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'Paatal Lok': Mumbai to get underground tunnels to ease traffic

'Paatal Lok': Mumbai to get underground tunnels to ease traffic

Rediff.com24 Nov 2025

Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis announced plans for a vast underground tunnel network in Mumbai to ease traffic congestion, describing it as a 'Paatal Lok,' a parallel road system. The tunnel grid will cover the city in multiple directions, complementing existing arterial routes and Metro corridors. Several tunnel projects are under construction, including Thane-Borivali and Mulund-Goregaon, to improve east-west connectivity. An integrated Mumbai One app has been launched to enable a common ticket for various modes of transport.

Russia deploys nuke sub capable of 'wiping out nations'

Russia deploys nuke sub capable of 'wiping out nations'

Rediff.com2 Nov 2025

Russia has launched its latest nuclear submarine to be armed with a 'Poseidon' nuclear drone, also known as 'doomsday missile' capable of 'wiping out' coastal nations, according to media reports.

Why Nitish Reddy is not playing in third Australia ODI

Why Nitish Reddy is not playing in third Australia ODI

Rediff.com25 Oct 2025

Nitish Kumar Reddy sustained a left quadriceps injury during the second ODI in Adelaide and was subsequently unavailable for selection for the third ODI

What You Must Know About Your Beard!

What You Must Know About Your Beard!

Rediff.com21 Nov 2025

'Stop touching your beard all the time. Your hands carry bacteria that can trigger acne and irritation.'

10 Superfoods For A Sharper, Keener Brain

10 Superfoods For A Sharper, Keener Brain

Rediff.com13 Nov 2025

Like we strive to keep our heart young or our lungs young, we should make sure our brain is youthful. You can give your brain a better future by keeping your mind active and alert by including brain-nourishing foods in your daily meals, states WebMD.

UAE stops giving visas to Pakistani nationals

UAE stops giving visas to Pakistani nationals

Rediff.com27 Nov 2025

A senior Pakistani official reveals the UAE is restricting visas for Pakistanis, while the UAE ambassador discusses visa facilitation reforms. Concerns about criminal activities and visit visa violations are cited.

Will take strict action against IndiGo to set example: Govt

Will take strict action against IndiGo to set example: Govt

Rediff.com9 Dec 2025

Aviation Minister K Rammohan Naidu said the government has initiated an inquiry into Indigo's mass flight cancellations and will take strict action against the operator to set an example for other airlines.

Facing serious health issues, says BJP-baiter Sanjay Raut

Facing serious health issues, says BJP-baiter Sanjay Raut

Rediff.com31 Oct 2025

Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Sanjay Raut says he is undergoing treatment for serious health issues and has been advised to avoid public interaction.

Bangladesh ex-PM Khaleda Zia critical, to be shifted to London

Bangladesh ex-PM Khaleda Zia critical, to be shifted to London

Rediff.com4 Dec 2025

Family of former Bangladesh prime minister Khalada Zia, who remains in a critical condition, is preparing to transfer her to London for medical treatment. Her son, Tarique Rahman, lives in London.

Cyberattacks on India Inc Rising

Cyberattacks on India Inc Rising

Rediff.com19 Nov 2025

From January to June 2025, Kaspersky enterprise solutions blocked more than 200,000 spyware attacks on Indian organisations.

Why Rage Bait Is Oxford's Word Of 2025

Why Rage Bait Is Oxford's Word Of 2025

Rediff.com4 Dec 2025

The top three contenders for 2025 were -- rage bait, aura farming and biohack.

IndiGo cancels over 550 flights, ops to stabilise by Feb 10

IndiGo cancels over 550 flights, ops to stabilise by Feb 10

Rediff.com4 Dec 2025

Domestic carrier IndiGo has cancelled over 180 flights from three major airports on Thursday, as the Gurugram-based airline struggles to secure the required crew to operate its flights in the wake of new flight-duty and rest-period norms for pilots.

IndiGo seeks 10 days to normalise ops as 1,000 flights cancelled on Friday

IndiGo seeks 10 days to normalise ops as 1,000 flights cancelled on Friday

Rediff.com5 Dec 2025

IndiGo cancelled over 1,000 flights on Friday and said operations are expected to normalise in the next 10 days, as the country's largest airline received flight duty norms relaxation from watchdog Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA), which will probe the disruptions that have impacted thousands of passengers for four straight days.

Entrance Exams After Class 12 In 2026

Entrance Exams After Class 12 In 2026

Rediff.com16 Dec 2025

Nayagam PP, founder of Edujob360, offers a list of the top entrance exams, their timelines, eligibility criteria, exam patterns and preparation strategies to help you plan the year ahead.

How Dharmendra Whisked Hema Malini Away From Jeetendra

How Dharmendra Whisked Hema Malini Away From Jeetendra

Rediff.com8 Dec 2025

Hema's father couldn't contain his rage and almost physically pushed Dharmendra out of the house. 'Why don't you get out of my daughter's life? You are a married man, you can't marry my daughter,' he repeatedly yelled. But a pleading, helplessly sentimental and slightly inebriated Dharam could not be budged.

Don't Exit Midcaps. Think Long Term

Don't Exit Midcaps. Think Long Term

Rediff.com5 Dec 2025

'Stopping now would defeat the core purpose of an SIP, which is to average out the purchase cost over market cycles.'

Algo Trading Begins With Stronger Risk Rules

Algo Trading Begins With Stronger Risk Rules

Rediff.com18 Nov 2025

Algo trading should be segregated in a separate account with only risk capital deployed.

MP mandates Bhagavad Gita sessions for trainee cops

MP mandates Bhagavad Gita sessions for trainee cops

Rediff.com7 Nov 2025

The Madhya Pradesh Police training wing has directed all its centres to hold Bhagavad Gita recital sessions for recruits, aiming to help them lead a 'righteous' life. This follows a similar directive for Ramcharitmanas recitals.

'Your Body Only Needs 4 Tsp Oil Per Day'

'Your Body Only Needs 4 Tsp Oil Per Day'

Rediff.com10 Nov 2025

"If you are eliminating rice, oil, nuts or any food items which give you good nutrients, it becomes very difficult to manage the other nutrients which were supposed to come from that food item," explains Dr Rajeshwari Panda.

1,751 Maoists; 1,910 Troops, Civilians Killed In 11 Years

1,751 Maoists; 1,910 Troops, Civilians Killed In 11 Years

Rediff.com5 Dec 2025

After recent high-intensity operations in the Bastar region and the neutralisation of several senior Maoist leaders, officials say the insurgency has lost its ability to mount large-scale coordinated attacks.

Women's World Cup final draws record 446M viewers in India

Women's World Cup final draws record 446M viewers in India

Rediff.com7 Nov 2025

'The Women in Blue's final act drew a peak concurrency of 21 million viewers as Harmanpreet Kaur's team became the first Asian team to lift the Women's World Cup.'

Gill to stay back in Kolkata, doubtful for 2nd Test

Gill to stay back in Kolkata, doubtful for 2nd Test

Rediff.com17 Nov 2025

Team India skipper Shubman Gill is unlikely to feature in the second Test against South Africa, with Cricket Association of Bengal sources confirming that he is not travelling to Guwahati with the team on Wednesday.

Bigg Boss 19 Winner Gaurav Khanna Woke Up Weeks Into The Show

Bigg Boss 19 Winner Gaurav Khanna Woke Up Weeks Into The Show

Rediff.com8 Dec 2025

'Gaurav Khanna may not have had the most inspiring journey like his predecessors, but he has clearly been one of the most well-behaved contestants and winners in Bigg Boss history. So kudos to that!'

Mahindra Just Dropped a Street-Legal Race Car

Mahindra Just Dropped a Street-Legal Race Car

Rediff.com2 Dec 2025

Mahindra has officially taken the covers off the BE 6 Formula E Edition, and let's just say it's loud, it's orange, and it's absolutely unapologetic, reports Rajesh Karkera/Rediff.com

Wholesale price inflation falls to (-) 1.21% in Oct on GST cut

Wholesale price inflation falls to (-) 1.21% in Oct on GST cut

Rediff.com14 Nov 2025

Wholesale price inflation (WPI) fell to (-) 1 .21 per cent in October, driven by a decline in prices of food articles like pulses and vegetables, as well as lower fuel and manufactured items' prices, government data showed on Friday.

And the most polluted city in the world is....

And the most polluted city in the world is....

Rediff.com28 Oct 2025

Lahore, Pakistan, has once again been ranked as the world's most polluted city, with hazardous smog levels far exceeding WHO guidelines. The city is battling a toxic mix of vehicular emissions, industrial pollution, and crop residue burning.

'Am I Harmanpreet?' Bangla Captain Hits Out

'Am I Harmanpreet?' Bangla Captain Hits Out

Rediff.com18 Nov 2025

In a row that has rocked Bangladesh women's cricket, captain Nigar Sultana Joty has denied claims that she beat junior players, responding with a fiery defence that included a dig at India skipper Harmanpreet Kaur.

When Do You Introduce Spice To A Baby?

When Do You Introduce Spice To A Baby?

Rediff.com18 Nov 2025

You can slowly build up spices over six to nine months by adding ajwain, jeera, coriander, cardamom and cinnamon powders for flavouring different recipes, says Madhavi Bhardwaj.

IndiGo Board Unsure If CEO Must Go

IndiGo Board Unsure If CEO Must Go

Rediff.com9 Dec 2025

'I don't think it is right to remove him over one lapse. The focus should be on restoring operations, not on removing a key management personnel.'

CAT 2025: Follow This 14-Day Study Plan

CAT 2025: Follow This 14-Day Study Plan

Rediff.com12 Nov 2025

In Week 10 of Rediff's MBA preparation series, CAT expert Aashish Sood explains how to solve mocks, revise and optimise your time for better results.

6 Reasons For Adding Cardamom To Your Daily Diet

6 Reasons For Adding Cardamom To Your Daily Diet

Rediff.com16 Dec 2024

Breathe easy, digest better, and boost your mood! Here are 6 compelling reasons to make cardamom a part of your everyday routine.

Experts warn of stronger earthquake in Bangladesh after recent tremors

Experts warn of stronger earthquake in Bangladesh after recent tremors

Rediff.com23 Nov 2025

Following a recent earthquake in Bangladesh that caused casualties and damage, experts are warning the government to take immediate action to prepare for a potentially much larger and more devastating seismic event. They cite the country's vulnerability due to its location on major tectonic plates and the prevalence of unsafe buildings.

In An AI-Obsessed World, India's Craft May Redefine 'Made In India'

In An AI-Obsessed World, India's Craft May Redefine 'Made In India'

Rediff.com2 Dec 2025

What is currently perceived as a massive, low-tech liability could become a high-value, export-oriented economic engine, points out Ajit Balakrishnan.

Why FII/DII Data is Every Trader's Hidden Edge

Why FII/DII Data is Every Trader's Hidden Edge

Rediff.com25 Nov 2025

Assessing where their funds are flowing gives traders a hidden edge in predicting the market direction and momentum.

Bangladesh court convicts Sheikh Hasina, UK lawmaker niece in land scam

Bangladesh court convicts Sheikh Hasina, UK lawmaker niece in land scam

Rediff.com2 Dec 2025

A Bangladesh court has convicted former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina and British MP Tulip Siddiq in a land scam case, sentencing them to imprisonment. The verdict also includes other government officials and Hasina's sister, raising questions about extradition and political motivations.

'Biggest Meltdown In Indian Aviation History'

'Biggest Meltdown In Indian Aviation History'

Rediff.com12 Dec 2025

'It has got to be the biggest error in aviation. If it is the biggest error, then all those individuals in positions of power should be removed because they have caused the biggest meltdown in Indian aviation history.'

SRK, Alia, Musk Lead 2025's Most Abused Deepfake List

SRK, Alia, Musk Lead 2025's Most Abused Deepfake List

Rediff.com15 Nov 2025

How cybercriminals used the names and likenesses of celebrities to trick people into scams.

At Rs 506 trillion, derivatives turnover hit 12-month high in October

At Rs 506 trillion, derivatives turnover hit 12-month high in October

Rediff.com13 Nov 2025

The average daily turnover (ADTV) in the derivatives market rose to a 12-month high in October, touching 506 trillion - up nearly 46 per cent since June - as volatility picked up and concerns over further regulatory tightening eased. Derivatives activity had slumped earlier this year after the Securities and Exchange Board of India (Sebi) capped weekly expiries to two days and discontinued weekly contracts on non-benchmark indices.

Two killed, 3 hurt as local train hit them amid flash strike in Mumbai

Two killed, 3 hurt as local train hit them amid flash strike in Mumbai

Rediff.com6 Nov 2025

Two people died and three were injured after being hit by a suburban train near Sandhurst Road railway station in Mumbai. The incident occurred shortly after train services were disrupted due to a strike over an FIR against engineers in connection with a previous accident.

IndiGo cancels over 100 flights, scores delayed; DGCA launches probe

IndiGo cancels over 100 flights, scores delayed; DGCA launches probe

Rediff.com3 Dec 2025

Indigo airlines cancelled 13 flights from Hyderabad airport, causing chaos and frustration among passengers. The cancellations were attributed to technology and operational issues.