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Half-Ticket: the mantra for laughs

Half-Ticket: the mantra for laughs

Rediff.com12 Dec 2003

Half-Ticket: the mantra for laughs

Half-Ticket: the mantra for laughs

Rediff.com10 Dec 2003

Anger is the enemy within us

Anger is the enemy within us

Rediff.com30 Jul 2018

'Fear of the Other stalks our lives as it did in ancient times and the mobs are just as easy to incite as it was then,' says Arundhuti Dasgupta.

Israel politician's wife sparks row; calls Obama 'black and weak'

Israel politician's wife sparks row; calls Obama 'black and weak'

Rediff.com22 Jun 2015

The wife of a senior Israeli politician sparked a row after she posted a racially charged joke about US President Barack Obama on Twitter wherein she referred to him as "black and weak".

Why India U-17 coach is 'not happy' with his team's showing

Why India U-17 coach is 'not happy' with his team's showing

Rediff.com7 Oct 2017

In the country's maiden appearance in any World Cup, India showed sparks in patches, but lagged way behind in class.

Why air fares in India are bizarrely low or way too high

Why air fares in India are bizarrely low or way too high

Rediff.com1 Jan 2015

Air fares in India are either too low or very high and this has not gone well with the regulator.

Should couples sign a prenuptial agreement?

Should couples sign a prenuptial agreement?

Rediff.com20 Nov 2015

Will a prenup strengthen or ruin a relationship? Share your views!

F1: Boos as Brazilian GP is halted twice

F1: Boos as Brazilian GP is halted twice

Rediff.com14 Nov 2016

Rain and crashes twice halted the potentially title-deciding Brazilian Formula One Grand Prix on Sunday with the crowd booing and triple world champion Lewis Hamilton disagreeing with officials.

The problem with entrance examinations in India

The problem with entrance examinations in India

Rediff.com18 Jul 2018

The reforms proposed for the monster examinations, JEE and NEET, which take several students' lives every year don't go far enough.

After meeting Putin, Trump terms Russia probe a 'disaster'

After meeting Putin, Trump terms Russia probe a 'disaster'

Rediff.com17 Jul 2018

Praising the 'frank and business-like atmosphere' of the summit, the Russian leader said he considered the talks 'very successful and useful'.

Is Modi really unbeatable?

Is Modi really unbeatable?

Rediff.com24 Jul 2019

'Mr Modi may have the aura of an irresistible conquistador now, but he is human. He isn't an 'avatar,' argues Shekhar Gupta.

An epic weekend beckons as Wenger and Mourinho renew rivalry

An epic weekend beckons as Wenger and Mourinho renew rivalry

Rediff.com4 May 2017

A fixture that once enjoyed the cachet of a heavyweight title fight -- and often resembled one on the pitch as England's preeminent teams slugged it out -- has been relegated in status with United fifth and Arsenal sixth in the Premier League.

Review: Neighbours isn't worth a review

Review: Neighbours isn't worth a review

Rediff.com14 Mar 2014

Why is a horror film on vampires so bloodless and awful, asks Raja Sen.

Watch out for Sanya Malhotra!

Watch out for Sanya Malhotra!

Rediff.com26 Feb 2019

'I am really grateful to God with respect to the films I get because choosing them are not a conscious effort.'

Tsitsipas comes of age to beat Nadal

Tsitsipas comes of age to beat Nadal

Rediff.com12 May 2019

Stefanos Tsitsipas pulled off one of the biggest wins of his short but remarkable career by beating Rafael Nadal 6-4 2-6 6-3 on Spanish soil on Saturday to book his place in the Madrid Open final against world number one Novak Djokovic.

Trump, feeling good about Florida, tells backers: 'Do not blow it up, go vote'

Trump, feeling good about Florida, tells backers: 'Do not blow it up, go vote'

Rediff.com3 Nov 2016

Sensing victory six days ahead of the elections, Republican presidential nominee Donald Trump has urged his supporters to go out and vote and "not blow up" the new momentum his campaign has gained after the FBI's decision to re-open investigation in the alleged email scandal of his Democratic rival Hillary Clinton.

'Cricket is bad politics...things change overnight'

'Cricket is bad politics...things change overnight'

Rediff.com9 Oct 2014

His anger at the English cricket administration and the then coach Andy Flower notwithstanding, Kevin Pietersen says he hasn't been too wise himself even though he is far from being the "villain" that he was made out to be before being sacked.

Review: Fireflies fails to evoke empathy

Review: Fireflies fails to evoke empathy

Rediff.com31 Oct 2014

Fireflies is is one giant cesspool of sadness and agony that is ever-expanding and will engulf every barely happy soul it can get its hand on , warns Paloma Sharma.

Orlando shooter identified himself as 'Islamic soldier': FBI

Orlando shooter identified himself as 'Islamic soldier': FBI

Rediff.com21 Jun 2016

'I am in Orlando, and I did the shootings,' Mateen told a 911 dispatcher in Arabic just after 2.30 am on June 12.

Decision on AJT soon: Fernandes

Decision on AJT soon: Fernandes

Rediff.com5 Feb 2003

‘AJT is subjected to rumours and some stupid ideas. We don't get into rumours,’ he said when asked if there are any contenders apart from Britain’s Hawk.

'Esha took a risk working with me'

'Esha took a risk working with me'

Rediff.com27 Jan 2003

Remembering Shammi: The Life and Times

Remembering Shammi: The Life and Times

Rediff.com6 Mar 2018

'I sometimes fight with God and tell him, "Bahut ho gaya yaar, I should go now, call me".'

Of injuries, sham and otherwise

Of injuries, sham and otherwise

Rediff.com28 Dec 2002

Backchat, edition of Saturday December 27

Jo-Wilfried Tsonga pulls out of U.S. Open

Jo-Wilfried Tsonga pulls out of U.S. Open

Rediff.com15 Aug 2013

Frenchman Jo-Wilfried Tsonga will not compete at this month's U.S. Open tennis grand slam after failing to recover in time from a knee injury.

Kohli wants to bury the hatchet

Kohli wants to bury the hatchet

Rediff.com15 Mar 2017

Virat Kohli does not regret his showdown with Steve Smith over DRS but the Indian skipper, on Wednesday, said he has decided to bury the hatchet and focus on the third cricket Test against Australia starting, in Ranchi, on Thursday.

Spanish Grand Prix: Hamilton and Rosberg take each other out

Spanish Grand Prix: Hamilton and Rosberg take each other out

Rediff.com15 May 2016

Formula One championship leader Nico Rosberg's hopes of an eighth successive win, and fifth of the season, disappeared on Sunday after a collision with Mercedes team-mate Lewis Hamilton on the opening lap of the Spanish Grand Prix.

Bigg Boss 11: Did everyone underestimate Hina Khan?

Bigg Boss 11: Did everyone underestimate Hina Khan?

Rediff.com24 Nov 2017

Sapna and Puneesh's big bad fight. Priyank goes crazy. And Akash goes crazier. The latest updates from the Bigg Boss house.

Why Lena Dunham chose a complete hysterectomy at age 31

Why Lena Dunham chose a complete hysterectomy at age 31

Rediff.com27 Feb 2018

'I have a broken heart.'

FA Cup: Ideye powers West Brom into quarters

FA Cup: Ideye powers West Brom into quarters

Rediff.com14 Feb 2015

Brown Ideye scored twice as West Bromwich Albion progressed to the quarter-finals of the FA Cup.

After Speedo, Ryan Lochte loses Ralph Lauren sponsorship

After Speedo, Ryan Lochte loses Ralph Lauren sponsorship

Rediff.com23 Aug 2016

US Olympic swimmer Ryan Lochte lost all four of his major sponsors on Monday, including Speedo USA and Ralph Lauren Corp, following his apology for an "exaggerated" story about being robbed at gunpoint at the Rio Games.

'I have lived on the edge for too long'

'I have lived on the edge for too long'

Rediff.com13 Sep 2017

'The stereotype of an actress is that she's dumb, somebody who will sit on your lap, giggle on stupid jokes, come to the van when she's being called, receive a call at 3am and come over to your house. So when a girl comes along and challenges this, people get uncomfortable.'

'Brands need to be brave'

'Brands need to be brave'

Rediff.com1 Apr 2019

'When there are people who hate brands, it shows they are standing for something.' 'If you are trying to be everything to all people, you are failing.' 'Brands should be brave enough and take more stands on issues.'

Doodh ka doodh, paani ka paani

Doodh ka doodh, paani ka paani

Rediff.com16 Jun 2003

BORROWING to buy an asset? Don't!

BORROWING to buy an asset? Don't!

Rediff.com25 Jan 2015

However, if you do borrow for say buying a house -- most people do -- do not be in a hurry to repay the loan. Take a loan at a young age and keep it on for the whole period.

Bigg Boss 10: Is Bani interested in Gaurav?

Bigg Boss 10: Is Bani interested in Gaurav?

Rediff.com9 Nov 2016

Manveer, Rahul, Lokesh and Naveen are nominated for this week's eviction.

How to fight your fears: Lessons from a rape survivor

How to fight your fears: Lessons from a rape survivor

Rediff.com27 Dec 2018

In this excerpt from the book Here and Beyond, author Rashmi shares the story of a survivor.

Why idea of Trump in White House should make you shudder

Why idea of Trump in White House should make you shudder

Rediff.com10 Dec 2015

We have compiled some of the gems from the billionaire's campaign trail. Once you are done going through the list, sit back and wonder whether he is the best suited to lead America in post-Obama days

Bigg Boss 10: What, really, is Om Swami's strategy?

Bigg Boss 10: What, really, is Om Swami's strategy?

Rediff.com25 Oct 2016

And why was he crying?

Psychological warfare is important to intimidate, says Johnson

Psychological warfare is important to intimidate, says Johnson

Rediff.com22 Dec 2014

Mitchell Johnson talks about the importance of instilling fear in the rivals.