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'Saiyaara Stars Are Ready To Take Over Bollywood'

'Saiyaara Stars Are Ready To Take Over Bollywood'

Rediff.com12 Aug 2025

'They were born stars the day they were selected for this film.'

15 Wickets, 342 Runs: One Wild Day

15 Wickets, 342 Runs: One Wild Day

Rediff.com2 Aug 2025

Siraj was the day's hero and India have pulled ahead, but England are not out of the contest by any stretch of imagination.

'The Most Heart-Stopping Aviation Experience'

'The Most Heart-Stopping Aviation Experience'

Rediff.com1 Jul 2025

'A last-second aborted landing at Mumbai airport left us speechless.'

Special Ops 2 Review: Dizzyingly Fast

Special Ops 2 Review: Dizzyingly Fast

Rediff.com18 Jul 2025

Special Ops 2 captures the spirit of the modern-day spy thriller and runs with it, observes Deepa Gahlot.

More to Dhankhar's resignation than health issues: Congress

More to Dhankhar's resignation than health issues: Congress

Rediff.com22 Jul 2025

The Congress on Tuesday claimed that there are "far deeper reasons" for Jagdeep Dhankhar's resignation as the vice president than the health reasons cited by him, and said his resignation speaks highly of him but poorly of those who got him elected to the post.

'Lord's win a testament to England's adaptability'

'Lord's win a testament to England's adaptability'

Rediff.com21 Jul 2025

England's 22-run victory against India at Lord's was a shining example of the team's ability to break free from their one-dimensional aggressive brand of cricket and adapt as per the need of the hour, pacer Brydon Carse said ahead of fourth Test starting in Manchester on Wednesday.

Root gets reprieve, Gavaskar slams umpiring

Root gets reprieve, Gavaskar slams umpiring

Rediff.com14 Jul 2025

Joe Root was on 36 and digging in when Mohammed Siraj angled one in that rapped him square on the pads. The Indians went up in unison. But umpire Paul Reiffel stood his ground.

PIX: Chelsea trounce PSG to win Club World Cup

PIX: Chelsea trounce PSG to win Club World Cup

Rediff.com14 Jul 2025

Cole Palmer scored twice as the Chelsea proved too good for the Parisians, fresh off their maiden Champions League triumph last month.

Back from space, what awaits astronaut Shuks at home

Back from space, what awaits astronaut Shuks at home

Rediff.com17 Jul 2025

Kamna Shukla, wife of astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla, shares plans for his homecoming after his 18-day mission on the International Space Station, emphasizing family time and simple pleasures.

'The Big Stars Are Feeling The Heat'

'The Big Stars Are Feeling The Heat'

Rediff.com17 Jul 2025

'The money crunch will be there for people who are used to having a certain kind of remuneration.' 'Work opportunities are less, even for technicians who work in the industry.'

'Jaldi hi dharti pe...': Shuks to begin return journey today

'Jaldi hi dharti pe...': Shuks to begin return journey today

Rediff.com14 Jul 2025

The Axiom-4 mission marked the return to space for India, Poland and Hungary after over four decades.

'Everyone Wanted To Know Why I Had Killed Off Amitabh'

'Everyone Wanted To Know Why I Had Killed Off Amitabh'

Rediff.com22 Aug 2025

'I make films which I think have the possibility of being liked by a majority of people, and you present it with the right emotions.'

5 Reasons Why Saiyaara Is A BLOCKBUSTER

5 Reasons Why Saiyaara Is A BLOCKBUSTER

Rediff.com31 Jul 2025

'Gen Z was devoid of love stories with sad endings like Heer Ranjha, Laila Majnu or Romeo Juliet; they have never seen something like this in their lifetime.' 'Saiyaara is a rooted love story.'

I took a life jacket, jumped into sea: Passenger recounts ferry mishap

I took a life jacket, jumped into sea: Passenger recounts ferry mishap

Rediff.com19 Dec 2024

Thirteen people died and 99 others were rescued after a Navy speed boat crashed into a ferry off the Mumbai coast on Wednesday afternoon. The ferry was on its way to Elephanta Island, a popular tourist attraction near Mumbai. Eyewitnesses reported seeing the Navy boat moving in circles at high speed before the collision. The Navy personnel in the craft died after his leg was cut in the accident. The ferry did not have enough life jackets for all the passengers.

The Lady Who Inspired Anupam Kher To Direct Again After 23 Years

The Lady Who Inspired Anupam Kher To Direct Again After 23 Years

Rediff.com30 Jun 2025

There's a reason why Anupam Kher directed Tanvi The Great.

Analysts bullish on HDFC Life post Q3 results; Nomura upgrades to 'Buy'

Analysts bullish on HDFC Life post Q3 results; Nomura upgrades to 'Buy'

Rediff.com17 Jan 2025

HDFC Life Insurance Company (HDFC Life) delivered a strong performance in the December quarter of the current financial year (Q3FY25), exceeding market expectations with robust earnings growth. The company reported a 13.7 per cent year-on-year (Y-o-Y) increase in net profit to Rs 414.9 crore in the quarter. The value of new business (VNB) rose 8.6 per cent Y-o-Y to Rs 930 crore, compared to Rs 856 crore in the corresponding quarter of the previous year.

The Courage Of A Soldier's Wife

The Courage Of A Soldier's Wife

Rediff.com11 Jul 2025

'Please don't worry about casualties. It is a professional hazard beyond our control,' wrote Kargil Hero Major Padmapani Acharya in his last letter from the battlefield.

'This Is The Golden Age Of Chess In India'

'This Is The Golden Age Of Chess In India'

Rediff.com29 Jul 2025

Former women's World champion Susan Polgar believes Indian chess is riding a wave of success and predicted a bright future for the sport in the country.

The Legend of M T Vasudevan Nair Lives On

The Legend of M T Vasudevan Nair Lives On

Rediff.com15 Jul 2025

No author in the Malayalam literary canon has influenced and profoundly changed the way normal people interact with each other than the ever-relevant, eclectic yet elusive body of work left behind by MT Vasudevan Nair, notes Arjun Menon.

Sister's wish powers Akash Deep's Edgbaston heroics

Sister's wish powers Akash Deep's Edgbaston heroics

Rediff.com7 Jul 2025

Akash Deep might never have risen from personal tragedy had it not been for his elder sister Akhand Jyoti, who is now fighting her own battle with Stage 3 colon cancer.

Pujara recalls late mum's advice at wife's book launch

Pujara recalls late mum's advice at wife's book launch

Rediff.com6 Jun 2025

Pujara recalled the struggles made by his parents to support his career.

Housefull 5 All Set To Hit 100 Cr!

Housefull 5 All Set To Hit 100 Cr!

Rediff.com9 Jun 2025

The film has already earned Rs 90 crore and is all set to enter the Rs 100 Crore Club today, June 9.

Yoga Special, Day 2: Virabhadrasana II, The Warrior II Pose

Yoga Special, Day 2: Virabhadrasana II, The Warrior II Pose

Rediff.com17 Jun 2025

Welcome to Day 2 of Rediff's week-long celebration of Yoga ahead of the International Day of Yoga. Today, learn about Virabhadrasana II or the Warrior II Pose.

Shuks begins return journey as Axiom-4 successfully undocks

Shuks begins return journey as Axiom-4 successfully undocks

Rediff.com14 Jul 2025

The Axiom-4 has successfully undocked and is making its way back to Earth, as observed by Axiom Space and the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) on Monday.

'Militants, Fundamentalists Are Running The Show In Bangladesh'

'Militants, Fundamentalists Are Running The Show In Bangladesh'

Rediff.com6 Aug 2025

'Militants are taking over the administration. Fundamentalists have been released from jail.'

Smith, Brook slam tons but Siraj gives India big lead

Smith, Brook slam tons but Siraj gives India big lead

Rediff.com5 Jul 2025

India finished day three of the second Test on 64/1 to lead England by 244 runs after they dismissed the hosts for 407 in the first innings at Edgbaston on Friday.

Shuks eyes Gaganyaan after historic ISS mission

Shuks eyes Gaganyaan after historic ISS mission

Rediff.com15 Jul 2025

Astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla returns to Earth after an 18-day mission aboard the International Space Station, marking a significant milestone for India's space program and carrying out crucial scientific experiments.

'The Nature Of Jobs Will Change'

'The Nature Of Jobs Will Change'

Rediff.com22 Jul 2025

'This is the time to be creative, use AI in real-time operations, and unlock new demand and aspirations.'

'India Took Me To A Higher Place'

'India Took Me To A Higher Place'

Rediff.com5 Jun 2025

'Youngsters in India look up to the West as if it is the biggest accomplishment they need in life. It breaks my heart.'

'You Will See More Devastation In Uttarakhand'

'You Will See More Devastation In Uttarakhand'

Rediff.com6 Aug 2025

'The government only wakes up after devastation.' 'The government does not understand the gravity of the situation nor they do not want to understand the gravity of the situation.'

PHOTOS: Defiant India Fight to Live Another Day

PHOTOS: Defiant India Fight to Live Another Day

Rediff.com27 Jul 2025

England lead 2-1 in the series and victory at Old Trafford would seal it.

FIDE Women's WC: Humpy moves into semis after draw

FIDE Women's WC: Humpy moves into semis after draw

Rediff.com21 Jul 2025

Apart from Tan, top seed Tingjie Lei of China also made it to the semifinals at the expense of Nana Dzagnidze of Georgia.

Shuks' spacecraft to arrive with a sonic boom

Shuks' spacecraft to arrive with a sonic boom

Rediff.com15 Jul 2025

Astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla and the Axiom-4 mission crew successfully returned to Earth, splashing down off the coast of San Diego after an 18-day stay at the International Space Station.

'How To Keep Pressure On When Bumrah Isn't Bowling'

'How To Keep Pressure On When Bumrah Isn't Bowling'

Rediff.com2 Jul 2025

'When Bumrah is not bowling, we should go on the defensive and keep them all tied up.' 'Just stop the flow of runs and wickets will fall.'

'No Sane Pilot Would Shut Off Fuel'

'No Sane Pilot Would Shut Off Fuel'

Rediff.com21 Jul 2025

'In multi-pilot operations, no critical switch can be moved without the other pilot's consent.'

HC directs Prajwal Revanna to approach sessions court for bail

HC directs Prajwal Revanna to approach sessions court for bail

Rediff.com9 Jul 2025

The Karnataka High Court has directed suspended JD(S) leader Prajwal Revanna to approach the sessions court for bail in the rape case filed against him. The court clarified that Revanna could return to the HC if necessary, after the lower court considers his plea.

Shukla set to return: Here's what Axiom-4 crew is bringing back from space

Shukla set to return: Here's what Axiom-4 crew is bringing back from space

Rediff.com12 Jul 2025

Astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla and the Axiom-4 crew are completing experiments on the International Space Station (ISS) before their scheduled return to Earth.

Natural Leader, Siraj Basking in the Recognition

Natural Leader, Siraj Basking in the Recognition

Rediff.com4 Aug 2025

'He leads a lot of actions. And in this series so far, he's done it with the ball at times that we've needed somebody to put his hand up and create something.'

Odisha student death: CM announces ex gratia, Oppn calls bandh

Odisha student death: CM announces ex gratia, Oppn calls bandh

Rediff.com15 Jul 2025

Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi on Tuesday announced ex gratia of Rs 20 lakh for the family of the college student who died by setting herself on fire over alleged inaction on her sexual harassment complaint.

Lifestyle for environment likely to become national mission

Lifestyle for environment likely to become national mission

Rediff.com30 May 2025

Currently, the NAPCC has eight active missions across sectors like water, energy, and agriculture, aimed at addressing climate change.