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How To Apply For The Inlaks Social Fellowship

How To Apply For The Inlaks Social Fellowship

Rediff.com17 Nov 2025

As a part of the Inlaks Fellowship For Social Engagement, eligible and selected candidates will receive a fellowship upto Rs 45,000 per month.

SC declines to monitor every hate speech, says mechanisms in place

SC declines to monitor every hate speech, says mechanisms in place

Rediff.com25 Nov 2025

The Supreme Court of India has stated it will not monitor every instance of hate speech, citing existing legal and institutional mechanisms.

Growth acceleration key to Trent stock's recovery

Growth acceleration key to Trent stock's recovery

Rediff.com21 Nov 2025

Trent reported decent margins in the second quarter (July-September) of 2025-26 (Q2FY26) but growth moderated. Same store growth was low single-digits. Trent's revenue growth decelerated in Q2FY26 at 17 per cent year-on-year (Y-o-Y) while area additions were offset by decline in revenue per square foot (sq ft).

Brinda's Sweet Girl-Next-Door Charm

Brinda's Sweet Girl-Next-Door Charm

Rediff.com24 Jun 2025

Brinda Acharya is steadily crafting her own signature in a world of trend followers.

Too S-E-X-Y To Handle

Too S-E-X-Y To Handle

Rediff.com23 Jul 2021

Flattering looks from the Cannes red carpet.

'Only Then Can We Call Them Urban Naxals'

'Only Then Can We Call Them Urban Naxals'

Rediff.com30 Jul 2024

'Today we know of many X, Y, and Z persons as urban Naxals but can we call these people as such?' 'No, we cannot because we don't have a legal framework for doing that.'

How GenZ, Millennials Can Co-Exist At Work

How GenZ, Millennials Can Co-Exist At Work

Rediff.com1 Aug 2024

Gen Z, don't shy away from expressing your ideas, and millennials, be receptive to new perspectives, suggests Sonica Aron, founder of the HR consultancy firm, Marching Sheep.

After lacklustre Q4 results, headwinds persist for Indian Oil stock

After lacklustre Q4 results, headwinds persist for Indian Oil stock

Rediff.com10 May 2024

State-run Indian Oil Corporation (IOCL) reported a weak performance in the fourth quarter of FY24 (January-March 2024), and the turmoil in the energy market indicates it could endure another lacklustre quarter. The oil marketing company (OMC) reported an Ebitda of Rs 10,400 crore, down 27 per cent year-on-year (Y-o-Y) due to weak reported gross refining margin (GRM) of $8.4 per barrel in Q4FY24, which was almost half the consensus expectation of $15 per barrel.

'My face is my greatest USP'

'My face is my greatest USP'

Rediff.com22 Apr 2024

'My tool is the way I look. This is the only thing that distinguishes me.' 'Most of us dress similarly. What sets you apart is your face. If you change that also, you're like anybody else.'

BJP Should Read Writing On The Wall

BJP Should Read Writing On The Wall

Rediff.com17 Jul 2024

There is no use of the BJP targeting the likes of Mamata Banerjee and M K Stalin, directly by the party's political bosses, both in Delhi and the respective state capitals, or even using the Raj Bhavans to fire those salvos from. Successive elections have proved that it's counter-productive, if anything. But the BJP is yet to understand it, acknowledge it, points out N Sathiya Moorthy.

'Pathaan Has Brought Our Zest Back'

'Pathaan Has Brought Our Zest Back'

Rediff.com10 Apr 2023

'Today, the risks have risen.' 'So stars need good content and good content needs stars.' 'It is now X+Y (star + content) not that X is greater than Y or Y is greater than X.'

Forgive, forget and...: Pilot on Gehlot's past swipes

Forgive, forget and...: Pilot on Gehlot's past swipes

Rediff.com14 Nov 2023

"Whoever said all those words you mentioned, I did not respond in kind because it is not the way I am built and we now have to move on, let bygones be bygones, whatever was said, we need to forget and move forward. It is not about individuals or positions or someone's statements now. It is about the country and the party," Pilot said.

Encouraging results for April-June quarter of FY24 lifts Tata Power stock

Encouraging results for April-June quarter of FY24 lifts Tata Power stock

Rediff.com20 Aug 2023

Tata Power declared encouraging results for the April-June quarter (Q1) of the 2023-23 financial year (FY24). The firm's revenue rose 5 per cent year-on-year (Y-o-Y) to Rs 15,210 crore. It was driven by higher sales to distribution companies (discoms) and capacity addition in renewables. Company's adjusted profit after tax (PAT) rose 3 per cent to Rs 906 crore with reported PAT at Rs 1,100 crore on a one-time gain of Rs 235 crore.

UEFA to refund Liverpool fans after CL final chaos

UEFA to refund Liverpool fans after CL final chaos

Rediff.com7 Mar 2023

The final was delayed by 36 minutes after thousands of Liverpool supporters were unable to get into the Stade de France for the match

'Forget and forgive': Pilot buries the hatchet with Gehlot

'Forget and forgive': Pilot buries the hatchet with Gehlot

Rediff.com8 Jul 2023

"Next challenge for us is to win elections, neither individuals nor statements matter, those are bygones," he said.

'A slip-up can break trust of investors'

'A slip-up can break trust of investors'

Rediff.com3 Jan 2023

'Strong regulations are crucial for the orderly development of the market.'

Elnaaz's STUNNING elevator selfies

Elnaaz's STUNNING elevator selfies

Rediff.com16 Jun 2021

Elnaaz Norouzi gets flirty and sexy as she takes the elevator.

'Aggression over Covid vaccines is unprecedented'

'Aggression over Covid vaccines is unprecedented'

Rediff.com1 May 2021

CEO of Serum Institute of India hints that he may start producing in Britain and speaks about threatening calls from the rich and powerful

Team India coach Shastri urges patience on CAA

Team India coach Shastri urges patience on CAA

Rediff.com9 Jan 2020

Ravi Shastri said he is confident that the government has thought through the decision to introduce the law.

Olympics cannot go ahead, says UK Athletics chairman

Olympics cannot go ahead, says UK Athletics chairman

Rediff.com21 Mar 2020

The Tokyo Olympics should be called off to spare athletes the "stress" of trying to train in the middle of the coronavirus pandemic, UK Athletics chairman Nic Coward said on Friday.

Covishield output in full swing, back in few days: Poonawalla

Covishield output in full swing, back in few days: Poonawalla

Rediff.com2 May 2021

Serum Institute of India CEO Aadar Poonawalla has said that the production of Covid-19 vaccine Covishield is in full swing in Pune and he will review the operations once he is back in the country in a few days. Poonawalla is currently in the UK to meet his family members.

Secret of Rohit's success: No room for negativity

Secret of Rohit's success: No room for negativity

Rediff.com6 Jan 2020

"Honestly speaking, I stopped thinking about Test matches long time back", says Rohit Sharma, who made a superb return to the five-day format in the series against South Africa. The India opener also had a successful 2019 in white-ball cricket, says he is no longer bothered by criticism.

Why scams happen in India

Why scams happen in India

Rediff.com27 Mar 2018

Do we not understand that risk and return go hand-in-hand, or do we, in our rush to get rich, simply choose to ignore risk, wonders Ramabhadran S Thirumalai.

Ranveer, Deepika, Shahid: Which Padmavati star gets your vote?

Ranveer, Deepika, Shahid: Which Padmavati star gets your vote?

Rediff.com24 Nov 2017

Take the poll given below and let us know.

'Economy is Recovering Well'

'Economy is Recovering Well'

Rediff.com9 Sep 2021

'Even if there is a third wave or a fourth wave, it is hard to see the economy will suffer like that (during the first wave).'

Three hotties. One cover. Like it?

Three hotties. One cover. Like it?

Rediff.com26 May 2016

A look at the three hot belles who star on the cover of a leading women's magazine.

Rohit leaving 'no stone unturned' for Australia tour

Rohit leaving 'no stone unturned' for Australia tour

Rediff.com21 Nov 2020

The hullabaloo over his hamstring was confusing as well as amusing for Rohit Sharma, who says he always knew that the injury was not that serious and he would be battle-ready for the tour of Australia.

Amitabh Bachchan, the master of cool

Amitabh Bachchan, the master of cool

Rediff.com27 Nov 2009

The 68-year-old actor has made "that's cool" a part of his everyday lingo. And that's the reason why he thinks he is still getting "some work" even after four decades in Hindi films.

At 60, what Amul plans to do

At 60, what Amul plans to do

Rediff.com29 Jun 2009

Amul is overhauling its branding and distribution strategy to keep pace with the changing times.

Why Strauss and Pietersen had a major fallout

Why Strauss and Pietersen had a major fallout

Rediff.com5 Apr 2020

Former England captain Andrew Strauss admitted that he didn't handle Kevin Pietersen well during his time at the helm as the flamboyant batsman should have been given some space despite not exactly adhering to the team ethos. However, Strauss maintained that while he understands why IPL is necessary for players, he still doesn't agree that one should play the cash-rich T20 league at the cost of Test cricket as it would set a dangerous precedent.

Vote: Like Kendall Jenner's sexy new lingerie?

Vote: Like Kendall Jenner's sexy new lingerie?

Rediff.com15 Nov 2016

The American model looks irresistibly hot in her latest campaign.

Vote: Is this the boldest new trend?

Vote: Is this the boldest new trend?

Rediff.com5 Oct 2016

Find out why celebrities are gaga over this new trend.

She's HOT!

She's HOT!

Rediff.com10 Feb 2016

Katrina Kaif catwalks for ace designer Tarun Tahiliani.

This beauty queen flaunted her stretch marks and won the Internet

This beauty queen flaunted her stretch marks and won the Internet

Rediff.com3 Jan 2019

Roz Purcell wants you to embrace your marks and love your body the way it is.

Pics: 7 hotties who wore black like a BOSS

Pics: 7 hotties who wore black like a BOSS

Rediff.com3 Jun 2016

A look at celebrities who looked hot and happening in black!

JNU students clash with police en route Rashtrapati Bhavan

JNU students clash with police en route Rashtrapati Bhavan

Rediff.com9 Jan 2020

The students are demanding the removal of vice chancellor M Jagadesh Kumar from his post.

It's his birthday! Yuvraj Singh turns 36!

It's his birthday! Yuvraj Singh turns 36!

Rediff.com12 Dec 2017

Indian all-rounder Yuvraj Singh turned 36 on Tuesday and warm birthday wishes poured in from the cricket fraternity.

Kat got your tongue?

Kat got your tongue?

Rediff.com4 Dec 2015

Yeah, Katrina Kaif's latest fashion outing left us speechless too!

Want to remain Muslim, stay with husband, says Hadiya

Want to remain Muslim, stay with husband, says Hadiya

Rediff.com20 Feb 2018

In an affidavit filed before the top court, 25-year-old Hadiya also said that she had married Shafin Jahan on her own and sought the court's permission to "live as his wife".

'For every gang, the financier is the kingpin'

'For every gang, the financier is the kingpin'

Rediff.com14 Jul 2020

'In a gang, the person who controls the finances is the most important key person.' 'Cut the finances of a gang and it will vanish.'