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The GREAT BOLLYWOOD QUIZ

The GREAT BOLLYWOOD QUIZ

Rediff.com3 Mar 2021

Sukanya Verma quizzes you to find out just how much you know about the movies.

One Fears For What Is To Come

One Fears For What Is To Come

Rediff.com26 Nov 2022

The most important institutions have been and are being undermined with almost no resistance, warns Aakar Patel.

No Nirav Modi, but Oscars still sparkled with Indian diamonds!

No Nirav Modi, but Oscars still sparkled with Indian diamonds!

Rediff.com7 Mar 2018

Hollywood turned to jewels by Chokshi.

Sack TN Guv for instigating communal hatred: DMK to Prez

Sack TN Guv for instigating communal hatred: DMK to Prez

Rediff.com9 Nov 2022

The DMK and its allies submitted a list of pending assembly bills with the Raj Bhavan.

'New IPL teams will go for Rs 3000-4000 crore'

'New IPL teams will go for Rs 3000-4000 crore'

Rediff.com5 Oct 2021

Punjab Kings co-owner Ness Wadia believes Rs 2000 crore base price for two new IPL teams is a conservative number which should go up by 50 to 100 per cent during bidding.

Jewellers demand tapping gold in domestic market through bonds

Jewellers demand tapping gold in domestic market through bonds

Rediff.com28 Jun 2013

The retailers are also mulling putting a stop to selling of gold coins and gold bars to curtail investments made in gold, according to an official of trade body All India Gems and Jewellery Trade Federation.

Rupee fall, import duty to hit domestic jewellers hard

Rupee fall, import duty to hit domestic jewellers hard

Rediff.com11 Jun 2013

The Rs 250,000-crore (Rs 2.5 trillion) domestic jewellery sector is likely to be hit hard by frequent rises in gold import duty and the sustained depreciation of the rupee against the dollar.

Back to the wall, will Choksi still manage to pull off a trick or two?

Back to the wall, will Choksi still manage to pull off a trick or two?

Rediff.com12 Jun 2021

Given how everything has played out, Mehul Choksi, now 62, achieved all that he wanted but for all the wrong reasons, says Pavan Lall.

Why gold has lost its lustre this wedding season

Why gold has lost its lustre this wedding season

Rediff.com23 Jan 2019

Sluggish economy, high bullion prices and consumer shift towards cheaper gifting options such as electronic goods and mobiles have taken the sheen off gold

The no-stress EV from Tata Motors with more juice

The no-stress EV from Tata Motors with more juice

Rediff.com17 May 2022

If you thought the Tata Nexon EV was it, wait till you drive the new Tata Nexon EV Max with more battery power, says Rajesh Karkera. Photographs and video: Hitesh Harisinghani/Rediff.com.

A Fashion Gesture of Pure Romance

A Fashion Gesture of Pure Romance

Rediff.com18 May 2021

Best looks from the Chanel Resort 2022 collection.

Why Deutsche Bank's little jewel in India was spared the axe

Why Deutsche Bank's little jewel in India was spared the axe

Rediff.com6 Nov 2015

Deutsche Bank in India has managed to avoid the bad-loan problems plaguing its rivals such as Standard Chartered Plc.

Vodafone's Indian arm jewel in its crown

Vodafone's Indian arm jewel in its crown

Rediff.com20 Jul 2007

Tops the group in mobile voice usage volumes.

Marie Antoinette pearl reaps record $36 million

Marie Antoinette pearl reaps record $36 million

Rediff.com15 Nov 2018

Going once, going twice, sold! Jewellery that belonged to Marie Antoinette, wife of King Louis XVI and arguably France's most famous queen were auctioned by Sotheby's on Wednesday as part of their "Royal jewels from the Bourbon Parma Family" event. Take a look at the gorgeous jewellery that was up for sale.

US Open says fans must have proof of COVID vaccine for entry

US Open says fans must have proof of COVID vaccine for entry

Rediff.com28 Aug 2021

Tennis fans 12 years or older will be required to show proof of a COVID-19 vaccine in order to attend the US Open, tournament officials announced Friday, just three days before the main draw was set to begin.

Malaika, Raveena and more sparkle at jewel show

Malaika, Raveena and more sparkle at jewel show

Rediff.com8 Oct 2010

The jewellery showing on Day Two of HDIL India Couture Week was studded with both precious stones and stars.

PIX: WWE in the Saudi desert

PIX: WWE in the Saudi desert

Rediff.com15 Nov 2018

Featuring Hulk Hogan, The Undertaker, Shawn Michaels, Randy Orton, Rey Mysterio, Kurt Angle, Bobby Lashley...

Nirav Modi 'only thinks of cutting or hanging if extradited'

Nirav Modi 'only thinks of cutting or hanging if extradited'

Rediff.com11 Oct 2022

The high court in London on Tuesday began hearing evidence from two leading experts in the field of psychiatry to determine the level of suicide risk faced by Nirav Modi if he is extradited to India to face charges of fraud and money laundering, amounting to an estimated $2 billion in the Punjab National Bank (PNB) loan scam case. Lord Justice Jeremy Stuart-Smith and Justice Robert Jay heard from Andrew Forrester, Professor of Forensic Psychiatry at Cardiff University, and Seena Fazel, Professor of Forensic Psychiatry at Oxford University, in the final stages of the extradition appeal being pursued by the 51-year-old diamond merchant. The two psychiatrists weighed up Nirav's level of depression, which could pose a "substantial" or "elevated" risk of suicide.

Images: Gems, jewels and a diamond-studded shoe

Images: Gems, jewels and a diamond-studded shoe

Rediff.com19 Aug 2010

Here's what was on offer on Day 3 of the India International Jewellery Week, underway in Mumbai from August 15-19.

Images: Gems, jewels and a diamond-studded shoe

Images: Gems, jewels and a diamond-studded shoe

Rediff.com19 Aug 2010

Here's what was on offer on Day 3 of the India International Jewellery Week, underway in Mumbai from August 15-19.

PNB fraud: ED files chargesheet against Mehul Choksi's wife, others

PNB fraud: ED files chargesheet against Mehul Choksi's wife, others

Rediff.com6 Jun 2022

The ED has filed a fresh chargesheet against absconding jeweller Mehul Choksi, his wife Priti and others under the anti-money laundering law in connection with the over Rs 13,000-crore PNB loan fraud case, officials said on Monday. This is the first prosecution complaint filed by the central agency against Choksi's wife Priti Pradyotkumar Kothari. She has been charged by the Enforcement Directorate (ED) with "helping her husband in layering of the proceeds of crime".

The new jewel in the Taj crown

The new jewel in the Taj crown

Rediff.com20 Jan 2007

The hotel will also get some Indian touches

Hike in import duty on gold may fuel smuggling

Hike in import duty on gold may fuel smuggling

Rediff.com1 Jul 2022

The government has hiked gold import duty to 15 per cent from 10.75 per cent to check the current account deficit (CAD) and rising import of the yellow metal. The duty changes came into effect on June 30. Earlier, the basic customs duty on gold was 7.5 per cent, now it will be 12.5 per cent.

Sonam, Bipasha, Malaika: Who wears their jewels best? VOTE

Sonam, Bipasha, Malaika: Who wears their jewels best? VOTE

Rediff.com27 Aug 2012

Here's how these B-town celebs fared last week, fashion wise.

Zee founder Subhash Chandra settles 91.2% of debt with 43 lenders

Zee founder Subhash Chandra settles 91.2% of debt with 43 lenders

Rediff.com4 Aug 2021

The Essel group founder, Subhash Chandra has settled 91.2 per cent of his debt with 43 lenders, and the remaining dues are in the process of being paid. "I am happy to report that we have come out of the financial stress situation by settling 91.2% of our total debt to 43 lenders in 110 accounts. "About 88.3% of the amount has been paid, while the remaining 2.9% is in the process of being paid. "We are making all the required efforts to settle the remaining 8.8% of our total debt.

'India had some of the best jewellery in the world'

'India had some of the best jewellery in the world'

Rediff.com27 May 2022

Suneet Varma discusses his fondness for jewellery, his newly-minted role as a jewellery designer, and why he'd like people to reconsider their love for gold jewellery.

Gold Bond issue price fixed at Rs 4,791/gm

Gold Bond issue price fixed at Rs 4,791/gm

Rediff.com26 Nov 2021

The issue price for Sovereign Gold Bond Scheme 2021-22, which will open for subscription for five days from November 29, has been fixed at Rs 4,791 per gram of gold, the Reserve Bank of India said on Friday. The Sovereign Gold Bond Scheme 2021-22 - Series VIII will be open for subscription from November 29 - December 03, 2021. "The nominal value of the bond...works out to Rs 4,791 per gram of gold," the RBI said.

'The audience loved Helen then, they still do'

'The audience loved Helen then, they still do'

Rediff.com21 Nov 2022

'It was because of the strength of Helenji's performance that I was even called on stage to present her with the coveted Black Lady.'

Gold booms at 30K: Doom for jewellers, buyers

Gold booms at 30K: Doom for jewellers, buyers

Rediff.com8 Jun 2012

Gold on June 6 hit a fresh all-time high by adding Rs 100 to Rs 30,400 per 10 grams on brisk buying by stockists triggered by a firming global trend. Silver followed suit, and shot up by Rs 1,200 to Rs 55,500 per kg on increased offtake by industrial units and coin makers.

Owner in India, $6m jewels looted from store in Hollywood-style heist

Owner in India, $6m jewels looted from store in Hollywood-style heist

Rediff.com3 Jan 2017

The source said the thieves '100 per cent' planned the heist to coincide with the ball drop.

PSG's Di Maria, Marquinhos' homes robbed during match

PSG's Di Maria, Marquinhos' homes robbed during match

Rediff.com15 Mar 2021

Paris St Germain players Angel Di Maria and Marquinhos were robbed during their club's Sunday home game against Nantes, French sports daily L'Equipe said, adding members of their families were held hostage during the events.

UK court extends Nirav Modi's remand till Nov 3

UK court extends Nirav Modi's remand till Nov 3

Rediff.com9 Oct 2020

The 49-year-old jeweller, wanted in India on charges of fraud and money laundering in the estimated USD 2-billion Punjab National Bank (PNB) scam case, further remanded in custody during a routine call-over hearing held via videolink at Westminster Magistrates' Court in London.

Dia to Bumrah: How celebs wed in Covid times

Dia to Bumrah: How celebs wed in Covid times

Rediff.com17 May 2021

Celebs follow a template for their special day -- an intimate ceremony with few people and a keen eye for a touch of luxury in every aspect.

UK High Court hears Nirav Modi plea against extradition to India

UK High Court hears Nirav Modi plea against extradition to India

Rediff.com28 Jun 2022

A British court on Tuesday opened the continuation appeal hearing in the extradition case of Nirav Modi, who is wanted in India on the charges of fraud and money laundering amounting to an estimated $2 billion in the Punjab National Bank (PNB) loan scam case. The 51-year-old diamond merchant had lodged an appeal last year against his extradition order on mental health grounds. Lord Justice Jeremy Stuart-Smith and Justice Robert Jay presided over an initial hearing at the High Court in December last year to determine whether District Judge Sam Goozee's Westminster Magistrates' Court ruling from February 2021 in favour of extradition was incorrect to overlook the diamond merchant's "high risk of suicide".

Bold! Karishma slays in a black off-shoulder gown

Bold! Karishma slays in a black off-shoulder gown

Rediff.com17 Mar 2020

Too sexy for the ramp, Karishma Tanna walked the Bombay Times Fashion Week runway in an all-black look.

E-portal for business approvals off to a brisk start

E-portal for business approvals off to a brisk start

Rediff.com17 Feb 2022

Nearly five months after its soft launch, the government's e-portal, the National Single Window System (NSWS), is seeing a significant increase in the number of investors using it to get a bunch of approvals for their ventures. The first clearance was granted on 18 January. Since then, the progress has been good. Out of the 1,258 registered users on the portal, 378 were registered in the last one week.

Meet Bollywood's Greatest Romantics

Meet Bollywood's Greatest Romantics

Rediff.com17 Feb 2023

Smriti Mundhra's documentary The Romantics has many, many, gems about one of Bollywood's most successful film-makers and more importantly, his iconic father, Yash Chopra.

Celebrate Janmashtami with These Songs

Celebrate Janmashtami with These Songs

Rediff.com30 Aug 2021

Bollywood has often celebrated Lord Krishna with lovely songs over the years. On the festive occasion of Janmashtami, Subhash K Jha picks his favourite Kanha songs.

SEE: Miss India Universe dazzles at Couture Week

SEE: Miss India Universe dazzles at Couture Week

Rediff.com23 Sep 2020

Dolly J's couture line saw a fine blend of pastels and sequinned embroidery.

The $50 million pink diamond

The $50 million pink diamond

Rediff.com14 Nov 2018

An unusually large pink diamond sold for a record-breaking $50 million (Rs 361 crore) on Tuesday at Christie's auction house in Geneva. Christie's said renowned jeweller Harry Winston was the buyer, saying it was a new world record price per carat for a pink diamond.