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I Did Not Have Surgery: Amitabh Bachchan

I Did Not Have Surgery: Amitabh Bachchan

Rediff.com1 days ago

Bollywood megastar Amitabh Bachchan has clarified that he is 'fine' and did not undergo any surgery, attributing recent health concerns among fans to a 'misunderstood post' where he was drawing a parallel between a champion's loss and the recovery period after an ICU incident.

QRT Marksmen Ready For CJP Protestors

QRT Marksmen Ready For CJP Protestors

Rediff.com2 days ago

The Delhi police has tightened security around Parliament to thwart the Cockroach Janta Party's march to Parliament on Monday, July 20, 2026.

Andy Burnham takes charge as UK PM, promises 'circuit breaker' for Britain

Andy Burnham takes charge as UK PM, promises 'circuit breaker' for Britain

Rediff.com2 days ago

Andy Burnham has officially taken office as the new UK Prime Minister, pledging to make politics more about problem-solving and usher in a 'circuit breaker' moment for the country with significant political and economic changes.

Hazare writes to Modi; says minister's exit won't weaken govt, favours talks

Hazare writes to Modi; says minister's exit won't weaken govt, favours talks

Rediff.com8 hours ago

Social activist Anna Hazare on Wednesday wrote a letter to Prime Minister Narendra Modi, saying violence and police action during the students' ongoing protest in Delhi were "deeply distressing", and asserted that "dialogue" was always preferable to confrontation in a democracy.

Children in uniform to senior citizens, thousands join CJP's 'Chalo Sansad' protest

Children in uniform to senior citizens, thousands join CJP's 'Chalo Sansad' protest

Rediff.com2 days ago

Thousands of protesters, including children, students, and the elderly, gathered in central Delhi for the Cockroach Janta Party's 'Chalo Sansad' march towards Parliament. The protest, coinciding with the Monsoon Session, led to clashes with police, who used tear gas and lathi-charge, resulting in injuries to both sides and suspension of internet services. Despite police action and barricades, protesters repeatedly attempted to reach Parliament, leading to a day-long standoff.

Modi 'most anti-youth' PM: Rahul slams police action against CJP protesters

Modi 'most anti-youth' PM: Rahul slams police action against CJP protesters

Rediff.com2 days ago

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on Monday dubbed Prime Minister Narendra Modi as the "most anti-youth" PM in the country's history as he accused the government of not just failing the youth but also pouncing on them.

First Biotech Startups Receive Funding Under India's Rs 1 Trillion R&D Fund

First Biotech Startups Receive Funding Under India's Rs 1 Trillion R&D Fund

Rediff.com17 hours ago

The Biotechnology Industry Research Assistance Council (BIRAC) has chosen seven to eight biotechnology startups as the initial group to receive funding from the government's ~1 trillion Research, Development and Innovation (RDI) Fund, with an average investment of approximately ~25 crore per startup.

Dinesh Hingoo: 'Johnny Lever Considers Me His Mentor'

Dinesh Hingoo: 'Johnny Lever Considers Me His Mentor'

Rediff.com1 days ago

'I was very close to Kader Khan. Whenever he wrote dialogues and scenes, he would often write my name next to certain roles. He would personally recommend me to directors. Such was his stature that directors would immediately pay attention to his suggestions.'

Jaishankar raises market access, trade imbalance in talks with Yi

Jaishankar raises market access, trade imbalance in talks with Yi

Rediff.com20 hours ago

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar met his Chinese counterpart Wang Yi in Manila, reiterating that peace and tranquillity in border areas are prerequisites for normal India-China relations. He stressed the importance of mutual respect, interest, and sensitivity, while also raising concerns about market access, trade imbalance, and supply chain uncertainties.

HC denies relief to Shiv Sena corporator in doctor assault case

HC denies relief to Shiv Sena corporator in doctor assault case

Rediff.com11 hours ago

"Let him be inside for some more time," the Bombay high court said on Wednesday while continuing its stay to the bail granted to Shiv Sena corporator Ramesh Mhatre who is accused of assaulting doctors and staff at a municipal hospital in Dombivli. It also ordered preservation of the CCTV footage of the July 6 incident and the footage of Mhatre's own hospital stay after his arrest.

How Spain Threw a Party for Their World Champions...

How Spain Threw a Party for Their World Champions...

Rediff.com2 days ago

Spain's national football team celebrated their second World Cup victory with a massive parade through Madrid, drawing nearly two million ecstatic fans. The players, fresh from their 1-0 win over Argentina, were also greeted by King Felipe and Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez, who praised their achievement and looked forward to future successes.

'Obsession Ending Was Much Darker In Which Nikki...'

'Obsession Ending Was Much Darker In Which Nikki...'

Rediff.com4 days ago

The scene was ultimately dropped in favour of the ending in which Nikki survives.

JD Vance, wife Usha welcome fourth child

JD Vance, wife Usha welcome fourth child

Rediff.com3 days ago

The birth of Alec Neel Vance marks a historic event, being the first time in modern history a US Vice-President has had a child while in office.

12 dead, several missing as flash floods, landslides hit Poonch, Rajouri

12 dead, several missing as flash floods, landslides hit Poonch, Rajouri

Rediff.com3 days ago

Incessant overnight rainfall has triggered severe flash floods and landslides in Jammu and Kashmir's Poonch and Rajouri districts, resulting in at least eight fatalities and six people missing, prompting Chief Minister Omar Abdullah to cut short his Delhi visit to personally monitor the situation.

'This is do or die': CJP protesters defy teargas, lathi-charge

'This is do or die': CJP protesters defy teargas, lathi-charge

Rediff.com2 days ago

Several protesters alleged they were detained or manhandled during the march, with some claiming they suffered injuries.

Sreeleela, Priyanka Chopra Flirt With...

Sreeleela, Priyanka Chopra Flirt With...

Rediff.com21 hours ago

Some people celebrate National Mango Day by devouring the king of fruits. Fashion girls celebrate it by dressing like one.

Two dead, 5 fall ill amid crowd surge, rain-hit Rath Yatra in Puri

Two dead, 5 fall ill amid crowd surge, rain-hit Rath Yatra in Puri

Rediff.com6 days ago

One person died and many others fell ill in a temporary crowd surge during the Rath Yatra celebrations in Odisha's Puri on Thursday, official sources said.

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi did what no one ever has: Harbhajan

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi did what no one ever has: Harbhajan

Rediff.com18 hours ago

Former India spinner Harbhajan Singh has lauded teenage batting sensation Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, calling him an "unbelievable" talent for his fearless approach to cricket. Harbhajan highlighted Sooryavanshi's confidence, recalling an instance where the young batsman declared he would smash the first ball of his IPL career, and then proceeded to hit a six.

Pro-CJP protests in Mumbai, Sena-UBT says FIRs being filed

Pro-CJP protests in Mumbai, Sena-UBT says FIRs being filed

Rediff.com1 days ago

Mumbai witnessed a second consecutive day of protests by Opposition parties and residents, demanding the resignation of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan over the NEET fiasco and condemning the police crackdown on a CJP-led march in Delhi.

Modi breaks silence on NEET row, calls paper leaks 'ghor paap'

Modi breaks silence on NEET row, calls paper leaks 'ghor paap'

Rediff.com1 days ago

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has affirmed strong action against NEET paper leak culprits and urged state governments to collaborate with the Centre to prevent future incidents, emphasising national interest over party politics. He highlighted the successful re-examination and arrests made.

Doctor, Home Guards, Lawyer Among 19 Arrested in Bilaspur Snakebite Compensation Scam

Doctor, Home Guards, Lawyer Among 19 Arrested in Bilaspur Snakebite Compensation Scam

Rediff.com1 days ago

Nineteen individuals, including a doctor, two home guards, and a lawyer, have been arrested in Chhattisgarh's Bilaspur district for allegedly orchestrating a scam that involved forging post-mortem reports to fraudulently claim Rs 64 lakh in snakebite compensation.

Spain's World Cup party turns tragic, 13-YO boy dies

Spain's World Cup party turns tragic, 13-YO boy dies

Rediff.com2 days ago

A 13-year-old boy was killed and two others injured in Ciudad Rodrigo, Spain, when a fountain collapsed during celebrations for Spain's FIFA World Cup 2026 victory. The tragic incident cast a shadow over nationwide festivities after Spain secured its second World Cup title with a 1-0 win over Argentina.

Kejriwal meets Wangchuk; alleges exam system collapsed in past 5 yrs

Kejriwal meets Wangchuk; alleges exam system collapsed in past 5 yrs

Rediff.com6 days ago

Security has been increased at Jantar Mantar in New Delhi ahead of Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal's visit to meet activist Sonam Wangchuk, who is on a hunger strike protesting NEET irregularities. Kejriwal has expressed support for the protest and its demand for the Union Education Minister's resignation.

'Dhurandhar's Shararat Is Receiving So Much Love'

'Dhurandhar's Shararat Is Receiving So Much Love'

Rediff.com21 hours ago

'The song in Stree was written in the script... So it was not like some other films where it suddenly cuts to a song. This song moves the story forward.'

Tom Holland: 'The Odyssey Is Epic'

Tom Holland: 'The Odyssey Is Epic'

Rediff.com7 days ago

'For a community of people that love cinema as much as you guys do here, this will be one of those moments you'll be comparing every cinema experience you have after this one to The Odyssey.'

Did AR Rahman Predict A National Award For Maidaan?

Did AR Rahman Predict A National Award For Maidaan?

Rediff.com2 days ago

'As soon as Rahmanji heard these lines, he said, 'Manojji, this is your National Award.' Nobody knows who is going to get the National Award but there was such a prophecy. When I think about it, I get goosebumps.'

Assam Floods: Baby Born Inside Tea Factory

Assam Floods: Baby Born Inside Tea Factory

Rediff.com1 days ago

The devastating floods sweeping Assam's Upper Assam region have exposed the humanitarian crisis unfolding in the state's tea gardens, with a pregnant worker delivering her baby inside a tea factory after rising floodwaters cut off access to a hospital.

Police use lathi charge, tear gas to break up CJP's march; several injured, detained

Police use lathi charge, tear gas to break up CJP's march; several injured, detained

Rediff.com2 days ago

Police forces from several adjoining districts were requisitioned to man key junctions, sensitive locations and government buildings in the Lutyens' area ahead of the march.

Three Heart Lessons I'll Never Forget

Three Heart Lessons I'll Never Forget

Rediff.com1 days ago

This is the great tragic flaw in how we handle medical emergencies. The golden hour is wasted. People get a chest pain and they call their family doctor. Or they drag the patient to a small local clinic that doesn't have the equipment. What people don't realise is that in an emergency, you don't need advice. You need a large hospital.

How Mumbai's Siddhivinayak Temple Counts Cash, Donations

How Mumbai's Siddhivinayak Temple Counts Cash, Donations

Rediff.com6 days ago

'Earlier, people used to hand money directly to priests after a ritual, and priests would keep it in their own pockets. We completely stopped that practice.'

0%, 100%, 200%: Trump's new generic drug tariff may hit India

0%, 100%, 200%: Trump's new generic drug tariff may hit India

Rediff.com1 days ago

US President Donald Trump announced steep tariffs on imported generic medicines, effective from August 2028, with the aim of boosting domestic pharmaceutical production. This policy, which includes a phased increase in tariffs up to 200 per cent, could significantly impact India, a major global supplier of generic drugs to the US market.

Confident Kujur ignores fastest-man tag, targets Commonwealth, Asian Games glory

Confident Kujur ignores fastest-man tag, targets Commonwealth, Asian Games glory

Rediff.com17 hours ago

Focused on success at the Commonwealth and Asian Games, Animesh Kujur is unconcerned by the fastest-man debate, believing his performances on the biggest stages will speak for themselves.

J-K's Doda tense after SOG firing kills man; 3 cops hurt, internet suspended

J-K's Doda tense after SOG firing kills man; 3 cops hurt, internet suspended

Rediff.com5 days ago

A 30-year-old man was killed and three Special Operations Group (SOG) personnel were injured during a firing incident following an alleged attempt to snatch a service rifle in the Jaie area of Jammu and Kashmir's Doda district, officials said.

Amitabh Bachchan Undergoes Surgery: 'Homecoming Is Most Difficult'

Amitabh Bachchan Undergoes Surgery: 'Homecoming Is Most Difficult'

Rediff.com1 days ago

Amitabh Bachchan opens up about recent surgery: 'You are a revered champion and one day a defeat stares at you .. this is the most difficult phase of your life.'

'Focus On Things That Are In My Control': How Shubman Gill Handles Pressure

'Focus On Things That Are In My Control': How Shubman Gill Handles Pressure

Rediff.com3 days ago

Indian cricket captain Shubman Gill shared his approach to handling pressure, focusing on controllable factors and avoiding external influences.

'I've Seen Aamir Cry'

'I've Seen Aamir Cry'

Rediff.com15 Jul 2026

'Relationships are never as simple as outsiders imagine, and it's unfair to assume only one person is responsible when a marriage ends.'

Schoolchildren among 5 dead as train hits pool car in Murshidabad

Schoolchildren among 5 dead as train hits pool car in Murshidabad

Rediff.com5 days ago

Five people, including two school students, have died after a local train struck a pool car at an open level crossing in West Bengal's Murshidabad district. The gateman has been arrested, and a railway permanent way inspector suspended for alleged dereliction of duty.

Vijender Singh Warns Against 'Sycophancy' In Indian Boxing

Vijender Singh Warns Against 'Sycophancy' In Indian Boxing

Rediff.com21 hours ago

India's first Olympic boxing medallist, Vijender Singh, expresses deep concern over the future of male pugilists, citing a lack of competitions and a selection system he claims promotes 'sycophancy'. He argues that women boxers are currently outperforming men and are brighter medal prospects for the 2028 Olympics. Singh is highly critical of the new grading system, advocating for a return to the traditional trials-based selection process.

Imtiaz Ali: 'I Can Kill 25 People In A Minute On Screen, But...'

Imtiaz Ali: 'I Can Kill 25 People In A Minute On Screen, But...'

Rediff.com3 Jun 2026

'...depicting a love story is hard.'

Moments That Defined 2026 World Cup

Moments That Defined 2026 World Cup

Rediff.com1 days ago

From Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo to Cape Verde's fairytale run, VAR controversies and unforgettable fan moments, relive the memories that made the 2026 FIFA World Cup the biggest and most dramatic tournament in history.