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US First Lady to travel to Japan for Olympics

US First Lady to travel to Japan for Olympics

Rediff.com13 Jul 2021

The Olympics, already delayed a year because of COVID-19, are due to run from July 23 to August 8.

Why Shooting Rani's Next Was Challenging

Why Shooting Rani's Next Was Challenging

Rediff.com2 Mar 2023

'Rani made it very clear when she signed the film that she would shoot only during her daughter's summer vacation so as not to disturb her role as a real life mother.'

Drone-Fired US Missiles Kill Al-Qaeda 'Emir'

Drone-Fired US Missiles Kill Al-Qaeda 'Emir'

Rediff.com2 Aug 2022

A US drone killed al-Qaeda leader Ayman al-Zawahri at a house in Kabul, where he had been living with his family, on Saturday.

Verstappen on pole in wet Canadian qualifying

Verstappen on pole in wet Canadian qualifying

Rediff.com19 Jun 2022

Max Verstappen put Red Bull on pole position for the Canadian Grand Prix with Alpine's Fernando Alonso leaping onto the front row alongside the Formula One championship leader in a wet qualifying on Saturday.

Deepa Gahlot's Top Web Series of 2022

Deepa Gahlot's Top Web Series of 2022

Rediff.com29 Dec 2022

Stories of rural India, campus capers, realistic family dramas and urban romance that are no longer picked up by film-makers, find their way to the Web, and the viewing experience is richer for the variety available.

12 wacky moments from Burning Man

12 wacky moments from Burning Man

Rediff.com7 Sep 2015

Some call it a social experiment, some see it as an interactive arts festival and some see it as a damn good rave party.

Top quotes from US President Biden's inaugural speech

Top quotes from US President Biden's inaugural speech

Rediff.com20 Jan 2021

Joe Biden delivered a powerful inaugural address, his first speech as United States president. He called on the nation to unify and used his inaugural address to make a pledge to the country's global allies. Here are highlights from his speech:

Feb 7 1999: 20 years on, relive Kumble's 'Perfect 10'

Feb 7 1999: 20 years on, relive Kumble's 'Perfect 10'

Rediff.com7 Feb 2020

It was on 7th February 1999, that Anil Kumble became just the second bowler in the history of cricket to take all ten wickets in an innings of a Test match. He achieved the feat against Pakistan at Feroz Shah Kotla Stadium, now known as Arun Jaitley cricket stadium in Delhi during the second Test of the two-match series.

India's Forever Debt To Bhabha, Sarabhai

India's Forever Debt To Bhabha, Sarabhai

Rediff.com22 Feb 2022

Dr Bhabha and Dr Sarabhai didn't feel guilty for their ambitions; it was for those 'mad scientists' that India is a powerhouse -- both at the atomic level and in the vastness of space, observes Kumar Abishek.

China defends fielding Galwan soldier as Winter Olympics torchbearer

China defends fielding Galwan soldier as Winter Olympics torchbearer

Rediff.com7 Feb 2022

China in a provocative move fielded Qi Fabao, the regimental commander of the (PLA), who was injured during the June 2020 clash in the Galwan Valley in eastern Ladakh, as a torchbearer for the Olympics Games Torch Relay, which led India to diplomatically boycott the opening ceremony of the games on Friday.

Fake IAF officer booked days after getting rousing welcome

Fake IAF officer booked days after getting rousing welcome

Rediff.com9 Oct 2021

Days after a young man received a rousing welcome in Harda town of Madhya Pradesh after he claimed that he has been recruited as an officer in the Indian Air Force, the local police registered a case against him as the defence force made it clear that it has not inducted him, an official said on Saturday.

Ansari sounds caution over 'imaginary practice of cultural nationalism'

Ansari sounds caution over 'imaginary practice of cultural nationalism'

Rediff.com27 Jan 2022

Former vice president Hamid Ansari and four US lawmakers have expressed concern over the current human rights situation in India. They were speaking at a virtual panel discussion organised by the Indian American Muslim Council on Wednesday.

Do Audiences Like Hijack Movies?

Do Audiences Like Hijack Movies?

Rediff.com23 Aug 2021

Joginder Tuteja looks at just how well hijack movies have done in the past.

China launched 11 missiles towards Taiwan overnight: US

China launched 11 missiles towards Taiwan overnight: US

Rediff.com5 Aug 2022

Defence Secretary Lloyd Austin on Thursday directed that the aircraft carrier USS Ronald Reagan and the ships in her strike group will remain on station in the general area to monitor the situation.

'I have done a lot of things that I am not proud of'

'I have done a lot of things that I am not proud of'

Rediff.com5 Nov 2020

'I had anger management issues, but I would like to believe that I worked on myself to make sure that I am a slightly better version of myself.'

PIX: Priyanka is RED HOT!

PIX: Priyanka is RED HOT!

Rediff.com6 Sep 2019

After topping People magazine's Best Dressed list of 2019, the actress features in Vanity Fair's Best Dressed list, joining the likes of George and Amal Clooney, and Gigi Hadid.

What spurred Patel to 'Perfect 10' at Wankhede

What spurred Patel to 'Perfect 10' at Wankhede

Rediff.com5 Dec 2021

Ajaz Patel credited New Zealand bowling coach Shane Jurgensen for his record-equalling display against India on Saturday, after the spinner became the third player in history to claim all 10 wickets in a test match innings.

Burning Man: It's the freakiest festival EVER!

Burning Man: It's the freakiest festival EVER!

Rediff.com8 Sep 2016

The Burning Man isn't your usual festival; it's a bustling makeshift metropolis dedicated to art and community wherein almost everything that happens is created entirely by its citizens, who are active participants in the experience.

'Welcome to the club': Kumble congratulates Ajaz

'Welcome to the club': Kumble congratulates Ajaz

Rediff.com4 Dec 2021

Spin great Anil Kumble congratulated New Zealand's Ajaz Patel, who matched the Indian's feat of taking all 10 wickets in an innings in Test cricket.

Look who hijacked the ramp

Look who hijacked the ramp

Rediff.com5 Feb 2017

Neerja actor Jim Sarbh was the showstopper for Gaurav Khanijo's show.

Kumble@50: Check out the spin legend's career highlights

Kumble@50: Check out the spin legend's career highlights

Rediff.com17 Oct 2020

On the occasion of his 50th birthday, a look at Anil Kumble's amazing career!

Bewitching beauties! Aditi, Diana Radhika stun in black

Bewitching beauties! Aditi, Diana Radhika stun in black

Rediff.com18 Mar 2019

We bet, you can't take your eyes off these showstoppers!

8 people killed after mass shooting at FedEx unit in US

8 people killed after mass shooting at FedEx unit in US

Rediff.com16 Apr 2021

Police believe the shooter took his own life and there is "no active threat to the community at this time,".

Check out the list of Formula One world champions

Check out the list of Formula One world champions

Rediff.com12 Dec 2021

Following's Verstappen's 2021 title win, here's a list of F1 champions over the years...

COMING in MARCH: B-I-G OTT Releases!

COMING in MARCH: B-I-G OTT Releases!

Rediff.com3 Mar 2022

Joginder Tuteja lists the Web series coming your way in March.

Federer Evoked Wonder And Emotion Like No Other

Federer Evoked Wonder And Emotion Like No Other

Rediff.com26 Sep 2022

Federer may have set the benchmark on how to do tennis retirements. He didn't go out in a blaze of lonely glory but in the warmth of friendships formed over the years, observes Deepti Patwardhan.

An Inauguration Day like no other in US

An Inauguration Day like no other in US

Rediff.com21 Jan 2021

The ongoing COVID-19 pandemic and the recent violent insurrection at the Capitol heavily impacted the inauguration proceedings, as no crowds were allowed to fill the National Mall and no large post-ceremony celebrations took place.

Ashwin rises to 2nd; Agarwal 11th in ICC Test rankings

Ashwin rises to 2nd; Agarwal 11th in ICC Test rankings

Rediff.com8 Dec 2021

India opener Mayank Agarwal and New Zealand spinner Ajaz Patel have made huge progress in the ICC Test Player Rankings after outstanding performances in the second Test of their ICC World Test Championship series in Mumbai.

Spin legend turns 50: Happy birthday, Anil!

Spin legend turns 50: Happy birthday, Anil!

Rediff.com17 Oct 2020

Join us in celebrating Anil Kumble's birthday by posting your wishers here.

Test Your Big Cat IQ

Test Your Big Cat IQ

Rediff.com13 Oct 2022

Do you know the differences between the cheetah and the leopard?

Surprise That Charles Became Charles III

Surprise That Charles Became Charles III

Rediff.com9 Sep 2022

The unfortunate associations with the name Charles for an English king -- one who was executed; the other with a very unsavoury reputation -- led royal observers to assume that Charles would not take his Christian name when he became king.

Sukanya Verma's Favourite 2022 OTT Shows

Sukanya Verma's Favourite 2022 OTT Shows

Rediff.com29 Dec 2022

I binged on various shows this year -- some for work, some for pleasure, few I couldn't spare time for, others I didn't have access to while some started out fabulously only to fizzle towards the end.

A Kid Like Priyanka, at Sundance!

A Kid Like Priyanka, at Sundance!

Rediff.com22 Jan 2018

It looks a lot more than fun!

British billionaire Ratcliffe 'not interested' in Chelsea

British billionaire Ratcliffe 'not interested' in Chelsea

Rediff.com3 Mar 2022

On Wednesday, Swiss business tycoon Hansjoerg Wyss said he was one of three people who had been approached by Abramovich to buy the club.

Govt of terrorists: US lawmakers on new Taliban govt

Govt of terrorists: US lawmakers on new Taliban govt

Rediff.com8 Sep 2021

'Don't be fooled. There is nothing more moderate about the revived Taliban government'

Pix: What are Diana, Athiya, Huma upto?

Pix: What are Diana, Athiya, Huma upto?

Rediff.com10 Jun 2019

Stars attend screening of Leila.

Tata Motors to raise $1 bn in passenger EV biz

Tata Motors to raise $1 bn in passenger EV biz

Rediff.com12 Oct 2021

Homegrown auto major Tata Motors on Tuesday said it will raise $1 billion (Rs 7,500 crore) in its passenger electric vehicle business from TPG Rise Climate at a valuation of up to $9.1 billion. Tata Motors Ltd (TML) and TPG Rise Climate, the dedicated climate investing strategy of private investment firm TPG, have entered into a binding agreement in this regard. Under the agreement, TPG Rise Climate along with its co-investor ADQ, will invest in a subsidiary of Tata Motors that will be newly incorporated, the company said in a statement.

Mayank Agarwal nominated for ICC honour

Mayank Agarwal nominated for ICC honour

Rediff.com8 Jan 2022

Besides Agarwal, New Zealand spinner Ajaz Patel and Australian pacer Mitchell Starc were also short-listed for the award.

PIX: Shriya, Tahira watch Jojo Rabbit

PIX: Shriya, Tahira watch Jojo Rabbit

Rediff.com28 Jan 2020

A special Screening of Taika Waititi's Jojo Rabbit was held in Mumbai, as a part of the MAMI Year Round Programme.

Explained: Why M&As are rising in India & how investors can benefit

Explained: Why M&As are rising in India & how investors can benefit

Rediff.com4 May 2022

Tesla Inc chief Elon Musk is set to acquire micro-blogging site Twitter for about $44 billion. Back home, India Inc, too, is seeing aggressive merger and acquisition (M&A) activity with PVR-Inox and HDFC-HDFC Bank announcing their mergers recently. While Axis Bank recently acquired Citi India's India retail business, reports suggest Larsen & Toubro Infotech (LTI) and Mindtree could be eyeing a merger.