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OpenAI's Tomoro buy triggers sharp decline in Tech stocks; Nifty IT hit 3-year low

OpenAI's Tomoro buy triggers sharp decline in Tech stocks; Nifty IT hit 3-year low

Rediff.com2 days ago

Indian IT stocks experienced a significant downturn following OpenAI's acquisition of consulting firm Tomoro, intensifying fears that global AI companies are encroaching on traditional IT service models through end-to-end consulting and implementation services.

Accused In Road Rage Murder Shot After Attacking Cop

Accused In Road Rage Murder Shot After Attacking Cop

Rediff.com4 days ago

A man wanted for allegedly killing a minor boy in a road rage incident was shot in the leg by police after he attacked a constable with a knife in a bid to escape in Gujarat's Surat city.

Centre extends CBI chief's tenure by a year amid Rahul Gandhi's dissent

Centre extends CBI chief's tenure by a year amid Rahul Gandhi's dissent

Rediff.com1 days ago

The Centre has extended the tenure of CBI chief Praveen Sood by one year, marking his second extension in office. The decision follows a meeting of the selection committee headed by Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

WFI Stops Under-17 Wrestler With Conflicting Birth Certificates

WFI Stops Under-17 Wrestler With Conflicting Birth Certificates

Rediff.com28 Apr 2026

The Wrestling Federation of India (WFI) barred an under-17 wrestler from the National Championships after her father presented two different birth certificates, highlighting concerns about document verification.

WFI Stops Under-17 Wrestler With Discrepant Birth Certificates

WFI Stops Under-17 Wrestler With Discrepant Birth Certificates

Rediff.com28 Apr 2026

The Wrestling Federation of India (WFI) barred an under-17 wrestler from the National Championships after her father presented two different birth certificates, highlighting issues in document verification.

IPL 2026: Sooryavanshi mania peaks as England greats make 'burnt out' remark

IPL 2026: Sooryavanshi mania peaks as England greats make 'burnt out' remark

Rediff.com7 May 2026

Former England cricketers Michael Vaughan, Phil Tufnell, Alastair Cook and David Lloyd jokingly claimed Sooryavanshi could be "burnt out by 21" after being left amazed by his explosive performances.

'Our 8-Month-Old Daughter Has Not Started Crawling'

'Our 8-Month-Old Daughter Has Not Started Crawling'

Rediff.com4 days ago

rediffGURU Dr Deepa Suvarna, a pediatrician with 25 years of experience, answers health-related questions from parents and helps you make informed decisions for your child.

Newlywed Woman Found Dead In Delhi, Husband Sought

Newlywed Woman Found Dead In Delhi, Husband Sought

Rediff.com3 days ago

A 28-year-old newlywed woman was discovered dead in a bed box in Delhi's Nabi Karim area, with her husband missing and suspected of dowry harassment, prompting a police investigation.

Teenager Dies After Stabbing In Thane; Friend Detained

Teenager Dies After Stabbing In Thane; Friend Detained

Rediff.com7 days ago

A teenager was fatally stabbed, and another was seriously injured in Thane after an altercation with a friend, who has been detained by police.

From Vicky Donor to Andhadhun: 10 Best Ayushmann Khurrana Movies, Ranked

From Vicky Donor to Andhadhun: 10 Best Ayushmann Khurrana Movies, Ranked

Rediff.com3 days ago

Ayushmann Khurrana, known for consistently breaking conventions with his choice of roles and projects since his 2012 debut in 'Vicky Donor', is gearing up for his new release 'Pati Patni Aur Woh Do'. Ahead of its release, a list ranks his top 10 standout films, highlighting his unique contributions to Indian cinema.

Why V D Satheesan Will Be A Good Kerala Chief Minister

Why V D Satheesan Will Be A Good Kerala Chief Minister

Rediff.com9 hours ago

Senior Congress leader Thiruvanchoor Radhakrishnan expressed confidence in V D Satheesan's ability to lead Kerala as Chief Minister, citing his vision, competence, and strength. Other Congress leaders have also expressed their views on the new CM.

Why Pakistan Regrets Missing The FIH Pro League

Why Pakistan Regrets Missing The FIH Pro League

Rediff.com5 May 2026

Pakistan's newly-appointed hockey team head coach, Manzur ul Hassan, believes the nation erred by not participating in the FIH Pro League's inaugural edition in 2019, depriving players of crucial experience against top-tier opponents.

Engineering Student Killed In Hyderabad 'Honour Killing'

Engineering Student Killed In Hyderabad 'Honour Killing'

Rediff.com7 days ago

A 22-year-old engineering student was murdered in Hyderabad, allegedly by relatives of a woman he was in a relationship with, who disapproved of the affair.

Thane Court Acquits Man In Kidnapping, Rape Case

Thane Court Acquits Man In Kidnapping, Rape Case

Rediff.com4 May 2026

A Thane court acquitted a 27-year-old man in a kidnapping and rape case, citing the victim's adult status and voluntary accompaniment. The court emphasised the victim's capacity to make her own decisions, leading to the acquittal.

10 Hindi Films That Explored Mature Romances

10 Hindi Films That Explored Mature Romances

Rediff.com7 May 2026

Ahead of Daadi Ki Shaadi's release, here's looking at Bollywood's history of mature romances, from classics like Aandhi to modern hits like Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahani, which showed that love needs no retirement age.

Great Mothers Who Shaped Famous Indians

Great Mothers Who Shaped Famous Indians

Rediff.com5 days ago

Who were the mothers who shaped Mahatma Gandhi, Sachin Tendulkar, Narendra Modi and other well-known Indians?

Three Children Drown In Dwarka Golf Course Pond

Three Children Drown In Dwarka Golf Course Pond

Rediff.com30 Apr 2026

Three children, aged between eight and 10 years, drowned in a pond at a golf course in Dwarka's Sector 24 area on Thursday morning. Police are investigating the circumstances surrounding the incident and working to identify the children and their families.

Man Dragged On Car Bonnet For 2 Km After Argument

Man Dragged On Car Bonnet For 2 Km After Argument

Rediff.com3 May 2026

A middle-aged man was dragged on a car bonnet for approximately 2 km in Meerpet, Hyderabad, following a dispute over a U-turn signal. The incident occurred after an argument between the man's son, who was driving a two-wheeler, and the car driver, who then drove off with the man clinging to the bonnet.

Mamata Banerjee Shares Poem 'Brave' After Election Loss

Mamata Banerjee Shares Poem 'Brave' After Election Loss

Rediff.com3 days ago

Trinamool Congress leader Mamata Banerjee shared a poem titled 'Brave' after her party's defeat in the West Bengal Assembly polls. The poem invokes courage, dignity, and inner strength, serving as a message to the TMC cadre.

Former F1 driver and Paralympic champ Alex Zanardi passes away

Former F1 driver and Paralympic champ Alex Zanardi passes away

Rediff.com2 May 2026

Former Formula One driver Alex Zanardi, who lost both legs in a racing crash and went on to win Paralympic gold medals, has died at the age of 59.

Satheesan Consults Antony, Sudheeran After Being Named Kerala CM

Satheesan Consults Antony, Sudheeran After Being Named Kerala CM

Rediff.com1 days ago

Newly appointed Kerala CM V D Satheesan seeks guidance from senior Congress leaders A K Antony and V M Sudheeran, receiving advice on navigating the challenges of leadership and addressing the state's financial and developmental issues.

Man Held For Allegedly Killing Wife In Haryana

Man Held For Allegedly Killing Wife In Haryana

Rediff.com5 May 2026

A man has been arrested in Yamunanagar, Haryana, for allegedly strangling his wife to death following a domestic dispute. The accused was apprehended after wandering for two days with his children and allegedly planning to commit suicide.

Unidentified Body Discovered At Delhi Construction Site: Police Investigate

Unidentified Body Discovered At Delhi Construction Site: Police Investigate

Rediff.com7 May 2026

Police in Delhi are investigating after a decomposed body was found buried at an under-construction building in Shahdara. The circumstances suggest a possible murder, and authorities are working to identify the victim and determine the cause of death.

Three IPL captains on the brink of losing their jobs

Three IPL captains on the brink of losing their jobs

Rediff.com1 days ago

Several IPL captains are under pressure after their teams' disappointing performances this season. Axar Patel, Ajinkya Rahane, and Rishabh Pant face uncertainty as their franchises evaluate leadership roles and team strategies for future seasons.

Are You Ready For Shekhar Suman 2.0?

Are You Ready For Shekhar Suman 2.0?

Rediff.com3 days ago

'Shekhar Tonite will critique the government, but it will not hit out. The show will nudge and point out what can be done better to bring change.'

Maradona had bipolar disorder, court hears in death trial

Maradona had bipolar disorder, court hears in death trial

Rediff.com1 May 2026

A psychologist testifies in Diego Maradona's death trial, stating the football legend had bipolar disorder and required strict alcohol abstinence.

Man Held After Daughter Dies In Pune, Son Survives Attack

Man Held After Daughter Dies In Pune, Son Survives Attack

Rediff.com7 days ago

A three-year-old girl died, and her brother survived a strangulation attempt in Pune. Their father, Sagar Sadashiv Shinde, has been arrested in connection with the incident, which stemmed from a dispute with their mother.

Hyderabad Couple Found Dead In Suspected Suicide

Hyderabad Couple Found Dead In Suspected Suicide

Rediff.com2 May 2026

A newly married couple were found dead in their Hyderabad home in a suspected suicide. Police are investigating the circumstances surrounding their deaths.

'Vijay Not Only Had Star Power. He Had Timing'

'Vijay Not Only Had Star Power. He Had Timing'

Rediff.com2 days ago

'Vijay entered politics at a much better age compared to Rajnikanth and Kamal Haasan. His fans are young and he has at least 2-3 decades ahead of him.'

Dhawan drops big take on Rohit, Kohli 2027 World Cup prep

Dhawan drops big take on Rohit, Kohli 2027 World Cup prep

Rediff.com30 Apr 2026

Shikhar Dhawan believes Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli will have enough match practice to be in top form for the 2027 World Cup, despite reduced match frequency.

Modi touches feet of 98-year-old Makhanlal Sarkar in Bengal. Who is he?

Modi touches feet of 98-year-old Makhanlal Sarkar in Bengal. Who is he?

Rediff.com6 days ago

Prime Minister Narendra Modi felicitated senior BJP worker Makhanlal Sarkar at a swearing-in ceremony in West Bengal. Sarkar, 98, is an early grassroots figure associated with the nationalist movement. Suvendu Adhikari took oath as the state's first BJP Chief Minister after defeating Mamata Banerjee.

'I am also a Shabari': Indira Jaising tells SC in Sabarimala hearing

'I am also a Shabari': Indira Jaising tells SC in Sabarimala hearing

Rediff.com29 Apr 2026

The Shabari story in the Ramayana found mention before a nine-judge constitution bench of the Supreme Court on Wednesday while hearing petitions related to discrimination against women at religious places, including the Sabarimala temple in Kerala.

Bollywood's Love Affair With Adultery

Bollywood's Love Affair With Adultery

Rediff.com3 days ago

Explore Bollywood's enduring fascination with infidelity as new films like Pati Patni Aur Woh Do and Hai Jawani Toh Ishq Hona Hai continue a cinematic tradition of depicting adultery through various classic tropes and evolving narratives.

Minor Girls Rescued After Abduction From Beed District

Minor Girls Rescued After Abduction From Beed District

Rediff.com6 May 2026

Police in Maharashtra have rescued two minor girl cousins from Uttar Pradesh, a month after they were abducted from the Beed district. The main accused was apprehended in UP after a coordinated interstate operation.

Four Held Over Shooting At Singer's Event Organiser's House

Four Held Over Shooting At Singer's Event Organiser's House

Rediff.com5 May 2026

Police in Gurugram have arrested four individuals in connection with the shooting at the residence of Saurabh Yadav, event organiser for singer Rahul Fazilpuria. The arrested individuals are accused of providing logistical support to the shooters, who remain at large.

How Satheesan Emerged As Consensus Choice For Kerala CM

How Satheesan Emerged As Consensus Choice For Kerala CM

Rediff.com1 days ago

'He worked over time to become the natural claimant,' a senior UDF leader observed. 'Others had organisational stature, but Satheesan had momentum.' For the Congress, it may signal the beginning of a new leadership template -- one where performance, communication and grassroots credibility increasingly outweigh inherited power structures in deciding who leads the party into its next phase.

Bandar Teaser: Come For Anurag Kashyap, Stay For Bobby Deol

Bandar Teaser: Come For Anurag Kashyap, Stay For Bobby Deol

Rediff.com7 May 2026

With all the talent involved, Bandar does look like it's aiming for something wild and exciting, notes Mayur Sanap.

Man Tries To Set Daughters Ablaze In Beed Over Family Feud

Man Tries To Set Daughters Ablaze In Beed Over Family Feud

Rediff.com5 May 2026

A man in Maharashtra's Beed district allegedly poured diesel over his two minor daughters and attempted to set them ablaze following a family dispute, according to police reports.

Administration Stops Child Marriage In Madhya Pradesh

Administration Stops Child Marriage In Madhya Pradesh

Rediff.com24 Apr 2026

Authorities in Madhya Pradesh's Indore district intervened to stop a marriage between a 13-year-old girl and a 42-year-old man, after discovering a fake marksheet was used to falsely claim the girl was of legal marriageable age.

IPL 2026: Punjab Kings eye big turnaround in Dharamshala

IPL 2026: Punjab Kings eye big turnaround in Dharamshala

Rediff.com7 May 2026

Punjab Kings aims to regain winning momentum as they move to their home base in Dharamshala for a crucial three-match stint, following a loss against Sunrisers Hyderabad