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The music of Ishiguro's words

The music of Ishiguro's words

Rediff.com19 Oct 2017

'Did the Nobel committee, reviled for awarding Mr Dylan, play a little inside joke this time around, by awarding another lyricist who was once an aspiring musician?' asks Uttaran Das Gupta.

Godavari in spate leaves Nashik flooded

Godavari in spate leaves Nashik flooded

Rediff.com3 Aug 2016

As authorities released water from Gangapur dam, the river level rose significantly, causing many bridges in Old Nashik area to undergo water.

PHOTOS: Following in a dinosaur`s footsteps

PHOTOS: Following in a dinosaur`s footsteps

Rediff.com1 Aug 2016

Rediff.com presents the terrifying T-Rex footprints and the massive titanosaurs that stun visitors from around the world.

Swamy brings bill seeking death penalty for cow slaughter

Swamy brings bill seeking death penalty for cow slaughter

Rediff.com24 Mar 2017

Bharatiya Janata Party member Subramanian Swamy on Friday introduced in the Rajya Sabha a private member bill which seeks "deterrent punishment", including the death penalty, for slaughter of cow and issues related to that.

Unsung Olympic heroes return to take limelight

Unsung Olympic heroes return to take limelight

Rediff.com28 Jul 2016

Lithuania's Laura Asadauskaite will be favourite to defend her Olympic title when modern pentathlon enjoys a rare share of the global sporting spotlight on the final weekend of the Rio Games.

A toast to Athens and democracy

A toast to Athens and democracy

Rediff.com13 Oct 2017

Geetanjali Krishna approached her trip to Greece -- the cradle of democracy where the notions of equality, free speech and civic liberty first took shape -- as much as pilgrimage as a holiday.

India-China: Lessons from History

India-China: Lessons from History

Rediff.com11 Oct 2019

'Unquestionably, the spirit behind the Panchsheel agreement and the 'Hindi Chini bhai bhai' slogan were thrown overboard by the Chinese, and a trust deficit was injected between the two nations.' A revealing excerpt from General J J Singh's The McMahon Line: A Century Of Discord.

Three issues for Modi and Xi to consider

Three issues for Modi and Xi to consider

Rediff.com10 Oct 2019

'This novel format of diplomacy -- the informal summit -- will not only facilitate bilateral communication and reduce miscalculations at the very top level of the two governments, but possibly open the space for China and India to speak in one voice on various issues of mutual concern,' note Feng Renjie and Ding Kun Lei

Super Saturday: Modi, Maya, Rahul, Akhilesh's Kashi Yatra

Super Saturday: Modi, Maya, Rahul, Akhilesh's Kashi Yatra

Rediff.com3 Mar 2017

Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav, Rahul Gandhi and BSP supremo Mayawati will descend on Varanasi on Saturday making it their battleground ahead of the last phase of Uttar Pradesh polls, a schedule that has put the administration on its toes.

'The Ek Do Teen remix is outright perversion'

'The Ek Do Teen remix is outright perversion'

Rediff.com28 Mar 2018

'There's no love for the song or Madhuri, no consideration for what it meant to an entire generation and zero respect for its iconic choreography,' says Sukanya Verma.

How the Rio Olympics gold medals are made

How the Rio Olympics gold medals are made

Rediff.com30 Jun 2016

Ask athletes what goes into Olympic gold medals, and they will likely say sweat and years of training. For Brazil's National Mint the answer is simpler: recycled silver.

What Ravana, Duryodhana can teach India's leaders

What Ravana, Duryodhana can teach India's leaders

Rediff.com23 Sep 2017

What drove Ravana, a good king, and Duryodhana, who could match Bhima on strength and valour to ruin?

Mars used to be like Earth, but...

Mars used to be like Earth, but...

Rediff.com28 Jun 2016

NASA's Mars Curiosity rover has discovered high levels of manganese oxides in Martian rocks, which may indicate that the red planet was once more Earth-like than previously believed.

Picture perfect! 15 iconic landmarks in the world

Picture perfect! 15 iconic landmarks in the world

Rediff.com26 Jun 2014

You've probably seen them in the movies or have visited them. But these photographs of the most popular landmarks according TripAdvisor will blow your mind away! Here are some... in no particular order:

Lessons from Bollywood: Learning yoga from Jacqueline, Ash, Kangana

Lessons from Bollywood: Learning yoga from Jacqueline, Ash, Kangana

Rediff.com22 Jun 2016

Don't have money to spare for classes? Learn an asana or two from our good ol' Hindi films.

Why F1 radio rule needs to be reconsidered...

Why F1 radio rule needs to be reconsidered...

Rediff.com20 Jun 2016

Formula One's clampdown on radio communications between engineers and drivers has made the sport more dangerous, triple world champion Lewis Hamilton said on Sunday.

PHOTOS: Obamas take a long hike at Yosemite National Park

PHOTOS: Obamas take a long hike at Yosemite National Park

Rediff.com19 Jun 2016

The family vacation comes a week after the oldest daughter, Malia, graduated from the private Sidwell Friends School at an outdoor ceremony that the family attended.

'To Kanti Bhatt, books played god'

'To Kanti Bhatt, books played god'

Rediff.com6 Aug 2019

Kanti Bhatt, respected Gujarati author and journalist, passed into the ages on August 4, 2019, at the age of 88. In tribute, we reproduce an article his wife Sheela Bhatt wrote about him 19 years ago.

#TravelTuesday: Lucerne, a city from a fairytale

#TravelTuesday: Lucerne, a city from a fairytale

Rediff.com12 Sep 2017

This picturesque city is a fascinating mix of Swiss quaintness and modern flourishes.

Quest for material prosperity should not compromise environment: PM

Quest for material prosperity should not compromise environment: PM

Rediff.com5 Jun 2018

Chairing the plenary session of an event to celebrate the World Environment Day 2018, being hosted by India, he said India's traditions have for long underlined the importance of living in harmony with nature.

At 1st ISA meet, Modi presents 10-point action plan

At 1st ISA meet, Modi presents 10-point action plan

Rediff.com11 Mar 2018

Indian 'Vedas' have since thousands of years considered sun as at soul of the universe and a nourisher of life, the PM said.

Kung Fu Yoga Review: Not a combination you want to try

Kung Fu Yoga Review: Not a combination you want to try

Rediff.com3 Feb 2017

Kung Fu Yoga assaults both senses and soul, warns Sukanya Verma.

Oh, they are asking for jobs? Give them cow...

Oh, they are asking for jobs? Give them cow...

Rediff.com17 Jan 2019

The jobless armies of youthful India are getting angrier and desperate, warns Shekhar Gupta.

Former Exxon CEO Rex Tillerson sworn-in as US secretary of state

Former Exxon CEO Rex Tillerson sworn-in as US secretary of state

Rediff.com2 Feb 2017

Tillerson, 64, who was confirmed by the Senate in a 56-43 vote, was administered the oath of office by Vice President Mike Pence.

How Himalaya made ancient Ayurveda popular across the globe

How Himalaya made ancient Ayurveda popular across the globe

Rediff.com19 Jan 2015

Currently, Himalaya sells 250 products across the globe.

IS releases video showing Indian jihadists fighting in Syria

IS releases video showing Indian jihadists fighting in Syria

Rediff.com20 May 2016

The video is part of IS propaganda campaign on foreign fighters in their ranks, US-based private Search for International Terrorist Entities Intelligence Group said.

Has one person crossed over to Pakistan due to the Gujarat riots?

Has one person crossed over to Pakistan due to the Gujarat riots?

Rediff.com18 Dec 2013

'Pluralism is a fundamental fact of Indian life,' Colonel Anil A Athale (retd) tells members of the US Congress. 'Indians created a secular/plural State because that is what the majority believes in and not the other way round.'

Tamil Nadu urges Centre to promulgate ordinance on Jallikattu

Tamil Nadu urges Centre to promulgate ordinance on Jallikattu

Rediff.com9 Jan 2017

Chief Minister O Panneerselvam wrote to Prime Minister Narendra Modi, saying "considering the groundswell of sentiment and support for the conduct of Jallikattu all over Tamil Nadu, this is an issue on which the government of India must act with maximum despatch."

10 Lucky Charms To Attract Fortune and Prosperity In Your Life

10 Lucky Charms To Attract Fortune and Prosperity In Your Life

Rediff.com10 Aug 2017

10 Lucky Charms To Attract Fortune and Prosperity In Your Life

India ready to be 'Sherpa' to help Nepal scale mountain of success: Modi

India ready to be 'Sherpa' to help Nepal scale mountain of success: Modi

Rediff.com12 May 2018

Modi said Nepal must identify its needs and priorities to deliver results.

'If USA can stop prayers in schools, why can't India?'

'If USA can stop prayers in schools, why can't India?'

Rediff.com30 Jan 2019

'They are saying my petition is an attack on Hindu religion.' 'You pray in your home, there is no problem, but the school is a public institution run by government funds.'

PHOTOS: Sun god Apollo presides over final Olympic flame rehearsal

PHOTOS: Sun god Apollo presides over final Olympic flame rehearsal

Rediff.com20 Apr 2016

The high priestess raised her arms towards the sky, invoking the sun god Apollo at the birthplace of the ancient Olympics on Wednesday in the final rehearsal for the flame that will burn at the Rio Games later this year.

George Keyt: The Picasso of South Asia

George Keyt: The Picasso of South Asia

Rediff.com28 Jul 2017

Art historian Yashodhara Dalmia's book on the Sri Lankan artist, who fell so deeply for India that he even claimed Rajput descent, is a momentous publishing event, says Kishore Singh.

Is this the end of the road for Varanasi's handloom weavers?

Is this the end of the road for Varanasi's handloom weavers?

Rediff.com21 Dec 2016

Powerlooms and a lack of policy have pushed heritage art towards extinction, say Shreya Jai and Subhayan Chakraborty.

Modi's big-ticket Varanasi visit tomorrow will set the tone for UP polls

Modi's big-ticket Varanasi visit tomorrow will set the tone for UP polls

Rediff.com21 Dec 2016

The party's performance in the assembly polls in the state -- which is the most populous and hence sends maximum number of MPs to the Lok Sabha -- will have a bearing on its future prospects on the national level.

Trimbakeshwar Temple revokes its ban on men's entry in sanctum

Trimbakeshwar Temple revokes its ban on men's entry in sanctum

Rediff.com11 Apr 2016

The Trimbakeshwar Temple authorities have gone back on their April 3 resolution wherein they decided to ban entry of men too into the core worship area at the famous Lord Shiva shrine in Nashik.

Incredible India: 10 photos you must see

Incredible India: 10 photos you must see

Rediff.com10 Apr 2016

Readers share the best clicks from their travels.

The worst tragedy of the 21st century comes to an end... for now

The worst tragedy of the 21st century comes to an end... for now

Rediff.com14 Dec 2016

A ceasefire deal has been struck between the pro-Syrian government forces and the rebels for them and the civilians still living there to evacuate the city safely.

Review: Kung Fu Panda 3 is as fun as expected!

Review: Kung Fu Panda 3 is as fun as expected!

Rediff.com1 Apr 2016

There's much to learn and love about the newest Kung Fu Panda movie and its fabulous, floundering, furry hero, feels Sukanya Verma.