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Bikaner House, Delhi's most elegant address

Bikaner House, Delhi's most elegant address

Rediff.com2 Jun 2018

When Rajasthan CM Vasundhara Raje Scindia decided to convert her government's capital outpost into a hub of culture, she transformed Bikaner House into Delhi's premier cultural space, notes Kishore Singh.

Frederic Aspiras, the man who transformed Lady Gaga

Frederic Aspiras, the man who transformed Lady Gaga

Rediff.com17 Apr 2019

The pop sensation heavily relies on her hair stylist's choices. Their friendship dates back to 2009.

Why Hakimullah Mehsud's death terrifies Pakistan

Why Hakimullah Mehsud's death terrifies Pakistan

Rediff.com8 Nov 2013

Instead of the assassination strengthening Pakistan's war against the Taliban, its leadership seems scared of taking on the terrorists, notes Sushant Sareen.

Inside the dazzling, weird world of bodypainting

Inside the dazzling, weird world of bodypainting

Rediff.com2 Aug 2017

Welcome to the World Bodypainting Festival in Klagenfurt, Austria. The festival is celebrating its 20th anniversary this year and here are some of the most dazzling artworks on display.

Internet, satellite communication existed in Mahabharata era: Tripura CM

Internet, satellite communication existed in Mahabharata era: Tripura CM

Rediff.com18 Apr 2018

The CM said he was proud that he was born in a country which had the "best communication system" and "best culture" in the whole world.

Day after, New Zealand coach 'feeling very hollow'

Day after, New Zealand coach 'feeling very hollow'

Rediff.com16 Jul 2019

Both finalists could not be separated at the end of regular play as well as the Super Over, but England were crowned champions because they had a superior boundary count.

'Taimur is having a good time'

'Taimur is having a good time'

Rediff.com9 Jun 2020

'I am enjoying hanging out with my son.'

DRS: Are you for or against it?

DRS: Are you for or against it?

Rediff.com6 Aug 2013

A look at some controversial dismissals in the ongoing Ashes series that has put the DRS under the scanner.

'Why would Salman favour me?'

'Why would Salman favour me?'

Rediff.com18 Mar 2020

'I am just a two-bit actor.'

Got a tattoo? Great! Here's what it says about you!

Got a tattoo? Great! Here's what it says about you!

Rediff.com13 Sep 2013

What tattoo you get and where you get it done, unconsciously reveals a lot about your personality. Take this quiz and find out more!

'Mamata is mentally and physically finished'

'Mamata is mentally and physically finished'

Rediff.com23 Mar 2021

'Our honourable CM is so shameless that she will say the state is among the safest for women.'

Greeting a walrus... Things Vladimir Putin does

Greeting a walrus... Things Vladimir Putin does

Rediff.com4 Sep 2013

The Russian president is no stranger to bizarre photocalls as he is previously been photographed going horse-riding with his shirt off, sedating Siberian tigers and polar bears, and guiding cranes to new migration routes in a microlight.

Belly button challenge sweeps the internet

Belly button challenge sweeps the internet

Rediff.com12 Jun 2015

This must be the most bizarre challenge that is currently trending over on social media and making people go crazy.

A bathrobe on the red carpet. Is this the weirdest look yet?

A bathrobe on the red carpet. Is this the weirdest look yet?

Rediff.com13 Nov 2017

Believe it or not, this wasn't the most daring OR the most bizarre red carpet turn at MTV EMAs.

Disheartening to see state of Indian squash: Dipika

Disheartening to see state of Indian squash: Dipika

Rediff.com14 Sep 2019

Dipika Pallikal said the Squash Rackets Federation of India (SRFI) needs to have a structure in place for Indians to become a formidable force at the world level.

My Veere story: Meet the female musketeers

My Veere story: Meet the female musketeers

Rediff.com31 May 2018

Rediff reader Heera Nawaz, 57, shares her fond girl gang memories.

Indian Wells: Kerber, Wozniacki gifted semi-final spots

Indian Wells: Kerber, Wozniacki gifted semi-final spots

Rediff.com15 Mar 2013

In a bizarre coincidence, top seed Victoria Azarenka and seventh-seeded Australian Samantha Stosur withdrew from their quarter-final matches at the BNP Paribas Open on Thursday due to leg injuries.

Is coach Shastri a 'Yes Man'? 'No' says captain Kohli

Is coach Shastri a 'Yes Man'? 'No' says captain Kohli

Rediff.com15 Nov 2018

Indian captain Virat Kohli, on Thursday, staunchly supported Ravi Shastri, saying the growing perception of head coach being a 'yes' man to the skipper 'is the most bizarre thing he has ever heard'.

Tamarind tree, sheep: Lucky charms for K'taka candidates

Tamarind tree, sheep: Lucky charms for K'taka candidates

Rediff.com3 May 2013

We have heard about some very bizarre superstitions that the candidates followed while filing their nominations for the upcoming Karnataka assembly elections.

When Trump wanted to play matchmaker for PM Modi

When Trump wanted to play matchmaker for PM Modi

Rediff.com14 Aug 2018

The report in Politico also spoke about Trump's lack of familiarity with South Asia.

Govt courts controversy by increasing gas prices

Govt courts controversy by increasing gas prices

Rediff.com1 Jul 2013

India's reforms are business-friendly rather than market-friendly, says T N Ninan.

The odd, odd world we live in!

The odd, odd world we live in!

Rediff.com7 Feb 2018

Here are 10 photos that prove we live in an incredibly bizarre world.

Talwars likely to be released from Dasna jail on Monday

Talwars likely to be released from Dasna jail on Monday

Rediff.com13 Oct 2017

Dasna Jail Superintendent said that he has not received the court order as yet.

VOTE: Will YOU wear these outfits?

VOTE: Will YOU wear these outfits?

Rediff.com25 Aug 2013

From quirky to outrageous -- we are asking you, our readers, if you would be seen in these outfits from Lakme Fashion Week.

Review: Shortcut Romeo has masala power

Review: Shortcut Romeo has masala power

Rediff.com21 Jun 2013

Director Susi Ganesh's maiden venture into Bollywood, Shortcut Romeo, seems like a slick, fast-pasted thriller on the surface. What lies beneath is a different story altogether.

Meet the New-Age Bollywood Mom

Meet the New-Age Bollywood Mom

Rediff.com11 May 2020

'Mothers as characters may have the same problems as they had years ago.' 'But what's refreshing is how they are becoming more accepting towards the changes in society.'

FA Cup final: Crazy scenes as Chelsea keeper refuses to be replaced

FA Cup final: Crazy scenes as Chelsea keeper refuses to be replaced

Rediff.com25 Feb 2019

Reaction to Arrizabalaga's refusal to be substituted

PIX: Bollywood's extremely loud, over-the-top ladies!

PIX: Bollywood's extremely loud, over-the-top ladies!

Rediff.com11 Jun 2013

Vidya Balan plays an overbearing Punjabi housewife in Raj Kumar Gupta's Ghanchakkar.

MPs on anti-rape debate: Who hasn't stalked girls?

MPs on anti-rape debate: Who hasn't stalked girls?

Rediff.com20 Mar 2013

Rediff.com takes a look at some of the points raised in the Lok Sabha as the Criminal Law Amendment Bill found overwhelming support. Were these MPs were backing the bill or opposing it? Your guess is as good as mine!

Smith hits century as clinical Australia down England in warm-up

Smith hits century as clinical Australia down England in warm-up

Rediff.com25 May 2019

Steve Smith's brilliant hundred and a clinical show by the bowlers at the death helped Australia beat England by 12 runs in their World Cup warm-up match, in Southampton.

Napoli book Champions League spot, Juve interrupted

Napoli book Champions League spot, Juve interrupted

Rediff.com9 May 2013

Napoli qualified for the Champions League group stage by winning 3-0 at Bologna on Wednesday and two goals from Mario Balotelli kept AC Milan on course for the qualifying round with a 4-0 victory at Pescara.

Six ducks as Lancs dismiss Essex for 20

Six ducks as Lancs dismiss Essex for 20

Rediff.com15 Jun 2013

Six batsmen made ducks as visiting Lancashire bowled Essex out for 20 in a second division game at Chelmsford on Friday, their lowest score in a first-class fixture. It was also the lowest score in county cricket since Essex skittled Surrey for 14 at the same ground in 1983.

And two steps backward

And two steps backward

Rediff.com21 Jan 2013

Country watchers in both India and Pakistan recognise the swampy terrain of the Slough of Despond ahead. It's no-visa season again

PICS: Sexy styles straight off international runways!

PICS: Sexy styles straight off international runways!

Rediff.com23 May 2013

In a round-up of recent world fashions, we bring you the best of designerwear seen on catwalks from New York to Monaco.

Coming for Trump: The Delhi Jinx!

Coming for Trump: The Delhi Jinx!

Rediff.com9 Mar 2020

Does an invitation to visit India bring bad luck to majoritarian demagogues? asks Rahul Jacob.

War of the maps in South Asia

War of the maps in South Asia

Rediff.com8 Aug 2020

'The Modi government's grandstanding has hardened the reflexes in Beijing, Islamabad and Kathmandu and complicated India's relations with these three countries, which were even otherwise highly problematic.' 'Whatever prospects existed for a fair and balanced resolution of the territorial disputes may also have receded,' observes Ambassador M K Bhadrakumar.

Bollywood's WORST Dance Moves of 2017

Bollywood's WORST Dance Moves of 2017

Rediff.com13 Dec 2017

We've seen some cool dance moves this year. And then, we've seen these!

PHOTOS: Man City lose, Chelsea and Arsenal win

PHOTOS: Man City lose, Chelsea and Arsenal win

Rediff.com10 Feb 2013

Manchester City's Premier League title defence fell apart at the seams in a 3-1 defeat to Southampton on Saturday when goalkeeper Joe Hart committed a howler and Gareth Barry scored a bizarre own goal.

PIX: Aishwarya's French connection continues!

PIX: Aishwarya's French connection continues!

Rediff.com16 Jun 2015

Take a look.

The dangerous world of Ponty Chaddha

The dangerous world of Ponty Chaddha

Rediff.com18 Nov 2012

Clearly knowing which side of the toast to butter, Ponty Chaddha could cultivate sworn political rivals like Mulayam Singh Yadav and Mayawati or opposing political parties like the Congress and Bharatiya Janata Party.