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High heels and hot bikinis: Meet the Miss Universe 2016 finalists

High heels and hot bikinis: Meet the Miss Universe 2016 finalists

Rediff.com30 Jan 2017

We're back with the fourth and final installment of the line up of Miss Universe 2016 contestants.

SC halts execution in 2024 Madhya Pradesh child sexual assault and murder case

SC halts execution in 2024 Madhya Pradesh child sexual assault and murder case

Rediff.com11 Mar 2026

The Supreme Court of India has stayed the execution of a man convicted of sexually assaulting and murdering a five-year-old girl in Madhya Pradesh in 2024, pending further investigation and review of the case.

Thailand: Always A Place To Return To

Thailand: Always A Place To Return To

Rediff.com7 Apr 2026

Discovering the stunning land of breathtaking temples.

Why Zozibini Tunzi is the Miss Universe we need

Why Zozibini Tunzi is the Miss Universe we need

Rediff.com11 Dec 2019

Inspiring words by Zozibini Tunzi, the newly crowned Miss Universe 2019!

How a cricket setback shaped Aditya Dhar's Bollywood journey

How a cricket setback shaped Aditya Dhar's Bollywood journey

Rediff.com15 Mar 2026

Filmmaker Aditya Dhar once pursued a cricket career and aimed for the 2002 ICC Under-19 World Cup before a selection setback pushed him toward Bollywood, where he found success as a director.

10 Iranian Films You Should Watch On OTT

10 Iranian Films You Should Watch On OTT

Rediff.com24 Mar 2026

Will these brilliant Iranian filmmakers reflect the turmoil in their country?

Will Roshmitha Harimurthy win Miss Universe this year?

Will Roshmitha Harimurthy win Miss Universe this year?

Rediff.com2 Jan 2017

This 22-year-old from Bengaluru hopes to bring home the Miss Universe crown after 16 years! Do you think she will succeed?

'Kasab Drank Urine, Didn't Eat Biryani'

'Kasab Drank Urine, Didn't Eat Biryani'

Rediff.com6 Apr 2026

'The jail staff told me Kasab was served only jail food and not biryani.' 'They told me that Kasab was beaten regularly after court proceedings.' 'And they filled Kasab's bottle with urine so that whenever he felt thirsty he used to drink urine.'

The India-born model who won Miss Universe Australia

The India-born model who won Miss Universe Australia

Rediff.com10 Jul 2019

Melbourne based Priya Serrao is the first beauty queen from the country with an Indian connection.

Govinda: 'I Never Misbehaved With Any Heroine'

Govinda: 'I Never Misbehaved With Any Heroine'

Rediff.com10 Feb 2026

'I welcome all my actresses, I welcome all the actors. I am here because of you.'

Miss Universe: 'Beauty is within us, be real'

Miss Universe: 'Beauty is within us, be real'

Rediff.com13 Dec 2021

'It is not about how one looks, but how they feel. It is about how beautiful we are on the inside.'

South Asian University student sexually assaulted in Delhi

South Asian University student sexually assaulted in Delhi

Rediff.com14 Oct 2025

The student was found injured, with her clothes torn, on campus on October 13, a day after she was reported missing, the police said on Tuesday.

'Israeli Assassinations In Iran Will Continue'

'Israeli Assassinations In Iran Will Continue'

Rediff.com26 Mar 2026

'Much will depend on the position of the United States.' 'It will have to be seen to what extent the US will be more interested in achieving some form of a deal and to what extent Israel will be allowed to continue to carry out both airstrikes and the killing of Iranian officials.'

'In Iran, They Cut 3-Hour Bollywood Films To 1 Hour, With No Songs'

'In Iran, They Cut 3-Hour Bollywood Films To 1 Hour, With No Songs'

Rediff.com27 Mar 2026

'Much later when I came to Afghanistan, I realised that there were songs in Bollywood films.'

Meet the Miss Universe 2009 contestants!

Meet the Miss Universe 2009 contestants!

Rediff.com13 Aug 2009

The Miss Universe 2009 pageant is fast approaching on August 23. In a countdown to D-Day, we'll be introducing you to all 84 contestants from around the world.

PIX: Miss Universe 2010, winners and finalists

PIX: Miss Universe 2010, winners and finalists

Rediff.com24 Aug 2010

A look at the winners and finalists of the Miss Universe 2010 beauty pageant.

Miss Dominican Republic wins Miss Universe title

Miss Dominican Republic wins Miss Universe title

Rediff.com4 Jun 2003

Miss India Nikita Anand did not make it to the top ten.

Sexy bling: Miss Universe 2011 national costumes!

Sexy bling: Miss Universe 2011 national costumes!

Rediff.com12 Sep 2011

Here's a look at the most eye-catching, body-baring and colourful national costumes modelled by contestants at the Miss Universe pageant 2011!

First look! India's national costume for Miss Universe 2018

First look! India's national costume for Miss Universe 2018

Rediff.com14 Dec 2018

Miss India Universe Nehal Chudasama's national costume at the pageant was inspired by scenes from the movie Rudrama Devi.

Will Trump Send Troops To Iran By The Weekend?

Will Trump Send Troops To Iran By The Weekend?

Rediff.com26 Mar 2026

Taking Kharg would give the US control over virtually all of Iran's oil exports and thus provide significant leverage, notes Prem Panicker in his must read daily blog on the Gulf War. It would also put American troops within range of Iran's remaining missiles, drones, and artillery on a piece of real estate that is just eight square miles in size, and just 15 miles from the Iranian mainland.

Want to be Miss Universe? Call Sushmita!

Want to be Miss Universe? Call Sushmita!

Rediff.com8 Apr 2010

Here is what your favourite celebrities have been upto.

IMAGES: Meet the Miss Universe 2011 contestants!

IMAGES: Meet the Miss Universe 2011 contestants!

Rediff.com8 Sep 2011

The Miss Universe 2011 pageant is fast approaching on September 12. In a countdown to D-Day, we'll be introducing you to all 89 contestants from around the world.

The Inspiring Journey Of Sreeja, UPSC AIR 57

The Inspiring Journey Of Sreeja, UPSC AIR 57

Rediff.com16 Mar 2026

'India is at a critical juncture in this century. I want to be a part of the diplomatic team that works to make India great.'

YOU voted: Hottest Miss Universe 2011 contestants!

YOU voted: Hottest Miss Universe 2011 contestants!

Rediff.com12 Sep 2011

Over the last few days, we brought you all 89 contestants vying for the Miss Universe 2011 crown and you voted for your favourites. Here are the results!

The top 10 favourite Miss Universe contestants!

The top 10 favourite Miss Universe contestants!

Rediff.com21 Aug 2009

You voted and we've narrowed down on the 10 most popular Miss Universe contestants. Who do you think will take home the crown? Take this poll!

Delayed Bouts, Missing Rings: Chaos Reigns at Boxing Nationals

Delayed Bouts, Missing Rings: Chaos Reigns at Boxing Nationals

Rediff.com4 Jan 2026

Reigning 48kg world champion Meenakshi Hooda, scheduled to fight in the opening bout in the women's section, was seen curled up on a yoga mat inside the hall late afternoon, conserving energy while waiting for word on when she would fight.

Iran Rewrites Rules of War

Iran Rewrites Rules of War

Rediff.com17 Mar 2026

Iran is fighting a different war: Older, slower, and in some ways more dangerous. Iran doesn't need to shoot down an F/A-18. It only needs to make the Strait of Hormuz feel dangerous long enough for insurance markets, shipping companies, and oil futures traders to do the rest. Prem Panicker continues his must-read daily blog on the war in the Middle East.

PIX: Miss Universe 2011 beauties, Part IV!

PIX: Miss Universe 2011 beauties, Part IV!

Rediff.com11 Sep 2011

The Miss Universe 2011 pageant is fast approaching on September 12. In a countdown to D-Day, we're introducing you to all 89 contestants from around the world.

PIX: Miss Universe 2011 hotties, Part III!

PIX: Miss Universe 2011 hotties, Part III!

Rediff.com10 Sep 2011

The Miss Universe 2011 pageant is fast approaching on September 12. In a countdown to D-Day, we're introducing you to all 89 contestants from around the world.

IMAGES: MORE sexy Miss Universe 2011 contestants!

IMAGES: MORE sexy Miss Universe 2011 contestants!

Rediff.com9 Sep 2011

The Miss Universe 2011 pageant is fast approaching on September 12. In a countdown to D-Day, we'll be introducing you to all 89 contestants from around the world.

10 Must Watch Movies From Around The World

10 Must Watch Movies From Around The World

Rediff.com25 Feb 2026

Aseem Chhabra lists his top 10 films from this year's Sundance festival, a blend of narratives and documentaries made in the US and other parts of the world.

Isn't Harnaaz Dazzling?

Isn't Harnaaz Dazzling?

Rediff.com12 Nov 2025

Harnaaz Kaur Sandhu is in her full glam era and honestly, no one's complaining.

The show stopper at Miss Universe contest!

The show stopper at Miss Universe contest!

Rediff.com25 Aug 2009

Heidi Montag flashes her assets at the beauty pageant.

Vote: The hottest Miss Universe of the decade!

Vote: The hottest Miss Universe of the decade!

Rediff.com31 Aug 2010

The Miss Universe pageant last week saw Miss Mexico Jimena Navarrete crowned the winner for 2010. We take a look at past title-holders and invite you to let us know who you think was the best of the decade!

Riyo Mori of Japan crowned Miss Universe 2007

Riyo Mori of Japan crowned Miss Universe 2007

Rediff.com29 May 2007

Miss India Puja Gupta failed to make it to the top five at the competition.

Budget 2026: The Business Of IP Remains Unfinished

Budget 2026: The Business Of IP Remains Unfinished

Rediff.com23 Feb 2026

The Union Budget backs skilling across animation, gaming and comics. But creators and studios confront a hard question: who owns what comes next?

'I was 18 when India won Miss Universe': Sushmita's throwback post

'I was 18 when India won Miss Universe': Sushmita's throwback post

Rediff.com21 May 2018

Sushmita Sen looks back at the day that changed her life.

This gorgeous woman will represent India at Miss Universe 2018

This gorgeous woman will represent India at Miss Universe 2018

Rediff.com1 Oct 2018

A civil services aspirant from Mumbai, Nehal Chudasama hopes to bring home the title of Miss Universe.

Indian student, missing for 19 days, found dead inside dam in Russia

Indian student, missing for 19 days, found dead inside dam in Russia

Rediff.com8 Nov 2025

According to family members, Ajit's parents had sold a part of their farmland to fund his medical studies abroad. His brother is preparing for competitive examinations in Alwar.

Budget 2026 lays blueprint for a future-ready digital ecosystem

Budget 2026 lays blueprint for a future-ready digital ecosystem

Rediff.com9 Feb 2026

Budget 2026 is an intentional and ambitious one - From manufacturing growth to services supremacy, from technology consumption to AI-powered transformation. This is the blueprint for a $7 trillion economy built on intelligence, not just scale.