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How Small Parties Could Swing Puducherry Election Results

How Small Parties Could Swing Puducherry Election Results

Rediff.com   4 days ago

Small parties have the capacity to play both ends against the middle. Puducherry could be heading that way, points out Aditi Phadnis.

Modern Marriage: 'I Married My Best Friend. We Sleep In Separate Bedrooms'

Modern Marriage: 'I Married My Best Friend. We Sleep In Separate Bedrooms'

Rediff.com   4 days ago

In this new series on modern marriages, Payal* tells Divya Nair how she coped with the unexpected challenges that followed her impulsive marriage to her best friend.

Why Do You Faint? 5 Things To Know About A Syncope

Why Do You Faint? 5 Things To Know About A Syncope

Rediff.com   4 days ago

A syncope is the clinical name given to a brief blackout (visual greyout) or an episode of fainting or momentary collapse.

Massive Cannabis Farm Destroyed in Arunachal Pradesh Operation

Massive Cannabis Farm Destroyed in Arunachal Pradesh Operation

Rediff.com   4 days ago

Authorities in Arunachal Pradesh destroyed a large illegal cannabis cultivation spread over 20,000 square meters in the Pakke Kessang district, signalling a continued crackdown on narcotic plants.

Gujarat Police Chief Faces NHRC Notice Over Journalist's Alleged Unlawful Apprehension and Torture

Gujarat Police Chief Faces NHRC Notice Over Journalist's Alleged Unlawful Apprehension and Torture

Rediff.com   4 days ago

The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) has issued a notice to the Gujarat Director General of Police (DGP) following reports that a journalist was unlawfully apprehended and subjected to physical torture by the Rajkot Crime Branch police. The NHRC is seeking a detailed report on the investigation and the journalist's health.

Torino mourn death of eight-year-old player in motorway crash

Torino mourn death of eight-year-old player in motorway crash

Rediff.com   4 days ago

Torino mourn the death of eight-year-old academy player Ismael Pistis following a motorway crash on Easter Sunday, with tributes pouring in from the football community.

Why Uttarakhand Police Didn't Invoke UCC in Triple Talaq Case

Why Uttarakhand Police Didn't Invoke UCC in Triple Talaq Case

Rediff.com   4 days ago

A triple talaq case in Uttarakhand's Haridwar district has sparked controversy after police did not register it under the state's Uniform Civil Code (UCC). Legal experts are questioning the failure to enforce the UCC, which prohibits practices like triple talaq and halala, citing potential issues with the Crime and Criminal Tracking Network and Systems (CCTNS).

Assam Elections: Will BJP Score A Hatrick?

Assam Elections: Will BJP Score A Hatrick?

Rediff.com   4 days ago

'The BJP's tally may dip, but the NDA is likely to retain power.'

'Raghav Chadha Will Join BJP Before 2027 Punjab Elections'

'Raghav Chadha Will Join BJP Before 2027 Punjab Elections'

Rediff.com   4 days ago

'Who among Opposition party MPs has so much power that they raise some issue and the government implements it? The answer is no one except Raghav Chadha.'

Vivo V70 FE Drops April 9 With Monster 200MP Rear Shooter

Vivo V70 FE Drops April 9 With Monster 200MP Rear Shooter

Rediff.com   4 days ago

Photography is powered by a 200 MP primary sensor and an 8 MP ultra-wide lens on the rear. On the front, a 50 MP selfie camera handles selfies and video calls with crisp detail.

Sai Kamakshi Makes It Hard To Look Away!

Sai Kamakshi Makes It Hard To Look Away!

Rediff.com   4 days ago

When it comes to her off-screen style, the Dacoit actress has that rare ability to dial up the heat in almost anything.

How Many Crorepatis Are Fighting Assam Elections?

How Many Crorepatis Are Fighting Assam Elections?

Rediff.com   4 days ago

Total number of 722 candidates are in the fray for 126 seats.

Online Share Trading Scam Costs Pune Doctor 1.2 Million

Online Share Trading Scam Costs Pune Doctor 1.2 Million

Rediff.com   4 days ago

A 75-year-old doctor from Pune was defrauded of Rs 12.31 crore in an online share trading scam after being coerced into making multiple investments by fraudsters.

150 Israeli Airstrikes Across Lebanon In 2 Hours Kill 254 People

150 Israeli Airstrikes Across Lebanon In 2 Hours Kill 254 People

Rediff.com   4 days ago

A massive wave of Israeli airstrikes across Lebanon killed 254 people, overwhelming hospitals.

IPL 2026: Rashid Khan's Spin Magic in Thriller!

IPL 2026: Rashid Khan's Spin Magic in Thriller!

Rediff.com   4 days ago

In a high-scoring contest that went down to the final ball, Rashid returned figures of 3 for 17, turning the game in Titans' favour just when Delhi looked set to chase down the target.

Pakistani Man Admits Plotting ISIS-Inspired Attack on New York Jewish Centre

Pakistani Man Admits Plotting ISIS-Inspired Attack on New York Jewish Centre

Rediff.com   4 days ago

A Pakistani national has pleaded guilty to attempting to commit an ISIS-inspired attack at a Jewish centre in New York in 2024, coinciding with the anniversary of the October 7 Hamas attacks on Israel.

Champions League QF: Atletico Madrid stun 10-man Barcelona

Champions League QF: Atletico Madrid stun 10-man Barcelona

Rediff.com   4 days ago

Atletico Madrid secured a 2-0 victory over Barcelona in the first leg of their Champions League quarter-final, boosted by a red card for Barcelona's Pau Cubarsi and goals from Julian Alvarez and Alexander Sorloth.

PSG too good for Liverpool in Champions League QF first leg

PSG too good for Liverpool in Champions League QF first leg

Rediff.com   4 days ago

Paris St Germain defeated Liverpool 2-0 in the first leg of their Champions League quarter-final, with goals from Desire Doue and Khvicha Kvaratskhelia.

Trump weighs US-Iran 'joint venture' to secure Hormuz after truce

Trump weighs US-Iran 'joint venture' to secure Hormuz after truce

Rediff.com   4 days ago

US President Donald Trump said on Wednesday that Washington is considering a "joint venture" with Iran to secure the Strait of Hormuz, following his announcement of a two-week ceasefire.

Pawan Khera moves T'gana HC seeking pre-arrest bail after Delhi search

Pawan Khera moves T'gana HC seeking pre-arrest bail after Delhi search

Rediff.com   4 days ago

A day after the Assam police searched his Delhi residence, Congress leader Pawan Khera on Wednesday moved the Telangana high court seeking anticipatory bail in a case filed in Guwahati in connection with his allegations against Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma's wife.