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14 pics that prove Padma Lakshmi is the ultimate supermom

14 pics that prove Padma Lakshmi is the ultimate supermom

Rediff.com12 Oct 2016

The supermodel is a multi-tasker at many levels.

Why Saigon filled me with hope

Why Saigon filled me with hope

Rediff.com6 Dec 2017

Like the Vietnamese, maybe we too will survive bombs and disasters to see a better day.

Exclusive: 'The age of indecision has come to an end'

Exclusive: 'The age of indecision has come to an end'

Rediff.com28 Aug 2014

Prakash Javadekar enjoys being information and broadcasting and parliamentary affairs minister, but heading the green ministry is turning out to be thornier than he had expected.

A requiem for Mumbai's native trees

A requiem for Mumbai's native trees

Rediff.com16 Jun 2017

Let those in power put trees on par with the sacred cow. And century-old trees certainly need to be worshipped, says Anil Singh.

Delhi, the No-No capital

Delhi, the No-No capital

Rediff.com26 Nov 2017

Delhi is a year-round health hazard that visitors shun like the plague, says Sunil Sethi.

Beetle mania comes to a close

Beetle mania comes to a close

Rediff.com15 Sep 2018

Here's capturing the car's 80-year-old legacy, and popularity, in photographs.

When Venezuela's star stopped shining

When Venezuela's star stopped shining

Rediff.com18 Oct 2019

Devastation struck Venezuela when oil prices started collapsing in 1982, following a global oil glut. The country's economy contracted overnight.

Rashid leads the field by four strokes in SAIL-SBI Open

Rashid leads the field by four strokes in SAIL-SBI Open

Rediff.com27 Feb 2014

A double bogey threatened to spoil his card but Rashid Khan made a superb recovery as he scored a three-under 69 to lead the field by four strokes at the halfway stage of the SAIL-SBI Open at the Delhi Golf Course.

The most stunning scenes from nature

The most stunning scenes from nature

Rediff.com17 Oct 2019

Wheeling round, a look of utter shock on its face, a marmot jumps in fright after a young fox sneaks up behind it. The split-second encounter between prey and predator -- called the Moment -- has won the man who captured it the title of Wildlife Photographer of the Year. He was chosen from a longlist of various category winners, all of whom managed to record the oddities, rivalries and beauty of the natural world. Scroll down for some of the winners.

Lee hints at coaching Indian pacers

Lee hints at coaching Indian pacers

Rediff.com5 Feb 2015

Former Australian pacer Brett Lee, on Thursday, hinted that he is keen on mentoring Indian bowlers in the near future if asked to do so.

Aditi Ashok raises hopes of medal at Rio

Aditi Ashok raises hopes of medal at Rio

Rediff.com19 Aug 2016

Teen Indian golf sensation Aditi Ashok raised hopes of a medal after going just three strokes off the pace at tied seventh after the second round of the women's Individual event at the Rio Olympics on Thursday.

Sabka Vishwas: Will Modi walk the talk?

Sabka Vishwas: Will Modi walk the talk?

Rediff.com14 Jun 2019

If the challenge of the government is to regain the confidence of the minorities, it has to first overpower its own unruly gangs and their heroic masters, says Sunil Varghese.

A Motorcycle Ride from Ladakh to Kashmir

A Motorcycle Ride from Ladakh to Kashmir

Rediff.com25 Nov 2019

'The lush green of Kashmir was exactly like the postcards and posters I had seen growing up.'

How Kapil rose in stature with one knock...

How Kapil rose in stature with one knock...

Rediff.com2 Apr 2017

Former India Test player Yajurvindra Singh, on Saturday, recalled how one innings in East Africa in 1978 from the then rookie player Kapil Dev changed the perception of some top Indian players of that time about his capabilities as a cricketer.

Fraternal centuries make for a special day for Marsh brothers

Fraternal centuries make for a special day for Marsh brothers

Rediff.com7 Jan 2018

Shaun, at 34 the elder by eight years, had been dumped from the Test side for the seventh time and lost his central contract, while Mitch was struggling to find his way back into the international reckoning after a shoulder surgery.

Chappell brothers ask Adani to abandon Australian project

Chappell brothers ask Adani to abandon Australian project

Rediff.com16 Mar 2017

'We are writing to respectfully ask you to abandon the Adani Group's proposal in Queensland's Galilee Basin...Pollution from burning coal was the single biggest driver of global warming, threatening life in Australia, India and all over the world'

Chappells tell Adanis coal mine could affect cricketing ties

Chappells tell Adanis coal mine could affect cricketing ties

Rediff.com16 Mar 2017

90 prominent Australians warn Indian energy giant Adani that its controversial coal mine project in Queensland could damage bilateral ties and even affect sporting links.

6 hill stations in South India that you must visit

6 hill stations in South India that you must visit

Rediff.com24 May 2015

Tea and coffee estates, the smell of eucalyptus in the crisp mountain air, cool nights huddled in shawls, sylvan lake rides and mountain treks... Peace and tranquility is at hand!

Odd PHOTOS from a mad, mad world!

Odd PHOTOS from a mad, mad world!

Rediff.com3 Jun 2015

These images from across the globe tell that it is a crazy world out there.

9 unique ways to experience Rajasthan

9 unique ways to experience Rajasthan

Rediff.com11 Jul 2016

You'll see that there's more to the state than just its forts and havelis!

What sending Jallikattu to the Oscars means

What sending Jallikattu to the Oscars means

Rediff.com1 Dec 2020

To an award show that's famous for honouring artists belatedly, we have sent as our official entry one of our major film-makers's weakest work yet, feels Sreehari Nair.

Travelling down memory lane in Kolkata

Travelling down memory lane in Kolkata

Rediff.com6 Jan 2016

The charm of Kolkata is still alive says Sumit Ganguli.

Remembering Homi Bhabha

Remembering Homi Bhabha

Rediff.com31 Oct 2019

On Dr Homi J Bhabha's 110th birth anniversary, Dr K S Parthasarathy shares some personal memories of the legendary nuclear scientist.

Along came a tigress...

Along came a tigress...

Rediff.com3 Mar 2016

Shubir Rishi/Rediff.com continues his jungle adventure and narrates his day at the Kanha National Park.

DRS controversy clouds rain-affected Day 1 of NZ vs Pak Test

DRS controversy clouds rain-affected Day 1 of NZ vs Pak Test

Rediff.com25 Nov 2016

New Zealand, put into bat on a green wicket by Pakistan's stand-in skipper Azhar Ali, were 77 for two when the umpires ended the day's play just before 4:30 p.m. local time after light rain had forced the players off before lunch.

And the winner of the Wildlife Photographer of the year is...

And the winner of the Wildlife Photographer of the year is...

Rediff.com19 Oct 2016

The Wildlife Photographer of the Year, developed and produced by the Natural History Museum, London, announced its winners for 2016 and we guarantee you that these images will blow your mind.

Can Karnataka become the hub of electric vehicles?

Can Karnataka become the hub of electric vehicles?

Rediff.com14 Sep 2017

Eyes investments of Rs 31,000 cr in research and manufacturing of electric vehicles

Dawood's assets auctioned: Hindu Mahasabha buys don's car, ex-journo his eatery

Dawood's assets auctioned: Hindu Mahasabha buys don's car, ex-journo his eatery

Rediff.com10 Dec 2015

An eatery once owned by dreaded underworld don Dawood Ibrahim in South Mumbai besides his green sedan and tenancy rights to a property in suburban Matunga went under the hammer on Thursday, with a former journalist emerging as the top bidder at Rs 4.28 crore for the food joint notwithstanding a threat from the don's aide Chhota Shakeel.

4 reasons why Kerber belongs in Grand Slam finals

4 reasons why Kerber belongs in Grand Slam finals

Rediff.com28 Jan 2016

Angelique Kerber feels vindicated that she now belongs at the upper echelons of the women's game after four years of consistency helped her into her first Grand Slam final at the Australian Open on Thursday.

Extinction Rebellion: Climate protests rock the world

Extinction Rebellion: Climate protests rock the world

Rediff.com11 Oct 2019

In the face of climate disaster, a new environmental movement by the name of Extinction Rebellion has risen up, and they will make sure you hear their plea -- 'To governments of the world: we declared a climate and ecological emergency. You did not do enough. To everybody else: rebel' The environmental group, which was founded in the United Kingdom, has planned a large coordinated movement -- called International Rebellion -- in more than 60 global cities. Demonstrators blocked roads and bridges leading to the Palace of Westminster in central London. They staged a "die-in" in Wellington, New Zealand. They obstructed a major roundabout in Berlin and splattered fake blood on Wall Street's "Charging Bull" sculpture. Here are some of the most powerful images from the movement.

Why Indians love Bewitching Bali

Why Indians love Bewitching Bali

Rediff.com30 May 2018

If you're planning to visit Bali this year, you're on the right track; the recent TripAdvisor survey has listed it as a hot favourite vacation destination among Indian travellers.

India@Asiad: Women's squash team in semis, assured of medal

India@Asiad: Women's squash team in semis, assured of medal

Rediff.com29 Aug 2018

The women's team comprising Joshana Chinappa, Dipika Pallikal Karthik, Sunayana Kuruvilla and Tanvi Khanna continued its unbeaten run, defeating China 3-0 in penultimate pool match.

Odd, even scheme: Delhi govt to deploy 6,000 additional buses

Odd, even scheme: Delhi govt to deploy 6,000 additional buses

Rediff.com10 Dec 2015

Gearing up to roll out the ambitious odd-even scheme, Delhi government on Thursday said an additional fleet of 6,000 buses will be deployed to enhance public transport.

Discover India's poshest homes

Discover India's poshest homes

Rediff.com6 Aug 2018

These exist in a unique world of by-invitation-only properties -- those that are never advertised and which money alone cannot buy. One cannot simply walk in for a tour of these apartments. A buyer must first meet the developer's targeted social criteria to get invited for a walkthrough of the property.

Incredible winners of BigPicture Natural World Photography Competition

Incredible winners of BigPicture Natural World Photography Competition

Rediff.com4 Jun 2019

Winners from the Big Picture photography competition

Year's worst air quality leaves Delhi gasping

Year's worst air quality leaves Delhi gasping

Rediff.com7 Nov 2017

The national capital woke up on Tuesday morning to 'severe' air quality under a blanket of thick haze, as pollution levels breached the permissible standards by multiple times.

Modi to talk about ending open defecation at global festival

Modi to talk about ending open defecation at global festival

Rediff.com19 Sep 2014

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will highlight the need to bring an end to open defecation during an event here in New York will be attended by over a dozen world leaders including UN Secretary General Ban Ki-moon.

EPL: Benteke nets hat-trick as Villa, QPR draw

EPL: Benteke nets hat-trick as Villa, QPR draw

Rediff.com8 Apr 2015

Christian Benteke's superb hat-trick rescued a potentially priceless Premier League point for Aston Villa.

Why besan and lemon may not be good for your skin

Why besan and lemon may not be good for your skin

Rediff.com14 May 2019

Besan can be abrasive to your skin. Using lemon juice can cause severe irritation, says Dr Shital Poojary.

Chirp your way through summer in Bharatpur

Chirp your way through summer in Bharatpur

Rediff.com16 Jun 2015

On a field trip to Bharatpur at the peak of the summer, author realises that every season has its own charm