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Fed Cup tennis: India grouped with tough Kazakhstan and China

Fed Cup tennis: India grouped with tough Kazakhstan and China

Rediff.com15 Jan 2018

The Pool B comprises Chinese Taipei, Japan, Thailand and Korea.

Fresh trouble for 'Padmavati', distributors refuse to release film in Rajasthan

Fresh trouble for 'Padmavati', distributors refuse to release film in Rajasthan

Rediff.com7 Nov 2017

Distributors have said that they will not buy its rights unless a controversy surrounding the Sanjay Leela Bhansali-directed movie is resolved.

Mokshvi Shah, 16, raises $7,500 for COVID relief in India

Mokshvi Shah, 16, raises $7,500 for COVID relief in India

Rediff.com21 May 2021

'The images of mass cremations and crowds of people at hospital doors brought me to tears.' 'I started this initiative because at the end of the day India is my home.'

'Hum aapke saath mein hai'

'Hum aapke saath mein hai'

Rediff.com4 Mar 2022

'I want to show that we are also part of this society and want to participate just as much, whether it is for security or whatever community work there.'

Poonia could be Cong's answer to BJP's Rathore in Rajasthan

Poonia could be Cong's answer to BJP's Rathore in Rajasthan

Rediff.com16 Sep 2013

With celebrities and sportspersons being roped in by parties for the upcoming elections, it looks like Rajasthan is back to playing the caste card, reports Shahnawaz Akhtar.

'Meri awaaz hi pehchan hai'

'Meri awaaz hi pehchan hai'

Rediff.com6 Feb 2022

'There was no other Lata Mangeshkar, there is none and there won't be any. I will celebrate her life, today and always.'

How Tendulkar fulfilled 'Lala' Sehwag's wish

How Tendulkar fulfilled 'Lala' Sehwag's wish

Rediff.com5 Oct 2016

Former India cricketer Virender Sehwag is surely having a ball on social media. His tweets and comments on other social networking sites have been widely followed and liked by fans from the country. On Tuesday, Sehwag gave a witty reply to a tweet of none other than his former opening partner and batting idol Sachin Tendulkar.

Amitabh Bachchan: Dhoom 3 is SPECTACULAR

Amitabh Bachchan: Dhoom 3 is SPECTACULAR

Rediff.com20 Dec 2013

Here's what your favourite Bollywoood celebrities are tweeting.

Women will feel safer now: Nirbhaya's mom after hanging

Women will feel safer now: Nirbhaya's mom after hanging

Rediff.com20 Mar 2020

Asha Devi said that justice was delayed, but not denied, and added that they would continue their fight for justice for India's daughters.

Just imagine! Rahul Gandhi's earthquake-wallah speech

Just imagine! Rahul Gandhi's earthquake-wallah speech

Rediff.com9 Dec 2016

Utkarsh Mishra imagines what is it that Baba Gandhi would say if he got the chance.

A Feminist Messiah Passes Into The Ages

A Feminist Messiah Passes Into The Ages

Rediff.com11 Sep 2021

Sonal lived the feminist slogan: The personal is political, in a way few feminists have been able to. She will be remembered and missed for doing this not with a dour self-righteousness, but with humour and a rare joie de vivre, remembers Jyoti Punwani.

Quietly, they are changing Delhi's profile

Quietly, they are changing Delhi's profile

Rediff.com30 Nov 2013

There are four million people from Bihar in the capital. Manavi Kapur explores the ecosystem that helps them survive and thrive

Ayodhya decked up to welcome Korean First Lady

Ayodhya decked up to welcome Korean First Lady

Rediff.com5 Nov 2018

The main streets of Ayodhya wear a scintillating look with illuminated lamps and special decorations.

PIX: Vin Diesel arrives in Mumbai, Deepika welcomes him

PIX: Vin Diesel arrives in Mumbai, Deepika welcomes him

Rediff.com12 Jan 2017

Deepika Padukone, who makes her Hollywood debut with him in the film xXx: The Return of the Xander Cage, also arrived with him.

Must-read! A reader's heartfelt letter about his dog

Must-read! A reader's heartfelt letter about his dog

Rediff.com2 May 2019

Our story about Duster, a German Shepherd, reminded Rediff reader Ajay Sharma about his dog Bruno.

On the cusp of 100th Test, Ishant Sharma stands tall

On the cusp of 100th Test, Ishant Sharma stands tall

Rediff.com21 Feb 2021

Ishant is on course to become only the second Indian fast bowler, after the great Kapil Dev, to complete 100 Tests for the country.

'Some of my cherished songs were written by Yogeshji'

'Some of my cherished songs were written by Yogeshji'

Rediff.com30 May 2020

'What an artiste!'

PIX: Looking at Kangna, Ameesha, Bipasha's Diwali fashion

PIX: Looking at Kangna, Ameesha, Bipasha's Diwali fashion

Rediff.com31 Oct 2013

Bollywood stars are dressed at their ethnic best during the festive season of Diwali.

Nadeem-Shravan: Top 20 soundtracks

Nadeem-Shravan: Top 20 soundtracks

Rediff.com23 Apr 2021

20 Nadeem-Shravan film albums which emerged as chartbusters.

'I will not tolerate the tantrums of my mother-in-law'

'I will not tolerate the tantrums of my mother-in-law'

Rediff.com20 Dec 2013

Deepika Singh of Diya Aur Bati Hum talks about stardom.

'Khaali Peeli is like Bhendi Bazaar meets Guy Ritchie'

'Khaali Peeli is like Bhendi Bazaar meets Guy Ritchie'

Rediff.com1 Oct 2020

'It's not easy to perform in front of 5,000 people, who are standing right behind the camera. You have to remember the dialogue even when the crowd is shouting and saying things to you.'

Spotted: Mohanlal in UK

Spotted: Mohanlal in UK

Rediff.com17 Feb 2009

Reader Ruban Sasidharan sends us a photograph.

Mitron... What will Modi promise India in Lucknow?

Mitron... What will Modi promise India in Lucknow?

Rediff.com29 Dec 2016

Narendra Modi is set to address a huge political rally in Lucknow in poll-bound Uttar Pradesh on Monday, January 2. The PM is expected to make some big announcements at the rally, his first after the 50-day deadline on demonetisation curbs expires. Utkarsh Mishra imagines what Modi will say at the rally, dubbed as Lucknow's 'biggest ever.'

Battle for Delhi: Big winners and losers

Battle for Delhi: Big winners and losers

Rediff.com11 Feb 2020

As Arvind Kejriwal-led Aam Aadmi Party registered a thumping victory in the Delhi assembly polls, take a look at how the heavyweights fared.

Covid & festive politics

Covid & festive politics

Rediff.com5 Nov 2020

Shifting positions on religiosity and Covid may confuse the Hindutva citizenry, but you can rely on Bengal to turn a non-arguable issue into a raging controversy, notes Kanika Datta.

PIX: The HOT item songs in Zila Ghaziabad

PIX: The HOT item songs in Zila Ghaziabad

Rediff.com19 Feb 2013

Take a look at cool photographs.

Video: India celebrates Diwali with great fervour

Video: India celebrates Diwali with great fervour

Rediff.com13 Nov 2012

Earthen diyas dotted houses and fireworks illuminated the evening sky as people celebrated Diwali decorating their homes with colourful rangolis and twinkling electric bulbs and also exchanging sweets.

India lights up on Diwali

India lights up on Diwali

Rediff.com23 Oct 2014

Diwali, the festival of lights, was celebrated with traditional fervour across the country with people exchanging sweets and gifts with friends and relatives, decking up their houses with earthen diyas and tiny lights and illuminating the evening sky with fireworks.

Birthday Special: Sonu Nigam's Top 10 Songs

Birthday Special: Sonu Nigam's Top 10 Songs

Rediff.com30 Jul 2013

We celebrate the singer's 40th birthday by looking through some of his best songs.

Healthier Diwali recipes: Gujjias, Chaklis and more!

Healthier Diwali recipes: Gujjias, Chaklis and more!

Rediff.com12 Nov 2012

Nirmala Garimella offers healthier sweets and savories for the festival.

Ever celebrated a Virtual Diwali?

Ever celebrated a Virtual Diwali?

Rediff.com4 Nov 2017

'I sat in the grass with avatars or 3D digital bodies controlled by others, reminiscing about phuljharis and chakhris, gazing up at fireworks programmed earlier in the day,' says Ashish Sharma.

Welcome back, Sohail Khan, Subhash Ghai, Bhansali!

Welcome back, Sohail Khan, Subhash Ghai, Bhansali!

Rediff.com11 Nov 2013

Guess who's back!

When the EPL stars wished Indian fans on Diwali...

When the EPL stars wished Indian fans on Diwali...

Rediff.com13 Nov 2015

Keeping pace with the changing times, star players of English Premier League giants Manchester United, Arsenal FC and Manchester City wished their vast Indian fan base on the occasion of Diwali.

'You don't choose Konkona, she chooses you'

'You don't choose Konkona, she chooses you'

Rediff.com16 Sep 2021

'Ajay Devgn is perfect to slip into Idris Elba's shoes.' 'Taapsee can play any role under the sun.'

16 Life Lessons from Salman Khan

16 Life Lessons from Salman Khan

Rediff.com20 Jun 2017

Learn these lessons well, and you will never miss a flight again!

PIX: Inside Shloka and Akash Ambani's pre-engagement party

PIX: Inside Shloka and Akash Ambani's pre-engagement party

Rediff.com29 Jun 2018

Alia Bhatt, Shah Rukh Khan, Priyanka Chopra and Sachin Tendulkar stole the show.

Yesteryear actress Nanda is dead

Yesteryear actress Nanda is dead

Rediff.com25 Mar 2014

The actress, who starred in films like Bhabhi and Choti Bahen, was 75.

Mumbai Diaries 26/11 review

Mumbai Diaries 26/11 review

Rediff.com11 Sep 2021

What was the need to fictionalise a series on real events that were far more horrific because they were real? asks Vaihayasi Pande Daniel.

IN PHOTOS: How Mumbai gears up for the festival of lights

IN PHOTOS: How Mumbai gears up for the festival of lights

Rediff.com10 Nov 2012

As the city that never sleeps prepares to usher in the festival of lights, Nadisha Daniel captures the celebratory mood on camera.

The four days of Chhath

The four days of Chhath

Rediff.com4 Nov 2016

Bihar has been cleaning its homes and surroundings, including the narrowest of lanes, and especially the roads leading to the Ganga ghats and the ponds. Devotional songs can be heard every where you go during Chhath, says M I Khan.