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Primatologist and chimpanzee expert Jane Goodall dies at 91

Primatologist and chimpanzee expert Jane Goodall dies at 91

Rediff.com2 Oct 2025

Her research legacy laid the foundation for modern primatology: in Gombe Stream National Park, she discovered that chimpanzees can form lasting social bonds and use basic tools. Goodall also found that, like humans, primates experience emotions such as joy, fear, empathy, and grief.

No more 'meagre' compensation: Court awards Rs 1 cr to domestic abuse victim

No more 'meagre' compensation: Court awards Rs 1 cr to domestic abuse victim

Rediff.com6 Jun 2025

In her order passed last month, additional sessions judge (Dindoshi court) SJ Ansari ruled that the initial compensation of Rs 5 lakh awarded by a magistrate was "meagre" considering that the woman endured "torture and humiliation" for 20 years.

Isn't Lavanya Tripathi A Hawt Mama?

Isn't Lavanya Tripathi A Hawt Mama?

Rediff.com12 Sep 2025

The former beauty queen turned actor knows how to balance style with authenticity.

My Mentor, Nobel Laureate Susumu Kitagawa

My Mentor, Nobel Laureate Susumu Kitagawa

Rediff.com13 Oct 2025

'Professor Kitagawa is an exceptional researcher, a good teacher and above all a great person.'

What To Expect From Kantara: Chapter 1

What To Expect From Kantara: Chapter 1

Rediff.com30 Sep 2025

'The audience has an expectation that the climax will be similar to the last 20 minutes of the previous film.' 'All I can say is you will get what you're expecting and you will also get what you're not expecting.'

'India Has Chosen This Film Because...'

'India Has Chosen This Film Because...'

Rediff.com22 Sep 2025

'Even if I didn't have anything to do with it, I would be very, very proud that this is the film that is representing India.'

Is This Hardik Pandya's New Love?

Is This Hardik Pandya's New Love?

Rediff.com15 Sep 2025

Mahieka Sharma has featured in music videos, indie films, and campaigns for Tanishq, Vivo, and Uniqlo, while walking the ramp for designers Manish Malhotra, Anita Dongre and Tarun Tahiliani.

Why Khadi Should Be Part Of Gen Z's Wardrobe

Why Khadi Should Be Part Of Gen Z's Wardrobe

Rediff.com2 Oct 2025

'Khadi is versatile, breathable and timeless. What's missing is consistent innovation and branding. 'If khadi is positioned as both cool and conscious, it can easily sit between denim's everyday appeal and today's comfort-driven trends,' says Designer Swatti Kapoor.

'When Lataji Called Me Mahalaxmi'

'When Lataji Called Me Mahalaxmi'

Rediff.com29 Sep 2025

'If I'm proud to be single it's because Lata was so blissfully single.'

A Big, Big Push for Defence Self-Reliance

A Big, Big Push for Defence Self-Reliance

Rediff.com15 Sep 2025

Defence Procurement Manual 2025 lays down the guiding principles for revenue procurements in the defence ministry worth around 1 trillion in a financial year.

CDS Gen Anil Chauhan's tenure extended till May next year

CDS Gen Anil Chauhan's tenure extended till May next year

Rediff.com25 Sep 2025

The government has extended the tenure of Chief of Defence Staff Gen Anil Chauhan up to May next year.

Pakistan can beat India in final, says captain Salman

Pakistan can beat India in final, says captain Salman

Rediff.com26 Sep 2025

Having pulled off a thrilling win over Bangladesh, Pakistan skipper Salman Ali Agha said such victories make him believe it is a "special team" and added his side has the quality to beat anyone, including India, in the Asia Cup final.

'Rohit Always Puts The Team Above Everything'

'Rohit Always Puts The Team Above Everything'

Rediff.com9 Oct 2025

'He will have no problems playing under any captain, he will still give his 100 percent for the team.'

Seen Janhvi's Gold Collection?

Seen Janhvi's Gold Collection?

Rediff.com12 Sep 2025

Whether it is at red carpet events, award shows, or photoshoots, Ms Kapoor effortlessly gravitates toward gold tones.

'Munir Hid In Bunker During Sindoor'

'Munir Hid In Bunker During Sindoor'

Rediff.com15 Sep 2025

'If 138 soldiers have been given a gallantry award as 'shaheed' (by Pakistan) for Operation Sindoor, how many would have been the actual casualties. This decides who won.

'Leave him alone': Surya on Abhishek's fearless batting

'Leave him alone': Surya on Abhishek's fearless batting

Rediff.com29 Sep 2025

With a five-match T20I series in October-November in Australia, five T20Is against South Africa at home in December and five T20Is against New Zealand at home in January 2026, Team India will now look to test itself, its combinations and youngsters against some of the world's best T20I teams ahead of the T20 WC 2026, which will start in early 2026.

Abhishek Reveals Game-Changing Advice From Dad!

Abhishek Reveals Game-Changing Advice From Dad!

Rediff.com25 Sep 2025

Flamboyant Indian opener Abhishek Sharma, who notched up another fifty in the Asia Cup on Wednesday against Bangladesh, credited his fearless batting to sheer hard work and hours of practice in the nets.

'My Father Bimal Roy's Time Has Come'

'My Father Bimal Roy's Time Has Come'

Rediff.com3 Sep 2025

'When you are a pioneer and someone who's put on a pedestal, but then the pedestal gets dusty, people don't look at the statue anymore.' 'They would say, 'Yes, yes, of course I know Bimal Roy. He made Do Bigha Zamin.'.'

'Pakistan May Get More Adventurous Towards India'

'Pakistan May Get More Adventurous Towards India'

Rediff.com4 Oct 2025

'What we need to watch is how Saudi Arabia's financial assistance will be used by Pakistan. If the funds go to build their military hardware and operations, it should worry us.'

How To Save Money Under New Tax Regime

How To Save Money Under New Tax Regime

Rediff.com3 Oct 2025

Most think tax-saving deductions exist only in the old regime. But the New one quietly retains 40+ ways to ease your tax load

Gill's Era Dawns: Kohli, Rohit's Last Hurrah

Gill's Era Dawns: Kohli, Rohit's Last Hurrah

Rediff.com6 Oct 2025

The series in Australia could well be Rohit's last in India Blues. But Kohli, given his high fitness standards, could play on until the 2027 World Cup.

'If IAF Had Been Used During 1962 War...'

'If IAF Had Been Used During 1962 War...'

Rediff.com25 Sep 2025

Chief of Defence Staff General Anil Chauhan says the Indian Air Force would have slowed the Chinese offensive considerably during the 1962 War.

Mohanlal, The Man Behind The Actor

Mohanlal, The Man Behind The Actor

Rediff.com29 Sep 2025

The cheeky young man who once gave me one-word answers grew into a philosophical, detached star yet remained simple and humble, never letting stardom steal his heart, notes Rediff's Shobha Warrier who first interviewed the Dadasaheb Phalke Award winner in 1987.

'This spit in face of BCCI...'

'This spit in face of BCCI...'

Rediff.com22 Sep 2025

Rauf's reaction spread like wildfire, and videos of his gesture went viral on social media.

PIX: Durand champs NEUFC honoured by President Murmu

PIX: Durand champs NEUFC honoured by President Murmu

Rediff.com27 Aug 2025

Speaking on behalf of the club, Abraham expressed his gratitude to the president for the recognition and lauded the Indian armed forces for their role in preserving the Durand Cup's legacy.

No-Handshake Chaos: Why PCB Official Was Fired

No-Handshake Chaos: Why PCB Official Was Fired

Rediff.com17 Sep 2025

An irate Mohsin Naqvi ordered Usman Walha's removal 'for the embarrassment caused to the national cricket team and its captain.'

The Film Rana Daggubati Is Proud Of

The Film Rana Daggubati Is Proud Of

Rediff.com18 Sep 2025

'Every day you're learning and wanting to find something new.'

Sexually explicit content made: Abhishek moves HC over deepfakes

Sexually explicit content made: Abhishek moves HC over deepfakes

Rediff.com10 Sep 2025

The Delhi high court on Wednesday said it would pass order on Bollywood actor Abhishek Bachchan's plea seeking to protect his publicity and personality rights, and restrain websites and platforms from using his image, likeness, persona and fake videos, including sexually explicit material.

Qatar fund moves HC to recover $235 mn from Byju's

Qatar fund moves HC to recover $235 mn from Byju's

Rediff.com26 Aug 2025

Qatar's sovereign wealth fund is suing Byju Raveendran in Indian courts to recover $235 million from the embattled educational technology (edtech) entrepreneur, escalating a global legal battle that has ensnared one of India's most high-profile startup founders.

How to curb irrational bidding by companies?

How to curb irrational bidding by companies?

Rediff.com29 Sep 2025

To prevent companies from submitting unrealistic quotes to bag project contracts across industries, the government is planning to soon roll out a mechanism to curb irrational bidding.

When Priyanka, Sonam, Alia Wore Armani

When Priyanka, Sonam, Alia Wore Armani

Rediff.com5 Sep 2025

Indian stars who sizzled in Giorgio Armani's iconic designs, who passed into the ages at 91.

How Much Was Madhuri's Dhak Dhak Outfit Sold For?

How Much Was Madhuri's Dhak Dhak Outfit Sold For?

Rediff.com16 Sep 2025

'Why don't I organise an auction of cinematic memorabilia?' recalls Dinesh Raheja. 'There are sure to be legions of film buffs who will cherish the chance to own souvenirs intimately associated with their favourite stars onscreen.'

Champions League: Alexander-Arnold returns to Anfield

Champions League: Alexander-Arnold returns to Anfield

Rediff.com29 Aug 2025

Mouth-watering matches lined up as PSG to face Bayern and Barcelona in Champions League opening stage.

Shubman Gill named ICC Player of the Month for July 2025

Shubman Gill named ICC Player of the Month for July 2025

Rediff.com12 Aug 2025

Shubman Gill dominated with the bat in England, as he amassed a huge tally of 567 runs at an average of 94.50 in the three Tests played in July.

Asia Cup: Champions With No Trophy...

Asia Cup: Champions With No Trophy...

Rediff.com29 Sep 2025

The Asia Cup 2025 had been simmering with tension from the very first India-Pakistan encounter, and by the time the final arrived, the animosity had reached boiling point.

Uri: The Attack That Changed India

Uri: The Attack That Changed India

Rediff.com18 Sep 2025

The deadly attack on the Uri garrison on September 18 nine years ago marked the end of India's policy against crossing the Line of Control to target Pakistan-based terrorists. It paved the way for the Balakot Air Strikes in 2019 and Operation Sindoor.

Banita Looks Stunning At SAG Awards

Banita Looks Stunning At SAG Awards

Rediff.com25 Feb 2025

Banita Sandhu attended the Screen Actors Guild Awards on Sunday, February 23, at the Shrine auditorium in Los Angeles.

Hong Kong skipper lauds batters despite Asia Cup loss

Hong Kong skipper lauds batters despite Asia Cup loss

Rediff.com12 Sep 2025

'We gave too many freebies to Afghanistan, but we came up with a plan today and implemented it more effectively.'

9 IAF officers get Vir Chakra for Operation Sindoor

9 IAF officers get Vir Chakra for Operation Sindoor

Rediff.com14 Aug 2025

As festivities for Independence Day begin, the Centre on Thursday awarded Vir Chakra to nine Indian Air Force officers for their brave contributions in the service of the nation during Operation Sindoor.

Heavy rains disrupt Durga Puja preparations in Kolkata

Heavy rains disrupt Durga Puja preparations in Kolkata

Rediff.com24 Sep 2025

Heavy rains in Kolkata have disrupted Durga Puja preparations, causing damage to pandals and delaying inaugurations. Organizers are working to restore decorations and ensure the festivities can proceed.