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Penguin denies publishing Gen Naravane's book; FIR lodged

Penguin denies publishing Gen Naravane's book; FIR lodged

Rediff.com10 Feb 2026

Penguin Random House India (PRHI) has clarified that it holds the exclusive publishing rights to General Manoj Mukund Naravane's memoir, 'Four Stars of Destiny,' amid reports of unauthorized copies circulating. The publisher emphasized that the book has not been officially released and warned against copyright infringement.

Assam publishes final voters list, drops over 2.43 lakh names

Assam publishes final voters list, drops over 2.43 lakh names

Rediff.com10 Feb 2026

The Election Commission of India has published the final voters list for Assam after a Special Revision, deleting over 2.43 lakh names from the draft roll. The final roll comprises nearly 2.49 crore voters, a decrease of 0.97 per cent from the draft roll.

EC releases Bengal's post-SIR supplementary list, silent on deleted voters

EC releases Bengal's post-SIR supplementary list, silent on deleted voters

Rediff.com7 days ago

The Election Commission is yet to disclose the number of voters whose names have been included or deleted following the SIR adjudication process in poll-bound West Bengal.

PM Modi Lauds Anveshana for Making Science Accessible to Students

PM Modi Lauds Anveshana for Making Science Accessible to Students

Rediff.com2 days ago

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has praised the Anveshana programme of Prayoga Institute of Education Research for its work in making scientific research accessible to school students. The programme, launched in 2022, supports student-led research projects and provides hands-on learning opportunities.

Wife Thinks I'm Dating My Co-worker

Wife Thinks I'm Dating My Co-worker

Rediff.com1 days ago

Sometimes, in marriages, people start to feel less valued and trust issues can stem from that same feeling, observes rediffGURU Ravi Mittal, CEO of Quack Quack, an online dating web site, and Rebounce, a matrimony platform.

New Butterfly Species Honours Zubeen Garg

New Butterfly Species Honours Zubeen Garg

Rediff.com3 days ago

A newly discovered butterfly species in Arunachal Pradesh has been named Euthalia zubeengargi, in honour of Assamese cultural icon Zubeen Garg.

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.com15 hours 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".

SC Directs High Courts to Protect Identities of Rape Survivors

SC Directs High Courts to Protect Identities of Rape Survivors

Rediff.com3 days ago

The Supreme Court of India has strongly condemned the disclosure of a rape victim's identity and directed all high courts to ensure the anonymity of survivors and their families in court orders, citing the deep stigma associated with such offences and existing legal provisions.

Can a Marriage Last Without Sex?

Can a Marriage Last Without Sex?

Rediff.com6 days ago

rediffGURU Anu Krishna, mind coach and relationship coach, offers advice on how to make litle changes and work on your marriage than give up.

Why India Doesn't Track Hate Speech Against Northeast Citizens

Why India Doesn't Track Hate Speech Against Northeast Citizens

Rediff.com7 days ago

The Indian government has stated that it does not maintain centralised data on incidents of hate speech, racial slurs, harassment, and discrimination against people from the Northeast, emphasising that policing and public order are the responsibility of state governments.

Diego Maradona's childhood house transformed into soup kitchen

Diego Maradona's childhood house transformed into soup kitchen

Rediff.com13 hours ago

Every week, hundreds of people line up to fill a plastic container with food in an unlikely place: the humble home where Argentine soccer legend Diego Armando Maradona was born.

UP draft voter list published, 2.89 cr names dropped after revision

UP draft voter list published, 2.89 cr names dropped after revision

Rediff.com6 Jan 2026

The draft electoral roll for Uttar Pradesh was published after a special intensive revision exercise, with 12.55 crore voters retained out of 15.44 crore listed earlier. Around 2.89 crore voters were excluded due to deaths, migration, or multiple registrations.

New Solar-Powered Method Could Revolutionise Sustainable Aviation Fuel Production

New Solar-Powered Method Could Revolutionise Sustainable Aviation Fuel Production

Rediff.com1 days ago

Researchers at the University of Sheffield have developed a novel method for producing sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) using concentrated solar energy and captured CO2, potentially reducing reliance on used cooking oil.

Shah Accuses TMC of Jeopardising National Security Through Infiltration

Shah Accuses TMC of Jeopardising National Security Through Infiltration

Rediff.com3 days ago

Union Home Minister Amit Shah has accused the TMC government in West Bengal of jeopardising national security through appeasement politics and failing to secure the border, framing the upcoming election as crucial for the entire country.

19 Indians arrested in UAE for posting misleading content amid war

19 Indians arrested in UAE for posting misleading content amid war

Rediff.com15 Mar 2026

According to a statement, the move follows rigorous monitoring of digital platforms to combat the spread of fabricated information and artificial content intended to incite public disorder and undermine general stability.

7 Foods To Boost Your Daily Iodine Intake

7 Foods To Boost Your Daily Iodine Intake

Rediff.com1 days ago

How to add iodine to your diet.

HC orders removal of content linking Hardeep Puri's daughter to Epstein

HC orders removal of content linking Hardeep Puri's daughter to Epstein

Rediff.com17 Mar 2026

The Delhi high court has ordered the removal of defamatory social media content falsely linking Union Minister Hardeep Singh Puri's daughter to convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, protecting her reputation from malicious online attacks.

No proof, no benefits: Govt clarifies limits of census data use

No proof, no benefits: Govt clarifies limits of census data use

Rediff.com1 days ago

The Registrar General and Census Commissioner of India, Mritunjay Kumar Narayan, has reassured the public that individual data collected during the upcoming census will remain confidential and cannot be used for any purpose other than statistical aggregation.

Book Piracy Racket Busted in Delhi, One Arrested

Book Piracy Racket Busted in Delhi, One Arrested

Rediff.com6 days ago

Delhi Police have dismantled a book piracy operation, arresting a 67-year-old man allegedly involved in the illegal printing and distribution of counterfeit books. Over 20,000 pirated books and printing equipment were seized.

More Cases Filed Against Maharashtra Godman Ashok Kharat Amidst Investigation

More Cases Filed Against Maharashtra Godman Ashok Kharat Amidst Investigation

Rediff.com3 days ago

Two more cases have been registered against self-styled godman Ashok Kharat, police said on Saturday, adding that the Special Investigation Team which conducting a probe against him has received more than 100 complaints over phone.

'Wife and I Don't Have Sex. Daughter Sleeps With Us'

'Wife and I Don't Have Sex. Daughter Sleeps With Us'

Rediff.com19 Mar 2026

rediffGURU Ravi Mittal counsels a young couple how to communicate physical and emotional needs in a relationship.

Rape-Accused Godman Ashok Kharat Faces More Scrutiny as SIT Receives Flood of New Complaints

Rape-Accused Godman Ashok Kharat Faces More Scrutiny as SIT Receives Flood of New Complaints

Rediff.com4 days ago

The Special Investigation Team (SIT) probing allegations against Ashok Kharat, a self-styled godman accused of rape, has received over 50 calls reporting crimes allegedly committed by him. Police have registered eight FIRs against Kharat, who is accused of sexually exploiting women and other crimes.

Assam Heroin Bust Sparks Northeast Drug Alarm

Assam Heroin Bust Sparks Northeast Drug Alarm

Rediff.com4 days ago

The latest seizure adds to a series of drug hauls reported from Assam and other northeastern states in recent months, indicating the persistence of trafficking routes across the region.

'In Love With A Divorcee. My Parents Are Against Him'

'In Love With A Divorcee. My Parents Are Against Him'

Rediff.com17 Mar 2026

rediffGURU Anu Krishna, mind coach and co-founder of Unfear Changemakers, suggests how you discuss your feelings with your parents without offending them.

Shivshankar Menon: 'Pakistan's Insider Threat Is Serious'

Shivshankar Menon: 'Pakistan's Insider Threat Is Serious'

Rediff.com4 days ago

'Pakistan's is the only military-controlled nuclear weapons programme in the world.' 'As people get radicalised, the risk of a brigadier or pilot taking matters into their own hands is a real concern.'

World's Most Narcissistic Countries

World's Most Narcissistic Countries

Rediff.com6 days ago

Which countries possess populations of people with the most self-love?

Which Indian Universities Rank Among World's Best?

Which Indian Universities Rank Among World's Best?

Rediff.com5 days ago

The latest QS World University Rankings reveal that several Indian institutions, including IITs, JNU, and BITS Pilani, have secured positions among the world's top 50 in various subjects.

SIT probing Kharat gets over 50 calls reporting crimes

SIT probing Kharat gets over 50 calls reporting crimes

Rediff.com4 days ago

The Special Investigation Team (SIT) probing allegations against Ashok Kharat, a self-styled godman accused of rape, has received a surge of calls providing information and reporting alleged crimes after a public appeal.

Why We Must Listen To Lord Mahavir & His Timeless Principles

Why We Must Listen To Lord Mahavir & His Timeless Principles

Rediff.com23 hours ago

The three principles he taught in particular -- Ahimsa, Anekantavada and Aparigraha -- are as alive and necessary today as they were then. Perhaps more so.

'India's Mettle Will Be Tested In Gulf War'

'India's Mettle Will Be Tested In Gulf War'

Rediff.com1 days ago

'India's ties with Israel have to do with defence and general technology.' 'The war changes nothing in what India and Israel hope to get from the relationship.' 'It's not as though India will get significantly more benefits from Iran if India abandons Israel at this time.'

Study: Smartwatch Data Offers Scalable Way to Detect Early Diabetes Risk

Study: Smartwatch Data Offers Scalable Way to Detect Early Diabetes Risk

Rediff.com18 Mar 2026

A new study reveals a framework using smartwatch data to detect early signs of diabetes by predicting insulin resistance, potentially enabling timely lifestyle interventions.

UPI emerges as dominant payment method, drives 92% of transactions

UPI emerges as dominant payment method, drives 92% of transactions

Rediff.com5 days ago

A new report indicates that UPI has become the dominant payment method for lenders, accounting for over 90% of transactions. The report also highlights trends in investment amounts, diversification strategies, and geographic participation in peer-to-peer lending.

How AI is Deciphering the Secrets of Intricate Kolam Designs

How AI is Deciphering the Secrets of Intricate Kolam Designs

Rediff.com6 days ago

Researchers have developed an AI algorithm capable of generating intricate 'sikku' kolam patterns, traditionally drawn by hand in South India. This innovative approach transforms a cultural art form into a complex computational challenge, with potential applications in various fields.

AI Algorithm Cracks the Code of Intricate Kolam Art

AI Algorithm Cracks the Code of Intricate Kolam Art

Rediff.com6 days ago

Researchers have developed an AI algorithm capable of generating intricate 'sikku' kolam patterns, an ancient Indian art form traditionally drawn by hand. The algorithm transforms this cultural practice into a complex computational challenge with potential applications in various technical fields.

EC to publish Bengal draft electoral rolls on Tuesday

EC to publish Bengal draft electoral rolls on Tuesday

Rediff.com15 Dec 2025

The Election Commission is set to publish the draft electoral rolls for West Bengal on Tuesday following the completion of the statewide Special Intensive Revision (SIR) ahead of the 2026 assembly polls. The publication of the draft rolls will mark the end of the enumeration phase and the beginning of a far more contentious stage - claims, objections and hearings that will stretch into February 2026.

What Secrets Did Sumit Kumar Give Pakistan?

What Secrets Did Sumit Kumar Give Pakistan?

Rediff.com23 Mar 2026

Prayagraj native Sumit Kumar is suspected to have passed on sensitive information related to air force operations, including details of fighter aircraft deployment, missile systems and information concerning officers and personnel.

Iran releases Supreme Leader's video amid death rumours

Iran releases Supreme Leader's video amid death rumours

Rediff.com20 Mar 2026

In the video, the Supreme Leader can be seen teaching religious studies to a group of pupils who are listening attentively. The IRIB said that the video of Ayatollah Mojtaba Khamenei was published for the first time.

India Investigates Subsidised Paperboard Imports from China and Indonesia

India Investigates Subsidised Paperboard Imports from China and Indonesia

Rediff.com5 days ago

India has initiated a probe into imports of subsidised paperboard from China and Indonesia following complaints from domestic manufacturers. The investigation will assess the impact of these imports on the Indian paper industry and determine if anti-subsidy duties are warranted.

India Investigates Subsidised Paperboard Imports from China and Indonesia

India Investigates Subsidised Paperboard Imports from China and Indonesia

Rediff.com5 days ago

India has initiated a probe into imports of subsidised paperboard from China and Indonesia following complaints from domestic manufacturers. The investigation will assess the impact of these imports on the Indian paper industry and determine if anti-subsidy duties are warranted.

What Are The Best Yoga Asanas For Thyroid?

What Are The Best Yoga Asanas For Thyroid?

Rediff.com1 days ago

Yoga expert rediffGURU Pushpa R, founder of Radiant Yoga Vibes suggests postures and exercises to heal from thyroid, stiff neck and shoulder pain.