UP draft voter list published, 2.89 cr names dropped after revision

The draft electoral roll for Uttar Pradesh was published on Tuesday after a Special Intensive Revision exercise, with 2.89 crore voters excluded and 12.55 crore retained out of 15.44 crore listed......

No Congress-Samajwadi alliance in 2027 UP polls?

The Congress is stepping up efforts to strengthen its organisational base in Uttar Pradesh and is preparing to contest all 403 seats in the 2027 Assembly elections there, though the final decision......

Goa nightclub fire: Police seek blue corner notice against UK national

The Goa police have started the process to secure a Blue Corner Notice against British national Surinder Kumar Khosla, an accused in the December 6 nightclub fire that killed 25 people, through......

'Dehradun Police Wanted To Protect The Killers'

'The worst part is that after the attack on December 9, the Dehradun police refused to register an FIR for the murder.' IMAGE: Anjel Chakma, a student from Tripura, was murdered by goons in......

Rights issues hit 28-year high as QIPs shrink amid market correction

The number of rights issues more than doubled and hit a 28-year high in 2025, even as qualified institutional placements (QIPs) shrank amid a broader market correction and the Securities and......

Centre launches Rs 4,531 cr mkt access support scheme

The government on Wednesday launched Rs 4,531 crore market access support (MAS) intervention scheme for a six-year period (FY26-31) to improve global reach, visibility and competitiveness of Indian......

PSBs' staff count rises for 1st time in 5 years

Public sector banks’ (PSBs’) employee count grew for the first time in five years while private sector banks’ staff strength saw a decline in 2024-25 (FY25), according to latest data released......

2026: How Will Residential Real Estate Grow?

While gold continues to provide safety after its strong 2025 rally, well-chosen real estate investments held with a long-term view remain attractive. Illustration: Dominic Xavier/Rediff As 2025......

Why Ajay-Rakul's Pyaar Will Be Different This Time

IMAGE: Ajay Devgn and Rakul Preet Singh at the De De Pyaar De 2 launch event. Photograph: Hemantkumar Shivsharan/Rediff Ajay Devgn pulls off a novel exercise to launch his upcoming film, De De......

Ready For Shah Rukh's King?

Joginder Tuteja lists 2026 theatre releases in a four-part special series. Do read: Part 1 ' Part 2 ' Part 3 Mahakali Akshaye Khanna had a terrific 2025, thanks to his impactful antagonist roles......

2026: Movies Coming Up For Release

Many movies are coming up for release in 2026. Joginder Tuteja looks at the possible blockbusters, in this four-part series.   Ustaad Bhagat SinghRelease date: March Pawan Kalyan injects his swag......

Alia, Hrithik, Ajay Devgn At Durga Pandal

Movie stars arrived at the North Bombay Sarbojanin Durga Puja pandal to seek blessings, partake in the bhog and serve it. Alia Bhatt and Rani Mukerji.   Photograph: Kind courtesy Alia......

Mustafizur's exit: Azharuddin backs BCCI decision

IMAGE: Kolkata Knight Riders released Bangladeshi pacer Mustafizur Rahman from their squad after the BCCI instructed the IPL franchise to let go of the player. Photograph: ANI Photo As the Board......

What Are Sachin and Salman Up To?

The Indian Street Premier League Season 3 is heating up! ISPL franchises retained stars Abhishek Dalhor and Jagannath Sarkar ahead of Tuesday's Mumbai auction. With 408 players from 101 cities,......

157 off 75! Sarfaraz Khan lights up Vijay Hazare Trophy

IMAGE: Sarfaraz Khan’s knock was not just about brute force but timing and authority. Photograph: Sarfaraz Khan/Instagram Sarfaraz Khan delivered a thunderous reminder of his white-ball......

Padikkal's 3rd ton in 4 games... turns VHT into ODI trial

IMAGE: Devdutt Padikkal struck a measured 113 off 116 balls against Puducherry. Photograph: Devdutt Padikkal/Instagram Devdutt Padikkal is turning the Vijay Hazare Trophy into a compelling......

Delhi HC steps in to protect Sunil Gavaskar

IMAGE: Sunil Gavaskar approached the high court, seeking to prevent the unauthorised use of his name, images, persona and likeness by social media platforms and e-commerce websites, and to protect......