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Indian-origin boy kills family in US, had checked ChatGPT for ideas

Indian-origin boy kills family in US, had checked ChatGPT for ideas

Rediff.com13 Aug 2026

A 17-year-old Indian-origin boy has been charged with the shocking murders of his mother and younger brother in their Massachusetts home, following an investigation that revealed his online searches about family killings.

India coach's 'free-hit' idea to solve no-ball crisis

India coach's 'free-hit' idea to solve no-ball crisis

Rediff.com26 Aug 2026

Indian spin bowling coach Sairaj Bahutule has suggested introducing free-hits in Test cricket to curb the increasing problem of no-balls, a concern highlighted by Indian spinners overstepping 10 times in the ongoing Test against Sri Lanka. He acknowledged the issue and the efforts being made to rectify it.

8 Outstanding Monsoon Travel Ideas

8 Outstanding Monsoon Travel Ideas

Rediff.com7 Aug 2026

Make the most of the monsoon with these hatke experiences.

5 High Growth Business Ideas for First-Time Women Entrepreneurs

5 High Growth Business Ideas for First-Time Women Entrepreneurs

Rediff.com24 Aug 2026

The companies that grow are the ones that adapt quickly, embrace technology thoughtfully and never lose sight of the customer.

How IdeaForge's Rs 500 Crore QIP Fuels India's Drone Technology Future

How IdeaForge's Rs 500 Crore QIP Fuels India's Drone Technology Future

Rediff.com14 Jul 2026

Drone technology company ideaForge Technology has successfully raised Rs 500 crore through a Qualified Institutional Placement (QIP). The funding, which saw strong interest from domestic and international institutional investors, will be used to accelerate innovation, expand its product portfolio into combat drones and autonomous systems, and strengthen its working capital to meet growing demand in defence, homeland security, and civil sectors.

How IdeaForge's Rs 500 Crore QIP Fuels India's Drone Technology Future

How IdeaForge's Rs 500 Crore QIP Fuels India's Drone Technology Future

Rediff.com14 Jul 2026

Drone technology company ideaForge Technology has successfully raised Rs 500 crore through a Qualified Institutional Placement (QIP). The funding, which saw strong interest from domestic and international institutional investors, will be used to accelerate innovation, expand its product portfolio into combat drones and autonomous systems, and strengthen its working capital to meet growing demand in defence, homeland security, and civil sectors.

India's Asian Games contingent to focus on empathy and safeguarding

India's Asian Games contingent to focus on empathy and safeguarding

Rediff.com1 days ago

The Indian contingent for the upcoming Asian Games in Aichi-Nagoya will undergo orientation sessions focusing on empathy and mutual respect. For the first time, a Safeguarding Officer will accompany the 768-strong team to provide support, counsel distressed athletes, and enforce a code of conduct, ensuring a safe and conducive environment for performance. The officer's role, mandated by the Olympic Council of Asia, includes confidential reporting and potential accreditation suspension for serious violations.

Can India help bring the Russia-Ukraine war to an end?

Can India help bring the Russia-Ukraine war to an end?

Rediff.com20 hours ago

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar stated that India is in continuous dialogue with both Ukraine and Russia, seeking ideas and suggestions to mitigate or cease the ongoing conflict. Following his visit to Kyiv, Jaishankar reiterated India's stance that the war must end through dialogue and diplomacy, emphasising that trade decisions like oil purchases are not the solution to the conflict.

10 Skills AI Is Teaching That Schools Aren't

10 Skills AI Is Teaching That Schools Aren't

Rediff.com25 Aug 2026

When a student asks AI to explore an idea, challenges its response, asks for alternatives, improves the output and decides what is worth retaining, the student is practising behaviours that are central to leadership, says Jaspreet Bindra, co-founder and CEO of AI & Beyond, an organisation promoting AI literacy.

5 Rakhi Ads That Melted Our Hearts

5 Rakhi Ads That Melted Our Hearts

Rediff.com27 Aug 2026

Five Raksha Bandhan ads that stayed with us long after the festival was over...

Kushner defends FIFA's $20 billion gamble, but concedes political miscalculation

Kushner defends FIFA's $20 billion gamble, but concedes political miscalculation

Rediff.com4 days ago

Josh Kushner said Thrive Capital misjudged football's political dynamics, would have avoided FIFA's failed $20 billion rights plan, but still supports its aim of broader investment.

How Khelo India Dialogue Aims To Shape India's Sporting Future

How Khelo India Dialogue Aims To Shape India's Sporting Future

Rediff.com26 Aug 2026

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will host the 'Khelo India Dialogue' to engage with youth on India's sporting journey, national development, and Olympic aspirations. The virtual event, structured around five key themes including sports ecosystem improvement, youth leadership, and a 'Nasha Mukt Yuva' movement, aims to gather ideas for a stronger, youth-led 'Viksit Bharat' and nurture talent for the 2036 Olympics.

8 Teachers Every Indian Should Know

8 Teachers Every Indian Should Know

Rediff.com12 hours ago

From ancient gurus to pioneering educationists and social reformers, India's history is peopled by remarkable teachers who saw learning as a force for change.

Mumbai Cricket Team Web Series Planned to Showcase Behind-the-Scenes Journey

Mumbai Cricket Team Web Series Planned to Showcase Behind-the-Scenes Journey

Rediff.com1 days ago

The Mumbai Cricket Association (MCA) is planning a web series or documentary to capture a full season of the Mumbai senior cricket team, aiming to inspire youth and offer fans a behind-the-scenes look at the 42-time Ranji Trophy champions.

It's Time To Replace Gambhir As Test Coach

It's Time To Replace Gambhir As Test Coach

Rediff.com5 days ago

India have never looked so vulnerable in Test cricket in recent times. They need a complete reset of their approach to Test cricket, and perhaps a new coach with fresh ideas could revitalise Shubman Gill and his boys.

Young Leaders Dialogue To Shape India's Future

Young Leaders Dialogue To Shape India's Future

Rediff.com19 Aug 2026

The third edition of the Viksit Bharat Young Leaders Dialogue (VBYLD) has commenced with a quiz contest, leading to a national finale in January 2027 where young leaders will present their ideas for a developed India to Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The multi-stage event includes essay challenges, district championships, and state-level dialogues, aiming to foster youth participation in nation-building across various thematic areas.

Why Bank CEOs Are Walking Away

Why Bank CEOs Are Walking Away

Rediff.com5 days ago

'There is mis-alignment in strategic thinking of the board and management.' 'As the business environment and customer behaviour evolve rapidly, boards are increasingly looking for leaders who can bring new ideas and challenge legacy approaches.'

Divyenndu On Mirzapur: 'You Will See The Vintage Munna, Unhinged'

Divyenndu On Mirzapur: 'You Will See The Vintage Munna, Unhinged'

Rediff.com8 hours ago

'You will see Munna in his all guns blazing avatar.'

OTT This Week: DC, Dhamaal 4, Gandhari, Unmadham

OTT This Week: DC, Dhamaal 4, Gandhari, Unmadham

Rediff.com1 days ago

This week's OTT releases offer a diverse range of entertainment, from a violent spin on the Devdas story in DC to the return of the Dhamaal gang in Dhamaal 4, and the latest intergalactic adventures of The Mandalorian and Grogu.

Jio Prime Reintroduction Hints at Looming Tariff Hikes

Jio Prime Reintroduction Hints at Looming Tariff Hikes

Rediff.com26 Aug 2026

Reliance Jio's reintroduction of Jio Prime membership with a price lock until September 2027 and the retention of its entry-level daily unlimited data plan at ~299 rupees are seen by industry analysts as strong indicators of imminent tariff hikes across the Indian telecom sector.

India Sets 10-Year Vision For Defence Diplomacy

India Sets 10-Year Vision For Defence Diplomacy

Rediff.com1 days ago

'India is trying to project that it can engage with the world in a different way too.'

Android Gets Smarter This September

Android Gets Smarter This September

Rediff.com1 days ago

Android's September Drop brings smarter AI, easier messaging and practical everyday features.

The 17 Year Old Running A Business For Women

The 17 Year Old Running A Business For Women

Rediff.com4 days ago

Seventeen-year-old Naavya Shah's idea was simple -- source fresh flour from a women-run mill, sell it directly to customers and, wherever possible, put women in charge of the parts of the business they had traditionally been excluded from.

Why TCS Made Big Porsche Bet

Why TCS Made Big Porsche Bet

Rediff.com4 days ago

'Across the entire value chain, we will be able to industrialise AI adoption, and that is the main purpose of the deal.'

World Letter Writing Day: 8 Letters, 8 Special Stories

World Letter Writing Day: 8 Letters, 8 Special Stories

Rediff.com4 days ago

World Letter Writing Day is a time to recall historic letters. Some letters were written in love. Some in grief. Others at moments when the world stood on the brink of change.

Did Swara Bhasker Call Rani Padmavati A Coward?

Did Swara Bhasker Call Rani Padmavati A Coward?

Rediff.com3 days ago

'I want to make it absolutely clear that I did not say that Rani Padmavati was a coward, or that the other women, the queens of the palace, and the women who did Jauhar were cowards.'

'Don't Give Him Special Treatment': Ashwin on Pant

'Don't Give Him Special Treatment': Ashwin on Pant

Rediff.com28 Aug 2026

Ravichandran Ashwin has expressed his concern over Rishabh Pant's shot selection, stating that while his attacking style brings unforgettable moments, the wicketkeeper-batter needs to learn when to rein himself in and prioritise the team's needs over his natural instinct to attack.

How AI And A Smartphone Could Change Cricket Coaching

How AI And A Smartphone Could Change Cricket Coaching

Rediff.com1 days ago

Can AI transform grassroots 'If technology can help develop players a little quicker and make coaching more informed, then it has done its job.'

Neetal Narang India's First Asian Games Safeguarding Officer For Asian Games

Neetal Narang India's First Asian Games Safeguarding Officer For Asian Games

Rediff.com2 days ago

Neetal Narang has been appointed as India's first Safeguarding Officer for the upcoming Asian Games, a role mandated by the Olympic Council of Asia.

Avinash Sable Confident Of Asian Games Gold After Injury Battle

Avinash Sable Confident Of Asian Games Gold After Injury Battle

Rediff.com10 hours ago

Indian steeplechase athlete Avinash Sable details his arduous journey back to fitness after an ACL and meniscus injury in July 2025, which forced him to miss the Commonwealth Games. Despite a challenging recovery period filled with self-doubt, Sable has trained intensely at high-altitude facilities and the SAI Smart Track, expressing strong confidence in retaining his Asian Games 3000m steeplechase gold in 2026. He is set to compete in his first steeplechase event in a year, affirming his readiness for the upcoming continental challenge.

'Taapsee Is A Risk Taker'

'Taapsee Is A Risk Taker'

Rediff.com3 days ago

'I wanted to push the buttons further and see what can come out of putting Taapsee in this intense role where she has to deep-dive into a woman and her sense of great loss.'

Rs 1 Trillion Club Swells

Rs 1 Trillion Club Swells

Rediff.com3 days ago

Newly listed companies Vedanta Aluminium Metal, SBI Funds Management and Manipal Health Enterprises have entered the Rs 1 trillion mcap list since March 2026.

Naomi Osaka's unique fashion choices steal the show at US Open

Naomi Osaka's unique fashion choices steal the show at US Open

Rediff.com4 days ago

Naomi Osaka showcased a distinctive Allen Iverson-inspired outfit with a billowing tulle train at the U.S. Open, continuing her trend of bold Grand Slam fashion statements, before securing a hard-fought victory.

Why UPI Should Be Kept Free

Why UPI Should Be Kept Free

Rediff.com5 days ago

Making UPI payments fee-based for some transactions could enhance mental reservations against digital payments -- which have largely been overcome -- once more. Do we want to regress?, asks R Jagannthan.

Deep Dasgupta reveals how Sourav Ganguly's bold mindset transformed Team India

Deep Dasgupta reveals how Sourav Ganguly's bold mindset transformed Team India

Rediff.com7 days ago

Deep Dasgupta said Sourav Ganguly's "I am the king" mindset transformed India's response to sledging, encouraging teammates to openly give back instead of silently channelling their anger.

Asia Games: Why Indian athletes are sleeping in shipping containers

Asia Games: Why Indian athletes are sleeping in shipping containers

Rediff.com1 days ago

Indian athletes are undergoing a unique acclimatisation process at NSNIS Patiala and Bengaluru, spending nights in makeshift shipping container rooms. This initiative by the Sports Authority of India aims to prepare them for the unusual container-style accommodation awaiting them at the upcoming Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games in Japan, ensuring logistical issues do not distract from their performance.

'Uttam Kumar Showed Us The Journey Of A Superstar'

'Uttam Kumar Showed Us The Journey Of A Superstar'

Rediff.com1 days ago

'It's a matter of pride for us that a man from Bengal is ruling hearts all over the world.'

'I'm A Pretty Funny Guy In Real Life'

'I'm A Pretty Funny Guy In Real Life'

Rediff.com24 Aug 2026

'I wanted to make an out-and-out entertainer, a film where people could come into the theatre, laugh, have fun, and walk out feeling entertained. That was my thought when I took up Korean Kanakaraju.'

'She Hasn't Kissed Me In 29 Years'

'She Hasn't Kissed Me In 29 Years'

Rediff.com1 days ago

In his advice to a distressed husband rediffGURU Ravi Mittal, dating coach, CEO of online dating website Quack Quack and Rebounce, a matrimony platform, explains how to address long-standing issues in a marriage.

I'm Game Review: Squanders Killer Premise

I'm Game Review: Squanders Killer Premise

Rediff.com1 days ago

I'm Game starts with a wickedly fun possessed-hand premise and plenty of style, only to lose its grip in a predictable second half.