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Lewis Hamilton's 'Number 44' Ferrari F40 and Monza Engine Upgrade Boost

Lewis Hamilton's 'Number 44' Ferrari F40 and Monza Engine Upgrade Boost

Rediff.com5 days ago

Lewis Hamilton arrived at the Italian Grand Prix in his Ferrari F40, which coincidentally has 'number 44' stamped on its engine, as Ferrari introduces an engine upgrade for their home race, aiming to close the gap on championship leader Kimi Antonelli.

NC, BJP take out protests against each other in Srinagar

NC, BJP take out protests against each other in Srinagar

Rediff.com6 days ago

The National Conference and BJP held significant protests in Jammu and Kashmir, accusing each other of failing to deliver on promises. The NC demanded the restoration of statehood, while the BJP criticised the NC government's performance on issues like jobs and corruption, marking the first major political unrest since Article 370's abrogation.

Courts shouldn't dictate dress codes: BJP on HC's hijab verdict

Courts shouldn't dictate dress codes: BJP on HC's hijab verdict

Rediff.com26 Aug 2026

The BJP has criticised the Allahabad High Court's observations regarding the wearing of a hijab in school, stating that such matters should be left to school administrations and not courts. BJP spokesperson Syed Zafar Islam argued that faith is a significant personal aspect and courts should not dictate personal attire, while also acknowledging that schools have the right to set uniform policies. The High Court had dismissed a petition seeking permission for a girl to wear a headscarf, ruling it's not an essential part of Islamic faith.

'Growth Is For 3%-4%. 96% Are Suffering'

'Growth Is For 3%-4%. 96% Are Suffering'

Rediff.com1 days ago

'They are claiming that they are very good in governance. All governments do propaganda. This is the propaganda of the government that they are doing very well, in spite of all the troubles.'

Cop murder accused, who lived as fake doctor in MP, held after 28 years

Cop murder accused, who lived as fake doctor in MP, held after 28 years

Rediff.com6 Aug 2026

A man who allegedly reinvented himself as a small-town "doctor", married, raised a family and quietly ran a clinic in Madhya Pradesh while evading law for nearly 28 years over the murder of a cop has been finally arrested by the Delhi police.

'Growth Is For 3%-4%. 96% Are Suffering'

'Growth Is For 3%-4%. 96% Are Suffering'

Rediff.com1 days ago

'They are claiming that they are very good in governance. All governments do propaganda. This is the propaganda of the government that they are doing very well, in spite of all the troubles.'

New Book Reveals Ganga's Unique Microbial Intelligence At Triveni Sangam

New Book Reveals Ganga's Unique Microbial Intelligence At Triveni Sangam

Rediff.com29 Aug 2026

A new book, "The River That Remembers: Microbial Intelligence of Nature" by Padma Shri awardee Ajai Kumar Sonkar, claims that the Triveni Sangam at Prayagraj is a unique viral-bacterial laboratory. It suggests that the sacred dips taken by devotees lead to an intense microbial exchange, accelerating phage evolution, especially during events like Kumbh Mela, as diverse human microbiota interact with the river's existing microbiome.

Government Coaching Plan May Pressure Coaching Centres

Government Coaching Plan May Pressure Coaching Centres

Rediff.com27 Aug 2026

'If a student can get a good teacher, quality content and mock tests at no cost, it becomes very hard for a mid-tier coaching centre to keep charging for the same lecture.'

Indian-origin British Airways ex-manager convicted of raping colleague

Indian-origin British Airways ex-manager convicted of raping colleague

Rediff.com6 days ago

Amardip 'Amo' Dhariwal, a 55-year-old Indian-origin former British Airways cabin crew manager, has been convicted of sexually assaulting a female colleague at his home in Berkshire, UK. The conviction followed a nine-day retrial after a previous hung jury. Dhariwal is awaiting sentencing on October 29. Two other women also provided "bad character evidence" regarding alleged assaults outside the UK, though those charges were discontinued due to jurisdiction issues.

Ather Bets Big On Konarc, Supply Crunch To Continue

Ather Bets Big On Konarc, Supply Crunch To Continue

Rediff.com7 days ago

With Konarc, the company has moved deeper into the mass-market e2W segment.

'China Has Built 30,000 High-Risk Dams'

'China Has Built 30,000 High-Risk Dams'

Rediff.com6 days ago

'China wants to control and divert rivers.'

Avinash Sable Confident Of Asian Games Gold After Injury Battle

Avinash Sable Confident Of Asian Games Gold After Injury Battle

Rediff.com4 days ago

Indian steeplechase athlete Avinash Sable details his arduous journey back to fitness after an ACL and meniscus injury in July 2025, which forced him to miss the Commonwealth Games. Despite a challenging recovery period filled with self-doubt, Sable has trained intensely at high-altitude facilities and the SAI Smart Track, expressing strong confidence in retaining his Asian Games 3000m steeplechase gold in 2026. He is set to compete in his first steeplechase event in a year, affirming his readiness for the upcoming continental challenge.

Police constable arrested in Gujarat hooch tragedy case

Police constable arrested in Gujarat hooch tragedy case

Rediff.com7 days ago

A police constable has been arrested in connection with the Bhavnagar hooch tragedy, which has claimed 13 lives in Gujarat. This brings the total number of arrests to 39, as investigations reveal the constable's links to the prime accused and his involvement in the offence.

Carla Jeffery, Known For Zombies, Good Luck Charlie, Dies At 33

Carla Jeffery, Known For Zombies, Good Luck Charlie, Dies At 33

Rediff.com4 days ago

Zombies Actor Carla Jeffery has tragically passed away at 33, prompting an outpouring of tributes from her family and friends.

Modi's 'neighbours' meet Rahul, seek help to prevent eviction

Modi's 'neighbours' meet Rahul, seek help to prevent eviction

Rediff.com29 Aug 2026

Residents from three slum clusters near the Prime Minister's residence in New Delhi met Rahul Gandhi, seeking his intervention against their proposed relocation to Savda Ghevra. They claim the move, mandated by a Delhi High Court order, would severely disrupt their livelihoods, children's education, and access to essential services, despite the Centre citing defence infrastructure security as the reason for eviction.

Gujarat man among 12 killed in latest Russian strikes on Ukraine

Gujarat man among 12 killed in latest Russian strikes on Ukraine

Rediff.com7 days ago

President Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced that an Indian citizen was among 12 people killed in recent Russian aerial bomb and drone strikes on Odesa, Ukraine. Dozens more were injured in the attacks that occurred since Monday evening.

UP rehabilitates 21 families from ASI-protected Saundhan Fort in Sambhal

UP rehabilitates 21 families from ASI-protected Saundhan Fort in Sambhal

Rediff.com27 Aug 2026

The Uttar Pradesh government has initiated the rehabilitation of 21 families residing within the historic Saundhan Fort in Sambhal. Each family has been allotted a 100-square-meter plot, with special provisions for widows under the Chief Minister's Housing Scheme, as part of efforts to conserve the ASI-protected Mughal-era monument and promote tourism.

Nepal Floods: Rescue Operations Face Equipment Crunch

Nepal Floods: Rescue Operations Face Equipment Crunch

Rediff.com31 Aug 2026

Devastating flash floods in Nepal, triggered by an ice and rock collapse, have led to over 900 deaths and 4,000 missing. Rescue operations by security personnel are severely hampered by critical shortages of specialised equipment, including thermal cameras, body bags, ropes, and helicopters. International assistance from India and China is aiding the search for missing workers, highlighting Nepal's long-standing disaster management capacity issues and inadequate funding.

New Study Links Long Covid, PTSD, And Other Conditions To Common Biological Pathways

New Study Links Long Covid, PTSD, And Other Conditions To Common Biological Pathways

Rediff.com5 days ago

A new study has identified a shared biological process that could explain chronic exhaustion in conditions like long Covid, PTSD, rheumatoid arthritis, chronic fatigue syndrome, and multiple sclerosis. Researchers found that despite different triggers, these illnesses converge on common biological systems, including immune and metabolic regulation, leading to profound fatigue. The findings suggest a deeper connection between these seemingly disparate disorders at a network level, rather than at an individual gene level.

Nepal tragedy: Death toll hits 1,252 as fresh flood risks loom

Nepal tragedy: Death toll hits 1,252 as fresh flood risks loom

Rediff.com5 days ago

The death toll from devastating flash floods in Nepal has surged to 1,252, with more bodies recovered and fresh flood risks emerging due to continuous rainfall in the Bhotekoshi River's upstream areas. The disaster, triggered by an ice-rock avalanche, has also left 4,875 people missing and prompted calls to address climate change's impact on the Himalayan region.

What Angry Nature Can Do To A Country

What Angry Nature Can Do To A Country

Rediff.com28 Aug 2026

The flash floods in Nepal's Nuwakot district have left a trail of destruction, damaging homes, roads and infrastructure and disrupting lives.

Ladakhis get rights over barren land, relief for thousands

Ladakhis get rights over barren land, relief for thousands

Rediff.com4 days ago

Ladakh Lieutenant Governor Vinai Kumar Saxena has approved new rules for the regularisation of 'nautor lands', granting proprietary rights to eligible landholders. This move aims to resolve a long-pending issue, provide legal certainty, and allow land to be used as a financial asset for thousands of residents in the Union Territory.

'China's Biggest Threat Is Not America, But The Dalai Lama'

'China's Biggest Threat Is Not America, But The Dalai Lama'

Rediff.com6 days ago

'I know China will implode. It is scientifically impossible for China to control a nation through the barrel of a gun.'

Coming Up In Theatres This September: Vvaan, Mirzapur, Haiwaan, Daayra

Coming Up In Theatres This September: Vvaan, Mirzapur, Haiwaan, Daayra

Rediff.com6 days ago

Get ready for a packed September as Bollywood unveils a diverse slate of theatrical releases, promising a thrilling mix of drama, psychological thrillers, and supernatural tales for movie enthusiasts.

India ready to help end Russia-Ukraine war, Jaishankar says in Kyiv

India ready to help end Russia-Ukraine war, Jaishankar says in Kyiv

Rediff.com5 days ago

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar visited Kyiv, reiterating India's readiness to assist in ending the Ukraine-Russia war. He emphasised that solutions would not emerge from the battlefield and highlighted Prime Minister Modi's call for an end to the conflict. Discussions also covered humanitarian aid, the impact on commercial shipping, and bilateral trade, with Jaishankar inviting his Ukrainian counterpart to India for further talks.

Nepal flash floods: Fear, grief grip Himalayan valleys

Nepal flash floods: Fear, grief grip Himalayan valleys

Rediff.com27 Aug 2026

Devastating flash floods in Nepal's Bhote Koshi River, triggered by a glacier or ice rock collapse, have resulted in 175 recovered bodies and hundreds missing, including tourists. India has promptly responded by providing 10 tons of humanitarian aid and medical supplies, with Prime Minister Narendra Modi conveying condolences and assuring full support to Nepal.

'Himalayan nations should set up a Himalayan authority'

'Himalayan nations should set up a Himalayan authority'

Rediff.com6 days ago

Veteran Congress leader Karan Singh has called for the establishment of a Himalayan authority involving all Himalayan nations, including India, Pakistan, and Nepal, to protect the fragile mountain range from destruction. He also criticised the four-laning of highways in Uttarakhand's Char Dham region, deeming it "reprehensible" due to its environmental impact. His appeal comes as Nepal grapples with devastating flash floods, highlighting the region's vulnerability.

Women on public platforms will cause 'great destruction': Islamic scholar

Women on public platforms will cause 'great destruction': Islamic scholar

Rediff.com31 Aug 2026

Islamic scholar Kanthapuram A P Aboobacker Musliyar has sparked controversy by advocating for women's confinement to their homes, citing religious teachings and the concept of purdah to prevent societal "destruction."

Supreme Court grants divorce to couple after 21 years of separation

Supreme Court grants divorce to couple after 21 years of separation

Rediff.com6 days ago

The Supreme Court has granted a divorce to a couple separated since December 2005, noting the wife had abandoned the matrimonial relationship. The court directed the husband to pay Rs 7 lakh as permanent alimony. The ruling emphasised that prolonged separation and the reality of an irreconcilable marriage are key factors, overturning a Madhya Pradesh High Court decision.

After Nepal's U-turn on foreign aid, India rushes rescue team

After Nepal's U-turn on foreign aid, India rushes rescue team

Rediff.com29 Aug 2026

An 11-member Indian team, including medical personnel and tunnel rescue experts, has arrived in Nepal to assist with rescue operations following devastating flash floods that killed over 500 people and left nearly 2,000 missing. Nepal has requested international aid for specialised tasks and Bailey bridges to restore transport services in the affected areas.

Nepal floods revive Uttarakhand's Rishiganga, Dharali horrors

Nepal floods revive Uttarakhand's Rishiganga, Dharali horrors

Rediff.com27 Aug 2026

The devastating floods in Nepal have brought back memories of two major disasters in Uttarakhand in recent years, the Rishiganga tragedy of February 2021 and the Dharali disaster of August 2025, which caused extensive loss of life and property and left thousands struggling to rebuild their lives.

Speeding Thar rams bike in Delhi, kills 2 on the spot

Speeding Thar rams bike in Delhi, kills 2 on the spot

Rediff.com5 days ago

A tragic road accident in Delhi Cantonment involving a speeding Thar SUV and a motorcycle has resulted in the deaths of two individuals.

Manasi Parekh: 'There Were Times When I Thought I Wouldn't Survive'

Manasi Parekh: 'There Were Times When I Thought I Wouldn't Survive'

Rediff.com31 Aug 2026

'God has given me a second life.'

'SIR Is Legal. But Is it Fair'

'SIR Is Legal. But Is it Fair'

Rediff.com4 days ago

'Now the institutions which have the might of law invested in them think that whatever they do is right.'

11 killed as torrential rains trigger floods, landslides across states

11 killed as torrential rains trigger floods, landslides across states

Rediff.com7 days ago

Torrential rains have caused widespread devastation across several Indian states, leading to at least 11 deaths in Assam and Uttarakhand, pushing rivers above danger levels, and disrupting daily life with landslides, floods, and school closures. States like Jharkhand, Uttar Pradesh, Himachal Pradesh, Delhi, West Bengal, and Jammu & Kashmir are also grappling with the monsoon fury, while Meghalaya faces an unusual rainfall deficit.

'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.'

Recipe: Sunita's Stuffed Karela

Recipe: Sunita's Stuffed Karela

Rediff.com31 Aug 2026

Bitter gourd or Karela is often the most disliked vegetable in Indian households. Try this recipe and that notion could change.

Row erupts as Keralam CM's Islamic scholar criticism vanishes from Facebook

Row erupts as Keralam CM's Islamic scholar criticism vanishes from Facebook

Rediff.com5 days ago

Kerala Chief Minister V D Satheesan's Facebook post criticising Islamic scholar Kanthapuram A P Aboobacker Musliyar's alleged anti-women remarks has disappeared, with the CMO citing a technical error. The incident has sparked political criticism from CPI(M) and BJP, who question the explanation and accuse the Congress of hypocrisy.

'Super grateful for the joy he gave us': Argentina reacts as Messi bids emotional farewell

'Super grateful for the joy he gave us': Argentina reacts as Messi bids emotional farewell

Rediff.com1 Sep 2026

Lionel Messi, who captained Argentina to World Cup glory in 2022, has announced his retirement from the national team, a decision he described as 'a decision that hurts the soul.'

How To Watch India's Davis Cup Qualifier Against South Korea

How To Watch India's Davis Cup Qualifier Against South Korea

Rediff.com18 Aug 2026

India's upcoming Davis Cup Qualifier against South Korea in Seoul will be streamed live for Indian viewers on VETO, an OTT platform. The winner of this tie will progress to the Davis Cup Finals in November.