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Rashtrapati Bhavan's Mughal Garden is in full bloom

Rashtrapati Bhavan's Mughal Garden is in full bloom

Rediff.com4 Feb 2020

The Mughal Garden will be in full bloom with over 10,000 Tulip bulbs, 138 types of roses and 70 different kinds of about 5,000 seasonal flowers.

Farewell, Astad

Farewell, Astad

Rediff.com11 Dec 2020

'Gone too soon, Astad, but I know whenever we meet in that world beyond, I will watch you dance.' Swarupa Dutt remembers a remarkable human being and a magnificent performer who left the world poorer when he passed into the ages on Thursday.

Deepika is no stranger to hatred

Deepika is no stranger to hatred

Rediff.com31 Jan 2020

'The vitriol against Deepika Padukone, who is a hugely popular star, will fade over time. But let's not forget what caused it,' says Shuma Raha.

'Still in shock after hearing about Labh Janjua's death'

'Still in shock after hearing about Labh Janjua's death'

Rediff.com23 Oct 2015

'A budding career ends before seeing a complete bloom.' Bollywood reacts to Labh Janjua's sudden passing.

London mansion fit for Indian prince goes on sale for 15.5 million

London mansion fit for Indian prince goes on sale for 15.5 million

Rediff.com23 Aug 2020

Prince Victor Albert Jay Duleep Singh's mansion is located in one of south-west Kensington's most sought after residential addresses.

Navy controversy: What is US telling India?

Navy controversy: What is US telling India?

Rediff.com13 Apr 2021

The USS John Paul Jones acted like a dog marking the lamp post, observes Ambassador M K Bhadrakumar.

Padmaavat review: Nothing new to offer

Padmaavat review: Nothing new to offer

Rediff.com24 Jan 2018

'As the film progresses, you tire of the been-there seen-that spectacle.' 'You want a story. You want good dialogue, not the corny words you are hearing.' 'You want an emotional connect. You want a tighter film.' 'Sadly, with Padmaavat, that's not what you get,' says Savera R Someshwar.

Bigg Boss 10: Has Swami Om gone for good?

Bigg Boss 10: Has Swami Om gone for good?

Rediff.com3 Jan 2017

Bigg Boss ordered Manveer to pack Swami Om's bags. Does that signal a surprise eviction, wonders Divya Nair.

New York gunman kills imam and assistant outside mosque in hate attack

New York gunman kills imam and assistant outside mosque in hate attack

Rediff.com14 Aug 2016

Police said Imam Maulama Akonjee and Thara Uddin, 64, were walking home from prayers on Saturday when they were approached from behind by a male and were shot.

Ready for Sherlock's little sister Enola Holmes?

Ready for Sherlock's little sister Enola Holmes?

Rediff.com23 Sep 2020

'There are girls out there who are gonna feel self accepting through this film because she's someone who just wants to live her own life. She's not a particularly selfish person, or reckless, but well thought.'

#ParisFashionWeek: 16 fab looks every girl MUST see

#ParisFashionWeek: 16 fab looks every girl MUST see

Rediff.com4 Oct 2016

Tiered short dress, sailor sleeves, fairy tale gowns -- the show covered it all.

Priyanka, Salman, Akshay celebrate Independence Day

Priyanka, Salman, Akshay celebrate Independence Day

Rediff.com16 Aug 2017

Bollywood celebrated 70 years of Independence by telling us what it means to them, and posting interesting pictures on social media.

At 50, can AIADMK reinvent itself?

At 50, can AIADMK reinvent itself?

Rediff.com15 Oct 2021

The AIADMK's staying power is not in question, but it has to regain the winning streak. That will require its leaders and leadership to re-wire themselves, to be able to re-think situations in ways different from what they had been accustomed to, suggests Sathiya Moorthy.

Photos! What went into making the royal wedding cake

Photos! What went into making the royal wedding cake

Rediff.com21 May 2018

The baker remembers it as 'the dreamiest experience' of her life.

First look: RGV's Killing Veerappan

First look: RGV's Killing Veerappan

Rediff.com24 Apr 2015

A look at the top tweets from your favourite Bollywood celebrities.

Bigg Boss 11: 'I'm not fake...'

Bigg Boss 11: 'I'm not fake...'

Rediff.com28 Dec 2017

'... in the house who cry at the drop of the hat. I can't do such things.' 'I never indulged in dirty games and played with my heart.'

Namaste is the new Hello!

Namaste is the new Hello!

Rediff.com8 Apr 2020

The bear hug in which the Prime Minister loves to smother Western VIPs might strike as theatrical, boastful and, above all, unhygienic, in these stricken times, says Sunanda K Datta-Ray.

10 Life Lessons From Kangana Ranaut

10 Life Lessons From Kangana Ranaut

Rediff.com23 Mar 2017

Happy birthday, Kangana!

The best Will and Kate moments

The best Will and Kate moments

Rediff.com11 Apr 2018

Royal fans from around the world are counting down the days until the arrival of the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge's third child, due in April. Soon, photographers and video crews will head to the Lindo wing at St Mary's Hospital in London for what has become known as the "Great Kate Wait." As we wait for the newest Cambridge arrival, Getty Images photographer Chris Jackson presents some of his most favourite moments with the little royals.

Meet Bollywood's BUSIEST Actresses

Meet Bollywood's BUSIEST Actresses

Rediff.com16 May 2019

There are 12 actresses, who are among Bollywood's busiest, working on multiple films simultaneously. Just who are they?

Veteran British broadcaster David Frost dies at 74

Veteran British broadcaster David Frost dies at 74

Rediff.com1 Sep 2013

Veteran British journalist and broadcaster Sir David Frost, best known for his series of interviews with disgraced United States President Richard Nixon, has died after a suspected heart attack while on board a cruise ship. He was 74.

When Bollywood treated women badly...

When Bollywood treated women badly...

Rediff.com28 Feb 2020

Hindi cinema has not just explored various instances of brute force, but often glorified its misogyny.

When women bond in Bollywood...

When women bond in Bollywood...

Rediff.com31 May 2018

Sukanya Verma glances at the changing faces of women bonding in Hindi movies.

5 Indian forts that are perfect for your dream wedding

5 Indian forts that are perfect for your dream wedding

Rediff.com25 Sep 2019

These forts are what fairy tales are made of.

The visionary who made Indian IT industry global

The visionary who made Indian IT industry global

Rediff.com7 Dec 2020

One should appreciate the sagacity and audacity of JRD and Nani Palkhivala in founding TCS on April 1, 1968. At that time there was no Microsoft or Intel, SAP or Accenture, much less Google.
They needed a person who could build and execute their vision: A frontiersman; a problem solver and an institution builder. It was their and India's good fortune that Faqir Chand Kohli more than measured up to their requirements and indeed laid the foundation to take TCS to unimaginable heights and to the giant success that it is today. Shivanand Kanavi salutes the incomparable F C Kohli, who passed into the ages last week.

7 things you must know about Nick Jonas

7 things you must know about Nick Jonas

Rediff.com3 Aug 2018

... He is 11 years younger... makes more money than her...

PHOTOS: The life and times of the glamorous Sania Mirza

PHOTOS: The life and times of the glamorous Sania Mirza

Rediff.com26 Jun 2015

She has spunk, confidence, some naughtiness and lots of style. Meet Sania Mirza, off-court

Review: Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle is FUN!

Review: Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle is FUN!

Rediff.com29 Dec 2017

The new Jumanji can easily be enjoyed by those unfamiliar with the original, feels Sukanya Verma.

Trump asks all Americans to wear masks as US COVID-19 toll soars

Trump asks all Americans to wear masks as US COVID-19 toll soars

Rediff.com4 Apr 2020

In just one day, more than 1,550 Americans lost their lives, taking the fatalities to over 7,380. Overall, the US on Friday in a single day added more than 33,000 new COVID-19 cases, taking the total to 276,500, the highest for any country in the world.

Vote: The hottest showstopper of 2016

Vote: The hottest showstopper of 2016

Rediff.com20 Dec 2016

Deepika, Kangana, Shilpa or Fawad Khan? Vote for your favourite.

Now, Vasundhara wants to be aam-aadmi's CM

Now, Vasundhara wants to be aam-aadmi's CM

Rediff.com2 Jan 2014

The winds of change are blowing fast in Indian politics. Not only is the power shifting to newer players, but so is the style of governance.

Sports Shorts: Usha becomes AAA's Athletes Commission member

Sports Shorts: Usha becomes AAA's Athletes Commission member

Rediff.com13 Aug 2019

Summary of sports events and persons who made news on Tuesday

Sai's Take: A political Mahabharatam

Sai's Take: A political Mahabharatam

Rediff.com8 May 2019

Is there a likeness between the characters from Ved Vyas's timeless epic and those prancing about on the political proscenium? Saisuresh Sivaswamy finds out.

Has India sent a winner to Miss Grand International?

Has India sent a winner to Miss Grand International?

Rediff.com19 Oct 2016

Pankhuri Gidwani's beautiful smile, toned body and kind nature will win your heart!

Nagesh Kukunoor's Dhanak makes waves in Berlin

Nagesh Kukunoor's Dhanak makes waves in Berlin

Rediff.com13 Feb 2015

'The biggest disappointment at the Berlinale is the very small representation of Indian films.'

Sai's Take: Priyanka was right in running away

Sai's Take: Priyanka was right in running away

Rediff.com26 Apr 2019

'Priyanka Gandhi, it was obvious to everyone but the inner circle, would have only served as a sacrificial lamb in this high-octane contest, the Modi juggernaut would have simply trundled over her and whatever ill-hatched plans the Congress had in mind,' says Saisuresh Sivaswamy.

Orchha: Where monuments speak

Orchha: Where monuments speak

Rediff.com30 Jan 2015

Orchha in Madhya Pradesh is among the many, many places in India where history comes alive. Lakshmi Sharath recollects her recent visit to the former princely state in Bundelkhand.

Guess who Asia's SEXIEST actress is

Guess who Asia's SEXIEST actress is

Rediff.com7 Dec 2018

Deepika, Priyanka, Alia, Mahira...

10 Times Sara Ali Khan bowled us over

10 Times Sara Ali Khan bowled us over

Rediff.com4 Dec 2018

And Sara has not even made her debut yet!

Drape with attitude

Drape with attitude

Rediff.com20 Jun 2015

With the "#100sareepact" trending, saris have come back into focus as a garment that is contemporary yet comfortable. Ritika Bhatia identifies four labels leading the funky revolution.