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'I will bring a lot of masti to Bigg Boss'

'I will bring a lot of masti to Bigg Boss'

Rediff.com7 Dec 2015

'I am too excited!' Meet Bigg Boss 9's wild card entry, Nora Fatehi.

Alan Pardew leaves Newcastle to manage Crystal Palace

Alan Pardew leaves Newcastle to manage Crystal Palace

Rediff.com3 Jan 2015

Alan Pardew has left Newcastle United to become manager of Premier League rivals Crystal Palace, the clubs confirmed on Saturday.

Bullying gets worse for Sikh, Asian students in New York schools

Bullying gets worse for Sikh, Asian students in New York schools

Rediff.com10 Sep 2013

Bullying of Asian American students, including Sikhs, has nearly doubled in public schools in New York City, according to a report by two civil rights groups.

She was grilled for reading book about Syrian art on plane

She was grilled for reading book about Syrian art on plane

Rediff.com4 Aug 2016

A newly-wed British Muslim woman was detained by airport police in the UK after cabin crew reported her reading a book on Syrian art on her honeymoon flight.

Victorious Windies players will share prize money: Board

Victorious Windies players will share prize money: Board

Rediff.com4 Apr 2016

West Indies players will share the entire $1.6 million in prize money for winning the men's World Twenty20 title as well as a portion of sponsorship revenue, the head of the region's cricket board told Reuters on Sunday.

Lalit Modi row: What benefit did I give Modi, asks Sushma in her defence

Lalit Modi row: What benefit did I give Modi, asks Sushma in her defence

Rediff.com14 Jun 2015

External Affairs Minister Sushma Swaraj had helped former cricket tycoon Lalit Modi to procure travel documents despite a red alert by the government.

EU bans Indian Alphonso mangoes, veggies from May 1

EU bans Indian Alphonso mangoes, veggies from May 1

Rediff.com28 Apr 2014

The 28-member European Union has temporarily banned the import of Alphonso mangoes, the king of fruits, and four vegetables from India from May 1, sparking protests from the Indian community, lawmakers and traders.

British MPs ask Singh whether India in loop on visa bonds

British MPs ask Singh whether India in loop on visa bonds

Rediff.com21 Jul 2013

A high-powered British parliamentary committee has written to Prime Minister Manmohan Singh asking if he was consulted over a controversial plan to introduce a hefty 3,000 pounds cash bond for 'high-risk' visitors from India.

Does RBI's board have the skill to handhold the management?

Does RBI's board have the skill to handhold the management?

Rediff.com18 Dec 2018

If indeed we want the board to manage the RBI, probably the government should take a close look at the US Federal Reserve system which has a two-part structure - a central authority in Washington, DC, and a decentralised network of 12 Federal Reserve Banks located throughout the country, says Tamal Bandyopadhyay.

'What do they gain by getting rid of 2 MPs?'

'What do they gain by getting rid of 2 MPs?'

Rediff.com9 Jan 2020

'The nominations were not meant to last permanently, but depended on the government of the day.' 'There was no question of revoking it during Congress, Janata Dal or even Vajpayee's NDA rule.' 'But Modi is different.'

PHOTO: The invisible space 'noodles'in the Milky Way

PHOTO: The invisible space 'noodles'in the Milky Way

Rediff.com24 Jan 2016

The structures appear to be 'lumps' in the thin gas that lies between the stars in our galaxy, researchers said.

New York gunman kills imam and assistant outside mosque in hate attack

New York gunman kills imam and assistant outside mosque in hate attack

Rediff.com14 Aug 2016

Police said Imam Maulama Akonjee and Thara Uddin, 64, were walking home from prayers on Saturday when they were approached from behind by a male and were shot.

Scotland Yard denies delay in action over runaway 'ISIS' schoolgirls

Scotland Yard denies delay in action over runaway 'ISIS' schoolgirls

Rediff.com24 Feb 2015

Under fire over its slow reaction over three British schoolgirls who reportedly fled to Syria to join the Islamic State, Scotland Yard on Tuesday defended its actions, saying it began a probe as soon as facts were established.

FA to probe alleged Anelka anti-semitic gesture

FA to probe alleged Anelka anti-semitic gesture

Rediff.com29 Dec 2013

The FA is to investigate an alleged anti-Semitic gesture made by West Bromwich Albion striker Nicolas Anelka during Saturday's 3-3 Premier League draw at West Ham United.

You're fired! Trump sacks acting attorney general for defying his travel ban

You're fired! Trump sacks acting attorney general for defying his travel ban

Rediff.com31 Jan 2017

Acting Attorney General Sally Yates, a Democratic appointee, was accused of 'betraying' America after she directed Justice Department attorneys not to defend Trump's so-called 'Muslim ban' on Monday. She said she was not convinced the order was lawful.

PHOTOS: The mad, mad world we live in!

PHOTOS: The mad, mad world we live in!

Rediff.com21 Jan 2015

Ten photographs from around the world that show we live in an odd world.

In a first, UK gets female Sikh, turbaned MPs

In a first, UK gets female Sikh, turbaned MPs

Rediff.com9 Jun 2017

Indian-origin Labour Party candidates won more seats than their rival Conservatives.

EPL Updates: Newcastle striker Cisse charged with violent conduct

EPL Updates: Newcastle striker Cisse charged with violent conduct

Rediff.com30 Dec 2014

Newcastle United striker Papiss Cisse has been charged with violent conduct, the FA said in a statement on Monday referring to an incident in the Premier League match against Everton.

Sushma in soup for helping fugitive Lalit Modi travel

Sushma in soup for helping fugitive Lalit Modi travel

Rediff.com14 Jun 2015

External Affairs Minister Sushma Swaraj was on Sunday at the centre of a major row over helping scam-tainted former Indian Premier League chief Lalit Modi to obtain British travel documents but found strong support from the government and the Bharatiya Janata Party which rejected opposition demands for her resignation over alleged "impropriety".

'Rimi Sen is like a dead fish in the Bigg Boss house!'

'Rimi Sen is like a dead fish in the Bigg Boss house!'

Rediff.com4 Nov 2015

'It was fun to go back to the Bigg Boss house; it brought back old memories.' Sana Khan talks about her stint in the latest season.

Ensure religious minorities are protected: US lawmakers write to PM Modi

Ensure religious minorities are protected: US lawmakers write to PM Modi

Rediff.com27 Feb 2016

'We also urge you to take steps to control the activities of groups, such as the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh,' said the letter signed by 34 top American lawmakers.

The odd, crazy world we live in!

The odd, crazy world we live in!

Rediff.com9 Oct 2015

These 12 photographs show what a mad, mad world we live in!

EU's import ban on Indian mangoes comes into force

EU's import ban on Indian mangoes comes into force

Rediff.com1 May 2014

More than 1,400 people have signed an e-petition on the UK government website calling to 'Reverse Mango Import Ban.'

Bigg Boss 9: Lacklustre celebs, charismatic Salman!

Bigg Boss 9: Lacklustre celebs, charismatic Salman!

Rediff.com12 Oct 2015

As far as the opening episode of Bigg Boss 9 goes, it relies heavily on its superstar host's impish impulses to prevent it from being a complete slog, write Sukanya Verma.

NYPD detective caught berating Uber driver faces suspension

NYPD detective caught berating Uber driver faces suspension

Rediff.com1 Apr 2015

A top New York Police detective is facing suspension and reassignment after an incident with an Uber driver that was captured on video by an Indian-origin passenger.

Will India ever get its treasures back?

Will India ever get its treasures back?

Rediff.com18 Jul 2018

'Does a thousand-year-old sculpture worshipped in a thriving religion belong to a foreign museum or the temple from which it was extracted?' Congress MP Shashi Tharoor asked angrily. 'They legitimately belonged to India and people of past, present and future generations are interested in re-possessing them,' a central information commissioner declared last month.

ICC denies allowing Aamir to play domestic cricket

ICC denies allowing Aamir to play domestic cricket

Rediff.com14 Jul 2013

The International Cricket Council (ICC) has dismissed media reports in Pakistan that banned left arm pacer, Muhammad Aamir had been allowed to resume playing domestic cricket by them.

Sports Shorts: Chawrasia grabs Hong Kong lead

Sports Shorts: Chawrasia grabs Hong Kong lead

Rediff.com23 Nov 2017

A summary of sports events and sports persons, who made news on Thursday

Facebook, Unilever to study Internet adoption in rural India

Facebook, Unilever to study Internet adoption in rural India

Rediff.com25 Feb 2014

As an initial step, Internet.org and Unilever will carry out a comprehensive study to examine the opportunities to increase internet adoption in rural communities.

Hop on to the 'Modi Express' in UK

Hop on to the 'Modi Express' in UK

Rediff.com13 Oct 2015

The Indian community groups in United Kingdom have launched a 'Modi Express' bus for a month-long tour around iconic landmarks to mark Prime Minister Narendra Modi's maiden visit to the country in November.

'I never tried to fake it in Bigg Boss'

'I never tried to fake it in Bigg Boss'

Rediff.com27 Jan 2016

'I have fallen in love and been dumped several times, so I learnt not to break anyone's heart. If my flirting makes people smile, I will do it 24/7. I liked some of the housemates but someone else developed feelings for them.'

Obama knew about NSA's spying on Merkel: Report

Obama knew about NSA's spying on Merkel: Report

Rediff.com27 Oct 2013

United States President Barack Obama knew that German Chancellor Angela Merkel's mobile phone was being tapped and personally approved the spying, which may have begun as early as 2002, a damning media report said on Sunday.

UK polls: Millions begin casting votes in knife-edged general election

UK polls: Millions begin casting votes in knife-edged general election

Rediff.com7 May 2015

Polling began on Thursday in the United Kingdom in one of the closest general elections seen in decades.

PHOTOS: The world's craziest toilets

PHOTOS: The world's craziest toilets

Rediff.com20 Nov 2014

On November 19, the World celebrated World Toilet Day in attempt to spread awareness about the importance on toilets and urinals. According to figures, despite the human right to water and sanitation, of the world's seven billion people, 2.5 billion people do not have access to toilets. Looking at the funnier side of things, here's 12 of the kookiest urinals from across the world.

Bob Dylan's grandson makes his runway debut!

Bob Dylan's grandson makes his runway debut!

Rediff.com14 Dec 2016

He was joined by seven star kids who modelled Chanel's latest collection.

'I am the most sensible one in Bigg Boss'

'I am the most sensible one in Bigg Boss'

Rediff.com8 Dec 2015

'I was too real for the show,' Digangana Suryavanshi tells Rajul Hegde.

PM Modi holds bilateral talks with Hasina, others on CHOGM sidelines

PM Modi holds bilateral talks with Hasina, others on CHOGM sidelines

Rediff.com19 Apr 2018

The bilateral talks took place as the formal heads of government meeting got underway in London on Thursday, following a formal launch by Queen Elizabeth II at Buckingham Palace.

US visa ban on Modi to be lifted if he becomes PM: Report

US visa ban on Modi to be lifted if he becomes PM: Report

Rediff.com1 Apr 2014

The nine-year American visa ban on Narendra Modi will automatically be lifted and he would enjoy diplomatic immunity if the Bharatiya Janata Party leader becomes the prime minister of India, according to a Congressional report.

Haresh Pandya, the last cricket romantic

Haresh Pandya, the last cricket romantic

Rediff.com14 Nov 2017

'He will be missed by all of us in Saurashtra.'

Celebrity chef Anthony Bourdain dies, suicide suspected

Celebrity chef Anthony Bourdain dies, suicide suspected

Rediff.com8 Jun 2018

The TV personality's friend, French chef, Eric Ripert, found him unresponsive in his hotel room on Friday morning.