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SC Fines Centre for Challenging CISF Official's Dismissal

SC Fines Centre for Challenging CISF Official's Dismissal

Rediff.com3 days ago

The Supreme Court has criticised the central government for engaging in unnecessary litigation, imposing a fine for challenging a High Court order regarding the dismissal of a CISF official.

Indira Gandhi assassin's nephew named in New Zealand meth case after court battle

Indira Gandhi assassin's nephew named in New Zealand meth case after court battle

Rediff.com5 days ago

The nephew of one of Indira Gandhi's assassins, convicted in a major drug case in New Zealand, has been identified after losing a legal battle to keep his name secret.

Insolvency Law Key to Improving Banking Sector Health, Says FM

Insolvency Law Key to Improving Banking Sector Health, Says FM

Rediff.com5 days ago

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman stated in the Lok Sabha that the Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code (IBC) has been a crucial factor in improving the health of India's banking sector, significantly aiding in the recovery of non-performing assets (NPAs).

Nikkhil Advani On Freedom At Midnight: 'Jinnah Thought He Would Rule Pakistan From Malabar Hill'

Nikkhil Advani On Freedom At Midnight: 'Jinnah Thought He Would Rule Pakistan From Malabar Hill'

Rediff.com20 Mar 2026

Nikkhil Advani, a master of long-form storytelling, reflects on Freedom At Midnight and what it was to make a two-part series on the most difficult period of India's history in these polarised times.

Recipe: Chef Nabar's Bisi Bele Bhaat

Recipe: Chef Nabar's Bisi Bele Bhaat

Rediff.com25 Mar 2026

Bisi Bele Bhaat, the traditional Indian one-pot meal that is the Southern answer to Khichdi, combines rice, lentils, vegetables, spices.

Union minister Pradhan wants Mahakal Standard Time to replace GMT

Union minister Pradhan wants Mahakal Standard Time to replace GMT

Rediff.com22 hours ago

Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan has advocated for the establishment of 'Mahakal Standard Time' (MST), citing Ujjain's historical significance as a centre for time calculation and astronomy.

China Snaps Up Iran Oil, India Misses

China Snaps Up Iran Oil, India Misses

Rediff.com7 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'.

Gold price volatility: Lenders demand more collateral or partial repayment if LTVs breached

Gold price volatility: Lenders demand more collateral or partial repayment if LTVs breached

Rediff.com1 days ago

Lenders are actively monitoring gold price volatility, prompting them to ask borrowers for additional gold collateral or partial principal repayment when loan-to-value (LTV) thresholds are breached, particularly for loans disbursed in February.

Sonam Kapoor-Anand Ahuja Have A Baby Boy

Sonam Kapoor-Anand Ahuja Have A Baby Boy

Rediff.com5 days ago

Sonam Kapoor and her husband Anand Ahuja have announced the arrival of their second child, a baby boy, on March 29, 2026.

Enforcement Directorate Attaches 270 Crore in Assets Linked to Rajendra Lodha

Enforcement Directorate Attaches 270 Crore in Assets Linked to Rajendra Lodha

Rediff.com4 days ago

The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has attached land parcels and other immovable assets worth over 270 crore as part of its money laundering investigation against Rajendra Lodha, former director of Lodha Developers.

'Trump's Aims In This War Have Been Inconsistent, Changing, Contradictory'

'Trump's Aims In This War Have Been Inconsistent, Changing, Contradictory'

Rediff.com3 days ago

'What we have yet to see on either the US or the Iranian side is willingness to compromise on their ultimate demands and the flexibility to reach an agreement to end the war.

Should Vaibhav Sooryavanshi be fast-tracked into India's T20 team?

Should Vaibhav Sooryavanshi be fast-tracked into India's T20 team?

Rediff.com4 days ago

Former India players Mohammad Kaif and Piyush Chawla suggest Vaibhav Sooryavanshi should be considered for India's T20 squad after impressive performances.

Karnataka Extends Lead at Khelo India Tribal Games; Chhattisgarh Secure Football Final Spot

Karnataka Extends Lead at Khelo India Tribal Games; Chhattisgarh Secure Football Final Spot

Rediff.com2 days ago

Karnataka continues to lead the Khelo India Tribal Games with impressive performances in race walking and middle-distance running, while Chhattisgarh secures a spot in the football final.

Why Anurag Gupta Replaced Manish Malhotra

Why Anurag Gupta Replaced Manish Malhotra

Rediff.com20 Mar 2026

As tragedy struck Manisha Malhotra -- the designer lost his beloved mother on March 19 -- and he had pull out of the Lakme Fashion Week, Anurag Gupta stepped as in to help.

When Meghna Shah Wears The Bandhani...

When Meghna Shah Wears The Bandhani...

Rediff.com22 Mar 2026

"I love mixing vintage with high street or designer with flea market finds. That's what makes your style truly individual," Meghna Shah tells Rediff's Rishika Shah.

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.com6 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.

Regulatory Tightening, STT Hike Dampen Indian Equities Trading Volumes

Regulatory Tightening, STT Hike Dampen Indian Equities Trading Volumes

Rediff.com1 days ago

Indian equities trading activity saw a moderation in FY26, with cash market turnover declining and derivatives growth remaining subdued due to regulatory tightening and weak market performance. Further impacts are expected from new RBI norms and a hike in Securities Transaction Tax (STT).

The Drama: Robert Pattinson, Zendaya Are Superb

The Drama: Robert Pattinson, Zendaya Are Superb

Rediff.com1 days ago

The Drama is what you can call a 'feel-bad' romance done right, notes Sreeju Sudhakaran.

Aneet Has A 'Truly Special' Moment

Aneet Has A 'Truly Special' Moment

Rediff.com23 Mar 2026

The nation's latest crush and Lakme's GenZ face Aneet Padda decided to go Out of Office'.

Bengali Actor Rahul Banerjee Drowns, Wife Makes A Request

Bengali Actor Rahul Banerjee Drowns, Wife Makes A Request

Rediff.com5 days ago

Popular Bengali actor Rahul Arunodoy Banerjee tragically drowned during a television series shoot near Digha, prompting a police investigation.

GST collections rise 9% to over Rs 2 lakh cr in March, third highest in FY26

GST collections rise 9% to over Rs 2 lakh cr in March, third highest in FY26

Rediff.com3 days ago

India's GST revenues experienced significant growth in March, reaching pre-tax cut levels, driven by increased imports and domestic sales. The report analyses the impact of tax rate changes and provides insights into future trends and economic stability.

Easter Weekend Travel Picks Up

Easter Weekend Travel Picks Up

Rediff.com1 days ago

As temperatures rise, travellers are increasingly gravitating towards cooler climates, driving demand for hill stations such as Mussoorie, Munnar, Varkala, Ooty and Kodaikanal.

Kartik Aaryan To Play Pilot in Shimit Amin's Captain India

Kartik Aaryan To Play Pilot in Shimit Amin's Captain India

Rediff.com6 days ago

Captain India is the real-life story of a commercial pilot who risked his own life to save hundreds of passengers.

What Oracle Layoffs Signal For Techies

What Oracle Layoffs Signal For Techies

Rediff.com2 days ago

For engineers across the country, the Oracle job cuts served as a rude reminder of what the AI era has in store for the tech world.

'Wife and I Don't Have Sex. Daughter Sleeps With Us'

'Wife and I Don't Have Sex. Daughter Sleeps With Us'

Rediff.com19 Mar 2026

rediffGURU Ravi Mittal counsels a young couple how to communicate physical and emotional needs in a relationship.

Mumbra Woman Loses 6,750 in Online Matrimonial Fraud

Mumbra Woman Loses 6,750 in Online Matrimonial Fraud

Rediff.com5 days ago

A 29-year-old woman from Mumbra was allegedly defrauded of Rs 6.75 lakh (6,750) by an individual posing as an NRI on a matrimonial website. The accused claimed to be a UK resident and convinced the victim to transfer funds for customs clearances.

The Biggest Spy Movies

The Biggest Spy Movies

Rediff.com17 Mar 2026

Dhurandhar - The Revenge arrives this week and all eyes are on how entertaining the film turns out to be and how much money it makes at the box office. A look at the Top 10 biggies in the Hindi spy film genre.

Jigsaw Puzzle: Unscramble Shahid, Kriti, Rashmika In Cocktail 2

Jigsaw Puzzle: Unscramble Shahid, Kriti, Rashmika In Cocktail 2

Rediff.com25 Mar 2026

Here's your picture puzzle -- a fun way to test your memory!

OnePlus India CEO Robin Liu Resigns - Company Updates India Operations

OnePlus India CEO Robin Liu Resigns - Company Updates India Operations

Rediff.com25 Mar 2026

Robin Liu steps down as India CEO of OnePlus. The company shares key updates on its India operations and future strategy. Here's what it means for the brand and market.

Mamla Legal Hai 2 Review: Retains The Show's Winning Streak

Mamla Legal Hai 2 Review: Retains The Show's Winning Streak

Rediff.com1 days ago

Mamla Legal Hai 2 draws humour from its assorted characters, crafting quirky storylines inspired by newspaper headlines, and anchored by consistently strong performances, led by an ever-reliable Ravi Kishan, applauds Sreeju Sudhakaran.

8 Delightful Recipes For Gudi Padwa

8 Delightful Recipes For Gudi Padwa

Rediff.com19 Mar 2026

This Thursday, March 19 begins the Maharashtrian new year. Gudi Padwa is brought in with traditional rituals that revolve around a new kalash. There is rangoli too. And flowers. An a spectacular array of food.

Vijay Deverakonda-Rashmika Mandanna Start Shooting For Ranabaali

Vijay Deverakonda-Rashmika Mandanna Start Shooting For Ranabaali

Rediff.com5 days ago

Newlyweds Vijay Deverakonda and Rashmika Mandanna have returned to the film set for their highly anticipated period action drama Ranabaali, a crucial project for Deverakonda's career.

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.

Dhurandhar The Revenge Storms Past Rs 800 Crore, Sets New Box Office Records

Dhurandhar The Revenge Storms Past Rs 800 Crore, Sets New Box Office Records

Rediff.com5 days ago

Aditya Dhar's Dhurandhar The Revenge has made cinematic history, smashing box office records by entering the coveted Rs 800 crore (Rs 8 billion) club in its second weekend.

Noida International Airport: Property Prices Soar Along Yamuna Expressway

Noida International Airport: Property Prices Soar Along Yamuna Expressway

Rediff.com5 days ago

The inauguration of Noida International Airport (NIA) is set to significantly increase property values in micro-markets along the Yamuna Expressway, with projections indicating a 28 per cent rise for plots and 22 per cent for apartments over the next two years, according to Colliers.

Gangtok Police Nab Suspect in Death of Deaf and Dumb Traffic Assistant

Gangtok Police Nab Suspect in Death of Deaf and Dumb Traffic Assistant

Rediff.com4 days ago

Police in Gangtok have arrested a 19-year-old youth in connection with the murder of a deaf and dumb man known as 'Traffic Laata,' who assisted with traffic management. The suspect confessed to robbery but claims the death was accidental.

Why Australia's Coach Still Believes in Cameron Green's Test Potential

Why Australia's Coach Still Believes in Cameron Green's Test Potential

Rediff.com4 days ago

Australia's head coach Andrew McDonald has voiced his support for Cameron Green, affirming his place in the Test squad despite a less-than-stellar Ashes series. McDonald cites Green's strong domestic record and potential for growth as reasons for his continued selection.

Vijay Varma's Matka King: A Glimpse 1960s Bombay's Gambling World

Vijay Varma's Matka King: A Glimpse 1960s Bombay's Gambling World

Rediff.com7 days ago

Vijay Varma's upcoming series Matka King is set in the intriguing world of 1960s Bombay's gambling scene.

'My Fashion Mantra Is To Be Myself'

'My Fashion Mantra Is To Be Myself'

Rediff.com20 Mar 2026

Kaustav Dey, VP marketing at Tommy Hilfiger and Calvin Klein, believes fashion should have no boundaries.

Bihar Government Officers Under Scrutiny for Alleged Asset Discrepancies

Bihar Government Officers Under Scrutiny for Alleged Asset Discrepancies

Rediff.com3 days ago

Two senior Bihar government officers are under investigation after the Economic Offences Unit (EOU) discovered property documents, cash deposits, and valuable items allegedly disproportionate to their known income.