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Who's Your Gynac? 2 Review: Just Not Funny!

Who's Your Gynac? 2 Review: Just Not Funny!

Rediff.com3 days ago

Try as it might, Who's Your Gynac? is just not funny, complains Deepa Gahlot.

Paternity Leave For Private Sector On Cards?

Paternity Leave For Private Sector On Cards?

Rediff.com14 May 2026

Male central government employees are entitled to 15 days under service rules and provisions in the private sector depends on the company's policy.

US, Iran 'very close' to peace deal, Strait of Hormuz in focus

US, Iran 'very close' to peace deal, Strait of Hormuz in focus

Rediff.com3 days ago

The United States and Iran are engaged in indirect talks aimed at developing a framework for a possible agreement, according to Iran's ISNA News Agency. Intensive mediation efforts are underway, but it remains uncertain whether a final agreement is within reach.

Nowhera Shaik Arrested In Heera Group Investment Fraud Case

Nowhera Shaik Arrested In Heera Group Investment Fraud Case

Rediff.com3 days ago

The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has arrested Nowhera Shaik, the prime accused in the Heera Group-linked alleged investment fraud, from an Airbnb property in Gurugram. Shaik was living under a fake identity and using forged documents. The Heera Group allegedly collected over Rs 5,978 crore from the public, promising high returns but failing to return even the principal amount.

'95-96 To A Dollar Is Not A Healthy Sign At All'

'95-96 To A Dollar Is Not A Healthy Sign At All'

Rediff.com5 days ago

'Once the currency goes out of the hand, then possibly your major challenge is that it will not come back.'

Man arrested for 'sexually assaulting' cow in Bengaluru

Man arrested for 'sexually assaulting' cow in Bengaluru

Rediff.com4 days ago

A 24-year-old delivery partner has been arrested in Bengaluru for sexually assaulting a cow on a roadside, an incident that came to light after a video went viral on social media, prompting police to take suo motu action.

Autopsy confirms Twisha died due to hanging, injuries found on body

Autopsy confirms Twisha died due to hanging, injuries found on body

Rediff.com5 days ago

The post-mortem report of Twisha Sharma, who died in Bhopal, indicates 'antemortem hanging by ligature' as the cause of death, along with multiple blunt force injuries. Police investigation and family accusations continue.

Bank Must Pay For ATM Failure: Consumer Court

Bank Must Pay For ATM Failure: Consumer Court

Rediff.com2 days ago

A consumer court in New Delhi has directed the Bank of India to refund Rs 10,000 to a woman and provide additional compensation for a failed ATM transaction that was not reversed for several months, citing deficiency in service and violation of RBI guidelines.

Wanted for 12 yrs, Guj murder convict built career in Bollywood, web series

Wanted for 12 yrs, Guj murder convict built career in Bollywood, web series

Rediff.com4 days ago

A murder case convict, who jumped parole in 2014 and started doing supporting roles in Bollywood films, including those made by prominent production houses, after changing his identity, was arrested in Ahmedabad 12 years later, police said on Thursday.

Daughter-In-Law Of Retired Judge Found Dead In Bhopal; Murder Alleged

Daughter-In-Law Of Retired Judge Found Dead In Bhopal; Murder Alleged

Rediff.com14 May 2026

The daughter-in-law of a retired judge was found dead in her husband's Bhopal home, with her family alleging murder. Police are investigating the circumstances surrounding her death.

Lawyers ask Supreme Court to retract remarks on greens stalling development

Lawyers ask Supreme Court to retract remarks on greens stalling development

Rediff.com4 days ago

A group of lawyers and activists have petitioned the Chief Justice of India to retract recent Supreme Court remarks that cast doubt on the legitimacy of environmental pleas against developmental projects.

US, Iran close in on 60-day truce deal; Hormuz reopening on cards

US, Iran close in on 60-day truce deal; Hormuz reopening on cards

Rediff.com1 days ago

A high-stakes memorandum for a 60-day ceasefire between the United States and Iran is in its final stages, with negotiators working to close remaining gaps and avert further escalation in the region, including reopening of the Strait of Hormuz and the resumption of Iranian oil sales, according to an Axios report citing US officials.

NEET Aspirant Dies By Suicide; Exam Cancellation Suspected

NEET Aspirant Dies By Suicide; Exam Cancellation Suspected

Rediff.com15 May 2026

A 20-year-old NEET aspirant allegedly died by suicide at her home in Delhi after the NEET exam was cancelled. Family members suspect the cancellation of the national entrance test led to her taking this extreme step.

Bullet train image at Rail Bhawan: What it really is

Bullet train image at Rail Bhawan: What it really is

Rediff.com6 days ago

Railway Board officials clarify that a bullet train image at Rail Bhawan is representational, not the actual design, contrary to media reports.

Mutual funds' stock market lead over LIC widens for fifth year in a row

Mutual funds' stock market lead over LIC widens for fifth year in a row

Rediff.com8 hours ago

India's mutual fund industry has significantly increased its share of public trading in the stock market, widening its lead over the Life Insurance Corporation of India (LIC) for the fifth consecutive year. While LIC's share of free-float listed shares has fallen to 7.42% as of March 2026, the mutual fund industry's share has surged to 22.92% from 7.06% in 2012.

UCC Bill tabled in Assam; polygamy ban, live-in registration proposed

UCC Bill tabled in Assam; polygamy ban, live-in registration proposed

Rediff.com43 minutes ago

The opposition parties, including Congress, Raijor Dal and Trinamool Congress, opposed the move and demanded wider consultation with all the stakeholders before its introduction.

Cracks in TMC? Senior MP quits party post, takes swipe at I-PAC

Cracks in TMC? Senior MP quits party post, takes swipe at I-PAC

Rediff.com9 hours ago

Senior TMC MP Kakoli Ghosh Dastidar has resigned as the Barasat organisational district president, taking 'moral responsibility' for the party's poor performance in the recent West Bengal assembly polls. Her resignation letter and subsequent comments sharply criticised the party's campaign strategy, the influence of election strategist I-PAC, and alleged criminalisation within the party, calling for a return to 'street politics' and engagement with 'honest, old and dedicated workers'.

Schoolgirl Dies By Suicide After Alleged Harassment In Gurugram

Schoolgirl Dies By Suicide After Alleged Harassment In Gurugram

Rediff.com8 May 2026

A 17-year-old schoolgirl in Gurugram, India, allegedly died by suicide after being harassed, according to police reports. Investigations are underway, focusing on chats found on her mobile phone and a note indicating threats from a young man.

Court Sentences Bangladeshi National For Illegal Entry, Forgery

Court Sentences Bangladeshi National For Illegal Entry, Forgery

Rediff.com3 days ago

A court in Mumbai sentenced a Bangladeshi national to seven months in jail for illegally entering India and working abroad with forged documents, highlighting concerns about national security.

'It just didn't work out': MI batting coach Pollard breaks silence on Hardik Pandya's IPL 2026 captaincy

'It just didn't work out': MI batting coach Pollard breaks silence on Hardik Pandya's IPL 2026 captaincy

Rediff.com21 hours ago

Batting coach Kieron Pollard admitted that Hardik Pandya's leadership stint 'has not gone as well' as either the player or the franchise would have hoped after Mumbai Indians' disastrous IPL 2026 campaign ended with yet another defeat.

BJP Leader Found Hanging In Rajasthan; Police Investigate

BJP Leader Found Hanging In Rajasthan; Police Investigate

Rediff.com17 May 2026

A BJP leader, Arjun Singh Maida, was found dead in Rajasthan's Banswara district. Police are investigating the circumstances surrounding his death, including a possible argument with his wife and the presence of injury marks on his body.

NEET Paper Leak: Court Remands Coaching Centre Founder To CBI Custody

NEET Paper Leak: Court Remands Coaching Centre Founder To CBI Custody

Rediff.com6 days ago

A Delhi court has remanded Shivraj Raghunath, founder of Renukai Career Centre, to nine days' CBI custody in connection with the NEET paper leak case. The CBI is investigating the source of the leaked papers and the involvement of other individuals.

Cockroach Janta Party founder says all accounts, website taken down

Cockroach Janta Party founder says all accounts, website taken down

Rediff.com1 days ago

The Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) alleges a crackdown, reporting hacking incidents and account takedowns across its social media platforms following a campaign against the Union Education Minister.

AI Engineering Or CSE: Which Is Better As A Career?

AI Engineering Or CSE: Which Is Better As A Career?

Rediff.com5 days ago

rediffGURU Pankaj Vyavahare, career counsellor and life coach at the Bhagirath Counselling Centre, counsels students on how to make informed career choices.

BMW M440i Convertible Review: For The Ultimate Thrill Seeker?

BMW M440i Convertible Review: For The Ultimate Thrill Seeker?

Rediff.com6 days ago

While being more expensive than its four-door sibling, the M440i convertible is more exotic with its looks, and being a convertible certainly adds to the driving experience, says Somnath Chatterjee.

India's Economic Growth Credible, Digital Infra Accelerating: Tata Consumer Products Chairman

India's Economic Growth Credible, Digital Infra Accelerating: Tata Consumer Products Chairman

Rediff.com6 days ago

N Chandrasekaran, chairman of Tata Consumer Products (TCPL), stated that India continues to experience credible economic growth, driven by strong demographic fundamentals and accelerating digital public infrastructure, despite a fragmented global landscape.

Rinku's Emotional Note To Late Father

Rinku's Emotional Note To Late Father

Rediff.com10 Mar 2026

'Bohot miss karunga aapko Papa... bohot zyada,' Rinku posted on Instagram.

Burglary At Ex-Union Minister's House Raises Security Concerns

Burglary At Ex-Union Minister's House Raises Security Concerns

Rediff.com4 days ago

The house of former Union Minister and senior Congress leader Santosh Chowdhary in Hoshiarpur was allegedly broken into by unidentified persons who vandalised property and committed theft. Police have registered a case and are investigating.

'Sad that they have not learnt their lessons': SC raps NTA over NEET leak

'Sad that they have not learnt their lessons': SC raps NTA over NEET leak

Rediff.com1 hour ago

The Supreme Court on Monday said it was sad that National Testing Agency has not learn lessons from the earlier NEET paper leak as it sought response from the Centre, NTA and Central Bureau of Investigation on pleas for replacement of the testing agency with a robust and autonomous body to conduct the medical entrance exam.

Modi sets 2047 deadline, warns ministers against delays

Modi sets 2047 deadline, warns ministers against delays

Rediff.com3 days ago

Prime Minister Narendra Modi chaired a meeting with his council of ministers, focusing on enhancing 'Ease of Living' and 'Ease of Doing Business' and setting the goal of a developed India by 2047.

Bengaluru Firm Duped Of Rs 3 Crore In Gold Jewellery Scam

Bengaluru Firm Duped Of Rs 3 Crore In Gold Jewellery Scam

Rediff.com5 days ago

A gold jewellery firm in Bengaluru was allegedly cheated of Rs 3 crore by three men posing as wholesale buyers who decamped with ornaments.

How Long Will The BJP's Political Dominance Last?

How Long Will The BJP's Political Dominance Last?

Rediff.com4 days ago

Pollster Pradeep Gupta predicts the BJP's current political dominance, which began in 2014, is likely to last at least 20 years, drawing parallels with the Congress's long period of power.

IPL 2026, RR vs MI, Preview: All eyes on Sooryavanshi, Jaiswal as RR go for broke against MI

IPL 2026, RR vs MI, Preview: All eyes on Sooryavanshi, Jaiswal as RR go for broke against MI

Rediff.com1 days ago

Rajasthan Royals aim to secure their play-offs spot in the Indian Premier League as they face Mumbai Indians. A win is crucial for Rajasthan, while Mumbai seeks a consolation victory.

'Sooryavanshi doesn't really have to run between the wickets too much!'

'Sooryavanshi doesn't really have to run between the wickets too much!'

Rediff.com1 days ago

Rajasthan Royals assistant coach Trevor Penney discusses Vaibhav Sooryavanshi's potential to break Chris Gayle's IPL sixes record and the team's approach to managing the young talent.

Haryana CM Warns Action Against Officials Causing Public Harassment

Haryana CM Warns Action Against Officials Causing Public Harassment

Rediff.com4 days ago

Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini has warned of strict action against government officials and employees who repeatedly make citizens visit offices to get their work done. He emphasised the government's commitment to holistic development and ensuring welfare schemes reach all eligible citizens during a 'Jan Samvad' programme in Kurukshetra district.

Akasa Air Staff Arrested In Rs 2.58 Crore Gold Theft

Akasa Air Staff Arrested In Rs 2.58 Crore Gold Theft

Rediff.com2 days ago

Eight people have been arrested in Ahmedabad for allegedly stealing 2.1 kilograms of gold jewellery worth Rs 2.58 crore from an Akasa Air cargo shipment. The theft involved a pre-planned racket, with two Akasa Air employees among those arrested. The airline has terminated their services and is cooperating with the police investigation.

BCCI May Switch Under-23 Tournament To T20 Format

BCCI May Switch Under-23 Tournament To T20 Format

Rediff.com7 days ago

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) is considering changing the national Under-23 men's 50-over tournament to a T20 format from the upcoming domestic season.

West Asia Conflict Caused Sri Lankan Rupee's Fall, Says Government

West Asia Conflict Caused Sri Lankan Rupee's Fall, Says Government

Rediff.com3 days ago

The Sri Lankan government attributes the sharp depreciation of the rupee against the US dollar to the ongoing conflict in West Asia, citing increased costs for essential imports like gas, fertiliser, and oil.

Why Delhi Court Acquitted Five In 2018 Bank Dacoity Case

Why Delhi Court Acquitted Five In 2018 Bank Dacoity Case

Rediff.com3 days ago

A Delhi court acquitted five men accused in a 2018 dacoity-cum-murder case at a Corporation Bank branch, citing the prosecution's failure to establish their involvement beyond a reasonable doubt. Key eyewitnesses and bank staff could not identify the accused during the trial.

Air India flight makes emergency landing in Delhi after engine fire scare

Air India flight makes emergency landing in Delhi after engine fire scare

Rediff.com3 days ago

An Air India flight from Bengaluru carrying 160 passengers made an emergency landing at Delhi airport due to a suspected engine fire, while another Air India aircraft suffered a tail strike in Bengaluru.