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Sindhu, Tai Tzu renew rivalry in PBL

Sindhu, Tai Tzu renew rivalry in PBL

Rediff.com7 Jan 2020

Sindhu' Hyderabad Hunters and Tai Tzu's Bengaluru Raptors can meet each other on January 31 in the third leg in Hyderabad.

PIX: Kajol, Sushmita Sen celebrate Durga Puja

PIX: Kajol, Sushmita Sen celebrate Durga Puja

Rediff.com11 Oct 2013

Several Bollywood stars visited the Durga Puja pandal to pay their respects.

Varna and Jati Are Not Same

Varna and Jati Are Not Same

Rediff.com27 Dec 2021

The relative ranking of castes can vary across regions and localities and depends on a number of factors including control over land, wealth, and political power. Castes have often tried to 'upgrade' themselves (a process sociologists refer to as Sanskritization), and sometimes get 'downgraded'. A revealing excerpt from Upinder Singh's Ancient India: Culture Of Contradictions.

Fans bring flowers, and tears

Fans bring flowers, and tears

Rediff.com28 Feb 2018

Touching moments from Sridevi's last journey.

PHOTOS: Kajol celebrates Durga Puja

PHOTOS: Kajol celebrates Durga Puja

Rediff.com25 Oct 2012

Don't miss these pictures from the festivities.

Deepika, Alia, Ranbir, Varun's day out

Deepika, Alia, Ranbir, Varun's day out

Rediff.com17 Apr 2018

Airport spotting and healthy living!

Bollywood pay its last respects to Shashiji

Bollywood pay its last respects to Shashiji

Rediff.com8 Dec 2017

Bollywood gives Shashi Kapoor a final salute.

Meet the Jeep so beloved of the Indian Army

Meet the Jeep so beloved of the Indian Army

Rediff.com6 Jan 2021

For all those auto enthusiasts who thought Mahindra have only been manufacturing Jeeps and trucks in the '90s, Timeless Mahindra offers plenty of interesting surprises, discovers Rajesh Kareka/Rediff.com.

Can India win an Olympic Medal in Climbing?

Can India win an Olympic Medal in Climbing?

Rediff.com17 Aug 2021

While sport climbing made its debut in the Olympics only this year, it has had a popular home in India for many years now.

Drogba undecided on playing future

Drogba undecided on playing future

Rediff.com7 Jan 2016

Former Chelsea striker Didier Drogba has said he is discussing his future with Major League Soccer team Montreal Impact but that retirement talk was premature. French media reported on Wednesday that the 37-year-old Ivorian was to quit playing and join the coaching staff of Premier League champions Chelsea under interim manager Guus Hiddink. "Lovely to receive these messages but I have not yet announced my retirement and am still in discussion with @impactmontreal about my future," Drogba, who has a contract with Montreal Impact through to December, posted on Twitter.

'I am impressed with the Malayalam film industry'

'I am impressed with the Malayalam film industry'

Rediff.com18 Oct 2013

Swati Reddy talks about the success of her latest Malayalam film North 24 Kaatham.

Kareena watches Kaalakaandi with Saif, Soha

Kareena watches Kaalakaandi with Saif, Soha

Rediff.com10 Jan 2018

It's movie night for Bollywood.

Mumbai's mulgi Urmila on the campaign trail

Mumbai's mulgi Urmila on the campaign trail

Rediff.com9 Apr 2019

Almost a quarter of a century ago, Urmila Matondkar dazzled cine-goers with her oomph in the Ram Gopal Varma movie Rangeela. Cut to the present, the actress-turned-politician is still bringing the same oomph and star power as she campaigns for the Congress ahead of the upcoming elections -- where she will be contesting for the Mumbai North constituency. Here's a glimpse!

PIX: Rani plays sindoor khela

PIX: Rani plays sindoor khela

Rediff.com1 Oct 2017

Celebrating Durga Puja with Rani Mukerji!

What's Freida Pinto doing in India?

What's Freida Pinto doing in India?

Rediff.com12 Dec 2018

And more importantly who's keeping her company?

PIX: Kajol, Tanisha celebrate Durga Puja

PIX: Kajol, Tanisha celebrate Durga Puja

Rediff.com3 Oct 2014

Bollywood stars turned revelers during the ongoing Durga Puja and Navratri.

The BEST International Films of 2021

The BEST International Films of 2021

Rediff.com15 Dec 2021

Aseem Chhabra lists his favourite films, most of them shown at international film festivals held virtually (Berlinale and Rotterdam), hybrid (Toronto) or physical (Cannes and Venice).

Shah Rukh, Amitabh, Katrina at Sridevi's funeral

Shah Rukh, Amitabh, Katrina at Sridevi's funeral

Rediff.com28 Feb 2018

Boney Kapoor performed the last rites with his daughters Janhvi and Khushi by his side.

Taliban Govt: ISI Has The Last Laugh

Taliban Govt: ISI Has The Last Laugh

Rediff.com8 Sep 2021

ISI chief Faiz Hameed coerced the Taliban to announce an interim government guaranteed to preserve Pakistan's control over the levers of power in Kabul, observes Ambassador M K Bhadrakumar.

In a first, sun stops play in a cricket match!

In a first, sun stops play in a cricket match!

Rediff.com23 Jan 2019

It was the sun that troubled the batsmen by coming right in the line of their view, forcing play to stop for about half an hour in the first ODI between New Zealand and India.

Indian women golfers set to make history at LPGA event

Indian women golfers set to make history at LPGA event

Rediff.com12 Aug 2020

Aditi, Diksha, Tvesa to play at Ladies Scottish Open.

A Supernova called Dingko

A Supernova called Dingko

Rediff.com10 Jun 2021

Indian boxing got the first glimpse of Dingko's talent at the 1989 sub-junior nationals in Ambala where he became a champion as a 10-year-old.

Even bypoll win won't smoothen things for Yediyurappa

Even bypoll win won't smoothen things for Yediyurappa

Rediff.com29 Apr 2021

'New Delhi is in a perpetual dilemma. It can't do without Yediyurappa, but it doesn't want a powerful CM. It stokes the opponents within against him. The result is he has never settled down in office, even in the present tenure'

How a Mumbai hospital deals with the city's COVID-19 crisis

How a Mumbai hospital deals with the city's COVID-19 crisis

Rediff.com7 May 2020

'Most of the cases in Mumbai are asymptomatic -- 85 per cent you can say.' 'Only 10 to 15 per cent are symptomatic.'

The BEST Indian Films of 2021

The BEST Indian Films of 2021

Rediff.com29 Dec 2021

Aseem Chhabra lists his favourite Indian films of 2021.

Chief of Defence Staff will need to show tough love

Chief of Defence Staff will need to show tough love

Rediff.com30 Aug 2019

'Since each chief single-mindedly pursues his service's interests in the competition for turf and in core matters such as budget share. The CDS, therefore, must act as an "honest broker" whose decisions serve the broader national purpose, rather than narrow service interests,' says Ajai Shukla.

10 Films You Must Watch

10 Films You Must Watch

Rediff.com11 Nov 2021

Films that amazed Aseem Chhabra at the El Gouna Film Festival in Egypt.

Will you vote for Rakhi Sawant, Kamal R Khan?

Will you vote for Rakhi Sawant, Kamal R Khan?

Rediff.com3 Apr 2014

Glamorous netas, coming up!

Rekha, Hema, Waheeda at Shashi's prayer meet

Rekha, Hema, Waheeda at Shashi's prayer meet

Rediff.com8 Dec 2017

Bollywood says goodbye to Shashi Kapoor.

SEE: Why Jantar Mantar is a historical wonder

SEE: Why Jantar Mantar is a historical wonder

Rediff.com21 Jan 2020

The observatory is a fascinating place for kids and adults, discovers Ashish Narsale.

Titanic to set sail again... in 2018

Titanic to set sail again... in 2018

Rediff.com12 Feb 2016

More than a century after the original Titanic ship infamously sank on its maiden voyage in the North Atlantic Ocean, a fully-functioning replica of the gigantic vessel will set sail in 2018, according to a media report.

'You don't choose Konkona, she chooses you'

'You don't choose Konkona, she chooses you'

Rediff.com16 Sep 2021

'Ajay Devgn is perfect to slip into Idris Elba's shoes.' 'Taapsee can play any role under the sun.'

Goodbye, Shashi Kapoor

Goodbye, Shashi Kapoor

Rediff.com5 Dec 2017

Even the heavens shed tears at the Eternal Charmer's passing.

Pawar, Gehlot, Smriti... biggies cast their votes

Pawar, Gehlot, Smriti... biggies cast their votes

Rediff.com29 Apr 2019

Take a look at the famous faces who exercised their democratic right.

PIX: Rani Mukerji, Ranbir Kapoor celebrate Durga Puja

PIX: Rani Mukerji, Ranbir Kapoor celebrate Durga Puja

Rediff.com29 Sep 2017

Finally, Rani makes an appearance!

Cyclone Mora hits Bangladesh, thousands moved to safer places

Cyclone Mora hits Bangladesh, thousands moved to safer places

Rediff.com30 May 2017

As many as 300,000 people had been taken to shelters in more than 10 districts most vulnerable to the cyclone.

Guess who's decorating Tiger's new home?

Guess who's decorating Tiger's new home?

Rediff.com26 Jul 2018

'It is the best feeling in the world to give back to your family what you have earned,' Tiger Shroff tells Subhash K Jha.

Sanjay Dutt's 10 UNDERRATED Performances

Sanjay Dutt's 10 UNDERRATED Performances

Rediff.com29 Jul 2019

As the 'Deadly Dutt' turns senior citizen, Sukanya Verma looks back at 10 of his most underrated performances.

PIX: Rani Mukerji and cousins at Durga Puja celebrations

PIX: Rani Mukerji and cousins at Durga Puja celebrations

Rediff.com30 Sep 2014

Durga Puja celebrations have begun and how!

Assam calling Priyanka Chopra

Assam calling Priyanka Chopra

Rediff.com27 Dec 2016

In photos: Priyanka Chopra as Assam Tourism's new ambassador.