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6 Wearable Air Purifier For Daily Use

6 Wearable Air Purifier For Daily Use

Rediff.com18 Dec 2025

As we go deeper into winter and air quality grows increasingly troubling, people are now relying on N95 coverings to shield their lungs from toxins and irritants. A sleek, wearable air purifier is a smart alternative.

Festive Recipe: Filo Traybake Ginger Mince Pies

Festive Recipe: Filo Traybake Ginger Mince Pies

Rediff.com24 Dec 2025

A crisp, golden filo traybake which is layered with fragrant ginger-spiced butter and mincemeat and finished with crunchy walnuts.

Janhvi, Alia, Krithi Drench Themselves In...

Janhvi, Alia, Krithi Drench Themselves In...

Rediff.com26 Dec 2025

Pearls are no longer just sitting quietly around the neck; they're taking over entire outfits.

Christmas Recipes: Pudicherry's Vivikum, Bengal Chicken Curry

Christmas Recipes: Pudicherry's Vivikum, Bengal Chicken Curry

Rediff.com19 Dec 2025

Christian communities across different states of India have unique family recipes for home-cooked meals to celebrate Christmas,

Jharkhand: Surgery conducted under mobile flashlight

Jharkhand: Surgery conducted under mobile flashlight

Rediff.com22 Dec 2025

A video showing a tubectomy being conducted on a woman under a mobile phone flashlight in a government health centre in Jharkhand's Hazaribag district has gone viral, prompting the administration to order an investigation, an official said on Monday.

Reits keep lights on for India's office leasing as market flickers

Reits keep lights on for India's office leasing as market flickers

Rediff.com13 Oct 2025

With average returns of 18 per cent over the past year, listed real estate investment trusts (Reits) have clearly outperformed both the Nifty Realty index and the Sensex. Over the same period, Nifty Realty fell 15.5 per cent, while the benchmark index was largely unchanged. Steady office leasing, the Securities and Exchange Board of India's (Sebi's) decision to reclassify Reits as equity instruments, and ongoing portfolio expansion have strengthened the sector's appeal.

City stalled, Liverpool blunt as New Year turns goal-shy

City stalled, Liverpool blunt as New Year turns goal-shy

Rediff.com2 Jan 2026

Second-placed City would have reduced Arsenal's advantage to two points but instead were frustrated as their winning streak in all competitions was halted at eight.

India's next gen light up Ranji Trophy Day 1

India's next gen light up Ranji Trophy Day 1

Rediff.com25 Oct 2025

Vimal Khumar and Pradosh Ranjan Paul struck massive hundreds as Tamil Nadu piled up 399 for two against Nagaland on the opening day of their Ranji Trophy Elite Group A match in Dimapur on Saturday.

36 ex-judges decry Oppn attempt to impeach Justice Swaminathan

36 ex-judges decry Oppn attempt to impeach Justice Swaminathan

Rediff.com20 Dec 2025

Thirty-six former judges have called on people, including parliamentarians, to denounce opposition leaders' move to impeach Madras High Court judge Justice G R Swaminathan, saying such an attempt would undermine democracy and judicial independence.

Retail inflation rises to 0.71% in Nov

Retail inflation rises to 0.71% in Nov

Rediff.com12 Dec 2025

Retail inflation inched up to 0.71 per cent in November on rising prices of vegetables, protein-rich items, and fuel, government data showed on Friday. The consumer price index (CPI)-based retail inflation had fallen to a record low of 0.25 per cent in October, mainly due to lower prices helped by GST rate cuts and a favourable base.

RSS@100: The Challenges Ahead

RSS@100: The Challenges Ahead

Rediff.com6 Jan 2026

'The RSS, that advocated military strength, remained in the ideological doghouse for over half a century. Many of the RSS' responses even today carry the burden of this past,' points out Colonel Anil A Athale (retd).

Ex India pacer says unfair to blame SRK amid controversy

Ex India pacer says unfair to blame SRK amid controversy

Rediff.com3 Jan 2026

'Four other teams bid for him and KKR outbid everyone, that is a different story. And if he was included in the auction, it was BCCI's call. Removing a player will not make any difference...'

'Christians Can Be Taken For Granted'

'Christians Can Be Taken For Granted'

Rediff.com6 Jan 2026

'Mob fury has become very common these days. And these attacks are all planned very well.' 'In all these attacks, you see that they have a very clear cut plan to make the victims as the oppressors and the guilty.' 'The attackers escape and they face no consequences as they have the backing of some political leaders.'

Oppn led by DMK moves notice in LS to remove HC judge over TN temple order

Oppn led by DMK moves notice in LS to remove HC judge over TN temple order

Rediff.com10 Dec 2025

Several opposition MPs have submitted a notice to the Lok Sabha Speaker to move a motion for the removal of Madras High Court Judge G R Swaminathan over his order regarding a temple lamp.

19 Year Old Grandmaster Is Anganwadi Worker's Son

19 Year Old Grandmaster Is Anganwadi Worker's Son

Rediff.com31 Dec 2025

'My next aim is to go past 2700.'

The Greatest Thing Sreenivasan Did For Malayalam Cinema

The Greatest Thing Sreenivasan Did For Malayalam Cinema

Rediff.com7 Jan 2026

Sreenivasan could so willingly be 'our little man' because in his heart of hearts he never felt trivial or inconsequential. And to the very end he stayed that way, the shrimp who knew he was a giant. Sreehari Nair doffs his hat to the late legend.

Manchester City owners exit Ranbir Kapoor's Mumbai City FC

Manchester City owners exit Ranbir Kapoor's Mumbai City FC

Rediff.com26 Dec 2025

City Football Group said the decision followed a comprehensive commercial review and was shaped by the ongoing uncertainty surrounding the ISL.

Regena Goes To Germany

Regena Goes To Germany

Rediff.com20 Dec 2025

Regena Cassandra posted beautiful pictures from her trip to Munich, and posted them on social media with fun captions.

India rings in 2026 with prayers, parties

India rings in 2026 with prayers, parties

Rediff.com1 Jan 2026

Indians across the country welcomed the New Year 2026 with celebrations, religious observances, and gatherings at tourist spots. The President, Vice President, and Prime Minister extended greetings for peace and prosperity.

Where Are The Stars Chilling This Winter?

Where Are The Stars Chilling This Winter?

Rediff.com22 Dec 2025

December is all about embracing the chill, sipping on hot chocolate, and escaping to beautiful getaways before ringing in the New Year in style. And that's exactly what our stars are doing.

Kohli, Rohit Light Up The Nets in Perth!

Kohli, Rohit Light Up The Nets in Perth!

Rediff.com17 Oct 2025

The two greats showed their class with some brilliant shots during the practice session.

World Rapid: Carlsen reigns supreme; Arjun, Humpy 3rd

World Rapid: Carlsen reigns supreme; Arjun, Humpy 3rd

Rediff.com28 Dec 2025

Humpy settles for bronze after coming close to World Rapid title; Erigaisi finishes third

Raining sixes! Abhishek's explosive net session stuns fans

Raining sixes! Abhishek's explosive net session stuns fans

Rediff.com28 Dec 2025

Abhishek encountered problems whenever the length was marginally shortened, but the way he used his feet was pure joy to watch.

How To Choose A Nutrient-Rich Diet

How To Choose A Nutrient-Rich Diet

Rediff.com29 Dec 2025

rediffGURU Komal Jethmalani, a nutrionist and weight loss expert with nearly three decades of experience, offers personalised recommendations to improve your overall health and wellbeing.

'After 2 Decades Of Dedication, What More Does The Party Expect?'

'After 2 Decades Of Dedication, What More Does The Party Expect?'

Rediff.com5 Jan 2026

'When a grassroots worker has laboured day and night for the organisation, does the party not have a responsibility to recognise and uplift such workers?'

SIT to probe Tripura student's murder; key accused to be nabbed soon

SIT to probe Tripura student's murder; key accused to be nabbed soon

Rediff.com31 Dec 2025

Dehradun Police has formed a Special Investigation Team (SIT) to investigate the death of Anjel Chakma, a student from Tripura, in Dehradun. Police state that initial investigations have not found evidence of racial abuse as a motive. The investigation is ongoing, with efforts focused on apprehending the main suspect.

NHRC issues notice to states, UTs over HIV+ blood transfusion cases

NHRC issues notice to states, UTs over HIV+ blood transfusion cases

Rediff.com20 Dec 2025

The NHRC has issued notices to all states and Union territories following reports of children testing HIV positive after blood transfusions in Madhya Pradesh. The commission is seeking detailed reports on the matter within four weeks.

Falling In Love With Dubai

Falling In Love With Dubai

Rediff.com31 Dec 2025

Dubai spoils you, discovers Rishika Shah, and you don't even realise it until you leave.

Tired of hauling officials for contempt': HC judge on defying court orders

Tired of hauling officials for contempt': HC judge on defying court orders

Rediff.com17 Dec 2025

Flouting a court's order was "inexcusable" and it would amount to a breakdown of law and order.

EC likely to hold special SIR camps for sex workers in Kolkata

EC likely to hold special SIR camps for sex workers in Kolkata

Rediff.com30 Nov 2025

The decision came amid rising concerns in the city's red-light districts over difficulties in completing SIR enumeration forms.

Bangladesh uprising 'guru' rejects alliance with Jamaat

Bangladesh uprising 'guru' rejects alliance with Jamaat

Rediff.com29 Dec 2025

A key leader of Bangladesh's National Citizen Party (NCP), Mahfuz Alam, has distanced himself from the party's alliance with Jamaat-e-Islami, citing ideological differences and concerns over Jamaat's controversial history.

World's 8 Most Magical Christmas Train Rides

World's 8 Most Magical Christmas Train Rides

Rediff.com19 Dec 2025

A train ride for Christmas? Why not?!

Diwali added to UNESCO's Intangible Cultural Heritage list

Diwali added to UNESCO's Intangible Cultural Heritage list

Rediff.com10 Dec 2025

India's Deepavali (Diwali), the festival of light, has been inscribed on UNESCO's Representative List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity during a meeting held at the Red Fort in Delhi.

600 Crore IPO Fees Light Up Diwali For I-Bankers

600 Crore IPO Fees Light Up Diwali For I-Bankers

Rediff.com24 Oct 2025

With several $500 million-plus deals in the pipeline -- including ICICI Prudential AMC, Lenskart, PhonePe, Groww, PhysicsWallah, Meesho, Pine Labs, and Zepto -- investment bankers look poised for another year of hefty bonuses in 2025.

China mulls military base in Pakistan: Pentagon

China mulls military base in Pakistan: Pentagon

Rediff.com24 Dec 2025

In its annual report to Congress on Tuesday on 'Military and Security Developments Involving the People's Republic of China 2025', the US Department of War said the People's Liberation Army (PLA) is actively considering and planning for additional military facilities.

'India shown in bad light': SC slams states on stray dogs

'India shown in bad light': SC slams states on stray dogs

Rediff.com27 Oct 2025

The Supreme Court has directed chief secretaries of states and Union Territories (excluding West Bengal and Telangana) to appear on November 3 to explain the lack of compliance affidavits in the stray dogs case.

Hitting 160kmph or a wicket... Lee reveals what pleased him most

Hitting 160kmph or a wicket... Lee reveals what pleased him most

Rediff.com28 Dec 2025

Touching 160kmph means more to me than any wicket I''ve taken: New Australian Hall of Famer Lee

Vijay Hazare: Rinku & Co fire in unison as UP thrash Hyderabad

Vijay Hazare: Rinku & Co fire in unison as UP thrash Hyderabad

Rediff.com24 Dec 2025

UP batters, spinners overpower Hyderabad by 84 runs in Vijay Hazare opener

McCullum concedes prep errors after England surrender Ashes

McCullum concedes prep errors after England surrender Ashes

Rediff.com21 Dec 2025

'We haven't got everything right. I haven't got everything right as a coach and I put my hand up for that.'

The Hottest Cholis Of 2025

The Hottest Cholis Of 2025

Rediff.com24 Dec 2025

2025 was the year blouses stopped being just blouses. They became the star of the outfit.