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Starting from scratch again, confident in myself: Shaw

Starting from scratch again, confident in myself: Shaw

Rediff.com20 Aug 2025

Prithvi Shaw, once hailed as the next Sachin Tendulkar, is making a determined comeback in Indian cricket, focusing on the basics and leaving behind past setbacks and distractions.

Chiranjeevi's Top 10 Movies

Chiranjeevi's Top 10 Movies

Rediff.com22 Aug 2025

Arjun Menon celebrates his 70th birthday on August 22 by looking at his most memorable films.

MP police trainees asked to recite Ramcharitmanas every night

MP police trainees asked to recite Ramcharitmanas every night

Rediff.com24 Jul 2025

A nine-month basic training course for newly recruited constables has commenced at eight police training schools in the state, starting on Wednesday, July 23.

Veteran Actor Sarath Babu Passes Away

Veteran Actor Sarath Babu Passes Away

Rediff.com22 May 2023

He was undergoing treatment and the end came in the afternoon following multiple organ failure, sources said.

'Shyambabu Was Like A University'

'Shyambabu Was Like A University'

Rediff.com28 Dec 2024

'Being in his company was learning at every moment.'

Patients to benefit from GST cut, but pharma firms may face margin pressure

Patients to benefit from GST cut, but pharma firms may face margin pressure

Rediff.com12 Sep 2025

The rationalisation of goods and services tax (GST), announced on Wednesday, directly lowers the cost of everyday medical consumables, and also high-end therapies in oncology and rare diseases, helping reduce out-of-pocket patient expenditure and better adherence to medication.

Manufacturing pushes industrial output growth to 4-month high

Manufacturing pushes industrial output growth to 4-month high

Rediff.com28 Aug 2025

India's industrial production growth accelerated to a 4-month high of 3.5 per cent in July this year due to good performance of manufacturing sector, according to official data released on Thursday. The country's industrial output earlier recorded this level of growth at 3.9 per cent in March 2025.

'Shyambabu Made You Work Hard But...'

'Shyambabu Made You Work Hard But...'

Rediff.com7 Jan 2025

'Each of us will have a beautiful story to tell about him because he went beyond work and touched our lives. That's a rarity in this industry.'

UP shocker: Man operates on self after watching YouTube videos

UP shocker: Man operates on self after watching YouTube videos

Rediff.com21 Mar 2025

Raja Babu, a resident of Sunrakh village, had cut and stitched his own abdomen on Tuesday using surgical blades, stitch cords, and needles purchased from the market. When his condition worsened on Wednesday, his nephew, Rahul, rushed him to the Vrindavan Joint District Hospital.

'Ganpati Isn't Just A Festival; It's An Emotion'

'Ganpati Isn't Just A Festival; It's An Emotion'

Rediff.com28 Aug 2025

'As the sweet fragrance of modak fills the air, we fold our hands and bow down to the God of wisdom.'

The struggles of Team India's 'Super Fan' Ram Babu

The struggles of Team India's 'Super Fan' Ram Babu

Rediff.com13 Oct 2023

Ram Babu is a Mahendra Singh Dhoni fan, whose presence does not go unnoticed at the venues where Indian team competes.

Chirag-Satwik cruise into Round 2 of Macau Open

Chirag-Satwik cruise into Round 2 of Macau Open

Rediff.com29 Jul 2025

Chirag Shetty and Satwiksairaj Rankireddy stormed into the men's doubles second round of the Macau Open Super 300 with a straight-game win over Malaysia's Low Hang Yee and Ng Eng Cheong.

'I Learnt So Much From Shyambabu'

'I Learnt So Much From Shyambabu'

Rediff.com25 Dec 2024

'I have never met anyone so knowledgeable and with so much conviction, so much humility about everything he knew.'

As buyers await price cut in GST rejig, automakers report dip in dispatches

As buyers await price cut in GST rejig, automakers report dip in dispatches

Rediff.com1 Sep 2025

Leading automakers Maruti Suzuki, Hyundai, Mahindra, and Tata Motors saw a dip in dispatches to dealers in August amid dip in demand with many prospective buyers postponing their buys anticipating a reduction in vehicle prices on account of the new GST framework. The country's largest carmaker Maruti Suzuki India reported an 8 per cent year-on-year dip in dispatches of passenger vehicles in the domestic market last month.

Akshay Kumar To Sue Paresh Rawal: Report

Akshay Kumar To Sue Paresh Rawal: Report

Rediff.com20 May 2025

Akshay Kumar is suing Paresh Rawal for Rs 25 crore after he decided not to act in Hera Pheri 3.

States Seek Centre's Help To Deal With Trump's Tariffs

States Seek Centre's Help To Deal With Trump's Tariffs

Rediff.com2 Sep 2025

State governments have requested the Centre for export incentives, lifting of import duty in the case of cotton for the textile sector and GST exemptions.

J-K flashflood: Hope fades for missing as rescue ops enter Day 3

J-K flashflood: Hope fades for missing as rescue ops enter Day 3

Rediff.com16 Aug 2025

Rescue operations continue in Kishtwar, J&K, following a devastating cloudburst. Anxious relatives cling to fading hope as the search for the missing enters its third day.

Macau Open: Lakshya, Ayush, Tharun sail into Round 2

Macau Open: Lakshya, Ayush, Tharun sail into Round 2

Rediff.com30 Jul 2025

Indian shuttlers Lakshya Sen, Ayush Shetty, and Tharun Mannepalli progressed to the second round of the men's singles competition at the Macau Open Super 300 badminton tournament after registering fine wins on Wednesday.

Tearful Mahesh Babu At Father Krishna's Funeral

Tearful Mahesh Babu At Father Krishna's Funeral

Rediff.com17 Nov 2022

Superstar Krishna passed into the ages on November 15, sending the Telugu film industry in a state of mourning.

Ram Charan Attends Akhil-Zainab's Reception

Ram Charan Attends Akhil-Zainab's Reception

Rediff.com9 Jun 2025

After Nagarjuna's younger son Akhil Akkineni wed Zainab Ravdjee on June 6, a grand reception was held on June 8 at the family-owned Annapurna Studios in Hyderabad.

Plenty at stake as Duleep Trophy revives traditional format

Plenty at stake as Duleep Trophy revives traditional format

Rediff.com27 Aug 2025

The fringe and aspiring bunch will look to own the elevated Duleep Trophy stage as the red-ball competition returns to its traditional zonal format and marks the start of India's domestic cricket season.

Merely having Aadhaar, voter ID doesn't make one Indian citizen: HC

Merely having Aadhaar, voter ID doesn't make one Indian citizen: HC

Rediff.com12 Aug 2025

The Bombay High Court ruled that possessing documents like Aadhaar, PAN, or voter ID does not automatically grant Indian citizenship, emphasizing the importance of the Citizenship Act of 1955.

Why Modi Prefers Babus At RBI Helm

Why Modi Prefers Babus At RBI Helm

Rediff.com20 Dec 2024

Perhaps because the Modi government had some differences of opinion with two of the economist governors (one of whom was appointed by the Manmohan Singh government), there is a view that its political leadership prefers a civil servant to head the RBI, notes A K Bhattacharya.

'Despite Massive Success, We Know So Little About Him'

'Despite Massive Success, We Know So Little About Him'

Rediff.com18 Aug 2025

'If you watch songs like Acha Ji Main Haari Chalo Maan Jao Na, Lag Ja Gale or Jhumka Gira Re, you'll notice they're not just a distraction. There's a story unfolding within them.'

How Don Got Its Breathless Pace

How Don Got Its Breathless Pace

Rediff.com22 Jul 2025

'While shooting the Don song, Chandra Barot ordered 30-40 paans and insisted Amitabh Bachchan eat them all.'

Mahesh Babu Takes A Break!

Mahesh Babu Takes A Break!

Rediff.com28 Dec 2022

It's the holiday season and the stars are making the most of it!

Odisha girl set afire by 3 dies after fortnight-long battle for life

Odisha girl set afire by 3 dies after fortnight-long battle for life

Rediff.com3 Aug 2025

A 15-year-old girl in Odisha, India, has died after allegedly being set on fire by unidentified assailants. The incident has sparked outrage and prompted investigations by local authorities.

Odisha student death: CM announces ex gratia, Oppn calls bandh

Odisha student death: CM announces ex gratia, Oppn calls bandh

Rediff.com15 Jul 2025

Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi on Tuesday announced ex gratia of Rs 20 lakh for the family of the college student who died by setting herself on fire over alleged inaction on her sexual harassment complaint.

Varun Tej-Lavanyaa Expecting First Child

Varun Tej-Lavanyaa Expecting First Child

Rediff.com6 May 2025

Varun Tej and Lavanya wed in Italy in November 2023.

Zeenat Aman's First Onscreen Kiss

Zeenat Aman's First Onscreen Kiss

Rediff.com20 Jun 2025

Zeenat Aman went down memory lane to share the details of her first onscreen kiss.

UP man enters Pak to marry FB friend, lands in jail

UP man enters Pak to marry FB friend, lands in jail

Rediff.com2 Jan 2025

A young Indian man was arrested in Pakistan after illegally crossing the border to meet a Facebook friend he wanted to marry. However, the woman told police she was not interested in marrying him. The man, Badal Babu, was arrested in the Mandi Bahauddin district of Pakistan's Punjab province on December 28. He had crossed the border to meet his Facebook friend, Sana Rani. Rani, in her statement to police, said she had been friends with Babu for the past two-and-a-half years but was not interested in marrying him. Babu's family has appealed to the Indian government to intervene for his release.

TN Guv Ravi in fresh trouble after asking students to chant 'Jai Shri Ram'

TN Guv Ravi in fresh trouble after asking students to chant 'Jai Shri Ram'

Rediff.com13 Apr 2025

Tamil Nadu Governor R N Ravi has sparked controversy by asking students at a government-aided college in Madurai to chant "Jai Shri Ram". The State Platform for Common School System-Tamil Nadu (SPCSS-TN) has demanded his removal, alleging that he violated his oath of office and secular principles. The group claims Ravi's actions were against the Constitution, which outlines India as a secular country and emphasizes the importance of upholding secular values in education. The incident follows a recent Supreme Court ruling that overruled Ravi's decision to withhold 10 Bills passed by the Tamil Nadu government, highlighting ongoing tensions between the Governor and the state administration.

What You Must Know About The CEC

What You Must Know About The CEC

Rediff.com4 Aug 2025

As an IAS officer in Kerala, Gyanesh Kumar -- who the Congress described as Amit Shah's 'right hand man' -- had a good working equation with the state's Congress and Left leaders.

Shortcuts Won't Build Industrial Capability

Shortcuts Won't Build Industrial Capability

Rediff.com28 Jul 2025

Any industrial policy is only as good as how it is applied and the other reforms that support it. This was as true 40 years ago as it is now, points out Debashis Basu.

TN rape case: All 9 accused found guilty, to spend life in jail

TN rape case: All 9 accused found guilty, to spend life in jail

Rediff.com13 May 2025

Six years after it came to light, all nine men arrested in the sensational Pollachi sexual assault and extortion case were convicted and sentenced to "life imprisonment till death" by a Mahila Court here on Tuesday.

Gross office space leasing soars 5% in Q2 of 2025: Cushman & Wakefield

Gross office space leasing soars 5% in Q2 of 2025: Cushman & Wakefield

Rediff.com8 Jul 2025

Fuelled by the global capability centre (GCC) boom, gross leasing of office space across top eight cities soared 5 per cent to touch 21.4 million square feet (msf) in the second quarter of calendar year 2025, according to Cushman & Wakefield's Q2 India Office Market report.

Is Lakshmi Manchu Among The Traitors?

Is Lakshmi Manchu Among The Traitors?

Rediff.com3 Jun 2025

Lakshmi Manchu, actress, producer and television presenter, will be among the contestants on Karan Johar's upcoming reality show, The Traitors.

Prez Murmu visits Odisha harassment victim at AIIMS; principal held

Prez Murmu visits Odisha harassment victim at AIIMS; principal held

Rediff.com15 Jul 2025

The principal of a college in Odisha was arrested after a student set herself ablaze following alleged sexual harassment. The incident has sparked protests and political tensions in the state.

Meet Mahesh Babu's Pretty Co-Star From Guntur Kaaram

Meet Mahesh Babu's Pretty Co-Star From Guntur Kaaram

Rediff.com14 Dec 2023

The super-stylish Meenaakshi Chaudhary has Vijay's Thalapathy 68, Mahesh Babu's Guntur Kaaram and Dulquer Salmaan's Lucky Baskhar in her kitty.

Kannappa Review: Superstar Cameos Can't Save The Film

Kannappa Review: Superstar Cameos Can't Save The Film

Rediff.com27 Jun 2025

Kannappa is a bloated mess of a film that underutilises interesting story ideas, observes Arjun Menon.