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I decided to stand for my fans: Vijay quits cinema

I decided to stand for my fans: Vijay quits cinema

Rediff.com28 Dec 2025

Actor-politician Vijay announced his retirement from cinema at the audio launch of his movie 'Jana Nayagan' in Malaysia, citing his dedication to his fans. The event, attended by nearly 1 lakh fans, featured emotional speeches and performances, marking Vijay's farewell before his political career.

Capgemini to buy WNS for $3.3 bn in AI boost

Capgemini to buy WNS for $3.3 bn in AI boost

Rediff.com8 Jul 2025

French information technology (IT) and consulting services major Capgemini on Monday said it would acquire Mumbai-headquartered WNS for $3.3 billion in cash. This could be one of the largest merger & acquisition deals in the IT services and business process management sector.

Sunita Williams to remain in space till...: NASA

Sunita Williams to remain in space till...: NASA

Rediff.com25 Aug 2024

National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) has said it's 'too risky' to bring the two astronauts, Sunita Williams and Butch Wilmore, back to earth currently, because of which Boeing's Starliner capsule will return without the two astronauts.

Photographs To Amaze, Stun You!

Photographs To Amaze, Stun You!

Rediff.com18 Apr 2025

Sony World Photography Awards 2025 Winners Announced

Why I Love Warren Buffet. It's Not What You Think

Why I Love Warren Buffet. It's Not What You Think

Rediff.com12 May 2025

'He has been one of the clearest thinkers in the history of business.'

Marco And Mike Are Good News For India

Marco And Mike Are Good News For India

Rediff.com13 Nov 2024

'Communist China continues to aggressively expand its domain in the Indo-Pacific region.' 'It's crucial for the USA to continue its support in countering these malicious tactics.' 'India, along with other nations in the region, is not alone.'

Indian-origin astronaut Sunita Williams set to fly into space again

Indian-origin astronaut Sunita Williams set to fly into space again

Rediff.com6 May 2024

The mission has been delayed for several years because of setbacks in the spacecraft's development.

'We are looking at flying an Indian into space'

'We are looking at flying an Indian into space'

Rediff.com8 Dec 2023

'It's vital that over the next 10 years, that India, the US and the Artemis Accords family of nations come together to ensure that we not only return humanity to the moon, but that we build the technology that will allow us stay there permanently.' 'And then go on to Mars.'

India's 10 Costliest Weddings

India's 10 Costliest Weddings

Rediff.com12 Jul 2024

The estimated costs of these weddings start from Rs 100 crore and go up to Rs 700 crore.

Nelson Mandela no longer a 'terrorist' in US

Nelson Mandela no longer a 'terrorist' in US

Rediff.com8 May 2008

The United States House of Representatives on Thursday unanimously passed a legislation to erase the government-imposed stigma against membership in the African National Congress of South Africa, the party of Nobel Laureate and former South African President Nelson Mandela. The bill, authored by Congressman and California Democrat Howard Berman would remove any notation that would characterise the ANC and its leaders, as terrorists.

H-1B visa reform bill introduced in US Senate

H-1B visa reform bill introduced in US Senate

Rediff.com11 Nov 2015

H-1B visa reform bill introduced in US Senate

2022 was the 5th warmest year on record, says NASA

2022 was the 5th warmest year on record, says NASA

Rediff.com17 Jan 2023

"This warming trend is alarming," said NASA Administrator Bill Nelson.

EPL PIX: Liverpool stay atop table; City down Fulham

EPL PIX: Liverpool stay atop table; City down Fulham

Rediff.com5 Oct 2024

IMAGES from the Premier League matches played across England, on Saturday.

US Senators introduce legislation to cut H1B visas by 15,000

US Senators introduce legislation to cut H1B visas by 15,000

Rediff.com9 Dec 2015

US Senators introduce legislation to cut H1B visas by 15,000.

PIX! Arsenal survive massive scare

PIX! Arsenal survive massive scare

Rediff.com5 Mar 2023

Arsenal survived a massive scare as they registered a thrilling Premier League win over Bournemouth to remain on top of the table.

'Proud to be your partner': US hails India on Chandrayaan-3

'Proud to be your partner': US hails India on Chandrayaan-3

Rediff.com24 Aug 2023

Mainstream American newspapers, many of which had been sceptical of India's space mission and sometimes even made fun of it through cartoons, noted the great Indian achievement.

NASA's telescope reveals 1st infrared pic of universe

NASA's telescope reveals 1st infrared pic of universe

Rediff.com12 Jul 2022

Thousands of galaxies -- including the faintest objects ever observed in the infrared -- have appeared in Webb's view for the first time.

Don't Miss Your Date With Rajinikanth

Don't Miss Your Date With Rajinikanth

Rediff.com2 Aug 2023

The big Independence Day holiday weekend always has big releases vying for space, and this year too, there's going to be quite a clash at the box office.

Special UN meet to honour Nelson Mandela on 95th birthday

Special UN meet to honour Nelson Mandela on 95th birthday

Rediff.com16 Jul 2013

A special meeting of the United Nations General Assembly will mark Nelson Mandela International Day on July 18, honouring the South African anti-apartheid leader's contributions to democracy, racial justice and reconciliation.

Sorry for not doing enough: Zuckerberg's testimony to Congress

Sorry for not doing enough: Zuckerberg's testimony to Congress

Rediff.com10 Apr 2018

The Facebook chief said his top priority has always been his social mission of connecting people, building community and bringing the world closer together.

EPL PIX: Arsenal upset Liverpool; Man United win

EPL PIX: Arsenal upset Liverpool; Man United win

Rediff.com5 Feb 2024

Manchester United climb into sixth place with 3-0 West Ham win

Debris of China's disintegrating rocket falls into Indian Ocean

Debris of China's disintegrating rocket falls into Indian Ocean

Rediff.com9 May 2021

The debris from China's disintegrating Long March rocket entered the Earth's atmosphere on Sunday and reportedly fell into the Indian Ocean area close to the Maldives, the country's space agency said, ending an anxious week as people and the governments wondered where and when the space junk would fall.

From nail and skin, how Akali Dal and BJP turned tooth and nail

From nail and skin, how Akali Dal and BJP turned tooth and nail

Rediff.com26 Apr 2023

It was not that differences did not crop up over other issues between the two erstwhile allies, but Parkash Singh Badal always ensured that these were amicably resolved and the ties remained intact.

Ela Bhatt, whose SEWA empowered unorganised women workers, passes away

Ela Bhatt, whose SEWA empowered unorganised women workers, passes away

Rediff.com2 Nov 2022

Renowned women's rights activist and founder of the Self Employed Women's Association (SEWA) Ela Bhatt passed away in Ahmedabad on Wednesday due to age-related ailments, her associates said.

Oscars 2023: Naatu Naatu, Elephant Whisperers Win!

Oscars 2023: Naatu Naatu, Elephant Whisperers Win!

Rediff.com13 Mar 2023

A quick look at the winners of the 95th Annual Academy Awards.

EPL PIX: Arsenal open up seven-point lead as Man City, Newcastle held

EPL PIX: Arsenal open up seven-point lead as Man City, Newcastle held

Rediff.com1 Jan 2023

IMAGES from the English Premier League matches played on Saturday.

PIX: 10-man Manchester City go top after last-gasp win

PIX: 10-man Manchester City go top after last-gasp win

Rediff.com6 Nov 2022

A round-up of Saturday's action in the Premier League.

Matlala, champion who counted Mandela among fans, dies

Matlala, champion who counted Mandela among fans, dies

Rediff.com7 Dec 2013

South African boxer Jacob 'Baby Jake' Matlala, the shortest world champion whose fortunes were closely followed by Nelson Mandela, died on Saturday at the age of 51, local media reported.

Pele, Eto'o fete Mandela @ 89

Pele, Eto'o fete Mandela @ 89

Rediff.com18 Jul 2007

They would take part in a special match between a World X1 and African X1 in Cape Town, the proceeds of which will go to charity.

Irma devastates Caribbean islands, Florida braces for 'most powerful storm'

Irma devastates Caribbean islands, Florida braces for 'most powerful storm'

Rediff.com7 Sep 2017

Three deaths have been reported and there are fears of more fatalities.

Santner helps NZ level series despite Jordan brilliance

Santner helps NZ level series despite Jordan brilliance

Rediff.com3 Nov 2019

Chris Jordan's all-around brilliance could not prevent New Zealand from securing a series-levelling 21-run victory over England in the second Twenty20 International of the five-match series on Sunday.

Indian customers to benefit from global reinsurers

Indian customers to benefit from global reinsurers

Rediff.com24 Mar 2015

Foreign reinsurance companies are now allowed to do business in India.

6 most admired business leaders

6 most admired business leaders

Rediff.com28 Oct 2015

Elon Musk is one of the world's most successful entrepreneurs.

Will the Congress' final push for Telangana pay off?

Will the Congress' final push for Telangana pay off?

Rediff.com12 Feb 2014

After having gone out on a limb over the creation of Telangana, the UPA government is expected to go for the kill and do whatever it takes to pass the bill in Lok Sabha. But the question remains whether the Congress would really be able to push the bill in the noise and confusion. Renu Mittal reports.

Stephen Hawking: A life in pictures

Stephen Hawking: A life in pictures

Rediff.com14 Mar 2018

Known as one of the most brilliant theoretical physicists since Albert Einstein, here are a few glimpses of Stephen Hawking's life.

Magna Carta inspired Gandhi for liberty of land, says UK PM Cameron

Magna Carta inspired Gandhi for liberty of land, says UK PM Cameron

Rediff.com15 Jun 2015

The Magna Carta inspired legends like Mahatma Gandhi and Nelson Mandela for liberty to their lands and people, Prime Minister David Cameron said.

Nations League: England stun Belgium; France-Portugal in goalless draw

Nations League: England stun Belgium; France-Portugal in goalless draw

Rediff.com12 Oct 2020

Marcus Rashford's penalty and a deflected strike from Mason Mount helped England come from a goal down to overcome top-ranked Belgium 2-1 at Wembley on Sunday and climb above them in their UEFA Nations League group.

Blatter prankster charged by police after FIFA complaint

Blatter prankster charged by police after FIFA complaint

Rediff.com22 Jul 2015

The British comedian who showered FIFA president Sepp Blatter with fake dollar bills has been charged by Swiss police after being arrested and interrogated, a police spokesman said on Tuesday.

Prankster ruins May's major speech in UK

Prankster ruins May's major speech in UK

Rediff.com4 Oct 2017

He was arrested by Swiss authorities for trespassing at the event in July 2015 but later released.

After Llyod's, many reinsurers keen to start ops in India

After Llyod's, many reinsurers keen to start ops in India

Rediff.com17 Mar 2015

After Llyod's, many reinsurers keen to start ops in India.