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Social Media Sensation Niharika NM Makes Bollywood Debut

Social Media Sensation Niharika NM Makes Bollywood Debut

Rediff.com29 Jul 2026

Social media sensation Niharika NM is poised to make a Bollywood debut in Bhai Tera Star Hai alongside Raghav Juyal.

BJP replaces Amit Malviya, appoints new social media chief

BJP replaces Amit Malviya, appoints new social media chief

Rediff.com17 Aug 2026

The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has appointed academic Deepak Mhaskey as the new head of its social media department, succeeding Amit Malviya who led the party's digital outreach for 11 years. Malviya expressed confidence in the new leadership to further enhance the BJP's digital communication and public discourse.

BJP replaces Amit Malviya, appoints new social media chief

BJP replaces Amit Malviya, appoints new social media chief

Rediff.com17 Aug 2026

Deepak Mhaskey, an academic and former member of the board of Engineers India Limited, has been appointed as the new head of the BJP's social media department, taking over from Amit Malviya, who led the department for 11 years. Malviya expressed confidence in the new leadership to further strengthen the party's digital communication.

BJP replaces Amit Malviya, appoints new social media chief

BJP replaces Amit Malviya, appoints new social media chief

Rediff.com17 Aug 2026

The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has appointed Deepak Mhaskey, an academic and former board member of Engineers India Limited, as the new head of its social media department. He replaces Amit Malviya, who led the department for 11 years. Mhaskey, who holds a state minister-rank and is a permanent invitee of the BJP's Chhattisgarh unit, expressed gratitude for the significant responsibility.

Indore's 'dancing cop' demoted for social media videos

Indore's 'dancing cop' demoted for social media videos

Rediff.com31 Jan 2026

A traffic policeman in Indore, known for his 'moonwalking' while on duty, has been demoted for 'indiscipline' on social media. This follows a previous incident where he was accused of sending an indecent message to a woman.

Prathamesh Kadam Passes Away: What Happened to the Popular Social Media Star?

Prathamesh Kadam Passes Away: What Happened to the Popular Social Media Star?

Rediff.com27 Jan 2026

Social media star Prathamesh Kadam has passed away. Here's what happened, what we know about his death and how fans are reacting.

How a Social Media Post Led Payal Nag to Para Archery Glory

How a Social Media Post Led Payal Nag to Para Archery Glory

Rediff.com14 Apr 2026

Teenage quadruple amputee para archer Payal Nag wins gold at the World Para Archery Series in Bangkok, overcoming social stigma and defeating her idol Sheetal Devi.

Father donates kidney to save social media influencer

Father donates kidney to save social media influencer

Rediff.com30 Nov 2025

A father's love has rewritten the destiny of 21-year-old social media influencer Cuty Mendiratta, who is now recovering after receiving a life-saving kidney from her father.

10 Tips To Grow Your Brand On Social Media

10 Tips To Grow Your Brand On Social Media

Rediff.com21 Nov 2025

People connect with people. No matter how small your brand is, when you share your journey or the why behind your business, you automatically humanise your brand and make it unique as compared to faceless competitors, says Vinayak Burman.

Shagun Sharma's Khatron Ke Khiladi 15 Journey Ends

Shagun Sharma's Khatron Ke Khiladi 15 Journey Ends

Rediff.com31 Aug 2026

Actor Shagun Sharma's challenging journey on the popular stunt-based reality show Khatron Ke Khiladi 15 has concluded after she was eliminated in a task against fellow contestants Harsh Gujral and Jasmin Bhasin.

The Traitors 2: Unmasking Prish

The Traitors 2: Unmasking Prish

Rediff.com13 Aug 2026

Discover Prish, the enigmatic social media influencer, who is set to captivate audiences on The Traitors Season 2.

Nora Fatehi Sued For Rs 3 Crore Over 'Lego Airplane'

Nora Fatehi Sued For Rs 3 Crore Over 'Lego Airplane'

Rediff.com8 Sep 2026

Nora Fatehi is embroiled in a Rs 3 crore civil defamation lawsuit filed by Dunes Aviation, which claims her 'Lego airplane' comments on social media severely damaged its reputation and commercial operations.

Shubman Gill's Sister Shahneel Gill Set For The Traitors 2

Shubman Gill's Sister Shahneel Gill Set For The Traitors 2

Rediff.com3 Aug 2026

Shahneel has 450,000 followers on Instagram, and her account is mainly focused on travel and lifestyle.

Fitness is key, not social media: Dhoni

Fitness is key, not social media: Dhoni

Rediff.com31 Dec 2024

'I am not worried about who has how many followers, who is doing what because I know if I take care of cricket then everything will else will take care of itself'

Sonia Gandhi's memoir gets new publisher after Penguin backs out

Sonia Gandhi's memoir gets new publisher after Penguin backs out

Rediff.com5 Sep 2026

HarperCollins India has announced the publication of Congress leader Sonia Gandhi's memoir, "Belonging: A Journey of Love," in India on November 10. The highly anticipated book will offer insights into her personal life and India's political journey, covering her childhood, marriage into the Nehru-Gandhi family, and entry into politics.

Chandrayaan: ISRO's informal social media posts win hearts

Chandrayaan: ISRO's informal social media posts win hearts

Rediff.com22 Aug 2023

Interspersing their tweets and posts with an occasional 'Welcome buddy!' and 'Thanks for the ride, Mate!', ISRO's social media handles occasionally departed from using just technical terms to give updates about India's ambitious Moon mission Chandrayaan-3.

US C-17 military plane lands in Moscow amid airspace curbs, mission unclear

US C-17 military plane lands in Moscow amid airspace curbs, mission unclear

Rediff.com25 Aug 2026

An American Boeing C-17A Globemaster III military transport aircraft reportedly landed in Moscow on Monday morning, according to online air traffic monitoring systems, Russian news agency TASS reported.

Rida Tharana Gets Ready To Rock The Traitors 2

Rida Tharana Gets Ready To Rock The Traitors 2

Rediff.com4 Aug 2026

Bengaluru-based social media sensation Rida Tharana is set to make her television debut on Season 2 of The Traitors.

Malayalam Filmmaker R Sarath Passes Away

Malayalam Filmmaker R Sarath Passes Away

Rediff.com8 Sep 2026

Malayalam filmmaker R Sarath, celebrated for his distinctive contributions to cinema including the award-winning Sayahnam, has passed away in Thiruvananthapuram.

Olympic Medallist Neeraj Chopra Suffers Ligament Tear

Olympic Medallist Neeraj Chopra Suffers Ligament Tear

Rediff.com29 Aug 2026

Two-time Olympic medallist Neeraj Chopra has announced he suffered a ligament tear in his ankle during training, forcing him to withdraw from the upcoming Asian Games and the Diamond League Final. He expressed disappointment but is focused on recovery.

Mamata faction protests EC order, submits choices for names, symbols

Mamata faction protests EC order, submits choices for names, symbols

Rediff.com2 days ago

The Trinamool Congress has submitted new names and symbols to the Election Commission for the upcoming West Bengal bypolls, following an interim order that temporarily barred the party from using its original name and "flowers and grass" symbol due to an ongoing internal dispute and split. The party submitted its choices under protest.

India's Top Social Media Influencers

India's Top Social Media Influencers

Rediff.com3 Jan 2024

In a nation of 1.4 billion people, where a potential new creator is born every second, we pick 25 influencers who have ruled social media this year.

'Don't waste energy': Manu Bhaker's message to athletes

'Don't waste energy': Manu Bhaker's message to athletes

Rediff.com1 days ago

Indian shooting star Manu Bhaker, a flagbearer at the Asian Games, has called upon her fellow athletes to concentrate on their performance and not be distracted by the organisational challenges and logistical issues marring the event's build-up. She emphasised that the opportunity is rare and should be seized with full dedication.

Imtiaz Ali's Daughter Ida Gets Engaged

Imtiaz Ali's Daughter Ida Gets Engaged

Rediff.com13 Jul 2026

Imtiaz Ali's daughter Ida Ali has announced her engagement to boyfriend Krish Agrawal.

Indian EVMs are secure, not connected to internet: CEC Gyanesh Kumar

Indian EVMs are secure, not connected to internet: CEC Gyanesh Kumar

Rediff.com25 Aug 2026

Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar has affirmed that Indian electronic voting machines (EVMs) are manufactured by public sector companies and operate without internet, Bluetooth, or Wi-Fi connectivity, ensuring their security and reliability.

'Enjoy every moment': Suryakumar's Special Message For Vaibhav Sooryavanshi

'Enjoy every moment': Suryakumar's Special Message For Vaibhav Sooryavanshi

Rediff.com7 Jul 2026

World Cup winning captain Suryakumar Yadav has expressed his support for 15-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, who recently became the youngest player to debut for India in international cricket, surpassing Sachin Tendulkar's record.

Delhi won't shut for BRICS Summit, but VVIP routes face curbs

Delhi won't shut for BRICS Summit, but VVIP routes face curbs

Rediff.com11 Sep 2026

The Delhi Traffic Police has issued a detailed advisory regarding traffic restrictions and diversions during the upcoming BRICS Summit from September 12-13. While Delhi will not be shut down, commuters should expect temporary stoppages and diversions, especially on routes used by VVIP convoys. The advisory covers movement for residents, essential services, public transport, and advice for exam candidates and hospital visitors, urging reliance on official updates.

Jyotika-Suriya Renew Wedding Vows

Jyotika-Suriya Renew Wedding Vows

Rediff.com4 days ago

Suriya and Jyotika marked their 20th wedding anniversary by renewing their vows in a touching ceremony.

Watch: Samantha's Traditional Baby Shower

Watch: Samantha's Traditional Baby Shower

Rediff.com5 days ago

Samantha shares pictures from her baby shower ceremony at the Isha Foundation.

'Sexism at Its Finest': Powerlifter Keyaa Banerji Breaks Silence On Online Harassment

'Sexism at Its Finest': Powerlifter Keyaa Banerji Breaks Silence On Online Harassment

Rediff.com8 Sep 2026

Indian powerlifter Keyaa Kunal Banerji has spoken out about the severe online harassment and sexualisation she endured following her silver medal win at the 2026 IPF World Sub-Junior & Junior Classic Powerlifting Championships.

Just How BAD is Social Media?

Just How BAD is Social Media?

Rediff.com27 Apr 2022

Escaype Live will chronicle the 'realities of social media in today's times'.

No external pressure on Sonia book, it came down to one issue: Penguin India

No external pressure on Sonia book, it came down to one issue: Penguin India

Rediff.com31 Aug 2026

Penguin Random House India has denied any external pressure influenced its decision not to publish Sonia Gandhi's memoir, 'Belonging: A Journey of Love', stating an 'impasse over a particular issue' led to the author's team withdrawing the book.

TMC rebellion: Mamata faces her own political weapon

TMC rebellion: Mamata faces her own political weapon

Rediff.com2 days ago

Mamata Banerjee, who founded the Trinamool Congress through an act of rebellion against the Congress, now faces a similar internal revolt that threatens the very identity of her party. The Election Commission's interim decision to withhold the TMC name and symbol for the upcoming bypolls highlights a deeper struggle for political inheritance. This situation, unprecedented for the party, forces both Mamata's loyalists and rebels to seek electoral recognition without their established identity, marking a significant challenge to her long-standing dominance.

Kareena's Hearts For Messi

Kareena's Hearts For Messi

Rediff.com1 Sep 2026

'I gave everything I had, and I don't have anything more to give.'

Sachin Tendulkar recalls father's profound advice on Teachers' Day

Sachin Tendulkar recalls father's profound advice on Teachers' Day

Rediff.com5 Sep 2026

Sachin Tendulkar remembered his father Ramesh's timeless lessons on honesty, character and avoiding shortcuts, while launching a fellowship to honour his legacy and expand opportunities for young professionals.

Alia Bhatt: 'Last Few Days Have Broken My Heart'

Alia Bhatt: 'Last Few Days Have Broken My Heart'

Rediff.com23 Jul 2026

'In solidarity with every student demanding accountability, justice and hope for a future they can believe in.'

He made me who I am': Sachin's Guru Purnima post touches hearts

He made me who I am': Sachin's Guru Purnima post touches hearts

Rediff.com29 Jul 2026

Cricket legend Sachin Tendulkar paid an emotional tribute to his late childhood coach, Ramakant Achrekar, on Guru Purnima.

US embassy conveys Trump's birthday wishes for Modi

US embassy conveys Trump's birthday wishes for Modi

Rediff.com2 days ago

Prime Minister Narendra Modi's 76th birthday was marked by a flurry of greetings from global leaders, including Italian PM Giorgia Meloni, Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu, and Russian President Vladimir Putin, all underscoring strengthening bilateral ties and India's increasing stature on the world stage.

'We Travelled Peacefully By Road From Imphal To Guwahati'

'We Travelled Peacefully By Road From Imphal To Guwahati'

Rediff.com24 Aug 2026

'People have been facing significant difficulties due to skyrocketing airfares, and road transportation was inaccessible until now.'

Mountaineering legend 'Nims' Purja killed in avalanche

Mountaineering legend 'Nims' Purja killed in avalanche

Rediff.com1 Aug 2026

Veteran Nepalese mountaineer Nirmal Purja, 43, has died in an avalanche on Broad Peak in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir's Gilgit Baltistan. He was part of a 10-member climbing team caught in the avalanche at 7,000 metres. Three bodies have been identified, and six others located, with Purja's death confirmed by Elite Expedition.