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1 killed, 5 injured in suspected terror blast outside US fertility clinic

1 killed, 5 injured in suspected terror blast outside US fertility clinic

Rediff.com18 May 2025

Palm Springs Fire Chief Paul Alvarado confirmed that the explosion was intentional, with the blast damaging multiple buildings across several blocks.

Palm Springs review

Palm Springs review

Rediff.com24 Sep 2021

Any movie about time loops is bound to draw comparisons with the Bill Murray classic, Groundhog Day but Palm Springs holds rather well on its own, raves Sukanya Verma.

Durand Cup: Newbies Diamond Harbour stun Mohammedan SC

Durand Cup: Newbies Diamond Harbour stun Mohammedan SC

Rediff.com29 Jul 2025

Debutants and I-League 2 champions Diamond Harbour FC (DHFC) rode on Slovenian poacher Luka Majcen's injury time winner to register a 2-1 win over former champions Mohammedan Sporting, in the first Group B clash of the Durand Cup in Kolkata on Monday.

Sena leader's explosive revelation on Bal Thackeray's death, targets Uddhav

Sena leader's explosive revelation on Bal Thackeray's death, targets Uddhav

Rediff.com4 Oct 2025

Shiv Sena leader Ramdas Kadam reiterates his claim that Bal Thackeray's body was kept at his residence for two days before his death was announced, making further allegations against Uddhav Thackeray. Other politicians weigh in, demanding answers and clarifications.

PIX: Bayern outclass Stuttgart to lift German Supercup

PIX: Bayern outclass Stuttgart to lift German Supercup

Rediff.com17 Aug 2025

'We won all the matches in pre-season and we want to carry this into the Bundesliga season next week.'

A Surprise For Denzel Washington In Cannes

A Surprise For Denzel Washington In Cannes

Rediff.com20 May 2025

Denzel Washington was honoured with the prestigious honorary Palme d'Or, a special award given to celebrate his long and successful career in cinema.

Diamond Harbour enter Durand Cup final with upset win

Diamond Harbour enter Durand Cup final with upset win

Rediff.com20 Aug 2025

Second-half strikes from Mikel Idiakez and Joby Justin fired debutants Diamond Harbour FC to a 2-1 win over East Bengal on Wednesday, sealing a spot in the 134th Durand Cup final against NorthEast United FC.

Turning Point? Siraj's Misstep Costs India Big

Turning Point? Siraj's Misstep Costs India Big

Rediff.com3 Aug 2025

Just as India threatened to take full control before lunch, a costly fielding lapse by Mohammed Siraj handed England a lifeline - and it couldn't have come at a worse time.

Indian Army edge past Tribhuvan in fierce Durand clash

Indian Army edge past Tribhuvan in fierce Durand clash

Rediff.com5 Aug 2025

Indian Army started to settle into their rhythm and showed more control in possession and created chances of their own, taking the lead in the 21st minute.

Asia Cup: Sanju, Rinku Left Out In The Cold!

Asia Cup: Sanju, Rinku Left Out In The Cold!

Rediff.com8 Sep 2025

When the Indian team entered the ICC Cricket Academy Arena for their evening net session ahead of the Asia Cup, Samson was the first to start his solo keeping drills with fielding coach T Dilip, even as others were just about lumbering up.

Is Sara Ali Khan Taming Her Wild Heart?

Is Sara Ali Khan Taming Her Wild Heart?

Rediff.com31 Jul 2025

She goes "girly" for Designer Aisha Rao.

History! India beat Oman for first time, finish third

History! India beat Oman for first time, finish third

Rediff.com8 Sep 2025

The Indian men's football team got the better of Oman 3-2 on penalties to finish third in the CAFA Nations Cup in Hisor, Tajikistan, on Monday.

Djokovic downs Fritz to set up Alcaraz semi-final at US Open

Djokovic downs Fritz to set up Alcaraz semi-final at US Open

Rediff.com3 Sep 2025

Novak Djokovic outclassed American Taylor Fritz to set up a high-voltage semi-final showdown against Carlos Alcaraz.

India thump Bhutan again, close in on SAFF U17 crown

India thump Bhutan again, close in on SAFF U17 crown

Rediff.com27 Aug 2025

With this emphatic result, India made it four wins from as many matches, scoring 22 goals without conceding any, and tightening their grip at the summit of the table with 12 points from four matches.

Assam Bids Farewell to Zubeen Garg

Assam Bids Farewell to Zubeen Garg

Rediff.com23 Sep 2025

As the smoke from the flames flared up, slogans like 'Zubeen, Zubeen' and 'Jai Zubeenda' reverberated in the air, and people were heard singing his song Mayabini Ratir Buku.

'Ten Years Later, You're Still The One, My Forever'

'Ten Years Later, You're Still The One, My Forever'

Rediff.com8 Jul 2025

From romantic getaways to precious parenting moments, Mira summed up a decade of love, friendship, and family in just a few photos.

$282 Billion Indian IT Industry In US Right Wing's Cross Hairs

$282 Billion Indian IT Industry In US Right Wing's Cross Hairs

Rediff.com17 Sep 2025

The US remains the largest market for IT outsourcing, and for Indian giants TCS, Infosys and Wipro, it contributes around 40 per cent of their top line.

Hot, Hot, Hot At Wimbledon

Hot, Hot, Hot At Wimbledon

Rediff.com2 Jul 2025

How the fans and players beat the heat at Wimbledon on Tuesday.

Palm oil ban: Govt urged to start talks with Indonesia

Palm oil ban: Govt urged to start talks with Indonesia

Rediff.com25 Apr 2022

The cooking oil national industry body -- Solvent Extractors' Association (SEA) of India has suggested immediate initiation of government to government (G2G) dialogue with Indonesia on the proposed palm oil export ban from April 28 by them as it would have an adverse repercussions in India. Indonesia, which is the world's largest producer of palm oil and meets nearly 50 per cent of the total palm oil requirement in India annually, had announced to ban exports till further notice apparently to contain edible oil prices in their domestic market. "We have suggested our government initiate dialogue with Indonesian counterparts at the highest diplomatic level on the cooking oil export ban.

Asia Cup Hockey: India hold champions Korea

Asia Cup Hockey: India hold champions Korea

Rediff.com3 Sep 2025

Hosts India maintained their unbeaten run with a hard-fought 2-2 draw against defending champions Korea in their opening Super 4 stage match of the Asia Cup in Rajgir, Bihar, on Wednesday.

I averted 6 global wars: Trump repeats he stopped India-Pak conflict

I averted 6 global wars: Trump repeats he stopped India-Pak conflict

Rediff.com28 Jul 2025

Donald Trump claimed that his intervention prevented a war between India and Pakistan, citing trade negotiations as leverage. India has refuted claims of US mediation in past conflicts.

Real Madrid too strong for Oviedo

Real Madrid too strong for Oviedo

Rediff.com25 Aug 2025

Juve off to winning start in Serie A

Lightning: India's Deadliest Hazard

Lightning: India's Deadliest Hazard

Rediff.com19 Aug 2025

Lightning claims more lives in India annually than any other extreme weather event. Between April and July this year alone, 1,621 people died due to lightning strikes.

Indonesia to lift palm oil export ban, likely giving India 'big relief'

Indonesia to lift palm oil export ban, likely giving India 'big relief'

Rediff.com20 May 2022

Indonesia, the world's biggest supplier of palm oil, said on Thursday it will lift a ban on exports from Monday, likely helping India and other importers. India annually imports around 13-13.5 million tonne of edible oils, of which around 8-8.5 million tonnes (around 63 per cent) is palm oil. Of this, 8-8.5 million tonnes of palm oil, 45-50 per cent comes from Indonesia and the rest from neighboring Malaysia.

'What was Siraj thinking?'

'What was Siraj thinking?'

Rediff.com3 Aug 2025

Watching it unfold, former Australia captain Ricky Ponting had just one question, 'What was he thinking?'

Recipe: Bethica's Bengali Sweet Tomato Chutney

Recipe: Bethica's Bengali Sweet Tomato Chutney

Rediff.com11 Apr 2025

The Bengalis have their own special variety of spicy-sweet tomato chutney usually had at the end of a meal.

Nita Ambani Ensures COVID Safety First

Nita Ambani Ensures COVID Safety First

Rediff.com22 May 2025

As COVID-19 cases rise again across India, Nita Ambani was seen reinforcing safety protocols in a moment that quickly went viral.

GST and income tax cuts to spark sustained growth

GST and income tax cuts to spark sustained growth

Rediff.com4 Sep 2025

GST Reform 2.0, which trims tax slabs from four to two, signals a push for demand-led growth, and together with recent income tax cuts, sets the stage for sustained economic growth, experts said. The Goods and Services Tax (GST) Council on September 3 approved an overhaul of the indirect tax regime by taxing essentials at 5 per cent and other goods at 18 per cent. A new 40 per cent tax will be applicable on luxury and sin items.

Indian Navy, Bodoland FC secure Durand Cup QF spots

Indian Navy, Bodoland FC secure Durand Cup QF spots

Rediff.com12 Aug 2025

Late strikes by Pintu Mahata and Sreyas V G ensured Indian Navy FT bounce back from a one-goal deficit to overcome local side TRAU FC 2-1 and book their spot in the quarterfinals of the 134th Durand Cup in Imphal on Tuesday.

'Indians are bad': Florida nurse may lose eyesight after brutal attack

'Indians are bad': Florida nurse may lose eyesight after brutal attack

Rediff.com5 Mar 2025

A 67-year-old Indian-origin nurse, Leela Lal, was severely beaten by a patient at a Florida hospital, leaving her with multiple facial fractures and potentially losing her eyesight. Stephen Eric Scantlebury, the 33-year-old patient, allegedly made racially charged comments during the attack, leading to a hate crime enhancement in his charges. Lal's injuries are described as critical, with "essentially every bone in the victim's face" broken. Scantlebury remains jailed, with a judge ruling him a danger to the community.

Godrej Consumer may be the fastest growing FMCG player in FY26

Godrej Consumer may be the fastest growing FMCG player in FY26

Rediff.com26 Mar 2025

Godrej Consumer Products (GCPL) had a disappointing third quarter (Q3FY25) with flat volumes (after 7 per cent growth H1FY25). Price hikes will be required to maintain margins to offset the cost of palm oil inflation. However, some analysts see Q3 as an exception with strong volume growth expected to resume and it may be the fastest growing FMCG player in FY26.

Yoga Special, Day 2: Virabhadrasana II, The Warrior II Pose

Yoga Special, Day 2: Virabhadrasana II, The Warrior II Pose

Rediff.com17 Jun 2025

Welcome to Day 2 of Rediff's week-long celebration of Yoga ahead of the International Day of Yoga. Today, learn about Virabhadrasana II or the Warrior II Pose.

'This Shock May Trigger Suicides'

'This Shock May Trigger Suicides'

Rediff.com25 Sep 2025

'Marathwada is the suicide capital of Maharashtra.' 'To stop such man-made disasters, the government should immediately come up with a rightful package, not this charitable approach to compensation.'

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.

Rape-murder convict gives slip from prison, caught within hours

Rape-murder convict gives slip from prison, caught within hours

Rediff.com25 Jul 2025

CCTV footage aired on channels showed a man resembling Govindachamy walking on the roadside with a bundle on top of his head, inside which he had tucked in his left arm, which is missing a hand.

Yoga Special, Day 5: Prasarita Padottanasana

Yoga Special, Day 5: Prasarita Padottanasana

Rediff.com20 Jun 2025

Welcome to Day 5 of Rediff's week-long celebration of Yoga ahead of the International Day of Yoga. Today, learn about Prasarita Padottanasana, The Wide-Legged Forward Fold.

Leonardo DiCaprio's Day At Cannes

Leonardo DiCaprio's Day At Cannes

Rediff.com14 May 2025

Day 1 of Cannes 2025 saw Hollywood's biggest stars walking the red carpet and making news.

14 Must-Eat Nolen Gur Mishtis Before You Die

14 Must-Eat Nolen Gur Mishtis Before You Die

Rediff.com18 Feb 2025

Have you tried Bengal's nectar of the gods? Swarupa Dutt/Rediff.com guides you to the best date palm jaggery sweets.

A New Way To Retire Gracefully

A New Way To Retire Gracefully

Rediff.com3 Sep 2025

This isn't just a home for the elderly. It's a place where life stories, generations, and cultures weave themselves into something quietly extraordinary, discovers Nitin Sathe.

'Sholay Is Not Perfect'

'Sholay Is Not Perfect'

Rediff.com18 Aug 2025

'It's there in everyone's heart. That's the beauty of masterpieces.'