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'When I saw Aamir in Rangeela, I thought...'

'When I saw Aamir in Rangeela, I thought...'

Rediff.com2 Jul 2021

'He must have had a gala time playing that part.' 'When I got a chance to do that in Toofaan, I absolutely relished it.'

Is Dileesh Pothan our finest film-maker?

Is Dileesh Pothan our finest film-maker?

Rediff.com6 Apr 2021

'I might in the future step out of a Dileesh Pothan movie not completely satisfied, but content I'll be in the knowledge that our greatest living film-maker had failed striving to be something more than just an auteur,' notes Sreehari Nair.

Is The Crown Fact or Fiction?

Is The Crown Fact or Fiction?

Rediff.com9 Feb 2021

For the current generation, enchanted by the monarchy but unaware of its past, The Crown may well perform the role of a history textbook, notes Dhruv Munjal.

Govt set to bring Ordinances on two anti-corruption bills

Govt set to bring Ordinances on two anti-corruption bills

Rediff.com25 Feb 2014

Pushed by Congress vice president Rahul Gandhi, the government looks set to shortly bring ordinances on two anti-corruption bills along with three other legislations which could not be passed during the just-concluded Parliament session.

Study links good health to successful career

Study links good health to successful career

Rediff.com24 Apr 2008

A new study has suggested that people enjoying a higher social status were less likely to suffer chronic stress and ill-health, while feelings of failure triggered brain changes linked to stress and pain.

Serena edges out Ostapenko in Fed Cup; Osaka loses

Serena edges out Ostapenko in Fed Cup; Osaka loses

Rediff.com8 Feb 2020

Serena Williams had to dig deep to fend off Latvian challenger Jelena Ostapenko as she wrapped up Friday's play at the Fed Cup in Seattle with a hard-fought victory that gave the United States a 2-0 advantage. Williams' experience and savvy ways showed in critical moments against the 22-year-old Ostapenko as she prevailed 7-6(4), 7-6(3) in a match that took one hour and 46 minutes.

India's battle with anorexia and bulimia

India's battle with anorexia and bulimia

Rediff.com16 Mar 2018

It's more common than majority of Indians realise.

8 lessons young Indians can learn from the Mahatma

8 lessons young Indians can learn from the Mahatma

Rediff.com3 Oct 2018

'He serves as an inspiring example for us to learn to emerge stronger and achieve success,' notes Pradeep Jolly.

PHOTO: Obama weeps as he unveils gun control measures

PHOTO: Obama weeps as he unveils gun control measures

Rediff.com6 Jan 2016

"Every time I think about those kids, it gets me mad," Obama said as tears streamed down his cheeks in the East Room of the White House in the presence of a large number of victims of mass shootings.

No Lockdown Romance? Love Guru Tips

No Lockdown Romance? Love Guru Tips

Rediff.com12 Jul 2021

Relationship problems? Let Love Guru help.

Pakistani court annuls Musharraf's death penalty

Pakistani court annuls Musharraf's death penalty

Rediff.com13 Jan 2020

The special court of Islamabad on December 17 last handed down the death penalty to 74-year-old Musharraf after six years of hearing the high-profile treason case against him. The case was filed by the Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz government in 2013.

How COVID-19 affects your brain

How COVID-19 affects your brain

Rediff.com13 Nov 2020

'There are different reasons for brain involvement depending on how the virus has entered the body.' 'If the virus enters the brain from the nose, the impairment will be different as opposed to if the virus impairs other organs which in turn impair the brain.' 'If it affects the lungs or heart, there can still be brain changes from secondary effects of reduction in oxygen delivery, or reduction in blood supply to the brain.'

'I allowed myself to cry, to feel the pain'

'I allowed myself to cry, to feel the pain'

Rediff.com9 Oct 2018

'It's important to remember that we're allowed to have those bad days.' 'Forcing yourself to be happy and cheerful all the time serves no purpose.' 'Who are we being fake and putting on an act for?'

'I don't feel happy. Please help'

'I don't feel happy. Please help'

Rediff.com6 Oct 2020

Mind/life coach, NLP trainer and Mental Health Guru Anu Krishna answers readers' queries and guides them to take control of their life.

'No point living life in regret, yaar'

'No point living life in regret, yaar'

Rediff.com9 Feb 2022

'Trust me, I don't even enjoy the company of friends who live in regret.' 'You either own your decisions or just let it go and work harder to get something better.'

Diet: Focus on small changes to start with

Diet: Focus on small changes to start with

Rediff.com25 Mar 2019

Following an active lifestyle rather than a sedentary one is essential to eliminate risk of diseases.

Secret Superstar Zaira Wasim's heartwrenching post reveals her battle with depression

Secret Superstar Zaira Wasim's heartwrenching post reveals her battle with depression

Rediff.com11 May 2018

'Popping five antidepressants every day, anxiety attacks, being rushed to the hospital in the middle of the night, feeling empty, restless, hallucinations, self loathing, nervous breakdowns, suicidal thoughts were all parts of this phase...' Aamir Khan's young discovery says she has decided to go on a 'complete break'.

The RIGHT way to do Pranayama

The RIGHT way to do Pranayama

Rediff.com9 Feb 2021

Yoga expert Shikha Pandey tells you how effective breathing can help you balance your energies and improve the health of your lungs.

Soccer player banned for 20 years

Soccer player banned for 20 years

Rediff.com10 Feb 2004

An indoor soccer player in Australia has been banished from the sport for 20 years after punching a referee in the face.

Your mantra for today -- exercise!

Your mantra for today -- exercise!

Rediff.com6 Jul 2005

Sick Hamilton aims to sleep off German GP disappointment

Sick Hamilton aims to sleep off German GP disappointment

Rediff.com29 Jul 2019

Lewis Hamilton is planning to get plenty of rest over the next few days

COVID-19: You can SAVE your life!

COVID-19: You can SAVE your life!

Rediff.com14 Oct 2020

'Try to get in 30 to 60 minutes of a brisk walk every day, like my grandparents would do in the village -- twice a day they would go for morning walks and they would go after dinner.'

Is stress taking you down?

Is stress taking you down?

Rediff.com29 Jan 2007

In today's ever-increasing chaotic and demanding lifestyle, stress is bound to affect everyone. How does one cope?

Trott insists Johnson not responsible for his early exit from Ashes tour

Trott insists Johnson not responsible for his early exit from Ashes tour

Rediff.com22 Sep 2014

England batsman Jonathan Trott has insisted that Australian fast bowler Mitchell Johnson was not the one to blame for his early exit from their Ashes tour as he criticised former English skipper Michael Vaughan's reaction to his health problems.

Delhi smog: Companies face 5-10% staff crunch as employees call in sick

Delhi smog: Companies face 5-10% staff crunch as employees call in sick

Rediff.com7 Nov 2016

Moreover, Assocham warned that the phenomenon is likely to hurt Brand India and impact the country's tourism

Maqbool is the SEXIEST Indian Film Ever

Maqbool is the SEXIEST Indian Film Ever

Rediff.com27 Aug 2021

In Maqbool, Vishal Bhardwaj did a Godfather; in that he took something that was pulpy and fast and gripping, and made out of it something timeless and grand, feels Sreehari Nair.

WATCH: Pakistan captain handles uncomfortable questions

WATCH: Pakistan captain handles uncomfortable questions

Rediff.com17 Jun 2019

A defeat against India inevitably gives rise to conspiracy theories and the post match media interaction was no different.

Is he F1's newest champion-in-waiting?

Is he F1's newest champion-in-waiting?

Rediff.com2 Apr 2019

The youngest Ferrari race driver since 1961 proved he has what it takes to handle the weight of expectation that comes with driving for the sport's most successful and glamorous team.

Major changes in Australia's Test team after India debacle

Major changes in Australia's Test team after India debacle

Rediff.com9 Jan 2019

Batsmen Aaron Finch, Shaun Marsh, Peter Handscomb and all-rounder Mitchell Marsh were all dropped from the squad that lost a home Test series against India for the first time.

Why deprive same sex couples of their legal rights?

Why deprive same sex couples of their legal rights?

Rediff.com2 Feb 2021

When the highest court gave a decision on the Navtej Singh Johar case, it held that LGBT citizens have a right to not be discriminated against on the basis of their sexual orientation. It was keeping this in mind that this same sex couple approached the Delhi high court.

Modest hopes for Federer ahead of injury comeback

Modest hopes for Federer ahead of injury comeback

Rediff.com10 Apr 2016

Roger Federer was giving absolutely no guarantees about his form on Sunday, as the four-time finalist prepared for his first ATP start in more than two months at the Monte Carlo Masters. The 17-time Grand Slam winner will be starting afresh in the second round on the Monte Carlo Country Club clay after his early February knee operation. After hitting for nearly a week at the seaside venue overlooking the Mediterranean, the Swiss said that next week will be key for deciding his further schedule ahead of the French Open - the second major of the season. "I feel more rust than rest, but I am rested, mentally and physically," the 34-year-old said. "I don't think about the Roland Garros title," the 2009 Paris champion added.

Bhima Koregaon case: Varavara Rao gets 6-month bail on medical grounds

Bhima Koregaon case: Varavara Rao gets 6-month bail on medical grounds

Rediff.com22 Feb 2021

Rao, 82, an accused in the Elgar Parishad-Maoist links case being probed by the National Investigation Agency (NIA), is currently undergoing treatment in the Mumbai-based Nanavati Hospital where he had been admitted by the Maharashtra government following the high court's intervention.

Batsman Trott gets England 'A' recall on domestic form

Batsman Trott gets England 'A' recall on domestic form

Rediff.com29 Oct 2014

Batsman Jonathan Trott has been selected for the England Lions tour of South Africa, his first international call-up since leaving last year's Ashes tour with a stress-related illness.

PHOTOS: India walloped in Wellington

PHOTOS: India walloped in Wellington

Rediff.com24 Feb 2020

The batsmen's inadequacies in adverse conditions were laid bare as India crashed to an embarrassing 10-wicket defeat against a ruthless New Zealand side that wrapped up the opening Test in just over three days, in Wellington, on Monday. Starting the day on 144 for four, India were all out for 191 in 81 overs in their second innings, a shade better after their dismal 165 in the first innings, which eventually proved decisive.

Special evacuation flights for Indians in US to begin this week

Special evacuation flights for Indians in US to begin this week

Rediff.com5 May 2020

While no exact dates have been announced yet, the flights could take off from San Francisco, New York, Chicago and Washington DC, the officials said.

Ghosal climbs to career-high 15 in squash rankings

Ghosal climbs to career-high 15 in squash rankings

Rediff.com1 Dec 2013

Saurav Ghosal's good show in the World Championship propelled him to a career-high 15 in the men's world rankings published today by the Professional Squash Association (PSA).

'Severity, deaths not higher, but more transmissible'

'Severity, deaths not higher, but more transmissible'

Rediff.com2 Apr 2021

'People are just putting the mask below their nose.' 'They are only protecting the mouth, but not the nose.' 'People need to understand that it is the nose which has to be protected.'

The CBI story: How and why Sheena Bora was killed

The CBI story: How and why Sheena Bora was killed

Rediff.com21 Nov 2015

Fear of Sheena Bora inheriting the entire property of her and her husband in the event of the victim's marriage to Peter Mukerjea's son Rahul is said to be the prime motive for Indrani Mukerjea to do away with her daughter, according to the Central Bureau of Investigation chargesheet in the sensational case.

The truth behind health ministry's tall claims

The truth behind health ministry's tall claims

Rediff.com24 Jul 2015

Modi government's health ministry is good at making new claims but there is no visible sign of any new programme being initiated, finds out Manoj K.