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'They photoshopped my face': Pathan on fake Babar story

'They photoshopped my face': Pathan on fake Babar story

Rediff.com7 Aug 2026

Former Indian cricketer Irfan Pathan shared his experiences with online trolling and fake news, recounting a specific incident where a photoshopped image led to a false story about him being refused an interview by Pakistani batter Babar Azam. Pathan emphasised his approach of not responding to such fabrications, stating that constant engagement would make life unmanageable.

The Rescue Mission That Came Full Circle

The Rescue Mission That Came Full Circle

Rediff.com7 days ago

For nearly three decades, the two sides of the story had existed independently. One had been recorded in a pilot's logbook; the other carried in the memory of a young boy who had survived a terrible accident, recalls Air Commodore Nitin Sathe (retd).

How Forensic Evidence Unmasked A Husband's Murder Plot

How Forensic Evidence Unmasked A Husband's Murder Plot

Rediff.com7 days ago

A 73-year-old man in Kota has been arrested for allegedly murdering his 70-year-old wife in July. He initially fabricated a story of an intruder attack, even self-inflicting minor wounds, but forensic evidence and police investigation, including call detail records and neighbour testimonies, exposed his deception and led to his arrest.

The Killers: India's 10 Leading Causes of Death

The Killers: India's 10 Leading Causes of Death

Rediff.com7 hours ago

What causes the highest number of deaths in India?

What's Ranbir Kapoor Praying For?

What's Ranbir Kapoor Praying For?

Rediff.com4 days ago

Kajol, Ranbir Kapoor, Bipasha Basu, Mouni Roy, and Jaya Bachchan got together to celebrate Durga Puja over the weekend.

How Tiger Pataudi Inspired Jeffrey Archer

How Tiger Pataudi Inspired Jeffrey Archer

Rediff.com11 Oct 2026

Jeffrey Archer immortalised his nearly 50-year friendship with Tiger Pataudi in the short story The Century.

Ramayana: Part 1 Heads For Blockbuster Opening

Ramayana: Part 1 Heads For Blockbuster Opening

Rediff.com1 days ago

Ramayana: Part 1 has kicked off its advance bookings with an impressive start, already selling over 1 lakh tickets before its November 5 release.

Dell Pro Rugged 13 Extreme Price In India Starts At Rs 336,990

Dell Pro Rugged 13 Extreme Price In India Starts At Rs 336,990

Rediff.com2 days ago

Designed for demanding work environments, the Dell Pro Rugged 13 Extreme combines a compact 13.3-inch touchscreen with powerful Intel processing, AI capabilities and flexible battery options.

Asian Games: The Inspiring Story of Army Men Satnam and Salman's Historic Bronze!

Asian Games: The Inspiring Story of Army Men Satnam and Salman's Historic Bronze!

Rediff.com24 Sep 2026

Satnam Singh and Salman Khan secured India's first-ever men's double sculls bronze medal at the Asian Games, a significant achievement amidst an otherwise challenging performance by the Indian rowing team. The medal comes despite pre-competition controversy regarding team selections, with the duo forming their partnership just five days before the event.

LFW 2026: Vote For Your Favourite Showstopper!

LFW 2026: Vote For Your Favourite Showstopper!

Rediff.com3 days ago

Lakme Fashion Week x FDCI 2026 gave us dramatic silhouettes, experimental fashion and plenty of celebrity moments.

Infinix Smart 20 HD Launched At Rs 10,999 With 120 Hz Display

Infinix Smart 20 HD Launched At Rs 10,999 With 120 Hz Display

Rediff.com4 days ago

Infinix has introduced the Smart 20 HD, an affordable smartphone featuring a 120 Hz display, dual speakers with up to 300 per cent volume.

Mahesh Bhatt: 'Smita Patil Helped Make Me'

Mahesh Bhatt: 'Smita Patil Helped Make Me'

Rediff.com6 days ago

'The last time I saw Smita, she had become a mother. The door opened. I walked in. I saw her.' 'I said, "Smita, the most creative role of your life begins now. As a mother." She laughed.' 'I spoke as if we had years. Years to meet again. Years to work again. Years to watch her child grow.'

Zheng Qinwen's Incredible US Open Comeback Story

Zheng Qinwen's Incredible US Open Comeback Story

Rediff.com8 Sep 2026

China's Zheng Qinwen has made a remarkable comeback at the US Open, reaching the quarter-finals after overcoming a chronic elbow injury and a significant drop in rankings.

'Our Bodies Are Wild Beings'

'Our Bodies Are Wild Beings'

Rediff.com15 Oct 2026

'Growing up in Bangladesh, I always felt that I was a piece of meat. As soon as I walked down the street, I could be the president of Bangladesh and I would still be a piece of meat because I am a woman.'

6 Places To Watch Ravana Dahan

6 Places To Watch Ravana Dahan

Rediff.com3 days ago

Ravana Dahan, the ceremonial burning of Ravana's effigy, is one of the most spectacular traditions associated with Dusshera in India. Grand public celebrations take place at many locations.

Street Fighter Review: All Fists, No Fun

Street Fighter Review: All Fists, No Fun

Rediff.com7 days ago

What starts off as a promise of an entertaining fantasy adventure turns into a parade of incredibly generic and full of clichs action slop, complains Mayur Sanap.

Srinidhi Shetty's One True Love Is...

Srinidhi Shetty's One True Love Is...

Rediff.com2 days ago

Srinidhi Shetty has steadily carved out a place for herself in Indian cinema, earning recognition for her performances and screen presence, particularly as Reena in the KGF franchise.

8 Foods For A Better Sperm Count

8 Foods For A Better Sperm Count

Rediff.com1 days ago

According to World Health Organization a total count of at least 39 million sperm per ejaculation is considered within the normal range.

Spotify Eyes India's Global Music Moment

Spotify Eyes India's Global Music Moment

Rediff.com6 days ago

'India is a large source of Spotify's future audience growth because it is the largest market in the world.'

Pehla Pyaar Doosri Baar Review: Bumper Debut

Pehla Pyaar Doosri Baar Review: Bumper Debut

Rediff.com3 hours ago

Unlike Pyaar Ka Punchnama, which was insensitive to its female cast as well as the audience, Pehla Pyaar Doosri Baar allows its characters a little more room to breathe, express themselves and put forward their points of view, discovers Divya Nair.

The Art Of Doing Nothing At Work

The Art Of Doing Nothing At Work

Rediff.com2 days ago

Some lessons about patience are taught not by monks or teachers, but by government offices, one slow afternoon at a time, reveals Binu Alex.

Sindhu holds nerve in 64-minute French Open thriller

Sindhu holds nerve in 64-minute French Open thriller

Rediff.com1 days ago

India's P V Sindhu, a double Olympic medallist, overcame a strong challenge from Thailand's Supanida Katethong in a three-game thriller at the French Open Super 750 badminton tournament on Wednesday. Sindhu won 21-14, 8-21, 23-21, admitting it was not her best performance but expressing relief at advancing. In other matches, Unnati Hooda exited, while Ayush Shetty defeated Kidambi Srikanth, and Lakshya Sen gave a walkover.

India's Top 8 Gold-Owning States

India's Top 8 Gold-Owning States

Rediff.com12 Oct 2026

Which parts of urban India have the highest proportion of households owning gold jewellery or bullion?

'I Have to Keep Fighting': Hamilton on His Africa GP Dream

'I Have to Keep Fighting': Hamilton on His Africa GP Dream

Rediff.com6 hours ago

Seven-time Formula One world champion Lewis Hamilton reveals his long-standing dream of an African Grand Prix, now set for Rwanda in the early 2030s, is a significant motivator for him to extend his illustrious racing career.

'Aamir Khan Wanted To Play Ujjwal Nikam In Prahaar'

'Aamir Khan Wanted To Play Ujjwal Nikam In Prahaar'

Rediff.com1 days ago

'Nobody could have played this character better than Rajkummar Rao.'

Virat Kohli's Sister Bhawna Dhingra Clarifies 'Accidental' Modi Criticism Post

Virat Kohli's Sister Bhawna Dhingra Clarifies 'Accidental' Modi Criticism Post

Rediff.com3 days ago

Bhawna Kohli Dhingra, elder sister of cricket star Virat Kohli, clarified that a social media post critical of Prime Minister Narendra Modi was shared from her Instagram account by mistake and does not reflect her personal or political views.

Cricketers, Olympians Extend Heartfelt Dussehra Greetings

Cricketers, Olympians Extend Heartfelt Dussehra Greetings

Rediff.com3 days ago

Indian sports personalities, including Sachin Tendulkar, PV Sindhu, and Gautam Gambhir, took to social media to extend their heartfelt Dussehra wishes to fans, emphasising the festival's message of the triumph of good over evil.

A legend exits CNN: Christiane Amanpour to leave after 43 years

A legend exits CNN: Christiane Amanpour to leave after 43 years

Rediff.com3 days ago

Veteran journalist Christiane Amanpour has announced her decision to leave CNN in June 2027 after 43 years with the network.

How Gen Z Will Drive The Future Of AI And Green Innovation

How Gen Z Will Drive The Future Of AI And Green Innovation

Rediff.com34 minutes ago

Telangana IT Minister D Sridhar Babu stated that Gen Z will be the driving force behind the next wave of AI and green innovation. He urged young innovators to use their skills to solve real-world challenges, particularly in sustainability. The launch of the Green Skills and Applied AI Centre of Excellence in Hyderabad, a partnership between Telangana's IT Ministry, Microsoft, 1M1B, and MeitY Startup Hub, aims to equip graduates with industry-relevant skills in AI, green pharma, solar energy, EVs, and wind energy, with 100 job offers already announced.

10 Married Couples And Their Onscreen Chemistry

10 Married Couples And Their Onscreen Chemistry

Rediff.com2 days ago

From Alia Bhatt-Ranbir Kapoor to Nazriya Nazim-Fahadh Faasil, these real-life celebrity couples have continued their romance on screen after marriage, giving us everything from crackling chemistry to intriguing cinematic collaborations.

'Jeffrey Archer Made Me Fall In Love With Reading'

'Jeffrey Archer Made Me Fall In Love With Reading'

Rediff.com9 Oct 2026

Aneil R Vyas and Nihar Ranjan B will always celebrate Jeffrey Archer in their bookshelves.

The Village India Seized From Pakistan

The Village India Seized From Pakistan

Rediff.com2 days ago

The Indian Army captured Thang in Ladakh in the 1971 War. Ghulam Hussain had left home for a routine errand found himself on the other side of an altered border. He could never return and found a new country and a new home.

'I Lost A Lot Of Things In Life Because Of Addiction'

'I Lost A Lot Of Things In Life Because Of Addiction'

Rediff.com6 Oct 2026

'I've been a recovering addict. I've been in recovery for the past six years. For most of my life, I have suffered from addiction.'

Fat To Fit: 'I Lost Over 16 Kilos In 8 Months'

Fat To Fit: 'I Lost Over 16 Kilos In 8 Months'

Rediff.com4 days ago

Pandurang Kumbhar, 41, from Pune, changed his eating habits, made walking and running part of his routine, and used a smart watch and AI to track his progress. Here, he shares how his weight dropped by 16.45 kg and several of his health and fitness markers improved.

Udta Teer Review: Misses The Bullseye

Udta Teer Review: Misses The Bullseye

Rediff.com2 hours ago

Watching Udta Teer's refreshingly cheeky ambition dumb down into a grovelling piece of gutless filmmaking is supremely disappointing, notes Sukanya Verma.

Experts Stress Real-World AI Evaluation For Safe Healthcare Deployment

Experts Stress Real-World AI Evaluation For Safe Healthcare Deployment

Rediff.com13 Oct 2026

Experts at the TIS-H Clinical AI Summit 2026 highlighted the critical need for real-world evaluation of AI solutions in healthcare. They stressed that promising results from development or pilot programmes do not guarantee effective and safe deployment in hospitals, emphasising clinical relevance, validation, and integration into existing workflows.

8 Of The World's Quietest Countries

8 Of The World's Quietest Countries

Rediff.com3 days ago

The Noise-Free Nations Index is created annually by an award-winning African tour company, Go2Africa by assessing countries using seven measures, covering population and visitor concentration, rural landscapes, protected areas, road traffic, airports and railways.

The Taj's Hidden Story Is India's Wealth

The Taj's Hidden Story Is India's Wealth

Rediff.com26 Aug 2026

In many ways, 17th century India occupied a position in the global economy comparable to that of the United States today. Just as millions of people now look towards America because of its economic opportunities, merchants, adventurers and trading companies once looked towards India.

Can Anurag Gupta Turn Fashion Into Real Change?

Can Anurag Gupta Turn Fashion Into Real Change?

Rediff.com7 days ago

For generations, women in Bishkhor, Uttar Pradesh, have lived with stigma and limited choices. Designer Anurag Gupta hopes to help change that narrative, one livelihood at a time.

Vivo S2 FE Launched At Rs 38,999 With 120 Hz Display And IP69 Rating

Vivo S2 FE Launched At Rs 38,999 With 120 Hz Display And IP69 Rating

Rediff.com7 days ago

Vivo has introduced the S2 FE with a feature-packed specification sheet, including a 6.83-inch AMOLED display and a massive 10,000 mAh battery.