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Raj Thackeray's son booked for removing Modi's photo in Pune college

Raj Thackeray's son booked for removing Modi's photo in Pune college

Rediff.com1 Sep 2026

Two Maharashtra Navnirman Sena (MNS) workers have been arrested in Pune for allegedly removing Prime Minister Narendra Modi's photograph from a government polytechnic office. The incident occurred during a visit by MNS leader Amit Thackeray, who is also facing a case related to the alleged act. BJP criticised the MNS leader for political immaturity.

PHOTOS: Carlos Alcaraz's Great Fightback At US Open

PHOTOS: Carlos Alcaraz's Great Fightback At US Open

Rediff.com3 Sep 2026

Defending champion Carlos Alcaraz overcame a challenging start against Portugal's Jaime Faria to secure his spot in the third round of the US Open.

Rodri's Ibiza Photo Sparks Hilarious Reactions

Rodri's Ibiza Photo Sparks Hilarious Reactions

Rediff.com10 Aug 2026

Manchester City midfielder Rodri's holiday photo from Ibiza went viral, drawing comparisons to the 'distracted boyfriend' meme.

PHOTOS: Coco Gauff Cruises Past Sonmez In US Open Opener

PHOTOS: Coco Gauff Cruises Past Sonmez In US Open Opener

Rediff.com2 Sep 2026

Home favourite Coco Gauff successfully began her U.S. Open title defence, defeating Turkey's Zeynep Sonmez 6-3 6-4 in the first round. Gauff, fresh from her Cincinnati Open victory, displayed strong form, overcoming a brief challenge from Sonmez to secure a comfortable win under the lights of Arthur Ashe Stadium.

Photos: Sabalenka digs deep to oust Noskova, charges into 6th straight US Open semis

Photos: Sabalenka digs deep to oust Noskova, charges into 6th straight US Open semis

Rediff.com6 days ago

Aryna Sabalenka overcame Wimbledon champion Linda Noskova in a pulsating three-set thriller, saving her title defence and reaching a sixth consecutive US Open semi-final after a tense tiebreak.

US Open Photos: Khachanov overwhelms third seed Auger-Aliassime after dramatic turnaround

US Open Photos: Khachanov overwhelms third seed Auger-Aliassime after dramatic turnaround

Rediff.com4 Sep 2026

Karen Khachanov stunned third seed Felix Auger-Aliassime after losing the opening-set tiebreak, dominating the next three sets with powerful serving and relentless pressure to reach round three.

Ganpati Bappa Comes Home

Ganpati Bappa Comes Home

Rediff.com1 days ago

It's Ganesh Chaturthi, marking the arrival of Lord Ganesha amid prayers, festivities and vibrant decorations.

PHOTOS: Gael Monfils Creates History On 40th Birthday At US Open

PHOTOS: Gael Monfils Creates History On 40th Birthday At US Open

Rediff.com2 Sep 2026

Gael Monfils celebrated his 40th birthday by defeating Adolfo Daniel Vallejo in the first round of the US Open, making him the oldest player since Jimmy Connors in 1992 to win a main-draw singles match at Flushing Meadows on his birthday.

BRICS Summit: Security In Place, Delhi Spruced Up

BRICS Summit: Security In Place, Delhi Spruced Up

Rediff.com5 days ago

New Delhi is gearing up to host the 18th BRICS Summit at Bharat Mandapam on September 12-13, with extensive preparations underway across key venues, roads, hotels and security zones.

'You're Not Welcome Xi': Tibetans Protest In Delhi

'You're Not Welcome Xi': Tibetans Protest In Delhi

Rediff.com3 days ago

Members of the Tibetan community in exile held a symbolic protest march in Delhi's Majnu Ka Tila ahead of Chinese President Xi Jinping's visit to India for the BRICS 2026 Summit, voicing opposition to Beijing's policies in Tibet.

What's This Chief Minister Up To?

What's This Chief Minister Up To?

Rediff.com5 days ago

On the morning of September 8, Karnataka Chief Minister D K Shivakumar paid a surprise visit to the Agricultural Produce Market Committee at Yeshwanthpur in Bengaluru.

Bihar On Edge As Ganga Rises

Bihar On Edge As Ganga Rises

Rediff.com6 days ago

The Ganga continues to rise in Patna, inching closer to the danger mark and putting low-lying areas on alert.

Satya Niketan Collapse: The Aftermath

Satya Niketan Collapse: The Aftermath

Rediff.com7 days ago

Scenes from the aftermath of the five-storey building collapse in Satya Niketan, near Delhi University's South Campus.

Delhi Collapse Site Under Tight Vigil

Delhi Collapse Site Under Tight Vigil

Rediff.com6 days ago

Scenes from the aftermath of Delhi's Satya Niketan building collapse on Tuesday.

NSG Launches Operation BRICS Kavach

NSG Launches Operation BRICS Kavach

Rediff.com6 days ago

The National Security Guard has launched Operation BRICS Kavach to prepare for possible emergencies during the high-profile event.

Post Delhi Collapse: 'Our Parents Want Us Back Home'

Post Delhi Collapse: 'Our Parents Want Us Back Home'

Rediff.com4 days ago

'We are living in the belief that our building will not fall.'

Modi-Xi Meet: Look At The Body Language

Modi-Xi Meet: Look At The Body Language

Rediff.com2 days ago

On Saturday, Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Chinese President Xi Jinping met on the sidelines of the BRICS Summit in New Delhi.

Govinda Unites With Wife, Kids For Ganpati

Govinda Unites With Wife, Kids For Ganpati

Rediff.com3 hours ago

Govinda made a late-night return from the US to join his wife Sunita Ahuja and children Tina and Yashvardhan in their cherished Ganesh Chaturthi celebrations, continuing a family tradition started by his late mother.

Nepal's Hindu Rashtra Debate

Nepal's Hindu Rashtra Debate

Rediff.com1 days ago

Nepal's Hindu groups have sought an all-party discussion on restoring Hindu-nation status within three months.

India Is A Maritime Nation In Geography, Not In Mindset

India Is A Maritime Nation In Geography, Not In Mindset

Rediff.com3 hours ago

India may have a vast coastline and a strategic location, but it will become a true maritime nation only when its people understand, value and actively participate in the maritime ecosystem, asserts Vice Admiral Biswajit Dasgupta (retd).

Want An '80s Makeover? Try These Prompts For Instagram's Viral AI Trend

Want An '80s Makeover? Try These Prompts For Instagram's Viral AI Trend

Rediff.com5 days ago

Remember when photographs had film grain, hairstyles had volume and nobody had to worry about accidentally taking 47 identical selfies? The 1980s are back on Instagram, thanks to AI.

Team India's Hilarious Reactions to Their 1980s Avatars!

Team India's Hilarious Reactions to Their 1980s Avatars!

Rediff.com2 days ago

Indian cricketers were surprised with AI-generated 1980s avatars of themselves during a photo session before the Afghanistan T20I series, leading to humorous reactions from players like Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, Axar Patel, and Ishan Kishan.

Cool Things That Happened At BRICS

Cool Things That Happened At BRICS

Rediff.com2 hours ago

A Kishore Kumar song, a birthday cake, a prince's break from protocol to thank his driver, a Persian painting on the ceiling of the presidential residence -- the BRICS Summit had many memorable moments.

Is JD-U About To Become Janata Dal Nitish?

Is JD-U About To Become Janata Dal Nitish?

Rediff.com3 days ago

JD-U leaders have backed a proposal to rename the party Janata Dal Nitish, putting Nitish Kumar's political legacy at the centre of the party's identity.

Security Forces Hunt For Terrorists In Srinagar

Security Forces Hunt For Terrorists In Srinagar

Rediff.com4 days ago

On Thursday, September 10, Jammu and Kashmir Police along with the Central Reserve Police Force, conducted a cordon and search operation in the Batamaloo area of Srinagar.

Little Krishnas Celebrate Janmashtami

Little Krishnas Celebrate Janmashtami

Rediff.com2 Sep 2026

Glimpses from Janmashtami celebrations taking shape across India before the festival.

BRICS 2026: India's Chance To Make Diplomatic Gains

BRICS 2026: India's Chance To Make Diplomatic Gains

Rediff.com2 days ago

For India, the goal is not simply to host another grand diplomatic gathering. It is to prove that a diverse coalition of emerging powers can still deliver.

Flyers protest at Delhi airport as SpiceJet flights to Dubai delayed

Flyers protest at Delhi airport as SpiceJet flights to Dubai delayed

Rediff.com12 minutes ago

Around 200 SpiceJet passengers protested at Delhi airport after their flights to Dubai were repeatedly rescheduled and delayed since Monday. The airline cited operational reasons due to an aircraft grounding and is arranging alternate flights, while the Civil Aviation Ministry and DGCA are monitoring SpiceJet's operations.

9/11: Remembering Lives Lost 25 Years On

9/11: Remembering Lives Lost 25 Years On

Rediff.com4 days ago

From FDNY tributes to preserved artifacts, these photographs document remembrance and the continuing impact of 9/11.

Anahat Singh Goes Down Fighting In Qatar Open

Anahat Singh Goes Down Fighting In Qatar Open

Rediff.com1 days ago

Indian squash player Anahat Singh was defeated by Belgium's Tinne Gilis in a hard-fought five-game match during the second round of the Qatar Classic.

CJP to join Maharashtra PSC aspirants' protest

CJP to join Maharashtra PSC aspirants' protest

Rediff.com1 days ago

The Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) and its founder Abhijeet Dipke have announced their support for students protesting alleged paper leaks and irregularities in Maharashtra Public Service Commission (MPSC) online examinations. The CJP plans to join the agitation and undertake a statewide tour if demands for the MPSC chairman and secretary's resignations are not met by September 24.

The Long Road To Viksit Bharat

The Long Road To Viksit Bharat

Rediff.com2 hours ago

The question for the next 20 years is not whether India can become a $5 trillion or $10 trillion economy. Those are attractive targets, but the real question is whether India can create enough productive jobs, educate its children properly, make its cities liveable, and give hundreds of millions of people a substantially better life, asserts Ramesh Menon.

Varun Chakaravarthy ruled out of Afghanistan T20 series, doubtful for Asian Games

Varun Chakaravarthy ruled out of Afghanistan T20 series, doubtful for Asian Games

Rediff.com18 hours ago

India spinner Varun Chakaravarthy has been ruled out of the T20 series against Afghanistan due to a fresh injury, casting significant doubt on his participation in the upcoming Asian Games. This comes shortly after his recovery from a previous hamstring injury, raising concerns about player injury management.

How Bank Of Baroda's New App Revolutionises Digital Payments

How Bank Of Baroda's New App Revolutionises Digital Payments

Rediff.com20 hours ago

Bank of Baroda has launched 'bob World 2.0', an AI-powered mobile banking app featuring voice-command capabilities for payments and navigation. The updated app also includes a personal finance management module and a persona-based customer experience, aiming to offer intuitive, secure, and personalised banking services.

2 Ganesh idols fall during procession in Maharashtra, 1 injured

2 Ganesh idols fall during procession in Maharashtra, 1 injured

Rediff.com2 days ago

Two separate incidents of Ganesh idols falling during processions were reported in Palghar and Thane districts. In Nalasopara, a Ganesh idol fell due to heavy rain and wind but remained intact with no injuries. In Bhayander, a youth was injured and an idol was damaged when it tipped over during its arrival procession.

Delhi building collapse: Death toll rises to 7; 12 rescued

Delhi building collapse: Death toll rises to 7; 12 rescued

Rediff.com7 Sep 2026

A 50-year-old multi-storey building in Delhi's Satya Niketan area collapsed, resulting in six deaths and 11 rescues. The incident occurred during repair work, prompting a police case against the building owner and a magisterial inquiry.

BRICS Summit: When Geography Speaks Louder Than Words

BRICS Summit: When Geography Speaks Louder Than Words

Rediff.com20 hours ago

New Delhi was told it had given something up; in reality it had stopped talking about it, notes Dr Abhishek Puri.

England Cricket Board delegation assesses security for Pakistan ODI tri-series

England Cricket Board delegation assesses security for Pakistan ODI tri-series

Rediff.com16 hours ago

A security delegation from the England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) has arrived in Pakistan to review arrangements for England's upcoming ODI tri-nation series tour. The delegation will inspect venues and meet officials to ensure security plans are robust for the series, which also involves Sri Lanka and runs from October 18 to 31.

Wars, tariffs test BRICS unity as leaders gather in Delhi

Wars, tariffs test BRICS unity as leaders gather in Delhi

Rediff.com3 days ago

The BRICS summit in New Delhi brings together leaders from major emerging economies to address global challenges like trade disputes, geopolitical upheavals, and the economic impact of conflicts in Ukraine and West Asia. India, as chair, aims to position BRICS as an economic growth engine, focusing on the Global South's food, energy, and supply chain security. The summit also highlights the grouping's expansion and its growing influence in global governance.

Wholesale Inflation Hits 9.92% in August, Driven by Food, Fuel, Manufactured Goods

Wholesale Inflation Hits 9.92% in August, Driven by Food, Fuel, Manufactured Goods

Rediff.com17 hours ago

India's wholesale price-based inflation (WPI) increased to 9.92 per cent in August, up from 9.78 per cent in July, primarily due to rising prices across food, manufactured items, and fuel and power sectors.