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Confident Australia move on to Perth with urn on their minds

Confident Australia move on to Perth with urn on their minds

Rediff.com8 Dec 2017

'We have to be confident, we have to continue what we're doing, doing the basics really well, getting big first innings runs is crucial as we've seen, and just backing up day in and day out.'

Partition: Lest We Forget

Partition: Lest We Forget

Rediff.com14 Feb 2018

For Aanchal Malhotra, the stories of Partition were stories that needed to be told; they needed to be chronicled.

Unprecedented security for Obama visit

Unprecedented security for Obama visit

Rediff.com24 Jan 2015

An unprecedented security arrangement, comprising Delhi Police and paramilitary forces, has been put in place in the national capital ahead of the arrival of the US President Barack Obama, who is on a three-day visit beginning on Sunday.

Sensational Spieth caps season with $11.48 million double win

Sensational Spieth caps season with $11.48 million double win

Rediff.com28 Sep 2015

Jordan Spieth capped a brilliant season in sensational style as he scored a four-stroke victory at the Tour Championship on Sunday that also won him the FedExCup playoffs title for an $11.48 million pay day.

Cricket Buzz: Sangakkara is first non-British MCC president

Cricket Buzz: Sangakkara is first non-British MCC president

Rediff.com1 Oct 2019

His nomination was announced by the outgoing President, Anthony Wreford, at the MCC Annual General Meeting at Lord's in May this year.

And Indrani Mukerjea sat there, alone...

And Indrani Mukerjea sat there, alone...

Rediff.com8 May 2017

'How much fashion she used to do.' 'Now all gone in the water!' 'All good things have to come to an end.' 'And all bad things have come to an end.'

Remembering Kargil: 'Bombs on Target!'

Remembering Kargil: 'Bombs on Target!'

Rediff.com21 Jul 2020

One can only imagine how it is at the receiving end of the bomb. The sound is deafening, splinters and rocks fly like missiles and the blast sucks in the air around asphyxiating everyone. The shock waves can be felt for miles around.

Ladakh: I can't even get mad here!

Ladakh: I can't even get mad here!

Rediff.com12 Apr 2018

An adventure in the mountains.

Tomic 'too busy' to represent Australia in Rio

Tomic 'too busy' to represent Australia in Rio

Rediff.com13 May 2016

Bernard Tomic ruled himself out of representing Australia at the Rio Olympics in August due to his 'extremely busy' playing schedule.

Another former SC judge faces sexual harassment charges

Another former SC judge faces sexual harassment charges

Rediff.com11 Jan 2014

Former Supreme Court judge Swatanter Kumar, who is facing charges of sexually harassing an intern, made no comments on Saturday despite repeated attempts by the media to get his reaction.

Sheena Bora Case: Is that Sheena's skull?

Sheena Bora Case: Is that Sheena's skull?

Rediff.com11 Nov 2019

As Indrani, Sanjeev Khanna and Peter pass cupboard no 6 -- where the skull is stored -- what thoughts pass through their mind?

'Do you think we are fighting for the wrong reason?'

'Do you think we are fighting for the wrong reason?'

Rediff.com5 Nov 2018

Kashmir was indeed in need of a messiah that summer; 70 per cent of its population aged below 31 were up in arms against the Indian State. Every nook and corner of the land brought forth stories of youngsters with crushed bodies and an unfaltering spirit.

Retired post office clerk builds his own 'Taj Mahal'

Retired post office clerk builds his own 'Taj Mahal'

Rediff.com31 Aug 2015

Unlike the Mughal emperor's monument that is a popular tourist destination, Faizul Hasan Qadri wants his Taj to remain just a shrine of his love for his wife.

'Sky Is Pink required big stars'

'Sky Is Pink required big stars'

Rediff.com10 Oct 2019

'There is never a safe choice in the movie business.' 'Everything is chance.'

Ryder Cup: McGinley hails great show as Europe surge 10-6 clear

Ryder Cup: McGinley hails great show as Europe surge 10-6 clear

Rediff.com28 Sep 2014

Captain Fantastic Paul McGinley hailed "a great team performance" after Europe crushed the US in the Ryder Cup foursomes for the second day running to gallop into a commanding 10-6 lead on Saturday.

Discover India's poshest homes

Discover India's poshest homes

Rediff.com6 Aug 2018

These exist in a unique world of by-invitation-only properties -- those that are never advertised and which money alone cannot buy. One cannot simply walk in for a tour of these apartments. A buyer must first meet the developer's targeted social criteria to get invited for a walkthrough of the property.

Why the time is right to play Shubman Gill in Tests

Why the time is right to play Shubman Gill in Tests

Rediff.com30 Sep 2019

Former India wicketkeeper Ajay Ratra, who was Punjab's coach when Shubman Gill made his Ranji Trophy debut in 2017, believes the time is right to blood the youngster into the India's Test team

Lakhs of devotees attend Rath Yatra of Lord Jagannath at Puri

Lakhs of devotees attend Rath Yatra of Lord Jagannath at Puri

Rediff.com14 Jul 2018

Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Odisha Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik, Union Petroleum Minister Dharmendra Pradhan and other dignitaries greeted the people on Lord Jagannath's annual car festival.

What use is a holiday without 100s of selfies?

What use is a holiday without 100s of selfies?

Rediff.com14 Jul 2017

'My wife and her camera phone are never separated,' notes Kishore Singh.

How I became a naturopathy believer

How I became a naturopathy believer

Rediff.com26 Oct 2015

A food consultant tries to channel her healthier side, and here's what she discovers.

Bridge Of Spies, Carol dominate BAFTA 2016 nominations

Bridge Of Spies, Carol dominate BAFTA 2016 nominations

Rediff.com8 Jan 2016

It seems to be a Tom Hanks and Cate Blanchett show all the way!

Irish amateur Dunne proves a St Andrews sensation

Irish amateur Dunne proves a St Andrews sensation

Rediff.com20 Jul 2015

Irish amateur Paul Dunne is in contention to become the first amateur to win the British Open for 85 years after a sensational third-round display sent him rocketing into a tie for the lead on Sunday.

Punjab on a plate: Recipes from the Golden City

Punjab on a plate: Recipes from the Golden City

Rediff.com9 Nov 2014

In the second part of a series, we bring you recipes from chef Vikas Khanna's latest book.

Universities should be bastions of free speech, debate: Prez

Universities should be bastions of free speech, debate: Prez

Rediff.com28 Aug 2016

He said that over the years, India has conveyed the message of friendship, cooperation, debate and discussions through the institutions of higher learning.

If rebel league takes off, there won't be Test cricket, says Warner

If rebel league takes off, there won't be Test cricket, says Warner

Rediff.com20 Jun 2015

Australian batsman David Warner expressed apprehension about Test cricket's survival should the proposed 'rebel' league to be bankrolled by Indian business tycoon Subhash Chandra takes flight but added that the vast sums of money on offer could not be easily rejected by players.

'I want to break every slot, every typecast'

'I want to break every slot, every typecast'

Rediff.com13 Mar 2020

'After Gully Boy, many interesting projects started coming my way.' 'But things really changed with the Filmfare. Now, people notice me.' 'It's a good space, where you don't have to tell people who you are.'

Review: This Biriyani is well-made

Review: This Biriyani is well-made

Rediff.com20 Dec 2013

Tamil film Biriyani is a fun-filled thriller.

How to Curl Your Straight Hair in 3 Simple Steps

How to Curl Your Straight Hair in 3 Simple Steps

Rediff.com20 Nov 2014

Looking at your sister's curly hair, are you always like 'How I wish I could naturally curl my straight hair and make them last for a longer time? The first and foremost tip is to cut down on junk food and consume green leafy vegetables as they contain essential vitamins for healthy hair. If yes, then here are 3 simple tips to curl your straight hair -

Khadi charkha goes solar

Khadi charkha goes solar

Rediff.com26 Oct 2015

Charkhas spun by hand have a limit on production.

Amidst a swamp, Art of Living sets up India's biggest public event

Amidst a swamp, Art of Living sets up India's biggest public event

Rediff.com9 Mar 2016

Despite the presence of mosquitoes and reeking fields, workers continue to give shape to Sri Sri Ravi Shankar's event where 3.5 million people are expected to convene.

How Indian students travelled during COVID-19

How Indian students travelled during COVID-19

Rediff.com20 Mar 2020

Indian students, who are living and studying away from home, tell us how they are dealing with the COVID-19 crisis and what they discovered on their journey back home.

Women, THIS is how you negotiate your salary

Women, THIS is how you negotiate your salary

Rediff.com17 Oct 2018

Make it clear that the pay package is not something you will settle for, because you're worth more and they need you more than you need them.

The contrasting colours of Jaipur

The contrasting colours of Jaipur

Rediff.com5 Feb 2015

The city is becoming more democratic as the past embraces the future says Rahul Jacob.

Sheena Bora Trial: The Day The Skull Was Unveiled

Sheena Bora Trial: The Day The Skull Was Unveiled

Rediff.com1 Sep 2019

Vaihayasi Pande Daniel reports on the Sheena Bora Trial.

8 traditional Goan recipes

8 traditional Goan recipes

Rediff.com26 Feb 2016

Bring out your earthenware and clay pots, don your apron and get cooking!

Indrani, Peter, Sanjeev: A morning at the Sheena Bora trial

Indrani, Peter, Sanjeev: A morning at the Sheena Bora trial

Rediff.com8 May 2017

'A man, probably a lawyer, in black trousers and a white shirt, next to me, was talking to a woman in white.' 'My stock-taking stopped frozen in its tracks.' 'I was sitting almost right next to Indrani Mukerjea.'

Recipe: Mawa Madeleines, Mango and Old Monk Trifle

Recipe: Mawa Madeleines, Mango and Old Monk Trifle

Rediff.com6 Feb 2020

These three recipes by Pamela Timms will make for the perfect weekend treat.

Rs 5 crore NOT fine, but environmental compensation: NGT

Rs 5 crore NOT fine, but environmental compensation: NGT

Rediff.com11 Mar 2016

However, the NGT expressed its displeasure over the spiritual guru's statement that he 'will go to prison but not pay the fine' and said such a statement was not expected from a person with such high stature.

Sports Shorts: Sindhu, Saina in Asia badminton quarter-finals

Sports Shorts: Sindhu, Saina in Asia badminton quarter-finals

Rediff.com25 Apr 2019

Summary of sports events and persons who made news on Thursday.

When smugglers wanted to buy a helicopter

When smugglers wanted to buy a helicopter

Rediff.com28 Jan 2020

Iqbal wanted to land the smuggled goods by helicopter on the Andaman Islands. DK asked, 'Iqbal, a helicopter will bring the consignment to the island, drop it there and then return. Won't radars detect it?' 'No.' 'How?' 'Radars can't detect aircraft that fly at a low altitude. Our helicopter, after entering India's air space, will dive and fly at four feet above the sea level.' 'For that, I have a German pilot in mind. He was an ace aviator in the last world war.' An enthralling excerpt from Aabid Surti's Sufi: The Invisible Man Of The Underground.