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Judges are not gods, won't get every judgment right: Outgoing SC judge

Judges are not gods, won't get every judgment right: Outgoing SC judge

Rediff.com2 days ago

Retiring Supreme Court Justice Sanjay Karol stated in his farewell address that judges are not gods and will not get every judgement right, emphasising the need for humility and the ability to see the real person behind every litigant.

Students Abroad: Simple Indian Recipes

Students Abroad: Simple Indian Recipes

Rediff.com4 days ago

Living away from home can be tough, especially if you have to cook on your own or rely on takeaways. Simple solutions for you!

East Bengal Women Achieve Historic 12-0 Victory In AFC Champions League

East Bengal Women Achieve Historic 12-0 Victory In AFC Champions League

Rediff.com4 days ago

East Bengal FC's women's team achieved a historic 12-0 victory over Rovers FC (Guam) in the AFC Women's Champions League preliminary stage, marking the biggest win by an Indian club in any Asian competition. This dominant performance puts them one step closer to the group stage.

High waves, flood alert issued for TN, Kerala coasts

High waves, flood alert issued for TN, Kerala coasts

Rediff.com6 days ago

The Indian National Centre for Ocean Information Services (INCOIS) has issued a swell surge warning for coastal areas of Kerala, south Tamil Nadu, and Lakshadweep islands for August 19-20. High period swells from the southern Indian Ocean are expected to cause surging waves and inundation in low-lying regions, prompting advisories for fishermen and coastal residents to exercise caution and suspend recreational activities.

India imposes sugar stock limits on bulk consumers to curb price rise

India imposes sugar stock limits on bulk consumers to curb price rise

Rediff.com4 days ago

The Indian government has imposed stockholding limits on bulk sugar consumers, restricting them to a 15-day supply if they use over 10 tonnes monthly, effective September 1 to November 30, to stabilise prices ahead of the festival season.

Irritation, annoyance not cruelty, says HC, rejects divorce plea

Irritation, annoyance not cruelty, says HC, rejects divorce plea

Rediff.com4 days ago

The Bombay High Court has ruled that mere annoyance and normal disagreements do not amount to mental cruelty sufficient for divorce. The court stated that cruelty must be severe enough to make cohabitation unreasonable, and cannot be determined by isolated incidents. This ruling came as the court dismissed a man's divorce petition, upholding a family court's decision and ordering him to pay maintenance to his wife.

Pak summons US envoy, lodges strong protest over Sergio Gor's J-K remarks

Pak summons US envoy, lodges strong protest over Sergio Gor's J-K remarks

Rediff.com5 days ago

Pakistan summoned US Charge d'Affaires Natalie Baker to lodge a "strong demarche" following remarks by US Ambassador to India Sergio Gor, who stated that Jammu and Kashmir is an important part of India. Pakistan's Foreign Office condemned Gor's characterisation, asserting that Jammu and Kashmir is an internationally recognised disputed territory and that the US ambassador's statement contradicted the US's long-standing position and commitment to international law.

World No 7 Victor Lai sets sights on badminton's top spot

World No 7 Victor Lai sets sights on badminton's top spot

Rediff.com4 days ago

Canadian badminton player Victor Lai, currently world No. 7, expresses his ambition to become world No. 1. He acknowledges the challenge from established stars and welcomes the rise of a new generation of young shuttlers. Lai highlights his recent Super 1000 title win and his breakthrough at the India Open as crucial steps in his mental and professional growth.

Treesa Jolly-Gayatri Gopichand clinch maiden World Championship bronze after fighting semi-final loss

Treesa Jolly-Gayatri Gopichand clinch maiden World Championship bronze after fighting semi-final loss

Rediff.com2 days ago

Treesa Jolly and Gayatri Gopichand lost to China's World No 1 pairing Tan Ning and Liu Shengshu in the semi-finals of the women's doubles event at the BWF Badminton World Championships in New Delhi on Saturday.

What Makes Crypto Rise Or Fall?

What Makes Crypto Rise Or Fall?

Rediff.com14 Aug 2026

Crypto can rise or fall for many reasons. Here's a simple guide to what gives digital assets value and drives their prices.

'We are Gen Zs': Tourist's Ladakh video irks Army veterans

'We are Gen Zs': Tourist's Ladakh video irks Army veterans

Rediff.com4 days ago

A viral video showing a woman tourist complaining to security personnel at a Ladakh checkpoint has ignited widespread criticism from military veterans. The woman's tirade, allegedly over vehicular movement restrictions, has been condemned as disrespectful to soldiers and ignorant of the region's security sensitivities.

Ministers should send their kids to village schools: Dipke

Ministers should send their kids to village schools: Dipke

Rediff.com6 days ago

Abhijit Dipke, founder of the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP), has challenged ministers and politicians to send their children to village schools for at least a day to truly grasp the difficulties faced by rural students, who often walk several kilometres for education.

'Government Did A U-Turn On Caste Census'

'Government Did A U-Turn On Caste Census'

Rediff.com6 days ago

'They want to sabotage the caste census and bury Muslim backward classes, Hindu backward classes, Sikh backward classes and Buddhist backward classes.'

PV Sindhu Dominates Opening Match At BWF World Championships

PV Sindhu Dominates Opening Match At BWF World Championships

Rediff.com7 days ago

Two-time Olympic medallist PV Sindhu commenced her campaign at the BWF World Championships with a dominant victory over Ireland's Sophia Noble. Sindhu, a five-time World Championships medallist, is aiming for a historic sixth medal at the event. Other Indian pairs, including Treesa Jolly-Gayatri Gopichand and Hariharan Amsakarunan-MR Arjun, also advanced.

BWF Worlds: Treesa-Gayatri stun China, assure India of medal

BWF Worlds: Treesa-Gayatri stun China, assure India of medal

Rediff.com3 days ago

India's Treesa Jolly and Gayatri Gopichand staged a remarkable comeback victory in the women's doubles quarter-finals at the BWF World Championships 2026, defeating China's Jia Yifan and Zhang Shuxian to secure a semi-final spot and guarantee India a medal.

'Two Tests put teams under pressure': Gautam Gambhir makes case for Three-match series

'Two Tests put teams under pressure': Gautam Gambhir makes case for Three-match series

Rediff.com2 days ago

Gambhir strongly advocates three-Test series, arguing they give teams that lose the opening match a genuine opportunity to recover, compete harder and still win the series.

12 bootleggers detained, 21 others booked after Gujarat hooch tragedy

12 bootleggers detained, 21 others booked after Gujarat hooch tragedy

Rediff.com5 days ago

Seven people have died and 30 others are hospitalised in Gujarat's Bhavnagar district after consuming spurious liquor. Police have detained 12 bootleggers and registered an FIR against 21 individuals. The victims reportedly consumed illicit liquor from duplicate bottles of an IMFL brand, with preliminary investigations suggesting the supply originated from Madhya Pradesh.

Delhi Lakshmi Yojana: Ineligibility Leads To Fund Recovery

Delhi Lakshmi Yojana: Ineligibility Leads To Fund Recovery

Rediff.com7 days ago

The Delhi government has notified detailed guidelines for the Delhi Lakshmi Yojana, outlining strict provisions for beneficiaries found ineligible, including discontinuation of financial assistance, recovery of disbursed funds, and potential fraud charges. The scheme provides Rs 2,500 monthly to eligible women, with specific rules for fund disbursement via RD/FD accounts and CBDC wallets, along with clear eligibility and exclusion criteria.

Swedish Shuttler Gustav Bjorkler's Remarkable Return To Badminton After Cancer Battle

Swedish Shuttler Gustav Bjorkler's Remarkable Return To Badminton After Cancer Battle

Rediff.com6 days ago

Swedish badminton player Gustav Bjorkler shares his inspiring journey of returning to professional badminton after battling myelodysplastic syndrome, a form of blood cancer. He discusses the physical and mental challenges of recovery, losing 17 kilos, and his renewed perspective on life and the sport, as he aims to break into the top 100 and develop his game further.

Tata Sons Listing: Suspense Continues

Tata Sons Listing: Suspense Continues

Rediff.com4 days ago

Tata Sons approached the RBI in 2024 seeking de-registration after becoming debt-free, a move that would allow it to remain a privately held, unlisted company. The application has remained pending.

Cremations move to rooftops as Ganga water level rises in Varanasi

Cremations move to rooftops as Ganga water level rises in Varanasi

Rediff.com5 days ago

The Ganga river in Varanasi is experiencing a significant rise in water level, disrupting daily activities along the ghats. This has led to severed connectivity between ghats, relocation of cremation activities at Manikarnika Ghat, and growing concern among residents as the river approaches its danger mark.

Hockey World Cup: India face stern test against Olympic champions Netherlands

Hockey World Cup: India face stern test against Olympic champions Netherlands

Rediff.com4 days ago

India faces a critical challenge against co-hosts and reigning Olympic champions the Netherlands in their Hockey World Cup second-round opener.

India's World Cup Hopes Dwindle After 2-0 Loss to Dominant Netherlands

India's World Cup Hopes Dwindle After 2-0 Loss to Dominant Netherlands

Rediff.com3 days ago

The Indian women's hockey team suffered a 2-0 defeat against the formidable Netherlands in their FIH World Cup Pool E encounter, with goals from Yibbi Jansen and Frederique Matla, both from penalty corners. This loss puts India in a precarious position, requiring a victory against Australia to keep their semi-final aspirations alive.

SC tells EC, states to expedite probes into poll black money

SC tells EC, states to expedite probes into poll black money

Rediff.com6 days ago

The Supreme Court has emphasised the need for timely investigations and conclusions of criminal cases involving illicit money in elections. Observing that black money compromises democracy and the rule of law, the court issued several directives, including reporting seizures to competent authorities within 24 hours, completing investigations within a year, and submitting quarterly status reports to the Election Commission. The ruling also mandates High Courts to designate special courts for expeditious disposal of cases against candidates and requires High Court approval for withdrawing cases.

How A New Rule Forced Neymar Off The Pitch In Brazil's Serie A

How A New Rule Forced Neymar Off The Pitch In Brazil's Serie A

Rediff.com7 days ago

Santos captain Neymar was the first player in Brazil's Serie A to be temporarily removed from the field under a new trial rule designed to combat time-wasting by goalkeepers.

Lata song played at Shinde's event instead of Vande Mataram

Lata song played at Shinde's event instead of Vande Mataram

Rediff.com6 days ago

A Hindi song with a 'Vande Mataram' refrain, not the official national song, was played at a government event in Thane attended by Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde, who subsequently directed organisers to adhere strictly to the approved version.

India Win 1st Test: Where Do They Stand In WTC Race?

India Win 1st Test: Where Do They Stand In WTC Race?

Rediff.com5 days ago

India secured a comprehensive victory over Sri Lanka in the first Test, improving their World Test Championship points percentage. However, despite the win, their path to the WTC final has become significantly more challenging, requiring them to win almost all their remaining matches due to a tightly packed table and other teams' results.

BCCI shifts Duleep Trophy final to Chennai for enhanced fan experience

BCCI shifts Duleep Trophy final to Chennai for enhanced fan experience

Rediff.com5 days ago

The Duleep Trophy final for the 2026-27 season has been moved from Bengaluru's Centre of Excellence to Chennai's MA Chidambaram Stadium. This decision by the BCCI aims to allow more spectators to attend the prestigious domestic cricket tournament's summit clash, which will take place from September 6-10.

'Eknath Shinde Was Extremely Aggressive'

'Eknath Shinde Was Extremely Aggressive'

Rediff.com5 days ago

'I've seen a lot of meetings over the years, but this was the first time I've seen the deputy chief minister and the industries minister sit through something like this with 200 to 300 industrialists, local residents and politicians from both the ruling side and Opposition, all in the same room.'

Satyendar Jain says his arrest linked to Punjab polls

Satyendar Jain says his arrest linked to Punjab polls

Rediff.com5 days ago

Former Delhi minister Satyendar Jain has been arrested by the Anti-Corruption Branch (ACB) in connection with an alleged corruption case involving the tendering process for sewage treatment plant projects of the Delhi Jal Board (DJB). Jain claims the arrest is politically motivated, linking it to the upcoming Punjab Assembly polls. Five other individuals, including a former DJB CEO, were also arrested in the case, which alleges irregularities and favouritism in tender conditions.

Confident India target first overseas Test series win in three years vs Sri Lanka

Confident India target first overseas Test series win in three years vs Sri Lanka

Rediff.com3 days ago

India is poised to secure its first overseas Test series victory in three years as they face Sri Lanka in the second and final match, with skipper Shubman Gill and opener Yashasvi Jaiswal under pressure to deliver substantial knocks.

Delhi High Court seeks Beco's response to HUL's 'skin irritation' ad suit

Delhi High Court seeks Beco's response to HUL's 'skin irritation' ad suit

Rediff.com4 days ago

The Delhi High Court has sought a response from sustainable consumer goods startup Beco regarding a suit filed by Hindustan Unilever (HUL). HUL alleges that Beco disparaged its products, Surf Excel and Vim, by claiming they cause skin irritation in its advertising campaign.

Jinnah secret that could have stopped Partition: Why Pak honours 2 Mumbai docs

Jinnah secret that could have stopped Partition: Why Pak honours 2 Mumbai docs

Rediff.com5 days ago

Pakistan is set to bestow its highest civilian honour, Nishan-e-Imtiaz, upon two Mumbai-based Parsi doctors. The award recognises their crucial role in maintaining the secrecy surrounding Muhammad Ali Jinnah's terminal illness, a secret that a federal minister suggests was pivotal in the creation of Pakistan.

Brothel customers can't be prosecuted under ITPA: HC

Brothel customers can't be prosecuted under ITPA: HC

Rediff.com5 days ago

The Allahabad High Court has ruled that a customer visiting a brothel for personal gratification cannot be prosecuted under Sections 3, 4, 5, and 7 of the Immoral Traffic (Prevention) Act, 1956. The court clarified that paying for personal lust does not constitute "procurement for the purpose of prostitution," which implies commercial exploitation. This decision led to the quashing of charges against a man apprehended in a Ghaziabad raid.

200 Indian peacekeepers honoured with UN medal in South Sudan

200 Indian peacekeepers honoured with UN medal in South Sudan

Rediff.com7 days ago

Over 200 Indian peacekeepers, including women and staff officers, serving with the UN Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS) have been awarded the prestigious UN medal for their exceptional service. India is a significant contributor to UN Peacekeeping, deploying over 4,200 personnel globally.

What Gandhi's Passport Application Looked Like

What Gandhi's Passport Application Looked Like

Rediff.com3 days ago

Gandhi's 1931 passport for his travel to London was issued in Bombay. It was the last time the Mahatma travelled abroad.

Rising Crude Prices, US-Iran Tensions Drag Down Indian Equities

Rising Crude Prices, US-Iran Tensions Drag Down Indian Equities

Rediff.com5 days ago

Indian benchmark equity indices, Sensex and Nifty, closed lower for multiple consecutive days, with the Nifty extending its losses to a seventh day, primarily due to elevated crude oil prices following the expiry of the US-Iran ceasefire without a diplomatic resolution.

Are These 7 Dangerous Food Items In Your Kitchen?

Are These 7 Dangerous Food Items In Your Kitchen?

Rediff.com4 days ago

Many of us consume genetically modified (GMO) foods without even realising it. Which leads to an important question -- how can we protect ourselves from food adulteration and misleading claims? asks Nikita Garg, nutritionist and founder of Entech Wellness.

Former national-level wrestler Amit Sheoran held after nearly two years on run in opium case

Former national-level wrestler Amit Sheoran held after nearly two years on run in opium case

Rediff.com5 days ago

Amit Sheoran, a 31-year-old former national-level wrestler wanted in an alleged major opium smuggling case, has been arrested after being on the run since 2023, police said.

'Message has gone home': Govt's hard talk with Meta

'Message has gone home': Govt's hard talk with Meta

Rediff.com6 days ago

The Indian IT Ministry has engaged in 'hard talk' with Meta regarding child sexual abuse material (CSAM), leading to increased sensitivity and action from the tech giant. The government asserts that Indian laws must be followed and social media harms mitigated, with no safe harbour for violations. Discussions also covered AI labelling and the WhatsApp username issue, highlighting a global concern over social media harms.