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Haier M70 Mini LED TV Series: 43-Inch To 85-Inch Models

Haier M70 Mini LED TV Series: 43-Inch To 85-Inch Models

Rediff.com4 days ago

Haier has expanded its television portfolio in India with the Mini LED M70 series, bringing premium display technology, gaming-focused features and smart connectivity to a range of screen sizes.

Asian Games: P V Sindhu, Ayush Advance; Lakshya Sen Crashes Out

Asian Games: P V Sindhu, Ayush Advance; Lakshya Sen Crashes Out

Rediff.com7 hours ago

Two-time Olympic medallist P V Sindhu and young shuttler Ayush Shetty notched up straight-game wins to progress to the singles pre-quarterfinals.

It's treason, says Rahul Gandhi; Sack Gyanesh Kumar: Congress

It's treason, says Rahul Gandhi; Sack Gyanesh Kumar: Congress

Rediff.com3 days ago

The Congress party has demanded the resignation of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar, alleging "vote chori" and treason, following a media report revealing that two other Election Commissioners had formally objected to decisions regarding the Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls. Rahul Gandhi and Mallikarjun Kharge have accused the BJP, RSS, and EC of undermining democracy, citing concerns over voter list tampering and lack of transparency.

Himanshu turns 21, wins silver on Asian Games debut

Himanshu turns 21, wins silver on Asian Games debut

Rediff.com5 days ago

Young Indian shooters Himanshu Dhillon and Rudrankksh Patil secured individual silver and bronze medals respectively in the men's 10m air rifle event at the Asian Games. They also combined with Parth Mane to win a team silver, contributing significantly to India's medal tally in shooting.

From Earning Rs 45 A Day To Directing Gondhal

From Earning Rs 45 A Day To Directing Gondhal

Rediff.com2 days ago

'I used to earn Rs 45 for working 12 hours a day at the age of 14.' 'The situation at home was weak, so that money was very important. I did whatever work I could find.'

Grand Opening Ceremony Marks Start Of 20th Asian Games

Grand Opening Ceremony Marks Start Of 20th Asian Games

Rediff.com7 days ago

The 20th Asian Games have officially commenced in Nagoya with a high-tech Opening Ceremony. India's 503-member contingent is being led by Manu Bhaker and Pawan Sehrawat. Early events have seen India's women's cricket team reach the semifinals and a medal opportunity in debutant sport teqball, building on India's record performance at the previous Games.

China, US, India must compensate Nepal for flash floods: Khanal

China, US, India must compensate Nepal for flash floods: Khanal

Rediff.com2 Sep 2026

Nepal has launched a diplomatic initiative to secure climate-related compensation from major greenhouse gas emitters, asserting that post-disaster assistance for recent deadly flash floods should be viewed as a moral and legal liability, not charity. Foreign Minister Shisir Khanal highlighted Nepal's disproportionate suffering from global warming despite negligible emissions, citing rapid glacier melt and extreme mountain disasters. The country has formally approached the Loss and Damage Fund board for urgent financial aid following a catastrophic flash flood in the Bhotekoshi river basin.

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.

Shooter Elavenil Valarivan strikes double silver at Asian Games

Shooter Elavenil Valarivan strikes double silver at Asian Games

Rediff.com6 days ago

Indian shooter Elavenil Valarivan secured two silver medals at the Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games, winning an individual silver in the women's 10m air rifle event and contributing to a team silver. Her individual performance saw her finish closely behind Japan's Hinata Taichi, who set a new Asian Games record.

Karnataka To Get New Samsung Innovation Campus For AI Skills

Karnataka To Get New Samsung Innovation Campus For AI Skills

Rediff.com7 days ago

Samsung India has launched an Innovation Campus in Karnataka, in partnership with Nrupathunga University, to train 2,000 young individuals in industry-relevant AI skills. This initiative aims to support Karnataka's goal of building an AI-native ecosystem and developing a future-ready technology workforce, expanding access to practical AI education.

Why Penguin India did not publish Sonia Gandhi's memoir

Why Penguin India did not publish Sonia Gandhi's memoir

Rediff.com28 Aug 2026

Penguin Random House India has clarified that it is not the publisher of Sonia Gandhi's memoir, "Belonging: A Journey of Love," in India. This statement follows reports suggesting the publisher backed out due to Gandhi's refusal of editorial changes. The company maintains it was willing to publish but has a prerogative to fact-check authors. The book's India distribution remains uncertain, though an e-book version is available for pre-order from another publisher.

US, Ukrainian nationals in drone warfare case released from Tihar to go home

US, Ukrainian nationals in drone warfare case released from Tihar to go home

Rediff.com1 days ago

A Delhi court has permitted seven foreign nationals, including American mercenary Matthew Aaron Van Dyke and six Ukrainians, arrested in an alleged drone-warfare training camp case probed by the NIA, to travel to their home countries for a month after being granted default bail.

India's new spin star Manav Suthar continues County surge with seven-wicket match haul

India's new spin star Manav Suthar continues County surge with seven-wicket match haul

Rediff.com5 Sep 2026

Indian cricketers Manav Suthar, Auqib Nabi, Yuzvendra Chahal, and Mayank Agarwal showcased strong performances in the English County Championship, with Suthar's seven-wicket haul leading Warwickshire to an innings victory.

Urs' Stunning Comeback Secures Lead In Hero Women's Pro Golf Tour

Urs' Stunning Comeback Secures Lead In Hero Women's Pro Golf Tour

Rediff.com3 days ago

Vidhatri Urs overcame a challenging start with three bogeys to card a 3-under 69, securing the first-round lead at the 13th leg of the Hero Women's Pro Golf Tour in Gurugram. Her resilient performance included seven birdies, placing her ahead of Jasmine Shekar and Asian Games-bound Diksha Dagar.

Urs' Stunning Comeback Secures Lead In Hero Women's Pro Golf Tour

Urs' Stunning Comeback Secures Lead In Hero Women's Pro Golf Tour

Rediff.com3 days ago

Vidhatri Urs overcame a challenging start with three bogeys to card a 3-under 69, securing the first-round lead at the 13th leg of the Hero Women's Pro Golf Tour in Gurugram. Her resilient performance included seven birdies, placing her ahead of Jasmine Shekar and Asian Games-bound Diksha Dagar.

'Play Well And Shine': PM Modi's Message To Indian Asian Games Contingent

'Play Well And Shine': PM Modi's Message To Indian Asian Games Contingent

Rediff.com7 days ago

Prime Minister Narendra Modi conveyed his best wishes to the Indian contingent participating in the Asian Games in Aichi-Nagoya.

Indian Women's Team Advances To Quarterfinals, Men's Team Exits Asian Games Table Tennis

Indian Women's Team Advances To Quarterfinals, Men's Team Exits Asian Games Table Tennis

Rediff.com4 days ago

The Indian women's table tennis team advanced to the quarterfinals at the Asian Games after a hard-fought 3-2 victory over Thailand. However, the Indian men's team faced an early exit, losing 0-3 to South Korea in the round of 16, marking their second defeat in the group stage.

MMA Fighter Varun Sanyal's Unforgettable Asian Games Debut

MMA Fighter Varun Sanyal's Unforgettable Asian Games Debut

Rediff.com4 days ago

Indian MMA fighter Varun Sanyal faced a challenging Asian Games debut, marked by logistical issues and a medical disqualification due to a weight-cutting incident. Despite the setback, Sanyal, an Indian citizen with Singapore PR, shares his journey in MMA, his 'fighting nomad' lifestyle, and his aspirations for Indian fighters.

Suryakumar Yadav vows hard work for India return

Suryakumar Yadav vows hard work for India return

Rediff.com27 Aug 2026

Former India T20I captain Suryakumar Yadav, who lost his spot in the national team after struggles with form and an inconsistent IPL season, has stated he is working hard for a comeback. The 35-year-old, a key player for Mumbai Indians, last played for India in Tests and ODIs in 2023.

Putin Offers More Fertilisers To India

Putin Offers More Fertilisers To India

Rediff.com25 Aug 2026

Russia remains India's biggest fertiliser supplier, with imports rising nearly 40 per cent in 2025.

ECs differed with CEC over centralised voter verification

ECs differed with CEC over centralised voter verification

Rediff.com3 days ago

India's Election Commission's centralised voter database systems, ERONET and ECINet, are under scrutiny following concerns raised by Election Commissioners Sukhbir Singh Sandhu and Vivek Joshi regarding the centralisation of electoral rolls and control available to state election officials. The article explains how these systems work and why they are currently in the news.

23,000 and counting: Joe Root joins Tendulkar, Kohli in elite batting club

23,000 and counting: Joe Root joins Tendulkar, Kohli in elite batting club

Rediff.com3 days ago

Joe Root became only the eighth batter to cross 23,000 international runs, joining Sachin Tendulkar, Virat Kohli and other cricket greats in an elite batting club.

Golfing Greats Patrick Reed And Bubba Watson To Play DP World India Championship

Golfing Greats Patrick Reed And Bubba Watson To Play DP World India Championship

Rediff.com2 Sep 2026

Masters champions Patrick Reed and Bubba Watson are confirmed to make their debut at the DP World India Championship in October. They will join a stellar field including Tommy Fleetwood, Rory McIlroy, Shane Lowry, and Justin Rose, with Indian stars Shubhankar Sharma and Anirban Lahiri also participating.

Mamata faction reveals new symbol for upcoming bypolls

Mamata faction reveals new symbol for upcoming bypolls

Rediff.com5 days ago

The Mamata Banerjee-led faction of the Trinamool Congress has unveiled a new logo featuring a football player as its interim election symbol. This move comes after the Election Commission froze the party's original name and symbol due to an internal dispute. The new symbol, along with the name 'Mamata All India Trinamool Congress', will be used in the upcoming October 6 bypolls, with the faction actively publicising it to familiarise voters.

Indian Table Tennis Teams Face Early Exit At Asian Games

Indian Table Tennis Teams Face Early Exit At Asian Games

Rediff.com4 days ago

The Indian women's table tennis team was defeated 0-3 by North Korea in the Asian Games quarterfinals, while the men's team exited in the round of 16, marking a disappointing performance for both squads.

Asian Games: How MMA Fighter Suchika Tariyal Was Denied Final Spot

Asian Games: How MMA Fighter Suchika Tariyal Was Denied Final Spot

Rediff.com5 days ago

Suchika Tariyal secured India's first-ever medal in mixed martial arts at the Asian Games, winning a bronze in the women's traditional 60kg event. Despite a fiercely contested bout that ended in a draw, she lost the semifinal to Singapore's Hui Hoon Teo due to a lesser weight rule. Tariyal expressed disappointment with the decision but was proud of her historic achievement for the country.

DRI Cracks Down On Illicit Drug Trafficking With Massive Seizures

DRI Cracks Down On Illicit Drug Trafficking With Massive Seizures

Rediff.com5 days ago

The Directorate of Revenue Intelligence (DRI) has conducted multiple intelligence-led operations across India, seizing over 845 kg of various contraband substances including ganja/cannabis, charas, amphetamine, and cocaine. These operations led to the arrest of 15 individuals involved in illicit drug trafficking, disrupting several supply chains.

How India Can Boost Its Olympic Medal Tally

How India Can Boost Its Olympic Medal Tally

Rediff.com27 Aug 2026

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has emphasised that India's Olympic performance can significantly improve by increasing participation in sports where the nation currently lacks representation. Speaking at the Khelo India Dialogue, Modi highlighted that India competes in only half of the Olympic sports, leading to a missed opportunity for medals. He also reiterated his vision for sports as a nation-building process, not just about winning medals, and mentioned a nationwide talent hunt for young children.

Indian Paddlers Secure Strong Start At Asian Games

Indian Paddlers Secure Strong Start At Asian Games

Rediff.com6 days ago

India's men's and women's table tennis teams both secured dominant 3-0 victories over Indonesia in their opening Group F matches at the Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games, showcasing a strong start to their campaigns.

Banks to remain open this Sunday ahead of strike

Banks to remain open this Sunday ahead of strike

Rediff.com3 days ago

The finance ministry has announced that all banks, including Regional Rural Banks, will remain open on Sunday, September 27, 2026, to ensure public convenience amidst a proposed three-day strike by the United Forum of Bank Unions (UFBU) starting September 28, 2026. The strike, if it materialises, seeks a 5-day banking week and pension reforms.

Asian Games: Roshibina Silences Controversy In Style With Silver

Asian Games: Roshibina Silences Controversy In Style With Silver

Rediff.com2 days ago

Veteran wushu player Roshibina Devi on Thursday said she would ignore the accusations of mental harassment made against her by fellow player Divyanshi Choudhary in the selection controversy just ahead of the Asian Games.

Crude Oil, West Asia Tensions to Dictate Indian Stock Market Momentum

Crude Oil, West Asia Tensions to Dictate Indian Stock Market Momentum

Rediff.com6 days ago

Indian stock market investors are closely monitoring crude oil prices, geopolitical developments in West Asia, and the implications of the US Sanctioning Russia and Iran Act, which could impose tariffs on countries, including India, that purchase Russian crude.

Udta Teer: Pakistani Comedy Version Of Dhurandhar?

Udta Teer: Pakistani Comedy Version Of Dhurandhar?

Rediff.com2 days ago

'Yeh ek spy comedy hai, patriotic comedy hai, genre bender hai.'

HC slams EC for allotting ISF's 'envelope' symbol to Trinamool faction

HC slams EC for allotting ISF's 'envelope' symbol to Trinamool faction

Rediff.com2 days ago

The Calcutta High Court criticised the Election Commission for reassigning the 'envelope' symbol to the Democratic Trinamool Congress, previously used by the ISF, for the Nandigram by-election. Justice Krishna Rao questioned the EC's fairness, especially when 183 free symbols were available, and adjourned the hearing until Friday.

GST Council To Review Tax On UPI Merchant Fees

GST Council To Review Tax On UPI Merchant Fees

Rediff.com1 days ago

The GST Council is set to discuss the application of GST on merchant fees for UPI transactions exceeding Rs 2,000. This comes as a new Merchant Discount Rate (MDR) of 0.4% (capped at Rs 300) is effective from October 15 for such transactions, which, as a service, would typically attract an 18% GST levy. The Council's decision is anticipated to consider consumer interests, with merchants potentially able to claim Input Tax Credit.

Shafali's golden day: 'We play to make flag fly high'

Shafali's golden day: 'We play to make flag fly high'

Rediff.com4 days ago

The Indian women's cricket team secured a gold medal at the Asian Games by defeating Sri Lanka in the final. Opener Shafali Verma played a crucial all-round role, scoring 48 runs and taking two wickets. Verma expressed immense pride in representing the nation and celebrating the victory.

Chanu's Asian Games Silver: A Dream Realised After 12 Years

Chanu's Asian Games Silver: A Dream Realised After 12 Years

Rediff.com3 days ago

Mirabai Chanu secured a silver medal in the women's 49kg weightlifting category at the Asian Games in Nagoya, ending her 12-year pursuit for this elusive honour. This marks India's first Asian Games weightlifting medal since 1998. Chanu expressed immense relief and joy, calling it a dream fulfilled and her life complete. She also discussed her future plans regarding the 2028 Olympics' 53kg category.

Who Derailed Tarique Rahman's India Visit?

Who Derailed Tarique Rahman's India Visit?

Rediff.com25 Aug 2026

Who is running the show in Dhaka? This kind of flip-flop, culminating in a last-minute decision to skip a maiden visit, can happen only when the remote is in the hands of one of the competing lobbies within the BNP -- one that appears determined to play a game of chess with India.

Six Ukrainian Nationals Get Default Bail In NIA Drone Warfare Probe

Six Ukrainian Nationals Get Default Bail In NIA Drone Warfare Probe

Rediff.com3 days ago

A Delhi court has granted default bail to six Ukrainian nationals arrested in connection with an NIA probe into a drone-warfare training camp linked to ethnic armed groups in Myanmar. The court also discharged them from Immigration and Foreigners Act charges after the FRRO compounded the offences with a fine. The NIA's UAPA probe is ongoing, with a supplementary chargesheet possible.

Samsung Galaxy S26 FE Has More Than Good Looks

Samsung Galaxy S26 FE Has More Than Good Looks

Rediff.com2 days ago

The Samsung Galaxy S26 FE brings together a premium AMOLED display, a versatile triple-camera system