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Shooting: Elavenil, Anish among 34 core group picked for Olympics

Shooting: Elavenil, Anish among 34 core group picked for Olympics

Rediff.com26 Jun 2020

Elavenil Valarivan and Anish Bhanwala, two of India's finest young shooters, were on Friday named in a 34-member core group for the Tokyo Olympics. The National Rifle Association of India (NRAI) released the list of shooters who will be training separately for the quadrennial sporting extravaganza, scheduled to be held next summer after the COVID-19 pandemic pushed the Games back by a year.

How Ayushmann, Richa, Radhika spent their weekend!

How Ayushmann, Richa, Radhika spent their weekend!

Rediff.com26 Sep 2016

Here's how Bollywood stars spent the weekend in various parts of Mumbai.

Bollywood's REAL LIFE Stories in 2021

Bollywood's REAL LIFE Stories in 2021

Rediff.com16 Dec 2020

Many big Bollywood's big movies have been pushed forward to 2021, thanks to the COVID-19 pandemic and lockdown. Among them are quite a few bio-pics.

Arjan Singh was a beacon of military leadership

Arjan Singh was a beacon of military leadership

Rediff.com18 Sep 2017

He was awarded the distinguished Flying Cross in 1944. This honour is equivalent to today's Param Vir Chakra. The Arjan Singh Trust for needy air force personnel was set up out of the proceeds of his farm house in Delhi being sold. He was a charismatic leader of men and lived up to the fine traditions of soldiering, says Group Captain Murli Menon (retd).

'Wearing a bikini is vulgar'

'Wearing a bikini is vulgar'

Rediff.com14 Sep 2017

'Indian men like Indian women to be decent.' 'If I show everything, what's the point?'

'Rest in glory, Lataji'

'Rest in glory, Lataji'

Rediff.com6 Feb 2022

'The source of our music, the very notes of music itself have fallen silent.'

'The years in service were the best days of my life... until now'

'The years in service were the best days of my life... until now'

Rediff.com8 Sep 2015

Insiyah Vahanvaty continues our special series on the ex-servicemen agitating for One Rank One Pension at Delhi's Jantar Mantar.

PIX: Alia Bhatt watches Sanju with Ranbir

PIX: Alia Bhatt watches Sanju with Ranbir

Rediff.com29 Jun 2018

Bollywood queues up to watch Sanju.

Is Modi copying Indira's Emergency textbook?

Is Modi copying Indira's Emergency textbook?

Rediff.com26 Jun 2021

'Consider Mrs Gandhi's view of her opponents: Traitors, anti-nationals, rumour-mongers.' Does the spirit of the Emergency-era Indira Gandhi still rule India? asks Vir Sanghvi.

Manmohan's response to terror not as strong as Modi's: Sheila Dikshit

Manmohan's response to terror not as strong as Modi's: Sheila Dikshit

Rediff.com14 Mar 2019

Dikshit, a former three-time chief minister of Delhi, however, added that there was a feeling that the PM is doing it all for politics.

FAQ: Is it safe to take antibody cocktail for Covid-19?

FAQ: Is it safe to take antibody cocktail for Covid-19?

Rediff.com10 Jun 2021

According to medical practitioners, the treatment is especially useful in controlling disease among those who have not received the vaccine or got only one shot and also the high-risk contacts of a patient.

'I used to torture Sunny Leone'

'I used to torture Sunny Leone'

Rediff.com1 Feb 2016

Milap Zaveri talks about Mastizaade, Sunny Leone and much more!

PIX: Soha, Kunal walk the ramp for a cause

PIX: Soha, Kunal walk the ramp for a cause

Rediff.com6 Oct 2016

A look at the star arrivals!

Kareena bats for the women's cricket team!

Kareena bats for the women's cricket team!

Rediff.com31 Oct 2019

Get your low-down on what's happening in the world of Bollywood, right here!

UP cop says no rape in Hathras case; experts junk claim

UP cop says no rape in Hathras case; experts junk claim

Rediff.com2 Oct 2020

"Even the woman in her statement to police did not mention about rape but talked about 'marpeet' (beating) only," the ADG said.

'Bhartiyata' should be our only loyalty'

'Bhartiyata' should be our only loyalty'

Rediff.com26 Jan 2022

'As Indians, we should be claiming and celebrating 'Bhartiyata' rather than seeking commitment to beliefs which are divisive and exclusionary.'

Aishwarya, SRK, Katrina at Ambani party

Aishwarya, SRK, Katrina at Ambani party

Rediff.com27 Mar 2018

Congratulations Shloka and Akash!

Foodstar, India's own version of Michelin Star rankings!

Foodstar, India's own version of Michelin Star rankings!

Rediff.com19 Mar 2020

Culinary Culture, which is spearheading the venture, will bring globally-ranked chefs to India as well as take local chefs abroad so they can work at world-ranked eateries.

With core business shaky, IT services cos to take a revenue hit

With core business shaky, IT services cos to take a revenue hit

Rediff.com29 Jan 2020

Experts are of the opinion that though digital services hold the future, the companies are likely to take a hit during the transition period.

Stand-up comedians post apology after old videos, tweets resurface

Stand-up comedians post apology after old videos, tweets resurface

Rediff.com15 Jul 2020

Earlier this week, Twitter users dug out screenshots of jokes of some comics, including Varun Grover, Aditi Mittal, Abish Mathew, which they had cracked in the past.

Box Office: Revolver Rani, Kaanchi open poorly

Box Office: Revolver Rani, Kaanchi open poorly

Rediff.com28 Apr 2014

Trade analyst Vinod Mirani gives us the box office verdict for the week.

Huma's electricity bill: Rs 50k! Taapsee's: Rs 36k!

Huma's electricity bill: Rs 50k! Taapsee's: Rs 36k!

Rediff.com29 Jun 2020

Huma Qureshi, Taapsee Pannu, Pulkit Samrat, Renuka Shahane, Bijoy Nambiar are among several Bollywood personalities to express concern over huge electricity bills.

Manushi rocks daring high slit dress like a pro

Manushi rocks daring high slit dress like a pro

Rediff.com20 Jun 2019

See how your favourite stars dazzled at the finale of Femina Miss India 2019.

Farewell, Victor of the Battle of Basantar

Farewell, Victor of the Battle of Basantar

Rediff.com31 Mar 2021

Lieutenant General Walter Anthony Gustavo Pinto was known for his dynamic, bold and aggressive leadership in the Battle of Basantar during the 1971 War. Lieutenant General B T Pandit -- who was awarded a Vir Chakra for his courage during that battle -- salutes the Victor of Basantar who passed into the ages last week.

Mandira, Katrina, Priyanka: Who's got the BEST muscles? VOTE!

Mandira, Katrina, Priyanka: Who's got the BEST muscles? VOTE!

Rediff.com30 Jul 2014

Take this fun poll now!

Shah Rukh Khan: Khushwant Singh made our lives so much richer

Shah Rukh Khan: Khushwant Singh made our lives so much richer

Rediff.com20 Mar 2014

Here's what your favourite Bollywood celebrities are tweeting.

'#HappyRakhi to my army of brothers!'

'#HappyRakhi to my army of brothers!'

Rediff.com23 Aug 2021

Bollywood celebrated Raksha Bandhan with their siblings over the weekend, and posted lovely pictures on Instagram.

PIX: Bollywood's notable toy boys!

PIX: Bollywood's notable toy boys!

Rediff.com22 Apr 2014

Vir Das plays Kangna Ranaut's toy boy in this week's release Revolver Rani.

Coronavirus lockdown: How to keep children busy

Coronavirus lockdown: How to keep children busy

Rediff.com26 Mar 2020

Owing to cancelled schedules, busy Bollywood celebrities are engaging in all sorts of fun activities with their brood.

Box Office: Shaadi Ke Side Effects opens poorly

Box Office: Shaadi Ke Side Effects opens poorly

Rediff.com3 Mar 2014

Trade analyst Vindo Mirani gives box office verdict for the week.

PIX: Singer Meiyang Chang's GORGEOUS Mumbai home

PIX: Singer Meiyang Chang's GORGEOUS Mumbai home

Rediff.com21 Aug 2014

Take a look at the singer's two-bedroom flat in suburban Mumbai.

2 brothers, 85-yr-old woman among 38 killed in Delhi riots

2 brothers, 85-yr-old woman among 38 killed in Delhi riots

Rediff.com28 Feb 2020

Aamir, 25, who worked as a driver, and his brother Hashim, 16, set out from Ghaziabad on Wednesday to check on their elder brother Shairuddin in Gokalpuri, one of the focal points of the violence. The two never reached Shairuddin's place.

MasterChef India judge Kunal's recipes: Grilled fish, Ravioli, more

MasterChef India judge Kunal's recipes: Grilled fish, Ravioli, more

Rediff.com18 Mar 2014

Nine mouth-watering recipes from Chef Kunal Kapur's cook book, A Chef In Every Home.

Taapsee, Shraddha earn more than Saif!

Taapsee, Shraddha earn more than Saif!

Rediff.com10 Dec 2018

Some surprises here!

This is what Kareena's day with Taimur is like!

This is what Kareena's day with Taimur is like!

Rediff.com12 May 2020

We got to see the cutest baby pictures when Bollywood's star moms celebrated Mother's Day

She insists on going Dutch! What do you do?

She insists on going Dutch! What do you do?

Rediff.com18 Feb 2014

Vir Sanghvi offers tips

PUBG Mobile sheds China link to woo Indian gamers

PUBG Mobile sheds China link to woo Indian gamers

Rediff.com9 Sep 2020

Even though PUBG Corporation is a South Korean company with its headquarters in Seoul, Tencent Gaming, a subsidiary of Chinese investment and technology giant Tencent, holds the global franchise for the mobile version of the game.

Shershaah : Worthy Biopic for an Iconic Warrior

Shershaah : Worthy Biopic for an Iconic Warrior

Rediff.com14 Aug 2021

'Captain Vikram Batra, PVC and his unit 13 Jak Rif did stand out because of the sheer magnitude of the task allotted to them but also the exceptional professionalism with which it was executed and completed,' recalls Lieutenant General Syed Ata Hasnain (retd).

ISSF World C'ships: Two more junior gold medals for India

ISSF World C'ships: Two more junior gold medals for India

Rediff.com13 Sep 2018

Singh shot a score of 587 (291 in precision and 296 in rapid) in the individual competition to grab the gold ahead of American Henry Leverett (584) and Korean Lee Jaekyoon (582).

Sonakshi, Taapsee lash out at Akshay, Devgn

Sonakshi, Taapsee lash out at Akshay, Devgn

Rediff.com4 Feb 2021

'Let us stand together in displaying our utter and complete lack of spine, in safeguarding our hundreds of crore rupees of income and in supporting this military-style mobilisation against the very masses who have practically treated us as gods and to whom we owe everything we enjoy.'