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Can Dinesh Trivedi's Dhaka posting mend frayed India-Bangladesh ties?

Can Dinesh Trivedi's Dhaka posting mend frayed India-Bangladesh ties?

Rediff.com28 Apr 2026

Former Union minister Dinesh Trivedi has been appointed as India's next High Commissioner to Bangladesh, signalling efforts to strengthen bilateral relations between the two countries.

India flags energy, maritime threats at BRICS amid West Asia crisis

India flags energy, maritime threats at BRICS amid West Asia crisis

Rediff.com15 May 2026

India has expressed serious concerns about the West Asia crisis and its potential impact on energy supplies and maritime stability, urging BRICS nations to find practical solutions to geopolitical challenges and unilateral sanctions.

Supreme Court Refuses to Hear Plea Challenging Parole Denial in Priyadarshini Mattoo Murder Case

Supreme Court Refuses to Hear Plea Challenging Parole Denial in Priyadarshini Mattoo Murder Case

Rediff.com10 Apr 2026

The Supreme Court has declined to hear a plea challenging the denial of parole extension to Santosh Kumar Singh, convicted in the 1996 Priyadarshini Mattoo murder case, while the Delhi High Court is already reviewing the matter.

'What kind of...': UP CM likens Delhi AQI to 'gas chamber'

'What kind of...': UP CM likens Delhi AQI to 'gas chamber'

Rediff.com14 Feb 2026

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath asserted that Uttar Pradesh enjoys a clean environment, unlike Delhi, which he likened to a 'gas chamber' due to its pollution levels.

Mann urges President to terminate defector MPs; raises recall demand

Mann urges President to terminate defector MPs; raises recall demand

Rediff.com5 May 2026

Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann met with President Droupadi Murmu to request the termination of Rajya Sabha MPs from Punjab who defected to the BJP. Mann also advocated for a constitutional provision allowing voters to remove elected officials who fail to perform.

AIIMS-Delhi begins euthanasia process for Harish Rana post SC ruling

AIIMS-Delhi begins euthanasia process for Harish Rana post SC ruling

Rediff.com16 Mar 2026

AIIMS-Delhi has begun implementing the Supreme Court's decision to allow passive euthanasia for Harish Rana, who has been in a coma since 2013. A specialised medical team has been formed to oversee the process, which is expected to take two to three weeks.

Who Will Win Kerala's Game Of Thrones?

Who Will Win Kerala's Game Of Thrones?

Rediff.com11 May 2026

Already, within the week of the election results it became apparent that the Congress' DNA has not changed from its traditional approach to politics as but a game of thrones, observes Ambassador M K Bhadrakumar.

Delhi University polls: ABVP wins 3 central panel posts, NSUI 1

Delhi University polls: ABVP wins 3 central panel posts, NSUI 1

Rediff.com23 Sep 2023

Tushar Dedha of the ABVP won the post of DUSU president, defeating NSUI's Hitesh Gulia by a margin of 3,115 votes. Dedha got 23,460 votes and Gulia 20,345.

Messi Event Chaos: Organiser Blames Political Interference

Messi Event Chaos: Organiser Blames Political Interference

Rediff.com11 May 2026

Sports event organiser Satadru Dutta alleges that political interference, security failures, and administrative lapses led to the chaotic Lionel Messi event at Salt Lake stadium in Kolkata last December, claiming he was made a scapegoat.

Court denies bail to I-PAC co-founder in money laundering case

Court denies bail to I-PAC co-founder in money laundering case

Rediff.com29 Apr 2026

A Delhi court rejected I-PAC co-founder Vinesh Chandel's interim bail plea in a money-laundering case linked to an alleged coal scam, citing a lack of exceptional humanitarian grounds.

'Tamil Nadu Has Produced Most Dramatic Political Debut'

'Tamil Nadu Has Produced Most Dramatic Political Debut'

Rediff.com6 May 2026

'This is a major rupture in Tamil Nadu's political order.' 'For the Dravidian parties, the message is clear: The old DMK-AIADMK binary is no longer guaranteed a future.'

After Keralam, chorus for renaming Delhi, West Bengal

After Keralam, chorus for renaming Delhi, West Bengal

Rediff.com25 Feb 2026

Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah has urged the central government to approve West Bengal's request to rename the state, following the approval of a similar proposal for Kerala.

Vikram Doraiswami appointed as India's ambassador to China

Vikram Doraiswami appointed as India's ambassador to China

Rediff.com19 Mar 2026

Vikram Doraiswami, a seasoned diplomat, has been appointed as India's new ambassador to China, succeeding Pradeep Kumar Rawat. This decision comes as both countries attempt to improve bilateral relations following a period of strain.

UP, Haryana still below national wage line

UP, Haryana still below national wage line

Rediff.com23 Apr 2026

Despite a 21 per cent minimum wage hike in parts of Uttar Pradesh, factory workers in India, particularly in states like Uttar Pradesh and Haryana, continue to experience wages below the national average and a widening disparity compared to supervisors and managers.

Lots Of Romance In Theatres This May

Lots Of Romance In Theatres This May

Rediff.com29 Apr 2026

Bollywood is gearing up for a romantic May, with a diverse slate of films including romcoms, historical epics and family dramas.

7 Indian Universities In QS Asia Rankings Are...

7 Indian Universities In QS Asia Rankings Are...

Rediff.com5 Nov 2025

Seven Indian institutes, including five Indian Institutes of Technology, IISc Bangalore and the University of Delhi have made it to the top 100 of the QS Asia University Rankings 2026.

Delhi university's new centre to focus on Partition, including Congress role

Delhi university's new centre to focus on Partition, including Congress role

Rediff.com24 May 2023

The Delhi University will set up a Centre for Independence and Partition Studies to facilitate research on the "high voltage politics" accompanying Partition and how the then central leadership failed to contain the "germs of separatism", documents show.

ABVP sweeps Hyderabad University students' union poll

ABVP sweeps Hyderabad University students' union poll

Rediff.com21 Sep 2025

ABVP won all six posts -- president, vice-president, general secretary, joint secretary, cultural secretary and sports secretary -- in the elections held on September 19, a press release said.

Must See! Rare Pictures Of Asha Bhosle

Must See! Rare Pictures Of Asha Bhosle

Rediff.com20 Apr 2026

Asha Bhosle has given us eight decades of songs to remember her by. She made many public appearances in India and abroad, taking music forward and showing audiences a side to her that they had never seen before. Here's a look at The Legend through the years from our archives.

India to Launch Campaign Featuring Athletes for 2030 Commonwealth Games

India to Launch Campaign Featuring Athletes for 2030 Commonwealth Games

Rediff.com11 Apr 2026

Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya announces plans for a nationwide campaign featuring iconic athletes and youth leaders to promote the 2030 Commonwealth Games in Ahmedabad.

Sheeba Chaddha: 'Wish I Was Given Other Roles In Addition To Mothers'

Sheeba Chaddha: 'Wish I Was Given Other Roles In Addition To Mothers'

Rediff.com23 Apr 2026

'Each mother I have played is different, but the writing dictates the doing of it. If it's written well, that's half the work done for an actor.'

Vote Is My Only Weapon, Blunted As It May Be

Vote Is My Only Weapon, Blunted As It May Be

Rediff.com2 May 2026

I wonder if I can rest assured -- before the election ink on my finger fades -- that my home state is at the threshold of a better future, wonders Vice Admiral Biswajit Dasgupta (retd).

Financial Crimes Decline Due To Agency Action: ED

Financial Crimes Decline Due To Agency Action: ED

Rediff.com1 May 2026

The Enforcement Directorate (ED) reports a decline in traditional financial crimes due to sustained investigative actions and government initiatives, while highlighting emerging challenges like cryptocurrency fraud and terror financing.

Technocrat-politician Ashok Lahiri to steer NITI Aayog with reform mandate

Technocrat-politician Ashok Lahiri to steer NITI Aayog with reform mandate

Rediff.com27 Apr 2026

Ashok Lahiri, a distinguished economist with experience in government, the private sector, and electoral politics, has been appointed as the new Vice-Chairman of NITI Aayog, tasked with strengthening India's reform trajectory and policy-making.

Al Falah University chancellor's brother arrested in fraud Case

Al Falah University chancellor's brother arrested in fraud Case

Rediff.com17 Nov 2025

The brother of the chancellor of Al Falah University, linked to the Delhi blast probe, has been arrested by Madhya Pradesh police from Hyderabad in connection with nearly 25-year-old fraud cases.

How a cricket setback shaped Aditya Dhar's Bollywood journey

How a cricket setback shaped Aditya Dhar's Bollywood journey

Rediff.com15 Mar 2026

Filmmaker Aditya Dhar once pursued a cricket career and aimed for the 2002 ICC Under-19 World Cup before a selection setback pushed him toward Bollywood, where he found success as a director.

Red Fort blast: Al-Falah University gets NAAC notice

Red Fort blast: Al-Falah University gets NAAC notice

Rediff.com13 Nov 2025

The National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC) has issued a show-cause notice to Al-Falah University, which is under scanner in connection with the Delhi blast probe, for displaying false accreditation on its website, officials said on Thursday.

SIT formed to probe activities of Al Falah University

SIT formed to probe activities of Al Falah University

Rediff.com20 Nov 2025

While multiple agencies are currently probing the car blast in Delhi and the recently busted white collar terror module spread across at least three states, Faridabad Police has formed a separate Special Investigation Team to look into the activities of Al Falah University, several of whose doctors were arrested in connection with the high profile case.

Can Manika Vishwakarma Win Miss Universe Crown?

Can Manika Vishwakarma Win Miss Universe Crown?

Rediff.com3 Nov 2025

On Sunday, November 2, 2025, Miss Universe India 2025 Manika Vishwakarma flew to Thailand for the Miss Universe 2025 pageant.

Students Urged to Embrace AI Wisely, Not Fear It

Students Urged to Embrace AI Wisely, Not Fear It

Rediff.com15 Mar 2026

At the D Y Patil International University's Foundation Day, experts advised students to embrace AI wisely, highlighting its potential and the importance of critical thinking in the digital age.

Delhi University's admission schedule

Delhi University's admission schedule

Rediff.com24 May 2010

The admission process for undergraduate courses in regular colleges of Delhi University begins on May 28, 2010.

Man with DU MPhil held for jewellery shop heists in Delhi

Man with DU MPhil held for jewellery shop heists in Delhi

Rediff.com12 Oct 2025

A 32-year-old man with a Chemistry MPhil from Delhi University has been arrested for his alleged involvement in two armed jewellery shop heists in northwest Delhi's Model Town area. He used his chemistry knowledge to make smoke bombs for robberies.

MFC Admissions at Delhi University

MFC Admissions at Delhi University

Rediff.com24 Oct 2007

Delhi University's Department of Financial Studies, announces admission to the XXII batch of the two-year (full-time) Master of Finance and Control (MFC) Programme for the academic session 2008-2010 commencing from July, 2008.

What NSA Ajit Doval Told 16 Prominent Indian Muslims

What NSA Ajit Doval Told 16 Prominent Indian Muslims

Rediff.com28 Apr 2026

'I cannot imagine that any NSA before Ajit Doval would have given us this kind of time and this kind of engagement. They would have offered slogans, or nothing at all. That, too, tells you something.'

Khalin Joshi Leads Andhra Open, Aims to End Winless Streak

Khalin Joshi Leads Andhra Open, Aims to End Winless Streak

Rediff.com9 Apr 2026

Khalin Joshi carded a one-under 70 to extend his lead to three shots at seven-under 206 after round three at the Rs 1 crore Andhra Open 2026.

Bareilly ex-magistrate threatens Delhi stir over SC/ST Act

Bareilly ex-magistrate threatens Delhi stir over SC/ST Act

Rediff.com2 Feb 2026

Alankar Agnihotri said several organisations of the upper-caste community would participate in the stir if the central government fails to withdraw the SC/ST Act by February 6.

JNUSU members detained during protest march to education ministry

JNUSU members detained during protest march to education ministry

Rediff.com26 Feb 2026

Several members of the Jawaharlal Nehru University Students' Union (JNUSU) were detained after attempting to march towards the Ministry of Education to protest alleged institutional neglect in higher education.

Jadavpur University row: Students rename Kolkata after Maoist leader

Jadavpur University row: Students rename Kolkata after Maoist leader

Rediff.com1 Dec 2025

An ultra-Left students' outfit, RSF, has triggered a row by symbolically naming the venue of its state conference after Maoist leaders killed by security forces. The conference was held at Jadavpur University.

Delhi University officially scraps four-year course

Delhi University officially scraps four-year course

Rediff.com28 Jun 2014

A day after the Delhi University vice chancellor announced scrapping of the controversial four-year undergraduate programme, the academic council of the varsity on Saturday passed a resolution to implement the three-year undergraduate programme.

India's defence exports surge 63% to record Rs 38,424 cr in FY 2025-26

India's defence exports surge 63% to record Rs 38,424 cr in FY 2025-26

Rediff.com2 Apr 2026

India's defence exports reached a record high of Rs 38,424 crore in fiscal year 2025-26, marking a significant increase of over 62 per cent compared to the previous year, according to Defence Minister Rajnath Singh.