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Women, Your Birth Number Can Help You Succeed

Women, Your Birth Number Can Help You Succeed

Rediff.com7 Mar 2025

By understanding the elements that rule your birth number, you can learn how to enhance your professional journey, improve your work life and grow in your career.

Why Aamir Got Married At 21

Why Aamir Got Married At 21

Rediff.com14 Mar 2025

'Reena stayed in the next building. We fell in love but had to meet secretly because her parents didn't approve of me.' 'I would always be afraid that her parents would get her married off to somebody else.'

Border residents hit by double whammy of COVID-19, Pak shelling

Border residents hit by double whammy of COVID-19, Pak shelling

Rediff.com15 Apr 2020

'We are caught between the devil and the deep blue sea'

Winter Recipe: Mayur's Spicy Green Peas Curry

Winter Recipe: Mayur's Spicy Green Peas Curry

Rediff.com17 Dec 2024

Warm up to winter with this delicious curry!

Does Battery Swapping Make Sense For e2Ws?

Does Battery Swapping Make Sense For e2Ws?

Rediff.com15 Jan 2025

Leading Indian electric two-wheeler (e2W) companies have said that "swapping" of batteries is currently unviable and will only increase the cost for a consumer to run the vehicle.

Sukriti, Mouni In Mocha Mousse, The Colour Of 2025

Sukriti, Mouni In Mocha Mousse, The Colour Of 2025

Rediff.com6 Dec 2024

Pantone has officially declared this delicious hue the as the colour of year- 2025.

Fire, engineering insurance premiums likely to move up by 60% in 2025

Fire, engineering insurance premiums likely to move up by 60% in 2025

Rediff.com31 Dec 2024

In 2025, Indian firms may face higher premiums for fire and engineering insurance covers as reinsurers are likely to revise rates due to rising claims from catastrophic events and higher loss ratios, according to people in the know.

Recipe: Zelda's Edamame Truffle Rice

Recipe: Zelda's Edamame Truffle Rice

Rediff.com28 Feb 2025

Edamame + truffle oil + basmati rice = an exquisite combo.

Attack on Khurshid's house: 8 shells, live cartridge recovered

Attack on Khurshid's house: 8 shells, live cartridge recovered

Rediff.com17 Nov 2021

Some of the suspects who attacked senior Congress leader Salman Khurshid's house in this district of Uttarakhand were identified on Wednesday, following which raids were intensified to apprehend them, a senior police officer said.

Fresh violence in Manipur, shutdown disrupts life

Fresh violence in Manipur, shutdown disrupts life

Rediff.com28 Sep 2024

The shutdown was called by Kuki-Zo groups, including the Indigenous Tribal Leaders Forum (ITLF) and Kuki Students Organisation (KSO), in protest against Security Advisor Kuldiep Singh's statement about militants entering the state from outside.

Keys STUNS Swiatek; Sabalenka one step closer to history

Keys STUNS Swiatek; Sabalenka one step closer to history

Rediff.com23 Jan 2025

Aryna Sabalenka overwhelmed Paula Badosa 6-4, 6-2 with a impressive display of raw power to reach her third successive Australian Open final on Thursday.

2 civilians killed, 9 injured in Pak shelling along LoC

2 civilians killed, 9 injured in Pak shelling along LoC

Rediff.com3 Dec 2019

The firing and shelling from across the border in Shahpur and Kirni sectors was retaliated by the Indian Army, but the casualties suffered by Pakistan was not known immediately, they said.

Want A US Visa? Pray to Lord Hanuman!

Want A US Visa? Pray to Lord Hanuman!

Rediff.com20 Feb 2025

As the US gets tougher with visas, the prayers of US-bound devotees in India are getting more fervent, and their purse strings looser. Called Visa Hanuman temples (there are half a dozen all over India), some of them ask for a 'fee'.

2 Agniveers killed in firing exercise, Army orders probe

2 Agniveers killed in firing exercise, Army orders probe

Rediff.com11 Oct 2024

A team of Agniveers was firing a field gun when one of the shells exploded, the official said, adding the duo sustained injuries and were taken to the military hospital at Deolali, where they were pronounced dead.

5 civilians killed as Pakistani troops shell border villages

5 civilians killed as Pakistani troops shell border villages

Rediff.com23 May 2018

Over 100 border dwellers have been evacuated and put in safe shelters

Student protest rocks Imphal, security forces resort to tear gas

Student protest rocks Imphal, security forces resort to tear gas

Rediff.com10 Sep 2024

Hundreds of students, who have been camping at Khwairamband Women Market since Monday, tried to march towards the Raj Bhavan along the BT Road but were stopped by security forces near the Congress Bhavan.

How Cummins's tactical lapses gave India edge at Perth

How Cummins's tactical lapses gave India edge at Perth

Rediff.com29 Nov 2024

Former opener Matthew Hayden also took aim at Cummins, criticising the field placements after Kohli's arrival in the middle.

'Everything I Have Ever Loved Is In The Water'

'Everything I Have Ever Loved Is In The Water'

Rediff.com13 Feb 2025

The only family Meghana lived with after losing her parents and brother in the tsunami was her dog, Alex. When Alex died after 13 years, she took her ashes to where her own family lay under the ocean. "I wanted her to join the rest of my family and that is one of the best things I have done."

Violence in Parbhani after Constitution replica damaged

Violence in Parbhani after Constitution replica damaged

Rediff.com12 Dec 2024

Violent protests erupted in Parbhani, Maharashtra, India, for the second day over the vandalising of a replica of the Indian Constitution. Prohibitory orders were imposed in the city, banning gatherings of five or more people in public places. A mob indulged in arson and vandalised the district collector's office. Police arrested a man in connection with the incident, but protests continued. Protesters demanded a thorough investigation and blamed the government's lax approach.

The 'Alien' Who's Made A Tiger Film

The 'Alien' Who's Made A Tiger Film

Rediff.com22 Jan 2025

'I am fascinated by the lurking presence of the tiger.'

The Aamir Khan You Don't Know

The Aamir Khan You Don't Know

Rediff.com17 Mar 2025

'Had anyone asked me if I was Aamir Khan, I would have admitted to it.' Senior movie journalist Roshmila Bhattacharya flips through the pages of her many interactions with Aamir Khan, who turned 60 on March 14.

Kolkata is shell companies' favourite address

Kolkata is shell companies' favourite address

Rediff.com21 Feb 2017

In Kolkata, there is a community of chartered accountants, and it is easy to find 'directors', who for Rs 5,000 will sign anywhere.

PIX: Inter Milan, PSG extend lead at the top

PIX: Inter Milan, PSG extend lead at the top

Rediff.com9 Mar 2025

A summary of Saturday's action in the Serie A, Ligue 1 and Bundesliga

Violence erupts during mosque survey in UP; 3 killed

Violence erupts during mosque survey in UP; 3 killed

Rediff.com24 Nov 2024

Three people were killed and scores of others, including around 20 security personnel and four personnel of the administration, were injured as protesters opposing a court-ordered survey of a Mughal-era mosque in Sambhal, Uttar Pradesh clashed with police on Sunday.

Geetika Has A Fashion Tip For You

Geetika Has A Fashion Tip For You

Rediff.com20 May 2024

Geetika Vidya's confidence is her favourite accessory.

Pak conducted artillery tests near LoC: Officials

Pak conducted artillery tests near LoC: Officials

Rediff.com3 Nov 2024

This comes as the neighbouring country strengthens defence ties with Gulf and Western European countries, and its long-standing ally Turkiye, the officials said.

225,000 more shell companies come under ministry lens

225,000 more shell companies come under ministry lens

Rediff.com21 Apr 2018

After taking action against 226,000 shell companies last year, the ministry of corporate affairs has now zeroed in on a fresh batch of suspected shell companies.

Pak resorts to heavy shelling, firing; 1 soldier injured

Pak resorts to heavy shelling, firing; 1 soldier injured

Rediff.com5 Mar 2019

The unprovoked firing from across the border took place in the Nowshera and Sunderbani sectors in Rajouri district and the Krishna Ghati sector in Poonch district.

Dushara Is Such A Delight!

Dushara Is Such A Delight!

Rediff.com15 May 2024

Laid-back and relaxed doesn't seem to be a part of this actor's style vocabulary.

Sabalenka vs Keys: Power showdown in Australian Open final

Sabalenka vs Keys: Power showdown in Australian Open final

Rediff.com23 Jan 2025

Defending champion Aryna Sabalenka and Madison Keys made rocky starts on Thursday but eventually secured contrasting victories to set up a heavy metal Australian Open final showdown

Khushali Sparkles Wherever She Goes

Khushali Sparkles Wherever She Goes

Rediff.com5 Aug 2024

She'll light up your screen with her marvelous style.

'Russia Wants To Terrorise Ukraine'

'Russia Wants To Terrorise Ukraine'

Rediff.com21 Nov 2024

'Russia is aiming at demoralising Ukraine as a nation.' 'They want to bomb the infrastructure, the electric stations so that regular citizens will not to be able to live, to cook, to give comfort to their kids.'

Lack of charging infra a shock for booming EV market

Lack of charging infra a shock for booming EV market

Rediff.com11 Feb 2025

Proliferation of home chargers of around 7 KWh and above, which take six to seven hours to fully charge a car depending on the model, bring running costs down by a third or so. That, coupled with the increasing range of modern electric cars, can lead to a massive increase in sales.

Manipur violence: Bodies of 2 Meitei men found, search on for 6 missing

Manipur violence: Bodies of 2 Meitei men found, search on for 6 missing

Rediff.com12 Nov 2024

Operations are underway to trace three women and three children, who have been reported missing since the violence erupted in Jiribam on Monday, IGP (operations) IK Muivah said.

Ticket prices soar for upcoming India-England series

Ticket prices soar for upcoming India-England series

Rediff.com24 Sep 2024

The ticket prices for the Lord's Test involving India and England next summer have been increased again despite a tepid response from the fans for the game against Sri Lanka this season.

Maha Kumbh set for auspicious start on 'Paush Purnima' on Monday

Maha Kumbh set for auspicious start on 'Paush Purnima' on Monday

Rediff.com12 Jan 2025

The 45-day Maha Kumbh 2025, billed as the world's largest gathering of humans, began on Monday with the first major bathing ritual or 'Shahi Snan' at the Sangam, the confluence of the Ganga, Yamuna, and Saraswati rivers in Prayagraj, India. This edition of the Kumbh is being held after 12 years, with the Uttar Pradesh government expecting over 35 crore devotees to visit. The event is being touted as a 'Digi-Kumbh' with Artificial Intelligence (AI) being used for various aspects, including security and cleanliness. The Maha Kumbh will be held from January 13 to February 26, and is expected to transform the area into the world's largest temporary city. Thirteen Akharas of seers from different sects are participating in the event, attracting attention from those seeking to learn about Indian spiritual beliefs.

Swiatek, Zheng, Rybakina among top US Open contenders

Swiatek, Zheng, Rybakina among top US Open contenders

Rediff.com22 Aug 2024

Iga Swiatek has been not been at her world-beating best in the months leading up to the U.S. Open but the Pole has both the talent and mentality to lift her game for the final Grand Slam of the year, tennis great Chris Evert said.

'Team India a powerhouse that don't want to bow down'

'Team India a powerhouse that don't want to bow down'

Rediff.com24 Oct 2024

'They know how to win, and they know they can beat Australia; they know they can beat the Kiwis.'

28 Maoists killed in Bastar; AK-47, SLR recovered: ANI

28 Maoists killed in Bastar; AK-47, SLR recovered: ANI

Rediff.com5 Oct 2024

As many as 14 Maoists were killed in an encounter with security personnel in Chhattisgarh's Bastar region on Friday, a senior police official said. However, ANI has put the toll at 30.

The strange case of 'shell companies' and their directors

The strange case of 'shell companies' and their directors

Rediff.com16 Jul 2018

Apart from shell companies, 'vanishing' companies are also on the ministry's radar. As many as 400 companies are not traceable, despite being listed on the bourses.