No agenda, we report without fear or favour, BBC chief tells India staff

The BBC is not driven by an "agenda" but by purpose and will not be put off reporting impartially and without fear or favour, the UK-headquartered media organisation's chief has said days after the......

When Indira Gandhi's demand for papaya left this chef in tears

The papayas from Mumbai were too squishy, the chef raced through the streets of Goa in a police jeep to look for fruit ripened just right only to have security personnel puncture many a hole......

'India Has Become More Aggressive With China'

'China will do everything to hamper our ability to be a competitor.''China wants every country in the region to be subservient and we are the biggest stumbling block.' IMAGE: An Indian soldier......

Conductor sacked for halting bus for namazis found dead

The bus conductor, who was dismissed from service for allegedly halting the vehicle to allow two Muslim passengers to offer namaz on the road, was found dead on a railway track in the Ghiror area......

Like Sara's BLUE LIPS?

Bollywood ladies often experiment with their make-up. From colourful eyeliners to unicorn eye shadows, we have seen it all. But the one trend every actress seems to swear by is wearing a bold lip......

PIX: Sonam gives desi twist to her amfAR gala look

After walking the red carpet at the 69th Cannes International Film Festival, Sonam Kapoor made her debut at the amfAR Gala on May 19. The actress chose a Ralph & Russo creation once......

PIX: Mallika Sherawat goes bold for amfAR gala

While Sonam Kapoor gave her amfAR gala look a desi twist, Mallika Sherawat made a bold statement with her fashion at the same event. Ms Sherawat attended amfAR's 23rd Cinema Against AIDS......

CANDID PIX: Aishwarya Rai at Cannes 2016

Purple lips really, isn't everything that defines Aishwarya Rai Bachchan's 15th Cannes outing. The gorgeous actress has been quite a diva this year, and these black and white pictures prove it.......

Should Pujara get Test recall? Yes, says Uthappa

IMAGE: Cheteshwar Pujara made a strong impact in India's last two tours Down Under. Photograph: Michael Steele/Getty Images from the Rediff.com Archives India will need someone like KL Rahul or......

Can India break Australian dominance in women's cricket?

"The biggest bets are the two openers": Former cricketer Diana Edulji on India's prospects in upcoming Women's T20 World Cup IMAGE: Meg Lanning of Australia lifts the ICC Women's T20 World Cup.......

Vijender backs players' demands for personal coaches

IMAGE: India's Vijender Singh poses on the podium during the medal ceremony for the men's middleweight (75kg) final bout, at the Beijing 2008 Olympic Games on August 23, 2008. Photograph: Nick......

Narang hails modern reforms in India's shooting scene

IMAGE: Gagan Narang with his bronze medal at the 2012 London Olympics, July 30, 2012. .File Photo: Lars Baron/Getty Images Seasoned marksman Gagan Narang applauds the systematic selection process,......

Pakistan issues visas to Indian Davis Cup team

IMAGE: Yuki Bhambri will lead India'ss charge against Pakistan in their Davis Cup tie on February 3 and 4 in Islamabad. Photograph: Christopher Lee/Getty Images for LTA from the Rediff......