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'Asha Bhosle's Legacy Will Live For Generations': Brett Lee

'Asha Bhosle's Legacy Will Live For Generations': Brett Lee

Rediff.com3 days ago

Former Australia fast bowler Brett Lee paid a heartfelt tribute to the legendary Asha Bhosle on social media.

NIT Kurukshetra Student Suicide: Police Investigate

NIT Kurukshetra Student Suicide: Police Investigate

Rediff.com7 days ago

A student at the National Institute of Technology (NIT) Kurukshetra was found dead in his hostel room, with police investigating a possible suicide.

Autoshop Worker Dies After Air Compressor Attack

Autoshop Worker Dies After Air Compressor Attack

Rediff.com8 Apr 2026

A 38-year-old autoshop worker in Gurugram died after a friend allegedly used an air compressor on his private parts, causing intestinal rupture.

Tamannaah, Tabu, Wamiqa Watch Bhooth Bangla

Tamannaah, Tabu, Wamiqa Watch Bhooth Bangla

Rediff.com17 hours ago

Bollywood celebrities attended a special screening of Akshay Kumar's new film, 'Bhooth Bangla', in Mumbai, marking his first release of the year.

If Asha Bhosle Hadn't Become A Singer...

If Asha Bhosle Hadn't Become A Singer...

Rediff.com3 days ago

Asha Bhosle, the legendary playback singer, had a lifelong passion for cooking, which she considered a stress reliever and a way to connect with loved ones.

Bengaluru Student Dies After Failing Exams: A Suicide Investigation

Bengaluru Student Dies After Failing Exams: A Suicide Investigation

Rediff.com6 days ago

A 17-year-old student in Bengaluru allegedly died by suicide after failing three subjects in her Pre-University Course exams. Police are investigating the incident.

Goa: Woman Killed After Man Allegedly Fires Rifle During Gathering

Goa: Woman Killed After Man Allegedly Fires Rifle During Gathering

Rediff.com4 days ago

A 22-year-old woman died in Sanguem village, Goa, after a man allegedly fired a rifle during a gathering. The accused has been arrested, and police are investigating the circumstances surrounding the shooting.

MP Police Probe Marriage of Woman Who Met Muslim Man at Kumbh Mela

MP Police Probe Marriage of Woman Who Met Muslim Man at Kumbh Mela

Rediff.com14 hours ago

Madhya Pradesh Police are in Kochi investigating the marriage of a young woman and a Muslim man, amid claims she is underage and seeking police protection.

Inside Divyanka Tripathi-Vivek Dahiya's Baby Shower

Inside Divyanka Tripathi-Vivek Dahiya's Baby Shower

Rediff.com6 Apr 2026

Divyanka Tripathi and Vivek Dahiya recently hosted a baby shower in Mumbai, inviting a host of television celebrities.

Boy Mortgages Mother's Jewellery for iPhone Loan

Boy Mortgages Mother's Jewellery for iPhone Loan

Rediff.com8 Apr 2026

A minor boy in Hamirpur, India, stole his mother's jewellery and mortgaged it to obtain a loan of Rs 3 lakh to purchase an iPhone. Police recovered the jewellery and are investigating the involvement of the boy's sister and a friend.

Suspicious Death After Dinner: Police Investigate Kushinagar Case

Suspicious Death After Dinner: Police Investigate Kushinagar Case

Rediff.com4 Apr 2026

A 25-year-old man in Kushinagar, Uttar Pradesh, died under suspicious circumstances after having dinner at a friend's house. Police are investigating the incident following a complaint of foul play.

Dacoit Stars Adivi Sesh-Mrunal's Night Out

Dacoit Stars Adivi Sesh-Mrunal's Night Out

Rediff.com6 days ago

Adivi Sesh hosted a screening of his new release, Dacoit: Ek Prem Katha, in Mumbai, and invited film folk to watch it.

Kannur Dental College Probes Faculty After Student's Death

Kannur Dental College Probes Faculty After Student's Death

Rediff.com4 days ago

Police in Kannur, Kerala, are investigating faculty members at Kannur Dental College following the death of a first-year student. The student's family alleges he was emotionally harassed by faculty, leading to a suspected suicide. The college has suspended two faculty members and is cooperating with the police investigation.

MLA's Son Allegedly Injures Five in Shivpuri Road Accident

MLA's Son Allegedly Injures Five in Shivpuri Road Accident

Rediff.com7 hours ago

Five people were injured in Shivpuri, Madhya Pradesh, after being hit by a jeep allegedly driven by the son of a BJP MLA. A police case has been registered, and investigations are ongoing.

Kannur Dental College Probes Faculty After Student's Suicide Amidst Harassment Claims

Kannur Dental College Probes Faculty After Student's Suicide Amidst Harassment Claims

Rediff.com4 days ago

Police in Kannur, Kerala, are investigating faculty members at Kannur Dental College following the death of a first-year student, Nithin Raj RL, who allegedly died by suicide after facing emotional harassment. The college has suspended two faculty members and initiated an internal inquiry.

A Final Glimpse Of Asha Bhosle

A Final Glimpse Of Asha Bhosle

Rediff.com3 days ago

Glimpses of fans and well-wishers saying their last goodbyes to Asha Bhosle.

Man Arrested for Duping Over 500 Women in Online Romance Scam

Man Arrested for Duping Over 500 Women in Online Romance Scam

Rediff.com15 hours ago

A 35-year-old man has been arrested for allegedly defrauding over 500 women across India of more than Rs 2 crore through fake social media and dating app profiles.

Arrests Made in Ballabhgarh Bar Manager Murder Case

Arrests Made in Ballabhgarh Bar Manager Murder Case

Rediff.com7 hours ago

Two individuals have been arrested in connection with the murder of a 30-year-old bar manager in Ballabhgarh. The suspects, identified as Abhishek and Rohit, confessed to the crime, which stemmed from an argument over alcohol purchase after a wedding celebration.

Delhi Road Accident: Speeding SUV Kills Two-Year-Old Girl

Delhi Road Accident: Speeding SUV Kills Two-Year-Old Girl

Rediff.com2 days ago

A two-year-old girl died in a road accident in Delhi's Alipur area after a speeding SUV rear-ended the car she was travelling in, causing her to be thrown from the vehicle.

Engineer Ends Life in Hotel After Relationship Ends

Engineer Ends Life in Hotel After Relationship Ends

Rediff.com7 days ago

A 27-year-old GAIL engineer allegedly died by suicide in a Pilibhit hotel after a breakup with his long-term partner. Police investigations suggest the man was deeply distressed after the woman ended their five-year relationship.

Man Dies After Intervention in Drunken Brawl: Two Arrested

Man Dies After Intervention in Drunken Brawl: Two Arrested

Rediff.com10 hours ago

A 38-year-old man died after being attacked during a drunken brawl in Vizhinjam. Police have arrested two brothers in connection with the incident.

From Kartrocket To Shiprocket: Journey Of A Unicorn

From Kartrocket To Shiprocket: Journey Of A Unicorn

Rediff.com20 hours ago

'More than becoming a unicorn, what truly satisfies us is seeing small businesses grow from Rs 10,000 a month to Rs 20 lakh after joining our platform.'

Beautiful Moments From Asha Bhosle's Superstar Life

Beautiful Moments From Asha Bhosle's Superstar Life

Rediff.com4 days ago

Snapshots from Asha Bhosle's life.

Tragic Drowning: Odisha Student Dies in Varkala Sea Accident

Tragic Drowning: Odisha Student Dies in Varkala Sea Accident

Rediff.com4 Apr 2026

A 19-year-old student from Odisha drowned in the sea near Varkala, Kerala, after being swept away by strong currents. Police have launched an investigation into the tragic incident.

'BF Checks My Phone Without My Permission'

'BF Checks My Phone Without My Permission'

Rediff.com6 days ago

If your partner doubts you when you haven't done anything wrong, you may need to address their behaviour and communicate how you feel, says rediffGURU Ravi Mittal, CEO of Quack Quack, an online dating web site, and Rebounce, a matrimony platform.

Ranveer Singh, Aamir Khan, Vicky Kaushal At Asha Bhosle's Funeral

Ranveer Singh, Aamir Khan, Vicky Kaushal At Asha Bhosle's Funeral

Rediff.com3 days ago

April 12 was the day music truly died, as Asha Bhosle passed into the ages at the age of 92.

Redmi A7 Pro 5G Launched In India

Redmi A7 Pro 5G Launched In India

Rediff.com1 days ago

Xiaomi has unveiled the Redmi A7 Pro 5G in India. The handset begins at 11,499 and comes equipped with an impressive 6,300 mAh battery.

IPL 2026: Lungi Ngidi reveals how he mastered the dipping slower ball

IPL 2026: Lungi Ngidi reveals how he mastered the dipping slower ball

Rediff.com13 hours ago

Lungi Ngidi discusses the development and effectiveness of his dipping slower ball in the IPL, highlighting its importance in T20 cricket and the mental fortitude required to execute it under pressure.

Everybody Loves Sohrab Handa Review: Interesting Whydunnit

Everybody Loves Sohrab Handa Review: Interesting Whydunnit

Rediff.com6 days ago

Everybody Loves Sohrab Handa is a well-acted, smartly written murder mystery with a finely tuned performances from Vinay Pathak and the rest of the cast, notes Sreeju Sudhakaran.

'We Wanted A Baby But I Found My Wife Was Cheating'

'We Wanted A Baby But I Found My Wife Was Cheating'

Rediff.com3 days ago

rediffGURU Anu Krishna counsels a young married man on how to deal with the dilemma of suspected infidelity and whether or not to go ahead with the decision to have a baby.

Scared Before Your Wedding Day?

Scared Before Your Wedding Day?

Rediff.com6 Apr 2026

It is normal for brides and grooms to get pre-wedding jitters, says rediffGURU Shalini Singh, founder of andwemet, an urban matchmaking platform.

'Welcome, My Friend': Netanyahu rolls out red carpet for Modi

'Welcome, My Friend': Netanyahu rolls out red carpet for Modi

Rediff.com25 Feb 2026

Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to Israel aims to strengthen the strategic partnership between the two nations, focusing on cooperation in various sectors including defense, technology, and trade.

Why Did India Not Stop The War?

Why Did India Not Stop The War?

Rediff.com18 hours ago

India is one of the few nations, and perhaps the only nation, that has good relations with America, Israel and Iran. Knowing that a war in the Gulf would damage our economy, hurt supply of fertilisers and fuel, and cause general chaos, we should have tried to ensure this war did not begin, asserts Aakar Patel.

India Missed Diplomatic Edge Against Pakistan

India Missed Diplomatic Edge Against Pakistan

Rediff.com20 hours ago

Iran was the chance to arrange a concert of nations, to actually be a Vishwaguru. Instead, we are watching from the sidelines as Pakistan, the same country that is apparently still at war with Afghanistan, hosts talks between US-Israel and Iran. The irony is hard to miss, points out Amberish K Diwanji.

Delhi Boy Stabbed: Four Juveniles Arrested After Mayur Vihar Attack

Delhi Boy Stabbed: Four Juveniles Arrested After Mayur Vihar Attack

Rediff.com3 days ago

A minor boy was stabbed by four juveniles in Delhi's Mayur Vihar. All the accused have been apprehended by the police. The incident occurred due to old enmity.

Eight arrested in Amravati obscene video circulation case

Eight arrested in Amravati obscene video circulation case

Rediff.com3 hours ago

Police in Amravati, Maharashtra, have arrested eight individuals for circulating obscene video clips and photographs of minor girls on social media. The investigation began after the videos were discovered on several sites, leading to the seizure of electronic devices and the formation of a special investigation team.

French Open Announces Significant Prize Money Increase for 2026

French Open Announces Significant Prize Money Increase for 2026

Rediff.com12 hours ago

The French Open will increase its prize money by 9.5% this year, bringing the total purse to 61.7 million euros. This increase reflects a broader trend of Grand Slam tournaments boosting player earnings, particularly in the early rounds, amid ongoing discussions about revenue distribution in tennis.

Did Ranveer Singh Snub Shah Rukh Khan At Anant Ambani Bash?

Did Ranveer Singh Snub Shah Rukh Khan At Anant Ambani Bash?

Rediff.com5 days ago

Bollywood is abuzz with reports of Ranveer Singh allegedly ignoring Shah Rukh Khan at Anant Ambani's star-studded birthday bash.

Rishikesh Camp Operator Arrested After Tourist Assault

Rishikesh Camp Operator Arrested After Tourist Assault

Rediff.com4 days ago

A camp operator and three associates have been booked for allegedly assaulting a group of tourists from Delhi at a camp in Shivpuri, near Rishikesh, after a noise complaint.

Ankur Warikoo: AI Could Be Your 'Best Friend' in the Future

Ankur Warikoo: AI Could Be Your 'Best Friend' in the Future

Rediff.com20 Feb 2026

'Relationships do not work out because people are unpredictable. They're emotional. They are biased. An AI companion will not be any of these,' says entrepreneur Ankur Warikoo.