Ganesh Chaturthi is a time for prayer, family and always feasting. Nine recipes for you.
Interventional cardiologist Dr Vijay Surase tells you how simple habits like sitting for too long or doomscrolling for hours can put your heart at risk.
'I'm talking about God, not some character in a film. That was the challenge that I had to bring out in Ranbir Kapoor's character. The costume was not important, what was important was a visual effect, where you look at him, there should be a certain kind of warmth in your heart.'
Families from Mumbai, Pune, Germany and New Zealand share their Ganeshotsav 2026 celebrations with unique decorations, heartfelt prayers, and festive devotion.
Sukanya Verma quizzes you to find out just how much you know about the movies.
Students at Lovely Professional University (LPU) in Phagwara are facing abuse and harassment after the university released a video featuring them, allegedly without their consent, to dismiss claims of a student's rape. The students involved claim the video was cropped and they were not consulted before its release, leading to further distress amidst campus protests and highway blockage.
Lord Ganesha comes in various forms and each one lives in your heart. Enjoy these pictures from Rediff readers.
Ganeshotsav 2026 celebrations span Jaipur, Odisha, Goa, Mumbai, and Nashville in the USA, as devotees share heartfelt prayers, first-time experiences, and festive joy.
'Let's preserve our culture. Let's have this couple preserve their decorum.'
From lifelong traditions to four generations celebrating together, these Ganeshotsav moments capture the joy of welcoming Bappa home.
rediffGURU Dr Nagarajan JSK, a career counsellor with nearly 34 years of experience in teaching, research and career guidance, answers students' questions about engineering and dental admissions, counselling rounds, college preferences and admission prospects.
The Vvaan - Force Of The Forrest, which is now screening in theatres, has put the spotlight firmly on Tamannaah Bhatia's sari wardrobe.
Thank you, Dear Readers, for sharing your pictures of Lord Ganesha.
Thank you, Dear Readers, for sharing your pictures of Lord Ganesha.
'You have to set new boundaries with your parents. This will be uncomfortable but necessary in the long run,' counsels rediffGURU Anu Krishna, a mind coach and co-founder of Unfear Changemakers.
Indian athlete Parul Chaudhary expressed her satisfaction after winning two bronze medals at the Asian Games 2026 in Aichi-Nagoya, despite facing tough competition in both the 5000m and 3000m steeplechase events.
Telugu actor Allu Sirish complained to Hyderabad Police about a temple playing loud music late at night, disturbing residents. He clarified his complaint was about civic sense, not religious devotion, after facing criticism from netizens.
Thank you, Dear Readers, for sharing your pictures of Lord Ganesha.
Families from Ahmedabad, Mumbai, Noida, Nagpur, and even Magdeburg in Germany share their Ganeshotsav 2026 celebrations with unique decorations, heartfelt prayers, and festive devotion.
India's favourite teatime indulgence, the samosa, comes with many kinds of stuffings.
Sukanya Verma quizzes you to find out just how much you know about the movies.
Cardiologist Dr Vivek Mahajan explains the heart attack symptoms women often mistake for acidity, stress, menopause or fatigue, and when to seek help.
India's Asian Games gold medalists in kabaddi and shooting received a grand welcome at the IGI Airport.
Actress Florence Pugh has voiced strong support for a Cornell University student who was allegedly gang-raped, criticising the university's lenient handling of the accused. Pugh expressed her outrage at the systemic failure to protect women and the disproportionate consequences faced by victims versus perpetrators.
Students at Scottish Church College in Kolkata allege they were threatened with academic repercussions for refusing to participate in a play titled 'Namo Seva -- Untold Stories', a charge denied by the principal who states participation is voluntary and follows state directives.
Veteran golfer Khalin Joshi has significantly extended his lead to six shots at the halfway stage of the Bengaluru Open 2026, following a strong four-under 68 in the second round. He now stands at 15-under 129, with local teenager Manoj S in second place.
Govinda's recent visit to Mumbai's iconic Lalbaugcha Raja with his Roopa co-star Komal Rani Swarnkar has fuelled ongoing relationship rumours, prompting cryptic comments from his wife Sunita Ahuja and strong reactions from Kashmera Shah.
Along with prayers and devotion to Lord Krishna, Janmashtami brings food celebrations, of course.
Thank you, Dear Readers, for sharing your pictures of Lord Ganesha.
10 states, 10 delicious coconut recipes for World Coconut Day
The Supreme Court has directed the Centre to explore a statutory framework to ensure social media intermediaries comply with Indian laws regarding minors, particularly concerning their inability to independently enter into contracts. The court highlighted the need for safeguards to protect children from potential harms on digital platforms, including exploitation and misuse of data, and asked the Solicitor General to examine incorporating these requirements into intermediary rules.
'Being a mother is not an easy job and you are a working single mother. Give yourself some credit for managing all of this. Be proud of yourself. That positivity and confidence will naturally rub off on your daughter,' says rediffGURU Archana Deshpande.
Dr Pooja Chaudhary, consultant-obstetrics, gynaecology and laparoscopic surgery at Motherhood Hospitals, explains how you can manage your thyroid-related health problems.
'Eastern Ladakh set the relationship back by about 10 steps. So far, especially since Galwan, we may have taken just 4 steps forward.'
Esha Singh reveals how her mother's blunt 'shut up and sleep' advice helped her overcome pressure and win silver in the Asian Games 25m pistol.
The Supreme Court has refused to grant an interim stay on the imposition of Merchant Discount Rate (MDR) on UPI person-to-merchant transactions exceeding Rs 2,000, which is set to take effect from October 15. The court has agreed to examine the challenge to this new fee and has issued notices to the Centre, RBI, and NPCI, seeking their responses within four weeks. A Public Interest Litigation (PIL) argues that the levy lacks statutory safeguards, transparency, and public consultation, and could adversely affect merchants and consumers.
A seven-year-old girl in Balrampur, Uttar Pradesh, died after allegedly collapsing due to loud music from a Ganesh immersion procession. Two individuals, the DJ owner and operator, have been arrested, and a police officer suspended for negligence. The incident has led to a ban on DJs during upcoming festivals in the municipal area.
