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

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

Rediff.com6 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.

Kajol, Tanishaa, Tanuja Celebrate Durga Pujo

Kajol, Tanishaa, Tanuja Celebrate Durga Pujo

Rediff.com16 Oct 2026

Kajol, Tanuja, Tanishaa Mukerji and Ayan Mukerji came together to unveil Maa Durga's idol at the 80th North Bombay Sarbojanin Durga Puja, which celebrates the spirit of tradition and family.

Navratri Day 9: Samantha, Karisma's Peacock Green Looks

Navratri Day 9: Samantha, Karisma's Peacock Green Looks

Rediff.com7 days ago

Navratri is almost at its grand finale, and Day 9 deserves a colour that knows how to make an entrance. Enter peacock green, a rich blue-green shade that represents growth, harmony and renewal, while its blue undertones evoke calm, depth and devotion.

India's New Zealand Tour: A Mirror To Indian Cricket

India's New Zealand Tour: A Mirror To Indian Cricket

Rediff.com5 days ago

The real victory in New Zealand is not about winning every match but returning from it knowing exactly what kind of team India should have for the future, points out K R Nayar.

'Murugan Was Told To Quit'

'Murugan Was Told To Quit'

Rediff.com4 days ago

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

Peaceful protest is fundamental right, but...: Bombay HC

Peaceful protest is fundamental right, but...: Bombay HC

Rediff.com7 days ago

The Bombay High Court has observed that while peaceful demonstration is a fundamental right, factors like a protestor's credentials and public inconvenience must be considered before restricting police action. The court directed the Maharashtra government to respond to petitions alleging illegal detention during recent anti-CEC protests and also noted the need to consider protesters' antecedents.

Jailer 2 Leads Box Office, Nayyi Navelli-Prahaar Follow

Jailer 2 Leads Box Office, Nayyi Navelli-Prahaar Follow

Rediff.com7 days ago

Rajinikanth's latest film Jailer 2 has defied expectations by achieving a remarkable score at the box office over its extended four-day weekend, despite a limited release and competition from new Bollywood offerings.

Ex-soldier hires hitmen to murder cousin's wife over land dispute; held

Ex-soldier hires hitmen to murder cousin's wife over land dispute; held

Rediff.com5 days ago

A former Indian Army man, Sandeep, and two hired hitmen, Anuj and Avnish, have been arrested in Gurugram for the murder of Sandeep's cousin's 35-year-old wife, Neetu. The motive behind the crime was a land dispute, as Neetu had opposed the sale of land at a price Sandeep had agreed upon. The police solved the case within 12 hours of the victim's last rites, revealing that the accused had planned the murder, conducting a recce and then strangling Neetu on October 16.

Ajay Devgn's 10 Biggest Openings At Box Office

Ajay Devgn's 10 Biggest Openings At Box Office

Rediff.com6 Oct 2026

Drishyam - The Conclusion has made history by becoming Ajay Devgn's biggest box office opener with an astounding Rs 62.03 crores, also securing a spot among the Top-5 Bollywood openers of all time.

How Wadhwani AI Uses AI To Predict Disease Outbreaks

How Wadhwani AI Uses AI To Predict Disease Outbreaks

Rediff.com14 Oct 2026

Wadhwani AI is working on a 'vulnerability mapping' project which determines the probability of a disease breaking out in a particular area during a particular season or time.

Unscramble The Nakhrewaalii Jigsaw Puzzle

Unscramble The Nakhrewaalii Jigsaw Puzzle

Rediff.com14 Oct 2026

Here's a fun way to test your memory!

How Are You Really Feeling? Take This Quiz To Find Out

How Are You Really Feeling? Take This Quiz To Find Out

Rediff.com10 Oct 2026

Anu Krishna, mind coach and co-founder of Unfear Changemakers, invites you to take this quiz to better understand your mental health.

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.

Graduate Employment Rises, But Job Seekers Fall

Graduate Employment Rises, But Job Seekers Fall

Rediff.com6 days ago

The lack of faster growth in salaried jobs may well account for the degrowth in the unemployed educated population who are actively seeking jobs.

Spotted In Parmarth Niketan: Jagdeep Dhankhar!

Spotted In Parmarth Niketan: Jagdeep Dhankhar!

Rediff.com6 Oct 2026

Sightings of Jagdeep Dhankhar are rare ever since he left the vice president's office. Dhankhar and his wife Dr Sudesh were spotted at the Parmarth Niketan ashram in Rishikesh on Monday, Ocrober 5, 2026, where the couple met Swami Chidanand Saraswati and Sadhvi Bhagwati Saraswati.

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

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

Rediff.com6 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.'

Want To Personalise Your Luxury Car?

Want To Personalise Your Luxury Car?

Rediff.com4 days ago

Luxury car buyers in India are spending lakhs -- and sometimes crores -- to make their cars truly their own, turning personalisation into a growing business opportunity for automakers.

Buying A Car This Festive Season? Avoid These Loan Mistakes

Buying A Car This Festive Season? Avoid These Loan Mistakes

Rediff.com5 days ago

Choose a car loan that fits your budget, keeps EMIs manageable and saves you money on interest, not just one with attractive festive offers.

Anil Sharma: 'Nana Patekar Would Cut My Hair'

Anil Sharma: 'Nana Patekar Would Cut My Hair'

Rediff.com12 Oct 2026

'Nana Patekar was an amazing actor, and human being.'

Victoria's Secret Fashion Show 2026: Kylie's 50 Million Bra To Barbara's Postpartum Walk

Victoria's Secret Fashion Show 2026: Kylie's 50 Million Bra To Barbara's Postpartum Walk

Rediff.com7 days ago

The Victoria's Secret Fashion Show returned to the spotlight in Los Angeles on October 18, bringing together some of the world's biggest models and music stars for a night of high-octane glamour.

Active Vs Passive Funds: How To Choose?

Active Vs Passive Funds: How To Choose?

Rediff.com16 Oct 2026

Active and passive funds offer different advantages across market-cap segments, making a mix of both a sensible portfolio strategy.

Rohini Hattangadi, Varsha Usgaonkar At Nana Patekar Prayer Meet

Rohini Hattangadi, Varsha Usgaonkar At Nana Patekar Prayer Meet

Rediff.com15 Oct 2026

A prayer meet was held in Mumbai to honour Nana Patekar, with Rohini Hattangadi, Shivaji Satam and Maharashtra FDA Commissioner Tukaram Mundhe attending to pay their respects.

Has India Fallen Out Of Love With Weight-Loss Drugs?

Has India Fallen Out Of Love With Weight-Loss Drugs?

Rediff.com5 days ago

More patients can now afford semaglutide, but the early excitement around the drug is fading.

Recipe: Chef Varun's Walnuts Chowpatty Bhel Puri

Recipe: Chef Varun's Walnuts Chowpatty Bhel Puri

Rediff.com7 Oct 2026

Give the classic Mumbai street-food favourite a delicious makeover with walnuts. Chef Varun Inamdar's Walnuts Chowpatty Bhel Puri brings together crunchy puffed rice, tangy chutneys, and walnuts for an irresistible mix of flavours and textures.

'Staying Away From Parents Was The Best Decision'

'Staying Away From Parents Was The Best Decision'

Rediff.com14 Oct 2026

In Rediff's series on modern marriages, Pratik, 36, tells Rediff's Divya Nair how the difficult decision to stay away from both sets of parents, among other things, helped strengthen their marriage.

Direct Tax Collection Jumps 13.21% to Rs 13.38 Lakh Crore by Mid-October

Direct Tax Collection Jumps 13.21% to Rs 13.38 Lakh Crore by Mid-October

Rediff.com15 Oct 2026

India's net direct tax collection witnessed a robust 13.21 per cent increase, reaching approximately Rs 13.38 lakh crore between April 1 and October 14, primarily fuelled by a strong performance in corporate tax mop-up.

Mythbuster: Are Diet Soft Drinks Healthy?

Mythbuster: Are Diet Soft Drinks Healthy?

Rediff.com3 days ago

Zero sugar. Zero calories. Same fizzy soft a kick. It is little wonder that diet soft drinks have become something of a cult favourite among Gen Z.

Tiger Shroff Shooting: 'Scare One Big Star, Extort Money From The Rest'

Tiger Shroff Shooting: 'Scare One Big Star, Extort Money From The Rest'

Rediff.com6 days ago

'It is possible that the attackers might have been ordered not to kill.'

The Rescue Mission That Came Full Circle

The Rescue Mission That Came Full Circle

Rediff.com16 Oct 2026

For nearly three decades, the two sides of the story had existed independently. One had been recorded in a pilot's logbook; the other carried in the memory of a young boy who had survived a terrible accident, recalls Air Commodore Nitin Sathe (retd).

Mini Car Sales Surge 86% as India's Auto Market Rebounds

Mini Car Sales Surge 86% as India's Auto Market Rebounds

Rediff.com16 Oct 2026

India's entry-level passenger vehicle market is experiencing a significant recovery, with mini car wholesales surging 86.3 per cent year-on-year in the first half of FY27, driven by improved affordability and stronger overall demand.

Reliance welcomes Starlink competition, insists on adherence to Indian laws

Reliance welcomes Starlink competition, insists on adherence to Indian laws

Rediff.com16 Oct 2026

Reliance Industries Ltd (RIL) has publicly welcomed competition from Elon Musk's Starlink in the satellite communications sector, asserting that all players, including Jio, must abide by Indian laws and policies.

Assam University VC Loses Post Over UGC Rules

Assam University VC Loses Post Over UGC Rules

Rediff.com6 days ago

The Gauhati court ruled that Rajive Mohan Pant did not meet the minimum experience requirement and ordered a fresh selection process within four months.

Navratri Day 8: Suhana, Kusha's Royal Purple Looks

Navratri Day 8: Suhana, Kusha's Royal Purple Looks

Rediff.com18 Oct 2026

Navratri is the perfect excuse to turn your festive wardrobe up a notch, and Day 7 brings a royal twist with purple. Associated with luxury, wisdom, ambition and spiritual energy, this rich shade is perfect for anyone who likes their festive fashion with a little extra drama.

Can Tight Rubber Bands Cause Hair Fall?

Can Tight Rubber Bands Cause Hair Fall?

Rediff.com8 Oct 2026

'Tight hairbands pulled into a ponytail can cause hair fall,' warns rediffGURU Dr Deepa Suvarna, a paediatrician with 25 years of experience.

'You Can't Ignore America'

'You Can't Ignore America'

Rediff.com13 Oct 2026

'Indian IT firms must hire and train more Americans while reducing dependence on sending employees from India to the US.'

SUV Shift Pushes Average Car Loan Size Up 49%

SUV Shift Pushes Average Car Loan Size Up 49%

Rediff.com14 Oct 2026

The rise in loan sizes reflects both higher vehicle prices and a shift from entry-level cars to SUVs.

'Don't Push Me For Non-Veg... Veg Market Is Too Huge'

'Don't Push Me For Non-Veg... Veg Market Is Too Huge'

Rediff.com6 Oct 2026

How India's Jumbo King Is Taking On McDonalds And Burger King Without Selling Chicken Burgers.

US-China Ties: Why The World Should Worry

US-China Ties: Why The World Should Worry

Rediff.com6 days ago

The subtext here is that nobody else really matters to America today; only China, because nobody else can truly hurt them, points out Mihir S Sharma.

Reader Invite: Share Your Tribute To Jeffrey Archer

Reader Invite: Share Your Tribute To Jeffrey Archer

Rediff.com6 Oct 2026

Write to us at getahead@rediff.co.in (subject: My tribute to Jeffrey Archer). Don't forget to include your name and where you are from.

'I'm In Love With A Mother Of A Two Year Old'

'I'm In Love With A Mother Of A Two Year Old'

Rediff.com5 Oct 2026

'This is a very dangerous situation where the chances of your getting hurt are almost 100 per cent,' warns rediffGURU Ravi Mittal, a dating coach and CEO of online dating website Quack Quack and Rebounce, a matrimony platform.