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BJP Defends Shone George's Criticism of Kerala Media House

BJP Defends Shone George's Criticism of Kerala Media House

Rediff.com11 hours ago

BJP state general secretary S Suresh defends party leader Shone George's criticism of a Malayalam daily, Deepika, alleging its misuse for political interests ahead of the Kerala Assembly polls. The BJP maintains it respects all religions and aims for equal justice, denying any communal stance.

IPL 2026: The Importance Of A Single Run

IPL 2026: The Importance Of A Single Run

Rediff.com1 days ago

Very often in cricket, a single run has revealed its importance, especially for a batter who has failed to get off the mark continuously for many matches.

BJP Defends Shone George's Criticism of Kerala Media House

BJP Defends Shone George's Criticism of Kerala Media House

Rediff.com11 hours ago

The BJP has defended its leader Shone George's criticism of a Malayalam newspaper, Deepika, alleging it was favouring the UDF ahead of Kerala's Assembly elections. The party claims it respects all religions and aims for equal treatment.

Zeel Desai's Debut Win Gives India Lead in Billie Jean King Cup Tie

Zeel Desai's Debut Win Gives India Lead in Billie Jean King Cup Tie

Rediff.com1 days ago

Zeel Desai secured a dominant victory in her Billie Jean King Cup debut, giving India a 1-0 lead against Mongolia in the Asia/Oceania Group I tie.

Bandaged finger delays woman's vote for hours in Kerala

Bandaged finger delays woman's vote for hours in Kerala

Rediff.com2 days ago

A woman in Kerala was allegedly denied the right to vote due to a bandaged finger, sparking controversy during the state's assembly elections.

India to Launch Campaign Featuring Athletes for 2030 Commonwealth Games

India to Launch Campaign Featuring Athletes for 2030 Commonwealth Games

Rediff.com7 hours ago

Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya announces plans for a nationwide campaign featuring iconic athletes and youth leaders to promote the 2030 Commonwealth Games in Ahmedabad.

If not politics, I would have pursued...: Rahul Gandhi

If not politics, I would have pursued...: Rahul Gandhi

Rediff.com7 Mar 2026

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi expressed his interest in aerospace entrepreneurship if he were not involved in politics, highlighting his family's aviation background and his own passion for flying.

What We Know About the Murder of a Youth Congress Leader in Dharwad

What We Know About the Murder of a Youth Congress Leader in Dharwad

Rediff.com14 hours ago

A Youth Congress leader, Fairoz Pathan, was murdered in his Dharwad home by unidentified assailants. Police are investigating the incident and have obtained CCTV footage.

'Not a case of love-jihad, didn't convert: Viral Kumbh Mela girl

'Not a case of love-jihad, didn't convert: Viral Kumbh Mela girl

Rediff.com12 Mar 2026

Actress Monalisa Bhonsle, who gained fame at the Prayagraj Kumbh Mela, has denied reports that she is underage following her marriage in Kerala. She asserts she is 18 and legally married.

Vaishnavi Adkar's Victory Leads India to Billie Jean King Cup Win Over South Korea

Vaishnavi Adkar's Victory Leads India to Billie Jean King Cup Win Over South Korea

Rediff.com5 hours ago

Vaishnavi Adkar's inspiring victory over Sohyun Park led India to a 2-1 win against South Korea in the Billie Jean King Cup, although the team missed out on qualifying for the World Group Play-offs.

Toh, Ti Ani Fuji Review: Tale Of A Rancid Relationship

Toh, Ti Ani Fuji Review: Tale Of A Rancid Relationship

Rediff.com1 days ago

Even with its flaws, Toh, Ti Ani Fuji stays with you because of how real it feels, notes Mayur Sanap.

Vaishnavi Adkar's Victory Leads India to Billie Jean King Cup Win Over South Korea

Vaishnavi Adkar's Victory Leads India to Billie Jean King Cup Win Over South Korea

Rediff.com6 hours ago

Vaishnavi Adkar's inspiring win over Sohyun Park propelled India to a 2-1 victory against South Korea in the Billie Jean King Cup, despite Ankita Raina's earlier defeat.

We have support: Liverpool boss Slot insists as fans plan Anfield protest

We have support: Liverpool boss Slot insists as fans plan Anfield protest

Rediff.com1 days ago

Under-fire Liverpool boss Arne Slot said he feels "complete support" from the club and the fans on Friday, even as his team endures a torrid run of form and supporters plan protests over rising ticket prices.

Don't Expect Too Much From Islamabad Summit

Don't Expect Too Much From Islamabad Summit

Rediff.com1 days ago

The core issues to be settled -- access to Hormuz, Israel's aggression in Lebanon, the question of Iran's nuclear programme, sanctions relief and compensation -- are thorny enough to require weeks of patient negotiation. The most likely outcome of the opening sessions is that both sides take the measure of each other, establish what is and is not negotiable, and return home without having broken anything. That would count as progress.

IPL 2026: Shreyas Iyer On How Punjab Kings Can End Their IPL Curse

IPL 2026: Shreyas Iyer On How Punjab Kings Can End Their IPL Curse

Rediff.com7 hours ago

Punjab Kings, led by Shreyas Iyer, are determined to win their first IPL title after a convincing victory over Sunrisers Hyderabad, chasing down a 220-run target with ease.

Akshay Kumar Injures Himself During Bhooth Bangla Stunt

Akshay Kumar Injures Himself During Bhooth Bangla Stunt

Rediff.com2 days ago

Akshay Kumar sustained an injury while performing a stunt on the set of Bhooth Bangla, raising concerns about on-set safety and the actor's commitment to real action over VFX.

Congress pulls out of Baramati bypoll in favour of Sunetra Pawar

Congress pulls out of Baramati bypoll in favour of Sunetra Pawar

Rediff.com2 days ago

The Congress party has announced it will not contest the bypoll to the Baramati assembly seat out of respect for Ajit Pawar, whose death necessitated the election.

Kerala Elections: 'UDF Has An Edge Over LDF'

Kerala Elections: 'UDF Has An Edge Over LDF'

Rediff.com2 days ago

'It is going to be a negative vote against the government rather than a positive vote for the UDF.'

Jaya Bachchan: 'I Really Enjoyed Being Wicked'

Jaya Bachchan: 'I Really Enjoyed Being Wicked'

Rediff.com1 days ago

''There is not a single day in my life when I don't look at Sweta and Abhishek with pride, for being such fine human beings.'

TMC Demands Probe into Alleged Video Showing Conspiracy to Defeat Mamata Banerjee

TMC Demands Probe into Alleged Video Showing Conspiracy to Defeat Mamata Banerjee

Rediff.com2 days ago

A political controversy has erupted in West Bengal following the emergence of an alleged video purportedly showing Humayun Kabir claiming links with senior BJP leaders and efforts to defeat Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee in the upcoming Assembly elections.

Meerut Man Detained After Daughter's Body Found at Home Months After Death

Meerut Man Detained After Daughter's Body Found at Home Months After Death

Rediff.com7 hours ago

A 76-year-old man in Meerut, India, has been detained after police discovered the skeletal remains of his daughter in his home, allegedly kept there for over four months after her death.

The Drama Asks A Brutal Question About Love

The Drama Asks A Brutal Question About Love

Rediff.com2 days ago

The Drama delves into the unsettling complexities of relationships, challenging viewers to confront uncomfortable truths about love, observes Rishika Shah.

2018 Sabarimala verdict assumed 'men superior': Centre backs curbs on women's entry

2018 Sabarimala verdict assumed 'men superior': Centre backs curbs on women's entry

Rediff.com2 days ago

The Centre has supported the restriction on women of menstruating age entering Kerala's Sabarimala temple, arguing that the Supreme Court's 2018 judgement assumes male superiority.

BJP vows to change place names and tackle infiltration in West Bengal if elected

BJP vows to change place names and tackle infiltration in West Bengal if elected

Rediff.com2 days ago

BJP national president Nitin Nabin has pledged to change place names deemed antithetical to West Bengal's culture and address Bangladeshi infiltration if the party wins the state election.

Drug Arrest: Man Nabbed with Heroin in Ambala

Drug Arrest: Man Nabbed with Heroin in Ambala

Rediff.com6 hours ago

A man was arrested in Ambala, Haryana, after police recovered one kilogram of heroin from his car. The arrest was made following a tip-off in the Kavita Vihar area.

India's oldest living Test player, Gopinath passes into the ages

India's oldest living Test player, Gopinath passes into the ages

Rediff.com2 days ago

India's oldest Test cricketer CD Gopinath passes away at 96

Dinesh Khanna Sees Echoes of His 1965 Triumph in Ayush Shetty's Badminton Asia Championship Run

Dinesh Khanna Sees Echoes of His 1965 Triumph in Ayush Shetty's Badminton Asia Championship Run

Rediff.com9 hours ago

Former champion Dinesh Khanna sees similarities between his 1965 Badminton Asia Championships win and Ayush Shetty's current run in the tournament.

Hit-and-Run Case: Wife Appeals Against Bail for Minor Accused in Ghatkopar Accident

Hit-and-Run Case: Wife Appeals Against Bail for Minor Accused in Ghatkopar Accident

Rediff.com3 days ago

The wife of a man killed in a hit-and-run accident in Ghatkopar, Mumbai, is challenging the Juvenile Justice Board's decision to grant bail to the 17-year-old accused, citing concerns about justice and evidence tampering.

MBA student injured in stabbing at Mumbai hip-hop festival

MBA student injured in stabbing at Mumbai hip-hop festival

Rediff.com4 hours ago

An MBA student was injured in a stabbing incident at a hip-hop festival in Mumbai's Bandra Kurla Complex. Police are investigating the assault.

The Rediff Podcast: Chirag Vohra: The Man Who Became Gandhi Thrice

The Rediff Podcast: Chirag Vohra: The Man Who Became Gandhi Thrice

Rediff.com1 days ago

Chirag Vohra has set a benchmark with his performance as Gandhi in Freedom At Midnight.

Supreme Court Refuses to Hear Plea Challenging Parole Denial in Priyadarshini Mattoo Murder Case

Supreme Court Refuses to Hear Plea Challenging Parole Denial in Priyadarshini Mattoo Murder Case

Rediff.com1 days ago

The Supreme Court has declined to hear a plea challenging the denial of parole extension to Santosh Kumar Singh, convicted in the 1996 Priyadarshini Mattoo murder case, while the Delhi High Court is already reviewing the matter.

Banerjee Hits Back at Modi's Claims on Bengal's Fish Production

Banerjee Hits Back at Modi's Claims on Bengal's Fish Production

Rediff.com2 days ago

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee has refuted Prime Minister Narendra Modi's claims about the state's fish production, accusing him of misrepresenting facts and alleging restrictions on non-vegetarian food consumption in BJP-ruled states.

Kusha Kapila And Badshah's Wife Isha Rikhi Have THIS In Common

Kusha Kapila And Badshah's Wife Isha Rikhi Have THIS In Common

Rediff.com1 days ago

They have the exact same outfit in their wardrobes and no, it's not your basic dress.

SC Differentiates Suspension of Sentence Post-Conviction from Pre-Trial Bail

SC Differentiates Suspension of Sentence Post-Conviction from Pre-Trial Bail

Rediff.com1 days ago

The Supreme Court of India has clarified the distinct parameters for suspending sentences after conviction compared to granting pre-trial bail, setting aside a Patna High Court order in a 2016 murder case.

Saini Challenges Congress to Assess Performance in Their States

Saini Challenges Congress to Assess Performance in Their States

Rediff.com5 hours ago

Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini has criticised Congress leaders for visiting 'anaj mandis' in Haryana and challenged them to assess the performance of Congress-governed states. He highlighted the development work carried out in Haryana under the current government.

Banerjee Retorts to Modi's Claims on Bengal's Fish Production

Banerjee Retorts to Modi's Claims on Bengal's Fish Production

Rediff.com2 days ago

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee has refuted Prime Minister Narendra Modi's claims regarding the state's fish production, accusing him of misrepresenting facts and alleging restrictions on non-vegetarian food consumption in BJP-ruled states.

Islamabad Talks: Look Out For Mohammad-Bagher Ghalibaf

Islamabad Talks: Look Out For Mohammad-Bagher Ghalibaf

Rediff.com14 hours ago

Trump seems to have estimated that Ghalibaf is a pragmatic politician who is receptive to close relations with the US and is enthusiastic about fostering business and economic ties in particular, points out Ambassador M K Bhadrakumar.

Class XII Student Ends Life in Beed Due to Exam Pressure

Class XII Student Ends Life in Beed Due to Exam Pressure

Rediff.com7 hours ago

A Class XII student in Beed district, Maharashtra, allegedly committed suicide due to exam stress, according to police reports. The incident occurred in Ambajogai town, where the student was living with her brother and grandmother.

Centre urges SC to reconsider adultery and same-sex relationship verdicts

Centre urges SC to reconsider adultery and same-sex relationship verdicts

Rediff.com3 days ago

The Centre has asked the Supreme Court to reconsider its judgements decriminalising adultery and same-sex relationships, arguing they were based on a subjective application of 'constitutional morality'.

No apology, no remorse: Kunal Kamra tells Maha legislature panel

No apology, no remorse: Kunal Kamra tells Maha legislature panel

Rediff.com2 days ago

Comedian Kunal Kamra appeared before a Maharashtra legislature committee regarding his remarks against Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde, refusing to apologise and stating he felt no remorse.