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'Better half becomes bitter half': HC on troubled marriages

'Better half becomes bitter half': HC on troubled marriages

Rediff.com3 days ago

The Delhi High Court has highlighted the paradoxical nature of marriage, noting that unresolved issues can turn a "better half" into a "bitter half." These observations were made while acquitting a man, Nafe Singh, who was previously sentenced for attempting to murder his wife by pouring insecticide into her mouth. The court found insufficient evidence regarding his intent, granting him the benefit of doubt.

Auto, taxi drivers get one year to learn Marathi: Fadnavis

Auto, taxi drivers get one year to learn Marathi: Fadnavis

Rediff.com1 days ago

Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis announced a one-year grace period for auto-rickshaw and taxi drivers to learn functional Marathi. This decision comes after the Transport Department issued notices to drivers who failed a Marathi test, prompting driver organisations to request more time due to varying age groups and educational backgrounds. During this period, no action will be taken, and Marathi classes and study materials will be provided.

Alcaraz returns to loaded US Open half; Sabalenka drawn into tough title defence

Alcaraz returns to loaded US Open half; Sabalenka drawn into tough title defence

Rediff.com1 days ago

Defending champions Carlos Alcaraz and Aryna Sabalenka face challenging US Open draws, with Alcaraz sharing a loaded half with Djokovic and Sabalenka pursuing a historic three-peat.

Morne Morkel hails Prasidh Krishna's resilience, calls him 'world-class'

Morne Morkel hails Prasidh Krishna's resilience, calls him 'world-class'

Rediff.com3 days ago

India bowling coach Morne Morkel has lauded pacer Prasidh Krishna for his resilience in ignoring 'outside voices' and working hard to develop into a 'world-class bowler', highlighting his impressive performance against Sri Lanka.

It's frustrating, but 10 out of 10 for the effort and intent: Shubman Gill

It's frustrating, but 10 out of 10 for the effort and intent: Shubman Gill

Rediff.com1 days ago

Shubman Gill called India's drawn second Test against Sri Lanka frustrating but praised his players' effort, cleared Mohammad Siraj of injury concerns and backed India's WTC qualification hopes.

After Awarapan 2, Amaal Mallik Takes A Break From Music

After Awarapan 2, Amaal Mallik Takes A Break From Music

Rediff.com14 hours ago

Composer and singer Amaal Mallik has announced a temporary hiatus from music production, citing the need to prioritise his health and well-being.

CM Vijay breaks TN assembly tradition, moves to ministers' row

CM Vijay breaks TN assembly tradition, moves to ministers' row

Rediff.com1 days ago

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay departed from a long-standing Assembly tradition by sitting with ministers in the front row instead of his designated chair. This move, considered unprecedented for a chief minister, occurred during a session where the presence of department secretaries was also debated.

Should You Invest In Balanced Hybrid Funds?

Should You Invest In Balanced Hybrid Funds?

Rediff.com1 days ago

'Since the category has a limited track record, assess the fund manager's experience across equity and debt market cycles rather than relying only on past returns.'

India Set For AFC U-17 Asian Cup Qualifiers Challenge In Malaysia

India Set For AFC U-17 Asian Cup Qualifiers Challenge In Malaysia

Rediff.com1 days ago

India has been drawn into Group E of the AFC U-17 Men's Asian Cup Qualifiers, alongside hosts Malaysia, Palestine, Singapore, and Guam. The qualifiers will take place in Malaysia from November 11 to 20, with India aiming for their 11th appearance in the main tournament, scheduled for Uzbekistan in 2027.

League Cup: Leeds beat Forest again; Brentford rout Birmingham City

League Cup: Leeds beat Forest again; Brentford rout Birmingham City

Rediff.com2 days ago

Leeds United defeated Nottingham Forest 2-0 to advance to the third round of the League Cup, marking their second victory over Forest in four days.

Nagendra offered to quit to save Congress from embarrassment: Shivakumar

Nagendra offered to quit to save Congress from embarrassment: Shivakumar

Rediff.com6 hours ago

Karnataka Chief Minister D K Shivakumar confirmed that Minister B Nagendra has offered to resign to avoid embarrassing the Congress party and the government, despite Shivakumar's insistence on Nagendra's innocence in the alleged Valmiki Scheduled Tribes Development Corporation scam. The Chief Minister stated he would consult the party high command before making a final decision.

CISF Partners With DFI To Strengthen Counter-Drone Defences At Vital Installations

CISF Partners With DFI To Strengthen Counter-Drone Defences At Vital Installations

Rediff.com9 hours ago

The Central Industrial Security Force (CISF) has signed an MoU with the Drone Federation of India (DFI) to enhance its counter-drone capabilities. This partnership aims to strengthen security at vital installations like airports, nuclear facilities, and oil refineries by fostering engagement with Indian drone startups and technology companies for capacity building, research, and operational readiness against aerial threats.

'Ethanol Blending Has Not Led to Sugar's Price Rise'

'Ethanol Blending Has Not Led to Sugar's Price Rise'

Rediff.com18 hours ago

'The ethanol blended with petrol programme should not be halted or reconsidered.' 'India is not experiencing a structural sugar shortage, and the ethanol blending roadmap does not compete with food security or drive domestic price increases.'

Mascarenhas And Karumbaiah Tackle First Gravel Rally In WRC3

Mascarenhas And Karumbaiah Tackle First Gravel Rally In WRC3

Rediff.com12 hours ago

Indian rally champions Dean Mascarenhas and co-driver Gagan Karumbaiah are set to compete in their second WRC3 event of the season, Rally del Paraguay. This marks their first gravel rally in the championship, following previous appearances in the Canary Islands and Rome, as they continue to gain international experience.

Djokovic eyes 25th Grand Slam as Zverev emerges as biggest threat in New York

Djokovic eyes 25th Grand Slam as Zverev emerges as biggest threat in New York

Rediff.com10 hours ago

Novak Djokovic enters the US Open with renewed hopes of a record 25th Grand Slam, boosted by Sinner's injury and Alcaraz's uncertain return, but faces Zverev.

Abhishek Banerjee rules out TMC return for 'traitors'

Abhishek Banerjee rules out TMC return for 'traitors'

Rediff.com4 hours ago

Trinamool Congress national general secretary Abhishek Banerjee on Friday said not a single "traitor", who crossed over to the dissident factions to "protect their backs", will be allowed to return to the party.

Vijay's Tamil Nadu Attracts Rs 1 Trillion In Investment Commitment

Vijay's Tamil Nadu Attracts Rs 1 Trillion In Investment Commitment

Rediff.com2 days ago

'If investors are trusting a new establishment in Tamil Nadu, it speaks a lot of the state's investment climate.'

Wrestling Federation Of India Announces Separate Teams For World Championships

Wrestling Federation Of India Announces Separate Teams For World Championships

Rediff.com12 hours ago

The Wrestling Federation of India (WFI) has decided to send separate teams to the U23 Senior World Wrestling Championship and the Senior World Wrestling Championship due to the short interval between the two events, aiming to ensure optimal preparation and performance for Indian wrestlers.

Neetu David: 'Power-hitting training crucial for women's domestic cricket'

Neetu David: 'Power-hitting training crucial for women's domestic cricket'

Rediff.com2 days ago

Former India spinner Neetu David, now head of scouting for UP Warriorz, highlights the need for focused power-hitting training in women's domestic cricket to strengthen both WPL teams and the national side, despite promising spin talent at junior levels.

US halts visa interviews globally amid Trump's immigration crackdown

US halts visa interviews globally amid Trump's immigration crackdown

Rediff.com2 days ago

The US State Department has paused visa appointments worldwide to conduct a 'global training initiative' for consular officers, aiming to ensure applicants are not likely to become a 'public charge' and are comprehensively evaluated, intensifying President Donald Trump's immigration crackdown.

Duleep Trophy: Arshdeep sends Test warning with 4-wicket haul

Duleep Trophy: Arshdeep sends Test warning with 4-wicket haul

Rediff.com2 days ago

Indian pacer Arshdeep Singh successfully tested his four-day cricket fitness in the Duleep Trophy quarter-final, delivering a strong performance for North Zone. He expressed satisfaction at the rare opportunity to play red-ball cricket, focusing on building rhythm and assessing his endurance, which he believes will benefit his overall game.

Style, Style, Style... That's Tara Sutaria's Mantra

Style, Style, Style... That's Tara Sutaria's Mantra

Rediff.com19 hours ago

Tara Sutaria's recent fashion streak feels like a very glamorous reminder of how the stylish '80s can inspire you.

Nagal's US Open Journey Ends Early In Qualifying Round

Nagal's US Open Journey Ends Early In Qualifying Round

Rediff.com1 days ago

Indian tennis player Sumit Nagal was defeated in straight sets by top seed Arthur Gea in the opening round of the US Open qualifying tournament, extending his streak of not reaching a Grand Slam main draw to seven events. Nagal will now focus on the upcoming Davis Cup clash.

Bengal to fast-track CAA hearings, 23,000 get citizenship: CM Suvendu

Bengal to fast-track CAA hearings, 23,000 get citizenship: CM Suvendu

Rediff.com3 days ago

West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari on Monday said that hearings of applications for citizenship under the CAA will soon be over, and so far the state has issued certificates to 23,000 people out of 2.30 lakh applicants.

Race Against Time in Wayanad Landslide

Race Against Time in Wayanad Landslide

Rediff.com8 Jul 2026

Glimpses from the ongoing search and rescue operation after a deadly landslide at the Kalladi tunnel construction site in Wayanad.

Get A Scholarship Worth Rs 75,000

Get A Scholarship Worth Rs 75,000

Rediff.com15 hours ago

The scholarship is open to students from Classes 1 to 12, as well as those pursuing their diploma, ITI, polytechnic, undergraduate and postgraduate courses, including both general and professional programmes.

Praggnanandhaa Scripts History With Grand Chess Tour Crown

Praggnanandhaa Scripts History With Grand Chess Tour Crown

Rediff.com22 hours ago

Indian Grandmaster Praggnanandhaa Rameshbabu made history by winning his maiden Grand Chess Tour Finals title in St.Louis, becoming the first Indian to achieve this feat. He staged a remarkable comeback against Fabiano Caruana, securing the title with a 15-13 score after winning rapid games and holding his ground in blitz.

Szoboszlai Penalty Earns Liverpool Dramatic Draw With Newcastle

Szoboszlai Penalty Earns Liverpool Dramatic Draw With Newcastle

Rediff.com5 days ago

Liverpool secured a dramatic 2-2 draw against Newcastle United at St James' Park, with Dominik Szoboszlai converting a stoppage-time penalty. The match also served as a tribute to the late Kevin Keegan, a shared hero for both clubs, with fans and former players honouring his legacy. Goals from Anthony Elanga and Joe Willock for Newcastle were cancelled out by Cody Gakpo and Szoboszlai's late equaliser for Liverpool.

Modi speaks with Nepal PM; India rushes 1st tranche of aid

Modi speaks with Nepal PM; India rushes 1st tranche of aid

Rediff.com2 days ago

India has dispatched the first tranche of 10 tonnes of humanitarian assistance and disaster relief (HADR) to Nepal following devastating flash floods that killed at least 95 people along the Nepal-Tibet border.

Babita Singh Reporting Review: Cop Movie With A Difference

Babita Singh Reporting Review: Cop Movie With A Difference

Rediff.com14 hours ago

Babita Singh Reporting goes past the messy homes and humming markets to reflect the daredevilry of a protagonist coming into her own. What ensues is a raw and thrilling marriage of momentum and meltdown across awkward inquiries made within junkie hideouts, suspicious relatives, battered classmates and Ravan's effigy, applauds Sukanya Verma.

Music Legend Dolly Parton Dies At 80

Music Legend Dolly Parton Dies At 80

Rediff.com2 days ago

Country music legend Dolly Parton, the iconic singer-songwriter known for hits like I Will Always Love You and Jolene, has passed away at 80, leaving behind an unparalleled legacy as the best-selling female country music artist of all time.

Tiangong Ultra: How China's humanoid robot shattered Usain Bolt's 100m record

Tiangong Ultra: How China's humanoid robot shattered Usain Bolt's 100m record

Rediff.com16 hours ago

A made-in-China humanoid robot, Tiangong Ultra, has shattered Usain Bolt's 100-metre sprint world record, completing the distance in 8.64 seconds compared to Bolt's 9.58 seconds. While a significant technological advancement, experts note the robot's running style differs greatly from humans, highlighting both its strengths in speed and areas where it still lags, such as decision-making and perception.

'The pressure is on another level': Harmanpreet on India-Pakistan clash

'The pressure is on another level': Harmanpreet on India-Pakistan clash

Rediff.com3 days ago

Harmanpreet Kaur says a winning culture is taking shape in the Indian women's cricket team as they prepare for the Asia Cup and Asian Games.

Mumbai firm get Nadcap nod, boosts aircraft component sourcing from India

Mumbai firm get Nadcap nod, boosts aircraft component sourcing from India

Rediff.com3 days ago

Mumbai-based TCR Engineering Services has become the first independent company in India to receive Nadcap accreditation for materials testing at its Navi Mumbai and Vadodara laboratories, a crucial step for Indian suppliers to enter the global aerospace supply chain.

School cook who molested 22 girls was jailed under POCSO Act

School cook who molested 22 girls was jailed under POCSO Act

Rediff.com18 hours ago

A cook at a government ashram school in Thane district, Ganpat Gavli, arrested for allegedly molesting 22 minor female students, was a habitual offender who had previously been jailed under the POCSO Act and reinstated, an official revealed.

India coach's 'free-hit' idea to solve no-ball crisis

India coach's 'free-hit' idea to solve no-ball crisis

Rediff.com2 days ago

Indian spin bowling coach Sairaj Bahutule has suggested introducing free-hits in Test cricket to curb the increasing problem of no-balls, a concern highlighted by Indian spinners overstepping 10 times in the ongoing Test against Sri Lanka. He acknowledged the issue and the efforts being made to rectify it.

Could Nepal's Disaster Have Been Foreseen?

Could Nepal's Disaster Have Been Foreseen?

Rediff.com1 days ago

'This is no longer a single-hazard problem; it is a cascading, multi-hazard problem. A landslide never occurs in isolation. This entire chain is the cascading effect of what looks, at first, like a single disaster.'

Amit Shah Leads Review For India's 2036 Olympics, 2030 CWG Bids

Amit Shah Leads Review For India's 2036 Olympics, 2030 CWG Bids

Rediff.com19 hours ago

Home Minister Amit Shah chaired a high-level meeting in Ahmedabad to review India's preparations for hosting the 2030 Commonwealth Games and its bid for the 2036 Olympic Games. The meeting, also attended by Union Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya and Gujarat's Deputy CM Harsh Sanghavi, highlighted the government's commitment to establishing India as a global sporting destination. Discussions also covered the 2029 World Police and Fire Games, set to be held in Ahmedabad.

Wimbledon champion Linda Noskova plays it cool ahead of US Open challenge

Wimbledon champion Linda Noskova plays it cool ahead of US Open challenge

Rediff.com5 hours ago

Wimbledon champion Linda Noskova enters the US Open with a low-key mindset, insisting her breakthrough Grand Slam victory has not changed her approach or added pressure.

Who Should Avoid F&O Trading?

Who Should Avoid F&O Trading?

Rediff.com20 hours ago

Futures and options (F&O) trading suits investors with good market knowledge, sufficient risk capital, a tested strategy and strong discipline.