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'Rasika Is The Female Shah Rukh Khan'

'Rasika Is The Female Shah Rukh Khan'

Rediff.com4 Oct 2025

'On the editing table, we would be salivating on how she maintains her continuity to perfection on each take.' 'I have seen this with Shah Rukh sir and I observed the same level of precision with Rasika.'

'Ambulance before pizza': Delhi CM launches 11 CATS ambulances

'Ambulance before pizza': Delhi CM launches 11 CATS ambulances

Rediff.com26 Sep 2025

Delhi launches new ambulances, an organ donation portal, and other healthcare initiatives to improve emergency response and access to medical services.

Vidit stunned, Arjun held in Chennai Grandmasters

Vidit stunned, Arjun held in Chennai Grandmasters

Rediff.com8 Aug 2025

Top-seeded Indian Arjun Erigaisi was held to a draw by Dutch Grandmaster Jorden van Foreest, while Vidit Gujrathi suffered a shock defeat to American Ray Robson in the second round of Chennai Grandmasters Chess tournament on Friday.

The 'Bad Girl' Returns To Films

The 'Bad Girl' Returns To Films

Rediff.com25 Sep 2025

'If I had the chance now, I would have continued acting.' 'The cultures of Maharashtra and Bengal are different and I felt I had to give my best to be a good daughter-in-law and an ideal wife.' 'I never thought I could balance both.'

Chennai Grand Masters: Arjun Erigaisi set for Keymer test

Chennai Grand Masters: Arjun Erigaisi set for Keymer test

Rediff.com11 Aug 2025

German GM Vincent Keymer stayed firmly in command of the Quantbox Chennai Grand Masters 2025 after holding India's GM Vidit Gujrathi to a second straight draw in Round 5 on Monday.

'My Father Bimal Roy's Time Has Come'

'My Father Bimal Roy's Time Has Come'

Rediff.com3 Sep 2025

'When you are a pioneer and someone who's put on a pedestal, but then the pedestal gets dusty, people don't look at the statue anymore.' 'They would say, 'Yes, yes, of course I know Bimal Roy. He made Do Bigha Zamin.'.'

How would India become Vishwaguru if...: Sonam Wangchuk's wife

How would India become Vishwaguru if...: Sonam Wangchuk's wife

Rediff.com30 Sep 2025

Talking to reporters in New Delhi, Angmo challenged authorities to an open debate on the allegations, including those suggesting links to Pakistan, and said neither she has been able to contact Wangchuk nor has she been provided with formal documents detailing the charges against him by the administration.

Chennai Grand Masters: Nihal Sarin shocks Arjun Erigaisi

Chennai Grand Masters: Nihal Sarin shocks Arjun Erigaisi

Rediff.com10 Aug 2025

Nihal Sarin lit up Round 4 of the Quantbox Chennai Grand Masters 2025 with a hard-fought win over compatriot Arjun Erigaisi

4 Simple Habits For Sound Sleep, Energy

4 Simple Habits For Sound Sleep, Energy

Rediff.com16 Sep 2025

'No matter how exhausted you feel, going to bed at your usual time reinforces the body's rhythm.'

Erigaisi opens Chennai Grandmasters campaign with win

Erigaisi opens Chennai Grandmasters campaign with win

Rediff.com7 Aug 2025

India's Arjun Erigaisi delivered a commanding performance against American Awonder Liang, while compatriot Nihal Sarin lost to Germany's Vincent Keymer in the opening round of the Chennai Grandmasters Chess tournament on Thursday.

'Baby, I love you': Delhi baba's lewd texts revealed in FIR

'Baby, I love you': Delhi baba's lewd texts revealed in FIR

Rediff.com25 Sep 2025

Female students of Sri Sharada Institute of Indian Management, Delhi were allegedly forced to visit the quarter of self-styled godman Swami Chaitanyananda Saraswati late at night and one of them was even forced to change her name, the FIR filed against him read.

The Amjad Khan You Never Knew

The Amjad Khan You Never Knew

Rediff.com14 Aug 2025

'The second Sunday after Sholay's release, Amjad and Shehla had taken Shadaab to Juhu beach. They were strolling leisurely when, to Shehla's shock, he suddenly picked up their son, grabbed her hand and pulled her along, urging her to run. They raced towards their car and had just managed to get in and lock the doors when all hell broke loose. Hundreds started banging on the car, shouting, 'Gabbar Singh bahar niklo!''

Pranesh bags Challengers title in Chennai

Pranesh bags Challengers title in Chennai

Rediff.com15 Aug 2025

M Pranesh bagged the Challengers crown despite losing to IM G B Harshavardhan in the final round at the Quantbox Chennai Grand Masters.

Rahul offers water, seat in jeep to injured cop during Voter Adhikar Yatra

Rahul offers water, seat in jeep to injured cop during Voter Adhikar Yatra

Rediff.com19 Aug 2025

A police constable sustained injuries after falling near Congress leader Rahul Gandhi's vehicle during the Voter Adhikar Yatra in Nawada, Bihar. The incident sparked political reactions and accusations.

Chennai GM: Vidit outclassed; Keymer stretches lead

Chennai GM: Vidit outclassed; Keymer stretches lead

Rediff.com13 Aug 2025

Karthikeyan upsets Vidit Gujrathi, Vincent Keymer edges closer to maiden title at Chennai Grand Masters.

Will Language Politics Help Didi Win 4th Term?

Will Language Politics Help Didi Win 4th Term?

Rediff.com14 Aug 2025

Will Mamata's bhasha andolan campaign sway Bengal's bhadralok before the 2026 election in the TMC's favour?

Manchester City have injury concern ahead of season

Manchester City have injury concern ahead of season

Rediff.com9 Aug 2025

Rodri only made return to competitive action in May after eight months out of action due to a ruptured anterior cruciate ligament.

'Corruption Is No Longer A Bad Word'

'Corruption Is No Longer A Bad Word'

Rediff.com5 Aug 2025

'When India opened its doors to the world, moving away from an agrarian to a market economy, everything, whether life or love, was commodified.'

Neeru strikes trap gold; India sweep women's junior event

Neeru strikes trap gold; India sweep women's junior event

Rediff.com25 Aug 2025

National Games champion Neeru Dhanda experienced one of her finest days in the sport en route to winning the women's trap gold medal at the Asian Shooting Championship.

Chennai GM: Keymer holds Erigaisi, stays in lead

Chennai GM: Keymer holds Erigaisi, stays in lead

Rediff.com12 Aug 2025

Vincent Keymer, Arjun Erigaisi play out draw, Awonder beats Pranav in wonderkid clash

Freestyle chess: Arjun into semis, Praggnanandhaa out

Freestyle chess: Arjun into semis, Praggnanandhaa out

Rediff.com18 Jul 2025

Arjun prevailed over Abdusattorov 1.5-0.5 while Praggnanandhaa lost an intense battle 3-4 against Caruana.

Case of a missing 'degree': Lenskart's weird problem

Case of a missing 'degree': Lenskart's weird problem

Rediff.com30 Jul 2025

In a surprising disclosure, eyewear giant Lenskart Solutions has revealed that Sumeet Kapahi, one of its co-founders and promoters, has been unable to locate copies of his Bachelor of Commerce (Honours) degree and marksheets from the University of Delhi. The revelation was made in the company's draft red herring prospectus (DRHP) filed with markets regulator Sebi as part of its proposed initial public offering (IPO).

Historic first: Indian NGO 'Educate Girls' wins Magsaysay award

Historic first: Indian NGO 'Educate Girls' wins Magsaysay award

Rediff.com31 Aug 2025

Indian non-profit 'Educate Girls' wins the Ramon Magsaysay Award for its work in educating out-of-school girls in remote villages. The award recognizes selfless service to the peoples of Asia.

Freestyle Chess: Praggnanandhaa stuns World No 1 Carlsen

Freestyle Chess: Praggnanandhaa stuns World No 1 Carlsen

Rediff.com17 Jul 2025

Grandmaster R Praggnanandhaa took down World No 1 Magnus Carlsen to advance to the top-bracket quarter-finals along with Arjun Erigaisi at the Freestyle Grand Slam Tour.

Smith ruled out of West Indies clash

Smith ruled out of West Indies clash

Rediff.com15 Jun 2025

Steve Smith will miss Australia's first Test against the West Indies in Barbados later this month

US tariffs threaten to derail India's affordable housing market recovery

US tariffs threaten to derail India's affordable housing market recovery

Rediff.com12 Aug 2025

The US's recent 50 per cent tariff on Indian exports will have a trickledown effect on India's affordable housing, potentially derailing demand as well as supply in this segment, according to experts. Pointing to worker incomes and jobs in micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs), and small and medium enterprises (SMEs) that typically make up majority of the customer base of affordable housing, would take a hit in the near terms due to the tariff change, further crippling India's affordable housing sector, already reeling from the impact of the Covid-19 pandemic.

79 years, countless memories: India's cricket story

79 years, countless memories: India's cricket story

Rediff.com14 Aug 2025

India's cricketing journey post-independence is a saga of triumphs! From iconic World Cup wins to unforgettable Test series victories, the nation's passion for cricket shines through.

How Do You Parent A Mini Adult?

How Do You Parent A Mini Adult?

Rediff.com13 Aug 2025

As the digital age turns children into informed, opinionated little adults, what guardrails should parents employ? Parents with new-age sensibilities admit to oftentimes feeling stumped. A psychologist, a principal and an eye doctor suggest how they can navigate this new parental landscape.

How new law will counter age fraud in Indian sports

How new law will counter age fraud in Indian sports

Rediff.com8 Aug 2025

The draft National Code Against Age Fraud in Sports (NCAAFS) 2025, which mandates penal action against violators and calls for AI-based bone assessments to accurately determine an athlete's age, is set to become a policy soon with the sports ministry planning to send it for cabinet approval next week.

Why Chase The Black Box?

Why Chase The Black Box?

Rediff.com12 Aug 2025

Why not stream all the data in real time to multiple recipients? It would make the investigation of aviation incidents much easier and far more transparent, recommends Devangshu Datta.

'Will Pahalgam killers decide...': Omar in I-Day speech

'Will Pahalgam killers decide...': Omar in I-Day speech

Rediff.com15 Aug 2025

Chief Minister Omar Abdullah strongly criticized linking Jammu and Kashmir's political future to acts of terror, asserting that Pakistan cannot influence decisions on the region's statehood through terrorism. He announced a signature campaign to press for the restoration of statehood.

Sharmila Tagore, Simi Garewal At Cannes

Sharmila Tagore, Simi Garewal At Cannes

Rediff.com20 May 2025

For the special screening of their film Aranyer Din Ratri at Cannes, Sharmila and Simi were dressed to the nines.

SEE: Suvendu Adhikari's convoy attacked in Cooch Behar

SEE: Suvendu Adhikari's convoy attacked in Cooch Behar

Rediff.com5 Aug 2025

The convoy of West Bengal's Leader of Opposition, Suvendu Adhikari, was allegedly attacked by TMC workers during a protest in Cooch Behar. Bulletproof glasses of Adhikari's vehicle were smashed. TMC denies involvement, calling it a 'well-scripted drama'.

AIFF keen to tap OCI players under new policy

AIFF keen to tap OCI players under new policy

Rediff.com5 Jul 2025

'This is a positive statement of intent and the AIFF will continue to work with FIFA and the government to do all things possible to strengthen the national team.'

'Europe Loved Aranyer Din Ratri'

'Europe Loved Aranyer Din Ratri'

Rediff.com20 May 2025

'I am glad Aranyer Din Ratri is being shown at Cannes.' 'The film was better appreciated outside India even when released originally.'

'Despite Massive Success, We Know So Little About Him'

'Despite Massive Success, We Know So Little About Him'

Rediff.com18 Aug 2025

'If you watch songs like Acha Ji Main Haari Chalo Maan Jao Na, Lag Ja Gale or Jhumka Gira Re, you'll notice they're not just a distraction. There's a story unfolding within them.'

Why legends like Pacquiao just can't quit

Why legends like Pacquiao just can't quit

Rediff.com21 Jul 2025

The 46-year-old Filipino came out of retirement on Saturday to fight Mario Barrios in Las Vegas but fell short of breaking his own record as the oldest-ever welterweight champion as the American boxer escaped with a majority draw.

Why I Quit Smoking

Why I Quit Smoking

Rediff.com23 Jul 2025

It's more than a month now. I have not started smoking and don't ever plan to.

ISRO launches maiden X-Ray polarimeter satellite

ISRO launches maiden X-Ray polarimeter satellite

Rediff.com1 Jan 2024

The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) on Monday successfully launched its maiden X-Ray Polarimeter Satellite that would offer several insights into celestial objects like black holes.

Smith out of WTC final with dislocated finger

Smith out of WTC final with dislocated finger

Rediff.com13 Jun 2025

Australia's senior batter Steve Smith has been ruled out of the remainder of the World Test Championship final against South Africa at Lord's after suffering a compound dislocation of his right pinkie on Friday.