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Power wars hit Indian boxing in 2025 but new World Champs rise

Power wars hit Indian boxing in 2025 but new World Champs rise

Rediff.com27 Dec 2025

The year began on an unusually dull note with boxers absent from most international competition in the aftermath of a medal-less Olympic campaign.

Court seeks response from Sonia Gandhi on plea over electoral roll case

Court seeks response from Sonia Gandhi on plea over electoral roll case

Rediff.com9 Dec 2025

A Delhi court has sought responses from Sonia Gandhi and the police on a plea challenging a magistrate's order refusing a probe into allegations that she was included in electoral rolls before acquiring Indian citizenship.

Impeachment motion against Justice Varma in next Parl session

Impeachment motion against Justice Varma in next Parl session

Rediff.com3 Jun 2025

Government sources on Tuesday said Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju has begun consultations as part of efforts to get leaders of different parties on board for the impeachment motion against Varma following his indictment by a three-member probe committee constituted by the Supreme Court.

'You Taught Cinema Should Never Apologise...'

'You Taught Cinema Should Never Apologise...'

Rediff.com19 Dec 2025

'You were one of my favourite directors who made Indian cinema feel fearless, impolite, and alive. If Dhurandhar has even a fraction of that DNA, it's because your films whispered (sometimes screamed) in my head while I was writing and directing it.'

Meet The Galaxy Tab A11+: Samsung's Latest Budget Tab For India

Meet The Galaxy Tab A11+: Samsung's Latest Budget Tab For India

Rediff.com5 Dec 2025

Samsung's new Galaxy Tab A11+ arrives with clever on-device smarts, a large 11-inch screen and a polished aluminium finish -- all crafted to make everyday tasks feel lighter, quicker, and far more delightful.

Cash row: Govt mulls impeachment motion against Justice Varma

Cash row: Govt mulls impeachment motion against Justice Varma

Rediff.com28 May 2025

The Union government is considering an impeachment motion against Allahabad High Court judge Yashwant Varma, who was indicted by a Supreme Court-appointed probe panel after burnt cash was found at his residence. The government is likely to consult with opposition parties before moving forward with the motion, which would require a two-thirds majority vote in Parliament.

Avatar: Fire And Ash Review: Predictable

Avatar: Fire And Ash Review: Predictable

Rediff.com19 Dec 2025

Avatar: Fire And Ash is visually stunning and emotionally engaging, offering strong performances and thrilling action, notes Syed Firdaus Ashraf.

Why Were Aditi, Mrunal, Urvashi Honoured?

Why Were Aditi, Mrunal, Urvashi Honoured?

Rediff.com8 Dec 2025

Why did Lifestyle Asia magazine honour these Bollywood personalities?

Akhanda 2 Review: Barely Watchable

Akhanda 2 Review: Barely Watchable

Rediff.com12 Dec 2025

Akhanda 2: Thandavam may appeal to Nandamuri Balakrishna's fans and will be a madcap awakening for those uninitiated in Boyapati Sreenu's no goofball ideas in constructing action, notes Arjun Menon.

Congress MP moves adjournment notice over Sanchar Saathi app

Congress MP moves adjournment notice over Sanchar Saathi app

Rediff.com2 Dec 2025

Congress MP Renuka Chowdhury has filed an adjournment motion in the Rajya Sabha to discuss the government's directive on pre-installation of the Sanchar Saathi App in new mobile handsets, citing privacy concerns.

US court reverses $1 bn damages against Byju

US court reverses $1 bn damages against Byju

Rediff.com10 Dec 2025

A US bankruptcy court has reversed a $1 billion damages ruling against Byju Raveendran, according to a statement from the founders of Think and Learn Pvt Ltd - the parent firm of ed-tech platform Byju's.

Can Sitting Cross Legged Cause Knee Pain?

Can Sitting Cross Legged Cause Knee Pain?

Rediff.com9 Dec 2025

rediffGURU Dr Shakeeb Ahmed Khan suggests how to recover from pain and injury-related illnesses.

Govt ready to discuss SIR in RS as Opposition protests

Govt ready to discuss SIR in RS as Opposition protests

Rediff.com2 Dec 2025

Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju stated the government is ready to discuss the special intensive revision of electoral rolls, but cautioned the Opposition against setting timelines. This comes after the Opposition demanded an immediate discussion on the matter, citing concerns over the safety of BLOs and the importance of the issue for democracy.

Nikhat leads gold rush, Jaismine stuns Oly star amid BFI rift

Nikhat leads gold rush, Jaismine stuns Oly star amid BFI rift

Rediff.com20 Nov 2025

Indian women boxers, led by star pugilist Nikhat Zareen, lived up to their top billings to claim seven gold medals, while Hitesh Gulia and Sachin Siwach also clinched the coveted yellow metal at the World Boxing Cup Finals in Greater Noida on Thursday.

Chetta Is Here! CSK Welcome Sanju In Kollywood Style

Chetta Is Here! CSK Welcome Sanju In Kollywood Style

Rediff.com19 Nov 2025

Quite similar to the hero introduction scenes in Kollywood movies, the elaborately staged sequence combines slow-motion shots, silhouettes, and high contrast lighting to enhance the dramatic narrative.

GLAS Trust's claims: Byju Raveendran to file for $2.5 bn damages

GLAS Trust's claims: Byju Raveendran to file for $2.5 bn damages

Rediff.com27 Nov 2025

Byju's founder Byju Raveendran is preparing to file a $2.5 billion damages claim, alongside new evidence in a US court that he says disproves GLAS Trust's allegations that $533 million in 'Alpha Funds' was diverted by the company's founders.

Users can delete Sanchar Saathi, registration optional: Govt

Users can delete Sanchar Saathi, registration optional: Govt

Rediff.com2 Dec 2025

Days after his ministry told smartphone makers to preload a state-run cybersecurity app on all new devices, Communications Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia on Tuesday said users are free to delete the Sanchar Saathi app, and it will remain dormant till they register on it.

Sanchar Saathi is a 'snooping app': Priyanka

Sanchar Saathi is a 'snooping app': Priyanka

Rediff.com2 Dec 2025

With the Department of Telecom asking mobile phone makers to pre-install Sanchar Saathi application in new handsets, Congress leader Priyanka Gandhi Vadra on Tuesday described it as a 'snooping app' and alleged that the government is turning the country into a dictatorship.

Shivakumar will become CM when...: Sidda after breakfast meet

Shivakumar will become CM when...: Sidda after breakfast meet

Rediff.com2 Dec 2025

Asserting that there are no differences between him and his deputy D K Shivakumar, Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah on Tuesday said that they both are running the government unitedly, and will continue to do so in the future too.

Modi govt 'nearly signed death warrant' for Aravalli Hills: Sonia Gandhi

Modi govt 'nearly signed death warrant' for Aravalli Hills: Sonia Gandhi

Rediff.com3 Dec 2025

Sonia Gandhi criticizes the Modi government's environmental policies, claiming they endanger the Aravalli hills and disregard environmental protection.

'Making Films Is Not What I Do, It Is Who I Am'

'Making Films Is Not What I Do, It Is Who I Am'

Rediff.com18 Nov 2025

'I was just a little kid in a darkened theatre, and I remember that beam of light just cut across the room, and I remember looking up, and it seemed to just explode on the screen.'

How Mumbai hostage-taker prepared to defend himself

How Mumbai hostage-taker prepared to defend himself

Rediff.com31 Oct 2025

Rohit Arya, who held 17 children and two adults hostage in Mumbai, had installed motion sensors and misdirected CCTVs to protect himself, according to police.

Why no farewell for Dhankhar even after 100 days, asks Congress

Why no farewell for Dhankhar even after 100 days, asks Congress

Rediff.com29 Oct 2025

The Congress party has criticized former Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar for his silence following his resignation, questioning the circumstances and demanding a farewell.

Rahul's 'vote chori' twist: Brazilian model speaks out

Rahul's 'vote chori' twist: Brazilian model speaks out

Rediff.com6 Nov 2025

In videos circulating on social media, the model -- identified as Lariss Nery -- claimed that the picture shown in Gandhi's presentation was taken when she was "about 20 years old."

Centre to decide on plea against '120 Bahadur' certification in 2 days

Centre to decide on plea against '120 Bahadur' certification in 2 days

Rediff.com18 Nov 2025

The bench of Chief Justice Sheel Nagu and Justice Sanjiv Berry disposed of the petition filed by the Sanyukt Ahir Regiment Morcha and others seeking a stay on the release of the movie, which is based on the 1962 Battle of Rezang La.

Centre to decide on plea against '120 Bahadur' certification in 2 days

Centre to decide on plea against '120 Bahadur' certification in 2 days

Rediff.com18 Nov 2025

The Punjab and Haryana High Court has directed the Centre to decide on a representation challenging the certification and release of the film '120 Bahadur'. The petitioners allege historical inaccuracies in the movie's portrayal of the Battle of Rezang La.

Pune Firm Unveils Diabetes-Control Implant

Pune Firm Unveils Diabetes-Control Implant

Rediff.com19 Nov 2025

This innovation works by stimulating our natural organs so that it can produce and maintain the insulin balance.

What Kajal Did On Her Romantic Holiday

What Kajal Did On Her Romantic Holiday

Rediff.com5 Nov 2025

The actor recently vacationed in Australia with her husband Gautam Kitchlu and posted gorgeous pictures.

120 Bahadur Trailer Shows Promise

120 Bahadur Trailer Shows Promise

Rediff.com7 Nov 2025

'The war scenes in which Indian soldiers fight fearlessly and the powerful dialogues are meant to make the audience proud of the loyalty and valour of Indian soldiers,' observes Deepa Gahlot.

Now You Can Stay In A Lamborghini

Now You Can Stay In A Lamborghini

Rediff.com13 Nov 2025

Their projects are known for Italian-inspired creative façades with intricate urban elegance.

Baahubali: The Epic: What A Spectacle!

Baahubali: The Epic: What A Spectacle!

Rediff.com31 Oct 2025

Prabhas never looked more heroic and magnetic than he did in the dual role of Amarendra and Mahendra Baahubali, applauds Mayur Sanap after watching the nearly four hour-long Baahubali: The Epic.

iOS 26: Apple's Boldest Update Yet?

iOS 26: Apple's Boldest Update Yet?

Rediff.com4 Nov 2025

The new iOS 26 design modernises the interface, while Apple Intelligence 2.0 introduces AI in a controlled, privacy-focused way. Ashish Narsale brings you all the juice.

How Probe Against Justice Varma Will Unfold

How Probe Against Justice Varma Will Unfold

Rediff.com25 Aug 2025

'If the parliamentary committee's report does not find substantiated charges, the process ends.'

Bumrah Avenges Rauf's 'Plane Crash' Taunt

Bumrah Avenges Rauf's 'Plane Crash' Taunt

Rediff.com28 Sep 2025

Bumrah's on-field reply, delivered after shattering Rauf's off stump in the 18th over, was an unexpected highlight of the final.

If we fight hard, there will be...: Lara's message to WI

If we fight hard, there will be...: Lara's message to WI

Rediff.com14 Oct 2025

Lara praised the Caribbean side's remarkable comeback in the match after a difficult start.

Diane Keaton And A Private Tragedy

Diane Keaton And A Private Tragedy

Rediff.com7 Nov 2025

Diane Keaton's wit and honesty taught us that ageing and uncertainty aren't weaknesses, they are part of what makes us human and graceful, observes Sreehari Nair.

British MP moves motion on 'Kashmiri Pandit genocide'

British MP moves motion on 'Kashmiri Pandit genocide'

Rediff.com18 Jan 2025

A British MP has tabled a parliamentary motion in the House of Commons to commemorate the 35th anniversary of the "genocide of Kashmiri Pandit Hindus from Jammu and Kashmir in India." The motion, which calls for recognition and justice for the events of January 1990, has been met with support from other MPs. The motion condemns the attacks on the Hindu population of Kashmir Valley and calls for the Indian government to enact a bill to punish the perpetrators.

Will Cash Transfer Win Bihar For Modi?

Will Cash Transfer Win Bihar For Modi?

Rediff.com4 Nov 2025

If women voters are mobilised in big numbers to the voting booths on November 6 and 11 by the Nitish Kumar-led NDA, then it will be quite difficult for the Tejashwi Yadav-led Mahagathbandhan to defeat the incumbent government, points out Sheela Bhatt.

HC directs Air India to pay Rs 35,000 to passenger over hair in food

HC directs Air India to pay Rs 35,000 to passenger over hair in food

Rediff.com18 Oct 2025

The Madras High Court has directed Air India to pay Rs 35,000 to a passenger who suffered health complications after consuming food containing hair on a flight. The court partly allowed Air India's appeal against a lower court's order for a larger compensation.

AIFF Meet That Could Redefine Indian Football

AIFF Meet That Could Redefine Indian Football

Rediff.com28 Sep 2025

Under the draft constitution, the executive committee of the AIFF would have 14 members, who would be under the age and tenure restrictions.