News for '-phasee'

Will Cong act against Chidambaram for Op Blue Star remarks?

Will Cong act against Chidambaram for Op Blue Star remarks?

Rediff.com12 Oct 2025

The Congress leadership is reportedly upset with former Home Minister P Chidambaram for his remarks on 'Operation Blue Star'. Party sources indicate that senior leaders should be cautious about making public statements that could embarrass the party.

Mumbai-Ahmedabad bullet train hits Ghansoli tunnel breakthrough

Mumbai-Ahmedabad bullet train hits Ghansoli tunnel breakthrough

Rediff.com20 Sep 2025

A 4.88 km tunnel between Shilphata and Ghansoli for the Mumbai-Ahmedabad bullet train project achieved a breakthrough, marking a significant milestone in the project's construction.

Ditch Quick-Money Lures This Diwali!

Ditch Quick-Money Lures This Diwali!

Rediff.com20 Oct 2025

: Build lasting wealth via disciplined, long-term mutual fund investing in India's compounding marathon, Shanaihi, Shanaihi, says Ramalingam Kalirajan

ISL deadlock: Clubs run out of patience with AIFF!

ISL deadlock: Clubs run out of patience with AIFF!

Rediff.com16 Oct 2025

10 ISL clubs slam AIFF for delay in tender process, allege "breach of trust"

How Australia shaped Kohli as a cricketer and person

How Australia shaped Kohli as a cricketer and person

Rediff.com19 Oct 2025

Batting superstar Virat Kohli admitted that the aggressive Australian cricketing environment tested his resilience, but felt that standing up to it while playing a bold brand of cricket toughened his mind and shaped his career path, besides influencing his growth as an individual.

Modi hails Trump as India welcomes Gaza peace deal

Modi hails Trump as India welcomes Gaza peace deal

Rediff.com14 Oct 2025

Prime Minister Narendra Modi welcomed the release of hostages in Israel and expressed support for President Trump's peace efforts in the region.

When Salman Cried For Aishwarya

When Salman Cried For Aishwarya

Rediff.com30 Sep 2025

Salman Khan was reportedly dating Aishwarya Rai during the 1999 filming of the musical, Hum Dil De Chuke Sanam, but they broke up sometime later.

IPL's Valuation Hits Flat Pitch

IPL's Valuation Hits Flat Pitch

Rediff.com16 Oct 2025

The IPL's overall valuation fell by 8 per cent to Rs 76,100 crore in 2025.

India's Cricket Boom Is Just Beginning

India's Cricket Boom Is Just Beginning

Rediff.com9 Oct 2025

'We have just scratched the surface because cricket has been around for the longest time.'

Airport operator to be accountable for 3rd-party service standards: AERA chief

Airport operator to be accountable for 3rd-party service standards: AERA chief

Rediff.com11 Sep 2025

An airport operator will be responsible for maintaining overall service standards at an airport, including those delivered by third-party service providers, under new rules being framed by the Airports Economic Regulatory Authority (AERA), its chairman SKG Rahate told aviation stakeholders at a meeting on Wednesday

Curfew continues in Leh, L-G to review security

Curfew continues in Leh, L-G to review security

Rediff.com29 Sep 2025

Curfew continues in Leh for the sixth day following violence. A high-level meeting is scheduled to review the security situation. Mobile internet services remain suspended.

Lotus-Inspired Mumbai Airport Set to Bloom

Lotus-Inspired Mumbai Airport Set to Bloom

Rediff.com24 Sep 2025

NMIAL is spending close to Rs 18,000 crore to get the airport up and running.

India's next gen light up Ranji Trophy Day 1

India's next gen light up Ranji Trophy Day 1

Rediff.com25 Oct 2025

Vimal Khumar and Pradosh Ranjan Paul struck massive hundreds as Tamil Nadu piled up 399 for two against Nagaland on the opening day of their Ranji Trophy Elite Group A match in Dimapur on Saturday.

Champions League: Haaland unstoppable; Arsenal run riot

Champions League: Haaland unstoppable; Arsenal run riot

Rediff.com22 Oct 2025

Manchester City's Erling Haaland extended his remarkable scoring streak to 12 straight matches as his side recorded a comfortable 2-0 victory at Villarreal in the Champions League on Tuesday.

CEC to check Bihar's poll readiness on October 4-5

CEC to check Bihar's poll readiness on October 4-5

Rediff.com3 Oct 2025

A team of Election Commissioners will visit Patna to review poll preparedness in Bihar ahead of the upcoming assembly elections. The team will meet with political parties, police, administrative officials, and observers to ensure a free and fair election.

'Belief, smart cricket' sees SA edge India in Vizag

'Belief, smart cricket' sees SA edge India in Vizag

Rediff.com10 Oct 2025

Off-spinner Deepti bowled the 48th over, and De Klerk managed to find two boundaries off her before applying finishing touches to the chase, smashing pacer Amanjot Kaur for two sixes in the 49th over.

Global Investing: What YOU Must Know

Global Investing: What YOU Must Know

Rediff.com16 Oct 2025

Here's what Indian investors diversifying into equities, ETFs, and real estate abroad to manage risk, returns, and currency exposure must watch out for.

'This Is Why Trump Has Scored'

'This Is Why Trump Has Scored'

Rediff.com24 Oct 2025

'I realised why the farmers and the rural folks are going for Trump. They are so insecure and vulnerable that anybody who is throwing a line of hope to them, they seize it.'

Bareilly cleric's aides get Rs 1.25 cr power theft notices

Bareilly cleric's aides get Rs 1.25 cr power theft notices

Rediff.com6 Oct 2025

Five associates of controversial cleric Maulana Tauqeer Raza have been issued recovery notices of over Rs 1.25 crore for alleged power theft at e-charging stations in Bareilly. Authorities are cracking down on illegal activities linked to the cleric and his associates.

Bihar polls: BJP, JD-U to contest 101 seats each; Paswan gets 29

Bihar polls: BJP, JD-U to contest 101 seats each; Paswan gets 29

Rediff.com12 Oct 2025

The BJP and JD(U) will each contest on 101 seats in the Bihar assembly elections, while the LJP will field candidates on 29 seats. Other NDA partners will contest on fewer seats.

Nitish digresses from practice, gives tickets amid rift buzz

Nitish digresses from practice, gives tickets amid rift buzz

Rediff.com14 Oct 2025

Amidst speculation over the NDA seat-sharing deal in Bihar, Chief Minister Nitish Kumar distributed JD(U) tickets, while the BJP announced its first list of candidates. The INDIA bloc also faces internal challenges as parties prepare for the upcoming elections.

Perth ODI: Will Ro-Ko Fire?

Perth ODI: Will Ro-Ko Fire?

Rediff.com16 Oct 2025

Pat Cummins captured the sentiment perfectly, calling this potentially the 'last chance' for fans Down Under to witness these legends in action. With both stalwarts set to be 39 and 40 respectively by the 2027 World Cup, every appearance carries added significance. Ro-Ko have been the heartbeat of Indian cricket for over 15 years. Their return brings an emotional lift to the team and raises expectations for the series against the world champions.

He Played Cupid Between Akshay-Twinkle

He Played Cupid Between Akshay-Twinkle

Rediff.com9 Oct 2025

Akshay Kumar and Saif Ali Khan are an absolute riot in the third episode of Too Much With Kajol and Twinkle as they recall some of the craziest incidents from the 1990s, both personally and professionally.

Bihar polls: EC launches ECINet app among 17 new initiatives

Bihar polls: EC launches ECINet app among 17 new initiatives

Rediff.com6 Oct 2025

The Election Commission (EC) has announced 17 new initiatives for the Bihar Assembly polls, including compulsory webcasting, mobile phone-deposit facilities, and measures to improve voter turnout and accessibility.

Ashwin slams BCCI: 'Why no roadmap for Rohit and Kohli?'

Ashwin slams BCCI: 'Why no roadmap for Rohit and Kohli?'

Rediff.com9 Oct 2025

Speculations and debates have sparked over social media since last week, after chief selector Ajit Agarkar announced the management's decision to hand over the ODI captaincy from Rohit to Shubman Gill.

Patidar proves leadership, named MP skipper for Ranji

Patidar proves leadership, named MP skipper for Ranji

Rediff.com7 Oct 2025

This year, Rajat led RCB to their maiden IPL title in 18 years and recently was crucial to the Central Zone's Duleep Trophy triumph for the first time since 2014-15.

Will remain CM for 5 yrs: Siddaramaiah amid 'takeover' buzz

Will remain CM for 5 yrs: Siddaramaiah amid 'takeover' buzz

Rediff.com1 Oct 2025

Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah dismisses rumors of a change in leadership, asserting he will complete his full five-year term. His statement follows comments from Congress leaders suggesting Deputy CM D K Shivakumar would succeed him.

Ahead of Diwali, 7800+ kg of banned firecrackers seized in Delhi

Ahead of Diwali, 7800+ kg of banned firecrackers seized in Delhi

Rediff.com10 Oct 2025

The drive, carried out by various police districts and units, including the crime branch and AATS teams, aligns with the Supreme Court's directions and the Delhi government's blanket ban on the sale, storage, and use of firecrackers to curb pollution during Diwali.

RBI announces slew of measures to promote rupee

RBI announces slew of measures to promote rupee

Rediff.com1 Oct 2025

In a bid to promote the use of domestic currency for cross-border settlements, the Reserve Bank on Wednesday announced a slew of measures, including allowing banks to lend in Indian Rupees to non-residents from Bhutan, Nepal and Sri Lanka for bilateral trade.

Why Modi plans to transfer Rs 10K each to Bihar's 75 lakh women

Why Modi plans to transfer Rs 10K each to Bihar's 75 lakh women

Rediff.com25 Sep 2025

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will launch Bihar's 'Mukhyamantri Mahila Rojgar Yojana' on Friday and transfer Rs 10,000 each to the bank accounts of 75 lakh women across the state, totalling Rs 7,500 crore.

Now you can make final PF pension withdrawal after 3 years

Now you can make final PF pension withdrawal after 3 years

Rediff.com14 Oct 2025

The Employees' Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) board has approved liberalised part withdrawals for subscribers, allowing up to 100 per cent EPF withdrawal, and rolled out the 'Vishwas Scheme' to reduce litigation through rationalised penal damages.

UAE on cusp on FIFA World Cup spot; Iraq on course

UAE on cusp on FIFA World Cup spot; Iraq on course

Rediff.com12 Oct 2025

Japan, South Korea, Australia, Iran, Uzbekistan and Jordan have already taken six of Asia's eight guaranteed spots at next year's 48-team World Cup.

Bihar polls: Will Oppn's SIR protests or NDA's dominance prevail?

Bihar polls: Will Oppn's SIR protests or NDA's dominance prevail?

Rediff.com6 Oct 2025

An analysis of the upcoming Bihar elections, focusing on the key players, alliances, and issues that will shape the outcome. The article examines the strength of the ruling NDA coalition led by Nitish Kumar and the challenge posed by the RJD-led Mahagathbandhan, as well as the potential impact of Prashant Kishor's Jan Suraaj Party.

Israeli strikes kill 70 in Gaza despite Trump's call to stop bombing

Israeli strikes kill 70 in Gaza despite Trump's call to stop bombing

Rediff.com5 Oct 2025

The Israeli strikes in recent weeks have affected more than one million Gazans, forcing them to vacate the area and move towards southern Gaza.

What Is Powering Mahindra's Bolero Run

What Is Powering Mahindra's Bolero Run

Rediff.com9 Oct 2025

Between January and August 2025, over 65,000 units of the Bolero were sold, making it the third-highest contributor to Mahindra's overall SUV sales. Bolero annually achieves sales of over 1 lakh units.

'Sudarshan Chakra will be mother of all air defence systems'

'Sudarshan Chakra will be mother of all air defence systems'

Rediff.com23 Sep 2025

A top military official has revealed details about India's proposed air defence system, Sudarshan Chakra, describing it as a comprehensive system that will include counter-drone, counter-UAV, and counter-hypersonic capabilities.

Has Vijay Changed After Karur Stampede?

Has Vijay Changed After Karur Stampede?

Rediff.com25 Oct 2025

Vijay, despite the loud message from his delayed arrival at the road-show/stampede venue, and more so his continued inaccessibility for fans-turned-cadres after graduating from a super-star to a political party leader with electoral ambitions, refuses to change. Or, so it seems, observes N Sathiya Moorthy.

Chhetri joins camp with days left for Singapore clash

Chhetri joins camp with days left for Singapore clash

Rediff.com29 Sep 2025

Sunil Chhetri and his two Bengaluru FC team-mates -- Rahul Bheke and Roshan Singh Naorem -- on Monday joined the national men's football team's preparatory camp in Bengaluru

Sebi's Valid UPI Initiative Sees Hiccups

Sebi's Valid UPI Initiative Sees Hiccups

Rediff.com1 Oct 2025

The new UPI IDs will follow formats such as abc.bkr@validhdfc or xyz.mf@validhdfc. For easier recognition, they will also carry a white 'thumbs up' icon inside a green triangle.

Curfew relaxed in Leh for 4 hrs, people queue up to buy essentials

Curfew relaxed in Leh for 4 hrs, people queue up to buy essentials

Rediff.com27 Sep 2025

For the first time since curfew was imposed three days ago in violence-hit Leh town of Ladakh, the restrictions were relaxed Saturday afternoon in a phased manner for a few hours, providing relief to residents who lined up outside shops selling essential commodities.