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'Rakhi and I are like Tom and Jerry'

'Rakhi and I are like Tom and Jerry'

Rediff.com24 Dec 2021

'Rakhi is a bindaas girl, but Devoleena is manipulative.'

'People in power are fearful of the protestors'

'People in power are fearful of the protestors'

Rediff.com18 Jul 2022

'No one in Sri Lanka could afford to stay at home, everyone came onto the street.'

How Dharavi beat back COVID-19

How Dharavi beat back COVID-19

Rediff.com15 Jan 2021

Dharavi's success underlines the importance of community participation in any public health crisis.

Hrithik, Aamir, Ranveer refused Bhaag Milkha Bhaag

Hrithik, Aamir, Ranveer refused Bhaag Milkha Bhaag

Rediff.com2 Aug 2021

When the top stars refused to play Milkha Singh, Rakeysh Omprakash Mehra went down another route. A riveting excerpt from the director's memoir The Stranger In The Mirror.

PHOTOS: The gold medallists on Day 10 at the Rio Olympics

PHOTOS: The gold medallists on Day 10 at the Rio Olympics

Rediff.com16 Aug 2016

Bahrain's Ruth Jebet blew away the competition to win the women's 3,000 metres steeplechase gold on Sunday, but narrowly missed out on the world record. Jebet ran a bold race, bursting into the lead after a few laps and setting a blistering pace to win in 8 minutes, 59.75 seconds, just shy of the 8:58.81 world record set by Russia's Gulnara Galkina at the 2008 Beijing Games.

How to shield your heart from workplace stress

How to shield your heart from workplace stress

Rediff.com9 Jan 2015

Eat right and sleep well, use breathing techniques, walk for 40 minutes a day, to bust your stress, says Dr Ramakanta Panda, Vice-chairman and MD, Asian Heart Institute, Mumbai.

We never spoke about Adelaide game: Sydney hero Vihari

We never spoke about Adelaide game: Sydney hero Vihari

Rediff.com21 Jan 2021

'We only felt that it has never happened before, I don't think it will ever happen again. It was a freak inning'

The 'fearless' Indian golfer who has a 'flawless game'

The 'fearless' Indian golfer who has a 'flawless game'

Rediff.com7 Mar 2018

Shiv Kapur joined the chorus in showering praise on young Shubhankar Sharma, describing him as an 'exceptional talent' with maturity beyond his age.

Mr Minister: When can Mirabai Chanu train?

Mr Minister: When can Mirabai Chanu train?

Rediff.com12 May 2020

Mirabai Chanu talks about training in lockdown and her plans to return to her old fitness regime.

'I am blessed to be an Indian'

'I am blessed to be an Indian'

Rediff.com7 Sep 2021

Raised in the slums, Ankita Singh's breakthrough came when she was crowned Miss Kolkata in 2018.

Jon Lewis named Bangladesh batting coach

Jon Lewis named Bangladesh batting coach

Rediff.com6 Jan 2021

The 50-year-old Englishman, who had served as batting coach of Sri Lanka cricket team, will step in the shoes of Neil McKenzie, who stepped down last August citing family reasons.

'I was judged for not having a typical Indian face'

'I was judged for not having a typical Indian face'

Rediff.com20 Aug 2019

Meet Naina Shaikh who will make her debut at Lakme Fashion Week Winter/Festive 2019.

'I've been damaged so much'

'I've been damaged so much'

Rediff.com29 Jul 2021

'I don't know why I haven't broken down.'

This path-breaking vaccine may win a Nobel, and it's for not Covid

This path-breaking vaccine may win a Nobel, and it's for not Covid

Rediff.com20 Oct 2021

The new malaria vaccine (RTS.S/ AS01, tentatively brand-named Mosquirix) is the very first one to offer immunity against a parasite -- specifically the plasmodium falciparum parasite, which is the deadliest of the five parasites that cause malaria.

Docs join duty soon after getting jabbed

Docs join duty soon after getting jabbed

Rediff.com16 Jan 2021

Messages of congratulations, doctors posing with a victory sign for the media with their infectious smiles -- visible even under the cover of mask -- and the many 'just got jabbed' selfie by the health workers, it was a rare and happy day at the BLK hospital, which has witnessed many dreary days in the past due to the ongoing pandemic.

How Mahesh Babu and Namrata Shirodkar fell in love

How Mahesh Babu and Namrata Shirodkar fell in love

Rediff.com14 Feb 2020

'Fifteen years of marriage and we are still deeply madly in love.'

In I-Day speech, PM Modi says bullets or abuses won't help resolve Kashmir

In I-Day speech, PM Modi says bullets or abuses won't help resolve Kashmir

Rediff.com15 Aug 2017

Addressing the nation on the 71st Independence Day from the ramparts of the historic Red Fort, he asserted that his government is committed to restoring the lost glory of Kashmir and its status as 'heaven on earth'.

9 bloody standoffs the world has seen

9 bloody standoffs the world has seen

Rediff.com10 Jan 2015

Even as France mourns the bloodiest terrorist attack for 20 years, let's take a look at some major standoffs witnessed in the past:

139 migrants returning home have died in road mishaps

139 migrants returning home have died in road mishaps

Rediff.com17 May 2020

Many of the tragedies occurred in the dark, which is when it is cooler to walk, and many people were caught in their sleep. The combination of no traffic and speeding vehicles has led to havoc, endangering the lives of those who found themselves without work or money in the coronavirus-induced lockdown and were frantic to get home, any which way.

PHOTOS: The odd, odd world we live in!

PHOTOS: The odd, odd world we live in!

Rediff.com11 Jan 2016

This week's collection of unbelievably unusual images from across the world

Bright side of COVID-19: Halep can be Wimbledon champ for 2 years

Bright side of COVID-19: Halep can be Wimbledon champ for 2 years

Rediff.com4 Apr 2020

Simona Halep produced a flawless performance to beat Serena Williams in last year's final but this week's cancellation of the grasscourt Grand Slam means she will not get to defend her title this summer.

Migraine vs headache: What you must know

Migraine vs headache: What you must know

Rediff.com22 Jul 2019

A family history of migraine is the most potent and consistent risk factor for migraine, warns Dr Jaideep Bansal.

Tiniest traveller in the world: 10-week-old baby goes globetrotting with parents

Tiniest traveller in the world: 10-week-old baby goes globetrotting with parents

Rediff.com15 Feb 2016

Karen Edwards and her partner Shaun Bayes, both experienced backpackers, took their baby girl Esme on a cross continent trip when she was a mere 10 weeks old.

India's first all-women crew set to sail around the world

India's first all-women crew set to sail around the world

Rediff.com6 Apr 2016

Five young women are getting ready to circumnavigate the world.

US wanted China to intervene against India in 1971 War

US wanted China to intervene against India in 1971 War

Rediff.com16 Dec 2021

On December 10, Kissinger began to encourage the Chinese to take action against India: 'If the People's Republic were to consider the situation on the Indian subcontinent a threat to security, and if it took measures to protect its security, the US would oppose efforts of others to interfere with the People's Republic.' On the 50th anniversary of India's greatest military victory, Claude Arpi recalls how the US suggested that China intervene militarily on Pakistan's side.

How this VJ turned into a fitness coach

How this VJ turned into a fitness coach

Rediff.com10 Jun 2019

Ramya Subramanian's fabulous transformation will inspire you too.

The Dust Of Development

The Dust Of Development

Rediff.com1 Jan 2022

So, what's the problem if our present is screwed up when the future promises to be profitable? It's an Indian habit, notes Shyam G Menon.

GATE 2019: 10 preparation tips you shouldn't ignore

GATE 2019: 10 preparation tips you shouldn't ignore

Rediff.com2 Oct 2018

Handy tips and mantras to drive exam blues away.

You don't gain weight cause of thyroid. Get your facts right!

You don't gain weight cause of thyroid. Get your facts right!

Rediff.com28 May 2018

There coud be other reasons for gaining weight, losing hair, explains Dr Usha Menon.

10 TIPS to achieve your FITNESS goals

10 TIPS to achieve your FITNESS goals

Rediff.com16 Mar 2021

Embrace a daily sport. Cook and eat your meals with love. Ditch the pills. Hydrate well.

Sania to return to action in January

Sania to return to action in January

Rediff.com28 Nov 2019

Indian tennis ace Sania Mirza on Thursday confirmed that she will be back to competitive tennis at Hobart International in January 2020 after a two-year break.

'We try to find the extraordinary in the ordinary'

'We try to find the extraordinary in the ordinary'

Rediff.com3 Apr 2022

'We like to look at a screenplay as a spiral staircase.' 'You never know what awaits at the next turning.'

11 Indian lensmen in top photo award race

11 Indian lensmen in top photo award race

Rediff.com24 Feb 2015

The winner of the coveted L'Iris d'Or/ Professional Photographer of the Year title takes home a $25,000 (Rs 15 lakh) prize.

COVID-19: 6 anti-viral foods to boost your immunity

COVID-19: 6 anti-viral foods to boost your immunity

Rediff.com17 Mar 2020

One of the ways to stop the deadly virus from spreading is to improve your immunity to fight infections, says Dr Pramod Tripathi.

The Soul Catcher

The Soul Catcher

Rediff.com29 Apr 2022

Yamini has superpowers that help her intercept souls headed to heaven or the afterworld or for reincarnation and spirits them away, on another course, to those in need.

Our Army doesn't speak, it acts: Modi to ex-servicemen in Bhopal

Our Army doesn't speak, it acts: Modi to ex-servicemen in Bhopal

Rediff.com14 Oct 2016

PM Modi asserted that the army does not believe in speaking but in displaying its valour.

A new mother remembers her childhood

A new mother remembers her childhood

Rediff.com21 Jul 2016

Suchismita Banerjee recounts the wonderful time she shared with her parents as a child.

Weddings And Movies: Match Made In Heaven

Weddings And Movies: Match Made In Heaven

Rediff.com24 Dec 2021

I remember a showbiz wedding during which guests had to sit through several painstakingly rehearsed but awkward dances performed by the bride's and groom's relatives. When Karan rolled his eyes, I smiled and said to him, 'You started it, now you suffer it.' An enchanting excerpt from Anupama Chopra's A Place In My Heart.

America's race bitterness erupts in India's communal bitterness

America's race bitterness erupts in India's communal bitterness

Rediff.com26 Jun 2020

'India shares the world's pain, but India's pain is not the world's.' 'Little that occurs here is even reported abroad,' notes Sunanda K Datta-Ray.

ASK ANU: 'He blamed me for losing her'

ASK ANU: 'He blamed me for losing her'

Rediff.com16 May 2022

In this weekly self-help series, mental health and life coach Anu Krishna tells you how to take control of your life.