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Sanju Dutt: Funny Munnabhai to scary Kancha Cheena

Sanju Dutt: Funny Munnabhai to scary Kancha Cheena

Rediff.com29 Jul 2011

Check out his new look and tell us what you think of it!

Lessons to be learnt from Australia's World Cup exit

Lessons to be learnt from Australia's World Cup exit

Rediff.com12 Jul 2019

The comprehensive loss to a rampant England side was the first time Australia had made the last four of the competition and not advanced to the final.

How this sleepy town became the centre for a major steel plant

How this sleepy town became the centre for a major steel plant

Rediff.com2 Dec 2011

With 22,000 people working relentlessly to complete a Rs 17,000 crore (Rs 170 billion) makeover for IISCO Steel Plant, formerly, Indian Iron and Steel Company, the energy is palpable.

Defence is best form of attack for fitter Atletico

Defence is best form of attack for fitter Atletico

Rediff.com26 May 2016

A fitter Atletico Madrid will face off against Spanish neighbours Real Madrid in their second UEFA Champions League final in three years.

Financial news: Lessons from the past

Financial news: Lessons from the past

Rediff.com15 Oct 2010

Indian equities were one of the first out of the gate, followed in short order by more gold, a wide array of commodities and, finally - by the end of September - the rupee and other animals.

Will you buy Apple's iPhone SE for Rs 42,500?

Will you buy Apple's iPhone SE for Rs 42,500?

Rediff.com16 May 2020

The SE is up against some sweet deals from China and South Korea, not to mention Apple's own XR.

Holi Special: What PINK means in the movies

Holi Special: What PINK means in the movies

Rediff.com1 Mar 2018

Sukanya Verma tells us how Bollywood gives colours a whole new meaning.

'Maradona deserved a more graceful farewell'

'Maradona deserved a more graceful farewell'

Rediff.com30 Jul 2010

The end of Diego Maradona's tenure at the helm of Argentina's national team has dealt a hard blow to his fans, even though his performance as coach was a far cry from his genius as a player.

Vishnuvardhan takes on Mammootty

Vishnuvardhan takes on Mammootty

Rediff.com6 Oct 2009

A look at Bellary Naga, a Kannada remake of the Malayalam hit Rajamamikam.

Shreyas Iyer: Flamboyant, matured, responsible

Shreyas Iyer: Flamboyant, matured, responsible

Rediff.com21 Dec 2019

Shreyas Iyer showed his worth with half centuries in the first two One-day Internationals against the West Indies.

How can you measure democracy?

How can you measure democracy?

Rediff.com15 Feb 2021

There is a vocal constituency of educated, well-to-do, articulate Indian elites who would rather go with the idea that too much democracy is a liability. That India needs a spell of benevolent dictatorship. Of course, they have never lived under one, points out Shekhar Gupta.

Injury-hit Osaka heads to French Open after 'rocky' clay season

Injury-hit Osaka heads to French Open after 'rocky' clay season

Rediff.com23 May 2019

The 21-year-old is looking to become just the 11th woman to claim a third consecutive Grand Slam title.

Bollywood's stiletto sirens

Bollywood's stiletto sirens

Rediff.com1 Sep 2009

We take a look at what adorns Bollywood's most fashionable feet.

Fadnavis takes oath as Maha CM; Ajit Pawar his deputy

Fadnavis takes oath as Maha CM; Ajit Pawar his deputy

Rediff.com23 Nov 2019

The move came at a time when deliberations between the Congress, the NCP and the Shiv Sena seemingly reached the final stage on Friday.

Why did Pakistan change Gilgit Baltistan's status?

Why did Pakistan change Gilgit Baltistan's status?

Rediff.com9 Nov 2020

Pakistan perceives that if it had declared Gilgit-Baltistan, PoK or both, which are only a part of the territories of J&K, as legitimate provinces of Pakistan it would weaken its case for the entire J&K and lead to legal complications, observes Lieutenant General Syed Ata Hasnain (retd).

'National Treasures': Media reacts to England's World Cup exit

'National Treasures': Media reacts to England's World Cup exit

Rediff.com12 Jul 2018

England hailed as heroes after World Cup heartache

Pen: The village that became Ganesha's abode

Pen: The village that became Ganesha's abode

Rediff.com16 Sep 2010

Uttam Ghosh and Abhishek Mande travel to Pen, the village where Ganpati idols are traditionally made.

PIX: Jennifer Lopez, Vanessa Hudgens turn heads at Tony awards

PIX: Jennifer Lopez, Vanessa Hudgens turn heads at Tony awards

Rediff.com8 Jun 2015

Check out these red carpet sirens.

PHOTOS: Swiss reach last 16, where Sweden await

PHOTOS: Swiss reach last 16, where Sweden await

Rediff.com28 Jun 2018

Switzerland made sure of a place in the last 16 of the World Cup, but had to survive some anxious moments in Wednesday's 2-2 draw with Costa Rica before finishing second behind Brazil in Group E.

Covid has taken sheen off India's most exclusive clubs

Covid has taken sheen off India's most exclusive clubs

Rediff.com28 Oct 2020

Few of these highly sought-after socialising and networking hubs are seeing much activity as regulars are missing in action.

PIX: Cate Blanchett, Natalie Portman add to Cannes gorgeousness

PIX: Cate Blanchett, Natalie Portman add to Cannes gorgeousness

Rediff.com20 May 2015

Celebrity spotting in the French Riviera.

Coronavirus: 'We pray for the return to normalcy with high fives and hugs'

Coronavirus: 'We pray for the return to normalcy with high fives and hugs'

Rediff.com22 Apr 2020

'Virtual is the new Ritual and my mind often wonders: Did it have to take a microscopic inert organism to bring families closer?'

Blood still runs thick in India Inc

Blood still runs thick in India Inc

Rediff.com16 Jul 2008

Corporate India, which has grown globally in stature, is still a far cry from the professional management as family-owned monoliths in the country still prefer insiders and relatives over better qualified outsiders and squabble unproductively, says US magazine Newsweek.

ISB, IIM students place resumes on job portals

ISB, IIM students place resumes on job portals

Rediff.com20 Apr 2009

A student of IIM, Ahmedabad, said: "Usually most students from IIMs get good job offers. They move on to even better ones within six months' time. But in the current meltdown scenario, many students have seen a dearth of good offers and taken up whatever average jobs offered. There is a feeling of insecurity and dissatisfaction, which has prompted most to rely on job portals like naukri.com, iimjobs.com and others and given the hope of procuring better offers."

Day-night Test in Australia new challenge for India: Waugh

Day-night Test in Australia new challenge for India: Waugh

Rediff.com17 Feb 2020

Australian legend Steve Waugh exhorted the modern-day greats to embrace day-night Tests and lauded India for accepting the "challenge" of playing with the pink-ball during their tour Down Under later this year. India played their maiden day-night Test against Bangladesh last November at the Eden Gardens in Kolkata, winning the match quite comfortably with plenty of time to spare.

Pay day rush: Banks resort to rationing of cash

Pay day rush: Banks resort to rationing of cash

Rediff.com1 Dec 2016

Some banks are disbursing only Rs 5,000 per person while those having better cash availability are offering Rs 10,000 or Rs 12,000 per withdrawal

Crowe blasts Sehwag's captaincy

Crowe blasts Sehwag's captaincy

Rediff.com29 Mar 2009

Criticising stand-in skipper Virender Sehwag for his poor leadership, former New Zealand captain Martin Crowe said India's performance in the on-going second Test in Napier is a far cry from their attempt at becoming the world's number one team. Crowe claimed regular captain Mahendra Singh Dhoni, who is out with a back injury, is being sorely missed.

Why Halep is expecting second marathon at Australian Open

Why Halep is expecting second marathon at Australian Open

Rediff.com24 Jan 2018

Simona Halep is prepared for her second marathon of the tournament when she faces former champion Angelique Kerber

Phelps tastes first defeat in a year

Phelps tastes first defeat in a year

Rediff.com17 May 2009

Michael Phelps was jolted by a rare defeat and reminded of the work that lies ahead after he finished second to Aaron Peirsol in the 100 metres backstroke at the Charlotte Grand Prix on Saturday. Phelps, on only his second day of competition since his record eight gold medal haul at the Beijing Olympics, was well beaten to the wall, his time of 53.79 a far cry from Peirsol's 53.32.

When it took 7 days to fly from Britain to India

When it took 7 days to fly from Britain to India

Rediff.com12 May 2009

According to records, the first flight took off for Karachi in colonial India on March 30, 1929. It had to make more than 20 stops, travelling through France, Italy, Greece, Libya, Gaza, Iraq and then on to India.

PIX: High-flying F1 champ Hamilton lives life in the fast lane

PIX: High-flying F1 champ Hamilton lives life in the fast lane

Rediff.com29 Oct 2018

'For him to live the life that he is living and still keep up with such a performance, full credit to him'

Neighbours challenge political Hindutva's Ram agenda

Neighbours challenge political Hindutva's Ram agenda

Rediff.com24 Jul 2020

Indian claims to the Ram story and ownership could be challenged from more places than one, says N Sathiya Moorthy.

Tennis Roundup: Bouchard survives qualifying to grab Wimbledon spot

Tennis Roundup: Bouchard survives qualifying to grab Wimbledon spot

Rediff.com28 Jun 2018

Former Wimbledon runner-up Eugenie Bouchard successfully negotiated the qualifying draw on Thursday, beating Colombian Mariana Duque-Marino 6-3, 6-2 to secure a spot in next week's main draw.

Mumbai arrives in style

Mumbai arrives in style

Rediff.com2 May 2008

In the past few months, shell-shocked air travellers emerging from Mumbai's domestic terminal 1B could have been forgiven for thinking they had somehow landed in Singapore. The revitalised terminal was the first sign that the airport's new regime, led by GV Sanjay Reddy, the managing director of the Mumbai International Airport, was beginning to have an impact.

England favourites to win World Cup: Gavaskar

England favourites to win World Cup: Gavaskar

Rediff.com6 May 2019

'But, of course, in cricket anything can happen. While England start the favourites, there are other teams which are also playing some good cricket'

Rani's sexiest film?

Rani's sexiest film?

Rediff.com10 Oct 2007

Tell us!

Review: College Kumaran

Review: College Kumaran

Rediff.com4 Feb 2008

College Kumaran directed by Thulasidhas sees Mohanlal in the role of a college canteen manager. It is a typical Mohanlal film with college and education system as the backdrop that the hero has to correct, ending up being an average fare.

Why is China pursuing Hybrid War against India

Why is China pursuing Hybrid War against India

Rediff.com8 Oct 2020

The entire gamut of China's activities is aimed at keeping India on tenterhooks, cause fatigue to its troops and keeping its security system unstable, so that it cannot play a meaningful role in international geopolitics as an effective partner of the US and Japan, observes Lieutenant General Syed Ata Hasnain (retd).

'It's time for Karthik to lift IPL'

'It's time for Karthik to lift IPL'

Rediff.com16 Apr 2019

'Now it's about going out there and lift the trophy and achieve his the ultimate goal'

The future of futures markets

The future of futures markets

Rediff.com19 Nov 2007

Thanks to the ban on four commodities, trading volumes are down to a trickle.