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We trained too much, McCullum says after England defeat

We trained too much, McCullum says after England defeat

Rediff.com7 Dec 2025

England Head Coach Brendon McCullum revealed his team may have been victims of their own thoroughness, conducting "five to 10 training sessions" in the extended break between Tests after losing the opener in Perth inside two days.

More than 10 lakh SIR forms 'uncollectable' in Bengal: CEO

More than 10 lakh SIR forms 'uncollectable' in Bengal: CEO

Rediff.com25 Nov 2025

West Bengal's Chief Electoral Officer reports over 10 lakh SIR enumeration forms identified as 'uncollectable' due to absentee voters, duplicates, deaths, or permanent relocation. The special intensive revision (SIR) of electoral rolls is underway with significant BLO involvement.

'Papa Ho Aap Mere. Lekin Dharam Ho Aap Sab Ke'

'Papa Ho Aap Mere. Lekin Dharam Ho Aap Sab Ke'

Rediff.com8 Dec 2025

'Your warm protective hugs that felt like the cosiest blanket, holding your soft yet strong hands which had unspoken messages and your voice calling out my name that followed with endless conversations, laughter and shayaris.'

GST 2.0 Puts Luxury Cars In Fast Lane

GST 2.0 Puts Luxury Cars In Fast Lane

Rediff.com10 Dec 2025

India's luxury auto market is rebounding after a slow start to 2025, with GST 2.0 emerging as the main catalyst.

Dharmendra Passes Away

Dharmendra Passes Away

Rediff.com24 Nov 2025

After being unwell for several days, Dharmendra breathed his last on November 24.

Meet The Man Who Launched Salman Khan

Meet The Man Who Launched Salman Khan

Rediff.com23 Dec 2025

'As soon as Salman saw me, he immediately left Aamir's side and came towards me. He hugged me.' 'Then he introduced me to Aamir, saying, 'This is J K Bihari who launched me in Biwi Ho Toh Aisi".'

Now, Watch Kaantha On OTT

Now, Watch Kaantha On OTT

Rediff.com12 Dec 2025

Vampires, murders, superheroes and romantic reunions galore, it's quite a package of emotions on OTT this week.

Real Kashmir Football Club Review: Heartfelt

Real Kashmir Football Club Review: Heartfelt

Rediff.com9 Dec 2025

Real Kashmir Football Club is heartfelt and strong performances keep it afloat, but it's a missed opportunity to tell a wholesome tale, notes Norma Godinho.

NSG to hold 'Neverever' memorial to mark 26/11 anniversary

NSG to hold 'Neverever' memorial to mark 26/11 anniversary

Rediff.com25 Nov 2025

The National Security Guard (NSG) will organise an event at the Gateway of India on Wednesday to mark the 17th anniversary of the 26/11 Mumbai terror attacks and reaffirm the resolve to prevent such incidents from recurring, officials said on Tuesday.

PIX: De Kock powers South Africa to easy win over India

PIX: De Kock powers South Africa to easy win over India

Rediff.com11 Dec 2025

Images from the second T20 International between India and South Africa, at the PCA's New Chandigarh Stadium, Mullanpur.

WPL Win May Boost Deepti Sharma's Brand Appeal

WPL Win May Boost Deepti Sharma's Brand Appeal

Rediff.com8 Dec 2025

'Her outstanding performance in the World Cup has definitely added to her brand value significantly. The high WPL bids validate it more.'

'Thank You For Everything, Dharam Sir'

'Thank You For Everything, Dharam Sir'

Rediff.com24 Nov 2025

'The industry has lost a legend... and we've lost someone who shaped the very soul of our cinema.'

Pink-Ball Test: Aus Crush England by 8 Wkts to Take 2-0 Lead

Pink-Ball Test: Aus Crush England by 8 Wkts to Take 2-0 Lead

Rediff.com7 Dec 2025

Australia stormed to an eight-wicket victory in the second Ashes Test on Sunday to take a 2-0 series lead as England succumbed on day four to a pace blitz from unlikely hero Michael Neser.

Goa Gears Up for High-Octane Supercross Return After Long Break

Goa Gears Up for High-Octane Supercross Return After Long Break

Rediff.com28 Nov 2025

With scrutiny and practice scheduled for November 29, the main races will unfold on November 30, promising a day of speed, skill and spectacle.

Shah Rukh-Kajol's DDLJ Now Lives In London

Shah Rukh-Kajol's DDLJ Now Lives In London

Rediff.com5 Dec 2025

Shah Rukh Khan and Kajol unveiled a bronze statue of their iconic characters, Raj and Simran, from Aditya Chopra's blockbuster Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge in London on December 4.

Army to visit homes of Kargil heroes' families ahead of Vijay Diwas

Army to visit homes of Kargil heroes' families ahead of Vijay Diwas

Rediff.com9 Jun 2025

The visiting personnel will also ascertain difficulties, if any, being faced by the "families of our war heroes", he said.

Kolkata: BLOs protesting over SIR workload clash with cops; EC calls them...

Kolkata: BLOs protesting over SIR workload clash with cops; EC calls them...

Rediff.com25 Nov 2025

Booth-level officers in Kolkata scuffled with police during a protest against alleged excessive work pressure related to the ongoing SIR process. The officers allege unrealistic deadlines and lack of support from the Election Commission.

From Dud To Dominator: Root's Redemption Down Under

From Dud To Dominator: Root's Redemption Down Under

Rediff.com4 Dec 2025

Less than two weeks after being dismissed as a "dud" Down Under, Joe Root finally shrugged the monkey off his back with a first Test century in Australia on Thursday to breathe life into England's Ashes campaign.

Shah Rukh's Day Out With Ranveer, Vikrant

Shah Rukh's Day Out With Ranveer, Vikrant

Rediff.com24 Nov 2025

Movie folk rubbed shoulders at the Global Peace Honours 2025 event in Mumbai over the weekend.

WPL auction: Hefty deals expected for Deepti, Gaud, Charani

WPL auction: Hefty deals expected for Deepti, Gaud, Charani

Rediff.com25 Nov 2025

Leading international cricketers, including Laura Wolvaardt and India's World Cup hero Deepti Sharma, will go under the hammer at the Women's Premier League auction in Delhi on Thursday, with bidding wars also expected for homegrown Kranti Gaud and Shree Charani.

70 pc of Punjab Congress, 90 pc of AICC with me: Sidhu's wife

70 pc of Punjab Congress, 90 pc of AICC with me: Sidhu's wife

Rediff.com9 Dec 2025

Navjot Kaur Sidhu claims support within the Congress party after being suspended for her controversial remarks. She also accuses Sukhjinder Singh Randhawa of corruption and links to smugglers.

'Leaders Like L K Advani Are Extinct'

'Leaders Like L K Advani Are Extinct'

Rediff.com8 Nov 2025

'In these times of vitiated politics, we miss people like Advaniji and Atal Bihari Vajpayee in active politics more than ever.'

SA optimistic as Rabada not yet ruled out of 2nd Test

SA optimistic as Rabada not yet ruled out of 2nd Test

Rediff.com20 Nov 2025

The South Africa bowling coach is also hopeful of off-spinner Simon Harmer, one of the heroes of the the visitors' memorable win in the first Test at Eden Gardens, playing in the final game of the short series while also ruling out any issue with his fitness.

Tere Ishk Mein Review: Raanjhanaa Redux

Tere Ishk Mein Review: Raanjhanaa Redux

Rediff.com28 Nov 2025

Tere Ishk Mein is a disservice to brilliant actors like Dhanush and Kriti Sanon, who have poured their heart and soul into their performances in a story that fails to honour its characters, notes Divya Nair.

The Salil Chowdhury You Never Knew

The Salil Chowdhury You Never Knew

Rediff.com17 Dec 2025

'At a time when there was little awareness of world music, playing western tunes on eastern instruments like the flute and the dholak, blending vocal polyphony with Indian folk and contemporary styles, Salilkaku created a new musical genre in Bengal called Gana Sangeet.'

Lando Norris: The Gen Z Champion Who Silenced His Doubters

Lando Norris: The Gen Z Champion Who Silenced His Doubters

Rediff.com7 Dec 2025

Mocked, misjudged, written off, Lando Norris's carves own road to F1 Glory

Mumbai remembers 26/11 martyrs on 17th anniversary

Mumbai remembers 26/11 martyrs on 17th anniversary

Rediff.com26 Nov 2025

Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on Wednesday paid floral tributes at the city police headquarters to those who made the ultimate sacrifice while fighting terrorists during the 2008 Mumbai terror attacks.

Dhurandhar Review: Excessively Violent

Dhurandhar Review: Excessively Violent

Rediff.com5 Dec 2025

Dhurandhar may not have the dark realism of a spy story which a web show can manage. But it does not have the flamboyance either, that has come to be associated with espionage movies, observes Deepa Gahlot.

'I Passed Off Dharamji As A Woman'

'I Passed Off Dharamji As A Woman'

Rediff.com2 Dec 2025

'I wanted to do something different, so I turned Dharamji into Hardy, making him waddle with Naseer's stick-like Laurel.' 'People enjoyed seeing him in these avatars. When you work with an evergreen superstar like Dharamji, you can make such 'items'.'

Zootopia 2 Review: Fun Watch!

Zootopia 2 Review: Fun Watch!

Rediff.com28 Nov 2025

Zootopia 2 is charming, engaging, and thoroughly fun to watch, applauds Mayur Sanap.

'Emotion Is Very Scarce Right Now'

'Emotion Is Very Scarce Right Now'

Rediff.com18 Dec 2025

'We have come to the point in civilisation where emotion seems to be something you hide or you have to be discreet about, or to be ashamed of.'

'I Was Becoming A Mini Dilip Kumar'

'I Was Becoming A Mini Dilip Kumar'

Rediff.com11 Dec 2025

'Dilipsaab was an interesting mix of spontaneity and stylised acting.'

She Cleared NEET at 47!

She Cleared NEET at 47!

Rediff.com12 Dec 2025

'Age is not an issue if you are chasing your dream. If you have support from your family, you can achieve anything.'

Hrithik Roshan's Fanboy Moment

Hrithik Roshan's Fanboy Moment

Rediff.com27 Oct 2025

'Fancy meeting you here, sir @jackiechan. My broken bones look up to your broken bones. Forever and always', Hrithik posted on Instagram.

Dharmendra's Life in Pictures

Dharmendra's Life in Pictures

Rediff.com25 Nov 2025

As the nation bid farewell to one of its beloved actors, we take a look at Dharmendra's remarkable life through pictures.

Why Sholay's Basanti Is Every Woman's Hero

Why Sholay's Basanti Is Every Woman's Hero

Rediff.com15 Aug 2025

Sholay's Basanti is the face of women's empowerment and gender equality. That's why, half a century after the movie first released, we're still talking about her.

Pink-Ball Test: Australia take lead over fumbling England

Pink-Ball Test: Australia take lead over fumbling England

Rediff.com5 Dec 2025

Australia dominated day two of the second Ashes Test on Friday with a punishing batting assault on a lifeless Gabba pitch as England fumbled their chances in the field.

Tath Kana Review: Inspiring Tale Of Passion And Purpose

Tath Kana Review: Inspiring Tale Of Passion And Purpose

Rediff.com28 Nov 2025

We may not know Dr Ramani at first, but by the end, we get a clearer sense of his nobility. For a biopic, that's a job done well, notes Mayur Sanap.

Regaining share key to more upside in automobile major Hero MotoCorp

Regaining share key to more upside in automobile major Hero MotoCorp

Rediff.com2 Jul 2025

Hero MotoCorp Ltd (HMCL) has been the best-performing auto stock over the last three months, gaining over 17 per cent during this period. Multiple tailwinds, especially on the rural front, are expected to boost its volumes. In addition to the demand drivers, new launches too should help drive growth both in the commuter and premium motorcycle categories.

Will Gaikwad bat at No 4 for India in SA ODI series?

Will Gaikwad bat at No 4 for India in SA ODI series?

Rediff.com24 Nov 2025

Grind pays off for Ruturaj Gaikwad, now upto him and luck to prove his 50-over mettle.