News for 'Rahman'

Rahman wins Golden Globe nomination for 127 Hours

Rahman wins Golden Globe nomination for 127 Hours

Rediff.com14 Dec 2010

The 44-year-old singer-composer had won his first Golden Globe in 2009 in the same category for Slumdog Millionaire, the Mumbai-based potboiler, which was again directed by British filmmaker Boyle.

Hyderabad woman found starving in US, mother seeks help

Hyderabad woman found starving in US, mother seeks help

Rediff.com27 Jul 2023

In a letter that was posted on the Twitter page of Bharat Rashtra Samithi leader Khaleequr Rahman, the woman said her daughter Syeda Lulu Minhaj Zaidi went to the USA to pursue MS from TRINE University, Detroit in August 2021.

Nearly 650 people killed in Bangladesh violence: UN report

Nearly 650 people killed in Bangladesh violence: UN report

Rediff.com17 Aug 2024

Nearly 650 people have been killed in the recent unrest in Bangladesh between July 16 and August 11, the United Nations Human Rights Office has said in a preliminary report, suggesting a thorough, impartial and transparent investigation into reports of extrajudicial killings, arbitrary arrests and detentions.

New Zealand wary of threat posed by Afghan bowlers

New Zealand wary of threat posed by Afghan bowlers

Rediff.com7 Jun 2024

Afghanistan boast of an arsenal of high-class spinners including skipper Rashid Khan and Mujeeb ur Rahman and Noor Ahmad.

How Afghanistan reigned in Kingstown to make WC semis

How Afghanistan reigned in Kingstown to make WC semis

Rediff.com25 Jun 2024

Naveen delivered the coup de grace in the penultimate over by bowling Taskin Ahmed and trapping Mustafizur Rahman in front off consecutive balls, triggering tearful celebrations from his team mates.

Mohammad Yunus: The Nobel laureate Prof who will head new Bangladesh govt

Mohammad Yunus: The Nobel laureate Prof who will head new Bangladesh govt

Rediff.com7 Aug 2024

Life has come full circle for Nobel laureate Professor Mohammad Yunus, who faced persecution during Sheikh Hasina's regime for embezzlement, is now all set to head of the interim government in Bangladesh after she resigned and fled the country.

Yunus reaches out to Bangladeshi Hindus, assures action

Yunus reaches out to Bangladeshi Hindus, assures action

Rediff.com13 Aug 2024

Muhammad Yunus urged the people to "exercise patience" before judging his government's role.

T20 WC: England, Afghanistan look to set early pace

T20 WC: England, Afghanistan look to set early pace

Rediff.com3 Jun 2024

England will be keen to overcome a lack of ideal preparation due to rain and hit the ground running when they face Scotland in their T20 World Cup opener

Are tickets for Rahman's world tour too steep?

Are tickets for Rahman's world tour too steep?

Rediff.com24 Jun 2010

Some of the promoters who had reportedly paid anything between $500, 000 to $1 million for each show were upset that tickets were not moving fast enough.

A R Rahman to judge music show

A R Rahman to judge music show

Rediff.com3 May 2007

The winning band will then cut an album at Rahman's recording studio.

CSK Vs DC: Who Took The Best Catch?

CSK Vs DC: Who Took The Best Catch?

Rediff.com1 Apr 2024

Matheesha Pathirana's stunning diving catch to dismiss David Warner had everyone stand up and take notice.

'The Titan Flies Away Into The Ages'

'The Titan Flies Away Into The Ages'

Rediff.com10 Oct 2024

'Some icons are living textbooks, teaching us about leadership, success, and legacy. Extraordinary yet human and approachable, they inspire and guide us.' 'India has lost a true son and champion.'

Can Bangladesh Become A Secular Nation?

Can Bangladesh Become A Secular Nation?

Rediff.com16 Aug 2024

Pakistan wanted to be constitutionally communal, India wanted to be secular but is communalising itself. All three nations share a penal code, but they have amended their laws to enable the State to specifically target minorities, points out Aakar Patel.

Rahman is headline act at famed Sydney Festival

Rahman is headline act at famed Sydney Festival

Rediff.com12 Nov 2009

Rahman's two-and-a-half hour free and exclusive music-dance performance will include over 40 Bollywood dancers, singers, and musicians at outdoor Parramatta Park near Sydney.

Rishabh Pant shakes off rust, eyes World Cup comeback

Rishabh Pant shakes off rust, eyes World Cup comeback

Rediff.com29 Mar 2024

Pant made 18 in his first outing since that accident against Punjab Kings and Delhi succumbed to their second successive defeat on Thursday when inaugural champions Rajasthan Royals beat them by 12 runs.

A R Rahman's Tamil album gets global premiere

A R Rahman's Tamil album gets global premiere

Rediff.com7 Jan 2010

The album in question is the soundtrack to Vinnaithaandi Varuvaayaa directed by Gowtham Menon.

Key Dawood aide Fazl-ur-Rahman arrested

Key Dawood aide Fazl-ur-Rahman arrested

Rediff.com7 Aug 2006

A team of the Delhi police's special branch arrested him on Sunday evening between Sanoli and Gorakhpur.

Spotted: AR Rahman in Michigan

Spotted: AR Rahman in Michigan

Rediff.com10 May 2007

Reader Ajai A caught the music maestro on a 2006 tour.

CSK vs KKR: Who Bowled The Best Spell?

CSK vs KKR: Who Bowled The Best Spell?

Rediff.com9 Apr 2024

Jadeja, Deshpande, Fizz were CSK's stars on Monday.

Rahman nominated for yet another award

Rahman nominated for yet another award

Rediff.com5 Feb 2010

The musician has been nominated for excellence in musical scoring by the International Film Music Critics Association for his work in Couples Retreat.

Review: Rahman does well in Lekar Hum Deewana Dil's music

Review: Rahman does well in Lekar Hum Deewana Dil's music

Rediff.com14 Jun 2014

Though not memorable, Lekar Hum Deewana Dil can't be dismissed either, writes Joginder Tuteja.

Raavan: Rahman-Ratnam combo never fails!

Raavan: Rahman-Ratnam combo never fails!

Rediff.com26 Apr 2010

Rahman stays true to the element of Ratnam's vision as there's never any attempt to show off or introduce unnecessary elements.

IPL: Clash of new captains as CSK take on Gujarat Titans

IPL: Clash of new captains as CSK take on Gujarat Titans

Rediff.com25 Mar 2024

Defending champions Chennai Super Kings clash against Gujarat Titans in a repeat of last season's final in the IPL 2024 match in Chennai on Tuesday.

German orchestra to play Rahman's music in 5 cities

German orchestra to play Rahman's music in 5 cities

Rediff.com5 Jan 2012

The 100-member strong musical alliance between the German film orchestra and students of Rahman's KM Music Conservatory, Chennai will perform together.

11 Best Spells of IPL 2024

11 Best Spells of IPL 2024

Rediff.com21 May 2024

A look at the XI Best Spells of the league stages of IPL 2024.

IPL 2024: CSK vs RCB: The Best Catches!

IPL 2024: CSK vs RCB: The Best Catches!

Rediff.com23 Mar 2024

A look at the best catches of the match.

What Rahman has in store for the world

What Rahman has in store for the world

Rediff.com20 Apr 2010

Rahman's Jai Ho: the Journey Home tour will take him to America, Canada and Europe.

AR Rahman's CWG theme song tweaked

AR Rahman's CWG theme song tweaked

Rediff.com17 Sep 2010

Amid criticism that it failed to meet the expectations of the people, the theme song of the Commonwealth Games composed by A R Rahman has been tweaked a bit to make it peppier like the popular Bollywood number 'Chak de'.

Look out world, here comes Rahman!

Look out world, here comes Rahman!

Rediff.com4 Mar 2010

The musician is having Jai Ho concerts in 16 world cities.

Family offices surge to 300 since 2018 on Tier-II,-III push

Family offices surge to 300 since 2018 on Tier-II,-III push

Rediff.com4 Jul 2024

Thanks to a booming market, India now has more than 300 family offices, up from 45 in 2018, according to a PwC report. The number is expected to grow rapidly, with promoters establishing more businesses in Tier-II and Tier-III cities. Family businesses play a crucial role in India's booming economy, spanning manufacturing, retail, real estate, healthcare, and finance.

Rahman guides Bangladesh to victory over Zimbabwe

Rahman guides Bangladesh to victory over Zimbabwe

Rediff.com29 Apr 2013

Ziaur Rahman led the Bangladesh attack with four wickets as they completed a 143-run win over Zimbabwe on Monday to draw the two-match series 1-1 and gain revenge for their mauling in the first Test.

A R Rahman perfroms at the Oscars

A R Rahman perfroms at the Oscars

Rediff.com27 Feb 2012

Here's what your favourite celebrities are tweeting.

Rahman's world tour gets rousing welcome

Rahman's world tour gets rousing welcome

Rediff.com14 Jun 2010

Piling up one exciting show biz piece after another, and unfolding against dazzling, fast changing backgrounds, with over a dozen dancers and acrobats adding additional thrills, the A.R. Rahman Jai Ho Concert: The Journey Home World Tour got on to a rousing start in New York on Friday, continued in Atlantic City the next day, and arrived in DC-Virginia on Sunday.

Rahman Khan backs reservation for backward Muslims

Rahman Khan backs reservation for backward Muslims

Rediff.com30 Oct 2012

New Minority Affairs Minister K Rahman Khan strongly favours reservation for backward Muslims as well as for Dalits among Christians and Muslims notwithstanding the Supreme Court's observation on the sub-quota issue.

Is Kargil 2.0 In the Offing?

Is Kargil 2.0 In the Offing?

Rediff.com5 Aug 2024

Pakistan may want to undertake a 'false flag' operation in J&K to divert attention from the situation in Balochistan and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa but infiltrating one SSG battalion into J&K and having two SSG battalions waiting to follow suit means war, which Pakistan cannot afford in its current economic crisis, notes Lieutenant General Prakash Katoch (retd).

Honorary doctorate for A R Rahman

Honorary doctorate for A R Rahman

Rediff.com26 May 2009

The Aligarh Muslim University will confer the honour on June 7.

Rahul Or Dhoni? Who Batted Best? Vote!

Rahul Or Dhoni? Who Batted Best? Vote!

Rediff.com20 Apr 2024

Does Rahul get your vote? Or did you prefer Dhoni's cameo?

President watches Slumdog Millionaire with Rahman

President watches Slumdog Millionaire with Rahman

Rediff.com3 Aug 2009

President Pratibha Patil, Vice President Hamid Ansari, music director A R Rahman and noted lyricist Gulzar on Sunday watched the Oscar-winning movie Slumdog Millionaire at the Rashtrapati Bhavan auditorium in New Delhi. Oscar awardee Resul Pookuty and Vikas Swarup, on whose novel Q and A the movie is based, also attended the screening. According to a Rashtrapati Bhavan spokesperson, the two-hour-long special screening was exclusively organised for the President.

T20 World Cup: West Indies, Afghanistan in battle for supremacy

T20 World Cup: West Indies, Afghanistan in battle for supremacy

Rediff.com17 Jun 2024

Hosts West Indies and Afghanistan will indulge in a battle of one upmanship and strive to gain momentum for the Super Eight stage.