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Modi dials Netanyahu amid escalation in West Asia

Modi dials Netanyahu amid escalation in West Asia

Rediff.com16 hours ago

Prime Minister Narendra Modi spoke with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to discuss the escalating situation in West Asia, conveying India's concerns and emphasizing the importance of civilian safety. The conversation follows recent attacks and heightened tensions in the region.

'She spoke only Hindi': Woman held for killing 6-yr-old daughter

'She spoke only Hindi': Woman held for killing 6-yr-old daughter

Rediff.com27 Dec 2025

A 30-year-old woman from Navi Mumbai has been arrested for allegedly killing her six-year-old daughter, reportedly because she wanted a son and was unhappy the girl didn't speak Marathi.

Vijayan Reflects on Life, Influences in Interview

Vijayan Reflects on Life, Influences in Interview

Rediff.com4 days ago

Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan reflects on his childhood, political journey, and personal influences in a recent interview, discussing his early reading habits, experiences with political violence, and his approach to governance.

Trump lauds Pak amid its 'open war' against Afghanistan

Trump lauds Pak amid its 'open war' against Afghanistan

Rediff.com2 days ago

Amid rising tensions between Pakistan and Afghanistan, President Trump voices strong support for Pakistan, praising its leadership and overall performance.

Modi condemns Iran attacks on Bahrain, Saudi; calls for restoring peace

Modi condemns Iran attacks on Bahrain, Saudi; calls for restoring peace

Rediff.com4 hours ago

Prime Minister Narendra Modi spoke with the King of Bahrain and the Crown Prince of Saudi Arabia, condemning recent attacks on both countries and emphasising the importance of regional peace and stability.

Pakistan Expresses Solidarity with Saudi Arabia Amid Regional Escalation

Pakistan Expresses Solidarity with Saudi Arabia Amid Regional Escalation

Rediff.com2 days ago

Pakistan's Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif contacted Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman to express solidarity amidst escalating regional tensions following attacks in Iran and the Gulf region.

'Sometimes It Takes One Knock': Southee Defends Buttler's Form

'Sometimes It Takes One Knock': Southee Defends Buttler's Form

Rediff.com4 days ago

England bowling coach Tim Southee praised Jofra Archer's 'unbelievable skill' and backed Jos Buttler to rediscover form ahead of England's T20 World Cup Super Eight clash against New Zealand.

Karnataka Aims for AI-Driven Creative Economy

Karnataka Aims for AI-Driven Creative Economy

Rediff.com1 days ago

Karnataka is prioritizing the AVGC sector in its AI-driven creative economy, emphasizing IP creation, responsible AI adoption, and large-scale skilling, according to Minister Priyank Kharge.

'Will take gym membership': Rahul meets 'Mohammad' Deepak who took on Bajrang Dal

'Will take gym membership': Rahul meets 'Mohammad' Deepak who took on Bajrang Dal

Rediff.com7 days ago

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi met and voiced his support for Deepak Kumar, dubbed 'Mohammad Deepak', an Uttarakhand gym owner who bravely confronted Bajrang Dal activists harassing a Muslim shopkeeper, symbolising unity and courage.

T20 World Cup: Meet Castle Corner: Zimbabwe's 12th Man

T20 World Cup: Meet Castle Corner: Zimbabwe's 12th Man

Rediff.com8 hours ago

Zimbabwe's cricket team showed their appreciation for their loyal fans, the Castle Corner, after their T20 World Cup campaign, highlighting the deep connection between the players and supporters.

T20 World Cup: Babar, Afridi to face the axe after India debacle

T20 World Cup: Babar, Afridi to face the axe after India debacle

Rediff.com16 Feb 2026

Pakistan is set to drop senior players Babar Azam and Shaheen Shah Afridi from their next T20 World Cup match against Namibia after the duo's failure to come good in the high-stakes game against India in Colombo, a reliable source in the team management said on Monday.

SEE: Netanyahu 'surprises' Modi by wearing Indian attire

SEE: Netanyahu 'surprises' Modi by wearing Indian attire

Rediff.com4 days ago

In a post on X, Netanyahu wrote, 'Before our joint dinner, I surprised my friend Prime Minister Modi by wearing traditional Indian attire.'

Rashtra Sevika Samiti Calls for Women's Day to Reflect Indian Values

Rashtra Sevika Samiti Calls for Women's Day to Reflect Indian Values

Rediff.com2 days ago

Rashtra Sevika Samiti emphasizes the importance of guiding International Women's Day with Indian cultural values, focusing on social awareness, mindset change, and women's empowerment through unity and family values.

AI startup Sarvam launches two made-in-India large language models

AI startup Sarvam launches two made-in-India large language models

Rediff.com19 Feb 2026

Indian artificial intelligence (AI) startup Sarvam launched two indigenous large language models (LLMs) specifically trained on Indian languages on Wednesday.

'Virat Kohli will forever be the icon and hero of RCB'

'Virat Kohli will forever be the icon and hero of RCB'

Rediff.com4 hours ago

RCB director Mo Bobat calls Virat Kohli's 18-year IPL record "ridiculous", says building a championship-winning team around him was a priority, and backs Rajat Patidar's leadership as the franchise eyes back-to-back titles.

T20 World Cup: No handshake? SA captain says it's bad for cricket

T20 World Cup: No handshake? SA captain says it's bad for cricket

Rediff.com8 hours ago

Temba Bavuma discusses the no-handshake policy in India-Pakistan cricket, South Africa's T20 World Cup chances, and Indian batters' struggles against spin.

'Not a big thing...' Dogra downplays headbutt row in Ranji Trophy final

'Not a big thing...' Dogra downplays headbutt row in Ranji Trophy final

Rediff.com5 days ago

Jammu and Kashmir skipper Paras Dogra downplayed an on-field incident where he headbutted Karnataka player KV Aneesh during the Ranji Trophy final, stating it was a heat-of-the-moment occurrence that has been resolved.

T20 World Cup: Could have been more clinical with ball, says Surya after win vs Zimbabwe

T20 World Cup: Could have been more clinical with ball, says Surya after win vs Zimbabwe

Rediff.com4 days ago

India defeated Zimbabwe in a high-scoring T20 World Cup match to keep their semifinal hopes alive. Suryakumar Yadav expressed dissatisfaction with the bowling performance despite the win. Zimbabwe captain Sikandar Raza acknowledged the need for improvement across all departments.

Jitesh Sharma reveals how RCB belief transformed his career

Jitesh Sharma reveals how RCB belief transformed his career

Rediff.com3 days ago

India wicketkeeper-batter Jitesh Sharma discusses his journey in cricket, from aspiring to join the Air Force to becoming an IPL finisher, crediting mentors and the RCB franchise for his development.

AI is fast becoming central to how drugs will be discovered

AI is fast becoming central to how drugs will be discovered

Rediff.com5 days ago

Artificial intelligence (AI) is no longer a side conversation for Indian pharma. It is fast becoming central to how drugs will be discovered, made, and supplied. Along with that shift comes a sharper focus on innovation, on the one hand, and quality and trust, on the other.

'Tatas, Mahindras Have A Vision For India'

'Tatas, Mahindras Have A Vision For India'

Rediff.com16 Feb 2026

Want to know why Pratap Bose, Chief Creative and Design Officer at Mahindra Global Design thinks so?

'Pakistan Can Only Disintegrate If Any External Power Intervenes'

'Pakistan Can Only Disintegrate If Any External Power Intervenes'

Rediff.com12 hours ago

'If this region destabilises, then we are not far away. This region should not destabilise.'

Iran attack: PV Sindhu among hundreds of Indians stranded in Dubai

Iran attack: PV Sindhu among hundreds of Indians stranded in Dubai

Rediff.com1 days ago

Following attacks in West Asia, hundreds of Indians, including prominent personalities, are stranded in Dubai and other key hub airports due to flight disruptions, prompting appeals for government assistance.

Maha govt requests CBI probe into Ajit Pawar plane crash

Maha govt requests CBI probe into Ajit Pawar plane crash

Rediff.com7 days ago

Following allegations of foul play, the Maharashtra government has requested a CBI investigation into the plane crash that tragically killed Deputy CM Ajit Pawar, promising a thorough probe into the incident.

UP boy killed father, dismembered body over 'pressure to clear NEET'

UP boy killed father, dismembered body over 'pressure to clear NEET'

Rediff.com6 days ago

A 21-year-old man in Lucknow has been arrested for allegedly murdering and dismembering his father after an argument about the NEET medical entrance exam.

Former Assam Congress chief Bhupen Borah joins BJP

Former Assam Congress chief Bhupen Borah joins BJP

Rediff.com22 Feb 2026

Former Assam Congress chief Bhupen Kumar Borah joined the BJP, marking a significant political shift ahead of the upcoming Assam assembly polls.

Secret Message In Rashmika's Bridal Veil

Secret Message In Rashmika's Bridal Veil

Rediff.com3 days ago

Here's every tiny detail you need to know about one of the most high-profile, intimate celebrity weddings of the season.

T20 World Cup: Pak skipper Agha clashes with coach Hesson!

T20 World Cup: Pak skipper Agha clashes with coach Hesson!

Rediff.com18 Feb 2026

Tensions flared in the dugout as Pakistan captain Salman Ali Agha was seen in a heated exchange with head coach Mike Hesson during their must-win T20 World Cup clash against Namibia at the Sinhalese Sports Club Cricket Ground on Wednesday.

Modi to embark on two-day Israel visit, to boost defence ties

Modi to embark on two-day Israel visit, to boost defence ties

Rediff.com6 days ago

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will visit Israel to enhance defence and trade cooperation amid Middle East tensions. Discussions will include defence, security, and the situation in Gaza.

Bill Gates apologises for Epstein Files, admits having affairs

Bill Gates apologises for Epstein Files, admits having affairs

Rediff.com5 days ago

Bill Gates has apologized to the Gates Foundation staff for his association with Jeffrey Epstein and admitted to having affairs with Russian women, stating he did nothing illicit but regrets the mistake.

75 Years Apart: Nehru's Caution Vs Modi's Conviction

75 Years Apart: Nehru's Caution Vs Modi's Conviction

Rediff.com4 days ago

India and Israel share a deep historical bond, and Prime Minister Modi's visit to the Knesset marked a bold shift from past diplomatic hesitation to open strategic partnership.

'Nehru Believed India And China Should Be Brothers'

'Nehru Believed India And China Should Be Brothers'

Rediff.com5 days ago

'Nehru was an idealist, he was certainly a visionary in one way, but Mao Zedong was not. Mao Zedong was a very down-to-earth strategist. He wanted to take Tibet, to take the plateau, to take the rivers, to take the minerals.'

How Farhan Akhtar Celebrated His BAFTA Win

How Farhan Akhtar Celebrated His BAFTA Win

Rediff.com6 days ago

Boong wins a BAFTA, and India can't stay calm!

Trump now says 200% tariff warning stopped India-Pakistan conflict

Trump now says 200% tariff warning stopped India-Pakistan conflict

Rediff.com20 Feb 2026

Trump repeated the assertion that Sharif had claimed he saved "25 million lives" when he stopped the war between India and Pakistan.

The Woman Making History On India's Oldest Toy Train

The Woman Making History On India's Oldest Toy Train

Rediff.com7 days ago

Sarita Yolma is the first woman Train Ticket Examiner on the 145-year-old Darjeeling Hill Railway. 'It is a dream journey,' she says.

'Pakistan Treats Afghanistan As Its Province'

'Pakistan Treats Afghanistan As Its Province'

Rediff.com2 days ago

'The unexpected turn of events and assertion of sovereignty by the Taliban has baffled the Pakistan security establishment.'

India's Davis Cup Heroes Felicitated After Dutch Win

India's Davis Cup Heroes Felicitated After Dutch Win

Rediff.com18 Feb 2026

The Delhi Lawn Tennis Association (DLTA) felicitated the Indian Davis Cup team for their victory over the Netherlands in the Davis Cup.

India Justify Axar Omission After Sundar Gamble Backfires

India Justify Axar Omission After Sundar Gamble Backfires

Rediff.com7 days ago

India defend the decision to drop Axar Patel for Washington Sundar against South Africa, calling it a tactical call based on powerplay match-ups.

Assam Cong ex-chief Borah quits, seeks time as BJP woos him

Assam Cong ex-chief Borah quits, seeks time as BJP woos him

Rediff.com17 Feb 2026

Borah told reporters outside his residence that he has sought time from the Congress high command to reconsider his decision

Pakistan hockey captain slams federation: 'We had to wash dishes'

Pakistan hockey captain slams federation: 'We had to wash dishes'

Rediff.com18 Feb 2026

Pakistan hockey captain Shakeel Ammad Butt has criticized the national federation following a problematic tour of Australia, citing issues with accommodation and team management.