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Want A Healthy Pregnancy? 11 Tips From A Gynaecologist

Want A Healthy Pregnancy? 11 Tips From A Gynaecologist

Rediff.com12 Oct 2026

Dr Nisha Pansare, fertility specialist at Nova IVF Fertility, explains why women should avoid desi Chinese, excessive caffeine and detox juices in order to have a safe and healthy pregnancy.

Raphinha Set for Barcelona Start as Defensive Woes Mount Ahead of PSG Clash

Raphinha Set for Barcelona Start as Defensive Woes Mount Ahead of PSG Clash

Rediff.com20 Oct 2026

Barcelona manager Hansi Flick has confirmed that Raphinha is set to return to the starting XI for the Champions League clash against Paris St Germain on Tuesday, as the club grapples with a significant defensive injury crisis.

Bollywood's Sordid History With The Underworld

Bollywood's Sordid History With The Underworld

Rediff.com7 days ago

Sunday's shooting incident targeting Tiger Shroff have rekindled memories of the film industry's dark past, when crime syndicates like Dawood Ibrahim's D-Company and Abu Salem's gang exerted significant influence through extortion, violence, and money laundering.

Re-verification of voters removed from Delhi electoral rolls begins

Re-verification of voters removed from Delhi electoral rolls begins

Rediff.com16 Oct 2026

Delhi's Chief Electoral Officer, Ashok Kumar, announced the reverification of over 47 lakh voters whose names were removed from draft electoral rolls. This initiative addresses complaints of eligible voters being omitted and aims to ensure no genuine voter is left out before the final lists are published on December 4. Booth-level officers are resolving discrepancies and voters can fill Form 6 for inclusion.

Boxing Federation Row: Secretary General Accuses President Of 'Criminal Intimidation'

Boxing Federation Row: Secretary General Accuses President Of 'Criminal Intimidation'

Rediff.com13 Oct 2026

Pramod Kumar, Secretary General of the Boxing Federation of India (BFI), has accused President Ajay Singh and Executive Director Col. Arun Malik of "criminal intimidation" to prevent a no-confidence motion against Singh. Kumar alleges a governance breakdown, threats to state units, and revocation of his email access, while Malik dismisses all charges as baseless.

Why Tata Must Put The Group Before Individuals

Why Tata Must Put The Group Before Individuals

Rediff.com31 Aug 2026

Corporate leaders' half-life has shrunk over the past few decades. That is the Tata experience as well. Over 144 years till 2012, Tata Sons had just five chairmen. However, in the 15 years till 2027, the same group will see three, points out R Gopalakrishnan.

India Must Diversify Services Exports For Sustainable Growth

India Must Diversify Services Exports For Sustainable Growth

Rediff.com9 Sep 2026

Commerce Secretary Rajesh Agarwal highlighted the critical need for India to diversify its services exports beyond the dominant IT/ITeS and professional services sectors. Speaking at the Global Fintech Fest 2026, he emphasised the vast potential in the global financial services market, where India currently holds a small share, and stressed how fintech solutions, like UPI, can drive growth, reduce remittance costs, and support MSME trade finance, ultimately leading to sustainable economic expansion.

Absence from draft SIR doesn't mean deletion of name, ECI tells HC

Absence from draft SIR doesn't mean deletion of name, ECI tells HC

Rediff.com13 Oct 2026

The Election Commission of India clarified to the Bombay High Court that the absence of a voter's name from a draft Special Intensive Revision (SIR) roll does not equate to deletion, as SIR is a fresh preparation of the electoral roll. This clarification came during a hearing on a writ petition filed by a Goa resident whose family's names were missing from the SIR roll. The court has reserved its verdict.

Delhi Court Rules Against Bail For MCOCA Accused

Delhi Court Rules Against Bail For MCOCA Accused

Rediff.com7 Oct 2026

A Delhi court rejected the bail plea of Hariom, accused under the stringent MCOCA, stating that prolonged incarceration alone is not sufficient grounds for bail under special laws. The court emphasised balancing individual liberty with societal protection and legislative objectives.

Keralam Congress seeks CJI's exit, deletes X post amid row; BJP hits back

Keralam Congress seeks CJI's exit, deletes X post amid row; BJP hits back

Rediff.com12 Oct 2026

The official Congress Keralam 'X' account posted a controversial message against CJI Surya Kant, which quickly went viral before being deleted. The party subsequently removed the individual responsible, with KPCC president Sunny Joseph stating the post was unauthorised and did not reflect the party's stance on judicial impartiality. Union Minister Kiren Rijiju criticised Congress over the incident.

No doubts on skills of Rohit and Kohli, they must continue playing: Chetan Sharma

No doubts on skills of Rohit and Kohli, they must continue playing: Chetan Sharma

Rediff.com21 Sep 2026

Former India chief selector Chetan Sharma has voiced strong support for batting stalwarts Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli, asserting that their talent and skills are beyond doubt. He believes the duo, set to return for the ODI series against West Indies, should continue playing for India as long as they perform, dismissing age as a factor. Sharma also expressed confidence in the Indian women's team winning gold at the Asian Games.

Tata Trusts plans 40-50 not-for-profit hospitals, disbursed Rs 1,556 crore in FY26

Tata Trusts plans 40-50 not-for-profit hospitals, disbursed Rs 1,556 crore in FY26

Rediff.com18 Oct 2026

Tata Trusts, India's largest philanthropic group, disbursed Rs 1,556.31 crore in the year to March 2026 and announced plans to establish a network of 40 to 50 not-for-profit general hospitals, with funding from paying patients supporting care for those who cannot afford it.

Lessons India Inc Can Learn From Tata Sons Turmoil

Lessons India Inc Can Learn From Tata Sons Turmoil

Rediff.com16 Oct 2026

'The larger lesson for India Inc is that promoter oversight and professional management are not inherently contradictory. The difficulty arises when the boundaries between the two are unclear.'

Only 'Sanatan Dharma' followers can touch Durga idol, says Suvendu

Only 'Sanatan Dharma' followers can touch Durga idol, says Suvendu

Rediff.com7 days ago

West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari announced that only followers of 'Sanatan Dharma' would be permitted to touch Durga idols during immersion in the Hooghly river, citing religious traditions. He also reviewed extensive security and safety arrangements for the immersion process, including NDRF involvement and precautions for spectators at Taki, following a recent stampede incident.

'Nepalese nationals added as voters in Goa SIR'

'Nepalese nationals added as voters in Goa SIR'

Rediff.com17 Oct 2026

Goa Forward Party chief Vijai Sardesai has alleged that Nepalese nationals were added to the state's electoral rolls during the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) and that voters were illegally shifted between constituencies. He has demanded an impartial investigation into these alleged irregularities, calling for deletion of illegal entries and action against those responsible.

WTC Final Chase: Bumrah Set to Skip NZ ODIs?

WTC Final Chase: Bumrah Set to Skip NZ ODIs?

Rediff.com16 Oct 2026

India may rest Jasprit Bumrah for the New Zealand ODIs to keep him fresh for the crucial Test series as they chase a place in the World Test Championship final.

CBI Faces Scrutiny After Ex-Principal Gets Bail In Financial Irregularities Case

CBI Faces Scrutiny After Ex-Principal Gets Bail In Financial Irregularities Case

Rediff.com17 Oct 2026

The father of a doctor who was raped and murdered has questioned the CBI after former RG Kar Medical College and Hospital principal Sandip Ghosh received bail from the Supreme Court in a financial irregularities case. Ghosh was previously granted bail in the rape-murder case in December 2024 due to the CBI's failure to file a chargesheet. Doctors and the victim's family are criticising the CBI's handling of the investigations, alleging incompetence and delays.

Delhi police curb CJP's tricolour march, offers limited flag-waving

Delhi police curb CJP's tricolour march, offers limited flag-waving

Rediff.com16 Oct 2026

Delhi Police has advised the public to avoid the Cockroach Janta Party's 'Lehra Do Tiranga' march scheduled for Friday at Connaught Place, citing prohibitory orders and security concerns. While offering to facilitate a symbolic flag-waving event elsewhere, police have stepped up security and warned of legal action against those defying orders, as the proposed venue, Central Park, will be closed.

The Village India Seized From Pakistan

The Village India Seized From Pakistan

Rediff.com7 days ago

The Indian Army captured Thang in Ladakh in the 1971 War. Ghulam Hussain had left home for a routine errand found himself on the other side of an altered border. He could never return and found a new country and a new home.

'Salman Khan Is The Main Target, Not Tiger'

'Salman Khan Is The Main Target, Not Tiger'

Rediff.com19 Oct 2026

'This incident will send a wave of fear through the entire Bollywood community.'

Fairfax to leverage HDFC veterans Parekh, Sukthankar for IDBI Bank acquisition

Fairfax to leverage HDFC veterans Parekh, Sukthankar for IDBI Bank acquisition

Rediff.com17 Oct 2026

Canadian billionaire Prem Watsa's Fairfax Financial Holdings will utilise the expertise of Deepak Parekh and Paresh Sukthankar, former HDFC leaders, as it moves to acquire a 60.72 per cent stake in IDBI Bank for 52,878 crore, with N S Kannan proposed as chairman.

J-K government orders inquiry into babu's abuse of female officer

J-K government orders inquiry into babu's abuse of female officer

Rediff.com16 Oct 2026

The Jammu and Kashmir government has initiated a thorough inquiry into allegations of misconduct against IAS officer Kumar Rajeev Ranjan, who is accused of using abusive language towards a female JKAS officer during a recent virtual review meeting, an incident that has sparked widespread condemnation and calls for strict action.

Matrimonial Discord Not Abetment To Suicide, Rules Delhi Court

Matrimonial Discord Not Abetment To Suicide, Rules Delhi Court

Rediff.com13 Oct 2026

A Delhi court has acquitted a woman accused of abetting her husband's suicide in 2015, ruling that criminal liability under IPC Section 306 cannot be based solely on ordinary matrimonial discord. The court found no evidence that the wife instigated or intentionally aided her husband to take his life, despite allegations of quarrels and "mental torture."

Why NITI Aayog Wants Data Centres Treated As Strategic Infrastructure

Why NITI Aayog Wants Data Centres Treated As Strategic Infrastructure

Rediff.com14 Oct 2026

NITI Aayog has recommended treating data centres as strategic infrastructure rather than mere investment projects, releasing a report titled 'Data Centre Evaluation Framework to Help States Plan for Sustainable Growth'. The report advocates for common standards, central government guidance, and a structured approach for states to manage data centre growth, considering resource requirements and economic benefits.

BJP Accuses Karnataka Congress Of Rs 14.95 Crore Ambedkar Corp Fraud

BJP Accuses Karnataka Congress Of Rs 14.95 Crore Ambedkar Corp Fraud

Rediff.com16 Oct 2026

Senior BJP leader R Ashoka has accused the Karnataka Congress government of a Rs 14.95 crore fraud in the Dr B R Ambedkar Development Corporation, following a previous alleged scam in the Maharshi Valmiki Scheduled Tribes Development Corporation. Ashoka cited an ED press release detailing the siphoning of funds through fake accounts and forged documents, demanding accountability from the Congress leadership.

Woman can be charged with gang rape if...: Delhi HC

Woman can be charged with gang rape if...: Delhi HC

Rediff.com15 Oct 2026

The Delhi High Court has ruled that a woman can be charged with gang rape under Section 376D of the Indian Penal Code (IPC) and Section 70 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS), stating there is no basis to restrict the term 'persons' in the law to only men.

12 Reasons To Love Ireland

12 Reasons To Love Ireland

Rediff.com16 Oct 2026

And plan your trip to the Republic.

'We Don't Want To Prevent Anyone From Celebrating Any Religious Festival, But...'

'We Don't Want To Prevent Anyone From Celebrating Any Religious Festival, But...'

Rediff.com17 Oct 2026

'Many devout religious people have told me categorically that they like celebrating festivals, but they are vehemently against the noise pollution and traffic obstruction that are being imposed under the pretext of celebrations.'

Saptak Talwar Secures Coveted DP World Tour Card

Saptak Talwar Secures Coveted DP World Tour Card

Rediff.com18 Oct 2026

Saptak Talwar has topped the PGTI Order of Merit, securing a DP World Tour card for next season. His consistent performances, including a victory and eight top-10 finishes, along with lessons from senior pros and Asian Games experience, contributed to this significant career step. Talwar aims to build on his learnings and believes a major international breakthrough is crucial for Indian golf.

'Jio Has The Energy And Nimbleness Of A Startup'

'Jio Has The Energy And Nimbleness Of A Startup'

Rediff.com7 days ago

'... but runs with the rigour and discipline of a large enterprise.'

Provided elections are fair...: BJP veteran on anti-CEC protest

Provided elections are fair...: BJP veteran on anti-CEC protest

Rediff.com9 Oct 2026

BJP veteran Murli Manohar Joshi emphasized the importance of fair elections, transparent bureaucracy, and constitutional adherence for a functioning democracy. His comments come amidst opposition protests led by the INDIA bloc, alleging irregularities in electoral roll revisions and demanding the Chief Election Commissioner's resignation.

How To Protect Inherited Jewellery From Tax Disputes

How To Protect Inherited Jewellery From Tax Disputes

Rediff.com5 Oct 2026

The assessee must explain the nature and source of jewellery and support the explanation with evidence, tax experts say.

Churchill Brothers vs East Bengal: Dimitriou Targets Another ISL Upset

Churchill Brothers vs East Bengal: Dimitriou Targets Another ISL Upset

Rediff.com17 Oct 2026

After a stunning 2-1 debut win against Mumbai City FC, Indian Super League newcomers Churchill Brothers are preparing to face defending champions East Bengal, with coach Dimitris Dimitriou emphasising continuous improvement and a competitive approach.

Karjat's Must-Try Thakare Kanda Bhaji

Karjat's Must-Try Thakare Kanda Bhaji

Rediff.com1 Sep 2026

Rain and road trips go hand in hand in Maharashtra. For countless travellers, the season isn't complete without a plate of steaming-hot Kanda Bhaji on a jaunt to Karjat at Thakare Hotel.

NEET Round 3: What Are Options For Medical Aspirants?

NEET Round 3: What Are Options For Medical Aspirants?

Rediff.com7 days ago

With NEET Round 3 allotments concluded, medical aspirants are now evaluating their options, including participation in stray rounds, understanding penalties for not joining allotted seats, and exploring private or deemed university admissions.

'70% Of Bollywood Stars Have Paid Extortion Money To Bishnoi'

'70% Of Bollywood Stars Have Paid Extortion Money To Bishnoi'

Rediff.com20 Oct 2026

'The remaining 30% are scared they will be shot at and they too will shell out the money soon.'

Was Tiger Shroff's Well-known Football Routine Exploited?

Was Tiger Shroff's Well-known Football Routine Exploited?

Rediff.com19 Oct 2026

Sunday's shooting incident in Juhu has raised questions about the security risks faced by Bollywood actor Tiger Shroff, whose predictable Sunday football routine and approachable nature with fans may have made him vulnerable to attack.

Israel bans Pakistani pilots, crew after flydubai incident

Israel bans Pakistani pilots, crew after flydubai incident

Rediff.com15 Oct 2026

Israel has implemented new aviation security directives, barring pilots and cabin crew from countries without diplomatic ties, including Pakistan, from entering its airspace. This follows a hijacking attempt last month on a flight to Israel, where Indian Captain Smit Machchhar was injured while thwarting the plot. The restrictions affect over two dozen nationalities and have prompted airlines like Air France and United Airlines to adjust crew assignments.

Supreme Court Questions Chhattisgarh HC's Understanding Of Culpable Homicide

Supreme Court Questions Chhattisgarh HC's Understanding Of Culpable Homicide

Rediff.com14 Oct 2026

The Supreme Court expressed strong displeasure over the Chhattisgarh High Court's decision to reduce a murder conviction to culpable homicide, criticising its understanding of IPC sections. The apex court issued notice to the state and the accused, indicating a potential restoration of the original murder conviction and life sentence.

Drought: Is Maharashtra Growing The Wrong Crops?

Drought: Is Maharashtra Growing The Wrong Crops?

Rediff.com16 Oct 2026

'Nearly two-thirds of Maharashtra has been drought-prone on and off, and climate change is making it worse.'