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A roundup of all the TAMASHA in Bollywood

A roundup of all the TAMASHA in Bollywood

Rediff.com7 Oct 2013

Here's what went down in the Hindi film industry this past week.

How long can India avoid engaging Pakistan?

How long can India avoid engaging Pakistan?

Rediff.com7 Mar 2019

'Any 'de-escalation' that brings down tensions will deprive the BJP of a plank with seamless possibilities to project PM Modi as the 'Iron prime minister' and hype up jingoism in the upcoming election campaign,' notes Ambassador M K Bhadrakumar.

Why Honda Amaze is the best compact sedan

Why Honda Amaze is the best compact sedan

Rediff.com20 Nov 2013

If you were still contemplating buying Honda Amaze, here something to convince you.

25 STUNNING FRAMES of Gupt

25 STUNNING FRAMES of Gupt

Rediff.com20 Aug 2020

Gupt's greatest success lies in how attractive it remains despite the suspense becoming common knowledge, feels Sukanya Verma.

'Would like Sachin to enjoy his last Test; hopefully, he'll get us a few wkts'

'Would like Sachin to enjoy his last Test; hopefully, he'll get us a few wkts'

Rediff.com13 Nov 2013

The mood is more festive than of Test cricket at the Wankhede stadium, as Mumbai gets ready to bid farewell to its famous son, Sachin Tendulkar.

When GOOD films bring BAD business

When GOOD films bring BAD business

Rediff.com7 May 2013

Bombay Talkies has received generally positive reviews but apparently failed to set the cash registers rining.

Pak high commissioner visits Sanaullah, says prognosis 'weak'

Pak high commissioner visits Sanaullah, says prognosis 'weak'

Rediff.com6 May 2013

Pakistan High Commissioner Salman Bashir on Monday visited prisoner Sanaullah Ranjay, injured in a scuffle with another inmate in a Jammu jail, at PGIMER in Chandigarh and said his chances of survival seemed "bleak".

What you must know about Anand-Carlsen World Championship

What you must know about Anand-Carlsen World Championship

Rediff.com7 Nov 2013

Indian chess wizard Viswanathan Anand faces a stern test in defending his world title against a young Magnus Carlsen as one of the most awaited World Chess Championship matches in the recent history of the game begins in Chennai from Saturday.

We need to focus on winning this Test: Dhoni

We need to focus on winning this Test: Dhoni

Rediff.com5 Nov 2013

"Before you ask anything, first tell me who has spelt Sachin's name wrong out there," jokes M S Dhoni, pointing out to the faux pas -- spelt as Sachine, in the electronic scoreboard at the Eden Gardens -- not many at the venue knew about till he mentioned it.

Pranab's parting gift disappoints markets

Pranab's parting gift disappoints markets

Rediff.com26 Jun 2012

Hike in limit on foreign investment in govt bonds among measures to stem rupee slide.

Day after launch, India's fastest train breaks down

Day after launch, India's fastest train breaks down

Rediff.com16 Feb 2019

The train is scheduled to begin it's first commercial run on Sunday with all tickets already sold out.

The BIGGEST FLOPS of 2013 so far

The BIGGEST FLOPS of 2013 so far

Rediff.com22 Oct 2013

Here's looking at big budget films that are among 2013's biggest flops so far.

Jogi is good masala!

Jogi is good masala!

Rediff.com22 Aug 2005

This is for the first time Indians are under more pressure: Waqar

This is for the first time Indians are under more pressure: Waqar

Rediff.com18 Mar 2016

History may be against them but Pakistan coach Waqar Younis has said the time is perfect to rewrite it given that the Indian team is under pressure after losing its opening match of the ICC World T20.

Which Himmatwala did you like: The Original or Remake?

Which Himmatwala did you like: The Original or Remake?

Rediff.com1 Apr 2013

Take this poll now!

Respect Indian sense of national pride: Chinese media

Respect Indian sense of national pride: Chinese media

Rediff.com20 May 2013

Underlining that China's "surrounding environment" will suffer if India becomes another Japan or Philippines in confronting it, Chinese media on Monday called for understanding and respect for "Indian sense of national pride."

Virat Kohli: On Aussie obsession and love affair with Adelaide

Virat Kohli: On Aussie obsession and love affair with Adelaide

Rediff.com5 Dec 2018

Virat Kohli is well aware of the obsessive focus on him in Australia right now

Chinese media hails Khurshid's visit

Chinese media hails Khurshid's visit

Rediff.com11 May 2013

External Affairs Minister Salman Khurshid's visit to China reaffirmed the consensus of the two neighbours to achieve win-win results despite attempts by Western media to drive a wedge between the two counties, Chinese media said on Friday.

Virat Kohli's 'love' for Test cricket could be saviour for the format

Virat Kohli's 'love' for Test cricket could be saviour for the format

Rediff.com30 Nov 2018

Test cricket could receive a fillip if Kohli can break India's jinx in Australia by winning the four-Test series

Review: Miruthan is a tedious watch

Review: Miruthan is a tedious watch

Rediff.com21 Feb 2016

The film is reduced to a lame science fiction with an overdose of action, writes S Saraswathi.

What I learnt from fighting COVID-19

What I learnt from fighting COVID-19

Rediff.com24 Aug 2020

'The genetic thing is not in your control. The virulence is not known.' 'The only thing is if you can avoid it.' 'Once you get COVID-19, none of it is in your control.'

Is this 5G smartphone worth Rs 45,000?

Is this 5G smartphone worth Rs 45,000?

Rediff.com2 Mar 2020

If you are an avid gamer, the iQOO3 is packed with features that is meant to tempt you, says Ashish Narsale.

The dangers of a high protein diet

The dangers of a high protein diet

Rediff.com18 Dec 2013

Shameem Akthar, yogacharya trained with the Sivananda Yoga Vedanta Center, presents the other side to this much-hyped diet, and advises caution.

Revamped Fiat Linea T-Jet hits Indian roads

Revamped Fiat Linea T-Jet hits Indian roads

Rediff.com11 Jun 2013

Fiat has come up with a great offer for potential customers: a mid-size Sedan.

'Modi is here to stay for 10 years'

'Modi is here to stay for 10 years'

Rediff.com7 Nov 2014

In the final part of his interview with Sheela Bhatt/Rediff.com, journalist Rajdeep Sardesai says the Congress lost the election in 2011, the year of Anna Hazare.

Hockey: India surrender two-goal lead, held by Pakistan

Hockey: India surrender two-goal lead, held by Pakistan

Rediff.com7 Apr 2018

India frittered away the advantage of a two-goal lead and were held 2-2 by Pakistan in men's hockey at the Commonwealth Games, in Gold Coast on Saturday.

Kundra slams media for 'derogatory statements'

Kundra slams media for 'derogatory statements'

Rediff.com6 Jun 2013

His passport seized after close to 12 hours of questioning by the Delhi Police, Rajasthan Royals owner Raj Kundra lashed out at the media for making 'stupid claims' on his alleged involvement in the IPL spot-fixing and betting scandal.

How India exploited Bangladesh's pink chink to lord in Kolkata

How India exploited Bangladesh's pink chink to lord in Kolkata

Rediff.com22 Nov 2019

India's pace trio took less than three hours to rout the tourists after Mominul Haque's decision to bat backfired.

What Fortune 500 cos can learn from Tatas, Godrej

What Fortune 500 cos can learn from Tatas, Godrej

Rediff.com29 Oct 2012

Interview with The Insead chaired professor of 'Marketing and Innovation'.

Pink Revolution: India clear favourites in maiden Day/Night Test

Pink Revolution: India clear favourites in maiden Day/Night Test

Rediff.com21 Nov 2019

Ganguly convinced the Bangladesh Cricket Board to agree to a Day/Night Test just a few days before their team was to land in India.

Why India deserves a better Food Security Bill

Why India deserves a better Food Security Bill

Rediff.com7 May 2013

'Any meaningful food security programme should aim at gradually reducing the number of hungry dependent on government support,' says Devinder Sharma. 'This is only possible if the government had looked at the entire issue in a sincere manner. I don't think at any stage the government was honest in its approach. It had simply worked and reworked the Food Security Bill keeping the 2014 election in mind.'

Wall of police stops Kochi's 'Kiss of Love'

Wall of police stops Kochi's 'Kiss of Love'

Rediff.com2 Nov 2014

The much-hyped 'Kiss of Love' event in Kochi failed to take off on Sunday as police detained the organisers and sympathisers, including women, even before they could reach the venue of the symbolic protest against moral policing.

Kasab's hanging sealed the fate of Sarabjit

Kasab's hanging sealed the fate of Sarabjit

Rediff.com2 May 2013

Pakistan must get to the root of the conspiracy to eliminate Indian prisoners while in judicial custody, says K C Singh

Border crisis: Why China won't back off

Border crisis: Why China won't back off

Rediff.com29 Apr 2013

Whether Salman Khurshid goes Beijing or cancels the trip, the Chinese won't return from their present, newly occupied position, says Tarun Vijay.

Equity markets resilient but precious metals collapse

Equity markets resilient but precious metals collapse

Rediff.com30 Jun 2013

If the dollar continues to rally as expected, commodities will continue to tank after a short counter-trend rally.The same holds true for precious metals, says Sonali Ranade

Amar Singh behind protests at Azam Khan show in Rampur?

Amar Singh behind protests at Azam Khan show in Rampur?

Rediff.com10 Dec 2012

Discredited and ousted Samajwadi Party leader Amar Singh was understood to be behind the protest demonstrations at a function organised by Uttar Pradesh Urban Development and Minorities Welfare Minister Azam Khan on his home-ground, Rampur on Monday.

How Narine spoiled Tendulkar's birthday

How Narine spoiled Tendulkar's birthday

Rediff.com25 Apr 2013

'Birthday boy' Sachin Tendulkar, who had a busy time cutting cakes, had a disappointing day at office on Wednesday. Sunil Narine ruined his much-hyped 40th birthday in the Pepsi IPL match at the Eden Gardens in Kolkata.

Why Kohli is so intrigued by the pink ball

Why Kohli is so intrigued by the pink ball

Rediff.com13 Nov 2019

The pink ball Test is still a few days away but Kohli, on the eve of the series-opener, was busy answering questions related to the second Test starting November 22.

Shettar all set for a cakewalk in Hubli-Dharwad

Shettar all set for a cakewalk in Hubli-Dharwad

Rediff.com19 Apr 2013

Hubli-Dharwad Central, from where Chief Minister Jagadish Shettar is contesting, is definitely a constituency to watch out for in the upcoming Karnataka assembly election.