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Who's Nushrratt Bharuccha Partying With?

Who's Nushrratt Bharuccha Partying With?

Rediff.com4 minutes ago

Media house Filmygyan hosted a grand party celebrating 30 million followers on social media, and film folk arrived to give it a star status.

Delhi man killed in family row stabbing

Delhi man killed in family row stabbing

Rediff.com5 minutes ago

A 30-year-old man was stabbed to death by his brother-in-law after a family dispute in Nand Nagri, Delhi. Police have arrested the accused and recovered the weapon.

Indian Squash Stars Abhay Singh and Anahat Singh Named ASF Players of the Year

Indian Squash Stars Abhay Singh and Anahat Singh Named ASF Players of the Year

Rediff.com9 minutes ago

Abhay Singh and Anahat Singh have been recognised as the Asian Squash Federation's outstanding players of the year, while the Indian boys team received the men's team award.

TMC-backed BLOs clash with police in Kolkata over voter list row

TMC-backed BLOs clash with police in Kolkata over voter list row

Rediff.com13 minutes ago

Tension flared outside the Chief Electoral Officer's office in Kolkata following a confrontation between Trinamool Congress supporters and police over alleged voter list manipulation, with accusations of illegal voter enrolment from other states.

Customs Officials Arrest Six in Bengaluru Airport Drug Bust

Customs Officials Arrest Six in Bengaluru Airport Drug Bust

Rediff.com13 minutes ago

Customs officials at Kempegowda International Airport in Bengaluru seized large quantities of hydroponic ganja from passengers arriving from Bangkok, leading to the arrest of six individuals.

Delhi Police Uncover Drug Network, Seize Cocaine and MDMA

Delhi Police Uncover Drug Network, Seize Cocaine and MDMA

Rediff.com17 minutes ago

Delhi Police have dismantled a drug racket, arresting four individuals, including two foreign nationals, and seizing cocaine and MDMA worth approximately Rs 1.1 crore.

Leander Paes joins BJP ahead of Bengal polls

Leander Paes joins BJP ahead of Bengal polls

Rediff.com24 minutes ago

Paes had joined the Trinamool Congress in 2021 and campaigned for the party during the Goa elections in 2022.

Traffic Police Personnel Face Bribery Charges in Maharashtra

Traffic Police Personnel Face Bribery Charges in Maharashtra

Rediff.com25 minutes ago

Two traffic police officers in Maharashtra, including an inspector, have been booked for allegedly demanding a bribe from a female colleague in exchange for favourable night duty assignments.

India-Sweden Project Uses AI to Fight Pneumonia

India-Sweden Project Uses AI to Fight Pneumonia

Rediff.com26 minutes ago

A new research collaboration between India and Sweden is using artificial intelligence to accelerate the discovery of peptide-based therapeutics for pneumonia, aiming to shorten drug development timelines and combat drug-resistant infections.

India Sporting Goods Fair Aims to Propel Manufacturing Sector

India Sporting Goods Fair Aims to Propel Manufacturing Sector

Rediff.com27 minutes ago

The 4th India Sporting Goods Fair (ISGF) is set to take place, showcasing athletic gear and equipment from across the country, as the government pushes to establish India as a global hub for sports goods manufacturing.

Indian Boxers' Mixed Fortunes at Asian Championships

Indian Boxers' Mixed Fortunes at Asian Championships

Rediff.com30 minutes ago

India's Priya secured a decisive victory, while Jadumani Singh faced a narrow defeat at the Asian Boxing Championships.

Russian artist's photoshoot with 'pink elephant' draws ire

Russian artist's photoshoot with 'pink elephant' draws ire

Rediff.com31 minutes ago

A photo shoot in Jaipur featuring an elephant painted pink has sparked controversy and animal welfare concerns after the elephant's death. The incident has led to calls for stricter regulations on the use of animals in commercial and artistic activities.

UP Prometheans Replace Chennai Lions in Ultimate Table Tennis League

UP Prometheans Replace Chennai Lions in Ultimate Table Tennis League

Rediff.com33 minutes ago

UP Prometheans will replace Chennai Lions in the Ultimate Table Tennis (UTT) league. Season 7 will be held in Goa in July and will feature seven teams competing in a single round-robin format.

It undermines women's dignity: Caster Semenya slams IOC's gender testing policy

It undermines women's dignity: Caster Semenya slams IOC's gender testing policy

Rediff.com34 minutes ago

Double Olympic champion Caster Semenya says she intends to fight against the introduction of gender testing for the female category at the Olympics, a policy the South African insists "undermines women's rights".

Opposition demands CBI investigation into alleged Jharkhand liquor scam

Opposition demands CBI investigation into alleged Jharkhand liquor scam

Rediff.com34 minutes ago

The leader of the opposition in the Jharkhand Assembly has urged the Governor to direct the Anti-Corruption Bureau to file a charge sheet in connection with the alleged liquor scam and requested a CBI probe.

After Spain, Italy denies US aircraft access to military base

After Spain, Italy denies US aircraft access to military base

Rediff.com40 minutes ago

Italy has denied the United States the use of the Sigonella military base for flights heading to West Asia, citing a lack of consultation and concerns over the nature of the flights. This decision reflects Italy's stance on avoiding escalation in the region, as Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni's government emphasises its desire to stay out of war.

Bengaluru Police Nab Suspects in IPL Mobile Phone Theft Ring

Bengaluru Police Nab Suspects in IPL Mobile Phone Theft Ring

Rediff.com41 minutes ago

Bengaluru police have arrested a prime suspect and several minors in connection with a series of mobile phone thefts that occurred during an IPL match at Chinnaswamy Stadium. Twenty-one mobile phones, valued at Rs 18 lakhs, have been recovered.

From field to politics: How sportspersons fare in Indian politics

From field to politics: How sportspersons fare in Indian politics

Rediff.com43 minutes ago

A look at the careers of Indian sportspersons who have transitioned into politics, highlighting their successes, failures, and party affiliations.

Shashank Jain to Take Over as Brookfield India REIT CEO

Shashank Jain to Take Over as Brookfield India REIT CEO

Rediff.com45 minutes ago

Brookfield India Real Estate Trust has appointed Shashank Jain as the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) and Managing Director of the firm managing the REIT, effective July 1.

Sheetal Devi's Journey to Para Archery Success: Hard Work and Resilience

Sheetal Devi's Journey to Para Archery Success: Hard Work and Resilience

Rediff.com46 minutes ago

Sheetal Devi, the world number one para archer, has been named 'Para Archer of the Year 2025' by World Archery, recognising her extraordinary achievements and unwavering dedication.

Delhi Police Nab Fugitive in 2025 Attempt-to-Murder Case

Delhi Police Nab Fugitive in 2025 Attempt-to-Murder Case

Rediff.com58 minutes ago

Delhi Police have arrested a 24-year-old man wanted in connection with an attempt-to-murder case in the Patel Nagar area. The accused, Prateek alias Badal, was on the run and has been apprehended with a country-made pistol and live cartridges.

IPL 2026: 'It's going to be a cracker of a season for Vaibhav Sooryavanshi'

IPL 2026: 'It's going to be a cracker of a season for Vaibhav Sooryavanshi'

Rediff.com1 hour ago

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi smashed a 15-ball fifty to set up Rajasthan Royals' roaring win over Chennai Super Kings on Monday.

William Walsh, former British Airways chief, to lead IndiGo as CEO

William Walsh, former British Airways chief, to lead IndiGo as CEO

Rediff.com1 hour ago

IndiGo, India's largest airline, has announced the appointment of William Walsh, former British Airways chief and current Director General of IATA, as its new CEO, effective no later than August 3.

Rhino In Class: Assam's Wildlife Lesson

Rhino In Class: Assam's Wildlife Lesson

Rediff.com1 hour ago

'Now when I see the forest, I don't just see trees -- I see a home that we must protect.'

NCW Intervenes in Aligarh Suicide Case Following Harassment Allegations

NCW Intervenes in Aligarh Suicide Case Following Harassment Allegations

Rediff.com1 hour ago

The National Commission for Women (NCW) has taken suo motu cognisance of the alleged suicide of a minor girl in Aligarh, Uttar Pradesh, following allegations of sexual harassment and intimidation by her teacher, prompting a police investigation and calls for increased safety measures in schools.

Mamata Banerjee Alleges BJP Plot to Inflate West Bengal Voter Rolls

Mamata Banerjee Alleges BJP Plot to Inflate West Bengal Voter Rolls

Rediff.com1 hour ago

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee has accused the BJP of attempting to illegally include voters from outside the state in West Bengal's electoral rolls, alleging a coordinated effort to interfere with democratic rights.

Ashwini Bhide becomes BMC's 1st woman commissioner

Ashwini Bhide becomes BMC's 1st woman commissioner

Rediff.com1 hour ago

Senior IAS officer Ashwini Bhide has been appointed as the first woman commissioner of the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC).

Atanu Chakraborty Flags Governance Gaps at HDFC Bank

Atanu Chakraborty Flags Governance Gaps at HDFC Bank

Rediff.com1 hour ago

'My resignation is a larger governance and governance-plus kind of an issue, which the board of directors of the bank should be introspecting.'

Income Tax Department Releases ITR Forms for Assessment Year 2026-27

Income Tax Department Releases ITR Forms for Assessment Year 2026-27

Rediff.com1 hour ago

The Income Tax Department has released all income tax return (ITR) forms for the assessment year 2026-27, enabling individuals, businesses, and other entities to begin filing their returns for the financial year 2025-26.

What Makes Ranveer Singh India's Blockbuster Star

What Makes Ranveer Singh India's Blockbuster Star

Rediff.com1 hour ago

With the twin blockbusters of Dhurandhar, which have resulted in over Rs 2,000 crore (Rs 20 billion) coming in, Ranveer Singh has proved himself all over again.

The Gulf War: Prem Panicker's Must Read Blog!

The Gulf War: Prem Panicker's Must Read Blog!

Rediff.com1 hour ago

Prem Panicker's Must Read Blog On The Gulf War.

RBSE Class 12 Results Declared; Girls Outperform Boys in Key Streams

RBSE Class 12 Results Declared; Girls Outperform Boys in Key Streams

Rediff.com1 hour ago

The Rajasthan Board of Secondary Education has announced the Class 12 results for Arts, Commerce, and Science streams. The results were announced by Education Minister Madan Dilawar, with multiple students topping each stream. Girls outperformed boys in Arts and Science, while boys had a higher pass percentage in Commerce.

Delhi Police Nab Four Juvenile Drug Addicts for Stabbing and Robbery

Delhi Police Nab Four Juvenile Drug Addicts for Stabbing and Robbery

Rediff.com1 hour ago

Delhi Police have apprehended four juveniles, all school dropouts and drug addicts, for allegedly stabbing a man and robbing his mobile phone in the Pandav Nagar area.

West Bengal CEO Investigates Voter Enrolment Irregularities After TMC Complaint

West Bengal CEO Investigates Voter Enrolment Irregularities After TMC Complaint

Rediff.com1 hour ago

West Bengal's Chief Electoral Officer is reviewing CCTV footage following allegations by the Trinamool Congress that a BJP representative improperly submitted voter enrolment forms. The investigation aims to address concerns about potential violations of electoral regulations and ensure the integrity of the voter list.

Delhi Court Convicts Two in Amazon Delivery Agent Robbery Case

Delhi Court Convicts Two in Amazon Delivery Agent Robbery Case

Rediff.com2 hours ago

A Delhi court has convicted two men for attempting to rob an Amazon delivery agent at gunpoint in the Bhajanpura area in 2018. The court found the prosecution successfully proved the accused were armed with deadly weapons during the incident.

Markets underpricing oil shock risk amid West Asia conflict, say analysts

Markets underpricing oil shock risk amid West Asia conflict, say analysts

Rediff.com2 hours ago

Analysts warn that global markets are significantly underpricing the risk of an oil price shock, with Brent crude potentially soaring to $150 per barrel if the West Asia conflict escalates or damages critical oil and gas infrastructure. This could lead to severe inflation and economic repercussions, particularly for import-dependent nations like India.

Pickleball Kingdom Expands to India with Delhi Court Launch

Pickleball Kingdom Expands to India with Delhi Court Launch

Rediff.com2 hours ago

Pickleball Kingdom, a US-based company, has launched its first pickleball court in India, located in New Delhi. The company plans to expand its operations across the country through local partnerships and franchisees.

IPL 2026: RCB calmer than last year, clarity about roles: Krunal Pandya

IPL 2026: RCB calmer than last year, clarity about roles: Krunal Pandya

Rediff.com2 hours ago

Krunal Pandya discusses the improved atmosphere within the Royal Challengers Bengaluru camp, highlighting better understanding among players.

Why My Last Minute Concert Plan Was Totally Worth It

Why My Last Minute Concert Plan Was Totally Worth It

Rediff.com2 hours ago

I had been eyeing Keinemusik (a German DJ trio) concert tickets ever since they dropped almost six months ago. The ticket prices started at Rs 3,000 and had reached Rs 6,000 on the week of the concert.

Ranchi Gears Up For Hockey India Sub Junior Women's National Championship

Ranchi Gears Up For Hockey India Sub Junior Women's National Championship

Rediff.com2 hours ago

The 16th Hockey India Sub Junior Women's National Championship is set to commence in Ranchi, featuring 29 teams competing across three divisions in a promotion and relegation format.