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PIX: Taapsee takes Manmarziyaan to Toronto

PIX: Taapsee takes Manmarziyaan to Toronto

Rediff.com12 Sep 2018

Canada gets a slice of Bollywood!

NASA unable to trace Vikram lander in latest Moon flyby

NASA unable to trace Vikram lander in latest Moon flyby

Rediff.com23 Oct 2019

'The Lunar Reconnaissance Orbiter imaged the area of the targeted Chandrayaan-2 Vikram landing site on October 14 but did not observe any evidence of the lander'

No! That can't be Trump shopping

No! That can't be Trump shopping

Rediff.com7 Dec 2017

Looks what these folks are up to!

Pegasus Project: Why I am hesitant to defend the government but must

Pegasus Project: Why I am hesitant to defend the government but must

Rediff.com22 Jul 2021

Snooping is one of the oldest peccadilloes of man, observes Ambassador M K Bhadrakumar.

Extreme sports star dies in skydiving accident

Extreme sports star dies in skydiving accident

Rediff.com29 Sep 2015

Extreme sports performer Erik Roner died in a skydiving accident near Lake Tahoe, California, on Monday after he struck a tree, authorities said.

Bodies in corridor, not enough beds: Scenes from Mumbai's Covid-19 facility

Bodies in corridor, not enough beds: Scenes from Mumbai's Covid-19 facility

Rediff.com27 May 2020

"Only 27 bodies can be kept in the KEM mortuary. But, all slots are filled with COVID-19 victims' bodies and other bodies have been kept in the corridor. There are some 15 bodies kept on stretchers on both sides of the corridor that leads to the second floor where the testing laboratory is located," KEM staffers' union leader Santosh Dhuri said. "Workers need protection kits and assurance of financial support in case of falling sick. These issues are not satisfactorily addressed by the BMC and the state government despite several reminders and agitations," he said.

Zaheer struggles in comeback, India 'A' vs WI 'A' match ends in draw

Zaheer struggles in comeback, India 'A' vs WI 'A' match ends in draw

Rediff.com5 Oct 2013

Opener Kraigg Brathwaite continued his good run with another splendid century while Narasingh Deonaraine cracked a flamboyant 93 as the second unofficial Test between India 'A' and West Indies 'A' ended in a tame draw in Shimoga

Which smartphones do Obama, Putin, Cameron use?

Which smartphones do Obama, Putin, Cameron use?

Rediff.com21 May 2014

Is it Apple, or Samsung, or Blackberry?

Yuvraj, Sharma shine as India 'A' crush West Indies 'A' in T20

Yuvraj, Sharma shine as India 'A' crush West Indies 'A' in T20

Rediff.com21 Sep 2013

An inspired Yuvraj Singh once again led from the front with an all-round effort while leg-spinner Rahul Sharma produced a five-for as India 'A' cantered to a crushing 93-run win in the one-off Twenty20 match against the West Indies 'A'.

Hughes' bat to be taken to top of Mount Everest

Hughes' bat to be taken to top of Mount Everest

Rediff.com26 Dec 2014

In a unique tribute to Phillip Hughes, the Cricket Association of Nepal (CAN) is planning to place a bat belonging to the late Australian cricketer on top of the Mount Everest.

Meghan guest edits British Vogue's September issue

Meghan guest edits British Vogue's September issue

Rediff.com29 Jul 2019

The September issue is focusing on women who "break barriers" -- featuring 15 women, including teenage climate activist Greta Thunberg and New Zealand PM Jacinda Ardern.

Atlantis is back home!

Atlantis is back home!

Rediff.com23 Jun 2007

Atlantis is back home!

People shouldn't hesitate to get vaccinated: Delhi's 1st COVID patient

People shouldn't hesitate to get vaccinated: Delhi's 1st COVID patient

Rediff.com11 Jan 2021

With final preparations underway and the vaccine set to arrive in the national capital in the next couple of days, Rohit Datta, who was the first person to be diagnosed with coronavirus infection on March 1, said "it feels surreal".

Windies secure first Test win in SA

Windies secure first Test win in SA

Rediff.com30 Dec 2007

Chasing 389 to win the first Test, South Africa were dismissed for 260 after tea on the fourth day to hand West Indies victory by 128 runs.

'Snowden not a whistleblower, but a risk to America'

'Snowden not a whistleblower, but a risk to America'

Rediff.com15 Sep 2016

Snowden, 33, is accused of violating the Espionage Act and theft of government property for leaking sensitive data to the media about National Security Agency's internet and phone surveillance.

Why women regret one night stands

Why women regret one night stands

Rediff.com7 Mar 2018

Eighty per cent women surveyed were happy they refused casual sex.

Protests flare up in US against COVID-19 lockdown

Protests flare up in US against COVID-19 lockdown

Rediff.com28 Apr 2020

In these times, the sight of a public gathering of hundreds of people mostly without face masks is alarming. But that is exactly what is happening across the United States, as groups of Americans are taking to the streets in protest of lockdown orders aimed at limiting the spread of Covid-19. Those taking to the streets say that the stringent measures restricting movement and businesses are unnecessarily hurting citizens.

'True defender of human rights': Twitter mourns the loss of Asma Jahangir

'True defender of human rights': Twitter mourns the loss of Asma Jahangir

Rediff.com12 Feb 2018

Following her demise, people from all over the world expressed grief and sorrow, taking to Twitter to send their condolences to Asma's family. Some famous Indians too, took to Twitter to condole and honour the social activist. Here are some of the tweets.

Europa PIX: Pepe spares Arsenal's blushes; United claim first away win in 12 games

Europa PIX: Pepe spares Arsenal's blushes; United claim first away win in 12 games

Rediff.com25 Oct 2019

Unai Emery's side were heading for a demoralising defeat, three days after losing meekly to Sheffield United in the Premier League, but substitute Pepe's late intervention kept the Gunners top of Group F with a maximum nine points.

It's about 53 wins and status as the top Test-playing nation

It's about 53 wins and status as the top Test-playing nation

Rediff.com4 Mar 2014

Factbox on Graeme Smith, who announced he will be retiring from international cricket following the conclusion of South Africa's third Test against Australia.

Gilchrist inducted into ICC Hall of fame

Gilchrist inducted into ICC Hall of fame

Rediff.com13 Dec 2013

The International Cricket Council on Friday inducted Australia's legendary wicketkeeper-batsman Adam Gilchrist into its Hall of Fame during the tea interval of the ongoing third Ashes Test at the WACA in Perth.

How tribal factions are causing states across West Asia to unravel

How tribal factions are causing states across West Asia to unravel

Rediff.com23 Jun 2014

Across West Asia, the old bonds of tribe and creed are causing states to unravel.

PIX: Naomi Campbell's big fat Indian bash

PIX: Naomi Campbell's big fat Indian bash

Rediff.com8 Nov 2012

Here are the pictures.

'India must realise danger of nuclear Iran'

'India must realise danger of nuclear Iran'

Rediff.com30 Nov 2005

India is one of the most important partnerships the US has, says the man tipped to be the Democrat presidential candidate.

Are special perks for VIPs in India justified?

Are special perks for VIPs in India justified?

Rediff.com27 Nov 2013

The race for VIP perks has pernicious consequences and is undermining the elite's authority.

Private e-mail IDs expose govt offices to snoop threat

Private e-mail IDs expose govt offices to snoop threat

Rediff.com27 Nov 2013

The documents leaked by former National Security Agency contractor Edward Snowden had also indicated that India was fifth among the countries that were under constant surveillance -- its nuclear, space and political discussions possibly being spied on.

You have been spied upon via Angry Birds, Facebook

You have been spied upon via Angry Birds, Facebook

Rediff.com28 Jan 2014

The latest claim to come from the trove of secret documents revealed by Edward Snowden has reportedly pointed out that the US intelligence agency allegedly used 'leaky' mobile apps to carve out user data for surveillance.

Kerala opener Jagadeesh impresses as Sehwag, Gambhir fail again

Kerala opener Jagadeesh impresses as Sehwag, Gambhir fail again

Rediff.com3 Oct 2013

Virender Sehwag's experiment to bat in the middle-order failed, and Gautam Gambhir's woeful run of form continued, as India 'A' were restricted to 191 for 3 at stumps on the second day of the second unofficial 'Test' against West Indies 'A', at the Jawaharlal Nehru National College of Engineering cricket ground, in Shimoga, on Thursday.

How NSA blew up your online privacy

How NSA blew up your online privacy

Rediff.com6 Sep 2013

The National Security Agency of the United States has cracked the encryption designed to provide online privacy using supercomputers, multiple media outlets in the US and Britain have reported.

US slaps espionage, theft charges on NSA whistleblower

US slaps espionage, theft charges on NSA whistleblower

Rediff.com22 Jun 2013

Edward Snowden, a former private contractor with Central Intelligence Agency who leaked details of America's controversial secret surveillance programme, has been charged with espionage and stealing government property.

NSA NOT listening to phone calls of Americans: Obama

NSA NOT listening to phone calls of Americans: Obama

Rediff.com18 Jun 2013

United States President Barack Obama has defended the controversial surveillance programme of the National Security Agency, saying such secret operations are 'transparent' as these were carefully supervised and controlled. Edward Snowden, a former NSA systems analyst contractor, has leaked documents revealing the Obama administration's spying programmes that gather phone records of Americans and track the use of United States-based internet servers by foreigners.

The best and worst gadgets of 2013

The best and worst gadgets of 2013

Rediff.com31 Dec 2013

While bigger smartphones and gaming were a hit, consumers also saw failures in Blackberry Z10 and smartwatches.

Sotheby's India debut gets lukewarm response

Sotheby's India debut gets lukewarm response

Rediff.com12 Dec 2018

The auction was watched closely as it comes at a time when other major names like Christie's have pulled out of India.

Indo-US nuke deal has bipartisan support in US

Indo-US nuke deal has bipartisan support in US

Rediff.com17 Nov 2005

Democrat leader John Edwards is a a likely presidential candidate for 2008.

Obama may cancel meeting with Putin over Snowden

Obama may cancel meeting with Putin over Snowden

Rediff.com19 Jul 2013

United States President Barack Obama may cancel his scheduled visit to Moscow to meet his Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin, as tension builds up between the two countries over fugitive intelligence leaker Edward Snowden, according to media reports.

Last pair saves Windies

Last pair saves Windies

Rediff.com7 Jun 2006

Snowden seeks asylum in India, 19 other countries

Snowden seeks asylum in India, 19 other countries

Rediff.com2 Jul 2013

American whistleblower Edward Snowden, currently sheltered in the transit zone of Moscow airport, has sought asylum in 20 countries, including India.

US is being 'unreasonable' over Snowden issue: China

US is being 'unreasonable' over Snowden issue: China

Rediff.com25 Jun 2013

China on Tuesday joined a war of words with the United States over letting whistleblower and former Central Intelligence Agency contractor Edward Snowden to leave Hong Kong saying that it is "unreasonable" for Washington to criticise the decision and make "groundless" accusations.

Al Qaeda nerds in Pakistan working on drone killers

Al Qaeda nerds in Pakistan working on drone killers

Rediff.com4 Sep 2013

Pakistan-based Al Qaeda engineers are making several efforts including developing a laser warning system and shoulder-fired missiles to counter American drones, according to a report.

West Indies crush Zimbabwe

West Indies crush Zimbabwe

Rediff.com8 May 2006

Chanderpaul capped off a West Indies onslaught that culminated in a record total of 333 for six off 50 overs.