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Wedding.con Review: Eye-Opener!

Wedding.con Review: Eye-Opener!

Rediff.com29 Dec 2023

Wedding.con is a watchable show, if only to caution people about the latest scams, notes Deepa Gahlot.

MP HC asks Centre to reduce women's consent age to 16

MP HC asks Centre to reduce women's consent age to 16

Rediff.com1 Jul 2023

The court said boys and girls get attracted to each other owing to early puberty, which is ultimately "resulting in consensual physical relationships", read the order.

Sonia Gandhi to take final call on Karnataka CM on Wednesday

Sonia Gandhi to take final call on Karnataka CM on Wednesday

Rediff.com17 May 2023

Party sources said United Progressive Allinace chairperson Sonia Gandhi is likely to reach Delhi on Wednesday from Himachal Pradesh and is expected to meet some leaders who are part of the decision-making process in Karnataka.

Jolt to Goa TMC as state chief quits, blames Prashant Kishor for poll rout

Jolt to Goa TMC as state chief quits, blames Prashant Kishor for poll rout

Rediff.com27 Apr 2022

The resignation of Kandolkar and two other leaders, who had contested on the TMC symbol, came as another setback for the Mamata Banerjee-led party which is struggling to retain its flock in Goa since the poll debacle.

Shehar Lakhot Review: Boring!

Shehar Lakhot Review: Boring!

Rediff.com30 Nov 2023

Plenty happens over the show -- riots, nefarious schemes, betrayal and multiple murders -- which should have made for a riveting watch but everything evokes déjà vu and worse, sighs Deepa Gahlot.

Killer Soup Review: Manoj, Konkona Are Star Ingredients, But...

Killer Soup Review: Manoj, Konkona Are Star Ingredients, But...

Rediff.com11 Jan 2024

Killer Soup's plots grow too convoluted and the strain of keeping the momentum going shows when its shrewd and surreal visuals lose steam, observes Sukanya Verma.

How To Heal From Toxic Relationships

How To Heal From Toxic Relationships

Rediff.com8 Dec 2023

When things don't materialise the way toxic people want them to, they may try different ways to control you.

Cyber Scams: How To Stay Protected

Cyber Scams: How To Stay Protected

Rediff.com17 Feb 2023

Don't recharge your phone at public outlets -- carry a power bank instead. Avoid clicking on links sent by 'friends'. If you get into an online sexual encounter with a stranger and get blackmailed, refuse to pay up.

Why Deepfakes Are A MENACE

Why Deepfakes Are A MENACE

Rediff.com7 Dec 2023

'With free software on the Internet and apps, creating a deepfake video can take 3 to 5 minutes. Anyone can make these videos.'

Tunisha was depressed as she found Sheezan cheating on her: Uncle

Tunisha was depressed as she found Sheezan cheating on her: Uncle

Rediff.com25 Dec 2022

"Even after being in a relationship with Tunisha and living together, Sheezan used to keep in touch with many girls. This left Tunisha stressed and in depression," he said.

CID to investigate Udupi college washroom filming case

CID to investigate Udupi college washroom filming case

Rediff.com7 Aug 2023

Udupi superintendent of police Hakay Akshay Machhindra too confirmed that the case has been handed over to the CID.

Can Praveen Sood Get CBI The Public's Trust?

Can Praveen Sood Get CBI The Public's Trust?

Rediff.com25 May 2023

He takes over the CBI in challenging times. The perception is that the agency is reduced to being an instrument of blackmail and intimidation by successive governments.

Bombay HC dismisses bookie Anil Jaisinghani's plea against arrest

Bombay HC dismisses bookie Anil Jaisinghani's plea against arrest

Rediff.com3 Apr 2023

The Bombay high court on Monday dismissed a petition filed by suspected bookie Anil Jaisinghani challenging his "illegal" arrest in a case of alleged attempt to blackmail and bribe Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis's wife Amruta Fadnavis.

'Govt Has Fooled Manoj Jarange Patil'

'Govt Has Fooled Manoj Jarange Patil'

Rediff.com2 Feb 2024

'The BJP, already falling short of a strong OBC leader from Maharashtra, will be more than happy to welcome Chhagan Bhujbal in its fold.'

Djokovic likely to skip Aus Open over vaccine mandate

Djokovic likely to skip Aus Open over vaccine mandate

Rediff.com29 Nov 2021

Novak Djokovic has so far declined to disclose whether he is vaccinated and his father told Serbia's TV Prva that governing body Tennis Australia's stance on players being vaccinated was tantamount to "blackmail".

Benzema pulls the curtains on duty for Les Bleus

Benzema pulls the curtains on duty for Les Bleus

Rediff.com19 Dec 2022

Benzema enjoyed a stellar campaign with Real Madrid last season, scoring 44 goals in 46 games in all competitions as he inspired them to a La Liga and Champions League double.

Bombay HC stays investigation against Indiabulls Housing

Bombay HC stays investigation against Indiabulls Housing

Rediff.com29 Apr 2021

In its order, the court cast serious doubts on the bonafides of the complainant - Ashutosh Kamble, a shareholder of the company.

Producer-actor Vijay Babu not to be arrested in rape case on arrival, says HC

Producer-actor Vijay Babu not to be arrested in rape case on arrival, says HC

Rediff.com31 May 2022

The court directed the Centre and the state government to communicate its order to the respective departments and listed the matter for hearing on June 2.

Court sends designer Jaisinghani to jail in Amruta Fadnavis threat case

Court sends designer Jaisinghani to jail in Amruta Fadnavis threat case

Rediff.com24 Mar 2023

The police produced Aniksha before sessions court judge D D Almale at the end of her previous remand.

B Raman on Pakistan's blackmail

B Raman on Pakistan's blackmail

Rediff.com25 Oct 2010

The Pakistan army's present confidence -- that the US will not act against it for its inaction against Al Qaeda -- will encourage more acts of terrorism against the US.

Aaftab will kill me, Shraddha told Maha police in 2020, but withdrew complaint

Aaftab will kill me, Shraddha told Maha police in 2020, but withdrew complaint

Rediff.com23 Nov 2022

Call centre employee Shraddha Walkar had two years ago complained to the police in Maharashtra that her live-in partner Aaftab Poonawala, who is accused of brutally murdering her, tried to kill her and she feared he would cut her into pieces and throw her away, an official said in Mumbai on Wednesday.

10 Youth Shows You Must Watch On OTT

10 Youth Shows You Must Watch On OTT

Rediff.com5 Dec 2023

As the Indian version of The Archies gets ready to hit OTT, Deepa Gahlot picks 10 interesting college-and-youth-oriented shows on OTT.

Alon denies blackmailing Warne

Alon denies blackmailing Warne

Rediff.com12 Aug 2003

'My wife doesn't message or call me. What to do?'

'My wife doesn't message or call me. What to do?'

Rediff.com24 Aug 2023

rediffGURU Anu Krishna, a mental health coach and NLP practitioner, offers expert advice on how to take charge of your life.

Need to forget differences, Kejriwal told Rahul at Opposition meet

Need to forget differences, Kejriwal told Rahul at Opposition meet

Rediff.com24 Jun 2023

"Arvind Kejriwal spoke directly to Rahul Gandhi (on the ordinance matter) and said if there is any issue, they can resolve it over tea. In the opposition meeting on Friday, Kejriwal said there is a need to forget the differences and move forward together," a party source said.

Big blow for France! Benzema out of World Cup with injury

Big blow for France! Benzema out of World Cup with injury

Rediff.com20 Nov 2022

France striker Karim Benzema has been ruled out of the World Cup in Qatar after suffering an injury in training.

Planning For Digital Loan? Read This

Planning For Digital Loan? Read This

Rediff.com18 Oct 2022

Borrowers should be careful if the app promises too-quick disbursal, and doesn't provide adequate information on the terms of the loan, such as interest rate, repayment schedule, etc.

Putin not joking about nuclear attack, warns Biden

Putin not joking about nuclear attack, warns Biden

Rediff.com7 Oct 2022

United States President Joe Biden spoke of nuclear 'Armageddon' in a warning about the escalation in Russia's war in Ukraine during a speech on Thursday.

Resentment in Karnataka BJP after Yediyurappa inducts new ministers

Resentment in Karnataka BJP after Yediyurappa inducts new ministers

Rediff.com13 Jan 2021

The ruling party legislators have expressed serious reservations about MLCs not elected by the people being made ministers, lack of representation to certain regions, with most ministers still from Bengaluru and Belagavi districts and also on their 'seniority or sacrifice' not being considered.

Is this why Germany crashed out of World Cup?

Is this why Germany crashed out of World Cup?

Rediff.com5 Dec 2022

Teams focused on World Cup, not politics, had easier passage to last 16, says Arsene Wenger

If Taliban moves towards India, air strike is ready: Yogi

If Taliban moves towards India, air strike is ready: Yogi

Rediff.com1 Nov 2021

Today, Pakistan and Afghanistan are feeling disturbed because of the Taliban, Yogi said.

'We have sex once a month. Help!'

'We have sex once a month. Help!'

Rediff.com28 Sep 2023

rediffGURU Kanchan Rai, relationships expert, mind coach and founder of Let Us Talk Foundation, urges you to talk about your problems so you can seek solutions and also transform your life.

Designer's ultimate aim was to fix Devendra Fadnavis, police tells court

Designer's ultimate aim was to fix Devendra Fadnavis, police tells court

Rediff.com17 Mar 2023

Anishka was arrested on Thursday, while her father, also an accused in the case, was still at large. The Malabar Hill police station had registered an FIR on February 20 on Amruta Fadnavis's complaint.

Is Biden Using Trudeau To Get Back At Modi?

Is Biden Using Trudeau To Get Back At Modi?

Rediff.com25 Sep 2023

Once the Canadian investigation runs its course, Ottawa may put on the public domain further accusations passing for "evidence" -- and that could happen at some point closer to our general election. All in all, the big question is, what is it that the US is really up to, asks Ambassador M K Bhadrakumar.

Nalini 'threatened' to end her life

Nalini 'threatened' to end her life

Rediff.com14 Nov 2022

Her lawyer alleged torture by jail officials and urged the authorities and Tamil Nadu chief minister to transfer Nalini to another prison anticipating a threat to her life.

Any alliance with Cong 'very difficult' until...: AAP after Oppn unity meet

Any alliance with Cong 'very difficult' until...: AAP after Oppn unity meet

Rediff.com23 Jun 2023

At the meeting, many parties urged the Congress to publicly denounce the ordinance but the Congress refused to do so, claimed AAP, adding that the grand old party's "silence raises suspicions about its real intentions".

Actress assault: Survivor moves HC alleging plan to derail probe

Actress assault: Survivor moves HC alleging plan to derail probe

Rediff.com24 May 2022

The survivor, in her plea, also raised serious allegations against the trial court saying the presiding officer has some "vested interest to save the culprits".

'I am termed as a bad guy'

'I am termed as a bad guy'

Rediff.com6 Mar 2023

''The reason I have kept quiet is because all this tamasha will somewhere be read by my small children.'

Gujarat BJP suspends OBC cell member over sextortion bid

Gujarat BJP suspends OBC cell member over sextortion bid

Rediff.com13 Feb 2023

The Gujarat Anti-Terrorist Squad has arrested five persons for allegedly hatching a conspiracy to extort Rs 8 crore from a retired Indian Police Service officer by preparing and circulating a false affidavit to claim he had raped a woman, an official said on Monday.

Now, a virus that blackmails!

Now, a virus that blackmails!

Rediff.com16 Mar 2006

Call it Internet imitating real life. A hostage situation is now arising in the cyberspace in the form of a Trojan that holds up your files for a cool $300. You pay up the money to get your files back! \n\n