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Saudi king names son Mohammed bin Salman as crown prince

Saudi king names son Mohammed bin Salman as crown prince

Rediff.com21 Jun 2017

The development has now removed Crown Prince Mohammed bin Nayef as next in line to the throne and replaced him with Mohammed bin Salman, who earlier held the position of the deputy crown prince.

Scindia rewarded for delivering MP to BJP

Scindia rewarded for delivering MP to BJP

Rediff.com7 Jul 2021

More than a year after playing a key role in installation of a Bharatiya Janata Party government in Madhya Pradesh, Jyotiraditya Scindia was rewarded with a berth in the Union Cabinet, a familiar terrain for the Rajya Sabha member who had served as a junior minister in the Congress-led United Progressive Alliance government.

8 reasons to love Prince Harry's 'girlfriend'

8 reasons to love Prince Harry's 'girlfriend'

Rediff.com21 Nov 2016

American actor and entrepreneur Meghan Markle is more than just a royal heir's girlfriend.

Gaslight Review: What A Waste!

Gaslight Review: What A Waste!

Rediff.com31 Mar 2023

I hoped the big reveal would make Gaslight's skittish stroll to nowhere (even 112 minutes are too long) worthwhile, but the answers end up being embarrassingly obvious around a twist that's pure hokum, notes Sukanya Verma.

IPL 2023: Ajinkya Rahane is ready to play in any position

IPL 2023: Ajinkya Rahane is ready to play in any position

Rediff.com30 Mar 2023

Playing under Mahendra Singh Dhoni again is something that he is looking forward to.

Nepal's Last Emperor?

Nepal's Last Emperor?

Rediff.com22 May 2006

Lawmakers move to reduce Nepal's king into a figurehead.

Cong, BJP share honours in LS bypolls in MP

Cong, BJP share honours in LS bypolls in MP

Rediff.com11 Mar 2007

The annoucement of Sidhi result was preceded by an hour-long drama when BJP alleged vogus voting in four polling booths in Churhat area and asked the Returning Officer to order fresh polling in Bhopal.

Kin believe missing IAF pilot is in Pak jail

Kin believe missing IAF pilot is in Pak jail

Rediff.com5 Mar 2007

Hailing from the Nilambur royal family, Muraleedharan was just 21 when his aircraft was gunned down while flying over Peshawar

Palace politics impacts Gwalior poll

Palace politics impacts Gwalior poll

Rediff.com2 Mar 2007

Jyotiraditya's initial absence from the campaigning gave credence to the belief that members of the royal clan were insulated from within and did not come out openly against each other.

Sharif returns to rapturous welcome

Sharif returns to rapturous welcome

Rediff.com25 Nov 2007

Former Pakistani premier Nawaz Sharif's plane landed at Lahore airport on Sunday evening.

India's oldest man dies at the age of 139

India's oldest man dies at the age of 139

Rediff.com19 Aug 2008

Born on May 28, 1870, at Rajgarh in Rajasthan's Alwar district, Habib Mian had been suffering from fever and a bout of dysentery.

Engineer turned cricketer is now an RCB fan favourite

Engineer turned cricketer is now an RCB fan favourite

Rediff.com6 Apr 2022

Shahbaz, one of the pillars of the Bengal Ranji Trophy side, is also an integral part of Royal Challengers Bangalore

SC orders audit of Padmanabha temple by former CAG

SC orders audit of Padmanabha temple by former CAG

Rediff.com24 Apr 2014

The Supreme Court today ordered that former Comptroller and Auditor General of India Vinod Rai will supervise special audit of property of Kerala's famous Sree Padmanabha Swamy temple, which is facing charges of financial irregularites, and constituted a new administrative committee headed by District Judge, Thiruvananthapuram.

Gay prince to form sexual minorities forum

Gay prince to form sexual minorities forum

Rediff.com7 Dec 2006

The non-governmental organisation chaired by Gohil, Lakshya Trust, has recently won the 'UNAID Civil Society Award 2006' for its contribution in preventing HIV/AIDS among homosexual men.

Tension mounts as devotees stop women from travelling to Sabarimala

Tension mounts as devotees stop women from travelling to Sabarimala

Rediff.com16 Oct 2018

Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan, however, told reporters that no one would be allowed to block devotees from proceeding to Sabarimala.

Murali Vijay retires from all forms of international cricket

Murali Vijay retires from all forms of international cricket

Rediff.com30 Jan 2023

Murali Vijay last turned out for Chennai Super Kings in the Indian Premier League in 2020.

Here come the grandparents and aunt Pippa: Royal baby gets first visitors

Here come the grandparents and aunt Pippa: Royal baby gets first visitors

Rediff.com3 May 2015

Close family members on Sunday visited Kensington Palace to see Prince William and wife Kate Middleton's new baby daughter.

Australia lose spin coach Sridharan Sriram to IPL

Australia lose spin coach Sridharan Sriram to IPL

Rediff.com29 Jul 2022

Sridharan Sriram, who played eight ODIs between 2000 and 2004, was part of the Australian coaching set up since 2015.

Another jolt to Cong: RPN Singh quits, joins BJP ahead of UP polls

Another jolt to Cong: RPN Singh quits, joins BJP ahead of UP polls

Rediff.com26 Jan 2022

I begin a new chapter in my political journey. Jai Hind," he wrote on Twitter sharing his brief resignation letter to Sonia Gandhi.

'Coward' RPN Singh tried to dislodge Jharkhand govt: Cong

'Coward' RPN Singh tried to dislodge Jharkhand govt: Cong

Rediff.com25 Jan 2022

Congress spokesperson Gourav Vallabh said Singh was 'not fully committed' towards the party's ideology and that is why he left this fight midway to join the saffron party.

The best Will and Kate moments

The best Will and Kate moments

Rediff.com11 Apr 2018

Royal fans from around the world are counting down the days until the arrival of the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge's third child, due in April. Soon, photographers and video crews will head to the Lindo wing at St Mary's Hospital in London for what has become known as the "Great Kate Wait." As we wait for the newest Cambridge arrival, Getty Images photographer Chris Jackson presents some of his most favourite moments with the little royals.

PHOTOS: Prince Philip retires after final solo engagement

PHOTOS: Prince Philip retires after final solo engagement

Rediff.com2 Aug 2017

While his official diary of engagements come to an end on Wednesday, the Palace has said the Duke may still decide to attend some events alongside the Queen.

KKR names Keshri as 16th member; to give his family Rs 10 lakh

KKR names Keshri as 16th member; to give his family Rs 10 lakh

Rediff.com26 Apr 2015

Champions Kolkata Knight Riders paid tribute to deceased cricketer Ankit Keshri by naming him as the 16th member of their side for their rain-hit Indian Premier League match against Rajasthan Royals at the Eden Gardens, in Kolkata, on Sunday.

Wimbledon buries another old custom

Wimbledon buries another old custom

Rediff.com23 Feb 2007

Wimbledon finally dragged itself into the 21st century as it announced equal prize money for women.

Top Performers: Rinku, Venkatesh Dazzle

Top Performers: Rinku, Venkatesh Dazzle

Rediff.com10 Apr 2023

Kolkata Knight Riders saw two star performers in Rinku Singh and Venkatesh Iyer during their win over Gujarat Titans.

Eklavya is definitely worth a watch

Eklavya is definitely worth a watch

Rediff.com16 Feb 2007

If the success of Omkara, which wrestled with the themes of betrayal, jealousy, destructive ambition and revenge, is any indication, then Eklavya too should do solid business.

Gold's own country

Gold's own country

Rediff.com26 Nov 2007

People now look for quality and purity of ornaments. They look for 916 purity and BIS hall marking. Here the large shops have an edge and variety. Large jewellery houses are now invading smaller towns and villages. For a 2,000-sq-ft showroom more than 25 salesmen would be required apart from interiors.

It's official! Harry and Meghan are husband and wife

It's official! Harry and Meghan are husband and wife

Rediff.com19 May 2018

The royal couple chose a modern touch to their marriage ceremony.

'Indian real estate cos have to be fair'

'Indian real estate cos have to be fair'

Rediff.com11 Jan 2007

Dr Cor van Zadelhoff is no stranger to India and comes here for both work and pleasure. A pioneer in the European real estate business, he has friends among the Indian royal families through the polo circuit.

Harry & Meghan: Extremely One-Sided

Harry & Meghan: Extremely One-Sided

Rediff.com14 Jan 2023

There's so much left unsaid in the Netflix documentary, Harry & Meghan.

Stunning black and white photos? No, these are pencil drawings

Stunning black and white photos? No, these are pencil drawings

Rediff.com28 Nov 2016

These stunning pieces of art are created by British artist Kelvin Okafor, who only uses a set of pencils, a piece of paper.

'Kohli should have a breather'

'Kohli should have a breather'

Rediff.com28 May 2022

'He just needs a breather. Go and get some time with your family.'

TV ads work! J&K players get together; to train in Vadodara

TV ads work! J&K players get together; to train in Vadodara

Rediff.com3 Sep 2019

Jammu and Kashmir cricketers, who could not train for the upcoming domestic season due to the communication clampdown in the region, have finally managed to get together and will begin their training in Baroda from Thursday.

Deepa Mehta on her next, The Exclusion

Deepa Mehta on her next, The Exclusion

Rediff.com27 Sep 2006

Director Deepa Mehta, whose film Water is Canada's entry for the Oscars, speaks to Arthur J Pais about her next movie, The Exclusion.

A new 'scam' taints Lalu and family

A new 'scam' taints Lalu and family

Rediff.com27 Apr 2017

The so-called soil scam has left Lalu alone in the Mahagathbandhan.

Does Anant Ambani Look Worried?

Does Anant Ambani Look Worried?

Rediff.com7 Apr 2022

May we suggest that Rohit Sharma and his boys win their next three games -- against the Royal Chyallengers Bangalore (April 9), the Punjab Kings (April 13), both at the MCA and the Lucknow Super Giants (April 16) at the Brabourne stadium? That would be an apt gift for Mukesh Ambani's 65th birthday on April 19.

'Troops can only go under UN aegis'

'Troops can only go under UN aegis'

Rediff.com20 Jun 2003

Lust Stories 2 Review: Konkona Saves The Day!

Lust Stories 2 Review: Konkona Saves The Day!

Rediff.com29 Jun 2023

Anthology movies are a strange beast. They can be as monotonous and harmless as munching away a bumper bag of chips -- you eat one, you have to finish the rest. Or they can be like discovering a rare treasure marked by profound insight and offbeat experiences, observes Sukanya Verma.

Mysore gets its new King in Yaduveer Raj Urs

Mysore gets its new King in Yaduveer Raj Urs

Rediff.com24 Feb 2015

Yaduveer Gopal Raj Urs was formally adopted as the heir to the Mysuru royal family in Mysuru.

Former cricketer Campbell stable following heart attack

Former cricketer Campbell stable following heart attack

Rediff.com24 Apr 2022

Ryan Campbell is in a stable condition and is out of sedation just over a week after suffering a heart attack