Must read: A Hindu's battle to preserve Urdu!

In four years, Rekhta has become the largest online repository for Urdu poetry and literature in the world, says Veenu Sandhu.Illustration: Dominic Xavier/Rediff.com   The lawns of the Indira......

Must read: A Hindu's battle to preserve Urdu!

In four years, Rekhta has become the largest online repository for Urdu poetry and literature in the world, says Veenu Sandhu.Illustration: Dominic Xavier/Rediff.com   The lawns of the Indira......

Ban Pakistani artistes? Are we serious?

'We have never had a policy regarding Pakistani artistes working in India.''We welcome them with open arms and that remains the official policy of the Indian government, including the current......

Saudis sever ties with Iran as row over Shiite cleric's execution escalates

Saudi Arabia has severed diplomatic ties with regional rival Iran following attacks on the kingdom's embassy and consulate in the Islamic Republic over the execution of a prominent Shiite cleric.......

The singers Asha Bhosle admires

The legend talks about her favourite singers.Syed Firdaus Ashraf listens in.* IMAGE: A Madame Tussauds team took over 150 specific measurements and images to create the Asha Bhosle wax statue that......

Happy 70th, Javedsaab: A life in pictures

Just like his films and lyrics, Bollywood veteran Javed Akhtar has had a well-rounded life, peppered with beautiful moments.As he turns 70 on January 17, we present a glimpse into his world.Javed......

Happy birthday Priyanka Chopra!

Here's what your favourite Bollywood celebrities are tweeting: Priyanka Chopra, who is currently shooting Zoya Akhtar's forthcoming film Dil Dhadakne Do, celebrated her 32nd birthday on July 18.......

Chashme Baddoor: A fun take on the original

While the old Chashme Buddoor has lost none of its delicate charm, the new one is a rambunctious and rather enjoyable ride.Sai Paranjpye’s Chashme Buddoor, a light-hearted and......

All Squads: Qatar 2022 FIFA World Cup

The FIFA 2022 World Cup will kick-off in Qatar on Sunday, November 20. Here is a list of the 26-man squads playing in the quadrennial global football extravaganza.      ARGENTINA......

Ranji roundup: Mumbai on the verge of early exit

IMAGE: Shreyas Iyer is bowled by Akshay Wakhare. Photograph: PTI Vidarbha piled up a mammoth 511 in their first essay and then reduced Mumbai to 169 for six on the second day of their Elite Group......

Iran President Rouhani promises to allow women to attend football matches: FIFA

Iranian President Hassan Rouhani, a pragmatist, has repeatedly criticised the ban but has been unable to get it removed because of resistance from powerful hardliners in the clerical and security......

Ranji Trophy: Mumbai trounce Odisha for first win of season

IMAGE: Mumbai's players celebrate victory over Odisha. Photograph: PTI Mumbai registered their first victory of the season, thrashing Odisha by 120 runs in a Group ‘C’ Ranji Trophy......

Ranji Roundup: Karun Nair ton puts Karnataka ahead

IMAGE: Karun Nair celebrates his century. Photograph: BCCI Karun Nair returned to form with a patient hundred as Karnataka set a stiff target of 380 for Hyderabad on the third day of their Group......