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Imran Khan: From Bollywood fame to political crossfire

Imran Khan: From Bollywood fame to political crossfire

Rediff.com2 days ago

Actor Imran Khan, an American citizen, has been served a notice by Mumbai Police directing him to leave India by October 28 for allegedly violating immigration laws. This comes after his participation in recent political protests. His lawyer plans to challenge the decision in the Bombay High Court.

'Illegal': Actor Imran Khan challenges 'leave India' order

'Illegal': Actor Imran Khan challenges 'leave India' order

Rediff.com2 hours ago

Bollywood actor Imran Khan has launched a legal challenge in the Bombay high court against a police notice ordering him to leave India by October 28, following his participation in a political protest and a concurrent review of his OCI status.

Ashwin baffled by Kuldeep's exclusion, says India's decision lacks common sense

Ashwin baffled by Kuldeep's exclusion, says India's decision lacks common sense

Rediff.com2 days ago

Former India spinner R Ashwin has criticised the team management's decision to drop left-arm wrist spinner Kuldeep Yadav from the playing eleven during the ongoing T20I series against the West Indies. Ashwin stated that the decision lacked common sense, especially given Kuldeep's previous performance and the West Indies batters' struggles against him. He believes Kuldeep's presence could have significantly impacted the game's outcome.

CJP leaders to reach Delhi airport amid govt crackdown

CJP leaders to reach Delhi airport amid govt crackdown

Rediff.com7 days ago

The Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) is organising a protest in New Delhi, demanding the resignation of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar over alleged electoral irregularities and the deletion of names from voter rolls. CJP leaders claim activists have been detained and faced restrictions while travelling to the capital for the demonstration.

'You can't beat experience': Kotak explains Bhuvneshwar Kumar's T20I recall

'You can't beat experience': Kotak explains Bhuvneshwar Kumar's T20I recall

Rediff.com8 Oct 2026

Assistant coach Sitanshu Kotak explained the recall of veteran pacer Bhuvneshwar Kumar to India's T20I squad for the New Zealand series, citing his experience and strong IPL performances. Kotak also addressed questions regarding Mohammed Shami's absence and the reported involvement of VVS Laxman in selection meetings, while discussing India's ongoing winning streak and bench strength development.

Akash Ambani: 'IPO Is Just The Start Of Jio's Journey'

Akash Ambani: 'IPO Is Just The Start Of Jio's Journey'

Rediff.com1 days ago

'Reliance has had a very, very strong history of shareholder value and growth, and that's what we need to focus on the further journey from the IPO.'

India issues fresh Saudi advisory for citizens as flight chaos continues

India issues fresh Saudi advisory for citizens as flight chaos continues

Rediff.com1 days ago

India has issued a new advisory for its citizens in Saudi Arabia, urging them to follow local instructions, stay indoors during aerial attacks, and be aware of ongoing flight disruptions. The advisory follows an October 10 attack on Riyadh airport that injured several Indians, with some still hospitalised. Major Indian airlines have cancelled flights to Saudi cities until late October, impacting travellers and Umrah pilgrims.

Should My Friend Pay His Girlfriend's Bills?

Should My Friend Pay His Girlfriend's Bills?

Rediff.com5 days ago

There should be an open discussion about finances in a relationship, suggests rediffGURU Ravi Mittal, a dating coach and CEO of online dating website Quack Quack and Rebounce, a matrimony platform.

IIT Bombay bars questions on caste, admission category, JEE ranks

IIT Bombay bars questions on caste, admission category, JEE ranks

Rediff.com2 days ago

The Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Bombay has released 'anti-discrimination guidelines' advising students, faculty, and staff against inquiring about birth, admission category, or entrance exam ranks to prevent bias. This move follows the suicide of student Sahil Wakode, whose parents alleged caste discrimination. The guidelines also prohibit hateful messages and aim to foster inclusivity on campus.

10 Women With Supernatural Powers In The Movies

10 Women With Supernatural Powers In The Movies

Rediff.com2 days ago

From superheroes and aliens to witches, ghosts and shape-shifting mutants, these 10 Bollywood women prove that supernatural powers come in all shades of mischief, menace and magic.

Mandhana's first captaincy test begins against Zimbabwe with Champions Trophy on radar

Mandhana's first captaincy test begins against Zimbabwe with Champions Trophy on radar

Rediff.com3 days ago

Newly-appointed India captain Smriti Mandhana outlined her team's strategy to utilise the upcoming six T20Is, including a series against Zimbabwe, as crucial preparation for the inaugural Women's Champions Trophy early next year. She emphasised setting high standards and improving in the shortest format.

Smaller Indian Contingent Faces Hurdles At Asian Para Games

Smaller Indian Contingent Faces Hurdles At Asian Para Games

Rediff.com6 hours ago

India faces a challenging Asian Para Games in Aichi-Nagoya with a significantly smaller contingent of 168 athletes, down from 303. While aiming to build on its record 111-medal haul from the last Games, selection disputes in para-shooting and para-cycling, coupled with reduced athlete numbers in key disciplines like para-athletics, pose hurdles. Despite these challenges, star athletes across para-athletics, archery, para-badminton, shooting, and table tennis are expected to lead India's medal charge.

Shafali Verma outlines fearless approach for India women ahead of Champions Trophy

Shafali Verma outlines fearless approach for India women ahead of Champions Trophy

Rediff.com2 days ago

Indian women's cricket team vice-captain Shafali Verma stated the team's goal to play fearless and smart cricket in preparation for the Women's Champions Trophy early next year. The team will face Zimbabwe in a T20 series, part of their preparations, followed by ODIs.

Delhi HC green light for CJP's Connaught Place protest

Delhi HC green light for CJP's Connaught Place protest

Rediff.com2 days ago

The Delhi High Court refused to issue an injunction to stop a protest by the CJP at Connaught Place Central Park on October 16, accepting the police's assurance to regulate the activity. A vendor had sought to regulate the protest, citing potential business losses during the festive season.

Rahul Gandhi's Congress Janta Party

Rahul Gandhi's Congress Janta Party

Rediff.com4 days ago

With the anti-Gyanesh Kumar campaign, Rahul Gandhi is showing he is determined to not let anyone else claim credit for what follows, notes Saisuresh Sivaswamy.

Wasim Jaffer advises Yashasvi Jaiswal to prioritise batting over wicket-keeping

Wasim Jaffer advises Yashasvi Jaiswal to prioritise batting over wicket-keeping

Rediff.com7 days ago

Former India opener Wasim Jaffer has expressed surprise and concern over Yashasvi Jaiswal's decision to take up wicket-keeping at 24, advising the Test opener to instead focus on his primary skill of batting, especially with India's New Zealand tour approaching.

Mahindra XUV 3XO ZNG: Where Power Meets CNG

Mahindra XUV 3XO ZNG: Where Power Meets CNG

Rediff.com1 days ago

Mahindra & Mahindra has officially expanded its popular compact SUV lineup with the launch of the Mahindra XUV 3XO ZNG, its first-ever mainstream CNG passenger vehicle at an introductory starting price of Rs 9.99 lakh (ex-showroom).

Asian Games Gold Medallist Sujeet Kalkal Eyes 2028 Olympics Gold

Asian Games Gold Medallist Sujeet Kalkal Eyes 2028 Olympics Gold

Rediff.com7 Oct 2026

Asian Games gold medallist Sujeet Kalkal is focusing on improving his ground game, identified by coaches as a crucial area for his 2028 Los Angeles Olympics aspirations.

Rory McIlroy Supports DP World Tour's Strategic Decisions Amidst LIV Golf Uncertainty

Rory McIlroy Supports DP World Tour's Strategic Decisions Amidst LIV Golf Uncertainty

Rediff.com3 days ago

Golf star Rory McIlroy has voiced strong support for the DP World Tour's recent decisions concerning players involved with LIV Golf. He backed the Tour's move to restrict LIV players from its 2027 season and its right to protect business interests, while also highlighting the Tour's opportunity to showcase international golf during less crowded periods in the PGA Tour schedule. McIlroy, a DP World global ambassador, expressed his commitment to the Tour and shared his thoughts on returning to the Delhi Golf Club.

What Rashmika Mandanna And Vijay Deverakonda Love To Do

What Rashmika Mandanna And Vijay Deverakonda Love To Do

Rediff.com2 days ago

With Ranabaali bringing Rashmika Mandanna and Vijay Deverakonda together on screen, we're looking at another reason this duo makes such a compelling pair: their style chemistry.

Gambhir on India's Defeat: 'We Need to Find a Way to Defend Totals'

Gambhir on India's Defeat: 'We Need to Find a Way to Defend Totals'

Rediff.com7 days ago

India head coach Gautam Gambhir acknowledged Roston Chase's disciplined bowling spell as a 'game-changing' factor in the second T20I, but stressed the need for India to improve their ability to defend large totals after West Indies successfully chased down 250.

Why Gavaskar is unhappy with India's batting approach

Why Gavaskar is unhappy with India's batting approach

Rediff.com2 days ago

Sunil Gavaskar has criticised the Indian batting unit for their lack of responsibility in chasing targets, specifically after their loss to West Indies in the fourth T20I in Hyderabad. Despite Sanju Samson's fifty, India failed to chase 247. Gavaskar also commented on individual performances and defended the inexperienced bowlers, while Cheteshwar Pujara praised West Indies skipper Shai Hope's balanced batting approach.

How A Meerut Couple Used A Snake To Cover Up A Murder

How A Meerut Couple Used A Snake To Cover Up A Murder

Rediff.com1 days ago

A court in Meerut has sentenced a woman and her lover to death for strangling her husband and placing a live snake beside his body to make it appear as a snakebite death. The elaborate murder plot was uncovered after a post-mortem revealed strangulation marks, leading to their conviction under 'Operation Conviction'.

Hurkacz ends Djokovic's Shanghai reign; Zverev eyes World No. 1

Hurkacz ends Djokovic's Shanghai reign; Zverev eyes World No. 1

Rediff.com9 Oct 2026

Hubert Hurkacz secured his first-ever victory over Novak Djokovic, eliminating the four-time champion from the Shanghai Masters with a dominant 6-4, 6-3 win. Meanwhile, Alexander Zverev advanced, continuing his pursuit of the year-end world number one ranking.

'Every Time The Rains Fail, We Talk About Drought; By Next June We Have Forgotten About It'

'Every Time The Rains Fail, We Talk About Drought; By Next June We Have Forgotten About It'

Rediff.com1 days ago

'Without that one critical irrigation, the entire crop can be lost.'

Smriti Mandhana era begins: India's T20 woes in focus

Smriti Mandhana era begins: India's T20 woes in focus

Rediff.com2 days ago

Smriti Mandhana will lead the Indian women's T20 team in a three-match series against Zimbabwe in Raipur, marking the start of a new era. The series is crucial for India to address their T20 weaknesses in batting, fielding, and bowling, especially after recent World Cup exits, while Zimbabwe looks to build on their recent success.

UK AI Minister Kanishka Narayan Issues Stark Warning On Cyber Risks

UK AI Minister Kanishka Narayan Issues Stark Warning On Cyber Risks

Rediff.com5 days ago

Britain's AI Minister, Kanishka Narayan, issued a strong warning on Monday about the growing risks posed by artificial intelligence to cyber defences. He highlighted the potential for serious consequences from autonomous AI systems and announced new government measures, including a 'National Cyber Action Plan', to bolster the UK's resilience against cyber-attacks.

Why Vaibhav Sooryavanshi Must Be Protected at All Costs

Why Vaibhav Sooryavanshi Must Be Protected at All Costs

Rediff.com3 days ago

Former England all-rounder Samit Patel has called for patience and support for Indian teenage batting sensation Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, highlighting his immense talent and the need for Indian cricket to nurture him without undue pressure.

Global Turmoil Makes Air Travel Unsafe

Global Turmoil Makes Air Travel Unsafe

Rediff.com13 hours ago

The flydubai near-tragedy showed how the gratuitous conflicts their governments started in West Asia have made the world unsafe for them (and unfortunate co-passengers of other nationalities), points out Kanika Datta.

Maresca staunchly defends Man City's achievements, dismisses 'tainted' claims

Maresca staunchly defends Man City's achievements, dismisses 'tainted' claims

Rediff.com9 Oct 2026

Enzo Maresca, Manchester City's manager, has emphatically defended the club's achievements, rejecting any suggestion their titles were tainted by financial-rule breaches and stating the ongoing investigation would not have deterred him from taking the job.

How Account Aggregator Can Boost Credit For Gig Workers

How Account Aggregator Can Boost Credit For Gig Workers

Rediff.com2 days ago

Nandan Nilekani, co-founder of Infosys, has urged for the expanded adoption of the Account Aggregator (AA) framework to facilitate formal credit access for self-employed individuals and gig workers. He highlighted its potential to enable cash-flow-based lending by leveraging diverse data streams, moving beyond traditional asset-based lending, and fostering a more inclusive digital financial infrastructure in India.

Mohan Bhagwat: 'If any Hindu thinks there should be no Muslim in Bharat...'

Mohan Bhagwat: 'If any Hindu thinks there should be no Muslim in Bharat...'

Rediff.com30 Aug 2026

RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat stated that a true Hindu believes in the unity of humanity and that all religious paths lead to the same goal, asserting that 'if any Hindu thinks that there should be no Muslim in Bharat, he will not remain Hindu'.

Street Fighter Review: All Fists, No Fun

Street Fighter Review: All Fists, No Fun

Rediff.com1 days ago

What starts off as a promise of an entertaining fantasy adventure turns into a parade of incredibly generic and full of clichs action slop, complains Mayur Sanap.

Gambhir Defends Dube Move, Urges India to Learn From WI Loss

Gambhir Defends Dube Move, Urges India to Learn From WI Loss

Rediff.com7 days ago

After India's defeat despite scoring 249, Gautam Gambhir says only the openers are permanent in T20 cricket and backs a flexible batting order.

'It Crossed All Limits': Yuzi Chahal Opens Up on Alcohol Addiction

'It Crossed All Limits': Yuzi Chahal Opens Up on Alcohol Addiction

Rediff.com1 days ago

Yuzvendra Chahal opens up about alcohol addiction, his 26-day stay in rehab, divorce and anxiety, revealing how he decided to reclaim his life and cricket.

Is Fat Grafting Better Than Botox And Implants?

Is Fat Grafting Better Than Botox And Implants?

Rediff.com9 Oct 2026

Considering fat grafting? Dr Shilpi Bhadani explains who a good candidate is, where fat transfer can be used, its risks and how long the results last.

CJP's Saurav Das, Ashutosh Ranka sent to Tihar jail for 5 days

CJP's Saurav Das, Ashutosh Ranka sent to Tihar jail for 5 days

Rediff.com3 days ago

Cockroach Janta Party leaders Saurav Das and Ashutosh Ranka have been sent to five-day judicial custody in Tihar Jail following their alleged violation of peace bonds and unauthorised protest at Jantar Mantar.

How Fluent Is Your Dating Slang?

How Fluent Is Your Dating Slang?

Rediff.com7 Oct 2026

Take this quick quiz to find out if your dating lingo is completely fluent, slightly confused or stuck in the past!

CMRL Bribery Row: Congress Leader Questions UDF Government's Inquiry Decision

CMRL Bribery Row: Congress Leader Questions UDF Government's Inquiry Decision

Rediff.com1 days ago

Congress leader Jinto John criticised the UDF government for opting for a preliminary inquiry instead of an FIR against LoP Pinarayi Vijayan and his family in the alleged CMRL bribery case. This comes after the Kerala High Court dismissed petitions challenging an order to register an FIR. The Enforcement Directorate alleges fraudulent payments to Vijayan's daughter's company.

Ankit Balyan murder: Wife threatens self-immolation if killers not held

Ankit Balyan murder: Wife threatens self-immolation if killers not held

Rediff.com29 Aug 2026

The wife of slain Haryanvi singer and YouTuber Ankit Balyan on Friday threatened to self-immolate if the police fail to arrest her husband's killers within four days.