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Photos: Padma Lakshmi's fangirl moment

Photos: Padma Lakshmi's fangirl moment

Rediff.com25 Apr 2018

The model-turned-celebrity chef took a moment to share selfies with the honorees at Time magazine's annual gala.

7 killed as rain-soaked wall collapses at Andhra temple

7 killed as rain-soaked wall collapses at Andhra temple

Rediff.com1 May 2025

The wall collapsed on the Rs 300 ticket queue line near the shopping complex on the ghat road from Simhagiri Bus Stand at around 3 am. Heavy overnight rains and strong winds are suspected to have loosened the soil, causing the structure to fall, Anitha told reporters.

Sickening to see anti-Muslim violence in India: Padma Lakshmi

Sickening to see anti-Muslim violence in India: Padma Lakshmi

Rediff.com28 Apr 2022

Asserting that there is no threat to Hinduism in India or anywhere else, Indian American supermodel and author Padma Lakshmi on Wednesday said people of all faiths should be able to live peacefully in 'this ancient, vast land'.

National Games: Uttarakhand hockey teams knocked out

National Games: Uttarakhand hockey teams knocked out

Rediff.com8 Feb 2025

Karnataka to face Services in men's doubles tennis final

Damaged idols found in well of reopened Sambhal temple

Damaged idols found in well of reopened Sambhal temple

Rediff.com16 Dec 2024

Two damaged idols were found inside the well of the Bhasma Shankar temple in Sambhal, Uttar Pradesh, India, which was reopened last week after being shut for 46 years. The temple, which houses an idol of Lord Hanuman and a Shivling, was reopened on December 13 after authorities stumbled upon the covered structure during an anti-encroachment drive. The idols, a Lakshmi idol and a Parvati idol, were found in the well, which authorities had planned to reopen. The district administration has written to the Archaeological Survey of India for carbon dating of the temple, including the well.

What The Mohan Babu-Manoj Feud Is About

What The Mohan Babu-Manoj Feud Is About

Rediff.com11 Dec 2024

All is not well between veteran Telugu actor Mohan Babu and his son Manchu Manoj.

Kiara's Killer Looks

Kiara's Killer Looks

Rediff.com7 Jan 2025

Kiara Advani is the definition of modern-day Bollywood glam.

Family Time For Stars This Diwali

Family Time For Stars This Diwali

Rediff.com2 Nov 2024

Film families celebrate Diwali with memorable pictures on social media.

Daggubatti, Deverakonda, booked for promoting betting apps

Daggubatti, Deverakonda, booked for promoting betting apps

Rediff.com20 Mar 2025

Six Telugu film actors, including Rana Daggubati, Prakash Raj, and Vijay Deverkonda, along with 19 social media influencers have been booked for allegedly promoting betting apps. A businessman filed a complaint alleging that the celebrities and influencers were promoting these apps on social media through pop-up ads and other means. The police registered a case under relevant sections of the BNS, Gaming Act, and IT Act based on the complaint and are planning to issue notices to those named in the FIR.

Dhanteras: The Festival Of Wealth

Dhanteras: The Festival Of Wealth

Rediff.com29 Oct 2024

Dhanatrayodashi is called Dhanteras and its twinkling lights set the mood of India's greatest and most popular festival -- Diwali, the festival of lights.

Padma Lakshmi, we missed you!

Padma Lakshmi, we missed you!

Rediff.com5 Feb 2017

Ten years later, the stunning supermodel stomped the runway for Tarun Tahiliani.

Meet the boatman who made Rs 30 crore during Kumbh

Meet the boatman who made Rs 30 crore during Kumbh

Rediff.com5 Mar 2025

Inspired by the earnings of boat operators during the 2019 Ardh Kumbh, a boatman's family in Uttar Pradesh's Prayagraj took a bold entrepreneurial step during the recently concluded Mahakumbh Mela 2025, generating a staggering profit of Rs 30 crore.

'Unapologetically Indian' In New York

'Unapologetically Indian' In New York

Rediff.com19 Mar 2025

'I always cook from my heart,' says New York Chef Vijaya Kumar who won his third Michelin Star recently.

Will Miss World Raise Telangana's Profile?

Will Miss World Raise Telangana's Profile?

Rediff.com8 Apr 2025

Many states are realising that hosting mega events puts the spotlight on them and raises their profile.

Alia Gives Us Chal Kudiye

Alia Gives Us Chal Kudiye

Rediff.com18 Sep 2024

Rakul is a denim girl... Raashii in London... Fatima in Amsterdam...

India To Have Second Rocket Port

India To Have Second Rocket Port

Rediff.com12 Mar 2025

The fuel cost will come down if rockets are launched from Kulasekarapattinam as they will have a straight trajectory and need not have to avoid Sri Lanka, which is being done by rockets flown from Sriharikota.

More Pictures From The SoChay Wedding

More Pictures From The SoChay Wedding

Rediff.com6 Dec 2024

Nagarjuna posted more pictures from Sobhita Dhulipala and Naga Chaitanya's wedding, held at the family studio, Annapurna Studios in Hyderabad.

'I Want To Do A K-Drama'

'I Want To Do A K-Drama'

Rediff.com14 Aug 2024

'If you ask me where I want my career to go, I have been saying this for a long time: I want to do a K-drama. I want to be in Korea doing a love story, full of romance.'

Delhi polls: Prez Murmu, Jaishankar, Rahul, Atishi vote

Delhi polls: Prez Murmu, Jaishankar, Rahul, Atishi vote

Rediff.com5 Feb 2025

Voting for the Delhi Assembly elections began on Wednesday, with prominent leaders like President Droupadi Murmu, Union ministers S Jaishankar and Hardeep Singh Puri, Congress leader Rahul Gandhi, and Delhi Chief Minister Atishi casting their ballots early in the day. Other notable figures who participated in the electoral process included Lieutenant Governor V K Saxena, Chief Election Commissioner Rajiv Kumar, AAP leader and former Delhi deputy chief minister Manish Sisodia, Delhi BJP president Virendra Sachdeva, Delhi Police Commissioner Sanjay Arora, and Delhi Chief Electoral Officer R Alice Vaz. The election is a triangular contest between the ruling AAP, BJP, and Congress, with the AAP aiming for a third consecutive term. Polling is underway at 13,766 stations across Delhi's 70 assembly constituencies to decide the fate of 699 candidates. The results will be announced on February 8.

'Dear nurses, we feel for you': Padma Lakshmi

'Dear nurses, we feel for you': Padma Lakshmi

Rediff.com9 Apr 2020

The supermodel's gratitude post is winning the Internet for all the right reasons.

'Thank You For Choosing Me'

'Thank You For Choosing Me'

Rediff.com23 Sep 2024

Bollywood is celebrating Daughter's Day with beautiful pictures on social media.

Navratri, Day 4: Sonakshi, Kangana Stun In Orange

Navratri, Day 4: Sonakshi, Kangana Stun In Orange

Rediff.com6 Oct 2024

This celebratory colour is the perfect pick for adding that spark to your festive wardrobe.

Check out what Padma Lakshmi wore

Check out what Padma Lakshmi wore

Rediff.com25 May 2021

These stars have some serious style!

FIRST LOOK: Padma Lakshmi at LFW

FIRST LOOK: Padma Lakshmi at LFW

Rediff.com4 Feb 2017

The supermodel turned cookbook author made a surprise entry at Ritu Kumar's show.

'We Are Fixated By White Skin In India'

'We Are Fixated By White Skin In India'

Rediff.com3 Apr 2025

'Not just women, but even men are judged by the colour of their skin and have to fight prejudice every day.'

Ananya, Kriti Look Stunning In Mermaidcore!

Ananya, Kriti Look Stunning In Mermaidcore!

Rediff.com16 Dec 2024

This contemporary, ocean-inspired look has become a cultural movement in 2024.

Govt approves merger of Lakshmi Vilas Bank with DBIL

Govt approves merger of Lakshmi Vilas Bank with DBIL

Rediff.com25 Nov 2020

The government on Wednesday approved merger of crisis-ridden Lakshmi Vilas Bank (LVB) with DBS Bank India Ltd (DBIL) and removed restrictions on withdrawal of deposits by depositors. The Union Cabinet has approved the merger of the LVB with DBS Bank India Limited, Union Minister Prakash Javadekar told reporters, adding the decision will provide comfort to 20 lakh depositors and protect the services of 4,000 employees.

The Mesmerising Dhunuchi Naach

The Mesmerising Dhunuchi Naach

Rediff.com12 Oct 2024

Maa Durga's devotees hold one or more dhunuchis in their hands -- and even in their mouths -as they dance to the dhaak (drums) and venerate the Goddess who has come to visit them.

Lakshmi discharged from hospital

Lakshmi discharged from hospital

Rediff.com15 Dec 2007

The two-year-old Lakshmi Tatma, who underwent a successful complicated surgery to separate her from a conjoined parasitic twin at a superspeciality hospital about 10 weeks ago, was discharged on Saturday.

Lakshmi Vilas Bank placed under moratorium, withdrawals capped at Rs 25,000

Lakshmi Vilas Bank placed under moratorium, withdrawals capped at Rs 25,000

Rediff.com17 Nov 2020

The government on Tuesday placed Lakshmi Vilas Bank under one-month moratorium, superseded its board and capped withdrawals at Rs 25,000 per depositor. The step was taken by the government, on the advice of the Reserve Bank, in view of the declining financial health of the private sector lender. In a statement, the RBI said in the absence of a credible revival plan, with a view to protect depositors' interest and in the interest of financial and banking stability, there was no alternative but to apply to the central government for imposing a moratorium under Section 45 of the Banking Regulation Act, 1949.

Padma Lakshmi slays in snake-print bikini

Padma Lakshmi slays in snake-print bikini

Rediff.com6 Jul 2018

Take a look at how celebs celebrated #NationalBikiniDay.

First time no foreign attempt to disrupt Parliament session: Modi

First time no foreign attempt to disrupt Parliament session: Modi

Rediff.com31 Jan 2025

Prime Minister Narendra Modi said on Friday that there have been no attempts from abroad to stoke trouble in India ahead of the Parliament's Budget session, which begins on Saturday. Modi's statement comes as his government prepares to present its first full-fledged budget in its third term. He expressed confidence that the Budget session will infuse new confidence and energy in attaining the goal of 'Viksit Bharat' by 2047, and said his government has been working in a mission mode for an all-round development.

Wah! Sobhita, Kya Grace Hain!

Wah! Sobhita, Kya Grace Hain!

Rediff.com24 Aug 2024

Nimrat's must-read trekking pointers... Urmila's gyaan... Vikrant's looking dandy...

Whoa! Does Padma Lakshmi actually age

Whoa! Does Padma Lakshmi actually age

Rediff.com7 Sep 2018

The Top Chef host, who turned 48, seems to be getting hotter with age.

Proposal to rename Mysuru road after Siddaramaiah sparks outrage

Proposal to rename Mysuru road after Siddaramaiah sparks outrage

Rediff.com25 Dec 2024

A proposal by the Mysuru City Corporation (MCC) to rename a stretch of road in the city after Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah has sparked strong objections from the opposition JD(S) and citizens. The proposal, which calls for naming a stretch of KRS Road as 'Siddaramaiah Arogya Marga', has been met with criticism, with the JD(S) calling it a "betrayal and insult" to the city's history and the state. The proposal has also drawn ire from RTI activist Snehamayi Krishna, who alleges that the road holds historical significance and that Siddaramaiah is an accused in the MUDA site allotment case. Citizens have also voiced their objections to the proposal, and Krishna has announced her intention to challenge it legally.

Nushrratt's Nazaarein In Paris

Nushrratt's Nazaarein In Paris

Rediff.com3 Sep 2024

Jr NTR-Lakshmi Pranathi-Rishab Shetty-Pragathi at a temple...Priyanka attends another wedding... Manushi takes back a souvenir...

Review: Lakshmi is a mediocre film

Review: Lakshmi is a mediocre film

Rediff.com18 Jan 2013

The film loses steam after the first half.

The Aamir Khan You Don't Know

The Aamir Khan You Don't Know

Rediff.com17 Mar 2025

'Had anyone asked me if I was Aamir Khan, I would have admitted to it.' Senior movie journalist Roshmila Bhattacharya flips through the pages of her many interactions with Aamir Khan, who turned 60 on March 14.

Getting Infatuated With Tamannaah

Getting Infatuated With Tamannaah

Rediff.com22 Aug 2024

Saiyami gets sporty... Pooja goes trekking... Madhur meets Priyanka...

FIITJEE founder among 12 booked after parents' complaints over shut down

FIITJEE founder among 12 booked after parents' complaints over shut down

Rediff.com25 Jan 2025

The founder of FIITJEE and 11 others have been booked after several of the coaching institute's centres in Delhi-NCR abruptly shut down, leaving students and parents in the lurch. FIITJEE has blamed the closures on "mismanagement and desertion" by managing partners, while students and parents allege non-payment of salaries and fraudulent practices. The institute claims it is pursuing legal action against competitors for alleged poaching of its faculty.