News for 'WEIRD'

The odd, odd world around us!

The odd, odd world around us!

Rediff.com12 Sep 2018

We truly live in a wonderfully weird world!

Why this chaiwala has painted his house in Argentina colours...

Why this chaiwala has painted his house in Argentina colours...

Rediff.com10 Jun 2018

The street leading up to his tea stall cum house is dotted with Argentina flags while a giant one flutters high making its presence felt.

Vote: Did Australia's sparing use of Lyon cost them Perth Test?

Vote: Did Australia's sparing use of Lyon cost them Perth Test?

Rediff.com7 Nov 2016

Legendary Australian leg spinner Shane Warne has accused skipper Steve Smith of 'bad captaincy' for his handling of off-spinner Nathan Lyon during the team's first Test against South Africa at the WACA in Perth.

Watch! What *really* makes Shah Rukh Khan a superstar

Watch! What *really* makes Shah Rukh Khan a superstar

Rediff.com1 Nov 2017

Charisma. Wit. Repeat.

Share YOUR unique summer snapshots with us!

Share YOUR unique summer snapshots with us!

Rediff.com17 Apr 2013

The mercury's rising and we hope your creativity is too -- share your unique, original photographs of the season with us!

The odd, odd world we live in!

The odd, odd world we live in!

Rediff.com24 Aug 2018

These images prove we live in a wonderfully weird world.

Reforms are about implementation, not announcements

Reforms are about implementation, not announcements

Rediff.com12 Oct 2020

'The promises of netas and babus and new laws, however well-meaning, mean little.' 'What matters is implementation on the ground.' 'Every law is finally implemented by a vast army of offici

The weirdest habits of celebrity mothers revealed!

The weirdest habits of celebrity mothers revealed!

Rediff.com22 Sep 2012

They aren't your average mom by a long shot -- take a look at some of the unusual parenting measures these stars advocate!

Hamilton denies any regrets over move to Mercedes

Hamilton denies any regrets over move to Mercedes

Rediff.com16 Nov 2012

Lewis Hamilton has no regrets over his jump to Mercedes next season, again dismissing comments from McLaren team principal Martin Whitmarsh that the Englishman was having second thoughts about his move.

10 really WACKY holidays Indians must celebrate!

10 really WACKY holidays Indians must celebrate!

Rediff.com25 Jan 2013

Pritika Behrawala makes an attempt to increase the list of national holidays keeping in mind the peculiarities of the country and its inhabitants, so gear up as the list unfolds.

Napier Mayor asks India, NZ cricketers to toughen up

Napier Mayor asks India, NZ cricketers to toughen up

Rediff.com24 Jan 2019

The first ODI between India and New Zealand in Napier on Wednesday was halted for about half an hour due to players being blinded by a setting sun, a bizarre first in international cricket which is otherwise no stranger to rain-related interruptions.

IMAGES: Sexy styles from ramps around the world!

IMAGES: Sexy styles from ramps around the world!

Rediff.com30 Oct 2012

In a round-up of recent world fashions, we bring you the best of designerwear seen on catwalks from Milan to China.

Beijing warns Philippines over disputed S China sea island

Beijing warns Philippines over disputed S China sea island

Rediff.com8 May 2012

China on Tuesday warned the Philippines not to "misjudge" its resolve over a disputed island in the South China Sea, saying it is "fully prepared" to respond to any move by Manila to escalate the situation.

The odd, odd world we live in!

The odd, odd world we live in!

Rediff.com3 Apr 2019

We live in a wonderfully, weird world and here's the proof of it!

How can an MLA talk of ban on skirts, asks NCW

How can an MLA talk of ban on skirts, asks NCW

Rediff.com31 Dec 2012

National Commission for Women Chairperson Mamta Sharma on Monday said Rajasthan MLA Banwari Lal Singhal should apologise over his remark that skirts should be banned in schools.

Barty itching to get started at Australian Open

Barty itching to get started at Australian Open

Rediff.com23 Jan 2021

Bencic hopes Open organisers make it fair for players in isolation.

Should Tokyo be the guinea pig for Olympics experiment?

Should Tokyo be the guinea pig for Olympics experiment?

Rediff.com9 Jun 2021

In this pandemic, why can't we have multiple locations for various disciplines, all of it then merged into a virtual convergence called the Olympics instead of one massive event in one city, asks Shyam G Menon.

5 myths about entrepreneurs BUSTED!

5 myths about entrepreneurs BUSTED!

Rediff.com21 Nov 2012

Serial entrepreneur Himanshu Geed tells us why being an entrepreneur is much beyond the fancy bucks and CEO tag.

Meet the Ghostbusters

Meet the Ghostbusters

Rediff.com12 Dec 2019

Exploring India hopes to bust myths surrounding ghosts. 'The only way to defeat fear is by facing it. If that happens, we'll just deal with it,' say Exploring India's founders.

French Open Sidelights: Are you sure Martina didn't do it?

French Open Sidelights: Are you sure Martina didn't do it?

Rediff.com31 May 2015

Serena Williams is the first woman in the professional era to win 50 matches at each of the four Grand Slams.

Vettel sets pace on new Austin circuit

Vettel sets pace on new Austin circuit

Rediff.com17 Nov 2012

Red Bull's Sebastian Vettel dominated free practice at the US Grand Prix on Friday as drivers got their first taste of Formula One's newest venue and gave it rave reviews up and down the paddock.

Want to be successful? Think like Thomas Edison

Want to be successful? Think like Thomas Edison

Rediff.com14 Aug 2012

Not big on formal education qualifications, the American inventor looked for people with open minds and lots of curiosity!

'Bigg Boss 11 is only about Shilpa and Vikas'

'Bigg Boss 11 is only about Shilpa and Vikas'

Rediff.com10 Nov 2017

'It's a crazy season. But you cannot predict the winner. All of them are weird characters, except Hiten (Tejwani). He is the only sorted person inside the house, who has maintained his dignity and is playing well.' Kishwer Merchant gives her judgement on the show.

Bigg Boss 14: 'Rakhi Sawant is fake'

Bigg Boss 14: 'Rakhi Sawant is fake'

Rediff.com11 Jan 2021

'I told Rakhi it is unfortunate that people like you are celebrities.'

Review: Bloody Isshq is bloody insane

Review: Bloody Isshq is bloody insane

Rediff.com1 Mar 2013

The film is as bad as its title.

In PHOTOS: Weirdest world records

In PHOTOS: Weirdest world records

Rediff.com21 Sep 2011

Rediff.com brings to you some of the weirdest records set around the world.

7 tips to bond with your family before lockdown ends

7 tips to bond with your family before lockdown ends

Rediff.com28 May 2020

When was the last time you watched your sister's wedding film or browsed through your childhood photo album?

'BJP may have a lot of money, but their organisational resources are weak'

'BJP may have a lot of money, but their organisational resources are weak'

Rediff.com22 Mar 2021

'Mamata is campaigning hard and not giving the BJP a walkover.'

Don't want an expensive phone? Check out the Redmi Note 7 Pro

Don't want an expensive phone? Check out the Redmi Note 7 Pro

Rediff.com17 Apr 2019

If a phone under Rs 15,000 is what you're looking for, then this is among the best, says Khalid Anzar.

5 times Sushma Swaraj won Twitter's heart

5 times Sushma Swaraj won Twitter's heart

Rediff.com7 Aug 2019

Senior Bharatiya Janata Party leader and former external affairs minister Sushma Swaraj passed away on Tuesday. From being tagged the 'supermom' of India by Washington Post to becoming one of the most followed politicians on Twitter, the former external affairs minister had truly struck a chord with young and old alike with her round-the-clock social media presence, eagerness to help, and ready wit on social media. Here's a look at how she won Twitterati's hearts.

Kate Winslet, James Cameron attend 3D Titanic premiere

Kate Winslet, James Cameron attend 3D Titanic premiere

Rediff.com28 Mar 2012

Leading man Leonardo DiCaprio gives the event a miss.

PIX: NASCAR returns to sound of silence

PIX: NASCAR returns to sound of silence

Rediff.com18 May 2020

Kevin Harvick and NASCAR both celebrated victories on Sunday as the stock car series returned to live racing from a two-month novel coronavirus forced hiatus at an empty Darlington Raceway. While the day unfolded with none of the bells and whistles that have made NASCAR North America's most popular motor sport, on the track the race delivered as promised with plenty of bumper-to-bumper action.

World's 9 weirdest hotels

World's 9 weirdest hotels

Rediff.com15 Sep 2011

A peep into 9 weirdest hotels of the world.

The English Game: Football version of Downton Abbey

The English Game: Football version of Downton Abbey

Rediff.com16 May 2020

'The English Game could have been truly great -- a precious glimpse into how the game went from being played by just the rich to one being eventually dominated by the masses,' observes Dhruv Munjal.

Pix: Who rocked the Venice festival red carpet?

Pix: Who rocked the Venice festival red carpet?

Rediff.com2 Sep 2011

Hollywood celebs dazzle at the ongoing Venice Film Festival.

Horton hailed for podium protest at Swimming Worlds

Horton hailed for podium protest at Swimming Worlds

Rediff.com22 Jul 2019

'I don't think anyone at FINA is going to stand up for the athletes so the athletes have to stand up for themselves'

Netflix has spent 3,000 crores on India programs

Netflix has spent 3,000 crores on India programs

Rediff.com18 Oct 2020

Since its entry in 2016, Netflix has announced over 60 titles to be sourced from India.

Share your UNUSUAL SUMMER PICS with us!

Share your UNUSUAL SUMMER PICS with us!

Rediff.com4 May 2012

Post your HIGH-RESOLUTION unusual summer pictures on Rediff ZaraBol and we'll publish the most interesting ones right here on rediff.com and in India Abroad.

Did Sonam just fire her stylist?

Did Sonam just fire her stylist?

Rediff.com5 Aug 2016

Presenting some of the good, bad and ugly looks of the week.

La Liga PIX: Real return with convincing win over Eibar

La Liga PIX: Real return with convincing win over Eibar

Rediff.com15 Jun 2020

Images from La Liga matches played on Sunday