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That Last Selfie With Dilip Doshi

That Last Selfie With Dilip Doshi

Rediff.com25 Jun 2025

Dilip Doshi, who passed away on June 23, was celebrated not only as one of India's finest left-arm spinners but also as a cricketer of rare character and amazing qualities, recalls veteran cricket correspondent K R Nayar.

Why 500,000 Indians Visited Vietnam

Why 500,000 Indians Visited Vietnam

Rediff.com3 Jul 2025

Stunning landscapes, natural beauty, clean beaches, cultural wealth, mouth-watering food, shopping options, safety for solo travellers, warm hospitality, easy visas, and connectivity make Vietnam a must-visit destination, discovers Ramesh Menon.

NOT OUT! 'Bunny hops' boundary catches will be illegal!

NOT OUT! 'Bunny hops' boundary catches will be illegal!

Rediff.com14 Jun 2025

Boundary catches involving 'bunny hops', or multiple airborne touches outside the rope, have been deemed illegal by the Marylebone Cricket Club, with the new ruling set to be integrated into ICC's playing conditions this month and the MCC's laws from October next year.

Payal Is Full-On Fabulous!

Payal Is Full-On Fabulous!

Rediff.com2 May 2025

A heady mix of boss energy and bombshell elegance, she turns sidewalks into runways and outfits into statements.

Furniture Gets a Fashion Upgrade

Furniture Gets a Fashion Upgrade

Rediff.com12 Jun 2025

Fine furniture is now about soul, not just status, whether it's a bar cabinet with elaborate French marquetry or a delicately curved Italian leather sofa.

Jorhat, Assam's Hidden Jewel

Jorhat, Assam's Hidden Jewel

Rediff.com2 May 2025

Jorhat has many attraction to offer for the discerning and offbeat traveller.

Can Bhumi Ever Be Boring?

Can Bhumi Ever Be Boring?

Rediff.com29 Mar 2025

The talented star turned showstopper for designer Amit Aggarwal at FDCI x Lakme Fashion Week 2025.

Janhvi, Malaika, Bhumi! Who's The Hottest Showstopper?

Janhvi, Malaika, Bhumi! Who's The Hottest Showstopper?

Rediff.com2 Apr 2025

Take the Rediff style poll and tell us who you think rocked the runway.

The story behind Nirmala's sari

The story behind Nirmala's sari

Rediff.com1 Feb 2025

Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman is often known for making statements with her sarees on Budget Day. Each year, she wears a saree that represents India's rich textile heritage and traditional craftsmanship, and this year was no different. This year, Sitharaman chose to wear a beautiful off white saree with intricate golden work, paired with a red blouse and a shawl while carrying her trademark 'bahi-khata', a tablet wrapped in a red-coloured cloth with a golden-coloured national emblem embossed on it.

King Khan Rules MET Gala

King Khan Rules MET Gala

Rediff.com6 May 2025

Social media has been abuzz with pictures and videos of Shah Rukh Khan ever since he made his Met Gala debut on Monday, May 5.

SRK On MET Gala: 'It's Not My 'Space''

SRK On MET Gala: 'It's Not My 'Space''

Rediff.com7 May 2025

After impressing with his MET Gala debut, Shah Rukh Khan expressed gratitude to Designer Sabyasachi and his team for making him feel 'comfortable' in a 'space' that doesn't belong to him.

Watch! How Janhvi Set The Ramp On Fire

Watch! How Janhvi Set The Ramp On Fire

Rediff.com30 Mar 2025

Designer Rahul Mishra's Silk Route collection was the perfect platform for Janhvi Kapoor to express her love for high fashion.

Bengaluru flooded after 24 hr rain; Oppn slams Cong over city infra

Bengaluru flooded after 24 hr rain; Oppn slams Cong over city infra

Rediff.com19 May 2025

The city received about 104 mm of rainfall in the last 24 hours, inundating many low-lying areas and leading to traffic pile-up, prompting the BJP to launch a scathing attack on the ruling Congress.

Modi gifts Macron sandalwood sitar replica, Pochampally silk ikat for wife

Modi gifts Macron sandalwood sitar replica, Pochampally silk ikat for wife

Rediff.com14 Jul 2023

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has gifted a sandalwood replica of the sitar to French President Emanuel Macron and Pochampally silk ikat in a sandalwood box to his wife Brigitte Macron, officials said on Friday.

From White House To Paris, Nita Ambani's Fab Saris

From White House To Paris, Nita Ambani's Fab Saris

Rediff.com20 Jan 2025

Nita Ambani made sure she showcased the exquisite beauty of Indian handloom at the pre-inauguration dinner for US President Donald Trump.

Ananya's FAB February Fashion

Ananya's FAB February Fashion

Rediff.com4 Mar 2025

February saw a lot of divas draped in gorgeous fashion but there were some who mixed glamour and drama in just the right amounts.

You Just Can't Stop Looking At Kajal

You Just Can't Stop Looking At Kajal

Rediff.com21 Mar 2025

She blends traditional drip with modern edge, making every look a total Instagram moment!

Lasik Surgery Market Eyes 2X Growth In 5 Years

Lasik Surgery Market Eyes 2X Growth In 5 Years

Rediff.com20 May 2025

India currently performs around 6,00,000 to 7,00,000 laser-assisted in situ keratomileusis (Lasik) and refractive procedures a year, and the uptake is accelerating.

Look Who's Making Khadi Chic

Look Who's Making Khadi Chic

Rediff.com28 Mar 2025

Khadi got a bold, modern makeover with vibrant, detailed and sharply crafted silhouettes from designers Karishma Shahani Khan, Nikasha, Niki Mahajan, and CoEk - Khadi India, as they brought a fresh, dynamic spin to this iconic fabric during the Khadi India show at the Lakme Fashion Week.

Have You Ever Been To Bodoland?

Have You Ever Been To Bodoland?

Rediff.com10 Feb 2025

The Bodoland Territorial Region in Assam is slowly picking up the pieces and finally finding peace after being subjected to decades of insurgencies and violence.

Lakme@25: The Beauties On The Ramp

Lakme@25: The Beauties On The Ramp

Rediff.com2 Apr 2025

The final show of Lakme Fashion Week's 25th anniversary was a grand gala.

Manish Malhotra's Difficult Michael Jackson Challenge

Manish Malhotra's Difficult Michael Jackson Challenge

Rediff.com19 Mar 2025

The designer recalls how he made a sherwani for Michael Jackson in 'one day without measurements'.

Kareena Stuns As Westwood Meets Bollywood

Kareena Stuns As Westwood Meets Bollywood

Rediff.com2 Apr 2025

Bollywood fashionistas made a beeline to the first ever Vivienne Westwood show held at the Gateway of India, Mumbai.

Nikita's Flaunting...

Nikita's Flaunting...

Rediff.com24 Feb 2025

Nikita Dutta has the innate ability to create versatile looks by blending multiple fashion elements.

Aditi, Alia, Jahnvi And The Return Of...

Aditi, Alia, Jahnvi And The Return Of...

Rediff.com4 Mar 2025

The artfully crafted paranda is usually made from a colourful tapestry of silk threads woven together in intricate patterns.

Dubai offers India Inc a low-tariff launchpad into EMs

Dubai offers India Inc a low-tariff launchpad into EMs

Rediff.com17 Apr 2025

Dubai is positioning itself as a springboard for Indian companies looking to tap into fast-growing emerging markets, including Africa, banking on low tariffs, long-standing trade relations, and a shared vision for regional economic growth, said Mohammad Ali Rashid Lootah, president and chief executive officer, Dubai Chambers, at the Dubai-India Business Forum in Mumbai.

Go Chic This Pongal

Go Chic This Pongal

Rediff.com14 Jan 2025

Filmi divas offer some tips on how to dress up traditionally on Pongal and keep it very, very chic.

Magical Mouni

Magical Mouni

Rediff.com4 Mar 2025

Mouni Roy's killer fashion sense and her uncanny ability to look gorgeous in everything she wears keeps us on the edge of our seats!

Alia, Priyanka And The Colours Of...

Alia, Priyanka And The Colours Of...

Rediff.com8 Mar 2025

Celebrate this day with important ladies in your life, all dressed up in these powerful hues.

Priyanka's BEST Shaadi Look? VOTE!

Priyanka's BEST Shaadi Look? VOTE!

Rediff.com11 Feb 2025

When it comes to serving looks, Priyanka Chopra Jonas never disappoints us!

Sreeleela, Rashmika Love The Colour Of Basant Panchami

Sreeleela, Rashmika Love The Colour Of Basant Panchami

Rediff.com1 Feb 2025

From mustard-hued sarees to golden-toned ensembles, our Bollywood beauties provd yellow isn't just auspicious -- it's super stylish too!

Will Miss World Raise Telangana's Profile?

Will Miss World Raise Telangana's Profile?

Rediff.com8 Apr 2025

Many states are realising that hosting mega events puts the spotlight on them and raises their profile.

Aditi-Siddharth's Stunning Wedding Album

Aditi-Siddharth's Stunning Wedding Album

Rediff.com28 Nov 2024

Two months after they got married, Aditi Rao Hydari and Siddharth got everyone's attention with their stunning wedding pictures.

Golden Globes: All We Imagine As Light Loses

Golden Globes: All We Imagine As Light Loses

Rediff.com6 Jan 2025

Payal Kapadia's hugely acclaimed film All We Imagine As Light secured two major nominations at the 82nd Golden Globes for Best Director and Best Motion Picture in a Non-English language.

Sobhita's Bridal Looks: Vote For Your FAVE!

Sobhita's Bridal Looks: Vote For Your FAVE!

Rediff.com10 Dec 2024

From custom Manish Malhotra drape to Kanjeevaram saris, Sobhita Dhulipala was an absolute vision as a traditional South Indian bride at all her wedding festivities.

Golden Globes: 'We Didn't Win Anything But...'

Golden Globes: 'We Didn't Win Anything But...'

Rediff.com7 Jan 2025

Despite not securing a win at the 2025 Golden Globe Awards, All We Imagine As Light Director Payal Kapadia expressed gratitude for the experience and the memories.

Double play run-outs: BBL eyes radical rule changes

Double play run-outs: BBL eyes radical rule changes

Rediff.com25 Jan 2025

One of the proposed changes is the 'double-play run-out' rule, which would allow fielding teams to dismiss two batters in a single delivery if both are out of their crease and the bails are removed at both ends.

Manish Malhotra Debuts At The Golden Globes

Manish Malhotra Debuts At The Golden Globes

Rediff.com6 Jan 2025

The designer wore a monochrome suit from his own collection.

Sangeeta Bijlani Looks Absolutely Smashing!

Sangeeta Bijlani Looks Absolutely Smashing!

Rediff.com15 Oct 2024

Sangeeta Bijlani -- who's a gorgeous 64 years old -- stole the spotlight at the Lakme Fashion Week

Kutch: Where Wondrous Craft Tells A Story

Kutch: Where Wondrous Craft Tells A Story

Rediff.com3 Apr 2025

While the craft of Kutch can be found in many cities, there is nothing quite like wandering into the very homes where it originates and watch it all being created in real time.