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'Corruption Is No Longer A Bad Word'

'Corruption Is No Longer A Bad Word'

Rediff.com5 Aug 2025

'When India opened its doors to the world, moving away from an agrarian to a market economy, everything, whether life or love, was commodified.'

PSG drub Real Madrid to reach Club World Cup final

PSG drub Real Madrid to reach Club World Cup final

Rediff.com10 Jul 2025

Paris St Germain's Spanish midfielder Fabian Ruiz scored twice in a devastating first-half display as the French champions demolished Real Madrid 4-0 on Wednesday to book their place in the Club World Cup final against Chelsea.

Ayush Mhatre gets special send-off from Rohit

Ayush Mhatre gets special send-off from Rohit

Rediff.com19 Jun 2025

Mhatre later shared the moment on Instagram with a photo and the caption, 'A bat, a blessing, and a memory of a lifetime - thank you Rohit da.'

How Much Will Karisma's Kids Inherit?

How Much Will Karisma's Kids Inherit?

Rediff.com16 Jun 2025

Karisma Kapoor's billionaire ex-husband Sanjay Kapur passed away suddenly on June 13 when he succumbed to a heart attack in London.

PIX: Chelsea trounce PSG to win Club World Cup

PIX: Chelsea trounce PSG to win Club World Cup

Rediff.com14 Jul 2025

Cole Palmer scored twice as the Chelsea proved too good for the Parisians, fresh off their maiden Champions League triumph last month.

NCP expels leader, son after cops name duo in dowry-suicide case

NCP expels leader, son after cops name duo in dowry-suicide case

Rediff.com22 May 2025

The Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) has expelled a local leader and his son after they were named in a dowry harassment and abetment to suicide case in Pune, India. The victim, Vaishnavi, allegedly hanged herself on May 16 after facing harassment from her in-laws for dowry. The police have arrested her husband, mother-in-law, and sister-in-law, while the father-in-law and brother-in-law are absconding. The case has garnered attention due to the involvement of Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar, who attended the couple's wedding and gifted them an SUV.

Poll: Coldplay Tickets As Wedding Gift Or...?

Poll: Coldplay Tickets As Wedding Gift Or...?

Rediff.com27 Sep 2024

Take this fun poll. Let us know how you will spend the money you would have spent on buying the Coldplay tickets if you decided not to go for the concert.

A Day That Ustad Zakir Hussain Gifted Me

A Day That Ustad Zakir Hussain Gifted Me

Rediff.com17 Dec 2024

The eulogies will pour for Ustad Zakir Hussain. There will be those who recount his genius, his enterprise, his achievements, his grace, and his charm. I have no selfies or autographs to remember him by, but I will never forget his most generous and gracious gift to me -- one day in heaven, among the celestial ensemble of Indian music.

The Legend of M T Vasudevan Nair Lives On

The Legend of M T Vasudevan Nair Lives On

Rediff.com15 Jul 2025

No author in the Malayalam literary canon has influenced and profoundly changed the way normal people interact with each other than the ever-relevant, eclectic yet elusive body of work left behind by MT Vasudevan Nair, notes Arjun Menon.

How 2 Women Spent 8 Months At Sea

How 2 Women Spent 8 Months At Sea

Rediff.com20 Jun 2025

What tasks they accomplished, how they stayed fit, what did they eat, whom did they meet, what they brought back... amazing stories from an epic voyage.

Dravid's mantra for aspiring cricketers: 'Understand yourself'

Dravid's mantra for aspiring cricketers: 'Understand yourself'

Rediff.com18 May 2025

Former India captain and head coach Rahul Dravid's mantra for those aspiring to take up cricket professionally.

Why I Will Be Going Back To Vietnam

Why I Will Be Going Back To Vietnam

Rediff.com4 Aug 2025

Vietnam was wonderful and the people warm and hospitable, Radhika Mittal discovered over a 11-day stay.

'Abhishek Has Gone Through A Lot'

'Abhishek Has Gone Through A Lot'

Rediff.com17 Jul 2025

'It's a tremendous accomplishment to have a father like Amitabh Bachchan and still be so sorted, to not taste the kind of success that he should have and yet be so balanced.'

Border row with India will take time to settle, open to talks: China

Border row with India will take time to settle, open to talks: China

Rediff.com30 Jun 2025

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, in his meeting with Chinese counterpart Dong Jun in Qingdao on June 26, proposed that India and China should solve the "complex issues" under a structured roadmap comprising steps to de-escalate tensions along the frontiers and rejuvenate the existing mechanism to demarcate the borders.

Co-investment may slip its leash as rules relax for big-ticket plays

Co-investment may slip its leash as rules relax for big-ticket plays

Rediff.com30 Jun 2025

Co-investment under the portfolio management services (PMS) route accounted for less than 50 crore in assets and involved fewer than a dozen clients for much of 2022. Since then, assets under management have risen to 3,812 crore across 535 clients as of April 2025, according to the latest regulatory data. The recent changes may open the door to greater investment from sovereign wealth and pension funds, experts say.

Ready For Squid Game Finale On OTT?

Ready For Squid Game Finale On OTT?

Rediff.com27 Jun 2025

Income tax raids, killer games, village elections, criminal investigations, things are rather exciting on OTT this week, as Sukanya Verma notes.

Spreading Love With Irani Chai

Spreading Love With Irani Chai

Rediff.com19 Jul 2025

'Only a fool would put his life savings into a restaurant at 59... but I did'

Now, You Can Study In A UK College... In India

Now, You Can Study In A UK College... In India

Rediff.com9 Jul 2025

At least six major UK universities have announced plans to set up campuses or liaison offices in India.

Ramzan gift: Swiggy lets users to pause food notifications while fasting

Ramzan gift: Swiggy lets users to pause food notifications while fasting

Rediff.com10 Mar 2025

Swiggy on Monday announced the launch of the 'Fasting Mode' feature that offers users the flexibility to pause food notifications whenever they observe a fast.

Day 3 PIX: India rally with Rahul ton, but England...

Day 3 PIX: India rally with Rahul ton, but England...

Rediff.com13 Jul 2025

IMAGES from Day 3 of the third Test match, played between England and India at Lord's, London, on Saturday.

Fatima Has A Song On Her Lips

Fatima Has A Song On Her Lips

Rediff.com12 Jun 2025

Shriya's berry look... Esha looks like the sun... Pranita shares a throwback picture...

'Behind The Laughter, I Sensed Something Heavier'

'Behind The Laughter, I Sensed Something Heavier'

Rediff.com26 May 2025

Hansal Mehta paid rich tribute to his friend Mukul Dev, who shockingly passed into the ages on May 23. He was 54.

Wimbledon 2025: Sabalenka, Keys Cruise Into Round 3

Wimbledon 2025: Sabalenka, Keys Cruise Into Round 3

Rediff.com2 Jul 2025

Sabalenka, Keys reach Wimbledon third round with contrasting victories.

Stage set for next round of Verstappen v Russell clash

Stage set for next round of Verstappen v Russell clash

Rediff.com25 Jun 2025

Present rivalries and past collisions hang over Red Bull's home Austrian Grand Prix as Formula One braces for the next round of Max Verstappen v George Russell and more title-chasing drama at McLaren.

Wimbledon PIX: Krejcikova, Swiatek through to Round 3

Wimbledon PIX: Krejcikova, Swiatek through to Round 3

Rediff.com4 Jul 2025

Defending champion Krejcikova edges Dolehide to move into third round at Wimbledon 2025

Club World Cup PIX: Flamengo fight back to stun Chelsea

Club World Cup PIX: Flamengo fight back to stun Chelsea

Rediff.com21 Jun 2025

Flamengo overturned a first-half deficit to defeat Chelsea 3-1 in their Club World Cup Group D clash on Friday, with second-half goals from Bruno Henrique, Danilo, and Wallace Yan securing the Brazilian side's second consecutive win in the tournament.

Gift A TV: Up To 70% Off Top Brands

Gift A TV: Up To 70% Off Top Brands

Rediff.com13 Feb 2025

Valentine's Day=Quality time together. Why not make those moments steamy in front of a brand-new television, holding hands, smooching, in your own private movie world, like how it was in the drive-in era?

Gift A TV: Up To 70% Off Top Brands

Gift A TV: Up To 70% Off Top Brands

Rediff.com13 Feb 2025

Valentine's Day=Quality time together. Why not make those moments steamy in front of a brand-new television, holding hands, smooching, in your own private movie world, like how it was in the drive-in era?

Detective Sherdil Review: Whodunit? Who cares?

Detective Sherdil Review: Whodunit? Who cares?

Rediff.com20 Jun 2025

The silliness Detective Sherdil packs in the guise of humour not only trivialises a likeable star into a scallywag but squanders its ensemble cast into one-note distractions, notes Sukanya Verma.

BSE: Stock Exchange That Refused To Die

BSE: Stock Exchange That Refused To Die

Rediff.com25 Jul 2025

The story of the Bombay Stock Exchange and the people who shaped its growth: From wars and bomb blasts to speculators, reformers and wealth creators.

Be Prepared For Another War!

Be Prepared For Another War!

Rediff.com18 Jul 2025

India needs to be technologically and militarily prepared to defend itself from both Pakistan and China, alerts Ramesh Menon.

Alcaraz edges Lehecka to win second Queen's title

Alcaraz edges Lehecka to win second Queen's title

Rediff.com22 Jun 2025

Carlos Alcaraz, who triumphed at Queen's a few weeks before claiming his first Wimbledon title in 2023, extended his winning streak to 18 matches.

Hijacker played Antakshari, gifted shawl: IC-814 survivor

Hijacker played Antakshari, gifted shawl: IC-814 survivor

Rediff.com5 Sep 2024

Pooja Kataria, a passenger on the IC-814 flight hijacked in 1999, says viewers should approach the recently released web series based on the incident as entertainment rather than sparking controversy.

SEE: Inside Andre Russell's Wild Birthday Bash

SEE: Inside Andre Russell's Wild Birthday Bash

Rediff.com30 Apr 2025

A crucial win, a birthday bash, and a cake-filled celebration - Andre Russell couldn't have asked for a better night.

Delhi govt urges Centre to suspend fuel ban on old vehicles

Delhi govt urges Centre to suspend fuel ban on old vehicles

Rediff.com3 Jul 2025

The Delhi government has requested the Centre's air quality panel to suspend the fuel ban on older vehicles, citing implementation challenges and public discontent. The government is also seeking solutions to restrictions on end-of-life vehicles.

Goddess Kali crown gifted by Modi stolen from B'desh temple

Goddess Kali crown gifted by Modi stolen from B'desh temple

Rediff.com11 Oct 2024

Prime Minister Modi presented the crown to the Jeshoreshwari Temple in March 2021, during his visit to Bangladesh.

First Photo of KL Rahul's Baby Girl Is Here

First Photo of KL Rahul's Baby Girl Is Here

Rediff.com18 Apr 2025

Actor Athiya Shetty and cricketer KL Rahul have introduced their baby girl to the world, revealing her name-Evaarah, which means 'Gift of God'.

What Is She Whispering Into Nandi's Ear?

What Is She Whispering Into Nandi's Ear?

Rediff.com15 May 2025

Miss World contestants' heritage itinerary took an interesting turn as the participating beauties immersed themselves in Indian tradition, delved into the spiritual heritage of Telangana.

'My Maa, The Unsung Hero Of Our Family'

'My Maa, The Unsung Hero Of Our Family'

Rediff.com12 May 2025

'The one who tirelessly cares for us, nurtures us, and loves us unconditionally...'

How do you eat, sleep in space? Schoolchildren ask Shuks

How do you eat, sleep in space? Schoolchildren ask Shuks

Rediff.com3 Jul 2025

Astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla, aboard the International Space Station, interacted with students in Lucknow, answering questions about life in space, the challenges of readjusting to Earth, and the benefits of space exploration.