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Silver lining to India's ageing truck fleet

Silver lining to India's ageing truck fleet

Rediff.com14 Apr 2026

India's rapidly ageing truck fleet, with 42% of vehicles over 12 years old, is set to trigger a replacement-driven growth of 3-5% annually over the next five years.

IPL 2026: Dismiss Sanju Early Or Pay The Price

IPL 2026: Dismiss Sanju Early Or Pay The Price

Rediff.com13 Apr 2026

Sanju Samson reminded the cricket world on Saturday why he is one of T20's most dangerous batters.

Watch: Asha Bhosle's Last Concert

Watch: Asha Bhosle's Last Concert

Rediff.com14 Apr 2026

The voice of one of India's greatest playback singers may have fallen silent, but her music is anything but gone. It lives on in the airwaves, in our memories, in moments we return to without even realising.

Tovino Thomas Opts Out Of NTR Jr's Dragon

Tovino Thomas Opts Out Of NTR Jr's Dragon

Rediff.com6 Apr 2026

Malayalam star Tovino Thomas has officially exited Prashanth Neel's highly anticipated Telugu film Dragon, co-starring NTR Jr, citing extensive production delays that conflicted with his demanding schedule for Malayalam projects.

Why Noida's Industrial Hub Erupted In Protest

Why Noida's Industrial Hub Erupted In Protest

Rediff.com14 Apr 2026

'Workers are being pushed into 12- to 14-hour shifts under poor conditions. These largely leaderless protests are likely to continue.'

'You Can't Run Parliament With 800 MPs'

'You Can't Run Parliament With 800 MPs'

Rediff.com17 Apr 2026

'You cannot run Parliament with 800 MPs as nobody will get time (to speak in Parliament). And Parliament sits for barely 60 days in a year.' 'Look at the House of Commons of the United Kingdom. They have 650 MPs and they sit for 150 days on an average in a year.'

'BJP Was Waiting To Get Rid Of Nitish Kumar'

'BJP Was Waiting To Get Rid Of Nitish Kumar'

Rediff.com14 Apr 2026

'The BJP must have decided to replace Nitish with a green signal from JD-U leaders close to him.'

Kiara Advani, Sidharth Malhotra At NMACC's 3rd Anniversary

Kiara Advani, Sidharth Malhotra At NMACC's 3rd Anniversary

Rediff.com4 Apr 2026

The Nita Mukesh Ambani Cultural Centre marked its third anniversary with a grand celebration in Mumbai, drawing a host of Bollywood luminaries.

Pressure builds on developers to hike prices as costs rise

Pressure builds on developers to hike prices as costs rise

Rediff.com13 Apr 2026

Indian realty developers are contemplating price increases for ongoing and upcoming projects to offset margin pressures caused by rising input costs and supply chain disruptions, exacerbated by the West Asia conflict. Input and labour costs have surged by 5-12%, directly impacting developer margins, especially for under-construction projects.

Even Models Get Nervous Before Walking The Ramp So...

Even Models Get Nervous Before Walking The Ramp So...

Rediff.com24 Mar 2026

The spotlight, the music, the walk -- it all looks effortless. But what happens in those final seconds before the model steps onto the runway? It's a mix of chaos, calm and some very unexpected rituals.

Gujarat DGP Stresses Proactive Measures to Combat Cybercrime

Gujarat DGP Stresses Proactive Measures to Combat Cybercrime

Rediff.com9 Apr 2026

Gujarat's Director General of Police, KLN Rao, has emphasised the importance of a proactive approach in combating cybercrime, focusing on technology, coordination, and public awareness.

Ayush Shetty Stuns Lin Shi Feng at Badminton Asia Championships

Ayush Shetty Stuns Lin Shi Feng at Badminton Asia Championships

Rediff.com8 Apr 2026

India's Ayush Shetty defeated world No. 7 Lin Shi Feng at the Badminton Asia Championships, while PV Sindhu and HS Prannoy also advanced. Lakshya Sen and Kidambi Srikanth exited in the opening round.

Revealed! What Model Tejal Patil Carries In Her Bag

Revealed! What Model Tejal Patil Carries In Her Bag

Rediff.com23 Mar 2026

Lakme model Tejal Patil gives Rediff's Hitesh Harisinghani a sneak peek into her backstage essentials bag.

Karan Johar's Day Out With Meryl Streep, Anne Hathaway

Karan Johar's Day Out With Meryl Streep, Anne Hathaway

Rediff.com7 Apr 2026

Karan Johar recently had a dream come true, meeting Hollywood legends Meryl Streep and Anne Hathaway in Tokyo during the international promotions for The Devil Wears Prada 2.

Gulf War: Stocks That Could Buck The Trend And Shine

Gulf War: Stocks That Could Buck The Trend And Shine

Rediff.com14 Apr 2026

10 stocks from the Nifty 200 index that offer good growth potential and scope to deliver decent returns from current levels, based on brokerage estimates.

Man Kills Aunt in Jharkhand Over Constant Taunts, Police Say

Man Kills Aunt in Jharkhand Over Constant Taunts, Police Say

Rediff.com12 Apr 2026

A man in Jharkhand, India, has been arrested for murdering his aunt after allegedly being subjected to constant taunts and accusations of witchcraft. In a separate incident, two men were arrested for the death of their aunt following a dispute over medicinal plants.

Srinagar Temple Reopens After 36 Years

Srinagar Temple Reopens After 36 Years

Rediff.com28 Mar 2026

On Thursday, Kashmiri Pandits offered special prayers at the historic Raghunath temple in Srinagar on the first day of its reopening after a gap of 36 years, coinciding with the festival of Ram Navami.

If Asha Bhosle Hadn't Become A Singer...

If Asha Bhosle Hadn't Become A Singer...

Rediff.com13 Apr 2026

Asha Bhosle, the legendary playback singer, had a lifelong passion for cooking, which she considered a stress reliever and a way to connect with loved ones.

US Needs Iran Back At The Table FAST!

US Needs Iran Back At The Table FAST!

Rediff.com17 Apr 2026

The question is whether the clocks allow enough time for two deeply mistrustful sides to get there, and whether the surface calm holds long enough for the paddling to produce something before the ceasefire ends on April 22, notes Prem Panicker in his must read blog on the Iran War.

Assam: Congress Jolted As Candidate Quits Before Polls

Assam: Congress Jolted As Candidate Quits Before Polls

Rediff.com9 Apr 2026

'I repeatedly contacted the party leadership, but they didn't take my calls. The District Congress Committee offered no assistance.' 'I waited for a long time, and when no response came, I decided to quit the party.'

Ayush Shetty Shines at Badminton Asia Championships; Sindhu Suffers Defeat

Ayush Shetty Shines at Badminton Asia Championships; Sindhu Suffers Defeat

Rediff.com9 Apr 2026

Young Indian shuttler Ayush Shetty progressed to the men's singles quarterfinals of the Badminton Asia Championships, while PV Sindhu was eliminated from the women's event.

Apple Devices Face High-Severity Threat: Cert-In

Apple Devices Face High-Severity Threat: Cert-In

Rediff.com10 Apr 2026

CThese vulnerabilities, Cert-In said, could leave Apple users at risk of unauthorised access to sensitive data on their devices, cause service disruptions, and compromise the entire device.

Where You Can See This Rs 167.2 Crore Painting

Where You Can See This Rs 167.2 Crore Painting

Rediff.com10 Apr 2026

Raja Ravi Varma's painting Yashoda and Krishna was recently acquired by Cyrus Poonawalla and his son, the vaccine manufacturer's CEO Adar Poonawalla, for Rs 167.2 crore, setting a new benchmark for modern Indian art.

Karishma Tanna-Varun Bangera Announce Pregnancy

Karishma Tanna-Varun Bangera Announce Pregnancy

Rediff.com6 Apr 2026

Karishma Tanna and her husband Varun Bangera have announced they are expecting their first child, set to arrive in August 2026.

Deepika Padukone Breaks Her Silence On Dhurandhar 2

Deepika Padukone Breaks Her Silence On Dhurandhar 2

Rediff.com8 Apr 2026

Deepika Padukone has finally addressed the online chatter surrounding her alleged silence on husband Ranveer Singh's latest film, Dhurandhar The Revenge.

Find Out What India Has Been Searching For

Find Out What India Has Been Searching For

Rediff.com8 Apr 2026

'People are now searching online for ways to spend their time offline. That is the intersection.'

'Delimitation Can't Be Challenged Once It Is Approved'

'Delimitation Can't Be Challenged Once It Is Approved'

Rediff.com17 Apr 2026

'The Supreme Court stated that once the delimitation plan is approved by Parliament and receives assent of the President, it cannot be undone. Nor can it be modified.'

Iran War: 'US Doesn't Depend On Strait of Hormuz For Oil'

Iran War: 'US Doesn't Depend On Strait of Hormuz For Oil'

Rediff.com13 Apr 2026

'Neither do the Israelis. The two attacking parties have very little economic interest in Hormuz.'

Asha Bhosle: Songs To Remember Her By

Asha Bhosle: Songs To Remember Her By

Rediff.com14 Apr 2026

From sultry cabaret numbers to soul-stirring ghazals, Asha Bhosle crafted a sonic universe where boldness met beauty and mischief mingled with melancholy. Her voice didn't just soundtrack cinema, it liberated expression, challenged norms and gave generations permission to feel, flirt, ache and celebrate without restraint. Sukanya Verma salutes the legend.

Paddy Bonus: Stalin Vs Sitharaman

Paddy Bonus: Stalin Vs Sitharaman

Rediff.com13 Apr 2026

The finance ministry has clarified that its letter to state chief secretaries, urging them to align their bonus policy to promote pulses, oilseeds, and millets, was an advisory and not a directive. This clarification comes in response to Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M K Stalin's criticism, who called the advisory a 'treacherous act against farmers'.

'Am I On Track For Rs 8 Cr Retirement Fund?

'Am I On Track For Rs 8 Cr Retirement Fund?

Rediff.com7 Apr 2026

Ask rediffGURU Reetika Sharma your insurance, mutual fund and personal finance-related questions.

Dhurandhar The Revenge Nears Rs 1000 Cr Mark, All Time Blockbuster

Dhurandhar The Revenge Nears Rs 1000 Cr Mark, All Time Blockbuster

Rediff.com6 Apr 2026

Ranveer Singh's Dhurandhar The Revenger is poised to make history by crossing the unprecedented Rs 1,000 crore (Rs 10 billion) mark at the box office.

Mystery Surrounds Teen's Death After High-Rise Fall in Ghaziabad

Mystery Surrounds Teen's Death After High-Rise Fall in Ghaziabad

Rediff.com8 Apr 2026

An 18-year-old girl died after falling from a high-rise building in Ghaziabad, India, leading to protests by her family who allege foul play. Police are investigating the circumstances surrounding her death.

Gulf War: Indian Airlines Face Rs 2,500 Cr Losses

Gulf War: Indian Airlines Face Rs 2,500 Cr Losses

Rediff.com14 Apr 2026

The broader conflict in West Asia, the largest international market for Indian carriers, has forced a sharp reduction in daily flights relative to the summer schedule.

Ayush Shetty Upsets Li Shi Feng; Sindhu and Prannoy Advance

Ayush Shetty Upsets Li Shi Feng; Sindhu and Prannoy Advance

Rediff.com8 Apr 2026

Ayush Shetty defeated world No. 7 Li Shi Feng at the Badminton Asia Championships, while PV Sindhu and HS Prannoy also advanced. Other Indian players faced setbacks in the opening round.

Artemis II Blasts Off To The Moon

Artemis II Blasts Off To The Moon

Rediff.com2 Apr 2026

The mission ferries four astronauts -- NASA's Reid Wiseman, Christina Koch and Victor Glover and Canada's Jeremy Hansen -- onboard the Orion spacecraft for a 10 day lunar flyby. Unlike the Apollo missions that aimed for landing, Artemis II is focused on testing. The crew will evaluate critical systems such as life support, navigation, and communication in deep space -- essential steps before humans can return to the lunar surface.

Thane Man Duped of 22 Lakh in Fake Railways Job Scam

Thane Man Duped of 22 Lakh in Fake Railways Job Scam

Rediff.com8 Apr 2026

A retired man in Thane was allegedly cheated of 22 lakh by three individuals who promised him a job in the Indian Railways, police said.

IPL 2026: Rejuvenated CSK Seek To Pile Misery On Winless KKR

IPL 2026: Rejuvenated CSK Seek To Pile Misery On Winless KKR

Rediff.com13 Apr 2026

Chennai Super Kings will aim to build on their recent victory as they host a struggling Kolkata Knight Riders in the IPL 2026 match on Wednesday.

Smart Money Moves: From Home Loans To SIPs

Smart Money Moves: From Home Loans To SIPs

Rediff.com10 Apr 2026

Ask rediffGURU and PF expert Nitin Narkhede your mutual fund and personal finance-related questions.

Bollywood Quiz: Eye Hai!

Bollywood Quiz: Eye Hai!

Rediff.com26 Mar 2026

Sukanya Verma quizzes you to find out just how much you know about the movies.