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Bollywood pays tribute to Mehdi Hassan

Bollywood pays tribute to Mehdi Hassan

Rediff.com13 Jun 2012

Here's what your favourite Bollywood celebrities are tweeting.

Lata Mangeshkar, Mehdi Hassan's duet

Lata Mangeshkar, Mehdi Hassan's duet

Rediff.com27 Sep 2010

The long awaited duet between singing legend Lata Mangeshkar and 'Shehanshah-e-Ghazal' Mehdi Hassan will soon be a reality with the launch Tera milna next month.

'Mehdi Hassan was an institution'

'Mehdi Hassan was an institution'

Rediff.com13 Jun 2012

Artistes from both sides of the border remeber the deceased legend.

Have a fav Mehdi Hassan song? TELL US!

Have a fav Mehdi Hassan song? TELL US!

Rediff.com13 Jun 2012

Remembering the deceased ghazal maestro.

Ghazal legend Mehdi Hassan passes away

Ghazal legend Mehdi Hassan passes away

Rediff.com13 Jun 2012

The singer, 84, suffered multiple organ failure.

Pay tribute to Mehdi Hassan, right here

Pay tribute to Mehdi Hassan, right here

Rediff.com13 Jun 2012

Ghazal legend Mehdi Hassan passed away today following multiple organ failure.

Indo-pak leaders mourn Mehdi Hassan's demise

Indo-pak leaders mourn Mehdi Hassan's demise

Rediff.com13 Jun 2012

The 84 year-old ghazal singer passed away.

Mehdi Hassan wanted to meet Amitabh, Dilip Kumar

Mehdi Hassan wanted to meet Amitabh, Dilip Kumar

Rediff.com13 Jun 2012

The Ghazal maestro who passed away today wanted to visit India, his birthplace.

Mehdi Hassan: An unmatched legacy of soulful melodies

Mehdi Hassan: An unmatched legacy of soulful melodies

Rediff.com13 Jun 2012

Mehdi Hassan passed away into ages.

Iran team arrive in US for FIFA World Cup opener as the two nations reach peace deal

Iran team arrive in US for FIFA World Cup opener as the two nations reach peace deal

Rediff.com15 Jun 2026

Iran's soccer team arrived in the United States for the first time at this World Cup on Sunday, landing at Los Angeles International Airport and holding a press conference on the same day that a peace deal between the two nations was announced.

FIFA World Cup 2026: Complete List Of All 26-Man Squads

FIFA World Cup 2026: Complete List Of All 26-Man Squads

Rediff.com9 Jun 2026

The official 26-man squads for FIFA World Cup 2026.

20 Arijit Singh Chartbusters For Your Playlist

20 Arijit Singh Chartbusters For Your Playlist

Rediff.com11 Feb 2026

When one of the most adored voices of India decided to hang up his boots as far as playback singing is concerned, fans and fraternity went in a tizzy. Sukanya Verma tells you why.

Why Kashmiris Are Donating Gold, Money For Iran

Why Kashmiris Are Donating Gold, Money For Iran

Rediff.com25 Mar 2026

'Many have contributed in terms of gold and silver. Ladies in big numbers have contributed their home belongings and gold.' 'Some have donated their cars too.'

Setback for Omar as NC tastes its first ever defeat in Budgam

Setback for Omar as NC tastes its first ever defeat in Budgam

Rediff.com14 Nov 2025

The NC has won every assembly election in Budgam whenever it has fielded a candidate from the Shia-dominated segment. The only time the seat was not represented by the NC was in 1972 when the party had boycotted the polls across J-K.

Bringing The Festival Spirit Home

Bringing The Festival Spirit Home

Rediff.com22 Sep 2025

This festive season, Indian homes are mixing global luxury with personal touches using heirloom fabrics, handmade decor, and nostalgic menus to create celebrations that feel both grand and intimate.

Asha takes on ghazal greats

Asha takes on ghazal greats

Rediff.com20 Jul 2005

Psst! This is what Ayushmann does in his spare time

Psst! This is what Ayushmann does in his spare time

Rediff.com5 Jan 2019

Apart from his acting work, he is a voracious reader too!

J-K polls: Two ex-deputy CMs, state BJP chief among top losers

J-K polls: Two ex-deputy CMs, state BJP chief among top losers

Rediff.com8 Oct 2024

Former deputy chief minister Muzaffar Hussain Baig was among the 24 candidates in Baramulla constituency whose deposits were forfeited.

'I learnt to be humble from Pankajji'

'I learnt to be humble from Pankajji'

Rediff.com27 Feb 2024

'Pankaj Udhasji took the Ghazal to the masses. He was a wonderful singer, but more importantly he was a wonderful human being.'

Brazil's FIFA World Cup qualification hanging by a thread

Brazil's FIFA World Cup qualification hanging by a thread

Rediff.com11 Sep 2024

Brazil shocked and other big upsets at World Cup qualifiers played on Tuesday

Happy 70th, Javedsaab: A life in pictures

Happy 70th, Javedsaab: A life in pictures

Rediff.com16 Jan 2015

As he turns 70 on January 17, we present a glimpse into his world.

Pandit Jasraj: Indian classical music's greatest voice

Pandit Jasraj: Indian classical music's greatest voice

Rediff.com17 Aug 2020

Awarded the Padma Vibhushan, the Padma Bhushan and the Padma Shri, Pandit Jasraj also popularised semi-classical music like 'haveli sangeet' and reached out to devotees with his 'bhajans', a particular favourite for his fans being "Om Namo Bhagavate" in praise of Lord Krishna.

The singers Asha Bhosle admires

The singers Asha Bhosle admires

Rediff.com10 Sep 2018

The legend talks about her favourite singers. Syed Firdaus Ashraf listens in.

Ranji Roundup: Karun Nair ton puts Karnataka ahead

Ranji Roundup: Karun Nair ton puts Karnataka ahead

Rediff.com27 Oct 2017

Karun Nair returned to form with a patient hundred as Karnataka set a stiff target of 380 for Hyderabad on the third day of their Group 'A' Ranji Trophy encounter.

All Squads: Qatar 2022 FIFA World Cup

All Squads: Qatar 2022 FIFA World Cup

Rediff.com16 Nov 2022

The FIFA 2022 World Cup will kick-off in Qatar on Sunday, November 20. Here is a list of the 26-man squads playing in the quadrennial global football extravaganza.

Iran President Rouhani promises to allow women to attend football matches: FIFA

Iran President Rouhani promises to allow women to attend football matches: FIFA

Rediff.com2 Mar 2018

The Iranian group OpenStadiums, which is campaigning for the right of women to attend sports fixtures in the Islamic Republic, said that some women were arrested near Azadi stadium on Thursday during the Esteghlal-Persepolis match.

Ban Pakistani artistes? Are we serious?

Ban Pakistani artistes? Are we serious?

Rediff.com27 Sep 2016

'We have never had a policy regarding Pakistani artistes working in India.' 'We welcome them with open arms and that remains the official policy of the Indian government, including the current dispensation.'

Ranji roundup: Mumbai on the verge of early exit

Ranji roundup: Mumbai on the verge of early exit

Rediff.com31 Dec 2018

Vidarbha piled up a mammoth 511 in their first essay and then reduced Mumbai to 169 for six on the second day of their Elite Group A Ranji Trophy Game in Nagpur on Monday.

Ranji Trophy round-up: Sehwag, Yadav tons take Haryana to 319/8

Ranji Trophy round-up: Sehwag, Yadav tons take Haryana to 319/8

Rediff.com22 Oct 2015

Virender Sehwag celebrated his international retirement with a scintillating ton for Haryana as Jayant Yadav also joined the century-makers' list to help the side post 319 for eight on a dramatic Day 1 of their Ranji Trophy cricket league match against Karnataka on Thursday.

Ranji Trophy: Mumbai trounce Odisha for first win of season

Ranji Trophy: Mumbai trounce Odisha for first win of season

Rediff.com4 Nov 2017

Mumbai registered their first victory of the season, thrashing Odisha by 120 runs in a Ranji Trophy Group 'C' match at KIIT Stadium, in Bhubaneshwar, on Saturday.

Must read: A Hindu's battle to preserve Urdu!

Must read: A Hindu's battle to preserve Urdu!

Rediff.com24 Feb 2017

In four years, Rekhta has become the largest online repository for Urdu poetry and literature in the world, says Veenu Sandhu.

'That's Tendlya. Kaay ahe to!'

'That's Tendlya. Kaay ahe to!'

Rediff.com10 Oct 2013

'When he cover drives, who the hell cares about where the ball pitched? I only know that he seems to move so lazily and has all the time in the world to make incredibly elegant and powerful strokes. He has something that other don't...'

As the Master announces his retirement from the game after his 200th Test, we republish another Master -- Varsha Bhosle -- on Sachin Tendulkar.

'That's Tendlya. Kaay ahe to!'

'That's Tendlya. Kaay ahe to!'

Rediff.com14 Nov 2013

'When he cover drives, who the hell cares about where the ball pitched? I only know that he seems to move so lazily and has all the time in the world to make incredibly elegant and powerful strokes. He has something that other don't...'

As the Master announces his retirement from the game after his 200th Test, we republish another Master -- Varsha Bhosle -- on Sachin Tendulkar.

Saudis sever ties with Iran as row over Shiite cleric's execution escalates

Saudis sever ties with Iran as row over Shiite cleric's execution escalates

Rediff.com4 Jan 2016

Saudi Arabia has severed diplomatic ties with Iran following attacks on the kingdom's embassy and consulate in the Islamic Republic over the execution of a Shiite cleric.

Saudis execute top Shiite cleric along with 46 others; triggers Mideast rage

Saudis execute top Shiite cleric along with 46 others; triggers Mideast rage

Rediff.com3 Jan 2016

Saudi Arabia on Sunday came under attack globally a day after it carried out mass execution of 47 people, including Shia cleric Sheikh Nimr al-Nimr who was a vocal critic of the government and the Saudi monarchy.