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Aditya Chopra's Finest Songs

Aditya Chopra's Finest Songs

Rediff.com27 May 2025

Aditya Chopra has a keen ear for music. So much so that his close friends often urge him to do the music of his own films.

Tendulkar, Kohli bid farewell to He-Man of Bollywood

Tendulkar, Kohli bid farewell to He-Man of Bollywood

Rediff.com24 Nov 2025

The cricketing fraternity on Monday paid glowing tributes to veteran actor Dharmendra, who passed away in Mumbai at the age of 89.

Tragic: Former Ranji player dies in road accident

Tragic: Former Ranji player dies in road accident

Rediff.com1 Nov 2025

Former Tripura Ranji Trophy player dies in road accident

Like Prithviraj's Kumbha Look? VOTE!

Like Prithviraj's Kumbha Look? VOTE!

Rediff.com8 Nov 2025

Prithviraj Sukumaran gives us the first sneak peek of his much-anticipated film, Globe Trotter, starring Mahesh Babu and Priyanka Chopra.

43-YO Anderson Signs New Lancashire Contract!

43-YO Anderson Signs New Lancashire Contract!

Rediff.com13 Nov 2025

England's all-time highest Test wicket taker James Anderson signed a new one-year contract with Lancashire on Thursday, extending his remarkable 25-year career with the county side into the 2026 season at the age of 43.

'Nudity Did Get Excessive In Satyam Shivam Sundaram'

'Nudity Did Get Excessive In Satyam Shivam Sundaram'

Rediff.com19 Nov 2025

'Now when I'm a mother and have two sons, I do look back and say, "Oh my God! What was I thinking?"'

Method vs Madness: Batting Styles Could Decide Ashes

Method vs Madness: Batting Styles Could Decide Ashes

Rediff.com18 Nov 2025

The contest between England's dialled-down "Bazball" approach and Australia's more methodical batting could determine who prevails in the Ashes series beginning in Perth on Friday.

Records Smashed! Inside India's Finest Away Test Win

Records Smashed! Inside India's Finest Away Test Win

Rediff.com7 Jul 2025

Take a look at the numbers and narratives that made Edgbaston Test one for the ages.

When Sehwag's mic-drop reply left Ganguly speechless

When Sehwag's mic-drop reply left Ganguly speechless

Rediff.com30 Oct 2025

Sehwag, a member of India's 2011 ICC Cricket World Cup team, is one of the finest opening batters of all time, having made 17,253 runs in 374 matches and 443 innings at an average of 40.31, with 38 centuries and 72 fifties.

10 Brilliant Dharmendra Movies

10 Brilliant Dharmendra Movies

Rediff.com24 Nov 2025

Dharmendra remained one of the most loved stars of all time, even when his movies tapered off, and age caught up with him.

8 Of India's Oldest Companies

8 Of India's Oldest Companies

Rediff.com11 Nov 2025

Which were India's first companies that still exist today? Many trace their origins to over a century back. These venerable organisations are business entities. But they chronicle the beginnings of Corporate India.

'A Lot Of Heroines Said No To Asrani'

'A Lot Of Heroines Said No To Asrani'

Rediff.com21 Oct 2025

'It is wrong to say he turned director to create starring opportunities for himself. He was happy with what he had.'

Shami's India comeback hopes fade amid fitness worries

Shami's India comeback hopes fade amid fitness worries

Rediff.com10 Nov 2025

Shami has not exactly been pleased with the national selectors and has gone on record to say that they have not communicated with him. However, sources in the BCCI say that it may not be the correct picture.

Steve Smith's big advice for rising star Sam Konstas

Steve Smith's big advice for rising star Sam Konstas

Rediff.com21 Oct 2025

Despite flashes of talent, Sam Konstas' domestic form -- marked by erratic shot choices and a lack of consistent runs -- has intensified debate over Australia's opening options for the Ashes.

'Dhanush Was Very Patient With Me'

'Dhanush Was Very Patient With Me'

Rediff.com6 Oct 2025

'I'm forever grateful to the universe to get me stuff that leads me to the journey that I'm leading today.'

President Confers Honours On Bodyguard

President Confers Honours On Bodyguard

Rediff.com1 Oct 2025

On September 30, 2025, President Droupadi Murmu presented the diamond jubilee Silver Trumpet and Trumpet Banner to the President's Bodyguard at a ceremony at Rashtrapati Bhavan in recognition of 75 years of glorious service.

New Dawn Beckons for Indian Women's Cricket: Tendulkar

New Dawn Beckons for Indian Women's Cricket: Tendulkar

Rediff.com29 Oct 2025

The little girl with a plastic bat in a small town must feel that the world is open to her, just as I felt after watching a triumphant Team India in 1983, says Sachin Tendulkar.

Ashwin set for India comeback at Hong Kong Sixes

Ashwin set for India comeback at Hong Kong Sixes

Rediff.com18 Sep 2025

'I am also thrilled to compete against some quality players in the opposition teams, it will be a good challenge for us.'

S L Bhyrappa: The Journey Of A Unique Storyteller

S L Bhyrappa: The Journey Of A Unique Storyteller

Rediff.com1 Oct 2025

S L Bhyrappa, who passed into the ages last week, remains an enigma, with his clear and unwavering voice resonating through his writings. Standing apart from the literary trends over the course of the last fifty years, he succeeded in establishing his own style, sensibility and creative tradition, points out Shridhar C R.

Usain Bolt Sprints Through Delhi's Spice Market

Usain Bolt Sprints Through Delhi's Spice Market

Rediff.com30 Sep 2025

Usain Bolt turned the centuries-old rooftop, once a stage for spice trading, kite flying, and festivals, into a relay of champions.

Advertising doyen Piyush Pandey passes away at 70

Advertising doyen Piyush Pandey passes away at 70

Rediff.com24 Oct 2025

Advertising legend Piyush Pandey has passed away. He was 70. The news of Piyush Pandey's demise was shared by columnist Suhel Seth on X on Friday morning.

Women's WC: How India, SA made it to summit clash

Women's WC: How India, SA made it to summit clash

Rediff.com1 Nov 2025

The Harmanpreet Kaur-led India will be playing an ODI World Cup final for the third time, having finished runners-up in 2005 and 2017 to Australia and England, respectively. This will be South Africa's maiden appearance in the final.

Eng pacer Woakes bids farewell to international cricket

Eng pacer Woakes bids farewell to international cricket

Rediff.com29 Sep 2025

Woakes leaves international cricket with a trophy cabinet many dream of, but his legacy goes beyond numbers.

'Once I Get A Wicket, I Want To Show The World My Joy'

'Once I Get A Wicket, I Want To Show The World My Joy'

Rediff.com29 Oct 2025

'This game has given me so much, so I keep reminding myself that I need to show the world what the game has given to me, and I have to give it back to the game.'

'Rohit will be 41...' Uthappa backs change of guard

'Rohit will be 41...' Uthappa backs change of guard

Rediff.com6 Oct 2025

Robin Uthappa on Shubman Gill's ODI captaincy, says 'Rohit will be 41 by 2027 World Cup'

Record Alert! Mandhana Joins Elite ODI Run-Scorers' List

Record Alert! Mandhana Joins Elite ODI Run-Scorers' List

Rediff.com14 Sep 2025

Smriti Mandhana becomes 7th-highest run-getter in women's ODIs

Sports minister launches mascot and logo of Asian Aquatics

Sports minister launches mascot and logo of Asian Aquatics

Rediff.com5 Sep 2025

Mandaviya was accompanied by officials from the Swimming Federation of India (SFI).

Sonali Ghosh's Historic Wildlife Journey

Sonali Ghosh's Historic Wildlife Journey

Rediff.com31 Oct 2025

Dr Sonali Ghosh, the first woman to head the Kaziranga National Park and the first Indian to win the IUCN's Kenton Miller Award, has turned her childhood love for nature into an inspiring career in wildlife protection and leadership.

'Dickie Bird was sympathetic to players' frustrations'

'Dickie Bird was sympathetic to players' frustrations'

Rediff.com23 Sep 2025

The legendary Sunil Gavaskar on Tuesday condoled the death of renowned umpire Harold 'Dickie' Bird, saying the Englishman was a "unique character", who understood the "tensions and pressures" of the players.

High stakes on his birthday! Can SKY deliver vs Pakistan?

High stakes on his birthday! Can SKY deliver vs Pakistan?

Rediff.com14 Sep 2025

Surya walks into a scenario where, in cricket-crazy India, losses to most teams are tolerated, but a defeat to Pakistan is rarely forgiven.

Crisis man, Head Coach Gambhir turns 44!

Crisis man, Head Coach Gambhir turns 44!

Rediff.com14 Oct 2025

In 242 international appearances, Gambhir scored 10,324 runs at an average of 38.95, with 20 centuries and 63 fifties in 283 innings. He is amongst 14 Indians to have 10,000 international runs.

Sachin backs Harmanpreet's India to ignite new dreams

Sachin backs Harmanpreet's India to ignite new dreams

Rediff.com29 Sep 2025

'Now, the sport has the opportunity to transcend barriers -- of gender, of perception, of accessibility.'

Why Modi Needs Mission-Mode Bureaucrats

Why Modi Needs Mission-Mode Bureaucrats

Rediff.com15 Oct 2025

Learning from East Asia, India must reform its district administration with performance, accountability, and vision to achieve the goal of Viksit Bharat, points out Deepak Mishra.

Singer Zubeen Garg Dies In Scuba Accident

Singer Zubeen Garg Dies In Scuba Accident

Rediff.com19 Sep 2025

'He was immediately given CPR before being rushed to Singapore General Hospital. Despite efforts to save him, he was declared deceased in the ICU around 2:30 PM IST.'

'If you're selecting Rohit, select him as captain'

'If you're selecting Rohit, select him as captain'

Rediff.com4 Oct 2025

It's a bit of a shock to see Rohit not going to Australia as captain: Harbhajan

Rohit Sharma Deserved To Be Treated Better!

Rohit Sharma Deserved To Be Treated Better!

Rediff.com6 Oct 2025

'Should a player with such deep understanding of the ODI format be removed from captaincy when neither age nor performance has dimmed his brilliance?', asks veteran cricket correspondent K R Nayar.

'Gabroo, Chooza, Sometimes Nalayak'

'Gabroo, Chooza, Sometimes Nalayak'

Rediff.com20 Oct 2025

'On the set, he was this big personality, the great Om Puri. But at home, he was like a fluffy teddy bear.'

Rohit Sharma, Simply The Best In ODIs!

Rohit Sharma, Simply The Best In ODIs!

Rediff.com7 Oct 2025

Rajaneesh Gupta lists the amazing numbers that make Rohit Sharma one of the finest ODI batters of his time.

Superfans And Cricketers' Secret Passions

Superfans And Cricketers' Secret Passions

Rediff.com28 Sep 2025

Every summer, Sudhir Gautam makes a pilgrimage to Sachin Tendulkar's Mumbai home, carrying a box of Muzaffarpur litchis from his home town in Bihar, a gesture sweeter than the fruit itself.

Can India women break 47-year World Cup drought?

Can India women break 47-year World Cup drought?

Rediff.com29 Sep 2025

The Indian women's cricket team will look to end a 47-year wait for its maiden ICC title when it takes the field at the ODI World Cup starting with a clash against Sri Lanka.