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Fashion Night at a Museum

Fashion Night at a Museum

Rediff.com9 Jul 2021

Fashion influencer-turned-designer Samuel Gartner presented his show as part of the Frankfurt Fashion Week.

PIX: India collapse on Day 4; NZ need 107 to win

PIX: India collapse on Day 4; NZ need 107 to win

Rediff.com19 Oct 2024

IMAGES from Day 4 of the first Test played between India and New Zealand in Bengaluru, on Saturday.

Hayden Backs Pant, Warns Jaiswal

Hayden Backs Pant, Warns Jaiswal

Rediff.com22 Aug 2024

'Guys like Rishabh Pant have got a muscle memory and the thirst for victory.' 'He was such a key player last time he played there and the Australian public loved him as well, because of the nature of the way he played his game.'

Car hits pedestrians near London museum, many injured; 1 held

Car hits pedestrians near London museum, many injured; 1 held

Rediff.com7 Oct 2017

Investigation was under way into the matter.

Why Vettaiyan May Become A Blockbuster

Why Vettaiyan May Become A Blockbuster

Rediff.com8 Oct 2024

'The combination of star power, compelling storytelling, and action-packed drama promises to set the box office ablaze and kickstart the new quarter on a spectacular high note.'

Mahatma Carter

Mahatma Carter

Rediff.com9 Jan 2025

Carter was in politics, but not a politician, certainly not a transactional politician, points out Shreekant Sambrani.

The Restoration Of Indian Primacy

The Restoration Of Indian Primacy

Rediff.com15 Aug 2024

It seems in the geopolitics of the 21st century, we can see the subcontinent acting as one geopolitical entity to secure its economic interests. Key to this transformation is a strong India that is pre-eminent but not dominant, notes Colonel Anil A Athale (retd).

Paralympics 2024: India eye record haul in Paris

Paralympics 2024: India eye record haul in Paris

Rediff.com27 Aug 2024

India have sent an 84-strong contingent of para-athletes, the largest ever in the country's history -- a heady mix of youth and experience, for the Paralympic Games, starting in Paris on Wednesday.

Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis: What Killed Ustad Zakir Hussain

Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis: What Killed Ustad Zakir Hussain

Rediff.com17 Dec 2024

'It's almost like the tissue of the lung has a cancer spreading to it, which is causing scarring and rapidly progresses.'

Formidable India eye record-extending run in Kanpur

Formidable India eye record-extending run in Kanpur

Rediff.com26 Sep 2024

India would want their big guns Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma to fire when the mighty hosts aim for a clean sweep against a beleaguered Bangladesh in the second and final Test starting in Kanpur on Friday.

3rd T20 PIX: Samson slams ton as India sweep Bangladesh

3rd T20 PIX: Samson slams ton as India sweep Bangladesh

Rediff.com12 Oct 2024

Sanju Samson's ebullient maiden T20 International hundred dotted India's resounding 133-run victory and 3-0 series sweep over a listless Bangladesh.

Meet Ayushmann's NAGA Co-Star

Meet Ayushmann's NAGA Co-Star

Rediff.com26 May 2022

Andrea Kevichusa grabbed everyone's attention in the Anek trailer, making us wonder who she really is.

Diplomatic Expulsions: Games Nations Play

Diplomatic Expulsions: Games Nations Play

Rediff.com18 Oct 2024

India and Canada have mutually beneficial political and economic linkages. The two countries should get together and find a solution. The expulsion war should, in the meantime, be a guarantee against any deterioration of the situation, asserts Ambassador T P Sreenivasan, the first Indian head of mission to be ever expelled by any country.

Duleep Trophy: Musheer, Saini give India B upper hand

Duleep Trophy: Musheer, Saini give India B upper hand

Rediff.com6 Sep 2024

Musheer Khan stroked a fluent 181 from 373 balls, while Navdeep Saini claimed 2/36 to give India B the upperhand on Day 2 of the Duleep Trophy match.

40 Years Later, Can The Wounds Ever Heal?

40 Years Later, Can The Wounds Ever Heal?

Rediff.com30 Oct 2024

As a consequence of prominence given to the brutality during those few days, a very important aspect of that episode got almost glossed over. This was the intervention by a very significant section of people who restored faith in humanity, and conveyed the message that only a small section of Indians, that too politically backed, were consumed by anti-Sikh majoritarianism. The overlooked facet of the events of 1984 was the story of significant sections of the city's populace, public figures and nondescript ones, stepping out hand-in-hand, to first stand with little but bravery in hands, in the way of attackers, and thereafter to provide immediate relief to those who lives were uprooted and who lost family members in the violence, recalls Nilanjan Mukhopadhyay.

We can defend ourselves: Pak reacts to Rajnath

We can defend ourselves: Pak reacts to Rajnath

Rediff.com6 Apr 2024

A statement by the foreign office in Islamabad said that Pakistan has always demonstrated its commitment to peace in the region but its desire for peace should not be misconstrued.

Rafa Nadal - The Highs, Lows and everything in between!

Rafa Nadal - The Highs, Lows and everything in between!

Rediff.com10 Oct 2024

Here is a quick glance of all the highs and lows from Nadal's stupendous career:

The Super Teachers of Bollywood

The Super Teachers of Bollywood

Rediff.com5 Sep 2024

Perfect occasion to list 30 real-life educators whose unique methods, unwavering dedication or scholarly persona impressed us.

The Super Teachers of Bollywood

The Super Teachers of Bollywood

Rediff.com5 Sep 2024

Perfect occasion to list 30 real-life educators whose unique methods, unwavering dedication or scholarly persona impressed us.

Angry Young Men Review: Seeking Salim-Javed

Angry Young Men Review: Seeking Salim-Javed

Rediff.com20 Aug 2024

Angry Young Men gloats in Salim-Javed's well-known attributes yet never gains access into the process or passion behind one of Indian cinema's greatest chemistries at work, observes Sukanya Verma.

SC sets aside T'gana HC order declaring 106 acre of forest land as private

SC sets aside T'gana HC order declaring 106 acre of forest land as private

Rediff.com19 Apr 2024

The humans have "selective amnesia" about the significance of forests, the Supreme Court said on Thursday while advocating the need for a change in approach towards natural resources from anthropocentric to ecocentric.

Kolhapur: Violence after right-wing outfit protests during demolition drive

Kolhapur: Violence after right-wing outfit protests during demolition drive

Rediff.com16 Jul 2024

The anti-encroachment drive at Vishalgad Fort in Maharashtra's Kolhapur district turned violent as a mob hurled stones at police personnel and damaged properties, leading to the registration of cases against 500 people and the arrest of 21 others, police said on Monday.

Tilak: The Man In His Times

Tilak: The Man In His Times

Rediff.com21 Sep 2024

Lokmanya Tilak lived a life replete with contradictions, although he modified many of his positions later in life.

Sizzling Suzlon may rake in more moolah

Sizzling Suzlon may rake in more moolah

Rediff.com24 Aug 2024

Once declared a dud stock, Suzlon has generated stellar returns for investors thus far this calendar year. On a year-to-date (YTD) basis, Suzlon's share price has doubled investor wealth by soaring 109.35 per cent on the bourses. By comparison, the benchmark BSE Sensex has gained just 11.2 per cent.

Rohit's captaincy was outstanding: Ponting

Rohit's captaincy was outstanding: Ponting

Rediff.com10 Jun 2024

Ricky Ponting hailed Rohit Sharma's 'outstanding' captaincy in India's thrilling six-run win over Pakistan.

The Greatest Olympians!

The Greatest Olympians!

Rediff.com22 Jul 2024

Let's celebrate the Olympian legends!

Passing the torch to new generation: Biden in Oval Office address

Passing the torch to new generation: Biden in Oval Office address

Rediff.com25 Jul 2024

Telling his fellow countrymen that America is at an inflection point, US President Joe Biden on Wednesday said he has decided that the best way forward is to pass the torch to a new generation.

'Trump Wants To Make America White Again'

'Trump Wants To Make America White Again'

Rediff.com4 Nov 2024

'There are 725,000 Indians here without proper papers. They are subject to deportation immediately under this (Trump's immigration plan). Immediately!' 'They want to prevent new immigration, get the people who are already here out of here, and only allow population increases in the white population.'

After Doda, homes develop cracks in Srinagar due to land subsidence

After Doda, homes develop cracks in Srinagar due to land subsidence

Rediff.com26 Jun 2024

The locals believe the homes began to develop cracks after some portions of the land began to sink.

Six-hitting sprees, hat-tricks: T20 World Cup thrills unfold

Six-hitting sprees, hat-tricks: T20 World Cup thrills unfold

Rediff.com22 Jun 2024

Majestic cricket milestones mark T20 World Cup journey

PIX: How Team India celebrated T20 World Cup triumph!

PIX: How Team India celebrated T20 World Cup triumph!

Rediff.com30 Jun 2024

Check out how India's players reacted after victory over South Africa in the final.

Resolve differences at ballot box, not with bullets: Biden

Resolve differences at ballot box, not with bullets: Biden

Rediff.com15 Jul 2024

"There is no place in America for this kind of violence, for any violence ever. Period. No exceptions. We can't allow this violence to be normalised," Biden said.

52-day Amarnath yatra ends, 5L pilgrims offer prayers

52-day Amarnath yatra ends, 5L pilgrims offer prayers

Rediff.com19 Aug 2024

More than a dozen Mountain Rescue Teams assisted thousands of pilgrims during this year's Amarnath pilgrimage in the south Kashmir Himalayas, officials said on Monday, as the annual yatra concluded with more than 5.10 lakh pilgrims offering prayers at the cave shrine.

'I Couldn't Imagine Even Chatting With Kamal Haasan'

'I Couldn't Imagine Even Chatting With Kamal Haasan'

Rediff.com7 Nov 2024

'I was completely in awe of him. After the shot was okayed, I would quickly run back to my chair and sit quietly till I was called again.'

Frustrated football fans poke fun at England

Frustrated football fans poke fun at England

Rediff.com26 Jun 2024

The third dull performance in as many games had frustrated supporters poking fun at coach Gareth Southgate and his team.

8 Tips To Make Learning FUN for Kids

8 Tips To Make Learning FUN for Kids

Rediff.com5 Dec 2023

By incorporating creativity into academics using items you already have at home and encouraging exploration, you can make the learning journey not only enjoyable but also memorable.

Dalai Lama's legacy will live forever, you will be gone: Pelosi to Xi

Dalai Lama's legacy will live forever, you will be gone: Pelosi to Xi

Rediff.com19 Jun 2024

Former US House Speaker Nancy Peolsi, who is part of a US bipartisan delegation which met with the Dalai Lama on Wednesday, launched a broadside against Chinese President Xi Jinping, stating that while the legacy of the Tibetan spiritual leader will live forever, Xi will be gone in a few years.

'There Were Dead Bodies Everywhere'

'There Were Dead Bodies Everywhere'

Rediff.com10 Aug 2024

'We waded through the wet mud into the school, and what we saw were dead bodies strewn all over.' 'We could also see parts of human bodies buried under the wet mud.' 'It was a sight I will never forget in my life. Total devastation everywhere.'

T20 World Cup: Finally, chance for bowlers to shine!

T20 World Cup: Finally, chance for bowlers to shine!

Rediff.com28 May 2024

The teams will not have the luxury of an Impact Player in the T20 World Cup.

What You Should Know About Arthritis

What You Should Know About Arthritis

Rediff.com12 Oct 2024

Treatment for arthritis is mainly focused on symptom management and slowing the progression of the disease, says Dr Vishal Shinde.