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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!

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.

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.

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.

The book that inspired me

The book that inspired me

Rediff.com5 Dec 2005

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.

The Post Office

The Post Office

Rediff.com26 Oct 2020

'Allah is there above and, with him as witness, I am giving you this money. If my Mariam's letter arrives, you must deliver it.' The clerk stood still in astonishment. 'Where must it be delivered?' 'Upon my grave!'

<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.

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.

Must Read! Dhumketu's superb story, The Post Office

Must Read! Dhumketu's superb story, The Post Office

Rediff.com18 Oct 2020

'Is this man crazy?' the postmaster asked. 'Yes, who? Ali, na? Yes, saheb. Five years have passed and, no matter the weather, he comes to collect a letter. It's very rare for him to receive a letter,' the clerk replied.

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.

'Rajiv Gandhi's legacy is quite inspirational'

'Rajiv Gandhi's legacy is quite inspirational'

Rediff.com21 May 2021

'Some of his decisions were not so good, but his intentions were always guided by a deep national interest.'

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.

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.

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.

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!

Birthday boys: Bush and Raghubir

Birthday boys: Bush and Raghubir

Rediff.com7 Jul 2006

Image of Bush sharing his birthday with Indian journalist.

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!

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.

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.

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.

Is Priyanka fashionable? VOTE!

Is Priyanka fashionable? VOTE!

Rediff.com31 Jan 2017

This desi girl is killin' it with her fashion!

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.

When a terrorist and a hitman meet in jail

When a terrorist and a hitman meet in jail

Rediff.com1 Oct 2020

As soon as he entered his barrack, Rahul noticed a group of seven inmates seated on their mattresses under the television set. They must be the terrorists, Rahul thought to himself. He knew that such accused are usually housed in murder barracks, far from jingoistic gangsters, who tend to abuse and attack them. A fascinating excerpt from Gangster On The Run: The True Story Of A Reformed Criminal.

'Every game of cricket is challenging, every series is challenging'

'Every game of cricket is challenging, every series is challenging'

Rediff.com4 Dec 2019

'When cricketers, coaches, captains, managers, franchise owners focus on the prize, they forget the process.' 'You can't win every game. Getting better is all about making mistakes.'

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.

Tarot predictions: What's in store for you in 2019?

Tarot predictions: What's in store for you in 2019?

Rediff.com28 Dec 2018

Author and tarot fortune teller Karmel Nair tells you what to expect in 2019.

'Govinda suggested the line Meri pant bhi sexy'

'Govinda suggested the line Meri pant bhi sexy'

Rediff.com18 Mar 2019

'The ladies, Maya Govind and Rani Malik, were criticised for writing sexist, crass or vulgar songs.'

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.

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.

PIX: Behind-the-scenes with Alia, Sonam, Sonakshi

PIX: Behind-the-scenes with Alia, Sonam, Sonakshi

Rediff.com27 Mar 2017

New York-based photographer Mark Bennington recently released his collection of beautiful photographs depicting the typical Bollywood life in a coffee table book called Living the Dream: The Life of the 'Bollywood' Actor.

Vishwanath to take charge of Natwest series

Vishwanath to take charge of Natwest series

Rediff.com22 Jun 2004

Daryl Harper and Rudi Koertzen from the Umpires panel would alternately stand with a local official during the series.