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Golden Globes 2022: West Side Story wins

Golden Globes 2022: West Side Story wins

Rediff.com10 Jan 2022

The 79th Annual Golden Globe awards have been announced. A quick look at the winners.

Challenge Before Rahul's Bharat Jodo Yatra

Challenge Before Rahul's Bharat Jodo Yatra

Rediff.com26 Sep 2022

People may line up to see Rahul Gandhi, given he is currently, the only major politician speaking of inflation and unemployment in an India bombarded daily by Right-wing delusion. The challenge is how to transfer the goodwill into votes when the object of curiosity is surrounded by usual suspects and sycophants, observes Shyam Menon.

Kerala assembly to pass resolution against farm laws

Kerala assembly to pass resolution against farm laws

Rediff.com21 Dec 2020

A special session of the Kerala Assembly is being convened on Wednesday to discuss the three contentious central farm laws and pass a resolution against the acts, whose repeal is being insisted by farmers agitating at the borders of Delhi for nearly a month.

Adarsh Gourav loses BAFTA to Anthony Hopkins

Adarsh Gourav loses BAFTA to Anthony Hopkins

Rediff.com12 Apr 2021

Nomadland dominates BAFTAs 2021 with four wins.

How Floyd Cardoz redefined Indian cuisine

How Floyd Cardoz redefined Indian cuisine

Rediff.com24 Apr 2020

A month ago, on March 25, Floyd Cardoz, chef extraordinaire, passed into the ages, a victim of coronavirus. Ranjita Ganesan remembers the culinary genius.

New Navy Ensign Triggers Debate On Tamil Naval Feats

New Navy Ensign Triggers Debate On Tamil Naval Feats

Rediff.com7 Sep 2022

While acknowledging Shivaji's naval contributions, questions are being raised about the inadequate acknowledgement of Chola sea-power in southern Tamil Nadu, which dates back by a few centuries, explains N Sathiya Moorthy.

'Goli bahut bhayanak chal rahi hai'

'Goli bahut bhayanak chal rahi hai'

Rediff.com12 Mar 2022

'Bola nikal jao. Sala firing karte hai Russi.'

China conducts precision strikes over Taiwan Strait

China conducts precision strikes over Taiwan Strait

Rediff.com5 Aug 2022

The Chinese military on Thursday said it has conducted precision strikes over the Taiwan Strait and 'expected results' were achieved, in apparent retaliation to the United States House Speaker Nancy Pelosi's visit to Taipei disregarding Beijing's vociferous warnings.

US SC rejects Trump's lawsuit to overturn election results

US SC rejects Trump's lawsuit to overturn election results

Rediff.com12 Dec 2020

Trump and his campaign team have been making unsubstantiated allegations of massive voter fraud and electoral malpractice. State election officials and mainstream media say they have not found any such evidence.

US won't send officials to Beijing Winter Olympics

US won't send officials to Beijing Winter Olympics

Rediff.com7 Dec 2021

'The Biden administration will not send any diplomatic or official representation to the Beijing 2022 Winter Olympics and Paralympic Games given the PRC's ongoing genocide and crimes against humanity in Xinjiang and other human rights abuses.'

Travel firms expect heavy rush as US lifts curbs

Travel firms expect heavy rush as US lifts curbs

Rediff.com18 Oct 2021

Travel companies are expecting a heavy rush to the US following the withdrawal of curbs on fully vaccinated travellers from select countries, including India, on November 8. The move will benefit those holding long-term tourist, business, and work visas. Also, new and extra flights by Air India and American Airlines are expected to provide better travel options.

Modi Has No Idea How To Deal With The World

Modi Has No Idea How To Deal With The World

Rediff.com27 Feb 2022

What is being exposed is we have no real doctrine and no idea how to deal with the world, asserts Aakar Patel.

TN custodial death: Father-son tortured for over 7 hours by cops

TN custodial death: Father-son tortured for over 7 hours by cops

Rediff.com27 Oct 2020

'CBI investigation revealed that the father-son duo was arrested in the evening of June 19, 2020, and allegedly tortured at the Sathankulam Police Station by the accused in the evening as well as in the intervening night, consequent to which both of them succumbed to the injuries and died in the intervening night of June 22 and 23'

World No 1 McIlroy slams Trump for coronavirus response

World No 1 McIlroy slams Trump for coronavirus response

Rediff.com16 May 2020

Four-time major champion Rory McIlroy criticised US President Donald Trump for his response to the coronavirus outbreak, and said it was unlikely the pair would meet for another round of golf. The world's top-ranked golfer faced fierce criticism for playing with Trump shortly after the Republican president's inauguration in 2017, but said the interaction was not an endorsement.

COVID-19 attack on US worse than Pearl Harbour, 9/11: Trump

COVID-19 attack on US worse than Pearl Harbour, 9/11: Trump

Rediff.com7 May 2020

The coronavirus has infected 1.2 million Americans and killed more than 73,000.

The Meteoric Rise Of Pan-Indian Films

The Meteoric Rise Of Pan-Indian Films

Rediff.com6 Mar 2022

'This is the best time to do a pan-Indian film.'

The best of November -- in images

The best of November -- in images

Rediff.com2 Dec 2019

As we have entered the last month of 2019, here's a rewind of the top moments in November.

Meet The Wildlife Photographer of the Year Winners

Meet The Wildlife Photographer of the Year Winners

Rediff.com10 Feb 2022

The results for the People's Choice Award for the Wildlife Photographer Of The Year are in.

Trump may suspend H1B, other visas to stem unemployment

Trump may suspend H1B, other visas to stem unemployment

Rediff.com12 Jun 2020

US President Donald Trump is considering suspending a number of employment visas including the H-1B, most sought-after among Indian IT professionals, in view of the massive unemployment in America due to the coronavirus pandemic, according to a media report. The proposed suspension could extend into the government's new fiscal year beginning October 1, when many new visas are issued, The Wall Street Journal reported on Thursday, quoting unnamed administration officials.

Is this the perfect time to travel?

Is this the perfect time to travel?

Rediff.com30 Jul 2020

Get the whole place to yourself :)

US presidential medal for Indian-American scientist

US presidential medal for Indian-American scientist

Rediff.com21 Nov 2014

United States President Barack Obama has felicitated Indian-American scientist Thomas Kailath with the top presidential medal for transformative contributions to the fields of science and technology.

NBA: Pascal Siakam nets 40 in Raptors' OT win over Celtics

NBA: Pascal Siakam nets 40 in Raptors' OT win over Celtics

Rediff.com29 Mar 2022

Marcus Smart had 28 points and 10 rebounds for the Celtics, who had a six-game winning streak come to a halt. Grant Williams added 17 points, and Derrick White had 15 points and eight assists. Boston was without Jayson Tatum (knee), Jaylen Brown (knee), Robert Williams III (knee) and Al Horford (personal).

Tokyo Olympics Highlights: Biden 1, Macron 0

Tokyo Olympics Highlights: Biden 1, Macron 0

Rediff.com25 Jul 2021

First lady Jill Biden cheered her countrywomen to an upset victory over the French in the debut of 3x3 basketball at the Olympics as President Emmanuel Macron watched on from the sidelines.

PIX: Liverpool cruise; Barcelona, Atletico stunned

PIX: Liverpool cruise; Barcelona, Atletico stunned

Rediff.com5 Oct 2022

A round-up of Tuesday's action in the UEFA Champions League.

Britain's Prince Charles to walk Meghan Markle down the aisle

Britain's Prince Charles to walk Meghan Markle down the aisle

Rediff.com18 May 2018

The announcement came a day after royal bride-to-be Markle on Thursday confirmed that her ailing father will not attend her wedding with Prince Harry in Windsor Castle.

Celeb chefs share yummy, simple recipes!

Celeb chefs share yummy, simple recipes!

Rediff.com8 Jun 2020

Top chefs are sharing comfort food recipes to turn their followers into cooks.

MUST SEE! Exploring Lucknow

MUST SEE! Exploring Lucknow

Rediff.com4 Jan 2022

Noah Dominic, Maya Dominic, Durga Dominic and Dominic Xavier recall via sketches a spectacular vacation in Lucknow.

South Africa's Olympics soccer team reports 3 COVID-19 cases

South Africa's Olympics soccer team reports 3 COVID-19 cases

Rediff.com18 Jul 2021

Organisers reported 10 new cases connected to the Olympics including media, contractors and other personnel, down from 15 on Saturday.

4 more Aus Open participants infected with COVID-19

4 more Aus Open participants infected with COVID-19

Rediff.com18 Jan 2021

Health authorities in Victoria state have now reported nine infections among passengers that arrived in Melbourne on charter flights for the February 8-21 Australian Open.

REWIND: The best PHOTOS in the last 24 hours

REWIND: The best PHOTOS in the last 24 hours

Rediff.com17 Nov 2010

We bring you a presentation of the best photos in the last 24 hours from around the world.

US Open Golf: Fowler back in the thick of action

US Open Golf: Fowler back in the thick of action

Rediff.com18 Jun 2017

Fowler birdied the 14th, 15th and 16th holes to lift himself to 10 under par, two strokes off the pace at a generous ErinHills layout that has been softened by rain.

Biden Checkmates China in Kabul

Biden Checkmates China in Kabul

Rediff.com11 Nov 2021

Beijing's growing assertiveness as kingmaker in Kabul has suffered a setback with Washington quietly moving in, observes Ambassador M K Bhadrakumar.

It's official! Paris awarded 2024 Olympics, Los Angeles gets 2028

It's official! Paris awarded 2024 Olympics, Los Angeles gets 2028

Rediff.com14 Sep 2017

The International Olympic Committee on Wednesday awarded the 2024 summer Olympic Games to Paris and the 2028 edition to Los Angeles following a vote in the Peruvian capital.

Mountbatten's Indian valuables auctioned for Rs 56 crore

Mountbatten's Indian valuables auctioned for Rs 56 crore

Rediff.com30 Mar 2021

A diamond bracelet and jewelled decorative elephants from Jaipur are some of the Indian heirlooms that made up a collection of 350 personal items belonging to Patricia Mountbatten, Lord Louis Mountbatten's eldest daughter, which fetched over £5.6 million (Rs 56 crore) at an auction in London.

Malayalam film Philips & the Monkey Pen releases today

Malayalam film Philips & the Monkey Pen releases today

Rediff.com7 Nov 2013

The film is about a child who finds a magical pen called the Monkey Pen.

US allows use of plasma treatment for COVID patients

US allows use of plasma treatment for COVID patients

Rediff.com24 Aug 2020

The US Food and Drug Administration said on Sunday that over 70,000 patients in the country had been treated with convalescent plasma, which is made using the blood of people who have recovered from coronavirus infections.

Shutdown puts Rs 15-trillion debt at risk

Shutdown puts Rs 15-trillion debt at risk

Rediff.com30 Mar 2020

Some of the top indebted companies likely to face financial headwinds in the coming quarters include NTPC, PowerGrid, Tata Steel, Adani Power, JSW Steel, UPL, and Steel Authority of India. Together these 201 companies owed Rs 14.9 trillion to their lenders at the end of September 30, 2019, up 4.1 per cent year-on-year (YoY) during the first half of FY20.

How COVID is changing the game plan for booksellers, publishers

How COVID is changing the game plan for booksellers, publishers

Rediff.com9 Jun 2020

In the future, publishers will need to think of digital immersive marketing just like marketing a movie or show on Netflix is an immersive experience.

Indian-American Neomi Rao to replace Kavanaugh on DC Circuit

Indian-American Neomi Rao to replace Kavanaugh on DC Circuit

Rediff.com14 Nov 2018

Born to Zerin Rao anchooling fd Jehangir Narioshang Rao, both Parsi physicians from India, Rao grew up in Michigan and did her srom Detroit High School. She is married to Alan Lefkowitz and the couple has two children.

2nd year running, brands take a backseat for Ganeshotsav amid curbs

2nd year running, brands take a backseat for Ganeshotsav amid curbs

Rediff.com14 Sep 2021

It is Mumbai's favourite festival and is celebrated each year with fervour and frenzy. But when the city welcomes "Ganpati Bappa" this Friday, the celebrations will be low key. With a cap on the size of idols, ban on processions and restrictions on devotees visiting pandals, celebrations are toned down for the second year in a row. Festival budgets have shrunk and as a result, corporate sponsorships have dried out.