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PICS: Kenyans Jepchirchir, Chebet win Boston Marathon

PICS: Kenyans Jepchirchir, Chebet win Boston Marathon

Rediff.com19 Apr 2022

Chebet picked up his first major victory in two hours six minutes and 51 seconds, with compatriots Lawrence Cherono and Benson Kipruto second and third.

Winners of the 2019 Drone Awards

Winners of the 2019 Drone Awards

Rediff.com9 Aug 2019

The sky is literally the limit for the Drone Awards competition that has unveiled the stunning winning photos for 2019. From cross-country skiers that look like fish, voted Photo Of The Year, to human giants, this year's aerial art winning submissions demonstrate the diversity and artistry of the craft. The winning images will have their public display at the "Sky's the Limit" exhibition which will be held in Siena throughout November 2019, during the "Siena Awards" Photo Festival.

REWIND: Stunning PHOTOS of the week that was

REWIND: Stunning PHOTOS of the week that was

Rediff.com8 Feb 2016

Here's a glimpse of all that happened around the world last week, in 10 images.

Jallikattu Verdict A Victory For Tamil Youth Power

Jallikattu Verdict A Victory For Tamil Youth Power

Rediff.com22 May 2023

They just wanted their angst noticed, and as a symbol of recognition, Jallikattu, restored without the annual ritual of court cases and adjournments, explains N Sathya Moorthy.

Oomphalicous! Swara slays in an off shoulder look

Oomphalicous! Swara slays in an off shoulder look

Rediff.com15 Mar 2019

The actor walked for designer Prreti Jaiin Nainutia at the Lotus Makeup India fashion week.

Holi safety: 6 tips to protect your hair

Holi safety: 6 tips to protect your hair

Rediff.com26 Mar 2021

'Do not wash your hair immediately after playing Holi; instead, brush your hair to remove dry colours from your scalp.'

PIX: Ganeshas from Nagpur to Pennyslvania

PIX: Ganeshas from Nagpur to Pennyslvania

Rediff.com25 Aug 2020

Rediff readers tell us how they welcomed Lord Ganesha.

What's the religious significance of Holika Dahan?

What's the religious significance of Holika Dahan?

Rediff.com9 Mar 2020

The festival of Holika Dahan is celebrated by setting a holy bonfire.

China's manufacturing activity slows down to 11-month low

China's manufacturing activity slows down to 11-month low

Rediff.com24 Mar 2015

HSBC's purchasing managers' index was released on Tuesday.

Traditional Bengali recipes for Holi

Traditional Bengali recipes for Holi

Rediff.com15 Mar 2014

What are you waiting for? Read on and make these mouth-watering dishes at home today.

Recipes: Baked Truffle Mashed Potatoes, Pine Nut Rice

Recipes: Baked Truffle Mashed Potatoes, Pine Nut Rice

Rediff.com30 Dec 2021

Two recipes perfect for a cosy night in.

A night of poetry with Aditi, Divya, Neena, Vidya...

A night of poetry with Aditi, Divya, Neena, Vidya...

Rediff.com11 Jan 2019

Remembering a legend!

Class 9 student's smart shoe for the visually impaired

Class 9 student's smart shoe for the visually impaired

Rediff.com11 Apr 2022

Every week, we bring you fascinating videos, chosen by you, through your likes.

Special Air India flight evacuating Indians leaves from Wuhan today

Special Air India flight evacuating Indians leaves from Wuhan today

Rediff.com1 Feb 2020

The flight arrived at Wuhan's Tianhe International Airport on Friday evening. While the official number of students to be airlifted in the two flights is not known, Indians who reached the Wuhan airport on Friday said they were told that 374 were expected to be airlifted by the Air India flight. India has taken an undertaking from the Indians travelling in the two flights that they would be quarantined for 14 days after their arrival, besides undergoing special checks at the Wuhan airport.

Coronavirus: Xi says situation grave as toll rises to 41

Coronavirus: Xi says situation grave as toll rises to 41

Rediff.com26 Jan 2020

It has triggered a cause of concern for India too as many of the 700 odd Indian students studying in universities of Wuhan and Hubei provinces are still stuck up there.

Sight to behold: 30 million tulips blossom in Istanbul!

Sight to behold: 30 million tulips blossom in Istanbul!

Rediff.com27 Apr 2016

The result is a glorious spring flower festival with brilliant splashes of color everywhere the eye can see.

Holi Hungama: Colour me RED!

Holi Hungama: Colour me RED!

Rediff.com17 Mar 2014

Colours ruled the streets on Monday as people of all ages with faces and clothes smeared in myriad of hues celebrated Holi, a harvest festival which marks the onset of spring season.

New York Fashion Week: Priyanka shares front row with Salma Hayek, Julianne Moore

New York Fashion Week: Priyanka shares front row with Salma Hayek, Julianne Moore

Rediff.com12 Feb 2018

When the Bollywood star shared the front row with the Hollywood stars.

Will the Oscar go to this actress?

Will the Oscar go to this actress?

Rediff.com15 Sep 2020

Vanessa Kirby is sure to be nominated for the Best Actress Oscar award, and Frances McDormand of Nomadland will give her a healthy competition, feels Aseem Chhabra.

The relevance of Gudi Padwa and its rituals

The relevance of Gudi Padwa and its rituals

Rediff.com25 Mar 2020

A significant ritual is to consume neem leaves, a custom that marks the beginning of the festival. Neem also helps in boosting the immune system.

What can we next expect from Xi?

What can we next expect from Xi?

Rediff.com1 Mar 2021

It will be interesting to see whether India-China border tensions figure during the deliberations of PLA deputies to the NPC and CPPCC, notes Jayadeva Ranade, the distinguished China expert and retired RA&W officer.

PHOTOS: A riot of colours as India plays Holi

PHOTOS: A riot of colours as India plays Holi

Rediff.com2 Mar 2018

The festival of colours celebrated with traditional fanfare.

How do you celebrate Sankranti/ Pongal/ Lohri? Tell us!

How do you celebrate Sankranti/ Pongal/ Lohri? Tell us!

Rediff.com10 Jan 2017

Share your memories and pics of the harvest festival. We'll publish it right here!

Why I don't support the cracker ban on Diwali

Why I don't support the cracker ban on Diwali

Rediff.com16 Oct 2017

'How will one day's crackers change pollution levels?' 'And why limit such genius solutions to just the capital when air pollution and pollution affects all of India?' asks Aakar Patel.

Colours splashed all over: People revel in Holi celebrations

Colours splashed all over: People revel in Holi celebrations

Rediff.com21 Mar 2019

People in several states across the country smeared each other with colours, exchanged greetings and savoured sweets to celebrate Holi.

China lifts 73-day lockdown of virus epicentre Wuhan

China lifts 73-day lockdown of virus epicentre Wuhan

Rediff.com8 Apr 2020

The Wuhan lockdown was lifted even as epidemiologists warned that it is not the time to completely lower the guard and ease on full-scale restrictions, considering the looming asymptomatic patients and possible rebound in infections, the official media reported.

Trump flips on 'One China' policy, endorses it in call with Xi

Trump flips on 'One China' policy, endorses it in call with Xi

Rediff.com10 Feb 2017

Under the policy, the US recognises and has formal ties with China rather than the island of Taiwan, which China sees as a breakaway province to be reunified with the mainland one day.

Does Bella remind you of Audrey Hepburn?

Does Bella remind you of Audrey Hepburn?

Rediff.com22 May 2017

Cannes Film Festival saw some major model moments over the weekend.

Asia's largest tulip garden in full bloom

Asia's largest tulip garden in full bloom

Rediff.com9 Apr 2019

A treat for eyes and the soul -- that is the tulip festival in Srinagar! Tourists have been flocking the famous tulip garden in Jammu and Kashmir's Srinagar ever since it opened for visitors last Sunday.

PIX: Emma Watson, Nicole Kidman sizzle in Cannes

PIX: Emma Watson, Nicole Kidman sizzle in Cannes

Rediff.com17 May 2013

Here's a look at arrivals on day two of the film festival.

'Equity markets should remain in favour in 2022'

'Equity markets should remain in favour in 2022'

Rediff.com14 Jan 2022

'The markets have corrected almost 8-9 per cent from their highs, so one can accumulate quality stocks at reasonable prices.'

Vote for Aishwarya's best look at Cannes!

Vote for Aishwarya's best look at Cannes!

Rediff.com16 May 2011

Take this fun poll now.

Readers' pix: 'Holi always reminds me of Sholay'

Readers' pix: 'Holi always reminds me of Sholay'

Rediff.com22 Mar 2019

Rediff readers share their favourite Holi pix and memories.

In Pics: The anti-Trump fashion show

In Pics: The anti-Trump fashion show

Rediff.com10 Feb 2017

Models showing Tommy Hilfiger's spring collection sported white bandanas protesting the American president's executive order on immigrants.

Sunny Leone's Holi kiss!

Sunny Leone's Holi kiss!

Rediff.com30 Mar 2021

Bollywood stars mostly celebrated Holi at home this year, thanks to the COVID pandemic. Others preferred not to do even that, and instead, posted throwback pictures from the time Holi was spent right.

Decoding Priyanka Chopra's 'straight out of bed' Grammy look

Decoding Priyanka Chopra's 'straight out of bed' Grammy look

Rediff.com29 Jan 2018

Do you like her pajama look on the red carpet?

Celebrating Gudi Padwa: 5 rituals and their significance

Celebrating Gudi Padwa: 5 rituals and their significance

Rediff.com31 Mar 2014

What does a gudi signify? Read on...

Kite runners, this Sankranti

Kite runners, this Sankranti

Rediff.com16 Jan 2015

As winter fades and the sun's warmth begins, once again, to make its presence felt, India celebrates one of its oldest and most important festivals.

5 Foreign Destinations That Don't Require RT-PCR

5 Foreign Destinations That Don't Require RT-PCR

Rediff.com17 Mar 2022

India is ready, after battling the pandemic for two years, to travel once again.

Want the perfect movie holiday? Click here!

Want the perfect movie holiday? Click here!

Rediff.com31 Oct 2014

The best of India and the Middle East, now at the Dharamsala Film Festival.