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PM Modi, Sri Lankan Prez inaugurate Jaffna stadium renovated by India

PM Modi, Sri Lankan Prez inaugurate Jaffna stadium renovated by India

Rediff.com18 Jun 2016

India strongly believes that its economic growth must bring benefits to its neighbours, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said today as a stadium in Jaffna renovated by India was jointly inaugurated by him along with Sri Lankan President Maithripala Sirisena.

Indira Gandhi features in TIME's '100 Women of the Year'

Indira Gandhi features in TIME's '100 Women of the Year'

Rediff.com5 Mar 2020

TIME also named freedom fighter Amrit Kaur as 'Women of the Year' for 1947

5 simple ways how celebrities cope with stress

5 simple ways how celebrities cope with stress

Rediff.com5 Apr 2019

There are certain techniques celebrities apply to alleviate stress which you too can follow in your daily life, says yoga guru and life coach Grand Master Akshar.

India's most decorated sportsperson ever

India's most decorated sportsperson ever

Rediff.com29 Nov 2019

'By the time he gets done, he'll not only be the best player of his generation, but the best ever.' 'It'll take another 100 years for someone to break his records.'

How to pick the right fitness trainer

How to pick the right fitness trainer

Rediff.com22 Dec 2020

Beyond 'eat something before your workout', take their advice with a pinch of salt, warns Jyoti Dabas.

Golf drives sales in Gujarat

Golf drives sales in Gujarat

Rediff.com12 Jun 2007

Every year Gujarat is seeing a growth of 230 per cent in terms of people opting for golf as a leisure activity, or even professionally at times.

'What stands out is Hardik's positivity and leadership skills'

'What stands out is Hardik's positivity and leadership skills'

Rediff.com28 Mar 2022

'The way he has been interacting with everybody, be it the masseur or the assistant manager or the driver of the bus, or the new players who have not been part of the IPL before, he is making an effort to reach out to them and give them confidence.' 'That speaks a lot about the man that he is.'

Congested Bhendi Bazaar in Mumbai gets a new spanking look

Congested Bhendi Bazaar in Mumbai gets a new spanking look

Rediff.com9 Mar 2020

After many failed attempts over the past decade, Bhendi Bazaar, one of the most underdeveloped and busiest business-cum-residential districts in Mumbai city, is taking a big leap into the future in what's said to be the nation's largest cluster redevelopment project. The 125-year-old neighbourhood spanning 16.5-acres, not very far from the iconic Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus, is already home to two newly-developed towers of 36 and 41-floors which have opened up a new world of modern living for the families there. Around 610 of the over 3,200 families and 128 of the over 1,250 businesses have moved into the new buildings -- all for free.

Beginner's guide to managing your money

Beginner's guide to managing your money

Rediff.com28 Mar 2016

Five simple tips to help the youth kick-start their financial education

'We are creating music in haste'

'We are creating music in haste'

Rediff.com13 May 2019

'Today, music directors do not work on a song that turns out to be the biggest hit of the year.' 'Their main focus is on creating a song which becomes an instant hit.' 'Whether the audience remembers that song after a couple of months or not, that does not concern them anymore.'

Global economy could shrink by almost 1% in 2020: UN

Global economy could shrink by almost 1% in 2020: UN

Rediff.com2 Apr 2020

With nearly 100 countries closing national borders during the past month, the movement of people and tourism flows have come to a screeching halt. The contraction could be even higher if governments fail to provide income support and help boost consumer spending.

ASK ANU: 'My wife and I fight. I'm worried'

ASK ANU: 'My wife and I fight. I'm worried'

Rediff.com15 Jun 2021

As part of this self help initiative with Rediff.com, Mental Health Coach Anu Krishna helps readers talk about their problems and offers advice.

Why we must take sleeplessness seriously

Why we must take sleeplessness seriously

Rediff.com5 Nov 2019

Sleeplessness is increasingly becoming a lifestyle disorder, says Amrita Singh.

Does India need 'encounter specialists'?

Does India need 'encounter specialists'?

Rediff.com11 Dec 2019

'India has a conviction rate of about 25% for serious crimes. This means that 75% of the time the police probably get the wrong suspect, and this makes murdering them in an encounter more morally problematic for the officers concerned.' says Aakar Patel.

10 Reasons Why We LOVE Farah Khan

10 Reasons Why We LOVE Farah Khan

Rediff.com9 Jan 2020

On her 55th birthday today, Sukanya Verma celebrates one of Bollywood's most cheerful celebrities and her 10 amazing talents.

RBI may escape govt's scrutiny for missing inflation target

RBI may escape govt's scrutiny for missing inflation target

Rediff.com17 Aug 2020

If imputed inflation for April and May is used, then you have inflation of over 6 per cent for two consecutive quarters, which is a worrying signal for the RBI.

Can Priyanka take Congress beyond its 2 bastions in UP?

Can Priyanka take Congress beyond its 2 bastions in UP?

Rediff.com7 Feb 2019

Congress leaders are confident that Priyanka would act as a catalyst for the party and boost the sagging morale of cadres to put up a spirited fight against the BJP and also the SP-BSP pre-poll alliance which had already shut its door on the Congress, reports Virendra Singh Rawat.

Why are the TikTokers struggling?

Why are the TikTokers struggling?

Rediff.com14 Sep 2020

Two months after TikTok ban: Influencers busy rebuilding their fan base as homegrown apps enjoy 'gold rush'.

Meet the New-Age Bollywood Mom

Meet the New-Age Bollywood Mom

Rediff.com11 May 2020

'Mothers as characters may have the same problems as they had years ago.' 'But what's refreshing is how they are becoming more accepting towards the changes in society.'

Delhi may get 'water taxis'

Delhi may get 'water taxis'

Rediff.com12 Sep 2016

Shipping ministry to launch 16-km, 45-minute boat service on Yamuna

Airlines go green as concern for environment takes off

Airlines go green as concern for environment takes off

Rediff.com18 Jul 2018

From using bio-fuels to revamping in-flight food and drinks services, eschewing mass-produced chicken/eggs in favour of local, farm-raised options to offering eco-friendly toys for children, airlines try out inventive measures to encourage carbon-neutral practices.

'Entrepreneurship can be a draining process'

'Entrepreneurship can be a draining process'

Rediff.com23 Aug 2021

'If you enjoy learning and if you can risk the failures, entrepreneurship can be a rewarding, enriching experience.'

You can crack CAT while you're working!

You can crack CAT while you're working!

Rediff.com4 Sep 2014

Sohini Deb who cracked CAT 2013 with 98.11 percentile and secured admission at IIM Kozhikode shares her study secrets.

How much is Mother Earth worth?

How much is Mother Earth worth?

Rediff.com12 May 2015

Pricing can help prioritise the best use of conservation efforts and funding

After shock retirement at 23, Missy Franklin finds peace in Hinduism

After shock retirement at 23, Missy Franklin finds peace in Hinduism

Rediff.com19 Feb 2019

Learning Hinduism and reading the epics of Ramayana and Mahabharata have taken a chunk of Missy Franklin's time ever since the five-time Olympic gold-medallist swimmer announced a shock retirement in December last year.

The Wonderful Films of Basu Chatterjee

The Wonderful Films of Basu Chatterjee

Rediff.com5 Jun 2020

'Basuda welcomed viewers into a world that was instantly familiar and comfortable,' observes Sukanya Verma.

RBI relaxes portfolio investment scheme for NRIs

RBI relaxes portfolio investment scheme for NRIs

Rediff.com20 Aug 2013

In order to attract inflow of foreign currency, the Reserve Bank on Tuesday simplified rules governing investments by non-resident Indians (NRIs) portfolio investments like equities and debt.

Bohemian Rhapsody Review: Mercury Rising!

Bohemian Rhapsody Review: Mercury Rising!

Rediff.com16 Nov 2018

Bohemian Rhapsody's crowd-pleasing nostalgia cheers Freddie Mercury's exhilarating sound and infectious power play with such all-out gusto, you WILL break free all over again, says Sukanya Verma.

The beautiful mind of Balkrishna Doshi, who won architecture's Nobel Prize

The beautiful mind of Balkrishna Doshi, who won architecture's Nobel Prize

Rediff.com16 Mar 2018

He designed some of India's most iconic buildings.

CAT TopperSpeak: 'A strict study routine is the key to success'

CAT TopperSpeak: 'A strict study routine is the key to success'

Rediff.com6 Oct 2014

Gavin DSouza who scored 99.49 percentile in CAT 2013 tells us how he cracked the test.

Sri Sri gets go ahead for Yamuna bank event, fined Rs 5 crore

Sri Sri gets go ahead for Yamuna bank event, fined Rs 5 crore

Rediff.com9 Mar 2016

The green tribunal noted that the Art of Living would have to pay a Rs 5 crore penalty and develop the entire area into a biodiversity zone.

Groovy Michelle really likes to move it!

Groovy Michelle really likes to move it!

Rediff.com17 Mar 2015

United States First Lady Michelle Obama has rhythm in her veins and she ain't afraid to show it.

G Janardhana Reddy, still a force in Karnataka politics

G Janardhana Reddy, still a force in Karnataka politics

Rediff.com26 Nov 2016

The wedding celebrations show the controversial mining baron retains influence over elected representatives, whichever party is in power.

Why Rhea's case should send shivers down our spines

Why Rhea's case should send shivers down our spines

Rediff.com14 Sep 2020

A promising young actor suffering from depression has had his life laid bare for the grubby public to paw through. An ordinary family has been pitched into the middle of a nightmare of an investigation and arrested for no reason discernible at present. And a young actress has had her reputation, and probably career, destroyed so that TRP ratings can soar, notes Sherna Gandhy.

Expect *this* from Pataaka, Manto, Sui Dhaaga

Expect *this* from Pataaka, Manto, Sui Dhaaga

Rediff.com22 Aug 2018

Sreehari Nair introduces you to three promising movies coming up.

'I'm afraid of facing people. Pls help'

'I'm afraid of facing people. Pls help'

Rediff.com12 Nov 2020

In an offline chat, mind/life coach, NLP trainer and Mental Health Guru Anu Krishna encourages Rediff.com readers to talk about their problems and offers solutions.

PHOTO REWIND: The world in the last 24 hours

PHOTO REWIND: The world in the last 24 hours

Rediff.com12 Sep 2014

Here's a collection of some of the best photos from around the world shot in the last 24 hours

Creating junior sports stars in Asia

Creating junior sports stars in Asia

Rediff.com25 Feb 2016

Aditi and Akshay Maliwal are mentoring young sports athletes from Asia to get through to top US universities.

20 ways to use a park, Bollywood style!

20 ways to use a park, Bollywood style!

Rediff.com15 Dec 2015

Here is a list of some activities you can do in the park in Bollywood style!

When Bollywood hailed Ganpati Bappa Morya

When Bollywood hailed Ganpati Bappa Morya

Rediff.com25 Aug 2017

No Ganpati celebration is complete without Humse Badhkar Kaun's hugely popular song, Deva O Deva Ganpati Deva Tumse Badhkar Kaun blaring out of the pandal speakers.