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Machine Learning Uncovers Patterns Of Aggression On Indian X During Key Events

Machine Learning Uncovers Patterns Of Aggression On Indian X During Key Events

Rediff.com27 Sep 2026

Researchers from Goa Institute of Management (GIM) and Goa Business School conducted a study analysing over 1.31 lakh posts on social media platform X using machine learning models. They found that indirect aggression is most common during major social, financial, sporting, and political events in India. The study classified aggression into overt, covert, and non-aggressive forms, noting that overt aggression remained relatively low but peaked during events like India's T20 World Cup loss. The findings have significant implications for online moderation and communication policies.

Mumbai family preserves man's body in freezer for 4 years, spends Rs 50 lakh

Mumbai family preserves man's body in freezer for 4 years, spends Rs 50 lakh

Rediff.com30 Sep 2026

An 80-year-old Mumbai man's family has preserved his body for four years due to "deep emotional attachment," spending over Rs 50 lakh. The police, ruling out foul play, confirmed the man died naturally in 2022 and the family is now considering cryopreservation in the US or performing last rites.

Kia Sorento Review: Why It Is Toyota Fortuner's Biggest Challenge

Kia Sorento Review: Why It Is Toyota Fortuner's Biggest Challenge

Rediff.com6 Oct 2026

Kia has introduced its Sorento SUV to challenge the long-standing dominance of the Toyota Fortuner in the premium SUV segment, offering a luxury-focused approach with a feature-rich cabin and hybrid powertrain at a competitive price point starting from Rs 27.9 lakh.

Value Buying Drives Indian Stock Market Rebound; Sensex Climbs 315 Points

Value Buying Drives Indian Stock Market Rebound; Sensex Climbs 315 Points

Rediff.com25 Sep 2026

Indian benchmark stock indices, Sensex and Nifty, rebounded on Friday, driven by value buying in banking, oil & gas, and auto shares following recent sharp losses. The Sensex climbed 315.20 points to settle at 73,895.74, while the Nifty rose 77.40 points to 23,140.50.

Smaran's unbeaten 126 gives Rest of India commanding lead over J&K

Smaran's unbeaten 126 gives Rest of India commanding lead over J&K

Rediff.com3 Oct 2026

Ravichandran Smaran's unbeaten 126 propelled the Rest of India to a commanding 265-run lead against Jammu and Kashmir on Day 3 of their Irani Cup match in Srinagar, despite early setbacks for India batters Rishabh Pant and Sarfaraz Khan.

Ajay Devgn's 10 Biggest Openings At Box Office

Ajay Devgn's 10 Biggest Openings At Box Office

Rediff.com6 Oct 2026

Drishyam - The Conclusion has made history by becoming Ajay Devgn's biggest box office opener with an astounding Rs 62.03 crores, also securing a spot among the Top-5 Bollywood openers of all time.

After weeks of lull, heavy rains lash Mumbai; IMD predicts more showers

After weeks of lull, heavy rains lash Mumbai; IMD predicts more showers

Rediff.com13 Sep 2026

Mumbai experienced heavy rainfall after a prolonged dry spell, leading to waterlogging in some areas. The India Meteorological Department has warned of intense showers, thunderstorms, and gusty winds, along with forecasts for high and low tides.

Punjab FC's IFA Shield run ends in penalty shootout

Punjab FC's IFA Shield run ends in penalty shootout

Rediff.com4 Oct 2026

Punjab FC's IFA Shield campaign concluded after a narrow 3-4 defeat on penalties to defending champions Mohun Bagan Super Giant in the semi-final. The match remained goalless after 120 minutes of competitive play, with both teams creating chances before the shootout decided the winner.

Scientists Discover Method To Control Cellular Autophagy For Disease Research

Scientists Discover Method To Control Cellular Autophagy For Disease Research

Rediff.com1 Oct 2026

Researchers have discovered a method to externally manipulate a cell's automatic waste clearance process, known as autophagy. This breakthrough, involving the protein LC3, could offer new therapeutic targets for diseases like cancer and Parkinson's, where cellular cleansing mechanisms are often impaired.

'Day 1 At IIT-Bombay Was Frightening'

'Day 1 At IIT-Bombay Was Frightening'

Rediff.com1 Oct 2026

'There was a huge cultural gap. I could not understand the slang, the Mumbai lingo, and would often feel left out during conversations. Since I had studied in the Hindi medium till then, I could not understand English,' says Anup Raaj, an alumnus of IIT-B and founder of InstaPreps AI, a confidence-building platform for students, and coaching institute 7Classes.

UPI Usage Holds Firm Despite MDR Backlash

UPI Usage Holds Firm Despite MDR Backlash

Rediff.com1 Oct 2026

UPI processed an average 802 million transactions a day in September, about 1 per cent more than the 792 million a day over the same period in August.

Passenger Vehicle Sales Jump 21% in September, Driven by Festive Demand

Passenger Vehicle Sales Jump 21% in September, Driven by Festive Demand

Rediff.com1 Oct 2026

Domestic passenger vehicle dispatches in India are estimated to have grown by approximately 21 per cent to 4.60 lakh units in September, with major carmakers like Maruti Suzuki, Tata Motors, M&M, and Hyundai all reporting double-digit growth, driven by increased supplies for the upcoming peak festival season and healthy demand.

Nations League: England crush Croatia; Spain cruise past Czechs

Nations League: England crush Croatia; Spain cruise past Czechs

Rediff.com4 Oct 2026

England delivered a stunning 7-0 victory over Croatia, with Harry Kane and Bukayo Saka each scoring twice, while Spain maintained their perfect record in the Nations League with a 3-1 win against the Czech Republic. Both teams showcased dominant performances in their respective matches.

Portugal in Nations League quarter-finals after all-win record

Portugal in Nations League quarter-finals after all-win record

Rediff.com5 Oct 2026

Title holders Portugal defeated Norway 2-1 in the Nations League, securing their place in the March quarter-finals with a perfect record. Goncalo Ramos scored the winning goal, further highlighting the team's success despite Cristiano Ronaldo's recent departure from the squad. Other Nations League results included Denmark beating Wales, the Netherlands overcoming Serbia, and Greece drawing with Germany.

The Real Reason You May Be Feeling Fat, Angry, Tired...

The Real Reason You May Be Feeling Fat, Angry, Tired...

Rediff.com22 Sep 2026

Dr Pooja Chaudhary, consultant-obstetrics, gynaecology and laparoscopic surgery at Motherhood Hospitals, explains how you can manage your thyroid-related health problems.

Sjored Marijne's Masterclass: Guiding India To Asian Games Gold And Olympic Berth

Sjored Marijne's Masterclass: Guiding India To Asian Games Gold And Olympic Berth

Rediff.com2 Oct 2026

The Indian women's hockey team secured a historic gold medal at the Asian Games, defeating China 1-0, and simultaneously qualified for the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics. This remarkable turnaround is largely attributed to head coach Sjored Marijne, who transformed a divided and underperforming squad into a united, fearless, and successful team within nine months.

NEET-PG 2026: 5,827 New Seats, Lower Cut-Offs

NEET-PG 2026: 5,827 New Seats, Lower Cut-Offs

Rediff.com30 Sep 2026

Postgraduate medical aspirants get big relief in NEET-PG 2026 as available seats rise to nearly 58,000 and cut-off scores drop significantly across categories. Here is what candidates should know before counselling begins.

Rising US Bond Yields Pressure on Indian Equities, FPIs Withdraw Capital

Rising US Bond Yields Pressure on Indian Equities, FPIs Withdraw Capital

Rediff.com5 Oct 2026

Rising bond yields in the US and other advanced economies are making it increasingly difficult for Indian equities to attract foreign portfolio investors (FPIs), leading to pressure on valuations and potentially lower returns for domestic investors.

Indian Equities Tank as Oil Surges, Rate Hike Fears Grip Global Markets

Indian Equities Tank as Oil Surges, Rate Hike Fears Grip Global Markets

Rediff.com15 Sep 2026

Indian benchmark indices, Sensex and Nifty, experienced a significant downturn, with Sensex tanking 778 points and Nifty closing at a five-month low, driven by surging crude oil prices, geopolitical tensions, and fears of further interest rate hikes by major central banks.

Recipe: Chef Sarab's Thai Guava Salad

Recipe: Chef Sarab's Thai Guava Salad

Rediff.com23 Sep 2026

Crisp, juicy guava gets a Thai-inspired makeover in Chef Sarab Kapoor's refreshing salad.

Satwik-Chirag reveal what went wrong in shock Asian Games exit

Satwik-Chirag reveal what went wrong in shock Asian Games exit

Rediff.com25 Sep 2026

Indian men's doubles badminton player Satwiksairaj Rankireddy discusses the reasons behind his and Chirag Shetty's unexpected first-round exit from the Asian Games. He highlights the need to improve their mental game and acknowledges their opponents' strong comeback, while Chirag Shetty admits they could have played smarter.

Why India's Banks Need A Five-Day Week

Why India's Banks Need A Five-Day Week

Rediff.com6 Oct 2026

A two-day weekend would help employees recover physically and mentally. They would return better prepared for branch work that demands patience, judgment, and accuracy, asserts Tamal Bandyopadhyay.

Work With The US, With Or Without Trump

Work With The US, With Or Without Trump

Rediff.com6 Oct 2026

India-US ties may be strained, but abandoning the relationship is not the answer; India must deal with Washington firmly without becoming either servile or hostile, asserts Ambassador T P Sreenivasan.

Live wire snaps onto sleeping men at MP Ganesh pandal, 4 electrocuted

Live wire snaps onto sleeping men at MP Ganesh pandal, 4 electrocuted

Rediff.com26 Sep 2026

Four men were electrocuted and three others injured when a live power cable snapped and fell on them while they slept inside a Ganesh pandal in Mandla, Madhya Pradesh. A preliminary probe suggests a short circuit caused the wire to break, with the incident occurring after power supply resumed.

AM Green Wins H2Global Auction, Boosts India's Green Molecule Export Ambitions

AM Green Wins H2Global Auction, Boosts India's Green Molecule Export Ambitions

Rediff.com30 Sep 2026

AM Green Ammonia has won the Asian lot in H2Global's auction, securing a 10-year agreement to supply renewable ammonia to Germany, valued at over 585 million euros. This deal positions India as a significant exporter of green molecules, with production slated for AM Green's Kakinada project, utilising renewable power and aiming for 2029 deliveries.

India's gold charge meets rain hurdle as Sri Lanka await in Asian Games semifinal

India's gold charge meets rain hurdle as Sri Lanka await in Asian Games semifinal

Rediff.com30 Sep 2026

India's men's cricket team, despite being full strength, faces a rusty start and weather challenges in their Asian Games semifinal against a second-string Sri Lanka. Heavy rain has hampered their practice, and while the forecast for the semifinal is clear, the final could be affected. India, as top-ranked, will progress if the match is washed out, highlighting the impact of weather on the tournament.

Satwik-Chirag Blame Gruelling Schedule For Asian Games Loss

Satwik-Chirag Blame Gruelling Schedule For Asian Games Loss

Rediff.com25 Sep 2026

Indian badminton doubles pair Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty, world No. 5, suffered a surprising first-round exit at the Asian Games, losing to Thailand's Pakkapon Teeraratsakul and Peeratchai Sukphun. The duo cited a demanding schedule, lack of recovery, and mental struggles as factors, while also acknowledging their opponents' strong performance.

Deep depression brings heavy rains to Odisha, Andhra; thousands evacuated

Deep depression brings heavy rains to Odisha, Andhra; thousands evacuated

Rediff.com23 Sep 2026

A deep depression over the Bay of Bengal has brought heavy rainfall to parts of Andhra Pradesh and Odisha, leading to the evacuation of at least 3,500 people and prompting authorities to issue red and orange alerts for several districts.

Will The NEET Exam Go Online From Next Year?

Will The NEET Exam Go Online From Next Year?

Rediff.com30 Sep 2026

The ministry of education is actively formulating a computer-based testing strategy to transition the crucial NEET medical entrance exam to an online format.

Heavy rain disrupts life across North India; six killed in UP

Heavy rain disrupts life across North India; six killed in UP

Rediff.com26 Sep 2026

Heavy rainfall has severely impacted Uttar Pradesh, Jharkhand, and Uttarakhand, leading to casualties, widespread flooding, and significant disruptions. The Char Dham Yatra was suspended, flights were cancelled, and standing crops were damaged. Other regions like Himachal Pradesh, West Bengal, Rajasthan, and Delhi also experienced varied weather conditions, including snowfall and light rains.

Beware These Insurance Sales Traps

Beware These Insurance Sales Traps

Rediff.com25 Sep 2026

If a bank sold the policy, complain to its grievance cell and, if necessary, escalate the complaint to the Reserve Bank of India Ombudsman.

7 Hidden Credit Card Settings To Avoid Scams

7 Hidden Credit Card Settings To Avoid Scams

Rediff.com24 Sep 2026

Your credit card may have security controls you rarely use. Here are seven settings that can help prevent unwanted or fraudulent transactions.

Indian Tennis Faces Historic Setback At Asian Games

Indian Tennis Faces Historic Setback At Asian Games

Rediff.com1 Oct 2026

Indian tennis experienced a significant disappointment at the recent Asian Games, failing to secure any medals for the first time since 1986. The campaign concluded with Sumit Nagal's quarterfinal exit in men's singles, alongside early exits for key doubles pairs. Coaches and officials acknowledge the high level of competition and the need for better support and development of the next generation of players to avoid similar outcomes in future tournaments.

Regulatory Changes Trigger 23% Drop in Derivatives Trading Volumes

Regulatory Changes Trigger 23% Drop in Derivatives Trading Volumes

Rediff.com15 Sep 2026

India's derivatives market experienced a significant 23 per cent fall in average daily contracts traded in August, reaching a 13-month low of 224 million. This decline is primarily attributed to regulatory changes, including a higher securities transaction tax (STT) and enhanced collateral requirements, alongside the introduction of a closing auction session.

How I Learned To Make Mangalorean Prawns Ghee Roast

How I Learned To Make Mangalorean Prawns Ghee Roast

Rediff.com16 Sep 2026

A newcomer to non-vegetarian cooking, Divya Nair shares a recipe of prawns ghee roast, spice perfected to her son's liking.

Maharashtra Tremors: Should Mumbai Worry?

Maharashtra Tremors: Should Mumbai Worry?

Rediff.com5 Oct 2026

'Nobody can say a quake will strike on a particular day or month. It remains a natural event, governed by factors that are only partly understood, even by researchers working on this across the world.'

'He Shot Down One Aircraft, Damaged The Second, Got The Third, Fourth To Flee'

'He Shot Down One Aircraft, Damaged The Second, Got The Third, Fourth To Flee'

Rediff.com25 Sep 2026

'I can't imagine anybody else doing the kind of things he did in the war,' Group Captain Deb Gohain asserts about Flight Lieutenant Alfred Tyrone Cook, the 1965 War hero who passed into the ages last week.

From success to setbacks, Gautam Gambhir takes stock of his two years at India's helm

From success to setbacks, Gautam Gambhir takes stock of his two years at India's helm

Rediff.com24 Sep 2026

Gautam Gambhir reflects on two years as India coach, accepting successes and failures, praising four captains for their team-first approach, and backing Shubman Gill's leadership future.

Lalremsiami's strike powers India women to hockey gold, LA Olympics berth

Lalremsiami's strike powers India women to hockey gold, LA Olympics berth

Rediff.com2 Oct 2026

The Indian women's hockey team defeated defending champions China 1-0 to win their first Asian Games gold medal in 44 years, securing a direct berth for the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics. Lalremsiami scored the winning goal, and goalkeeper Savita Punia made crucial saves.

How India's Women's Hockey Team Secured Olympic Berth

How India's Women's Hockey Team Secured Olympic Berth

Rediff.com2 Oct 2026

India's women's hockey team secured a historic gold medal at the Asian Games, defeating defending champions China 1-0. This victory, marked by Lalremsiami's early goal and a resilient defensive performance led by goalkeeper Bichu Devi, also earned India direct qualification for the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics, ending a 44-year wait for the title.