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'There Is Lack Of Clarity And Openness In Census'

'There Is Lack Of Clarity And Openness In Census'

Rediff.com2 days ago

'What is the need for collecting so much data unless they are going to be used for some other purpose?'

Kapil Dev Addresses Fan Access, Gen Z, And Golf's Future

Kapil Dev Addresses Fan Access, Gen Z, And Golf's Future

Rediff.com5 days ago

PGTI president Kapil Dev has called on authorities to facilitate fan access to the D P World India Championship amidst ongoing protests in Delhi. He also urged Gen Z to listen to others while acknowledging their intelligence, and advocated for shorter golf formats and improved infrastructure to boost the sport's popularity in India.

Indian Golfers Battle For Cut At DP World India Championship

Indian Golfers Battle For Cut At DP World India Championship

Rediff.com5 days ago

The second round of the DP World India Championship was suspended on Friday due to weather delays, leaving several Indian golfers, including Anirban Lahiri, Saptak Talwar, and Om Prakash Chauhan, in contention to make the cut. Angel Hidalgo, Joost Luiten, and Adrian Meronk share the clubhouse lead, with many players yet to complete their rounds. The cut is expected to be decided on Saturday afternoon as the tournament plays catch-up.

Nigerian National Granted Bail After 13 Months In Custody

Nigerian National Granted Bail After 13 Months In Custody

Rediff.com2 days ago

A Delhi court has granted bail to Nigerian national Nwachukwu Benjamin Odinaka, who was arrested for allegedly possessing forged passports and visas. The court noted he had been in jail for 13 months, the investigation was complete, and no charges under the stringent NDPS Act were applicable to him.

Asian Games Bronze A Stepping Stone For Diya Chitale

Asian Games Bronze A Stepping Stone For Diya Chitale

Rediff.com7 days ago

Indian table tennis player Diya Chitale, fresh off winning an Asian Games mixed doubles bronze with Manush Shah, views the medal as a crucial step towards Olympic qualification. She highlighted the importance of mental preparation and an aggressive strategy, which helped them defeat a higher-ranked Hong Kong pair. Chitale aims to improve world rankings through upcoming WTT tournaments and the World Championships.

Tilak Varma discusses India's changing batting order, his preparation for the finisher's role and the positives from the West Indies T20I series ahead of New Zealand.

Tilak Varma discusses India's changing batting order, his preparation for the finisher's role and the positives from the West Indies T20I series ahead of New Zealand.

Rediff.com3 days ago

Tilak Varma discusses India's changing batting order, his preparation for the finisher's role and the positives from the West Indies T20I series ahead of New Zealand.

Phone caller ID to show registered name from Nov 1

Phone caller ID to show registered name from Nov 1

Rediff.com6 days ago

India's Department of Telecommunications (DoT) has amended its Unified Licence Agreement, allowing caller identification to include the subscriber's registered name from November 1, 2026, a move aimed at enhancing transparency and potentially curbing spam calls.

SIR-deleted voters can seek inclusion through Form 6: EC to HC

SIR-deleted voters can seek inclusion through Form 6: EC to HC

Rediff.com3 days ago

The Election Commission of India has told the Delhi high court that two voters, whose names were deleted from the electoral rolls after they could not complete the enumeration process during the Special Intensive Revision in the national capital, can fill Form 6 for redressal of their grievance.

Does Indian Idol Legends Return Encourage Bullying?

Does Indian Idol Legends Return Encourage Bullying?

Rediff.com1 days ago

It was very disappointing to watch some talented singers pull each other down on national television, notes Divya Nair.

Will Kartik Kick Like Bruce Lee, Punch Like Stallone?

Will Kartik Kick Like Bruce Lee, Punch Like Stallone?

Rediff.com4 days ago

Sandeep Modi's script afford Kartik never-before action opportunities wherein he would be doing a mix of Bruce Lee and Sylvester Stallone.

Pranavi Urs Shares Dream Meeting With Golfing Idol Rory McIlroy

Pranavi Urs Shares Dream Meeting With Golfing Idol Rory McIlroy

Rediff.com4 days ago

Indian golfer Pranavi Urs fulfilled a lifelong dream by spending an hour with her idol, Rory McIlroy, in India. The two discussed their respective triumphs, with Urs sharing how she drew inspiration from McIlroy's Masters win during her own gold medal victory at the recent Asian Games. Urs also spoke about the growth of Indian golf, managing expectations, and her Olympic aspirations.

Congress Seva Dal Holds Candle March For Ankita Bhandari Justice

Congress Seva Dal Holds Candle March For Ankita Bhandari Justice

Rediff.com5 days ago

The Congress' Seva Dal organised a candle march in New Delhi, demanding justice for Ankita Bhandari, who was murdered in Uttarakhand in 2022. The protest called for an impartial investigation and accountability, especially regarding allegations against BJP's Dushyant Gautam, whose recent appointment as Sikkim Governor has drawn criticism from the Congress.

Zverev secures year-end top ranking as Alcaraz crashes out of Shanghai Masters

Zverev secures year-end top ranking as Alcaraz crashes out of Shanghai Masters

Rediff.com12 Oct 2026

German tennis star Alexander Zverev has secured the ATP's year-end world number one ranking, a 'dream come true' for the 29-year-old, following Carlos Alcaraz's shock defeat to Zizou Bergs at the Shanghai Masters.

Jio Platforms IPO: What it means for Reliance's debt-free ambition and shareholder value

Jio Platforms IPO: What it means for Reliance's debt-free ambition and shareholder value

Rediff.com5 days ago

Jio Platforms, the digital arm of Reliance Industries Ltd (RIL), is launching its initial public offering (IPO) with a price band of 1,065-1,119 a share, aiming to make RIL a net-debt-free company and create long-term shareholder value.

Raphinha Set for Barcelona Start as Defensive Woes Mount Ahead of PSG Clash

Raphinha Set for Barcelona Start as Defensive Woes Mount Ahead of PSG Clash

Rediff.com2 days ago

Barcelona manager Hansi Flick has confirmed that Raphinha is set to return to the starting XI for the Champions League clash against Paris St Germain on Tuesday, as the club grapples with a significant defensive injury crisis.

Faridkot MP Demands CBI Inquiry For Slain Anti-Drug Activist

Faridkot MP Demands CBI Inquiry For Slain Anti-Drug Activist

Rediff.com3 days ago

Faridkot MP Sarabjeet Singh Khalsa has formally requested the Union Home Ministry to initiate a CBI investigation into the murder of anti-drug activist Parvinder Singh Jhota in Mansa. Jhota was shot on October 13 while exposing illegal drug sales, and the incident has sparked outrage in Punjab. Khalsa expressed concerns about the local police probe and the accused's alleged criminal history, questioning the issuance of an arms license.

Iga Swiatek eyes late-season turnaround as WTA Finals qualification remains uncertain

Iga Swiatek eyes late-season turnaround as WTA Finals qualification remains uncertain

Rediff.com13 Oct 2026

Iga Swiatek sits 10th in the WTA Finals qualifying race and hopes to finish strongly in Wuhan, Ningbo and Tokyo after a challenging season and recent coaching changes.

Beijing's Export Restrictions On Key Machinery Could Hamper India

Beijing's Export Restrictions On Key Machinery Could Hamper India

Rediff.com2 days ago

China has announced new export controls on key machinery, including tunnel boring machines, walking excavators, and dredger components, citing national security. These restrictions, effective November 18, could significantly impact India's infrastructure projects, such as metro systems and high-speed rail lines, as China has previously limited such exports to India.

It's Time To Replace Gambhir As Test Coach

It's Time To Replace Gambhir As Test Coach

Rediff.com31 Aug 2026

India have never looked so vulnerable in Test cricket in recent times. They need a complete reset of their approach to Test cricket, and perhaps a new coach with fresh ideas could revitalise Shubman Gill and his boys.

Lisandro Martinez apologises for Man Utd criticism after talks

Lisandro Martinez apologises for Man Utd criticism after talks

Rediff.com5 days ago

Manchester United defender Lisandro Martinez has publicly apologised for criticising the club's hierarchy following their Champions League defeat to Atletico Madrid, after holding discussions with manager Michael Carrick and senior officials.

Aditya-L1 Gives ISRO A Solar Edge

Aditya-L1 Gives ISRO A Solar Edge

Rediff.com4 days ago

'It is to observe the Sun continuously that you have the Aditya L1 mission.' 'It is in a position from where it can observe the Sun continuously.'

'Abhijeet Dipke, Cockroach Janata Party funded by US donors'

'Abhijeet Dipke, Cockroach Janata Party funded by US donors'

Rediff.com7 days ago

American singer Mary Millben has ignited a political debate by calling on 'young patriots' in India to protest the Cockroach Janata Party..

Spotify Eyes India's Global Music Moment

Spotify Eyes India's Global Music Moment

Rediff.com4 days ago

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

SOG Busts Medical Registration Fraud In Rajasthan

SOG Busts Medical Registration Fraud In Rajasthan

Rediff.com5 days ago

The Rajasthan Police's Special Operations Group (SOG) has arrested two men for allegedly securing registration with the Rajasthan Medical Council (RMC) using forged educational qualifications. One accused, Pankaj Yadav, failed a foreign medical exam six times and allegedly used fake MBBS degrees, while Nanji Ram Choudhary, who only studied up to Class 8, allegedly used forged degrees to own and operate a hospital. The SOG is investigating potential involvement of RMC officials.

Volvo Cars May Hike Prices Again Amid Rising Shipping Costs

Volvo Cars May Hike Prices Again Amid Rising Shipping Costs

Rediff.com13 Oct 2026

Geopolitical disruptions have made shipping times unpredictable and raised costs for Volvo Car India, which may have to increase vehicle prices if the situation persists, its Managing Director Jyoti Malhotra said on Monday.

Planning To Buy A House? How EPF Can Help

Planning To Buy A House? How EPF Can Help

Rediff.com6 days ago

A member must generally have completed 12 months of EPF membership to use the facility.

DMart Faces Margin Pressure, Higher Costs Amidst Aggressive Store Expansion

DMart Faces Margin Pressure, Higher Costs Amidst Aggressive Store Expansion

Rediff.com1 days ago

Avenue Supermarts (DMart) reported lower-than-expected Q2FY27 performance, with revenue growth of 18.4 per cent year-on-year but visible margin pressure, leading to a 4.5 per cent stock drop. The company faces challenges from lower-margin sales, operating cost pressures, and aggressive store expansion, impacting profitability despite improved same-store sales growth.

Mendis Takes Helm For Sri Lanka's Pakistan Test Challenge

Mendis Takes Helm For Sri Lanka's Pakistan Test Challenge

Rediff.com13 Oct 2026

Sri Lanka has announced its 15-member squad for the upcoming ICC World Test Championship series against Pakistan. Kusal Mendis will captain the side for the first time in Tests, taking over from Dhananjaya de Silva. The series, part of the WTC cycle, begins November 9 in Pakistan.

How Wadhwani AI Uses AI To Predict Disease Outbreaks

How Wadhwani AI Uses AI To Predict Disease Outbreaks

Rediff.com7 days ago

Wadhwani AI is working on a 'vulnerability mapping' project which determines the probability of a disease breaking out in a particular area during a particular season or time.

Uday Saharan's unbeaten century rescues Punjab after Shubman Gill's early exit

Uday Saharan's unbeaten century rescues Punjab after Shubman Gill's early exit

Rediff.com3 days ago

Punjab captain Uday Saharan scored an unbeaten 106 to guide his team to 269 for four against Chhattisgarh on Day 1 of their Ranji Trophy match. This came after India skipper Shubman Gill was dismissed for just one run. In another match, Manvanth Kumar's 86 not out helped Karnataka recover against Saurashtra.

Police Detain Suspects In Tiger Shroff Firing Case

Police Detain Suspects In Tiger Shroff Firing Case

Rediff.com2 days ago

Three individuals, including a minor, allegedly involved in the firing incident at actor Tiger Shroff's car in Mumbai, were detained in Kota, Rajasthan. Police intercepted them on a train, revealing a connection to an alleged associate of the Lawrence Bishnoi gang and a plan to flee to Nepal. Mumbai Police are now taking custody of the suspects for further investigation.

West Indies CEO Blames 1997 ICC Decision for Cricket's Decline

West Indies CEO Blames 1997 ICC Decision for Cricket's Decline

Rediff.com5 days ago

Cricket West Indies (CWI) CEO Chris Dehring has vehemently criticised the existing revenue model for bilateral cricket series, highlighting that the West Indies receive no financial benefit from their lucrative ongoing white-ball engagement with India.

NorthEast United Edge Mohun Bagan In Thrilling ISL Opener

NorthEast United Edge Mohun Bagan In Thrilling ISL Opener

Rediff.com12 Oct 2026

NorthEast United FC secured a dramatic 1-0 victory over Mohun Bagan Super Giant in their Indian Super League season opener. Substitute Jithin M S scored in the 90+2nd minute, clinching all three points for the Highlanders in a closely fought home encounter against the defending champions.

Class XI Student Dies By Suicide After Alleged Harassment

Class XI Student Dies By Suicide After Alleged Harassment

Rediff.com5 days ago

A 17-year-old Class XI student in Jalna, Maharashtra, allegedly died by suicide on October 9 after being repeatedly pressured for marriage and stalked by a 21-year-old man. The accused, Dhanraj Lahane, was booked on Friday following a complaint from the deceased's uncle, though no arrest has been made yet.

How Rinku Hooda Overcame Personal Tragedy To Win Asian Para Games Gold

How Rinku Hooda Overcame Personal Tragedy To Win Asian Para Games Gold

Rediff.com2 days ago

Indian para-athlete Rinku Hooda won a gold medal in the men's javelin throw F46 event at the Asian Para Games in Nagoya. Despite being deeply affected by his mother's passing in August and battling a shoulder injury, Hooda dedicated his victory to her. He aims to secure a Paralympics medal next, having previously won medals at various international championships.

Justice Sought For Slain Anti-Drug Activist Parvider Singh Jhota In Mansa

Justice Sought For Slain Anti-Drug Activist Parvider Singh Jhota In Mansa

Rediff.com4 days ago

Anti-drug activist Parvider Singh Jhota was shot dead in Mansa on October 13. His family and supporters are refusing to cremate his body until their demands for justice, including a CBI probe and resignations of top officials, are met. The incident has triggered political protests and condemnation across Punjab, with various leaders visiting the protest site and the SGPC announcing a tribute.

Rajasthan Police Make Two More Arrests In 2021 SI Exam Paper Leak Case

Rajasthan Police Make Two More Arrests In 2021 SI Exam Paper Leak Case

Rediff.com6 days ago

The Rajasthan Police's Special Operations Group (SOG) has arrested two more individuals, Devendra Kumar Saini and Dungar Prakash, in connection with the 2021 sub-inspector recruitment exam paper leak case, bringing the total arrests to 154. Saini allegedly facilitated his son and another candidate in accessing leaked papers, while Prakash arranged for a dummy candidate. Both have been remanded to custody as investigations continue.

'I Am Scared For Tiger Shroff'

'I Am Scared For Tiger Shroff'

Rediff.com2 days ago

'Tiger Shroff is someone who has absolutely no controversies associated with him.' 'He is someone who works out or dances. That is all I ever see him doing.' 'I cannot fathom how shots could be fired at him. I am even scared to speak about this on camera. What if someone comes after me?'

Barcelona extend LaLiga lead with emphatic 5-2 victory against 10-man Real Betis

Barcelona extend LaLiga lead with emphatic 5-2 victory against 10-man Real Betis

Rediff.com3 days ago

Barcelona continued their formidable LaLiga campaign with a commanding triumph over Real Betis with Lamine Yamal delivering another standout performance.

ISL: NorthEast United, Kerala Blasters aim to keep winning

ISL: NorthEast United, Kerala Blasters aim to keep winning

Rediff.com4 days ago

NorthEast United FC and Kerala Blasters FC, both coming off opening-match victories, are set to clash in a highly anticipated Indian Super League fixture in Guwahati on Sunday. Coaches Juan Pedro Benali and Ashley Westwood shared their strategies and expectations, with both teams aiming to build early-season momentum.