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Trailer Review: Tiger Zinda Hai looks a winner

Trailer Review: Tiger Zinda Hai looks a winner

Rediff.com7 Nov 2017

What do *you* think of the Tiger Zinda Hai trailer?

Adelaide win brought back memories of 2003: Tendulkar

Adelaide win brought back memories of 2003: Tendulkar

Rediff.com10 Dec 2018

No sooner had the match ended, social media was abuzz with congratulatory messages for the team.

India stage late fightback after Warner's century on Day 1

India stage late fightback after Warner's century on Day 1

Rediff.com9 Dec 2014

David Warner hit a sparkling 145 from 163 balls before India captured a flurry of late wickets to reduce Australia to 354 for six at stumps on Day 1 of the first Test in Adelaide.

'We'll try to replicate this performance against Pakistan'

'We'll try to replicate this performance against Pakistan'

Rediff.com22 Sep 2018

'It was a clinical performance from the start'

Budget credit positive for rating: Moody's

Budget credit positive for rating: Moody's

Rediff.com4 Mar 2013

Earlier, ratings agencies like Standard and Poor's and Fitch had threated to downgrade India's sovereign credit rating to junk grade in view of the worsening fiscal position of the government.

Auction: Morris costliest buy in IPL history; Maxi goes to RCB

Auction: Morris costliest buy in IPL history; Maxi goes to RCB

Rediff.com18 Feb 2021

Punjab Kings, who had paid Rs 10.75 crore for Maxwell in the previous auction, had released the 32-year-old following the 2020 edition in which he made 108 runs in 13 games at 15.42.

'The US is very lucky to have Rao here'

'The US is very lucky to have Rao here'

Rediff.com2 Dec 2011

Deputy Secretary of State William Burns has echoed under secretary of state for political affairs Wendy Sherman's belief that Indians and Americans should consider themselves fortunate and thankful to have a diplomat in the caliber of Nirupama Rao in Washington, DC.

Gavaskar remembers opening partner Chetan Chauhan

Gavaskar remembers opening partner Chetan Chauhan

Rediff.com17 Aug 2020

It's so hard to believe that his laughter and cheerful banter won't be there the next time I go to Delhi.

America should listen harder to India

America should listen harder to India

Rediff.com11 Aug 2014

Silicon Valley can be replicated, but this will only be achieved so long as fresh talent is welcomed by both our countries - a move that will surely spark a billion ideas and discoveries.

Ranji final: Pujara, Vasavada wear down Bengal on Day 2

Ranji final: Pujara, Vasavada wear down Bengal on Day 2

Rediff.com10 Mar 2020

Cheteshwar Pujara and Arpit Vasavada gave a masterclass in defensive batting with a five-hour partnership on day two, taking Saurashtra to a strong position on Day 2 of their Ranji Trophy final against Bengal, in Rajkot, on Tuesday. Pujara (66 off 237), who was on five when he retired hurt on day one due to fever, and Vasavada (106 off 287) batted for two sessions and five overs as the hosts reached 384 for eight at the close of play.

The Family Man Review

The Family Man Review

Rediff.com20 Sep 2019

The Family Man is the espionage drama India is waiting to see, raves Karan Sanjay Shah.

'Pinpricks by China have never stopped'

'Pinpricks by China have never stopped'

Rediff.com11 Jun 2020

'The Indian Army's surveillance had noticed the Chinese movements.' 'There was no intelligence failure.'

India eyeing 3-0 series win in West Indies to keep No. 1 ranking

India eyeing 3-0 series win in West Indies to keep No. 1 ranking

Rediff.com17 Aug 2016

On a high after sealing the series with comprehensive victories, an upbeat India will be aiming to complete a 3-0 rout in order to retain it's No 1 Test ranking, when they meet a listless West Indies in the final Test match of the series in Port of Spain on Thursday. Having already taken an unassailable 2-0 lead in the four-match series after their crushing 237-run win in the third Test, Virat Kohli and his men will be aiming to go for the kill and keep their top ranking in Test. India were reinstated as the No.1 Test side after Australia 0-3 whitewash at the hands of Sri Lanka.

Ranatunga hails Sri Lanka women's cricketers

Ranatunga hails Sri Lanka women's cricketers

Rediff.com7 Feb 2013

Sri Lanka's World Cup winning captain Arjuna Ranatunga applauded the country's women's World Cup team, stating that they are an example for their male counterparts.

'MPs' letter was given to Congress leadership 10 days ago'

'MPs' letter was given to Congress leadership 10 days ago'

Rediff.com19 Aug 2020

'This letter assumes significance as it is for the first time that a letter has been documented and collectively agreed upon.'

When sledging backfired...

When sledging backfired...

Rediff.com8 May 2020

Rajneesh Gupta picks instances of sledging which backfired spectacularly and the players had to pay dearly for their misadventures.

Demonising Modi all the time won't help: Jairam Ramesh

Demonising Modi all the time won't help: Jairam Ramesh

Rediff.com22 Aug 2019

It is time we recognise Modi's work and what he did between 2014 and 2019 due to which he was voted back to power, he said.

I stand by every word, have earned the FIR: Scribe on Aadhaar breach story

I stand by every word, have earned the FIR: Scribe on Aadhaar breach story

Rediff.com8 Jan 2018

'I am happy that at least the UIDAI has taken some action on my report'

BCCI spent over 100 crores to pay former players

BCCI spent over 100 crores to pay former players

Rediff.com22 Nov 2012

The cash-rich Indian Premier League may have its share of critics but one cannot deny the fact that it has gone a long way in making Indian cricket financially secure and establish them as one of the powerhouses in the sport.

Akshay Kumar to star in a spy thriller

Akshay Kumar to star in a spy thriller

Rediff.com11 Nov 2019

Get your lowdown on what's happening in the world of Bollywood, right here!

'More than Make in India, Modi govt should concentrate on Made in India'

'More than Make in India, Modi govt should concentrate on Made in India'

Rediff.com31 Oct 2014

When you say, Make in India, it means, Indians will work for you, but we should create our own brands and create a market for them internationally. Only then, money will come back to India.

Rakul, Mouni, Kangana show off their saris

Rakul, Mouni, Kangana show off their saris

Rediff.com10 Aug 2020

Film folk are celebrating their beautiful handloom outfits on social media on National Handloom Day.

Take a bow, Jaipal Reddy!

Take a bow, Jaipal Reddy!

Rediff.com2 Nov 2012

'It is very difficult to be an honest politician in a country where the system is absolutely corrupt. Jaipal Reddy is one up even on Prime Minister Manmohan Singh who is considered clean and honest. Reddy has gone a step ahead by playing an active role in stopping corruption. He has put things on record; he has walked the extra mile to ensure that public money is valued highly. One must recognise Reddy's efforts, and make it an example for India's younger generation.'

Modi's seats? Juggle 543, and you will get it

Modi's seats? Juggle 543, and you will get it

Rediff.com17 May 2019

The Modiquake has devastatingly hit all Opposition, says Nazarwala.

Bangla Test: Dhawan, Vijay put India in command on Day One

Bangla Test: Dhawan, Vijay put India in command on Day One

Rediff.com10 Jun 2015

Opener Shikhar Dhawan's attractive stroke-play vindicated skipper Virat Kohli's decision to bat first as India comfortably amassed 239 for no loss at stumps on the first day of their one-off Test against Bangladesh in Fatullah.

'Pakistan confident of breaking India jinx at World Cup'

'Pakistan confident of breaking India jinx at World Cup'

Rediff.com10 Feb 2015

Pakistan captain Misbah-ul Haq tells Chandresh Narayanan that his team will break the jinx that has haunted them in five of the last six editions when they take on India in their World Cup opener on February 15.

'Nirupama Rao will help jump-start Indo-US ties again'

'Nirupama Rao will help jump-start Indo-US ties again'

Rediff.com16 Sep 2011

William S Cohen, former defence secretary in the Clinton administration and a three-term Republican United States Senator and currently the chairman and CEO of the Cohen Group and a member of the board of directors of the US-India Business Council, has applauded the appointment of Nirupama Rao as the new ambassador to the US. It comes as a propitious time when there's a sense that the US-India relationship is adrift, he has said.

Why Mughal-e-Azam will never die

Why Mughal-e-Azam will never die

Rediff.com28 Oct 2020

Did you know Nargis was to have played the Madhubala role, but opted out because she has reservations about working with Dilip Kumar? Do you know how Naushad and Shakeel Badayuni came up with the words for the immortal Pyaar Kiya Toh Darna Kya?

Swraj Paul's mantra to fight corruption in India

Swraj Paul's mantra to fight corruption in India

Rediff.com3 Oct 2013

In a society where corruption is endemic and you want to get something done then it is all too tempting to offer a bribe, Swraj Paul said.

Jaya Bachchan bats for Bollywood in RS; toasted for her speech

Jaya Bachchan bats for Bollywood in RS; toasted for her speech

Rediff.com15 Sep 2020

Though Bachchan did not take any names, her remarks come a day after BJP's Lok Sabha MP and Bhojpuri actor Ravi Kishan said there was problem of drug addiction in the film industry and also actor Kangana Ranaut's recent remarks calling Bollywood a 'gutter'.

'India has to catch a train that left 25 years ago'

'India has to catch a train that left 25 years ago'

Rediff.com2 May 2017

'In contrast to the generally buoyant tone of the Economic Survey in January, he sounds uncharacteristically pessimistic, saying that forces in the world economy -- slowing global trade, protectionism, robots -- will limit India's manufacturing to levels well below what propelled East Asia's economies decades ago.'

Is Pinarayi jealous of Shailaja's popularity?

Is Pinarayi jealous of Shailaja's popularity?

Rediff.com19 May 2021

'Here is a woman who has got widespread appreciation for her work.' 'Social media was full of posts wanting her as the chief ministerial candidate.' 'This kind of popularity did not go well within the party.' 'See, today the party is Pinarayi Vijayan!'

What we now can expect from Modi

What we now can expect from Modi

Rediff.com24 May 2019

'As long as a Hindu rashtra is not formalised, one can live in hope,' says Amulya Ganguli.

Dhoni turns 38! Of birthday wishes and throwback pics

Dhoni turns 38! Of birthday wishes and throwback pics

Rediff.com7 Jul 2019

Dhoni, who turned a year older Sunday, shook a leg with daughter Ziva in the presence of wife Sakshi as his teammates, in his preferred minimalistic manner.

Rahul promises 500 sq ft houses for slum-dwellers in Mumbai

Rahul promises 500 sq ft houses for slum-dwellers in Mumbai

Rediff.com2 Mar 2019

Gandhi said, "I am saying in 10 days, but I assure you it will do done within two days."

Rajan Zed urges billionaires to donate wealth

Rajan Zed urges billionaires to donate wealth

Rediff.com10 Dec 2010

Applauding Facebook co-founder Mark Zuckerberg for the reported pledge to give majority of his wealth to philanthropy, well known Hindu statesman Rajan Zed has called upon India's billionaires/millionaires to make similar pledges.

Gunjan Saxena: The Kargil Girl review

Gunjan Saxena: The Kargil Girl review

Rediff.com11 Aug 2020

Janhvi Kapoor does well as the girl trying to assert her 'kaabiliyat', observes Sukanya Verma.

PM launches employment scheme for migrant workers

PM launches employment scheme for migrant workers

Rediff.com20 Jun 2020

Launching the scheme, Modi said during the nationwide lockdown, the talent from cities returned to villages and it will now give a boost to development of rural areas. The 'Garib Kalyan Rozgar Abhiyaan' will be implemented on a mission mode in 125 days in 116 districts of six states -- Bihar, Madhya Pradesh, Uttar Pradesh, Rajasthan, Jharkhand and Odisha -- that received the maximum numbers of migrant workers back.

Can you help this Indian make aviation history?

Can you help this Indian make aviation history?

Rediff.com11 Sep 2020

Can you help this Indian achieve aviation history?

PHOTOS: Theatres open after 7 months in COVID-19 shadow

PHOTOS: Theatres open after 7 months in COVID-19 shadow

Rediff.com16 Oct 2020

It was a quiet reopening with few people venturing warily to watch a mix of regional, English and Hindi reruns such as "Chhichhore", "Thappad", "Tanhaji" and "The Spy".