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Modi pens garba song in tribute to Goddess Durga

Modi pens garba song in tribute to Goddess Durga

Rediff.com7 Oct 2024

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday shared on X a garba song he wrote as a tribute to Goddess Durga.

PIX: Dhoni's Prized Hummer Gets Military Makeover!

PIX: Dhoni's Prized Hummer Gets Military Makeover!

Rediff.com23 Aug 2025

Recently, Dhoni took his love for four-wheelers to the next level by modifying the Hummer H2, one of the most famous cars in his fleet, with a "military look."

Maratha activist calls GR on quota 'useless'

Maratha activist calls GR on quota 'useless'

Rediff.com3 Sep 2025

"Out of 100, I will give minus zero marks to this GR," said activist Vinod Patil.

Rahul warns BJP: 'Hydrogen bomb' on 'vote chori' coming

Rahul warns BJP: 'Hydrogen bomb' on 'vote chori' coming

Rediff.com1 Sep 2025

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on Monday said his party will soon come out with a 'hydrogen bomb' of revelations about 'vote chori' and after that Prime Minister Narendra Modi will not be able to show his face to the country.

Suspended Kerala Cong MLA defies party, attends assembly

Suspended Kerala Cong MLA defies party, attends assembly

Rediff.com15 Sep 2025

Congress MLA Rahul Mamkootathil, suspended from the party over sexual misconduct allegations, attended the Kerala Assembly session, claiming his presence was not in defiance of the party. The move has drawn criticism and sparked reactions from various political leaders.

'Achyutji Was Hungry For Work'

'Achyutji Was Hungry For Work'

Rediff.com19 Aug 2025

'He was a true actor, not in this for fame or money, but just for the sake of being in front of the camera.'

Vir Das Wants You To Listen To The Sounds Of India

Vir Das Wants You To Listen To The Sounds Of India

Rediff.com16 Sep 2025

'When you miss India, you'll hear it before you see it. That's really where the idea started.' 'If you ever go to your terrace at night in India, you'll hear sounds from everywhere.' 'That feeling of hearing home in your head when you're far away... that's the soul of the show.'

A Unique Way To Celebrate Rajinikanth's 50 Years

A Unique Way To Celebrate Rajinikanth's 50 Years

Rediff.com7 Aug 2025

In a heartfelt tribute to mark 50 years of Rajinikanth in cinema, a fan named Karthik adorned the Rajinikanth temple in Madurai, Arulmigu Sri Rajini Temple, with over 5,500 photographs of the superstar.

Martyrs' Day row: Omar climbs graveyard wall, jostles with police

Martyrs' Day row: Omar climbs graveyard wall, jostles with police

Rediff.com14 Jul 2025

Abdullah lambasted the Lieutenant Governor and the police for trying to stop him and his entourage from entering the martyrs' graveyard.

Gavaskar gets a grand honour from MCA

Gavaskar gets a grand honour from MCA

Rediff.com1 Aug 2025

Sunil Gavaskar and former BCCI President Sharad Pawar will be honoured with life-size statues at the entrance of the new Mumbai Cricket Association's museum

How 'Dada' Vece Paes Inspired Leander On His Journey

How 'Dada' Vece Paes Inspired Leander On His Journey

Rediff.com14 Aug 2025

Leander Paes emulated his father Vece Paesby winning the bronze medal at the 1996 Atlanta Olympic Games.

Dedicated life to...: Modi's high praise for RSS chief

Dedicated life to...: Modi's high praise for RSS chief

Rediff.com11 Sep 2025

Praising Mohan Bhagwat for his intellectual depth and empathetic leadership, Prime Minister Narendra Modi has said that his tenure as the head of the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh since 2009 will be considered the most transformative period in its 100-year journey.

Pregnant Athiya's Sweet Tribute To Rahul

Pregnant Athiya's Sweet Tribute To Rahul

Rediff.com10 Mar 2025

Athiya Shetty, expecting her first child with cricketer K L Rahul, shared a poignant moment of support as her husband played a pivotal role in India's triumph over New Zealand in Dubai.

2 soldiers killed as Kulgam operation enters 9th day

2 soldiers killed as Kulgam operation enters 9th day

Rediff.com9 Aug 2025

Two Army soldiers were killed and two others injured in a gunfight with terrorists in Kulgam district. The anti-terror operation has entered its ninth day.

Robert Redford: The Man Beyond The Sex Symbol

Robert Redford: The Man Beyond The Sex Symbol

Rediff.com17 Sep 2025

With his killer smile, the sex symbol image, Robert Redford would go beyond just being an actor, remembers Aseem Chhabra.

'Downfall Of A Govt In 2 Days Is No Small Event'

'Downfall Of A Govt In 2 Days Is No Small Event'

Rediff.com17 Sep 2025

'This revolution has sparked an awakening. Gen Z realises the power it holds.'

Wolves honour Diogo Jota

Wolves honour Diogo Jota

Rediff.com20 Jul 2025

Billy Wright, Derek Dougan and Steve Bull are among those already inducted in the club's Hall of Fame, which was established in 2008.

PIX: A Glimpse At Women's ODI World Cup Venues!

PIX: A Glimpse At Women's ODI World Cup Venues!

Rediff.com12 Sep 2025

From Mumbai to Colombo: Venues to host ICC Women's World Cup 2025

Bollywood's Beautiful Handloom Looks

Bollywood's Beautiful Handloom Looks

Rediff.com7 Aug 2025

It's not just fabric; it's history, heritage and legacy all woven together.

Centre to honour sacrifices of Emergency victims

Centre to honour sacrifices of Emergency victims

Rediff.com25 Jun 2025

At its meeting under the chairmanship of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, the Union Cabinet observed a two-minute silence as a tribute to those whose constitutionally guaranteed democratic rights were taken away and who were then subjected to unimaginable horrors.

India begin Asia Cup campaign with hard-fought win

India begin Asia Cup campaign with hard-fought win

Rediff.com29 Aug 2025

Skipper Harmanpreet fired a hat-trick but India were far from impressive in their narrow 4-3 win over lower-ranked China in their Asia Cup opener, in Rajgir, Bihar, on Friday.

'All athletes deserve our admiration and respect'

'All athletes deserve our admiration and respect'

Rediff.com29 Aug 2025

Sachin Tendulkar marvelled at India's rise in newer disciplines, while Abhinav Bindra paid tribute to all those who "silently carry the athletes forward" as the two icons offered their views on India's sporting growth on National Sports Day.

Banter, tributes, and a missed meeting: Pawars in one place

Banter, tributes, and a missed meeting: Pawars in one place

Rediff.com25 Nov 2024

Nationalist Congress Party-Sharadchandra Pawar head Sharad Pawar and Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar on Monday separately visited the memorial of the state's first chief minister Y B Chavan in Karad and paid tributes to him on his death anniversary.

Swraj Paul Passes Into The Ages

Swraj Paul Passes Into The Ages

Rediff.com22 Aug 2025

Lord Paul, founder of the UK-based Caparo Group of industries, had been taken ill and hospitalised recently, where he passed away surrounded by members of his family.

CJI Gavai reveals post-retirement plans

CJI Gavai reveals post-retirement plans

Rediff.com26 Jul 2025

Chief Justice of India (CJI) B R Gavai on Saturday said he will do consultation and arbitration after his retirement, and will not accept any government post.

'Stood tall in storms': Tendulkar, Sehwag hail Pujara

'Stood tall in storms': Tendulkar, Sehwag hail Pujara

Rediff.com24 Aug 2025

'Pujara, it was always reassuring to see you walk out at No.3. You brought calm, courage, and a deep love for Test cricket every time you played.'

War with Pak didn't end on May 10: Army chief on Op Sindoor

War with Pak didn't end on May 10: Army chief on Op Sindoor

Rediff.com6 Sep 2025

So, when to start, when to stop, how much to apply in terms of time, space and resources, and how much, what is the definition of calibrated action, all these things were something "we kept discussing at every time," Gen Dwivedi recalled.

Vijay Or EPS: Who Will Fill Anti-DMK Space?

Vijay Or EPS: Who Will Fill Anti-DMK Space?

Rediff.com23 Sep 2025

The two weeks that EPS took fending off the Sengottaiyan rebellion has since become lost time for the AIADMK as that was also the time Vijay took to go all-out against Stalin and the DMK, observes N Sathiya Moorthy.

Ashwin Reveals How Pujara Helped Kohli Pile Up Runs

Ashwin Reveals How Pujara Helped Kohli Pile Up Runs

Rediff.com26 Aug 2025

Ravichandran Ashwin paid a heartwarming tribute to batter Cheteshwar Pujara following his retirement from all forms of Indian cricket, calling his batting a "symphony".

Brahmos was instrumental in Operation Sindoor: Rajnath

Brahmos was instrumental in Operation Sindoor: Rajnath

Rediff.com13 Jul 2025

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Sunday said that the Brahmos missile proved instrumental in Operation Sindoor and since then, more than a dozen countries have expressed interest in it.

'He's Probably Dancing Up There'

'He's Probably Dancing Up There'

Rediff.com30 Jul 2025

Arjun Rampal pays tribute to Designer Rohit Bal.

Modi pays tribute to Sardar Patel at Statue of Unity

Modi pays tribute to Sardar Patel at Statue of Unity

Rediff.com31 Oct 2024

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday paid floral tributes to Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel at the iconic Statue of Unity in Gujarat on the birth anniversary of the country's first home minister.

'Joe Root Has Always Played With A Smile'

'Joe Root Has Always Played With A Smile'

Rediff.com26 Jul 2025

'Congratulations Joe Root, magnificent.'

Inter's super sub Frattesi pays tribute to late grandmother

Inter's super sub Frattesi pays tribute to late grandmother

Rediff.com9 Apr 2025

'It was tough, but I know that she's involved somehow tonight. Maybe she's cheering me on from up there.'

Renowned British Indian economist Lord Meghnad Desai dies at 85

Renowned British Indian economist Lord Meghnad Desai dies at 85

Rediff.com30 Jul 2025

Lord Meghnad Desai, renowned British Indian economist and House of Lords peer, has died at the age of 85. Tributes pour in from political figures and colleagues.

'Huge Trailblazer' Ozzy Osbourne Passes Away

'Huge Trailblazer' Ozzy Osbourne Passes Away

Rediff.com23 Jul 2025

John Michael 'Ozzy' Osbourne, the lead singer of British heavy metal band Black Sabbath, has died at 76.

'Bharat Is Blessed To Have Bhupen Hazarika'

'Bharat Is Blessed To Have Bhupen Hazarika'

Rediff.com8 Sep 2025

'That a song can carry the weight of a people's dreams and move hearts across the world.' On Bhupen Hazarika's 99th birth anniversary, Prime Minister Narendra Modi pays rich tribute to the legendary singer and composer.

Ashwin retires from IPL: 'Time to explore other leagues'

Ashwin retires from IPL: 'Time to explore other leagues'

Rediff.com27 Aug 2025

India off-spinner Ravichandran Ashwin announced his retirement from the Indian Premier League on Wednesday, bringing curtains down on a 16-year-long association with the tournament within months of calling it quits from international cricket.

The Row Over Kashmir's Martyrs' Day

The Row Over Kashmir's Martyrs' Day

Rediff.com15 Jul 2025

Visuals of Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah scaling the gate of the Naqshband Sahib graveyard and jostling with securitymen deployed there have gone viral.

India Inc pays rich tributes to Manmohan Singh

India Inc pays rich tributes to Manmohan Singh

Rediff.com27 Dec 2024

Singh, who opened up the economy as finance minister and served as prime minister for two consecutive terms, died on Thursday at the age of 92. "History will forever honour his pivotal role in the transformative 1991 reforms that reshaped India and opened its doors to the world.