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Activist Anjali Damania Justifies AI Use in Godman Case Amidst Controversy

Activist Anjali Damania Justifies AI Use in Godman Case Amidst Controversy

Rediff.com5 days ago

Activist Anjali Damania defends her use of AI to analyse call data records of arrested godman Ashok Kharat, amidst opposition scrutiny and allegations of illegal activity.

Tadka Series Review: Cringe Fest!

Tadka Series Review: Cringe Fest!

Rediff.com3 days ago

The quality of the series of JioHotstar's new microcontent platform, Tadka, is deplorable. When so much superior content is being created with the help of AI, Tadka shows are taking the content back to the tacky early days of television, both in the plots and subpar production values, observes Deepa Gahlot.

'Unacceptable disgrace': Fury as Italy fail to qualify again

'Unacceptable disgrace': Fury as Italy fail to qualify again

Rediff.com1 Apr 2026

Italy crash out of World Cup qualification for the third straight time, losing to Bosnia on penalties, sparking outrage and calls for sweeping changes.

UPI Transactions Surge to Record Levels in March

UPI Transactions Surge to Record Levels in March

Rediff.com2 Apr 2026

Unified Payments Interface (UPI) transactions in India reached a record high in March, with 22.64 billion transactions, marking a significant increase from the previous year and highlighting the growing adoption of digital payments.

Aditya Dhar: 'Vikash Nowlakha Gave Dhurandhar Its Soul'

Aditya Dhar: 'Vikash Nowlakha Gave Dhurandhar Its Soul'

Rediff.com6 days ago

Director Aditya Dhar expressed profound gratitude to cinematographer Vikash Nowlakha, crediting him as 'the eye, the instinct, and the soul behind Dhurandhar' for his unwavering dedication and emotional intelligence that brought the blockbuster film to life.

Recipe: Vaishali's Stir Fry Veggie One-Pot Meal

Recipe: Vaishali's Stir Fry Veggie One-Pot Meal

Rediff.com5 days ago

A stir-fry with an adequate range and volume of vegetables, that incorporates a little protein, be it paneer or tofu or something else, is a hearty, carb-free meal by itself, that will keep you full for several hours.

Champions League QF: Atletico Madrid stun 10-man Barcelona

Champions League QF: Atletico Madrid stun 10-man Barcelona

Rediff.com3 days ago

Atletico Madrid secured a 2-0 victory over Barcelona in the first leg of their Champions League quarter-final, boosted by a red card for Barcelona's Pau Cubarsi and goals from Julian Alvarez and Alexander Sorloth.

Commonwealth Sport Assesses Gujarat's Readiness for 2030 Commonwealth Games

Commonwealth Sport Assesses Gujarat's Readiness for 2030 Commonwealth Games

Rediff.com4 days ago

A Commonwealth Sport delegation is visiting Gujarat to review preparations for the 2030 Commonwealth Games, which will be held in Ahmedabad. The delegation will inspect key venues and meet with state officials.

'Iran begged for this ceasefire, and we all know it...,' claims US

'Iran begged for this ceasefire, and we all know it...,' claims US

Rediff.com3 days ago

US Secretary of War Pete Hegseth on Wednesday claimed that Tehran "begged" for a truce, maintaining that Washington achieved a "decisive military victory" during 'Operation Epic Fury.'

Cristiano Ronaldo scores twice in Al Nassr's win after injury return

Cristiano Ronaldo scores twice in Al Nassr's win after injury return

Rediff.com4 Apr 2026

Cristiano Ronaldo scored twice in his return from injury, helping Al Nassr secure a 5-2 victory over Al Najma in the Saudi Pro League.

IPL 2026 Week 1 Review: RCB Off To Blazing Start; Connolly, Rizvi, Shami Dazzle

IPL 2026 Week 1 Review: RCB Off To Blazing Start; Connolly, Rizvi, Shami Dazzle

Rediff.com5 days ago

Defending champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru carried off from last season with dominating performances in their opening two games of IPL 2026.

IPL 2026: Dhoni's Return 'Soon', says CSK Captain Gaikwad

IPL 2026: Dhoni's Return 'Soon', says CSK Captain Gaikwad

Rediff.com6 days ago

CSK captain Ruturaj Gaikwad revealed that Mahendra Singh Dhoni is making steady progress and could be available 'soon' for CSK.

Heartbreak! India lose to Bangladesh on penalties in SAFF Under-20 Final

Heartbreak! India lose to Bangladesh on penalties in SAFF Under-20 Final

Rediff.com4 Apr 2026

The Indian Under-20 football team lost to Bangladesh in a penalty shootout in the SAFF men's U-20 Championship final after a goalless draw.

Anil Kumble On What Went Wrong For Mumbai Indians Vs Rajasthan Royals

Anil Kumble On What Went Wrong For Mumbai Indians Vs Rajasthan Royals

Rediff.com4 days ago

Former India captain Anil Kumble criticises Mumbai Indians' lack of intent in their defeat to Rajasthan Royals.

Kusha Kapila Sets The Temperature Soaring!

Kusha Kapila Sets The Temperature Soaring!

Rediff.com3 Apr 2026

From making us laugh with her funny reels to acting in Maamla Legal Hai S2, Kusha Kapila is in the best phase of her life.

Indian-Origin Bodhana Sivanandan Is UK's No. 1 Women's Chess Player

Indian-Origin Bodhana Sivanandan Is UK's No. 1 Women's Chess Player

Rediff.com3 Apr 2026

At just 11 years old, Bodhana Sivanandan has become Great Britain's No 1 Women's Chess player dethroning four-time British Women's Champion Lan Yao.

Assam Elections: Acid Test For Badruddin Ajmal's AIUDF

Assam Elections: Acid Test For Badruddin Ajmal's AIUDF

Rediff.com5 days ago

The outcome of the assembly elections will not only determine AIUDF's immediate relevance but could also shape its long-term role in Assam's political landscape.

Venugopal Files Defamation Suit Over Election Accusations

Venugopal Files Defamation Suit Over Election Accusations

Rediff.com7 days ago

Congress leader K C Venugopal has filed a defamation complaint against a Haryana-based man, alleging politically motivated accusations ahead of the Kerala Assembly elections.

Iran War: Truce Is A Bitter Pill For Trump To Swallow

Iran War: Truce Is A Bitter Pill For Trump To Swallow

Rediff.com2 days ago

The logic of war plus the gathering storms in US politics as the midterms loom large leave him with no real alternative but to negotiate, points out Ambassador M K Bhadrakumar.

IPL 2026: Not Sachin! Arjun Tendulkar Reveals His Batting Hero

IPL 2026: Not Sachin! Arjun Tendulkar Reveals His Batting Hero

Rediff.com4 Apr 2026

Arjun Tendulkar discusses his admiration for Yuvraj Singh, his move to Lucknow Super Giants for more opportunities, and how he handles social media criticism.

IPL 2026 GT vs RR: Rashid Khan reveals where GT lost the match

IPL 2026 GT vs RR: Rashid Khan reveals where GT lost the match

Rediff.com7 days ago

Gujarat Titans' stand-in captain Rashid Khan attributed their IPL 2026 loss to Rajasthan Royals to a middle-order collapse and hopes for Shubman Gill's quick recovery.

Rahul Gandhi Alleges Kerala CM Vijayan is 'Afraid' of Modi

Rahul Gandhi Alleges Kerala CM Vijayan is 'Afraid' of Modi

Rediff.com7 days ago

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi has accused Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan of being 'afraid' of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, citing corruption allegations and a desire to protect his children.

India U20 Women Aim to Build on First Half Performance Against Australia

India U20 Women Aim to Build on First Half Performance Against Australia

Rediff.com7 days ago

India's U20 women's team is set to face Australia in their second Group C match of the AFC U20 Women's Asian Cup, aiming to improve upon their first-half performance against Japan. Coach Joakim Alexandersson emphasises mindset and bravery as key factors for success.

CAG flags Rs 12,754 crore misclassification, Rs 54,282 crore in pending UCs in FY25 audit

CAG flags Rs 12,754 crore misclassification, Rs 54,282 crore in pending UCs in FY25 audit

Rediff.com3 Apr 2026

The Comptroller and Auditor General of India (CAG) has reported significant financial irregularities in the Union government's FY25 accounts, including ~12,754.47 crore in misclassification and ~54,282.32 crore in outstanding utilisation certificates, with some dating back to 1985-86.

Indian Tennis Player Rutuja Bhosale Criticises Line Calls at Billie Jean King Cup

Indian Tennis Player Rutuja Bhosale Criticises Line Calls at Billie Jean King Cup

Rediff.com3 days ago

Rutuja Bhosale voices her frustration over line calls during the Billie Jean King Cup, while Captain Vishal Uppal reflects on India's performance and looks ahead to the match against Mongolia.

Rahul Gandhi Alleges Kerala CM Vijayan is 'Afraid' of Modi

Rahul Gandhi Alleges Kerala CM Vijayan is 'Afraid' of Modi

Rediff.com7 days ago

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi has accused Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan of being 'afraid' of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, alleging corruption and a compromise of governance to protect his children.

Rajnath Singh Accuses Mamata Banerjee of Misrule and Appeasement in Bengal

Rajnath Singh Accuses Mamata Banerjee of Misrule and Appeasement in Bengal

Rediff.com4 days ago

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh has launched a strong attack on West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee, accusing her government of appeasement politics, encouraging illegal immigration for votes, and leading the state into misrule and corruption.

Lift sanctions, accept nuclear programme: Iran's 10-point peace plan

Lift sanctions, accept nuclear programme: Iran's 10-point peace plan

Rediff.com4 days ago

Iran has put forward a comprehensive 10-point framework that it says forms the basis of a complete resolution.

Iran War: 'What Makes Both Sides Trust Pakistan'?

Iran War: 'What Makes Both Sides Trust Pakistan'?

Rediff.com3 days ago

'American stature has been reduced because they have not been able to achieve their aims.'

Pakistan to host crucial US-Iran talks amid anxiety

Pakistan to host crucial US-Iran talks amid anxiety

Rediff.com2 days ago

Pakistan is set to host face-to-face talks between the United States and Iran, aiming to solidify a fragile ceasefire and prevent further conflict in West Asia. The discussions will focus on a long-term peace arrangement, including sanctions relief, regional security, and Iran's nuclear program.

'Dhurandhar Is Not A Ranveer Singh Film'

'Dhurandhar Is Not A Ranveer Singh Film'

Rediff.com2 Apr 2026

The monumental box office success of the Dhurandhar franchise has been attributed to Director Aditya Dhar's creative vision, rather than lead star Ranveer Singh's appeal.

Delhi Police Nets Over 600 in Cybercrime Operation CyHawk 4.0

Delhi Police Nets Over 600 in Cybercrime Operation CyHawk 4.0

Rediff.com3 days ago

Delhi Police arrested over 600 individuals and detained over 8,300 suspects during Operation CyHawk 4.0, a major crackdown on cybercrime. The operation targeted financial networks and call centres involved in online scams, recovering significant digital evidence and tracing defrauded money.

IPL 2026: Rain washes out KKR vs Punjab Kings clash in Kolkata

IPL 2026: Rain washes out KKR vs Punjab Kings clash in Kolkata

Rediff.com5 days ago

The IPL match between Kolkata Knight Riders and Punjab Kings was abandoned due to heavy rain and a wet outfield, resulting in both teams sharing a point each.

2 children killed in bomb attack in Manipur

2 children killed in bomb attack in Manipur

Rediff.com5 days ago

A tragic bomb attack in Manipur's Bishnupur district has killed two children and injured their mother, igniting protests and raising concerns about ongoing ethnic violence in the region.

Only illiterate people in Gujarat...: Kharge sparks row

Only illiterate people in Gujarat...: Kharge sparks row

Rediff.com6 days ago

Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge made a controversial statement during an assembly poll campaign speech in Kerala, referring to the people of Gujarat as 'illiterate' and claiming they are being 'fooled' by Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

Papa don't Worry: Prince Yadav's IPL story

Papa don't Worry: Prince Yadav's IPL story

Rediff.com5 days ago

The story of Prince Yadav, a swing bowler from Najafgarh, who overcame obstacles to become an IPL sensation with the Lucknow Super Giants, showcasing his journey from tennis ball cricket to dismissing top Indian batsmen.

IPL 2026: Ganguly calls for Rinku Singh's promotion to fix KKR's batting woes

IPL 2026: Ganguly calls for Rinku Singh's promotion to fix KKR's batting woes

Rediff.com4 days ago

Sourav Ganguly urges Kolkata Knight Riders to promote Rinku Singh up the order as the team struggles for form in IPL 2026, with three matches yielding no wins.

IPL 2026: Fit-again Shubman Gill Set To Play Against Delhi Capitals

IPL 2026: Fit-again Shubman Gill Set To Play Against Delhi Capitals

Rediff.com4 days ago

Gujarat Titans captain Shubman Gill has recovered from a muscle spasm and will play against Delhi Capitals on Wednesday.

'48 hours before...': Trump's Hormuz ultimatum to Iran

'48 hours before...': Trump's Hormuz ultimatum to Iran

Rediff.com7 days ago

Trump's message, posted on his Truth Social platform, is a reminder of his 10-day ultimatum given to the Islamic Republic earlier to make progress toward a deal or reopen the vital shipping lane.

'BJP Will Win A Few Seats In Kerala'

'BJP Will Win A Few Seats In Kerala'

Rediff.com2 Apr 2026

'The BJP is pouring in money so that only BJP candidates are visible everywhere.' 'If the Congress does not win this time, its survival itself will be a problem...'