News for '-name'

KSCA To Name Hubballi Pavilion After Sunil Joshi

KSCA To Name Hubballi Pavilion After Sunil Joshi

Rediff.com5 days ago

KSCA to name Pavilion Block at Hubballi's Rajnagar Cricket Grounds after former India cricketer Sunil Joshi during Ranji Trophy final.

Tamil Nadu releases final electoral roll; 97 lakh names deleted

Tamil Nadu releases final electoral roll; 97 lakh names deleted

Rediff.com3 days ago

The Election Commission has released the final electoral roll for Tamil Nadu, revealing a significant decrease in the number of voters due to deletions and new additions.

Chinnaswamy Stadium to Name Stands After Kumble, Dravid

Chinnaswamy Stadium to Name Stands After Kumble, Dravid

Rediff.com13 Feb 2026

KSCA names two stands at M Chinnaswamy Stadium after Anil Kumble and Rahul Dravid, honouring the Karnataka legends for their immense contributions to Indian cricket.

SC junks plea seeking ban on construction of mosques named after Babur

SC junks plea seeking ban on construction of mosques named after Babur

Rediff.com6 days ago

The Supreme Court has rejected a petition seeking to prevent the construction of mosques named after Mughal emperor Babur.

Kerala SIR: Around 9 lakhs names deleted in final voter list

Kerala SIR: Around 9 lakhs names deleted in final voter list

Rediff.com5 days ago

According to data released by the ECI, the revised electoral roll has 2,69,53,644 voters, compared to 2,78,50,855 before the Special Intensive Revision began in October last year.

Suspended UP magistrate launches political party, names it RAM

Suspended UP magistrate launches political party, names it RAM

Rediff.com3 days ago

Suspended city magistrate Alankar Agnihotri has announced the formation of his own political party, Rashtriya Adhikar Morcha (RAM), in Vrindavan. He was suspended by the Uttar Pradesh government on charges of indiscipline.

Shop name sparks communal tension in Uttarakhand

Shop name sparks communal tension in Uttarakhand

Rediff.com2 Feb 2026

A controversy in Kotdwar, Uttarakhand, sparked by a Hindu outfit's protest against a shop named "Baba" owned by a person from a particular community, has been resolved through police intervention and dialogue.

Assam publishes final voters list, drops over 2.43 lakh names

Assam publishes final voters list, drops over 2.43 lakh names

Rediff.com10 Feb 2026

The Election Commission of India has published the final voters list for Assam after a Special Revision, deleting over 2.43 lakh names from the draft roll. The final roll comprises nearly 2.49 crore voters, a decrease of 0.97 per cent from the draft roll.

Muslim names in LD lists exceed population share in 4 Kolkata seats: Study

Muslim names in LD lists exceed population share in 4 Kolkata seats: Study

Rediff.com12 Feb 2026

A new study alleges that Muslim voters are disproportionately represented in Logical Discrepancy (LD) lists during Kolkata's voter roll revision, raising concerns about potential bias in the electoral process.

My father would be so proud that his son has an end named after him: Rahul Dravid

My father would be so proud that his son has an end named after him: Rahul Dravid

Rediff.com15 Feb 2026

Batting great Rahul Dravid said having a stand named after him at his home ground -- the M Chinnaswamy stadium in Bengaluru -- means a lot for his family especially his late father Sharad, who was instrumental in him taking up cricket.

Jab We Met: 'I Called Her With A Fake Name'

Jab We Met: 'I Called Her With A Fake Name'

Rediff.com11 Feb 2026

Sanjeev Yadav shares the story of how he met his wife, Damini. A Valentine's Week special.

Row erupts as Tamannaah Bhatia named Mysore Sandal Soap ambassador

Row erupts as Tamannaah Bhatia named Mysore Sandal Soap ambassador

Rediff.com11 Feb 2026

Actress Tamannaah Bhatia has been appointed as the brand ambassador for Karnataka Soaps and Detergents Limited (KSDL), the makers of Mysore Sandal Soap, sparking controversy over the choice of a non-Kannada speaking actor. The government defends the decision as a business strategy to boost sales outside Karnataka.

Tharoor named star campaigner day after meeting Rahul

Tharoor named star campaigner day after meeting Rahul

Rediff.com30 Jan 2026

Shashi Tharoor's relationship with Congress leaders in Kerala appears to be improving after a meeting with Rahul Gandhi. A prominent state leader announced Tharoor will be a star campaigner for the party-led UDF in the upcoming Kerala Assembly polls.

T20 WC: Named after Yuvraj, Canada's Samra dreams big

T20 WC: Named after Yuvraj, Canada's Samra dreams big

Rediff.com6 Feb 2026

Named after Yuvraj, Canada's Samra keen to emulate his idol in T20 WC

6 Longest Place Names On Earth!

6 Longest Place Names On Earth!

Rediff.com12 Jan 2026

Places where names never end...

Mira Nair named in an email in newly-released Epstein files

Mira Nair named in an email in newly-released Epstein files

Rediff.com31 Jan 2026

Indian filmmaker Mira Nair attended a party at Ghislaine Maxwell's townhouse, according to newly released Epstein files. The files also mention Bill Clinton and Jeff Bezos were in attendance.

West Indies name strong squad for T20 World Cup

West Indies name strong squad for T20 World Cup

Rediff.com26 Jan 2026

Hope to lead West Indies in T20 World Cup; Sampson, Joseph included

Lovlina Borgohain Sports Arena Opens in Lakhimpur

Lovlina Borgohain Sports Arena Opens in Lakhimpur

Rediff.com7 hours ago

Olympic bronze medallist Lovlina Borgohain was honoured with a stadium named after her in Lakhimpur, Assam.

Union Cabinet approves renaming Kerala to Keralam

Union Cabinet approves renaming Kerala to Keralam

Rediff.com2 days ago

The Union Cabinet has reportedly approved the Kerala government's proposal to officially change the state's name to Keralam, following a resolution passed by the Kerala Assembly.

After Keralam, chorus for renaming Delhi, West Bengal

After Keralam, chorus for renaming Delhi, West Bengal

Rediff.com1 days ago

Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah has urged the central government to approve West Bengal's request to rename the state, following the approval of a similar proposal for Kerala.

10 Countries With Names History Forgot

10 Countries With Names History Forgot

Rediff.com26 Dec 2025

The new names vs old names of various nations.

Modi pays tribute to Holocaust victims at Yad Vashem memorial

Modi pays tribute to Holocaust victims at Yad Vashem memorial

Rediff.com12 hours ago

Prime Minister Narendra Modi visited the Yad Vashem memorial in Jerusalem, accompanied by Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, to pay tribute to the victims of the Holocaust and reaffirm the commitment to peace and human dignity.

Modi Pays Tribute to Holocaust Victims at Yad Vashem

Modi Pays Tribute to Holocaust Victims at Yad Vashem

Rediff.com10 hours ago

Prime Minister Narendra Modi visited the Yad Vashem memorial in Jerusalem and paid tribute to the victims of the Holocaust, accompanied by Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.

No major changes as Pakistan name squad for Aus T20 series

No major changes as Pakistan name squad for Aus T20 series

Rediff.com23 Jan 2026

Shaheen Shah Afridi returns from injury and Babar Azam is recalled as Pakistan name their T20 squad for the home series against Australia in Lahore.

Rashmika Mandanna-Vijay Deverakonda Confirm 'The Wedding of VIROSH'

Rashmika Mandanna-Vijay Deverakonda Confirm 'The Wedding of VIROSH'

Rediff.com3 days ago

Rashmika Mandanna and Vijay Deverakonda are all set to marry on February 26 in Udaipur.

Fire-hit Goa nightclub ran under multiple names since 1999: Sawant

Fire-hit Goa nightclub ran under multiple names since 1999: Sawant

Rediff.com16 Jan 2026

The chief minister fielded a volley of questions from the Opposition benches regarding the fire that broke out at Birch by Romeo Lane, a nightclub at Arpora village in North Goa that claimed 25 lives last month.

Now, no charges for cancelling air ticket before 48 hrs

Now, no charges for cancelling air ticket before 48 hrs

Rediff.com13 hours ago

The DGCA has revised air ticket refund norms, allowing passengers to cancel or change tickets without additional charges within 48 hours of booking, subject to conditions. The new rules also address name correction fees and medical emergency cancellations.

First Glimpse: Katrina Kaif After Becoming A Mum

First Glimpse: Katrina Kaif After Becoming A Mum

Rediff.com1 days ago

Katrina Kaif gets snapped in the city.

Rashmika Mandanna-Vijay Deverakonda's Wedding Festivities Start

Rashmika Mandanna-Vijay Deverakonda's Wedding Festivities Start

Rediff.com2 days ago

Rashmika Mandanna and Vijay Deverakonda's wedding is underway in Udaipur.

Pamela Conti named new head coach of Indian U-17 women's team

Pamela Conti named new head coach of Indian U-17 women's team

Rediff.com25 Jan 2026

Former Italy international Pamela Conti was on Sunday named head coach of the Indian women's U-17 team to take charge of the country's AFC Asian Cup campaign later this year, second such appointment of a national side this month made by the All India Football Federation (AIFF).

Khemchand Singh to be new Manipur CM, Kuki MLA named his deputy

Khemchand Singh to be new Manipur CM, Kuki MLA named his deputy

Rediff.com3 Feb 2026

Y Khemchand Singh has been elected as the leader of the BJP legislature party in Manipur, setting the stage for a new government in the state. The election took place at a BJP legislature party meeting, with endorsement from NDA constituents expected.

Arshdeep Singh becomes India's top wicket-taker in T20 World Cups

Arshdeep Singh becomes India's top wicket-taker in T20 World Cups

Rediff.com5 hours ago

Underlining his growing stature as a key figure in India's bowling attack, pacer Arshdeep Singh on Thursday achieved a major personal milestone, surpassing senior pro Jasprit Bumrah to become India's highest wicket-taker in T20 World Cups.

T20 World Cup: Thursday's Game Will Be Played Before India's Most Knowledgeable Fans

T20 World Cup: Thursday's Game Will Be Played Before India's Most Knowledgeable Fans

Rediff.com1 days ago

It is said that in Chennai, fans do not watch cricket -- they analyse and debate it and even outthink the experts. Cricket here is savoured like their favourite dish -- a hot bowl of rasam.

Dog name 'Ram': Chhattisgarh teacher suspended over question paper row

Dog name 'Ram': Chhattisgarh teacher suspended over question paper row

Rediff.com11 Jan 2026

The headmistress of a government school in Chhattisgarh has been suspended after a question in a Class IV English question paper allegedly set by her triggered allegations of hurting religious sentiments, officials said on Sunday.

ED wants speedy trial against P Chidambaram in PMLA cases

ED wants speedy trial against P Chidambaram in PMLA cases

Rediff.com9 hours ago

The Enforcement Directorate (ED) is seeking an expedited trial against Congress leader P Chidambaram in the Aircel-Maxis and INX Media money laundering cases, having submitted the required prosecution sanction to the court.

T20 World Cup: India's Nets Session Resembled A Fireworks Display

T20 World Cup: India's Nets Session Resembled A Fireworks Display

Rediff.com1 days ago

Batters launched balls so high into the sky that they looked like rockets taking off from the centre square.

Sasikala announces new party ahead of Tamil Nadu polls

Sasikala announces new party ahead of Tamil Nadu polls

Rediff.com2 days ago

V K Sasikala, a close aide of the late J Jayalalithaa, has announced the launch of a new political party in Tamil Nadu, potentially leading to a four-way contest in the upcoming state Assembly elections.

Row after 'Ram' appears as dog's name option in school exam

Row after 'Ram' appears as dog's name option in school exam

Rediff.com8 Jan 2026

The question, in the half-yearly exam held on Wednesday, asked Class IV students to identify the name of 'Mona's dog' with options being 'Bala', 'Sheru', 'No One' and 'Ram'.

Chiranjeevi Undergoes Shoulder Surgery; 'Recovering Well'

Chiranjeevi Undergoes Shoulder Surgery; 'Recovering Well'

Rediff.com17 Feb 2026

Chiranjeevi updates that he is 'recovering well and already getting back to my routine'.

ISL: Odisha FC, Inter Kashi locked in goalless stalemate

ISL: Odisha FC, Inter Kashi locked in goalless stalemate

Rediff.com2 days ago

Odisha FC and Inter Kashi FC played out a goalless draw in an Indian Super League match, with both sides failing to convert their chances.