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The man who invested $2 bn in India

The man who invested $2 bn in India

Rediff.com2 Jun 2018

'In the end, investing is about people.' 'If you get the right people, they make things happen,' Mengistu Alemayehu tells Shyamal Majumdar.

PIX: Tokyo Olympics GOLD winners on July 24

PIX: Tokyo Olympics GOLD winners on July 24

Rediff.com24 Jul 2021

All the gold medallists from Saturday's action at the Tokyo Olympics.

The Desi Nominated for the Nobel Peace Prize

The Desi Nominated for the Nobel Peace Prize

Rediff.com2 Sep 2021

'I consider myself a pilgrim who is here to shape tomorrow.'

The Joy Of Learning With My Kid

The Joy Of Learning With My Kid

Rediff.com22 Nov 2021

Are we teaching our children or are they teaching us? Divya Nair, mother of a little boy, wonders.

Harris replaces Pucovski for fourth Test against India

Harris replaces Pucovski for fourth Test against India

Rediff.com14 Jan 2021

Marcus Harris will be the only change to the 11, with opener David Warner cleared to play after struggling with his groin strain in Sydney.

'LCH Outperformed Other Aircraft In Ladakh'

'LCH Outperformed Other Aircraft In Ladakh'

Rediff.com3 Oct 2022

All of India welcomes the Light Combat Helicopter into the Armed Forces arsenal and wishes it a safe tenure and happy shooting. May it rule the skies and ensure that the enemies are given a fitting reply when the need arises.

'BJP is prepared to take strong decisions'

'BJP is prepared to take strong decisions'

Rediff.com26 Sep 2022

'In AAP, those who are in charge of a particular state provide information to Arvind Kejriwal. 'In the BJP, several organisations convey what is happening on the ground to the top leadership.' 'There are so many channels through which issues are being understood.'

Does the Yeti exist? Many 'sightings', but no proof!

Does the Yeti exist? Many 'sightings', but no proof!

Rediff.com30 Apr 2019

So what's all this talk about the Yeti? Does it really exist?

The odd, odd world around us!

The odd, odd world around us!

Rediff.com12 Sep 2018

We truly live in a wonderfully weird world!

Arunachal: Where Elephants Roam at 10,000 feet

Arunachal: Where Elephants Roam at 10,000 feet

Rediff.com21 Nov 2019

'This is the only place on earth where Elephas maximus climbs to these heights.'

Pogacar claims maiden Tour de France title

Pogacar claims maiden Tour de France title

Rediff.com21 Sep 2020

Tadej Pogacar became the first Slovenian to win the Tour de France after he retained the yellow jersey in the 21st stage on Sunday, a day after he pulled off a major coup to take the overall lead.

Protect environment for future generations: Kovind in farewell address

Protect environment for future generations: Kovind in farewell address

Rediff.com24 Jul 2022

The president made a special mention of the threat to the environment and asked all citizens to take care of it for future generations.

'I owe the start of my Hollywood journey to...'

'I owe the start of my Hollywood journey to...'

Rediff.com21 Sep 2021

This Khan superstar told Gulshan Grover, 'Go ahead, become a star in Hollywood.'

A Motorcycle Ride from Ladakh to Kashmir

A Motorcycle Ride from Ladakh to Kashmir

Rediff.com25 Nov 2019

'The lush green of Kashmir was exactly like the postcards and posters I had seen growing up.'

'You can smell Punjab in Tabbar'

'You can smell Punjab in Tabbar'

Rediff.com3 Jan 2022

"It's a pity that because there are no big names attached to it, Sony Liv did not go all out to promote this dark and gripping series, the way they did with a Scam 1992. They should have made it track more to ensure it reached more people."

Tour de France: Sagan wins third stage, Thomas retains overall lead

Tour de France: Sagan wins third stage, Thomas retains overall lead

Rediff.com21 Jul 2018

The overall standings remained unchanged at the top with Thomas leading defending champion Froome by one minute 39 seconds and Dutchman Tom Dumoulin by 1:50.

Heights of Love! Couple weds on Mount Everest

Heights of Love! Couple weds on Mount Everest

Rediff.com12 May 2017

James Sissom, 35, and Ashley Schmieder, 32, from California decided to trek through the snow for three weeks to tie the knot on Mount Everest.

Death toll from Pakistan quake rises to 6

Death toll from Pakistan quake rises to 6

Rediff.com11 Apr 2016

Five people died in Khyber-Pakhtuknkhwa province, while one died in Diamer area of Gilgit-Baltistan region, officials said, adding 28 people were injured in Peshawar.

Statue of Unity among Time's 'greatest places in the world'

Statue of Unity among Time's 'greatest places in the world'

Rediff.com23 Aug 2019

The Time list also includes Zakouma National Park in Chad, Red Sea Mountain Trail in Egypt, Newseum in Washington, The Shed in New York City, the Geosea Geothermal Sea Baths in Iceland, Six Senses Hotel in Bhutan, Leopard Hill in Mara Naboisho Conservancy, Kenya and the Pohoiki in Isaac Hale Beach Park in Hawaii.

Ladakh Stand-Off: What India is Buying in a Hurry

Ladakh Stand-Off: What India is Buying in a Hurry

Rediff.com23 Jul 2020

On the shopping list: Light tanks, anti-tank guided missiles, UAVs, assault rifles, fighter aircraft.

Amputee who conquered Everest denied entry at Ujjain temple for not following dress code

Amputee who conquered Everest denied entry at Ujjain temple for not following dress code

Rediff.com26 Dec 2017

Sinha had alleged on Monday that her disability was mocked at when she visited the temple recently

EPL PHOTOS: Man United stay in touch, Spurs slump at Leicester

EPL PHOTOS: Man United stay in touch, Spurs slump at Leicester

Rediff.com29 Nov 2017

Images from the English Premier League matches played on Tuesday

Chinese Helicopter Drone: Much ado about nothing!

Chinese Helicopter Drone: Much ado about nothing!

Rediff.com1 Jun 2020

'I am sure our DRDO will surely be on the job towards building similar capability to counter the threat posed by this Chinese helicopter,' observes Air Commodore Nitin Sathe (retd).

The man who fought against liquor shops on highways

The man who fought against liquor shops on highways

Rediff.com15 Dec 2016

"In India, one person dies every fourth minute in road accidents, which is the highest in the world," Sindhu says.

Does Rahul Wonder If Sheena Is Really Dead?

Does Rahul Wonder If Sheena Is Really Dead?

Rediff.com24 Nov 2022

All along, Rahul, right till today 10 years later, hung onto his gut feeling that something surely had happened to Sheena.

EPL PIX: Liverpool close in on City with Everton win; Chelsea edge West Ham

EPL PIX: Liverpool close in on City with Everton win; Chelsea edge West Ham

Rediff.com24 Apr 2022

IMAGES from English Premier League matches played on Sunday.

How BRICS Is Expanded Is Crucial

How BRICS Is Expanded Is Crucial

Rediff.com25 Jun 2022

With its political colour dominated by less than democratic trends, BRICS currently leaves some of us wondering -- where in this grouping is there an assurance that human freedom will be respected unconditionally? It would be nice to see the new members of BRICS drawn from the ranks of countries wedded to preserving and guarding human freedom, observes Shyam G Menon.

Others go to the Alps, we explore the gateway to them

Others go to the Alps, we explore the gateway to them

Rediff.com19 Sep 2017

A Swiss sojourn may start at Alpines but its real charm lies in Interlaken, says Geetanjali Krishna.

The year gone by, with Priyanka and Nick!

The year gone by, with Priyanka and Nick!

Rediff.com29 Nov 2019

Happy anniversary, Priyanka and Nick!

The Girl Who Flew Across The World

The Girl Who Flew Across The World

Rediff.com18 Aug 2022

'I've always wanted to be a pilot; setting records is the icing on the cake.'

Why weren't firing orders given in Galwan: Amarinder

Why weren't firing orders given in Galwan: Amarinder

Rediff.com18 Jun 2020

Terming the attack horrendous and barbaric, the CM said soldiers at the front should be "clearly told that if they kill one of ours, you kill three of theirs".

Thomas poised to win Tour de France as Froome salvages podium finish

Thomas poised to win Tour de France as Froome salvages podium finish

Rediff.com28 Jul 2018

Froome had been the favourite to retain his title but he paid the price for the efforts he made to win the Giro d'Italia in May as he just failed to become the first man in 20 years to achieve the Giro-Tour double.

EPL PIX: Liverpool win 9-0, Haaland hits treble, United win away, Arsenal stay top

EPL PIX: Liverpool win 9-0, Haaland hits treble, United win away, Arsenal stay top

Rediff.com28 Aug 2022

IMAGES from the English Premier League matches played on Saturday

World's most beautiful scenes in Agora's Travel photo contest

World's most beautiful scenes in Agora's Travel photo contest

Rediff.com14 Sep 2020

This year has been the year of the no travel, which has left millions reminiscing on adventure-filled trips abroad. To celebrate the wonder of world travel, thousands of photography enthusiasts entered Agora #Travel2020, sharing the moments they feel captured the true essence of exploration. Octavi Royo, Agora's co-founder and CEO, said: "Thanks to these photos, we can travel to some amazing corners of our planet and see them from the point of view of travel photographers." Scroll down to see our pick of the shortlisted images...

'They call me King of Disco'

'They call me King of Disco'

Rediff.com16 Feb 2022

'Oscar has been given to A R Rahman.' Ringa Ringa Ringa, Choli ki peeche kya hai -- What's the difference? Exactly the same. Also, Jai ho.' 'I did Ramba ho in 1985.' 'Rahman combined three of my songs and got Best Original Score.' 'The Ho came from me.' 'Bappi Lahiri brought the Ho to Bollywood.'

My upbringing does not allow me to take a life: PM

My upbringing does not allow me to take a life: PM

Rediff.com10 Aug 2019

Modi also stressed on important issues like the need to preserve and embrace nature.

The Godfather: A Hell to Make

The Godfather: A Hell to Make

Rediff.com18 Mar 2022

Despite the Oscars, the box office glory, and the universal acclaim, Francis Ford Coppola, I am sure, remembers The Godfather with as much frustration as pride. Like Michael Corleone, he got into it with the best of intentions, and got out of it on top but lost in the heights. Sreehari Nair revisits the film as it turns 50 this month.

American boy, 13, becomes youngest person to climb Everest

American boy, 13, becomes youngest person to climb Everest

Rediff.com22 May 2010

A 13-year-old American boy on Saturday became the youngest ever climber to conquer Mount Everest, the world's highest mountain, a climbing website said.

Indonesian plane carrying 54 people crashes in Papua

Indonesian plane carrying 54 people crashes in Papua

Rediff.com16 Aug 2015

An Indonesian airliner carrying 54 people went missing on Sunday after losing contact with ground control during a short flight in bad weather in the country's mountainous easternmost province of Papua, officials said.

REWIND: Best of the month -- August

REWIND: Best of the month -- August

Rediff.com3 Sep 2019

Here are the images that encapsulated the biggest moments in the month of August.