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'Kashmir to Kanyakumari' no longer a slogan but reality: J-K LG

'Kashmir to Kanyakumari' no longer a slogan but reality: J-K LG

Rediff.com6 Jun 2025

Sinha said the inauguration of the Kashmir rail service has connected the hearts of the people of Jammu and Kashmir with the rest of the country and will pave the way for the economic prosperity of the region.

Can Motherhood Kill An Actor's Career?

Can Motherhood Kill An Actor's Career?

Rediff.com25 Jun 2025

Kareena has been a leading lady now for 25 years, Deepika for almost two decades and Alia for over a decade. Dinesh Raheja chronicles the changing ways Bollywood has treated actor-moms.

Agniveers Ready To Fight Cyber Wars

Agniveers Ready To Fight Cyber Wars

Rediff.com4 Jun 2025

As pipes played and ceremonial commands echoed across the parade ground, a subtle but sharp undertone ran beneath the pride -- the knowledge that these young men may soon be called to act in a world where real-time threats blur the lines between battlefield and cyberspace.

They Took The Tiranga Around The World

They Took The Tiranga Around The World

Rediff.com30 May 2025

Lieutenant Commanders Roopa A and Dilna K from the Indian Navy have stamped India's name on the high seas.

PIX: Injury halts Dimitrov's charge on struggling Sinner

PIX: Injury halts Dimitrov's charge on struggling Sinner

Rediff.com8 Jul 2025

Novak Djokovic reached the Wimbledon quarter-finals for the 16th time but it proved a hard day's work at his Centre Court office.

Nepal Cricket Scales New Heights With T20 League

Nepal Cricket Scales New Heights With T20 League

Rediff.com29 May 2025

Nepal takes game to new heights with T20 league

PIX: US couple on course for World Ice Dance three-peat

PIX: US couple on course for World Ice Dance three-peat

Rediff.com29 Mar 2025

The Olympic champions scored 90.18 points and brought the TD Garden crowd to its feet with their electric "dancing through the decades" program to a wide mix of music that included everything from Jive Bunny to the Bee Gees and Miles Davis.

Liverpool crash: Driver held over attempted murder

Liverpool crash: Driver held over attempted murder

Rediff.com27 May 2025

Man arrested on suspicion of attempted murder after Liverpool parade crash

'Nagrik Devo Bhava': Modi's message to bureaucrats

'Nagrik Devo Bhava': Modi's message to bureaucrats

Rediff.com21 Apr 2025

Citing evolving needs and aspirations of the citizens, he said that the civil service must adapt to contemporary challenges to remain relevant.

Cargo shipwreck: Thin oil spill detected, no calcium carbide ashore yet

Cargo shipwreck: Thin oil spill detected, no calcium carbide ashore yet

Rediff.com27 May 2025

The Kerala State Pollution Control Board (KPCB) is on high alert after a Liberian vessel carrying hazardous cargo sank off the Kerala coast. While no calcium carbide containers have washed ashore yet, a thin layer of oil spill has been detected. The KPCB is working to contain the spill and prevent it from reaching the shore, but rough conditions at sea have hampered efforts to spray dispersants. The board is also taking steps to prevent the oil from reaching the Ashtamudi and Vembanad lakes.

'My Job Is To Be A Facilitator'

'My Job Is To Be A Facilitator'

Rediff.com23 Jun 2025

'My job is to provide people with a bouquet of options they can choose from.'

PICS: Humans vs Robots at China Half-Marathon

PICS: Humans vs Robots at China Half-Marathon

Rediff.com19 Apr 2025

Twenty-one humanoid robots joined thousands of runners at the Yizhuang half-marathon in Beijing on Saturday, the first time these machines have raced alongside humans over a 21-km (13-mile) course.

Ola Electric is accelerating profitability drive

Ola Electric is accelerating profitability drive

Rediff.com27 Feb 2025

Ola Electric has eliminated its regional warehouses across India, and will now leverage its 4,000 retail stores nationwide for maintaining vehicle inventory, spare parts, accessories, and last-mile deliveries. The strategic move is expected to boost EBITDA margins by almost 10 percentage points, besides improving inventory management and faster customer deliveries, sources directly familiar with the matter said.

PIX: Italy 2026 Winter Games, Paralympics torches unveiled

PIX: Italy 2026 Winter Games, Paralympics torches unveiled

Rediff.com15 Apr 2025

The torches that will carry the Olympic flame for the 2026 Winter Games and Paralympics were unveiled on Monday in Milan and at a parallel event in the Italian pavilion at Expo 2025 in the Japanese city of Osaka.

'Declare Vizhinjam Shipwreck A National Disaster'

'Declare Vizhinjam Shipwreck A National Disaster'

Rediff.com6 Jun 2025

'It concerns the sea and the security of the nation. What has happened is a big tragedy.'

Epstein files, Impeachment: Trump-Musk feud gets nastier

Epstein files, Impeachment: Trump-Musk feud gets nastier

Rediff.com6 Jun 2025

The feud reached its peak when Musk made explosive allegations about Trump's connection to disgraced financier Jeffrey Epstein, marking a dramatic escalation in their increasingly personal conflict.

Don't equate victim, perpetrator of terror attacks: Misri in Tokyo

Don't equate victim, perpetrator of terror attacks: Misri in Tokyo

Rediff.com22 May 2025

India's Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri has underscored the importance of not equating the victims and perpetrators of terror attacks, highlighting the need for global unity in combating terrorism. Speaking at Raisina Tokyo 2025, Misri expressed appreciation for Japan's support following the recent terror attack in Pahalgam, India. He also cautioned against the trend of some Western countries hyphenating India and Pakistan in the context of their recent military confrontation. Misri further outlined India's economic aspirations and its commitment to becoming a factor of stability in a turbulent world.

Iyer Defies Mumbai's 100! 100! Culture

Iyer Defies Mumbai's 100! 100! Culture

Rediff.com26 Mar 2025

Despite coming from Mumbai-a system known for its emphasis on big scores and centuries-Iyer prioritised his team's success over personal milestones.

1 survives, at least 265 killed in AI crash in Ahmedabad

1 survives, at least 265 killed in AI crash in Ahmedabad

Rediff.com13 Jun 2025

An Air India aircraft with 242 passengers on board heading to London crashed in the Meghaninagar area near Ahmedabad airport on Thursday afternoon, the police said.

Modi's warning to Pakistan in Kanpuriya lingo draws cheers

Modi's warning to Pakistan in Kanpuriya lingo draws cheers

Rediff.com30 May 2025

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday said the world has seen the power of India's indigenous weapons during Operation Sindoor, which is 'not over yet'.

Is BJP The 'Party-Splitter' In TN Too?

Is BJP The 'Party-Splitter' In TN Too?

Rediff.com21 Jun 2025

Successive elections since 2019 have proved that the Modi charisma and Shah's strategy does not work in Tamil Nadu. Now, they have to see next year if the DMK is capable of losing, whether to an existing NDA alliance or an expanded version, if one becomes necessary and possible!, explains N Sathiya Moorthy.

IPL PIX: SRH outplay RCB to win by 42 runs

IPL PIX: SRH outplay RCB to win by 42 runs

Rediff.com24 May 2025

IMAGES from the Indian Premier League match played between Sunrisers Hyderabad and Royal Challengers Bengaluru in Lucknow, on Friday.

'When Meena Kumari Died, I Became Hysterical'

'When Meena Kumari Died, I Became Hysterical'

Rediff.com31 Mar 2025

'My mom had told me a great deal about Meena Kumari and how she could make a tear drop at the right moment. A legend who was in total control. But when I finally met her, I saw a frail, shrivelled and petite woman -- just a bag of bones. Very tiny. She was dying.'

Modi Invites Astronaut Sunita Williams to Visit India

Modi Invites Astronaut Sunita Williams to Visit India

Rediff.com18 Mar 2025

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has written to NASA astronaut Sunita Williams, inviting her to visit India after her return from a nine-month stay at the International Space Station. In his letter, Modi expressed pride in Williams' achievements and said that India is looking forward to hosting "one of its most illustrious daughters." The letter was shared on X by Union Science and Technology Minister Jitendra Singh.

As Election Nears, Patna Gets Metro Boost

As Election Nears, Patna Gets Metro Boost

Rediff.com29 May 2025

The metro, it seems, is politics-proof -- even if it comes at a high cost.

How Coast Guard, Andaman Cops Seized $4.2 Bn Drugs

How Coast Guard, Andaman Cops Seized $4.2 Bn Drugs

Rediff.com11 Dec 2024

'This is the first case in which we saw use of Starlink by smugglers.'

How many brands does Dada promote?

How many brands does Dada promote?

Rediff.com20 Feb 2025

'Dada is the ideal fit for brands -- his credibility, passion, and deep connection with audiences make him a game-changer.'

PIX: Sabalenka subdues Pegula to win Miami Open

PIX: Sabalenka subdues Pegula to win Miami Open

Rediff.com30 Mar 2025

Top-ranked Aryna Sabalenka overwhelmed American Jessica Pegula 7-5, 6-2 to win the Miami Open on Saturday, relying on her usual play-book and powerful forehand to win an eighth WTA 1000 title.

'BC network has to be commercially viable'

'BC network has to be commercially viable'

Rediff.com20 Feb 2025

'With a very stable technology with limited functionalities, a large network has spanned out.'

Report reveals how India hit targets deep inside Pakistan

Report reveals how India hit targets deep inside Pakistan

Rediff.com15 May 2025

India's strikes on Pakistan damaged runways and structures across at least six airfields, according to a visual analysis by The Washington Post, which experts said were the most significant attacks of their kind in decades of simmering conflict between the two nations.

Bhutan: The Last Shangri-La

Bhutan: The Last Shangri-La

Rediff.com12 Jun 2025

The visitor returns not just with the jewel-like beauty of the country imprinted on the mind, the body rejuvenated by hot stone massages, but also with the captivating stories and myths that are built into every important structure -- whether a tourist magnet or an off-the-beaten track spot.

Why Kerala Opposes Sand Sea Mining

Why Kerala Opposes Sand Sea Mining

Rediff.com19 Apr 2025

If as critics point out, the environmental impact assessment study was commissioned only after the auction process got underway with not all the stakeholders getting to know of it, then the government has already compromised the trust it could have enjoyed with Kerala's public including its coastal communities, points out Shyam G Menon.

Oppn questions 'US-brokered' ceasefire; BJP hails Modi

Oppn questions 'US-brokered' ceasefire; BJP hails Modi

Rediff.com10 May 2025

Hours after, however, firing from the Pakistani side was reported in Akhnoor sector in Jammu and Kashmir. Drones were also seen in the Pir Panjal area.

Nageeye steals the show in NYC marathon

Nageeye steals the show in NYC marathon

Rediff.com4 Nov 2024

Dutchman Abdi Nageeye survived a tense battle through the final mile to win the New York City Marathon in two hours seven minutes and 39 seconds on Sunday

How war anxiety is haunting Indian homes

How war anxiety is haunting Indian homes

Rediff.com11 May 2025

The escalating military tension between the two nations, a deluge of information, and the inability to sift through fake and real news can significantly affect the psychological well-being of individuals, said mental health experts.

Vietnam: A Wonderful Place For A Holiday

Vietnam: A Wonderful Place For A Holiday

Rediff.com12 May 2025

Whether it's navigating the labyrinthine Cu Chi Tunnels, boating on the Mekong, marveling at ancient Champa temples, or the Mekong Bay, Vietnam promises a journey like no other.

Hudson-Smith crowned Grand Slam Track's first champion

Hudson-Smith crowned Grand Slam Track's first champion

Rediff.com6 Apr 2025

American Kenny Bednarek, a twice Olympic champion, built up an enormous lead around the turn and stumbled through the tape to win the 200m in 20.07, three-tenths of a second ahead of Briton Zharnel Hughes, and clinch the men's short sprints slam.

Philippines Seeks India's Help Against China's Threat

Philippines Seeks India's Help Against China's Threat

Rediff.com5 Apr 2025

The Squad seeks to counter China's power assertions in the South China Sea region.

SpaceX Dragon docks with ISS to bring back stranded astronauts

SpaceX Dragon docks with ISS to bring back stranded astronauts

Rediff.com16 Mar 2025

On Friday, SpaceX and NASA launched a mission to bring back US astronauts Sunita Williams and Butch Wilmore from the ISS, where they have been stranded for nine months.

Will Sunita, Wilmore get overtime for staying longer in space?

Will Sunita, Wilmore get overtime for staying longer in space?

Rediff.com20 Mar 2025

Astronauts Sunita Williams and Butch Wilmore, who returned to Earth after spending 286 days in space, will not receive any overtime for their extended stay, despite their spacecraft malfunctioning. NASA rules state astronauts are treated like "any other government employee who takes a business trip." They do receive a $5 per day allowance for "incidentals", which are typically fees and tips for services like porters and hotel staff.