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Bezos, Nadella say much the same, but so differently

Bezos, Nadella say much the same, but so differently

Rediff.com4 Oct 2014

Bezos wears it on his sleeve, Nadella keeps it quiet

These girls have power

These girls have power

Rediff.com2 Sep 2016

Manavi Kapur goes behind the scenes to find out what it takes to be a successful woman wrestler.

Extras: Mahrez, Salah, Mane vie for African football award

Extras: Mahrez, Salah, Mane vie for African football award

Rediff.com22 Dec 2019

News of all that's transpired on and off the football field

The village that survives on hope

The village that survives on hope

Rediff.com31 Oct 2015

Naomi Mihara and Ritu Panchal report from Nepal to provide a more humane picture about the conditions on the ground and how the local populace is trying to cope with it.

A fortnight after launch, Vistara load factor at 56%

A fortnight after launch, Vistara load factor at 56%

Rediff.com28 Jan 2015

Newly launched Vistara has a passenger load factor of 55% in the busy Delhi-Mumbai sector, compared with 80-85% in other airlines.

After Kerala rain fury, focus shifts to cleaning houses, public places

After Kerala rain fury, focus shifts to cleaning houses, public places

Rediff.com22 Aug 2018

More than 3,000 squads under health and local self-government departments have started the process of cleaning houses and public places, official sources said.

India's e-com revolution: How entrepreneurs were made

India's e-com revolution: How entrepreneurs were made

Rediff.com30 Dec 2014

On an average, around 45 per cent of domain name registrations in India get converted into a live website.

La Liga: 'BBC' trio lead Real Madrid to 5-0 romp at Betis

La Liga: 'BBC' trio lead Real Madrid to 5-0 romp at Betis

Rediff.com19 Jan 2014

Cristiano Ronaldo, Gareth Bale and Karim Benzema took Real Betis apart to give Real Madrid a resounding 5-0 win on Saturday that put them level on 50 points with Barcelona and Atletico Madrid at the top of La Liga.

Pervez Musharraf suffers severe heart attack

Pervez Musharraf suffers severe heart attack

Rediff.com2 Jan 2014

In a dramatic turn of events, former Pakistani military dictator Pervez Musharraf was admitted to an army hospital on Thursday after he suffered a heart attack on his way to a special court to face trial in a high treason case.

Why do our cities breed loneliness?

Why do our cities breed loneliness?

Rediff.com16 Sep 2014

'The sense of urban loneliness is felt most in the modern residential complexes. To be in the neighbourhood does not make one a friendly neighbour, so while one may appear friendly does not mean one is a friend. I am alarmed at the rate at which we Indians have grown away from some old systems that were ingrained in our society,' says N Suresh.

A fitness band from Vishal Gondal to take on gyms

A fitness band from Vishal Gondal to take on gyms

Rediff.com16 Dec 2014

The Goqii fitness tracker is a wrist band that measures one's steps, calories burnt, distance travelled, and even tracks the sleeping patterns.

10 modern health problems and how to prevent it

10 modern health problems and how to prevent it

Rediff.com12 Jul 2018

Heard of poshitis, text neck? See what you can do to alter your habits and lead a healthy life.

How the Women in Blue make India proud

How the Women in Blue make India proud

Rediff.com6 Feb 2019

The celebrations after the 2017 World Cup went on for the next few months. But there was one question that the Indian cricketers failed to respond to in their interviews. 'What was their next assignment?' Nobody knew; the players were waiting for the BCCI to tell them. The BCCI, with barely any time from its endless legal tangles, had nothing in mind immediately. The likes of Australia and England were back on the field, battling it out in the Ashes in front of sizeable crowds. But for Mithali Raj and team, there was no road ahead.

'Sridevi is the most beautiful woman God ever created'

'Sridevi is the most beautiful woman God ever created'

Rediff.com25 Feb 2018

'She was like a creation of God which he does whenever he is in a very special mood as a very very special gift to mankind.' 'I think he creates such exquisite pieces of art like her only once in a thousand years.'

Mind blowing gadgets that you would love to own!

Mind blowing gadgets that you would love to own!

Rediff.com6 Jan 2016

Technology became more personal in 2015.

Does your teenager need help?

Does your teenager need help?

Rediff.com20 Oct 2016

Teenagers are not trying to be rebellious, they are trying to establish their identity.

How can India rid itself of malaria?

How can India rid itself of malaria?

Rediff.com25 Oct 2019

India has the fourth highest number of malaria cases in the world.

The shocking way we treat 'servants'!

The shocking way we treat 'servants'!

Rediff.com19 Oct 2015

'In this resurgent India, class is the new caste. We are shaken up only occasionally, and briefly, when a battered, tribal teenager from Jharkhand looks us in the eye from our closet,' says Shekhar Gupta.

12 days, 5 states, 1,800 km: A dream journey begins

12 days, 5 states, 1,800 km: A dream journey begins

Rediff.com21 Jul 2016

The Mahindra Monastery Escape 2016 is a one-of-its-kind road trip through some of India's toughest and picturesque terrain.

Why Modi visits so many countries

Why Modi visits so many countries

Rediff.com20 Apr 2018

'He is seeking to harness the power of Indian Diasporas to national (support for India in global capitals) and political (enhance the Bharatiya Janata Party's support base) ends.'

'Bigg Boss can change your life'

'Bigg Boss can change your life'

Rediff.com13 Dec 2016

Sahil Anand, who was recently evicted from Bigg Boss, gives his verdict.

What do Indians know about sex?

What do Indians know about sex?

Rediff.com21 Oct 2016

Nothing much, says Khushwant Singh.

The unpredictable consequences of Burhan Wani's death

The unpredictable consequences of Burhan Wani's death

Rediff.com11 Jul 2016

'New Delhi's total disengagement virtually scripted the course of events, entailing unpredictable long range consequences,' says Mohammad Sayeed Malik.

Northern white rhinos to Lakshadweep: 10 things to see before they disappear forever

Northern white rhinos to Lakshadweep: 10 things to see before they disappear forever

Rediff.com20 Mar 2018

These natural wonders are all under threat.

Major Gogoi's pathshala and the Wall of Heroes

Major Gogoi's pathshala and the Wall of Heroes

Rediff.com27 May 2017

At a time when nationalism is a much-debated topic and the Armed forces' sacrifices are being ignored, a 'Wall of Heroes' at schools and colleges across the country to inspire the youth is a must, says Tarun Vijay.

'Kapil Sharma doesn't talk to me'

'Kapil Sharma doesn't talk to me'

Rediff.com1 Mar 2016

'I want to be known by my name, not as a character. I have my own branding. I think Kapil Sharma is angry with that. That could be one of the reasons why he did not invite me (on Comedy Nights With Kapil) during my film promotions.' Krushna Abhishek sets the record straight.

Must read: The Harvard grad's speech that went viral

Must read: The Harvard grad's speech that went viral

Rediff.com30 May 2016

Donovan Livingston, a master's graduate from Harvard university delivered a poetic address to the graduating class of 2016.

30 Under 30: The world is watching these Indian super achievers

30 Under 30: The world is watching these Indian super achievers

Rediff.com5 Jan 2017

The Forbes 30 Under 30 list is harder to get into than Stanford or Harvard University. Meet the desis who made the cut this year.

CWG: Indian women's hockey team enters semis; Hima in 400m final

CWG: Indian women's hockey team enters semis; Hima in 400m final

Rediff.com10 Apr 2018

Captain Rani Rampal's clinical strike helped India beat South Africa 1-0 to seal their place in the semi-finals of the women's hockey event at the 2018 Commonwealth Games in Gold Coast, on Tuesday.

'My objective was to resurrect Kasturba, not to demolish Gandhi'

'My objective was to resurrect Kasturba, not to demolish Gandhi'

Rediff.com10 Jun 2017

'This book is really the story of the woman whose destiny takes her onto the path of an inordinately iconic man whom the world reveres as God!' 'It is the day-to-day demolition of her dreams that are at stark variance with those who view him as a trail blazer on the holy path to redemption, while he wrecks the peace of those whom he loves the most; his family.'

Inside Vietnam's extraordinary underground military base

Inside Vietnam's extraordinary underground military base

Rediff.com6 Apr 2017

Kanika Datta visits the Cu Chi military tunnels -- a testimony to a plucky little country's 30-year war of resistance against, first, French colonisers and, then, the US.

'How can a man have so many lives in just one life?'

'How can a man have so many lives in just one life?'

Rediff.com25 Apr 2018

'The passing away of his mother just days before the premiere of his first film, his controversy with terrorism, his relationship with his father, his best friend, the women in his life... everything was shocking for me.'

In I-Day speech, PM Modi says bullets or abuses won't help resolve Kashmir

In I-Day speech, PM Modi says bullets or abuses won't help resolve Kashmir

Rediff.com15 Aug 2017

Addressing the nation on the 71st Independence Day from the ramparts of the historic Red Fort, he asserted that his government is committed to restoring the lost glory of Kashmir and its status as 'heaven on earth'.

I am not a terrorist, says 'free man' Sanjay Dutt

I am not a terrorist, says 'free man' Sanjay Dutt

Rediff.com25 Feb 2016

Speaking about his last few days in jail, Dutt said that excitement of freedom and being with family did not allow him to eat nor sleep.

How Parliament is being sabotaged from within

How Parliament is being sabotaged from within

Rediff.com19 Feb 2014

It is quite likely that the Parliament itself could now attract people's scorn. That would be terrible, and not the people but the politicians would be responsible, says Mahesh Vijapurkar.

In 2015, get back on the saddle!

In 2015, get back on the saddle!

Rediff.com3 Jan 2015

Aarushi Agarwal makes a (very, very) strong case for you to go back to the two-wheeler!

An actress we want to see in more films

An actress we want to see in more films

Rediff.com19 Oct 2018

'My work hasn't reached many people, and I hope that changes.'

How to stay disciplined while working from home

How to stay disciplined while working from home

Rediff.com17 Nov 2015

Do not let the advantage of flexible work hours impact your sanity.

Think you're smarter than your boss?

Think you're smarter than your boss?

Rediff.com19 Nov 2014

Most of us have been in that space at some point in our careers when we think we're better than our bosses. So how do you deal with it? Read on!

Amazon's new Kindle with touchscreen, a delight for book lovers

Amazon's new Kindle with touchscreen, a delight for book lovers

Rediff.com29 Oct 2014

A touchscreen in the new Amazon Kindle is a welcome upgrade.