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West Bengal Elections 2026: Mamata, Ganguly cast votes

West Bengal Elections 2026: Mamata, Ganguly cast votes

Rediff.com23 hours ago

Politicians and celebrities lined up at polling stations to cast their votes.

Bizman's son rams luxury car into bike, 22-yr-old hotel employee killed

Bizman's son rams luxury car into bike, 22-yr-old hotel employee killed

Rediff.com7 Apr 2026

A young hotel employee tragically died in Goa after a high-speed collision involving a Mini Cooper allegedly driven by a businessman's son, prompting a police investigation and raising concerns about road safety.

Goa Opposition Leader Questioned Over Land Conversion Protest

Goa Opposition Leader Questioned Over Land Conversion Protest

Rediff.com3 days ago

Goa's Leader of Opposition, Yuri Alemao, recorded his statement to police regarding a protest march against a contentious land conversion provision, claiming the government is harassing protesters.

Tamil Nadu's Baranica Elangovan Breaks Pole Vault National Record

Tamil Nadu's Baranica Elangovan Breaks Pole Vault National Record

Rediff.com24 Mar 2026

Tamil Nadu athlete Baranica Elangovan set a new national record in the women's pole vault at the National Indoor Championships in Bhubaneswar, clearing 4.22m.

The Secret Agent Review: Gripping Political Thriller

The Secret Agent Review: Gripping Political Thriller

Rediff.com27 Feb 2026

Though it revisits a terrifying period of Brazilian history, The Secret Agent just skims over the surface of the darkness, not losing its pace, colour, music and a sense of optimism, observes Deepa Gahlot.

Dada, Dona Attend Sana's Convocation

Dada, Dona Attend Sana's Convocation

Rediff.com12 Sep 2023

Sana, who did her schooling at Loreto House School in Kolkata, graduated in economics from University College London.

Cricket For Dada, Dance For Dona

Cricket For Dada, Dance For Dona

Rediff.com6 Mar 2023

How Mr and Mrs Ganguly spent Sunday.

'Gill has just become captain, it's a honeymoon period'

'Gill has just become captain, it's a honeymoon period'

Rediff.com8 Jul 2025

Shubman Gill is enjoying a 'honeymoon period' as India's Test captain but there will be more pressure on him in the days to come, feels former India skipper Sourav Ganguly.

Dona has no regrets about Dada quitting

Dona has no regrets about Dada quitting

Rediff.com7 Nov 2008

Dona Ganguly, who traveled to Nagpur with daughter Sanaa to witness Sourav's farewell Test, told rediff.com in an exclusive chat: "It was a decision that was coming, so no regrets. Everyone has to retire."

Wife Dona on Sourav's 100th Test

Wife Dona on Sourav's 100th Test

Rediff.com24 Dec 2007

Dona Ganguly, who rarely watches her husband bat, is off to Australia. "A 100th Test is once in a lifetime," she says.

Musk Sticks Close To Trump....

Musk Sticks Close To Trump....

Rediff.com18 Nov 2024

Members of the Trump circle, American newspapers reported over the weekend, crib that Elon Musk rarely leaves the president-elect's side. Elon is always in the room when Donald is speaking to likely members of his cabinet or shooting the breeze with some world leader.

Yogi Goes All Out For Flawless Mahakumbh

Yogi Goes All Out For Flawless Mahakumbh

Rediff.com24 Dec 2024

For Yogi Adityanath the successful management of the fair is a crucial part of building 'Brand UP' and making the state a $1 trillion economy.

Ganguly and fly watch Arsenal crush Man United at The Emirates

Ganguly and fly watch Arsenal crush Man United at The Emirates

Rediff.com4 Sep 2023

Mikel Arteta's Arsenal have 10 points from four games with United on six after already losing twice.

10 Must-Eat Delights of Durga Pujo

10 Must-Eat Delights of Durga Pujo

Rediff.com9 Oct 2024

An encyclopedia to the best Durga Pujo eating.

'Colonialism's hand is everywhere'

'Colonialism's hand is everywhere'

Rediff.com9 Feb 2024

In narrating the Maria story, Vatsala Mendonca, in the tradition of Margaret Atwood's A Handmaiden's Tale, Sandra Cisneros' The House on Mango Street and Arundathi Roy's The God of Small Things, places the protagonist challenges within the context of class and caste and religious and, most of all, patriarchal conflicts and ultimately finds strength and hope, inspiring readers to pursue their dreams and carve their own paths.

Not happy with Uddhav's decision: Rebel Sena MLA

Not happy with Uddhav's decision: Rebel Sena MLA

Rediff.com30 Jun 2022

He (Thackeray) tried to convince us, rebel Shiv Sena MLAs, Bharat Gogawale said.

Maharashtra happy that Balasaheb's Shiv Sainik became CM: Shinde

Maharashtra happy that Balasaheb's Shiv Sainik became CM: Shinde

Rediff.com1 Jul 2022

Shiv Sena leader Eknath Shinde on Friday said not only his colleagues in the assembly but also Maharashtra is happy that 'Balasaheb Thackeray's Shiv Sainik has become the chief minister'.

Sourav Ganguly's daughter tests COVID positive

Sourav Ganguly's daughter tests COVID positive

Rediff.com5 Jan 2022

Sana Ganguly's positive test for the novel coronavirus comes days after Sourav Ganguly returned home from the hospital after testing positive for COVID-19.

Mamata very close to me: Ganguly after hosting Shah

Mamata very close to me: Ganguly after hosting Shah

Rediff.com7 May 2022

Shah's visit to Ganguly's home had fuelled speculation that the he would join politics soon.

Sena rebels to hold meet in Goa to decide way ahead

Sena rebels to hold meet in Goa to decide way ahead

Rediff.com30 Jun 2022

Rebel Shiv Sena MLAs led by senior leader Eknath Shinde, who are currently camping in Goa, will hold a meeting on Thursday to decide the way forward as they are likely to support the Bharatiya Janata Party to form the next government in Maharashtra following the resignation of Uddhav Thackeray as the chief minister.

Shinde reprimands rebel MLAs for dancing at his swearing in

Shinde reprimands rebel MLAs for dancing at his swearing in

Rediff.com1 Jul 2022

Maharashtra Chief Minister Eknath Shinde has expressed his displeasure over the way a section of MLAs from his group danced in Goa following the announcement of his name for the top post.

Kochi to Tokyo on a bicycle

Kochi to Tokyo on a bicycle

Rediff.com16 Dec 2019

Three young Indians plan to cycle from Kochi in Kerala to Tokyo in time to attend the Olympics there next year.

Maha CM Shinde gets warm welcome from rebel Sena MLAs at Goa hotel

Maha CM Shinde gets warm welcome from rebel Sena MLAs at Goa hotel

Rediff.com1 Jul 2022

Maharashtra Chief Minister Eknath Shinde was given a warm welcome by the rebel Shiv Sena MLAs and other legislators in the wee hours of Friday when he returned to a luxury hotel near Panaji, where they are staying, after taking oath for the top post.

Recipe: Ranchi Memories & Sheetal Chhaya Alu Mattar

Recipe: Ranchi Memories & Sheetal Chhaya Alu Mattar

Rediff.com16 May 2023

A mildly-spiced, sans too much garam masala 'hotel'-style potatoes with peas in a thick gravy that goes well with butter naans.

Sourav Ganguly will be most welcome at PM's rally: BJP

Sourav Ganguly will be most welcome at PM's rally: BJP

Rediff.com3 Mar 2021

There has been speculation that he will join politics ahead of the assembly election in the state.

'Ganguly's heart is as strong as it was when he was 20'

'Ganguly's heart is as strong as it was when he was 20'

Rediff.com5 Jan 2021

Ganguly will be discharged on Wednesday and thereafter he will be monitored at home on a daily basis

PIX: Sri Lanka vanquish Pakistan to win Asia Cup

PIX: Sri Lanka vanquish Pakistan to win Asia Cup

Rediff.com12 Sep 2022

Images from the Asia Cup final between Pakistan and Sri Lanka in Dubai on Sunday.

Ganguly to be discharged from hospital on Wednesday

Ganguly to be discharged from hospital on Wednesday

Rediff.com5 Jan 2021

Ganguly will be ready for the next course of procedures or medical intervention after about 2-3 weeks

All of Kolkata to back Dada's Pune against KKR

All of Kolkata to back Dada's Pune against KKR

Rediff.com30 Apr 2012

Kolkata Knight Riders skipper Gautam Gambhir may want to believe otherwise, but many Kolkatans, including Sourav Ganguly's wife Dona, said they would root for the city's favourite son when he leads Pune Warriors in an IPL match in Kolkata on May 5.

'Ganguly conscious and doctors keeping constant vigil'

'Ganguly conscious and doctors keeping constant vigil'

Rediff.com3 Jan 2021

The former India captain was hospitalised at 1 pm on Saturday with "chest discomfort, the heaviness of head, vomiting and a spell of dizziness" while performing physical exercise in the home gymnasium at around 11 am. Following this, he underwent an angioplasty.

Recipe: How to make Tapioca kokum chaat

Recipe: How to make Tapioca kokum chaat

Rediff.com20 Aug 2019

Jerson Fernandes, executive chef of Novotel Goa Dona Sylvia Resort shares his special recipe.

Ganguly on whether Kohli can break Tendulkar's century record

Ganguly on whether Kohli can break Tendulkar's century record

Rediff.com24 Nov 2017

Former India captain Sourav Ganguly on Friday backed current skipper Virat Kohli on the issue of cramped scheduling and said that the team needs more time to prepare for tough assignments like the upcoming tour of South Africa.

Ganguly to undergo stenting on Thursday: hospital

Ganguly to undergo stenting on Thursday: hospital

Rediff.com27 Jan 2021

BCCI president Sourav Ganguly will undergo stenting on Thursday in presence of Dr Devi Shetty, Kolkata's Woodlands Hospital said.

WB poll: 76.16% voter turnout in violence-hit 4th phase

WB poll: 76.16% voter turnout in violence-hit 4th phase

Rediff.com10 Apr 2021

The commission said polling was held at 15,940 polling stations spread across 44 assembly constituencies in this phase of polls.

Clubs banned after 118 goals are scored

Clubs banned after 118 goals are scored

Rediff.com18 Feb 2004

The Goa Football Association suspended four of its Second Division clubs for alleged match-fixing.

Goa: Beyond the sun, beaches, food and feni

Goa: Beyond the sun, beaches, food and feni

Rediff.com6 Mar 2019

'I had no idea that behind the charming, ever smiling Goan faces, there is so much complexity and history!' says Ajit Balakrishnan.

Tarun Tejpal arrested on charges of rape

Tarun Tejpal arrested on charges of rape

Rediff.com30 Nov 2013

A sessions court in Goa on Saturday rejected Tehelka founder-editor Tarun Tejpal's anticipatory bail petition and sent him to14-day police remand in connection with the sexual assault case against him.

Thirsty Pak boy crosses IB in search of water, BSF returns him to Rangers

Thirsty Pak boy crosses IB in search of water, BSF returns him to Rangers

Rediff.com4 Oct 2016

Officials said the the boy identified as Md Tanveer was apprehended by the Border Security Force on Sunday evening at the Dona Telu Mal border post in Punjab.

Parrikar has advanced-stage cancer, says Goa minister

Parrikar has advanced-stage cancer, says Goa minister

Rediff.com3 Mar 2019

Sardesai is the second member of the cabinet after health minister Vishwajit Rane to talk about the exact nature of Parrikar's illness.

9 Amazing Places To Visit In India

9 Amazing Places To Visit In India

Rediff.com29 Apr 2022

Laxmi Sorte and Kaustav Ghosh, who travelled across 29 Indian states and five Union territories in 101 days, recommend a list of lesser known places in India to add to your travel bucket list.