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What's Yuvi Doing With T20 World Cup?

What's Yuvi Doing With T20 World Cup?

Rediff.com7 May 2024

Yuvraj Singh took the T20 World Cup trophy into top gear at the Miami Grand Prix circuit.

Olympics: France's Riner reigns supreme with 4th gold

Olympics: France's Riner reigns supreme with 4th gold

Rediff.com3 Aug 2024

The 35-year-old is judo's most decorated athlete at the Olympics with six medals.

Madhavan attends lit fest in Bhutan

Madhavan attends lit fest in Bhutan

Rediff.com24 May 2011

The four-day event took place in Thimpu.

Cat or leopard? Delhi police reveal mystery over animal at Modi oath taking

Cat or leopard? Delhi police reveal mystery over animal at Modi oath taking

Rediff.com11 Jun 2024

The Delhi police, however, said in a statement on 'X' that the animal seen in the video is a 'common house cat'.

Celebrating History: Mumbai's First Sarvajanik Bappa

Celebrating History: Mumbai's First Sarvajanik Bappa

Rediff.com12 Sep 2024

Mumbai's historic tryst with the Lord of Wisdom began at the Keshavji Naik Chawl in 1893.

Athletics delivers thrills, records and upsets in Paris

Athletics delivers thrills, records and upsets in Paris

Rediff.com12 Aug 2024

Lyles and Hassan bookend fabulous Paris programme

PIX: France Wows With Spectacular Olympics Opening

PIX: France Wows With Spectacular Olympics Opening

Rediff.com27 Jul 2024

France showcased its cultural diversity, spirit of revolution, impeccable craftsmanship, and architectural heritage in a riveting opening ceremony for the 33rd Olympic Games.

My take aways from the Jaipur LitFest

My take aways from the Jaipur LitFest

Rediff.com4 Feb 2020

'Surprised by the absence of any sloganeering or even mild protest in an ambience so free and self-regulated, I asked a friend from Delhi whether he too, with sharp political antenna, was surprised at how smooth and easy going everything was,' notes Ambassador B S Prakash.

PIX: Real Madrid snatch comeback win; Arsenal survive!

PIX: Real Madrid snatch comeback win; Arsenal survive!

Rediff.com23 Oct 2024

Real Madrid fought back from two goals down as Vinicius Jr grabbed a hat-trick in a thrilling 5-2 win over visitors Borussia Dortmund in the Champions League.

'Hindi aati hai thodi-thodi'

'Hindi aati hai thodi-thodi'

Rediff.com26 Feb 2024

Banter between Shoaib Bashir and Sarfaraz Khan during the fourth Test in Ranchi on Saturday.

PHOTOS: Ayodhya lit-up with 5 lakh diyas on Diwali eve

PHOTOS: Ayodhya lit-up with 5 lakh diyas on Diwali eve

Rediff.com26 Oct 2019

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath and Governor Anandiben Patel participated in the celebrations.

SEE: SRK, Shahid, Sidharth light up WPL 2024

SEE: SRK, Shahid, Sidharth light up WPL 2024

Rediff.com23 Feb 2024

Shah Rukh Khan lit up the M Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru during the electrifying opening ceremony of the Women's Premier League (WPL) 2024 in Bengaluru

When Hindus, Muslims came together to save Dhaka's ancient temple

When Hindus, Muslims came together to save Dhaka's ancient temple

Rediff.com24 Aug 2024

On August 13, Muhammad Yunus visited the Dhakeswari Temple and reached out to the distressed Hindu community members in the wake of attacks on the minority communities.

PIX: EPL champs Man City's blue parade!

PIX: EPL champs Man City's blue parade!

Rediff.com27 May 2024

Neither the weather nor the anti-climax of the ceremony taking place the day after the FA Cup final defeat by arch-rivals Manchester United 2-1 could dampen the spirits as flags, bananas and even a blow-up Jack Grealish dummy were held aloft in triumph.

Chick-lit: Four saucy reads!

Chick-lit: Four saucy reads!

Rediff.com17 May 2005

PIX: Austria ease past Poland, renew knock-out hopes

PIX: Austria ease past Poland, renew knock-out hopes

Rediff.com22 Jun 2024

Images from the Euro 2024 Group D match between Austria and Poland at Berlin Olympiastadion, in Berlin, on Friday.

When Bollywood LIT UP the screen!

When Bollywood LIT UP the screen!

Rediff.com2 Dec 2019

Sukanya Verma celebrates chandeliers on celluloid and their most memorable moments in Hindi films.

Aamir's Home Lights Up For Daughter Ira's Wedding

Aamir's Home Lights Up For Daughter Ira's Wedding

Rediff.com2 Jan 2024

Aamir Khan's daughter Ira Khan is all set to tie the knot with long-time boyfriend Nupur Shikhare on January 3.

Too Much Screen Time? How You Can Protect Your Eyes

Too Much Screen Time? How You Can Protect Your Eyes

Rediff.com6 Aug 2024

Every 20 minutes take at least a 20-second break and look at something which is 20 feet away from you. This exercise helps in relaxing the eye muscles and reduces fatigue, suggests ophthalmologist and aesthetic surgeon Dr Sneha Shah.

Rediff's Wave Rider Retires!

Rediff's Wave Rider Retires!

Rediff.com1 Nov 2024

We asked colleagues, present and past, to reflect on a man who has made such a difference to their lives and careers. Here it is then, a rich collection of memories that offer enchanting glimpses of the enigmatic Ajit Balakrishnan.

What A Catch!

What A Catch!

Rediff.com7 May 2024

In the 55th match of the ongoing season, there were a couple of crucial catches which changed the ebbs and flows of the game.

PIX: Duplantis breaks own pole vault World record

PIX: Duplantis breaks own pole vault World record

Rediff.com6 Aug 2024

Images from the Track and Field action at the Parish Olympics on Monday.

Jwala Gutta's 'Diwali Special with her favourite'

Jwala Gutta's 'Diwali Special with her favourite'

Rediff.com14 Nov 2023

Aamir, a sports lover, lit up Jwala's party with his presence.

Sonam's Candid Confessions...

Sonam's Candid Confessions...

Rediff.com11 Apr 2024

Both Sonam and Anil Kapoor waxed eloquent about their respective spouses.

T20 WC: Aussies aim for historic treble

T20 WC: Aussies aim for historic treble

Rediff.com30 May 2024

Australia bring an ageing squad and a few players short of fitness to the T20 World Cup but will have the same easygoing confidence

Beijing Olympics torch lit amid protest

Beijing Olympics torch lit amid protest

Rediff.com24 Mar 2008

Pro-Tibet demonstrators tried to hijack the Beijing Olympic torch lighting ceremony in ancient Olympia on Monday. Just before the torch-lighting ceremony inside the archaeological site that played host to the Olympics in ancient Greece, a few demonstrators tried to break a tight police cordon.

Voices of dissent are only heard at lit fests these days

Voices of dissent are only heard at lit fests these days

Rediff.com31 Jan 2018

'Many of the biggest events at such lit fests have nothing to do with books or authors, but about current events and the changing nature of society,' points out Aakar Patel.

What Makes Kajol So Feisty At 50

What Makes Kajol So Feisty At 50

Rediff.com5 Aug 2024

If there's one thing the full-of-beans star knows, it's how to stay happy, observes Dinesh Raheja.

Olympics Movies That Will Amaze You

Olympics Movies That Will Amaze You

Rediff.com27 Jul 2024

Sports films have their own unique charm, but those centered on the Olympics and Olympians stand apart, depicting unparalleled tales of grit, guts, gumption, and glory.

A Small Line Of People Crossed Into India

A Small Line Of People Crossed Into India

Rediff.com19 Aug 2024

When I asked Krishna Gopal Sengupta, who had travelled through Bangladesh from Chittagong to Petrapole if the interim government had made any impact at ground level, he said, "it's been only a couple of days. They will need some time." Shyam G Menon reports from Petrapole, India's entry point with Bangladesh.

'Technology has gone wrong'

'Technology has gone wrong'

Rediff.com6 Feb 2024

'Technology can never be 100% which is why we have the umpire's call.'

'Father Taught Me To Fight For My Rights'

'Father Taught Me To Fight For My Rights'

Rediff.com16 Jun 2024

To tell us about your father, just mail us at getahead@rediff.co.in (subject: My father) along with your name, the place where you live, your father's name and picture and your message about him.

Maxwell Joins Elite Club: Equals Rohit with fifth T20I ton

Maxwell Joins Elite Club: Equals Rohit with fifth T20I ton

Rediff.com11 Feb 2024

Maxwell's innings stands as the fifth-highest individual score by an Australian in Men's T20Is

Melbourne woman stubs lit cigarette in journalist's face, charged

Melbourne woman stubs lit cigarette in journalist's face, charged

Rediff.com9 Jun 2015

She has been charged with public nuisance for stubbing out a cigarette on a journalist's face outside a court.

How IIM students lit up a village

How IIM students lit up a village

Rediff.com20 Jan 2009

The story of this secret contribution started in 2006, when IIM-L's students were asked to visit a nearby village as part of a social initiative programme on World Poverty Day.

Is This What Sanya Should Wear All The Time?

Is This What Sanya Should Wear All The Time?

Rediff.com7 Dec 2023

The actor has been offering a fresh take on the traditional drape. Silloo Sam Bahadur

Dense Fog Engulfs Kashmir

Dense Fog Engulfs Kashmir

Rediff.com22 Nov 2023

As the night temperature plummeted to below freezing point in many parts of the Kashmir valley including Srinagar, dense fog engulfed the city and other parts.

Has Gaikwad Booked Ticket to T20 WC?

Has Gaikwad Booked Ticket to T20 WC?

Rediff.com29 Apr 2024

Ruturaj Gaikwad's 98 was a display of pure power and precision, laced with 10 boundaries and 3 towering sixes.

WOW Moments From Paris Olympics!

WOW Moments From Paris Olympics!

Rediff.com13 Aug 2024

With the athletes bidding goodbye to Paris after another bone-tingling edition of the Olympics, Norma Astrid Godinho/Rediff.com, shares some interesting nuggets that made the Paris Olympics an event to remember!

Indian 2 Review: Kamal Haasan Elevates Overwritten Sequel

Indian 2 Review: Kamal Haasan Elevates Overwritten Sequel

Rediff.com12 Jul 2024

The saving grace of Shankar's expanded universe is the masterful precision with which Kamal Haasan drops himself into a messy setup, only slightly to elevate the pulpy tendencies of Shankar's vision, observes Arjun Menon.