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The Exotic Life of an Airforce Pilot

The Exotic Life of an Airforce Pilot

Rediff.com31 Oct 2019

Up in the Sky, Helicopter Stories takes us through the exotic and even charming world that Nitin Sathe has lived as an Indian Air Force pilot, says Ajit Balakrishnan.

Ranji round-up: Ton-up Dubey steers MP to 218/2 vs Kerala

Ranji round-up: Ton-up Dubey steers MP to 218/2 vs Kerala

Rediff.com3 Mar 2022

A round-up of all the Ranji Trophy matches played on Thursday.

The richest people in 30 countries

The richest people in 30 countries

Rediff.com24 Nov 2011

The world has 1,210 billionaires with a combined wealth of $4.5 trillion.

Review: Microsoft Surface Pro X is from the future

Review: Microsoft Surface Pro X is from the future

Rediff.com26 Jun 2020

The Microsoft Surface Pro X is a one-of-its-kind device that blends Windows 10 with ARM chip.

PIX: Richa Chadha, Bhumi Pedneker at Jagran fest

PIX: Richa Chadha, Bhumi Pedneker at Jagran fest

Rediff.com2 Oct 2015

Check out the star arrivals.

What inspired Rangoon?

What inspired Rangoon?

Rediff.com21 Feb 2017

Did the human drama provoked by the Japanese invasion of Burma and the Indian exodus from Rangoon inspire director Vishal Bhardwaj's forthcoming epic?

PIX: City lose at home to Chelsea; Leeds down Spurs

PIX: City lose at home to Chelsea; Leeds down Spurs

Rediff.com9 May 2021

Images from the English Premier League matches played on Saturday.

Ranji: Shorey's ton in vain as Jharkhand oust Delhi

Ranji: Shorey's ton in vain as Jharkhand oust Delhi

Rediff.com27 Feb 2022

A round-up of the fourth and final day's play in the Ranji Trophy matches across the country.

Trend Alert - Super Peppy Palazzo Pants

Trend Alert - Super Peppy Palazzo Pants

Rediff.com3 Feb 2015

Trend Alert - Super Peppy Palazzo Pants

Why reopening LoC trade routes remain a pipedream for Kashmir traders

Why reopening LoC trade routes remain a pipedream for Kashmir traders

Rediff.com26 Apr 2019

The chances of the posts opening remain slim, with security agencies recently identifying 10 suspects who smuggled in weapons, narcotics and fake currency.

PIX: Real Madrid claim narrow win to move closer to title

PIX: Real Madrid claim narrow win to move closer to title

Rediff.com14 Jul 2020

Real Madrid endured their toughest test at Granada on Monday since La Liga restarted but showed real determination to grind out a 2-1 win and record their ninth consecutive victory as they moved within touching distance of reclaiming the title. Early goals from Ferland Mendy and Karim Benzema were enough to restore a four-point lead over Barcelona and Real will clinch their first league title since 2017 with a win over Villarreal on Thursday or at Leganes on the final day of the season.

LOVE gyaan from Indian Matchmaking's Aparna

LOVE gyaan from Indian Matchmaking's Aparna

Rediff.com4 Nov 2020

'Love doesn't have to come out of nowhere on a train or in Switzerland on a mountain.'

What women want to hear from men in bed

What women want to hear from men in bed

Rediff.com22 Mar 2018

The kinkiest things men and women say to each other in bed.

Out of this world! Jaw dropping entries in Astronomy Photographer of the Year

Out of this world! Jaw dropping entries in Astronomy Photographer of the Year

Rediff.com2 Jul 2021

Thank heavens for these images! From a mesmerizing panorama of the aurora borealis in Iceland to a beautiful image of Comet Neowise, the Royal Observatory's annual Astronomy Photographer of the Year competition has again produced some truly astounding images. Run by the Royal Observatory Greenwich in London in association with BBC Sky at Night Magazine and now in its thirteenth year, the competition this year received over 4,500 entries from around the world. The competition winners will be announced on September 16 at an online award ceremony, and displayed in London's National Maritime Museum that same month. Here's our favourite images from this year's batch.

15 times Aishwarya looked UNFORGETTABLE

15 times Aishwarya looked UNFORGETTABLE

Rediff.com1 Nov 2020

On her 47th birthday on November 1, Sukanya Verma showcases 15 of her most memorable silver screen costumes.

VIDEO: Kangana reveals the secret to her svelte figure

VIDEO: Kangana reveals the secret to her svelte figure

Rediff.com13 Dec 2017

It involves ballet lessons and horse riding!

PIX: Batsmen let India down again; NZ in control

PIX: Batsmen let India down again; NZ in control

Rediff.com23 Feb 2020

Mayank Agarwal scored his fourth Test half-century as India inched to 78-2 at tea on the third day of Trent Boult followed up his counter-attacking cameo innings of 38 to take three wickets, including that of Virat Kohli, to put New Zealand on top against India at the end of the third day of the first test on Sunday. Trent Boult followed up his counter-attacking cameo innings of 38 to take three wickets, including that of Virat Kohli, to put New Zealand on top against India at the end of the third day of the first test on Sunday. The visitors, who had not lost any of their seven previous International Cricket Council World Test Championship matches, were 144-4 at the close of play at the Basin Reserve, still 39 runs behind and staring at their potential first defeat.

5 Things Every Mother Tells Her Daughter Who is Getting Married

5 Things Every Mother Tells Her Daughter Who is Getting Married

Rediff.com21 Nov 2014

Here are the 5 things every mother tells her daughter who is tying the knot

Richest people you've never heard of

Richest people you've never heard of

Rediff.com5 Jun 2007

Many fantastically rich people slip under the general public's radar. Including the world's second-wealthiest man

Ambani's net worth fell Rs 144,400 cr in stock market correction

Ambani's net worth fell Rs 144,400 cr in stock market correction

Rediff.com6 Apr 2020

The net worth of India's richest man, Mukesh Ambani, dropped 28 per cent, or USD 300 million a day for two months to USD 48 billion as on March 31 due to the massive correction in stock markets, a report said on Monday. The chairman and managing director of the diversified Reliance Industries saw his wealth decline by USD 19 billion (app Rs 144,400 crores) in the February-March period, taking his global ranking down eight places to 17th, the Hurun Global Rich List said.

'India might not have a third wave'

'India might not have a third wave'

Rediff.com6 Oct 2021

'Between its natural immunity with Delta, in so many populations, and then getting on top of the vaccination (situation), I do not think India is going to have another bad wave.'

PIX: Late Goretzka goal helps Bayern close in on title

PIX: Late Goretzka goal helps Bayern close in on title

Rediff.com14 Jun 2020

Leon Goretzka's 86th minute goal gave Bayern Munich a 2-1 victory over visitors Borussia Moenchengladbach on Saturday, meaning they need to win just one of their last three matches to secure the Bundesliga title.

Gadgets get sleeker avatar in 2010

Gadgets get sleeker avatar in 2010

Rediff.com31 Dec 2010

Slim is in, not only in the fashion world, but also in the tech world, with gadgets ranging from smartphones to personal computers adopting a sleeker avatar in 2010.

World's 10 richest business tycoons

World's 10 richest business tycoons

Rediff.com5 Mar 2015

Bill Gates is the world's richest man.

The man who defined luxury fashion

The man who defined luxury fashion

Rediff.com20 Feb 2019

Presenting 7 lesser-known facts about late designer Karl Lagerfeld

7 tips to deal with a FLIRTY boyfriend

7 tips to deal with a FLIRTY boyfriend

Rediff.com3 Jun 2021

The golden rule is, not to accuse him, says Sybil Shiddell, country manager, Gleeden, an extra marital dating Web site. Ask him the reason and make sure you make him comfortable to open up with you.

Biden closes in on magical number of 270

Biden closes in on magical number of 270

Rediff.com6 Nov 2020

Biden -- who bagged 253 seats as against Trump's 213 -- appeared to be nearing the magical figure of 270 of the 538 electoral college votes.

Merc GLE 400d: An SUV with cool moves

Merc GLE 400d: An SUV with cool moves

Rediff.com20 Jul 2020

While this hip-hop edition is unlikely to drive Merc's market share, the SUV exemplifies what the German automaker is best known for: Innovative engineering and, in this particular case, putting a smile on the face, discovers Pavan Lall.

Optimistic Roach sees bright future for ousted Windies

Optimistic Roach sees bright future for ousted Windies

Rediff.com28 Jun 2019

The comprehensive 125-run defeat at Old Trafford was West Indies' fifth loss in seven matches as the winners of the first two World Cups joined Afghanistan and South Africa on the sidelines.

South Africa down but not out of World Cup, says Markram

South Africa down but not out of World Cup, says Markram

Rediff.com22 Jun 2019

South Africa can take inspiration from Sri Lanka's upset win over hosts England and string together victories to keep their slim World Cup hopes alive, batsman Aiden Markram said.

World's top 10 richest self-made billionaires

World's top 10 richest self-made billionaires

Rediff.com17 Jun 2015

Microsoft co-founder Bill Gates tops list of the world's top 25 richest self-made billionaires.

'AB de Villiers is the IPL's most impactful player'

'AB de Villiers is the IPL's most impactful player'

Rediff.com17 Oct 2020

Royal Challengers Bangalore skipper Virat Kohli says with the South African batsman around the opposition knows they have a slim chance, 'and there's a good reason for that'.

Rabada calls for clear heads as South Africa prepare to face Windies

Rabada calls for clear heads as South Africa prepare to face Windies

Rediff.com10 Jun 2019

South Africa need to put aside the fallout from their decision to overlook AB de Villiers and their injury issues when they face the West Indies in the Cricket World Cup on Monday, said key bowler Kagiso Rabada.

CSK bowler, staff members test positive for COVID-19

CSK bowler, staff members test positive for COVID-19

Rediff.com28 Aug 2020

A source from the IPL revealed that all COVID-19 positive results came during day 1, 3 and 6 of testing after the contingent's landing in Dubai. The IPL is due to begin on September 19.

Govt likely to fast-track import restrictions on 371 Chinese goods

Govt likely to fast-track import restrictions on 371 Chinese goods

Rediff.com30 Jun 2020

The government has been gearing up to place tighter restrictions on the import of 371 items - ranging from toys and plastic goods to sports items, and furniture worth $127 billion.

Vasundhara has gained weight, let her rest: Sharad Yadav

Vasundhara has gained weight, let her rest: Sharad Yadav

Rediff.com6 Dec 2018

However, Yadav clarified later that his comment was meant to be a joke.

Road to the Tokyo Olympics for table tennis

Road to the Tokyo Olympics for table tennis

Rediff.com3 Sep 2018

Achanta Sharath Kamal is hopeful that India will finish on the podium at the Tokyo Olympics in 2020.

COVID vaccine: States to use bank guarantees

COVID vaccine: States to use bank guarantees

Rediff.com26 Dec 2020

Each of the larger states may need less than Rs 10,000 crore each to finance the exercise.

HAL choppers are ideal for China border

HAL choppers are ideal for China border

Rediff.com7 Oct 2020

The LCH can provide our soldiers fire support in 15,000-16,000 feet-high contested areas like Depsang, Galwan and the heights north and south of the Pangong Tso, where Indian soldiers are facing off against Chinese intruders.

Mukesh Ambani is now 9th richest man in the world

Mukesh Ambani is now 9th richest man in the world

Rediff.com20 Jun 2020

With RIL's market capitalisation crossing the Rs 11-trillion mark on Friday, Ambani is ahead of Google co-founders Larry Page and Sergey Brin, the 10th and 11th richest, respectively, and behind Zara founder Amancio Ortega on the Forbes Real-time Billionaires List.