News for 'No Shave November'

What to expect from NASA's historic Pluto flyby?

What to expect from NASA's historic Pluto flyby?

Rediff.com14 Jul 2015

Ahead of this momentous event, learn why the spacecraft won't be stopping at the dwarf planet and much more.

Why 2014 was a turbulent year for India's aviation sector

Why 2014 was a turbulent year for India's aviation sector

Rediff.com29 Dec 2014

National carrier Air India became part of the 27-member global airlines grouping Star Alliance, as budget airline AirAsia India launched operations and Tata-SIA joint venture carrier Vistara received the flying permit and announced its intentions to start operations from January 9.

The Budget has nothing much to cheer about

The Budget has nothing much to cheer about

Rediff.com8 Mar 2016

There will be a review of employee compensation arrangement in the light of the new rules.

India Inc high on profit, low on sales growth in second quarter

India Inc high on profit, low on sales growth in second quarter

Rediff.com17 Nov 2014

A full-blown recovery remained elusive for India Inc in the July-September quarter, even as it overcame the challenge of achieving profitable growth.

I-League: Bengaluru FC beat United SC, top table

I-League: Bengaluru FC beat United SC, top table

Rediff.com6 Oct 2013

first-half strike by John Johnson helped Bengaluru FC beat United Sports Club by a solitary goal in their third round match of the I-League at the Bengaluru Football Stadium. The win propelled them to the top of the points table with seven points from three matches.

Australia vs Pakistan: A slippery game in Adelaide

Australia vs Pakistan: A slippery game in Adelaide

Rediff.com19 Mar 2015

When the 2015 ODI World Cup began, no one cared to look past Australia to lift a record fifth title. A strong team, home advantage, and flailing opposition, meant that they were in pole position going into the tournament.

Do these actors *look* like the people they're playing? VOTE!

Do these actors *look* like the people they're playing? VOTE!

Rediff.com29 Oct 2015

Do these actors suit their parts? Vote!

Sensex drops 340 points ahead of Aug IIP; Infosys zooms 7%

Sensex drops 340 points ahead of Aug IIP; Infosys zooms 7%

Rediff.com10 Oct 2014

The 30-share Sensex is down 359 points at 26,378 and the Nifty has dropped 78 points to trade at 7,883

Few factors Jaitley must consider before presenting the Budget

Few factors Jaitley must consider before presenting the Budget

Rediff.com16 Feb 2015

India Inc has high hopes from the upcoming Budget.

Over-the-top police deployment leaves Ayodhya desolate

Over-the-top police deployment leaves Ayodhya desolate

Rediff.com25 Aug 2013

The Samajwadi Party government went overboard in deploying nearly 10,000 policemen to patrol the streets of Ayodhya to prevent the VHP from carrying out its 84-kosi parikrama, reports Sharat Pradhan

Champions League PIX: Manchester Utd's progress on hold; Chelsea in last 16

Champions League PIX: Manchester Utd's progress on hold; Chelsea in last 16

Rediff.com23 Nov 2017

A summary of Wednesday's matches in the UEFA Champions League.

Flaws in India's GST defeats its purpose

Flaws in India's GST defeats its purpose

Rediff.com16 Sep 2015

There is much work to be done to design a good GST.

How Modi can create thousands of jobs

How Modi can create thousands of jobs

Rediff.com5 Jun 2017

'What the government should do to create jobs is to help revive the MSME sector.' 'This sector gives employment to lakhs of people.' 'The MSME sector provides more employment than the big industries.' 'So, what should be done immediately is to revive the MSME sector.'

What makes you beautiful?

What makes you beautiful?

Rediff.com9 Jan 2015

Dabur Vatika's latest advertisement challenges the conventional notions of beauty.

Bollywood's hilarious retro moments!

Bollywood's hilarious retro moments!

Rediff.com22 Apr 2015

These Bollywood gems truly deserve two thumbs up!

WTF News: It's Weird, True and Funny

WTF News: It's Weird, True and Funny

Rediff.com10 Apr 2015

This week's digest of stories that are weird, true and funny.

Sheena Bora Trial: What Mekhail Bora Said

Sheena Bora Trial: What Mekhail Bora Said

Rediff.com24 Jul 2018

Throughout, Mekhail spoke calmly, with hardly an inflection making even the barest attempt to hijack his tone. His tone was so empty it made his narrative all the more touching. And ugly and grey, as the monsoon sky beyond the window.

This school teacher is mother to 28 children

This school teacher is mother to 28 children

Rediff.com28 Oct 2015

Geeta Sridhar took in 28 children ailing with cancer into her home, and made them her own.

Indian sailor released from Somalia: I will go back to sea

Indian sailor released from Somalia: I will go back to sea

Rediff.com14 Nov 2014

A Ganesh Nadar meets Daniston Litten, a sailor from India, who was held captive by Somali pirates for four years. While the pirates may have harmed him physically, his spirit is unbroken.

Sheena Bora trial: Was the driver lying?

Sheena Bora trial: Was the driver lying?

Rediff.com8 Dec 2017

Trepidation made its home firmly on his face on Thursday, announcing its presence with lines of anxiety and the repeated jumpy widening of his eyes.

Fourth ODI: Kohli's majestic ton seals curtailed series for India

Fourth ODI: Kohli's majestic ton seals curtailed series for India

Rediff.com17 Oct 2014

Virat Kohli struck a majestic 127 as India fashioned a 59-run win over the West Indies in Dharamsala, effectively sealing the ODI series 2-1 after the visitors dramatically pulled out from the remainder of the tour over an acrimonious pay dispute with their board.

10 places that serve the yummiest salads in Mumbai

10 places that serve the yummiest salads in Mumbai

Rediff.com1 Jun 2016

Mini Ribeiro tells us where to go salad hopping.

Ishant shines with the ball, but Kohli and Rohit fail again

Ishant shines with the ball, but Kohli and Rohit fail again

Rediff.com7 Aug 2015

India pacer Ishant Sharma wrecked havoc with the ball as he claimed a five-wicket haul to leave the Sri Lanka Board President's XI in tatters on Day 2 of the three-day tour match, in Colombo, on Friday.

'Expect all Rs 500 and Rs 1,000 notes to come back into the system'

'Expect all Rs 500 and Rs 1,000 notes to come back into the system'

Rediff.com8 Dec 2016

The economy could return to 8% growth by the end of 2017-2018, says Arvind Panagariya, vice-chairman NITI Aayog.

Anil Ambani's future hinges on walking the talk

Anil Ambani's future hinges on walking the talk

Rediff.com12 Jan 2016

As debt piles up, Anil Ambani's ability to see the asset sale plan through will be crucial

'If it was a risk, I wouldn't have done Baahubali'

'If it was a risk, I wouldn't have done Baahubali'

Rediff.com15 Feb 2017

Rana Daggubati on the The Ghazi Attack and Baahubali, the sequel.

Greece submits new bailout plan to avoid euro exit

Greece submits new bailout plan to avoid euro exit

Rediff.com10 Jul 2015

Athens bowed to demands to phase out tax breaks for its islands.

Rupee fall may threaten India's credit ratings, warns Moody's

Rupee fall may threaten India's credit ratings, warns Moody's

Rediff.com18 Jul 2013

It also painted a grim possibility of any major gains in the rupee during the current fiscal saying that the continuing global volatility, and domestic political uncertainty ahead of the 2014 hustings will limit chances of any significant appreciation apart from further impact growth.

In Bernanke's final act, Fed cuts stimulus despite market turmoil

In Bernanke's final act, Fed cuts stimulus despite market turmoil

Rediff.com30 Jan 2014

Some investors had speculated that the US central bank might put its plans on hold given the jitters overseas.

How 'Champions' West Indies created history at Eden

How 'Champions' West Indies created history at Eden

Rediff.com3 Apr 2016

West Indies created history by becoming the first nation to win the ICC World T20 twice with a dramatic four-wicket victory against England riding on Carlos Brathwaite's magical finish at the Eden Gardens in Kolkata, on Sunday.

20 Things We Still LOVE about Friends!

20 Things We Still LOVE about Friends!

Rediff.com22 Sep 2014

We revisit some iconic moments of the the much-loved television series as it celebrates its 20th anniversary.

'Prostitutes are doing a favour to the nation'

'Prostitutes are doing a favour to the nation'

Rediff.com3 Apr 2017

'Unfortunately, prostitution is looked down upon.' 'It should be legalised.' 'Imagine the sexual frustration in the country if it didn't exist!' Chunky Pandey tells Rediff.com's Ronjita Kulkarni how he bagged Begum Jaan and more.

'Ae Dil Hai Mushkil is not a film about infidelity at all'

'Ae Dil Hai Mushkil is not a film about infidelity at all'

Rediff.com30 Aug 2016

Karan Johar talks about his much-awaited directorial venture Ae Dil Hai Mushkil.

Football Briefs: French clubs face disciplinary action over Europa League violence

Football Briefs: French clubs face disciplinary action over Europa League violence

Rediff.com19 Mar 2018

News of all that's transpired on and off the football field

Rahane's century leads India's fightback on Day 1

Rahane's century leads India's fightback on Day 1

Rediff.com18 Jul 2014

A defiant Ajinkya Rahane hit a superb 103 to pull India out of trouble after a mid-innings collapse on a lively track at Lord's, as the visitors ended the first day's play on a respectable 290 for nine on Day 1 of the second Test in London.

'I wanted to become a superstar'

'I wanted to become a superstar'

Rediff.com14 Jul 2017

'I have been tagged the next superstar for a long time, but I have not reached that stage.' 'So it's very important to accept your failures, not be in denial.' 'Those films happened because I chose them.' 'Nobody put a gun to my head and asked me to sign them.'

Mercedes-Benz C-Class Convertible: Neighbour's envy, owner's pride

Mercedes-Benz C-Class Convertible: Neighbour's envy, owner's pride

Rediff.com2 Aug 2016

We drove in Italy what will be Mercedes-Benz's most affordable drophead offering in India - the new C-Class Cabriolet!

'The farmer is dying and the country is rejoicing'

'The farmer is dying and the country is rejoicing'

Rediff.com6 Apr 2017

'The corporate sector says by 2022 they will create 300 million jobs.' 'In the last 70 years we didn't do it, how will we do it in 5 years?' 'Only agriculture can bail out the economy. Unfortunately, it is not being looked into.'

Bajirao Mastani: The Grandeur of Movie Manufactured History

Bajirao Mastani: The Grandeur of Movie Manufactured History

Rediff.com22 Dec 2015

Bajirao Mastani has the potential to do for Maratha 'history' what Mughal-e-Azam did for Mughal 'history', says Mohammad Asim Siddiqui.

India's new opportunity in Bhutan

India's new opportunity in Bhutan

Rediff.com14 Jul 2013

The previous democratically-elected government in Bhutan sought to get cosy with China. Will the new Tshering Tobgay dispensation mend the fences with India? Shubha Singh examines