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2 killed in UK synagogue terrorist attack; suspect shot dead

2 killed in UK synagogue terrorist attack; suspect shot dead

Rediff.com2 Oct 2025

A stabbing and car attack at a synagogue in Manchester on Yom Kippur has been declared a terrorist incident. Two people are dead, and several others are injured. Police shot the suspect dead.

Zubeen death: Singapore police to provide 'crucial evidence'

Zubeen death: Singapore police to provide 'crucial evidence'

Rediff.com24 Oct 2025

Singapore Police Force (SPF) is likely to provide crucial evidence, including CCTV footage and statements of eye witnesses, related to the death of Zubeen Garg within the next 10 days, a senior official said on Friday.

'A Domestic Dispute That Became A National Dispute'

'A Domestic Dispute That Became A National Dispute'

Rediff.com7 Nov 2025

'I wanted to go for the heart, and at the same time, open the audience's mind.'

Maratha Quota Stir: 'Business Is Affected'

Maratha Quota Stir: 'Business Is Affected'

Rediff.com2 Sep 2025

'All commercial and banking transactions happen in South Mumbai.'

Delhi lawyers call off strike after police allow physical evidence

Delhi lawyers call off strike after police allow physical evidence

Rediff.com9 Sep 2025

Lawyers were on strike against the LG's notification for the deposition of police personnel through video conferencing from police stations.

Baby John Is A Box Office DISASTER

Baby John Is A Box Office DISASTER

Rediff.com30 Dec 2024

Meanwhile, Pushpa 2 (Hindi) outperformed both Mufasa and Baby John despite being in the fourth week. It has already reached the Rs 775 crores (Rs 7.75 billion) mark.

'I Want The South Asian Community To Feel They Have A Voice At City Hall'

'I Want The South Asian Community To Feel They Have A Voice At City Hall'

Rediff.com27 Oct 2025

'As Mayor, I will use my platform to reject any efforts by the Trump administration to curtail immigration.'

'Taliban Was Never Anti-India'

'Taliban Was Never Anti-India'

Rediff.com17 Oct 2025

'Pakistan is uncomfortable with the Indian presence in Afghanistan. They want the Taliban to ensure that there is no Indian presence in Afghanistan.'

Why Akshay Thanked Aamir For His Marriage To Twinkle

Why Akshay Thanked Aamir For His Marriage To Twinkle

Rediff.com22 Sep 2025

Akshay Kumar, in an interview to Rajat Sharma on INDIA TV, revealed how he wed Twinkle Khanna and thanked Aamir Khan and his movie Mela for it.

Ex-VP Dhankhar applies for MLA pension in Rajasthan

Ex-VP Dhankhar applies for MLA pension in Rajasthan

Rediff.com30 Aug 2025

Dhankhar, who represented the Kishangarh Assembly constituency as a Congress MLA from 1993 to 1998, received pension as a former legislator until July 2019. It was discontinued after he was appointed the governor of West Bengal.

HC directs Air India to pay Rs 35,000 to passenger over hair in food

HC directs Air India to pay Rs 35,000 to passenger over hair in food

Rediff.com18 Oct 2025

The Madras High Court has directed Air India to pay Rs 35,000 to a passenger who suffered health complications after consuming food containing hair on a flight. The court partly allowed Air India's appeal against a lower court's order for a larger compensation.

Amazon, Flipkart deploy war rooms for Rs 1.2 trillion festival battle

Amazon, Flipkart deploy war rooms for Rs 1.2 trillion festival battle

Rediff.com23 Sep 2025

At the stroke of midnight, live dashboards lit up simultaneously across Amazon India's World Trade Centre headquarters and Flipkart's Outer Ring Road office in Bengaluru. In sprawling "war rooms" at both the companies, executives monitored real-time data streams tracking payment speeds, inventory levels, and delivery logistics as millions of shoppers flooded online platforms.

Boos and cheers for Trump at Club World Cup final

Boos and cheers for Trump at Club World Cup final

Rediff.com14 Jul 2025

United States President Donald Trump paid homage to soccer great Pele after being met with boos and cheers from the crowd at the Club World Cup final on Sunday at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey.

MP man dies as car swept away in Raj rains; schools closed

MP man dies as car swept away in Raj rains; schools closed

Rediff.com23 Aug 2025

Heavy rains in Rajasthan lead to flooding, resulting in casualties and widespread disruption. Rescue operations are underway, and schools are closed in several districts.

25 Elections; 0 Wins, This Lalu Yadav Won't Give Up!

25 Elections; 0 Wins, This Lalu Yadav Won't Give Up!

Rediff.com20 Oct 2025

Meet the maverick serial election contester who shares his name with current Bihar's best known politician.

After Bihar, Is It Target Stalin For BJP?

After Bihar, Is It Target Stalin For BJP?

Rediff.com22 Nov 2025

After big win in Bihar, the BJP is likely to push harder in Tamil Nadu, where the DMK government and the uneasy BJP-AIADMK alliance are preparing for a tense election filled with seat-sharing fights, changing alliances, and the unpredictable entry of Vijay's TVK party, predicts N Sathiya Moorthy.

MHA notifies resignation of Dhankhar; Rajya Sabha informed

MHA notifies resignation of Dhankhar; Rajya Sabha informed

Rediff.com22 Jul 2025

The Rajya Sabha was informed about the Ministry of Home Affairs' notification regarding the resignation of Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar, with immediate effect.

Jarange to stop drinking water as fast enters 4th day

Jarange to stop drinking water as fast enters 4th day

Rediff.com1 Sep 2025

Activist Manoj Jarange vows to intensify his hunger strike for Maratha reservation under OBC, while the Maharashtra government seeks legal opinion on the issue.

Jaishankar, Rubio to meet in US amid tariff, H-1B visa concerns

Jaishankar, Rubio to meet in US amid tariff, H-1B visa concerns

Rediff.com22 Sep 2025

This will be the first face-to-face meeting between Rubio and Jaishankar following President Donald Trump's imposition of an additional 25 per cent tariff on India for Delhi's purchases of Russian oil, taking the total levies imposed on India by the Trump White House to 50 per cent.

India said...: Pak minister amid Trump's ceasefire claims

India said...: Pak minister amid Trump's ceasefire claims

Rediff.com17 Sep 2025

Dar recalled that when he met US Secretary of State Marco Rubio in July and asked about dialogue with India, the top US diplomat clarified that India has maintained it is a "bilateral issue."

'Fruits Of Vikas Have Not Reached Dalits Under Nitish Kumar'

'Fruits Of Vikas Have Not Reached Dalits Under Nitish Kumar'

Rediff.com13 Oct 2025

'We have 38 Dalits who are MLAs and ministers. But that does not mean the Dalits of Bihar are prospering.'

Jarange begins 'final fight' for Maratha reservation

Jarange begins 'final fight' for Maratha reservation

Rediff.com29 Aug 2025

The activist urged his supporters not to block Mumbai's roads. "Clear the streets in two hours and ensure Mumbaikars are not troubled. Those who want to leave the city today can do so," he said.

Cold wave grips north, east India; Srinagar shivers at minus 5.3 degrees C

Cold wave grips north, east India; Srinagar shivers at minus 5.3 degrees C

Rediff.com17 Dec 2024

A cold wave has gripped many parts of north and east India, with Srinagar recording a minimum temperature of minus 5.3 degrees Celsius. Other areas experiencing below-freezing temperatures include Gulmarg, Pahalgam, Konibal, Qazigund, Kupwara, and Kokernag in Kashmir. Himachal Pradesh has issued an orange warning for severe cold wave conditions in several districts. Delhi recorded a minimum temperature of 5.9 degrees Celsius, while Faridkot in Punjab was the coldest in the region at 0 degrees Celsius. Extreme cold conditions also continued in parts of Rajasthan and Jharkhand. The Met office has forecast mainly dry weather until December 26, with the possibility of light snowfall in the higher reaches of Kashmir on the intervening night of December 21-22.

'India needs capital support in aerospace and defence'

'India needs capital support in aerospace and defence'

Rediff.com21 Sep 2025

'If we want to pivot meaningfully from a services-driven economy to a technology and manufacturing-led one.'

Boyfriend held in RG Kar student's mysterious death

Boyfriend held in RG Kar student's mysterious death

Rediff.com14 Sep 2025

A doctor in West Bengal has been arrested in connection with the death of his girlfriend, a medical student. The girlfriend's family alleges foul play, claiming the doctor poisoned her after she insisted on registering their marriage.

From BHU to Kathmandu: New Nepal PM shares deep India connect

From BHU to Kathmandu: New Nepal PM shares deep India connect

Rediff.com13 Sep 2025

Sushila Karki pursued her post-graduation from the Banaras Hindu University in Uttar Pradesh's Varanasi.

Jarange to launch fresh hunger strike on Friday for Maratha quota

Jarange to launch fresh hunger strike on Friday for Maratha quota

Rediff.com26 Aug 2025

Activist Manoj Jarange is set to launch a hunger strike in Mumbai on August 29 to demand reservation for the Maratha community, despite government attempts to dissuade him. The Bombay High Court has stated that he needs prior permission to protest.

India celebrates Diwali with fervour, Delhi AQI worsens

India celebrates Diwali with fervour, Delhi AQI worsens

Rediff.com20 Oct 2025

Buildings were decorated with colourful lights and earthen lamps dotted houses as people across the country thronged temples and celebrated Diwali with pomp on Monday.

Radhakrishnan vs Reddy: NDA holds edge in Tuesday's V-P poll

Radhakrishnan vs Reddy: NDA holds edge in Tuesday's V-P poll

Rediff.com8 Sep 2025

The stage is set for a direct contest between NDA nominee C P Radhakrishnan and joint opposition candidate B Sudershan Reddy for the vice-presidential election. The BJP-led alliance has a clear edge in the poll necessitated due to the sudden resignation of Jagdeep Dhankhar.

National Awards: 'Wanted A Good Picture To Hang At Home'

National Awards: 'Wanted A Good Picture To Hang At Home'

Rediff.com25 Sep 2025

'Winning awards, everything, I don't think you can plan all these things. You don't go out there wanting to make a film saying, 'this film will win an award'. You can't do art with that intent.'

Mohanlal, The Man Behind The Actor

Mohanlal, The Man Behind The Actor

Rediff.com29 Sep 2025

The cheeky young man who once gave me one-word answers grew into a philosophical, detached star yet remained simple and humble, never letting stardom steal his heart, notes Rediff's Shobha Warrier who first interviewed the Dadasaheb Phalke Award winner in 1987.

India signals willingness to cut Russian oil? US lawmaker says...

India signals willingness to cut Russian oil? US lawmaker says...

Rediff.com4 Sep 2025

An influential US lawmaker claims his visit to India helped catalyze "early signals" that New Delhi may reduce its imports of Russian oil, a step he described as "meaningful" in weakening Moscow's ability to fund its war in Ukraine.

Shots fired, cop hurt as rape accused AAP MLA flees

Shots fired, cop hurt as rape accused AAP MLA flees

Rediff.com2 Sep 2025

Aam Aadmi Party MLA Harmeet Singh Pathanmajra on Tuesday allegedly escaped the police out to arrest him in a rape case

'My Naada Was Stuck And I Couldn't Untie It'

'My Naada Was Stuck And I Couldn't Untie It'

Rediff.com29 Sep 2025

'Pahlaj Nihalani came to my rescue. There was no Instagram in those days so I didn't recognise him.' 'I almost fainted when he told me he was Pahlaj Nihalani, the producer of Ilzaam, the hit film that had just made Govinda a star.' 'I told him I was a model and an aspiring actor, and he responded, "You have an interesting face. Come and meet me in the office tomorrow".'

Panel submits 450-page report on Sambhal violence to Yogi

Panel submits 450-page report on Sambhal violence to Yogi

Rediff.com28 Aug 2025

A judicial commission has submitted its report to Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath regarding the violence that occurred in Sambhal in November 2024 during a survey of the Shahi Jama Masjid. The report addresses the events leading to the violence and potential demographic shifts in the region.

'Militants, Fundamentalists Are Running The Show In Bangladesh'

'Militants, Fundamentalists Are Running The Show In Bangladesh'

Rediff.com6 Aug 2025

'Militants are taking over the administration. Fundamentalists have been released from jail.'

Landslides, heavy rains kill 5 in Himachal; 1200 roads closed

Landslides, heavy rains kill 5 in Himachal; 1200 roads closed

Rediff.com1 Sep 2025

Heavy rains and landslides in Himachal Pradesh have resulted in multiple fatalities and widespread disruption, including road closures and train cancellations.

Minor boy sodomised, forced into oral sex in MP school; 2 held

Minor boy sodomised, forced into oral sex in MP school; 2 held

Rediff.com19 Jul 2025

The victim's family allegedly had to run from pillar to post to get a mandatory medical test done, prompting the authorities to launch a probe into the delay.

Bank OTS scheme not a borrower's right without upfront payment: SC

Bank OTS scheme not a borrower's right without upfront payment: SC

Rediff.com18 Sep 2025

The Supreme Court has ruled that a bank's one-time settlement (OTS) scheme cannot be invoked as a matter of right and that borrowers must strictly comply with its mandatory conditions, including upfront payment of a specified portion of dues, to avail themselves of the benefits of the scheme.

Meet The Villain of Kantara

Meet The Villain of Kantara

Rediff.com10 Oct 2025

'After the first Kantara, when they announced the second one, I kind of knew he will call me. I had this instinct. Then he called me at midnight and I didn't pick up. I was like, I'm not talking to anybody at 12 at night. The following day, I called and we chatted. He said, I have to narrate you something. I said, I know, it's Kantara!'