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Gukesh stuns Caruana, finishes fourth in Rapid Event

Gukesh stuns Caruana, finishes fourth in Rapid Event

Rediff.com8 May 2026

D Gukesh finished tied fourth in the Super Rapid and Blitz Tournament after defeating Fabiano Caruana, marking a return to form after recent struggles.

How Gukesh Bounced Back In Super Rapid And Blitz Tournament

How Gukesh Bounced Back In Super Rapid And Blitz Tournament

Rediff.com9 May 2026

D Gukesh recovered from a shaky start in the blitz section of the Super Rapid and Blitz tournament with a victory over Jan-Krzysztof Duda. Hans Moke Niemann leads the tournament, followed by Wesley So and Fabiano Caruana.

Hans Niemann Clinches Super Rapid And Blitz Title; Gukesh 6th

Hans Niemann Clinches Super Rapid And Blitz Title; Gukesh 6th

Rediff.com10 May 2026

Hans Moke Niemann of the United States won the Super rapid and blitz in Warsaw, while India's D Gukesh finished sixth. Niemann secured the title with a strong finish, while Gukesh had a mixed performance.

India Calls For Stronger Accountability In Rapid Urban Transformation

India Calls For Stronger Accountability In Rapid Urban Transformation

Rediff.com7 May 2026

Comptroller and Auditor General of India K Sanjay Murthy highlighted the need for stronger accountability systems to support India's urban transformation and sustainable mobility push at the BRICS Supreme Audit Institutions Leaders' Summit in Bengaluru.

Rousey signs off in style with rapid armbar victory over Gina Carano

Rousey signs off in style with rapid armbar victory over Gina Carano

Rediff.com17 May 2026

Ronda Rousey ended her MMA career with a 17-second armbar victory over Gina Carano, securing an emotional farewell and the closure she sought after years away from the sport.

3 patients dead after massive fire at Bihar hospital

3 patients dead after massive fire at Bihar hospital

Rediff.com11 hours ago

A devastating fire in the Intensive Care Unit (ICU) of Prasad Hospital in Muzaffarpur, Bihar, has resulted in the deaths of at least three people. The blaze, suspected to be caused by a short circuit, rapidly spread, affecting 13-15 patients who were subsequently shifted. Authorities have brought the fire under control and initiated an inquiry, with concerns that the casualty toll might increase.

Delhi fire: Sealed windows, locked exits turned hotel into death trap

Delhi fire: Sealed windows, locked exits turned hotel into death trap

Rediff.com1 days ago

A devastating fire at a hotel in Malviya Nagar, New Delhi, resulted in the deaths of at least 21 people, including six foreigners. Investigations reveal severe fire safety violations, such as sealed windows, non-functional sensor gates, overcrowding, and the absence of a fire No Objection Certificate, which turned the building into a death trap.

Foreign nationals vacate hotels in Malviya Nagar amid fear

Foreign nationals vacate hotels in Malviya Nagar amid fear

Rediff.com4 hours ago

Following a devastating blaze in Malviya Nagar that killed 21 people, foreign nationals and other guests have vacated hotels and guest houses on Press Enclave Road due to a lack of food, electricity, and safety concerns. The incident has led to widespread fear and uncertainty, causing many establishments to shut down and residents to seek alternative accommodation.

'Even if Iran surrenders': Donald Trump slams 'crazy' media

'Even if Iran surrenders': Donald Trump slams 'crazy' media

Rediff.com2 days ago

Donald Trump expressed optimism about securing an agreement with Tehran to prolong a truce and restore transit through a strategic maritime chokepoint within the next week, even as he criticised political opponents and the media for what he described as their tendency to distort outcomes, even in a hypothetical scenario of complete Iranian military surrender.

Cockroach Party appoints journalist, filmmaker as spokespersons

Cockroach Party appoints journalist, filmmaker as spokespersons

Rediff.com1 days ago

CJP, launched last month, has rapidly gained social media traction among students and young people focusing on youth and education issues

ICC To Assess Impact Of Franchise Cricket On International Calendar

ICC To Assess Impact Of Franchise Cricket On International Calendar

Rediff.com3 days ago

The ICC board has formed a committee to assess the impact of the growing franchise cricket leagues on the international cricket calendar, aiming to strike a balance and prevent disruption.

How Sakshi Padekar Fared At The ISSF World Cup

How Sakshi Padekar Fared At The ISSF World Cup

Rediff.com7 days ago

Indian shooter Sakshi Padekar finished seventh in the 10m Air Rifle women's final at the ISSF World Cup in Munich. Serbia's Andelija Stevanovic won gold, while Japan's Nobata Misaki secured silver.

Mumbai-Ahmedabad bullet train project reaches milestone, 3rd tunnel excavated in 5 months

Mumbai-Ahmedabad bullet train project reaches milestone, 3rd tunnel excavated in 5 months

Rediff.com2 days ago

The Mumbai-Ahmedabad bullet train project has achieved a significant milestone with the excavation of a mountain tunnel in Palghar, Maharashtra, marking the third such achievement in the district within the last five months. This progress underscores the rapid construction pace in a geographically challenging section of the high-speed rail corridor.

One Tigress Cub Captured After Fatal Attacks In Chandrapur

One Tigress Cub Captured After Fatal Attacks In Chandrapur

Rediff.com27 May 2026

Forest personnel in Maharashtra have captured a cub of tigress T2, which killed four women in Chandrapur district. Efforts are underway to trap her three other cubs.

Why India Is Set To Spearhead Global AI Deployment

Why India Is Set To Spearhead Global AI Deployment

Rediff.com27 May 2026

A senior Microsoft executive says India is uniquely positioned to lead the next phase of global AI deployment, driven by a massive developer base, rapid enterprise adoption, and robust digital public infrastructure.

'Everything works in Delhi': Owner admits hotel had no fire NOC

'Everything works in Delhi': Owner admits hotel had no fire NOC

Rediff.com12 hours ago

Hotel owner Lavkesh Bajaj told Delhi Police he delegated daily operations and structural changes to 'another person'.

Delhi fire: Hotel owner arrested, booked for culpable homicide

Delhi fire: Hotel owner arrested, booked for culpable homicide

Rediff.com21 hours ago

The owner of a hotel in Malviya Nagar, Delhi, where a devastating fire killed 21 people, has been arrested. Lavkesh Bajaj faces charges of culpable homicide as investigations reveal the hotel allegedly operated without a fire NOC, exceeded its permitted capacity, and violated safety norms, including having only one entry-exit point.

Why Mid-Tier BFSI Firms In India Face Heightened Cyber Risks

Why Mid-Tier BFSI Firms In India Face Heightened Cyber Risks

Rediff.com7 days ago

A report indicates that mid-tier banking, financial services, and insurance (BFSI) entities in India are highly exposed to cyberattacks due to aggressive digitisation coupled with insufficient cybersecurity investments.

World Chess Championship: 'Gukesh is a smart player, don't see any weakness in his game'

World Chess Championship: 'Gukesh is a smart player, don't see any weakness in his game'

Rediff.com1 days ago

D Gukesh's prolonged form slump might be a talking point in the chess world right now but his World Championship challenger Javokhir Sindarov sees no obvious weakness in the Indian's game.

Want To Be A Mounjaro Bride: Is It Worth It?

Want To Be A Mounjaro Bride: Is It Worth It?

Rediff.com26 May 2026

'Don't chase unrealistic expectations or compare yourself to social media transformations.' 'Focus on your health first, not just the number on the scale before the wedding.'

Big twist: Humayun offers assembly seat to Mamata after TMC split

Big twist: Humayun offers assembly seat to Mamata after TMC split

Rediff.com2 hours ago

In a surprising turn of events, AJUP founder Humayun Kabir, a former critic of Mamata Banerjee, has offered her a route back to the West Bengal Assembly from his Rejinagar constituency. This offer comes as Banerjee faces a significant political crisis after the TMC's electoral defeat and internal party rebellion.

Sri Lanka Care Home Fire: 12 Dead, Owner Remanded

Sri Lanka Care Home Fire: 12 Dead, Owner Remanded

Rediff.com2 hours ago

A devastating fire at an unregistered elderly care home in Sri Lanka's Kalutara district has claimed the lives of 12 residents and injured seven others. The owner has been arrested and remanded, with reports indicating the facility operated illegally and some mentally challenged residents were found chained.

Delhi hotel fire: 'Jumping from window saved me'

Delhi hotel fire: 'Jumping from window saved me'

Rediff.com4 hours ago

An Iraqi national, Ali Amer Mosa, died in a devastating hotel fire in South Delhi's Malviya Nagar, where 21 people lost their lives. His brother-in-law recounted the rapid spread of smoke, forcing desperate escapes, and noted that Ali died attempting to use the smoke-filled stairs. Police have sealed the area, arrested the hotel owner, and are investigating fire safety compliance and evacuation procedures.

Xiaomi 17T Pro Unveiled: Leica Cameras, 144Hz Display And 100W Charging

Xiaomi 17T Pro Unveiled: Leica Cameras, 144Hz Display And 100W Charging

Rediff.com2 days ago

Xiaomi is turning up the heat in the premium smartphone segment with the new Xiaomi 17T Pro.

Delhi fire: Trip to see ailing relative turns fatal for 3

Delhi fire: Trip to see ailing relative turns fatal for 3

Rediff.com12 minutes ago

A routine visit to Delhi turned into a devastating tragedy for a Rajasthan family, losing three members along with five Gurugram relatives in the Malviya Nagar guest house fire. The incident, which claimed 21 lives, highlights severe safety lapses at the five-floor building.

Shrinking Forests Fuel Deadly Elephant Encounters in Assam

Shrinking Forests Fuel Deadly Elephant Encounters in Assam

Rediff.com25 May 2026

The incidents resulted in 1,468 human deaths and 337 injuries, making it one of the country's gravest wildlife-related crises.

Delhi fire: Mother holding child among many who jumped to escape

Delhi fire: Mother holding child among many who jumped to escape

Rediff.com1 days ago

A devastating fire at a South Delhi bed-and-breakfast claimed at least 21 lives, prompting heroic efforts from locals who spread mattresses to save panic-stricken occupants jumping from the burning building.

SIF Accounts Cross 50,000 Milestone

SIF Accounts Cross 50,000 Milestone

Rediff.com12 hours ago

The SIF vertical, which allows MFs to offer complex products to relatively sophisticated investors, has managed to garner scale in just seven months of the launch of the first products.

Olympian Anish Bhanwala Wins Gold At Shooting Championship

Olympian Anish Bhanwala Wins Gold At Shooting Championship

Rediff.com9 May 2026

Olympian Anish Bhanwala won gold in the men's 25m rapid fire pistol event at the 24th Kumar Surendra Singh Memorial Shooting Championship. Suraj Sharma won silver and Vijayveer Sidhu took bronze.

Could This Hidden Himalayan Lake Trigger Massive Floods?

Could This Hidden Himalayan Lake Trigger Massive Floods?

Rediff.com14 May 2026

A team of scientists has identified a 'potentially dangerous' proglacial lake at 16,500 feet in Arunachal Pradesh's Mago Chu basin, a critical headwaters region of the Brahmaputra, warning of a possible Glacial Lake Outburst Flood (GLOF) due to rapid glacier transformation.

Decentro Secures Key Licence For Global Payment Services

Decentro Secures Key Licence For Global Payment Services

Rediff.com3 days ago

Fintech platform Decentro has received final approval for a Payment Service Provider (PSP) licence from the IFSCA at GIFT City, enhancing its cross-border payment capabilities.

Deadly fire puts Delhi's patient hotel hub under lens

Deadly fire puts Delhi's patient hotel hub under lens

Rediff.com21 hours ago

A devastating fire at a bed and breakfast hotel in Malviya Nagar, South Delhi, has claimed 21 lives, including foreign nationals. The incident has brought intense scrutiny to the densely packed area, a popular hub for patients seeking affordable accommodation near Max Hospital, raising serious concerns about fire safety compliance and building norms in such establishments.

Delhi Hotel Fire: Relatives grieve, say 'entire family destroyed in hours'

Delhi Hotel Fire: Relatives grieve, say 'entire family destroyed in hours'

Rediff.com5 hours ago

Mahender Garg, who lost eight family members in the devastating hotel fire in Delhi's Malviya Nagar, recounted his cousin's frantic last call and questioned the hotel's safety arrangements, stating, 'My entire family has been destroyed. We never imagined something like this could happen to us.'

African couple found dead in each other's arms in Delhi hotel fire

African couple found dead in each other's arms in Delhi hotel fire

Rediff.com6 hours ago

An African couple undergoing IVF treatment in Delhi were found dead in each other's arms after a devastating fire at a Malviya Nagar hotel claimed their lives along with 19 others. Rescuers described the scene as a profound symbol of love, with the couple embracing in their final moments.

ChatGPT Image Generation Crosses 1 Billion Milestone In India

ChatGPT Image Generation Crosses 1 Billion Milestone In India

Rediff.com18 May 2026

OpenAI CEO Sam Altman announces that ChatGPT image creation in India has surpassed 1 billion, less than a month after the release of ChatGPT Images 2.0.

Kharge says no proposal yet on K'taka cabinet, decisions after June 3

Kharge says no proposal yet on K'taka cabinet, decisions after June 3

Rediff.com4 days ago

Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge stated that no proposal has been received regarding the composition of the new Karnataka ministry under Chief Minister-designate D K Shivakumar, with decisions on ministers and key appointments expected after the swearing-in ceremony.

Why IAF Needs Russian Su-57 Stealth Fighter

Why IAF Needs Russian Su-57 Stealth Fighter

Rediff.com5 days ago

Pakistan is reportedly pursuing Chinese J-35 stealth fighters while China already operates hundreds of J-20 stealth aircraft.

'Conversation going on': Trump rejects reports of breakdown in US-Iran talks

'Conversation going on': Trump rejects reports of breakdown in US-Iran talks

Rediff.com1 days ago

US President Donald Trump has dismissed media reports suggesting that diplomatic negotiations between Washington and Tehran have stalled, maintaining that dialogue persists despite intensifying geopolitical friction across the Middle East.

Tendulkar hails Vaibhav Sooryavanshi: 'He's truly special'

Tendulkar hails Vaibhav Sooryavanshi: 'He's truly special'

Rediff.com4 days ago

Sachin Tendulkar has praised Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, urging coaches and mentors not to interfere with the youngster's natural instincts.

Report flags India's vulnerability to cyber attacks, CBRN threat

Report flags India's vulnerability to cyber attacks, CBRN threat

Rediff.com18 May 2026

A new report highlights India's increasing vulnerability to cyberattacks and CBRN threats due to geopolitical tensions, industrial growth, and urbanisation, calling for an urgent strengthening of its CBRN security strategy through collaboration and investment.