News for 'RISE'

The Paradise Review: Torture Porn

The Paradise Review: Torture Porn

Rediff.com25 Sep 2026

The Paradise is a mind-numbingly senseless, hellish cycle of violence, gore, and torture porn that makes you question if everyone involved in the film harbours some sort of bloodlust, complains Sreeju Sudhakaran

Mayawati's younger nephew named BSP as national coordinator

Mayawati's younger nephew named BSP as national coordinator

Rediff.com23 Sep 2026

The Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP) has appointed Ishan Anand, Mayawati's younger nephew, as its new national coordinator. This decision follows the removal of his elder brother, Akash Anand, from all party responsibilities. The appointment was made at a national executive meeting, where Mayawati reiterated the party's commitment to avoiding dynastic politics.

Antim Panghal Aims For Unbreakable Records In Wrestling

Antim Panghal Aims For Unbreakable Records In Wrestling

Rediff.com25 Sep 2026

Indian wrestler Antim Panghal, a two-time senior World medallist and U-20 world champion, expresses her ambition to create records that will never be broken. She reveals her motivation stems from her family and coaches, not personal glory, and discusses her evolving strategy and rigorous preparation for upcoming competitions.

Barcelona star Lamine Yamal details the hidden and blatant racism he faces

Barcelona star Lamine Yamal details the hidden and blatant racism he faces

Rediff.com18 Sep 2026

Barcelona forward Lamine Yamal revealed he has experienced racism thousands of times, highlighting both overt abuse and unconscious bias while maintaining that such disrespect will not disrupt his focus during matches.

Indian Equities Tank as Oil Surges, Rate Hike Fears Grip Global Markets

Indian Equities Tank as Oil Surges, Rate Hike Fears Grip Global Markets

Rediff.com15 Sep 2026

Indian benchmark indices, Sensex and Nifty, experienced a significant downturn, with Sensex tanking 778 points and Nifty closing at a five-month low, driven by surging crude oil prices, geopolitical tensions, and fears of further interest rate hikes by major central banks.

OMCs Lose Rs 5 Per Litre On Petrol, Rs 23 On Diesel

OMCs Lose Rs 5 Per Litre On Petrol, Rs 23 On Diesel

Rediff.com12 Sep 2026

'If crude remains above $100 per barrel, with restricted retail-price increases, OMCs could face negative petrol and diesel marketing margins, higher LPG under-recoveries, higher crude-landing, freight and insurance costs, working capital and debt accumulation and inventory losses if crude subsequently corrects sharply.'

Stock Markets Today: Sensex, Nifty dip on West Asia crisis, oil prices

Stock Markets Today: Sensex, Nifty dip on West Asia crisis, oil prices

Rediff.com8 Sep 2026

Indian benchmark indices, Sensex and Nifty, saw declines in early trade due to escalating crude oil prices and ongoing US-Iran hostilities, which subdued investor risk appetite.

Passenger Vehicle Exports Fall 17% in August Amid Domestic Sales Boom

Passenger Vehicle Exports Fall 17% in August Amid Domestic Sales Boom

Rediff.com16 Sep 2026

India's passenger vehicle (PV) exports saw a 17 per cent year-on-year decline in August, contrasting sharply with a 36.5 per cent surge in domestic dispatches, which reached a record high for the month as automakers prepared for the festive season.

Asian Games: Gulveer makes history, Baranica breaks new ground as India shine in athletics

Asian Games: Gulveer makes history, Baranica breaks new ground as India shine in athletics

Rediff.com25 Sep 2026

Indian athletes Baranica Elangovan, Gulveer Singh, and Manpreet Kaur secured historic medals at the Asian Games. Elangovan clinched India's first-ever pole vault medal with a bronze, while Singh became the first Indian to win two 10,000m medals, earning a silver. Kaur redeemed herself with a shot put bronze, contributing to India's growing athletics medal tally.

UK Unveils Specialist Courts To Speed Up Rape Convictions

UK Unveils Specialist Courts To Speed Up Rape Convictions

Rediff.com21 Sep 2026

The British government has announced the rollout of specialist courts for rape and serious sex offences across England and Wales. Backed by significant funding, these courts aim to accelerate conviction rates, prioritise cases, and provide better support for victims, addressing the current low prosecution rates and long delays in the justice system.

Deepika Credits Mentors For Record-Breaking Asian Games Performance

Deepika Credits Mentors For Record-Breaking Asian Games Performance

Rediff.com23 Sep 2026

Indian hockey drag-flicker Deepika has made headlines at the Asian Games with a record-breaking 20 goals across three matches, including nine in a single game. The 23-year-old attributes her success not just to her wrestling family's athletic genes but to years of dedicated training and the guidance of coaches Azad Singh, Rupinder Pal Singh, and Taeke Taekema. Despite a career-threatening injury last year, Deepika has made a strong comeback, focusing on skill, consistency, and discipline, with an eye on Olympic qualification.

Hyundai Expects 8-10% H2 Sales Growth, Aims To Outpace PV Industry

Hyundai Expects 8-10% H2 Sales Growth, Aims To Outpace PV Industry

Rediff.com25 Sep 2026

Hyundai Motor India is set to outpace the broader passenger vehicle market, projecting an 8-10 per cent domestic sales growth in H2FY27, fueled by strategic launches of a new mid-size SUV and a dedicated electric vehicle, alongside increased production capacity.

SC questions cremation of missing Delhi realtor's body before identification

SC questions cremation of missing Delhi realtor's body before identification

Rediff.com23 Sep 2026

The Supreme Court has ordered the Delhi and Gurugram police to explain why the body of missing Delhi realtor Yuvraj Singh Manchanda was cremated without identification and why details were not uploaded to the CCTNS portal. This directive comes after Manchanda's family alleged they were not informed about the recovery of his body, which was found in Gurugram and cremated before they were notified. The court also referenced its earlier directives on prompt FIR registration for missing persons, highlighting concerns about human trafficking and the need for an all-India police grid.

Samsung India begins job cuts; trims workforce at senior level

Samsung India begins job cuts; trims workforce at senior level

Rediff.com8 Sep 2026

Samsung India Electronics has initiated job cuts in its Consumer Electronics (CE) division, laying off 8-10 mid-to-senior-level employees with plans to let go of another 40-50 staff. This move is part of a cost-rationalisation exercise driven by rising input costs, muted consumer demand, and intense competition from rival Korean and Chinese players.

Regulatory Changes Trigger 23% Drop in Derivatives Trading Volumes

Regulatory Changes Trigger 23% Drop in Derivatives Trading Volumes

Rediff.com15 Sep 2026

India's derivatives market experienced a significant 23 per cent fall in average daily contracts traded in August, reaching a 13-month low of 224 million. This decline is primarily attributed to regulatory changes, including a higher securities transaction tax (STT) and enhanced collateral requirements, alongside the introduction of a closing auction session.

Sensex, Nifty Extend Losses as Geopolitical Concerns, Crude Prices Weigh

Sensex, Nifty Extend Losses as Geopolitical Concerns, Crude Prices Weigh

Rediff.com8 Sep 2026

Indian stock market benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty recorded their second consecutive day of decline, with the Sensex dropping 555.23 points and the Nifty falling 144.05 points, primarily due to rising crude oil prices and ongoing US-Iran hostilities in West Asia.

IIT suicide toll crosses 170 in 20 years, 70% deaths in last decade

IIT suicide toll crosses 170 in 20 years, 70% deaths in last decade

Rediff.com22 Sep 2026

As many as 171 students of the Indian Institutes of Technology (IITs) died by suicide or unnatural death over the last two decades, with around 70 percent of the deaths recorded in the last 10 years, according to an IIT alumni group.

After Asian Games medal, India eyes soft tennis inclusion in 2030 Commonwealth Games

After Asian Games medal, India eyes soft tennis inclusion in 2030 Commonwealth Games

Rediff.com23 Sep 2026

India's national soft tennis federation is pushing for the sport's inclusion in the 2030 Commonwealth Games in Ahmedabad, following a historic Asian Games medal. Special Advisor Harshang Khodadhara highlighted India's strong global ranking and its position as the leading Commonwealth nation in soft tennis, expressing confidence in winning gold medals if included.

Avengers: Endgame Encore: How The 4 New Crucial Scenes Set Up Doomsday

Avengers: Endgame Encore: How The 4 New Crucial Scenes Set Up Doomsday

Rediff.com28 Sep 2026

Avengers: Endgame Encore adds four crucial scenes that connect the old MCU to Avengers: Doomsday, from Loki's shocking return to Doctor Doom's sinister plans for the multiverse.

ECs differed with CEC over centralised voter verification

ECs differed with CEC over centralised voter verification

Rediff.com23 Sep 2026

India's Election Commission's centralised voter database systems, ERONET and ECINet, are under scrutiny following concerns raised by Election Commissioners Sukhbir Singh Sandhu and Vivek Joshi regarding the centralisation of electoral rolls and control available to state election officials. The article explains how these systems work and why they are currently in the news.

Nyra Sharma Makes History As Youngest National Qualifier

Nyra Sharma Makes History As Youngest National Qualifier

Rediff.com9 Sep 2026

10-year-old Delhi shooter Nyra Sharma has made history by becoming the youngest Indian to qualify for the National Shooting Championship in the 10m air rifle category. Her rapid rise in competitive shooting, achieving this feat in only her third competition, highlights her exceptional talent and dedication.

How To Prevent Deaths By Suicide At IITs

How To Prevent Deaths By Suicide At IITs

Rediff.com23 Sep 2026

171 IIT student deaths by suicide or other unnatural causes have been recorded between January 2006 and September 2026. Of these, 120 were recorded between 2016 and September 2026, compared with 51 in the preceding decade.

Political Row Erupts In Tamil Nadu Over POCSO Case Video Evidence

Political Row Erupts In Tamil Nadu Over POCSO Case Video Evidence

Rediff.com22 Sep 2026

Tamil Nadu Minister R Nirmal Kumar has challenged former DMK minister S Regupathy's assertion that video evidence in a POCSO case involving industrialist R Veeramani is "shadowy." Kumar accused the DMK of attempting to protect the accused, while Regupathy denied the allegations, defending the previous government's actions and criticising the current administration's handling of public concerns and sensitive case disclosures. The dispute highlights political tensions surrounding a high-profile child protection case.

Chanu's Asian Games Silver: A Dream Realised After 12 Years

Chanu's Asian Games Silver: A Dream Realised After 12 Years

Rediff.com23 Sep 2026

Mirabai Chanu secured a silver medal in the women's 49kg weightlifting category at the Asian Games in Nagoya, ending her 12-year pursuit for this elusive honour. This marks India's first Asian Games weightlifting medal since 1998. Chanu expressed immense relief and joy, calling it a dream fulfilled and her life complete. She also discussed her future plans regarding the 2028 Olympics' 53kg category.

Maha UCC panel member quits, flags several concerns

Maha UCC panel member quits, flags several concerns

Rediff.com22 Sep 2026

Former Bombay High Court judge Justice R C Chavan has resigned from the Maharashtra government's Uniform Civil Code panel, citing profound concerns.

Global Uncertainty Drives FPIs to Pull Rs 20,974 Crore from Indian Equities

Global Uncertainty Drives FPIs to Pull Rs 20,974 Crore from Indian Equities

Rediff.com20 Sep 2026

Foreign Portfolio Investors (FPIs) have withdrawn Rs 20,974 crore from Indian equities in September, driven by global uncertainties, higher US interest rates and bond yields, elevated crude oil prices, and a weakening rupee.

Sonal Dinusha's stellar India series rewarded with ICC Player of the Month award

Sonal Dinusha's stellar India series rewarded with ICC Player of the Month award

Rediff.com17 Sep 2026

Sonal Dinusha was named ICC Men's Player of the Month after tormenting India with 420 runs at 140, including three centuries, across Sri Lanka's two-Test series.

Shubman Gill Shares Birthday Moments With Family

Shubman Gill Shares Birthday Moments With Family

Rediff.com9 Sep 2026

Shubman Gill celebrated his 27th birthday with his family, reflecting on a remarkable rise from Fazilka to becoming one of India's leading batters.

OpenAI, Anthropic Urge AI Slowdown; But Will It Happen?

OpenAI, Anthropic Urge AI Slowdown; But Will It Happen?

Rediff.com22 Sep 2026

'You cannot stop these models from getting better. There is competitive and business pressure and if the US stops then maybe China will go ahead.'

Teen Table Tennis Star Syndrela Das Eyes Asian Games Gold And Top 50 Ranking

Teen Table Tennis Star Syndrela Das Eyes Asian Games Gold And Top 50 Ranking

Rediff.com15 Sep 2026

Seventeen-year-old table tennis sensation Syndrela Das has been called up to the senior women's side for the Asian Games. Ranked 99th globally, she aims for gold at the event and a rapid ascent into the top 50, attributing her success to rigorous training and a positive approach to pressure.

Stock Markets Today: Sensex, Nifty Sink as Brent Breaches $108/barrel

Stock Markets Today: Sensex, Nifty Sink as Brent Breaches $108/barrel

Rediff.com11 Sep 2026

Indian benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty experienced significant declines in early trade, driven by soaring crude oil prices amidst escalating tensions in West Asia, coupled with weak global market trends and foreign fund outflows.

Bigg Boss's Kanika Mann Has A Fashion Story To Tell

Bigg Boss's Kanika Mann Has A Fashion Story To Tell

Rediff.com16 Sep 2026

Kanika Mann has the kind of bubbly energy that makes it impossible not to notice her. And while comparisons to Alia Bhatt may follow her around, Kanika is clearly busy carving out a style identity of her own.

What's Behind 70% Of SIR Exclusions?

What's Behind 70% Of SIR Exclusions?

Rediff.com22 Sep 2026

The prominence of migration highlights a longstanding problem for India's electoral system.

Stock Markets Today: Sensex, Nifty Flat in Early Trade; Oil Above $100

Stock Markets Today: Sensex, Nifty Flat in Early Trade; Oil Above $100

Rediff.com10 Sep 2026

Indian benchmark indices, Sensex and Nifty, traded flat in early deals due to elevated crude oil prices exceeding USD 100 per barrel and persistent geopolitical tensions, which subdued investor risk appetite.

New Study Suggests Brain Developed From Two Separate Systems

New Study Suggests Brain Developed From Two Separate Systems

Rediff.com21 Sep 2026

A new study from Stanford University suggests the human brain may have evolved as two independent organs, challenging the long-held belief of a single progenitor cell. Researchers found two parallel nervous systems developing without intersection, which could explain difficulties in growing hindbrain neurons in labs and open new avenues for treating neurological diseases.

Direct Tax Collection Jumps 13% to Rs 12.12 Lakh Crore on Strong Advance Tax

Direct Tax Collection Jumps 13% to Rs 12.12 Lakh Crore on Strong Advance Tax

Rediff.com18 Sep 2026

India's net direct tax collection has surged by 13 per cent to over Rs 12.12 lakh crore by September 17 in the current fiscal year, driven by a significant increase in advance tax payments from corporates, according to CBDT data.

High alert in Nepal as 3 major rivers swell amid rains

High alert in Nepal as 3 major rivers swell amid rains

Rediff.com2 Sep 2026

Nepalese authorities have issued a flood alert for central, western, and eastern parts of the country as water levels in major rivers like Sun Koshi, Budhi Gandaki, Mahakali, and Marsyangdi have crossed alert and danger levels due to continuous monsoon rainfall, urging residents to remain vigilant.

Zakir Khan's Papa Yaar Review: Emotional Roller-Coaster

Zakir Khan's Papa Yaar Review: Emotional Roller-Coaster

Rediff.com21 Sep 2026

While Zakir Khan takes you through a number of emotions, both the laughter and the poignancy hit with almost the same intensity, notes Utkarsh Mishra.

From Mizoram Dirt Pitches to India's Hockey Star: Lalremsiami's Golden Dream

From Mizoram Dirt Pitches to India's Hockey Star: Lalremsiami's Golden Dream

Rediff.com14 Sep 2026

Lalremsiami Hmarzote, Mizoram's first female Olympian and Asian Games medallist, is now India's offensive lynchpin, aiming for a first Asian Games hockey gold since 1982, after overcoming initial family resistance and training on dirt pitches.

Who Will Replace Ajit Agarkar As Chairman Of Selectors?

Who Will Replace Ajit Agarkar As Chairman Of Selectors?

Rediff.com18 Sep 2026

The BCCI is set to take up an important matter at its 95th AGM in Mumbai on Friday -- the appointment of a new selector to replace outgoing chairman of selectors Ajit Agarkar.