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Review: Hum Tum Aur Confusion

Review: Hum Tum Aur Confusion

Rediff.com26 Mar 2010

The premise of Hum Tum Aur Ghost has its heart in the right place. But the script doesn't evolve from one scene to the other. It resembles a car that lurches forward again and again moving a few feet ahead before it comes to a slow and agonizing halt.

Why Railways' transformation plan has gone off-track

Why Railways' transformation plan has gone off-track

Rediff.com1 Aug 2019

There was a plan to increase the Railways' revenue by augmenting carrying capacity. This target has, however, become the source of a bitter battle between two ministries - the railways and steel - and provoked serious arguments over the "Make in India" programme.

Will these Malayalam films rake in the moolah?

Will these Malayalam films rake in the moolah?

Rediff.com28 Jun 2010

Here is a look at the June end films.

Why Dimple in Christopher Nolan's next is a BIG DEAL!

Why Dimple in Christopher Nolan's next is a BIG DEAL!

Rediff.com30 May 2019

Though it's not the first time an Indian actor is working offshore, Dimple's gig in Tenet, has us thrilled.

Thai film wins Palme d'Or at Cannes

Thai film wins Palme d'Or at Cannes

Rediff.com24 May 2010

Check out the other winners too.

Review: Jaganmohini is a half-baked remake

Review: Jaganmohini is a half-baked remake

Rediff.com19 Oct 2009

With its silly storyline and terrible costumes, the Tamil movie is a half-baked remake of the original, with plenty of skin-show and terrible graphics.

Serena dumped out by fired-up Petrova in Madrid

Serena dumped out by fired-up Petrova in Madrid

Rediff.com13 May 2010

World number one Serena Williams was battered into a 4-6, 6-2, 6-3 submission by a fired-up Nadia Petrova in the third round of the Madrid Open on Wednesday.

SC warns Amrapali homebuyers on dues

SC warns Amrapali homebuyers on dues

Rediff.com11 Sep 2019

A bench of Justices Arun Mishra and U U Lalit said, if home buyers are not ready to pay their outstanding amount, then the court will have to bundle up the projects.

Nigeria: Over 300 killed in communal clashes

Nigeria: Over 300 killed in communal clashes

Rediff.com21 Jan 2010

The Nigerian city of Jos almost turned to a ghost town as residents fled to seek refuge in churches, mosques and military barracks on Wednesday, even as Muslim-Christian clashes spread to new regions leaving more than 300 dead in three days of communal-violence.

WC: Unimpressive Argentina have a lot of work to do if they have to go deep

WC: Unimpressive Argentina have a lot of work to do if they have to go deep

Rediff.com27 Jun 2018

Not even a lively performance from Lionel Messi - at least in the first half in St Petersburg - as they edged out Nigeria 2-1 to finish second in Group D will give their large travelling band of supporters in Russia much in the way of confidence.

PHOTOS: The odd, odd world we live in

PHOTOS: The odd, odd world we live in

Rediff.com22 Jun 2016

Ten images that show it's an odd, odd world we live in.

Actor Patrick Swayze dies of cancer

Actor Patrick Swayze dies of cancer

Rediff.com15 Sep 2009

The Dirty Dancing star lost his battle to cancer after struggling for at least 20 months.

Cong faces third defeat in a year in Malegaon

Cong faces third defeat in a year in Malegaon

Rediff.com15 Dec 2009

The ghosts of Malegaon blast are still haunting the Congress at the textile mill town. After a losing streak in the Lok Sabha and state assembly elections, the Congress again lost in the mayor elections for the Malegaon Municipal Corporation held on Tuesday morning.

22,800 fake staff cost Delhi municipality crores!

22,800 fake staff cost Delhi municipality crores!

Rediff.com25 Nov 2009

In a startling disclosure, the Municipal Corporation of Delhi on Wednesday said it has found 22,853 'ghost employees' on its payrolls, an administration lapse that has been costing the civic body a whopping Rs 17 crore (Rs 170 million) every month.

What changed the India-US relationship forever

What changed the India-US relationship forever

Rediff.com3 Mar 2020

In the mid-1980s, India and the US struggled to arrive at sufficient confidence for Washington to even sell a supercomputer to India for monsoon prospecting. Now, the most sensitive military technologies, data, and intelligence resources are being shared. This would not have happened without that one, big deal that changed the fundamentals of India-US relations, notes Shekhar Gupta.

Remembering the beguiling but mercurial Princess

Remembering the beguiling but mercurial Princess

Rediff.com1 Aug 2009

To the end, though, she embodied an elegance and way of life that, like the princes, belongs to another era. Nor would the ninety-year-old romantic have been daunted by her own demise, something she must have become aware of during her last outing in London when, critically ill, she chose to return to Jaipur where she hoped to breathe her last. From here, the ride into the clouds with Jai would seem to her at least a fairytale possibility.

Post-coronavirus, Himachal Pradesh stares at tourism whitewash

Post-coronavirus, Himachal Pradesh stares at tourism whitewash

Rediff.com21 Apr 2020

Its economy dependent on tourist arrivals, the hill state is looking at a summer of discontent. Not that the rest of the year promises to be any different. Ashwani Sharma reports from Shimla.

PCB suspect Akmal's involvement in match-fixing

PCB suspect Akmal's involvement in match-fixing

Rediff.com26 Feb 2010

The ghost of match-fixing has returned again to haunt the Pakistan cricket team, and this time it is wicket-keeper batsman Kamran Akmal who seems to be under its glare.

England's batting goes from good to bad to ugly

England's batting goes from good to bad to ugly

Rediff.com17 Jul 2009

England produced another typically inconsistent batting performance as the ghosts of Cardiff returned to haunt them in the second Ashes Test on Thursday. A score of 364 for six on the first day was disappointing after a rock-solid opening partnership of 196.

'Break Pak army-ISI-jihadi links for peace'

'Break Pak army-ISI-jihadi links for peace'

Rediff.com19 Mar 2009

If peace and stability is to come to South Asia, links between Pakistan's military, Inter-Services Intelligence and the violent extremist jihadi groups the ISI created, must be severed, said Steve Coll, president and CEO of The New America Foundation and Pulitzer Prize-winning author of Ghost Wars.

17 times Paris Fashion Week made us go WOW!

17 times Paris Fashion Week made us go WOW!

Rediff.com7 Jul 2017

Presenting the most dramatic looks from the Paris Haute Couture Fashion Week 2017.

'I would marry a tree in real life too'

'I would marry a tree in real life too'

Rediff.com23 Mar 2017

Suraj Sharma reveals how delivering a Subway sandwich landed him Life in Pi and other fun stories.

CBI may probe Delhi municipal scam

CBI may probe Delhi municipal scam

Rediff.com26 Nov 2009

According to a report, while the total employees are 1,27,094, only 1,04,241 have been accounted for.

How to have an EXCITING travel adventure!

How to have an EXCITING travel adventure!

Rediff.com13 Dec 2019

The new-age traveler is no longer into ticking a checklist of must-see spots on his holiday. He is ready to pay a premium to experience culture, crafts and culinary delights of the local populace

The curious case of Maya Kodnani

The curious case of Maya Kodnani

Rediff.com30 Mar 2009

Political observers feel that Kodnani's arrest will help the Bharatiya Janata Party project a more 'secular and fair' image.

Infosys delivers in-line numbers but why isn't Dalal Street enthused?

Infosys delivers in-line numbers but why isn't Dalal Street enthused?

Rediff.com14 Jul 2018

Panaya drags Q1 profits though revenue improves on the back of large deal wins, good traction in North America.

Subhash Bhowmick resigns as East Bengal coach

Subhash Bhowmick resigns as East Bengal coach

Rediff.com26 Oct 2009

East Bengal coach Subhash Bhowmick on Monday resigned owing up the moral responsibilty for his side's 3-5 loss to arch-rival Mohun Bagan in a round four I-League match.

Hope my old bow brings luck, says Deepika

Hope my old bow brings luck, says Deepika

Rediff.com17 Sep 2014

Deepika Kumari seeks to bury London ghosts with Asian Games medal.

Kejriwal defends 'Modi is psychopath' comment, says has 'no regrets'

Kejriwal defends 'Modi is psychopath' comment, says has 'no regrets'

Rediff.com30 Dec 2015

Kejriwal said, "I don't regret anything. I accept I use bad language."

9 times when Aishwarya rolled her eyes at us!

9 times when Aishwarya rolled her eyes at us!

Rediff.com15 Sep 2015

Aishwarya Rai Bachchan loves to make eyes at the camera, obviously.

When Bollywood LIT UP the screen!

When Bollywood LIT UP the screen!

Rediff.com2 Dec 2019

Sukanya Verma celebrates chandeliers on celluloid and their most memorable moments in Hindi films.

'I will miss you, Patrick Swayze'

'I will miss you, Patrick Swayze'

Rediff.com15 Sep 2009

Tributes pour in for Patrick Swayze from his former co-stars and colleagues.

Panasonic EX600 review: A TV just made for streaming & old movies

Panasonic EX600 review: A TV just made for streaming & old movies

Rediff.com1 Sep 2017

The Panasonic 49-inch EX600 and SC-UA7 bundle is a good thing to own if you're a film buff and don't want to compromise on sound, says Abhik Sen.

The Tiger

The Tiger

Rediff.com23 Jan 2009

2009 is all about purpose and conviction for the determined tiger.

LTTE concedes Kilinochchi defeat

LTTE concedes Kilinochchi defeat

Rediff.com2 Jan 2009

The Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam today virtually conceded that its de-facto capital Kilinochchi has fallen to the Sri Lankan Army, saying that the security forces have entered a "virtual ghost town" as the whole infrastructure of Tamil Tigers have shifted to the northeast.

Rajasthan's batting woes continue

Rajasthan's batting woes continue

Rediff.com27 Apr 2009

Rajasthan Royals did well to restrict Kings XI Punjab to 139 for six, but a flop show by their batsmen saw go down by 27 runs and suffer their second defeat in the Indian Premier League on Sunday.

Mayweather's new love and Pacquiao's king size entourage

Mayweather's new love and Pacquiao's king size entourage

Rediff.com30 Apr 2015

Love is in the air for US boxing champion Floyd Mayweather, who will soon going to have one-on-one with Manny Pacquiao.

Third Front the 'biggest mirage' : Congress

Third Front the 'biggest mirage' : Congress

Rediff.com12 Mar 2009

Terming the Third Front as the "biggest mirage" of Indian politics, the Congress on Thursday said whenever the grouping has resurrected, it has only helped the communal forces.

#NYCStrong: Halloween parade marches on after attack

#NYCStrong: Halloween parade marches on after attack

Rediff.com1 Nov 2017

Thousands of merry-makers, many dressed in elaborate Halloween costumes, paraded through lower Manhattan on Tuesday, undeterred by the attack that unfolded just hours earlier when a driver mowed down dozens of people on a bike path a few blocks away.

EPL PIX: Liverpool move closer to title; United in top-four hunt

EPL PIX: Liverpool move closer to title; United in top-four hunt

Rediff.com25 Jun 2020

Images from the English Premier League matches played on Wednesday.