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Ahead of R-Day, bomb found at Delhi flower market; defused

Ahead of R-Day, bomb found at Delhi flower market; defused

Rediff.com14 Jan 2022

An IED stuffed with RDX and ammonium nitrate was found inside an unattended bag at the Ghazipur flower market in New Delhi on Friday morning but it was later defused, officials said.

What made Pankaj Tripathi Cry

What made Pankaj Tripathi Cry

Rediff.com30 Jul 2021

'Never had I imagined even in my wildest dreams that this 18-year-journey through 80 films would bring me so much love, respect and appreciation.' 'I never thought I would become such a charchit abhineta (popular actor).'

1971 War: A brave Dakota pilot's contribution

1971 War: A brave Dakota pilot's contribution

Rediff.com14 Jun 2021

'We flew all missions in the first part of the war at low levels; that is at 300 to 500 feet above the ground.' 'These sorties were no doubt stressful since the pilots and crew had to look out for birds and obstructions as well as enemy gunfire.'

'If the Taliban see my father, they could harm him'

'If the Taliban see my father, they could harm him'

Rediff.com17 Sep 2021

For Afghans in India, including medical tourists from the war-torn country as well as migrants and refugees staying here much longer, the safety of friends and families is the biggest concern - particularly for those linked to the now collapsed government or who have had work ties with the US.

InterContinental plans 47 new hotels in India by 2017

InterContinental plans 47 new hotels in India by 2017

Rediff.com20 Feb 2013

Total room strength to be 12,000 from the present 2,334.

I-League: Bukenya saves EB the blushes in season opener

I-League: Bukenya saves EB the blushes in season opener

Rediff.com7 Jan 2017

Super sub Ivan Bukenya's strike a minute before the regulation time saved East Bengal the blushes as they managed to hold minnows Aizawl FC to a 1-1 draw in the opening match of the 10th I-League football tournament in Barasat (West Bengal) on Saturday.

'I feel sick the day I am not painting'

'I feel sick the day I am not painting'

Rediff.com11 Sep 2021

'That secularism in India is at risk is alarming for someone like me. I'm born secular,' Anjolie Ela Menon, the well-known painter, tells Pavan Lall.

PHOTOS: Kumbh Mela begins amid rising Covid cases

PHOTOS: Kumbh Mela begins amid rising Covid cases

Rediff.com1 Apr 2021

Devotees who have taken the anti-Covid vaccination will have to show their certificates and follow the anti-Covid guidelines like wearing masks, maintaining social distancing and frequently undertaking hand sanitization in the Kumbh Kshetra.

'Putin's nuclear threats are attempts to bully the world'

'Putin's nuclear threats are attempts to bully the world'

Rediff.com2 May 2022

'Putin is in danger of losing face in his Ukrainian adventure. His bluster is a response to this.'

Going to a Gym? Some Do's and Don'ts!

Going to a Gym? Some Do's and Don'ts!

Rediff.com4 Aug 2020

'In the initial days of re-opening, both consumers as well as business owners will take a while to adjust to the new normal.'

Apartment rentals are highest in these 20 cities

Apartment rentals are highest in these 20 cities

Rediff.com3 Oct 2012

Eastern Europe and Africa have the most favourable housing conditions.

COVID-19: 'Better to die before my family than die in Mumbai'

COVID-19: 'Better to die before my family than die in Mumbai'

Rediff.com30 Apr 2020

'We don't want to lead this hellish life. Enough is enough.'

Delhi violence: Worst communal riots since partition, says court

Delhi violence: Worst communal riots since partition, says court

Rediff.com22 Oct 2020

The remarks by the court came while dismissing the bail pleas in three cases of former Aam Aadmi Party councillor Tahir Hussain, who allegedly abused his "muscle power" and "political clout" to foment communal violence.

Bengal, Odisha evacuate lakhs of people as 'Yaas' nears coast

Bengal, Odisha evacuate lakhs of people as 'Yaas' nears coast

Rediff.com25 May 2021

West Bengal and Odisha have evacuated lakhs of people from vulnerable areas to safety as severe cyclonic storm 'Yaas' is nearing the coast and is expected to make landfall near Dhamra Port in Bhadrak district early on Wednesday morning.

'What's making you scared?' Residents ask Delhi police

'What's making you scared?' Residents ask Delhi police

Rediff.com27 Feb 2020

The colonies of Bhajanpura and Chand Bagh, which are divided by just a main road, are now standing divided on views of each other after the violence in northeast Delhi over the past three days that has claimed over 24 lives so far.

Coffee lovers can enjoy kitty cuddles at London's first cat cafe

Coffee lovers can enjoy kitty cuddles at London's first cat cafe

Rediff.com2 May 2014

Lady Dinah's Cat Cafe is for people who live in flats and can't own pets.

Marriott overtakes Taj, becomes India's largest hotel chain

Marriott overtakes Taj, becomes India's largest hotel chain

Rediff.com23 Sep 2016

Marriott now has 30 brands globally with over 5,700 properties in over 110 countries

Four killed in TN rains; more downpour likely in next 24 hrs

Four killed in TN rains; more downpour likely in next 24 hrs

Rediff.com8 Nov 2021

Surplus rain water gushed out of reservoirs while several roads here resembled swollen rivers and four persons were killed in rain related incidents in Tamil Nadu and over 60 houses suffered damage, authorities here said on Monday.

BIZARRE! Will you stay at a hotel run by robots?

BIZARRE! Will you stay at a hotel run by robots?

Rediff.com6 Sep 2017

Japan has been experimenting with robot-run hotels. They call them the 'strange' hotels.

A Wedding Dress Bank for the Poor

A Wedding Dress Bank for the Poor

Rediff.com20 Jan 2022

'You will never be able to do any work for society if you wait to make enough money.'

Inside the hotel where Trump and Kim will meet

Inside the hotel where Trump and Kim will meet

Rediff.com11 Jun 2018

The historic summit between United States President Donald Trump and North Korean leader Kim Jon-un that is going to be held on Jun 12 is the talk of the town these days. The Capella Hotel in Singapore was announced to be the official location of the summit. Take a look at this 30 acre luxurious resort where history will be made.

Delhi's D-day: AAP confident, BJP pins hopes on evening votes

Delhi's D-day: AAP confident, BJP pins hopes on evening votes

Rediff.com10 Feb 2020

Strong rooms spread across the city storing the electronic voting machines (EVMs) are being heavily guarded, with a 'three-layer security ring'. Tight security arrangements have also been put in place at various centres across the national capital.

My Dada Sunil Gavaskar

My Dada Sunil Gavaskar

Rediff.com25 Jan 2022

To watch Dada standing on the steps of the airplane ladder with a glittering trophy in hand was exhilarating, recalls Hemant Kenkre.

The Sam I Knew

The Sam I Knew

Rediff.com17 Dec 2021

'Beyond the 'sir' and the 'salute', there was a man who cared about his soldiers and that's what made him a great leader.' Field Marshal Sam Manekshaw's grandson Jehan remembers the man who was the soldier's soldier.

Is Boko Haram the most sadistic terror group in the world?

Is Boko Haram the most sadistic terror group in the world?

Rediff.com27 Feb 2014

Gunmen from Islamist group Boko Haram on Tuesday night shot or burned to death 59 boys in a boarding school in north-east Nigeria.

UK Queen says collective effort will defeat COVID-19

UK Queen says collective effort will defeat COVID-19

Rediff.com6 Apr 2020

The 93-year-old British monarch and Head of the 54-member Commonwealth of nations which includes India, acknowledged the grief, pain and financial difficulties being faced the world over during this "time of disruption" and expressed the hope that the whole world was uniting in a 'common endeavour'.

PHOTOS: The very best of Obama in 2016

PHOTOS: The very best of Obama in 2016

Rediff.com3 Jan 2017

As United States President Barack Obama's second term draws to a close, Chief White House Photographer Pete Souza shared his favourite images captured over the course of the last year.

When your son is COVID-19 positive

When your son is COVID-19 positive

Rediff.com21 Jul 2020

'Most important were the breathing exercises -- whatever way you like.' 'Pranayam or just deep breathing...' 'Breathing is very, very, very, very, very, very important.'

Salute This Hero of the 1971 War!

Salute This Hero of the 1971 War!

Rediff.com15 Jun 2021

'Our men had suffered so much pain for the independence of other people in a foreign land.'

What Is Raj Thackeray's Gameplan?

What Is Raj Thackeray's Gameplan?

Rediff.com22 Apr 2022

'The BJP's solo aim in Mumbai and Maharashtra is to finish off the Shiv Sena and Sharad Pawar's NCP.'

BCCI threatens to ban misbehaving Tiwary

BCCI threatens to ban misbehaving Tiwary

Rediff.com16 Feb 2010

Taking a serious view of his dressing room misdemeanour, the Indian Cricket Board has told Bengal player Manoj Tiwary that he will be banned from playing domestic cricket, if he will not behave well.

Naxalites raid railway station in Bihar

Naxalites raid railway station in Bihar

Rediff.com13 Oct 2009

Armed Naxalites raided Banshipur railway station in Patna-Kiul section of the east-central Railway and burnt a cabin room, in Bihar's Lakhisarai district around midnight, official sources said.

'Cheese is a slow food. You need patience. It's not that it's going to happen overnight'

'Cheese is a slow food. You need patience. It's not that it's going to happen overnight'

Rediff.com18 Nov 2021

When the Indian brunost bravely ventured into the international cheese arena in Spain, along with 4,000 others from 45 countries, before 230 judges, its sterling desi pedigree spoke for itself, winning a silver in the brown cheese category and giving India a berth on the global cheese map.

Hamilton aims for another F1 record in Hungary

Hamilton aims for another F1 record in Hungary

Rediff.com15 Jul 2020

Red Bull's Max Verstappen will be doing all he can to stop six-times world champion Lewis Hamilton completing a Mercedes hat-trick and matching another of Michael Schumacher's Formula One records in Hungary this weekend.

Bengaluru student shot dead at hostel, suspect arrested

Bengaluru student shot dead at hostel, suspect arrested

Rediff.com1 Apr 2015

An 18-year-old girl was shot dead and her friend injured by an office boy of a residential school in Bengaluru, police said.

Shekhar Kapur shines in New York, I Love You

Shekhar Kapur shines in New York, I Love You

Rediff.com16 Oct 2009

Shekhar Kapur's segment in New York, I Love You -- 12 short films celebrating the energy of the city, stands out above all the other works.

1971 War: Living To Fly Another Day

1971 War: Living To Fly Another Day

Rediff.com6 Oct 2021

'You are to train three Bangladeshi pilots to fly this Chetak helicopter. Your task begins now.'

Govt issues guidelines for reopening of gyms, yoga centres

Govt issues guidelines for reopening of gyms, yoga centres

Rediff.com3 Aug 2020

The guidelines lay down the processes and premises redesigning, including proper placement of equipments. Yoga institutes and gymnasiums have been asked to plan the floor area based on four metres squared per person.

Delhi schools to remain closed due to air pollution

Delhi schools to remain closed due to air pollution

Rediff.com7 Nov 2016

Over 17,000 schools running under the three municipal corporations of Delhi were closed on Saturday due to heavy smog that has already caused a spike in cases of asthma, allergy and breathlessness

Can Modi improve vaccination rollout?

Can Modi improve vaccination rollout?

Rediff.com19 Apr 2021

'In India, there's currently evidence the Centre has not managed a smooth vaccine rollout.' 'It is now falling back on blaming states, which are facing vaccine shortages,' points out Devangshu Datta.