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How music label Snafu uses AI to decode if a song will be a hit

How music label Snafu uses AI to decode if a song will be a hit

Rediff.com24 Nov 2021

With a team of 20-odd people, Snafu tries to unearth the rough diamonds from millions of songs. Can AI help look for a needle in a haystack? Ritwik Sharma finds out.

Happy Diwali! When Jwala was left amused, and Sachin sent a thoughtful message

Happy Diwali! When Jwala was left amused, and Sachin sent a thoughtful message

Rediff.com19 Oct 2017

And sharing their warm greetings on Diwali were our sports stars, who took to social media to wish their fans on the auspicious occasion.

Sara shares Koffee couch with dad Saif

Sara shares Koffee couch with dad Saif

Rediff.com4 Oct 2018

The sixth season of KWK premieres on October 21.

Govt seeks details of algorithm, processes used by Facebook

Govt seeks details of algorithm, processes used by Facebook

Rediff.com29 Oct 2021

The move assumes significance as a series of reports recently citing internal documents showed "a struggle with misinformation, hate speech and celebrations of violence" in India - Facebook's biggest market with over 40 crore users.

PIX: PSG fans give Messi hero's welcome in France

PIX: PSG fans give Messi hero's welcome in France

Rediff.com10 Aug 2021

Wearing a T-shirt that read "This is Paris," Messi beamed and waved at scores of fans who had come to greet him at Le Bourget airport on the outskirts of the French capital after his flight from Barcelona.

VOTE: Will PM Modi live up to Virat's challenge?

VOTE: Will PM Modi live up to Virat's challenge?

Rediff.com24 May 2018

The PM has accepted the Indian skipper's challenge.

What you must know about Munawar Faruqui

What you must know about Munawar Faruqui

Rediff.com8 Feb 2021

He may have been in the news for all the wrong reasons but the greater irony is that Muslim stand-up comic Munawar Faruqui's best jokes ridicule Muslims, and are wolfed down by Muslims, who form the majority of his 177,000 Instagram followers, notes Jyoti Punwani.

Serena Williams burns up the beach at this sizzling shoot

Serena Williams burns up the beach at this sizzling shoot

Rediff.com17 Feb 2017

Looking smoking hot for the Sports Illustrated's special swimsuit issue, the World No 1 tennis star grabbed eyeballs and posted the pictures on her Instagram page.

Is the Nokia 8.1 worth Rs 26,999?

Is the Nokia 8.1 worth Rs 26,999?

Rediff.com22 Jan 2019

The software is pure Android, the fingerprint sensor is 99 per cent accurate and very responsive and the notch doesn't bother me yet, says Veer Arjun Singh.

Boult on the biggest challenge for players during IPL

Boult on the biggest challenge for players during IPL

Rediff.com14 Sep 2020

Set to lead four-time champions Mumbai Indians' bowling attack in absence of Lasith Malinga, Kiwi left-arm pacer Trent Boult believes the biggest challenge for all the teams during the forthcoming Indian Premier League will be to adjust to the hot and humid conditions in the UAE.

Rift forgotten, Kumble gives Virushka his best

Rift forgotten, Kumble gives Virushka his best

Rediff.com27 Dec 2017

Was any cricketer missing at the skipper's wedding reception in Mumbai?

Thank you for the memories, Irrfan!

Thank you for the memories, Irrfan!

Rediff.com29 Apr 2021

We are all blessed that Irrfan Khan has left us a treasure trove of his remarkable films. The characters he played were real, believable. We recognised them and they have stayed with us. And so a fan I like to believe Irrfan Khan did not die, says Aseem Chhabra, the actor's biographer on Irrfan's first death anniversary.

Australia's Kyrgios offers to drop food at doorstep of those in need

Australia's Kyrgios offers to drop food at doorstep of those in need

Rediff.com6 Apr 2020

Australian tennis player Nick Kyrgios once again showed his compassionate side on Monday, pledging to help hungry people and drop off food at doorstep for those in need during the coronavirus pandemic. His 'bad boy' image was transformed since his appeal to the tennis world kickstarted a campaign that raised millions of dollars for the victims of the crisis before and during the Australian Open Grand Slam in Melbourne.

CelebInspiration: Get back in shape post Diwali

CelebInspiration: Get back in shape post Diwali

Rediff.com26 Oct 2017

This is all the inspiration you need to get back to you fitness routine post Diwali!

Yuvraj's birthday wish: Swift resolution to farmers' issues

Yuvraj's birthday wish: Swift resolution to farmers' issues

Rediff.com12 Dec 2020

Former India all-rounder Yuvraj Singh on Saturday turned 39 but instead of celebrating his birthday this year, the 2011 World Cup hero hoped for a 'swift resolution' to the ongoing farmers' issues through dialogue.

It's a proud moment for me and my family: Ishant on Arjuna

It's a proud moment for me and my family: Ishant on Arjuna

Rediff.com24 Aug 2020

'More than me, my wife is proud of me because she is the one who thinks that I should get the award'

How to keep your job in 2019

How to keep your job in 2019

Rediff.com8 Jan 2019

These simple tips will help you stay saleable, relevant and marketable at the workplace.

Rs 250 crores is budget for Prabhas' Ramayan

Rs 250 crores is budget for Prabhas' Ramayan

Rediff.com10 Dec 2020

Though Prabhas and Saif will play Rama and Ravan in the traditional style of antagonists the dynamics between the two epic warriors would be far more flexible.

IPL in UAE: How players are coping with quarantine in hotel

IPL in UAE: How players are coping with quarantine in hotel

Rediff.com21 Aug 2020

While Royals' squad completed its day 1 testing as per BCCI's Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) at the airport itself, KXIP went for a repeat test on Friday.

'Racist' remark against Assam girl on TV show sparks row

'Racist' remark against Assam girl on TV show sparks row

Rediff.com17 Nov 2021

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Tuesday said racism should be condemned "unequivocally" after a contestant from Guwahati on a dance reality show was subjected to racist rhetoric.

Former Bigg Boss contestant Mandana gets married

Former Bigg Boss contestant Mandana gets married

Rediff.com27 Jan 2017

Here's congratulating the bridal couple!

SEE: Tennis star Gauff's strong statement at #blacklivesmatter protest

SEE: Tennis star Gauff's strong statement at #blacklivesmatter protest

Rediff.com5 Jun 2020

'It's sad that I'm here protesting the same thing that she did 50-plus years ago'

Indian team wanted to give Dhoni big send-off, reveals Rahul

Indian team wanted to give Dhoni big send-off, reveals Rahul

Rediff.com19 Aug 2020

India's wicketkeeper batsman KL Rahul revealed that Mahendra Singh Dhoni's retirement from international cricket came as a shock for Team India as the players wanted to give the former skipper a big send-off on the field.

Why more Indians must speak up online

Why more Indians must speak up online

Rediff.com7 Dec 2018

'Anyone on Indian Twitter, Facebook, or any of the other forms of social media that matter (except elite forums like Instagram) understands instantly that it is dominated by upper-caste North Indian men.' 'Other voices are silenced and attacked,' says Mihir S Sharma.

Must-read! 8 inspiring quotes by Priyanka Chopra

Must-read! 8 inspiring quotes by Priyanka Chopra

Rediff.com2 Jul 2019

Your weekly shot of wisdom from Priyanka Chopra.

Katy Perry to perform in Mumbai. Are you excited?

Katy Perry to perform in Mumbai. Are you excited?

Rediff.com29 Aug 2019

The pop star took to Twitter to share the news of her first performance in Mumbai.

Hopes rest on Deepika as India look to exorcise past ghosts

Hopes rest on Deepika as India look to exorcise past ghosts

Rediff.com22 Jul 2021

Competing in her third successive Olympics, two-time world No. 1 Deepika has seen it all, from the lows of London to hitting rock-bottom at Rio 2016.

The Films that IMPRESSED Shoojit Sircar

The Films that IMPRESSED Shoojit Sircar

Rediff.com30 Dec 2021

Shoojit Sircar picks two Oscar-winning, slice-of-life films which say a lot with the minimum of fuss.

What are Sachin and Lara doing in Mumbai?

What are Sachin and Lara doing in Mumbai?

Rediff.com20 Oct 2018

'Great way to welcome the weekend...surprise visit from a good friend. Chilling with Brian Lara.'

IPL player reports corrupt approach; BCCI on high alert

IPL player reports corrupt approach; BCCI on high alert

Rediff.com3 Oct 2020

The 13th edition of the IPL is being held in the UAE in a bio-secure environment, which has significantly reduced the chance for persons with dubious credentials approaching the player directly.

PIX: Kangana celebrates Modi's win, makes pakodas!

PIX: Kangana celebrates Modi's win, makes pakodas!

Rediff.com24 May 2019

Other Bollywood stars cheered the BJP win as well.

#PrayforNice: World weeps for France

#PrayforNice: World weeps for France

Rediff.com15 Jul 2016

Thousands of people from across the world took to social media to remember those killed and injured in Thursday night's terror attack.

Saina-Kashyap ready to conquer Thailand

Saina-Kashyap ready to conquer Thailand

Rediff.com3 Jan 2021

Olympic silver medallist P V Sindhu is set to fly out of London on Sunday -- she will reach Bangkok via Doha.

PIX: 'Powerhouse' statue of Ibrahimovic unveiled in his hometown

PIX: 'Powerhouse' statue of Ibrahimovic unveiled in his hometown

Rediff.com9 Oct 2019

The statue depicts Zlatan Ibrahimovic celebrating in his own trademark style, with arms outstretched.

Tennis players question fairness over Olympic cut-off

Tennis players question fairness over Olympic cut-off

Rediff.com12 Jul 2021

'The most confusing part as a player is even though the entry deadline has passed for Olympics, we have no idea on what the exact cut off of rankings are.'

Amitabh-Abhishek's birthday wishes for Jaya

Amitabh-Abhishek's birthday wishes for Jaya

Rediff.com10 Apr 2018

'Happy Birthday Ma. You are the world to me.'

Indian-origin Banerjee lifts Wimbledon boys' singles title

Indian-origin Banerjee lifts Wimbledon boys' singles title

Rediff.com11 Jul 2021

Playing only his second junior Grand Slam, 17-year-old won 7-5, 6-3

Aishwarya, Aaradhya test negative for COVID, discharged

Aishwarya, Aaradhya test negative for COVID, discharged

Rediff.com27 Jul 2020

'Aishwarya and Aaradhya have thankfully tested negative and have been discharged from the hospital. They will now be at home,' Abhishek tweeted.

Coronavirus: Players will have to get used to new normal, says Ishant

Coronavirus: Players will have to get used to new normal, says Ishant

Rediff.com18 May 2020

Currently, all cricketing action across the world has come to a halt due to the coronavirus pandemic.

Amitabh on Phalke award: 'Deeply grateful and humbled'

Amitabh on Phalke award: 'Deeply grateful and humbled'

Rediff.com25 Sep 2019

Amitabh Bachchan has been awarded the prestigious Dadasaheb Phalke award.