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Why an engineer applied for Indian cricket coach's job

Why an engineer applied for Indian cricket coach's job

Rediff.com27 Jun 2017

A mechanical engineer - Upendra Nath Bramhachari - has applied for the post of head coach of the Indian team with an aim to 'drag an arrogant Virat Kohli on right track'.

Vellathooval is a let-down

Vellathooval is a let-down

Rediff.com25 May 2009

Vellathooval is disappointing considering there are veterans like director I V Sasi and writer John Paul associated with it.

The Jabariya Jodi Review

The Jabariya Jodi Review

Rediff.com9 Aug 2019

Jabariya Jodi constantly confuses tacky as terrific, feels Sukanya Verma.

Obsessed with women's legs? There's a caf for you in Japan

Obsessed with women's legs? There's a caf for you in Japan

Rediff.com30 Oct 2017

The World of Thighs Photography Cafe lets diners feast on an array of dishes while surrounded by hundreds of pictures of long limbs.

Mature Hamilton humbled by winning a fifth F1 title

Mature Hamilton humbled by winning a fifth F1 title

Rediff.com29 Oct 2018

Hamilton has won 71 races, 20 fewer than Schumacher, and four titles for Mercedes in the past five years. The first was with McLaren in 2008.

Mumbai will recover, says top director

Mumbai will recover, says top director

Rediff.com2 Dec 2008

Danny Boyle, the director of the film Slumdog Millionaire, which is set in Mumbai, paid homage to the Indian city after his film bagged top honour at the British Independent Film Awards.

How I became an Army and why BTS is special

How I became an Army and why BTS is special

Rediff.com15 Sep 2020

From the boys who used to hand out tickets to people on the streets and invite them to their concerts free of charge to the men selling out Wembley Stadium in less than a day, having about 20 songs on Billboards #1, BTS have come a long way, says Maya Dominic, a fan of the Korean pop band.

'I would love to be back on Bigg Boss'

'I would love to be back on Bigg Boss'

Rediff.com13 Oct 2017

'Salman scolded me (but) he took my side as well. He just told me don't forget what kind of a person you are. Be yourself and that I should not hit anyone, as it is wrong.' Priyank Sharma, who was evicted from Bigg Boss 11, hopes to return to the show.

Here's why departing champion Muguruza broke down in tears

Here's why departing champion Muguruza broke down in tears

Rediff.com5 Jun 2017

Garbine Muguruza's defence of her French Open title ended in tears on Sunday when the Spaniard had to be escorted from the Roland Garros interview room after breaking down following her fourth-round loss to Kristina Mladenovic.

Swimming Worlds: Gold but no new record for Peaty

Swimming Worlds: Gold but no new record for Peaty

Rediff.com23 Jul 2019

A night after becoming the first swimmer to go under the 'Magic 57' mark in the men's 100 metres breaststroke, Peaty cruised to his third straight gold in the event, though his time -- 57.14 -- was off his world record of 56.88 set in Sunday's semis.

Zero Review: Shah Rukh Khan stands tall

Zero Review: Shah Rukh Khan stands tall

Rediff.com21 Dec 2018

'This time he spreads more than his arms. He finds wings,' declares Sukanya Verma.

Odd, even-numbered cars allowed to run on Sundays: Delhi govt

Odd, even-numbered cars allowed to run on Sundays: Delhi govt

Rediff.com7 Dec 2015

The Delhi government's decision to allow odd-even number cars to ply on alternative days from next month came in for sharp criticism on Monday from Opposition in Rajya Sabha, which dubbed it as "impractical and weird" and called for its reconsideration.

'I'm not a girlfriend stealer'

'I'm not a girlfriend stealer'

Rediff.com30 Oct 2020

'Ranveer was seeing a girl and then I think they broke up many months later.' '8-10 months later, I started seeing her.'

'Weirdest' New Year's resolutions revealed

'Weirdest' New Year's resolutions revealed

Rediff.com31 Dec 2008

How weird can you get with your New Year resolutions? Here are some of the weirdest New Year resolutions from across the world.

Without Rafa, Muguruza flies Wimbledon flag for Spain

Without Rafa, Muguruza flies Wimbledon flag for Spain

Rediff.com26 Jun 2016

Wimbledon will naturally miss an old favourite with Rafael Nadal sidelined by injury yet Garbine Muguruza, armed with her sunny demeanour and blistering talent, seems perfectly happy and equipped to fill the void left by her great Spanish compatriot.

Sorenstam plans to sign off in style

Sorenstam plans to sign off in style

Rediff.com10 Dec 2008

Former world number one Annika Sorenstam plans to sign off from the women's tour in style at the Dubai Ladies Masters starting on Thursday after spending time at a yoga retreat on her first visit to India. The 38-year-old Swede, who has won 72 LPGA tournaments including 10 majors, will retire after the Masters to get married, start a family and pursue her business interests.

Obama, Mayawati and the people around me...

Obama, Mayawati and the people around me...

Rediff.com4 Nov 2008

Joe Biden, who's been in politics for 36 years, had a net worth of less then $150,000 (about 66 lakhs). On hearing this my driver said, well an Indian politician would have made at least Rs 1000 crores in that time.

Bhaiaji Superhit Review: Downsizing Deol

Bhaiaji Superhit Review: Downsizing Deol

Rediff.com23 Nov 2018

Bhaiaji Superhit is bah baloney! sighs Sukanya Verma.

Rediff readers with the Premiership trophy

Rediff readers with the Premiership trophy

Rediff.com11 Aug 2007

Readers Gaurav Misra and Punna Reddy sent us these pictures from London.

Osaka storms past Keys to reach first Grand Slam final

Osaka storms past Keys to reach first Grand Slam final

Rediff.com7 Sep 2018

Naomi Osaka announced her arrival on the big stage at the US Open on Thursday, beating last year's runner-up Madison Keys 6-2, 6-4 to reach her first Grand Slam final.

Ever heard of Schoolies Week? Witness that insanity here

Ever heard of Schoolies Week? Witness that insanity here

Rediff.com28 Nov 2014

Know how 18-year-olds in Australia celebrate when they complete their schooling?

'#MeToo happens more to women who are outgoing'

'#MeToo happens more to women who are outgoing'

Rediff.com25 Mar 2021

'Deepak's character is not an out and out sexual predator.' 'I liked the way it was done because I felt it was more real, rather than a more dramatic take where a girl feels that oh, I must fight for my rights.'

How Toyota trains India's teens

How Toyota trains India's teens

Rediff.com7 Feb 2008

The carmaker's Bangalore institute aims to give poor teenagers a leg up and produce skilled workers for the subcontinent's auto boom

Baa Bahoo Aur Baby's Meenakshi speaks

Baa Bahoo Aur Baby's Meenakshi speaks

Rediff.com9 Jun 2008

Meenakshi (Sucheta Trivedi in real life) from Baa Bahoo Aur Baby speaks about her various projects and parting ways with producer Ekta Kapoor.

Heather Knight: England were not at their best but...

Heather Knight: England were not at their best but...

Rediff.com4 Jun 2019

The good thing about the format of this World Cup tournament is the best four teams will go through. All the teams will play each other once, there's nine games each before those semi-finals, so I don't think England will be too worried. They'll learn from things that didn't quite go so well, writes England Women's cricket team captain Heather Knight in her column.

Power sector: This bite is worse than the bark

Power sector: This bite is worse than the bark

Rediff.com17 Mar 2007

"Hooking" is an endemic crime -- if you live in India, you've used "hooked" power.

Karnataka pointers to general election?

Karnataka pointers to general election?

Rediff.com23 May 2008

The fallout of the Panchayat polls in West Bengal and Punjab could reverberate as much as the assembly poll in Karnataka.

Why does food make your mouth water?

Why does food make your mouth water?

Rediff.com16 Mar 2016

When you smell, see or even imagine that you are going to eat food, a signal is sent to your brain's salivary centre.

I don't know why Shane Warne has a problem with me: Samuels

I don't know why Shane Warne has a problem with me: Samuels

Rediff.com4 Apr 2016

An irate Marlon Samuels trained his guns at Shane Warne as he dedicated his match-winning knock to the Australian spin legend, whose comments spurred him to do well.

'Pataal Lok is political'

'Pataal Lok is political'

Rediff.com20 May 2020

'We wanted to explore the divisions in India -- be it class, caste, language, religion or gender.'

Scars are SEXY! The most inspiring pic you'll see today

Scars are SEXY! The most inspiring pic you'll see today

Rediff.com14 Feb 2019

Madison Yenglin, who did a preventative mastectomy at age 21, is putting her scars on full display.

Chocolate review

Chocolate review

Rediff.com15 Oct 2007

With Chocolate Shafi and Prithviraj have at last made it to the marquee together. The subject of this maybe far-fetched, but it is surely worth a watch.

Bold and beautiful body art

Bold and beautiful body art

Rediff.com7 Jul 2015

The weird and wonderful world of body art is on display in Austria.

Rajkummar and Patralekha's beautiful love story

Rajkummar and Patralekha's beautiful love story

Rediff.com28 Jan 2019

The duo gave Humans of Bombay a glimpse into their adorable love life.

Sharapova continues title defence

Sharapova continues title defence

Rediff.com30 Aug 2007

Maria Sharapova continues the defence of her U.S. Open title with a second round match against Australian Casey Dellacqua on Thursday.

Meats, spikes, sea shells: Lady Gaga's most BIZARRE outfits

Meats, spikes, sea shells: Lady Gaga's most BIZARRE outfits

Rediff.com18 Sep 2014

Before her fame monsters around the world, this iconic pop star is the mother of the freakiest fashion inventions you'd have ever laid eyes on!

The girl who lost Dangal, but found Aashram

The girl who lost Dangal, but found Aashram

Rediff.com3 Sep 2020

'Bobby Deol has a child-like quality which makes you love him instantly.'

That's what you call awkward: When Putin met Obama

That's what you call awkward: When Putin met Obama

Rediff.com29 Sep 2015

The meeting between United States President Barack Obama and Russia's Vladimir Putin was, by their own high standards, weird.

Are you bugged by SMS polls? Vote now!

Are you bugged by SMS polls? Vote now!

Rediff.com4 Oct 2007

In reality, winners of these singing competitions fade away faster than Ram Gopal Ki Aag from theatres. But in the brief moment they are on stage, these aspiring songsters manage to draw crores of text messages.

'I was fearless in going up to Salman to correct him'

'I was fearless in going up to Salman to correct him'

Rediff.com12 Jul 2016

Actor Rahul Bagga reveals why it was a daunting task to be Salman's diction coach for Sultan.