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Hormuz Tensions Put India At Heart Of US Strategy

Hormuz Tensions Put India At Heart Of US Strategy

Rediff.com1 days ago

Delhi should keep all its options open in what is essentially a transitional period in the geopolitics of energy rather than remain a gatekeeper serving Trump's 'America First', suggests Ambasssador M K Bhadrakumar.

Delhi HC: Acquittal Upheld in POCSO Case Due to Lack of Age Proof

Delhi HC: Acquittal Upheld in POCSO Case Due to Lack of Age Proof

Rediff.com4 days ago

The Delhi High Court has upheld the acquittal of a man accused of kidnapping and raping a minor, stating that a horoscope and vaccination card are insufficient proof of age for prosecution under the POCSO Act.

UPI and Card Payments Simplify Customs Duty on ICEGATE

UPI and Card Payments Simplify Customs Duty on ICEGATE

Rediff.com5 days ago

The Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs (CBIC) has enabled UPI, debit, and credit card payments for Customs duty on the ICEGATE portal, enhancing ease of doing business for importers and exporters.

Imran Khan Has 'No Interest In Playing A Hairy Angry Man Covered In Blood'

Imran Khan Has 'No Interest In Playing A Hairy Angry Man Covered In Blood'

Rediff.com4 days ago

Imran Khan discusses his return to acting, his views on the current trend of violent films, and his upcoming project Adhure Hum Adhure Tum.

Brace Yourself For Border 2 On OTT!

Brace Yourself For Border 2 On OTT!

Rediff.com20 Mar 2026

Brace yourself for Sunny Deol's roaring patriotism and more on OTT this week, as Sukanya Verma lists your choices.

Gurugram Yoga Teacher Blackmail Case: Wife Arrested Taking Extortion Money

Gurugram Yoga Teacher Blackmail Case: Wife Arrested Taking Extortion Money

Rediff.com5 days ago

The wife of a yoga teacher in Gurugram has been arrested for allegedly accepting extortion money from a woman who was blackmailed by the couple using an objectionable video filmed during yoga sessions.

CoinDCX Founders Held Over Cryptocurrency Investment Fraud Allegations

CoinDCX Founders Held Over Cryptocurrency Investment Fraud Allegations

Rediff.com23 Mar 2026

Two co-founders of the cryptocurrency exchange platform CoinDCX have been arrested by Thane police in connection with an alleged fraud of Rs 71.6 lakh. The arrests follow an FIR filed against the founders for cheating, criminal breach of trust, and fraud.

Karnataka Swimmers Shine at Khelo India Tribal Games

Karnataka Swimmers Shine at Khelo India Tribal Games

Rediff.com5 days ago

Karnataka's swimming team dominated the opening day of the Khelo India Tribal Games, securing five gold medals, with Dhoneesh N and Mehanjali leading the charge.

Karnataka Lead Medal Tally at Khelo India Tribal Games

Karnataka Lead Medal Tally at Khelo India Tribal Games

Rediff.com3 days ago

Karnataka continues to lead the medal tally at the Khelo India Tribal Games, driven by swimming success, while Chhattisgarh achieves its best performance.

The Actor Who Plays The Most Special Role In Dhurandhar The Revenge

The Actor Who Plays The Most Special Role In Dhurandhar The Revenge

Rediff.com6 days ago

Ahida Sarmai, a special child with Down's Syndrome, makes her own space among Dhurandhar's biggest stars.

Dhurandhar The Revenge Breaks All Box Office Records

Dhurandhar The Revenge Breaks All Box Office Records

Rediff.com20 Mar 2026

Dhurandhar The Revenge has already broken the biggest ever opening record for a film in a single language.

The Story Behind Kritika Kamra's Chanderi Wedding Sari

The Story Behind Kritika Kamra's Chanderi Wedding Sari

Rediff.com12 Mar 2026

Kritika Kamra talks about her own brand -- Cinnabar from where she picked her red Chanderi wedding sari.

Manikanta L and Anjali Munda Dominate Khelo India Tribal Games

Manikanta L and Anjali Munda Dominate Khelo India Tribal Games

Rediff.com4 days ago

Karnataka's Manikanta L completed a hat-trick of gold medals in swimming, while Odisha's Anjali Munda secured her second gold at the Khelo India Tribal Games. Assam and Mizoram also secured gold medals in weightlifting.

Dhurandhar The Revenge Scores Rs 500 crore, Makes History

Dhurandhar The Revenge Scores Rs 500 crore, Makes History

Rediff.com6 days ago

Aditya Dhar's Dhurandhar The Revenge has shattered box office records by becoming the fastest film to enter the prestigious Rs 500 crore club in just five days, setting an unprecedented benchmark in Indian cinema.

Delhi Budget 2026-27 Focuses on Social Welfare, Launches 'Vayo Anand' Scheme

Delhi Budget 2026-27 Focuses on Social Welfare, Launches 'Vayo Anand' Scheme

Rediff.com6 days ago

The Delhi government's 2026-27 budget prioritises social welfare, introducing the 'Vayo Anand' scheme for senior citizens' recreational activities and constructing an integrated complex for children in juvenile reform homes.

Dhurandhar The Revenge: The Tamil Review

Dhurandhar The Revenge: The Tamil Review

Rediff.com3 days ago

The English subtitles in Dhurandhar The Revenge don't get it right, and at regular intervals, the sub-titles and the Tamil dialogues are saying different things. Those in the audience, who know both languages, can be heard laughing at each blunder, observes A Ganesh Nadar.

HDFC Bank CEO: 'We Requested Chakraborty To Spell Out The Issues'

HDFC Bank CEO: 'We Requested Chakraborty To Spell Out The Issues'

Rediff.com15 hours ago

'When there is such an elaborate and a strong process, one would have expected anyone to either place the issues so that they can be addressed or go to the regulator and probably tell them rather than creating a kind of uncertainty for the stakeholders.

Gold ETF Investors Face Sharp Losses

Gold ETF Investors Face Sharp Losses

Rediff.com5 days ago

Analysts say long-term investors may still benefit, but recommend limiting bullion exposure to around 10 per cent.

'Dhurandhar The Revenge Is A Monumental Masterpiece'

'Dhurandhar The Revenge Is A Monumental Masterpiece'

Rediff.com19 Mar 2026

'Both Dhurandhar films in the spy universe have carved out legendary benchmarks for Indian cinema, and they'll be studied for generations across the globe.'

Rupee on March 24, 2026: Rupee Declines as Dollar Strengthens and Crude Prices Rise

Rupee on March 24, 2026: Rupee Declines as Dollar Strengthens and Crude Prices Rise

Rediff.com6 days ago

The Indian rupee weakened against the US dollar due to a strengthening dollar, high crude oil prices, and foreign fund outflows amid geopolitical uncertainties.

Audi to rework India strategy as EU FTA may slash import duty on luxury cars to 10%

Audi to rework India strategy as EU FTA may slash import duty on luxury cars to 10%

Rediff.com4 days ago

German carmaker Audi plans to reassess and adjust its product launch strategy in India once the specific details of import duty reductions under the India-EU free trade agreement (FTA) become clear, according to Balbir Singh Dhillon, the brand's director in India.

Should Karnataka Students Clean Schools? Assembly Debates Hygiene vs. Child Rights

Should Karnataka Students Clean Schools? Assembly Debates Hygiene vs. Child Rights

Rediff.com5 days ago

The Karnataka Legislative Assembly debated whether students should be encouraged to clean school premises to improve their hygiene habits, raising questions about child rights and skill development.

How AI is Transforming India's Telecom Sector, According to TRAI

How AI is Transforming India's Telecom Sector, According to TRAI

Rediff.com7 days ago

TRAI Chairman Anil Kumar Lahoti highlights the increasing importance of Artificial Intelligence in the design, management, and experience of telecom networks in India, noting its role in self-optimising networks, cybersecurity, and preparing for 6G technology.

Ananya, Sanya, Deepika Make Summer Look Super HOT

Ananya, Sanya, Deepika Make Summer Look Super HOT

Rediff.com6 days ago

Sukanya Verma shows you how you can rock the dreamy white shade in all its stylish avatars to survive the scorching heat.

Phew! India Secures Month-Long LPG Supply

Phew! India Secures Month-Long LPG Supply

Rediff.com3 days ago

Around one full month of supply is firmly arranged with additional procurement being continuously finalised, and oil companies are successfully delivering over 5 million cylinders every day.

9 TN cops convicted in 2020 father-son custodial death case

9 TN cops convicted in 2020 father-son custodial death case

Rediff.com7 days ago

A local court in Madurai has found all nine accused policemen guilty in the 2020 Sathankulam custodial deaths case, where a father and son died following alleged torture.

What Secrets Did Sumit Kumar Give Pakistan?

What Secrets Did Sumit Kumar Give Pakistan?

Rediff.com7 days ago

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.

Powerica IPO Sees Slow Start, Subscribed 1% on Opening Day

Powerica IPO Sees Slow Start, Subscribed 1% on Opening Day

Rediff.com6 days ago

The Powerica Limited IPO opened on March 24, 2026, with muted Day 1 subscription. Check latest GMP, price band, lot size, issue details, and investor response.

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

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

Rediff.com23 hours 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.'

Why I Want Iran To Win

Why I Want Iran To Win

Rediff.com2 days ago

For that to happen America does not have to lose. It only has to do the right thing, asserts Aakar Patel.

How Delhi Police Busted an International Arms Trafficking Syndicate

How Delhi Police Busted an International Arms Trafficking Syndicate

Rediff.com5 days ago

Delhi Police dismantled a major international arms trafficking module with links to Pakistan, Nepal, and Bangladesh, arresting 10 operatives and recovering a cache of foreign-made weapons.

Salim Khan's 1st Appearance On Eid After Hospital Stay

Salim Khan's 1st Appearance On Eid After Hospital Stay

Rediff.com7 days ago

Salim Khan, after a recent hospital stay, delighted fans by making a public appearance alongside son Salman Khan to celebrate Eid.

The Bow Wow Special Bollywood Quiz

The Bow Wow Special Bollywood Quiz

Rediff.com12 Mar 2026

Sukanya Verma quizzes you to find out just how much you know about the movies.

PSU stakes can go below 51% with a golden share' shield

PSU stakes can go below 51% with a golden share' shield

Rediff.com5 days ago

The Parliamentary Standing Committee on Finance has asked the finance ministry to spell out a clear legal strategy, including options such as a "golden share" or indirect control structures, to maintain strategic oversight in public sector entities if state ownership falls below 51 per cent.

India Can Lead in Technology Diffusion to Reach Millions, Says Wadhwani Foundation CEO

India Can Lead in Technology Diffusion to Reach Millions, Says Wadhwani Foundation CEO

Rediff.com4 days ago

Ajay Kela, CEO of Wadhwani Foundation, highlights India's significant opportunity to lead in the diffusion of technology, creating national-scale use cases that reach millions of end-users. He also discusses the role of deep-tech startups and SMEs in job creation and the importance of upskilling initiatives.

'Every Time I Watch Ranveer Singh On Screen, It's Surprising...'

'Every Time I Watch Ranveer Singh On Screen, It's Surprising...'

Rediff.com4 days ago

'In culture, patriotism and modernity, the dream of a developed India, you see the pulsating energy of a New India.'

'Munir Likely Made The Case To Trump That Pakistan Can Be A Useful Mediator'

'Munir Likely Made The Case To Trump That Pakistan Can Be A Useful Mediator'

Rediff.com4 days ago

'The White House lunch that Trump hosted for Munir last year came just after Munir returned from a visit to Iran, at a moment when Israel and Iran were at war.' 'Trump said after that lunch that the Pakistanis know Iran very well. He likely views Munir as a useful interlocutor that can give helpful insights on Iran.'

Centre Cracks Down on GLP-1 Drug Misuse

Centre Cracks Down on GLP-1 Drug Misuse

Rediff.com5 days ago

Inspections conducted across 49 entities including pharmacies, wholesalers, and clinics to detect violations and misleading marketing practices.

When Pakistan Bombed Kabul Hospital

When Pakistan Bombed Kabul Hospital

Rediff.com17 Mar 2026

Pakistani airstrikes targeted Kabul, Afghanistan on March 16-17, 2026, with the Taliban claiming the attacks hit a drug users rehabilitation hospital and residential areas.

Look Who Stole The Spotlight From Shilpa!

Look Who Stole The Spotlight From Shilpa!

Rediff.com18 Mar 2026

The Glamour with a Purpose led initiative raised funds that will be used for the treatment of children with blood cancer.