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Shashi Tharoor's security attacked during campaign in Keralam

Shashi Tharoor's security attacked during campaign in Keralam

Rediff.com4 hours ago

Congress MP Shashi Tharoor's gunman and driver were allegedly attacked by a group in Kerala. Police have registered a case and taken one person into custody.

Fleming on CSK's strategy, and changing role of finishers in T20s

Fleming on CSK's strategy, and changing role of finishers in T20s

Rediff.com4 hours ago

Chennai Super Kings coach Stephen Fleming discusses the evolving strategies in T20 cricket, the diminishing role of traditional finishers, and the impact of the 'Impact Player' rule on the balance between batting and bowling.

War, Elections Take Backseat As IPL Fever Reigns Supreme

War, Elections Take Backseat As IPL Fever Reigns Supreme

Rediff.com4 hours ago

In crowded Mumbai trains, passengers, despite being crushed and unable to breathe, watch the IPL action on their phones. Oxygen may be optional, but the live score is not.

Court Grants Police Custody of Director Ranjith in Harassment Case

Court Grants Police Custody of Director Ranjith in Harassment Case

Rediff.com5 hours ago

A court in Kochi has granted three-day police custody of director Ranjith, who was arrested following allegations of sexual harassment on a film set. The court will consider his bail plea later.

Easter Recipes: Chicken Bhuna Masala, Mutton Korma

Easter Recipes: Chicken Bhuna Masala, Mutton Korma

Rediff.com5 hours ago

Easter celebrations in north Indian Christian households are special in their own way. The reflective period of Lent is followed by joyful, food-rich celebrations with strong community and family bonding.

Shyam Sunder Swami Wins Bronze in Thrilling Playoff at World Archery Para Series

Shyam Sunder Swami Wins Bronze in Thrilling Playoff at World Archery Para Series

Rediff.com5 hours ago

Shyam Sunder Swami won a bronze medal for India at the World Archery Para Series in Bangkok, defeating teammate Rakesh Kumar in a close playoff. Anjum Tanwar finished fourth in the W1 women's individual event.

'Force Americans to withdraw': Iran warns of crushing strikes on US assets

'Force Americans to withdraw': Iran warns of crushing strikes on US assets

Rediff.com5 hours ago

The central headquarters of the Iranian armed forces has issued a stark warning to the United States and its regional partners following recent threats made by President Donald Trump, state broadcaster Press TV reported.

Panchayat 5 Filming Begins

Panchayat 5 Filming Begins

Rediff.com5 hours ago

The much-loved OTT series Panchayat promises fresh challenges for Abhishek as he navigates a vengeful leadership and unfinished business in Phulera while still aspiring to complete his MBA.

'Punjab Kings playing to impress each other, not others outside'

'Punjab Kings playing to impress each other, not others outside'

Rediff.com5 hours ago

Punjab Kings captain Shreyas Iyer attributes the team's early-season IPL success to internal competition and a desire to impress each other, rather than external validation, after securing their second consecutive win.

IPL 2026: Not Sachin! Arjun Tendulkar Reveals His Batting Hero

IPL 2026: Not Sachin! Arjun Tendulkar Reveals His Batting Hero

Rediff.com5 hours ago

Arjun Tendulkar discusses his admiration for Yuvraj Singh, his move to Lucknow Super Giants for more opportunities, and how he handles social media criticism.

'We're in war': Trump says downing of US jet not to affect Iran talks

'We're in war': Trump says downing of US jet not to affect Iran talks

Rediff.com5 hours ago

US President Donald Trump has asserted that the destruction of an American military aircraft will have no bearing on diplomatic discussions with Iran, according to a report by NBC News.

Vaazha 2 Review: An Improved, Crowd-Pleasing Sequel That Hits All the Right Notes

Vaazha 2 Review: An Improved, Crowd-Pleasing Sequel That Hits All the Right Notes

Rediff.com5 hours ago

Vaazha 2 grows beyond the shadow of its predecessor by refining its tone, strengthening its themes and delivering more assured emotional beats and performances, notes Sreeju Sudhakaran.

India Braces for Record Power Demand, Risks Galore

India Braces for Record Power Demand, Risks Galore

Rediff.com5 hours ago

India's peak power demand is projected to hit 270 GW this summer, surpassing last year's record of 250 GW.

Jharkhand Vet Found Dead in Forest, Police Suspect Murder

Jharkhand Vet Found Dead in Forest, Police Suspect Murder

Rediff.com5 hours ago

A 58-year-old veterinarian was found dead in a forest in Jharkhand's Chatra district. Police suspect murder due to injury marks on the victim's face.

Thane Man Loses 71 Lakh in Elaborate Cyber Fraud

Thane Man Loses 71 Lakh in Elaborate Cyber Fraud

Rediff.com6 hours ago

A 42-year-old man from Thane, Maharashtra, was allegedly defrauded of 71.1 lakh by cyber criminals posing as CBI officers who threatened to implicate him in a false case.

Punjab Kings skipper Shreyas Iyer gets hefty penalty for slow over-rate

Punjab Kings skipper Shreyas Iyer gets hefty penalty for slow over-rate

Rediff.com6 hours ago

Punjab Kings captain Shreyas Iyer has been fined Rs 24 lakh for a slow over-rate during their IPL 2026 match against Chennai Super Kings. This marks the team's second over-rate offence this season, leading to enhanced penalties for the captain and other players.

The Most Vicious Phase Of The War Is About To Begin

The Most Vicious Phase Of The War Is About To Begin

Rediff.com6 hours ago

The big question is whether Trump is any longer in command of the situation. For all practical purposes, the war seems set to cascade as the US is preparing for a potential ground operation in Iran and threatens to destroy 'bridges next, then electric power plants', points out Ambassador M K Bhadrakumar.

Delhi Police Nab 'Ganja' Salim After Brief Gunfight

Delhi Police Nab 'Ganja' Salim After Brief Gunfight

Rediff.com6 hours ago

A notorious criminal, Mohammad Salim alias 'Ganja', with numerous murder and burglary cases against him, was arrested in Delhi after a brief shootout with the Special Task Force (STF).

China Snaps Up Iran Oil, India Misses

China Snaps Up Iran Oil, India Misses

Rediff.com6 hours ago

Indian refiners have access to only limited Iranian volumes compared with Russian oil, and even the barrels on offer come with 'too many hassles'.

Kangana Ranaut To Star In Queen Sequel

Kangana Ranaut To Star In Queen Sequel

Rediff.com7 hours ago

Kangana Ranaut is poised to reprise her iconic role in a highly anticipated sequel to the 2014 blockbuster Queen.

Punjab Kings skipper Shreyas Iyer gets hefty penalty for slow over-rate

Punjab Kings skipper Shreyas Iyer gets hefty penalty for slow over-rate

Rediff.com7 hours ago

Punjab Kings captain Shreyas Iyer has been fined Rs 24 lakh for a slow over-rate during their IPL 2026 match against Chennai Super Kings. This marks the team's second over-rate offence this season, leading to enhanced penalties for the captain and other players.

Sonam Kapoor Cradles Her Baby Boy

Sonam Kapoor Cradles Her Baby Boy

Rediff.com7 hours ago

Sonam Kapoor and husband Anand Ahuja have joyfully welcomed their second son, with Sonam sharing the first heartwarming glimpse of the newborn and expressing profound gratitude to the medical team at the H N Reliance Hospital for their exceptional care.

Gaurav Gogoi: 'There's A Growing Fatigue With Divisive Politics'

Gaurav Gogoi: 'There's A Growing Fatigue With Divisive Politics'

Rediff.com7 hours ago

'Never before has the Congress been part of a rainbow coalition, and the response from the people has been overwhelming.' 'Assam's diversity cannot be represented by a single voice -- it requires a collective effort, and that is what we are building.'

Manipur Police Arrest Four Militants in Border Region

Manipur Police Arrest Four Militants in Border Region

Rediff.com7 hours ago

Police in Manipur, India, have arrested four militants from various groups near the Myanmar border in the Tengnoupal district, as part of ongoing efforts to combat extortion and criminal activities.

Jio IPO Set To Break All Records

Jio IPO Set To Break All Records

Rediff.com7 hours ago

Only 2.5 per cent of the equity in Jio Platforms will be offloaded through the OFS route -- meant for secondary share sale.

Iran rejects Pak mediation, shifts focus to Qatar as tensions escalate

Iran rejects Pak mediation, shifts focus to Qatar as tensions escalate

Rediff.com7 hours ago

Islamabad's attempt to position itself as a mediator in the West Asia conflict has come to naught with the Iranian side refusing to meet any US-led delegation in Pakistan, reports the Wall Street Journal.

Cristiano Ronaldo scores twice in Al Nassr's win after injury return

Cristiano Ronaldo scores twice in Al Nassr's win after injury return

Rediff.com8 hours ago

Cristiano Ronaldo scored twice in his return from injury, helping Al Nassr secure a 5-2 victory over Al Najma in the Saudi Pro League.

When Pakistan Army Chief Bajwa Backed Peace Over Conflict With India

When Pakistan Army Chief Bajwa Backed Peace Over Conflict With India

Rediff.com8 hours ago

As he settled down to his job as army chief, General Qamar Javed Bajwa -- who died last week; his passing did not merit even an obituary in major print or electronic media in Pakistan! -- developed a vision of reducing his country's and his institution, the army's traditional hostility toward India, points out Rana Banerji, who headed the Pakistan desk at RA&W.

IPL 2026: CSK vs PBKS: Mumbai Boys Shine in Chennai

IPL 2026: CSK vs PBKS: Mumbai Boys Shine in Chennai

Rediff.com8 hours ago

Mumbai cricketers stole the spotlight in a thrilling IPL 2026 match, as Ayush Mhatre, Sarfaraz Khan and Shivam Dube shone for Chennai Super Kings, while Shreyas Iyer guided Punjab Kings to victory.

Punjab BJP office blast: Police identify two suspects

Punjab BJP office blast: Police identify two suspects

Rediff.com14 hours ago

Chandigarh police have identified two suspects in connection with the blast outside the Punjab BJP headquarters. The suspects, identified as Gurtej Singh and Amanpreet Singh, are currently being sought by authorities. The incident occurred on Wednesday, with no reported casualties.

MP Congress MLA disqualified after bank fraud conviction

MP Congress MLA disqualified after bank fraud conviction

Rediff.com14 hours ago

Madhya Pradesh Congress MLA Rajendra Bharti has been disqualified from the state legislative assembly after being convicted in a bank fraud case involving the tampering of bank records. The disqualification has sparked a political row, with the Congress party alleging a violation of democratic process.

3 drug addicts held for murder of 78-year-old Buddhist monk in Himachal

3 drug addicts held for murder of 78-year-old Buddhist monk in Himachal

Rediff.com14 hours ago

Three individuals have been apprehended in connection with the murder of a 78-year-old Buddhist monk in the Mandi district of Himachal Pradesh. The suspects, all reportedly drug addicts, allegedly committed the crime to obtain money for drugs.

US crew member rescued after Iran F-15E downing; search on for 2nd airman

US crew member rescued after Iran F-15E downing; search on for 2nd airman

Rediff.com14 hours ago

US forces have launched search and rescue efforts for a US fighter jet, which several news outlets, including the Wall Street Journal and CNN, said had been shot down over Iran.

Iran rejects US proposal for 48-hour ceasefire as tension escalates

Iran rejects US proposal for 48-hour ceasefire as tension escalates

Rediff.com15 hours ago

Iran has formally turned down a proposal from the United States for a 48-hour ceasefire, according to Al Jazeera, citing reports from the semi-official Fars news agency.

EC notice to Kerala LDF convener over hate announcement during campaigning

EC notice to Kerala LDF convener over hate announcement during campaigning

Rediff.com15 hours ago

The Election Commission has issued a notice to LDF convener T P Ramakrishnan, contesting from Perambra, following a complaint about a recorded announcement from a campaign vehicle alleging communal campaigning by the IUML.

Delhi man, son held for honour killing of 19-year-old woman

Delhi man, son held for honour killing of 19-year-old woman

Rediff.com15 hours ago

Delhi Police have arrested a man and his son for allegedly murdering his 19-year-old daughter in what appears to be an honour killing case in Hari Nagar, west Delhi. The victim was allegedly killed for being in a relationship her family disapproved of.

5.9 earthquake shakes Delhi, other north Indian cities; no injuries, damage

5.9 earthquake shakes Delhi, other north Indian cities; no injuries, damage

Rediff.com15 hours ago

A 5.9 magnitude earthquake with its epicentre in Afghanistan jolted several parts of north India, including Delhi, Jammu and Kashmir, Punjab, and Haryana, on Friday night. While tremors were felt, no immediate reports of damage or casualties have emerged.

Noah Thain Enters Record Books As First Injury Substitute In English County Cricket

Noah Thain Enters Record Books As First Injury Substitute In English County Cricket

Rediff.com16 hours ago

Essex all-rounder Noah Thain became the first injury substitute in county cricket, replacing injured captain Tom Westley in a match against Hampshire.

Heartbreak! India lose to Bangladesh on penalties in SAFF Under-20 Final

Heartbreak! India lose to Bangladesh on penalties in SAFF Under-20 Final

Rediff.com16 hours ago

The Indian Under-20 football team lost to Bangladesh in a penalty shootout in the SAFF men's U-20 Championship final after a goalless draw.

IPL 2026: Jaiswal-Sooryavanshi on brink of IPL history

IPL 2026: Jaiswal-Sooryavanshi on brink of IPL history

Rediff.com16 hours ago

Rajasthan Royals' openers Yashasvi Jaiswal and Vaibhav Sooryavanshi need just three runs to become the fastest pair in the history of IPL to reach 500 partnership runs in terms of balls taken.