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Trump celebrates Diwali at White House, wishes Modi

Trump celebrates Diwali at White House, wishes Modi

Rediff.com22 Oct 2025

US President Donald Trump spoke to Prime Minister Narendra Modi and greeted him on Diwali, amid ongoing trade tensions between the two countries.

Skoda to drive in more global models into India

Skoda to drive in more global models into India

Rediff.com9 Nov 2025

Czech carmaker Skoda plans to bring more of its global nameplates into the Indian market as it looks to cater to a diverse set of customers, according to a senior company executive. The company, which now sells products in India ranging from over Rs 7 lakh to upwards of Rs 40 lakh, however, has no immediate plans to introduce electric cars in the country.

India celebrates Diwali with fervour, Delhi AQI worsens

India celebrates Diwali with fervour, Delhi AQI worsens

Rediff.com20 Oct 2025

Buildings were decorated with colourful lights and earthen lamps dotted houses as people across the country thronged temples and celebrated Diwali with pomp on Monday.

Why SIP Beats EMI in the Long Run

Why SIP Beats EMI in the Long Run

Rediff.com29 Oct 2025

EMI means you've already spent tomorrow's income; SIP means you're investing today's income to secure tomorrow, explains Ramalingam Kalirajan

Hardik-Mahieka Romance Is Insta-Official

Hardik-Mahieka Romance Is Insta-Official

Rediff.com23 Oct 2025

Hardik Pandya has finally made his romance with Mahieka Sharma Instagram-official, sharing intimate Diwali moments.

JLR cyberattack hit TaMo PV Q2 showing; FY26 outlook cut

JLR cyberattack hit TaMo PV Q2 showing; FY26 outlook cut

Rediff.com15 Nov 2025

Tata Motors Passenger Vehicles (TMPV) on Friday reported a 13 per cent year-on-year (Y-o-Y) decline in consolidated revenue from operations for the second quarter of 2025-26 (Q2FY26), largely due to the cyberattack on its subsidiary Jaguar Land Rover (JLR) in late August that forced a shutdown of its manufacturing operations for over five weeks.

Guess How Many Weddings In Nov-Dec!

Guess How Many Weddings In Nov-Dec!

Rediff.com18 Nov 2025

4.5 million weddings are expected across India.

Modi Celebrates Diwali On INS Vikrant

Modi Celebrates Diwali On INS Vikrant

Rediff.com20 Oct 2025

Prime Minister Narendra Modi kept up his tradition of celebrating Diwali with the Indian armed forces.

Noel Alexander, The Dancer Behind Kaantha

Noel Alexander, The Dancer Behind Kaantha

Rediff.com20 Nov 2025

From a reluctant engineering student to one of India's most loved viral choreographers, Noel Alexander's rise has been nothing short of cinematic.

'Enemies of Sanatan Dharma': AAP, BJP spar over CM's Karwa Chauth event

'Enemies of Sanatan Dharma': AAP, BJP spar over CM's Karwa Chauth event

Rediff.com15 Oct 2025

The AAP and BJP have engaged in a war of words over Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta's Karwa Chauth celebration, with the AAP mocking the event and the BJP accusing them of being "enemies of Sanatan Dharma."

Kolkata marks hockey centenary with India's largest stadium

Kolkata marks hockey centenary with India's largest stadium

Rediff.com7 Nov 2025

Beighton Cup to throw open '22,000-seat' hockey stadium in Salt Lake.

Why Is Everyone Asking, 'Who's That Girl?'

Why Is Everyone Asking, 'Who's That Girl?'

Rediff.com15 Oct 2025

This year at Manish Malhotra's annual Diwali bash, someone new caught everyone's attention.

Fresh launches and upscale offerings to fuel M&M's growth

Fresh launches and upscale offerings to fuel M&M's growth

Rediff.com13 Nov 2025

Brokerages expect the company to continue outperforming in the auto segment, driven by launches and the strong trajectory of healthy bookings.

Coming Soon! Pushkar Camel Fair 2025

Coming Soon! Pushkar Camel Fair 2025

Rediff.com26 Oct 2025

The iconic Pushkar Camel Fair 2025 is set to take place from October 30 in Rajasthan. Camel herders from across the region have begun arriving in Pushkar and Ajmer with their magnificent camels, while cultural performances with foreign tourists add vibrant energy to the preparations.

Now, Zubeen Garg's security staff arrested in death case

Now, Zubeen Garg's security staff arrested in death case

Rediff.com10 Oct 2025

With this, a total of seven people have been arrested in connection with Garg's death.

Auto Sales May Extend Past Diwali Thanks to GST Cut

Auto Sales May Extend Past Diwali Thanks to GST Cut

Rediff.com16 Oct 2025

The demand for passenger vehicles (PVs) is expected to sustain even beyond the ongoing festival season as a new set of customers, those who gained confidence to buy cars following the recent GST rate cuts, will begin to visit dealerships now, said Shailesh Chandra, president of the Society of Indian Automobile Manufacturers (Siam), on Wednesday.

Have Your Kids Built A Diwali Killa?

Have Your Kids Built A Diwali Killa?

Rediff.com23 Oct 2025

Diwali celebrations in Maharashtra would be incomplete without the making of the killa, a playful ritual rooted in tradition and creativity, where children and adults come together to craft miniature forts made using mud, sand and clay.

'Indira Gandhi Stood Up To The Americans'

'Indira Gandhi Stood Up To The Americans'

Rediff.com24 Nov 2025

'She was brave. She didn't care a hoot. And India was not the strongest of nations as it is now.'

'Indira Gandhi Stood Up To The Americans'

'Indira Gandhi Stood Up To The Americans'

Rediff.com24 Nov 2025

'She was brave. She didn't care a hoot. And India was not the strongest of nations as it is now.'

PIX: A century on, Indian hockey still unites the nation

PIX: A century on, Indian hockey still unites the nation

Rediff.com7 Nov 2025

'This game against Tottenham will be important for us... to be (around) the top of the league.'

Sobhita-Naga Chaitanya Celebrate Diwali

Sobhita-Naga Chaitanya Celebrate Diwali

Rediff.com21 Oct 2025

It's Diwali in every home, and just like Bollywood, southern stars are celebrating too.

8 Indian Dishes And Their Global Cousins

8 Indian Dishes And Their Global Cousins

Rediff.com11 Nov 2025

Across continents and cultures, people unknowingly cook similar dishes -- same idea, different ingredients or different method of preparation. Many Indian favourites have surprising global twins that nearly mirror our flavours, techniques or eating style.

Malaika, Rashmika Dish Out CHIC Goals...

Malaika, Rashmika Dish Out CHIC Goals...

Rediff.com31 Oct 2025

October was all about AMAZING Diwali fashion. So who all got it right in the style department? Let's check out!

Bajaj Auto posts highest ever quarterly revenue and PAT

Bajaj Auto posts highest ever quarterly revenue and PAT

Rediff.com8 Nov 2025

Pune-based two-wheeler major Bajaj Auto posted its highest ever quarterly revenue and profit after tax (PAT) in Q2FY26. Even as consolidated revenues were up 18.8 per cent year-on-year (Y-o-Y) to Rs 15,734.7 crore, PAT zoomed 53.2 per cent to Rs 2,122 crore.

Zubeen Garg murdered in Singapore, claims Assam CM

Zubeen Garg murdered in Singapore, claims Assam CM

Rediff.com3 Nov 2025

The CM He, however, did not share further details about the case or the kind of evidence that establishes the death as murder.

Watch: Nushrratt, Huma At A Diwali Party

Watch: Nushrratt, Huma At A Diwali Party

Rediff.com15 Oct 2025

Film folk lit up the Lifestyle Asia's Diwali Party in Mumbai.

Dress Up Like Shanaya, Priyanka, Janhvi This Diwali

Dress Up Like Shanaya, Priyanka, Janhvi This Diwali

Rediff.com15 Oct 2025

Then take all the style inspiration that you can from these gorgeous ladies and slay like a diva this festive season!

EC to announce Bihar poll schedule today

EC to announce Bihar poll schedule today

Rediff.com6 Oct 2025

The Election Commission is set to announce the schedule for the Bihar legislative assembly elections on Monday. The announcement will be made at a press conference at 4 pm.

Must See Pictures From The Prithvi Party

Must See Pictures From The Prithvi Party

Rediff.com4 Nov 2025

It was a merry evening at Mumbai's iconic Prithvi Theatre, which is celebrating its 47th year with a 17-day theatre festival.

'Win the toss and...': Bavuma recalls Williamson's advice

'Win the toss and...': Bavuma recalls Williamson's advice

Rediff.com13 Nov 2025

Bavuma believes this group, unbeaten in full-strength Test series since coach Shukri Conrad took charge in 2023, has the maturity and belief to mount a serious challenge and win their only second series in India after 25 years.

Chef Ranveer's Secret Ingredient Is...

Chef Ranveer's Secret Ingredient Is...

Rediff.com11 Oct 2025

Chef Ranveer Brar walked as showstopper for Tarun Tahiliani's Tasva collection at the FDCI x Lakme Fashion Week 2025 in Delhi.

Deepika-Ranveer's Daughter Dua Is So Cute!

Deepika-Ranveer's Daughter Dua Is So Cute!

Rediff.com22 Oct 2025

Deepika Padukone and Ranveer Singh made Diwali even more special by revealing their daughter Dua's face to the world for the first time.

Passenger vehicle retails surge 35% during Navratri; total Sep sales grow 6%

Passenger vehicle retails surge 35% during Navratri; total Sep sales grow 6%

Rediff.com7 Oct 2025

Passenger vehicle retail sales shot up 35 per cent year-on-year during the nine-day Navratri period this year, helping the overall registrations last month grow 6 per cent, as offtakes remained muted in the first 21 days of the month and only took off after the roll-out of new GST rates on September 22, dealer' body FADA said on Tuesday.

Aditi Rao Hydari's Style? Simply Amazing

Aditi Rao Hydari's Style? Simply Amazing

Rediff.com28 Oct 2025

Aditi Rao Hydari has that rare charm, the kind that makes her look just as regal in a silk sari as she does in a sleek couture gown.

Can't Afford Gold? Alia Bhatt's Glam Comes Cheaper

Can't Afford Gold? Alia Bhatt's Glam Comes Cheaper

Rediff.com14 Oct 2025

Think shimmery saris and blingy fits that scream drama without burning a hole in your pocket.

Assam CIC quits over brother's link to Zubeen Garg's Death

Assam CIC quits over brother's link to Zubeen Garg's Death

Rediff.com6 Nov 2025

Assam Chief Information Commissioner Bhaskar Jyoti Mahanta resigned after an RTI request sought data on government funds given to his brother, who is linked to the death of singer Zubeen Garg. Mahanta cited his conscience and the need to avoid suspicion as reasons for his resignation.

Mercedes clocks record Navratri sale of 2,500 cars

Mercedes clocks record Navratri sale of 2,500 cars

Rediff.com8 Oct 2025

'We expect this festival buying spirit to continue in October as well, with upcoming festivities including Dhanteras and Diwali, which traditionally witness spirited buying from customers.'

Delhi sees spike in eye injuries due to carbide guns during Diwali

Delhi sees spike in eye injuries due to carbide guns during Diwali

Rediff.com29 Oct 2025

AIIMS-Delhi reports a rise in eye injuries caused by carbide guns during Diwali, prompting calls for a ban on these dangerous chemical firecrackers. Doctors report severe chemical burn-like injuries and highlight the need for stricter regulations and awareness.

From Shravasti to Meerut, Delhi car blast leaves trail of grief

From Shravasti to Meerut, Delhi car blast leaves trail of grief

Rediff.com11 Nov 2025

Families across North India are mourning the loss of loved ones killed in the Red Fort blast, as the investigation continues and security is heightened.

How Kajal, Kajol Celebrated Diwali...

How Kajal, Kajol Celebrated Diwali...

Rediff.com23 Oct 2025

Bollywood stars celebrated Diwali with their families and shared pix -- where else, on Instagram.