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This Mother And Child Make Such A Splash

This Mother And Child Make Such A Splash

Rediff.com   7 Nov 2025

Hippo mother Nala delighted visitors at Berlin Zoo with the arrival of her newborn calf, born in late September.

Nitish, Lalu, Tejashwi vote as Bihar votes in 1st phase

Nitish, Lalu, Tejashwi vote as Bihar votes in 1st phase

Rediff.com   6 Nov 2025

Bihar voted in the first phase of assembly elections on Thursday for 121 seats.

Snow Turns Gulmarg Into White Wonderland

Snow Turns Gulmarg Into White Wonderland

Rediff.com   6 Nov 2025

On Wednesday, November 5, 2025, fresh snowfall in Gulmarg and other upper areas of Kashmir surprised everyone.

Bihar Polls: Phase 1: Touch And Go Seats

Bihar Polls: Phase 1: Touch And Go Seats

Rediff.com   6 Nov 2025

According to data available from the Election Commission of India, 17 seats in the 2020 Assembly elections had a victory margin of less than 1.5%

Mira Nair's Son Zohran Makes History

Mira Nair's Son Zohran Makes History

Rediff.com   5 Nov 2025

Democratic candidate Zohran Mamdani celebrates his victory in the 2025 New York City mayoral race at an election night rally in Brooklyn, New York.

Will Iran Rebuild Nuclear Facilities?

Will Iran Rebuild Nuclear Facilities?

Rediff.com   3 Nov 2025

On Sunday, November 2, 2025, Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian visited the Atomic Energy Organisation of Iran headquarters in Tehran, underscoring his administration's focus on advancing the country's nuclear technology for peaceful purposes.

Want A Selfie With Ramses?

Want A Selfie With Ramses?

Rediff.com   30 Oct 2025

Glimpses from the Grand Egyptian Museum, which will open on November 1, in Giza on the southwestern outskirts of Cairo.

Trump Meets Xi: Check Out The Vibes!

Trump Meets Xi: Check Out The Vibes!

Rediff.com   30 Oct 2025

After constantly threatening China with 100% plus tariffs, US President Donald John Trump was all chummy when he met Chinese President Xi Jinping at Gimhae international airport during the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation summit in Busan, South Korea, on Thursday, October 30, 2025.

Why Is Trump Tied Up?

Why Is Trump Tied Up?

Rediff.com   29 Oct 2025

Glimpses from around the world that will make you smile and cry.

When America's 'King' Met Japan's Emperor

When America's 'King' Met Japan's Emperor

Rediff.com   27 Oct 2025

Glimpses of US President Donald Trump's arrival in Tokyo, Japan, for the second stop on his Asia tour, October 27, 2025.

'New York Is Not For Sale', Zohran Mamdani Tells Trump

'New York Is Not For Sale', Zohran Mamdani Tells Trump

Rediff.com   27 Oct 2025

On Sunday, October 26, 2025, New York mayoral hopeful Zohran Mamdani and two of his most prominent backers, United States Senator Bernie Sanders and US Congresswoman Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, framed his election as a one-on-one battle versus President Donald Trump and his administration at a raucous rally at the Forest Hills stadium in New York City's Queens borough.

Chhath Puja: Prayers To The Sun God

Chhath Puja: Prayers To The Sun God

Rediff.com   27 Oct 2025

The four-day Chhath Puja festival began on Saturday with the Nahay-Khay ritual, marking the start of prayers to the Sun God and Chhathi Maiya, celebrated with devotion, discipline across India.

Coming Soon! Pushkar Camel Fair 2025

Coming Soon! Pushkar Camel Fair 2025

Rediff.com   26 Oct 2025

The iconic Pushkar Camel Fair 2025 is set to take place from October 30 in Rajasthan. Camel herders from across the region have begun arriving in Pushkar and Ajmer with their magnificent camels, while cultural performances with foreign tourists add vibrant energy to the preparations.

Desert Thunder: Army Showcases Thar Shakti

Desert Thunder: Army Showcases Thar Shakti

Rediff.com   25 Oct 2025

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh witnessed the spectacular Thar Shakti capability demonstration at the historic Longewala battlefield, showcasing the Indian Army's integrated prowess in Jaisalmer on Friday, October 24, 2025.

It's Taken 500 Years For This To Happen!

It's Taken 500 Years For This To Happen!

Rediff.com   24 Oct 2025

500 years after Britain's then King Henry VIII broke away from the Roman Catholic church over its refusal to sanction his divorce from Catherine of Aragon, 'his successor, King Charles III, prayed with Pope Leo XIV beneath the sublime frescoes of the Sistine Chapel in an act of rapprochement between the Catholic church and the Church of England', The Guardian newspaper reported on Thursday.

Japan Gets Its First Lady Prime Minister

Japan Gets Its First Lady Prime Minister

Rediff.com   21 Oct 2025

Leader of Japan's ruling Liberal Democratic Party Sanae Takaichi reacts as she is applauded after being elected as prime minister, October 21, 2025

Ex-French President Sarkozy Begins Prison Term

Ex-French President Sarkozy Begins Prison Term

Rediff.com   21 Oct 2025

On Tuesday, October 21, 2025, former French president Nicolas Sarkozy, accompanied by his wife Carla Bruni-Sarkozy, left his home to begin a five-year prison sentence at Sante prison for criminal conspiracy over attempts to raise campaign funds from Libya. Sarkozy, who served as president from 2007 to 2012, is the first former French leader to be incarcerated in modern times.

Rahul Tries Making Sweets For Diwali

Rahul Tries Making Sweets For Diwali

Rediff.com   21 Oct 2025

On October 20, 2025, Congress leader Rahul Gandhi tried his hand at making Imarti at the Ghantewala sweet shop in New Delhi.

A Day After Daring Louvre Museum Heist

A Day After Daring Louvre Museum Heist

Rediff.com   21 Oct 2025

On Sunday, October 19, 2025, at around 9:30 am local time, thieves pulled off a daring heist at the Louvre museum in Paris, using a crane to smash an upstairs window and steal priceless French crown jewels.

Modi Celebrates Diwali On INS Vikrant

Modi Celebrates Diwali On INS Vikrant

Rediff.com   20 Oct 2025

Prime Minister Narendra Modi kept up his tradition of celebrating Diwali with the Indian armed forces.