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Why Are Aditi, Bhumi, Avneet Looking So Cute?

Why Are Aditi, Bhumi, Avneet Looking So Cute?

Rediff.com5 days ago

The Grazia Fashion Awards 2026 brought together some of the most stylish names in the industry and, let's just say, the red carpet did not disappoint.

Alpana, The Beauty From The North East

Alpana, The Beauty From The North East

Rediff.com20 Mar 2026

Alpana Bordoloi tells Hitesh Harisinghani/Rediff about the fashion trend she feels should return.

Don't Miss This Bollywood Quiz

Don't Miss This Bollywood Quiz

Rediff.com20 Mar 2026

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

After Shah Rukh, Nayanthara Stars Opposite Salman

After Shah Rukh, Nayanthara Stars Opposite Salman

Rediff.com5 days ago

Nayanthara has been confirmed to star alongside Salman Khan in Director Vamshi Paidipally's upcoming action film, produced by Dil Raju, marking her second venture into Bollywood after Jawan.

The US Rescue That Raises More Questions Than It Answers

The US Rescue That Raises More Questions Than It Answers

Rediff.com2 hours ago

The 'rescue' operation occurred within kilometres of Iran's underground tunnel complex at Isfahan, assessed by the IAEA and US intelligence as holding a substantial portion of the country's 60 per cent enriched uranium stockpile. Retired senior US military officers have highlighted that the mission's footprint -- hundreds of special operators, multiple heavy-lift aircraft deep inside Iran -- appears outsized for recovering a single airman. Prem Panicker continues his must read blog on the Iran War.

CAG flags Rs 12,754 crore misclassification, Rs 54,282 crore in pending UCs in FY25 audit

CAG flags Rs 12,754 crore misclassification, Rs 54,282 crore in pending UCs in FY25 audit

Rediff.com3 days ago

The Comptroller and Auditor General of India (CAG) has reported significant financial irregularities in the Union government's FY25 accounts, including ~12,754.47 crore in misclassification and ~54,282.32 crore in outstanding utilisation certificates, with some dating back to 1985-86.

War, Elections Take Backseat As IPL Fever Reigns Supreme

War, Elections Take Backseat As IPL Fever Reigns Supreme

Rediff.com2 days ago

In crowded Mumbai trains, passengers, despite being crushed and unable to breathe, watch the IPL action on their phones. Oxygen may be optional, but the live score is not.

Mohanlal's Drishyam 3 Release Shifted to May 21 Due to Gulf War, Kerala Elections

Mohanlal's Drishyam 3 Release Shifted to May 21 Due to Gulf War, Kerala Elections

Rediff.com28 Mar 2026

Mohanlal's highly anticipated film Drishyam 3 has been postponed from its initial April 2 release to May 21, coinciding with the actor's birthday, due to ongoing war tensions in the Gulf region and the upcoming Kerala elections.

Delhi Police Job Vacancies: Impact on Law Enforcement

Delhi Police Job Vacancies: Impact on Law Enforcement

Rediff.com5 days ago

The Delhi Police is facing significant staffing shortages, with a considerable number of posts vacant at various levels, potentially impacting law enforcement and public safety.

Is Mixing Fruits With Milk Unhealthy?

Is Mixing Fruits With Milk Unhealthy?

Rediff.com26 Mar 2026

The idea that mixing fruits with milk causes acidity, toxins or skin issues is a traditional belief and not a medically proven fact, says rediffGURU Komal Jethmalani.

Operation Sindoor: 'This Is Not Just A Film. It Is A Revelation'

Operation Sindoor: 'This Is Not Just A Film. It Is A Revelation'

Rediff.com29 Mar 2026

'What emerges is a reality far more complex, far more precise, and far more unsettling than what is available in the public domain.'

Is Mixing Fruits With Milk Unhealthy?

Is Mixing Fruits With Milk Unhealthy?

Rediff.com26 Mar 2026

The idea that mixing fruits with milk causes acidity, toxins or skin issues is a traditional belief and not a medically proven fact, says rediffGURU Komal Jethmalani.

Jharkhand Mother, Occultist Arrested in Teen Sacrifice Case

Jharkhand Mother, Occultist Arrested in Teen Sacrifice Case

Rediff.com4 days ago

Police in Hazaribagh, Jharkhand, have arrested a mother, an occult practitioner, and a man in connection with the ritualistic killing of a teenage girl. The girl was allegedly sacrificed to cure the mother's son.

Jharkhand Mother, Occultist Arrested in Teen Sacrifice Case: What We Know

Jharkhand Mother, Occultist Arrested in Teen Sacrifice Case: What We Know

Rediff.com4 days ago

Police in Hazaribagh, Jharkhand, have arrested a mother, an occult practitioner, and a man in connection with the sacrificial ritual killing of a teenage girl. The arrests follow an investigation into the girl's death, initially reported as a rape and murder.

Dhurandhar Actor Krystal D'Souza's Dishy Glamour

Dhurandhar Actor Krystal D'Souza's Dishy Glamour

Rediff.com6 days ago

So what if the mercury is soaring? Our favourite divas never disappoint when it comes to fashion! Namrata Thakker looks at the divas who served glam goals this March.

Matthew Hayden lauds Shubman Gill's leadership and batting prowess

Matthew Hayden lauds Shubman Gill's leadership and batting prowess

Rediff.com6 days ago

Gujarat Titans batting coach Matthew Hayden praises Shubman Gill's clarity, confidence, and leadership skills ahead of their IPL 2026 opener against Punjab Kings.

Faridabad Teenager Takes Own Life After Disappointing Exam Scores

Faridabad Teenager Takes Own Life After Disappointing Exam Scores

Rediff.com6 days ago

A 16-year-old student in Faridabad allegedly committed suicide after receiving low marks in his Class 11 examinations, highlighting the immense pressure students face regarding academic performance.

How a Mumbai Resident Was Duped in a Sophisticated Cyber Fraud

How a Mumbai Resident Was Duped in a Sophisticated Cyber Fraud

Rediff.com7 days ago

A 69-year-old man in Mumbai was defrauded of 1.57 crore (157,000) in a 'digital arrest' cyber scam. The victim was tricked into transferring funds to accounts controlled by cyber criminals posing as police officers.

Shalini, Uorfi, Saumya Walk The Red Carpet

Shalini, Uorfi, Saumya Walk The Red Carpet

Rediff.com26 Mar 2026

The fifth Pinkvilla Screen & Style Icons Awards was a full house of stars as they gathered to cheer the winners and show off their red carpet glamour.

Social Media Influencer Arrested in Thane for Alleged Weapons Stockpile

Social Media Influencer Arrested in Thane for Alleged Weapons Stockpile

Rediff.com6 days ago

A 55-year-old builder and social media influencer with a large Instagram following has been arrested in Thane, Maharashtra, for allegedly possessing a cache of illegal weapons. The arrest occurred shortly after his release on bail in a separate case, raising concerns about his activities and intentions.

How March Treated Priyanka Chopra

How March Treated Priyanka Chopra

Rediff.com7 days ago

Priyanka Chopra Jonas continues to master the art of balancing her high-profile international career in Hollywood and an anticipated return to Bollywood with cherished family moments, offering fans an intimate look into her dynamic life.

Ramayana Teaser Out On Hanuman Jayanti: Ranbir Kapoor Stuns as Lord Ram

Ramayana Teaser Out On Hanuman Jayanti: Ranbir Kapoor Stuns as Lord Ram

Rediff.com4 days ago

Ramayana, which is being mounted as a two-part cinematic event, will soar. The music, visuals, technical finesse and the promise of strong performances not just tease a film, it teases a grand experience, notes Mayur Sanap.

India's Supreme Court Addresses the Deep-Rooted Issue of Crimes Against Women

India's Supreme Court Addresses the Deep-Rooted Issue of Crimes Against Women

Rediff.com2 days ago

The Supreme Court of India has expressed concern over the continued prevalence of domestic abuse and crimes against women, highlighting that these issues are symptomatic of a deeper societal problem rooted in patriarchy, despite economic and legal advancements.

Why My Last Minute Concert Plan Was Totally Worth It

Why My Last Minute Concert Plan Was Totally Worth It

Rediff.com6 days ago

I had been eyeing Keinemusik (a German DJ trio) concert tickets ever since they dropped almost six months ago. The ticket prices started at Rs 3,000 and had reached Rs 6,000 on the week of the concert.

BJP Calls for Jharkhand Shutdown Over Hazaribag Case

BJP Calls for Jharkhand Shutdown Over Hazaribag Case

Rediff.com5 days ago

The BJP has called for a bandh (shutdown) in Jharkhand on April 3 to protest the alleged rape and murder of a 12-year-old girl in Hazaribag. The party is also protesting the overall law and order situation in the state.

Jharkhand Mother Arrested in Teen Daughter's Ritual Sacrifice

Jharkhand Mother Arrested in Teen Daughter's Ritual Sacrifice

Rediff.com4 days ago

Police in Hazaribag, Jharkhand, have arrested a mother, an occult practitioner, and a man in connection with the ritualistic killing of a teenage girl. The girl was allegedly strangled as a sacrifice to cure the mother's ailing son.

Look At What Alaya, Kalki, Siddhant Decided To Do

Look At What Alaya, Kalki, Siddhant Decided To Do

Rediff.com22 Mar 2026

Max turned up the fun and colour on the final day of the Lakme Fashion Week x FDCI, with their collection, Unserious Everything.

Kareena Kapoor On Dhurandhar: 'Not A Ranveer Singh Film'

Kareena Kapoor On Dhurandhar: 'Not A Ranveer Singh Film'

Rediff.com5 days ago

Kareena Kapoor has attributed the monumental box office success of the Dhurandhar franchise to director Aditya Dhar's creative vision, rather than lead star Ranveer Singh's appeal.

Cyber Fraud Syndicate Busted: Indian SIM Cards Used to Defraud Citizens

Cyber Fraud Syndicate Busted: Indian SIM Cards Used to Defraud Citizens

Rediff.com4 days ago

Telangana Cyber Security Bureau (TGCSB) arrested five individuals for supplying over 600 Indian SIM cards to a cyber fraud syndicate operating from Cambodia, which defrauded Indian citizens of crores of rupees.

India's Telecom Subscriber Base Crosses 1.32 Billion Mark, Driven by Broadband Growth

India's Telecom Subscriber Base Crosses 1.32 Billion Mark, Driven by Broadband Growth

Rediff.com4 days ago

India's total telephone subscriber base reached 1,321.31 million by the end of February 2026, marking a 0.56 per cent monthly growth, primarily fuelled by a significant surge in broadband adoption.

Off Duty, On Camera: The Stunning Models At Lakme Fashion Week

Off Duty, On Camera: The Stunning Models At Lakme Fashion Week

Rediff.com21 Mar 2026

Rediff photographer Hitesh Harisinghani stepped away from the runway to capture some of the real, unfiltered moments.

Maa Ka Sum review: Mummy-1, Maths-0

Maa Ka Sum review: Mummy-1, Maths-0

Rediff.com3 days ago

When it's not spouting excessive maths jargon -- algorithm alone is uttered a zillion times -- too many characters with too little context crowd the scenes and turn Maa Ka Sum into a slog, observes Sukanya Verma.

All banking cos to deduct TDS on interest income beyond Rs 50,000 a year

All banking cos to deduct TDS on interest income beyond Rs 50,000 a year

Rediff.com6 days ago

The Income Tax Department has clarified the applicability of TDS (Tax Deducted at Source) on interest income for banking companies under the Income Tax Act, 2025, aligning it with the Banking Regulation Act, 1949.

AI, 3-Language Rule in CBSE Curriculum

AI, 3-Language Rule in CBSE Curriculum

Rediff.com3 days ago

Art education, physical education and wellbeing, vocational education and interdisciplinary studies will be compulsory.

Pilots Killed As Air Canada Jet Hits Fire Truck

Pilots Killed As Air Canada Jet Hits Fire Truck

Rediff.com23 Mar 2026

An Air Canada Express flight collided with a fire truck while landing at New York's LaGuardia airport late on Sunday night, killing the pilot and co-pilot and injuring at least 13 people, including firefighters.

UPI Transactions Soar to Record Highs in March

UPI Transactions Soar to Record Highs in March

Rediff.com5 days ago

Unified Payments Interface (UPI) transactions reached a record high in March, driven by festivities and the financial year closure, according to the National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI).

Sakshi's Unbeatable Fashion Tip: Don't Feel Insecure

Sakshi's Unbeatable Fashion Tip: Don't Feel Insecure

Rediff.com22 Mar 2026

"Just wear what feels good... don't dress for your body, dress for yourself," Sakshi Gupta tells Rediff's Rishika Shah.

IMD Forecast: Cooler, Wetter April Ahead

IMD Forecast: Cooler, Wetter April Ahead

Rediff.com5 days ago

'During the hot season (April to June), above-normal minimum temperatures are likely over most parts of the country, except in some regions of Maharashtra and Telangana, where minimum temperatures are expected to be normal to below normal,' IMD said.

SC Fines Centre for Challenging CISF Official's Dismissal

SC Fines Centre for Challenging CISF Official's Dismissal

Rediff.com5 days ago

The Supreme Court has criticised the central government for engaging in unnecessary litigation, imposing a fine for challenging a High Court order regarding the dismissal of a CISF official.

JD-U MLAs Want Nishant Kumar As Bihar CM, Not BJP Leader

JD-U MLAs Want Nishant Kumar As Bihar CM, Not BJP Leader

Rediff.com2 days ago

'Nearly 80 of 85 JD-U MLAs are not in favour of a CM from the BJP.'