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My Favourite Oscar Moment

My Favourite Oscar Moment

Rediff.com4 Mar 2025

The balance was so perfect in that moment, the irony so rich. Those who cheered on Elia Kazan were cheering on the one quality that made him such a singular artist: He was his own man and not susceptible to groupthink. Those who protested Kazan's presence were protesting that very quality: They were saying that he was too much of an outlier, a wolf in a radical's clothing. Sreehari Nair captures his Kodak moment at the Oscars.

Spin specialist: Shreyas Iyer, India's middle-order maestro!

Spin specialist: Shreyas Iyer, India's middle-order maestro!

Rediff.com15 Feb 2025

Shreyas Iyer's ability to negotiate spin bowling effectively makes him a crucial asset for India in the ICC Champions Trophy.

If You Missed The Oscars, Read This

If You Missed The Oscars, Read This

Rediff.com3 Mar 2025

Sean Baker broke a record by winning four Oscars just himself for Anora: Best Picture, Best Director, Best Editing and Best Original Screenplay.

'McSweeney's debut vs Bumrah the toughest in 10 Years'

'McSweeney's debut vs Bumrah the toughest in 10 Years'

Rediff.com22 Dec 2024

McSweeney was dismissed by Bumrah four times across six innings and the Australia selectors have replaced him with teenage sensation Sam Konstas for the Melbourne and Sydney Test.

'In quest for moksha': Foreigners take dip in Sangam

'In quest for moksha': Foreigners take dip in Sangam

Rediff.com13 Jan 2025

Among a sea of humanity that took the holy dip in the Sangam in their quest for 'moksha' on Monday was a large number of overseas visitors, soaking in the spiritual fervour at the world's largest gathering of humans.

Kohli penalised for Boxing Day incident with Konstas

Kohli penalised for Boxing Day incident with Konstas

Rediff.com26 Dec 2024

Virat Kohli fined 20 per cent match fees, one demerit point for his altercation with Sam Konstas

Judge, not an agent: Union Minister slams K'taka Covid panel chief

Judge, not an agent: Union Minister slams K'taka Covid panel chief

Rediff.com11 Nov 2024

Joshi said that the D'Cunha Commission released an interim report without issuing a notice to Yediyurappa or Ramulu.

A dash of Salt and Pepper for England in ODIs

A dash of Salt and Pepper for England in ODIs

Rediff.com22 Oct 2024

Wicketkeeper-batter Michael Pepper has been called up to the England ODI squad to tour West Indies and, in the absence of injured captain Jos Buttler, could open with Phil Salt.

'Shubman Gill Frustrates Me'

'Shubman Gill Frustrates Me'

Rediff.com14 Jan 2025

Shubman Gill has gone past the 50-run mark just once in his last 11 innings, failing in three successive series -- against Bangladesh, New Zealand and Australia.

Champions League PIX: PSG oust Liverpool; Barca, Bayern, Inter in quarters

Champions League PIX: PSG oust Liverpool; Barca, Bayern, Inter in quarters

Rediff.com12 Mar 2025

A summary of Tuesday's Champions League Round of 16, Second Leg, matches.

Clarke FUMES after McSweeney dropped

Clarke FUMES after McSweeney dropped

Rediff.com20 Dec 2024

Michael Clarke feels the Australian selectors have erred by dropping Nathan McSweeney mid-series against India

'Any conditions, any format, this guy's a freak'

'Any conditions, any format, this guy's a freak'

Rediff.com8 Jan 2025

'I think Bumrah is that good... he's so much better than the other bowlers they had in the team.'

Make Way For Santa Claus!

Make Way For Santa Claus!

Rediff.com23 Dec 2024

Bollywood gets into the Christmas spirit: Soha's unique Christmas decorations... Shriya meets Santa... Vaani speed-races to 2025...

Michael Johnson Is Neeraj Chopra's Latest Fan!

Michael Johnson Is Neeraj Chopra's Latest Fan!

Rediff.com4 Jan 2023

Michael Johnson tweeted Neeraj Chopra is a 'javelin thrower with the movement of a sprinter/jumper'.

Ashwin picks his favourites for Champions Trophy 2025

Ashwin picks his favourites for Champions Trophy 2025

Rediff.com9 Feb 2025

Spin great Ravichandran Ashwin says New Zealand, despite the absence of the long-serving pace duo of Trent Boult and Tim Southee, who have quit playing the 50-over format, will pose a challenge to India.

Anthony Davis Makes NBA History

Anthony Davis Makes NBA History

Rediff.com6 Jan 2025

Despite being listed as doubtful starter due to a left ankle strain, Anthony Davis took to the court and delivered a record-breaking performance.

Djokovic leans on coach Murray to help climb rankings

Djokovic leans on coach Murray to help climb rankings

Rediff.com29 Dec 2024

'I think he's bringing a fresh look to my game and I'll be able to benefit from that, no doubt, on the court. But also that champion mentality he has, I'm sure we'll match very well.'

Bundesliga PIX: Mainz stun Bayern; Leverkusen win

Bundesliga PIX: Mainz stun Bayern; Leverkusen win

Rediff.com15 Dec 2024

Mainz 05's Lee Jae-sung scored either side of the break as the hosts stunned Bundesliga leaders Bayern Munich 2-1 on Saturday.

Will The USA Dance To Trump Tonight?

Will The USA Dance To Trump Tonight?

Rediff.com5 Nov 2024

Glimpses of Republican presidential nominee Donald J Trump's final campaign rally at the PPG Paints Arena in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, November 4, 2024.

PIX: Bayern Munich crush Frankfurt; Real Madrid ease to victory

PIX: Bayern Munich crush Frankfurt; Real Madrid ease to victory

Rediff.com24 Feb 2025

Bundesliga leaders Bayern Munich powered past third-placed Eintracht Frankfurt 4-0 with an impressive display of high-pressing football on Sunday.

All eyes on RBI Governor Sanjay Malhotra as MPC meeting begins

All eyes on RBI Governor Sanjay Malhotra as MPC meeting begins

Rediff.com5 Feb 2025

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) is expected to cut interest rates for the first time in nearly five years in Governor Sanjay Malhotra's first monetary policy committee (MPC) meeting on Wednesday. The meeting of the six-member MPC, which will culminate on Friday, aims to boost sluggish economic growth, which is seen falling to a four-year low. Malhotra took charge as the 26th RBI governor in December last year.

Marco And Mike Are Good News For India

Marco And Mike Are Good News For India

Rediff.com13 Nov 2024

'Communist China continues to aggressively expand its domain in the Indo-Pacific region.' 'It's crucial for the USA to continue its support in countering these malicious tactics.' 'India, along with other nations in the region, is not alone.'

IIT-JEE Main 2025 Tips: Don't Risk Negative Marking

IIT-JEE Main 2025 Tips: Don't Risk Negative Marking

Rediff.com21 Jan 2025

Start with your strongest subject. This will give you an edge. Don't risk negative marking with blind guesses, advises rediffGURU Nayagam PP.

'Emotions Got To Us'

'Emotions Got To Us'

Rediff.com26 Dec 2024

'I was just doing my gloves when I got the little shoulder charge, but it happens in cricket.'

Australia's mind games forced Rohit's shocking exit?

Australia's mind games forced Rohit's shocking exit?

Rediff.com6 Jan 2025

Rohit Sharma wilted under the traditional Australian tactic of mentally breaking down the opposition captains

'Never seen anyone like him'

'Never seen anyone like him'

Rediff.com16 Dec 2024

An all-format bowler, Bumrah took five for 30 in a memorable first-innings display and three for 42 in the second innings to guide India to a 295-run win in the Perth Test recently.

Lewis Hamilton's reign: A decade of dominance

Lewis Hamilton's reign: A decade of dominance

Rediff.com8 Dec 2024

Hamilton, who finished fourth on Sunday and joins Ferrari next year, has always raced with a Mercedes engine since his debut at McLaren in 2007.

Brook Goes Level With Tendulkar

Brook Goes Level With Tendulkar

Rediff.com12 Dec 2024

Harry Brook matched the legendary Sachin Tendulkar's career-high of 898 rating points in the ICC Test batting rankings.

IT firm employee dies of cardiac arrest in company office

IT firm employee dies of cardiac arrest in company office

Rediff.com29 Sep 2024

His colleagues rushed him to the All India Institute of Medical Sciences in Nagpur where doctors pronounced him dead upon arrival, he said.

India's dominance hurts Test cricket: Chappell

India's dominance hurts Test cricket: Chappell

Rediff.com26 Jan 2025

Former Australia captain Ian Chappell has criticized the ICC, calling it an "event management company" and stating that financially stronger boards are dictating a self-serving schedule that harms Test cricket.

'Rohit has earned right to walk away on his own terms'

'Rohit has earned right to walk away on his own terms'

Rediff.com1 Jan 2025

Former Australia captain Michael Clarke believes Rohit Sharma has earned the right to walk away from Test cricket on his own terms.

No signs of systemic risk build-up in bank credit: RBI's Michael Patra

No signs of systemic risk build-up in bank credit: RBI's Michael Patra

Rediff.com22 Sep 2023

India's bank credit remains resilient and is showing no signs of systematic risk, Reserve Bank of India (RBI) Deputy Governor Michael Patra said on Monday. A copy of the speech was uploaded on the RBI website on Thursday. "Bank credit is monitored as a lead indicator of overheating. Our assessment, based on a menu of approaches, indicates that current rates of credit expansion are not pointing to systemic stress building up. Illustratively, the credit gap - the difference between the credit to GDP ratio and its trend - is currently negative," said Patra, while delivering a speech in Cambodia.

Sultan of Johor Cup: Dilraj leads India to victory

Sultan of Johor Cup: Dilraj leads India to victory

Rediff.com20 Oct 2024

Mohd Konain Dad (7th minute) opened India's account before Dilraj (17th, 50th), Sharda Nand (20th, 50th) struck.

Kohli's clash with Konstas: Did he get off lightly?

Kohli's clash with Konstas: Did he get off lightly?

Rediff.com26 Dec 2024

'Completely acted wrong': Kohli shock as star avoids ban for 'ridiculous' clash with Aussie teen'

Kohli Got Benefit Of Doubt First Ball

Kohli Got Benefit Of Doubt First Ball

Rediff.com3 Jan 2025

Virat Kohli survived a controversial catch call on the first ball he faced in the fifth and final Test at Sydney on Friday.

At 12, Zakir Hussain got Rs 5 for first tabla show

At 12, Zakir Hussain got Rs 5 for first tabla show

Rediff.com16 Dec 2024

Eight years ago, tabla maestro Zakir Hussain had narrated how his father Alla Rakha had welcomed him into this world by putting the musical instrument's rhythms into his ears when asked to recite prayers.

PIX: Reddy leads India's fightback with gritty hundred

PIX: Reddy leads India's fightback with gritty hundred

Rediff.com28 Dec 2024

Images from Day 3 of the fourth Test between Australia and India at the MCG on Saturday.

Michael Slater back in rehab amid several assault charges

Michael Slater back in rehab amid several assault charges

Rediff.com12 Oct 2022

His lawyer informed the court that he was in a rehabilitation facility as the matter was adjourned for a week.

McSweeney 'devastated' after axing from Australia squad

McSweeney 'devastated' after axing from Australia squad

Rediff.com21 Dec 2024

Rookie Australia opener Nathan McSweeney admitted feeling "devastated" after being dropped for the last two Tests of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy series against India, but vowed to work hard to reclaim his spot in the national team.

CL PIX: Man City survive scare, Real storm through

CL PIX: Man City survive scare, Real storm through

Rediff.com30 Jan 2025

Manchester City came from behind to beat Club Brugge 3-1 and secure their place in the Champions League playoffs