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Buying your first bike? Read this first

Buying your first bike? Read this first

Rediff.com20 Aug 2018

These bikes are a good mixture of style, mileage, performance and affordability, says Rajesh Alva.

Bike review: 2016 Triumph Thruxton R

Bike review: 2016 Triumph Thruxton R

Rediff.com21 Jul 2016

We know that the new Thruxton R looks so beautiful that anyone can fall in love with it but its capabilities are best discovered on the roads

India faces no threat from the Ram temple

India faces no threat from the Ram temple

Rediff.com12 Aug 2020

'Now that the Ram mandir is done, we need to move on. And grapple with COVID-19, a sputtering economy, a belligerent China...' 'The temple may win a few more elections for the BJP, but by itself it won't solve the nation's growing problems of economic and social distress,' notes Virendra Kapoor.

Jolt for Subrata Roy, as Aamby Valley goes under the hammer

Jolt for Subrata Roy, as Aamby Valley goes under the hammer

Rediff.com14 Aug 2017

The liquidator said the properties are being sold under two distinct phases over a period of two days

Dileep to play a news anchor in Love 24 X 7

Dileep to play a news anchor in Love 24 X 7

Rediff.com5 May 2015

A lowdown on what's going on in the Malayalam film industry.

Must See: Sona Mohapatra walked like she owned it!

Must See: Sona Mohapatra walked like she owned it!

Rediff.com14 Oct 2016

Showstopper Sona Mohapatra and fashion designers impressed on Day two at Amazon India Fashion Week Spring/Summer 2017.

Like Nalanda, India must remain a melting pot of civilisations

Like Nalanda, India must remain a melting pot of civilisations

Rediff.com29 Aug 2016

Universities must be the bastions of free speech and expression. It must be the arena where diverse and conflicting schools of thought contend. There should be no room for intolerance, prejudice and hatred within the spaces of this institution. Further, it must act as flag-bearer for the coexistence of multiple views, thoughts and philosophies, says Pranab Mukherjee.

Priyanka vs Deepika, and other WOW dance-offs

Priyanka vs Deepika, and other WOW dance-offs

Rediff.com27 Sep 2019

Sukanya Verma looks at some of the dance-offs that regaled us in the past.

How will brands cut through the clutter to reach their audience?

How will brands cut through the clutter to reach their audience?

Rediff.com4 Nov 2018

As advertising reaches a cacophonous pitch, as it does every year around this time, brands say they are finding newer and more effective ways to reach their audiences.

Rest in peace, Mushir sahib!

Rest in peace, Mushir sahib!

Rediff.com12 Dec 2018

Mohammad Sajjad salutes the memory of Mushirul Hasan -- historian, thinker, academic, institution builder, -- who passed into the ages this week.

Five talking points from the weekend in La Liga

Five talking points from the weekend in La Liga

Rediff.com1 Apr 2019

Barcelona beat local rivals Espanyol 2-0 in the Catalan derby on Saturday to maintain their 10 point lead at the top of La Liga, while Real Madrid scraped a 3-2 win against bottom side Huesca on Sunday.

25 GORGEOUS FRAMES of Kareena Kapoor

25 GORGEOUS FRAMES of Kareena Kapoor

Rediff.com21 Sep 2020

On Kareena Kapoor's 40th birthday on September 21, Sukanya Verma handpicks 25 of her most stunning frames from various movies to highlight how she draws our attention in big and small ways.

Say bye-bye to those boring black suits...

Say bye-bye to those boring black suits...

Rediff.com3 Dec 2015

'Wearable' outfits for the 'fashion-conscious' modern man.

Anything But Khamosh! Shatrughan pens his biography

Anything But Khamosh! Shatrughan pens his biography

Rediff.com4 Dec 2015

A look at the top posts on social media from your favourite Bollywood celebrities.

Exciting new designers you want to check out!

Exciting new designers you want to check out!

Rediff.com30 Mar 2016

Creative and confident, these emerging fashion designers are the future of Indian fashion.

My Floyd Cardoz story

My Floyd Cardoz story

Rediff.com1 Apr 2020

For Chef Thomas Zacharias, Chef Floyd Cardoz, was a partner, mentor. And family.

Mahagathbandhan of rich, corrupt: Modi slams Opposition

Mahagathbandhan of rich, corrupt: Modi slams Opposition

Rediff.com20 Jan 2019

"The Opposition's mahagathbandhan is an alliance of corruption, negativity and instability. The Opposition has 'dhanshakti' (money power), we have 'janshakti' (people's power)," the prime minister said.

VOTE for the hottest August cover girl

VOTE for the hottest August cover girl

Rediff.com12 Aug 2016

Priyanka's sultry look or Elli Avram's elegance: Take your pick!

When Astad Deboo wowed Sweden's royalty

When Astad Deboo wowed Sweden's royalty

Rediff.com4 Jun 2015

Padma Shri Astad Deboo, the well-known contemporary Indian dancer, enthralled President Pranab Mukherjee as he settled down after his meetings with business leaders from India and Sweden in Stockholm on Tuesday night.

PIX: Peru and their fans will be missed

PIX: Peru and their fans will be missed

Rediff.com22 Jun 2018

Peru's entertaining team and their colourful army of joyous fans will be sorely missed at the World Cup after the South Americans fell victim to their old failing in front of goal.

The man who changed football

The man who changed football

Rediff.com26 Mar 2016

'Generations of football fans will eternally be grateful to Johan Cruyff and what he did for the beautiful game,' says Aabhas Sharma.

Kim vs Padma Lakshmi: Who's the hottest March covergirl?

Kim vs Padma Lakshmi: Who's the hottest March covergirl?

Rediff.com15 Mar 2018

Is Kim's daring debut any match for Padmalakshmi or Vaani Kapoor?

Don't miss! 10 fabulous moments from China Fashion Week

Don't miss! 10 fabulous moments from China Fashion Week

Rediff.com4 Nov 2016

Check out these 10 interesting moments from this seven-day fashion week in Beijing, China.

Trapped between two Indias

Trapped between two Indias

Rediff.com20 Apr 2017

The appointment of Yogi Adityanath as UP CM, the revival of the Ram Temple movement, the elevation of a ban on cow slaughter as a national priority, and the targeting of any social behaviour deemed contrary to a set of narrowly prescribed Indian values point to a social regression that contradicts the inclusive and forward-looking impulse that underlies Modi's vision of a modern India.

'I was always drawn to dark fairy tales'

'I was always drawn to dark fairy tales'

Rediff.com26 Jun 2020

'These are cautionary tales, warning you to grow up fast, to be aware of the world around you and make sure that there are no wolves hiding in the shadows.'

The legend of Socrates

The legend of Socrates

Rediff.com24 Jun 2017

How did how a reluctant, chain-smoking, beer-swigging footballer captain the greatest football nation in the world?

Here's what makes India strong contender to win WC

Here's what makes India strong contender to win WC

Rediff.com26 May 2019

Wicket-taking is going to play a crucial role in deciding this World Cup.

6 Rakhi Gifts For Your Sister That She Can Wear on Raksha Bandhan

6 Rakhi Gifts For Your Sister That She Can Wear on Raksha Bandhan

Rediff.com24 Aug 2015

6 Rakhi Gifts For Your Sister That She Can Wear on Raksha Bandhan

Hottest fashion trends we'll be wearing in 2016

Hottest fashion trends we'll be wearing in 2016

Rediff.com29 Dec 2015

The year ahead will be all about making a personal style statement with some help from designers

Junk food as bad as drugs and alcohol: Masterchef George Calombaris

Junk food as bad as drugs and alcohol: Masterchef George Calombaris

Rediff.com23 Aug 2015

Masterchef George Calombaris shares food secrets, his love for Indian cuisine and more..

10 habits that are slowly killing you

10 habits that are slowly killing you

Rediff.com24 Apr 2019

Sitting for long periods trigger a number of health problems including obesity, heart diseases, increased cholesterol levels, diabetes, stress, etc.

Dukes ball: Swing king Anderson's weapon of choice

Dukes ball: Swing king Anderson's weapon of choice

Rediff.com1 Aug 2019

368 of James Anderson's 575 Test wickets have come on home soil, where the Dukes ball has been the default during his long career.

WC qualifiers: England thump Hungary; Spain shocked

WC qualifiers: England thump Hungary; Spain shocked

Rediff.com3 Sep 2021

Summary of World Cup qualifiers played across the world on Thursday

How can Mourinho fix ManU's problems?

How can Mourinho fix ManU's problems?

Rediff.com25 Oct 2018

He increasingly looks like a manager unable to cope with the modern tactical realities of football. His display of a fear of failure has been appalling to watch. But Mourinho getting the sack at this juncture will hardly solve the problem, says Dhruv Munjal.

How Priyanka-Nick gave us dating goals

How Priyanka-Nick gave us dating goals

Rediff.com21 Aug 2018

If rules govern a romantic relationship, Priyanka Chopra and Nick Jonas are breaking them in style.

How its political promise is helping the Pheran stage a comeback

How its political promise is helping the Pheran stage a comeback

Rediff.com6 Feb 2018

What used to be confined to homes as a winter garment has become a political and cultural symbol, with most leaders and many citizens donning the long cloak at offices and their places of work, observes Athar Parvaiz.

'Dance is my love, my mistress, my passion'

'Dance is my love, my mistress, my passion'

Rediff.com15 Dec 2016

Astad Deboo on the sweat and toil behind the beauty and elegance of his dance.

Dalits, Urban Maoists and a plot to kill the PM

Dalits, Urban Maoists and a plot to kill the PM

Rediff.com14 Jun 2018

'Such a serious threat -- to assassinate the prime minister of India, no less -- was not handed over to the Maharashtra Anti Terrorist Squad for investigation, but to the Pune crime branch.' 'So much for seriousness in tackling such a grave issue,' says N Suresh.

All about the 2016 Skoda Superb

All about the 2016 Skoda Superb

Rediff.com2 Sep 2016

The Skoda Superb is a complete package which ticks all the right boxes to become the most competent and luxurious car without having a German badge.

Why the Ambanis love this woman

Why the Ambanis love this woman

Rediff.com26 Jun 2019

Dolly Jain knows 325 ways of draping the sari, a talent that has taken her to the Limca Book Records.