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Paris Fashion Week: Breakout trends you can't miss

Paris Fashion Week: Breakout trends you can't miss

Rediff.com6 Jul 2017

These are the hottest trends at Paris Haute Couture Fashion Week right now!

Why ban only slaughter of cows and bulls? HC asks Maha govt

Why ban only slaughter of cows and bulls? HC asks Maha govt

Rediff.com6 Apr 2015

What about other animals such as goats?" the bench asked.

The Best Pet Photographs of the Year!

The Best Pet Photographs of the Year!

Rediff.com16 Aug 2021

The International Pet Photographer of the Year Awards is an annual celebration of the artistry and skill of professional and emerging pet photographers from all around the globe by The Pet Photographers Club which began as a podcast in 2018.

'I don't want to live, but I have no option'

'I don't want to live, but I have no option'

Rediff.com14 Jul 2022

'How will they give me permission to die when there are many others in conditions worse than mine?'

Welcome to the jungle! 5 safaris to beat the summer heat

Welcome to the jungle! 5 safaris to beat the summer heat

Rediff.com4 Jun 2018

A forest safari is the best way to observe animals in their natural habitat.

When a call from Tejashwi Yadav left Patna DM stumped

When a call from Tejashwi Yadav left Patna DM stumped

Rediff.com22 Jan 2021

It was a rare display of assertiveness in public by Yadav, who happens to be the unchallenged leader of the opposition in the state where the recent assembly elections saw him coming out of his father Lalu Prasad's shadow and steer his party to an impressive performance.

Protecting Kaziranga's rhinos from floods, poachers

Protecting Kaziranga's rhinos from floods, poachers

Rediff.com8 Aug 2016

'Flooding forces the animals to disperse out of the park that, in turn, attracts the attention of poachers.'

SC postpones Jallikattu verdict for a week on Centre's request

SC postpones Jallikattu verdict for a week on Centre's request

Rediff.com20 Jan 2017

Massive protest continued for the fourth day on Friday at Chennai's Marina Beach with schools across Tamil Nadu remained closed in support of bull-taming sport Jallikattu.

Finally! An Indian Coming-Of-Age Movie For Grownups

Finally! An Indian Coming-Of-Age Movie For Grownups

Rediff.com30 Jul 2022

Dear Friend is for those who idealised Dil Chahta Hai all out of proportion, and then warmed up to the premise that friendship could be a lot more complicated, and transient, observes Sreehari Nair.

Strict lockdown only way to contain COVID-19: Indians in Wuhan

Strict lockdown only way to contain COVID-19: Indians in Wuhan

Rediff.com9 Apr 2020

'India had done the right thing to go for a nationwide lockdown, but the major problem for the country could surface when the monsoon season arises as people's immunity levels go down.'

Floods leave trail of destruction in Konkan towns

Floods leave trail of destruction in Konkan towns

Rediff.com24 Jul 2021

Chiplun, Khed and several other towns in Ratnagiri and parts of neighbouring Raigad bore the brunt of the torrential rain and the subsequent floods over the last few days, with several rivers in the region flowing above the danger mark. Although the water level has receded to a large extent in most of the affected parts, the floods have left a trail of large scale damage - from sludge and heaps of mud in the houses and roads to loss of loved ones.

<I>Chandamama</I> to hit TV screens

Chandamama to hit TV screens

Rediff.com7 May 2009

Big Animation has selected the most popular characters and stories from the famous magazine Chandamama, which would be launched as a TV serial spanning over a minimum of 25 episodes to begin with. Speaking to Business Standard, Big Animation CEO Ashish SK said, "The project will be handled over a period of three years.

Sai's Take: Aisi Kaisi Democracy!

Sai's Take: Aisi Kaisi Democracy!

Rediff.com6 May 2019

'Have we finally gotten over the holy cow syndrome?' asks Saisuresh Sivaswamy after watching Aisi Taisi Democracy in action.

The incredibly rare 'Elephant Queen' in Kenya

The incredibly rare 'Elephant Queen' in Kenya

Rediff.com19 Mar 2019

"If I hadn't looked upon her with my own eyes, I might not have believed that such an elephant could exist in our world."

COVID-19 vaccine development at early stage in India: Experts

COVID-19 vaccine development at early stage in India: Experts

Rediff.com23 May 2020

The Indian government and private firms have stepped up efforts to develop a vaccine to halt the spread of COVID-19 which has claimed over 3,700 lives with more than 1,25,000 cases in the country.

'Did you ever imagine oxygen will become such a priority in people's lives?

'Did you ever imagine oxygen will become such a priority in people's lives?

Rediff.com20 May 2021

'Today, saving lives needs to take precedence.'

Humans vs leopards: Whose home is it?

Humans vs leopards: Whose home is it?

Rediff.com25 May 2018

Can humans and leopards co-exist in Mumbai? The answer is not what you think!

Pet pics: Say hello to Monty!

Pet pics: Say hello to Monty!

Rediff.com13 May 2019

We asked you to share pics and stories of your furry companions. This is what our readers shared.

Why we must save our tigers

Why we must save our tigers

Rediff.com30 Jul 2018

Amith Bhavikatti shares his story.

The Many Faces of a Sanjay Leela Bhansali Heroine

The Many Faces of a Sanjay Leela Bhansali Heroine

Rediff.com24 Feb 2022

Gentle, fiery, magnanimous or disadvantaged, there are many faces of the Bhansali heroine. Sukanya Verma looks at every single one.

Indian origin boy to play Mowgli in Disney's Jungle Book

Indian origin boy to play Mowgli in Disney's Jungle Book

Rediff.com16 Jul 2014

To be directed by Jon Favreau, the film is set for an October 2015 release.

Footballer sets example again, steps up to help during India's hour of need

Footballer sets example again, steps up to help during India's hour of need

Rediff.com6 May 2021

CK Vineeth made headlines last year when he was seen working as a volunteer at a COVID-19 helpline centre back home during the nationwide lockdown.

Scientists urge caution over launch of Covid vaccine by Aug 15

Scientists urge caution over launch of Covid vaccine by Aug 15

Rediff.com4 Jul 2020

'We must not compromise with the standard, the quality. We don't need to be the first to launch a drug but what we need is a Made in India vaccine that the entire world can rely on'

Cattle slaughter rules is not a prestige issue, open to suggestions: Government

Cattle slaughter rules is not a prestige issue, open to suggestions: Government

Rediff.com4 Jun 2017

Environment Minister Harsh Vardhan said the intention behind the notification was not to harm any particular group.

This dog is the HAPPIEST in lockdown

This dog is the HAPPIEST in lockdown

Rediff.com3 May 2020

Pankaj Maheshwari from Gandhi Nagar, Moradabad tells us how is spending time with his dog Bosco.

The woman behind the new cattle sale law

The woman behind the new cattle sale law

Rediff.com1 Jun 2017

'The idea behind the new rules is that slaughter markets must buy directly from the farms as is the case in the bloody world.' 'The cattle markets have become centres for the organised beef mafia.'

Tiger diaries: Meet Maaya from Tadoba

Tiger diaries: Meet Maaya from Tadoba

Rediff.com25 Jul 2018

Rediff reader Harish Jain tells us how he spotted a tiger at Tadoba Andhari Tiger Reserve, Maharashtra.

Lockdown Heroes: Nadeem, Jackson help the needy

Lockdown Heroes: Nadeem, Jackson help the needy

Rediff.com6 Apr 2020

Jharkhand spinner Shahbaz Nadeem and Saurashtra batsman Sheldon Jackson rise to the challenge in these dark times.

Those seated in Delhi, Nagpur can't decide what we eat, says Kerala CM

Those seated in Delhi, Nagpur can't decide what we eat, says Kerala CM

Rediff.com30 May 2017

Kerala CM Pinarayi Vijayan urges his counterparts to stand up against Centre's 'anti-federal, anti-democratic and anti-secular move'.

Full Text: President's address to nation on the eve of Republic Day

Full Text: President's address to nation on the eve of Republic Day

Rediff.com25 Jan 2022

Here's the full text of address to the nation by President Ram Nath Kovind on the eve of the Republic Day 2022.

Salman Khan jailed for 5 years in blackbuck poaching case

Salman Khan jailed for 5 years in blackbuck poaching case

Rediff.com5 Apr 2018

His co-accused actors -- Saif Ali Khan, Sonali Bendre, Tabu and Neelam - were acquitted in the 20-year-old case.

To curb cheating, K'taka students made to wear cartons

To curb cheating, K'taka students made to wear cartons

Rediff.com19 Oct 2019

'Yes, cheating is a problem, but this is not the way to solve it'

RSS has made India an undeclared Hindu Rashtra, says Azam Khan

RSS has made India an undeclared Hindu Rashtra, says Azam Khan

Rediff.com18 Oct 2015

The RSS mouthpiece article has made the policy of the organisation very clear, Khan said.

The WORST FILMS of 2021

The WORST FILMS of 2021

Rediff.com1 Jan 2022

Every year, with the good, there are bad movies too.

Life lessons from a Mumbai local train

Life lessons from a Mumbai local train

Rediff.com5 Apr 2019

Chitra Govindan shares a heart-warming incident she witnessed when she was travelling by a Mumbai local.

IIT Madras students hold beef fest to protest ban on cattle slaughter

IIT Madras students hold beef fest to protest ban on cattle slaughter

Rediff.com29 May 2017

More than 50 students supported the cause by participating in this fest late on Sunday night. Earlier on May 27, Students' Federation of India staged similar protest in Kerala by eating beef outside University College, Trivandrum.

Here's what to WATCH on OTT

Here's what to WATCH on OTT

Rediff.com12 Jan 2021

An unlikely romance, a terrible tragedy, a search for a fairy tale, a witch in the making and a legally dead guy fighting to reclaim his life, Sukanya Verma recommends all this on OTT this week.

Running with the bulls in Pamplona

Running with the bulls in Pamplona

Rediff.com11 Jul 2017

It's that time of the year again when people gather in Pamplona, Spain to participate in the 427-year-old festival of San Fermn from July 7 to July 14 and has the encierro, or bull run, at its heart.

PHOTOS: The life and times of the glamorous Sania Mirza

PHOTOS: The life and times of the glamorous Sania Mirza

Rediff.com26 Jun 2015

She has spunk, confidence, some naughtiness and lots of style. Meet Sania Mirza, off-court

Tiger diaries: The perfect catwalk

Tiger diaries: The perfect catwalk

Rediff.com11 Aug 2018

Anup Nilawar shared these photographs from Kanha Tiger Reserve in Madhya Pradesh.