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Earth like you have never seen before

Earth like you have never seen before

Rediff.com23 Dec 2015

It is composed of a series of shots taken October 12 by the Lunar Reconnaissance Orbiter, as it passed about 83 miles above the lunar crater Compton on the far side of the moon, NASA said.

Cricketers tweet: See what Kohli, Sehwag, Gambhir and more have to say!

Cricketers tweet: See what Kohli, Sehwag, Gambhir and more have to say!

Rediff.com22 Jul 2019

Indian skipper Virat Kohli, on Monday, lauded ace sprinter Hima Das for winning five gold medals in a span of 20 days.

Amazing winners of 2019 National Geographic Travel Photo Contest

Amazing winners of 2019 National Geographic Travel Photo Contest

Rediff.com14 Jun 2019

A snowy fishing village in Greenland, a vulture soaring through the sky in Spain, and a trio of actors gearing up for an opera performance in China all make up the award winners in the 2019 National Geographic Travel Photographer of the Year awards. Chosen from thousands of entries, the winning snap is called Winter in Greenland and was taken by Weimin Chu. It depicts the fishing village of Upernavik in northwestern Greenland. Chu will receive $7,500 (Rs 5.21 lakh) and a post on National Geographic Travel's Instagram account, @natgeotravel. Here we present the winners in each of the three categories.

International Landscape Photographer of the Year revealed

International Landscape Photographer of the Year revealed

Rediff.com18 Feb 2019

If want to look at the world's most beautiful places, scroll down now. The winners of the fifth International Landscape Photographer of the Year competition have been announced, with stunning shots documenting everything from magical mountains to glistening lakes and dark, forbidding forests. There were almost 3,000 entries from photographers around the globe, leaving the judges with a headache to whittle them down. Adam Gibbs from Canada has been revealed as the 'photographer of the year' (an award based on a folio submission of at least four images) with his hauntingly beautiful shots of woodland scenes around Vancouver Island. Here's a selection of the photos that caught the judges' eyes.

Stunning panoramic photographs you can't miss

Stunning panoramic photographs you can't miss

Rediff.com15 Nov 2018

The Epson International Pano Awards is an extraordinarily spectacular showcase for the world's best photographic panoramas. With entries from over 70 countries, this year's winning images serve up a sublime array of striking shots affirming the vivid immersive capacity of panoramic photography. The overall Open competition winner this year was Bulgarian photographer Veselin Atanasov, with one specifically highlighted image featuring a gorgeous sunrise in Tuscany, Italy. Take a look for stunning shots from the 2018 Pano Awards.

Tight security, COVID-19 norms in place for I-Day

Tight security, COVID-19 norms in place for I-Day

Rediff.com13 Aug 2020

There will be around 4,000 security personnel at the Red Fort and they will stand in adherence with social distancing norms.

Monte Carlo: Grief-stricken Djokovic battles on

Monte Carlo: Grief-stricken Djokovic battles on

Rediff.com20 Apr 2012

World No. 1 Novak Djokovic raised his eyes and arms to the sky after beating Ukraine's Alexandr Dolgopolov to reach the Monte Carlo Masters quarter-finals on Thursday just hours after learning of the death of his grandfather.

Diwali Fashion: Meet the BEST DRESSED Women

Diwali Fashion: Meet the BEST DRESSED Women

Rediff.com31 Oct 2019

There were a lot of Diwali parties this festive season, and Bollywood made sure to look glamorous for each and every one.

PIX: The Top 25 Beach Moments in Bollywood

PIX: The Top 25 Beach Moments in Bollywood

Rediff.com29 Mar 2012

Like all of us, Bollywood loves the beaches!

Pak security forces nab over 300 terror suspects in Islamabad

Pak security forces nab over 300 terror suspects in Islamabad

Rediff.com21 Dec 2014

Pakistan's security forces have arrested more than 300 terror suspects, including foreigners, in a crackdown against militants in the capital Islamabad. Pakistan has launched countrywide crackdown on militants after the Peshawar school massacre which killed 148 people, most of them students, last week.

The Empire review

The Empire review

Rediff.com27 Aug 2021

Kunal Kapoor's bland portrayal cannot bring out Babur's fascinating persona or self-deprecating temperament, feels Sukanya Verma.

25 SPECTACULAR frames of Lagaan

25 SPECTACULAR frames of Lagaan

Rediff.com15 Jun 2021

Lagaan's dream run on screen and off it is a much needed reminder of winning against all odds in these pandemic ravaged times, notes Sukanya Verma.

'It takes two to tango': Pak army chief on 'belligerent' India

'It takes two to tango': Pak army chief on 'belligerent' India

Rediff.com12 Oct 2017

Gen Bajwa also said that the region surrounding Pakistan remains captive due to "historical baggage" and "negative competition".

How India will open up: Places of worship, malls, local flights

How India will open up: Places of worship, malls, local flights

Rediff.com1 May 2020

PM to take a call on reopening places of worship on Saturday; state governments empowered to take a call on malls and wedding halls; domestic flights expected to resume on May 18, with Air India being first off the blocks.

Stargazers in for a treat on March 29

Stargazers in for a treat on March 29

Rediff.com23 Mar 2004

Venus, Mars, Jupiter and Mercury will line up in the sky in a rare event that happens about every 32 years.

Pakistan spin great Qadir dies aged 63

Pakistan spin great Qadir dies aged 63

Rediff.com7 Sep 2019

Abdul Qadir, who played 67 Test and 104 ODIs for Pakistan, suffered a cardiac arrest.

SCINTILLATING PIX: Nearest supernova in 40 years

SCINTILLATING PIX: Nearest supernova in 40 years

Rediff.com8 Sep 2011

The nearest supernova of its type to be discovered for 40 years is predicted to be at its brightest and will be visible through a good pair of binoculars across Britain this week.

Who is the hottest superhero? Vote now!

Who is the hottest superhero? Vote now!

Rediff.com17 Nov 2017

Mirror, mirror, on the wall, who is the dishiest of them all?

A 1971 War Hero You Must Know

A 1971 War Hero You Must Know

Rediff.com14 Dec 2021

'I realised what a great leader he was by the way he took decisions to undertake the most-risky of missions.'

Bollywood celebrates Maa!

Bollywood celebrates Maa!

Rediff.com10 May 2021

'There is nothing your mama can't fix!'

Gadgets, games, technologies that bombed in 2010

Gadgets, games, technologies that bombed in 2010

Rediff.com8 Feb 2011

There were several gadgets and technologies that simply bombed in 2010! Few didn't quite match up to the expectation, few sucked look-wise and few went out of reach just for their sky-touching price!

Watch: Why Malaika makes our hearts beat faster

Watch: Why Malaika makes our hearts beat faster

Rediff.com26 Aug 2018

Anita Aikara/Rediff.com catches Malaika Arora for a quick chat.

Car bomb in Tikrit kills 15

Car bomb in Tikrit kills 15

Rediff.com24 Feb 2005

Police Lieutenant Sha'alan Allawi said the bomber might have driven a vehicle loaded with explosives into a parking lot inside the building.

5 simple yoga asanas to fight stress

5 simple yoga asanas to fight stress

Rediff.com15 Apr 2019

These asanas will help you experience positivity and fight stress, says Grand Master Akshar.

Fan of routine, Djokovic finds it tough to adjust to uncertainty

Fan of routine, Djokovic finds it tough to adjust to uncertainty

Rediff.com30 Apr 2020

Novak Djokovic was in imperious form before the circuit came to a halt. Djokovic said he initially struggled to cope with the uncertainty surrounding when tennis can restart after its shutdown in early March due to the novel coronavirus.

Soccer PIX: Hazard ends drought; Inter coach Conte gets red

Soccer PIX: Hazard ends drought; Inter coach Conte gets red

Rediff.com24 Jan 2021

Former Real youth player Joselu pulled a goal back for Alaves in the 59th minute, powering in a header from a free kick, but Benzema rounded off the victory for second-placed Real with an exquisite solo run and goal in the 70th minute.

How England's hero Buttler spoiled Pakistan's party

How England's hero Buttler spoiled Pakistan's party

Rediff.com9 Aug 2020

Jos Buttler played a cracking innings of 75, as he launched a superb counter-attack to turn the tide with a sixth-wicket stand worth 139 runs with Chris Woakes, who finished unbeaten on 84, to take England to victory in the first Test.

The Legend Called Shashi Kapoor

The Legend Called Shashi Kapoor

Rediff.com19 Mar 2022

'Shashiji was a terrific co-star.'

Oscars 2021: Nomadland wins BIG!

Oscars 2021: Nomadland wins BIG!

Rediff.com26 Apr 2021

A quick look at the winners of the 93rd Annual Academy Awards, listed in bold.

EPL PHOTOS: Saints bring United down to earth; Chelsea down Arsenal

EPL PHOTOS: Saints bring United down to earth; Chelsea down Arsenal

Rediff.com22 Aug 2021

IMAGES from the Premier League matches played on Sunday.

Delhi turns fortress for Independence Day

Delhi turns fortress for Independence Day

Rediff.com13 Aug 2015

A multi-layered security cover has been thrown over the national capital ahead of Independence Day with over 40,000 security personnel deployed across New Delhi to keep a hawk-eyed vigil against any possible terror strike.

Until we educate the entire human race, racism will not stop: Holding

Until we educate the entire human race, racism will not stop: Holding

Rediff.com8 Jul 2020

An emotional Michael Holding didn't hold back as he delivered a powerful message against racism on Wednesday, asserting that the black race has been dehumanised and its accomplishments wiped off from a history "written by people who do the harm." Holding, who will retire from commentary at the end of next year, talked about racism as cricket restarted amid the COVID-19 pandemic in Southampton with the first England-West Indies Test.

Bollywood's BEST ACTRESSES of 2019

Bollywood's BEST ACTRESSES of 2019

Rediff.com24 Dec 2019

Whether roles for women get better or not, women are getting better at their craft with each passing year. In 2019, we saw some of our finest female actors show us exciting new facets of their capabilities in ways that'll inspire how roles ought to be written for years to come.

The 10 BEST SONGS of 2020

The 10 BEST SONGS of 2020

Rediff.com18 Dec 2020

Sukanya Verma lists her favourite songs of the year.

Venus dazzles as sun beats down in Paris

Venus dazzles as sun beats down in Paris

Rediff.com24 May 2010

The sun beat down from a cloudless Parisian sky on Sunday as the French Open began with a sultry Venus Williams raising the on-court temperature and French favourite Jo-Wilfried Tsonga almost getting caught cold.

5 yoga poses to help you focus better

5 yoga poses to help you focus better

Rediff.com13 Jan 2020

Yoga expert Sabrina Merchant shows you how to use yoga to improve your mindfulness so you can focus better and reduce stress.

These images show birds at their very best!

These images show birds at their very best!

Rediff.com17 Jul 2020

A treat for bird lovers! The National Audubon Society announced the winners of the 2020 Audubon Photography Awards. Known the for highlighting some of the most spectacular bird photography in the world, this year's contest winners did not disappoint. This year's winners were selected from over 6,000 submissions that came in from photographers across all 50 United States, Washington DC, and seven Canadian Provinces. The goal of the awards is to highlight images that "evoke the ingenuity, resilience, and beauty of birds small and large, terrestrial and aquatic." We'll let you decide if they succeeded.

Spotlight on Harry-Meghan as they prepare for royal bow

Spotlight on Harry-Meghan as they prepare for royal bow

Rediff.com6 Mar 2020

The evening event was the couple's first joint official appearance since announcing their decision to step down as senior royals, which takes effect on March 31.

IAF commandos may guard Commonwealth Games

IAF commandos may guard Commonwealth Games

Rediff.com11 Oct 2009

Indian Air Force (IAF) helicopters carrying combat commandos armed with snipers and assault rifles are likely to be roped in to keep a hawk-eye vigil over Delhi during the next year's Commonwealth Games. The Home Ministry has approached the Defence Ministry to provide at least seven to eight helicopters for surveillance of the Delhi sky during the fortnight-long sporting event.

Kiren Rijiju flies high on board Sukhoi-30MKI

Kiren Rijiju flies high on board Sukhoi-30MKI

Rediff.com18 May 2016

Minister of State for Home Affairs Kiren Rijiju on Wednesday flew in a Sukhoi-30MKI supersonic fighter jet of the Indian Air Force from the Halwara airbase in Punjab.