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Poll Results, World Cup: Strange Similarities

Poll Results, World Cup: Strange Similarities

Rediff.com15 Dec 2022

In Gujarat, the Congress must have felt like the Swiss in Doha. Suffering at the hands of both the BJP and the AAP, they seemed to lack a goalkeeper. In Himachal, although a victory for the Congress, the tenor was more akin to Spain versus Morocco. The underdog triumphed, points out Shyam G Menon.

First Look: Bush hosts Iftaar party

First Look: Bush hosts Iftaar party

Rediff.com18 Oct 2005

President Bush's guests in the State Dining Room last night included Muslim citizens of America and ambassadors of Islamic nations

12 reasons we'll miss Michelle Obama, the fashion icon

12 reasons we'll miss Michelle Obama, the fashion icon

Rediff.com12 Jan 2017

A risk-taker, she'll always be remembered for her unforgettable style and daring fashion choices as a First Lady.

Congress likely to get 4 ministerial berths in new govt in Bihar

Congress likely to get 4 ministerial berths in new govt in Bihar

Rediff.com9 Aug 2022

Besides the four ministerial berths, the Congress has also sought the post of Speaker of the state assembly, but Kumar is not keen on giving that, sources said.

No, Friends is Not The Best Sitcom Ever!

No, Friends is Not The Best Sitcom Ever!

Rediff.com14 Jul 2023

'The pride of the devoted Seinfeld fan is that he happens to love a show that doesn't take his love for granted, so that even on repeat viewings he is never really sure what directions an episode might take,' observes Sreehari Nair.

Modi-Trump meet: Why I have low expectations

Modi-Trump meet: Why I have low expectations

Rediff.com24 Jun 2017

Here's why Rajeev Srinivasan believes there will be nothing particularly positive about the prime minister's US visit.

Is BJP Running Scared of Opposition's INDIA?

Is BJP Running Scared of Opposition's INDIA?

Rediff.com20 Jul 2023

With this kind of coinage, the Opposition seems to be readily conceding the point that Modi is taller than all of them put together. So they need something bigger than themselves, collectively or not, to capture the voter imagination when it is about taking on Modi and the BJP in 2024, points out N Sathiya Moorthy.

Warner hopes to get home from Pakistan for Warne farewell

Warner hopes to get home from Pakistan for Warne farewell

Rediff.com10 Mar 2022

Warne's death rocked the Australian squad on tour in Pakistan and the feelings were still raw nearly a week later, Warner said

Nitish, Shah display bonhomie to dispel seat-sharing rumblings

Nitish, Shah display bonhomie to dispel seat-sharing rumblings

Rediff.com13 Jul 2018

As per the two party leaders, they held wide-ranging talks on the current political situation in Bihar and the NDA's strategy for contesting the 40 seats in the state in the upcoming Lok Sabha polls.

Will EPS Now Take On The BJP?

Will EPS Now Take On The BJP?

Rediff.com29 Mar 2023

The EPS camp believes that the BJP was already arm-twisting the AIADMK into conceding more seats in the 2024 Lok Sabha elections 'than they deserve' observes N Sathiya Moorthy.

US, China can solve all global problems together: Trump

US, China can solve all global problems together: Trump

Rediff.com9 Nov 2017

I look forward to many years of success and friendship, working together to solve not only our problems, but world problems and problems of great danger and security, says President Trump in Beijing.

How Shark Tank India 1 Winners Fared

How Shark Tank India 1 Winners Fared

Rediff.com14 Jan 2023

Of the 23 companies, eight have raised funds after Shark Tank India.

Meal prices on Rajdhani, Shatabdi, Duronto trains hiked

Meal prices on Rajdhani, Shatabdi, Duronto trains hiked

Rediff.com15 Nov 2019

In second class AC, third class AC and chair car, tea to cost Rs 20, up by Rs 5, breakfast Rs 105, up by Rs 8, lunch and dinner Rs 185, up by Rs 10.

'The first hint Trump will be tough on Pakistan'

'The first hint Trump will be tough on Pakistan'

Rediff.com30 Jun 2017

'In the past the US has been reluctant to name Pakistan directly in an US-India joint statement.'

A Chor-Police Potboiler

A Chor-Police Potboiler

Rediff.com7 Mar 2023

The Hyderabad Heist is a blow-by-blow account of an audacious theft committed in 2018, and a recounting of how the Hyderabad Police combined technology and human intelligence to crack the case.

Mehul Choksi's wife: 'He thought he was going to be killed'

Mehul Choksi's wife: 'He thought he was going to be killed'

Rediff.com3 Jun 2021

'My husband is no longer an Indian citizen. 'In 2017, he ceased to be an Indian citizen.' 'The safest place on earth for him is Antigua'

Jiang Zemin: A Chinese Leader Like None Other

Jiang Zemin: A Chinese Leader Like None Other

Rediff.com1 Dec 2022

When Jiang Zemin traveled, as you can see in the photographs here, a Kodak Moment was never far away.

Trump ends two-decade long tradition of celebrating Eid at White House

Trump ends two-decade long tradition of celebrating Eid at White House

Rediff.com26 Jun 2017

United States President Donald Trump and First Lady Melania released a statement on Saturday wishing "warm greetings" to those celebrating Eid al-Fitr.

Queen's dogs eat dinners served by butlers on silver platters

Queen's dogs eat dinners served by butlers on silver platters

Rediff.com22 Feb 2016

Britain's Queen Elizabeth II is known for her love for her dogs and on Monday it emerged just how much.

Love at first sight: Is it possible?

Love at first sight: Is it possible?

Rediff.com7 Jun 2016

Love at first sight -- happens or not -- Nisha Jamvwal explores the possibilities here.

'What we will miss is the competition'

'What we will miss is the competition'

Rediff.com24 Feb 2023

'It's not just the wins and losses, but the competition is something they live for.' 'That will be missing whatever Sania takes up.'

Fugitive diamantaire Mehul Choksi captured in Dominica

Fugitive diamantaire Mehul Choksi captured in Dominica

Rediff.com26 May 2021

Police in Dominica captured Choksi on Tuesday night (local time) after an Interpol Yellow Notice was issued by Antigua and Barbuda.

US president likely to be offered 'Trump platter' at Bukhara

US president likely to be offered 'Trump platter' at Bukhara

Rediff.com22 Feb 2020

Trump is likely to dine at the iconic restaurant where a 'Trump platter' is likely to be laid out for him. It will be customised according to his taste.

Bitter rivals Modi and Mamata all smiles at Pranab's dinner

Bitter rivals Modi and Mamata all smiles at Pranab's dinner

Rediff.com20 Dec 2014

A banquet hosted by President Pranab Mukherjee for a visiting foreign dignitary on Friday night provided the platform for Prime Minister Narendra Modi and his bitter political foe West Bengal chief minister Mamata Banerjee to meet and exchange pleasantries.

Diwali celebrated with fervour after 2 yrs of muted festivities

Diwali celebrated with fervour after 2 yrs of muted festivities

Rediff.com24 Oct 2022

Colourful lights illuminated buildings and earthen lamps dotted houses as people across the country celebrated Diwali with pomp on Monday after two years of muted festivities due to the pandemic.

'Rishi you are going to be something one day'

'Rishi you are going to be something one day'

Rediff.com29 Oct 2022

'Rishi is brought up with Indian values -- Indian qualities like respect our parents, respect our uncles -- but he is more British.'

What awaits Trump in Delhi on Tuesday

What awaits Trump in Delhi on Tuesday

Rediff.com20 Feb 2020

Prime Minister Narednra Modi will host a lunch and President Ram Nath Kovind will host a dinner at Rashtrapati Bhavan for the Trumps. The US President and First Lady will also visit Rajghat in the day.

US woman tests Covid positive mid-flight, isolates for 5 hrs in toilet

US woman tests Covid positive mid-flight, isolates for 5 hrs in toilet

Rediff.com31 Dec 2021

Marisa Fotieo, a teacher from Michigan, said her throat began to hurt halfway through the trip on December 19 so she went to the bathroom to perform a rapid Covid test which confirmed she was infected, WABC-TV reported.

Join in India's growth: Prez to Indian diaspora

Join in India's growth: Prez to Indian diaspora

Rediff.com27 Oct 2009

"I am confident that Indians living overseas will join in the endeavour to contribute to India's growth. As members of the Indian diaspora, you know better than others the challenges and opportunities that a resurgent India represents," Patil, who is the first Indian Head of State to visit the UK in the last 20 years, said.

Selfie is a must, dead or alive!

Selfie is a must, dead or alive!

Rediff.com2 Sep 2022

Wherever you go, whether it's Malad or the Maldives, people. want. to. take. pictures. Of themselves. Relentlessly, repeatedly, recklessly.

How LOVE Will CHANGE in 2022

How LOVE Will CHANGE in 2022

Rediff.com30 Nov 2021

Dating trends for the New Year.

'China is a backstabber'

'China is a backstabber'

Rediff.com29 Aug 2022

'Is China's intention not clear?' 'Do we still think that if we are nice to China, it will be good to us?'

'Will be back', says Trump concluding India visit

'Will be back', says Trump concluding India visit

Rediff.com26 Feb 2020

In the final engagement of the visit, the US President participated in a banquet dinner hosted by his Indian counterpart Ram Nath Kovind at the Rashtrapati Bhavan.

There Are No Happy Marriages

There Are No Happy Marriages

Rediff.com1 Jun 2022

'People who tell you otherwise are either psychopaths or plain delusional.'

VP will be great, but 'Momala' means most: Kamala Harris

VP will be great, but 'Momala' means most: Kamala Harris

Rediff.com13 Aug 2020

'Family is everything to me too. And I cannot wait for America to get to know my husband Doug and our amazing kids, Cole and Ella'

'Indian food is not just butter chicken and biryani'

'Indian food is not just butter chicken and biryani'

Rediff.com13 Jul 2022

'Every single Indian dish is a jewel.'

President Obama greets Modi in Gujarati at White House

President Obama greets Modi in Gujarati at White House

Rediff.com30 Sep 2014

"Kem Cho" -- this is how US President Barack Obama welcomed Prime Minister Narendra Modi in Gujarati at the doorstep of the White House, ahead of the rare private dinner hosted in his honour.

2 members of S Jaishankar's team to London test Covid positive

2 members of S Jaishankar's team to London test Covid positive

Rediff.com6 May 2021

Two members of the small delegation accompanying External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar to the UK have tested positive for Covid-19, forcing him to rework his official schedule in London.

Hand over Choksi to India, not us, Antigua PM tells Dominica

Hand over Choksi to India, not us, Antigua PM tells Dominica

Rediff.com27 May 2021

Antigua and Barbuda Prime Minister Gaston Browne has asked neighbouring Dominica, where fugitive businessman Mehul Choksi was caught, to hand the diamantaire over to India directly, local media reported.

ASK LOVE GURU: I love my husband's younger brother

ASK LOVE GURU: I love my husband's younger brother

Rediff.com15 Nov 2022

'It's not fair to your husband that you don't love him and before things get worse, like maybe you becoming pregnant, I would suggest you end the marriage soon,' says Love Guru.