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India to resume postal services to US from Oct 15

India to resume postal services to US from Oct 15

Rediff.com14 Oct 2025

"The postal tariffs will remain unchanged, ensuring that exporters continue to benefit from affordable international delivery rates while complying with the revised US import requirements. This measure has been introduced to maintain affordability, support MSMEs, and boost India's exports through the postal channel," India Post said.

Only 8 shelters for 90,000 stray dogs: BMC on SC order

Only 8 shelters for 90,000 stray dogs: BMC on SC order

Rediff.com8 Nov 2025

Mumbai faces a shortage of dog shelters following a Supreme Court order to relocate stray canines after sterilization and vaccination. The city has over 90,000 stray dogs but only eight shelters, requiring significant expansion to comply with the court's directive.

SC restores rule mandating 3-year law practice for judicial service

SC restores rule mandating 3-year law practice for judicial service

Rediff.com21 May 2025

The verdict will have far-reaching implications for judicial service aspirants.

SIR sets off reverse migration of 'illegal Bangladeshis' at Bengal border

SIR sets off reverse migration of 'illegal Bangladeshis' at Bengal border

Rediff.com24 Nov 2025

The movement has taken the shape of an unusual reverse migration, which officials and they themselves link directly to the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls underway in West Bengal.

'Modi's Manipur Visit Will Be A Turning Point'

'Modi's Manipur Visit Will Be A Turning Point'

Rediff.com12 Sep 2025

'Around 15,000 people will be gathering.'

Why US-China Face-Off Is Advantage India

Why US-China Face-Off Is Advantage India

Rediff.com29 Oct 2025

Amid US-China trade tensions and economic vulnerabilities, India must seize the 'China +1' opportunity, deepen reforms, secure FTAs, and globalise its firms for long-term growth, suggests Ajay Shah.

Polarised: Former Indian envoys criticise Hasina's death sentence

Polarised: Former Indian envoys criticise Hasina's death sentence

Rediff.com18 Nov 2025

Former Indian envoys criticize the death sentence handed down to ousted Bangladeshi Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, expressing concerns about political polarization and stability in Bangladesh.

'Israel Doesn't Want Pakistan To Have Nuclear Weapons'

'Israel Doesn't Want Pakistan To Have Nuclear Weapons'

Rediff.com12 Nov 2025

'If the Trump administration could gain access to the nuclear weapons, they would be satisfied -- at least they could control them.'

Brother 'desires' to see Shivakumar as Karnataka CM

Brother 'desires' to see Shivakumar as Karnataka CM

Rediff.com29 Oct 2025

Former Congress MP D K Suresh expresses his desire to see his brother and deputy Chief Minister D K Shivakumar become the Chief Minister of Karnataka, amidst speculation about a possible change in leadership.

No bar on women scribes during Muttaqi visit: Deoband

No bar on women scribes during Muttaqi visit: Deoband

Rediff.com11 Oct 2025

Darul Uloom Deoband refutes claims of barring women journalists from covering Afghan Foreign Minister Amir Khan Muttaqi's visit, following controversy over their absence at a press conference in Delhi.

He should create 'Ministry of Insults': Priyanka's dig at Modi

He should create 'Ministry of Insults': Priyanka's dig at Modi

Rediff.com3 Nov 2025

Priyanka accused the prime minister of "speaking on unnecessary issues" while staying silent on corruption, unemployment and the alleged misrule under the NDA government in Bihar.

US court calls tariffs illegal, Trump doubles down

US court calls tariffs illegal, Trump doubles down

Rediff.com30 Aug 2025

As one of the federal appeal courts in the United States ruled that most of tariffs imposed by Trump administration are not accordance with the laws, US President Donald Trump on Friday (local time) affirmed that all tariffs imposed on the countries will remain in effect, calling a recent ruling by a 'highly Partisan Appeals Court' incorrect.

When Will Vijay Smell The Coffee?

When Will Vijay Smell The Coffee?

Rediff.com10 Nov 2025

TVK cadres are worried, the leadership looks weak, and the party is not fully prepared for the 2026 elections, observes N Sathiya Moorthy.

Trump not to include Haley, Pompeo in his administration

Trump not to include Haley, Pompeo in his administration

Rediff.com10 Nov 2024

President-elect Donald Trump ruled out two of his previous Cabinet members -- former Secretary of State Mike Pompeo and former envoy to the United Nations Nikki Haley -- to be part of his upcoming administration.

'Government Is The Source Of Our Data Leakages'

'Government Is The Source Of Our Data Leakages'

Rediff.com4 Dec 2025

'Instead of the government and telecom operators solving the mess of their own creation, they're telling us we need to give access to our phones perpetually.'

Bareilly violence: 8 properties linked to Dargah cleric to be razed

Bareilly violence: 8 properties linked to Dargah cleric to be razed

Rediff.com1 Oct 2025

Authorities in Bareilly have identified and are taking action against allegedly illegal properties linked to associates of Ittehad-e-Millat Council (IMC) chief cleric Tauqeer Raza Khan following violent clashes in the city.

Imposed tariffs on India for...: Trump admin tells SC

Imposed tariffs on India for...: Trump admin tells SC

Rediff.com4 Sep 2025

The Trump administration has told the US Supreme Court that it imposed tariffs against India for purchasing Russian energy products as part of its strategy to address the war in Ukraine.

India-US Trade Deal In Final Lap!

India-US Trade Deal In Final Lap!

Rediff.com25 Oct 2025

'As far as the contentious issues such as agriculture are concerned, we are finding some common ground.'

'Taliban Was Never Anti-India'

'Taliban Was Never Anti-India'

Rediff.com17 Oct 2025

'Pakistan is uncomfortable with the Indian presence in Afghanistan. They want the Taliban to ensure that there is no Indian presence in Afghanistan.'

'Uddhav Should Not Join Hands With Raj Thackeray'

'Uddhav Should Not Join Hands With Raj Thackeray'

Rediff.com5 Nov 2025

'Raj Thackeray is working at the behest of Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis.'

'Bihar Doesn't Predict Outcomes In Bengal, UP'

'Bihar Doesn't Predict Outcomes In Bengal, UP'

Rediff.com25 Nov 2025

'The question for the TMC is not whether it can hold its bastions, but whether it can expand effectively into regions where the BJP already possesses a good ecosystem.'

Mamata govt transfers over 500 bureaucrats amid electoral roll revision

Mamata govt transfers over 500 bureaucrats amid electoral roll revision

Rediff.com28 Oct 2025

The West Bengal government has transferred over 500 bureaucrats ahead of the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls. The move has drawn criticism from the opposition BJP, who allege it is an attempt to manipulate the electoral process.

When Pakistan Bombed Jail That Sonam Wangchuk Is Housed In

When Pakistan Bombed Jail That Sonam Wangchuk Is Housed In

Rediff.com3 Oct 2025

Sonam Wangchuk is under tight surveillance within the three-tiered prison, with CCTV cameras monitored around the clock.

'Peace Is Fragile, Remains Vulnerable To Provocations'

'Peace Is Fragile, Remains Vulnerable To Provocations'

Rediff.com22 Oct 2025

'You cannot 'clear' your way to peace.' 'You need intelligence, calibrated force, impartial law enforcement, political neutrality, humanitarian returns and a sustained reconciliation plan.'

Jobs, better education top Bihar students' expectations from new govt

Jobs, better education top Bihar students' expectations from new govt

Rediff.com21 Oct 2025

College students in Bihar, many first-time voters, express concerns about job opportunities and education quality ahead of the state elections, desiring a government focused on employment and strengthening the education system.

Parth firm will need to pay Rs 42 cr to scrap land deal

Parth firm will need to pay Rs 42 cr to scrap land deal

Rediff.com8 Nov 2025

After Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar announced that the sale deed executed by his son Parth's firm for a prime land in Pune has been scrapped, officials said the company will have to cough up double the stamp duty, which comes to Rs 42 crore, to get the transaction cancelled.

EPF Secrets Revealed: Where Your 12% Goes

EPF Secrets Revealed: Where Your 12% Goes

Rediff.com9 Oct 2025

Who pays what into EPF, EPS, and EDLI -- the 12% math explained.

TN govt revokes license for Coldrif cough syrup; shuts down firm

TN govt revokes license for Coldrif cough syrup; shuts down firm

Rediff.com13 Oct 2025

The Enforcement Directorate (ED) raided premises linked to Sresan Pharmaceuticals, the manufacturer of Coldrif cough syrup linked to the deaths of children in Madhya Pradesh and Rajasthan, and top officials of the Tamil Nadu FDA as part of a money laundering investigation.

CEC to check Bihar's poll readiness on October 4-5

CEC to check Bihar's poll readiness on October 4-5

Rediff.com3 Oct 2025

A team of Election Commissioners will visit Patna to review poll preparedness in Bihar ahead of the upcoming assembly elections. The team will meet with political parties, police, administrative officials, and observers to ensure a free and fair election.

Bihar: Gangster-turned-politician, who backed PK, killed

Bihar: Gangster-turned-politician, who backed PK, killed

Rediff.com31 Oct 2025

Gangster-turned-politician Dular Chand Yadav, once known for rubbing shoulders with the who's who of politics in Bihar, was allegedly shot dead near the state capital during an election campaign on Thursday, police said.

Ajit Pawar's son faces probe over Rs 300 cr Pune land deal

Ajit Pawar's son faces probe over Rs 300 cr Pune land deal

Rediff.com6 Nov 2025

Maharashtra Revenue Minister assures investigation into an alleged land deal involving a company linked to Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar's son, Parth Pawar, after receiving a formal complaint.

Bihar poll dates soon? Gyanesh Kumar-led team visits Patna

Bihar poll dates soon? Gyanesh Kumar-led team visits Patna

Rediff.com4 Oct 2025

Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar arrived in Bihar to review preparations for the upcoming assembly elections. The visit includes meetings with political parties, police, administrative officials, and state leaders to ensure smooth conduct of the polls. The visit follows the publication of the final electoral roll after a Special Intensive Revision, which has sparked controversy among political parties.

Student alleges caste bias by Pune Univ cost him UK job

Student alleges caste bias by Pune Univ cost him UK job

Rediff.com19 Oct 2025

A Pune college refutes allegations of caste bias by a former student who claimed the college withheld job verification, leading to job loss. The college clarifies it sent the document and the student did not lose his job.

Omit social media, risk visa denial: US tightens screening rules

Omit social media, risk visa denial: US tightens screening rules

Rediff.com26 Jun 2025

Outlining each visa adjudication as a "national security decision", the US has asked applicants to share their social media usernames or handles of each platform they have used in the last five years.

Single Tax-Return Rule May Return!

Single Tax-Return Rule May Return!

Rediff.com24 Mar 2025

'Bringing it back will help prevent reassessments of the income already disclosed.'

Ex-CJI Chandrachud vacates official residence after row

Ex-CJI Chandrachud vacates official residence after row

Rediff.com2 Aug 2025

A controversy had arisen over his stay at the official residence of CJI at 5, Krishna Menon Marg, New Delhi, beyond permissible time.

Can Private Bankers Transform Public Sector Banks?

Can Private Bankers Transform Public Sector Banks?

Rediff.com29 Oct 2025

Yes, the entry of private bankers, particularly with global experience will add value to PSBs, points out Tamal Bandyopadhyay.

Has Vijay Changed After Karur Stampede?

Has Vijay Changed After Karur Stampede?

Rediff.com25 Oct 2025

Vijay, despite the loud message from his delayed arrival at the road-show/stampede venue, and more so his continued inaccessibility for fans-turned-cadres after graduating from a super-star to a political party leader with electoral ambitions, refuses to change. Or, so it seems, observes N Sathiya Moorthy.

High alert in Bareilly; drones deployed, internet services suspended

High alert in Bareilly; drones deployed, internet services suspended

Rediff.com2 Oct 2025

Security has been increased across four districts in Uttar Pradesh's Bareilly division for Dussehra, with internet services suspended in Bareilly district for 48 hours to prevent the spread of rumors and maintain public order.

Another name change in Yogi's UP; Mustafabad to be renamed...

Another name change in Yogi's UP; Mustafabad to be renamed...

Rediff.com27 Oct 2025

Following the alleged molestation of two Australian women cricketers in Indore, a Madhya Pradesh minister advises players to inform local authorities when going out due to their popularity in India.