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Schools reopen in Jammu's border areas after 8 days of India-Pak tension

Schools reopen in Jammu's border areas after 8 days of India-Pak tension

Rediff.com15 May 2025

The reopening brought a sense of relief to students, teachers, and parents across the region.

PIX: Sinner whips Djokovic, meets Alcaraz in French Open final

PIX: Sinner whips Djokovic, meets Alcaraz in French Open final

Rediff.com7 Jun 2025

World number one Jannik Sinner defeated record-chasing Novak Djokovic 6-4, 7-5, 7-6(3) in a clash of generations on Friday to set up a blockbuster French Open final showdown with defending champion Carlos Alcaraz.

'I was fired without a relieving letter'

'I was fired without a relieving letter'

Rediff.com19 Jan 2024

rediffGURU Abhishek Shah advise you on how to deal with challenges at the workplace.

Huma Welcomes The Weekend In Style

Huma Welcomes The Weekend In Style

Rediff.com22 Feb 2025

Sonakshi soaks in Dubai... Madhuri's graceful photoshoot... Hina is chilling...

PIX: Chelsea, Aston Villa on course for Champions League

PIX: Chelsea, Aston Villa on course for Champions League

Rediff.com17 May 2025

Images from Friday's Premier League matches between Chelsea and Manchester United, Aston Villa and Tottenham Hotspur.

Ex-FIFA chief Blatter, Platini cleared in corruption case

Ex-FIFA chief Blatter, Platini cleared in corruption case

Rediff.com25 Mar 2025

Former FIFA president Sepp Blatter and France soccer great Michel Platini were both cleared of corruption charges by a Swiss court on Tuesday.

Asana, Week 10: How To Do Balasana

Asana, Week 10: How To Do Balasana

Rediff.com10 Mar 2025

In Week 10 of Rediff.com's Get Fit With Yoga series, Pushpa R teaches you the Balasana aka the Child's Pose.

I feel a great connection with him: Marsh on Pooran

I feel a great connection with him: Marsh on Pooran

Rediff.com28 Mar 2025

The duo also scored half-centuries in the opening game against Delhi Capitals and shared the highest stand (for second wicket) in both games.

Burnley, Leeds United secure Premier League promotion

Burnley, Leeds United secure Premier League promotion

Rediff.com22 Apr 2025

Burnley beat Sheffield United 2-1 to seal automatic promotion to the English Premier League with the result also sending Championship leaders Leeds United up alongside them.

5 injured in iron rod attack inside Golden Temple

5 injured in iron rod attack inside Golden Temple

Rediff.com14 Mar 2025

At least five people were injured after an assailant attacked people with an iron rod in the Golden Temple premises on Friday.

30 minutes, 25,000 people, and a flawless evacuation!

30 minutes, 25,000 people, and a flawless evacuation!

Rediff.com9 May 2025

We had to evacuate 25,000 people without pressing panic button: IPL chairman Dhumal

World Hypertension Day: 5 Asanas To Help Lower Blood Pressure

World Hypertension Day: 5 Asanas To Help Lower Blood Pressure

Rediff.com17 May 2025

On World Hypertension Day, Atmarpit Dr Mansiji lists five gentle yoga poses that ease stress, calm the mind, and lower blood pressure naturally

PIX: Record-breaking France win Six Nations rugby title

PIX: Record-breaking France win Six Nations rugby title

Rediff.com16 Mar 2025

France claimed their seventh Six Nations trophy in a record-strewn 35-16 victory Scotland on Saturday, shaking off their beautiful runners-up tag on a crisp evening at the Stade de France.

Axed CRPF jawan to challenge dismissal over Pak marriage

Axed CRPF jawan to challenge dismissal over Pak marriage

Rediff.com4 May 2025

Hours after being dismissed from service for 'concealing' his marriage with a Pakistani woman, Central Reserve Police Force trooper Munir Ahmed said he solemnised his marriage nearly a month after getting permission from the force's headquarters last year.

Another fake doctor surfaces in MP, this time with BJP links

Another fake doctor surfaces in MP, this time with BJP links

Rediff.com8 Apr 2025

Police have registered a cheating case against an alleged bogus doctor, who had also served as Bharatiya Janata Party Jabalpur medical cell's co-convener, after a complaint that he worked in a government hospital in Jabalpur on a fake degree, officials said.

East Bengal pip holders Odisha, win maiden IWL title

East Bengal pip holders Odisha, win maiden IWL title

Rediff.com11 Apr 2025

Twenty-one years after an East Bengal team last won a league title in Indian football, the club's women's outfit sealed the Indian Women's League (IWL) trophy with a 1-0 victory over defending champions Odisha FC in Kalyani on Friday.

Rishabh Pant - The Biggest Flop in IPL 2025?

Rishabh Pant - The Biggest Flop in IPL 2025?

Rediff.com5 May 2025

Rishabh Pant's IPL 2025 campaign hit a new low -both statistically and symbolically - on Sunday, at the HPCA Stadium in Dharamshala.

AAP, BJP trade allegations over 'fake voting' in Delhi

AAP, BJP trade allegations over 'fake voting' in Delhi

Rediff.com5 Feb 2025

As Delhi voters cast their ballots for the assembly polls on Wednesday, allegations of fake voting emerged in some parts of the national capital, including Seelampur and Kasturba Nagar.

5 Reasons Why LSG Are Struggling In IPL 2025

5 Reasons Why LSG Are Struggling In IPL 2025

Rediff.com28 Apr 2025

LSG were outplayed with both bat and ball by Mumbai Indians as some of their biggest names failed once again to deliver under pressure.

A Relieved Shreyas!

A Relieved Shreyas!

Rediff.com3 May 2022

On Monday, May 2, 2022, the Kolkata Knight Riders finally ended their losing run at the Wankhede stadium in Mumbai.

Cong replaces 6 gen secretaries in major organisational revamp

Cong replaces 6 gen secretaries in major organisational revamp

Rediff.com14 Feb 2025

In a major organisational revamp, the Congress on Friday appointed former Chhattisgarh chief minister Bhupesh Baghel as general secretary in-charge of Punjab and Rajya Sabha MP Syed Naseer Hussain as general secretary for Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh.

Guv ceases to be Chancellor of state varsities: DMK leader

Guv ceases to be Chancellor of state varsities: DMK leader

Rediff.com8 Apr 2025

The Supreme Court of India has ruled that Tamil Nadu Governor R.N. Ravi can no longer serve as chancellor of state-run universities, a decision welcomed by the ruling DMK party. The court's judgment stems from a long-standing dispute between the state government and the governor over the assent of 10 bills passed by the Tamil Nadu Assembly. The DMK alleges that the governor had obstructed the smooth functioning of universities by delaying appointments and other critical matters. The judgment paves the way for the Tamil Nadu government to appoint new chancellors for its universities, effectively removing the governor's influence in higher education.

'Nazdik Dushman -- Fire!'

'Nazdik Dushman -- Fire!'

Rediff.com27 Mar 2025

All hell broke loose. He knew the enemy was close. Then he heard the deep-throated and comforting thudding as his LMG across the stream went into action. Nanavatty was relieved that his men were in the fight with spirit.

'Rs 2 cr' vanity van near Prashant Kishor's hunger site sparks row

'Rs 2 cr' vanity van near Prashant Kishor's hunger site sparks row

Rediff.com4 Jan 2025

Prashant Kishor, founder of the Jan Suraaj Party, has been on a fast-unto-death protest in Patna, demanding the cancellation of the BPSC exam due to alleged question paper leaks. The presence of a luxury 'vanity van' near his protest site sparked controversy, with Kishor arguing that the focus should be on the future of the exam aspirants rather than his personal amenities. The district administration has declared the protest illegal and has threatened action against Kishor and his supporters.

Tariffs are integral to Trump's vision for US economy

Tariffs are integral to Trump's vision for US economy

Rediff.com23 Apr 2025

Trump may temper his approach from time to time, but to think that he will change his basic philosophy is delusional, asserts T T Ram Mohan.

Operation Sindoor: 'Escalation Can't Be Ruled Out'

Operation Sindoor: 'Escalation Can't Be Ruled Out'

Rediff.com7 May 2025

'It could take the form of sporadic LoC violation through heavy artillery and mortar fire, focusing on border villages where the Hindu Dogra population is predominant.'

Samson relieved after tense win over Punjab Kings

Samson relieved after tense win over Punjab Kings

Rediff.com14 Apr 2024

Rajasthan Royals surged to their fifth victory in six games in IPL 2024 but skipper Sanju Samson does not want to get too ambitious, as past experiences have taught him to never take things for granted.

What is behind Jaiswal's shock domestic switch to Goa

What is behind Jaiswal's shock domestic switch to Goa

Rediff.com2 Apr 2025

Jaiswal has been part of Mumbai's Ranji squad since the 2018-19 season and in 34 Ranji Trophy matches he has a first-class average of 61.65.

Inglis 'over the moon' after Australia's record run-chase

Inglis 'over the moon' after Australia's record run-chase

Rediff.com23 Feb 2025

Australia's middle order enforcer Josh Inglis said their depleted side will draw a lot of confidence after pulling off a record chase against England in their Champions Trophy opener on Saturday.

Punjab minister held 'non-existent' dept for 21 months

Punjab minister held 'non-existent' dept for 21 months

Rediff.com22 Feb 2025

Punjab cabinet minister Kuldeep Singh Dhaliwal was told he is left with only NRI Affairs portfolio as the administrative reforms department he was holding for the past nearly 21 months did not exist, according to a government notification.

Trump's Tariff Tsunami: Will India Sink or Reform?

Trump's Tariff Tsunami: Will India Sink or Reform?

Rediff.com21 Apr 2025

The Trump trade shock is a chance to push long-overdue reforms, rather than tinker with tariffs to appease the US, suggests M Govinda Rao.

Tytler and Kamal Nath are next: BJP after Sajjan Kumar's sentence

Tytler and Kamal Nath are next: BJP after Sajjan Kumar's sentence

Rediff.com25 Feb 2025

The BJP has demanded the death penalty for former Congress MP Sajjan Kumar, who was sentenced to life imprisonment for his role in the 1984 anti-Sikh riots. The party's leaders have called for the CBI to appeal the verdict, saying it was not an ordinary murder case but a genocide. The BJP has also said that the "wheels of justice" are starting to turn and that other Congress leaders involved in the riots will soon face consequences.

Former HC judge acquitted in 'cash at door' case 17 yrs later

Former HC judge acquitted in 'cash at door' case 17 yrs later

Rediff.com29 Mar 2025

Seventeen years after the cash-at-judge's door case rocked the judiciary, a special Central Bureau of Investigation court in Chandigarh on Saturday acquitted former Punjab and Haryana high court judge Nirmal Yadav and four others in the matter.

'Hope no one questions Kohli's form now'

'Hope no one questions Kohli's form now'

Rediff.com24 Feb 2025

Virat Kohli's century against Pakistan in the Champions Trophy has silenced critics who questioned his form, according to his childhood coach Rajkumar Sharma.

7 Exercises To Improve Your Core Strength

7 Exercises To Improve Your Core Strength

Rediff.com8 Apr 2025

rediffGURU Dr Shakeeb Ahmed Khan recommends exercises to recover from pain, injuries and improve overall health.

T20 World Cup: South Africa relieved to overcome Gous scare!

T20 World Cup: South Africa relieved to overcome Gous scare!

Rediff.com20 Jun 2024

Aiden Markram conceded that Andries Gous made life difficult for his side after the United States put the seasoned South Africans under tremendous stress in their T20 World Cup Super Eight match.

Asana, Week 9: How To Do Parvatasana

Asana, Week 9: How To Do Parvatasana

Rediff.com3 Mar 2025

In Week 9 of Rediff.com's Get Fit With Yoga series, rediffGURU Pushpa R teaches you the Parvatasana aka The Mountain Pose.

Kesari Chapter 2 Review: Ahistorical, But Entertaining

Kesari Chapter 2 Review: Ahistorical, But Entertaining

Rediff.com19 Apr 2025

If you disregard history and are ready to watch Kesari 2 purely as an entertainer, you are definitely going to enjoy it, feels Utkarsh Mishra.

Empty stadiums! Pakistan exit ends Champions Trophy fever

Empty stadiums! Pakistan exit ends Champions Trophy fever

Rediff.com2 Mar 2025

The ICC Champions Trophy in Pakistan has seen a decline in attendance following the early exit of the Pakistani cricket team and the start of Ramadan.

India's manufacturing growth hits six-month high in Jan

India's manufacturing growth hits six-month high in Jan

Rediff.com3 Feb 2025

India's manufacturing sector growth started the year 2025 on a strong footing and touched a six-month high in January, fuelled by the steepest upturn in exports in nearly 14 years, a monthly survey said on Monday. The seasonally adjusted HSBC India Manufacturing Purchasing Managers' Index (PMI) rose from December's one-year low of 56.4 to 57.7 in January supported by the fastest upturn in new export orders since February 2011.