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No support for me even after giving Federer a fight: Nagal

No support for me even after giving Federer a fight: Nagal

Rediff.com1 Oct 2019

'I still have the exact budget which I had in 2018 when I was ranked 350. It's that when I needed the most which is right now, I see people turning around and walking away.'

Folks, Himesh Reshammiya is back!

Folks, Himesh Reshammiya is back!

Rediff.com28 Jan 2020

'People have already given a verdict against Himesh Reshammiya.' 'If people watch my performance with an open mind, then there is a chance that they will accept me.'

'Of course! It breaks your heart'

'Of course! It breaks your heart'

Rediff.com28 Apr 2021

'My father never saw any success for me. 'When I meet him in the next world, I will proudly say that I didn't buy houses and cars, but I made some art that will hopefully stand the test of time.'

A salute for Major Suman Gawani

A salute for Major Suman Gawani

Rediff.com4 Jun 2020

Major Suman Gawani, who served as a UN Peacekeeper in South Sudan, is the first Indian to receive the UN Military Gender Advocate of the Year Award. 'On seeing the Indian flag on my uniform,' she says,' the locals would get very excited and say, 'Hindi, Hindi'.'

You heard it right: Investment in Bollywood to get transparent

You heard it right: Investment in Bollywood to get transparent

Rediff.com25 Mar 2014

To ensure transparency, the Third Eye Cinema Fund has roped in various agencies as auditors and advisors.

Balbir's death marks end of hockey's golden era

Balbir's death marks end of hockey's golden era

Rediff.com25 May 2020

If Dhyan Chand's wizardry was a source of joy in a colonised India, Balbir Singh Sr's artistry was an inspiration for an India trying to find its bearings post-independence.

The Chaiwalli who's taking the Internet by storm

The Chaiwalli who's taking the Internet by storm

Rediff.com17 Jan 2017

At 27, Uppma Virdi is telling stories, connecting cultures and making a killing out of chai.

Call centre scam kingpin fled to Gulf during police raid

Call centre scam kingpin fled to Gulf during police raid

Rediff.com23 Oct 2016

During the interrogation of arrested directors, police got the name of Sagar alias Shaggy. However, by that time, Shaggy had left the country on October 5 before police could catch him.

Why did Turkey, Iran, Malaysia speak on J&K?

Why did Turkey, Iran, Malaysia speak on J&K?

Rediff.com24 Mar 2020

'None of these three countries -- Turkey, Iran or Malaysia -- ever made a hostile move against India to support the Pakistan-based terrorist elements,' notes Ambassador M K Bhadrakumar.

More bad news coming for Dinakaran?

More bad news coming for Dinakaran?

Rediff.com22 Nov 2017

TTV Dinakaran could be in more trouble as I-T officials have found a connection between him and Jaya TV and other Jayalalithaa companies, reports Aditi Phadnis.

Google, Startup Village to promote women entrepreneurs

Google, Startup Village to promote women entrepreneurs

Rediff.com5 Aug 2015

Tech giant Google's Developer Group on Wednesday joined hands with Startup Village to launch 'Women Techmakers' (WTM), a global programme and brand for women in technology.

Mallya is still the boss at Force India

Mallya is still the boss at Force India

Rediff.com28 Feb 2016

Troubled business tycoon Vijay Mallya, on Sunday, asserted that his stepping down as chairman of the United Spirits Ltd will not affect his control in Formula One team, Sahara Force India.

'Why did Abis Rizvi have to go in such a brutal way?'

'Why did Abis Rizvi have to go in such a brutal way?'

Rediff.com3 Jan 2017

'I lost my friend in the most bizarre way possible. We think of terror attacks as something that happens to others. Now, it's reached our doorstep.'

How you can add value to your career

How you can add value to your career

Rediff.com26 May 2015

Your current job holds the mirror to your future.

Want to befriend your boss? Beware!

Want to befriend your boss? Beware!

Rediff.com16 Aug 2016

You do not want to be the subject of office gossip, do you?

Why Modi govt is crushing dissent

Why Modi govt is crushing dissent

Rediff.com15 Sep 2020

For this dispensation, ideas are dangerous. Those who propagate liberalism and democratic traditions are even more dangerous, observes Rashme Sehgal.

How Dravid plans to revive Delhi Daredevils' fortunes in IPL 9

How Dravid plans to revive Delhi Daredevils' fortunes in IPL 9

Rediff.com1 Mar 2016

Delhi Daredevils, one of the worst-performing franchises in the history of the Indian Premier League, have turned to former India captain and ex-Rajasthan Royals mentor Rahul Dravid to take their charge of their team in the upcoming ninth season of Twenty20 extravaganza, starting next month.

Kerala: RSS worker pulled out of autorickshaw carrying students, attacked

Kerala: RSS worker pulled out of autorickshaw carrying students, attacked

Rediff.com8 Mar 2016

A Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh worker was on Tuesday attacked allegedly by Communist Party of India-Marxist men, after he was pulled out from his autorickshaw carrying school students in Kannur district.

How to use social media to find your next job

How to use social media to find your next job

Rediff.com4 Sep 2014

With polished skills, focused approach, and planned social media strategies, you can actually make a smooth landing to your next potential career.

Will Sterlite verdict push investors away from Tamil Nadu?

Will Sterlite verdict push investors away from Tamil Nadu?

Rediff.com27 Aug 2020

What will the Centre and the Tamil Nadu government do to answer the queries and fears of investors who will want to be doubly sure they would not be harassed at a later date, as has been happening to Sterlite, should be interesting to watch, says N Sathiya Moorthy.

Zuckerberg & wife to donate 99% of Facebook shares to charity

Zuckerberg & wife to donate 99% of Facebook shares to charity

Rediff.com2 Dec 2015

Zuckerberg & wife to donate 99% of Facebook shares to charity.

'Vikas Dubey thought nothing would happen to him'

'Vikas Dubey thought nothing would happen to him'

Rediff.com11 Jul 2020

'Caste-based power politics made him think that he can get away with murder.'

Snapdeal founders inspire budding entrepreneurs

Snapdeal founders inspire budding entrepreneurs

Rediff.com27 Jan 2015

Even as their venture Snapdeal is clocking rapid growth, Kunal Bahl and Rohit Bansal are mentoring young entrepreneurs.

Remembering Homi Bhabha

Remembering Homi Bhabha

Rediff.com31 Oct 2019

On Dr Homi J Bhabha's 110th birth anniversary, Dr K S Parthasarathy shares some personal memories of the legendary nuclear scientist.

The VOICE behind these AMAZING SONGS

The VOICE behind these AMAZING SONGS

Rediff.com12 Nov 2020

'You could be out of sight, out of mind but it may take just one song to bring you back and to let you know that your audience is still rooting for you.'

Modi doesn't respect Advani, his guru, says Rahul; BJP hits back

Modi doesn't respect Advani, his guru, says Rahul; BJP hits back

Rediff.com12 Jun 2018

"Even when Vajpayee is ill in hospital, I was the first one to visit him, since the Congress believes he has contributed to the country," he said.

Can't believe I am 44, says birthday boy Tendulkar

Can't believe I am 44, says birthday boy Tendulkar

Rediff.com24 Apr 2017

Indian cricket icon Sachin Tendulkar on Monday said that he could not believe he has turned 44 as he celebrated his birthday in front of thousands of adoring fans at the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai.

Report says al-Zawahiri hiding in Karachi with ISI aid

Report says al-Zawahiri hiding in Karachi with ISI aid

Rediff.com22 Apr 2017

This is for the first time in several years a news report has surfaced about the hiding location of the Al-Qaeda chief, who is Osama bin Laden's mentor and successor.

Rajasthan Royals confirms player approached to fix IPL match

Rajasthan Royals confirms player approached to fix IPL match

Rediff.com10 Apr 2015

In fresh controversy to the already tainted Indian Premier League, a Rajasthan Royals player has claimed to have been approached by a Ranji player to fix Indian Premier League matches.

Meet the 'Zuptas' of South Africa

Meet the 'Zuptas' of South Africa

Rediff.com16 Feb 2018

A politically-connected business dynasty that moved to South Africa from India, the Gupta family finds itself at the centre of many of the scandals that have dogged now former president Jacob Zuma's administration. A day after the ruling African National Congress ordered Zuma out of office, the Guptas' prominent role in his presidency was highlighted. So who are the Guptas and how close are their links to Zuma?

Kamal: 'Films that dig deep into your self can be exhausting'

Kamal: 'Films that dig deep into your self can be exhausting'

Rediff.com30 Apr 2015

'My contribution to Uttama Villain is going to make me proud.'

Indian start-ups get ready to conquer the world

Indian start-ups get ready to conquer the world

Rediff.com3 Jun 2015

'Some of these companies are India focused, some are overseas focused and some companies are focused on both.' Ritu Jha/Rediff.com reports from California.

How the Infosys founders are giving back to the start-up ecosystem

How the Infosys founders are giving back to the start-up ecosystem

Rediff.com27 Jan 2017

'In certain sectors we want to become catalysts, in others we want to encourage.' S D Shibulal discusses Axilor Ventures with Ayan Pramanik and Raghu Krishnan.

Indian DJ changes the way Hong Kong parties

Indian DJ changes the way Hong Kong parties

Rediff.com21 Sep 2017

She spins Bollywood tracks when she's not doing her investment consultant job.

The rise and mighty fall of Rana Kapoor

The rise and mighty fall of Rana Kapoor

Rediff.com6 Apr 2020

'What made him different was that he was not a banker at all by temperament.' 'He was a businessman, a typical lalaji at that.' 'He had to win at any cost.'

Three temptations wrestler Bajrang had to overcome on road to glory

Three temptations wrestler Bajrang had to overcome on road to glory

Rediff.com2 Nov 2018

Bajrang Punia has established himself as the undisputed superstar of Indian wrestling but the road to glory was fraught with temptations

PM Modi holds talks with his Portuguese counterpart

PM Modi holds talks with his Portuguese counterpart

Rediff.com24 Jun 2017

Modi, who arrived on the first leg of his three-nation tour, said his brief visit will further strengthen relations between India and Portugal.

How Brand Adani plans to go for an image change

How Brand Adani plans to go for an image change

Rediff.com5 Mar 2018

Under political fire and ecologists' ire, the group hires Suhel Seth, who will work closely with the promoters and the social media, corporate communications and external public relations team.

Leonard Cohen passes into the ages

Leonard Cohen passes into the ages

Rediff.com11 Nov 2016

'We have lost one of music's most revered and prolific visionaries.'

He enriched the world with his magical voice

He enriched the world with his magical voice

Rediff.com25 Sep 2020

His songs were the anchor, the substratum, if you will, upon which life unfolded day after day, decade after decade -- across villages, towns, cities, and regions. Siva Sankar pays tribute to S P Balasubrahmanyam, the legendary singer who passed into the ages on Friday.