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Holi pics: Remembering a childhood Holi celebration

Holi pics: Remembering a childhood Holi celebration

Rediff.com22 Mar 2016

Pramod Yeram sent us a pic of his childhood Holi celebration. You can share yours too!

Akhilesh-Rahul bonhomie at Lucknow road show

Akhilesh-Rahul bonhomie at Lucknow road show

Rediff.com29 Jan 2017

Boosting the morale of their supporters and signalling unity, the two leaders atop the 'UP Vijay Rath' started the road show from the GPO park in Hazratganj after garlanding the statue of Mahatma Gandhi.

How Samsonite plans to expand market share

How Samsonite plans to expand market share

Rediff.com18 May 2018

Samsonite's factory in Nasik currently makes around 80,000 units a month and plans to go up to 100,000 units

China leaps on world stage in style

China leaps on world stage in style

Rediff.com8 Aug 2008

Resurgent China opened the Olympics on Friday with a burst of fireworks at a spectacular ceremony that celebrated ancient Chinese history and aimed to draw a line under months of political controversy.

People of Northeast rejected 'politics of hate': PM

People of Northeast rejected 'politics of hate': PM

Rediff.com4 Mar 2018

The mandate which the people of Northeast have given is in itself is a very big change, Modi said.

Amid chants Jayendra Saraswathi interred in Kanchi Mutt

Amid chants Jayendra Saraswathi interred in Kanchi Mutt

Rediff.com1 Mar 2018

The burial ceremony was performed in the presence of Sri Vijayendra Saraswathi, the junior pontiff of the Mutt and some close family relatives of the late seer.

Why we need to pay more for the water we use

Why we need to pay more for the water we use

Rediff.com21 Nov 2019

'We have severely under-invested in waste water treatment.' 'We charge for water a minimal amount and we don't charge anything extra for providing sewerage service.' 'As a result, every water entity is cash-strapped.'

The BEST and WORST Movies of 2019

The BEST and WORST Movies of 2019

Rediff.com26 Dec 2019

Sukanya Verma lists her five BEST and WORST Bollywood movies of 2019.

Dhols, dance and drama welcome PM Modi@Allphones arena

Dhols, dance and drama welcome PM Modi@Allphones arena

Rediff.com17 Nov 2014

The environment outside the Allphones Arena in Sydney was electric on Monday as thousands of Prime Minister Narendra Modi thronged the stadium to attend his event.

Factors that boosted Oct services PMI to 8-month high

Factors that boosted Oct services PMI to 8-month high

Rediff.com4 Nov 2015

India's services industry expanded at its fastest pace in eight months in October as new business rose with discounting probably stoking demand, a survey showed on Wednesday.

PM should choose chauraha for people to punish him: Lalu

PM should choose chauraha for people to punish him: Lalu

Rediff.com26 Dec 2016

"If election is held in the country today, the BJP would draw a nought," the RJD chief said.

This team made lasting impression despite early exit

This team made lasting impression despite early exit

Rediff.com27 Jun 2018

Peru made a positive and lasting impression all-round, whether for their enterprising performances or their travelling army of joyous fans

Mumbai Indians rope in Hrithik Roshan

Mumbai Indians rope in Hrithik Roshan

Rediff.com14 Apr 2008

The Sachin Tendulkar-led Mumbai Indians have roped in Bollywood star Hrithik Roshan as their brand ambassador to drum up support for the team in the Indian Premier League starting on April 18. "Hrithik symbolises the spirit of the team," said R Balachandran, director of the newly formed Indiawin Sports -- a subsidiary of Reliance Industries which owns the franchise outfit, at a media conference to outline the team's marketing campaign on Monday.

Rahul takes a dig at PM over NREGA praise

Rahul takes a dig at PM over NREGA praise

Rediff.com2 Feb 2016

Rahul Gandhi on took a dig at PM Modi saying his government's praise of the UPA's flagship scheme MGNREGA is a "shining example" of Modi's "political wisdom".

'Drummers, footballers need same stamina'

'Drummers, footballers need same stamina'

Rediff.com21 Jul 2008

A study, conducted by scientists from the University Of Gloucestershire and the University Of Chichester as part of the Clem Burke Project, reported that drumming in a rock concert is as gruelling as playing 90 minuites in an English Premier League match.

Party time? This Sony speaker will steal the show

Party time? This Sony speaker will steal the show

Rediff.com30 Jul 2019

A rich sound quality notwithstanding, the SRS-XB22 looks like any other device in its segment, but the SRS-XB32 stands out with its noteworthy additional features.

#NYCStrong: Halloween parade marches on after attack

#NYCStrong: Halloween parade marches on after attack

Rediff.com1 Nov 2017

Thousands of merry-makers, many dressed in elaborate Halloween costumes, paraded through lower Manhattan on Tuesday, undeterred by the attack that unfolded just hours earlier when a driver mowed down dozens of people on a bike path a few blocks away.

Nandigram: 7 injured in clash, bombs found

Nandigram: 7 injured in clash, bombs found

Rediff.com7 Jun 2008

Seven persons were injured in a clash between Communist Party of India-Marxist and Trinamool Congress supporters at Simulkundu village in Nandigram on Saturday evening, the police said. Police rushed to the spot. Two persons, stated to be CPI-M supporters were arrested.

Be prepared for hot summers on the India-China border

Be prepared for hot summers on the India-China border

Rediff.com15 May 2020

'The potential of one such LAC engagement going out of control and leading to heavy casualties cannot be ruled out,' warns Lieutenant General Syed Ata Hasnain (retd).

Mallya cautions India to keep feet on the ground

Mallya cautions India to keep feet on the ground

Rediff.com11 Jan 2008

Force India Formula One team co-owner Vijay Mallya has warned the country not to expect too much from the team in 2008 despite a big budget increase. The Indian billionaire bought into the Spyker team and renamed it after last season and interest has been drummed up further through advertisements about "the force of a billion hearts."

Why Sony's latest home theatre is best for you

Why Sony's latest home theatre is best for you

Rediff.com26 Sep 2018

The Sony HT-S700RF home theatre ticks all the right boxes for a music fanatic says Aparna Banerjea.

Construction work on Kalam's memorial to start on Tuesday

Construction work on Kalam's memorial to start on Tuesday

Rediff.com29 Dec 2015

Commenting on the the signature campaign taken up by various civil society members to drum up support for expediting the construction work, Kalam's grandnephew said 'there is no need for such a campaign now'.

Mizoram hooked onto European football

Mizoram hooked onto European football

Rediff.com14 May 2008

Youngsters from Mizoram are not only crazy about football, but also talented players in their own right.

BJP heaps Modi with praise

BJP heaps Modi with praise

Rediff.com23 Dec 2007

Senior BJP leader Arun Jaitley on Sunday said Gujarat Chief Minister Narendra Modi has secured a "respectful mandate" and that it is a rare election where a party has won on the plank of "good governance and development".

18-hour power cut makes Kanpur residents sing!

18-hour power cut makes Kanpur residents sing!

Rediff.com29 Apr 2008

Fed up with the power cuts, over 400 Kanpur residents equipped with folding beds, lanterns, drums and cymbals, demonstrated outside the residence of Kanpur Electrical Supply Corporation M D Nand Lal on Monday night. As soon as the clock struck 10, the residents, led by Samajwadi Party legislator Irfan Solanki, started beating drums and singing songs outside Lal's residence. "How can the electricity board officials sleep when the residents are sweating," said one of them.

Dalai Lama 'playing with words': China

Dalai Lama 'playing with words': China

Rediff.com27 Apr 2008

The People's Daily, the mouthpiece of the ruling Communist Party of China, said the key word of 'various definitions put forward by the Dalai Lama clique, including the so-called 'middle-way' and 'high autonomy', is nothing but 'Tibetan independence'.

Gas price: Anil Ambani meets govt officials

Gas price: Anil Ambani meets govt officials

Rediff.com12 Jul 2007

Anil Ambani met Cabinet Secretary K M Chandrasekhar, Expenditure Secretary Sanjiv Misra and Fertiliser Secretary J Sreedhara Sarma to drum support against RIL's proposed pricing formula for natural gas from KG-D6 block off the east coast.

Pakistan's dangerous design in Kashmir

Pakistan's dangerous design in Kashmir

Rediff.com3 Sep 2019

'Pakistan will leave no stone unturned to keep Kashmir on the edge and put the entire blame on the Government of India if there is any untoward incident,' says Brigadier Narender Kumar (retd).

Real Madrid set for huge changes

Real Madrid set for huge changes

Rediff.com6 Mar 2019

Revolution is in the air at Real Madrid after their Champions League empire was razed to the ground with an astounding 4-1 loss at home to Ajax Amsterdam, with a huge clear out of players expected as well as a change of manager.

Is this the best Bajaj Discover yet?

Is this the best Bajaj Discover yet?

Rediff.com17 Sep 2014

The Discover 150 is a value for money commuter bike which is high on performance, says Faisal Ali Khan of MotorBeam.com.

Is Honda Livo the best youth bike?

Is Honda Livo the best youth bike?

Rediff.com12 Aug 2016

The Livo is one stylish looking motorcycle that's a blend of swooping lines and sharp flourishes. The designers have done a brilliant job here to make sure that the Livo matches up to its heritage. In-fact, at first glance, one would easily be led to think that the Livo belongs to the 125cc segment instead of the 110cc.

The odd, crazy world we live in!

The odd, crazy world we live in!

Rediff.com18 Oct 2016

Moments that show it's an odd, odd world we live in

Stunning winners of this year's Ocean Art underwater photo contest

Stunning winners of this year's Ocean Art underwater photo contest

Rediff.com17 Jan 2020

The Underwater Photography Guide has announced the winners of their 8th annual Ocean Art Underwater Photography Competition: a selection that runs the gamut between beautiful, eye popping and, in the case of the Conservation category winner, tragic and unnerving. This year's contest attracted "thousands" of entries from 78 countries across the world.

When Scorpions rocked Bangalore

When Scorpions rocked Bangalore

Rediff.com20 Dec 2007

The legendary rock band left the crowds begging for more on Sunday night.

Power distribution mgt course @ IGNOU

Power distribution mgt course @ IGNOU

Rediff.com20 Sep 2006

Indira Gandhi National Open University invites applications for its Advanced Certificate in Power Distribution Management.

Uttarakhand voters play guessing games over BJP's CM candidate

Uttarakhand voters play guessing games over BJP's CM candidate

Rediff.com9 Feb 2017

BJP has left people guessing about who would get the top office if the latter is voted to power, the presence of too many strong turncoats on its side only adding to the confusion.

This Onam, women 'tigresses' make history in Kerala

This Onam, women 'tigresses' make history in Kerala

Rediff.com17 Sep 2016

A group of Keralite women on Saturday created history by taking part in 'Pulikali' (Dance of Tigers), a famous folk art which has been an exclusive bastion of male artistes, here along with over 500 male counterparts, donning the garb of symbolic tigers.

JCT trounce Mohun Bagan

JCT trounce Mohun Bagan

Rediff.com2 Apr 2007

Three-time champions Mohun Bagan were handed a 3-1 defeat at home.

Devotees bid farewell to Ganpati Bappa

Devotees bid farewell to Ganpati Bappa

Rediff.com13 Sep 2019

Devotees bid a grand farewell to their beloved Lord Ganesh as the immersion of idols began across Maharashtra on Thursday, marking the end of the 10-day-long mega festival.

Patel protest fizzles out amid chants of 'Modi, Modi' in New York

Patel protest fizzles out amid chants of 'Modi, Modi' in New York

Rediff.com24 Sep 2015

A leader of the Patel community rubbishes reports that the anti-Modi protest has been called off