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Priyanka accuses Israel of 'genocide' in Gaza; envoy hits back

Priyanka accuses Israel of 'genocide' in Gaza; envoy hits back

Rediff.com13 Aug 2025

Congress leader Priyanka Gandhi Vadra condemned the killing of five Al Jazeera journalists in Gaza, calling it a "heinous crime" and expressing solidarity with Palestinians.

Irdai proposes internal ombudsman to address claims up to Rs 50 lakh

Irdai proposes internal ombudsman to address claims up to Rs 50 lakh

Rediff.com24 Jul 2025

The Insurance Regulatory & Development Authority of India (Irdai) on Wednesday proposed setting up an internal insurance ombudsman for insurance companies -- except reinsurers-- with over three years of operation, to address unresolved complaints. The ombudsman will have power to hear complaints for claims up to Rs 50 lakhs.

Oval curator who silenced Gambhir and stole the show

Oval curator who silenced Gambhir and stole the show

Rediff.com5 Aug 2025

Most pitch curators are possessive about the main square on a cricket field but Lee Fortis, the chief curator at The Oval, takes that obsession to a sacrosanct level.

Unveiling The Refreshed Renault Triber

Unveiling The Refreshed Renault Triber

Rediff.com24 Jul 2025

The Renault Triber's USP remains its exceptional interior space and seven-seater capability, a combination rarely found in the 7 lakh to 10 lakh on-road price bracket in India.

Anil Ambani's Reliance, Dassault in pact to make Falcon jets in India

Anil Ambani's Reliance, Dassault in pact to make Falcon jets in India

Rediff.com18 Jun 2025

In a move that signifies a major leap for India's aerospace manufacturing capabilities, the collaboration will establish a final assembly line for the Falcon 2000 jets in Nagpur, Maharashtra.

Porbandar to Pahalgam: 2,000 Km For Peace

Porbandar to Pahalgam: 2,000 Km For Peace

Rediff.com9 Aug 2025

Qadri Javed Azad and Makwana Kumar are on a 2,000 km expedition from Porbandar to Pahalgam to spread the message of peace, unity and Operation Sindoor.

'Judges Don't Descend From Mars Or The Moon'

'Judges Don't Descend From Mars Or The Moon'

Rediff.com21 Aug 2025

'The quality of justice is directly linked to the quality of judges -- if that suffers, justice delivery suffers.'

Siraj And The Power Of Perseverance!

Siraj And The Power Of Perseverance!

Rediff.com5 Aug 2025

Mohammed Siraj's match-winning spell in The Oval Test reminded us all what Test cricket -- and fast bowling -- is truly about: Discipline, endurance, and unwavering grit, says Aadharsh A V.

16 BSF jawans awarded gallantry medals for Op Sindoor

16 BSF jawans awarded gallantry medals for Op Sindoor

Rediff.com15 Aug 2025

Among the medal winners are a deputy commandant rank officer, two assistant commandants and an inspector.

Tamil Nadu CM Stalin Calls Dhoni the 'OG'

Tamil Nadu CM Stalin Calls Dhoni the 'OG'

Rediff.com7 Jul 2025

Dhoni, a popular figure in Chennai, especially among IPL fans, has been given the moniker 'Thala' having led Chennai Super Kings to 5 India Premier League titles.

Who Says India Is Friendless?

Who Says India Is Friendless?

Rediff.com7 Jun 2025

The reality is that far from being friendless, India is better positioned in the world than at any point post-Cold War, asserts Shekhar Gupta.

Saare Jahan Se Accha Review: Gripping Thriller

Saare Jahan Se Accha Review: Gripping Thriller

Rediff.com13 Aug 2025

The always dependable Pratik Gandhi finds a match in Sunny Hinduja and they are surrounded by a top notch supporting cast, observes Deepa Gahlot.

Trump administration uses India-Pak ceasefire to justify tariffs

Trump administration uses India-Pak ceasefire to justify tariffs

Rediff.com29 May 2025

Trump has repeatedly claimed that he "helped settle" the tensions between India and Pakistan and that he told the nuclear-armed South Asian neighbours that America would do a "lot of trade" with them if they stopped the conflict.

Grit & Grace! How Pant Turned Pain Into Power

Grit & Grace! How Pant Turned Pain Into Power

Rediff.com10 Aug 2025

In the recently concluded five-match Test series against England, India's star wicketkeeper-batter Rishabh Pant stood tall as a beacon of determination, battling through injuries to deliver a string of gutsy, crowd-pleasing knocks that underlined his value to the side.

Modi, Shah call on President Murmu, reasons unknown

Modi, Shah call on President Murmu, reasons unknown

Rediff.com3 Aug 2025

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Sunday called on President Droupadi Murmu separately within hours at the Rashtrapati Bhavan in New Delhi.

'Markets Have Already Scaled A Wall Of Worry'

'Markets Have Already Scaled A Wall Of Worry'

Rediff.com7 Aug 2025

'From tariff tensions and border skirmishes to unrest in West Asia.' 'The worst may be behind us. But any further upmove will now have to come from earnings.'

Akash Prime proves precision in Ladakh high-altitude trials

Akash Prime proves precision in Ladakh high-altitude trials

Rediff.com17 Jul 2025

The weapon system is customised to operate in altitude above 4,500 metres and has latest upgrades including indigenously developed Radio Frequency seeker, as per the release.

Modi to address NDA parliamentary party meet amid Oppn protests

Modi to address NDA parliamentary party meet amid Oppn protests

Rediff.com5 Aug 2025

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will address the BJP-led NDA parliamentary party meeting, focusing on current issues, the upcoming vice president's election, and likely addressing opposition concerns.

How Census 2027 Will Be Done

How Census 2027 Will Be Done

Rediff.com14 Aug 2025

'There will be not less than 31 lakh people working in the census process.'

'If We Want India To Be A Source Of New Ideas...'

'If We Want India To Be A Source Of New Ideas...'

Rediff.com23 Jun 2025

'Despite being a software powerhouse, we're not producing proportionate original IP, frameworks, or global tech products originating in India.'

India set 30-medal target at Asian Athletics Championships

India set 30-medal target at Asian Athletics Championships

Rediff.com22 May 2025

In the 2023 edition, India had won 27 medals to finish third in the standings behind Japan and China.

Govt to push bills as Oppn seeks debate on Bihar SIR

Govt to push bills as Oppn seeks debate on Bihar SIR

Rediff.com3 Aug 2025

The government is likely to push for the passage of the National Sports Governance Bill in the Lok Sabha, despite ongoing parliamentary disruptions due to opposition protests over the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls. Other bills are also listed for consideration.

'I'm Really Proud To Be A Brahmin'

'I'm Really Proud To Be A Brahmin'

Rediff.com19 Aug 2025

'So my question was, 'What is it that you are proud of? What have you achieved? What is your contribution?' 'He had no answer.'

If India attacks Pak, B'desh should occupy NE states: Yunus' aide

If India attacks Pak, B'desh should occupy NE states: Yunus' aide

Rediff.com2 May 2025

A former Bangladesh army officer and close aide of Chief Adviser Muhammad Yunus has suggested that Dhaka should collaborate with China to occupy India's northeastern states if it attacks Pakistan in response to the Pahalgam terror attack. Bangladesh's interim government has distanced itself from the remarks made by Major General (Retd) ALM Fazlur Rahman on his social media account. Rahman's comments come amidst growing tensions between India and Bangladesh following Yunus' remarks in China about India's northeastern states being landlocked and needing Bangladesh's access to the ocean. These incidents have further strained relations between the two countries, with India withdrawing transhipment facilities granted to Bangladesh for exporting goods to the Middle East, Europe, and various other countries.

Has India offered to drop all tariffs on American goods?

Has India offered to drop all tariffs on American goods?

Rediff.com15 May 2025

US President Donald Trump on Thursday claimed that India has offered to drop all tariffs on American goods. Speaking at a business roundtable in Doha, Trump also said he had a "little problem" with Tim Cook, and he told the Apple CEO that he does not want him to build iPhones in India.

'Pressure? Handled. History? Made'

'Pressure? Handled. History? Made'

Rediff.com7 Jul 2025

Sachin Tendulkar was effusive in his praise for Akash Deep after India's thumping 336-run win at Edgbaston

SC allows excluded Bihar voters to submit claims with Aadhaar

SC allows excluded Bihar voters to submit claims with Aadhaar

Rediff.com23 Aug 2025

Expressing surprise over political parties not coming forward in filing objections related to 65 lakh excluded voters, the top court directed the chief electoral officer of Bihar to implead them in the court proceedings.

Tariff talks with India going great, think will have deal: Trump

Tariff talks with India going great, think will have deal: Trump

Rediff.com30 Apr 2025

US President Donald Trump has said that tariff negotiations with India are "coming along great," and he thinks the two countries will strike a trade deal.

Tata Sons chief apologises for Air India crash, says AI171 had clean record

Tata Sons chief apologises for Air India crash, says AI171 had clean record

Rediff.com18 Jun 2025

When specifically asked about the reason for the crash and whether Air India is privy to any preliminary findings, Chandrasekaran said, "One would have to wait for the probe to conclude."

'Need a football court!': SC on 2000 accused in Senthil Balaji case

'Need a football court!': SC on 2000 accused in Senthil Balaji case

Rediff.com30 Jul 2025

The Supreme Court has criticized the Tamil Nadu government for implicating over 2000 individuals in the cash-for-jobs scam involving former minister V Senthil Balaji, demanding details of all accused and witnesses.

PM Modi's special message for West Indies cricketers

PM Modi's special message for West Indies cricketers

Rediff.com5 Jul 2025

Indians are among most passionate fans of the West Indies cricket team, said Prime Minister Narendra Modi while addressing the joint assembly of Trinidad and Tobago's parliament on Friday.

Air India crash: He refused DNA test, said: 'I can identify my son'

Air India crash: He refused DNA test, said: 'I can identify my son'

Rediff.com26 Jun 2025

A husband who refused to cry, a father insisting he didn't need a DNA test to identify his son, a crew member's family broken in spirit after waiting seven days for DNA confirmation.

Why Sandeep Patil, Ravi Shastri Fell Out

Why Sandeep Patil, Ravi Shastri Fell Out

Rediff.com18 Aug 2025

'I wanted a player of his calibre to take on one of the strongest sides in the country.' 'However, he stuck to his guns, and we had an argument.'

Will Delhi Get Respite From Heat Wave By June 25?

Will Delhi Get Respite From Heat Wave By June 25?

Rediff.com14 Jun 2025

Heatwave may abate over most parts of North India in next two days; temperatures likely to drop by 2-3C.

India to face more heatwaves this summer: IMD

India to face more heatwaves this summer: IMD

Rediff.com31 Mar 2025

India is expected to experience hotter-than-usual temperatures from April to June, with more heatwave days in central and eastern India and the northwestern plains, the IMD said. Most parts of the country will see higher-than-normal maximum temperatures, except for some areas in western and eastern India where the temperatures are expected to be normal. Minimum temperatures will also be above normal in most regions. The IMD has warned that landslides could occur in parts of Kerala and Karnataka in the Western Ghats and that northeastern states might face flooding in April.

China responds to Trump's tariff threat to BRICS bloc

China responds to Trump's tariff threat to BRICS bloc

Rediff.com7 Jul 2025

China defended the BRICS economic alliance, stating it is not a bloc for confrontation, after former US President Donald Trump threatened tariffs on countries aligning with its 'anti-American policies'.

A Deal Is Possible Only On Trump's Terms

A Deal Is Possible Only On Trump's Terms

Rediff.com31 Jul 2025

For India, the challenge is to strike a balance between tactical necessity and economic priorities, point out Pravin Krishna and Monil Sharma.

Op Sindoor: How India's tech outsmarted Pak defences

Op Sindoor: How India's tech outsmarted Pak defences

Rediff.com14 May 2025

It marked a "milestone" in India's journey towards technological self-reliance in military operations, the ministry said on Operation Sindoor.

'We let it slip': Stokes admits England blew it

'We let it slip': Stokes admits England blew it

Rediff.com7 Jul 2025

Ben Stokes acknowledged that missed opportunities early in the match allowed India to take firm control of the second Test at Edgbaston

Jadeja shatters multiple records with gritty knock!

Jadeja shatters multiple records with gritty knock!

Rediff.com14 Jul 2025

Steely Jadeja completes 7,000 international runs, joins Ganguly, Dhoni, Pant.