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'Pope Leo Greeted People With A Namaste'

'Pope Leo Greeted People With A Namaste'

Rediff.com17 May 2025

'We had prepared tapioca and crabs for him, and he enjoyed the Kerala cuisine thoroughly.'

Manmohan Singh nearly solved Kashmir issue: Omar's fulsome praise

Manmohan Singh nearly solved Kashmir issue: Omar's fulsome praise

Rediff.com3 Mar 2025

Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah has said that India and Pakistan came closer to resolving the Kashmir issue during the Manmohan Singh-led UPA government. He added that he does not expect a return to that situation in his lifetime. Abdullah lauded Singh's efforts on Kashmir, including the setting up of working groups on the issue, and said he practically initiated measures for the return of displaced Kashmiri Pandits. The chief minister also praised Singh's contribution to India's economic development.

How A Prof Got A Role In Paatal Lok 2!

How A Prof Got A Role In Paatal Lok 2!

Rediff.com6 Feb 2025

Dr Theyiesinuo Keditsu, a professor of English Literature with PhD and MPhil degrees, was spotted at a restaurant. The next day she was offered Paatal Lok 2.

Vinesh-Somvir: Match Made On The Mat

Vinesh-Somvir: Match Made On The Mat

Rediff.com19 Aug 2024

'He placed my journey above his and offered his companionship with utmost loyalty, dedication and honesty. If not for him, I cannot imagine being here, continuing my fight and taking each day head-on.'

Valentine's Day Shopping With Miss India World

Valentine's Day Shopping With Miss India World

Rediff.com14 Feb 2024

A pro at bargaining, a skill she takes great delight in, 20-year-old Femina Miss India World 2023, loves to street shop.

Hoarding collapse: 2 bodies retrieved from crushed car

Hoarding collapse: 2 bodies retrieved from crushed car

Rediff.com16 May 2024

The death toll in the Ghatkopar hoarding collapse in Mumbai rose to 16 on Thursday with rescue personnel retrieving the bodies of a retired general manager of Air Traffic Control (ATC) and his wife, officials said.

Bumrah 'hurt' by Pandya's return at Mumbai Indians?

Bumrah 'hurt' by Pandya's return at Mumbai Indians?

Rediff.com29 Nov 2023

Kris Srikkanth said Jasprit Bumrah might be disappointed with Mumbai Indians getting back Hardik Pandya from Gujarat Titans.

Why BJP Lost Faizabad, Home To Ayodhya

Why BJP Lost Faizabad, Home To Ayodhya

Rediff.com5 Jun 2024

'The Constitution of India defeated the BJP.'

'I was the highest paid actress'

'I was the highest paid actress'

Rediff.com5 Apr 2024

'I never had any nakhras, never threw tantrums, so I got along with all my heroes.'

Cabin Crew Offers 'All Time Crush' Chocs

Cabin Crew Offers 'All Time Crush' Chocs

Rediff.com26 Jun 2023

'No doubt such a great human being, so humble and down to earth person.'

Ishan Kishan Is A Fan Favourite

Ishan Kishan Is A Fan Favourite

Rediff.com10 Oct 2022

After the match, the Mumbai Indians star -- the highest buy at the IPL 2022 players auction in February -- interacted with spectators, highlighting his down-to-earth personality.

'Mithali is a legend, no doubt about it'

'Mithali is a legend, no doubt about it'

Rediff.com9 Jun 2022

'Her work ethic, disciple, dedication, determination and hunger to score runs for herself and for the team makes her stand out from the rest.'

'Bigg Boss will teach you something every day'

'Bigg Boss will teach you something every day'

Rediff.com6 Dec 2021

'If I get a chance to go inside the house again, I would show them that a hungry lion attacks, but an injured lion wreaks havoc.'

When Aishwarya Played The Evil Woman

When Aishwarya Played The Evil Woman

Rediff.com1 Nov 2021

'While narrating a scene to Amitji, Akshay and Tusshar, they learnt that Aishwarya was not the heroine opposite Akshay as they had presumed.' 'She had a negative role.' 'They were shocked, more so when they learnt that she didn't know this.' '"Shooting will stop midway, she won't do the film", I was warned.'

SEE: Will Dhoni take up shooting after cricket?

SEE: Will Dhoni take up shooting after cricket?

Rediff.com17 Aug 2020

The Walther rifle imported by Mahendra Singh Dhoni, who retired from international cricket on Saturday, is the same model which another champion sportsperson, Abhinav Bindra, had used to win a historic individual gold medal at the Beijing Olympics.

Low profile, yet outspoken, Trai's Vaghela knows how to take tough calls

Low profile, yet outspoken, Trai's Vaghela knows how to take tough calls

Rediff.com8 Oct 2020

Vagela could not have reached this position if Narendra Modi, who'd known him from his chief minister days, had not backed the choice.

Spotted: Aftab Shivdasani in Chicago

Spotted: Aftab Shivdasani in Chicago

Rediff.com20 Aug 2012

Reader Kunal has sent us a photograph.

Spotted: Boman Irani in San Francisco

Spotted: Boman Irani in San Francisco

Rediff.com2 Jun 2009

Reader Sushil Mathakari has sent us a photograph.

Spotted: Munaf Patel in a restaurant in Wellington

Spotted: Munaf Patel in a restaurant in Wellington

Rediff.com2 Mar 2009

Reader Ashwyn Sathanantham sent us this picture from Wellington.

Spotted: Glenn McGrath in Johannesburg

Spotted: Glenn McGrath in Johannesburg

Rediff.com20 Apr 2009

Reader Ritu Aniruddha Sharma sent us these pictures from Johannesburg.

Never thought he would become President: Savita Kovind

Never thought he would become President: Savita Kovind

Rediff.com20 Jul 2017

"It is a very proud moment for us. The country is celebrating," Kovind's daughter Swati said.

Ajay meets Sania Mirza

Ajay meets Sania Mirza

Rediff.com5 Jan 2007

Reader Ajay Kanjani sent us a picture of Sania Mirza.

Spotted: Dhanraj Pillay in Chandigarh

Spotted: Dhanraj Pillay in Chandigarh

Rediff.com15 Apr 2008

Reader Amarpreet Singh sent us this picture from Chandigarh.

Spotted: Leander Paes at Wimbledon 2008

Spotted: Leander Paes at Wimbledon 2008

Rediff.com10 Sep 2008

Reader Abhijit sent us a picture of Leander Paes from London.

Spotted: Sourav Ganguly on a train!

Spotted: Sourav Ganguly on a train!

Rediff.com21 Aug 2007

Reader Sridhar Challa sent us this picture from Portsmouth.

Former Lok Sabha Speaker Purno Sangma dies

Former Lok Sabha Speaker Purno Sangma dies

Rediff.com4 Mar 2016

Sangma was a nine-time member of Lok Sabha and the Speaker in the 11th Lok Sabha. He had also held important portfolios in the central government.

Spotted: Rajnikanth flying

Spotted: Rajnikanth flying

Rediff.com18 Jul 2007

A reader sends us this photo of the superstar while on a Jet Airways flight.

'I am proud I was the only undefeated player'

'I am proud I was the only undefeated player'

Rediff.com5 Oct 2007

Viswanathan Anand on how he conqured the world in Mexico.

I studied with Madhu Sapre

I studied with Madhu Sapre

Rediff.com19 Jul 2007

Reader Suchet Bal sends us his experiences.

Spotted: Andy Roddick

Spotted: Andy Roddick

Rediff.com6 Jul 2007

Reader Krishna sent us this picture from San Jose.

Spotted! Ajay Jadeja in Saudi Arabia

Spotted! Ajay Jadeja in Saudi Arabia

Rediff.com4 Dec 2006

Reader Mohammed Muthar Hussain sent us a picture of Ajay Jadeja from Saudi Arabia.

Spotted! Kailash Kher performing

Spotted! Kailash Kher performing

Rediff.com17 Apr 2007

Reader Mohit Bhatnagar and his wife Chetna watch the singer perform.

Spotted: The friendly Mammooty

Spotted: The friendly Mammooty

Rediff.com1 Sep 2006

Reader Vinod Kumar was bowled over by the megastar's down to earth personality.

Sundar meets Karthikeyan at the Australian GP

Sundar meets Karthikeyan at the Australian GP

Rediff.com13 Nov 2006

Reader Sundar Ramanathan sent us a picture of Karthikeyan from Melbourne.

President Kalam's 'guiding souls'

President Kalam's 'guiding souls'

Rediff.com25 Sep 2005

The new book has been co-authored by Arun Tiwari.

Pakistan's former Test spinner dies

Pakistan's former Test spinner dies

Rediff.com7 Feb 2006

Col Shujauddin Butt, who was also taken as 1971 India-Pakistan Prisoner of War, died in England on Tuesday.

'Proud of Modi for being anointed chief of Hindustan's sultanate'

'Proud of Modi for being anointed chief of Hindustan's sultanate'

Rediff.com15 May 2014

Ahead of the result-day tomorrow, Pralhad Modi says he and his family are confident that his elder brother, "a boy from an ordinary family", is set to become the Prime Minister.

'Down to earth man, cared for those around him'

'Down to earth man, cared for those around him'

Rediff.com19 Jun 2017

Kovind, the 71-year-old BJP veteran, who rose from a modest background is set to occupy the country's highest constitutional office.

The lady who romanced Rajinikanth!

The lady who romanced Rajinikanth!

Rediff.com16 Jan 2019

'I broke into Hindi cinema with Tere Mere Sapne and the song Aankh Mare become a big hit.' 'And now that song has become a rage again in Simmba.'

Former separatist Sajjad Lone takes oath as J&K minister

Former separatist Sajjad Lone takes oath as J&K minister

Rediff.com1 Mar 2015

Sajjad is the younger son of Hurriyat leader Abdul Gani Lone who was assassinated on May 21, 2002, by militants