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How the Rane-Uddhav War Began

How the Rane-Uddhav War Began

Rediff.com16 Jul 2021

'There is no future for the Shiv Sena under Uddhavji's leadership.'

LOTR heirs demand share of profits

LOTR heirs demand share of profits

Rediff.com12 Feb 2008

The heirs of J R R Tolkien sue New Line Cinema over $ 6bn.

Indian tutors to teach UK students online

Indian tutors to teach UK students online

Rediff.com28 Mar 2007

A Bangalore-based online tuition firm had tied up with publisher HarperCollins to provide off-shored tuition facilities to British students.

Poll: Who's the HOTTEST cover girl? Vote Now!

Poll: Who's the HOTTEST cover girl? Vote Now!

Rediff.com10 May 2016

Here's a round-up of the glossies for May -- take our poll and let us know who you think makes for the most fashionable, sexy cover this month!

SA's Robin Peterson bids adieu to cricket

SA's Robin Peterson bids adieu to cricket

Rediff.com9 Nov 2016

Former South African all-rounder Robin Peterson has announced his retirement from all forms of cricket with immediate effect, saying that he is looking forward to pursuing other interests and spending time with his family. Announcing his retirement, Peterson said it has been an incredible journey with so many of people encouraging and supporting him along the way. "First and foremost I'd like to thank all my team-mates for all the special memories they've helped create along the way, as well as all the coaches that have played a role in my development and as mentors throughout my career," the left-arm spinner was quoted, as saying by ESPNcricinfo.

Indo-Canadian economic ties to get a boost

Indo-Canadian economic ties to get a boost

Rediff.com11 Aug 2006

Indo-Canadian relations are set to take off with the government of Prime Minister Stephen Harper laying out a detailed roadmap for bilateral cooperation. Business leaders in Toronto are pitching for strong expansion of trade ties.

The book that inspired me

The book that inspired me

Rediff.com5 Dec 2005

Wet outfield delays final day's play

Wet outfield delays final day's play

Rediff.com22 May 2007

The umpires inspect the ground at 1300 IST before deciding on resumption of play in the first Test between India and Bangladesh.

OJ Simpson book cancelled

OJ Simpson book cancelled

Rediff.com21 Nov 2006

Simpson, a former football star, was acquitted of the murder charges after a high profile jury trial.

<i>Namesake</i> the movie also pushes book sales

Namesake the movie also pushes book sales

Rediff.com27 Mar 2007

With Mira Nair's Namesake released across India on Friday, retailers are stocking up on Jhumpa Lahiri's Pultizer prize-winning novel of the same name

'Write with honesty and for yourself first'

'Write with honesty and for yourself first'

Rediff.com27 Aug 2007

Advaita Kala shares some tips on how to get published.

Vote for the hottest covergirl!

Vote for the hottest covergirl!

Rediff.com16 Nov 2015

Meet November's hottest cover girls. Which of them takes the top spot? Vote and tell us!

Kanishka memorial unveiled in Toronto

Kanishka memorial unveiled in Toronto

Rediff.com23 Jun 2007

Opening the memorial -- featuring a sundial, gardens and a granite wall, Prime Minister Stephen Harper said his government is serious about the threat of terrorism, as evidenced by its decision to launch a probe into the tragedy.

In Pics: Princess Diana's iconic dresses

In Pics: Princess Diana's iconic dresses

Rediff.com1 Mar 2017

A dress exhibition that celebrates the fashion and style of the Princess of Wales.

'Real power comes not from the barrel of a gun'

'Real power comes not from the barrel of a gun'

Rediff.com23 Jan 2021

'...but from those who control the narrative.' Powerful nations have mastered this art of narrative building. Those nations who aspire to become global powers must do so, observes Shanthie Mariet D'Souza.

Pakistan v West Indies ODI abandoned

Pakistan v West Indies ODI abandoned

Rediff.com5 Dec 2006

Umpires Daryl Harper and Aleem Dar called off the match after an early morning inspection of the ground and pitch, which was badly affected by the torrential rain.

India's Sukhoi fighters leave RAF in awe

India's Sukhoi fighters leave RAF in awe

Rediff.com13 Oct 2006

"It is a super fighter and a mean machine," was how one RAF pilot labelled IAF's frontline Sukhoi-30MKI combat jet.

How Bollywood's Best Costumes Were Made

How Bollywood's Best Costumes Were Made

Rediff.com16 Oct 2020

We pay homage to Bhanu Athaiya by celebrating her best creations.

Birthday boys: Bush and Raghubir

Birthday boys: Bush and Raghubir

Rediff.com7 Jul 2006

Image of Bush sharing his birthday with Indian journalist.

Canadian PM Justin Trudeau to visit India from February 17-23

Canadian PM Justin Trudeau to visit India from February 17-23

Rediff.com22 Jan 2018

During the visit, the prime ministers will reaffirm the close friendship between the two countries, and discuss ways to further deepen bilateral cooperation.

Alibaba to buy South China Morning Post

Alibaba to buy South China Morning Post

Rediff.com11 Dec 2015

The South China Morning Post has iconic status in the region.

Cover girls turn up the October heat! Vote for your favourite!

Cover girls turn up the October heat! Vote for your favourite!

Rediff.com20 Oct 2014

It is almost the end of the year and these beauties are setting the mercury soaring. So, without much ado, here are the most gorgeous cover girls for October. Don't forget to vote for your favourite!

New Zealand elect to bat

New Zealand elect to bat

Rediff.com31 Aug 2005

Australian umpire Daryl Harper will stand in the 100th ODI of his career.

How the Tablighi Jamaat was born

How the Tablighi Jamaat was born

Rediff.com24 Sep 2020

The Tablighi Jamaat avoided confrontation, stayed clear of conversion of non-Muslims, abjured politics and focused only on religious attainment. >A fascinating excerpt from Ziya Us Salam's Inside The Tablighi Jamaat.

Hot new book releases

Hot new book releases

Rediff.com2 Jun 2005

Three books for your reading pleasure.

Chennai Test to begin on Day 4

Chennai Test to begin on Day 4

Rediff.com5 Dec 2005

The match will start at 1500 IST.

Madugalle appointed match referee for Ind-Pak tour

Madugalle appointed match referee for Ind-Pak tour

Rediff.com10 Nov 2005

While Chris Broad will be the match referee for the five-match ODI series.

Really cute pictures of celeb dads!

Really cute pictures of celeb dads!

Rediff.com19 Jun 2015

It is Father's Day this Sunday, and so it's as apt a time as any other to look back at some of the cutest pictures of celebrity dads with their little ones.

Vote for your favourite January cover girl!

Vote for your favourite January cover girl!

Rediff.com15 Jan 2015

The first magazine issues of the year are out on stands and we want to know who your favourite is!

Canada to formally apologise for 1914 Komagata Maru tragedy

Canada to formally apologise for 1914 Komagata Maru tragedy

Rediff.com12 Apr 2016

The Japanese steamship Komagata Maru, carrying 376 immigrants, mostly Sikhs, from India was denied entry by the Canadian government in May 1914 and was forced to return to India.

Overnight rain prevents play on day 3

Overnight rain prevents play on day 3

Rediff.com4 Dec 2005

With a soggy outfield and the prospect of more rain during the day, the umpires no hesitation in calling off play on day 3 of the first Test between India and Sri Lanka.

Chennai Test: Second day's play abandoned

Chennai Test: Second day's play abandoned

Rediff.com3 Dec 2005

The umpires called off play at 1 pm IST after inspecting the ground, rendered wet due to overnight rains and a brief drizzle in the afternoon.

5 tips to ace the weight loss game

5 tips to ace the weight loss game

Rediff.com6 Nov 2019

Presenting 5 simple tips on how you can take charge of your health and stop agonising about your weight.

Jeff Crowe match referee for India-SA ODIs

Jeff Crowe match referee for India-SA ODIs

Rediff.com9 Sep 2005

Daryl Harper and an Indian umpire will officiate on-field during the five-match series, from November 16-28.

Is Priyanka fashionable? VOTE!

Is Priyanka fashionable? VOTE!

Rediff.com31 Jan 2017

This desi girl is killin' it with her fashion!

Ganguly reported for dissent

Ganguly reported for dissent

Rediff.com1 Dec 2004

India's captain was reported for making gestures at umpire Daryl Harper, who turned down an appeal for bat-pad catch against Jacques Kallis in South Africa's second innings.