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Kendall, Bella, Kate? VOTE for the best-dressed model!

Kendall, Bella, Kate? VOTE for the best-dressed model!

Rediff.com24 May 2016

Here are some of the most glamourous looks from Cannes. Vote for your favourite!

Former US First Lady Barbara Bush passes away

Former US First Lady Barbara Bush passes away

Rediff.com18 Apr 2018

She is survived by her husband, ex-US Presdient George Herbert Walker Bush, five children -- including former President George W. Bush -- 17 grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren.

Economist Kalpana Kochhar to retire from IMF in July

Economist Kalpana Kochhar to retire from IMF in July

Rediff.com2 Jun 2021

Indian economist Kalpana Kochhar, who heads the Human Resources Department of the International Monetary Fund, is leaving the organisation to join the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation, the IMF announced on Wednesday. Kochhar, who served in various senior positions during her three decades at the IMF, will retire on July 30, it said.

Aus coach Lehmann backs recuperating Clarke to lead squad at World Cup

Aus coach Lehmann backs recuperating Clarke to lead squad at World Cup

Rediff.com4 Feb 2015

But says pressure is on under-performing George Bailey

Veteran labour leader Sharad Rao passes away

Veteran labour leader Sharad Rao passes away

Rediff.com1 Sep 2016

Rao was diagnosed with pancreatic cancer in 2014.

'You'll make a perfect Mummy, Amy'

'You'll make a perfect Mummy, Amy'

Rediff.com1 Apr 2019

Amy Jackson posted an Instapic and post, indicating she is pregnant.

US won't send officials to Beijing Winter Olympics

US won't send officials to Beijing Winter Olympics

Rediff.com7 Dec 2021

'The Biden administration will not send any diplomatic or official representation to the Beijing 2022 Winter Olympics and Paralympic Games given the PRC's ongoing genocide and crimes against humanity in Xinjiang and other human rights abuses.'

RIP Subhas Bhowmick: The 'Jose Mourinho' of Kolkata Maidan

RIP Subhas Bhowmick: The 'Jose Mourinho' of Kolkata Maidan

Rediff.com22 Jan 2022

A fearless competitor who used brain and brawn in equal measure, Subhas Bhowmick was one of the most fascinating characters in Indian football through the 1970s with his muscular built and equally expressive carefree opinions.

Vijender set for US debut; to work with Mike Tyson's trainer

Vijender set for US debut; to work with Mike Tyson's trainer

Rediff.com6 Mar 2019

The Indian boxing ace will train at the World famous boxing club 'The Wild Card Boxing Club' in Hollywood CA under legendary coach Freddie Roach -- a 2012 International Boxing Hall of Fame inductee.

Will Kohli inspire India to historic triumph in South Africa?

Will Kohli inspire India to historic triumph in South Africa?

Rediff.com10 Jan 2022

Virat Kohli's talismanic presence will be the shot in the arm that India would need in their bid to win the historic first-ever away Test series against South Africa.

NBA roundup: Warriors beat Rockets to improve to 8-1

NBA roundup: Warriors beat Rockets to improve to 8-1

Rediff.com8 Nov 2021

Jae'Sean Tate finished with 21 points and 10 rebounds for the Rockets, who fell for the second time in two days and have lost eight straight games.

Taliban Victory: A Win for Pakistan?

Taliban Victory: A Win for Pakistan?

Rediff.com16 Aug 2021

If the Taliban have proved one thing over these two decades, it is that they are way smarter than their big brother, observes Shekhar Gupta.

PIX: India thrash Scotland to keep semis hopes alive

PIX: India thrash Scotland to keep semis hopes alive

Rediff.com5 Nov 2021

Images from the T20 World Cup Super 12s match between Scotland and India, in Dubai, on Friday.

Golden Globes 2020: Renee Zellweger wins

Golden Globes 2020: Renee Zellweger wins

Rediff.com6 Jan 2020

The 77th Annual Golden Globe awards have been announced. There were a few surprises and some expected nods. A quick glance at the winners, listed in bold.

Shorts: Amazon removes NFL team's merchandise from website

Shorts: Amazon removes NFL team's merchandise from website

Rediff.com9 Jul 2020

Amazon's action follows that of other retailers such as Walmart Inc, Target Corp and Nike Inc.

Ask MF Guru: 'Can I invest lump sum in MFs?'

Ask MF Guru: 'Can I invest lump sum in MFs?'

Rediff.com26 Nov 2021

Omkeshwar Singh, head, Rank MF, a mutual fund investment platform, answers your queries.

ICC Test rankings: Shami breaks into top 10 after Indore heroics

ICC Test rankings: Shami breaks into top 10 after Indore heroics

Rediff.com17 Nov 2019

Double centurion Agarwal, meanwhile, climbed to the 11th spot after his player-of-the-match effort of 243 in India's only innings. The 28-year-old has reached 691 rating points after scoring 858 runs in his first eight Tests.

Stalin makes Karunanidhi's dream come true

Stalin makes Karunanidhi's dream come true

Rediff.com7 May 2021

"Stalin is the future of the party," said late Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam patriarch M Karunanidhi about six years ago at a party meet when his son was party treasurer.

The man who changed football

The man who changed football

Rediff.com26 Mar 2016

'Generations of football fans will eternally be grateful to Johan Cruyff and what he did for the beautiful game,' says Aabhas Sharma.

F1: Hamilton wins in Portugal to go eight points clear

F1: Hamilton wins in Portugal to go eight points clear

Rediff.com3 May 2021

Seven-time world champion Lewis Hamilton overtook main rival Max Verstappen and Mercedes team mate Valtteri Bottas to win the Portuguese Grand Prix on Sunday and go eight points clear in the Formula One standings.

Verstappen on top in Turkey as Hamilton slips

Verstappen on top in Turkey as Hamilton slips

Rediff.com13 Nov 2020

The times at the Istanbul Park circuit, hosting a Formula One race for the first time since 2011, were largely meaningless.

US wanted China to intervene against India in 1971 War

US wanted China to intervene against India in 1971 War

Rediff.com16 Dec 2021

On December 10, Kissinger began to encourage the Chinese to take action against India: 'If the People's Republic were to consider the situation on the Indian subcontinent a threat to security, and if it took measures to protect its security, the US would oppose efforts of others to interfere with the People's Republic.' On the 50th anniversary of India's greatest military victory, Claude Arpi recalls how the US suggested that China intervene militarily on Pakistan's side.

What's HOT on OTT this week

What's HOT on OTT this week

Rediff.com22 Dec 2020

Sukanya Verma looks at what's looking hot on the OTT menu this week.

US Open golf postponed due to coronavirus

US Open golf postponed due to coronavirus

Rediff.com6 Apr 2020

The US Open golf championship, which was set for June 18-21 at Winged Foot in New York, has been rescheduled due to the novel coronavirus outbreak, the US Golf Association said on Monday. The new dates for the year's third major are September 17-20 also at Winged Foot.

Why PM V P Singh avoided Nuclear Tests

Why PM V P Singh avoided Nuclear Tests

Rediff.com18 Feb 2022

'With Punjab and Kashmir in flames, it would not have been politically wise to alienate the West.' 'It would have inclined Western countries towards Pakistan.' 'It would have been a self-goal.'

Meet the lady officers making naval history

Meet the lady officers making naval history

Rediff.com23 Sep 2020

'Not everybody gets the opportunity of having a working desk inside a helicopter from where you can control torpedoes and weapons.'

IPL PICS: Maxwell, Chahal take RCB into play-offs

IPL PICS: Maxwell, Chahal take RCB into play-offs

Rediff.com3 Oct 2021

Images from the Indian Premier League match between Royal Challengers Bangalore and Punjab Kings, in Sharjah, on Sunday.

Hamilton takes pole for home British GP

Hamilton takes pole for home British GP

Rediff.com2 Aug 2020

The pole was the 91st of Lewis Hamilton's career and seventh at Silverstone.

South Africa fuelled Rabada's flames. It backfired!

South Africa fuelled Rabada's flames. It backfired!

Rediff.com17 Jan 2020

For South Africa, Rabada performs optimally when his fires are stoked.

Poet-activist Varavara Rao tests positive for COVID-19

Poet-activist Varavara Rao tests positive for COVID-19

Rediff.com16 Jul 2020

Rao was shifted to the government-run hospital in south Mumbai after he complained of giddiness.

USA begin India 2023 bid with first ODI on home soil

USA begin India 2023 bid with first ODI on home soil

Rediff.com13 Sep 2019

USA have played three ODIs, including two at the 2004 Champions Trophy, and lost all of them.

PIX: Sandra Bullock immortalised on Hollywood Walk of Fame

PIX: Sandra Bullock immortalised on Hollywood Walk of Fame

Rediff.com26 Sep 2013

The actress stars in recently released Gravity.

Mixed results for India at World Athletics Championships

Mixed results for India at World Athletics Championships

Rediff.com6 Oct 2019

Laggards at the world stage, the 27-member Indian team was not expected to win any medal but it performed better than expected in this World Championships with three finalists.

Rumble in the Jungle shook the world

Rumble in the Jungle shook the world

Rediff.com11 Nov 2018

The Rumble in the Jungle was the greatest boxing spectacle of the 20th century, notes Dhruv Munjal.

Jennifer Aniston's mum not invited to secret wedding

Jennifer Aniston's mum not invited to secret wedding

Rediff.com7 Aug 2015

A lowdown on what's happening in Hollywood.

REDIFF's Oscar 2016 Predictions!

REDIFF's Oscar 2016 Predictions!

Rediff.com25 Feb 2016

The Oscars are only days away, and Rediff.com's Terrific Trio have already placed their bets.

Champions League play-offs: Memphis stamps his mark for United; Record for Astana

Champions League play-offs: Memphis stamps his mark for United; Record for Astana

Rediff.com19 Aug 2015

On a night of close finishes in all five first-leg playoff games, the 21-year-old Dutch winger opened his United account with a memorable performance in the famous number seven shirt previously worn by George Best, Eric Cantona and David Beckham.

PIX: Lakers return to glory, claim record-tying 17th NBA title

PIX: Lakers return to glory, claim record-tying 17th NBA title

Rediff.com12 Oct 2020

The Los Angeles Lakers captured a record-tying 17th NBA Championship on Sunday with a 106-93 victory over the Miami Heat that sealed the best-of-seven title series 4-2, restoring the storied franchise to the top of the basketball world.

'Confident of sending record 125 athletes to Tokyo Olympics'

'Confident of sending record 125 athletes to Tokyo Olympics'

Rediff.com23 Jun 2020

'Olympics is once in four years, and athletes have only one shot at glory, and it's important to have a holistic approach, use science, use medicine, use technology and engineering in training and that will make a difference'

Smile please!

Smile please!

Rediff.com3 Jun 2015

Kate Middleton has topped the list of people who have the best smile, according to a poll.