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Bollywood's High Points of 2022

Bollywood's High Points of 2022

Rediff.com21 Dec 2022

As 2022 readies to bid adieu, Sukanya Verma raises a toast to the 10 high points of the year.

Sporting legends we lost in 2020

Sporting legends we lost in 2020

Rediff.com30 Dec 2020

Sporting world lost some of its favourite stars this year.

Meet Hollywood's favourite tattoo artist

Meet Hollywood's favourite tattoo artist

Rediff.com9 Mar 2019

From Lady Gaga, Miley Cyrus, Emma Roberts, Joe Jonas to Mandy Moore, tattoo artiste Winter Stone seems to be everyone's favourite in Hollywood.

'Peace for Paris' symbol goes viral in solidarity with terror victims

'Peace for Paris' symbol goes viral in solidarity with terror victims

Rediff.com15 Nov 2015

A "Peace for Paris" symbol, combining the city's beloved Eiffel Tower with the peace sign of the Sixties, has gone viral following the Paris terror attacks.

Linkin Park lead singer Chester Bennington dies at 41

Linkin Park lead singer Chester Bennington dies at 41

Rediff.com21 Jul 2017

Brian Elias, the chief of operations for the Los Angeles County coroner's office, confirmed the death and said it was being investigated as a possible suicide.

Sports Shorts: Bronze for Advani in long-up format at World Billiards

Sports Shorts: Bronze for Advani in long-up format at World Billiards

Rediff.com15 Nov 2017

A summary of sports events and sports persons, who made news on Wednesday

Football Briefs: Zlatan rules out playing in World Cup

Football Briefs: Zlatan rules out playing in World Cup

Rediff.com26 Apr 2018

News of all that's transpired on and off the football field.

Time right for the great American cricketing dream?

Time right for the great American cricketing dream?

Rediff.com25 Nov 2020

Prominent deep-pocketed investors are lined up to finance Major League Cricket, the world's top players are supposedly ready to sign on and, according to the ICC and USA Cricket research, there is a baked-in fan base of between 15 and 20 million waiting to be served.

I could have still been at Liverpool had they offered coaching role: Gerrard

I could have still been at Liverpool had they offered coaching role: Gerrard

Rediff.com11 Sep 2015

'I was surprised a role wasn't mentioned when chief executive Ian Ayre sat down with my agent, but maybe it might happen one day' 'I'd have stayed on as a squad player if I'd had the chance to learn more about management or coaching'

PIX: How models unwind

PIX: How models unwind

Rediff.com19 Feb 2019

A sneak-peek into the lives of international models.

Varsity swimmers Srihari, Maana nominated for Tokyo Games

Varsity swimmers Srihari, Maana nominated for Tokyo Games

Rediff.com22 Jun 2021

The duo will hope to make the cut in an Olympic qualifying event in Rome later this week.

Indian yoga guru faces 6 sex assault charges in US

Indian yoga guru faces 6 sex assault charges in US

Rediff.com27 Feb 2015

A 69-year-old prominent Indian-American yoga guru who founded an exercise routine practiced in hot rooms is facing six lawsuits filed by women, accusing him of sexual assault or rape at various locations, including in India.

IOC clears AIBA rule as male boxers set for headgearless bout at Rio

IOC clears AIBA rule as male boxers set for headgearless bout at Rio

Rediff.com2 Mar 2016

For the first time in 32 years male boxers will be able trade punches without any headgear at this year's Rio Games after the International Olympic Committee sanctioned a change introduced by world boxing federation AIBA.

Tokyo, Paris agree to join hands on Games preparations

Tokyo, Paris agree to join hands on Games preparations

Rediff.com11 Jul 2018

Organisers said they would explore partnering in areas including the exchange of personnel and information and language services, and actively promote each other's Games and work closely on the flag hand-over ceremonies.

#ComicCon: When superheroes landed in San Diego

#ComicCon: When superheroes landed in San Diego

Rediff.com25 Jul 2017

The best-costumed attendees at the annual Comic-Con gathering in San Diego.

Trump says COVID-19 infections in African-Americans higher

Trump says COVID-19 infections in African-Americans higher

Rediff.com8 Apr 2020

Trump says he is very concerned about the terrible numbers of infected African-Americans.

Doctors. MURDERERS. ROBOTS

Doctors. MURDERERS. ROBOTS

Rediff.com9 Nov 2021

Long distance love, heroic doctors, murderers masquerading as witnesses, pet-friendly robots, Sukanya Verma gives you your OTT fix of the week, take your pick from this eclectic menu.

American icon who introduced the world to Playboy magazine is dead

American icon who introduced the world to Playboy magazine is dead

Rediff.com28 Sep 2017

A glimpse into the flamboyant life of Hugh Hefner.

New York sues Harvey Weinstein over sexual misconduct

New York sues Harvey Weinstein over sexual misconduct

Rediff.com12 Feb 2018

The case has been filed electronically in Manhattan's State Supreme Court and the timing is expected to cause a delay in the sale of The Weinstein Company (TWC), which is facing bankruptcy, the New York Times reported.

Vijender injured in training, US pro debut delayed

Vijender injured in training, US pro debut delayed

Rediff.com25 Mar 2019

Vijender, represented in India by IOS Boxing Promotions, relocated his training base to Los Angles earlier this month after signing up with the legenday Bob Arum's 'Top Rank Promotions'.

26/11: US court rejects Rana's writ of habeas corpus

26/11: US court rejects Rana's writ of habeas corpus

Rediff.com18 Aug 2023

A United States court has denied the writ of habeas corpus filed by Pakistani-origin Canadian businessman Tahawwur Rana, paving the way for US Secretary of State Antony Blinken to issue a certification for him to be extradited to India where he is sought for his involvement in the 2008 Mumbai terror attacks.

Meet Shah Rukh Khan's son, Aryan

Meet Shah Rukh Khan's son, Aryan

Rediff.com29 Mar 2017

A generation of youngsters are waiting in the wings, ready for their shot at being the Next Big Bollywood Star. Meet Aryan Khan, Shah Rukh Khan's 'dude child'.

NBA stars extend support to Indian farmers

NBA stars extend support to Indian farmers

Rediff.com4 Feb 2021

Indian government's crackdown on the protest after it turned violent on January 26 in Delhi.

Mirabai is Queen of Indian weightlifting again in 2022

Mirabai is Queen of Indian weightlifting again in 2022

Rediff.com27 Dec 2022

Apart from Mirabai, the four other Indian lifters were placed in groups C and D, failing to finish even in the top 20 at the Worlds, earlier this month.

PIX: 'Homebody' Osaka making the most of isolation

PIX: 'Homebody' Osaka making the most of isolation

Rediff.com30 Apr 2020

Following a whirlwind few years, Japanese tennis star Naomi Osaka can be forgiven for taking time to reset and relax as the sporting world goes on an indefinite pause due to the coronavirus crisis. Osaka, a two-time Grand Slam winner who also became the first Japanese player to reach world number one, had been preparing for another action-packed summer including her Olympics debut on home soil at Tokyo 2020.

David Schwimmer, wife part ways

David Schwimmer, wife part ways

Rediff.com6 Apr 2017

The couple shares one daughter together, a five-year-old girl named Cleo Buckman Schwimmer.

Bollywood Girl in Hollywood

Bollywood Girl in Hollywood

Rediff.com30 Jun 2021

Meet Joya Nandy Kazi, Hollywood's go-to-choreographer for Indian traditional dance and Bollywood style dance routines.

26/11 plotter Rana rearrested in US on India's request

26/11 plotter Rana rearrested in US on India's request

Rediff.com20 Jun 2020

Rana, 59, a childhood friend of David Coleman Headley, was recently released from jail on compassionate ground after he told a US court that he has tested positive for the COVID-19.

Bollywood's FAVOURITE Summer Destinations

Bollywood's FAVOURITE Summer Destinations

Rediff.com23 Apr 2019

Going on vacation? Take inspiration from Bollywood!

Rewind: Top 10 images from the week that was

Rewind: Top 10 images from the week that was

Rediff.com15 Dec 2014

Images from stories that shaped the week gone by.

India's 10 fastest growing cities; Surat tops

India's 10 fastest growing cities; Surat tops

Rediff.com7 Dec 2018

Besides Surat, which will also be the world's fastest growing city during 2019-35, the other nine cities are Agra, Bengaluru Hyderabad, Nagpur, Tiruppur, Rajkot, Tiruchirappalli, Chennai and Vijayawada.

Nomadland, The Disciple, Godzilla vs Kong... OTT Treats!

Nomadland, The Disciple, Godzilla vs Kong... OTT Treats!

Rediff.com4 May 2021

Oscar winners, festival favourites, massy entertainers, all-time classics, Sukanya Verma offers plenty to pick from on OTT this week.

Wrestler Ravi carries hopes of Nahri village to Tokyo Olympics

Wrestler Ravi carries hopes of Nahri village to Tokyo Olympics

Rediff.com19 Jul 2021

The villagers have pinned their hopes for development on Ravi, whose success has much to do with the sacrifices and moral guidance of one man -- his father Rakesh Kumar Dahiya.

Year Ender 2022: Indian archers fail to deliver

Year Ender 2022: Indian archers fail to deliver

Rediff.com28 Dec 2022

Transition struggle for Indian archers in forgettable 2022

Mallika Sherawat's SUPERSTAR life, in pictures!

Mallika Sherawat's SUPERSTAR life, in pictures!

Rediff.com24 Oct 2016

The actress celebrates he 40th birthday today!

LeBron draws social media ire over Hong Kong tweet row

LeBron draws social media ire over Hong Kong tweet row

Rediff.com16 Oct 2019

Morey's tweet of support for pro-democracy protests in Hong Kong prompted Chinese sponsors and partners to cut ties with the league and forced the National Basketball Association (NBA) to answer difficult questions about free speech.

Is Britain Ready For Akshata Murty?

Is Britain Ready For Akshata Murty?

Rediff.com19 Jul 2022

Meet Sudha Murty and N R Narayana Murthy's daughter whose husband Rishi Sunak is the frontrunner to be Britain's next prime minister.

Bryant named Basketball Hall of Fame finalist

Bryant named Basketball Hall of Fame finalist

Rediff.com15 Feb 2020

Kobe Bryant, fourth all-time in NBA scoring, played for the Los Angeles Lakers during an illustrious 20-year career that was highlighted by five NBA championships, two NBA Finals MVPs and one league MVP.

Jordan Olympic shoes sell for record $190,373

Jordan Olympic shoes sell for record $190,373

Rediff.com12 Jun 2017

The Converse shoes were said to be used by the NBA legend in the gold medal game against Spain in the 1984 Olympics, according to ESPN.

Model Kate Upton accuses Guess co-founder of sexual harassment

Model Kate Upton accuses Guess co-founder of sexual harassment

Rediff.com2 Feb 2018

Model Kate Upton makes allegations against the co-founder of Guess.