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A Dad's Tale of Terror, Survival, Humanity in Pahalgam

A Dad's Tale of Terror, Survival, Humanity in Pahalgam

Rediff.com25 Apr 2025

A tale of terror, courage, and humanity -- one father's desperate escape, a mother's sacrifice, and Kashmiris who saved lives.

How Titans' 'black soil' tactic stumped Mumbai Indians

How Titans' 'black soil' tactic stumped Mumbai Indians

Rediff.com30 Mar 2025

Gujarat Titans captain Shubman Gill revealed that the decision to play the IPL 2025 match against Mumbai Indians on a black soil pitch proved crucial.

'This Roller Coaster Has Taught Me To...'

'This Roller Coaster Has Taught Me To...'

Rediff.com7 Jan 2025

'...just be neutral about everything.' 'I will just take life as it comes.'

Egg on my face: Tharoor admits he was wrong on India's Ukraine war stand

Egg on my face: Tharoor admits he was wrong on India's Ukraine war stand

Rediff.com19 Mar 2025

Congress leader Shashi Tharoor has conceded that he was wrong in opposing India's stance on the Russia-Ukraine war, stating that the country's current position allows it to play a significant role in achieving lasting peace. Tharoor, who had initially criticized India's neutrality, now acknowledges that the policy has positioned India as a mediator, capable of engaging with both Russia and Ukraine.

Ex-FIFA chief Blatter, Platini cleared in corruption case

Ex-FIFA chief Blatter, Platini cleared in corruption case

Rediff.com25 Mar 2025

Former FIFA president Sepp Blatter and France soccer great Michel Platini were both cleared of corruption charges by a Swiss court on Tuesday.

Ashwin's Retirement Sends SM Into Spin

Ashwin's Retirement Sends SM Into Spin

Rediff.com18 Dec 2024

Here's how fans reacted on social media...

Pitch invader hugs Kohli during 2nd T20 in Indore

Pitch invader hugs Kohli during 2nd T20 in Indore

Rediff.com14 Jan 2024

A young man was detained after he breached the security arrangements and hugged Virat Kohli on the field.

Rakul-Bhumi's WOW Style Game

Rakul-Bhumi's WOW Style Game

Rediff.com13 Feb 2025

Bhumi Pednekar and Rakul Singh are currently busy promoting their rom-com Mere Husband Ki Biwi, co-starring Arjun Kapoor.

Family of missing Indian student wants her declared dead

Family of missing Indian student wants her declared dead

Rediff.com18 Mar 2025

The family of missing 20-year-old Indian student Sudiksha Konanki has asked police in the Dominican Republic to declare her dead, according to US media reports. Konanki was last seen on March 6 at the Riu Republic Resort in Punta Cana town. She has gone missing while on vacation in the Dominican Republic and US federal law enforcement agencies are working with authorities in the Caribbean country in the probe into her disappearance. Despite an extensive search, her body has not been found.

Santa Dhoni Spreads Christmas Magic!

Santa Dhoni Spreads Christmas Magic!

Rediff.com26 Dec 2024

Mahendra Singh Dhoni brought the magic of Christmas to his family by transforming into Santa Claus for their festive celebrations.

Why President Murmu Hugged These Mothers

Why President Murmu Hugged These Mothers

Rediff.com10 May 2023

President Murmu set aside the protocol of her high office to hug mothers and wives as they mourned their loss and also acknowledged a grateful nation's eternal debt to their kin.

When Sakkeer Hussain Played The Chenda At A Temple

When Sakkeer Hussain Played The Chenda At A Temple

Rediff.com17 Apr 2025

'The entire town, Hindus, Muslims and Christians, my schoolteachers and the ustads from the madrasa were present to witness my arangettam.'

A Rose For Vaani, Aditi, Kiara...

A Rose For Vaani, Aditi, Kiara...

Rediff.com6 Feb 2025

The countdown for the Valentine's day has begun with Rose Day and love is already in the air.

Autism Day: 10 Ways to Support Individuals with Autism

Autism Day: 10 Ways to Support Individuals with Autism

Rediff.com2 Apr 2025

Dr Shakeeb Ahmed Khan, a physiotherapist who works with specially abled children and adults, debunks the myths and helps us understand how to deal with and support individuals with autism.

'Mbappe can reach Cristiano Ronaldo's level'

'Mbappe can reach Cristiano Ronaldo's level'

Rediff.com20 Feb 2025

Real Madrid manager Carlo Ancelotti heaped praise on his striker Kylian Mbappe after he scored a hat-trick in a 3-1 win over Manchester City on Wednesday that took the Champions League holders into the last 16.

Alia, In Gold

Alia, In Gold

Rediff.com5 Feb 2025

Kriti becomes a mermaid... Vaani seeks out a Mandala... Arjun misses his ma...

Why Are These Kids Hugging Trees?

Why Are These Kids Hugging Trees?

Rediff.com14 Dec 2022

School children celebrated Aravalli Day on Tuesday, December 13, 2022 near the Aravalli hills in Gurugram to show solidarity with the clean air and water security of the Aravalli ecosystem.

'Putin Is The Biggest Child Kidnapper'

'Putin Is The Biggest Child Kidnapper'

Rediff.com22 Apr 2025

'Parents are forced to provide their children to Russian re-education camps in occupied territories and in different parts of Russia, for example, in Chechnya, where Ukrainian children wearing military uniform are taught to use weapons.'

Warner, Chahal Share A Hug

Warner, Chahal Share A Hug

Rediff.com20 Mar 2023

Both players were not part of the playing XIs of their respective teams for Sunday's game. The duo shared a smile, a handshake, and a hug before parting.

The Reason Why She's Trending...

The Reason Why She's Trending...

Rediff.com18 Feb 2025

The actor, who got married on February 5, would have probably faded into oblivion but the re-release of her 2016 film, Sanam Teri Kasam, brought her right back in the news.

Rohit Is A True Friends To Fans

Rohit Is A True Friends To Fans

Rediff.com8 Mar 2025

When a few fans called out his name, he instructed the security team to let them approach.

'I Want To Forget The Horror Of This War'

'I Want To Forget The Horror Of This War'

Rediff.com22 Apr 2025

'While I would never wish for anyone to go through what we are, it has brought out the best in us by making each one of us a better version of ourselves.' 'Being courageous, fighting for freedom, taking the burden of responsibility to help each other...' 'I know hundreds and hundreds of examples where Ukrainians are risking their lives for complete strangers and it is only in moments like this that we truly understand what it means to be human.'

Why Ashwin Is Retiring From Cricket

Why Ashwin Is Retiring From Cricket

Rediff.com18 Dec 2024

The 38-year-old was brief while announcing that Wednesday marked his last day as an international cricketer.

World Cup 2023: How Kohli, Naveen hugged and made peace

World Cup 2023: How Kohli, Naveen hugged and made peace

Rediff.com12 Oct 2023

India's batting great Virat Kohli and Afghanistan pacer Naveen Ul Haq, who were involved in an ugly spat in IPL 2023 earlier this year, let bygones be bygones with a shakehand and a hug.

Guess Who Is Hugging Kohli?

Guess Who Is Hugging Kohli?

Rediff.com30 Mar 2024

The IPL 2024 match between Royal Challengers Bangalore and Kolkata Knight Riders witnessed a notable moment as Virat Kohli and Gautam Gambhir appeared to bury the hatchet from their past feud.

'Nitish Kumar Is Behaving Oddly'

'Nitish Kumar Is Behaving Oddly'

Rediff.com22 Mar 2025

'We used to discuss how image-conscious Nitish Kumar was and his sophisticated conduct in public life. All this has become a thing of the past.'

Ex-CM Chouhan turns emotional as tearful women supporters hug him

Ex-CM Chouhan turns emotional as tearful women supporters hug him

Rediff.com15 Dec 2023

Chouhan, who stepped down as CM earlier this week, was also seen getting emotional and in tears as women encircled him and raised slogans in his praise while he was on his way to a famous Hanuman temple in Vidisha, around 55 km from Bhopal, on Thursday.

How Hardik-Rohit Plotted SA's Downfall

How Hardik-Rohit Plotted SA's Downfall

Rediff.com6 Feb 2025

'Rohit Sharma and I have been playing together for so many years -- he knows what kind of personality I have and how much I have cricket awareness.'

After 471 days, 3 Israeli hostages reunited with families

After 471 days, 3 Israeli hostages reunited with families

Rediff.com20 Jan 2025

The three women -- Romi Gnen, Emily Damari, and Doron Steinbrecher -- were held captive by Hamas during its attack on October 7, 2023, which killed at least 1200 people. The Lebanon-backed group released them in exchange for 90 Palestinian prisoners.

Handshakes. Hugs. Some Laughs...

Handshakes. Hugs. Some Laughs...

Rediff.com15 Mar 2023

When the final Test at the Narendra Modi stadium ended in a draw on Monday evening, there was bon homie, with gifts like cricket bats and jerseys being passed around.

15 Scenes When Salman Ditched The Formula

15 Scenes When Salman Ditched The Formula

Rediff.com25 Mar 2025

Sukanya Verma lists 15 scenes that reveal facets of Salman outside the formula.

A Rohit Hug For DK

A Rohit Hug For DK

Rediff.com24 Sep 2022

An emotional Rohit hugged DK after the match.

Zverev confronted by shocking chant at Australian Open

Zverev confronted by shocking chant at Australian Open

Rediff.com27 Jan 2025

The German was visibly distraught ahead of the trophy ceremony, appearing emotional as he fought back tears.

'Delighted to see you back': Modi meets Trump at White House

'Delighted to see you back': Modi meets Trump at White House

Rediff.com14 Feb 2025

Prime Minister Narendra Modi met United States President Donald Trump at the White House in Washington, DC on Thursday.

'Abhishek Just Wanted To Move On'

'Abhishek Just Wanted To Move On'

Rediff.com29 Nov 2024

'That day, I remember I said, can I hug you? And I gave him a big, tight hug.'

'Guy misheard as gaay': Tharoor's dig on Cow Hug Day

'Guy misheard as gaay': Tharoor's dig on Cow Hug Day

Rediff.com11 Feb 2023

Tharoor's dig came a day after the Animal Welfare Board of India said it has withdrawn the appeal to celebrate February 14 as 'Cow Hug Day' following directions from the government amid widespread criticism on social media.

MAGA + MIGA = Mega partnership: Modi at White House

MAGA + MIGA = Mega partnership: Modi at White House

Rediff.com14 Feb 2025

Prime Minister Narendra Modi said on Thursday that India and the United States have set a $500 billion target for bilateral trade by 2030 and added that the teams of two nations will work together to finalise a mutually beneficial trade agreement.

Will PM have courage to...: Cong ahead of Modi-Trump meet

Will PM have courage to...: Cong ahead of Modi-Trump meet

Rediff.com13 Feb 2025

Posing a series of questions to the prime minister, Congress general secretary in-charge communications Jairam Ramesh also asked if Modi would convey to the US president that India would send its own aircraft -- like Venezuela and Colombia did -- to bring back Indian deportees in the future.

Who Is Mbappe Hugging?

Who Is Mbappe Hugging?

Rediff.com15 Dec 2022

Achraf and Kylian -- born within 46 days of each other in 1998 -- play for French club Paris St Germain and reserved their bromance for after the match.

Family Time For The Sorens After Win

Family Time For The Sorens After Win

Rediff.com23 Nov 2024

Kalpana Soren, Jharkhand Chief Minister Hemant Soren's wife, has retained the Gandey assembly seat that she had won in a by-poll earlier this year.