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What it takes to be a Dangal wrestler

What it takes to be a Dangal wrestler

Rediff.com21 Dec 2016

'Some of the good wrestlers are making really good money.' 'If you look at their lifestyles, they are no less compared to our cricketers.'

Satyamev Jayate review: John tests your threshold of pain

Satyamev Jayate review: John tests your threshold of pain

Rediff.com15 Aug 2018

'John Abraham has Popeye's muscles and Bluto's scowl, but how many times can you watch a deadpan Hulk pull out a van door or burst forth from a truck tyre?' asks Sukanya Verma.

The extremely BIZARRE photo album

The extremely BIZARRE photo album

Rediff.com15 Jul 2015

These images from across the globe tell us that it is a bizarre world out there!

Ramzan recipes from Dubai, with love

Ramzan recipes from Dubai, with love

Rediff.com6 Jun 2017

Check out these middle eastern recipes curated by chefs from Dubai.

Elections in Marathwada more about personalities than issues

Elections in Marathwada more about personalities than issues

Rediff.com16 Apr 2014

Congress candidate Ashok Chavan, BJP's Gopinath Munde, NCP's Padmasinh Patil and All India Youth Congress chief Rajeev Satav cash in on their charisma and image. Sanjay Jog

That's true love! Carry your wife and run

That's true love! Carry your wife and run

Rediff.com14 Oct 2014

Forget carrying your bride over the threshold. Consider, instead, hauling her over a 278-metre obstacle course and you've got not just a true test of commitment but also the essence of the North American Wife Carrying Championship. Here are glimpses from the competition that tests your love.

Xi's mega projects: Should India worry?

Xi's mega projects: Should India worry?

Rediff.com14 Jan 2021

After the Ladakh fiasco where Xi Jinping did not expect the Indian Army to resist his land-grabbing tactics, he has to save face before his colleagues in the Communist party.' To bring the threat of a mega-dam to the northern Indian border is a clever move, observes Claude Arpi.

A Golden Globe for Dev Patel?

A Golden Globe for Dev Patel?

Rediff.com13 Dec 2016

The Slumdog Millionaire star has been nominated in the Best Supporting Actor category for his turn as Saroo Brierley in the critically acclaimed Lion. The film has earned four Golden Globe nominations, including one for Nicole Kidman.

Natural History Museum's Wildlife Photographer of the Year

Natural History Museum's Wildlife Photographer of the Year

Rediff.com11 Sep 2019

The overall winners will be announced on October 15 at an awards ceremony in the Natural History Museum's iconic Hintze Hall.

Meet Kavitha Kuruganti, the farmers' champion

Meet Kavitha Kuruganti, the farmers' champion

Rediff.com27 Nov 2020

Kavitha Kuruganti has been fighting for decades to ensure farmers are respected and get their due from the Indian nation. In order to ensure they don't struggle for a living, she works to ensure sustainable farm livelihoods and farmers' rights.

Tulsi Gabbard announces 2020 presidential run to take on Trump

Tulsi Gabbard announces 2020 presidential run to take on Trump

Rediff.com12 Jan 2019

The Iraq war veteran has become the first-ever Hindu to be running for the presidency in the US.

6-year-old boy's death: Delhi govt asks schools to file report on safety aspect

6-year-old boy's death: Delhi govt asks schools to file report on safety aspect

Rediff.com31 Jan 2016

The Delhi government on Sunday ordered all schools to file "safety report" within a month, saying arrogant and insensitive behaviour will not be tolerated.

Chennai oil spill: Over 90% of clean-up work over, says Centre

Chennai oil spill: Over 90% of clean-up work over, says Centre

Rediff.com4 Feb 2017

It also expressed confidence that the cleaning operation will be finished in a couple of days.

Andhra Pradesh CM tours rain-hit areas; toll mounts to 53

Andhra Pradesh CM tours rain-hit areas; toll mounts to 53

Rediff.com28 Oct 2013

Torrential rains and resultant deluge in 16 districts of Andhra Pradesh last week left 53 persons dead and caused a loss of Rs 3,756 crore, but the situation is returning to normal with floodwater receding.

Will a second 'Lotus' bloom in Dravidian Tamil Nadu?

Will a second 'Lotus' bloom in Dravidian Tamil Nadu?

Rediff.com19 Feb 2018

Today, when one Kamalahaasan launches a new political outfit, vowing to cleanse Tamil Nadu polity and political administration of corruption, mal-governance and non-governance, he is pitted not only against Rajini with his commitment to 'spiritual politics', he is also pitted against the real 'Lotus' in Tamil Nadu politics, representing the ruling BJP at the Centre, says N Sathiya Moorthy.

A date with nature

A date with nature

Rediff.com9 Aug 2016

A temple on the mountain top. A lake and a waterfall. All in one day!

Delhi's hidden lakes off the tourist trails

Delhi's hidden lakes off the tourist trails

Rediff.com1 Feb 2016

Want to know about the hidden lakes in the urban sprawl of the National Capital Region? The author, Geetanjali Krishna goes on a trail in their search.

Toilet vs Temple debate reveals India's Dirty Picture

Toilet vs Temple debate reveals India's Dirty Picture

Rediff.com15 Oct 2013

For more than half of all Indian households, the very personal act of defecation is an open affair, says Joel Rai

Amarinder vows to defeat Badals on his 'karambhoomi'

Amarinder vows to defeat Badals on his 'karambhoomi'

Rediff.com17 Jan 2017

When asked if he would be the CM candidate, Amarinder said, "I don't know, that is Congress president's decision."

F1 pitlane tales: Hamilton in 'shock'; Vettle puzzled

F1 pitlane tales: Hamilton in 'shock'; Vettle puzzled

Rediff.com16 Mar 2019

Lewis Hamilton was 'shocked' with the pace of Mercedes after notching a record-extending eighth pole position at the Australian Grand Prix ahead of team mate Valtteri Bottas as they thrashed their Formula One rivals in qualifying on Saturday.

Ricciardo wins at Spa after title rivals collide

Ricciardo wins at Spa after title rivals collide

Rediff.com24 Aug 2014

Australian Daniel Ricciardo won the Belgian Grand Prix for Red Bull on Sunday while Mercedes title rivals Nico Rosberg and Lewis Hamilton provided the drama of the day by colliding on the second lap.

15 jaw-dropping photos of the week that was

15 jaw-dropping photos of the week that was

Rediff.com27 Jul 2015

A round-up of our favourite photographs from the week gone by

'During the war, we reached 40 km into Pakistan'

'During the war, we reached 40 km into Pakistan'

Rediff.com16 Dec 2020

'My brave JCO managed to get to the gun, sit on top of the dead man and fired away at the attacking aircraft till they melted away into the darkness.'

Swachh Bharat Mission: What the nation needs to know

Swachh Bharat Mission: What the nation needs to know

Rediff.com11 Apr 2016

City governments must work out the treatment system for faecal sludge.

Rahul launches no-holds-barred attack against Modi, Patnaik

Rahul launches no-holds-barred attack against Modi, Patnaik

Rediff.com25 Jan 2019

Gandhi accused Odisha CM Naveen Patnaik of being remote-controlled by Modi

Ensure religious minorities are protected: US lawmakers write to PM Modi

Ensure religious minorities are protected: US lawmakers write to PM Modi

Rediff.com27 Feb 2016

'We also urge you to take steps to control the activities of groups, such as the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh,' said the letter signed by 34 top American lawmakers.

Watson says Australia ready for hostile reception in New Zealand

Watson says Australia ready for hostile reception in New Zealand

Rediff.com25 Feb 2015

A hostile crowd buoyed by New Zealand's perfect start to the World Cup is set to turn Eden Park into a bear pit for visiting Australia on Saturday, but all-rounder Shane Watson is "excited" by the prospect of a rancorous reception.

PM Modi promises to end economic blockade in Manipur

PM Modi promises to end economic blockade in Manipur

Rediff.com25 Feb 2017

Prime Minister Narendra Modi hit out at the Congress saying they had made the state their political battle ground, pitting one community against the other.

Why Centurion pitch could suit Team India

Why Centurion pitch could suit Team India

Rediff.com11 Jan 2018

South African opener Aiden Markram is of the opinion that the pitch at Supersport Park, although aiding more pace and bounce, will also be good for batsmen.

'Modi should send dal-chawal to the poor'

'Modi should send dal-chawal to the poor'

Rediff.com30 Mar 2020

Sheela Bhatt visits a large urban basti a mere 20-minute drive from the prime minister's home to discover a story of grim struggle in the time of lockdown.

Why Iceland fascinates me

Why Iceland fascinates me

Rediff.com17 Oct 2016

There's more to this country than just the Northern Lights.

Sheena Bora Case: Lawyer, witness wrestle over facts

Sheena Bora Case: Lawyer, witness wrestle over facts

Rediff.com23 Jan 2020

Dr Gupta handled Shivade's blows with quite some equanimity... So it was often only Shivade down in the mud pit, egging and enticing the doctor to join the fight, while Dr Gupta cautiously kept to the sidelines, barely stepping a toe into the mud.

How NOT to celebrate Environment Day

How NOT to celebrate Environment Day

Rediff.com12 Jun 2017

Growing and harvesting trees for productive and economic uses are once again dead in the water, says Sunita Narain.

6 pocket-friendly foreign destinations to head to

6 pocket-friendly foreign destinations to head to

Rediff.com5 Nov 2018

The destinations have a lot to offer in terms of adventure, culture and entertainment.

Hatred being spread in country under Modi's rule: Rahul @ Bharat Bandh

Hatred being spread in country under Modi's rule: Rahul @ Bharat Bandh

Rediff.com10 Sep 2018

Ramping up his attack against the prime minister, the Congress chief questioned the prime minister's silence on rising fuel prices, the Rafale jet deal and issues such as farmer suicides, atrocities against women and unemployment.

Milan face Barcelona yet again in Champions League

Milan face Barcelona yet again in Champions League

Rediff.com30 Aug 2013

Seven-times champions AC Milan, knocked out of the Champions League by Barcelona in the last two seasons, were drawn against the Catalans again in the group stage of this season's competition on Friday.

And the winner of the Wildlife Photographer of the year is...

And the winner of the Wildlife Photographer of the year is...

Rediff.com19 Oct 2016

The Wildlife Photographer of the Year, developed and produced by the Natural History Museum, London, announced its winners for 2016 and we guarantee you that these images will blow your mind.

'Soumitra Chatterjee is bigger than a Ray actor'

'Soumitra Chatterjee is bigger than a Ray actor'

Rediff.com17 Nov 2020

'He never went to the Bombay industry.'

Chennai oil spill: Centre orders probe, 80% clean-up ops over

Chennai oil spill: Centre orders probe, 80% clean-up ops over

Rediff.com3 Feb 2017

Minister of State for Shipping Pon Radhakrishnan said the vessel had more than 32,000 tonne of oil and has been emptied.

Sheena Bora Case: Indrani argues her case!

Sheena Bora Case: Indrani argues her case!

Rediff.com29 Jan 2020

Dressed in pink, her hands flying about in eloquent gestures, excitement on her face, Indrani made quite a picture. There was pin-drop silence as she made strong points about why nothing in the hearings had uncovered anything against her. She spoke about there being "Not a shred of evidence... No scientific evidence because it didn't happen!"