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Sreeshankar leaps to third title after injury comeback

Sreeshankar leaps to third title after injury comeback

Rediff.com3 Aug 2025

Star long jumper Murali Sreeshankar clinched his third straight title after coming back from a long injury lay-off as he won the event at the Qosanov Memorial Athletics Meet in Almaty, Kazakhstan, on Saturday.

Space Milestones For India On Ganesh Chaturthi

Space Milestones For India On Ganesh Chaturthi

Rediff.com28 Aug 2025

India took another leap in space infrastructure with the foundation stone laid for a new launch pad at the country's second rocket port in Kulasekarapattinam.

Missing man found buried under floor tiles; wife, lover under lens

Missing man found buried under floor tiles; wife, lover under lens

Rediff.com23 Jul 2025

New tiles laid in a Palghar house led to the discovery of a man's murder. Police are searching for his wife and her lover, the prime suspects, after his body was found buried beneath the tiles.

MBA Or UPSC: Which Is Better For Career?

MBA Or UPSC: Which Is Better For Career?

Rediff.com5 Aug 2025

rediffGURU Patrick D'souza helps you pick the right management course and business college.

'Fortunate To Have A Friend Like You'

'Fortunate To Have A Friend Like You'

Rediff.com1 Aug 2025

Send your friendship story to getahead@rediff.co.in (subject line: When I Found My True Friend). Please include your name, where you're from, and a photo with your friend.

Pune logs 24 cases of nerve disorder; no epidemic chances, say experts

Pune logs 24 cases of nerve disorder; no epidemic chances, say experts

Rediff.com22 Jan 2025

The Pune Municipal Corporation (PMC) has detected 22 suspected cases of Guillain-Barr syndrome (GBS), an immunological nerve disorder, in the city. Samples from the affected patients have been sent to ICMR-NIV for testing. Most of the cases were detected in the Sinhgad Road area. According to doctors, GBS is a rare condition that causes sudden numbness and muscle weakness. While the condition is prevalent in both pediatric and young age groups, it does not lead to an epidemic or pandemic. The PMC has constituted a committee of experts to investigate the outbreak and conduct detailed surveillance of the patients. The civic health department has assured that there is no need for panic as of now.

Rahul disowns lawyer's 'life threat' claim, seeks withdrawal in court

Rahul disowns lawyer's 'life threat' claim, seeks withdrawal in court

Rediff.com13 Aug 2025

The Congress party stated that Rahul Gandhi's lawyer raised the issue of a threat to his life without his consent and will withdraw the statement in court. The lawyer filed an application stating Gandhi could face harm from followers of Vinayak Damodar Savarkar and Nathuram Godse's ideology.

'India Is Critical Hub For GlobalLogic's Operations'

'India Is Critical Hub For GlobalLogic's Operations'

Rediff.com30 Aug 2025

'The scale and depth of talent here plays a central role in core software product engineering for some of the biggest brands in tech.'

Akula's heroics fire Jaipur into first-ever UTT semis

Akula's heroics fire Jaipur into first-ever UTT semis

Rediff.com12 Jun 2025

Akula closed the tie in style and ended Pune's hopes of a berth in the semis

Hridayapoorvam Review: Delightfully Charming

Hridayapoorvam Review: Delightfully Charming

Rediff.com1 Sep 2025

Hridayapoorvam does not break any new ground or tell a story as old as time with any novelty but its sincerity keeps it alive, notes Arjun Menon.

When Workplace Stress Turns Deadly

When Workplace Stress Turns Deadly

Rediff.com13 Aug 2025

At times, this stress reaches a tipping point, resulting in tragedy. 'Organisations need to empower their people managers to foster psychological safety, where employees feel seen, heard, and supported -- not just as professionals, but as people navigating the pressures of work and life.'

How Gaming Firms Plan To Make Money

How Gaming Firms Plan To Make Money

Rediff.com20 Aug 2025

Indian game studios managing to make money out of casual games just show how the Indian gamer is ready to spend money on games.

Maha: Woman gives birth on moving bus, throws baby out

Maha: Woman gives birth on moving bus, throws baby out

Rediff.com15 Jul 2025

The driver of the sleeper bus -- which has compartments with upper and lower berths -- noticed that something was thrown out of the window. When he enquired about it, Shaikh told him that his wife had vomited as she felt nauseating due to the bus journey, he said.

'Saiyaara Is Striking A Chord With Gen Z'

'Saiyaara Is Striking A Chord With Gen Z'

Rediff.com23 Jul 2025

'Ahaan Panday and Aneet Padda have captured the relevance to and imagination of Gen Z and millennial viewers.'

Maha horror: B'deshi minor girl alleges 200 men raped her in 3 months

Maha horror: B'deshi minor girl alleges 200 men raped her in 3 months

Rediff.com12 Aug 2025

The minor was rescued after the Anti-Human Trafficking Unit of Mira-Bhayander Vasai-Virar police, in a joint operation with NGOs Exodus Road India Foundation and Harmony Foundation, raided a flat in Naigaon in Vasai in Palghar on July 26, the official said.

Is IMAX Luring More Audiences?

Is IMAX Luring More Audiences?

Rediff.com2 Aug 2025

'We're witnessing a consistent surge in audience demand for IMAX screenings, particularly for high-octane, spectacle-driven films.'

One more suspected Nipah death reported in Kerala

One more suspected Nipah death reported in Kerala

Rediff.com14 Jul 2025

This is the second Nipah-related death reported in Kerala in recent days.

How Army Is Preparing For Future Wars

How Army Is Preparing For Future Wars

Rediff.com28 Aug 2025

The Indian Army's broader reorganisation is inevitable as India's military doctrine adapts to the demands of the modern battlefield.

Red alert in Mumbai as roads flooded, rail, air traffic hit

Red alert in Mumbai as roads flooded, rail, air traffic hit

Rediff.com18 Aug 2025

Mumbaikars woke up to very heavy rainfall on Monday, while the India meteorological department (IMD) issued a 'red' alert, forecasting extremely heavy rains at isolated places in the city and adjoining areas, prompting the civic body to declare a holiday for schools and colleges, officials said.

Bank manager on notice period ends life, blames work pressure

Bank manager on notice period ends life, blames work pressure

Rediff.com19 Jul 2025

A senior official of a nationalised bank allegedly committed suicide in Baramati, Pune district, Maharashtra, citing work pressure in a note.

Mid-Income Homebuyers Return as Banks Slash Loan Rates

Mid-Income Homebuyers Return as Banks Slash Loan Rates

Rediff.com29 Jul 2025

Home purchase affordability has improved in the first half of calendar year (CY) 2025, after the RBI reduced the repo rate by 100 basis points (bps), according to real estate consultancy Knight Frank India.

'Next 48 hours crucial': 10 dead, hundreds displaced as rain lash Maha

'Next 48 hours crucial': 10 dead, hundreds displaced as rain lash Maha

Rediff.com19 Aug 2025

Heavy rains in Maharashtra have caused floods, road blockages, and widespread damage, resulting in casualties and displacement. The state government is monitoring the situation and coordinating rescue efforts.

Takkale targets WRC, Dakar after APRC triple win

Takkale targets WRC, Dakar after APRC triple win

Rediff.com12 Aug 2025

'I want to gain more experience. I want to train with big, big trainers. And then obviously the WRC is my dream to drive.'

'Citizens Are Safe From The Government Only When...'

'Citizens Are Safe From The Government Only When...'

Rediff.com7 Aug 2025

'The moment they fall foul of the party in power, they become unsafe. Then nobody can guarantee their safety.'

India hope to snare Kiwis in Pune spin trap

India hope to snare Kiwis in Pune spin trap

Rediff.com22 Oct 2024

India could resort to home advantage by preparing a slow-turning pitch for the second Test against New Zealand.

UTT: Jaguars roar back to down U Mumba

UTT: Jaguars roar back to down U Mumba

Rediff.com1 Jun 2025

In the league stage of UTT league, a game is won when a player scores first 11 points, with a golden point used deciding games that are tied at 10-10.

NPAs in agriculture sector stay high amid loan-saturation concerns

NPAs in agriculture sector stay high amid loan-saturation concerns

Rediff.com4 Aug 2025

Bad loans in the agriculture sector remain elevated, with several public-sector banks (PSBs) reporting higher slippages in the April-June quarter of FY26. For many banks, non-performing assets (NPAs) in farm lending were 5 per cent or more, with some nearing double digits.'

India's 2036 Olympic Games Bid Under Review

India's 2036 Olympic Games Bid Under Review

Rediff.com11 Aug 2025

Mandaviya addresses state of Indian football

Collapsed Indrayani bridge declared unsafe, warning boards put up: Fadnavis

Collapsed Indrayani bridge declared unsafe, warning boards put up: Fadnavis

Rediff.com16 Jun 2025

He said that the structure had been declared dangerous by the district collector before the incident, and villagers had also placed warning boards.

Woman gang-raped near Pune, male friend assaulted

Woman gang-raped near Pune, male friend assaulted

Rediff.com5 Oct 2024

A 21-year-old woman was allegedly raped by three persons on the outskirts of Pune, while her male was assaulted, police said on Friday.

Denying physical relationship to husband ground for divorce: HC

Denying physical relationship to husband ground for divorce: HC

Rediff.com18 Jul 2025

The Bombay High Court ruled that denial of physical intimacy and suspecting a spouse of infidelity constitutes cruelty and is grounds for divorce, upholding a family court's divorce order.

Court debunks Abhinav Bharat's role in Malegaon blast case

Court debunks Abhinav Bharat's role in Malegaon blast case

Rediff.com2 Aug 2025

A special court acquitted seven individuals in the 2008 Malegaon blast case, challenging the prosecution's assertion that the right-wing group Abhinav Bharat was responsible. The court emphasized that the organization remains unbanned by the government.

India Wins 2 Gold, 2 Silver at Chemistry Olympiad 2025

India Wins 2 Gold, 2 Silver at Chemistry Olympiad 2025

Rediff.com16 Jul 2025

Devesh Pankaj Bhaiya from Jalgaon and Sandeep Kuchi from Hyderabad won gold medals while Debadatta Priyadarshi from Bhubaneshwar and Ujjwal Kesari from New Delhi secured silver at the International Chemistry Olympiad 2025 in Dubai.

Bengaluru to host Billie Jean King Cup playoffs

Bengaluru to host Billie Jean King Cup playoffs

Rediff.com19 Jun 2025

India were on Thursday drawn in group G along with Slovenia and the Netherlands as Karnataka will host the prestigious Billie Jean King Cup playoffs in Bengaluru from November 14 where India will strive to qualify for the finals.

'I've Always Been A Rider'

'I've Always Been A Rider'

Rediff.com17 Jul 2025

'I always liked riding, from cycle to motorcycle, I really enjoy it.'

Can These 15 Win The Asia Cup?

Can These 15 Win The Asia Cup?

Rediff.com19 Aug 2025

Shubman Gill and Jasprit Bumrah returned to India's T20 squad for next month's Asia Cup, but IPL star performers Shreyas Iyer and Yashasvi Jaiswal missed out.

Can New Zealand's spin-taming skills triumph in Pune?

Can New Zealand's spin-taming skills triumph in Pune?

Rediff.com22 Oct 2024

New Zealand must adapt quickly, says Daryl Mitchell as spin-friendly surface beckons at Pune

Helicopter with 4 onboard crashes in Pune

Helicopter with 4 onboard crashes in Pune

Rediff.com24 Aug 2024

All four occupants survived the crash that took place near Paud, though they may have suffered injuries, an official said.

'Winning A Medal For India Meant A Lot'

'Winning A Medal For India Meant A Lot'

Rediff.com12 Aug 2025

'It was a tough field, and I was nervous going in.' 'But once I stepped onto the court, I focused only on giving my best.'

Shinde's 'Jai Gujarat' slogan sparks row in Maha; Fadnavis justifies dy CM

Shinde's 'Jai Gujarat' slogan sparks row in Maha; Fadnavis justifies dy CM

Rediff.com4 Jul 2025

Shinde was speaking in the presence of Union Home Minister Ami Shah at the inauguration ceremony of the 'Jairaj Sports and Convention Centre' built by the Shree Poona Gujarati Bandhu Samaj in Pune's Kondhwa.