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As celebs start #ChaloKashmir, J-K tourism faces Rs 2000-cr hit

As celebs start #ChaloKashmir, J-K tourism faces Rs 2000-cr hit

Rediff.com28 Apr 2025

Kashmir tourism is staring at a loss of Rs 2000 crore with tourists pulling out in droves post the Pahalgam terror attack, and travel agents are pinning their hopes on social media by actors reverses the trend and brings back tourists to the Union territory.

Sikandar Will Miss Rs 300 Crore Mark

Sikandar Will Miss Rs 300 Crore Mark

Rediff.com1 Apr 2025

After collecting Rs 30.06 crore (Rs 306 million) on Sunday, all eyes were on the kind of numbers Salman Khan-starrer Sikandar would see on Monday.

Delhi's 'Potty Badmash' finally caught as cops foil escape plan

Delhi's 'Potty Badmash' finally caught as cops foil escape plan

Rediff.com27 Mar 2025

Deepak, a notorious criminal known as the "Potty Badmash " for his tactic of defecating in his pants to evade police, has finally been arrested in Delhi. Deepak, who had a long criminal history, used this strategy to escape arrest on multiple occasions. However, this time, police officers were prepared with gloves and masks, successfully apprehending him. A knife was recovered from him, and he admitted to multiple mobile thefts and knife-related crimes.

French Open PIX: Sinner, Draper storm into 4th round

French Open PIX: Sinner, Draper storm into 4th round

Rediff.com31 May 2025

World number one Jannik Sinner delivered a flawless performance to pulverise Czech Jiri Lehecka in straight sets in little more than 90 minutes on Saturday.

The 17 Girls India Will Never Forget

The 17 Girls India Will Never Forget

Rediff.com29 May 2025

Barely out of their teens, the first batch of girls will graduate alongside 300 male cadets from the National Defence Academy.

Adorable Avantika

Adorable Avantika

Rediff.com28 Feb 2025

Avantika Dassani's style is chic, effortless and full of subtle vibes. Her makeup is always on point -- polished yet fresh -- making her charm totally irresistible.

'It is a crime!': Hardik Pandya, on his no-ball fiasco

'It is a crime!': Hardik Pandya, on his no-ball fiasco

Rediff.com7 May 2025

Mumbai Indians captain Hardik Pandya classified the no-balls that he and his fellow-bowlers sent down as a "crime" in the aftermath of the three-wicket defeat to Gujarat Titans via the DLS method in a pulsating IPL encounter at the Wankhede stadium on Tuesday.

Son Heung-min's emotional return to South Korea

Son Heung-min's emotional return to South Korea

Rediff.com20 Mar 2025

Son Heung-min said returning to his home country South Korea for the World Cup qualifiers against Oman and Jordan has brought him immense joy

How Outrageous Did Met Gala Get This Year? Take A Look

How Outrageous Did Met Gala Get This Year? Take A Look

Rediff.com9 May 2025

In keeping with the mood of the evening, there were several outfits that definitely took fashion risks. Did it pay off? You tell us.

Ramandeep, A Magnet In The Field

Ramandeep, A Magnet In The Field

Rediff.com16 Apr 2025

When Punjab Kings opted to bat, they were 39 for 1 in just 3.2 overs before they fell like nine pins and at the thick of all the action was Ramandeep Singh.

Kitchen Tips: Indian Foods That Freeze Well

Kitchen Tips: Indian Foods That Freeze Well

Rediff.com4 Jun 2025

Over the years, with some amount of experimenting, I have learnt exactly what freezes well and what does not.

ED nabs Cong ex-MLA in Rs 500 cr scam after midnight brawl at Delhi hotel

ED nabs Cong ex-MLA in Rs 500 cr scam after midnight brawl at Delhi hotel

Rediff.com5 May 2025

The Enforcement Directorate (ED) arrested former Haryana Congress MLA Dharam Singh Chhoker from a five-star hotel in Delhi following a brief scuffle. Chhoker, along with his sons, is accused of defrauding over 1,500 homebuyers and siphoning off over Rs 500 crore through their real-estate companies. The ED had been seeking Chhoker's presence in the investigation since May 2022. The politician was caught at the Grappa Bar of the Shangri-La hotel on Ashoka Road. He is currently in ED custody for six days.

India, Pak DGMOs agree to reduce troops in forward areas

India, Pak DGMOs agree to reduce troops in forward areas

Rediff.com12 May 2025

The Director Generals of Military Operations (DGMOs) of India and Pakistan on Monday deliberated on various aspects of the May 10 understanding reached between the two sides on cessation of hostilities.

Kareena Stuns As Westwood Meets Bollywood

Kareena Stuns As Westwood Meets Bollywood

Rediff.com2 Apr 2025

Bollywood fashionistas made a beeline to the first ever Vivienne Westwood show held at the Gateway of India, Mumbai.

Asian Wrestling: Manisha wins GOLD; Panghal bags bronze

Asian Wrestling: Manisha wins GOLD; Panghal bags bronze

Rediff.com28 Mar 2025

Manisha Bhanwala clinched India's first gold medal at the Asian Championships since 2021 edition with a close 8-7 win over Korea's Ok J Kim.

'Delaying Military Action Would Keep Pakistan Anxious'

'Delaying Military Action Would Keep Pakistan Anxious'

Rediff.com5 May 2025

'Surgical strikes or air strikes, or both, are likely on the table.'

NIA begins Pahalgam attack probe; massive hunt for terrorists underway

NIA begins Pahalgam attack probe; massive hunt for terrorists underway

Rediff.com26 Apr 2025

The National Investigation Agency (NIA) has started interviewing eyewitnesses, including tourists, in connection with the deadly terrorist attack in Pahalgam, south Kashmir. The attack, carried out by terrorists from the Pakistan-based Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT), claimed the lives of 26 people on April 22. Initial investigations suggest that five to seven terrorists were involved, aided by local militants trained in Pakistan. Security forces are conducting massive operations to hunt down the terrorists in the dense jungles of the Pir Panjal range.

Narine, Varun, Rana Expose CSK's Aging Core

Narine, Varun, Rana Expose CSK's Aging Core

Rediff.com12 Apr 2025

Together, Harshit Rana's early strikes, Sunil Narine's clinical dismantling, and Varun Chakravarthy's suffocating spell reduced CSK to just 103 for 9-their lowest-ever total at home.

Auto retail sales rose 6% in FY25; dealers optimistic about FY26

Auto retail sales rose 6% in FY25; dealers optimistic about FY26

Rediff.com7 Apr 2025

Automobile retail sales in India rose 6 per cent to 2,61,43,943 units in FY25 with rural areas performing better than urban regions across passenger vehicle and two-wheeler segments, dealers' body FADA said on Monday. The last financial year saw growth in sales of passenger vehicles, two-wheelers and three-wheelers.

Bengal woman killed in attempt to escape boozers on highway

Bengal woman killed in attempt to escape boozers on highway

Rediff.com25 Feb 2025

A 27-year-old event management professional was killed in an accident while trying to escape from eve-teasers who were chasing her in another vehicle in West Bengal's Paschim Bardhaman district. The victim, identified as Suchandra Chattopadhyay, was travelling with three colleagues to Gaya for a function when the accident took place at Panagarh around 3 AM. Two of the other passengers sustained serious injuries. Police have launched a search operation to locate the suspects.

The Costly Flops of IPL 2025

The Costly Flops of IPL 2025

Rediff.com16 May 2025

Here's a look at the biggest disappointments of IPL 2025 -- the players who've cost crores but delivered crumbs.

'Tum sala pin nikalega': BSF jawan killed at IB once saved dozens of colleagues

'Tum sala pin nikalega': BSF jawan killed at IB once saved dozens of colleagues

Rediff.com10 Nov 2023

Recalling the operation, Kima's then commanding officer wrote an emotional and an endearing post that was shared with multiple Border Security Force officers over social media platforms.

Centre denies assent to TN's bill seeking NEET exemption

Centre denies assent to TN's bill seeking NEET exemption

Rediff.com5 Apr 2025

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M K Stalin has announced that the state's Assembly resolution seeking NEET exemption, which was sent for Presidential assent, has been declined by the Centre. Stalin termed the rejection as a "dark chapter in federalism" and accused the Centre of disregarding the will of the Tamil Nadu people. He also announced an all-political party meeting on April 9 to discuss the issue further.

Navy officer's wife bids heart-wrenching adieu to husband

Navy officer's wife bids heart-wrenching adieu to husband

Rediff.com24 Apr 2025

'Let his soul rest in peace...We should all be proud of him in every way. And we will make him proud in every way'

IPL PIX: Rohit-SKY show drowns CSK's fightback

IPL PIX: Rohit-SKY show drowns CSK's fightback

Rediff.com20 Apr 2025

IMAGES from the IPL match between Mumbai Indians and Chennai Super Kings at the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai on Sunday

Erdogan Faces Mass Protests After Istanbul Mayor's Arrest

Erdogan Faces Mass Protests After Istanbul Mayor's Arrest

Rediff.com25 Mar 2025

Thousands of protesters are out on the streets of Istanbul after the arrest of the city's mayor Ekrem Imamoglu.

Pak don claims responsibility for grenade attack on Punjab YouTuber's home

Pak don claims responsibility for grenade attack on Punjab YouTuber's home

Rediff.com16 Mar 2025

A Pakistani gangster, Shahzad Bhatti, has claimed responsibility for an attack on the residence of Jalandhar-based YouTuber Rozer Sandhu, alleging the YouTuber used derogatory language against the Muslim community. A "grenade-like object" was hurled at Sandhu's residence on Sunday, but it did not explode. Police are investigating the incident and have taken a suspicious metallic object into custody. The attack follows a recent trend of violence targeting police posts and religious places in Punjab, with authorities expressing concern about attempts to disrupt the ongoing campaign against drugs in the state.

'RBI will provide liquidity for monetary policy transmission'

'RBI will provide liquidity for monetary policy transmission'

Rediff.com10 Apr 2025

'We never waste a crisis. There will be learning and the supervisory tools will get better with each episode.'

PIX: Rice's free-kick double as Arsenal rout Real Madrid

PIX: Rice's free-kick double as Arsenal rout Real Madrid

Rediff.com9 Apr 2025

A summary of Tuesday's Champions League first leg quarter-finals between Arsenal and Real Madrid, and Inter Milan and Bayern Munich.

Amazon India ends referral fees on 12 million products

Amazon India ends referral fees on 12 million products

Rediff.com31 Mar 2025

In its highest ever reduction in seller fees, ecommerce giant Amazon India has introduced zero referral charges on over 12 million products on its platform that are priced below Rs 300. The move is aimed at boosting seller growth on Amazon.in and supporting hundreds of thousands small businesses across the country.

Fighting digital fraud: From KYC processes to advanced authentication

Fighting digital fraud: From KYC processes to advanced authentication

Rediff.com10 Feb 2025

In today's rapidly evolving digital payment landscape, security concerns remain a top priority for stakeholders across sectors.

Salute India's Most Decorated Soldier

Salute India's Most Decorated Soldier

Rediff.com16 Apr 2025

Naib Subedar Chunni Lal is the only soldier awarded the Ashok Chakra, Vir Chakra and Sena Medal.

Was Modi Right About The Opposition?

Was Modi Right About The Opposition?

Rediff.com8 Mar 2025

'While suppression of information is acceptable for the government, the Opposition's efforts at pinning the government and its leaders is labeled anti-national,' points out Nilanjan Mukhopadhyay.

Want To Study In South Korea?

Want To Study In South Korea?

Rediff.com26 Feb 2025

The South Korean government is inviting applications for fully funded Seoul Tech Scholarships 2025.

GT Vs MI: Who Bowled Best? VOTE!

GT Vs MI: Who Bowled Best? VOTE!

Rediff.com30 Mar 2025

Here's how the bowlers fared in Ahmedabad...

Reeshma Nanaiah's Sassy Boho Style

Reeshma Nanaiah's Sassy Boho Style

Rediff.com6 Jan 2025

Reeshma Nanaiah is a quintessential Kodava beauty with her deep-set almond eyes and chiselled features.

WPL PIX: Delhi Capitals rout Gujarat; jump to top

WPL PIX: Delhi Capitals rout Gujarat; jump to top

Rediff.com26 Feb 2025

Shafali Verma (44) and Jess Jonassen's (61 not out) fireworks underlined Delhi Capitals' complete domination as they crushed Gujarat Giants by six wickets.

Punjab: Grenade attack on BJP leader's home, 2 held; ISI link suspected

Punjab: Grenade attack on BJP leader's home, 2 held; ISI link suspected

Rediff.com8 Apr 2025

A loud sound was heard at around 1 am outside Kalia's residence near Shastri Market in Jalandhar, police said, adding that no one was hurt in the incident.

Nair hits century as Vidarbha close in on Ranji Trophy title

Nair hits century as Vidarbha close in on Ranji Trophy title

Rediff.com1 Mar 2025

Karun Nair slammed his fourth century of the Ranji Trophy season to help Vidarbha tighten their grip over Kerala, in the final, in Nagpur on Saturday.

Lovely, Lovely Gayatri

Lovely, Lovely Gayatri

Rediff.com19 Dec 2024

Gayatri Bhardwaj's swoonworthy beauty, coupled with her cute sense of style, which keeps her fans hooked.