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Prince Harry was 'close to complete breakdown' after Diana's death

Prince Harry was 'close to complete breakdown' after Diana's death

Rediff.com17 Apr 2017

The fifth in line to the British throne reveals how counselling helped him through grief issues after his mother's demise when he was 12-years- old.

Narendra Modi can't be India's prime minister. He should move on!

Narendra Modi can't be India's prime minister. He should move on!

Rediff.com29 Sep 2011

Let the Jaitleys and Swarajs struggle for political supremacy while Modi can be the power behind the throne. In short, he could play the Sonia Gandhi card. In a country so enamoured with symbolism, that may yet prove to be a political masterstroke, says Rohit Pradhan.

Sasikala brings EPS-OPS rift out in open

Sasikala brings EPS-OPS rift out in open

Rediff.com28 Oct 2021

The revived factionalism in the AIADMK, if not curbed now, has the potential to split the party vertically, warns N Sathiya Moorthy.

PHOTOS: Historic Rath Yatra held in Puri under curfew

PHOTOS: Historic Rath Yatra held in Puri under curfew

Rediff.com24 Jun 2020

The elaborate rituals, which commenced early in the morning, concluded after the three wooden chariots of Lord Jagannath, his elder brother Lord Balabhadra and sister Goddess Subhadra reached their destination at Gundicha Temple from Sri Mandir well before evening.

'Double yuvraj' vs NDA's double engine in Bihar: PM

'Double yuvraj' vs NDA's double engine in Bihar: PM

Rediff.com1 Nov 2020

Modi also berated the Rashtriya Janata Dal-Congress combine in Bihar, calling it an alliance of "double-double yuvraj" (two crown princes) whose sole concern was to protect their "respective thrones".

Thaw in cold war? Modi welcomes Advani in Gujarat

Thaw in cold war? Modi welcomes Advani in Gujarat

Rediff.com6 Nov 2011

After the recent reported cold war between the two, Gujarat Chief Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday welcomed L K Advani who arrived in the state on his anti- corruption yatra.

In PHOTOS: The six-month battle for Libya

In PHOTOS: The six-month battle for Libya

Rediff.com22 Aug 2011

After six months of struggle, the battle to oust Libyan ruler Muammar Gaddafi from his throne is nearing its end.

Charles to seek better trade ties with India

Charles to seek better trade ties with India

Rediff.com1 Oct 2010

Prince Charles will represent Queen Elizabeth II, ceremonial head of the Commonwealth, at the Opening Ceremony of the Games on Sunday.

Brad Pitt-Jennifer share a moment at SAG awards

Brad Pitt-Jennifer share a moment at SAG awards

Rediff.com20 Jan 2020

Parasite created history at the Screen Actors Guild (SAG) awards as the South Korean class drama went on to become the first foreign language film to pick up the top prize of the Best Motion Picture cast award.

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.

Power + politics + manipulation = Arjun Singh

Power + politics + manipulation = Arjun Singh

Rediff.com4 Mar 2011

A master manipulator of power politics, Arjun Singh was a one-time Congress bigwig who was known to set his eyes on the highest political throne but saw his political fortunes dwindle in the last decade and a half.

Wild Karnataka, India's first natural history film

Wild Karnataka, India's first natural history film

Rediff.com16 Oct 2019

After four years in the making, a band of 20 film-makers were left with 400 hours of footage for what is now India's first blue chip natural history film.

Priyanka, Nick are off to work!

Priyanka, Nick are off to work!

Rediff.com6 Dec 2018

Bumble, here we come!

Priyanka and Nick are husband and wife!

Priyanka and Nick are husband and wife!

Rediff.com1 Dec 2018

They exchanged wedding vows as per Catholic tradition at the Umaid Bhawan Palace in Jodhpur.

Emmys 2018: Scarlett Johansson, Padma Lakshmi look stunning

Emmys 2018: Scarlett Johansson, Padma Lakshmi look stunning

Rediff.com18 Sep 2018

Who are the big winners of the night? We tell you!

Have faith in armed forces, country's honour won't be harmed, says Rajnath

Have faith in armed forces, country's honour won't be harmed, says Rajnath

Rediff.com9 May 2017

The honour of the country would not be harmed under any circumstances, Singh said.

Sec 144 outside ED office in view of Pawar's proposed visit

Sec 144 outside ED office in view of Pawar's proposed visit

Rediff.com26 Sep 2019

NCP workers had staged protests in Mumbai earlier when the ED named Sharad Pawar in the case.

View: How Rahul Gandhi can be a legitimate PM

View: How Rahul Gandhi can be a legitimate PM

Rediff.com22 Jun 2011

Rahul Gandhi must not be in a hurry. He must assume leadership of the party in the coming Lok Sabha polls, emerge victorious and then be elected as prime minister. Only then will his achievement be invested with legitimacy, says Vivek Gumaste.

Section 377 lawyers on Time's 100 most influential people list

Section 377 lawyers on Time's 100 most influential people list

Rediff.com17 Apr 2019

Public-interest litigators Arundhati Katju and Menaka Guruswamy, who spearheaded a historic legal battle for LGBTQ rights in India, along with Reliance Industries Chairman Mukesh Ambani are among the Indians who have been named by TIME magazine in its prestigious list of the 100 most influential people in the world. The list also includes Indian-American comedian and TV host Hasan Minhaj.

Queen@90: 15 facts about her that might surprise you

Queen@90: 15 facts about her that might surprise you

Rediff.com21 Apr 2016

The Queen, 89, will take over the title from her great-great-grandmother Queen Victoria who, according to Buckingham Palace, reigned for exactly 23,226 days, 16 hours and 23 minutes. To celebrate her 63-year-long reign, here are some interesting facts about her.

'Emergency' makes Sonia cancel meet with UK PM

'Emergency' makes Sonia cancel meet with UK PM

Rediff.com29 Jul 2010

British Prime Minister David Cameron, who has spoken of forging a 'special relationship with India' and is currently in India, will leave the country without meeting Congress president Sonia Gandhi and considered the real power behind the throne.

Salman's Bharat crosses Rs 100 crore mark

Salman's Bharat crosses Rs 100 crore mark

Rediff.com11 Jun 2019

Given that there are no major releases slotted for the coming weeks, Bharat should have a clear run.

Mysuru's Wadiyar dynasty finally has a successor

Mysuru's Wadiyar dynasty finally has a successor

Rediff.com9 Feb 2015

Yaduveer, the grandson of late Princess Gayathri Devi, the eldest daughter of last Maharaja of Mysore Jaya Chamaraja Wadiyar, will be the successor

After Gandhi, Queen Elizabeth on Montblanc pens

After Gandhi, Queen Elizabeth on Montblanc pens

Rediff.com7 Jul 2010

After launching the Mahatma Gandhi limited special theme edition pens, Montblanc has launched Elizabeth I Limited Edition 4810 and 888.

Is Prince Harry dating Charlize Theron?

Is Prince Harry dating Charlize Theron?

Rediff.com9 May 2011

The pair was recently spotted cosying up to each other.

Priyanka Chopra shares a special bond with Meghan Markle

Priyanka Chopra shares a special bond with Meghan Markle

Rediff.com18 May 2018

The actor is good friends with Meghan Markle, who is set to get married to Prince Harry next year.

Thailand Crown Prince's wife relinquishes her royal status

Thailand Crown Prince's wife relinquishes her royal status

Rediff.com13 Dec 2014

Thai Crown Prince's wife has relinquished her royal position after several of her relatives were arrested in a corruption scandal, the palace has announced.

'Sivagami is my favourite character in Baahubali'

'Sivagami is my favourite character in Baahubali'

Rediff.com8 May 2017

'If Baahubali were to be made in Bollywood, I would take Hrithik Roshan as Baahubali and Deepika Padukone for Devsena.' Baahubali writer K V Vijayendra Prasad looks back at the epic blockbuster.

Oscar buzz for winner at Toronto film fest

Oscar buzz for winner at Toronto film fest

Rediff.com20 Sep 2010

Colin Firth-starrer The King's Speech wins top award in Toronto.

Clarke named Australia skipper

Clarke named Australia skipper

Rediff.com30 Mar 2011

Michael Clarke, long the heir apparent to Ricky Ponting, finally assumed the throne when he was named Australia's 43rd Test captain on Wednesday, a day after his mentor quit the post.

Govt has no plans to bring back Kohinoor

Govt has no plans to bring back Kohinoor

Rediff.com18 Aug 2010

Demands from several quarters for the return of Kohinoor from Britain notwithstanding, the government said on Wednesday that it had no plans to bring the precious diamond back to the country.

Meet the women who live as mermaids!

Meet the women who live as mermaids!

Rediff.com23 Aug 2017

The mythical creature of the sea are now quite real. Women are turning to mermaiding for an emotional lift and for fitness! Reuters photographer Pilar Olivares plunges into the lifestyle.

Priyanka Chopra on what turns her on in a man

Priyanka Chopra on what turns her on in a man

Rediff.com22 Feb 2011

The Saat Khoon Maaf actress spills the beans on how she deals with failure, the men that turn her on and more!

What is more dangerous than living in a war zone?

What is more dangerous than living in a war zone?

Rediff.com31 Jan 2011

Prince Charles and Prince William, the second-in-line to the British throne, should be beware, as a new research has found that being a monarch is more dangerous than living in a war zone.

Lessons from Bollywood: DOs and DON'TS of Holi!

Lessons from Bollywood: DOs and DON'TS of Holi!

Rediff.com10 Mar 2017

Before you dash out of the house with all your playful paraphernalia, pick some tips from Bollywood of responsible celebrating.

Prince Harry, Meghan name their newborn son Archie

Prince Harry, Meghan name their newborn son Archie

Rediff.com8 May 2019

'It's only been two and a half days, three days, but we're just so thrilled to have our own little bundle of joy'

'People know why I was sidelined by Fadnavis'

'People know why I was sidelined by Fadnavis'

Rediff.com17 Sep 2020

Veteran BJP leader Eknath Khadse says he will expose Devendra Fadnavis in a forthcoming book.

Aide and abet: From Manthara to Shakuni

Aide and abet: From Manthara to Shakuni

Rediff.com19 Mar 2020

'Manthara wants Kaikeyi to make her son Bharat king of Ayodhya, instead of Rama.' 'She fuels hate and mistrust in her queen, much like what many modern-day viziers are doing, whipping up venom and frenzy among an entire nation,' notes Arundhuti Dasgupta.

'Black day for Congress': Shehzad Poonawalla on Rahul Gandhi's nomination

'Black day for Congress': Shehzad Poonawalla on Rahul Gandhi's nomination

Rediff.com4 Dec 2017

The Congress leader from Maharashtra said that the party of Mahatma Gandhi that once saw Maulana Azad become its president at the age of 35 years "is now the proprietorship of a Shehzada.

F1: Loose drain cover wrecks Russell's Williams in Baku practice

F1: Loose drain cover wrecks Russell's Williams in Baku practice

Rediff.com26 Apr 2019

The shocked 21-year-old rookie was unhurt in the incident between turns two and three but Williams said the chassis would have to be replaced, sidelining the Briton until Saturday's final session before qualifying. Former world champions Williams are already facing plenty of problems with an uncompetitive car that is some way off their rivals' pace.