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BCCI Wants Sooryavanshi to Follow Sachin's Path

BCCI Wants Sooryavanshi to Follow Sachin's Path

Rediff.com19 hours ago

'He's monitored from every angle and every step he is taking forward in his international career.'

2 men pulled alive from Nepal tunnel 9 days after deadly flash floods

2 men pulled alive from Nepal tunnel 9 days after deadly flash floods

Rediff.com17 hours ago

Two men, Kabir Maharjan and Sanjay Sah, have been rescued alive from a tunnel at the Trishuli 3A hydropower project in central Nepal, nine days after a devastating flash flood tore through the Trishuli River corridor.

Maternity cannot become a source of ignominy at workplace: HC

Maternity cannot become a source of ignominy at workplace: HC

Rediff.com2 days ago

The Delhi High Court has ruled that maternity cannot be a source of ignominy at the workplace, extending statutory protection beyond employment continuity to professional status and career advancement. The court directed a private firm to compensate a woman demoted after maternity leave and urged the Centre to frame comprehensive rules for post-maternity reintegration within six months.

Booth level agents not responsible for...: HC ruling on SIR

Booth level agents not responsible for...: HC ruling on SIR

Rediff.com1 days ago

The Delhi High Court has ruled that Booth Level Agents (BLAs) of political parties are not liable for false details in electoral enumeration forms that cannot be personally verified. The court clarified that BLAs are only responsible for verifiable information, such as an elector's photograph, and struck down the Election Commission of India's mandate requiring BLAs to provide personal undertakings for all details.

BCCI to Prioritise Rest, Practice Matches for India Tours to SENA Countries

BCCI to Prioritise Rest, Practice Matches for India Tours to SENA Countries

Rediff.com1 days ago

The BCCI is committed to improving player preparation for major series in South Africa, England, New Zealand, and Australia (SENA countries) by ensuring adequate rest, acclimatisation, and practice matches, according to secretary Devajit Saikia.

Neetal Narang India's First Asian Games Safeguarding Officer For Asian Games

Neetal Narang India's First Asian Games Safeguarding Officer For Asian Games

Rediff.com1 days ago

Neetal Narang has been appointed as India's first Safeguarding Officer for the upcoming Asian Games, a role mandated by the Olympic Council of Asia.

South African envoy cleared in Zuma-Gupta temple visit row

South African envoy cleared in Zuma-Gupta temple visit row

Rediff.com1 days ago

The South African government has cleared its High Commissioner to India, Anil Sooklal, of any wrongdoing after he appeared at a temple event in Haridwar with former president Jacob Zuma and businessman Ajay Gupta, who faces corruption allegations. DIRCO stated Sooklal provided only customary protocol support to Zuma and attended the event independently, without facilitating any substantive engagement with Gupta.

'What May Be Justice For You May Be Injustice For Me'

'What May Be Justice For You May Be Injustice For Me'

Rediff.com2 days ago

'What Daayra tries to do is explore the greys because everything is not black and white.'

Can Breast Cancer Impact Your Sex Life?

Can Breast Cancer Impact Your Sex Life?

Rediff.com3 days ago

Mastectomy brings a visible change to a woman's body. Scars, changes in breast shape and concerns about how their partner may react can make intimacy difficult, says Dr Vani Parmar, head of department -- breast oncosurgery, KIMS Hospitals, Thane.

Dabur delivers steady Q1 performance, but volume growth and monsoon worries persist

Dabur delivers steady Q1 performance, but volume growth and monsoon worries persist

Rediff.com1 days ago

Dabur India reported a steady performance in Q1 FY27 with 10.6 per cent year-on-year revenue growth, a 12-quarter high, driven by broad-based gains across India and international businesses. However, volume growth, particularly in beverages due to unseasonal rains, and concerns over monsoon impact on rural demand remain key challenges.

Air India Pilot Fails Drug Test Following Mid-Air Hydraulic Failure

Air India Pilot Fails Drug Test Following Mid-Air Hydraulic Failure

Rediff.com13 hours ago

An Air India Airbus A320 experienced a near-simultaneous loss of all three hydraulic systems mid-flight, causing an altitude upset and injuring 24 people. A preliminary investigation revealed the pilot-in-command tested positive for a psychoactive substance post-flight, leading to their termination, while the technical aspects of the incident are still under scrutiny.

'Was chanting Hare Krishna': Nepal tunnel survivor rescued on Janmashtami

'Was chanting Hare Krishna': Nepal tunnel survivor rescued on Janmashtami

Rediff.com7 hours ago

Sanjay Sah, a 30-year-old employee, was rescued from a tunnel at the Trishuli 3A hydropower project in Nepal after nine days. He attributed his survival to chanting 'Hare Krishna' and was miraculously rescued on Krishna Janmashtami. Another worker, Kabir Maharjan, was also rescued but required further medical treatment. Sah, a foreman, stayed behind to ensure others' safety during the initial disaster.

Maharashtra SIR: 2.06 crore voters excluded from draft roll

Maharashtra SIR: 2.06 crore voters excluded from draft roll

Rediff.com4 days ago

More than 2.06 crore electors, representing 21.14 per cent of Maharashtra's previous voter base, have been excluded from the draft electoral roll following a Special Intensive Revision (SIR) due to reasons like being untraceable, deceased, or having shifted residences.

AI Is Changing Work, Not Cutting Jobs

AI Is Changing Work, Not Cutting Jobs

Rediff.com20 hours ago

'It requires new skilling, new ways of working, and new structures. That's the reality.'

Recipe: Manisha's Pelekai Or Jackfruit Dosa

Recipe: Manisha's Pelekai Or Jackfruit Dosa

Rediff.com30 Jun 2026

In many Karnataka homes, a fragrant ripe jackfruit dosa, lovingly called Pelekai Polo, is fried up. Some families refer to this dosa as Ponsa Polo.

Stock Markets Today: Sensex, Nifty Jump on Gains in Asian Markets

Stock Markets Today: Sensex, Nifty Jump on Gains in Asian Markets

Rediff.com21 hours ago

Indian equity benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty rebounded sharply in early trade, with the Sensex jumping over 530 points, tracking a broad-based rally in Asian markets after four consecutive days of decline.

Air India sacks pilot of Phuket flight hours after AIIB report

Air India sacks pilot of Phuket flight hours after AIIB report

Rediff.com12 hours ago

An Air India Airbus A320 experienced a near-simultaneous loss of all three hydraulic systems at 36,000 feet on a Phuket-Delhi flight, injuring 24 people. The pilot-in-command was subsequently terminated after testing positive for banned psychoactive substances, though the AAIB has not linked this to the technical failure.

Ex-bureaucrat 'picked up' by Delhi police kept incommunicado for hours

Ex-bureaucrat 'picked up' by Delhi police kept incommunicado for hours

Rediff.com1 days ago

Former bureaucrat Ashish Joshi has claimed that Delhi Police questioned him for nearly nine hours over social media posts concerning the Election Commission of India, and did not allow him to inform his wife about his whereabouts for several hours, alleging a "blatant violation" of Supreme Court guidelines.

Liverpool manager Iraola keen to focus on results after transfer window closes

Liverpool manager Iraola keen to focus on results after transfer window closes

Rediff.com1 days ago

Liverpool manager Andoni Iraola expressed relief at the closure of the transfer window, stating it allows his side to fully concentrate on securing their first Premier League win of the season against Ipswich Town.

Will follow Centre's Vande Mataram Protocol: Kerala CM

Will follow Centre's Vande Mataram Protocol: Kerala CM

Rediff.com2 days ago

Kerala Chief Minister V D Satheesan stated that the state government adheres to Central protocol for Vande Mataram recitation when the President, Vice-President, or Prime Minister attend official functions, despite his party's internal policy. This clarification follows a controversy and protests from the CPI(M) and SFI regarding the full rendition of the national song at a recent state event.

New Study Links Long Covid, PTSD, And Other Conditions To Common Biological Pathways

New Study Links Long Covid, PTSD, And Other Conditions To Common Biological Pathways

Rediff.com1 days ago

A new study has identified a shared biological process that could explain chronic exhaustion in conditions like long Covid, PTSD, rheumatoid arthritis, chronic fatigue syndrome, and multiple sclerosis. Researchers found that despite different triggers, these illnesses converge on common biological systems, including immune and metabolic regulation, leading to profound fatigue. The findings suggest a deeper connection between these seemingly disparate disorders at a network level, rather than at an individual gene level.

'If Inflation Persists, MPC May Review Policy Rates'

'If Inflation Persists, MPC May Review Policy Rates'

Rediff.com2 days ago

'A balance had to be struck between the economic cost of taking action at this point against the need not to fall behind the curve in controlling inflation and anchoring inflation expectations.'

Kanpur woman found murdered in chair, robbery suspected

Kanpur woman found murdered in chair, robbery suspected

Rediff.com2 days ago

A 60-year-old woman, Uma Kushwaha, was found dead in her Kanpur home with signs of strangulation and scattered belongings, leading police to suspect a robbery attempt. Authorities are investigating the motive, as there were no clear signs of forced entry, and only one cupboard containing jewellery was targeted.

'Rs 12 Lakh Crore Disappeared from India's GDP'

'Rs 12 Lakh Crore Disappeared from India's GDP'

Rediff.com16 hours ago

'The fundamental issue that I have raised, how come India's GDP in current prices went down from Rs 86 lakh crore down to Rs 80 lakh crore -- a staggering erasure of Rs 6 lakh crore. This disappearance of Rs 6 lakh crore has not been answered by anyone.'

Indian Equities Extend Losses as West Asia Tensions Fuel Oil Price Hike

Indian Equities Extend Losses as West Asia Tensions Fuel Oil Price Hike

Rediff.com2 days ago

Indian stock markets, including the Sensex and Nifty, experienced their third consecutive day of declines, driven by a global selloff, escalating tensions in West Asia, and a subsequent rise in crude oil prices.

ITR filing for AY27 touches record 7.8 cr

ITR filing for AY27 touches record 7.8 cr

Rediff.com3 days ago

The Income Tax Department announced a record 7.8 crore Income Tax Returns (ITRs) filed for Assessment Year (AY) 2026-27 by August 31, 2026, surpassing the previous year's figures.

BCCI Secretary Saikia Dismisses Rumours Over Rohit Sharma's Future

BCCI Secretary Saikia Dismisses Rumours Over Rohit Sharma's Future

Rediff.com1 days ago

BCCI secretary Devajit Saikia addressed recent speculations regarding Rohit Sharma's future, chief selector Ajit Agarkar's contract extension, and VVS Laxman's potential appointment as director of cricket, dismissing all rumours after a review meeting.

India works with Nepal on repatriating flood victims' remains

India works with Nepal on repatriating flood victims' remains

Rediff.com3 days ago

The Indian Embassy in Nepal has released a detailed procedure for identifying and repatriating the mortal remains of foreign nationals, including Indians, who perished in the recent devastating flash floods. The process involves a nine-step protocol by Nepali authorities, DNA matching for unidentified remains, and assistance from the Indian Embassy for coordination and repatriation.

'Uttam Kumar Showed Us The Journey Of A Superstar'

'Uttam Kumar Showed Us The Journey Of A Superstar'

Rediff.com18 hours ago

'It's a matter of pride for us that a man from Bengal is ruling hearts all over the world.'

PIX: Sabalenka cruises past Rakhimova to extend US Open streak to 16

PIX: Sabalenka cruises past Rakhimova to extend US Open streak to 16

Rediff.com8 hours ago

Aryna Sabalenka defeated Kamilla Rakhimova in straight sets, extending her U.S. Open winning streak to 16 matches and strengthening her bid for an unprecedented third consecutive title.

'Political vendetta': Raghav Chadha marked 'shifted' in Punjab SIR

'Political vendetta': Raghav Chadha marked 'shifted' in Punjab SIR

Rediff.com1 days ago

Rajya Sabha MP Raghav Chadha has accused the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) government in Punjab of political vendetta after his name was marked as 'shifted' in the draft electoral rolls despite being registered in Mohali. The AAP has refuted the claims, stating that Chadha has been living in Delhi and was attempting to get his voter registration made in Delhi through a 'backdated process'.

ONGC to spend Rs 1 trillion on deepwater oil exploration

ONGC to spend Rs 1 trillion on deepwater oil exploration

Rediff.com3 days ago

State-run ONGC plans a massive Rs 1 trillion investment in deepwater exploration over the next five years, aiming to drill 87 wells to counter declining domestic crude oil and natural gas production. The company is also establishing a trading firm and its overseas arm, OVL, is pursuing operatorship of assets in Venezuela.

How Each Breath Shapes Your Brain Activity

How Each Breath Shapes Your Brain Activity

Rediff.com3 days ago

A new study published in The Journal of Neuroscience reveals a precise connection between individual breath patterns and neural activity in the brain. Researchers found that subtle variations in each breath, such as longer inhales or slower exhales, are directly reflected in corresponding brain activity patterns. This goes beyond traditional measures of breathing rate, offering a richer understanding of how respiration influences cognition, emotion, and memory, and could have implications for conditions like SUDEP and SIDS.

'HDFC Merger Contributed To HDFC Bank's Troubles'

'HDFC Merger Contributed To HDFC Bank's Troubles'

Rediff.com1 days ago

'Once you're wrestling with making a merger of that scale value-accretive, you're also under pressure to keep growing the balance sheet and chasing liabilities, and other things start to slip as a consequence.'

Karjat's Must-Try Thakare Kanda Bhaji

Karjat's Must-Try Thakare Kanda Bhaji

Rediff.com3 days ago

Rain and road trips go hand in hand in Maharashtra. For countless travellers, the season isn't complete without a plate of steaming-hot Kanda Bhaji on a jaunt to Karjat at Thakare Hotel.

Don't politicise Ajit Pawar's death: Sunetra reacts to Supriya

Don't politicise Ajit Pawar's death: Sunetra reacts to Supriya

Rediff.com20 hours ago

Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Sunetra Pawar has appealed to Opposition leaders to stop politicising the death of her husband, Ajit Pawar. Her comments follow accusations from NCP (SP) working president Supriya Sule regarding the lack of an FIR and the ruling faction's perceived inaction. Pawar stressed the immense grief of the family and affirmed faith in ongoing investigations.

Indore T20: India-West Indies Match Tickets Available Online

Indore T20: India-West Indies Match Tickets Available Online

Rediff.com2 days ago

Tickets for the upcoming T20 International match between India and West Indies at Indore's Holkar Stadium on October 11 will be sold exclusively online, with prices ranging from Rs 1,000 to Rs 12,500. The Madhya Pradesh Cricket Association has appointed 'District by Zomato' as the official ticketing agency, allowing a maximum of four tickets per person.

Stock Markets Today: Sensex, Nifty Gain on Bank Stocks, Global Cues

Stock Markets Today: Sensex, Nifty Gain on Bank Stocks, Global Cues

Rediff.com1 days ago

Indian benchmark equity indices, Sensex and Nifty, rebounded in early trade after a three-day slide, driven by strong buying in blue-chip bank stocks and a firm trend in global markets, supported by easing US bond yields and record foreign-currency deposit inflows.

Expired food seized from 23 PG accomodations in Bengaluru

Expired food seized from 23 PG accomodations in Bengaluru

Rediff.com9 hours ago

Expired food articles were seized during inspections conducted at 23 paying guest accomodations across the city on Friday and noticies were issued to them, officials said.

New AI Model Enhances Space Safety By Monitoring Satellites

New AI Model Enhances Space Safety By Monitoring Satellites

Rediff.com2 days ago

Researchers have developed a new AI model that can monitor satellites and detect anomalies in their behaviour, significantly reducing the risk of in-orbit collisions. This tool, part of the AI4 Space Safety and Sustainability project, learns from satellite light reflections to predict motion and identify unusual activity, crucial for managing the increasingly crowded space environment.