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National Games: Kujur, Yarraji shine with sprint golds

National Games: Kujur, Yarraji shine with sprint golds

Rediff.com11 Feb 2025

Rising sprinter Animesh Kujur and star hurdler Jyothi Yarraji picked up their third and second gold medals respectively at the National Games.

Coming Soon! World Pickleball League

Coming Soon! World Pickleball League

Rediff.com13 Nov 2024

'The league will begin as a city-based franchise setup, starting with six cities.'

Disha Is A Total Knockout In White

Disha Is A Total Knockout In White

Rediff.com20 Nov 2023

Disha Patani could be easily crowned the most glam celeb at The Elle List 2023.

Meet The New Influencers

Meet The New Influencers

Rediff.com1 Jan 2025

Across the board, brands use influencers like a Bhuvan Bam or Kusha Kapila as the second or third rung of their strategy. The first rung is always a celebrity that has been created outside the Internet, through mainstream media.

Kamala Harris: 'Female Obama' who didn't make it to White House

Kamala Harris: 'Female Obama' who didn't make it to White House

Rediff.com6 Nov 2024

Kamala's role as vice president was more than just symbolic. Unlike her predecessors, she wielded considerable power during Biden's presidency.

Chandrika Tandon Wins A Grammy

Chandrika Tandon Wins A Grammy

Rediff.com3 Feb 2025

Chennai-born Indian-American businesswoman and musician Chandrika Tandon, 71, won a Grammy in the Best New Age, Ambient or Chant Album category for her album Triveni, a blend of ancient chants and world music, at the 2025 Grammys.

Mercedes Rules Luxury Cars Segment

Mercedes Rules Luxury Cars Segment

Rediff.com21 Dec 2024

For the first time in history, the luxury car market is poised to cross the sales mark of 50,000 units in 2024, with Mercedes leading the way

Mujib's 'Joy Bangla' is no more Bangladesh's national slogan

Mujib's 'Joy Bangla' is no more Bangladesh's national slogan

Rediff.com12 Dec 2024

The Bangladesh Supreme Court has stayed a High Court verdict that declared 'Joy Bangla' as the country's national slogan, effectively reversing the decision. The government, which had moved to suspend the High Court's ruling, argued that the national slogan is a matter of policy and not subject to judicial interference. This decision comes amid political turmoil in the country, with the recent change of government and a focus on revising national symbols and holidays.

WPL 2024: Focus on young Indian stars as Mumbai take on Delhi in opener

WPL 2024: Focus on young Indian stars as Mumbai take on Delhi in opener

Rediff.com22 Feb 2024

The second edition of the Women's Premier League, beginning in Bengaluru on Friday with a high-profile match between defending champions Mumbai Indians and runners-up Delhi Capitals, will be optimistic about meeting its existential purpose of giving a wider platform to promising home-grown talents.

'Pushpa 2 May Inaugurate 700 Cr Club'

'Pushpa 2 May Inaugurate 700 Cr Club'

Rediff.com4 Dec 2024

Pushpa 2's advance bookings have set a new record, with advance bookings standing at Rs 50 crore on Day One.

Anahat finishes runner-up at 2024 British Jr Open

Anahat finishes runner-up at 2024 British Jr Open

Rediff.com8 Jan 2024

Top-seed Anahat Singh went down 2-3 to Egyptian second seed Nadien Elhammamy in the Girls' Under-17 category final.

Murder, Time Travel, Joker: Your Diwali OTT Watch

Murder, Time Travel, Joker: Your Diwali OTT Watch

Rediff.com30 Oct 2024

Sukanya Verma asks you to brace yourself for an out-of-body-experience on OTT this Diwali week.

Why Trump wants his supporters to donate to Democrats

Why Trump wants his supporters to donate to Democrats

Rediff.com10 Nov 2024

President-elect Donald Trump urged his supporters to donate to Democrats to help them overcome the 'financial strain' in the aftermath of the general elections.

India's newest Test star Sarfaraz thanks Gavaskar for support

India's newest Test star Sarfaraz thanks Gavaskar for support

Rediff.com15 Mar 2024

Sarfaraz Khan says his father Naushad, ingrained the importance of Test cricket in him.

Hindus blamed for wrong policies of 'royal family': Modi slams Cong in RS

Hindus blamed for wrong policies of 'royal family': Modi slams Cong in RS

Rediff.com6 Feb 2025

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday accused the Congress of practicing appeasement politics, saying the party's priority was "family first." He asserted that the BJP-led government operates on the principle of 'Sabka Saath, Sabka Vikas' (development for all) and prioritizes "nation first." Modi further criticized the Congress's approach to reservations, claiming it was aimed at creating divisions within the country. He highlighted the BJP's initiatives to empower marginalized communities, including the constitutional status to the OBC commission and the introduction of 10% reservation for economically backward groups.

Kohli's reign over: Pant surpasses Kohli as India's top batter

Kohli's reign over: Pant surpasses Kohli as India's top batter

Rediff.com23 Oct 2024

Rishabh Pant on Wednesday overtook his superstar India teammate Virat Kohli to reach the sixth spot in the ICC Test rankings for batters.

Pushpa 2 Review: Fantabulous Allu Arjun!

Pushpa 2 Review: Fantabulous Allu Arjun!

Rediff.com5 Dec 2024

Allu Arjun is fantabulous as the doting husband, emotion-loving son and risk-taking entrepreneur. Pushpa escalates his brand from fire to wildfire, applauds Divya Nair.

India's archers aiming to break medal drought in Paris

India's archers aiming to break medal drought in Paris

Rediff.com8 Jul 2024

India, who have never won an Olympic archery medal, will send a full six-member contingent to Paris to compete in all five events for the first time in 12 years

Shah Rukh Khan: I Will Leave Films If...

Shah Rukh Khan: I Will Leave Films If...

Rediff.com8 Jan 2025

Gauri wasn't very happy about living the Bombay life. With no friends in the city, she wanted her husband's films to flop so they could go back home, to Delhi.

2,148 Edtech Start-Ups Have Shut Down

2,148 Edtech Start-Ups Have Shut Down

Rediff.com15 Jan 2025

'Many were caught in a burnout race, chasing unsustainable growth without innovating.'

Pushpa 2 Trailer: Allu Arjun Ups The Ante

Pushpa 2 Trailer: Allu Arjun Ups The Ante

Rediff.com18 Nov 2024

Has anyone played an anti-hero you want to hate but also can't stop watching, asks Mayur Sanap.

Kiara, Janhvi, Disha: Bollywood's Style Icons

Kiara, Janhvi, Disha: Bollywood's Style Icons

Rediff.com10 Apr 2023

Hard core glamour and entertainment were the highlights of the second edition of the Pinkvilla Style Icons Awards, held in Mumbai over the weekend.

'Game, set, match, and fashion-forward!'

'Game, set, match, and fashion-forward!'

Rediff.com17 Jul 2023

Sonam wore a green toned checked print trench coat by Burberry and teamed it with matching tights and black high heels.

India's batting woes: 'Easy to target Nayar, Gambhir'

India's batting woes: 'Easy to target Nayar, Gambhir'

Rediff.com17 Dec 2024

'What solution can Gambhir or Nayar possibly give, apart from telling him to not play those deliveries?'

Alcaraz, Coco Rock Chinese Outfits

Alcaraz, Coco Rock Chinese Outfits

Rediff.com27 Sep 2024

The rising tennis stars, who have captivated the world with their exceptional talent, embarked on a memorable journey to the Forbidden City, one of the city's most iconic landmarks.

US Open: What Happens When Djokovic Loses

US Open: What Happens When Djokovic Loses

Rediff.com3 Sep 2024

The unpredictable nature of the 2024 US Open has turned it into one of the most thrilling Grand Slam tournaments in recent memory.

10 LOW Points In Kohli's Test Career

10 LOW Points In Kohli's Test Career

Rediff.com7 Jan 2025

A look at Virat Kohli's worst-ever showing in a Test series consisting of three matches or more.

Starc on fire but Smith's struggles continue ahead of BGT

Starc on fire but Smith's struggles continue ahead of BGT

Rediff.com22 Oct 2024

Key players, such as pacer Mitchell Starc, are hitting form at the right time, while star batter Steve Smith is facing early setbacks in his preparations.

IPL Auction: 'CSK can use Ashwin in a number of ways'

IPL Auction: 'CSK can use Ashwin in a number of ways'

Rediff.com24 Nov 2024

Ravichandran Ashwin was bought by CSK for Rs 9.75 crore during the Day 1 of the IPL 2025 auction.

Ex junior star Rajiv Mishra dies under mysterious circumstances

Ex junior star Rajiv Mishra dies under mysterious circumstances

Rediff.com23 Jun 2023

Ex-Indian hockey star Rajiv Mishra was found dead at his residence in Sarsauli area of Varanasi under mysterious circumstances.

IPL 2024 Auction Buzz: Who will win the bidding war?

IPL 2024 Auction Buzz: Who will win the bidding war?

Rediff.com18 Dec 2023

The IPL 2024 auction, set to take place in Dubai at the Coca-Cola Arena on Tuesday, marks a historic moment as it becomes the first instance of an IPL auction being conducted overseas.

Is This The New Celeb Makeup Trick?

Is This The New Celeb Makeup Trick?

Rediff.com7 Nov 2024

Like the stars, cast magic with blue and purple iridescent eye shadow.

The Men We Loved In 2024

The Men We Loved In 2024

Rediff.com12 Dec 2024

Good, bad, evil, we saw a gamut of emotions on display in their most stirring form as actors reiterated their worth.

Firecrackers Capital Sivakasi Faces Uncertain Future

Firecrackers Capital Sivakasi Faces Uncertain Future

Rediff.com24 Oct 2024

Sivakasi is fighting for survival, thanks to the ban on firecrackers in Delhi, regulations in several other cities, pandemic-imposed sales dips, the ban on the use of barium nitrate...

The Biggest Flops of 2024

The Biggest Flops of 2024

Rediff.com30 Dec 2024

Just when it seemed that Bollywood had recovered with multiple big hits in 2023, it all came down in 2024 with a flurry of flops, disasters and mega disasters.

'I'm The Surprise Package Of Housefull 5'

'I'm The Surprise Package Of Housefull 5'

Rediff.com2 Dec 2024

'The Zomato delivery guy wants to click a picture with you.' 'My car has gone for servicing so I ended up going in rickshaws and they recognise me from ads.' 'When I'm walking my dog, people stop by and say, "Oh, we loved you in Bigg Boss.' 'I was shooting for Housefull in a village and there, people were coming over and clicking pictures with me.'

'Rafisaab Has Not Left Us'

'Rafisaab Has Not Left Us'

Rediff.com24 Dec 2024

'He used to do his homework before singing a song.' 'He used to find out who the hero of the movie would be or the situation in which the song would play in the film.' 'Accordingly, he moulded his voice.' 'For example, he sang Tel Maalish and Main Bambai Ka Babu for Johnny Walker in Johnny Walker style.' 'He would sing in different tones for Shammi Kapoor, Dilip Kumar and Guru Dutt.'

Satwiksairaj-Chirag's sensational rise to World No 3

Satwiksairaj-Chirag's sensational rise to World No 3

Rediff.com20 Jun 2023

Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty achieved a career-best world number three

WPL Auction: Vrinda's journey to historic Rs 1.3 cr bid

WPL Auction: Vrinda's journey to historic Rs 1.3 cr bid

Rediff.com9 Dec 2023

Vrinda scripted history by becoming the first uncapped player to command a staggering bid of Rs 1.3 crore

Uber Cup: India trounce Singapore for second win

Uber Cup: India trounce Singapore for second win

Rediff.com28 Apr 2024

Isharani Baruah and Anmol Kharb shone bright as India all but assured its place in the quarter-finals of Uber Cup after beating Singapore 4-1 in the second tie of Group A, in Chengdu, China, on Sunday.