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Electoral rolls can't remain static, need to be revised: SC

Electoral rolls can't remain static, need to be revised: SC

Rediff.com13 Aug 2025

"There is bound to be revision," the top court said, "otherwise, how will the poll panel delete the names of those who are dead, migrated or shifted to other constituencies?"

First Look: Inside Kartavya Bhavan, the new seat of govt

First Look: Inside Kartavya Bhavan, the new seat of govt

Rediff.com6 Aug 2025

Construction of all ten buildings of the Common Central Secretariat (CCS) is slated for completion in the next 22 months. Several ministries currently housed in Shastri Bhavan, Krishi Bhavan, Nirman Bhavan, and Udyog Bhavan will begin relocating to four new locations. The first building, Kartavya Bhavan, will be inaugurated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

Massive cloudburst kills 46 in Kishtwar, many trapped

Massive cloudburst kills 46 in Kishtwar, many trapped

Rediff.com14 Aug 2025

As night fell over Chositi village, rescuers worked frantically and pulled out 167 people from under mounds of rubble. Of these, 38 are in a serious condition, officials said. The death toll went up steadily as the day progressed and there were fears it could rise further.

Assault on Col: SC rejects Punjab cops plea against CBI probe; says...

Assault on Col: SC rejects Punjab cops plea against CBI probe; says...

Rediff.com5 Aug 2025

The Supreme Court criticized the Punjab police for assaulting a Colonel over a parking dispute, highlighting the Army's service at the border and ordering a CBI probe.

ITR Filing: Your Essential Document Checklist

ITR Filing: Your Essential Document Checklist

Rediff.com22 Jul 2025

Organise your PAN, Form 16, Form 26AS, AIS, and all other proofs before e-filing.

EC to publish Bihar draft electoral rolls on Friday amid exclusion fears

EC to publish Bihar draft electoral rolls on Friday amid exclusion fears

Rediff.com1 Aug 2025

The Election Commission will publish the draft electoral rolls for Bihar assembly polls, triggering a period for claims and objections amid fears of voter exclusion.

Are Rohingyas refugees or illegal entrants, asks SC

Are Rohingyas refugees or illegal entrants, asks SC

Rediff.com31 Jul 2025

The Supreme Court of India is set to determine whether Rohingya individuals in the country are to be considered refugees or illegal entrants, a crucial decision that will impact their rights and potential deportation.

Why BJP Wants JMM To Contest Bihar Polls

Why BJP Wants JMM To Contest Bihar Polls

Rediff.com28 Jul 2025

'It is good for us if the JMM contests. That will divide the Opposition and give us the upper hand.'

Time To Tackle The Digital Fraud Surge

Time To Tackle The Digital Fraud Surge

Rediff.com14 Aug 2025

We propose an expert group be set up to form a national strategy on digital fraud. This group would bring together skills in financial regulation, security economics, cyber defence, and public communications, and an understanding of the Indian financial and security systems. It should lay the foundations of a coordinated approach by the Indian State in fighting digital fraud, suggest Ajay Shah and Nandkumar Saravade.

'Things Have Improved In Kashmir'

'Things Have Improved In Kashmir'

Rediff.com19 Aug 2025

'Often people outside paint a wrong picture of us of Kashmiris. We are not like that. We are cool and bindaas,' said the lady, a teacher, caressing my cheeks in the pressing crowds.

Real Madrid survive Dortmund scare; Dembele wins it for PSG

Real Madrid survive Dortmund scare; Dembele wins it for PSG

Rediff.com6 Jul 2025

Images from the Club World Cup quarter-finals between Paris St Germain-Bayern Munich and Real Madrid-Dortmund.

J-K cloudburst: 60 dead, 69 missing, over 100 hurt

J-K cloudburst: 60 dead, 69 missing, over 100 hurt

Rediff.com15 Aug 2025

Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah briefed Prime Minister Narendra Modi on a devastating cloudburst in Kishtwar district that claimed 60 lives and injured over 100. Abdullah expressed condolences and assured assistance, while also questioning potential administrative lapses.

De Minaur wins Washington Open in epic comeback!

De Minaur wins Washington Open in epic comeback!

Rediff.com28 Jul 2025

Alex De Minaur rallied from a set down and saved three match points to claim the Washington Open title after beating Alejandro Davidovich Fokina in the final of the ATP 500 event.

The Courage Of A Soldier's Wife

The Courage Of A Soldier's Wife

Rediff.com11 Jul 2025

'Please don't worry about casualties. It is a professional hazard beyond our control,' wrote Kargil Hero Major Padmapani Acharya in his last letter from the battlefield.

Women's Euro '25 PIX: Norway, Finland make winning start

Women's Euro '25 PIX: Norway, Finland make winning start

Rediff.com3 Jul 2025

Images from the UEFA Women's Euro 2025 Group A action in Switzerland on Wednesday.

Spend Wisely On A Credit Card!

Spend Wisely On A Credit Card!

Rediff.com10 Jul 2024

'Lack of self-control over spending leads to a credit card debt trap.' 'People think they have money and spend using a credit card, but when it's time to pay, they realise they don't have the money.'

Lord's Test heading for a draw? Not everyone agrees...

Lord's Test heading for a draw? Not everyone agrees...

Rediff.com13 Jul 2025

Dinesh Karthik and ex-England pace bowling stalwart Stuart Broad weighed in on the fate of the third Test at Lord's, with all possible results still on the cards.

Champions Report Card: Varun, Rahul 10/10

Champions Report Card: Varun, Rahul 10/10

Rediff.com10 Mar 2025

How did India's players fare in the Champions Trophy?

Why Tejashwi Threatened To Boycott Bihar Polls

Why Tejashwi Threatened To Boycott Bihar Polls

Rediff.com28 Jul 2025

'Talking about boycotting polls is simply a move to galvanise party leaders, workers, and supporters for the big political fight.'

'Have Modi And Trump Fallen Out?'

'Have Modi And Trump Fallen Out?'

Rediff.com20 Aug 2025

'We should watch -- in the near term -- for signs that the two have totally fallen out at a personal, political level.' 'Trump and Modi know how to be dealmakers, but they also know how to hold a grudge.'

Spain in women's Euros semis with easy win over Swiss

Spain in women's Euros semis with easy win over Swiss

Rediff.com19 Jul 2025

Spain forward Athenea del Castillo came off the bench to open the scoring and Claudia Pina added a superb second as they beat hosts Switzerland 2-0 on Friday to reach the women's Euro semi-finals, where they will face France or Germany.

Bublik wins first claycourt title in Gstaad

Bublik wins first claycourt title in Gstaad

Rediff.com21 Jul 2025

France's Boisson wins first WTA title in Hamburg

Hold me in detention camps if you can: Mamata dares BJP

Hold me in detention camps if you can: Mamata dares BJP

Rediff.com16 Jul 2025

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee criticized the BJP-led central government for allegedly harassing Bengali-speaking people across India, warning of political consequences. She also accused the Centre of influencing the Election Commission and vowed to fight any persecution of Bengalis.

10 Reasons What Friendship Means To Me

10 Reasons What Friendship Means To Me

Rediff.com3 Aug 2025

Throughout my life at every stage God has blessed me with friends and family that have loved me without reason, declares A Ganesh Nadar on Friendship Day.

Germany edge France on penalties to enter Euro semis

Germany edge France on penalties to enter Euro semis

Rediff.com20 Jul 2025

Soccer Football - Images from the women's Euro 2025 quarter-final between France and Germany at St. Jakob-Park, Basel, Switzerland, on Saturday.

PIX: 'Salute! Rishabh Pant, you fighter'

PIX: 'Salute! Rishabh Pant, you fighter'

Rediff.com24 Jul 2025

"Just Rishabh being Rishabh": Pant's grit wins hearts as he returns to bat in Manchester Test

Durand Cup: Real Kashmir edge TRAU FC; Bagan drub BSF

Durand Cup: Real Kashmir edge TRAU FC; Bagan drub BSF

Rediff.com4 Aug 2025

A stunning long-range strike from midfielder Rohen Singh proved to be the difference as Real Kashmir FC edged a spirited TRAU FC 2-1 in a Group F contest of the Durand Cup in Imphal on Monday.

Affordable Bank Cover: But Is It Enough?

Affordable Bank Cover: But Is It Enough?

Rediff.com11 Jul 2025

Banks offer a wide range of group insurance plans -- personal accident, health, hospital cash, home insurance, credit protection, and critical illness.

CBI Arrests Lady Who Vanished Into Thin Air!

CBI Arrests Lady Who Vanished Into Thin Air!

Rediff.com17 Jul 2025

The CBI has arrested Mani M. Sekhar in a Rs 8 crore bank fraud case from Indore after a nearly two-decade manhunt.

Braving trauma, Kolkata rape survivor student appears for exams

Braving trauma, Kolkata rape survivor student appears for exams

Rediff.com17 Jul 2025

A senior official from the state's higher education department said all necessary arrangements had been made to ensure that she could "write her papers feeling safe and secure".

CBI takes over probe into Army officer assault case, registers 2 FIRs

CBI takes over probe into Army officer assault case, registers 2 FIRs

Rediff.com25 Jul 2025

The CBI has taken over the investigation into the alleged assault of a colonel by Punjab Police personnel, registering two separate FIRs. The incident allegedly occurred at a roadside dhaba in Patiala.

India's top IT cos wrap up Q1 with single-digit topline growth

India's top IT cos wrap up Q1 with single-digit topline growth

Rediff.com28 Jul 2025

India's top IT services firms delivered single-digit revenue growth in April-June, capping off a mixed, somewhat-sobering quarter as macroeconomic instability and geopolitical tensions weighed on global tech demand and delayed client decisionmaking. Management commentary painted a mixed picture, caution prevailed, yet industry CEOs also emphasised cost optimisation, vendor consolidation, and opportunities in AI makeovers.

The Hundred keen to feed off IPL's 'phenomenal growth'

The Hundred keen to feed off IPL's 'phenomenal growth'

Rediff.com31 Jul 2025

The Hundred looking to feed off IPL's "phenomenal growth" after drawing Indian investment

UP woman accuses husband of anti-national acts, files police complaint

UP woman accuses husband of anti-national acts, files police complaint

Rediff.com27 Jun 2025

She also claimed to have found several forged documents in his possession, including an Aadhaar card, a passport, and educational certificates bearing his name, the police said.

After regretting support, Chirag Paswan now backs Nitish for CM

After regretting support, Chirag Paswan now backs Nitish for CM

Rediff.com29 Jul 2025

Union Minister Chirag Paswan predicts Nitish Kumar will be Bihar CM again after elections, criticizes opposition for targeting the Army and questioning Operation Sindoor.

Sizzling Swiatek storms into maiden Wimbledon final

Sizzling Swiatek storms into maiden Wimbledon final

Rediff.com11 Jul 2025

The 35th-ranked Bencic did not do a lot wrong but was broken twice in the first set and three times in the second as a sizzling Swiatek brought her A-game to what turned into a one-sided contest.

Flash floods devastate Uttarkashi village; 4 killed, houses buried

Flash floods devastate Uttarkashi village; 4 killed, houses buried

Rediff.com5 Aug 2025

A cloudburst in the high altitude villages of Dharali in Uttarkashi district of Uttarakhand led to flash floods, causing damage to houses and sweeping away structures. Several people are feared buried under debris.

Fear grips Bengali migrants amid Gurugram police crackdown

Fear grips Bengali migrants amid Gurugram police crackdown

Rediff.com24 Jul 2025

Bengali-speaking residents of Gurugram express fear of being targeted during a police drive to identify illegal immigrants. Authorities deny targeting specific groups, stating the drive follows central guidelines.

'Levelling series would be great achievement'

'Levelling series would be great achievement'

Rediff.com30 Jul 2025

India skipper Shubman Gill on Wednesday said that levelling the five-match Test series in England would be a "great achievement" and he would return from his first assignment as captain a lot wiser.

Opposition coach saves irate Messi from seeing red

Opposition coach saves irate Messi from seeing red

Rediff.com16 May 2025

'I just tried to move him out of the way, because for him to get a red card at the end of the game would have been ridiculous.'