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It's movie quiz time, folks!

It's movie quiz time, folks!

Rediff.com20 Apr 2020

Only this week, let's change things up a little. Instead of naming the movie, you have to identify the actor in the photograph.

'If she is being mourned in Pakistan...'

'If she is being mourned in Pakistan...'

Rediff.com9 Feb 2022

'...as much as in India, it's only because she sang for mankind, not the details on the passport.'

Farewell, Nimmi

Farewell, Nimmi

Rediff.com26 Mar 2020

Nimmi, the legendary actress, passed away at her Mumbai home on Wednesday, March 25.

When Dilip Kumar spoke to Rediff

When Dilip Kumar spoke to Rediff

Rediff.com8 Jul 2021

'If a film was good, it would always work.'

Lata Mangeshkar's FAVOURITE Songs with Kishore Kumar

Lata Mangeshkar's FAVOURITE Songs with Kishore Kumar

Rediff.com5 Aug 2021

'It's very difficult, almost impossible, to select my favourite duets with Kishoreda.'

How Indians Dominate World Chess

How Indians Dominate World Chess

Rediff.com13 Jun 2022

In 2019, World Champion Magnus Carlsen was asked to guess the nationality of the reigning world champion in 2050. He responded: 'India will have had many by then!'

Why the Tragedy King turned to Comedy

Why the Tragedy King turned to Comedy

Rediff.com10 Jul 2021

After repeatedly essaying the role of doomed lover, Dilip Kumar, a thinking actor, found it diffcult to break out of in real life. Heeding his psychoanalyst, he flirted with some frothy roles and played the swashbuckling hero with elan, recalls Dinesh Raheja.

BJP MP: 'I won't allow Raj Thackeray to enter UP'

BJP MP: 'I won't allow Raj Thackeray to enter UP'

Rediff.com10 May 2022

'Raj Thackeray is not coming to Ayodhya to seek Ram's blessings.' 'He is coming to seek political gain in the name of Ram.'

25 Memorable Dilip Kumar Films

25 Memorable Dilip Kumar Films

Rediff.com7 Jul 2021

Remembering an incomparable actor by re-visiting his finest films.

Misgovernance, polarisation marked 8 yrs of Modi govt, says Cong; BJP hits back

Misgovernance, polarisation marked 8 yrs of Modi govt, says Cong; BJP hits back

Rediff.com26 May 2022

The BJP calling the Congress a "torn old party" moving towards a stage where its relevance and necessity will be completely lost.

How chess became prodigy Praggnanandhaa's calling

How chess became prodigy Praggnanandhaa's calling

Rediff.com22 Feb 2022

'The win will change a lot of things in Praggu... the confidence in his potential will be one of them. The win has ensured a lot of visibility which will give him a lot of opportunities.'

'This film is not a political snapshot of the country'

'This film is not a political snapshot of the country'

Rediff.com9 Jun 2022

'The idea was to show the simultaneity and coexistence of life in the city.'

2021 iPhone Photography Awards

2021 iPhone Photography Awards

Rediff.com30 Jul 2021

Sharan Shetty from India wins 1st Place as Photographer of the Year in the 14th Annual iPhone Photography Awards 2021.

PIX: SRK hosted by Arsenal's Ozil at the Emirates

PIX: SRK hosted by Arsenal's Ozil at the Emirates

Rediff.com2 Apr 2019

Shah Rukh was a special invitee for the English Premier League match between Arsenal and Newcastle at the Emirates Stadium in London.

Yogi pats himself for UP's complete transformation, Opposition says it's all gas

Yogi pats himself for UP's complete transformation, Opposition says it's all gas

Rediff.com19 Sep 2021

Asserting that Uttar Pradesh has undergone a complete transformation under his government, chief minister Yogi Adityanath said on Sunday that there have been no riots since 2017, strict action has been taken against the mafia and the state is in the frontline of implementing welfare schemes, ensuring the ease of doing business and fighting the COVID-19 pandemic.

Orphaned at 5, Revathi gears up to live Olympic dream

Orphaned at 5, Revathi gears up to live Olympic dream

Rediff.com12 Jul 2021

Sprinter Revathi Veeramani is part of the 4x400m Indian mixed relay team in the Tokyo Games, starting July 23.

When Birju Maharaj Created Movie Magic

When Birju Maharaj Created Movie Magic

Rediff.com21 Jan 2022

During the lunch or tea breaks, Maharajji, Manikda, Amjad Khan and I often sat together as Maharajji sang old compositions or recited some bols. Amjad Khan had a great music sense and sang very well.

BJP's changed stance on NRC tactical retreat: Prashant Kishor

BJP's changed stance on NRC tactical retreat: Prashant Kishor

Rediff.com26 Dec 2019

The JD-U leader said that the change in stance was prompted by country-wide agitations. He also said that the govt would with for a favourable SC verdict on CAA.

The day Sonu Sood can NEVER forget

The day Sonu Sood can NEVER forget

Rediff.com3 Sep 2020

'I went to Nagpur for my engineering. I used to model there, those amateur fashion shows. Then you know, I thought why not try my luck in films and all?'

No problem if anyone else leads a united Opposition: Mamata

No problem if anyone else leads a united Opposition: Mamata

Rediff.com29 Jul 2021

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Wednesday said it will 'depend on the situation' who becomes the face of the Opposition to take on the BJP, but added she has no problem if someone other than her leads.

The sole supernova in Galaxy Bollywood

The sole supernova in Galaxy Bollywood

Rediff.com22 Jul 2021

No one deserves the title thespian more than Dilip Kumar, notes Shreekant Sambrani.

Why isn't Bhushan Kumar making more movies starring his wife?

Why isn't Bhushan Kumar making more movies starring his wife?

Rediff.com24 Nov 2021

'T-Series is doing 40 films and I am doing only one. There lies the answer.'

'Before RD died, he called me and said, I desperately need work'

'Before RD died, he called me and said, "I desperately need work"'

Rediff.com28 Jun 2021

'Pancham was way ahead of his times. Picture chale na chale, RD's music was damn good.'

Bigg Boss 13: Guess who's entering the show!

Bigg Boss 13: Guess who's entering the show!

Rediff.com2 Dec 2019

Eliminated contestants Arhaan Khan and Shefali Bagga will enter the house again, along with...

'Heroines flocked to him, but...'

'Heroines flocked to him, but...'

Rediff.com8 Jul 2021

'... their love was jinxed.' 'His celluloid path to his partner's heart was seldom smooth; it had to contend with greedy relatives and indecisive sweethearts, who were more ready to sacrifice than woo and wed.'

'People want to see me on screen'

'People want to see me on screen'

Rediff.com7 Apr 2020

'It is very difficult for anybody to say no to the fame and fancies that come along.' 'But I was courageous and had the strength to say no.'

Tata Steel Chess: Anand draws with Vituigov, Caruana leads

Tata Steel Chess: Anand draws with Vituigov, Caruana leads

Rediff.com24 Jan 2020

Anand played the Italian game with white pieces but could get little out of opening against Vituigov.

Comic book chronicling valour, sacrifice of army men released

Comic book chronicling valour, sacrifice of army men released

Rediff.com29 Aug 2015

As the country paid tributes to the 1965 war heroes on Friday, a special comic book chronicling the life, valour and sacrifice of 21 awardees of the Param Vir Chakra, the nation's highest military decoration, was released.

Should you stop your SIP? NOW?

Should you stop your SIP? NOW?

Rediff.com10 Aug 2014

Don't be NUTS, replies P V Subramanyam

Tata Zest diesel strikes a perfect balance between riding and handling

Tata Zest diesel strikes a perfect balance between riding and handling

Rediff.com22 Jul 2014

To be priced between Rs 6 - 7 lakh.

25 UNFORGETTABLE Dilip Kumar songs

25 UNFORGETTABLE Dilip Kumar songs

Rediff.com9 Jul 2021

Sukanya Verma lists 25 unforgettable Dilip Kumar melodies to love and listen to.

Competent, but not a breakout Budget

Competent, but not a breakout Budget

Rediff.com11 Jul 2014

In the run up to the elections Narendra Modi kept telling us achche din aane wale hain. Far from that, Jaitley's Budget just seems to be more of the wohi raat aur wohi din, says Mohan Guruswamy.

Anand set to create history

Anand set to create history

Rediff.com13 Jan 2005

The Indian ace will aim to become the first player in the long tradition of Wijk Aan Zee to win the Corus chess tournament five times.

How to rewrite India's toy story

How to rewrite India's toy story

Rediff.com18 Jul 2021

The earliest ones included whistles shaped like birds, toy monkeys that could slide down a string and small carts made from materials found in nature such as sticks, clay and rocks. While there might be no disputing India's rich toy-making tradition, the industry is languishing for lack of investment and technology, and also owing to competition from cheap imports. And though it has been listed among 24 key sectors under the government's Atmanirbhar Bharat Abhiyaan, the question remains: will this push help place it in the global game? Currently, 80-odd per cent of the toys sold in India are imported - nearly 60 per cent of them from China.

Birthday Special: Bollywood's Favourite Lata Mangeshkar Songs

Birthday Special: Bollywood's Favourite Lata Mangeshkar Songs

Rediff.com27 Sep 2013

Her Bollywood mates picks their favourite 5 songs sung by her

Tata Steel chess: Anand draws with Kovalev; Caruana wins

Tata Steel chess: Anand draws with Kovalev; Caruana wins

Rediff.com26 Jan 2020

Fabiano Caruana of United States made sure of his maiden title after beating Jan-Krzysztof Duda of Poland.

When Shah Rukh Khan met his 3D model

When Shah Rukh Khan met his 3D model

Rediff.com14 Jan 2015

A look at the top tweets from your favourite Bollywood celebrities.

PM 'concerned' over maskless crowds at hill stations, markets

PM 'concerned' over maskless crowds at hill stations, markets

Rediff.com14 Jul 2021

He asked the people to shun the argument that they 'want to enjoy before the third wave of coronavirus' and stressed that there should be no compromise in following COVID-19 protocols.

Tata Steel Chess: Anand beats Firouzja, jumps to joint sixth

Tata Steel Chess: Anand beats Firouzja, jumps to joint sixth

Rediff.com25 Jan 2020

Five-time World champion Viswanathan Anand gave a fine endgame lesson to young Alireza Firouzja, jumping to joint sixth position at the end of 11th round of Tata Steel Masters, in Wijk Aan Zee, The Netherlands, on Saturday. With his second victory, Anand clawed his way back to a fifty percent score and will now hope to end the tournament on a high. At just 16 years, Firouzja is less than one third of Anand's age, and the Indian ace showed that the Iranian still has a lot to learn.