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French Open PIX: Nadal downs Bolelli; Muguruza, Sharapova advance

French Open PIX: Nadal downs Bolelli; Muguruza, Sharapova advance

Rediff.com30 May 2018

Images from Day 3 of the French Open in Paris on Tuesday

India's exports dip sharply in March; 2014-15 target missed

India's exports dip sharply in March; 2014-15 target missed

Rediff.com17 Apr 2015

India's exports dipped deeper in the negative zone.

'I never saw myself gyrating to Govinda'

'I never saw myself gyrating to Govinda'

Rediff.com13 Dec 2019

'If everybody knows your name, that's success. Isn't that what society tells us? I experienced all that at a very young age. So how come I wasn't happy?' Lisa Ray wonders.

Want to study journalism in the US?

Want to study journalism in the US?

Rediff.com27 Jun 2015

In an online chat with Get Ahead reader, overseas education consultant NNS Chandra addressed queries related to international admissions.

How Modi will change India's foreign policy

How Modi will change India's foreign policy

Rediff.com14 May 2014

'Foreign policy-making cannot be shifted out of Delhi and the regional satraps, who do not have a national perspective, should not be allowed to dominate foreign policy. But regional inputs should be integral to foreign policy-making at every step of the way,' says Ambassador T P Sreenivasan.

Tennis roundup: Svitolina ends Osaka's run; Halep survives scare

Tennis roundup: Svitolina ends Osaka's run; Halep survives scare

Rediff.com23 Mar 2018

Ukrainian second seed Elina Svitolina ended Naomi Osaka's remarkable recent run with a 6-4, 6-2 triumph over the Indian Wells champion in the second round of the Miami Open on Friday.

Mumbai gets highest rainfall in 10 yrs, more to come

Mumbai gets highest rainfall in 10 yrs, more to come

Rediff.com1 Jul 2019

Private weather agency Skymet said Mumbai is at 'serious risk of flooding' between July 3 and 5.

Now you can dine like royalty, with the royals!

Now you can dine like royalty, with the royals!

Rediff.com21 Mar 2017

Eatwithindia is creating an event wherein 36 royal families will play host and share their culinary traditions.

Trump replaces Chief of Staff Priebus, appoints John Kelly

Trump replaces Chief of Staff Priebus, appoints John Kelly

Rediff.com29 Jul 2017

The latest shakeup of the White House leadership comes as the feud between Priebus and the new Communication Director Anthony Scaramucci went nasty over the past few days, hogging the media limelight.

8 traditional Goan recipes

8 traditional Goan recipes

Rediff.com26 Feb 2016

Bring out your earthenware and clay pots, don your apron and get cooking!

Forget Rs 200 crore, Adanis can only be fined Rs 1 lakh now

Forget Rs 200 crore, Adanis can only be fined Rs 1 lakh now

Rediff.com7 Jul 2016

In its final order, the environment ministry had concluded that the upfront payment of Rs 200 crore as Environment Restoration Fund for violations and damage done was not permitted under the Environment Protection Act. Consequent to this order, the penalty that could be imposed on any confirmation of violation in the future is a maximum of Rs 1 lakh.

What happens to BJP MP's private bill on Ayodhya?

What happens to BJP MP's private bill on Ayodhya?

Rediff.com12 Nov 2018

'If Rakesh Sinha introduces the bill, but it does not pass the Rajya Sabha in six years, then the bill will lapse.'

US opens new embassy in Jerusalem amid 41 deaths in Gaza

US opens new embassy in Jerusalem amid 41 deaths in Gaza

Rediff.com14 May 2018

Palestinians, who protested massively along the Gaza border clashed with Israeli forces.

Shhh! Maharashtrian cuisine's best-kept secrets

Shhh! Maharashtrian cuisine's best-kept secrets

Rediff.com15 Dec 2017

There's more to the cuisine than just vada pav and kanda poha.

'Modi'fication of foreign policy

'Modi'fication of foreign policy

Rediff.com25 Oct 2013

Narendra Modi's promise to allow states a bigger say in strategising and building foreign policy is unexceptionable, says TP Sreenivasan.

Inside look: Obama's White House in the sky

Inside look: Obama's White House in the sky

Rediff.com21 Jan 2015

United States President Barack Obama will be arriving in India for his three-day visit on January 25. He will travel to India in his presidential plane, Air Force One. The presidential plane will be will be accorded the same protocol in Indian air space that is set aside for the president of India and the prime minister. Ahead of Obama's visit, here's what you need to know about the plane.

Add some delicious romance to your Valentine's Day

Add some delicious romance to your Valentine's Day

Rediff.com11 Feb 2015

This Valentine's Day woo your partner the old-fashioned way.

Our inward looking policy has cost us dearly

Our inward looking policy has cost us dearly

Rediff.com4 Jan 2016

What India has failed to acknowledge is that sub-conventional war is the name of the game and irregular forces have emerged with greater strategic value over conventional and even nuclear forces, and reliance purely on conventional force and diplomacy is grossly inadequate, says Lt Gen Prakash Katoch (retired).

'We should not discount the ISIS threat in India'

'We should not discount the ISIS threat in India'

Rediff.com19 Nov 2015

'These ISIS terrorists want to smash Western civilisation, smash India. For the time being though, their main target would be the US and Europe.'

Lakshadweep tourism takes baby steps in 12 islands

Lakshadweep tourism takes baby steps in 12 islands

Rediff.com21 Jul 2018

If things go as planned, the Centre will develop 12 new Lakshadweep islands under its island development programme. But they will limit their access to 'high-end' serious adventure and fun tourists -- those who won't mind spending more than Rs 15,000 for a one-night stay in some of the world's most exotic and unexplored places.

Renewal at Puri

Renewal at Puri

Rediff.com9 Mar 2015

It takes a festival for a city to reinvent itself.

40 years later, the water still scares Raja Sen

40 years later, the water still scares Raja Sen

Rediff.com18 Jun 2015

After all these years, Jaws still taps into the nightmares, says Raja Sen.

Vote: India's Sportsperson of 2015

Vote: India's Sportsperson of 2015

Rediff.com27 Dec 2015

Leander Paes... Sania Mirza... Pankaj Advani.. Saina Nehwal... Ravichandran Ashwin... Anirban Lahiri... Vijender Singh... Who is India's Sportsperson of 2015?

President hosts Inspired Teachers at Rashtrapati Bhavan

President hosts Inspired Teachers at Rashtrapati Bhavan

Rediff.com18 Jun 2015

Thirty one outstanding teachers were invited to Rashtrapati Bhavan for a first-ever in-residence programme.

9 bloody standoffs the world has seen

9 bloody standoffs the world has seen

Rediff.com10 Jan 2015

Even as France mourns the bloodiest terrorist attack for 20 years, let's take a look at some major standoffs witnessed in the past:

Khel Ratna for Sindhu, Sakshi, Dipa and Jitu

Khel Ratna for Sindhu, Sakshi, Dipa and Jitu

Rediff.com23 Aug 2016

In an unprecedented move, the Rajiv Gandhi Khel Ratna, the country's highest sporting award, will be conferred on four athletes this year. The Sports Ministry announced on Monday that Olympic medalists P V Sindhu and Sakshi Malik will be honoured alongside trail-blazing gymnast Dipa Karmakar and ace shooter Jitu Rai.

Preeti Shenoy: Swimming with the dolphins

Preeti Shenoy: Swimming with the dolphins

Rediff.com21 Mar 2016

What if a celebrity told you about their favourite holiday destination? Told you about all the things they like to do there -- be it tasting the local cuisine, indulging in leisure activities or haunting museums.

Soaring to new heights! Sunita Williams picked for first commercial space flight

Soaring to new heights! Sunita Williams picked for first commercial space flight

Rediff.com10 Jul 2015

The Indian-American astronaut will fly the first space capsules built by private companies, SpaceX and Boeing.

This is the first time Headley has spoken before a judge'

This is the first time Headley has spoken before a judge'

Rediff.com12 Mar 2016

'Headley's confirmation of certain aspects of the conspiracy, its planning and what his role was will definitely matter.'

Savouring Ramzan delights

Savouring Ramzan delights

Rediff.com30 Jun 2015

Ramzan food walk reveals Old Delhi's culinary tradition!

Working on my half smashes to get closer to my goal: Saina

Working on my half smashes to get closer to my goal: Saina

Rediff.com15 Jul 2016

Bolstered by Australian Open triumph, India ace shuttler Saina Nehwal says she is now working on her half smashes under the watchful eyes of coach Vimal Kumar to get closer to the goal of winning a gold medal at next month's Rio Olympics. "The victory in Australia came at just the right time. I was really looking forward for some change and nothing boosts confidence like winning. I needed a win to keep believing that I am on the right track," the 26-year-old told PTI.

These PHOTOS will inspire your next trip

These PHOTOS will inspire your next trip

Rediff.com12 Dec 2016

Winners of the 2016 National Geographic Nature Photographer of the Year.

Desi among 12 NASA astronauts chosen from 18,300

Desi among 12 NASA astronauts chosen from 18,300

Rediff.com8 Jun 2017

Lt Col Raja "Grinder" Chari, 39 is in the batch of 2017.

The 'odd' man who opted out of the race for big job

The 'odd' man who opted out of the race for big job

Rediff.com27 Jun 2014

Gopal Subramanium would have been a plus to the apex bench, aver many, who point to his record and speak for his integrity

Lessons Americans can teach Indians in military command

Lessons Americans can teach Indians in military command

Rediff.com26 Apr 2016

Opposition to tri-service structures comes not just from bureaucrats and politicians as the generals like to lament, but equally from within the military. Neither the army, navy or air force chiefs want to relinquish control over their theatre commands, with these cutting edge units placed under some commander who reports elsewhere, says Ajai Shukla.

Will Trump serve his full term?

Will Trump serve his full term?

Rediff.com19 May 2017

The ongoing civil war in the White House between representatives of the Alt Right, such as Steve Bannon, and the pragmatists has to end for Trump to complete a four-year term, says Hardeep S Puri.

China has 'no historic rights' in South China Sea, rules tribunal

China has 'no historic rights' in South China Sea, rules tribunal

Rediff.com12 Jul 2016

An international tribunal in the Hague has ruled in favour of the Philippines.

How airlines plan to draw passengers' attention

How airlines plan to draw passengers' attention

Rediff.com19 Jul 2016

As fliers find themselves spoilt for choice, airlines are looking at ways in which to position themselves distinctively.

Is Kim Jong-un planning for war?

Is Kim Jong-un planning for war?

Rediff.com7 Mar 2017

Will the unpredictable North Korean leader provoke conflict on the Korean peninsula?