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Summer Travel Costs Soar For Indians

Summer Travel Costs Soar For Indians

Rediff.com6 May 2026

Airfares to Southeast Asia have surged 25 to 30 per cent, driven by high demand and limited airline seat capacity.

Ayush Shetty Stuns Top Seed to Reach Badminton Asia Final

Ayush Shetty Stuns Top Seed to Reach Badminton Asia Final

Rediff.com11 Apr 2026

India's Ayush Shetty secured a spot in the Badminton Asia Championships final after defeating top seed Kunlavut Vitidsarn in a thrilling three-game match.

10 Global Curries Loved By Millions

10 Global Curries Loved By Millions

Rediff.com10 Mar 2026

These are the 10 best-rated curries in the world, according to TasteAtlas, a platform known for ranking traditional foods across the globe.

Ayush Shetty Stuns Top Seed to Reach Badminton Asia Championships Final

Ayush Shetty Stuns Top Seed to Reach Badminton Asia Championships Final

Rediff.com11 Apr 2026

India's Ayush Shetty secured a spot in the Badminton Asia Championships final after defeating top seed Kunlavut Vitidsarn in a thrilling three-game match.

If Asha Bhosle Hadn't Become A Singer...

If Asha Bhosle Hadn't Become A Singer...

Rediff.com13 Apr 2026

Asha Bhosle, the legendary playback singer, had a lifelong passion for cooking, which she considered a stress reliever and a way to connect with loved ones.

Indian Shuttler Mannepalli Progresses in Swiss Open

Indian Shuttler Mannepalli Progresses in Swiss Open

Rediff.com12 Mar 2026

Indian badminton player Tharun Mannepalli advanced to the second round of the Swiss Open after his opponent Kenta Nishimoto retired due to injury. Malvika Bansod lost her match against Pornpawee Chochuwong.

Dinesh Khanna Sees Echoes of His 1965 Triumph in Ayush Shetty's Badminton Asia Championship Run

Dinesh Khanna Sees Echoes of His 1965 Triumph in Ayush Shetty's Badminton Asia Championship Run

Rediff.com11 Apr 2026

Former champion Dinesh Khanna sees similarities between his 1965 Badminton Asia Championships win and Ayush Shetty's current run in the tournament.

Butter Chicken, Shahi Paneer Are World's Top Stews

Butter Chicken, Shahi Paneer Are World's Top Stews

Rediff.com23 Feb 2026

TasteAtlas, the online global food guide, has just released its list of top stews. Many Indian dishes make it to this compilation.

Food Tales And A Wedding To Remember

Food Tales And A Wedding To Remember

Rediff.com23 Jan 2026

A Bombay shaadi with singing, dancing, prayers and great food!

Dhamne's Maha Open Journey Ends in Quarterfinals

Dhamne's Maha Open Journey Ends in Quarterfinals

Rediff.com27 Feb 2026

Wildcard entrant Manas Dhamne's impressive run at the Maha Open ATP Challenger came to an end after losing to Duje Ajdukovic in the quarterfinals. Other players including Edas Butvilas, Felix Gill, and Federico Cina advanced to the semifinals.

Stew It, Brew It, Chew It, But Have Lemon Grass

Stew It, Brew It, Chew It, But Have Lemon Grass

Rediff.com29 Jan 2026

Lemon grass, often referred to as citronella, is a tall, reed-like herb prized for its bright, zesty scent and clean citrus taste. Widely used in Thai cuisine, it brings a refreshing, aromatic lift to soups, curries and stir-fries.

Where Are Stars Celebrating The New Year?

Where Are Stars Celebrating The New Year?

Rediff.com31 Dec 2025

Just where are the stars welcoming the New Year?

What Sushma Seth, 89, Is Doing These Days

What Sushma Seth, 89, Is Doing These Days

Rediff.com24 Feb 2026

'Despite acting in some 100 films and television plays, people still remember the daadi of Hum Log.'

7 Cities With The Most Five-Star Hotels

7 Cities With The Most Five-Star Hotels

Rediff.com30 Dec 2025

A handful of cities in the world have more fancy hotels than any other places, according to a list released by from Cond Nast Traveler.

Passport Ready? 4 Cheapest Destinations From India

Passport Ready? 4 Cheapest Destinations From India

Rediff.com10 Dec 2025

Passport Ready? 4 Cheapest Destinations From Bengaluru, Delhi, Kolkata, Chennai & Mumbai

7 Nations For Vegan-Friendly Holidays

7 Nations For Vegan-Friendly Holidays

Rediff.com12 Dec 2025

Where are the best places to get vegan food in the world?

Asia's 6 Coolest Neighbourhoods Of 2025

Asia's 6 Coolest Neighbourhoods Of 2025

Rediff.com8 Dec 2025

From TimeOut's latest global line-up of 39 hip, exciting localities, here are 6 standout Asian stars...

Prioritising recovery, patience key to longevity: Intanon

Prioritising recovery, patience key to longevity: Intanon

Rediff.com14 Jan 2026

'My aim is to stay on the World Tour year by year. I am not thinking about the 2028 Olympics'

Recipe: Thai Shrimp Salad

Recipe: Thai Shrimp Salad

Rediff.com27 Nov 2023

A healthy but gourmet seafood salad

Recipe: Chef Sarab Kapoor's Spicy Thai Mango Salad

Recipe: Chef Sarab Kapoor's Spicy Thai Mango Salad

Rediff.com13 May 2024

Refreshing salads lick the summer heat.

Chengdu, Al-Duhail seal spot in Asian Champions League Elite

Chengdu, Al-Duhail seal spot in Asian Champions League Elite

Rediff.com13 Aug 2025

Twenty-four clubs will compete in the league phase of the Asian Champions League Elite when it returns in September, with the participants split evenly into western and eastern leagues.

Jacqueline Looks Red Hot In Cannes

Jacqueline Looks Red Hot In Cannes

Rediff.com16 May 2025

Jacqueline Fernandez looked like a winner on the red carpet of Cannes 2025.

This Hit Director Makes A Comeback

This Hit Director Makes A Comeback

Rediff.com4 Aug 2025

'Love stories don't really excite me.'

Satwik-Chirag enter quarters; Sindhu crashes out

Satwik-Chirag enter quarters; Sindhu crashes out

Rediff.com5 Jun 2025

Two-time Olympic medallist PV Sindhu faltered in the deciding game to lose to World No. 8 Pornpawee Chochuwong of Thailand in the women's singles second round of the Indonesia Open Super 1000 badminton tournament in Jakarta on Thursday.

Prague Masters: Praggnanandhaa outwits Keymer, joins Aravindh in lead

Prague Masters: Praggnanandhaa outwits Keymer, joins Aravindh in lead

Rediff.com2 Mar 2025

Grandmaster R Praggnanandhaa scored his second victory on the trot, outwitting Vincent Keymer of Germany to join compatriot Aravindh Chithambaram at the top on three points after the end of the fourth round of the Prague Masters.

Satwik-Chirag stumble in Indonesia

Satwik-Chirag stumble in Indonesia

Rediff.com23 Jan 2025

The men's doubles pair of Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty crashed out in the second round of the Indonesia Masters Super 500 badminton tournament on Thursday. Sen lost to Japan's Kenta Nishimoto in three games, while Satwik and Chirag lost a close match against Thai combination of Kittinupong Kedren and Dechapol Puavaranukroh.

India has a new chess hero!

India has a new chess hero!

Rediff.com7 Mar 2025

Indian GM Aravindh wins Prague Masters

Praggnanandhaa, Aravindh in joint lead in Prague Masters

Praggnanandhaa, Aravindh in joint lead in Prague Masters

Rediff.com5 Mar 2025

Indian chess grandmasters R Praggnanandhaa and Aravindh Chithambaram continued to remain in joint lead after drawing their sixth-round games in the Prague Masters Chess tournament.

Praggnanadhaa set to sizzle at Prague Masters

Praggnanadhaa set to sizzle at Prague Masters

Rediff.com25 Feb 2025

The Indian challenge extends to the Challengers' section, where Divya Deshmukh will compete against some strong Grandmasters.

Tata Steel Chess: Can Gukesh surpass Anand?

Tata Steel Chess: Can Gukesh surpass Anand?

Rediff.com31 Jan 2025

Praggnanandhaa will meet pre-event rating favourite Fabiano Caruana of United States while Abdusattorov has to tackle the solid defences of Vincent Keymer of Germany in the other key clashes of the 11th round.

RECIPE: One-Pot Veggie Thai Rice

RECIPE: One-Pot Veggie Thai Rice

Rediff.com14 Jul 2021

Grab those veggies from your refrigerator and whip up this delicious meal.

Tata Steel Chess: Gukesh crushes Dutch GM to maintain lead

Tata Steel Chess: Gukesh crushes Dutch GM to maintain lead

Rediff.com30 Jan 2025

D Gukesh defeated Dutch Grandmaster Max Warmerdam to stay in sole lead on 7.5 points at the end of the 10th round of Tata Steel Chess tournament

Tata Steel Chess: Praggnanandhaa wins; Gukesh, Erigaisi draw

Tata Steel Chess: Praggnanandhaa wins; Gukesh, Erigaisi draw

Rediff.com20 Jan 2025

Rameshbabu Praggnanandhaa defeated compatriot Pentala Harikrishna, while Arjun Erigaisi settled for a draw in the second round of 87th Tata Steel Chess Tournament.

Kiran George's Korea Masters run ends in semifinals

Kiran George's Korea Masters run ends in semifinals

Rediff.com9 Nov 2024

Indian shuttler Kiran George's impressive run at the Korea Masters came to an end with a semifinal loss to Thailand's Kunlavut Vitidsarn

Where Will You Travel This Summer?

Where Will You Travel This Summer?

Rediff.com25 Mar 2025

During this summer, Indian travel buffs are opting for destinations that provide an escape from the ominous heat, along with coastal regions within the country and countries offering visa-free travel.

PV Sindhu returns post-wedding: Eyes India Open glory

PV Sindhu returns post-wedding: Eyes India Open glory

Rediff.com13 Jan 2025

PV Sindhu is set to make a much-anticipated return to competitive badminton at the India Open Super 750 tournament after missing the season opener in Kuala Lumpur due to her wedding.

'Whenever We Watched The Movie We'd Cry'

'Whenever We Watched The Movie We'd Cry'

Rediff.com3 Jan 2025

'We watched the film many times but each time, we would cry.' 'During the editing and sound mixing, my whole team would cry.' 'When we reached the music composing stage, it happened again.' 'Our producer said it is too much to be crying so many times.' 'But we never thought the film would be such a big hit.'

Recipe: Thai-style Zirad Green Curry

Recipe: Thai-style Zirad Green Curry

Rediff.com20 Mar 2022

Fresh vegetables in a green coconut curry with basmati rice is a sumptuous meal.

Food Trends At Weddings Reach New Heights

Food Trends At Weddings Reach New Heights

Rediff.com13 Mar 2025

Customised restaurant recreations, cafe setups, pop-ups by Michelin-star chefs, bespoke table linens with monograms and couple-themed hashtags.

Kiara Dazzles At Cannes

Kiara Dazzles At Cannes

Rediff.com19 May 2024

Kiara Advani was a sight to behold at the Red Sea Film Foundation's Women in Cinema Gala dinner at the Cannes Film Festival.