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Judge: Knew Tolstoy's 'War and Peace' was classic

Judge: Knew Tolstoy's 'War and Peace' was classic

Rediff.com30 Aug 2019

Yug Chaudhary, counsel for co-accused Sudha Bahrdwaj, then told the court that the War and Peace that the court had referred to on Wednesday was a collection of essays edited by one Biswajit Roy, and was titled War and Peace in Junglemahal: People, State and Maoists.

Would you wear a mangalsutra on your wrist like Sonam does?

Would you wear a mangalsutra on your wrist like Sonam does?

Rediff.com31 May 2018

Sonam Kapoor and Shilpa Shetty did it. Would you?

How milestone man Messi shaped Real's downfall at the Bernabeu

How milestone man Messi shaped Real's downfall at the Bernabeu

Rediff.com24 Apr 2017

Messi scored twice with his stunning second strike settling a pulsating clash in the last minute of stoppage time, drawing Barcelona level with Madrid on 75 points at the top of La Liga, although Los Blancos have a game in hand.

Police foil plot to kidnap Blair's son

Police foil plot to kidnap Blair's son

Rediff.com18 Jan 2006

British police have foiled a plot to abduct Prime Minister Tony Blair's five-year-old son Leo, security sources said in London Wednesday.

Messi cried after Champions League exit in 2012

Messi cried after Champions League exit in 2012

Rediff.com13 Feb 2018

Lionel Messi was so distraught at Barcelona missing out on reaching the 2012 Champions League final that he was reduced to tears

Custody battle keeps Azarenka out of Fed Cup

Custody battle keeps Azarenka out of Fed Cup

Rediff.com8 Nov 2017

Victoria Azarenka will miss this week's Fed Cup final in Minsk against the United States due to an ongoing custody battle with her baby son's father, the former world number one said on Tuesday.

Meet Roger Federer's adorable twins

Meet Roger Federer's adorable twins

Rediff.com17 Jul 2017

Federer was cheered on by his wife Mirka Federer and children Charlene Riva, Myla Rose, Lenny and Leo.

Is Neymar the next Messi?

Is Neymar the next Messi?

Rediff.com17 Oct 2016

Brazilian Neymar is set to become the next best player in the world after Argentina's Lionel Messi, according to Barcelona midfielder Ivan Rakitic.

14 Books that best capture India

14 Books that best capture India

Rediff.com14 Aug 2014

India, with its myriad stories, has always fascinated writers. In an Independence Day Special, Rediff.com takes a look at some books reflecting the weft and warp of India in their stories.

'Mission Shakti' cleared 2 yrs ago: DRDO chief

'Mission Shakti' cleared 2 yrs ago: DRDO chief

Rediff.com27 Mar 2019

He said the country now possesses the capability to strike satellites in outer space with centimetre-level accuracy and precision.

2022: What Your Stars Foretell

2022: What Your Stars Foretell

Rediff.com30 Dec 2021

Will 2022 be better than 2021?

'Miracle' second set of twins for Federer and wife

'Miracle' second set of twins for Federer and wife

Rediff.com7 May 2014

The odds of the Federer twins winning a Wimbledon doubles title in the future have dramatically shortened after Roger Federer and his wife Mirka announced the birth of a second set of twins on Tuesday.

No contract extension talks for Barca and Luis Enrique for now

No contract extension talks for Barca and Luis Enrique for now

Rediff.com30 Aug 2016

Barca are also planning to offer new deals to forwards Lionel Messi and Luis Suarez, and midfielder Ivan Rakitic before the end of the year.

'Can you imagine Ronaldo and Messi catching COVID-19?'

'Can you imagine Ronaldo and Messi catching COVID-19?'

Rediff.com20 Jun 2020

Leander Paes is ready to unleash his 'new version' when the sport resumes but the veteran tennis star fears that the organisers may not be able to pull off Tokyo Games and the legacy he wants to create by playing his eighth successive Olympics could remain an unrealised dream. Paes, who turned 47 on Wednesday, had announced that 2020 would be his last season and Tokyo Games was expected to be his swansong event but the COVID-19 pandemic upset his plans.

The 10 Best Films of Mumbai Film Festival

The 10 Best Films of Mumbai Film Festival

Rediff.com25 Oct 2013

The Great Beauty, Blue Is The Warmest Colour and many others feature on the list.

Remember Dalda? It's back to a New India!

Remember Dalda? It's back to a New India!

Rediff.com21 Nov 2017

In its latest campaign, Dalda is stressing that it's now a refined oil brand and no longer just a vanaspati offering.

Oscars 2020: Scarlett Johansson on the Red Carpet

Oscars 2020: Scarlett Johansson on the Red Carpet

Rediff.com10 Feb 2020

The 92nd Annual Academy Awards are currently underway at Hollywood and Highland in California, and the stars are dressed glamorously for Hollywood's biggest party.

PIX: Griezmann double fires France to victory; Portgual cruise

PIX: Griezmann double fires France to victory; Portgual cruise

Rediff.com8 Sep 2021

Images from the FIFA World Cup qualifier matches played on Tuesday night.

Barca's Messi returns to training camp

Barca's Messi returns to training camp

Rediff.com19 Apr 2013

Barcelona forward Lionel Messi was back on the training pitch on Thursday as he bids to rid himself of a hamstring injury before Tuesday's Champions League semi-final first leg at Bayern Munich.

La Liga: Messi shines as Barca thrash Espanyol in derby

La Liga: Messi shines as Barca thrash Espanyol in derby

Rediff.com9 Dec 2018

Lionel Messi scored two spectacular free kicks as Barcelona thrashed local rivals Espanyol 4-0 in Saturday's Catalan derby to move three points clear at the top of La Liga.

Pak youth delegation to visit India on Tuesday

Pak youth delegation to visit India on Tuesday

Rediff.com1 Apr 2013

A 50-member Pakistani youth peace delegation will travel to India on Tuesday for a two-week visit to boost the bilateral peace process through people-to-people contacts.

ISL: Chhetri, Piquionne score as Mumbai beat table toppers Goa

ISL: Chhetri, Piquionne score as Mumbai beat table toppers Goa

Rediff.com25 Oct 2015

Goals in either half from Sunil Chhetri and Frederic Piquionne were enough to see Mumbai City FC record their second successive win of Indian Super League football against table toppers FC Goa, in Mumbai, on Sunday.

ISRO to launch six Singapore-made satellites in December

ISRO to launch six Singapore-made satellites in December

Rediff.com22 Oct 2015

The six satellites will be launched on PSLV-C29 from the Satish Dhawan Space Centre in Andhra Pradesh on December 16, 2015.

Meet Sanjay Dutt's daughter Trishala

Meet Sanjay Dutt's daughter Trishala

Rediff.com2 Aug 2017

SanjuBaba's daughter is a stunner!

Barca coach reveals Messi injury update

Barca coach reveals Messi injury update

Rediff.com6 Nov 2018

Barcelona coach Ernesto Valverde said captain Lionel Messi could feature against Inter Milan in the Champions League, on Tuesday, little more than two weeks after breaking his arm.

Messi grateful to health workers fighting COVID-19

Messi grateful to health workers fighting COVID-19

Rediff.com13 Apr 2020

The Barcelona legend showed his support following the end of the World Health Worker Week, which concluded on Saturday.

Scam ads, copycats dog agencies

Scam ads, copycats dog agencies

Rediff.com13 Apr 2013

Three recalls of Goafest's award-winning campaigns in one week.

Super Cup: Pedro to step in for Neymar

Super Cup: Pedro to step in for Neymar

Rediff.com10 Aug 2015

Barcelona will be missing the lethal touch of Neymar in attack for the UEFA Super Cup against Sevilla.

Messi latest name to attract interest of tax authorities

Messi latest name to attract interest of tax authorities

Rediff.com13 Jun 2013

Lionel Messi's picture was on the front pages rather than the sports sections of the Spanish media on Thursday, after the World Player of the Year and his father were accused of tax fraud.

Review: Naduvula Konjam... is worth a watch

Review: Naduvula Konjam... is worth a watch

Rediff.com3 Dec 2012

The real hero of the film is its director Balaji Tharaneetharan.

'King' Henry on Ballon D'Or favourites, Pogba's form and Indian football

'King' Henry on Ballon D'Or favourites, Pogba's form and Indian football

Rediff.com25 Oct 2016

France football legend Thierry Henry, who's on his maiden visit to India, has put Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo among the top contenders to win this year's Ballon d'Or trophy.

Five talking points from the weekend in La Liga

Five talking points from the weekend in La Liga

Rediff.com1 Oct 2018

Leaders Barcelona and Real Madrid were held to draws while Sevilla made up ground on the top two and Alaves slipped after a promising start. Here are five talking points from the weekend's La Liga action.

Ghosal, Chinappa sails into Asian Squash C'ships semis

Ghosal, Chinappa sails into Asian Squash C'ships semis

Rediff.com28 Apr 2017

The experienced Ghosal, seeded second in the tournament and ranked 30th in the world, needed just 43 minutes to thrash the 10th-seeded Malhotra. Ghosal kept his rival on the run with an array of shots and dominated the proceedings.

Beckham's PSG salary to be donated to children's charity

Beckham's PSG salary to be donated to children's charity

Rediff.com1 Feb 2013

David Beckham's salary at Paris St Germain will be donated to a children's charity in Paris, the former England captain said on Thursday.

Football PIX: Lukaku score as Inter thump Genoa

Football PIX: Lukaku score as Inter thump Genoa

Rediff.com1 Mar 2021

Images from football matches played in Europe on Sunday.

Messi imitated Maradona's skills but not his lifestyle

Messi imitated Maradona's skills but not his lifestyle

Rediff.com30 Nov 2020

Argentina's two iconic players may be contrasting characters but they shared many traits

Cong's Mr Nice Guy to the rescue in UP?

Cong's Mr Nice Guy to the rescue in UP?

Rediff.com17 Sep 2012

The Congress may finish last in UP despite the non-controversial image of its new chief, notes Aditi Phadnis.

Barcelona appeal Messi yellow card for time wasting

Barcelona appeal Messi yellow card for time wasting

Rediff.com8 Nov 2016

Barcelona have announced they will appeal the yellow card given to Lionel Messi during the team's 2-1 win over Sevilla on Sunday.

Barca, Liverpool coach lash out at packed Euro calendar

Barca, Liverpool coach lash out at packed Euro calendar

Rediff.com23 Nov 2020

Barcelona coach Ronald Koeman has joined other managers in lashing out at the packed European football calendar after deciding to rest Lionel Messi for Tuesday's Champions League trip to Dynamo Kyiv.

The top women's contenders at the French Open

The top women's contenders at the French Open

Rediff.com25 Sep 2020

A look at the top women's contenders at the 2020 French Open.