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Rocketry: The Nambi Effect Review

Rocketry: The Nambi Effect Review

Rediff.com1 Jul 2022

There's wisdom to be found in an unfairly treated man's short and sweet concluding words -- a nation is only as great as our appreciation of the people who make it great, notes Sukanya Verma.

'You were like a mountain that protected me with your shade'

'You were like a mountain that protected me with your shade'

Rediff.com12 Oct 2021

'Your body of work and your expertise over the craft will forever be research material for generations to come!'

Salman Rushdie on ventilator, likely to lose an eye; suspect in custody

Salman Rushdie on ventilator, likely to lose an eye; suspect in custody

Rediff.com13 Aug 2022

The New York Times reported that according to Rushdie's agent, Andrew Wylie, the Mumbai-born controversial author was on a ventilator and could not speak.

When Sanjay Dutt romanced Madhuri Dixit

When Sanjay Dutt romanced Madhuri Dixit

Rediff.com25 Apr 2018

Madhuri Dixit and Sanjay Dutt Dutt will act in a movie again after 21 years.

'I want to give Karan Johar a big hug'

'I want to give Karan Johar a big hug'

Rediff.com16 Apr 2018

'... and thank him for such a great launch for my daughter.'

'What's not to like about a smile?'

'What's not to like about a smile?'

Rediff.com6 May 2022

'A smile reflects your gratitude for life, your celebration of it.'

'Heartbreaks have made me stronger'

'Heartbreaks have made me stronger'

Rediff.com1 Jul 2016

'As an actor, I am open to all possible characters.' Television actress Rubina Dilaik gets candid.

How Shah Rukh got married to Gauri

How Shah Rukh got married to Gauri

Rediff.com25 Feb 2021

We bring you *that story*, and a lot more, in this fascinating excerpt from Roshmila Bhattacharya's Matinee Men: A Journey Through Bollywood.

Cold wave throws life out of gear in North India

Cold wave throws life out of gear in North India

Rediff.com5 Jan 2006

Indian, Jet Airways and Air Deccan flights from Delhi to Chandigarh had to be cancelled for third consecutive day due to the bad weather conditions.

551 oxygen generation plants to be set up through PM CARES: PMO

551 oxygen generation plants to be set up through PM CARES: PMO

Rediff.com25 Apr 2021

The basic aim behind establishing PSA oxygen plants at government hospitals in the district headquarters is to further strengthen the public health system and ensure that each of these hospitals has a captive oxygen generation facility.

These two MLAs rule the political and playing arena

These two MLAs rule the political and playing arena

Rediff.com16 Feb 2022

the past few days have been hectic for shooter Shreyasi Singh and cricketer Manoj Tiwary, who have been juggling political duties with focused preparation for their respective competitive outings as well.

Badhai Do For This Arunachal Actor!

Badhai Do For This Arunachal Actor!

Rediff.com4 Apr 2022

'The whole state is very proud of me.' 'I have been home twice after the release of the movie and I could feel the pride in the people's eyes.'

Salman Rushdie stabbed at New York event, undergoes surgery

Salman Rushdie stabbed at New York event, undergoes surgery

Rediff.com13 Aug 2022

Salman Rushdie, the Mumbai-born author of the Booker Prize-winning novel Midnight's Children, was attacked by a man who stormed the stage during an event in New York on Friday while he was getting ready to deliver a lecture.

Say no to dahi handi, Uddhav tells organisers

Say no to dahi handi, Uddhav tells organisers

Rediff.com23 Aug 2021

The Bharatiya Janata Party, however, demanded Dahi Handi festival be allowed to be organised under certain conditions traditionally.

14 Phere review

14 Phere review

Rediff.com23 Jul 2021

14 Phere delivers on the feel-good factor, but if you are looking for ground-breaking humour, it will fail to work its way into your hearts, notes Anita Aikara.

Haathi Mere Saathi review

Haathi Mere Saathi review

Rediff.com20 Sep 2021

Between bad writing, hysterical acting and a shoddy blend of CGI and the real deal, Haathi Mere Saathi completely neglects the message of saving our elephants, feels Sukanya Verma.

Navy deploys 9 warships to bring oxygen from abroad

Navy deploys 9 warships to bring oxygen from abroad

Rediff.com5 May 2021

Intensifying its efforts, the Indian Navy has deployed nine warships to bring liquid oxygen and other medical supplies from several countries in Persian Gulf and south-east Asia as hospitals across India continued to reel under acute shortage of the life-saving gas following a massive surge in COVID-19 cases.

12 Films When The Lovers Eloped

12 Films When The Lovers Eloped

Rediff.com9 Apr 2021

A fun excerpt from Diptakirti Chaudhuri's Bollygeek: The Crazy Trivia Guide to Bollywood.

Tennis: Bopanna-Shapovalov in Miami Open quarters

Tennis: Bopanna-Shapovalov in Miami Open quarters

Rediff.com28 Mar 2022

British No 1 Cameron Norrie overcame a slow start to beat Frenchman Hugo Gaston 6-3, 7-5.

What is Bollywood Celebrating?

What is Bollywood Celebrating?

Rediff.com23 Nov 2021

Bollywood has so many reasons to celebrate!

Another Kashmiri Pandit killed in J-K, fresh exodus call issued

Another Kashmiri Pandit killed in J-K, fresh exodus call issued

Rediff.com16 Aug 2022

Terrorists have stepped up attacks in the Kashmir valley over the past week.

GST on imported oxygen concentrators unconstitutional: HC

GST on imported oxygen concentrators unconstitutional: HC

Rediff.com21 May 2021

The Delhi high court on Friday held as "unconstitutional", the imposition of Integrated Goods and Services Tax (IGST) by the Centre on import of oxygen concentrators by individuals for personal use. A bench of Justices Rajiv Shakdher and Talwant Singh quashed the May 1 notification issued by the ministry of finance which says that such oxygen concentrators imported for personal use, irrespective of whether they are a gift or otherwise, will be charged with an IGST of 12 per cent. The court said the individuals will have to give an undertaking to the authorities that the oxygen concentrator is being imported for personal use and not commercial use.

SC rejects plea seeking to defer JEE (Main), NEET due to COVID-19

SC rejects plea seeking to defer JEE (Main), NEET due to COVID-19

Rediff.com17 Aug 2020

A three-judge bench headed by Justice Arun Mishra said career of students 'cannot be put under jeopardy for long'. 'Life has to go on. Life has to move ahead. Precious year of students cannot be wasted,' the bench, also comprising Justices B R Gavai and Krishna Murari, said during the hearing conducted through video conferencing while paving the way for commencement of the exams as scheduled.

Which actress can play Kamala Harris in a movie? VOTE!

Which actress can play Kamala Harris in a movie? VOTE!

Rediff.com11 Nov 2020

If ever her inspiring reality is adapted for reel, Sukanya Verma wonders if these Indian actors might do justice to the role.

Mane attraction! Meet Ranveer Singh's devoted hair stylist

Mane attraction! Meet Ranveer Singh's devoted hair stylist

Rediff.com21 Nov 2018

Stylist Darshan Yewalekar was responsible for the actor's hair styling at his wedding.

Hard life of a MLA: Free foreign trips, but only in 'cattle class'

Hard life of a MLA: Free foreign trips, but only in 'cattle class'

Rediff.com26 Dec 2013

Thirty Members of the Karnataka Legislative Assembly are headed to South America to 'study' the waterfalls in the Amazon forests.

Rajesh Khanna's bungalow sold, signals end of an era

Rajesh Khanna's bungalow sold, signals end of an era

Rediff.com28 Jul 2014

Superstar Rajesh Khanna's bungalow Aashirwad has been sold and will now be occupied by an unknown businessman.

2020's 10 BEST ACTORS

2020's 10 BEST ACTORS

Rediff.com2 Jan 2021

From silver screen and small, here are Sukanya Verma's 10 favourite male performances of the year.

IMA cautions Centre on 'end of pandemic' remark

IMA cautions Centre on 'end of pandemic' remark

Rediff.com8 Mar 2021

The association's reaction came after Union Health Minister Harsh Vardhan on Sunday said that the country is "in the end game of the COVID-19 pandemic" and Delhi Health Minister Satyendar Jain said the coronavirus is nearing an "endemic" phase in the national capital.

Thallumaala Won't Let You Breathe Or Blink

Thallumaala Won't Let You Breathe Or Blink

Rediff.com19 Aug 2022

Friendships are not merely severed, but built over scuffles. And just about anything can stir things up -- a long-standing feud, a pointless stare, a disrupted moral stance, a fist that ricochets off a face and smacks another face in the near vicinity, observes Sreehari Nair.

'I'm not afraid of my darker side'

'I'm not afraid of my darker side'

Rediff.com1 Oct 2021

'My darker side is super dark and I'm not afraid of it.'

PIX: Fajdek makes history with 5th World hammer title

PIX: Fajdek makes history with 5th World hammer title

Rediff.com17 Jul 2022

A summary of the finals on Day 2 at the World Athletics Championships in Eugene, Oregon.

Why is Akshay wearing a Bell Bottom in Scotland?

Why is Akshay wearing a Bell Bottom in Scotland?

Rediff.com4 Aug 2020

The crew of 120 will be quarantined for a week and the shoot will begin on August 15, and go right up to September 20.

Quartararo wins Andalusian MotoGP as Yamahas dominate in Jerez

Quartararo wins Andalusian MotoGP as Yamahas dominate in Jerez

Rediff.com26 Jul 2020

Victory moved Quartararo to 50 points in the world championship standings, 10 points ahead of Vinales.

25 Memorable Dilip Kumar Films

25 Memorable Dilip Kumar Films

Rediff.com7 Jul 2021

Remembering an incomparable actor by re-visiting his finest films.

Quiet 50th birthday for Rahul Gandhi, wishes pour in

Quiet 50th birthday for Rahul Gandhi, wishes pour in

Rediff.com20 Jun 2020

A host of top Congress leaders wished him on his birthday, with former prime minister Manmohan Singh among the first to send his best wishes through a letter in the morning.

The Secret of M L Khattar's Survival

The Secret of M L Khattar's Survival

Rediff.com6 Oct 2021

Haryana's chief minister enjoys Narendra Modi's support and protection and will be in office unless the state sees a massive administrative botch-up.

Bold and stunning! Tabu will take your breath away

Bold and stunning! Tabu will take your breath away

Rediff.com22 Jul 2019

'There's definitely no one quite like her.'

The Man behind Mumbai Diaries 26/11

The Man behind Mumbai Diaries 26/11

Rediff.com6 Sep 2021

'It was only after D-Day that people believed that I had actually directed Kal Ho Naa Ho.'