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Penguin denies publishing Gen Naravane's book; FIR lodged

Penguin denies publishing Gen Naravane's book; FIR lodged

Rediff.com10 Feb 2026

Penguin Random House India (PRHI) has clarified that it holds the exclusive publishing rights to General Manoj Mukund Naravane's memoir, 'Four Stars of Destiny,' amid reports of unauthorized copies circulating. The publisher emphasized that the book has not been officially released and warned against copyright infringement.

Are You Looking To Build Your First Startup?

Are You Looking To Build Your First Startup?

Rediff.com1 days ago

rediffGURU Vishal Bisht, founder and CEO of IT services provider Marksman Technologies, recommends strategies to build a successful brand.

'Husband Shares Everything With His Best Friend'

'Husband Shares Everything With His Best Friend'

Rediff.com1 days ago

Both friendship and marriage have their own space and should not infringe on each other, says rediffGURU Ravi Mittal.

Why Threatening To Post Bathing Video Online Is Criminal Intimidation

Why Threatening To Post Bathing Video Online Is Criminal Intimidation

Rediff.com1 days ago

The Supreme Court has ruled that threatening to publish a video of a woman disrobing or bathing on social media constitutes criminal intimidation under the Indian Penal Code.

'I Tried To Initiate Closeness But She Seemed Uncomfortable'

'I Tried To Initiate Closeness But She Seemed Uncomfortable'

Rediff.com3 days ago

rediffGURU Anu Krishna, mind coach and co-founder of Unfear Changemakers, tells you how you can fix emotional distance in a relationship.

'Wife Spends On Maids, Shopping, Kitty Parties'

'Wife Spends On Maids, Shopping, Kitty Parties'

Rediff.com5 days ago

rediffGURU Anu Krishna, mind coach, relationship coach and co-founder of Unfear Changemakers, urges couples to openly discuss how to manage money in a relationship.

South India Industry Feels Absence of Bengal, Assam Workers

South India Industry Feels Absence of Bengal, Assam Workers

Rediff.com15 hours ago

South India's manufacturing, construction, and services sectors are grappling with severe labour shortages, prompting employers to offer attractive incentives like free air tickets and salary increments to lure migrant workers back from their home states after recent assembly elections.

Man Held In Meghalaya For Obscene Social Media Content

Man Held In Meghalaya For Obscene Social Media Content

Rediff.com3 days ago

A man in Meghalaya's East Garo Hills has been arrested for allegedly sharing obscene content on social media platforms. The accused, a resident of Williamnagar, is accused of uploading sexually explicit content targeting women using vulgar language. A case has been registered against him under the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita and the Information Technology Act, 2000.

Mouni Roy Addresses Separation Rumours: 'Give Us Space, Privacy'

Mouni Roy Addresses Separation Rumours: 'Give Us Space, Privacy'

Rediff.com13 May 2026

Actor Mouni Roy has issued her first statement regarding ongoing separation rumours with husband Suraj Nambiar, requesting privacy and urging media not to spread 'false narratives'.

Health Ministry: 42 Drug Samples Fail Quality Tests

Health Ministry: 42 Drug Samples Fail Quality Tests

Rediff.com2 days ago

The central drugs laboratories found 42 drug samples manufactured by various firms to be "not of standard quality (NSQ)" in its monthly drug alert for April, Union health ministry officials said on Thursday. Further, the state drug testing laboratories have identified 127 drug samples as NSQ, they said.

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

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

Rediff.com3 days ago

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

'Your Wife May Not Be Interested In Sex Because...'

'Your Wife May Not Be Interested In Sex Because...'

Rediff.com15 May 2026

rediffGURU Anu Krishna, mind coach and co-founder of Unfear Changemakers, explains to a 64-year-old male why older women lose interest in sex.

NCERT book row: SC modifies order banning academics

NCERT book row: SC modifies order banning academics

Rediff.com1 days ago

The Supreme Court has modified its previous order regarding three academics involved in a controversial NCERT textbook chapter on corruption in the judiciary, allowing government bodies to make independent decisions about their association with the academics.

Want To Improve Your Mood? Move!

Want To Improve Your Mood? Move!

Rediff.com1 days ago

An international study analysing data from 67 research groups worldwide has found that mood improves with everyday movement for most people, and people are more physically active when they are feeling better.

Two Arrested In Mizoram For Uploading Obscene Content

Two Arrested In Mizoram For Uploading Obscene Content

Rediff.com6 days ago

Mizoram Police have arrested two individuals for allegedly uploading obscene content on social media platforms. The arrests followed an investigation into YouTube accounts circulating sexually explicit material, leading to charges under the Information Technology Act and the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita.

Why Less Thinking Time Can Improve Strategic Decisions

Why Less Thinking Time Can Improve Strategic Decisions

Rediff.com2 days ago

A new study suggests that complex strategic decisions may be better when made with less thinking time, highlighting the role of intuition in decision-making.

New Covid-Like Virus Found In Bats

New Covid-Like Virus Found In Bats

Rediff.com5 days ago

Scientists stress there is currently no evidence of human infections, or community spread linked to the virus.

Assam publishes final voters list, drops over 2.43 lakh names

Assam publishes final voters list, drops over 2.43 lakh names

Rediff.com10 Feb 2026

The Election Commission of India has published the final voters list for Assam after a Special Revision, deleting over 2.43 lakh names from the draft roll. The final roll comprises nearly 2.49 crore voters, a decrease of 0.97 per cent from the draft roll.

Brainstem Region Found Crucial For Adapting To Change

Brainstem Region Found Crucial For Adapting To Change

Rediff.com1 days ago

A new study has identified a region in the brainstem, the structure connecting the brain to the spinal cord, that plays a crucial role in cognitive flexibility and the ability to adapt to changing conditions. Researchers found that the 'locus coeruleus' in the brainstem is central to how the brain switches between behavioural rules, impacting disorders like ADHD, depression, and OCD.

And That's The Origin Of Sex On Earth!

And That's The Origin Of Sex On Earth!

Rediff.com2 days ago

Canadian deep-sea fossils push the origin of animal sex and movement back 567 million years, rewriting early evolutionary timelines.

Sebi's Revised Methodology Boosts India's Household Savings Ratio

Sebi's Revised Methodology Boosts India's Household Savings Ratio

Rediff.com2 days ago

India's gross savings rate is projected to be nearly 47 basis points higher in FY25 than previously estimated, following the Securities and Exchange Board of India's (Sebi) revision of the methodology for calculating household savings routed through the securities market.

Rs 230 crore! Virat Kohli highest earning player in IPL history

Rs 230 crore! Virat Kohli highest earning player in IPL history

Rediff.com4 days ago

Virat Kohli has emerged as the highest earner in IPL history, grossing Rs 230 crore. Kolkata Knight Riders leads franchise valuations at over Rs 19,200 crore.

West Bengal To Overhaul Recruitment Process

West Bengal To Overhaul Recruitment Process

Rediff.com11 hours ago

West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari announced that the state government will introduce a new recruitment policy in the next Budget session to address irregularities and scams that occurred during the previous Trinamool Congress government.

The Jasmine Murders: The Deadliest Thing in This Novel Isn't The Killer

The Jasmine Murders: The Deadliest Thing in This Novel Isn't The Killer

Rediff.com14 hours ago

Roopa Unnikrishnan's The Jasmine Murders is a novel that understands that the most unsettling mysteries are not solved in police files, but in the silences people learn to live with, notes Ragashree D Nair.

Virat Kohli Leads IPL Earnings, KKR Tops Franchise Valuations

Virat Kohli Leads IPL Earnings, KKR Tops Franchise Valuations

Rediff.com4 days ago

Virat Kohli has emerged as the highest earner in IPL history, grossing Rs 230 crore. Kolkata Knight Riders leads franchise valuations at over Rs 19,200 crore. The average IPL team valuation is projected to jump to USD 15 billion by 2032.

Why India Rejects Claims Of Human Rights Violations

Why India Rejects Claims Of Human Rights Violations

Rediff.com4 days ago

India has rejected allegations of human rights violations for the second time in three days, emphasising its constitutional values of justice, liberty, and freedom of expression. The remarks were made by Sibi George, Secretary (West) in the Ministry of External Affairs, in response to questions from a Norwegian journalist.

Sonam Wangchuk calls himself 'honorary cockroach'

Sonam Wangchuk calls himself 'honorary cockroach'

Rediff.com6 hours ago

Environmentalist Sonam Wangchuk has voiced his support for the online 'cockroach' movement, urging the government to engage with the concerns raised by youngsters instead of suppressing their digital expression. He described himself as an 'honorary cockroach' and praised the movement's creative and non-violent approach to dissent.

Bumrah Retains No 1 Spot In ICC Test Rankings

Bumrah Retains No 1 Spot In ICC Test Rankings

Rediff.com13 May 2026

India's Jasprit Bumrah remains the top-ranked Test bowler in the latest ICC rankings, while Yashasvi Jaiswal and Shubman Gill hold spots in the top 10 among batsmen.

'My Wife Posts Everything On Social Media'

'My Wife Posts Everything On Social Media'

Rediff.com11 May 2026

rediffGURU Ravi Mittal, CEO of online dating web site Quack Quack and Rebounce, a matrimony platform counsels a married man how to explain to his wife about privacy and boundaries in a relationship.

Koeman Backs Netherlands To Beat Any Team At World Cup

Koeman Backs Netherlands To Beat Any Team At World Cup

Rediff.com4 days ago

Ronald Koeman says the Netherlands have the quality to beat any team at the World Cup despite not being favourites, while injury concerns linger over Jurrien Timber and Memphis Depay.

US flag on Gulf map, alien and more: Trump's AI blitz on Iran

US flag on Gulf map, alien and more: Trump's AI blitz on Iran

Rediff.com5 days ago

Donald Trump has escalated rhetoric against Iran by posting AI-generated images and videos depicting US military strikes, warning Tehran that time is running out to secure a ceasefire agreement.

How Data Centres Contribute To Urban Heat Islands

How Data Centres Contribute To Urban Heat Islands

Rediff.com4 days ago

A new study in Phoenix, USA, reveals that waste heat from data centres can significantly increase air temperatures in nearby neighbourhoods, exacerbating urban heat island effects.

Why It Is Time To Double Your SIPs

Why It Is Time To Double Your SIPs

Rediff.com1 days ago

'You set up your SIPs and you do not touch them. Not during COVID, not during a war scare, not when your neighbour tells you the market is finished. You let the noise pass over you.' 'The beauty of this approach is that it does not require courage or conviction in the moment. It just requires inertia -- keep the SIP running and do not look at your portfolio too often.'

In Norway, India rejects allegations of violation of human rights

In Norway, India rejects allegations of violation of human rights

Rediff.com4 days ago

India has reiterated its commitment to human rights and democracy following criticism from a Norwegian newspaper commentator during Prime Minister Modi's visit to Norway.

Pep Guardiola set for emotional Manchester City farewell

Pep Guardiola set for emotional Manchester City farewell

Rediff.com4 days ago

Reports suggest Pep Guardiola will leave Manchester City after a decade, with Enzo Maresca tipped as his replacement. Guardiola's contract expires in 2027.

UK Government Announces Stricter Penalties For Parents Of Young Criminals

UK Government Announces Stricter Penalties For Parents Of Young Criminals

Rediff.com5 days ago

The UK government has announced new youth justice reforms, including tougher fines for parents whose children commit crimes or engage in anti-social behaviour. The reforms aim to address the root causes of youth crime through earlier intervention and targeted support.

Mamata Banerjee Shares Poem 'Brave' After Election Loss

Mamata Banerjee Shares Poem 'Brave' After Election Loss

Rediff.com12 May 2026

Trinamool Congress leader Mamata Banerjee shared a poem titled 'Brave' after her party's defeat in the West Bengal Assembly polls. The poem invokes courage, dignity, and inner strength, serving as a message to the TMC cadre.

AI Impact: Scientific Paper Submissions Surge, Quality Dips

AI Impact: Scientific Paper Submissions Surge, Quality Dips

Rediff.com6 May 2026

A new study reveals a significant increase in the use of artificial intelligence (AI) in scientific paper submissions since the release of ChatGPT, accompanied by a decline in writing quality. The research, focusing on submissions to the journal Organization Science, highlights the strain on the peer-review system and questions the benefits of AI for non-native English speakers and new field entrants.

How Obesity-Related Fat Changes Affect The Brain And Alzheimer's

How Obesity-Related Fat Changes Affect The Brain And Alzheimer's

Rediff.com15 May 2026

A new study reveals that obesity-related changes in body fat can disrupt brain signals and immune function, potentially worsening Alzheimer's disease.

Kerala SSLC Examination Results To Be Out On May 15

Kerala SSLC Examination Results To Be Out On May 15

Rediff.com28 Apr 2026

Kerala SSLC examination results will be announced on May 15, according to General Education Minister V Sivankutty. Revaluation applications will be accepted immediately after the results are published, with the outcome expected by the end of May. The results of the Higher Secondary and Vocational Higher Secondary examinations will be published on May 22.