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How's the josh, Vicky Kaushal?

How's the josh, Vicky Kaushal?

Rediff.com17 Feb 2020

Displaying his runway skills, Vicky Kaushal rocked designer Kunal Rawal's LFW show.

Making Ananya, Madhuri, Malaika look BEAUTIFUL

Making Ananya, Madhuri, Malaika look BEAUTIFUL

Rediff.com8 Feb 2021

The HOTTEST looks from designer Arpita Mehta's coffee table book The Mirror.

No record of farmers' death during protests: Govt to Parliament

No record of farmers' death during protests: Govt to Parliament

Rediff.com1 Dec 2021

Congress leader Manish Tewari demanded that the government should provide Rs 5 crore compensation to the families of the farmers who died during the farm laws agitation

World Cup: Andersson leads Swedes back to promised World Cup land

World Cup: Andersson leads Swedes back to promised World Cup land

Rediff.com2 Jul 2018

The Swedes, who came second as hosts in 1958 and third in 1994, missed the 2010 and 2014 tournaments and while they qualified for Euro 2012 and 2016, they limped out at the group stage on both occasions.

World Cup: Hazard warning fires hungry Lukaku up for glory

World Cup: Hazard warning fires hungry Lukaku up for glory

Rediff.com20 Jun 2018

The Chelsea playmaker gave Lukaku a piece of his mind in Sochi on Monday after Belgium had huffed and puffed but failed to blow Panama's modest defensive fortress down before the interval.

After taming Messi, Iceland targeting Nigeria

After taming Messi, Iceland targeting Nigeria

Rediff.com17 Jun 2018

Iceland's dream World Cup debut may have gotten them a point against two-time champions Argentina, but Aron Gunnarsson and his team mates are already putting that result behind them as they move on to the challenge of Nigeria.

Sharapova's great fall: From most followed athlete to two-year doping ban

Sharapova's great fall: From most followed athlete to two-year doping ban

Rediff.com8 Jun 2016

Factbox on Russia's Maria Sharapova who was banned until January 2018 on Wednesday after testing positive for the banned drug meldonium at this year's Australian Open.

IOC chief says seven-year rule not set in stone

IOC chief says seven-year rule not set in stone

Rediff.com3 Feb 2014

An International Olympic Committee rule that forces a sport to wait seven years before it can potentially become part of the Games programme is "more or less obsolete," IOC President Thomas Bach said on Monday.

Hamilton supports protesters who tore down slave trader's statue

Hamilton supports protesters who tore down slave trader's statue

Rediff.com8 Jun 2020

Lewis Hamilton has actively supported the Black Lives Matter movement, calling out his own sport's initial silence over the killing of Floyd, who died after a white US police officer knelt on his neck last month.

6 Things you need to know about Maria Sharapova

6 Things you need to know about Maria Sharapova

Rediff.com8 Mar 2016

Take a look at the profile of Maria Sharapova who told a news conference on Monday she failed a drugs test.

Ex-NSG chief who led 26/11 counter-terror op dies of Covid

Ex-NSG chief who led 26/11 counter-terror op dies of Covid

Rediff.com19 May 2021

Dutt, along with about 200 'black cats' commandos, had boarded an IL-76 aircraft of the Aviation Research Centre (ARC) to fly the first batch of the counter-terrorist strike force to Mumbai soon after the western metropolis reported multiple shootouts and public killings in the night of November 26, 2008.

'I thought I would die in Sri Lankan jail'

'I thought I would die in Sri Lankan jail'

Rediff.com21 Feb 2022

'Jail was very crowded, we were 56 people crammed together. All 56 of us had to use only one toilet'

And Indrani snorted in laughter...

And Indrani snorted in laughter...

Rediff.com20 Nov 2022

When a trial for a murder is going on -- with no end in sight -- more than ten years after the crime took place, it will not feel like the murder happened yesterday.

Wow! Can't take eyes off Janhvi's dreamy gown

Wow! Can't take eyes off Janhvi's dreamy gown

Rediff.com12 Feb 2020

As many as 31 designers showcased their special collections as Lakme Fashion Week celebrates 20 years.

Winter Recipe: Pumpkin Lemongrass Soup

Winter Recipe: Pumpkin Lemongrass Soup

Rediff.com13 Dec 2021

Cosy up with a warm bowl of pumpkin soup as you enjoy Christmas carols or the winter chill.

Bear hugs, boat ride as Modi meets Putin for first informal summit

Bear hugs, boat ride as Modi meets Putin for first informal summit

Rediff.com22 May 2018

Modi said India and Russia have been friends for a long time and thanked Putin for inviting him for the first-ever informal meeting at Sochi.

Russian Grand Prix could become night race

Russian Grand Prix could become night race

Rediff.com23 Aug 2015

The Russian Grand Prix could become a night race as early as 2017, according to Formula One supremo Bernie Ecclestone and organisers.

'You are aware Sheena is alive'

'You are aware Sheena is alive'

Rediff.com29 Nov 2022

I don't think Rahul Mukerjea once referred to Sheena as killed or murdered and always referred to it as her disappearance. It felt like he still used the word 'disappear' because killed had a finality to it that he didn't want to face.

Ukraine Paralympic chief says will quit Games if Russia invades

Ukraine Paralympic chief says will quit Games if Russia invades

Rediff.com7 Mar 2014

Ukraine's Paralympic chief said on Friday his team would quit the Winter Paralympic Games if Russia invaded his home country, adding that he hoped the competition would be able to spread peace instead.

Russia 2018 FIFA World Cup: 12 venues, 11 cities

Russia 2018 FIFA World Cup: 12 venues, 11 cities

Rediff.com30 Nov 2017

Russia will host the 2018 World Cup finals in 12 venues spread across 11 cities.

Whenever Aurangzeb attacks, Shivaji rises: Modi in Varanasi

Whenever Aurangzeb attacks, Shivaji rises: Modi in Varanasi

Rediff.com13 Dec 2021

Modi lauded the civilisational heritage of Varanasi, and said many sultanates rose and collapsed but Benaras remained.

Shiva Keshavan makes his fifth Olympics, qualifies for Sochi Games

Shiva Keshavan makes his fifth Olympics, qualifies for Sochi Games

Rediff.com19 Jan 2014

India's sole luge athlete, Shiva Keshavan has qualified for the Winter Olympics to be held in the Russian Black Sea resort city of Sochi from February 7 to 23.

Russian Grand Prix: Bottas pips Hamilton to pole in Russia

Russian Grand Prix: Bottas pips Hamilton to pole in Russia

Rediff.com29 Sep 2018

Finland's Valtteri Bottas took pole position for the Russian Grand Prix on Saturday with Mercedes team mate and Formula One leader Lewis Hamilton having to settle for second place on the starting grid.

REWIND: Stunning PHOTOS of the week that was

REWIND: Stunning PHOTOS of the week that was

Rediff.com14 Dec 2015

Here's a glimpse of all that happened around the world last week, in 10 images.

Modric dreaming of Croatia's fairytale finish in Russia

Modric dreaming of Croatia's fairytale finish in Russia

Rediff.com6 Jul 2018

"Since 2008 we have never gone beyond this first knockout game and it was very important for us to get that monkey off our back," Modric said.

Beware China's ability to strike beyond the battlefield

Beware China's ability to strike beyond the battlefield

Rediff.com8 Apr 2021

Future conflict will involve bypassing of frontiers to strike at critical vulnerabilities directly and in the hinterland at the appropriate time, explains Lieutenant General Anil Chait (retd), who served as chief of the Integrated Defence Staff and Central Army Commander.

6 Indian sailors killed, 6 missing in Kerch strait ship accident

6 Indian sailors killed, 6 missing in Kerch strait ship accident

Rediff.com23 Jan 2019

Russian authorities on Wednesday resumed search operation for 10 missing sailors, including four Indians.

Brooklyn subway shooting suspect arrested

Brooklyn subway shooting suspect arrested

Rediff.com14 Apr 2022

Ten people -- seven males, three females -- were injured by gunfire and an additional 13 were either injured as they rushed to get out of the train station or they suffered smoke inhalation.

Pix: Neymar's girl wore the riskiest gown to Venice

Pix: Neymar's girl wore the riskiest gown to Venice

Rediff.com3 Sep 2018

Don't miss the gorgeous, daring looks from the red carpet.

Why Alia, Priyanka, Katrina LOVE her!

Why Alia, Priyanka, Katrina LOVE her!

Rediff.com28 Mar 2022

Pret designers Alpana Mittal and Neeraj Chauhan's outfits have been worn by Tyra Banks, the late Sridevi and Sofia Reyes.

PIX: Miller's final-over heroics power South Africa to victory

PIX: Miller's final-over heroics power South Africa to victory

Rediff.com30 Oct 2021

David Miller's late cameo saw South Africa stage a late comeback to outclass Sri Lanka by four wickets in the Super 12 match at the T20 World Cup at the Sharjah Cricket Stadium on Saturday.

NYPD says person of interest in Brooklyn subway shooting is now a suspect

NYPD says person of interest in Brooklyn subway shooting is now a suspect

Rediff.com13 Apr 2022

A 62-year old Black male, initially identified as a 'Person of Interest' by the New York Police Department in the Brooklyn subway shooting, has now been named suspect in the attack that left 23 people injured, including 10 who were hit when he fired at least 33 shots with a nine mm handgun.

SAG Awards: Emma Stone, Denzel Washington win

SAG Awards: Emma Stone, Denzel Washington win

Rediff.com31 Jan 2017

The award function was held at the Shrine Auditorium in Los Angeles.

Recipe: Cheese Quesadillas with Pico de Gallo and Salsa

Recipe: Cheese Quesadillas with Pico de Gallo and Salsa

Rediff.com19 Feb 2021

Are you a fan of Mexican food? Then this recipe is meant for you.

Crucial fertiliser shortage may pinch farmers

Crucial fertiliser shortage may pinch farmers

Rediff.com9 Nov 2021

Enthused by rising potato prices after a prolonged slump, Pradeep Sharma was planning to sow the crop on his 15-acre farm near Agra slightly earlier than usual. The delayed departure of the southwest monsoon also prompted his decision, since the good soil moisture would have saved at least one initial irrigation. But the acute shortage of diammonium phosphate (DAP), a crucial nutrient ahead of the sowing season for potatoes, nipped those hopes in the bud. DAP is the second-most used fertiliser in the country after urea.

The best photos from the World Nature Photography Awards

The best photos from the World Nature Photography Awards

Rediff.com12 Mar 2021

The World Nature Photography Awards announced the winners of their 2020 competition, showcasing an array of talented photographers from around the world. The grand prize winner award went to Thomas Vijayan for his image of the endangered Bornean orangutan. Vijayan spent hours up a tree, waiting to see if one of the local orangutans would use it to cross over to a nearby island. Take a look at some of the jaw-dropping images.

Winners of World Press Photo of the Year are truly incredible

Winners of World Press Photo of the Year are truly incredible

Rediff.com21 Apr 2021

A photo symbolising "love and compassion" of an 85-year-old Brazilian woman getting her first embrace in five months from a nurse through a transparent "hug curtain" has been named the World Press Photo of the Year. This year, according to organisers, 74,470 images were submitted for judging, made by 4,315 photographers from 130 different countries. World Press Photo has been kind enough to allow to share some of this year's winning photos here with you.

Somali women's basketball team defy prejudice, hostility

Somali women's basketball team defy prejudice, hostility

Rediff.com2 Oct 2020

The women receive no funding. When they play matches, the trainers pool money to buy a cheap cup as a prize. But they love what they do, and dream of starting teams all over Somalia.

Respect Ukraine's territorial integrity: Merkel tells Putin

Respect Ukraine's territorial integrity: Merkel tells Putin

Rediff.com3 Mar 2014

As the threat of a showdown between Russia and the West over Ukraine loomed large, German Chancellor Angela Merkel has deplored Moscow's military build up on the Crimean peninsula and called on President Vladimir Putin to respect the country's territorial integrity.

Sexy at 50! Jennifer Aniston bares curves

Sexy at 50! Jennifer Aniston bares curves

Rediff.com11 May 2019

The actor, who turned 50, reveals that she will never give up on love.