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Akanksha Chamola's Third Secret Is...

Akanksha Chamola's Third Secret Is...

Rediff.com16 Jul 2026

Akanksha Chamola has already dropped two bombshell secrets inside the Lock Upp 2 house and we've cracked her third one.

Asian Tour, DP World Tour, PGA TOUR Forge Landmark Partnership Until 2029

Asian Tour, DP World Tour, PGA TOUR Forge Landmark Partnership Until 2029

Rediff.com6 days ago

The Asian Tour, DP World Tour, and PGA TOUR have announced a significant partnership extending until at least 2029. This alliance aims to enhance commercial and playing opportunities, establish pathways for Asian Tour members, and will see the DP World Tour co-sanctioning events with the Asian Tour again, marking a new era for professional golf globally and a potential setback for LIV Golf.

India's Forex Kitty Jumps $964 Million to $675.15 Billion

India's Forex Kitty Jumps $964 Million to $675.15 Billion

Rediff.com17 Jul 2026

India's foreign exchange reserves increased by USD 964 million to USD 675.157 billion in the week ending July 10, according to the Reserve Bank of India.

Baby Vihaan: Katrina Shares First Look

Baby Vihaan: Katrina Shares First Look

Rediff.com7 days ago

Katrina Kaif celebrates her birthday with her 'most precious blessing'.

'Don't drag us into this': HC refuses urgent hearing on police violence

'Don't drag us into this': HC refuses urgent hearing on police violence

Rediff.com6 days ago

The Delhi High Court declined to urgently hear a petition regarding alleged excessive force used by city police against students protesting with the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) during their "Chalo Sansad" march. The CJP accused police of injuring protesters and assaulting activist Sonam Wangchuk's wife, Gitanjali J Angmo, a claim denied by Delhi Police.

Anti-Paper Leak Bill: Political Battleground In Parliament

Anti-Paper Leak Bill: Political Battleground In Parliament

Rediff.com7 minutes ago

Monday's proceedings demonstrated that the legislative debate has become inseparable from the broader political crisis surrounding the NEET controversy.

Sports Ministry Provisionally Recognises FMSCI To Boost Motorsport In India

Sports Ministry Provisionally Recognises FMSCI To Boost Motorsport In India

Rediff.com3 days ago

The Sports Ministry has provisionally recognised the Federation of Motor Sports Clubs of India (FMSCI) as a National Sports Federation (NSF), a move aimed at promoting motorsport and facilitating Formula 1's return to India. This recognition requires FMSCI to amend its constitution to comply with governance acts, and a Task Force is being established to assess the benefits and challenges of hosting major motorsport events.

'Leave Abhishek's hand': Madan Mitra gives Mamata one-month ultimatum

'Leave Abhishek's hand': Madan Mitra gives Mamata one-month ultimatum

Rediff.com5 days ago

Senior Trinamool Congress MLA Madan Mitra on Tuesday gave party supremo Mamata Banerjee a one-month ultimatum to "leave Abhishek's hand" and reconnect with grassroot workers, while asking the Trinamool Congress national general secretary Abhishek Banerjee to admit his "mistakes".

Modi 'most anti-youth' PM: Rahul slams police action against CJP protesters

Modi 'most anti-youth' PM: Rahul slams police action against CJP protesters

Rediff.com6 days ago

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on Monday dubbed Prime Minister Narendra Modi as the "most anti-youth" PM in the country's history as he accused the government of not just failing the youth but also pouncing on them.

Dhurandhar Actor Ayesha Khan Detained During Protests

Dhurandhar Actor Ayesha Khan Detained During Protests

Rediff.com4 days ago

Actors Ayesha Khan, Imran Khan, Huma Qureshi and Saqib Saleem have joined the nationwide youth protests.

Provisional NSF Status For FMSCI Paves Way For F1 Return

Provisional NSF Status For FMSCI Paves Way For F1 Return

Rediff.com3 days ago

The Sports Ministry has provisionally recognised the Federation of Motor Sports Clubs of India (FMSCI) as a National Sports Federation (NSF). This status makes FMSCI eligible for financial grants and is a significant step in the government's efforts to bring Formula 1 racing back to India, with a Task Force also being formed to explore hosting major motorsport events.

Kerala Rights Body Orders Payout In Police Pepper Spray Case

Kerala Rights Body Orders Payout In Police Pepper Spray Case

Rediff.com20 May 2026

The Kerala State Human Rights Commission has directed the state government to pay Rs 50,000 in compensation to a man who alleged that a sub-inspector sprayed a liquid, suspected to be pepper spray, into his eyes at a police station in Thiruvananthapuram.

'Gen Z Has Shown How The Government's Arrogance Can Be Broken'

'Gen Z Has Shown How The Government's Arrogance Can Be Broken'

Rediff.com1 days ago

What remained at Shivaji Park was not Gen Z anger but of momentum -- a generation that had, in its own telling, made an emperor bow, and intends to keep singing and meme-ing about it.

Young Indian Squad Seeks Unassailable Lead In Zimbabwe T20I Series

Young Indian Squad Seeks Unassailable Lead In Zimbabwe T20I Series

Rediff.com3 days ago

India, led by Shreyas Iyer, aims to secure an unassailable lead against Zimbabwe in the second T20I after a convincing seven-wicket victory in the opener. Young talents like Vaibhav Sooryavanshi and Mayank Yadav were instrumental in the first match, showcasing strong batting and pace bowling performances.

Govt ready, Opposition running away from NEET debate: Rijiju

Govt ready, Opposition running away from NEET debate: Rijiju

Rediff.com4 days ago

Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju has accused the Opposition of setting pre-conditions for a debate on the critical NEET paper leak issue, stating that the government is ready for a comprehensive discussion.

Mumbai cop manhandles woman protester, police defends

Mumbai cop manhandles woman protester, police defends

Rediff.com3 days ago

A viral video shows a plainclothes policeman allegedly manhandling a woman protester during a NEET paper leak demonstration in Mumbai.

Protester who suffered pellet gun injuries discharged from hospital

Protester who suffered pellet gun injuries discharged from hospital

Rediff.com2 days ago

Sheikh Irshad Mansoori, an accounts manager from Gurugram, was severely injured by pellets during a protest in Central Delhi on July 20. He underwent surgery at Lady Hardinge Hospital to remove pellets from his face and neck, sustaining injuries near vital structures. The Delhi Police denied using pellet guns, while other protesters, including a 10-year-old boy, also suffered serious injuries during the demonstrations against alleged exam irregularities.

Alia Bhatt: 'Last Few Days Have Broken My Heart'

Alia Bhatt: 'Last Few Days Have Broken My Heart'

Rediff.com4 days ago

'In solidarity with every student demanding accountability, justice and hope for a future they can believe in.'

Mumbai Rain Is Now A Traded Asset

Mumbai Rain Is Now A Traded Asset

Rediff.com3 days ago

Mumbai has spent four centuries building folklore around its monsoon: The potholes, the delayed trains, the office debates about whether it will 'break' this week or next. It turns out the rain was always a market. Nobody had built the exchange for it until now!

Second DMK MLA arrested for defamatory speech against Vijay

Second DMK MLA arrested for defamatory speech against Vijay

Rediff.com7 days ago

DMK MLA G V Markandeyan was arrested for allegedly making defamatory remarks and threatening Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay, leading to strong condemnation from DMK president M K Stalin, who accused the ruling TVK of political vendetta.

Monsoon Getaways Drive Travel Bookings

Monsoon Getaways Drive Travel Bookings

Rediff.com17 Jul 2026

Popular monsoon destinations include Kerala, Goa, Wayanad, Munnar, Mussoorie, Nainital, Bali, Thailand and the Maldives.

HC dismisses PIL over Wangchuk's forcible hospital shift

HC dismisses PIL over Wangchuk's forcible hospital shift

Rediff.com5 days ago

The Delhi High Court has dismissed a Public Interest Litigation (PIL) challenging the forcible shifting of activist Sonam Wangchuk from a protest site at Jantar Mantar to Safdarjung Hospital during his hunger strike. The court noted that the issue of his hospitalisation had been previously addressed and dismissed the new petition, advising the petitioner to lodge an FIR if still aggrieved.

NEET row: Mumbai cop shunted after drug threat to student protesters

NEET row: Mumbai cop shunted after drug threat to student protesters

Rediff.com3 days ago

The Mumbai police on Thursday ordered a probe and removed a police driver from the duty roster after a viral video purportedly showed him threatening student protesters with false narcotics charges if they returned to demonstrate.

'Our Rotten-To-The-Core Education System Needs Shock Treatment'

'Our Rotten-To-The-Core Education System Needs Shock Treatment'

Rediff.com2 days ago

'Let the world know that India's Gen Z has now moved out of their social media world and is ready to face the lathis, the tear gas shells or the spiked-dandas of cops.'

Youth Protest: The Lasting Lessons

Youth Protest: The Lasting Lessons

Rediff.com2 days ago

At the end of this journey, no matter now it ends, these youngsters will know something essential about the Indian government, the Indian judiciary, the Indian media, the Indian police, the Indian laws and indeed about Indian society, asserts Aakar Patel.

Rohit Sharma Still Has Unfinished Business

Rohit Sharma Still Has Unfinished Business

Rediff.com5 days ago

The Hitman still probably hurts over missing World Cup glory in 2011 and his stellar career rightfully deserves one last hurrah at the ODI World Cup.

Bangladesh pushes for India cricket tour in September to revive ties

Bangladesh pushes for India cricket tour in September to revive ties

Rediff.com6 days ago

Bangladesh is actively pursuing a cricket series against India in September, utilising sports diplomacy to mend strained bilateral ties following a controversy involving Mustafizur Rahman and Bangladesh's subsequent T20 World Cup boycott.

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi Can't Be Demoralised By Anyone

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi Can't Be Demoralised By Anyone

Rediff.com3 days ago

At 15, Vaibhav Sooryavanshi has not just won a match. He has led from the front, lifted a struggling side, and announced -- loudly and clearly -- that he is here to stay, applauds R K Nayar.

Rahul brings protester 'injured by pellet gun' before media

Rahul brings protester 'injured by pellet gun' before media

Rediff.com2 days ago

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi has intensified his criticism of the government, demanding the immediate removal of Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan and an apology from Prime Minister Narendra Modi following alleged pellet gun injuries to student protesters.

NEET protests turn violent in Bihar, several hurt; police open fire in air

NEET protests turn violent in Bihar, several hurt; police open fire in air

Rediff.com3 days ago

Many students and at least 14 police personnel were injured in clashes during protests over NEET paper leak across several districts of Bihar on Thursday, prompting the security forces to fire in the air and baton-charge to disperse the agitators, officers said.

'Will monitor everything closely': SC on NEET paper leaks

'Will monitor everything closely': SC on NEET paper leaks

Rediff.com3 days ago

The Supreme Court has informed the Centre that it will closely monitor the steps taken to curb NEET examination paper leaks, emphasising that 'ad hocism has caused trouble for years' and demanding a comprehensive overhaul of the examination process.

'India Has Only 15 More Years Left...'

'India Has Only 15 More Years Left...'

Rediff.com9 hours ago

'After that the burdens of an ageing population will be upon us, and the share of working age population will shrink.'

Next agitation to be 10 times bigger: Rahul's warning to BJP-RSS

Next agitation to be 10 times bigger: Rahul's warning to BJP-RSS

Rediff.com1 days ago

Following Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation amidst widespread student protests over the NEET paper leak, Congress leader Rahul Gandhi congratulated the youth, calling it a crucial step for education reform, and urged broader public action to hold the government accountable, demanding an apology from Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

Manpreet Singh Targets World Cup Medal, Los Angeles Olympics 2028

Manpreet Singh Targets World Cup Medal, Los Angeles Olympics 2028

Rediff.com3 days ago

Veteran Indian hockey midfielder Manpreet Singh, despite numerous accolades including Olympic medals, is determined to win a World Cup medal before concluding his illustrious career after the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics.

KKR Took Too Long To Find Right Balance: Cameron Green

KKR Took Too Long To Find Right Balance: Cameron Green

Rediff.com17 May 2026

Cameron Green admits Kolkata Knight Riders took too long to figure out the right player roles, but their recent comeback keeps them in playoff contention after defeating Gujarat Titans.

Adarsh Baal Vidyalaya Review: Humour, Heart, Hard Realities

Adarsh Baal Vidyalaya Review: Humour, Heart, Hard Realities

Rediff.com3 days ago

Adarsh Baal Vidyalaya is as breezy and it is earnest, discovers Deepa Gahlot.

Rohit Silences All Doubts With Historic Century At Lord's

Rohit Silences All Doubts With Historic Century At Lord's

Rediff.com7 days ago

Rohit Sharma silenced all doubts about his place in India's ODI team as he blasted his way to a 84-ball century in the series-deciding third and final One-Day International against England, at Lord's, on Sunday.

'I didn't believe Rohit': Samson reveals turning point behind T20 WC heroics

'I didn't believe Rohit': Samson reveals turning point behind T20 WC heroics

Rediff.com5 days ago

Sanju Samson reveals why he didn't believe Rohit Sharma after being dropped before the T20 World Cup 2026 and how self-reflection helped him return as India's leading run-scorer and Player of the Tournament.

'Battles Of Tololing And Tiger Hill Were Among The Toughest Battles Ever Fought'

'Battles Of Tololing And Tiger Hill Were Among The Toughest Battles Ever Fought'

Rediff.com5 days ago

'I was fortunate enough to be associated with two of the most important battles fought by the Indian Army, the Battle of Tololing and Battle of Tiger Hill.' 'Sometimes, I think how I survived those battles on Tololing and on Tiger Hill.'

Uddhav, Raj unite over NEET row, announce march in Mumbai on July 26

Uddhav, Raj unite over NEET row, announce march in Mumbai on July 26

Rediff.com4 days ago

Shiv Sena (UBT) chief Uddhav Thackeray and MNS president Raj Thackeray have announced a joint 'morcha' (protest march) in Mumbai on July 26 to express solidarity with students protesting the NEET paper leak and alleged police atrocities.