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How Organ Donation Gave A Teenager A New Lease On Life

How Organ Donation Gave A Teenager A New Lease On Life

Rediff.com5 days ago

A 14-year-old boy with end-stage heart failure received a life-saving heart transplant after the family of an Indian Army officer's wife, who was declared brain dead, consented to organ donation at Command Hospital, Chandimandir.

IPL 2026: Hardik Pandya out with back spasm; Suryakumar Yadav leads Mumbai Indians

IPL 2026: Hardik Pandya out with back spasm; Suryakumar Yadav leads Mumbai Indians

Rediff.com4 days ago

Mumbai Indians captain Hardik Pandya missed a crucial IPL match due to a back spasm, with Suryakumar Yadav stepping in as captain. Rohit Sharma returned to the team after recovering from a hamstring injury.

Avoid These Life Insurance Mistakes

Avoid These Life Insurance Mistakes

Rediff.com13 hours ago

Proposal forms are often filled by the agent. Check the form after it is filled.

IPL 2026: 'Relieve Pant Of LSG Captaincy'

IPL 2026: 'Relieve Pant Of LSG Captaincy'

Rediff.com3 days ago

'The pressure and responsibility of captaincy is slowly making us lose Rishabh Pant, the batter.'

Butter-fingered Punjab Kings surrender top spot after costly dropped catches

Butter-fingered Punjab Kings surrender top spot after costly dropped catches

Rediff.com1 days ago

Punjab Kings paid the price for sloppy fielding and dropped catches in a defeat to Sunrisers Hyderabad, with Irfan Pathan criticising their costly errors in IPL 2026.

Ticket controversy casts shadow on Bengaluru hosting IPL 2026 final

Ticket controversy casts shadow on Bengaluru hosting IPL 2026 final

Rediff.com3 days ago

IPL 2026 final venue remains uncertain as political issues in Bengaluru force BCCI to consider alternative cities, with playoffs likely split between Punjab and Karnataka.

'Earlier return could've changed MI's fate': Harbhajan on Rohit

'Earlier return could've changed MI's fate': Harbhajan on Rohit

Rediff.com3 days ago

Harbhajan Singh believes Mumbai Indians' IPL playoff chances were hampered by Rohit Sharma's delayed return from a hamstring injury. He highlights Sharma's impactful innings against Lucknow Super Giants and suggests that an earlier recovery could have changed MI's fortunes.

'Worst own goal': Mani Shankar Aiyar slams Cong-TVK tie-up

'Worst own goal': Mani Shankar Aiyar slams Cong-TVK tie-up

Rediff.com11 hours ago

Veteran Congress leader Mani Shankar Aiyar has criticised his party's decision to ally with the TVK in Tamil Nadu, calling it 'dreadful' and 'low political opportunism'. He fears it could facilitate the entry of the BJP into Tamil Nadu's Dravidian political landscape.

Ex-Official Accused Of Swiss Francs Scam Granted Bail: Here's Why

Ex-Official Accused Of Swiss Francs Scam Granted Bail: Here's Why

Rediff.com4 days ago

A Delhi court granted bail to a former accounts officer accused of swindling more than 2 lakh Swiss francs from India's Permanent Mission in Geneva to fund his crypto-gambling ventures.

MP challenges validity of 1935 princely order in Bhojshala case

MP challenges validity of 1935 princely order in Bhojshala case

Rediff.com1 days ago

The Madhya Pradesh government has challenged the legal validity of a 1935 order from the former Dhar princely state concerning the religious status of the Bhojshala Temple-Kamal Maula Mosque, arguing it cannot be considered law.

Indian Boxers' Games Hopes In Doubt After Omission

Indian Boxers' Games Hopes In Doubt After Omission

Rediff.com6 days ago

Forty Indian boxers face uncertainty after being omitted from the Sports Authority of India's sanction letter for the national camp, jeopardising their participation in the Commonwealth and Asian Games selection process.

Affordable housing may lose more ground as costs rise

Affordable housing may lose more ground as costs rise

Rediff.com3 days ago

The ongoing West Asia conflict is expected to severely impact the supply of affordable housing in India, as rising input costs further erode already thin developer margins. Fluctuations in crude oil and gas prices, coupled with higher freight costs, are driving up prices of essential construction materials like cement and steel, making new projects increasingly unviable for developers.

How Muhammad Shoaib Ended Pakistan's 20-Year Wait For A Tennis Title

How Muhammad Shoaib Ended Pakistan's 20-Year Wait For A Tennis Title

Rediff.com4 days ago

Muhammad Shoaib overcame immense challenges to win an ITF Futures title in Islamabad, ending Pakistan's 20-year wait for a singles title in international tennis.

Stage set for counting day showdown in 5 states

Stage set for counting day showdown in 5 states

Rediff.com5 days ago

Counting of votes begins in Tamil Nadu, Assam, Kerala, Puducherry, and West Bengal, with significant implications for regional and national parties.

Increasing the number of policy sales will be a key focus area for SBI Life

Increasing the number of policy sales will be a key focus area for SBI Life

Rediff.com2 days ago

"Policy sales will be one of the focus areas for the company because looking at the large insurance gap, large number of people being uncovered. The only right way to go is to increase the number of policies," said Amit Jhingran, MD & CEO, SBI Life Insurance.

ISRO to print rocket components with Russian 3D printing machine

ISRO to print rocket components with Russian 3D printing machine

Rediff.com29 Apr 2026

The RusBeam 2800 is now India's largest electron-beam wire deposition 3D printer operating under vacuum. The machine was custom-built for India and is operated with software developed by Rosatom.

Like Karan Johar's Met Gala Outfit? VOTE!

Like Karan Johar's Met Gala Outfit? VOTE!

Rediff.com3 days ago

Karan Johar made a stunning impact at the Met Gala, becoming the first Indian director to represent India at the event, with his Manish Malhotra-designed ensemble inspired by the paintings of Raja Ravi Varma.

'A Big Battle Is Going On Within The Congress In Kerala'

'A Big Battle Is Going On Within The Congress In Kerala'

Rediff.com2 days ago

'They will have to adjust themselves to the new reality. Because if they don't understand this changed political perception, their future will be difficult.'

Udaan Operations Disrupted By Fraudulent SMS Scam: All You Need To Know

Udaan Operations Disrupted By Fraudulent SMS Scam: All You Need To Know

Rediff.com2 days ago

An FIR has been registered against unknown individuals for allegedly sending fraudulent messages in the name of e-commerce platform Udaan, promising cash rewards and disrupting its operations.

Kerala Win, Assam Loss Exposes Congress Crisis

Kerala Win, Assam Loss Exposes Congress Crisis

Rediff.com1 days ago

If current trends persist, the Congress risks becoming increasingly regionally concentrated, dependent on a handful of states rather than functioning as a truly pan-India political force.

Sandhu Ends T43 After Nightmare Round At Turkish Airlines Open

Sandhu Ends T43 After Nightmare Round At Turkish Airlines Open

Rediff.com5 days ago

India's Yuvraj Sandhu finished T43 at the Turkish Airlines Open after a difficult final round, while Mikael Lindberg secured his first DP World Tour title.

India U20 Women Secure First AFC Asian Cup Win Since 2004

India U20 Women Secure First AFC Asian Cup Win Since 2004

Rediff.com8 Apr 2026

The Indian U20 women's team defeated Chinese Taipei 3-1 in their final Group C match of the AFC U20 Women's Asian Cup, boosting their chances of qualifying for the knockout stage.

Return Koh-i-Noor: Zohran Mamdani's message to King Charles

Return Koh-i-Noor: Zohran Mamdani's message to King Charles

Rediff.com30 Apr 2026

New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani said he would encourage King Charles III to return the Koh-i-Noor diamond.

If There's One Thing To Appreciate About The BJP, It Is Honesty

If There's One Thing To Appreciate About The BJP, It Is Honesty

Rediff.com7 days ago

The BJP, especially in its current edition under the prime minister, is clear that it seeks total exclusion of India's largest minority against whom it holds historical resentment, points out Aakar Patel.

NEET MDS 2026 Admit Card Released Today: How to Download, Key Documents Needed, Exam Day Rules

NEET MDS 2026 Admit Card Released Today: How to Download, Key Documents Needed, Exam Day Rules

Rediff.com29 Apr 2026

The National Board of Examinations in Medical Sciences (NBEMS) is releasing the NEET MDS 2026 admit card today, April 29, on its official websites -- National Board of Examinations in Medical Sciences portals natboard.edu.in and nbe.edu.in.

Vijay's TVK ends Dravidian grip, echoes Kejriwal's AAP surge in Delhi

Vijay's TVK ends Dravidian grip, echoes Kejriwal's AAP surge in Delhi

Rediff.com4 days ago

Vijay's TVK is poised to win its debut Assembly polls in Tamil Nadu, drawing parallels to Arvind Kejriwal's AAP's rise in Delhi. Both parties capitalised on public disenchantment with established political structures, promising change and fighting corruption.

BJP got 10 times more donations than all other national parties in 2024-25: ADR

BJP got 10 times more donations than all other national parties in 2024-25: ADR

Rediff.com27 Mar 2026

A new report by the Association for Democratic Reforms (ADR) reveals a significant increase in donations to national parties in India, with the BJP receiving the overwhelming majority, surpassing the combined total of all other national parties by more than tenfold.

Preferential Equity Listings Hit Record High in FY26 Amid Market Volatility

Preferential Equity Listings Hit Record High in FY26 Amid Market Volatility

Rediff.com3 days ago

Preferential equity listings in India reached an unprecedented 1,307 in FY26, marking a 33% increase from the previous year and reflecting a strategic choice for companies during market volatility.

India's Sonam Maskar Fights Hard, Ends Fifth in Granada World Cup

India's Sonam Maskar Fights Hard, Ends Fifth in Granada World Cup

Rediff.com12 Apr 2026

Sonam Maskar finished fifth in the women's 10m air rifle final at the World Cup in Granada, as India concluded their campaign with one gold medal. Wang Zifei of China won gold in the event.

Fadnavis unveils 'missing link' on Mumbai-Pune Expressway amid massive jams

Fadnavis unveils 'missing link' on Mumbai-Pune Expressway amid massive jams

Rediff.com7 days ago

Maharashtra's Chief Minister inaugurated the 'Missing Link' project on the Mumbai-Pune Expressway, designed to bypass a steep mountain pass, reduce travel time, and boost economic activity.

Bajaj Auto's Q4 Profit More Than Doubles Amid Record Sales and KTM Consolidation

Bajaj Auto's Q4 Profit More Than Doubles Amid Record Sales and KTM Consolidation

Rediff.com1 days ago

Bajaj Auto reported a significant increase in its consolidated Q4FY26 performance, with profit after tax more than doubling to approximately 3,662 crore, a 103 per cent year-on-year rise, primarily driven by record volumes, an improved product mix, and the strategic consolidation of Bajaj Auto International Holdings AG (BAIHAG).

New York Mayor Calls On King Charles To Return Koh-i-Noor

New York Mayor Calls On King Charles To Return Koh-i-Noor

Rediff.com30 Apr 2026

New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani has called on King Charles III to return the Koh-i-Noor diamond, a contentious issue between India and the UK.

New York Mayor Calls On King Charles To Return Koh-I-Noor

New York Mayor Calls On King Charles To Return Koh-I-Noor

Rediff.com30 Apr 2026

New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani has called on King Charles III to return the Koh-i-Noor diamond, a contentious issue between India and the UK.

India bears brunt of global equity outflows as geopolitical tensions rise

India bears brunt of global equity outflows as geopolitical tensions rise

Rediff.com6 Apr 2026

India has emerged as the most impacted market within emerging economies, experiencing $3.7 billion in outflows over the past three weeks, matching the total outflows from the entire emerging market basket, as global equity funds turn negative for the first time since January 2026 due to escalating geopolitical tensions.

Why You Should Seriously Consider AI As A Career

Why You Should Seriously Consider AI As A Career

Rediff.com28 Apr 2026

Growth in AI engineering hiring is being driven by rapid AI adoption across organisations of all sizes, said the LinkedIn report.

Mercedes says demand stays strong despite supply disruptions

Mercedes says demand stays strong despite supply disruptions

Rediff.com28 Apr 2026

Despite the ongoing West Asia conflict causing global trade route disruptions, Mercedes-Benz India reports resilient customer demand, particularly for its new electric CLA sedan, though it faces challenges with component supply delays and escalating shipping costs.

'Radhe Radhe': Raghu's IPL Breakthrough After 15-Year Grind

'Radhe Radhe': Raghu's IPL Breakthrough After 15-Year Grind

Rediff.com3 days ago

Mumbai Indians spinner Raghu Sharma's 15-year journey of struggle, faith and persistence culminates in a memorable IPL breakthrough at age 33.

Why Chinnaswamy lost IPL 2026 final? BCCI explains decision

Why Chinnaswamy lost IPL 2026 final? BCCI explains decision

Rediff.com1 days ago

IPL chairman Arun Singh Dhumal explains the reasons behind shifting the IPL final from Bengaluru to Ahmedabad, citing higher seating capacity and an ICC board meeting.

IPL 2026: Watching Virat Kohli, you understand art of chasing, says RCB's Jacob Bethell

IPL 2026: Watching Virat Kohli, you understand art of chasing, says RCB's Jacob Bethell

Rediff.com4 days ago

Bethell highlighted the influence of senior players like Virat Kohli, Rajat Patidar and Dinesh Karthik. He said the tournament demands a high-tempo approach, where players must be aggressive and fearless.

How Sourav Kothari Overcame Grief To Win Billiards Title

How Sourav Kothari Overcame Grief To Win Billiards Title

Rediff.com30 Apr 2026

Sourav Kothari discusses his emotional journey to winning the IBSF World Billiards Championship, highlighting the impact of his father's death and his aspirations for cue sports in the Commonwealth Games.