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How Shivam Dube Opted for a Train Journey After T20 World Cup Victory

How Shivam Dube Opted for a Train Journey After T20 World Cup Victory

Rediff.com11 Mar 2026

Shivam Dube, fresh from his T20 World Cup victory, travelled by train from Ahmedabad to Mumbai to be with his family, avoiding fully booked flights and potential fan frenzy.

TVK leader's claim of DMK pressure 'contrary to truth', says Rajinikanth

TVK leader's claim of DMK pressure 'contrary to truth', says Rajinikanth

Rediff.com3 days ago

Tamil superstar breaks silence, questions TVK leader's claim that DMK pressure forced him to quit politics.

Kyle Walker quits international football four caps short of century

Kyle Walker quits international football four caps short of century

Rediff.com10 Mar 2026

Kyle Walker hung up his England boots on Tuesday, four matches shy of a landmark 100 caps, bringing the curtain down on a 14-year international career that saw him twice finish as a European Championship runner-up.

'I Would Like To Do My Gareeb Films'

'I Would Like To Do My Gareeb Films'

Rediff.com1 hour ago

'Filmmaking is such a weird line of work, artistic expression and collaboration.' 'It is letting go, then holding on to something, being democratic and then being tyrannical.'

Iran claims world's first hit on US F-35 Lightning 2

Iran claims world's first hit on US F-35 Lightning 2

Rediff.com53 minutes ago

US defence officials confirmed that an F-35 did perform an emergency landing after an Iranian surface-to-air missile (SAM) barrage, with the pilot safe and an investigation underway.

IPL 2026: Varun-Narine Hold The Key For KKR

IPL 2026: Varun-Narine Hold The Key For KKR

Rediff.com1 days ago

Faf du Plessis called upon KKR to prepare spin-friendly pitches for their home games at Eden Gardens, which will bring their spin duo Sunil Narine and Varun Chakaravarthy into contention.

How India's U20 Women's Team Prepared for AFC Asian Cup

How India's U20 Women's Team Prepared for AFC Asian Cup

Rediff.com18 hours ago

India's U20 Women's team, led by Shubhangi Singh, is prepared for the AFC U20 Women's Asian Cup after a month-long training camp in Europe. The team is focused on the group stage challenges against Japan, Australia, and Chinese Taipei.

Supreme Court Dismisses Case Against Elvish Yadav in Snake Venom Party Allegations

Supreme Court Dismisses Case Against Elvish Yadav in Snake Venom Party Allegations

Rediff.com22 hours ago

The Supreme Court has quashed an FIR and subsequent proceedings against YouTuber Elvish Yadav, who was arrested for allegedly using snake venom at a rave party in Noida. The court cited issues with the applicability of the NDPS Act and the validity of proceedings under the Wildlife (Protection) Act.

Job Aspirants in Mumbai Fall Prey to 23 Lakh BMC Job Scam

Job Aspirants in Mumbai Fall Prey to 23 Lakh BMC Job Scam

Rediff.com5 days ago

Two young men in Mumbai were defrauded of 23.43 lakh after being promised jobs in the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC). The accused, posing as a BMC employee, assured them of supervisor positions in the water department in exchange for money, providing fake joining letters and identity cards.

Graphene Sensors Poised to Transform Medical Testing

Graphene Sensors Poised to Transform Medical Testing

Rediff.com7 days ago

Scientists at the GraphIN 2026 conference highlighted the potential of ultra-sensitive graphene sensors for rapid disease detection and various other applications, including flexible heating pads for neonatal care and lightweight structures for unmanned aerial vehicles.

Prolonged Sanitary Pad Use Linked to Vaginal Issues: Experts Suggest Moringa Infusion

Prolonged Sanitary Pad Use Linked to Vaginal Issues: Experts Suggest Moringa Infusion

Rediff.com2 days ago

Experts warn that prolonged use of sanitary pads, especially in humid climates, can disrupt the vaginal microbiome, leading to bacterial vaginosis. Moringa-infused pads may offer a solution due to their anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial properties.

'Kumbh Mela girl' Monalisa marries boyfriend in Kerala; seeks police help

'Kumbh Mela girl' Monalisa marries boyfriend in Kerala; seeks police help

Rediff.com11 Mar 2026

Monalisa Bhonsle, who gained fame during the Prayagraj Kumbh Mela, sought police protection in Thiruvananthapuram to stay with her boyfriend and marry him, alleging her father was trying to forcibly take her back home.

Won't take life insurance policy for Mojtaba Khamenei: Netanyahu

Won't take life insurance policy for Mojtaba Khamenei: Netanyahu

Rediff.com7 days ago

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu asserts that the joint US-Israel campaign against Iran is progressing successfully, highlighting Israel's strengthened position and hinting at new regional alliances.

'Dhurandhar The Revenge Is A Monumental Masterpiece'

'Dhurandhar The Revenge Is A Monumental Masterpiece'

Rediff.com1 days ago

'Both Dhurandhar films in the spy universe have carved out legendary benchmarks for Indian cinema, and they'll be studied for generations across the globe.'

Indian Scientists Pioneer DME Technology to Replace LPG Amid Supply Concerns

Indian Scientists Pioneer DME Technology to Replace LPG Amid Supply Concerns

Rediff.com6 days ago

Researchers at CSIR-NCL have developed a technology for producing dimethyl ether (DME) as an alternative to liquefied petroleum gas (LPG), potentially reducing India's reliance on imports and enhancing energy security.

Shashi Tharoor recounts Gautam Gambhir's praise for Sanju Samson

Shashi Tharoor recounts Gautam Gambhir's praise for Sanju Samson

Rediff.com19 hours ago

Shashi Tharoor recounts Gautam Gambhir's praise for Sanju Samson, highlighting his unique talent and recent success in the T20 World Cup.

UP boy killed in accidental shooting at birthday party

UP boy killed in accidental shooting at birthday party

Rediff.com3 Mar 2026

A 13-year-old boy was killed in Lucknow, India, during a birthday party after allegedly being shot by another minor with a licensed revolver. Police are investigating the incident, which the victim's family disputes as accidental.

Gautam Gambhir on Sanju Samson: 'He Doesn't Have to Be the Next Dhoni'

Gautam Gambhir on Sanju Samson: 'He Doesn't Have to Be the Next Dhoni'

Rediff.com20 hours ago

Shashi Tharoor recounts Gautam Gambhir's praise for Sanju Samson, highlighting his unique talent and recent success in the T20 World Cup.

2 dead as car crashes at 150 kmph while filming reel

2 dead as car crashes at 150 kmph while filming reel

Rediff.com4 days ago

A 20-year-old man and his friend died in a car crash in Gujarat after he allegedly drove at 150 km/h while recording videos for social media. Police are investigating the incident and the car's ownership.

One Dead, Four Injured in Gondia Wedding Bus Crash

One Dead, Four Injured in Gondia Wedding Bus Crash

Rediff.com7 days ago

A bus carrying a wedding party crashed in Gondia district, Maharashtra, resulting in one death and four injuries. The accident occurred early Thursday morning as the group was returning from a wedding in Madhya Pradesh.

The Story Behind Kritika Kamra's Chanderi Wedding Sari

The Story Behind Kritika Kamra's Chanderi Wedding Sari

Rediff.com7 days ago

Kritika Kamra talks about her own brand -- Cinnabar from where she picked her red Chanderi wedding sari.

Middle East War: Why Strait Of Hormuz Is Iran's Trump Card

Middle East War: Why Strait Of Hormuz Is Iran's Trump Card

Rediff.com4 days ago

If the oil infrastructure is attacked by the United States, the whole area could be flooded with oil, spilling into the Persian Gulf.

Michael B Jordan's Historic Oscar Win: A Milestone for Black Actors

Michael B Jordan's Historic Oscar Win: A Milestone for Black Actors

Rediff.com3 days ago

Michael B Jordan's emotional Oscar win for Sinners celebrates a milestone for Black representation in Hollywood, honouring the actors who paved the way and inspired future generations.

Muslim Youth Attacked While Preparing for 'Roza' Near Pune; Police Investigate

Muslim Youth Attacked While Preparing for 'Roza' Near Pune; Police Investigate

Rediff.com5 days ago

A mob assaulted a group of Muslim youth preparing to break their Ramadan fast near Pune, resulting in injuries and multiple detentions by police.

How Shabana Azmi Celebrates Holi This Year

How Shabana Azmi Celebrates Holi This Year

Rediff.com3 Mar 2026

'Javed (Akhtar) and I are inviting only very close friends for Holi this time.'

Classmate stabs teenager to death outside exam centre in Madhya Pradesh

Classmate stabs teenager to death outside exam centre in Madhya Pradesh

Rediff.com6 Mar 2026

A Class 10 student was stabbed to death by a classmate outside an examination centre in Damoh district, Madhya Pradesh, following a prior dispute.

Supreme Court Dismisses Snake Venom Case Against Elvish Yadav

Supreme Court Dismisses Snake Venom Case Against Elvish Yadav

Rediff.com17 hours ago

The Supreme Court has quashed the FIR against Elvish Yadav, who was arrested for allegedly using snake venom at a rave party in Noida. Yadav expresses relief and questions who will compensate for the harassment he and his family faced.

Is US-Israel-Iran War Entering Endgame?

Is US-Israel-Iran War Entering Endgame?

Rediff.com2 days ago

To be sure, Trump is furious, as the trajectory of the war is in a state of Zugzwang, as chess players call it. Trump and Netanyahu stare at two choices -- retreat in humiliation and concede Tehran's demands -- recognition of its rights, reparations, and binding security guarantees -- or perish in a quagmire, points out Ambassador M K Bhadrakumar.

Kerala Gangster Hacked to Death: Four More Arrested

Kerala Gangster Hacked to Death: Four More Arrested

Rediff.com5 days ago

Four more people have been arrested in connection with the murder of a gangster in Puthiyakavu, Kerala, bringing the total number of arrests to eight. The victim, Athul, was murdered in broad daylight, and police suspect gang warfare as the motive.

'My Wife Didn't Want To Have Kids. I Respected Her Choice'

'My Wife Didn't Want To Have Kids. I Respected Her Choice'

Rediff.com7 days ago

Pune-based Atharva* tells us how he learned to accept and let go, choosing love over his desire to have children.

Security guard tackles Messi during Inter Miami match

Security guard tackles Messi during Inter Miami match

Rediff.com28 Feb 2026

Lionel Messi was accidentally tackled by a security guard during Inter Miami's friendly win over Independiente del Valle in Puerto Rico after a fan invaded the pitch.

Delhi Court Convicts Father and Son in Murder Case Over Rs 5,000 Loan

Delhi Court Convicts Father and Son in Murder Case Over Rs 5,000 Loan

Rediff.com5 Mar 2026

A Delhi court has convicted a man and his father for the murder of a youth in 2021, stemming from a dispute over a Rs 5,000 loan in the Welcome area of northeast Delhi.

Suryakumar Yadav Credits Wife Devisha's Honesty For Success

Suryakumar Yadav Credits Wife Devisha's Honesty For Success

Rediff.com3 days ago

Suryakumar Yadav credits his wife, Devisha, for her honest feedback and support, which he says was instrumental in his journey to playing for India and ultimately captaining the team to a T20 World Cup title.

Allies in India have been good actors: White House

Allies in India have been good actors: White House

Rediff.com11 Mar 2026

The US has temporarily permitted India to accept Russian oil already on ships to ensure energy supplies amid the conflict with Iran. This short-term measure is not expected to significantly benefit Russia financially.

Employee and Accomplices Nabbed in Rs 54 Lakh Chandni Chowk Theft

Employee and Accomplices Nabbed in Rs 54 Lakh Chandni Chowk Theft

Rediff.com7 Mar 2026

Delhi Police have arrested three men, including an employee of a jewellery trader, for allegedly fleeing with Rs 54 lakh in Chandni Chowk. The employee confessed to planning the theft with his accomplices.

Odisha: Three Drown After Holi Celebrations

Odisha: Three Drown After Holi Celebrations

Rediff.com4 Mar 2026

Three people, including a child, drowned in separate incidents in Odisha while bathing after Holi celebrations.

NHRC demands report on alleged assault and racial abuse of Manipuri woman in Delhi

NHRC demands report on alleged assault and racial abuse of Manipuri woman in Delhi

Rediff.com6 days ago

The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) has issued notices to Delhi and Gurugram authorities regarding separate incidents of alleged assault and a construction site collapse, respectively, seeking detailed reports within two weeks.

Boy Dies After Villagers Accuse Him of Goat Theft in Odisha

Boy Dies After Villagers Accuse Him of Goat Theft in Odisha

Rediff.com3 Mar 2026

A 14-year-old boy died and another was injured after being thrashed by villagers in Odisha's Mayurbhanj district on suspicion of goat theft. Police have arrested 12 people in connection with the incident.

Teenage Girl Found Dead at Kerala Residence

Teenage Girl Found Dead at Kerala Residence

Rediff.com3 Mar 2026

A 17-year-old girl was found dead at her residence in a village in Thiruvananthapuram district, Kerala. Police have registered a case and are investigating the circumstances surrounding her death.

Everyday Heroine: 'My Amma, My Real-Life Superwoman'

Everyday Heroine: 'My Amma, My Real-Life Superwoman'

Rediff.com11 Mar 2026

'My Amma taught me how important it is to understand people, to care about our community and to spend time with underprivileged children so that even a small moment of happiness can be shared with them,' says Rediff reader Zohra Ehsan Ashraf.