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Two-tonne bell, 1-tonne lamp: Gifts pour in for Ram temple from India, abroad

Two-tonne bell, 1-tonne lamp: Gifts pour in for Ram temple from India, abroad

Rediff.com10 Jan 2024

More than 3,000 gifts for Lord Ram from Sita's birthplace in Janakpur in Nepal have arrived in Ayodhya.

How police from 2 states cracked Rs 20 crore jewel heist

How police from 2 states cracked Rs 20 crore jewel heist

Rediff.com29 Sep 2023

The Chhattisgarh police has arrested two people in connection with a Rs 20-crore burglary from a jewellery store in Delhi earlier this week and recovered around 18.5 kg of gold and diamond ornaments from them, a senior official said on Friday, even as the probe suggested involvement of only one person in the incident.

Shubman is now Spider-Man!

Shubman is now Spider-Man!

Rediff.com8 May 2023

Shubman Gill will lend his voice to Indian Spider-Man in the upcoming animated movie Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse.

Must-win battle: India's WC preparations hinge on decider

Must-win battle: India's WC preparations hinge on decider

Rediff.com31 Jul 2023

India hope their experiments work in series decider against West Indies

Japanese shuttler's harrowing ordeal in India sparks outrage

Japanese shuttler's harrowing ordeal in India sparks outrage

Rediff.com13 Dec 2023

Nozomi Okuhara's harrowing experience after her touchdown in India was 'unfortunate and won't happen in future'

Nature Like Never Before

Nature Like Never Before

Rediff.com28 Nov 2023

Extraordinary award-winning photographs from more than 20,000 images from all over the world.

Is Modi Magic on The Decline?

Is Modi Magic on The Decline?

Rediff.com19 Dec 2022

In one state, the BJP sweeps in Modi's name -- and only because of Modi's name. In the other state, Modi's name did not work. Himachal underlines the limitations of Modi's magic, observes Shekhar Gupta.

'Rishi was never a friend to his children'

'Rishi was never a friend to his children'

Rediff.com11 Jan 2024

Delivering on his commitment to bring fresh parings this season, host Karan Johar welcomed yesteryear divas Zeenat Aman and Neetu Kapoor to Koffee With Karan.

Ram Charan-Upasana Expecting First Child

Ram Charan-Upasana Expecting First Child

Rediff.com13 Dec 2022

The actor and his wife Upasana Kamineni are expecting their first child; his film RRR has bagged two Golden Globe nominations.

Andaz Apna Apna's Secrets REVEALED!

Andaz Apna Apna's Secrets REVEALED!

Rediff.com4 Nov 2023

'People remember each and every dialogue of Andaz Apna Apna, just as they remember every dialogue of Mughal-e-Azam and Sholay.'

Vicky Kaushal's Best Performance? VOTE!

Vicky Kaushal's Best Performance? VOTE!

Rediff.com28 Nov 2023

Steadily marching ahead for almost a decade now on the strength of his unassuming versatility, the 35 year old is ready to showcase his mettle in one of the most challenging roles of his career as India's first Field Marshal Sam Manekshaw in Meghna Gulzar's biopic, Sam Bahadur.

Bopanna ends Davis Cup career on a high

Bopanna ends Davis Cup career on a high

Rediff.com17 Sep 2023

Scripts win with Yuki Bhambri in final tie against Morocco.

Future of digital payments in India

Future of digital payments in India

Rediff.com20 Mar 2024

'The focus needs to shift towards the ability to collect payments, particularly in tier-3 to tier-4 areas where acceptance is still lacking.'

The Year Gone By, With Alia-Ranbir

The Year Gone By, With Alia-Ranbir

Rediff.com14 Apr 2023

After dating for five years, Alia Bhatt and Ranbir Kapoor wed on April 14, 2022.

RCB's KGF In Hustle Mode!

RCB's KGF In Hustle Mode!

Rediff.com12 May 2023

RCB face third-placed Rajasthan Royals in their next IPL match on Sunday, May 14.

After historic 2023, ISRO is ready for packed 2024

After historic 2023, ISRO is ready for packed 2024

Rediff.com30 Dec 2023

The new year will witness two unmanned missions under the "Gaganyaan" project, deep ocean exploration project, "Samudrayaan" and many more.

How Do Star Kids Compare With Stars?

How Do Star Kids Compare With Stars?

Rediff.com23 Nov 2023

With an endless number of star kid debuts in the offing, we thought of looking at how this decade's brigade compares to their mums, dads, uncles or siblings.

'I want to play dynamic characters. No repeat characters'

'I want to play dynamic characters. No repeat characters'

Rediff.com14 Dec 2023

'In Bangladesh, I have played so many dynamic characters, be it a freedom fighter, a circus trapeze artist, sex worker, and many more.'

Dravid on why Rohit and Virat were rested for 2nd ODI vs WI

Dravid on why Rohit and Virat were rested for 2nd ODI vs WI

Rediff.com30 Jul 2023

Rahul Dravid said he is least bothered about criticism and opinions of people on the outside.

'Honour for India': Pakistanis react to G20 success

'Honour for India': Pakistanis react to G20 success

Rediff.com14 Sep 2023

'The succesfully conduct of the global event would have filled the Indians with pride'

'I have never done one wrong thing in my life'

'I have never done one wrong thing in my life'

Rediff.com16 Nov 2023

Excerpted from Sahara: The Untold Story by Tamal Bandyopadhyay.

'Duggu can do anything he sets his mind to'

'Duggu can do anything he sets his mind to'

Rediff.com10 Jan 2024

'Later, I asked Hrithik how he could have remained so calm in the circumstances. He told me simply, "What could have happened? At the most, they would have killed me".'

Tiranga And The Battle For Hyper Nationalism

Tiranga And The Battle For Hyper Nationalism

Rediff.com31 Aug 2022

The War of the Tiranga is a metaphor for a new battle of ideas in national politics, observes Shekhar Gupta.

MP: Villagers try to ride on strayed ailing leopard, click selfies

MP: Villagers try to ride on strayed ailing leopard, click selfies

Rediff.com30 Aug 2023

Shocking videos of an ailing wild leopard being surrounded by a group of villagers, who are taking selfies with him and even trying to ride on him have emerged from Dewas district of Madhya Pradesh.

Will Chahar make a comeback for 4th T20I in Raipur?

Will Chahar make a comeback for 4th T20I in Raipur?

Rediff.com30 Nov 2023

Both Prasidh and Avesh Khan lack variety and innovation as they keep pitching the ball at the same length. Both bowl in late 130s or early 140s but consistently pitch it back of the length and the nature of Indian tracks make it a cannon fodder for batters.

Fresh challenge awaits Suryakumar's youngsters in Durban

Fresh challenge awaits Suryakumar's youngsters in Durban

Rediff.com9 Dec 2023

The South Africa series in that context is the last big international T20 series that India play followed by one against Afghanistan in mid-January.

Cong to launch Raj poll campaign on Oct 16 with Kaam kiya dil se slogan

Cong to launch Raj poll campaign on Oct 16 with Kaam kiya dil se slogan

Rediff.com8 Oct 2023

He said that the Congress government has fulfilled 98 per cent of the promises made in its manifesto and the next manifesto will be prepared on the basis of the 'Vision 2030' document.

Hyderabad felt like Rawalpindi, says Rizwan

Hyderabad felt like Rawalpindi, says Rizwan

Rediff.com11 Oct 2023

Mohammed Rizwan will fondly remember the local curator in his prayers for producing a batting beauty

Eknath Shinde Pays Tribute To Sulochana

Eknath Shinde Pays Tribute To Sulochana

Rediff.com5 Jun 2023

Maharashtra Chief Minister Eknath Shinde was among those who mourned her loss, and visited her home.

Disengagement at LAC only through reciprocal actions: MEA

Disengagement at LAC only through reciprocal actions: MEA

Rediff.com27 Aug 2020

The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) spokesperson Anurag Srivastava said complete disengagement requires re-deployment of troops by each side towards their regular posts on their respective sides of the Line of Actual Control(LAC) and this can be done only through mutually agreed actions.

'Our privacy was hurt': Shaheen Afridi

'Our privacy was hurt': Shaheen Afridi

Rediff.com5 Feb 2023

Shaheen Shah Afridi lashed out at those who leaked pictures and videos of his wedding on social media.

'Trudeau painted Modi in a corner'

'Trudeau painted Modi in a corner'

Rediff.com23 Oct 2023

'By making it so public in the House of Commons, you know the reaction in India... Mr Modi is not very happy about it; you're kicking out Canadian diplomats; you suspended visa services for Canadians...'

PIX: Kajol, Divya' s throwback pictures!

PIX: Kajol, Divya' s throwback pictures!

Rediff.com3 May 2019

Stars get nostalgic!

Tiger 3 review: Some Fan Service, Some Fun!

Tiger 3 review: Some Fan Service, Some Fun!

Rediff.com12 Nov 2023

Too bad the one time it is friendly to the environment, Tiger chooses to celebrate his Diwali with 'meetha' and not 'pathaaka', points out Sukanya Verma.

Here's How Alia Spent Her Birthday

Here's How Alia Spent Her Birthday

Rediff.com16 Mar 2023

Alia Bhatt celebrated her 30th birthday on March 15 in London.

More than 1,000 killed, 1,200 hurt as powerful earthquake strikes Morocco

More than 1,000 killed, 1,200 hurt as powerful earthquake strikes Morocco

Rediff.com9 Sep 2023

Local television showed images of a fallen mosque minaret with rubble lying on smashed cars.

Why 2023 World Cup schedule is set to change!

Why 2023 World Cup schedule is set to change!

Rediff.com27 Jul 2023

Three full board members have written to the International Cricket Council (ICC) for a change in schedule of their matches in the ODI World Cup in India.

What Priyanka's Dreams Are Made Of

What Priyanka's Dreams Are Made Of

Rediff.com11 May 2023

Raashi's summer vibe.... Disha, up-close... Amruta 'chills' in London...

Indian mission sets up 24-hour helpline in Israel, asks citizens to stat alert

Indian mission sets up 24-hour helpline in Israel, asks citizens to stat alert

Rediff.com11 Oct 2023

In a post on X, the Indian embassy in Israel has stated that it has been working constantly to help fellow citizens.

Durga Pujo In Kolkata: Magical, Unforgettable

Durga Pujo In Kolkata: Magical, Unforgettable

Rediff.com23 Oct 2023

There's a lot more to the festival than just five days of celebration; that is something you can only experience when you live in Kolkata. And that's what every Bengali living outside the state misses, notes Chitrangada Datta Chaudhuri.