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Kabaddi's captain cool Anup Kumar retires

Kabaddi's captain cool Anup Kumar retires

Rediff.com20 Dec 2018

The iconic player concluded a historic 15-year career, where he has led several teams to victory and grown the sport in the country.

Parking Row Turns Deadly: Delhi Trader Shot Dead By Tenant

Parking Row Turns Deadly: Delhi Trader Shot Dead By Tenant

Rediff.com20 Apr 2026

A 34-year-old cloth trader was fatally shot by his tenant in Delhi's Preet Vihar following a dispute over parking. Police have arrested the accused and are investigating the involvement of his associates.

BJP Candidate List 2026 West Bengal: Full Seat-Wise List of 144 Candidates

BJP Candidate List 2026 West Bengal: Full Seat-Wise List of 144 Candidates

Rediff.com17 Mar 2026

In a strategic move for the upcoming West Bengal elections, the BJP has announced its first candidate list, highlighted by Suvendu Adhikari challenging Mamata Banerjee in both Nandigram and Bhabanipur.

Alia Bhatt, Yami Gautam, Preity Zinta To Star in OTT Films

Alia Bhatt, Yami Gautam, Preity Zinta To Star in OTT Films

Rediff.com20 Mar 2026

Amazon Prime Video has many interesting web series and original films on its 2026 slate. A look at the films coming up.

Prashant Kishor withdraws candidate to support BJP rebel

Prashant Kishor withdraws candidate to support BJP rebel

Rediff.com24 Oct 2025

Jan Suraaj Party founder Prashant Kishor on Friday announced his support for rebel Bharatiya Janata Party candidate Anup Kumar Srivastava in Bihar's Gopalganj, alleging that his own nominee Shashi Shekhar Sinha withdrew from the contest under pressure from the saffron party.

Ikkis Screening: Sunny Deol Gets Tearful

Ikkis Screening: Sunny Deol Gets Tearful

Rediff.com30 Dec 2025

Sunny Deol hosted a special screening for Ikkis, his father Dharmendra's last film, on Monday.

Aamir Khan Casts His Vote

Aamir Khan Casts His Vote

Rediff.com15 Jan 2026

Film stars arrived at polling booths in Mumbai to cast their votes in the ongoing Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) elections. The elections are seen as crucial for major cities such as Mumbai, Pune, Nagpur, Thane, Navi Mumbai, Nashik, and Pimpri-Chinchwad.

If someone tries to hit me...: Mamata after I-PAC raids

If someone tries to hit me...: Mamata after I-PAC raids

Rediff.com10 Jan 2026

Turning her guns on the Election Commission, Banerjee alleged that the BJP had "stolen" the mandate in Maharashtra with the poll panel's help and was now attempting to replicate it in Bengal through the ongoing Special Intensive Revision (SIR) exercise by deleting genuine voters' names.

Remembering The Amazing Satish Shah

Remembering The Amazing Satish Shah

Rediff.com28 Oct 2025

Satish Shah passed away into the ages on Saturday, October 25. He was 74. His funeral was held on Sunday. The talented actor's prayer meet was held in Mumbai on October 27, it was attended by friends from the television and film industries.

Mamata storms I-PAC chief's house during ED raid, alleges bid to seize TMC data

Mamata storms I-PAC chief's house during ED raid, alleges bid to seize TMC data

Rediff.com9 Jan 2026

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Thursday dramatically turned up at the residence of Indian Political Action Committee (I-PAC) chief Pratik Jain amid an ongoing Enforcement Directorate raid, alleging that the central agency was attempting to seize the Trinamool Congress's internal documents, hard disks and sensitive data linked to its election strategy.

Anup Pandey retires as EC creating vacancy in three-member panel

Anup Pandey retires as EC creating vacancy in three-member panel

Rediff.com15 Feb 2024

Pandey's retirement comes days before the Election Commission is to announce the schedule for the Lok Sabha polls.

Saare Jahan Se Accha Review: Gripping Thriller

Saare Jahan Se Accha Review: Gripping Thriller

Rediff.com13 Aug 2025

The always dependable Pratik Gandhi finds a match in Sunny Hinduja and they are surrounded by a top notch supporting cast, observes Deepa Gahlot.

'Ekta Decided To Cast Smriti As Tulsi'

'Ekta Decided To Cast Smriti As Tulsi'

Rediff.com1 Jul 2025

'Star didn't think Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi was good enough to come immediately after KBC.' 'Except for Ekta, no one imagined it would become such a hit.'

Modi-led panel to meet next week to pick new poll panel chief

Modi-led panel to meet next week to pick new poll panel chief

Rediff.com14 Feb 2025

A selection committee headed by Prime Minister Narendra Modi will meet early next week to finalise the name of the next chief election commissioner. The panel will recommend a name from among the candidates shortlisted by a search committee. The president will then appoint the next CEC based on the recommendation. The panel comprises the Leader of the Opposition in Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi and a Union Cabinet minister nominated by the prime minister.

Former UP-cadre bureaucrat Anup Chandra Pandey appointed as EC

Former UP-cadre bureaucrat Anup Chandra Pandey appointed as EC

Rediff.com9 Jun 2021

Former Uttar Pradesh-cadre Indian Administrative Service officer Anup Chandra Pandey was appointed as an election commissioner.

Centre forms panel to choose next CEC: Sources

Centre forms panel to choose next CEC: Sources

Rediff.com28 Jan 2025

The government has set up a search committee under Union Law Minister Arjun Ram Meghwal to shortlist names for the appointment of the next chief election commissioner, sources said on Monday, citing an order.

Accused in IndiGo pilot's assault 'totally apologetic'

Accused in IndiGo pilot's assault 'totally apologetic'

Rediff.com17 Jan 2024

A police officer said Kataria was called on Tuesday for questioning to know the sequence of the incident.

SKY's Bhangra Moves!

SKY's Bhangra Moves!

Rediff.com4 Jul 2024

Surya Kumar Yadav showcasing the celebratory spirit with some lively dhol dancing upon arrival.

'Kajol's A Real Foodie Who Loves Sweets'

'Kajol's A Real Foodie Who Loves Sweets'

Rediff.com12 Oct 2024

'Durga Puja is also a time to catch up on the gossip and when the girls of the family get together it's a beautiful feeling that is hard to describe.'

Why did IndiGo passenger hit pilot? Russian model reveals

Why did IndiGo passenger hit pilot? Russian model reveals

Rediff.com16 Jan 2024

'Of course, it's wrong to hit the pilot 100 per cent, I will not agree with that. But why was he blaming passengers in this'

How Durga Puja Brings Kajol, Rani, Sharbani Together

How Durga Puja Brings Kajol, Rani, Sharbani Together

Rediff.com12 Oct 2024

'Kajol has always been very particular about Nysa and Yug coming for the puja every year.'

2 new election commissioners assume charge

2 new election commissioners assume charge

Rediff.com15 Mar 2024

Newly appointed election commissioners Gyanesh Kumar and Sukhbir Singh Sandhu assumed charge on Friday.

Kumbh devotees walk 15 km for bus; thousands stranded at rly station

Kumbh devotees walk 15 km for bus; thousands stranded at rly station

Rediff.com31 Jan 2025

Devotees attending the Maha Kumbh in Prayagraj are facing transportation challenges, with many forced to walk long distances in search of transport. Thousands of pilgrims returning from the event are stranded at Varanasi Cantt and Banaras railway stations, with some missing their trains due to the rush and others stuck because of cancellations. Officials say the traffic situation in the district has returned to normal, but some pilgrims report difficulties in finding transport and reaching their destinations.

Indigo passenger hits pilot after over 10 hour delay

Indigo passenger hits pilot after over 10 hour delay

Rediff.com15 Jan 2024

In the short video clip, other crew members could be seen shouting at the passenger after he hit the pilot.

Govt gives World Cup winning Kabaddi players Rs 10 lakh each

Govt gives World Cup winning Kabaddi players Rs 10 lakh each

Rediff.com3 Nov 2016

Acknowledging their World Cup winning feat, the Sports Ministry on Thursday announced a cash prize of Rs 10 lakh each for the members of the Indian Kabaddi team, led by Anup Kumar. Sports Minister Vijay Goel made the announcement at a felicitation function organised at his residence and also said they will strive to make Kabaddi an Olympic discipline. India had defeated Iran 38-29 in the summit clash to take its third World crown.

'Pandit Shiv Kumar Sharma created magic with the santoor'

'Pandit Shiv Kumar Sharma created magic with the santoor'

Rediff.com10 May 2022

Anup Jalota and Pandit Vishwa Mohan Bhatt pay tribute to the late Pandit Shiv Kumar Sharma.

'Zakirbhai, You Will Be Missed And How'

'Zakirbhai, You Will Be Missed And How'

Rediff.com16 Dec 2024

'When he played his inner light shone so bright! His joy embraced us all... we experienced divinity.'

Asiad: Skater Yama clinches 2 bronze for India

Asiad: Skater Yama clinches 2 bronze for India

Rediff.com26 Nov 2010

Rollersports fetched India a couple of unexpected bronze medals with Anup Kumar Yama bagging one in the men's single free skating before combining with Avani Panchal to finish third in the pairs skating event in Guangzhou on Friday.

Asian Games: India's skaters claim surprise bronze!

Asian Games: India's skaters claim surprise bronze!

Rediff.com2 Oct 2023

India's roller skaters clinched two bronze medals in men's and women's 3000m team relay events at the Asian Games on Monday.

Muslim candidate wins election from Ayodhya's Ram Abhiram Das ward

Muslim candidate wins election from Ayodhya's Ram Abhiram Das ward

Rediff.com13 May 2023

An independent Muslim candidate has secured a surprise victory in a ward in the Hindutva nerve centre of Ayodhya in the civic election results declared on Saturday.

PM-led panel to meet to select new election commissioner on Wednesday

PM-led panel to meet to select new election commissioner on Wednesday

Rediff.com6 Feb 2024

A vacancy will arise in the three-member poll panel when Election Commissioner Anup Chandra Pandey demits office on February 14.

1 cop killed while defusing bombs in Puri

1 cop killed while defusing bombs in Puri

Rediff.com10 Jun 2012

A policeman was killed and four others including two civilians were injured while defusing bombs seized from a village in Odisha's Puri district.

Think you know a lot about Sport? Take this challenge!

Think you know a lot about Sport? Take this challenge!

Rediff.com4 May 2020

Norma Godinho challenges sporting know-it-alls.

Ex-bureaucrat who oversaw Article 370 abrogation picked as new EC

Ex-bureaucrat who oversaw Article 370 abrogation picked as new EC

Rediff.com14 Mar 2024

Addressing reporters at his residence soon after the meeting ended, Chowdhury said six names came up before the panel for the selection of the two ECs and the names of Sandhu and Kumar were finalised by a majority of members of the high-powered panel.

Pipili gangrape case: Odisha govt transfers Puri SP

Pipili gangrape case: Odisha govt transfers Puri SP

Rediff.com24 Jan 2012

Odisha government on Tuesday transferred Puri SP, A N Sinha, under fire from the Opposition and women's organisations for failing to register complaints in connection with the Pipili gangrape case.

Kabaddi: Puneri Paltan appoint Surjeet Singh as skipper

Kabaddi: Puneri Paltan appoint Surjeet Singh as skipper

Rediff.com17 Jul 2019

Singh, a defender, was part of the Paltan in Season 3.

Lakshya needs a younger coach travelling with him, says mentor Vimal

Lakshya needs a younger coach travelling with him, says mentor Vimal

Rediff.com16 Jan 2024

Star Indian shuttler Lakshya Sen will have a new coach after the Paris Olympics, said his mentor and former India coach Vimal Kumar, who has taken over the duties till the Summer Games.

CBI arrests Central Excise Commissioner in Delhi

CBI arrests Central Excise Commissioner in Delhi

Rediff.com13 Jan 2012

The Central Bureau of Investigation on Friday arrested Central Excise Commissioner Anup Kumar Srivastava after a court in New Delhi dismissed his anticipatory bail plea in connection with his alleged role in a graft case.

7 lessons I learned from Super 30's Anand Kumar

7 lessons I learned from Super 30's Anand Kumar

Rediff.com11 Jul 2019

Anup Raaj shares the lessons he learned from his mentor.

'Wipro staff driven to suicide by financial woes'

'Wipro staff driven to suicide by financial woes'

Rediff.com23 Feb 2010

The body of 26-year-old Anup Kumar Agarwal was recovered from railway tracks between Byappanahalli and Krishnarajapuram stations on December 23, a few days after the company discovered the fraud and his alleged role in it.