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SC reserves verdict on euthanasia plea for man in coma since 2013

SC reserves verdict on euthanasia plea for man in coma since 2013

Rediff.com13 minutes ago

The Supreme Court has reserved its judgment on a plea seeking passive euthanasia for a man who has been in a comatose state for over 12 years after suffering a fall in 2013. The court heard arguments regarding the withdrawal of artificial life support and the ethical considerations involved.

Why Nitish Reddy deserves a longer run

Why Nitish Reddy deserves a longer run

Rediff.com49 minutes ago

India's young fast-bowling all-rounder Nitish Kumar Reddy should be persisted with and the cricket fraternity must not rush to pass judgement, former players Aakash Chopra, Robin Uthappa, and Manoj Tiwary said on Thursday.

How a former electrician shocked mighty Real Madrid!

How a former electrician shocked mighty Real Madrid!

Rediff.com1 hour ago

Albacete's journeyman striker Jefte Betancor, who scored a stunning double on Wednesday to help his second-tier side knock Real Madrid out of the Copa del Rey, once considered swapping football for a career as an electrician.

US rights body urges Sri Lanka to prosecute war crime perpetrators

US rights body urges Sri Lanka to prosecute war crime perpetrators

Rediff.com1 hour ago

Human Rights Watch urges Sri Lanka to prosecute perpetrators of war crimes and crimes against humanity committed during the civil war, citing a UN report on sexual violence against Tamil civilians.

New Manchester United Boss Carrick Faces Stern Pep Test

New Manchester United Boss Carrick Faces Stern Pep Test

Rediff.com1 hour ago

Carrick faces first test as United boss in Manchester derby showdown

Gujarat Titans' noble initiative to get kids away from gadgets!

Gujarat Titans' noble initiative to get kids away from gadgets!

Rediff.com1 hour ago

GT to take Junior Titans grassroots programme across Gujarat for third year

T20 WC snub: 'Gill will return better, stronger'

T20 WC snub: 'Gill will return better, stronger'

Rediff.com1 hour ago

Shubman Gill will return 'better, stronger' after T20 World Cup snub: Gujarat Titans COO

Mumbai civic polls: 41% cent voter turnout till 3.30 pm

Mumbai civic polls: 41% cent voter turnout till 3.30 pm

Rediff.com2 hours ago

A BMC spokesperson said the average voter turnout stood at 29.96 per cent till 1.30 pm in the metropolis, which has more than 1 crore eligible electors.

BMC Polls: Kareena-Saif Vote!

BMC Polls: Kareena-Saif Vote!

Rediff.com2 hours ago

Film folk stepped out to vote in the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) elections on January 14, and paused to show off their inked fingers as well as encourage the rest of the voting population to cast their votes too.

Bangladesh board sacks Najmul after players revolt

Bangladesh board sacks Najmul after players revolt

Rediff.com2 hours ago

BCB removes its director Najmul Islam from key post after players revolt

Russia expels British diplomat over spying allegations

Russia expels British diplomat over spying allegations

Rediff.com2 hours ago

Russia has expelled a British diplomat, Gareth Samuel Davies, accusing him of spying and working for UK secret services. The UK's Charge d'Affaires was summoned, and a formal protest was lodged. Russia warned of retaliation if the UK escalates the situation.

Indigenous equipment a 'strategic necessity': Army chief

Indigenous equipment a 'strategic necessity': Army chief

Rediff.com2 hours ago

Army Chief General Upendra Dwivedi emphasized the importance of indigenous equipment for the Indian Army, highlighting the force's modernization efforts and readiness for future warfare.

Sabalenka eyes 3rd Australian Open crown as top trio renew rivalry

Sabalenka eyes 3rd Australian Open crown as top trio renew rivalry

Rediff.com2 hours ago

Top trio eye Grand Slam glory with Sabalenka targeting third Australian Open crown

India Open at IG Stadium exposes gaps before World Championships

India Open at IG Stadium exposes gaps before World Championships

Rediff.com3 hours ago

India will host the World Championships for the first time since 2009, with the event seen as a key test of the country's ability to deliver large-scale international tournaments as it eyes the 2036 Olympics.

Vijay Hazare semis: In-form Prabhsimran to be key for Punjab

Vijay Hazare semis: In-form Prabhsimran to be key for Punjab

Rediff.com3 hours ago

Riding on momentum gained from Mumbai win, Punjab to take on Saurashtra in VHT semis

AFC rejects direct ACL 2 entry for ISL clubs this season

AFC rejects direct ACL 2 entry for ISL clubs this season

Rediff.com3 hours ago

'With the exception of any additional slot(s) allocated to a Member Association in accordance with Articles 3.4 and 3.5, Member Associations that fail to fulfil the Member Association Eligibility Criteria shall, subject to Article 4.4, be eligible to be allocated only indirect slots for the relevant AFC Club Competition.'

U-19 WC: Henil Patel picks fifer as USA dismissed cheaply

U-19 WC: Henil Patel picks fifer as USA dismissed cheaply

Rediff.com3 hours ago

India's fast-bowling all-rounder Henil Patel ripped through the USA batting order to have them reeling at 39 for 4 in 15 overs.

Richa-Ali Party With Shabana Azmi, Rekha

Richa-Ali Party With Shabana Azmi, Rekha

Rediff.com3 hours ago

Film folk enjoyed a soulful evening at Kaifi Azmi's 107th birth anniversary.

SC raps Mamata govt over ED I-PAC raid drama, stays FIR

SC raps Mamata govt over ED I-PAC raid drama, stays FIR

Rediff.com4 hours ago

The Supreme Court has expressed serious concern over the Enforcement Directorate's allegations of obstruction by the West Bengal government and Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee during raids related to a coal-pilferage scam. The court intends to examine the matter and has also taken note of the commotion at the Calcutta High Court during hearings related to the case.

India-origin Bajwa to lead Canada in T20 World Cup

India-origin Bajwa to lead Canada in T20 World Cup

Rediff.com4 hours ago

Canada, making their second appearance at the tournament, are in Group D alongside South Africa, New Zealand, Afghanistan, and the United Arab Emirates.

Don't Sit Pretty! 6 Truths About Sitting Longer

Don't Sit Pretty! 6 Truths About Sitting Longer

Rediff.com4 hours ago

Following too sedentary a routine is closely linked to weight gain, disrupted blood sugar levels, heart-related conditions, dangerous blood clots and a cluster of metabolic disorders that quietly damage long-term health, continues Harvard Medical School.

Indian Army Showcases Military Might at Army Day Parade in Jaipur

Indian Army Showcases Military Might at Army Day Parade in Jaipur

Rediff.com4 hours ago

The Indian Army held its Army Day Parade outside a cantonment area for the first time in Jaipur, showcasing military might and capabilities.

Taskaree: The Smuggler's Web Review: A Neeraj Pandey thriller

Taskaree: The Smuggler's Web Review: A Neeraj Pandey thriller

Rediff.com4 hours ago

It is difficult to make conveyor belt and baggage-scanning scenes thrilling -- which is how most people trying to sneak out through the Green Channel are caught -- but Neeraj Pandey and co-director Raghav M Jairath and co-writer Vipul K Rawal make sure there is enough going on to make the series watchable, raves Deepa Gahlot.

After Yes stake buy, Japan's SMBC gets RBI nod for wholly owned subsidiary

After Yes stake buy, Japan's SMBC gets RBI nod for wholly owned subsidiary

Rediff.com4 hours ago

Months after picking up 24.21 per cent stake in private sector lender Yes Bank, Japan's Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation (SMBC) has received the Reserve Bank of India's (RBI's) in-principle approval for setting up a wholly owned subsidiary (WOS) in India.

Federer hails Sincaraz rivalry as new era of men's tennis

Federer hails Sincaraz rivalry as new era of men's tennis

Rediff.com4 hours ago

'I've practised with both of them a little bit and they're incredible ball strikers. There's more to come, I hope they stay injury-free.'

Kharge slams Modi over Manikarnika Ghat redevelopment

Kharge slams Modi over Manikarnika Ghat redevelopment

Rediff.com4 hours ago

Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge has criticized Prime Minister Narendra Modi over the redevelopment of the Manikarnika Ghat in Varanasi, alleging the destruction of historical heritage for personal branding. The project has faced protests over damage to religious artifacts and the demolition of old structures.

BMC Poll: What Gen Z Voters Hope For

BMC Poll: What Gen Z Voters Hope For

Rediff.com4 hours ago

While many young voters skip the municipal elections believing the outcome is already decided, 27-year-olds, Rahul Java and Aksh Shah, have been voting since they turned 18.

Aamir Khan Casts His Vote

Aamir Khan Casts His Vote

Rediff.com4 hours ago

Film stars arrived at polling booths in Mumbai to cast their votes in the ongoing Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) elections. The elections are seen as crucial for major cities such as Mumbai, Pune, Nagpur, Thane, Navi Mumbai, Nashik, and Pimpri-Chinchwad.

The Puzzling Failure of PSLV-C62

The Puzzling Failure of PSLV-C62

Rediff.com4 hours ago

'A solid motor, once ignited, burns until the propellant is exhausted. It cannot simply stop mid-burn,' said a retired senior ISRO official. 'That is what makes this failure puzzling.' Venkatachari Jagannathan reports on the latest PSLV failure.

Mitchell's unseen grind pays off in Indian conditions

Mitchell's unseen grind pays off in Indian conditions

Rediff.com5 hours ago

'That's the stuff that a lot of people don't see...the work that you put in, away from the shiny lights and the TV, but it's always nice I guess when you get the rewards from that.'

Bajaj Chetak Takes the Slow Road To Global Reach

Bajaj Chetak Takes the Slow Road To Global Reach

Rediff.com5 hours ago

Bajaj Auto is planning a slow, calibrated push to take the Chetak, its electric scooter, to more than 100 countries on the strength of its distributor network and market-specific localisation rather than an aggressive global rollout, reports Sohini Das.

Videos show 'indelible' ink getting wiped off, BMC reacts

Videos show 'indelible' ink getting wiped off, BMC reacts

Rediff.com5 hours ago

The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) has refuted reports that indelible ink marks on voters' fingers were being wiped off during the ongoing civic polls. The BMC clarified that the Municipal Commissioner had not made any such statement.

BMC polls: Mumbai voters voice views on what they want: Clean city

BMC polls: Mumbai voters voice views on what they want: Clean city

Rediff.com5 hours ago

As Mumbaikars voted in the BrihanMumbai Municipal Corporation elections on January 15, voters in tony Breach Candy in South Mumbai, many of them in their 50s, 60s and 70s, turned up with decades of voting behind them and very clear expectations from the new Mumbai corporators.

Why NEET-PG Cut-off Percentiles Have Been Revised

Why NEET-PG Cut-off Percentiles Have Been Revised

Rediff.com5 hours ago

"The revision aims to ensure optimal utilisation of available seats, which is vital for expanding India's pool of trained medical specialists," says a source.

Deported Assamese Women Files Plea In SC

Deported Assamese Women Files Plea In SC

Rediff.com5 hours ago

Despite her special leave petition being pending before the Supreme Court, she was deported to Bangladesh from the Matila transit camp on December 19.

Mercedes-Benz Hits Speed Bump In 2025, Vows To Stay Course

Mercedes-Benz Hits Speed Bump In 2025, Vows To Stay Course

Rediff.com5 hours ago

Despite a 2.8 per cent fall in 2025 volumes, Mercedes-Benz India reported its best-ever revenue and profitability, led by top-end models, AMG growth and higher BEV mix.

Two athletes found hanging in SAI hostel in Kollam

Two athletes found hanging in SAI hostel in Kollam

Rediff.com6 hours ago

The reason for the deaths is yet to be ascertained and no suicide note has been recovered from the room, police officials said.

Why NEET-PG Cut-off Percentiles Have Been Revised

Why NEET-PG Cut-off Percentiles Have Been Revised

Rediff.com6 hours ago

"The revision aims to ensure optimal utilisation of available seats, which is vital for expanding India's pool of trained medical specialists," says a source.

Maharashtra overtakes Tamil Nadu in NITI's 2024 export preparedness index

Maharashtra overtakes Tamil Nadu in NITI's 2024 export preparedness index

Rediff.com6 hours ago

Maharashtra has pipped Tamil Nadu in NITI Aayog's latest Export Preparedness Index (EPI) for 2024. While Gujarat, Uttar Pradesh and Andhra Pradesh gained ground, Karnataka and Haryana slipped out of the top five, the central government think tank said in its report released on Wednesday.

No World Cup distraction for Team India

No World Cup distraction for Team India

Rediff.com6 hours ago

'We are fully focused on this series. Every series is important. Individually for these players, there's a lot at stake.'