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Vice Presidential Poll: NDA Has 28 Vote Edge

Vice Presidential Poll: NDA Has 28 Vote Edge

Rediff.com7 Aug 2025

The effective strength of both the Houses together is 786 and the winning candidate will require 394 votes, considering that all eligible voters exercise their franchise.

Tharoor gets SC relief in 'scorpion' remark against Modi

Tharoor gets SC relief in 'scorpion' remark against Modi

Rediff.com1 Aug 2025

The Supreme Court has extended the stay on trial court proceedings against Congress MP Shashi Tharoor in a defamation case filed over his 'scorpion on Shivling' remark. The court questioned the complainant's sensitivity and adjourned the matter for further hearing.

Housefull 5 Arrives On OTT

Housefull 5 Arrives On OTT

Rediff.com1 Aug 2025

Aamir Khan's starry magic, Akshay Kumar's buffoonery and more on OTT this week.

Kalki On Her Divorce With Anurag: 'It Was Hurtful'

Kalki On Her Divorce With Anurag: 'It Was Hurtful'

Rediff.com22 Jul 2025

'Then came a point when we were like, 'we need to stay out of each other's lives' because it was hurtful to see the other person with somebody else.'

The Pujara Story- 11 Blows at Gabba, 7000+ Runs, Zero Hype

The Pujara Story- 11 Blows at Gabba, 7000+ Runs, Zero Hype

Rediff.com24 Aug 2025

In the era of uber-stylish batters, Pujara was that glue that held the Indian batting together for a decade between 2013-14 till 2023 over a period of 100 plus Test matches.

PIX: Barcelona held to draw; Inter Milan lose

PIX: Barcelona held to draw; Inter Milan lose

Rediff.com1 Sep 2025

Barcelona dropped their first points in LaLiga this season as Rayo Vallecano fought back to secure a 1-1 draw at home to the champions.

Wrestling legend Hulk Hogan dies at 71

Wrestling legend Hulk Hogan dies at 71

Rediff.com24 Jul 2025

Hulk Hogan, who helped turn pro wrestling into billion-dollar spectacle, dies at 71

Govt may not discuss Bihar SIR in Parliament

Govt may not discuss Bihar SIR in Parliament

Rediff.com1 Aug 2025

Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju defends Parliament's inability to discuss the Election Commission's functioning, citing a former speaker's ruling. The Opposition's demand to discuss the Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls continues to disrupt the Monsoon session.

Messi suspension sparks uproar in MLS

Messi suspension sparks uproar in MLS

Rediff.com26 Jul 2025

Lionel Messi has been suspended for one game after sitting out the MLS All-Star Game without prior approval, the league said on Friday.

Why I Want Parliament To Call Trump 'Greatest Liar Of The 21st Century'

Why I Want Parliament To Call Trump 'Greatest Liar Of The 21st Century'

Rediff.com1 Aug 2025

'Ordinary Indians are not happy with the tone and tenor of the American president.'

A Hopeful Mother Waits In Uttarakhand

A Hopeful Mother Waits In Uttarakhand

Rediff.com7 Aug 2025

Glimpses from India and around the world that will make you smile and cry.

ICC releases interesting new rules across formats

ICC releases interesting new rules across formats

Rediff.com26 Jun 2025

Stop clock for Tests, change in DRS protocol, short run penalty, the new rules across formats will come into effect from July 2.

Gift A TV: Up To 70% Off Top Brands

Gift A TV: Up To 70% Off Top Brands

Rediff.com13 Feb 2025

Valentine's Day=Quality time together. Why not make those moments steamy in front of a brand-new television, holding hands, smooching, in your own private movie world, like how it was in the drive-in era?

Gift A TV: Up To 70% Off Top Brands

Gift A TV: Up To 70% Off Top Brands

Rediff.com13 Feb 2025

Valentine's Day=Quality time together. Why not make those moments steamy in front of a brand-new television, holding hands, smooching, in your own private movie world, like how it was in the drive-in era?

Kalyan Banerjee quits as TMC chief whip in LS amid coordination issues

Kalyan Banerjee quits as TMC chief whip in LS amid coordination issues

Rediff.com4 Aug 2025

Senior Trinamool Congress MP Kalyan Banerjee resigned as the party's chief whip in the Lok Sabha, citing unfair blame for lack of coordination among MPs and internal party conflicts.

Under New Bill Modi, Mantris Face Risk Of Arrest Too

Under New Bill Modi, Mantris Face Risk Of Arrest Too

Rediff.com27 Aug 2025

BJP strategists are missing something somewhere, and they have not acknowledged it, to be able to repair it in good time, points out N Sathiya Moorthy.

Enough Russian nuke subs to counter Trump's 2: Russia downplays US threat

Enough Russian nuke subs to counter Trump's 2: Russia downplays US threat

Rediff.com2 Aug 2025

A Russian Parliament member claims Russia has enough nuclear submarines to counter US deployments, following statements by Donald Trump and Dmitry Medvedev.

Rijiju defends CISF presence in RS, says security is Chair's call

Rijiju defends CISF presence in RS, says security is Chair's call

Rediff.com1 Aug 2025

Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju defended security measures in Rajya Sabha, stating that marshals intervened to prevent disruption by MPs. This follows objections from the opposition regarding the presence of security personnel in the House.

Birla to announce panel to probe Justice Verma

Birla to announce panel to probe Justice Verma

Rediff.com24 Jul 2025

Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla is likely to announce the formation of an inquiry committee to probe the charges against Allahabad High Court Judge Yashwant Varma. A notice signed by 152 MPs was submitted to Birla on July 21.

Venus Confirms Engagement With Andrea Preti

Venus Confirms Engagement With Andrea Preti

Rediff.com24 Jul 2025

Venus Williams confirmed her engagement to Italian model and actor Andrea Preti.

LS passes Bill to ban online money games, proposes 3-yr jail, Rs 1 cr fine

LS passes Bill to ban online money games, proposes 3-yr jail, Rs 1 cr fine

Rediff.com20 Aug 2025

The Indian government has introduced a bill in the Lok Sabha to ban online games played with money, aiming to curb addiction, money laundering, and financial fraud. The bill also targets advertisements and financial transactions related to such games.

'130th Amendment Risks Placing Power In ED/CBI/CID/Police'

'130th Amendment Risks Placing Power In ED/CBI/CID/Police'

Rediff.com22 Aug 2025

'Anyone they don't like can be potentially arrested and thrown in jail for 30 days to induce regime change.'

'The Only Writer In India All Fascist Governments Listen To'

'The Only Writer In India All Fascist Governments Listen To'

Rediff.com3 Sep 2025

This was a soaring evening that sent hearts aflutter and for a few brief moments we tasted the breath of pure freedom that has been missing in this country for the past several years.

People must decide if leaders should govern from jail: Amit Shah

People must decide if leaders should govern from jail: Amit Shah

Rediff.com20 Aug 2025

Union Home Minister Amit Shah introduced bills in Lok Sabha addressing the removal of arrested PMs, CMs, and ministers, sparking opposition protests. Shah emphasized the need for public decision on whether leaders should govern from jail, criticizing the Congress party's stance on the matter.

Gambhir or Amorim: Who's right about building team around stars?

Gambhir or Amorim: Who's right about building team around stars?

Rediff.com21 Jul 2025

In the last 10 games that United have played under Amorim's stewardship, they had lost six games, while under Gambhir, India have lost eight out of their last 11 Tests.

Big celebs among 29 booked for 'endorsing' betting apps

Big celebs among 29 booked for 'endorsing' betting apps

Rediff.com10 Jul 2025

The Enforcement Directorate has filed a money laundering case to look into the role of more than two dozen celebrities, including actors like Vijay Deverakonda, Rana Daggubati and Prakash Raj, apart from some social media influencers and YouTubers in Telangana as part of a money laundering probe against certain online betting platforms, official sources said on Thursday.

Big celebs among 29 booked for 'endorsing' betting apps

Big celebs among 29 booked for 'endorsing' betting apps

Rediff.com10 Jul 2025

The Enforcement Directorate has filed a money laundering case to investigate the role of celebrities, including actors Vijay Deverakonda and Rana Daggubati, in promoting online betting platforms.

How Smart TV Is Changing India

How Smart TV Is Changing India

Rediff.com23 Feb 2024

The way video is being watched and monetised is changing. This is the first thing that stands out as the penetration of smart TVs continues to rise.

India to get new Vice President on September 9

India to get new Vice President on September 9

Rediff.com1 Aug 2025

The election for the post of Vice President will be held on September 9, with the notification being issued on August 7 and the last date for filing nominations on August 21.

Windies coach meets match ref Srinath over umpiring row

Windies coach meets match ref Srinath over umpiring row

Rediff.com27 Jun 2025

Speaking on Chase's dismissal, which came just after lunch, breaking a 67-run partnership with Hope, Sammy said, 'In our opinion, we saw the ball deviated onto the pad.'

RBI to 'wait and watch' before further rate cuts: Governor Malhotra

RBI to 'wait and watch' before further rate cuts: Governor Malhotra

Rediff.com16 Jul 2025

Reserve Bank will "wait and watch" the evolving situation before deciding on any further rate cut, Governor Sanjay Malhotra has said as he emphasised that both growth and price stability are equally important. With inflation on a downward trend, the RBI's Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) has been reducing the benchmark repo rate and has adopted a neutral stance, which also gives the flexibility to either cut or hike the rate going forward. The central bank has cummulatively reduced the repo rate by 100 basis points since February.

Monsoon session of Parl ends amid uproar; Modi hits out at Cong

Monsoon session of Parl ends amid uproar; Modi hits out at Cong

Rediff.com22 Aug 2025

The Monsoon session of Parliament concluded after facing disruptions and protests over the revision of electoral rolls in Bihar. Despite the disruptions, the government managed to pass key legislations.

AliExpress removes Jagannath doormats after backlash, apologises

AliExpress removes Jagannath doormats after backlash, apologises

Rediff.com1 Aug 2025

A major controversy has erupted in Odisha after Chinese e-commerce platform AliExpress was found selling doormats featuring the image of Lord Jagannath, sparking outrage and prompting police complaints and demands for an apology.

LS to debate motion to remove Justice Varma, not admitted in RS

LS to debate motion to remove Justice Varma, not admitted in RS

Rediff.com25 Jul 2025

Lok Sabha will consider a motion to remove Justice Yashwant Varma due to a suspected corruption case, after a similar motion in Rajya Sabha was not admitted. The move follows a unanimous decision by political parties to address perceived corruption in the judiciary.

How numbers favour NDA in Vice Presidential election

How numbers favour NDA in Vice Presidential election

Rediff.com22 Jul 2025

The ruling NDA is expected to win the upcoming election for the post of Vice President of India, following the resignation of Jagdeep Dhankhar.

Will Harivansh Singh Be The Next Veep?

Will Harivansh Singh Be The Next Veep?

Rediff.com11 Aug 2025

'When Harivansh sits in the chair, you feel your voice will be heard.'

Dhankhar resigns: What happens when VP steps down mid-term

Dhankhar resigns: What happens when VP steps down mid-term

Rediff.com22 Jul 2025

Following Jagdeep Dhankhar's resignation as Vice President, an election to appoint his successor must be held 'as soon as possible' according to the Constitution. The article details the constitutional provisions regarding the election, term, and responsibilities of the Vice President.

'Akash Deep has shown how hungry he was': Siraj

'Akash Deep has shown how hungry he was': Siraj

Rediff.com5 Jul 2025

Mohammed Siraj credited fellow seamer Akash Deep for playing a big role in his six-wicket haul during Day 3 of the second Test against England in Birmingham.

Unclear Goals Of The 130th Amendment

Unclear Goals Of The 130th Amendment

Rediff.com2 Sep 2025

'Non-BJP state governments and their leaders, navigating today's political landscape, know well they have no clue what awaits around the corner.' 'The chances of charges pressed and oneself getting parked in custody play out on an uneven playing field,' points out Shyam G Menon.

Sundar reflects on his incisive bowling at Lord's

Sundar reflects on his incisive bowling at Lord's

Rediff.com14 Jul 2025

'I had specific plans coming into this Test, and Gauti bhai (Gautam Gambhir) helped me shape and refine them in the lead-up.'