Whiskey Moments

Rediff.com24 May 2022

To mark World Whiskey Day, a toast to its memorable imagery in Hindi films.

China delivers largest, most advanced warship to Pak

China delivers largest, most advanced warship to Pak

Rediff.com9 Nov 2021

Designed and built by China State Shipbuilding Corporation Limited (CSSC), the frigate was delivered to the Pakistan Navy in a commissioning ceremony in Shanghai, according to Global Times.

When Ranveer looked into Deepika's eyes...

When Ranveer looked into Deepika's eyes...

Rediff.com25 Mar 2021

The Bachchans, Shabhana attend a birthday party...Rana promotes a movie...

Spotted: Vijay Amritraj at the Wimbledon

Spotted: Vijay Amritraj at the Wimbledon

Rediff.com4 Sep 2008

Reader Amjad sent us a picture of Vijay Amritraj from London.

Is Imran Khan's Exit Imminent?

Is Imran Khan's Exit Imminent?

Rediff.com24 Mar 2022

No prime minister in Pakistan's recent history has survived long in office after appointing an ISI chief who did not have the army chief's confidence. Imran may be no exception, observes Rana Banerji, who headed the Pakistan desk at the Research and Analysis Wing.

In Pakistan, Allah smiles upon Lt Gen Asif Ghafoor

In Pakistan, Allah smiles upon Lt Gen Asif Ghafoor

Rediff.com5 Aug 2022

as journalists active in Pakistani media have been quick to point out, with Ghafoor at the helm in Balochistan, no one will take seriously any claims by the civilian leadership to use the velvet glove to work for peace there, points out Rana Banerji, who headed the Pakistan desk at the Research and Analysis Wing, India's external intelligence agency.He did not hesitate to pejorate developments in India at the slightest opportunity, points out Rana Banerji, who headed the Pakistan desk at the Research and Analysis Wing, India's external intelligence agency.

Santoor maestro Shivkumar Sharma is dead

Santoor maestro Shivkumar Sharma is dead

Rediff.com10 May 2022

Veteran santoor player and music composer Pt Shiv Kumar Sharma died in Mumbai on Tuesday morning following a heart attack, family sources said. He was 84.

PHOTOS: Ireland sneak past UAE

PHOTOS: Ireland sneak past UAE

Rediff.com25 Feb 2015

Photos of the World Cup match between UAE and Ireland being played in Brisbane.

Mamata meets Rajnath, discusses Burdwan blast

Mamata meets Rajnath, discusses Burdwan blast

Rediff.com19 Nov 2014

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Tuesday met Home Minister Rajnath Singh and discussed with him the Burdwan blast and other issues concerning the state.

Pinarayi Vijayan sworn-in as Kerala CM for 2nd time

Pinarayi Vijayan sworn-in as Kerala CM for 2nd time

Rediff.com21 May 2021

CPI-M veteran Pinarayi Vijayan, who led the Left Democratic Front (LDF) to an unprecedented consecutive victory in the April 6 assembly polls, on Thursday took oath as chief minister of Kerala for the second time along with 20 ministers.

MUST READ! Amitabh Bachchan's AK connection

MUST READ! Amitabh Bachchan's AK connection

Rediff.com5 Jun 2019

Sukanya Verma looks at all the AKs Bachchan has worked with.

BSF warns Pak Rangers against provocative actions

BSF warns Pak Rangers against provocative actions

Rediff.com29 Sep 2017

The sector commanders of the BSF and Pakistan Rangers held a flag meeting, after a gap of about seven months

Pakistan's merchants of terror

Pakistan's merchants of terror

Rediff.com15 Oct 2009

Tahir Ali profiles the Amjad Farooqi and Ilyas Kashmiri groups, responsible for the recent surge of terrorism in Pakistan.

Review: Kuch Kuch Locha Hai's music is average

Review: Kuch Kuch Locha Hai's music is average

Rediff.com1 May 2015

Kuch Kuch Locha Hai music tapers down at the end but on the strength of its first few numbers, it manages to stay afloat.

Meet These Kids of Bollywood Villains

Meet These Kids of Bollywood Villains

Rediff.com23 Sep 2021

It's very easy to keep up with the children of Bollywood's leading heroes. But what about Bollywood's biggest villains?

Tearful mourners attend slain qawwali singer's funeral in Pakistan

Tearful mourners attend slain qawwali singer's funeral in Pakistan

Rediff.com23 Jun 2016

The grieving mourners included members of Sabri's family, friends and fans. They threw rose petals over an ambulance carrying his coffin and later followed the vehicle to the graveyard, where he was buried near the grave of his father Ghulam Farid Sabri, a leading qawwal of his time.

Probe how celebs procured anti-Covid drugs: HC to Maha govt

Probe how celebs procured anti-Covid drugs: HC to Maha govt

Rediff.com27 May 2021

The Bombay high court on Thursday directed the Maharashtra government to investigate how celebrities and politicians procured anti-COVID-19 drugs and injections to help those in need when the same were available only in scarce quantities across the country.

Gopalkrishna Gandhi to get Rajiv Gandhi Sadbhavana Award

Gopalkrishna Gandhi to get Rajiv Gandhi Sadbhavana Award

Rediff.com31 Jul 2018

The award, which carries a citation and cash amount of Rs 10 lakh, is given for promoting communal harmony and peace.

'I wasn't after money, I wasn't chasing stardom'

'I wasn't after money, I wasn't chasing stardom'

Rediff.com7 Sep 2020

'I don't celebrate my success and that's why I don't moan my failures.'

'My father didn't get his due. That still rankles'

'My father didn't get his due. That still rankles'

Rediff.com18 Aug 2015

'People don't talk about any role that my father did -- it is always Gabbar Singh. He regretted this. He would tell me, 'I started at 25 floors and couldn't go any higher because I had started too high.'

How Rithvik prepared to play a gangster

How Rithvik prepared to play a gangster

Rediff.com23 Aug 2021

'I got to meet my real life inspiration for my character.' 'I studied his mannerisms, behaviour and language.' I secretly recorded his conversations.'

Weekend Watch

Weekend Watch

Rediff.com17 Feb 2006

Tributes pour in for Lata Mangeshkar from Pakistan

Tributes pour in for Lata Mangeshkar from Pakistan

Rediff.com6 Feb 2022

Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan, eminent personalities, politicians described Lata Mangeshkar as the "nightingale of the subcontinent"

World Cup, India v UAE: How the teams stack up

World Cup, India v UAE: How the teams stack up

Rediff.com27 Feb 2015

Factbox on Saturday's World Cup Pool B match between India and United Arab Emirates.

Pics: Isha-Anand at their Mumbai reception

Pics: Isha-Anand at their Mumbai reception

Rediff.com16 Dec 2018

Newly weds Isha Ambani and Anand Piramal looked lovely at their second Mumbai reception.

Ranveer, AB, Salman: The Kooky cops of Bollywood

Ranveer, AB, Salman: The Kooky cops of Bollywood

Rediff.com11 Jan 2018

Sukanya Verma looks at all kinds of kooky khaki portrayals on the silver screen

'Mithun is still Jimmy to millions'

'Mithun is still Jimmy to millions'

Rediff.com16 Jun 2022

'I was in China and when they learnt I had made Disco Dancer, they started singing Jimmy Jimmy, Aaja Aaja.'

Tributes pour in for violin maestro TN Krishnan

Tributes pour in for violin maestro TN Krishnan

Rediff.com3 Nov 2020

Tributes poured in for violin maestro T N Krishnan, who died in Chennai at the age of 92, with Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Home Minister Amit Shah and the world of Carnatic music mourning the doyen's demise and recalling his rich contributions.