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Ashish Mishra, main accused in Lakhimpur Kheri case, walks out of jail

Ashish Mishra, main accused in Lakhimpur Kheri case, walks out of jail

Rediff.com15 Feb 2022

After over four months, Union minister Ajay Mishra's son Ashish Mishra was released from jail in Lakhimpur Kheri on Tuesday evening after fulfilling bail conditions pronounced by the Allahabad high court.

Which of These Ladies Will Mika Singh MARRY?

Which of These Ladies Will Mika Singh MARRY?

Rediff.com10 Jun 2022

'I am confused about which one to choose.' 'All the girls are really beautiful.'

'Every person can't be Shah Rukh Khan'

'Every person can't be Shah Rukh Khan'

Rediff.com27 Apr 2022

'Gullak feels like your story or the story of someone you know.' 'The stories are heart-warming, joyful. You laugh at them.' 'It's like a drug that gives you happiness.'

'Doesn't matter what happens at the Gabba. We can be proud of our cricketers'

'Doesn't matter what happens at the Gabba. We can be proud of our cricketers'

Rediff.com18 Jan 2021

'They have been tested to the cricketing and mental limits every turn, every minute. Even under the most intense strain, they have never stopped fighting. And they may still somehow manage to take the trophy home.'

The Indian-American leading NASA's Perseverance rover landing on Marsa

The Indian-American leading NASA's Perseverance rover landing on Marsa

Rediff.com19 Feb 2021

While she has been a member of the Perseverance Rover mission since the beginning at NASA's Jet Propulsion Laboratory in Pasadena, CA, Dr Mohan has also been a part of various important missions of NASA. The Indian-American Scientist worked on projects Cassini (a mission to Saturn) and GRAIL (a pair of formation flown spacecraft to the Moon).

Why India was made the Fall Guy at COP26

Why India was made the Fall Guy at COP26

Rediff.com17 Nov 2021

The game plan is to pressure India and China to come back and commit to further emissions cuts by next year's UN meeting. Neither China nor India has 2030 targets anywhere near in line with a 1.5 degree centigrade pathway, and so will be on the target list of nations under pressure to return next year with more ambition, predicts Ambassador M K Bhadrakumar.

Day 11: What's hot at the Beijing Winter Olympics

Day 11: What's hot at the Beijing Winter Olympics

Rediff.com15 Feb 2022

Valieva dominates the ice despite doping scandal

BCCI confident of hosting T20 World Cup in 2021

BCCI confident of hosting T20 World Cup in 2021

Rediff.com13 Nov 2020

The Board of Control for Cricket in India is committed towards hosting a safe and healthy ICC T20 World Cup next year and "will leave no stone unturned" in its endeavour, BCCI secretary Jay Shah said as the countdown for the much-anticipated event began on Thursday.

Preparations continue for T20 World Cup this year: ICC

Preparations continue for T20 World Cup this year: ICC

Rediff.com27 May 2020

A Cricket Australia spokeswoman told Reuters she was unaware of any decision being taken to postpone the World Cup.

90% disabled Saibaba, covid positive, still in jail

90% disabled Saibaba, covid positive, still in jail

Rediff.com19 Feb 2021

In the Nagpur Central Jail, a COVID-19 patient who has been complaining since the last 10 days of high fever, breathlessness, joint pain, cold and sore throat, is being treated in jail quarantine. The prisoner is Professor G N Saibaba, 90% handicapped, wheelchair-bound, with a damaged heart and pancreas; dependent on others even for his essential bodily functions.

We never spoke about Adelaide game: Sydney hero Vihari

We never spoke about Adelaide game: Sydney hero Vihari

Rediff.com21 Jan 2021

'We only felt that it has never happened before, I don't think it will ever happen again. It was a freak inning'

Blow to India! Shooting not included in 2022 CWG

Blow to India! Shooting not included in 2022 CWG

Rediff.com21 Jun 2019

Last year, the National Rifle Association of India (NRAI) president Raninder Singh, wanted the Indian government to boycott the 2022 Commonwealth Games if shooting was dropped from the programme.

Pak's Imran Khan says J-K curfew shows Nazi ideology

Pak's Imran Khan says J-K curfew shows Nazi ideology

Rediff.com11 Aug 2019

In his provocative remarks, Khan further alleged that he is "afraid" of the fact that this "RSS ideology of Hindu supremacy, like the Nazi Aryan supremacy, will not stop" in Kashmir, and "instead it will lead to suppression of Muslims in India and eventually lead to targeting of Pakistan."

'For a change, it's time to smile'

'For a change, it's time to smile'

Rediff.com18 Nov 2020

'After 23 years of making films, you feel vindicated that you stuck to your guns and continues to try different things.'

First woman US VP, Kamala Harris vows will not be the last

First woman US VP, Kamala Harris vows "will not be the last"

Rediff.com8 Nov 2020

In the first address as United States Vice President-elect, Kamala Harris thanked people of the United States "for turning out in record number" and said Americans have ushered in a "new day" for the country.

Mann ki Baat: PM recalls valour of soldiers in Kargil War

Mann ki Baat: PM recalls valour of soldiers in Kargil War

Rediff.com27 Jul 2020

In his monthly 'Mann ki Baat' radio address, the prime minister also said that the threat of coronavirus is not over yet and we need to remain vigilant against the deadly virus.

How not to break-up: Lessons from boxer Amir Khan

How not to break-up: Lessons from boxer Amir Khan

Rediff.com7 Aug 2017

The world watched in disbelief as British boxer Amir Khan took to Twitter and Snapchat to accuse his model wife Faryal Makhdoom Khan of everything from infidelity to money-grabbing.

Xi's 'strong' obsession reason for China's behaviour: Experts

Xi's 'strong' obsession reason for China's behaviour: Experts

Rediff.com23 Jul 2020

Experts said the tensions have added to a sense of apprehension in the United States, Europe and parts of Asia that China will engage in more aggressive behaviour in pursuit of its territorial interests, which in turn has raised the possibility of a serious and coordinated pushback by leading global players.

Balakot op experience unmatchable: Woman IAF officer

Balakot op experience unmatchable: Woman IAF officer

Rediff.com16 Aug 2019

I witnessed Abhinandan Varthaman shooting Pakistan's F-16, says Yudh Seva medal awardee Minty Agarwal

Wahab asked to stop 'slitting the batsmen's throat' celebration

Wahab asked to stop 'slitting the batsmen's throat' celebration

Rediff.com13 Mar 2019

Wahab's celebration style was the talk of the PSL after he exhibited it in the first match but has now tapered down his aggression.

My father created the SFF, I commanded it

My father created the SFF, I commanded it

Rediff.com22 Sep 2020

Major General Sujan Singh Uban, a legendary veteran of the Second World War, was a natural choice to raise, train and command the Special Frontier Force and mould them into a well oiled fighting machine, recalls his son Inspector General Gurdip Singh Uban (retd), who led SFF troops during the Kargil War.

These heart-warming cartoons pay homage to victims of the Paris attacks

These heart-warming cartoons pay homage to victims of the Paris attacks

Rediff.com16 Nov 2015

As the world watched terror unleashing in Paris from afar, cartoonists from all over the world have picked up their pen and paid tributes.

2020: Tough year ahead for India

2020: Tough year ahead for India

Rediff.com14 Jan 2020

It is going to be a rough and brutal 2020 for India as its government pushes on with its ideological agenda, and the citizens do whatever they can to protect themselves, notes Aakar Patel.

I didn't know if I was going to play cricket again: Smith

I didn't know if I was going to play cricket again: Smith

Rediff.com2 Aug 2019

With the world watching, Steve Smith crafted a sublime 144 to help Australia recover from 122 for eight to 284 all out of Day 1 of the first Ashes Test.

Fans rage on social media over empty seats at World Cup

Fans rage on social media over empty seats at World Cup

Rediff.com16 Jun 2018

Iceland were holding Argentina 1-1 at halftime in their World Cup Group D match on Saturday after Alfred Finnbogason hit back to cancel out Sergio Aguero's opener for the South Americans.

Thappad review

Thappad review

Rediff.com27 Feb 2020

A spectacular Taapsee Pannu brings out the shift of a happy homemaker to a heartbroken woman most strikingly in her deeply affecting performance, applauds Sukanya Verma.

Trump on the campaign trail in India

Trump on the campaign trail in India

Rediff.com17 Feb 2020

'Another rejection of mediation between India and Pakistan will leave Mr Trump disappointed.' 'In that case, he is likely to point out the war-like situation on the border and press for direct talks which have been stalled on account of continuing terrorism from Pakistan,' notes Ambassador T P Sreenivasan.

J&K turmoil: Ex-CMs under 'house arrest'; schools shut, internet snapped

J&K turmoil: Ex-CMs under 'house arrest'; schools shut, internet snapped

Rediff.com5 Aug 2019

The government imposed restrictions under Section 144 CrPC in Srinagar district.

PIX: Prince William, Middleton are man and wife

PIX: Prince William, Middleton are man and wife

Rediff.com29 Apr 2011

Prince William and Kate Middleton were on Friday pronounced man and wife at the majestic Westminster Abbey in London where the couple exchanged vows in the presence of some 1,900 guests, while millions of people around the world watched the ceremony live on TV.

How Palanpur's diamond merchants conquered the world

How Palanpur's diamond merchants conquered the world

Rediff.com7 Feb 2020

'We did not know we would one day dominate nearly 70 per cent of the market.' 'Today, of 100 diamonds available for trade in Antwerp, 93 are cut and polished in India.' A fascinating excerpt from Shantanu Guha Ray's The Diamond Trail: How India Rose To Global Domination.

Tendulkar tweets support to Indian cricket team after WT20 loss

Tendulkar tweets support to Indian cricket team after WT20 loss

Rediff.com1 Apr 2016

India suffered a heartbreaking exit from the World T20 after their stunning loss to the West Indies at the Wankhede stadium in Mumbai on Thursday, but the cricketing fraternity led by Sachin Tendulkar lauded the home team for its impressive performance and asked the players not to lose heart .

Yoga one of the most powerful unifying forces in strife-torn world: Modi

Yoga one of the most powerful unifying forces in strife-torn world: Modi

Rediff.com21 Jun 2018

The PM performed Yoga with over 50,000 enthusiasts at the Forest Research Institute campus in Dehradun.

They wanted her to marry. She took up BOXING

They wanted her to marry. She took up BOXING

Rediff.com21 May 2019

After going on to conquer the ring, Nikhat Zareen hopes to inspire young girls to follow in her footsteps and fight for their dreams.

26/11: US stands with India in its quest for justice, says Trump

26/11: US stands with India in its quest for justice, says Trump

Rediff.com27 Nov 2018

'The attack killed 166 innocents, including six Americans. We will never let terrorists win, or even come close to winning!' he said.

La Liga: No security threat for Sunday's El Clasico tie

La Liga: No security threat for Sunday's El Clasico tie

Rediff.com18 Nov 2015

The Spanish government's top sports official has sent out a message of calm and said there is no reason for Saturday's La Liga 'El Clasico' between Real Madrid and Barcelona to be postponed following Friday's attacks in Paris.

'An Egypt-like revolution not possible in India'

'An Egypt-like revolution not possible in India'

Rediff.com24 Mar 2011

'The strength of an uprising is directly proportional to the level of anger simmering among the people. Wherever this anger spills over, people will rise up in revolt. People will not tolerate despotic regimes for long; once they have raised their voice the regime has to listen to them.'

Ever missed a penalty? Don't worry, Messi does too

Ever missed a penalty? Don't worry, Messi does too

Rediff.com17 Jun 2018

With the world watching him in a World Cup opener against Iceland, the normally brilliant Messi struck a weak spot-kick that was saved, leaving Argentina with a disappointing 1-1 draw.

America awaits super-secret Clinton wedding

America awaits super-secret Clinton wedding

Rediff.com31 Jul 2010

Chelsea Clinton will marry her fiance and long-time companion and investment banker Marc Mezvinsky, on Saturday.

Here's why India is wary of maverick Pakistan in high-octane final

Here's why India is wary of maverick Pakistan in high-octane final

Rediff.com17 Jun 2017

India are favourites to retain the Champions Trophy on Sunday but they would probably have preferred to face different opponents than arch-rivals Pakistan in what is sure to be a highly-charged final.

Young, budding artist? Enter our contest!

Young, budding artist? Enter our contest!

Rediff.com15 Jan 2009

What should Michelle Obama wear at the inauguration ceremony next week? Draw your outfits and mail it to us.