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WWE is now part of UFC

WWE is now part of UFC

Rediff.com14 Sep 2023

The merger forms TKO Group Holdings

4 Palestinian Women: A Touching Story

4 Palestinian Women: A Touching Story

Rediff.com19 Oct 2023

'The idea of this movie is to trace these journeys and not to blame.' 'We could have talked what happened in 1948. This is what the Israelis did. This is what the Palestinians and Arabs did.' 'We didn't want to go there.'

Can You Spot The Rare Snow Leopard?

Can You Spot The Rare Snow Leopard?

Rediff.com2 Jan 2023

Rare snow leopard sighted in Himachal's Chicham village.

Qatar fund to acquire around 1% stake in Reliance Retail for Rs 8,278 cr

Qatar fund to acquire around 1% stake in Reliance Retail for Rs 8,278 cr

Rediff.com23 Aug 2023

Qatar Investment Authority (QIA) will acquire around 1 per cent stake in Reliance Retail Ventures Ltd (RRVL), the retail arm of billionaire Mukesh Ambani-led Reliance Industries, by investing Rs 8,278 crore ($1 billion). A QIA's wholly-owned subsidiary will make the investment in India's largest retailer at a valuation of Rs 8.278 lakh crore ($100 billion). Updating about the development, Reliance Industries in a regulatory filing said: "QIA's investment will translate into a minority equity stake of 0.99 per cent in RRVL on a fully-diluted basis." RRVL is the holding company for all retail businesses of Reliance Industries Ltd (RIL).

'Hum Hindustani hai': Hizbul terrorist's brother hoists Tricolour in Kashmir

'Hum Hindustani hai': Hizbul terrorist's brother hoists Tricolour in Kashmir

Rediff.com14 Aug 2023

Javed Mattoo, an active terrorist who is said to be based in Pakistan.

Jispa-Tso Moriri: Tipsy bridges, cute kids and a long lake

Jispa-Tso Moriri: Tipsy bridges, cute kids and a long lake

Rediff.com25 Jul 2016

'If you batted an eyelid and drifted the vehicle a little, you'd certainly hit the unsteady rocks and meet your end. Or so it seemed.' 'By the way, did I tell you that we were cruising at approximately 12,000 feet and above?'

PHOTOS: IAF celebrates 90th Air Force Day in style

PHOTOS: IAF celebrates 90th Air Force Day in style

Rediff.com8 Oct 2022

Several aircraft such as Light Combat Aircraft (LCA) Tejas, Sukhoi, Jaguar, Rafale, IL-76, C-130J, and Hawk displayed their skillful manoeuvres, amid a thundering applause from the gathering.

India pushed for early resolution of Demchok and Depsang at Sunday's talks

India pushed for early resolution of Demchok and Depsang at Sunday's talks

Rediff.com24 Apr 2023

India and China agreed during their military talks on Sunday to stay in close touch and work out a mutually acceptable solution to the "remaining issues" in eastern Ladakh at the earliest, but there was no indication of clear forward movement in ending their three-year-long border standoff.

Heatwave in Kashmir leaves locals, tourists in cold sweat

Heatwave in Kashmir leaves locals, tourists in cold sweat

Rediff.com15 Sep 2023

Kashmir is reeling from a heat wave after the valley earlier this week witnessed the second-hottest September day in recorded history, causing hardships to locals and tourists alike.

Sikkim floods: How 150 labourers miss death by whisker

Sikkim floods: How 150 labourers miss death by whisker

Rediff.com7 Oct 2023

'We cried our hearts out as we saw our huts going underwater. It was hard to believe that I was fast asleep at the same spot just 15-20 minutes ago'

China has not taken over one sq inch of our land in recent years: Ladakh LG

China has not taken over one sq inch of our land in recent years: Ladakh LG

Rediff.com14 Sep 2023

Indian troops are defending every inch of the border with China and not even a single inch of land has been taken over by the neighbouring country in recent years, Ladakh Lt Governor Brig (retd) B D Mishra said on Thursday.

'Are you from the land of yoga?'

'Are you from the land of yoga?'

Rediff.com29 Mar 2023

'If I were to say, I had the best vegetarian food in my life in Vietnam, nobody would believe me.' 'When I proclaimed this to my friends, they didn't believe me. I had to show them the pictures and make them drool!!'

KKR to invest Rs 2,069 cr in Reliance Retail; to hike stake to 1.42%

KKR to invest Rs 2,069 cr in Reliance Retail; to hike stake to 1.42%

Rediff.com11 Sep 2023

Global investment firm KKR will invest Rs 2,069.50 crore in Reliance Retail Ventures Ltd for a 0.25 per cent additional stake of the retailer at a valuation of about Rs 8.36 lakh crore, Reliance Industries Ltd said on Monday. After this investment, KKR's shareholding in Reliance Retail Ventures Ltd (RRVL), the holding company of the retail business of billionaire Mukesh Ambani-led RIL, will increase to 1.42 per cent from 1.17 per cent. The investment is at "a pre-money equity value of Rs 8.361 lakh crore (around $100.87 billion)", said a joint statement.

Arrested Bengal minister Mallick hospitalised after fainting in court

Arrested Bengal minister Mallick hospitalised after fainting in court

Rediff.com28 Oct 2023

The Enforcement Directorate has arrested West Bengal minister Jyotipriyo Mallick in a money laundering case linked to an alleged multi-core ration distribution scam in the state, official sources said on Friday.

Situation hasn't returned to normal: India on LAC row

Situation hasn't returned to normal: India on LAC row

Rediff.com7 Oct 2022

"Some steps are required for full normalcy, we have not reached there," Bagchi said.

Territorial Army inducts Mandarin language experts, to be part of border talks

Territorial Army inducts Mandarin language experts, to be part of border talks

Rediff.com8 Oct 2023

The batch of five experts will also play a role as interpreters between India and China sides during border personnel meetings, sources said.

India, China agree to 'speed up' resolution of LAC standoff: Chinese Defence Ministry

India, China agree to 'speed up' resolution of LAC standoff: Chinese Defence Ministry

Rediff.com25 Apr 2023

Chinese foreign ministry spokesperson Mao Ning told the media in Beijing on Monday that the two sides held an in-depth exchange of views on expediting the resolution of relevant issues.

SEE: Asian Games opens with futuristic ceremony

SEE: Asian Games opens with futuristic ceremony

Rediff.com23 Sep 2023

In keeping with the main theme of 'Tides Surging in Asia', the ceremony was about the intermingling of China, Asia and the world in the new era

'Asian Games is a cash-burning project'

'Asian Games is a cash-burning project'

Rediff.com21 Sep 2023

With economic problems and job cuts, Hangzhou locals and people in other parts of China are not very pleased about hosting the Asian Games.

India-China border 'generally' stable: Chinese FM to Jaishankar

India-China border 'generally' stable: Chinese FM to Jaishankar

Rediff.com5 May 2023

Chinese Foreign Minister Qin Gang reiterated that the situation at the India-China border is generally stable and both sides should consolidate the present achievements and strictly abide by the relevant agreements while pushing for further cooling and easing of the conditions for sustainable peace and tranquillity at the frontier.

What's On Kartik's Plate?

What's On Kartik's Plate?

Rediff.com24 Dec 2022

Work and pleasure sure go hand-in-hand for Bollywood.

2 Weeks On, What Did Hamas Attack Achieve?

2 Weeks On, What Did Hamas Attack Achieve?

Rediff.com21 Oct 2023

By creating mayhem, Hamas aims to force the Arab States to give up their plans of reconciliation with Israel, explains Colonel Anil A Athale.

Qatar sovereign fund in talks for stake in Reliance Retail

Qatar sovereign fund in talks for stake in Reliance Retail

Rediff.com26 Jul 2023

Qatar's sovereign wealth fund is in early discussions to buy a minority stake in billionaire Mukesh Ambani's rapidly expanding retail unit for about $1 billion (Rs 8,200 crore), sources said. The Qatar Investment Authority is keen on tapping the fast-growing Indian market and has entered into a discussion to buy about 1 per cent stake in Reliance Retail Ventures, sources with knowledge of the matter said. Talks, sources said, are at a preliminary stage and being led by an executive director on the board of parent Reliance Industries Ltd.

Why this ISRO scientist has not visited his Manipur home for over 2 years

Why this ISRO scientist has not visited his Manipur home for over 2 years

Rediff.com25 Aug 2023

Meet Indian Space Research Organisation scientist Ningthoujam Raghu Singh, who was one of the bright sparks responsible for sending Chandrayaan-3 to the moon.

When Bollywood Sang To The Moon

When Bollywood Sang To The Moon

Rediff.com24 Aug 2023

As India successfully lands Chandrayaan-3, does the moon look as beautiful as one's beloved or has the Chanda Mama of folk ditties acquired a whole new meaning?

No headway in India-China talks, next round of military-level dialogue 'soon'

No headway in India-China talks, next round of military-level dialogue 'soon'

Rediff.com14 Oct 2022

The MEA said the two sides agreed to continue discussions through diplomatic and military channels to resolve the remaining issues "at the earliest" so as to create conditions for the restoration of normalcy in the bilateral relations.

Byju's sacks 1,000 more; count jumps to 3,500

Byju's sacks 1,000 more; count jumps to 3,500

Rediff.com20 Jun 2023

India's largest edtech firm Byju's will fire 1,000 employees in a fresh round of layoffs across departments. With the latest round, total job cuts at the company have mounted to around 3,500. According to sources, fresh job cuts are an attempt by the company to improve its finances and work towards a path to profitability.

Why RCB Will Wear Green Against RR

Why RCB Will Wear Green Against RR

Rediff.com22 Apr 2023

'RCB is the world's first carbon neutral cricket team and the foremost cricket franchise in the world.'

Namratha Nandish Makes History in Kashmir

Namratha Nandish Makes History in Kashmir

Rediff.com8 Nov 2021

Bengaluru's Namratha Nandish has trekked to 50 high altitudes lakes in Kashmir in one season to earn the sobriquet of 'Alpine Girl'.

Yeh Hai India: Sunset In Shangri-La

Yeh Hai India: Sunset In Shangri-La

Rediff.com18 Jul 2022

Tourists take a boat ride on the Dal Lake in Srinagar, July 17, 2022, at sunset.

Yeh Hai India: Record Tourists In Kashmir

Yeh Hai India: Record Tourists In Kashmir

Rediff.com13 Apr 2022

The tourist arrivals this year are said to be the highest in a decade.

Raging winter storm has so far killed 50 people in US

Raging winter storm has so far killed 50 people in US

Rediff.com27 Dec 2022

The extreme circumstances in western New York were caused by numbing cold, howling winds, and heavy 'lake-effect' snow, which was picked up by freezing air flowing over warmer lake waters.

7 Winter Treks In The Himalayas

7 Winter Treks In The Himalayas

Rediff.com30 Jan 2023

Add adventure to your winterr vacay with any of these easy, one-day Himalayan treks that you can attempt by yourself.

A Selfie In The Garden Of Joy

A Selfie In The Garden Of Joy

Rediff.com14 Nov 2022

Glimpses of visitors enjoying the majestic beauty of maple trees at the Nishat Garden in Srinagar on Sunday, November 13, 2022.

Day after yatra, Rahul, Priyanka pray at Kheer Bhawani, Hazratbal

Day after yatra, Rahul, Priyanka pray at Kheer Bhawani, Hazratbal

Rediff.com31 Jan 2023

The Gandhi siblings first drove from their hotel in Srinagar to the shrine of Ragnya Devi, popularly known as Mata Kheer Bhawani temple, in Tullamula area of the central Kashmir's Ganderbal district, the officials said.

She Makes Bollywood Brides Look Perfect

She Makes Bollywood Brides Look Perfect

Rediff.com23 Oct 2023

'I was at Deepika's wedding at Lake Como, also at the receptions in Delhi, Mumbai and Bengaluru, and every moment was unforgettable.'

India summons Swiss envoy over anti-India posters near UN building in Geneva

India summons Swiss envoy over anti-India posters near UN building in Geneva

Rediff.com5 Mar 2023

Several posters alleging harassment of minorities and women were put up at a square outside the UN building in Geneva coinciding with a session of the UN Human Rights Council.

Sunaks let dog off leash in park, police reminds them of rules

Sunaks let dog off leash in park, police reminds them of rules

Rediff.com15 Mar 2023

The 42-year-old Indian-origin prime minister and his family were filmed apparently breaking the rules of Hyde Park in central London.

The Lonar Crater, At Last!

The Lonar Crater, At Last!

Rediff.com30 Sep 2022

Rajesh Karkera journeys through verdant countryside to the little-explored pristine Lonar lake in eastern Maharashtra.

Maha rains: Over 3,500 people moved to safety, NDRF deployed

Maha rains: Over 3,500 people moved to safety, NDRF deployed

Rediff.com5 Jul 2022

Maharashtra Chief Minister Eknath Shinde reviewed the rain situation on Tuesday and said over 3,500 people had been shifted to safer places from flood-prone and vulnerable spots across the state, where several districts, including Mumbai, experienced downpour.