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From snowmen to Viber: Bizarre bans in Saudi Arabia

From snowmen to Viber: Bizarre bans in Saudi Arabia

Rediff.com14 Jan 2015

Women behind the wheel, movie theatres and now snowmen! Everyday things in the outside world are prohibited in Saudi Arabia's incredibly conservative society. Rediff.com compiles a list

Depay, Dumfries put Dutch into quarters

Depay, Dumfries put Dutch into quarters

Rediff.com4 Dec 2022

Goals from Memphis Depay and Daley Blind gave the Netherlands a 2-0 halftime lead over the United States at the Khalifa International Stadium on Saturday in the first knockout match of the World Cup.

Villagers bring Shivling to court after notice to temple in Chhattisgarh

Villagers bring Shivling to court after notice to temple in Chhattisgarh

Rediff.com27 Mar 2022

A few days ago, the revenue officials of Raigarh had given notice to Shiva temple to appear in the court.

Turning Point: Turning Point: Kuldeep Sen's Opening Over

Turning Point: Turning Point: Kuldeep Sen's Opening Over

Rediff.com27 Apr 2022

That moment of magic was provided by one magical over from Rajasthan's Kuldeep Sen.

What Went Wrong For Adani Stocks

What Went Wrong For Adani Stocks

Rediff.com28 Feb 2023

The 'sudden volatility' in Adani stocks is entirely due to a series of events that was extreme and unique, and played out in too short a period. Investors and regulators pretended that it wasn't so. But then, along came Hindenburg, which forced some eyes to open, points out Debashis Basu.

Meats, spikes, sea shells: Lady Gaga's most BIZARRE outfits

Meats, spikes, sea shells: Lady Gaga's most BIZARRE outfits

Rediff.com18 Sep 2014

Before her fame monsters around the world, this iconic pop star is the mother of the freakiest fashion inventions you'd have ever laid eyes on!

Vettel reigns in a bizarre F1 season

Vettel reigns in a bizarre F1 season

Rediff.com28 Nov 2012

At 25, Sebastian Vettel has been champion for three straight years. At 25, he's caught up with Ayrton. At 25, he's just getting better, says Raja Sen.

PHOTOS: Gill hits double ton as Ind edge NZ in thriller

PHOTOS: Gill hits double ton as Ind edge NZ in thriller

Rediff.com18 Jan 2023

Images from the 1st ODI between India and New Zealand played in Hyderabad on Wednesday.

Back from exile, Hales aces redemption song

Back from exile, Hales aces redemption song

Rediff.com10 Nov 2022

Hales's inclusion was seen as a risk by some pundits and his patchy lead-up form spilled into the early matches at the tournament with 19 against Afghanistan and seven versus Ireland.

OTT This Week: Aamir, Madhuri, Akshay...

OTT This Week: Aamir, Madhuri, Akshay...

Rediff.com7 Oct 2022

Aamir Khan, Madhuri Dixit Nene and Akshay Kumar headline OTT offerings this week. Plus, you'll find aliens, spirits, serial killers... Sukanya Verma lists them out.

Dom's Take: Rawat's purani genes

Dom's Take: Rawat's purani genes

Rediff.com18 Mar 2021

Dominic Xavier wonders why politicians always seem to have a problem with the way our women dress

Gwyneth in a bizarre true story

Gwyneth in a bizarre true story

Rediff.com20 Jan 2005

No jeans, no innerwear! The bizarre dress code for NEET medical exams

No jeans, no innerwear! The bizarre dress code for NEET medical exams

Rediff.com8 May 2017

There was high drama before the commencement of National Eligibility cum Entrance Test for medical and dental courses, at various centres across Chennai, Coimbatore, Madurai, Salem, Tiruchirapalli, Namakkal, Tirunelveli and Vellore when students were frisked and some were asked to cut off their sleeves, while a few female students were asked to remove their bras!

Sri Ram Sena's bizarre V-Day threat

Sri Ram Sena's bizarre V-Day threat

Rediff.com5 Feb 2009

Unfazed by the outrage over its attack on a Mangalore pub, the self-styled moral brigade of the Sri Ram Sena on Thursday threatened to forcibly "marry off" couples dating in public on Valentine's Day. Sena founder Pramod Muthalik said that his activists would hold protests at hotels, hostels and colleges where Valentine's Day celebrations are held.

Hello Charlie review

Hello Charlie review

Rediff.com12 Apr 2021

It's the most absurd, bizarre and unfunniest movie ever, complains Moumita Bhattacharjee.

Using hate against me as fuel for comeback: Tomic

Using hate against me as fuel for comeback: Tomic

Rediff.com13 Dec 2021

The once highly-rated Australian has been on the decline in recent years, slipping to 259 in the world rankings.

'I have to get Ma out of prison'

'I have to get Ma out of prison'

Rediff.com7 Jun 2022

'I also stopped speaking to the media because I felt used by them.'

The Challenges Before Ola, Uber...

The Challenges Before Ola, Uber...

Rediff.com3 Mar 2023

In many states, aggregators operate without a licence; in others, with the risk of the licence being revoked by any regional transport office on the slightest pretext.

Dom's Take: Don't Poke Your Nose!

Dom's Take: Don't Poke Your Nose!

Rediff.com4 Feb 2021

Dominic Xavier offers his take on the drama that took centrestage after Rihanna and Greta's tweets.

Bizarre: Bayern tore apart Porto while Pep ripped his trousers!

Bizarre: Bayern tore apart Porto while Pep ripped his trousers!

Rediff.com22 Apr 2015

Pep Guardiola suffered a minor wardrobe malfunction.

Good Luck Jerry Review

Good Luck Jerry Review

Rediff.com29 Jul 2022

As commendable her confidence is, Janhvi's metamorphosis from bechari to bold is slight, observes Sukanya Verma.

FA Cup: Man City outclass Southampton to reach semis

FA Cup: Man City outclass Southampton to reach semis

Rediff.com20 Mar 2022

Palace outclass Everton to cruise into FA Cup semi-finals

IndiGo flyer says he's COVID positive before take off

IndiGo flyer says he's COVID positive before take off

Rediff.com5 Mar 2021

The sources said the passenger informed the cabin crew that he has tested positive for coronavirus, following which the aircraft returned to the bay and the person was offloaded.

'Khalistan is a business'

'Khalistan is a business'

Rediff.com12 Apr 2023

'Khalistanis can be divided into three categories: Firstly, hardcore ideological people. They are microscopic, not even 1%.' 'Secondly, those who consider Khalistan a business.' 'The third category that has built the narrative of Khalistan are those who gain from polarisation.'

2023 Will Test Our Patience With China

2023 Will Test Our Patience With China

Rediff.com9 Jan 2023

The answer to Chinese tactics of nibbling territory is not defence of every inch -- a military impossibility -- but instead, nibbling at Chinese territory wherever we are in a stronger position, counsels Colonel Anil A Athale (retd).

Escaype Live Review

Escaype Live Review

Rediff.com23 May 2022

Promising plot falters in execution, observes Namrata Thakker.

Yatri Kripya Dhyan De Review

Yatri Kripya Dhyan De Review

Rediff.com25 Feb 2022

Yatri Kripya Dhyan De is absolutely thrilling, applauds Namrata Thakker.

Not pleased with quality of SG Test balls, says Kohli

Not pleased with quality of SG Test balls, says Kohli

Rediff.com9 Feb 2021

The Indian bowlers, it was evident, were not happy about the condition of the red cherry

The Broken News Review

The Broken News Review

Rediff.com10 Jun 2022

With solid actors headlining the cast and supporting actors lending good support, The Broken News is a good weekend binge watch, observes Namrata Thakker.

Uttam's Take: I Can't Breathe

Uttam's Take: I Can't Breathe

Rediff.com6 Jun 2020

Uttam Ghosh offers his take on the protests that have swept across America and President Trump's bizarre responses after George Floyd, an African American died in Minneapolis on May 25 after a white police officer pinned him to the ground.

Kohli blames Headingley rout on 'scoreboard pressure'

Kohli blames Headingley rout on 'scoreboard pressure'

Rediff.com28 Aug 2021

India's captain Virat Kohli admitted that after being all out for 78 in the first innings the team was always playing the catch-up game in the fourth Test at Headingley, Leeds..

Bizarre! Men will have to sacrifice pay for women: FFA boss

Bizarre! Men will have to sacrifice pay for women: FFA boss

Rediff.com21 Sep 2015

Improving pay and conditions for Australia's disgruntled women's team would require the country's top male players to give up a portion of their incomes, the country's FA boss David Gallop said on Monday.

Will Kerala Go North-East Way To BJP?

Will Kerala Go North-East Way To BJP?

Rediff.com13 Mar 2023

If Kerala wants to sustain its room for independent thinking and talk back to Delhi when needed, it should put its finances in order. Or - if one takes the North East example - Kerala's political posturing may end up commensurate with its financial dependence on others, suggests Shyam G Menon.

Turning Point: Missed Run-Out!

Turning Point: Missed Run-Out!

Rediff.com31 Mar 2022

Had KKR throws run out Dinesh Karthik, perhaps RCB may have lost the game.

Bizarre remedies don't treat snakebites: WHO

Bizarre remedies don't treat snakebites: WHO

Rediff.com24 Jul 2006

Concerned about this situation, WHO, in collaboration with leading Indian experts, is in the process of formulating a 'National Protocol' for management of snakebites in India.

Bat Power. Girl Power. Cute Puppies.

Bat Power. Girl Power. Cute Puppies.

Rediff.com25 Apr 2022

What's your pick from OTT this week?

Pitch was good, batting was not: Kohli

Pitch was good, batting was not: Kohli

Rediff.com25 Feb 2021

India captain Virat Kohli said poor batting and not the pitch was responsible for the day-night third Test against England winding up inside two days, and described the performance of batsmen on both sides as "bizarre".

Aashram 3 Review

Aashram 3 Review

Rediff.com3 Jun 2022

Bobby Deol delivers, but Aashram 3 does not, observes Namrata Thakker.

FTX Failure: Lessons To Be Learnt

FTX Failure: Lessons To Be Learnt

Rediff.com16 Dec 2022

Damage from new shenanigans can be contained if regulators move quickly when something does not smell right, counsels Debashis Basu.

T20 World Cup India Report Card

T20 World Cup India Report Card

Rediff.com12 Nov 2022

Virat Kohli, Suryakumar Yadav, Hardik Patel and Arshdeep Singh were the only bright lights in a poor India show at the T20 World Cup.