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The crazy, odd world we live in!

The crazy, odd world we live in!

Rediff.com17 Feb 2016

Here's your weekly digest of odd, crazy moments from around the world.

Defying odds, Real Kashmir FC win Durand Cup opener

Defying odds, Real Kashmir FC win Durand Cup opener

Rediff.com7 Aug 2019

Real Kashmir FC overcame the mental turmoil arising out of uncertain situations back home as they beat Chennai City FC 1-0 through a last minute goal in the 129th Durand Cup fixture, in Kalyani, on Wednesday.

Where are you heading this summer?

Where are you heading this summer?

Rediff.com14 Apr 2015

Ritika Bhatia lists some of the best camping spots and adventure trails for a perfect mix of offbeat vacation and precious solitude this summer.

Theresa May becomes second woman PM of Britain

Theresa May becomes second woman PM of Britain

Rediff.com13 Jul 2016

Theresa May on Wednesday became Britain's second woman prime minister after Margaret Thatcher.

Floodwaters from Nepal kill 21 people; thousands marooned in UP villages

Floodwaters from Nepal kill 21 people; thousands marooned in UP villages

Rediff.com17 Aug 2014

At least 21 persons have died and thousands were marooned in villages across eight districts of Uttar Pradesh where release of water from dams in Nepal have caused major floods, even as large parts of the state were heading towards a drought-like situation due to scanty monsoon rain.

Fadnavis, Maha minister defend killing of Avni

Fadnavis, Maha minister defend killing of Avni

Rediff.com6 Nov 2018

Fadnavis said preliminary reports made available to him stated that the tigress was shot after she attacked the forest staff trying to tranquilise her.

India Shining! Precious forest land wiped away for 23,716 industrial projects

India Shining! Precious forest land wiped away for 23,716 industrial projects

Rediff.com3 Jun 2016

The government may claim planted trees compensate for forests lost, but that does not mean complex flora and fauna destroyed have been restored, points out Himadri Ghosh.

Before Rahul Gandhi's Rs 70,000 jacket, there was Modi's Rs 10 lakh suit

Before Rahul Gandhi's Rs 70,000 jacket, there was Modi's Rs 10 lakh suit

Rediff.com31 Jan 2018

5 other politically-charged fashion choices in recent times.

Over 50 million Americans brace for 'Snowmageddon'

Over 50 million Americans brace for 'Snowmageddon'

Rediff.com27 Jan 2015

A state of emergency has been declared in New York, New Jersey, Connecticut, Rhode Island, Massachusetts and New Hampshire.

India all set to become a superpower, and Asia's No 1

India all set to become a superpower, and Asia's No 1

Rediff.com8 May 2015

A Harvard study says India's GDP will grow at 7.9 per cent annually in the next 8 years, well ahead of China's 4.6 per cent

5 wildlife getaways to make the most of your Diwali weekend

5 wildlife getaways to make the most of your Diwali weekend

Rediff.com10 Oct 2017

Still unsure about where you want to travel during the long Diwali weekend? We'll help you out.

The amazing Real Kashmir FC story

The amazing Real Kashmir FC story

Rediff.com5 Feb 2019

Real Kashmir FC proudly represents a region whose scars are getting a chance to be healed by the beautiful game.

Chinese firm files case against Apple's Siri technology

Chinese firm files case against Apple's Siri technology

Rediff.com3 Jul 2013

Representatives of Apple appeared in a Shanghai court on Tuesday to respond to the case filed by Shanghai Zhizhen Network Technology Co, the developer of a voice technology called Xiao i Robot.

7 nature trails in the world you cannot miss in 2017

7 nature trails in the world you cannot miss in 2017

Rediff.com24 Nov 2016

You don't need to be a fan of Jurassic Park or Jungle Book to head out on these holidays!

Here are the best photos from the World Press Photo Awards

Here are the best photos from the World Press Photo Awards

Rediff.com15 Feb 2017

The winners of the 60th annual World Press Photo Contest have been announced. The winning shot was taken by Turkish Associated Press photographer called Burhan Ozbilici, with an image he has simply titled An Assassination in Turkey. Showing Mevlut Mert Altintas shouting after shooting Andrei Karlov, the Russian ambassador to Turkey, at an art gallery in Ankara, Turkey, on December 19 2016.

World's top guns compete in counterterrorism Olympics

World's top guns compete in counterterrorism Olympics

Rediff.com24 Jul 2013

A New York Times report reveals what went down as the Special Forces of 18 countries faced off in mock battle.

Beef ban hits Indian farmers, traders

Beef ban hits Indian farmers, traders

Rediff.com23 Mar 2015

Prices of buffaloes and cattle have fallen by 20-30%.

The legend who inspired 3 Idiots

The legend who inspired 3 Idiots

Rediff.com5 Sep 2019

Magsaysay Award winner Sonam Wangchuk speaks to Claude Arpi about his journey, his fights, his hopes and how he became an inspiration for the Bollywood blockbuster.

How gullible Modi has been in dealing with Pakistan!

How gullible Modi has been in dealing with Pakistan!

Rediff.com8 Apr 2016

'The Pakistani game plan in making its envoy in India to perform the last rites of a fledgling peace process is madness with a method.'

Why we need to stop talking to Pakistan

Why we need to stop talking to Pakistan

Rediff.com6 Aug 2015

To persist with talks in the face of continuing terrorism that puts hundreds of Indian lives at stake is not only naive but morally repugnant and ethically unacceptable. It is time to see through this charade and abandon a path of high risk and no returns, says Vivek Gumaste.

Bhimbetka caves tell a story, one that dates back centuries

Bhimbetka caves tell a story, one that dates back centuries

Rediff.com22 Mar 2016

All noise seems to fade away at the Bhimbetka caves that seem to cast a magical spell on visitors.

Why I raised a banner of revolt against mining

Why I raised a banner of revolt against mining

Rediff.com6 Feb 2014

Dhirendra Mulkalwar, one of the protestors who raised a protest banner at Essar's Mumbai headquarters, on why he joined Greenpeace's Junglistan group that is working to save India's forests.

10 fantabulous things to do in Jodhpur

10 fantabulous things to do in Jodhpur

Rediff.com16 Dec 2016

The Blue City is calling out to you. Are you ready?

'Grandpa' Horner becomes oldest Grand Tour winner

'Grandpa' Horner becomes oldest Grand Tour winner

Rediff.com15 Sep 2013

American Chris Horner, nicknamed 'Grandpa' by his peers, created more than one landmark when he won the Tour of Spain on Sunday at the age of 41.

As govt eyes forest land, Mumbai's tribals faced with move to dingy flats

As govt eyes forest land, Mumbai's tribals faced with move to dingy flats

Rediff.com24 Apr 2018

With the Maharashtra government doling out pieces of the lush green Aarey forest to various utilities, the tribals living in it for generations are feeling increasingly insecure. Hepzi Anthony reports.

Revealed: Why this man was checking Bella Hadid's bottom!

Revealed: Why this man was checking Bella Hadid's bottom!

Rediff.com4 Dec 2016

The weekly fashion round-up, where we bring you the latest on supermodels, style, designers and everything in between.

Democracy reaches out to lone voters in far flung corners of Gujarat

Democracy reaches out to lone voters in far flung corners of Gujarat

Rediff.com14 Apr 2014

There are constituencies in the remote, far-flung corners of certain parts of Gujarat with only a handful of registered voters. Why, there is just one voter, who lives amid the lions and leopards in the Gir forest. But the Election Commission of India ensures that every eligible citizen gets to participate in the country's five-yearly democratic rite.

21 award-winning wildlife photographs of the year!

21 award-winning wildlife photographs of the year!

Rediff.com18 Dec 2015

Presenting the best of Sanctuary Asia Wildlife Awards 2015.

A unique idea to train entrepreneurs in the jungle!

A unique idea to train entrepreneurs in the jungle!

Rediff.com16 Mar 2015

Jungliceo.com has wowed new business owners.

Kabini Diaries: A tigress and her cub play hide-and-seek!

Kabini Diaries: A tigress and her cub play hide-and-seek!

Rediff.com27 Sep 2016

Rajesh Karkera relives exciting and eerie moments following a tigress.

Into the wild with Valmik Thapar

Into the wild with Valmik Thapar

Rediff.com23 Feb 2015

Valmik Thapar's book -- Wildfire: The Splendours Of India's Animal Kingdom -- is a reminder of India's sumptuous wildlife wealth at a time when there is a steady dilution of conservation policies

You have to see these Sony World Photography Awards images

You have to see these Sony World Photography Awards images

Rediff.com31 Mar 2017

The Sony World Photography Awards, an annual competition hosted by the World Photography Organisation, has announced the winners of its Open categories and National categories for 2017. This year's contest attracted 227,596 entries from 183 countries. Scroll down for a sensational selection of open winners and runners-up from the Sony awards.

I did not think I was going to win a Slam this year: Serena

I did not think I was going to win a Slam this year: Serena

Rediff.com8 Sep 2014

World No 1 Serena Williams swept past good friend Caroline Wozniacki 6-3, 6-3 in the US Open final on Sunday to move up in the record books with her 18th grand slam title.

Investors home in on mobile payment firms

Investors home in on mobile payment firms

Rediff.com13 Mar 2014

According to data from Venture Intelligence, PEs invested in two mobile payment solutions firms each in 2009, 2010 and 2011. This grew to four deals in 2012 and five deals in 2013.

Post the 26/11 attacks, have we learnt nothing?

Post the 26/11 attacks, have we learnt nothing?

Rediff.com27 Nov 2013

We continue to be what we were before 26/11-- sitting ducks, says Mahesh Vijapurkar.

The caged lions of Gir

The caged lions of Gir

Rediff.com5 Jul 2016

Are the lions tourists see in Gir forest really wild and free? Prasanna D Zore doesn't feel so.

The fascinating story of a 22-year-old snake rescuer

The fascinating story of a 22-year-old snake rescuer

Rediff.com19 Jan 2016

Gargi Vijaraghavan feels that the human species is a bigger danger to her beloved snakes.

Winter hiking and walking in the Himalayas

Winter hiking and walking in the Himalayas

Rediff.com3 Jan 2016

Here are 5 ways to soak in the wild beauty of the snowy outdoors. Take your pick!

Lahore stopover: Modi heeds Washington's wishes

Lahore stopover: Modi heeds Washington's wishes

Rediff.com26 Dec 2015

'Clearly, the Modi government is proving to be far more willing than any previous government in Delhi to hitch India's wagons with the US' regional strategies.'

'Only the journey matters'

'Only the journey matters'

Rediff.com10 Dec 2015

Darjeeling born Ekom Mamik found her true calling in life in Kenya, when she least expected it.