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How Fluent Is Your Dating Slang?

How Fluent Is Your Dating Slang?

Rediff.com7 Oct 2026

Take this quick quiz to find out if your dating lingo is completely fluent, slightly confused or stuck in the past!

Akash Ambani: 'IPO Is Just The Start Of Jio's Journey'

Akash Ambani: 'IPO Is Just The Start Of Jio's Journey'

Rediff.com6 days ago

'Reliance has had a very, very strong history of shareholder value and growth, and that's what we need to focus on the further journey from the IPO.'

Not invited to birthday party, neighbour kills UP teen

Not invited to birthday party, neighbour kills UP teen

Rediff.com13 Oct 2026

A 17-year-old boy, Arjun alias Pankaj, was allegedly stabbed to death by his neighbour, Vishal Kumar, in Bareilly, Uttar Pradesh, on Monday night. The incident occurred after Vishal, reportedly drunk, created a ruckus for not being invited to a birthday party. When Arjun intervened, Vishal allegedly stabbed him multiple times. Villagers apprehended Vishal, who had also allegedly made casteist remarks, and handed him over to the police. Legal proceedings are underway.

The American History Teacher Who Sings Outside SRK's Mannat

The American History Teacher Who Sings Outside SRK's Mannat

Rediff.com30 Sep 2026

American history teacher Eric Azevedo sings Hindi film songs on the streets of Mumbai, turning his passion for music into a way of life.

Guess How Much Jacqueline's Lace Sari Costs?

Guess How Much Jacqueline's Lace Sari Costs?

Rediff.com12 Oct 2026

Rashmika Mandanna, Kriti Sanon, Ranveer Singh, Gauri Khan and more stars celebrate Swadesh's first anniversary in style, dressed in stunning traditional ensembles.

IIT-B suicide: Wakode apologised for cheating, sought second chance

IIT-B suicide: Wakode apologised for cheating, sought second chance

Rediff.com13 Oct 2026

Police revealed that a 22-year-old IIT Bombay student, who died by suicide last month after being caught cheating, had submitted a written apology seeking a second chance. The Mumbai crime branch is investigating the death, with over 40 statements recorded, including those of the IIT-B director and a professor accused of harassment and caste-based discrimination by the student's parents. The professor has denied the allegations.

The Big Bollywood Quiz

The Big Bollywood Quiz

Rediff.com1 Oct 2026

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

Fans Celebrate Rajinikanth's Jailer 2 Release

Fans Celebrate Rajinikanth's Jailer 2 Release

Rediff.com7 days ago

Dhanush attends the premiere of Rajinikanth's highly anticipated film Jailer 2 in Chennai, as fans across India erupt in grand celebrations.

Fire breaks out at ONGC oil platform off Mumbai coast

Fire breaks out at ONGC oil platform off Mumbai coast

Rediff.com13 Oct 2026

A fire broke out at ONGC's NQG oil platform off the Mumbai coast on Monday morning due to a ruptured gas cooler finger. The fire was brought under control by personnel from a nearby platform, with no injuries reported. Despite the incident, a company official confirmed that operations have not been impacted, preventing potential significant revenue losses from the crucial Mumbai High field.

Navratri Day 3: Add A Pop Of Red With These Accessories

Navratri Day 3: Add A Pop Of Red With These Accessories

Rediff.com13 Oct 2026

Discover how to effortlessly incorporate red into your Navratri Day 3 festive outfits with stylish accessories, drawing inspiration from Indian celebrities.

Mahindra XUV 3XO ZNG: Where Power Meets CNG

Mahindra XUV 3XO ZNG: Where Power Meets CNG

Rediff.com6 days ago

Mahindra & Mahindra has officially expanded its popular compact SUV lineup with the launch of the Mahindra XUV 3XO ZNG, its first-ever mainstream CNG passenger vehicle at an introductory starting price of Rs 9.99 lakh (ex-showroom).

Sara Hits The Teer When It Comes To...

Sara Hits The Teer When It Comes To...

Rediff.com13 Oct 2026

Fresh off the buzz of her latest espionage comedy Udta Teer, Sara Ali Khan is proving that her target isn't just box office success; she is absolutely nailing her style game too.

India Wants To Develop Ties With China 'Once Again'

India Wants To Develop Ties With China 'Once Again'

Rediff.com7 days ago

'We are open to all countries around the world as long as we get a fair deal, as long as we are ensured continuity in the engagement.'

IMF projects India's growth at 7% by FY27, citing strong domestic demand

IMF projects India's growth at 7% by FY27, citing strong domestic demand

Rediff.com13 Oct 2026

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has increased India's growth forecast to 7 per cent for 2026-27, up from 6.4 per cent, attributing this robust outlook to resilient domestic demand and strong services activity, positioning India as one of the fastest-growing major economies.

Desi Cocktail: Kesar Ghewar Martini

Desi Cocktail: Kesar Ghewar Martini

Rediff.com9 Oct 2026

What happens when a festive Indian mithai meets booze and a cocktail shaker? The result is the indulgent Kesar Ghewar Martini. Inspired by the delicate flavours of ghewar, this creamy cocktail combines vodka with saffron-cardamom syrup, fresh lemon juice and rose water. A splash of chilled cream lends it a smooth richness, while saffron adds an elegant finishing touch.

Review: Whalefall Leaves You Gasping!

Review: Whalefall Leaves You Gasping!

Rediff.com6 days ago

If only it had held its breath a little longer and resisted the urge to explain so much, Whalefall could have been a knockout, notes Mayur Sanap.

Nine Navratri Life Insurance Lessons

Nine Navratri Life Insurance Lessons

Rediff.com14 Oct 2026

Here are nine lessons, one for each night of the Navratri festival, that can help any household think about protection clearly.

Street Fighter Review: All Fists, No Fun

Street Fighter Review: All Fists, No Fun

Rediff.com7 days ago

What starts off as a promise of an entertaining fantasy adventure turns into a parade of incredibly generic and full of clichs action slop, complains Mayur Sanap.

Drinking Lemon Water On An Empty Stomach Will Not Burn Belly Fat

Drinking Lemon Water On An Empty Stomach Will Not Burn Belly Fat

Rediff.com13 Oct 2026

Clinical nutritionist Amreen Sheikh explains why sipping lemon water may provide hydration and reduce bloating, but may not help burn belly fat.

Navratri Day 4: Kriti, Mouni's Electrifying Royal Blue Looks

Navratri Day 4: Kriti, Mouni's Electrifying Royal Blue Looks

Rediff.com14 Oct 2026

Navratri is all about celebrating devotion, colour and the energy of new beginnings, and Day 3 belongs to royal blue. The shade is associated with strength, richness and elegance, making it a striking choice for the festive season.

Aditi Rao Hydari's Paris Winter Look With A Desi Twist

Aditi Rao Hydari's Paris Winter Look With A Desi Twist

Rediff.com8 Oct 2026

Aditi Rao Hydari brought winter glam with a desi twist to Paris Fashion Week, balancing couture-like opulence with laid-back street style.

Travelling Without Cash: A Digital India Story

Travelling Without Cash: A Digital India Story

Rediff.com14 Oct 2026

'The smartphone had become my boarding pass, my digital ID, my train ticket repository, my taxi booking tool and my payment instrument,' says Brijesh Haldia

Hero Pilot Smit Machchhar Gets A Royal Visitor

Hero Pilot Smit Machchhar Gets A Royal Visitor

Rediff.com3 Oct 2026

On Saturday, October 3, Dubai's Crown Prince and UAE Deputy Prime Minister Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum visited Indian pilot Smit Machchhar, who is recuperating in a hospital after he was attacked mid-flight by his co-pilot.

India-US Trade Talks Hit Roadblock

India-US Trade Talks Hit Roadblock

Rediff.com8 Oct 2026

While India and the US have narrowed their differences, the remaining issues will be the hardest to resolve

Indian IT stocks record best week in 18 years amid global AI sell-off

Indian IT stocks record best week in 18 years amid global AI sell-off

Rediff.com5 days ago

Indian IT stocks have experienced their most significant weekly surge in 18 years, with the Nifty IT index climbing 11.72 per cent, as a global sell-off in AI-linked equities redirected investor attention towards India's IT services sector. This shift aligns with a JP Morgan report identifying India as a 'natural AI hedge' due to its large, liquid market and strong domestic institutional investor base.

'Nana Patekar Got Milder With Age'

'Nana Patekar Got Milder With Age'

Rediff.com7 days ago

'Nana left Mumbai, its luxuries and all the roles he could have played, and moved to Pune, where he lived like a farmer.'

Tata Power Powers India's Data Centre Boom

Tata Power Powers India's Data Centre Boom

Rediff.com14 Oct 2026

Tata Power is positioning itself as a key partner in India's rapidly expanding data centre ecosystem, with a significant opportunity pipeline across renewable energy, transmission, and distribution. The company is broadening its offerings to include comprehensive solutions like powered land and grid connectivity, actively supporting hyperscalers and AI-ready digital infrastructure, particularly in the Mumbai Metropolitan Region.

Lessons India Inc Can Learn From Tata Sons Turmoil

Lessons India Inc Can Learn From Tata Sons Turmoil

Rediff.com6 days ago

'The larger lesson for India Inc is that promoter oversight and professional management are not inherently contradictory. The difficulty arises when the boundaries between the two are unclear.'

When A Dream Took A 10 Year Break

When A Dream Took A 10 Year Break

Rediff.com14 Oct 2026

I spent a sleepless night arguing with myself and losing.I woke up early and decided to take the job. A year or two, I told myself. I can always walk out later. That was the plan. Ten years is a strange way of keeping a one-year promise to yourself.

Students Groups Protest Against Chief Election Commissioner

Students Groups Protest Against Chief Election Commissioner

Rediff.com2 Oct 2026

Members of the Students Federation of India and the Democratic Youth Federation of India staged a protest against Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar at Jantar Mantar, New Delhi, on October 2, 2026.

Decoding All The Jailer 2 Cameos

Decoding All The Jailer 2 Cameos

Rediff.com3 days ago

Jailer 2 brings back familiar allies, adds a couple of surprise faces and sets the stage for another showdown, but not every cameo gets the moment it deserves.

International Coffee Day: Coffee Lovers, This One's For You!

International Coffee Day: Coffee Lovers, This One's For You!

Rediff.com1 Oct 2026

This International Coffee Day, let's raise a mug to some delicious and rather unusual coffee drinks from India and around the world.

Yeh Jeevan Hai... Well Done Appa!!

Yeh Jeevan Hai... Well Done Appa!!

Rediff.com6 days ago

Some people leave behind a business. A rare few leave behind a place in people's hearts. Appa leaves behind both.

Kerala Assembly Passes Motion Against UPI MDR

Kerala Assembly Passes Motion Against UPI MDR

Rediff.com7 days ago

The Kerala Legislative Assembly has passed a motion urging the central government to completely withdraw the proposed Merchant Discount Rate (MDR) on UPI transactions exceeding Rs 2,000. Chief Minister V D Satheesan and CPI MLA K Rajan highlighted concerns that the MDR would increase business costs, harm small businesses, and reduce the appeal of digital payments, while the BJP argued it would not affect general public or small merchants.

Global Turmoil Makes Air Travel Unsafe

Global Turmoil Makes Air Travel Unsafe

Rediff.com6 days ago

The flydubai near-tragedy showed how the gratuitous conflicts their governments started in West Asia have made the world unsafe for them (and unfortunate co-passengers of other nationalities), points out Kanika Datta.

Navratri Day 3: Khushi, Shivangi Make Red Look Ravishing

Navratri Day 3: Khushi, Shivangi Make Red Look Ravishing

Rediff.com13 Oct 2026

Red is the colour of passion, power and prosperity, making it a fitting choice for the third day of Navratri.

Nayyi Navelli Review: Muddled Mix Of Mythology & Horror

Nayyi Navelli Review: Muddled Mix Of Mythology & Horror

Rediff.com6 days ago

Nayyi Navelli is a chaotic and forgettable cinematic experience, struggling to blend mythological, horror, and social commentary into a cohesive narrative, observes Sukanya Verma.

Man pushes girlfriend into gorge after she refuses to marry him

Man pushes girlfriend into gorge after she refuses to marry him

Rediff.com12 Oct 2026

A 23-year-old woman was allegedly murdered by her boyfriend in Kolhapur, Maharashtra, after she refused to marry him. The accused, Sripad Vadar, pushed her into a deep gorge near a waterfall. Police arrested Vadar after his inconsistent statements led to his confession and the recovery of the victim's body.

Revealed! The Story Behind Isha, Nita Ambani's Navratri Look

Revealed! The Story Behind Isha, Nita Ambani's Navratri Look

Rediff.com12 Oct 2026

When the Ambanis celebrate Indian craftsmanship, you can expect a masterclass in all things heritage, handwork and high fashion.

India's Medical Isotope Mission Needs Faster Corridors

India's Medical Isotope Mission Needs Faster Corridors

Rediff.com5 days ago

A country that makes the isotope sets the timetable for everyone who needs it.