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'This War Is Only About Iran's Fight For Survival'

'This War Is Only About Iran's Fight For Survival'

Rediff.com11 hours ago

'Strikes into the Gulf countries are proof that the security guarantees offered by the US are ineffective and that the Gulf countries cannot rely on American security assurances for their safety.'

I'm a Gandhian, Nehruvian, Rajivian, but not a....: Mani Shankar Aiyar

I'm a Gandhian, Nehruvian, Rajivian, but not a....: Mani Shankar Aiyar

Rediff.com18 Feb 2026

Congress veteran Mani Shankar Aiyar clarifies his political affiliations, identifying as a Gandhian, Nehruvian, and Rajivian, while explaining his distance from Rahul Gandhi's political approach and his disapproval of Indira Gandhi's Emergency declaration.

T20 World Cup: Thursday's Game Will Be Played Before India's Most Knowledgeable Fans

T20 World Cup: Thursday's Game Will Be Played Before India's Most Knowledgeable Fans

Rediff.com7 days ago

It is said that in Chennai, fans do not watch cricket -- they analyse and debate it and even outthink the experts. Cricket here is savoured like their favourite dish -- a hot bowl of rasam.

Sonia slams Centre's silence on Khamenei's killing

Sonia slams Centre's silence on Khamenei's killing

Rediff.com1 days ago

Sonia Gandhi has criticised the Modi government's silence on the assassination of Iran's Supreme Leader, arguing it raises doubts about India's foreign policy direction and credibility.

PV Sindhu Describes 'Scary' Dubai Airport Experience Amid Gulf Crisis

PV Sindhu Describes 'Scary' Dubai Airport Experience Amid Gulf Crisis

Rediff.com2 days ago

Two-time Olympic medallist PV Sindhu recounts a 'tense and scary' experience at Dubai International Airport after an explosion occurred nearby, amidst escalating tensions in the Gulf region.

Dubai airport hit, Burj Al Arab hotel damaged in Iranian strikes

Dubai airport hit, Burj Al Arab hotel damaged in Iranian strikes

Rediff.com3 days ago

The United Arab Emirates intercepted several Iranian missiles and drones, resulting in casualties and damage to infrastructure, including the Dubai airport and Burj Al Arab.

Hamnet Review: A Heart-Rending Watch

Hamnet Review: A Heart-Rending Watch

Rediff.com4 days ago

The last scene in Hamnet will be seared in movie memory, notes Deepa Gahlot.

Airlines cancel Gulf flights; DGCA advises avoiding 11 airspaces

Airlines cancel Gulf flights; DGCA advises avoiding 11 airspaces

Rediff.com3 days ago

Airports across the country have been placed on operational alert to manage potential flight diversions, unscheduled landings and passenger facilitation requirements.

PV Sindhu recounts 'tense' Dubai airport ordeal after explosion

PV Sindhu recounts 'tense' Dubai airport ordeal after explosion

Rediff.com3 days ago

Indian badminton star PV Sindhu and her coach were stranded at Dubai International Airport following an explosion near their location, triggered by escalating tensions in the Gulf region.

Bill Gates apologises for Epstein Files, admits having affairs

Bill Gates apologises for Epstein Files, admits having affairs

Rediff.com7 days ago

Bill Gates has apologized to the Gates Foundation staff for his association with Jeffrey Epstein and admitted to having affairs with Russian women, stating he did nothing illicit but regrets the mistake.

Digital Architecture Key to Climate Transformation

Digital Architecture Key to Climate Transformation

Rediff.com6 days ago

Experts at the Mosambi Climate Conference (MC2) emphasized the importance of incorporating digital architecture into the energy ecosystem for achieving significant climate transformation.

India, Canada sign landmark nuclear agreement

India, Canada sign landmark nuclear agreement

Rediff.com2 days ago

India and Canada solidify their partnership with a landmark uranium supply agreement and discussions to finalise a comprehensive economic partnership, signaling stronger ties and cooperation on key global issues.

Ajit Pawar Plane Crash: 'No Crew Would Crash A Plane'

Ajit Pawar Plane Crash: 'No Crew Would Crash A Plane'

Rediff.com23 Feb 2026

'In any aviation emergency, the first rule is aviate -- fly the aircraft.' 'The fact that the commander's voice is not on the recording simply means he was focused entirely on flying. It does not imply anything more than that.'

'If 10 Year Olds Are Doing This Crime Of Rape...'

'If 10 Year Olds Are Doing This Crime Of Rape...'

Rediff.com17 Feb 2026

'PINK was about consent. Assi asks society, what are we doing about this issue? Where have we gone wrong?'

Canada acts against Tahawwur Rana before Carney's India visit

Canada acts against Tahawwur Rana before Carney's India visit

Rediff.com24 Feb 2026

The Canadian government is seeking to revoke the citizenship of Tahawwur Rana Hussain, a Pakistan-born businessman accused of involvement in the 2008 Mumbai terror attacks, due to misrepresentation on his citizenship application.

T20 WC: 'We couldn't bat well throughout the tournament': Pak captain

T20 WC: 'We couldn't bat well throughout the tournament': Pak captain

Rediff.com3 days ago

Pakistan's T20 World Cup campaign ended in disappointment despite a win against Sri Lanka, with captain Salman Agha citing batting failures and dew as contributing factors. Sahibzada Farhan's century was not enough to secure a semifinal spot as New Zealand qualified on net run rate.

Psycho Saiyaan Review: Weird!

Psycho Saiyaan Review: Weird!

Rediff.com5 days ago

Every lead character is nuts in Psycho Saiyaan, observes Deepa Gahlot.

'Everyone has become heroes': J&K coach Ajay Sharma hails team

'Everyone has become heroes': J&K coach Ajay Sharma hails team

Rediff.com3 days ago

Head coach Ajay Sharma said the Ranji Trophy triumph has helped Jammu and Kashmir to unearth new cricketing heroes.

'We're safe, but there is a bit of worry': Sindhu's coach Irwansyahh

'We're safe, but there is a bit of worry': Sindhu's coach Irwansyahh

Rediff.com3 days ago

Indonesian coach Irwansyah Adi Pratama, who trains P V Sindhu, had a narrow escape after an explosion occurred close to where they were stationed at Dubai Airport while travelling to Birmingham for the All England Championships.

Sindhu's Coach Safe After Dubai Airport Explosion

Sindhu's Coach Safe After Dubai Airport Explosion

Rediff.com3 days ago

Indonesian coach Irwansyah Adi Pratama, who trains P V Sindhu, had a narrow escape after an explosion occurred close to where they were stationed at Dubai Airport while travelling to Birmingham for the All England Championships.

Chopra Slams India's Strategy in Defeat to South Africa

Chopra Slams India's Strategy in Defeat to South Africa

Rediff.com23 Feb 2026

Aakash Chopra questions India's Playing XI and Axar Patel's omission after their 76-run loss to South Africa in the ICC Men's T20 World Cup, raising concerns over strategy and clarity.

'Kennedy Brought Me Out Of A Very Dark Phase'

'Kennedy Brought Me Out Of A Very Dark Phase'

Rediff.com21 Feb 2026

'Kennedy is deeply personal.'

Twin infants, 3 kids among 6 killed in Meerut fire

Twin infants, 3 kids among 6 killed in Meerut fire

Rediff.com7 days ago

A tragic house fire in Meerut, India, caused by a suspected electrical short circuit, has resulted in the death of six people, including five children, prompting an investigation and condolences from the chief minister.

India must use current geopolitical churn to build manufacturing scale at home: Amitabh Kant

India must use current geopolitical churn to build manufacturing scale at home: Amitabh Kant

Rediff.com6 days ago

India should resist knee-jerk responses to tariff volatility in the US and instead use the current geopolitical churn to build manufacturing scale at home, former G20 Sherpa and former chief executive officer of NITI Aayog Amitabh Kant said on Wednesday.

AI Could Widen Inequalities if Not Used for People's Benefit: Amitabh Kant

AI Could Widen Inequalities if Not Used for People's Benefit: Amitabh Kant

Rediff.com6 days ago

Former NITI Aayog CEO Amitabh Kant warns that artificial intelligence (AI) could exacerbate global inequalities if not used for the benefit of people, highlighting its immense energy requirements and the need for renewable energy solutions.

Do Deewane Seher Mein: Zero Deewangi. Sigh.

Do Deewane Seher Mein: Zero Deewangi. Sigh.

Rediff.com20 Feb 2026

The film uses the romcom template, but hampers itself with a plodding pace, flimsy conflicts and an almost absent sense of humour.

T20 World Cup: Can India Turn Super Eight Tension Into Triumph?

T20 World Cup: Can India Turn Super Eight Tension Into Triumph?

Rediff.com22 Feb 2026

It takes a lot of mental strength to play in front of nearly 100,000 people in Ahmedabad. Even the bravest can succumb to the tension.

Teja Sajja-Allu Arjun's Picture For Posterity

Teja Sajja-Allu Arjun's Picture For Posterity

Rediff.com7 days ago

'Sometimes, I have to pinch myself to remind myself that it's real.'

Boong, The Manipur Film That Won A BAFTA

Boong, The Manipur Film That Won A BAFTA

Rediff.com23 Feb 2026

'This story has been always there since my childhood because of missing people.' 'I remember a family member who disappeared and I kept wondering what happened to him.'

After dream T20 World Cup debut, Canada's Samra chases IPL glory

After dream T20 World Cup debut, Canada's Samra chases IPL glory

Rediff.com7 days ago

Teenager Samra swaps snowy Canada for Mumbai heat with IPL dream

Narendra Modi Stadium: Where Cricket Roars Loudest

Narendra Modi Stadium: Where Cricket Roars Loudest

Rediff.com19 Feb 2026

You don't just play here -- you must dare to play here because the sound from the stands crashes onto the field, and often the cheer comes back to the players like waves.

'Women Are Far More Dangerous And Cruel'

'Women Are Far More Dangerous And Cruel'

Rediff.com7 days ago

'Women in crime can turn on and off emotions like a tap.' 'Something that comes in the way of their goals can be eliminated without a second thought.'

T20 World Cup: Why Varun Chakravarthy's Magic Is Fading

T20 World Cup: Why Varun Chakravarthy's Magic Is Fading

Rediff.com7 days ago

India's mystery spinner Varun Chakaravarthy is becoming less effective in T20 Internationals as top teams develop strategies to decode his variations.

T20 World Cup: 'Youngest in the group': Arshdeep delivers again

T20 World Cup: 'Youngest in the group': Arshdeep delivers again

Rediff.com5 days ago

India's Arshdeep Singh discusses learning from senior bowlers Jasprit Bumrah and Mohammad Siraj, focusing on adaptability and staying ahead of batters in the T20 World Cup.

Iran, US engage in clash of words at UN amid Middle East crisis

Iran, US engage in clash of words at UN amid Middle East crisis

Rediff.com3 days ago

Tensions escalate at the UN Security Council as the US and Israel defend their military actions against Iran, while Iran condemns the strikes as war crimes, raising fears of a wider Middle East conflict.

The saree-clad officer who made Devuji surrender

The saree-clad officer who made Devuji surrender

Rediff.com6 days ago

Telangana Police's Special Intelligence Branch, led by officer B Sumathi, successfully negotiated the surrender of top Maoist commander Thippiri Tirupati alias Devuji and other Maoist leaders, marking a significant victory for the state.

16 Arrested in Odisha Over Mob Killing, Child Lifting Suspicion

16 Arrested in Odisha Over Mob Killing, Child Lifting Suspicion

Rediff.com7 days ago

Police in Odisha's Mayurbhanj district have arrested 16 people and detained 15 others in connection with the murder of a man and the thrashing of two others, all based on suspicions of child lifting.

Punjab BJP Seeks Probe into Accused's Death in Gurdaspur Policemen Murder Case

Punjab BJP Seeks Probe into Accused's Death in Gurdaspur Policemen Murder Case

Rediff.com5 days ago

Punjab BJP chief Sunil Jakhar has called for an impartial probe into the death of Ranjit Singh, an accused in the murder of two policemen in Gurdaspur, following questions raised about the police encounter.

UK, France planning to arm Ukraine with nukes: Russia

UK, France planning to arm Ukraine with nukes: Russia

Rediff.com7 days ago

A Russian intelligence agency has claimed that the UK and France are covertly planning to transfer nuclear weapons to Ukraine, alleging a violation of international law.

Oscar Watch: What Makes One Battle After Another So Stunning

Oscar Watch: What Makes One Battle After Another So Stunning

Rediff.com24 Feb 2026

One Battle After Another touches on big ideas like racism, immigration, abuse of power, identity, and parenthood without turning preachy, observes Mayur Sanap.