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BNP nears clear victory in Bangladesh polls, set to form govt

BNP nears clear victory in Bangladesh polls, set to form govt

Rediff.com13 Feb 2026

The voting for the 13th parliamentary elections was held along with a referendum on a complex 84-point reform package.

'Pathetic': SC raps Haryana govt for cutting trees for BJP office road

'Pathetic': SC raps Haryana govt for cutting trees for BJP office road

Rediff.com26 Nov 2025

The Supreme Court criticized the Haryana government for uprooting 40 trees to build a road to a BJP office in Karnal, demanding a remedial plan and warning of consequences.

Inside Alexander Zverev's quiet battle with diabetes

Inside Alexander Zverev's quiet battle with diabetes

Rediff.com26 Jan 2026

As he chases Grand Slam success, Alexander Zverev describes the unseen routines and discipline behind playing tennis with type 1 diabetes.

'Bangladesh-Pakistan-China Nexus Is Alarming'

'Bangladesh-Pakistan-China Nexus Is Alarming'

Rediff.com13 Jan 2026

'Should China's interest in the Teesta River projects be approved, it would likely result in heightened Chinese presence near the Siliguri corridor.'

Vada Pav Girl Chandrika Dixit Accuses Husband Of Extra-Marital Affair

Vada Pav Girl Chandrika Dixit Accuses Husband Of Extra-Marital Affair

Rediff.com4 Feb 2026

'There are many photos with her and I am just unable to concentrate on my work.'

Valentine's Day Special: 10 Under-rated Romcoms On OTT

Valentine's Day Special: 10 Under-rated Romcoms On OTT

Rediff.com9 Feb 2026

10 great movie choices for that date night on February 14.

Not drugs or democracy, but...: Kamala, Mamdani slam Trump over Venezuela

Not drugs or democracy, but...: Kamala, Mamdani slam Trump over Venezuela

Rediff.com4 Jan 2026

New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani has voiced his opposition to the capture of Venezuelan President Nicols Maduro by the US military, calling it an 'act of war' and a violation of international law. Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi also criticized the action, citing lack of congressional authorization.

Bangladesh to hold crucial general elections on Thursday

Bangladesh to hold crucial general elections on Thursday

Rediff.com11 Feb 2026

Bangladesh is set to hold parliamentary elections with unprecedented security measures in place, following a period of interim governance and political changes.

'For Them, A Woman Is A Body. Nothing More'

'For Them, A Woman Is A Body. Nothing More'

Rediff.com20 Feb 2026

''Women are coming into public spaces in larger numbers than ever before. They are educated, capable, opinionated, and determined.' 'But the more women push for access to public space, the harder they are pushed back -- through attacks like this, through discrimination, through the glass ceiling, through the deliberate denial of recognition.'

Open Chest Clinics: Govt Tells States, UTs

Open Chest Clinics: Govt Tells States, UTs

Rediff.com13 Nov 2025

The clinics are expected to operate for at least two hours daily, particularly between September and March -- the period when air pollution levels are typically high.

Trump 'cancels' second wave of attacks on Venezuela

Trump 'cancels' second wave of attacks on Venezuela

Rediff.com9 Jan 2026

US President Donald Trump announced on Friday that he has cancelled a previously expected second wave of military attacks on Venezuela, following his military action in Caracas which led to the capture of the South American country's leader Nicolas Maduro and his wife, citing improved cooperation from Caracas and the release of a large number of political prisoners as part of efforts to 'seek peace'.

Nepal PM vows action against those involved in violence

Nepal PM vows action against those involved in violence

Rediff.com14 Sep 2025

Nepal's Prime Minister Sushila Karki has vowed to bring to justice those involved in violence and destruction during recent anti-government protests. She also announced compensation for families of those killed during the protests.

UTI panel on JPC report to suggest action plan

UTI panel on JPC report to suggest action plan

Rediff.com23 Dec 2002

The board of the Unit Trust of India on Monday formed a three-member sub-group to study the Joint Parliamentary Committee's report on UTI and suggest an action plan in about a month's time.

From 35 To 6: NITI Aayog's Tax Trim Plan

From 35 To 6: NITI Aayog's Tax Trim Plan

Rediff.com11 Oct 2025

While the new income tax law replaces the Income Tax Act, 1961 and omits 13 offences, 35 actions and omissions continue to attract criminal liability under 13 provisions.

The Train Action That Inspired Bhagat Singh

The Train Action That Inspired Bhagat Singh

Rediff.com11 Aug 2025

One hundred years ago, a group of 10 revolutionaries carried out an operation that shook the British Empire. Utkarsh Mishra revisits the 'Kakori Conspiracy Case', a turning point in the armed struggle for independence.

Boos, cheers and fireworks mark Milan Olympics opener

Boos, cheers and fireworks mark Milan Olympics opener

Rediff.com7 Feb 2026

The Milano Cortina Winter Olympics commenced with a vibrant opening ceremony, showcasing Italian culture and athletic spirit, while also highlighting global political tensions through crowd reactions and protests.

Iran's supreme leader accepts thousands killed in unrest

Iran's supreme leader accepts thousands killed in unrest

Rediff.com18 Jan 2026

Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei has publicly acknowledged for the first time that thousands of people were killed during recent nationwide protests, marking an unusual admission from the clerical leadership amid a fierce crackdown that has drawn international attention, reports Fox News.

Doval pitches for action plan by SCO against Pak-based terror groups

Doval pitches for action plan by SCO against Pak-based terror groups

Rediff.com24 Jun 2021

National Security Advisor Ajit Doval has pitched for an 'action plan' against Pakistan-based terror groups Lashkar-e-Tayiba and Jaish-e-Mohammed under the framework of eight-nation grouping Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) and called for expeditiously bringing the perpetrators of terror attacks to justice.

29 top Maoists killed since 2019, LWE-hit districts drop to 11: Govt

29 top Maoists killed since 2019, LWE-hit districts drop to 11: Govt

Rediff.com9 Dec 2025

The government informed Lok Sabha that security forces have neutralised 29 top Naxal leaders since 2019, with a significant reduction in affected districts.

What Will Xi Jinping Do Next With All That Power?

What Will Xi Jinping Do Next With All That Power?

Rediff.com11 Feb 2026

'For the first time in a hundred years, the army has been taken out of the political equation. And for the first time ever, there is only one man who calls the shots. Not even Mao had this kind of power.'

'Wars Of Today Are Sudden, Unpredictable'

'Wars Of Today Are Sudden, Unpredictable'

Rediff.com17 Sep 2025

'It can be two months, a year, or even five years. We need to be prepared.'

ONGC moots action plan to protect oil fields

ONGC moots action plan to protect oil fields

Rediff.com13 Aug 2008

In wake of the recent subversive activities in the country, ONGC -- under the leadership of Chairman R S Sharma -- reviewed the security aspects of the company, including those in its offshore operations at a high level meeting held at New Delhi on Tuesday.

How Ikkis Reimagines The War Hero

How Ikkis Reimagines The War Hero

Rediff.com11 Feb 2026

How Ikkis Reimagines The War Hero

Delhi choked by worst AQI of the year, strict curbs kick in

Delhi choked by worst AQI of the year, strict curbs kick in

Rediff.com13 Dec 2025

A thick layer of toxic smog enveloped the national capital on Saturday as air quality deteriorated sharply, prompting the Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) to invoke the strictest curbs under Stage IV of the Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP) across Delhi-NCR.

Maduro illegitimate, we won't mourn end of his regime: UK

Maduro illegitimate, we won't mourn end of his regime: UK

Rediff.com4 Jan 2026

The UK has called for a safe and peaceful transition of power in Venezuela following a US operation that resulted in the capture of President Nicolas Maduro. Prime Minister Keir Starmer reiterated support for international law and said the UK government will discuss the situation with US counterparts.

Industry drafts 100-day action plan for government

Industry drafts 100-day action plan for government

Rediff.com29 May 2009

Industry bodies Confederation of Indian Industry and Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce and Industry have asked for cut in interest rates to spur the sagging economy while presenting 100-day action plans to the government on Friday. Faced with high borrowing rates and demand slowdown,industry chambers have presented separate 100-day action plans to the government asking for steps to restore the economy back on high growth trajectory.

Did Sinners Deserve 16 Oscar Nominations?

Did Sinners Deserve 16 Oscar Nominations?

Rediff.com23 Jan 2026

Having grossed nearly $370 worldwide, Sinners filled up Warner Bros coffers when many of the studio's key 2025 films lost money, and deserves its many Oscar nominations.

Trump briefed on military options in Iran: Report

Trump briefed on military options in Iran: Report

Rediff.com11 Jan 2026

According to a report in the New York Times, United States President Donald Trump has been briefed in recent days on a range of military options targeting Iran.

Shreyas Iyer's injury worry clouds India's SA ODI plans

Shreyas Iyer's injury worry clouds India's SA ODI plans

Rediff.com25 Oct 2025

India's new ODI vice-captain Shreyas Iyer might be forced to remain out of action for minimum three weeks

Akhand America?: Trump's new US map has Venezuela, Greenland, Canada

Akhand America?: Trump's new US map has Venezuela, Greenland, Canada

Rediff.com20 Jan 2026

In another post, Trump is seen hoisting a US flag in Greenland, with a milepost that reads, "Greenland US Territory Est 2026".

ED seeks CBI probe against Mamata after raid disruption

ED seeks CBI probe against Mamata after raid disruption

Rediff.com9 Jan 2026

The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has approached the Calcutta High Court, seeking a CBI investigation into the role of West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee, senior police officials and others for allegedly obstructing its raids in Kolkata against political consultancy firm I-PAC and its director in connection with an alleged coal scam.

Aus Open PIX: Alcaraz, Sabalenka, Zverev move into quarters

Aus Open PIX: Alcaraz, Sabalenka, Zverev move into quarters

Rediff.com25 Jan 2026

IMAGES from all the action on Day 8 of the Australian Open in Melbourne on Sunday.

Govt-Oppn tussle flares up in Lok Sabha; 8 MPs suspended

Govt-Oppn tussle flares up in Lok Sabha; 8 MPs suspended

Rediff.com3 Feb 2026

The House has been witnessing uproar after Rahul Gandhi was disallowed to cite an article based on excerpts from an unpublished 'memoir' of former Army chief General M M Naravane (retd).

Why Budget 2026 Deserves 8.5/10

Why Budget 2026 Deserves 8.5/10

Rediff.com2 Feb 2026

This is the first Budget in my memory of Budgets over the last half a century which has embraced upfront, enthusiastically and emphatically, technology, modernity and fiscal sobriety, notes Shreekant Sambrani.

Burning eyes, headaches: How Delhi-NCR is reacting to toxic air

Burning eyes, headaches: How Delhi-NCR is reacting to toxic air

Rediff.com25 Oct 2025

A recent survey reveals that a significant number of households in Delhi-NCR are experiencing health problems due to the worsening air quality, with residents reporting symptoms like sore throat, cough, and burning eyes.

Graded action plan enforced in Delhi to combat air pollution

Graded action plan enforced in Delhi to combat air pollution

Rediff.com17 Oct 2017

Measures under the GRAP's 'very poor' and 'severe' categories came into effect on Tuesday.

Tariffs cut, $30tn market: India, US unveil interim trade pact

Tariffs cut, $30tn market: India, US unveil interim trade pact

Rediff.com8 Feb 2026

The agreement addresses non-tariff barriers and promotes increased trade in technology products and cooperation between the two countries.

Direct schools not to hold sports events: SC to CAQM

Direct schools not to hold sports events: SC to CAQM

Rediff.com19 Nov 2025

The Supreme Court on Wednesday asked the Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) to consider directing schools in Delhi-NCR to postpone open air sports competitions planned in November and December to 'safer months' keeping in mind air pollution levels.

Punjab Kesari Tells AAP Govt: 'We Won't Be Cowed Down'

Punjab Kesari Tells AAP Govt: 'We Won't Be Cowed Down'

Rediff.com22 Jan 2026

'If you want to force the press into blacking out the Opposition's views or colour the news to your own liking, we will not do so.' 'We stand by freedom of expression. It is our Constitutional right. We stand by our Constitutional right.'

US ATTACKS VENEZUELA, CAPTURES PRESIDENT MADURO

US ATTACKS VENEZUELA, CAPTURES PRESIDENT MADURO

Rediff.com3 Jan 2026

President of the United States Donald Trump on Saturday confirmed that the US had carried out a large strike against Venezuela during which the incumbent President Nicolas Maduro and his wife were captured and taken out of the country.