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India's New Travel High: Wellness

India's New Travel High: Wellness

Rediff.com30 Oct 2025

While wellness-related facilities and activities used to be considered luxury offerings, hospitality industry executives note that it has now become a mainstream expectation among guests.

Modi's Visit: 'Manipuris Are Disappointed'

Modi's Visit: 'Manipuris Are Disappointed'

Rediff.com16 Sep 2025

'No one anticipated magical solutions or miraculous interventions.' 'However, people across the entire spectrum -- whether residing in the valley or the hills -- expected the prime minister to dedicate at least five to ten minutes to genuinely listening to the voice of the people.'

1 arrested for 'attack' on Kanhaiya Kumar, hunt on for others

1 arrested for 'attack' on Kanhaiya Kumar, hunt on for others

Rediff.com21 May 2024

The police said the accused, Ajay Kumar, was arrested from his residence in New Usmanpur, the area where the incident occurred, adding that efforts are on to round up the other accused in the case.

Heavy rains kill 7 across north India; 200 flights delayed in Delhi

Heavy rains kill 7 across north India; 200 flights delayed in Delhi

Rediff.com2 May 2025

A three-hour heavy downpour accompanied by a dust storm hit Delhi-NCR early morning on Friday, causing flight delays and traffic disruptions as seven people were killed in rain-related incidents across north India.

Who Is Khalid Jamil, the Man Tasked with Rescuing Indian Football?

Who Is Khalid Jamil, the Man Tasked with Rescuing Indian Football?

Rediff.com1 Aug 2025

Khalid Jamil's rise can't exactly be termed as meteoric but the last eight years has been nothing less than extraordinary for the 48-year-old, who on Friday took over reins of the national men's football team.

'Why Can't Mr Modi Reopen The Passes To Tibet?'

'Why Can't Mr Modi Reopen The Passes To Tibet?'

Rediff.com28 Nov 2025

On August 5, 1953, Jawaharlal Nehru sent a strange note to the foreign secretary. It is worth mentioning because it was symptomatic of the lack of knowledge about Western Tibet in India and in South Block in particular, notes Claude Arpi.

NEUFC beat Shillong Lajong, enter Durand Cup final

NEUFC beat Shillong Lajong, enter Durand Cup final

Rediff.com27 Aug 2024

Notice for ticket holders ahead of Durand Cup semis Kolkata

Buttler, Dawson guide England to win in 1st T20I

Buttler, Dawson guide England to win in 1st T20I

Rediff.com7 Jun 2025

West Indies finished on 167-9, with Romario Shepherd caught on the final ball of the match.

Ten dead as torrential rain paralyses Kolkata; Puja holidays advanced

Ten dead as torrential rain paralyses Kolkata; Puja holidays advanced

Rediff.com24 Sep 2025

Heavy overnight rainfall caused widespread flooding in Kolkata, disrupting traffic, public transport, and daily life. Train and Metro services were suspended, and many areas experienced significant waterlogging.

How To Apply For IndiaSkills Competition 2025

How To Apply For IndiaSkills Competition 2025

Rediff.com20 Aug 2025

The ministry of skill development and entrepreneurship, government of India, is inviting applications for the IndiaSkills Competition 2025 to identify, nurture and inspire talented youth to pursue careers in vocational education.

5,000 social media accounts from Islamic countries back Assam Cong: CM

5,000 social media accounts from Islamic countries back Assam Cong: CM

Rediff.com20 Jun 2025

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Friday alleged that over 5,000 social media accounts, mostly operated from Islamic countries, have become active in favour of the Assam Congress.

Russia New Destination For Indian Workers

Russia New Destination For Indian Workers

Rediff.com1 Oct 2025

Older Russians recall Mithun Chakraborty and the song Jimmy Jimmy Aaja from the movie Disco Dancer.

AFSPA extended for 6 months in parts of Manipur, Nagaland, Arunachal

AFSPA extended for 6 months in parts of Manipur, Nagaland, Arunachal

Rediff.com26 Sep 2025

The Armed Forces (Special Powers) Act (AFSPA) has been extended for six months in parts of Manipur, Nagaland, and Arunachal Pradesh due to the prevailing law and order situation.

6 more killed in Assam flood; Manipur, Mizoram battle rain fury, lakhs hit

6 more killed in Assam flood; Manipur, Mizoram battle rain fury, lakhs hit

Rediff.com4 Jun 2025

The rain and flood situation in northeastern states remained grim on Tuesday, with lakhs people affected in Assam, Mizoram and Manipur, even as the meteorological department predicted more rain in several parts of the region.

It's Sena vs Sena in 3 out of 6 LS seats in Mumbai

It's Sena vs Sena in 3 out of 6 LS seats in Mumbai

Rediff.com1 May 2024

This will be the first major electoral test after the political realignment that emerged in 2019.

Gogoi condemns attacks on north-easterners, demands strong law

Gogoi condemns attacks on north-easterners, demands strong law

Rediff.com17 Oct 2014

In view of fresh attacks on people from the North East in the rest of India including Delhi and Bengaluru, Assam Chief Minister Tarun Gogoi on Friday demanded enactment of special deterrent law to prevent such racial attacks.

V V S Laxman will continue as NCA chief: Jay Shah

V V S Laxman will continue as NCA chief: Jay Shah

Rediff.com15 Aug 2024

V V S Laxman's tenure ends in September but he is set to continue as the NCA chief, confirmed BCCI secretary Jay Shah.

'Being In The Fauj Is Most Glorious'

'Being In The Fauj Is Most Glorious'

Rediff.com3 Apr 2025

'No matter how much you get paid or how successful you get, nothing can match the fauj.'

How Monsoon 2025 Turned Into A Nightmare

How Monsoon 2025 Turned Into A Nightmare

Rediff.com15 Sep 2025

IMD data shows in the 24 hours between September 1 and 2, Haryana received 806 per cent more rainfall than normal, Punjab 759 per cent, Himachal Pradesh 510 per cent, Delhi 740 per cent, Chandigarh a staggering 1,638 per cent, and Rajasthan 193 per cent.

Noida Airport set to begin operations post-Diwali

Noida Airport set to begin operations post-Diwali

Rediff.com21 Sep 2025

The Noida International Airport (NIA), being developed as a greenfield aviation hub in Jewar, Gautam Buddh Nagar, is on track to begin operations by the end of this year.

BEST bus crash: Another man succumbs, toll reaches 8

BEST bus crash: Another man succumbs, toll reaches 8

Rediff.com16 Dec 2024

A 55-year-old man, who was among the several persons injured in the Brihanmumbai Electric Supply and Transport (BEST) bus accident in Kurla area of Mumbai, died on Monday morning, taking the death toll to eight, a civic official said.

Skymet Predicts Normal Monsoon

Skymet Predicts Normal Monsoon

Rediff.com9 Apr 2025

Skymet expects a good monsoon over western and southern India.

North Zone crush East Zone

North Zone crush East Zone

Rediff.com26 Jan 2005

Amit Bhandari claimed four for 35 as a star-studded North Zone crushed East Zone by seven wickets in the Deodhar Trophy.

Indians Choose Learning Holidays Over Leisure

Indians Choose Learning Holidays Over Leisure

Rediff.com31 Jul 2025

Travellers are keen to explore traditional Indian arts and crafts like Madhubani painting in Bihar, pottery and weaving workshops in Rajasthan, or Kathakali and Kalaripayattu training in Kerala.

'Thinking to separate East Pak began after 1965 war'

'Thinking to separate East Pak began after 1965 war'

Rediff.com23 Oct 2021

...with a principal reason to stop Pakistan's ISI's support to insurgencies in the North-East of India.

Uddhav's Sena eyeing 8 out of 10 LS seats in Mumbai metro region

Uddhav's Sena eyeing 8 out of 10 LS seats in Mumbai metro region

Rediff.com3 Oct 2023

The Uddhav Thackeray-led faction of Shiv Sena is keen to contest eight out of the 10 Lok Sabha constituencies in the Mumbai Metropolitan Region with some 'give and take' in the next elections, sources said on Tuesday.

'Matter of time before China starts creating problems'

'Matter of time before China starts creating problems'

Rediff.com20 Nov 2023

'Manipur is critical to India's Look East policy.' 'It's a strategic state. In the Second World War, the Japanese entered Manipur through Burma.' 'China can use the same direction to approach India.'

126 killed, about 200 hurt as massive quake hits Tibet

126 killed, about 200 hurt as massive quake hits Tibet

Rediff.com7 Jan 2025

The epicentre was located in Tsogo Township of Dingri County, which has a population of approximately 6,900 people within a 20-km radius. There are 27 villages within this area.

'I'm Not An Actress Who Believes In Controversies'

'I'm Not An Actress Who Believes In Controversies'

Rediff.com4 Nov 2025

'If you don't have a discussion, there is no meaning to any film.' 'I hope Haq will come in that category that you like a lot.'

How Siraj's tip helped Arshdeep survive Test frustration

How Siraj's tip helped Arshdeep survive Test frustration

Rediff.com30 Aug 2025

In a week's time, Arshdeep will be operating with a white ball in the Asia Cup in the UAE.

'Assam Rifles is probably the best fighting force in the country'

'Assam Rifles is probably the best fighting force in the country'

Rediff.com20 Nov 2023

'Assam Rifles have prevented a large number of genocides and killings.'

Meet Colonel Sofiya Qureshi

Meet Colonel Sofiya Qureshi

Rediff.com7 May 2025

In a composed and clear presentation, Colonel Sofiya Qureshi announced that nine terrorist facilities had been destroyed in the tri-services operation.

UK polls: Record 26 Indian-origin MPs elected to House of Commons

UK polls: Record 26 Indian-origin MPs elected to House of Commons

Rediff.com5 Jul 2024

Navendu Mishra (Stockport) and Nadia Whittome (Nottingham East) were among the other Labour MPs re-elected with convincing majorities.

'I love to lead': Iyer's take on captaincy pressure

'I love to lead': Iyer's take on captaincy pressure

Rediff.com9 Jun 2025

Shreyas Iyer is enjoying a golden run as captain, leading the Sobo Mumbai Falcons into the semi-finals of the Sobo Mumbai Falcons into the semi-finals League 2025.

'I Was Waiting Ki Sabka Time Aata Hai'

'I Was Waiting Ki Sabka Time Aata Hai'

Rediff.com29 Jan 2025

'I will never ever forget Paatal Lok 2 because I left for the shoot the night I got married!'

BJP link to Delhi's Hindu Rashtra panchayat booked by police

BJP link to Delhi's Hindu Rashtra panchayat booked by police

Rediff.com10 Apr 2023

A case has been registered against the organisers of a Hindu Rashtra Panchayat held in north-east Delhi, which was rocked by the 2020 riots, for not taking permission to hold the meeting, the police said on Monday.

US tariff shock to hit Bengal's labour-intensive industries

US tariff shock to hit Bengal's labour-intensive industries

Rediff.com27 Aug 2025

The additional 25 per cent tariff imposed by US President Donald Trump on India is set to deliver a major blow to West Bengal's export-driven economy, with the state's labour-intensive leather, engineering and marine sectors expecting losses ahead of the festive season, stakeholders said. The increased levies on Indian products for the country's purchases of Russian oil came into effect on Wednesday, bringing the total amount of tariff imposed on New Delhi to 50 per cent.

'In CCTV Footage, 'Sonam Was Looking To Be In Panic'

'In CCTV Footage, 'Sonam Was Looking To Be In Panic'

Rediff.com9 Jun 2025

'I feel the murderers had done a recce of this place before murdering Raja.' 'It is isolated, there are no CCTV cameras.' 'It was a fit place to commit the crime.'

'The Most Heart-Stopping Aviation Experience'

'The Most Heart-Stopping Aviation Experience'

Rediff.com1 Jul 2025

'A last-second aborted landing at Mumbai airport left us speechless.'

'Everything Was Against Indian Forces, But We Won'

'Everything Was Against Indian Forces, But We Won'

Rediff.com21 Jul 2025

'The Pakistanis knew there was only one route up and they could take direct aim at us as we climbed up.' 'They knew they could kill us.'