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EC to publish Bengal draft electoral rolls on Tuesday

EC to publish Bengal draft electoral rolls on Tuesday

Rediff.com15 Dec 2025

The Election Commission is set to publish the draft electoral rolls for West Bengal on Tuesday following the completion of the statewide Special Intensive Revision (SIR) ahead of the 2026 assembly polls. The publication of the draft rolls will mark the end of the enumeration phase and the beginning of a far more contentious stage - claims, objections and hearings that will stretch into February 2026.

Smallcaps: Enter Cautiously, Think Long Term

Smallcaps: Enter Cautiously, Think Long Term

Rediff.com16 Dec 2025

Investors seeking higher returns at relatively higher risk should consider allocation to smallcap equity funds.

CSK's Youth Gamble Signals Post-Dhoni Thinking

CSK's Youth Gamble Signals Post-Dhoni Thinking

Rediff.com16 Dec 2025

Spending more than US$3 million (Rs 28.40 crore) and nearly 60 percent of their purse on players, who can proverbially be termed as wet behind the ears, does display a change in mindset.

Spies, Biryani, Indira Gandhi In Georgia

Spies, Biryani, Indira Gandhi In Georgia

Rediff.com19 Dec 2025

We were talking to a real-life spy!! Wow!

Akram Takes A Dig At IPL: 'It Never Ends'

Akram Takes A Dig At IPL: 'It Never Ends'

Rediff.com9 Dec 2025

'Bacchey bade ho jate hain, woh league khatam hi nahi hoti.'

Delhi choked by worst AQI of the year, strict curbs kick in

Delhi choked by worst AQI of the year, strict curbs kick in

Rediff.com13 Dec 2025

A thick layer of toxic smog enveloped the national capital on Saturday as air quality deteriorated sharply, prompting the Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) to invoke the strictest curbs under Stage IV of the Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP) across Delhi-NCR.

LaLiga: Mbappe magic ends Real Madrid's winless woes

LaLiga: Mbappe magic ends Real Madrid's winless woes

Rediff.com4 Dec 2025

An inspired Kylian Mbappe scored two fabulous goals to guide Real Madrid to a commanding 3-0 win at Athletic Bilbao on Wednesday, ending their three-game winless streak in LaLiga.

Deeply shaken, will help victims: Goa nightclub owner

Deeply shaken, will help victims: Goa nightclub owner

Rediff.com9 Dec 2025

Saurabh Luthra, one of the owners of the North Goa nightclub where a Saturday blaze claimed the lives of 25 people, used social media on Monday to express 'profound grief' and vowed to provide assistance, support and cooperation to the victims' families in 'every possible form'.

Everything's Better With Ketchup: Who Are The Ketchup Addicts? Wins

Everything's Better With Ketchup: Who Are The Ketchup Addicts? Wins

Rediff.com5 Dec 2025

Ketchup isn't just some chillar side condiment for your parathas or toast or chips. It's a global star.

Red Fort blast: Dr Shaheen Saeed taken to Faridabad for plot recreation

Red Fort blast: Dr Shaheen Saeed taken to Faridabad for plot recreation

Rediff.com28 Nov 2025

Shaheen was taken to Faridabad to corroborate some leads the NIA learnt to have known during interrogation of other suspects and the seventh accused Soyab, a resident of Dhauj in Faridabad.

U-19 Asia Cup: Spotlight on India-Pakistan handshake call

U-19 Asia Cup: Spotlight on India-Pakistan handshake call

Rediff.com11 Dec 2025

Both Suryavanshi and skipper Mhatre are coming into the tournament following a great run of form in the ongoing Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy.

The Blasphemous Idea Dhurandhar Promotes

The Blasphemous Idea Dhurandhar Promotes

Rediff.com16 Dec 2025

Dhurandhar's most dangerous idea is that Director Aditya Dhar envisions an Indian state run by a deep state -- an intelligence machinery not accountable to Parliament, courts, or voters. A future political system where unelected officials decide when Indian democracy is 'fit' to function, observes Syed Firdaus Ashraf.

Indian Growth Fuels Far-Right Rallies In Australia

Indian Growth Fuels Far-Right Rallies In Australia

Rediff.com1 Sep 2025

One flyer read: 'More Indians in 5 years, than Greeks and Italians in 100', adding, 'This isn't a slight cultural change, it's a replacement plain and simple'.

Hardik mania hits Hyderabad; match moved urgently

Hardik mania hits Hyderabad; match moved urgently

Rediff.com4 Dec 2025

Fan frenzy over star India all-rounder Hardik Pandya forced the organisers to shift the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy match between his team Baroda and Gujarat to a more secure Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium from a nondescript Gymkhana ground in Hyderabad on Thursday.

Telangana CM Reddy 'Ready' for Messi Penalty Shootout

Telangana CM Reddy 'Ready' for Messi Penalty Shootout

Rediff.com12 Dec 2025

Hyderabad stadium decked up for Messi's Magic

SMAT: Rahane, Sarfaraz fire Mumbai to victory; Iyer's 50 in vain

SMAT: Rahane, Sarfaraz fire Mumbai to victory; Iyer's 50 in vain

Rediff.com16 Dec 2025

Sarfaraz fell to Manav Suthar (4-0-23-3) after a whirlwind knock laden with powerful hits down the ground which saw Mumbai stutter as they lost wickets in heaps.

'India, US Close To Framework Deal'

'India, US Close To Framework Deal'

Rediff.com16 Dec 2025

'...but I would not like to put a timeline to it'

The Top 10 Films Of 2025

The Top 10 Films Of 2025

Rediff.com15 Dec 2025

The year had a variety of films to choose from. Not all of them were successful at the box office, but had merit.

'I'm bad at DRS': Kuldeep reveals why Rohit saves him

'I'm bad at DRS': Kuldeep reveals why Rohit saves him

Rediff.com7 Dec 2025

Left-arm wrist spinner Kuldeep Yadav admitted that he is "bad with DRS" appeals after his hilarious banter with senior pro Rohit Sharma formed a nice, little subplot of India's series-clinching victory against South Africa in the third ODI in Visakhapatnam.

Pragg: New Tour Won't Dethrone Classical World Championship

Pragg: New Tour Won't Dethrone Classical World Championship

Rediff.com12 Dec 2025

'In terms of format, there are constant shifts which is happening. I am not sure if it is a good thing or a bad thing, but as a player, I think it is sometimes difficult to adjust to each format.'

The Sholay Fandom Continues

The Sholay Fandom Continues

Rediff.com15 Dec 2025

In half a century, actors have aged or passed away, the shape of the city has altered, the film industry has changed beyond recognition, most single screens have made way for multiplexes, audiences tastes have changed, rural life is very different now, and inflation has devalued the rupee. But a great film is forever. Deepa Gahlot salutes Sholay, as it re-releases in theatres.

ICICI Pru AMC sets price band for IPO, seeks Rs 1.07 trillion valuation

ICICI Pru AMC sets price band for IPO, seeks Rs 1.07 trillion valuation

Rediff.com9 Dec 2025

ICICI Prudential Asset Management Company has set a price band of Rs 2,061- Rs 2,165 per share for its Rs 10,600-crore initial public offering (IPO) that will open on Friday. At the upper end of the band, the country's largest asset manager will command a valuation of Rs 1.07 trillion.

IndiGo crisis: DGCA grills CEO for 2nd day; sacks 4 flight ops inspectors

IndiGo crisis: DGCA grills CEO for 2nd day; sacks 4 flight ops inspectors

Rediff.com13 Dec 2025

Aviation regulator DGCA intensifies scrutiny of IndiGo following widespread flight cancellations. The airline will offer travel vouchers to affected passengers.

IndiGo moves Delhi HC seeking Rs 900 crore Customs duty refund

IndiGo moves Delhi HC seeking Rs 900 crore Customs duty refund

Rediff.com13 Dec 2025

InterGlobe Aviation, the operator of IndiGo, has approached the Delhi high court seeking a refund of over Rs 900 crore it claims to have paid as Customs duty on aircraft engines and parts re-imported into India after overseas repairs. The petition came up for hearing on Friday before a bench of Justices Prathiba M Singh and Shail Jain.

Comic Con Is No Longer Just A Pilgrimage For Fans

Comic Con Is No Longer Just A Pilgrimage For Fans

Rediff.com16 Dec 2025

It is a marketplace of attention, where legacy publishers, global franchises, and consumer brands meet to make the most of India's expanding fandom economy.

Remembering 1971 In The Skies Of The East

Remembering 1971 In The Skies Of The East

Rediff.com15 Dec 2025

Returning to the Brahmaputra for Vijay Diwas was not just a journey across geography, but across memory of war, service, sacrifice, and the enduring bond between the Indian Air Force and the north east, asserts Air Commodore Nitin Sathe (retd).

How Dharmendra Whisked Hema Malini Away From Jeetendra

How Dharmendra Whisked Hema Malini Away From Jeetendra

Rediff.com8 Dec 2025

Hema's father couldn't contain his rage and almost physically pushed Dharmendra out of the house. 'Why don't you get out of my daughter's life? You are a married man, you can't marry my daughter,' he repeatedly yelled. But a pleading, helplessly sentimental and slightly inebriated Dharam could not be budged.

Goa nightclub fire: Accused owners fled to Phuket at 5.30 am

Goa nightclub fire: Accused owners fled to Phuket at 5.30 am

Rediff.com9 Dec 2025

Saurabh and Gaurav Luthra, the owners of the Goa nightclub wanted in connection with the fire tragedy that claimed 25 lives at the facility, have fled to Thailand, prompting police to seek the help of Interpol to trace them, officials said in Panaji on Monday.

'India, Pak, they were going at it': Trump again

'India, Pak, they were going at it': Trump again

Rediff.com10 Dec 2025

Meanwhile, Trump said Cambodia and Thailand have started fighting again and "tomorrow", he will make a phone call to those countries.

CL PIX: PSG frustrated again; Juventus survive scare

CL PIX: PSG frustrated again; Juventus survive scare

Rediff.com11 Dec 2025

Paris St Germain played out their first goalless draw of the season at Athletic Bilbao on Wednesday but stayed in the driving seat for direct qualification for the Champions League last-16 after a string of fine saves by home goalkeeper Unai Simon denied the defending champions.

'Hinduism Is A Large-Hearted Religion'

'Hinduism Is A Large-Hearted Religion'

Rediff.com10 Dec 2025

'If at all human beings require a religion, the future religion will be Hinduism.'

ICC Scrambles As JioStar Seeks Exit

ICC Scrambles As JioStar Seeks Exit

Rediff.com9 Dec 2025

A key blow for JioStar came from an unlikely source: The Indian government's ban on real-money gaming, the sector that had become cricket's biggest advertiser.

Want A Super Top-Up For Your Medical Insurance?

Want A Super Top-Up For Your Medical Insurance?

Rediff.com12 Dec 2025

'Pick a sum insured that realistically covers major hospitalisation costs in your city.'

Samantha Won't Take Raj's Last Name

Samantha Won't Take Raj's Last Name

Rediff.com9 Dec 2025

She is no longer Samantha Ruth Prabhu. She will be known henceforth as just Samantha.

What makes Hardik Pandya special

What makes Hardik Pandya special

Rediff.com9 Dec 2025

'He (Pandya) can command a spot in the top five on his batting alone. He could also be one of the top three seamers in any team if he was just a bowler.'

Meet The Galaxy Tab A11+: Samsung's Latest Budget Tab For India

Meet The Galaxy Tab A11+: Samsung's Latest Budget Tab For India

Rediff.com5 Dec 2025

Samsung's new Galaxy Tab A11+ arrives with clever on-device smarts, a large 11-inch screen and a polished aluminium finish -- all crafted to make everyday tasks feel lighter, quicker, and far more delightful.

RBI allows rupee to find its own level: Guv Malhotra

RBI allows rupee to find its own level: Guv Malhotra

Rediff.com6 Dec 2025

Reserve Bank Governor Sanjay Malhotra on Friday said the central bank does not target any band for the rupee in the forex market, and allows the domestic currency to find its own correct level.

Why Were Aditi, Mrunal, Urvashi Honoured?

Why Were Aditi, Mrunal, Urvashi Honoured?

Rediff.com8 Dec 2025

Why did Lifestyle Asia magazine honour these Bollywood personalities?

PIX: Real Madrid end losing streak; Kane rescues Bayern

PIX: Real Madrid end losing streak; Kane rescues Bayern

Rediff.com15 Dec 2025

Inter edge Genoa to go top

Markets, spooked by Fed uncertainty, post biggest drop in two months

Markets, spooked by Fed uncertainty, post biggest drop in two months

Rediff.com9 Dec 2025

Equity markets fell on Monday, with benchmark indices recording their worst session in over two months amid caution ahead of the US Federal Reserve's (Fed's) policy announcement and renewed uncertainty over the US-India trade deal. Sustained selling by foreign portfolio investors (FPIs) also weighed on sentiment.