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'This Is The Toughest Role Of My Career'

'This Is The Toughest Role Of My Career'

Rediff.com10 Jun 2024

'This has been a life-changing role for me, and I am genuinely proud of this film.'

Bigg Boss 13: Should Paras be evicted?

Bigg Boss 13: Should Paras be evicted?

Rediff.com5 Dec 2019

The contestants are miffed with Paras as he plays the game without following the Bigg Boss rules. And it seems, this decision will cost him his place in the house.

Hosting 2036 Olympics is India's dream, preparations are on: Modi

Hosting 2036 Olympics is India's dream, preparations are on: Modi

Rediff.com15 Aug 2024

Prime Minister Narendra Modi said the country is leaving no stone unturned in its efforts to host the Olympic Games in 2036.

Row after Omar shares news article on jailed rival Engineer's Baramulla win

Row after Omar shares news article on jailed rival Engineer's Baramulla win

Rediff.com6 Jun 2024

The row broke out after a private television news agency attributed the excerpts of the article shared by the NC leader to him.

NC-Cong taste victory in J-K, Omar to return as CM after 10 yrs

NC-Cong taste victory in J-K, Omar to return as CM after 10 yrs

Rediff.com8 Oct 2024

The Indian National Developmental Inclusive Alliance (INDIA) is poised to form the first elected government in Jammu and Kashmir, having secured a victory in the assembly elections by securing 49 out of 90 seats on which polls were held for the first time since the abrogation of Article 370 five years ago.

IAF's air show in Chennai turns tragic, 5 spectators die

IAF's air show in Chennai turns tragic, 5 spectators die

Rediff.com7 Oct 2024

Several persons fainted and emergency workers carried them in stretches and provided care in shelters. Over 30 people were rushed to nearby government hospitals with symptoms of dehydration.

Cricketer Who Bats, Bowls Without Arms

Cricketer Who Bats, Bowls Without Arms

Rediff.com12 Jan 2024

Amir Hussain Lone lost both his arms in an accident at his father's sawmill when he was eight years old.

SEE: Rafale, Tejas, Sukhoi dazzle crowds at Marina beach

SEE: Rafale, Tejas, Sukhoi dazzle crowds at Marina beach

Rediff.com6 Oct 2024

A spectacular aerial display showcasing the prowess and manoeuvrability of the Indian Air Force (IAF) aircraft over the iconic Marina sky captivated the hearts of Chennaiites who turned up in thousands on a sultry Sunday and witnessed the IAF's range of new aircraft including Rafale, roar in action.

2 soldiers killed, 4 others injured in encounter in J-K's Anantnag

2 soldiers killed, 4 others injured in encounter in J-K's Anantnag

Rediff.com10 Aug 2024

The encounter broke out after the terrorists opened fire at the search party personnel, who retaliated, the officials said.

Paralympics: Rubina wins 10m Air Pistol SH1 bronze

Paralympics: Rubina wins 10m Air Pistol SH1 bronze

Rediff.com1 Sep 2024

Rubina Francis won a bronze medal in the women's air pistol SH1 event final to continue the strong show from the country's shooters in the Paris Paralympics on Saturday.

PM felicitates athletes on return from Asian Para Games

PM felicitates athletes on return from Asian Para Games

Rediff.com16 Oct 2018

The gold medal winners were given a cash award of Rs 30 lakh each, while silver and bronze medallists took home Rs 20 lakh and Rs 10 lakh respectively.

Over 10K cops deployed for I-Day security in Delhi; heavy vehicle banned

Over 10K cops deployed for I-Day security in Delhi; heavy vehicle banned

Rediff.com15 Aug 2024

All borders of the national capital will be sealed for the entry of commercial and heavy vehicles by Thursday midnight apart from heavy police deployment, they said.

Asian Para Games: Indians denied entry to Athletes village

Asian Para Games: Indians denied entry to Athletes village

Rediff.com1 Oct 2018

A top official of the Paralympic Committee of India (PCI) said that the para-athletes were initially denied entry when they arrived at the Games Village as the Sports Ministry had not till then cleared funds to the tune of US$2.5 lakh.

How Will Rs 125 Crore be Divided?

How Will Rs 125 Crore be Divided?

Rediff.com8 Jul 2024

The 15-member squad of the Indian team which won the T20 World Cup will take home Rs 5 crore each.

Paralympic icon Jhajharia gets BJP ticket for Lok Sabha polls

Paralympic icon Jhajharia gets BJP ticket for Lok Sabha polls

Rediff.com2 Mar 2024

India's greatest para-athlete Devendra Jhajharia will be contesting on a BJP ticket from his hometown of Churu in Rajasthan.

What Rohit Sharma Told Maharashtra Legislators

What Rohit Sharma Told Maharashtra Legislators

Rediff.com5 Jul 2024

After the felicitation, to chants of 'Rohit! Rohit!' inside the Vidhan Bhavan, addressing the legislators, the captain thanked the CM for his gesture and said 'It was our dream to win this World Cup. I am grateful to my team-mates because this was a team effort. I was also lucky that every player put his hand up in every match and got us victories.'

Honouring The Fallen Of Operation Solki

Honouring The Fallen Of Operation Solki

Rediff.com25 Nov 2023

Captain M V Pranjal of the Rashtriya Rifles, Captain Shubham Gupta of 9 Para, Havildar Abdul Majid of the Rashtriya Rifles, Lance Naik Sanjay Bisht of the Rashtriya Rifles and Commando Sachin Laur of 9 Para made the Supreme Sacrifice for the Motherland in Wednesday's Rajouri encounter.

World Para Athletics: Amit Kumar wins silver

World Para Athletics: Amit Kumar wins silver

Rediff.com17 Jul 2017

India's Amit Kumar Saroha clinched a silver in men's club throw F51 competition in World Para Athletics Championships in London on Monday.

When Modi Met Sheetal Devi

When Modi Met Sheetal Devi

Rediff.com2 Nov 2023

Prime Minister Narendra D Modi interacted with India's Asian Para Games contingent at the Major Dhyan Chand National Stadium.

Khelo India medal winners eligible for government jobs

Khelo India medal winners eligible for government jobs

Rediff.com6 Mar 2024

Khelo India Games were first organised in 2018 as part of the Modi government's initiative to revitalise sports culture at the grassroots level.

Shooter Avani wins historic 2nd Paralympic gold medal

Shooter Avani wins historic 2nd Paralympic gold medal

Rediff.com30 Aug 2024

Winner of the gold medal at the Tokyo Paralympics three years ago, Avani Lekhara shot a remarkable 249.7, breaking her own Paralympic record of 249.6 set in Tokyo.

Explained: Supreme Court's Property Judgment

Explained: Supreme Court's Property Judgment

Rediff.com14 Nov 2024

'A rigid or overly broad interpretation could lead to a chilling effect on investments and growth in sectors traditionally driven by private initiative.' 'Entrepreneurs may fear that their assets could be arbitrarily appropriated by the State under the guise of serving the 'common good' without sufficient legal safeguards.' 'The judgment thus supports a more nuanced view, one that balances individual property rights with public welfare objectives.'

Farmers' agitation: Shooters sweat over Olympic selection trials in Patiala

Farmers' agitation: Shooters sweat over Olympic selection trials in Patiala

Rediff.com17 Feb 2024

More than 150 shotgun shooters are sweating over their participation in crucial national Olympic trials later this month in Patiala in the wake of the farmers' agitation.

SEE: Shami, Sheetal receive Arjuna awards

SEE: Shami, Sheetal receive Arjuna awards

Rediff.com9 Jan 2024

Shami was there to receive the honours. He took 24 wickets in seven World Cup games last year.

Mhambrey lauds India's impressive bowling performance

Mhambrey lauds India's impressive bowling performance

Rediff.com12 Jun 2024

India will not be taking the foot off the gas pedal given USA's exploits in the T20 World Cup right after producing one of their best-ever bowling performances, said bowling coach Paras Mhambrey on Tuesday.

From beard to hairstyle, club-thrower Pranav and father Sanjeev share an unshakeable bond

From beard to hairstyle, club-thrower Pranav and father Sanjeev share an unshakeable bond

Rediff.com7 Sep 2024

Paris Paralympics Pranav Soorma and his father Sanjeev have quite a few things in common, the most striking being their looks -- well-groomed beards complimented by their ponytail hairstyle.

India's chess future is bright, but...

India's chess future is bright, but...

Rediff.com10 Sep 2024

Chess icon Viswanathan Anand feels the current crop of Indian players, that he has had a role in shaping, has turned out to be "great" in grabbing crucial opportunities.

India add more gold and silver at Asian Track Cycling Championship

India add more gold and silver at Asian Track Cycling Championship

Rediff.com24 Feb 2024

Harshita Jakhar displayed remarkable skill and determination to emerge as the standout performer, winning the silver medal in the individual pursuit event in the women's junior category.

Morne Morkel named India's bowling coach

Morne Morkel named India's bowling coach

Rediff.com14 Aug 2024

The 39 year-old has played 86 Tests, 117 ODIs and 44 T20Is for South Africa with a total of 544 international wickets.

Scolded by mom, they left home 13 yrs ago; now reunited with her

Scolded by mom, they left home 13 yrs ago; now reunited with her

Rediff.com28 Dec 2023

Two siblings aged 22 and 19 years who left home 13 years ago after being scolded by their mother have been reunited with her with the help of a child rights activist.

Security forces, terrorists clash twice during search op in Doda

Security forces, terrorists clash twice during search op in Doda

Rediff.com17 Jul 2024

Security forces and terrorists exchanged fire twice briefly within a span of four hours in a forest area in Jammu and Kashmir's Doda district, officials said on Wednesday.

Paris Paralympics: How India fared on September 4, 2024

Paris Paralympics: How India fared on September 4, 2024

Rediff.com5 Sep 2024

A summary of Indian athletes' showing at the Paralympics in Paris on Wednesday.

India's Manasi Joshi wins 3 medals at Para Badminton International

India's Manasi Joshi wins 3 medals at Para Badminton International

Rediff.com12 Mar 2018

In the tournament played in Mallorca, she narrowly beat Thailand's Darunee Henpraiwan 12-21, 21-17, 21-19 to win the title.

Stage set for counting of votes in J-K, Haryana today

Stage set for counting of votes in J-K, Haryana today

Rediff.com8 Oct 2024

Political parties and leaders wait with bated breath for the Haryana and Jammu-Kashmir assembly poll results on Tuesday.

Manipur HC revokes order including Meiteis in ST list

Manipur HC revokes order including Meiteis in ST list

Rediff.com22 Feb 2024

The contentious paragraph from last year's verdict, instructing the state to expedite consideration of Meitei community inclusion, was deemed for deletion.

Asiad Para Games: Gold for archer Harvinder

Asiad Para Games: Gold for archer Harvinder

Rediff.com10 Oct 2018

Harvinder defeated China's Zhao Lixue 6-0 in the W2/ST category final to claim the top honours and take India's gold tally to seven. The W2 category of impairment covers athletes with paraplegia, diplegia or double leg amputation below the knee, requiring wheelchair.

Shocking PHOTOS! Para-athletes face official apathy

Shocking PHOTOS! Para-athletes face official apathy

Rediff.com22 Mar 2015

Differently-abled sportspersons participating in the 15th National Para-Athletics Championships have been put up at unfurnished and unhygienic accommodations.

Nitish's Son Set For Political Plunge?

Nitish's Son Set For Political Plunge?

Rediff.com20 Jun 2024

All eyes are on the JD-U's national executive meeting on June 29 in New Delhi, where a decision in this regard may be taken.

Delhi police procure 700 face detection CCTV cameras for I-Day security

Delhi police procure 700 face detection CCTV cameras for I-Day security

Rediff.com9 Aug 2024

While the north district will get 346 Closed Circuit Television cameras, the central district will be allotted 354 cameras, officials said.

Why Nitish Supports '1 Nation, 1 Poll'

Why Nitish Supports '1 Nation, 1 Poll'

Rediff.com21 Sep 2024

Nitish Kumar wants to assure the BJP leadership that he will continue to be a part of the NDA. But he also wants to secure a larger number of seats for his party in the 2025 assembly elections in Bihar.