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Black Cats Take Over Mahakal Temple

Black Cats Take Over Mahakal Temple

Rediff.com   8 hours ago

Glimpses of NSG commandos conducting a mock drill at the Mahakaleshwar temple in Ujjain on Thursday, October 22, 2026.

Smog Blankets The Capital

Smog Blankets The Capital

Rediff.com   1 days ago

Delhi's air quality deteriorated to the 'Poor' category on October 22, 2026, with the Air Quality Index (AQI) recorded at 237-238 by the Central Pollution Control Board. A smog layer covered landmarks including India Gate, Kartavya Path, Akshardham Temple and Anand Vihar, while joggers carried on their morning routine and vehicles moved through the haze. Old Delhi's Jama Masjid also appeared hazy a day earlier.

Sonia Gandhi Unveils Her Book, Belonging

Sonia Gandhi Unveils Her Book, Belonging

Rediff.com   1 days ago

Glimpses of Sonia Gandhi as she offers a first look at her upcoming book, Belonging: A Journey of Love.

TN temple from Pallava era to get gopuram after centuries

TN temple from Pallava era to get gopuram after centuries

Rediff.com   1 days ago

The 1,300-year-old Pundarikakshan Perumal Temple in Thiruvellarai, near Tiruchirappalli, Tamil Nadu, is set to receive a 125-foot Rajagopuram, constructed using traditional techniques and natural materials like lime mortar and specially prepared bricks.

Spectacular IAF Helicopter Rehearsal In Varanasi

Spectacular IAF Helicopter Rehearsal In Varanasi

Rediff.com   1 days ago

Glimpses of Indian Air Force helicopters rehearsing for this weekend's air show in Varanasi.

Life Comes To A Standstill In Manipur

Life Comes To A Standstill In Manipur

Rediff.com   1 days ago

On Tuesday and Wednesday, normal life was affected with closures of markets, educational institutions and business establishments in five valley districts of Manipur due to a statewide 48-hour strike called by a civil society group to protest against the killing of three Meiteis by suspected militants.

Popular finfluencer kills self, father blames YouTuber

Popular finfluencer kills self, father blames YouTuber

Rediff.com   2 days ago

A 27-year-old financial content creator, V Harish, known as 'Finance With Harish,' died by suicide in Chennai, prompting police to investigate allegations of cyberbullying related to his investment advisory credentials.

A legend exits CNN: Christiane Amanpour to leave after 43 years

A legend exits CNN: Christiane Amanpour to leave after 43 years

Rediff.com   3 days ago

Veteran journalist Christiane Amanpour has announced her decision to leave CNN in June 2027 after 43 years with the network.

Mohan Bhagwat Gets Ready For RSS' Vijayadashami Event

Mohan Bhagwat Gets Ready For RSS' Vijayadashami Event

Rediff.com   4 days ago

Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) chief Mohan Bhagwat graced the Vijayadashami festival celebrations in Nagpur, performing 'shastra pujan' and taking a pledge alongside Bal and Shishu Swayamsevaks.

Hail The Tiranga! Hail The Preamble!

Hail The Tiranga! Hail The Preamble!

Rediff.com   6 days ago

On October 16, 2026, Cockroach Janta Party supporters carried out Tiranga rallies across Bengaluru, New Delhi and Mumbai to show solidarity with detained CJP leaders Saurav Das and Ashutosh Ranka. Protesters held the Preamble of the Constitution, banners, and large Tricolours while security personnel detained several participants in Connaught Place.

Amritsar's Langur Mela Draws Hanuman Devotees

Amritsar's Langur Mela Draws Hanuman Devotees

Rediff.com   6 days ago

Glimpses of the annual Langur Mela at Bada Hanuman Mandir in Amritsar, where children dressed as Lord Hanuman and his langur sena offer prayers.

Gulmarg Turns Into A Winter Paradise

Gulmarg Turns Into A Winter Paradise

Rediff.com   7 days ago

Fresh snowfall has transformed Gulmarg into a picturesque winter wonderland.

It's a bird, it's a plane, no, it's Tesla's Roadster!

It's a bird, it's a plane, no, it's Tesla's Roadster!

Rediff.com   7 days ago

Elon Musk's Tesla has unveiled a new Roadster capable of 'kickflipping' in mid-air using aerospace-inspired technology, showcasing a vision of flying cars and extraordinary acceleration.

First Snowfall In Kashmir!

First Snowfall In Kashmir!

Rediff.com   15 Oct 2026

On the morning of October 15, areas in the higher reaches of Kashmir received fresh snowfall after an active western disturbance, while the plains were inundated by overnight rains.

Peshawar On Edge After Emergency

Peshawar On Edge After Emergency

Rediff.com   14 Oct 2026

Glimpses of heightened security in Pakistan's Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province after the imposition of a state of emergency and suspension of the provincial government led by jailed former prime minister Imran Khan's party.

600 Detained During Gyanesh Kumar Mumbai Protest

600 Detained During Gyanesh Kumar Mumbai Protest

Rediff.com   10 Oct 2026

Mumbai police detained 400 individuals, including Tushar Gandhi, for protesting without permission.

Despite The 3,000+ Arrests, GenZ Protests To Continue

Despite The 3,000+ Arrests, GenZ Protests To Continue

Rediff.com   10 Oct 2026

The Cockroach Janta Party has pledged to continue its protests, demanding Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar's resignation and the rollback of the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls.

Pink Force Cops Tackle Lady Protesters

Pink Force Cops Tackle Lady Protesters

Rediff.com   10 Oct 2026

Delhi police deployed over 35,000 personnel for the Cockroach Janta Party protest.

Is That MamataDi In Detention?

Is That MamataDi In Detention?

Rediff.com   10 Oct 2026

Trinamool Congress leader Mamata Banerjee in a police van after being detained by the Delhi police during a peaceful protest against Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar, October 10, 2026

Mamata Banerjee, Kejriwal, Neha Bora detained during CJP protest

Mamata Banerjee, Kejriwal, Neha Bora detained during CJP protest

Rediff.com   10 Oct 2026

Trinamool Congress chief Mamata Banerjee, AAP national convenor Arvind Kejriwal, and several other opposition leaders were detained by Delhi Police during protests against Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar and the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls.