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STUNNING PHOTOS: Mumbai cops in action

STUNNING PHOTOS: Mumbai cops in action

Rediff.com5 Jan 2017

Here is the Mumbai Police Calendar 2017.

'Girls go on crash diets to get into a party dress'

'Girls go on crash diets to get into a party dress'

Rediff.com26 Nov 2015

Kanika Dhillon Kovelamudi talks about her inspiration to write Size Zero.

10 Shows To Watch During Lockdown

10 Shows To Watch During Lockdown

Rediff.com28 Apr 2020

Aseem Chhabra lists his 10 favourite non-Indian shows streaming in India -- classics as well as recent shows.

Fully built desi trainer aircraft readies to fly

Fully built desi trainer aircraft readies to fly

Rediff.com6 Feb 2016

In a boost to 'Make in India, the HTT-40 rolled out of the hangar with all its lights flashing and its cockpit powered on.

In Easter sermons, Australian church leaders urge forgiveness for disgraced cricketers

In Easter sermons, Australian church leaders urge forgiveness for disgraced cricketers

Rediff.com1 Apr 2018

A cheating scandal that has ripped through the core of Australia's most venerated pastime, cricket, prompted church leaders to provide guidance over the Easter weekend on how to emerge from the moral tailspin.

Stunning Images from the Underwater Photographer of the Year contest

Stunning Images from the Underwater Photographer of the Year contest

Rediff.com16 Feb 2017

The Underwater Photographer of the Year competition has announced the winners of this year's contest, with France's Gabriel Barathieu being named Underwater Photographer of the Year for an image of a hunting octopus. UPY was kind enough to share some of this year's honorees with us below.

Torch begins final race to stadium from beneath Rio's Christ

Torch begins final race to stadium from beneath Rio's Christ

Rediff.com5 Aug 2016

The Olympic torch was raised before Rio de Janeiro's iconic Christ the Redeemer statue on Friday on the final leg of its journey to the opening ceremony of the Olympics, as Brazil excitedly put the final touches to seven years of preparations.

8 simple asanas for beginners

8 simple asanas for beginners

Rediff.com16 Oct 2020

Yoga instructor and meditation expert Paloma Gangopadhyay shows you how to get started with yoga at home.

Dear Melania, know the Amdavad that welcomes you!

Dear Melania, know the Amdavad that welcomes you!

Rediff.com21 Feb 2020

As Melania Trump arrives in Ahmedabad, Sheela Bhatt offers the First Lady Of The United States a primer on one of India's oldest, and historic, cities.

Manchester United target Jose Mourinho speaks out on future

Manchester United target Jose Mourinho speaks out on future

Rediff.com24 Feb 2016

Jose Mourinho says he is in the dark about a possible switch to Manchester United but that he hopes to be back in football this summer. The Portuguese, who was sacked as manager by Chelsea in December despite winning the English title last year, has been heavily tipped by British media to take over from current United head coach Louis van Gaal in June but he was coy when asked by students at Singapore's North Light secondary school. "That's the one million dollar question and nobody knows and I'm the first one not to know," Mourinho replied to the young United fan who asked if he would be heading to Old Trafford for next season. "The reality is I like football so much and I miss football so when I get the chance to come back I will come back but I have to wait to see what happens." Asked by a Chelsea-supporting student to look back on his experience and two spells with the London club, Mourinho had mixed feelings.

Solar aircraft on a world tour lands in Ahmedabad

Solar aircraft on a world tour lands in Ahmedabad

Rediff.com11 Mar 2015

From Varanasi. it will fly to Mandalay in Myanmar.

Afghanistan will succeed when terror no longer flows across border: PM

Afghanistan will succeed when terror no longer flows across border: PM

Rediff.com25 Dec 2015

Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated Afghanistan's new Parliament built by India in Kabul

Tapovan, home of the ancient sages, still works its magic

Tapovan, home of the ancient sages, still works its magic

Rediff.com21 Nov 2016

'What struck me was how content the hermit seemed in his little cave, not at all self-conscious in proclaiming that it was the grace of Shiva that had brought him to Tapovan and it was Shiva who would look after him.'

See the wonderful world through the eyes of National Geographic!

See the wonderful world through the eyes of National Geographic!

Rediff.com4 May 2017

National Geographic launched its annual Travel Photographer of the Year contest, calling on photographers around the world to submit their work in one of three categories: nature, people or cities.

How will India handle Pakistan's next attack?

How will India handle Pakistan's next attack?

Rediff.com3 Mar 2019

'Offensive operations to capture objectives across the LoC to eliminate terrorist launch pads and deny the use of the most dangerous routes of infiltration, are likely to be limited to brigade-level attacks.' 'These limited operations are unlikely to escalate to war across the international boundary,' says Brigadier Gurmeet Kanwal (retd).

Confusion prevails over how Baramulla martyr died

Confusion prevails over how Baramulla martyr died

Rediff.com3 Oct 2016

It is not known whether the BSF personnel was killed by the terrorists or had fallen victim to 'friendly fire'.

Bihar flood toll reaches 28; IAF drops relief material

Bihar flood toll reaches 28; IAF drops relief material

Rediff.com30 Sep 2019

The disaster management department said that the state government has urged the Indian Air Force to send a helicopter for air-dropping of food packets and other relief material in marooned areas.

The A to Z of 2020

The A to Z of 2020

Rediff.com31 Dec 2020

We present our alphabet of 2020, pulling in everything you'll remember about this year we'd rather forget.

Congress threatens GST over government's Gandhi 'vendetta'

Congress threatens GST over government's Gandhi 'vendetta'

Rediff.com8 Dec 2015

The government wants to introduce a nationwide goods and services tax to revive its stalled reform programme.

Aguero hits five as Man City crush Newcastle to go top

Aguero hits five as Man City crush Newcastle to go top

Rediff.com3 Oct 2015

Sergio Aguero scored five times in 20 minutes including an eight-minute hat-trick as Manchester City came from behind to thrash Newcastle United 6-1 and go back to the top of the Premier League table on Saturday.

UK shuts UFO special desk over lack of proof of aliens

UK shuts UFO special desk over lack of proof of aliens

Rediff.com21 Jun 2013

Britain closed its special Unidentified Flying Object desk in 2009 despite a surge in reported sightings, saying it served "no defence purpose" and was taking staff away from more valuable defence-related activities, according to newly released archival documents on Friday.

'I feel most loved when my dad slaps me'

'I feel most loved when my dad slaps me'

Rediff.com17 Jun 2019

Bollywood remembers their daddies on Father's Day.

Has Tony Fernandes got AirAsia stuck in turbulence?

Has Tony Fernandes got AirAsia stuck in turbulence?

Rediff.com9 Jun 2018

One thing is certain: The part-Goan, part-Malayali group CEO of Air Asia is not your usual boardroom CEO, and he cultivates the maverick businessman image, buying race car teams and football clubs and taking off-beat bets with his mentor and now buddy Richard Branson of Virgin.

Review: Manchester by the Sea is bruising

Review: Manchester by the Sea is bruising

Rediff.com23 Feb 2017

The film's genius is not in its ability to provide answers. Rather, it expands our empathy and forces us to locate the sublime within the unbearable, says Vikram Johri.

14 Jerseys to look out for at 2018 FIFA World Cup

14 Jerseys to look out for at 2018 FIFA World Cup

Rediff.com12 Jun 2018

No one expects Nigeria to win, but by now everyone knows that shirt...

Check out what India is buying for its defence services!

Check out what India is buying for its defence services!

Rediff.com9 Feb 2016

'The range of purchases throw a light on India's threat perception as also its perceived role of being a stabilising influence in the region,' says Brigadier S K Chatterji (retd).

Inspired by Kohli and Smith, Root determined to do things his way

Inspired by Kohli and Smith, Root determined to do things his way

Rediff.com16 Feb 2017

England's new Test captain Joe Root said he will try to put his "own stamp" on the team, but will seek advice from former skipper Alastair Cook and the other senior players whenever he needs to.

Chelsea well on way to grab EPL title but can Arsenal catch them?

Chelsea well on way to grab EPL title but can Arsenal catch them?

Rediff.com30 Apr 2015

Chelsea have been accused of being boring but they will not mind one bit if they beat Crystal Palace at Stamford Bridge on Sunday to win the Premier League title for the first time in five years.

S P Balasubrahmanyam's TOP 50 Songs

S P Balasubrahmanyam's TOP 50 Songs

Rediff.com2 Oct 2020

Siva Sankar looks at S P Balasubrahmanyam's fantastic repertoire.

3rd ODI: Destructive Dhawan leads India to another series win

3rd ODI: Destructive Dhawan leads India to another series win

Rediff.com17 Dec 2017

Shikhar Dhawan struck a sublime hundred in the nick of time as India delivered yet again in a series decider to beat Sri Lanka by eight wickets in the third ODI and record their eighth successive win in a bilateral contest.

'Well-prepared' Del Piero ready for 'new beginning' in ISL

'Well-prepared' Del Piero ready for 'new beginning' in ISL

Rediff.com18 Sep 2014

To the few uninitiated, Alessandro Del Piero, garlanded with marigold, was mistaken for a Hollywood star before football aficionados sent across the message that the biggest attraction of the inaugural Indian Super League had just landed in New Delhi.

Images that will make you go OMG!

Images that will make you go OMG!

Rediff.com20 Jul 2015

Photographs from moments that shaped the world last week.

Indigenous fighter Tejas receives initial operational clearance

Indigenous fighter Tejas receives initial operational clearance

Rediff.com20 Dec 2013

In a major milestone in the country's military aviation, indigenous supersonic fighter aircraft LCA-Tejas on Friday received the Initial Operational Clearance, that takes it a step closer to its induction into the Indian Air Force squadron.

How ISRO's new satellite will change India's Internet

How ISRO's new satellite will change India's Internet

Rediff.com5 Jun 2017

A truly 'made in India' satellite that will empower a digital India.

Neptune-sized planet lurks at edge of our solar system

Neptune-sized planet lurks at edge of our solar system

Rediff.com21 Jan 2016

The planet, which is supposed to be far beyond the orbit of Pluto, is being called as 'planet nine' by astronomers.

What Lessons can India Learn from Japan?

What Lessons can India Learn from Japan?

Rediff.com8 Apr 2020

'Both India and Japan can find themselves in a win-win situation if they draw some lessons from each other's strengths,' says Dr Rajaram Panda.

Tejas jets of Flying Daggers 45 join IAF

Tejas jets of Flying Daggers 45 join IAF

Rediff.com1 Jul 2016

Indian Air Force on Friday raised its first squadron of the home-grown Light Combat Aircraft Tejas with the induction of two aircraft into the force at the Aircraft System Testing Establishment in Bengaluru.

Opinion: Why Modi deserves another chance

Opinion: Why Modi deserves another chance

Rediff.com8 Jan 2019

'Genuine mistakes can and must be forgiven,' argues Vivek Gumaste.

Serie A: Beaten Inter's lead cut; Juventus, Napoli win easy

Serie A: Beaten Inter's lead cut; Juventus, Napoli win easy

Rediff.com21 Dec 2015

Inter Milan's lead at the top of Serie A was cut when they lost 2-1 at home to Lazio on Sunday while AS Roma beat Genoa 2-0 to record their first win in eight games and ease the pressure on under-fire coach Rudi Garcia.

When President Kalam doubled up as an IAF pilot

When President Kalam doubled up as an IAF pilot

Rediff.com28 Jul 2015

On June 8, 2006, President APJ Abdul Kalam became the first Head of State to fly a fighter plane, when he flew the Sukhoi-30 MKI at the Lohegaon Air Force Base in Pune.