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We have 4-5 dharmas, they should...: Javed Akhtar on 'Pathaan' row

We have 4-5 dharmas, they should...: Javed Akhtar on 'Pathaan' row

Rediff.com10 Jan 2023

The screenwriter said every 'dharma' (religion) should have its own censor board.

AI 171 Crash: 'Stay Strong India'

AI 171 Crash: 'Stay Strong India'

Rediff.com13 Jun 2025

Priyanka Chopra Jonas joined her industry colleagues in mourning the loss of lives in the Air India plane crash in Ahmedabad.

Yun Hi Chala In Space: 'I'm Deeply Moved'

Yun Hi Chala In Space: 'I'm Deeply Moved'

Rediff.com26 Jun 2025

'This success is not just mine, crores of people have contributed to it.'

India cautions Chinese media over 'Operation Sindoor' posts

India cautions Chinese media over 'Operation Sindoor' posts

Rediff.com7 May 2025

The Indian Embassy in Beijing has warned China's state-run tabloid Global Times to verify information before spreading it on social media. The embassy accused the publication of spreading disinformation about Indian military strikes on Pakistan's terror infrastructure. The embassy's statement comes after the Global Times published articles based on Pakistan Air Force claims about the strikes, which were later debunked by Indian authorities.

Who's The Pretty Girl With Akshay Kumar?

Who's The Pretty Girl With Akshay Kumar?

Rediff.com4 Mar 2025

Simran Bhatia will soon be making her Bollywood debut with Agastya Nanda!

How Did Bollywood's Star Kids Fare?

How Did Bollywood's Star Kids Fare?

Rediff.com14 Jul 2025

It's the season of star kids, and it continues with Chunky Pandey's nephew Ahaan Pandey getting ready for his Bollywood debut with this Friday's release, Saiyaara.

'Sholay Is 'Dadagiri' Cinematography'

'Sholay Is 'Dadagiri' Cinematography'

Rediff.com11 Aug 2025

'The way the anticipation is built up for Gabbar Singh's introduction scene with sound, image and details of his personality, like the combat boots he wears.' 'The camera comes so close -- not a tele lens shot, but a wide-angle close-up -- that you can almost smell Gabbar's breath.'

Hrithik Roshan's Top 25 Songs

Hrithik Roshan's Top 25 Songs

Rediff.com14 Jan 2025

Sukanya Verma celebrates Hrithik Roshan's silver work anniversary with a playlist of 25 of his chartbusters.

Rabada returns! SA name squad for WTC Final vs Aus

Rabada returns! SA name squad for WTC Final vs Aus

Rediff.com13 May 2025

Rabada spent a month on the sidelines at the Indian Premier League after testing positive for a recreational drug at this year's SA20 competition.

Pakistan staring at another military coup?

Pakistan staring at another military coup?

Rediff.com16 Jul 2025

Speculation swirls in Pakistan regarding potential changes in the political landscape, fueled by rumors of the army chief's possible presidential aspirations and discussions between top civilian and military leaders.

PIX: How Kiwis dominated Pakistan in Karachi

PIX: How Kiwis dominated Pakistan in Karachi

Rediff.com20 Feb 2025

Pakistan were all out for 260 in 47.2 overs with Babar Azam (64) and Khushdil Shah (69) scoring half-centuries but the hosts never looked in the hunt.

Shoaib Akhtar knew he was chucking: Sehwag

Shoaib Akhtar knew he was chucking: Sehwag

Rediff.com19 May 2022

Former India opener Virender Sehwag has called out Shoaib Akhtar's bowling action, saying that the Pakistan fast bowler used to jerk his elbow while bowling and 'knew he was chucking too'.

Farhan, Farah, Anusha's Birthday Party

Farhan, Farah, Anusha's Birthday Party

Rediff.com9 Jan 2025

Farhan Akhtar, Farah Khan and Anusha Dandekar celebrate their birthdays on January 9.

Shaurya Chakra awardee's mother not deported, family thanks GOI

Shaurya Chakra awardee's mother not deported, family thanks GOI

Rediff.com29 Apr 2025

Days after the Pahalgam terror attack, Jammu and Kashmir authorities have deported 59 Pakistani nationals, including the mother of Shaurya Chakra awardee Constable Mudasir Ahmad Sheikh. The Pakistani nationals were living in the valley for decades and were transported to Punjab for repatriation. However, the mother of the deceased soldier was later allowed to stay back. The deportation comes after the Indian government announced a slew of measures against Pakistan in the wake of the Pahalgam attack, including the suspension of the Indus Waters Treaty and the downgrading of diplomatic relations.

11 soldiers killed in India's Op Sindoor, says Pak

11 soldiers killed in India's Op Sindoor, says Pak

Rediff.com13 May 2025

The military also claimed that 40 civilians, including seven women and 15 children, were killed and 121 others injured in strikes by India on the night of 6-7 May.

Punjab Kings bring in Kiwi quick as injury replacement

Punjab Kings bring in Kiwi quick as injury replacement

Rediff.com15 May 2025

PBKS sign Kiwi pacer Jamieson for injured Ferguson; RCB skipper Patidar bats at nets

'My running days are over': Akhtar to have knee replacement

'My running days are over': Akhtar to have knee replacement

Rediff.com22 Nov 2021

Akhtar, who is considered the world's fastest bowler of all time and nicknamed 'Rawalpindi Express', retired from all forms of cricket in 2011. He now analyses various cricketing events on his YouTube channel.

Pak javelin star Nadeem's Instagram blocked in India

Pak javelin star Nadeem's Instagram blocked in India

Rediff.com1 May 2025

Pakistan's Olympics gold-winning javelin thrower Arshad Nadeem's Instagram account has been blocked in India owing to a "legal request" in the aftermath of the Pahalgam terror attack.

'To chase down 350 is a fantastic effort; Credit to Australia'

'To chase down 350 is a fantastic effort; Credit to Australia'

Rediff.com23 Feb 2025

England skipper Jos Buttler expressed delight in Ben Duckett's record-breaking knock even as he hailed Australia for chasing down a massive total of 352 runs in the ICC Champions Trophy Group B match in Lahore on Saturday.

Unique And Deceptive, Bumrah Will Have England Hopping

Unique And Deceptive, Bumrah Will Have England Hopping

Rediff.com17 Jun 2025

'I think it have seen the side-ons (bowlers) but he delivers the ball from about a foot or even a bit more closer to the batsman than the average bowler so the ball feels quicker even than the pace he is actually bowling at.'

Bangladesh to tour Pakistan in May

Bangladesh to tour Pakistan in May

Rediff.com17 Mar 2025

The Bangladesh cricket team will tour Pakistan for a white-ball series in May, which will include three T20Is and as many ODIs.

Bizarre! Why Shabana Tried To Remove Jyotika From Dabba Cartel

Bizarre! Why Shabana Tried To Remove Jyotika From Dabba Cartel

Rediff.com18 Feb 2025

'It's really creditable to these guys who said, "You can do what you want. We are not going to replace her".'

'Bahut, Bahut Mubarak Ho India Ko'

'Bahut, Bahut Mubarak Ho India Ko'

Rediff.com10 Mar 2025

Cricket lovers across the globe flooded social media to celebrate the Indian cricket team and congratulate the Rohit Sharma-led squad on winning the ICC Champions Trophy in Dubai on Sunday, March 9.

PIX: Farhan, Shibani celebrate Javed Akhtar

PIX: Farhan, Shibani celebrate Javed Akhtar

Rediff.com16 Jan 2020

Javed Akhtar's 75th birthday celebrations started early with an exhibition of photographs, posters and paintings from his life, held at the Nehru Centre Art Gallery, Mumbai. Titled The World of Javed Akhtar, it was inaugurated by his daughter Zoya Akhtar and son Farhan Akhtar.

Aamir-Farhan At Manoj Kumar's Prayer Meet

Aamir-Farhan At Manoj Kumar's Prayer Meet

Rediff.com7 Apr 2025

Members of the film industry trouped in to say their last goodbyes to Manoj Kumar at a prayer meet held on Sunday evening.

What Pitch Can India Expect At Lord's?

What Pitch Can India Expect At Lord's?

Rediff.com8 Jul 2025

The third Test at Lord's could well be the series' turning point. This isn't just about team combinations or tactical tweaks anymore. The pitch has emerged as a defining factor -- one that could tilt the balance of power in a contest hanging delicately at 1-1.

5 Must Watch Titles From This Supergirl of Bollywood!

5 Must Watch Titles From This Supergirl of Bollywood!

Rediff.com27 Feb 2025

Sukanya Verma captures everything Reema Kagti has created so far and where you can watch it.

In Transit Review: Compassionate Take

In Transit Review: Compassionate Take

Rediff.com13 Jun 2025

The documentary series In Transit attempts to correct the misconceptions about transgenders, notes Deepa Gahlot.

Pro-Pak handles sharing old photos of IAF crashes: India

Pro-Pak handles sharing old photos of IAF crashes: India

Rediff.com8 May 2025

India on Wednesday dismissed claims on Pakistan social media about 'Operation Sindoor', saying the neighbouring country has unleashed a 'full-blown disinformation offensive' with 'lies' and digital theatrics to control the narrative.

Pahalgam attack: India shuts airspace for Pakistani airlines

Pahalgam attack: India shuts airspace for Pakistani airlines

Rediff.com1 May 2025

India has closed its airspace to flights operated by Pakistani airlines in a retaliatory move following the Pahalgam terror attack. The ban will be in effect until May 23 and applies to all aircraft registered in Pakistan, as well as planes operated, owned or leased by Pakistani airlines and operators. This comes a week after Pakistan closed its airspace to Indian carriers. The move is part of various measures taken by the Indian government against Pakistan in the wake of the Pahalgam terror attack that killed 26 people.

PCB lawyer sues Akhtar for defamation

PCB lawyer sues Akhtar for defamation

Rediff.com29 Apr 2020

Rizvi, the long serving legal advisor of the board, made it clear he had initiated defamation and criminal proceedings against Akhtar and also lodged a complaint with the Federal Investigation Agency under its cyber crime laws.

How Don Got Its Breathless Pace

How Don Got Its Breathless Pace

Rediff.com22 Jul 2025

'While shooting the Don song, Chandra Barot ordered 30-40 paans and insisted Amitabh Bachchan eat them all.'

Pahalgam fallout: India suspends X accounts of Bilawal Bhutto, Imran Khan

Pahalgam fallout: India suspends X accounts of Bilawal Bhutto, Imran Khan

Rediff.com4 May 2025

Former Pakistan foreign minister Bilawal Bhutto had acknowledged his country's tango with terror operatives, saying that Pakistan has a past.

Afghanistan's Zadran creates HISTORY!

Afghanistan's Zadran creates HISTORY!

Rediff.com26 Feb 2025

While wickets fell all around him with fellow opener Rahmanullah Gurbaz, as well as Sediqullah Atal and Rahmat Shah all back in the hut inside the first ten overs, Gurbaz kept his cool.

Kannada row: No coercive action against Sonu Nigam, says HC

Kannada row: No coercive action against Sonu Nigam, says HC

Rediff.com15 May 2025

The court also permitted the singer to appear via video conferencing for recording his statement, if required by the investigating officer.

Pak Fans Enjoy 1st ICC Contest In 29 Years

Pak Fans Enjoy 1st ICC Contest In 29 Years

Rediff.com20 Feb 2025

The National Bank Stadium in Karachi saw a huge number of fans cheering on and enjoying a rare time out at the cricket even as New Zealand outplayed the hosts in the opening game of the Champions Trophy on Wednesday.

Santner on how NZ quelled Bangladesh challenge

Santner on how NZ quelled Bangladesh challenge

Rediff.com24 Feb 2025

About playing India in the final group game on Sunday in Dubai, he said, 'It will be a different challenge on a different surface. Might be slower.'

Ambitious Duckett says captaining England would be a dream

Ambitious Duckett says captaining England would be a dream

Rediff.com25 Mar 2025

The 30-year-old has played 22 ODIs and 17 Twenty20 Internationals, scoring 1,058 and 412 runs, respectively. He has also played in 32 tests, scoring 2,270 runs.

Champions Trophy: Australia vs SA match washed out

Champions Trophy: Australia vs SA match washed out

Rediff.com25 Feb 2025

The Champions Trophy Group B fixture between Australia and South Africa in Rawalpindi was abandoned without a ball being bowled on Tuesday.

Gen Munir turned against my wife after...: Imran Khan

Gen Munir turned against my wife after...: Imran Khan

Rediff.com4 Jun 2025

Khan said the events of May 9, 2023, in which military installations were targeted, were in fact a part of the "London Plan"- the sole purpose of which was to "eliminate Pakistan's largest political force, the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf".