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Cong questions all-vegetarian menu at BRICS gala dinner

Cong questions all-vegetarian menu at BRICS gala dinner

Rediff.com7 days ago

The Congress party criticised the all-vegetarian menu served at the BRICS Summit gala dinner hosted by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, with Rahul Gandhi highlighting that 80% of Indians are non-vegetarian. The party accused the BJP government of imposing its dietary preferences and questioned why India's diverse culinary culture was not showcased.

'We want to dominate all teams': Abhishek Sharma

'We want to dominate all teams': Abhishek Sharma

Rediff.com7 days ago

Abhishek Sharma's explosive 82-run innings led India to a seven-wicket victory over Afghanistan in the opening T20 International in New Delhi, giving them a 1-0 lead in the three-match series. Despite recent underwhelming performances, the Indian team showcased a strong collective effort, with key contributions from Jasprit Bumrah, Arshdeep Singh, and Ishan Kishan, while Afghanistan's skipper acknowledged their batting shortfall.

Bigg Boss' Rhiti Tiwari Is The Baddest Of All!

Bigg Boss' Rhiti Tiwari Is The Baddest Of All!

Rediff.com6 days ago

Rhiti Tiwari clearly didn't get the memo that a baddie has to stick to one aesthetic. Manoj Tiwari's daughter, who is now bringing her personality to the Bigg Boss 20 house, has a wardrobe that swings between biker-chic, futuristic glam and boho cool.

All about UPI charges: Will merchants pass on MDR to customers?

All about UPI charges: Will merchants pass on MDR to customers?

Rediff.com5 days ago

The Indian government has introduced a 0.4 per cent Merchant Discount Rate (MDR) on UPI payments exceeding Rs 2,000 made to merchants, effective from October 15, with a comprehensive framework set to take full effect by October 15, 2026. This policy aims to regulate transaction fees while protecting small merchants and person-to-person transactions.

Internal Rift: Hockey India President Dilip Tirkey Strips DG Of All Powers

Internal Rift: Hockey India President Dilip Tirkey Strips DG Of All Powers

Rediff.com12 Sep 2026

Hockey India President Dilip Tirkey has served a legal notice to Director General Cdr RK Srivastava, immediately stripping him of all powers. The move comes amidst an internal rift, with Tirkey citing the need to maintain discipline, accountability, and smooth functioning within the organisation. Srivastava has been directed to hand over all operational charge and official documents.

West Bengal Youngsters Dominate All India Sub-Junior Badminton Tournament

West Bengal Youngsters Dominate All India Sub-Junior Badminton Tournament

Rediff.com11 Sep 2026

West Bengal's Dhruv Singh, Anish Halder, Subha Mita Karmakar, and other young talents have advanced in the All India Sub-Junior (Under-13) Ranking Badminton Tournament held in Kolkata, showcasing strong performances against competitors from across 28 states and five union territories. The tournament features a significant prize purse, encouraging young badminton players.

Harmanpreet Hails All-Round Show as India Enter Asia Cup Final

Harmanpreet Hails All-Round Show as India Enter Asia Cup Final

Rediff.com11 Sep 2026

India's women's cricket team secured a spot in the Women's T20 Asia Cup final after a comprehensive 40-run victory over Bangladesh in the first semi-final, with captain Harmanpreet Kaur praising the team's all-round performance.

When Asian Games made headlines for all the wrong reasons

When Asian Games made headlines for all the wrong reasons

Rediff.com3 days ago

The Asian Games, a major multi-sport event, has a long history of controversies extending beyond the sporting arena. From diplomatic disputes and selection rows to doping scandals and disputed decisions, these incidents have often highlighted the intersection of politics, national interests, and sports.

Niki Prasad's all-round show in vain as India A women lose to Australia

Niki Prasad's all-round show in vain as India A women lose to Australia

Rediff.com5 days ago

Australia Women 'A' defeated India 'A' by 30 runs in Mullanpur, securing an unassailable 2-0 lead in the three-match unofficial T20I series, largely thanks to Katie Mack's unbeaten 83.

Satya Niketan collapse: Nadda assures Delhi CM of all support

Satya Niketan collapse: Nadda assures Delhi CM of all support

Rediff.com6 Sep 2026

A five-storey building housing a boys' hostel in Satya Niketan, South Delhi, collapsed, resulting in three student deaths and several injuries. Union Health Minister J P Nadda and Home Minister Amit Shah have assured support and are monitoring the situation. Rescue operations are ongoing, with many feared trapped, and an investigation into the building's owner is underway.

India's Forex Kitty Soars to New All-Time High of $740.8 Billion

India's Forex Kitty Soars to New All-Time High of $740.8 Billion

Rediff.com4 Sep 2026

India's foreign exchange reserves surged by USD 11.475 billion to a new record high of USD 740.803 billion for the week ended August 28, driven by the RBI's concessional forex swap initiatives.

Govt mulls random drug tests for all pilots

Govt mulls random drug tests for all pilots

Rediff.com25 Aug 2026

The Civil Aviation Ministry and the DGCA are actively discussing to make psychoactive substance testing standards for all commercial pilots.

Toxic Review: All Yash, No Glory

Toxic Review: All Yash, No Glory

Rediff.com26 Aug 2026

Purely relying on Yash's aura to the point of draining him dry, Toxic doesn't have an smidgen of storytelling in its body rolling in sex, shock and sounds of bullets fired at anyone and everyone.

Why Test Cricket Remains The Mother Of All Formats

Why Test Cricket Remains The Mother Of All Formats

Rediff.com27 Aug 2026

Former India fast bowler Javagal Srinath has underscored the critical role of Test cricket in developing depth within the game, despite the growing popularity of the T20 format. Speaking at an awards ceremony, Srinath advised young players to prioritise Test cricket, noting the difficulty for T20 specialists to transition to the longer format. He also stressed the responsibility of cricket associations, parents, and coaches in guiding emerging talent.

Kolkata Janmashtami row: BJP leader drops Muslims, forms all-Hindu panel

Kolkata Janmashtami row: BJP leader drops Muslims, forms all-Hindu panel

Rediff.com2 Sep 2026

A long-standing Janmashtami celebration in Kolkata's Mominpore, known for its syncretic culture with significant Muslim participation, is undergoing a major change. BJP leader Rakesh Singh has taken charge, forming an exclusively Hindu organising committee, sparking a debate about religious harmony, political influence, and the nature of shared festivals in the city.

'Thank You, Dolly, For All Of It'

'Thank You, Dolly, For All Of It'

Rediff.com26 Aug 2026

'Dolly Parton managed to give the world the ultimate mystery and fantasy in some corners of her life, but to give full transparency in the ways that counted. Somehow she was true grace and true grit, all in one dazzling person.'

Geoffrey Boycott picks Ravindra Jadeja over modern greats in surprise all-time favourite

Geoffrey Boycott picks Ravindra Jadeja over modern greats in surprise all-time favourite

Rediff.com2 Sep 2026

Ravindra Jadeja's rare ability to influence matches with bat, ball and outstanding fielding has earned him Geoffrey Boycott's admiration, placing the Indian veteran above several modern batting greats.

India's Forex Kitty Soars to All-Time High of $729.3 Billion

India's Forex Kitty Soars to All-Time High of $729.3 Billion

Rediff.com28 Aug 2026

India's foreign exchange reserves have surged by $12.42 billion, reaching a new all-time high of $729.33 billion for the week ended August 21, driven by increases in foreign currency assets and gold reserves.

Realme C100i: All You Need To Know

Realme C100i: All You Need To Know

Rediff.com1 Sep 2026

Realme has introduced the C100i, a budget-friendly smartphone featuring a large 7,000 mAh battery, a 120 Hz display and a 50 MP camera.

India all-rounder Mahipal Lomror signs with Surrey

India all-rounder Mahipal Lomror signs with Surrey

Rediff.com18 Aug 2026

Indian all-rounder Mahipal Lomror has signed with Surrey for the remainder of the County Championship season. He becomes the second player from Rajasthan to join the English side this season, filling a gap left by injuries and international call-ups.

771 Wickets! Starc Surpasses Ashwin, Vaas in All-Time List

771 Wickets! Starc Surpasses Ashwin, Vaas in All-Time List

Rediff.com23 Aug 2026

Australian pacer Mitchell Starc delivered a sensational ten-wicket haul against Bangladesh in the second Test at Mackay, surpassing Ravichandran Ashwin and Chaminda Vaas in the all-time international wicket-takers list, and earning both 'Player of the Match' and 'Player of the Series' awards.

India's UPI Transactions Soar In August, Nearing All-Time Peak

India's UPI Transactions Soar In August, Nearing All-Time Peak

Rediff.com1 Sep 2026

Unified Payments Interface (UPI) transactions in India reached Rs 29.8 lakh crore in August, approaching record levels. Volume also hit a new high of 24.51 billion transactions, driven by festive activities like Raksha Bandhan. The digital payment system continues its rapid growth, expanding its global presence to 11 countries, with further growth anticipated during the upcoming festive season and new use cases like credit on UPI.

Jadeja achieves rare Test double, joins all-time greats

Jadeja achieves rare Test double, joins all-time greats

Rediff.com17 Aug 2026

Indian all-rounder Ravindra Jadeja has achieved a rare feat in Test cricket, becoming only the fourth player in history to score over 4,000 runs and take 350 wickets. He joins an exclusive club alongside legends like Kapil Dev, Ian Botham, and Daniel Vettori, reaching the milestone during the first Test against Sri Lanka in Galle.

Jharkhand scraps JSSC-CGL exam, all tests by TDPL after protests

Jharkhand scraps JSSC-CGL exam, all tests by TDPL after protests

Rediff.com18 Aug 2026

Jharkhand Chief Minister Hemant Soren has cancelled the JSSC-CGL exam and all tests conducted by outsourced agency TDPL since 2014, following widespread protests by job aspirants over alleged irregularities. An examination reforms committee has been formed, while some protesters continue to demand a CBI probe.

Maoist leader Azad acquitted in all 49 cases after 15 years in jail

Maoist leader Azad acquitted in all 49 cases after 15 years in jail

Rediff.com19 Aug 2026

Maoist leader Azad alias Dana Keshab Rao has been released after spending over 15 years in jail as an undertrial prisoner, following his acquittal in all 49 cases registered against him in Odisha and Andhra Pradesh.

Shelton, Nakashima set up all-American final at Canadian Open

Shelton, Nakashima set up all-American final at Canadian Open

Rediff.com13 Aug 2026

Defending champion Ben Shelton and Brandon Nakashima have advanced to the Canadian Open final in Montreal, setting up an all-American clash.

Sana Thampi Loves To Play With...

Sana Thampi Loves To Play With...

Rediff.com4 hours ago

Sana Thampi may be making her acting debut with Lust Stories 3 but her wardrobe already knows how to command attention.

'Hope Jaiswal gets his chances in West Indies ODIs'

'Hope Jaiswal gets his chances in West Indies ODIs'

Rediff.com19 hours ago

Former India all-rounder Irfan Pathan has advocated for Yashasvi Jaiswal to receive ample opportunities in the upcoming ODI series against the West Indies. Pathan believes this exposure is crucial for Jaiswal to establish himself as a backup opener for the next year's ODI World Cup. He also highlighted the importance of testing India's bench strength, especially with several key players participating in the Asian Games, and backed Naman Dhir's inclusion for his all-round capabilities.

Dhurandhar Director's Wish For Ranveer-Deepika's Baby

Dhurandhar Director's Wish For Ranveer-Deepika's Baby

Rediff.com4 hours ago

Filmmaker Aditya Dhar, who directed Ranveer Singh in Dhurandhar, Kareena Kapoor, Kriti Sanon, Raveena Tandon have extended his warm wishes to Bollywood power couple Deepika Padukone and Ranveer Singh on the joyous arrival of their second daughter.

Daayra, Vibe Falter At Box Office, Hanuman Ansh Is A Big Hit

Daayra, Vibe Falter At Box Office, Hanuman Ansh Is A Big Hit

Rediff.com5 hours ago

Hanuman Ansh continues its phenomenal run at the box office, cementing its status as an all-time mega blockbuster, even as new releases Daayra and Vibe struggle.

Hasabnis, Anushka Hit 50s As India A Women Outclass Australia

Hasabnis, Anushka Hit 50s As India A Women Outclass Australia

Rediff.com19 hours ago

Tejal Hasabnis and Anushka Sharma's aggressive half-centuries, coupled with Nikki Prasad's all-round performance, led India A Women to a four-wicket victory over Australia A in the first women's one-day match in Mullanpur.

Aaleina Sen Wins Gold At All India Independence Cup Karate

Aaleina Sen Wins Gold At All India Independence Cup Karate

Rediff.com12 Aug 2026

Durgapur's Aaleina Sen, an Under-11 karateka, won a gold medal in Kumite and a bronze in Kata at the 20th All India Independence Cup Karate Championship.

Asian Games: India Men's Kabaddi Team Starts With Big Win Vs Japan

Asian Games: India Men's Kabaddi Team Starts With Big Win Vs Japan

Rediff.com4 hours ago

The Indian men's kabaddi team commenced its Asian Games title defence with a decisive 49-24 victory over hosts Japan in their opening Group A fixture.

I will answer all questions: Amit Shah writes to Speaker

I will answer all questions: Amit Shah writes to Speaker

Rediff.com12 Aug 2026

Union Home Minister Amit Shah has written to Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla, requesting a debate on the ongoing student protests concerning the NEET paper-leak issue. Shah expressed his readiness to participate and answer all questions, emphasising that dialogue and discussion are crucial for democratic solutions.

Ravi Kishan: 'People Threw Stones At Me'

Ravi Kishan: 'People Threw Stones At Me'

Rediff.com2 hours ago

'I have seen all the storms and floods. I have crawled and reached here.'

BJP govt to withdraw cases against Kurmis registered under TMC rule

BJP govt to withdraw cases against Kurmis registered under TMC rule

Rediff.com21 hours ago

West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari announced the withdrawal of all cases against the Kurmi community filed by the previous TMC government. He also pledged to include Kurmali and Rajbanshi languages in the Eighth Schedule of the Constitution and reactivate the Kurmi Development Board, allocating Rs 50 crore for community development.

Fatal Argument: Delhi Teen Stabbed To Death Over 'Papa' Joke Among Friends

Fatal Argument: Delhi Teen Stabbed To Death Over 'Papa' Joke Among Friends

Rediff.com20 hours ago

An 18-year-old man, Sumit Giri, was allegedly stabbed to death in Naraina Village, West Delhi, following an argument among friends that began with a joke about calling someone "Papa". The incident escalated, leading to the fatal stabbing and subsequent assault by the accused's brother. Police have registered a murder case and are investigating the motive.

Quimcy D'Souza narrowly misses medal, but puts Indian teqball on world stage

Quimcy D'Souza narrowly misses medal, but puts Indian teqball on world stage

Rediff.com22 hours ago

Quimcy D'Souza, a self-funded and self-coached Indian teqball player, competed at the Asian Games with the aim of popularising the sport in India. Despite narrowly missing out on two bronze medals, D'Souza views her journey as a crucial first step towards establishing teqball in the country and inspiring more athletes.

Asian Games: India Eye Another Big Win Against Sri Lanka In Men's Hockey

Asian Games: India Eye Another Big Win Against Sri Lanka In Men's Hockey

Rediff.com5 hours ago

Defending champions India are set to face lower-ranked Sri Lanka in their second Pool A match of the Asian Games men's hockey competition.

Sanath Jayasuriya hails teen sensation Vaibhav Sooryavanshi as 'future' of Indian cricket

Sanath Jayasuriya hails teen sensation Vaibhav Sooryavanshi as 'future' of Indian cricket

Rediff.com19 hours ago

Sri Lankan legend Sanath Jayasuriya has lauded Indian teen cricketer Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, calling him a 'different kind of talent' and the 'future for India', despite his recent exclusion from the playing XI against Afghanistan.