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And The USA Is 250!!

And The USA Is 250!!

Rediff.com   4 Jul 2026

The Great American State Fair on the National Mall in Washington, DC drew crowds with rodeo performances, military flyovers and robotic dog demonstrations ahead of the 250th anniversary of US independence.

And The Amarnath Yatra Begins!

And The Amarnath Yatra Begins!

Rediff.com   3 Jul 2026

Glimpses from day one of the Amarnath Yatra as pilgrims navigate rain-soaked mountain trails towards the Baltal route.

Iran Bids Final Farewell to Khamenei

Iran Bids Final Farewell to Khamenei

Rediff.com   3 Jul 2026

Thousands of mourners and international delegates gathered as Iran paid its final respects to its late supreme leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, who was killed in an Israeli strike on February 28, in Tehran.

9 Doctors Who Became Leaders

9 Doctors Who Became Leaders

Rediff.com   3 Jul 2026

On Doctors' Day this week let's turn the spotlight onto doctors who decided to become leaders.

8 Asteroids That Gave Earth A Near Miss

8 Asteroids That Gave Earth A Near Miss

Rediff.com   2 Jul 2026

You may not know that nearly every year a handful of asteroids skim past Earth at distances that are startlingly close in astronomical terms.

Pilgrims Throng Jammu For Amarnath Yatra

Pilgrims Throng Jammu For Amarnath Yatra

Rediff.com   2 Jul 2026

Registration begins ahead of the Amarnath Yatra starting on July 3.

A General Says Goodbye

A General Says Goodbye

Rediff.com   30 Jun 2026

The outgoing Army Chief was accorded ceremonial honours and paid tribute at the National War Memorial.

President Murmu Confers 2nd Round of Padma Awards

President Murmu Confers 2nd Round of Padma Awards

Rediff.com   24 Jun 2026

President Droupadi Murmu presented the honours to eminent personalities and posthumous awardees for their exceptional contributions.

Mohan Yadav's Family Land Deals Raise Conflict Of Interest Questions

Mohan Yadav's Family Land Deals Raise Conflict Of Interest Questions

Rediff.com   23 Jun 2026

Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav's family is under scrutiny after an Indian Express newspaper report revealed their extensive land purchases in Ujjain, particularly in areas benefiting from state infrastructure projects, raising questions of propriety and conflict of interest.

Supriya Sule's daughter gets married; Bhagwat, Rahul attend

Supriya Sule's daughter gets married; Bhagwat, Rahul attend

Rediff.com   22 Jun 2026

Here are who's who attending the wedding.

US-Iran Talks: What's Munir Telling Shehbaz Sharif?

US-Iran Talks: What's Munir Telling Shehbaz Sharif?

Rediff.com   22 Jun 2026

On June 21, the United States and Iran started high-level talks at the Burgenstock luxury hotel in Switzerland, with mediation by Qatar and Pakistan, in an effort to build on a fragile ceasefire and launch a 60-day roadmap toward a broader agreement.

From Snow Passes To Shikara Rides

From Snow Passes To Shikara Rides

Rediff.com   22 Jun 2026

Himachal Pradesh's snow-covered mountain passes and Kashmir's iconic lakes attract tourists yearning to escape the hot summer.

Father's Day: Fathers Of 18 Famous Indians

Father's Day: Fathers Of 18 Famous Indians

Rediff.com   21 Jun 2026

Who are the special fathers of these famous Indians? The paternal figures responsible for putting them on the right path and helping them find greatness.

Security Tightens Ahead Of Amarnath Yatra

Security Tightens Ahead Of Amarnath Yatra

Rediff.com   20 Jun 2026

Glimpses from heightened security preparations ahead of the annual Amarnath Yatra in Jammu and Kashmir, June 19, 2026.

Why Did Sergio Gor Meet Amitbhai?

Why Did Sergio Gor Meet Amitbhai?

Rediff.com   19 Jun 2026

US Ambassador to India Sergio Gor on Thursday met with Union Home Minister Amit Shah to discuss enhancing cooperation on combating terrorism and bringing criminals to justice in both countries.

Summer Heat Shows No Signs Of Relief

Summer Heat Shows No Signs Of Relief

Rediff.com   18 Jun 2026

The persistent heat has also put pressure on daily life, affecting outdoor work, travel, and electricity consumption in many parts of the country.

India Owes Iran $7 Billion!

India Owes Iran $7 Billion!

Rediff.com   17 Jun 2026

Formerly Iran's second-largest oil customer, Indian financial institutions were forced to withhold crude oil payments following the 2018 US sanctions.

'Samajwadi Party Isn't Breaking Up Like TMC Or Shiv Sena (UBT)'

'Samajwadi Party Isn't Breaking Up Like TMC Or Shiv Sena (UBT)'

Rediff.com   17 Jun 2026

Political tensions are escalating in Uttar Pradesh as Samajwadi Party leaders strongly refute Suheldev Bharatiya Samaj Party chief Om Prakash Rajbhar's assertions of an impending split within the SP.

Rajouri Terror Hunt Enters Day 23

Rajouri Terror Hunt Enters Day 23

Rediff.com   16 Jun 2026

Security forces have been searching Rajouri's dense forests for ten days following intelligence about suspected terrorists hiding in the area.

What's Mukeshbhai Doing At Kedarnath?

What's Mukeshbhai Doing At Kedarnath?

Rediff.com   16 Jun 2026

During his visit to Kedarnath Dham in Rudraprayag, Uttarakhand, Reliance Industries Chairman and Managing Director Mukesh Ambani donated Rs 10 crore (Rs 100 million) to the temple committee to support the development of pilgrim facilities and infrastructure.