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How Shilpa Celebrated Her 50th Birthday

How Shilpa Celebrated Her 50th Birthday

Rediff.com10 Jun 2025

Shilpa Shetty celebrated her 'gold' birthday in Croatia, and shared her happy pictures on social media.

The Tradition-wali Diwali

The Tradition-wali Diwali

Rediff.com31 Oct 2024

The mini utensils made of mud crafted by local potters and the gharaunda [miniature house] are unique to Diwali in Bihar.

Tamannaah-Vijay Light Up A Diwali Party

Tamannaah-Vijay Light Up A Diwali Party

Rediff.com13 Nov 2023

It was a couples night out when film folk visited Shilpa Shetty and Raj Kundra's home for a Diwali party.

PIX: Shilpa Shetty steps out for a movie

PIX: Shilpa Shetty steps out for a movie

Rediff.com28 Jan 2020

A special screening of Saif Ali Khan-Tabu's next film, Jawaani Jaaneman, was held for a select group of film folk in Mumbai.

'Why am I misunderstood every time I raise my voice?'

'Why am I misunderstood every time I raise my voice?'

Rediff.com18 Feb 2025

The Indian Olympic Association's athletes commission chairperson and boxing legend M C Mary Kom on Tuesday denied reports that she has resigned from her position.

Watch: Shilpa dances during Ganpati visarjan

Watch: Shilpa dances during Ganpati visarjan

Rediff.com24 Aug 2020

Shilpa Shetty bid goodbye to Lord Ganesha, and her family joined in wearing colour-coordinated outfits.

Is this Aamir's FAVOURITE SNACK?

Is this Aamir's FAVOURITE SNACK?

Rediff.com30 May 2022

Ranveer gets into Ching's mode... Kajol in casuals... Shilpa takes her women out...

Ranbir plays football with Tiger

Ranbir plays football with Tiger

Rediff.com21 Jun 2021

Rediff.com Contributing Photographer Pradeep Bandekar captures glimpses of the stars over the weekend.

'TRS chief's health condition deteriorating'

'TRS chief's health condition deteriorating'

Rediff.com2 Dec 2009

The health condition of Telangana Rashtra Samithi President K Chandrasekhar Rao is deteriorating due to his fast-unto-death, but he is refusing medical treatment, a senior government official said on Tuesday night.

Rani, Humpy in race for BBC honour

Rani, Humpy in race for BBC honour

Rediff.com8 Feb 2021

Vinesh, Dutee, Bhaker also among nominees for 'BBC Indian Sportswoman of the Year'.

Khel Ratna for Rani; Lovlina, Ishant take home Arjuna Award

Khel Ratna for Rani; Lovlina, Ishant take home Arjuna Award

Rediff.com1 Nov 2021

Sports Minister hands over trophies to 2020 National Sports Awards winners

Kareena Goes On A Lunch Date With...

Kareena Goes On A Lunch Date With...

Rediff.com13 Jun 2022

Kiara-Varun promote JugJugg Jeeyo... Sanya-Raj promote Hit - The First Case... Shilpa shows her film to her family...

India's long history of near misses at the Olympics

India's long history of near misses at the Olympics

Rediff.com19 Jul 2024

India's tryst with fourth-place Olympic heartbreaks

SHOCKER: Teen goes to school restroom complaining of pain, delivers baby

SHOCKER: Teen goes to school restroom complaining of pain, delivers baby

Rediff.com1 Dec 2015

She went to the bathroom complaining of stomach ache and gave birth there much to the amazement and shock of the teachers.

Petta releases, Rajinikanth fans go crazy!

Petta releases, Rajinikanth fans go crazy!

Rediff.com10 Jan 2019

'Petta response is so overwhelming and awesome.. Thank you Thalaivar fans!'

'Meri toh Mayawati hai, kasam se'

'Meri toh Mayawati hai, kasam se'

Rediff.com7 Feb 2017

In an all Dalit village in Muzzaffarnagar, three girls who do mazdoori after finishing the day's chores, will cast their vote for the first time. Opening their home and heart to Archana Masih/Rediff.com, they say all they want is a high school, a vehicle to take them to the main road and a sewing machine.

Neeraj, Sania throw their weight behind protesting wrestlers

Neeraj, Sania throw their weight behind protesting wrestlers

Rediff.com28 Apr 2023

Chopra expressed his disappointment a day after Indian Olympic Association (IOA) president PT Usha came down heavily on the wrestlers for hitting the streets to resume their protests instead of approaching its athletes' commission to lodge their complaints against Wrestling Federation of India (WFI) chief Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh.

Parul takes sensational 5000m gold; Annu emerges on top in javelin throw

Parul takes sensational 5000m gold; Annu emerges on top in javelin throw

Rediff.com3 Oct 2023

The stunning performance earned Parul her second medal in Hangzhou after claiming a silver in the women's 3000m Steeplechase on Monday.

The Busiest Firang Actor In India

The Busiest Firang Actor In India

Rediff.com23 Apr 2024

'There have been and will continue to be, so many captivating stories in colonial India.' 'Obviously, most of the white people were British, so if I am going to take on a role in a film set in one of the most turbulent periods of Indian history, then it only stands to reason that my character would be of British descent.' 'But that doesn't mean all my roles are negative.'

Deal with players' issues with respect and dignity: Athletes Commission

Deal with players' issues with respect and dignity: Athletes Commission

Rediff.com30 Apr 2023

The Athletes Commission of the IOA has recommended the national Olympic body to put systems in place to deal with issues of the players "with respect and dignity" in the light of the protest by India's top wrestlers.

FIR under POCSO Act against WFI chief Brij Bhushan

FIR under POCSO Act against WFI chief Brij Bhushan

Rediff.com28 Apr 2023

The Delhi Police on Friday registered two FIRs in connection with sexual harassment allegations levelled by women wrestlers against Wrestling Federation of India chief Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh.

Andhra crisis worsens for Congress, 12 MLAs quit

Andhra crisis worsens for Congress, 12 MLAs quit

Rediff.com1 Aug 2013

While normal life remained paralaysed in Andhra and Rayalseema region for the second consecutive day on Thursday over the Centre's decision to create a separate state of Telangana, Andhra Pradesh appeared to be hurtling towards a deeper political crisis.

Doctors assaulted inside Delhi hospital after death of newborn baby

Doctors assaulted inside Delhi hospital after death of newborn baby

Rediff.com14 Oct 2021

Three doctors were allegedly assaulted by the family members of a patient at a private hospital in northwest Delhi's Pitampura after a newborn baby died during a caesarean procedure, police said on Thursday.

90 UNFORGETTABLE Asha Bhosle Songs

90 UNFORGETTABLE Asha Bhosle Songs

Rediff.com8 Sep 2023

Much, much, much before Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani fussed over What Jhumka, Asha Bhosle trilled in her alluring voice and teased us with tantalising details about the events leading to her precious Jhumka's loss. Sukanya Verma celebrates the singing legend who turns 90 on September 8.

Mulayam, Ustad Zakir Hussain, SM Krishna get Padma Vibhushan

Mulayam, Ustad Zakir Hussain, SM Krishna get Padma Vibhushan

Rediff.com25 Jan 2023

Samajwadi Party patriarch Mulayam Singh Yadav is among six personalities chosen for this year's Padma Vibhushan.

Kumkum Bhagya, Kundali Bhagya win big

Kumkum Bhagya, Kundali Bhagya win big

Rediff.com15 Oct 2018

Meet the winners at the Zee Rishtey Awards.

'May our kids make us better versions of ourselves'

'May our kids make us better versions of ourselves'

Rediff.com10 May 2021

Bollywood's star moms celebrated Mother's Day with adorable pictures of their children, spreading love at a time when we really need it.

CWG 2022: How India fared on Tuesday, August 2

CWG 2022: How India fared on Tuesday, August 2

Rediff.com3 Aug 2022

India held on to sixth place in the medals tally

Ajay Devgn, Suriya win National Awards

Ajay Devgn, Suriya win National Awards

Rediff.com22 Jul 2022

The 10-member jury was headed by filmmaker Vipul Shah. The awards were announced by jury member Dharam Gulati.

'He was one of India's greatest sporting icons'

'He was one of India's greatest sporting icons'

Rediff.com25 May 2020

Tributes pour in for Hockey great Balbir Singh Sr.

Boxing worlds: Smashing start to India's campaign

Boxing worlds: Smashing start to India's campaign

Rediff.com16 Nov 2018

Rookie Manisha outclasses two-time bronze medallist Christina Cruz

No Arjuna for past Khel Ratnas Sakshi, Mirabai

No Arjuna for past Khel Ratnas Sakshi, Mirabai

Rediff.com21 Aug 2020

This was due to the fact that they had already won the Khel Ratna, the country's highest sporting honour.

Sania has done more than anyone else to make India proud: Shah Rukh

Sania has done more than anyone else to make India proud: Shah Rukh

Rediff.com13 Jul 2016

Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan launched the autobiography of tennis star Sania Mirza titled Ace Against Odds in Hyderabad on Wednesday.

Neeraj recommended for Khel Ratna award

Neeraj recommended for Khel Ratna award

Rediff.com27 Apr 2018

Javelin thrower Annu Rani and four-time Commonwealth Games medallist discus thrower Seema Antil Punia also have been recommended for the Arjuna Award.

Amid COVID gloom, could it be 'India Shining' in Tokyo?

Amid COVID gloom, could it be 'India Shining' in Tokyo?

Rediff.com22 Jul 2021

India has just 28 Olympic medals to its credit since making a debut back in 1900.

Asiad athletics: Dutee bags second medal, wins 200m silver

Asiad athletics: Dutee bags second medal, wins 200m silver

Rediff.com29 Aug 2018

Dutee Chand joined her illustrious compatriots such as P T Usha in the list of athletes who have won more than one medal at the Asian Games as she added a silver to her kitty after finishing second earlier in the women's 100m dash, in Jakarta, on Wednesday.

Kumble in running for Coach of the Year award

Kumble in running for Coach of the Year award

Rediff.com2 Nov 2017

Former India coach Anil Kumble is in the running for the Coach of the Year award in the inaugural edition of the Indian Sports Honours, instituted by the RP-SG Group in association with the foundation of skipper Virat Kohli.

'I am the godfather of disco'

'I am the godfather of disco'

Rediff.com16 Feb 2022

'You make a hit, everything is fit.'

Sprinter Merlin Joseph creates new national record in 100m; Dutee takes gold

Sprinter Merlin Joseph creates new national record in 100m; Dutee takes gold

Rediff.com8 Sep 2013

Railways sprinter Merlin K Joseph smashed the 13-year-old national record in women's 100m race in the semi-finals on Sunday, but could manage only a bronze in the finals on the second day of the 53rd National Open Athletics Championships in Ranchi.

How Many Children do BJP MLAs in UP have?

How Many Children do BJP MLAs in UP have?

Rediff.com13 Jul 2021

Given the controversy over Uttar Pradesh's population control moves, Hemant Shivsaran/Rediff.com digs deep to find out how many children BJP MLAs in UP have.