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In pix: The beautiful lakes of Kashmir

In pix: The beautiful lakes of Kashmir

Rediff.com16 Aug 2019

Rediff reader Meena Lal, 40 from Delhi sent us these pictures from her trip to the valley.

Israeli tourist among 2 women gang-raped near Hampi, male friend killed

Israeli tourist among 2 women gang-raped near Hampi, male friend killed

Rediff.com8 Mar 2025

Two women, including a 27-year-old Israeli tourist, were allegedly gang-raped while stargazing on the banks of Sanapur Lake near Hampi, police said on Saturday.

Are These India's Peaceful Places?

Are These India's Peaceful Places?

Rediff.com28 Sep 2024

Uttarakhand... Sikkim... Read on...

Bulldozer action on actor Nagarjuna's convention centre

Bulldozer action on actor Nagarjuna's convention centre

Rediff.com24 Aug 2024

Nagarjuna in a post on 'X' said they had "not done any actions in violation of law" and the demolition was clearly carried out "wrongfully based on misinformation".

5 dead as rain brings Bengaluru to its knees

5 dead as rain brings Bengaluru to its knees

Rediff.com22 Oct 2024

At least five people were killed in separate rain-related incidents on Tuesday in Bengaluru, which has been reeling under incessant rains for the past three days causing widespread flooding in several residential areas and turning roads into virtual rivers.

Ladakhis take to ice hockey on frozen lakes

Ladakhis take to ice hockey on frozen lakes

Rediff.com21 Dec 2020

When winter months arrive in the Union Territory of Ladakh, ice hockey is the only game played in town.

Protests in Bengal over attacks on Hindus in Bangladesh; Dhaka saris burnt

Protests in Bengal over attacks on Hindus in Bangladesh; Dhaka saris burnt

Rediff.com8 Dec 2024

Protests erupted in various parts of West Bengal on Sunday over alleged atrocities against Hindu minorities in Bangladesh. Demonstrations were held in Kolkata, Kanthi, Kakdwip, Sandeshkhali and Purulia, with protesters calling for the release of Hindu leader Chinmoy Krishna Das and boycotting Bangladeshi goods. They condemned the alleged targeting of Hindus in Bangladesh and the hate-driven narratives against India. The protests also saw the burning of Dhakai Jamdani sarees from Bangladesh.

IIT study finds Covid traces in Sabarmati river, 2 lakes

IIT study finds Covid traces in Sabarmati river, 2 lakes

Rediff.com18 Jun 2021

A recent study by researchers at the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Gandhinagar has established the presence of coronavirus in water samples from the Sabarmati river and two lakes in Ahmedabad city of Gujarat.

Where A Heroic Battle Against The Chinese Was Fought

Where A Heroic Battle Against The Chinese Was Fought

Rediff.com10 Apr 2025

The Battle of Lhagyala on November 23, 1962, fought by the 4 Rajput Regiment against the Chinese PLA, remains a forgotten chapter of heroism, with no survivors left to tell their story.

Was scared to go to Kashmir: Ex-HM Sushilkumar Shinde

Was scared to go to Kashmir: Ex-HM Sushilkumar Shinde

Rediff.com10 Sep 2024

Shinde's remarks come in the middle of the election season in JK.

Goodbye Bappa, Says India

Goodbye Bappa, Says India

Rediff.com18 Sep 2024

Across the nation, Lord Ganeshas large and small make their way to the sea, to lakes, ponds or man-made water bodies where the Visarjan ceremony takes place.

Doctor murder: Kolkata Ganesh Puja bodies scale down celebrations

Doctor murder: Kolkata Ganesh Puja bodies scale down celebrations

Rediff.com7 Sep 2024

In response to the tragic incident, many committees scaled back their celebrations significantly.

Ex-serviceman kills wife, flushes dismembered remains

Ex-serviceman kills wife, flushes dismembered remains

Rediff.com29 Jan 2025

The Police on Tuesday claimed to have cracked the sensational murder case involving an ex-service man in Hyderabad, revealing grisly details of the killing of his wife where he allegedly dismembered her, crushed her bones into powder and flushed down the remains in a toilet, all during a day-long 'operation'.

'Kashmir Needs A Bal Thackeray'

'Kashmir Needs A Bal Thackeray'

Rediff.com20 Sep 2024

'Afzal Guru became a victim of Pakistan's conspiracy. He was used as a means, just like all other innocent Kashmiris.'

National Games: Services tops medal tally

National Games: Services tops medal tally

Rediff.com14 Feb 2025

Jharkhand defeated Maharashtra 2-1 to bag the bronze medal.

Srinagar's Grand Tiranga Rally

Srinagar's Grand Tiranga Rally

Rediff.com12 Aug 2024

Photographer Umar Ganie capture glimpses of the Tiranga rally which began from the Sher-i-Kashmir International Convention Centre in Srinagar and concluded at the Botanical Garden on the banks of the Dal Lake.

Kamala Harris leads Trump in several battleground states: Polls

Kamala Harris leads Trump in several battleground states: Polls

Rediff.com27 Sep 2024

Harris stands at 48 per cent against Trump's 46 per cent in Pennsylvania, the UMass Lowell's Center for Public Opinion said.

IRCTC's Winter Wonderland Holiday

IRCTC's Winter Wonderland Holiday

Rediff.com20 Jan 2025

Travelling from South India to Kashmir in December was magical for Ganesh Nadar as he feasted his eyes on the beauty of the snow-capped Himalayas.

Ladakh disengagement taking place in 'orderly' manner: China

Ladakh disengagement taking place in 'orderly' manner: China

Rediff.com30 Oct 2024

China on Wednesday said the Chinese and Indian militaries are implementing the resolutions concerning the disengagement in eastern Ladakh along the Line of Actual Control (LAC) in an 'orderly' manner.

Silver Lake to invest additional Rs 1,875 cr in Reliance Retail

Silver Lake to invest additional Rs 1,875 cr in Reliance Retail

Rediff.com30 Sep 2020

US private equity firm Silver Lake Partners will invest an additional Rs 1,875 crore in the retail arm of Reliance Industries, the Indian firm said in a statement on Wednesday.

Ladakh Disengagement: What's The Reality?

Ladakh Disengagement: What's The Reality?

Rediff.com11 Nov 2024

The government needs to answer the critical question of whether it has accepted any restrictions on its infrastructure creation activities, asserts Ajai Shukla.

Maclaren record goal helps MB SG down East Bengal FC

Maclaren record goal helps MB SG down East Bengal FC

Rediff.com11 Jan 2025

East Bengal FC gained a lot of momentum as the first half came to a close with the likes of Jeakson Singh, Vishnu and Cleiton getting on the ball in the final third and creating problems for the Mohun Bagan Super Giant backline. However, they weren't clinical enough to end the first half on level terms.

Silver Lake picks 1.75% stake in Reliance Retail for Rs 7,500 cr

Silver Lake picks 1.75% stake in Reliance Retail for Rs 7,500 cr

Rediff.com9 Sep 2020

This marks the second billion-dollar investment by Silver Lake in a Reliance subsidiary after the $1.35 billion investment in Jio Platforms.

The 102-Year-Old Cricketer

The 102-Year-Old Cricketer

Rediff.com28 May 2024

Haji Karam Din continues to play the game he loves and inspires new generations with his passion for cricket.

FIR against Mithun Chakraborty for 'provocative' speech

FIR against Mithun Chakraborty for 'provocative' speech

Rediff.com6 Nov 2024

While speaking at the programme at the EZCC, Chakraborty said, "In 2026, the masnad will be ours, and we will do everything to achieve the goal."

Jaipur Lit Fest: Words Against War

Jaipur Lit Fest: Words Against War

Rediff.com28 Jan 2025

'Our fractured world has been embroiled in wars and hatred, and many sessions reflect these concerns.'

Downpour in Mumbai, red alert issued, BMC schools shut

Downpour in Mumbai, red alert issued, BMC schools shut

Rediff.com25 Jul 2024

Heavy rains lashed Mumbai and its suburbs on Thursday, causing waterlogging on roads in some areas that led to traffic snarls and also delayed local train operations.

'Bull Market Has Ended'

'Bull Market Has Ended'

Rediff.com6 Mar 2025

'The bull market cycle ran for five years. It's the end of that cycle.' 'The next cycle is a down cycle, and in that down cycle, you will see the Sensex falling from their highs of around 68,000 to maybe 40,000-50,000 at the bottom of the cycle.'

Delhi's hidden lakes off the tourist trails

Delhi's hidden lakes off the tourist trails

Rediff.com1 Feb 2016

Want to know about the hidden lakes in the urban sprawl of the National Capital Region? The author, Geetanjali Krishna goes on a trail in their search.

'Can't Imagine Pather Panchali Without Durga'

'Can't Imagine Pather Panchali Without Durga'

Rediff.com19 Nov 2024

'After Pather Panchali, she became a housewife. She hated the spotlight. That was so strange and yet so admirable.'

When Mrunal Wore A Dress Made In Heaven

When Mrunal Wore A Dress Made In Heaven

Rediff.com22 Oct 2024

Designer Anusha Reddy took the audience at BTFW on a sightseeing trip -- they viewed mermaids, swans, herons, flamingos, hummingbirds.

FROZEN: Sheet of ice over Dal lake

FROZEN: Sheet of ice over Dal lake

Rediff.com15 Jan 2020

The Valley has witnessed heavy snowfall and sleet over the past two days.

Dal Lake: Slowly dying

Dal Lake: Slowly dying

Rediff.com15 Mar 2006

Indian football: Mumbai battle past Hyderabad; Bagan win

Indian football: Mumbai battle past Hyderabad; Bagan win

Rediff.com30 Nov 2024

I-League: Rajasthan United beat Namdhari 3-1 with comeback win; Dempo overcome Lajong

Pix: The pristine lakes and beaches of India

Pix: The pristine lakes and beaches of India

Rediff.com2 Dec 2018

Rediff readers shared these pictures from their travels.

The World Nature Photographs Of The Year

The World Nature Photographs Of The Year

Rediff.com25 Feb 2025

From stunning animal portraits to captivating glimpses of behaviour in their natural habitat, the World Nature Photography Awards contest showcases the intricate relationship between animals, plants, fungi, and humans.

In Hot Pursuit Of The Terrorists

In Hot Pursuit Of The Terrorists

Rediff.com11 Nov 2024

In the first such incident in the past two decades, terrorists exchanged fire with security forces in the dense forests of the Zabarwan range in Kashmir on Sunday, November 10, 2024, forcing residents to flee in panic as additional forces were mobilised to strengthen the cordon.

FIFA set to announce hosts for 2030, 2034 World Cups

FIFA set to announce hosts for 2030, 2034 World Cups

Rediff.com10 Dec 2024

FIFA is set to confirm the hosts of the 2030 and 2034 men's World Cups on Wednesday, with a three-continent, six-nation bid led by Morocco, Spain and Portugal to be awarded the former and the latter going to Saudi Arabia.

India bolsters presence in Pangong lake area; military talks inconclusive

India bolsters presence in Pangong lake area; military talks inconclusive

Rediff.com2 Sep 2020

The sources also said another round of military talks between the two sides on Wednesday to defuse tensions in the area remained inconclusive. The talks lasted nearly seven hours.

Tsari Yatra May Help Ease India China Tensions

Tsari Yatra May Help Ease India China Tensions

Rediff.com2 Jan 2025

Why can't the Indian government propose to the Chinese a corridor circumambulating the Holy Mountain where people from both sides could perform the yatra again? asks Claude Arpi.