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Height of...: Sonia slams Modi's 'shameful silence' on Gaza 'genocide'

Height of...: Sonia slams Modi's 'shameful silence' on Gaza 'genocide'

Rediff.com29 Jul 2025

Gandhi urged the prime minister to speak out "clearly, boldly and forthrightly" on behalf of the legacy that India has long represented.

The Great Escape! Jadeja, Sundar pull off dramatic draw in Manchester

The Great Escape! Jadeja, Sundar pull off dramatic draw in Manchester

Rediff.com27 Jul 2025

Ravindra Jadeja and Washington Sundar struck unbeaten centuries as India staged a superb fightback on the final day to draw the fourth Test against England.

Smiling Shubhanshu Shukla comes out of Dragon spacecraft

Smiling Shubhanshu Shukla comes out of Dragon spacecraft

Rediff.com15 Jul 2025

The Axiom-4 mission astronauts, including Shubhanshu Shukla, have returned to Earth after a 20-day mission to the International Space Station. The crew splashed down off the coast of San Diego and are undergoing medical check-ups and rehabilitation.

Centre to honour sacrifices of Emergency victims

Centre to honour sacrifices of Emergency victims

Rediff.com25 Jun 2025

At its meeting under the chairmanship of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, the Union Cabinet observed a two-minute silence as a tribute to those whose constitutionally guaranteed democratic rights were taken away and who were then subjected to unimaginable horrors.

Women We Admire: India's Legal Eagles

Women We Admire: India's Legal Eagles

Rediff.com8 Mar 2025

This Women's Day Week, we celebrate the groundbreaking achievements of Justice Anna Chandy, Justice M Fathima Beevi and Justice Leila Seth.

Vietnam's VinFast opens eSUV bookings on Tesla's big day

Vietnam's VinFast opens eSUV bookings on Tesla's big day

Rediff.com16 Jul 2025

VF 7 and VF 6, as the models are called, will go on sale in August after the inauguration of VinFast's plant in Thoothukudi in Tamil Nadu, and deliveries will follow later.

India Should Tread Warily On Battlefield

India Should Tread Warily On Battlefield

Rediff.com1 May 2025

Pakistan has warned the international community that any military moves by India shall be 'responded to assuredly and decisively... onus of any escalatory spiral and its consequences shall squarely lie with India.' Implicit in the statement is a veiled threat that even a nuclear threshold may be reached if push comes to shove, warns Ambassador M K Bhadrakumar.

How Cummins, Morkel tips got Nitish ready for England

How Cummins, Morkel tips got Nitish ready for England

Rediff.com11 Jul 2025

Nitish Kumar Reddy made a promise to himself post the Australia tour that he would improve his bowling.

Trump@6 Months: Resetting The Global Order

Trump@6 Months: Resetting The Global Order

Rediff.com30 Jul 2025

In the short run, the Trump presidency has already ensured one thing: The assumptions of the past can no longer guide the strategies of the future, points out Manish Dabhade.

Can England's bowlers stop Shubman Gill at Lord's?

Can England's bowlers stop Shubman Gill at Lord's?

Rediff.com7 Jul 2025

Former England opener Mark Butcher feels the Indian Test captain has taken ownership of Virat Kohli's No 4 spot quite comfortably despite the 'enormous scrutiny'.

Sitharaman has a message for the fintechs

Sitharaman has a message for the fintechs

Rediff.com19 Jun 2025

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Wednesday asked fintech startups to come out with solutions to deal with the rising incidence of digital arrests, cheating by fly-by-night operators, and other kinds of cyber frauds. Speaking at the Digital Payments Awards 2025 ceremony here, the minister credited fintechs with helping speed up financial inclusion and taking the payment system to even the far-flung areas of the country.

The Teen Who Built A Tax Education Game

The Teen Who Built A Tax Education Game

Rediff.com5 Aug 2025

Manas Sood, a Class 12 student from the Delhi Public School, has distributed 2,650 boxes of Tax City Education and empowered over 12,000 students from 52 schools across India. His aim? To help young Indians understand taxes and become financially literate.

How Sachin Kept His Promise To Pataudis...

How Sachin Kept His Promise To Pataudis...

Rediff.com19 Jun 2025

Indian batting great Sachin Tendulkar on Thursday said he reached out to the family of late Mansur Ali Khan Pataudi as soon as he got to know that the India-England Test series trophy was being renamed and tried to ensure that the former captain's association with the marquee event remained intact.

'We Lost Both Of Them In One Week'

'We Lost Both Of Them In One Week'

Rediff.com13 Jun 2025

Arjun Patolia, 36, came from London to his ancestral village Vadiya in Amreli district to immerse Bharati's ashes in the Narmada, as per her last wish.

Sarzameen Review: New Age Shakti

Sarzameen Review: New Age Shakti

Rediff.com25 Jul 2025

Poor writing, unrealistic plot points, and weak performances drag Sarzameen down, sighs Syed Firdaus Ashraf.

Shastri's Fab 5: Icons Who Redefined Indian Cricket

Shastri's Fab 5: Icons Who Redefined Indian Cricket

Rediff.com23 Jul 2025

On the podcast, Shastri named Gavaskar, Kapil Dev, Sachin Tendulkar, MS Dhoni, and Virat Kohli in his top five.

Cash row: No relief for Justice Varma as SC backs misconduct finding

Cash row: No relief for Justice Varma as SC backs misconduct finding

Rediff.com7 Aug 2025

The Supreme Court dismissed Allahabad High Court judge Yashwant Varma's plea seeking invalidation of a report that found him guilty of misconduct in the cash discovery row.

'You will inspire the people of India': PM to Pant

'You will inspire the people of India': PM to Pant

Rediff.com5 Jul 2024

Prime Minister Narendra Modi had called up Rishabh Pant's mother when the star wicketkeeper-batter was recuperating from his injuries after a car crash and had told doctors to treat him abroad if required.

China angry as Modi greets Dalai Lama on his 90th birthday

China angry as Modi greets Dalai Lama on his 90th birthday

Rediff.com7 Jul 2025

China has protested to India over Prime Minister Narendra Modi's greetings to the Dalai Lama on his 90th birthday and the attendance of Indian officials at the celebrations, stressing New Delhi should appreciate Beijing's sensitivities on Tibet-related issues.

Enjoy An Action-Packed OTT Weekend

Enjoy An Action-Packed OTT Weekend

Rediff.com11 Jul 2025

Action, romance, comedy, drama unlimited on OTT this week, lists Sukanya Verma.

AI crash shatters flight attendant's dream weeks before engagement

AI crash shatters flight attendant's dream weeks before engagement

Rediff.com13 Jun 2025

A native of Mandangad in coastal Ratnagiri district, the Songhare family had moved to Mumbai for work and shifted to Dombivli two years ago.

Indian delegation pushes Games bid in meeting with IOC

Indian delegation pushes Games bid in meeting with IOC

Rediff.com1 Jul 2025

Indian delegation meets IOC officials for dialogue on hosting future Olympics

Splashdown! Shubhanshu Shukla Is Back On Earth!

Splashdown! Shubhanshu Shukla Is Back On Earth!

Rediff.com15 Jul 2025

Astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla and the Axiom-4 mission crew safely returned to Earth after an 18-day stay at the International Space Station, splashing down off the coast of San Diego.

Vengsarkar, Edulji appointed MCA advisors

Vengsarkar, Edulji appointed MCA advisors

Rediff.com9 Jun 2025

The other members are, former Mumbai player Sahil Kukreja and former India cricketer Preeti Dimri.

Siraj 10/10, Gill 10/10, Pant 10/10

Siraj 10/10, Gill 10/10, Pant 10/10

Rediff.com5 Aug 2025

How the Indian players fared in the five-Test series in England.

Purple revolution: How J-K's Bhaderwah became India's lavender capital

Purple revolution: How J-K's Bhaderwah became India's lavender capital

Rediff.com5 Jun 2025

From using lavender in traditional Dogri embroidery to making essential oils, beauty products and food syrups infused with this flowering plant, Bhaderwah, once known for its maize fields, is embracing lavender to bring about an economic transformation to their small town.

'People Mock You, Then They Follow You'

'People Mock You, Then They Follow You'

Rediff.com31 Jul 2025

'I was body-shamed but I never let it get to me.' 'As an influencer, I wanted to show other girls that confidence matters more than size.'

What's A R Rahman Doing At Paris Fashion Week?

What's A R Rahman Doing At Paris Fashion Week?

Rediff.com25 Jun 2025

An Indian may not have been walking the ramp at the 2026 Milan and Paris Spring Summer Fashion Weeks but Indian influences were certainly making their presence felt in unusual ways.

Google AI Bets Big On Indian Farms, Languages

Google AI Bets Big On Indian Farms, Languages

Rediff.com11 Jul 2025

Google says its AI models are being used across sectors in India, from improving maternal health programmes and streamlining patient-care to supporting agri-tech solutions and advancing the country's sovereign AI efforts.

Why India is Wearing Black Armbands

Why India is Wearing Black Armbands

Rediff.com4 Mar 2025

Team India donned black armbands during their Champions Trophy semi-final clash on Tuesday, paying heartfelt respect to the late Padmakar Shivalkar

Disappointment for Sable at Monaco Diamond League

Disappointment for Sable at Monaco Diamond League

Rediff.com12 Jul 2025

Kujur fourth in Under-23 200m event

Now A Bridge Called Sindoor

Now A Bridge Called Sindoor

Rediff.com10 Jul 2025

The reconstructed Carnac Road overbridge in South Mumbai has been renamed as Sindoor Bridge, a name inspired by India's military action against Pakistan to avenge the Pahalgam terror attack.

Gill speaks out: What I learnt from Rohit...

Gill speaks out: What I learnt from Rohit...

Rediff.com8 May 2025

India opener and ODI vice-captain Shubman Gill has paid tribute to Rohit Sharma following his retirement from Test cricket, saying he will forever remember the lessons learned from the former captain.

Why did Modi call Trinidad and Tobago PM 'Bihar ki beti'?

Why did Modi call Trinidad and Tobago PM 'Bihar ki beti'?

Rediff.com4 Jul 2025

This is Modi's first visit to the country as prime minister and the first Indian bilateral visit at the prime ministerial level to Trinidad and Tobago since 1999.

The secret behind Abhishek Sharma's IPL explosion

The secret behind Abhishek Sharma's IPL explosion

Rediff.com8 Jul 2025

Abhishek Sharma opened up about a small but meaningful habit-pulling out a chit from his pocket after scoring a century in the Indian Premier League (IPL).

Govt's obesity combat plan: Display oil and sugar in snacks

Govt's obesity combat plan: Display oil and sugar in snacks

Rediff.com14 Jul 2025

The Union health ministry is urging all ministries and departments to display 'oil and sugar boards' in common areas to raise awareness about hidden fats and sugars in everyday foods and promote healthier lifestyles.

Sunita Williams describes how India looks from space

Sunita Williams describes how India looks from space

Rediff.com1 Apr 2025

Sunita added that "I hope, and I think for sure, I'm gonna be going back to my father's home country and visiting with people and getting excited about the first, or not the first, but the Indian national who's going up on the Axiom Mission coming up, pretty awesome," she said.

Flipkart gets lending licence from Reserve Bank

Flipkart gets lending licence from Reserve Bank

Rediff.com5 Jun 2025

Flipkart has received a lending licence from the Reserve Bank of India (RBI), the Walmart-backed ecommerce company confirmed on Thursday. The nod came in March this year, according to sources.

PIX: Plucky Pant Etches His Name In Cricket Folklore!

PIX: Plucky Pant Etches His Name In Cricket Folklore!

Rediff.com24 Jul 2025

Pain, Punt and Pant: Keeper of India's fortune fights back with broken foot

I'm Going Back Someday To Sark

I'm Going Back Someday To Sark

Rediff.com13 Aug 2025

The wee island in the English Channel, where the only motorised vehicles are tractors, is a place one can return to again and again, says Dilip D'Souza.