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Celebrating Prince Of Ayodhya's Return From Exile On Sarayu's Banks

Celebrating Prince Of Ayodhya's Return From Exile On Sarayu's Banks

Rediff.com22 Jan 2024

As Lord Ram's temple is set for a grand opening, the banks of the river in Ayodhya erupted with celebration, reports Saisuresh Sivaswamy/Rediff.com

Adipurush is NOT Ramayana

Adipurush is NOT Ramayana

Rediff.com20 Jun 2023

Making a blatant mockery of the great religious epic, Adipurush showcases the worst side of today's Bollywood, declares Sumeet Nadkarni.

Nargis Fakhri Is Back For Good In India

Nargis Fakhri Is Back For Good In India

Rediff.com28 Oct 2023

'I will always be a gypsy and a global citizen.'

Gutsy Medvedev outlasts Hurkacz; Zverev stuns Alcaraz to enter semis

Gutsy Medvedev outlasts Hurkacz; Zverev stuns Alcaraz to enter semis

Rediff.com24 Jan 2024

The Russian, twice a losing finalist at Melbourne Park, went toe-to-toe with the big Pole for almost four energy-sapping hours on Rod Laver Arena

Kohli on what is 'special' about playing against Pakistan!

Kohli on what is 'special' about playing against Pakistan!

Rediff.com14 Oct 2023

Virat Kohli described how the 'energy' inside the MCG stadium inspired him to the match-winning knock against Pakistan in the T20 World Cup last year.

If we were more Bharat...: Jaishankar on India-China ties

If we were more Bharat...: Jaishankar on India-China ties

Rediff.com4 Jan 2024

The external affairs minister also recalled how Pandit Nehru was hesitant in taking assistance from the United States following the 1962 war with China as he was unsure how it would be seen.

Want to Know What Uorfi Javed Is Really Like?

Want to Know What Uorfi Javed Is Really Like?

Rediff.com20 Mar 2024

Amazon Prime Video has announced a huge number of assorted Web series and movies, and the slate sure looks interesting.

IPL PIX: DC's Lalit, Axar script epic win over Mumbai Indians

IPL PIX: DC's Lalit, Axar script epic win over Mumbai Indians

Rediff.com27 Mar 2022

IMAGES from the IPL 2022 game between Delhi Capitals and Mumbai Indians in Mumbai, on Sunday

CCI nods Reliance's Rs 2,850 crore buy of Metro's India biz

CCI nods Reliance's Rs 2,850 crore buy of Metro's India biz

Rediff.com14 Mar 2023

The Competition Commission of India (CCI) on Tuesday said it has approved Reliance Retail Venture's acquisition of German firm Metro AG's wholesale operations in India. Reliance Retail Ventures Ltd (RRVL) is a subsidiary of Reliance Industries Ltd (RIL) while Metro Cash & Carry India is engaged in the wholesale operations in India. In December last year, it was announced that RRVL had signed definitive agreements to acquire a 100 per cent equity stake in the company for a total cash consideration of Rs 2,850 crore.

Why was Nitin Desai depressed over his finances?

Why was Nitin Desai depressed over his finances?

Rediff.com2 Aug 2023

'Why go to the trouble to build elaborate sets when it could all be done in front of a green screen?'' 'Nitin lost out on a lot of good work; film-makers no longer needed his lavish studio in Karjat as much as they did earlier.'

PHOTOS: Australia beat South Africa in epic Test nailbiter

PHOTOS: Australia beat South Africa in epic Test nailbiter

Rediff.com5 Mar 2014

Australia won the third and final Test against South Africa by 245 runs at Newlands in a nailbiting finish with just 27 balls to spare after a day of epic home resistance.

'General Zia was real startled'

'General Zia was real startled'

Rediff.com21 Mar 2024

'But he was very quick and did a very stylish adab.' 'Of course, I didn't expect him to hug.'

Murray beats Djokovic in epic US Open final

Murray beats Djokovic in epic US Open final

Rediff.com11 Sep 2012

Andy Murray of Britain won the US Open men's singles final at Flushing Meadows on Monday. The Scotsman beat Serbia's defending champion Novak Djokovic 7-6, 7-5, 2-6, 3-6, 6-2 in the final at Arthur Ashe Stadium.

'Kriti Hasn't Cut Her Price After Adipurush'

'Kriti Hasn't Cut Her Price After Adipurush'

Rediff.com30 Jun 2023

'Shouldn't Prabhas shoulder a part of the responsibility for the film's failure?'

Aus Open photos: Djokovic beats Murray in epic

Aus Open photos: Djokovic beats Murray in epic

Rediff.com27 Jan 2012

World No. 1 Novak Djokovic fought off what appeared to be breathing problems and fatigue to advance to the final of the Australian Open following an epic five-set semi-final victory over Britain's Andy Murray.

Ram devotees across the globe celebrate Ayodhya consecration

Ram devotees across the globe celebrate Ayodhya consecration

Rediff.com22 Jan 2024

While main events throughout the country were organised on Sunday by the Vishwa Hindu Parishad of America, several community members gathered at the iconic Times Square in New York to celebrate the historic event.

Injured Prannoy withdraws from Denmark and French Open

Injured Prannoy withdraws from Denmark and French Open

Rediff.com16 Oct 2023

Star Indian shuttler HS Prannoy has pulled out of the Denmark Open Super 750 tournament due to a back injury that troubled him during his maiden bronze medal-winning run at the recently-concluded Asian Games.

Hindu Influence Is Visible All Over Cambodia

Hindu Influence Is Visible All Over Cambodia

Rediff.com27 Dec 2023

Brahma, Vishnu, Shiva, Ram, Laxmi, stories from the Hindu epics are seen in carvings, paintings and murals, as well as recognisable figures from mythology, like Garuda, Sheshnag, Nandi and Apsaras, notes Deepa Gahlot, savouring the beauty of Cambodia.

Cummins banishes captaincy queries with World Cup heroics

Cummins banishes captaincy queries with World Cup heroics

Rediff.com18 Nov 2023

Pat Cummins may be undecided about his future as Australia's One-Day International captain after the World Cup but few of his compatriots will be urging him to stand down after his efforts in India.

When Australia Defeated India In A Final...

When Australia Defeated India In A Final...

Rediff.com18 Nov 2023

Ahead of the blockbuster final in Ahmedabad, a look at how the 2003 World Cup played out between India and Australia.

Safina beats Venus in epic semi-final

Safina beats Venus in epic semi-final

Rediff.com9 May 2009

World number one Dinara Safina came from behind to win an epic contest with Venus Williams 6-7, 6-3, 6-4 on Friday and set up an all-Russian final at the Italian Open in Rome. Safina rallied from a set and 2-0 down to earn the right to face her compatriot Svetlana Kuznetsova, who barged past Belarussian Victoria Azarenka with a 6-2, 6-4 win.

Modi most successful PM, is nationalist and internationalist, says Ambani

Modi most successful PM, is nationalist and internationalist, says Ambani

Rediff.com10 Jan 2024

Narendra Modi is India's most successful prime minister and the greatest global leader of current generation, billionaire Mukesh Ambani said on Wednesday as he flaunted his group Reliance Industries' Gujarati heritage and its over USD 150 billion (Rs 12 lakh crore) investment in last 10 years.

Loss At Byju's May Only Be Tip Of Iceberg

Loss At Byju's May Only Be Tip Of Iceberg

Rediff.com18 Nov 2023

'Byju's financials only reflect the core business. At a group level, they are experiencing substantial losses.'

Like Deepika's Look In Project K?

Like Deepika's Look In Project K?

Rediff.com19 Jul 2023

The makers of the upcoming sci-fi Project K unveiled the long-awaited official first look of Deepika Padukone from the film.

Carnatic Music Goes From Raga To Rage

Carnatic Music Goes From Raga To Rage

Rediff.com29 Mar 2024

They all seem to forget that the Music Academy is as much an independent institution as T M Krishna is an individual musician. In drawing those red lines for the Academy management, they do not even seem to recognise that they too have crossed a red line themselves, points out N Sathiya Moorthy.

Kriti Prays For Adipurush

Kriti Prays For Adipurush

Rediff.com30 May 2023

Ms Sanon flew to Nashik to pray at the Sita Gufa Mandir there.

WC PHOTOS: NZ batters put on an exhibition in England mauling

WC PHOTOS: NZ batters put on an exhibition in England mauling

Rediff.com5 Oct 2023

Devon Conway and Rachin Ravindra smashed rapid unbeaten centuries to set up New Zealand's successful pursuit of a 283-run victory target, which came with 13.4 overs to spare.

Hindus are tolerant but why are they tested every time, asks HC on Adipurush

Hindus are tolerant but why are they tested every time, asks HC on Adipurush

Rediff.com27 Jun 2023

The Allahabad high court on Tuesday expressed concern over the way key characters of the epic Ramayana have been depicted in the controversial movie Adipurush, saying, "Hindus are tolerant but why they are tested every time?"

Parineeti-Raghav's Unique Pre-Wedding Rituals

Parineeti-Raghav's Unique Pre-Wedding Rituals

Rediff.com3 Oct 2023

Parineeti Chopra and Raghav Chadha's pre-wedding rituals were nothing what you'd expect.

Where You Can Watch Shyam Benegal's Best Films

Where You Can Watch Shyam Benegal's Best Films

Rediff.com14 Dec 2023

As Shyam Benegal turns 89 on December 14, Subhash K Jha takes a look at 10 of his best films and tells you where you can watch them.

'Adipurush' dialogues altered; ticket prices cut

'Adipurush' dialogues altered; ticket prices cut

Rediff.com21 Jun 2023

The controversy-ridden film, which registered a bumper opening at the box office only to witness a major drop in collections as negative word of mouth spread on social media, is now screening in theatres with altered dialogues.

State-of-the-art Ayodhya airport set for takeoff, Modi to open on Saturday

State-of-the-art Ayodhya airport set for takeoff, Modi to open on Saturday

Rediff.com29 Dec 2023

The main road that leads from Sitapur Road side to the airport has been decked up with several posters carrying images of Prime Minister Modi, and a welcome message.

World Cup Chess: Praggnanandhaa enters last four

World Cup Chess: Praggnanandhaa enters last four

Rediff.com17 Aug 2023

Indian Grandmaster R Praggnanandhaa defeated compatriot Arjun Erigaisi 5-4 via the sudden death tie-break to enter the semifinals of the FIDE World Cup chess tournament in Baku on Thursday.

Two-tonne bell, 1-tonne lamp: Gifts pour in for Ram temple from India, abroad

Two-tonne bell, 1-tonne lamp: Gifts pour in for Ram temple from India, abroad

Rediff.com10 Jan 2024

More than 3,000 gifts for Lord Ram from Sita's birthplace in Janakpur in Nepal have arrived in Ayodhya.

Isner wins Wimbledon epic after over 11 hours

Isner wins Wimbledon epic after over 11 hours

Rediff.com24 Jun 2010

The world's longest tennis match finally ended at Wimbledon on Thursday when John Isner claimed the incredulous fifth set of a three-day epic against Nicolas Mahut 70-68 after 11 hours and five minutes on court. Isner won 6-4, 3-6, 6-7, 7-6, 70-68.

The '90s Bollywood Heroines Are Back!

The '90s Bollywood Heroines Are Back!

Rediff.com24 Jan 2024

The OTT boom has proved a boon for a lot of hibernating '90s beauties as they rediscover themselves in exciting new avatars.

PM Modi, Sehwag hail Sindhu after epic World Championship final

PM Modi, Sehwag hail Sindhu after epic World Championship final

Rediff.com27 Aug 2017

Prime Minister Narendra Modi led the nation in hailing PV Sindhu's awe-inspiring performance at the World Championship, where she ended a silver-medallist after losing a breathtaking final.

'I accept that people's...': 'Adipurush' writer apologises

'I accept that people's...': 'Adipurush' writer apologises

Rediff.com8 Jul 2023

The film was criticised heavily for its pedestrian language upon its release last month.

Gufi Paintal Of Mahabharat Fame Dies

Gufi Paintal Of Mahabharat Fame Dies

Rediff.com5 Jun 2023

Gufi Paintal, best known for playing Shakuni mama in the epic television serial Mahabharat, died on Monday at a Mumbai hospital due to age-related issues. He was 79.

When Sudha, Narayana Murthy Broke Up

When Sudha, Narayana Murthy Broke Up

Rediff.com19 Feb 2024

After agonizing over this for weeks, he made a decision. When they met after work one evening, he startled her by blurting out, 'I think we should break up.' A moving excerpt from Chitra Banerjee Divakaruni's An Uncommon Love: The Early Life of Sudha and Narayana Murthy.