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Is this Jacqueline Fernandez's soul sister?

Is this Jacqueline Fernandez's soul sister?

Rediff.com30 Apr 2019

A former Playboy model, Amanda Cerny, the cover star of The Peacock Magazine, is touted to be Jacqueline Fernandez's doppelganger.

Mystery shrouds death of Assam's 'Lady Singham' as video, audio clips go viral

Mystery shrouds death of Assam's 'Lady Singham' as video, audio clips go viral

Rediff.com19 May 2023

Adding more mystery to the sensational death case, another video clip of a different person also went viral, claiming that the deceased police officer's vehicle was stationary and a speeding truck had hit it.

Check out Steve Smith's 'duplicate'

Check out Steve Smith's 'duplicate'

Rediff.com25 Jan 2020

Giving the 'social challenge' a new twist, the International Cricket Council called Australian batting sensation Marnus Labuschagne a duplicate of his team-mate Steve Smith. ICC used three different photos of Steve Smith indicating different profile pictures for Linkedin, Facebook, and Instagram. However, they replaced his Twitter picture with a duplicate account and used Labuschagne's photo to denote it, terming it as 'duplicate account'.

WOW Moments From Paris Olympics!

WOW Moments From Paris Olympics!

Rediff.com13 Aug 2024

With the athletes bidding goodbye to Paris after another bone-tingling edition of the Olympics, Norma Astrid Godinho/Rediff.com, shares some interesting nuggets that made the Paris Olympics an event to remember!

'One of the greatest stories in world sport': Cricketing world hails Jaiswal

'One of the greatest stories in world sport': Cricketing world hails Jaiswal

Rediff.com3 Feb 2024

Prolific opener Yashasvi Jaiswal scored his maiden Test double hundred in the second Test against England in Visakhapatnam on Saturday, becoming the third youngest Indian to achieve the feat in his nascent-but-remarkable career.

Don't conduct parallel trial in Sushant case: PCI to media outlets

Don't conduct parallel trial in Sushant case: PCI to media outlets

Rediff.com28 Aug 2020

The media should not narrate the story in a manner so as to induce the general public to believe in the complicity of the person indicted, the Press Council of India (PCI) said in its advisory.

What makes Gigi Gorgeous a YouTube sensation

What makes Gigi Gorgeous a YouTube sensation

Rediff.com15 Jun 2017

With a million subscribers online, she's changing the way people look at the transgender community.

'Don't think Bumrah has been used in the correct fashion'

'Don't think Bumrah has been used in the correct fashion'

Rediff.com2 Apr 2024

With the T20 World Cup round the corner, Australia's former fast-bowling star Brett Lee is looking forward to India's latest pace sensation Mayank Yadav's progression with great anticipation, describing him as the "talk of the town."

Qandeel's brother says kin helped in her murder

Qandeel's brother says kin helped in her murder

Rediff.com23 Jul 2016

Waseem said he made the plan to kill Qandeel with the assistance of a relative, Haq Nawaz, who was present when he strangled his sister while another relative Basit waited outside the house in a car, police said.

Will These Celebs Appear On Bigg Boss OTT 2?

Will These Celebs Appear On Bigg Boss OTT 2?

Rediff.com13 Jun 2023

The official list of contestants is not out yet, but Namrata Thakker digs out some names that are in contention.

Sensational at 39! Kareena wows in a strapless dress

Sensational at 39! Kareena wows in a strapless dress

Rediff.com9 Oct 2019

Kareena Kapoor Khan is a vision in gold on the cover of Elle.

Barca's Alves rants against media

Barca's Alves rants against media

Rediff.com9 Jan 2016

Barcelona defender Dani Alves launched a foul-mouthed tirade on social media on Friday over football coverage by the Spanish press.

Bhakshak Review: The Horror Of Child Abuse

Bhakshak Review: The Horror Of Child Abuse

Rediff.com9 Feb 2024

Bhakshak should create some awareness and maybe raise some compassion towards victims of abuse, observes Deepa Gahlot.

India In 2023: 'Looking Like A Wow'

India In 2023: 'Looking Like A Wow'

Rediff.com27 Dec 2023

'An important dimension that shone through was the enormous pride in India, a general belief that as Indians we are starting to count globally and we are at the forefront of the world.'

Punjab govt bans public display of firearms, songs glorifying guns

Punjab govt bans public display of firearms, songs glorifying guns

Rediff.com13 Nov 2022

The Punjab government on Sunday banned the public display of firearms, including on social media, and songs allegedly promoting gun culture and violence, as it tightened regulations after facing flak from the Opposition over the law and order situation.

'How many times will they kill me or Bachchan Saab?'

'How many times will they kill me or Bachchan Saab?'

Rediff.com19 Dec 2018

"I urge users of social media to be cautious. Social-media outlets are not to be fooled around with."

Pak model Qandeel Baloch's father wants son to be 'shot on sight'

Pak model Qandeel Baloch's father wants son to be 'shot on sight'

Rediff.com22 Jul 2016

"I say he should be shot on sight! He suffocated my little one. We were drugged, asleep upstairs. She must have called out to us," Qandeel's father Anwar Azeem said.

Atiq murder: Section 144 imposed in all 75 districts of UP

Atiq murder: Section 144 imposed in all 75 districts of UP

Rediff.com16 Apr 2023

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath convened a high-level meeting in Lucknow and constituted a three-member judicial commission to probe the killings.

Twitter turned rogue during 2020-22: BJP amid row

Twitter turned rogue during 2020-22: BJP amid row

Rediff.com13 Jun 2023

Amit Malviya said Twitter was in violation of India laws for an extended period (between 2020-2022).

Elated to see him seal a Candidates berth: Praggnanandhaa's mother

Elated to see him seal a Candidates berth: Praggnanandhaa's mother

Rediff.com25 Aug 2023

Teen chess sensation R Praggnanandhaa's mother, R Nagalakshmi said on Friday she was elated to see her son seal a berth in the Candidates Tournament, adding the 18-year-old has a "long way to go" in the sport.

Rahul, Marx, Dhinchak Pooja

Rahul, Marx, Dhinchak Pooja

Rediff.com15 Nov 2017

In a landscape dominated by social media, everything begins to matter less for what it is than for how many likes or re-tweets it can generate.

'Tensed' Team India players follow IPL Auction

'Tensed' Team India players follow IPL Auction

Rediff.com12 Feb 2022

Rohit Sharma took to social media to share a photo of his teammates following the IPL 2022 auction.

Suryakumar will not be bogged down by vice captaincy

Suryakumar will not be bogged down by vice captaincy

Rediff.com29 Dec 2022

"I came to know from my dad who is always active on social media. He forwarded me the list and also sent me a short message, 'not to take any pressure and enjoy your batting'.

If government wishes...: Kangana on entry in politics

If government wishes...: Kangana on entry in politics

Rediff.com29 Oct 2022

Earlier this month, Kangana had said that she has no plans to enter into politics professionally as she remains focused on her film career.

8 YouTube channels blocked for spreading disinformation against India

8 YouTube channels blocked for spreading disinformation against India

Rediff.com18 Aug 2022

The government on Thursday ordered blocking of eight YouTube channels, including one operating from Pakistan, for allegedly spreading disinformation related to India's national security, foreign relations and public order.

'Age of bans on media is over,' says Arun Jaitley

'Age of bans on media is over,' says Arun Jaitley

Rediff.com26 Oct 2015

Information and Broadcasting Minister Arun Jaitley on Monday said the "age of bans" on the media is over, observing that it is "literally impossible" to implement them.

Results 2024: What Lies Ahead For India

Results 2024: What Lies Ahead For India

Rediff.com13 Jun 2024

'The 2024 election results will lead to much intense targeting of Modi, more intense debates, many more breakdowns in Parliament and many more movements on the streets.' 'The results have hit Modi's standing, and the politics of the Opposition parties will be sharply focused to ensure that Modi doesn't get back his charisma of being 'invincible' with help of State power.' Sheela Bhatt looks at the political situation through the prism of 2024 Lok Sabha election results.

Atiq's killing: Security upped across UP, Internet shut in Prayagraj

Atiq's killing: Security upped across UP, Internet shut in Prayagraj

Rediff.com16 Apr 2023

Prohibitory orders under Section 144 of the Code of Criminal Procedure (CrPC) have been issued in all districts of Uttar Pradesh to prevent any untoward incident.

'Gold is gold, had tears in my eyes': Smriti gets candid

'Gold is gold, had tears in my eyes': Smriti gets candid

Rediff.com25 Sep 2023

Smriti Mandhana expressed her overwhelming joy on winning a gold medal

Playing with rule of law...: Priyanka on Atiq's killing

Playing with rule of law...: Priyanka on Atiq's killing

Rediff.com16 Apr 2023

Without taking names, in a tweet in Hindi, Priyanka Gandhi said the law of the country is written in the Constitution and this law is paramount.

Jadeja starts prep for WTC final

Jadeja starts prep for WTC final

Rediff.com13 May 2021

'Preparation starts here #englandtour #workout'.

Dorsey, govt in tweetstorm over Twitter ex-CEO's armtwisting charge

Dorsey, govt in tweetstorm over Twitter ex-CEO's armtwisting charge

Rediff.com13 Jun 2023

Union minister Rajeev Chandrashekar on Tuesday rejected Dorsey's claim, calling it an "outright lie" and "an attempt to brush out that very dubious period" of firm's history.

'Go Corona Go' fame Union minister tests Covid +ve

'Go Corona Go' fame Union minister tests Covid +ve

Rediff.com27 Oct 2020

The Republican Party of India leader has been admitted to a private hospital in south Mumbai.

PIX: Hina Khan's bikini holiday in Maldives

PIX: Hina Khan's bikini holiday in Maldives

Rediff.com26 Dec 2019

Hina Khan made her recent Maldives holiday a sensation on social media, thanks to her hot pictures.

Long Live Empress Rashmika Of Saris

Long Live Empress Rashmika Of Saris

Rediff.com13 Mar 2023

Raise your hands if you're a fan of the actress' dignified fashion!

The Best South Songs of 2023

The Best South Songs of 2023

Rediff.com20 Dec 2023

Arjun Menon lists some of the popular songs from the South Indian movies in 2023.

Calm Gaikwad not bothered about hype around captaincy

Calm Gaikwad not bothered about hype around captaincy

Rediff.com21 Aug 2023

Gaikwad will captain a side full of youngsters in Hangzhou with the main team busy with World Cup preparations at the same time.

Hot Alert! Kylie and Travis turn up the heat

Hot Alert! Kylie and Travis turn up the heat

Rediff.com18 Jul 2018

The couple's GQ mag cover has got over 5 million likes already.

Pretty Palak's Enviable Style Smartness

Pretty Palak's Enviable Style Smartness

Rediff.com4 Jan 2023

The young actor has a desi-girl-meets-glam-goddess mystique.

MHA directs NIA to probe foreign hand in Udaipur tailor's murder

MHA directs NIA to probe foreign hand in Udaipur tailor's murder

Rediff.com29 Jun 2022

The Union home ministry on Wednesday directed the National Investigation Agency (NIA) to take over the investigation of 'brutal murder' of a tailor in Udaipur and probe involvement of any organisation and international links.