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EC announces assembly poll dates for WB, TN, Kerala, Assam, Puducherry

EC announces assembly poll dates for WB, TN, Kerala, Assam, Puducherry

Rediff.com15 Mar 2026

The counting of votes for all 824 seats across four states and one Union Territory will be held on May 4.

TMC Slams Modi for 'False Narrative' on Bengal's Economy and Employment

TMC Slams Modi for 'False Narrative' on Bengal's Economy and Employment

Rediff.com14 Mar 2026

The Trinamool Congress (TMC) has accused Prime Minister Narendra Modi of presenting a misleading picture of West Bengal's development and employment situation during a rally in Kolkata, alleging that he is acting more as a BJP campaigner than as the Prime Minister.

7 workers killed, many hurt after soil collapse at Gurugram site

7 workers killed, many hurt after soil collapse at Gurugram site

Rediff.com10 Mar 2026

Seven labourers died and four were injured in Gurugram after a soil collapse at a construction site. An inquiry has been launched amid allegations of inadequate safety measures.

Subedaar Review: Predictable

Subedaar Review: Predictable

Rediff.com5 Mar 2026

What Subedaar lacks is that element of surprise that makes a film worth the viewer's time and willingness to engage, observes Deepa Gahlot.

'This War Is Only About Iran's Fight For Survival'

'This War Is Only About Iran's Fight For Survival'

Rediff.com4 Mar 2026

'Strikes into the Gulf countries are proof that the security guarantees offered by the US are ineffective and that the Gulf countries cannot rely on American security assurances for their safety.'

3-hour pit stop is not compassion: Cong targets Modi on Manipur visit

3-hour pit stop is not compassion: Cong targets Modi on Manipur visit

Rediff.com13 Sep 2025

'Your last visit to Manipur? January 2022 for elections! Your 'Double Engine' has bulldozed the innocent lives of Manipur. You and Home Minister Amit Shah's gross incompetence and complicity in betraying all communities was shielded from scrutiny, by imposing President's Rule in the state. Violence still continues'

Days after biker's death, open manhole kills labourer in Delhi

Days after biker's death, open manhole kills labourer in Delhi

Rediff.com11 Feb 2026

A labourer died after falling into an uncovered manhole in Delhi's Rohini area, marking the second such incident in the city within a week.

Rajasthan Recipes: Safed Maas, Dhoongar Laal Chicken

Rajasthan Recipes: Safed Maas, Dhoongar Laal Chicken

Rediff.com26 Feb 2026

The cuisine of Rajasthan is primarily vegetarian, is also known for its delicious meat dishes.

T20 WC Semi-final: India Eye Complete Game as England Loom

T20 WC Semi-final: India Eye Complete Game as England Loom

Rediff.com4 Mar 2026

India face a tough spin challenge from England in the T20 World Cup semi-final at Wankhede Stadium, as both teams aim for a perfect game in the high-pressure knockout.

Noida techie death: Builder sent to custody, SIT grills officials

Noida techie death: Builder sent to custody, SIT grills officials

Rediff.com21 Jan 2026

A builder arrested in connection with the death of a software engineer in Greater Noida has been sent to judicial custody. An SIT is investigating the incident, questioning Noida Authority officials regarding alleged negligence.

Why Homebound Will Always Be Special For Vishal Jethwa

Why Homebound Will Always Be Special For Vishal Jethwa

Rediff.com22 Jan 2026

Vishal Jethwa comes to Rediff office, and talks about his Homebound journey, Martin Scorsese, his friendship with Ishaan Khatter and Janhvi Kapoor, and his love for singing.

Noida techie death: 2 more builders arrested for drowning incident

Noida techie death: 2 more builders arrested for drowning incident

Rediff.com22 Jan 2026

Noida police have arrested two more builders in connection with the death of a software engineer who drowned after his car plunged into a waterlogged trench near a construction site. The arrests follow public outrage and allegations of negligence.

Meghalaya Blast Exposes Dangers Of Rat-Hole Mining

Meghalaya Blast Exposes Dangers Of Rat-Hole Mining

Rediff.com7 Feb 2026

The human cost of rat-hole mining falls disproportionately on migrant labourers.

Noida techie death: Irrigation department raised flag in 2023

Noida techie death: Irrigation department raised flag in 2023

Rediff.com20 Jan 2026

A software engineer's death in Noida after his car plunged into a water-filled pit has sparked allegations of negligence against local authorities. An Irrigation Department letter warning about the need for head regulators to manage water accumulation in the area was allegedly ignored.

If help had reached...: Delivery agent who tried to rescue drowning techie

If help had reached...: Delivery agent who tried to rescue drowning techie

Rediff.com19 Jan 2026

Police, however, rejected allegations of negligence. Additional Commissioner of Police (Law and Order) Rajeev Narayan Mishra said police and fire department teams made efforts to save the youth and deployed a crane, ladder, makeshift boat and searchlights, but visibility was near zero due to fog.

Man kills daughter-in-law, buries body in pit outside home

Man kills daughter-in-law, buries body in pit outside home

Rediff.com21 Jun 2025

The motive behind the murder is yet to be revealed, even though the accused said he killed the woman because she caused a rift in the household.

T20 World Cup: India Vs Pakistan -- 5 Key Battles

T20 World Cup: India Vs Pakistan -- 5 Key Battles

Rediff.com14 Feb 2026

A look at five possible mouth-watering match-ups in the upcoming India vs Pakistan T20 World Cup in Colombo on Sunday.

Auqib Nabi's 12-Wicket Blitz Powers J&K into Ranji Semis

Auqib Nabi's 12-Wicket Blitz Powers J&K into Ranji Semis

Rediff.com9 Feb 2026

Auqib Nabi's career-best 12-wicket haul inspired Jammu & Kashmir to a 56-run win over Madhya Pradesh, sealing a place in the Ranji Trophy semifinals.

Heading home after a year, Bihar labourer falls to death in Delhi manhole

Heading home after a year, Bihar labourer falls to death in Delhi manhole

Rediff.com11 Feb 2026

His death leaves behind an elderly mother, his wife and three children all under the age of five.

'Roads, bridges kill, water kills': Rahul on Noida techie death

'Roads, bridges kill, water kills': Rahul on Noida techie death

Rediff.com20 Jan 2026

Gandhi shared a video carrying the remarks of an eyewitness, who said timely action could have saved the man, and that of the deceased's father, who lamented that there were several people there with some of them making videos but did not act to save his son.

UP couple found buried in field, honor killing suspected

UP couple found buried in field, honor killing suspected

Rediff.com22 Jan 2026

A young couple missing for three days were found dead and buried in a field in Moradabad, Uttar Pradesh, in a suspected case of honor killing. Police have arrested two brothers of the woman and are investigating the possible involvement of a third brother.

'Hardest Job In India After PM's': Tharoor Backs Gambhir

'Hardest Job In India After PM's': Tharoor Backs Gambhir

Rediff.com22 Jan 2026

Gautam Gambhir receives public backing from Shashi Tharoor ahead of the Nagpur T20I against New Zealand.

End Of Bangladesh's Two Women Political Era

End Of Bangladesh's Two Women Political Era

Rediff.com19 Feb 2026

Tarique Rahman is Bangladesh's first male prime minister in more than three decades, ending an era of female leadership that began in 1991.

Mumbai: Parapet segment of Metro bridge crashes; 1 dead, 3 injured

Mumbai: Parapet segment of Metro bridge crashes; 1 dead, 3 injured

Rediff.com15 Feb 2026

The incident took place around 12:20pm on the arterial LBS Road in front of Johnson and Johnson factory in Mulund area.

Techie death: Noida Authority CEO removed, CM Yogi orders SIT probe

Techie death: Noida Authority CEO removed, CM Yogi orders SIT probe

Rediff.com20 Jan 2026

Following the death of a software engineer whose car plunged into a water-filled pit at a construction site, the Noida Authority has taken action, including terminating an engineer and issuing show-cause notices. An investigation is underway.

'God Has Given Me A Theek-Thaak Face'

'God Has Given Me A Theek-Thaak Face'

Rediff.com23 Feb 2026

'I am happy showing my age. I don't want to look 20 years younger than my age. Neither have I done any cosmetic surgery nor do I want to.'

Skeptics fear manipulation as Bangladesh goes to polls

Skeptics fear manipulation as Bangladesh goes to polls

Rediff.com12 Feb 2026

Political analysts express skepticism about the upcoming Bangladesh general election, citing concerns over manipulation, voter participation, and the influence of money and muscle in the changed political landscape.

T20 World Cup: India look to ride on form, familiarity

T20 World Cup: India look to ride on form, familiarity

Rediff.com5 Feb 2026

Form and familiarity favour India in T20 World Cup

Noida techie death: Real estate firm director arrested

Noida techie death: Real estate firm director arrested

Rediff.com20 Jan 2026

Police on Tuesday arrested the director of a real estate group in connection with the death of a 27-year-old software engineer, whose car had plunged into a water-filled pit at a construction site in Noida's Sector 150, officials said.

Recipe: Bethica's Maamouls

Recipe: Bethica's Maamouls

Rediff.com23 Jan 2026

Maamouls are classic Middle Eastern cookies that have a festive appeal even before you take a bite.

Verstappen adds twist to F1 title race with Qatar win

Verstappen adds twist to F1 title race with Qatar win

Rediff.com1 Dec 2025

Verstappen wins in Qatar to ensure three-way title showdown

TVS Orbiter: Big on range, short on hill climb

TVS Orbiter: Big on range, short on hill climb

Rediff.com12 Feb 2026

The TVS Orbiter works best as a city scooter with good range and comfort, but it quickly runs out of steam on steep climbs.

Guj forest officer's cold response to missing family cracks triple murder

Guj forest officer's cold response to missing family cracks triple murder

Rediff.com17 Nov 2025

A forest officer in Gujarat has been arrested for allegedly murdering his wife and two children and dumping their bodies in a pit near his residence. Marital dispute was the motive.

'Call Me Chucky': The Max Show At Qatar F1 Grand Prix

'Call Me Chucky': The Max Show At Qatar F1 Grand Prix

Rediff.com1 Dec 2025

F1 champion Max Verstappen revelled in McLaren's strategy horror show at the Qatar Grand Prix on Sunday.

When Saif Ali Khan Was 'Homeless And Penniless'

When Saif Ali Khan Was 'Homeless And Penniless'

Rediff.com5 Feb 2026

'One day, I was working in my office late in the evening when suddenly the peon comes and says Saif Ali Khan has come to meet you.' 'Saif told me, "I'm desperate. I've been thrown out by Sattee Shourie, I'm homeless and penniless. Can you do a film with me?"' 'I thought about it and saw him in the character which I was writing.' 'So I gave him a cheque of Rs 5,000 and said, "We'll work together".'

Did Sinners Deserve 16 Oscar Nominations?

Did Sinners Deserve 16 Oscar Nominations?

Rediff.com23 Jan 2026

Having grossed nearly $370 worldwide, Sinners filled up Warner Bros coffers when many of the studio's key 2025 films lost money, and deserves its many Oscar nominations.

BMC polls: Fadnavis plays old clips, says Raj, Uddhav fighting for survival

BMC polls: Fadnavis plays old clips, says Raj, Uddhav fighting for survival

Rediff.com13 Jan 2026

Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis criticized Uddhav and Raj Thackeray, stating the Mumbai civic body election is a fight for their political survival. He also defended development projects and economic growth under the current government.

Silver's breakout drags gold-silver ratio to lowest in over a decade

Silver's breakout drags gold-silver ratio to lowest in over a decade

Rediff.com8 Jan 2026

ilver continues to outperform the yellow metal, with the gold-to-silver price ratio declining to its lowest level since 2013. The ratio fell to around 57 on Wednesday in the international market, from a five-year high of 100.8 at the end of April 2025.

Aus Open PIX: Alcaraz, Sabalenka, Zverev move into quarters

Aus Open PIX: Alcaraz, Sabalenka, Zverev move into quarters

Rediff.com25 Jan 2026

IMAGES from all the action on Day 8 of the Australian Open in Melbourne on Sunday.

Super Cup semi-final lineup revealed

Super Cup semi-final lineup revealed

Rediff.com8 Nov 2025

The summit clash is slated for December 7.