Ustad Zakir Hussain Passes Away

Tabla maestro Zakir Hussain died in a hospital in San Francisco, United States, his family said on Monday. He was 73. IMAGE: Tabla maestro Ustad Zakir Hussain. Photograph: Pradeep Bandekar Hussain......

He made 'innumerable' tablas for the Ustad

For Haridas Vhatkar, tabla making won't be the same again, as he mourns the passing away of his most celebrated customer, Ustad Zakir Hussain. IMAGE: Ustad Zakir Hussain, singer Hariharan, and......

When Zakir Hussain beat BigB to be voted 'sexiest man'

His fingers flew, fluttered and floated in quicksilver changes of raga and rhythm, drumming up music and magic. IMAGE: Tabla Maestro Ustad Zakir Hussain. Photograph: ANI Photo Zakir Hussain was......

No buyer for Gandhi's Dandi march garland at UK auction

A tinselled garland presented to and worn by Mahatma Gandhi during the iconic Dandi March of the Indian freedom struggle in 1930 remains open for bids after it failed to meet its GBP 20-30,000......

Where India's Rich Invest In...

The Indian market remains an attractive place to do business for the nation's entrepreneurs, with 75 per cent of them operating domestically. Illustration: Uttam Ghosh/Rediff.com   Rich......

Mercedes Benz classics take over Mumbai's streets!

The 11th edition of the Mercedes-Benz Classic Car Rally in Mumbai on Sunday featured headturners that left the audience gasping in awe. Rajesh Alva/Rediff.com presents a ringside view. IMAGE: The......

'Lot Of Interest In GenAI And The Art Of Possible'

'GenAI programmes may not be large in terms of value, but have triggered a lot of new opportunities among clients.' Kindly note the image has only been published for representational purposes.......

Laapataa Ladies Out Of Oscars Race

IMAGE: A scene from Laapataa Ladies.   Laapataa Ladies, India's official entry in the Best International Feature category at the 97th Academy Awards, is out of the Oscars race. The Hindi......

The Swades State Of Mind

As Swades turns 20, Aseem Chhabra looks back at the film that spoke to him. IMAGE: Gayatri Joshi and Shah Rukh Khan in Swades. Several years ago, I had lunch with the then finance minister of......

India@Oscars: 'We Are Choosing The Wrong Films'

'Unfortunately, we live in a 'Mainstream Bollywood' bubble, where we cannot look beyond films that we ourselves find entertaining.' IMAGE: Nitanshi Goel in Laapataa Ladies. Hansal Mehta and......

When Shah Rukh Khan Sold A Dream

'I like to sell a dream.''I like to tell stories. I'm a very good storyteller.''I can convert the most boring topic into a riveting tale.' IMAGE: Shah Rukh Khan and Gayatri Joshi in Swades.......

Ashwin: Evolutionary, cerebral and never a one-trick pony

If one has to analyse Ashwin the cricketer, it is very difficult to ignore Ashwin, the person, who had a very independent mind and a brain that probably ticked 24x7. He believed in de-construction......

Unstoppable Bumrah! 50 Test Wickets in Australia and Counting

IMAGE: The Indian speedster's relentless pace and accuracy have made him a nightmare for Australian batters. Photograph: BCCI/X Jasprit Bumrah continued his domination of Australian cricket,......

Find Out Who Ruled Google in 2024

2024 delivered unforgettable moments and surprising twists in the world of sports. While India's thrilling T20 World Cup victory stood as a monumental highlight, two unexpected names took centre......

No reason for Pakistan to go and play in India: Afridi

IMAGE: Former all-rounder Shahid Afridi wants PCB to adopt a firm stance on cricketing ties with India. Photograph: Shahid Afridi/X Former captain Shahid Afridi has advised the Pakistan Cricket......

'Lyon Is The Best Finger Spinner Ever'

'He's got a pretty good record against Indian batsmen (123 wickets in 28 Tests versus India).''In India too he has a great record (56 wickets in 11 Tests in India ), that is a pretty good record......