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Tamannaah, Sreeleela Revel In The '80s Magic

Tamannaah, Sreeleela Revel In The '80s Magic

Rediff.com11 Sep 2026

The '80s weren't exactly known for subtlety, and these AI makeovers prove it. The sky-high hair, dramatic shoulder pads, oversized hoops, acid-wash denim, bold colours and makeup definitely didn't believe in going easy.

Community Leaders Demand Justice For Ankit Balyan In Shamli

Community Leaders Demand Justice For Ankit Balyan In Shamli

Rediff.com11 Sep 2026

Jat leaders and khap heads in Shamli are set to meet district officials to address concerns regarding the murder of Haryanvi singer Ankit Balyan. This follows an emergency panchayat held after Balyan was shot dead on August 26, a crime linked to the Gogi gang, which has already led to the killing of two sharpshooters in a police encounter.

Mbappe Scores Brace As Real Madrid Rout Rayo Vallecano In LaLiga

Mbappe Scores Brace As Real Madrid Rout Rayo Vallecano In LaLiga

Rediff.com13 Sep 2026

Kylian Mbappe scored two goals, including a penalty, as Real Madrid secured a dominant 4-1 victory over Rayo Vallecano in LaLiga, moving them level on points with leaders Barcelona.

US Open PIX: Zverev demolishes Khachanov, meets Shelton in final

US Open PIX: Zverev demolishes Khachanov, meets Shelton in final

Rediff.com12 Sep 2026

Alexander Zverev defeated Karen Khachanov in a hard-fought US Open semi-final, winning in three sets. This victory propels him to his sixth major final and second at Flushing Meadows, marking a significant achievement in his career.

Asian Games: India's Medal Tally Rises With Athletics, Wushu, Kabaddi Success

Asian Games: India's Medal Tally Rises With Athletics, Wushu, Kabaddi Success

Rediff.com38 minutes ago

India's Asian Games campaign saw its medal tally rise to 17 with strong performances in athletics, wushu, kabaddi, and hockey, despite some disappointments in shooting, boxing, and gymnastics. The mixed 4x400m relay team secured silver, while Seema won bronze in 10,000m. Wushu player Roshibina Devi claimed silver, and rowers added a bronze. Kabaddi and men's hockey teams continued their unbeaten runs, advancing to later stages.

'You're Not Welcome Xi': Tibetans Protest In Delhi

'You're Not Welcome Xi': Tibetans Protest In Delhi

Rediff.com11 Sep 2026

Members of the Tibetan community in exile held a symbolic protest march in Delhi's Majnu Ka Tila ahead of Chinese President Xi Jinping's visit to India for the BRICS 2026 Summit, voicing opposition to Beijing's policies in Tibet.

Court Slams Gurugram Police For 'Botched' Murder Investigation

Court Slams Gurugram Police For 'Botched' Murder Investigation

Rediff.com22 minutes ago

A Delhi court has criticised Gurugram Police for a "botched" investigation into the murder of real estate professional Yuvraj Singh Manchanda, particularly for cremating his body without identification. The court noted discrepancies between the post-mortem report and Delhi Police's findings regarding the cause of death, highlighting significant delays in uploading details to the ZIPNET database.

Asian Games: Mixed relay team's silver, Seema's 10,000m bronze add to India's medal tally

Asian Games: Mixed relay team's silver, Seema's 10,000m bronze add to India's medal tally

Rediff.com1 hour ago

India secured a silver medal in the mixed 4x400m relay, successfully defending their previous win, and Seema Kumari earned a historic bronze in the women's 10,000m, marking India's first medal in the event in 16 years and only the third ever.

Gangster Mainpal Dhilla gets 12-hr parole to marry Cambodian girlfriend

Gangster Mainpal Dhilla gets 12-hr parole to marry Cambodian girlfriend

Rediff.com1 hour ago

Notorious gangster Mainpal Dhilla, currently jailed, was granted 12-hour custody parole to marry his Cambodian partner, Meta Chan, in Jhajjar. Dhilla had met Chan in Cambodia after fleeing India in 2018 using a fake identity, where they had children. He was extradited last year after an international operation involving CBI and Interpol.

Kerala Immigration Firm CEO Detained Over Job Fraud Allegations

Kerala Immigration Firm CEO Detained Over Job Fraud Allegations

Rediff.com1 hour ago

Parvathy Maya Shaji, CEO of Amster Overseas Private Limited, has been detained at Thiruvananthapuram airport in connection with two cheating cases registered in Kochi. She is accused of defrauding individuals by promising high-paying jobs abroad in Armenia and Poland, with complainants paying significant sums. Her husband and other employees are also named in the cases, and police anticipate more complaints.

India's Strong Start At Asian Games Athletics: Mixed Relay Silver, Seema's Bronze

India's Strong Start At Asian Games Athletics: Mixed Relay Silver, Seema's Bronze

Rediff.com1 hour ago

India's athletics campaign at the Asian Games started successfully with the mixed 4x400m relay team securing a silver medal, their third consecutive in the event. Additionally, Seema earned a surprise bronze in the women's 10,000m race, marking India's first medal in the event after many years. Other Indian athletes also showed promising performances in various heats.

Panama Coach Offers Blueprint For India's Football Future

Panama Coach Offers Blueprint For India's Football Future

Rediff.com1 hour ago

Panama's coach, Thomas Christiansen, suggests India can learn from Panama's football growth despite baseball's dominance, highlighting the need for league improvement, better facilities, and attracting top players to boost football's popularity and global standing. Midfielder Carlos Harvey also advocates for bringing in star players to increase visibility.

Sahil Wakode's parents begin hunger strike, IIT-B defers exams

Sahil Wakode's parents begin hunger strike, IIT-B defers exams

Rediff.com27 minutes ago

The parents of IIT Bombay student Sahil Wakode, who allegedly died by suicide, have begun a hunger strike demanding action against those they accuse of tormenting their son due to caste discrimination. The institute has deferred mid-semester examinations and reissued an apology for an earlier statement regarding the circumstances of his death.

India's Women's Team Secures Crucial Draw At Chess Olympiad

India's Women's Team Secures Crucial Draw At Chess Olympiad

Rediff.com2 minutes ago

India's women's chess team, led by B Savitha Shri, secured a 2-2 draw against Kazakhstan at the Chess Olympiad in Samarkand. The men's team also drew 2-2 against Azerbaijan. These results keep both Indian teams in contention, though defending the title appears challenging with China leading the women's section and Germany joining Uzbekistan at the top in the open section.

Mizoram Crowned Champions At Regional Muaythai Event

Mizoram Crowned Champions At Regional Muaythai Event

Rediff.com1 hour ago

Mizoram has emerged as champions in the North East Regional Muaythai Championship, with Meghalaya and Tripura securing runner-up positions. Chief Minister Lalduhoma lauded the sport's potential for livelihood and honour, citing Mizo fighter Nazareth Lalthazuala's success in ONE Championship.

Modi, Shah, CEC destroyed India's vote: Rahul

Modi, Shah, CEC destroyed India's vote: Rahul

Rediff.com19 minutes ago

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi has launched a scathing attack, labelling Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Home Minister Amit Shah, and Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar as "deshdrohis" (traitors) for allegedly "destroying" India's vote. He demanded the CEC's immediate resignation and suggested he turn "approver," claiming the 2024 Lok Sabha polls were "completely fake" and that Modi and Shah would be investigated for their actions. Gandhi asserted that the destruction of the vote undermines the Constitution and democratic institutions.

Satnam And Salman Secure India's First Men's Double Sculls Medal At Asian Games

Satnam And Salman Secure India's First Men's Double Sculls Medal At Asian Games

Rediff.com2 hours ago

Indian rowers Satnam Singh and Salman Khan secured a historic bronze medal in the men's double sculls at the Asian Games, marking India's first-ever medal in this event. Despite the achievement, both athletes expressed mixed feelings due to last-minute crew changes that they believe affected their performance. The bronze was a saving grace for the Indian team, which otherwise delivered one of its worst Asian Games rowing performances, equalling previous low tallies. The controversy surrounding team selections and the impact of weather disruptions on the competition schedule were also highlighted.

Dominant India Kabaddi Teams Secure Semi-final Berths At Asian Games

Dominant India Kabaddi Teams Secure Semi-final Berths At Asian Games

Rediff.com3 hours ago

India's men's and women's kabaddi teams have secured their spots in the semi-finals of the Asian Games after dominant performances in their respective Group A fixtures. The men's team defeated Chinese Taipei 37-21, marking their fourth consecutive win, while the women's team topped their group by beating hosts Japan 50-25, remaining unbeaten. Both teams showcased strong offensive and defensive play, continuing India's legacy of dominance in Asian Games kabaddi.

DU student harassed on road, dragged towards car

DU student harassed on road, dragged towards car

Rediff.com1 hour ago

A Hindu College postgraduate student and her friend were allegedly harassed and nearly abducted by men in a car in Delhi's Mukherjee Nagar. Police have traced the vehicle and registered an FIR under sections of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, with further investigation ongoing.

India A dominate Day 3, set 363-run target for Australia A

India A dominate Day 3, set 363-run target for Australia A

Rediff.com3 hours ago

India A, led by skipper Devdutt Padikkal's fifty and Kumar Kushagra's unbeaten 46, set Australia A a challenging target of 363 runs on day three of their four-day match in Puducherry. Australia A ended the day at 55/2, needing 308 more runs to win.

Shooters, Rowers Secure Medals As India's Asian Games Campaign Continues

Shooters, Rowers Secure Medals As India's Asian Games Campaign Continues

Rediff.com3 hours ago

India experienced a mixed day at the Asian Games, with skeet shooters and rowers adding to the medal tally, and wushu player Roshibina Devi securing a silver. While kabaddi and hockey teams continued their winning streaks, boxing, gymnastics, and fencing saw disappointments. The overall medal count reached 15, with only one gold so far.

Folksy, Spooky Films You Can't Miss!

Folksy, Spooky Films You Can't Miss!

Rediff.com3 hours ago

From Tumbbad to Kantara, these folklore-fuelled films prove Indian cinema has plenty of strange, spooky and spectacular myths to bring to the big screen.

Farmer's Son Salman Khan Secures India's First Men's Double Sculls Medal

Farmer's Son Salman Khan Secures India's First Men's Double Sculls Medal

Rediff.com3 hours ago

Salman Khan, a 28-year-old farmer's son from Amethi, Uttar Pradesh, has won a historic bronze medal in men's double sculls rowing at the Asian Games in Nagoya. This marks India's first-ever podium finish in this event, bringing pride to his hometown and inspiring young athletes.

Judicial officer cannot shout at judges in court: SC

Judicial officer cannot shout at judges in court: SC

Rediff.com11 Sep 2026

The Supreme Court has refused to stay contempt proceedings initiated by the Bombay High Court against a judicial officer for an "unwarranted outburst" in court. The apex court observed that a judicial officer cannot shout at judges and deemed the officer's conduct as "gross indiscipline," advising him to tender an unconditional apology to the High Court. The High Court had initiated proceedings after the officer allegedly blamed the court administration in a high-pitched tone during a hearing on fast-track court posts.

Dipanshi's Journey: Beyond The Mat, A Philosophy For Life

Dipanshi's Journey: Beyond The Mat, A Philosophy For Life

Rediff.com2 hours ago

At 17, Dipanshi is set to make her Asian Games debut in wrestling, bringing a unique life philosophy that prioritises being a good person over just athletic success. Despite lacking senior-level experience, the three-time Asian championship gold medallist is embracing the challenge with curiosity, learning from top competitors and Japanese coaching, while aiming to forge her own identity in the sport.

Arunachal Pradesh Launches Major AI Skill Development Initiative

Arunachal Pradesh Launches Major AI Skill Development Initiative

Rediff.com2 hours ago

Arunachal Pradesh Chief Minister Pema Khandu lauded the state's first 10-day artificial intelligence boot camp and hackathon at IIT-Guwahati. The programme aims to build AI skills, promote innovation, and create a future-ready digital workforce, offering hands-on training in AI/ML, Python, and NLP to 40 young participants.

Indian Football Team Aims To Learn From Panama Friendly

Indian Football Team Aims To Learn From Panama Friendly

Rediff.com2 hours ago

Indian football coach Khalid Jamil and goalkeeper Gurpreet Singh Sandhu view the upcoming FIFA international friendly against World Cup participant Panama as a crucial learning opportunity. They believe playing stronger teams is essential for India's development and ambition to become a world-class football nation, despite Panama's superior ranking and World Cup experience. The match is seen as a chance to understand the demands of top-tier football and integrate younger players into the squad.

Mumbai Ganesh mandals seek clarity on noise pollution order

Mumbai Ganesh mandals seek clarity on noise pollution order

Rediff.com2 hours ago

Ganesh mandals in Mumbai have requested the Maharashtra government to clarify the implementation of a recent Bombay High Court order on noise pollution during immersion processions. The order mandates a Rs 1 lakh security deposit and legal action for violations, causing confusion among organisers as the festival concludes.

Aarushi Bajaj Isn't Shy When It Comes To...

Aarushi Bajaj Isn't Shy When It Comes To...

Rediff.com3 hours ago

Aarushi Bajaj may be starring in Alia Bhatt's production Don't Be Shy, but when it comes to fashion, there's clearly no holding back.

Why Delhi High Court Says POCSO Cases Cannot Be Settled

Why Delhi High Court Says POCSO Cases Cannot Be Settled

Rediff.com2 hours ago

The Delhi High Court has ruled that criminal cases involving sexual offences against children, particularly under the POCSO Act, cannot be settled by the survivor or their family. Justice Sachin Datta emphasised that such heinous offences have a serious societal impact and quashing proceedings based on a compromise would undermine the statute's objectives and justice.

Opposition to move third motion to remove CEC Gyanesh Kumar

Opposition to move third motion to remove CEC Gyanesh Kumar

Rediff.com4 hours ago

Opposition parties are planning a third attempt to move a motion for the removal of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar in both the Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha. This renewed effort follows an Indian Express report highlighting objections from two other Election Commissioners regarding decisions made without their knowledge, particularly concerning voter registration and electoral roll management.

Latur Man Arrested For Raping Minor Under Pretext Of Horoscope 'Dosh' Removal

Latur Man Arrested For Raping Minor Under Pretext Of Horoscope 'Dosh' Removal

Rediff.com4 hours ago

A man in Latur was arrested for allegedly raping and impregnating a 17-year-old girl. He reportedly convinced her that she had a 'dosh' (affliction) in her horoscope and committed the crime under the guise of performing corrective rituals. The accused was booked under the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, POCSO Act, and the state's Anti-Superstition Act.

Equity MF Inflows Hit Four-Month High In August

Equity MF Inflows Hit Four-Month High In August

Rediff.com11 Sep 2026

Smallcap funds topped the net inflow chart for the second consecutive month, as investors poured record Rs 7,973 crore into one of the best-performing MF categories.

World's Best 7 Airlines Of 2026

World's Best 7 Airlines Of 2026

Rediff.com5 hours ago

Air India secured the 57th spot worldwide, marking a notable rise from its 84th position in 2025. IndiGo, meanwhile, slipped to 61st, compared with 39th place a year earlier.

Ranbir Kapoor's Love & War Promises Intense Drama

Ranbir Kapoor's Love & War Promises Intense Drama

Rediff.com4 hours ago

Ranbir Kapoor's look from Sanjay Leela Bhansali's Love & War has been revealed, showcasing an intense character that hints at the film's epic romantic drama set against a war backdrop, also starring Alia Bhatt and Vicky Kaushal.

HC denies pre-arrest bail to YouTuber Ajeet Bharti

HC denies pre-arrest bail to YouTuber Ajeet Bharti

Rediff.com4 hours ago

The Delhi High Court has refused anticipatory bail to YouTuber Ajeet Bharti in a case involving alleged casteist remarks against Nagina MP Chandrashekhar Azad, citing a statutory bar under the SC/ST Act.

Airtel Money files for London IPO, IFC to buy $90 mn stake

Airtel Money files for London IPO, IFC to buy $90 mn stake

Rediff.com3 hours ago

Airtel Africa's mobile payments arm, Airtel Money, has filed for an initial public offering (IPO) on the London Stock Exchange, with the International Finance Corporation (IFC) agreeing to purchase shares worth up to $90 million at the final offer price.

From success to setbacks, Gautam Gambhir takes stock of his two years at India's helm

From success to setbacks, Gautam Gambhir takes stock of his two years at India's helm

Rediff.com3 hours ago

Gautam Gambhir reflects on two years as India coach, accepting successes and failures, praising four captains for their team-first approach, and backing Shubman Gill's leadership future.

New Lutetium Atomic Clock Achieves Unprecedented Stability

New Lutetium Atomic Clock Achieves Unprecedented Stability

Rediff.com4 hours ago

Researchers have developed a new atomic clock using the element lutetium, which they claim is the most stable and accurate in the world. This clock can measure a trillionth of a second precisely and is highly resilient to environmental changes like temperature and magnetic fields, making it a significant advancement in timekeeping technology.

Microsoft Expands Cloud And AI Footprint With New Telangana Datacenter

Microsoft Expands Cloud And AI Footprint With New Telangana Datacenter

Rediff.com5 hours ago

Microsoft has inaugurated its India South Central datacenter region in Telangana, marking its fourth cloud region in the country. This expansion aims to bolster India's cloud and AI infrastructure, with Telangana targeting 5 GW of datacenter capacity by 2029 and attracting significant investment in the digital ecosystem.