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Hockey: Men's reserve side set for exposure tour

Hockey: Men's reserve side set for exposure tour

Rediff.com1 Jul 2025

Hockey India on Tuesday announced a 20-member Indian men's A squad for an exposure tour to Europe which will feature eight matches from July 8 to 20.

Meet the team probing the Air India crash

Meet the team probing the Air India crash

Rediff.com13 Jul 2025

A five-member team, headed by Sanjay Kumar Singh, is probing the fatal crash of the Air India aircraft last month in Ahmedabad that killed 260 people. The Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau (AAIB) has released its preliminary report and appointed the team.

Did You Know Mukesh Sang These Songs?

Did You Know Mukesh Sang These Songs?

Rediff.com22 Jul 2025

Because of Mukesh's much-hailed association with Raj Kapoor, it is often overlooked that the singer has also scored hits with almost all major heroes. On Mukesh's 102nd birth anniversary on July 22, Dinesh Raheja recalls some of his classic songs.

Judge demanded Rs 5L to 'settle case': B'gluru techie's father

Judge demanded Rs 5L to 'settle case': B'gluru techie's father

Rediff.com13 Dec 2024

"My son used to say that there is a lot of corruption but he will fight as he is on the path of truth. He was broken from inside, though he didn't tell anyone anything," Subhash's father Pawan Kumar told ANI.

'It's A Big Day, Anything Is Possible'

'It's A Big Day, Anything Is Possible'

Rediff.com5 Aug 2025

'Many are saying that some significant announcement regarding Jammu and Kashmir or even separate statehoods might come; that possibility cannot be ruled out given today's date.'

Coming Up In June: Thug Life, Kannappa, Housefull 5

Coming Up In June: Thug Life, Kannappa, Housefull 5

Rediff.com4 Jun 2025

June's OTT line-up looks entertaining. There's a lot coming up in theatres this month too.

Pak shelling toll rises to 7 in J-K, more than 25 hurt

Pak shelling toll rises to 7 in J-K, more than 25 hurt

Rediff.com11 May 2025

The casualties were reported hours before India and Pakistan agreed to end hostilities, which soared after the Indian Armed Forces hit terror launchpads in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir earlier this week in response to the Pahalgam attack.

Nirbhaya convict Pawan Gupta's mercy plea rejected by Prez

Nirbhaya convict Pawan Gupta's mercy plea rejected by Prez

Rediff.com4 Mar 2020

Nirbhaya's father expressed hope that the convicts will be hanged this month.

Chandrababu Naidu sworn in as Andhra CM, Pawan Kalyan as minister

Chandrababu Naidu sworn in as Andhra CM, Pawan Kalyan as minister

Rediff.com12 Jun 2024

Prime Minister Narendra Modi, his cabinet colleagues Amit Shah, Nitin Gadkari, J P Nadda and several other leaders and prominent personalities were present at the ceremony.

Atul Subhash suicide: 'She kept framing charges against him'

Atul Subhash suicide: 'She kept framing charges against him'

Rediff.com11 Dec 2024

A first information report (FIR) has been filed against four people in connection with the suicide of a 34-year-old deputy general manager of a private firm, Atul Subhash, who died by suicide, accusing his wife, her family members, and a judge of harassment, extortion, and corruption.

Ceasefire: Residents in Punjab asked to resume normal life

Ceasefire: Residents in Punjab asked to resume normal life

Rediff.com11 May 2025

Calm prevailed in Punjab, especially in the border areas of the state, on Sunday morning, following an understanding between India and Pakistan to stop all firings and military actions on land, air and sea.

Missing Haryana model found dead in canal, police suspect murder

Missing Haryana model found dead in canal, police suspect murder

Rediff.com16 Jun 2025

The police are treating the case as suspected murder and are probing the role of Sheetal's 'male friend' in her death.

Pawan Kalyan to be Andhra dy CM; Naidu's son gets IT

Pawan Kalyan to be Andhra dy CM; Naidu's son gets IT

Rediff.com15 Jun 2024

The actor-turned-politician has been allotted Panchayat Raj and Rural Development, Environment, Forests, and Science and Technology portfolios.

Recipe: Say Cheers With A Mango Cocktail

Recipe: Say Cheers With A Mango Cocktail

Rediff.com31 May 2024

Raise a toast to the weekend with a mango-based cocktail.

FMCG volume growth slows to 5.1% in Q4

FMCG volume growth slows to 5.1% in Q4

Rediff.com8 May 2025

The volume growth of India's FMCG industry has slowed down in the March quarter to 5.1 per cent, driven by increased consumer purchases of small-value packs, according to the latest report from data analytics firm NielsenIQ. Volume growth is slowing across categories, and non-food segments are still outpacing food in the FMCG sector.

Op Sindoor: Defence attache says India 'lost jets'; Cong slams govt

Op Sindoor: Defence attache says India 'lost jets'; Cong slams govt

Rediff.com29 Jun 2025

The Congress on Sunday cited the reported comments of India's defence attache to Indonesia that the Indian Air Force lost fighter jets to Pakistan during Operation Sindoor and accused the government of having 'misled' the country.

People have exaggerated notions about themselves: Pawan Bansal

People have exaggerated notions about themselves: Pawan Bansal

Rediff.com14 Mar 2014

'Manish Tiwari has been trying for the Chandigarh seat since 1991, but I have never considered him a rival. If all he said the other day was targeted against me, it is unacceptable and I take strong exception to it,' former Railway minister Pawan Kumar Bansal tells Anita Katyal in an exclusive interview.

Faith trumps fear: Kin of stampede witness take holy dip at Kumbh

Faith trumps fear: Kin of stampede witness take holy dip at Kumbh

Rediff.com24 Feb 2025

Despite recent fatal stampedes at the Kumbh Mela and a Delhi railway station, pilgrims, driven by faith, continue to participate in the holy gathering in Prayagraj. Despite safety concerns, pilgrims from across India are undeterred by the tragedy and are taking the holy dip at the Triveni Sangam.

President Murmu confers 10 Kirti Chakras, 26 Shaurya Chakras

President Murmu confers 10 Kirti Chakras, 26 Shaurya Chakras

Rediff.com6 Jul 2024

Three personnel, including two of major-rank and one naib subedar, have been conferred the Kirti Chakra, the ministry said.

Dhankhar's Exit: Why RSS Won't Rock Modi's Boat

Dhankhar's Exit: Why RSS Won't Rock Modi's Boat

Rediff.com30 Jul 2025

'Modi's charisma may have weakened as last year's Lok Sabha poll results showed but in the eyes of the Sangh Parivar, it has not waned.' 'Minus a strong BJP government at the Centre for another decade and more, there is apprehension that an anti-Hindutva government could reverse many of the ideological gains that the Modi dispensation has achieved through its three terms,' points out N Sathiya Moorthy.

Atul Subhash's father: 'Is my grandson alive or dead?'

Atul Subhash's father: 'Is my grandson alive or dead?'

Rediff.com16 Dec 2024

The father of Bengaluru techie Atul Subhash, who died by suicide recently, on Sunday called for strict punishment for those who 'harassed' his son, asserting that his ashes will not be immersed till justice is served.

A Wife Weeps For Her Husband, The Hero

A Wife Weeps For Her Husband, The Hero

Rediff.com6 Jul 2024

President Droupadi Murmu on July 5, 2024 conferred 10 Kirti Chakras, including seven posthumously, to personnel of the Army and paramilitary forces for displaying indomitable courage and extraordinary valour in the line of duty.

Recipe: Chicken Tangdi

Recipe: Chicken Tangdi

Rediff.com13 Jun 2024

An appetiser or meal far tastier than tandoori chicken.

Recipe: Mutton Gilafi Kebabs

Recipe: Mutton Gilafi Kebabs

Rediff.com16 May 2024

These kebabs on skewers or a super Sunday special.

Delhi court discharges man accused of rape over contradictory chats

Delhi court discharges man accused of rape over contradictory chats

Rediff.com12 Nov 2024

The judge said the complainant was "well-educated and mature", and it was highly improbable that instead of lodging a complaint against the accused, she would decide to marry him.

'India wants goli ka jawab goli se'

'India wants goli ka jawab goli se'

Rediff.com30 Apr 2025

'If Pakistan has fired one bullet at us then we have to respond by firing 10 bullets at them. It is our right to do so.'

Two Muslim leaders quit JD-U over party's support to Waqf bill

Two Muslim leaders quit JD-U over party's support to Waqf bill

Rediff.com4 Apr 2025

Two individuals claiming to be members of the Janata Dal (United) (JD(U)) in Bihar announced their "resignation" from the party, citing dissatisfaction with its support for the Waqf (Amendment) Bill. The JD(U) denied the resignations, claiming the individuals were not party members. However, some senior JD(U) leaders have expressed discontent over the passage of the bill, which they believe is detrimental to Muslims. The controversy over the Waqf Bill is likely to influence the upcoming assembly elections in Bihar.

When India Is At War, Opposition-Government Is At Peace

When India Is At War, Opposition-Government Is At Peace

Rediff.com19 May 2025

When the country has been at war, the Opposition has buried its differences with the government, points out Aditi Phadnis.

IML: Sachin rolls back the years, Yuvraj destroys Aus

IML: Sachin rolls back the years, Yuvraj destroys Aus

Rediff.com14 Mar 2025

After being invited to bat, India Masters rode on skipper Sachin Tendulkar's 42-run knock before Yuvraj Singh's vintage hitting powered them to a daunting 220 for 7.

Railway bribery scam: CBI likely to quiz Pawan Bansal

Railway bribery scam: CBI likely to quiz Pawan Bansal

Rediff.com6 May 2013

The Central Bureau of Investigation is likely to seek clarifications from railway minister Pawan Kumar Bansal in connection with the alleged bribery scandal related to posting of suspended railway board member (staff) Mahesh Kumar involving the minister's nephew Vijay Singla.

Prez Murmu approves 80 gallantry awards, 311 other defence decorations

Prez Murmu approves 80 gallantry awards, 311 other defence decorations

Rediff.com26 Jan 2024

The Kirti Chakra awardees are Major Digvijay Singh Rawat of 21st Battalion, the Parachute Regiment (Special Forces), Major Deependra Vikram Basnet from the Sikh Regiment's fourth battalion and Havildar Pawan Kumar Yadav from the 21st battalion of the Mahar Regiment, according to the defence ministry.

Pawan Ruia gets DRI notice

Pawan Ruia gets DRI notice

Rediff.com19 Dec 2005

The directorate of revenue Intelligence has issued a show cause notice to Pawan Kumar Ruia, who had acquired public sector engineering giant Jessop & Co and ailing tyre company Dunlop India Ltd, for allegedly claiming false export benefits.

Prem Singh Tamang sworn in as Sikkim CM

Prem Singh Tamang sworn in as Sikkim CM

Rediff.com10 Jun 2024

Sikkim Krantikari Morcha (SKM) supremo Prem Singh Tamang on Monday took oath as the chief minister of the Himalayan state for the second consecutive term.

Eid Will Be Special With Salman's Sikandar

Eid Will Be Special With Salman's Sikandar

Rediff.com5 Mar 2025

Bhai returns to the big screen after 18 months.

7 killed as rain-soaked wall collapses at Andhra temple

7 killed as rain-soaked wall collapses at Andhra temple

Rediff.com1 May 2025

The wall collapsed on the Rs 300 ticket queue line near the shopping complex on the ghat road from Simhagiri Bus Stand at around 3 am. Heavy overnight rains and strong winds are suspected to have loosened the soil, causing the structure to fall, Anitha told reporters.

The Kebab Recipes Special

The Kebab Recipes Special

Rediff.com19 Jun 2024

A gourmet recipe of Shikampuri kebabs and several more for kebab preparations.

The curious case of Pawan Bansal's private secretary

The curious case of Pawan Bansal's private secretary

Rediff.com11 May 2013

While it is becoming increasingly apparent that the fortunes of sacked Railway Minister Pawan Kumar Bansal's family members improved dramatically during his tenure in the government, officials on his personal staff were not doing too badly either.

Kirti Chakra conferred to colonel killed in J-K op, 3 others

Kirti Chakra conferred to colonel killed in J-K op, 3 others

Rediff.com15 Aug 2024

Col Singh was a combat veteran and was awarded Sena Medal during his tenure as second-in-command of the 19 Rashtriya Rifles.

Punjab: Grenade attack on BJP leader's home, 2 held; ISI link suspected

Punjab: Grenade attack on BJP leader's home, 2 held; ISI link suspected

Rediff.com8 Apr 2025

A loud sound was heard at around 1 am outside Kalia's residence near Shastri Market in Jalandhar, police said, adding that no one was hurt in the incident.

Delhi stampede: Oppn slams govt, seeks Vaishnaw's resignation

Delhi stampede: Oppn slams govt, seeks Vaishnaw's resignation

Rediff.com16 Feb 2025

Opposition parties in India have demanded the resignation of Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw after a stampede at New Delhi railway station killed 18 people. They blamed the government for "gross mismanagement" and accused them of "covering up" the death toll. The stampede occurred on Saturday night as passengers rushed to board trains for the Maha Kumbh festival in Prayagraj. The Congress, the Left, Trinamool Congress, and the Rashtriya Janata Dal have all criticized the government's handling of the situation, while BJP leaders have defended the government. The incident has highlighted the failure of the Railways and the government to make adequate arrangements for the large number of devotees travelling to Prayagraj.