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'Being born into a sporting family legacy was a daunting realization'

'Being born into a sporting family legacy was a daunting realization'

Rediff.com20 Dec 2023

Former doubles world No. 1 Leander Paes was recently elected to receive the Ultimate Honour in Tennis - induction into the International Tennis Hall of Fame - as the Class of 2024.

Kohli, Gill, SKY Enjoy FA Club Final

Kohli, Gill, SKY Enjoy FA Club Final

Rediff.com5 Jun 2023

Virat Kohli, Shubman Gill and Suryakumar Yadav took a break from practice to watch the the FA Cup Final between Manchester City and Manchester United on Saturday, June 3, 2023.

PIX: When the King of Spain came to watch the King of Clay

PIX: When the King of Spain came to watch the King of Clay

Rediff.com5 Jun 2022

They had all come to see the King of Clay, Rafael Nadal.

Queen Priyanka Goes To Venice

Queen Priyanka Goes To Venice

Rediff.com18 May 2023

Love her latest outing of H-A-W-T red?

ONGC, Oil India stocks appear undervalued

ONGC, Oil India stocks appear undervalued

Rediff.com30 Nov 2023

Crude and gas supply concerns have eased amid reports that Israel and Hamas have struck a peace deal. The International Energy Agency estimates oil demand may drop slightly in calendar 24 but Opec probably has enough pricing power to maintain $80/ barrel Brent prices. Russia's share of India's crude imports remained strong at about 35 per cent in September 2023.

How the Japanese Yen's troubles are bringing a smile to Maruti Suzuki

How the Japanese Yen's troubles are bringing a smile to Maruti Suzuki

Rediff.com28 Jun 2022

The recent currency volatility - rupee's depreciation against international currencies - may have given heartburns to automakers that rely on imports or pay royalty to parent companies abroad. But for Maruti Suzuki India, favourable movement of the yen - the currency that matters the most - against the Indian rupee, has given it reasons to cheer. The yen's sharp fall against the rupee and the rupee's depreciation against the US dollar, which in turn will bump up export realisations, are set to give a margin boost to the maker of Baleno and Brezza, said analysts. The softening of commodity prices and slew of new SUV launches in the coming months will also aid margins, they said.

The Bombshell From Netflix's Class

The Bombshell From Netflix's Class

Rediff.com12 Apr 2023

Fashion gold from actress Naina Bhan's wardrobe.

Hollywood's Best Royalty Movies

Hollywood's Best Royalty Movies

Rediff.com2 Mar 2011

Here's a list of films that deal with the British Monarchy best.

Rs 653 cr import duty evasion notice slapped on Xiaomi

Rs 653 cr import duty evasion notice slapped on Xiaomi

Rediff.com5 Jan 2022

Chinese phone maker Xiaomi's India unit has been slapped with a Rs 653 crore notice for alleged evasion of import duty, as per an official statement. A show-cause notice has been slapped on Xiaomi India following recovery of documents during searches on its premises that indicated remittance of royalty and licence fee to US and Chinese firms under contractual obligations, the union finance ministry said on Wednesday. Replying to an email query, a Xiaomi spokesperson said, "At Xiaomi India, we give utmost importance to ensuring we comply with all Indian laws.

Sultan Of Delhi Review: Another Gangster Kahani

Sultan Of Delhi Review: Another Gangster Kahani

Rediff.com13 Oct 2023

There are plenty of shootouts and a fair amount of sex over the nine brisk episodes though the dialogue is thankfully free of profanity, observes Deepa Gahlot.

Losses in index majors drag Sensex, Nifty down

Losses in index majors drag Sensex, Nifty down

Rediff.com20 Jan 2023

From the Sensex pack, Hindustan Unilever, Asian Paints, Bajaj Finance, Nestle, Bajaj Finserv, Reliance Industries, Larsen & Toubro, Maruti, Infosys and Bharti Airtel were the major laggards.

'We're witnessing rise of next superstar of tennis'

'We're witnessing rise of next superstar of tennis'

Rediff.com17 Jul 2023

Alcaraz's hero Rafael Nadal, who won two Wimbledons and once beat Roger Federer in five sets once said Alcaraz's victory over Djokovic felt similar.

Why Lataji Didn't Sing With Rafi, SD...

Why Lataji Didn't Sing With Rafi, SD...

Rediff.com28 Sep 2022

Long before she won royalty rights for playback singers, there was an undisclosed incident in Lataji's life where she not only put a male colleague in place, but also refused to sing with him thereafter.

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.

Now, Watch Kantara on OTT

Now, Watch Kantara on OTT

Rediff.com25 Nov 2022

Blockbusters of the year, serial killer of Bollywood movie critics, goth teen queens discovering psychic powers and Groot in holiday mood, it's all there on OTT this week.

Harry & Meghan: Extremely One-Sided

Harry & Meghan: Extremely One-Sided

Rediff.com14 Jan 2023

There's so much left unsaid in the Netflix documentary, Harry & Meghan.

ITC hotel biz demerger allays capital allocation concerns, say analysts

ITC hotel biz demerger allays capital allocation concerns, say analysts

Rediff.com2 Aug 2023

ITC's move to demerge the hotel business into a new entity, ITC Hotels Ltd, is a step in the right direction and will allay investor's concerns on the company's capital allocation strategy in the medium-to-long term, said analysts at Morgan Stanley in a note. According to the company, the board of directors has approved in principle the demerger of the hotels business, wherein ITC will hold a 40 per cent stake in the new entity, and the remaining 60 per cent will be held directly by shareholders. The scheme of arrangement shall be placed for approval of the Board at its next meeting to be convened on 14th August 2023.

Assam, Meghalaya CMs to discuss border dispute on Wednesday

Assam, Meghalaya CMs to discuss border dispute on Wednesday

Rediff.com23 May 2023

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Tuesday said he and his Meghalaya counterpart Conrad Sangma will also visit the disputed areas later as a goodwill gesture.

The Royal Wedding Of The Year

The Royal Wedding Of The Year

Rediff.com2 Jun 2023

On Thursday, June 1, 2023, Jordan's 28-year-old Crown Prince Hussein married Rajwa al-Saif, a 29-year-old Saudi architect, at a glittering wedding ceremony attended by global royalty, including Britain's prince and princess of Wales.

Aditi LOVES Deepika's Style!

Aditi LOVES Deepika's Style!

Rediff.com20 Oct 2022

Aditi is Deepika's fan when it comes to Indian wear.

Crisis Brews In Darjeeling's Tea Gardens

Crisis Brews In Darjeeling's Tea Gardens

Rediff.com23 Oct 2023

In the last three years, 20 gardens have changed hands, and 90 per cent of the buyers are from non-tea background.

India slaps Rs 4,389 cr notice on Oppo for import duty evasion

India slaps Rs 4,389 cr notice on Oppo for import duty evasion

Rediff.com13 Jul 2022

Revenue intelligence officers have detected Rs 4,389 crore duty evasion by Chinese smartphone maker Oppo by misdeclaration of imports, the Finance Ministry said on Wednesday. The Chinese company deals in mobile brands -- Oppo, OnePlus and Realme. During an investigation of Oppo Mobiles India Private Limited, a subsidiary of Guangdong Oppo Mobile Telecommunications Corporation Ltd - China (Oppo China), the Directorate of Revenue Intelligence (DRI) has detected Customs duty evasion of around Rs 4,389 crore.

This American Actress To Perform At Modi's event

This American Actress To Perform At Modi's event

Rediff.com18 Jun 2023

African American singer and actress Mary Millben, known for her moving rendition of Om Jai Jagadish Hare and Jana Gana Mana, will perform at a diaspora event to be attended by Prime Minister Narendra D Modi in Washington, DC on June 23.

Adipurush: Man thrashed for sitting in seat booked for Lord Hanuman

Adipurush: Man thrashed for sitting in seat booked for Lord Hanuman

Rediff.com16 Jun 2023

Also in Hyderabad, fans of actor Prabhas, who plays Lord Ram in Adipurush, beat up a moviegoer outside a theatre for criticising the movie.

Bouchard ready to become Wimbledon royalty

Bouchard ready to become Wimbledon royalty

Rediff.com5 Jul 2014

The 20-year-old Eugenie Bouchard is the first Canadian - male or female - to reach a Grand Slam final and she will come up against sixth seed Petra Kvitova for a chance to win the prestigious Venus Rosewater Dish in the women's final on Saturday.

10 Films: Indian Cinema At Its Best

10 Films: Indian Cinema At Its Best

Rediff.com27 Dec 2023

Aseem Chhabra lists his favorite 2023 films -- a healthy blend of Bollywood, Hindi indies and some of the best work that is being done in Tamil, Malayalam, Kannada and Bengali cinema.

'They want to sell Osho ashram'

'They want to sell Osho ashram'

Rediff.com29 Mar 2023

'They want to wind up Osho's Pune operation, take the money and move out of India.'

At Farah's Pajama Party With Shilpa, Tabu

At Farah's Pajama Party With Shilpa, Tabu

Rediff.com8 Nov 2022

Amruta wears her jewellery...Raveena in throwback mode...Aayush's night shoot...

When Deepika WOWED Ranveer... and Cannes!

When Deepika WOWED Ranveer... and Cannes!

Rediff.com26 May 2022

Deepika Padukone's regal look at Cannes.

BAFTAs: Cate Blanchett, Austin Butler Win

BAFTAs: Cate Blanchett, Austin Butler Win

Rediff.com20 Feb 2023

The BAFTAs saw a swish set of Hollywood on the red carpet, as they came up to make their presence felt, and in some cases, collect their awards.

Anil Kapoor's brush with royalty!

Anil Kapoor's brush with royalty!

Rediff.com26 Mar 2010

Here's what your favourite celebrities have been upto.

GST on ice cream parlours may lead to litigation, say experts

GST on ice cream parlours may lead to litigation, say experts

Rediff.com28 Sep 2021

Certain clarifications by the GST Council, such as tax rates on ice cream parlours and royalty paid to state governments over mineral rights, may turn out to be contentious and lead to litigation, feel some experts. The council, at its meeting in Lucknow on Friday, had clarified that ice cream parlours will attract goods and services tax (GST). The clarification said these parlours sell already manufactured ice cream and such supply would draw 18 per cent tax.

Harry to attend King Charles's coronation without Meghan

Harry to attend King Charles's coronation without Meghan

Rediff.com12 Apr 2023

Britain's Prince Harry will attend the coronation of his father King Charles III next month, but his wife Meghan will remain in the United States with the couple's children, Buckingham Palace said on Wednesday.

Celebs Savour Rafa's Triumph

Celebs Savour Rafa's Triumph

Rediff.com6 Jun 2022

Watching the clash at the Court Philippe Chatrier were movie stars Hugh Grant, Sienna Miller, Michael Douglas and Demi Moore and royalty, including Spain's King Felipe VI, Norway's Crown Prince Haakon, and Crown Princess Mette-Marit.

Not So Near, Yet Not So Far From BJP

Not So Near, Yet Not So Far From BJP

Rediff.com30 Aug 2023

Call it the art of staying rooted yet bending with prevailing political winds. With Telangana going to the polls in December, and assembly and Lok Sabha elections in Andhra and Odisha scheduled next year, what factors have influenced parties' recent moves?

Huawei accused of manipulating India account books

Huawei accused of manipulating India account books

Rediff.com3 Mar 2022

The income tax department has found alleged manipulation of account books for reducing taxable income in India by Chinese telecom company Huawei whom it raided recently, sources said on Thursday. The searches were conducted on February 15 at the main business and residential premises of "key office bearers" of a multi-national group, engaged in distribution of telecom products and providing captive software development services, the CBDT said in a statement. Sources identified the company as Huawei.

Nushrratt, Vaani, Bebo Sign Off 2022 In Style

Nushrratt, Vaani, Bebo Sign Off 2022 In Style

Rediff.com2 Jan 2023

After giving us AMAZING fashion moments throughout the year, here's looking at our favourite Bollywood ladies one last time as they bid goodbye to 2022 in style.

Collapsed Gujarat bridge reopened 5 days back, lacked 'fitness' certificate

Collapsed Gujarat bridge reopened 5 days back, lacked 'fitness' certificate

Rediff.com31 Oct 2022

The more than a century-old bridge in Morbi caved on Sunday when it was crammed with people.

'If I am called a sex symbol today, I don't care'

'If I am called a sex symbol today, I don't care'

Rediff.com29 Aug 2023

'I had lied to Yashji about my age. I was only 13-and-a-half, but I told him I was 18.' 'When the time came to travel to Yashji's famous Swiss shoots, I had to get a school leaving certificate.' 'When I gave Yashji the certificate, he almost fell off the chair.'

Watch! Aditi Rao Hydari and a touch of royalty

Watch! Aditi Rao Hydari and a touch of royalty

Rediff.com20 Aug 2017

We were mesmerized as the gorgeous actress walked the ramp for designer Jayanti Reddy.