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Bollywood stars to take on Sri Lankan cricketers

Bollywood stars to take on Sri Lankan cricketers

Rediff.com31 May 2010

The International Indian Film Academy (IIFA) has initiated a charity project to provide rehabilitation measures for the Tamil population of Sri Lanka that suffered due to a decades-old war between the country's defence forces and the rebel Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE).

Want to Curb Midnight Cravings? Mrunal's SUPER Tip

Want to Curb Midnight Cravings? Mrunal's SUPER Tip

Rediff.com25 Jun 2022

Who doesn't like a midnight snack once in a while?

A newbie's guide to Android!

A newbie's guide to Android!

Rediff.com31 Dec 2010

Ever thought about going deep and knowing Android inside out? Here's the right place...

China Will Never Get Ladakh!

China Will Never Get Ladakh!

Rediff.com31 Oct 2023

'It is flabbergasting to think that this heavenly region has, for decades, been coveted by India's aggressive neighbours,' says Claude Arpi after a recent visit to Ladakh. 'Wanting to use the newly created infrastructure to defend the borders after the clash of 2020 with China and the resulting standoffs, the home ministry is keen to boost border tourism to show that these areas are controlled by India.'

Going, going gone: This auction is for movie buffs!

Going, going gone: This auction is for movie buffs!

Rediff.com20 Sep 2019

Calling all film nerds. Rare and iconic memorabilia from some of history's most celebrated movies -- including the acceptance letter from Hogwarts in Harry Potter to the complete suit from Batman -- are going up for auction. Prop Store is putting 900 items -- valued at more than $7.5 million - up for sale over two days on September 30 and October 1 at London's BFI IMAX. Take a look at what's on sale.

Manikarnika: The war continues

Manikarnika: The war continues

Rediff.com31 Jan 2019

'Both Vidya Balan and Kangana Ranaut are very talented Bollywood actresses. But while one brings positivity and sunshine on the sets, the other brings gloom and anxiety whenever she appears.'

Review: War Chhod Na Yaar has some really good moments

Review: War Chhod Na Yaar has some really good moments

Rediff.com11 Oct 2013

The first half of War Chhod Na Yaar has the pitch-perfect tone of a war comedy with some real gems that bind the narrative, writes Nishi Tiwari.

BBC apologises as Gary Lineker returns to host 'Match of the Day'

BBC apologises as Gary Lineker returns to host 'Match of the Day'

Rediff.com13 Mar 2023

BCCI ended days of crisis after the broadcaster apologised and reinstated Gary Lineker as the host of his show the 'Match of the Day;

Yes, India Shone At The Oscars, But....

Yes, India Shone At The Oscars, But....

Rediff.com14 Mar 2023

India is shining, although I will argue that it is a temporary acceptance until India once again makes a mega-successful film like RRR or another beautiful, moving, documentary like The Elephant Whisperers, notes Aseem Chhabra.

Pixar directors win big in Venice

Pixar directors win big in Venice

Rediff.com8 Sep 2009

The directors bagged the Venice Film Festival's lifetime achievement award.

How India botched up its war against COVID-19

How India botched up its war against COVID-19

Rediff.com10 May 2021

India is in the midst of its biggest crisis since Independence. It is a national emergency and begs to be dealt with. Politics can wait. Lives need to be saved. We need to vaccinate India at a pace faster than any country in the world, asserts Ramesh Menon.

The Best Karan Johar Films On OTT

The Best Karan Johar Films On OTT

Rediff.com27 Jun 2023

Deepa Gahlot picks the top 10 Karan Johar films -- some that he directed and others that he produced or co-produced -- that you can watch on steaming platforms.

When robots turn soldiers

When robots turn soldiers

Rediff.com28 May 2009

If you still believe that real-world robots are benign, used as pets or to handle micro-surgeries and help human beings with domestic tasks like cleaning and maintenance or handle dangerous industrial tasks, you may want to think again.

Remembering Anglo-Indian Courage For The Motherland

Remembering Anglo-Indian Courage For The Motherland

Rediff.com28 Oct 2022

'Anglo-Indians have played a significant role at the forefront, meeting every challenge to the security of the motherland.' A fascinating excerpt from Barry O'Brien's The Anglo-Indians: A Portrait of a Community.

Oscars 2019: Rami Malek wins Best Actor

Oscars 2019: Rami Malek wins Best Actor

Rediff.com25 Feb 2019

The complete set of winners on Oscar night!

How Jio, Airtel are fighting the data war

How Jio, Airtel are fighting the data war

Rediff.com28 Jan 2018

The recognition that content - video in particular - will be the next big thing in the telecom wars requires no rocket science.

Coping with water wars

Coping with water wars

Rediff.com12 Apr 2016

The wars of the future will be fought over water and if they occur on large scale, will be far more devastating than any we have seen yet.

Why Is Ananya Trying To Change?

Why Is Ananya Trying To Change?

Rediff.com6 Nov 2022

Nimrat's celebrating... Mouni's thinking... Urvashi's strong statement...

Hayden Christensen to play Superman?

Hayden Christensen to play Superman?

Rediff.com31 Mar 2008

According to movie gossip websites, Christensen, the face of Anakin Skywalker -- who became Darth Vader -- in the recent Star Wars series, is playing one of the leading Hollywood superheroes, reports the Daily Telegraph.

Bollywood asks: 'Are we at war with Pakistan?'

Bollywood asks: 'Are we at war with Pakistan?'

Rediff.com8 Oct 2015

A look at the top tweets from your favourite Bollywood celebrities.

PIX: Kangna, Priyanka's star-studded bash for National award win

PIX: Kangna, Priyanka's star-studded bash for National award win

Rediff.com5 May 2015

When formerly warring stars throw a joint bash, are fireworks involved?

Oscars 2020: Joaquin, Renee, Brad win top awards

Oscars 2020: Joaquin, Renee, Brad win top awards

Rediff.com10 Feb 2020

The 92nd Annual Academy Awards hardly had any surprises up its sleeves. Here's a quick look at the winners.

'Kurbaan gave a shock to the system'

'Kurbaan gave a shock to the system'

Rediff.com8 Dec 2009

Director Rensil D'Silva tells us how he became a filmmaker, and how his family got over it.

'19 dead. 53 wounded. The battle was ferocious'

'19 dead. 53 wounded. The battle was ferocious'

Rediff.com20 Mar 2023

'In the 1971 War my battalion suffered 4 casualties after fighting for 14 days.' 'In Operation Blue Star, I lost 19 men in just one hour.'

'If you're a soldier, you have to put fear away'

'If you're a soldier, you have to put fear away'

Rediff.com18 Oct 2022

'I'm now living under threat, but life has to go on because as a soldier, you can't run away from it.'

'Prolonged ethnic conflict in Manipur can lead to a dangerous situation'

'Prolonged ethnic conflict in Manipur can lead to a dangerous situation'

Rediff.com31 May 2023

'The unfolding events indicate a dangerous internal security situation in Manipur and the region. It can have external ramifications also.'

Delhi cops nab Canada-based terrorist, 4 sharpshooters with Khalistan links

Delhi cops nab Canada-based terrorist, 4 sharpshooters with Khalistan links

Rediff.com29 Oct 2022

According to police, Lakhwinder Singh was nabbed from Sarai Kale Khan on September 24, and Gurjeet was apprehended near ISBT Kashmiri Gate on October 13.

'Pentagon didn't have to be asked': Biden if Putin uses nukes

'Pentagon didn't have to be asked': Biden if Putin uses nukes

Rediff.com12 Oct 2022

Biden, while not ruling out the meeting Putin at G20 meet, said that there are conditions attached.

First Look: Now you can be Obi-Wan Kenobi

First Look: Now you can be Obi-Wan Kenobi

Rediff.com6 Mar 2007

Alec Guinness' iconic cloak from the 1977 epic Star Wars film, where the actor played Obi-Wan Kenobi, headlines a unique memorabilia auction taking place at Bonhams, UK.

The Fabulous Lives of Bollywood Wives 2 Review

The Fabulous Lives of Bollywood Wives 2 Review

Rediff.com3 Sep 2022

The spats and all the extra drama is generated for the series; the decibel level of the shrieking remains abnormally high, observes Deepa Gahlot.

Gen Anil Chauhan takes charge as India's new CDS

Gen Anil Chauhan takes charge as India's new CDS

Rediff.com30 Sep 2022

Before assuming charge of the CDS, Gen Chauhan paid tributes to India's fallen soldiers at the National War Memorial in the India Gate complex.

What's HOT on OTT this week

What's HOT on OTT this week

Rediff.com22 Dec 2020

Sukanya Verma looks at what's looking hot on the OTT menu this week.

US is going to hell: Trump after arraignment

US is going to hell: Trump after arraignment

Rediff.com5 Apr 2023

The only crime that I committed is to fearlessly defend our nation from those who seek to destroy it, Trump said.

'Peace can return to Manipur'

'Peace can return to Manipur'

Rediff.com3 Jun 2023

'...through the will of the people and commitment of leaders.' 'It may not happen today or tomorrow, but it will happen.'

The Godfather: No 1 movie of all times

The Godfather: No 1 movie of all times

Rediff.com25 Sep 2008

Citizen Kane fails to make the top 10 while The Fountain and Superman Returns make surprise appearances further down Empire's top 500 film poll.

Golden Globes: RRR Has Tough Competition

Golden Globes: RRR Has Tough Competition

Rediff.com13 Dec 2022

S S Rajamouli's period action film RRR has scooped nominations in two categories at the Golden Globe Awards: Best Picture, Non-English, and Best Original Song, Motion Picture.

Inside the digital war rooms in battleground Bihar

Inside the digital war rooms in battleground Bihar

Rediff.com6 Oct 2015

The election in Bihar will never be the same, reports Aditi Phadnis

Kumkuma: less said the better!

Kumkuma: less said the better!

Rediff.com16 May 2005

'83, Uri, Raazi... : Your I-Day OTT Menu

'83, Uri, Raazi... : Your I-Day OTT Menu

Rediff.com15 Aug 2022

It's time to awaken the patriot in you!

Water faces tough competition

Water faces tough competition

Rediff.com24 Jan 2007

Deepa Mehta's film has made it big, but the Oscar win is another challenge.