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'He was simply larger than life'

'He was simply larger than life'

Rediff.com2 Oct 2024

The Denver Nuggets, who took Mutombo in the first round of the 1991 draft, said in a statement they were "heartbroken" by his passing.

Ganguly will continue to be our brand ambassador: Adani

Ganguly will continue to be our brand ambassador: Adani

Rediff.com5 Jan 2021

Ganguly, who endorses Fortune Rice Bran Cooking Oil, felt discomfort on January 2 while performing physical exercise in the home gymnasium at around 11 am. Following this, he underwent an angioplasty at the Woodlands Hospital.

Delhi civic body acts as Danish envoy flags trash-filled road on social media

Delhi civic body acts as Danish envoy flags trash-filled road on social media

Rediff.com9 May 2024

In the video, Svane, standing in the middle of the lane, points to the trash and construction debris strewn along both sides of it.

Old Indian icon becomes French Ambassador

Old Indian icon becomes French Ambassador

Rediff.com11 Feb 2017

This is the second deal between Peugeot and the C K Birla group. Last month, the two groups entered a "long-term" partnership, with an initial investment in capital expenditure of close to Rs 700 crore, for vehicle and power-train manufacturing in Tamil Nadu.

Turkey's Erdogan skips Kashmir in UN speech. Here's why

Turkey's Erdogan skips Kashmir in UN speech. Here's why

Rediff.com27 Sep 2024

Erdogan's skipping of the Kashmir reference is being seen as an apparent shift in Turkiye's stance and comes at a time when the country is trying to become a member of the BRICS grouping to forge alliances beyond the West.

Mahatma Carter

Mahatma Carter

Rediff.com9 Jan 2025

Carter was in politics, but not a politician, certainly not a transactional politician, points out Shreekant Sambrani.

Dharavi's Maleesha, All Of 15, Becomes A Brand Ambassador

Dharavi's Maleesha, All Of 15, Becomes A Brand Ambassador

Rediff.com23 May 2023

Why Mumbai teen Maleesha Kharwa needs to be on your style radar.

Alia Is Worth It!

Alia Is Worth It!

Rediff.com4 Sep 2024

Kareena is off to work... Raashii shares a picture from the sets...Rajkummar is grateful...

NADA picks actor Suniel Shetty to be brand ambassador

NADA picks actor Suniel Shetty to be brand ambassador

Rediff.com9 Dec 2019

The National Anti Doping Agency reckons that Bollywood actor Suniel Shetty's reach is far more than Indian sportspersons.

When Ananya Twinkled As Tinker Bell

When Ananya Twinkled As Tinker Bell

Rediff.com19 Jun 2024

Ananya attended the Swarovski Masters of Light exhibition in Milan as a fairy.

Raj Kapoor@100: The Essential RK Playlist

Raj Kapoor@100: The Essential RK Playlist

Rediff.com14 Dec 2024

Sukanya Verma remembers some of his greatest solo numbers in our fondly curated playlist.

T20 World Cup: Yuvraj Steals The Show

T20 World Cup: Yuvraj Steals The Show

Rediff.com6 Jun 2024

Yuvraj Singh surprised everyone with his entrance at the Nassau stadium in New York.

'Want to discuss Indian boxing with sports minister'

'Want to discuss Indian boxing with sports minister'

Rediff.com3 Oct 2024

Refusing to share her exact concerns, Mary Kom said she would rather discuss them in the meeting with Mandaviya and BFI top brass.

Modi-Biden hold hour-long talks ahead of Quad summit

Modi-Biden hold hour-long talks ahead of Quad summit

Rediff.com22 Sep 2024

The war and Modi's recent visit to Ukraine is expected to figure prominently in the bilateral meeting, according to US National Security Adviser Jake Sullivan.

'India aim to host 2036 Olympics; finish in top 10'

'India aim to host 2036 Olympics; finish in top 10'

Rediff.com20 Sep 2024

Union minister Mansukh Mandaviya said India is aiming to host the 2036 Olympics and finish in the top 10 in the medals tally.

Small Town India Falls In Love With MFs

Small Town India Falls In Love With MFs

Rediff.com24 Dec 2024

More than 50 per cent of SIP accounts come from semi-urban and rural areas.

A Day That Ustad Zakir Hussain Gifted Me

A Day That Ustad Zakir Hussain Gifted Me

Rediff.com17 Dec 2024

The eulogies will pour for Ustad Zakir Hussain. There will be those who recount his genius, his enterprise, his achievements, his grace, and his charm. I have no selfies or autographs to remember him by, but I will never forget his most generous and gracious gift to me -- one day in heaven, among the celestial ensemble of Indian music.

India-Canada Rift: US Is The Only Winner

India-Canada Rift: US Is The Only Winner

Rediff.com18 Oct 2024

'Are we to believe that coordinated moves by the Canadian and US authorities are no longer taking place?', asks Ambassador M K Bhadrakumar.

Biden makes his final Quad summit an event to remember

Biden makes his final Quad summit an event to remember

Rediff.com22 Sep 2024

US President Joe Biden on Saturday rolled out the red carpet to welcome leaders of Quad countries, Prime Ministers Narendra Modi of India, Anthony Albanese from Australia and Fumio Kishida of Japan.

Laos: 47 Indians trapped in cyber scam centres rescued

Laos: 47 Indians trapped in cyber scam centres rescued

Rediff.com31 Aug 2024

At least 47 Indians trapped in cyber scam centres in Laos have been rescued from the Bokeo province of the country, the Indian embassy in the Southeast Asian country said on Saturday.

Harvinder, Preeti flag-bearers for Paralympics closing ceremony

Harvinder, Preeti flag-bearers for Paralympics closing ceremony

Rediff.com6 Sep 2024

Gold medal-winning archer Harvinder Singh and sprinter Preeti Pal, who won two medals at the Paralympics, will be India's flag bearers during the closing ceremony of the Paris Games on Sunday.

Rahman joins Olympic Goodwill Ambassadors' list

Rahman joins Olympic Goodwill Ambassadors' list

Rediff.com12 May 2016

Oscar-winning music composer A R Rahman has agreed to be a Goodwill Ambassador of the Indian Olympic contingent for the Rio Games. He joins cricket icon Sachin Tendulkar, ace shooter Abhinav Bindra and Bollywood star Salman Khan, who all had earlier accepted the role offered by the Indian Olympic Association.

Anwar Ali's AIFF ban sparks outrage, Chhetri defends him

Anwar Ali's AIFF ban sparks outrage, Chhetri defends him

Rediff.com3 Oct 2024

Anwar was handed a four-month ban by All India Football Federation (AIFF) in early September with the governing body holding the player "guilty" of terminating his contract with Mohun Bagan in an unjust manner and signing a new deal with East Bengal, having returned to his parent club Delhi FC.

We demand safer, just society for women, write eminent persons

We demand safer, just society for women, write eminent persons

Rediff.com21 Aug 2024

In a joint statement, they noted that while the incident highlights the prevailing "apathy, misgovernance and lack of accountability" in Kolkata, the capital of West Bengal, the state government's "apparent inclination" to shield perpetrators rather than protect victims is a "grave miscarriage of justice".

Lilly Singh: From 'Superwoman' to goodwill ambassador

Lilly Singh: From 'Superwoman' to goodwill ambassador

Rediff.com19 Jul 2017

The Indian-origin Canadian YouTube star joins the long list of celebs using their fame to promote a good cause.

Built consensus with India, will reach solution at early date, says China

Built consensus with India, will reach solution at early date, says China

Rediff.com26 Sep 2024

China and India were able to "reduce differences" and build "some consensus" on disengaging troops from friction points to end the standoff in eastern Ladakh and agreed to maintain dialogue to reach a resolution acceptable to both sides at an "early date", the Chinese defence ministry said on Thursday.

India Shining Under Modi In International Arena

India Shining Under Modi In International Arena

Rediff.com1 Oct 2024

PM Modi went to New York this time not to engage in polemics, but to find solutions to global problems. He made some progress on several matters, even on reform of the UN Security Council, when the US made a major concession for the first time that six permanent members without veto, including India, could be considered

Afridi likens India-Pak tie to 'Superbowl'

Afridi likens India-Pak tie to 'Superbowl'

Rediff.com5 Jun 2024

Cricket's biggest rivalry is heading to American soil for the first time as arch-rivals India and Pakistan take on each other in the ICC T20 World Cup in New York

Virat Kohli tops celebrity rankings with a brand value of $227.9 million

Virat Kohli tops celebrity rankings with a brand value of $227.9 million

Rediff.com19 Jun 2024

Cricketer Virat Kohli has reclaimed the top position in brand value, now reaching $227.9 million, surpassing Bollywood star Ranveer Singh, who holds the second spot with $203.1 million, according to Kroll's 'Celebrity Brand Valuation Report 2023: Brands, Business, Bollywood'. The report ranks India's most influential celebrity brands by assessing their brand values derived from endorsements and social media presence.

Indian crew member of capsized ship off Oman dies

Indian crew member of capsized ship off Oman dies

Rediff.com18 Jul 2024

An Indian crew member of a Comoros-flagged oil tanker that capsized off the Oman coast has died, officials said on Thursday.

Former foreign minister Natwar Singh passes away

Former foreign minister Natwar Singh passes away

Rediff.com11 Aug 2024

Former External Affairs Minister K Natwar Singh passed away on Saturday night after a prolonged illness, family sources said. He was 93.

Xi appoints new envoy to India after 18-month delay amid frozen ties

Xi appoints new envoy to India after 18-month delay amid frozen ties

Rediff.com7 May 2024

Xu, 60, is expected to travel to New Delhi soon to take over his new posting.

Can Egg, Gluten, Diary Cause Bloating?

Can Egg, Gluten, Diary Cause Bloating?

Rediff.com14 Oct 2024

rediffGURU Shreya Shah answers diet and nutrition related questions.

Olympics: Where's St Lucia? Alfred puts her country on the map

Olympics: Where's St Lucia? Alfred puts her country on the map

Rediff.com4 Aug 2024

It was Julien Alfred, from an island of 180,000 people, who stole the show in the women's 100m final at the Paris Olympics on Sunday.

10th International Yoga Day celebrated worldwide

10th International Yoga Day celebrated worldwide

Rediff.com21 Jun 2024

Thousands of yoga enthusiasts from across the world rolled out their yoga mats as they joined day-long sessions of the ancient Indian practice to commemorate the 10th International Day of Yoga on Friday.

Pained, disturbed: Dhankhar slams Rahul for remarks in US

Pained, disturbed: Dhankhar slams Rahul for remarks in US

Rediff.com12 Sep 2024

Dhankhar said every Indian outside the country has to be an ambassador of the nation.

What's Eric Garcetti Doing With WC Legends?

What's Eric Garcetti Doing With WC Legends?

Rediff.com18 Nov 2023

America's hyperactive Ambassador Eric Garcetti met members of India's 1983 World Cup-winning team -- Kapil Dev, Sunil Gavaskar, Ravi Shastri, Roger Binny, Kirti Azad and Mohinder Amarnath in New Delhi on Friday, November 17, 2023.

Priyanka's Super Cool Mom Life

Priyanka's Super Cool Mom Life

Rediff.com18 Jul 2024

Glance through her Instagram account and you will know that PeeCee loves having fun with her daughter, whether they are vacationing or on set.

Prashant Kishor floats Jan Suraaj Party, vows to end liquor ban

Prashant Kishor floats Jan Suraaj Party, vows to end liquor ban

Rediff.com2 Oct 2024

The party was floated exactly two years after Kishor had embarked on a more than 3,000-km-long 'padayatra' of the state.

Bindra joins Salman as Rio Games ambassador

Bindra joins Salman as Rio Games ambassador

Rediff.com29 Apr 2016

'I will be writing to every member of the Indian Olympic team and offering them any help they may want.'