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Take The Bollywood Dance Quiz

Take The Bollywood Dance Quiz

Rediff.com6 days ago

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

Phuket flight incident: Air India pilot tests positive for marijuana

Phuket flight incident: Air India pilot tests positive for marijuana

Rediff.com15 hours ago

The pilot-in-command of an Air India Phuket-Delhi flight that experienced a sudden 300-foot altitude drop last week has tested positive for a psychoactive substance, identified by sources as marijuana, in a confirmatory test. This development comes as Civil Aviation Minister K Rammohan Naidu met with Air India executives to discuss the serious incident, which left 24 people injured.

GalaxEye Buys StarOps, Expands Space Capabilities

GalaxEye Buys StarOps, Expands Space Capabilities

Rediff.com1 days ago

'From day one, our vision has been to build a company that develops and owns the technologies defining the future of space.'

Another aircraft mishap at Baramati airstrip raises safety questions

Another aircraft mishap at Baramati airstrip raises safety questions

Rediff.com2 days ago

On January 28 this year, a private charter plane carrying then Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar and four others crashed near the Baramati airstrip, killing all on board.

11-YO Bodhana, 17-YO Shreyas create history at British Chess Champs

11-YO Bodhana, 17-YO Shreyas create history at British Chess Champs

Rediff.com1 days ago

Indian-origin chess prodigies Bodhana Sivanandan, 11, and Shreyas Royal, 17, have made history by winning the 2026 British Chess Championships. Bodhana became Britain's youngest-ever Women's chess champion, while Royal scooped the overall British title, establishing their status as emerging world-class talents.

'Kohli a great role model; lot of players want to emulate him': V V S Laxman

'Kohli a great role model; lot of players want to emulate him': V V S Laxman

Rediff.com2 days ago

VVS Laxman, head of the BCCI's Centre of Excellence, lauded Virat Kohli as an 'exemplary professional' and 'great role model' for his consistent high standards.

Saaraa Khan Is A Real Life Doll

Saaraa Khan Is A Real Life Doll

Rediff.com6 days ago

As Saaraa Khan turns 37, one thing hasn't changed: her love for fun silhouettes, candy-coloured hues and unapologetically glamorous fashion.

The Film That Cost My Family Its Home

The Film That Cost My Family Its Home

Rediff.com1 days ago

My family produced a Malayalam movie in 1986. It had big actors in it. The songs were sung by K J Yesudas himself. The film starred two newcomers as the lead pair. It bombed.

Partner held 7 months after Indian woman's murder in Toronto

Partner held 7 months after Indian woman's murder in Toronto

Rediff.com2 days ago

Abdul Ghafoori has been arrested in Toronto for the alleged first-degree murder of his partner, Indian national Himanshi Khurana. Ghafoori was apprehended at a Toronto airport after being on the run for over seven months. Khurana was found dead in December last year, and police had identified Ghafoori as a suspect in her homicide.

Shivakumar heads to Delhi amid cabinet portfolio talks, reshuffle buzz

Shivakumar heads to Delhi amid cabinet portfolio talks, reshuffle buzz

Rediff.com2 days ago

Karnataka Chief Minister D K Shivakumar is in New Delhi to discuss the allocation of portfolios among newly inducted ministers and address discontent among legislators who missed out on cabinet berths. Speculation also surrounds a potential minor cabinet reshuffle and the appointment of a woman minister to the lone vacant position, with the CM aiming to finalise these decisions before the state Legislature's monsoon session.

From 40 acres to CoE: How Jay Shah brought BCCI's vision to life

From 40 acres to CoE: How Jay Shah brought BCCI's vision to life

Rediff.com1 days ago

The Board of Control for Cricket in India's (BCCI) Centre of Excellence, a state-of-the-art cricketing facility, is nearing its second anniversary, with BCCI Secretary Devajit Saikia and former India cricketer VVS Laxman crediting former BCCI Secretary Jay Shah's pivotal role in its establishment.

Hamstring Injury Sidelines Jemimah Rodrigues From The Hundred

Hamstring Injury Sidelines Jemimah Rodrigues From The Hundred

Rediff.com3 days ago

Indian batter Jemimah Rodrigues has been ruled out of The Hundred tournament due to a hamstring injury. This injury puts her participation in the upcoming Women's T20 Asia Cup in doubt, as she has less than three weeks to recover.

Dinesh Trivedi's Dhaka Challenge Has Begun

Dinesh Trivedi's Dhaka Challenge Has Begun

Rediff.com4 days ago

Dinesh Trivedi's success or failure in this fragile diplomatic equilibrium will have consequences extending well beyond the Indian high commission in Dhaka. It will shape India's eastern strategic environment for years to come.

Manush Shah: UTT success provides 'perfect platform' for Asian Games

Manush Shah: UTT success provides 'perfect platform' for Asian Games

Rediff.com1 days ago

India's top paddler Manush Shah believes the Butterfly Ultimate Table Tennis (UTT) campaign has significantly boosted team chemistry and momentum, providing a 'perfect platform' for the upcoming Asian Games.

How Ordinary Indians Brought A Mighty Empire To Its Knees

How Ordinary Indians Brought A Mighty Empire To Its Knees

Rediff.com4 days ago

What Every Indian Must Know About the Quit India Movement.

East Bengal Face Crucial AFC Champions League Two Qualifier

East Bengal Face Crucial AFC Champions League Two Qualifier

Rediff.com1 days ago

Reigning Indian Super League champions East Bengal are set to face Kuwaiti league runners-up Al Arabi SC in a critical AFC Champions League Two preliminary-stage knockout fixture. The single-leg qualifier will determine a spot in the group stage, with East Bengal navigating squad challenges under new coach Antonio Lopez Habas.

TN assembly mandates state anthem at all official events

TN assembly mandates state anthem at all official events

Rediff.com2 days ago

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay has moved a government resolution mandating the rendition of Tamil Thaai Vazhthu at the commencement of all government events, emphasising the state's linguistic and cultural rights amidst a Union Home Affairs Ministry advisory on Vande Mataram.

Manas Dhamne gets maiden Davis Cup call-up for South Korea tie

Manas Dhamne gets maiden Davis Cup call-up for South Korea tie

Rediff.com1 days ago

Manas Dhamne has received his first call-up to India's main Davis Cup squad for the Qualifiers Round 2 tie against South Korea in Seoul on September 18-19, joining a core team that recently secured a historic win over the Netherlands.

India Plans 300 Satellites, Space Station By 2035

India Plans 300 Satellites, Space Station By 2035

Rediff.com2 days ago

'The prime minister has given us the task of taking at least 300 satellites to orbit in the next five to six years.'

The Rediff Podcast: The Bollywood You Didn't Know!!!

The Rediff Podcast: The Bollywood You Didn't Know!!!

Rediff.com5 days ago

'Rajesh Khanna's fall was because of his arrogance. Once he spoke ill about me, behind my back. Later, he called me to his room and said sorry. But it hurt a lot.'

Shiprocket to use IPO funds for AI push, eyes broader merchant operating system

Shiprocket to use IPO funds for AI push, eyes broader merchant operating system

Rediff.com20 hours ago

Shiprocket plans to allocate a significant portion of its IPO proceeds towards artificial intelligence (AI), aiming to evolve its e-commerce enablement platform into a comprehensive operating system for merchants, enabling conversational commands and reducing manual tasks.

Gold prices increasingly driven by inflation, monetary policy, not just war: Report

Gold prices increasingly driven by inflation, monetary policy, not just war: Report

Rediff.com2 days ago

A new report by Motilal Oswal Financial Services Ltd (MOFSL) indicates that inflation, interest rates, and monetary policy have become more significant drivers of gold prices than traditional geopolitical conflicts, with markets increasingly focusing on these economic factors.

Raja Raghuvanshi's brothers held for illegal booze sale

Raja Raghuvanshi's brothers held for illegal booze sale

Rediff.com3 days ago

The elder brothers of Indore businessman Raja Raghuvanshi, who was murdered in Meghalaya, along with three employees of their eatery, have been preventively arrested for allegedly illegally serving liquor and failing to provide information to the police. Cases have been registered under the Excise Act and Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita.

5 Workplace Habits That Lead To Burnout

5 Workplace Habits That Lead To Burnout

Rediff.com1 days ago

Employees never truly disconnect from their minds, which leads to chronic stress, poor sleep and lower productivity levels, says Kumar Rajagopalan, vice president-strategic initiatives and head of operations of Dexian India.

India batting coach names stars who impressed in warm-up

India batting coach names stars who impressed in warm-up

Rediff.com2 days ago

India's batting coach Sitanshu Kotak lauded the team's productive warm-up victory against Sri Lanka, highlighting strong performances from both batters and bowlers, including Shubman Gill's quick 44 and Devdutt Padikkal's unbeaten 142, which set a positive tone for the upcoming two-match Test series.

Cricket Scotland, Dutch Cricket Association slam ICC over 2027 World Cup format changes

Cricket Scotland, Dutch Cricket Association slam ICC over 2027 World Cup format changes

Rediff.com1 days ago

Cricket Scotland and the Royal Dutch Cricket Association have strongly criticised the International Cricket Council's decision to implement significant structural changes to the 2027 ODI World Cup qualification pathway and tournament format, stating it 'risk weakening the integrity and credibility of international cricket'.

The Valley Blooms in Purple

The Valley Blooms in Purple

Rediff.com3 Aug 2026

Umar Ganie captures the blooming lavender fields, often called India's Purple Paradise, in Ganderbal, central Kashmir.

Indian Golfers Diksha Dagar And Aditi Ashok Hold Strong At London Championship

Indian Golfers Diksha Dagar And Aditi Ashok Hold Strong At London Championship

Rediff.com2 days ago

Indian golfers Diksha Dagar and Aditi Ashok have maintained their positions within the top-20 at the London Championship after the third round. Diksha Dagar carded a 1-over 72 to stay T-19, while Aditi Ashok also finished T-19 with a 73. Pranavi Urs, however, dropped to T-38. Canada's Anna Huang leads the tournament with a dominant 19-under-par score.

Basant Kumar, Shahnavaz Khan Script History With Medals At U-20 World Athletics

Basant Kumar, Shahnavaz Khan Script History With Medals At U-20 World Athletics

Rediff.com2 days ago

Basant Kumar Meghwal and Shahnavaz Khan became the first Indians to win a medal each in high jump and long jump at the World Athletics Under-20 Championships.

Jharkhand govt urges Mahto to end fast after his health deteriorates

Jharkhand govt urges Mahto to end fast after his health deteriorates

Rediff.com2 days ago

The Jharkhand government is holding fresh talks with students protesting alleged recruitment exam irregularities, including a hunger striker whose health has deteriorated. Despite multiple rounds of discussions, protesters vow to continue their agitation and plan a march to the Assembly if demands are not met.

East Bengal FC Vs Al-Arabi SC: Ticket Details For Crucial Continental Match

East Bengal FC Vs Al-Arabi SC: Ticket Details For Crucial Continental Match

Rediff.com3 days ago

East Bengal FC is set to face Kuwait's Al-Arabi SC in a pivotal AFC Champions League Two preliminary-stage match at Salt Lake Stadium, with tickets starting from Rs 149. This high-stakes fixture will determine the Indian Super League champions' continental future, offering a chance to secure a spot in the ACL Two 2026-27 group stage or drop into the AFC Challenge League.

Mystery Of The Sun Solved?

Mystery Of The Sun Solved?

Rediff.com5 days ago

Scientists discover tiny whirlpool-like swirls on the Sun that could explain solar activity, improve space weather research and solve a decades-old solar mystery.

Sarla Aviation Secures Design Organisation Approval For Indigenous Electric Air Taxis

Sarla Aviation Secures Design Organisation Approval For Indigenous Electric Air Taxis

Rediff.com1 days ago

Bengaluru-based electric air taxi startup Sarla Aviation has received Design Organisation Approval (DOA) from the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA), a crucial step towards commercial production of its indigenous electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) aircraft. The company also inaugurated its new headquarters and announced partnerships, highlighting India's growing capabilities in advanced aerospace technology.

'Honey-trapped' IAF officer held for leaking defence data to Pak operative

'Honey-trapped' IAF officer held for leaking defence data to Pak operative

Rediff.com3 days ago

A serving Indian Air Force officer faces arrest and charges under the Official Secrets Act for allegedly sharing sensitive military information after being honey-trapped by a Pakistani intelligence operative on social media.

'It will take time': Chadwick on women reaching F1

'It will take time': Chadwick on women reaching F1

Rediff.com1 days ago

Jamie Chadwick, a triple W Series champion, believes that increasing female participation at grassroots levels is crucial for women to reach the top echelons of motorsport. She highlights the importance of creating welcoming environments for young girls in karting and addresses the historical disparity, noting that it has been 50 years since a woman last raced in Formula One. Chadwick is confident that new initiatives will lead to a higher quality of female drivers in the coming years, despite the overall growth in talent across the sport.

Kerala teacher suspended over Savarkar 'freedom fighter' quiz question

Kerala teacher suspended over Savarkar 'freedom fighter' quiz question

Rediff.com2 days ago

A school teacher in Kerala has been suspended after a controversial question in a Social Science Club Freedom Quiz 2026 questionnaire identified V D Savarkar as the freedom fighter who received the maximum punishment from the British. The incident in Kasaragod district sparked widespread protests and criticism from Left organisations, leading to an inquiry and disciplinary action.

24,000 Manipur violence-hit families yet to get aid? SC seeks verification

24,000 Manipur violence-hit families yet to get aid? SC seeks verification

Rediff.com1 days ago

The Supreme Court on Monday asked an apex court-appointed committee to verify claims that around 24,000 families affected by the 2023 Manipur ethnic violence are yet to receive benefits under government rehabilitation and welfare schemes.

In a first, 92 Maoist-free Bastar villages to celebrate I-Day

In a first, 92 Maoist-free Bastar villages to celebrate I-Day

Rediff.com3 days ago

Ninety-two remote villages in Chhattisgarh's Bastar region, once a Maoist stronghold, will hoist the national flag for the first time since Independence on August 15. This historic event signifies the end of left-wing extremism in these areas, with the state government leading an extensive campaign to foster national pride.

Can Damp Clothes Cause Fungal Infections?

Can Damp Clothes Cause Fungal Infections?

Rediff.com1 days ago

The damp, humid monsoon weather can increase the risk of infections, warns Dr Ritika Shanmugam, founder, chief dermatologist and director of Skin Hair Aesthetics.

Avika Gor: 'Khatron Ke Khiladi 15 Tests Every Bit Of You'

Avika Gor: 'Khatron Ke Khiladi 15 Tests Every Bit Of You'

Rediff.com6 days ago

'Khatron Ke Khiladi is a show where people get to see a side of me, which is courageous and daring. It was a surprise for me. I got to know what I was capable of.'