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'I really don't have anything in my head'

'I really don't have anything in my head'

Rediff.com20 Sep 2016

'When a girl, travelling alone with her headphones on and listening to music, reaches home safely, that will be the success for me.' PINK producer Shoojit Sircar and his team thanks everyone for making his film a success.

Explained: How humans will travel in hyperloop

Explained: How humans will travel in hyperloop

Rediff.com12 Dec 2020

What engineering problems make it hard to use 17th century physics to move lots of people quickly across serious distances? Devangshu Datta has the answers.

Winter recipes: Prawn Taco Cups, Focaccia Pizza

Winter recipes: Prawn Taco Cups, Focaccia Pizza

Rediff.com5 Jan 2020

Chef Vijesh Modi, Sous Chef, The Deltin, Daman shares his special recipes for cold winter nights.

PIX: Maria Sharapova and her rich friends

PIX: Maria Sharapova and her rich friends

Rediff.com27 Nov 2018

Sharapova is not just one of the world's top tennis players but a brilliant business woman.

Airlines attract Indian flyers with premium economy offering

Airlines attract Indian flyers with premium economy offering

Rediff.com4 Oct 2015

On Indian routes, Air France, British Airways and Virgin Atlantic are offering premium economy seating

COVID-19: You may need a 'vaccine passport' to fly around the world

COVID-19: You may need a 'vaccine passport' to fly around the world

Rediff.com15 Feb 2021

Several companies and technology heavyweights including Microsoft, Oracle and Salesforce are working to create a digital vaccination passport or health passport app in the hope that governments and airlines will require travellers to upload details of their Covid-19 tests and immunisation. The vaccine passport will effectively create digital credentials that could be the key to attending crowded events or even visiting countries.

Grenada hit 10, Suriname 7 in World Cup qualifiers

Grenada hit 10, Suriname 7 in World Cup qualifiers

Rediff.com27 Mar 2008

Grenada smashed US Virgin Islands 10-0 while Suriname trounced Montserrat 7-1 in the CONCACAF preliminary round football World Cup qualifiers. Elsewhere, Antigua beat Aruba 1-0 despite having three players sent off and missing a penalty while Belize held out for a 1-1 draw away to St Kitts & Nevis to earn a prestigious tie against Mexico.

From bullock cart to biofuel

From bullock cart to biofuel

Rediff.com8 Mar 2008

In Indian villages, the concepts of bio-fuels and carbon footprints do not exist. Yet, people use cycles, bullock carts, rickshaws and their own two feet, none of which cost the environment anything.

First Look: Priyanka becomes a superhero

First Look: Priyanka becomes a superhero

Rediff.com31 Oct 2007

The actress has teamed up with Virgin Comics to create a new superhero character for comic books, animation and games.

Indian banks urge UK court to declare Mallya bankrupt

Indian banks urge UK court to declare Mallya bankrupt

Rediff.com11 Dec 2019

A consortium of Indian public sector banks led by SBI sought a bankruptcy order against embattled liquor tycoon Vijay Mallya during a high court hearing in London on Wednesday as part of efforts to recoup around 1.145 billion pounds in unpaid loans. Mallya's legal team, led by barrister Philip Marshall, argued for the bankruptcy petition to be dismissed because their client was being unfairly pursued by the banks in India and the UK on opposing grounds.

Trailer review: Madness abounds in Deepika's first English film

Trailer review: Madness abounds in Deepika's first English film

Rediff.com9 Jul 2014

Raja Sen reviews Finding Fanny trailer.

Back to the wall, will Choksi still manage to pull off a trick or two?

Back to the wall, will Choksi still manage to pull off a trick or two?

Rediff.com12 Jun 2021

Given how everything has played out, Mehul Choksi, now 62, achieved all that he wanted but for all the wrong reasons, says Pavan Lall.

Pak's 1st woman astronaut hails ISRO on Chandrayaan-2

Pak's 1st woman astronaut hails ISRO on Chandrayaan-2

Rediff.com9 Sep 2019

Her comments came amid the ongoing war of words between India and Pakistan ever since India withdrew Jammu and Kashmir's special status and bifurcated it into two union territories on August 5.

Irma headed for Bahamas after battering Caribbean, at least 10 killed

Irma headed for Bahamas after battering Caribbean, at least 10 killed

Rediff.com8 Sep 2017

The evacuation of coastal areas of Florida and neighboring Georgia was the biggest seen in the US in a dozen years.

3 healthy salad recipes to make at home

3 healthy salad recipes to make at home

Rediff.com19 Mar 2020

Salads are a great option when you want to boost your immune system. Presenting three salad recipes you can cook while you are working from home.

The Most Wicked Comments and Injured Egos on Koffee with Karan

The Most Wicked Comments and Injured Egos on Koffee with Karan

Rediff.com11 Dec 2013

Here's chronicling Koffee With Karan's history of tongue in cheek comments by the celebrities.

The 5 MOST INTERESTING revelations from Koffee With Karan

The 5 MOST INTERESTING revelations from Koffee With Karan

Rediff.com11 Feb 2014

Koffee With Karan -- Bollywood's new treasure trove of interesting trivia and anecdotes -- has racked up quite a few interesting revelations in season four.

Recipes: How to cook a turkey for Thanksgiving

Recipes: How to cook a turkey for Thanksgiving

Rediff.com28 Nov 2019

Vibhav Verma, Executive Chef, Grand Mercure Bangalore shares two Thanksgiving recipes.

The missing pieces in Jet Air's revival plan

The missing pieces in Jet Air's revival plan

Rediff.com7 Nov 2020

After 18 months of closure, what really could be salvaged? And the answer sadly is, precious little, Patience, perseverance and plenty of moolah is the way forward even assuming intent is in place, says Anjuli Bhargava.

Vote and avail of discounts this poll season

Vote and avail of discounts this poll season

Rediff.com10 Apr 2014

Companies are luring voters with special discounts, offers and freebies.

PIX: When drones replaced models on the runway

PIX: When drones replaced models on the runway

Rediff.com27 Feb 2018

Drones flew handbags down the runway at the Dolce & Gabbana show.

The best airline staff in the world

The best airline staff in the world

Rediff.com2 Sep 2014

Here are the world's most courteous, friendly, helpful and efficient airline crews from each continent.

It's Branson vs Adani in Australia

It's Branson vs Adani in Australia

Rediff.com9 May 2015

Virgin promoter to protest Adani's mining project in Australia, saying it will damage the Great Barrier Reef

The BEST Koffee with Karan episode? VOTE!

The BEST Koffee with Karan episode? VOTE!

Rediff.com14 Apr 2014

Take this fun poll now!

'I got carried away': Pandya apologises for comments on TV show

'I got carried away': Pandya apologises for comments on TV show

Rediff.com9 Jan 2019

India all-rounder Hardik Pandya apologised after being slammed for making what many construed as misogynistic and sexist remarks on the TV show Koffee With Karan, saying he got 'carried away by the nature' of the show.

Panama Papers fallout: Iceland PM resigns

Panama Papers fallout: Iceland PM resigns

Rediff.com6 Apr 2016

Becoming the first casualty of the Panama Papers scandale, Iceland's Prime Minister Sigmundur David Gunnlaugsson resigned on Tuesday.

Branson to invest $50 mn in Indian airline

Branson to invest $50 mn in Indian airline

Rediff.com1 Apr 2005

Virgin Atlantic Airways Chairman Richard Branson has said he planned to invest about $50 million in his personal capacity in an Indian airline for which he was in talks with 'four different people' in the country.

The Mission Mangal Review

The Mission Mangal Review

Rediff.com15 Aug 2019

Mission Mangal has its heart in place, feels Sukanya Verma.

Vijay Mallya's maze gets trickier

Vijay Mallya's maze gets trickier

Rediff.com1 Jan 2014

Karnataka HC seeks probe into fund diversion by United Spirits.

Dhawan, Smriti recommended for Arjuna awards

Dhawan, Smriti recommended for Arjuna awards

Rediff.com25 Apr 2018

Meanwhile, the Board has given the names of Hardik Pandya and Dinesh Karthik as India's representatives in the World XI team that will play West Indies in a charity Twenty20 match at the Lord's on May 31.

In pix: Interesting Christmas rituals around the world

In pix: Interesting Christmas rituals around the world

Rediff.com25 Dec 2017

How many of these did you already know about?

How UBS helped Indians with offshore firms

How UBS helped Indians with offshore firms

Rediff.com21 Jun 2013

While UBS acted as master client for offshore firms, Sharecorp was a nominee of Indian beneficiaries.

CWG Medals Tally: India finish 3rd with 26 golds; Australia top

CWG Medals Tally: India finish 3rd with 26 golds; Australia top

Rediff.com15 Apr 2018

Medals tally of the 2018 Commonwealth Games in Gold Coast.

TOP 15: Things women say and what they mean!

TOP 15: Things women say and what they mean!

Rediff.com13 Feb 2013

Author of bestselling romance novels, Madhuri Banerjee agrees that when women say one thing, they usually mean something else altogether. So here's her dummy's guide to understanding women!

What parivartan does Modi want?

What parivartan does Modi want?

Rediff.com18 Mar 2021

The prime minister says he will bring real change to Bengal. Perhaps he will. The interesting thing is that his party has never defined what this change is, observes Aakar Patel.

WATCH: Why Meghalaya is called Scotland of the East

WATCH: Why Meghalaya is called Scotland of the East

Rediff.com12 Dec 2019

Vlogger Gaurav Taneja shares some of his most interesting discoveries and learnings from his recent trip to Meghalaya.

STOP eating these 10 foods to LOSE weight

STOP eating these 10 foods to LOSE weight

Rediff.com21 Jan 2021

'Instead of fearing these foods, which never helps because it only increases cortisol levels, exercise control over your mouth, greed, portions and adopt an overall healthy lifestyle,' advises lifestyle coach Luke Coutinho.

Hundred review

Hundred review

Rediff.com7 May 2020

Hundred is all fun as it lasts, says Joginder Tuteja.

Airlines go green as concern for environment takes off

Airlines go green as concern for environment takes off

Rediff.com18 Jul 2018

From using bio-fuels to revamping in-flight food and drinks services, eschewing mass-produced chicken/eggs in favour of local, farm-raised options to offering eco-friendly toys for children, airlines try out inventive measures to encourage carbon-neutral practices.