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WOW! Disha Looks DIVINE

WOW! Disha Looks DIVINE

Rediff.com16 Aug 2022

No one rocks an ab-baring look like Disha Patani.

Fan Moment! Ashwin's duplicate touches his feet

Fan Moment! Ashwin's duplicate touches his feet

Rediff.com7 Feb 2023

Mahesh Pithiya's uncanny resemblance with Ravichandran Ashwin's action will surprise you.

Air India leases six A320 neo aircraft from Chinese bank

Air India leases six A320 neo aircraft from Chinese bank

Rediff.com9 Nov 2022

Air India has leased a fleet of six Airbus A320 neo aircraft from CDB Aviation, a wholly owned Irish subsidiary of China Development Bank Financial Leasing Co Limited, to boost the Tata Group-owned company's transformation journey, a statement said on Wednesday. The leasing agreement was signed on the sidelines of the Airline Economics Growth Frontiers Asia Pacific 2022 conference, said the CDB Asia statement. CDB Aviation is among the first aircraft leasing companies to secure the placement of Air India's additional A320 neo aircraft under the recently announced multi-stage transformation plan since the purchase of the airline by Tata group, which aims to increase the carrier's fleet and help it boost both domestic and international operations.

Nina and the art of being

Nina and the art of being

Rediff.com17 Jul 2003

Nina and the art of being

Nina and the art of being

Rediff.com17 Jul 2003

Artist Vivan Sundaram, among India's greats, dies at 79

Artist Vivan Sundaram, among India's greats, dies at 79

Rediff.com29 Mar 2023

"Vivan Sundaram passed away this morning at 9.20 am. Further details of the cremation as decided will be communicated to you shortly," read a note issued by Safdar Hashmi Memorial Trust (SAHMAT), of which Sundaram was a founding trustee.

'Shane's Legacy will live on'

'Shane's Legacy will live on'

Rediff.com13 Sep 2022

'A legacy gives you a perspective on what's important. It is about the richness of an individual's life, including what they accomplished and the impact they had on people and places.'

Despite personal loss, PM goes ahead with train launch

Despite personal loss, PM goes ahead with train launch

Rediff.com30 Dec 2022

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday asserted that the Union government is making record investment for railway infrastructure modernisation.

India eyes pacts, expansion of ties with Egypt during Sisi's visit

India eyes pacts, expansion of ties with Egypt during Sisi's visit

Rediff.com20 Jan 2023

Sisi will be the first Egyptian President and the fifth leader from the Middle-East to grace the Republic Day celebrations as the chief guest. He is scheduled to arrive in India on January 24.

NTR Jr, Ram Charan Rock Asian Celebs List

NTR Jr, Ram Charan Rock Asian Celebs List

Rediff.com15 Dec 2022

Alia Bhatt is at No 4, Allu Arjun is at No 10...

Remembering Lalita Lajmi

Remembering Lalita Lajmi

Rediff.com14 Feb 2023

Gitanjali Gurbaxani remembers her teacher Lalita Lajmi, the artist and painter who passed into the ages on Monday.

International idol smuggler Subhash Kapoor, aides convicted, get 10 years in jail

International idol smuggler Subhash Kapoor, aides convicted, get 10 years in jail

Rediff.com1 Nov 2022

A trial court in Tamil Nadu's Kumbakonam on Tuesday convicted international antique dealer Subhash Chandra Kapoor and five of his accomplices to 10 years imprisonment in the Udayarpalayam burglary and illegal export of 19 antique idols valued over Rs 94 crore to the Art of the Past Gallery, New York, USA, the state idol wing CID said on Tuesday.

How IPL disappointment spurred Siraj to success in white ball cricket

How IPL disappointment spurred Siraj to success in white ball cricket

Rediff.com16 Jan 2023

India pacer Mohammed Siraj said the disappointment of not being able to perform in IPL 2022 pushed him to focus more on white-ball cricket, which is paying rich dividends.

'I want to tell more and more stories on Indian cinema'

'I want to tell more and more stories on Indian cinema'

Rediff.com14 Apr 2023

'I didn't want to do a highlight reel with greatest hits of Yash Raj Films.' 'I wanted to do an actual story.'

Army plans to procure 200 locally-built Prachand, light utility helicopters

Army plans to procure 200 locally-built Prachand, light utility helicopters

Rediff.com15 Feb 2023

The Army is looking at procuring the LUHs and LCHs to replace its ageing fleets of Cheetah and Chetak helicopters.

Rahul Gandhi and the art of selling fear

Rahul Gandhi and the art of selling fear

Rediff.com19 May 2011

Politicians may not understand things in great detail, but they surely understand that creating fear in the minds of people to garner votes, works. Rahul Gandhi is the latest politician who has tried to use this strategy, just that in his case, it did not work, says Shonalee Biswas.

Watch Live! 73rd Republic Day parade on Rajpath

Watch Live! 73rd Republic Day parade on Rajpath

Rediff.com26 Jan 2022

The Republic Day parade-2022 is happening in the 75th year of Indian independence, which is being celebrated as 'Azadi ka Amrit Mahotsav' across the country.

Learn the art of gifting, Cadbury way

Learn the art of gifting, Cadbury way

Rediff.com10 Oct 2007

Cadbury aims to change consumer behaviour with its new Celebrations campaign. With an annual per capita consumption level of around 0.14 gram, compared with 10 kg in the US, the Indian market is among the smallest in the world: India accounts for under 0.5 per cent of the $57-billion global chocolate market.

Cong returned to power in Raj in 2018 due to my work: Gehlot

Cong returned to power in Raj in 2018 due to my work: Gehlot

Rediff.com26 Jan 2023

As he said this, he set the target of winning 156 seats in the assembly election due later this year.

Lucky Masood and a Spidercam controversy

Lucky Masood and a Spidercam controversy

Rediff.com24 Oct 2022

Following the match on Sunday, Cricket fans were quick to comment on the issue.

How To ACE The NDA Exam!

How To ACE The NDA Exam!

Rediff.com31 Mar 2023

Air Commodore Nitin Sathe (retd) helps you shake off the last-minute jitters as you prepare for the UPSC National Defence Academy exam.

Scottish Leader's Mussoorie Connection

Scottish Leader's Mussoorie Connection

Rediff.com27 Mar 2023

Kate Forbes studied at Woodstock School for 3 years, and lived in India for 8 years. 'She has a heart for service and we are excited she has reached great heights at such a young age,' said her teacher Sanjaya Mark.

Incredibly Glamorous Jonita

Incredibly Glamorous Jonita

Rediff.com13 Apr 2022

Bright blouses, denim corsets, cutout dresses are all part of her vibrant wardrobe.

Why Ashwin will go to bed feeling a lot better...

Why Ashwin will go to bed feeling a lot better...

Rediff.com10 Mar 2023

Ashwin has taken 24 wickets in the series so far with an innings left to bowl, but his 6/91 in 47.2 overs will certainly go down as one of his best efforts on a flat deck

Why Is It An Attack On India?

Why Is It An Attack On India?

Rediff.com7 Feb 2023

India's Right-wing has sought to own our democracy by making itself appear the stuff of majority, and sometimes, a national ethos older than the Constitution on which our democracy is based, argues Shyam G Menon.

Jubilee Review: Amazing Winner!

Jubilee Review: Amazing Winner!

Rediff.com7 Apr 2023

Jubilee's irresistible celebration of cinema and all its good, bad, ugly ways lives up to its title, applauds Sukanya Verma.

Aatmanirbharta At Aero India 2023

Aatmanirbharta At Aero India 2023

Rediff.com17 Feb 2023

The real value of the Tejas Mark 1 is the role it will now play in the development of India's next generation of fighter aircraft that will be more technologically advanced and lethal.

A Cake Artist And Her Amazing Creations

A Cake Artist And Her Amazing Creations

Rediff.com16 Mar 2023

Prachi Dhabal Deb, who began her career as a financial analyst, but found her heart in the field of confectionery art.

Argentina lift title after 36 years and dramatic finish

Argentina lift title after 36 years and dramatic finish

Rediff.com19 Dec 2022

Argentine, somehow, were ready for an emotional, nail-biting encounter, having already gone through a dress rehearsal in the same stadium against the Netherlands in the quarter-finals.

'Dhoni gets the best out of the players'

'Dhoni gets the best out of the players'

Rediff.com7 Mar 2023

'It is Dhoni, Fleming and the support staff who decide on cricket.' 'The fans expect CSK to do well, and with Dhoni at the helm, CSK is capable of it.'

Crew gives final touches to IAC Vikrant ahead of commissioning by Modi

Crew gives final touches to IAC Vikrant ahead of commissioning by Modi

Rediff.com26 Aug 2022

The 1,600-member crew and a slew of civilian workers were working like busy bees on Friday preparing the majestic warship IAC Vikrant for its commissioning on September 2.

Sania and the art of time management

Sania and the art of time management

Rediff.com21 Sep 2005

What Electoral Politics Can Learn From Cricket

What Electoral Politics Can Learn From Cricket

Rediff.com24 Feb 2023

Cricket has taken many steps forward towards excellence and fairness. Electoral politics has a lot of catching up to do, points out Rajeev Bhargava in his fascinating new book Between Hope and Despair.

'Dada, you will be missed'

'Dada, you will be missed'

Rediff.com24 Mar 2023

'Life was a canvas and Pradeep Sarkar painted with full intensity -- be it an ad film or a feature film.'

4 Indian cities among top tech hubs in Asia Pacific

4 Indian cities among top tech hubs in Asia Pacific

Rediff.com29 Aug 2022

Bengaluru ranks second after Beijing on the list of top technology hubs in the Asia Pacific region, according to property consultant Cushman & Wakefield. In its latest report 'Tech Cities: The Global Intersection of Talent and Real Estate', the consultant has identified tech markets based on 14 criteria across talent, real estate, and business environment metrics. The report has identified "Bengaluru, Chennai, Hyderabad, and Delhi as the top technology hubs in the APAC region after Beijing", the consultant said in a statement.

Why's Karan Going To Switzerland with Alia-Ranveer?

Why's Karan Going To Switzerland with Alia-Ranveer?

Rediff.com31 Mar 2022

Apparently, the number and the style in which it will be shot will echo the chiffon-in-the-snow style of Karan's mentor, Yash Chopra.

4 tips to perfect the art of 'business kiss'

4 tips to perfect the art of 'business kiss'

Rediff.com9 May 2012

The business kiss is slowly finding its way into the country. But does it work its charm always?

The artful business of exiling M F Husain

The artful business of exiling M F Husain

Rediff.com31 Jul 2009

It is a supreme irony. Maqbool Fida Husain, whose place in art history is unquestionable, who was largely instrumental in making a market for Indian contemporary art in the global art scenario, seemingly poses the biggest danger to the art summit today.

Bommai's election-year budget targets temples, women and youth

Bommai's election-year budget targets temples, women and youth

Rediff.com17 Feb 2023

The ruling Bharatiya Janata Party in poll-bound Karnataka on Friday sought to woo farmers, women and younger generation with a slew of welfare measures in its last budget in the current term, also earmarking Rs 1000 crore towards development and renovation of various temples and maths in the state.