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Modi Celebrates Raksha Bandhan With Gen Alpha

Modi Celebrates Raksha Bandhan With Gen Alpha

Rediff.com8 hours ago

Prime Minister Narendra Modi celebrated Raksha Bandhan with school children in New Delhi on Friday, sharing warm interactions marked by high-fives, blessings, and smiles.

Nepal Disaster Leaves Ruin In Its Wake

Nepal Disaster Leaves Ruin In Its Wake

Rediff.com1 days ago

Scenes from the aftermath of Nepal's devastating flash flood, August 27, 2026. Drone images reveal mud-covered towns while Nepalese army rescue teams race to save stranded residents after the Bhotekoshi river outburst.

Varanasi, Guwahati, Patna, Reasi Reel Under Floods

Varanasi, Guwahati, Patna, Reasi Reel Under Floods

Rediff.com6 days ago

Heavy monsoon rains have triggered flooding across Varanasi, Guwahati, Patna, and Reasi, disrupting daily life and prompting rescue operations.

Nepal Disaster Sparks Crisis In Bihar

Nepal Disaster Sparks Crisis In Bihar

Rediff.com9 hours ago

Nepal's devastating flash floods have created a worrisome flood situation in Bihar.

Uttarakhand Rains Swell Rivers, Flood Streets

Uttarakhand Rains Swell Rivers, Flood Streets

Rediff.com19 Aug 2026

Glimpses of swollen rivers, submerged ghats and waterlogged neighbourhoods after relentless monsoon rains lashed Uttarakhand on August 18, 2026.

Why Are Tibetans Protesting?

Why Are Tibetans Protesting?

Rediff.com7 days ago

Tibetan communities across New Delhi, Kolkata and Shimla marked the 49th day since activist Lobsang Palden, also known as Lobga Rangza, immolated himself outside the United Nations headquarters in New York on July 2, 2026, with prayer services and protests.

What's General Dhiraj Seth Doing In Nepal?

What's General Dhiraj Seth Doing In Nepal?

Rediff.com17 Aug 2026

The visit aims to further strengthen the close defence cooperation and military-to-military ties between India and Nepal.

What Are Our Leaders Up To?

What Are Our Leaders Up To?

Rediff.com20 Aug 2026

Glimpses of our leaders at work on Wednesday: From photography and policy meetings to honours for veterans and high-level consultations.

Heavy Rains Create Havoc In New Delhi

Heavy Rains Create Havoc In New Delhi

Rediff.com4 days ago

Heavy rains lashed Delhi, triggering waterlogging and traffic disruptions across several parts of the national capital.

Hey, Isn't that Sergio Gor In A Shikara!

Hey, Isn't that Sergio Gor In A Shikara!

Rediff.com20 Aug 2026

US Ambassador Sergio Gor's Dal Lake shikara ride and remarks on J&K signal a warmer US approach towards the Union Territory.

Nepal Floods: Survival And Rescue

Nepal Floods: Survival And Rescue

Rediff.com1 days ago

Flash floods in Trishuli, Nuwakot district, Nepal, left homes buried in mud, survivors stranded, and rescue teams working tirelessly to recover victims. Drone views reveal the scale of devastation, with damaged houses, debris, and sacred sites submerged. Rescue teams, security forces, and government officials mobilized swiftly, while survivors await relief amid blocked roads and destroyed property.

Lord Shiva Submerged By The Ganga

Lord Shiva Submerged By The Ganga

Rediff.com7 Aug 2026

Heavy monsoon rains have caused the Ganga at Rishikesh and the Alakhnanda-Mandakini rivers in Rudraprayag to swell dangerously.

Nepal Honours General Dhiraj Seth

Nepal Honours General Dhiraj Seth

Rediff.com18 Aug 2026

General Dhiraj Seth, Chief of the Army Staff, who is on an official visit to Nepal, was conferred the honorary rank of General of the Nepali Army by Nepalese President Ram Chandra Paudel at an investiture ceremony in Kathmandu on Monday, August 17.

Has India Found Its Answer To Its No. 3 Riddle?

Has India Found Its Answer To Its No. 3 Riddle?

Rediff.com4 days ago

It is not easy to score two consecutive Test centuries unless one knows how to play the good ball on its merit and punish the bad ball to full effect.

Blind Students Create Rakhis

Blind Students Create Rakhis

Rediff.com2 days ago

Blind students at The Blind Relief Association in New Delhi showcased their creativity by making colorful rakhis ahead of Raksha Bandhan.

StonePelting, Tear Gas, Arrests Mark Bihar Bandh

StonePelting, Tear Gas, Arrests Mark Bihar Bandh

Rediff.com25 Jul 2026

Violent clashes erupted across Bihar during the statewide Bihar Bandh called by leftwing student organisations over the NEET paper leak. In Patna and Aurangabad, police lathi-charged youths, fired tear gas, and detained protesters after stonepelting incidents.

Gujarat Rain Fury: Cities Under Water

Gujarat Rain Fury: Cities Under Water

Rediff.com24 Jul 2026

Relentless monsoon rains have submerged roads, homes and public spaces across various cities of Gujarat bringing normal life to a standstill.

Thousands Mourn J&K Policeman Slain By Terrorists

Thousands Mourn J&K Policeman Slain By Terrorists

Rediff.com23 Jul 2026

Thousands gather in Budgam to bid an emotional farewell to policeman Ashiq Hussain, killed in a militant attack in Anantnag.

Protestors Erupt In Joy After Pradhan Quits

Protestors Erupt In Joy After Pradhan Quits

Rediff.com25 Jul 2026

From Freedom Park in Bengaluru to Jantar Mantar in New Delhi, demonstrators waved flags, pulled barricades and chanted slogans demanding accountability for examination irregularities.

Surat Faces Flooded Roads

Surat Faces Flooded Roads

Rediff.com1 Aug 2026

Continuous heavy rainfall lashed Surat, leaving streets waterlogged and disrupting daily life.

Badminton World Championships: Treesa-Gayatri Storm Into Quarter-finals

Badminton World Championships: Treesa-Gayatri Storm Into Quarter-finals

Rediff.com20 Aug 2026

Indian women's doubles pair Treesa Jolly and Gayatri Gopichand have reached the quarterfinals of the World Championships, putting them one step closer to securing a medal.

Sugar Prices May Ease Soon

Sugar Prices May Ease Soon

Rediff.com3 days ago

Prices had started to ease following the government's decision to allow duty-free imports of 1 mt of raw sugar and would weaken further over the next 7 to 10 days.

'Every medal you win brings immense joy to the country'

'Every medal you win brings immense joy to the country'

Rediff.com3 Aug 2026

Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya felicitated the Indian weightlifting team for their strong performance at the Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, where they secured one gold, six silver, and one bronze medal.

Nepal Floods: Bihar On Alert

Nepal Floods: Bihar On Alert

Rediff.com1 days ago

'The threat of a flash flood is real.'

Assam's Sivasagar Reels Under Flood Fury

Assam's Sivasagar Reels Under Flood Fury

Rediff.com23 Jul 2026

The flood situation in Assam remained critical, with 41 people killed so far and over 6.50 lakh reeling under the deluge across 11 districts.

Police Use Brutal Force Against CJP Protestors

Police Use Brutal Force Against CJP Protestors

Rediff.com20 Jul 2026

Glimpses from the police action against the Cockroach Janta party' march to Parliament on Monday.

Will Modi Appeal To Sonam Wangchuk To End His Fast?

Will Modi Appeal To Sonam Wangchuk To End His Fast?

Rediff.com15 Jul 2026

As Sonam Wangchuk's indefinite hunger strike entered the 17th day, concerns over the famed environmentalist and educationist's rapidly deteriorating health intensified, prompting appeals from political leaders, celebrities and social media urging him to end his fast.

390 Foot Tiranga Unfurled In Leh

390 Foot Tiranga Unfurled In Leh

Rediff.com2 Aug 2026

At Umling La in Leh, Ladakh, the world's highest motorable road witnessed the unfurling of a 390 footlong Tiranga as part of Mission Tricolour.

France win men's singles, mixed doubles gold at Badminton World Championships

France win men's singles, mixed doubles gold at Badminton World Championships

Rediff.com5 days ago

French badminton players Thom Gicquel and Delphine Delrue, in mixed doubles, and Alex Lanier, in men's singles, have made history by becoming the country's first world champions in the sport. Gicquel and Delrue defeated the world No. 1 Chinese pair, while Lanier dominated his Japanese opponent in their respective finals.

The Taj's Hidden Story Is India's Wealth

The Taj's Hidden Story Is India's Wealth

Rediff.com2 days ago

In many ways, 17th century India occupied a position in the global economy comparable to that of the United States today. Just as millions of people now look towards America because of its economic opportunities, merchants, adventurers and trading companies once looked towards India.

Tight security at Jantar Mantar ahead of 'Reservation Hatao' protest

Tight security at Jantar Mantar ahead of 'Reservation Hatao' protest

Rediff.com7 days ago

The New Delhi police has heightened security at Jantar Mantar in New Delhi to prevent an anti-reservation protest.

Vijay's Fans Celebrate Jana Nayagan With Biryani Party

Vijay's Fans Celebrate Jana Nayagan With Biryani Party

Rediff.com24 Jul 2026

Vijay's Jana Nayagan releases in theatres, and fans just can't keep calm!

Rahul Gandhi's Politics Of The Street Wins New Fans

Rahul Gandhi's Politics Of The Street Wins New Fans

Rediff.com4 days ago

Rahul Gandhi's aggressive street politics is giving him a fresh political edge, but overplaying his role could hurt his credibility with the wider opposition, predicts M R Narayan Swamy.

Bird strike on overhead wires disrupts Mumbai Harbour Line trains

Bird strike on overhead wires disrupts Mumbai Harbour Line trains

Rediff.com2 days ago

Suburban train services on Mumbai's Harbour line were briefly disrupted at Kharghar station after a bird got stuck in a train's pantograph, causing overhead equipment to trip. The incident led to minor delays and panic among commuters before services resumed quickly.

NTA gets two new directors amid reforms following NEET fiasco

NTA gets two new directors amid reforms following NEET fiasco

Rediff.com6 hours ago

The Centre has appointed two directors and a joint director to the National Testing Agency (NTA) amidst ongoing reforms and scrutiny over issues like the NEET paper leak. These appointments are part of a broader overhaul of the NTA's examination system.

'We don't want any untoward thing': SC on Asaram's health bail plea

'We don't want any untoward thing': SC on Asaram's health bail plea

Rediff.com17 Jul 2026

The Supreme Court has asked the Rajasthan government for an update on the health of self-styled godman Asaram, who is seeking interim bail on medical grounds. The court expressed concern about his well-being, stating "We don't want any untoward thing to happen." Asaram's counsel claims he is a high-risk patient, while the Solicitor General noted he was recently seen walking in Ayodhya and Kashi Vishwanath. The apex court is hearing his plea challenging the Rajasthan High Court's decision to uphold his conviction and life sentence for the rape of a minor.

SC overturns NGT order against Art Of Living on Yamuna floodplains

SC overturns NGT order against Art Of Living on Yamuna floodplains

Rediff.com5 days ago

The Supreme Court has overturned a 2017 National Green Tribunal (NGT) order that held Sri Sri Ravi Shankar's Art of Living Foundation responsible for environmental damage to the Yamuna floodplains. The court directed the Delhi Development Authority (DDA) to refund the Rs 5 crore environmental compensation deposited by the foundation and continue the floodplains' rehabilitation work.

Sonam Wangchuk Shows No Signs Of Ending Fast

Sonam Wangchuk Shows No Signs Of Ending Fast

Rediff.com17 Jul 2026

Several Opposition leaders, including the Congress' Pawan Khera, showed solidarity with activist Sonam Wangchuk's indefinite fast at Jantar Mantar which has entered twentieth, demanding Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation over alleged NEET examination irregularities.

Missing daughter of Rohit Pawar's PA found dead in Baramati village

Missing daughter of Rohit Pawar's PA found dead in Baramati village

Rediff.com5 days ago

The 12-year-old daughter of NCP (SP) MLA Rohit Pawar's personal assistant was found dead under suspicious circumstances in Baramati, Maharashtra. Police have launched an investigation, examining all possible angles, after the girl went missing following an argument with her mother.

AC coach horror: Rat bites passenger's nose on Himachal-Indore Express

AC coach horror: Rat bites passenger's nose on Himachal-Indore Express

Rediff.com4 days ago

A passenger travelling in an AC coach of the Una Himachal-Indore Express was allegedly bitten on the nose by a rat, leading to a complaint on X. Railway officials confirmed the incident, stating that first aid was provided and anti-rodent measures had been taken before departure.