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India@80, America@250: Indian diaspora sets Guinness flag record in New York

India@80, America@250: Indian diaspora sets Guinness flag record in New York

Rediff.com16 Aug 2026

Celebrations marking India's 80th Independence Day in the New York tri-state area culminated in a world record, with more than 1,300 US flags surrounded by Indian tricolours arranged to form the number "250", in a tribute to America's semiquincentennial anniversary.

Vinesh Phogat praises youth after Pradhan's resignation: 'Democracy won, fear lost'

Vinesh Phogat praises youth after Pradhan's resignation: 'Democracy won, fear lost'

Rediff.com26 Jul 2026

Veteran Indian wrestler Vinesh Phogat lauded the nation's youth as the 'force that shapes the future' following Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation amidst the NEET-UG 2026 paper leak controversy, stating that 'democracy won and fear lost'.

'Gen Z Has Shown How The Government's Arrogance Can Be Broken'

'Gen Z Has Shown How The Government's Arrogance Can Be Broken'

Rediff.com26 Jul 2026

What remained at Shivaji Park was not Gen Z anger but of momentum -- a generation that had, in its own telling, made an emperor bow, and intends to keep singing and meme-ing about it.

India's Myanmar Challenge And Hlaing's Promises

India's Myanmar Challenge And Hlaing's Promises

Rediff.com12 Jun 2026

To get its act going in Myanmar, India would need very dynamic diplomacy and not the lazy all-eggs-in-one-basket approach, points out Subir Bhaumik.

GDN To Dada: 10 Coming Biopics That Have Our Attention

GDN To Dada: 10 Coming Biopics That Have Our Attention

Rediff.com16 Jul 2026

From Dr A P J Abdul Kalam to Sourav Ganguly, these coming biopics are bringing some of India's most fascinating lives to the big screen.

Rs 92 cr via foreign cards: US group, 6 others booked under UAPA in K'taka

Rs 92 cr via foreign cards: US group, 6 others booked under UAPA in K'taka

Rediff.com14 Jun 2026

A case has been registered against a US-based organisation and six others after the Enforcement Directorate lodged a complaint alleging illegal utilisation of foreign funds through a network of foreign debit cards, including in Left Wing Extremism (LWE)-affected areas of the country.

Suman Kalyanpur Laid to Rest With State Honours

Suman Kalyanpur Laid to Rest With State Honours

Rediff.com2 Jun 2026

Suman Kalyanpur, known for her melodious voice and soulful renditions, was laid to rest with full state honours in Mumbai.

The Rediff Podcast: Ajit Balakrishnan: The Man Who Put India On The Web

The Rediff Podcast: Ajit Balakrishnan: The Man Who Put India On The Web

Rediff.com9 Apr 2026

'Technology doesn't decide its destiny-humans do. We choose whether it becomes a weapon or a tool for progress.' 'Every breakthrough looks like a miracle at first, a disappointment later -- and finally, just another useful tool.'

'Sex worker, sell momos': NE women face racial abuse in Delhi

'Sex worker, sell momos': NE women face racial abuse in Delhi

Rediff.com22 Feb 2026

Three women from Arunachal Pradesh living in Delhi allege they were subjected to racial slurs and harassment by their neighbors following a minor dispute over dust from an AC installation.

'Fielding coach ne email daal diya hai ladkon ko...'

'Fielding coach ne email daal diya hai ladkon ko...'

Rediff.com22 Sep 2025

The Indian skipper said that the wicket today was much better from a batting point of view.

Rising Stars T20 Asia Cup: Radha stars as India A storm into final

Rising Stars T20 Asia Cup: Radha stars as India A storm into final

Rediff.com20 Feb 2026

Radha Yadav's all-round performance propelled India A Women to a five-wicket victory over Sri Lanka A in the Women's Rising Stars T20 Asia Cup semifinal, securing their place in the final.

Cong claims Epstein shaped India-Israel ties after 2014, cites emails

Cong claims Epstein shaped India-Israel ties after 2014, cites emails

Rediff.com25 Feb 2026

The Congress party has alleged that convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein played a role in shaping the India-Israel relationship after 2014, citing email exchanges made public under the 'Epstein Files'.

Asha Bhosle: 'Dum Maro Dum Was Banned By The Government'

Asha Bhosle: 'Dum Maro Dum Was Banned By The Government'

Rediff.com15 Apr 2026

'Today, if 50 songs are composed, one or two work. In the 1970s, all 50 would work.'

90 UNFORGETTABLE Asha Bhosle Songs

90 UNFORGETTABLE Asha Bhosle Songs

Rediff.com12 Apr 2026

Much, much, much before Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani fussed over What Jhumka, Asha Bhosle trilled in her alluring voice and teased us with tantalising details about the events leading to her precious Jhumka's loss.

'Asha Bhosle Was Limitless'

'Asha Bhosle Was Limitless'

Rediff.com14 Apr 2026

'The world feels quieter today.... Asha Bhosle wasn't just a legend -- she gave the world melodies that will outlive us all.'

IPL 2026: 'After Shah Rukh Khan, it's Rinku Singh in KKR'

IPL 2026: 'After Shah Rukh Khan, it's Rinku Singh in KKR'

Rediff.com24 Mar 2026

Rinku Singh has been a part of KKR for the last seven seasons, having joined the franchise for Rs 80 lakh at the 2018 IPL Players' Auction.

T20 World Cup: 'Beta, Perform!' Afridi Publicly Schools Shadab

T20 World Cup: 'Beta, Perform!' Afridi Publicly Schools Shadab

Rediff.com20 Feb 2026

Tensions have emerged within Pakistan cricket after Shadab Khan's response to criticism following the team's defeat to India in the T20 World Cup. His remarks have drawn criticism from former players and prompted a response from the PCB and Shahid Afridi.

'India Mein Casteism Hai Ya Nahi?

'India Mein Casteism Hai Ya Nahi?

Rediff.com17 Apr 2025

Anurag Kashyap has expressed his frustration over the release issues faced by Ananth Mahadevan's biographical drama Phule.

'Vaibhav ne hamare zilla ka naam roshan kiya hai'

'Vaibhav ne hamare zilla ka naam roshan kiya hai'

Rediff.com29 Apr 2025

At 14 years and 32 days, Suryavanshi became the youngest player to score a century in T20 cricket, dethroning Vijay Zol, aged 18 years and 118 days, when he scored 109 against Mumbai in 2013.

In Hampi: Hanuman Lives Through Ramu

In Hampi: Hanuman Lives Through Ramu

Rediff.com2 Mar 2026

He was enacting and telling stories of none other than Lord Hanuman, the figure, to date, that rules the hearts of the people of Kishkinda or present-day Hampi in the Vijayanagar district of Karnataka.

Indian Travel Gets Personal in 2026

Indian Travel Gets Personal in 2026

Rediff.com28 Jan 2026

Ultra-personalisation is the new standard for Indian tourists.

Ahan Shetty: Dream Of Becoming Actor Started With Border

Ahan Shetty: Dream Of Becoming Actor Started With Border

Rediff.com21 Jan 2026

Ahan Shetty: I fell in love with the Indian Army after I watched Border.

VIDEO: Modi makes historic landing at Assam highway airstrip

VIDEO: Modi makes historic landing at Assam highway airstrip

Rediff.com14 Feb 2026

Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the Northeast's first Emergency Landing Facility in Assam, boosting regional defense and disaster response capabilities.

'Ameriki papa ne war rukwa di kya': Cong's swipe at govt

'Ameriki papa ne war rukwa di kya': Cong's swipe at govt

Rediff.com14 May 2025

With United States President Donald Trump reiterating his claims of brokering a ceasefire between India and Pakistan, the Congress on Wednesday asked what do the 'typically loquacious' Prime Minister Narendra Modi and External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar have to say about this revelation and did they 'mortgage' India's security interests in the face of US 'pressure'.

If India attacks Pak, B'desh should occupy NE states: Yunus' aide

If India attacks Pak, B'desh should occupy NE states: Yunus' aide

Rediff.com2 May 2025

A former Bangladesh army officer and close aide of Chief Adviser Muhammad Yunus has suggested that Dhaka should collaborate with China to occupy India's northeastern states if it attacks Pakistan in response to the Pahalgam terror attack. Bangladesh's interim government has distanced itself from the remarks made by Major General (Retd) ALM Fazlur Rahman on his social media account. Rahman's comments come amidst growing tensions between India and Bangladesh following Yunus' remarks in China about India's northeastern states being landlocked and needing Bangladesh's access to the ocean. These incidents have further strained relations between the two countries, with India withdrawing transhipment facilities granted to Bangladesh for exporting goods to the Middle East, Europe, and various other countries.

Bihar verdict: Memefest keeps social media abuzz

Bihar verdict: Memefest keeps social media abuzz

Rediff.com14 Nov 2025

The social media handles of the Bharatiya Janata Party were abuzz with memes and jibes targeted at Congress and Rahul Gandhi on Friday, soon after the bumper performance of the saffron party in the Bihar assembly polls, with the party's Assam unit apologising for upsetting the 'national child' on Children's Day.

'10/10! SUPERMEN from INDIA!'

'10/10! SUPERMEN from INDIA!'

Rediff.com4 Aug 2025

'Iron body with heart of a Lion. Mohammed Siraj.'

FC Goa blank Inter Kashi, seal Super Cup semi spot

FC Goa blank Inter Kashi, seal Super Cup semi spot

Rediff.com29 Oct 2025

With both NorthEast United FC and Jamshedpur FC dropping points, neither side can now catch up with the Gaurs, who have booked their last-four berth with a game to spare.

Renuka Thakur: Fulfilling Her Father's Dream With WC Glory

Renuka Thakur: Fulfilling Her Father's Dream With WC Glory

Rediff.com3 Nov 2025

'We are happy as our daughter has reached here today and we wish that all girls should go forward and pray to God to keep the youth away from drugs.'

How Dhoni's Advice Kept Siraj Going

How Dhoni's Advice Kept Siraj Going

Rediff.com7 Oct 2025

'When I joined the India team, M S Dhoni had told me, "Kisi ki baaton mein nahin aana. Jab tu acha karega, toh poori duniya tumhare saath rahegi, aur jab kharaab karega, yahi duniya tujhe gaali degi".'

'Handshake Kar Lo, Show Some Grace': Shoaib

'Handshake Kar Lo, Show Some Grace': Shoaib

Rediff.com15 Sep 2025

'Don't make it political, let cricket be a game.'

Terrorists planned attacks on 'Chicken's Neck' connecting NE to India

Terrorists planned attacks on 'Chicken's Neck' connecting NE to India

Rediff.com21 Dec 2024

Eight suspected members of terrorist outfit Ansar-al-Islam Bangladesh, who were recently arrested, had been planning to target the 'Chicken's Neck' connecting West Bengal's Siliguri with the northeastern states, a top police officer said. They wanted to create large-scale instability in the corridor by carrying out synchronised attacks and fomenting instability, he said.

Bumrah Trolls Teammate for Wearing Shades at Night

Bumrah Trolls Teammate for Wearing Shades at Night

Rediff.com7 Jun 2025

'Raat mein bande ne chashme pehne hue hain,' Bumrah chuckled in a video shared by the BCCI.

What's The Point Of Quad If Trump Equates India-Pakistan?

What's The Point Of Quad If Trump Equates India-Pakistan?

Rediff.com3 Jul 2025

If the only superpower, which calls India an ally, sees the region through an India-Pakistan prism, it is unacceptable. Rather than endorse India's sphere of influence, this undermines it, asserts Shekhar Gupta.

Pant applauded for enthralling century at Leeds

Pant applauded for enthralling century at Leeds

Rediff.com22 Jun 2025

True to form, Pant brought up his seventh Test hundred in the most Pant-esque way possible, with a soaring one-handed six off Shoaib Bashir. A

Sehwag, Dhawan Slam Pakistan

Sehwag, Dhawan Slam Pakistan

Rediff.com11 May 2025

Virender Sehwag and Shikhar Dhawan launched a bitter attack on Pakistan following its blatant violation of the ceasefire agreement with India on Saturday.

Diljit Explains Why He Worked With Pakistani Actress

Diljit Explains Why He Worked With Pakistani Actress

Rediff.com25 Jun 2025

Diljit Dosanjh has finally decided to address the backlash and serious repercussions he is facing after co-starring with Pakistani actress Hania Aamir in his forthcoming film, Sardaarji 3.

Shami blasts retirement rumours

Shami blasts retirement rumours

Rediff.com13 May 2025

Shami returned to the Indian set up for the England ODI series in February after being sidelined in 2024, following his Achilles tendon injury during the 2023 ODI World Cup.

'Guru Dutt Was Very Down To Earth'

'Guru Dutt Was Very Down To Earth'

Rediff.com9 Jul 2025

'I always considered him as a director, never an actor. Do you know he always considered other actors for his films first?' 'For Pyaasa, he wanted to cast Dilip saab; only when Dilip saab refused did Guru Duttji decide to do the role himself.'

Duleep Trophy: Dhull, Ankit smash hundreds; put North on top

Duleep Trophy: Dhull, Ankit smash hundreds; put North on top

Rediff.com30 Aug 2025

Skipper Ankit Kumar and promising batter Yash Dhull made contrasting hundreds to place North Zone on the cusp of the Duleep Trophy semifinals in Bengaluru, on Saturday.