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Why Gazans Celebrate Qatar's World Cup Spot

Why Gazans Celebrate Qatar's World Cup Spot

Rediff.com16 Oct 2025

Qatar's Al Haydos pledges Gaza school, sports hall after reaching World Cup

Super Cup: NorthEast United thrash Mohammedan Sporting

Super Cup: NorthEast United thrash Mohammedan Sporting

Rediff.com25 Apr 2025

Moroccan striker Alaaeddine Ajaraie struck a brilliant hat-trick as NorthEast United FC demolished Mohammedan Sporting 6-0 to enter the Kalinga Super Cup quarter-finals.

What You Must Know About Record Rain

What You Must Know About Record Rain

Rediff.com1 Oct 2025

The record monsoon rains across India during the June to September months was 937.2 millimetres, the 5th-highest since 2001 and 38th-highest since 1901.

BSF heightens LoC vigil ahead of winter amid infiltration concerns

BSF heightens LoC vigil ahead of winter amid infiltration concerns

Rediff.com12 Oct 2025

The Border Security Force (BSF) has increased its vigilance along the Line of Control (LoC) in Kashmir due to intelligence reports suggesting increased infiltration attempts from across the border ahead of the winter season.

Red alert issued in Mumbai, extremely heavy rainfall likely

Red alert issued in Mumbai, extremely heavy rainfall likely

Rediff.com27 Sep 2025

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a 'red alert', warning of extremely heavy rainfall in Mumbai, Thane, Raigad and Palghar districts on Sunday, extending the wet patch in the region.

EPL: Villa snap City's unbeaten run; Arsenal cruise

EPL: Villa snap City's unbeaten run; Arsenal cruise

Rediff.com26 Oct 2025

Cash on target as Villa hand Man City their first defeat since August

Pakistan, Afghanistan agree to immediate ceasefire

Pakistan, Afghanistan agree to immediate ceasefire

Rediff.com19 Oct 2025

Pakistan and Afghanistan have agreed to an immediate ceasefire and setting up of 'mechanisms' to ensure lasting peace after days of violent clashes along the border that left several soldiers, civilians, and terrorists dead on both sides, officials said on Sunday.

Your Weekend Got Steamier With Our Fault

Your Weekend Got Steamier With Our Fault

Rediff.com17 Oct 2025

Wondering what to watch on OTT this weekend? Namrata Thakker lists options to choose from.

Mumbai man helps deliver child with doc on video call

Mumbai man helps deliver child with doc on video call

Rediff.com16 Oct 2025

A Mumbai man helped a woman deliver a baby on a railway platform with the guidance of a doctor over a video call after she went into labor on a local train.

Texas man held for shooting Indian student at gas station

Texas man held for shooting Indian student at gas station

Rediff.com7 Oct 2025

A 23-year-old man has been arrested for the murder of an Indian student at a gas station in Fort Worth, Texas. The incident has sparked outrage and fear within the Indian-American community, highlighting safety concerns for international students in the US.

Chess world fumes over Kramnik's remarks on Naroditsky's death

Chess world fumes over Kramnik's remarks on Naroditsky's death

Rediff.com22 Oct 2025

Kramnik's comments shameful but where were Naroditsky's friends when he was alive? FIDE CEO

Kerala school declares holiday amid hijab row

Kerala school declares holiday amid hijab row

Rediff.com14 Oct 2025

A private school in Kerala declared a two-day holiday following a dispute with parents over a student's hijab. The school alleges outside interference, while the parents claim discrimination.

Rahul Chahar shatters 166-yr-old County record!

Rahul Chahar shatters 166-yr-old County record!

Rediff.com28 Sep 2025

The 26-year-old Chahar scalped 8-51 in 24 overs to become the first bowler to pick eight wickets in an innings on debut for Surrey. The previous best was 7-61 by William Mudie vs the North at the Oval in 1859.

Car catches fire on Mumbai coastal road; traffic affected

Car catches fire on Mumbai coastal road; traffic affected

Rediff.com25 Sep 2025

A car fire on Mumbai's Coastal Road caused traffic disruptions, leading to temporary closure and diversions.

PIX: Eze goal extends Arsenal's stay at top; Spurs win

PIX: Eze goal extends Arsenal's stay at top; Spurs win

Rediff.com27 Oct 2025

IMAGES from the Premier League matches played on Sunday

'How Did She Come Out At 12.30 At Night?': Mamata's Shocker

'How Did She Come Out At 12.30 At Night?': Mamata's Shocker

Rediff.com13 Oct 2025

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee's advice to female boarders on Sunday about not venturing out late at night, in the aftermath of the alleged gangrape of a medical student in Durgapur, drew criticism from the Opposition, which asserted that her remarks were emblematic of the state's law and order situation.

NBA stars among dozens arrested in illegal gambling probe

NBA stars among dozens arrested in illegal gambling probe

Rediff.com24 Oct 2025

Chauncey Billups, an NBA Hall of Fame player and head coach of the Portland Trail Blazers, and Terry Rozier, a guard with the Miami Heat, were among more than 30 people charged on Thursday.

The Many Ways Rani Celebrates Durga Puja

The Many Ways Rani Celebrates Durga Puja

Rediff.com30 Sep 2025

Rani Mukerji and Kajol looked gorgeous as they celebrated Asthami at the North Bombay Sarbojanin Durga Puja pandal.

Ranji Trophy: 5-star Shami fires Bengal to victory

Ranji Trophy: 5-star Shami fires Bengal to victory

Rediff.com28 Oct 2025

Shami's five wickets on final day sets up fine win for Bengal over Gujarat in Ranji Trophy

Zubeen Garg's death: ED, I-T dept to probe event manager's financial crimes

Zubeen Garg's death: ED, I-T dept to probe event manager's financial crimes

Rediff.com3 Oct 2025

The Enforcement Directorate (ED) and Income Tax (I-T) Department are likely to join the Assam Police in investigating alleged organised financial crimes and acquisition of benami properties by event manager Shyamkanu Mahanta, an accused in the death of Assam's cultural icon Zubeen Garg.

Now INDIA bloc unites behind Tejashwi Yadav after weeks of discord

Now INDIA bloc unites behind Tejashwi Yadav after weeks of discord

Rediff.com24 Oct 2025

The INDIA bloc in Bihar has announced Tejashwi Yadav as its chief ministerial candidate, signaling a united front after weeks of internal disagreements. The move aims to challenge the incumbent NDA government, with both sides engaging in political maneuvering and accusations.

3 Afghan cricketers among several killed in Pak airstrikes

3 Afghan cricketers among several killed in Pak airstrikes

Rediff.com18 Oct 2025

Pakistan launched fresh air strikes targeting terrorist hideouts in Afghanistan, killing several people, including three cricketers, casting a shadow over the expected talks in Doha amid a fragile ceasefire that had temporarily halted hostilities between the two sides.

Zubeen Garg died in Singapore while swimming: Report

Zubeen Garg died in Singapore while swimming: Report

Rediff.com2 Oct 2025

Singapore police clarify that musician Zubeen Garg died after swimming off Singapore Island, not scuba diving. An autopsy report has been shared with the Indian High Commission, and foul play has been ruled out.

'No late outings', Mamata tells students from outside Bengal

'No late outings', Mamata tells students from outside Bengal

Rediff.com12 Oct 2025

The police have certain logistical limitations in monitoring the movement of every individual, Banerjee said.

Kajol Celebrates Durga Pooja With Nysa, Yug

Kajol Celebrates Durga Pooja With Nysa, Yug

Rediff.com29 Sep 2025

Bollywood's Bengali ladies are enjoying Durga Puja as seen from these weekend pictures from the North Bengal Sarbojanin Durga Puja pandal.

Reliance to invest Rs 75,000 cr in North-Eastern states: Mukesh Ambani

Reliance to invest Rs 75,000 cr in North-Eastern states: Mukesh Ambani

Rediff.com23 May 2025

Oil-to-telecom conglomerate Reliance Industries Ltd will invest Rs 75,000 crore in North Eastern states in setting up 350 biogas plants, expanding its telecom services, retail footprint, and clean energy projects, chairman Mukesh Ambani said on Friday. Speaking at the Rising NorthEast Investors Summit here, Reliance Industries Ltd chairman and managing director said his group will invest in factories for high-quality FMCG products in the region and setting up a 150-bed cancer hospital in Manipur.

Priyanka Visits Durga Puja Pandal

Priyanka Visits Durga Puja Pandal

Rediff.com1 Oct 2025

Durga Puja celebrations hit a notch higher as many more film folk paid the North Bombay Sarbojanin Durga Pooja pandal a visit to seek blessings, partake in the bhog and even serve it.

Santosh Review: Powerful Police Procedural

Santosh Review: Powerful Police Procedural

Rediff.com17 Oct 2025

The power of Santosh hinges on the script, enhanced by Shahana Goswami and Sunita Rajwar's performances, observes Deepa Gahlot.

How Maoist Bhupati Surrendered

How Maoist Bhupati Surrendered

Rediff.com17 Oct 2025

'The biggest game changer has been the belief among Maoists that they can surrender and join the mainstream'

Hyundai Motor India to invest Rs 45k cr by FY30

Hyundai Motor India to invest Rs 45k cr by FY30

Rediff.com15 Oct 2025

South Korean auto major Hyundai Motor Co president & CEO Jose Munoz on Wednesday said the company's Indian arm will invest Rs 45,000 crore by FY30, aiming to make India its second-largest region globally. Addressing investors here in his first visit to the country, Munoz said Hyundai Motor India Ltd (HMIL) has set a target of up to 30 per cent export contribution.

Fans Shower Love on Amitabh Bachchan, 83

Fans Shower Love on Amitabh Bachchan, 83

Rediff.com11 Oct 2025

On Amitabh Bachchan's 83th birthday, fans in Kolkata celebrated their idol's big day in a temple dedicated to the star.

Revealed! What Led To The 1962 War?

Revealed! What Led To The 1962 War?

Rediff.com20 Oct 2025

As India and China continue to face off across the Himalayas six decades later, the echoes of that earlier conflict remain unmistakable. The core of China's sensitivity lies not in maps or mountain passes, but in its perception of sovereignty over Tibet, points out Dr Kumar.

Mamata cautions Modi against trusting Amit Shah, invokes Mir Jafar

Mamata cautions Modi against trusting Amit Shah, invokes Mir Jafar

Rediff.com8 Oct 2025

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee criticizes Union Home Minister Amit Shah, accusing him of acting like an 'acting Prime Minister' and manipulating the Election Commission. She warns Prime Minister Modi against trusting Shah, suggesting he could become a 'Mir Zafar'.

Fierce Kolkata Derby To Light Up Super Cup!

Fierce Kolkata Derby To Light Up Super Cup!

Rediff.com25 Sep 2025

Derby in Super Cup group stage as Mohun Bagan, East Bengal drawn together

China's leadership meet to discuss graft in military, US tariff war

China's leadership meet to discuss graft in military, US tariff war

Rediff.com19 Oct 2025

China's ruling Communist Party is holding its annual leadership conclave to discuss the new five-year plan, the impact of US President Donald Trump's tariff war, and the ongoing anti-corruption crackdown in the military.

Mongolia: AI's new shortcut to North America to cut Pak costs

Mongolia: AI's new shortcut to North America to cut Pak costs

Rediff.com13 May 2025

Besides, the carrier is having a technical stop in Kolkata for some of the North America flights from Delhi, they added.

Cost-effective: Russia defends oil ties with India after Trump's claim

Cost-effective: Russia defends oil ties with India after Trump's claim

Rediff.com16 Oct 2025

The Indian government is dealing with the matter having in mind the national interests of this country in the first place, he said.

Why Shami will relish playing Ranji at Eden Gardens

Why Shami will relish playing Ranji at Eden Gardens

Rediff.com13 Oct 2025

Bengal will be bolstered by the return of veteran pacer Mohammed Shami who has who has been out of India contention since the Champions Trophy.

Zubeen Garg's DSP cousin arrested, suspended

Zubeen Garg's DSP cousin arrested, suspended

Rediff.com9 Oct 2025

Zubeen Garg's cousin and Assam Police DSP Sandipan Garg was apprehended on Wednesday in connection with the singer's death in Singapore last month, taking the total number of arrests in the case to five, a senior officer said.

India celebrates Diwali with fervour, Delhi AQI worsens

India celebrates Diwali with fervour, Delhi AQI worsens

Rediff.com20 Oct 2025

Buildings were decorated with colourful lights and earthen lamps dotted houses as people across the country thronged temples and celebrated Diwali with pomp on Monday.