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Tejaswin Shankar cleared to compete at Commonwealth Games

Tejaswin Shankar cleared to compete at Commonwealth Games

Rediff.com22 Jul 2022

IOA has now got confirmation from the Commonwealth Games Federation (CGF) and Birmingham CWG organisers about acceptance of his entry after a Delegate Registration Meeting (DRM).

SC fines man with Rs 4.54 cr for cutting over 400 trees

SC fines man with Rs 4.54 cr for cutting over 400 trees

Rediff.com26 Mar 2025

A bench of Justices Abhay S Oka and Ujjal Bhuyan made the observation while rejecting the plea of a man who had chopped down 454 trees in the protected Taj Trapezium Zone.

How Much Was Sunny Paid For Jaat?

How Much Was Sunny Paid For Jaat?

Rediff.com10 Apr 2025

... hold your breath... Rs 50 crore...

Raj Kapoor@100: The Essential RK Playlist

Raj Kapoor@100: The Essential RK Playlist

Rediff.com14 Dec 2024

Sukanya Verma remembers some of his greatest solo numbers in our fondly curated playlist.

Only 1 of 4 named: Cong slams govt over skewed delegation picks

Only 1 of 4 named: Cong slams govt over skewed delegation picks

Rediff.com18 May 2025

The opposition party, however, said the four eminent Congress MPs and leaders who have been included at the instance of the Modi government will, of course, go with the delegations and make their contributions.

What's ailing CSK? Coach Fleming reviews another loss

What's ailing CSK? Coach Fleming reviews another loss

Rediff.com6 Apr 2025

The defeat mirrored Chennai's previous two matches, where they also scored less than eight runs per over in the powerplay.

Asian Athletics: India win gold in mixed relay; Rupal, Pooja win silver

Asian Athletics: India win gold in mixed relay; Rupal, Pooja win silver

Rediff.com29 May 2025

In other results, Vishal Thennarasu Kayalvizhi ran a personal best of 45.57s in the men's 400m but that could only fetch him a fourth-place finish.

UP man fakes kidnapping for cash, dad pays for bail

UP man fakes kidnapping for cash, dad pays for bail

Rediff.com13 Mar 2025

A 28-year-old man was arrested in Pune, Maharashtra for faking his own abduction to extort money from his father. Pradeep Chauhan sent a message to his father claiming he had been kidnapped and then switched off his phone. His father, Rama Shankar Chauhan, reported the matter to the police, who traced Pradeep's location to Pune. Pradeep admitted to faking the kidnapping and was arrested. He was granted bail after his father pleaded for his release.

15 Immortal Manoj Kumar Songs

15 Immortal Manoj Kumar Songs

Rediff.com4 Apr 2025

Manoj Kumar's musical imprints are as deep as his cinematic ones.

Pawan Kalyan's son injured in fire at Singapore school

Pawan Kalyan's son injured in fire at Singapore school

Rediff.com8 Apr 2025

The incident caused burns to Mark Shankar's hands and legs, while smoke inhalation also affected his lungs and he is currently receiving treatment in a hospital there, Janasena Party said in a press release.

Why I Love Warren Buffet. It's Not What You Think

Why I Love Warren Buffet. It's Not What You Think

Rediff.com12 May 2025

'He has been one of the clearest thinkers in the history of business.'

Can Dhoni's CSK end KKR's run for play-offs race?

Can Dhoni's CSK end KKR's run for play-offs race?

Rediff.com6 May 2025

While it's a do-or-die game for KKR, who must win all their remaining three matches to stay in playoffs contention, the match will be more about celebrating Dhoni's legacy than the result.

Op Sindoor: Diplomatic missions push for decisive anti-terror action

Op Sindoor: Diplomatic missions push for decisive anti-terror action

Rediff.com30 May 2025

All-party parliamentary delegations on Friday met leaders and diplomats from several countries to galvanise international action against terrorists and decisively counter the tactics of those who perpetrate, support and sponsor cross-border terror activities against India.

Enraged over pay cut, Pune driver set afire vehicle using benzene: Police

Enraged over pay cut, Pune driver set afire vehicle using benzene: Police

Rediff.com20 Mar 2025

A disgruntled driver allegedly set a minibus on fire near Pune, killing four employees and injuring ten others. The driver, Janardan Hambardekar, was angry after his salary was cut and procured benzene to start the fire. He is currently hospitalized and will be arrested later.

Gulveer wins gold in men's 10000m at Asian Athletics

Gulveer wins gold in men's 10000m at Asian Athletics

Rediff.com27 May 2025

Gulveer Singh clocked 28 minute 38.63 seconds to win the gold to claim the gold medal in the men's 10,000m race at the Asian Athletics Championships.

Embattled CSK host erratic Punjab, eye turnaround

Embattled CSK host erratic Punjab, eye turnaround

Rediff.com29 Apr 2025

Struggling CSK look to turn around fortunes against PBKS

Ravi Shankar Prasad, Harsh Vardhan disassociate from Bidhuri's remarks

Ravi Shankar Prasad, Harsh Vardhan disassociate from Bidhuri's remarks

Rediff.com22 Sep 2023

Bharatiya Janata Party MP Harsh Vardhan on Friday alleged that some people with vested interest have 'dragged' his name into a row over certain objectionable remarks made by his party colleague Ramesh Bidhuri in the Lok Sabha.

Can CSK Spin Their Way To 6th IPL Title?

Can CSK Spin Their Way To 6th IPL Title?

Rediff.com20 Mar 2025

Five-time IPL champions Chennai Super Kings have no paucity of talent to excel in IPL 2025, especially in home conditions.

Delegations firm on terror: World must eradicate this scourge

Delegations firm on terror: World must eradicate this scourge

Rediff.com2 Jun 2025

All-party parliamentary delegations on Monday met with the leaders of several countries and highlighted India's resolve to combat terrorism, which they stressed must be eradicated in the interests of all humanity.

India briefs foreign envoys on Pahalgam attack for 2nd straight day

India briefs foreign envoys on Pahalgam attack for 2nd straight day

Rediff.com26 Apr 2025

India briefed envoys of around 45 nations on the Pahalgam terror attack and its link to cross-border terrorism. The envoys were briefed in two batches by senior officials of the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA). India also announced punitive measures against Pakistan, including expulsion of Pakistani military attaches, suspension of the Indus Water Treaty of 1960 and immediate shutting down of the Attari land-transit post. Pakistan responded by shutting its airspace to all Indian airlines and suspending trade with New Delhi.

'Indian Idol Has Changed My Life'

'Indian Idol Has Changed My Life'

Rediff.com10 Apr 2025

'Shreya (Ghoshal) ma'am said she hasn't heard a voice like mine before, and added that even in the future, there won't be another voice like mine.'

India to send multi-party delegations for diplomatic outreach

India to send multi-party delegations for diplomatic outreach

Rediff.com16 May 2025

The diplomatic exercise aimed at presenting India's stance against Pakistan on terror comes in the wake of Operation Sindoor -- the Indian offensive against terror camps in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir following the April 22 terror attack in Pahalgam in which 26 people, mostly tourists, were killed.

Who Says India Is Friendless?

Who Says India Is Friendless?

Rediff.com7 Jun 2025

The reality is that far from being friendless, India is better positioned in the world than at any point post-Cold War, asserts Shekhar Gupta.

Listen to your conscience: Cong to party MPs picked by govt

Listen to your conscience: Cong to party MPs picked by govt

Rediff.com18 May 2025

The Congress on Sunday said it was not stopping anyone from being part of diplomatic delegations to be sent to various countries following Operation Sindoor and that its leaders who have been named at the instance of the government must listen to their conscience and contribute to the exercise.

Zaara, Jiya, Mrunal Flirt With...

Zaara, Jiya, Mrunal Flirt With...

Rediff.com7 Jan 2025

Flirty ruffled outfits can transforming even the simplest look into a glamorous one.

Coach Fleming takes the blame for CSK's poor show

Coach Fleming takes the blame for CSK's poor show

Rediff.com26 Apr 2025

CSK's template of going for the tried and tested players has backfired, as a result of which the team is languishing at the bottom of the IPL 2025 points table, having lost seven out of nine games.

Govt picks Tharoor to lead Op Sindoor delegation to US; Cong fumes

Govt picks Tharoor to lead Op Sindoor delegation to US; Cong fumes

Rediff.com17 May 2025

The government will send seven all-party delegations to key partner countries, including members of the United Nations Security Council, later this month to convey India's message of zero tolerance against terrorism following the Pahalgam terror attack and Operation Sindoor.

Depleted MI face stiff task against spin-heavy CSK

Depleted MI face stiff task against spin-heavy CSK

Rediff.com22 Mar 2025

Chennai Super Kings will lean on their formidable spin strength under favourable conditions at the Chepauk as well as recent record against Mumbai Indians sans Jasprit Bumrah and Hardik Pandya, when the two sides face each other in their Indian Premier League campaign opener in Chennai on Sunday.

CSK, SRH fight for IPL survival in Chepauk

CSK, SRH fight for IPL survival in Chepauk

Rediff.com24 Apr 2025

Chennai Super Kings (CSK) and Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) will face off in a crucial Indian Premier League (IPL) match on Friday, both teams desperate for a win to keep their playoff hopes alive.

Swiss Open: Sidhu ousted; Srikanth, Isharani advance

Swiss Open: Sidhu ousted; Srikanth, Isharani advance

Rediff.com19 Mar 2025

This is Sindhu's third consecutive first round loss.

'Narine and Chakravarthy are amazing spinners'

'Narine and Chakravarthy are amazing spinners'

Rediff.com12 Apr 2025

Sunil Narine was the pick of the Kolkata Knight Riders bowlers, snapping three wickets and conceding just 13 runs in his spell of four overs. He did well with the bat too, scoring 44 runs from 18 balls, which included five maximums and two boundaries.

RCB eye edge in play-offs race, CSK an elusive win

RCB eye edge in play-offs race, CSK an elusive win

Rediff.com2 May 2025

Kohli has constructed a mini hot streak, making four fifties in his last five innings and pushing for Orange Cap with 443 runs.

AI peeing case: Accused Shankar Mishra moves court for bail

AI peeing case: Accused Shankar Mishra moves court for bail

Rediff.com25 Jan 2023

Mishra, currently in judicial custody, moved an appeal before a sessions court against an order passed by a magisterial court that had denied him bail on January 11.

UP court summons Rahul over remarks on Army

UP court summons Rahul over remarks on Army

Rediff.com12 Feb 2025

Earlier, on behalf of Uday Shankar Srivastava, former director of Border Roads Organisation -- a rank equivalent to that of a colonel in the army -- lawyer Vivek Tiwari had filed a defamation complaint against Gandhi.

The Songs To Last A Lifetime

The Songs To Last A Lifetime

Rediff.com13 Dec 2024

A great admirer of Raj Kapoor's film songs, senior journalist Rajdeep Sardesai says his all-time Raj Kapoor favourite song is the magical duet Pyar Hua Iqrar Hua.

Govt names 51 leaders to visit 33 world capitals, drops 3 from Cong list

Govt names 51 leaders to visit 33 world capitals, drops 3 from Cong list

Rediff.com18 May 2025

The delegations led by Baijayant Panda, Ravi Shankar Prasad (both Bharatiya Janata Party), Sanjay Kumar Jha (Janata Dal-United), Shrikant Shinde (Shiv Sena), Shashi Tharoor (Congress), Kanimozhi (Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam) and Supriya Sule (Nationalist Congress Party-Sharad Pawar) will visit a total of 32 countries and the EU headquarters in Brussels, Belgium.

'When Your Tapasya Is Successful, You Feel Very Good'

'When Your Tapasya Is Successful, You Feel Very Good'

Rediff.com29 Apr 2025

It was a beautiful Monday for many film folk, as they were conferred with Padma Awards at the Rashtrapati Bhavan by President Droupadi Murmu.

Holi celebrated at reopened Sambhal temple after 46 years

Holi celebrated at reopened Sambhal temple after 46 years

Rediff.com13 Mar 2025

Devotees celebrated Holi at the Kartikeya Mahadev Temple in Khaggu Sarai, Sambhal, Uttar Pradesh for the first time in 46 years. The temple, which was reopened last December after being closed since 1978, saw enthusiastic participation from social and Hindu organisations. The event was held under tight security following communal violence in the area in 2024.

Tharoor in diplomatic delegation: Cong accuses govt of playing politics

Tharoor in diplomatic delegation: Cong accuses govt of playing politics

Rediff.com17 May 2025

The opposition party's attack came after Shashi Tharoor, not part of the four leaders nominated by the Congress, was named as the head of a delegation to key partner countries to convey India's message of zero tolerance against terrorism following Operation Sindoor.

'If Pushpa Is Celebrated, Sangeet Manapmaan Must Be Watched Too'

'If Pushpa Is Celebrated, Sangeet Manapmaan Must Be Watched Too'

Rediff.com26 Dec 2024

'It pains me when Marathi film-makers come to me and say that Marathi cinema is not getting the right platform.'