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PIX: Going back to the theatre

PIX: Going back to the theatre

Rediff.com8 Oct 2020

As we prepare to return to the land of silver screens and samosa, Sukanya Verma looks at notable theatre moments in Hindi films.

Player injured in Borussia Dortmund bus blast; match rescheduled

Player injured in Borussia Dortmund bus blast; match rescheduled

Rediff.com12 Apr 2017

At least one person has been injured by an explosion on the bus taking the Borussia Dortmund soccer team to their UEFA Champions League quarter-final first-leg match against Monaco in Dortmund on Tuesday.

PHOTOS from the weird, wacky world!

PHOTOS from the weird, wacky world!

Rediff.com1 Jul 2015

These 10 images prove it's a mad, mad world

Explained: How P2P lending can help us

Explained: How P2P lending can help us

Rediff.com2 Jun 2020

'As banks grapple with risk aversion and savers see an erosion in the value of money, the P2P platform can be a win-win for both borrowers and lenders,' notes Tamal Bandyopadhyay.

The predators are everywhere, it could be your turn next

The predators are everywhere, it could be your turn next

Rediff.com13 Apr 2018

The message is loud and clear. The writing is on the wall. Wake up before it is too late... says Prasanna D Zore.

'We can't even take a U-turn'

'We can't even take a U-turn'

Rediff.com4 May 2020

The prayer, Sarvejana Sukhinobhavantu, or let the whole universe of living beings be well, helps. So do profound and relevant Ancient Wise Words and aphorisms: Vasudaiva Kutumbakam, or the whole world is one big family, interconnected, interdependent. And a sense of humour, jokes, pranks, writing, conversations. And, last but definitely not least, the rippling waves of inner realisation on the background mind-track -- about the insignificance of ego, the importance of humility, the wasted opportunities in life, the wrong moves, the strokes of luck, the past 'sins', the what-ifs.

America protests against Trump's immigration policies

America protests against Trump's immigration policies

Rediff.com1 Jul 2018

Tens of thousands of people, including Indian-Americans, took to streets in several United States cities to protest against controversial immigration policies of US President Donald Trump which has resulted in separation of children of illegal immigrants.

The Fault in Mamata Banerjee's Stars

The Fault in Mamata Banerjee's Stars

Rediff.com25 Jul 2018

'Mamata's fascination with stars is so deep-rooted that she uses her clout as chief minister to get close to them.'

Brazil didn't mess up Olympics, nor did it make most of them

Brazil didn't mess up Olympics, nor did it make most of them

Rediff.com24 Aug 2016

The enduring images of the Games will be not just the great sporting achievements - from US swimmer Michael Phelps' 28th Olympic medal to Usain Bolt's historic sprint 'triple triple' - but also the organizational problems, empty seats and crime.

Parineeti Chopra's Amazing Australian holiday

Parineeti Chopra's Amazing Australian holiday

Rediff.com24 Apr 2018

Exploring the country like never before.

Modi sarkar's Operation Clean Sweep

Modi sarkar's Operation Clean Sweep

Rediff.com1 Oct 2014

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will launch his dream 'Swachh Bharat' campaign on Thursday.

The man who transformed Europe with paper cut-outs

The man who transformed Europe with paper cut-outs

Rediff.com3 Nov 2015

Going by the name paperboyo, Rich McCor has developed a unique style of photography that involves using intricate paper cutouts to transform landmarks into amusing vignettes.

A room with the worst view in the world!

A room with the worst view in the world!

Rediff.com10 Mar 2017

A day before iconic street artist Banksy opens Walled Off -- his hotel in Bethlehem, a few feet away from the Israel-Palestine Wall -- we take you inside on a tour.

Unprecedented security in place for Trump's visit

Unprecedented security in place for Trump's visit

Rediff.com23 Feb 2020

Security agencies are also working in close coordination with the US Secret Service, officials said. In Ahmedabad, over 10,000 policemen from different parts of Gujarat have been deployed at strategic locations as part of the elaborate security arrangements, officials said.

It's all about women power! Anti-Trump protests go global

It's all about women power! Anti-Trump protests go global

Rediff.com22 Jan 2017

Wearing pink, pointy-eared hats to mock the new US president, throngs of protesters descended on the US capital and other cities around the globe to show Donald Trump they won't be silent over the next four years.

How a techie became a popular wedding photographer

How a techie became a popular wedding photographer

Rediff.com4 Apr 2018

Manvi Gandotra's journey will inspire you all.

Rev up your engines. F1 season's here!

Rev up your engines. F1 season's here!

Rediff.com13 Mar 2019

Mercedes set for proper fight with Ferrari in Melbourne

Trump arrives in London on maiden visit to UK

Trump arrives in London on maiden visit to UK

Rediff.com12 Jul 2018

The US president's four-day tour will feature talks with British PM Theresa May, tea with the Queen, and mass protests including a giant Trump baby blimp being flown over Westminster.

Mercedes dominant at Australia F1 Grand Prix practice

Mercedes dominant at Australia F1 Grand Prix practice

Rediff.com13 Mar 2015

Mercedes opened their Formula One season by dominating practice at the Australian Grand Prix on Friday, with Nico Rosberg edging his world champion team mate Lewis Hamilton in both sessions at Albert Park.

From Noida to Gurugram: The life of a working girl

From Noida to Gurugram: The life of a working girl

Rediff.com12 Sep 2016

A perfectly posh city girl now commutes by local transport to reach her office.

Kerala turns into war zone after women's entry into Sabarimala

Kerala turns into war zone after women's entry into Sabarimala

Rediff.com3 Jan 2019

Kerala Union of Working Journalists decided to boycott the press meets called by the BJP after saffron party workers attacked mediapersons.

16 shows to watch during the lockdown

16 shows to watch during the lockdown

Rediff.com19 Apr 2020

Nikita Puri lists the best shows and films to watch online as you ace social distancing.

PHOTOS: The incredibly ODD world we live in

PHOTOS: The incredibly ODD world we live in

Rediff.com12 Feb 2015

These 10 images show that we live in a bizarre world

Sports Shorts: Sindhu, Saina in Asia badminton quarter-finals

Sports Shorts: Sindhu, Saina in Asia badminton quarter-finals

Rediff.com25 Apr 2019

Summary of sports events and persons who made news on Thursday.

The odd, crazy world we live in

The odd, crazy world we live in

Rediff.com9 Dec 2015

Here is your weekly digest of the odd moments from around the world

Police patrols beefed up at Rio Games as security concerns mount

Police patrols beefed up at Rio Games as security concerns mount

Rediff.com11 Aug 2016

Rio Olympics organizers stepped up police patrols on Wednesday as security concerns mounted over the threat posed by street violence, with a Games bus being hit by stones and a security patrol coming under fire near Rio's international airport.

The new revolution that is transforming America

The new revolution that is transforming America

Rediff.com23 Sep 2015

The US is still a place for innovation and entrepreneurship, and it is good to see Indian Americans and immigrants contributing to this in a major way, says K V Seshasayee who visited the US after four years and found the gloom had dissipated.

After USA, Indian racially abused in New Zealand

After USA, Indian racially abused in New Zealand

Rediff.com6 Mar 2017

"I don't know what to do, it really hurts my heart," said Narindervir Singh after he was told to go back to his own country.

Mumbai escapes unhurt as Nisarga batters nearby areas

Mumbai escapes unhurt as Nisarga batters nearby areas

Rediff.com3 Jun 2020

A 58-year-old man died after a power transformer fell on him in Raigad district. 2 people died and 3 were injured in two separate cyclone-related incidents in Pune.

One more Covid-19 death takes toll to 10; cases cross 500

One more Covid-19 death takes toll to 10; cases cross 500

Rediff.com24 Mar 2020

As 32 states and Union Territories imposed complete lockdown till March 31, the Centre asked them to clamp curfew wherever necessary in the wake of people defying lockdown orders.

Imran Khan must do more about Kashmir: Afridi

Imran Khan must do more about Kashmir: Afridi

Rediff.com29 Apr 2019

'So much resources go into guarding this territory. So much goes into policing the Line of Control. So many mouths can get fed, so many minds can be nourished, if India and Pakistan resolve the Kashmir issue through a Kashmiri-owned, Kashmiri-led peace process'

They sit there, stoic, implacable, defiant

They sit there, stoic, implacable, defiant

Rediff.com2 Jan 2020

It is a sight that both warms and breaks the heart. The women of Shaheen Bagh seem oblivious of the cold, these women and their children, the latter ranging in age from 19 days to early teens, who have been occupying the road for over two weeks now. Some of them have not gone home for days, but their faces are clear, unlined by fatigue, their eyes bright and fierce as those of the falcon, shaheen, the area is named for.

Why multi-millionaire Neel Kashkari posed as a homeless man

Why multi-millionaire Neel Kashkari posed as a homeless man

Rediff.com1 Sep 2014

It's jobs and not more welfare that people want, says Republican gubernatorial challenger Neel Tushar Kashkari, who posed as a homeless job seeker for 7 days. Aziz Haniffa reports

'Lone' Munich shooter kills nine in mall rampage, commits suicide

'Lone' Munich shooter kills nine in mall rampage, commits suicide

Rediff.com23 Jul 2016

The pistol-wielding attacker, identified by Munich Police Chief Hubertus Andrae as a dual national, was later found dead of an apparent self-inflicted gunshot wound to his head.

5 reasons to love your auto rickshaw rides in Delhi

5 reasons to love your auto rickshaw rides in Delhi

Rediff.com20 Oct 2015

A tribute to all the Delhi auto rickshaws and autowalas we come across everyday!

6 things we do every day that are illegal

6 things we do every day that are illegal

Rediff.com18 Sep 2014

Did you know you've already broken the law without realising it?

Dealing with Coronavirus with patience and humour

Dealing with Coronavirus with patience and humour

Rediff.com6 Mar 2020

Endearing moments of family time, impromptu singing sessions, ping-pong games on dinner tables and a constant stream of online humour provide a much-needed salve of hope and sanity in this time of distress.

Aman eyes Mumbai/Delhi for urban hotel

Aman eyes Mumbai/Delhi for urban hotel

Rediff.com22 Sep 2018

'We have never compromised on the location of properties and that won't change.'

Looking for a new camera? Read this first

Looking for a new camera? Read this first

Rediff.com15 May 2018

Here are a few cameras that will help you bring home the memories With holidays around the corner, travelling to exotic places is on our minds, says Abhik Sen

PHOTOS: Inside the deadly world of Ebola

PHOTOS: Inside the deadly world of Ebola

Rediff.com29 Oct 2014

West Africa is in the midst of the worst Ebola outbreak in history. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention estimates that some 9,000 people have contracted the disease so far. Heath officials put the death toll at around 4,500, meaning that one in two people who get Ebola in this outbreak die. The odds are not good.