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Hyderabad airport gets bomb threat for 3 flights amid IndiGo chaos

Hyderabad airport gets bomb threat for 3 flights amid IndiGo chaos

Rediff.com8 Dec 2025

The airport received emails on late Sunday night targeting British Airways' (BA 277) from Heathrow, Lufthansa's (LH 752) from Frankfurt and IndiGo's 6E 7178 from Kannur.

Can CBI Karur Stampede Probe Impact TN Polls?

Can CBI Karur Stampede Probe Impact TN Polls?

Rediff.com14 Oct 2025

If the TVK joins the NDA, there is every likelihood of the AIADMK winning an absolute majority in the 234 seat assembly and wanting to form a stand-alone government. In turn, it could mean that the BJP especially and the TVK equally so, will want to restrict the AIADMK's seat share closer to the cut-off figure, if only to ensure that EPS won't get the absolute majority that he desires (if the NDA won, that is) and will have to settle for a coalition government, observes N Sathiya Moorthy.

NEET PG 2025 to be conducted on Aug 3 in a single shift: SC

NEET PG 2025 to be conducted on Aug 3 in a single shift: SC

Rediff.com6 Jun 2025

A bench of Justices Prashant Kumar Mishra and Augustine George Masih, which initially questioned the over two-month window sought by the NBE for holding the examination, said the board's plea appeared to be "bonafide".

In a 1st, SC sets timeline for Prez on bills sent by Guv

In a 1st, SC sets timeline for Prez on bills sent by Guv

Rediff.com12 Apr 2025

Four days after the top court cleared 10 bills, which were stalled and reserved by Tamil Nadu Governor R N Ravi for the president's consideration, and set a timeline for all governors to act on the bills passed by the state assemblies, the judgement running into 415 pages was uploaded on the apex court's website at 10.54 pm on Friday.

Tirupati temple board removes 18 non-Hindu employees

Tirupati temple board removes 18 non-Hindu employees

Rediff.com6 Feb 2025

The Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams (TTD), the custodian of Lord Venkateswara Swamy temple, has barred 18 employees from participating in all religious activities for allegedly partaking in non-Hindu activities. The decision has been defended by the Andhra Pradesh government, citing the need to protect the religious sentiments of Hindu devotees. The move has sparked debate, with some supporting the TTD's stance and others criticizing it as discriminatory.

No family member of terrorists will get govt job in J-K: Shah

No family member of terrorists will get govt job in J-K: Shah

Rediff.com27 May 2024

The home minister, however, said the government will make an exception in case someone from a family comes forward and informs the authorities that his or her close relative has joined a terror outfit.

Haryana violence: BJP sees 'conspiracy', questions Cong's role

Haryana violence: BJP sees 'conspiracy', questions Cong's role

Rediff.com3 Aug 2023

Communal violence broke out in Nuh district on Monday as a mob tried to stop a Vishva Hindu Parishad procession by pelting stones and setting cars on fire. The violence spilled over into neighbouring Gurugram on Tuesday with mobs killing a Muslim cleric, torching an eatery, and vandalising shops.

Sandeshkhali: TMC leaders' properties torched, MLA thrashed

Sandeshkhali: TMC leaders' properties torched, MLA thrashed

Rediff.com23 Feb 2024

Armed with sticks, they set ablaze thatched structures near a fishing yard in Belmajur area of Sandeshkhali, venting their fury against the elusive TMC leader Shahjahan Sheikh and his brother Siraj. The torched structure, it was revealed, belonged to Siraj.

How fog in north India created chaos at Indian airports

How fog in north India created chaos at Indian airports

Rediff.com16 Jan 2024

As photographs and video clips were distributed on social media, aviation security watchdog BCAS issued show cause notices to IndiGo and Mumbai airport operator MIAL over the incident, official sources said on Tuesday.

Winners rejoice as EC lifts ban on victory processions

Winners rejoice as EC lifts ban on victory processions

Rediff.com10 Mar 2022

The relaxation will be subject to existing instructions of state disaster management authorities and preventive measures imposed by concerned district authorities, it added.

Won't wear sweater until...: Rahul on T-shirt in biting cold

Won't wear sweater until...: Rahul on T-shirt in biting cold

Rediff.com10 Jan 2023

"People ask me why I am wearing this white T-shirt, don't I feel cold. I will tell you the reason. When the yatra began... in Kerala, it was hot and humid. But when we entered Madhya Pradesh, it was slightly cold.

Salman meets Shah Rukh after Aryan's arrest

Salman meets Shah Rukh after Aryan's arrest

Rediff.com4 Oct 2021

Shah Rukh Khan's son Aryan has been questioned and detained by the Narcotics Control Bureau and arrested.

'Deadly for democracy': Ex SC judge tears into Rijiju

'Deadly for democracy': Ex SC judge tears into Rijiju

Rediff.com28 Jan 2023

What is the independence of the judiciary if independent and fearless judges are not being appointed, SC judge Rohinton Fali Nariman said.

Modi continues turban tradition for I-Day

Modi continues turban tradition for I-Day

Rediff.com15 Aug 2021

Prime Minister Narendra Modi chose a saffron headgear with red patterns and a long tail for the 75th Independence Day celebrations at the historic Red Fort in New Delhi on Sunday.

How researchers detected Joshimath sinking

How researchers detected Joshimath sinking

Rediff.com14 Jan 2023

The PSInSAR satellite technique used to observe the gradual sinking of Uttarakhand's Joshimath town is a powerful remote sensing tool capable of measuring and monitoring displacements in the Earth's surface over time.

Governor Ravi goes from Nagaland to TN, Lt Gen Singh to U'Khand

Governor Ravi goes from Nagaland to TN, Lt Gen Singh to U'Khand

Rediff.com10 Sep 2021

The Centre's interlocutor and retired IPS officer RN Ravi has been shifted from Nagaland to Tamil Nadu as its new governor.

7 more bodies seen floating in Ganga; total count 52

7 more bodies seen floating in Ganga; total count 52

Rediff.com12 May 2021

The district administration is immediately performing the last rites of the deceased as there is a possibility that they had contracted COVID-19.

India reports 6,563 new COVID-19 cases, 132 deaths

India reports 6,563 new COVID-19 cases, 132 deaths

Rediff.com20 Dec 2021

The daily rise in new coronavirus infections has been recorded below 15,000 for the last 53 days now.

TN guv wants to know about govt schemes, DMK says fine

TN guv wants to know about govt schemes, DMK says fine

Rediff.com26 Oct 2021

This development assumes significance as the DMK, when it was in the opposition (2016-21) had staunchly opposed former Governor Banwarilal Purohit's review of state schemes and tour of districts.

PIX: India takes 1st step to end COVID with vaccine

PIX: India takes 1st step to end COVID with vaccine

Rediff.com16 Jan 2021

Healthcare workers at the frontline of India's COVID-19 battle got their first jabs after Prime Minister Narendra Modi launched the world's biggest drive via video conferencing.

Covid deaths could touch 1 million by August: Lancet

Covid deaths could touch 1 million by August: Lancet

Rediff.com8 May 2021

If that outcome were to happen, the Modi government would be responsible for presiding over a self-inflicted national catastrophe.

Even BJP leaders wanted garden named after Tipu Sultan: Malik

Even BJP leaders wanted garden named after Tipu Sultan: Malik

Rediff.com27 Jan 2022

The BJP objected to the name claiming that Tipu Sultan had persecuted Hindus and hence his name was unacceptable for a public facility.

H'yana govt orders probe in Karnal incident, farmers end stir

H'yana govt orders probe in Karnal incident, farmers end stir

Rediff.com11 Sep 2021

The probe will be completed within a month and former SDM Ayush Sinha will remain on leave during the time.

Amid LAC stand-off, govt approves arms procurement worth Rs 2,290 cr

Amid LAC stand-off, govt approves arms procurement worth Rs 2,290 cr

Rediff.com28 Sep 2020

Besides clearing the proposal to buy assault rifles, the other significant acquisitions approved by the DAC include procurement of smart anti-airfield weapon (SAAW) systems for the navy and the Indian Air Force at an approximate cost of Rs 970, the officials said.

2 States: From a nudge to the knot

2 States: From a nudge to the knot

Rediff.com16 Apr 2014

Readers share their real-life '2 States' love stories! Don't miss :-)

This is how they play Holi in Vrindavan

This is how they play Holi in Vrindavan

Rediff.com14 Mar 2014

They say if you really need to get a feel of vibrant India, head to Vrindavan during Holi. Here's why

Webber didn't deserve to win, declares Vettel

Webber didn't deserve to win, declares Vettel

Rediff.com11 Apr 2013

Formula One world champion Sebastian Vettel met a barrage of questions about his failure to obey team orders on Thursday with an unrepentant smile and cold contempt for Red Bull team mate Mark Webber.

B'luru riots was SDPI plan to create communal unrest: NIA chargesheet

B'luru riots was SDPI plan to create communal unrest: NIA chargesheet

Rediff.com23 Feb 2021

The agency has named 247 people as accused in the case, according to NIA sources.

Inside Burj Al-Arab - The world's most luxurious hotel

Inside Burj Al-Arab - The world's most luxurious hotel

Rediff.com30 Mar 2012

It is said that Burj Al Arab is the most luxurious hotels in the world. For starters, the prices of rooms vary from $1,000 to $27,000 per night! It is also described as 'the world's only seven-star hotel.

BJP celebrates Art 370 move anniversary; PDP says 'day of mourning'

BJP celebrates Art 370 move anniversary; PDP says 'day of mourning'

Rediff.com5 Aug 2021

In Srinagar, wearing black bands, scores of PDP leaders and activists, led by party president Mehbooba Mufti, took out a protest march from the party's head office near the Sher-e-Kashmir Park.

Spotted: Indian players and Wasim Akram in Sydney

Spotted: Indian players and Wasim Akram in Sydney

Rediff.com18 Jan 2008

Reader Mujtaba Ahmed sent us these pictures from Sydney.

Spotted: Matthew Hayden in Brisbane

Spotted: Matthew Hayden in Brisbane

Rediff.com17 Jul 2008

Reader Sandeep sent us this picture from Singapore.

Delhi added 10,000 cases in just 8 days from June 1

Delhi added 10,000 cases in just 8 days from June 1

Rediff.com10 Jun 2020

Delhi reported its first novel coronavirus case on March 1, when a businessman in East Delhi was diagnosed with the disease after returning from Italy.

'Tukaram Omble deserves a Ashok Chakra'

'Tukaram Omble deserves a Ashok Chakra'

Rediff.com22 Dec 2008

If it was not for him, the Mumbai police could not have captured the sole terrorist alive, the only source of first-hand information about the evil perpetrators behind the heinous attacks.

Spotted: Javagal Srinath

Spotted: Javagal Srinath

Rediff.com19 Feb 2008

Reader Mukund sent us this picture.

Spotted: Christiano Ronaldo in Zurich

Spotted: Christiano Ronaldo in Zurich

Rediff.com4 Feb 2008

Reader B Kumar sent us this picture from Zurich.

Watching Big B, Rani on the sets

Watching Big B, Rani on the sets

Rediff.com14 Aug 2006

Reader Pratibha Chillar sends us a picture.

Female cabin crew in demand

Female cabin crew in demand

Rediff.com10 May 2005

Qatar Airways is recruiting female cabin crew.

Want to design for television?

Want to design for television?

Rediff.com18 Nov 2004

Ten Sports is looking for Channel Graphic Designers.

A Congress MP's lesson for Rahul: Remember names

A Congress MP's lesson for Rahul: Remember names

Rediff.com31 Aug 2020

A Ganesh Nadar/Rediff.com recalls how Kanyakumari MP H Vasanthakumar, the first parliamentarin to die of Covid-related complications, would address his constituents by their names, making it a point to ask after their work and family.