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Diego Maradona's childhood house transformed into soup kitchen

Diego Maradona's childhood house transformed into soup kitchen

Rediff.com31 Mar 2026

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.

'Hardik Is My...' Says Mahieka Sharma

'Hardik Is My...' Says Mahieka Sharma

Rediff.com20 Mar 2026

"I am proud of our country... I am proud of our team. They have all done such a phenomenal job. But obviously, he (Hardik Pandya) is my player of the team," said model Mahieka Sharma who walked for Designer Anamika Khanna at the Lakme Fashion Week x FDCI.

JSW Paints to buy Akzo Nobel India in Rs 8,986-crore deal

JSW Paints to buy Akzo Nobel India in Rs 8,986-crore deal

Rediff.com27 Jun 2025

JSW Paints, part of $23 billion JSW Group, on Friday said it will acquire majority controlling stake in Akzo Nobel India Ltd (ANIL), the maker of Dulux paints, for Rs 8,986 crore. It will acquire 74.76 per cent stake from its Dutch promoters/holding entities -- namely Imperial Chemical Industries and Akzo Nobel Coatings International BV -- for a consideration of Rs 8,986 crore, according to a statement from the JSW Group firm.

13 killed, 21 injured in blast at Vedanta power plant in Chhattisgarh

13 killed, 21 injured in blast at Vedanta power plant in Chhattisgarh

Rediff.com15 Apr 2026

A boiler explosion at a power plant in Chhattisgarh's Sakti district resulted in nine fatalities and fifteen injuries, prompting rescue operations and a government investigation.

Priyamani Has A Treasure Trove Of...

Priyamani Has A Treasure Trove Of...

Rediff.com16 Mar 2026

If there's one star who truly embodies the spirit of the full on desi girl, it's Priyamani.

Why Did Uorfi Show Up Dressed In Bottle Caps?

Why Did Uorfi Show Up Dressed In Bottle Caps?

Rediff.com24 Mar 2026

Lights, glamour and a whole lot of drama! The HELLO! Hall of Fame Awards brought together the biggest names across film, fashion, business and beyond.

Sensex, Nifty Recover to Close Higher Amidst Rupee Rebound

Sensex, Nifty Recover to Close Higher Amidst Rupee Rebound

Rediff.com2 Apr 2026

Indian stock markets recovered from early losses to close higher, driven by value buying in IT and banking shares and a rebound in the rupee.

Congress Protests After Statues of Kakori Martyrs Demolished in India

Congress Protests After Statues of Kakori Martyrs Demolished in India

Rediff.com27 Mar 2026

Congress workers protested and performed a purification ritual after statues of Kakori incident martyrs were allegedly demolished and dumped in Shahjahanpur, India, sparking outrage and demands for an investigation.

LA28 Unveils Floral 'Superbloom' Identity for 2028 Olympics

LA28 Unveils Floral 'Superbloom' Identity for 2028 Olympics

Rediff.com24 Mar 2026

LA28 organisers unveil a floral-themed 'Superbloom' visual identity for the 2028 Olympics and Paralympics, inspired by Los Angeles' culture, landscape and iconic Bird of Paradise.

'Not the ending I planned': Oracle's mass layoffs spark online angst

'Not the ending I planned': Oracle's mass layoffs spark online angst

Rediff.com1 Apr 2026

Oracle Corporation has reportedly laid off thousands of employees globally, including a significant number in India, with affected individuals receiving early morning termination emails and immediate laptop lockouts, despite the company posting record quarterly revenues of $17.2 billion.

Paint major Berger's palette finds contrast in a washed-out quarter

Paint major Berger's palette finds contrast in a washed-out quarter

Rediff.com26 May 2025

Listed paint majors posted another lacklustre showing in the January-March quarter (Q4) of 2024-25 (FY25), with average revenue growth under 3 per cent. Sales were weighed down by Asian Paints - the market leader and the only major to report a year-on-year (Y-o-Y) decline.

World Health Day 2026: Indoor Plants That Help You Stay Healthy

World Health Day 2026: Indoor Plants That Help You Stay Healthy

Rediff.com7 Apr 2026

On World Health Day 2026, discover plants that improve health naturally, boost immunity, purify air and enhance well-being. Do read the simple gardening tips as well.

Stock Market Today March 24, 2026: Sensex, Nifty50 Surge on US-Iran Relief

Stock Market Today March 24, 2026: Sensex, Nifty50 Surge on US-Iran Relief

Rediff.com24 Mar 2026

Indian markets on Dalal Street rallied sharply as easing tensions in the US-Iran conflict and stable oil prices boosted sentiment. Track Nifty 50 and BSE Sensex performance and key global triggers.

What Husain Painting's Record Sale Will Fund

What Husain Painting's Record Sale Will Fund

Rediff.com21 Mar 2025

Proceeds from the sale will support the training of future generations of doctors at the Oslo University Hospital. The fascinating story behind the Husain painting which set a new record for modern Indian art.

RIL sells 85 lakh shares of Asian Paints for Rs 1,876 cr

RIL sells 85 lakh shares of Asian Paints for Rs 1,876 cr

Rediff.com17 Jun 2025

Billionaire Mukesh Ambani-led Reliance Industries on Monday sold 85 lakh shares of Asian Paints for Rs 1,876 crore through an open market transaction.

Vaazha 2 Review: An Improved, Crowd-Pleasing Sequel That Hits All the Right Notes

Vaazha 2 Review: An Improved, Crowd-Pleasing Sequel That Hits All the Right Notes

Rediff.com4 Apr 2026

Vaazha 2 grows beyond the shadow of its predecessor by refining its tone, strengthening its themes and delivering more assured emotional beats and performances, notes Sreeju Sudhakaran.

Will Trump Attend Islamabad Peace Talks?

Will Trump Attend Islamabad Peace Talks?

Rediff.com15 Apr 2026

The intriguing bit is that Trump is likely to attend the talks in Islamabad this weekend -- if he does, it will be the clearest signal yet that the US is ready to exit the war with some sort of win to show, since he cannot afford to go for the talks and return empty-handed, notes Prem Panicker in his must read blog on the Iran War

PM Modi to Launch Semiconductor Plant, Development Projects in Gujarat

PM Modi to Launch Semiconductor Plant, Development Projects in Gujarat

Rediff.com30 Mar 2026

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to inaugurate a semiconductor plant in Sanand, Gujarat, and launch multiple development projects worth over Rs 20,000 crore, marking a significant boost to India's semiconductor industry and infrastructure.

Thailand: Always A Place To Return To

Thailand: Always A Place To Return To

Rediff.com7 Apr 2026

Discovering the stunning land of breathtaking temples.

IAF Unleashes Firepower At Pokhran

IAF Unleashes Firepower At Pokhran

Rediff.com28 Mar 2026

Glimpses from Vayu Shakti 2026 highlight India's aerial might and combat readiness. From sonic booms to precision strikes, the Indian Air Force showcased its full-spectrum capabilities over Rajasthan skies.

Galentine's Day: What To Wear Based On Your Girl Gang Plans

Galentine's Day: What To Wear Based On Your Girl Gang Plans

Rediff.com13 Feb 2026

If Valentine's is for couples, Galentine Day's is for the girls who make life actually fun.

US-Iran: The Weekend Has Left The World In A More Dangerous Place

US-Iran: The Weekend Has Left The World In A More Dangerous Place

Rediff.com13 Apr 2026

The ceasefire is still technically holding, to the extent that no overt hostilities have been reported yet, but the rhetoric has hardened dangerously. The week ahead will also clarify whether the Islamabad failure was a negotiating tactic or whether Washington has genuinely locked itself into a position from which the only exits are climb-down, escalation, or the slow bleed of a new status quo that nobody chose and nobody controls. Prem Panicker continues his must read blog on the Iran War.

Stock Markets Today March 9, 2026: Sensex crashed 2346 points

Stock Markets Today March 9, 2026: Sensex crashed 2346 points

Rediff.com9 Mar 2026

Indian stock market benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty experienced a significant drop in early trade due to rising crude oil prices, bearish global market trends, and continuous foreign fund outflows.

Fans Turn Up Heat Ahead of India-Pakistan Clash in Colombo

Fans Turn Up Heat Ahead of India-Pakistan Clash in Colombo

Rediff.com15 Feb 2026

Fans gather in huge numbers at Colombo's R Premadasa Stadium ahead of the India-Pakistan T20 World Cup 2026 clash, with confidence and emotions running high on both sides.

Step Inside Keerthy Suresh's Beautiful Home

Step Inside Keerthy Suresh's Beautiful Home

Rediff.com12 Feb 2026

Keerthy Suresh and Anthony Thattil share a lovely home in beautiful Kochi.

Stock markets on March 10, 2026: Sensex jumped 640 points

Stock markets on March 10, 2026: Sensex jumped 640 points

Rediff.com10 Mar 2026

Indian stock market benchmarks Sensex and Nifty rebounded strongly after a two-day decline, driven by falling crude oil prices and positive global cues amid hopes of de-escalation in the Middle East.

Sensex reclaims 84K-mark; Nifty ends up 174 points

Sensex reclaims 84K-mark; Nifty ends up 174 points

Rediff.com9 Feb 2026

Benchmark equity indices Sensex and Nifty extended their gains for the second straight session on Monday, driven by optimism over the India-US trade deal and robust buying in public sector banks, consumer durables, and realty stocks.

Aspirants Season 3 Review: Engaging Drama

Aspirants Season 3 Review: Engaging Drama

Rediff.com21 Mar 2026

Aspirants Season 3 thrives on its character-driven moments and good performances, but is let down by uneven writing and a diluted focus on its breakout character, observes Sreeju Sudhakaran.

Nail Style: Acrylic or Overlay Gel Nails?

Nail Style: Acrylic or Overlay Gel Nails?

Rediff.com13 Mar 2026

Acrylic nails have long had a reputation. They are glamorous, long-lasting, but notorious for making your natural nails thin, brittle and painfully sensitive.

Sonam's STYLISH Maternity Diary!

Sonam's STYLISH Maternity Diary!

Rediff.com26 Feb 2026

Looking at the gorgeous mama-to-be who's been keeping it stylish throughout her second pregnancy.

Stock Market Today: Sensex, Nifty suffer major meltdown as West Asia crisis intensifies

Stock Market Today: Sensex, Nifty suffer major meltdown as West Asia crisis intensifies

Rediff.com2 Mar 2026

Indian benchmark equity indices Sensex and Nifty experienced a significant crash in early trade, triggered by a sharp increase in crude oil prices and escalating tensions in the Middle East.

Grasim: Investors bet on paints, ignore weakness in core biz

Grasim: Investors bet on paints, ignore weakness in core biz

Rediff.com18 Jun 2025

The AV Birla group flagship Grasim Industries has been an outperformer on the bourses. The company's stock price is up 56.5 per cent in the last

Stock Market Today Feb 26, 2026: Sensex, Nifty End Mixed In Volatile Trade

Stock Market Today Feb 26, 2026: Sensex, Nifty End Mixed In Volatile Trade

Rediff.com26 Feb 2026

Indian equity markets experienced a volatile trading day, with the Sensex and Nifty closing almost flat. Market sentiment was influenced by global cues, US-Iran talks, and profit-booking activities.

'Light Of My Life': Kohli Ushers In New Year With Anushka

'Light Of My Life': Kohli Ushers In New Year With Anushka

Rediff.com1 Jan 2026

Virat Kohli ushered in the new year with wife Anushka Sharma as the couple posted a heartwarming picture on social media.

Sensex jumps 650 points on buying in power, banking stocks

Sensex jumps 650 points on buying in power, banking stocks

Rediff.com16 Feb 2026

Equity benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty rebounded sharply by nearly 1 per cent on Monday, driven by strong buying in power, banking, and financial stocks.

Sensex closed 283 points higher on buying in bank, metal shares

Sensex closed 283 points higher on buying in bank, metal shares

Rediff.com18 Feb 2026

Benchmark equity indices Sensex and Nifty extended their gains for the third straight session on Wednesday, driven by last-hour buying in bank, metal, and FMCG shares.

Not Asian Paints, Berger and Indigo Paints may shine in H2FY25, says Nuvama

Not Asian Paints, Berger and Indigo Paints may shine in H2FY25, says Nuvama

Rediff.com19 Dec 2024

The paint sector is seeing heightened competition with the entry of deep-pocketed groups like Aditya Birla and JSW. However, some brokerages see an opportunity in select stocks.

Sensex bounces back on buying in metal, bank stocks

Sensex bounces back on buying in metal, bank stocks

Rediff.com27 Jan 2026

Equity benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty ended higher in highly volatile trade on Tuesday, buoyed by heavy buying in bank and metal stocks, a firm trend in global markets and optimism over India-EU FTA. The 30-share BSE Sensex climbed 319.78 points, or 0.39 per cent, to settle at 81,857.48.

'Personal Milestones Mean Nothing': Gambhir After T20 WC Win

'Personal Milestones Mean Nothing': Gambhir After T20 WC Win

Rediff.com9 Mar 2026

Gautam Gambhir says individual milestones don't matter and urges focus on trophies after India's T20 World Cup triumph over New Zealand.

What Sushma Seth, 89, Is Doing These Days

What Sushma Seth, 89, Is Doing These Days

Rediff.com24 Feb 2026

'Despite acting in some 100 films and television plays, people still remember the daadi of Hum Log.'