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Women We Admire: India's Trailblazing Pilots

Women We Admire: India's Trailblazing Pilots

Rediff.com9 Mar 2025

We celebrate the pioneering achievements of Captain Durba Banerjee and Avani Chaturvedi, leaders in Indian aviation.

EPL PIX: Newcastle up to third with Crystal Palace thrashing

EPL PIX: Newcastle up to third with Crystal Palace thrashing

Rediff.com17 Apr 2025

Newcastle United thumped Crystal Palace 5-0 at St James' Park on Wednesday to go third in the Premier League table with a sixth consecutive win in all competitions as Jacob Murphy scored one goal and set up another.

Beat The Heat, Bollywood Style

Beat The Heat, Bollywood Style

Rediff.com24 Mar 2025

It's time to slip into the fun and freshness of summer fashion like Bollywood's super stylish beauties.

'It Was Madness'

'It Was Madness'

Rediff.com10 May 2025

'Even known names and social media handles went berserk by stating that Karachi has been attacked and an F-16 was shot down.'

After The Ceasefire: What Can India Expect?

After The Ceasefire: What Can India Expect?

Rediff.com12 May 2025

'One good outcome of Operation Sindoor -- perhaps, its best outcome -- could be that India has resumed meaningful contact directly with Pakistan at the military-to-military level,' observes Ambassador M K Bhadrakumar.

PIX: Barcelona hold Inter in six-goal Champions League thriller

PIX: Barcelona hold Inter in six-goal Champions League thriller

Rediff.com1 May 2025

Images from the Champions League semi-final first leg between Barcelona and Inter Milan at Estadi Olimpic Lluis Companys, Barcelona, Spain, on Wednesday.

Actor Vir Das slams Air India for wheelchair fiasco, airline apologises

Actor Vir Das slams Air India for wheelchair fiasco, airline apologises

Rediff.com15 Apr 2025

Comedian-actor Vir Das criticized Air India for failing to provide a wheelchair for his wife, who was recovering from a fractured foot, despite pre-booking it on the airline's Pranaam service. Air India admitted the experience fell "short of expectations" and said there was a delay, not a denial, in providing the wheelchair. Das detailed his experience on social media, highlighting a series of issues during his flight from Mumbai to Delhi, including a broken table and leg rests, a stuck seat, and difficulty in getting a wheelchair at the airport.

Djokovic opens up on 'surreal' bond with coach Murray

Djokovic opens up on 'surreal' bond with coach Murray

Rediff.com26 Mar 2025

Novak Djokovic said working with coach Andy Murray still felt a bit surreal but it offered him the opportunity to finally build a personal relationship with the Scot after their long rivalry on court.

Chitrangda's Jalwa Never Fades

Chitrangda's Jalwa Never Fades

Rediff.com15 Mar 2025

From dazzling sequins to ethereal saris, her style is playful yet sophisticated.

Operation Sindoor is India's policy against terrorism

Operation Sindoor is India's policy against terrorism

Rediff.com12 May 2025

Presenting the full text of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's address to the nation on May 12, 2025, in which he dictated India's new doctrines on countering terrorism.

Why China Shield's Pakistan's Terror Agenda

Why China Shield's Pakistan's Terror Agenda

Rediff.com16 May 2025

'It is typical of China's strategic deception of making virtue out of necessity,' observes Rup Narayan Das.

Myanmar earthquake: ISRO reveals before and after images

Myanmar earthquake: ISRO reveals before and after images

Rediff.com1 Apr 2025

ISRO's Cartosat-3 satellite captured images of the damage caused by the 7.7 magnitude earthquake in Myanmar on March 28. The images show significant damage in Mandalay and Sagaing cities, including the complete collapse of the historic Ava (InnWa) Bridge near Inn Wa City. The earthquake also caused cracks and ground ruptures in the flood plains of the Irrawaddy River.

Sunny skies for Reits, with a high chance of growth

Sunny skies for Reits, with a high chance of growth

Rediff.com5 Nov 2024

After lagging behind benchmarks and broader indices over the past five years, real estate investment trusts (Reits) have outperformed them since the start of 2024. The four listed Reits have posted an average return of 16 per cent year-to-date, compared to 9.9 per cent for the S&P BSE Sensex and 11 per cent for the National Stock Exchange Nifty.

LSG Vs SRH: Run Out Or Catch? Vote!

LSG Vs SRH: Run Out Or Catch? Vote!

Rediff.com28 Mar 2025

Despite a few flashes of brilliance in the field, LSG's missed opportunities proved costly in a game where the bat did most of the talking.

Aviation ministry seeks FinMin help to boost aircraft leasing at GIFT City

Aviation ministry seeks FinMin help to boost aircraft leasing at GIFT City

Rediff.com23 Apr 2025

To enable Indian banks and financial institutions to develop an aircraft-leasing ecosystem at GIFT City, the Ministry of Civil Aviation has sought support from the Ministry of Finance. It has also raised concern over slow progress in developing aircraft leasing in India.

Red alert issued in Kerala's Palakkad for high UV radiation

Red alert issued in Kerala's Palakkad for high UV radiation

Rediff.com13 Mar 2025

The Kerala State Disaster Management Authority (KSDMA) has declared a red alert in Palakkad district due to high levels of ultraviolet radiation. The UV index has been recorded at 11, with the highest levels occurring between 10 am and 3 pm. The KSDMA has advised the public to take safety precautions, including wearing protective clothing, hats, and sunglasses, and avoiding prolonged exposure to direct sunlight.

Inside India's Dressing Room...

Inside India's Dressing Room...

Rediff.com10 Mar 2025

Laughter echoed off the walls, and as is tradition with every big win, the customary cake-cutting took centre stage.

'Akshay Kumar Is Our Thanos'

'Akshay Kumar Is Our Thanos'

Rediff.com6 Jan 2025

'The uniform really makes you feel powerful.'

Bangladesh court issues arrest warrants against Hasina, son in land case

Bangladesh court issues arrest warrants against Hasina, son in land case

Rediff.com15 Apr 2025

A court in Bangladesh has issued fresh arrest warrants against former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, her son Sajeeb Wajed, and 16 others in two cases related to alleged irregularities in allocating residential plots on the outskirts of the capital. The warrants were issued based on chargesheets filed by the Anti Corruption Commission (ACC), which alleges that Hasina and her family members illegally acquired plots in Purbachal New Town by abusing state power. The court has ordered police to submit a report by April 29 on the progress of executing the warrants. This is the latest in a series of legal actions against Hasina and her family members since her Awami League regime was toppled last year in a student-led mass uprising.

Was Hardik's 42 The Best Of The Night?

Was Hardik's 42 The Best Of The Night?

Rediff.com8 Apr 2025

Hardik Pandya walked out with the scoreboard reading 99 for 4, and a daunting 222 to chase. The Wankhede was subdued, the Mumbai Indians innings gasping after SKY's stuttering knock. What followed was a spell of breathtaking power-hitting that nearly flipped the game -- and left the crowd in awe.

Nora, Alia Go Bling-Bling In...

Nora, Alia Go Bling-Bling In...

Rediff.com13 Mar 2025

These aren't just wearing saris; they're offering masterclasses in sequinned storytelling.

Liverpool sink Everton to stay on title track

Liverpool sink Everton to stay on title track

Rediff.com3 Apr 2025

Liverpool continued their march towards the Premier League title with a 1-0 victory over Everton in a scrappy Merseyside derby as Diogo Jota slotted home the winner in the second half on Wednesday.

Will Hardik's Luck Rub Off On MI Soon?

Will Hardik's Luck Rub Off On MI Soon?

Rediff.com5 Apr 2025

LSG set MI 204 to win and the visitors fell short by 12 runs. Here are best bowlers of the night...

EPL PIX: Arsenal edge Newcastle; Forest keep hopes alive

EPL PIX: Arsenal edge Newcastle; Forest keep hopes alive

Rediff.com19 May 2025

Arsenal snapped a season-long jinx against Newcastle United with a nervy 1-0 win in their last Premier League home game on Sunday.

F1: Testing resumes after power outage on Bahrain track

F1: Testing resumes after power outage on Bahrain track

Rediff.com26 Feb 2025

Drivers returned to the pits, under a darkening sky, with engineers using torches in the garages before back-up generators came on and the session resumed about an hour later.

What Made Shaji N Karun A Master Film-Maker

What Made Shaji N Karun A Master Film-Maker

Rediff.com29 Apr 2025

With Piravi, Shaji N Karun joined the select group of great masters of film. Malayalam once upon a time used to produce such films. Today, it is only mindless violence, politics and grotesque humour. The films have no soul, although they are technically quite good. With Shaji's passing, and earlier with his mentor G Aravindan's untimely death, an era is coming to an end. Rajeev Srinivasan salutes the master, who passed into the ages on April 28.

Krunal Pandya's Final Over Seals Historic RCB Win At Wankhede

Krunal Pandya's Final Over Seals Historic RCB Win At Wankhede

Rediff.com8 Apr 2025

Under pressure, with Mumbai Indians needing 19 off the last six balls, Krunal held his nerve, delivering a clutch performance that will be remembered for seasons to come.

PIX: Murphy brace as Newcastle pile misery on Leicester

PIX: Murphy brace as Newcastle pile misery on Leicester

Rediff.com8 Apr 2025

Eddie Howe's side were ruthless in boosting their Champions League qualification hopes while 19th-placed Leicester became the first side in English Football League history to suffer eight successive home league defeats without scoring.

The Many, MANY Jobs Of Akshay Kumar

The Many, MANY Jobs Of Akshay Kumar

Rediff.com15 Apr 2025

Before he plays a lawyer in Kesari 2 next, Sukanya Verma looks at the professions Akshay has acted on screen before.

Beware SKY, The Prankster!

Beware SKY, The Prankster!

Rediff.com25 May 2023

You can make out from his cheeky grin and the glint in his eye that Suryakumar Yadav is a prankster when he is not at the crease whalloping the ball to every part of the ground.

Is Wamiqa Getting Married? She Tells Us

Is Wamiqa Getting Married? She Tells Us

Rediff.com11 Apr 2025

'When I meet someone and feel something, and start dreaming about a big wedding, I will...'

Aero India: Army, IAF chiefs take sortie in Tejas

Aero India: Army, IAF chiefs take sortie in Tejas

Rediff.com9 Feb 2025

Air Chief Marshal A P Singh and Chief of the Army Staff General Upendra Dwivedi on Sunday set the tone for the grand Aero India-2025 by flying in the Light Combat Aircraft (LCA) Tejas in Bengaluru at Yelahanka based Air Force Station.

MI's Vignesh Puthur Impresses On Debut

MI's Vignesh Puthur Impresses On Debut

Rediff.com24 Mar 2025

On day two of IPL 2025, 24-year-old Vignesh Puthur left teammates and spectators in awe with a performance that showed class and maturity.

GT Vs MI: Who Bowled Best? VOTE!

GT Vs MI: Who Bowled Best? VOTE!

Rediff.com30 Mar 2025

Here's how the bowlers fared in Ahmedabad...

Was Miller's Catch The Turning Point?

Was Miller's Catch The Turning Point?

Rediff.com9 Apr 2025

Aiden Markram held on to three crucial catches, while Miller had the big fish.

Watch The Sukhoi Su-30 MKI Soar!

Watch The Sukhoi Su-30 MKI Soar!

Rediff.com10 Feb 2025

Watch the splendour of the Sukhoi Su-30 MKI as it soars gracefully through the skies, showcasing its power and precision at Aero India 2025.

'Ashwani has armoury to become a top-class bowler'

'Ashwani has armoury to become a top-class bowler'

Rediff.com1 Apr 2025

Jaffer appreciated Ashwani's skill-set, as someone capable of bowling close to 140 kmph, having a great bouncer and yorker.

Dust storm, rain lash Delhi, trees uprooted; 15 flights diverted

Dust storm, rain lash Delhi, trees uprooted; 15 flights diverted

Rediff.com12 Apr 2025

A strong dust storm and gusty winds followed by rain hit Delhi-NCR on Friday evening, causing trees to be uprooted in several parts and leading to traffic congestion. Thunderstorms caused power disruptions in several parts of the city, primarily due to trees and branches falling on electricity cables. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued an orange alert, recommending people stay indoors and avoid unnecessary travel.

How Nehra's coaching style is transforming Gujarat Titans

How Nehra's coaching style is transforming Gujarat Titans

Rediff.com4 Apr 2025

As GT gears up to face Sunrisers Hyderabad in the 2025 season, Nehra reaffirmed his confidence in captain Shubman Gill, who is in his second season as the franchise's leader.

Janhvi, Vaani, Zaara Get Gorgeously Blingy

Janhvi, Vaani, Zaara Get Gorgeously Blingy

Rediff.com27 Feb 2025

Shine brighter than a diamond with holographic fashion!