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Air India CEO on why aircraft deliveries may be hit for 4-5 years

Air India CEO on why aircraft deliveries may be hit for 4-5 years

Rediff.com19 Mar 2025

Aircraft supply to airlines will remain constrained during the next four to five years due to the supply chain issues being faced by plane makers Airbus and Boeing and there is not much that carriers can do beyond optimising their flight network expansion, Air India CEO and MD Campbell Wilson said on Tuesday.

35 luxury cars at Guj school farewell spark row; 22 seized, parents booked

35 luxury cars at Guj school farewell spark row; 22 seized, parents booked

Rediff.com13 Feb 2025

Surat police have seized 22 cars and registered FIRs against the parents of three Class 12 students who were driving without licenses in a convoy of 35 high-end cars while performing stunts. The students were on their way to a school farewell function. The video of the incident, which went viral, showed students performing dangerous stunts such as driving with their heads out of sunroofs and holding smoke guns.

We believe in 'vasudhaiva kutumbakam', yet divided with kin: SC

We believe in 'vasudhaiva kutumbakam', yet divided with kin: SC

Rediff.com28 Mar 2025

The Supreme Court of India has expressed concern over the erosion of the family institution, stating that people in India, while valuing the concept of 'vasudhaiva kutumbakam' (the world is one family), are failing to maintain unity even within their immediate families. This observation came in a case involving a dispute between a mother and her eldest son over property and family relations.

Russian skating stars on doomed plane

Russian skating stars on doomed plane

Rediff.com30 Jan 2025

The couple were reported to have been returning from the competition and travelling with a group of young skaters.

'I am still better than the young chess stars'

'I am still better than the young chess stars'

Rediff.com17 Mar 2025

Magnus Carlsen feels he's still better than the young generation of chess players, but the Norwegian great is ruling out a comeback at the classical world championship.

Empuraan Review: Return Of The King

Empuraan Review: Return Of The King

Rediff.com27 Mar 2025

L2: Empuraan is an ambitious sequel that is bigger, bolder and timid in equal measure, observes Arjun Menon.

Shehnaaz Gill Is Bold And Bindaas

Shehnaaz Gill Is Bold And Bindaas

Rediff.com17 Dec 2024

She is the modern dream girl.

Just Who Was Mahatma Phule?

Just Who Was Mahatma Phule?

Rediff.com11 Apr 2025

The latest biopic on Jyotibai Phule has come at a time when the Department of Taking Offence is super-active. Utkarsh Mishra feels it will be interesting to see if it portrays his attack on Brahminism in the same 'no holds barred' manner-- and, if it does, what reaction it provokes.

Global Chess: Vishy leads Ganges to win over Mumba

Global Chess: Vishy leads Ganges to win over Mumba

Rediff.com11 Oct 2024

Led by Viswanathan Anand, the Ganges Grandmasters outclassed upGrad Mumba Masters 12-4 on the final day of the Global Chess League, avoiding a last-place finish as the tournament heads into the finals.

Global Chess: Carlsen suffers shock loss, Masters prevail

Global Chess: Carlsen suffers shock loss, Masters prevail

Rediff.com9 Oct 2024

Mumba Masters secured a vital 14-5 win over Alpine Sg Pipers on day six of the Global Chess League here on Tuesday, dealing a major blow to the Pipers' chances of closing in on the top two teams.

Arjun Erigaise reigns supreme at WR Chess Masters

Arjun Erigaise reigns supreme at WR Chess Masters

Rediff.com18 Oct 2024

Indian Grandmaster Arjun Erigaise secured the WR Chess masters title after defeating Maxime Vachier-Lagrave of France in the Armageddon game following two draws in Classical chess during the final.

Vote: Like Yami's bold and sexy Maxim cover?

Vote: Like Yami's bold and sexy Maxim cover?

Rediff.com9 Jan 2018

The actor sizzles on the January cover of Maxim India.

St Louis Rapid and Blitz Chess: Praggnanandhaa struggles on Day 1

St Louis Rapid and Blitz Chess: Praggnanandhaa struggles on Day 1

Rediff.com13 Aug 2024

R Praggnanandhaa missed out twice on cashing in on winning positions, ending up at the bottom of the table

Sriharikota to get 3rd launch pad for bigger spacecraft

Sriharikota to get 3rd launch pad for bigger spacecraft

Rediff.com16 Jan 2025

The Indian government has approved the construction of a third launch pad at Sriharikota, capable of sending heavier spacecraft into orbit. This new facility will support India's ambitious space program, including the Gaganyaan human spaceflight mission and a lunar landing. The launch pad will be built at the Satish Dhawan Space Centre and is expected to be operational within four years.

20 Stunning Sports PHOTOS From 2024

20 Stunning Sports PHOTOS From 2024

Rediff.com1 Jan 2025

From the passion of MotoGP champions to the intensity of football pitches and the elegance of synchronised swimming, this collection of images captures unforgettable moments in sports and beyond.

Grand Chess Tour: Gukesh holds Caruana; Firouzja in lead

Grand Chess Tour: Gukesh holds Caruana; Firouzja in lead

Rediff.com27 Aug 2024

Grandmaster Dommaraju Gukesh played out a hard-fought draw yet again, signing peace with top seed and local favourite Fabiano Caruana.

Will India Have A Peace Keeping Role In Ukraine?

Will India Have A Peace Keeping Role In Ukraine?

Rediff.com18 Feb 2025

A peace keeping role for India is a distinct possibility. Indian military has both the numbers and experience to carry out this job, observes Colonel Anil A Athale (Retd).

Sinquefield Cup: Firouzja dominates; Praggnanandhaa, Gukesh fall short

Sinquefield Cup: Firouzja dominates; Praggnanandhaa, Gukesh fall short

Rediff.com29 Aug 2024

Winning three and drawing the remaining six games, Firouzja remained undefeated throughout the event.

PIX:Arsenal thrash PSV; Real Madrid edge past Atletico

PIX:Arsenal thrash PSV; Real Madrid edge past Atletico

Rediff.com5 Mar 2025

A round-up of the UEFA Champions League last-16 first leg matches played on Tuesday.

The HOTTEST Maxim Cover Girl? VOTE!

The HOTTEST Maxim Cover Girl? VOTE!

Rediff.com3 Sep 2012

Take this fun poll now!

Grand Chess Tour: Gukesh and Praggnanandhaa draw again

Grand Chess Tour: Gukesh and Praggnanandhaa draw again

Rediff.com24 Aug 2024

R Praggnanandhaa squandered a winning position against Wesley So of America while World Championship challenger D Gukesh settled for a hard-fought draw

Bangle Bliss: Stack It Up Like Niharika, Mouni...

Bangle Bliss: Stack It Up Like Niharika, Mouni...

Rediff.com15 Nov 2024

It's time to stack 'em up and let your wrists do the talking!

Maxim girl meet Peopl's boy

Maxim girl meet Peopl's boy

Rediff.com19 Feb 2008

Noureen DeWulf, ranked one of Maxim Magazine's Hot 100 last year has just landed herself a lead role opposite Matthew McConaughey in New Line's The Ghosts of Girlfriends Past.

GCL: American Gambits down Mumba Masters

GCL: American Gambits down Mumba Masters

Rediff.com10 Oct 2024

Mumba's only win came on the prodigy board. Jonas Bjerre of American Gambits launched an all-out attack against Raunak Sadhwani, even sacrificing a piece.

Rohit Bal's Last Hurrah!

Rohit Bal's Last Hurrah!

Rediff.com2 Nov 2024

Ananya Panday, in a black velvet lehenga with gold embroidery reminiscent of the baroque era, was Bal's gorgeous showstopper.

Sinquefield Cup: Gukesh draws with Nepomniachtchi

Sinquefield Cup: Gukesh draws with Nepomniachtchi

Rediff.com21 Aug 2024

Gukesh had an exciting match against Nepomniachtchi out of a Catalan opening game on Tuesday.

First look! Rakul Preet Singh scorches on Maxim's cover

First look! Rakul Preet Singh scorches on Maxim's cover

Rediff.com9 Feb 2018

Rakul Preet Singh sends you a little love with her February cover.

Sinquefield Cup: Praggnanandhaa holds World Champion; Gukesh draws

Sinquefield Cup: Praggnanandhaa holds World Champion; Gukesh draws

Rediff.com26 Aug 2024

R Praggnanandhaa navigated his match against the reigning world champion Ding Liren with remarkable ease

Global Chess: Mumba Masters upset leaders Alaskan Knights

Global Chess: Mumba Masters upset leaders Alaskan Knights

Rediff.com10 Oct 2024

In a surprising turn of events, Mumba Masters defeated tournament leaders PBG Alaskan Knights, denying them direct qualification to the finals of the Tech Mahindra Global Chess League in London on Wednesday.

Mbappe slammed for skipping France duty, playing for Real

Mbappe slammed for skipping France duty, playing for Real

Rediff.com7 Oct 2024

'Either you're injured, and you don't play with your club and you're not called up in the national team.'

First look: Bipasha HOTS up Maxim cover

First look: Bipasha HOTS up Maxim cover

Rediff.com9 Dec 2012

The actress looks superhot on the December issue of Maxim.

Gukesh draws with Giri; Praggnanandhaa holds Caruana

Gukesh draws with Giri; Praggnanandhaa holds Caruana

Rediff.com28 Aug 2024

D Gukesh and R Praggnanadhaa played out their eighth draw in as many games at the Sinquefield Cup.

Erigaisi triumphs over Gujrathi in marathon battle of Grandmasters

Erigaisi triumphs over Gujrathi in marathon battle of Grandmasters

Rediff.com5 Nov 2024

World No. 4 Indian Arjun Erigaisi beat compatriot Vidit Gujrathi after five hours of end-to-end action in the opening round of the Chennai Chess Grand Masters 2024 in Chennai on Monday.

Grand Chess Tour: Praggnanandhaa's bad run continues, Firouzja leads

Grand Chess Tour: Praggnanandhaa's bad run continues, Firouzja leads

Rediff.com16 Aug 2024

Nakamura, who started off as the favourite in the blitz section, is in sixth spot on 13.5 points, ahead of tour leader and compatriot Fabiano Caruana who has 13 points.

Chess: Gukesh survives against Praggnanandhaa

Chess: Gukesh survives against Praggnanandhaa

Rediff.com22 Aug 2024

World Championship challenger Dommaraju Gukesh survived by the skin of his teeth against compatriot Rameshbabu Praggnanandhaa.

Hathiram Chaudhary: A Hero For Our Times

Hathiram Chaudhary: A Hero For Our Times

Rediff.com31 Jan 2025

We do not whistle for Hathiram Chaudhary. And yet the bond we feel towards him is spontaneous, almost effortless. This is because he shares something of our too-ideal dreams, our wry acceptance of our limitations, our useful frustrations, and our pointless sprints, explains Sreehari Nair.

Grand Chess Tour: Praggnanandhaa finishes last in rapid

Grand Chess Tour: Praggnanandhaa finishes last in rapid

Rediff.com15 Aug 2024

Having lost three and drawn three coming into the third and final day of rapid, Praggnanadhaa lost to Lenier Dominguez of the US in the seventh round.

Ameesha, Deepika, Katrina: Maxim's Hot 100

Ameesha, Deepika, Katrina: Maxim's Hot 100

Rediff.com13 Dec 2013

Take a look at the accomplished honorees.

Humpy holds Maxim Sorokin

Humpy holds Maxim Sorokin

Rediff.com23 Aug 2004

The Indian GM drew her fifth round match against the Russian in the Irlapuram Grandmasters tournament in Vijaywada.

US sanctions 15 Indian entities for backing Russia

US sanctions 15 Indian entities for backing Russia

Rediff.com1 Nov 2024

The United States has imposed sanctions on 275 individuals and entities, including 15 from India, for allegedly supporting Russia's military-industrial base.