News for 'women who inspire us'

Tendulkar, PM Modi hail PV Sindhu

Tendulkar, PM Modi hail PV Sindhu

Rediff.com17 Jul 2022

'Your attitude and spirit to win every game is something that inspires everyone'

20 most powerful women in politics

20 most powerful women in politics

Rediff.com4 Jun 2014

Here's a Forbes annual list of the extraordinary women from across the world that dominate the world of politics.

Kamala Harris: The inspiring story of many firsts

Kamala Harris: The inspiring story of many firsts

Rediff.com12 Aug 2020

Harris is known for many firsts. She has been a county district attorney; the district attorney for San Francisco -- the first woman and first African-American and Indian-origin to be elected to the position.

'Rajiv Gandhi's legacy is quite inspirational'

'Rajiv Gandhi's legacy is quite inspirational'

Rediff.com21 May 2021

'Some of his decisions were not so good, but his intentions were always guided by a deep national interest.'

Why 18-year-old Tabbu is an inspiration

Why 18-year-old Tabbu is an inspiration

Rediff.com12 Dec 2014

'Now when I walk down the street people point me out to their daughters and say, "That's Tabbu. You should be like her",' says Tabbu Afroz, 18, when she received the Breakthrough Changemaker Inspiration Award in New York.

FIFA awards: And the winner is, once again...

FIFA awards: And the winner is, once again...

Rediff.com28 Feb 2023

Messi named FIFA player of 2022, England women rewarded for Euro campaign

Wishes pour in as PM Modi turns 73

Wishes pour in as PM Modi turns 73

Rediff.com17 Sep 2023

The prime minister will be part of the launch of several development initiatives on his birthday.

Why this 8 year old rejects Modi's #SheInspiresUs

Why this 8 year old rejects Modi's #SheInspiresUs

Rediff.com7 Mar 2020

'Please don't celebrate me if you are not going to listen to my voice.'

Fashion Week: Indian womenswear -- inspired by menswear!

Fashion Week: Indian womenswear -- inspired by menswear!

Rediff.com6 Aug 2012

Here's a look at designer Tanya Sharma's latest offerings from her label 'GaGa', showcased on the fourth day of the LFW.

Inspiring moments from the 2018 Pyeongchang Paralympic Winter Games

Inspiring moments from the 2018 Pyeongchang Paralympic Winter Games

Rediff.com20 Mar 2018

Inspiring moments from the 2018 Pyeongchang Paralympic Winter Games

Women's T20 cricket included in 2022 Commonwealth Games

Women's T20 cricket included in 2022 Commonwealth Games

Rediff.com13 Aug 2019

Cricket's last appearance at the Games was at Kuala Lumpur in 1998, when a South African team featuring Jacques Kallis won the men's 50-over competition.

'Jhulan will remain a benchmark for young cricketers'

'Jhulan will remain a benchmark for young cricketers'

Rediff.com25 Sep 2022

The BCCI has described Jhulan Goswami's two decade-long international career as "monumental", saying an era has come to an end with the retirement of one of women's cricket's greatest players.

Check out how many women have bought World Cup tickets!

Check out how many women have bought World Cup tickets!

Rediff.com27 May 2019

The organisers hope that the tournament will inspire the youth to take up the sport.

Ladies, Bhumi Has A Message For YOU!

Ladies, Bhumi Has A Message For YOU!

Rediff.com15 Mar 2023

'Physical health equals mental health.'

An Indian dying of stroke every 4 minutes: Neurologist

An Indian dying of stroke every 4 minutes: Neurologist

Rediff.com9 Mar 2023

Stroke is the second commonest cause of death in India with the country recording one stroke death every four minutes, neurologist M V Padma Srivastava said.

Mirabai Chanu becomes first athlete to win this award twice in a row

Mirabai Chanu becomes first athlete to win this award twice in a row

Rediff.com5 Mar 2023

Indian weightlifter Mirabai Chanu won the BBC Indian Sportswoman of the Year twice in a row.

Was sexually assaulted by father when I was a child: DCW chief Swati Maliwal

Was sexually assaulted by father when I was a child: DCW chief Swati Maliwal

Rediff.com12 Mar 2023

Narrating her ordeal, Maliwal said that her father would grab her by her braid and slam her against the wall, leading to severe bleeding.

Tina Turner: The Legend In Pictures

Tina Turner: The Legend In Pictures

Rediff.com25 May 2023

Known as the Queen of Rock 'n' Roll for her blistering performances and powerfully gritty vocals, Tina Turner died on May 24 after a long illness. She was 83.

These cover girls are awesome, and so inspiring!

These cover girls are awesome, and so inspiring!

Rediff.com20 Jan 2017

They bent rules. Shut down haters. And inspired many with their successes. Let them inspire you too!

One ball at a time: Saika Ishaque takes WPL by storm

One ball at a time: Saika Ishaque takes WPL by storm

Rediff.com8 Mar 2023

The Mumbai Indians have registered two straight wins in the inaugural edition of the WPL, with Saika Ishaque already becoming MI's go-to-player.

Durani was a legend, an institution in himself: PM Modi

Durani was a legend, an institution in himself: PM Modi

Rediff.com2 Apr 2023

Prime Minister Narendra Modi called Salim Durani, who passed away on Sunday, an institution in himself who contributed immensely to India's rise in the world of cricket.

'T20 World Cup could take women's game to another level'

'T20 World Cup could take women's game to another level'

Rediff.com7 Feb 2020

The upcoming Twenty20 World Cup in Australia has the potential to revolutionise the women's game as teams are making bigger totals than they have in past, as overall standards rise, according to India captain Harmanpreet Kaur. Kaur pointed to the transformation of her own team who are currently playing a tri-series in Australia also involving England to trace the overall growth of women's cricket.

Inspiring! Sowing seeds for better tomorrow

Inspiring! Sowing seeds for better tomorrow

Rediff.com29 Jan 2020

Mumbaikars from different parts of the city are providing people with ready-to-grow seed balls to help tackle depleting forest cover, reports Swapnil Joglekar.

Brook pips Jadeja to win ICC Player of Month Award

Brook pips Jadeja to win ICC Player of Month Award

Rediff.com13 Mar 2023

England's Harry Brook bagged his second player of the month award after his exploits in New Zealand Test series,

5 inspiring quotes from Jeff Bridges that will change your life

5 inspiring quotes from Jeff Bridges that will change your life

Rediff.com4 Jan 2019

The man is easily one of the most deserving of the Cecil B deMille award this year.

Donald Trump indicted for 4th time in election fraud case

Donald Trump indicted for 4th time in election fraud case

Rediff.com15 Aug 2023

The indictment says the alleged co-conspirators "knowingly and willfully joined a conspiracy to unlawfully change the outcome of the election in favour of Trump".

5 TIPS for women entrepreneurs

5 TIPS for women entrepreneurs

Rediff.com16 Mar 2012

Suruchi Wagh, founder and COO of YourNextLeap.com explains why entrepreneurship is not harder for women, but different

How Basanti Devi Saved The Kosi River

How Basanti Devi Saved The Kosi River

Rediff.com28 Nov 2022

'I am happy that Kosi Ma is alive and now she is looking after us.' 'I am proud of what I did.'

When I Met India's First Miss World

When I Met India's First Miss World

Rediff.com22 Feb 2024

Miss World 2024 will be crowned in India soon. Long before Aishwarya Rai and Priyanka Chopra, Yukta Mukhey and Diana Hayden, a beautiful woman from Bombay was crowned Miss World. In 1966. Reita Faria was India's first Miss World. Vaihayasi Pande Daniel/ Rediff.com met the 80 year old in Dublin recently, still as elegant, still as attractive as she was all those years ago.

Narayana Murthy Is Absolutely Right!

Narayana Murthy Is Absolutely Right!

Rediff.com4 Dec 2023

Get more people working, get more people working in modern manufacturing and services in our cities, and get people working better and longer, suggests Naushad Forbes, past president, CII.

'I have very deep connections with India'

'I have very deep connections with India'

Rediff.com22 Dec 2023

'When democracy first came to Bhutan people had no idea and they were like 'What is that?' Oh it's that thing they have in India where the leaders are always fighting and arguing.' When I screened the film to Bhutan's film committee, they thought my film was good but they were concerned about that line. They wanted me to change that line. They said, 'We don't want to offend India.' I tried to tell them that Indians have a great ability to laugh at themselves but they insisted I change it.'

Mumbai Spirit Shines On Marathon Morning

Mumbai Spirit Shines On Marathon Morning

Rediff.com16 Jan 2023

Glimpses of a memorable Sunday morning at the Mumbai Marathon captured by Hitesh Harisinghani/Rediff.com.

The women of Chennai's Shaheen Bagh

The women of Chennai's Shaheen Bagh

Rediff.com25 Feb 2020

'You know the difference between being brought up by a mother and a step-mother?' 'As long as Amma was there we had nothing to fear. Now the step-mother is there and we are on the streets.'

Revealed! What India's working women really want

Revealed! What India's working women really want

Rediff.com6 Mar 2019

Husbands need to take equal share, parents can lend a hand. It is important for women to dispel any self-doubt they have.

You Must Watch This Heart-Breaking Film

You Must Watch This Heart-Breaking Film

Rediff.com8 Aug 2023

'Yellow Bus is a heart-breaking story based on a real incident and will strike a chord with mothers across the world.'

5 reasons why women cheat on their partners

5 reasons why women cheat on their partners

Rediff.com1 Aug 2019

Some women fantasise beyond the thresholds of realism that leaves them extremely disappointed in the relationship with their partner.

Would You Wear These Flirty Styles?

Would You Wear These Flirty Styles?

Rediff.com9 Aug 2022

Wacoal India's latest collection had something for every girl and every occasion.

Mithali Raj features on BBC's list of most influential women

Mithali Raj features on BBC's list of most influential women

Rediff.com27 Sep 2017

Mithali is currently the highest run-getter in ODIs. She also led the team to the ICC Women's World Cup final in England, where they lost to host England.

Bollywood celebrates Women's Day

Bollywood celebrates Women's Day

Rediff.com8 Mar 2011

Here's a look at what your favourite celebrities are tweeting.

As women, we have to believe in ourselves: Sindhu

As women, we have to believe in ourselves: Sindhu

Rediff.com10 Mar 2020

India's champion shuttler P V Sindhu feels more women will win medals for the country in future and hard work is the key to success.