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Allahbadia row: Panel seeks law amendments to tackle abusive online content

Allahbadia row: Panel seeks law amendments to tackle abusive online content

Rediff.com13 Feb 2025

A parliamentary panel has asked the Information and Broadcasting Ministry to submit a note on amendments needed in existing laws to clamp down on controversial content like the one involving YouTuber Ranveer Allahbadia. Members from different parties voiced concern over Allahbadia's crass comments at a YouTube programme and called for stringent measures to punish him and to ensure that such an incident does not recur. The committee's chairperson and BJP MP Nishikant Dubey shared their concerns at the meeting attended by Information and Broadcasting Secretary Sanjay Jaju and other senior ministry officials.

IPL 2025: Royals' cake smash for Vaibhav's 14th birthday!

IPL 2025: Royals' cake smash for Vaibhav's 14th birthday!

Rediff.com28 Mar 2025

The young star had a memorable day in midst of the busy IPL schedule as he celebrated his 14th birthday with his teammates on Thursday, March 27.

Ronaldo snubs Club World Cup, confirms he's not going

Ronaldo snubs Club World Cup, confirms he's not going

Rediff.com7 Jun 2025

Al-Nassr and Portugal forward Cristiano Ronaldo said on Saturday he did not plan to play at the Club World Cup in the United States, despite being courted by clubs participating in the expanded 32-team tournament.

PV Sindhu Engaged!

PV Sindhu Engaged!

Rediff.com14 Dec 2024

Indian badminton sensation PV Sindhu is set to tie the knot with Hyderabad-based businessman, Venkata Datta Sai.

Suryavanshi Just Made Google's CEO Sit Up and Tweet

Suryavanshi Just Made Google's CEO Sit Up and Tweet

Rediff.com20 Apr 2025

None more eye-catching than Google CEO Sundar Pichai, who posted on X, "Woke up to watch an 8th grader play in the IPL!!!! What a debut."

'When plane started descending, I thought it was going to land'

'When plane started descending, I thought it was going to land'

Rediff.com16 Jun 2025

The tragic incident saw 241 of the 242 lives on board the London-bound Boeing 787-8 perish, along with 29 people on the ground as the aircraft plunged into a medical college campus shortly after takeoff.

'When Boys Are Rejected By A Girl, They Resort To Toxicity'

'When Boys Are Rejected By A Girl, They Resort To Toxicity'

Rediff.com9 Apr 2025

'The male-dominant Indian culture displays a lot of violence, a lot of aggression towards women.'

CBI to probe TN custodial death; 5 cops held for murder

CBI to probe TN custodial death; 5 cops held for murder

Rediff.com1 Jul 2025

Amid widespread outrage and criticism, and opposition demand for a CBI probe, Chief Minister M K Stalin on Tuesday ordered transferring to the central agency, the investigation into death of Ajithkumar (29), who was picked up by a "special team" for interrogation in connection with a theft case.

'Let him play': Bond reacts to teen star's IPL setback

'Let him play': Bond reacts to teen star's IPL setback

Rediff.com3 May 2025

Suryavanshi has the licence to express himself: Bond stands by teenager after MI setback

Is All Well With Vinod Kambli?

Is All Well With Vinod Kambli?

Rediff.com5 Aug 2024

A distressing video has emerged showing the former cricket sensation struggling to walk and requiring assistance from bystanders.

American 'Pommel horse guy' is an internet sensation

American 'Pommel horse guy' is an internet sensation

Rediff.com1 Aug 2024

Nedoroscik, affectionately known as "pommel horse guy" after his specialty apparatus, is having his moment on the internet with memes, jokes and tribute songs

Delhi HC quashes RCB's plea against Uber ad

Delhi HC quashes RCB's plea against Uber ad

Rediff.com5 May 2025

Earlier, describing the video advertisement, RCB's counsel said the cricketer could be seen running towards Bengaluru cricket stadium with an aim to vandalise the signage of "Bengaluru Vs Hyderabad", takes a spray paint and writes "Royally Challenged" before Bengaluru making it "Royally Challenged Bengaluru" which disparages RCB's mark.

Rajiv Gandhi failed twice but became PM: Mani Shankar Aiyar

Rajiv Gandhi failed twice but became PM: Mani Shankar Aiyar

Rediff.com6 Mar 2025

Responding to the controversy, Congress leader Harish Rawat refused to comment on Aiyar's remarks, dismissing him as a "frustrated individual."

The Tribe Is Glamorous But Brutal

The Tribe Is Glamorous But Brutal

Rediff.com8 Oct 2024

The Kardashians serve as a blueprint for The Tribe's own journey, observes Shristi Sahoo.

Review: Black, White & Gray: Love Kills Keeps You Hooked

Review: Black, White & Gray: Love Kills Keeps You Hooked

Rediff.com2 May 2025

Black, White & Gray - Love Kills has a unique take on the standard murder mystery that may not be perfect but is very entertaining nonetheless, discovers Mayur Sanap.

SEE: Shaheen Afridi's heartwarming celebration for his newborn son

SEE: Shaheen Afridi's heartwarming celebration for his newborn son

Rediff.com24 Aug 2024

Shaheen Shah Afridi and his wife Ansha Afridi have welcomed a new member into their family.

PIX: Rashid Khan's grand wedding takes Kabul by storm

PIX: Rashid Khan's grand wedding takes Kabul by storm

Rediff.com4 Oct 2024

Afghanistan's star all-rounder, Rashid Khan, celebrated his grand wedding in Kabul on October 3, 2024. The event, held in Afghanistan's capital, quickly became a viral sensation as videos from the ceremony circulated on social media.

12-year-old bags double hat-trick in one over!

12-year-old bags double hat-trick in one over!

Rediff.com16 Jun 2023

12-year-old junior player Oliver Whitehouse bagged a 'double hat-trick' in an astonishing over for his club.

What's Uorfi Doing At Fashion Week?

What's Uorfi Doing At Fashion Week?

Rediff.com13 Mar 2023

A glimpse of the celebs who showed up at Lakme Fashion Week x FDCI.

Rohit's Walk Gets Ric Flair's Nod

Rohit's Walk Gets Ric Flair's Nod

Rediff.com3 Jul 2024

The two-time WWE Hall of Famer captioned the video, "The Worldwide Sensation! WOOOOO!", leaving no doubt about the inspiration behind Rohit's celebratory walk.

Is this hottie Barca's good luck charm?

Is this hottie Barca's good luck charm?

Rediff.com22 Mar 2022

Real Madrid are comfortably perched on top of the La Liga standings with 66 points while Barca are now third on 54 points with a game in hand, three points behind second-placed Sevilla.

'I couldn't control myself': Alcaraz apologises for outburst

'I couldn't control myself': Alcaraz apologises for outburst

Rediff.com18 Aug 2024

Carlos Alcaraz has vowed to learn from the incident and ensure it doesn't happen again

New York here I come! Erigaisi receives US visa

New York here I come! Erigaisi receives US visa

Rediff.com23 Dec 2024

Arjun Erigaisi breathed a sigh of relief after receiving his US visa to compete in the upcoming World Rapid and Blitz Championships in New York

Sania Mirza's New Nameplate

Sania Mirza's New Nameplate

Rediff.com24 May 2024

Sania shared a heartwarming glimpse into her life, featuring a new nameplate for her house that reads 'Sania & Izhaan'.

CTRL Review: Masterful Thriller

CTRL Review: Masterful Thriller

Rediff.com4 Oct 2024

Sukanya Verma recommends watching CTRL on a computer for an eerie, immersive, real-time experience.

Kohli Does A Bumrah To Save Six!

Kohli Does A Bumrah To Save Six!

Rediff.com18 Jan 2024

The photograph of Virat Kohli leaping high with his hand outstretched resembled the slingy bowling action of Jasprit Bumrah.

'Jingle Bellwa' to Bhangra Santa: Christmas carols go desi

'Jingle Bellwa' to Bhangra Santa: Christmas carols go desi

Rediff.com26 Dec 2024

Santa Claus grooving to a bhangra beat or lip-syncing to a Bhojpuri rendition of 'Jingle Bells', adding in some ha-ha-ha to the classic ho-ho-ho this festive season, are the many amusing, desi versions of Christmas carols.

'A Comeback In Sanju Style'!

'A Comeback In Sanju Style'!

Rediff.com13 Oct 2024

'This is not just a 100, this is an emotion.'

Meet This Winter Olympics Sensation

Meet This Winter Olympics Sensation

Rediff.com11 Feb 2022

Eileen Gu is fast becoming one of China's hottest young stars.

SEE: 6-year-old goalkeeping prodigy

SEE: 6-year-old goalkeeping prodigy

Rediff.com30 Apr 2024

Samborlang shot to fame after Argentina's World Cup-winning goalkeeper Junior Emiliano Martinez shared a video of the six-year-old on his Instagram handle.

Guess who this actress is!

Guess who this actress is!

Rediff.com23 Jun 2018

Test your gyaan right here!

How To AVOID LOSSES When Markets Crash

How To AVOID LOSSES When Markets Crash

Rediff.com26 Nov 2024

In a falling market, the value of your investment keeps going down. However, the reduction in value is purely a notional loss if you remain invested. When you redeem in a falling market, the notional loss becomes a permanent loss, explains Anamika Pareek.

Creator of Rashmika Mandanna deepfake video arrested

Creator of Rashmika Mandanna deepfake video arrested

Rediff.com20 Jan 2024

On November 10, an FIR was registered under Indian Penal Code sections 465 (punishment for forgery) and 469 (forgery for purpose of harming reputation) and sections 66C and 66E of the Information Technology Act at the Intelligence Fusion and Strategic Operations (IFSO) Unit of the Delhi Police's Special Cell.

Priya Prakash beats Sunny Leone

Priya Prakash beats Sunny Leone

Rediff.com16 Feb 2018

With over three million followers on Instagram, Priya has become a social media sensation overnight.

Guess Which IPL Star Is in The Maldives?

Guess Which IPL Star Is in The Maldives?

Rediff.com5 Jun 2023

'Caution: Addictive content ahead,' Rinku captioned his Instagram post.

Pant, The Greatest Comeback Story

Pant, The Greatest Comeback Story

Rediff.com22 Sep 2024

After a 20-month absence from Test cricket, Rishabh Pant's return was nothing short of sensational.

Born without arms, this dancer is living her dreams

Born without arms, this dancer is living her dreams

Rediff.com1 Mar 2021

Meet Vitoria Bueno, a 16-year-old dancer whose genetic condition left her without arms.

What's Ravi Shastri celebrating?

What's Ravi Shastri celebrating?

Rediff.com26 Jun 2024

'Time flies. A Day that changed the FACE of Indian Cricket forever. Old is Gold. 41 years - #TDTY #WorldChampions.'

Will Paris Champ Be Stripped Of Gold Medal?

Will Paris Champ Be Stripped Of Gold Medal?

Rediff.com5 Nov 2024

Algerian boxer Imane Khelif, who won gold in the women's 66kg boxing event at Paris 2024, is facing mounting calls to be stripped of her medal. A leaked medical report reveals that Khelif has internal testicles, an XY chromosomal pattern, and male testosterone levels.

Sensational In Sequins: Pooja, Janhvi, Ananya...

Sensational In Sequins: Pooja, Janhvi, Ananya...

Rediff.com30 Jun 2022

Which of these sequinned looks is your favourite?