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'Worried' US pushed Pak to convince Iran for ceasefire: Report

'Worried' US pushed Pak to convince Iran for ceasefire: Report

Rediff.com9 Apr 2026

A Financial Times report reveals Pakistan's crucial role in brokering a temporary ceasefire between the US and Iran, driven by White House concerns over rising oil prices and Iran's resilience.

World's Best Airport Washrooms

World's Best Airport Washrooms

Rediff.com23 Apr 2026

According to the annual World Airport Awards by Skytrax, Hong Kong International Airport has been named the 2026 winner for the finest airport restrooms.

Investors slow to lap up FMCG majors' stocks wanes

Investors slow to lap up FMCG majors' stocks wanes

Rediff.com28 Apr 2026

Companies in the fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) sector are losing favour with equity investors, with their price-to-earnings (P/E) ratio declining to its lowest level in six years, now trading at 38.8 times trailing earnings.

'Losing side can't dictate terms': Iran calls Trump's ceasefire a 'ploy'

'Losing side can't dictate terms': Iran calls Trump's ceasefire a 'ploy'

Rediff.com22 Apr 2026

Despite a ceasefire extension, Iran has rejected the United States' conditions for negotiations, creating uncertainty in ongoing diplomatic efforts.

Manchester City beat Southampton with late goal, make 4th FA Cup final on the trot

Manchester City beat Southampton with late goal, make 4th FA Cup final on the trot

Rediff.com26 Apr 2026

Manchester City came from behind to beat Championship side Southampton 2-1 with a late goal from Nico Gonzalez at Wembley on Saturday to book a place in an unprecedented fourth consecutive FA Cup final and keep alive their hopes of a domestic treble.

Indian Wrestlers Shine at Asian Championships with Multiple Medals

Indian Wrestlers Shine at Asian Championships with Multiple Medals

Rediff.com10 Apr 2026

Indian wrestlers showcased their talent at the Senior Asian Wrestling Championships, securing multiple medals across various weight categories in both men's and women's freestyle events.

How Indian Medic Profited From Fake AI Influencer Emily Hart

How Indian Medic Profited From Fake AI Influencer Emily Hart

Rediff.com22 Apr 2026

Indian youth creates fictional AI influencer, Emily Hart, who amasses millions of followers and earns him substantial income, exposing the deceptive potential of AI in the digital age.

Langer Explains Pooran's Super Over Role Against Narine

Langer Explains Pooran's Super Over Role Against Narine

Rediff.com27 Apr 2026

Lucknow Super Giants coach Justin Langer defended the decision to send Nicholas Pooran to face Sunil Narine in the Super Over, citing Pooran's experience against Narine despite his recent form. Langer also praised Mohsin Khan's performance and potential for the Indian team.

Bharathanatyam 2 Mohiniyattam Review: Very Funny Sequel

Bharathanatyam 2 Mohiniyattam Review: Very Funny Sequel

Rediff.com20 Apr 2026

Bharathanatyam 2: Mohiniyattam emerges as a surprisingly superior sequel, boldly transitioning from a slice-of-life narrative to a dark comedy crime-thriller, observes Sreeju Sudhakaran.

Did Ranveer Singh Snub Shah Rukh Khan At Anant Ambani Bash?

Did Ranveer Singh Snub Shah Rukh Khan At Anant Ambani Bash?

Rediff.com11 Apr 2026

Bollywood is abuzz with reports of Ranveer Singh allegedly ignoring Shah Rukh Khan at Anant Ambani's star-studded birthday bash.

Nervy Arsenal go back to top of Premier League as Eze seals vital win over Newcastle

Nervy Arsenal go back to top of Premier League as Eze seals vital win over Newcastle

Rediff.com26 Apr 2026

Nervy Arsenal go back to top of Premier League as Eze seals viNervy Arsenal go back to top of Premier League as Eze seals vital win over Newcastletal win over Newcastle

Elvis to Michael: 10 Musical Biopics With The Biggest Openings

Elvis to Michael: 10 Musical Biopics With The Biggest Openings

Rediff.com28 Apr 2026

The Michael Jackson biopic, Michael, has made an explosive debut at the worldwide box office, setting new records for the highest opening weekend for a music biopic.

The Devil Wears Prada 2 Review: The Devil Is Older And Wiser

The Devil Wears Prada 2 Review: The Devil Is Older And Wiser

Rediff.com1 May 2026

What The Devil Wears Prada 2 does really well is the chemistry between its characters, steered by a very likable cast, observes Mayur Sanap.

EPL: Manchester City steal top spot, Burnley relegated

EPL: Manchester City steal top spot, Burnley relegated

Rediff.com23 Apr 2026

Manchester City climbed to the top of the Premier League after defeating Burnley 1-0, while Burnley's defeat confirmed their relegation.

WADA Targets Criminal Kingpins in Anti-Doping Strategy

WADA Targets Criminal Kingpins in Anti-Doping Strategy

Rediff.com16 Apr 2026

The World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) is shifting its focus from individual athletes to the criminal networks that supply performance-enhancing drugs (PEDs), recognising that athletes are often victims of sophisticated doping operations.

Lessons that opposition party needs to learn after Bengal elections

Lessons that opposition party needs to learn after Bengal elections

Rediff.com5 May 2026

What lessons opposition parties need to learn post defeat of Mamata Banerjee in West Bengal elections? The election saw spectacular victor of BJP which rose from 3 seats in 2016 to 206 seats in 2026 assembly elections.

India's batters surprised by extra bounce, admits Abhishek

India's batters surprised by extra bounce, admits Abhishek

Rediff.com31 Oct 2025

Abhishek Sharma admitted that India's batting unit was caught slightly off guard by the extra bounce and disciplined bowling in Australian conditions in the second T20I in Melbourne.

Premier League 2015-16 champions Leicester City relegated to third division

Premier League 2015-16 champions Leicester City relegated to third division

Rediff.com22 Apr 2026

Leicester City were relegated to the third tier of English soccer on Tuesday, a decade on from their astonishing run to the Premier League title, while Coventry City made sure they will go up to the top flight as champions.

Premier League 2015-16 champions Leicester City relegated to third division

Premier League 2015-16 champions Leicester City relegated to third division

Rediff.com22 Apr 2026

Leicester City were relegated to the third tier of English soccer on Tuesday, a decade on from their astonishing run to the Premier League title, while Coventry City made sure they will go up to the top flight as champions.

Quantico To Citadel: Ranking Priyanka Chopra's Global Projects

Quantico To Citadel: Ranking Priyanka Chopra's Global Projects

Rediff.com4 May 2026

As Priyanka Chopra Jonas returns as the debonair spy Nadia in Citadel Season 2, we take look at how her Hollywood projects stack up against each other from underwhelming to standout.

IPL 2026: Lungi Ngidi reveals how he mastered the dipping slower ball

IPL 2026: Lungi Ngidi reveals how he mastered the dipping slower ball

Rediff.com16 Apr 2026

Lungi Ngidi discusses the development and effectiveness of his dipping slower ball in the IPL, highlighting its importance in T20 cricket and the mental fortitude required to execute it under pressure.

Karnataka Intensifies Efforts to Stop Ganja and Mobile Phones in Prisons

Karnataka Intensifies Efforts to Stop Ganja and Mobile Phones in Prisons

Rediff.com14 Apr 2026

Karnataka's Home Minister announces stringent measures to curb the supply of contraband, including ganja and mobile phones, in prisons across the state, including the implementation of AI-powered surveillance systems.

Hyderabad Pub Raid: IAS Officer's Son Detained in Drug Bust

Hyderabad Pub Raid: IAS Officer's Son Detained in Drug Bust

Rediff.com3 Apr 2026

Seven individuals, including the son of an Andhra Pradesh IAS officer, were arrested in Hyderabad for allegedly consuming narcotic drugs during a pub raid conducted by the Telangana's EAGLE Force.

Hyderabad Pub Raid: IAS Officer's Son Detained in Drug Bust

Hyderabad Pub Raid: IAS Officer's Son Detained in Drug Bust

Rediff.com3 Apr 2026

The son of a senior IAS officer from Andhra Pradesh was among seven people arrested for allegedly consuming narcotic drugs during a raid on a pub in Hyderabad. The raid, conducted by the Telangana's EAGLE Force, targeted drug abuse in public areas.

Rashid Khan turned down offers to play for India, Australia, reveals new book

Rashid Khan turned down offers to play for India, Australia, reveals new book

Rediff.com19 Apr 2026

Afghanistan's star leg-spinner Rashid Khan declined citizenship offers from India and Australia, reaffirming his commitment to representing his home country, according to a new book.

Meet Priya, The Desi Diva In Project Hail Mary

Meet Priya, The Desi Diva In Project Hail Mary

Rediff.com8 Apr 2026

Priya Kansara, a British actress of Indian origin, is Mary, the voice behind the spaceship and the only support Dr Ryland Grace (Ryan Gosling) had before Rocky showed up.

IPL 2026: Impeccable line and length, Saba Karim hails Rajasthan Royals' Nandre Burger

IPL 2026: Impeccable line and length, Saba Karim hails Rajasthan Royals' Nandre Burger

Rediff.com31 Mar 2026

Former India wicketkeeper Saba Karim praised South African pacer Nandre Burger for his decisive opening spell that put Chennai Super Kings on the back foot in Rajasthan Royals' IPL opener in Guwahati on Monday, March 30, 2026.

Medha Rana Rocks The Red Carpet, Bobby Deol Tears Up

Medha Rana Rocks The Red Carpet, Bobby Deol Tears Up

Rediff.com6 Apr 2026

The Chetak Screen Awards 2026 saw a big turn-out on the red carpet, even though most of the awards went to Aditya Dhar's blockbuster, Dhurandhar.

KKR Wary of Eden Gardens Pitch Conditions Ahead of Home Games

KKR Wary of Eden Gardens Pitch Conditions Ahead of Home Games

Rediff.com1 Apr 2026

Defending champions Kolkata Knight Riders are facing concerns about the pitch conditions at Eden Gardens as they prepare for their first home game of the IPL season. Despite a complete overhaul in coaching staff and squad, the team's think-tank and head coach Abhishek Nayar have expressed unease about the surfaces, which may not suit their spin strengths.

When Prez Murmu surprised ex-staffer at Odisha assembly

When Prez Murmu surprised ex-staffer at Odisha assembly

Rediff.com27 Nov 2025

Ananta Charan Behera went to his former workplace, the Odisha assembly, on Thursday to have a glimpse of President Droupadi Murmu, but was utterly surprised when she spotted him in the crowd and called him by his name.

Neha, Allu, Milind Nail Couple Fashion At LFW

Neha, Allu, Milind Nail Couple Fashion At LFW

Rediff.com20 Mar 2026

Cool guests lit up the front rows at the ongoing fashion event in Mumbai.

'Bengali Nationalism May Help Mamata Banerjee Retain Power'

'Bengali Nationalism May Help Mamata Banerjee Retain Power'

Rediff.com22 Apr 2026

'If the BJP becomes our political identity, our political face, if we are represented by the BJP, then what happens to our identity as Bengalis?'

Trump, Iran Inch Closer And Closer To A Deal

Trump, Iran Inch Closer And Closer To A Deal

Rediff.com18 Apr 2026

Trump has said he would be present at the signing ceremony in Islamabad. Don't be surprised if the Pakistani hosts make it a grand event in the geopolitics of the region. Trump would love that, notes Ambassador M K Bhadrakumar.

'Sunrisers back to their best after a slow start'

'Sunrisers back to their best after a slow start'

Rediff.com19 Apr 2026

Dale Steyn believes Sunrisers Hyderabad's victory over Chennai Super Kings could be a turning point, potentially propelling them into the top four of the IPL standings.

Who is Ayush Badoni? Meet Team India's surprise selection

Who is Ayush Badoni? Meet Team India's surprise selection

Rediff.com12 Jan 2026

Ayush Badoni rose to prominence with his performances for Lucknow Super Giants in the IPL where he played under the mentorship of current India head coach Gautam Gambhir.

Will Your Retirement Money Last?

Will Your Retirement Money Last?

Rediff.com16 Apr 2026

A systematic withdrawal plan doesn't drain wealth, poor planning does. Ramalingam Kalirajan explains the truth behind systematic withdrawal plans

India's Forex Reserves Jump by $9 Billion, Nearing Record High

India's Forex Reserves Jump by $9 Billion, Nearing Record High

Rediff.com10 Apr 2026

India's foreign exchange reserves saw a substantial increase of USD 9.063 billion, reaching USD 697.121 billion for the week ended April 3, 2026, according to the Reserve Bank of India (RBI). This surge follows a previous week's decline and brings the reserves closer to their all-time high.

Odisha CEO orders verification of 9.8 lakh voter deletions

Odisha CEO orders verification of 9.8 lakh voter deletions

Rediff.com21 Apr 2026

Odisha's Chief Electoral Officer has ordered a thorough verification of nearly 1 million voter deletions following complaints of wrongful removals, particularly concerning deceased voters and those who may have shifted residences.

Bhatia's Masters Hopes Dashed by Double Bogey Finish

Bhatia's Masters Hopes Dashed by Double Bogey Finish

Rediff.com11 Apr 2026

Akshay Bhatia, the Indian-American golfer, missed the cut at the Masters after a disappointing second round, while Aaron Rai progressed to the weekend rounds.

The Taj Story Surprises At Box Office

The Taj Story Surprises At Box Office

Rediff.com3 Nov 2025

The trend indicates that The Taj Story will have a better Monday than Friday while Baahubali: The Epic will see a Monday drop.