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Ravi Kishan: 'People Threw Stones At Me'

Ravi Kishan: 'People Threw Stones At Me'

Rediff.com21 Sep 2026

'I have seen all the storms and floods. I have crawled and reached here.'

Jailer 2 Trailer Review: Blockbuster Loading!

Jailer 2 Trailer Review: Blockbuster Loading!

Rediff.com6 Oct 2026

Jailer 2 looks loaded with Rajinikanth swag, explosive action and a ridiculous roster of cameos. But will Nelson deliver a blockbuster rather than another all-hype spectacle, wonders Sreeju Sudhakaran.

Indian Golfer Diksha Dagar In Strong Contention At Dutch Ladies Open

Indian Golfer Diksha Dagar In Strong Contention At Dutch Ladies Open

Rediff.com21 Jun 2026

Indian golfer Diksha Dagar is positioned at Tied-5th after two rounds of the Dutch Ladies Open, carding a 2-under 70 to be 5-under overall. Fellow Indian Avani Prashanth is T-15, while Pranavi Urs moved up to T-25. Charlotte Heath leads the tournament at 8-under par.

The Little Girl From Black Is Back!

The Little Girl From Black Is Back!

Rediff.com29 Sep 2026

'I did not give up on acting; I was always open to it. I just wasn't actively chasing it for a period of time.'

Indian Golfers Struggle In Final Round At MCB Ladies Classic

Indian Golfers Struggle In Final Round At MCB Ladies Classic

Rediff.com4 May 2026

Diksha Dagar, Tvesa Malik, and Hitaashee Bakshi of India experienced a difficult final round at the MCB Ladies Classic in Mauritius, causing them to fall in the leaderboard. Denmark's Smilla Tarning Soenderby won the tournament.

Indian Golfers Aim For Glory At Asian Games With Strong Squad

Indian Golfers Aim For Glory At Asian Games With Strong Squad

Rediff.com29 Sep 2026

India's six-member golf contingent, led by silver medallist Aditi Ashok, is set to compete at the Asian Games. The team, comprising experienced professionals like Yuvraj Sandhu, Veer Ahlawat, and Diksha Dagar, aims to add to India's seven past golf medals. They face a strong international field, including PGA Tour stars like Tom Kim and Keita Nakajima, on a challenging course.

How Pranavi Urs Plans To Drive India To Asian Games Golf Glory

How Pranavi Urs Plans To Drive India To Asian Games Golf Glory

Rediff.com12 Sep 2026

Indian golfer Pranavi Urs expresses confidence in the women's team for the Asian Games, emphasising consistency, strong driving, and creating birdie opportunities over chasing specific low scores. She highlights the team dynamic with Aditi Ashok and Diksha Dagar and discusses her preparation, international experience, and areas for improvement in her game.

Federer twins, Jimmy Fallon, Queen Latifah Add Glamour To US Open

Federer twins, Jimmy Fallon, Queen Latifah Add Glamour To US Open

Rediff.com1 Sep 2026

It was a starry, starry night at Flushing Meadows during the US Open late night matches in New York on Monday.

Diksha Dagar To Spearhead Indian Golfers At MCB Ladies Classic

Diksha Dagar To Spearhead Indian Golfers At MCB Ladies Classic

Rediff.com30 Apr 2026

Diksha Dagar will lead a strong Indian contingent at the inaugural MCB Ladies Classic Mauritius, joined by Tvesa Malik, Vani Kapoor, and Hitaashee Bakshi at the Legends Course.

Indian Golfer Pranavi Urs Makes Strong Start In Irish Open

Indian Golfer Pranavi Urs Makes Strong Start In Irish Open

Rediff.com28 Aug 2026

Pranavi Urs carded a three-under 69 to secure a spot inside the top 10 after the opening round of the KPMG Women's Irish Open. While Urs showed strong form, fellow Indian golfers Diksha Dagar and Tvesa Malik struggled, both carding 74s and facing a battle to make the cut. South African Casandra Alexander leads the tournament with a stunning nine-under 63.

Lagaan to Laapataa Ladies: Aamir Khan's 10 Best Productions

Lagaan to Laapataa Ladies: Aamir Khan's 10 Best Productions

Rediff.com17 Jun 2026

As Aamir Khan Productions celebrates 25 years, we rank the 10 best films produced by its star, from the iconic Lagaan to the recent critically-acclaimed Laapataa Ladies.

Vijay, Jason Sanjay Set For Box Office Face-Off?

Vijay, Jason Sanjay Set For Box Office Face-Off?

Rediff.com15 Sep 2026

Vijay's Thirupaachi and son Jason Sanjay's Sigma could end up in an unexpected box office face-off, setting up a fascinating father-son clash.

Silk fabric, brass tortoise, Bidriware box: What Modi gifted Seychelles leaders

Silk fabric, brass tortoise, Bidriware box: What Modi gifted Seychelles leaders

Rediff.com30 Jun 2026

Prime Minister Narendra Modi presented a range of exquisite Indian handicrafts and textiles, including Kanchivaram silk, Maheshwari silk, and Toda embroidered shawls, to the top leadership of Seychelles and their spouses during his recent three-day visit to the island nation.

Pranavi Urs Leads Indian Charge At Joburg Ladies Open

Pranavi Urs Leads Indian Charge At Joburg Ladies Open

Rediff.com17 Apr 2026

Pranavi Urs shot a bogey-free 3-under 70 in the first round of the Joburg Ladies Open, making her the best-placed Indian golfer among the five participating in the Ladies European Tour event.

US First Lady to travel to Japan for Olympics

US First Lady to travel to Japan for Olympics

Rediff.com13 Jul 2021

The Olympics, already delayed a year because of COVID-19, are due to run from July 23 to August 8.

Diksha Dagar Moves Into Contention At MCB Ladies Classic

Diksha Dagar Moves Into Contention At MCB Ladies Classic

Rediff.com3 May 2026

Indian golfer Diksha Dagar played a solid bogey-free 3-under 69 to move into title contention at the MCB Ladies Classic - Mauritius on the Ladies European Tour.

US First Lady Melania Trump 'wants to go home'

US First Lady Melania Trump 'wants to go home'

Rediff.com10 Dec 2020

A source said that Trump is now focused on Mar-a-Lago "ensuring a smooth transition out of Washington for herself and her 14-year-old-son, Barron".

Diksha Dagar Leads Indian Contingent at Joburg Ladies Open

Diksha Dagar Leads Indian Contingent at Joburg Ladies Open

Rediff.com15 Apr 2026

Diksha Dagar leads a five-member Indian team at the Joburg Ladies Open, a Ladies European Tour and Sunshine Ladies Tour co-sanctioned event. Other Indian players include Avani Prashanth, Pranavi Urs, Hitaashee Bakshi, and Tvesa Malik.

Big Wins, Selfies, Tears And Kisses At The Emmys

Big Wins, Selfies, Tears And Kisses At The Emmys

Rediff.com15 Sep 2026

The 78th Primetime Emmy Awards celebrated the year's top television achievements, creating unforgettable moments.

Pranavi Urs Improves Position At Joburg Ladies Open

Pranavi Urs Improves Position At Joburg Ladies Open

Rediff.com19 Apr 2026

Pranavi Urs, the only Indian golfer to make the cut, improved her position at the Joburg Ladies Open, while several French golfers lead the competition.

Indian Golfers Diksha Dagar And Aditi Ashok Hold Strong At London Championship

Indian Golfers Diksha Dagar And Aditi Ashok Hold Strong At London Championship

Rediff.com9 Aug 2026

Indian golfers Diksha Dagar and Aditi Ashok have maintained their positions within the top-20 at the London Championship after the third round. Diksha Dagar carded a 1-over 72 to stay T-19, while Aditi Ashok also finished T-19 with a 73. Pranavi Urs, however, dropped to T-38. Canada's Anna Huang leads the tournament with a dominant 19-under-par score.

Coming Up In Theatres This September: Vvaan, Mirzapur, Haiwaan, Daayra

Coming Up In Theatres This September: Vvaan, Mirzapur, Haiwaan, Daayra

Rediff.com3 Sep 2026

Get ready for a packed September as Bollywood unveils a diverse slate of theatrical releases, promising a thrilling mix of drama, psychological thrillers, and supernatural tales for movie enthusiasts.

Trump's post showing Obamas on graffiti-covered Air Force One sparks outrage

Trump's post showing Obamas on graffiti-covered Air Force One sparks outrage

Rediff.com6 Jul 2026

Former US President Donald Trump posted a digitally altered image on Truth Social depicting Barack and Michelle Obama on Air Force One covered in graffiti. This incident follows a previous controversy where Trump's account shared and later deleted a 'racist' video portraying the Obamas as apes, leading to widespread bipartisan backlash.

Diksha Dagar Starts Well At MCB Ladies Classic In Mauritius

Diksha Dagar Starts Well At MCB Ladies Classic In Mauritius

Rediff.com1 May 2026

Diksha Dagar began strongly at the MCB Ladies Classic in Mauritius, carding a 4-under 68, highlighted by a hole-in-one. Agathe Laisne leads the field with an 8-under 64.

'No excuses': Vimal sends strong message to Ayush Shetty

'No excuses': Vimal sends strong message to Ayush Shetty

Rediff.com18 Sep 2026

Former badminton coach Vimal Kumar expresses optimism about India's medal prospects at the upcoming Asian Games, suggesting they can surpass their previous tally of three. He stresses the critical need for Indian singles players, including Lakshya Sen and Ayush Shetty, to overcome inconsistencies and deliver under pressure. Kumar also highlights the challenges posed by the new 15-point format and the highly competitive nature of men's singles badminton.

Why South Korean First Lady is visiting Ayodhya

Why South Korean First Lady is visiting Ayodhya

Rediff.com5 Nov 2018

According to Korean legends, Princess Suriratna from Ayodhya had travelled to Korea and married King Kim Suro and became Queen Heo Hwang-ok some 2000 years ago.

Trump unveils 50% tariffs as US-Canada trade war escalates

Trump unveils 50% tariffs as US-Canada trade war escalates

Rediff.com24 Aug 2026

The US-Canada trade war has escalated sharply, with US President Donald Trump on Monday announcing that tariffs on Canadian cars, trucks, automotive parts and steel imports will be raised to 50 percent from January 2027, following the collapse of trade negotiations between Washington and Ottawa last week.

The first lady umpire in a men's Test

The first lady umpire in a men's Test

Rediff.com7 Jan 2021

Australia's Claire Polosak created history as she became the first lady match official in a men's Test match, taking up the fourth umpire's role in the third Test between India and Australia in Sydney.

Pranavi Urs Survives Cut At Joburg Ladies Open

Pranavi Urs Survives Cut At Joburg Ladies Open

Rediff.com18 Apr 2026

Pranavi Urs was the only Indian golfer to make the cut at the Joburg Ladies Open, while Tvesa Malik and Diksha Dagar narrowly missed out. Celine Herbin and Brianna Navarrosa share the lead.

Detective Tanya Puri Joins The Traitors 2

Detective Tanya Puri Joins The Traitors 2

Rediff.com10 Aug 2026

Tanya Puri, India's youngest female private investigator, brings her real-life detective skills to Season 2 of The Traitors.

When Putin flirted with China's First Lady

When Putin flirted with China's First Lady

Rediff.com11 Nov 2014

Was he just being a gentleman or was there more to it? Russian President Vladimir Putin has set the international media and Internet abuzz by putting his coat on the shoulders of China's First Lady Peng Liyuan.

US first lady Jill Biden arrives in Japan for Olympics

US first lady Jill Biden arrives in Japan for Olympics

Rediff.com22 Jul 2021

US first lady Jill Biden landed on Thursday in Japan

'Leading from front': First Lady stitches face masks

'Leading from front': First Lady stitches face masks

Rediff.com24 Apr 2020

These masks will be distributed at various shelter homes of the Delhi Urban Shelter Improvement Board.

Pranavi Urs shines at Joburg Ladies Open with a strong opening round

Pranavi Urs shines at Joburg Ladies Open with a strong opening round

Rediff.com16 Apr 2026

Indian golfer Pranavi Urs carded a 3-under 70 in the first round of the Joburg Ladies Open, placing her as the best performing Indian player in the tournament.

World Leaders Condemn Violence At White House Correspondent's Dinner

World Leaders Condemn Violence At White House Correspondent's Dinner

Rediff.com26 Apr 2026

World leaders have expressed relief and condemnation following a shooting incident at the White House Correspondent's dinner, emphasising that political violence has no place in a democracy.

'Relieved': Modi reacts to White House press dinner shooting

'Relieved': Modi reacts to White House press dinner shooting

Rediff.com26 Apr 2026

Modi said violence has no place in democracy and must be unequivocally condemned.

Don't Be Shy, Bianca Arora Is Ready For Bollywood!

Don't Be Shy, Bianca Arora Is Ready For Bollywood!

Rediff.com31 Aug 2026

Say hello to Bianca Arora, who's all set to make her debut in Alia Bhatt's Don't Be Shy.

Anna Huang Claims Record-Breaking Fourth LET Title; Indian Golfers Impress

Anna Huang Claims Record-Breaking Fourth LET Title; Indian Golfers Impress

Rediff.com10 Aug 2026

Indian golfers Pranavi Urs and Aditi Ashok delivered strong performances at the PIF London Championship, finishing tied 19th and tied 17th respectively. Meanwhile, Canada's Anna Huang secured her fourth Ladies European Tour title, becoming the youngest player to achieve this feat after a dramatic final round.

Ayodhya decked up to welcome Korean First Lady

Ayodhya decked up to welcome Korean First Lady

Rediff.com5 Nov 2018

The main streets of Ayodhya wear a scintillating look with illuminated lamps and special decorations.

Meet Assocham's first lady chief

Meet Assocham's first lady chief

Rediff.com21 Oct 2009

Assocham's first lady chief talks of the need to unleash new ideas and wonders why, when India has such politically powerful women, they're hardly to be seen in business.