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Trump dispels health rumours, hits golf course

Trump dispels health rumours, hits golf course

Rediff.com31 Aug 2025

President Donald Trump spent part of Saturday on the golf course, dispelling speculation that health concerns had kept him away from public view for the past few days.

Is it time to do politics?: Cong slams BJP for criticising UPA's approach

Is it time to do politics?: Cong slams BJP for criticising UPA's approach

Rediff.com10 May 2025

The opposition party's criticism came after the BJP hit out at the UPA government's approach in dealing with Pakistan.

Mohanlal apologises over Gujarat riots reference in 'Empuraan'

Mohanlal apologises over Gujarat riots reference in 'Empuraan'

Rediff.com30 Mar 2025

On Thursday, the opening day of the movie itself, the Sangh Parivar came out with vehement criticism against the film on social media, while the Congress and a section of the Left platforms celebrated the film for portraying the right-wing politics as "villainous".

Right-wing vlogger booked for remarks on Kerala blast

Right-wing vlogger booked for remarks on Kerala blast

Rediff.com8 Nov 2023

A right-wing vlogger has been booked for allegedly spreading hatred via social media in connection with the recent blast at a religious gathering that killed four people near Kochi last week, police said on Wednesday.

For The 1st Time: No Dhoni, Rohit, Kohli

For The 1st Time: No Dhoni, Rohit, Kohli

Rediff.com22 Mar 2024

For the first time, no Indian superstar will lead an IPL team.

BJP MP Kangana Promotes Pakistani Song!

BJP MP Kangana Promotes Pakistani Song!

Rediff.com13 May 2025

At a time when India is banning all things Pakistan, thanks to the recent war-like situation between the two countries, BJP MP Kangana Ranaut is encouraging Pakistani music.

UEFA to discuss with FIFA, IFAB rule that disallowed Alvarez penalty

UEFA to discuss with FIFA, IFAB rule that disallowed Alvarez penalty

Rediff.com14 Mar 2025

The UEFA said the correct decision was made to disallow Julian Alvarez's penalty in Atletico Madrid's Champions League loss to city rivals Real Madrid on Wednesday, but European soccer's governing body would enter discussions to review the rule.

Man threatens terror attack during Maha Kumbh on X

Man threatens terror attack during Maha Kumbh on X

Rediff.com25 Dec 2024

A police case was filed here on Tuesday after a video turned up on X showing a person making threats to spread terror during the Maha Kumbh in Prayagraj, an officer said.

Trump pauses tariffs on Mexico, Canada negotiations continue

Trump pauses tariffs on Mexico, Canada negotiations continue

Rediff.com3 Feb 2025

Trump on February 1 had announced tariffs on major US trading partners Canada, Mexico and China. He imposed a 25 per cent tariff on Canadian and Mexican imports and a 10 per cent on goods from China.

Encourage direct talks between India, Pakistan: US

Encourage direct talks between India, Pakistan: US

Rediff.com14 May 2025

The United States said it encourages 'direct communication' between India and Pakistan and commends Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif for choosing the path of peace.

Djokovic struck on head by water bottle while signing autographs

Djokovic struck on head by water bottle while signing autographs

Rediff.com11 May 2024

World number one Novak Djokovic required medical attention after being struck on the head by a water bottle following his second-round win over France's Corentin Moutet at the Italian Open on Friday.

Brazil responds to Trump's 50% tariff with 'Reciprocity Law'

Brazil responds to Trump's 50% tariff with 'Reciprocity Law'

Rediff.com10 Jul 2025

Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva on Wednesday (local time) issued a firm response to United States President Donald Trump's announcement of a 50 per cent tariff on Brazil by invoking the country's 'Economic Reciprocity Law', while asserting Brazil's sovereignty and rejecting 'any form of tutelage' in what he described as Trump's attempts to interfere in the country's internal judicial affairs.

Samay Raina's Gujarat shows cancelled over Allahbadia row

Samay Raina's Gujarat shows cancelled over Allahbadia row

Rediff.com13 Feb 2025

Gujarat VHP spokesperson Hitendrasinh Rajput said stand-up comedian Raina had planned four shows in the state -- one each in Surat on April 17 and Vadodara on April 18, and two in Ahmedabad on April 19 and 20.

UP: Outsiders banned from camps set up for kanwariyas

UP: Outsiders banned from camps set up for kanwariyas

Rediff.com9 Jul 2025

A senior Uttar Pradesh government official has issued directives to ensure the safe and smooth completion of the Kanwar Yatra, including banning outsiders from entering camps, enforcing a ban on single-use plastic, and providing basic facilities to kanwariyas.

K'taka HC judge expresses regret over 'Pakistan' remark

K'taka HC judge expresses regret over 'Pakistan' remark

Rediff.com22 Sep 2024

On September 20, a five-judge bench of the apex court headed by the Chief Justice of India D Y Chandrachud took serious note of two videos in which the HC judge is seen making the comments in open court and sought a report from the Registrar General of the high court .

Happy Birthday Dravid!

Happy Birthday Dravid!

Rediff.com11 Jan 2024

Wishes poured in for the legendary Indian cricketer across social media platforms. From archival videos of some of his most memorable innings to ads he featured in in the mid-90s to interviews with cricket journalists, Dravid's legacy has been celebrated and how!

Why Short-Sellers Are Key For Balanced Market

Why Short-Sellers Are Key For Balanced Market

Rediff.com25 Jul 2025

When shorts are based on perceived corporate mismanagement or malfeasance, as in cases like Enron and Satyam, they enable the financial system to work efficiently, points out Devangshu Datta.

IT dept can check WhatsApp, email only during...: Sources

IT dept can check WhatsApp, email only during...: Sources

Rediff.com10 Mar 2025

The tax department conducts about 100-150 "full blown" searches and surveys in a financial year, and this enforcement action is not aimed towards the common taxpaying individual or entity.

Srinagar Airfares Drop After Govt Intervention

Srinagar Airfares Drop After Govt Intervention

Rediff.com25 Apr 2025

Airlines waive cancellation and rescheduling fees and boost flight capacity from Srinagar.

Navi Mumbai airport opening pushed back by 2 months

Navi Mumbai airport opening pushed back by 2 months

Rediff.com17 Mar 2025

The entire construction of the Navi Mumbai airport project is expected to be completed in five phases.

The little-known BluSmart founder

The little-known BluSmart founder

Rediff.com1 May 2025

As the Jaggi brothers - Anmol Singh Jaggi and Puneet Singh Jaggi - find themselves at the heart of the financial mismanagement in the Gensol-BluSmart saga, attention on the third BluSmart co-founder, Punit K Goyal, has taken a notably different turn.

Kanimozhi eats food cooked by SC woman to send a social message

Kanimozhi eats food cooked by SC woman to send a social message

Rediff.com12 Sep 2023

Kanimozhi also encouraged the school children to have the delicious meal.

Scribe's video on remark against Cong leader unedited, X tells HC

Scribe's video on remark against Cong leader unedited, X tells HC

Rediff.com13 Jul 2024

X claimed that the video in the social media posts which Sharma seeks to remove from its platform matches with his channel India TV's own livestream and is prima facie "authentic".

Engineer ends life in UP, blames wife, in-laws for harassment in video

Engineer ends life in UP, blames wife, in-laws for harassment in video

Rediff.com20 Apr 2025

A 33-year-old engineer, Mohit Yadav, died by suicide in a hotel room near Etawah railway station, leaving behind a video message accusing his wife and in-laws of mentally harassing him over property issues. The incident comes just months after a similar case involving techie Atul Subhash in Bengaluru, who also ended his life alleging harassment by his estranged wife and her family. Yadav's family alleged that his in-laws pressured him to transfer his property to his wife's name and threatened him when he refused. Police are investigating the case.

Why India-Pak clash in Asia Cup will go on as planned

Why India-Pak clash in Asia Cup will go on as planned

Rediff.com28 Jul 2025

In multilateral contests, it would go by the Olympic Charter, which prohibits any discrimination based on political issues, which is why the government has stated that it would not stop Pakistan from coming to India for international events.

Navy HQ staffer held for leaking Op Sindoor details with Pak handler

Navy HQ staffer held for leaking Op Sindoor details with Pak handler

Rediff.com26 Jun 2025

Vishal Yadav, an Upper Division Clerk (UDC) in the Directorate of Dockyard at the Navy building, allegedly also shared details on Operation Sindoor -- strikes carried out by the Indian Armed Forces in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir in response to the Pahalgam terror attack.

'ALL HELL TO PAY': Trump's ultimatum to Hamas

'ALL HELL TO PAY': Trump's ultimatum to Hamas

Rediff.com3 Dec 2024

Trump vowed that those responsible for the hostage-taking would be "hit harder" than any previous actions taken against foreign entities by the US.

How parties use WhatsApp as go to campaign medium

How parties use WhatsApp as go to campaign medium

Rediff.com17 Mar 2024

In the run-up to the 2024 Lok Sabha elections, political parties are extensively using social media to propagate their achievements and seek support from voters.

Sehwag Unfollows Wife: What's Up, Viru?

Sehwag Unfollows Wife: What's Up, Viru?

Rediff.com24 Jan 2025

Speculation about the couple's relationship grew after Aarti had made her Instagram account private, and Sehwag reportedly unfollowed her on the platform.

US will annex Greenland for global security: Trump

US will annex Greenland for global security: Trump

Rediff.com14 Mar 2025

Speaking to reporters during a meeting with Rutte at the White House on Thursday (local time), Trump said the US needs Greenland for "international security" and hinted at future discussions on the matter.

Mahua Moitra moves HC to restrict 'defamatory' content

Mahua Moitra moves HC to restrict 'defamatory' content

Rediff.com17 Oct 2023

Trinamool Congress (TMC) member Mahua Moitra on Tuesday approached the Delhi high court seeking to restrain Bharatiya Janata Party MP Nishikant Dubey, an advocate and several social media platforms and media houses from posting, circulating or publishing any alleged fake and defamatory content against her.

Turkiye ski resort fire kills 66, injures 51

Turkiye ski resort fire kills 66, injures 51

Rediff.com21 Jan 2025

AA reported that emergency teams from neighboring cities, including firefighters, disaster response units, and medical teams supported by helicopters, were dispatched to the scene.

Neymar back on the pitch after lengthy injury layoff

Neymar back on the pitch after lengthy injury layoff

Rediff.com20 Oct 2024

Neymar took part in team training and will join the Al-Hilal squad for their Asian Champions League trip to UAE Pro League club Al-Ain after recovering from a serious knee injury, the Saudi Pro League club said.

Shots fired! Police subdue threat at Euro fan parade

Shots fired! Police subdue threat at Euro fan parade

Rediff.com16 Jun 2024

Hamburg police fire shots at axe-wielding person at Euro 2024 fan parade

Male friend booked after woman's car falls into valley

Male friend booked after woman's car falls into valley

Rediff.com20 Jun 2024

Police have registered a case against a man after his woman friend died when a car she was driving fell into a valley in Maharashtra's Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar district three days ago, an official said on Thursday.

Mexican footballer throws 'explosive' inside press conference

Mexican footballer throws 'explosive' inside press conference

Rediff.com4 Oct 2024

Some reporters later returned to the conference room, although local press strongly condemned the player's actions, adding to criticism of the team's poor form this season, which has left them sitting 10th in the Liga MX table.

Op Sindoor takes centre stage at Red Fort on I-Day

Op Sindoor takes centre stage at Red Fort on I-Day

Rediff.com15 Aug 2025

The bilingual -- Hindi and English -- invitation cards for I-Day anniversary celebrations carry this image on the top right corner of the invite, while the silhouetted image of the Chenab bridge, the world's tallest railway arch bridge, sits at the lower side of the cards, which have largely being issued online via 'Aamantran' website of the Ministry of Defence.

Sheikh Hasina's Awami League officially banned in B'desh

Sheikh Hasina's Awami League officially banned in B'desh

Rediff.com13 May 2025

The Awami League leaders were charged with committing crimes against humanity over the deaths of hundreds of people during last year's anti-government protests by a student platform. The protests resulted in the ouster of Hasina's 16-year-long regime on August 5.

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