News for 'New Year'

Why John Abraham-Bipasha Basu Split

Why John Abraham-Bipasha Basu Split

Rediff.com1 days ago

John Abraham and Bipasha Basu emerged as a popular power duo who set new fitness goals for their audience.

11 New Year Resolutions Inspired By Stars

11 New Year Resolutions Inspired By Stars

Rediff.com5 Jan 2026

It's the perfect time to set new goals for the new year.

T20 World Cup: England next? Trott breaks silence on future

T20 World Cup: England next? Trott breaks silence on future

Rediff.com8 hours ago

Jonathan Trott, after concluding his tenure as Afghanistan coach, expresses his desire to coach the England cricket team, a role he would cherish.

The Biggest Bollywood Hits In 25 Years

The Biggest Bollywood Hits In 25 Years

Rediff.com12 Jan 2026

Trade analyst Girish Wankhede puts together a curated list of the 25 biggest hits in the first 25 years of the century.

Pricing to remain key in corporate bond mkt this year

Pricing to remain key in corporate bond mkt this year

Rediff.com13 Jan 2026

A neutral monetary policy stance, heavy government borrowing, and issuers adjusting to a higher-for-longer yield environment have set the stage for a largely stable corporate bond market in 2026.

MG Motor plans 4 new models, invest 3K-4K cr in India

MG Motor plans 4 new models, invest 3K-4K cr in India

Rediff.com2 days ago

JSW MG Motor India will launch four new models this year, and is planning to invest between 3,000 crore-4,000 crore in the country over the next couple of years. The new models include a plug-in hybrid, an electric vehicle, the Majestor SUV and one additional model yet to be disclosed.

Tourist boom in J-K post-2019, over 7.8 cr visitors in 3 yrs: Govt

Tourist boom in J-K post-2019, over 7.8 cr visitors in 3 yrs: Govt

Rediff.com1 hour ago

Overall, the official data shows that over 7.85 crore tourists visited Jammu and Kashmir from 2023 to 2025, while over 4.76 crore tourists visited the Union Territory during 2016-18.

After 54 Years Humans Head To The Moon

After 54 Years Humans Head To The Moon

Rediff.com19 Jan 2026

For the first time, there will be an Indian connection to a crewed Moon mission.

OpenAI CEO hails India's 'incredible' AI growth

OpenAI CEO hails India's 'incredible' AI growth

Rediff.com1 days ago

OpenAI CEO Sam Altman emphasized the importance of democratizing Artificial Intelligence as the only fair and safe way forward, highlighting India's significant progress in AI adoption.

Anthropic CEO Highlights India's Key Role in AI Governance

Anthropic CEO Highlights India's Key Role in AI Governance

Rediff.com1 days ago

Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei emphasized India's crucial role in addressing the challenges posed by AI, including autonomous behavior, misuse potential, and economic displacement, during his address at the India AI Impact Summit 2026.

I'm a Gandhian, Nehruvian, Rajivian, but not a....: Mani Shankar Aiyar

I'm a Gandhian, Nehruvian, Rajivian, but not a....: Mani Shankar Aiyar

Rediff.com2 days ago

Congress veteran Mani Shankar Aiyar clarifies his political affiliations, identifying as a Gandhian, Nehruvian, and Rajivian, while explaining his distance from Rahul Gandhi's political approach and his disapproval of Indira Gandhi's Emergency declaration.

Minor driver's sister shot Delhi crash video, now key to biker death probe

Minor driver's sister shot Delhi crash video, now key to biker death probe

Rediff.com3 days ago

A video has surfaced showing the moment of the collision in Dwarka that killed a 23-year-old biker. The video, allegedly filmed from inside the SUV driven by a 17-year-old, shows the moments leading up to the crash. The driver was later released on bail.

J-K plans 9 new tourist spots; sites shut after Pahalgam to reopen by May

J-K plans 9 new tourist spots; sites shut after Pahalgam to reopen by May

Rediff.com19 hours ago

The Jammu and Kashmir government announces plans to introduce nine new tourist destinations and reopen sites closed after the Pahalgam terror attack, aiming to revive and expand the region's tourism sector.

How a 'world-first' eye surgery helped restore Mumbai doctor's vision

How a 'world-first' eye surgery helped restore Mumbai doctor's vision

Rediff.com2 days ago

Ophthalmologists in Chennai successfully restored the vision of a Mumbai gynaecologist who was blind in both eyes using a novel surgical procedure combining advanced lens implantation with corneal transplant and structural reconstruction.

Pakistan to tour Bangladesh for 3-match ODI series

Pakistan to tour Bangladesh for 3-match ODI series

Rediff.com23 minutes ago

Pakistan will tour Bangladesh in March for a three-match ODI series in Dhaka as part of preparations for the 2027 ODI World Cup.

Historic! Harmanpreet Kaur Is Most Capped Player in Women's International Cricket

Historic! Harmanpreet Kaur Is Most Capped Player in Women's International Cricket

Rediff.com1 days ago

Harmanpreet Kaur has become the most capped international player in women's cricket history, surpassing Suzie Bates during the second T20I against Australia in Canberra.

Market Guru: 'This Is About Capital Preservation'

Market Guru: 'This Is About Capital Preservation'

Rediff.com2 days ago

'The problem is not just slower growth, but also the quality of growth.'

T20 World Cup: Super Eights: Is Dube India's X-Factor?

T20 World Cup: Super Eights: Is Dube India's X-Factor?

Rediff.com11 hours ago

Shivam Dube: 'I worked really hard, but there is something called support that is given by Surya and Gautam. They have given me a free hand. So I go and hit because they trust me a lot.'

Equity Markets' Challenges: Weak Demand, High Valuation

Equity Markets' Challenges: Weak Demand, High Valuation

Rediff.com3 days ago

Trade deals ease risks for Indian equities, but weak demand and stretched valuations raise questions over whether optimism -- especially in smallcaps -- can turn into a sustained bull run, points out Debashis Basu.

Son killed by reckless driving for 'reels': Delhi road crash victim's mother

Son killed by reckless driving for 'reels': Delhi road crash victim's mother

Rediff.com3 days ago

The mother of a 23-year-old man killed in a road accident in Dwarka alleges her son was killed by a minor driving recklessly for social media stunts; police investigation is ongoing.

Nissan Gravite: 3-row car for small car price

Nissan Gravite: 3-row car for small car price

Rediff.com8 hours ago

Despite its sub-4m footprint, the Gravite offers impressive cabin space, three usable rows, and practical storage solutions making it ideal for budget-conscious families, says Somnath Chatterjee.

The Woman Behind The Fiery Theyyam Picture

The Woman Behind The Fiery Theyyam Picture

Rediff.com5 hours ago

Chennai-based photographer Ramya Sriram explains how she captured the fiery and hypnotic Theyyam image that won her the National Geographic India Contest

Public Cloud Service Drives Oracle India's Double-Digit Run

Public Cloud Service Drives Oracle India's Double-Digit Run

Rediff.com2 days ago

'India is often skipping legacy cycles and moving directly to advanced AI-driven operations.'

AI will redefine tech jobs, coding will no longer be core: Nandan Nilekani

AI will redefine tech jobs, coding will no longer be core: Nandan Nilekani

Rediff.com3 days ago

Artifical Intelligence is rewriting the grammar of software development. And writing codes will no longer be the central role for tech professionals, Infosys co-founder Nandan Nilekani said Tuesday.

Will Australia end disastrous T20 World Cup campaign on a high?

Will Australia end disastrous T20 World Cup campaign on a high?

Rediff.com1 days ago

Australia will aim to salvage pride against Oman in their final T20 World Cup match after a disappointing campaign marked by injuries and poor form.

Trump now says 200% tariff warning stopped India-Pakistan conflict

Trump now says 200% tariff warning stopped India-Pakistan conflict

Rediff.com18 hours ago

Trump repeated the assertion that Sharif had claimed he saved "25 million lives" when he stopped the war between India and Pakistan.

Katrina Kaif-Ranbir Kapoor's Big Break-Up

Katrina Kaif-Ranbir Kapoor's Big Break-Up

Rediff.com1 days ago

One of the reasons for Katrina Kaif and Ranbir Kapoor's break-up was reported as family pressure.

'Stay tuned' for Modi-Trump meet: US envoy

'Stay tuned' for Modi-Trump meet: US envoy

Rediff.com6 hours ago

The US President had hosted Modi for an official working visit in Washington, DC, on February 13 last year.

Historic! Jammu and Kashmir outclass Bengal to enter first Ranji Trophy final

Historic! Jammu and Kashmir outclass Bengal to enter first Ranji Trophy final

Rediff.com2 days ago

Jammu and Kashmir outclassed Bengal by six wickets to advance to a historic first ever Ranji Trophy final appearance on Wednesday.

Identity profiling by caste, race or region a regressive step: SC

Identity profiling by caste, race or region a regressive step: SC

Rediff.com2 days ago

The Supreme Court refused to entertain a PIL seeking to prevent discrimination and violence against citizens from the northeast and other regions, stating that identifying persons on grounds of race, region, sex, and caste would be a regressive step.

Vivo Unveils V60 Lite With Powerful 6,500 mAh Battery

Vivo Unveils V60 Lite With Powerful 6,500 mAh Battery

Rediff.com10 hours ago

Vivo has introduced a refreshed V60 Lite 4G, updating last year's September 2025 edition with a newer Snapdragon 6s Gen 2 4G processor, stepping in for the earlier Snapdragon 685 chip.

Chapman Ready For Tariq's 'Unique' Threat

Chapman Ready For Tariq's 'Unique' Threat

Rediff.com4 hours ago

New Zealand's Mark Chapman believes their frequent matches against Pakistan will give them an edge in their T20 World Cup Super 8s match. He also discussed adapting to the slower Sri Lankan pitches and Mitchell Santner's fitness.

'He wasn't making reels': Dwarka SUV crash accused's father

'He wasn't making reels': Dwarka SUV crash accused's father

Rediff.com2 days ago

The father of the minor accused in the fatal Dwarka road accident speaks out, expressing deep grief and pledging full cooperation with the ongoing police investigation into the tragic incident that claimed the life of 23-year-old Sahil Dhaneshra.

MBA student abuses girlfriend's body, summons her 'spirit'

MBA student abuses girlfriend's body, summons her 'spirit'

Rediff.com3 days ago

In a shocking case in Indore, a 24-year-old MBA student was murdered by her classmate, who allegedly performed occult rituals and mistreated her body.

UK police continue search of ex-prince Andrew's former home

UK police continue search of ex-prince Andrew's former home

Rediff.com2 hours ago

UK police continue their investigation into allegations of misconduct in public office against Prince Andrew, including searching his former home at Royal Lodge. The investigation follows the release of files related to Jeffrey Epstein and focuses on potential breaches during Andrew's time as UK Trade Envoy.

'Intelligence failure': HC pulls up Navy over high-rise near INS Shikra

'Intelligence failure': HC pulls up Navy over high-rise near INS Shikra

Rediff.com2 hours ago

The Bombay High Court criticized the Navy for an intelligence lapse regarding a high-rise building near INS Shikra, questioning why it went unnoticed and raising concerns about selective opposition to construction projects.

'My Princess': Hardik Pandya's romantic birthday post for Mahieka

'My Princess': Hardik Pandya's romantic birthday post for Mahieka

Rediff.com1 days ago

Hardik Pandya celebrated girlfriend Mahieka Sharma's 25th birthday with a romantic post on social media on Thursday, February 19, 2026.

The Jab We Met Moment That Changed My Life

The Jab We Met Moment That Changed My Life

Rediff.com3 days ago

Both our families believe firmly in astrology and matching gunas (compatibility attributes). That day, for some strange reason, no one from either family mentioned the janam kundli milan (matching of horoscopes), says Rediff reader Mukesh Soni.

Why Billionaires Are Fighting for IPL Teams

Why Billionaires Are Fighting for IPL Teams

Rediff.com3 days ago

The business value of the league, popularly called the IPL, surged to a record $18.5 billion last year, U.S.-based investment bank Houlihan Lokey says.

Bangladeshi student wanted in murder of Hindu cop held at Delhi airport

Bangladeshi student wanted in murder of Hindu cop held at Delhi airport

Rediff.com1 days ago

A Bangladeshi student activist wanted for the murder of a Hindu police officer was apprehended at Delhi's Indira Gandhi International Airport and deported to Bangladesh.