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Citadel: Honey Bunny: Varun-Sam Fire Up Guns & Stunts

Citadel: Honey Bunny: Varun-Sam Fire Up Guns & Stunts

Rediff.com16 Oct 2024

Varun and Samantha's electric chemistry remains the highlight amid all that action, making for a trustworthy team that will not disappoint, says Mayur Sanap.

Meet The Vada Pav Girl

Meet The Vada Pav Girl

Rediff.com1 Jul 2024

Chandrika Dixit aka the Vada Pav girl from Delhi is one of the contestants on Bigg Boss OTT 3 and we aren't surprised at all, courtesy how viral she's been on social media.

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.'

Why Brands Are Chasing Gukesh

Why Brands Are Chasing Gukesh

Rediff.com14 Dec 2024

'With an achievement like this, Gukesh could even be endorsing global brands.'

Green Mobility To Get Bigger Boost Under Modi 3.0

Green Mobility To Get Bigger Boost Under Modi 3.0

Rediff.com10 Jun 2024

As Modi's government embarks on its third term, apart from ensuring these schemes boost India's green mobility, addressing bottlenecks like battery swapping and meeting PLI deadlines are likely to be the government's major tasks.

Cook picks Root's closest rival: Not Kohli or Smith

Cook picks Root's closest rival: Not Kohli or Smith

Rediff.com22 Oct 2024

Former England captain Alastair Cook believes at the "precise moment in time" the in-form Joe Root is only matched by New Zealand's Kane Williamson.

Ranji Trophy: Jadeja picks 12 as Saurashtra trounce Pant's Delhi

Ranji Trophy: Jadeja picks 12 as Saurashtra trounce Pant's Delhi

Rediff.com24 Jan 2025

Saurashtra all but ensured Delhi's exit from Ranji Trophy with a 10-wicket victory inside two days in Group D, in Rajkot, on Friday.

Trump's Hollywood Walk of Fame star destroyed

Trump's Hollywood Walk of Fame star destroyed

Rediff.com27 Oct 2016

On Wednesday, a suspect used a pick axe and sledgehammer to carve the Republican presidential nominee's name out of the sidewalk.

Bollywood Heads To Goa

Bollywood Heads To Goa

Rediff.com21 Nov 2024

The 55th International Film Festival of India kicked off in India's party venue, Goa, and the stars added to the dazzle.

1.5 cr take holy dip daring intense cold as Maha Kumbh begins

1.5 cr take holy dip daring intense cold as Maha Kumbh begins

Rediff.com13 Jan 2025

The Maha Kumbh, the world's largest religious gathering, began in Prayagraj, India, with millions taking a dip in the Sangam, the confluence of the Ganges, Yamuna, and Saraswati rivers. Devotees from across India and the world converged for the 45-day event, which is considered to be a particularly auspicious one this year due to celestial alignments. The event is a major logistical challenge for the government, which has implemented several crowd-control measures and security measures to ensure the safety of the millions of pilgrims.

Who's This Gorgeous Golden Girl?

Who's This Gorgeous Golden Girl?

Rediff.com9 Oct 2024

The Elle India Fashion Awards 2024's red carpet - Rediff.com's Hitesh Harisinghani was there with his trusty camera -- saw celebs sashay in high-fashion outfits, especially in dramatic cascading satin gowns and sleek tuxedos.

Pay Rs 2 cr or will kill you: Man threatens Salman, NCP's Zeeshan; held

Pay Rs 2 cr or will kill you: Man threatens Salman, NCP's Zeeshan; held

Rediff.com30 Oct 2024

Bollywood actor Salman Khan has allegedly received a death threat again along with a demand of Rs 2 crore following which the Mumbai police have registered a first information report (FIR) against an unidentified person, an official on Wednesday.

Manushi's Palat Moment

Manushi's Palat Moment

Rediff.com26 Sep 2024

Salman pumps up for Sikandar... Yami's sunshine life... Abhay wants to know...

'Thala Forever'!

'Thala Forever'!

Rediff.com19 May 2024

It felt like a home game for CSK with the fans in the stadium showing their adoration for Mahendra Singh Dhoni.

India's 10 Prettiest Villages

India's 10 Prettiest Villages

Rediff.com4 Nov 2024

Here's your travel guide to exploring some of India's most beautiful villages.

Atiq's killers wanted fame, sure of 'getting benefits in future'

Atiq's killers wanted fame, sure of 'getting benefits in future'

Rediff.com16 Apr 2023

The three assailants, who were arrested after shooting dead gangster-turned-politician Atiq Ahmed and his brother Ashraf in Prayagraj, confessed to their crime on Sunday, adding that they did it to 'become popular'.

How Australia plan to counter Bumrah in Adelaide Test

How Australia plan to counter Bumrah in Adelaide Test

Rediff.com3 Dec 2024

Jasprit Bumrah dismantled Australia's batting in both innings with eight wickets in the match to bowl India to a huge 295-run victory in the first Test in Perth.

Why EV sales set roads on fire in July

Why EV sales set roads on fire in July

Rediff.com2 Aug 2024

Sales of electric vehicles (EVs) in July touched 178,948 units, marking the highest monthly sales this financial year. This represents a 27.9 per cent increase from June, which saw 139,905 units sold, according to the Vahan data from the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways. The strong performance in July contributed to more than one million being sold in the first seven months of the calendar year.

Tata Motors launches mid-sized electric SUV, Curvv at Rs 17.49 lakh

Tata Motors launches mid-sized electric SUV, Curvv at Rs 17.49 lakh

Rediff.com7 Aug 2024

Tata Motors on Wednesday said it remains confident about the long-term prospects of the electric vehicle segment and termed the fall in sales numbers a "short-term" issue. In an interaction with PTI at the launch of the company's first mid-sized electric SUV, Curvv.ev, at a starting price of Rs 17.49 lakh (with 45 kWh battery) Shailesh Chandra, managing director of Tata Motors Passenger Vehicle and Tata Passenger Electric, said that the company is looking to achieve one-lakh electric vehicle sales this financial year. Curvv EV is the second car based on the advanced Pure EV architecture - acti.ev, which marks Tata Motors' entry into the highly competitive mid-size SUV segment and will be competing with the likes of MG ZS EV, Hyundai Creta and Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara, among others.

The Tribe Is Glamorous But Brutal

The Tribe Is Glamorous But Brutal

Rediff.com8 Oct 2024

The Kardashians serve as a blueprint for The Tribe's own journey, observes Shristi Sahoo.

Why Varun-Samantha Had To Do Action Themselves

Why Varun-Samantha Had To Do Action Themselves

Rediff.com29 Oct 2024

'In the current world of action cinema, where everything is high-tech and glossy, what if we go back in time and take out all the gadgets?'

Kriti, Shraddha Watch Munjya

Kriti, Shraddha Watch Munjya

Rediff.com7 Jun 2024

Maddock Films' horror-comedy Munjya releases today, June 7, and a special screening of the film was held on Thursday night.

India's transition could make for a tough Aus tour

India's transition could make for a tough Aus tour

Rediff.com19 Nov 2024

With Kohli and Rohit misfiring, the pressure has mounted on opener Yashasvi Jaiswal and India's middle order to put the kind of scores on the board their bowlers can defend.

'No impact of elections on commercial vehicles market'

'No impact of elections on commercial vehicles market'

Rediff.com15 May 2024

'In April, we saw a 10 per cent growth in our own volumes.'

Is Prithvi Shaw Headed The Kambli Way?

Is Prithvi Shaw Headed The Kambli Way?

Rediff.com24 Oct 2024

Shaw's lack of attendance at crucial training sessions, particularly after poor performances, coupled with a lax approach to fitness, has alarmed the Mumbai team management and led to tough choices.

Nageeye steals the show in NYC marathon

Nageeye steals the show in NYC marathon

Rediff.com4 Nov 2024

Dutchman Abdi Nageeye survived a tense battle through the final mile to win the New York City Marathon in two hours seven minutes and 39 seconds on Sunday

Waack Girls Review: Worth A Watch

Waack Girls Review: Worth A Watch

Rediff.com22 Nov 2024

Waack Girls, that captures the moods of Kolkata, follows an oft-used template. So there's not much novelty to look for in the plot, but the actors are excellent, applauds Deepa Gahlot.

The Amjad Khan We Didn't Know

The Amjad Khan We Didn't Know

Rediff.com12 Nov 2024

None of Amjad Khan's subsequent roles could outshine Sholay. He had begun his career at the top and had no higher peaks left to conquer. Dinesh Raheja salutes the iconic actor on his 80th birth anniversary.

Heroes We Must Be Proud Of!

Heroes We Must Be Proud Of!

Rediff.com3 Dec 2024

Rahul Ramagude plays cricket from a wheelchair. Geeta Chauhan is a wheelchair racer with Olympic aspirations. Siddanth uses technology to enhance movement coordination of mentally challenged children. On the International Day of the Disabled, A Ganesh Nadar meets three youngsters making a difference.

'Focus on Test cricket, not T20 leagues'

'Focus on Test cricket, not T20 leagues'

Rediff.com13 May 2024

Vengsarkar urges young players to target playing Test cricket

When Security Wouldn't Let The Ustad In

When Security Wouldn't Let The Ustad In

Rediff.com31 Dec 2024

'The security guards at the stadium did not recognise him. He kept saying he was Zakir Hussain but they did not permit him to enter.' 'Zakir bhai was calm and told me it is not their fault. They were doing their job.'

Why have thousands of kindergartens shut down in China?

Why have thousands of kindergartens shut down in China?

Rediff.com27 Oct 2024

In 2023, the number of kindergartens fell by 14,808 to 274,400, the annual report by the Chinese education ministry stated. It is the second consecutive annual decline in the latest indicator of China's falling birth rates.

Paes-Daniell enter semis of Hall of Fame Open

Paes-Daniell enter semis of Hall of Fame Open

Rediff.com20 Jul 2019

The third-seeded Indo-Kiwi combination prevailed 6-4, 5-7, 14-12 over the Australian-Swede combine of Matthew Ebden and Robert Lindsted, in the quarter-finals after saving three match points.

11 EV makers get EMPS nod

11 EV makers get EMPS nod

Rediff.com11 Apr 2024

The Ministry of Heavy Industries has approved 11 electric vehicle (EV) manufacturers, including Ather Energy, Bajaj Auto, Hero MotoCorp, Ola Electric, and Mahindra, to receive incentives under the recently introduced Electric Mobility Promotion Scheme (EMPS) 2024. "A total of 11 firms have been granted approval under the EMPS, with several more under consideration," informed a senior official of the ministry to Business Standard. The scheme aims to sustain the growth in EV sales, replacing the Faster Adoption and Manufacturing of Electric Vehicles - II (FAME-II) scheme.

Where's Rahul Vacationing?

Where's Rahul Vacationing?

Rediff.com20 Jun 2024

Rahul took to Instagram, sharing a series of photos and videos capturing Athiya and his European adventures.

Religare hikes stake in Fame India

Religare hikes stake in Fame India

Rediff.com5 Apr 2010

The takeover battle for Fame India further heated up with financial services provider Religare Securities on Monday hiking its stake to 5.82 per cent in the multiplex chain operator on behalf of some its clients.

Singham Again Review: Simmba Saves The Day

Singham Again Review: Simmba Saves The Day

Rediff.com1 Nov 2024

Singham Again is action heavy, so its appeal is limited to fans of the genre, observes Deepa Gahlot.

'India Has Lost The Most Humane Storyteller Of Our Time'

'India Has Lost The Most Humane Storyteller Of Our Time'

Rediff.com25 Dec 2024

'He was a visionary who redefined storytelling and inspired generations.'

A Touch Of Jasmin In Mauritius

A Touch Of Jasmin In Mauritius

Rediff.com19 May 2024

Bigg Boss 14 fame Jasmin Bhasin is holidaying in Mauritius and she gives us a sneak peek.

'Wouldn't be surprised to see Kohli score runs in Perth'

'Wouldn't be surprised to see Kohli score runs in Perth'

Rediff.com9 Nov 2024

Virat Kohli should not be judged on the basis of his current form, said Australia's batting great Ricky Ponting.