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The Women We Loved In 2022

The Women We Loved In 2022

Rediff.com26 Dec 2022

Sukanya Verma lists her favourite female performers of 2022.

Netanyahu takes oath as Israel's new PM, to head most hardline govt to date

Netanyahu takes oath as Israel's new PM, to head most hardline govt to date

Rediff.com29 Dec 2022

Out of 120 members of the Knesset (Israeli parliament), Netanyahu has the support of 64 members

The Best Of Yash Chopra On OTT

The Best Of Yash Chopra On OTT

Rediff.com11 May 2023

Deepa Gahlot lists the most popular Yash Chopra films -- the ones he directed, not produced (yes, so that means no DDLJ) -- that can be watched on OTT.

Time for more love! Australia legalises same-sex marriage

Time for more love! Australia legalises same-sex marriage

Rediff.com7 Dec 2017

"Today we've voted for love, for equality. It's time for more marriages, more love, more respect. This belongs to us all. This is Australia," said Malcolm Turnbull, the Australian prime minister after the announcement.

The A-W Of Desi Guests At the White House Dinner

The A-W Of Desi Guests At the White House Dinner

Rediff.com24 Jun 2023

The dinner Jill Biden and her husband US President Joe Biden hosted for Indian prime minister Narendra Modi, June 22, at the White House brought together, Indians and Americans from so many firmaments.

When Bollywood explored TABOOS...

When Bollywood explored TABOOS...

Rediff.com17 May 2021

Joginder Tuteja looks at films which have explored taboo subjects in an entertaining manner.

Bolt wins 100m in his best time this year

Bolt wins 100m in his best time this year

Rediff.com18 Jul 2009

Olympic champion Usain Bolt of Jamaica won the 100 metres at a Paris Golden League meeting on Friday in 9.79 seconds, recording his best time of the season despite a poor start in damp, chilly conditions.

Mismatched 2 Review: Needs More Laughs

Mismatched 2 Review: Needs More Laughs

Rediff.com14 Oct 2022

The youngsters in Mismatched look like angels. There are no bullies, no mean girl cliques -- they are all a mostly cheerful, helpful, clean-cut lot, for whom kissing and mild swearing is about as naughty as they dare, observes Deepa Gahlot. Mismatched Season 2 Review

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.

New to Same Sex Dating? Follow These Tips

New to Same Sex Dating? Follow These Tips

Rediff.com24 Jun 2022

Before you make an account, decide what you want and then proceed.

What's Adarsh Gourav doing with Meryl Streep?

What's Adarsh Gourav doing with Meryl Streep?

Rediff.com21 Oct 2021

Extrapolations stars Adarsh Gourav alongside such heavyweights like Meryl Streep, Sienna Miller, Kit Harrington, Tahar Rahim, Matthew Rhys, David Diggs, Gemma Chan and David Schwimmer.

Bollywood's Whiskey Moments

Bollywood's Whiskey Moments

Rediff.com24 May 2022

To mark World Whiskey Day, a toast to its memorable imagery in Hindi films.

'Why is asking a candidate about their position on gay rights unheard of?'

'Why is asking a candidate about their position on gay rights unheard of?'

Rediff.com11 Apr 2014

'The carpet under Indian society is filled with members of the LGBTQ community, stuffed away like if you leave us swept under long enough, we'll go away. But here's the thing. You can pretend we're not there as much as you want, that doesn't change the fact that we're there and we're getting louder, we're getting angrier.'

Who Is The Busiest Bollywood Actress?

Who Is The Busiest Bollywood Actress?

Rediff.com19 Jan 2022

Joginder Tuteja looks at stars with the most movies in the pipeline.

What To Watch On OTT This Week

What To Watch On OTT This Week

Rediff.com21 Mar 2022

Lavender marriages, time travel and teens turning into furry red pandas, cheer and chaos collide on OTT this week.

Why is Qatar a controversial location for the FIFA World Cup?

Why is Qatar a controversial location for the FIFA World Cup?

Rediff.com15 Nov 2022

In 2015, FIFA recommended that Qatar host a shorter World Cup over the cooler months of November and December in a move that was sure to put soccer's world governing body on a collision course with the major European leagues.

G-23's Shashi Tharoor has a vision for Congress, will others see it?

G-23's Shashi Tharoor has a vision for Congress, will others see it?

Rediff.com30 Sep 2022

By filing his nomination as Congress president on Friday, Shashi Tharoor has shown he is no 'quockerwodger' -- a word he introduced into our lexicon which means someone acting on the instructions of an influential third party.

The long fight against Section 377

The long fight against Section 377

Rediff.com6 Sep 2018

Timeline of events relating to proceedings on the issue.

Pope Francis named Time magazine's Person of the Year 2013

Pope Francis named Time magazine's Person of the Year 2013

Rediff.com11 Dec 2013

Pope Francis has been named Time magazine's Person of the Year for 2013.

Kangana was 'inappropriately touched' in childhood

Kangana was 'inappropriately touched' in childhood

Rediff.com25 Apr 2022

'In our town, (when) I was very young... a boy who was a few years older to me, he used to inappropriately touch me. But I didn't know back then what it meant. Every child has to go through this no matter however protective their family is.'

US skier at Winter Olympics keeping flag flying for LGBT community

US skier at Winter Olympics keeping flag flying for LGBT community

Rediff.com12 Feb 2018

The 26-year-old told Reuters on Sunday he was excited about representing the United States as well as the lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBT) community at the ongoing Games in South Korea.

'Playing a queer is a huge responsibility'

'Playing a queer is a huge responsibility'

Rediff.com31 Jan 2022

'Doing Badhaai Do made me realise that a simple act of loving and marrying the person I want is, unfortunately, a privilege when it should be a right.'

Kahan gaye woh achche din?

Kahan gaye woh achche din?

Rediff.com31 Dec 2014

The Modi government is just continuing old ideas with a new twist -- of interference in matters where the State should not venture, says Mango Indian.

Biden picks Pete Buttigieg to be secretary of transportation

Biden picks Pete Buttigieg to be secretary of transportation

Rediff.com16 Dec 2020

The first openly gay major presidential candidate in American history, and one of the youngest-ever to win a state primary or caucus, Buttigieg, 38, is a barrier-breaking public servant from the industrial Midwest with a track record of trailblasing, forward-thinking executive leadership.

Of kisses and selfies: Family time for US players after World Cup win

Of kisses and selfies: Family time for US players after World Cup win

Rediff.com6 Jul 2015

Here are precious family moments that the players stole after their historic victory...

Is India ready to Legalize LGBTQ+ Marriage?

Is India ready to Legalize LGBTQ+ Marriage?

Rediff.com20 Aug 2021

A fascinating glimpse from Somak Ghoshal's 10 Indian Heroes Who Help People Live With Dignity.

Quiz Time: How much did Madhuri's outfit weigh in Kahe Chedd Mohe song from Devdas?

Quiz Time: How much did Madhuri's outfit weigh in Kahe Chedd Mohe song from Devdas?

Rediff.com3 Nov 2014

In a special series, we will put YOU to the test everyday!

The long struggle against Section 377

The long struggle against Section 377

Rediff.com6 Sep 2018

The following is the chronology of events leading to the SC unanimously decriminalising part of controversial Section 377.

Monkeypox in India: Here's all you need to know about the virus

Monkeypox in India: Here's all you need to know about the virus

Rediff.com25 Jul 2022

Monkeypox is a viral zoonosis (a virus transmitted to humans from animals) with symptoms similar to those seen in the past in smallpox patients, although it is clinically less severe.

'As an actor, I'm hungry for new experiences'

'As an actor, I'm hungry for new experiences'

Rediff.com24 Jul 2020

'Akbar was a challenge any actor would love to take up.'

Pathaan Is About Shah Rukh's Life

Pathaan Is About Shah Rukh's Life

Rediff.com2 Feb 2023

More than anything else, Pathaan is a silent and subtle statement of Shah Rukh Khan about his place, his commitment to cinema and, if one can say, his politics, observes Mohammad Asim Siddiqui.

Tharoor's bill to decriminalise gay sex defeated again

Tharoor's bill to decriminalise gay sex defeated again

Rediff.com11 Mar 2016

Tharoor said it was "religious bigotry" of the BJP that disallowed discussion on his private bill.

Explained: What is monkeypox?

Explained: What is monkeypox?

Rediff.com20 May 2022

Monkeypox is a rare zoonotic disease that is caused by infection with monkeypox virus. Monkeypox virus belongs to the family Poxviridae, which also includes the viruses causing smallpox and cowpox disease

World Cup winner Rapinoe, WNBA champ Bird engaged

World Cup winner Rapinoe, WNBA champ Bird engaged

Rediff.com31 Oct 2020

Two-time soccer World Cup winner Megan Rapinoe and 11-time WNBA All-Star Sue Bird are getting hitched.

La Liga: Villarreal loses to Athletic, Valencia held

La Liga: Villarreal loses to Athletic, Valencia held

Rediff.com24 Oct 2021

Villarreal's struggles in the Spanish league continued with a 2-1 loss at Athletic Bilbao, with striker Gerard Moreno not finishing the game because of an injury.

Let's admit it, there's something unacceptable about homosexuality

Let's admit it, there's something unacceptable about homosexuality

Rediff.com12 Sep 2018

'Homosexuality is the new 'abnormal',' proclaims Amulya Ganguli.

Best And Worst of 2022

Best And Worst of 2022

Rediff.com30 Dec 2022

Trade pundits and quick think piece experts can speculate all they like, but what works at the box-office is a mystery as always.

Thank you George for the good times!

Thank you George for the good times!

Rediff.com27 Dec 2016

'I swayed my arms in the air with strangers when George Michael sang Careless Whispers' 'I was in heaven.'

The BOLLYWOOD QUIZ CHALLENGE

The BOLLYWOOD QUIZ CHALLENGE

Rediff.com18 Nov 2020

Sukanya Verma quizzes you to find out just how much you know about the movies.

'When do dreams come true?'

'When do dreams come true?'

Rediff.com1 Sep 2022

'If you sit collar turned up and tell yourself, you are great, you will never evolve as an actor.'