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The science of Game of Thrones

The science of Game of Thrones

Rediff.com21 May 2019

'When so many noted universities -- including the likes of Harvard and the University of California -- are spending their resources on studying the world of GoT, it is fun to assess whether this fictional universe conforms with the laws of our real universe,' says Kumar Abhishek.

I am not the power behind the throne: Sonia

I am not the power behind the throne: Sonia

Rediff.com5 Nov 2004

'I do not wish to be power behind the throne," Gandhi said replying to questions at the 'Hindustan Times Leadership Initiative' in New Delhi.

Sharad Pawar faction gets 'man blowing trumpet' as party symbol

Sharad Pawar faction gets 'man blowing trumpet' as party symbol

Rediff.com23 Feb 2024

The Sharad Pawar faction quoted lines from a popular poem 'Tutari' written by Jnanpith awardee Kusumagraj.

How the Supreme Court became 'lions under the throne'

How the Supreme Court became 'lions under the throne'

Rediff.com17 Mar 2018

The Supreme Court of India became "lions under the throne" when Jawaharlal Nehru brought in the fourth amendment in 1955, says T C A Srinivasa Raghavan.

Tipu's throne goes under the hammer on April 2

Tipu's throne goes under the hammer on April 2

Rediff.com24 Mar 2009

The recently discovered gem-encrusted gold finial plundered from Tipu Sultan's huge golden throne is being put up for sale in the British capital on April 2, ten years after it was found lying in the vaults of an English bank.

Sarah Is The Hottest Date Ever

Sarah Is The Hottest Date Ever

Rediff.com18 Dec 2023

Check out some of Sarah Jane Dias' unforgettable fashion moments.

Game of Thrones can make you rich!

Game of Thrones can make you rich!

Rediff.com27 Apr 2015

Six money lessons you can learn from the popular game

Mirzapur 3: 'Revenge Is The Main Thing'

Mirzapur 3: 'Revenge Is The Main Thing'

Rediff.com21 Jun 2024

'Sabra ka phal meetha nahi, Mirzapur 3 hota hai.' 'With Mirzapur 3, we take the narrative to a whole new level.'

8 life lessons Game of Thrones teaches you

8 life lessons Game of Thrones teaches you

Rediff.com20 Jul 2015

Each of its characters have an important lesson to offer in terms of how to build and lead a team, work on your shortcomings and look at the bigger picture.

Won't bow down before Delhi 'throne': Pawar on ED action

Won't bow down before Delhi 'throne': Pawar on ED action

Rediff.com25 Sep 2019

Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis said the ED registered the case based on the high court directive.

In PHOTOS: Queen Elizabeth's 60 years on throne

In PHOTOS: Queen Elizabeth's 60 years on throne

Rediff.com6 Feb 2012

On Monday, Queen Elizabeth II marks 60 years as monarch with a deliberately low-key programme of visits to eastern England, kicking off five months of diamond jubilee celebrations.

The horrid fascination of Game of Thrones

The horrid fascination of Game of Thrones

Rediff.com26 Apr 2016

For a person who hasn't overdosed on a TV series for decades -- not since the delightful Friends, and much further back, the homily-laden Hum Log or the excellent Buniyaad or Yeh Jo Hai Zindagi -- Game of Thrones has been a game changer for me, writes Shuma Raha.

Review Game of Thrones 5 will have you hooked!

Review Game of Thrones 5 will have you hooked!

Rediff.com13 Apr 2015

The opening episode of the fifth season may not really be worthy of a place in Game of Thrones Hall of Shockers, it did have a very interesting end , promises show loyalist Mihit Govilkar.

108 women, 7 children killed in stampede at UP satsang

108 women, 7 children killed in stampede at UP satsang

Rediff.com3 Jul 2024

The stampede took place as people headed home after a satsang in the district's Phulrai village, conducted by a preacher known as Bhole Baba. Twenty-seven bodies were brought to a hospital in neighbouring Etah district. Senior Superintendent of Police Rajesh Kumar Singh said 23 of them were women. And 89 lay dead in Hathras itself.

Game of Thrones in Bihar

Game of Thrones in Bihar

Rediff.com1 Oct 2020

Anyone can make tall promises and it is very easy to accept these promises if they guarantee even an iota of betterment for you, for your existence. Even if these new promises and assurances are accepted with a pinch of salt and discount the actual execution to 50%, even then the Bihari voter will be content, observes Asmita Bihari.

'Pakistan Will Want To Use Bangladesh Situation To Its Advantage'

'Pakistan Will Want To Use Bangladesh Situation To Its Advantage'

Rediff.com29 Aug 2024

'Religion and extremism is going to be a big force, a very important force, in Bangladesh's politics.'

Game of Thrones in Hindi? Pick YOUR star cast!

Game of Thrones in Hindi? Pick YOUR star cast!

Rediff.com30 Mar 2015

Sakshi Tanwar as Daenerys Targaryen... how do you feel about that?

Game of Thrones tops Emmy nominations

Game of Thrones tops Emmy nominations

Rediff.com15 Jul 2016

The latest Hollywood updates.

Mbappe, Bellingham, Haaland - Football ready for new king

Mbappe, Bellingham, Haaland - Football ready for new king

Rediff.com7 Dec 2023

Now, with Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo venturing into smaller leagues as they near the end of their brilliant careers, 2024 may finally be the year for the next in line in football royalty.

Deepika, Aamir, Tabu: Our desi Game of Thrones wishlist!

Deepika, Aamir, Tabu: Our desi Game of Thrones wishlist!

Rediff.com8 Apr 2015

Ever thought if Bollywood actors are capable of playing these roles?

Ajay Devgn, Akshay On OTT In June

Ajay Devgn, Akshay On OTT In June

Rediff.com4 Jun 2024

There aren't many original Web series or movies announced for June, but quite a few Bollywood films will have their digital premieres.

Never aspired to sit on a throne, says Vishwas amidst churn in AAP

Never aspired to sit on a throne, says Vishwas amidst churn in AAP

Rediff.com18 Jun 2017

Vishwas, who is the party's Rajasthan in-charge, held a meeting of nearly 600 volunteers at the AAP office sitting on the ground.

Salaar Review: Adrenaline-Filled Action Ride

Salaar Review: Adrenaline-Filled Action Ride

Rediff.com22 Dec 2023

The play-off between Prabhas and Prithviraj is the high-octane fuel that lends Salaar momentum, observes Mayur Sanap.

<I>Game Of Thrones, Horror Story</i> lead Emmy 2013 nominations

Game Of Thrones, Horror Story lead Emmy 2013 nominations

Rediff.com19 Jul 2013

The 65th Emmys will be held on September 22 in Los Angeles.

Bring Advani to Ayodhya on Jan 22, Ram temple movement seer urges Yogi

Bring Advani to Ayodhya on Jan 22, Ram temple movement seer urges Yogi

Rediff.com28 Dec 2023

Atal (Bihari Vajpayee), Advani and Joshi have contributed a lot for the BJP to reach where it is now, he said.

Battle for Baramati BJP ploy to 'finish off' Sharad Pawar: Supriya Sule

Battle for Baramati BJP ploy to 'finish off' Sharad Pawar: Supriya Sule

Rediff.com31 Mar 2024

Sule said the intra-family duel in the Lok Sabha polls will not waver her respect for Sunetra Pawar as she is her "elder brother's wife and like a mother".

Emmy 2016: Aziz Ansari wins his first, Games of Thrones wins big

Emmy 2016: Aziz Ansari wins his first, Games of Thrones wins big

Rediff.com19 Sep 2016

A look at the big winners of the night!

Suhana Or Khushi: Who Has Better Style? VOTE

Suhana Or Khushi: Who Has Better Style? VOTE

Rediff.com8 Dec 2023

What's your take on these actors' fashion choices?

How will the Game of Thrones play out in Tamil Nadu?

How will the Game of Thrones play out in Tamil Nadu?

Rediff.com19 Aug 2018

'Tamil Nadu's youth bulge will soon be 70 per cent of the population, many of them smartphone-toting millennials looking for gains more tangible than what screen gods can give,' says Sunil Sethi.

Going beyond Game of Thrones in Croatia

Going beyond Game of Thrones in Croatia

Rediff.com28 Nov 2017

Step into the land of legends.

Nadal reclaims throne with brutal defeat of Wawrinka

Nadal reclaims throne with brutal defeat of Wawrinka

Rediff.com11 Jun 2017

Rafael Nadal wins his 10th French Open title beating Stanislas Wawrinka 6-2, 6-3, 6-1 on Sunday.

Cops use the Game of Thrones way into millennial hearts!

Cops use the Game of Thrones way into millennial hearts!

Rediff.com7 Jun 2017

City police, metros, airports, even power utilities are using pop culture and social media to reach the young and encourage public ownership of public services. Amritha Pillay reports.

Shivaji's Historic Escape From Agra

Shivaji's Historic Escape From Agra

Rediff.com24 Nov 2023

In 1666, Shivaji Maharaj and his son Sambhaji escaped from the Agra Fort, one of the most miraculous escapes in India's history.

Cochin varsity fest turns tragic, 4 students die in stampede

Cochin varsity fest turns tragic, 4 students die in stampede

Rediff.com25 Nov 2023

The tragedy occurred during the university's anniversary celebrations.

Can Kohli dethrone Gill, Babar for ODI top spot?

Can Kohli dethrone Gill, Babar for ODI top spot?

Rediff.com22 Nov 2023

Kohli has elevated one spot to secure the third position in the latest ODI Player Rankings

Bets are off, Queen isn't leaving the British throne

Bets are off, Queen isn't leaving the British throne

Rediff.com17 Dec 2014

The Buckingham Palace has been forced to deny rumours the Queen is abdicating Britain's throne in her annual Christmas Day broadcast, after a bookmaker said it was suspending bets following a flurry of "unusual" activity.

Game of Thrones devotee? Score the characters!

Game of Thrones devotee? Score the characters!

Rediff.com15 Apr 2015

The wise Imp or the Mother Dragon? Take your pick!

'Sheikh Abdullah Was Genuinely Secular'

'Sheikh Abdullah Was Genuinely Secular'

Rediff.com9 May 2024

'Sheikh Abdullah ruled the state with secular values. Post 1953, when he was sacked, corruption took over governance.'

Heeramandi Review: Romance, Revenge, Rebellion

Heeramandi Review: Romance, Revenge, Rebellion

Rediff.com1 May 2024

Heeramandi, a passion project that took off after years in development and planning, mirrors Sanjay Leela Bhansali's film-making's finest and frustrating features, observes Sukanya Verma.