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Rohit's One Word For Mumbai Amid IPL Chatter

Rohit's One Word For Mumbai Amid IPL Chatter

Rediff.com18 Sep 2026

Rohit Sharma declares his 'forever' loyalty to Mumbai Indians on his Sony show

BRICS Summit: When Geography Speaks Louder Than Words

BRICS Summit: When Geography Speaks Louder Than Words

Rediff.com14 Sep 2026

New Delhi was told it had given something up; in reality it had stopped talking about it, notes Dr Abhishek Puri.

How Dogs Process Human Speech: A New Scientific Insight

How Dogs Process Human Speech: A New Scientific Insight

Rediff.com2 days ago

A recent study indicates that dogs possess the ability to segment human speech into individual words, a skill previously thought to be unique to humans. This "consonant bias" in speech processing appears to develop through regular exposure to human language, suggesting that efficient speech processing is not solely dependent on complex human linguistic capabilities. The findings, published in Science, highlight how brain function can be reshaped by speech exposure even in evolutionarily distant species.

'Kaun se wale papa?': Man convicted for insulting woman's modesty

'Kaun se wale papa?': Man convicted for insulting woman's modesty

Rediff.com18 hours ago

A Delhi court has convicted a man, Girdhari Lal, for insulting a woman's modesty with the sexually-derogatory remark "Kaun se wale papa?". The court ruled that the comment, made in response to the woman pacifying her child, insinuated infidelity and questioned the child's paternity, thus affronting her dignity and leading to a conviction under IPC section 509.

Delhi Court Finds 'Kaun Se Wale Papa' Remark Insulting To Woman's Modesty

Delhi Court Finds 'Kaun Se Wale Papa' Remark Insulting To Woman's Modesty

Rediff.com18 hours ago

A Delhi court has convicted a man, Girdhari Lal, for insulting a woman's modesty with the remark "Kaun se wale papa?" The court ruled that the comment, made in response to the woman telling her daughter "dekho papa aa gaye," was a sexually-derogatory insinuation about her fidelity and the paternity of her child, and not an innocent question. He was convicted under IPC section 509.

'Quockerwodger': Whom is Tharoor targeting with his latest wordplay?

'Quockerwodger': Whom is Tharoor targeting with his latest wordplay?

Rediff.com20 Sep 2026

Congress leader Shashi Tharoor has once again introduced a rare English word, "quockerwodger," to social media, defining it as a "political puppet." He used the term to criticise the ruling party, suggesting they have "spawned a few of these." Tharoor has a history of using obscure words like 'allodoxaphobia', 'farrago', and 'troglodyte' to make political points and engage social media users.

Siwet Tomar On Rise And Fall 2 Eviction: 'I Won't Back Off'

Siwet Tomar On Rise And Fall 2 Eviction: 'I Won't Back Off'

Rediff.com1 days ago

Siwet Tomar speaks out about his controversial eviction from Rise and Fall Season 2 after a physical altercation with fellow contestant Shehzad Poonawalla.

'The emperor is naked': UEFA's Ceferin takes aim at FIFA boss Infantino

'The emperor is naked': UEFA's Ceferin takes aim at FIFA boss Infantino

Rediff.com22 hours ago

UEFA President Aleksander Ceferin launched a scathing attack on FIFA President Gianni Infantino, likening his abandoned plan to sell a stake in FIFA's commercial rights to Hans Christian Andersen's 'The Emperor's New Clothes', accusing Infantino of using 'convenient words' to mask uncomfortable realities.

'No Words Could Normalise Things': Coach on Treesa-Gayatri's Historic World Championships Medal

'No Words Could Normalise Things': Coach on Treesa-Gayatri's Historic World Championships Medal

Rediff.com21 Aug 2026

Indian doubles coach B Sumeeth Reddy discusses the emotional journey and struggles of Treesa Jolly and Gayatri Gopichand, who secured a historic bronze medal at the Badminton World Championships. He highlights their contrasting personalities, improved rotation, and resilience in overcoming injuries to achieve this significant milestone.

Jharkhand minister's daughter among 4 killed as car rams truck

Jharkhand minister's daughter among 4 killed as car rams truck

Rediff.com6 days ago

Trisha, daughter of Jharkhand Rural Development and Panchayati Raj Minister Dipika Pandey Singh, was among four people killed when their car rammed into a stationary truck on Marine Drive Road in Jamshedpur. The accident occurred in the early hours, also claiming the lives of Sarthak Agarwal, Naman Gupta, and Vanshika Khandelwal.

Swear words, vulgar expletives alone do not amount to obscenity: SC

Swear words, vulgar expletives alone do not amount to obscenity: SC

Rediff.com19 Jul 2026

The Supreme Court has ruled that mere swear words, profanities, and vulgar expletives, however offensive, do not amount to obscenity under Section 294 of the Indian Penal Code. The court clarified that for an utterance to be considered obscene, it must be lascivious, appeal to prurient interests, and have the tendency to deprave and corrupt minds. This ruling came while hearing a plea challenging a high court order confirming a conviction under IPC Section 294.

IIT Indore Develops AI Tool To Correct Gender Bias In Hindi, Marathi, Gujarati Translations

IIT Indore Develops AI Tool To Correct Gender Bias In Hindi, Marathi, Gujarati Translations

Rediff.com1 days ago

Researchers at IIT Indore have developed HGAST, an AI tool designed to correct gender-specific errors in translations from English to Hindi, Marathi, and Gujarati. The tool acts as a correction layer, identifying and rectifying masculine verb forms often used by AI systems when translating female speech, significantly improving accuracy for female speakers without retraining existing models.

'India-China Ties Can't Be Repaired In 1-2 Modi-Xi Meets'

'India-China Ties Can't Be Repaired In 1-2 Modi-Xi Meets'

Rediff.com7 days ago

'Eastern Ladakh set the relationship back by about 10 steps. So far, especially since Galwan, we may have taken just 4 steps forward.'

Vinod Kambli assures fans of health, recovery from Mumbai care centre

Vinod Kambli assures fans of health, recovery from Mumbai care centre

Rediff.com4 days ago

Former India cricketer Vinod Kambli has released a video from an elderly care centre in Thane, Mumbai, assuring fans about his health and recovery and expressing gratitude for their support.

Isha Rikhi On Bigg Boss 20: 'Last Few Weeks Were Not Easy'

Isha Rikhi On Bigg Boss 20: 'Last Few Weeks Were Not Easy'

Rediff.com34 minutes ago

'I had my emotional breakdowns, moments where I struggled to express myself, and moments where I probably didn't come across the way I wanted to.'

When Bhagat Singh Wrote About Love

When Bhagat Singh Wrote About Love

Rediff.com3 days ago

Did love make Bhagat Singh a weaker revolutionary? In a heated argument once, Sukhdev accused him of allowing his fascination with a woman to come in the way of revolutionary duty. Bhagat Singh's answer, in a letter days later, was a defence of love as a revolutionary's strength, not a weakness. On Bhagat Singh's 119th birth anniversary, Utkarsh Mishra looks at the friendship, arguments and ideas that bound him and Sukhdev together.

Hindu College student alleges eve-teasing by group in Delhi

Hindu College student alleges eve-teasing by group in Delhi

Rediff.com6 days ago

A Hindu College student was allegedly harassed by a group of men in a car in northwest Delhi's Mukherjee Nagar area. Police have registered an FIR under sections of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) and are investigating the incident.

Shooter Neeru Dhanda dedicates Asian Games gold to Army jawans

Shooter Neeru Dhanda dedicates Asian Games gold to Army jawans

Rediff.com1 days ago

Neeru Dhanda has made history by becoming the first Indian woman to win an individual trap shooting gold at the Asian Games, also setting a new continental record.

Vithya Ramraj Shatters P T Usha's Historic 400m Hurdles Record At Asian Games

Vithya Ramraj Shatters P T Usha's Historic 400m Hurdles Record At Asian Games

Rediff.com2 days ago

Vithya Ramraj broke P T Usha's 42-year-old national record in the women's 400m hurdles at the Asian Games, clocking 54.75 seconds to win a bronze medal. Usha expressed pride, stating that records are meant to inspire the next generation.

Will Vijay's Magic Work In TN Bypolls?

Will Vijay's Magic Work In TN Bypolls?

Rediff.com3 hours ago

Assembly by-elections in Madurantakam and Dharapuram will offer an early measure of the TVK's electoral strength and put the dynamics of its new alliance in focus.

Trump Greets Xi In Style

Trump Greets Xi In Style

Rediff.com7 days ago

US President Donald Trump and First Lady Melania Trump welcomed Chinese President Xi Jinping and his wife Peng Liyuan at Joint Base Andrews, Maryland, on September 23, 2026, marking the start of Xi's state visit to Washington. The arrival featured an honour guard review, a flower presentation, the US national anthem, and a warm exchange between the two leaders before Trump and the First Lady returned to the White House.

JD-U MLA Anant Singh backs rival candidate to settle scores with party MLC

JD-U MLA Anant Singh backs rival candidate to settle scores with party MLC

Rediff.com2 days ago

JD(U) MLA Anant Kumar Singh has publicly declared his intention to support and campaign for Jan Suraaj Party candidate Anuj Singh against his own party's MLC, Neeraj Kumar, in the upcoming Bihar legislative council polls. Singh cited personal scores and past conspiracies involving Neeraj Kumar and RCP Singh as reasons for his rebellion.

HC denies pre-arrest bail to YouTuber Ajeet Bharti

HC denies pre-arrest bail to YouTuber Ajeet Bharti

Rediff.com6 days ago

The Delhi High Court has refused anticipatory bail to YouTuber Ajeet Bharti in a case involving alleged casteist remarks against Nagina MP Chandrashekhar Azad, citing a statutory bar under the SC/ST Act.

Serial practitioner of terrorism: Jaishankar slams Pak PM Sharif at UNGA

Serial practitioner of terrorism: Jaishankar slams Pak PM Sharif at UNGA

Rediff.com4 days ago

India's External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar, addressing the UN General Assembly, strongly criticised Pakistan for its support of terrorism, asserting India's right to self-defence and stating that friendship cannot coexist with terrorism. He also highlighted India's global responsibilities, contributions to the Global South, and its stance on reformed multilateralism and AI.

'What have I done?': Jinnah's words after seeing Partition horror

'What have I done?': Jinnah's words after seeing Partition horror

Rediff.com14 Aug 2026

Journalist Kuldip Nayar's autobiography recounts Pakistan founder Muhammad Ali Jinnah's despairing remark, "What have I done?", after witnessing the mass displacement during the 1947 Partition. The article also details Nayar's own grim experiences of the communal violence and human tragedy at the time, highlighting the immense upheaval that accompanied the division of the subcontinent, now commemorated as Partition Horrors Remembrance Day.

Is Sachin's 100-Century Record Within Kohli's Reach?

Is Sachin's 100-Century Record Within Kohli's Reach?

Rediff.com2 days ago

Virat Kohli has moved a step closer to Sachin Tendulkar's record of 100 international centuries after his brilliant 139 against the West Indies in Thiruvananthapuram. The hundred took Kohli's tally to 86, leaving him 14 centuries short of equalling Tendulkar and 15 away from taking the record.

Delhi Court Finds Man Guilty Of Sexual Harassment In Neighbourhood Dispute

Delhi Court Finds Man Guilty Of Sexual Harassment In Neighbourhood Dispute

Rediff.com20 hours ago

A Delhi court has convicted Vikas Kumar alias Vicky for outraging the modesty of a woman, sexually harassing her, and insulting her modesty during a neighbourhood quarrel. The court, however, acquitted him of attempting to disrobe her and causing hurt to her mother, citing lack of evidence and inconsistencies in testimony. The conviction was made under BNS Sections 74, 75(3), and 79.

Ujjain Shahi Masjid row ends as Muslim side agrees to road-widening plan

Ujjain Shahi Masjid row ends as Muslim side agrees to road-widening plan

Rediff.com2 days ago

The Madhya Pradesh High Court has disposed of writ appeals concerning the partial demolition of Ujjain's Shahi Masjid for road widening ahead of Simhastha Kumbh Mela 2028, following an agreement between the Muslim side and the Ujjain Municipal Corporation. The agreement involves removing a smaller portion of the mosque than initially planned, relocating its minaret, and providing alternative shops. This resolution comes after earlier protests and arrests.

Bihar Molestation: Two Main Accused Arrested After Encounter, Political Blame Game Intensifies

Bihar Molestation: Two Main Accused Arrested After Encounter, Political Blame Game Intensifies

Rediff.com22 Sep 2026

Police in Jamui, Bihar, have arrested two main accused in the molestation of a minor girl, bringing the total arrests to five. The arrests followed an encounter where the accused were injured. The incident, captured in a viral video, has ignited a fierce political debate between the ruling NDA and opposition parties over law and order in the state.

'I had my chance. Letting it slip hurts,' Sindhu, on Asian Games exit

'I had my chance. Letting it slip hurts,' Sindhu, on Asian Games exit

Rediff.com3 days ago

PV Sindhu expressed her pain and disappointment following her quarterfinal exit at the Asian Games, where she lost to China's Chen Yufei. Despite the setback, the two-time Olympic medallist affirmed her commitment to addressing her shortcomings and highlighted her enduring passion for the sport, vowing to return stronger.

Prime Minister Modi Congratulates Indian Athletes For Asian Games Success

Prime Minister Modi Congratulates Indian Athletes For Asian Games Success

Rediff.com3 days ago

Prime Minister Narendra Modi congratulated several Indian athletes for their medal-winning performances at the Asian Games in Nagoya, Japan. He specifically lauded silver medallists Ancy Sojan (long jump), Anahat Singh (squash), Abhay Singh (squash), Sarvesh Kushare (high jump), and bronze medallists Harita Bhadra (200m), Tejaswin Shankar (decathlon), and Parul Chaudhary (steeplechase), highlighting their dedication and achievements.

'Day 1 At IIT-Bombay Was Frightening'

'Day 1 At IIT-Bombay Was Frightening'

Rediff.com3 hours ago

'There was a huge cultural gap. I could not understand the slang, the Mumbai lingo, and would often feel left out during conversations. Since I had studied in the Hindi medium till then, I could not understand English,' says Anup Raaj, an alumnus of IIT-B and founder of InstaPreps AI, a confidence-building platform for students, and coaching institute 7Classes.

Fist fights in J-K Assembly as CM moves statehood resolution

Fist fights in J-K Assembly as CM moves statehood resolution

Rediff.com5 days ago

Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah introduced a resolution in the assembly demanding the urgent restoration of full statehood for the union territory. The resolution, which referenced previous autonomy resolutions, led to intense protests and "ugly scenes" from opposition BJP members, resulting in the adjournment of the House. Abdullah highlighted the unfulfilled promise by the Government of India regarding statehood after delimitation and elections.

Asian Games Gold Medallist Sonali Shingate: 'It's Unbelievable'

Asian Games Gold Medallist Sonali Shingate: 'It's Unbelievable'

Rediff.com2 days ago

'Work hard and have patience, because after long, hard work you achieve your target. Always stay disciplined, work hard and be passionate about your sport.'

Four Men. One Surname. The Brands Of Bollywood

Four Men. One Surname. The Brands Of Bollywood

Rediff.com2 days ago

The story of the Khans is therefore not simply the story of four movie stars who have dominated Bollywood. It is the story of how four sharply differentiated identities became four enduring businesses -- and how each managed to remain relevant in an industry designed to replace yesterday's hero with tomorrow's sensation, points out Sandeep Goyal.

Noel Tata: We Hope RBI Will Find Common Ground With Us

Noel Tata: We Hope RBI Will Find Common Ground With Us

Rediff.com1 days ago

Listing, according to Noel Tata, will fundamentally change how the company and the group have been working over the past 150 years.

How Neeru Dhanda Overcame Adversity For Asian Games Gold

How Neeru Dhanda Overcame Adversity For Asian Games Gold

Rediff.com18 hours ago

Indian shooter Neeru Dhanda secured back-to-back gold medals at the Asian Games, triumphing in the women's trap and mixed team events despite battling fatigue, illness, and challenging weather conditions. Her remarkable resilience and focus, coupled with a women's team silver, made her a standout performer for India.

DU student harassed on road, dragged towards car

DU student harassed on road, dragged towards car

Rediff.com6 days ago

A Hindu College postgraduate student and her friend were allegedly harassed and nearly abducted by men in a car in Delhi's Mukherjee Nagar. Police have traced the vehicle and registered an FIR under sections of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, with further investigation ongoing.

Lionel Messi scores 100th goal for Inter Miami in Campeones Cup victory

Lionel Messi scores 100th goal for Inter Miami in Campeones Cup victory

Rediff.com17 Sep 2026

Lionel Messi scored his 100th goal for Inter Miami as the Major League Soccer side beat Mexican club Cruz Azul 2-0 to win the Campeones Cup at Nu Stadium in Florida on Wednesday.

Sooryavanshi's Sledge Rattles Tilak Varma

Sooryavanshi's Sledge Rattles Tilak Varma

Rediff.com11 Sep 2026

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi gave Tilak Varma a taste of his sledging medicine, sparking a heated exchange that caught the attention of umpires and fans alike.