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Friendship Day: To The Friend I've Never Met

Friendship Day: To The Friend I've Never Met

Rediff.com31 Jul 2026

A Friendship Day tribute to an unexpected bond forged over work calls, voice notes, and years of unwavering support proving that the strongest friendships aren't always built in person.

Another Mamata candidate withdraws, retracts hours later

Another Mamata candidate withdraws, retracts hours later

Rediff.com3 days ago

Rabiul Alam Chowdhury, Mamata Banerjee's party's candidate for the Rejinagar by-election, initially announced his withdrawal from the contest due to harassment of workers and symbol unfamiliarity, but retracted his statement within hours after intervention from the party's top leadership and Mamata Banerjee herself, confirming he will now contest the October 6 poll.

When Rakesh Sharma Met Subrato Roy

When Rakesh Sharma Met Subrato Roy

Rediff.com1 Aug 2026

The CEO said Saharashree was like a father to them. On his own wedding day, he touched Saharashree's feet before his parents'.

Bar singer, ex-banker among 7 arrested for impersonating CBI officers

Bar singer, ex-banker among 7 arrested for impersonating CBI officers

Rediff.com24 Aug 2026

Delhi Police have arrested seven individuals, including a former bar singer and an ex-banker, for allegedly posing as CBI officers to conduct fake raids and extort money or valuables in Delhi and Mumbai. The gang reportedly used fake ID cards and notices to intimidate targets.

Shah Rukh Khan Visits Lalbaugcha Raja With Gauri, Suhana

Shah Rukh Khan Visits Lalbaugcha Raja With Gauri, Suhana

Rediff.com1 days ago

Shah Rukh Khan sought Lord Ganesha's blessings as he visited Lalbaugcha Raja in Mumbai with wife Gauri Khan and daughter Suhana.

Jab We Met Or Main Vaapas Aaunga: Which Imtiaz Ali Film Was Better?

Jab We Met Or Main Vaapas Aaunga: Which Imtiaz Ali Film Was Better?

Rediff.com7 Aug 2026

With Main Vaapas Aaunga as his latest release, we rank Imtiaz Ali's romantic dramas from his underrated debut in Socha Na Tha to his most recent offering of love and longing.

Retired IAF officer moves SC against Sansad Chalo march organisers

Retired IAF officer moves SC against Sansad Chalo march organisers

Rediff.com3 Aug 2026

A retired Air Force officer has approached the Supreme Court, seeking urgent action against the organisers of the July 20 'Sansad Chalo' march, alleging incitement to violence and continued inflammatory statements.

How A Kolkata Woman Allegedly Extorted Money With False Rape Charges

How A Kolkata Woman Allegedly Extorted Money With False Rape Charges

Rediff.com3 days ago

A 31-year-old woman in Kolkata has been arrested for allegedly extorting money by threatening individuals with false rape and sexual harassment charges. Police state she filed 11 false cases against at least 14 people, often introducing herself as a model. Her modus operandi involved implicating victims, including a dentist and even her own father, in fabricated cases to demand money.

Raja Krishnamoorthi lone PIO US Congressmen to vote for Russia sanctions bill

Raja Krishnamoorthi lone PIO US Congressmen to vote for Russia sanctions bill

Rediff.com5 days ago

Indian-American Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi voted in favour of a Russia sanctions act in the US House, diverging from his Democratic party and other Indian-American lawmakers. The bill, which passed, imposes tariffs on Russian oil and gas buyers, potentially impacting India and China, and exempts US uranium purchases from Russia.

Deep depression brings heavy rains to Odisha, Andhra; thousands evacuated

Deep depression brings heavy rains to Odisha, Andhra; thousands evacuated

Rediff.com2 hours ago

A deep depression over the Bay of Bengal has brought heavy rainfall to parts of Andhra Pradesh and Odisha, leading to the evacuation of at least 3,500 people and prompting authorities to issue red and orange alerts for several districts.

'Three Days' Banking Strike Is A Big Issue'

'Three Days' Banking Strike Is A Big Issue'

Rediff.com5 hours ago

'There will be some inconvenience to people. But we have given one-month notice to the government one month ago.'

50-Year-Old Man Arrested In Delhi For Alleged Molestation Of Seven-Year-Old Girl

50-Year-Old Man Arrested In Delhi For Alleged Molestation Of Seven-Year-Old Girl

Rediff.com6 days ago

A 50-year-old man has been arrested in northwest Delhi's Rohini area for allegedly molesting a seven-year-old girl. The incident occurred when the girl went to a shop, leading to a police complaint and registration of a case under the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita and POCSO Act.

Banks Brace for 3-Day Strike

Banks Brace for 3-Day Strike

Rediff.com1 days ago

Bankers said the impact could become more visible from September 29 as customers could withdraw larger amounts of cash, although ATM operations are increasingly managed through third-party cash-loading arrangements.

Saiyaara Girl Aneet Padda's Next: 'Hunkkaar Is Our Battle Cry'

Saiyaara Girl Aneet Padda's Next: 'Hunkkaar Is Our Battle Cry'

Rediff.com11 Sep 2026

'We feel strongly about so much injustice that is out there in the world. For us, it is very important that we take away this word called 'victim' and make something out of it. I want to celebrate survivors, always.'

Bengaluru Abduction-Murder: Neighbour Held For Killing 13-Year-Old

Bengaluru Abduction-Murder: Neighbour Held For Killing 13-Year-Old

Rediff.com4 days ago

A 13-year-old boy was allegedly abducted and murdered by his neighbour in Bengaluru as part of a ransom plot. The accused, Bhaskar Reddy, has been arrested, while police search for an accomplice. The murder was reportedly premeditated to prevent the boy from identifying his abductors.

Neighbour Arrested In Bengaluru Boy's Abduction And Murder Case

Neighbour Arrested In Bengaluru Boy's Abduction And Murder Case

Rediff.com4 days ago

A 13-year-old boy in Bengaluru was allegedly abducted and murdered by his 28-year-old neighbour, Bhaskar Reddy, as part of a ransom plot to repay a debt. Reddy, who recently returned from London, was arrested after his car, containing the boy's body, crashed, leading passers-by to alert the police. Authorities are now searching for an accomplice.

'Shocked' SC seeks report on deaths in Manipur camp

'Shocked' SC seeks report on deaths in Manipur camp

Rediff.com6 days ago

The Supreme Court has expressed shock over numerous deaths, including unnatural ones, in relief camps for internally displaced persons (IDPs) in Manipur. It directed the state's chief secretary to explain steps taken for investigation, criminal proceedings, and ensuring safety, questioning low compensation and incomplete post-mortems. The court also sought a report from MSLSA and urged expeditious trials in violence-related cases.

Virat Kohli And Eknath Shinde Discuss Sports Infrastructure In London

Virat Kohli And Eknath Shinde Discuss Sports Infrastructure In London

Rediff.com11 Sep 2026

Former India cricket captain Virat Kohli met Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde in London to discuss enhancing sports infrastructure, athlete development, and state progress. The meeting focused on policy improvements for sports facilities in Maharashtra and nurturing young talent, with Kohli expressing interest in supporting such initiatives.

Can India Fix Its Growing Student Housing Crisis?

Can India Fix Its Growing Student Housing Crisis?

Rediff.com1 days ago

India's student housing shortage is widening, but high land costs, weak rental yields and regulatory hurdles are keeping organised developers away.

ECs Disagreed With CEC On SIR

ECs Disagreed With CEC On SIR

Rediff.com4 hours ago

Election Commissioners Sukhbir Singh Sandhu and Vivek Joshi repeatedly recorded that they had not been consulted or informed about decisions taken in the Commission's name, revealed an Indian Express report on Wednesday morning.

Kareena Kapoor's Top 10 Performances

Kareena Kapoor's Top 10 Performances

Rediff.com7 days ago

From the adorably vain Poo to the free-spirited Geet, Kareena Kapoor Khan has delivered some memorable performances.

Indian Olympic Association Adopts New Constitutional Amendments

Indian Olympic Association Adopts New Constitutional Amendments

Rediff.com8 Sep 2026

The Indian Olympic Association (IOA) has approved significant constitutional changes to align with the National Sports Governance Act (NSGA).

Indian Olympic Association Set To Approve Key Constitutional Changes

Indian Olympic Association Set To Approve Key Constitutional Changes

Rediff.com7 Sep 2026

The Indian Olympic Association (IOA) is poised to approve significant constitutional amendments to comply with the National Sports Governance Act 2025. These changes, already endorsed by the executive committee, will be formalised at a Special General Body Meeting. Key areas of reform include age and tenure guidelines for office bearers, which differ from the existing IOA rules, and a potential reduction in the Executive Committee's size. The General House will also discuss the upcoming December elections.

The Untold Migration To Gujarat

The Untold Migration To Gujarat

Rediff.com22 hours ago

Their stories will go unheard, filed somewhere in the banal footnotes of history. Unwritten, untold, undocumented, notes Binu Alex.

Why Ajit Doval Visited Dhaka On Thursday

Why Ajit Doval Visited Dhaka On Thursday

Rediff.com4 days ago

India's national security adviser was in Dhaka for roughly three-quarters of the day on Thursday to prepare the ground for Bangladesh Prime Minister Tarique Rahman's visit to New Delhi.

Kerala CM Discusses Football Fervour With Ronaldo's Sister

Kerala CM Discusses Football Fervour With Ronaldo's Sister

Rediff.com2 Sep 2026

Cristiano Ronaldo's sister, Elma Aveiro, met Keralam Chief Minister V D Satheesan in Kozhikode. During their interaction, Satheesan highlighted the immense passion for football and Cristiano Ronaldo among Malayalis, and Aveiro promised to convey their warm wishes to the football star.

Ram Temple trust's new CEO holds first meeting with members

Ram Temple trust's new CEO holds first meeting with members

Rediff.com3 Sep 2026

Air Marshal (retd) Jeetendra Mishra has taken charge as the first Chief Executive Officer of the Ram temple trust in Ayodhya. He attended his inaugural meeting with trust members, where he was briefed on administrative and accounting functions. This appointment is part of a broader administrative overhaul following controversies over alleged embezzlement of temple donations.

Virat Kohli Meets Maharashtra Deputy CM Eknath Shinde In London

Virat Kohli Meets Maharashtra Deputy CM Eknath Shinde In London

Rediff.com11 Sep 2026

Former India cricket captain Virat Kohli met Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde in London to discuss enhancing sports infrastructure, athlete development, and the state's progress. The dialogue focused on policy improvements, upcoming sports facilities like a Sports City near Navi Mumbai, and empowering youth through sports initiatives. Kohli also shared his passion for cricket and commitment to guiding young athletes.

Daayra Review: Potent Kareena, Prithviraj

Daayra Review: Potent Kareena, Prithviraj

Rediff.com5 days ago

Its unresolved, noncommittal conclusion is exactly the sort of anticlimactic reality Daayra wants to bring our attention to. Neither justice nor revenge can undo the fate met by the world's Nirbhayas or Arushis, observes Sukanya Verma.

Indian Olympic Association Aligns Constitution With National Sports Governance Act

Indian Olympic Association Aligns Constitution With National Sports Governance Act

Rediff.com8 Sep 2026

The Indian Olympic Association (IOA) has approved significant constitutional changes to align with the National Sports Governance Act (NSGA), allowing for longer tenures for office-bearers and revising age limits. These amendments, which have received preliminary approval from the International Olympic Committee (IOC), also impact the structure of the Executive Council and set the stage for upcoming elections, including those for the Athletes' Commission.

Why Is Asim Munir in Tehran?

Why Is Asim Munir in Tehran?

Rediff.com26 Aug 2026

Pakistan's army chief held a series of engagements with Iranian leaders in Tehran as regional diplomacy remained in focus.

Maharashtra Deputy CM Shinde Concludes UK Visit, Pitches For Global Investment

Maharashtra Deputy CM Shinde Concludes UK Visit, Pitches For Global Investment

Rediff.com11 Sep 2026

Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde concluded a two-day visit to the UK, focusing on attracting foreign direct investment and promoting the state's economic potential. His engagements included receiving leadership awards, meeting with sports figures like Virat Kohli to discuss Olympic aspirations, and appealing to British investors to bring technology and capital to Maharashtra, leveraging the India-UK FTA.

'I Lied My Way To A Role'

'I Lied My Way To A Role'

Rediff.com23 hours ago

'I kept saying, we'll do it, but I had no clue how. Neither did my trainer. But we went in with the intention that no matter what, we will have to do this.'

The Prince And The Driver

The Prince And The Driver

Rediff.com7 days ago

A Kishore Kumar song, a birthday cake, a prince's break from protocol to thank his driver, a Persian painting on the ceiling of the presidential residence -- the BRICS Summit had many memorable moments.

NSE IPO: 'Demand Is Unexpectedly Large'

NSE IPO: 'Demand Is Unexpectedly Large'

Rediff.com7 days ago

Shares will be allocated across different institutional investors, including domestic mutual funds, other domestic institutions and FPIs.

What Will First India-China Corps Commander Talks in Arunachal Achieve?

What Will First India-China Corps Commander Talks in Arunachal Achieve?

Rediff.com8 Sep 2026

In July, tension emerged in Taksing, a remote village in the Upper Subansiri district of Arunachal Pradesh after locals sighted PLA soldiers.

Jarange agrees to drink water, take saline but continues fast

Jarange agrees to drink water, take saline but continues fast

Rediff.com3 Sep 2026

Maratha reservation activist Manoj Jarange has agreed to take water and saline treatment but vowed to continue his indefinite fast until all demands for Maratha reservation and Kunbi certificates are met. His health is deteriorating, prompting concerns from doctors and appeals from authorities. Jarange criticised the state government and mediating ministers, alleging political infighting and a lack of serious engagement on the issue.

Bethlehem Kudumba Unit: 'People Connected With The Characters'

Bethlehem Kudumba Unit: 'People Connected With The Characters'

Rediff.com15 Sep 2026

'They felt familiar and real. At the same time, people wanted to share this experience with their loved ones.'

Asim Munir Gives ISI's 'Dirty Harry' New Job

Asim Munir Gives ISI's 'Dirty Harry' New Job

Rediff.com5 Sep 2026

Major General Faisal Naseer, infamously dubbed 'Dirty Harry' for his controversial tenure in the ISI, has been appointed national co-ordinator of Pakistan's National Counter-Terrorism Authority.

Should You Buy Dengue Insurance?

Should You Buy Dengue Insurance?

Rediff.com11 Sep 2026

Buyers should check their scope and triggers and whether they need such policies alongside their regular health insurance.