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Encounter of rape-accused: Saina, Jwala speak up

Encounter of rape-accused: Saina, Jwala speak up

Rediff.com6 Dec 2019

Wrestler Babita Phogat congratulated the Hyderabad police department for what they did, saying that it will make every woman in the country really proud.

Bigg Boss 14: Just who is Abhinav Shukla?

Bigg Boss 14: Just who is Abhinav Shukla?

Rediff.com17 Oct 2020

Abhinav Shukla may not be as popular as his wife Rubina Dilaik, but the good looking television actor is slowly becoming a household name, thanks to his stint on Bigg Boss 14.

Ranbir's 40 on 40 Playlist

Ranbir's 40 on 40 Playlist

Rediff.com28 Sep 2022

On his 40th birthday on September 28, Sukanya Verma draws up a playlist of 40 riveting Ranbir songs.

Happy Diwali! Don't burst crackers!

Happy Diwali! Don't burst crackers!

Rediff.com14 Nov 2020

Virat Kohli wished India on Diwali and urged Indians not to burst crackers to celebrate the Festival of Lights.

December OTT: Akshay, Salman, John...

December OTT: Akshay, Salman, John...

Rediff.com3 Dec 2021

Joginder Tuteja lists what's up on OTT this month.

PM failed to address critical questions: Cong

PM failed to address critical questions: Cong

Rediff.com4 Apr 2020

Asserting that the way in which the entire country has fought the battle against coronavirus unitedly under Modi's leadership is laudable, BJP president J P Nadda asked party workers to spread the prime minister's message to light lamps or mobile phone torches at 9pm on Sunday among the masses.

Smart ways you can have a green Diwali this year

Smart ways you can have a green Diwali this year

Rediff.com7 Nov 2018

By switching to simpler alternatives, you can make Diwali enjoyable for all.

Happy Diwali! When Jwala was left amused, and Sachin sent a thoughtful message

Happy Diwali! When Jwala was left amused, and Sachin sent a thoughtful message

Rediff.com19 Oct 2017

And sharing their warm greetings on Diwali were our sports stars, who took to social media to wish their fans on the auspicious occasion.

'My parents don't know I am famous'

'My parents don't know I am famous'

Rediff.com16 Jun 2022

'They (my parents) have no inkling that people across the country know me now.' 'Recently, a fan turned up at my parents' home with gifts for them and my annoyed father called to ask me why I had sent him.'

He taught Yash Chopra to make films...

He taught Yash Chopra to make films...

Rediff.com22 Apr 2021

B R Chopra was a reformist film-maker, way ahead of his times, says Subhash K Jha.

Santoor maestro Shivkumar Sharma is dead

Santoor maestro Shivkumar Sharma is dead

Rediff.com10 May 2022

Veteran santoor player and music composer Pt Shiv Kumar Sharma died in Mumbai on Tuesday morning following a heart attack, family sources said. He was 84.

BJP MP: 'I won't allow Raj Thackeray to enter UP'

BJP MP: 'I won't allow Raj Thackeray to enter UP'

Rediff.com10 May 2022

'Raj Thackeray is not coming to Ayodhya to seek Ram's blessings.' 'He is coming to seek political gain in the name of Ram.'

Twenty new athletes added to 2024 Games' TOPS list

Twenty new athletes added to 2024 Games' TOPS list

Rediff.com13 Dec 2021

Seven Olympic and six Paralympic disciplines were identified for support at a meeting of the Mission Olympic Cell.

25 arrested in Delhi over posters critical of Modi govt's vaccine policy

25 arrested in Delhi over posters critical of Modi govt's vaccine policy

Rediff.com16 May 2021

The posters reading "Modiji humare bachon ki vaccine videsh kyu bhej diya (PM why did you send vaccines of our children to foreign countries?)" were plastered in several parts of the city

Bob Biswas Review

Bob Biswas Review

Rediff.com3 Dec 2021

This poorly paced movie is too dull to be a drama and shows no signs (or intrigue) of a thriller, observes Sukanya Verma.

UN postal agency issues special Diwali stamp

UN postal agency issues special Diwali stamp

Rediff.com7 Nov 2018

The background of the sheet features the United Nations Headquarters building illuminated with the message of "Happy Diwali" to celebrate the spirit of the festival.

Yuvraj donates Rs 50 lakh in fight against coronavirus

Yuvraj donates Rs 50 lakh in fight against coronavirus

Rediff.com5 Apr 2020

Former India all-rounder Yuvraj Singh on Sunday pledged to donate Rs 50 lakh to the Prime Minister Narendra Modi's PM CARES Fund to help fight the coronavirus pandemic. The two-time World Cup winner also appealed to the people to stay united in the fight against the pandemic that has so far claimed more than 70 lives while infecting over 3000 across the country.

Justice prevailed, farmers' protest vindicated: Cong

Justice prevailed, farmers' protest vindicated: Cong

Rediff.com19 Nov 2021

The Congress on Friday described the Centre's announcement to repeal three farm laws as a victory against injustice, and said arrogance had to bow its head before the peaceful satyagraha of farmers.

In Pics: How Mumbai celebrated Kartik Purnima

In Pics: How Mumbai celebrated Kartik Purnima

Rediff.com13 Nov 2019

As devotees celebrated Kartik Purnima, over 1,000 diyas were lit at Banganga in Walkeshwar, Mumbai during the maha aarti.

PHOTOS: What is Tendulkar up to in Bhutan

PHOTOS: What is Tendulkar up to in Bhutan

Rediff.com26 Oct 2018

The Indian cricketing legend is in Bhutan to speard awareness about UNICEF Handwash initiative.

When Rajesh Khanna got UPSET with Mumtaz

When Rajesh Khanna got UPSET with Mumtaz

Rediff.com6 Jan 2022

'I never behaved like a star. So why would anyone behave like a star with me?'

Ready To Fight Terrorists!

Ready To Fight Terrorists!

Rediff.com1 Feb 2022

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Share your Diwali pix

Share your Diwali pix

Rediff.com5 Nov 2018

How are you celebrating Diwali? Tell us.

'Shyama was very good looking'

'Shyama was very good looking'

Rediff.com16 Nov 2017

'Shyama was an entertaining friend during the shooting and we continued our friendship even after the film was over. During those days, we formed working relationships that lasted beyond the workplace.' Waheeda Rehman pays rich tribute to her late co-star.

The day Sonu Sood can NEVER forget

The day Sonu Sood can NEVER forget

Rediff.com3 Sep 2020

'I went to Nagpur for my engineering. I used to model there, those amateur fashion shows. Then you know, I thought why not try my luck in films and all?'

Serena Williams takes another step to ninth Miami title

Serena Williams takes another step to ninth Miami title

Rediff.com27 Mar 2016

Serena Williams won her 750th career match to stay on track for her ninth Miami Open title when she beat Zarina Diyas of Kazakhstan 7-5 6-3 in the third round in Florida on Saturday. The world number one improved her career record to 750-125, seventh on the all-time list and just three match wins behind Lindsay Davenport's 753. Martina Navratilova sits atop the all-time list with 1,442 wins. The 34-year-old Williams will meet Russian Svetlana Kuznetsova in the fourth round. The 15th seed defeated France's Caroline Garcia 4-6 6-2 7-6(6). Unlike the last time they met, when Williams required 54 minutes and Diyas won just two games, the 22-year-old Kazak gave the American some trouble in the heat and humidity of Miami.

'Let's make India COVID-19 free': PM Modi takes first dose of vaccine

'Let's make India COVID-19 free': PM Modi takes first dose of vaccine

Rediff.com1 Mar 2021

"I appeal to all those who are eligible to take the vaccine. Together, let us make India COVID-19 free!" Modi said.

#TuesdayTrivia: How many diyas were lit up for Jalte diye in Prem Ratan Dhan Payo?

#TuesdayTrivia: How many diyas were lit up for Jalte diye in Prem Ratan Dhan Payo?

Rediff.com19 Jan 2016

In a special series #Tuesday Trivia, we have an interesting trivia question just for YOU!

Are the Serial Kisser's Thrillers Loved?

Are the Serial Kisser's Thrillers Loved?

Rediff.com26 Aug 2021

Are Emraan Hashmi's thrillers popular?

Hema Malini's Stunning Dance Performance

Hema Malini's Stunning Dance Performance

Rediff.com5 Jan 2022

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Lata on Asha: 'Yes, we did have our differences'

Lata on Asha: 'Yes, we did have our differences'

Rediff.com15 Sep 2020

'For many years, we didn't speak. But then family is family. We made up.'

'I am not a fan of Bigg Boss'

'I am not a fan of Bigg Boss'

Rediff.com10 Aug 2021

'I deserve being around cute boys and girls. I am going to wear cute clothes and have fun.'

PIX: India's sports stars Mary Kom, Kohli, Tendulkar light lamps

PIX: India's sports stars Mary Kom, Kohli, Tendulkar light lamps

Rediff.com5 Apr 2020

India's sports fraternity on Sunday joined the country in showing solidarity in the fight against the rapidly-spreading coronavirus pandemic by lighting lamps and candles in response to Prime Minster Narendra Modi's call to demonstrate the nation's collective resolve. PM Modi had appealed to the people to turn off lights and instead lit diyas, candles and other forms of light for nine minutes at 9pm IST on Sunday to show the nation's collective resolve to fight coronavirus.

Can India Be A 'Vishwaguru'?

Can India Be A 'Vishwaguru'?

Rediff.com4 May 2022

Many of the stories, the pictures going out of India worldwide lately with these provocative processions, taunting of Muslims, bulldozers targeting mostly their properties, the sweeping 'othering' of a community of 200 million are painting the front pages and TV screens in the democratic world. That is where most of the friends we covet lie. Soon enough, these will also make our vital friends among the Muslim nations, from Bangladesh to Saudi Arabia and the UAE, uneasy. The best time for course correction is now, asserts Shekhar Gupta.

And the star groom came on a motorbike...

And the star groom came on a motorbike...

Rediff.com30 Nov 2020

And the newlyweds went off on the bike too!

The princess who could provide a royal touch to the BJP

The princess who could provide a royal touch to the BJP

Rediff.com16 Sep 2013

The petite princess is the newest catch of the Bharatiya Janata Party. The glamorous Rajkumari of Jaipur Diya Kumari is the third princess to join the saffron brigade.

Priyanka celebrates Diwali with Nick and...

Priyanka celebrates Diwali with Nick and...

Rediff.com16 Nov 2020

How the stars lit up the Festival of Lights.

'A Salman Khan movie is like a festival'

'A Salman Khan movie is like a festival'

Rediff.com14 May 2021

'It serves the purpose of entertaining the audiences and distracting them from the reality for at least two hours.'

Meet These Kids of Bollywood Villains

Meet These Kids of Bollywood Villains

Rediff.com23 Sep 2021

It's very easy to keep up with the children of Bollywood's leading heroes. But what about Bollywood's biggest villains?

New India can achieve difficult targets: PM on 1bn jabs feat

New India can achieve difficult targets: PM on 1bn jabs feat

Rediff.com22 Oct 2021

"It is a matter of pride for us that India's vaccination programme has been science-born, science-driven and science-based," Modi said.