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LFW Day 3: Tejasswi Prakash Makes Workwear Look Glam

LFW Day 3: Tejasswi Prakash Makes Workwear Look Glam

Rediff.com16 Oct 2026

Tejasswi Prakash brought a dose of boardroom attitude to the runway on October 15, turning showstopper for NIF Global's The Runway presentation at Lakme Fashion Week x FDCI 2026 in New Delhi.

Little Thomas Review: Lost In Cuteness

Little Thomas Review: Lost In Cuteness

Rediff.com21 Oct 2026

Little Thomas may have its heart in the right place, but its storytelling never quite catches up with its intentions, rues Mayur Sanap.

Will Kartik Kick Like Bruce Lee, Punch Like Stallone?

Will Kartik Kick Like Bruce Lee, Punch Like Stallone?

Rediff.com17 Oct 2026

Sandeep Modi's script afford Kartik never-before action opportunities wherein he would be doing a mix of Bruce Lee and Sylvester Stallone.

Kajol, Tanishaa, Tanuja Celebrate Durga Pujo

Kajol, Tanishaa, Tanuja Celebrate Durga Pujo

Rediff.com16 Oct 2026

Kajol, Tanuja, Tanishaa Mukerji and Ayan Mukerji came together to unveil Maa Durga's idol at the 80th North Bombay Sarbojanin Durga Puja, which celebrates the spirit of tradition and family.

Can India's Fireworks Capital Take on China?

Can India's Fireworks Capital Take on China?

Rediff.com23 Oct 2026

Sivakasi, India's fireworks capital, is eyeing global markets as green crackers, rising demand and interest from overseas buyers offer a chance to challenge China's dominance.

Delhi school stabbing: Class 12 student murdered after row over shoe

Delhi school stabbing: Class 12 student murdered after row over shoe

Rediff.com18 Oct 2026

A 17-year-old Class 12 student was allegedly stabbed to death outside a government school in southwest Delhi's Mohan Garden area. The incident, which occurred on October 14, stemmed from an altercation over school shoes. Police have apprehended five individuals, including three minors, in connection with the murder.

Was Tiger Shroff's Well-known Football Routine Exploited?

Was Tiger Shroff's Well-known Football Routine Exploited?

Rediff.com19 Oct 2026

Sunday's shooting incident in Juhu has raised questions about the security risks faced by Bollywood actor Tiger Shroff, whose predictable Sunday football routine and approachable nature with fans may have made him vulnerable to attack.

Dead letter box used to pass on weapons for Tiger Shroff attack

Dead letter box used to pass on weapons for Tiger Shroff attack

Rediff.com21 Oct 2026

Investigators probing the firing incident involving actor Tiger Shroff's car have uncovered details of an alleged weapons supply network, including the use of a 'dead letter box' system in Amritsar to collect firearms. Two accused, Kunal and Sumit, allegedly collected the weapons, with Anil Pandit orchestrating the operation and paying individuals, including two women, to transport them to Mumbai.

The Art Of Doing Nothing At Work

The Art Of Doing Nothing At Work

Rediff.com21 Oct 2026

Some lessons about patience are taught not by monks or teachers, but by government offices, one slow afternoon at a time, reveals Binu Alex.

Spotted In Parmarth Niketan: Jagdeep Dhankhar!

Spotted In Parmarth Niketan: Jagdeep Dhankhar!

Rediff.com6 Oct 2026

Sightings of Jagdeep Dhankhar are rare ever since he left the vice president's office. Dhankhar and his wife Dr Sudesh were spotted at the Parmarth Niketan ashram in Rishikesh on Monday, Ocrober 5, 2026, where the couple met Swami Chidanand Saraswati and Sadhvi Bhagwati Saraswati.

How Are You Really Feeling? Take This Quiz To Find Out

How Are You Really Feeling? Take This Quiz To Find Out

Rediff.com10 Oct 2026

Anu Krishna, mind coach and co-founder of Unfear Changemakers, invites you to take this quiz to better understand your mental health.

Navratri Day 9: Samantha, Karisma's Peacock Green Looks

Navratri Day 9: Samantha, Karisma's Peacock Green Looks

Rediff.com19 Oct 2026

Navratri is almost at its grand finale, and Day 9 deserves a colour that knows how to make an entrance. Enter peacock green, a rich blue-green shade that represents growth, harmony and renewal, while its blue undertones evoke calm, depth and devotion.

How Wadhwani AI Uses AI To Predict Disease Outbreaks

How Wadhwani AI Uses AI To Predict Disease Outbreaks

Rediff.com14 Oct 2026

Wadhwani AI is working on a 'vulnerability mapping' project which determines the probability of a disease breaking out in a particular area during a particular season or time.

Unscramble The Nakhrewaalii Jigsaw Puzzle

Unscramble The Nakhrewaalii Jigsaw Puzzle

Rediff.com14 Oct 2026

Here's a fun way to test your memory!

Peaceful protest is fundamental right, but...: Bombay HC

Peaceful protest is fundamental right, but...: Bombay HC

Rediff.com19 Oct 2026

The Bombay High Court has observed that while peaceful demonstration is a fundamental right, factors like a protestor's credentials and public inconvenience must be considered before restricting police action. The court directed the Maharashtra government to respond to petitions alleging illegal detention during recent anti-CEC protests and also noted the need to consider protesters' antecedents.

Jailer 2 Leads Box Office, Nayyi Navelli-Prahaar Follow

Jailer 2 Leads Box Office, Nayyi Navelli-Prahaar Follow

Rediff.com19 Oct 2026

Rajinikanth's latest film Jailer 2 has defied expectations by achieving a remarkable score at the box office over its extended four-day weekend, despite a limited release and competition from new Bollywood offerings.

India's New Zealand Tour: A Mirror To Indian Cricket

India's New Zealand Tour: A Mirror To Indian Cricket

Rediff.com21 Oct 2026

The real victory in New Zealand is not about winning every match but returning from it knowing exactly what kind of team India should have for the future, points out K R Nayar.

Online Shopping Scams: How To Stay Safe

Online Shopping Scams: How To Stay Safe

Rediff.com14 Oct 2026

Fake web sites, counterfeit goods, bogus delivery charges and fraudulent customer support agents are common warning signs.

'Murugan Was Told To Quit'

'Murugan Was Told To Quit'

Rediff.com22 Oct 2026

'Murugan did not come back voluntarily. He was asked to leave. He had a lucky run as a minister.'

Ex-soldier hires hitmen to murder cousin's wife over land dispute; held

Ex-soldier hires hitmen to murder cousin's wife over land dispute; held

Rediff.com20 Oct 2026

A former Indian Army man, Sandeep, and two hired hitmen, Anuj and Avnish, have been arrested in Gurugram for the murder of Sandeep's cousin's 35-year-old wife, Neetu. The motive behind the crime was a land dispute, as Neetu had opposed the sale of land at a price Sandeep had agreed upon. The police solved the case within 12 hours of the victim's last rites, revealing that the accused had planned the murder, conducting a recce and then strangling Neetu on October 16.

Recipe: Chef Varun's Walnuts Chowpatty Bhel Puri

Recipe: Chef Varun's Walnuts Chowpatty Bhel Puri

Rediff.com7 Oct 2026

Give the classic Mumbai street-food favourite a delicious makeover with walnuts. Chef Varun Inamdar's Walnuts Chowpatty Bhel Puri brings together crunchy puffed rice, tangy chutneys, and walnuts for an irresistible mix of flavours and textures.

Anil Sharma: 'Nana Patekar Would Cut My Hair'

Anil Sharma: 'Nana Patekar Would Cut My Hair'

Rediff.com12 Oct 2026

'Nana Patekar was an amazing actor, and human being.'

Can Tight Rubber Bands Cause Hair Fall?

Can Tight Rubber Bands Cause Hair Fall?

Rediff.com8 Oct 2026

'Tight hairbands pulled into a ponytail can cause hair fall,' warns rediffGURU Dr Deepa Suvarna, a paediatrician with 25 years of experience.

Graduate Employment Rises, But Job Seekers Fall

Graduate Employment Rises, But Job Seekers Fall

Rediff.com20 Oct 2026

The lack of faster growth in salaried jobs may well account for the degrowth in the unemployed educated population who are actively seeking jobs.

Active Vs Passive Funds: How To Choose?

Active Vs Passive Funds: How To Choose?

Rediff.com16 Oct 2026

Active and passive funds offer different advantages across market-cap segments, making a mix of both a sensible portfolio strategy.

'Don't Push Me For Non-Veg... Veg Market Is Too Huge'

'Don't Push Me For Non-Veg... Veg Market Is Too Huge'

Rediff.com6 Oct 2026

How India's Jumbo King Is Taking On McDonalds And Burger King Without Selling Chicken Burgers.

'Staying Away From Parents Was The Best Decision'

'Staying Away From Parents Was The Best Decision'

Rediff.com14 Oct 2026

In Rediff's series on modern marriages, Pratik, 36, tells Rediff's Divya Nair how the difficult decision to stay away from both sets of parents, among other things, helped strengthen their marriage.

Bollywood Asks The Question On Everyone's Mind: 'Why Target Tiger?'

Bollywood Asks The Question On Everyone's Mind: 'Why Target Tiger?'

Rediff.com19 Oct 2026

'This is a never-before-seen phenomenon.' 'Instead of violence relating to extortion, contract killings, settlements etc for the first time ever, they seem to be wanting to kill for vanity and pride.'

Rohini Hattangadi, Varsha Usgaonkar At Nana Patekar Prayer Meet

Rohini Hattangadi, Varsha Usgaonkar At Nana Patekar Prayer Meet

Rediff.com15 Oct 2026

A prayer meet was held in Mumbai to honour Nana Patekar, with Rohini Hattangadi, Shivaji Satam and Maharashtra FDA Commissioner Tukaram Mundhe attending to pay their respects.

'I'm In Love With A Mother Of A Two Year Old'

'I'm In Love With A Mother Of A Two Year Old'

Rediff.com5 Oct 2026

'This is a very dangerous situation where the chances of your getting hurt are almost 100 per cent,' warns rediffGURU Ravi Mittal, a dating coach and CEO of online dating website Quack Quack and Rebounce, a matrimony platform.

Direct Tax Collection Jumps 13.21% to Rs 13.38 Lakh Crore by Mid-October

Direct Tax Collection Jumps 13.21% to Rs 13.38 Lakh Crore by Mid-October

Rediff.com15 Oct 2026

India's net direct tax collection witnessed a robust 13.21 per cent increase, reaching approximately Rs 13.38 lakh crore between April 1 and October 14, primarily fuelled by a strong performance in corporate tax mop-up.

Victoria's Secret Fashion Show 2026: Kylie's 50 Million Bra To Barbara's Postpartum Walk

Victoria's Secret Fashion Show 2026: Kylie's 50 Million Bra To Barbara's Postpartum Walk

Rediff.com19 Oct 2026

The Victoria's Secret Fashion Show returned to the spotlight in Los Angeles on October 18, bringing together some of the world's biggest models and music stars for a night of high-octane glamour.

Reader Invite: Share Your Tribute To Jeffrey Archer

Reader Invite: Share Your Tribute To Jeffrey Archer

Rediff.com6 Oct 2026

Write to us at getahead@rediff.co.in (subject: My tribute to Jeffrey Archer). Don't forget to include your name and where you are from.

Buying A Car This Festive Season? Avoid These Loan Mistakes

Buying A Car This Festive Season? Avoid These Loan Mistakes

Rediff.com21 Oct 2026

Choose a car loan that fits your budget, keeps EMIs manageable and saves you money on interest, not just one with attractive festive offers.

Want To Personalise Your Luxury Car?

Want To Personalise Your Luxury Car?

Rediff.com22 Oct 2026

Luxury car buyers in India are spending lakhs -- and sometimes crores -- to make their cars truly their own, turning personalisation into a growing business opportunity for automakers.

'You Can't Ignore America'

'You Can't Ignore America'

Rediff.com13 Oct 2026

'Indian IT firms must hire and train more Americans while reducing dependence on sending employees from India to the US.'

The Rescue Mission That Came Full Circle

The Rescue Mission That Came Full Circle

Rediff.com16 Oct 2026

For nearly three decades, the two sides of the story had existed independently. One had been recorded in a pilot's logbook; the other carried in the memory of a young boy who had survived a terrible accident, recalls Air Commodore Nitin Sathe (retd).

Mini Car Sales Surge 86% as India's Auto Market Rebounds

Mini Car Sales Surge 86% as India's Auto Market Rebounds

Rediff.com16 Oct 2026

India's entry-level passenger vehicle market is experiencing a significant recovery, with mini car wholesales surging 86.3 per cent year-on-year in the first half of FY27, driven by improved affordability and stronger overall demand.

Reliance welcomes Starlink competition, insists on adherence to Indian laws

Reliance welcomes Starlink competition, insists on adherence to Indian laws

Rediff.com16 Oct 2026

Reliance Industries Ltd (RIL) has publicly welcomed competition from Elon Musk's Starlink in the satellite communications sector, asserting that all players, including Jio, must abide by Indian laws and policies.

Tiger Shroff Shooting: 'Scare One Big Star, Extort Money From The Rest'

Tiger Shroff Shooting: 'Scare One Big Star, Extort Money From The Rest'

Rediff.com19 Oct 2026

'It is possible that the attackers might have been ordered not to kill.'