News for 'LIGHT'

Priya Bhavani Shankar Has Written A Love Letter To...

Priya Bhavani Shankar Has Written A Love Letter To...

Rediff.com20 Aug 2026

Priya Bhavani Shankar has a wardrobe that feels like a love letter to desi dressing. The Irumudi actress knows her way around a sari, but her ethnic style never feels predictable. There's always a little colour, a playful detail or a modern twist that keeps things fresh.

The Rediff Podcast: 'Difference Between Ranveer Singh And Vicky Kaushal Is...'

The Rediff Podcast: 'Difference Between Ranveer Singh And Vicky Kaushal Is...'

Rediff.com12 Aug 2026

Watch Bollywood acting coach Atul Mongia talk about the secrets behind great acting on this latest episode of The Rediff Podcast.

Recipe: Ruchira's Stuffed Shimla Mirch

Recipe: Ruchira's Stuffed Shimla Mirch

Rediff.com16 Aug 2026

Jazz up green bell peppersto make a special accompaniment to your rotis or bhakri or bhaath.

'Thank You, Dolly, For All Of It'

'Thank You, Dolly, For All Of It'

Rediff.com26 Aug 2026

'Dolly Parton managed to give the world the ultimate mystery and fantasy in some corners of her life, but to give full transparency in the ways that counted. Somehow she was true grace and true grit, all in one dazzling person.'

Carlos Alcaraz back after 5 months: US Open test awaits

Carlos Alcaraz back after 5 months: US Open test awaits

Rediff.com26 Aug 2026

Carlos Alcaraz is set to defend his U.S. Open title after a nearly five-month injury layoff, with expectations high despite limited match practice as he aims for a third New York crown.

Delhi playschool horror: '3-year-old tied up, touched inappropriately'

Delhi playschool horror: '3-year-old tied up, touched inappropriately'

Rediff.com1 Sep 2026

The father of a three-year-old boy, who allegedly endured hours of physical abuse inside his playschool in northeast Delhi, has claimed that CCTV footage showed his son tied to a chair for nearly three hours, beaten and kicked repeatedly, and, in one instance, a person placing hands on the child's private parts.

Feyenoord fans' fireworks injure Cambuur supporters, prompt investigation

Feyenoord fans' fireworks injure Cambuur supporters, prompt investigation

Rediff.com24 Aug 2026

Five SC Cambuur fans suffered burns, hearing damage, and eye injuries after visiting Feyenoord supporters threw fireworks during a Dutch league match, leading to a halted game and a promised investigation.

Pegula's perfect start, Krejcikova's painful exit headline US Open opening day

Pegula's perfect start, Krejcikova's painful exit headline US Open opening day

Rediff.com31 Aug 2026

Jessica Pegula cruised into the US Open second round with a straight-sets win, while 27th seed Barbora Krejcikova became the first seeded casualty despite saving six match points.

CSE 2025: SC to hear Centre plea on OBC creamy-layer rule

CSE 2025: SC to hear Centre plea on OBC creamy-layer rule

Rediff.com1 Sep 2026

The Supreme Court will consider the Centre's plea for clarification on the applicability of its March 11 judgement regarding OBC creamy-layer criteria for the Civil Services Examination (CSE) 2025. The government highlights practical difficulties and potential unequal treatment of candidates if the ruling is applied retrospectively, as the CSE 2025 selection process concluded before the verdict. The Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT) seeks to proceed with service allocation based on the pre-March 11 criteria to avoid disruption to training schedules and ensure fairness for candidates.

US Open: Champion Sabalenka, Swiatek, Anisimova Off To Smashing Starts

US Open: Champion Sabalenka, Swiatek, Anisimova Off To Smashing Starts

Rediff.com1 Sep 2026

Aryna Sabalenka began her quest for a third successive US Open title with a dominant win against Colombia's Camila Osorio.

Zendaya@30: Her 30 Iconic Fashion Moments

Zendaya@30: Her 30 Iconic Fashion Moments

Rediff.com1 Sep 2026

Explore the unparalleled style evolution of Zendaya, the ultimate couture chameleon, as we celebrate 30 of her most iconic and unforgettable fashion moments.

Seers threaten agitation over Ram Temple offering embezzlement

Seers threaten agitation over Ram Temple offering embezzlement

Rediff.com26 Aug 2026

A group of prominent seers in Ayodhya protested against former Ram temple trust general secretary Champat Rai, alleging embezzlement of offerings and demanding an impartial investigation. They also claimed police forcibly stopped their meeting, a charge denied by local authorities who stated the seers were asked to vacate a hotel room booked for stay, not a meeting. The seers vowed to launch a larger movement if their demands for action against those responsible are not met.

Today, certificates have no meaning in India because...: Rahul

Today, certificates have no meaning in India because...: Rahul

Rediff.com8 Aug 2026

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi addressed the 'Chhatron Ki Goonj' programme in Prayagraj, emphasising that India's youth are its greatest strength. He raised concerns about the lack of employment opportunities, the declining value of educational credentials, and issues like exam paper leaks, urging youth to bring change through love and affection.

Modi hails Lovlina for taking stand on India map

Modi hails Lovlina for taking stand on India map

Rediff.com10 Aug 2026

Prime Minister Narendra Modi lauded Commonwealth Games gold medallist Lovlina Borgohain for her quick action in objecting to a distorted map of India at a Glasgow restaurant, highlighting her thoughtful gesture during a celebratory moment.

Arunachal BJP MP flags public concern over Chinese incursions

Arunachal BJP MP flags public concern over Chinese incursions

Rediff.com22 Aug 2026

Arunachal Pradesh MP Tapir Gao underscores the critical importance of heeding local warnings regarding alleged Chinese incursions along the Line of Actual Control, amidst ongoing border tensions and official denials.

How a YouTube song led to Haryanvi singer Ankit Balyan's murder

How a YouTube song led to Haryanvi singer Ankit Balyan's murder

Rediff.com31 Aug 2026

Uttar Pradesh Director General of Police Rajeev Krishna revealed that the murder of Haryanvi singer Ankit Balyan was a pre-planned conspiracy involving a network linked to the Gogi gang, with attackers tracking his movements and procuring weapons in advance.

Mumbai Police Confiscate Illegal VIP Lights and Sirens

Mumbai Police Confiscate Illegal VIP Lights and Sirens

Rediff.com2 Apr 2026

Mumbai traffic police confiscated eighty dome lights and three sirens used on private vehicles to impersonate VIP vehicles during a 48-hour special drive.

Why Tata Must Put The Group Before Individuals

Why Tata Must Put The Group Before Individuals

Rediff.com31 Aug 2026

Corporate leaders' half-life has shrunk over the past few decades. That is the Tata experience as well. Over 144 years till 2012, Tata Sons had just five chairmen. However, in the 15 years till 2027, the same group will see three, points out R Gopalakrishnan.

Why have Promoters Borrowed Rs 7 Trillion?

Why have Promoters Borrowed Rs 7 Trillion?

Rediff.com29 Aug 2026

The absolute amount of money raised is more than three times the 2 trillion seen before the pandemic (June 2019).

Recipe: Bethica's Thecha Cheese Sandwiches

Recipe: Bethica's Thecha Cheese Sandwiches

Rediff.com11 Aug 2026

Calling all thecha lovers. You will simply love this Thecha Cheese Sandwiches, where the bread slices are stuffed with the very popular Maharashtrian chutney along with cheese and pan grilled.

Drunk Agniveer held for assault on policemen

Drunk Agniveer held for assault on policemen

Rediff.com17 Aug 2026

An Agniveer, an Army recruit under the Agnipath scheme, was detained in Meerut for allegedly misbehaving with and assaulting police personnel while under the influence of alcohol. The incident, which occurred in the Kankarkheda police station area, led to an investigation and the accused being handed over to Military Police.

Colombo Draw Exposes India's Big Problem

Colombo Draw Exposes India's Big Problem

Rediff.com28 Aug 2026

A world-class Test team can't afford to have a bowling attack that allows batters to feel comfortable. To be the world's best Test team, all departments of the game should be strong and striking.

FIFA WC 2026, Round of 32: Favourites Belgium not taking Senegal lightly

FIFA WC 2026, Round of 32: Favourites Belgium not taking Senegal lightly

Rediff.com1 Jul 2026

Belgium have their full squad available for the Round of 32 match against Senegal but are not taking Senegal for granted, said coach Rudy Garcia.

Lovlina Borgohain's Patriotic Act Praised By PM Modi

Lovlina Borgohain's Patriotic Act Praised By PM Modi

Rediff.com10 Aug 2026

Prime Minister Narendra Modi lauded Commonwealth Games silver medallist Lovlina Borgohain for her quick action in objecting to a distorted map of India displayed at a Glasgow restaurant. The PM praised her thoughtful gesture during an interaction with CWG medal-winners.

Palak, Sarah Dress Up For A Dark Fantasy

Palak, Sarah Dress Up For A Dark Fantasy

Rediff.com21 Aug 2026

Rohit Gandhi + Rahul Khanna brought their latest collection, Noir Botanica Autumn/Winter 2026, to Mumbai, turning the runway into a meeting point between nature, architecture and the human form.

Onam Recipes: Coconut Payasam, Green Mung Thoran

Onam Recipes: Coconut Payasam, Green Mung Thoran

Rediff.com26 Aug 2026

Two Kerala recipes to add to your Onam repast

Prasidh Krishna: Aggression is in my bowling, not my demeanour

Prasidh Krishna: Aggression is in my bowling, not my demeanour

Rediff.com25 Aug 2026

Indian seamer Prasidh Krishna clarified that his aggression manifests through his intense and disciplined bowling, not his on-field behaviour, emphasising his adaptability to pitch conditions and team requirements.

A Mom-Son Japanese Odyssey

A Mom-Son Japanese Odyssey

Rediff.com25 Aug 2026

Researching Japan was like going down a rabbit hole. There is just so much to see and do, but I finally decided we would stick to the 'Golden Route' of Tokyo, Osaka and Kyoto, notes Radhika Mittal.

2 killed as under-construction building collapses in Hyderabad

2 killed as under-construction building collapses in Hyderabad

Rediff.com22 Aug 2026

An under-construction seven-storey building in Hyderabad collapsed, killing two workers and injuring two others. The incident highlighted issues of illegal construction near a drain and violations of mandatory setbacks. Authorities revealed the building was seized four months prior, but construction resumed, leading to the collapse. Investigations into the owner's role and demolition of similar illegal structures are underway.

Niharika Chouksey Is Winning Hearts With...

Niharika Chouksey Is Winning Hearts With...

Rediff.com19 Aug 2026

On screen, Niharika Chouksey is winning hearts with her bubbly, girl-next-door charm in Tum Se Tum Tak.

Delhi techie beaten to death by in-laws after dispute with wife

Delhi techie beaten to death by in-laws after dispute with wife

Rediff.com21 Aug 2026

A 31-year-old software engineer, Vinay Gupta, was allegedly beaten to death by his in-laws in outer Delhi following a matrimonial dispute. His wife had called her family after an argument, leading to the fatal assault. Police have detained four individuals and registered a murder case.

'Does anyone actually care?' Sreejesh's brutal question

'Does anyone actually care?' Sreejesh's brutal question

Rediff.com24 Aug 2026

Legendary Indian hockey goalkeeper PR Sreejesh expressed strong frustration over India's poor performance at the FIH World Cup, criticising the team's 'underwhelming showing' and demanding accountability. He questioned the 'learning experience' narrative and highlighted issues in both men's and women's team management, urging a focus on winning rather than just playing good hockey.

RBI's New Data Rules Force Banks, NBFCs to Rework Fintech Partnerships

RBI's New Data Rules Force Banks, NBFCs to Rework Fintech Partnerships

Rediff.com27 Aug 2026

Indian banks and non-banking financial companies (NBFCs) are undertaking a comprehensive review and reset of their engagement terms with fintech firms, driven by the Reserve Bank of India's (RBI) draft Guidance on Regulatory Expectations for Data Governance and the stringent compliance requirements of the Digital Personal Data Protection (DPDP) Act, 2023, and its 2025 Rules.

Junk food to paper leaks: HC takes up Gen Z, Alpha, Beta challenges

Junk food to paper leaks: HC takes up Gen Z, Alpha, Beta challenges

Rediff.com25 Aug 2026

The Rajasthan high court, Jodhpur, has taken suo motu cognisance of issues concerning Gen Z, Gen Alpha and Gen Beta, expressing concern over junk food, excessive screen time, paper leaks, inadequate infrastructure in rural schools and the possible erosion of basic learning skills in the age of artificial intelligence.

India cited Trump's 'unpredictable behaviour' for no presser

India cited Trump's 'unpredictable behaviour' for no presser

Rediff.com24 Aug 2026

Indian government sources revealed that a 'cautious approach' was adopted during Prime Minister Narendra Modi's June talks with then-US President Donald Trump due to concerns over Trump's 'unpredictable behaviour' with foreign leaders, leading to a preference against a joint media interaction.

Fake airline job racket busted in Delhi, 6 arrested

Fake airline job racket busted in Delhi, 6 arrested

Rediff.com24 Aug 2026

Six individuals, including the alleged mastermind and a website developer, have been arrested for operating a sophisticated fake airline job racket. The fraudsters used social media ads and fake websites to solicit fees for aviation diplomas, promising jobs at Indira Gandhi International Airport, and duped numerous job seekers before being caught.

Music Legend Dolly Parton Dies At 80

Music Legend Dolly Parton Dies At 80

Rediff.com26 Aug 2026

Country music legend Dolly Parton, the iconic singer-songwriter known for hits like I Will Always Love You and Jolene, has passed away at 80, leaving behind an unparalleled legacy as the best-selling female country music artist of all time.

Putin Offers More Fertilisers To India

Putin Offers More Fertilisers To India

Rediff.com25 Aug 2026

Russia remains India's biggest fertiliser supplier, with imports rising nearly 40 per cent in 2025.

Dulquer Salmaan's 10 Best Malayalam Movies

Dulquer Salmaan's 10 Best Malayalam Movies

Rediff.com2 Sep 2026

From Ustad Hotel to Salute, these Dulquer Salmaan Malayalam films prove why his homecoming with I'm Game is worth celebrating.

FIFA World Cup Round of 16: Mbappe's France refuse to take Paraguay lightly

FIFA World Cup Round of 16: Mbappe's France refuse to take Paraguay lightly

Rediff.com3 Jul 2026

France arrive in Philadelphia as the World Cup's most feared attacking force, but Kylian Mbappe and coach Didier Deschamps have warned that acclaim, records and a seemingly clear path mean little if they fail to stay grounded against Paraguay in Saturday's last-16 clash.