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Miss These 10 Days, Lose 55% Of Your Wealth

Miss These 10 Days, Lose 55% Of Your Wealth

Rediff.com15 Sep 2026

What happens to my money if the market falls off a cliff tomorrow? Sandipan Roy, CIO, Motilal Oswal Private Wealth has the answer.

Will Australia change their batting order after Durban win?

Will Australia change their batting order after Durban win?

Rediff.com15 Oct 2026

Australia's cricket coach Andrew McDonald indicated that selectors remain open to further changes in the batting order for the second Test against South Africa, depending on the pitch conditions in Gqeberha. This follows a successful, albeit surprising, lineup in the first Test where Nic Maddinson opened and Matt Renshaw excelled at number five. While former captain Steve Waugh urged consistency, McDonald emphasised the panel's flexible approach. The team is also monitoring the fitness of Cameron Green and Josh Inglis.

'Nanaji Cooked Mutton For Us With So Much Love'

'Nanaji Cooked Mutton For Us With So Much Love'

Rediff.com8 Oct 2026

Olympic medallist Gagan Narang has paid an emotional tribute to fellow shooter Nana Patekar, who passed away in Goa, remembering him as 'a dear friend and a truly great human being' who deeply loved the sport.

Missed Filing Income Tax Return? Read This

Missed Filing Income Tax Return? Read This

Rediff.com12 Aug 2026

A delayed ITR could prompt greater scrutiny, document requests or processing delays.

Missing medical student found begging in Mumbai after 47 days; rescued

Missing medical student found begging in Mumbai after 47 days; rescued

Rediff.com24 May 2026

Mumbai police rescued a 25-year-old medical student from Nanded who had been missing for 47 days and was found begging on the streets due to mental health issues.

Asian Games Gold Medallist Sujeet Kalkal Eyes 2028 Olympics Gold

Asian Games Gold Medallist Sujeet Kalkal Eyes 2028 Olympics Gold

Rediff.com7 Oct 2026

Asian Games gold medallist Sujeet Kalkal is focusing on improving his ground game, identified by coaches as a crucial area for his 2028 Los Angeles Olympics aspirations.

Lawyer Killed In Property Dispute In Prayagraj

Lawyer Killed In Property Dispute In Prayagraj

Rediff.com15 Oct 2026

A 52-year-old lawyer and college lab attendant, Satish Kumar Srivastava, was allegedly shot dead in Prayagraj by another advocate, Devendra Nath Mishra, on Thursday. The incident occurred during an altercation over a disputed Nazul land. Police have taken some individuals into custody and are investigating, with an FIR registered against Mishra and others.

Househelp Suspected In Retired IAS Officer's Brutal Murder

Househelp Suspected In Retired IAS Officer's Brutal Murder

Rediff.com30 Sep 2026

A retired 70-year-old IAS officer, Rakesh Agarwal, was found dead with his throat slit at his Bhopal residence. Police suspect his househelp, Varun, who joined two days prior and is now missing. Chief Minister Mohan Yadav has assured strict action, while the Congress party has criticised the state's law and order situation following the incident.

Househelp Suspected In Retired IAS Officer's Brutal Murder

Househelp Suspected In Retired IAS Officer's Brutal Murder

Rediff.com30 Sep 2026

A retired 70-year-old IAS officer, Rakesh Agarwal, was found dead with his throat slit at his Bhopal residence. Police suspect his househelp, Varun, who joined two days prior and is now missing. Chief Minister Mohan Yadav has assured strict action, while the Congress party has criticised the state's law and order situation following the incident.

Househelp Suspected In Retired IAS Officer's Brutal Murder

Househelp Suspected In Retired IAS Officer's Brutal Murder

Rediff.com30 Sep 2026

A retired 70-year-old IAS officer, Rakesh Agarwal, was found dead with his throat slit at his Bhopal residence. Police suspect his househelp, Varun, who joined two days prior and is now missing. Chief Minister Mohan Yadav has assured strict action, while the Congress party has criticised the state's law and order situation following the incident.

Police Probe Murder Of Retired IAS Officer In Bhopal, Househelp Suspected

Police Probe Murder Of Retired IAS Officer In Bhopal, Househelp Suspected

Rediff.com30 Sep 2026

A 70-year-old retired IAS officer, Rakesh Agarwal, was found dead with his throat slit at his home in Bhopal. Police suspect his househelp, who has been missing since the incident. Chief Minister Mohan Yadav has condemned the killing and assured swift action, while the opposition has criticised the state's law and order situation.

6 drown to death in Karnataka lake, probe on

6 drown to death in Karnataka lake, probe on

Rediff.com26 Aug 2026

Six bodies, including those of four women and two boys, were discovered floating in Bhutnal Lake in Vijayapura, Karnataka. Police are investigating the mysterious circumstances surrounding the deaths, considering possibilities like accidental drowning or suicide, and are checking missing persons reports.

European Football Unites For Nepal Flood Victims

European Football Unites For Nepal Flood Victims

Rediff.com7 Sep 2026

European football's governing body, UEFA, announced a moment of silence and a solidarity banner at all Champions League matches this week to support victims of devastating flash floods in Nepal, where the death toll has risen and thousands remain missing.

Top Athletes Eye Records And Comebacks At National Open Athletics

Top Athletes Eye Records And Comebacks At National Open Athletics

Rediff.com7 Oct 2026

The 65th National Open Athletics Championships begins on Thursday in New Delhi, featuring hammer thrower Nirbhay Choudhary aiming to improve his national record and sprinter Manikanta Hoblidhar making a comeback from injury. Other prominent athletes like race walker Servin Sebastian, Olympians Paramjeet Singh Bisht and Suraj Panwar, and long-distance runner Abhishek Pal are also set to compete, alongside several Asian Games medallists.

Ex-Security Guard Accused In Hyderabad Girl's Kidnapping, Murder

Ex-Security Guard Accused In Hyderabad Girl's Kidnapping, Murder

Rediff.com11 Oct 2026

A five-year-old girl was kidnapped and found murdered in a Hyderabad gated community. Police suspect a recently dismissed security guard, Vikram, who allegedly demanded a Rs 20 lakh ransom from the girl's family. The girl's body was discovered in a clubhouse cellar with her hands and legs tied. Police are actively searching for the absconding suspect.

Can Anurag Gupta Turn Fashion Into Real Change?

Can Anurag Gupta Turn Fashion Into Real Change?

Rediff.com16 Oct 2026

For generations, women in Bishkhor, Uttar Pradesh, have lived with stigma and limited choices. Designer Anurag Gupta hopes to help change that narrative, one livelihood at a time.

Manipur tense as fresh violence claims 9 lives; CM calls for restraint

Manipur tense as fresh violence claims 9 lives; CM calls for restraint

Rediff.com11 Oct 2026

Nine people have been killed in fresh clashes between two communities in Manipur's hill districts of Kamjong, Ukhrul, and Kangpokpi. Chief Minister Y Khemchand Singh has appealed for peace and restraint, and additional security forces have been deployed. The violence began on Friday night with the killing of a woman, leading to further attacks and exchanges of fire. This comes after earlier ethnic violence in the state that killed over 300 people.

Salman Khan: 'If You Want To Make A Comedy On My Life...'

Salman Khan: 'If You Want To Make A Comedy On My Life...'

Rediff.com15 Oct 2026

'...then David Dhawan. If you want to make a traditional, tragic love story, it would be Sanjay Leela Bhansali.' 'If you want to make this beautiful love story after love story, it would be Sooraj Barjatya, and if you want to make an action kind of love story, then Kabir Khan.' 'All the things that have happened in my life.'

WATCH: Nana Patekar's Son Conducts Last Rites

WATCH: Nana Patekar's Son Conducts Last Rites

Rediff.com9 Oct 2026

'I have lost not merely an exceptional artist, but an extraordinary human being and a dear friend, someone whose warmth and affection touched everyone around him. We spoke just eight days ago. I could never have imagined that it would be our last conversation.'

Manipur ambush kills 3 Meitei men, sparks protests at CM's residence

Manipur ambush kills 3 Meitei men, sparks protests at CM's residence

Rediff.com6 days ago

Militants ambushed 14 Meitei men in Manipur on Monday, killing three and injuring three others. The attack, which occurred in the Sunurok hills, sparked widespread protests in Imphal, with locals placing bodies outside the Chief Minister's residence. Police used tear gas to disperse protesters. Chief Minister Y Khemchand Singh condemned the killings and held security review meetings, while the opposition Congress demanded his resignation, citing the state's ongoing ethnic violence since May 2023. Security forces have launched a combing operation with drones and sniffer dogs.

Missing Mirzapur Youth Found Dead On Riverbank

Missing Mirzapur Youth Found Dead On Riverbank

Rediff.com28 Apr 2026

The body of a 19-year-old youth, who had been missing for three days, was discovered on the banks of the Karnavati river in Mirzapur, Uttar Pradesh. Police have launched an investigation into the death.

12 Reasons To Love Ireland

12 Reasons To Love Ireland

Rediff.com16 Oct 2026

And plan your trip to the Republic.

China mobilises forces for Tibet-Nepal border flood rescue

China mobilises forces for Tibet-Nepal border flood rescue

Rediff.com26 Aug 2026

Chinese President Xi Jinping has ordered extensive rescue operations following devastating flash floods and mudslides near the China-Nepal border in Tibet. The disaster has caused heavy casualties, left nearly 400 people missing, including 105 Indians and 37 NRIs, and damaged infrastructure. Emergency teams have been deployed, and efforts are underway to evacuate residents and provide medical aid.

UK AI Minister Kanishka Narayan Issues Stark Warning On Cyber Risks

UK AI Minister Kanishka Narayan Issues Stark Warning On Cyber Risks

Rediff.com12 Oct 2026

Britain's AI Minister, Kanishka Narayan, issued a strong warning on Monday about the growing risks posed by artificial intelligence to cyber defences. He highlighted the potential for serious consequences from autonomous AI systems and announced new government measures, including a 'National Cyber Action Plan', to bolster the UK's resilience against cyber-attacks.

Indian Expat's Dismembered Body Found In Car Boot In Sharjah

Indian Expat's Dismembered Body Found In Car Boot In Sharjah

Rediff.com23 Sep 2026

An Indian expat from Udupi, Alwin Prakash Kunder, was allegedly murdered in Sharjah, UAE, with his dismembered body found in his car. His family grew suspicious after unusual messages and a missing person report led to the discovery. Udupi police are now assisting the family in coordinating with UAE authorities for the investigation.

Object is to get people to vote: Bombay HC raps EC for rejecting Form 8

Object is to get people to vote: Bombay HC raps EC for rejecting Form 8

Rediff.com1 Oct 2026

The Bombay High Court's Goa bench has criticised the Election Commission of India (ECI) for rejecting voter registration forms (Form 8s) during a Special Intensive Revision (SIR) process. The court emphasised that the ECI's primary objective is to ensure citizens can cast votes and that rejecting forms, even if incorrectly submitted, goes against this principle. The case arose from a petition by a family whose names were deleted from the voters' list after their Form 8s for address change were rejected.

Asian Games: Sarvesh Kushare, Ancy Sojan win silver medals

Asian Games: Sarvesh Kushare, Ancy Sojan win silver medals

Rediff.com27 Sep 2026

India's Sarvesh Kushare and Ancy Sojan secured silver medals in men's high jump and women's long jump, respectively, at the Asian Games. Parul Chaudhary added a bronze in the women's 3000m steeplechase, marking a strong day for Indian athletics.

How youth dodge barricades, diversions to reach Delhi protest site

How youth dodge barricades, diversions to reach Delhi protest site

Rediff.com10 Oct 2026

Citizens in Delhi faced significant restrictions and detentions on Saturday while attempting to protest alleged irregularities in voter rolls. Despite barricades, metro closures, and vehicle diversions, individuals found various ways to reach central Delhi, determined to voice their concerns about the electoral process and fundamental rights.

Why Gavaskar was disappointed with Rohit's 92

Why Gavaskar was disappointed with Rohit's 92

Rediff.com4 Oct 2026

Legendary Indian cricketer Sunil Gavaskar expressed his disappointment over Rohit Sharma missing a century against West Indies, wishing for Rohit to achieve more ODI hundreds than his age by the time he retires. Gavaskar also highlighted a significant shift in Rohit's batting approach since the 2023 ODI World Cup, where he now prioritizes preserving his wicket and converting starts into big scores, benefiting the team's scoring rate and shielding him from criticism.

Wayanad landslide: NDRF, fire teams intensify river search for missing man

Wayanad landslide: NDRF, fire teams intensify river search for missing man

Rediff.com11 Jul 2026

National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) and Fire and Rescue teams on Saturday intensified search operations along the Meenachipuzha river to trace the lone missing person, Vikram Rana, as rescue efforts entered the fifth day following the Wayanad landslide.

How Neeru Dhanda Overcame Adversity For Asian Games Gold

How Neeru Dhanda Overcame Adversity For Asian Games Gold

Rediff.com30 Sep 2026

Indian shooter Neeru Dhanda secured back-to-back gold medals at the Asian Games, triumphing in the women's trap and mixed team events despite battling fatigue, illness, and challenging weather conditions. Her remarkable resilience and focus, coupled with a women's team silver, made her a standout performer for India.

'Best For Investors To Miss India IT Bus'

'Best For Investors To Miss India IT Bus'

Rediff.com10 Aug 2026

'...as we believe with the adoption of AI, our IT services companies' revenue models will have to undergo a reset, which may in turn impact their potential for earnings growth.'

Nepal tragedy: Death toll hits 1,252 as fresh flood risks loom

Nepal tragedy: Death toll hits 1,252 as fresh flood risks loom

Rediff.com3 Sep 2026

The death toll from devastating flash floods in Nepal has surged to 1,252, with more bodies recovered and fresh flood risks emerging due to continuous rainfall in the Bhotekoshi River's upstream areas. The disaster, triggered by an ice-rock avalanche, has also left 4,875 people missing and prompted calls to address climate change's impact on the Himalayan region.

Father's 30-year-old gun helps Kynan Chenai strike Asian Games gold

Father's 30-year-old gun helps Kynan Chenai strike Asian Games gold

Rediff.com30 Sep 2026

Indian shooter Kynan Chenai secured a trap mixed team gold at the Asian Games, attributing his success to a 30-year-old gun barrel borrowed from his father, Darius. This vintage barrel, which helped his father win national championships, proved to be Kynan's lucky charm, and he has no plans of returning it. The article also details his performance alongside Neeru Dhanda and his father's continued mentorship.

Suruchi And Kamaljeet's Golden Redemption At Asian Games

Suruchi And Kamaljeet's Golden Redemption At Asian Games

Rediff.com25 Sep 2026

Indian shooters Suruchi Inder Singh and Kamaljeet overcame initial disappointments at the Asian Games to clinch India's first shooting gold medal in the 10m air pistol mixed team event. Both athletes had faced setbacks in their individual qualifications but rallied together, setting a Games and Asian record score of 484.6 to defeat South Korea. Their victory marks a significant turnaround and a testament to their resilience and teamwork.

'Drunk men all around': Last call by Assam woman found dead in Andhra

'Drunk men all around': Last call by Assam woman found dead in Andhra

Rediff.com9 Oct 2026

A tragic incident has unfolded as an Assam woman, Himashree Boro, was found dead near railway tracks in Andhra Pradesh, prompting her family to allege murder and question railway safety and RPF response after she reported feeling unsafe on the train.

'I Wanted To Quit Boxing': Lovlina's Big Reveal After Asian Games Gold

'I Wanted To Quit Boxing': Lovlina's Big Reveal After Asian Games Gold

Rediff.com2 Oct 2026

Lovlina Borgohain, who had considered retiring after the Paris Olympics, clinched her maiden Asian Games gold medal in boxing, defeating China's Ziyi Bao 5-0 in the 75kg final.

Indian Archers Dominate Asian Games Qualification Rounds

Indian Archers Dominate Asian Games Qualification Rounds

Rediff.com26 Sep 2026

Indian archers Dhiraj Bommadevara and Chikitha Taniparthi delivered exceptional performances at the Asian Games archery qualification, topping individual recurve and compound events respectively. Their strong showing also secured high team seedings, setting India up for a promising medal hunt, especially in compound events where they are defending champions.

'If Hardik Pandya Wants To Play In 2027 World Cup Then He Must Bowl 10 Overs'

'If Hardik Pandya Wants To Play In 2027 World Cup Then He Must Bowl 10 Overs'

Rediff.com9 Oct 2026

India trainer Ramji Srinivasan has issued a clear mandate to Hardik Pandya, stating that the all-rounder must regain full fitness and significantly increase his bowling workload to be considered for the 2027 ODI World Cup, following a prolonged absence due to multiple injuries.

Nepal flood toll reaches 939; over 10,000 rescued so far

Nepal flood toll reaches 939; over 10,000 rescued so far

Rediff.com31 Aug 2026

The death toll from devastating flash floods in Nepal has tragically risen to 903, with 4,247 people still reported missing, including security personnel and foreigners. India has dispatched an 18-member team of forensic experts to assist with DNA analysis and identification of victims.