News for 'Courtesy Padma'

Padma Lakshmi's struggle with skin colour is real

Padma Lakshmi's struggle with skin colour is real

Rediff.com2 May 2018

The model turned author has never shied away from talking about her daily struggles.

Football great IM Vijayan recommended for Padma Shri

Football great IM Vijayan recommended for Padma Shri

Rediff.com17 Jun 2020

Hockey coach Ramesh Parameswaran applies for Dronacharya Award

'There is an Olympic Games in 7 months, but no one is serious'

'There is an Olympic Games in 7 months, but no one is serious'

Rediff.com30 Dec 2023

Even the election of a new Wrestling Federation of India (WFI) committee could not restore normalcy as the Sports Ministry suspended the Sanjay Singh-led panel citing the violation of its own constitution in announcing the national U-15 and U-20 Championships.

Why Anju Bobby George is envious of today's athletes?

Why Anju Bobby George is envious of today's athletes?

Rediff.com26 Dec 2023

I envy today's athletes because I was in wrong era: Anju Bobby George

Why I Returned My Padma Shri

Why I Returned My Padma Shri

Rediff.com7 Feb 2019

'The north east people are complaining, but the BJP is not listening to our voice.'

These celebs love to dress like their kids

These celebs love to dress like their kids

Rediff.com2 Nov 2016

From Padmalakhsmi to Lara Dutta, these celebrity moms have been colour coordinating their outfits with their kids.

Mary Kom sets the record straight: 'I haven't retired'

Mary Kom sets the record straight: 'I haven't retired'

Rediff.com25 Jan 2024

I have not announced retirement: Mary Kom

'People think dancing around trees is easy. It's not'

'People think dancing around trees is easy. It's not'

Rediff.com27 Jan 2023

'The past one year has been a whirlwind for me. Professionally, it couldn't get any better.' 'Sadly, it was also the year I lost my father.'

Meet The Baharla Ha Madhumas Girl

Meet The Baharla Ha Madhumas Girl

Rediff.com12 Jun 2023

Baharla Ha Madhumas has made Sana Shinde a star, and Namrata Thakker takes a closer look at her.

In Pics: How your favourite models vacation

In Pics: How your favourite models vacation

Rediff.com7 Jun 2017

It's all the vacation inspiration you'll ever need.

In The Times Of Usha Mehta And Savarkar

In The Times Of Usha Mehta And Savarkar

Rediff.com22 Mar 2024

As Ae Watan Mere Watan and Swatantra Veer Savarkar release this week, Utkarsh Mishra takes us down history and reminds us about India's freedom struggle.

Kim vs Padma Lakshmi: Who's the hottest March covergirl?

Kim vs Padma Lakshmi: Who's the hottest March covergirl?

Rediff.com15 Mar 2018

Is Kim's daring debut any match for Padmalakshmi or Vaani Kapoor?

'He was a beacon of Indian music'

'He was a beacon of Indian music'

Rediff.com26 Feb 2024

Renowned ghazal singer Pankaj Udhas, whose velvet smooth voice gave expression to the many colours of love, longing and heartache in songs such as Chitthi Ayee Hai and Aur Ahista Kijiye Baatein, died in Mumbai on Monday, February 26, 2024, after a prolonged illness.

'US Can't Take Indians As Guinea Pigs'

'US Can't Take Indians As Guinea Pigs'

Rediff.com20 May 2024

'Why should we disclose classified information to satisfy those who doubt our Hydrogen Bomb capability?'

President Murmu confers Bharat Ratna on BJP veteran LK Advani

President Murmu confers Bharat Ratna on BJP veteran LK Advani

Rediff.com31 Mar 2024

The ceremony was attended by Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar, Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, Home Minister Amit Shah and the family members of Advani, the Rashtrapati Bhavan said in a post on X.

'The Songs Have Already Become A Craze'

'The Songs Have Already Become A Craze'

Rediff.com7 May 2024

'When it was confirmed that I would do the song, Manishaji walked up to me and asked, "Please Vijayshree, tell me how are you planning to do the song. Give me a rough idea so that I am mentally prepared".'

In pics: How girls have fun on Christmas

In pics: How girls have fun on Christmas

Rediff.com25 Dec 2016

Look how these models are spreading the festive cheer.

Bollywood's 'thousand salutes to all'

Bollywood's 'thousand salutes to all'

Rediff.com27 Jan 2023

How Bollywood stars celebrated Republic Day.

10 beauties who'll give you beach goals

10 beauties who'll give you beach goals

Rediff.com21 Apr 2016

This is what we want to do all summer long, what about you?

Padma Iyer wants a suitable boy for her son

Padma Iyer wants a suitable boy for her son

Rediff.com22 Jun 2015

How a mother's search for a suitable boy gained global coverage.

Dhirubhai Ambani, Dilip Shanghvi chosen for Padma awards

Dhirubhai Ambani, Dilip Shanghvi chosen for Padma awards

Rediff.com25 Jan 2016

Dhirubhai Ambani lived in a one-room chawl in Mumbai with his wife and children and went on to establish the Reliance Group.

'I proudly say I am a transgender lawyer'

'I proudly say I am a transgender lawyer'

Rediff.com12 Jun 2023

'My parents were there to see me enrol as a lawyer. From afar itself, I could see tears in their eyes.' 'Three days after, I appeared in court for my first case, and my father was there to see me. He had tears in his eyes.' 'And even before I completed two months as an advocate, I won a case!'

'Chitthi Aayi Hai captures yearning of the human heart'

'Chitthi Aayi Hai captures yearning of the human heart'

Rediff.com27 Feb 2024

'Shooting with Pankaj was a delightful experience because he was a charming, easy and effortless singer.'

How to cheat on a diet

How to cheat on a diet

Rediff.com9 Dec 2018

Changing the work 'cheat' with 'treat' can make all the difference.

Hospitality icon PRS 'Biki' Oberoi passes away at 94

Hospitality icon PRS 'Biki' Oberoi passes away at 94

Rediff.com14 Nov 2023

Prithvi Raj Singh Oberoi, the 94-year-old veteran corporate hotelier who redefined India's hospitality industry, passed away on Tuesday. The Chairman Emeritus of The Oberoi Group, popularly known as 'Biki', built a sprawling chain comprising 32 hotels during his lifetime. EIH owns the eponymous Oberoi and Trident hotel chains.

'We gave her the same respect we gave our real mothers'

'We gave her the same respect we gave our real mothers'

Rediff.com5 Jun 2023

'Sulochanaji was indeed a mother-figure to both the Hindi and Marathi film industry.'

We've identified chinks in our armour: Lakra ahead of FIH Junior World Cup

We've identified chinks in our armour: Lakra ahead of FIH Junior World Cup

Rediff.com24 Nov 2023

Amandeep Lakra, the spirited defender of the Indian Junior Men's Hockey Team, is elated about making the cut to represent the nation at the upcoming FIH Hockey Men's Junior World Cup in Malaysia next month.

5 INSPIRING lessons from Kamala Harris

5 INSPIRING lessons from Kamala Harris

Rediff.com10 Nov 2020

Musings on love, life and everything in between.

Telugu Superstar Krishna Passes Away

Telugu Superstar Krishna Passes Away

Rediff.com15 Nov 2022

Mahesh Babu's father Krishna passed away in hospital where he was undergoing treatment following a cardiac arrest in the early hours of November 15.

Jhulan's heartfelt tribute to Diana Edulji Revealed

Jhulan's heartfelt tribute to Diana Edulji Revealed

Rediff.com13 Nov 2023

In a touching letter, Jhulan Goswami expresses deep gratitude to Diana Edulji, set to be inducted into the ICC Hall of Fame.

Does Huma Look Like Tarla Dalal? VOTE!

Does Huma Look Like Tarla Dalal? VOTE!

Rediff.com24 Apr 2022

Huma Qureshi is all set to play food writer and chef Tarla Dalal in a biopic called Tarla.

Padma Lakshmi has a message for Trump. Who's listening?

Padma Lakshmi has a message for Trump. Who's listening?

Rediff.com17 Jun 2018

The Top Chef star wrote a lengthy post about her childhood and her family's journey to the United States.

'I think I am a natural ajji'

'I think I am a natural ajji'

Rediff.com17 Feb 2023

'Children are curious by nature, so I thought of writing these books, which provide creative but convincing explanations and also teach values like sharing is caring,' Sudha Murty tells Chintan Girish Modi.

'Sam Loved Chhole Bature'

'Sam Loved Chhole Bature'

Rediff.com28 Nov 2023

'I am grateful that this film has happened, it makes me so proud of the country and of the Indian Army.' Brandy Batliwala, Field Marshal Sam Manekshaw's eldest grandchild, on the man behind the hero.

People listen to me, talk to me because of hockey: Rani Rampal

People listen to me, talk to me because of hockey: Rani Rampal

Rediff.com20 Aug 2023

Her days of scorching the astro-turf might be over but legendary former India captain Rani Rampal has absolutely "no regrets" as she believes in making most of whatever opportunities that come her way.

Style Diaries: Kim is a hot mess in sheer!

Style Diaries: Kim is a hot mess in sheer!

Rediff.com23 Sep 2016

Our weekly take on the good, bad and ugly looks of the week. Take a look to check who fared well and who didn't.

Sambar and Paneer Tikka for Kamala

Sambar and Paneer Tikka for Kamala

Rediff.com25 Jan 2021

'So South Indian, it would be idli with... a really good sambar, and then north Indian -- probably any kind of tikka.' Hmm. You can take a girl out her mom's country, but you can't take the country out of the girl!'

'Since I opted for Indian citizenship, Pakistanis aren't happy'

'Since I opted for Indian citizenship, Pakistanis aren't happy'

Rediff.com13 Nov 2021

'I feel the more I'm trolled by Pakistanis, the more I am on the right path.' 'I must be doing something right for them to be so angry.'

'People are still dying and the wounds run deep'

'People are still dying and the wounds run deep'

Rediff.com2 Aug 2023

'You can still hear gunshots, and this time even children know they are not normal.'

Dhak Dhak Skirts In 2023!

Dhak Dhak Skirts In 2023!

Rediff.com30 Jan 2023

The twisted variety of the skirt looks like a glamourised version of a lungi; soft, luxurious satin and malmal fabric draped around the waist in cascading pleats.