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French Open: Players demand fairer revenue sharing, stronger representation

French Open: Players demand fairer revenue sharing, stronger representation

Rediff.com22 May 2026

A simmering dispute between players and the Grand Slams over revenue sharing intensified at the French Open on Friday, with Novak Djokovic warning the sport risked further fragmentation as leading players pressed for a greater voice in shaping its future.

Amit Shah Counters Concerns Over Southern States' Representation After Delimitation

Amit Shah Counters Concerns Over Southern States' Representation After Delimitation

Rediff.com16 Apr 2026

Union Home Minister Amit Shah refuted claims that southern states will have reduced representation in the Lok Sabha after the implementation of women's reservation and delimitation of constituencies, assuring an increase in both the number of seats and percentage of power.

Amit Shah Counters Concerns Over Southern States' Representation After Delimitation

Amit Shah Counters Concerns Over Southern States' Representation After Delimitation

Rediff.com16 Apr 2026

Union Home Minister Amit Shah refuted claims that southern states will have reduced representation in the Lok Sabha after the implementation of women's reservation and delimitation of constituencies, assuring an increase in both the number of seats and percentage of power.

8 Asteroids That Gave Earth A Near Miss

8 Asteroids That Gave Earth A Near Miss

Rediff.com21 hours ago

You may not know that nearly every year a handful of asteroids skim past Earth at distances that are startlingly close in astronomical terms.

Iran invites Kharge, Cong leaders to Khamenei's funeral

Iran invites Kharge, Cong leaders to Khamenei's funeral

Rediff.com1 days ago

Iran has extended an invitation to Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge and other party leaders, including Salman Khurshid and Pawan Khera, to attend the burial ceremonies of its late supreme leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. The ceremonies are scheduled from July 5 to 9 across various Iranian cities. India will also be represented by Minister of State for External Affairs Pabitra Margherita and Bihar Governor Ata Hasnain.

Join politics to combat anti-India sentiment, PIO lawmakers tell desis

Join politics to combat anti-India sentiment, PIO lawmakers tell desis

Rediff.com24 Jun 2026

Indian-American lawmakers are encouraging the diaspora to actively participate in US politics and run for public office at all levels. This call comes amidst increasing incidents of anti-India and anti-Hindu hate, with leaders emphasising that political representation is crucial to address community concerns and ensure their voices are heard.

Wrongly Credited NSE Shares Spark Battle

Wrongly Credited NSE Shares Spark Battle

Rediff.com4 days ago

NSE's draft prospectus discloses a legal dispute over 5,000 shares allegedly transferred by mistake into an individual investor's demat account.

Honeymoon murder case: Meghalaya moves SC against bail to Sonam

Honeymoon murder case: Meghalaya moves SC against bail to Sonam

Rediff.com22 hours ago

The Meghalaya government has approached the Supreme Court to challenge the bail granted to Sonam Raghuvanshi, who is accused of murdering her husband during their honeymoon. The state argues that the High Court erred in its decision, citing a typographical error in the grounds of arrest and the risk of the accused absconding.

Strong tremors in Delhi, J-K as 6.2-magnitude quake hits Afghanistan

Strong tremors in Delhi, J-K as 6.2-magnitude quake hits Afghanistan

Rediff.com5 days ago

A 6.2-magnitude earthquake originating in Afghanistan caused strong tremors across Delhi-NCR and Jammu and Kashmir, leading to panic but no immediate reports of damage or casualties.

Beed woman strangles alcoholic husband, covers it up as heart attack

Beed woman strangles alcoholic husband, covers it up as heart attack

Rediff.com1 days ago

A 40-year-old woman in Beed, Maharashtra, has been arrested for allegedly strangling her alcoholic husband and attempting to conceal the murder by claiming he died of a heart attack. Police became suspicious due to marks on the victim's body, leading to her confession.

Sivagiri Mutt Head Calls for Equal Political Representation for Backward Communities in Kerala

Sivagiri Mutt Head Calls for Equal Political Representation for Backward Communities in Kerala

Rediff.com14 Mar 2026

Sivagiri Mutt head Swami Satchidananda has voiced concerns over the lack of adequate representation for backward communities in elections by political parties in Kerala, India. He also welcomed the Kerala High Court decision disqualifying the leadership of the SNDP Yogam.

Historic Return: Cricket's LA28 Olympic Qualification System Approved

Historic Return: Cricket's LA28 Olympic Qualification System Approved

Rediff.com3 days ago

The International Olympic Committee (IOC) Executive Board has officially approved the qualification system for cricket at the LA Olympic 2028, marking the sport's return after 128 years. The event will feature men's and women's T20 competitions with six teams each.

Muslim leader writes in blood to Modi to declare cow as 'Rashtra Mata'

Muslim leader writes in blood to Modi to declare cow as 'Rashtra Mata'

Rediff.com3 days ago

Samajwadi Party leader Zeeshan Ansari has written a letter in his blood to Prime Minister Narendra Modi, demanding that the cow be declared "Rashtra Mata" (Mother of the Nation). Ansari, a Muslim, stated his initiative aims to clarify the BJP's stance on the cow, highlighting its special place in Indian sentiments.

Bangalore IT firm creche staff shut kids in washing machine, jetsprayed water in mouth

Bangalore IT firm creche staff shut kids in washing machine, jetsprayed water in mouth

Rediff.com1 days ago

An FIR has been registered against five women employees of a daycare centre in Bengaluru's Brookefield for allegedly physically abusing toddlers. The abuse, captured in videos shared via WhatsApp, includes threatening children, putting them in a washing machine, and spraying water into their mouths. Police are investigating the matter under the Juvenile Justice Act.

Supreme Court Addresses Legal Representation for Manipur Violence Victims

Supreme Court Addresses Legal Representation for Manipur Violence Victims

Rediff.com24 Mar 2026

The Supreme Court has requested a response from the Manipur State Legal Authority regarding the appointment of legal aid counsel for two women allegedly paraded naked during the 2023 ethnic clashes in Manipur. This follows a plea from the CBI against the Gauhati High Court's decision to grant bail to two accused in the case.

Maharashtra students who haven't updated Aadhaar IDs won't lose benefits: Minister

Maharashtra students who haven't updated Aadhaar IDs won't lose benefits: Minister

Rediff.com19 hours ago

Maharashtra School Education Minister Dada Bhuse stated that despite 5.5 lakh students having non-updated Aadhaar IDs, no student is being deprived of government scheme benefits or facing educational hurdles. He clarified that the government is actively conducting special camps and has issued instructions to ensure continuous access to education and benefits while the update drive is underway.

Heroin-smuggling drone bound for India crashes in Pakistan's Punjab

Heroin-smuggling drone bound for India crashes in Pakistan's Punjab

Rediff.com3 days ago

A drone carrying 5 kg of heroin, allegedly being smuggled to India, crashed in Pakistan's Narang Mandi area, close to the India-Pakistan border. Police have seized the drone and the contraband, initiating an investigation into the incident.

UN warns Pakistan against 'reconstruction' at Taxila site

UN warns Pakistan against 'reconstruction' at Taxila site

Rediff.com42 minutes ago

UNESCO has warned Pakistan that two historical sites within the Taxila World Heritage site could be placed on a "danger list" or even delisted if "unnecessary interventions" and "reconstructions" are not reversed. The UN cultural agency highlighted concerns about new masonry replacing ancient walls and increased wall heights, compromising the authenticity of the sites. Pakistani officials, however, maintain that the work constitutes conservation, not reconstruction.

Nifty IT Rout: 9 Of 10 Stocks Below 200-DMA

Nifty IT Rout: 9 Of 10 Stocks Below 200-DMA

Rediff.com2 hours ago

The Nifty IT index has been one of the worst sectoral performers in calendar year 2026, losing nearly 29 per cent till date compared to the 8 per cent dip in the Nifty 50 index.

UN Women warns AI amplifies gender bias, digital violence

UN Women warns AI amplifies gender bias, digital violence

Rediff.com24 Jun 2026

UN Women has issued a stark warning that the rapid advancement of artificial intelligence (AI) is placing women at a higher risk of discrimination and digital violence, citing studies that reveal significant gender bias in AI systems and large language models.

Pune rape-murder: Victim's family breaks down in court, welcomes verdict

Pune rape-murder: Victim's family breaks down in court, welcomes verdict

Rediff.com3 days ago

A special court in Pune has sentenced 65-year-old Bhimrao Kamble to death for the kidnapping, rape, and murder of a three-year-old girl in Nasrapur village. The victim's family expressed satisfaction with the verdict and called for its swift execution. The court termed the crime "rarest of the rare," delivering the sentence within 60 days of the incident.

Chhattisgarh tribal family reconverts to faith after eviction

Chhattisgarh tribal family reconverts to faith after eviction

Rediff.com2 days ago

A tribal family in Chhattisgarh's Narayanpur district was briefly evicted from their village by residents over alleged religious conversion but was allowed to return after agreeing to reconvert to their original faith. Police and district officials intervened to resolve the dispute.

Uddhav demands disqualification of rebel MPs, alleges 'bigger conspiracy'

Uddhav demands disqualification of rebel MPs, alleges 'bigger conspiracy'

Rediff.com4 days ago

Shiv Sena (UBT) chief Uddhav Thackeray has demanded the immediate disqualification of six party MPs who defected to the Eknath Shinde-led camp, alleging a larger political conspiracy. He accused the BJP of exploiting the Ram Mandir issue and systematically sidelining its own state leaders, while also questioning the rebel MPs' motives and wealth.

Rats, cockroaches found in 6 Mumbai restaurants, FDA suspends licences

Rats, cockroaches found in 6 Mumbai restaurants, FDA suspends licences

Rediff.com3 days ago

The Maharashtra Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has suspended the food business licences of six restaurants and eateries in Mumbai, including a posh establishment in Nariman Point. The action followed raids that uncovered unhygienic kitchens, expired stock, misbranded products, and pest infestations. The FDA also seized banned food items and made arrests during a wider statewide enforcement drive, vowing continued strict action.

'I may die, but won't step back': Sonam Wangchuk continues fast at Jantar Mantar

'I may die, but won't step back': Sonam Wangchuk continues fast at Jantar Mantar

Rediff.com3 days ago

"I was thinking I would not be required to sit on a protest. I am sad I have to sit on a fast again. I am not doing it happily; it is not easy either. I may even die, but even if I die, I will not step back," said Sonam Wangchuk, climate activist and educator, regarding his indefinite fast for Ladakh's constitutional safeguards.

Indian embassy seeks probe into removal of sailor's organs in Venezuela

Indian embassy seeks probe into removal of sailor's organs in Venezuela

Rediff.com28 minutes ago

The Indian Embassy in Venezuela has called for a thorough investigation into the alleged desecration and removal of organs from the body of Indian sailor Rakesh Chauhan. His wife and the Forward Seamen's Union of India claim a second post-mortem in India revealed all internal organs were missing, raising serious questions about his death and the handling of his remains.

Suffering From PMOS? Yoga Can Help

Suffering From PMOS? Yoga Can Help

Rediff.com6 days ago

'Integrating yoga, meditation and other stress management strategies with standard medical treatment can help improve both physical and emotional health outcomes in women with PMOS.'

WhatsApp Is Changing. Are You Safe?

WhatsApp Is Changing. Are You Safe?

Rediff.com59 minutes ago

WhatsApp is finally letting you hide your phone number behind a custom username. While it's a massive win for privacy, cybersecurity experts warn it could unleash a wave of identity scams. Here is what you need to know.

8 workers from Bihar killed in rock collapse in Bengaluru quarry

8 workers from Bihar killed in rock collapse in Bengaluru quarry

Rediff.com21 hours ago

Eight workers, mostly from Bihar, were killed after a massive granite rock collapsed at a stone quarry in Bengaluru South Taluk. The incident, which occurred at Madapattana, has led to allegations of illegal quarrying and negligence, with an MLA claiming police, forest, and mining department officials are involved. Chief Minister D K Shivakumar expressed grief and vowed action against violators, while rescue operations continue amidst fears of a rising death toll.

Nine Maha cops get life term in 2011 custodial death case

Nine Maha cops get life term in 2011 custodial death case

Rediff.com10 hours ago

A court in Washim, Maharashtra, has sentenced nine police personnel to life imprisonment for the 2011 custodial death of Begya Pawar. The court found them guilty of murder, wrongful confinement, and causing grievous hurt, ruling their actions were "serious and brutal" and not part of public duty. The victim died after being brutally beaten to extort a confession, and the police attempted to cover up the incident with a fabricated FIR.

IAS officer transferred in UP days after altercation with BJP leader

IAS officer transferred in UP days after altercation with BJP leader

Rediff.com2 days ago

Days after an altercation with a Bharatiya Janata Party block chief, IAS officer Rinku Singh Rahee, posted as sub-divisional magistrate (SDM) of Jalaun tehsil, has been transferred with immediate effect.

After Class 8 row, new NCERT Class 9 textbook hails judiciary

After Class 8 row, new NCERT Class 9 textbook hails judiciary

Rediff.com6 days ago

A new Class 9 NCERT textbook describes the judiciary as an "impartial and independent institution" that safeguards citizens' rights and upholds the Constitution, contrasting with a previous Class 8 textbook that sparked controversy over its depiction of judicial corruption. The new textbook was prepared before the Class 8 controversy erupted.

Indian-Origin Founders Build Global Space Exchange

Indian-Origin Founders Build Global Space Exchange

Rediff.com29 minutes ago

Nebex, founded by former Axiom Space executives, aims to build commercial infrastructure for the global space economy.

Meghalaya 'Bans' Quick Commerce

Meghalaya 'Bans' Quick Commerce

Rediff.com2 hours ago

At the heart of the decision is concern over the survival of Meghalaya's neighbourhood retailers.

Would be a great honour to captain England in Tests if offered role: Harry Brook

Would be a great honour to captain England in Tests if offered role: Harry Brook

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Ancelotti's Tactical Masterclass As Brazil Fight Back To Beat Japan

Ancelotti's Tactical Masterclass As Brazil Fight Back To Beat Japan

Rediff.com3 days ago

Brazil's coach Carlo Ancelotti credited patience and a tactical change at halftime for their 2-1 victory over Japan in Houston, securing a spot in the World Cup last 16.

Beware Of A Push-Pull Relationship

Beware Of A Push-Pull Relationship

Rediff.com1 days ago

What keeps many people stuck in a push-pull relationship is not happiness, says Counselling Psychologist Arouba Kabir. It is the hope that the version of the relationship they occasionally experience will one day become permanent.

Post stabbing incident, Maharashtra boosts Mumbai local train security

Post stabbing incident, Maharashtra boosts Mumbai local train security

Rediff.com3 days ago

Following a fatal stabbing on a Mumbai local train, the Maharashtra government has announced plans to expand CCTV coverage, strengthen police patrolling, and implement other safety measures across the suburban railway network. The state also highlighted the quick arrest of the accused using facial recognition technology and ongoing efforts for passenger and women's safety.

Bengaluru triple murder: Techie's live-in partner held in Puducherry

Bengaluru triple murder: Techie's live-in partner held in Puducherry

Rediff.com6 days ago

Police have arrested the live-in partner of a techie, who was previously apprehended, in connection with the alleged triple murder of her parents and younger sister in Bengaluru. The co-accused, Kenneth, was traced and detained in Puducherry, with investigators suspecting the motive stemmed from the victims' disapproval of the couple's relationship.

SC refuses urgent hearing on two NEET-UG re-test pleas

SC refuses urgent hearing on two NEET-UG re-test pleas

Rediff.com19 Jun 2026

The Supreme Court has declined an urgent hearing on petitions challenging the June 21 NEET-UG 2026 re-test, stating that all related matters will be heard by Justice P S Narasimha's bench in July. Students are seeking reconsideration of the re-test date due to mental trauma, inadequate preparation time, and concerns over examination integrity following the cancellation of the original May 3 exam.