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Janhvi, Nitibha And The Magic Called India

Janhvi, Nitibha And The Magic Called India

Rediff.com1 Jun 2025

From gorgeous gowns to sleek suits, the stars at Cannes showed us Indian-designed outfits that were a unique expression of style and artistry.

'Today, I Can't Get Married...'

'Today, I Can't Get Married...'

Rediff.com2 Jun 2025

'Marriage is a step that you need to think and re-think again and again'

How Rakul, Deepika Defy Fashion Rules!

How Rakul, Deepika Defy Fashion Rules!

Rediff.com28 May 2025

Some celebrities defy fashion convention by choosing sneakers for comfort.

Sharvari, Shraddha, Aahana Are Festive Ready

Sharvari, Shraddha, Aahana Are Festive Ready

Rediff.com3 Sep 2024

With Ganesh Chaturthi just around the corner, it's time for the shringaar that will make you an Insta star.

Those daring to wipe off our sisters' sindoor...: Modi

Those daring to wipe off our sisters' sindoor...: Modi

Rediff.com26 May 2025

'The country that came into existence after Partition lives on hatred for India. It only wants to harm Bharat. However, India's goals are to remove poverty, bring about economic development and become a developed nation'

Cannes 2025: Ruchi Gujjar's Bold Modi Bling

Cannes 2025: Ruchi Gujjar's Bold Modi Bling

Rediff.com21 May 2025

She wore an unusual necklace featuring Prime Minister Narendra Modi's face on the red carpet.

PIX: Messi falls just short as Al-Ahly hold Inter Miami

PIX: Messi falls just short as Al-Ahly hold Inter Miami

Rediff.com15 Jun 2025

Lionel Messi drew vast crowds and showed flashes of his brilliance when his Inter Miami side were held to a goalless draw by African giants Al-Ahly as the revamped Club World Cup got off to a festive start on Saturday.

'Today's Traveller Is Driven More By Moods And Moments...'

'Today's Traveller Is Driven More By Moods And Moments...'

Rediff.com26 Jun 2025

'...than by the calendar.' Indian travellers are no longer restricting their getaways to summer or winter holidays.

'No provocative slogans, display of weapons': Yogi on Kanwar Yatra, Muharram

'No provocative slogans, display of weapons': Yogi on Kanwar Yatra, Muharram

Rediff.com26 Jun 2025

"This entire period is highly sensitive in terms of law and order, healthcare, sanitation, education, and disaster management. Hence, all related departments and district administrations must work with coordination and accountability," Adityanath said, according to an official statement.

Himanta defends shoot-at-sight order in Dhubri amid communal tensions

Himanta defends shoot-at-sight order in Dhubri amid communal tensions

Rediff.com15 Jun 2025

Opposition parties, including the Congress, have criticised the government for issuing the order to control communal tension in Dhubri town.

Urban demand stress under watch, festivals may boost consumption: FinMin

Urban demand stress under watch, festivals may boost consumption: FinMin

Rediff.com29 Oct 2024

Days before Diwali, the monthly economic review by the finance ministry has highlighted moderation in urban demand, softening consumer sentiments and limited footfall as areas that need to be watched. In its review, released on Monday, the ministry also noted the early signs of artificial intelligence displacing workers, as described in anecdotal reports. The commentary from several large consumer goods companies, including Nestl India, Hindustan Unilever, and ITC, in their recent quarterly earnings, has been around a sluggish urban demand. Rural consumption, however, has mostly seen a revival, the companies pointed out.

Is Lakshmi Manchu Among The Traitors?

Is Lakshmi Manchu Among The Traitors?

Rediff.com3 Jun 2025

Lakshmi Manchu, actress, producer and television presenter, will be among the contestants on Karan Johar's upcoming reality show, The Traitors.

5 Most Colourful Kite Festivals Across The World

5 Most Colourful Kite Festivals Across The World

Rediff.com13 Jan 2025

Kites bring communities all over the globe together and celebrate both tradition and culture. And what colour!

Festive Hires: 1 Million Gig Workers, 250,000 Contractual Workers

Festive Hires: 1 Million Gig Workers, 250,000 Contractual Workers

Rediff.com17 Aug 2024

Companies like Flipkart, Amazon and Meesho as well as quick commerce ones like Blinkit, Zepto and Swiggy Instamart may create hundreds of thousands of seasonal jobs for the coming festival season.

Bus Strike In Maharashtra Ahead Of Ganesh Festival

Bus Strike In Maharashtra Ahead Of Ganesh Festival

Rediff.com3 Sep 2024

On Tuesday, September 3, 2024, the Maharashtra ST Kamgar Sanyukt Kruti Samiti called a sudden strike ahead of the Ganpati festival.

Rakul Gets Tanned In Bali

Rakul Gets Tanned In Bali

Rediff.com2 Jun 2025

Mrunal, Pooja shoot in UK... Manushi meets the world's most beautiful women... Disha in Cannes...

Princess Vibes! Janhvi At Cannes

Princess Vibes! Janhvi At Cannes

Rediff.com21 May 2025

The elegant actor walked the red carpet for her film, Homebound.

Purple revolution: How J-K's Bhaderwah became India's lavender capital

Purple revolution: How J-K's Bhaderwah became India's lavender capital

Rediff.com5 Jun 2025

From using lavender in traditional Dogri embroidery to making essential oils, beauty products and food syrups infused with this flowering plant, Bhaderwah, once known for its maize fields, is embracing lavender to bring about an economic transformation to their small town.

Ganesh Festival: 10 Days, 10 Ways To Dress Up

Ganesh Festival: 10 Days, 10 Ways To Dress Up

Rediff.com5 Sep 2024

It's that time of the year again when Ganesh Chaturthi festivities brighten every corner of town and prayers, prasad and pretty clothes are on every faith and fashion enthusiast's mind.

Kolkata Rath Yatra: Lord Jagannath's chariot to roll on Sukhoi jet tyres

Kolkata Rath Yatra: Lord Jagannath's chariot to roll on Sukhoi jet tyres

Rediff.com2 Jun 2025

The chariot, with the new set of tyres, will carry Lord Jagannath on this year's Rath Yatra which will be held on June 27.

Look Who's Wearing Gaurav Gupta At Cannes

Look Who's Wearing Gaurav Gupta At Cannes

Rediff.com23 May 2025

*The designer was all praise for Henson. 'Taraji is a luminous force -- magnetic, unapologetic and unforgettable. We wanted the gown to feel like it was carved from light itself. Sculpted, but not rigid. Sensual, but powerful.'

When Nandita Danced To Kudi Gujarat Di

When Nandita Danced To Kudi Gujarat Di

Rediff.com3 Apr 2025

The four-day CIFF was packed with so many other new projects, like Radhika Apte's first directorial effort Koyta, with Vikramaditya Motwane as the producer, Venkatesh Maha's Ko Ko Ko, Jeo Baby's Punishment and Shonali Bose's Black Mountain Monpa.

Why 500,000 Indians Visited Vietnam

Why 500,000 Indians Visited Vietnam

Rediff.com3 Jul 2025

Stunning landscapes, natural beauty, clean beaches, cultural wealth, mouth-watering food, shopping options, safety for solo travellers, warm hospitality, easy visas, and connectivity make Vietnam a must-visit destination, discovers Ramesh Menon.

'Acting Is In My Karma'

'Acting Is In My Karma'

Rediff.com26 Jun 2025

'The industry has never accepted me.' 'When I was shooting Aashiqui, I would hear comments like, "Yeh toh bahut lambi hai. Heroine nahin dikhti hai".' 'Aashiqui became such a big hit, and you know how the industry is.' 'You have success, then you have everything.'

Maha bus workers end strike ahead of Ganesh festival

Maha bus workers end strike ahead of Ganesh festival

Rediff.com5 Sep 2024

The employees called off the strike following government's assurance of a salary hike

Forget AI: Google AI CEO Wants Students To...

Forget AI: Google AI CEO Wants Students To...

Rediff.com5 Jun 2025

Demis Hassabis' advice is clear: Don't just marvel at artificial intelligence -- study the science and math that make it possible.

Crowd/gate management event organiser's responsibility, KSCA says in letter

Crowd/gate management event organiser's responsibility, KSCA says in letter

Rediff.com7 Jun 2025

After an FIR was lodged against them, KSCA president Raghuram Bhat, secretary A Shankar and treasurer E S Jayaram submitted in the Karnataka high court that the gate management and crowd management were not the responsibility of the association.

12 Delicious Seafood Dishes From The Versova Koli Festival

12 Delicious Seafood Dishes From The Versova Koli Festival

Rediff.com14 Jan 2025

Versova Koli seafood festival is held in the first fortnight every January and it's a foodie's paradise!

Look, Who Payal Kapadia Is Hanging Out With!

Look, Who Payal Kapadia Is Hanging Out With!

Rediff.com14 May 2025

The Mumbai-born film-maker is currently working on two films set in her city, which will form a trilogy along with All We Imagine As Light.

College student gang-raped at Odisha beach; minors among 10 held

College student gang-raped at Odisha beach; minors among 10 held

Rediff.com17 Jun 2025

The incident happened on Sunday night when the woman, an undergraduate student at a private college, went to the beach along with her boyfriend, who is a classmate, on the occasion of the Raja festival, they said.

When These Celebs Broke The Cannes Dress Code...

When These Celebs Broke The Cannes Dress Code...

Rediff.com26 May 2025

They brought fierce individuality to the red carpet.

All Eyes On India For Miss World 2025

All Eyes On India For Miss World 2025

Rediff.com12 May 2025

Over the coming weeks, the contestants will explore Telangana's heritage, artistry and innovation through curated events, cultural showcases and purpose-led presentations. culminating in the Miss World grand finale on May 31 at the HITEX Exhibition Centre.

BSF jawan gets hero's welcome in Bengal after 3 weeks in Pak captivity

BSF jawan gets hero's welcome in Bengal after 3 weeks in Pak captivity

Rediff.com23 May 2025

Purnam Kumar Shaw, a BSF jawan who was held captive in Pakistan for nearly three weeks, returned to his home in West Bengal's Hooghly district on Friday evening. Shaw was greeted by his family and well-wishers at Howrah station and was escorted to his hometown Rishra, where he was welcomed by people and a band playing patriotic tunes. Shaw had been taken into custody by Pakistan Rangers on April 23, after he inadvertently crossed the international border in Punjab's Ferozepur district.

Sambhal CO cleared of controversial Holi, Jumma remark

Sambhal CO cleared of controversial Holi, Jumma remark

Rediff.com19 Apr 2025

The Circle Officer (CO) of Sambhal, Anuj Chaudhary, has been cleared of any wrongdoing regarding his controversial remarks about Holi and Jumma (Friday) prayers. Chaudhary had previously stated that those uncomfortable with Holi celebrations should stay indoors, sparking criticism from some sections of the community. The police investigation was launched following a complaint by former IPS officer Amitabh Thakur.

Priya, Janhvi Go Traditional For Vishu

Priya, Janhvi Go Traditional For Vishu

Rediff.com15 Apr 2025

Monday saw a host of Indian festivals like Vishu, Bihu, Poila Boishakh and Baisakhi. Film folk celebrate by dressing up and creating happy memories on social media.

'This Guy Wanted Me Dropped From The Team'

'This Guy Wanted Me Dropped From The Team'

Rediff.com18 Jun 2025

'Such things happen, and not everything deserves a reaction. I played and played well and that's what matters.'

Preity Zinta Holds Shreyas Close - Literally!

Preity Zinta Holds Shreyas Close - Literally!

Rediff.com8 May 2025

Punjab Kings co-owner Preity Zinta was seen offering heartfelt support to their captain Shreyas Iyer-holding a plush 'Shreyas' pillow close during the team's latest IPL encounter.

How 2 Women Spent 8 Months At Sea

How 2 Women Spent 8 Months At Sea

Rediff.com20 Jun 2025

What tasks they accomplished, how they stayed fit, what did they eat, whom did they meet, what they brought back... amazing stories from an epic voyage.

Coco Gauff Is French Open CHAMPION

Coco Gauff Is French Open CHAMPION

Rediff.com7 Jun 2025

Coco Gauff overcomes Sabalenka in error-riddled final to win French Open

Operation Sindoor casts shadow on car sales in May

Operation Sindoor casts shadow on car sales in May

Rediff.com9 Jun 2025

Fada estimates that global supply chain headwinds like scarce availability of rare earth elements for electric vehicle components and geopolitical tensions may affect urban consumer sentiment in June as well.