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Carlos Santana set for maiden trip to India

Carlos Santana set for maiden trip to India

Rediff.com28 Sep 2012

The Mexican entertainer will be performing in Bangalore next month.

Forced religious conversions affect nation's security, freedom of faith: SC

Forced religious conversions affect nation's security, freedom of faith: SC

Rediff.com14 Nov 2022

Terming forced religious conversion a "very serious" issue, the Supreme Court on Monday asked the Centre to step in and make sincere efforts to check the practice.

Woman beaten to death on suspicion of witchcraft, 12 held

Woman beaten to death on suspicion of witchcraft, 12 held

Rediff.com27 Oct 2014

A 55-year-old woman was beaten to death in Chhattisgarh's Bemetara district allegedly by her family members who suspected her of practising 'black magic', police said.

This bookshop in China is beyond magical!

This bookshop in China is beyond magical!

Rediff.com25 Nov 2020

A dreamlike bookstore that just opened in Sichuan, China has gone viral on social media and we can't help but call this book space nothing short of spellbinding. Take a look...

Feisty Shehnaaz Gill's Six Best Fashion Moments

Feisty Shehnaaz Gill's Six Best Fashion Moments

Rediff.com14 Apr 2023

The SKG style book is as lively and natural as she.

Kerala diocese sparks row with 'love jihad' handbook; expresses regret

Kerala diocese sparks row with 'love jihad' handbook; expresses regret

Rediff.com16 Sep 2021

The Thamarassery Diocese, under the prominent Syro Malabar Church, has published the book with controversial content for the catechism study of students belonging to classes X to XII.

King of the road! Karnataka minister travels 340 km daily to office and back

King of the road! Karnataka minister travels 340 km daily to office and back

Rediff.com5 Jul 2018

The elder brother of Chief Minister H D Kumaraswamy Revanna cites non-availability of a government bungalow as the reason for undertaking the tedious journey.

PIX: Angelina Jolie rocks sexy thigh-high slits!

PIX: Angelina Jolie rocks sexy thigh-high slits!

Rediff.com20 Jan 2012

She's got perfect legs and loves to flaunt them at film premieres.

Look Who Ananya Partied With!

Look Who Ananya Partied With!

Rediff.com17 Nov 2022

The Swarovski Holiday event in New York City was a fashionable affair with top models in attendance.

When Katrina Looked Magical In A Lehenga

When Katrina Looked Magical In A Lehenga

Rediff.com8 Dec 2021

Will she repeat any of these looks at her wedding?

Anupamaa's Nidhi Shah Has A Secret

Anupamaa's Nidhi Shah Has A Secret

Rediff.com23 Aug 2023

Nidhi Shah has a wardrobe that her 2.2 million Insta fans have fallen head-over-heels in love with.

US: Controversial swami held for theft

US: Controversial swami held for theft

Rediff.com31 Oct 2008

Selvam was out on bail after a few hours for $125,000. The police took away the computers from his home for further investigation.

The Stars Who Got It Wrong At Cannes

The Stars Who Got It Wrong At Cannes

Rediff.com29 May 2023

Though the Indian celebrities did well fashionably on the Cannes red carpet, there are times when they slipped.

'Guru' to 'habitual offender': Asaram's fall from grace

'Guru' to 'habitual offender': Asaram's fall from grace

Rediff.com1 Feb 2023

The disgrace is compounded by the fact that the 81-year-old self-styled godman is already serving a life sentence in a Jodhpur jail for raping a minor girl at his ashram in Rajasthan in 2013.

Guess Who The Pretty Woman With Isha Ambani Is?

Guess Who The Pretty Woman With Isha Ambani Is?

Rediff.com5 May 2023

Hint: She calls Isha her 'favourite partner in life and crime.'

Did AIFF hire astrologer to change team's fortune?

Did AIFF hire astrologer to change team's fortune?

Rediff.com22 Jun 2022

'The CoA (which is running the show in AIFF after the suspension of president Praful Patel) must go deep into this appalling incident and find out who all are responsible behind it. There are many scams waiting to see the light of the day.'

Rakul Singh Is On A Roll

Rakul Singh Is On A Roll

Rediff.com6 Jul 2023

There's a reason why Rakul is such a loved actress.

Demonetisation: Why Did RBI Protect Modi?

Demonetisation: Why Did RBI Protect Modi?

Rediff.com17 Nov 2023

Events proved that on every count the RBI had accurately predicted both the damage and the lack of benefit. What the RBI was hiding was the fact that Modi had ignored its concerns -- all of which turned out to be true -- and gone ahead anyway, asserts Aakar Patel.

An Indian with Aladdin's magic carpet

An Indian with Aladdin's magic carpet

Rediff.com15 Feb 2015

The re-imagined Indian Scout is a motorcycle that captures the magic of the Indian spirit, filters it through some modern technology and allows for a unique riding experience.

Nitish-Lalu together sought religion-based quotas in 2005: Modi

Nitish-Lalu together sought religion-based quotas in 2005: Modi

Rediff.com2 Nov 2015

Fuelling further the bitter quota debate in Bihar polls, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday accused his rivals Nitish Kumar and Lalu Prasad of having come together in July 2005 to demand a review of the policy to provide for religion-based reservation.

A Magical, Mystery Tour

A Magical, Mystery Tour

Rediff.com30 Mar 2015

Dominic Xavier/Rediff.com steps into the wonderful world that is the spectacular Kochi-Muziris Art Biennale.

Review: Phoonk

Review: Phoonk

Rediff.com22 Aug 2008

Despite decent performances and good camera work, Ram Gopal Varma's Phoonk ultimately doesn't work mostly because of the way it ends.

See RGV's <I>Phoonk</I> alone & win Rs 5 lakh

See RGV's Phoonk alone & win Rs 5 lakh

Rediff.com10 Aug 2008

People from across the country can participate by sending Phoonk as an SMS to 57333. A maximum of five contestants will be short-listed from all entries received and then brought to Mumbai to try and test their courage.

When Tara Became A Gorgeous Bride

When Tara Became A Gorgeous Bride

Rediff.com4 Oct 2022

Tara Sutaria graced the Bombay Times Fashion Week ramp in a lusciously-embroidered red lehenga with a black -- yes, we know it's an unconventional shade -- choli.

OTT This Week: Killers. JLo. Spooks...

OTT This Week: Killers. JLo. Spooks...

Rediff.com17 Jun 2022

Detectives, superheroes, biopics, documentaries, it's all there on OTT this week. Sukanya Verma offers some suggestions.

Malaika's tutu skirt or Radhika's black dress?

Malaika's tutu skirt or Radhika's black dress?

Rediff.com19 Aug 2016

The good, bad and ugly looks of the week.

StyleDiaries: Sonam, Taapsee stun in black

StyleDiaries: Sonam, Taapsee stun in black

Rediff.com16 Jun 2017

The good, bad and ugly looks from the celebrity circus.

Why Angira Dhar Rules Our Hearts

Why Angira Dhar Rules Our Hearts

Rediff.com7 Jun 2023

Wide-eyed and curious, Angira is the cutest girl you'd see all day.

'Don't try to be too manly'

'Don't try to be too manly'

Rediff.com10 Apr 2023

The actor has some easy techniques for achieving radiant skin.

Spinners, Harshal and the magic of the slower ball

Spinners, Harshal and the magic of the slower ball

Rediff.com20 Nov 2021

With the ball difficult to grip, the pacers had a tough time but once the spinners started operating India started to peg things back a little.

Fun, Flirty, Cool Nushrratt

Fun, Flirty, Cool Nushrratt

Rediff.com16 Mar 2023

She took fun to the next level wearing sequins, the hottest trend of summer, on her face.

Ananya, Katrina, Deepika: November's STUNNING STARS

Ananya, Katrina, Deepika: November's STUNNING STARS

Rediff.com2 Dec 2019

Bollywood maintained its high fashion quotient, and made pretty pictures on the red carpet and off it.

Sonakshi, Swara or Sayani: Who wore it better?

Sonakshi, Swara or Sayani: Who wore it better?

Rediff.com15 Mar 2017

One outfit. Three celebrities. Tell us who wore it better.

Desi Fashion Influencers Take Over Cannes

Desi Fashion Influencers Take Over Cannes

Rediff.com29 May 2023

They took whopping fashion risks and were greatly rewarded.

Review: Kaashmora is a fun watch

Review: Kaashmora is a fun watch

Rediff.com30 Oct 2016

The film starts out well with plenty of fun and intrigue, but the second half does not live up to the promises of the first, writes S Saraswathi.

Delightful, BOLD Indian Streetwear Styles

Delightful, BOLD Indian Streetwear Styles

Rediff.com12 Oct 2022

Prints in silk, handmade shibori, hints of denim, uneven hems, 3D florals...Anamika Khanna's collection had casual, fun outfits for your everyday wardrobe.

Sharvari Steals The Show!

Sharvari Steals The Show!

Rediff.com14 Nov 2022

Anupriya, Donal, Elli, Nargis, Regina, Sharvari radiated tremendous style.

If Rahul Gandhi doesn't become Cong chief, many will...: Gehlot

If Rahul Gandhi doesn't become Cong chief, many will...: Gehlot

Rediff.com22 Aug 2022

Gehlot said even within the party, there is an opinion in favour of making Rahul the new president.

My Nobel Moments

My Nobel Moments

Rediff.com19 Dec 2023

It was lovely to enjoy the magical atmosphere of celebrating the spectacular accomplishments of extraordinary men and women who had enriched the world of sciences, literature and peace, notes Ambassador T P Sreenivasan after attending last week's Nobel Prize awards ceremony.