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Chess WC QF: Arjun Holds Wei Yi With Black Pieces

Chess WC QF: Arjun Holds Wei Yi With Black Pieces

Rediff.com17 Nov 2025

Seeking to qualify for the Candidates' event, India's top-rated Arjun Erigaisi walked off with an easy draw with his Chinese counterpart Wei Yi in the first game of the quarterfinals, in Panaji on Monday.

Neesham vows NZ won't repeat T20 World Cup mistakes

Neesham vows NZ won't repeat T20 World Cup mistakes

Rediff.com5 Jan 2026

'We've rectified that and we've got a good series against a strong team getting into the World Cup.'

Want To Stand Out At Your NYE Party? Wear This

Want To Stand Out At Your NYE Party? Wear This

Rediff.com31 Dec 2025

When someone says New Year's Eve, most people think black, glitter and drama. But white has quietly entered the party conversation and is doing evening wear really well.

2025's Top 10 OTT Male Performances

2025's Top 10 OTT Male Performances

Rediff.com18 Dec 2025

2025 had some interesting performances on OTT series and films. Deepa Gahlot picks the Top 10 Male OTT Performances.

10 Stylish Looks For Your NYE Party

10 Stylish Looks For Your NYE Party

Rediff.com29 Dec 2025

Whether you're heading to a house party or a glam get-together on New Year's Eve, make sure you raise the fashion bar with your style choices.

Gukesh tested, Vishy delivers as GCL race tightens

Gukesh tested, Vishy delivers as GCL race tightens

Rediff.com20 Dec 2025

Marcandria Maurizzi registered a last-gasp win over Volodar Murzin on the prodigy board to help defending champions Triveni Continental Kings beat Fyers American Gambits 8-7 and consolidate their position at the top of the leader board in the Global Chess League (GCL) in Mumbai on Saturday.

Aishwarya Knows No Fashion Limits

Aishwarya Knows No Fashion Limits

Rediff.com9 Dec 2025

Aishwarya Rajesh's style is as fluid as water. It is constantly shifting, effortlessly adapting and always in tune with the moment.

Tamannaah, Deepika Give Polka Dots A Sizzling Makeover

Tamannaah, Deepika Give Polka Dots A Sizzling Makeover

Rediff.com19 Dec 2025

Polka dots are officially out of their retro era and back in the spotlight. They are louder, cooler and way more fashion-forward than ever before.

Geraldine, The Fearless Rulebreaker

Geraldine, The Fearless Rulebreaker

Rediff.com17 Dec 2025

Geraldine Viswanathan isn't trying to fit into anyone's fashion box and that's exactly what makes her style so interesting.

Tyre stocks to ride demand, margin tailwinds; global risks may bite

Tyre stocks to ride demand, margin tailwinds; global risks may bite

Rediff.com5 Jan 2026

Shares of tyre manufacturers have outperformed broader equity benchmarks, buoyed by multiple tailwinds. Softer raw material prices, an uptick in demand from automakers following the reduction of the goods and services tax (GST) rates, and steady replacement demand have lifted sentiment toward the sector.

Golden Globes 2026: Meet The Winners!

Golden Globes 2026: Meet The Winners!

Rediff.com12 Jan 2026

Just who are the big winners of the 83rd edition of Golden Globes awards?

Usman Khawaja Batted For Integrity On And Off The Field

Usman Khawaja Batted For Integrity On And Off The Field

Rediff.com3 Jan 2026

'In choosing to be fully himself, even when it was uncomfortable, Usman Khawaja expanded the meaning of representation and conscience in Australian sport,' notes Asif Ullah Khan.

PIX: Arsenal extend lead, Aston Villa surge into second

PIX: Arsenal extend lead, Aston Villa surge into second

Rediff.com4 Jan 2026

Arsenal beat Bournemouth 3-2 on Saturday to extend their lead at the top of the English Premier League.

NZ all-rounder Doug Bracewell retires at 35

NZ all-rounder Doug Bracewell retires at 35

Rediff.com29 Dec 2025

Former New Zealand all-rounder Doug Bracewell has announced his retirement from all forms of cricket on Monday, as per the ICC website.

Parul Gulati Is The Maalkin Of Bold Fashion

Parul Gulati Is The Maalkin Of Bold Fashion

Rediff.com15 Dec 2025

Known for her fearless fashion and a wardrobe that refuses to whisper, The Kis Kisko Pyaar Karoon actress loves unusual silhouettes.

Global Chess League: Mumba Masters crush Anand's Ganges in opener

Global Chess League: Mumba Masters crush Anand's Ganges in opener

Rediff.com14 Dec 2025

Mumba Masters delivered a high-quality performance in front of the 'home' crowd, defeating the Viswanathan Anand-led Ganges Grandmasters

The Stars Who Sizzled In 2025: Samantha, Deepika...

The Stars Who Sizzled In 2025: Samantha, Deepika...

Rediff.com15 Dec 2025

In 2025, Indian stars didn't just make global fashion moments, they owned them.

Gukesh, Arjun steer Alaskan Knights to first win

Gukesh, Arjun steer Alaskan Knights to first win

Rediff.com19 Dec 2025

World champion D Gukesh and compatriot Arjun Erigaisi delivered in a must-win situation to help PBG Alaskan Knights register their first win in the Global Chess League (GCL) in Mumbai on Thursday.

'I Don't Want To Be Underpaid'

'I Don't Want To Be Underpaid'

Rediff.com6 Jan 2026

'If they said the shift is at 9, I would reach by 9. But no one came until 12. Slowly over the time, I felt very disappointed with the whole thing.'

Bindu's Bold Fashion Choices

Bindu's Bold Fashion Choices

Rediff.com24 Dec 2025

Bindu Madhavi doesn't dress to blend in, she dresses to be remembered.

SKY, Dube Set To Join Mumbai's Vijay Hazare Squad

SKY, Dube Set To Join Mumbai's Vijay Hazare Squad

Rediff.com22 Dec 2025

Suryakumar Yadav, Shivam Dube to play two matches for Mumbai in Vijay Hazare Trophy

Erigaisi Emulates Vishy Anand With World Blitz Bronze

Erigaisi Emulates Vishy Anand With World Blitz Bronze

Rediff.com31 Dec 2025

Arjun Erigaisi is only the second Indian male player after the legendary Viswanathan Anand to win a World Blitz medal in the 'Open category'.

Krithi Is All About Coquette Meets Cute

Krithi Is All About Coquette Meets Cute

Rediff.com4 Dec 2025

Krithi Shetty has the kind of style that feels like a deep breath. It is calm, clean and effortlessly pretty.

Meet The 10 Indian-Origin Nobel Laureates

Meet The 10 Indian-Origin Nobel Laureates

Rediff.com1 Jan 2026

Who have been India's Laureates, winners from India or of Indian-origin?

Now, Isn't Shruti Sweet?

Now, Isn't Shruti Sweet?

Rediff.com22 Dec 2025

Shruti Ramachandran's style lives in that sweet spot where simplicity meets a quiet edge.

Pant in danger? Selectors face tough ODI dilemma

Pant in danger? Selectors face tough ODI dilemma

Rediff.com1 Jan 2026

The Indian selectors will be announcing the team for the three-match ODI series against the Black Caps, starting January 11 in Vadodara and there have been speculations about whether Pant can hold on to his place in the squad.

OnePlus 15R Launches In India With 7,400 mAh Battery

OnePlus 15R Launches In India With 7,400 mAh Battery

Rediff.com22 Dec 2025

OnePlus has unveiled its latest smartphone, the OnePlus 15R, for the Indian market with a starting price of 47,999.

Mumba Masters make it two wins, go top of Global Chess League table

Mumba Masters make it two wins, go top of Global Chess League table

Rediff.com15 Dec 2025

A supremely confident upGrad Mumba Masters came up with another grand performance, beating Fyers American Gambits 9-7 to make it two wins on the trot and go top of the table in the Global Chess League in Mumbai on Monday.

Fireworks in GCL as Pipers win, Mumba Masters roll on

Fireworks in GCL as Pipers win, Mumba Masters roll on

Rediff.com17 Dec 2025

A clinical performance on the prodigy board by GM Leon Luke Mendonca and a last-gasp victory by Nino Batsiashvili powered Alpine SG Pipers into title contention as they beat Fyers American Gambits 10-4 to register their second consecutive win in the Global Chess League in Mumbai on Wednesday.

How Bhavitha Mandava Made Fashion History

How Bhavitha Mandava Made Fashion History

Rediff.com8 Dec 2025

From New York subways to Paris couture spotlight, Bhavitha didn't chase fashion, fashion actually found her.

Ranvir-Deepika, Genelia-Riteish: Meet The Stylish Desi Couples

Ranvir-Deepika, Genelia-Riteish: Meet The Stylish Desi Couples

Rediff.com8 Dec 2025

From handwoven saris to custom-designed festivewear, see how your favourite stars attended Swadesh's launch in Mumbai.

World Rapid Championships: Krishna, 15, in joint lead with Carlsen

World Rapid Championships: Krishna, 15, in joint lead with Carlsen

Rediff.com26 Dec 2025

Kerala teenager Krishna Goutham shares the lead with World No 1 Magnus Carlsen, top Indian exponent Arjun Erigaisi, and Vladislav Artemiev.

World Rapid chess: Erigaisi, Gukesh in lead with Carlsen

World Rapid chess: Erigaisi, Gukesh in lead with Carlsen

Rediff.com27 Dec 2025

Reigning classical World champion D Gukesh, Arjun Erigaisi and world No.1 Magnus Carlsen were among the leaders after the first five rounds on the opening day of the FIDE World Rapid Championships in Doha on Thursday.

When It's Time To Party, Madonna Is...

When It's Time To Party, Madonna Is...

Rediff.com18 Dec 2025

With the holiday season in full swing, the Drive actress' wardrobe feels like the perfect mix of bold, playful and dance-floor approved.

World Rapid: Humpy in joint lead; Gukesh, Erigaisi stay in hunt

World Rapid: Humpy in joint lead; Gukesh, Erigaisi stay in hunt

Rediff.com28 Dec 2025

Reigning champion Koneru Humpy displayed her trademark composure and tenacity to remain in joint lead in the women's section.

Hey Anyaa, Why Are You Stealing Our Dil?

Hey Anyaa, Why Are You Stealing Our Dil?

Rediff.com18 Dec 2025

After her stint in The Ba***ds Of Bollywood, Anyaa Singh is now all set to feature on the big screens with Border 2. She is quickly emerging as one of those girls whose style feels fresh without trying too hard.

3rd Test: NZ's Conway, Latham smash hundreds vs WI

3rd Test: NZ's Conway, Latham smash hundreds vs WI

Rediff.com18 Dec 2025

New Zealand, who are 1-0 up in the three-Test series, were 334 for one at stumps with Conway on 178 having hit 25 fours.

POCO C85 5G Debuts In India With Giant 6.9-Inch Display

POCO C85 5G Debuts In India With Giant 6.9-Inch Display

Rediff.com16 Dec 2025

POCO C85 5G has arrived in India, with its entry variant tagged at 11,999.

Record-breaking Latham, Conway hit tons as NZ set WI mammoth target

Record-breaking Latham, Conway hit tons as NZ set WI mammoth target

Rediff.com21 Dec 2025

West Indies, who trail 1-0 in the three-Test series, finished the day on 43 for no loss, still 419 behind their improbable target. Brandon King was batting on 37, while John Campbell was on two.

Kriti Sanon Is Simply Slaying It

Kriti Sanon Is Simply Slaying It

Rediff.com2 Dec 2025

With Tere Ishq Mein doing so well at the box office, Kriti Sanon is once again reminding everyone why she is one of the top fashionistas in Bollywood.