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STOP Trolling Katrina Kaif For Her Post Pregnancy Body!

STOP Trolling Katrina Kaif For Her Post Pregnancy Body!

Rediff.com2 days ago

When the Internet reduced Katrina Kaif to her post-pregnancy body, it exposed how society prioritises cruel 'bounce back' ideals over genuine postpartum healing.

'I feel a little bad. I am not a machine': Sanju Samson

'I feel a little bad. I am not a machine': Sanju Samson

Rediff.com5 days ago

India wicketkeeper-batter Sanju Samson admits that external criticism affects him, but he has developed the maturity and experience to manage it, while also supporting the team's leadership for making difficult selection decisions in the best interest of the squad.

Sehwag's son debuts but Dravid Jr steals the show

Sehwag's son debuts but Dravid Jr steals the show

Rediff.com2 days ago

India Under-19 secured a narrow seven-run victory over Australia U-19 in a rain-affected first Youth ODI. Anvay Dravid's explosive late innings and Yashbardhan Chauhan's all-round performance, including a half-century and two wickets, were pivotal. The match also marked the U19 debut of Aaryavir Sehwag, who contributed 28 runs.

Why India's Ethanol Blending Policy Needs A Rethink

Why India's Ethanol Blending Policy Needs A Rethink

Rediff.com10 Aug 2026

A group of experts has voiced significant concerns regarding India's ethanol-blended fuel policy, citing potential negative impacts on land-use, agriculture patterns, food security, groundwater levels, and household incomes. They recommend a return to E10 fuel and a review of the policy's overall benefits versus costs to consumers and the environment.

When Bappa Showed Us How To Do More...

When Bappa Showed Us How To Do More...

Rediff.com5 days ago

We started with notebooks and graduated to lavatories, self defence classes, laptops during the lockdown... And, every Ganeshotsav, the contributions increased, says Ananya Chincholikar.

'Mirzapur Was A Huge Gamble'

'Mirzapur Was A Huge Gamble'

Rediff.com3 days ago

'Gurmmeet Singh was extremely sure in his head that the canvas should be bigger. The movie should look big on screen. It should look like the Mirzapur world but at the same time, much bigger.'

It's A Medical Miracle Review: Confused Thriller

It's A Medical Miracle Review: Confused Thriller

Rediff.com1 days ago

It's A Medical Miracle has a promising superhero premise and some genuinely inventive moments, but a wildly uneven screenplay ultimately squanders its potential.

How Robotic Surgery And Ceramic Implants Are Changing Knee Replacements

How Robotic Surgery And Ceramic Implants Are Changing Knee Replacements

Rediff.com3 days ago

Doctors in Delhi have pioneered a new knee replacement surgery combining an active robotic system with a non-metallic, ceramic implant. This world-first procedure, performed at Max Super Speciality Hospital, Saket, aims to enhance precision and improve outcomes compared to conventional metal implants, potentially revolutionising future joint replacement surgeries.

Recipe: Rushichi Bhaji: A Traditional Festive Stew

Recipe: Rushichi Bhaji: A Traditional Festive Stew

Rediff.com2 days ago

Rishi Panchami Bhaji, also known as Rushichi Bhaji, is a traditional Maharashtrian and Konkan festive preparation made during Rishi Panchami, observed on the second day of Ganesh Chaturthi. The dish brings together seasonal vegetables, leafy greens and tubers, reflecting the simplicity and abundance of traditional cooking.

The Tukaram Mundhe-Themed Ganeshotsav

The Tukaram Mundhe-Themed Ganeshotsav

Rediff.com2 days ago

Nikhil Rasal from Satara and Adarsh Mitra Mandal of Gharat Aali, Alibag, have used their Ganpati decorations to highlight the work and public service associated with Tukaram Mundhe, commissioner of food and drug administration turning the festival into a platform for social awareness.

TVS Motor: Premium Two-Wheelers and Top Variants Drive Sales Growth

TVS Motor: Premium Two-Wheelers and Top Variants Drive Sales Growth

Rediff.com1 days ago

Indian two-wheeler buyers are increasingly opting for feature-rich, higher-end variants and premium motorcycles, driven by technology, safety, and easier access to finance, according to TVS Motor Company. The company is also exploring alternative electric motor technologies to secure its supply chain amidst growing EV penetration.

Will Sooryavanshi get a game in final Afghanistan T20I?

Will Sooryavanshi get a game in final Afghanistan T20I?

Rediff.com4 days ago

India, having already secured the T20 series against Afghanistan, is likely to experiment with its playing XI in the third and final match in New Delhi. This provides an opportunity for players like Vaibhav Sooryavanshi and others on the bench to get game time before the Asian Games, while Afghanistan aims for an improved performance to boost morale.

Shreyas Iyer: 'Gautam Gambhir builds a lot of trust and confidence within the team'

Shreyas Iyer: 'Gautam Gambhir builds a lot of trust and confidence within the team'

Rediff.com12 Sep 2026

Gautam Gambhir builds a lot of trust and confidence within the team, and every player knows their role and has clarity, said Shreyas Iyer, praising his head coach's man-management skills.

Want to Study at Leiden University On A Scholarship?

Want to Study at Leiden University On A Scholarship?

Rediff.com5 days ago

Selected applicants may receive a fee reduction of 10,000 to 15,000 euros in tuition costs.

Salesforce Sees India Leading Global Agentic AI Innovation

Salesforce Sees India Leading Global Agentic AI Innovation

Rediff.com20 hours ago

Salesforce executives, including South Asia CEO Arundhati Bhattacharya, predict a significant shift in India towards wider enterprise AI adoption, moving from experimentation to production deployments. The company plans to invest in physical infrastructure and talent upskilling in India. Salesforce's vision for the "agentic enterprise" involves a four-layer architecture, emphasising the need for robust security and governance for autonomous agents. Executives also highlighted the evolving nature of jobs, with AI handling repetitive tasks and creating new specialised roles, positioning India as a potential leader in agentic innovation by 2030.

Asian Games 2026: Pakistan women survive big scare; edge Thailand to enter cricket semis

Asian Games 2026: Pakistan women survive big scare; edge Thailand to enter cricket semis

Rediff.com3 days ago

Pakistan women's cricket team secured a narrow three-wicket victory over Thailand in a low-scoring thriller at the 2026 Asian Games, qualifying for the semi-finals despite a challenging chase in a rain-affected match.

7 Scams That Can Empty Your Bank Account

7 Scams That Can Empty Your Bank Account

Rediff.com5 days ago

A frozen phone screen, a fake customer-care call, a screen-sharing request or even a duplicate SIM can give cybercriminals a route into your bank account.

Tata's Problem Is India's Problem

Tata's Problem Is India's Problem

Rediff.com3 days ago

J R D Tata, chairman of the Tata group from 1938 to 1991, said that whenever he had to make a difficult decision, he would ask himself, what will be good for India, and what will be good for the Tatas. If he had a doubt, he would decide in favour of India. In the long run, it would turn out well for the Tatas too, he said, points out Arun Maira.

Opposition Slams New UPI Charges, Questions GDP Calculation

Opposition Slams New UPI Charges, Questions GDP Calculation

Rediff.com4 days ago

Opposition MPs have voiced strong criticism against the government's new fee on UPI payments exceeding Rs 2,000 to merchants, calling it "anti-people" and expressing widespread "outrage". The issue was raised in a Parliamentary Standing Committee meeting, where concerns were also flagged regarding the methodology of GDP growth calculation and the government's stance on Virtual Digital Assets.

Congress candidate Milan Pradhan arrested ahead of Nandigram bypoll

Congress candidate Milan Pradhan arrested ahead of Nandigram bypoll

Rediff.com2 days ago

Congress candidate Milan Pradhan for the Nandigram assembly bypoll was arrested for alleged involvement in the 2007 anti-land acquisition movement. Another party leader, Subhasish Bhattacharya, was also arrested. The Congress alleges political vendetta by the BJP, especially as Pradhan had successfully filed his nomination. The party has questioned the timing and legality of the arrest, particularly during the model code of conduct, and plans demonstrations.

Political Row Erupts Over UPI Fee Decision

Political Row Erupts Over UPI Fee Decision

Rediff.com3 days ago

The Congress party has strongly refuted government claims that its MPs on the Parliament Standing Committee on Finance supported a fee on high-value UPI payments. Congress leaders, including Gaurav Gogoi and Manish Tewari, stated that the "UPI tax" proposal was not specifically discussed by the committee, accusing the Modi government of diverting attention from public backlash and appeasing US companies. The government, however, cited the committee's report which pressed for a tiered Merchant Discount Rate (MDR) framework.

Want Lip Fillers? Here's What You Need To Know

Want Lip Fillers? Here's What You Need To Know

Rediff.com12 Aug 2026

Dr Shilpi Bhadani explains what first-timers should know about lip augmentation, the risks involved, filler vs fat grafting and how long the results last.

Quimcy D'Souza narrowly misses medal, but puts Indian teqball on world stage

Quimcy D'Souza narrowly misses medal, but puts Indian teqball on world stage

Rediff.com16 hours ago

Quimcy D'Souza, a self-funded and self-coached Indian teqball player, competed at the Asian Games with the aim of popularising the sport in India. Despite narrowly missing out on two bronze medals, D'Souza views her journey as a crucial first step towards establishing teqball in the country and inspiring more athletes.

India's badminton teams begin Asian Games medal hunt

India's badminton teams begin Asian Games medal hunt

Rediff.com1 days ago

India's badminton contingent is set to begin its Asian Games campaign, with the men's team aiming to improve on their previous silver medal and the women's team seeking a second medal. Key players like Lakshya Sen, Satwik-Chirag, PV Sindhu, and Treesa Jolly/Gayatri Gopichand are expected to lead the charge against strong opponents like Japan, China, and Korea in both team and individual events.

Neeraj Chopra Reflects On Missing Asian Games Due To Injury

Neeraj Chopra Reflects On Missing Asian Games Due To Injury

Rediff.com18 hours ago

India's Olympic gold medallist javelin thrower Neeraj Chopra discusses the emotional and physical challenges of missing the Asian Games due to a ligament injury. He shares his process of accepting the setback, focusing on rehabilitation, and preparing for future competitions, while also offering advice to fellow athletes and aspiring javelin throwers.

Asian Games: 'I got a bit relaxed': Elavenil on her gold slip

Asian Games: 'I got a bit relaxed': Elavenil on her gold slip

Rediff.com18 hours ago

Indian air rifle shooter Elavenil Valarivan secured a silver medal at the Asian Games, despite initially leading the final. She expressed contentment with the result, viewing it as a crucial learning experience focused on process over outcome. This marks her third consecutive individual silver at major Asian competitions, and she also contributed to India's team silver. The medal holds personal significance as her first at the Asian Games, achieved after eight years, and she credits her coach's guidance.

EPL: Liverpool 'Lacked Freshness' As They Drop Points

EPL: Liverpool 'Lacked Freshness' As They Drop Points

Rediff.com12 Sep 2026

Liverpool's underwhelming start to the Premier League season continued with a drab 0-0 home draw against Fulham, leaving new coach Andoni Iraola unbeaten but with his side struggling to find form.

Govinda Unites With Wife, Kids For Ganpati

Govinda Unites With Wife, Kids For Ganpati

Rediff.com5 days ago

Govinda made a late-night return from the US to join his wife Sunita Ahuja and children Tina and Yashvardhan in their cherished Ganesh Chaturthi celebrations, continuing a family tradition started by his late mother.

AI Transition Is Irreversible, But Regulation And Cost Will Shape Its Future

AI Transition Is Irreversible, But Regulation And Cost Will Shape Its Future

Rediff.com6 days ago

TeamLease EdTech Founder and CEO Shantanu Rooj states that the AI-driven world transition is irreversible, with regulation and cost being crucial factors determining its speed and depth. He emphasizes that while AI will transform jobs, not eliminate them, continuous learning, domain expertise, and adaptability will be key for individuals and businesses to thrive in this evolving landscape. Rooj also highlights the need for universities to adapt their curricula to prepare a future-ready workforce.

Kiran Bedi seeks role in Satya Niketan hostel collapse case, HC says...

Kiran Bedi seeks role in Satya Niketan hostel collapse case, HC says...

Rediff.com3 days ago

Retired IPS officer Kiran Bedi on Thursday approached the Delhi high court seeking to be made a party in a matter concerning the hostel building collapse in Satya Niketan that left seven people dead, saying she wanted to bring forth "critical public domain disclosures" and the "nexus" in the operation of PG hostels.

Banks will take 3-4 months to deploy FCNR(B) flows: Setty

Banks will take 3-4 months to deploy FCNR(B) flows: Setty

Rediff.com11 Sep 2026

State Bank of India Chairman C S Setty stated that banks will take three to four months to deploy the significant funds mobilised through foreign currency non-resident (bank), or FCNR(B), deposits, which is unlikely to cause "abnormal lending". He also highlighted the need for agentic artificial intelligence (AI) costs to fall sharply for its widespread deployment in India, envisioning its role in transforming banking from fraud detection to personalised financial assistance.

Haris Rauf: 'I am trying to put my name forward for the Sri Lanka series'

Haris Rauf: 'I am trying to put my name forward for the Sri Lanka series'

Rediff.com3 days ago

Pakistan pacer Haris Rauf has expressed his strong desire to play Test cricket, aiming for a spot in the upcoming series against Sri Lanka, as the team grapples with significant struggles in its pace department.

Modi-Pezeshkian meet: India calls for dialogue in West Asia, safe navigation

Modi-Pezeshkian meet: India calls for dialogue in West Asia, safe navigation

Rediff.com11 Sep 2026

Prime Minister Narendra Modi hosted Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian in New Delhi for talks focusing on the West Asia situation, bilateral relations, and BRICS cooperation. The meeting, Pezeshkian's first visit to India as president, comes amidst heightened tensions in West Asia due to new US sanctions on Iran and concerns over global oil supplies from the Strait of Hormuz. Both leaders emphasised regional stability and economic resilience.

Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games: Shared Rooms, Long Waits Plague Athlete Accommodation

Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games: Shared Rooms, Long Waits Plague Athlete Accommodation

Rediff.com3 days ago

The Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games are grappling with significant accommodation issues, including male and female athletes being allocated shared rooms and long waiting times for credential activation, forcing even the host Japan team to seek alternative arrangements.

Nitish-Nishant share stage amid cheers: Is JD-U signalling succession?

Nitish-Nishant share stage amid cheers: Is JD-U signalling succession?

Rediff.com2 days ago

JD(U) president Nitish Kumar and his son Nishant Kumar made a joint appearance at a party orientation programme, sparking speculation about Nishant's political future and potential leadership roles within the party. The event, aimed at training parliamentarians and legislators, also saw Nishant urging attendees to uphold his father's principles of "zero tolerance for crime, corruption and communalism."

Over 37 lakh electoral roll appeals pending in West Bengal

Over 37 lakh electoral roll appeals pending in West Bengal

Rediff.com2 days ago

The Election Commission has informed the Supreme Court that over 37 lakh appeals concerning deletions or inclusions in West Bengal's electoral rolls remain pending under the Special Intensive Revision. The apex court-appointed tribunals have disposed of only a fraction of the 38.20 lakh appeals filed, prompting the Supreme Court to seek data and a plan for streamlining the adjudication process.

SC intervenes in Mumbai Film City tree felling for creative tech institute

SC intervenes in Mumbai Film City tree felling for creative tech institute

Rediff.com4 days ago

The Supreme Court has sought responses from the Maharashtra government and other parties regarding a plea to fell and transplant trees for a proposed National Centre of Excellence for Animation, Visual Effects, Gaming, Comics and Extended Reality in Mumbai's Film City. The project, deemed of "eminent national importance," requires the felling of 124 trees and transplanting 333, with compensatory afforestation planned. The court's intervention follows a previous order restricting tree felling in the Aarey colony.

Davis Cup: India Prepares To Counter Korea's Home Court Advantage

Davis Cup: India Prepares To Counter Korea's Home Court Advantage

Rediff.com5 days ago

India's singles players Sumit Nagal and Dhakshineswar Suresh face challenging conditions in their Davis Cup Qualifier Round 2 tie against South Korea. The hosts have prepared a slow, low-bounce court with heavy balls to negate India's strengths. Captain Rohit Rajpal is confident in the team's ability to adapt and strategize, emphasizing the importance of flexibility and exposing younger players to high-pressure situations.

'Tata Trusts Wants To Determine Destiny Of Group Companies'

'Tata Trusts Wants To Determine Destiny Of Group Companies'

Rediff.com1 days ago

'Members of Indian family businesses have considered it their birthright to work there and responsibility to take care of it.'

Modi to Xi: Border peace 'essential' for better ties

Modi to Xi: Border peace 'essential' for better ties

Rediff.com13 Sep 2026

Prime Minister Narendra Modi conveyed to Chinese President Xi Jinping that peace and tranquillity along the frontier remains an "essential" basis for the development of India-China relations, even as the two leaders welcomed "steady progress" in bilateral ties during their talks on the sidelines of the BRICS summit.