News for 'International Day of Happiness'

New dad Verstappen powers to Miami F1 GP pole

New dad Verstappen powers to Miami F1 GP pole

Rediff.com4 May 2025

Days after the Red Bull driver and partner Kelly Piquet welcomed daughter Lily, his first child, the four-times champion set a blistering lap of one minute 26.204 seconds around the Hard Rock Stadium.

Anand breaks silence on Carlsen's fiery outburst

Anand breaks silence on Carlsen's fiery outburst

Rediff.com5 Jun 2025

World no.1 Magnus Carlsen's fiery reaction after losing to D Gukesh in Norway Chess here was probably because he saw his authority in the game being challenged by someone so young

Irrespective of repercussions, Starc 'heavily committed' to DC

Irrespective of repercussions, Starc 'heavily committed' to DC

Rediff.com6 Jun 2025

Starc, who won the IPL last year with Kolkata Knight Riders, said having lack of information was also among the reasons he chose not to go back to India.

'Only Trump Can Unite Thackeray Brothers'

'Only Trump Can Unite Thackeray Brothers'

Rediff.com6 Jun 2025

'Like me there are crores of Marathi people in the state hoping for this miracle to work.'

Pahalgam attack: Businessman's first trip outside Pune turns fatal

Pahalgam attack: Businessman's first trip outside Pune turns fatal

Rediff.com24 Apr 2025

Two residents of Pune, Kaustubh Ganbote and Santosh Jagdale, were killed in a terror attack in Pahalgam, Kashmir, on Tuesday. Ganbote, a snacks business owner, and Jagdale, an interior designer, were on a family vacation with their wives and children when the attack occurred. The attack has left both families devastated. Ganbote was known for his jovial and helpful nature and had recently become a grandfather. Jagdale was also known for his love of travel and music. The bodies of both men were brought back to Pune on Thursday, where they were received by Union Minister of State for Civil Aviation Murlidhar Mohol.

PIX: Siraj, Nikhat, Khawaja post Eid greetings

PIX: Siraj, Nikhat, Khawaja post Eid greetings

Rediff.com1 Apr 2025

Australian cricketer Usman Khawaja was among the first to post Eid greetings on his social media handles.

'Indian Cricket Changed My Life'

'Indian Cricket Changed My Life'

Rediff.com16 Jul 2025

'I have a deep affection for Indian cricket. If someone asked me to come back, I wouldn't say no.'

Alia, Priyanka And The Colours Of...

Alia, Priyanka And The Colours Of...

Rediff.com8 Mar 2025

Celebrate this day with important ladies in your life, all dressed up in these powerful hues.

One Year On, Rohit Relives ICC T20 World Cup Triumph

One Year On, Rohit Relives ICC T20 World Cup Triumph

Rediff.com29 Jun 2025

India ended an 11-year-long ICC Trophy drought, beating South Africa by seven runs to claim the ICC T20 World Cup title for the second time on June 29 last year, in Barbados.

Will need to adapt on unknown Dubai pitch: Ravindra

Will need to adapt on unknown Dubai pitch: Ravindra

Rediff.com6 Mar 2025

New Zealand opener Rachin Ravindra believes adapting to the conditions will be key to success in the Champions Trophy final against India in Dubai.

Bosch's Special IPL Debut on Brother's Birthday

Bosch's Special IPL Debut on Brother's Birthday

Rediff.com28 Apr 2025

Raised by his mother Karen-Anne, Corbin and his younger brother Eathan, who also plays for South Africa, pursued cricket in honour of their late father's legacy.

Full text: President Murmu's R-Day eve address to the nation

Full text: President Murmu's R-Day eve address to the nation

Rediff.com25 Jan 2025

'Today, let us reaffirm our commitment to strive to realise Gandhiji's dreams. His watchwords, truth and nonviolence, will continue to remain relevant for the whole world. He also taught us that rights and duties are but the two sides of the coin - indeed, the true source of rights is duty. Today we recall his lessons in compassion too - compassion not only for our human neighbours but also for our other neighbours, namely, flora and fauna, rivers and mountains.'

War Doesn't End After A Ceasefire

War Doesn't End After A Ceasefire

Rediff.com3 Jun 2025

Because the aftermath of what happened before continues long after. War breeds hostility and hatred and creates mistrust and greed. It extinguishes humanity and breaks the human spirit, argues Aarti David.

SEE: The Champions Return Home!

SEE: The Champions Return Home!

Rediff.com12 Mar 2025

Rohit Sharma, head coach Gautam Gambhir, Hardik Pandya, Shreyas Iyer, Varun Chakravarthy and Ravindra Jadeja were among the first ones to reach India.

Can Pak be trusted with nukes, Rajnath asks the world

Can Pak be trusted with nukes, Rajnath asks the world

Rediff.com15 May 2025

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Thursday questioned the safety of nuclear weapons in the hands of Pakistan, and said they should be taken under monitoring of the International Atomic Energy Agency.

'This is Washington Sundar's moment to shine'

'This is Washington Sundar's moment to shine'

Rediff.com16 Jun 2025

The retirement of Ravichandran Ashwin has opened the door for other spin all-rounders to step up, and Vidyut is confident that Washington Sundar could be the one to watch.

SBI@70: Who Says The Elephant Can't Dance?

SBI@70: Who Says The Elephant Can't Dance?

Rediff.com7 Jul 2025

While a giant, it's a nimble-footed one, and is growing at a speed that even some of its private sector peers find enviable.
Between FY18 and FY24, it doubled its balance sheet. Despite being a late entrant in some segments, it has been able to grab market share, observes Tamal Bandyopadhyay.

PIX: Vishy Anand celebrates International Chess Day with son

PIX: Vishy Anand celebrates International Chess Day with son

Rediff.com20 Jul 2019

India's chess great Viswanathan Anand celebrated International Chess Day on Saturday, with a friendly chess game against his son Akhil.

Can Prashant Kishor Shake Up Bihar Politics?

Can Prashant Kishor Shake Up Bihar Politics?

Rediff.com10 Jul 2025

'Prashant Kishor is a businessman before he is a politician, and given that the expected average turnout for JSP candidates is 5,000 to 6,000 votes and since Bihar has a significant number of seats where the margin between the winner and runner-up falls within that range he will capitalise on exactly that to showcase his presence.'

Norway Chess: Nakamura halts Gukesh's run; Humpy wins

Norway Chess: Nakamura halts Gukesh's run; Humpy wins

Rediff.com4 Jun 2025

Gukesh suffers crushing loss against Nakamura, Erigaisi wins in Norway Chess

Trump offers olive branch to China after counter tariffs

Trump offers olive branch to China after counter tariffs

Rediff.com5 Apr 2025

US President Donald Trump has proposed a deal to China that would see the sale of TikTok's US operations to an American buyer in exchange for a reduction in tariffs on Chinese exports to the US. The proposal comes amid a trade war between the two countries and follows China's retaliation of Trump's tariffs on Chinese goods. Trump has also said that tariffs are a powerful economic tool and that he is determined to ensure fair trade between the US and China.

IPL: RCB not stressed about packed schedule

IPL: RCB not stressed about packed schedule

Rediff.com2 Apr 2025

RCB will have to play five games inside 13 days against MI (away), Delhi Capitals (home), Rajasthan Royals (away) and Punjab Kings (home).

I had no confidence: Kohli looks back on T20 WC final

I had no confidence: Kohli looks back on T20 WC final

Rediff.com6 May 2025

"I had to let go of people wanting to see....": Virat opens up on evolution of his T20 game

Before Pahalgam massacre, intel warned of attack on tourists in Srinagar

Before Pahalgam massacre, intel warned of attack on tourists in Srinagar

Rediff.com3 May 2025

Days before the deadly terror attack in Pahalgam, intelligence agencies had flagged the potential targeting of tourists especially those staying in hotels on the outskirts of Srinagar in the foothills of the Zabarwan range, officials in the know said Saturday.

I wasn't there during many mistakes of Cong, but...: Rahul Gandhi

I wasn't there during many mistakes of Cong, but...: Rahul Gandhi

Rediff.com4 May 2025

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi has said he is "more than happy" to take responsibility for everything wrong the party did in its history, including the 1984 Sikh riots. He acknowledged that the party made "a lot of mistakes" when he was not there, but said he has publicly stated that what happened in the 80s was "wrong." The remarks were made during an interaction at Brown University in the US. The video of the interaction was uploaded on the YouTube channel of the Watson Institute for International and Public Affairs on Saturday. The BJP has criticized Gandhi for his remarks, accusing him of "ridiculing" the beliefs of Hindus and Sikhs.

'Europe Loved Aranyer Din Ratri'

'Europe Loved Aranyer Din Ratri'

Rediff.com20 May 2025

'I am glad Aranyer Din Ratri is being shown at Cannes.' 'The film was better appreciated outside India even when released originally.'

New Zealand's Southee happy with 'tough challenge' in UAE

New Zealand's Southee happy with 'tough challenge' in UAE

Rediff.com21 Aug 2023

New Zealand will travel to England later this month to play four T20 and as many one-day internationals before heading to India for the ODI World Cup in October-November.

This phase will...: SC judges visit strife-torn Manipur

This phase will...: SC judges visit strife-torn Manipur

Rediff.com22 Mar 2025

Supreme Court judge, Justice B R Gavai, expressed hope that the "current difficult phase" in ethnic strife-torn Manipur will be over soon with the assistance of the executive, legislature and judiciary and the state will prosper like the rest of the country. Justice Gavai, who led a delegation of Supreme Court judges that visited Manipur, called upon the people of the state to work together to restore peace and harmony. He also urged the people of the state to work together to restore peace and normalcy, and lauded the natural beauty he witnessed while travelling from Imphal to Churachandpur. He expressed delight in noting that training programmes were being imparted at the relief camps, and thanked the Chief Justice of Manipur High Court and the district legal services authority for their efforts. Justice Gavai also stressed the need for readmission of students who had to drop out of school due to the conflict and called upon the educational institutions and the public to ensure all students complete their education.

Sri Lanka batter Karunaratne to retire after playing 100th Test

Sri Lanka batter Karunaratne to retire after playing 100th Test

Rediff.com4 Feb 2025

Sri Lankan batter Dimuth Karunaratne is set to retire from international cricket after playing his 100th Test -- the second and final Test against Australia, starting in Galle on Thursday.

'Yoga Needs To Be A Lifestyle'

'Yoga Needs To Be A Lifestyle'

Rediff.com21 Jun 2024

Film folk celebrate International Yoga Day with pictures of them doing, well, yoga!

Vietnam: A Wonderful Place For A Holiday

Vietnam: A Wonderful Place For A Holiday

Rediff.com12 May 2025

Whether it's navigating the labyrinthine Cu Chi Tunnels, boating on the Mekong, marveling at ancient Champa temples, or the Mekong Bay, Vietnam promises a journey like no other.

'Nobody has won the IPL trophy on the auction table'

'Nobody has won the IPL trophy on the auction table'

Rediff.com16 Feb 2025

Arvinder and the franchise feel satisfied with the troops assembled before the tournament, just like in 2022.

From Fields to Bestsellers: Reena Rathore's Inspiring Story

From Fields to Bestsellers: Reena Rathore's Inspiring Story

Rediff.com29 May 2025

'My life has been quite difficult. I felt I could see it in words. I thought if everyone else can write, then I can too.'

Women's Friendships: 10 Movies To Watch

Women's Friendships: 10 Movies To Watch

Rediff.com10 Mar 2025

Deepa Gahlot pick 10 films about women's bonding to watch on OTT.

All I wanted was to play international cricket in front of my father: Sarfaraz

All I wanted was to play international cricket in front of my father: Sarfaraz

Rediff.com15 Feb 2024

All that Sarfaraz Khan wanted since the beginning of his cricket journey as a six-year-old was to become an international player in front of his father.

Bhutan: The Last Shangri-La

Bhutan: The Last Shangri-La

Rediff.com12 Jun 2025

The visitor returns not just with the jewel-like beauty of the country imprinted on the mind, the body rejuvenated by hot stone massages, but also with the captivating stories and myths that are built into every important structure -- whether a tourist magnet or an off-the-beaten track spot.

More than happy to help Shubman in any way I can: Williamson

More than happy to help Shubman in any way I can: Williamson

Rediff.com21 Mar 2024

With the IPL season set to roll on Friday, one captain who has 100 Tests under his belt is willing and ready to mentor a newbie captain who will be taking over a leadership role for the first time.

Shooting World Cup: Vijayveer wins India's fourth gold

Shooting World Cup: Vijayveer wins India's fourth gold

Rediff.com9 Apr 2025

Vijayveer Sidhu won India's fourth gold medal at the ISSF World Cup after he emerged victorious in the men's 25m rapid-fire pistol event in Buenos Aires.

'Love you Dada': Special B'day message for Ganguly

'Love you Dada': Special B'day message for Ganguly

Rediff.com8 Jul 2024

Manoj Tiwary and Munaf Patel extended wishes to former India captain Sourav Ganguly on his 52nd birthday.

What Makes Tamannaah Happy

What Makes Tamannaah Happy

Rediff.com16 Oct 2023

Angira wraps a shoot... Aahana salutes the jawans... Sonal takes a walk in Texas...