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Raksha Mantri Congratulates Air Marshal Ashutosh Dixit

Raksha Mantri Congratulates Air Marshal Ashutosh Dixit

Rediff.com5 days ago

Today, October 7, Air Marshal Ashutosh Dixit called on Raksha Mantri Rajnath Singh in New Delhi, following the announcement of his appointment as the next Chief of the Air Staff.

Are Iranian Women Getting Ready For War?

Are Iranian Women Getting Ready For War?

Rediff.com6 days ago

Iranian woman volunteers receive military training at a military training center for ordinary citizens at the Imam Hussein Square in central Tehran.

Hero Pilot Smit Machchhar Gets A Royal Visitor

Hero Pilot Smit Machchhar Gets A Royal Visitor

Rediff.com3 Oct 2026

On Saturday, October 3, Dubai's Crown Prince and UAE Deputy Prime Minister Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum visited Indian pilot Smit Machchhar, who is recuperating in a hospital after he was attacked mid-flight by his co-pilot.

How Many Indians Have Died In Terror Attacks Since 2001?

How Many Indians Have Died In Terror Attacks Since 2001?

Rediff.com6 days ago

From 2001 to 2025, Iraq accounted for the highest share of deaths globally at 22 per cent, followed by Afghanistan at 20 per cent, and Nigeria at 9 per cent.

Savings Account Fees You Should Know

Savings Account Fees You Should Know

Rediff.com4 days ago

The goal is to ensure that your bank works for you, providing liquidity and convenience without charging you for the privilege of holding your own money.

What's Sergio Gor Doing At Yudh Abhyas?

What's Sergio Gor Doing At Yudh Abhyas?

Rediff.com25 Sep 2026

On Thursday, September 24, US Ambassador to India Sergio Gor witnessed the India-US Joint Military Exercise Yudh Abhyas 2026 at the Mahajan field firing range in Bikaner, Rajasthan.

Police Probe Dowry Angle In Meerut Woman's Strangling

Police Probe Dowry Angle In Meerut Woman's Strangling

Rediff.com7 days ago

A 22-year-old woman, Muskan, was allegedly strangled to death in Meerut, Uttar Pradesh. Her husband, Adil, has been arrested, with police investigating a suspected dowry-related motive based on a complaint from the victim's mother.

Amitabh@84: 'Why Are People Keen To Retire Me?

Amitabh@84: 'Why Are People Keen To Retire Me?

Rediff.com2 days ago

'Why should I think of giving up?'

Assam STF Arrests Second Accused In Spy Case

Assam STF Arrests Second Accused In Spy Case

Rediff.com6 days ago

Police recovered a mobile phone, SIM cards and documents described as incriminating from his possession.

How Much Did FPIs Sell In September?

How Much Did FPIs Sell In September?

Rediff.com5 days ago

They had bought Rs 29,631 crore worth of shares in August.

'You Can't Ignore America'

'You Can't Ignore America'

Rediff.com4 hours ago

'Indian IT firms must hire and train more Americans while reducing dependence on sending employees from India to the US.'

'Suspension Of PERM May Not Immediately Affect Indian IT Companies'

'Suspension Of PERM May Not Immediately Affect Indian IT Companies'

Rediff.com14 hours ago

'...but could demotivate employees seeking US residency.'

Gill, Iyer And The Art Of Fluent Captaincy

Gill, Iyer And The Art Of Fluent Captaincy

Rediff.com4 days ago

A vital aspect of captaincy is not the title, but the confidence that a captain plant in the hearts of their teammates. And both, Gill and Iyer, do this very well, points out K R Nayar.

Nana Patekar: The Man Behind The Intensity

Nana Patekar: The Man Behind The Intensity

Rediff.com3 days ago

Nana Patekar's anger and intensity were as real in life as they were in his performances. He was as brutally honest as the characters he portrayed.

Nana Had A Presence That Was Difficult To Ignore

Nana Had A Presence That Was Difficult To Ignore

Rediff.com4 days ago

He was intense on screen, equally intense on stage, and yet, from what I remember of those early days, remarkably at ease amongst ordinary people, remembers Air Commodore Nitin Sathe (retd).

What Modi Must Learn From The British Raj

What Modi Must Learn From The British Raj

Rediff.com3 days ago

Accept the right to peaceful assembly; reverse the injustice done to crores of voters; punish the man responsible, points out Aakar Patel.

A Dance Festival To Celebrate Love

A Dance Festival To Celebrate Love

Rediff.com6 days ago

'Through dance, we explore the many expressions of love across India's literature, music and storytelling traditions.'

All You Need to Know About New Green Card Bill

All You Need to Know About New Green Card Bill

Rediff.com29 Sep 2026

The Bill proposes replacing employment-based Green Card preferences with a points-based immigration framework.

How To File EPFO Nomination

How To File EPFO Nomination

Rediff.com28 Sep 2026

Members should review their nomination after marriage, childbirth, or other changes in family circumstances. They can file a fresh e-signed nomination to replace an earlier one.

Rape Cases See A Surge After Nirbhaya

Rape Cases See A Surge After Nirbhaya

Rediff.com26 Sep 2026

The pendency of rape cases in courts rose from 83 per cent in 2013 to 89 per cent in 2024, while the conviction rate fell from 27 per cent to 23 per cent in the same period.

Railways To Phase Out ICF Coaches By FY28

Railways To Phase Out ICF Coaches By FY28

Rediff.com2 Oct 2026

Roughly 340-350 such rakes remain to be converted out of around 2,000 rakes.

Modi, Putin, Xi Plant Trees

Modi, Putin, Xi Plant Trees

Rediff.com12 Sep 2026

On Saturday, on the sidelines of the BRICS Summit 2026, Prime Minister Narendra Modi and other leaders participated in a tree plantation on the lawns of Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi.

When Life Changes After A Partner Dies

When Life Changes After A Partner Dies

Rediff.com7 days ago

We joke about our spouses all the time. Nobody jokes about the day the joking partner is gone, and the whole house turns very quiet, observes Binu Alex.

Terrorists Meet Brutal End

Terrorists Meet Brutal End

Rediff.com17 Sep 2026

On Thursday, September 17, two suspected Pakistan-based Jaish-e-Mohammad terrorists were killed and a suspect was detained during an anti-terror operation in Jammu's Udhampur district.

What Went Wrong Between Chandra and Noel Tata?

What Went Wrong Between Chandra and Noel Tata?

Rediff.com3 days ago

Even as lawyers on both sides study the pros and cons of a court battle, there are unanswered questions: When did Tata Trusts review its resolution of 2025 on backing Chandrasekaran for a third term?How will the shareholders of Tata Sons respond on listing and the leadership issue?

ISRO Pensioners Urge Modi To Address Privatisation Concerns

ISRO Pensioners Urge Modi To Address Privatisation Concerns

Rediff.com1 Oct 2026

'It seems the prime minister may not be given the real picture about the country's space sector and ISRO. So, we are having the seminar to bring the issues to his notice.'

Don't Trouble The Trouble Review: FaFa Is Brilliant But...

Don't Trouble The Trouble Review: FaFa Is Brilliant But...

Rediff.com3 Oct 2026

Don't Trouble The Trouble misses the opportunity to explore the limitless power and wonder of the human imagination, notes Divya Nair.

Why RBI Should Increase Rates In October

Why RBI Should Increase Rates In October

Rediff.com7 days ago

A 25-basis-point increase would restore some real monetary restraint when expected inflation has risen, liquidity remains easy and growth is strong, points out Amarendu Nandy.

My Twin Won Gold, Silver, Bronze And Broke A Record

My Twin Won Gold, Silver, Bronze And Broke A Record

Rediff.com6 days ago

Vithya Ramraj won three medals at the Asian Games and broke P T Usha's 42-year-old record. Her twin Nithya, an international athlete herself, ruled out of the Games by an injury, looks back at their journey from a rented home to a podium finish.

Asim Munir Gives ISI Chief 1 Year Extension

Asim Munir Gives ISI Chief 1 Year Extension

Rediff.com4 Oct 2026

The promotions and reshuffle in the army show that Asim Munir remains firmly in charge, points out Rana Banerji, who headed the Pakistan desk at R&AW.

Where Has Assamese Woman Deported To Bangladesh Vanished?

Where Has Assamese Woman Deported To Bangladesh Vanished?

Rediff.com3 Oct 2026

More than three months after her midnight deportation, however, the central question remains unanswered: Where is Mumtaz Begum?

Are We Killing A Contest Between Ball And Bat?

Are We Killing A Contest Between Ball And Bat?

Rediff.com1 Oct 2026

There was a time when a score close to 380 was a sure shot victory for that team, and the captain would be preparing his victory speech while fielding, points out K R Nayar.

'SIR Is Bloodless Political Genocide'

'SIR Is Bloodless Political Genocide'

Rediff.com6 days ago

'93 lakhs deletions in Bengal, 96 lakhs in Tamil Nadu, 24 lakhs in Kerala, 77 lakhs in Gujarat, 45 lakhs in Madhya Pradesh, 44 lakhs in Rajasthan. 2.89 crores in Uttar Pradesh. Nearly 3 crores!'

Security Forces Hunt For Terrorists In Srinagar

Security Forces Hunt For Terrorists In Srinagar

Rediff.com10 Sep 2026

On Thursday, September 10, Jammu and Kashmir Police along with the Central Reserve Police Force, conducted a cordon and search operation in the Batamaloo area of Srinagar.

'Election Commission Is Shameless'

'Election Commission Is Shameless'

Rediff.com6 days ago

'Their functioning is flawed, they are not accountable, they are opaque, they are non-transparent, they have lost credibility.'

Trump Plays A Perfect Host To Xi Jinping

Trump Plays A Perfect Host To Xi Jinping

Rediff.com25 Sep 2026

On Thursday, September 24, Chinese President Xi Jinping and his wife Peng Liyuan were accorded a warm welcome by President Donald Trump and First Lady Melania Trump at the White House in Washington, DC.

Ganeshotsav 2026: Bappa Leaves You Spellbound

Ganeshotsav 2026: Bappa Leaves You Spellbound

Rediff.com24 Sep 2026

Lord Ganesha comes in various forms and each one lives in your heart. Enjoy these pictures from Rediff readers.

Modi-Xi Meet: Look At The Body Language

Modi-Xi Meet: Look At The Body Language

Rediff.com12 Sep 2026

On Saturday, Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Chinese President Xi Jinping met on the sidelines of the BRICS Summit in New Delhi.

Arif Zakaria: 'Jinnah's Role Was Demanding'

Arif Zakaria: 'Jinnah's Role Was Demanding'

Rediff.com7 days ago

'...because of the character, how it was to be portrayed, the speech, the scenes.' 'There was a physicality involved because he was a TB patient who eventually had cancer and passed away.'

Ganpati Bappa Comes Home

Ganpati Bappa Comes Home

Rediff.com14 Sep 2026

It's Ganesh Chaturthi, marking the arrival of Lord Ganesha amid prayers, festivities and vibrant decorations.