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Wife of Nepal ex-PM burnt alive as protestors torch their house

Wife of Nepal ex-PM burnt alive as protestors torch their house

Rediff.com10 Sep 2025

Rajyalaxmi Chitrakar was inside the house when the protesters set it ablaze. She was rushed to Kirtipur Burn Hospital in critical condition but succumbed to injuries, Khabarhub reported, citing family sources.

US sues Facebook over acquiring WhatsApp, Instagram

US sues Facebook over acquiring WhatsApp, Instagram

Rediff.com10 Dec 2020

Social media giant accused of anti-competitive conduct by abusing its market power to create a monopoly and crushing smaller competitors.

Where Is Manu Bhaker Holidaying?

Where Is Manu Bhaker Holidaying?

Rediff.com3 Sep 2025

Manu Bhaker headed off to an undisclosed location to relax after her impressive shooting at the Asian Shooting Championships.

UK bars US Islamic preacher's entry for defending Hamas

UK bars US Islamic preacher's entry for defending Hamas

Rediff.com6 Jan 2026

Britain has banned the entry of an Islamic preacher, Dr. Shadee Elmasry, over his defence of Hamas following the October 7, 2023, attack in Israel. The UK Home Office cited concerns about hate speech and extremist ideas.

'Indian agent' tag on Tamim divides Bangladesh cricket

'Indian agent' tag on Tamim divides Bangladesh cricket

Rediff.com9 Jan 2026

A senior Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) official has found himself at the centre of a major controversy after branding former Bangladesh captain Tamim Iqbal an 'Indian agent', triggering widespread backlash across the country's cricketing fraternity.

Aus podcasters receive legal letter from IPL, BCCI

Aus podcasters receive legal letter from IPL, BCCI

Rediff.com28 Apr 2025

'On Saturday evening Australian time we received a very polite legal letter about elements of our content from the cricket tournament we speak to you about pertaining specifically to this season. As a result we decided to take those videos down.'

How Muslims Voted In BMC Elections

How Muslims Voted In BMC Elections

Rediff.com17 Jan 2026

The real surprise in these results came from Asaduddin Owaisi's AIMIM. Of the 29 Muslim candidates who got elected to the 227-strong BMC, the Congress and the AIMIM between them bagged 22.

Twitter takes on Instagram, Facebook

Twitter takes on Instagram, Facebook

Rediff.com11 Dec 2012

Twitter's new release came days after Instagram unexpectedly said it would no longer allow Twitter to display Instagram photos.

'I Was Becoming A Mini Dilip Kumar'

'I Was Becoming A Mini Dilip Kumar'

Rediff.com11 Dec 2025

'Dilipsaab was an interesting mix of spontaneity and stylised acting.'

Who is Satadru Dutta? The man behind Messi's India Tour

Who is Satadru Dutta? The man behind Messi's India Tour

Rediff.com13 Dec 2025

Satadru Dutta's rise was swift and ambitious. But that journey took a dramatic nosedive on Saturday.

Meta expands safety tools to safeguard older adults from online scams

Meta expands safety tools to safeguard older adults from online scams

Rediff.com22 Oct 2025

Meta has announced new anti-scam features and awareness initiatives, including safety tools and tips to protect users, particularly senior citizens from cyber fraud and online scams, as the social media giant stepped up efforts to help people stay safe online.

Gujarat police nab kingpin of Chinese cyber slavery network

Gujarat police nab kingpin of Chinese cyber slavery network

Rediff.com19 Nov 2025

Gujarat Police arrested an Indian national accused of running an international cyber slavery network operated by Chinese gangs from Myanmar and Cambodia. The accused allegedly supplied Indian workers to scam compounds where they were forced to commit cybercrimes.

'Her Love For Animals Was So Pure'

'Her Love For Animals Was So Pure'

Rediff.com4 Oct 2025

Dr Saket Badola, Director, Corbett Tiger Reserve, remembers his meeting with Dr Jane Goodall, the legendary conservationist and renowned chimpanzee expert, who passed into the ages this week.

The OTT Battle Is For Audiences And Their Time

The OTT Battle Is For Audiences And Their Time

Rediff.com20 Dec 2025

Only firms that have scale in content and a technology engine that drives its discovery and monetisation can compete,' explains Vanita Kohli Khandekar.

How India Can Beat Global Tech Giants

How India Can Beat Global Tech Giants

Rediff.com18 Nov 2025

With a confident new generation of innovators, India now has the scale and self-belief to shape its own digital destiny marked by creation, observes Ajay Kumar chairman, UPSC.

Clarke undergoes sixth cancer-related surgery

Clarke undergoes sixth cancer-related surgery

Rediff.com27 Aug 2025

Clarke was first diagnosed with skin cancer in 2006 during his playing career and has since undergone several procedures.

CCI to NCLAT: No player close to WhatsApp in terms of revenue, assets

CCI to NCLAT: No player close to WhatsApp in terms of revenue, assets

Rediff.com23 Sep 2025

The Competition Commission of India (CCI) on Monday told the National Company Law Appellate Tribunal (NCLAT) that no internet intermediary could come close to WhatsApp in terms of revenues as well as assets.

Facebook renamed as 'Meta' in rebranding exercise

Facebook renamed as 'Meta' in rebranding exercise

Rediff.com29 Oct 2021

The change comes with a new logo designed like an infinity-shaped symbol, slightly askew, almost like a pretzel.

Want A US Visa? Unlock Your Social Media First

Want A US Visa? Unlock Your Social Media First

Rediff.com24 Jun 2025

To 'protect national interest', US now require all F, M, and Jvisa applicants (students/exchange visitors) to make socialmedia profiles public for nationalsecurity vetting.

Marathi movie 'Manache Shlok' screenings halted over title row

Marathi movie 'Manache Shlok' screenings halted over title row

Rediff.com12 Oct 2025

Screenings of the Marathi film 'Manache Shlok' were disrupted in Maharashtra due to objections to the title. The director, Mrunmayee Deshpande, expressed disappointment, and the film will be re-released with a new title. Congress spokesperson Sachin Sawant criticized the protests.

Tanya Mittal Is The Boss Lady

Tanya Mittal Is The Boss Lady

Rediff.com3 Sep 2025

The 26-year-old former Miss Asia Tourism from Gwalior has an exquisite collection of saris, handbags and more.

Airtel keen to tie up with Jio, VIL to fight fraud

Airtel keen to tie up with Jio, VIL to fight fraud

Rediff.com25 May 2025

Airtel has informed the government and regulator Trai that it has approached Reliance Jio and Vodafone Idea with a proposal for a joint initiative to unite the industry against rising telecom fraud and scams.

The Live Show Line-Up This Year

The Live Show Line-Up This Year

Rediff.com20 Oct 2025

With India increasingly attracting global artistes, the ministry of information and broadcasting is working to simplify the process of setting up concerts in the country.

Siraj Tries Making A Reel

Siraj Tries Making A Reel

Rediff.com5 Aug 2025

Mohammed Siraj may thrive under pressure on the field, but off it? Making a reel needed a whole coaching session courtesy Arshdeep Singh!

Bumrah Takes Over Wimbledon Spotlight

Bumrah Takes Over Wimbledon Spotlight

Rediff.com10 Jul 2025

Bumrah, rested for the second Test against England, made a classy appearance alongside wife Sanjana Ganesan.

1 Billion Followers! Ronaldo's Latest Record

1 Billion Followers! Ronaldo's Latest Record

Rediff.com13 Sep 2024

'This is more than just a number -- it's a testament to our shared passion, drive, and love for the game and beyond,' Ronaldo said on X.

Bengaluru woman urged Pak Army chief to 'invade' India

Bengaluru woman urged Pak Army chief to 'invade' India

Rediff.com7 Aug 2025

A woman arrested for allegedly promoting Al-Qaeda's agenda had appealed to Pakistan's Army chief to invade India to unify Muslim lands under Project Khilafat, officials said.

Facebook, WhatsApp back online; Zuckerberg apologises over outage

Facebook, WhatsApp back online; Zuckerberg apologises over outage

Rediff.com5 Oct 2021

While the users of the three social media platforms remained clueless as they repeatedly received error messages for most part of the day, the stocks of Silicon Valley firm Facebook dropped by nearly five per cent as a result.

Facebook rewards 10-year-old Finnish boy for hacking Instagram

Facebook rewards 10-year-old Finnish boy for hacking Instagram

Rediff.com4 May 2016

A 10-year-old Finnish boy has received a $10,000 reward from Mark Zuckerberg for spotting a bug in Facebook-owned photo-sharing platform Instagram, becoming the youngest hacker to receive a cash reward from the social media giant for hacking its own products.

'Dead Or Alive, Not A Single Man Will Turn Back'

'Dead Or Alive, Not A Single Man Will Turn Back'

Rediff.com23 Sep 2025

10 Heroes of the 1965 War which ended on September 23 60 years ago.

19 killed as violence erupts in Nepal over social media ban; HM resigns

19 killed as violence erupts in Nepal over social media ban; HM resigns

Rediff.com8 Sep 2025

At least 19 people were killed and dozens injured on Monday as violent protests by youths rocked the Nepalese capital and certain other areas over the government's decision to ban social media sites, prompting authorities to deploy the army in Kathmandu to control the situation.

UP's social media policy: Rs 8 lakh for influencers, jail for 'objectionable' posts

UP's social media policy: Rs 8 lakh for influencers, jail for 'objectionable' posts

Rediff.com29 Aug 2024

The move triggered sharp reaction from the opposition, which has accused the state's BJP government of trying to stifle freedom of expression.

Cyberslavery: Agent Arrested In Mumbai

Cyberslavery: Agent Arrested In Mumbai

Rediff.com18 Sep 2025

The Mumbai police, currently investigating a cyber slavery case involving five individuals trafficked to Laos under the pretext of job offers in Thailand, arrested the prime accused on Wednesday.

Tell the full story of Obeid's death: Salah calls out UEFA tribute

Tell the full story of Obeid's death: Salah calls out UEFA tribute

Rediff.com10 Aug 2025

Salah has called out UEFA for omitting key details about the death of Palestinian football legend Suleiman al-Obeid in their tribute post

MPs watching Facebook Trump ban

MPs watching Facebook Trump ban

Rediff.com8 Feb 2021

MPs asked if the platforms have the right to take down or suspend accounts.

Nagpur violence: 140 online posts with objectionable content identified

Nagpur violence: 140 online posts with objectionable content identified

Rediff.com20 Mar 2025

Following the violence in Nagpur, Maharashtra's Cyber department has identified over 140 posts and videos on social media platforms that incite communal unrest. These posts, found on Facebook, Instagram, X, and YouTube, are being removed, and legal action is being taken against the individuals responsible. The department is also investigating the origins of the violence, which was triggered by rumors of a religious artifact being burnt during protests.

Mohanlal, The Man Behind The Actor

Mohanlal, The Man Behind The Actor

Rediff.com29 Sep 2025

The cheeky young man who once gave me one-word answers grew into a philosophical, detached star yet remained simple and humble, never letting stardom steal his heart, notes Rediff's Shobha Warrier who first interviewed the Dadasaheb Phalke Award winner in 1987.

ChatGPT Downtime: Wake-up Call For AI

ChatGPT Downtime: Wake-up Call For AI

Rediff.com13 Dec 2024

The outage raised broader concerns about the dependency on a few large tech companies controlling critical platforms.

The Tough Holi Quiz

The Tough Holi Quiz

Rediff.com13 Mar 2025

Find out how much you know about the Festival of Colours with our special quiz.

Sonam Kapoor's Unforgettable Fashion Moments

Sonam Kapoor's Unforgettable Fashion Moments

Rediff.com9 Jun 2025

There is nothing, when it comes to clothes, that Sonam cannot wear well. Nor are there fashion rules that she won't break if need be.