News for 'summer'

Will The GST Cut Make A Difference?

Will The GST Cut Make A Difference?

Rediff.com22 Sep 2025

These changes certainly bring India's GST a lot closer to what an ideal GST would look like, points out Karan Bhasin.

Zaara, Anushka Are Ready To Scorch This Summer

Zaara, Anushka Are Ready To Scorch This Summer

Rediff.com20 Mar 2025

Hey there, trendsetters! It's time to prep for hot girl summer with some spicy style inspo.

Adani Power, Druk Green plan Rs 6K cr hydro project in Bhutan

Adani Power, Druk Green plan Rs 6K cr hydro project in Bhutan

Rediff.com6 Sep 2025

Adani Power on Saturday said it has inked a pact with Bhutan's state-owned utility Druk Green Power to set up a 570MW hydro project entailing investment of Rs 6,000 crore, in the Himalayan Kingdom. As per the pact, Adani Power and Druk Green Power Corp Ltd (DGPC), will initiate the the peaking run-of-river Wangchhu hydroelectric project on a BOOT (Build, Own, Operate, Transfer) model.

Chelsea bolster attack with Garnacho signing

Chelsea bolster attack with Garnacho signing

Rediff.com31 Aug 2025

The 21-year-old Alejandro Garnacho's sale value is the fourth largest for a United player after Cristiano Ronaldo, Romelu Lukaku and Angel di Maria.

How a brain-eating amoeba is claiming lives in Kerala

How a brain-eating amoeba is claiming lives in Kerala

Rediff.com18 Sep 2025

Kerala is facing an outbreak of Primary Amoebic Meningoencephalitis (PAM), a rare and deadly brain infection caused by the 'brain-eating amoeba' Naegleria fowleri. Health officials are working to raise awareness and improve diagnostic capabilities.

Sabar Bonda Review: A Rare Gem

Sabar Bonda Review: A Rare Gem

Rediff.com19 Sep 2025

Sabar Bonda is a tender, and exquisitely crafted slice-of-life drama that taps into universal human desire of making a meaningful connection with another human being, observes Mayur Sanap.

EPL: Arsenal trounce Forest; Brentford hold Chelsea

EPL: Arsenal trounce Forest; Brentford hold Chelsea

Rediff.com14 Sep 2025

A summary of Saturday's action in the Premier League.

CAB Awards: Akash Deep steals spotlight with special honour

CAB Awards: Akash Deep steals spotlight with special honour

Rediff.com30 Aug 2025

India pacer Akash Deep received a special award for his impressive performance in the recent Test series in England during annual Cricket Association of Bengal (CAB) awards in Kolkata on Saturday.

England could have new vice-captain for Ashes

England could have new vice-captain for Ashes

Rediff.com15 Sep 2025

Harry Brook could be in contention to replace Ollie Pope as Ben Stokes' deputy when England travel to Australia this winter.

The Kia Syros HTX: Yay Or Nay?

The Kia Syros HTX: Yay Or Nay?

Rediff.com17 Sep 2025

While the Syros shines in many areas, its ride quality is a point of contention, notes Rajesh Karkera.

Olympic heartbreak to world champ- Jaismine's epic comeback

Olympic heartbreak to world champ- Jaismine's epic comeback

Rediff.com14 Sep 2025

Disheartened but not broken after the Olympic loss, Jaismine returned to the Army Sports Institute (ASI) in Pune after a short break. She had made up her mind to stay in the 57kg division, a category that complemented her rangy frame and natural speed.

FC Goa brace for Al Zawraa challenge in ACL 2 opener

FC Goa brace for Al Zawraa challenge in ACL 2 opener

Rediff.com16 Sep 2025

With Fatorda buzzing and continental football back where it belongs, the Gaurs will hope to make a statement and prove they belong among Asia's elite.

Power consumption vs GDP: Some apparent paradoxes

Power consumption vs GDP: Some apparent paradoxes

Rediff.com15 Sep 2025

There are some apparent paradoxes visible in the data from the first quarter of 2025-26 (Q1FY26). The gross domestic product (GDP) delivered a positive surprise with 7.8 per cent year-on-year (Y-o-Y) growth.

John Abraham Comes Home This Weekend

John Abraham Comes Home This Weekend

Rediff.com15 Aug 2025

Spies, aliens, dogs and lawyers, it's quite a colourful spread on your OTT watch this week, points out Sukanya Verma.

Markram, Maharaj set up SA's big win over England

Markram, Maharaj set up SA's big win over England

Rediff.com3 Sep 2025

Keshav Maharaj took 4/22 as South Africa thrashed a woeful England side by seven wickets after dismissing the hosts for just 131 runs in the first One-Day International.

Gunman opens fire in US school; 2 kids dead, 17 injured

Gunman opens fire in US school; 2 kids dead, 17 injured

Rediff.com28 Aug 2025

In yet another tragic incident of gun violence in the United States, a man opened fire during morning Mass at a Catholic school in the city of Minneapolis in the state of Minnesota, killing two children and injuring 17 others before turning the gun on himself, media repots said, citing law enforcement and hospital officials.

8 Air Coolers For A Chill Summer 2025

8 Air Coolers For A Chill Summer 2025

Rediff.com18 May 2025

Looking for perfect air cooler for your small room, spacious living area or even your shop? Defeat the heat with our top 8 cooler picks, carefully selected based on performance, energy efficiency, design and budget-friendliness.

US govt restricts sports visas for transgender women

US govt restricts sports visas for transgender women

Rediff.com5 Aug 2025

Trump to sign order creating Olympics task force ahead of 2028 games

Summer Fun! Go OTT With Oversized Sunglasses

Summer Fun! Go OTT With Oversized Sunglasses

Rediff.com7 May 2025

Not only do their bold frames and large lenses ample protection, they also make you feel like a superstar.

Will Ashwin Feature In BBL 2026?

Will Ashwin Feature In BBL 2026?

Rediff.com3 Sep 2025

'To get someone with Ashwin's credentials to come over here for the BBL will be great at so many levels.'

Tribals to be kept out of ambit of proposed UCC: Rijiju

Tribals to be kept out of ambit of proposed UCC: Rijiju

Rediff.com1 Sep 2025

Union Minister Kiren Rijiju clarifies that tribal communities in the northeast and other areas will be exempt from the proposed Uniform Civil Code (UCC) to preserve their traditional way of life.

Starc eyes WC 2027 spot while Tests remain a priority

Starc eyes WC 2027 spot while Tests remain a priority

Rediff.com6 Sep 2025

'If I wasn't going to be in the frame for 2027 then I didn't want to hold up the spot. I still feel like I've got plenty to offer that ODI team.'

Nigeria joins India in race to host 2030 CWG!

Nigeria joins India in race to host 2030 CWG!

Rediff.com1 Sep 2025

India is not the lone bidder for the 2030 Commonwealth Games and will face competition from Nigeria to get the hosting rights of the multi-sporting event as the African nation has also submitted its formal bid before the August 31 deadline.

MLS calling? Captain Son to leave Spurs

MLS calling? Captain Son to leave Spurs

Rediff.com2 Aug 2025

'I did my best on the field and off the field, and by winning the Europa League, I thought I'd done everything I could and achieved.'

9 Traditional Ways To Conquer Summer Heat

9 Traditional Ways To Conquer Summer Heat

Rediff.com2 May 2025

Holistic living expert Radhika Iyer shares natural, time-tested ways that India has always used to deal with overpowering heat and to stay cool.

Ashes boost for Australia! Green set to return to bowling

Ashes boost for Australia! Green set to return to bowling

Rediff.com21 Aug 2025

All-rounder Cameron Green may opt for a block of red-ball cricket for Western Australia to ramp up his bowling before the Ashes.

US Open PIX: Swiatek survives scare, Sinner, Osaka cruise

US Open PIX: Swiatek survives scare, Sinner, Osaka cruise

Rediff.com29 Aug 2025

Iga Swiatek survived a surprise U.S. Open second-round test on Thursday as men's top seed Jannik Sinner and Japan's four-times major winner Naomi Osaka cruised through.

Bumrah breaks silence after India's epic series draw

Bumrah breaks silence after India's epic series draw

Rediff.com5 Aug 2025

Jasprit Bumrah may have played only three Tests in the England series, but his impact was undeniable - and so was his pride.

8 Kokum Recipes For Summer Wellness

8 Kokum Recipes For Summer Wellness

Rediff.com16 Apr 2025

When the heat comes rolling along, in killing waves, it's time to take out your best ammunition. Yup, we need the cooling magic of kokum in all our foods and drinks.

Man United Boss Slams Players, Apologises To Fans

Man United Boss Slams Players, Apologises To Fans

Rediff.com28 Aug 2025

Ruben Amorim apologised to Manchester United supporters after his reign reached a new low with a humiliating elimination from the League Cup by fourth-tier Grimsby Town on Wednesday.

Hindi Cinema's New Mogul

Hindi Cinema's New Mogul

Rediff.com9 Sep 2025

'We don't make films for profit and that's exactly why profit follows.'

India not to blame for Pakistan's devastating floods: Experts

India not to blame for Pakistan's devastating floods: Experts

Rediff.com3 Sep 2025

Hydrology experts suggest that India cannot be directly blamed for the devastating monsoon flooding in Pakistan this year, citing greater destruction upstream of the border and lack of evidence for intentional action.

Manchester United bolster attack with new signing

Manchester United bolster attack with new signing

Rediff.com9 Aug 2025

The 21-year-old, capped 41 times by Slovenia, is set to lead the attack alongside Cunha and Mbeumo as new manager Rben Amorim seeks to improve on United's 44 goals in 38 league games last season.

Adolescence Star Wins Emmy, Says Namaste

Adolescence Star Wins Emmy, Says Namaste

Rediff.com15 Sep 2025

Stephen Graham won two awards at the Emmys, including Best Actor for his role in Netflix's hit drama Adolescence as well as Best Writing alongside co-creator Jack Thorne.

Brook says Root, not him, deserved series top honours

Brook says Root, not him, deserved series top honours

Rediff.com6 Aug 2025

Harry Brook disagreed with India coach Gautam Gambhir's decision to name him as Player of the Series, saying the honour should have gone to Joe Root

Pragya, Sophie's Exciting Party Looks

Pragya, Sophie's Exciting Party Looks

Rediff.com4 Aug 2025

A night out on the red carpet turns out to be a style feast.

India's 2036 Olympic Games Bid Under Review

India's 2036 Olympic Games Bid Under Review

Rediff.com11 Aug 2025

Mandaviya addresses state of Indian football

Why Are School Students Dying By Suicide?

Why Are School Students Dying By Suicide?

Rediff.com6 Aug 2025

Nearly 70 per cent of total student suicides were committed by school-going students, with students from Class 9 and 10 accounting for the highest share.

Get Your Summer Fix For Just Rs 10

Get Your Summer Fix For Just Rs 10

Rediff.com29 Apr 2025

As the scorching summer sets in, the cola and ice-cream wars have started. Companies have reduced their prices to as little as Rs 10 to give consumers respite from the heat.

12 Luscious Indian Summer Fruits You Have Never Seen

12 Luscious Indian Summer Fruits You Have Never Seen

Rediff.com8 May 2025

Our summers bring baskets and baskets of seasonal phal. Many are intriguing regional varieties. Some you may never have heard of before. Do seek these fruit out and taste them. They are exquisite.