News for 'New Year'

Toy Story 5 Review: Absolute Marvel!

Toy Story 5 Review: Absolute Marvel!

Rediff.com5 days ago

Toy Story 5 delivers a timely and visually stunning narrative that gently but firmly advocates for protecting children's imagination from the pervasive influence of digital devices, notes Deepa Gahlot.

Ten Doeschate urges Kuldeep Yadav to evolve his craft amid intense competition

Ten Doeschate urges Kuldeep Yadav to evolve his craft amid intense competition

Rediff.com4 days ago

India assistant coach Ryan ten Doeschate has stressed the importance of left-arm wrist spinner Kuldeep Yadav reinventing his game to stay competitive amidst burgeoning talent. Despite decent overall numbers, Kuldeep's recent lean patch in the IPL and a solitary Test match has led to him losing his spot in the T20I squad for upcoming tours, prompting the coach's call for evolution.

Pune groom-to-be killed in 400-foot plunge from fort during birthday trip

Pune groom-to-be killed in 400-foot plunge from fort during birthday trip

Rediff.com4 days ago

A man celebrating his fiance's birthday tragically fell 400 feet to his death from Maharashtra's historic Lohagad fort while attempting to take photographs amidst strong winds.

Yoga can pave way for world peace: Modi

Yoga can pave way for world peace: Modi

Rediff.com3 days ago

Prime Minister Narendra Modi, addressing the 12th International Day of Yoga celebrations in Kolkata, highlighted yoga's dual benefits: boosting personal health and fostering world peace. He emphasised its role in promoting a balanced lifestyle, mental well-being, and healthy ageing across all generations, citing the Bhagwat Gita.

India Dominates Hong Kong To Reach Snooker Final

India Dominates Hong Kong To Reach Snooker Final

Rediff.com5 days ago

India's snooker team, led by Pankaj Advani and Aditya Mehta, defeated defending champions Hong Kong China 3-1 to secure a place in the final of the World Team Snooker Championship. The team will now face either China 'A' or Korea in the title clash.

Like Father, Like Son: Norway Field Three Sons Of 1994 World Cup Stars

Like Father, Like Son: Norway Field Three Sons Of 1994 World Cup Stars

Rediff.com6 days ago

Norway made history at the FIFA World Cup by fielding three sons of former World Cup players in the same match: Erling Haaland, Alexander Sorloth, and Kristian Thorstvedt. This mirrored a 1994 World Cup match where their fathers played together. Erling Haaland marked his debut with a brace, leading Norway to a 4-1 victory over Iraq.

Mourinho's Real Madrid Strengthen Defence with Cucurella Arrival

Mourinho's Real Madrid Strengthen Defence with Cucurella Arrival

Rediff.com15 Jun 2026

Real Madrid have signed Spain international Marc Cucurella from Chelsea on a six-year deal, making him Jose Mourinho's first signing since returning to the Santiago Bernabeu as manager.

Telegram being used for terror activities, leaked papers, Centre tells HC

Telegram being used for terror activities, leaked papers, Centre tells HC

Rediff.com5 days ago

The Centre on Thursday informed the Delhi high court that the Telegram messaging app was being exploited for illegal activities ranging from cybercrime and financial frauds to terrorism and circulation of leaked examination papers.

'India a very tough team in their own conditions': Hashmatullah Shahidi

'India a very tough team in their own conditions': Hashmatullah Shahidi

Rediff.com7 days ago

Teams like India do not offer too many chances and Afghanistan must learn to capitalise on the opportunities that come their way, captain Hashmatullah Shahidi said.

FIFA World Cup: Lionel Messi equals World Cup scoring record with hat-trick

FIFA World Cup: Lionel Messi equals World Cup scoring record with hat-trick

Rediff.com7 days ago

Lionel Messi equalled the men's World Cup all-time scoring record with a hat-trick in Argentina's Group J opener against Algeria on Tuesday.

Indian Women's Hockey Team Eyes Undefeated Pool Run Against Uruguay

Indian Women's Hockey Team Eyes Undefeated Pool Run Against Uruguay

Rediff.com7 days ago

The Indian women's hockey team, having already secured a semifinal spot in the FIH Nations Cup, is set to face lower-ranked Uruguay in their final pool match. India aims to maintain their undefeated record and bolster confidence, especially as winning this tournament is crucial for their return to the elite FIH Pro League after being relegated last season. Coach Sjoerd Marijne hopes for improved field goal conversions and may experiment with combinations ahead of the World Cup and Asian Games.

Drop Sooryavanshi!: Manjrekar

Drop Sooryavanshi!: Manjrekar

Rediff.com7 days ago

'It's not OK to get physical on the field, whatever the provocation'.

AIFF Unanimously Adopts Revised Constitution, Introduces Key Changes

AIFF Unanimously Adopts Revised Constitution, Introduces Key Changes

Rediff.com3 days ago

The All India Football Federation (AIFF) has unanimously approved its revised Constitution, aligning with the National Sports Governance Act (NSGA), 2025. This significant overhaul, decided at a virtual Special General Body Meeting, introduces a new election panel, mandates national anthems before matches, modifies foreign player rules in ISL, and updates the disciplinary code, aiming to enhance governance, transparency, and player development in Indian football.

Four-year-old girl raped and murdered in Pune, 65-year-old labourer held

Four-year-old girl raped and murdered in Pune, 65-year-old labourer held

Rediff.com2 May 2026

A four-year-old girl was sexually assaulted and murdered allegedly by a 65-year-old labourer with a criminal background, who has been arrested amid outrage and protest over the incident in Maharashtra's Pune district, the police said on Saturday.

'Gulf War Has Been The Worst Crisis For Indians'

'Gulf War Has Been The Worst Crisis For Indians'

Rediff.com4 days ago

'It will take a long time to recover from the impact of this war.'

Reha Sukheja: The Reluctant Model Who Became A Runway Star

Reha Sukheja: The Reluctant Model Who Became A Runway Star

Rediff.com7 days ago

In this episode of The Rediff Podcast, supermodel Reha Sukheja opens up about her unplanned journey into modelling and how she found the courage and confidence to become a successful runway icon.

FIFA World Cup: 'Messi's feats are no longer surprising'

FIFA World Cup: 'Messi's feats are no longer surprising'

Rediff.com7 days ago

With a dazzling hat-trick against Algeria, Lionel Messi once again defied age, expectations and logic at the World Cup, prompting coach Lionel Scaloni to call his performances "inexplicable" and admit he is simply no longer surprised by the Argentine legend's brilliance.

Elon Musk, SpaceX IPO, Trillion Dollars!

Elon Musk, SpaceX IPO, Trillion Dollars!

Rediff.com16 Jun 2026

With Elon Musk reportedly entering the trillionaire club after the SpaceX IPO, here's a fun guide to the biggest number most of us will never see outside a calculator and fancy dreams.

The Doctor Who Saved Thousands Of Babies

The Doctor Who Saved Thousands Of Babies

Rediff.com5 days ago

Thousands and thousands and thousands of adults owe their lives to the commitment and medical fervour of Dr Armida Fernandez, who a grateful nation honoured with the Padma Shri this year.

Supreme Court declares right to walk on footpaths a fundamental right

Supreme Court declares right to walk on footpaths a fundamental right

Rediff.com4 days ago

The Supreme Court has declared the right to walk on demarcated footpaths a fundamental right, prioritising it over motorised vehicle movement, and has called for the establishment of a regulatory body to ensure its enforcement and provide restitutionary remedies for violations.

BJP's New Game: Political Engineering

BJP's New Game: Political Engineering

Rediff.com2 days ago

Ideology is dead; long live the numbers game that is being played with the sole intention of securing a two-third majority in the Lok Sabha for the NDA, observes Nilanjan Mukhopadhyay.

Gill opens up on Jaiswal's ODI future

Gill opens up on Jaiswal's ODI future

Rediff.com3 days ago

Skipper Shubman Gill on Saturday hoped that "phenomenal" Yashasvi Jaiswal will continue to churn out big performances to keep himself in contention in India's ODI scheme of things.

Ekta Kapoor:'You Can't Make A Business Out Of Doomscrolling'

Ekta Kapoor:'You Can't Make A Business Out Of Doomscrolling'

Rediff.com4 days ago

'Of our population of 1.4 billion, 80 per cent are into doomscrolling.'

FIFA World Cup: Messi dazzles with a 'trick' as Argentina crush Algeria

FIFA World Cup: Messi dazzles with a 'trick' as Argentina crush Algeria

Rediff.com7 days ago

Lionel Messi earned a spot in the World Cup history books with a hat-trick that saw Argentina begin the defence of their title with an emphatic 3-0 victory over Algeria in their Group J opener at Kansas City Stadium, Missouri, on Tuesday.

AI Learning Breaks Engineering Barriers

AI Learning Breaks Engineering Barriers

Rediff.com5 days ago

AI is no longer a tool only for software engineers and technology teams.

India Achieves Quantum Cooling Milestone

India Achieves Quantum Cooling Milestone

Rediff.com4 days ago

This is one of the coldest temperatures achieved in a research facility in India with more than 80 per cent domestically sourced components.

Sebi Reintroduces Open-Market Buybacks, Eases Debt Listing Norms

Sebi Reintroduces Open-Market Buybacks, Eases Debt Listing Norms

Rediff.com3 days ago

India's market regulator, Sebi, has approved the re-introduction of open-market share buybacks through stock exchanges, effective August 1, 2026, alongside easing debt listing norms for RBI-regulated entities and simplifying rules for mutual funds and alternative investment funds.

Amit Shah luring those elected on anti-BJP plank: Cong

Amit Shah luring those elected on anti-BJP plank: Cong

Rediff.com7 days ago

The Congress party has accused Home Minister Amit Shah of launching an "onslaught" on the Opposition and "wrecking" Indian democracy. The party alleges that Shah is enticing elected representatives to join the BJP with significant incentives, a claim echoed by Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Sanjay Raut regarding Maharashtra MPs. This comes amidst reports of defections from other parties like the TMC.

Namo Cities: Delhi's decongestion dream faces the test of execution

Namo Cities: Delhi's decongestion dream faces the test of execution

Rediff.com5 days ago

The Union Housing and Urban Affairs Minister's announcement of four 'Namo Cities' aims to decentralise development and decongest Delhi, but experts warn that the initiative may face execution challenges similar to previous urbanisation plans due to inadequate coordination among NCR states.

'When You Empower A Woman, You Empower A Family'

'When You Empower A Woman, You Empower A Family'

Rediff.com7 days ago

'You empower a man, you are not necessarily empowering a family, you are just empowering him.'

Is Rs 1 Cr Enough For Retirement?

Is Rs 1 Cr Enough For Retirement?

Rediff.com15 Jun 2026

Of course, NOT! Here's why. And here's how you can increase your Rs 1 crore retirement corpus.

Son Hacks Mother To Death In Odisha Over Black Magic Fears

Son Hacks Mother To Death In Odisha Over Black Magic Fears

Rediff.com14 Jun 2026

A 25-year-old man in Odisha's Bhadrak district allegedly murdered his 55-year-old mother with an axe, reportedly due to his suspicion that she practised black magic. Police have detained the accused, who is believed to be mentally disturbed, and are investigating the incident.

India's Oil Imports from Russia, UAE Surge as Strait of Hormuz Reopens

India's Oil Imports from Russia, UAE Surge as Strait of Hormuz Reopens

Rediff.com3 days ago

India significantly increased its crude oil imports from Russia and the United Arab Emirates in June, securing supplies as the Strait of Hormuz began to reopen, with Russian barrels remaining attractive due to discounts and UAE supplies offsetting earlier uncertainties.

Is Modi Planning To Shuffle Ministers?

Is Modi Planning To Shuffle Ministers?

Rediff.com16 Jun 2026

Recent BJP organisational moves and Rajya Sabha nominations have sparked speculation that Prime Minister Narendra Modi may soon undertake a ministerial reshuffle.

'Trump Genuinely Likes India'

'Trump Genuinely Likes India'

Rediff.com2 days ago

'The flip side of this is that he won't hesitate to call out India if he thinks its policies are hurting US economic interests or border US foreign policy goals.'

Cristiano Ronaldo's Portugal eye fast start against Congo

Cristiano Ronaldo's Portugal eye fast start against Congo

Rediff.com7 days ago

Portugal's latest bid for World Cup glory begins in Houston on Wednesday when they take on the Democratic Republic of Congo in a Group K clash.

Indian teen killed in bid to save mother in runaway horse carriage in NYC's Central Park

Indian teen killed in bid to save mother in runaway horse carriage in NYC's Central Park

Rediff.com6 days ago

An 18-year-old Indian teenager, Romanch Mahajan, died in New York's Central Park after a horse-drawn carriage bolted, throwing his mother. He attempted to save her but sustained fatal injuries. The incident has reignited calls to ban horse carriages in the park, with officials and union representatives commenting on driver negligence and a history of similar accidents.

'When it's your day, you make it count': Jaiswal's big message

'When it's your day, you make it count': Jaiswal's big message

Rediff.com3 days ago

With limited opportunities coming his way in the ODI format, opener Yashasvi Jaiswal said his focus was on making his starts count as he smashed a fine unbeaten century to guide India to a nine-wicket win in the third match against Afghanistan in Chennai on Saturday.

Jeev Milkha Singh Confident Of India's Multiple Medal Haul At Asian Games

Jeev Milkha Singh Confident Of India's Multiple Medal Haul At Asian Games

Rediff.com4 days ago

Legendary golfer Jeev Milkha Singh has expressed strong confidence in the Indian contingent's ability to secure multiple medals at the upcoming Asian Games in Aichi-Nagoya, Japan. He particularly highlighted the strength of the women's team, backing them for a gold medal, and identified Aditi Ashok as India's top medal hope. Singh also offered crucial advice on adapting to Japan's challenging course conditions, emphasising the importance of a strong short game and mental focus.

Amid Shiv Sena-UBT goes into crucial meet amid rebellion by MPs

Amid Shiv Sena-UBT goes into crucial meet amid rebellion by MPs

Rediff.com6 days ago

The Shiv Sena-UBT is holding a crucial parliamentary party meeting in New Delhi to address a potential split by dissident MPs. A whip has been issued, making attendance mandatory, as the party aims to prevent a breakaway faction from merging with the Eknath Shinde-led Shiv Sena and initiating disqualification proceedings.