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Dharmendra Pradhan Advocates for 'Mahakal Standard Time'

Dharmendra Pradhan Advocates for 'Mahakal Standard Time'

Rediff.com7 Apr 2026

Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan advocates for the establishment of 'Mahakal Standard Time' based on Ujjain's historical significance in time calculation, challenging the dominance of Greenwich Mean Time.

Army, BSF jawans acquitted in 2015 espionage case over probe lapses

Army, BSF jawans acquitted in 2015 espionage case over probe lapses

Rediff.com24 May 2026

A Delhi court recently acquitted five accused, including an army personnel and a Border Security Force personnel, in an espionage case. While acquitting the accused persons, the court flagged serious lapses in the investigation.

How RCB Cultivated A Winning 'Hunter Mindset' In IPL

How RCB Cultivated A Winning 'Hunter Mindset' In IPL

Rediff.com19 May 2026

Royal Challengers Bengaluru's director of cricket, Mo Bobat, attributes the team's IPL success to a 'hunter mindset' that prevents complacency after their previous trophy win. This psychological shift has been key to maintaining motivation and focus.

10 Eternal Raj Kapoor-Shankar-Jaikishan Soundtracks

10 Eternal Raj Kapoor-Shankar-Jaikishan Soundtracks

Rediff.com2 Jun 2026

On Raj Kapoor's 38th death anniversary on June 2, 10 soundtracks that reflect the creative crescendos scaled by RK and his musical team.

'This Isn't Day One Of AI; It Is Hour One'

'This Isn't Day One Of AI; It Is Hour One'

Rediff.com20 Feb 2026

'When a technology is this fundamental, a country should have its own version of it, rather than relying on whether someone else chooses to build it for you.'

Pro-Kannada protest targets Guv over 'Hindi bias', demand recall

Pro-Kannada protest targets Guv over 'Hindi bias', demand recall

Rediff.com7 Apr 2026

A pro-Kannada organisation protested against the Governor of Karnataka over a letter asking the state government to reconsider its decision to replace the marks system with a grading system for the third language in the SSLC exam.

Red Hat software in 13 Indian languages

Red Hat software in 13 Indian languages

Rediff.com8 Dec 2004

Champion of open source, Red Hat will launch interface in five Indian languages commercially in February and in next 15 months it will cover 13 languages.

RR's IPL 2026 season on brink ahead of must-win LSG clash

RR's IPL 2026 season on brink ahead of must-win LSG clash

Rediff.com18 May 2026

Rajasthan Royals face Lucknow Super Giants in a crucial IPL match, needing an all-round improvement to keep their playoff hopes alive. The Royals must address batting collapses and fielding errors to secure a vital win.

Dragon: 10 Reasons Why We Are Excited For Jr NTR's Next

Dragon: 10 Reasons Why We Are Excited For Jr NTR's Next

Rediff.com25 May 2026

Prashanth Neel's Dragon promises a sprawling mass action spectacle with its gritty world-building, intriguing historical backstory, and Jr NTR's ferocious transformation as 'Luger'.

The Met Gala And Sudha Reddy's Rs 142 Crore Necklace...

The Met Gala And Sudha Reddy's Rs 142 Crore Necklace...

Rediff.com5 May 2026

Billionaire philanthropist Sudha Reddy walked the Met Gala red carpet in a stunning outfit and an even more stunning necklace.

The Met Gala And Sudha Reddy's Rs 142 Crore Necklace...

The Met Gala And Sudha Reddy's Rs 142 Crore Necklace...

Rediff.com5 May 2026

Billionaire philanthropist Sudha Reddy walked the Met Gala red carpet in a stunning outfit and an even more stunning necklace.

Union minister Pradhan wants Mahakal Standard Time to replace GMT

Union minister Pradhan wants Mahakal Standard Time to replace GMT

Rediff.com3 Apr 2026

Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan has advocated for the establishment of 'Mahakal Standard Time' (MST), citing Ujjain's historical significance as a centre for time calculation and astronomy.

Isha Ambani Wore 1,000 Diamonds To The Met Gala And It Still Wasn't Enough!

Isha Ambani Wore 1,000 Diamonds To The Met Gala And It Still Wasn't Enough!

Rediff.com5 May 2026

At the 2026 Met Gala, Isha Ambani didn't just shine but practically rewrote the red carpet rulebook wearing Gaurav Gupta.

Trump's Language Of Fascism

Trump's Language Of Fascism

Rediff.com8 Dec 2025

'Non-compatible with Western Civilization' is about as vague and jingoistic as it gets and Trump saying this gives full license to his acolytes to go full throttle on making life as difficult and scary as possible for as many non-white people as possible,' notes Sree Sreenivasan.

Kyle Jamieson penalised for fiery send-off to Sooryavanshi

Kyle Jamieson penalised for fiery send-off to Sooryavanshi

Rediff.com2 May 2026

Delhi Capitals' Kyle Jamieson has been penalised with a demerit point for his aggressive send-off to Rajasthan Royals' Vaibhav Sooryavanshi during their IPL match in Jaipur.

Soon, Google content in local Indian languages

Soon, Google content in local Indian languages

Rediff.com4 Nov 2014

The project, called e-basha, is a critical part of the ambitious Digital India programme.

IPL 2026 Preview, MI vs KKR: Can Mumbai Indians break 'opening match jinx' against KKR?

IPL 2026 Preview, MI vs KKR: Can Mumbai Indians break 'opening match jinx' against KKR?

Rediff.com28 Mar 2026

Mumbai Indians will begin their quest to end a five-year title drought in the Indian Premier League against a depleted Kolkata Knight Riders side.

IPL 2026: Why Rohit Walked Off Retired Hurt Against RCB

IPL 2026: Why Rohit Walked Off Retired Hurt Against RCB

Rediff.com13 Apr 2026

Rohit Sharma suffered a hamstring injury scare during Mumbai Indians' chase, receiving on-field treatment before returning to bat with a strapped thigh.

Can Starc Stop Sooryavanshi In Crucial IPL 2026 Clash?

Can Starc Stop Sooryavanshi In Crucial IPL 2026 Clash?

Rediff.com16 May 2026

Rajasthan Royals and Delhi Capitals face off in a crucial IPL match with significant playoff implications, highlighting the anticipated battle between Vaibhav Sooryavanshi's aggressive batting and Mitchell Starc's seam bowling.

IPL 2026, CSK vs SRH: Chennai Super Kings, Sunrisers Hyderabad battle for playoff berth

IPL 2026, CSK vs SRH: Chennai Super Kings, Sunrisers Hyderabad battle for playoff berth

Rediff.com17 May 2026

Chennai Super Kings and Sunrisers Hyderabad face off in a crucial IPL match with playoff qualification at stake. Both teams need a win to boost their chances of reaching the knockouts.

10 Movies That Play Out in a Single Day

10 Movies That Play Out in a Single Day

Rediff.com22 Apr 2026

Explore a curated list of 10 Indian films that masterfully condense their narratives into a single day, showcasing how limited timelines can enhance storytelling and character development, from thrillers like 'NH10' and 'Kaithi' to comedies like 'Taxi No 9211'.

'Whole World Is Waiting To Watch Ramayana'

'Whole World Is Waiting To Watch Ramayana'

Rediff.com2 May 2026

Actor Aadinath Kothare, set to appear as Bharat in Nitesh Tiwari's highly anticipated Ramayana, believes the film is a game-changer for Indian cinema on the global stage.

Pixxel And Sarvam Partner To Launch Orbital Data Centre

Pixxel And Sarvam Partner To Launch Orbital Data Centre

Rediff.com4 May 2026

US-Indian space company Pixxel has partnered with Bengaluru-based artificial intelligence firm Sarvam to build an orbital data centre satellite.

India Hires Foreign Wrestling Coaches For Asian Games Prep

India Hires Foreign Wrestling Coaches For Asian Games Prep

Rediff.com21 Apr 2026

The Wrestling Federation of India has appointed three foreign coaches and a High Performance Director to enhance national camps in preparation for the Asian Games and the 2028 Olympics.

IPL 2026: GT eye top 4 spot as RR fight to stop slide

IPL 2026: GT eye top 4 spot as RR fight to stop slide

Rediff.com8 May 2026

Gujarat Titans will be determined to continue their winning streak and leapfrog Rajasthan Royals in their mid-table Indian Premier League clash.

KKR's spin threat awaits inconsistent RCB in playoff race

KKR's spin threat awaits inconsistent RCB in playoff race

Rediff.com13 May 2026

Royal Challengers Bengaluru will aim to rediscover their batting form against Kolkata Knight Riders, whose in-form bowling attack has revived their IPL 2026 playoff hopes.

Before Drishyam 3, Ranking Jeethu Joseph's Thrillers

Before Drishyam 3, Ranking Jeethu Joseph's Thrillers

Rediff.com20 May 2026

From the genius of Drishyam to the misfires of Mirage, here's ranking every Malayalam thriller directed by Jeethu Joseph before Georgekutty returns in Drishyam 3.

IPL 2026: CSK And MI Fight For Survival

IPL 2026: CSK And MI Fight For Survival

Rediff.com1 May 2026

Chennai Super Kings and Mumbai Indians, both struggling in the IPL 2026 season, face a crucial match in Chennai to keep their playoff hopes alive.

IPL 2026: Playoff race intensifies as GT host SRH

IPL 2026: Playoff race intensifies as GT host SRH

Rediff.com11 May 2026

Sunrisers Hyderabad and Gujarat Titans prepare for a critical IPL showdown that could prove pivotal in shaping the playoff race.

RSP Unhappy With Congress Over Kerala CM Selection Delay

RSP Unhappy With Congress Over Kerala CM Selection Delay

Rediff.com13 May 2026

The Revolutionary Socialist Party (RSP), a key ally in the United Democratic Front (UDF) coalition, has voiced its discontent with the Congress party over the prolonged delay in selecting a Chief Minister for Kerala, describing the situation as a 'political uncertainty' that is 'unfortunate'.

Is English killing other Indian languages?

Is English killing other Indian languages?

Rediff.com14 Mar 2006

Message Board on whether English is killing our thirst for knowledge.

Don't judge people by caste, wealth or language: Bhagwat

Don't judge people by caste, wealth or language: Bhagwat

Rediff.com31 Dec 2025

RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat emphasized the importance of social harmony, environmental responsibility, and national unity, urging people to rise above divisions and work collectively for the betterment of society and the nation.

AI Democracy Needs India: OpenAI

AI Democracy Needs India: OpenAI

Rediff.com20 Feb 2026

'This is a technology that will particularly benefit those who want to take agency over it'.

IPL 2026, PBKS vs DC: Punjab Kings eye course correction vs struggling Delhi Capitals

IPL 2026, PBKS vs DC: Punjab Kings eye course correction vs struggling Delhi Capitals

Rediff.com10 May 2026

Punjab Kings are looking to turn their fortunes around as they host Delhi Capitals in Dharamsala. After recent defeats, Punjab aims to improve their performance in all areas. Meanwhile, Delhi Capitals, struggling with form, are looking ahead to the next season.

IPL 2026: Inconsistent KKR fight to stay alive as GT chase top-two finish

IPL 2026: Inconsistent KKR fight to stay alive as GT chase top-two finish

Rediff.com15 May 2026

Back home after nearly a month on the road and with their campaign hanging by a thread, Kolkata Knight Riders will look to stay alive in the IPL when they face a rampaging Gujarat Titans side chasing a top-two finish in Kolkata on Saturday.

What BJP's Historic Bengal Win Means For India

What BJP's Historic Bengal Win Means For India

Rediff.com4 May 2026

Hopefully, the BJP will realise that it's the right time for parivartan (change) in its polarising poll strategies after achieving the impossible-looking goal of winning West Bengal, argues Sheela Bhatt.

What Satya Nadella's Leadership Style Teaches Us

What Satya Nadella's Leadership Style Teaches Us

Rediff.com20 May 2026

A leader can spend authority on themselves -- on appearing decisive, on appearing in control, on appearing irreplaceable. Or they can spend it on the people around them -- on giving them the ball back, on creating conditions in which other people's confidence and capability can grow. Over a long enough horizon, the second compounds in a way the first never does. And that's exactly what Microsoft Chairman and CEO Satya Nadella has done.

IPL 2026, CSK vs LSG: Chennai seek play-off push vs struggling Lucknow

IPL 2026, CSK vs LSG: Chennai seek play-off push vs struggling Lucknow

Rediff.com9 May 2026

Chennai Super Kings will aim to boost their playoff chances as they take on Lucknow Super Giants in a crucial Indian Premier League match. CSK's campaign has been inconsistent, while LSG are struggling at the bottom of the table.

CSK vs DC face must-win battle in IPL 2026

CSK vs DC face must-win battle in IPL 2026

Rediff.com4 May 2026

Delhi Capitals and Chennai Super Kings, both with eight points from nine games, face off in a crucial IPL match in Delhi. Both teams need a win to stay in contention for the playoffs.

IPL 2026, GT vs PBKS: Punjab Kings have task cut out against Gujarat Titans

IPL 2026, GT vs PBKS: Punjab Kings have task cut out against Gujarat Titans

Rediff.com2 May 2026

Punjab Kings will aim to recover from their first defeat of the season when they face Gujarat Titans in the Indian Premier League. Gujarat Titans, on a two-game winning streak, will be looking to continue their momentum.