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Tamannaah Launches Jewellery Store; Parties With Pals

Tamannaah Launches Jewellery Store; Parties With Pals

Rediff.com2 Feb 2026

Tamannaah Bhatia launched her jewellery line over the weekend, and invited friends over for the store's opening ceremony.

LS fails to take up resolution against Speaker Birla amid Oppn protests

LS fails to take up resolution against Speaker Birla amid Oppn protests

Rediff.com18 hours ago

The Lok Sabha faced repeated adjournments due to opposition demands for a debate on the West Asia situation, preventing a resolution seeking the removal of Speaker Om Birla from being taken up. The government and the Chair criticised the opposition for disrupting House proceedings.

International Women's Day Carnival Promotes Fitness and Empowerment

International Women's Day Carnival Promotes Fitness and Empowerment

Rediff.com2 days ago

The Fit India Movement launched a three-day International Women's Day Carnival at the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium, celebrating women's strength and leadership through fitness activities and sport.

Five-Year-Old Boy Allegedly Abducted in Prayagraj Village

Five-Year-Old Boy Allegedly Abducted in Prayagraj Village

Rediff.com1 days ago

Police in Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh, are investigating the alleged abduction of a five-year-old boy from outside his home in Sarai Kalan village. Eight police teams have been formed to locate the child and apprehend the suspects.

Govt unlikely to allow West Asia debate in Parl after Jaishankar's reply

Govt unlikely to allow West Asia debate in Parl after Jaishankar's reply

Rediff.com15 hours ago

The Indian government is unlikely to allow a parliamentary debate on the West Asia crisis, citing prior briefings by the External Affairs Minister. This decision comes amid opposition protests and a pending no-confidence motion against the Speaker.

Seven Held in Delhi After Holi Clash Turns Fatal

Seven Held in Delhi After Holi Clash Turns Fatal

Rediff.com2 days ago

Seven people have been apprehended in connection with the death of a 26-year-old man following a clash between two families in Delhi's Uttam Nagar during Holi celebrations.

Seven More Arrested in Uttam Nagar Holi Killing Case

Seven More Arrested in Uttam Nagar Holi Killing Case

Rediff.com23 hours ago

Delhi Police have arrested seven more people, including three women, and apprehended a minor in connection with the death of a 26-year-old man during a clash between two families on Holi in Uttam Nagar.

India to Host World Para Athletics Grand Prix

India to Host World Para Athletics Grand Prix

Rediff.com14 hours ago

India is set to host the World Para Athletics Grand Prix, featuring athletes from eight nations competing in various track and field events. The event provides a crucial platform for both established and emerging para-athletes.

Temple bombed in Bangladesh; 2 Hindus killed in separate incidents

Temple bombed in Bangladesh; 2 Hindus killed in separate incidents

Rediff.com8 hours ago

Over the past week in Bangladesh, two Hindu men were killed in separate incidents while four people, including a priest, sustained injuries after a crude bomb went off inside a temple in the country.

Indo-US deal 'wholesale surrender': Rahul vs govt in LS

Indo-US deal 'wholesale surrender': Rahul vs govt in LS

Rediff.com12 Feb 2026

Rahul Gandhi said that had an INDIA Bloc government negotiated the trade agreement with the US, it would have told US President Donald Trump that he should treat India as an equal.

Badal Accuses AAP of Deteriorating Punjab Law and Order

Badal Accuses AAP of Deteriorating Punjab Law and Order

Rediff.com15 hours ago

Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD) president Sukhbir Singh Badal has criticised the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) government in Punjab, alleging a decline in law and order and accusing them of using financial schemes to sway voters ahead of elections.

More Arrests Made in Delhi Holi Clash Case; Police Warn Against Misinformation

More Arrests Made in Delhi Holi Clash Case; Police Warn Against Misinformation

Rediff.com18 hours ago

Delhi Police have arrested seven more people and apprehended a minor in connection with the death of a 26-year-old man during a clash between two families in Uttam Nagar on Holi. The police are also warning against the spread of AI-generated misinformation about the incident.

Seven Held in Delhi After Holi Clash Turns Fatal

Seven Held in Delhi After Holi Clash Turns Fatal

Rediff.com2 days ago

Seven people have been apprehended in connection with the death of a 26-year-old man following a clash between two families in Delhi's Uttam Nagar during Holi celebrations. The incident, stemming from long-standing disputes, led to protests and heightened tensions in the area.

Seven Held in Delhi After Holi Clash Turns Fatal

Seven Held in Delhi After Holi Clash Turns Fatal

Rediff.com2 days ago

Police in Delhi have apprehended seven individuals, including a minor, following the death of a 26-year-old man during a clash between two families in Uttam Nagar during Holi celebrations. The incident sparked tensions and protests in the area.

Punjab Couple Nabbed in Vrindavan for 'Kabootarbaazi' Fraud

Punjab Couple Nabbed in Vrindavan for 'Kabootarbaazi' Fraud

Rediff.com6 days ago

A couple from Punjab has been arrested in Vrindavan for allegedly running a 'kabootarbaazi' racket, defrauding people with promises of foreign travel using forged documents.

Seven Arrested in Delhi After Holi Clash Turns Fatal

Seven Arrested in Delhi After Holi Clash Turns Fatal

Rediff.com2 days ago

Seven people have been apprehended in connection with the death of a 26-year-old man following a clash between two families in Delhi's Uttam Nagar during Holi celebrations.

Delhi Police Deploys Forces After Holi Clash Death

Delhi Police Deploys Forces After Holi Clash Death

Rediff.com3 days ago

A 26-year-old man died following a clash between two families during Holi celebrations in Delhi's Uttam Nagar, prompting police to deploy additional forces and arrest several individuals.

GalaxEye Plans 300 Kg Satellites

GalaxEye Plans 300 Kg Satellites

Rediff.com3 days ago

'Today, as I look at our satellite -- tested, finished and ready to ship -- represents 1,642 days of grit and belief.'

Young Sherlock Review: Tremendous Fun

Young Sherlock Review: Tremendous Fun

Rediff.com5 days ago

Even with its convoluted plot and a bit of a mid-series sag, Young Sherlock is tremendous fun, applauds Deepa Gahlot.

Hardik Singh to lead India in FIH Pro League's Hobart leg

Hardik Singh to lead India in FIH Pro League's Hobart leg

Rediff.com17 Feb 2026

Hardik Singh has been named captain of the Indian men's hockey team for the FIH Pro League matches in Hobart, following Harmanpreet Singh's withdrawal due to personal reasons.

Delhi Holi clash killing: House of accused razed; CBI probe sought

Delhi Holi clash killing: House of accused razed; CBI probe sought

Rediff.com1 days ago

The Municipal Corporation of Delhi demolished illegal portions of a house linked to an accused in the Uttam Nagar Holi clash case, where a 26-year-old man was killed. The demolition was carried out amid heavy police presence to maintain order.

Hindu outfits block traffic in Delhi after Holi death

Hindu outfits block traffic in Delhi after Holi death

Rediff.com3 days ago

Tensions flared in Delhi's Uttam Nagar after a man died following a clash during Holi celebrations, leading to protests and traffic disruptions.

Family of Uttam Nagar victim demands CBI probe after Holi clash

Family of Uttam Nagar victim demands CBI probe after Holi clash

Rediff.com1 days ago

Following a fatal clash during Holi celebrations in Uttam Nagar, the victim's family is demanding a CBI probe and strict action against those involved, while authorities have demolished parts of a house linked to one of the accused.

Uttam Nagar Holi Clash: Victim's Family Seeks CBI Investigation After House Demolition

Uttam Nagar Holi Clash: Victim's Family Seeks CBI Investigation After House Demolition

Rediff.com1 days ago

Following the demolition of a house linked to an accused in the Uttam Nagar Holi clash, the victim's family is demanding a CBI probe and strict action against all those involved in the incident.

Protests in UP against film Yadav Ji Ki Love Story

Protests in UP against film Yadav Ji Ki Love Story

Rediff.com18 Feb 2026

Members of the Yadav community in Sambhal, Uttar Pradesh, staged a protest against the film 'Yadav Ji Ki Love Story,' claiming it could disrupt social harmony and hurt community sentiments. Protesters burned posters and demanded a ban on the film's release, threatening legal action and further agitation if their demands are not met.

Galentine's Day: What To Wear Based On Your Girl Gang Plans

Galentine's Day: What To Wear Based On Your Girl Gang Plans

Rediff.com13 Feb 2026

If Valentine's is for couples, Galentine Day's is for the girls who make life actually fun.

How India's Children Celebrate Republic Day

How India's Children Celebrate Republic Day

Rediff.com26 Jan 2026

Happy Republic Day!

Kite Makers Prepare For Festivals...

Kite Makers Prepare For Festivals...

Rediff.com7 Jan 2026

Kite makers and workers across India are busy preparing colourful kites and specialised manjha threads ahead of the International Kite Festival in Ahmedabad and the Lohri festival.

Ishan Kishan's Redemption: From Snub to Pakistan Statement

Ishan Kishan's Redemption: From Snub to Pakistan Statement

Rediff.com16 Feb 2026

After losing his central contract and slipping down the pecking order, Ishan Kishan rebuilt his game and mindset through discipline, meditation and domestic grind - culminating in a defining performance against Pakistan.

Ajit Pawar plane crash: Flight attendant from UP dies

Ajit Pawar plane crash: Flight attendant from UP dies

Rediff.com29 Jan 2026

A flight attendant from Jaunpur, Uttar Pradesh, was among those killed in a plane crash that also claimed the life of an NCP leader and three others. The news has brought deep mourning to her native village.

Protests erupt over demolition at Varanasi's Manikarnika Ghat

Protests erupt over demolition at Varanasi's Manikarnika Ghat

Rediff.com14 Jan 2026

A demolition drive at the Manikarnika Ghat was met with protests from locals, who alleged that the city's heritage was being destroyed in the name of redevelopment, a charge rejected by the district administration.

Akhilesh expels MLA Pooja Pal for praising Yogi Adityanath

Akhilesh expels MLA Pooja Pal for praising Yogi Adityanath

Rediff.com15 Aug 2025

The Samajwadi Party on Thursday expelled its MLA Pooja Pal, for alleged anti-party activities, hours after she praised Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath in the assembly for putting gangster-politician Atiq Ahmad to dust.

Amit Shah launches India's first co-operative ride app Bharat Taxi

Amit Shah launches India's first co-operative ride app Bharat Taxi

Rediff.com5 Feb 2026

Addressing an event after launching the service, Shah said the rival ride-hailing platforms have reduced commission and are offering many other incentives, including free rides to customers, seeing the success of Bharat Taxi during the pilot operation.

Farmer groups slam India-US trade deal, call nationwide strike on Feb 12

Farmer groups slam India-US trade deal, call nationwide strike on Feb 12

Rediff.com8 Feb 2026

Several farmer organisations in India are protesting the proposed India-US trade deal, expressing concerns about its impact on the agriculture sector and demanding the resignation of the Commerce Minister.

Will Chail MLA Pooja Pal join BJP after SP expulsion?

Will Chail MLA Pooja Pal join BJP after SP expulsion?

Rediff.com17 Aug 2025

Chail MLA Pooja Pal, recently expelled from the Samajwadi Party, met with Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath. Pal praised Adityanath's actions against gangster Atiq Ahmed, who was accused of murdering her husband. She also addressed comments about her personal life and political career.

Short circuit causes panic at Mayawati press meet; no injuries

Short circuit causes panic at Mayawati press meet; no injuries

Rediff.com16 Jan 2026

A short circuit caused a brief moment of panic during a press conference held by BSP president Mayawati in Lucknow. Samajwadi Party Chief Akhilesh Yadav called it a security lapse and demanded an investigation.

Midfield stalwart Manpreet dropped from core group ahead of FIH Pro League

Midfield stalwart Manpreet dropped from core group ahead of FIH Pro League

Rediff.com29 Jan 2026

Midfield stalwart Manpreet Singh is the biggest name missing from the list of 33 probables announced by Hockey India for the senior men's national coaching camp ahead of the upcoming FIH Pro League season, set to begin in Rourkela next month.

Kharge slams Modi over Manikarnika Ghat redevelopment

Kharge slams Modi over Manikarnika Ghat redevelopment

Rediff.com15 Jan 2026

Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge has criticized Prime Minister Narendra Modi over the redevelopment of the Manikarnika Ghat in Varanasi, alleging the destruction of historical heritage for personal branding. The project has faced protests over damage to religious artifacts and the demolition of old structures.

Pan-India kidney racket unearthed after Maha farmer's complaint

Pan-India kidney racket unearthed after Maha farmer's complaint

Rediff.com31 Dec 2025

An investigation into an illegal kidney racket, triggered by a farmer's complaint, has revealed a pan-India kidney transplant network involving agents, donors, doctors, and hospitals.

Sarvam Maya Review: Middling Entertainer

Sarvam Maya Review: Middling Entertainer

Rediff.com2 Feb 2026

Sarvam Maya banks on its leading man, Nivin Pauly, who grasps at straws and makes the improbable scenes work with his charm, notes Arjun Menon.