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Mayor hints at unlocking Mumbai by February-end

Mayor hints at unlocking Mumbai by February-end

Rediff.com8 Feb 2022

It is good news for all. Everything must resume as soon as possible, Kishori Pedenkar said.

Buy these photos and you might help save the wildlife

Buy these photos and you might help save the wildlife

Rediff.com17 Nov 2020

Love wildlife and want to help in saving them? Here's a chance to do so from the comfort of your house. Presenting Prints for Nature -- a fine art photographic print sale offering collectors the chance to own work from some of the most impactful names in the photography industry and contribute to conservation. The initiative was created by National Geographic photographer Ami Vitale and includes eighty-five fine art and nature photographers who have generously donated prints for this cause. All of the net proceeds will go directly to support Conservation International's core initiatives. It will support those on the front lines protecting our wild lands and our most vulnerable species, at a time of critical need. The sale ends December 10, 2020. Please visit https://www.printsfornature.com/ to learn more.

Swimmers McKeon, Le Clos make Commonwealth Games history

Swimmers McKeon, Le Clos make Commonwealth Games history

Rediff.com1 Aug 2022

Swimmer Emma McKeon became the most successful Commonwealth Games athlete of all-time on Sunday, leading an Australian sweep of the women's 50 metre freestyle to claim a record 11th gold medal.

Olympics: Murphy's doping slur darkens mood at the pool

Olympics: Murphy's doping slur darkens mood at the pool

Rediff.com30 Jul 2021

Ryan Murphy lost the second of his Rio backstroke titles to Russian Evgeny Rylov at the 2020 Olympics on Friday and the US swimmer then suggested doping had played a part in his demise as events took an acrimonious turn at the Tokyo pool.

Is Tourism Destroying Goa?

Is Tourism Destroying Goa?

Rediff.com24 Feb 2023

Poor governance and mediocre short-sighted politics are destroying the paradise that Goa was as its environment, water table, culture and way of life is drastically threatened by tourism and migration, points out Ramesh Menon.

D-A-R-I-N-G Beachwear!

D-A-R-I-N-G Beachwear!

Rediff.com17 Jul 2021

Flattering swimsuits you need to include in your wardrobe.

Karnataka schools to resume classes 1-5 from Oct 25 as Covid cases drop

Karnataka schools to resume classes 1-5 from Oct 25 as Covid cases drop

Rediff.com18 Oct 2021

With COVID-19 cases declining, Karnataka government on Monday permitted re-opening of schools for students of classes 1 to 5 from October 25 by strictly adhering to precautions and guidelines against the coronavirus.

The no-stress EV from Tata Motors with more juice

The no-stress EV from Tata Motors with more juice

Rediff.com17 May 2022

If you thought the Tata Nexon EV was it, wait till you drive the new Tata Nexon EV Max with more battery power, says Rajesh Karkera. Photographs and video: Hitesh Harisinghani/Rediff.com.

Bula ecstatic after Seven Seas swim

Bula ecstatic after Seven Seas swim

Rediff.com23 Aug 2004

The 34-year-old swimmer crossed the 40-km long Palk Strait, on Friday to complete the feat.

Tokyo Games: STUNNING Pix!

Tokyo Games: STUNNING Pix!

Rediff.com26 Jul 2021

Capturing the drama at the 2020 Olympics.

How 5-yr-old internet sensation trained with Tendulkar

How 5-yr-old internet sensation trained with Tendulkar

Rediff.com11 Mar 2022

Tendulkar took care of all the expenses during Shahid and his family's visit to Mumbai and arranged for their stay at a guest-house.

Incredible Images of India

Incredible Images of India

Rediff.com14 Aug 2021

Rediff.com's Uttam Ghosh picks images of India from his travels.

India's Olympic hopefuls to train in Dubai

India's Olympic hopefuls to train in Dubai

Rediff.com15 Aug 2020

"The Dubai camp is for Olympic B qualifiers who are in India and currently unable to train," Swimming Federation of India secretary-general Monal Chokshi told Reuters.

What is Arjun Tendulkar doing with Mumbai Indians?

What is Arjun Tendulkar doing with Mumbai Indians?

Rediff.com17 Sep 2020

For now, Arjun is bowling to MI batsmen in the nets.

What's on Sonakshi's mind?

What's on Sonakshi's mind?

Rediff.com11 Jan 2021

Vidya looks gorgeous in a sari... Bhumi shows off her shoes.

Big Fish swims in bigger seas

Big Fish swims in bigger seas

Rediff.com8 Jan 2004

Meet the WATER BABIES of Bollywood!

Meet the WATER BABIES of Bollywood!

Rediff.com23 Nov 2020

Ever since the lockdown has been relaxed, Bollywood stars have headed out to holiday in the Maldives and other exotic locations.

IOA claims 'grave injustice' in CWG 2026 programme

IOA claims 'grave injustice' in CWG 2026 programme

Rediff.com14 Apr 2022

The exclusion of shooting, wrestling and archery from the initial programme of 2026 Commonwealth Games as "grave injustice" to the country

Entrepreneurs, Learn To Eat The Frog!

Entrepreneurs, Learn To Eat The Frog!

Rediff.com11 Apr 2022

'Eat that frog' implies that you do a daunting task first so it is out of your way and doesn't stress you, advises Dr Deep Lalvani, founder, Sublime Life, a sustainable beauty care brand.

PIX: Olympic champ Phelps throws ceremonial first pitch

PIX: Olympic champ Phelps throws ceremonial first pitch

Rediff.com30 Aug 2019

Phelps has 28 total Olympic medals, showed on Thursday he could also throw a useful baseball pitch.

Tharoor lost Cong prez poll but score many political points

Tharoor lost Cong prez poll but score many political points

Rediff.com19 Oct 2022

Amid questions over his future, many political observers believe he has enhanced his political stature.

Stuck in Thailand, swimmer Prakash using lockdown for injury recovery

Stuck in Thailand, swimmer Prakash using lockdown for injury recovery

Rediff.com15 Apr 2020

Stuck in a training centre in locked-down Thailand's Phuket, ace Indian swimmer Sajan Prakash has found a silver lining in the extra time he is getting to recuperate from an injury amid the gloom of coronavirus pandemic. Sajan, who travelled to Phuket in February to train for swimming meets, had hoped to achieve the 'A' qualification mark for the Olympics. However, the national record holder has been left stranded in the city following the lockdown in the country.

PHOTOS: Ten Stunning Dives from the World Swim Championships

PHOTOS: Ten Stunning Dives from the World Swim Championships

Rediff.com24 Jul 2013

Diving is physically demanding as the athletes perform somersaults, pikes, twists and turns. Rediff.com presents ten stunning dives from the ongoing 15th FINA World championships.

12 PSBs Post Profit Of Rs 256.85 Billion

12 PSBs Post Profit Of Rs 256.85 Billion

Rediff.com14 Dec 2022

Collectively, the pack of 12 has posted a 50 per cent rise in profits -- Rs 25,685 crore. On a quarter-on-quarter basis (that is, September over June), the rise is 68 per cent. Public sector banks have never had such a stellar performance, explains Tamal Bandyopadhyay.

The biggest surprises at Tokyo Olympics

The biggest surprises at Tokyo Olympics

Rediff.com28 Jul 2021

Some of the biggest surprises so far from the Tokyo Games.

Bula Choudhury to swim Cook Straits

Bula Choudhury to swim Cook Straits

Rediff.com14 Mar 2003

The Indian swimmer was attempt the New Zealand swim between March 25 and 29.

Unusual summer pics: To sip or to swim?

Unusual summer pics: To sip or to swim?

Rediff.com24 May 2011

We invited readers to send in their interesting summer snapshots. Here are some more responses -- and you can share yours too!

Virat Kohli urges people to support Indian athletes in Tokyo Olympics

Virat Kohli urges people to support Indian athletes in Tokyo Olympics

Rediff.com18 Jul 2021

'Watch our Indian athletes in Tokyo Olympics,' Virat Kohli said in a video

This model loves to cuddle deadly stingrays

This model loves to cuddle deadly stingrays

Rediff.com23 Jul 2018

She loves to dive naked with stingrays underwater.

Tokyo Games: MIND-BOGGLING Pix!

Tokyo Games: MIND-BOGGLING Pix!

Rediff.com5 Aug 2021

Scenes from the 2020 Olympics.

Covid cases continue to surge record high in Shanghai amid public anger

Covid cases continue to surge record high in Shanghai amid public anger

Rediff.com15 Apr 2022

The Chinese mainland on Thursday reported 3,472 locally transmitted confirmed COVID-19 cases, besides 20,782 asymptomatic cases, according to the National Health Commission.

Locked-down athletes face mental health challenge

Locked-down athletes face mental health challenge

Rediff.com10 Apr 2020

Health experts warn that a prolonged isolation could take a big mental toll on people whose livelihoods and self esteem are intrinsically linked to competition. Frustration at the confinement has already spilled over on occasion, with high profile soccer players getting into hot water for breaching government orders on social distancing by hosting parties and drinking sessions.

Oomphalicious! Masaba turns up the heat

Oomphalicious! Masaba turns up the heat

Rediff.com4 Feb 2021

The gorgeous designer posed up a storm as she shared a sizzling throwback pic on Instagram.

Maharashtra imposes night curfew from Jan 10

Maharashtra imposes night curfew from Jan 10

Rediff.com8 Jan 2022

Tightening restrictions in the face of surging COVID-19 cases, the Maharashtra Government on Saturday prohibited movement in public in groups of five or more from 5 in the morning to 11 at night, effective January 10 midnight.

G-23's Shashi Tharoor has a vision for Congress, will others see it?

G-23's Shashi Tharoor has a vision for Congress, will others see it?

Rediff.com30 Sep 2022

By filing his nomination as Congress president on Friday, Shashi Tharoor has shown he is no 'quockerwodger' -- a word he introduced into our lexicon which means someone acting on the instructions of an influential third party.

Naomi Osaka's Bikini Inspirations

Naomi Osaka's Bikini Inspirations

Rediff.com20 May 2021

Naomi Osaka launched her signature swimwear line.

Why has Priyanka dropped 'Jonas' from her name?

Why has Priyanka dropped 'Jonas' from her name?

Rediff.com23 Nov 2021

Pooja shoots with Amitabh... Like Sunny and Dulquer's selfies? What Rhea does to feel the newnormal?

All about US Open champion Daniil Medvedev

All about US Open champion Daniil Medvedev

Rediff.com13 Sep 2021

Factbox on Daniil Medvedev, who defeated world number one Novak Djokovic 6-4, 6-4, 6-4 in the US Open final on Sunday to win his first Grand Slam title.

Perez wins rain-delayed and red-flagged Monaco GP

Perez wins rain-delayed and red-flagged Monaco GP

Rediff.com29 May 2022

An angry Leclerc dropped to fourth after Ferrari called him in again for slicks and then told him, too late, to stay out after Sainz also pitted and went directly from wets to the dry tyres.

CWG 2022: How India fared on Tuesday, August 2

CWG 2022: How India fared on Tuesday, August 2

Rediff.com3 Aug 2022

India held on to sixth place in the medals tally