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When Deepika Padukone Wore The Starry Night Sky...

When Deepika Padukone Wore The Starry Night Sky...

Rediff.com9 Feb 2026

Dubai lit up for the exclusive Cartier Gala but the moment Deepika Padukone arrived, the night officially became one to remember.

Lauren, Rukmini Show Up In HOT Avatars

Lauren, Rukmini Show Up In HOT Avatars

Rediff.com2 Feb 2026

Mumbai turned into a full-blown fashion parade at the grand launch of Variety magazine in India.

Brand Shubham Gill: Bruised Not Ruptured

Brand Shubham Gill: Bruised Not Ruptured

Rediff.com30 Jan 2026

'It is a passing phase'. 'He will bounce back'. 'He is a run machine; poor form is just temporary'. The vote of confidence in Gill was inspiring and reassuring, notes Sandeep Goyal.

Algo Trading Begins With Stronger Risk Rules

Algo Trading Begins With Stronger Risk Rules

Rediff.com18 Nov 2025

Algo trading should be segregated in a separate account with only risk capital deployed.

In absence of black swans, markets may rise further

In absence of black swans, markets may rise further

Rediff.com18 Mar 2024

Since March 2020, when the Nifty50 plummeted to 7,511 following the announcement of a nationwide lockdown, the stock market has been on an upward trajectory. Over the next four years, the major market index has delivered a remarkable compounded annual growth rate (CAGR) of over 31.5 per cent. In the past year alone, the Nifty50 has gained by 27 per cent, hitting a succession of record highs.

When Will Vijay Smell The Coffee?

When Will Vijay Smell The Coffee?

Rediff.com10 Nov 2025

TVK cadres are worried, the leadership looks weak, and the party is not fully prepared for the 2026 elections, observes N Sathiya Moorthy.

'Black swan events are becoming increasingly frequent'

'Black swan events are becoming increasingly frequent'

Rediff.com6 Nov 2023

If the war in the Israel-Gaza region escalates into a larger West Asian conflict, it could pose problems.

Review: Black Swan is a must watch film

Review: Black Swan is a must watch film

Rediff.com4 Mar 2011

Watch Black Swan for its technical brilliance, for the manner in which the director has managed to parallel the happenings in the ballet being performed with the changes in the main character's life, and for the way it has been shot and art directed.

Debt MFs Vs FDs

Debt MFs Vs FDs

Rediff.com24 Jul 2025

Despite similar tax treatment, debt MFs enjoy certain advantages over FDs.

Black Swan: The Reliance Communications' story

Black Swan: The Reliance Communications' story

Rediff.com15 Dec 2008

Swan is one of the firms which got a licence at bargain-basement prices thanks to telecom minister A Raja.

Before Natalie Portman became the Black Swan

Before Natalie Portman became the Black Swan

Rediff.com17 Feb 2011

Looking at how the actress went from child star to Oscar nominee.

Black Swan to swim far and wide

Black Swan to swim far and wide

Rediff.com17 Dec 2010

Armed with a host of solid reviews from majority of critics and major nominations including 12 Critic's Choice Award, the movie starring Natalie Portman is expected to do well when it opens worldwide.

Iran: Trump Talks Tough, But Keeps Door Open

Iran: Trump Talks Tough, But Keeps Door Open

Rediff.com11 Feb 2025

The stage may be set for a recalibrated US-Iran relationship, suggests Ambassador M K Bhadrakumar.

'Black Swan' polls: Modi's road to Parliament through 11 states

'Black Swan' polls: Modi's road to Parliament through 11 states

Rediff.com22 May 2014

The difference in the seats won by the Bharatiya Janata Party in Hindi and non-Hindi states is the highest in India's electoral history, notes Praveen Chakravarty.

Markets In Meltdown: What Should You Do?

Markets In Meltdown: What Should You Do?

Rediff.com8 Apr 2025

'Investors should continue with their SIPs, especially during market corrections.' 'For those looking to start new SIPs, beginning with large-cap funds is a prudent strategy, followed by flexi-cap and value-oriented approaches.'

Why Medha Shankr's A Real Sweetheart

Why Medha Shankr's A Real Sweetheart

Rediff.com30 Dec 2024

Medha Shankr's off-screen style avatars are a mix of style and grace that collide to create pure magic.

'Algo Trading Is Not Risk-Free'

'Algo Trading Is Not Risk-Free'

Rediff.com23 Dec 2024

Many enter this arena without a detailed understanding of how their algo works.' 'Diligently review information on the strategy, risk profile, potential losses, and expected gains before investing.'

Indian economy is an island of macroeconomic, financial stability: RBI Governor

Indian economy is an island of macroeconomic, financial stability: RBI Governor

Rediff.com5 Aug 2022

Reserve Bank of India Governor Shaktikanta Das on Friday said the country's economy is an island of stability despite two Black Swan events and multiple shocks. "In an ocean of high turbulence and uncertainty, Indian economy is an island of macroeconomic and financial stability," Das told reporters during the post policy press conference. He said the financial stability, macroeconomic stability and resilience of growth is being witnessed despite two Black Swan events happening one after the other and multiple shocks.

Threat of global conflict looms large, says IAF chief

Threat of global conflict looms large, says IAF chief

Rediff.com22 Dec 2023

The Air Chief Marshal also said that India's rise in the Global South marks a "pivotal point" in international affairs.

Americans Must Depend On Hope And Prayer

Americans Must Depend On Hope And Prayer

Rediff.com13 Jul 2024

The two major parties offer the United States choices that are basically unacceptable and the bench strength, such as it is, is not entirely capable of winning popular acclaim, notes Shreekant Sambrani.

All eyes on Warner as Proteas loom

All eyes on Warner as Proteas loom

Rediff.com16 Dec 2022

The 36-year-old remains nominally in Australia's plans for the tour of India in February but is under pressure to perform in the three-match series starting at the Gabba on Saturday after struggling against a modest West Indies attack.

Significant room for upside in Indian Hotels stock

Significant room for upside in Indian Hotels stock

Rediff.com5 Apr 2023

In the longer-term, analysts expect IHCL to see revenue CAGR of 15 per cent between FY23 to FY25 and Ebitda CAGR of 20 per cent in the same period. Analysts are seeing targets of around Rs 375-Rs 380 for the stock, which is a significant upside from the current Rs 313.

Qala Review: Cinematic Beauty

Qala Review: Cinematic Beauty

Rediff.com2 Dec 2022

A film that looks and sounds so gorgeous, must be welcomed, applauds Deepa Gahlot. Qala Review.

Whoosh... What Style Moments!

Whoosh... What Style Moments!

Rediff.com20 Jul 2021

The amfAR gala was a star-studded affair with celebs gracing the red carpet in glamorous gowns.

Run-up to Budget: Economic Survey may peg FY24 GDP growth at 6-7%

Run-up to Budget: Economic Survey may peg FY24 GDP growth at 6-7%

Rediff.com31 Oct 2022

The Economic Survey 2022-23 (FY23), to be presented a day before Union Budget 2023-24 (FY24), is likely to project India's real gross domestic product (GDP) growth between 6 per cent and 7 per cent for FY24, Business Standard has learnt. The broader theme of the Survey could be on how India has dealt with two years of a global pandemic and the ongoing geopolitical disturbance, the strengths and weaknesses that emerged, and what lessons may be learnt. The much-awaited Survey will be the first one by Chief Economic Advisor V Anantha Nageswaran and his team in the finance ministry's economic division.

Tired of masks? Check out these HATS!

Tired of masks? Check out these HATS!

Rediff.com12 Oct 2020

Hats were the standout accessory at The London Hat Week 2020.

Beginner's Guide To Investing In Stocks

Beginner's Guide To Investing In Stocks

Rediff.com23 May 2023

Here's how beginners can follow a very practical approach for finding stocks for long term investing and building a decent portfolio.

Privatisation of PSBs gets bankers' thumbs up

Privatisation of PSBs gets bankers' thumbs up

Rediff.com22 Dec 2022

Exuding confidence in sustaining the tempo of credit growth, public sector bankers said on Wednesday that consolidation in the public sector bank (PSB) space has given them a robust base to scale. The privatisation of PSBs can be done through divestment of government stake to a wider base of investors without haste. There is nothing to worry about at this point (high credit offtake) as underwriting standards and risk management are much better.

Met Gala: Bold And The Beautiful

Met Gala: Bold And The Beautiful

Rediff.com3 May 2022

Glimpses from America's biggest fashion party!

PIX: The Ten Most Popular Actors in Hollywood

PIX: The Ten Most Popular Actors in Hollywood

Rediff.com26 Dec 2011

Johnny Depp has been toppled by a new entrant in the list!

Meet the Oscar winners

Meet the Oscar winners

Rediff.com28 Feb 2011

Here's a closer look at the major winners of the evening.

Predicting the Oscar nominees of 2011

Predicting the Oscar nominees of 2011

Rediff.com24 Jan 2011

While we wait for the official list, here's Rediff's Aseem Chhabra's list of nominee predictions.

Golden Globe winners, at a glance

Golden Globe winners, at a glance

Rediff.com17 Jan 2011

The 2011 winning list, right here.

Desi girl Priyanka slays in a bold backless gown

Desi girl Priyanka slays in a bold backless gown

Rediff.com24 Feb 2020

The former beauty queen looked stunning as the showstopper.

India's banks, financial markets can withstand extreme volatility: Das

India's banks, financial markets can withstand extreme volatility: Das

Rediff.com5 Sep 2022

Reserve Bank Governor Shaktikanta Das on Monday said despite the latest headwinds arising from the Jackson Hole summit leading to extreme volatility, our banking system and financial markets are strong enough to withstand such pressures. Taking the markets by surprise, US Fed chair Jerome Powell had told the annual Jackson Hole summit of central bankers and economists last week that he would have to keep raising federal fund rates to tame inflation, which remains the biggest challenge to the world's largest economy. He also warned of the pains that such monetary policy actions would create on growth and jobs.

When Aishwarya made eyes at you!

When Aishwarya made eyes at you!

Rediff.com4 Mar 2021

Sukanya Verma shows us some eye-catching instances.

'There could be new challenges, new battles'

'There could be new challenges, new battles'

Rediff.com7 Apr 2023

'The Indian economy and the Indian financial sector today remain resilient and much better placed.'

Rupee to remain under pressure; may settle at around 79-80/USD in near term: Experts

Rupee to remain under pressure; may settle at around 79-80/USD in near term: Experts

Rediff.com27 Jun 2022

India's rupee is likely to remain under pressure due to high prices of crude oil and other commodities, and may stabilise at around 79-80 against the US dollar in the near term, say experts amid limited headroom available with the Reserve Bank to check the weakening of the domestic currency. The currency has slumped over 5 per cent this year after Russia's invasion of Ukraine sent international crude oil prices soaring to a decade high. On Monday, rupee ended at a fresh all-time low of 78.34 (provisional) against the US dollar.

Golden Globes 2011: On the Red Carpet

Golden Globes 2011: On the Red Carpet

Rediff.com17 Jan 2011

Check out Hollywood in full spendour.

Darren Aronofsky watches his new film Noah in India

Darren Aronofsky watches his new film Noah in India

Rediff.com23 Apr 2014

Get your lowdown on what's going on in the world of Hollywood, right here!