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OpenAI says India poised to be AI talent powerhouse

OpenAI says India poised to be AI talent powerhouse

Rediff.com6 Jun 2025

India has always led in developer talent and now has a strong opportunity to lead in AI talent, OpenAI Global Chief Strategy Officer (CSO) Jason Kwon said on Thursday as the ChatGPT-maker launched OpenAI Academy in partnership with IndiaAI Mission.

'Only You Can Be Your Light'

'Only You Can Be Your Light'

Rediff.com20 Jun 2025

'Listen to the voice in your head and keep your inner sanctum safe.'

Aamir To Do A Superhero Film

Aamir To Do A Superhero Film

Rediff.com5 Jun 2025

Aamir is also reuniting with PK Director Rajkumar Hirani for a biopic on Dadasaheb Phalke, the Father of Indian Cinema.

Sreejesh conferred with Padma Bhushan

Sreejesh conferred with Padma Bhushan

Rediff.com28 Apr 2025

PR Sreejesh was among the 19 recipients of the Padma Bhushan in 2025, it's the third highest civilian honour.

Vances at Akshardham

Vances at Akshardham

Rediff.com21 Apr 2025

US Vice President JD Vance and his family began their four-day trip to India with a visit to the Swaminarayan Akshardham Temple in Delhi. The Vances, along with their three children dressed in Indian attire, spent an hour at the temple, admiring its intricate architecture and receiving a traditional welcome. The visit comes amid ongoing trade negotiations between the US and India.

King Khan Rules MET Gala

King Khan Rules MET Gala

Rediff.com6 May 2025

Social media has been abuzz with pictures and videos of Shah Rukh Khan ever since he made his Met Gala debut on Monday, May 5.

How T20 cricket is ruining the art of Test match batting

How T20 cricket is ruining the art of Test match batting

Rediff.com31 Oct 2024

'Sometimes you're so used to muscling the ball that you end up forgetting the soft hands which probably used to happen eight or 10 years back. A complete cricketer is a cricketer who plays T20 format and Test cricket successfully. He can adapt his game.'

'Indian Stocks Unlikely To Give Significant Returns In 12 Months'

'Indian Stocks Unlikely To Give Significant Returns In 12 Months'

Rediff.com30 May 2025

'Right now, silver -- and especially platinum -- are very cheap compared to gold. If I were buying today, I would choose platinum.'

BrahMos destroyed Pakistan's air bases: Amit Shah

BrahMos destroyed Pakistan's air bases: Amit Shah

Rediff.com18 May 2025

Union Home Minister Amit Shah said on Sunday that indigenously developed BrahMos missiles destroyed Pakistani air bases while its air defence system, borrowed from China, remained unused, during Operation Sindoor, which exposed its lies on terrorism to the world.

SRK On MET Gala: 'It's Not My 'Space''

SRK On MET Gala: 'It's Not My 'Space''

Rediff.com7 May 2025

After impressing with his MET Gala debut, Shah Rukh Khan expressed gratitude to Designer Sabyasachi and his team for making him feel 'comfortable' in a 'space' that doesn't belong to him.

'Only Trump Can Unite Thackeray Brothers'

'Only Trump Can Unite Thackeray Brothers'

Rediff.com6 Jun 2025

'Like me there are crores of Marathi people in the state hoping for this miracle to work.'

Jewel Thief: The Heist Begins Review: This Vault's Empty!

Jewel Thief: The Heist Begins Review: This Vault's Empty!

Rediff.com25 Apr 2025

Forget smarts or cheek, there's little novelty to be found in Jewel Thief's juvenile script, barring its now free usage of the F-word to make it sound all hip and adult, observes Sukanya Verma.

Bhagavad Gita, Natyashastra enter UNESCO's Memory of World Register

Bhagavad Gita, Natyashastra enter UNESCO's Memory of World Register

Rediff.com18 Apr 2025

Manuscripts of Bhagavad Gita and Bharat Muni's Natyashastra have been added to UNESCO's Memory of the World Register, joining 74 other new documentary heritage collections from 72 countries and four international organizations. Prime Minister Narendra Modi lauded the inclusion, describing it as a "proud moment for every Indian across the world." He highlighted the Gita and Natyashastra's contributions to civilization and consciousness, emphasizing their continued inspiration. Union Culture Minister Gajendra Singh Shekhawat also celebrated the recognition, emphasizing the historical significance for India's civilizational heritage. These additions bring the total number of inscribed collections on the UNESCO Memory of the World Register to 570, with India now having 14 inscriptions.

MT Vasudevan Nair, Suzuki, ex-CJI Khehar Singh get Padma Vibhushan

MT Vasudevan Nair, Suzuki, ex-CJI Khehar Singh get Padma Vibhushan

Rediff.com25 Jan 2025

President Droupadi Murmu on Saturday approved 139 Padma awards including seven Padma Vibhushans, 19 Padma Bhushans and 113 Padma Shris.

Bollywood Comes Alive On Mumbai's Streets

Bollywood Comes Alive On Mumbai's Streets

Rediff.com11 Mar 2025

Bollywood is such an integral part of Mumbai that it spills out in the city's busy streets!

Bhutan: The Last Shangri-La

Bhutan: The Last Shangri-La

Rediff.com12 Jun 2025

The visitor returns not just with the jewel-like beauty of the country imprinted on the mind, the body rejuvenated by hot stone massages, but also with the captivating stories and myths that are built into every important structure -- whether a tourist magnet or an off-the-beaten track spot.

The Kannada Film That Trumps Adolescence

The Kannada Film That Trumps Adolescence

Rediff.com9 Jun 2025

The unspoken subject of Mithya is violence, and the big zinger here is our recognition that the movie is showing us the makings of a juvenile delinquent -- perhaps the finest since Truffaut unleashed his Antoine Doinel, applauds Sreehari Nair.

How Tariff Trump Spent The Weekend

How Tariff Trump Spent The Weekend

Rediff.com14 Apr 2025

There's nothing apparently that Trump likes better than see grown up men fighting; second, of course, to leaders of other countries kissing his backside.

Why Everyone Is Talking About Shilpa's Blouse

Why Everyone Is Talking About Shilpa's Blouse

Rediff.com28 Mar 2025

Shilpa Shetty commanded the Lakme Fashion Week runway as Designer Mohammed Mazhar's showstopper.

Can Bhumi Ever Be Boring?

Can Bhumi Ever Be Boring?

Rediff.com29 Mar 2025

The talented star turned showstopper for designer Amit Aggarwal at FDCI x Lakme Fashion Week 2025.

Seen So Many Ladies On Bikes?

Seen So Many Ladies On Bikes?

Rediff.com1 Apr 2025

Thousands of youth and others, dressed in traditional attire, participated in a procession, performing traditional arts o celebrate Gudi Padwa on Sunday, March 30, 2025.

'I Wished He Had Made More Films'

'I Wished He Had Made More Films'

Rediff.com1 May 2025

'Whatever he has shot or directed and left with us over the last few decades have so much depth and emotion that we can cherish them for generations to come.'

4 Top Double-Door Refrigerators

4 Top Double-Door Refrigerators

Rediff.com25 Feb 2025

If you're looking for state-of-the-art double-door refrigerators with a 3-star energy rating, we've got you covered.

Patience, power, stamina: The virtues for the ODI challenge

Patience, power, stamina: The virtues for the ODI challenge

Rediff.com6 May 2025

For Kohli, ODIs still hold space for that classic contest -- bat vs ball, power vs restraint -- and crucially, character vs pressure.

Suriya Brings Retro Vibes To Mumbai

Suriya Brings Retro Vibes To Mumbai

Rediff.com30 Apr 2025

A section of the Mumbai media got a glimpse of how the devoted fandoms of South Indian superstars operate when Tamil sensation Suriya visited the city on Tuesday afternoon to promote his upcoming pan-India film Retro.

The Many, MANY Jobs Of Akshay Kumar

The Many, MANY Jobs Of Akshay Kumar

Rediff.com15 Apr 2025

Before he plays a lawyer in Kesari 2 next, Sukanya Verma looks at the professions Akshay has acted on screen before.

On The Beach With Samantha

On The Beach With Samantha

Rediff.com7 Apr 2025

Fort Kochi's charm lies in its oldness. Put on that cap, lace up your sneakers and those 10,000 steps are easy-peasy!

'Degrees Don't Define Success, Skills Do'

'Degrees Don't Define Success, Skills Do'

Rediff.com2 May 2025

'Start learning. Start selling. Start building. The rest will follow,' says the Shark Tank India investor.

Falling In Love With Japan

Falling In Love With Japan

Rediff.com26 May 2025

'I am smitten with Tokyo's eclectic mix of modern cosmopolitanism and old world Japan,' confesses Dinesh Raheja.

'Just Because You Are An Actress Doesn't Mean...'

'Just Because You Are An Actress Doesn't Mean...'

Rediff.com25 Mar 2025

'I was blessed to earn a lot of fame and money, more than I ever expected, and the time has come to share what I have earned with others.'

Hitman @ 38: Rohit Sharma Era in Indian Cricket

Hitman @ 38: Rohit Sharma Era in Indian Cricket

Rediff.com30 Apr 2025

Calm, commanding, and ever-charismatic, the 'Hitman' has ensured that his legacy is not just written in numbers, but in moments that stirred a billion hearts.

'A Lot Of The Impact For Kajra Re Must Go To Aishwarya'

'A Lot Of The Impact For Kajra Re Must Go To Aishwarya'

Rediff.com18 Mar 2025

'The sincerity and commitment to art is something you don't see much these days; it's more about the moolah.'

The Bhootnii Review: Senseless!

The Bhootnii Review: Senseless!

Rediff.com1 May 2025

The Bhootnii is just never thrilling, frightening or funny enough to pass itself off as a horror comedy, notes Deepa Gahlot.

Watch! How Janhvi Set The Ramp On Fire

Watch! How Janhvi Set The Ramp On Fire

Rediff.com30 Mar 2025

Designer Rahul Mishra's Silk Route collection was the perfect platform for Janhvi Kapoor to express her love for high fashion.

Why Stalin Is Pushing Keeladi Over Indus Valley

Why Stalin Is Pushing Keeladi Over Indus Valley

Rediff.com2 Jun 2025

'It has the potential to sow seeds of furthering discord when the direction of the discourse is aimed at propagating the perceived supremacy of 'cultural nationalism' from a distant past over the prevailing dominance of 'Constitutional nationalism',' argues N Sathiya Moorthy.

How Outrageous Did Met Gala Get This Year? Take A Look

How Outrageous Did Met Gala Get This Year? Take A Look

Rediff.com9 May 2025

In keeping with the mood of the evening, there were several outfits that definitely took fashion risks. Did it pay off? You tell us.

From Modi to Tendulkar: Ghibli magic takes India by storm

From Modi to Tendulkar: Ghibli magic takes India by storm

Rediff.com31 Mar 2025

Here are some of the avatars of Modi and others that are doing the rounds of the internet.

PIX: One-legged footballer astounds in Germany

PIX: One-legged footballer astounds in Germany

Rediff.com18 Apr 2025

Pierre Kaiser has truly mastered the art of ball juggling. And when it comes to the classic rondo drill, the 35-year-old is right in the thick of it. What makes it special: in 2007, Pierre lost his leg in a train accident. Since then, football has become his greatest passion.

'Nobody Has The Right To Criticise My Dance Because Of My Skin Colour'

'Nobody Has The Right To Criticise My Dance Because Of My Skin Colour'

Rediff.com14 Mar 2025

This is the story of a man who fought racism and casteism throughout his life to become a professor of Bharata Natyam at the premier centre for performing arts in India, the Kerala Kalamandalam.

Indian, US Armies Exercise Tiger Triumph

Indian, US Armies Exercise Tiger Triumph

Rediff.com10 Apr 2025

Indian and US armed forces conclude a comprehensive training phase as part of Exercise Tiger Triumph 2025.