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Songs of Paradise Review: A Singer's Story

Songs of Paradise Review: A Singer's Story

Rediff.com29 Aug 2025

Songs Of Paradise is the story of a female achiever that needed to be told, just as her songs of love and longing deserve to be rediscovered and shared with music aficionados, observes Deepa Gahlot.

Dhoni Or Rohit? Who Is India's Most Successful T20 Captain?

Dhoni Or Rohit? Who Is India's Most Successful T20 Captain?

Rediff.com29 Aug 2025

Rohit Sharma holds the record for leading India to the most victories in T20 Internationals.

Suresh Raina retires from IPL and domestic cricket

Suresh Raina retires from IPL and domestic cricket

Rediff.com6 Sep 2022

Suresh Raina has announced his retirement from all forms of cricket on Tuesday.

Kishtwar tragedy: A father searches for his daughter

Kishtwar tragedy: A father searches for his daughter

Rediff.com14 Aug 2025

A father searches for his missing daughter after a devastating cloudburst in Kishtwar, Jammu and Kashmir, which killed dozens and left many others untraced.

WCL 2025: India boycott semifinal against Pakistan!

WCL 2025: India boycott semifinal against Pakistan!

Rediff.com30 Jul 2025

India have refused to play against arch-rivals Pakistan in the semifinals of the World Championship of Legends in Birmingham on Thursday, citing the nation's stand against any bilateral sporting ties with the neighbouring country after the gruesome Pahalagam terror attack.

'Mobs Love Seeing People Fall'

'Mobs Love Seeing People Fall'

Rediff.com17 Apr 2025

'I am not 100 percent okay even now. Have to give it my all because many livelihoods depend on my work.'

The Best Performing Players In IPLs...

The Best Performing Players In IPLs...

Rediff.com16 Apr 2025

Srinivas Bhogle and Purnendu Maji present Rediff's three best performing players in all the 17 IPLs (2008-2024).

Sachin, Sourav, Dhoni, Raina at Lord's

Sachin, Sourav, Dhoni, Raina at Lord's

Rediff.com15 Jul 2022

Also present: Ravi Shastri and Harbhajan Singh.

Ranveer Allahbadia, Apoorva Makhija questioned by NCW

Ranveer Allahbadia, Apoorva Makhija questioned by NCW

Rediff.com6 Mar 2025

Social media personalities Ranveer Allahbadia and Apoorva Mukhija appeared before the National Commission for Women over derogatory remarks made on comic Samay Raina's show "India's Got Latent." Producers of the show, Saurabh Bothra and Tushar Poojari, as well as lawyers representing comic Jaspreet Singh and YouTuber Ashish Chanchlani, also appeared before the commission. The NCW had summoned them after taking serious note of the vulgar and offensive remarks made on the show. Several FIRs were lodged against Allahbadia for comments on parents and sex, though the Supreme Court has granted him interim protection from arrest.

Gill has Rohit's fire and Virat's grit: Gavaskar

Gill has Rohit's fire and Virat's grit: Gavaskar

Rediff.com16 May 2025

Gujarat Titans skipper Gill is expected to captain India on the Test tour of England following the retirement of Rohit Sharma. Rishabh Pant is likely to be his deputy.

Suresh Raina's birthday pledge

Suresh Raina's birthday pledge

Rediff.com23 Nov 2020

Suresh Raina to build sanitation, drinking water facilities at 34 schools

New Delhi Times: The Movie You Simply *Must* Watch

New Delhi Times: The Movie You Simply *Must* Watch

Rediff.com6 Aug 2025

By today's standards, when the cynicism about the corrupt system is rampant, New Delhi Times seems mild. But it was upsetting enough to have problems with film distributors. Even television refused to run it. Deepa Gahlot re-introduces you to this 1986 classic.

Asia Cup: Meet The Record Breakers!

Asia Cup: Meet The Record Breakers!

Rediff.com2 Sep 2025

Who has scored the most runs in Asia Cup? Who has taken the most wickets?

'Kashmir Just Went Back By 20 Years'

'Kashmir Just Went Back By 20 Years'

Rediff.com26 Apr 2025

'Tourism will get hit. Thousands of lives will suffer. Businesses will shut down.'

SC allows Ranveer Allahbadia to get back passport

SC allows Ranveer Allahbadia to get back passport

Rediff.com28 Apr 2025

The Supreme Court has allowed podcaster Ranveer Allahbadia to travel abroad after the Assam and Maharashtra governments said the investigation against him was complete. Allahbadia, known as BeerBiceps, was booked for his comments on parents and sex on comic Samay Raina's YouTube show "India's Got Latent".

Sara, Rakul, Malaika's Glamorous Night Out

Sara, Rakul, Malaika's Glamorous Night Out

Rediff.com17 Apr 2025

The GlobalSpa Awards 2025 saw film folk bring glamour and style to the red carpet.

Pak bans legends from WCL after India refuses to play

Pak bans legends from WCL after India refuses to play

Rediff.com3 Aug 2025

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) on Sunday announced a blanket ban on its players' participation in future editions of the World Championship of Legends (WCL), accusing the tournament organisers of being "biased" and lacking sporting integrity.

Who should open with Rohit in Champions Trophy?

Who should open with Rohit in Champions Trophy?

Rediff.com4 Feb 2025

'I think Rohit should play aggressively. You saw how he batted in the ODI World Cup -- he was attacking even in the final. So, I believe his approach will remain the same.'

Kankhajura Review: Tepid Thriller

Kankhajura Review: Tepid Thriller

Rediff.com30 May 2025

Kankhajura could have been so much better given its initial promise, observes Mayur Sanap

What will be the right playing combos for India in CT?

What will be the right playing combos for India in CT?

Rediff.com20 Jan 2025

Raina also laid emphasis on how Kuldeep Yadav could be a lynchpin in India's success.

Ranveer Allahbadia untraceable; phone switched off, home locked

Ranveer Allahbadia untraceable; phone switched off, home locked

Rediff.com15 Feb 2025

The official said the Khar police have been unable to contact Allahbadia, popular on YouTube for his 'BeerBiceps' channel, as his phone is switched off.

Ranveer Allahbadia moves SC amid 'India's Got Latent' controversy

Ranveer Allahbadia moves SC amid 'India's Got Latent' controversy

Rediff.com14 Feb 2025

Podcaster Allahbadia's remarks on parents and sex on comedian Samay Raina's YouTube show India's Got Latent triggered a controversy and several FIRs have been lodged against him and others in various parts of the country.

Dhoni and Raina, buddies again!

Dhoni and Raina, buddies again!

Rediff.com1 Apr 2021

Raina shared a picture with Dhoni, declaring significantly, 'Not always eye to eye, but always heart to heart!'

Ranveer Allahbadia continuously out of contact: Police

Ranveer Allahbadia continuously out of contact: Police

Rediff.com18 Feb 2025

Podcaster Allahbadia's remarks on parents and sex on comedian Samay Raina's YouTube show 'India's Got Latent' triggered a controversy and several FIRs have been lodged against him and others in various parts of the country.

Will maintain decency in shows, podcaster Allahbadia tells SC

Will maintain decency in shows, podcaster Allahbadia tells SC

Rediff.com1 Apr 2025

Podcaster Ranveer Allahbadia has filed an undertaking in the Supreme Court stating he will maintain decency in his shows. The undertaking was filed after the court allowed him to resume his podcast "The Ranveer Show" on March 3, subject to maintaining "morality and decency." Allahbadia, popularly known as BeerBiceps, was booked for his comments on parents and sex on comic Samay Raina's YouTube show "India's Got Latent." The Supreme Court previously called his comments "vulgar" and said he had a "dirty mind" which put society to shame.

'I was surrounded by bodies': J-K cloudburst survivor recalls horror

'I was surrounded by bodies': J-K cloudburst survivor recalls horror

Rediff.com15 Aug 2025

Nine-year-old Devanshi was among the hundreds of pilgrims who had gathered in Chositi for the last leg of the yatra to Machail Mata temple when tragedy struck on Thursday. Buried under mud and debris when a Maggi-point shop was hit by flash floods, she emerged hours later, rescued by her uncle and other villagers.

'Committed a mistake': Allahbadia tells Maharashtra cops

'Committed a mistake': Allahbadia tells Maharashtra cops

Rediff.com26 Feb 2025

Podcaster Ranveer Allahbadia, whose crass remarks on a YouTube show kicked up a row, has said in his statement before the Maharashtra Cyber that he committed a 'mistake' by making controversial comments, officials said.

Allahbadia, others face more trouble with plaints in Mumbai, FIR in Assam

Allahbadia, others face more trouble with plaints in Mumbai, FIR in Assam

Rediff.com11 Feb 2025

Social media influencer Ranveer Allahbadia and other individuals associated with a YouTube reality show, "India's Got Latent, " face legal trouble after complaints were filed in Mumbai regarding offensive and vulgar content on the show. Two separate complaints, one with the police and another with a city court, were filed by members of the BJP and Congress, respectively. The complaints allege that the show promotes abusive language, vulgarity, and nudity. The YouTuber, with almost 16 million followers, has since apologized for his distasteful comments on parents and sex, which had sparked widespread outrage. The complaints seek action against Allahbadia, show host Samay Raina, fellow YouTuber Ashish Chanchlani, the show's makers, judges, and participants.

Why practice, then back out?: Afridi rips into Indian players

Why practice, then back out?: Afridi rips into Indian players

Rediff.com21 Jul 2025

Afridi's remarks came as organisers confirmed the Indian pullout followed public backlash after the Pahalgam terror attack on April 22- an episode that has now cast a shadow over the tournament.

'SKY could have been the X-factor in Champions Trophy'

'SKY could have been the X-factor in Champions Trophy'

Rediff.com19 Jan 2025

Former India all-rounder Suresh Raina feels middle-order batter Suryakumar Yadav will be sorely missed in the upcoming Champions Trophy, as he could have provided the 'X-factor' in Dubai, where Rohit Sharma's side will play all its matches.

'The Only Writer In India All Fascist Governments Listen To'

'The Only Writer In India All Fascist Governments Listen To'

Rediff.com3 Sep 2025

This was a soaring evening that sent hearts aflutter and for a few brief moments we tasted the breath of pure freedom that has been missing in this country for the past several years.

'Untraceable' Allahbadia posts on X, alleges death threats

'Untraceable' Allahbadia posts on X, alleges death threats

Rediff.com15 Feb 2025

Popular YouTuber Ranveer Allahbadia has apologized for his remark on parents for the second time, saying he feels scared as he and his family are receiving death threats. Allahbadia, one of the most influential podcasters with over 16 million followers across social media platforms, landed in a major controversy over his comment on parents and sex at Samay Raina's comedy show "India's Got Latent." He apologized the next day but the controversy refused to die down with police complaints filed against him and those involved with the show. On Saturday, he issued another apology on X and said he and his team are cooperating with the police and all other authorities.

Skip ICC World Cup, stay out of Olympics: Butt to India

Skip ICC World Cup, stay out of Olympics: Butt to India

Rediff.com22 Jul 2025

What was meant to be a veterans' contest has reignited a familiar debate over politics, patriotism, and the role of sport as diplomatic leverage.

Why Apoorva Mukhija Will Rock The Traitors

Why Apoorva Mukhija Will Rock The Traitors

Rediff.com4 Jun 2025

Apoorva Mukhija aka The Rebel Kid is perfect for a reality game show like The Traitors.

Govt blocks 'India Got Latent' episode with sex remark

Govt blocks 'India Got Latent' episode with sex remark

Rediff.com11 Feb 2025

Allahbadia faced backlash from all quarters after his distasteful comment on parents and sex on comedian Samay Raina's YouTube reality show India's Got Latent went viral on social media on Monday.

CSK pays touching tribute to 'Mr IPL' Raina

CSK pays touching tribute to 'Mr IPL' Raina

Rediff.com6 Sep 2022

Chennai Super Kings took to Twitter to thank the southpaw for his contribution to the team

Jadeja, Only Player In IPL To...

Jadeja, Only Player In IPL To...

Rediff.com29 Mar 2025

Despite being on the losing side, CSK's Ravindra Jadeja achieved a few personal milestones after scoring 25 runs off 19 balls against RCB.

'Pathetic thinking': Singer B Praak cancels podcast with Ranveer Allahbadia

'Pathetic thinking': Singer B Praak cancels podcast with Ranveer Allahbadia

Rediff.com11 Feb 2025

In an Instagram video, Praak on Monday night said: "I was supposed to appear on a podcast, on Beer Biceps, and we cancelled that. Why? Since we are all seeing how pathetic his thinking is. The choice of words that he has used on Samay Raina's show."

Tanvi The Great Review: Overdose Of Sentimentality

Tanvi The Great Review: Overdose Of Sentimentality

Rediff.com18 Jul 2025

The film lurches from one melodramatic situation to another, for nearly 160 minutes, before culminating in an ending that embodies Director Anupam Kher's personal philosophy: Kuch bhi ho sakta hain, notes Mayur Sanap.

'The Ire Was Aimed At Kunal Kamra'

'The Ire Was Aimed At Kunal Kamra'

Rediff.com25 Mar 2025

'Habitat was viewed as the proxy for him and got unjustly targeted.'