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The 'Alien' Who's Made A Tiger Film

The 'Alien' Who's Made A Tiger Film

Rediff.com22 Jan 2025

'I am fascinated by the lurking presence of the tiger.'

Priyanka At Brother's Haldi Ceremony

Priyanka At Brother's Haldi Ceremony

Rediff.com6 Feb 2025

Priyanka Chopra is in shaadi-mode, as her younger brother Siddharth gets married to Neelam Upadhyaya in Mumbai.

Wow! A 150 Year Old Ganpati Tradition

Wow! A 150 Year Old Ganpati Tradition

Rediff.com11 Sep 2024

Rediff readers tell us how they are celebrating the festival of Ganesh Chaturthi in their homes.

March blow for retail auto sales, may face headwinds

March blow for retail auto sales, may face headwinds

Rediff.com10 Apr 2025

The only silver lining in March's performance -- which otherwise dragged down the financial year's momentum -- was a 6 per cent year-on-year (Y-o-Y) growth compared to March of the previous year. This is largely due to incentives, festival-driven gains, and new launches.

Makar Sankranti Recipe: Jaggery Halwa

Makar Sankranti Recipe: Jaggery Halwa

Rediff.com14 Jan 2025

Make a simple, delicious jaggery and suji halwa in your microwave.

A Lord Ganesha Celebration With An Important Message

A Lord Ganesha Celebration With An Important Message

Rediff.com13 Sep 2024

Rediff readers tell us how the festival keeps tradition alive and brings their community together.

Shyam Benegal's Life In Pictures

Shyam Benegal's Life In Pictures

Rediff.com24 Dec 2024

Shyam Benegal passed into the ages on December 23, leaving behind a rich legacy. We look back at some interesting moments from his life.

Why 500,000 Indians Visited Vietnam

Why 500,000 Indians Visited Vietnam

Rediff.com3 Jul 2025

Stunning landscapes, natural beauty, clean beaches, cultural wealth, mouth-watering food, shopping options, safety for solo travellers, warm hospitality, easy visas, and connectivity make Vietnam a must-visit destination, discovers Ramesh Menon.

Thane to Furth! Welcome, Lord Ganesha

Thane to Furth! Welcome, Lord Ganesha

Rediff.com13 Sep 2024

You can e-mail your pictures to getahead@rediff.co.in (My Lord Ganesha Pix) with your name, location, details about your Lord Ganesha and what this festival means to you. We will publish the best entries right here on Rediff.com.

Ravan Arrives All Over...

Ravan Arrives All Over...

Rediff.com12 Oct 2024

Ramlila performances, where the epic Ramayan is enacted, are a common sight. The climax of the festival often involves the symbolic burning of giant effigies of Ravan, Kumbhakaran and Meghnad.

PIX: Quirky Masks @ Venice Film Festival

PIX: Quirky Masks @ Venice Film Festival

Rediff.com4 Sep 2020

The mask is now a frontline fashion accessory.

6 Times India Made History At Miss World

6 Times India Made History At Miss World

Rediff.com1 Jun 2025

Let's revisit the landmark women and moments from India's Miss World history.

'Bhai' sparks 13-minute ruckus in Delhi assembly, AAP-BJP clash

'Bhai' sparks 13-minute ruckus in Delhi assembly, AAP-BJP clash

Rediff.com27 Mar 2025

A seemingly innocuous word, "bhai" (brother), led to a 13-minute disruption in the Delhi Assembly on Thursday, with the ruling BJP and the opposition AAP engaging in heated exchanges. The incident began when PWD minister Parvesh Verma used the word during a debate on the Teerth Yatra Samiti, prompting AAP MLAs to accuse him of disrespect. Three AAP MLAs were marshalled out by the Speaker amid the uproar, which even saw BJP legislators chanting slogans of "Chhathi maiya ki jai".

Are You Ready For Navratri?

Are You Ready For Navratri?

Rediff.com27 Sep 2024

On October 3, these dancers will be showing their best moves.

Like Raashii's Pongal Style?

Like Raashii's Pongal Style?

Rediff.com14 Jan 2025

Movie stars celebrate Makar Sankranti, Pongal and Lohri in their special ways.

China-Russia Bhai Bhai: What India Can Expect

China-Russia Bhai Bhai: What India Can Expect

Rediff.com30 May 2025

China appears determined to upgrade Pakistan's military capabilities, sufficient to ensure local parity with India, alerts former foreign secretary Ambassador Shyam Saran.

2024 Belongs To Payal Kapadia!

2024 Belongs To Payal Kapadia!

Rediff.com31 Dec 2024

All We Imagine as Light has been on several critics' best of the year lists, including Sight and Sound (Payal Kapadia appeared on the magazine's cover, perhaps a first for an Indian filmmaker), to The New York Times, Time and it is the number one film recommended by Barack Obama. The future certainly belongs to Payal Kapadia, asserts Aseem Chhabra.

What's Rishi Sunak Doing In India?

What's Rishi Sunak Doing In India?

Rediff.com3 Feb 2025

Britain's former prime minister was spotted at the JLF on Saturday and at the Wankhede on Sunday.

Thanks To Chhaava, Highest-Grossing February Post-Pandemic

Thanks To Chhaava, Highest-Grossing February Post-Pandemic

Rediff.com24 Mar 2025

January and February surpassed the monthly domestic box collection on a year-on-year basis.

Amritsar-Wagah War Losses: Rs 12,000 Crore

Amritsar-Wagah War Losses: Rs 12,000 Crore

Rediff.com29 May 2025

'Only those who live through these situations understand the true cost of war.'

'Went To Kumbh With Excitement'

'Went To Kumbh With Excitement'

Rediff.com19 Feb 2025

After Vijay Deverakonda, Nimrat Kaur visits the Maha Kumbh Mela and takes a dip in the Triveni Sangam at Prayagraj.

Shraddha's Date With Spider-Man

Shraddha's Date With Spider-Man

Rediff.com10 Dec 2024

Shraddha Kapoor made heads turn at the Red Sea International Film Festival in Jeddah.

The Film Kareena Wants To Show Her Sons

The Film Kareena Wants To Show Her Sons

Rediff.com19 Sep 2024

'If after 25 years, I don't experiment, it's going to be never.'

La Tomatina: The Battle of Tomatoes

La Tomatina: The Battle of Tomatoes

Rediff.com29 Aug 2024

Glimpses from the La Tomatina festival in Bunol, near Valencia, Spain,

Jacqueline Goes Silver For Diwali Party

Jacqueline Goes Silver For Diwali Party

Rediff.com30 Oct 2024

Film folk continue to dazzle at Diwali parties this season.

How To Prevent Skin Damage This Diwali

How To Prevent Skin Damage This Diwali

Rediff.com1 Nov 2024

Going to bed without removing your makeup can clog your pores and make your complexion lacklustre, cautions Dr Trupti D Agarwal.

Diwali Shopping Still Sluggish

Diwali Shopping Still Sluggish

Rediff.com24 Oct 2024

While there was a 6 to 7 per cent increase in volume compared to last year in the first few days of the month which coincided with festivals, a large part of the demand is yet to hit the market.

Indians Want To Make An Experience Of Every Trip

Indians Want To Make An Experience Of Every Trip

Rediff.com1 Apr 2025

'Adventure travel, cultural tours, and wellness retreats are in high demand.'

Alia-Ranbir Dazzle At Alekha-Aadar's Mehendi

Alia-Ranbir Dazzle At Alekha-Aadar's Mehendi

Rediff.com20 Feb 2025

After their Christian wedding cin Goa, Aadar Jain and Alekha Advani are getting ready for the Hindu ceremony.

Share Your Karwa Chauth Photos

Share Your Karwa Chauth Photos

Rediff.com19 Oct 2024

Dear Reader, do tell us how you celebrate the Karwa Chauth festival.

Sobhita's Bridal Looks: Vote For Your FAVE!

Sobhita's Bridal Looks: Vote For Your FAVE!

Rediff.com10 Dec 2024

From custom Manish Malhotra drape to Kanjeevaram saris, Sobhita Dhulipala was an absolute vision as a traditional South Indian bride at all her wedding festivities.

Itachuna: Regal, Rich, And A Bit Spooky

Itachuna: Regal, Rich, And A Bit Spooky

Rediff.com2 Jul 2025

Rajbaris are a link to Bengal's rich past, of grand mansions, classical fine dining, and allow guests to be pretend zamindars for those few hours or days that they stay.

Why Are These Folks Breaking Coconuts?

Why Are These Folks Breaking Coconuts?

Rediff.com19 Aug 2024

Glimpses from the traditional coconut breaking competition during the Narali Purnima festival in Mumbai, August 19, 2024.

'India's Response Will Be Big'

'India's Response Will Be Big'

Rediff.com28 Apr 2025

'Diplomatic and economic responses are first announced and then implemented. A military response is announced only after it is done.'

How To Use Your Credit Card Wisely

How To Use Your Credit Card Wisely

Rediff.com7 Oct 2024

'Credit card debt comes with high interest cost and stringent penalties.' 'If you do not repay on time, the costs balloon.'

Raashii, Vikrant Dance The Garba With...

Raashii, Vikrant Dance The Garba With...

Rediff.com4 Oct 2024

Raashii Khanna and Vikrant Massey celebrated the beginning of Navratri with Falguni Pathak.

12 Ways To Look WOW In Gold

12 Ways To Look WOW In Gold

Rediff.com2 Dec 2024

Diamonds may be a girl's best friend. But what glitters forever is gold. Here are different ways Bollywood's beauties are glamming it up in 24 karat pieces.

Navratri, Day 4: Sonakshi, Kangana Stun In Orange

Navratri, Day 4: Sonakshi, Kangana Stun In Orange

Rediff.com6 Oct 2024

This celebratory colour is the perfect pick for adding that spark to your festive wardrobe.

'He said, 'I'm Hindu'. They shot him'

'He said, 'I'm Hindu'. They shot him'

Rediff.com30 Apr 2025

Pahalgam Terrorist Attack: Dombivli families shattered in grief and grit. Demand dignity, justice and answers to unanswered questions.

Blind Govindas Celebrate Dahi Handi

Blind Govindas Celebrate Dahi Handi

Rediff.com27 Aug 2024

Dahi Handi, part of the Janmashtami festival that marks the birth of Lord Krishna, saw enthusiastic visually impaired participants in Mumbai.