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Why Welcome To The Jungle Is The 'Biggest Film' For Daler Mehndi

Why Welcome To The Jungle Is The 'Biggest Film' For Daler Mehndi

Rediff.com1 days ago

'Sab dost hai lekin jab acting ka time aaya to bahut ghabrahat ho rahi thi.'

Cocktail 2 Eyes Rs 100 Crore Club; Main Vaapas Aaunga Surprises

Cocktail 2 Eyes Rs 100 Crore Club; Main Vaapas Aaunga Surprises

Rediff.com2 days ago

Cocktail 2 has made a significant impact at the box office with a strong opening weekend, while Main Vaapas Aaunga has surprised many with its remarkable post-release resurgence.

Court prevents temple from appyling chemical coating on idol

Court prevents temple from appyling chemical coating on idol

Rediff.com1 days ago

A Solapur court has issued a temporary injunction preventing the Pandharpur temple committee from applying a chemical protective coating on the idol of Lord Vitthal. The decision came after devotees argued that modern chemicals violate religious traditions, while the committee cited preservation needs ahead of the Ashadi Ekadashi pilgrimage. The court emphasised the idol's ownership by devotees and the lack of immediate emergency for the controversial coating.

Why Investors Are Exiting Gold

Why Investors Are Exiting Gold

Rediff.com6 days ago

The case for long-term investment in gold, however, remains intact.

Tata Tiago EV Review: Spacious EV With 286KM Range At Just Rs 4.69 Lakhs

Tata Tiago EV Review: Spacious EV With 286KM Range At Just Rs 4.69 Lakhs

Rediff.com7 days ago

The 2026 Tata Tiago EV has faster charging, is more spacious, has more features and a lifetime battery warranty. So how is st still so affordable, wonders Rajesh Alva.

US-Iran Talks, Crude Prices, FII Activity to Dictate Markets

US-Iran Talks, Crude Prices, FII Activity to Dictate Markets

Rediff.com3 days ago

The Indian stock market's movement this week will be significantly influenced by the outcome of US-Iran talks, global crude oil prices, and the trading activities of foreign institutional investors (FIIs), according to market analysts.

Mammootty, Madhavan, Alka Yagnik Receive Padma Awards

Mammootty, Madhavan, Alka Yagnik Receive Padma Awards

Rediff.com9 hours ago

President Droupadi Murmu conferred the prestigious Padma Awards 2026 upon a host of luminaries, including Mammootty, R Madhavan, and Alka Yagnik.

Marc Faber: 'Indian Markets Can Go Down 20 Per Cent'

Marc Faber: 'Indian Markets Can Go Down 20 Per Cent'

Rediff.com1 days ago

'India has initiated a bear market and we will still go lower. It has nothing to do with the economy.'

What's President Murmu Doing At IMA?

What's President Murmu Doing At IMA?

Rediff.com13 Jun 2026

President Murmu said the presence of nine women cadets at the passing out parade is a watershed moment in IMA's history.

Indian Boxers Secure Four Final Berths, Two Bronze At World Cup 2

Indian Boxers Secure Four Final Berths, Two Bronze At World Cup 2

Rediff.com4 days ago

Indian pugilists Jyoti, Minakshi, Prachi, and Deepak have secured spots in the finals of the World Boxing Cup 2 in Guiyang, China, showcasing a strong performance. Additionally, Jugnoo and Nikhil earned bronze medals, contributing to India's impressive medal tally at the prestigious event.

'A Movie Like This Hasn't Been Done In India'

'A Movie Like This Hasn't Been Done In India'

Rediff.com2 days ago

'It's something a 95 year old and a 5 year old can both fully enjoy. There are not many films like that today.'

Why Amitabh Bachchan Is Getting Sleepless Nights

Why Amitabh Bachchan Is Getting Sleepless Nights

Rediff.com5 days ago

'I have not been able to sleep because of these thoughts, and before I knew it, it was morning.'

Made-in-India drone swarms pass battlefield trial

Made-in-India drone swarms pass battlefield trial

Rediff.com9 hours ago

The autonomous, edge-native drone swarms are capable of continuing operations even when some lose connectivity, run low on battery, or return to base.

CBSE Re-Evaluation Results: What You Must Know

CBSE Re-Evaluation Results: What You Must Know

Rediff.com2 days ago

The revised outcomes are being released through DigiLocker, and students whose marks have changed following re-evaluation or verification can download revised marksheets.

UK court orders Nirav Modi to pay over $11.5 million to Bank of India

UK court orders Nirav Modi to pay over $11.5 million to Bank of India

Rediff.com2 hours ago

Fugitive diamond merchant Nirav Modi has been ordered by a UK High Court to pay Bank of India over USD 11.5 million, including accruing interest, for a personal loan guarantee related to his Dubai-incorporated firm, Firestar Diamond FZE.

Government's Big Plans For North East Oil Exploration

Government's Big Plans For North East Oil Exploration

Rediff.com13 hours ago

A tripartite pact -- amid the promise of removing AFSPA from almost all of the North East -- revives hydrocarbon exploration along the Assam-Nagaland border after decades of dormancy.

Info Edge invests over Rs 1,000 crore in AI, deep-tech startups since 2020

Info Edge invests over Rs 1,000 crore in AI, deep-tech startups since 2020

Rediff.com1 days ago

Info Edge, the parent company of naukri.com, has invested over 1,000 crore in more than 50 artificial intelligence (AI) and deep-tech startups since 2020, demonstrating its commitment to fostering India's emerging technology ecosystem.

6 Breakthroughs Put India In Missile Elite

6 Breakthroughs Put India In Missile Elite

Rediff.com1 days ago

Successful interceptor, anti-ship, MIRV and hypersonic technology tests have strengthened India's position among a select group of advanced missile powers.

Want OpenAI Shares? Read This First

Want OpenAI Shares? Read This First

Rediff.com7 days ago

Investors should do thorough due diligence when selecting a platform.

A Green Banana Adventure

A Green Banana Adventure

Rediff.com1 days ago

It took years and years to bump into a green banana and learn how to eat it.

Ahmedabad Crash: One Year Later

Ahmedabad Crash: One Year Later

Rediff.com12 Jun 2026

A year after the Air India Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner crash in Ahmedabad that claimed hundreds of lives families continue to mourn while the crash site stands as a stark reminder of one of India's worst aviation disasters.

10 Partition Dramas You Must Watch

10 Partition Dramas You Must Watch

Rediff.com15 Jun 2026

Imtiaz Ali's new film Main Vaapas Aaunga is set to delve into the enduring trauma of the 1947 Partition, continuing Bollywood's complex cinematic journey of depicting one of history's most violent and impactful events.

Minakshi Storms Into Boxing World Cup Quarters; Assures India Of Medal

Minakshi Storms Into Boxing World Cup Quarters; Assures India Of Medal

Rediff.com6 days ago

Indian boxer Minakshi, a former world champion, has advanced to the quarterfinals of the World Cup (Stage 2) in the 51kg category after a dominant victory.

Assam Gets Rs 1,400 Crore Brahmaputra Bridge

Assam Gets Rs 1,400 Crore Brahmaputra Bridge

Rediff.com2 days ago

The new bridge will come up alongside the existing crossings at Saraighat, where two bridges currently connect the north and south banks of the Brahmaputra -- the iconic road-cum-rail Saraighat Bridge and a separate road bridge.

Guwahati Misses Out On Hosting India-Japan Summit

Guwahati Misses Out On Hosting India-Japan Summit

Rediff.com4 hours ago

The visit was expected to project Assam as the gateway to Southeast Asia and reinforce the state's emergence as a preferred investment destination.

Unscramble The Alpha Jigsaw Puzzle

Unscramble The Alpha Jigsaw Puzzle

Rediff.com7 days ago

Have a blast with Alpha, one puzzling piece at a time!

BEST bus strike: Mumbaikars continue to struggle for 2nd day

BEST bus strike: Mumbaikars continue to struggle for 2nd day

Rediff.com3 days ago

BEST employees continued their strike in Mumbai for a second day, causing significant disruption to public transport despite appeals from the Maharashtra Transport Minister and the invocation of MESMA. Commuters were forced to rely on alternative, overcrowded transport options, while the striking unions maintained their demands for budget merger, improved pay, and absorption of contractual workers.

Market participants expect RBI to provide weekly updates on FCNR (B) inflows

Market participants expect RBI to provide weekly updates on FCNR (B) inflows

Rediff.com2 days ago

Market participants are keenly awaiting regular, preferably weekly, updates from the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) on Foreign Currency Non-Resident (Bank), or FCNR (B), deposits, following the central bank's directive for banks to submit daily data on these inflows.

Papa Meri Jaan

Papa Meri Jaan

Rediff.com3 days ago

Let's remember and celebrate all the countless things your dad did or does in our lives.

Aamir Khan Joins Stars Who Married After 60

Aamir Khan Joins Stars Who Married After 60

Rediff.com16 Jun 2026

Aamir Khan, 61, is set to marry Gauri Spratt next month, joining a list of celebrities who found love and tied the knot after turning 60, proving that age is no barrier to companionship and happiness.

Tom Holland Confirms Marriage To Zendaya

Tom Holland Confirms Marriage To Zendaya

Rediff.com7 days ago

Tom Holland has confirmed that he and long-time partner Zendaya are married, putting months of speculation about the couple's relationship status to rest.

Light A Candle For Galwan Martyrs

Light A Candle For Galwan Martyrs

Rediff.com15 Jun 2026

Their Supreme Sacrifice for the Motherland will Never be Forgotten.

Sunny Deol-Ameesha Patel Celebrate 25 Years Of Gadar: Ek Prem Katha

Sunny Deol-Ameesha Patel Celebrate 25 Years Of Gadar: Ek Prem Katha

Rediff.com16 Jun 2026

Sunny Deol and Ameesha Patel reunite to celebrate 25 years of the Bollywood blockbuster Gadar: Ek Prem Katha.

Mumbai's BEST bus services remain below normal despite strike recall

Mumbai's BEST bus services remain below normal despite strike recall

Rediff.com2 days ago

Despite BEST employees calling off their indefinite strike, Mumbai's bus services remained significantly below normal on Monday morning, with only 57% of the scheduled fleet operational. Commuters experienced long waits, leading many to seek alternative transport. The strike ended after an agreement with Deputy CM Eknath Shinde, which included interim pay hikes and commitments for future improvements and clearing dues.

Nushrratt, Bhumi, Kajol Step Out To WIN!

Nushrratt, Bhumi, Kajol Step Out To WIN!

Rediff.com7 days ago

Film folk stepped out for yet another midweek awards show in Mumbai. The eighth edition of the IWMBuzz Digital Awards was held at the JW Marriott hotel, and the red carpet fashion was very glamorous.

'What Happened With Anthropic Is A Wake-Up Call'

'What Happened With Anthropic Is A Wake-Up Call'

Rediff.com11 hours ago

'It shows that access to these technologies cannot be taken for granted.'

Want To Study At Melbourne University?

Want To Study At Melbourne University?

Rediff.com2 days ago

'We're doing a lot of work around work-integrated learning, providing students with every opportunity to take at least part of their education as a practical work-based experience.'

NDA Closes On Rajya Sabha Two-Third Mark

NDA Closes On Rajya Sabha Two-Third Mark

Rediff.com2 days ago

Its strength is set to increase by 3 seats once the current round of Rajya Sabha polls for 27 seats are concluded on June 28.

Novartis Launches Prostate Cancer Radiotherapy

Novartis Launches Prostate Cancer Radiotherapy

Rediff.com1 days ago

The launch highlights the growing maturity of India's nuclear medicine ecosystem.

33C and a hoodie: How police cracked Lohagad trek murder probe

33C and a hoodie: How police cracked Lohagad trek murder probe

Rediff.com10 hours ago

In a deadly twist to what would have been a dream wedding, police on Tuesday said 26-year-old Ketan, who died while on a trek on June 18, was allegedly pushed into the gorge by his fiancee Siya (20) and her lover Chetan (22).