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When The 'Jackfruit King' Met PM Modi

When The 'Jackfruit King' Met PM Modi

Rediff.com12 Aug 2026

'He wanted to know what products I'd brought along, so I showed him jackfruit flour, which research has linked to managing type 2 diabetes.' 'Then jackfruit seed flour, a strong source of protein that rural households have eaten for generations without it ever becoming a commercial product. I gave him ripe jackfruit chips too.'

Allahabad HC: Father Cannot Transfer Defacto Custody Of Minor Child

Allahabad HC: Father Cannot Transfer Defacto Custody Of Minor Child

Rediff.com1 May 2026

The Allahabad High Court overturned a single-judge ruling, asserting that a father does not have the right to transfer defacto custody of a minor child to another person.

The Untold Story Behind Auqib Nabi's Historic India Test Call-Up

The Untold Story Behind Auqib Nabi's Historic India Test Call-Up

Rediff.com3 Aug 2026

Auqib Nabi, a right-arm pacer from Jammu and Kashmir, has made history by becoming the first cricketer from the region to be named in India's Test squad, earning a call-up for the tour of Sri Lanka after a remarkable domestic season.

Yash's Toxic Is Flawed Yet Admirable

Yash's Toxic Is Flawed Yet Admirable

Rediff.com4 days ago

Dismissing Toxic as merely a style-over-substance gangster drama would be missing what makes it unusual, notes Mayur Sanap.

Ensure every road has encroachment-free pedestrian space: SC to Centre

Ensure every road has encroachment-free pedestrian space: SC to Centre

Rediff.com3 Aug 2026

The Supreme Court has directed the Centre to ensure all roads have properly demarcated, encroachment-free spaces for pedestrians, emphasising that the right to walk on a footpath is a fundamental right.

'My policeman dad was nearly lynched at Jantar Mantar'

'My policeman dad was nearly lynched at Jantar Mantar'

Rediff.com31 Jul 2026

Families of Delhi Police personnel injured during the July 20 CJP-led 'Sansad Chalo' march are calling for a parliamentary discussion on the trauma and injuries suffered by officers, arguing that the public discourse has unfairly focused solely on allegations of police excesses.

Mutiny Review: What A Dull Jason Statham Film!

Mutiny Review: What A Dull Jason Statham Film!

Rediff.com20 Aug 2026

Mutiny is so painfully predictable that even Jason Statham's trademark mayhem struggles to keep it afloat.

5 Reasons Why Toxic Is A 'Tabaahi' Of Our Expectations

5 Reasons Why Toxic Is A 'Tabaahi' Of Our Expectations

Rediff.com6 days ago

Toxic looks spectacular, but beneath its glossy, brutally violent exterior lies a hollow, confused film that mistakes style and swagger for substance, observes Sreeju Sudhakaran.

Thudakkam Review: Uneven Start For Vismaya Mohanlal

Thudakkam Review: Uneven Start For Vismaya Mohanlal

Rediff.com8 Aug 2026

Thudakkam gives Vismaya Mohanlal a physically demanding debut where her fighting skills land the punches, even if her acting doesn't.

Know More About Mohanlal's Daughter Vismaya Before Her Thudakkam Debut

Know More About Mohanlal's Daughter Vismaya Before Her Thudakkam Debut

Rediff.com6 Aug 2026

As Vismaya Mohanlal makes her acting debut with Thudakkam, here's what you need to know about Mohanlal's daughter, from her Muay Thai training to her life away from the spotlight.

India's young long jump star sets bold Asian Games goal

India's young long jump star sets bold Asian Games goal

Rediff.com12 Aug 2026

Long jumper Shahnavaz Khan and high jumper Basant Kumar Meghwal, both recent World Athletics U20 Championships medalists, are now setting their sights on podium finishes at the upcoming Asian Games in Japan, aiming to improve their personal bests.

Hayden Panettiere Dies At 36: 7 Roles To Remember Her By

Hayden Panettiere Dies At 36: 7 Roles To Remember Her By

Rediff.com17 Aug 2026

From a child star to a superhero icon and horror favourite, Hayden Panettiere left behind a memorable body of work far beyond her years.

10 Films That Took Age-Gap Romance Seriously

10 Films That Took Age-Gap Romance Seriously

Rediff.com19 Aug 2026

From Joggers Park to De De Pyaar De, these films dared to make the age gap between their unlikely lovers part of the story rather than something to quietly ignore.

'Dream come true': India's hockey debutants open up

'Dream come true': India's hockey debutants open up

Rediff.com12 Aug 2026

Five young Indian women's hockey players - Ishika, Lalthantluangi, Sakshi Rana, Shilpi Dabas, and Sunelita Toppo - are set to make their World Cup debut, having overcome various challenges and long waits to reach this significant milestone.

'Sunny Deol Is Fighting Against Fanaticism In Batwara 1947'

'Sunny Deol Is Fighting Against Fanaticism In Batwara 1947'

Rediff.com10 Aug 2026

'You should get carried away with the characters, become one with him. You don't see whether he is a Hindu or a Muslim. You see the human being.'

'Stay calm': India goalkeeper Bichu Devi embraces Dhoni's mantra for hockey World Cup

'Stay calm': India goalkeeper Bichu Devi embraces Dhoni's mantra for hockey World Cup

Rediff.com14 Aug 2026

India's World Cup goalkeeper Bichu Devi, inspired by cricketing legend Mahendra Singh Dhoni, emphasises the importance of composure under pressure.

Taslima backs UCC in India, Bangladesh, Pak to end bias against women

Taslima backs UCC in India, Bangladesh, Pak to end bias against women

Rediff.com2 Aug 2026

Exiled Bangladeshi author Taslima Nasreen has strongly advocated for the implementation of a Uniform Civil Code (UCC) in India, Bangladesh, and Pakistan, citing its importance in eliminating discrimination, especially against women. Her remarks come as the West Bengal government examines a draft UCC. Nasreen also expressed dismay over a disruption at her felicitation ceremony in Kolkata, where poet Joy Goswami was prevented from speaking.

Khalifa Review: Prithviraj Can't Save Bland Thriller

Khalifa Review: Prithviraj Can't Save Bland Thriller

Rediff.com21 Aug 2026

Khalifa wants to build a universe, but struggles to build a compelling film, leaving Prithviraj Sukumaran to carry a derivative thriller almost entirely on his shoulders laments Sreeju Sudhakaran.

Don't Troll Him: Assam CM On Minister's Daughter Joining NEET Protest

Don't Troll Him: Assam CM On Minister's Daughter Joining NEET Protest

Rediff.com26 Jul 2026

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma defended his Cabinet colleague Keshab Mahanta after Mahanta's daughter joined a protest against NEET exam irregularities, stating that children's actions should not be linked to their parents' political ideologies.

Electric Revolution: Formula E's Gen4 Aims To Match F1 Speed

Electric Revolution: Formula E's Gen4 Aims To Match F1 Speed

Rediff.com17 Aug 2026

Formula E is entering its Gen4 era with ambitious plans to close the performance gap with Formula One, aiming for near-F1 speeds on several tracks by the end of the next four-season cycle. The all-electric series anticipates Gen4 cars reaching 335 kmph with significant lap time improvements, driven by advanced technology and high efficiency. Despite manufacturer exits, co-founder Alberto Longo asserts continued interest, while CEO Jeff Dodds believes electric racing could eventually surpass F1 in performance, bolstered by new partnerships like Disney+ to boost awareness.

11-YO Bodhana, 17-YO Shreyas create history at British Chess Champs

11-YO Bodhana, 17-YO Shreyas create history at British Chess Champs

Rediff.com10 Aug 2026

Indian-origin chess prodigies Bodhana Sivanandan, 11, and Shreyas Royal, 17, have made history by winning the 2026 British Chess Championships. Bodhana became Britain's youngest-ever Women's chess champion, while Royal scooped the overall British title, establishing their status as emerging world-class talents.

BJP rejig: Smriti Irani makes comeback, Ram Madhav gets key role

BJP rejig: Smriti Irani makes comeback, Ram Madhav gets key role

Rediff.com17 Aug 2026

The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has announced a significant overhaul of its national team under party president Nitin Nabin, introducing numerous new faces and promoting prominent leaders like former Union minister Smriti Irani to general secretary and former RSS functionary Ram Madhav to vice president. The revamp aims to balance youth and experience while preparing for upcoming assembly and general elections.

Awarapan 2 Review: Emraan Hashmi Goes Massy

Awarapan 2 Review: Emraan Hashmi Goes Massy

Rediff.com14 Aug 2026

Awarapan 2 may give Emraan Hashmi the massy comeback his fans have been waiting for, but nostalgia can only do so much, notes Sreeju Sudhakaran.

Farmer's Son Praveen Chithravel Beats Cold to Win Commonwealth Games Silver

Farmer's Son Praveen Chithravel Beats Cold to Win Commonwealth Games Silver

Rediff.com2 Aug 2026

Praveen Chithravel battled freezing conditions to win Commonwealth Games 2026 triple jump silver, ending his 2022 heartbreak and setting sights on the Asian Games.

'I Was Protesting For Every Student In The Country'

'I Was Protesting For Every Student In The Country'

Rediff.com24 Jul 2026

'I went to protest because whatever is going on in our country is not right.'

Late bloomer Saransh Jain proves perseverance pays with India Test call-up at 33

Late bloomer Saransh Jain proves perseverance pays with India Test call-up at 33

Rediff.com30 Jul 2026

Age is just a number for uncapped off-spin allrounder Saransh Jain who at 33 years has earned his maiden Test call-up for the upcoming Sri Lanka tour on the back of consistent performances in the domestic circuit and India A.

How Cancer-Stricken Dad's Note Spurred Saransh Jain

How Cancer-Stricken Dad's Note Spurred Saransh Jain

Rediff.com28 Jul 2026

Saransh Jain's domestic success motivated by his cancer-affected dad's inspiring note. Saransh received his India Test call-up for the Sri Lanka tour on Tuesday.

Can A Couple With Different Political Views Have A Healthy Relationship?

Can A Couple With Different Political Views Have A Healthy Relationship?

Rediff.com10 Aug 2026

With political divisions dominating conversations, can couples with opposing views stay together?

'Hum Jeet Gaye': Tears, joy at Jantar Mantar after Pradhan resigns

'Hum Jeet Gaye': Tears, joy at Jantar Mantar after Pradhan resigns

Rediff.com25 Jul 2026

Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan has resigned following weeks of widespread protests and public outrage over examination paper leaks, particularly the NEET-UG controversy, leading to jubilant scenes at Jantar Mantar as demonstrators declared 'victory'.

HC sentences Tarun Tejpal to 10 years in jail for raping colleague

HC sentences Tarun Tejpal to 10 years in jail for raping colleague

Rediff.com6 Aug 2026

Former Tehelka editor-in-chief Tarun Tejpal has been convicted and sentenced to ten years in jail by the Bombay High Court in a 2013 rape case, overturning a trial court's acquittal and criticising its 'perverse' reasoning.

The Harsh Reality Of Leaving Home Behind

The Harsh Reality Of Leaving Home Behind

Rediff.com10 Aug 2026

Families don't really break apart in a single moment, they just quietly stop fitting under one roof, notes Binu Alex.

Uttarakhand High Court: Father Must Maintain Child Regardless Of Mother's Income

Uttarakhand High Court: Father Must Maintain Child Regardless Of Mother's Income

Rediff.com22 Apr 2026

The Uttarakhand High Court has ruled that a father cannot avoid his responsibility to provide maintenance for his minor child by claiming the mother's income or his own financial obligations.

Who's Rahul Gandhi's favourite BJP politician? He reveals

Who's Rahul Gandhi's favourite BJP politician? He reveals

Rediff.com7 Aug 2026

Rahul Gandhi recently connected with Gen Z through an engaging 'Ask Me Anything' session on Instagram, offering candid responses on student protests, his views on Prime Minister Narendra Modi, and even his philosophy on pet ownership.

FULL TEXT: President Murmu's address to the nation on eve of 80th I-Day

FULL TEXT: President Murmu's address to the nation on eve of 80th I-Day

Rediff.com15 Aug 2026

In her address to the nation on the eve of the country's 80th Independence Day, the president stressed that just as government and society remain united to ensure national security, everyone must contribute through joint and concerted efforts to safeguard the present and future of students.

Prasanna Bisht: 'I Was Ready To Pack My Bags And Leave Mumbai'

Prasanna Bisht: 'I Was Ready To Pack My Bags And Leave Mumbai'

Rediff.com12 Aug 2026

'I was like I can't afford it. I cannot survive in Mumbai, so I will go back to the mountains.' 'But by God's grace, at that very moment, I got Adarsh Baal Vidyalaya, and Mumbai stopped me from leaving.'

Kerala HC protects 'Kumbh Mela girl', bars transfer to MP police

Kerala HC protects 'Kumbh Mela girl', bars transfer to MP police

Rediff.com29 Jul 2026

The Kerala High Court has intervened to protect a young woman, known as the 'Kumbh Mela girl', from being transferred to Madhya Pradesh police without its order, despite a directive from the National Commission for Scheduled Tribes.

Rhiya Ahir: 'I'd Rather Die A Martyr Than Be Helpless'

Rhiya Ahir: 'I'd Rather Die A Martyr Than Be Helpless'

Rediff.com23 Jul 2026

'When you are standing for what the Constitution guarantees you, you are not alone.'

Sunny Deol: 'We Don't Make Films To Create Controversy'

Sunny Deol: 'We Don't Make Films To Create Controversy'

Rediff.com29 Jul 2026

'We don't make films to create controversy. I believe our stories are sincere and pure. When people watch them, they connect emotionally.'

'BJP Feels They Can Get Away With Anything'

'BJP Feels They Can Get Away With Anything'

Rediff.com6 Aug 2026

'I remember that Indira Gandhi was virtually worshipped as a goddess. The kind of power wielded by Indira Gandhi in the early 1970s was much more than what Modi does today, but in just three years down the line Indira Gandhi faced defeat.' 'So you cannot take people's sentiments for granted. That is a lesson that the BJP should learn.'

Imtiaz Ali's Daughter Ida Gets Engaged

Imtiaz Ali's Daughter Ida Gets Engaged

Rediff.com13 Jul 2026

Imtiaz Ali's daughter Ida Ali has announced her engagement to boyfriend Krish Agrawal.