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IPL PIX: LSG script last-over miracle in Kolkata

IPL PIX: LSG script last-over miracle in Kolkata

Rediff.com8 Apr 2025

IMAGES from the IPL match between KKR and LSG at the Eden Gardens in Kolkata on Tuesday

Rajnath flags off strategic Indian Ocean Ship SAGAR

Rajnath flags off strategic Indian Ocean Ship SAGAR

Rediff.com5 Apr 2025

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh launched the Indian Ocean Ship SAGAR from the strategically located Karwar naval base in Karnataka, signifying India's commitment to regional maritime security. He also inaugurated newly developed infrastructure at the base, a key milestone under Project Seabird. The expansion of the naval base strengthens India's maritime security with cutting-edge facilities and advanced operational capabilities.

'Only You Can Be Your Light'

'Only You Can Be Your Light'

Rediff.com20 Jun 2025

'Listen to the voice in your head and keep your inner sanctum safe.'

'This 17-YO will play for CSK for at least 10 years'

'This 17-YO will play for CSK for at least 10 years'

Rediff.com26 Apr 2025

Ayush Mhatre's dazzling start to his IPL journey continued in his first home game for Chennai Super Kings at the MA Chidambaram Stadium on Friday.

F1 PIX: Norris sizzles in the rain to win Miami sprint

F1 PIX: Norris sizzles in the rain to win Miami sprint

Rediff.com4 May 2025

Lando Norris lucked in to win a rain-hit and crash-strewn Miami Grand Prix sprint race in a McLaren one-two on Saturday.

'Counter-Productive For India To Create Upstream And Downstream Acrimony'

'Counter-Productive For India To Create Upstream And Downstream Acrimony'

Rediff.com12 May 2025

'China has thus far been cautious, emphasising its focus on development rather than weaponising water resources.'

Bosch's Special IPL Debut on Brother's Birthday

Bosch's Special IPL Debut on Brother's Birthday

Rediff.com28 Apr 2025

Raised by his mother Karen-Anne, Corbin and his younger brother Eathan, who also plays for South Africa, pursued cricket in honour of their late father's legacy.

'Raj Kapoor Could Have Married Nargis'

'Raj Kapoor Could Have Married Nargis'

Rediff.com2 Jun 2025

'Those were not kind days for a woman with a break-up. The world has changed; today, nobody cares.'

Recipe: Meera's Horse Gram Rasam

Recipe: Meera's Horse Gram Rasam

Rediff.com7 Jan 2025

Winters call for a heartening rasam made from this healthy legume.

Do-or-Die for Delhi Capitals vs in-form Punjab Kings

Do-or-Die for Delhi Capitals vs in-form Punjab Kings

Rediff.com7 May 2025

Delhi Capitals will be desperate to arrest their slump and stay in contention for a play-off berth when they take on high-flying Punjab Kings in a crucial IPL match in Dharamsala on Thursday.

ISRO Forecast Signals Record Wheat Harvest

ISRO Forecast Signals Record Wheat Harvest

Rediff.com19 Apr 2025

ISRO has projected wheat production of 122.24 million tonnes.

Odia Recipe: Shristi's Chitau Pitha

Odia Recipe: Shristi's Chitau Pitha

Rediff.com4 Apr 2025

Chitau Pitha is a traditional rice cake prepared during festivals in Odisha for Chitalagi Amavasya or Chitau Amavasya celebrations.

Tharoor in diplomatic delegation: Cong accuses govt of playing politics

Tharoor in diplomatic delegation: Cong accuses govt of playing politics

Rediff.com17 May 2025

The opposition party's attack came after Shashi Tharoor, not part of the four leaders nominated by the Congress, was named as the head of a delegation to key partner countries to convey India's message of zero tolerance against terrorism following Operation Sindoor.

History in Minutes: When Nehru's Kerchief Became Sudan's Flag

History in Minutes: When Nehru's Kerchief Became Sudan's Flag

Rediff.com27 May 2025

On Jawaharlal Nehru's 61st death anniversary, Utkarsh Mishra recalls how India's first prime minister cultivated a unique role for the newly independent country on the world stage.

The little-known BluSmart founder

The little-known BluSmart founder

Rediff.com1 May 2025

As the Jaggi brothers - Anmol Singh Jaggi and Puneet Singh Jaggi - find themselves at the heart of the financial mismanagement in the Gensol-BluSmart saga, attention on the third BluSmart co-founder, Punit K Goyal, has taken a notably different turn.

Aus F1 GP: Norris takes pole in season-opener, Hamilton struggles

Aus F1 GP: Norris takes pole in season-opener, Hamilton struggles

Rediff.com15 Mar 2025

Ferrari's underwhelming pace was a surprise to their rivals and to Hamilton, whose quickest lap in the final qualifying session (Q3) was nearly nine-tenths of a second slower than Norris's.

5 Ways To Protect Your Hair From Winter Damage

5 Ways To Protect Your Hair From Winter Damage

Rediff.com20 Dec 2024

Winter temperatures make the hair go dry and brittle. Protect your hair in cold weather by following these five tips.

5 Natural Tips To Keep Winter Problems Away

5 Natural Tips To Keep Winter Problems Away

Rediff.com21 Jan 2025

These simple home remedies aim to improve your overall health and keep your skin glowing, hair healthy and body pain-free no matter how cold it gets, says Smita Naram, co-founder, Ayushakti.

PIX: Dhoni the finisher crushes KKR's playoff hopes

PIX: Dhoni the finisher crushes KKR's playoff hopes

Rediff.com8 May 2025

IMAGES from the IPL match between Kolkata Knight Riders and Chennai Super Kings played at the Eden Gardens in Kolkata on Wednesday

Kannada actress arrested with 15 kg gold is DGP's daughter

Kannada actress arrested with 15 kg gold is DGP's daughter

Rediff.com5 Mar 2025

Kannada actress Ranya Rao was arrested at Bengaluru International Airport for allegedly smuggling 14.8 kg of gold. Authorities suspect she may have attempted to use her connections to bypass customs checks. Officials are investigating whether she was acting alone or part of a larger smuggling network.

Molested, driven out of home, women at Malda camp tell NCW

Molested, driven out of home, women at Malda camp tell NCW

Rediff.com18 Apr 2025

A delegation from the National Commission for Women (NCW) visited a relief camp in Malda, West Bengal, and reported that women were being harassed and threatened by police. The NCW team, led by chairperson Vijaya Rahatkar, met with those displaced by riots in Murshidabad and alleged that the women were being coerced to return home without proper safety measures. The team is scheduled to travel to Murshidabad and Kolkata to continue their investigation.

Did RCB make a huge mistake letting Siraj go?

Did RCB make a huge mistake letting Siraj go?

Rediff.com3 Apr 2025

Siraj, named Player of the Match, dismantled RCB's top order with a fiery 3/19, leading GT to a dominant 8-wicket victory at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium.

'How to kill an artist': Kunal Kamra posts step-by-step guide

'How to kill an artist': Kunal Kamra posts step-by-step guide

Rediff.com1 Apr 2025

According to Kamra, an artist is left with only two choices under such circumstances. "Sell their soul and become a dollar puppet or wither in silence. This isn't just a playbook, it's a political weapon. A silencing machine," he wrote.

'Leaving at the zenith of my career': Vandana retires

'Leaving at the zenith of my career': Vandana retires

Rediff.com1 Apr 2025

Indian women's hockey stalwart Vandana Katariya has retired from international hockey after a 15-year career, stating that she is stepping away at the "zenith" of her career.

Rajkot mayor travels to Kumbh in official vehicle, sparks row

Rajkot mayor travels to Kumbh in official vehicle, sparks row

Rediff.com11 Feb 2025

Naynaben Pedhadiya, mayor of Rajkot city in Gujarat has sparked a controversy after photos of her journey to Prayagraj to attend the Maha Kumbh in her official vehicle went viral.

Owner, manager held after 14 killed in Kolkata hotel fire

Owner, manager held after 14 killed in Kolkata hotel fire

Rediff.com1 May 2025

The owner and manager of Rituraj Hotel in Kolkata have been arrested following a devastating fire that killed 14 people. West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee has ordered surprise checks of all establishments in the city to ensure fire safety compliance, after the tragedy highlighted serious violations at the hotel. The hotel has been sealed and special committees will be formed to monitor and identify establishments flouting fire safety norms.

'There's A Cost To Supporting Terrorism'

'There's A Cost To Supporting Terrorism'

Rediff.com7 May 2025

'Whatever we do, the purpose will be to re-establish deterrence.'

Durga's Amma's Yummy Onion Sambar

Durga's Amma's Yummy Onion Sambar

Rediff.com15 Apr 2025

Gouri Venugopal's sambar is unparalleled as far her daughter Durga and granddaughter Maya are concerned.

'Global Warming Isn't Going To Come Down'

'Global Warming Isn't Going To Come Down'

Rediff.com17 Mar 2025

'The global climate system doesn't look at where the carbon dioxide is coming from. 'It may be emitted by the US, but it will not remain above the US alone but covers the whole world.'

Recipe: Supriya's Kerala Prawn Masala

Recipe: Supriya's Kerala Prawn Masala

Rediff.com25 Mar 2025

If you make prawns, using this very precise and methodical recipe, it is sure to turn out like it came all the way from Kerala straight to your plate.

Female athletes forced into genetic test?

Female athletes forced into genetic test?

Rediff.com25 Mar 2025

Female athletes will soon have to undergo a one-time genetic test to compete in women's events, World Athletics president Sebastian Coe said on Tuesday, after proposals to tighten eligibility rules were discussed at the body's council.

Liquor sales up by 15% in MP before going 'dry' for polls

Liquor sales up by 15% in MP before going 'dry' for polls

Rediff.com17 Nov 2023

According to the official, 8,67,282 litres of all types of alcohol, including country-made and Indian Made Foreign Liquor (IMFL), was sold on November 13. The figures for the next two days stood at 9,17,823 and 8,81,550 litres, he said.

Delhi sizzles under season's first heatwave; docs warn of health risks

Delhi sizzles under season's first heatwave; docs warn of health risks

Rediff.com8 Apr 2025

Delhi is experiencing its first heatwave of the season, with temperatures reaching 40.2 degrees Celsius. Doctors have warned that exposure to extreme heat can lead to a range of health issues, from mild rashes and muscle cramps to serious conditions like heat exhaustion and heatstroke. They advise staying hydrated, avoiding outdoor activities during peak hours, and wearing light, breathable clothes. Vulnerable groups like children, the elderly, and those with pre-existing conditions are at greater risk.

The side effects are real, but Sun Pharma stays on its feet

The side effects are real, but Sun Pharma stays on its feet

Rediff.com21 Apr 2025

After falling 17 per cent since the start of the year to its March lows, the stock of the country's largest pharmaceutical (pharma) company, Sun Pharmaceutical Industries, has clawed back nearly half of those losses. Recent acquisitions, a favourable court ruling in the case of the hair loss drug Leqselvi, an edge over peers owing to its specialty portfolio, and a diversified global presence have supported the recovery.

Maharashtra deploys police as petrol pumps start to run dry

Maharashtra deploys police as petrol pumps start to run dry

Rediff.com2 Jan 2024

About 2,000 petrol pumps, mostly in western and northern India, have run out of fuel stocks as the strike by some truckers' associations entered the second day on Tuesday.

Food Poisoning, UTIs! Avoid These Summer Risks

Food Poisoning, UTIs! Avoid These Summer Risks

Rediff.com18 Apr 2025

Dr Rituja Ugalmugle, internal medicine specialist, Wockhardt Hospitals, lists the remedies to prevent and fight summer related ailments.

IIT prof booked after PhD student dies during excavation

IIT prof booked after PhD student dies during excavation

Rediff.com27 Mar 2025

An IIT Delhi professor has been booked for alleged negligence following the death of a PhD student during excavation work near the archaeological site of Lothal in Gujarat. The incident occurred in November 2024 when the student, Surabhi Verma, died after a 10-foot deep excavation pit collapsed on her while she and her professor, Yama Dixit, were collecting soil samples. The FIR was registered based on a complaint by the student's father, alleging that Dixit's negligence led to Verma's death. Dixit has been charged with causing death by negligence and endangering life. The investigation revealed that the team was unaware of the high water level beneath the visible dry soil, and had not informed police or local authorities before starting the excavation.

How ITC plans to build a future-ready portfolio

How ITC plans to build a future-ready portfolio

Rediff.com6 May 2025

There remains a debate on who said this: "When the facts change, I change my mind. What do you do, Sir?" Was it the British economist John Maynard Keynes or the American economist Paul Samuelson. Irrespective of who said it, this sentiment appears to have found resonance in ITC's boardroom in recent years.

I'll stop singing songs on alcohol if...: Diljit Dosanjh

I'll stop singing songs on alcohol if...: Diljit Dosanjh

Rediff.com18 Nov 2024

Diljit's songs, such as Patiala Pegg and Panchatara, were specifically mentioned in the complaint.

US tariff on Indian shrimp may go up from 8pc to 45 pc

US tariff on Indian shrimp may go up from 8pc to 45 pc

Rediff.com7 Apr 2025

Seafood is one of India's largest agricultural exports after basmati rice and buffalo meat.