News for 'BIZARRE'

'Vaccine Must Go To Older People First'

'Vaccine Must Go To Older People First'

Rediff.com9 Nov 2021

'At the current time, we should be vaccinating all those who are potentially going to get more severe illness, before we start vaccinating very young individuals.'

Lockdown allows Barty to appreciate the little things in life

Lockdown allows Barty to appreciate the little things in life

Rediff.com25 Apr 2020

'Now, it's about maintaining for if and when we get an opportunity to play again this year, you can kinda flick that switch and go from there.'

10 OTT Shows to Watch This Week

10 OTT Shows to Watch This Week

Rediff.com21 Sep 2020

Bhumi Pednekar and Konkona Sen Sharma's ode to sisterhood, Robert Pattinson's amusing accent, Satyajit Ray's many masterpieces, Steven Soderbergh's breakout indie, Mark Ruffalo's good fight -- all this and more on Sukanya Verma's recommendation list on OTT this week.

The wild, wacky case of Vickram Bedi

The wild, wacky case of Vickram Bedi

Rediff.com2 Dec 2010

Vickram Bedi will be tried before a New York court for fraud. But the facts of the case sound like the plot of some very bizarre Hollywood movie.

Tying 'rakhi' as bail condition in sexual offence unacceptable: SC

Tying 'rakhi' as bail condition in sexual offence unacceptable: SC

Rediff.com19 Mar 2021

The Supreme Court Thursday termed as 'wholly unacceptable' the Madhya Pradesh high court order setting 'rakhi' tying as a condition of bail to an accused in a sexual offence case, saying it 'transforms a molester into a brother, by a judicial mandate'.

'Why was Waze Param Bir Singh's blue eyed boy?'

'Why was Waze Param Bir Singh's blue eyed boy?'

Rediff.com20 Apr 2021

'Singh is complaining that politicians are summoning Waze after bypassing him.' 'But Singh is himself undermining the hierarchy within his force by interacting directly with Waze.'

The Ghost Review

The Ghost Review

Rediff.com18 Oct 2019

Vikram Bhatt's horror film is a big let down, says Namrata Thakker.

King's Cup: Valencia fight back after Betis score directly from corner

King's Cup: Valencia fight back after Betis score directly from corner

Rediff.com8 Feb 2019

Kevin Gameiro grabbed a stoppage-time equaliser for Valencia after Denis Cheryshev had reduced the deficit with 20 minutes remaining, leaving the tie in the balance heading into the second leg at the Mestalla stadium on February 28.

Ensure ceasefire for 72 hours, Govt tells Maoists

Ensure ceasefire for 72 hours, Govt tells Maoists

Rediff.com3 Mar 2010

A day after Home Minister P Chidamabaram termed Maoist leader Kishenji's truce offer as 'bizarre', the government extended an olive branch to the Left Wing extremists on Wednesday, asking them to ensure ceasefire for 72 hours to facilitate talks.Top government officials have said Kishenji's offer for talks may be considered if he could ensure complete ceasefire for 72 hours.Chidamabaram had termed the truce offer by the Maoist leader as 'bizarre'.

Greed is the only motive for politics in Jharkhand

Greed is the only motive for politics in Jharkhand

Rediff.com3 May 2010

Unnoticed by the rest of the world, a bizarre drama was played out in Jharkhand recently -- that is, even more bizarre than the claims made by Jharkhand Chief Minister Shibu Soren's aides that Soren voted for the United Progressive Alliance in the Lok Sabha because he is suffering from Alzheimer's disease, so he forgot that it was the National Democratic Alliance which was supporting his government in Jharkhand.

A worker would take 10,000 years to earn what Mukesh Ambani made in an hour during the pandemic

A worker would take 10,000 years to earn what Mukesh Ambani made in an hour during the pandemic

Rediff.com5 Mar 2021

'The top 11 billionaires in India added so much to their wealth during the pandemic that it would have sustained MNREGA for 10 years or the ministry of health for 10 years.'

Centre vs State: Battle for Delhi is just heating up

Centre vs State: Battle for Delhi is just heating up

Rediff.com5 Apr 2021

The law, which dilutes the Indian capital's autonomy and emasculates the elected local government's powers, will be a political millstone for the party for the next elections, reports Aditi Phadnis

The eerie silence of Sachin, Sourav, Rahul

The eerie silence of Sachin, Sourav, Rahul

Rediff.com2 Mar 2021

There have been a number of players who have shown solidarity, but the big guns have been silent, with the stellar exception of former India captain Anil Kumble, notes Suhit K Sen.

Golden Globes 2021: Moments to Remember

Golden Globes 2021: Moments to Remember

Rediff.com1 Mar 2021

A far cry from its reputation of Hollywood's no holds barred night for glamour and glory, this year's Globes was a bizarrely informal affair.

ED attaches Karti's assets worth Rs 54 crore in India, UK, Spain

ED attaches Karti's assets worth Rs 54 crore in India, UK, Spain

Rediff.com11 Oct 2018

The central probe agency issued a provisional order under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act for attachment of Indian assets in Kodaikanal and Ooty in Tamil Nadu and a flat in Delhi's Jorbagh. A cottage and house in Somerset in the UK and a tennis club located in Barcelona, Spain have also been attached as part of the same order, the agency said.

Ole! Spain's La Liga fires up again after old foes unite

Ole! Spain's La Liga fires up again after old foes unite

Rediff.com6 Jun 2020

After an almighty push by all parties concerned, Spain's La Liga roars back into action next week after a three-month pause due to the COVID-19 pandemic, with matches taking place every day and with everything to play for. The season resumes on Wednesday in bizarre circumstances with the second half of a Segunda Division match between Rayo Vallecano and Albacete that was abandoned in December due to offensive chanting.

PHOTOS: Rampaging India maul New Zealand in Napier ODI

PHOTOS: Rampaging India maul New Zealand in Napier ODI

Rediff.com23 Jan 2019

Kuldeep Yadav picked up four wickets, while Shikhar Dhawan hit an unbeaten half-century to power India to a crushing eight-wicket victory against New Zealand in the first ODI.

Maoists talk peace but continue with violence: HM

Maoists talk peace but continue with violence: HM

Rediff.com2 Mar 2010

Addressing media persons in New Delhi, Chidambaram said: "It was a somewhat bizarre offer. That is because, barely 3 hours after the so-called offer, the CPI (Maoist) attacked a joint patrol party of the West Bengal police and the CRPF in PS Lalgarh, district West Midnapore. The patrol party retaliated and three people were killed."

'Humour most important in getting through difficult situations'

'Humour most important in getting through difficult situations'

Rediff.com17 Apr 2020

Known for his tongue-in-cheek take on life and cricket, New Zealand all-rounder Jimmy Neesham believes focussing on the funny side of things helps him cope with difficult situations like the coronavirus pandemic currently sweeping through the world. Asked about the role humour plays in handling difficulties, the Black Caps all-rounder, who keeps his fans entertained with witty one-liners on his social media accounts, said it is vital when the going gets tough.

Let's stop making cash the villain

Let's stop making cash the villain

Rediff.com14 Jan 2020

Ajit Balakrishnan offers a New Year resolution for our policy-makers.

PICS: Thakur, Bumrah rally India after batsmen fail

PICS: Thakur, Bumrah rally India after batsmen fail

Rediff.com2 Sep 2021

Images from Day 1 of the fourth Test between England and India, at The Oval, on Thursday.

Kings XI have charted a 3-year plan under Kumble: Wadia

Kings XI have charted a 3-year plan under Kumble: Wadia

Rediff.com19 Nov 2020

Frequently changing captains and coaches has hurt Kings XI Punjab in the past and that is why the franchise has decided to work on a three-year plan under Anil Kumble and K L Rahul to take the side forward, co-owner Ness Wadia said.

Football Focus: United's Lingard reflects on difficult season

Football Focus: United's Lingard reflects on difficult season

Rediff.com29 Jul 2020

News of all that transpired on and off the football field.

The odd, odd world we live in!

The odd, odd world we live in!

Rediff.com6 Dec 2018

Eight images that prove we live in a truly bizarre world.

When Deepika hit the road!

When Deepika hit the road!

Rediff.com30 Mar 2020

Namrata Thakker takes a look at some amazing road trips in the movies.

Azam Khan, Muslims and UP Politics

Azam Khan, Muslims and UP Politics

Rediff.com12 Aug 2021

True, Azam Khan is being targeted rather disproportionately and also because of his Muslim identity. That must be protested and resisted. But to say that he is a big messiah, and his profit-making educational enterprise is an issue concerning all Muslims of India, is absolutely unjustified, assert Mohammad Sajjad and Md Mohammad Zeeshan Ahmad.

The truly odd, odd world we live in!

The truly odd, odd world we live in!

Rediff.com23 Nov 2018

Ten images that prove it's a wonderfully bizarre world.

'No one talks when teams get bundled out on seaming tracks'

'No one talks when teams get bundled out on seaming tracks'

Rediff.com3 Mar 2021

'There is always too much noise and conversation about spinning tracks'

PIX: Ranbir, Anushka watch Ae Dil Hai Mushkil

PIX: Ranbir, Anushka watch Ae Dil Hai Mushkil

Rediff.com26 Oct 2016

A look at the arrivals.

10 things we loved about Lakme Fashion Week

10 things we loved about Lakme Fashion Week

Rediff.com6 Apr 2016

The coolest moments we won't be forgetting anytime soon.

PIX: Uproar as Zverev stuns Federer to reach ATP Finals title match

PIX: Uproar as Zverev stuns Federer to reach ATP Finals title match

Rediff.com17 Nov 2018

The 21-year-old German upstart produced some dazzling tennis and thoroughly deserved his 7-5, 7-6 (5) win against the six-time champion in a captivating semi-final.

PIX: Real Madrid seal last-16 berth; Man City sink PSG

PIX: Real Madrid seal last-16 berth; Man City sink PSG

Rediff.com25 Nov 2021

Images from the UEFA Champions League matches played on Wednesday night.

The question everyone wants to ask Ranveer

The question everyone wants to ask Ranveer

Rediff.com22 Oct 2018

What will Ranveer wear to his shaadi, folks?!

Violence never wins, says US Vice President Pence

Violence never wins, says US Vice President Pence

Rediff.com7 Jan 2021

'To those who wreaked havoc in our Capitol today, You did not win. Violence never wins. Freedom wins. And this is still the people's house.'

PICS: Tewatia, Parag rise and shine as Royals stun SRH

PICS: Tewatia, Parag rise and shine as Royals stun SRH

Rediff.com11 Oct 2020

Images from Sunday's IPL match between Sunrisers Hyderabad and Rajasthan Royals, in Dubai.

PHOTOS: The odd, odd world we live in...

PHOTOS: The odd, odd world we live in...

Rediff.com10 Oct 2018

The 10 images that prove we live in a bizarre world.

How To Invest in 2022: Market Gurus' Gyaan

How To Invest in 2022: Market Gurus' Gyaan

Rediff.com31 Dec 2021

'There is no need to do anything, let your SIPs get deducted every month, and stick to your allocation between equity, fixed income and emergency funds and your risk covers.'

'Why did Abis Rizvi have to go in such a brutal way?'

'Why did Abis Rizvi have to go in such a brutal way?'

Rediff.com3 Jan 2017

'I lost my friend in the most bizarre way possible. We think of terror attacks as something that happens to others. Now, it's reached our doorstep.'

AK vs AK review

AK vs AK review

Rediff.com24 Dec 2020

Anil Kapoor's mastery shows in how he finds the space between an actor reaching out to his actuality while remaining an actor while Anurag Kashyap's comfort in bullying his co-actor fuels their bickering camaraderie, notes Sukanya Verma.

Aus Open PIX: Osaka, Raducanu ousted; Nadal, Zverev cruise

Aus Open PIX: Osaka, Raducanu ousted; Nadal, Zverev cruise

Rediff.com21 Jan 2022

IMAGES from Australian Open matches played at Melbourne Park on Friday