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The Indian beauty queen with a heart of gold

The Indian beauty queen with a heart of gold

Rediff.com26 Apr 2018

How Miss World Manushi Chhillar is leading by example!

How India Plays Cricket

How India Plays Cricket

Rediff.com15 Dec 2025

In India, cricket games are part of our geographical landscape like the Ganga or the Himalayas or the Western Ghats or Kanyakumari. Millions of games unfold across India at any time of day. Travel in any direction and you are bound to see a cricket game in progress -- be it urban gully cricket to games on dusty village grounds to roaring stadiums to famous greens that cradled cricket like Shivaji Park or Azad Maidan.

Elnaaz Leaves A Little Sparkle Everywhere She Goes

Elnaaz Leaves A Little Sparkle Everywhere She Goes

Rediff.com20 Nov 2025

Elnaaz Norouzi has a personal style that feels like a breath of fresh air. It is effortless and completely free-spirited.

'I Was Becoming A Mini Dilip Kumar'

'I Was Becoming A Mini Dilip Kumar'

Rediff.com11 Dec 2025

'Dilipsaab was an interesting mix of spontaneity and stylised acting.'

What's Manushi Chhillar Hiding In Her Closet?

What's Manushi Chhillar Hiding In Her Closet?

Rediff.com7 Jul 2025

Her wardrobe choices blend quiet luxury with contemporary edge, making every look feel intentional and impactful.

Meet the first Kashmiri Pandit beauty queen

Meet the first Kashmiri Pandit beauty queen

Rediff.com5 Oct 2018

'I come from a conservative family.' 'They had sent me to Bengaluru to study and wanted me to focus on my career.' 'I went for the Miss India auditions because it was something I wanted to do for myself.' 'My family was there and saw me perform live.' 'After I got through the finals, they supported me.' 'Now they want me to be the game-changer -- to be the first-ever Kashmiri Pandit to carve a niche in the fashion world.'

5 lessons from USA's first bisexual beauty queen

5 lessons from USA's first bisexual beauty queen

Rediff.com4 Feb 2020

Miss Utah 2020 Rachel Slawson is busting stereotypes while raising awareness about mental health, body issues and self love.

Pics: Miss World beauty queens are talking about periods in India

Pics: Miss World beauty queens are talking about periods in India

Rediff.com9 Feb 2018

Miss World winners are touring India to talk about periods.

Kriti, Rakul, Aditi: The Hottest Style Icons

Kriti, Rakul, Aditi: The Hottest Style Icons

Rediff.com17 Oct 2025

The glamorous queens who stole the limelight at the Elle Style and Beauty Awards 2025.

Mexico's Fatima Bosch is Miss Universe 2025

Mexico's Fatima Bosch is Miss Universe 2025

Rediff.com21 Nov 2025

At the grand finale of the 74th Miss Universe beauty pageant hin Bangkok, Mexico's Fatima Bosch defeated 121 contestants from across the world, including India to bag the Miss Universe 2025 title.

Tara Prasad Stuns Skating Rink

Tara Prasad Stuns Skating Rink

Rediff.com17 Nov 2025

'Skating was just something I did for fun. It was only after I took a long sabbatical and came back to skating that I considered pursuing it seriously. By then, I already had an Indian passport.'

Aditi-Siddharth In Paris

Aditi-Siddharth In Paris

Rediff.com29 Oct 2025

Aditi Rao Hydari turned 47 on October 28, and was whisked off to Paris by hubby Siddharth to bring in her birthday in the romantic city.

Beauty queen to Insta star: 7 lessons from Priyanka

Beauty queen to Insta star: 7 lessons from Priyanka

Rediff.com17 May 2019

It is amazing how she used social media to network, inspire and give back to society while building an international career.

Did These Films Influence Zohran Mamdani?

Did These Films Influence Zohran Mamdani?

Rediff.com6 Nov 2025

The New York City mayor-elect's mother has made some incredible movies.

Meet Miss South India Liz Jaimon Jacob

Meet Miss South India Liz Jaimon Jacob

Rediff.com7 Oct 2025

Whether she's strutting in sparkly gowns or keeping it cool in casual fits, Miss South India 2025 Liz Jaimon Jacob knows how to own every frame she's in.

This beauty queen flaunted her stretch marks and won the Internet

This beauty queen flaunted her stretch marks and won the Internet

Rediff.com3 Jan 2019

Roz Purcell wants you to embrace your marks and love your body the way it is.

Why Bigg Boss 19 Will Be Different

Why Bigg Boss 19 Will Be Different

Rediff.com25 Aug 2025

Bigg Boss 19 has a healthy mix of characters, mostly GenZ and millennials, but without Bigg Boss's interference, it would be boring to watch some of these wannabes vying for individual fame and attention, expects Divya Nair.

'Eat well, look great': A beauty queen's fitness gyaan

'Eat well, look great': A beauty queen's fitness gyaan

Rediff.com11 Jan 2017

Former Miss India International Sveta Jaishankar's new cookbook has recipes from India's top models and actors.

B'deshi model Meghna Alam accused of $5 mn honey trap on Saudi envoy

B'deshi model Meghna Alam accused of $5 mn honey trap on Saudi envoy

Rediff.com17 Apr 2025

A former Bangladeshi beauty queen, Meghna Alam, has been detained for allegedly setting up a honey trap for a former Saudi ambassador in Dhaka, in an attempt to extort USD 5 million. Alam, who runs a charity, was initially detained without charge under the controversial Special Powers Act. Her arrest sparked a media outcry and concerns by rights watchdogs. Alam denies the allegations, claiming the diplomat wanted to marry her. The Saudi embassy has not commented, but media reports suggest the envoy left Bangladesh as the scandal unfolded.

No Force Is More Powerful Than A Woman Determined To Rise

No Force Is More Powerful Than A Woman Determined To Rise

Rediff.com4 Nov 2025

India's women didn't just win a World Cup, they won the nation's heart, proving that belief, courage, and grace can turn dreams into destiny.

Oomphalicious! This beauty queen's got curves

Oomphalicious! This beauty queen's got curves

Rediff.com23 Aug 2019

Miss India World Suman Rao worked her magic at the Lakme Fashion Week.

Which Kareena Selfie Is Your Fave?

Which Kareena Selfie Is Your Fave?

Rediff.com30 Aug 2025

Kareena Kapoor Khan is the queen of selfies and she has an entire photo dump to prove it.

Miss World India's Diet Will Surprise You

Miss World India's Diet Will Surprise You

Rediff.com26 May 2025

Miss India World Nandini Gupta reveals her simple fitness routine.

Navratri Pix: Golus From San Francisco And Bengaluru

Navratri Pix: Golus From San Francisco And Bengaluru

Rediff.com23 Sep 2025

Please continue to e-mail your festive pictures and stories to getahead@rediff.co.in (Subjectline: Navratri, Durga Puja, Golu 2025). Don't forget to include your name and location. We will publish the best photographs on Rediff.

Miss India 2017: Calling all beauty queens

Miss India 2017: Calling all beauty queens

Rediff.com10 Feb 2017

Send in your applications now!

Miss World 2025 Queens Dazzle Charminar

Miss World 2025 Queens Dazzle Charminar

Rediff.com14 May 2025

The Miss World 2025 finalists soak in the rich heritage of Hyderabad as they pose, explore, and celebrate Indian culture.

This beauty queen is in love with India

This beauty queen is in love with India

Rediff.com29 Jan 2019

Meet Daniela Nieto, the newly minted Miss Multinational, who simply loves and adores India.

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.

Pay hike? Chinese employees bank upon beauty queen

Pay hike? Chinese employees bank upon beauty queen

Rediff.com12 Apr 2010

The name of former Miss Hong Kong Li Jiaxin means 'pay rise' in Chinese.

Pulkit's Love Note To His 'Drama Queen'

Pulkit's Love Note To His 'Drama Queen'

Rediff.com29 Oct 2024

Kriti Kharbanda celebrates her 34th birthday on October 29, and her husband Pulkit Samrat showers her with love.

Aishwarya: Queen Of Stunning Saris

Aishwarya: Queen Of Stunning Saris

Rediff.com1 Sep 2023

When it comes to desi swag, very few can beat Aishwarya Sushmita.

Lovely, Lovely Gayatri

Lovely, Lovely Gayatri

Rediff.com19 Dec 2024

Gayatri Bhardwaj's swoonworthy beauty, coupled with her cute sense of style, which keeps her fans hooked.

6 Times India Made History At Miss World

6 Times India Made History At Miss World

Rediff.com1 Jun 2025

Let's revisit the landmark women and moments from India's Miss World history.

How this beauty queen stays fit and SEXY!

How this beauty queen stays fit and SEXY!

Rediff.com15 Mar 2019

Alankrita Sahai loves to mix dance and yoga in her routine.

Samantha, Nargis, Sanya Get Sassy

Samantha, Nargis, Sanya Get Sassy

Rediff.com27 Jun 2025

2025's necklines are getting bolder, sharper and a whole lot cooler.

Pix: Ivanka, Oprah, Kim Arrive For Jeff Bezos' Wedding

Pix: Ivanka, Oprah, Kim Arrive For Jeff Bezos' Wedding

Rediff.com27 Jun 2025

When Amazon's Billionaire Boss Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sanchez say 'I do,' the world's glamorous power circle RSVPs yes.

Two-Time Wimbledon Champion Set To Call It Quits

Two-Time Wimbledon Champion Set To Call It Quits

Rediff.com19 Jun 2025

Two-time Wimbledon champion Petra Kvitova announced on Thursday that she will retire from tennis at the conclusion of the US Open later this year.

PIX: Beauty queens sparkle on the red carpet

PIX: Beauty queens sparkle on the red carpet

Rediff.com28 Nov 2017

All the best looks from the 2017 Miss Universe Pageant at Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino, Las Vegas.

Why Aishwarya Wore Sindoor To Cannes?

Why Aishwarya Wore Sindoor To Cannes?

Rediff.com22 May 2025

Aishwarya walked the red carpet for the screening of the film The History of Sound.

Trump launches tweet storm against former beauty queen

Trump launches tweet storm against former beauty queen

Rediff.com1 Oct 2016

Trump's verbal barbs directed at Alicia Machado, who won the Miss Universe title in 1996, started after the first presidential debate Monday when Hillary Clinton mentioned her and claimed that Trump used to call her "Miss Piggy" and "Miss Housekeeping."