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PIX: Hamilton steps out in red at 10-team F1 launch

PIX: Hamilton steps out in red at 10-team F1 launch

Rediff.com19 Feb 2025

Seven-times World champion Lewis Hamilton appeared in Ferrari red for the first time outside of Italy as Formula One put on an unprecedented and spectacular 10-team season launch in front of 15,000 fans on Tuesday.

Beating the Retreat ceremony held amid downpour in Delhi

Beating the Retreat ceremony held amid downpour in Delhi

Rediff.com29 Jan 2023

Rains failed to dampen the spirit of Beating Retreat ceremony held at the historic Vijay Chowk in New Delhi on Sunday as Indian classical tunes played by bands of the armed forces filled the air, marking the end of Republic Day celebrations.

Classical ragas, mega drone show at Beating Retreat ceremony

Classical ragas, mega drone show at Beating Retreat ceremony

Rediff.com28 Jan 2023

The ceremony will begin with the massed band's "Agniveer" tune which will be followed by the enthralling tunes like "Almora", "Kedar Nath", "Sangam Dur", "Queen of Satpura", "Bhagirathi", "Konkan Sundari" by pipes and drums band, the defence ministry statement said.

MI Cape Town crush Sunrisers in SA20 opener

MI Cape Town crush Sunrisers in SA20 opener

Rediff.com10 Jan 2025

Dewald Brevis' brisk 57 and all-round show from Delano Potgieter - 12-ball 25 not out and 5/10 in three overs - powered them to a massive 97-run win in the tournament opener.

Coldplay, Diljit tickets: ED lodges money laundering case

Coldplay, Diljit tickets: ED lodges money laundering case

Rediff.com26 Oct 2024

The Enforcement Directorate (ED) on Saturday said it has detected alleged irregularities after it conducted raids in a money laundering case to probe 'black marketing' of tickets for two 'highly anticipated' music concerts by British rock band Coldplay and actor-singer Diljit Dosanjh.

The Best Of M M Keeravaani's Music

The Best Of M M Keeravaani's Music

Rediff.com20 Feb 2023

There are a lot many gems he produced long before Naatu Naatu became a worldwide Oscar-nominated (and winning in all likelihood) sensation.

Parineeti-Raghav Snapped Together Again

Parineeti-Raghav Snapped Together Again

Rediff.com30 Mar 2023

Amid wedding rumours, Parineeti Chopra and Aam Aadmi Party MP Raghav Chadha were spotted together at Delhi airport on Wednesday night.

A Day That Ustad Zakir Hussain Gifted Me

A Day That Ustad Zakir Hussain Gifted Me

Rediff.com17 Dec 2024

The eulogies will pour for Ustad Zakir Hussain. There will be those who recount his genius, his enterprise, his achievements, his grace, and his charm. I have no selfies or autographs to remember him by, but I will never forget his most generous and gracious gift to me -- one day in heaven, among the celestial ensemble of Indian music.

Why Chhaava Has Become Controversial

Why Chhaava Has Become Controversial

Rediff.com27 Jan 2025

Loud music, bombastic action scenes, over-the-top dialogues that don't have any ring of truth to it followed by scenes of blood-oozing bodies floating in a river definitely don't make for a magnum opus!' exclaims Prasanna D Zore after watching the Chhaava trailer.

From Alps To Underwater Vows, Weddings Turn Extravagant & Unique

From Alps To Underwater Vows, Weddings Turn Extravagant & Unique

Rediff.com4 Mar 2025

There's clearly no limit to how dramatic a wedding can be.

'Dreams Do Come True'

'Dreams Do Come True'

Rediff.com7 Feb 2024

'I never imagined that a band from where I have learnt my music and my musical aesthetics would be the band with whom I would eventually perform and win a Grammy.'

Coldplay Concert Controversy: Cases Filed

Coldplay Concert Controversy: Cases Filed

Rediff.com25 Sep 2024

'We have filed a complaint with the police authorities.'

R-Day Parade: India to celebrate 75 years of Constitution with military might

R-Day Parade: India to celebrate 75 years of Constitution with military might

Rediff.com25 Jan 2025

India will showcase its military prowess and rich cultural heritage on Kartavya Path in New Delhi on January 26 to mark the 76th Republic Day. Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto will be the chief guest at the event, which will also see the participation of a marching contingent and a band contingent from Indonesia. The theme of the parade is 'Swarnim Bharat: Virasat aur Vikas', focusing on the platinum jubilee of the enactment of the Constitution. The parade will feature a number of cutting-edge defense platforms, including BrahMos, Pinaka and Akash, as well as the Army's Battle Surveillance System 'Sanjay' and DRDO's surface-to-surface tactical missile 'Pralay'.

Army band spellbinds audience at Srinagar

Army band spellbinds audience at Srinagar

Rediff.com20 Jun 2012

The internationally-acclaimed Symphonic Band of the army thrilled the audience of Jammu garrison with their captivating music on Wednesday.

Amazing, Awesome, Stunning Photographs!

Amazing, Awesome, Stunning Photographs!

Rediff.com4 Mar 2025

The 2025 Sony World Photography Awards has announced its National and Regional Award winners, celebrating talent from 56 countries.

'What Every Indian Musician Dreams Of'

'What Every Indian Musician Dreams Of'

Rediff.com9 Feb 2024

'This is the moment when India is shining all over.'

76th Republic Day Parade: Key highlights and what to expect

76th Republic Day Parade: Key highlights and what to expect

Rediff.com26 Jan 2025

India as a sovereign democratic republic completed 75 years of its eventful journey on Sunday, with the stage set at the Kartavya Path in New Delhi for the ceremonial parade during which the country will showcase its military prowess and rich cultural heritage.

Video: Manuj's fusion band performs in Mumbai

Video: Manuj's fusion band performs in Mumbai

Rediff.com13 May 2011

As part of a series of live performance videos by Indian musicians, Manuj shares one of his recent performances.

From GNR to Zeppelin, rock music helps Swiatek roll on at French Open

From GNR to Zeppelin, rock music helps Swiatek roll on at French Open

Rediff.com6 Jun 2021

'I think I started listening to them more when I watched 'Thor'. I listened to them even a few years ago, and I watched 'Thor' in Australia.'

BJP HQ In Mumbai Wears A Deserted Look

BJP HQ In Mumbai Wears A Deserted Look

Rediff.com4 Jun 2024

Loudspeakers blaring indecipherable music alongside a group of musicians beating drums filled the air outside the BJP headquarters in Mumbai but party supporters and workers has deserted the premises.

PIX: Beckham bids ex-England boss Eriksson adieu

PIX: Beckham bids ex-England boss Eriksson adieu

Rediff.com13 Sep 2024

Eriksson, known in Sweden simply as "Svennis", led England to the 2002 and 2006 World Cup quarter-finals, and to the 2004 European Championship, managing a golden generation of players that besides Beckham included stars such as Frank Lampard, Wayne Rooney and Steven Gerrard.

W-O-N-D-E-R-F-U-L Music

W-O-N-D-E-R-F-U-L Music

Rediff.com19 May 2022

Fantastical musical moments from the International Jazz Day concert in Mumbai.

Indian cricket icons recount fav Wankhede memory

Indian cricket icons recount fav Wankhede memory

Rediff.com20 Jan 2025

Rohit aims to bring Champions Trophy to Wankhede

The Swades State Of Mind

The Swades State Of Mind

Rediff.com19 Dec 2024

As Swades turns 20, Aseem Chhabra looks back at the film that spoke to him.

New York Labor Day Parade Was A Spectacle!

New York Labor Day Parade Was A Spectacle!

Rediff.com9 Sep 2024

Thousands of workers of every description -- from journalists to steel workers, from painters to New York cops, from auto to engineering workers -- marched for two hours down 5th Avenue one of Manhattan's most iconic thoroughfares, reports Jyoti Punwani.

When Zeenat Aman Was High!

When Zeenat Aman Was High!

Rediff.com24 Sep 2024

Here's another nugget from Zeenat Aman's treasure trove of life experiences.

All You Need To Know About Saba Azad

All You Need To Know About Saba Azad

Rediff.com31 Jan 2022

Actress. Performer. Singer.

'Indian bands have followed the West too blindly'

'Indian bands have followed the West too blindly'

Rediff.com30 Oct 2009

Amit Kilam of band Indian Ocean speaks to Chandrima Pal about the explosion in vernacular contemporary music.

Indian Ocean performs song from Peepli Live

Indian Ocean performs song from Peepli Live

Rediff.com6 Aug 2010

Fusion band Indian Ocean, who have scored two songs for Aamir Khan's upcoming film Peepli Live, perform live.

Sreesanth and band ready to rock

Sreesanth and band ready to rock

Rediff.com4 Nov 2010

India fast bowler S Sreesanth, 27, recently launched a band, called S-36, with his a few of his family members and friends.

Indian Ocean guitarist Susmit Sen quits band

Indian Ocean guitarist Susmit Sen quits band

Rediff.com12 Jun 2013

The co-founder and guitarist of India's most successful rock band Indian Ocean, decided to quit after 23 long years.

8 Times You Couldn't Look Away From Zeenat Aman

8 Times You Couldn't Look Away From Zeenat Aman

Rediff.com20 Nov 2024

Zeenat Aman had scored more hit songs than any of her contemporaries. This can be attributed partly to happenstance and partly to the fact that her forte for high glamour could be showcased most winningly in a crowd-pleasing number, observes Dinesh Raheja.

RSS seeks HC nod for processions, public meetings across TN on Oct 2

RSS seeks HC nod for processions, public meetings across TN on Oct 2

Rediff.com12 Sep 2022

Justice GK Ilanthiraiyan, before whom the batch of petitions came up for hearing on Monday, directed the state home secretary and the director general of police to file their counter and posted the matter for further hearing on September 22.

MUST WATCH: The magical one-man band

MUST WATCH: The magical one-man band

Rediff.com17 Feb 2017

Gladson Peter has just one dream -- to put a smile on as many faces as he can.

Zakir Wins 3 Grammys; Shankar Wins Too

Zakir Wins 3 Grammys; Shankar Wins Too

Rediff.com5 Feb 2024

'India, we are proud of you.'

Just 14, and he can play 107 musical instruments

Just 14, and he can play 107 musical instruments

Rediff.com12 Aug 2021

As a five year old, Neil Nayyar learnt to play the drums. Today, at 14, he has mastered 107 instruments.

S Sreesanth and his band of boys rock Kerala

S Sreesanth and his band of boys rock Kerala

Rediff.com9 Feb 2011

As part of a series of live performance videos by Indian musicians, we bring you a glimpse of S-36, cricketer S Sreesanth's band performing in Kochi, Kerala.

'For once, Pritam's melody in Agent Vinod is original'

'For once, Pritam's melody in Agent Vinod is original'

Rediff.com19 Mar 2012

An Iranian band has alleged that the initial portion of the song Pungi Baja De has been lifted from one of their songs.

Meet Hrithik's Mystery Lady

Meet Hrithik's Mystery Lady

Rediff.com31 Jan 2022

'Duggu and Saba like each other's company, but they've barely met two-three times.'

OTT's 10 Best Male Performances of 2024

OTT's 10 Best Male Performances of 2024

Rediff.com4 Dec 2024

Picking 10 excellent performances has been difficult but the attempt is to acknowledge the work of actors, who are often overlooked in favour of stars.