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Nithya Menen's Love For Saris

Nithya Menen's Love For Saris

Rediff.com7 Nov 2022

Her cotton, chiffon and Chanderi saris score high on comfort and drape like a dream.

Why are you saying this will be Kohli, Rohit's last, asks Muralitharan

Why are you saying this will be Kohli, Rohit's last, asks Muralitharan

Rediff.com6 Sep 2023

The legendary Muttiah Muralitharan opened up on the Indian team ahead of this year's ODI World Cup.

Be ready to deal with new, emerging threats: Modi to armed forces

Be ready to deal with new, emerging threats: Modi to armed forces

Rediff.com1 Apr 2023

The prime minister was briefed by Chief of Defence Staff Gen Anil Chauhan about the various discussions conducted at this year's Combined Commanders' conference.

'Wish a female-led film was championed more'

'Wish a female-led film was championed more'

Rediff.com5 Sep 2023

'It is definitely disheartening when (Ghoomer) doesn't reach a larger audience, especially when whoever's watched it has come out saying that "It is one of the best things we've seen in a decade" or that "It moved us, and we cried and laughed".'

'US trying to temper expectations of India'

'US trying to temper expectations of India'

Rediff.com29 Jun 2023

'Having India as a credible deterrent vis-a-vis Chinese ambitions in the Indian Ocean and South Asian region is a desirable short-term outcome.'

Mrunal Will Cast A Spell On You!

Mrunal Will Cast A Spell On You!

Rediff.com17 Aug 2022

Mrunal Thakur will make you fall in love with her wardrobe.

'Bhupiji was a sweet, lovable person'

'Bhupiji was a sweet, lovable person'

Rediff.com22 Jul 2022

'A great musician, he had a unique voice.'

Hina Gives The Sari A Modern Twist

Hina Gives The Sari A Modern Twist

Rediff.com16 May 2022

The actress 'threw some glitter and sass on the streets of London' with a Tarun Tahiliani ensemble.

India probably first nation to get MQ9B Reaper drones from US

India probably first nation to get MQ9B Reaper drones from US

Rediff.com23 Jun 2023

Another major announcement that came was an MoU signed between GE and Hindustan Aeronautics Limited to jointly produce fighter jet engines for the Indian Air Force.

A Rainy Day Check-List for Chennaiites

A Rainy Day Check-List for Chennaiites

Rediff.com18 Dec 2023

If only you had thought ahead, you would have stocked snacks and biscuits, bread and cake, and vegetables suited for Amma or pondatti to make your favourite bajji and pakoda, observes N Sathiya Moorthy.

SHOCKING! 2,374 IAF Crashes. 1,305 Pilots Killed

SHOCKING! 2,374 IAF Crashes. 1,305 Pilots Killed

Rediff.com12 Sep 2023

During these seven decades, the IAF has lost 2,374 aircraft to crashes. They include 1,126 fighters and 1,248 non-combat aircraft. In addition, 229 trainers and 196 helicopters have crashed. These crashes have resulted in the deaths of 1,305 skilled pilots, note Ajai Shukla and Devesh Kapur.

Should RRR Go To The Oscars?

Should RRR Go To The Oscars?

Rediff.com19 Aug 2022

RRR? Darlings? Or some other film?

'There's lot of pressure on Sharad Pawar from...'

'There's lot of pressure on Sharad Pawar from...'

Rediff.com5 May 2023

'Perhaps, he must have thought that it was time to pass on the baton to the younger generation.'

The Curious Case Of The Conspirative Mic

The Curious Case Of The Conspirative Mic

Rediff.com8 Aug 2023

If a 15 seconds-long mic problem merits a case being registered, then the police risk an avalanche of complaints of similar and greater gravity, seeking their intervention, notes Shyam G Menon.

Will Thalapathy Vijay Take A Plunge Into Politics?

Will Thalapathy Vijay Take A Plunge Into Politics?

Rediff.com7 Nov 2023

At the Leo fete, Vijay had this also to tell his fans: 'I know you all are in my heart. But today, I also know that I am also in the hearts of all of you...' A typical politician's line, did you say, asks N Sathiya Moorthy.

Our expectation from Pakistanis never very high: Jaishankar on Bilawal

Our expectation from Pakistanis never very high: Jaishankar on Bilawal

Rediff.com19 Dec 2022

Jaishankar said: "Our expectation levels with the Pakistanis are never very high."

Russia backs 'worthy candidate' India for permanent membership in UNSC

Russia backs 'worthy candidate' India for permanent membership in UNSC

Rediff.com25 Sep 2022

Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov said Moscow sees the prospect of making the Security Council more democratic, exclusively, through broadening the representation of countries from Africa, Asia and Latin America.

Where Does Sachin Stand Among The Great Batters?

Where Does Sachin Stand Among The Great Batters?

Rediff.com3 May 2023

Tendulkar's sterling performances, his fascinating duels for supremacy with contemporaries -- Brian Lara, Ricky Ponting, Inzamam-ul Haq, Jacques Kallis among batsmen; Shane Warne, Muttiah Muralitharan, Wasim Akram among bowlers -- embellished modern cricket and globalised the game, asserts Ayaz Memon who has observed the cricketing colossus from the day he made his Test debut in November 1989.

What Googly Will Modi Bowl in 2024?

What Googly Will Modi Bowl in 2024?

Rediff.com6 Apr 2023

It is not unlikely that ahead of the Lok Sabha elections, the BJP government comes up with more imaginative schemes aimed at constituency-building. The party under Modi's leadership has a more modern thinking in such matters unlike its rivals, which are still steeped only in ideology, points out N Sathiya Moorthy.

Onus for peace is on Pakistan, Modi tells Japanese publication

Onus for peace is on Pakistan, Modi tells Japanese publication

Rediff.com19 May 2023

On Pakistan, the publication quoted him as saying that India wants "normal and neighborly relations."

New bills propose death for mob lynching, rape of minor, sedition V2.0

New bills propose death for mob lynching, rape of minor, sedition V2.0

Rediff.com11 Aug 2023

Anyone endangering sovereignty or integrity of India may get a maximum punishment of life imprisonment while those involved in mob lynching and rape of minor may be given the maximum punishment of death sentence.

Uddhav Thackeray announces alliance with Prakash Ambedkar's party

Uddhav Thackeray announces alliance with Prakash Ambedkar's party

Rediff.com23 Jan 2023

The Shiv Sena-Uddhav Bal Thackeray and Prakash Ambedkar's Vanchit Bahujan Aghadi on Monday announced an alliance, coinciding with the birth anniversary of Shiv Sena founder late Bal Thackeray.

'I was very jealous of Varun Dhawan'

'I was very jealous of Varun Dhawan'

Rediff.com12 Sep 2023

'I'm not jealous anymore. But sometimes I am, when I'm not part of that project.'

SEE: Manish Malhotra outfits You'd LOVE To Wear

SEE: Manish Malhotra outfits You'd LOVE To Wear

Rediff.com30 Jul 2022

The 10th edition of Mijwan Couture Show was all about extravagant red-carpet looks.

Janhvi, Alia, Kriti Are Crazy About This

Janhvi, Alia, Kriti Are Crazy About This

Rediff.com1 Jun 2023

Pearls for summer? Of course, say celebs.

Lawson holds Australia skipper Cummins accountable

Lawson holds Australia skipper Cummins accountable

Rediff.com22 Feb 2023

As Australia fell to two straight losses against hosts India in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy, Geoff Lawson held skipper Pat Cummins accountable.

Marvelous Ms Malaika

Marvelous Ms Malaika

Rediff.com6 Apr 2022

Malaika Arora's lehenga is a minimalist bride's dream.

10 OTT Shows That Make Us Nostalgic

10 OTT Shows That Make Us Nostalgic

Rediff.com22 Aug 2023

Many films and shows go back in time to bring alive so many fading and forgotten memories.

Modiji, Is India Ready For UCC?

Modiji, Is India Ready For UCC?

Rediff.com9 Oct 2023

Introducing UCC is a challenging task for any government. The complexities are real and difficult to negotiate as it deals with sensitive religious and cultural sentiments. How can it strike an easy balance between individual rights and community interests?, asks Ramesh Menon.

Holi Songs You Haven't Heard

Holi Songs You Haven't Heard

Rediff.com7 Mar 2023

Do yourself a favour and let's NOT play Holi to the same handful of Holi songs each year. There's so much more than Holi Ke Din Dil Khil Jaate Hain (Sholay) or Rang Barse (Silsila)!

Mukesh Lived The Songs He Sang

Mukesh Lived The Songs He Sang

Rediff.com22 Jul 2023

'Even after Awaara Hoon and Mera Joota Hai Japani, between 1946 to 1963, there were plenty of upheavals in his career. My parents had moved into two rooms of a chawl, with an attached bathroom, by then, but life was hard, and often there was no food at home.'

The Indian Designer Who Made History At Milan

The Indian Designer Who Made History At Milan

Rediff.com28 Jun 2022

His collection has a strong streetwear influence.

'We even pulled Kapil's leg'

'We even pulled Kapil's leg'

Rediff.com25 Jun 2023

'England were going great guns when Kapil threw the ball to Jimmy and then to me.'

Have A Dev Anand Festival At Home

Have A Dev Anand Festival At Home

Rediff.com26 Sep 2023

Gems you can enjoy from the time he was at his handsome and magnetic best.

Katrina's Eager About Vicky's Govinda

Katrina's Eager About Vicky's Govinda

Rediff.com21 Nov 2022

'She knows how hard the process was for me. I would share with her what all we would shoot.'

Is Samantha Leaving Hyderabad?

Is Samantha Leaving Hyderabad?

Rediff.com28 Apr 2022

For now, Samantha has decided to make Mumbai her home and apparently purchased property.

Athiya Will Make A Phenomenal Bride! Here's The Proof

Athiya Will Make A Phenomenal Bride! Here's The Proof

Rediff.com19 Jan 2023

Ah! How we will love to see Athiya as a bride.

Has Sanatana Dharma Met Its Electoral Match In Caste Census?

Has Sanatana Dharma Met Its Electoral Match In Caste Census?

Rediff.com5 Oct 2023

It is not much of an issue just now, but it could become one if the idea of caste census captures socio-political imagination, going beyond electoral tags and identities, says N Sathiya Moorthy.

Anupama's Cool and Casual Style

Anupama's Cool and Casual Style

Rediff.com9 Sep 2021

The Southside star knows how to rock denims and saris with equal panache.

'We Are Destroying The Constitution'

'We Are Destroying The Constitution'

Rediff.com4 Jul 2023

'We have to make people aware that the Constitution belongs to us.' 'We are the people who decide who will govern on our behalf.'