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Russia-China Gas Pact Poses New Challenges For India

Russia-China Gas Pact Poses New Challenges For India

Rediff.com21 Oct 2025

India should simultaneously prioritise domestic exploration and production of more oil and gas in the country, and ensure we retain diversified suppliers for imports, points out former foreign secretary Ranjan Mathai.

Why India didn't prepare rank turners for Windies

Why India didn't prepare rank turners for Windies

Rediff.com11 Oct 2025

We didn't ask for rank turners so need to put in more effort to get bounce and turn: Jadeja

New Dawn Beckons for Indian Women's Cricket: Tendulkar

New Dawn Beckons for Indian Women's Cricket: Tendulkar

Rediff.com29 Oct 2025

The little girl with a plastic bat in a small town must feel that the world is open to her, just as I felt after watching a triumphant Team India in 1983, says Sachin Tendulkar.

'Nicobar's exploitation portrayed as strategic defence project'

'Nicobar's exploitation portrayed as strategic defence project'

Rediff.com28 Oct 2025

Over 70 scientists, environmentalists, and former bureaucrats are urging the Indian government to reconsider the Great Nicobar Island project, citing environmental and social concerns.

'This isn't the way we want to play'

'This isn't the way we want to play'

Rediff.com24 Oct 2025

Chamari Athapaththu blames defeats to India, England for Women's World Cup setback

Why This Ex-DGP Joined The RSS

Why This Ex-DGP Joined The RSS

Rediff.com23 Oct 2025

'When you attend an RSS function, the nation is your first priority.'

Op Sindoor an extraordinary show of tri-services synergy: Rajnath

Op Sindoor an extraordinary show of tri-services synergy: Rajnath

Rediff.com23 Oct 2025

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh lauded 'Operation Sindoor' as a prime example of tri-services synergy, emphasizing Pakistan's ongoing recovery from the operation's impact. He highlighted the need for coordinated defense strategies and civil-military fusion to address modern security challenges.

'If India, Pakistan Don't Meet Every Time, So Be It'

'If India, Pakistan Don't Meet Every Time, So Be It'

Rediff.com7 Oct 2025

'The time has come to let cricket's oldest rivalry occur naturally, not by design.'

Trump dances his way to historic Thailand-Cambodia peace deal

Trump dances his way to historic Thailand-Cambodia peace deal

Rediff.com26 Oct 2025

Trump, 79, made a lively entrance in Malaysia's capital, dancing to the rhythm of drums on the airport tarmac near Air Force One, his energetic moves drawing smiles from onlookers.

'We Aren't Security Conscious As A Nation'

'We Aren't Security Conscious As A Nation'

Rediff.com6 Nov 2025

'Government officials use Gmail and ordinary phones without basic security consciousness.' 'Interoperability, especially in joint exercises with countries like the US, worries me.' 'It often means we open our systems to them, but they don't reciprocate.' 'They could have kill switches in their systems and might even be able to affect ours.'

'A big relief': Mandhana after India storm into WC semis

'A big relief': Mandhana after India storm into WC semis

Rediff.com24 Oct 2025

India bounced back from three successive defeats after starting the Women's World Cup as one of the favourites.

Inside Salman's Fancy Farmhouse

Inside Salman's Fancy Farmhouse

Rediff.com8 Oct 2025

Nirvan Khan recently posted pictures of uncle Salman Khan's luxurious farmhouse in Panvel, on the outskirts of Mumbai.

Darjeeling landslides: What went wrong?

Darjeeling landslides: What went wrong?

Rediff.com8 Oct 2025

Historically, October has seen some of the worst landslide events in Darjeeling and Sikkim Himalayas.

SC says no to contempt notice to lawyer who hurled shoe at CJI

SC says no to contempt notice to lawyer who hurled shoe at CJI

Rediff.com28 Oct 2025

The Supreme Court declined to initiate contempt action against a lawyer who hurled a shoe at the Chief Justice of India, citing the CJI's own refusal to proceed against him. The court is considering guidelines to prevent such incidents.

Darjeeling Battles Landslide Aftermath

Darjeeling Battles Landslide Aftermath

Rediff.com7 Oct 2025

Darjeeling is slowly recovering from the devastating impact of relentless rainfall and massive landslides that struck the region. The natural calamity left homes shattered, roads blocked, and communities displaced.

Pakistan must answer for PoK rights violations: India

Pakistan must answer for PoK rights violations: India

Rediff.com3 Oct 2025

India has strongly criticized Pakistan for its human rights violations against protesters in Pakistan-Occupied Kashmir (PoK), citing systemic oppression and plundering of resources.

Why Trump Wanted Nobel Peace Prize

Why Trump Wanted Nobel Peace Prize

Rediff.com13 Oct 2025

Look at any picture or video of Donald Trump and infer if that inspires any thought of peace. Does he represent peace or does he symbolise aggression? asks Biswajit Dasgupta.

AI Threat: 2 Million Tech Jobs At Risk

AI Threat: 2 Million Tech Jobs At Risk

Rediff.com20 Oct 2025

To turn disruption into opportunity, NITI Aayog has recommended the launch of a National AI Talent Mission to make India the AI workforce capital of the world.

Dream On... Viksit Bharat

Dream On... Viksit Bharat

Rediff.com27 Oct 2025

Can change happen? Not unless the changemakers themselves want it since they benefit the most from the status quo, warns Biswajit Dasgupta.

United shock Liverpool to break long Anfield drought

United shock Liverpool to break long Anfield drought

Rediff.com20 Oct 2025

Manchester United's Harry Maguire struck a late header to seal a thrilling 2-1 Premier League victory over Liverpool on Sunday

India's Chess Titans Eye World Cup Triumph

India's Chess Titans Eye World Cup Triumph

Rediff.com29 Oct 2025

India hosts the event from a position of unprecedented strength with a string of titles under its belt.

'India's Misinformation Problem Is Deeply Social'

'India's Misinformation Problem Is Deeply Social'

Rediff.com22 Oct 2025

'It flows through families, caste groups, and local WhatsApp communities where trust is personal.' 'Children are taught to defer to elders, so if a parent or uncle forwards something, you don't question it.'

'For Gill, it's perfect Rohit bhai and Virat bhai are there'

'For Gill, it's perfect Rohit bhai and Virat bhai are there'

Rediff.com17 Oct 2025

The towering presence of Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma in the Indian ODI team can only help newly appointed captain Shubman Gill grow as a leader, said Axar Patel.

US sanctions 2 largest Russian Oil companies

US sanctions 2 largest Russian Oil companies

Rediff.com23 Oct 2025

The US Department of the Treasury on Wednesday imposed sanctions on Russia's two largest oil companies, Rosneft and Lukoil, in an effort to pressure the Kremlin to end its war in Ukraine.

EPF Withdrawal Made Simpler? What It Means For YOU

EPF Withdrawal Made Simpler? What It Means For YOU

Rediff.com20 Oct 2025

EPFO has simplified PF withdrawals -- fewer rules, faster access, and more flexibility -- while introducing safeguards that make it harder to drain your retirement savings too early.

Why Modi plans to transfer Rs 10K each to Bihar's 75 lakh women

Why Modi plans to transfer Rs 10K each to Bihar's 75 lakh women

Rediff.com25 Sep 2025

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will launch Bihar's 'Mukhyamantri Mahila Rojgar Yojana' on Friday and transfer Rs 10,000 each to the bank accounts of 75 lakh women across the state, totalling Rs 7,500 crore.

Cricket Gets A New Format - Test Twenty!

Cricket Gets A New Format - Test Twenty!

Rediff.com17 Oct 2025

Cricket enters new era with launch of Test Twenty, a revolutionary 80-over format

All You Want To Know About EPF Withdrawals

All You Want To Know About EPF Withdrawals

Rediff.com27 Oct 2025

The 100 per cent withdrawal provision and the 25 per cent minimum balance provision have led to some confusion.

'We Decided To Give Our Employees What Matters Most -- Their Own Time To Celebrate Life'

'We Decided To Give Our Employees What Matters Most -- Their Own Time To Celebrate Life'

Rediff.com14 Oct 2025

'For us, it's not always about chasing revenue. It's about sustaining happiness and energy, because that's what drives long-term growth.'

'Lost Rs 50L In Trading. HELP!'

'Lost Rs 50L In Trading. HELP!'

Rediff.com31 Oct 2025

Ask rediffGURU Naveenn Kummar your insurance mutual fund and personal finance-related questions.

Kuldeep Yadav -- Team India's perennial scapegoat

Kuldeep Yadav -- Team India's perennial scapegoat

Rediff.com20 Oct 2025

'Am I the reason team will lose? Kuldeep might think, I am bowling so well, even after that I am not playing, then am I the problem in this team?'

NITI CEO bats for trading ties with China, neighbours

NITI CEO bats for trading ties with China, neighbours

Rediff.com7 Oct 2025

India should have strong trading arrangements with its neighbours including China, which is a USD 18 trillion economy that cannot be avoided, NITI Aayog CEO BVR Subrahmanyam has said.

A Nature Trail In The Heart Of Mumbai!

A Nature Trail In The Heart Of Mumbai!

Rediff.com1 Apr 2025

Glimpses of Mumbai's new Tree Top Walk.

'No late outings', Mamata tells students from outside Bengal

'No late outings', Mamata tells students from outside Bengal

Rediff.com12 Oct 2025

The police have certain logistical limitations in monitoring the movement of every individual, Banerjee said.

How Sexual Assault Impacts A Woman's Brain

How Sexual Assault Impacts A Woman's Brain

Rediff.com15 Oct 2025

This is what the new Spanish study reveals about a woman's brain after sexual assault.

Anupam Mittal's Dhandha Mantra For Start-Up Success

Anupam Mittal's Dhandha Mantra For Start-Up Success

Rediff.com23 Oct 2025

'First, develop the ability to sell -- to persuade, negotiate and close. Second, understand the financial mechanics that determine where value pools and how profits are captured,' says Shaadi.com founder Anupam Mittal.

'Adipoli duo': Samson, Owen delight fans in Mumbai

'Adipoli duo': Samson, Owen delight fans in Mumbai

Rediff.com5 Oct 2025

Football met cricket in Mumbai as Sanju Samson shared his love for Liverpool while rubbing shoulders with Michael Owen at the Premier League fan event in Mumbai on Saturday.

Proteas brace for tough spin challenge in Pakistan

Proteas brace for tough spin challenge in Pakistan

Rediff.com11 Oct 2025

South African stand-in captain Aiden Markram said home side Pakistan were well within their rights to prepare extreme turning wickets for their two-Test series, which starts in Lahore on Sunday, as they did last year to beat England.

Pant Swings Hard On A Different Pitch!

Pant Swings Hard On A Different Pitch!

Rediff.com6 Oct 2025

'Never knew golf could be this much fun.'

Delhi court rejects Nirmala Sitharaman's plea

Delhi court rejects Nirmala Sitharaman's plea

Rediff.com8 Oct 2025

A Delhi court refused Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman's request to prevent AAP leader Somnath Bharti from representing his wife in a defamation case filed against Sitharaman.