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Ukrainian military used Starlink for 'killer' drone strikes, alleges Musk

Ukrainian military used Starlink for 'killer' drone strikes, alleges Musk

Rediff.com2 hours ago

SpaceX CEO Elon Musk on Saturday (local time) said that the Ukrainian military violated Starlink's terms of service and was using it for offensive drone strikes to "kill people".

Clayface Review: Bloody Good Fun!

Clayface Review: Bloody Good Fun!

Rediff.com2 days ago

There are enough queasy thrills in Clayface to keep horror fans happy, raves Mayur Sanap.

Was Tiger Shroff's Well-known Football Routine Exploited?

Was Tiger Shroff's Well-known Football Routine Exploited?

Rediff.com5 days ago

Sunday's shooting incident in Juhu has raised questions about the security risks faced by Bollywood actor Tiger Shroff, whose predictable Sunday football routine and approachable nature with fans may have made him vulnerable to attack.

Score 400, But No Guarantee Of An India Cap

Score 400, But No Guarantee Of An India Cap

Rediff.com4 days ago

B B Nimbalkar is the only one in the 400-plus club never to have played Test cricket. Will Chinmay Sutar have better luck?

'JD wanted to chat': How Trump's press secy was fired mid-interview

'JD wanted to chat': How Trump's press secy was fired mid-interview

Rediff.com7 days ago

Katie Zacharia has been relieved of her duties as White House Press Secretary after just five days, following a rocky debut and questions over her legal credentials.

10 Comedies Which Turn Spying Into A Laughing Matter

10 Comedies Which Turn Spying Into A Laughing Matter

Rediff.com3 days ago

From Baadshah to Happy Patel: Khatarnak Jasoos, these spy comedies prove that espionage can be a laughing matter, even when promising premises go sometimes spectacularly off course.

Power Bank Fires On Flights: Dos And Don'ts

Power Bank Fires On Flights: Dos And Don'ts

Rediff.com13 Oct 2026

Follow these guidelines to reduce the potential of a power bank fire on a flight.

PETA wants Crystal Palace to set Phoenix free, says stadiums are no place for birds

PETA wants Crystal Palace to set Phoenix free, says stadiums are no place for birds

Rediff.com2 days ago

PETA has urged Crystal Palace to retire bald eagle mascot Phoenix, citing animal welfare concerns, stadium-related stress and safety risks, while calling for an end to live animal mascots.

Operation Sindoor features in Trump's midterm poll rallies

Operation Sindoor features in Trump's midterm poll rallies

Rediff.com23 hours ago

Former US President Donald Trump has once again claimed he prevented a war between India and Pakistan by threatening them with steep tariffs, expressing disappointment that his efforts have not earned him a Nobel Peace Prize. India, however, maintains that any de-escalation was a direct agreement between the two nations.

'Murugan Was Told To Quit'

'Murugan Was Told To Quit'

Rediff.com3 days ago

'Murugan did not come back voluntarily. He was asked to leave. He had a lucky run as a minister.'

'I Was Slowly Losing Myself': Svitolina on Ending Marriage to Monfils

'I Was Slowly Losing Myself': Svitolina on Ending Marriage to Monfils

Rediff.com5 days ago

Tennis World No 6 Elina Svitolina has announced her separation from French tennis star Gael Monfils, revealing how the emotional toll of Russia's war on Ukraine left her struggling to find herself.

Bollywood Asks The Question On Everyone's Mind: 'Why Target Tiger?'

Bollywood Asks The Question On Everyone's Mind: 'Why Target Tiger?'

Rediff.com5 days ago

'This is a never-before-seen phenomenon.' 'Instead of violence relating to extortion, contract killings, settlements etc for the first time ever, they seem to be wanting to kill for vanity and pride.'

Vani Kapoor Eyes Historic Home Win At Indian Open

Vani Kapoor Eyes Historic Home Win At Indian Open

Rediff.com17 hours ago

Indian golfer Vani Kapoor has taken a one-shot lead on the penultimate day of the Hero Women's Indian Open, positioning herself to become the first home winner in a decade. She carded a three-under 69, staying ahead of defending champion Shannon Tan and Thailand's Pornanong Phatlum, while other Indian golfers like Pranavi Urs and Tvesa Malik also performed well.

Cabinet Secretariat took no action on 2 ECs' complaints against poll panel officer: RTI

Cabinet Secretariat took no action on 2 ECs' complaints against poll panel officer: RTI

Rediff.com2 days ago

The Cabinet Secretariat declined to act on complaints from two Election Commissioners regarding a Senior Deputy Election Commissioner's conduct, citing that the communications were in an "individual capacity" and not an official stance from the Election Commission as a whole. This decision was based on concerns about potential interference in the constitutional body's functioning.

France rocked by violent protests: 1,200 held, 150 personnel injured

France rocked by violent protests: 1,200 held, 150 personnel injured

Rediff.com6 days ago

French Prime Minister Sbastien Lecornu said police arrested 1,200 protesters on Saturday, and 150 personnel were injured as demonstrations across the country over the rising cost of living turned violent.

Sharvari Wagh, Krystle D'Souza Go Bold With Co-ords

Sharvari Wagh, Krystle D'Souza Go Bold With Co-ords

Rediff.com3 days ago

Why wear one statement piece when you can have a whole matching moment? Co-ords have officially graduated from the 'easy outfit' category and become full-blown fashion statements.

WazirX founder Nischal Shetty: We have outdone ourselves, but it is a journey we are still on

WazirX founder Nischal Shetty: "We have outdone ourselves, but it is a journey we are still on"

Rediff.com1 days ago

WazirX founder Nischal Shetty stated, "We have outdone ourselves, but it is a journey we are still on, and there is a long way to go," reflecting on the cryptocurrency exchange's year-long journey since restarting operations after a cyberattack and restructuring.

Online Shopping Scams: How To Stay Safe

Online Shopping Scams: How To Stay Safe

Rediff.com14 Oct 2026

Fake web sites, counterfeit goods, bogus delivery charges and fraudulent customer support agents are common warning signs.

Anahat Singh Reaches Maiden Gold-Level Semifinal

Anahat Singh Reaches Maiden Gold-Level Semifinal

Rediff.com2 days ago

Indian squash sensation Anahat Singh has made history by reaching her first-ever PSA Gold-level semifinal at the Silicon Valley Open in Redwood City, USA. The 18-year-old defeated Egyptian sixth seed Salma Hany in a thrilling five-game quarterfinal match, following her impressive win against world No.3 Nour El Sherbini a day earlier. She is now set to face Malaysian world No.4 Sivasangari Subramaniam.

Ranabaali Review: Bland, Forgettable Pre-Independence Saga

Ranabaali Review: Bland, Forgettable Pre-Independence Saga

Rediff.com16 Oct 2026

Ranabaali fails to deliver the highs matching the ambitious setup, notes Arjun Menon.

Alphia, Pallavi's historic Asian Para bronze wins CM's praise

Alphia, Pallavi's historic Asian Para bronze wins CM's praise

Rediff.com3 days ago

Keralam Chief Minister V D Satheesan congratulated Alphia James and Pallavi Kaluvehalli for securing India's first-ever bronze medal in wheelchair badminton at the 2026 Asian Para Games. The CM praised their resilience and determination, while James shared her personal journey and hopes for government support.

Godrej Properties Q2 Profit Plunges 62% Amid Higher Expenses, Pre-Sales Dip

Godrej Properties Q2 Profit Plunges 62% Amid Higher Expenses, Pre-Sales Dip

Rediff.com1 days ago

Godrej Properties reported a significant 62 per cent decline in consolidated net profit to Rs 154.15 crore for the September quarter, primarily due to higher expenses, while its sales bookings also fell by 6 per cent to Rs 8,008 crore.

'Stupid comments': Macron slams Trump, Netanyahu amid France unrest

'Stupid comments': Macron slams Trump, Netanyahu amid France unrest

Rediff.com3 days ago

French President Emmanuel Macron criticised unnamed foreign leaders, including Donald Trump and Benjamin Netanyahu, for making "stupid comments" and exploiting recent domestic unrest in France for their own political campaigns. Speaking in Doha, Macron condemned the use of misinformation and AI-generated content to misrepresent the situation, asserting there was no foreign interference in the events but manipulation of information afterwards. He specifically called out Trump's claims about France being "under siege" and Netanyahu's assertion of an "invasion of extremist Islam."

Tu Hai Meri Kiran Review: Gripping Sci-Fi Thriller

Tu Hai Meri Kiran Review: Gripping Sci-Fi Thriller

Rediff.com1 days ago

It does look at times as if Tu Hai Meri Kiran is going off the rails, but Director Karan Rawal brings it to a satisfying close, which is believable even in a fanciful set up, notes Deepa Gahlot.

Street Fighter Review: All Fists, No Fun

Street Fighter Review: All Fists, No Fun

Rediff.com16 Oct 2026

What starts off as a promise of an entertaining fantasy adventure turns into a parade of incredibly generic and full of clichs action slop, complains Mayur Sanap.

Ex-Shimla SSP Faces FIR Over Alleged Rs 2.35 Lakh Fund Misappropriation

Ex-Shimla SSP Faces FIR Over Alleged Rs 2.35 Lakh Fund Misappropriation

Rediff.com2 days ago

Shimla police have registered an FIR against former city SSP Sanjeev Kumar Gandhi for allegedly misappropriating Rs 2.35 lakh from a government fund and defrauding a police constable. The constable claimed he was not reimbursed for Rs 1.87 lakh spent from his personal account on official duties, despite signing a payment voucher.

How ED Uncovered Rs 136 Crore Realty Fraud

How ED Uncovered Rs 136 Crore Realty Fraud

Rediff.com14 Oct 2026

The Enforcement Directorate has seized assets worth over Rs 136 crore, including land parcels and bank deposits, in a money laundering investigation against Gurugram-based realty firm Ocean Seven Buildtech Pvt Ltd (OSBPL) and its promoters. The case involves allegations of defrauding home buyers by collecting over Rs 118 crore for undeveloped projects and diverting funds. OSBPL promoter Swaraj Singh Yadav was arrested in November 2025 in connection with the fraud.

Doosra Review: Ambitious Blend Of Cricket And Feminism

Doosra Review: Ambitious Blend Of Cricket And Feminism

Rediff.com2 days ago

Abhinay Deo's Doosra attempts to weave together the cricketing triumphs of Sourav Ganguly's 2001 Indian team with the poignant coming-of-age narrative of a young woman navigating the suffocating patriarchy of Rajasthan, observes Deepa Gahlot.

France protests turn violent, about 1,000 arrested as clashes grip cities

France protests turn violent, about 1,000 arrested as clashes grip cities

Rediff.com1 hour ago

Massive nationwide protests in France over the rising cost of living and underfunded public services turned violent, with nearly 1,000 people arrested and key urban centres hit by tear gas and clashes.

Barca vs Real: Camp Nou braces for Clasico carnage as new stars step into spotlight

Barca vs Real: Camp Nou braces for Clasico carnage as new stars step into spotlight

Rediff.com1 days ago

El Clasico returns to Camp Nou with 14 potential debutants, Barcelona chasing a nine-point lead, Real Madrid seeking revival, and Jose Mourinho's return intensifying football's fiercest rivalry.

Bhuvi Could Be Key In New Zealand Series

Bhuvi Could Be Key In New Zealand Series

Rediff.com3 days ago

'Bhuvi should be the first choice with the new ball, based on the conditions, because of the skill he possesses of swinging the ball.'

Sonia Gandhi debuts on X, recalls how she met Rajiv in book preview

Sonia Gandhi debuts on X, recalls how she met Rajiv in book preview

Rediff.com18 hours ago

Congress leader Sonia Gandhi has made her debut on social media platform X, sharing a video about her upcoming memoir, "Belonging - a journey of love." In the video, she reminisces about meeting Rajiv Gandhi in Cambridge, describing him as gentle and good-looking, and shares details about their early romance. The book, set to launch on November 10, covers her life from childhood in Italy to her marriage, adaptation to India, family tragedies, and political journey.

From France to Albania, protests sweep Europe over living costs, pensions

From France to Albania, protests sweep Europe over living costs, pensions

Rediff.com3 hours ago

Europe is reeling under a fresh wave of protests as people march over the rising cost of living, pensions, housing, education, corruption and opposition to war. Groups across France, Albania, Italy, Spain and Portugal have held demonstrations in multiple cities, leading to clashes between protesters and the police.

Bavuma laments lack of fight as Australia expose South Africa's mental frailties

Bavuma laments lack of fight as Australia expose South Africa's mental frailties

Rediff.com13 Oct 2026

Temba Bavuma blamed South Africa's lack of fight and mental lapses for their 214-run defeat to Australia, rejecting rustiness as an excuse ahead of the second Test.

Ravi Kishan Gets Ready To Play Ram

Ravi Kishan Gets Ready To Play Ram

Rediff.com17 Oct 2026

Ravi Kishan is set to embody the revered character of Lord Ram in the highly anticipated Ayodhya Ki Ramleela theatrical production, performing live in Delhi.

Abhishek Banerjee Alleges Police Crackdown Amid Puja Stampede Probe

Abhishek Banerjee Alleges Police Crackdown Amid Puja Stampede Probe

Rediff.com4 days ago

TMC MP Abhishek Banerjee has questioned the lack of arrests of BJP leaders associated with the Chorbagan Durga Puja committee following a stampede that killed 19 people. He alleged that police are instead targeting citizens who question the government, while Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari warned against "fake narratives" and police made an arrest for spreading misinformation. Banerjee accused the police administration of being exploited for political gain and protecting BJP leaders.

Why Financial Freedom Needs A Purpose

Why Financial Freedom Needs A Purpose

Rediff.com1 days ago

Perhaps we spend too much time planning how to become financially free and too little asking what we want to be free for, notes Harsh Roongta.

India rejects China objection to standardised naming of 28 Ladakh sites

India rejects China objection to standardised naming of 28 Ladakh sites

Rediff.com13 Oct 2026

India has rejected China's objection to New Delhi's standardisation of names for 28 places and features in Ladakh, reiterating that Ladakh is an "integral and inalienable" part of India. China had strongly opposed the move, calling India's establishment of the Union Territory and the naming "illegal and void".

Davidovich Fokina scripts major upset, sends Zverev crashing out in Shanghai

Davidovich Fokina scripts major upset, sends Zverev crashing out in Shanghai

Rediff.com7 days ago

Alejandro Davidovich Fokina stunned top seed Alexander Zverev in three sets to reach his second Masters 1000 final, where he will face Medvedev or Jodar.

Congress Accuses Haryana BJP Of Two Years Of Misgovernance

Congress Accuses Haryana BJP Of Two Years Of Misgovernance

Rediff.com3 days ago

The Haryana Congress has strongly criticised the BJP government's two-year tenure in the state, alleging widespread misgovernance, unfulfilled election promises, a surge in crime, and rampant corruption. Senior Congress leaders, including Bhupinder Singh Hooda and Kumari Selja, highlighted issues faced by farmers, traders, and youth, demanding accountability and a white paper on the government's performance.