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'No relations till Hindus are safe': KKR move backed

'No relations till Hindus are safe': KKR move backed

Rediff.com6 Jan 2026

Spiritual orator Aniruddhacharya on Monday lauded BCCI's directive for IPL team Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) to release Bangladeshi cricketer Mustafizur Rahman

'Shankaracharya' title row: Seer questions govt notice

'Shankaracharya' title row: Seer questions govt notice

Rediff.com20 Jan 2026

Swami Avimukteshwaranand Saraswati protests a notice from the Magh Mela administration regarding his use of the 'Shankaracharya' title, alleging discrimination and questioning the presence of multiple Shankaracharyas from Puri at the event.

Cruel irony: Ajit Pawar's final journey in the ambulance he helped procure

Cruel irony: Ajit Pawar's final journey in the ambulance he helped procure

Rediff.com29 Jan 2026

An ambulance driver recounts the tragic irony of driving the ambulance secured by Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar to carry his body after a fatal plane crash.

Deepinder Goyal to step down as Eternal Group CEO

Deepinder Goyal to step down as Eternal Group CEO

Rediff.com21 Jan 2026

Eternal, the parent entity of Blinkit and Zomato, on Wednesday said Deepinder Goyal will step down as its Group CEO and Managing Director with Blinkit CEO Albinder Dhindsa set to succeed him as Group CEO from February 1.

Ajit 'dada' Pawar: Always the bridesmaid, never the bride

Ajit 'dada' Pawar: Always the bridesmaid, never the bride

Rediff.com28 Jan 2026

Ajit Pawar, who was the finance and planning minister, would have tabled his budget for 2026-27 next month when the state legislature's budget session begins in Mumbai on February 23.

HC cites communal disharmony concerns in Vijay's 'Jana Nayagan'

HC cites communal disharmony concerns in Vijay's 'Jana Nayagan'

Rediff.com28 Jan 2026

The Madras High Court has raised concerns about actor Vijay's film 'Jana Nayagan', citing references to foreign powers creating conflict in India and potential communal disharmony. The court has set aside an order to grant the film a censor certificate, pending further review.

Ajit Pawar's funeral today, Amit Shah to attend

Ajit Pawar's funeral today, Amit Shah to attend

Rediff.com29 Jan 2026

The last rites of Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar, who died in a plane crash, will be held with full state honors in Baramati. Union Home Minister Amit Shah is expected to attend.

Trump releases photo of Maduro in custody

Trump releases photo of Maduro in custody

Rediff.com3 Jan 2026

United States President Donald Trump has released the first picture of Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro on board the US Warship Iwo Jima.

Ajit Pawar Plane Crash: 'No Crew Would Crash A Plane'

Ajit Pawar Plane Crash: 'No Crew Would Crash A Plane'

Rediff.com23 Feb 2026

'In any aviation emergency, the first rule is aviate -- fly the aircraft.' 'The fact that the commander's voice is not on the recording simply means he was focused entirely on flying. It does not imply anything more than that.'

Laddu row: CBI recommends action against TTD officials

Laddu row: CBI recommends action against TTD officials

Rediff.com3 Feb 2026

The CBI has requested the Andhra Pradesh government to take action against senior TTD officers for alleged deliberate omissions and failures in tender conditions, leading to the supply of adulterated ghee used in Tirupati laddu production.

ICC Threats Forced Pakistan To Stay In T20 World Cup?

ICC Threats Forced Pakistan To Stay In T20 World Cup?

Rediff.com25 Jan 2026

The ICC has reportedly threatened Pakistan Cricket Board with tough penalties including sanctions and suspension of bilateral series if it also pulls out of the upcoming T20 World Cup in support of Bangladesh.

Pawar To Rupani: Leaders Who Died In Air Crashes

Pawar To Rupani: Leaders Who Died In Air Crashes

Rediff.com28 Jan 2026

Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar and four others were killed after their aircraft crashed in Baramati on January 28, 2026. Here are 11 other prominent Indians who died in air crashes.

Ajit Pawar, Maharashtra deputy CM, dies in plane crash

Ajit Pawar, Maharashtra deputy CM, dies in plane crash

Rediff.com28 Jan 2026

The Learjet 45 (LJ45), a mid-size business jet aircraft produced by the Learjet Division of Bombardier Aerospace, went off the runway while attempting to land at Baramati airport and burst into flames.

'Have Muslims Faced Problems In Maharashtra?'

'Have Muslims Faced Problems In Maharashtra?'

Rediff.com28 Jan 2026

'We have given riot-free Maharashtra in our 18-month rule.'

Does Toxic Teaser Have Too Much Sex?

Does Toxic Teaser Have Too Much Sex?

Rediff.com13 Jan 2026

A social activist asserted that the Toxic teaser contains 'scenes that are grossly obscene, sexually explicit, and vulgar in nature'.

Sunetra Pawar set to take oath as Maharashtra deputy CM today

Sunetra Pawar set to take oath as Maharashtra deputy CM today

Rediff.com31 Jan 2026

The legislature wing of the Nationalist Congress Party in Maharashtra will hold a meeting in Mumbai on January 31, where Deputy Chief Minister late Ajit Pawar's wife Sunetra is set to be named as its leader, state minister Chhagan Bhujbal said on Friday.

US seizes Venezuela-linked Russian-flagged oil tanker

US seizes Venezuela-linked Russian-flagged oil tanker

Rediff.com7 Jan 2026

According to a post on X by the US European Command, the tanker violated US sanctions and was tracked by the US Coast Guard cutter Munro prior to the operation.

Multiple blasts, flames: Eyewitnesses on Ajit Pawar plane crash

Multiple blasts, flames: Eyewitnesses on Ajit Pawar plane crash

Rediff.com28 Jan 2026

'The plane was around 100 feet above the runway. As we rushed towards it, we saw flames, followed by four to five consecutive blasts'

After Decades IPKF Set For Overdue Official Honour

After Decades IPKF Set For Overdue Official Honour

Rediff.com2 Feb 2026

'Why are IPKF martyrs not being officially recognised and appropriately honoured? And is the government really changing its mind on this now?', asks Aditi Phadnis.

Problems won't solve by one power...: UN chief's dig at Trump

Problems won't solve by one power...: UN chief's dig at Trump

Rediff.com30 Jan 2026

Guterres emphasised that global structures and institutions must reflect the complexity and the opportunity of the "new times and realities"

Stop beef export and then...: Avimukteshwaranand to UP CM

Stop beef export and then...: Avimukteshwaranand to UP CM

Rediff.com30 Jan 2026

Amid the row, the mela administration issued a notice asking Swami Avimukteshwaranand Saraswati to explain how he was using the title of Shankaracharya of the Jyotish Peeth.

High drama as TN Governor walks out of assembly again

High drama as TN Governor walks out of assembly again

Rediff.com20 Jan 2026

In the fourth such instance, Tamil Nadu Governor R N Ravi on Tuesday walked out of the state assembly without reading his customary address after alleging that the national anthem was insulted, evoking a sharp response from Chief Minister M K Stalin, who dubbed his action as an 'insult' to the House and the people of the state.

'I Won't Be Part of Manipur Govt': Kuki-Zo MLA

'I Won't Be Part of Manipur Govt': Kuki-Zo MLA

Rediff.com4 Feb 2026

'Let's hope all other Kuki-Zo MLAs are also on the same page. But I will not be a part of this government unless our demands are met.'

T20 WC: No India-Pak clash? ICC stares at massive losses

T20 WC: No India-Pak clash? ICC stares at massive losses

Rediff.com2 Feb 2026

An India-Pakistan fixture in an ICC event generates revenue to the tune of a staggering 'USD 250 million (over Rs 2200 crore', as per some estimates and the absence of the cash-cow fixture from the upcoming T20 World Cup is certain to cause heavy losses to all stakeholders.

T20 World Cup: 'Pakistan didn't win, we lost it': Dutch star fumes

T20 World Cup: 'Pakistan didn't win, we lost it': Dutch star fumes

Rediff.com7 Feb 2026

Netherlands pacer Paul van Meekeren believes the team's poor execution in the final overs, rather than Pakistan's victory, led to their T20 World Cup defeat. He highlighted a crucial dropped catch and the failure to capitalize on pressure moments as key factors in the loss.

Chief priest arrested in Sabarimala gold loss probe

Chief priest arrested in Sabarimala gold loss probe

Rediff.com9 Jan 2026

The Special Investigation Team (SIT) probing the Sabarimala gold loss case arrested chief priest of the Lord Ayyappa temple, Kandararu Rajeevaru in Thiruvananthapuram on Friday, sources said.

Centre mandates blue strip on antimicrobial drugs to curb overuse

Centre mandates blue strip on antimicrobial drugs to curb overuse

Rediff.com24 Jan 2026

The Union health ministry has issued draft rules to mandate a blue vertical strip on all antimicrobial drug labels, aiming to rein in over-the-counter misuse and tackle India's growing antimicrobial resistance (AMR) problem.

Mustafizur's exit: Azharuddin backs BCCI decision

Mustafizur's exit: Azharuddin backs BCCI decision

Rediff.com3 Jan 2026

Mohammed Azharuddin backs BCCI; BJP and Congress clash over Mustafizur Rahman issue

Explained: Why Bangladesh wants WC games out of India

Explained: Why Bangladesh wants WC games out of India

Rediff.com6 Jan 2026

Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) president Aminul Islam on Monday said that "we do not feel secure" in sending the national team to India for the T20 World Cup considering the current circumstances.

How To Fill The MHT-CET 2026 Application Form

How To Fill The MHT-CET 2026 Application Form

Rediff.com20 Jan 2026

rediffGURU Radheshyam Zanwar, founder of Zanwar Classes, counsels students on how to register and prepare for various competitive exams.

'Only way to stop US...': Russian MP issues nuclear threat

'Only way to stop US...': Russian MP issues nuclear threat

Rediff.com8 Jan 2026

Following the seizure, Moscow issued a strong condemnation asserting that no country has the right to use force against vessels lawfully registered under another state's jurisdiction, particularly on the high seas.

Rajiv Gandhi: 'I Can't Sack People'

Rajiv Gandhi: 'I Can't Sack People'

Rediff.com18 Feb 2026

'When I met the prime minister, he asked me, "Dr Ganguly, what do you do with people in your company who lie to you?"' 'I said, "Prime Minister, we counsel them and give them a gentle warning. If they lie again, they are sacked".' '"This is my problem,'" Rajiv responded. "I can't sack people in government".' A revealing excerpt from former Hindustan Lever Chairman Dr Ashok S Ganguly's We Are Our Future: Reflections On Life.

Can This Budget Deliver Strategic Growth and Jobs?

Can This Budget Deliver Strategic Growth and Jobs?

Rediff.com31 Jan 2026

India is growing fast, but to keep growing strong, the government must make more things at home, create jobs, and spend money wisely, suggests Rajiv Memani, regional managing partner, Africa-India Region, EY.

Budget 2026: Regulatory Framework For Crypto Exchanges On Cards?

Budget 2026: Regulatory Framework For Crypto Exchanges On Cards?

Rediff.com27 Jan 2026

Enforcement agencies have highlighted risks related to money laundering and terror financing, prompting closer scrutiny of crypto platforms operating in India.

Bangladesh allows shooters to travel to India for Asian Championships

Bangladesh allows shooters to travel to India for Asian Championships

Rediff.com28 Jan 2026

The Bangladesh government has approved its shooters to travel to India for next month's Asian Rifle and Pistol Championships, days after refusing to send its national cricket team to the country.

Russia demands swift return of nationals from seized oil tanker

Russia demands swift return of nationals from seized oil tanker

Rediff.com8 Jan 2026

According to a statement cited by TASS, the Russian foreign ministry said it is closely monitoring reports that the US military has boarded the tanker Mariner, originally Bella 1, on the high seas, noting that Russian citizens are among the crew.

It's official! RCB to play two IPL games in Raipur

It's official! RCB to play two IPL games in Raipur

Rediff.com14 Jan 2026

The Justice Cunha Commission which was constituted to investigate the June 4 stampede, had reportedly concluded in its report that the "design and structure" of the stadium were "unsuitable and unsafe" for mass gatherings

Pak PM claims many countries keen in buying its fighter jets

Pak PM claims many countries keen in buying its fighter jets

Rediff.com15 Jan 2026

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif claims several countries are in talks with Pakistan to acquire its fighter jets following last year's conflict with India. The JF-17 Thunder is reportedly a key focus.

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