'It was very challenging to understand how to get into this character because when you say gangster, you also have to remember that she comes from a very royal family. So it's almost like I'm a gangster, but I'm also thinking in my head that I'm a queen.'
A festive dessert, this kheer overflows with the simple goodness of millets and milk, simmered together.
Indian judoka Pincky Balhara secured a bronze medal at the Asian Games in the -78kg event, but her mother revealed she was heartbroken, having been solely focused on winning gold, a dream she has chased for years.
In this new series on busting common health concerns, Dr Dipak Patil, cardiologist at KIMS Hospital, Thane, explains why your ECG or blood report may not be enough to determine if your heart is healthy.
Sanju Samson's casual morning walk in Thiruvananthapuram turned into a memorable fan encounter after international fencer Akhila Anil recognised the helmet-clad cricketer and grabbed a selfie.
Mammootty has played the family man through all its shades, and these 10 films prove just how devastatingly good he can be when he brings the tears along with the warmth.
The Delhi High Court has expressed concern over the tendency to implicate husband's relatives in matrimonial disputes with sweeping allegations of cruelty. The court also stressed the importance of timely support from a woman's family when she reports marital violence, stating that her concerns should not be dismissed and her return home should not be seen as shameful. These observations were made while discharging a husband from cruelty and abetment to suicide charges in a 2018 case.
A nine-year-old Class 3 girl died after suffering a cardiac arrest inside her classroom at Lovely Public School in Mayur Vihar on Wednesday morning. The incident, captured on CCTV, saw the girl collapse in front of her teacher. School officials rushed her to a hospital, where she was declared brought dead, and police have initiated an investigation.
Indian athlete Parul Chaudhary expressed her satisfaction after winning two bronze medals at the Asian Games 2026 in Aichi-Nagoya, despite facing tough competition in both the 5000m and 3000m steeplechase events.
Along with austerity and humility, Ahmed Saeed Uraizee displayed a rock solid self-respect and integrity, recalls Jyoti Punwani.
After months of reshoots and uncertainty, Salman Khan's Maatrubhumi is finally heading to theatres, but its trailer raises intriguing questions about how much of the original Battle of Galwan story remains.
Bhumi Pednekkar is set to star in Jaani Dushman -- Darr Ke Aage Maut Hai, a supernatural thriller franchise set in the United Kingdom.
Festive shopping on EMIs and credit cards can leave households struggling with debt after Diwali. A clear repayment plan, prioritising expensive loans and refinancing wisely can help borrowers regain control of their finances.
'Having grown up away from the glare of the limelight and the intrusive nature of paparazzi culture, the children were deeply distressed by the sudden intrusion into their privacy at such a difficult time.' 'In their grief and anguish, some of their reactions may have been directed towards certain members of the media. I sincerely regret any hurt this may have caused.'
Visit the bank and check the locker at least twice a year.
Karwa Chauth is all about love, traditions, dressing up and, of course, making that moon sighting worth the wait. But while some women swear by a classic red sari, others would rather experiment with bold colours, statement jewellery or a contemporary twist on ethnic wear.
Goa College of Home Science has launched a certificate course on "marriage readiness" to help young people prepare for healthy and lasting relationships. This initiative follows Chief Minister Pramod Sawant's announcement about introducing pre-marriage counselling statewide to reduce divorces, amidst rising marriage and divorce-related petitions in Goa's civil courts.
The Hingorani family's decision to part with the Gandhi archive after generations was guided by a desire to make it accessible to a wider audience and to fund initiatives that would extend its legacy.
These urad-stuffed puris were made for every festival in Vidhya Pant's home when they were kids.
A court in Kochi dismissed appeals seeking to cancel the bail granted to a 17-year-old boy, son of an Additional District Sessions Court judge, who was allegedly driving a Mercedes-Benz involved in a fatal accident. The court highlighted procedural lapses by the investigation team and directed police to strictly adhere to the Juvenile Justice Act. The victim's family expressed deep disappointment with the verdict, questioning public confidence in the judiciary.
'We lost one of the greats of stage and screen today. And a tremendous friend and man. I will miss you, Patrick Stewart, all of my days.'
Hungarian tennis player Panna Udvardy highlights the severe mental toll of online abuse faced by professional tennis players, citing Britain's Jodie Burrage receiving death threats after a Chennai Open match. Udvardy, who also experienced threats including harm to her family, calls for stronger protective measures as players endure constant hostility regardless of match outcomes.
A devastating fire at a shoe manufacturing factory in Mangolpuri Industrial Area, Delhi, claimed the lives of four workers and injured two others. Police have arrested two individuals and summoned the factory owner as investigations continue into the cause and circumstances of the tragedy.
'Remove the thought that you are 'running out of time' because this haste will make you choose without clarity and you will end up making a mistake in your decision,' advises rediffGURU Shalini Singh.
Congress Parliamentary Party Chairperson Sonia Gandhi has alleged "great damage" to India's fabric, democracy, and institutions over the last 12 years, expressing optimism for a return to proper governance. In an interview, she also discussed the resilience of the Congress party against challenges and provided insights into her upcoming memoir, 'Belonging: A Journey of Love', which covers her personal life and political journey.
'Peter Hegemann was so kind that a paper published in 2010 in Nature Method which mentioned optogenetic as a tool of the year, he wrote, 'My graduate student Suneel Katariya was the one who identified gene in coding channelrhodoxin and that was the turning point of my research'.'
From his extraordinary scholarship to his musical talents and complex family history, several fascinating traditions surround the legendary king of Lanka.
'Humanising someone in a story like this, while dealing with such a sensitive subject, is a task. You can't predict how audiences will respond.'
Ritesh Batra has commenced principal photography for his new comedy-drama Long Years Ago in Mumbai, featuring a stellar cast including Saif Ali Khan, Vidya Balan, and French actor Melanie Laurent.
Doctors have advised Delhi residents to take precautions like wearing N95 masks, avoiding outdoor walks, shifting exercise indoors, and installing air purifiers at home due to high pollution levels. Vulnerable groups, including children and the elderly, are particularly cautioned. Experts explain the seasonal rise in pollution and the impact of various factors on air quality.
'Many women lose control of properties after their husband's death.'
Former India captain Suryakumar Yadav opens up about the challenges he faced after being dropped from the national team following the T20 World Cup triumph. He shares how the birth of his daughter helped him shift focus and rediscover his passion for cricket, leading to a renewed determination to play for Mumbai and eventually for India.
Senior IPS officer Prashakha Mathur has been placed on awaiting posting orders (APO) by the Rajasthan government. This action follows similar measures against her husband, IAS officer Shikhar Agrawal, who is under an Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) investigation for alleged irregularities in the purchase of 40 villas and cottages. Mathur also has some of these properties registered in her name. The ACB alleges Agrawal misused his position to benefit a private company from which the properties were bought at undervalued prices.
A helicopter crash in Uttarakhand killed six people, including five from Karnataka and the pilot. Among the deceased were a Bengaluru Police inspector, businessmen, and advocates. Karnataka authorities are coordinating with Uttarakhand to repatriate the bodies, while state leaders have expressed profound sorrow and offered assistance to the bereaved families.
16-year-old Dhinidhi Desinghu secured India's first-ever swimming medal at the Youth Olympics in Dakar, winning bronze in the women's 100m freestyle. Despite her personal disappointment at not achieving her time goal or winning gold, she acknowledges the immense pride in her historic achievement for Indian swimming, a sport with low visibility, especially for women. She also discusses the greater pressure she felt at the Youth Olympics compared to her Paris Olympics experience.
'I still remember when I gave three hits as a writer, back to back, Sanjay Gupta threw a party to celebrate me. He called the whole industry and the media. Which director throws a party for his writer?'
FC Andorra goalkeeper Jesus Owono is enduring the 'most difficult days of his life' following the death of Tenerife forward Jesus De Miguel, who died after a collision during a match.
Some outfits are beautiful. Others carry a little piece of your family history. Sharvari Wagh recently brought both together by wearing her mother's treasured pink Patola sari, giving the traditional heirloom a contemporary fashion twist.
Bollywood actor Nora Fatehi testified in a Delhi court, detailing her introduction to alleged conman Sukesh Chandrasekhar by his wife, Leena Paulose, in December 2020. She recounted meeting Leena at a Chennai event and subsequently being introduced to Sukesh via phone, where a car was offered as a gift. Fatehi also addressed her previous court summons and the court's admonition for her absence.
Kimi Antonelli, the 20-year-old Mercedes driver, has become Formula One's youngest champion, a culmination of a lifelong passion for racing shared with his father and significant investment from Mercedes in his generational talent.
