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Artists arise for Kaziranga

Artists arise for Kaziranga

Rediff.com2 Aug 2007

Artists arise for Kaziranga.

Bhutanese beer crosses the Himalayas into India

Bhutanese beer crosses the Himalayas into India

Rediff.com30 Aug 2020

Bhutanese brewery Serbhum is behind Kati Patang, a beer sold by Delhi-based Empyrean Spirits. Launched in Zesty Amber and Snappy Wheat variants in 2018, Kati Patang prides itself on being "brewed with the happiest water on earth".

PHOTOS: In Kaziranga, Wills-Kate enjoy Bihu on the eve of Assamese New Year

PHOTOS: In Kaziranga, Wills-Kate enjoy Bihu on the eve of Assamese New Year

Rediff.com13 Apr 2016

The royal couple received a warm welcome at the national park, which is home to the world's largest population of one-horned rhinos, as young men and women danced to foot-tapping music.

Wildlife Photographer of the Year 2019: Stunning shots of animals

Wildlife Photographer of the Year 2019: Stunning shots of animals

Rediff.com5 Dec 2019

Humans rarely get to glimpse the animal kingdom up-close. But, the Wildlife Photographer of the Year contest, which is developed and produced by the Natural History Museum in London, offers a peek into the lives of species around the world. The competition has just revealed the shortlist of 25 photos for the LUMIX People's Choice Award. Voting is open until February 4, 2020, and the overall winner will be announced in February.

India's SU-30s ready for Tornados, Hawks

India's SU-30s ready for Tornados, Hawks

Rediff.com22 Jun 2007

While the IAF will field the Su-30s, the RAF will use its Tornado, Hawk and Typhoon combat jets, VC-10 tankers and AWACS in the exercise.

Her husband died fighting terrorists, today she joins Indian army

Her husband died fighting terrorists, today she joins Indian army

Rediff.com9 Sep 2017

Another woman -- Nidhi Dubey -- was also commissioned as an officer.

Nikhat wants trials against Mary Kom to be telecast live

Nikhat wants trials against Mary Kom to be telecast live

Rediff.com17 Dec 2019

Nikhat Zareen on Tuesday demanded a fair Olympic selection trials and asked the national federation (BFI) to telecast live the fight after her much-anticipated showdown against MC Mary Kom in the Indian Boxing League was cancelled.

10 dead in Guwahati landslides

10 dead in Guwahati landslides

Rediff.com15 Jul 2004

Lt Gen NPS Hira to take over as Deputy Chief of Army Staff

Lt Gen NPS Hira to take over as Deputy Chief of Army Staff

Rediff.com12 Mar 2016

The Army has appointed Lt Gen NPS Hira as Deputy Chief of Army Staff with effect from March 14.

49 dead in Northeast deluge so far, Assam worst hit

49 dead in Northeast deluge so far, Assam worst hit

Rediff.com13 Jul 2017

Several places in Arunachal Pradesh, including capital Itanagar, were cut off by floods and landslides.

What happens when fans streak on the pitch...

What happens when fans streak on the pitch...

Rediff.com14 Oct 2015

Rediff.com brings you a selection of images of fans taking to the field of play to make a point or gain attention.

Flood situation worsens in Assam

Flood situation worsens in Assam

Rediff.com19 Jul 2004

A heavy downpour in the hills of Arunachal Pradesh and catchment areas of the Brahmaputra has led to flooding in large areas in Upper Assam.

Check out the Shillong-Kaziranga package tour

Check out the Shillong-Kaziranga package tour

Rediff.com19 Dec 2004

The Meghalaya Tourism Development Corporation, in collaboration with G L Resorts, is offering a once a week two-day-one-night package at an introductory rate of Rs 1,325 for an adult and Rs 800 for a child.

5 wildlife getaways to make the most of your Diwali weekend

5 wildlife getaways to make the most of your Diwali weekend

Rediff.com10 Oct 2017

Still unsure about where you want to travel during the long Diwali weekend? We'll help you out.

Slain Colonel's buddies ensure sweet Diwali for unit jawans

Slain Colonel's buddies ensure sweet Diwali for unit jawans

Rediff.com30 Oct 2016

"This Diwali, we thought of his comrades in arms, who suffer harsh climes and the enemy from across the border, as well as some within. We thought this would be a nice gesture for soldiers, who spend Diwali away from their families," said one of Santosh Mahadik's friends.

Hockey India League: Belgian Boon for Dabang Mumbai; fetches highest price tag

Hockey India League: Belgian Boon for Dabang Mumbai; fetches highest price tag

Rediff.com15 Nov 2014

India cricket captain Mahendra Singh Dhoni's Ranchi Rhinos' have retained most of the players.

Tyson flattens Etienne in 49 seconds

Tyson flattens Etienne in 49 seconds

Rediff.com23 Feb 2003

Tyson halted the charge of the "Black Rhino" with the sixth-fastest victory of his career.

Hockey India League: Mumbai Magicians stun Uttar Pradesh Wizards

Hockey India League: Mumbai Magicians stun Uttar Pradesh Wizards

Rediff.com18 Feb 2014

They struggled for most part of the tournament but Mumbai Magicians drew curtains on their campaign in the second Hero Hockey India League in style, defeating Uttar Pradesh Wizards 3-2 to register their second consecutive victory in Lucknow on Tuesday.

Review: Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle is FUN!

Review: Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle is FUN!

Rediff.com29 Dec 2017

The new Jumanji can easily be enjoyed by those unfamiliar with the original, feels Sukanya Verma.

How Shami got his mojo back?

How Shami got his mojo back?

Rediff.com1 Apr 2019

'Leaner' Mohammad Shami has reaped benefits after drastically improving his fitness levels.

Assam floods: Over 1 lakh affected, Brahmaputra above danger mark

Assam floods: Over 1 lakh affected, Brahmaputra above danger mark

Rediff.com7 Jul 2016

There seems to be no respite from floods in Assam, as the Brahmaputra and its a few tributaries are maintaining a rising trend affecting over 1 lakh people in seven districts of the state.

Rains kill 7 in NE, over 4 L affected in Assam floods

Rains kill 7 in NE, over 4 L affected in Assam floods

Rediff.com12 Jul 2019

In the Northeast, while three people died in Assam, two each lost their lives in Arunachal Pradesh and Mizoram in rain-related incidents.

South Africa's Staniforth to coach Indian hockey goalkeepers

South Africa's Staniforth to coach Indian hockey goalkeepers

Rediff.com18 Jul 2013

Former South Africa player David Staniforth has been appointed goalkeeping coach and strategic analyst of India's senior and junior men's hockey teams.

8 Myanmar raid personnel among 67 to get gallantry medals

8 Myanmar raid personnel among 67 to get gallantry medals

Rediff.com15 Aug 2015

Eight personnel of the 21 Para Regiment, which had undertaken a daring operation just inside Myanmar territory following the Manipur ambush, were among 67 for whom President Pranab Mukherjee on Friday approved Gallantry awards.

Floods in Bihar, Northeast kill 44; nearly 70 lakh affected

Floods in Bihar, Northeast kill 44; nearly 70 lakh affected

Rediff.com15 Jul 2019

Prime Minister Narendra Modi spoke to Chief Minister Sarbananda Sonowal over phone and discussed about the prevailing condition on Monday.

Antarctica in photos: What the end of the world looks like

Antarctica in photos: What the end of the world looks like

Rediff.com26 Mar 2018

Get ready to pack your bags!

Bodies of 9 soldiers likely to be brought to Delhi on Monday

Bodies of 9 soldiers likely to be brought to Delhi on Monday

Rediff.com14 Feb 2016

The bodies of nine Siachen bravehearts, who were buried alive in an avalanche, are likely to be brought to New Delhi on Monday.

'Emergence of another coronavirus is inevitable'

'Emergence of another coronavirus is inevitable'

Rediff.com13 May 2020

'The worst case scenario is a rebound of the virus.' 'Life is not going to be what it was.' 'Life as we know it has changed forever.' 'The new normal therefore is test, trace and treat.'

Best moments 2018: Bull runs, royal weddings, supermoons!

Best moments 2018: Bull runs, royal weddings, supermoons!

Rediff.com18 Dec 2018

As we near the end of another eventful year, 15 top moments from the world of arts and culture.

Wilson's double sets up easy win for Waveriders in HIL opener

Wilson's double sets up easy win for Waveriders in HIL opener

Rediff.com25 Jan 2014

Australia's Jason Wilson scored a brace as last year's runners-up Delhi Waveriders defeated hosts Punjab Warriors 3-1 in the opening contest of the second edition of the Hero Hockey India League in Mohali.

Assam flood situation worsens, toll reaches 31

Assam flood situation worsens, toll reaches 31

Rediff.com4 Sep 2015

1 person died in Dibrugarh and Tinsukia district each taking the toll in current phase of floods to 31.

Beer is the future!

Beer is the future!

Rediff.com5 Jun 2017

Urban Indians are developing a taste for freshly brewed and bottled craft beer.

'Rainfall is one of the hardest things to predict'

'Rainfall is one of the hardest things to predict'

Rediff.com16 Jul 2018

'Temperature and wind can be predicted more easily than rainfall.' 'Rainfall, as common experience suggests, is very spotty.' 'The last bit of physics required that tells us whether it is going to rain or not is very hard.' Professor Roddam Narasimha, the eminent scientist, explains the monsoon, climate change and global warming, in a fascinating conversation with Shivanand Kanavi.

Tearful adieu to Colonel Mahadik, nation pays homage to martyr

Tearful adieu to Colonel Mahadik, nation pays homage to martyr

Rediff.com19 Nov 2015

He will be cremated with full military honours including a 21-gun salute in his village, Pogarwadi.

Why Indians are obsessed with South Africa!

Why Indians are obsessed with South Africa!

Rediff.com4 Jan 2018

Why South Africa is such a popular vacation spot among Indian celebs?

Injury forces Ashes-bound Harris to announce retirement

Injury forces Ashes-bound Harris to announce retirement

Rediff.com4 Jul 2015

The 35-year-old Queenslander withdrew from Australia's ongoing warm-up match against Essex and quit the sport less than a week before the first Ashes Test against England starts at Cardiff next Wednesday.

Quest for material prosperity should not compromise environment: PM

Quest for material prosperity should not compromise environment: PM

Rediff.com5 Jun 2018

Chairing the plenary session of an event to celebrate the World Environment Day 2018, being hosted by India, he said India's traditions have for long underlined the importance of living in harmony with nature.

Floodwaters from Nepal kill 21 people; thousands marooned in UP villages

Floodwaters from Nepal kill 21 people; thousands marooned in UP villages

Rediff.com17 Aug 2014

At least 21 persons have died and thousands were marooned in villages across eight districts of Uttar Pradesh where release of water from dams in Nepal have caused major floods, even as large parts of the state were heading towards a drought-like situation due to scanty monsoon rain.

He's a little rascal, says Prince William on baby son

He's a little rascal, says Prince William on baby son

Rediff.com19 Aug 2013

Britain's Prince William has described his new-born son George as a "little rascal" in his first official interview since becoming a father.

Why you must head to Assam this June

Why you must head to Assam this June

Rediff.com31 May 2017

Go firefly spotting, enjoy a beach vacation or pay a visit to the menstruating goddess in Assam this month.