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The Power Siblings Of Bollywood

The Power Siblings Of Bollywood

Rediff.com7 Aug 2025

The bond between Bollywood's siblings is there for all to see. While some may not not worked together, they promote and support each other just as strongly.

'Pak voter IDs, guns, chocolates': Shah rebuts Chidambaram's claim

'Pak voter IDs, guns, chocolates': Shah rebuts Chidambaram's claim

Rediff.com29 Jul 2025

The empty cartridges found at Pahalgam and those after test firing by the recovered guns were matched by the forensic lab, Shah said. The ballistic report is with him, he added.

Chandigarh mayoral polls: You will be prosecuted, SC warns officer

Chandigarh mayoral polls: You will be prosecuted, SC warns officer

Rediff.com19 Feb 2024

The bench told Masih that it was clear that he was putting the "X" mark on the ballot papers.

BCCI shuffles Test venues! Delhi misses out on SA Test

BCCI shuffles Test venues! Delhi misses out on SA Test

Rediff.com9 Jun 2025

While Delhi was set to host the opening Test against South Africa from November 14-18, it will now host the second Test against West Indies starting October 10.

BSF raises first drone squadron to counter UAV threat from Pak

BSF raises first drone squadron to counter UAV threat from Pak

Rediff.com22 Jul 2025

The Border Security Force (BSF) is raising a maiden 'drone squadron' for deployment along the India-Pakistan border. The squadron will comprise reconnaissance, surveillance and attack drones and specially-trained personnel.

'Gill makes it look so easy on big stage'

'Gill makes it look so easy on big stage'

Rediff.com3 Jul 2025

Hero of India's two global triumphs, 44-year-old Yuvraj had guided young Gill and India's T20 opener Abhishek Sharma during the Covid-19 lockdown when they even stayed at his Chandigarh bungalow.

Border states hold mock drills simulating air raids, drone attacks

Border states hold mock drills simulating air raids, drone attacks

Rediff.com1 Jun 2025

Mock drills were conducted on Saturday in states and Union territories adjoining the western border -- from Jammu and Kashmir to Gujarat -- to enhance wartime emergency preparedness and response capabilities, officials said.

J-K cloudburst: 60 dead, 69 missing, over 100 hurt

J-K cloudburst: 60 dead, 69 missing, over 100 hurt

Rediff.com15 Aug 2025

Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah briefed Prime Minister Narendra Modi on a devastating cloudburst in Kishtwar district that claimed 60 lives and injured over 100. Abdullah expressed condolences and assured assistance, while also questioning potential administrative lapses.

NIA charges 7 for attack on Punjab police station by Khalistani terrorists

NIA charges 7 for attack on Punjab police station by Khalistani terrorists

Rediff.com27 Jun 2025

The terror attack on Ghanie Ke Bangar Police Station in Batala, Gurdaspur district, Punjab, was claimed on social media by BKI operatives Harpreet Singh alias Happy Passia and Gurpreet alias Gopi, they said.

Vietnam's VinFast opens eSUV bookings on Tesla's big day

Vietnam's VinFast opens eSUV bookings on Tesla's big day

Rediff.com16 Jul 2025

VF 7 and VF 6, as the models are called, will go on sale in August after the inauguration of VinFast's plant in Thoothukudi in Tamil Nadu, and deliveries will follow later.

Gurugram 'works from home' after night of downpour

Gurugram 'works from home' after night of downpour

Rediff.com10 Jul 2025

Heavy overnight rain in Gurugram caused widespread waterlogging and traffic gridlock, bringing the city to a standstill. Several residential areas and major roads were inundated, leading to commuter chaos.

Indian men shatter 15-year-old national relay record

Indian men shatter 15-year-old national relay record

Rediff.com30 Apr 2025

Gurindervir, Kujur, Manikanta, Amlan set new 4x100m relay national record

IPL 2025: Check Out The Revised Schedule

IPL 2025: Check Out The Revised Schedule

Rediff.com26 May 2025

The revised schedule of IPL 2025.

PHOTOS: Surat goes under water after 100 mm of rains

PHOTOS: Surat goes under water after 100 mm of rains

Rediff.com24 Jun 2025

Various parts of Surat were flooded after incessant rainfall in the region. Over 100 mm of rain has blocked roads and led to waterlogging in several low-lying areas.

Pant, LSG fined for slower over rate against RCB

Pant, LSG fined for slower over rate against RCB

Rediff.com28 May 2025

Lucknow Super Giants skipper Rishabh Pant has been fined Rs 30 lakh for maintaining a slow over rate during his team's defeat to Royal Challengers Bengaluru in their last IPL match in Lucknow on Tuesday.

Operation Sindoor: 300 flights cancelled, 25 airports shut

Operation Sindoor: 300 flights cancelled, 25 airports shut

Rediff.com7 May 2025

More than 300 flights have been cancelled and at least 25 airports, including Srinagar, have been temporarily shut for operations amid restrictions in the wake of the armed forces launching missile attacks on terror targets in Pakistan on Wednesday morning.

Surprise! Arshdeep gets net help from familiar faces

Surprise! Arshdeep gets net help from familiar faces

Rediff.com29 Jun 2025

Harpreet Brar and Jagjit Singh Sandhu linked up with the India pacer in the nets, bringing a touch of familiarity and camaraderie to a high-pressure moment in the series.

'Red' alert for downpour in Himachal, rail line shut

'Red' alert for downpour in Himachal, rail line shut

Rediff.com29 Jun 2025

The meteorological centre in Shimla issued a 'red' alert on Sunday for very heavy downpour in 10 districts of Himachal Pradesh, while services on the Shimla-Kalka rail line were suspended for hours till the debris and trees fallen on the tracks following overnight rains were removed.

'First BJP vs INDIA fight': AAP, Cong tie up for Chandigarh mayor polls

'First BJP vs INDIA fight': AAP, Cong tie up for Chandigarh mayor polls

Rediff.com16 Jan 2024

Under the alliance arrangement for the mayoral elections, the AAP will fight for the mayor's seat while the Congress will contest the posts of senior deputy mayor and deputy mayor.

8 invalidated votes in Chandigarh mayoral poll to be counted: SC

8 invalidated votes in Chandigarh mayoral poll to be counted: SC

Rediff.com20 Feb 2024

The top court is scrutinising the ballot papers and watching the video recordings which were brought before it by a judicial officer appointed by the Punjab & Haryana high court's Registrar General.

Sirens, blackouts in border states as Pak attack foiled

Sirens, blackouts in border states as Pak attack foiled

Rediff.com9 May 2025

People in several districts of Punjab, Jammu and Kashmir and Gujarat spent an anxious night as authorities enforced blackouts amid heightened tension between India and Pakistan.

AAP to move SC as HC rejects plea to set aside Chandigarh mayoral polls

AAP to move SC as HC rejects plea to set aside Chandigarh mayoral polls

Rediff.com31 Jan 2024

The Aam Aadmi Party has sought the setting aside of Tuesday's election, alleging tampering of ballot papers, and fresh elections under the supervision of a retired high court judge.

Jubilant Suyash ready to celebrate on June 3rd

Jubilant Suyash ready to celebrate on June 3rd

Rediff.com29 May 2025

We have lost battle but not war: Punjab Kings skipper Shreyas Iyer

BJP sweeps Chandigarh mayoral polls; INDIA bloc moves HC alleging foul play

BJP sweeps Chandigarh mayoral polls; INDIA bloc moves HC alleging foul play

Rediff.com30 Jan 2024

Bharatiya Janata Party candidate Manoj Sonkar on Tuesday defeated Aam Aadmi Party's Kuldeep Kumar to win the post of mayor in the Chandigarh mayoral polls.

EC is 'deleting evidence' instead of giving answers: Rahul

EC is 'deleting evidence' instead of giving answers: Rahul

Rediff.com21 Jun 2025

Gandhi has been demanding voter lists, poll data and video footage from the election commission, alleging irregularities in Maharashtra assembly elections.

Rohit slams IPL records: 7000 runs, 300 sixes!

Rohit slams IPL records: 7000 runs, 300 sixes!

Rediff.com31 May 2025

Mumbai Indian's veteran batter Rohit Sharma became only the second batter to surpass the 7000-run mark in IPL.

'Pakistan and India must host each other'

'Pakistan and India must host each other'

Rediff.com3 Jul 2025

Pak hockey team must play in India and India should reciprocate: Ex-Pak captain Butt

DLF Returns to Mumbai with 800 Crore Bet

DLF Returns to Mumbai with 800 Crore Bet

Rediff.com18 Jul 2025

'The market today is different -- more mature and conducive. As a national player, you can't not be in Mumbai. And competition is always good.'

Why Punjab fans love to call Shreyas 'Sarpanch Sahab'

Why Punjab fans love to call Shreyas 'Sarpanch Sahab'

Rediff.com3 Jun 2025

Punjab Kings captain Shreyas Iyer opened up on his 'Sarpanch Sahab' nickname, which he received since joining the franchise.

Crash Puts Spotlight On DGCA Warnings To Air India

Crash Puts Spotlight On DGCA Warnings To Air India

Rediff.com20 Jun 2025

The DGCA has issued multiple fines and warnings to Air India over the past three years, flagging serious concerns in flight operations, cockpit discipline, and internal accountability.

Meet The Man Behind Bollywood Classics

Meet The Man Behind Bollywood Classics

Rediff.com23 Jul 2025

'The moment a movie was declared a hit, he would immediately start planning his next.'

Centenarian Marathon Legend Fauja Singh Dies in Tragic Accident

Centenarian Marathon Legend Fauja Singh Dies in Tragic Accident

Rediff.com15 Jul 2025

'He was walking on the road when a car coming from Bhogpur hit him. He suffered head injuries and was taken to a private hospital where he died in the evening'

Red alert in many states as monsoon covers India; 2 killed U'khand

Red alert in many states as monsoon covers India; 2 killed U'khand

Rediff.com29 Jun 2025

The labourers, who are said to be of Nepali origin, were engaged in the construction of a hotel.

SC initiates contempt against YouTuber over remarks against judges

SC initiates contempt against YouTuber over remarks against judges

Rediff.com30 May 2025

A bench comprising Chief Justice B R Gavai and Justices Augustine George Masih and AS Chandurkar also directed that the offending video be immediately taken down and restrained the YouTube channel from republishing it or similar content.

Operation Sindoor: All 32 airports to resume ops, advisories issued

Operation Sindoor: All 32 airports to resume ops, advisories issued

Rediff.com13 May 2025

Civilian flight operations from the 32 airports across northern and western India, including Srinagar and Amritsar, were suspended from May 9 to May 15.

'I Want To Become an IAS Officer'

'I Want To Become an IAS Officer'

Rediff.com15 May 2025

'Being a visually challenged girl, there were a lot of challenges, but my parents and teachers helped me a lot to conquer them.'

IPL PIX: RCB thrash Punjab Kings to storm into final

IPL PIX: RCB thrash Punjab Kings to storm into final

Rediff.com29 May 2025

Royal Challengers Bengaluru raced to their first IPL final since 2016 with an eight-wicket thrashing of Punjab Kings in a lopsided Qualifier 1 match.

Operation Sindoor: IPL teams travel plans to Dharamsala hit

Operation Sindoor: IPL teams travel plans to Dharamsala hit

Rediff.com7 May 2025

The venue, which is due to host Thursday's match between Punjab Kings and Delhi Capitals, has one more match left on schedule -- the May 11 game between Punjab and Mumbai Indians.

Cloudburst, floods, landslides: Monsoon fury in Himachal

Cloudburst, floods, landslides: Monsoon fury in Himachal

Rediff.com1 Jul 2025

Since the onset of monsoon on June 20 to date, rain-related incidents have claimed 23 lives in the state, according to the state emergency operation centre.

Eliminator: MI Vs GT: Who Will Survive?

Eliminator: MI Vs GT: Who Will Survive?

Rediff.com30 May 2025

No side has won the IPL title after finishing fourth on the points table. Will Mumbai be able to break that jinx?