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7 Hidden Credit Card Settings To Avoid Scams

7 Hidden Credit Card Settings To Avoid Scams

Rediff.com24 Sep 2026

Your credit card may have security controls you rarely use. Here are seven settings that can help prevent unwanted or fraudulent transactions.

Asian Games: Unnati stuns World No 6 as Sen, Ayush crash out

Asian Games: Unnati stuns World No 6 as Sen, Ayush crash out

Rediff.com26 Sep 2026

Two-time Olympic medallist P V Sindhu and young shuttler Ayush Shetty notched up straight-game wins to progress to the singles pre-quarterfinals.

The Vvaan Review: Part Harmless, Part Tedious

The Vvaan Review: Part Harmless, Part Tedious

Rediff.com25 Sep 2026

The Vvaan weaves an old-fashioned yarn of spiritual beliefs against a theme of folklore horror that detours into an action-packed, bombastic Telugu supernatural territory concluding in a part harmless, part tedious watch, notes Sukanya Verma.

Manchester City found guilty of breaking Premier League financial fair play rules

Manchester City found guilty of breaking Premier League financial fair play rules

Rediff.com26 Sep 2026

Manchester City has reportedly been found guilty of 114 out of 115 alleged breaches of Premier League financial rules, a development that could have significant repercussions for English football. The club denies wrongdoing and plans to appeal, stating the process is ongoing and confidential. This ruling follows a lengthy investigation and raises questions about financial regulation and competitive integrity in the league.

Bar Owner Murdered In Pune Over Six-Month-Old Feud

Bar Owner Murdered In Pune Over Six-Month-Old Feud

Rediff.com18 Sep 2026

A bar owner in Pune's Shirur tehsil, Harish Dadabhau Gangawane, was shot dead following an escalation of a six-month-old dispute over a bill payment. Three individuals, Rohit Ravindra Sonawane, Aniket Vilas Gavhane, and Aditya Pawar, have been booked in connection with the murder. The incident occurred after a heated argument and a subsequent attack on Gangawane.

Tom Cruise's 10 Best Movies

Tom Cruise's 10 Best Movies

Rediff.com1 Oct 2026

Looking at the best Tom Cruise films outside the Mission: Impossible franchise that proves just how versatile the superstar can be.

Organisers apologise after playing North Korea's anthem before South Korea's hockey match

Organisers apologise after playing North Korea's anthem before South Korea's hockey match

Rediff.com18 Sep 2026

South Korea's men's hockey team faced confusion when organisers mistakenly played North Korea's banned national anthem before their match, compounding earlier complaints regarding organistional issues at the Asian Games.

RPSF constable pulls passenger from moving train in dramatic Chennai rescue

RPSF constable pulls passenger from moving train in dramatic Chennai rescue

Rediff.com22 Sep 2026

A Railway Protection Special Force (RPSF) constable, Deepak, heroically rescued a passenger who slipped while attempting to board a moving express train at Chennai Egmore railway station. His quick action, captured on CCTV, prevented a major tragedy and has earned him widespread praise.

GMR Aero Technic And StandardAero Forge Alliance For APAC On-Wing Engine MRO

GMR Aero Technic And StandardAero Forge Alliance For APAC On-Wing Engine MRO

Rediff.com23 Sep 2026

GMR Aero Technic (GAT) and StandardAero have signed an agreement to establish an authorised service centre in India for on-wing engine support in the Asia-Pacific (APAC) region. This partnership aims to combine StandardAero's engine aftermarket expertise with GMR Aero Technic's MRO capabilities, offering a comprehensive range of specialised engine maintenance services to minimise aircraft downtime and enhance operational efficiency for airlines and operators in the region.

How Bengaluru Is Tackling Potholes With New Jet Patcher Technology

How Bengaluru Is Tackling Potholes With New Jet Patcher Technology

Rediff.com11 Sep 2026

Bengaluru is piloting the Jet Patcher technology to efficiently repair smaller potholes without disrupting traffic. This new method, suitable for potholes up to 50mm deep, uses cold-mix technology and allows for quick repairs, offering an alternative to traditional hot-mix methods which are less effective during monsoons and cause traffic congestion. The city aims to expand its use if the pilot project proves successful.

Record-breaking Kohli fires India to easy win over Windies

Record-breaking Kohli fires India to easy win over Windies

Rediff.com27 Sep 2026

Maestro Virat Kohli and skipper Shubman Gill displayed their mastery in 50-over format with virtuoso hundreds as India subdued the West Indies by eight wickets in the first ODI in Thiruvananthapuram on Sunday.

'Bank Customers Have Become Demanding'

'Bank Customers Have Become Demanding'

Rediff.com15 Sep 2026

'Ultimately, banks are a channel for people to get some long-term return, and this means banks need to adjust their asset-liability mismatch.' 'Customers also need long-term deposits, say those of three-five years. How would they get them if returns on those deposits do not climb?' 'Otherwise, on fixed deposits, a senior citizen doesn't get anything.'

'China Views India Through The Prism Of United States'

'China Views India Through The Prism Of United States'

Rediff.com24 Sep 2026

'Therefore, Beijing comes to wrong conclusions.'

Modi, Xi Struggle To Break Stalemate

Modi, Xi Struggle To Break Stalemate

Rediff.com16 Sep 2026

Xi brought in asymmetrical power play by stating that India should have 'strategic cognition' and 'strategic judgement made on the basis of the stage of development the two countries are at'. This is a very nuanced way of asserting China's coercive diplomatic posture and reflects Beijing's penchant to unleash border instability at will, restrict rare earth metal exports, exert pressure on India at global and regional orders, asserts China expert Srikanth Kondapalli.

Sudharsan, Kushagra, Kotian hit fifties as India A recover after early blows vs Australia A

Sudharsan, Kushagra, Kotian hit fifties as India A recover after early blows vs Australia A

Rediff.com22 Sep 2026

India A recovered from a precarious position of 97 for five to reach 257 for five against Australia A on the opening day of their four-day match, thanks to resilient fifties from Sai Sudharsan, Kumar Kushagra, and Tanush Kotian. Kotian and Kushagra forged a crucial 138-run partnership for the sixth wicket, stabilising the innings after early setbacks.

Swatantra Bhardwaj released from Tihar Jail

Swatantra Bhardwaj released from Tihar Jail

Rediff.com18 Sep 2026

Hindutva influencer Swatantra Bhardwaj has been released from Tihar Jail on three weeks' interim bail in connection with an alleged assault case. A Delhi court imposed strict conditions, including a ban on discussing the case publicly or contacting the complainant, and will review his conduct before considering regular bail.

Bipasha Basu flags worms in food packet, tags Tukaram Mundhe

Bipasha Basu flags worms in food packet, tags Tukaram Mundhe

Rediff.com10 Sep 2026

Actress Bipasha Basu has raised concerns over food safety and the quality of packaged food after claiming that she found several tiny worms inside a newly opened food container, prompting her to seek intervention from Maharashtra FDA Commissioner Tukaram Mundhe.

Delhi teen was raped at knifepoint, condom seized from park

Delhi teen was raped at knifepoint, condom seized from park

Rediff.com24 Sep 2026

A 17-year-old girl, allegedly raped by three men at Delhi's Aastha Kunj Park, bravely assisted investigators by leading them to the crime spots. Her detailed account and identification of the locations enabled forensic teams to collect crucial biological evidence, including a condom. Police subsequently identified and arrested the three accused, Asif, Hemant, and Mahesh, after scanning CCTV footage and using technical surveillance.

Why Tamannaah Got Emotional While Shooting The Vvaan

Why Tamannaah Got Emotional While Shooting The Vvaan

Rediff.com17 Sep 2026

'When I was shooting the scene, I started welling up and I don't know why.'

Dhoomakethu Review: Fun But Flawed Comedy

Dhoomakethu Review: Fun But Flawed Comedy

Rediff.com26 Sep 2026

Dhoomakethu has a fun time-loop premise, a game Sajin Gopu and some genuinely funny moments, but runs out of steam long before Kuttan can break free.

Nations League: Netherlands hold Germany; Norway, Portugal win

Nations League: Netherlands hold Germany; Norway, Portugal win

Rediff.com25 Sep 2026

Cody Gakpo scored a stoppage-time equaliser for the Netherlands, securing a 1-1 draw against Germany in their Nations League opener, spoiling Juergen Klopp's debut as Germany's coach. Other Nations League matches saw Erling Haaland lead Norway to victory over Denmark, Portugal defeat Wales, and Greece snatch a late win against Serbia.

Hyundai Expects 8-10% H2 Sales Growth, Aims To Outpace PV Industry

Hyundai Expects 8-10% H2 Sales Growth, Aims To Outpace PV Industry

Rediff.com25 Sep 2026

Hyundai Motor India is set to outpace the broader passenger vehicle market, projecting an 8-10 per cent domestic sales growth in H2FY27, fueled by strategic launches of a new mid-size SUV and a dedicated electric vehicle, alongside increased production capacity.

Asian Games: Indian Shuttlers Face Challenging Individual Draws

Asian Games: Indian Shuttlers Face Challenging Individual Draws

Rediff.com24 Sep 2026

Indian badminton stars Lakshya Sen and PV Sindhu face challenging draws in the individual competitions at the Asian Games, while defending champions Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty have a more favourable path to the semifinals. The individual events follow India's men's team securing a bronze medal. Players will need to overcome tough opponents to secure individual medals.

Chess Olympiad: Praggnanandhaa, Gukesh Fire India Men To Victory; India Women Lose To Poland

Chess Olympiad: Praggnanandhaa, Gukesh Fire India Men To Victory; India Women Lose To Poland

Rediff.com20 Sep 2026

Led by R Praggnanandhaa on the top board and World champion D Gukesh on the fourth, the Indian men scored an emphatic 3-1 victory over Holland but the Indian eves were shocked by Poland in the fifth round of the 46th chess Olympiad in Samarkand.

Asia Cup: Pakistan Players And The Virat Kohli Link

Asia Cup: Pakistan Players And The Virat Kohli Link

Rediff.com9 Sep 2026

Pakistan's women cricketers found themselves in an unexpected Virat Kohli connection during the Women's Asia Cup. Several players were spotted wearing footwear from the Indian star's sportswear brand, sparking plenty of chatter on social media.

'My Boyfriend Upsets Me and I Get Angry Quickly'

'My Boyfriend Upsets Me and I Get Angry Quickly'

Rediff.com22 Jun 2026

'Instead of shouting or picking a fight, as soon as you feel yourself getting angry, remove yourself from the situation for a while,' advises rediffGURU Ravi Mittal, CEO of online dating website Quack Quack and Rebounce, a matrimony platform.

Maha UCC panel member quits, flags several concerns

Maha UCC panel member quits, flags several concerns

Rediff.com22 Sep 2026

Former Bombay High Court judge Justice R C Chavan has resigned from the Maharashtra government's Uniform Civil Code panel, citing profound concerns.

Satnam And Salman Secure India's First Men's Double Sculls Medal At Asian Games

Satnam And Salman Secure India's First Men's Double Sculls Medal At Asian Games

Rediff.com24 Sep 2026

Indian rowers Satnam Singh and Salman Khan secured a historic bronze medal in the men's double sculls at the Asian Games, marking India's first-ever medal in this event. Despite the achievement, both athletes expressed mixed feelings due to last-minute crew changes that they believe affected their performance. The bronze was a saving grace for the Indian team, which otherwise delivered one of its worst Asian Games rowing performances, equalling previous low tallies. The controversy surrounding team selections and the impact of weather disruptions on the competition schedule were also highlighted.

FCNR(B) funds find a runway ahead of festival season-led credit demand

FCNR(B) funds find a runway ahead of festival season-led credit demand

Rediff.com25 Sep 2026

RBI Deputy Governor Rohit Jain highlighted that banks are well-positioned to deploy $133 billion mobilised through FCNR(B) deposits, especially with strong credit demand ahead of the festival season, while also stressing the importance of robust technology governance and cyber defences in the financial sector.

Lust Stories 3: Lust Is Not Always About Sex

Lust Stories 3: Lust Is Not Always About Sex

Rediff.com24 Sep 2026

Netflix's Lust Stories 3 delves deeper than its predecessors, exploring the complex and often unacknowledged facets of human desire and its profound impact on relationships, identity, and personal expression, moving beyond mere sexual provocation.

Asian Games: The Inspiring Story of Army Men Satnam and Salman's Historic Bronze!

Asian Games: The Inspiring Story of Army Men Satnam and Salman's Historic Bronze!

Rediff.com24 Sep 2026

Satnam Singh and Salman Khan secured India's first-ever men's double sculls bronze medal at the Asian Games, a significant achievement amidst an otherwise challenging performance by the Indian rowing team. The medal comes despite pre-competition controversy regarding team selections, with the duo forming their partnership just five days before the event.

Rashid Khan: Gujarat Titans Succeed By Adapting Quickly

Rashid Khan: Gujarat Titans Succeed By Adapting Quickly

Rediff.com22 May 2026

Rashid Khan credits Gujarat Titans' success to their adaptability and ability to trust players in different situations, rather than dwelling on imperfections. He also praised the team's bowling attack and the leadership of Shubman Gill.

Historic Asian Games Bronze Signals Bright Future For Indian Women's Skeet

Historic Asian Games Bronze Signals Bright Future For Indian Women's Skeet

Rediff.com23 Sep 2026

Olympian Maheshwari Chauhan discusses the significance of India's historic women's skeet bronze medal at the Asian Games, highlighting it as a turning point for the discipline. She believes the medal, achieved with Raiza Dhillon and Parinaaz Dhaliwal, signals a new era for Indian shotgun shooting, driven by a younger generation, improved training, and a stronger foundational ecosystem.

Asian Games: India's Star Shooters Miss Mark, Raise Questions

Asian Games: India's Star Shooters Miss Mark, Raise Questions

Rediff.com23 Sep 2026

India's highly anticipated women's 10m air pistol team, featuring Manu Bhaker, Esha Singh, and Suruchi Inder Singh, failed to secure a medal at the Asian Games, with only Bhaker reaching the individual final and finishing fifth. Despite this setback, India managed to win two bronze medals in the men's and women's skeet events, bringing the total shooting tally to seven. The performance has raised questions about India's shooting selection policies and preparation, especially given the contrast with previous Games. Manu Bhaker also spoke about personal challenges, including the recent death of her coach.

Meet Mohammed Rafi's 'Only Official' Student

Meet Mohammed Rafi's 'Only Official' Student

Rediff.com28 Sep 2026

'Manoj Kumarji had tears in his eyes after hearing my dad sing Mera Rang De Basanti Chola. He said, 'This is my voice for my desh bhakti songs".'

Sensex tanks 777.94 points to settle at 74,003.82

Sensex tanks 777.94 points to settle at 74,003.82

Rediff.com15 Sep 2026

Indian benchmark indices, Sensex and Nifty, saw early gains driven by strong buying in IT stocks like HCL Tech, Tech Mahindra, TCS, and Infosys, alongside a significant boost from HDFC Bank.

What Yuvraj Told Abhishek Before Record Ton

What Yuvraj Told Abhishek Before Record Ton

Rediff.com18 Sep 2026

Abhishek Sharma's record 30-ball century against Afghanistan had a little help from mentor Yuvraj Singh.

Davis Cup: Dhakshineswar Leads India's Charge Against Korea

Davis Cup: Dhakshineswar Leads India's Charge Against Korea

Rediff.com17 Sep 2026

India's Davis Cup team is set for a high-stakes Qualifier Round 2 clash against South Korea in Seoul, with players like Dhakshineswar Suresh and Sumit Nagal aiming to secure a historic Final 8 berth under the current format.

Satnam Singh And Salman Khan Win Historic Bronze For India In Double Sculls

Satnam Singh And Salman Khan Win Historic Bronze For India In Double Sculls

Rediff.com24 Sep 2026

Satnam Singh and Salman Khan secured India's first-ever men's double sculls bronze medal at the Asian Games in Nagoya, a significant achievement amidst a backdrop of internal team controversy regarding last-minute crew changes. The performance, however, highlighted one of India's worst rowing showings in Asian Games history, equalling previous low tallies.

Satnam Singh and Salman Khan secure historic bronze amidst rowing controversy

Satnam Singh and Salman Khan secure historic bronze amidst rowing controversy

Rediff.com24 Sep 2026

Satnam Singh and Salman Khan secured India's first-ever men's double sculls bronze medal at the Asian Games, a significant achievement amidst an otherwise disappointing performance by the Indian rowing team. The team faced internal controversy regarding last-minute crew changes, which some rowers found disturbing. Despite the challenges, Satnam and Salman's bronze was lauded by the Prime Minister, and their individual journeys highlight their dedication to the sport.