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Cotton, silk, chiffon best materials for masks: Study

Cotton, silk, chiffon best materials for masks: Study

Rediff.com25 Apr 2020

The scientists assessed the ability of common fabrics, alone or in combination, to filter out aerosols similar in size to respiratory droplets.

12 Bhagalpuri Art Silk Sarees We Totally Love

12 Bhagalpuri Art Silk Sarees We Totally Love

Rediff.com15 Feb 2016

12 Bhagalpuri Art Silk Sarees We Totally Love

Prohibitory orders at Tirupati ahead of Jagan's visit

Prohibitory orders at Tirupati ahead of Jagan's visit

Rediff.com27 Sep 2024

Ahead of YSRCP chief YS Jagan Mohan Reddy's planned visit to Lord Venkateswara Swamy temple at Tirumala Hills, the district police on Friday issued notice to several leaders and cadre of the party not to defy Section 30 of the Police Act which is in force.

Will PM Modi Attend Ambani Wedding?

Will PM Modi Attend Ambani Wedding?

Rediff.com9 Jul 2024

'Modiji's team has consented to his appearance at the wedding. But it can't be more than a fleeting appearance.'

8 Times You Couldn't Look Away From Zeenat Aman

8 Times You Couldn't Look Away From Zeenat Aman

Rediff.com20 Nov 2024

Zeenat Aman had scored more hit songs than any of her contemporaries. This can be attributed partly to happenstance and partly to the fact that her forte for high glamour could be showcased most winningly in a crowd-pleasing number, observes Dinesh Raheja.

Shilpa, Kareena, Kriti Sizzle In Saris

Shilpa, Kareena, Kriti Sizzle In Saris

Rediff.com17 Jul 2024

Fun drapes to try this monsoon.

4 Reasons Why Bhagalpuri Silk Sarees are Extremely Popular

4 Reasons Why Bhagalpuri Silk Sarees are Extremely Popular

Rediff.com31 Jul 2015

4 Reasons Why Bhagalpuri Silk Sarees are Extremely Popular

Rasika's silk sari has a message

Rasika's silk sari has a message

Rediff.com24 Aug 2018

The actor endorsed sustainable fashion as she walked for designer Gunjan Jain.

Sonakshi-Zaheer Post Wedding Pix

Sonakshi-Zaheer Post Wedding Pix

Rediff.com25 Jun 2024

Newlyweds Sonakshi Sinha and Zaheer Iqbal posted pictures of their magical wedding day, looking totally in love.

Thane to Furth! Welcome, Lord Ganesha

Thane to Furth! Welcome, Lord Ganesha

Rediff.com13 Sep 2024

You can e-mail your pictures to getahead@rediff.co.in (My Lord Ganesha Pix) with your name, location, details about your Lord Ganesha and what this festival means to you. We will publish the best entries right here on Rediff.com.

Will These Stars Make It To Bigg Boss 18?

Will These Stars Make It To Bigg Boss 18?

Rediff.com25 Sep 2024

Bigg Boss 18 is all set to return to our screens on October 6. Hosted by Salman Khan, the names of the contestants who will be participating are not revealed yet.

Jagan cancels Tirupati temple visit after faith declaration demands

Jagan cancels Tirupati temple visit after faith declaration demands

Rediff.com27 Sep 2024

Sources close to Reddy confirmed that his visit to the hill shrine has been cancelled, but did not immediately divulge the reason behind the decision that came just a couple of hours before he was supposed to depart to the temple town.

Wow! A 150 Year Old Ganpati Tradition

Wow! A 150 Year Old Ganpati Tradition

Rediff.com11 Sep 2024

Rediff readers tell us how they are celebrating the festival of Ganesh Chaturthi in their homes.

China planning New Silk Road

China planning New Silk Road

Rediff.com15 Apr 2011

China is planning a 'New Silk Road' at a cost of $660 million that will run through Central Asia and continue into Europe, crossing the Pamir Plateau, to facilitate improved transport and trade.

China hit as silk demand declines

China hit as silk demand declines

Rediff.com1 Jun 2007

Demand for silk products has declined as cheaper polyester products have replaced silk goods the world over.

What Kartik Has In Common With Aishwarya

What Kartik Has In Common With Aishwarya

Rediff.com5 Jun 2024

Many of our leading men and women are also all for dramatic physical transformation for the sake of artistic authenticity.

Will Radhika Wear This Lehenga To Her Wedding?

Will Radhika Wear This Lehenga To Her Wedding?

Rediff.com11 Jul 2024

Designer Ridhi Mehra has a look for bride Radhika and her sister-in-law Isha Ambani.

Future looks bright for China's new Silk Road

Future looks bright for China's new Silk Road

Rediff.com18 Aug 2015

This new Silk Road has the potential to once again have a lasting impact on the commerce and culture of this region for generations to come

Met Gala: Isha, Alia, Mona, Mindy Make India Shine

Met Gala: Isha, Alia, Mona, Mindy Make India Shine

Rediff.com9 May 2024

Take a look at what the desi celebs wore to the fashion extravaganza.

Stunning in silk: From the looms of Assam

Stunning in silk: From the looms of Assam

Rediff.com11 Sep 2015

Fashion designer Sanjukta Dutta showcased a beautiful collection of hand-crafted two-piece Mekhela Chadors at the recently concluded Mysore Fashion Week 2015.

Keerthy Is A Real Charmer!

Keerthy Is A Real Charmer!

Rediff.com9 May 2024

And a heavyweight when it comes to fashion.

Tilak: The Man In His Times

Tilak: The Man In His Times

Rediff.com21 Sep 2024

Lokmanya Tilak lived a life replete with contradictions, although he modified many of his positions later in life.

Kiara Dazzles At Cannes

Kiara Dazzles At Cannes

Rediff.com19 May 2024

Kiara Advani was a sight to behold at the Red Sea Film Foundation's Women in Cinema Gala dinner at the Cannes Film Festival.

10 clever ways to refashion old silk saris

10 clever ways to refashion old silk saris

Rediff.com23 May 2016

Here's how you can lend a new look to your old silk sari.

10 Times Hindi Movies Gave Us Fashion Goals

10 Times Hindi Movies Gave Us Fashion Goals

Rediff.com4 Sep 2024

Ananya Pandey's snazzy, selfie-ready style in Call Me Bae is the first thing to have caught our eye about her ultra glamorous debut on OTT this week.

Pooja, Esha, Aahana's Amazing Choli Styles

Pooja, Esha, Aahana's Amazing Choli Styles

Rediff.com19 Apr 2024

They're bringing sexy back!

The Maggie Smith I Knew

The Maggie Smith I Knew

Rediff.com7 Oct 2024

'Maggie was very reserved and private. Nobody would dare to ask Maggie personal questions.' 'She was not that kind of person. She didn't share and would not want you to share either!'

PHOTO: Assam's silk town still tense, curfew relaxed

PHOTO: Assam's silk town still tense, curfew relaxed

Rediff.com1 Apr 2013

Curfew was relaxed from 7 am for ten hours on Monday in Assam's violence-affected silk town of Sualkuchi, where the situation continued to remain tense due to violent protests against trading in synthetic and Benarasi silk garments.

IndiGo-SilkAir planes 'almost collided' midair, probe launched

IndiGo-SilkAir planes 'almost collided' midair, probe launched

Rediff.com21 Feb 2017

French aviation watchdog BEA said vertical separation between the two aircraft 'was zero feet' while the least horizontal separation between the two planes was reduced to just 0.6 NM.

The Magic of Silk

The Magic of Silk

Rediff.com28 Aug 2015

Anita Dongre brings back the magic of traditional Indian weaves and embroidery in a modern new avatar. Check out her collection for Lakm Fashion Week Winter/Festive 2015.

Siyaram Silk declares lockout

Siyaram Silk declares lockout

Rediff.com1 Mar 2003

Siyaram Silk Mills Ltd declared lockout at its Murbad plant due to labour problems.

Why Anjali Sacrificed Her Career For Sachin

Why Anjali Sacrificed Her Career For Sachin

Rediff.com3 Oct 2024

Anjali quickly decided not to pursue her career in medicine. If she had worked in a government hospital, she would have had to do her fair share of nights and weekends in hospital, which would have been tough when Sachin was back in Bombay between tours. Had she worked in private practice as Dr Anjali Tendulkar, she reckoned she would be consulted for her name rather than her expertise. Anjali is an all-or nothing person and she couldn't have just dabbled in doctoring. Moreover, she wanted to devote herself to keeping her husband in the right frame of mind to play his best cricket. A fascinating excerpt from Annabel Mehta and Georgina Brown's book, My Passage to India.

5 Gorgeous Silk Sarees That Look Really Expensive But Are Not

5 Gorgeous Silk Sarees That Look Really Expensive But Are Not

Rediff.com17 Mar 2015

The wedding season is here. Buying a new silk saree for every occasion is an expensive affair. Want to look elegant without splurging much? Here are 5 elegant silk saree styles that look really expensive but actually they are not -

What Are Models Doing On Mumbai's Race Course?

What Are Models Doing On Mumbai's Race Course?

Rediff.com14 Mar 2024

Designer Rajesh Pratap Singh chose to dedicate his show to Jaipur's vibrant culture and his love for the sport of polo.

Mystical Mongolia

Mystical Mongolia

Rediff.com24 Sep 2024

Mongolia can take a lifetime to happen but rewards the intrepid traveller with enduring memories of a surreal, delightful land.

He is reinventing nine yards of silk

He is reinventing nine yards of silk

Rediff.com13 Jan 2014

The 89-year old, Chennai-based silk saree and apparel major, RmKV, is re-inventing the saree.

Who Was The Best Dressed Ambani?

Who Was The Best Dressed Ambani?

Rediff.com17 Jul 2024

Nita, Isha and Shloka Ambani were the real scene stealers.

Retracing the Silk Route in breathtaking Kazakhstan

Retracing the Silk Route in breathtaking Kazakhstan

Rediff.com26 Sep 2013

From the steely town of Temirtav to the cultural capital of Almaty, the Silk Route winding through Kazakhstan has a lot to offer, finds Sudha Mahalingam

Richa Chadha Shows Off Her Baby Bump

Richa Chadha Shows Off Her Baby Bump

Rediff.com14 Mar 2024

The sixth edition of the Critics Choice Awards saw a lot of glamour on the red carpet.

The Silk Route to Success

The Silk Route to Success

Rediff.com19 Oct 2015

Tista Sengupta catches up with five emerging designers from North East India -- Daniel Syiem, Atsu Sekhose, Meghna Rai Medhi, Dhiraj Deka and Sanjukta Dutta -- who, in their own way, are fighting to keep their traditional art of weaving alive.