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St Stephen's releases Christian quota selection list after DU charges

St Stephen's releases Christian quota selection list after DU charges

Rediff.com3 Sep 2024

On Monday, the DU released the list of allocations for Christian candidates in minority colleges, including Jesus and Mary College.

BJP vs BJP over Kerala nuns' arrest in Chhattisgarh

BJP vs BJP over Kerala nuns' arrest in Chhattisgarh

Rediff.com29 Jul 2025

The Kerala BJP has contradicted the Chhattisgarh Chief Minister's justification of the arrest of two Keralite Catholic nuns, stating they were not involved in human trafficking or forced conversion attempts and promising to help them.

Lauren Gottlieb Weds Tobias Jones

Lauren Gottlieb Weds Tobias Jones

Rediff.com20 Jun 2025

Lauren Gottlieb married her longtime boyfriend and content creator Tobias Jones in an intimate ceremony on June 11.

Uniform unites, not religion, says HC; upholds Army officer's sacking

Uniform unites, not religion, says HC; upholds Army officer's sacking

Rediff.com1 Jun 2025

A bench of Justices Navin Chawla and Shalinder Kaur rejected the petition by the Indian Army Lieutenant, who served as a 'Troop Leader' of a squadron, against the termination order passed on March 3, 2021, that dismissed him from the Indian Army without pension and gratuity.

Rematch Review: Flawless

Rematch Review: Flawless

Rediff.com18 Jul 2025

Rematch will be primarily enjoyed by chess lovers, but the series is sprinkled with a massive dose of drama and intrigue to keep everyone hooked through all six episodes, observes Norma Godinho.

Janhvi Channels Her Inner Audrey Hepburn

Janhvi Channels Her Inner Audrey Hepburn

Rediff.com22 May 2025

Janhvi wore a Christian Dior 1957 haute couture black slub silk dress for the press meet.

'F1 looks very much like a two-horse race'

'F1 looks very much like a two-horse race'

Rediff.com30 Jun 2025

Red Bull boss Christian Horner said the 2025 F1 season was turning into a two-horse race between the McLaren drivers after his team had a home Austrian Grand Prix to forget on Sunday.

'They Don't Want To Hear The Word Waqf'

'They Don't Want To Hear The Word Waqf'

Rediff.com15 May 2025

'So, they have taken away the word Waqf from the Bill.' 'It will now be known as the UMEED Act.'

FIR against Sunny Deol, Randeep Hooda for 'Jaat' movie scene

FIR against Sunny Deol, Randeep Hooda for 'Jaat' movie scene

Rediff.com18 Apr 2025

An FIR has been filed against actors Sunny Deol, Randeep Hooda and three others following a complaint that a scene in the movie 'Jaat' has "hurt sentiments" of the Christian community. The complaint filed by a Christian community leader has alleged the movie, which was released on April 10, contains scenes that disrespect Jesus Christ and Christian religious practices.

French Open: Bhambri-Galloway stun seventh seeds Mektic-Venus

French Open: Bhambri-Galloway stun seventh seeds Mektic-Venus

Rediff.com30 May 2025

Yuki Bhambri and his American partner Robert Galloway advanced to the third round of the French Open men's doubles with a thrilling three-set victory over seventh seeds Nikola Mektic and Michael Venus.

Brooches Are Back And Tamannah, Janhvi Love it!

Brooches Are Back And Tamannah, Janhvi Love it!

Rediff.com9 Jun 2025

These accessories can truly elevate an outfit, allowing for personal expression in the era of individuality.

Dhankhar's Exit: Why RSS Won't Rock Modi's Boat

Dhankhar's Exit: Why RSS Won't Rock Modi's Boat

Rediff.com30 Jul 2025

'Modi's charisma may have weakened as last year's Lok Sabha poll results showed but in the eyes of the Sangh Parivar, it has not waned.' 'Minus a strong BJP government at the Centre for another decade and more, there is apprehension that an anti-Hindutva government could reverse many of the ideological gains that the Modi dispensation has achieved through its three terms,' points out N Sathiya Moorthy.

How to Ensure Life Insurance Claims After Tragedy

How to Ensure Life Insurance Claims After Tragedy

Rediff.com17 Jul 2025

If nominees pass away, distribution is governed by succession laws of insured's religion.

That's How Much Diana, Khushi, Nora's Handbags Cost!

That's How Much Diana, Khushi, Nora's Handbags Cost!

Rediff.com10 Jun 2025

Handbags in Bollywood are not just fashion statements; they are status symbols that often come with jaw-dropping price tags.

Sweden, Germany enter women's Euro knock-outs

Sweden, Germany enter women's Euro knock-outs

Rediff.com9 Jul 2025

Germany and Sweden occupy the top two spots in Group C on six points and meet in Zurich on Saturday to decide who will win the group after Sweden's aerial bombardment from the wings proved too much for the Polish defence.

Stage set for next round of Verstappen v Russell clash

Stage set for next round of Verstappen v Russell clash

Rediff.com25 Jun 2025

Present rivalries and past collisions hang over Red Bull's home Austrian Grand Prix as Formula One braces for the next round of Max Verstappen v George Russell and more title-chasing drama at McLaren.

Red Bull Warned FIA Of 'Ploy' To Corner Verstappen!

Red Bull Warned FIA Of 'Ploy' To Corner Verstappen!

Rediff.com16 Jun 2025

Red Bull spoke to Formula One's governing body FIA before the Canadian Grand Prix to warn them that Max Verstappen's rivals might try and lure the Dutch driver into a one-race ban, according to team boss Christian Horner.

Women's Euros PIX: Germany, Sweden win opening matches

Women's Euros PIX: Germany, Sweden win opening matches

Rediff.com5 Jul 2025

Images from Friday's Women's Euro 2025 Group C action between Germany-Poland and Denmark-Sweden.

'People Think A Famous Mom Is A Gold Card'

'People Think A Famous Mom Is A Gold Card'

Rediff.com16 Jul 2025

'When you are someone's kid, you get easier access to the industry.' 'People will meet you, maybe even give you a first opportunity out of goodwill.' 'But at the end of the day, it's business.'

BJP And The Long-Standing Preamble Dream

BJP And The Long-Standing Preamble Dream

Rediff.com10 Jul 2025

BJP and RSS leaders are once again pushing to remove the words 'secular' and 'socialist' from the Constitution's Preamble, showing a deeper effort to change India's identity from a diverse, multi-religious republic to a Hindu-first nation, even though they don't have the numbers in Parliament to officially change the Constitution, observes N Sathiya Moorthy.

20 Christian priests booked for assaulting cop in Kerala

20 Christian priests booked for assaulting cop in Kerala

Rediff.com12 Jan 2025

Twenty priests have been booked by the police in Kochi, Kerala, for allegedly assaulting a police officer during a protest at the Bishop's House. The incident occurred on January 11, with the priests protesting against the unified Holy Mass. The police registered a case against the priests under various sections of the Indian Penal Code (IPC) for unlawful assembly, rioting, and causing hurt to a public servant. The protest follows a controversy over the unified Holy Mass, which the Archbishop has defended, stating that altering decisions approved by Pope Francis is impossible.

Eiffel Tower set to sparkle for PSG's big night

Eiffel Tower set to sparkle for PSG's big night

Rediff.com30 May 2025

The city of Paris will show its support for Paris St Germain during their date with destiny in Saturday's Champions League final against Inter Milan.

Heartbreak in Paris! Bopanna and Pavlasek crash out

Heartbreak in Paris! Bopanna and Pavlasek crash out

Rediff.com1 Jun 2025

The unseeded Indo-Czech pair lost 2-6, 6-7(5) to Heliovaara from Finland and British player Patten, ranked three and four in the world respectively, in the pre-quarterfinals.

'Abhishek Has Gone Through A Lot'

'Abhishek Has Gone Through A Lot'

Rediff.com17 Jul 2025

'It's a tremendous accomplishment to have a father like Amitabh Bachchan and still be so sorted, to not taste the kind of success that he should have and yet be so balanced.'

Last rites of AI pilot Kunder, flight attendant Songhare held

Last rites of AI pilot Kunder, flight attendant Songhare held

Rediff.com19 Jun 2025

Hundreds of people, including inconsolable family members and friends, gave an emotional farewell to First Officer Clive Kunder, co-pilot of the Air India plane that crashed in Ahmedabad last week, and flight attendant Roshni Songhare whose last rites were held on Thursday.

Air India, Tata Support Crash Victims' Kin

Air India, Tata Support Crash Victims' Kin

Rediff.com16 Jun 2025

Air India reiterated that its priority remains extending assistance to the families.

Bhutto-led Pak delegation faces US heat over Jaish, minorities

Bhutto-led Pak delegation faces US heat over Jaish, minorities

Rediff.com7 Jun 2025

In a post on X, Sherman said that he 'emphasised to the Pakistani delegation the importance of combatting terrorism, and in particular, the group Jaish-e-Mohammed, who murdered my constituent Daniel Pearl in 2002'.

ISSF World Cup: Elavenil opens India's account

ISSF World Cup: Elavenil opens India's account

Rediff.com10 Jun 2025

Indian shooting ace Elavenil Valarivan settled for the bronze medal after leading for a good part of the women's 10m air rifle final on the first competition day of the ISSF World Cup in Munich on Tuesday.

Modi recalls his 'intimate relations with Christians'

Modi recalls his 'intimate relations with Christians'

Rediff.com25 Dec 2023

Prime Minister Narendra Modi heaped praise on the Christian community on Monday for its role in giving direction to the society and sense of service, and said the country proudly acknowledges its contribution.

Will Vijay's CM Googly Win TN Poll Match?

Will Vijay's CM Googly Win TN Poll Match?

Rediff.com5 Jul 2025

Vijay is counting on what was once proclaimed as his last filmi outing, Jana Nayagan, or 'People's Hero', to do the trick for him, when it releases on January 9, 2026, only months before the assembly poll, observes N Sathiya Moorthy.

Bihar's Revision Of Voters List: What's Cooking?

Bihar's Revision Of Voters List: What's Cooking?

Rediff.com1 Jul 2025

'The Election Commission is conducting the National Register of Citizens in Bihar through the backdoor.'

Netanyahu's War On Iran Has No Future

Netanyahu's War On Iran Has No Future

Rediff.com16 Jun 2025

An inconclusive end to this war will pose high risk for Netanyahu of a cascading demand for a regime change in Israel, predicts Ambassador M K Bhadrakumar.

Air India crash: Focus shifts to decoding black box

Air India crash: Focus shifts to decoding black box

Rediff.com19 Jun 2025

A week after the devastating Air India plane crash in Ahmedabad claimed 270 lives, investigators on Thursday continued to sift for clues to ascertain the cause, while the government said the Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau will decide where to decode the black box of the ill-fated Dreamliner.

Itachuna: Regal, Rich, And A Bit Spooky

Itachuna: Regal, Rich, And A Bit Spooky

Rediff.com2 Jul 2025

Rajbaris are a link to Bengal's rich past, of grand mansions, classical fine dining, and allow guests to be pretend zamindars for those few hours or days that they stay.

Stranded in Tehran, Bengal man plan to cross over Afghanistan or Pak

Stranded in Tehran, Bengal man plan to cross over Afghanistan or Pak

Rediff.com17 Jun 2025

'I hear that there are some 10,000 Indians stuck in Iran, including nearly 4,000 students from Kashmir. But, I do not know any of them. Here I am all by myself and the embassy has asked me not to venture out far from my hotel. People here are going about their daily lives despite the bombings'

Kangana Chooses Horror For Hollywood Debut

Kangana Chooses Horror For Hollywood Debut

Rediff.com9 May 2025

Kangana Ranaut will make her debut in Hollywood with a lead role in the horror drama Blessed Be The Evil, reports Variety.

Elavenil, Bhaker and debutants target Munich World Cup medals

Elavenil, Bhaker and debutants target Munich World Cup medals

Rediff.com9 Jun 2025

Two-time medallist Elavenil Valarivan will fancy her chances on the first competition day of ISSF World Cup in Munich on Tuesday

PIX: Injury halts Dimitrov's charge on struggling Sinner

PIX: Injury halts Dimitrov's charge on struggling Sinner

Rediff.com8 Jul 2025

Novak Djokovic reached the Wimbledon quarter-finals for the 16th time but it proved a hard day's work at his Centre Court office.

SC stays MP civic body order, allows Christian prayer meeting

SC stays MP civic body order, allows Christian prayer meeting

Rediff.com10 Apr 2024

The petition was filed against the order of the high court upholding the revocation of the nod to hold the prayer meet.

Israel-Iran: What Are Trump's Options?

Israel-Iran: What Are Trump's Options?

Rediff.com19 Jun 2025

Trump has a major decision to take in coming days -- specifically, how to rescue Israel from the attritional war that lies ahead, points out Ambassador M K Bhadrakumar.