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'Israel Is Weaponising Hunger'

'Israel Is Weaponising Hunger'

Rediff.com9 Oct 2025

'Famine in Gaza is not a failure of logistics or aid. What is to blame is deliberate starvation caused by a brutal war.' 'Any child dying in a war zone is a vote of no confidence against humanity.'

Odisha's Favourite Kakara Pitha Recipe

Odisha's Favourite Kakara Pitha Recipe

Rediff.com19 Sep 2025

Odisha's special occasion dessert.

Has Vijay Changed After Karur Stampede?

Has Vijay Changed After Karur Stampede?

Rediff.com25 Oct 2025

Vijay, despite the loud message from his delayed arrival at the road-show/stampede venue, and more so his continued inaccessibility for fans-turned-cadres after graduating from a super-star to a political party leader with electoral ambitions, refuses to change. Or, so it seems, observes N Sathiya Moorthy.

Surya defends Bumrah: He is not a robot

Surya defends Bumrah: He is not a robot

Rediff.com22 Sep 2025

Despite over-utilising his craft, Bumrah chased shadows of his past self and returned with figures of 0/45.

10 Everyday Habits That Harm Your Brain

10 Everyday Habits That Harm Your Brain

Rediff.com1 Oct 2025

Certain everyday habits -- like poor sleep, stress and multitasking -- can quietly weaken your brain. Making simple lifestyle can help protect your mental health.

Surya's sweet gesture lights up Omani camp!

Surya's sweet gesture lights up Omani camp!

Rediff.com20 Sep 2025

Suryakumar Yadav is known for his cheerful personality and friendly nature and on Friday evening, the Indian T20 skipper lit up the faces of the Oman players with a simple act of generosity that went far beyond the outcome of the Asia Cup game.

Is this medicine harmful during pregnancy? Trump links it to autism

Is this medicine harmful during pregnancy? Trump links it to autism

Rediff.com23 Sep 2025

In contrast to Trump's strong warnings, the FDA's current position remains more measured. In a recent letter to physicians, the agency stated that "a causal relationship has not been established" between acetaminophen use during pregnancy and autism, and acknowledged the existence of "contrary studies in the scientific literature."

'Band-aid' solution: Oppn on PM's address to nation on GST

'Band-aid' solution: Oppn on PM's address to nation on GST

Rediff.com21 Sep 2025

The Congress party has criticized Prime Minister Narendra Modi's handling of GST reforms, calling them inadequate and demanding an apology for the tax imposed on essential items. They argue that the reforms are merely a 'band-aid' solution and that the government should address the states' demand for extended compensation.

Omar Yaghi: The Live-Wire Nobel Laureate

Omar Yaghi: The Live-Wire Nobel Laureate

Rediff.com21 Oct 2025

'It was from him I learnt that if you gave the student the freedom to find his own path, he would be more courageous to experiment.'

Payslip To Pension To Long-Term Wealth: How EPF Works

Payslip To Pension To Long-Term Wealth: How EPF Works

Rediff.com9 Oct 2025

A 10-part series that explains all you want to know about how India's EPF turns a slice of your monthly salary into long-term savings, pension, and life insurance.

Rs 40K Salary Can Make You A Crorepati!

Rs 40K Salary Can Make You A Crorepati!

Rediff.com15 Oct 2025

You don't need a six-figure salary to build wealth -- you need discipline and a smart plan, says Ramalingam Kalirajan. and shows you how

'At 101, He Was Ready To Go To Jail'

'At 101, He Was Ready To Go To Jail'

Rediff.com12 Oct 2025

'I dreaded meeting him these days because every time he'd say: We have to fight this government, even if it means going to jail.' 'He'd been in jails run by the British, he'd also been in jails in independent India, now he was ready to go to jail under this government.'

'Phenomenal Abhishek will blow cricketing world apart'

'Phenomenal Abhishek will blow cricketing world apart'

Rediff.com22 Sep 2025

'I think he is going to carry Yuvraj's legacy forward. He is a phenomenal talent.'

Fearless, Dominant, Unstoppable: India Beat Pakistan Again

Fearless, Dominant, Unstoppable: India Beat Pakistan Again

Rediff.com22 Sep 2025

Gambhir Leads Chorus as Cricket Fraternity Hails India's Triumph

Execution key as Kuldeep bamboozles Pak batters

Execution key as Kuldeep bamboozles Pak batters

Rediff.com15 Sep 2025

'To be honest against Pakistan, my job was just to see who is batting and react accordingly. I had my plans and executed them.'

You added spice to retweet on farmers' protest, SC tells Kangana

You added spice to retweet on farmers' protest, SC tells Kangana

Rediff.com12 Sep 2025

The Supreme Court told actor and BJP MP Kangana Ranaut that she had "added spice" to a retweet during the 2020-21 farmers' protest, leading her to withdraw her plea for quashing a defamation complaint.

26/11 Hero Bajrang Singh's Downfall And Capture

26/11 Hero Bajrang Singh's Downfall And Capture

Rediff.com4 Oct 2025

How a Legendary Commando's Downfall Began with a Simple Meal: The Tale of Bajrang Singh's Capture.

'Prime Minister's Inclusion Is A Constitutional Mockery'

'Prime Minister's Inclusion Is A Constitutional Mockery'

Rediff.com22 Aug 2025

'This type of comprehensive legislation has never been introduced before in Parliament's history.' 'A bill that simultaneously affects ministers, chief ministers, and the prime minister represents completely uncharted Constitutional territory.' 'Throughout our nation's legislative history, the established policy has consistently held that public office holders should face punishment only after receiving conviction from a competent court of law. Without this safeguard, we risk systematic destabilisation, and our federal structure would face complete collapse.' 'Any central government could potentially deploy this legislation against state governments they oppose politically. This represents the most frightening prospect and dangerous possibility that these bills create.'

Ton-man Jurel '100 per cent ready to grab opportunities'

Ton-man Jurel '100 per cent ready to grab opportunities'

Rediff.com3 Oct 2025

'It's about the huge privilege even if you are not getting the chance (to play), you are (still getting to be) with the squad. How many get to be with the squad and how many (get to) play Test cricket?'

SAFF U17 C'ship: India hammer Maldives in commanding win

SAFF U17 C'ship: India hammer Maldives in commanding win

Rediff.com16 Sep 2025

The India U-17 men's national team began their SAFF U17 Championship title defence in an emphatic fashion, cruising to a 6-0 victory over Maldives in their opening Group B match in Colombo on Tuesday.

Deeptech Now Dominates Indian VC Portfolios

Deeptech Now Dominates Indian VC Portfolios

Rediff.com26 Sep 2025

Deep-tech now forms over half of VC portfolios in India as firms like Cornerstone, Unicorn India Ventures and All in Capital back startups combining research with scalable models

Can India's women end 12 World Cup drought at home?

Can India's women end 12 World Cup drought at home?

Rediff.com15 Sep 2025

India, who have never won the ODI World Cup in any of its previous 12 editions, will co-host the eight-team tournament with Sri Lanka with all eyes on Harmanpreet Kaur and Co. to end the long wait for a title.

'Pakistan were ready to shake hands but India...'

'Pakistan were ready to shake hands but India...'

Rediff.com15 Sep 2025

Pakistan head coach Mike Hesson expressed disappointment about India refraining from engaging in the customary handshake when his side made attempts towards it after the end of the match.

Trump's 100% tariff on pharma unlikely to hurt domestic industry: Experts

Trump's 100% tariff on pharma unlikely to hurt domestic industry: Experts

Rediff.com26 Sep 2025

Indian Pharmaceutical Alliance (IPA) on Friday said US President Donald Trump's move to impose 100 per cent import tariffs on pharmaceutical drugs from October 1 will impact only patented and branded products, not generic medicines.

Bollywood's OG Dancing Superstar

Bollywood's OG Dancing Superstar

Rediff.com6 Oct 2025

Dinesh Raheja salutes Sandhya, the acclaimed dancer who passed into the ages on October 4.

How Abhishek hit Pakistan where it hurts!

How Abhishek hit Pakistan where it hurts!

Rediff.com22 Sep 2025

I didn't like the way Pakistan players coming at us for no reason: Abhishek on aggressive batting

6 TOEFL Changes: How It Will Help You Perform Better

6 TOEFL Changes: How It Will Help You Perform Better

Rediff.com3 Oct 2025

ETS introduces adaptive TOEFL, fairness protocols and faster scores to ease global students' stress and test anxiety.

Any Sir Creek move by Pak will change its history, geography, warns Rajnath

Any Sir Creek move by Pak will change its history, geography, warns Rajnath

Rediff.com2 Oct 2025

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh says India achieved all objectives of Operation Sindoor, emphasizing that escalating the situation to war with Pakistan was not the aim. He highlighted India's fight against cross-border terrorism and the successful exposure of Pakistan's air defense system.

Indian Growth Fuels Far-Right Rallies In Australia

Indian Growth Fuels Far-Right Rallies In Australia

Rediff.com1 Sep 2025

One flyer read: 'More Indians in 5 years, than Greeks and Italians in 100', adding, 'This isn't a slight cultural change, it's a replacement plain and simple'.

Thane court acquits all 17 accused in 2015 rioting case

Thane court acquits all 17 accused in 2015 rioting case

Rediff.com14 Sep 2025

A Thane court acquitted 17 individuals accused of rioting in 2015, citing insufficient evidence, failure of identification, and investigative lapses. The prosecution's case relied heavily on police testimonies and video recordings deemed inadmissible.

PIX: Pakistan thrash Sri Lanka, keep final hopes alive

PIX: Pakistan thrash Sri Lanka, keep final hopes alive

Rediff.com24 Sep 2025

Pakistan survived a wonderful spell from an enraged spinner Wanindu Hasaranga to beat Sri Lanka by five wickets in an intense Super 4 match to stay alive in the Asia Cup, in Abu Dhabi on Tuesday.

'This Election Commission Has To Go!'

'This Election Commission Has To Go!'

Rediff.com6 Oct 2025

'The current Election Commission functions more like a government department than an autonomous body.'

11 Sebi Rules That Can Supercharge Your MFs Returns

11 Sebi Rules That Can Supercharge Your MFs Returns

Rediff.com29 Sep 2025

SEBI's blockbuster reforms are rewriting the rules of mutual fund investing -- faster growth, sharper transparency, and smarter safeguards that put investors first, explains Ramalingam Kalirajan.

Which Bijuria Do You Like? VOTE!

Which Bijuria Do You Like? VOTE!

Rediff.com4 Sep 2025

Bijuria, the latest song from Sunny Sanskari Ki Tulsi Kumari's soundtrack, looks smashing.

Songs of Paradise Review: A Singer's Story

Songs of Paradise Review: A Singer's Story

Rediff.com29 Aug 2025

Songs Of Paradise is the story of a female achiever that needed to be told, just as her songs of love and longing deserve to be rediscovered and shared with music aficionados, observes Deepa Gahlot.

From modest start to mass movement, RSS turns 100

From modest start to mass movement, RSS turns 100

Rediff.com1 Oct 2025

From a modest start with baithaks of a handful of swayamsevaks in a small town in Nagpur, the RSS, which completes 100 years of its foundation on Thursday, has come a long way to become the world's biggest voluntary organisation with a pan-India presence, shaping the country's political and social discourse.

'I Won't Wait For Decades To Get Reform Done'

'I Won't Wait For Decades To Get Reform Done'

Rediff.com19 Sep 2025

'That is going to have an impact on literally every one, whether you buy a toothpaste, a safety pin, a car, shoes or medicines or you go to a diagnostic centre.'

Mukesh Ambani promises to pass on GST relief to consumers

Mukesh Ambani promises to pass on GST relief to consumers

Rediff.com4 Sep 2025

Billionaire Mukesh Ambani on Thursday termed the second-generation GST reforms as a big booster to consumption-driven growth while his firm promised to pass on the benefit of the cut in tax rates to consumers.

'Playing alongside Dhoni real highlight of career'

'Playing alongside Dhoni real highlight of career'

Rediff.com8 Sep 2025

Terming playing alongside Dhoni the 'real highlight' of his career, the 20-year-old left-arm wrist-spinner has acknowledged how the Captain Cool's mentorship and guidance have positively impacted his growth, both as a player and a person.

Asia Cup hockey: India women's winning streak halted

Asia Cup hockey: India women's winning streak halted

Rediff.com11 Sep 2025

The Indian women suffered their first defeat of the Asia Cup, going down 1-4 to hosts China in a Super 4s match in Hangzhou on Thursday.