News for 'maestro'

Nagal rises to career-best 159 in ATP rankings

Nagal rises to career-best 159 in ATP rankings

Rediff.com16 Sep 2019

The 22-year-old from Haryana ended runners up in the Banja Luka ATP Challenger event on Sunday following a first round appearance at the US Open last month.

'Never ever had I imagined that I would one day give a voice to my nation'

'Never ever had I imagined that I would one day give a voice to my nation'

Rediff.com15 Apr 2022

'A Colourful World is for every child, telling them that like the different coloured crayons in a box, they should also appreciate their differing identities, shine and live peacefully with other human beings in our colourful world.'

Two reasons why Kohli is comparable to Kapil...

Two reasons why Kohli is comparable to Kapil...

Rediff.com12 Apr 2020

Virat Kohli is rated as one of the best batsmen of all time due to his ability to amass big runs and single-handedly change the complexion of the game regardless of the format.

Pix: Mrs and Mr Rahman have fun at Cannes

Pix: Mrs and Mr Rahman have fun at Cannes

Rediff.com16 May 2019

They presented the song, Scent Of A Song, from Rahman's directorial debut, Le Musk.

Pt Jasraj's mortal remains to be flown to Mumbai today

Pt Jasraj's mortal remains to be flown to Mumbai today

Rediff.com18 Aug 2020

Disciples and followers of music legend Pandit Jasraj in the United States paid their tributes to the Indian classical vocalist and described his passing away as an irreparable loss to India and its cultural heritage while fondly recalling his humble and gentle nature.

In Pix: Pandit Ravi Shankar's BEAUTIFUL life!

In Pix: Pandit Ravi Shankar's BEAUTIFUL life!

Rediff.com7 Apr 2020

A walk down memory lane with these amazing flashback pictures of the legendary sitar maestro, Pandit Ravi Shankar, as we celebrate his 100th birth anniversary today.

Ebrahim Alkazi: 'A man who taught us how to see'

Ebrahim Alkazi: 'A man who taught us how to see'

Rediff.com5 Aug 2020

'He taught us not only about theatre, acting or dramas but also about life.' 'He made us discover ourselves.'

Vishy Anand back in India after three months

Vishy Anand back in India after three months

Rediff.com30 May 2020

Former World chess champion Viswanathan Anand finally returned to India on Saturday after being stuck in Germany for over three months due to the travel restrictions imposed in the wake of the coronavirus pandemic. The Chennai-based chess maestro arrived by an Air India flight from Frankfurt via Delhi and reached the Kempegowda International Airport in Bengaluru around 1.15 pm local time.

'It is such a beautiful song'

'It is such a beautiful song'

Rediff.com14 Oct 2021

Theek nahi lagta, a song written by Lata Mangeshkar's favourite lyricist Gulzar, was believed to have been lost.

The MAGIC OF Laxmikant-Pyarelal

The MAGIC OF Laxmikant-Pyarelal

Rediff.com22 Nov 2021

'Laxmi and I firmly believed that while working, the egoistic word 'Main (I)' never interferes.'

Buying a sedan? 2021 may be just the year for it

Buying a sedan? 2021 may be just the year for it

Rediff.com13 Jan 2021

There are a whopping 10 sedans slated for a launch in India this year. Rajesh Karkera/Rediff.com gives the lowdown.

Djokovic breaks Federer's No 1 record, eyes more majors

Djokovic breaks Federer's No 1 record, eyes more majors

Rediff.com7 Mar 2021

While Djokovic has a firm grip on top spot, there will be a new number two on March 15 in Russian Daniil Medvedev, who will climb one place to his career-best ranking to replace Nadal, who has not played since the Australian Open due to a back injury.

Kohli vs Dhoni as table toppers RCB take on CSK

Kohli vs Dhoni as table toppers RCB take on CSK

Rediff.com24 Apr 2021

The in-form Virat Kohli's Royal Challengers Bangalore takes on Mahendra Singh Dhoni's Chennai Super Kings in a top-of-the-table IPL showdown in Mumbai on Sunday with two points and momentum at stake.

Three factors that'll help Kohli breach Tendulkar's record of 100 international tons

Three factors that'll help Kohli breach Tendulkar's record of 100 international tons

Rediff.com25 Apr 2020

'We are talking about phenomenal numbers here. Give it another seven-eight years of cricket and the way he is going currently, Kohli can definitely knock it off easily'

'I am celebrating this new India'

'I am celebrating this new India'

Rediff.com21 Aug 2020

'India is an amazing country.'

Andy Murray to be daddy again!

Andy Murray to be daddy again!

Rediff.com3 Jul 2017

World number one Andy Murray is all set to embrace fatherhood for the second time.

5 AMAZING Duets featuring Lata & Asha

5 AMAZING Duets featuring Lata & Asha

Rediff.com1 Feb 2021

The Mangeshkar sisters -- Lata and Asha -- have sung about 80 Hindi songs together.

'Fashion in India will become more realistic'

'Fashion in India will become more realistic'

Rediff.com19 Oct 2020

Designer Aarushi Kilawat gives Rediff.com a glimpse of her Lakm Fashion Week 2020 collection, Between The Lines.

Snubbed by Sena, Akhilesh welcomes Ghulam Ali with arms wide open

Snubbed by Sena, Akhilesh welcomes Ghulam Ali with arms wide open

Rediff.com11 Oct 2015

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Akhilesh Yadav made it a point to welcome and felicitate popular Pakistani ghazal maestro Ghulam Ali, who was forced to cancel his show in Mumbai following protests by Shiv Sena.

Legendary classical musician Ustad Ghulam Mustafa Khan passes away

Legendary classical musician Ustad Ghulam Mustafa Khan passes away

Rediff.com17 Jan 2021

Melody queen Lata Mangeshkar, Sitar maestro Ustad Amjad Ali Khan and music composer AR Rahman also paid tributes to the musician.

Federer feels his story is unfinished, eyes full fitness by Wimbledon

Federer feels his story is unfinished, eyes full fitness by Wimbledon

Rediff.com8 Mar 2021

Tennis is like "riding a bike" for Federer, who is not worried about his game or starting with "really low" expectations, but is more interested to see how his knee reacts to the rigours of competitive tennis.

Pay tribute to Mehdi Hassan, right here

Pay tribute to Mehdi Hassan, right here

Rediff.com13 Jun 2012

Ghazal legend Mehdi Hassan passed away today following multiple organ failure.

The Masters of Grand Slams

The Masters of Grand Slams

Rediff.com31 Jul 2018

A Swiss maestro. A Spanish wizard. A Serbian ace.

Chess legend Anand returns home after over three months

Chess legend Anand returns home after over three months

Rediff.com6 Jun 2020

Chess maestro Viswanathan Anand finally reunited with his family in Chennai after being stuck in Germany for over three months as the former World chess champion reached his home in Chennai on Saturday after completing a seven-day institutional quarantine in Bengaluru. Anand had returned to India on May 30.

'There might be many better actors than me'

'There might be many better actors than me'

Rediff.com7 Jul 2021

''This body is mine. And bearing its burden has become quite a task,' Dilip Kumar once told Subhash K Jha.'

It's not time to gather at religious places: AR Rahman on COVID-19

It's not time to gather at religious places: AR Rahman on COVID-19

Rediff.com2 Apr 2020

'Listen to the government's advice. Self-isolation for a few weeks may give you many more years.'

Kohli tops Bradman, Tendulkar & Sehwag in run spree

Kohli tops Bradman, Tendulkar & Sehwag in run spree

Rediff.com11 Oct 2019

Virat Kohli surpassed Australian batting legend Don Bradman after amassing the most 150-plus scores as captain in international cricket, on Day 2 of the second Test against South Africa.

The Legend is dead, his work lives on

The Legend is dead, his work lives on

Rediff.com16 Nov 2020

The suave actor of the world, sometimes called the last of the Mohicans and familiar to students of cinema anywhere in the globe, acted in 14 Ray films and over 300 others, gracefully transitioning into commercial cinema in a variety of roles.

Quiz: Guess these A R Rahman songs!

Quiz: Guess these A R Rahman songs!

Rediff.com10 Jan 2017

How big a fan are you? Find out!

Should BCCI retire Dhoni's jersey No 7?

Should BCCI retire Dhoni's jersey No 7?

Rediff.com16 Aug 2020

The only instance of a jersey being retired in Indian cricket was when Sachin Tendulkar bid adieu to the game.

Rohit, Kumble donate funds to combat coronavirus

Rohit, Kumble donate funds to combat coronavirus

Rediff.com31 Mar 2020

Rohit Sharma, who is the vice-captain of the Indian ODI team, has donated Rs 45 lakh and Rs 25 lakh to the and CM's Relief Fund (Maharashtra) respectively. He has given Rs 5 lakh to 'Zomato Feeding India', which is helping families affected by the ongoing national lockdown, and another Rs 5 lakh to help aid the welfare of stray dogs.

The 5 important people in your start-up

The 5 important people in your start-up

Rediff.com8 Nov 2016

Being employee light is the latest fad.

Tennis round-up: Federer to miss this month's Miami Open

Tennis round-up: Federer to miss this month's Miami Open

Rediff.com2 Mar 2021

But after those events, Federer will take a training break, the paper reported.

Arjun Tendulkar shines with the ball for Mumbai in U-19 match

Arjun Tendulkar shines with the ball for Mumbai in U-19 match

Rediff.com21 Nov 2018

The junior Tendulkar returned with figures of five for 98 against Delhi in an Under-19 Cooch Behar Trophy match in New Delhi.

Pics: Kiara Advani walks the ramp with her mom

Pics: Kiara Advani walks the ramp with her mom

Rediff.com19 Sep 2017

Presenting pics from CSA's event The Eternal Bond.

Andy Murray and wife blessed with 2nd child

Andy Murray and wife blessed with 2nd child

Rediff.com8 Nov 2017

Earlier in July, it was announced that Murray and Kim are expecting their second baby.

Football: Juventus sack Pirlo; India unmoved in rankings

Football: Juventus sack Pirlo; India unmoved in rankings

Rediff.com29 May 2021

Pirlo started his first season in charge of a senior side looking to make it 10 successive Serie A titles for Juve, but the rookie coach struggled.

'They call me King of Disco'

'They call me King of Disco'

Rediff.com16 Feb 2022

'Oscar has been given to A R Rahman.' Ringa Ringa Ringa, Choli ki peeche kya hai -- What's the difference? Exactly the same. Also, Jai ho.' 'I did Ramba ho in 1985.' 'Rahman combined three of my songs and got Best Original Score.' 'The Ho came from me.' 'Bappi Lahiri brought the Ho to Bollywood.'

Sports Shorts: Hamilton not chasing Schumacher's F1 title record

Sports Shorts: Hamilton not chasing Schumacher's F1 title record

Rediff.com26 Sep 2017

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

The Dream Goals of Euro 2020

The Dream Goals of Euro 2020

Rediff.com5 Jul 2021

Lorenzo Insigne curled a quite wonderful shot beyond the reach of Belgium goal-keeper Thibaut Courtois after jinking in from the left flank.