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The DDLJ Quiz

The DDLJ Quiz

Rediff.com20 Oct 2020

Sukanya Verma presents a DDLJ special quiz to test your knowledge about one of Hindi cinema's most successful films of all time.

Relentless Serena powers to French Open title

Relentless Serena powers to French Open title

Rediff.com8 Jun 2013

Serena Williams proved an irresistible force once more as she powered past Maria Sharapova 6-4, 6-4 to win the French Open for the second time on Saturday - 11 years after her first triumph.

The Lady Mumbai Police Love

The Lady Mumbai Police Love

Rediff.com25 Jun 2021

Unless you've been hiding under an Internet-blocking rock, you must have chanced upon some of the crisp, polite, informative and frequently witty posts crafted by the Mumbai police. Mrigank Warrier meets Sunchika Pandey, the brains behind the Mumbai police quips.

Indian hockey legend Leslie Claudius passes away

Indian hockey legend Leslie Claudius passes away

Rediff.com20 Dec 2012

Indian hockey legend Leslie Claudius, who was suffering from a prolonged illness, passed away at a private hospital in Kolkata on Thursday.

Barca babies revel as daddies lift La Liga trophy!

Barca babies revel as daddies lift La Liga trophy!

Rediff.com20 May 2013

Barcelona players had their families and toddlers join in their La Liga title celebrations at the Camp Nou in Barcelona on Sunday.

Govt against controlling Internet: Sibal

Govt against controlling Internet: Sibal

Rediff.com24 Sep 2012

The minister said that some aspects of the Internet are completely protected by freedom of speech but some aspects of it may not be protected by free speech.

Singapore's Ng Ser Miang set to make IOC presidency bid

Singapore's Ng Ser Miang set to make IOC presidency bid

Rediff.com14 May 2013

Singapore's Ng Ser Miang is expected to announce a bid for the International Olympic Committee (IOC) presidency on Wednesday, a source close to the Olympic movement told Reuters on Tuesday.

Hyderabad blasts: 60 hours of CCTV footage crucial to case

Hyderabad blasts: 60 hours of CCTV footage crucial to case

Rediff.com23 Feb 2013

The 60 hours of CCTV footage obtained by the special cell of the Hyderabad police will be crucial in cracking the twin blasts case. The police have managed to get access to footage from four cameras installed near the Dilsusknagar blast site.

Qatar Airways-IndiGo in code share talks

Qatar Airways-IndiGo in code share talks

Rediff.com8 May 2013

The civil aviation ministry has increased the seat capacity between India and Abu Dhabi from 13,000 seats/week to over 50,000 seats/week

Raghunath, Sunil score in India's win over Netherlands

Raghunath, Sunil score in India's win over Netherlands

Rediff.com7 May 2013

Indian team began its preparations for the FIH Men's Hockey World League semi-finals with a 2-0 win over hosts Netherlands on Tuesday.

PIX: Neil Nitin Mukesh-Rukmini's fun sangeet

PIX: Neil Nitin Mukesh-Rukmini's fun sangeet

Rediff.com9 Feb 2017

A look at the celebrations.

Stats: Gambhir hits hat-trick of fifties in IPL 6

Stats: Gambhir hits hat-trick of fifties in IPL 6

Rediff.com17 Apr 2013

Gautam Gambhir became the first batsman to register three fifties in a row in the ongoing tournament -- 59 off 46 balls vs Bangalore; 53 off 45 balls vs Hyderabad and 60 off 39 balls vs Punjab.

LoC violence fall-out: India, Pak postpone water talks

LoC violence fall-out: India, Pak postpone water talks

Rediff.com27 Jan 2013

Talks between the water secretaries of India and Pakistan, which were scheduled to be held in Islamabad during January 28-29, have been put off against the backdrop of tensions between the neighbours over ceasefire violations along the Line of Control. "The talks have been postponed. New dates for the talks are yet to be decided," said an official of Pakistan's Foreign Office.

'Modi has to take back 50 crore girlfriend comment'

'Modi has to take back 50 crore girlfriend comment'

Rediff.com1 Nov 2012

The Delhi Commission for Women on Thursday demanded an apology from Gujarat Chief Minister Narendra Modi for his comments against Shashi Tharoor's wife Sunanda Pushkar.Modi had reportedly referred to Sunanda as a "50 crore girlfriend" during an election rally.

India stay in 5th spot in ICC Test rankings

India stay in 5th spot in ICC Test rankings

Rediff.com16 Jan 2013

India retained the number five position, while South Africa further consolidated their lead in the latest ICC Test Championship rankings issued on Tuesday.

India stay in 5th spot in ICC Test rankings

India stay in 5th spot in ICC Test rankings

Rediff.com16 Jan 2013

India retained the number five position, while South Africa further consolidated their lead in the latest ICC Test Championship rankings issued on Tuesday.

1981 AI hijack: All 5 accused are absconding, says court

1981 AI hijack: All 5 accused are absconding, says court

Rediff.com17 Oct 2012

Five alleged Sikh militants accused of hijacking an Air India plane to Pakistan in 1981 and were deported back to India after serving life term faced the prospect of being declared proclaimed offenders by a Delhi court if they fail to appear before it on December 3.

Virbhadra terms graft allegations 'cheap political stunt'

Virbhadra terms graft allegations 'cheap political stunt'

Rediff.com13 Oct 2012

Dismissing allegations that he had received money from a private steel company, former Union minister Virbhadra Singh on Saturday threatened legal action against all the people behind the "motivated campaign".

President's medal winner ran terror module in Kashmir?

President's medal winner ran terror module in Kashmir?

Rediff.com4 Jun 2013

A recipient of President's gallantry award, Sub Inspector Shiv Kumar Sharma was arrested in Doda for his alleged involvement in terror activities

Vinod Mehta: Sanjay Gandhi was the king of India; his mother was No 2

Vinod Mehta: Sanjay Gandhi was the king of India; his mother was No 2

Rediff.com13 Mar 2013

'There was a court around Sanjay Gandhi; there is now a court around Sonia Gandhi. I think there's still a great belief in the Congress that one way to rise in the party is to be utterly and totally loyal to the Gandhi family,' Vinod Mehta tells Rediff.com's Saisuresh Sivaswamy.

Ram Singh's death murder or suicide? Autopsy report today

Ram Singh's death murder or suicide? Autopsy report today

Rediff.com12 Mar 2013

Delhi gang-rape accused Ram Singh's autopsy will be done on Tuesday at the All India Institute of Medical Sciences, clearing all doubts on his death inside Tihar Jail.

Lahiri retains title after play-off at SAIL-SBI Open

Lahiri retains title after play-off at SAIL-SBI Open

Rediff.com9 Mar 2013

India's Anirban Lahiri successfully defended his title at the SAIL-SBI Open following a thrilling play-off victory over compatriot Rashid Khan in New Delhi on Saturday.

'I can't believe I'm playing Anandi in Balika Vadhu!'

'I can't believe I'm playing Anandi in Balika Vadhu!'

Rediff.com4 Mar 2013

Meet actress Toral Rasputra, the new face of Anandi.

Modi to launch India Post Payments Bank on August 21

Modi to launch India Post Payments Bank on August 21

Rediff.com9 Aug 2018

The Department of Posts was one of the 11 entities to get the in-principle nod from the Reserve Bank of India in 2015 for setting up a payments bank.

Sports Minister Rathore's plan to promote sports in schools

Sports Minister Rathore's plan to promote sports in schools

Rediff.com6 Aug 2018

Rajyavardhan Rathore said that a games period will be made mandatory in schools after reducing the syllabus by 50 per cent by next year.

Centre's nod for Ambedkar Memorial at Indu Mills

Centre's nod for Ambedkar Memorial at Indu Mills

Rediff.com5 Dec 2012

Decks have been cleared by the Centre to transfer the prime land at Indu Mills in Mumbai to the Maharashtra government for constructing a memorial for B R Amedkar. "The government of India has taken a view to make available this land for use to the government of Maharashtra for the construction of a befitting memorial," Textiles Minister Anand Sharma said in identical statements in the Lok Sabha and the Rajya Sabha on Wednesday.

Domino's to drop 'Pizza' in global re-branding

Domino's to drop 'Pizza' in global re-branding

Rediff.com31 Aug 2012

The leader in pizza delivery, which is set to go for an image makeover in the US market beginning October, will take the new brand identity to all its major international markets, said Richard Allison, executive vice-president, Domino's Pizza International.

BCCI announces Rs 20 lakh cash prize for India U-19 squad

BCCI announces Rs 20 lakh cash prize for India U-19 squad

Rediff.com26 Aug 2012

The Board Of Control For Cricket In India on Sunday announced a cash prize of Rs 20 lakh each for members of the Indian team which lifted its third Under-19 World Cup title in Townsville after defeating defending champions Australia.

VW Gol is the world's best selling small car; Maruti Alto comes second

VW Gol is the world's best selling small car; Maruti Alto comes second

Rediff.com10 Jan 2013

The Alto received this title in 2010 and retained it for the following year as well, however in 2012, the top spot was stolen by VW Gol which is a sort of Brazil's Alto.

India 'A' beat England by 53 runs in warm-up game

India 'A' beat England by 53 runs in warm-up game

Rediff.com6 Jan 2013

India 'A' provided some cheer amidst disappointing show by the senior team as they comprehensively beat England by 53 runs under the Duckworth/Lewis method in the first warm-up match, being held at the Palam Airforce Ground in New Delhi on Sunday.

Turner shuts down Imagine TV

Turner shuts down Imagine TV

Rediff.com13 Apr 2012

Turner Broadcasting System has decided to shut down its Hindi general entertainment channel, Imagine TV. It had acquired the channel from NDTV in 2010.

Sebi to issue guidelines soon on e-IPOs

Sebi to issue guidelines soon on e-IPOs

Rediff.com6 Jul 2012

An e-IPO is a mechanism through which investment in public offerings can be done online without signing any physical documents.

Siddle defends sitting out third South Africa Test

Siddle defends sitting out third South Africa Test

Rediff.com5 Dec 2012

Australia paceman Peter Siddle has hit back at criticism of his omission for the third and final Test against South Africa, saying his participation would have risked a long-term injury that might have ultimately hurt his side more.

Beckham helping Galaxy in Kaka bid

Beckham helping Galaxy in Kaka bid

Rediff.com1 Dec 2012

David Beckham has been helping LA Galaxy in their bid to sign Brazilian playmaker Kaka from Real Madrid as his replacement, the Major League Soccer club's owner said.

Mustafa Ghouse toppled by qualifier

Mustafa Ghouse toppled by qualifier

Rediff.com17 Jun 2003

Brian Hung of Hong Kong was his conqueror in the first round of the ITF Satellite tournament.

FMs of India, Pak dine over ghazals by Ghulam Ali

FMs of India, Pak dine over ghazals by Ghulam Ali

Rediff.com9 Sep 2012

Over 'ghazals' by maestro Ghulam Ali, foreign ministers of India and Pakistan dined at the end of their hectic deliberations on various bilateral issues in Islamabad.

3 Manipur policemen killed in militant ambush

3 Manipur policemen killed in militant ambush

Rediff.com15 Dec 2016

A Manipur Police commando and two police constables were killed while nine others were injured when militants ambushed road-opening parties at two different places in Chandel district of Manipur on Thursday.

Real Madrid agree on Modric deal with Spurs

Real Madrid agree on Modric deal with Spurs

Rediff.com27 Aug 2012

Real Madrid have agreed to sign Croatia playmaker Luka Modric from Tottenham Hotspur on a five-year contract as the stuttering Spanish champions look to tap into his guile and creativity to get their season back on track.

Dewan leads Haryana's reply to England's 521

Dewan leads Haryana's reply to England's 521

Rediff.com9 Nov 2012

Opener Rahul Dewan scored an unbeaten fifty after the bowlers shot out England in the morning session as Haryana put up an improved show against the visitors on the second day of the warm-up game, in Ahmedabad, on Friday. Haryana were 172 for 4 at stumps, after bowling out England for 521 in 118.2 overs.

'If it was only films, I'd have found it tough to survive'

'If it was only films, I'd have found it tough to survive'

Rediff.com9 Nov 2012

Sophie Choudry talks about her new single, Hungama Ho Gaya.