News for 'FAME'

A Complete Unknown Review: An Enigma Called Bob Dylan

A Complete Unknown Review: An Enigma Called Bob Dylan

Rediff.com28 Feb 2025

Through Bob Dylan's music, lyrics, and Timothe Chalamet's superb acting, we feel we have rubbed shoulders with greatness, even when it is full of flaws, self-doubts, warts and all, observes Aseem Chhabra.

The desi in NBA's Hall of Fame

The desi in NBA's Hall of Fame

Rediff.com24 May 2021

'My mission is to bring the world together by the game of basketball.'

I've never seen anything like it: Cook on England's 'Bazball'

I've never seen anything like it: Cook on England's 'Bazball'

Rediff.com22 Oct 2024

Speaking to ICC in an interview, Cook said that the game has certainly made a big jump in regards to what is possible in Tests.

Ponting inducted into ICC 'Hall of Fame'

Ponting inducted into ICC 'Hall of Fame'

Rediff.com26 Dec 2018

Ponting received his commemorative cap from compatriot ICC Cricket Hall of Famer Glenn McGrath during the tea break

Head, Sutherland bag top honours at Australian Cricket Awards

Head, Sutherland bag top honours at Australian Cricket Awards

Rediff.com3 Feb 2025

Australia pacer Josh Hazlewood claimed the Men's Test Player-of-the-Year award. It marked his first Australian Cricket Award, with Hazlewood taking 30 wickets at just 13.16 in Tests against the West Indies, New Zealand, and India.

Hero Electric, Benling barred from all EV incentive schemes

Hero Electric, Benling barred from all EV incentive schemes

Rediff.com29 May 2024

The Ministry of Heavy Industries (MHI) has debarred Hero Electric and Benling India, two defaulters under its flagship Faster Adoption and Manufacturing of Electric Vehicles in India Phase-II (FAME-II) scheme, from participating in any of its incentive programmes in future. This action follows the ministry's findings that the phased manufacturing programme (PMP) guidelines were violated by these two companies, senior officials told

Himachal: Paragliders collide mid-air, Belgian national killed

Himachal: Paragliders collide mid-air, Belgian national killed

Rediff.com30 Oct 2024

A Belgian paraglider was killed after colliding mid-air with another paraglider in Himachal's Kangra district, five days ahead of the Paragliding World Cup 2024 set to take place in Bir-Billing, police said on Wednesday.

She Stole The Show At Gladiator II Premiere

She Stole The Show At Gladiator II Premiere

Rediff.com14 Nov 2024

Hollywood's big release Gladiator II saw a royal premiere in London, as the cast was greeted warmly by King Charles III.

Lakers icon Bryant inducted into NBA Hall Of Fame

Lakers icon Bryant inducted into NBA Hall Of Fame

Rediff.com16 May 2021

Los Angeles Lakers legend Kobe Bryant was inducted posthumously into the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame on Saturday.

Which Would You Choose: Gelephu or Neom?

Which Would You Choose: Gelephu or Neom?

Rediff.com6 Dec 2024

Live on one of Gelephu's inhabitable bridges where elephants will saunter past, be it day or night; or be homed in a never-ending building with flying cars and robot maids? asks ambivalent Sandeep Goyal.

'We Don't Know India'

'We Don't Know India'

Rediff.com12 Feb 2025

'I believe India is very different from Bombay, Delhi and Kolkata.'

Jaipur Lit Fest: Words Against War

Jaipur Lit Fest: Words Against War

Rediff.com28 Jan 2025

'Our fractured world has been embroiled in wars and hatred, and many sessions reflect these concerns.'

Amitbhai Bows To Lalbaugcha Raja

Amitbhai Bows To Lalbaugcha Raja

Rediff.com11 Sep 2024

Home Minister Amit A Shah took a break from his frenetic governmental and political decision making to worship at the famed Lalbaugcha Raja Ganpati pandal in Mumbai.

Mamta Kulkarni: 'I Have Not Come Back For Bollywood'

Mamta Kulkarni: 'I Have Not Come Back For Bollywood'

Rediff.com19 Dec 2024

'I have no connection with the D (drug) world.'

The Silent Crisis of Student Suicides

The Silent Crisis of Student Suicides

Rediff.com4 Mar 2025

What is pushing students to take this extreme step?

'People Said I Was A Bewaqoof'

'People Said I Was A Bewaqoof'

Rediff.com11 Feb 2025

'Everything in life is about timing.' 'I came to films when the disco craze had started.' Everything just fell into place: The shorts, the slimness, the songs, and my combination with Usha Uthup and Bappi Lahiri.'

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.

Tendulkar inducted into ICC Hall of Fame

Tendulkar inducted into ICC Hall of Fame

Rediff.com19 Jul 2019

Sachin Tendulkar is the sixth Indian to be inducted into the ICC Cricket Hall of Fame.

Trump Turns Up At Lit Fests All Over!

Trump Turns Up At Lit Fests All Over!

Rediff.com15 Feb 2025

The dramatic moves of Donald Trump, which have shaken up the global order, dominated the discussion. A sense of bewilderment prevailed, but there was also expectation that President Trump would settle down to a more traditional style of governance after a time of shock and awe, observes Ambassador T P Sreenivasan, an attendee at literary festivals in Calicut, Jaipur, Kochi, Sharjah and Thiruvanathapuram.

Milind Rege, The Last of the Mohicans

Milind Rege, The Last of the Mohicans

Rediff.com20 Feb 2025

'He devoted his entire life for the betterment of Mumbai cricket and cricketers.' 'Even when he left for the Elysian Fields, he was in harness as mentor/advisor to the MCA.' Hemant Kenkre mourns the passing of Mumbai cricket icon Milind Rege.

'Most Problems In Life Arise From...'

'Most Problems In Life Arise From...'

Rediff.com19 Feb 2025

'When The Mehta Boys was offered to me, I wasn't very sure.' 'I was doing Bambai Meri Jaan and Khakee at that point. I felt I should do something bigger.' 'I felt a soft film is not what I would want to do.'

EMPS 2024: OEMs can claim incentives twice a month, Aadhaar mandatory

EMPS 2024: OEMs can claim incentives twice a month, Aadhaar mandatory

Rediff.com11 Jul 2024

The government has taken a slew of steps to boost the sales of electric two-wheelers and three-wheelers under its Electric Mobility Promotion Scheme (EMPS) 2024, which includes allowing manufacturers to upload claims twice a month and gives them a 120-day window to submit it. The Rs 500-crore scheme -- which had replaced the flagship Faster Adoption and Manufacturing of Electric Vehicles (FAME) scheme-- comes to an end on July 31st.

Stand by Adani report, closure not due to threats, says Hindenburg founder

Stand by Adani report, closure not due to threats, says Hindenburg founder

Rediff.com4 Feb 2025

Activist short-seller Nathan Anderson, known for his high-profile campaigns against the likes of Adani Group, said he is closing his firm, Hindenburg Research, not because of any threat -- legal or otherwise -- and that he stands by all its reports.

Sthalekar, Abbas and Kallis inducted into ICC Hall of Fame

Sthalekar, Abbas and Kallis inducted into ICC Hall of Fame

Rediff.com23 Aug 2020

'Never in my wildest dreams did I believe that I would ever get to join such an illustrious group of players'

Joker Folie a Deux Review: Lady Gaga Saves A Futile Sequel

Joker Folie a Deux Review: Lady Gaga Saves A Futile Sequel

Rediff.com4 Oct 2024

Despite its attempt at compounding the complexity of Arthur Fleck, watching Joker: Folie Deux is a slog, feels Deepa Gahlot.

When Hansika, Shriya, Sobhitha Choose To Bedazzle

When Hansika, Shriya, Sobhitha Choose To Bedazzle

Rediff.com12 Dec 2024

What makes temple jewellery so special?

Meet Ananya's Bae, Muskkaan

Meet Ananya's Bae, Muskkaan

Rediff.com11 Sep 2024

She is quirky when it comes to fashion and her unique sense of style comes as a breath of fresh air.

It's attention to detail for trophy-hunting Satwik-Chirag

It's attention to detail for trophy-hunting Satwik-Chirag

Rediff.com14 Jan 2025

With the Paris Olympics looming, Chirag and Satwik didn't compete in too many tournaments last year, but they plan to play in more events this season.

'In quest for moksha': Foreigners take dip in Sangam

'In quest for moksha': Foreigners take dip in Sangam

Rediff.com13 Jan 2025

Among a sea of humanity that took the holy dip in the Sangam in their quest for 'moksha' on Monday was a large number of overseas visitors, soaking in the spiritual fervour at the world's largest gathering of humans.

Pix: Lalbaugcha Raja's Grand Visarjan Procession

Pix: Lalbaugcha Raja's Grand Visarjan Procession

Rediff.com17 Sep 2024

Here are some glimpses of the thousands of devotees who have lined the roads though which Lalbaugcha Raja, one of Mumbai's most famed Ganeshas, is being taken for immersion at Girgaon, Chowpatty, in south Mumbai.

Kohli Shows Off His Bihu Step

Kohli Shows Off His Bihu Step

Rediff.com5 Aug 2024

After a routine catch to dismiss Sadeera Samarawickrama, Kohli surprised everyone by breaking into a spontaneous dance move reminiscent of Riyan Parag's signature Bihu step.

Dravid, Ponting inducted into ICC's Hall of Fame

Dravid, Ponting inducted into ICC's Hall of Fame

Rediff.com2 Jul 2018

Former India captain Rahul Dravid and Australian legend Ricky Ponting have been inducted into the ICC Cricket Hall of Fame for their stupendous achievements in international cricket.

Why The Pardesi Girl Quit The Movies

Why The Pardesi Girl Quit The Movies

Rediff.com12 Nov 2024

'Mom trusted the wrong people, and let the wrong kind of elements get into our life.'

The rise of the social media savvy Olympians

The rise of the social media savvy Olympians

Rediff.com22 Jul 2024

Athletes on the hunt for Olympic gold will also be chasing likes and follows on social media in Paris, as a battle for a coveted piece of viral fame kicks off at the Games.

SEE: AB, Gayle inducted into the RCB Hall of Fame

SEE: AB, Gayle inducted into the RCB Hall of Fame

Rediff.com17 May 2022

Former RCB skipper Virat Kohli made the announcement about the inductions of his two dear mates.

'A GOAT Retires'

'A GOAT Retires'

Rediff.com18 Dec 2024

'I do feel there's a bit of punch left in me as a cricketer, but I would like to ... showcase that in club level cricket.'

Sara's Stunning Photoshoot

Sara's Stunning Photoshoot

Rediff.com7 Sep 2024

Sara Ali Khan makes pretty pictures, and she knows it.

The untold story behind Jaiswal's confidence

The untold story behind Jaiswal's confidence

Rediff.com26 Nov 2024

Brought up in penury, the sensational Yashasvi Jaiswal says he now uses the experience gained from those difficult days as ammunition to conquer the battles on and off the field.

Mammootty, Mohanlal, Fahadh Want To Tell Stories

Mammootty, Mohanlal, Fahadh Want To Tell Stories

Rediff.com17 Jul 2024

Arjun Menon gives us a preview of what the Manorathangal series will offer us.

Can Ranji Match IPL's Star Power?

Can Ranji Match IPL's Star Power?

Rediff.com1 Feb 2025

'The IPL provides a different ladder in terms of recognition.' 'If you do well, you will obviously get noticed and it enhances your selection into white-ball formats.'