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6 killed as structure of dargah near Humayun's Tomb collapses

6 killed as structure of dargah near Humayun's Tomb collapses

Rediff.com16 Aug 2025

A wall collapse at a dargah near Humayun's Tomb in Delhi's Nizamuddin area resulted in five fatalities and several injuries. Rescue operations were conducted by multiple agencies.

How Do You Parent A Mini Adult?

How Do You Parent A Mini Adult?

Rediff.com13 Aug 2025

As the digital age turns children into informed, opinionated little adults, what guardrails should parents employ? Parents with new-age sensibilities admit to oftentimes feeling stumped. A psychologist, a principal and an eye doctor suggest how they can navigate this new parental landscape.

US tariff impact: India's FY26 GDP growth likely to take 60-bp hit

US tariff impact: India's FY26 GDP growth likely to take 60-bp hit

Rediff.com8 Aug 2025

The US' move to raise the tariff on most Indian goods to 50 per cent could drag India's GDP growth for FY26 by 35 to 60 basis points, according to various economists. One basis point (bp) is equal to 0.01 per cent.

The Society That Munawar Rules

The Society That Munawar Rules

Rediff.com21 Jul 2025

From being contestants in reality shows to becoming the host, Munawar Faruqui is raising the stakes for himself.

Gulzar receives Jnanpith Award

Gulzar receives Jnanpith Award

Rediff.com24 May 2025

'We met Gulzar sahab at his residence to honour him with the Jnanpith Award. Gulzar sahab's son-in-law Govind Sandhu, filmmaker Vishal Bhardwaj, his wife Rekha, and a few writers were present on this occasion.'

Son of Sardaar 2 Review: Tiring Buffoonery

Son of Sardaar 2 Review: Tiring Buffoonery

Rediff.com1 Aug 2025

The jokes don't land. The one-liners fall flat. And worse, nobody from the well-stacked cast looks like they are having fun, observes Mayur Sanap.

Rentals on rise: Robust office space demand set to benefit landowners

Rentals on rise: Robust office space demand set to benefit landowners

Rediff.com19 Aug 2025

Office space owners are looking at good times ahead as rentals are expected to rise due to demand for Grade A office spaces outpacing supply that has been sluggish due to construction delays, long gestation periods and developers' interests shifting to residential.

AAP's Satyendar Jain gets bail after 2 yrs; party says BJP plot failed

AAP's Satyendar Jain gets bail after 2 yrs; party says BJP plot failed

Rediff.com19 Oct 2024

The AAP hailed a Delhi court granting bail to Satyendar Jain describing the decision as a victory of truth and the defeat of another BJP "conspiracy".

Rajasthan school collapse: 'Students forced to sit inside'

Rajasthan school collapse: 'Students forced to sit inside'

Rediff.com26 Jul 2025

Former Rajasthan Minister Pramod Jain Bhaya on Saturday strongly condemned the school roof collapse incident, describing it as 'very unfortunate'.

Modi spoke to me in Marathi, says Ujjwal Nikam

Modi spoke to me in Marathi, says Ujjwal Nikam

Rediff.com13 Jul 2025

Noted lawyer Ujjwal Nikam, who is among four persons nominated to Rajya Sabha by President Droupadi Murmu, on Sunday said Prime Minister Narendra Modi called him to inform and spoke in Marathi.

Gross office space leasing soars 5% in Q2 of 2025: Cushman & Wakefield

Gross office space leasing soars 5% in Q2 of 2025: Cushman & Wakefield

Rediff.com8 Jul 2025

Fuelled by the global capability centre (GCC) boom, gross leasing of office space across top eight cities soared 5 per cent to touch 21.4 million square feet (msf) in the second quarter of calendar year 2025, according to Cushman & Wakefield's Q2 India Office Market report.

IT Firms Caution Employees Amid AI Boom

IT Firms Caution Employees Amid AI Boom

Rediff.com2 Aug 2025

'People are taking effort to train and adapt to current skills.' 'If that is not there, they are not useful to us.' 'They have to adapt to new technology, and what is important is learnability.'

Shami named in Bengal's probables, eyes domestic return

Shami named in Bengal's probables, eyes domestic return

Rediff.com19 Jul 2025

Mohammed Shami, who has been out of action since IPL 2025 and is not part of India's ongoing Test tour of England, was named in Bengal's 50-member list of probables for the upcoming domestic season.

Operation Sindoor: Why Was ISI HQ Not Targeted?

Operation Sindoor: Why Was ISI HQ Not Targeted?

Rediff.com5 Aug 2025

What was the aim of Operation Sindoor? Why was the operation halted so soon? asks Lieutenant General Prakash Katoch (retd).

To tackle future pandemics, we must...: Scientist

To tackle future pandemics, we must...: Scientist

Rediff.com21 Jul 2025

Renowned scientist Ajai Kumar Sonkar emphasizes the importance of reconnecting with nature to strengthen the immune system and prepare for future pandemics.

Eating Out? Order Smart, Not Strict

Eating Out? Order Smart, Not Strict

Rediff.com16 Jun 2025

After losing 18 kg, fitness coach Ambika Jain shares her story to help others understand that healthy living doesn't mean starving yourself or never eating out.

Kejriwal says he won't go to Rajya Sabha, hails AAP victories

Kejriwal says he won't go to Rajya Sabha, hails AAP victories

Rediff.com24 Jun 2025

Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) chief Arvind Kejriwal on Monday hailed the party's performance in the Gujarat and Punjab bypolls, calling them a 'semi-final to 2027' and a clear sign that voters would reject both the Bharatiya Janata Party and the Congress.

P&G's New Boss Is Big Into Bollywood Movies

P&G's New Boss Is Big Into Bollywood Movies

Rediff.com30 Jul 2025

Shailesh Jejurikar has 'always made an effort to stay close to his roots.'

Several Delhi, B'luru schools get 'bombs in black plastic bags' mail

Several Delhi, B'luru schools get 'bombs in black plastic bags' mail

Rediff.com18 Jul 2025

An official said that multiple schools in the national capital received these bomb threats. This is the fourth such day this week when schools in the capital received bomb threats.

After Dhankhar experience, BJP to go for tried, tested method

After Dhankhar experience, BJP to go for tried, tested method

Rediff.com25 Jul 2025

Several leaders of the BJP and its allies are of the view that the NDA this time is unlikely to follow the instincts that made it pick Dhankhar and will be more conventional in its search for his successor.

'Next Covid pandemic' far from over: Delhi HC

'Next Covid pandemic' far from over: Delhi HC

Rediff.com2 Jun 2025

The Delhi high court recently observed the 'next Covid pandemic' was far from over as it asked for details on the Centre's preparedness for the collection of samples, centres and transport policy.

Ishiy shines on UTT debut as Challengers crush Chennai Lions

Ishiy shines on UTT debut as Challengers crush Chennai Lions

Rediff.com10 Jun 2025

Captain Harmeet Desai was once again at the forefront for Dempo Goa Challengers, brushing aside Kazakhstan's Kirill Gerassimenko in straight games before partnering Zeng Jian to take the mixed doubles 2-1.

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.

ACB grills Sisodia for 3 hrs in Rs 2,000-cr school scam case

ACB grills Sisodia for 3 hrs in Rs 2,000-cr school scam case

Rediff.com20 Jun 2025

Former Delhi deputy chief minister Manish Sisodia was on Friday questioned for over three hours by the Anti-Corruption Branch (ACB) in an alleged graft case related to the construction of classrooms in government schools here, officials said.

Like Tara's Cleopatra Look?

Like Tara's Cleopatra Look?

Rediff.com14 May 2025

Bollywood stars go glam.

Satyendar Jain received Rs 7cr bribe? LG okays probe

Satyendar Jain received Rs 7cr bribe? LG okays probe

Rediff.com6 Jul 2024

The Delhi L-G V K Saxena has approved a recommendation for a probe under the Prevention of Corruption Act against Satyendar Jain in a graft case related to CCTV installation in the city.

NCERT's Fresh Take on Akbar, Aurangzeb

NCERT's Fresh Take on Akbar, Aurangzeb

Rediff.com16 Jul 2025

The book, to be introduced in schools from the 2025-2026 academic year, marks a shift in tone in its portrayal of the Mughal emperors, offering detailed accounts of conquest, religious decisions, cultural contributions, and brutality.

Is Tara Sutaria Dating Veer Pahariya?

Is Tara Sutaria Dating Veer Pahariya?

Rediff.com29 May 2025

Social media is abuzz linking Tara with the Sky Force actor after they were snapped outside a restaurant.

HDFC Bank vs Lilavati Trust: Several HC benches recuse from hearing plea

HDFC Bank vs Lilavati Trust: Several HC benches recuse from hearing plea

Rediff.com26 Jun 2025

Several benches of the Bombay high court have recused from hearing HDFC Bank CEO and MD Sashidhar Jagdishan's plea to quash an FIR of cheating and fraud registered against him on a complaint filed by the Lilavati Kirtilal Mehta Medical Trust. While some judges cited having worked with either the Trust or the lawyers appearing for it, one judge on Thursday voluntarily disclosed that he held few shares of the HDFC Bank.

India-Pakistan Conflict Takes Toll On Punjab Trade

India-Pakistan Conflict Takes Toll On Punjab Trade

Rediff.com3 Jun 2025

'Those who call for war from far-off places should realise the repercussions it has on the people who are actually affected.'

CBI repatriation rate doubles, brings back 134 over 5 years

CBI repatriation rate doubles, brings back 134 over 5 years

Rediff.com17 Jul 2025

The CBI has significantly increased the rate of fugitive repatriation, bringing back 134 individuals in the last five years, doubling the number from the previous decade. This success is attributed to enhanced diplomatic efforts, technological advancements, and improved coordination with Interpol.

GST collections jump to Rs 2.01 lakh cr in May

GST collections jump to Rs 2.01 lakh cr in May

Rediff.com1 Jun 2025

Gross GST collections remained above the Rs 2 trillion mark for the second month in a row, rising 16.4 per cent in May to over Rs 2.01 lakh crore. Goods and Services Tax (GST) collection had touched a record high of Rs 2.37 lakh crore in April. In May, 2024, the mop up was Rs 1,72,739 crore.

SC asks Centre to vacate ex-CJI Chandrachud's residence

SC asks Centre to vacate ex-CJI Chandrachud's residence

Rediff.com6 Jul 2025

In an unprecedented move, the Supreme Court administration has written to the Centre for vacating the official residence of the Chief Justice of India at Krishna Menon Marg in New Delhi, noting that the current occupant ex-CJI D Y Chandrachud has stayed beyond the permissible period.

MEA raises ill-treatment of Indian man at Newark airport with US

MEA raises ill-treatment of Indian man at Newark airport with US

Rediff.com11 Jun 2025

The Indian embassy in Washington DC and the Indian Consulate in New York have also been in touch with the US authorities to ascertain the details in the case, the sources said.

Who's Alia Kissing?

Who's Alia Kissing?

Rediff.com5 Jun 2025

Alia Bhatt can't get over the 'most beautiful wedding' she recently attended as a bridesmaid, and she adds to the many pictures already floating on social media.

Nifty to continue upward trajectory in H2CY25, says analysts

Nifty to continue upward trajectory in H2CY25, says analysts

Rediff.com9 Jul 2025

Analysts expect Nifty to rise up by to 6 per cent in six months, with intermittent corrections likely due to global factors.

Chandrachud reveals why he overstayed in CJI's residence

Chandrachud reveals why he overstayed in CJI's residence

Rediff.com7 Jul 2025

Former Chief Justice of India D Y Chandrachud addresses the controversy surrounding his continued stay at his official residence after retirement, citing his daughters' medical needs and ongoing efforts to move to suitable accommodation.

Avoid adding new complexities, Rajnath tells China

Avoid adding new complexities, Rajnath tells China

Rediff.com27 Jun 2025

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh has conveyed to his Chinese counterpart Admiral Dong Jun that India and China should maintain the positive momentum in the bilateral ties and avoid adding new complexities.

5 killed in torrential rains, landslides in coastal Karnataka

5 killed in torrential rains, landslides in coastal Karnataka

Rediff.com30 May 2025

On Thursday night, a landslide struck a home at Montepadavu Kodi near Mangaluru, trapping five people under debris, they said.

KSCA T20 auction: Padikkal bags Rs 13.2L; Samit Dravid unsold

KSCA T20 auction: Padikkal bags Rs 13.2L; Samit Dravid unsold

Rediff.com15 Jul 2025

KSCA T20 auction saw Indian international batter Devdutt Padikkal lead the charts as the most expensive player of the day,