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I Want To Talk Arrives On OTT

I Want To Talk Arrives On OTT

Rediff.com17 Jan 2025

The second seasons of OTT's two best shows, Paatal Lok and Severance, coming up. Sukanya Verma lists your options.

IAF relief chopper makes emergency landing in Bihar flood waters

IAF relief chopper makes emergency landing in Bihar flood waters

Rediff.com2 Oct 2024

District Magistrate Subrat Kumar Sen said, "All four occupants appear safe and unharmed. However, as a precaution, they are being taken to a local hospital for check-up and treatment, if required."

Coast Guard chopper crash: Bodies of 2 crew members found

Coast Guard chopper crash: Bodies of 2 crew members found

Rediff.com4 Sep 2024

Of the three crew members who went missing after an Indian Coast Guard (ICG) helicopter crashed into the Arabian Sea off Gujarat coast, the bodies of its pilot and a diver have been recovered while search for the third one is still on, officials said on Wednesday.

Ola Electric: Can It Spark EV Adoption?

Ola Electric: Can It Spark EV Adoption?

Rediff.com26 Mar 2025

Why has the shift from ICE to electric slowed down despite initial enthusiasm?

R Day: Gallantry medals for cops who foiled Amarnath terror attack plot

R Day: Gallantry medals for cops who foiled Amarnath terror attack plot

Rediff.com25 Jan 2025

The Medal for Gallantry recipients also included Humayun Bhat, a deputy superintendent of police who was one of four officers to lay down their lives during an encounter with terrorists in south Kashmir's Kokernag in September 2023.

15 Scenes When Salman Ditched The Formula

15 Scenes When Salman Ditched The Formula

Rediff.com25 Mar 2025

Sukanya Verma lists 15 scenes that reveal facets of Salman outside the formula.

Qcom industry may add 150,000 gig workers in 2025

Qcom industry may add 150,000 gig workers in 2025

Rediff.com21 Feb 2025

Quick commerce (qcom) industry is poised to lead gig workforce hiring in 2025, propelled by a surge in demand for faster deliveries, expansion by existing players, entry of new competitors, and evolving consumer preferences in the post-pandemic era, according to industry experts. The qcom industry currently employs nearly 260,000 people - around 200,000 delivery personnel and 60,000 dark store workers, according to TeamLease Staffing.

Rakesh Asthana takes charge as new BSF DG

Rakesh Asthana takes charge as new BSF DG

Rediff.com18 Aug 2020

Asthana is the 27th chief of the force and is expected to hold office till July next year, his scheduled date for retirement from service.

The cancer that Rakesh Roshan is battling

The cancer that Rakesh Roshan is battling

Rediff.com9 Jan 2019

Rakesh Roshan has been diagnosed with squamous cell carcinoma of the throat.

'How To Save Capital Gains On Property?'

'How To Save Capital Gains On Property?'

Rediff.com17 Feb 2025

rediffGURU T S Khurana answers readers' personal income tax queries.

Metropolitan Stock Exchange to raise Rs 120 cr in fresh attempt at revival

Metropolitan Stock Exchange to raise Rs 120 cr in fresh attempt at revival

Rediff.com26 Dec 2024

Metropolitan Stock Exchange of India (MSE) plans to raise Rs 120 crore from investors in an attempt to stay afloat. The beleaguered exchange's board has approved issuance of 1.19 billion equity shares of face value Rs 1 at a premium of Rs 1 through private placements, according to a disclosure on its website.

Pilibhit encounter: Manhunt launched for aides of killed terrorists

Pilibhit encounter: Manhunt launched for aides of killed terrorists

Rediff.com25 Dec 2024

Following the encounter of three Khalistan Zindabad Force (KZF) terrorists in Pilibhit, security agencies are intensifying their search for their local helpers in the Terai region.

National Games: Services tops medal tally

National Games: Services tops medal tally

Rediff.com14 Feb 2025

Jharkhand defeated Maharashtra 2-1 to bag the bronze medal.

Ranbir, Kiara Cast Their Votes

Ranbir, Kiara Cast Their Votes

Rediff.com20 Nov 2024

Film folk exercise their right to at the Maharashtra assembly elections.

'Dravid, not IPL, is the real prize'

'Dravid, not IPL, is the real prize'

Rediff.com12 Dec 2024

Teen sensation Vaibhav Suryavanshi is not as excited at the prospect of becoming the youngest ever to play in the IPL as he is at being coached by the legendary Rahul Dravid at Rajasthan Royals.

Pushpa 2 On OTT In January

Pushpa 2 On OTT In January

Rediff.com31 Dec 2024

A very good mix of movies and Web series arrives on OTT in January.

Occultist performs rituals on ICU patient at Guj hospital; probe ordered

Occultist performs rituals on ICU patient at Guj hospital; probe ordered

Rediff.com18 Dec 2024

The Ahmedabad Civil Hospital has ordered a probe after a video of an occultist performing a ritual on an ICU patient went viral. The occultist, who identified himself as Mukesh Bhuva, claimed credit for the patient's treatment in the video. The hospital's medical superintendent, Dr Rakesh Joshi, urged people not to believe the occultist's claims and said the incident is being investigated. The hospital is reviewing CCTV footage to determine how the occultist entered the ICU. The incident has sparked outrage, with rationalist Jayant Pandya calling for immediate action against those responsible.

I-T raids Hemant Soren's aide ahead of Jh'khand poll

I-T raids Hemant Soren's aide ahead of Jh'khand poll

Rediff.com9 Nov 2024

A total of nine premises in the state's capital Ranchi and Jamshedpur are being raided in an operation that started early morning. A security team of the CRPF is assisting the I-T sleuths, the sources said.

How Rakesh Jhunjhunwala beat the market meltdown

How Rakesh Jhunjhunwala beat the market meltdown

Rediff.com12 Apr 2018

How did marquee Dalal Street investors fare in the Jan-Mar quarter that saw the BSE Sensex tank 10 per cent?

Hero's welcome for Rakesh Tikait as he heads home after 383 days at Ghazipur border

Hero's welcome for Rakesh Tikait as he heads home after 383 days at Ghazipur border

Rediff.com15 Dec 2021

The 'ghar wapsi' was marked with celebratory atmosphere at Ghazipur border, where protestors, chiefly members and supporters of the Tikait family-led Bharatiya Kisan Union (BKU), danced to patriotic and regional tunes hailing the farming community.

Baba Siddique murder: Celebs in crosshairs of underworld

Baba Siddique murder: Celebs in crosshairs of underworld

Rediff.com16 Oct 2024

Here are some instances of celebrities coming in the crosshairs of the underworld with cases of extortion, threats and even a killing.

Bajaj Rises to Top in E-scooters With Low-cost Strategy: Can it Stay There?

Bajaj Rises to Top in E-scooters With Low-cost Strategy: Can it Stay There?

Rediff.com8 Jan 2025

The two-wheeler giant had only 14 per cent of the electric two-wheeler market in May this year, but its 26.8 per cent in December

Goodbye, Dr Singh

Goodbye, Dr Singh

Rediff.com28 Dec 2024

Dr Manmohan Singh's mortal remains were consigned to the flames at the Nigambodh Ghat in New Delhi on Saturday, December 28, 2024 amid the chanting of religious hymns.

PKL: Patna Pirates roar back to winning ways

PKL: Patna Pirates roar back to winning ways

Rediff.com11 Nov 2024

Patna Pirates returned to winning ways with an all-round performance as they secured an impressive 40-27 win over Gujarat Giants in the Pro Kabaddi League in Noida on Monday.

Legal battles, new squads: Bihar's Ranji Trophy drama unfolds

Legal battles, new squads: Bihar's Ranji Trophy drama unfolds

Rediff.com9 Oct 2024

The Bihar squad for the 2024-25 Ranji Trophy season was finally picked on Tuesday after extensive deliberations and legal wranglings.

TN governor seems to have adopted own procedure to okay bills: SC

TN governor seems to have adopted own procedure to okay bills: SC

Rediff.com6 Feb 2025

A bench comprising Justices J B Pardiwala and R Mahadevan said, "He (the governor) seems to have adopted his own procedure. He says, 'I withhold assent, but I will not ask you to reconsider the bill'. It does not make sense to keep withholding assent and not send it to the legislature, thereby frustrating the provision of Article 200."

Paralympics Day 2: Golden girl Avani leads India's medal rush

Paralympics Day 2: Golden girl Avani leads India's medal rush

Rediff.com31 Aug 2024

How India's athletes fared at the Paris Paralympic Games on Friday.

When Rakesh Jhunjhunwala used to get Rs 60 as trainee CA

When Rakesh Jhunjhunwala used to get Rs 60 as trainee CA

Rediff.com22 Aug 2022

Nearly four decades ago, when Rakesh Jhunjhunwala was a young chartered accountant in training, he was paid a conveyance of Rs 60. Deductions would take away Rs 15 from this princely sum and he was left with Rs 45 by the time the allowance made its way to his hands. He would save as much as he could from this amount, so that he would have a small amount to spend when he met his friends on the weekend at Chicken Centre. This was an eatery popular with the young at the time, perhaps because food and drink were affordable even for those new to the workforce.

Plan to buy Rakesh Jhunjhunwala-backed Nazara Tech's shares?

Plan to buy Rakesh Jhunjhunwala-backed Nazara Tech's shares?

Rediff.com17 Mar 2021

Rakesh Jhunjhunwala-backed Nazara Technologies is all set to hit the primary market with its Rs 583-crore IPO on Wednesday. The diversified and online gaming firm's three-day issue will run through March 17-19 and will be entirely an offer for sale (OFS). While 5.29 million equity shares will be offloaded via OFS by some of the shareholders, Rakesh Jhunjhunwala, who owns 3.29 million shares or 11.51 per cent stake in the company as of September 30, 2020, has decided to hold on to his stake. The issue has a price band of Rs 1,100-1,101 and will be available in lots of 13 shares and multiples thereof.

Pro Kabaddi: Paltan extend unbeaten run to four games

Pro Kabaddi: Paltan extend unbeaten run to four games

Rediff.com4 Nov 2024

Defending champions Puneri Paltan extended their unbeaten run to four games as they defeated a listless Gujarat Giants 49-30 with a dominant display in the Pro Kabaddi League in Hyderabad on Monday.

Want To Take Your Parents For A Holiday?

Want To Take Your Parents For A Holiday?

Rediff.com31 Dec 2024

From specialised senior-friendly tours to redesigned hotel amenities, hotels are becoming increasingly attuned to the unique requirements of elderly travellers.

Yarraji, Shirse smash National Games hurdles records

Yarraji, Shirse smash National Games hurdles records

Rediff.com9 Feb 2025

Andhra Pradesh's Jyothi Yarraji and Tejas Shirse of Maharashtra won their third successive gold medals in the women's 110m hurdles and men's 100m hurdles respectively at the National Games in Dehradun.

Why Modi Sat On The Floor...

Why Modi Sat On The Floor...

Rediff.com13 Sep 2024

In a heartwarming gesture, Prime Minister Narendra Modi sat on the floor to accept a gift from Paralympic gold medallist Navdeep Singh.

'Stand Up For What's Right, Even When It's Hard'

'Stand Up For What's Right, Even When It's Hard'

Rediff.com11 Sep 2024

'Forgive, but don't forget. Stand up for what's right, even when it's hard. Cherish happy memories with loved ones and hold them close. Celebrate yourself, ALWAYS.'

Aahana Gets The Blues

Aahana Gets The Blues

Rediff.com25 Nov 2024

Rakul is a rainbow... Bhumi shows us what's on her plate... Ranveer at the Golden Temple...

Rakesh Maria's explanation seems satisfactory, tweets Fadnavis

Rakesh Maria's explanation seems satisfactory, tweets Fadnavis

Rediff.com25 Jun 2015

Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis tweeted on Wednesday night that Mumbai Police Commissioner Rakesh Maria's explanation about his 2014 meeting with former IPL-boss Lalit Modi in London appeared "satisfactory".

What's wrong if foreign celebs support farmers' stir: Rakesh Tikait

What's wrong if foreign celebs support farmers' stir: Rakesh Tikait

Rediff.com5 Feb 2021

Rakesh Tikait, the 51-year-old Bharatiya Kisan Union (BKU) leader from the hinterlands of Muzaffarnagar in western Uttar Pradesh, welcomed the support from international artistes and activists, including Rihanna and Greta Thunberg, but acknowledged he does not know them.

Punjab DGP, MHA director meet fasting farmer leader Dallewal

Punjab DGP, MHA director meet fasting farmer leader Dallewal

Rediff.com15 Dec 2024

The Punjab Police chief, Gaurav Yadav, and a senior officer from the Ministry of Home Affairs, Mayank Mishra, visited fasting farmer leader Jagjit Singh Dallewal at the Khanauri border point between Punjab and Haryana. They enquired about his health and heard his demands. Dallewal has been on a fast-unto-death since November 26 to press the Centre to accept the agitating farmers' demands, including a legal guarantee of MSP on crops. The visit came after the Supreme Court directed the Centre and Punjab government representatives to meet Dallewal and provide him medical help.

India's Winning Moments At The Grammys

India's Winning Moments At The Grammys

Rediff.com6 Feb 2024

'I am extremely happy that I am bringing Grammy to my country. Hope I continue making India proud with my work.'

'Raj Kapoor Lost His Cool Most Of The Time'

'Raj Kapoor Lost His Cool Most Of The Time'

Rediff.com23 Dec 2024

Rahul Rawail remembers his mentor Raj Kapoor.