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Sports Shorts: US athletics legend Lewis attacks Trump

Sports Shorts: US athletics legend Lewis attacks Trump

Rediff.com6 Aug 2019

Summary of sports events and persons who made news on Tuesday

A day at a village primary health centre

A day at a village primary health centre

Rediff.com9 Jan 2020

More rural women are having babies in government hospitals. Facilities have improved, but Bihar has is a long way to go in public health.

16 shows to watch during the lockdown

16 shows to watch during the lockdown

Rediff.com19 Apr 2020

Nikita Puri lists the best shows and films to watch online as you ace social distancing.

What do countries look like after easing lockdowns

What do countries look like after easing lockdowns

Rediff.com7 May 2020

Italy, Spain, Portugal and India are among the countries easing coronavirus restrictions. Social distancing, mask wearing are the new norms as these countries continue to battle the virus pandemic, but are venturing out of their homes after extended periods of staying at home.

Bollywood's background dancers look for help to survive

Bollywood's background dancers look for help to survive

Rediff.com21 May 2020

'Earlier I'd send money back home.' 'Now I've to take from them.' 'I'm completely heartbroken, scared for what the future holds.'

Let's smash patriarchy! READ Tahira's powerful post

Let's smash patriarchy! READ Tahira's powerful post

Rediff.com11 Sep 2020

So until the equation becomes equal, 'roses are red, violets are blue, let's smash the patriarchy, me and you.'

Paati Veedu: Grandma's handpicked recipes on a platter

Paati Veedu: Grandma's handpicked recipes on a platter

Rediff.com19 Jul 2018

Bang in the middle of Chennai, A Ganesh Nadar experiences a culinary delight that brings back fond memories of his childhood.

PhonePe plans to ride on Walmart to become India's e-payments king

PhonePe plans to ride on Walmart to become India's e-payments king

Rediff.com18 May 2018

PhonePe wants to dethrone its Alibaba and SoftBank-backed rival, Paytm, claiming that additional capital that Walmart will bring to the table will help it grow much faster

Karuna slams Prakash Karat, refutes allegations

Karuna slams Prakash Karat, refutes allegations

Rediff.com21 Apr 2011

Hitting back at Communist Party of India-Marxist general secretary Prakash Karat for allegedly calling Dravida Munnettra Kazhagam a 'family controlled party', Chief Minister M Karunanidhi on Thursday sought to turn the tables on the communist leader, reminding him that his wife is working with him in their party.

It's more fasting than feasting this Ramzan in city of Nawabs

It's more fasting than feasting this Ramzan in city of Nawabs

Rediff.com27 Apr 2020

With markets closed and meat supply hit due to the COVID-19-induced lockdown, Muslims are in for a Ramzan without their favourite kebabs and other chicken and mutton dishes.

Photograph Review: A delicate little gem

Photograph Review: A delicate little gem

Rediff.com15 Mar 2019

God bless Ritesh Batra, raves Sukanya Verma.

'Today, I feel like I am born again'

'Today, I feel like I am born again'

Rediff.com6 Sep 2019

'When Arnab Goswami announced on TV, it's over, it's done, dad patted me with love and said congrats.' 'I broke down' Nakshatra Bagwe, a 'proud gay' film-maker and activist from Mumbai, tells Rediff.com's Divya Nair.

A Suitable Boy review

A Suitable Boy review

Rediff.com27 Aug 2020

In A Suitable Boy, Mira Nair holds our hands and takes us through the magical journey, introducing us to so many fascinating characters from another era, observes Aseem Chhabra.

The most difficult part of a holiday

The most difficult part of a holiday

Rediff.com1 Jul 2017

In a family of working professionals, reconciling a holiday schedule is the difficult part of the vacation, rues Kishore Singh.

Shorts: Babe Ruth's 500th home run bat sells for $1m

Shorts: Babe Ruth's 500th home run bat sells for $1m

Rediff.com16 Dec 2019

Summary of sports events and persons who made news on Monday

Bigg Boss 13: 'Thank God, I am out of the mad house!'

Bigg Boss 13: 'Thank God, I am out of the mad house!'

Rediff.com30 Oct 2019

'We (Shefali and I) really got along but we never crossed the line by getting inside the same blanket or getting cosy or getting into the pool together. We tried to make a point that two people can like each other without showing any PDA and being an embarrassment to the family.'

Feels like the 'Hindu rate of growth' all over again!

Feels like the 'Hindu rate of growth' all over again!

Rediff.com7 Aug 2019

While Prime Minister Modi grapples with serious matters of State so very successfully, may I urge that he focus just a bit of attention on the economy, says Manoj Mohanka.

Have you watched these short films?

Have you watched these short films?

Rediff.com26 Apr 2020

ZEE5 has launched a short film festival. Joginder Tuteja tells you what's on offer.

Migrants reach home after 'ride' of a lifetime

Migrants reach home after 'ride' of a lifetime

Rediff.com28 May 2020

Recounting the experiences of the morning, one which they will remember all their lives, Naveen said people at the Delhi airport were looking at them when they entered carrying jute bags and wearing slippers.

BJP, Congress spar over Lalit Modi tweets

BJP, Congress spar over Lalit Modi tweets

Rediff.com26 Jun 2015

"Who was preventing them? The Gandhi family," he alleged. "The matter starts and ends at the door of 10, Janpath."

When Bollywood LIT UP the screen!

When Bollywood LIT UP the screen!

Rediff.com2 Dec 2019

Sukanya Verma celebrates chandeliers on celluloid and their most memorable moments in Hindi films.

EPL PHOTOS: Leicester honour late owner, held to draw by Burnley

EPL PHOTOS: Leicester honour late owner, held to draw by Burnley

Rediff.com11 Nov 2018

Thousands of supporters walked to the stadium from the city centre before the Premier League game, which was preceded by two minutes' silence for the Thai billionaire. Vichai died in a helicopter crash after City's last home match two weeks ago.

Pietersen ruled out of IPL 9 due to calf injury

Pietersen ruled out of IPL 9 due to calf injury

Rediff.com24 Apr 2016

In a major blow to Rising Pune Supergiants' bid to salvage their campaign in IPL 9, star batsman Kevin Pietersen has been ruled out of the remaining matches of the ongoing Indian Premier League (IPL) due to calf injury. The 35-year-old sustained an injury in his right calf during his side's defeat against Royal Challenger Bangalore in Pune on Friday. "Over & out, India! Injuries are all part of the job! Horrible tear in my calf! Sad to be leaving a really great bunch of boys but looking forward to being back with my family! London bound for a summer off! Vacation till November! Bye for now! Lots of love, KP xxx," KP wrote on his Instagram account.

The people who made headlines

The people who made headlines

Rediff.com24 Dec 2018

As 2018 draws to a close and the white noise of 24-hour news cycles and Twitter storms fade into the background, it is already clear that history will remember only a handful of those people, each of whom has taught us something about ourselves and the rapidly changing world in which we live.

Bill against instant talaq must be compatible with Quran: AIMWPLB

Bill against instant talaq must be compatible with Quran: AIMWPLB

Rediff.com27 Dec 2017

Holding the AIMPLB responsible for the present state of affairs, Amber said the board never bothered to take (the issue of) triple talaq seriously, and now it was too late.

'We believe in only one leader and that is Mamata'

'We believe in only one leader and that is Mamata'

Rediff.com12 Apr 2021

'Mamata is synonymous with Bengal, its culture, language, traditions.'

E-commerce deliveries come to a grinding halt

E-commerce deliveries come to a grinding halt

Rediff.com25 Mar 2020

There is a lot of police action on the ground and even inter-state movement has been stopped, because of which deliveries of essential items via platforms, such as Flipkart, Amazon, Grofers, and Milkbasket, aren't happening. Food-delivery firms -- Swiggy and Zomato -- are facing similar challenges, according to the sources.

'Nobody can match my work in this country'

'Nobody can match my work in this country'

Rediff.com16 Oct 2020

Bhanu Athaiya on the films she has designed for, how Gandhi happened, and what it means to be a woman in a man's world.

Obama's notion of fatherhood is endearing

Obama's notion of fatherhood is endearing

Rediff.com18 Jun 2016

Being a father is about more than just having children, US President Barack Obama has said while highlighting that his administration is enacting policies that make it easier for working fathers to support their families.

At 97, yoga guru is India's oldest Padma Shri

At 97, yoga guru is India's oldest Padma Shri

Rediff.com7 Feb 2018

The Grand Old Lady of Yoga V Nanammal was the oldest recipient of the Padma Shri on Republic Day this year. Archana Masih met the nearly 100 year old yoga guru who does not wear glasses, has never been to a doctor and can do age defying twists, hauls and bends.

'India of 2020 is a wake-up call for China'

'India of 2020 is a wake-up call for China'

Rediff.com14 Sep 2020

'The leverage created by the Indian military must not be lost.'

US state sues China on coronavirus handling

US state sues China on coronavirus handling

Rediff.com22 Apr 2020

'The Chinese government lied to the world about the danger and contagious nature of COVID-19, silenced whistleblowers, and did little to stop the spread of the disease'

Costa praises manager Conte for Chelsea turnaround

Costa praises manager Conte for Chelsea turnaround

Rediff.com3 Jan 2017

Chelsea striker Diego Costa credited manager Antonio Conte for the side's record-equalling run of 13 consecutive victories that has propelled them to the top of the English Premier League table.

The Pakistani film you must see

The Pakistani film you must see

Rediff.com29 Oct 2017

Iram Haq's What Will People Say is a deeply relatable story of family values at odds with a modern culture.

Parrikar discharged from hospital, presents budget in assembly

Parrikar discharged from hospital, presents budget in assembly

Rediff.com22 Feb 2018

Parrikar was being treated in Mumbai for pancreatitis since February 15.

PIX: Ranbir-Riddhima's lunch party with Kareena

PIX: Ranbir-Riddhima's lunch party with Kareena

Rediff.com4 Aug 2020

Like Farah Khan says, 'Kabhi Eid, Kabhi Raksha Bandhan' and Bollywood can't stop celebrating.

How I became a Wedding Manager

How I became a Wedding Manager

Rediff.com17 Jul 2019

Weddings make you wish you had a hundred hands instead of a brain that feels like a sponge attached to 10 different heads being pulled in different directions, says Kishore Singh.

COVID-19: Portugal give part of Euro qualifying prize purse

COVID-19: Portugal give part of Euro qualifying prize purse

Rediff.com14 Apr 2020

'In this spirit of camaraderie between professional and non-professional football, we have decided, as a team, to give up part of our Euro 2020 qualification prize money.'

'Dhoni has never shown his palm to an astrologer'

'Dhoni has never shown his palm to an astrologer'

Rediff.com19 Aug 2020

'He believes in his destiny and says "naseeb accha hai, chalne do".'