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Bigg Boss 14: Just who is Eijaz Khan?

Bigg Boss 14: Just who is Eijaz Khan?

Rediff.com14 Oct 2020

Namrata Thakker digs deep into his Instagram feed to give us a closer look into him.

New AIFF president will not 'sell dreams'

New AIFF president will not 'sell dreams'

Rediff.com2 Sep 2022

Chaubey, a former goalkeeper for big clubs like Mohun Bagan and East Bengal, welcomed Bhutia in the executive committee as a co-opted member.

This Diwali, 'look towards the light'

This Diwali, 'look towards the light'

Rediff.com6 Nov 2021

Bollywood stars are going all out to wish their fans a Happy Diwali, with pretty pictures and beautiful thoughts.

Who Stole Akshay's Heart?

Who Stole Akshay's Heart?

Rediff.com6 Dec 2021

Look who Deepika bumped into... What's Kangana up to? Who's in the pool with Lisa?

'I didn't want to quit Ukraine like a coward'

'I didn't want to quit Ukraine like a coward'

Rediff.com11 May 2022

'I want to be with the Ukrainian people and serve those I know here.'

Uff! Why are these hotties not on the ramp?

Uff! Why are these hotties not on the ramp?

Rediff.com22 Aug 2019

Anita Aikara and Afsar Dayatar spotted these stylish attendees at Lakme Fashion Week.

US Open: Barty survives first-round fright; Nishikori cruises into second round

US Open: Barty survives first-round fright; Nishikori cruises into second round

Rediff.com27 Aug 2019

Barty survived a first-round scare at the US Open on Monday

Sunak Is Indian, But Sonia A Foreigner?

Sunak Is Indian, But Sonia A Foreigner?

Rediff.com7 Nov 2022

If the Indian son-in-law can become prime minister in another country, could the daughter-in-law have not become one here, especially considering that the Indian culture and tradition is for the bahu to live, think and act like her in-laws, asks N Sathiya Moorthy.

Home calling: Farmers dismantle tents, load trucks

Home calling: Farmers dismantle tents, load trucks

Rediff.com9 Dec 2021

With farmers ending their over a year-long agitation, the protesters on Thursday started dismantling tents and collecting their items from Singhu border, which had become their home away from home, even as some of them started leaving Ghazipur border despite the Samyukta Kisan Union giving a call for their departure from December 11.

Tennis: Ramkumar advances in French Open Qualifiers

Tennis: Ramkumar advances in French Open Qualifiers

Rediff.com25 May 2021

Bianca Andreescu rolls to first-round win at Strasbourg.

Top 20 Scenes From Yash Chopra's Movies

Top 20 Scenes From Yash Chopra's Movies

Rediff.com27 Sep 2022

On his 90th birth anniversary, Sukanya Verma lists 20 of her favourite scenes that reiterate his extraordinary grasp on the language of cinema and connect with the viewer.

The Secret of Gautam Adani's Success

The Secret of Gautam Adani's Success

Rediff.com2 Nov 2022

Gautambhai has shown that he has ability to withstand payment delays or vexatious court cases. That is where he is on a more comfortable wicket than many others. A revealing excerpt from R N Bhaskar's Gautam Adani: Reimagining Business in India and the World.

Biden, Harris, Trump extend Diwali greetings

Biden, Harris, Trump extend Diwali greetings

Rediff.com15 Nov 2020

In a joint statement, Biden and Harris wished a happy Diwali to everyone celebrating the festival of lights across the US, India and the world.

'Fantastic win... What character and guts from the team'

'Fantastic win... What character and guts from the team'

Rediff.com17 Aug 2021

India's pacers stole the show as they bowled the visitors to a superb 151-run victory in the second Test against England at Lord's on Monday.

Fight against COVID-19 no less than a war: Modi

Fight against COVID-19 no less than a war: Modi

Rediff.com6 Apr 2020

Addressing Bharatiya Janata Party workers to mark the 40th foundation day of the party, he also appreciated the maturity shown by people during the lockdown, describing it as 'unprecedented'.

Indian-Americans celebrate Ram temple bhoomi pujan

Indian-Americans celebrate Ram temple bhoomi pujan

Rediff.com5 Aug 2020

In Washington, VHP members took out a tableau truck on Tuesday with the digital image of Ram temple, and went around the Capitol Hill with chanting of slogans "Jai Shree Ram" and moving around the city later.

What Prime Minister Modi told Olympic champ Neeraj

What Prime Minister Modi told Olympic champ Neeraj

Rediff.com8 Aug 2021

The Primer Minister Modi spoke about Neeraj Chopra's confident body language, which was eye-catching during the Olympic finals but something that the PM said he noticed before he left for the Games.

'I never thought I would come this far'

'I never thought I would come this far'

Rediff.com9 Dec 2021

'I have the love of the audience for the last 60 years.' 'I am very greedy in this matter.' 'I want those who love me to continue doing so.'

Will Adani Invest Big In Rajasthan Before 2023 Poll?

Will Adani Invest Big In Rajasthan Before 2023 Poll?

Rediff.com13 Oct 2022

'I clearly recall how you immediately directed your administration to identify and allocate land, water, and other clearances in the shortest time possible.' 'That was the fastest decision-making process I have ever witnessed.'

Govt plans to slap higher penalty for cruelty against animals

Govt plans to slap higher penalty for cruelty against animals

Rediff.com4 Oct 2021

At present, perpetrators of such acts often get away unscathed as the penalty for the first time offender is just Rs 50 under the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (PCA) Act, 1960.

Taimur-Jeh Celebrate Diwali

Taimur-Jeh Celebrate Diwali

Rediff.com5 Nov 2021

Just how are film folk celebrating Diwali? They tell us with pictures from their lives.

Dinacharya: 13 Simple Healthy Habits

Dinacharya: 13 Simple Healthy Habits

Rediff.com9 Feb 2022

Dinacharya is a Sanskrit term for daily rituals that one must practice regularly to live in sync with nature.

Encounter of rape-accused: Saina, Jwala speak up

Encounter of rape-accused: Saina, Jwala speak up

Rediff.com6 Dec 2019

Wrestler Babita Phogat congratulated the Hyderabad police department for what they did, saying that it will make every woman in the country really proud.

Uttarakhand CM sparks new row with 'more kids, more ration' remark

Uttarakhand CM sparks new row with 'more kids, more ration' remark

Rediff.com21 Mar 2021

Uttarakhand Chief Minister Tirath Singh Rawat on Sunday again created a controversy with his remark over the amount of ration distributed during the COVID-19 lockdown: A family with two children got less ration and they would have got more if they had 20 children.

Happy Diwali! When Jwala was left amused, and Sachin sent a thoughtful message

Happy Diwali! When Jwala was left amused, and Sachin sent a thoughtful message

Rediff.com19 Oct 2017

And sharing their warm greetings on Diwali were our sports stars, who took to social media to wish their fans on the auspicious occasion.

Smart ways you can have a green Diwali this year

Smart ways you can have a green Diwali this year

Rediff.com7 Nov 2018

By switching to simpler alternatives, you can make Diwali enjoyable for all.

COVID-19 crisis: How housing societies act tough

COVID-19 crisis: How housing societies act tough

Rediff.com25 Apr 2020

Many associations of urban dwellers across the country are assuming powers they do not possess and behaving like tinpot dictators, says Shuma Raha.

Mood Off? Listen to This Playlist!

Mood Off? Listen to This Playlist!

Rediff.com18 Jun 2021

In these pandemic stricken, music bereft times, what can be more joyous than a playlist of 25 golden melodies?

PM failed to address critical questions: Cong

PM failed to address critical questions: Cong

Rediff.com4 Apr 2020

Asserting that the way in which the entire country has fought the battle against coronavirus unitedly under Modi's leadership is laudable, BJP president J P Nadda asked party workers to spread the prime minister's message to light lamps or mobile phone torches at 9pm on Sunday among the masses.

Bigg Boss 14: Just who is Abhinav Shukla?

Bigg Boss 14: Just who is Abhinav Shukla?

Rediff.com17 Oct 2020

Abhinav Shukla may not be as popular as his wife Rubina Dilaik, but the good looking television actor is slowly becoming a household name, thanks to his stint on Bigg Boss 14.

Happy Diwali! Don't burst crackers!

Happy Diwali! Don't burst crackers!

Rediff.com14 Nov 2020

Virat Kohli wished India on Diwali and urged Indians not to burst crackers to celebrate the Festival of Lights.

CWG 2022: How India fared on Saturday, August 6

CWG 2022: How India fared on Saturday, August 6

Rediff.com7 Aug 2022

Indian athletes' performance on Day 9 of the Commonwealth Games.

The MEN in Jacqueline Fernandez's career

The MEN in Jacqueline Fernandez's career

Rediff.com6 Sep 2021

Joginder Tuteja looks at the leading men she's starring with.

UN postal agency issues special Diwali stamp

UN postal agency issues special Diwali stamp

Rediff.com7 Nov 2018

The background of the sheet features the United Nations Headquarters building illuminated with the message of "Happy Diwali" to celebrate the spirit of the festival.

Bollywood's Whiskey Moments

Bollywood's Whiskey Moments

Rediff.com24 May 2022

To mark World Whiskey Day, a toast to its memorable imagery in Hindi films.

SC quashes HC order banning firecrackers in West Bengal

SC quashes HC order banning firecrackers in West Bengal

Rediff.com1 Nov 2021

There cannot be a complete ban on firecrackers and the mechanism to stop their misuse has to be strengthened, the Supreme Court said on Monday setting aside the Calcutta High Court order banning firecrackers during Kali Puja, Diwali and other festivals this year to check air pollution amid the COVID-19 pandemic.

December OTT: Akshay, Salman, John...

December OTT: Akshay, Salman, John...

Rediff.com3 Dec 2021

Joginder Tuteja lists what's up on OTT this month.

Yuvraj donates Rs 50 lakh in fight against coronavirus

Yuvraj donates Rs 50 lakh in fight against coronavirus

Rediff.com5 Apr 2020

Former India all-rounder Yuvraj Singh on Sunday pledged to donate Rs 50 lakh to the Prime Minister Narendra Modi's PM CARES Fund to help fight the coronavirus pandemic. The two-time World Cup winner also appealed to the people to stay united in the fight against the pandemic that has so far claimed more than 70 lives while infecting over 3000 across the country.

He taught Yash Chopra to make films...

He taught Yash Chopra to make films...

Rediff.com22 Apr 2021

B R Chopra was a reformist film-maker, way ahead of his times, says Subhash K Jha.

PHOTOS: What is Tendulkar up to in Bhutan

PHOTOS: What is Tendulkar up to in Bhutan

Rediff.com26 Oct 2018

The Indian cricketing legend is in Bhutan to speard awareness about UNICEF Handwash initiative.