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'Never Seen Such Suppression Of A Political Movement'

'Never Seen Such Suppression Of A Political Movement'

Rediff.com4 days ago

'If Gyanesh Kumar had some shame he would have resigned and would have taken agni pariksha.'

How To File EPFO Nomination

How To File EPFO Nomination

Rediff.com28 Sep 2026

Members should review their nomination after marriage, childbirth, or other changes in family circumstances. They can file a fresh e-signed nomination to replace an earlier one.

When Students Spill Onto Streets: France and India

When Students Spill Onto Streets: France and India

Rediff.com5 days ago

The scenes are same; placards, viral videos, riot, police but the grievances could hardly be more different, notes Abhay Jere, ex-Vice Chairman, AICTE.

Amitabh Bachchan Injures Knee On KBC 18

Amitabh Bachchan Injures Knee On KBC 18

Rediff.com1 Oct 2026

Amitabh Bachchan revealed he sustained a knee injury after he slipped on the set of Kaun Banega Crorepati 18, leading him to host the popular quiz show while seated.

RBI Repo Rate Hike: What It Means For Your EMI

RBI Repo Rate Hike: What It Means For Your EMI

Rediff.com7 Oct 2026

The Reserve Bank of India has raised the repo rate by 0.25%. Three financial planners explain how soon banks will pass the increased loan interest on, what borrowers should check and what they need to avoid.

GST Council to focus on process reforms, ease of doing business

GST Council to focus on process reforms, ease of doing business

Rediff.com7 days ago

The Goods and Services Tax (GST) Council is set to discuss proposals aimed at transforming the complex indirect tax system into a more business-friendly regime, focusing on simplifying compliance, reducing administrative burdens, and potentially raising the prosecution threshold.

India's services sector growth hits 3-month high in September on strong domestic demand

India's services sector growth hits 3-month high in September on strong domestic demand

Rediff.com6 Oct 2026

India's services sector experienced its strongest growth in three months in September, with the HSBC India Services PMI Business Activity Index rising to 55.2, driven by a sharp increase in new orders and strengthening domestic demand.

Recipe: Chef Sarab's Thai Guava Salad

Recipe: Chef Sarab's Thai Guava Salad

Rediff.com23 Sep 2026

Crisp, juicy guava gets a Thai-inspired makeover in Chef Sarab Kapoor's refreshing salad.

India Ranks Among Top 10 Emerging Markets in AI Readiness, Private Investment Soars

India Ranks Among Top 10 Emerging Markets in AI Readiness, Private Investment Soars

Rediff.com6 Oct 2026

India has secured a spot among the top 10 leading emerging-market performers in artificial intelligence (AI) readiness, with private investment in AI more than tripling to USD 4.1 billion in 2025, according to a new World Bank report.

Baththa Movie Review: A Heartwarming Redemption Tale

Baththa Movie Review: A Heartwarming Redemption Tale

Rediff.com5 days ago

Baththa turns a school toilet into the setting for an unlikely redemption story, turning itself into one of 2026's warmest feel-good entertainers.

Durga Puja: The Sounds Of The Mahalaya...

Durga Puja: The Sounds Of The Mahalaya...

Rediff.com6 days ago

'Ma would fiddle with the radio's knob until the static gave way to music; then, the voice would come on. I would be half-asleep still, understanding little of the Sanskrit words I heard but the words in chants, interspersed with songs, cast a spell. I still remember the goosebumps I felt as the epic tale of Goddess Durga's birth and battles unfolded,' says Radha Roy Biswas.

Showbiz Will Miss The Sound Of Nana Patekar's Irritation

Showbiz Will Miss The Sound Of Nana Patekar's Irritation

Rediff.com6 days ago

Never a crowd pleaser in the conventional sense, Nana Patekar's knack for not mincing words, if anything his brusque, take it-or-leave it persona -- which made his eccentricity a guilty pleasure of sorts -- contributed to his eminence, observes Sukanya Verma.

'Fight won't be easy': CJP gears up for anti-Gyanesh Kumar protest

'Fight won't be easy': CJP gears up for anti-Gyanesh Kumar protest

Rediff.com7 Oct 2026

The Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) and various student organisations have called for a united protest on October 10 against Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar. They demand his resignation and an overhaul of the electoral system, describing the confrontation as a fight for democracy against the BJP. The groups are seeking to sustain street pressure, following a previous agitation that led to a minister's resignation.

SME IPOs struggle with negative returns as mainboard issues thrive

SME IPOs struggle with negative returns as mainboard issues thrive

Rediff.com6 Oct 2026

Small and medium enterprise (SME) initial public offerings (IPOs) in India are significantly underperforming mainboard listings, with 81 out of 161 SME IPOs trading below their issue price this year, and a median return of -0.2 per cent compared to a 24 per cent gain for mainboard issues.

'Nana Patekar Did Abhay For Rs 21,000'

'Nana Patekar Did Abhay For Rs 21,000'

Rediff.com7 days ago

'People used to say he had a quick temper or acted out but anger only arises when things aren't organised.'

Medha Shankr, Apoorva Mukhija's Sultry Secret

Medha Shankr, Apoorva Mukhija's Sultry Secret

Rediff.com5 Oct 2026

The thigh-high slit has a way of turning even the most classic silhouette into an instant fashion moment, adding just the right amount of hotness, movement and skin.

A Dance Festival To Celebrate Love

A Dance Festival To Celebrate Love

Rediff.com7 Oct 2026

'Through dance, we explore the many expressions of love across India's literature, music and storytelling traditions.'

Work With The US, With Or Without Trump

Work With The US, With Or Without Trump

Rediff.com6 Oct 2026

India-US ties may be strained, but abandoning the relationship is not the answer; India must deal with Washington firmly without becoming either servile or hostile, asserts Ambassador T P Sreenivasan.

Birthday Boy Pant Gets The Perfect Gift As Rest Of India Win Irani Cup

Birthday Boy Pant Gets The Perfect Gift As Rest Of India Win Irani Cup

Rediff.com5 Oct 2026

Rest of India defeated Jammu and Kashmir by 167 runs to win the Irani Cup, providing a perfect birthday gift for Captain Rishabh Pant. Despite Pant being sidelined with fever, the team's pacers, led by Mukesh Kumar, secured a sensational victory by adjusting their bowling strategy in the second innings. Young batter Ravichandran Smaran also played a crucial role with a superb century.

'I'm A Working Single Mom And My Daughter Is...'

'I'm A Working Single Mom And My Daughter Is...'

Rediff.com28 Sep 2026

'Being a mother is not an easy job and you are a working single mother. Give yourself some credit for managing all of this. Be proud of yourself. That positivity and confidence will naturally rub off on your daughter,' says rediffGURU Archana Deshpande.

Rakhi Sawant At Mushtaq Khan's Prayer Meet

Rakhi Sawant At Mushtaq Khan's Prayer Meet

Rediff.com1 Oct 2026

Mushtaq Khan, known for his versatile supporting roles, was remembered by the film fraternity at a prayer meet in Mumbai, following his passing on September 24.

Eyes Review: Good Intentions, Mixed Impact

Eyes Review: Good Intentions, Mixed Impact

Rediff.com6 days ago

Eyes tackles the serious issue of stalking and toxic relationships with a talented cast and a worthy premise, but its loose pacing and underdeveloped characters stop it from becoming the gripping procedural it could have been.

Ganeshotsav 2026: One Bappa, Endless Devotion

Ganeshotsav 2026: One Bappa, Endless Devotion

Rediff.com22 Sep 2026

From lifelong traditions to four generations celebrating together, these Ganeshotsav moments capture the joy of welcoming Bappa home.

RBI Brings Bank Deposits Into CAS

RBI Brings Bank Deposits Into CAS

Rediff.com7 days ago

'We see a lot of cases of bank deposits getting lost, especially when people die, so this will help address that because you have one consolidated view.'

RBI Rate Hike to Test Housing Affordability, Buyer Sentiment During Festive Season

RBI Rate Hike to Test Housing Affordability, Buyer Sentiment During Festive Season

Rediff.com7 days ago

The Reserve Bank of India's 25-basis point increase in the repo rate to 5.5 per cent is expected to exert pressure on housing affordability and buyer sentiment, particularly affecting interest rate-sensitive segments and potentially moderating sales during the crucial festival season.

What Is RCB Doing At Milan Fashion Week?

What Is RCB Doing At Milan Fashion Week?

Rediff.com29 Sep 2026

Royal Challengers Bengaluru has officially taken its fashion game from the stands to the Milan runway. In a first for an IPL franchise, RCB teamed up with PUMA and designer Dhruv Kapoor to unveil three limited-edition jackets at Milan Fashion Week.

Kerala Police Issue Warning On Rising Cyber Customer Care Scams

Kerala Police Issue Warning On Rising Cyber Customer Care Scams

Rediff.com3 Oct 2026

Keralam police have issued a public caution against cyber fraudsters who use fake customer care numbers of banks and e-commerce platforms to deceive individuals and steal their personal and financial information. Fraudsters post fake numbers online, then contact victims posing as support agents, asking them to install remote access apps or make small payments to gain access to sensitive data.

The Many Shades Of Nana Patekar

The Many Shades Of Nana Patekar

Rediff.com5 days ago

From angry young men and ruthless gangsters to comic dons and broken patriarchs, Nana Patekar made almost every shade of a character his own.

WOMEN INTERRUPTED: Building Bridges For Women To Return To The Workplace

WOMEN INTERRUPTED: Building Bridges For Women To Return To The Workplace

Rediff.com7 Oct 2026

A career break does not erase the experience that came before it. But the labour market can act as though it does. The more women invest in building professional careers, the more costly an interruption can become. How, then, do we enable women to make a comeback? Whose responsibility is it? asks Radha Roy Biswas.

Ganeshotsav 2026: From Jaipur To Nashville

Ganeshotsav 2026: From Jaipur To Nashville

Rediff.com21 Sep 2026

Ganeshotsav 2026 celebrations span Jaipur, Odisha, Goa, Mumbai, and Nashville in the USA, as devotees share heartfelt prayers, first-time experiences, and festive joy.

Pratibha Ranta Or Khushi Kapoor: Who Is A Better Manish Malhotra Princess?

Pratibha Ranta Or Khushi Kapoor: Who Is A Better Manish Malhotra Princess?

Rediff.com30 Sep 2026

When two stars wear the same designer outfit, the fun lies in seeing how differently they style it.

Rape Cases See A Surge After Nirbhaya

Rape Cases See A Surge After Nirbhaya

Rediff.com26 Sep 2026

The pendency of rape cases in courts rose from 83 per cent in 2013 to 89 per cent in 2024, while the conviction rate fell from 27 per cent to 23 per cent in the same period.

Recipe: Sanjay's Namkeen Mutton

Recipe: Sanjay's Namkeen Mutton

Rediff.com1 Oct 2026

His Namkeen Mutton is a slow-cooked Afghan-inspired recipe, tweaked for the Indian palate'

Sreeleela, Kriti Sanon Love Some Asymmetry

Sreeleela, Kriti Sanon Love Some Asymmetry

Rediff.com2 Oct 2026

Asymmetrical outfits are bringing a fun sense of drama to celebrity wardrobes, with uneven hems, cascading ruffles, diagonal drapes and unexpected cuts adding movement to every look.

Where Has Assamese Woman Deported To Bangladesh Vanished?

Where Has Assamese Woman Deported To Bangladesh Vanished?

Rediff.com3 Oct 2026

More than three months after her midnight deportation, however, the central question remains unanswered: Where is Mumtaz Begum?

Unscramble Vidya Balan's Jailer 2 Look In This Jigsaw

Unscramble Vidya Balan's Jailer 2 Look In This Jigsaw

Rediff.com30 Sep 2026

Here's a fun way to test your memory!

'Day 1 At IIT-Bombay Was Frightening'

'Day 1 At IIT-Bombay Was Frightening'

Rediff.com1 Oct 2026

'There was a huge cultural gap. I could not understand the slang, the Mumbai lingo, and would often feel left out during conversations. Since I had studied in the Hindi medium till then, I could not understand English,' says Anup Raaj, an alumnus of IIT-B and founder of InstaPreps AI, a confidence-building platform for students, and coaching institute 7Classes.

Why India Is Wooing Sri Lanka's JVP

Why India Is Wooing Sri Lanka's JVP

Rediff.com5 Oct 2026

India's ruling Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) is actively courting Sri Lanka's Janatha Vimukthi Peramuna (JVP), a Marxist party with strong Sinhalese nationalist roots, marking a significant shift in bilateral relations despite ideological differences. This engagement, highlighted by a recent high-profile visit by JVP leader Tilvin Silva, aims to foster cooperation on economic projects and address New Delhi's concerns over slow progress in India-aided initiatives in the island nation.

'Every Soldier Had To Return Home After Surgical Strikes'

'Every Soldier Had To Return Home After Surgical Strikes'

Rediff.com30 Sep 2026

'On two feet or on somebody's back, every soldier had to return'

The Social Reckoning Review: A Timely Warning

The Social Reckoning Review: A Timely Warning

Rediff.com6 days ago

The Social Reckoning may lack the crackling energy of The Social Network, but Aaron Sorkin delivers a timely warning about what happens when a world-changing platform escapes the control of its creator.