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Pakistan not focussing on past results: Babar

Pakistan not focussing on past results: Babar

Rediff.com24 Oct 2021

Pakistan come into the main draw of the T20 World Cup with 10 wins in a row in the UAE and the 27-year-old said the mood in the camp is very positive.

How injured Bajrang beat odds to claim Olympic medal

How injured Bajrang beat odds to claim Olympic medal

Rediff.com8 Aug 2021

'I could not do mat training for nearly 25 days. I was not able to run as well after the injury. Before a tournament like Olympics even missing one day's training is not good.'

Health minister suggests 'fully-vaccinated' stickers for families

Health minister suggests 'fully-vaccinated' stickers for families

Rediff.com16 Nov 2021

Union Health Minister Mansukh Mandaviya on Tuesday suggested that stickers for houses to notify completion of both doses of COVID-19 vaccines should be given to fully vaccinated families to encourage uptake of vaccine among the population.

Pak will have better ties with India after polls: Imran Khan

Pak will have better ties with India after polls: Imran Khan

Rediff.com15 Mar 2019

Khan said Islamabad has taken the first step on a new path to peace and progress.

He Transformed Ranveer into Kapil Dev

He Transformed Ranveer into Kapil Dev

Rediff.com30 Dec 2021

'You could not look like Ranveer Singh and act like Kapil Dev, so performing like Kapil Dev was double the challenge.'

The Girl Who Flew Across The World

The Girl Who Flew Across The World

Rediff.com18 Aug 2022

'I've always wanted to be a pilot; setting records is the icing on the cake.'

Here's what Indian fast bowlers should do during lockdown

Here's what Indian fast bowlers should do during lockdown

Rediff.com13 Apr 2020

Former India strength and conditioning coach Shanker Basu believes maintaining fitness without running on the field is going to be quite tricky for the fast bowlers and advised the cricketers against too much screen time during the ongoing lockdown due to the coronavirus pandemic. Basu, who oversaw the fitness transformation of the Indian team between 2015 to 2019, worked extensively with the potent pace attack comprising Jasprit Bumrah, Ishant Sharma, Umesh Yadav and Mohammad Shami, and ensured they don't break down often.

Preity Loves Motherhood

Preity Loves Motherhood

Rediff.com8 Dec 2021

Sara Ali Khan wishes her grandmother (you know who!) on her 77th birthday... Esha Deol wishes her dad (you know who!) on his 86th birthday ... Genelia wishes her mum on her birthday...

Was asked to quit and drive auto after unsuccessful 2019 IPL: Siraj

Was asked to quit and drive auto after unsuccessful 2019 IPL: Siraj

Rediff.com8 Feb 2022

The 27-year-old has since come a long way and is one of the three players retained by the franchise that is still eying its first ever title in the lucrative league.

Mindset is same under new support staff: Kohli

Mindset is same under new support staff: Kohli

Rediff.com6 Dec 2021

The Virat Kohli-Rahul Dravid era began with a convincing Test series win against New Zealand at home and the India skipper on Monday said team is following the same "mindset" and objective under the new support staff.

How Indian Railways fools India

How Indian Railways fools India

Rediff.com23 Apr 2018

Taking advantage of the indifference of passengers, the Indian Railways routinely indulges in several unfair trade practices, says S Pushpavanam.

He Married South Cinema With Bollywood

He Married South Cinema With Bollywood

Rediff.com31 May 2022

'In 1983, my father T Rama Rao made Andha Kanoon with Rajinikanth.' 'Amitabh Bachchan was reluctant to come on board as a guest star, as Rajinikanth was a southern star.' 'But when my father pitched it to him, he came on board.' 'The movie ran for 200 days.'

Are you terrified of falling asleep?

Are you terrified of falling asleep?

Rediff.com2 Jun 2018

You could be suffering from sleep paralysis, says Dr Lancelot Mark Pinto.

Gavaskar says Shami reminds him of WI legend Marshall

Gavaskar says Shami reminds him of WI legend Marshall

Rediff.com22 Dec 2019

Having claimed 42 wickets, one in the 3rd ODI against the Windies on Sunday, Mohammed Shami became the highest wicket-taker in ODIs in 2019 .

Faced with charges of waging war, Kasab sleeps

Faced with charges of waging war, Kasab sleeps

Rediff.com10 Mar 2010

The acts of Ajmal Kasab, the lone terrorist arrested during the terror siege in Mumbai, and the other accused in the 26/11 attack amounted to 'waging a war against India', which is punishable by the death penalty or life imprisonment, the prosecution argued in a trial court on Wednesday. "By firing at people indiscriminately in Mumbai, Kasab and the other conspirators wanted to destabilise the government and break political and economic order," said Public Prosecutor Nikam.

Hindujas's 1.2 Billion Project Makes Waves

Hindujas's 1.2 Billion Project Makes Waves

Rediff.com22 Jan 2022

'Our family philosophy is to build a bridge between India and Britain.'

Dasvi Review

Dasvi Review

Rediff.com7 Apr 2022

Abhishek packs a punch and Nimrat is deliciously wicked but Dasvi falls short of being the razor-sharp satire it deeply aspires to be, feels Sukanya Verma.

NEVER FIGHT In Front Of Your Children!

NEVER FIGHT In Front Of Your Children!

Rediff.com17 Aug 2022

It is a mistake to believe that children are unaware when parental battles happen behind closed doors.

'They should have asked students to get out of Ukraine weeks ago'

'They should have asked students to get out of Ukraine weeks ago'

Rediff.com7 Mar 2022

'An ambassador may not be sure whether there would be a war next month, but prudence requires him to take action to see to it that people leave early.' 'Because once the war starts, it will be very difficult to move out.'

'20 Indian companies now account for over 90 per cent of profits'

'20 Indian companies now account for over 90 per cent of profits'

Rediff.com18 Aug 2021

'The consolidation of the world's fifth-largest economy in the hands of 15-20 corporate giants is a once-in-generation event, which we are focusing on.'

India needs to adapt to the world of tomorrow

India needs to adapt to the world of tomorrow

Rediff.com10 Sep 2020

In another 2-3 weeks, coronavirus will chariot India to overtake the United States. In March, Modi had exhorted the nation to celebrate India's impending success over the virus by clanging metal plates. Make no mistake, India is losing this momentous war under his captaincy, notes Ambassador M K Bhadrakumar.

'I don't want to live, but I have no option'

'I don't want to live, but I have no option'

Rediff.com14 Jul 2022

'How will they give me permission to die when there are many others in conditions worse than mine?'

'Earlier they loved Indians. Now they hate Indians'

'Earlier they loved Indians. Now they hate Indians'

Rediff.com7 Mar 2022

'Because of the UN vote.'

Men Who Fought To The Last Bullet And Last Breath

Men Who Fought To The Last Bullet And Last Breath

Rediff.com11 Nov 2022

'Rezang La was a unique battle.' 'It was not a large scale battle like the Battle of Kohima which involved a large number of troops.' 'Here there was just a company that fought it out till the last man.'

Pakistan fans turn to humour to get over World Cup humbling by India

Pakistan fans turn to humour to get over World Cup humbling by India

Rediff.com17 Jun 2019

Cricket matches between the two countries are among the most intense rivalries in global sport.

Does Dating Affect Your Mental Health?

Does Dating Affect Your Mental Health?

Rediff.com14 Apr 2022

A partner you get along with and who understands you brings tranquility of mind whereas an incompatible partner can drain you.

Omicron fear: Lower footfall and sales have hit high street stores, malls

Omicron fear: Lower footfall and sales have hit high street stores, malls

Rediff.com28 Jan 2022

Offline retailers are feeling the Omicron January chill as consumers are apprehensive about venturing out in the midst of rising Covid cases across the country. Covid restrictions, as well as concerns over the new virus variant, are seeing shoppers pull back from the high streets and shopping malls, clearly cautious about streaming into stores and choosing to self-censor instead. Offline retailers' hopes of a bumper End-Of-Season Sale (EOSS) and Republic Day (R-Day) Sale to compensate for losses over the pandemic have been dashed. Fewer trips to malls mean lower footfall and sales, resulting in higher piling of stock - and possibly higher discounts.

Can poor eating habits cause neck pain?

Can poor eating habits cause neck pain?

Rediff.com12 Jun 2019

Can poor eating habits cause neck pain?

KKR's Russell 'might be in the mix' for IPL final vs CSK

KKR's Russell 'might be in the mix' for IPL final vs CSK

Rediff.com14 Oct 2021

Kolkata Knight Riders' chief mentor David Hussey said Andre Russell is recovering from his injury and 'might be in the mix' for Friday's IPL final against Chennai Super Kings.

How 25 Indians Escaped Ukraine!

How 25 Indians Escaped Ukraine!

Rediff.com18 Mar 2022

'There were moments when you didn't know if you will get out of there alive.'

11 healthy changes you should make in your life

11 healthy changes you should make in your life

Rediff.com10 Feb 2020

Health goals should be for life, not event-centric, says Aayushi Lakhapati.

'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.'

Dipika Pallikal, now a mother, back on squash court

Dipika Pallikal, now a mother, back on squash court

Rediff.com9 Feb 2022

Pallikal is aiming to create more history at the two multi-sporting events.

Skinny to Miss Muscular: Meet India's Steffi Dsouza

Skinny to Miss Muscular: Meet India's Steffi Dsouza

Rediff.com29 Apr 2019

Steffie Dsouza's incredible body transformation will amaze you.

I never claimed to be vegan, says Kohli

I never claimed to be vegan, says Kohli

Rediff.com1 Jun 2021

'Always maintained I'm vegetarian. Take a deep breath and eat your Veggies.'

Target-driven Dhull is ready to join the big league

Target-driven Dhull is ready to join the big league

Rediff.com10 Feb 2022

India's Under-19 World Cup-winning captain Yash Dhull is inspired by Virat, and wants to remain grounded, with focus solely on making the senior India team.

Reader's pix: Stunning views of Mount Everest

Reader's pix: Stunning views of Mount Everest

Rediff.com1 Mar 2019

Rediff readers shared these beautiful photographs of India from their travels.

India sees jump of 61,000 Covid-19 cases in 1 week

India sees jump of 61,000 Covid-19 cases in 1 week

Rediff.com5 Jun 2020

India's COVID-19 curve has been steadily rising throughout the lockdown period with a massive spike in cases in the fourth phase of the lockdown that ended on May 31 and afterwards.

PIX: When Tiger Woods surprised Lahiri with practice invite!

PIX: When Tiger Woods surprised Lahiri with practice invite!

Rediff.com19 May 2022

India's golfer Anirban Lahiri's week kept getting better even before he reached the tee in the opening round of PGA Championship as he got to practice alongside the legendary Tiger Woods in Tulsa, Oklahoma, on Wednesday.

If not for COVID, I might have won gold or silver: Adhana

If not for COVID, I might have won gold or silver: Adhana

Rediff.com31 Aug 2021

I have designed an international level shooting range at home. I have named it 'Mission Olympic' and have written on them Tokyo 2020 and Paris 2024'