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Krutrim Suicide Sparks Workplace Concerns

Krutrim Suicide Sparks Workplace Concerns

Rediff.com19 May 2025

An ex-employee claimed that team members were routinely subjected to verbal abuse, even for basic clarifications or suggesting improvements.

'Language of troll': Oppn slams Modi's 'Muslims repair punctures' remark

'Language of troll': Oppn slams Modi's 'Muslims repair punctures' remark

Rediff.com15 Apr 2025

'Such a remark does not behove the Prime Minister. Also, you have brought the country's youth to this point. There are no jobs. The only option is to fix punctures or sell fritters. Muslims don't just make punctures. I can list what Muslims have made'

SC reserves interim orders on 3 issues in Waqf Act

SC reserves interim orders on 3 issues in Waqf Act

Rediff.com22 May 2025

The Supreme Court of India has reserved its interim orders on three key issues related to the Waqf (Amendment) Act, 2025, including the power to denotify waqf properties, the composition of waqf boards, and the provision regarding government land. The court heard arguments from both the petitioners, who challenged the validity of the amended law, and the Centre, which defended the Act as a secular concept. The petitioners sought interim orders to prevent the implementation of certain provisions while the court considers the legal challenges.

Modi to visit RSS hq on March 30, first PM to do so

Modi to visit RSS hq on March 30, first PM to do so

Rediff.com27 Mar 2025

During the visit, the PM will lay the foundation stone of the extension building of Madhav Netralaya Premium Centre, he said.

Time To Embrace Inclusive Nationalism

Time To Embrace Inclusive Nationalism

Rediff.com7 Jun 2025

'It is important India to stay focussed on its primary national objectives: Combating terrorism; not losing sight of other security and strategic concerns (on the Sino-Indian front for instance); ensuring a strong economy and registering growth which includes improving the lot of common people; and finally making certain that the social fabric remains intact and harmony among people is not jeopardised, at least any further,' asserts Nilanjan Mukhopadhyay.

Some improvement in India-China ties from Oct last year: Jaishankar

Some improvement in India-China ties from Oct last year: Jaishankar

Rediff.com26 Mar 2025

He said that the two nations will have issues in the foreseeable future. However, there are ways of addressing those issues and what happened in 2020 was not the way to address those issues.

Move over Pant, Samson: KL Rahul tipped as India's No 1 keeper

Move over Pant, Samson: KL Rahul tipped as India's No 1 keeper

Rediff.com28 Apr 2025

Delhi Capitals mentor Kevin Pietersen believes that KL Rahul is the best option to bat at number four and keep wickets for India in the next T20 World Cup.

'Is Your Mother Ignoring You?'

'Is Your Mother Ignoring You?'

Rediff.com30 Apr 2025

The way others treat you does not define your worth, counsels rediffGURU Kanchan Rai, founder of Let Us Talk Foundation.

'People feel unsafe even in their homes'

'People feel unsafe even in their homes'

Rediff.com10 May 2025

Pakistan's drone strikes and mortar shelling targeted six locations in Jammu, including the densely populated Rehari Colony, leaving one person injured and causing widespread damage. Residents described scenes of devastation and expressed fear, while others voiced defiance and called for action against Pakistan. The attacks, which occurred early Saturday, have been condemned by Jammu and Kashmir's Chief Minister Omar Abdullah as the "worst targeting of civilians in Jammu city since 1971."

SC slams TN pollution board in Jaggi Vasudev ashram case

SC slams TN pollution board in Jaggi Vasudev ashram case

Rediff.com14 Feb 2025

The Supreme Court of India has reprimanded the Tamil Nadu Pollution Control Board (TNPCB) for delaying legal action against Isha Foundation, a yoga and meditation center founded by Sadhguru Jaggi Vasudev, over alleged environmental violations. The court criticized the TNPCB for taking two years to challenge a Madras High Court ruling that quashed a showcause notice against the foundation. The court also emphasized the importance of environmental compliance for the yoga center, noting that it must meet all necessary parameters. The case highlights ongoing legal challenges and environmental concerns related to the Isha Foundation's activities.

How To Handle A Competitive Colleague?

How To Handle A Competitive Colleague?

Rediff.com17 Apr 2025

rediffGURU Kanchan Rai, founder of the Let Us Talk Foundation, offers career advice on how to deal with a competitive colleague in a professional manner.

Creativity, not software code, to be main driver of India's economy: Adobe CEO

Creativity, not software code, to be main driver of India's economy: Adobe CEO

Rediff.com1 May 2025

Global tech major Adobe Systems' chief executive Shantanu Narayen on Thursday said creativity, and not software code, will be the main driver of India's economy in the future.

Bhagavad Gita, Natyashastra enter UNESCO's Memory of World Register

Bhagavad Gita, Natyashastra enter UNESCO's Memory of World Register

Rediff.com18 Apr 2025

Manuscripts of Bhagavad Gita and Bharat Muni's Natyashastra have been added to UNESCO's Memory of the World Register, joining 74 other new documentary heritage collections from 72 countries and four international organizations. Prime Minister Narendra Modi lauded the inclusion, describing it as a "proud moment for every Indian across the world." He highlighted the Gita and Natyashastra's contributions to civilization and consciousness, emphasizing their continued inspiration. Union Culture Minister Gajendra Singh Shekhawat also celebrated the recognition, emphasizing the historical significance for India's civilizational heritage. These additions bring the total number of inscribed collections on the UNESCO Memory of the World Register to 570, with India now having 14 inscriptions.

As Election Nears, Patna Gets Metro Boost

As Election Nears, Patna Gets Metro Boost

Rediff.com29 May 2025

The metro, it seems, is politics-proof -- even if it comes at a high cost.

Every IPL ticket you buy helps women in Rajasthan

Every IPL ticket you buy helps women in Rajasthan

Rediff.com8 Mar 2025

The Rajasthan Royals have launched a special 'Pink Promise' campaign to celebrate International Women's Day, featuring an all-pink jersey for their match against Mumbai Indians.

Wah! Holi@Taj

Wah! Holi@Taj

Rediff.com13 Mar 2025

Holi celebrations have begun. Glimpses from Agra, Varanasi, New Delhi and Patna...

Left maintains foothold in JNU, ABVP wins joint secy post

Left maintains foothold in JNU, ABVP wins joint secy post

Rediff.com28 Apr 2025

The RSS-affiliated ABVP has won the post of joint secretary in the Jawaharlal Nehru University Students' Union (JNUSU) election, ending a nine-year period out of office. The ABVP's victory marks a significant shift in the political landscape of JNU, breaking the Left's long-standing dominance. Left candidates won the remaining three central panel posts, but the ABVP's victory is seen as a major gain for the right-wing group.

SC refuses to impose ban on social media usage for children

SC refuses to impose ban on social media usage for children

Rediff.com4 Apr 2025

"It is a policy matter. You ask Parliament to enact the law," a bench of Justices B R Gavai and Augustine George Masih told the counsel appearing for the petitioner.

DK 'lost for words' at Virat's consistency

DK 'lost for words' at Virat's consistency

Rediff.com25 Apr 2025

Before this game. Kohli after three poor outings across which he made just 30 runs in RCB's home matches.

Do you agree with Piyush Goyal's comments on Indian startups?

Do you agree with Piyush Goyal's comments on Indian startups?

Rediff.com8 Apr 2025

Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal on Thursday asked the Indian startup community to shift their focus from grocery delivery and ice cream making to to high tech sector like semiconductor, machine learning, robotics, and artificial intelligence. He also said there is a need for more Indian investors into the startup ecosystem.

Mandhana's blazing ton fires India to tri-series title

Mandhana's blazing ton fires India to tri-series title

Rediff.com11 May 2025

Clinical India crush Sri Lanka by 97 runs to win Women's Tri-Nation tournament

'Our Sardar': Cong asserts claim on Patel's legacy

'Our Sardar': Cong asserts claim on Patel's legacy

Rediff.com8 Apr 2025

Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge accused the BJP-RSS of carrying out a "well-planned conspiracy" against national heroes and said that Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel's ideology was contrary to the RSS' ideas. He defended the relationship between Sardar Patel and Jawaharlal Nehru, saying they were "two sides of the same coin". He also criticized the BJP-RSS for their alleged attempts to appropriate the legacy of Mahatma Gandhi and Sardar Patel.

Delhi Capitals have task cut out against Gujarat Titans

Delhi Capitals have task cut out against Gujarat Titans

Rediff.com17 May 2025

Shaken by the abrupt suspension of their previous match due to the India-Pakistan conflict, a struggling Delhi Capitals will look to regroup and address bowling concerns when they face table-toppers Gujarat Titans in a reverse-leg IPL clash in Delhi on Sunday to keep their play-off hopes alive.

Shooting legend Sunny Thomas passes away

Shooting legend Sunny Thomas passes away

Rediff.com30 Apr 2025

Former India shooting coach Sunny Thomas, who guided the Indian marksmen from 1993 to 2012 and witnessed multiple Olympic medals, died on Wednesday after suffering a cardiac arrest.

Samson admits RCB outplayed RR in every department

Samson admits RCB outplayed RR in every department

Rediff.com13 Apr 2025

Phil Salt's explosive 33-ball 65 laid the foundation and Virat Kohli's 100th T20 fifty provided the finishing touch as RCB chased down what looked like a big target without much ado.

Meity To Tap Global AI & ML Experts

Meity To Tap Global AI & ML Experts

Rediff.com20 Feb 2025

'We will start reaching out to researchers, academics, and experts on AI from top universities and companies from across the world.'

'Pakistan Can't Sustain A Long War'

'Pakistan Can't Sustain A Long War'

Rediff.com6 May 2025

'Pakistan is economically very weak and will not be able to sustain a war for long.'

Sadhguru Cheers, Anirudh Rocks

Sadhguru Cheers, Anirudh Rocks

Rediff.com24 Mar 2025

Sitting alongside daughter Radhe Jaggi, Sadhguru looked thoroughly immersed in the electrifying atmosphere, cheering for CSK.

Bohras Launch Save Our Sparrows

Bohras Launch Save Our Sparrows

Rediff.com20 Mar 2025

dawoodi Bohra volunteers distributed around 50,000 bird feeders to households, schools, parks and community centres across the country.

Hitman @ 38: Rohit Sharma Era in Indian Cricket

Hitman @ 38: Rohit Sharma Era in Indian Cricket

Rediff.com30 Apr 2025

Calm, commanding, and ever-charismatic, the 'Hitman' has ensured that his legacy is not just written in numbers, but in moments that stirred a billion hearts.

History In Minutes: Vikramshila, Iconic Uni To Rise From Ashes

History In Minutes: Vikramshila, Iconic Uni To Rise From Ashes

Rediff.com21 Apr 2025

With six colleges, the university campus was a hub of scholars from around the world. It was the first to award degree titles like Mahapandit and Pandit to graduating students.

Ravindra reveals mindset before India clash

Ravindra reveals mindset before India clash

Rediff.com5 Mar 2025

Ravindra expressed his joy at contributing on the big stage and emphasised the team's focus on the final showdown in Dubai

Gulveer smashes his own national record

Gulveer smashes his own national record

Rediff.com30 Mar 2025

Gulveer, who hails from Uttar Pradesh, is also the national record holder in 5,000m with a time of 13:11.82 seconds set last year.

Three more held in Varanasi gang rape case, 12 arrests so far

Three more held in Varanasi gang rape case, 12 arrests so far

Rediff.com12 Apr 2025

The news of this development came barely hours after Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived here in the morning to inaugurate and lay the foundation stone for several projects in his parliamentary constituency.

How To Apply For A Rs 20 Lakh Study Abroad Scholarship

How To Apply For A Rs 20 Lakh Study Abroad Scholarship

Rediff.com19 Mar 2025

The SBIF Asha Scholarship Programme for Overseas Education 2024-25 aims to provide financial assistance to meritorious students from low-income families across India, ensuring the continuity of their education.

What Went WRONG with LSG?

What Went WRONG with LSG?

Rediff.com20 May 2025

It was Rishabh Pant's brief, unconvincing stint at the crease that starkly epitomised his season-long struggle

Tata CSR Money May Go To Ratan Trust

Tata CSR Money May Go To Ratan Trust

Rediff.com17 Feb 2025

As the Ratan Tata Endowment Foundation and Trust are new entities, the continuous CSR fund flows from Tata Sons will help it undertake new projects.

HC orders Ramdev to remove 'sharbat jiahd' video within 24 hrs

HC orders Ramdev to remove 'sharbat jiahd' video within 24 hrs

Rediff.com1 May 2025

The Delhi High Court has ordered Yoga guru Ramdev to remove within 24 hours an offensive video targeting Hamdard, manufacturers of Rooh Afza, from social media platforms. The court previously ordered him not to issue any statement or share videos in future similar to those before it and relating to products of competitors including Hamdard. Ramdev was accused of contempt in a row over his controversial "sharbat jihad" remarks against the drink.

IPL PIX: Salt, Kohli sizzle as RCB crush RR by 9 wkts

IPL PIX: Salt, Kohli sizzle as RCB crush RR by 9 wkts

Rediff.com13 Apr 2025

IMAGES from the IPL match between Rajasthan Royals and Royal Challengers Bengaluru at the Sawai Mansingh Stadium in Jaipur on Sunday

SEE: When Chris Martin met the Tendulkars

SEE: When Chris Martin met the Tendulkars

Rediff.com22 Jan 2025

'Thank you to all the well-wishers who joined us, including Chris Martin, for making this milestone special.'