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Maharashtra: Sena, BJP ministers tussle over officials' meet

Maharashtra: Sena, BJP ministers tussle over officials' meet

Rediff.com26 Jul 2025

Maharashtra Social Justice Minister Sanjay Shirsat of the Shiv Sena has taken an exception to his junior minister Madhuri Misal belonging to the Bharatiya Janata Party holding a meeting with department officials 'without informing' him, with the latter responded saying it was very much within her powers.

Uttarkashi floods: 70 Rescued, over 50 still missing

Uttarkashi floods: 70 Rescued, over 50 still missing

Rediff.com7 Aug 2025

Rescue operations continue in Uttarkashi after flash floods, with dozens still missing. The Army and other agencies are working to rescue stranded people and restore connectivity.

Srikanth battles into semis of Malaysia Masters

Srikanth battles into semis of Malaysia Masters

Rediff.com23 May 2025

Kidambi Srikanth entered the semi-finals of Malaysia Masters with a hard-fought three-game win over Toma Junior Popov of France.

'Prime Minister's Inclusion Is A Constitutional Mockery'

'Prime Minister's Inclusion Is A Constitutional Mockery'

Rediff.com22 Aug 2025

'This type of comprehensive legislation has never been introduced before in Parliament's history.' 'A bill that simultaneously affects ministers, chief ministers, and the prime minister represents completely uncharted Constitutional territory.' 'Throughout our nation's legislative history, the established policy has consistently held that public office holders should face punishment only after receiving conviction from a competent court of law. Without this safeguard, we risk systematic destabilisation, and our federal structure would face complete collapse.' 'Any central government could potentially deploy this legislation against state governments they oppose politically. This represents the most frightening prospect and dangerous possibility that these bills create.'

Indian teen sensation Tanvi creates history in Iowa

Indian teen sensation Tanvi creates history in Iowa

Rediff.com29 Jun 2025

Tanvi will take on top seed Beiwen Zhang of the United States in the final.

The World Plays Squid Games Again

The World Plays Squid Games Again

Rediff.com1 Jul 2025

With the third and final season out, fans across the world are playing the Squid Games again.

Ex-India wicketkeeper Saha set to take up coaching

Ex-India wicketkeeper Saha set to take up coaching

Rediff.com17 Jul 2025

Wriddhiman Saha is all set to enter the coaching arena with Cricket Association of Bengal (CAB) showing interest in hiring him as the head coach of the Under-23 state team.

Hat-trick of wins for India Jr women's hockey team!

Hat-trick of wins for India Jr women's hockey team!

Rediff.com13 Jun 2025

India defeated Belgium 3-2 to register their third consecutive victory against them in their ongoing tour of Europe in Antwerp.

Tanvi, Ayush advance to semis of US Open badminton

Tanvi, Ayush advance to semis of US Open badminton

Rediff.com28 Jun 2025

Tanvi Sharma and Ayush Shetty marched into the semi-finals of the US Open badminton tournament with convincing wins to continue their impressive run in the Super 300 Tournament.

How National Sports Bill will impact India-Pak games

How National Sports Bill will impact India-Pak games

Rediff.com23 Jul 2025

The central government will have the power to "impose reasonable restrictions" on the international participation of Indian teams and individual athletes under "extraordinary circumstances", as per the National Sports Governance Bill that was tabled in Lok Sabha on Wednesday.

It's curtains for Sen, Mannepalli at Macau Open

It's curtains for Sen, Mannepalli at Macau Open

Rediff.com2 Aug 2025

Mannepalli netted a smash as Justin won 9 of the next 13 points to level at 18-all with a sharp return to the forehand.

Delhi govt to suspend officials for Minto Bridge flooding

Delhi govt to suspend officials for Minto Bridge flooding

Rediff.com25 May 2025

The Delhi government is likely to take disciplinary actions against officials responsible for waterlogging at the Minto Bridge underpass after overnight showers. A junior engineer and pump operator responsible for the underpass will be suspended and the assistant engineer will be issued a show cause notice for supervisory lapses.

Why Sandeep Patil, Ravi Shastri Fell Out

Why Sandeep Patil, Ravi Shastri Fell Out

Rediff.com18 Aug 2025

'I wanted a player of his calibre to take on one of the strongest sides in the country.' 'However, he stuck to his guns, and we had an argument.'

Real Madrid sign Argentine teenager on 6-year deal

Real Madrid sign Argentine teenager on 6-year deal

Rediff.com13 Jun 2025

Real Madrid have signed 17-year-old midfielder Franco Mastantuono from Argentine side River Plate on a six-year contract, the LaLiga club said on Friday.

Srikanth knocks out top seed Chou Tien Chen; enters SF

Srikanth knocks out top seed Chou Tien Chen; enters SF

Rediff.com5 Jul 2025

Kidambi Srikanth continued his impressive run to enter the men's singles semi-finals with a straight-game win over top seed Chou Tien Chen of Chinese Taipei at the Canada Open.

Working With A Younger Boss? 10 Smart Tips For You

Working With A Younger Boss? 10 Smart Tips For You

Rediff.com31 Jul 2025

Adarsh Rai, an emotional intelligence coach and the founder-CEO of HR Brain HUB, suggests simple, practical tips that will help you adapt and thrive while working with Gen Z and millennial bosses in today's evolving workplace.

Thane engineer held in espionage case seeks bail, cites career loss

Thane engineer held in espionage case seeks bail, cites career loss

Rediff.com25 Jun 2025

In his bail plea filed recently before the Thane magistrate's court, Verma pleaded innocence, contending that the allegations, even though serious, "are subject to proof beyond reasonable doubt during trial".

Kamal Haasan's Kiss Removed From Thug Life

Kamal Haasan's Kiss Removed From Thug Life

Rediff.com19 May 2025

Kamal Haasan's torrid smooch with his co-star Abhirami Gopikumar will be removed after the widespread outrage.

Baghel's son Chaitanya 'handled' Rs 1,000 cr in liquor scam: ED

Baghel's son Chaitanya 'handled' Rs 1,000 cr in liquor scam: ED

Rediff.com21 Jul 2025

The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has alleged that Chaitanya Baghel, son of former Chhattisgarh chief minister Bhupesh Baghel, handled over Rs 1,000 crore worth of proceeds from a liquor scam and used Rs 16.7 crore for his real estate project.

FIDE Chess World Cup In India!

FIDE Chess World Cup In India!

Rediff.com21 Jul 2025

The FIDE World Cup for chess will be held between October 30 and November 27, 2025.

Rahul alleges criminal fraud in polls; EC wants it on oath

Rahul alleges criminal fraud in polls; EC wants it on oath

Rediff.com7 Aug 2025

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi alleges that the Election Commission is colluding with the BJP to manipulate elections, citing data analysis from a Karnataka constituency. He claims evidence of 'vote chori' and demands transparency from the EC.

US Open 2025: Ayush, Tanvi move into quarterfinals

US Open 2025: Ayush, Tanvi move into quarterfinals

Rediff.com27 Jun 2025

India's Ayush Shetty, Tanvi Sharma storm into quarter-finals of US Open 2025 badminton tournament

15-year-old girl, admitted for operation at UP medical college, raped

15-year-old girl, admitted for operation at UP medical college, raped

Rediff.com23 Jun 2025

The girl was raped by the attendant of another patient in a toilet of the medical college on the night of June 20, police said.

Test Rankings: Brook goes top, Gill soars to No 6

Test Rankings: Brook goes top, Gill soars to No 6

Rediff.com9 Jul 2025

England's right-handed batter Harry Brook has replaced his teammate Joe Root to reclaim the No. 1 Test batter's position in the world

Divya Deshmukh wins World Junior Chess

Divya Deshmukh wins World Junior Chess

Rediff.com13 Jun 2024

Divya Deshmukh of India outclassed Bulgaria's Beloslava Krasteva to clinch the title in the World Junior Girls' chess championship

Will Shashi Tharoor Succeed Dhankhar?

Will Shashi Tharoor Succeed Dhankhar?

Rediff.com22 Jul 2025

What piques the narrative is that Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Union Home Minister Amit Shah decide on crucial matters, they play it close to their chest, and revel in springing a surprise.

Kerala official suspended over offensive post on crash victim

Kerala official suspended over offensive post on crash victim

Rediff.com13 Jun 2025

A government employee in Kerala has been suspended for making an offensive comment on Facebook about a Keralite nurse who died in the Ahmedabad plane crash.

J-K cop, teacher among 3 govt staffers sacked over terror links

J-K cop, teacher among 3 govt staffers sacked over terror links

Rediff.com3 Jun 2025

Over 75 government employees with terror links have been dismissed so far by the LG administration.

Former India hockey player Bimal Lakra hospitalised

Former India hockey player Bimal Lakra hospitalised

Rediff.com3 Jul 2025

The health minister said he is personally monitoring the health of Lakra.

Not just cricket: KL Rahul trained like a F1 driver

Not just cricket: KL Rahul trained like a F1 driver

Rediff.com13 Jul 2025

Rahul has arguably looked the most assured batter of the series so far. His ability to leave the ball well and play late has helped him excel in English conditions.

'Chatted With A Guy Online. The Shock? He's My Boss'

'Chatted With A Guy Online. The Shock? He's My Boss'

Rediff.com25 Jul 2025

rediffGURU Kanchan Rai explains how to deal with an awkward situation and the emotional mess when your secret online relationship unexpectedly collides with your real life.

Akshay's Grand Gesture For Stuntmen

Akshay's Grand Gesture For Stuntmen

Rediff.com19 Jul 2025

Akshay Kumar has been personally funding medical insurance premiums worth Rs 6 crore to Rs 7 crore annually for over 650 stuntmen and their families for the past eight years.

India Jr women's hockey team lose to Argentina

India Jr women's hockey team lose to Argentina

Rediff.com2 Jun 2025

The Indian junior women's hockey team ended its campaign at the Four Nations tournament with a 2-4 defeat to hosts Argentina.

Taipei Open: Srikanth, Ayush, Mannepalli, Unnati in second round

Taipei Open: Srikanth, Ayush, Mannepalli, Unnati in second round

Rediff.com7 May 2025

Kidambi Srikanth started his campaign in the Taipei Open on a bright note and moved into the second round of the Super 300 badminton tournament along with a host of other Indian youngsters in Taipei on Wednesday.

'Protesting wrestlers past prime, stalling juniors'

'Protesting wrestlers past prime, stalling juniors'

Rediff.com28 Dec 2023

Sanjay Singh claimed that the veteran wrestlers who have been protesting do not want junior wrestlers to progress

Divya is like MS Dhoni - cool in crunch situations'

Divya is like MS Dhoni - cool in crunch situations'

Rediff.com28 Jul 2025

Abundantly talented but more significantly, incredibly cool in crunch situations, that's how India's 88th Grandmaster and World Cup winner Divya Deshmukh was described by her formative coach Srinath Narayanan, who feels the 19-year-old chess wizard's composure is comparable only to cricket great Mahendra Singh Dhoni.

Ayush wins maiden BWF World Tour title at US Open

Ayush wins maiden BWF World Tour title at US Open

Rediff.com30 Jun 2025

Ayush Shetty notched up his first BWF World Tour title with a commanding straight-games victory over Canada's Brian Yang in the men's singles final of the US Open Super 300.

Surprise! Arshdeep gets net help from familiar faces

Surprise! Arshdeep gets net help from familiar faces

Rediff.com29 Jun 2025

Harpreet Brar and Jagjit Singh Sandhu linked up with the India pacer in the nets, bringing a touch of familiarity and camaraderie to a high-pressure moment in the series.

AFI to act against athletes who train, compete abroad sans permission

AFI to act against athletes who train, compete abroad sans permission

Rediff.com10 May 2025

Sagoo said the AFI will frame guidelines to ensure transparency when permission for competition and training abroad is sought by an athlete.

Ex-India bowling coach Arun to train Sri Lanka's cricketers

Ex-India bowling coach Arun to train Sri Lanka's cricketers

Rediff.com30 May 2025

Former India bowling coach Bharat Arun will conduct a specialised 14-day training program for Sri Lankan cricketers across men's and women's junior and senior teams as well as coaches from June 2.