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Maini vrooms to history with sprint race win in Monaco

Maini vrooms to history with sprint race win in Monaco

Rediff.com24 May 2025

Kush Maini creates history with Sprint Race victory at iconic Monaco GP

Can Australia bounce back with pink ball under Adelaide lights?

Can Australia bounce back with pink ball under Adelaide lights?

Rediff.com4 Dec 2024

With noses bloodied and pride stung from the pounding in Perth, Australia will look to hit back with the pink ball in the second Test against India at Adelaide Oval.

'This is for people who look like me'

'This is for people who look like me'

Rediff.com8 Jun 2025

Coco Gauff is the first Black American to win the French Open since Serena Williams in 2015.

When Guru Dutt Demolished His House...

When Guru Dutt Demolished His House...

Rediff.com9 Jul 2025

'The pain of not having a home is bearable, but the pain of having one -- and not finding peace in it -- is far worse.'

'Why Would A Pilot Go And Touch The Switch?'

'Why Would A Pilot Go And Touch The Switch?'

Rediff.com14 Jul 2025

'The switch can't be shut off by an accidental brush of the hand, but needs effort, conscious physical action to operate it.' 'Was it the software of the aeroplane that caused the switch to turn off?' 'Was it the hardware of the aeroplane?' 'Was it both software and hardware put together?'

'This planet belongs to everyone, it isn't a sole preserve'

'This planet belongs to everyone, it isn't a sole preserve'

Rediff.com26 Jun 2025

'As humans, we haven't changed much'

IPOs mark a new era for India's hospitality industry with scale, ambition

IPOs mark a new era for India's hospitality industry with scale, ambition

Rediff.com15 Jul 2025

India's hospitality sector is rolling out the red carpet for investors. A flurry of upcoming IPOs, or initial public offerings, the entry of new players, and ambitious expansion plans by Indian and global hotel brands are ushering in what could be the industry's most formalised era yet. Leading the charge are real estate titans, who are turning their hotel arms into global hospitality chains.

'Before Rajiv Gandhi's Murder, No One Knew Suicide Bombers'

'Before Rajiv Gandhi's Murder, No One Knew Suicide Bombers'

Rediff.com15 Jul 2025

'The LTTE were the pioneers of that.'

'I am giving something back to Indian athletics'

'I am giving something back to Indian athletics'

Rediff.com4 Jul 2025

For Neeraj Chopra, the inaugural edition of Neeraj Chopra Classic is more than achieving success on the field, it's giving the Indian fans a chance to watch top-class competition in person, something that will help raise the profile of the sport in the country.

Border states hold mock drills simulating air raids, drone attacks

Border states hold mock drills simulating air raids, drone attacks

Rediff.com1 Jun 2025

Mock drills were conducted on Saturday in states and Union territories adjoining the western border -- from Jammu and Kashmir to Gujarat -- to enhance wartime emergency preparedness and response capabilities, officials said.

'Sonam Has The Energy Of A 20 Year Old'

'Sonam Has The Energy Of A 20 Year Old'

Rediff.com9 Jun 2025

'On this happy occasion, I wish Sonam more work and another National Award.'

'I'd Like To Think I'm The Cool Dad'

'I'd Like To Think I'm The Cool Dad'

Rediff.com15 Jun 2025

Today, says Ajit Menon, CEO, PGIM India Mutual Fund, he's pretty much cruising on the parenting highway but that wasn't always the case.

'Migration Will Be Most Challenging Aspect Of Census'

'Migration Will Be Most Challenging Aspect Of Census'

Rediff.com18 Jul 2025

'What is going on is the under counting of the migration population in urban areas.' 'It has been going on in the last few censuses.'

'I Don't Believe Guru Dutt's Death Was Suicide'

'I Don't Believe Guru Dutt's Death Was Suicide'

Rediff.com11 Jul 2025

'Abrar uncle said he had started drinking from the afternoon on that fateful day. And he continued drinking till late at night.' 'Thereafter, he must have consumed some sleeping pills, as was his habit.' 'I think that combination went fatally wrong.'

Fuel Cutoff, Pilot Confusion Before AI Plane Crash: AAIB Report

Fuel Cutoff, Pilot Confusion Before AI Plane Crash: AAIB Report

Rediff.com12 Jul 2025

A preliminary investigation into the Air India Flight 171 crash in Ahmedabad reveals that both fuel switches were cut off before the crash, followed by pilot confusion. The report also indicates that fuel samples were satisfactory and no immediate action is recommended for Boeing 787-8 operators.

Alcaraz stretched; Shelton reaches 3rd round in 55 secs

Alcaraz stretched; Shelton reaches 3rd round in 55 secs

Rediff.com5 Jul 2025

Talk about a man in a hurry -- 10th seed Ben Shelton required just 55 seconds to finish off Australian Rinky Hijikata and reach the Wimbledon third round on Friday.

Man kills employer's wife, son in 'act of revenge'

Man kills employer's wife, son in 'act of revenge'

Rediff.com3 Jul 2025

A 24-year-old man killed his employer's wife and teenage son in Delhi's Lajpat Nagar after being publicly scolded for not repaying a loan. The accused, Mukesh Kumar, was arrested while trying to flee.

45 kg gold used in Ayodhya Ram Temple, cost Rs 50 crore

45 kg gold used in Ayodhya Ram Temple, cost Rs 50 crore

Rediff.com6 Jun 2025

A total of 45 kilograms of pure gold has been used in the construction of the Ram Temple in Ayodhya, according to Nripendra Mishra, the chairman of the Ram Temple Construction Committee.

Fitch removes Adani Energy from rating watch, first upgrade since US indictment

Fitch removes Adani Energy from rating watch, first upgrade since US indictment

Rediff.com10 Mar 2025

Fitch Ratings has removed energy infrastructure company Adani Energy Solutions Ltd (AESL) from its 'Ratings Watch Negative' list, the first upgrade by an international ratings agency since the US indictment. Fitch affirmed AESL long-term foreign and local-currency issuer default ratings (IDRs) at 'BBB-'.

Who will light the Paris 2024 Olympic cauldron?

Who will light the Paris 2024 Olympic cauldron?

Rediff.com23 Jul 2024

Paris 2024 organising committee president Tony Estanguet on Sunday said the person who will light the cauldron on Friday was not yet aware they had been selected.

IPL's Purple Cap winner 'switched on' for England challenge

IPL's Purple Cap winner 'switched on' for England challenge

Rediff.com14 Jun 2025

India pacer Prasidh Krishna says he has learned to "switch on" as per the team's requirements and is now looking to carry his rich IPL form on to the tour of England.

Cash Bonanza Awaits Wimbledon Champions!

Cash Bonanza Awaits Wimbledon Champions!

Rediff.com12 Jun 2025

Wimbledon champions to receive record three million pounds in prize money

Builders from other regions tap into Mumbai's redevelopment market

Builders from other regions tap into Mumbai's redevelopment market

Rediff.com17 Jun 2025

Developers based outside Mumbai are making a beeline for India's largest real estate market through redevelopment projects. These include Delhi-based DLF, Bengaluru-based Prestige Estates and Puravankara, Pune-based Kolte-Patil Developers and Vascon Engineers, and Hyderabad-based Ramky Estates.

In a first, tri-services tableau showcases synergy at Kartavya Path

In a first, tri-services tableau showcases synergy at Kartavya Path

Rediff.com26 Jan 2025

India's Republic Day parade featured a tri-services tableau showcasing the country's increasing focus on enhancing synergy among its armed forces. The tableau, themed "Shashakt aur Surakshit Bharat" (strong and secure India), displayed a battlefield scenario with indigenous military equipment, including the Arjun main battle tank, Tejas MKII fighter aircraft, and the destroyer INS Visakhapatnam. The display highlighted the Ministry of Defence's commitment to boosting tri-services synergy and jointness in preparation for future conflicts.

Does India Have A Foreign Policy?

Does India Have A Foreign Policy?

Rediff.com21 Jun 2025

This might help explain why our global outreach has received such a tepid response. We have chosen to be transactional with the world, as our UN votes reveal, points out Aakar Patel.

Tharoor admits to differences with Congress leadership

Tharoor admits to differences with Congress leadership

Rediff.com19 Jun 2025

Congress Working Committee (CWC) member Shashi Tharoor on Thursday said he has differences of opinion with some in the party leadership, but he is not going to speak about them in light of the bypoll in the Nilambur constituency.

What's Next For Payal Kapadia's All We Imagine As Light?

What's Next For Payal Kapadia's All We Imagine As Light?

Rediff.com17 Oct 2024

'It is for the first time that a film of mine will be released in theatres and Indian audiences will finally be able to buy tickets and experience it on a big screen, where cinema truly comes to life.'

Like Alia's Looks At Cannes? VOTE!

Like Alia's Looks At Cannes? VOTE!

Rediff.com26 May 2025

After wearing the Schiaparelli haute couture gown for her debut appearance, Alia Bhatt picked Gucci's first-ever sari embellished with Swarovski crystals for the closing ceremony of Cannes 2025.

Why Waheeda Rehman Left Guru Dutt

Why Waheeda Rehman Left Guru Dutt

Rediff.com8 Jul 2025

'Everyone at Guru Dutt Productions would get monthly salaries. Waheeda didi would get Rs 2,500 per month. And that was the reason why she left.'

Is BJP The 'Party-Splitter' In TN Too?

Is BJP The 'Party-Splitter' In TN Too?

Rediff.com21 Jun 2025

Successive elections since 2019 have proved that the Modi charisma and Shah's strategy does not work in Tamil Nadu. Now, they have to see next year if the DMK is capable of losing, whether to an existing NDA alliance or an expanded version, if one becomes necessary and possible!, explains N Sathiya Moorthy.

Neeraj Chopra Classic rescheduled for July 5, tickets out

Neeraj Chopra Classic rescheduled for July 5, tickets out

Rediff.com3 Jun 2025

The star-studded 12-man event, to be held at the Sree Kanteerava Stadium, will feature seven of the best javelin throwers in the world and five Indians, including Chopra.

Red alert in many states as monsoon covers India; 2 killed U'khand

Red alert in many states as monsoon covers India; 2 killed U'khand

Rediff.com29 Jun 2025

The labourers, who are said to be of Nepali origin, were engaged in the construction of a hotel.

How India celebrated its first Republic Day in 1950

How India celebrated its first Republic Day in 1950

Rediff.com26 Jan 2025

Huge tri-colour-themed banners have been put up along the Kartavya Path while the theme for this year's tableaux that would roll down the boulevard where the annual Republic Day celebrations take place is 'Swarnim Bharat: Virasat aur Vikas', focusing on 75 years of the enactment of the Constitution.

'Not sign of...': Tharoor explains article praising Modi

'Not sign of...': Tharoor explains article praising Modi

Rediff.com24 Jun 2025

Senior Congress leader Shashi Tharoor on Tuesday said his article on Operation Sindoor's global outreach was not a sign of his 'leaping to join' Prime Minister Narendra Modi's party but a statement of national unity, interest and standing up for India.

Amitabh Kant resigns as G20 Sherpa, to begin new chapter

Amitabh Kant resigns as G20 Sherpa, to begin new chapter

Rediff.com16 Jun 2025

Kant, a retired 1980-batch Indian Administrative Service (IAS) officer of Kerala cadre, was appointed as India's G20 Sherpa in July 2022, months before India assumed the G20 Presidency.

Shreyas Iyer fined Rs 12 lakh for slow over-rate vs CSK

Shreyas Iyer fined Rs 12 lakh for slow over-rate vs CSK

Rediff.com1 May 2025

"As this was his team's first offence of the season, under Article 2.22 of the IPL Code of Conduct, which pertains to minimum over-rate offences, Shreyas Iyer was fined Rs 12 Lakh," read an IPL media advisory on Thursday.

'I Was Only Left In My Underwear'

'I Was Only Left In My Underwear'

Rediff.com19 Jun 2025

'As they assaulted me, they kept shouting, "So, you rascal, you speak against officers? Against ministers?" -- and each accusation was accompanied by more blows. 'Seeing that I could not get up, they began stamping on me with their feet and continued until they were exhausted.' Pinarayi Vijayan -- now Kerala's chief minister -- was imprisoned during the Emergency. This is his account of what the police torture he suffered in jail. A revealing excerpt from Goa Governor P S Sreedharan Pillai's Democracy Enchained, Nation Disgraced: Dark Days Of India's Emergency. The first of a series to mark 50 years of the Emergency.

When Raj And Uddhav Met Each Other

When Raj And Uddhav Met Each Other

Rediff.com5 Jul 2025

'If Uddhav bhau and Raj bhau come together, who can stop us?' Prasanna D Zore reports on the fervour and hope set off by the Thackeray cousins coming together.

Singapore Open: Sindhu, Prannoy cruise into Round 2

Singapore Open: Sindhu, Prannoy cruise into Round 2

Rediff.com27 May 2025

Sindhu, Prannoy advance to second round of Singapore Open

UP plans high-tech defence shield against nuke, chemical attacks

UP plans high-tech defence shield against nuke, chemical attacks

Rediff.com8 Jun 2025

Drawing lessons from security protocols of Parliament, the state is working closely with agencies like the Defence Research and Development Organisation and the Electronics Corporation of India Ltd to design a multi-layered safety mechanism.