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Amul's Utterly, Butterly girl is still winning hearts at 50

Amul's Utterly, Butterly girl is still winning hearts at 50

Rediff.com6 Jun 2012

Yes, the girl in a polka dotted dress, with a matching bow in her hair, for whom no subject is taboo, no individual beyond her jibes, whom we know fondly as the Amul Girl, has just completed half a century peering down billboards.

Pop diva Whitney Houston dead

Pop diva Whitney Houston dead

Rediff.com12 Feb 2012

She was 48.

Airtel follows up Kolkata 4G launch with a bang

Airtel follows up Kolkata 4G launch with a bang

Rediff.com13 Apr 2012

Two days after Bharti Airtel announced the launch of its fourth-generation (4G) wireless broadband services in Kolkata, it is tough to miss the mark of the campaign in the city's key locations.

Sanjay Gupta lands into trouble over film promotion

Sanjay Gupta lands into trouble over film promotion

Rediff.com1 Mar 2012

Mumbai police have issued a case of cheating on the filmmakers over his film invite to the media.

Chinese smartphones continue to dominate Indian market

Chinese smartphones continue to dominate Indian market

Rediff.com22 Oct 2020

In spite of being attacked from all corners, a faltering supply chain and negative sentiments soaring high among the local consumers, top Chinese smartphone brands gained market share during the most critical phase - the April-June quarter of this year.

Just who is Nirav Modi?

Just who is Nirav Modi?

Rediff.com16 Feb 2018

No one knows where billionaire Nirav Modi emerged from. What is known is that when he came (back) to India, he cut his teeth in the diamond business under the tutelage of his jeweller uncle. Then he began to build a glittering international brand. Soon even Hollywood stars like Kate Winslet and Dakota Johnson were walking the red carpet showing off Nirav Modi jewels.

PHOTOS: Anna, Rani and India glam up NYC

PHOTOS: Anna, Rani and India glam up NYC

Rediff.com22 Aug 2011

The overflow of energy and enthusiasm from the youth for Anna Hazare and the movement against corruption was the highlight of the India Day Parade in New York City.

'Women can be sexual AND talented': Ariana shuts down Piers Morgan

'Women can be sexual AND talented': Ariana shuts down Piers Morgan

Rediff.com22 Nov 2018

The American singer spoke up in defense of her mum, Ellen DeGeneres, Little Mix and all the women out there.

Airtel: Spend on customer service or brand makeover?

Airtel: Spend on customer service or brand makeover?

Rediff.com8 Dec 2010

Bharti Airtel says the makeover is in tune with the paradigm change the industry is about to witness.

Smartphones are merging digital with real world

Smartphones are merging digital with real world

Rediff.com3 Dec 2010

Called Augmented Reality or AR, it is defined as the overlay of graphics onto a video stream or other real-time display

PIX: Hrithik, Katrina, Farhan tour India

PIX: Hrithik, Katrina, Farhan tour India

Rediff.com8 Jul 2011

Check out these pictures.

Colombo diary: Why the World Cup is a big bore in India

Colombo diary: Why the World Cup is a big bore in India

Rediff.com21 Mar 2011

The first sights that greet a visitor at the Colombo airport are billboards that reach out on cricket's behalf: 'Ayubowan! Welcome to where cricket is a way of life,' 'Welcome to a cricket loving nation,' Come, share our passion for cricket,' Get set to eat, breathe, and live cricket.'

'Picasso of India' MF Husain passes away

'Picasso of India' MF Husain passes away

Rediff.com9 Jun 2011

Maqbool Fida Hussain, who rose from a Bollywood billboard artist to India's most celebrated painter worldwide, died in London on Thursday, away from home on a self-imposed exile.

Irina Shayk: Sexiest bikini covergirl of 2011!

Irina Shayk: Sexiest bikini covergirl of 2011!

Rediff.com15 Feb 2011

Russian supermodel Irina Shayk, girlfriend of soccer ace Cristiano Ronaldo, is this year's Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Edition cover girl. Watch her sizzle in a bikini -- and check out the SI covers of the last decade!

Ashton Kutcher's racy Two And A Half Men poster

Ashton Kutcher's racy Two And A Half Men poster

Rediff.com20 Jul 2011

Get your lowdown on what's goingon in the world of Hollywood, right here!

Are oversized sleeves back in vogue?

Are oversized sleeves back in vogue?

Rediff.com25 Mar 2018

Everyone seems to be a fan of statement sleeves.

New 3D Wonderbra ad 'distraction to drivers'

New 3D Wonderbra ad 'distraction to drivers'

Rediff.com15 Sep 2010

A 3D advertisement by bra company Wonderbra, which features a well-enhanced woman's cleavage, is being considered a road safety hazard, as it can be distracting for drivers.

Princess Di lingerie ad courts controversy

Princess Di lingerie ad courts controversy

Rediff.com2 Sep 2010

A Chinese lingerie company has depicted Princess of Wales, Diana in bra and knickers on her death anniversary.

#WhoWhatWear: The week's celebrity style check

#WhoWhatWear: The week's celebrity style check

Rediff.com27 May 2016

Presenting some of the good, bad and ugly looks of the week.

Visa woes lead Indian Americans to 24-hour fast

Visa woes lead Indian Americans to 24-hour fast

Rediff.com14 Dec 2010

The difficulties to get a visa to India has forced several Indian Americans to go for a 24-hour fast at Houston, Texas ion the United States. It was covered on the front pages of mainstream newspapers, including The Houston Chronicle.

PIX: Pin-up hotties who make us sweat

PIX: Pin-up hotties who make us sweat

Rediff.com23 Nov 2010

Presenting the concluding part of the series on the pin-up stars of today

Hurricane Laura kills 6, causes widespread destruction in US

Hurricane Laura kills 6, causes widespread destruction in US

Rediff.com28 Aug 2020

-- More than 800,000 homes and businesses are without power in Texas and Louisiana as of Thursday morning -- Laura's 150mph winds made it the strongest hurricane to strike the US this year and in Louisiana since 1856

5 things you must know about Ed Sheeran's girlfriend

5 things you must know about Ed Sheeran's girlfriend

Rediff.com23 Jan 2018

The singer got engaged to longtime girlfriend Cherry Seaborn this weekend.

I'm all for freedom of choice, says Kohli following criticism

I'm all for freedom of choice, says Kohli following criticism

Rediff.com8 Nov 2018

'Virat Kohli's statement is a reflection of the bubble that most famous people either slip into or are forced into'

Beware! That flashy ad could be an investment trap

Beware! That flashy ad could be an investment trap

Rediff.com23 Jun 2010

Here's what you must know before buying investment products that companies and agents hardsell.

Despacito, the song that's taking over the world!

Despacito, the song that's taking over the world!

Rediff.com3 Aug 2017

Knowing this song will definitely make you cool!

'I am going to Parliament'

'I am going to Parliament'

Rediff.com20 Apr 2019

'Rahul is also coming there... from Amethi. We will meet there.'

WC Preview: Brazil disappointing, but pressure on Serbia in decisive game

WC Preview: Brazil disappointing, but pressure on Serbia in decisive game

Rediff.com25 Jun 2018

Brazil may have been one of the big disappointments so far at the Russia World Cup, but the pressure is on their opponents Serbia in their final Group E match in Moscow on Wednesday.

VOTE: Is he the sexiest man alive?

VOTE: Is he the sexiest man alive?

Rediff.com16 Nov 2017

Take the poll and let us know.

Green SEZ policy favours solar power

Green SEZ policy favours solar power

Rediff.com18 Dec 2009

The government has proposed that all Special Economic Zones should meet at least 25 per cent of their lighting needs through solar energy, a move that will go a long way in making SEZs green, even as consensus eludes climate change talks in Copenhagen.

Building brands Indian-style

Building brands Indian-style

Rediff.com7 Aug 2009

Consistency in spirit is more important than consistency in symbols.

Imran Khan in US, will meet Trump on Monday

Imran Khan in US, will meet Trump on Monday

Rediff.com21 Jul 2019

Nawaz Sharif was the last Pakistani prime minister to visit the US on an official trip in October 2015.

Thailand: Emergency clamped in Bangkok

Thailand: Emergency clamped in Bangkok

Rediff.com2 Sep 2008

Emergency was clamped in Thailand's capital after political clashes between protesters demanding the resignation of Prime Minister Samak Sundaravej and his supporters. At least one person died in the clashes.

Is Dhoni Aircel's success mantra?

Is Dhoni Aircel's success mantra?

Rediff.com8 May 2009

Aircel is in an expansion overdrive. Can it emerge as a pan-India mobile service company of substance?

VOTE: Does India overreact to Sunny Leone's condom ads?

VOTE: Does India overreact to Sunny Leone's condom ads?

Rediff.com21 Sep 2017

First Goa, now Gujarat!

On this day: David Beckham was born

On this day: David Beckham was born

Rediff.com2 May 2020

David Beckham, one of the so-called "Class of 92", went on to win six Premier League titles under Alex Ferguson at United alongside youth-team buddies Ryan Giggs, Paul Scholes, Nicky Butt, and Gary and Phil Neville. Beckham also won two FA Cups and, memorably, the Champions League in 1999. He topped up his trophy collection with a La Liga winners' medal for Real Madrid and added two MLS Cups during a north American adventure with LA Galaxy.

Universities to step up anti-ragging measures

Universities to step up anti-ragging measures

Rediff.com11 Jun 2008

With the new academic session about to begin, the University Grants Commission (UGC) has asked all universities to take steps against ragging. Read on to learn more.

Meet Hollywood's Bollywood Hero

Meet Hollywood's Bollywood Hero

Rediff.com4 Aug 2009

Chris Kattan hopes his film will win millions of admirers, who will see a different kind of exaggerated reality than the one in Slumdog Millionaire.

Ragging: UGC gets tough, issues guidelines

Ragging: UGC gets tough, issues guidelines

Rediff.com26 May 2008

With the new academic session about to begin, the University Grants Commission (UGC) has asked all universities to take steps against ragging such as specifying the number of cases in the previous sessions and the punishments awarded in the brochures and prospectus.

Virtual reality, the new place to promote

Virtual reality, the new place to promote

Rediff.com20 Oct 2008

ive websites such as 3D website and, SecondLife.com, are gaining popularity offering hassled company executives and CEOs a virtual identity to repackage their products.