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10 Partition Dramas You Must Watch

10 Partition Dramas You Must Watch

Rediff.com2 days ago

Imtiaz Ali's new film Main Vaapas Aaunga is set to delve into the enduring trauma of the 1947 Partition, continuing Bollywood's complex cinematic journey of depicting one of history's most violent and impactful events.

New Army Chief Set To Accelerate Modernisation

New Army Chief Set To Accelerate Modernisation

Rediff.com2 days ago

Lieutenant General Seth's involvement in the army's capability development and modernisation efforts is evident from the key appointments he has held in the Strategic Planning and Capability Development Directorates, including Colonel Capability Development for Mechanised Forces, Brigadier Perspective Plans and Acquisition, and Additional Director General Capability Development.

Want To Own Ultra-Exclusive Cars?

Want To Own Ultra-Exclusive Cars?

Rediff.com2 days ago

'I own a few cars that I have had specified minutely to my taste, and it does feel nice to know that there are no other vehicles like them anywhere in the world.'

Thane Railway Police Act Against Vagrants And Drug Peddlers

Thane Railway Police Act Against Vagrants And Drug Peddlers

Rediff.com14 May 2026

Thane railway police conducted a special operation targeting vagrants and drug peddlers between Thane and Diva railway stations, resulting in action against 13 individuals.

FIFA World Cup: Japan Fans Clean Stadium, Win Hearts

FIFA World Cup: Japan Fans Clean Stadium, Win Hearts

Rediff.com2 days ago

Japan's fans once again captured the world's admiration after clearing thrash from the stands following their Group F match against the Netherlands on Sunday.

Qatar's keeper Abunada enjoys 'most beautiful moment' after setbacks

Qatar's keeper Abunada enjoys 'most beautiful moment' after setbacks

Rediff.com2 days ago

Qatar's resilience against Switzerland owed much to goalkeeper Mahmoud Abunada, whose key saves kept them in the game, a remarkable comeback for a player once close to retirement due to a serious back injury.

FIH Nations Cup Hockey: India women's stunning fightback to down United States

FIH Nations Cup Hockey: India women's stunning fightback to down United States

Rediff.com2 days ago

The Indian women's hockey team staged a remarkable comeback to clinch a thrilling 3-2 win over United States in the opening Pool A match of the FIH Nations Cup.

No one has a given right to be selected for Australia: Nathan Lyon

No one has a given right to be selected for Australia: Nathan Lyon

Rediff.com2 days ago

Australia spinner Nathan Lyon said on Monday he is on track to recover from a hamstring injury in time for the home Test series against Bangladesh in August.

Adah Sharma Is The Governor Of Quirk!

Adah Sharma Is The Governor Of Quirk!

Rediff.com2 days ago

Adah Sharma has never been one to play it safe. While most people use accessories as finishing touches, she often turns them into the main event.

First US President to achieve real Peace: Trump hails Iran deal

First US President to achieve real Peace: Trump hails Iran deal

Rediff.com2 days ago

US President Donald Trump has lauded a newly announced peace deal between the United States and Iran, predicting it will bring "peace and security" to West Asia and facilitate the reopening of the strategically vital Strait of Hormuz.

FIFA World Cup: Five-star Sweden rout Tunisia in opener

FIFA World Cup: Five-star Sweden rout Tunisia in opener

Rediff.com2 days ago

Sweden trio Yasin Ayari, Alexander Isak and Viktor Gyokeres were all on target as they cruised to a 5-1 victory over Tunisia in Monterrey on Sunday.

Motto of Manipur party TMC rebels merged with: Reject turncoats

Motto of Manipur party TMC rebels merged with: Reject turncoats

Rediff.com2 days ago

The Nationalist Citizens Party of India's campaign posters carry the message: 'To save your rights, reject political turncoats. Support social workers, not political personalities,' and urges voters to press the symbol of a pen nib.

Sudarsan Pattnaik Wins Russia's Top Sand Honor

Sudarsan Pattnaik Wins Russia's Top Sand Honor

Rediff.com2 days ago

The renowned Indian sand artist became the first Indian recipient of the Russia Grand Sand Master Cup 2026.

Haunted 3D Does Well, Other Films Struggle At Box Office

Haunted 3D Does Well, Other Films Struggle At Box Office

Rediff.com2 days ago

Amidst a disappointing box office weekend for several new Hindi releases, Vikram Bhatt's Haunted 3D: Ghosts Of The Past has emerged as a surprising success.

Jalveer's Indian crew rescued after US strike heads home from Oman

Jalveer's Indian crew rescued after US strike heads home from Oman

Rediff.com2 days ago

India's Ambassador to Oman met with 20 Indian crew members of MT Jalveer in Muscat ahead of their repatriation, following an incident off the Oman coast. This marks the third such incident involving Indian seafarers and US military action in recent days, with previous strikes resulting in casualties.

After 3 deaths, India restricts seafarers' posting to conflict zones

After 3 deaths, India restricts seafarers' posting to conflict zones

Rediff.com2 days ago

The Directorate General of Shipping has advised Indian maritime agencies to restrict the deployment of seafarers to conflict areas following a US military strike that killed three Indian crew members off the Oman coast. India has also protested the attack, which occurred amidst heightened tensions in the Gulf region.

Javelin Star Neeraj Chopra To Compete In Doha

Javelin Star Neeraj Chopra To Compete In Doha

Rediff.com2 days ago

Indian javelin throw superstar Neeraj Chopra is set to make his competitive return at the Doha Diamond League on June 19. The Olympic champion has been recovering from a back injury that kept him out of action earlier this season. His management firm confirmed his participation via Instagram.

FIFA World Cup 2026: 'We are here at the World Cup to bring joy to Iranians'

FIFA World Cup 2026: 'We are here at the World Cup to bring joy to Iranians'

Rediff.com2 days ago

Iran's coach and their key player said the national team will strive to bring joy and unity to Iranian people around the world, despite war and other tensions making their FIFA World Cup adventure uniquely challenging.

How Unnao Police Neutralised Priest Murder Accused

How Unnao Police Neutralised Priest Murder Accused

Rediff.com2 days ago

The prime accused in the murder of a temple priest in Unnao, identified as Issrael, was killed in a police encounter early Monday. An SOG constable was injured during the exchange of fire. Issrael was wanted for the June 9 murder of Sant Ram Miland Das, which had caused tension in the area.

Why Sukhendu Sekhar Ray Resigned as TMC MP

Why Sukhendu Sekhar Ray Resigned as TMC MP

Rediff.com2 days ago

'Something could happen to me... I understood that day itself that what they had sent me was a final warning.'

Iran says US has agreed to release $12 billion frozen assets

Iran says US has agreed to release $12 billion frozen assets

Rediff.com2 days ago

A peace deal between the US and Iran, set to be signed in Geneva, faces significant hurdles over the release of Iran's USD 12 billion in frozen assets, with conflicting reports from both sides on the conditions for their release.

Passenger Vehicle Dispatches Hit Record High in May, Driven by GST Cuts

Passenger Vehicle Dispatches Hit Record High in May, Driven by GST Cuts

Rediff.com2 days ago

Domestic passenger vehicle dispatches in India surged by 27.3 per cent year-on-year to a record 4,38,854 units in May, driven by reduced GST rates and easier financing, according to the Society of Indian Automobile Manufacturers (SIAM).

Former Judge Gautam Patel Receives Threats Over Dawoodi Bohra Succession Ruling

Former Judge Gautam Patel Receives Threats Over Dawoodi Bohra Succession Ruling

Rediff.com2 days ago

Former Bombay High Court judge Gautam Patel has filed a police complaint after receiving anonymous death threats related to his 2024 verdict on the Dawoodi Bohra community succession row. The threats, which escalated with a letter sent to his daughter in London, demanded he retract his judgment, prompting international security measures.

'Mamata Banerjee Will Go To Jail'

'Mamata Banerjee Will Go To Jail'

Rediff.com2 days ago

'You think it is written somewhere that she will not? She might escape for two months, perhaps a little longer. But she will go.'

Is Rs 1 Cr Enough For Retirement?

Is Rs 1 Cr Enough For Retirement?

Rediff.com2 days ago

Of course, NOT! Here's why. And here's how you can increase your Rs 1 crore retirement corpus.

FIFA World Cup 2026: 'The Leopards' Arrive in Style

FIFA World Cup 2026: 'The Leopards' Arrive in Style

Rediff.com2 days ago

Democratic Republic of Congo's national football team, known as 'The Leopards', make a striking and stylish entrance at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

Jharkhand Police Crackdown: Narcotics And Illicit Liquor Seized

Jharkhand Police Crackdown: Narcotics And Illicit Liquor Seized

Rediff.com12 May 2026

Jharkhand Police seized narcotics and illicit foreign liquor worth over Rs 8.85 lakh and arrested 12 people across four districts in separate operations.

India A vs Sri Lanka A: Vaibhav Sooryavanshi falls after promising start

India A vs Sri Lanka A: Vaibhav Sooryavanshi falls after promising start

Rediff.com2 days ago

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi India A's Vaibhav Sooryavanshi was dismissed early for the second match in a row against Sri Lanka A, in the Tri-Nation A Series match in Dambulla, on Monday.

Why Sweden's Yasin Ayari Didn't Celebrate His Goal Against Tunisia

Why Sweden's Yasin Ayari Didn't Celebrate His Goal Against Tunisia

Rediff.com2 days ago

Yasin Ayari -- the son of a Tunisian father and a Moroccan mother -- chose not to celebrate his opener, briefly raising his hands in acknowledgement rather than joining the jubilant scenes around him.

Amad Diallo strikes late as Ivory Coast stun Ecuador

Amad Diallo strikes late as Ivory Coast stun Ecuador

Rediff.com2 days ago

Manchester United's Amad Diallo struck in the 90th minute as Ivory Coast stunned Ecuador 1-0 in their World Cup Group E opener on Sunday.

Attack On Indian Sailors: Is India Rewriting Its US Playbook?

Attack On Indian Sailors: Is India Rewriting Its US Playbook?

Rediff.com2 days ago

India's foreign policy establishment is adjusting with alacrity in real time -- an extraordinary spectacle in itself, considering the manifest reluctance to indulge in public diplomacy critical of American moves, observes Ambassador M K Bhadrakumar.

Why British Kashmiris Are Protesting Pakistani Forces In PoJK

Why British Kashmiris Are Protesting Pakistani Forces In PoJK

Rediff.com2 days ago

Thousands of British Kashmiris protested in London against alleged crackdowns and human rights abuses by Pakistani forces in Pakistan-Occupied Jammu and Kashmir (PoJK), demanding justice and supporting the Joint Awami Action Committee.

Japan score late to hold Netherlands in Texas thriller

Japan score late to hold Netherlands in Texas thriller

Rediff.com2 days ago

Japan showed their battling qualities to eke out a 2-2 draw with the Netherlands in their World Cup Group F opener on Sunday, as Hajime Moriyasu's side backed up their desire to make an impact at the tournament with a gritty display.

West Bengal Government To Prioritise Women's Safety And Freedom

West Bengal Government To Prioritise Women's Safety And Freedom

Rediff.com14 May 2026

West Bengal minister Agnimitra Paul has said the state government would ensure women can move freely at any time of the day, and that complaints lodged by them are treated by the police on a priority basis.

FIFA World Cup: Germany crush debutants Curacao 7-1 to win opener

FIFA World Cup: Germany crush debutants Curacao 7-1 to win opener

Rediff.com2 days ago

Germany gave debutants Curacao a reality check, as the former champions won 7-1 to kick-start their 2026 FIFA World Cup campaign with a big win.

Modi, Macron agree on joint AI framework, classified data protection

Modi, Macron agree on joint AI framework, classified data protection

Rediff.com2 days ago

An innovation roadmap, a mechanism to double annual bilateral trade within next five years, and a joint artificial intelligence framework were among 13 outcomes to emerge from wide-ranging talks between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and President Emmanuel Macron on Sunday.

Palak, Samantha And Their Summer Essential

Palak, Samantha And Their Summer Essential

Rediff.com8 May 2026

When summer hits, nobody has the energy to spend hours figuring out an outfit. Enter coord sets -- the fashion girl hack that makes you look instantly put together with minimal effort.

Deepti Sharma: 'I knew my time would come'

Deepti Sharma: 'I knew my time would come'

Rediff.com2 days ago

Deepti Sharma produced a career-best 5/10 as India defeated Pakistan by 64 runs in their Women's T20 World Cup opener at Edgbaston. Smriti Mandhana and Harmanpreet Kaur also starred in India's dominant victory.

How MP ATS Uncovered Inter-State Radicalisation Network

How MP ATS Uncovered Inter-State Radicalisation Network

Rediff.com2 days ago

The Madhya Pradesh Anti-Terrorism Squad (ATS) has arrested three individuals from Madhya Pradesh, Uttar Pradesh, and Rajasthan in connection with an alleged inter-state online radicalisation module. The module is believed to be operated by a Pakistan-based handler using encrypted messaging platforms, with central intelligence agencies providing initial inputs.

Man And Sons Arrested For Attacking Railway Constable In Thane

Man And Sons Arrested For Attacking Railway Constable In Thane

Rediff.com15 May 2026

A 57-year-old man and his two sons were arrested for allegedly beating up a Railway Protection Force (RPF) constable at Kalyan station in Thane district after he intervened in a dispute.