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K'taka youth held for posting Tipu Sultan cutout reel with pro-Pak song

K'taka youth held for posting Tipu Sultan cutout reel with pro-Pak song

Rediff.com25 Aug 2026

A 23-year-old youth was arrested on Monday for allegedly posting and circulating an edited social media reel featuring a 40-foot cutout of 18th-century Mysuru ruler Tipu Sultan with a pro-Pakistan song, the police said.

Tension In Malegaon After Stone Pelting At Durga Immersion

Tension In Malegaon After Stone Pelting At Durga Immersion

Rediff.com2 days ago

A Durga idol immersion procession in Malegaon, Maharashtra, was targeted by stone pelters on Wednesday night after coloured powder allegedly fell on a house. The incident led to tension and a confrontation, though no injuries were reported. Police intervened, deployed additional forces, and completed the immersion rituals by Thursday morning, identifying suspects and appealing for peace.

Saudi Arabia down UAE to regain Gulf Cup after 22-year wait

Saudi Arabia down UAE to regain Gulf Cup after 22-year wait

Rediff.com7 Oct 2026

Saudi Arabia defeated the United Arab Emirates 2-0 to win the 27th Gulf Cup, marking their first title in 22 years. Goals from Hammam Al Hammami and Feras Al Brikan secured the victory, with the Saudi team maintaining a clean sheet throughout the tournament.

Salman Khan: 'If You Want To Make A Comedy On My Life...'

Salman Khan: 'If You Want To Make A Comedy On My Life...'

Rediff.com15 Oct 2026

'...then David Dhawan. If you want to make a traditional, tragic love story, it would be Sanjay Leela Bhansali.' 'If you want to make this beautiful love story after love story, it would be Sooraj Barjatya, and if you want to make an action kind of love story, then Kabir Khan.' 'All the things that have happened in my life.'

PSL 12 dates revealed: What's new for next season?

PSL 12 dates revealed: What's new for next season?

Rediff.com8 Oct 2026

The 12th edition of the Pakistan Super League (PSL 12) will take place from March 18 to May 2 next year, maintaining its eight-team format. The dates were confirmed at a Governing Council meeting in London, paving the way for upcoming player signings and auctions.

Modi, Netanyahu hail Capt Machchhar for averting Flydubai crash

Modi, Netanyahu hail Capt Machchhar for averting Flydubai crash

Rediff.com1 Oct 2026

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu have lauded Indian pilot Smit Machchhar as a hero for thwarting an alleged attempt to crash a flydubai flight, saving 174 lives. Machchhar, despite being seriously injured, resisted the attacker and helped prevent a catastrophic mid-air disaster.

Fighter jets were called in for rescue: Israeli envoy on flydubai incident

Fighter jets were called in for rescue: Israeli envoy on flydubai incident

Rediff.com1 Oct 2026

Israeli envoy Reuven Azar praised Indian Captain Smit Machchhar for foiling an alleged co-pilot's attempt to crash a flydubai plane en route to Tel Aviv. Azar detailed Israel's immediate response, including scrambling fighter jets, and highlighted the combined efforts of the captain, Israeli passengers, and crew in ensuring a safe landing in Saudi Arabia, saving nearly 180 lives.

India to probe mid-air attack on Captain Smit Machchhar

India to probe mid-air attack on Captain Smit Machchhar

Rediff.com10 Oct 2026

India's anti-terror agency, the National Investigation Agency (NIA), has registered a case to investigate a mid-air attack on Captain Smit Machchhar, an Indian pilot, inside the cockpit of an Israel-bound flydubai flight, citing an "apparent attempt to hijack or cause it to crash."

Lottery Loss Leads To Stabbing In Kerala

Lottery Loss Leads To Stabbing In Kerala

Rediff.com27 Sep 2026

A man allegedly stabbed a lottery vendor in Nambiarkunnu, Wayanad, after becoming enraged that a ticket he purchased did not win a prize. The victim, Vinitha Rajesh, sustained serious injuries but is in stable condition, and the accused, Sivakumar, has been taken into custody.

India Unites In Prayer For Hero Pilot Smit Machchhar

India Unites In Prayer For Hero Pilot Smit Machchhar

Rediff.com1 Oct 2026

BJP leaders and devotees across India are performing pujas and havans for the speedy recovery of Captain Smit Machchhar, who was stabbed while thwarting an alleged attempt to crash a Dubai-Tel Aviv flight. Temples like Kashi Vishwanath, Kedarnath, and Somnath are holding special rituals, honouring his courage in saving 174 lives.

Multiple countries probe background of Flydubai co-pilot

Multiple countries probe background of Flydubai co-pilot

Rediff.com4 Oct 2026

Authorities in Australia, Israel, and the UAE are investigating an Omani co-pilot's attempted "terrorist act" on a flydubai flight. The co-pilot, identified as Hamam al-Hammami, attacked the Indian captain with a crash axe, but passengers and reserve pilots managed to land the plane safely. The probe focuses on his motives, connections, and past radical views.

Capt Machchhar stable, being treated at Saudi hospital

Capt Machchhar stable, being treated at Saudi hospital

Rediff.com1 Oct 2026

Indian pilot Captain Smit Machchhar is hailed as a 'real hero' by a senior Israeli official for his bravery during a mid-air 'terror act' on a Flydubai flight, preventing a 'bigger tragedy' after being attacked by his co-pilot with a knife.

Flydubai co-pilot identified; barred in Oman over radical views

Flydubai co-pilot identified; barred in Oman over radical views

Rediff.com3 Oct 2026

An Omani citizen, Hamam al-Hammami, has been identified as the flydubai co-pilot who attacked Indian Captain Smit Machchhar and allegedly attempted to take control of a Dubai-Tel Aviv flight, which the UAE has now confirmed as a 'terrorist act'.

'I was fighting for my life, but wouldn't let others die': Capt Machchhar tells Modi

'I was fighting for my life, but wouldn't let others die': Capt Machchhar tells Modi

Rediff.com2 Oct 2026

Prime Minister Narendra Modi lauded Captain Smit Machchaar for his exceptional bravery in foiling an alleged attempt by his co-pilot to crash an Israel-bound flydubai flight. Modi spoke to Machchaar and his family, expressing pride in his heroic actions that saved hundreds of lives. The incident involved a sharp descent and diversion of the flight, with Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu also acknowledging Machchaar's courage.

'True hero who prevented a disaster': Israel heaps praise on Capt Machchhar

'True hero who prevented a disaster': Israel heaps praise on Capt Machchhar

Rediff.com1 Oct 2026

Indian pilot Captain Smit Machchhar has been hailed as a hero by Israeli leaders for his extraordinary bravery in thwarting an alleged mid-air attack by his co-pilot on a flydubai flight. Despite being stabbed and seriously injured, Machchhar managed to open the cockpit door, allowing passengers and crew to overpower the attacker and prevent a catastrophic disaster. The flight, carrying 174 passengers, safely landed in Saudi Arabia, and Machchhar is recovering.

PM Modi Calls For AI-Driven Civil Service Transformation At UPSC Centenary

PM Modi Calls For AI-Driven Civil Service Transformation At UPSC Centenary

Rediff.com1 Oct 2026

Prime Minister Narendra Modi, speaking at the UPSC centenary, urged a fundamental shift in civil services recruitment and governance. He highlighted the need for services to adapt to an "instant-delivery world" powered by AI, focusing on citizen-centricity and evaluating candidates' motivation beyond academic knowledge. The PM also praised Captain Smit Machchhar's bravery during his address.

Netanyahu invites Capt Machchhar, Modi to Israel's I-Day event

Netanyahu invites Capt Machchhar, Modi to Israel's I-Day event

Rediff.com4 Oct 2026

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has lauded Indian pilot Smit Machchhar as a 'hero of the entire world' for his bravery in foiling an alleged co-pilot's attempt to crash a flydubai flight, and has extended an invitation to Machchhar and Prime Minister Narendra Modi to light a flame on Israeli Independence Day.

Hero Indian pilot on Flydubai prevents crash, saves 174 passengers

Hero Indian pilot on Flydubai prevents crash, saves 174 passengers

Rediff.com1 Oct 2026

An Indian captain and Israeli passengers on a Flydubai flight from Dubai to Tel Aviv heroically fought off a co-pilot who allegedly attempted to crash the aircraft, forcing an emergency landing in Saudi Arabia.

IIMs Slip in QS MBA Rankings 2027

IIMs Slip in QS MBA Rankings 2027

Rediff.com17 Sep 2026

'For Indian institutions this year, global peers are outpacing in key areas such as RoI, entrepreneurship, and alumni outcomes.'

AG.AL Dominates Esports World Cup 2026 To Claim Club Championship

AG.AL Dominates Esports World Cup 2026 To Claim Club Championship

Rediff.com24 Aug 2026

AG.AL has been crowned the Esports World Cup 2026 Club Champion, winning a USD 7 million prize from a record-breaking USD 75 million total pool. Their victory was secured after a dramatic win in Trackmania, capping a seven-week competition.

Celebrating Bollywood's Fierce Female Cops

Celebrating Bollywood's Fierce Female Cops

Rediff.com9 Sep 2026

From Kareena Kapoor Khan's 'cop who wears lipstick' in Daayra to Rani Mukerji's relentless Shivani Shivaji Rao in the Mardaani series, Bollywood has seen a rise in powerful and nuanced portrayals of female police officers tackling brutal crimes and societal challenges.

Ellora's Magnificent Kailasa Temple

Ellora's Magnificent Kailasa Temple

Rediff.com10 Sep 2026

The magnificent Kailasa temple stands as a testament to ancient Indian engineering and artistic brilliance, carved meticulously from a single mountain.

Government Coaching Plan May Pressure Coaching Centres

Government Coaching Plan May Pressure Coaching Centres

Rediff.com27 Aug 2026

'If a student can get a good teacher, quality content and mock tests at no cost, it becomes very hard for a mid-tier coaching centre to keep charging for the same lecture.'

PCB running Multan Sultans: A risk to PSL's credibility?

PCB running Multan Sultans: A risk to PSL's credibility?

Rediff.com29 Dec 2025

This is the first time since the league was launched in 2016 that the board will be directly running a franchise, raising questions over this move which could endanger the reputation of the PSL as a brand.

Before Awarapan 2, Emraan Hashmi's 10 Best Films, Ranked

Before Awarapan 2, Emraan Hashmi's 10 Best Films, Ranked

Rediff.com13 Aug 2026

Before Awarapan 2 tests his comeback, we revisit the 10 films that made Emraan Hashmi the ultimate frontbencher favourite.

'We Need To Stop Coaching Classes'

'We Need To Stop Coaching Classes'

Rediff.com27 Jul 2026

'We can integrate AI and tech into education, but that is just a means and not an end.' 'Ultimately, we need to control what happens in a classroom and we need to let teachers innovate their teaching style to suit the needs of Gen Z and beyond.'

Why Malaysia Is Winning Indian Tourists

Why Malaysia Is Winning Indian Tourists

Rediff.com4 Aug 2026

Go once. You will know, even before you board the flight home, that you will return.

Belgium pip India to lift Sultan Azlan Shah Cup

Belgium pip India to lift Sultan Azlan Shah Cup

Rediff.com30 Nov 2025

Belgium edge out India 1-0 to clinch Azlan Shah hockey title

PSL Drama: Multan Sultans owner rips PCB legal notice

PSL Drama: Multan Sultans owner rips PCB legal notice

Rediff.com24 Oct 2025

Pakistan Super League franchise Multan Sultans' owner Ali Tareen tore up a legal notice sent to him by the PCB threatening to blacklist him and terminate the contract of his team.

Kerala on alert after 2 students test positive for Shigella infection

Kerala on alert after 2 students test positive for Shigella infection

Rediff.com8 Jun 2026

Two students of a school in Kerala's Wayanad district tested positive for Shigella infection, state minister T Siddique said on Monday.

India prevail over hosts Malaysia in Sultan Azlan Shah Cup

India prevail over hosts Malaysia in Sultan Azlan Shah Cup

Rediff.com26 Nov 2025

Selvam Karthi (7'), Sukhjeet Singh (21'), Amit Rohidas (39') and Sanjay (53') scored for India, while Faizal Saari (13'), Fitri Saari (36'), and Marhan Jalil (45') got on the scoresheet for Malaysia.

Sultan of Johor Cup 'perfect' prep ahead of Jr World Cup

Sultan of Johor Cup 'perfect' prep ahead of Jr World Cup

Rediff.com10 Oct 2025

India is the second-most successful team in the Sultan of Johor Cup, having won three titles (2013, 2014, and 2022). Only Great Britain, with four titles, have dine better than them.

TN govt goes to SC against allowing lighting of sacred lamp

TN govt goes to SC against allowing lighting of sacred lamp

Rediff.com23 Jun 2026

The Tamil Nadu government has approached the Supreme Court to challenge a Madras High Court order that permitted the lighting of a ceremonial lamp on the Thirupparankundram hill. The state government cited concerns over public order and potential communal tensions, while the High Court had dismissed these fears as "imaginary" and affirmed the land belongs to the Sri Subramania Swamy Temple, not the Waqf Board.

Why Ram Charan Is Thanking Salman-Aamir For Peddi

Why Ram Charan Is Thanking Salman-Aamir For Peddi

Rediff.com19 May 2026

Ram Charan's highly anticipated film Peddi has unveiled its trailer, with the actor acknowledging the significant influence of Salman Khan and Aamir Khan in establishing the success of sports dramas in Indian cinema.

Sultan Azlan Shah Cup: New-look India to open campaign vs Korea

Sultan Azlan Shah Cup: New-look India to open campaign vs Korea

Rediff.com22 Nov 2025

Five-time champions India take on Korea in Azlan Shah Cup opener

Andy Flower: The Man Who Transformed RCB From History-Seekers To History-Makers

Andy Flower: The Man Who Transformed RCB From History-Seekers To History-Makers

Rediff.com1 Jun 2026

Similar to PSG finding their Messiah in Luis Enrique in 2023, the same year as Andy Flower joined the Bengaluru side, RCB found theirs in the Zimbabwean - a no-nonsense cricketing brain who believes in structure and cohesion to bring in desired results.

India register another win in Sultan of Johor Cup

India register another win in Sultan of Johor Cup

Rediff.com12 Oct 2025

India will next play Pakistan on Tuesday.

Prohibitory Orders In Kadapa After Clashes Over Naming Dispute

Prohibitory Orders In Kadapa After Clashes Over Naming Dispute

Rediff.com10 May 2026

Prohibitory orders have been imposed in Kadapa, Andhra Pradesh, following clashes and stone pelting over a dispute regarding the naming of a centre. Two groups clashed over whether to name the junction after Tipu Sultan or Lord Hanuman, leading to unrest and the imposition of Section 144.

32 dead as as 7.8 magnitude earthquake hits Philippines; triggers tsunami warnings across Southeast Asia

32 dead as as 7.8 magnitude earthquake hits Philippines; triggers tsunami warnings across Southeast Asia

Rediff.com8 Jun 2026

A powerful 7.8-magnitude offshore earthquake struck the southern Philippines, killing at least four people, injuring over 200, damaging buildings, and triggering tsunami warnings across parts of Southeast Asia.

India see off Malaysia to clinch spot in Sultan of Johor Cup final

India see off Malaysia to clinch spot in Sultan of Johor Cup final

Rediff.com17 Oct 2025

They got as many as nine penalty corners in the first two quarters but converted just one.