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FIIs commit $25 bn for RPL issue

FIIs commit $25 bn for RPL issue

Rediff.com22 Apr 2006

Recipe: Goan Mutton Xacutti

Recipe: Goan Mutton Xacutti

Rediff.com10 Apr 2023

The pungent masala of the Mutton Xacutti can be used to make a mixed vegetable dish too.

Royal gains: Lals sell 4.2% in Eicher for Rs 2,100 crore

Royal gains: Lals sell 4.2% in Eicher for Rs 2,100 crore

Rediff.com14 May 2016

At Rs 18,400 per share, value up 100 times since Lehman crisis

Saba Ali Khan's bond with Kareena

Saba Ali Khan's bond with Kareena

Rediff.com12 Sep 2008

Saba Ali Khan is her father's choice as trustee of their royal properties, a position of considerable responsibility. She is also Saif's choice as jewellery designer of a special gift for ladylove, Kareena.

When Warne visited Swapnil Asnodkar's Goa home

When Warne visited Swapnil Asnodkar's Goa home

Rediff.com5 Mar 2022

'I was not sure whether such a big player would come to my house but he was quite happy to visit my place... which was just unbelievable!'

Did George W take drugs?

Did George W take drugs?

Rediff.com10 Sep 2004

Why 27,000 Litres Of Ganga Jal Was Carried to London

Why 27,000 Litres Of Ganga Jal Was Carried to London

Rediff.com6 May 2023

When Jaipur's Maharaja Madho Singh was invited to attend King Edward VII's coronation in 1902, he chartered a ship for Rs 15 lakh for the journey. He also carried 27,000 litres of Ganga jal on board. Prakash Bhandari recalls the maharaja's voyage to attend a British monarch's coronation on a day when Charles III will be crowned king at Westminster Abbey.

Kerala HC stays award to M F Husain

Kerala HC stays award to M F Husain

Rediff.com12 Sep 2007

The state education and cultural department had announced that Husain will be conferred the award on September 17.

India, US Troops Play Kabaddi In Alaska

India, US Troops Play Kabaddi In Alaska

Rediff.com25 Oct 2021

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Now fabrics with a healing touch

Now fabrics with a healing touch

Rediff.com28 Sep 2005

Women used to visit Sabarimala: minister

Women used to visit Sabarimala: minister

Rediff.com25 Jul 2007

The ban on the entry of women at the hill shrine became strict following a directive of the Kerala high court in 1990 on the basis of an affidavit given by the then government in a related case

COVID jab didn't hurt at all, says Britain's Queen

COVID jab didn't hurt at all, says Britain's Queen

Rediff.com26 Feb 2021

In a rare reference to private health matters, the 94-year-old monarch backed the National Health Service led vaccination programme in the UK during a video call earlier this week with health officials coordinating the rollout across England, Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland.

Saudi king names son Mohammed bin Salman as crown prince

Saudi king names son Mohammed bin Salman as crown prince

Rediff.com21 Jun 2017

The development has now removed Crown Prince Mohammed bin Nayef as next in line to the throne and replaced him with Mohammed bin Salman, who earlier held the position of the deputy crown prince.

8 reasons to love Prince Harry's 'girlfriend'

8 reasons to love Prince Harry's 'girlfriend'

Rediff.com21 Nov 2016

American actor and entrepreneur Meghan Markle is more than just a royal heir's girlfriend.

Nepal's Last Emperor?

Nepal's Last Emperor?

Rediff.com22 May 2006

Lawmakers move to reduce Nepal's king into a figurehead.

'Home Cooking Is Becoming A Lost Art'

'Home Cooking Is Becoming A Lost Art'

Rediff.com30 Nov 2022

'Our recipes come from our real-life experiences and have a story behind them.'

Cong, BJP share honours in LS bypolls in MP

Cong, BJP share honours in LS bypolls in MP

Rediff.com11 Mar 2007

The annoucement of Sidhi result was preceded by an hour-long drama when BJP alleged vogus voting in four polling booths in Churhat area and asked the Returning Officer to order fresh polling in Bhopal.

Kin believe missing IAF pilot is in Pak jail

Kin believe missing IAF pilot is in Pak jail

Rediff.com5 Mar 2007

Hailing from the Nilambur royal family, Muraleedharan was just 21 when his aircraft was gunned down while flying over Peshawar

Palace politics impacts Gwalior poll

Palace politics impacts Gwalior poll

Rediff.com2 Mar 2007

Jyotiraditya's initial absence from the campaigning gave credence to the belief that members of the royal clan were insulated from within and did not come out openly against each other.

Sharif returns to rapturous welcome

Sharif returns to rapturous welcome

Rediff.com25 Nov 2007

Former Pakistani premier Nawaz Sharif's plane landed at Lahore airport on Sunday evening.

Scindia rewarded for delivering MP to BJP

Scindia rewarded for delivering MP to BJP

Rediff.com7 Jul 2021

More than a year after playing a key role in installation of a Bharatiya Janata Party government in Madhya Pradesh, Jyotiraditya Scindia was rewarded with a berth in the Union Cabinet, a familiar terrain for the Rajya Sabha member who had served as a junior minister in the Congress-led United Progressive Alliance government.

India's oldest man dies at the age of 139

India's oldest man dies at the age of 139

Rediff.com19 Aug 2008

Born on May 28, 1870, at Rajgarh in Rajasthan's Alwar district, Habib Mian had been suffering from fever and a bout of dysentery.

SC orders audit of Padmanabha temple by former CAG

SC orders audit of Padmanabha temple by former CAG

Rediff.com24 Apr 2014

The Supreme Court today ordered that former Comptroller and Auditor General of India Vinod Rai will supervise special audit of property of Kerala's famous Sree Padmanabha Swamy temple, which is facing charges of financial irregularites, and constituted a new administrative committee headed by District Judge, Thiruvananthapuram.

Gay prince to form sexual minorities forum

Gay prince to form sexual minorities forum

Rediff.com7 Dec 2006

The non-governmental organisation chaired by Gohil, Lakshya Trust, has recently won the 'UNAID Civil Society Award 2006' for its contribution in preventing HIV/AIDS among homosexual men.

Tension mounts as devotees stop women from travelling to Sabarimala

Tension mounts as devotees stop women from travelling to Sabarimala

Rediff.com16 Oct 2018

Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan, however, told reporters that no one would be allowed to block devotees from proceeding to Sabarimala.

Here come the grandparents and aunt Pippa: Royal baby gets first visitors

Here come the grandparents and aunt Pippa: Royal baby gets first visitors

Rediff.com3 May 2015

Close family members on Sunday visited Kensington Palace to see Prince William and wife Kate Middleton's new baby daughter.

'Yashasvi was crying'

'Yashasvi was crying'

Rediff.com13 Jul 2023

At the start of the year, not many would have imagined Yashasvi Jaiswal rising up the ranks so rapidly.

Diksha wins record second Ladies European Tour Event title

Diksha wins record second Ladies European Tour Event title

Rediff.com25 Jun 2023

The 22-year-old Indian was steady throughout Sunday just as she had been all week. Trichat finished with a total of 9-under and was sole second while Frenchwoman Celine Herbin (69-72-67) was third at 8-under.

Engineer turned cricketer is now an RCB fan favourite

Engineer turned cricketer is now an RCB fan favourite

Rediff.com6 Apr 2022

Shahbaz, one of the pillars of the Bengal Ranji Trophy side, is also an integral part of Royal Challengers Bangalore

Gaslight Review: What A Waste!

Gaslight Review: What A Waste!

Rediff.com31 Mar 2023

I hoped the big reveal would make Gaslight's skittish stroll to nowhere (even 112 minutes are too long) worthwhile, but the answers end up being embarrassingly obvious around a twist that's pure hokum, notes Sukanya Verma.

IPL 2023: Ajinkya Rahane is ready to play in any position

IPL 2023: Ajinkya Rahane is ready to play in any position

Rediff.com30 Mar 2023

Playing under Mahendra Singh Dhoni again is something that he is looking forward to.

KKR names Keshri as 16th member; to give his family Rs 10 lakh

KKR names Keshri as 16th member; to give his family Rs 10 lakh

Rediff.com26 Apr 2015

Champions Kolkata Knight Riders paid tribute to deceased cricketer Ankit Keshri by naming him as the 16th member of their side for their rain-hit Indian Premier League match against Rajasthan Royals at the Eden Gardens, in Kolkata, on Sunday.

PHOTOS: Prince Philip retires after final solo engagement

PHOTOS: Prince Philip retires after final solo engagement

Rediff.com2 Aug 2017

While his official diary of engagements come to an end on Wednesday, the Palace has said the Duke may still decide to attend some events alongside the Queen.

The best Will and Kate moments

The best Will and Kate moments

Rediff.com11 Apr 2018

Royal fans from around the world are counting down the days until the arrival of the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge's third child, due in April. Soon, photographers and video crews will head to the Lindo wing at St Mary's Hospital in London for what has become known as the "Great Kate Wait." As we wait for the newest Cambridge arrival, Getty Images photographer Chris Jackson presents some of his most favourite moments with the little royals.

Wimbledon buries another old custom

Wimbledon buries another old custom

Rediff.com23 Feb 2007

Wimbledon finally dragged itself into the 21st century as it announced equal prize money for women.

Eklavya is definitely worth a watch

Eklavya is definitely worth a watch

Rediff.com16 Feb 2007

If the success of Omkara, which wrestled with the themes of betrayal, jealousy, destructive ambition and revenge, is any indication, then Eklavya too should do solid business.

Gold's own country

Gold's own country

Rediff.com26 Nov 2007

People now look for quality and purity of ornaments. They look for 916 purity and BIS hall marking. Here the large shops have an edge and variety. Large jewellery houses are now invading smaller towns and villages. For a 2,000-sq-ft showroom more than 25 salesmen would be required apart from interiors.

'Indian real estate cos have to be fair'

'Indian real estate cos have to be fair'

Rediff.com11 Jan 2007

Dr Cor van Zadelhoff is no stranger to India and comes here for both work and pleasure. A pioneer in the European real estate business, he has friends among the Indian royal families through the polo circuit.

It's official! Harry and Meghan are husband and wife

It's official! Harry and Meghan are husband and wife

Rediff.com19 May 2018

The royal couple chose a modern touch to their marriage ceremony.

Stunning black and white photos? No, these are pencil drawings

Stunning black and white photos? No, these are pencil drawings

Rediff.com28 Nov 2016

These stunning pieces of art are created by British artist Kelvin Okafor, who only uses a set of pencils, a piece of paper.