A healthy marriage is based on trust and honesty, reminds rediffGURU Ravi Mittal, CEO of Quack Quack, an online dating web site, and Rebounce, a matrimony platform.
Feeling heard is often more healing than any solution, explains rediffGURU Kanchan Rai, a relationship coach and founder of Let Us Talk Foundation.
'In future, if Arijit Singh decides to enter the field of playback singing again, nobody should ever question him or ask why he has returned after retiring.'
'I've been someone who has been interested in the mind of a criminal for years.'
A tragic school shooting in Tumbler Ridge, British Columbia, has left ten dead, including the suspected gunman, prompting an ongoing investigation by Canadian authorities.
The Supreme Court of India has emphasized the need to sensitize male teachers and students about menstruation to eliminate stigma and ensure the effective use of menstrual hygiene facilities in schools.
'This leading filmmaker told me: "Don't let the industry cake you up with makeup and wigs. You are a breath of fresh air".'
'In choosing to be fully himself, even when it was uncomfortable, Usman Khawaja expanded the meaning of representation and conscience in Australian sport,' notes Asif Ullah Khan.
Here are ten human-forward skills that will quietly but decisively shape professional growth in 2026.
In the year gone by, quite a few of the younger actors flexed their acting muscle. Whether the films were blockbusters or not is immaterial, what matters is the effort put in.
You cannot 'fix' the relationship between your mother and wife, says rediffGURU Kanchan Rai. You can only create conditions for healing.
In 2025, the top actresses remained absent, the ones who could have commanded strong roles. In any case, great roles for women are not even written in mainstream cinema, but when they get a role worth working for, they did their best.
Understanding that sexual abuse can be prevented and healing from abuse is possible helps parents respond with calm and confidence rather than react in fear or panic, says Psychologist Namrata Joshi.
The convergence of artificial intelligence, evolving labour regulations and rising employee expectations will redefine how organisations manage pay, people and performance in the coming year, a report says.
AI didn't replace our skills in 2025; it rearranged their importance, says Vishal Sood, CEO and founder of Placecom.
Residents say the dogs did not allow anyone or anything to come near through the night, except the morning light itself.
'It feels like the universe gently whispered, 'Pause, don't rush away yet, there's a story waiting for you here'.'
Zootopia 2 is charming, engaging, and thoroughly fun to watch, applauds Mayur Sanap.
Afghanistan keeper batter Rahmanullah Gurbaz has no hesitation in admitting former KKR mentor Gautam Gambhir as the "best coach" that he has played under.
Sex workers in Sonagachi, Asia's largest red-light district, are pleading for relief from stringent voter ID rules that they say are impossible to meet, potentially leading to exclusion from the voters' list.
'In the real world, it's not about being the smartest person in the room -- it's about being the one who stays grounded, adaptable and emotionally steady when everything else shakes,' says Ankita Kaul, a National Board certified health and wellness coach from the Dr Sears Wellness Institute.
The police first information report (FIR) against suspended Congress MLA Rahul Mamkoottathil alleged that he raped the complainant multiple times even when she was pregnant.
'For us, it's not always about chasing revenue. It's about sustaining happiness and energy, because that's what drives long-term growth.'
Gambhir said while it is hypothetical at this point in time to talk about having separate Test team going forward but admitted that India must identify batters who are able to handle the grind of red-ball cricket.
'4 lakh to 5 lakh people graduating in computer science getting jobs in software companies will not happen.'
Today, says Twinkle Khanna, motherhood is very different. "You're like a psychologist, you're their trainer, you're the nutritionist, you're seeing how many carbs they're eating, how many vitamins they're having, you're their chef, you're an educator and you are also their screen monitor. And you still have to make the hair along with that."
Dharmendra remained one of the most loved stars of all time, even when his movies tapered off, and age caught up with him.
'I try to convince myself to stay calm, do my work and not let his behaviour get to me. Some days it works; most days, it doesn't.'
'It's far-fetched to say that human thinking will become subservient.'
As a storm brews online over a child's conduct on Kaun Banega Crorepati, Team India cricketer Varun Chakaravarthy has urged restraint and empathy.
Across all sectors, the future of work depends on adaptability.
'Rejection teaches you a lot of endurance, self-trust, and the ability to show up again.'
'Our goal here is to become a small catalyst in humanity's journey of conscious evolution. To lead us into the Post-Darwin era.'
The Kyunkii...Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi appearance mark Bill Gates' second appearance on a show after his cameo in the American show The Big Bang Theory.
Names and names and names and names... 329 in all. Some Indian. Some Canadian. Some British. Berry. Gupta. Jain. James. Bhatt. Beauchesne. Chatlani. Enayati. Lougheed.... Vaihayasi Pande Daniel visits Ahakista, Ireland, home to the memorial for the worst terrorist atrocity in India's history.
'In the darkest moments, I discovered an extraordinary kind of love, the kind that shows up, holds space, and never lets you feel alone.'
'At times when the pressure, glitz and glam felt horribly garish, there he was with no pretences or guile. A sweet reminder that life is about the real things not the fluff.'
No illusions that India are favourites but we will look to control what we can: Sophie Devine
'I love the institution of marriage. I love the idea of creating a family life, a unit that is yours, of having someone who's on your team, of being devoted to them.'
The Women in Blue did more than just win a trophy -- they proved that hard work, and believing in themselves, can turn failure into success.
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