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Mission: Impossible - The Final Reckoning Review: Mission Accomplished

Mission: Impossible - The Final Reckoning Review: Mission Accomplished

Rediff.com17 May 2025

The Final Reckoning, with all its startling ambition and scope, puts a dazzling display of stunt-work by Tom Cruise, applauds Mayur Sanap.

Not a cricket expert, but... Modi just took a subtle dig at Pakistan

Not a cricket expert, but... Modi just took a subtle dig at Pakistan

Rediff.com16 Mar 2025

Prime Minister Narendra Modi, while speaking to American podcaster Lex Fridman, stated that India is a better cricket team than Pakistan, citing recent results.

The Kannada Film That Trumps Adolescence

The Kannada Film That Trumps Adolescence

Rediff.com9 Jun 2025

The unspoken subject of Mithya is violence, and the big zinger here is our recognition that the movie is showing us the makings of a juvenile delinquent -- perhaps the finest since Truffaut unleashed his Antoine Doinel, applauds Sreehari Nair.

'Cricket ke Don Bradman and Discipline ke Gandhi ji'

'Cricket ke Don Bradman and Discipline ke Gandhi ji'

Rediff.com24 Apr 2025

The Cricket fraternity extended wishes to 'Master Blaster' and India's 'God of Cricket', Sachin Tendulkar, as he turned 52 on Thursday.

The Sanju Samson journey: Kerala's own cult hero

The Sanju Samson journey: Kerala's own cult hero

Rediff.com9 May 2024

Sanju Samson, then a skinny 14-year-old, curled on the bed in his hotel room, watched Kolkata Knight Riders' Brendon McCullum hammering a 73-ball 158 against Royal Challengers Bengaluru in the first-ever IPL match.

How King Chahal performed his second IPL 'trick'...

How King Chahal performed his second IPL 'trick'...

Rediff.com1 May 2025

Punjab Kings hat-trick hero Yuzvendra Chahal revealed that he relied on his instincts and tweaked his line after observing that the pacers' slower balls were gripping the surface during their IPL clash against Chennai Super Kings, in Chennai on Wednesday.

Praggnanandhaa third in Superbet Rapid-Blitz chess

Praggnanandhaa third in Superbet Rapid-Blitz chess

Rediff.com1 May 2025

Indian GM Aravindh Chithambaram did not see any change in his fortunes in the blitz section and had to be content with a tie for seventh place in his maiden outing in the GCT.

PIX: Djokovic marches on; Sinner ends Gasquet's career

PIX: Djokovic marches on; Sinner ends Gasquet's career

Rediff.com30 May 2025

Three-time champion Novak Djokovic battled past Frenchman Corentin Moutet in a match that lasted more than three hours on Thursday.

No Booing! Hardik Cheered at Wankhede

No Booing! Hardik Cheered at Wankhede

Rediff.com1 Apr 2025

The iconic Wankhede stadium witnessed a remarkable shift in sentiment as the Mumbai Indians launched their IPL 2025 campaign on Monday.

Tahira Kashyap Diagnosed With Breast Cancer Again

Tahira Kashyap Diagnosed With Breast Cancer Again

Rediff.com7 Apr 2025

Tahira Kashyap's breast cancer has relapsed after seven years, and she broke the news on her social media.

Kesari Chapter 2 Review: For The Love Of Drama!

Kesari Chapter 2 Review: For The Love Of Drama!

Rediff.com18 Apr 2025

Kesari 2 has more style than substance on its mind, feels Sukanya Verma.

In The Mood For A Deadly Bride On OTT?

In The Mood For A Deadly Bride On OTT?

Rediff.com2 May 2025

Deadly brides, daredevil officers, bloodthirsty royals, killer toys, celebrity chefs, comic book heroes, angry goddesses, senior citizen dreams, poisonous snowfall, the OTT offerings this week will make you wish for days twice the size of its menu.

'India definitely downed a few Pakistani planes'

'India definitely downed a few Pakistani planes'

Rediff.com12 May 2025

The Indian military also acknowledged suffering some losses but declined to provide the details as the operations are going on.

Rs 5.75 crore Krunal proves worth for RCB in IPL 2025

Rs 5.75 crore Krunal proves worth for RCB in IPL 2025

Rediff.com25 Apr 2025

Krunal Pandya has been the nucleus behind RCB's excellent showing in the middle overs throughout the season.

Parag's 'Disrespectful' Gesture Sparks ANGER

Parag's 'Disrespectful' Gesture Sparks ANGER

Rediff.com31 Mar 2025

Following RR's six run win at the Barsapara cricket stadium, a video surfaced online showing Parag tossing a phone back to security personnel after posing for a photo with them.

Paralympic hero honoured: Army celebrates Sema's bronze medal

Paralympic hero honoured: Army celebrates Sema's bronze medal

Rediff.com28 Sep 2024

Naib Subedar Hokato Hotozhe Sema, a bronze medalist at the Paris Paralympics 2024 in the Men's Shotput F57 final, expressed his gratitude to the Indian Army for their unwavering support and motivation throughout his journey.

World Hypertension Day: 5 Asanas To Help Lower Blood Pressure

World Hypertension Day: 5 Asanas To Help Lower Blood Pressure

Rediff.com17 May 2025

On World Hypertension Day, Atmarpit Dr Mansiji lists five gentle yoga poses that ease stress, calm the mind, and lower blood pressure naturally

Hero MotoCorp losing rural 2-wheeler market share to other companies

Hero MotoCorp losing rural 2-wheeler market share to other companies

Rediff.com29 Feb 2024

Hero MotoCorp, India's largest two-wheeler maker, has seen a decline in its market share in rural areas since 2018, losing ground to major competitors such as TVS Motor Company, Bajaj Auto, and Honda Motorcycle & Scooter India (HMSI), according to data from JATO Dynamics reviewed by Business Standard. Hero's share of rural two-wheeler sales in India has dropped from 40.4 per cent in 2018 to 33.3 per cent in 2023. In contrast, Bajaj's share increased from 12.7 per cent in 2018 to 13.9 per cent, HMSI's from 21.8 per cent to 22.2 per cent, and TVS' from 15.5 per cent to 17.8 per cent. Suzuki Motorcycle India has also seen its share rise from 1.7 per cent to 2.5 per cent.

World Cup: 'Rohit Sharma is India's real hero'

World Cup: 'Rohit Sharma is India's real hero'

Rediff.com16 Nov 2023

Former England captain Nasser Hussain hailed skipper Rohit Sharma as the 'real hero' for changing the culture of the Indian team.

'I Am Dying For My Country'

'I Am Dying For My Country'

Rediff.com14 Apr 2025

It took Udham Singh 21 years to avenge the massacre of Jallianwala Bagh. And 34 years for his remains to return to India after execution in a British prison.

Not Pant...meet India B's unexpected hero

Not Pant...meet India B's unexpected hero

Rediff.com5 Sep 2024

Musheer Khan's unbeaten 105 rescued India B after India A bowlers reduced them to 94 for seven on the first day of the Duleep Trophy match at the Chinnaswamy Stadium.

Punjab skipper Shreyas eyes success at No 3 slot

Punjab skipper Shreyas eyes success at No 3 slot

Rediff.com18 Mar 2025

He captained Kolkata Knight Riders to the title last season where he batted in the middle-order.

A Salute To A Hero At Zero Degrees

A Salute To A Hero At Zero Degrees

Rediff.com27 Feb 2024

Despite temperatures dipping below 0 degrees soldiers paid their heartfelt respects to the Maratha warrior king of the 17th century, Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj.

A purist who made Gen-Z fall in love with Red & Whites

A purist who made Gen-Z fall in love with Red & Whites

Rediff.com12 May 2025

Virat Kohli: The one who forced Gen-Z to fall in love with Red and Whites

Ajay Devgn's Sequel Love

Ajay Devgn's Sequel Love

Rediff.com30 Apr 2025

With Raid 2, where Ajay Devgn reprises his role as an income tax hawk swooping on a defaulter politician, the actor is hoping to make another successful sequel. Here's a look at his series of sequel love.

Catch of the IPL? Flying Mendis Steals the Show from Dhoni

Catch of the IPL? Flying Mendis Steals the Show from Dhoni

Rediff.com26 Apr 2025

Kamindu Mendis soared - quite literally - to deliver a moment that could well define Sunrisers Hyderabad's IPL 2025 campaign.

Why Manoj Kumar Stopped Making Movies

Why Manoj Kumar Stopped Making Movies

Rediff.com4 Apr 2025

'I am not a greedy film person, even as an actor.' 'While my contemporaries Dharmendra and Shashi Kapoor acted in nearly 300 films each, I've done hardly 35 films in my entire career.'

What Kohli Whispered to Pitch Invader...

What Kohli Whispered to Pitch Invader...

Rediff.com25 Mar 2025

'Jaldi se bhaag jaa.'

Hero worship is great but not at cost of another player: Ashwin

Hero worship is great but not at cost of another player: Ashwin

Rediff.com30 Mar 2024

'Fan wars should never go this ugly a route. One should remember which country these players represent -- our country. So, then what warrants a cricketer getting booed?'

Ravi Shastri meets 'childhood hero' at Chinnaswamy

Ravi Shastri meets 'childhood hero' at Chinnaswamy

Rediff.com12 Nov 2023

In Bengaluru for India's match against Netherlands, Ravi Shastri met his 'childhood hero' at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium.

PIX: Liverpool thrash Spurs to seal Premier League title

PIX: Liverpool thrash Spurs to seal Premier League title

Rediff.com28 Apr 2025

Liverpool roared back from a goal behind to thrash Tottenham Hotspur 5-1 and wrap up the English Premier League title in style.

'Subhashji Never Shouted On The Sets'

'Subhashji Never Shouted On The Sets'

Rediff.com28 Jan 2025

'There was a kind of disagreement with Subhashji after Meri Jung and unfortunately for me, I did not get to work with him again after that.'

World Asthma Day: 5 Asanas For Better Breathing

World Asthma Day: 5 Asanas For Better Breathing

Rediff.com6 May 2025

On World Asthma Day, yoga expert Nisarg Ved shows how this ancient practice can offer relief to those living with asthma.

25 Years Ago in Bollywood

25 Years Ago in Bollywood

Rediff.com20 Jan 2025

2000 in Bollywood was a year of fresh blood, superstar comebacks and action heroes proving their worth in drama and comedy.

Odela 2: Tamannaah Rises Above Campy Horror

Odela 2: Tamannaah Rises Above Campy Horror

Rediff.com18 Apr 2025

If not for Tamannaah, it would have been an ordeal to sit through this uninspired horror fable, notes Arjun Menon.

Why Rashmika Is A Box Office Queen

Why Rashmika Is A Box Office Queen

Rediff.com7 Apr 2025

Look at the blockbusters the actress, who turned 29 on April 5, has delivered.

Dayal Denies Dhoni Again!

Dayal Denies Dhoni Again!

Rediff.com4 May 2025

The young left-arm pacer held his nerve in a tense finish to bowl RCB to a narrow two-run victory in a high-scoring game.

A Peek Into Khushi's Nadaaniyan Life

A Peek Into Khushi's Nadaaniyan Life

Rediff.com13 Mar 2025

Khushi Kapoor takes us behind the scenes of her Netflix movie, Nadaniyaan, to give us some glimpses into her life on set.

'It's my first ICC trophy, I'm out of words...'

'It's my first ICC trophy, I'm out of words...'

Rediff.com10 Mar 2025

Iyer batted consistently throughout the tournament.

HC stays forgery case against Hero MotoCorp chairman

HC stays forgery case against Hero MotoCorp chairman

Rediff.com12 Oct 2023

Justice Swarana Kanta Sharma said the stay on the operation of the FIR as well as the trial court order will remain in force till December 6, the next date of hearing. The trial court had directed registration of an FIR against them on a complaint alleging that Hero MotoCorp manufactured fake bills worth Rs 5.9 crore and obtained tax credit of over Rs 55 lakh. The company, its chairman and officials approached the high court challenging the trial court's order.