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Recipe: Shumaila's Sabudana Khichdi With Toasted Walnuts

Recipe: Shumaila's Sabudana Khichdi With Toasted Walnuts

Rediff.com24 Jun 2026

Sabudana Khichdi, popular especially in western India, is often had for breakfast. It is cooked up with peanuts, cubes of potatoes, chopped green chillies and tapioca pearls. Replace the peanuts with toasted walnuts to get a different effect.

Will Nagraj Manjule Recreate Sairat Magic With Khashaba?

Will Nagraj Manjule Recreate Sairat Magic With Khashaba?

Rediff.com3 Jul 2026

The Khashaba teaser leaves behind the feeling that Marathi cinema is gearing up for something monumental, notes Mayur Sanap.

Ram Temple Donation Theft: 'The Individuals Involved Were Too Well-Placed For Anyone To Speak Up'

Ram Temple Donation Theft: 'The Individuals Involved Were Too Well-Placed For Anyone To Speak Up'

Rediff.com7 days ago

'What struck me at the time was simply the scale of it -- that something of this magnitude could be unfolding inside the Ram temple itself.' 'It was bewildering. And what troubled me further was the manner in which people were shielding it.'

'Biotech Engineering Has Significant Potential'

'Biotech Engineering Has Significant Potential'

Rediff.com24 Jun 2026

rediffGURU Nayagam PP guides aspirants on how to pick the right career course and college based on their entrance scores and aptitude.

Floating Yoga Makes Waves In Kashmir

Floating Yoga Makes Waves In Kashmir

Rediff.com19 Jun 2026

Students and water sports athletes joined Bilquees Mir for the first-ever floating yoga session on Pokhribal Lake.

Take This Bollywood Quiz NOW!

Take This Bollywood Quiz NOW!

Rediff.com18 Jun 2026

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

Jyotika's System Enjoys A Winning Evening

Jyotika's System Enjoys A Winning Evening

Rediff.com1 Jul 2026

Is one awards ceremony enough for the unending OTT content that keeps spilling into our digital platforms? Obviously not. After the seventh edition of the Iconic Gold Awards in February, the Iconic Gold Streaming Awards 2026 were held on June 30 in Mumbai.

A Double Dose Of Akshay Kumar

A Double Dose Of Akshay Kumar

Rediff.com23 Jun 2026

Before Welcome to the Jungle, here's a look at the movies where Akshay Kumar tried to entertain us in double roles.

Mid- and Small-Cap SIP Returns Rebound, Boosting MF Industry Outlook

Mid- and Small-Cap SIP Returns Rebound, Boosting MF Industry Outlook

Rediff.com2 Jul 2026

Systematic Investment Plan (SIP) returns for smallcap and midcap mutual funds have seen a significant rebound, with average one-year SIP returns now at 19.1 per cent for smallcap funds and 13.5 per cent for midcap funds, according to Value Research data. This recovery is expected to revive momentum in the retail mutual fund industry, which had experienced a moderation in growth indicators.

Heavy showers flood parts of Mumbai; road, rail traffic hit

Heavy showers flood parts of Mumbai; road, rail traffic hit

Rediff.com2 Jul 2026

Heavy rainfall has caused severe waterlogging across Mumbai, disrupting traffic and daily life. The India Meteorological Department issued a red alert for Mumbai and surrounding districts, advising precautions. Specific areas recorded over 200 mm of rainfall, and the IMD forecasts continued heavy rains for the Konkan region, Goa, South Gujarat, Odisha, and Central India.

Khamenei Funeral Signals Shift In India-Iran Relations

Khamenei Funeral Signals Shift In India-Iran Relations

Rediff.com6 Jul 2026

It is an unusual choice to depute a retired general for the funeral of a revered religious figure but a thoughtful one in an attempt to inject verve into the bilateral relationship and restore the equilibrium in India's West Asian policies, notes Ambassador M K Bhadrakumar.

BMC panel probes Mumbai tree collapse, official suspended

BMC panel probes Mumbai tree collapse, official suspended

Rediff.com1 Jul 2026

The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) has formed a two-member committee to investigate the fatal tree collapse on a school bus in Chembur, which killed a student and injured four others. An assistant garden superintendent has been suspended for alleged negligence, and the committee is tasked with recommending preventive measures.

Doctor Said She'd Never Sing Again; Then She Sang For A R Rahman

Doctor Said She'd Never Sing Again; Then She Sang For A R Rahman

Rediff.com2 Jul 2026

Meet Deepali Sahay, the singing sensation from Main Waapas Aaunga. Nearly two decades after being voted out of Indian Idol Season 3 and after almost losing her voice to bleeding vocal chords after hosting Season 4, she finally gets the break she deserved with a song for the ages.

Tell Us About Your Father/Father Figure

Tell Us About Your Father/Father Figure

Rediff.com19 Jun 2026

Tell us that one story about them that you cannot forget. Or the one thing they did for you that changed your life. Write to us at getahead@rediff.co.in (subjectline: Father's Day). Do mention your name and where you are from. Please do share pictures of your father/father figure.

Baby Do Die Do Review: Huma Qureshi's Film Doesn't Do Enough

Baby Do Die Do Review: Huma Qureshi's Film Doesn't Do Enough

Rediff.com3 Jul 2026

Baby Do Die Do struggles to find its footing as it moves from one contrived twist to another, observes Mayur Sanap.

Welcome To The Jungle Is A Hit

Welcome To The Jungle Is A Hit

Rediff.com29 Jun 2026

Welcome To The Jungle enjoys an exciting opening weekend, with a box office collection of Rs 67 crore* (Rs 670 million).

Awarapan 2 Teaser: Emraan Hashmi's Intense Return

Awarapan 2 Teaser: Emraan Hashmi's Intense Return

Rediff.com30 Jun 2026

The biggest takeaway from the Awarapan 2 teaser is Emraan Hashmi himself. Blood-soaked, bruised and burning with rage, he commands every frame with quiet intensity.

Indian-Origin Founders Build Global Space Exchange

Indian-Origin Founders Build Global Space Exchange

Rediff.com3 Jul 2026

Nebex, founded by former Axiom Space executives, aims to build commercial infrastructure for the global space economy.

Pritam And Pedro Review: Buddy Comedy Falls Flat

Pritam And Pedro Review: Buddy Comedy Falls Flat

Rediff.com3 Jul 2026

Arshad Warsi can create an air of levity around anybody but Vir Hirani's stiff screen presence as Pritam Parkar has no vibe to match his peevish, pitiable Pedro Gonsalves, observes Sukanya Verma.

Meghalaya 'Bans' Quick Commerce

Meghalaya 'Bans' Quick Commerce

Rediff.com3 Jul 2026

At the heart of the decision is concern over the survival of Meghalaya's neighbourhood retailers.

Radhika Gupta, Edelweiss: 'Hopefully, The Worst Is Behind Us'

Radhika Gupta, Edelweiss: 'Hopefully, The Worst Is Behind Us'

Rediff.com4 Jul 2026

'Investors shouldn't let fear dictate their decisions. The most important step is simply to begin investing.'

Satluj Review: Brave Political Drama

Satluj Review: Brave Political Drama

Rediff.com6 Jul 2026

Satluj is a chilling reminder of what happens when a state is allowed to become judge, jury and executioner, asserts Sreeju Sudhakaran.

Bharti Airtel Becomes India's Biggest Wealth Creator, IT Giants Lose 8.5 Trillion

Bharti Airtel Becomes India's Biggest Wealth Creator, IT Giants Lose 8.5 Trillion

Rediff.com3 Jul 2026

Bharti Airtel added 7.64 trillion in value over the past five years, making it the biggest wealth creator in India's private sector, while the IT sector, including TCS, Infosys, and Wipro, collectively lost 8.5 trillion in value, according to the latest Burgundy Private Hurun India 500 report.

Nushrratt, Huma Win Big At Awards Night

Nushrratt, Huma Win Big At Awards Night

Rediff.com25 Jun 2026

Here's a look at some of the winners of the Bollywood Hungama Style Icon Awards 2026.

UPI Transactions See Monthly Dip But Annual Growth Remains Robust

UPI Transactions See Monthly Dip But Annual Growth Remains Robust

Rediff.com1 Jul 2026

Unified Payments Interface (UPI) transactions moderated slightly in June from a record high in May, reaching Rs 28.9 lakh crore. Despite a month-on-month decrease in volume, the daily average transactions hit a new high, indicating UPI's strong adoption for low-value payments. The platform also demonstrated significant annual growth and expanding international presence.

From Ramayana to King: 20 Most Anticipated Indian Films Of 2026

From Ramayana to King: 20 Most Anticipated Indian Films Of 2026

Rediff.com6 days ago

From Ramayana Part 1 and Alpha to King and Toxic, here's why the next six months could be one of Indian cinema's most exciting line-ups in years.

'If You Can't Tell Your Family You Don't Want To Marry...'

'If You Can't Tell Your Family You Don't Want To Marry...'

Rediff.com7 days ago

'Many relationships break down because people are unable to honestly express what they feel. If someone cannot tell their family they do not want to go ahead with a marriage, the consequences can affect not only them but everyone involved.

Stock markets today: Sensex, Nifty opened in red, then recovered

Stock markets today: Sensex, Nifty opened in red, then recovered

Rediff.com29 Jun 2026

Market benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty drifted lower in early trade on Monday amid renewed hostilities between the US and Iran. The 30-share BSE Sensex declined 63.65 points to 77,047.63 during initial trading. The 50-share NSE Nifty went marginally up by 16.55 points to 24,070.20. Later, the BSE benchmark dropped 246.54 points to 76,853.93, and the Nifty dipped 50.55 points to 24,005.45. Track Sensex, Nifty on June 29.

How To Pick Smallcap Funds

How To Pick Smallcap Funds

Rediff.com26 Jun 2026

Investors now have 27 passive smallcap funds to choose from 17 index funds and 10 ETFs.

Why Modi Wants To Curb NGOs Funding

Why Modi Wants To Curb NGOs Funding

Rediff.com4 Jul 2026

Larger NGOs could no longer work with smaller ones, especially those organisations working on the ground that had no means of or expertise in raising money themselves, reveals Aakar Patel.

NBFCs show strong Q4, but near-term outlook remains cautious

NBFCs show strong Q4, but near-term outlook remains cautious

Rediff.com4 Jul 2026

Non-banking financial companies (NBFCs) reported encouraging results for Q4FY26 with improved asset quality and earnings, but analysts maintain a cautious near-term outlook due to geopolitical tensions, monsoon risks, and specific portfolio concerns.

India's Top Arms Supplier Is...

India's Top Arms Supplier Is...

Rediff.com26 Jun 2026

Europe has overtaken Asia as India's biggest arms supplier, reflecting New Delhi's evolving defence procurement strategy.

Ready For Mirzapur: The Movie?

Ready For Mirzapur: The Movie?

Rediff.com27 Jun 2026

The Mirzapur: The Movie teaser brings back the world of crime, power and revenge with Ali Fazal, Pankaj Tripathi and Divyenndu reprising their fan-favourite roles.

Security Tightens Ahead Of Amarnath Yatra

Security Tightens Ahead Of Amarnath Yatra

Rediff.com20 Jun 2026

Glimpses from heightened security preparations ahead of the annual Amarnath Yatra in Jammu and Kashmir, June 19, 2026.

Would be a great honour to captain England in Tests if offered role: Harry Brook

Would be a great honour to captain England in Tests if offered role: Harry Brook

Rediff.com1 Jul 2026

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Rajouri Terror Hunt Enters Day 23

Rajouri Terror Hunt Enters Day 23

Rediff.com16 Jun 2026

Security forces have been searching Rajouri's dense forests for ten days following intelligence about suspected terrorists hiding in the area.

Ahmed Khan: 'Tiger Shroff Seems To Have Lost His Way'

Ahmed Khan: 'Tiger Shroff Seems To Have Lost His Way'

Rediff.com29 Jun 2026

'Producers were ready to pay me obscene amounts of money because after Rangeela, they thought if they took A R Rahman and Ahmed Khan, the film would be a hit.' 'There were no imported cars then, no mobile phones or online shopping, no house to run or any big kharcha. I was rocking!'

FPIs Invest 55,518 Crore In June

FPIs Invest 55,518 Crore In June

Rediff.com1 Jul 2026

...exceeding their 49,340 crore equity selloff.

Recipes: 11 Yummy Vegetable Dishes

Recipes: 11 Yummy Vegetable Dishes

Rediff.com17 Jun 2026

Cook your summer weather sabzis before the season goes.

Theatre Legend Vijaya Mehta Passes Into The Ages

Theatre Legend Vijaya Mehta Passes Into The Ages

Rediff.com1 Jul 2026

Vijaya Mehta, a pioneering figure in modern Indian theatre and cinema, has passed away at the age of 91.