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Sunil Chhetri becomes ISL's all-time leading scorer!

Sunil Chhetri becomes ISL's all-time leading scorer!

Rediff.com29 Sep 2024

Table-toppers Bengaluru FC defeated Kolkata giants Mohun Bagan Super Giant 3-0 to continue their winning run in the ongoing Indian Super League in Bengaluru on Saturday.

Cocktail Recipes: Honky Tonk Woman, Elderflower Lemonade, Long Island Tea

Cocktail Recipes: Honky Tonk Woman, Elderflower Lemonade, Long Island Tea

Rediff.com29 Nov 2022

Raise a toast to vodka with these three interesting cocktail recipes.

India successfully flight tests 1,000 kg class glide bomb

India successfully flight tests 1,000 kg class glide bomb

Rediff.com13 Aug 2024

After being launched, the glide bomb steer towards the target using a highly accurate hybrid navigation scheme, the ministry said.

Adani opts out of US funding for Colombo Port project

Adani opts out of US funding for Colombo Port project

Rediff.com11 Dec 2024

Billionaire Gautam Adani's group has pulled out of a loan deal with a US agency to fund a port terminal in Sri Lanka, saying it will use its own resources for the project. In an exchange filing late on Tuesday, Adani Ports and Special Economic Zone Ltd (APSEZ) said the project "is on track for commissioning by early next year". "The project will be financed through the company's internal accruals and capital management plan," the firm said.

Manchester United captain detained on Greek island after brawl

Manchester United captain detained on Greek island after brawl

Rediff.com21 Aug 2020

The captain of British soccer club Manchester United was detained for questioning in the Greek island of Mykonos for assaulting officers after a brawl, Greek state TV ERT said.

On Ravana's Trail

On Ravana's Trail

Rediff.com10 Aug 2024

There is definitely much more to the mythical king than his ten heads and his abduction of Sita.

Which Is India's Most Peaceful Place?

Which Is India's Most Peaceful Place?

Rediff.com26 Sep 2024

Send in your pictures, Dear Reader!

Barbados Prepares For Hurricane Beryl

Barbados Prepares For Hurricane Beryl

Rediff.com1 Jul 2024

Hours after India's triumph in the T20 World Cup at the Kensington Oval in Bridgetown, Barbados and other islands in the West Indies prepared for the onslaught of the expected fury of Hurricane Beryl.

Sinking ferry passengers considered throwing kids into sea: CISF rescuers

Sinking ferry passengers considered throwing kids into sea: CISF rescuers

Rediff.com21 Dec 2024

A team of CISF marine commandos rescued dozens of passengers from a sinking tourist ferry off the Mumbai coast, preventing panicked parents from throwing their children into the sea. The commandos reached the accident site within minutes and prioritized rescuing children and other vulnerable passengers. They also administered CPR to several victims and helped recover belongings from the water.

Hrithik Roshan's Top 25 Songs

Hrithik Roshan's Top 25 Songs

Rediff.com14 Jan 2025

Sukanya Verma celebrates Hrithik Roshan's silver work anniversary with a playlist of 25 of his chartbusters.

Emotions Run Higher Than Usual On OTT

Emotions Run Higher Than Usual On OTT

Rediff.com23 Sep 2024

Emotions run high more than usual on OTT this week.

Lakshadweep tourism takes baby steps in 12 islands

Lakshadweep tourism takes baby steps in 12 islands

Rediff.com21 Jul 2018

If things go as planned, the Centre will develop 12 new Lakshadweep islands under its island development programme. But they will limit their access to 'high-end' serious adventure and fun tourists -- those who won't mind spending more than Rs 15,000 for a one-night stay in some of the world's most exotic and unexplored places.

Sri Lanka Votes For Next President

Sri Lanka Votes For Next President

Rediff.com21 Sep 2024

Glimpses from Sri Lanka's presidential election, the first polls since the island's economic crisis, in Colombo and Jaffna, September 21, 2024.

What To Watch On OTT This Week

What To Watch On OTT This Week

Rediff.com29 Nov 2024

Christmas romance, heists, thrillers, it's all there on OTT this week. Sukanya Verma lists her recommendations.

The Perfect Couple Review: Entertaining

The Perfect Couple Review: Entertaining

Rediff.com5 Sep 2024

The Perfect Couple has suspense, humour, romance and gorgeous visuals.

Olympics: Where's St Lucia? Alfred puts her country on the map

Olympics: Where's St Lucia? Alfred puts her country on the map

Rediff.com4 Aug 2024

It was Julien Alfred, from an island of 180,000 people, who stole the show in the women's 100m final at the Paris Olympics on Sunday.

Govt defends Great Nicobar project amid criticism, cites national interest

Govt defends Great Nicobar project amid criticism, cites national interest

Rediff.com26 Aug 2024

The central government's Great Nicobar development project, proposed around an unprecedented transhipment port, will be executed to keep environmental impact minimal, and is essential as it is of national importance, the government has said amid calls to abort the controversial project due to ecological concerns, the Centre said in an official statement.

FDI inflows in India cross $1 trillion

FDI inflows in India cross $1 trillion

Rediff.com8 Dec 2024

Foreign direct investment (FDI) inflows into India have crossed the $1 trillion milestone in the April 2000-September 2024 period, firmly establishing the country's reputation as a safe and key investment destination globally. According to data from the Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT), the cumulative amount of FDI, including equity, reinvested earnings and other capital, stood at $1,033.40 billion during the said period.

Bloody Ishq Review: We've Seen It All Before

Bloody Ishq Review: We've Seen It All Before

Rediff.com26 Jul 2024

Bloody Ishq comes off looking even more shoddy and ill-conceived when there is so much superior content to entertain the horror buff, observes Deepa Gahlot.

Women-only luxury island opening in Finland

Women-only luxury island opening in Finland

Rediff.com8 Mar 2018

Ever wondered what it would feel like to live on an island where only women lived? Come June this year, one won't need to think about it as it will become a reality, thanks to SuperShe island. Here's a look at the place where no men are allowed!

Indians Prefer Lakshadweep To Maldives

Indians Prefer Lakshadweep To Maldives

Rediff.com30 Aug 2024

Passenger traffic to Lakshadweep more than doubled from April to June this year.

India's Dating Trends For 2025

India's Dating Trends For 2025

Rediff.com12 Dec 2024

Busy daters will use AI tools to save time and avoid awkward conversations. Two in 10 daters turn to AI for unbiased relationship advice, predicts rediffGURU Ravi Mittal, CEO, Quack Quack, an online dating Web site.

East Coast or West Coast? Cricket venue dilemma for LA28

East Coast or West Coast? Cricket venue dilemma for LA28

Rediff.com28 Oct 2024

New York, on the East Coast, hosted several preliminary-round matches of the T20 World Cup earlier this year, which it co-hosted with the West Indies.

How To Combat Digital Crime Epidemic

How To Combat Digital Crime Epidemic

Rediff.com16 Nov 2024

The fundamental responsibility for preventing such crimes and for bringing the criminals to justice rests with the State, and it cannot abdicate that function.

Who will form next Maha govt? Stage set for counting today

Who will form next Maha govt? Stage set for counting today

Rediff.com23 Nov 2024

Counting of votes in the Maharashtra assembly elections will begin at 8 am on Saturday, with all eyes on the outcome of the battle between the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party-led Mahayuti coalition and the Maha Vikas Aghadi (MVA) alliance, which is seeking to make a comeback.

'Yaarana to continue': India, Maldives ink key pacts

'Yaarana to continue': India, Maldives ink key pacts

Rediff.com7 Oct 2024

India on Monday asserted that its friendly ties with the Maldives will continue as Prime Minister Narendra Modi and President Mohamed Muizzu unveiled a blueprint for comprehensive economic and maritime cooperation, signalling a reset of the relationship that had hit a rough patch last year due to anti-New Delhi rhetoric.

FBI thwarts Iranian plot to assassinate Trump; 2 held, 3 charged

FBI thwarts Iranian plot to assassinate Trump; 2 held, 3 charged

Rediff.com9 Nov 2024

Two individuals, Carlisle Rivera, 49, and Jonathon Loadholt, 36, were arrested from Brooklyn and Staten Island in New York on Thursday.

Two Indian Beaches You Never Heard Of

Two Indian Beaches You Never Heard Of

Rediff.com16 Apr 2024

Kalapathar beach, Havelock island. Anjarle beach, Maharashtra.

Mumbai traffic back on track after heavy rains, woman drowns

Mumbai traffic back on track after heavy rains, woman drowns

Rediff.com26 Sep 2024

The Mumbai civic body and police have advised all people in the city and surrounding areas to stay indoors as much as possible.

ISL: Mumbai City held by Odisha in entertaining draw

ISL: Mumbai City held by Odisha in entertaining draw

Rediff.com27 Oct 2024

Odisha FC and Mumbai City FC settled for a point each in a fast-paced and gritty 1-1 draw in their Indian Super League (ISL) match in Mumbai on Sunday.

2025: 13 Least Explored Places In India

2025: 13 Least Explored Places In India

Rediff.com8 Jan 2025

A list of lesser-travelled destinations in India that you must explore this year!

ICC to move Champions Trophy out of Pakistan?

ICC to move Champions Trophy out of Pakistan?

Rediff.com9 Oct 2024

It is believed that India is unlikely to get the government's clearance to travel to Pakistan for the Champions Trophy.

GST Gamed For Rs 81,875 cr, Finds Report

GST Gamed For Rs 81,875 cr, Finds Report

Rediff.com16 Sep 2024

The highest-ever goods and services tax (GST) evasion has been done by the online money gaming industry.

Maldives Prez Muizzu speaks on 'India Out' agenda

Maldives Prez Muizzu speaks on 'India Out' agenda

Rediff.com27 Sep 2024

The ties between India and the Maldives came under severe strain since November last year when Muizzu, known for his pro-China leanings, took charge as Maldivian president.

Colour Bollywood Is Rocking These Days

Colour Bollywood Is Rocking These Days

Rediff.com17 Oct 2024

Every season, there's a hot colour that every celeb endorses and it seems that lately, it's white.

The Gorgeous Athiya Shetty

The Gorgeous Athiya Shetty

Rediff.com22 Oct 2024

Shriya wins Best Actor...beautiful things are happening for Raashii... Dulquer is back!

FDI from Cayman Islands to India jumps three-fold

FDI from Cayman Islands to India jumps three-fold

Rediff.com9 Jun 2020

Similarly, FDI from Cyprus too increased by about three-times to $879 million in the last financial year from $296 million in 2018-19.

FDI inflows jump 47.8% to $16.17 bn in Q1

FDI inflows jump 47.8% to $16.17 bn in Q1

Rediff.com3 Sep 2024

Foreign direct investment in India jumped 47.8 per cent to $16.17 billion in April-June this fiscal on healthy inflows in services, computer, telecom and pharma sectors, according to government data. FDI inflows were at $10.94 billion in April-June 2023-24. The data showed that overseas inflows in May rose to $5.85 billion and in June to $5.41 billion from $2.67 billion and $3.16 billion, respectively, in the year-ago period.

Swaminarayan temple in US vandalised; India reacts sharply

Swaminarayan temple in US vandalised; India reacts sharply

Rediff.com17 Sep 2024

According to footage shared online, expletives have been sprayed on the road and the signage outside the temple. The temple is expected to hold a prayer meeting later in the afternoon following the incident.

US sanctions 2 Indians for alleged links to Houthis

US sanctions 2 Indians for alleged links to Houthis

Rediff.com18 Oct 2024

The 18 companies sanctioned include Marshall Islands-registered Changtai Shipping and Motionavigations Limited and UAE-based Indo Gulf Ship Management.