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Trump rules out nuclear attack on Iran, but ground invasion possible

Trump rules out nuclear attack on Iran, but ground invasion possible

Rediff.com   13 hours ago

Donald Trump has ruled out using nuclear weapons or ground troops against Iran, despite the US military developing strike options including the "mother of all bombs" (MOAB) for Iranian energy and nuclear facilities. Trump clarified the MOAB is not nuclear and expressed confidence in non-nuclear options. He also discussed nuclear disarmament talks with Russia and China and his determination to prevent Iran from acquiring nuclear weapons, even as questions arise about MOAB's effectiveness against deeply buried targets.

Street Fighter Review: All Fists, No Fun

Street Fighter Review: All Fists, No Fun

Rediff.com   13 hours ago

What starts off as a promise of an entertaining fantasy adventure turns into a parade of incredibly generic and full of clichs action slop, complains Mayur Sanap.

Can Anurag Gupta Turn Fashion Into Real Change?

Can Anurag Gupta Turn Fashion Into Real Change?

Rediff.com   13 hours ago

For generations, women in Bishkhor, Uttar Pradesh, have lived with stigma and limited choices. Designer Anurag Gupta hopes to help change that narrative, one livelihood at a time.

Illinois teen planned to 'kill as many Indians as possible'

Illinois teen planned to 'kill as many Indians as possible'

Rediff.com   13 hours ago

A 19-year-old alleged white supremacist, Alexandros Paporakis, was arrested in Aurora, Illinois, for plotting a mass shooting at a Hindu temple. Authorities found a manifesto detailing plans to kill Indians and other minorities, along with firearms and ammunition. Paporakis faces charges of making a terrorist threat and unlawful possession of weapons.

Matthew Wade Warns Australia of Kagiso Rabada Threat in Second Test

Matthew Wade Warns Australia of Kagiso Rabada Threat in Second Test

Rediff.com   13 hours ago

Australia's assistant coach Matthew Wade has warned his team to expect a more dangerous and aggressive South African attack with pace spearhead Kagiso Rabada poised to return for the second Test in Gqeberha, following his absence from the first match due to a hamstring injury.

Abhinav Bindra: Questioning Is Key To Sporting Excellence

Abhinav Bindra: Questioning Is Key To Sporting Excellence

Rediff.com   13 hours ago

Abhinav Bindra, India's first individual Olympic gold-medallist, emphasised the importance of athletes questioning their coaches, methods, and systems for growth and sporting excellence, stating that free speech and curiosity are vital, even if perceived as indiscipline.

Drought: Is Maharashtra Growing The Wrong Crops?

Drought: Is Maharashtra Growing The Wrong Crops?

Rediff.com   13 hours ago

'Nearly two-thirds of Maharashtra has been drought-prone on and off, and climate change is making it worse.'

Stock Markets Today: Sensex, Nifty Pare Early Losses; IT, Metal Stocks Rally

Stock Markets Today: Sensex, Nifty Pare Early Losses; IT, Metal Stocks Rally

Rediff.com   13 hours ago

Indian benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty traded lower in early sessions due to profit-taking and significant foreign institutional investor (FII) outflows, despite strong performance from IT stocks like Tech Mahindra. Track Sensex, Nifty on October 16.

'It Crossed All Limits': Yuzi Chahal Opens Up on Alcohol Addiction

'It Crossed All Limits': Yuzi Chahal Opens Up on Alcohol Addiction

Rediff.com   14 hours ago

Yuzvendra Chahal opens up about alcohol addiction, his 26-day stay in rehab, divorce and anxiety, revealing how he decided to reclaim his life and cricket.

Struggling To Speak English At Work?

Struggling To Speak English At Work?

Rediff.com   14 hours ago

'You don't have to speak perfect English to communicate confidently,' says rediffGURU Archana Deshpande, a life coach and founder of TransformMe Life Skils Coaching.

Vivo S2 FE Launched At Rs 38,999 With 120 Hz Display And IP69 Rating

Vivo S2 FE Launched At Rs 38,999 With 120 Hz Display And IP69 Rating

Rediff.com   14 hours ago

Vivo has introduced the S2 FE with a feature-packed specification sheet, including a 6.83-inch AMOLED display and a massive 10,000 mAh battery.

'Anti-Hindu rhetoric is at an alarming level in America'

'Anti-Hindu rhetoric is at an alarming level in America'

Rediff.com   14 hours ago

Top US lawmakers, leaders, and civil society members have strongly condemned an alleged plot to attack a Hindu temple in Illinois. Alexandros Paporakis, 19, was arrested for attempting a mass shooting at the Aurora temple, which failed when his rifle jammed. Indian-American Congressmen and other officials have called for efforts to combat rising anti-Indian and anti-Hindu prejudice in America, highlighting the need to protect minority houses of worship.

Teenage Sensation Cisse's Hat-Trick Leads AC Milan to Dominant Europa League Win

Teenage Sensation Cisse's Hat-Trick Leads AC Milan to Dominant Europa League Win

Rediff.com   14 hours ago

Teenager Alphadjo Cisse became the youngest Italian to score a hat-trick in European club competition, leading AC Milan to a resounding 4-0 victory over RB Salzburg in the Europa League, marking Milan's first continental treble in 24 years.

Uttar Pradesh Couple Held For Allegedly Killing Wife's Lover

Uttar Pradesh Couple Held For Allegedly Killing Wife's Lover

Rediff.com   14 hours ago

Police in Bahraich, Uttar Pradesh, have arrested a married couple for allegedly murdering the wife's lover, stuffing his body in a plastic sack, and dumping it in a canal. The victim, Akash Gupta, was lured to their home, and the woman's father and brother are also implicated and currently absconding.

Lisandro Martinez apologises for Man Utd criticism after talks

Lisandro Martinez apologises for Man Utd criticism after talks

Rediff.com   15 hours ago

Manchester United defender Lisandro Martinez has publicly apologised for criticising the club's hierarchy following their Champions League defeat to Atletico Madrid, after holding discussions with manager Michael Carrick and senior officials.

How India Can Counter Trump's Tariff Threat

How India Can Counter Trump's Tariff Threat

Rediff.com   15 hours ago

Navigating this geopolitical minefield requires a cold-blooded blend of immediate tactical pleading, structural domestic diversification, and aggressive collective resistance, suggests Ambassador Rajasekhar.

Navratri Day 6: Krithi, Katrina's Gorgeous Green Looks

Navratri Day 6: Krithi, Katrina's Gorgeous Green Looks

Rediff.com   15 hours ago

Navratri is a celebration of colour, devotion and dressing up, and Day 6 is all about green. Associated with nature, growth, renewal and prosperity, green brings a refreshing energy to the festive season.

Non-Hindus told to leave garba event, Aditya Gadhvi says 'not my call'

Non-Hindus told to leave garba event, Aditya Gadhvi says 'not my call'

Rediff.com   15 hours ago

Gujarati folk singer Aditya Gadhvi has publicly distanced himself from an incident where non-Hindus and Muslims were asked to leave a high-end garba event in Ahmedabad during Navratri. The announcement was made from the stage by anchor-RJ Akash Trivedi, reportedly at the behest of Vishva Hindu Parishad (VHP) volunteers. Gadhvi stated that the action was not his doing or message, emphasising that his stage is for music and devotion, and garba welcomes everyone with love and respect for Maa Durga.

One Arrested After Man Beaten To Death In Thane District

One Arrested After Man Beaten To Death In Thane District

Rediff.com   15 hours ago

A 39-year-old man was allegedly beaten to death by two individuals in Thane district, Maharashtra. Police have arrested one suspect and are searching for the other, while investigating the motive behind the killing.

'Will Modi shut 100 places?' CJP founder Dipke hits out over park closure

'Will Modi shut 100 places?' CJP founder Dipke hits out over park closure

Rediff.com   22 hours ago

The Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) founder Abhijeet Dipke called for a 'Lehra do Tiranga' march in Central Park, Connaught Place, on Friday, despite the NDMC announcing the park's closure and Delhi Police citing prohibitory orders against mass gatherings. The march is part of an ongoing protest against Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar over alleged irregularities in electoral rolls. Police have urged people to stay away, while Dipke questioned the authorities' stance on waving the national flag and alleged surveillance. The agitation follows the arrest of CJP leaders and the denotification of Jantar Mantar as a protest site.