News for 'Opera'

From Beijing to US, the world twists and bends on Yoga Day

From Beijing to US, the world twists and bends on Yoga Day

Rediff.com21 Jun 2016

People across the world woke up to an early-morning call to celebrate the second International Yoga Day on Tuesday with much enthusiasm.

Warne bowled over by musical

Warne bowled over by musical

Rediff.com10 Dec 2008

Australia's former cricket star Shane Warne, who likens his turbulent personal life to a soap opera, has been won over by a new musical play based on his antics on and off the field. Warne is the subject of "Shane Warne: The Musical", which opened in his home-town of Melbourne and takes a light-hearted look at his life, including notorious text messages to and from female admirers, his infidelities on tour, and the well-publicised break up of his marriage to wife Simone.

Kingfisher plans cargo business

Kingfisher plans cargo business

Rediff.com8 Feb 2008

The government recently allowed the foreign carriers to have a 74 per cent stake in Indian cargo carriers. A total of 49 per cent FDI was earlier allowed in the cargo sector, but no investment by a foreign airline was permitted.

Changing life: Brands enter bedrooms

Changing life: Brands enter bedrooms

Rediff.com5 Jun 2008

From a family sharing a single towel for a year and using just a pair of bedsheets annually. . . the bed and bath soft furnishing range has a come long way in India. "Towels and bedsheets are no longer perceived as 'commodities', they are now viewed as fashion products", said Rajiv Merchant, CEO, Domestic Division, Creative Portico, branded player in bed and bath soft furnishing.

Review: Island City is a compelling film about Mumbai

Review: Island City is a compelling film about Mumbai

Rediff.com6 Sep 2016

Island City should not be missed, raves Aseem Chhabra.

Ramchand Pakistani, another Indo-Pak venture

Ramchand Pakistani, another Indo-Pak venture

Rediff.com5 May 2008

A few years ago Mehreen Jabbar took a trip back home to Pakistan -- a visit required for her green card application process. Jabbar had worked for nearly 13 years producing and directing soap operas for Pakistani television, often while living in New York. During the visit, her father handed her an outline of a film script based on a true incident.

I-T raid: Rs 16 cr seized from Bharat Shah's home

I-T raid: Rs 16 cr seized from Bharat Shah's home

Rediff.com20 Mar 2008

Around Rs 16 crore (Rs 160 million) of concealed income has been found from searches on the seven premises of diamond merchant and film producer Bharat Shah in Mumbai, Income Tax authorities said on Thursday. The searches started on March 13 by a team of about 50 officers. Offices owned by Shah in Mehta Bhavan at Opera house and his apartment in Swapna Lok building in Napean sea road were among the premises that were searched.

Sanjay Leela Bhansali starts work on Padmavati

Sanjay Leela Bhansali starts work on Padmavati

Rediff.com12 Jul 2016

Reportedly, the filmmaker signed Deepika and Ranveer for this film as well.

Chandrasekaran's book bought by United 93 director

Chandrasekaran's book bought by United 93 director

Rediff.com22 Jan 2007

British director Paul Greengrass has bought the rights to Rajiv Chandrasekaran's acclaimed book, Imperial Life in the Emerald City.

Kaka on top of the world

Kaka on top of the world

Rediff.com18 Dec 2007

AC Milan playmaker Kaka added to his remarkable haul of trophies and titles on Monday when he was named FIFA World Player 2007.

Chocolate and sex can boost brain: Study

Chocolate and sex can boost brain: Study

Rediff.com4 Dec 2007

Forget crosswords. If you really want to boost your brain power, eat dark chocolate, consume cold meat and have plenty of sex, if possible every day.

IITs see highest pay packages

IITs see highest pay packages

Rediff.com18 Dec 2006

Having dominated the summer placement scene at IIMs, companies like McKinsey, Boston Consultancy Group and UBS showed up for the first time for placements at IIT Bombay.

Ghosn in India for talks on small car

Ghosn in India for talks on small car

Rediff.com29 Oct 2007

Carlos Ghosn, the iconic CEO of Nissan Motors and Renault, is on a whistle-stop visit to India on Monday to finalise a joint venture and small-car blue-print with India's second-largest two-wheeler maker Bajaj Auto. Renault, Nissan and M&M also have a three-way equity tie-up to make passenger vehicles in Chennai, for which the facility is yet to be built.

Coming for Trump: The Delhi Jinx!

Coming for Trump: The Delhi Jinx!

Rediff.com9 Mar 2020

Does an invitation to visit India bring bad luck to majoritarian demagogues? asks Rahul Jacob.

Breaking boundaries a way of life for Alyssa Healy

Breaking boundaries a way of life for Alyssa Healy

Rediff.com8 Mar 2020

A young Alyssa Healy grew up batting in a backyard where hitting windows meant getting out. Now, she just breaks glass ceilings. Healy is the latest in Australia's most storied cricketing lineage, with all the pluck and expectation that comes with it.

Caught in a jam? Watch 'Live TV'

Caught in a jam? Watch 'Live TV'

Rediff.com8 Feb 2008

Called the Live TV for cars, the DTH provider is in the final stages of installing the services in cars, SUVs and high-capacity buses.

A race against time to save Sonu

A race against time to save Sonu

Rediff.com10 Oct 2008

As the borewell was just one foot in diameter, army engineers have dug a parallel 55-ft tunnel to pull out the child, rescuers said. "It will be extended by 5 ft or so and then a trench will be dug towards the borewell," they added.

The Margaret Atwood touch: Was this the most stirring speech of Golden Globes 2018?

The Margaret Atwood touch: Was this the most stirring speech of Golden Globes 2018?

Rediff.com8 Jan 2018

The author of Golden Globe-winning The Handmaid's Tale left her mark even in her absence.

Red Fort a world heritage site

Red Fort a world heritage site

Rediff.com28 Jun 2007

Red Fort, the 17th century Mughal marvel, was given the world heritage status by UNESCO on Thursday.

India will 'walk out' of N-deal if needed

India will 'walk out' of N-deal if needed

Rediff.com11 Jan 2007

The prime minister's special envoy on nuclear issue Shyam Saran said India has also conveyed to the US that it was not ready to accept any legally-binding provision on future nuclear testing in the 123 Agreement.

Kolkata: Movie halls give way to malls

Kolkata: Movie halls give way to malls

Rediff.com9 Jan 2007

Standalone theatres in the city succumb to multiplex pressure.

A mobile phone with Internet for Rs 2000

A mobile phone with Internet for Rs 2000

Rediff.com30 Nov 2007

The company will charge around Rs 100 per month for its services, the lowest in the country for browsing the Net over mobile phones, compared with the existing tariffs of around Rs 500 per month charged by other service providers.

Children of 11/7: 'I cry sometimes'

Children of 11/7: 'I cry sometimes'

Rediff.com12 Jul 2007

Mavji Patel's three boys now look at life differently ever since he went away. They are more serious, mature and try to shoulder responsibilty.

'My advice has always been: Don't rush'

'My advice has always been: Don't rush'

Rediff.com25 Jun 2020

'Everyone wants to achieve everything very quickly.' 'Parents want to see their kids become stars overnight.' 'Kids want to be a sensation on social media.' 'Everyone is constantly in a race.'

British architecture firm bags deal to design Navi Mumbai airport

British architecture firm bags deal to design Navi Mumbai airport

Rediff.com14 Mar 2018

British architecture firm Zaha Hadid Architects bagged the contract from Navi Mumbai International Airport Limited after a 12-week design competition, and will design the new airport's Terminal 1 and air traffic control tower.

In Pics: Princess Diana's iconic dresses

In Pics: Princess Diana's iconic dresses

Rediff.com1 Mar 2017

A dress exhibition that celebrates the fashion and style of the Princess of Wales.

Cannavaro in line for FIFA prize

Cannavaro in line for FIFA prize

Rediff.com29 Nov 2006

Fabio Cannavaro, Ronaldinho and Zinedine Zidane have been shortlisted for the FIFA World Player of the Year award.

Four killed, 14 injured in Srinagar

Four killed, 14 injured in Srinagar

Rediff.com14 Nov 2005

How to avoid getting fired

How to avoid getting fired

Rediff.com8 May 2006

BAFTA 2016: Dakota Johnson, Cate Blanchett rock the red carpet

BAFTA 2016: Dakota Johnson, Cate Blanchett rock the red carpet

Rediff.com15 Feb 2016

Stars who impressed us with their sartorial sense!

When I met the Queen of England

When I met the Queen of England

Rediff.com2 Mar 2017

Dancer-Choreographer Astad Deboo met Queen Elizabeth, William and Kate at Buckingham Palace on Monday at the launch of India-UK year of Culture. He tells Archana Masih/Rediff.com that the Queen even did a cute little dance movement when he was presented to her.

Does Ayn Rand still have fans?

Does Ayn Rand still have fans?

Rediff.com7 Mar 2007

Do we still need to have Atlas Shrugged on our bookshelves?

Using ATM? Pay more soon

Using ATM? Pay more soon

Rediff.com2 Mar 2006

Tata arm buys 2 European IT cos

Tata arm buys 2 European IT cos

Rediff.com9 Jan 2006

Tata group's global e-learning firm, Tata Interactive Systems, on Monday acquired two European software companies in a move to expand its global presence for an undisclosed amount.

Star to axe two serials to make way for KBC-III

Star to axe two serials to make way for KBC-III

Rediff.com18 Dec 2006

The soap operas of Ekta Kapoor and Ravi Chopra are likely to be axed to make way for Kaun Banega Crorepati-III because Star Plus intends to reserve the one-hour primetime slot for the show that will be anchored by Shahrukh Khan.

PHOTOS: World bursts into celebrations at the stroke of midnight

PHOTOS: World bursts into celebrations at the stroke of midnight

Rediff.com1 Jan 2016

Here's a glimpse of how the world welcomed 2016.

Balbir's death marks end of hockey's golden era

Balbir's death marks end of hockey's golden era

Rediff.com25 May 2020

If Dhyan Chand's wizardry was a source of joy in a colonised India, Balbir Singh Sr's artistry was an inspiration for an India trying to find its bearings post-independence.

Rutuparno Ghosh on Sahib Biwi

Rutuparno Ghosh on Sahib Biwi

Rediff.com18 Oct 2005