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The Biggest Bollywood Hits In 25 Years

The Biggest Bollywood Hits In 25 Years

Rediff.com12 Jan 2026

Trade analyst Girish Wankhede puts together a curated list of the 25 biggest hits in the first 25 years of the century.

National Sports Governance Act Rolled Out

National Sports Governance Act Rolled Out

Rediff.com12 Jan 2026

Sports Governance Act: Tier System for Athletes, Convicted Ineligible

The Raja Saab Review: Prabhas Can't Save It

The Raja Saab Review: Prabhas Can't Save It

Rediff.com9 Jan 2026

The Raja Saab is a poorly judged effort to appease to the lowest hanging fruit, and is not sincere in its ambition to entertain, notes Arjun Menon.

Titan hits all-time high on posting Q3 update; here's what analysts suggest

Titan hits all-time high on posting Q3 update; here's what analysts suggest

Rediff.com8 Jan 2026

The shares of Titan Company hit its all-time high on the BSE and was the top gainer in the Sensex on Wednesday after the company released its business update for the third quarter of 2025-26 (Q3FY26). The stock closed at 4,272, up 3.94 per cent as compared to the Sensex, which was a tad down.

Yearend: Time To Reassess YOUR Portfolio

Yearend: Time To Reassess YOUR Portfolio

Rediff.com29 Dec 2025

This exercise allows investors to realign their portfolios with changing market conditions and evolving personal objectives.

'The Soldiers Ordered Us To Be Strip-Searched'

'The Soldiers Ordered Us To Be Strip-Searched'

Rediff.com9 Jan 2026

'...including my baby sisters, age three and one.' 'My dad was humiliated, and he started screaming at them.'

New Zealand's Adithya Counts On CSK Stint To Rattle India

New Zealand's Adithya Counts On CSK Stint To Rattle India

Rediff.com8 Jan 2026

Vellore-born NZ spinner Adithya Ashok keen to put India knowledge to test in ODIs

Zohran Mamdani thanks family from 'Kampala to Dilli'

Zohran Mamdani thanks family from 'Kampala to Dilli'

Rediff.com2 Jan 2026

Zohran Mamdani, of Indian origin, was sworn in as the 112th Mayor of New York City, promising an agenda of affordability and inclusivity. He is the first South Asian and Muslim to hold the position.

Golden Globes 2026: Jessie, Rose, Wagner, Timothee Win

Golden Globes 2026: Jessie, Rose, Wagner, Timothee Win

Rediff.com12 Jan 2026

Here's a quick look at all the winners of the 83rd edition of the Golden Globes.

Mamdani takes oath as NYC Mayor at a subway station

Mamdani takes oath as NYC Mayor at a subway station

Rediff.com1 Jan 2026

Zohran Mamdani, of Indian descent, was sworn in as the 112th Mayor of New York City, marking a historic moment as the first South Asian and Muslim to hold the position. The ceremony took place in an old subway station, symbolizing a new era for the city.

Rediff's Top 10 Recipes For 2025

Rediff's Top 10 Recipes For 2025

Rediff.com6 Jan 2026

We looked back at the 10 Recipes Rediff Readers Loved Most.

Why Freebies May Not Save Stalin's DMK

Why Freebies May Not Save Stalin's DMK

Rediff.com16 Jan 2026

While the DMK depends on a 'silver sieve' of welfare schemes to stay in power, its support is slowly draining away under the weight of poor governance, corruption, and voters who are no longer satisfied with benefits alone and now want basic administration to work, observes N Sathiya Moorthy.

2026: Kerala Among Best Destinations

2026: Kerala Among Best Destinations

Rediff.com6 Jan 2026

Kerala has earned a spot on Rough Guides' list of the world's top travel destinations for 2026, with the popular guidebook publisher highlighting the state as a must-visit location for the year ahead.

How astrologer dad shaped Vaishnavi's cricket dream

How astrologer dad shaped Vaishnavi's cricket dream

Rediff.com9 Jan 2026

Long before Vaishnavi Sharma picked up a cricket ball, she says her future as a cricketer was known to her astrologer father, Narendra Sharma.

'Bihar bride for Rs 20,000' remark lands U'khand minister's husband in row

'Bihar bride for Rs 20,000' remark lands U'khand minister's husband in row

Rediff.com3 Jan 2026

Girdhari Lal Sahu, husband of Uttarakhand minister Rekha Arya, has caused a controversy after allegedly saying that girls from Bihar are available for marriage at a low price. The statement has drawn criticism from the opposition Congress and the Bihar State Women Commission.

MoD Signs 4,666 Cr Contracts For Carbines, Torpedoes

MoD Signs 4,666 Cr Contracts For Carbines, Torpedoes

Rediff.com31 Dec 2025

During the financial year 2025-2026, the defence ministry has signed a total of 182,492 crore capital acquisition contracts, highlighting the government's push to modernise the armed forces and promote indigenous defence production.

Injuries, isolation and Bumrah's advice fuel Shreyanka arc

Injuries, isolation and Bumrah's advice fuel Shreyanka arc

Rediff.com7 Jan 2026

Speaking to select media ahead of the Women's Premier League, Shreyanka spoke at length about dealing with back-to-back injuries.

EC tells SC it has power to conduct SIR of electoral rolls

EC tells SC it has power to conduct SIR of electoral rolls

Rediff.com6 Jan 2026

The Election Commission (EC) defended its power to revise electoral rolls and ensure no foreigners are registered as voters before the Supreme Court. The EC argued it has a constitutional duty to maintain the purity of electoral rolls and exclude those not eligible to vote.

84-ball 190: Suryavanshi smashes De Villiers' record!

84-ball 190: Suryavanshi smashes De Villiers' record!

Rediff.com24 Dec 2025

Vaibhav Suryavanshi, aged 14 years and 272 days, shattered former South African cricketer AB de Villiers' record for the fastest 150 in men's List A cricket.

SIR row: Centre gives Y-plus security to Bengal CEO after threat

SIR row: Centre gives Y-plus security to Bengal CEO after threat

Rediff.com28 Dec 2025

The central government has provided armed security to West Bengal's Chief Electoral Officer following potential threats related to the ongoing Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls.

Bengal: 32 lakh 'unmapped' voters queue up as SIR hearings begin

Bengal: 32 lakh 'unmapped' voters queue up as SIR hearings begin

Rediff.com28 Dec 2025

Hearings under the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls were underway in West Bengal, focusing on 'unmapped' voters who are unable to establish linkage with the 2002 electoral roll. Many people are being asked to prove their citizenship.

Healthcare IPOs See A Surge In 2025

Healthcare IPOs See A Surge In 2025

Rediff.com8 Jan 2026

The surge has come alongside a decline in average issue sizes and more muted listing-day returns compared with last year.

'Maoists Will Be Extinct In 2 Months'

'Maoists Will Be Extinct In 2 Months'

Rediff.com9 Jan 2026

'From every point of view, they have faced an extremely difficult couple of years, and the setback they have suffered is irreversible.' 'This reality has begun to set in even amongst the top-level cadres. That is why, in recent times, we have witnessed a huge number of senior-level cadres emerging from the jungle and deciding to renounce violence and join the mainstream.'

PM Internship Scheme Tweaks Ahead

PM Internship Scheme Tweaks Ahead

Rediff.com2 Jan 2026

The 12-month programme is expected to offer shorter internship duration in the third phase of the pilot in certain sectors such as services.

Hungry IPOs Carve A Heft Slice Of Mutual Funds

Hungry IPOs Carve A Heft Slice Of Mutual Funds

Rediff.com22 Dec 2025

In November, six primary market issuances accounted for more than 13,000 crore of net equity investments by MFs.

Would wholeheartedly embrace India captaincy: Jemimah

Would wholeheartedly embrace India captaincy: Jemimah

Rediff.com6 Jan 2026

Leading a side gets the best out of me: Delhi Capitals skipper Jemimah

'That's how greats grow': Pathan on Gill's rise

'That's how greats grow': Pathan on Gill's rise

Rediff.com1 Jan 2026

Pathan felt the same learning curve now applies to Gill, who has rapidly risen through the ranks and embraced leadership roles across formats.

TMC's Derek O'Brien moves SC alleging irregularities in Bengal SIR

TMC's Derek O'Brien moves SC alleging irregularities in Bengal SIR

Rediff.com6 Jan 2026

The application claimed that since the inception of the SIR process in the state, the EC has issued instructions to officers at the ground level through "informal and extra-statutory channels", such as WhatsApp messages and oral directions conveyed during video conferences, instead of issuing formal written instructions.

World Record! Bhutan's Yeshey rewrites T20 history

World Record! Bhutan's Yeshey rewrites T20 history

Rediff.com29 Dec 2025

Bhutan's left-arm spinner Sonam Yeshey became the first bowler to pick up an eight-wicket haul in T20 cricket

Independent Director Exits Hit Multi-Year High

Independent Director Exits Hit Multi-Year High

Rediff.com2 Jan 2026

Less than 12 per cent of the exits were from companies with Rs 10,000 crore in market capitalisation or above.

Golden Globes 2026: Meet The Winners!

Golden Globes 2026: Meet The Winners!

Rediff.com12 Jan 2026

Just who are the big winners of the 83rd edition of Golden Globes awards?

What If Lal Bahadur Shastri Had Not Died In 1966

What If Lal Bahadur Shastri Had Not Died In 1966

Rediff.com9 Jan 2026

He chose what was best for India, not for himself. Few can deny that when god took Shastri away so soon, they did India an injustice, points out Harishchandra.

Usman Khawaja Batted For Integrity On And Off The Field

Usman Khawaja Batted For Integrity On And Off The Field

Rediff.com3 Jan 2026

'In choosing to be fully himself, even when it was uncomfortable, Usman Khawaja expanded the meaning of representation and conscience in Australian sport,' notes Asif Ullah Khan.

Usman Khawaja confirms Test retirement after Ashes

Usman Khawaja confirms Test retirement after Ashes

Rediff.com2 Jan 2026

Usman Khawaja said he hoped his long Test career, which will come to an end with his retirement after the fifth Ashes clash, inspires youngsters who are "different" that playing cricket for Australia is possible.

'Salman Is Superhuman'

'Salman Is Superhuman'

Rediff.com24 Dec 2025

'The stamina and junoon you see in him, for acting, singing, dancing, working out, just about everything, makes age just a number as far as Salman Khan is concerned.'

UK boxer Anthony Joshua injured in Nigeria car crash

UK boxer Anthony Joshua injured in Nigeria car crash

Rediff.com30 Dec 2025

It confirmed that Joshua had been taken to a hospital for checks and treatment. He was stable and would remain under observation, it added.

2025's Top 10 Female Performances

2025's Top 10 Female Performances

Rediff.com23 Dec 2025

In 2025, the top actresses remained absent, the ones who could have commanded strong roles. In any case, great roles for women are not even written in mainstream cinema, but when they get a role worth working for, they did their best.

Hitting 160kmph or a wicket... Lee reveals what pleased him most

Hitting 160kmph or a wicket... Lee reveals what pleased him most

Rediff.com28 Dec 2025

Touching 160kmph means more to me than any wicket I''ve taken: New Australian Hall of Famer Lee

Relief for Delhiites as air improves, GRAP-3 curbs lifted

Relief for Delhiites as air improves, GRAP-3 curbs lifted

Rediff.com3 Jan 2026

The Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) has revoked restrictions imposed under GRAP 3 in Delhi-NCR following improvements in air quality. Non-essential construction and demolition activities are now allowed to restart, and restrictions on vehicles have been lifted.

OTT Films: 2025's Top 10 Female Performances

OTT Films: 2025's Top 10 Female Performances

Rediff.com29 Dec 2025

Talented actresses are still struggling to get challenging parts, but the advantage of OTT is that age or star status are not insurmountable hurdles.