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A Salute To The Brave Who Gave Us Their All

A Salute To The Brave Who Gave Us Their All

Rediff.com16 May 2025

With respect and gratitude we honour the memory of soldiers who sacrificed their lives in Operation Sindoor.

'I was clear that if the ball comes in my radar, I will hit it'

'I was clear that if the ball comes in my radar, I will hit it'

Rediff.com29 Apr 2025

'I was preparing for this moment for a long time and I am happy that it worked out the way I wanted.'

Chhorii 2 Review: Sigh. Lost Cause

Chhorii 2 Review: Sigh. Lost Cause

Rediff.com11 Apr 2025

Chhorii 2 frustrates way more than it frightens, sighs Sukanya Verma.

21,000 Diyas Lit For 41 Tunnel Workers

21,000 Diyas Lit For 41 Tunnel Workers

Rediff.com28 Nov 2023

Devotees lit 21,000 lamps at Har Ki Pauri in Haridwar, November 27, 2023, as they prayed for the 41 Indians trapped in the Silkyara tunnel in Uttarkashi on Dev Deepawali.

A curious connection as hometown club mourn Pope

A curious connection as hometown club mourn Pope

Rediff.com22 Apr 2025

Argentina-born Pope Francis, who died on Monday, is being honoured at his local hometown soccer club in Buenos Aires, San Lorenzo de Almagro, where the football-loving head of the Roman Catholic Church remained a member during his 12-year papacy.

Thudarum Review: Mohanlal Scores Big Time

Thudarum Review: Mohanlal Scores Big Time

Rediff.com25 Apr 2025

Thudarum is a masterpiece for adults, a serious yet self-aware piece of cinema that has something for everybody, feels Arjun Menon.

Jewel Thief: The Heist Begins Review: This Vault's Empty!

Jewel Thief: The Heist Begins Review: This Vault's Empty!

Rediff.com25 Apr 2025

Forget smarts or cheek, there's little novelty to be found in Jewel Thief's juvenile script, barring its now free usage of the F-word to make it sound all hip and adult, observes Sukanya Verma.

How Rohit Sharma wrote his own rules in Test cricket

How Rohit Sharma wrote his own rules in Test cricket

Rediff.com7 May 2025

Rohit Sharma's career has been a mix of brilliant moments and inconsistencies. While his Test record may not be impressive, his white-ball dominance and leadership qualities make him a legend.

Janhvi, Malaika, Bhumi! Who's The Hottest Showstopper?

Janhvi, Malaika, Bhumi! Who's The Hottest Showstopper?

Rediff.com2 Apr 2025

Take the Rediff style poll and tell us who you think rocked the runway.

Adaptability, awareness key to Rahul's 'home' success

Adaptability, awareness key to Rahul's 'home' success

Rediff.com11 Apr 2025

'This is my ground, my home, (I) know this (ground) better than anyone else. Something I have always done with my preparation is that I always try to adapt to different wickets.'

Narine, Varun, Rana Expose CSK's Aging Core

Narine, Varun, Rana Expose CSK's Aging Core

Rediff.com12 Apr 2025

Together, Harshit Rana's early strikes, Sunil Narine's clinical dismantling, and Varun Chakravarthy's suffocating spell reduced CSK to just 103 for 9-their lowest-ever total at home.

Sikandar Trailer Review: Missing Salman Magic

Sikandar Trailer Review: Missing Salman Magic

Rediff.com24 Mar 2025

Will Salman's latest endeavour finally mark a pulpy return to form? Sadly, no, answers Mayur Sanap.

337 and Counting! Rohit's Sixes Light Up Cuttack!

337 and Counting! Rohit's Sixes Light Up Cuttack!

Rediff.com9 Feb 2025

Indian captain Rohit Sharma has added another feather to his cap, becoming the second-highest six-hitter in One-day International (ODI) history.

PIX: Calm Buttler guides Gujarat to last over win over DC

PIX: Calm Buttler guides Gujarat to last over win over DC

Rediff.com19 Apr 2025

IMAGES from the IPL match between Gujarat Titans and Delhi Capitals in Ahmedabad on Saturday

Struggling SRH eye revival against Punjab Kings

Struggling SRH eye revival against Punjab Kings

Rediff.com11 Apr 2025

SRH's ultra-aggressive approach with the bat has backfired spectacularly as they have suffered four defeats in a row -- leaving them languishing at the bottom of the points table.

Head or Abhishek: Who makes way for Ishan Kishan?

Head or Abhishek: Who makes way for Ishan Kishan?

Rediff.com16 Mar 2025

The Sunrisers' core remains strong, with stars like Travis Head, Abhishek Sharma, Aiden Markram, Heinrich Klaasen, and Nitish Kumar Reddy forming a solid batting backbone.

Duplantis breaks pole vault World record for 11th time

Duplantis breaks pole vault World record for 11th time

Rediff.com1 Mar 2025

The Olympic and World champion cleared 6.27m on his first attempt to break his previous global mark of 6.26 set in Silesia in August.

Was Miller's Catch The Turning Point?

Was Miller's Catch The Turning Point?

Rediff.com9 Apr 2025

Aiden Markram held on to three crucial catches, while Miller had the big fish.

IPL PIX: Gujarat Titans rout Royals; rise to top spot

IPL PIX: Gujarat Titans rout Royals; rise to top spot

Rediff.com10 Apr 2025

Sai Sudharsan's classy fifty combined with a collective bowling effort powered Gujarat Titans to a commanding 58-run win over Rajasthan Royals.

IPL PIX: Delhi Capitals outplay Rajasthan Royals in Super Over win

IPL PIX: Delhi Capitals outplay Rajasthan Royals in Super Over win

Rediff.com17 Apr 2025

IMAGES from the IPL match between Delhi Capitals and Rajasthan Royals played in New Delhi on Wednesday.

Will SRH's Big Hitters Dominate IPL 2025?

Will SRH's Big Hitters Dominate IPL 2025?

Rediff.com22 Mar 2025

2016 champions SRH are banking on a power-packed batting line-up and a revamped bowling attack to end their nine-year title drought.

PIX: Champions Trophy launched at historic Lahore Fort

PIX: Champions Trophy launched at historic Lahore Fort

Rediff.com17 Feb 2025

Members of the trophy-winning squad from 2017 were present at the event with then captain Sarfaraz Ahmed in conversation with former West Indies pacer and broadcaster Ian Bishop.

Reem Sameer Shaikh Will Take Your Breath Away

Reem Sameer Shaikh Will Take Your Breath Away

Rediff.com23 Jan 2025

When she's not dazzling us on-screen, she is serving bomb-tastic fashion-forward looks.

Stoinis inspired by Dhoni's longevity

Stoinis inspired by Dhoni's longevity

Rediff.com24 Mar 2025

Marcus Stoinis says a ready reckoner in how to have a long T20 career has already been created by 40-plus stalwarts like Mahendra Singh Dhoni and Faf du Plessis.

WPL: Run-out controversy as MI lose to DC

WPL: Run-out controversy as MI lose to DC

Rediff.com16 Feb 2025

Taking a dig at the controversial run-out decisions that played a big role in her team's last-ball, two-wicket defeat to Delhi Capitals, Mumbai Indians coach Charlotte Edwards said it was "really hard" to comprehend such calls that affect the eventual outcome of the match.

Modi Wows The Sunak Kids

Modi Wows The Sunak Kids

Rediff.com19 Feb 2025

Rishi Sunak, who seems to be on an extended holiday in India -- we spotted the former UK PM at the Jaipur Lit Fest and at the fourth T20I at the Wankhede late January -- was at Lok Kalyan Marg on Tuesday.

Decoding Mumbai Indians' talent scouting for IPL

Decoding Mumbai Indians' talent scouting for IPL

Rediff.com2 Apr 2025

Mumbai Indians, the five-time IPL champions, have a robust scouting system that unearths hidden gems from across the country.

Kohli's Century of Fifties Crushes Rajasthan!

Kohli's Century of Fifties Crushes Rajasthan!

Rediff.com14 Apr 2025

Virat Kohli, the maestro of the chase, orchestrated a dominant nine-wicket victory for Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) against Rajasthan Royals in Jaipur on Sunday.

Gukesh, Mum, Dad & The Trophy

Gukesh, Mum, Dad & The Trophy

Rediff.com14 Dec 2024

'This moment is special not just for me, but for everyone who has supported my journey.'

IPL PIX: LSG script last-over miracle in Kolkata

IPL PIX: LSG script last-over miracle in Kolkata

Rediff.com8 Apr 2025

IMAGES from the IPL match between KKR and LSG at the Eden Gardens in Kolkata on Tuesday

Sensational Siraj Rocks Hyderabad!

Sensational Siraj Rocks Hyderabad!

Rediff.com7 Apr 2025

Mohammed Siraj lit up the Rajiv Gandhi international stadium, his domestic home ground, with a sensational spell of 4/17.

Ram Navami celebrated across country amid tight security in many states

Ram Navami celebrated across country amid tight security in many states

Rediff.com6 Apr 2025

Temples across Uttar Pradesh were packed with devotees on Sunday for Ram Navami, with Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath leading prayers at the Gorakhnath Temple. Heavy crowds were witnessed at temples in Lucknow, Gorakhpur, and Varanasi, where security was heightened. In Gorakhpur, Adityanath performed the traditional kanya pujan ritual, while in Varanasi, a 51-foot statue of Lord Ram has become a major attraction. The festival was celebrated with enthusiastic fervor across the state.

'I Came To Films To Earn Rs 3 Lakh'

'I Came To Films To Earn Rs 3 Lakh'

Rediff.com9 Apr 2025

'Dharmendra, Shashi Kapoor and I were inseparable while we struggled together.' 'When a disillusioned Dharmendra was packing his bags to return home, I prevailed upon him to give himself two months.' 'Five days later, he was signed for Shola Aur Shabnam and I signed Picnic.'

Bhutan Mourns Dr Singh With Prayers

Bhutan Mourns Dr Singh With Prayers

Rediff.com30 Dec 2024

On Friday, December 27, 2024, the Bhutanese king led the Himalayan nation in offering prayers for Dr Singh at a Buddhist monastery in Thimphu.

Legal experts hail CJI's decision on Delhi HC judge cash row

Legal experts hail CJI's decision on Delhi HC judge cash row

Rediff.com23 Mar 2025

Legal experts have lauded Chief Justice of India Sanjiv Khanna's decision to make public crucial documents related to a controversy surrounding the alleged discovery of cash from Delhi High Court judge Yashwant Varma's residence. They also welcomed the formation of an in-house committee to further investigate the matter. While some expressed concerns about the incident's impact on the judiciary's image, others emphasized the need for transparency and a fair inquiry. The Supreme Court released the inquiry report by Delhi High Court Chief Justice D K Upadhyaya, which included photos and videos of the alleged cash discovery. Justice Varma has denied the allegations, calling them a "conspiracy to frame and malign him."

'The Dip Was Phenomenal But...'

'The Dip Was Phenomenal But...'

Rediff.com25 Feb 2025

Pramod Prasad wishes some things could have been different.

Modi recites Neeraj's poem to counter Kharge in RS

Modi recites Neeraj's poem to counter Kharge in RS

Rediff.com6 Feb 2025

Prime Minister Narendra Modi took a jibe at Leader of Opposition Mallikarjun Kharge in Rajya Sabha on Wednesday, saying the poem that Kharge recited to criticize the BJP government was written during the reign of Congress. Modi also read out a poem written by renowned Hindi poet Gopaldas Neeraj to attack the Congress.

'Coldplay Was Magical!'

'Coldplay Was Magical!'

Rediff.com21 Jan 2025

'Chris Martin's energy was so infectious and his voice soared through the stadium,' says Ritodhara Basuthakur.

Women We Admire: Savitribai Phule

Women We Admire: Savitribai Phule

Rediff.com4 Mar 2025

This Women's Day week, we honour Savitribai Phule, India's first female teacher, who fearlessly fought for women's education, equality and social justice, reshaping the future for generations of women.

Where A Heroic Battle Against The Chinese Was Fought

Where A Heroic Battle Against The Chinese Was Fought

Rediff.com10 Apr 2025

The Battle of Lhagyala on November 23, 1962, fought by the 4 Rajput Regiment against the Chinese PLA, remains a forgotten chapter of heroism, with no survivors left to tell their story.