Diwali dressing doesn't always have to mean reaching for the same old red, pink or gold. If you're looking to give your festive wardrobe a refresh this year, consider stepping outside the usual colour palette.
Glimpses of Cyclone Arnab battering India's eastern coast, bringing heavy rain, rough seas, flooding and widespread damage across Odisha, Andhra Pradesh and neighbouring regions, on October 28.
Glimpses of Cyclone Arnab battering India's eastern coast, bringing heavy rain, rough seas, flooding and widespread damage across Odisha, Andhra Pradesh and neighbouring regions, on October 28.
rediffGURU Dr Upneet Kaur recommends how you can support your partner by staying calm in public and expressing your opinion in private.
If Khushi Kapoor's wardrobe were a film, it would probably be a romantic comedy with pretty outfits, dreamy details and plenty of main-character moments. One day she's wearing a floral corset top with jeans, the next she's stepping out in a butter-yellow skirt suit or a crystal-encrusted gown. Her style has a soft, feminine streak, but she isn't afraid to switch things up with a little sparkle, bold silhouettes and unexpected edge.
'Nobody, even the government, cannot compel Gyanesh Kumar to resign. He can only be removed through a constitutionally laid down process of impeachment. If he does get impeached, there will be political fallout on Mr Modi's government.'
Readers expecting the familiar sensory experience of the smell of books, rows of paperbacks, and the quiet satisfaction of browsing without an agenda will find something different.
'You have made a film which is rage bait so that more people will watch it and get incited.'
'He held my hand when I was at my lowest.'
The Kapoors' annual Karva Chauth celebration was a star-studded affair, with Bollywood's leading ladies and their families coming together at Anil and Sunita Kapoor's Mumbai home.
While remaining cautious of the unpredictability of a bruised Trump administration, New Delhi, and other world capitals, could go slow on the investment pledges made to stave off tariffs.
New Zealand opener Devon Conway has been ruled out of the first One-Day International against India after sustaining a head injury during a training session collision with fast bowler Matt Henry.
The US Navy's Joint Typhoon Warning Center (JTWC) has predicted that Cyclone Arnab could intensify into a powerful storm with winds reaching 222 kmph, significantly higher than the India Meteorological Department's (IMD) forecast of 125-135 kmph at landfall. Coastal Andhra Pradesh is bracing for potential severe weather and a sea surge.
Vance was sceptical about the war against Iran and was the only figure in Trump's circle who refused to endorse Benjamin Netanyahu's bid for re-election as prime minister, points out Ambassador M K Bhadrakumar.
In a shocking incident, a 12-year-old girl allegedly killed a four-year-old boy in an act of revenge after being scolded over a chocolate.
A 50-year-old man in Ludhiana allegedly stabbed his 49-year-old wife to death on suspicion of infidelity, just two days after returning from Australia. The victim, Kamaldeep Kaur, was found with multiple stab wounds by her son. The accused, Ravinder Singh, has been arrested, and police suspect the murder was premeditated.
Some 73 speakers assembled on October 26 and 27 at the Raffles University at Neemrana in Rajasthan, a few with clearly tenuous ties with diplomacy, but were deemed to add value to the proceedings, notes Krishnan Srinivasan.
From spooky vampires and Wednesday Addams to Batman and princesses, Bollywood stars had plenty of fun celebrating Halloween 2026.
India's central cyber security agency, I4C, has issued a critical warning to banks, NBFCs, and fintech firms regarding a surge in financially motivated cyberattacks leveraging artificial intelligence agents. These AI-driven attacks enable hackers to compromise systems and execute fraudulent transactions at machine speed, making investigations complex due to record deletion. The advisory, issued in collaboration with CERT-In, urges financial institutions to implement robust security measures, align with CERT-In's blueprint, and report incidents promptly to mitigate the escalating threat.
Glimpses of the Indian Air Force's spectacular aerial display over the Ganga in Varanasi.
Glimpses of Sonia Gandhi as she offers a first look at her upcoming book, Belonging: A Journey of Love.
Ladakh can be as tiring as it is fascinating -- it's not just the high altitude that takes the breath away, but the beauty in every turn of the road.
Artisan Bijoy Debnath gives the final touch to a unique Goddess Durga idol crafted with 700 matchsticks for Durga Puja in Agartala.
A 16-year-old girl was allegedly sexually assaulted multiple times by a police inspector at the Crime Branch office in North Goa, with the assistance of a woman. Police have registered a case under the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita and POCSO Act against Inspector Vikas Deykar and Ranjini Palyekar. The DGP has stated a zero-tolerance policy and initiated action.
'We heard a lot of concern, especially from women in India, that they were worried people would take screenshots of their profiles and share them on social media or with friends. So, we have blocked the ability to take screenshots.'
'Having grown up away from the glare of the limelight and the intrusive nature of paparazzi culture, the children were deeply distressed by the sudden intrusion into their privacy at such a difficult time.' 'In their grief and anguish, some of their reactions may have been directed towards certain members of the media. I sincerely regret any hurt this may have caused.'
For AP, retirement will bring a change of uniform. For the rest of us, it will be another reminder of how far we have travelled since those days at the Academy. The Air Force will miss him. Air Commodore Nitin Sathe (retd) salutes Amar Preet Singh, his NDA coursemate, as he retires as chief of the air staff.
Suriya delivers a fun performance as a brilliant yet eccentric detective in Jithu Madhavan's Scene, that entertainingly infuses humour into a cat-and-mouse thriller, commends Sreeju Sudhakaran.
The 2027 Asian Cup in Saudi Arabia has been postponed to December amid regional conflict, attacks on the kingdom and concerns over travel and security disruptions.
The crispy home-made snack goes well with a hot cup of chaaya, kaapi or kattan or black tea/coffee, says Divya Nair.
From Baadshah to Happy Patel: Khatarnak Jasoos, these spy comedies prove that espionage can be a laughing matter, even when promising premises go sometimes spectacularly off course.
Delhi's air quality deteriorated to the 'Poor' category on October 22, 2026, with the Air Quality Index (AQI) recorded at 237-238 by the Central Pollution Control Board. A smog layer covered landmarks including India Gate, Kartavya Path, Akshardham Temple and Anand Vihar, while joggers carried on their morning routine and vehicles moved through the haze. Old Delhi's Jama Masjid also appeared hazy a day earlier.
As many as 15,000-20,000 frontline retail jobs have reportedly been rationalised, with further cuts feared.
Nayanthara's divine powers cannot save Mookuthi Amman 2 from its screenplay that feels as outdated as its idea of comedy.
From grand mythological spectacles and monster mayhem to action-packed thrillers, November promises a packed big-screen line-up.
With National Candy Day giving us the perfect excuse to indulge our sweet tooth, we're taking inspiration from Bollywood's best-dressed ladies and their colourful outfits. Whether you're drawn to the dreamy charm of pastel candy shades or the bold appeal of a sunshine-yellow hue, there's a colour personality waiting to be discovered.
An American shrimp producer's complaint against an Indian exporter over alleged forced labour could threaten 35% of India's marine exports to the US.
Some outfits are beautiful. Others carry a little piece of your family history. Sharvari Wagh recently brought both together by wearing her mother's treasured pink Patola sari, giving the traditional heirloom a contemporary fashion twist.
'Borrowers may stop EMIs if the loan or tripartite agreement expressly permits suspension, including where disbursements or repayments are linked to specified construction milestones.'
'It is not the market that is a competitor to SIPs . It is your lifestyle.'
