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From Russia With Love

From Russia With Love

Rediff.com10 Oct 2025

Red Square and VDNKh easily rank among the most striking places I've visited -- both for their historical significance and architectural splendour.
My admiration for Russian culture, vision and ambition grew with every step as I clocked the miles, Nitin Sathe tells us after a visit to Moscow and St Petersburg.

When Aamir, Amitabh Fought...

When Aamir, Amitabh Fought...

Rediff.com23 Sep 2025

'People ask me about my biggest action sequence; this is it, because it involved two giants of Indian cinema.'

The Future Belongs To Thinkers And Communicators

The Future Belongs To Thinkers And Communicators

Rediff.com29 Jul 2025

'For 40 years, India valued only technical skills. IITs, coding -- that became everything.' 'Soft skills were sidelined. But those are the skills that will keep you employable now, not technical skills.'

A New Way To Retire Gracefully

A New Way To Retire Gracefully

Rediff.com3 Sep 2025

This isn't just a home for the elderly. It's a place where life stories, generations, and cultures weave themselves into something quietly extraordinary, discovers Nitin Sathe.

Stokes on Bumrah: 'Can't Replicate That in Nets'

Stokes on Bumrah: 'Can't Replicate That in Nets'

Rediff.com7 Jul 2025

Indian skipper Shubman Gill confirmed that world's best fast bowler will be back during the third Test starting July 10 and Stokes wasn't amused that he would be asked about the fast bowling talisman for zillionth time.

A century of Tests is a privilege, says Mitchell Starc

A century of Tests is a privilege, says Mitchell Starc

Rediff.com11 Jul 2025

Mitchell Starc will become just the second Australian fast bowler after Glenn McGrath to play 100 Tests.

'Don't rush Archer': Vaughan warns

'Don't rush Archer': Vaughan warns

Rediff.com26 Jun 2025

Archer played in his first first-class match in four years during Sussex's County Championship game against Durham at Chester-le-Street on Sunday and took one wicket for 32 from 18 overs.

PIX: Sinner dethrones Alcaraz to win Wimbledon

PIX: Sinner dethrones Alcaraz to win Wimbledon

Rediff.com14 Jul 2025

Jannik Sinner defeated Carlos Alcaraz in a high-octane final to claim his maiden Wimbledon trophy and fourth Grand Slam crown on Sunday.

Farewell MiG-21. Flying Legend, IAF's Soul

Farewell MiG-21. Flying Legend, IAF's Soul

Rediff.com26 Sep 2025

The MiG-21's sharp silhouette and supersonic roar will live on in the memories of those who flew it, those who maintained it, and those who watched it streak across the sky as a symbol of India's strength, asserts IAF veteran Air Commodore Nitin Sathe (retd).

'Almost All The People We Call 'Antinationals' Are The Ones Who Care'

'Almost All The People We Call 'Antinationals' Are The Ones Who Care'

Rediff.com28 Aug 2025

'And then the people who call themselves great nationalists, I can bet you that 99 per cent of them are dodging taxes, have sent their kids to America, or are doing everything to make sure that what goes on in this country doesn't affect their personal wealth or their whatever bull*&$%.'

Swiatek to face resilient Anisimova for Wimbledon glory

Swiatek to face resilient Anisimova for Wimbledon glory

Rediff.com11 Jul 2025

Poland's Iga Swiatek could become only the third woman since tennis turned professional in 1968 to win all of her first six major finals, joining Margaret Court and Monica Seles, but Swiatek is not taking the big-hitting Anisimova lightly.

'Bumrah has to play if he's fit'

'Bumrah has to play if he's fit'

Rediff.com1 Jul 2025

If series is on the line and Bumrah is fit, he has to play: Ian Bell

'US Taking Relations With Pakistan's Generals To A Very Dramatic Level'

'US Taking Relations With Pakistan's Generals To A Very Dramatic Level'

Rediff.com30 Jun 2025

'Trump's sons, and the son of Trump's Mideast envoy Steven Witkoff, are in the crypto business and recently signed deals with Pakistan's crypto council.' 'It may not be coincidental that not long before the Trump-Munir meeting, the head of Pakistan's crypto council met with Trump's White House crypto policy czar.'

Military prepared as Operation Sindoor continues: CDS

Military prepared as Operation Sindoor continues: CDS

Rediff.com25 Jul 2025

Chief of Defence Staff General Anil Chauhan emphasized the need for constant high military preparedness, citing Operation Sindoor as an ongoing example. He also highlighted the importance of 'information warriors, technology warriors and scholar warriors' in future warfare.

'People Mock You, Then They Follow You'

'People Mock You, Then They Follow You'

Rediff.com31 Jul 2025

'I was body-shamed but I never let it get to me.' 'As an influencer, I wanted to show other girls that confidence matters more than size.'

'I'll never forget this': Rabada on WTC glory

'I'll never forget this': Rabada on WTC glory

Rediff.com17 Jun 2025

The Proteas, under skipper Temba Bavuma, ended a 27-year-long drought for an ICC trophy by defeating Australia in the WTC final at Lord's recently with Rabada taking nine wickets in the match.

'Virat, Rohit massive losses, but India have...'

'Virat, Rohit massive losses, but India have...'

Rediff.com18 Jun 2025

England pacer Brydon Carse is expecting the transitioning Indian team to put up a strong fight in the five-match Test series despite the recent retirement of Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma, thanks to their "huge depth".

I'm World Champion, but Magnus is the best: D Gukesh

I'm World Champion, but Magnus is the best: D Gukesh

Rediff.com12 Dec 2024

D Gukesh reflects on his historic world chess championship victory

Pope Trump? 'That would be my number 1 choice, says US Prez

Pope Trump? 'That would be my number 1 choice, says US Prez

Rediff.com30 Apr 2025

There has never been a pope from the US.

'A chance for us to forget our issues & come together'

'A chance for us to forget our issues & come together'

Rediff.com14 Jun 2025

Temba Bavuma hopes South Africa's historic ICC World Test Championship Final victory will help his country 'rejoice and come together' as he revealed a desire to emulate the Springboks' all-conquering rugby team.

India Must Be Ready For Next War With Pakistan

India Must Be Ready For Next War With Pakistan

Rediff.com15 Jul 2025

India has to fill in all the critical gaps in missiles, ammunition, sensors and stockpile in the fastest possible manner, focusing on the critical instruments that worked this time, asserts Shekhar Gupta.

Carlsen warns of pressure for Gukesh: 'First World Championship will be a test'

Carlsen warns of pressure for Gukesh: 'First World Championship will be a test'

Rediff.com15 Nov 2024

Magnus Carlsen of Norway feels that on current form Indian star D Gukesh is the favourite to win the World Chess Championship

A New House For Idli Amma

A New House For Idli Amma

Rediff.com16 May 2022

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'People Think A Famous Mom Is A Gold Card'

'People Think A Famous Mom Is A Gold Card'

Rediff.com16 Jul 2025

'When you are someone's kid, you get easier access to the industry.' 'People will meet you, maybe even give you a first opportunity out of goodwill.' 'But at the end of the day, it's business.'

India's Two Front War Challenge

India's Two Front War Challenge

Rediff.com29 Jul 2025

The Chinese see no need to fight directly. They have an able and willing proxy in Pakistan, points out Shekhar Gupta.

'Some Kids Grow Up Too Fast'

'Some Kids Grow Up Too Fast'

Rediff.com2 Jun 2025

'...not because they want to but because life leaves them with no choice.'

ED conducts multi-state raids in Bihar constable recruitment 'scam'

ED conducts multi-state raids in Bihar constable recruitment 'scam'

Rediff.com19 Jun 2025

The agency seized documents like answer sheets, OMR codes, hand-written notes related to IDs and names of candidates apart from their education certificates, the sources said.

Trump's AI image dressed as Pope sparks outrage

Trump's AI image dressed as Pope sparks outrage

Rediff.com3 May 2025

US President Donald Trump has posted a seemingly AI-generated photo of himself in papal attire on his social media, sparking a dueling backlash and praise. The image, which was also posted from the White House's social media handle, prompted many social media users to call it "cosplaying as the next Pope." The photo comes days after Trump had jokingly said last week that he would be his own "number one choice" for the next pope. The president posted the picture at 10:29 pm Friday, without a caption or comment. The post immediately garnered positive and negative reaction online.

'Only You Can Be Your Light'

'Only You Can Be Your Light'

Rediff.com20 Jun 2025

'Listen to the voice in your head and keep your inner sanctum safe.'

'India Took Me To A Higher Place'

'India Took Me To A Higher Place'

Rediff.com5 Jun 2025

'Youngsters in India look up to the West as if it is the biggest accomplishment they need in life. It breaks my heart.'

How Suryakumar proved a point to Kohli after India snub

How Suryakumar proved a point to Kohli after India snub

Rediff.com1 May 2025

'I was already on that flight, mentally. But when I wasn't selected, it hit me hard. I couldn't understand what went wrong.'

What's This Computer Science Grad Doing On The Ramp?

What's This Computer Science Grad Doing On The Ramp?

Rediff.com3 Apr 2025

'Fashion to me is being who you are, unapologetically'

'Will Learning AI Help Me As An Entrepreneur?'

'Will Learning AI Help Me As An Entrepreneur?'

Rediff.com28 May 2025

Dr Ganesh Natarajan, a special guest on rediffGURUS, has been addressing questions from Rediff readers, about how to grow professionally, how women can achieve leadership roles in Indian companies, and what it takes to succeed as an entrepreneur.

High Drama On Day 1 At SCG

High Drama On Day 1 At SCG

Rediff.com3 Jan 2025

A survivalist's mindset sees Indian batsmen fail again on the first day of the SCG Test.

'Dhoni hasn't got a magic wand'

'Dhoni hasn't got a magic wand'

Rediff.com14 Apr 2025

Mahendra Singh Dhoni doesn't have a magic wand and can't change the fortunes of Chennai Super Kings overnight, head coach Stephen Fleming said on Sunday.

'I'd Love To Work with Kartik Aaryan'

'I'd Love To Work with Kartik Aaryan'

Rediff.com26 Apr 2023

'If I get opportunities (to act in Bollywood films), then why not?'

At 32, Burn all fired up before likely Eng debut

At 32, Burn all fired up before likely Eng debut

Rediff.com19 Mar 2025

'I want to make as big of an impression as I can and then just try and make the next camp. But obviously, every little kid's dream is to play in a World Cup.'

'Was Away For 7 Years, But Industry Didn't Forget Me'

'Was Away For 7 Years, But Industry Didn't Forget Me'

Rediff.com2 Apr 2025

'I chose to give priority to my personal life.' 'It's not like I didn't want to act but I guess with certain times in your life, you have to handle certain things.' 'I've had a couple of ups and downs, so I kept taking breaks.'

'Believing In Yourself Changes Everything'

'Believing In Yourself Changes Everything'

Rediff.com7 Mar 2025

'Don't let anyone tell you that you can't do something just because it hasn't been done before. Take that first step. Keep learning. Believe in yourself even when no one else does.'

What's Jaishankar Doing With Jimmy, Kapil?

What's Jaishankar Doing With Jimmy, Kapil?

Rediff.com29 Nov 2024

'He was really the legend of our times.' 'I couldn't have imagined that one day I'd be sharing a stage with him.'