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Tendulkar to felicitate U-19 World Cup champions

Tendulkar to felicitate U-19 World Cup champions

Rediff.com31 Jan 2023

Batting icon Sachin Tendulkar will felicitate the India Under-19 women's cricket team for winning the inaugural T20 World Cup, at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad on Wednesday.

People listen to me, talk to me because of hockey: Rani Rampal

People listen to me, talk to me because of hockey: Rani Rampal

Rediff.com20 Aug 2023

Her days of scorching the astro-turf might be over but legendary former India captain Rani Rampal has absolutely "no regrets" as she believes in making most of whatever opportunities that come her way.

Bombay HC gets new chief justice for 4 days

Bombay HC gets new chief justice for 4 days

Rediff.com27 May 2023

The Department of Justice in the Union Law Ministry issued separate notifications announcing the appointment of acting chief justice of the Bombay high court Justice Sanjay Vijaykumar Gangapurwala as the chief justice of the Madras high court and Justice Ramesh Deokinandan Dhanuka as the chief justice of the Bombay high court.

There are many ratnas, all should be honoured: BJP

There are many ratnas, all should be honoured: BJP

Rediff.com15 Jan 2008

BJP leader L K Advani wrote to Prime Minister Manmohan Singh last week recommending that the award be given to Vajpayee. The demand was followed by similar requests from several other political parties, who also pitched in with names of their leaders. Apparently in a fix after these developments, the BJP has lately refrained from talking about the issue.

TV Actors Vaibhavi Upadhyaya, Nitish Pandey No More

TV Actors Vaibhavi Upadhyaya, Nitish Pandey No More

Rediff.com24 May 2023

Vaibhavi rose to fame with Sarabhai vs Sarabhai while Nitish starred in Anupama.

Shiv Sena elects Shinde as party chief at maiden national executive meet

Shiv Sena elects Shinde as party chief at maiden national executive meet

Rediff.com22 Feb 2023

State industries minister Uday Samant and party leader Ramdas Kadam gave information about the resolutions passed in the meeting.

ICC WC PIX: South Africa steamroll Australia to continue winning run

ICC WC PIX: South Africa steamroll Australia to continue winning run

Rediff.com12 Oct 2023

Images from the World Cup 2023 match between Australia and South Africa.

Assam renews demand for Bharat Ratna to Bhupen Hazarika

Assam renews demand for Bharat Ratna to Bhupen Hazarika

Rediff.com5 Nov 2014

A state-of-the-art memorial ground will also be constructed in his honour.

World Cup 2023: The Venues

World Cup 2023: The Venues

Rediff.com29 Sep 2023

Check out the World Cup 2023 venues.

Uttam's Take: Farewell, Lataji

Uttam's Take: Farewell, Lataji

Rediff.com7 Feb 2022

Uttam Ghosh pays tribute to the Incomparable Legend, Lataji Mangeshkar, Bharat Ratna.

No Men For Taapsee's Dhak Dhak

No Men For Taapsee's Dhak Dhak

Rediff.com19 May 2022

It will be just the four women and their killer machines.

Rift in Haryana BJP, senior leader threatens to quit

Rift in Haryana BJP, senior leader threatens to quit

Rediff.com2 Oct 2023

Haryana Bharatiya Janata Party leader Birender Singh on Monday threatened to quit the party if does not sever ties with the Jannayak Janta Party, which he accused of indulging in rampant corruption in the state.

Murders! Ghosts! Lust! Your OTT Menu

Murders! Ghosts! Lust! Your OTT Menu

Rediff.com30 Jun 2023

The pilot of Vishal Bhardwaj's much-anticipated adaptation of Agatha Christie's The Sittaford Mystery is here. Aditya Roy Kapur's hotel manager takes on Anil Kapoor's all-powerful arms dealer. Idris Elba is back in action. Sukanya Verma shares her OTT recommendations this week.

'Women are the most amazing creations of God'

'Women are the most amazing creations of God'

Rediff.com20 Nov 2023

'The girl who helps me at home has had a tough life, yet her perspective of life is so much more positive than mine despite the hardships she's endured.'

Bharat Ratna issue can't be raised in public: Govt

Bharat Ratna issue can't be raised in public: Govt

Rediff.com10 Jan 2008

The government on Thursday sought to make light of Bharatiya Janata Party leader L K Advani's letter urging Prime Minister Manmohan Singh to confer the Bharat Ratna, India's highest civilian honour, to former Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee. In a sarcastic vein, Information and Broadcasting Minister Priya Ranjan Dasmunsi said it would have been better had Advani honoured him within the party.

Lok Sabha needs this Sansad Ratna

Lok Sabha needs this Sansad Ratna

Rediff.com23 Apr 2019

Will voters in Ernakulam take to the Communist MP who asked 447 more questions and took part in 162 more debates than your average MP? Will Arun Jaitley's wish come true? Krishna Prasad, the renowned journalist and Outlook magazine's former editor-in-chief, reports from Kochi.

For love of 'Amma': A Rs 15 crore memorial; appeal for Bharat Ratna

For love of 'Amma': A Rs 15 crore memorial; appeal for Bharat Ratna

Rediff.com10 Dec 2016

Tamil Nadu Cabinet has decided to recommend late All India Anna Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam supremo Jayalalithaa for India's highest civilian honour, the 'Bharat Ratna'.

'In life as well as in politics, nothing is black or white'

'In life as well as in politics, nothing is black or white'

Rediff.com15 Dec 2023

'There was trust, but perhaps there was also this apprehension that given the supreme post of prime minister, Sonia Gandhi felt her authority may be a challenged.'

Virat-Anushka, Ranveer-Deepika Raise Glam Quotient

Virat-Anushka, Ranveer-Deepika Raise Glam Quotient

Rediff.com24 Mar 2023

Hitesh Harisinghani/Rediff.com captures all the action at the Indian Sports Honours 2023 event in Mumbai on Thursday night.

'Biggest challenge for any actor who come from outside is...'

'Biggest challenge for any actor who come from outside is...'

Rediff.com20 Sep 2023

'...is to crack the first project.' 'If you become popular from that, it's a win-win.'

'Main kya tumhe villain lagti hu?'

'Main kya tumhe villain lagti hu?'

Rediff.com25 Oct 2023

'Vishal told me he envisioned me while writing (the script), but I was not well.' 'He called me and said, 'Navindraji, hum aap ka dhyaan rakhenge set par.' 'That's how I got on board, and they really pampered me.'

Like Kiara's Airport Fashion?

Like Kiara's Airport Fashion?

Rediff.com27 Jul 2022

Alia meets Bhansali... Tara promotes Ek Villain Returns... Urvashi glams up...

53 Padma awards handed out, Sudha Murthy, Keeravani among recipients

53 Padma awards handed out, Sudha Murthy, Keeravani among recipients

Rediff.com5 Apr 2023

Veteran socialist leader and former Uttar Pradesh chief minister the late Mulayam Singh Yadav, and medical professional Dilip Mahalanabis, known globally for his work on Oral Rehydration Solution (ORS), were among those conferred the Padma Vibhushan award by President Droupadi Murmu on Wednesday.

Wrestlers' protest underlines need for athletes' body: Sharath Kamal

Wrestlers' protest underlines need for athletes' body: Sharath Kamal

Rediff.com3 May 2023

Achanta Sharath Kamal said the ongoing protest by the wrestlers has shown the importance of an athletes' body in all National Sports Federations.

Aishwarya-Salman Attend Radhika-Anant Ambani's Engagement

Aishwarya-Salman Attend Radhika-Anant Ambani's Engagement

Rediff.com20 Jan 2023

Nita and Mukesh Ambani's youngest son Anant got engaged to Radhika Merchant on January 19, and the occasion called for a celebration on a grand scale.

Wood credits Morkel, KL after five-for vs Delhi Capitals

Wood credits Morkel, KL after five-for vs Delhi Capitals

Rediff.com2 Apr 2023

England pace spearhead Mark Wood credited bowling coach Morne Morkel for keeping things simple at training after returning sensational figures of 5 for 14 on his IPL debut for Lucknow Super Giants in their massive 50-run victory over Delhi Capitals, in Lucknow, on Saturday.

Top Performer: Badoni sizzles in the rain!

Top Performer: Badoni sizzles in the rain!

Rediff.com3 May 2023

Ayush Badoni sizzled on a gloomy day in Lucknow with a career-best 59 to steal the thunder in the rain-hit match against Chennai Super Kings.

Meiteis' blockade leaves Kuki-dominated Churachandpur paralysed

Meiteis' blockade leaves Kuki-dominated Churachandpur paralysed

Rediff.com10 Jul 2023

The consequences are dire as essential medical treatments, including dialysis, and medicines for cancer and anti-AIDS drugs remain out of reach for those in desperate need.

10 Must See Cop Thrillers On OTT

10 Must See Cop Thrillers On OTT

Rediff.com22 May 2023

Deepa Gahlot picks 10 watchable cop shows.

Cattle smuggling: CBI files chargesheet against Mamata aide Anubrata in court

Cattle smuggling: CBI files chargesheet against Mamata aide Anubrata in court

Rediff.com8 Oct 2022

Mondal, currently in judicial remand, is lodged in Asansol correctional home.

NDA stands for 'New India Development Aspiration': Modi

NDA stands for 'New India Development Aspiration': Modi

Rediff.com19 Jul 2023

"NDA is a beautiful rainbow of regional aspirations... So nation's development through the development of states... At a time when we are working for a developed India, NDA is taking the lead in showing the spirit of sabka prayas," he said.

Maharashtra names international music college in Mumbai after Lata Mangeshkar

Maharashtra names international music college in Mumbai after Lata Mangeshkar

Rediff.com9 Feb 2022

The Maharashtra cabinet on Wednesday decided to name the proposed international music college in Mumbai after legendary singer Lata Mangeshkar, who died recently, a state minister said.

Indian team wears black armbands in memory of Lata Mangeshkar

Indian team wears black armbands in memory of Lata Mangeshkar

Rediff.com6 Feb 2022

The Rohit Sharma-led Indian cricket team wore black armbands in the first ODI against the West Indies in Ahmedabad, to pay respect to the legendary singer Lata Mangeshkar, who died on Sunday morning.

Ready to return medals, awards but give justice, plead wrestlers

Ready to return medals, awards but give justice, plead wrestlers

Rediff.com4 May 2023

"Take it (medals) all away. We have been humiliated so much. We are fighting for our respect but we are being crushing under their feet. Do all men have the right to abuse women?"

Sania is only second tennis player to be named for Khel Ratna

Sania is only second tennis player to be named for Khel Ratna

Rediff.com11 Aug 2015

Sania Mirza was recommended for the prestigious Rajiv Gandhi Khel Ratna award on Tuesday. She is only the second tennis player ever to be named for the country's highest sporting honour.

Mughal-e-Azam Captivates America

Mughal-e-Azam Captivates America

Rediff.com13 Jun 2023

While the Mughals seems to be receding from text books and memory, the stage presentation of Mughal-e-Azam is spreading its message of love in North America.

Did you see... 'different version of SKY'?

Did you see... 'different version of SKY'?

Rediff.com30 Jan 2023

Suryakumar Yadav and captain Hardik Pandya held their nerves to guide India to a hard-fought six-wicket victory over New Zealand

Is Hardik The New Dhoni?

Is Hardik The New Dhoni?

Rediff.com23 Apr 2023

Hardik's calm demeanour on the field as captain reminds many of Captain Cool Mahendra Singh Dhoni, whom the Baroda all-rounder considers one of his mentors.