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How India Buys A Car Today Has Changed

How India Buys A Car Today Has Changed

Rediff.com3 Oct 2025

More Indians start car shopping online, pushing automakers and dealers to respond quickly, train staff, and use AI to turn clicks into showroom visits.

The Kia Syros HTX: Yay Or Nay?

The Kia Syros HTX: Yay Or Nay?

Rediff.com17 Sep 2025

While the Syros shines in many areas, its ride quality is a point of contention, notes Rajesh Karkera.

Show anger on field, not ... : Ex-India player to Pakistan

Show anger on field, not ... : Ex-India player to Pakistan

Rediff.com20 Sep 2025

Former Indian cricketer Atul Wassan urged the Pakistan team to showcase their anger and some competition on the field rather than being in controversies off the field,

'I Can't Say On September 22, I Will Be With A Stick'

'I Can't Say On September 22, I Will Be With A Stick'

Rediff.com22 Sep 2025

'I am doing the drive in making sure that people pass this on. So the drive is not with distrust. The drive is just in case.' 'Just in case it doesn't get passed on, I am here.'

'Gurus Abuse The Very People Who Give Them Power'

'Gurus Abuse The Very People Who Give Them Power'

Rediff.com7 Oct 2025

'What is it about the institution of faith that makes somebody get a sense of impunity, that they believe they can get away with anything?'

Janhvi Goes For Gold At TIFF

Janhvi Goes For Gold At TIFF

Rediff.com11 Sep 2025

Janhvi Kapoor is having a golden moment at the Toronto International Film Festival, and she captures it perfectly by wearing a gown of the same colour.

'Test cricket has changed a bit'

'Test cricket has changed a bit'

Rediff.com6 Dec 2024

'Some of these guys come up, grow up through IPL cricket and there's no fear or there's the expectation to be very good from the get-go and they're quality players from the time they get into international cricket no matter what their age is.'

The Man Who Captures Vultures On Camera

The Man Who Captures Vultures On Camera

Rediff.com1 Oct 2025

Like the dinosaurs, vultures face extinction. From 40 million 33 years ago, only 35,000 to 45,000 vultures remain in India.

Ahead of WC, Sreejesh mentors juniors with books and belief

Ahead of WC, Sreejesh mentors juniors with books and belief

Rediff.com23 Sep 2025

Sreejesh, a two-time Olympic bronze medallist, believes India have the potential to finish on the podium in the upcoming junior World Cup to be held in Chennai and Madurai from November 28 till December 10.

Bringing Bappa Into Our Homes And Hearts

Bringing Bappa Into Our Homes And Hearts

Rediff.com6 Sep 2025

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Jitesh or Samson? India weigh middle-order dilemma

Jitesh or Samson? India weigh middle-order dilemma

Rediff.com25 Sep 2025

Against Bangladesh, Samson wasn't even considered good enough to come inside the top seven of the line-up and that begs a question as to what is he doing in the team if he isn't good enough to come ahead of Axar Patel.

Will Vijay's Next Film Rescue His Political Career?

Will Vijay's Next Film Rescue His Political Career?

Rediff.com6 Oct 2025

'Karur could still impact Jana Nayagan's box-office success if Vijay and the TVK do not get their act together,' points out N Sathiya Moorthy.

Indore hospital under fire as rats bite, kill two newborns

Indore hospital under fire as rats bite, kill two newborns

Rediff.com5 Sep 2025

Contradictory statements from officials have surfaced regarding the post mortem examination in the case of two infants who died after being bitten by rats at a government-run hospital in Indore, Madhya Pradesh. The incident has triggered investigations and disciplinary actions.

Asia Cup: Pakistan down UAE; set up India clash

Asia Cup: Pakistan down UAE; set up India clash

Rediff.com18 Sep 2025

Pakistan made short work of an inexperienced UAE batting unit by winning their last group league game by 41 runs in Dubai on Wednesday.

Asia Cup: India face spin test in fiery Bangladesh clash

Asia Cup: India face spin test in fiery Bangladesh clash

Rediff.com23 Sep 2025

The India vs Bangladesh rivalry has gotten bitter in recent years, thanks to the partisan young fans, many of whom perceive India as an adversary.

Auger-Aliassime exits US Open with pride, no regrets

Auger-Aliassime exits US Open with pride, no regrets

Rediff.com6 Sep 2025

After a gutsy performance that pushed Sinner to four sets, the Italian world number one ultimately proved too strong. Yet the Canadian said he would carry plenty of positives forward from Flushing Meadows.

When Lord Ganesha Comes Home

When Lord Ganesha Comes Home

Rediff.com4 Sep 2025

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'I thought I'd quit' - Pooja Rani's stunning comeback

'I thought I'd quit' - Pooja Rani's stunning comeback

Rediff.com17 Sep 2025

Seasoned boxer Pooja Rani had decided that if her fourth appearance at the World Boxing Championship ended without a medal, she would not give it another shot.

Asia Cup: India storm into final after crushing Bangladesh

Asia Cup: India storm into final after crushing Bangladesh

Rediff.com25 Sep 2025

Abhishek Sharma's scintillating 75 was beautifully complemented by Kuldeep Yadav and Varun Chakravarthy as India comfortably hammered Bangladesh by 41 runs to enter the Asia Cup final in Dubai on Wednesday.

'No pressure, just joy': Harmanpreet's World Cup mantra

'No pressure, just joy': Harmanpreet's World Cup mantra

Rediff.com26 Sep 2025

India skipper Harmanpreet Kaur knows that fans have placed heaps of expectations on her side ahead of the upcoming ICC Women's ODI World Cup at home, and she wants to enjoy the moment without succumbing to the pressure to land a maiden title.

A Most Unique Lord Ganesha

A Most Unique Lord Ganesha

Rediff.com3 Sep 2025

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'They Kept Telling Me, Why Are You Doing This Film?'

'They Kept Telling Me, "Why Are You Doing This Film?"'

Rediff.com22 Sep 2025

If we wanted the Himalayas as a backdrop, we didn't shoot it on a green screen.' 'We actually went to the Himalayas and shot on location.'

'My Son Doesn't Want To Come Back To India'

'My Son Doesn't Want To Come Back To India'

Rediff.com22 Sep 2025

'Techies who did a master's there and moved to US companies look down on Indian companies who they consider as just doing body shopping.'

Meghana wins maiden ISSF World Cup medal

Meghana wins maiden ISSF World Cup medal

Rediff.com14 Sep 2025

Meghana Sajjanar clinched her first-ever World Cup medal, a bronze, in the women's 10m Air Rifle, as India finished fifth in the season-ending ISSF World Cup Rifle/Pistol in Ningbo, China.

Maruti Takes On Creta With Victoris

Maruti Takes On Creta With Victoris

Rediff.com9 Sep 2025

Maruti takes a leap in terms of technology with features like ADAS, a 360-degree camera, ventilated seats, a powered tailgate, audio system with Dolby Atmos and much more.

Everyone Loves Ganpati Bappa!

Everyone Loves Ganpati Bappa!

Rediff.com6 Sep 2025

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Shubman Gill struggling in T20Is? Dasgupta explains why

Shubman Gill struggling in T20Is? Dasgupta explains why

Rediff.com20 Sep 2025

Gill's highest score in the three Asia Cup matches has been an unbeaten 20 with the Test skipper failing to click in the games against Pakistan and Oman after a fruitful red-ball away series against England.

Pak coach concedes: We were outplayed by India

Pak coach concedes: We were outplayed by India

Rediff.com15 Sep 2025

'We got to the end of the powerplay and we were in the game and then we got squeezed and that built up a lot of pressure during the middle overs.'

Don't Provoke Abhishek Sharma!

Don't Provoke Abhishek Sharma!

Rediff.com22 Sep 2025

'The way Abhishek and Shubman bat, it is like fire and ice.'

Asia Cup Super 4s: B'desh hold nerve to down Sri Lanka

Asia Cup Super 4s: B'desh hold nerve to down Sri Lanka

Rediff.com21 Sep 2025

Bangladesh pulled off a thrilling four-wicket win against Sri Lanka, chasing 169 with just one ball to spare in Dubai on Saturday.

'We Are Happy Being Shameless'

'We Are Happy Being Shameless'

Rediff.com16 Sep 2025

Two Much With Kajol and Twinkle promises a healthy dose of sarcasm and unfiltered comments.

Will Modi, Trump meet soon? US official says sure, but...

Will Modi, Trump meet soon? US official says sure, but...

Rediff.com25 Sep 2025

'Trump is not shy when he is frustrated with countries'

Nawaz No 1? India Laughs Off Pakistan Coach's Claims!

Nawaz No 1? India Laughs Off Pakistan Coach's Claims!

Rediff.com13 Sep 2025

Mike Hesson is free to rank Pakistan left-arm spinner Mohammed Nawaz as high as he wants but India know where their spinners are placed in the world order.

Who Says Lata Couldn't Be Sensuous?

Who Says Lata Couldn't Be Sensuous?

Rediff.com29 Sep 2025

Dinesh Raheja celebrates Lata's 96th birth anniversary on September 28 by picking some choice examples of her non-typical songs that are tinged with a rare eroticism.

Trailer Watch: Jolly LLB, 3 Times The Fun

Trailer Watch: Jolly LLB, 3 Times The Fun

Rediff.com11 Sep 2025

The trailer of Jolly LLB 3 shows the two Jollys pitted against each other, which is a very clever idea, because both stars are terrific with comedy, notes Deepa Gahlot.

From Noida To Nottingham: Your Lord Ganeshas

From Noida To Nottingham: Your Lord Ganeshas

Rediff.com5 Sep 2025

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'Petrol, Diesel In GST? Not In Immediate Future'

'Petrol, Diesel In GST? Not In Immediate Future'

Rediff.com26 Sep 2025

'Tax cannot be emotional.'

Guess How Much Alia's Sari Costs?

Guess How Much Alia's Sari Costs?

Rediff.com8 Sep 2025

This Ganpati festive season, we saw a lot of gorgeous ladies donning outfits that were the perfect blend of grace and elegance.

Asia Cup: Litton Das shines as Bangladesh crush Hong Kong

Asia Cup: Litton Das shines as Bangladesh crush Hong Kong

Rediff.com12 Sep 2025

Skipper Litton Das led from the front as Bangladesh registered a comfortable seven-wicket win over Hong Kong in their Asia Cup opener in Abu Dhabi on Thursday.

Mohanlal, The Man Behind The Actor

Mohanlal, The Man Behind The Actor

Rediff.com29 Sep 2025

The cheeky young man who once gave me one-word answers grew into a philosophical, detached star yet remained simple and humble, never letting stardom steal his heart, notes Rediff's Shobha Warrier who first interviewed the Dadasaheb Phalke Award winner in 1987.