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Champions League: Real Madrid's Mbappe Out Of Benfica Match; Prestianni Appeal Dismissed

Champions League: Real Madrid's Mbappe Out Of Benfica Match; Prestianni Appeal Dismissed

Rediff.com26 Feb 2026

Benfica will also be without head coach Jose Mourinho, who is suspended after receiving a red card in the first leg.

Real Estate CEO Arrested for Allegedly Duping Lawyers

Real Estate CEO Arrested for Allegedly Duping Lawyers

Rediff.com1 Mar 2026

The CEO of Vipul Limited, a real estate company, has been arrested in Gurugram for allegedly defrauding several lawyers of Rs 6 crore under the guise of a lucrative investment opportunity.

IPL 2026: Vaibhav Sooryavanshi Dragged Into Child Labour Row

IPL 2026: Vaibhav Sooryavanshi Dragged Into Child Labour Row

Rediff.com13 May 2026

A Karnataka-based activist's threat to file a 'child labour' complaint against the Rajasthan Royals for fielding 15-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi in the IPL has ignited a debate on nurturing young talent versus perceived exploitation, drawing widespread disbelief and criticism.

Kartavya Review: Fascinating To Phusss!

Kartavya Review: Fascinating To Phusss!

Rediff.com15 May 2026

Plot loopholes, unresolved arcs and feeble explanations for cruel betrayals, Kartavya's hastily wrapped conclusions and gabby excuses makes it look like a demo reel for a OTT series

Inspector Avinash Season 2 Review: Muddled Cop Drama

Inspector Avinash Season 2 Review: Muddled Cop Drama

Rediff.com16 May 2026

Randeep Hooda returns as the titular supercop in Inspector Avinash Season 2, but the series struggles to maintain narrative coherence and pacing, sighs Sreeju Sudhakaran.

This 'Supremely Talented' 15-Year-Old Is Scaring IPL Teams

This 'Supremely Talented' 15-Year-Old Is Scaring IPL Teams

Rediff.com16 May 2026

Rajasthan Royals' head coach Kumar Sangakkara and Delhi Capitals' batting coach Ian Bell have both praised young batter Vaibhav Sooryavanshi for his talent and potential in the Indian Premier League (IPL). Sangakkara highlighted Sooryavanshi's understanding of the game and his ability to hold his own among senior players, while Bell described his talent as 'absolutely scary'.

How BJP Secured Victory In Haryana Municipal Corporation Polls

How BJP Secured Victory In Haryana Municipal Corporation Polls

Rediff.com13 May 2026

The BJP has achieved significant victories in the Haryana municipal corporation elections, securing wins in Ambala and Sonipat, and leading in Panchkula. The party also won the president's post in Sampla, a stronghold of former Chief Minister Bhupinder Singh Hooda, where the Congress did not field a candidate.

Sujit Bose Arrested In West Bengal Recruitment Scam

Sujit Bose Arrested In West Bengal Recruitment Scam

Rediff.com11 May 2026

Former West Bengal minister Sujit Bose has been arrested by the Enforcement Directorate in connection with a money laundering case linked to an alleged municipality recruitment scam.

How BJP Dominated Haryana Municipal Corporation Elections

How BJP Dominated Haryana Municipal Corporation Elections

Rediff.com13 May 2026

The BJP has secured significant victories in the Haryana municipal corporation elections, winning in Ambala and Sonipat, and leading in Panchkula. The party also won the president's post in Sampla, a stronghold of former CM Bhupinder Singh Hooda, where the Congress did not field a candidate.

Why The UPSC Is India's Most Competitive Exam

Why The UPSC Is India's Most Competitive Exam

Rediff.com18 May 2026

rediffGURU Nayagam PP, career counsellor and founder of EduJob360 explains why cracking the UPSC exam is a dream for lakhs of young Indians.

Zaragoza keeper Andrada sent off after punch sparks brawl

Zaragoza keeper Andrada sent off after punch sparks brawl

Rediff.com27 Apr 2026

Esteban Andrada sent off for punching Jorge Pulido as a mass brawl erupts in Zaragoza vs Huesca clash, with three red cards shown.

FIFA under fire as 2026 World Cup heat risk grows

FIFA under fire as 2026 World Cup heat risk grows

Rediff.com14 May 2026

Football's global players' union has renewed concerns about the potential impact of heat on the 2026 World Cup, following a scientific analysis indicating a high likelihood of dangerous temperatures for both players and fans.

HC clears docu-series on Lawrence Bishnoi, orders title change

HC clears docu-series on Lawrence Bishnoi, orders title change

Rediff.com11 May 2026

The Punjab and Haryana High Court has overturned the Centre's advisory against the release of ZEE5's docu-series, directing the makers to remove references to "Lawrence" and "Punjab" from the title.

Gautam Adani: Energy Security, Digital Infrastructure Key To Geopolitics

Gautam Adani: Energy Security, Digital Infrastructure Key To Geopolitics

Rediff.com11 May 2026

Gautam Adani emphasised the importance of energy security and digital infrastructure in shaping geopolitical power, urging India to develop sovereign capabilities across the AI value chain.

Why The Energy Crisis Will Get Worse

Why The Energy Crisis Will Get Worse

Rediff.com11 May 2026

The closure of the Strait of Hormuz has disrupted some 20 per cent of the global flows but even if it opens, damages to production facilities in the region will take time to repair, points out Sunita Narain.

Should You Fall In Developers' Flexible Payments Trap?

Should You Fall In Developers' Flexible Payments Trap?

Rediff.com12 May 2026

Deferred payment plans may come with a cost, which may not be immediately visible.

Mammootty: The Superstar Who Turned Flaws Into Firepower

Mammootty: The Superstar Who Turned Flaws Into Firepower

Rediff.com17 May 2026

Mammootty's greatness lies not in hiding his flaws, but in turning them into his most powerful acting tools, observes Sreehari Nair.

RBI Governor Signals Action If Iran War Leads To Entrenched Inflation

RBI Governor Signals Action If Iran War Leads To Entrenched Inflation

Rediff.com14 May 2026

'If the war continue for a longer period of time, it is just a matter of time before the government will pass on some of the price increases.'

'95-96 To A Dollar Is Not A Healthy Sign At All'

'95-96 To A Dollar Is Not A Healthy Sign At All'

Rediff.com20 May 2026

'Once the currency goes out of the hand, then possibly your major challenge is that it will not come back.'

Why Gold Loan Boom Needs Caution

Why Gold Loan Boom Needs Caution

Rediff.com11 May 2026

Rapid growth in personal gold loans has raised concerns over borrower leverage, large-ticket exposure and volatility in gold prices, points out Swaminathan J, Deputy Governor, Reserve Bank of India.

How Krutrim Became India's First AI Unicorn

How Krutrim Became India's First AI Unicorn

Rediff.com5 May 2026

Krutrim, India's first AI unicorn, has successfully repositioned itself as a focused domestic AI Cloud Services provider, reporting its first annual net profit in FY26.

'Trump mulled nuclear weapon option during Iran tensions, but was stopped'

'Trump mulled nuclear weapon option during Iran tensions, but was stopped'

Rediff.com15 May 2026

Former CIA Analyst, Larry Johnson, said on Friday that US President Donald Trump asked US chairman of the joint chiefs of staff, Dan Caine, if they could use the nuclear weapons, but the latter denied.

CID to Probe Real Estate Developer's Murder in West Bengal

CID to Probe Real Estate Developer's Murder in West Bengal

Rediff.com27 Feb 2026

The West Bengal government has transferred the investigation into the murder of real estate developer Safiq Khan to the state CID following concerns from the victim's family about the lack of arrests.

Why didn't austerity wisdom emerge during election campaigns?: Raj Thackeray blasts Modi

Why didn't austerity wisdom emerge during election campaigns?: Raj Thackeray blasts Modi

Rediff.com12 May 2026

MNS president Raj Thackeray questions the fuel consumption during recent election campaigns, asking if austerity measures are only meant for the common people.

NEET-UG 2026 Scrapped: What Students Must Do Now

NEET-UG 2026 Scrapped: What Students Must Do Now

Rediff.com12 May 2026

Based on the official NTA statement and government directives issued on Tuesday, May 12, 2026, here is a guide for students and parents about what they can do now.

Shreyas Iyer joins Mumbai Falcons as face of F1 sim racing push

Shreyas Iyer joins Mumbai Falcons as face of F1 sim racing push

Rediff.com30 Apr 2026

Mumbai Falcons Racing Limited (MFRL) has named Shreyas Iyer as the brand ambassador for its Formula 1 programme in India.

'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.

Godrej Properties to raise Rs 3,000 crore via NCDs

Godrej Properties to raise Rs 3,000 crore via NCDs

Rediff.com5 May 2026

Godrej Properties Limited (GPL) reported its highest-ever quarterly profit of 649.5 crore in Q4 FY26, a 70.13 per cent year-on-year increase, driven by record revenues and bookings. The company aims for over 39,000 crore in residential bookings for FY27 and plans to raise up to 3,000 crore through debt securities.

Isha Ambani And Manish Malhotra Take Over NYC

Isha Ambani And Manish Malhotra Take Over NYC

Rediff.com4 May 2026

At the Vogue Met Gala pre-party held in New York City, Isha Ambani and Manish Malhotra served a masterclass in how to take Indian craftsmanship global without losing its soul.

Banks Advised To Use RBI's AI Tool To Combat Cyber Fraud

Banks Advised To Use RBI's AI Tool To Combat Cyber Fraud

Rediff.com30 Apr 2026

Financial Services Secretary M Nagaraju has urged banks to adopt the MuleHunter AI tool developed by RBI to identify and prevent mule accounts used in cyber financial frauds. The meeting also discussed 'Operation Octopus' by Hyderabad Police and emphasised coordinated efforts and intelligence sharing.

Billie Eilish - Hit Me Hard And Soft Review: A Glossy Vanity Project

Billie Eilish - Hit Me Hard And Soft Review: A Glossy Vanity Project

Rediff.com14 May 2026

Billie Eilish: Hit Me Hard and Soft: The Tour: Live in 3D is packed with moments that are clearly meant to make die-hard fans go 'Aww,' but they don't really give a true look at the person behind the artist, notes Mayur Sanap.

Vinicius brace takes Real Madrid to top of LaLiga

Vinicius brace takes Real Madrid to top of LaLiga

Rediff.com15 Feb 2026

Vinicius Jr scores twice from the spot as Real Madrid beat Real Sociedad 4-1 to go top of LaLiga, extending their winning streak to eight matches.

Buying Gold Bars, Coins? Read This

Buying Gold Bars, Coins? Read This

Rediff.com14 May 2026

'It has always been viewed as a hedge against inflation.'

Affordable housing may lose more ground as costs rise

Affordable housing may lose more ground as costs rise

Rediff.com5 May 2026

The ongoing West Asia conflict is expected to severely impact the supply of affordable housing in India, as rising input costs further erode already thin developer margins. Fluctuations in crude oil and gas prices, coupled with higher freight costs, are driving up prices of essential construction materials like cement and steel, making new projects increasingly unviable for developers.

Shocking! World No 6 Zoravar Sandhu Excluded From Asian Games Squad

Shocking! World No 6 Zoravar Sandhu Excluded From Asian Games Squad

Rediff.com13 May 2026

Asia No. 1 trap shooter Zoravar Singh Sandhu has been left out of the Indian shotgun contingent for the Asian Games, despite his World Championships bronze medal and top international scores.

Yuvraj Sandhu Leads Indian Charge At Catalunya Championship

Yuvraj Sandhu Leads Indian Charge At Catalunya Championship

Rediff.com8 May 2026

Yuvraj Sandhu carded a 4-under 68 to lead the Indian golfers at the Estrella Damn Catalunya Championship, four shots behind the leader Shaun Norris.

Yield-Generating Instruments Attract Investors as IPO Activity Dips

Yield-Generating Instruments Attract Investors as IPO Activity Dips

Rediff.com29 Apr 2026

Yield-generating instruments like Infrastructure Investment Trusts (Invits), Real Estate Investment Trusts (Reits), and Non-Convertible Debentures (NCDs) are witnessing a surge in investor interest, contrasting with a notable slowdown in the equity primary market, which saw only one IPO in April.

Why LSG coach Langer praised captain Pant despite loss to MI

Why LSG coach Langer praised captain Pant despite loss to MI

Rediff.com5 May 2026

Justin Langer backs Lucknow Super Giants' batting revamp despite loss to Mumbai Indians, praising Rishabh Pants selflessness and Nicholas Pooran's explosive knock and improved intent.

Frustrated Mbappe questions Real Madrid's desire

Frustrated Mbappe questions Real Madrid's desire

Rediff.com29 Jan 2026

Kylian Mbappe criticised Real Madrid's lack of hunger and consistency after their 4-2 Champions League loss to Benfica, saying champions must show desire every time as Real slipped into the playoffs.

'Oil Is Not The Problem. The Bigger Problem Is Gold'

'Oil Is Not The Problem. The Bigger Problem Is Gold'

Rediff.com18 May 2026

'Every year we import approximately $70 billion worth of gold -- closer to $72 billion in 2025-2026, an all-time record.' 'There is no parallel for this anywhere in the world. And this love for gold will not disappear overnight.'