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Lakshya Sen and Vimal Kumar Pay Tribute to Retiring Viktor Axelsen

Lakshya Sen and Vimal Kumar Pay Tribute to Retiring Viktor Axelsen

Rediff.com12 hours ago

Indian shuttler Lakshya Sen and coach Vimal Kumar have paid tribute to Viktor Axelsen after the two-time Olympic champion announced his retirement due to ongoing back problems.

Uber and Flipkart Team Up to Reward Riders with SuperCoins

Uber and Flipkart Team Up to Reward Riders with SuperCoins

Rediff.com12 hours ago

Flipkart and Uber have announced a partnership to integrate Flipkart's 'SuperCoins' reward programme into Uber's mobility services, allowing users to earn rewards on rides.

Modi appeals to people to take 9 Pledges on health, nature, others

Modi appeals to people to take 9 Pledges on health, nature, others

Rediff.com12 hours ago

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has called on the people of Karnataka to commit to nine pledges focused on sustainability, health, and local empowerment to drive development in the state and across India.

Delhi: Two men get bail after alleged assault on army brigadier

Delhi: Two men get bail after alleged assault on army brigadier

Rediff.com12 hours ago

Two men arrested for allegedly assaulting an army brigadier and his son in Delhi's Vasant Enclave have been granted police bail, with further investigation ongoing.

The Gulf War: Prem Panicker's Must Read Blog!

The Gulf War: Prem Panicker's Must Read Blog!

Rediff.com12 hours ago

Prem Panicker's Must Read Blog On The Gulf War.

Delhi Police Nab Suspect in Shalimar Bagh E-Commerce Store Robbery

Delhi Police Nab Suspect in Shalimar Bagh E-Commerce Store Robbery

Rediff.com12 hours ago

A 24-year-old man has been arrested for allegedly robbing an e-commerce company's store in Shalimar Bagh, Delhi. Police recovered part of the stolen cash and identified the accused as a habitual offender.

Unscramble The Chand Mera Dil Jigsaw Puzzle

Unscramble The Chand Mera Dil Jigsaw Puzzle

Rediff.com12 hours ago

Have a blast with Chand Mera Dil, one puzzling piece at a time!

How Artemis II's Success Fuels Confidence in India's Gaganyaan Mission

How Artemis II's Success Fuels Confidence in India's Gaganyaan Mission

Rediff.com13 hours ago

The successful Artemis II mission has boosted confidence in India's upcoming Gaganyaan mission, as both aim to demonstrate similar spaceflight capabilities. Experts highlight the collaboration between ISRO and NASA and the shared training programmes for astronauts.

Wedding Party Brawl Turns Fatal: Tavern Worker Killed in Faridabad

Wedding Party Brawl Turns Fatal: Tavern Worker Killed in Faridabad

Rediff.com13 hours ago

A tavern employee in Faridabad was allegedly beaten to death by members of a wedding procession after he refused to serve them alcohol. Police are investigating the incident and searching for the suspects.

Will Trump Attend Islamabad Peace Talks?

Will Trump Attend Islamabad Peace Talks?

Rediff.com13 hours ago

The intriguing bit is that Trump is likely to attend the talks in Islamabad this weekend -- if he does, it will be the clearest signal yet that the US is ready to exit the war with some sort of win to show, since he cannot afford to go for the talks and return empty-handed, notes Prem Panicker in his must read blog on the Iran War

Study Finds AI Chatbots Provide Inaccurate Health Advice

Study Finds AI Chatbots Provide Inaccurate Health Advice

Rediff.com13 hours ago

A new study reveals that AI chatbots often provide inaccurate and incomplete medical information, raising concerns about their use in healthcare communication.

Robert Vadra to Appear in Court Over Haryana Land Deal Case

Robert Vadra to Appear in Court Over Haryana Land Deal Case

Rediff.com13 hours ago

A Delhi court has taken cognisance of an Enforcement Directorate chargesheet against Robert Vadra in a money laundering case linked to a land deal in Haryana's Shikohpur, summoning him to appear in court on May 16.

Is China providing military aid to Iran?

Is China providing military aid to Iran?

Rediff.com13 hours ago

China's Foreign Ministry has refuted allegations of providing military support to Iran, warning the US against imposing tariffs based on these accusations. The statement follows reports of Iran acquiring a Chinese satellite for targeting US military bases. Meanwhile, a rescheduled meeting between Presidents Trump and Xi Jinping is set for May.

Call Records Spark Demand for Inquiry into Ex-Women's Commission Head's Ties to Accused Godman

Call Records Spark Demand for Inquiry into Ex-Women's Commission Head's Ties to Accused Godman

Rediff.com13 hours ago

Activist Anjali Damania has called for the questioning of Rupali Chakankar, former chairperson of the Maharashtra State Commission for Women, regarding her alleged connections with Ashok Kharat, a self-styled godman accused of sexual assault.

Uber and Flipkart Team Up: Earn Rewards on Rides with SuperCoins

Uber and Flipkart Team Up: Earn Rewards on Rides with SuperCoins

Rediff.com13 hours ago

Flipkart and Uber have announced a partnership to integrate Flipkart's SuperCoins reward programme into Uber's mobility services, allowing users to earn rewards on rides.

Court Orders Judicial Custody for Retired IAS Officer in Jal Jeevan Mission Scam

Court Orders Judicial Custody for Retired IAS Officer in Jal Jeevan Mission Scam

Rediff.com13 hours ago

A court in Jaipur has remanded retired IAS officer Subodh Agarwal to 14-day judicial custody in connection with the alleged Rs 960-crore Jal Jeevan Mission scam. Agarwal was arrested on April 10 and produced before the court after police custody.

Redmi A7 Pro 5G Launched In India

Redmi A7 Pro 5G Launched In India

Rediff.com13 hours ago

Xiaomi has unveiled the Redmi A7 Pro 5G in India. The handset begins at 11,499 and comes equipped with an impressive 6,300 mAh battery.

Court cannot judge religious beliefs, Sabarimala board tells SC

Court cannot judge religious beliefs, Sabarimala board tells SC

Rediff.com14 hours ago

The Travancore Devaswom Board (TDB), managing the Sabarimala temple, argued in the Supreme Court that religious beliefs should be judged subjectively by the community, as the court hears petitions related to discrimination against women at religious places.

Wholesale Price Inflation Jumps to 3.88% in March Amidst West Asia Crisis

Wholesale Price Inflation Jumps to 3.88% in March Amidst West Asia Crisis

Rediff.com14 hours ago

India's wholesale price inflation surged to 3.88 per cent in March, marking the fifth consecutive monthly increase, primarily driven by a sharp rise in crude petroleum, natural gas, and manufactured items amidst the West Asia crisis.

IPL 2026: Sakshi, Ziva Bring Spark to CSK Game

IPL 2026: Sakshi, Ziva Bring Spark to CSK Game

Rediff.com14 hours ago

Sakshi Dhoni and her daughter Ziva were seen at Chepauk Stadium supporting Chennai Super Kings and also visited a temple for prayers, highlighting their spiritual side and connection to the team.

Don't allow...: UP CM amid Noida workers' violence

Don't allow...: UP CM amid Noida workers' violence

Rediff.com14 hours ago

Adityanath had earlier referred to a conspiracy angle behind the violence during the protest, which is currently under police investigation.

Congress Corporators in Indore Booked for Refusing to Sing National Song

Congress Corporators in Indore Booked for Refusing to Sing National Song

Rediff.com14 hours ago

Police in Indore, Madhya Pradesh, have registered a case against two Congress corporators for allegedly disturbing communal harmony after they refused to sing the national song 'Vande Mataram' during a municipal corporation session.

Priyanka, Anushka, Rashmika Are Such Cute Tomboys

Priyanka, Anushka, Rashmika Are Such Cute Tomboys

Rediff.com14 hours ago

The tomboy aesthetic isn't just about oversized fits and borrowing from the boys. It's about attitude.

Badminton Star Viktor Axelsen Announces Retirement Due to Injury

Badminton Star Viktor Axelsen Announces Retirement Due to Injury

Rediff.com14 hours ago

Two-time Olympic and world champion Danish badminton player Viktor Axelsen has announced his retirement due to a persistent back injury.

Shah Promises Gorkha Solution, Case Withdrawals if BJP Wins Bengal

Shah Promises Gorkha Solution, Case Withdrawals if BJP Wins Bengal

Rediff.com14 hours ago

Union Home Minister Amit Shah has pledged that the BJP will prioritise resolving the Gorkha issue in Darjeeling and withdraw cases against community leaders if elected in West Bengal. He criticised Mamata Banerjee's government for non-cooperation and assured a constitutional solution.

The Luv Kush Factor: Why BJP Picked Samrat Choudhary

The Luv Kush Factor: Why BJP Picked Samrat Choudhary

Rediff.com14 hours ago

The BJP will use Samrat Choudhary to make a dent into Nitish Kumar's traditional social support base of Kurmi and Koeri/Kushwaha communities.

Student's Family Alleges Delayed Treatment and Harassment in Suicide Case

Student's Family Alleges Delayed Treatment and Harassment in Suicide Case

Rediff.com14 hours ago

The family of a dental student who died after falling from a building in Kannur alleges delayed treatment and caste-based harassment by faculty members, disputing the college's claims about the circumstances surrounding his death.

Gaikwad problem exposed as Ashwin steps in

Gaikwad problem exposed as Ashwin steps in

Rediff.com14 hours ago

Former India off-spinner R Ashwin has suggested Chennai Super Kings captain Ruturaj Gaikwad make a slight adjustment to his batting approach, advising him to play more down the ground early in his innings.

NBFCs see rise in early-stage delinquencies from MSMEs due to West Asia war

NBFCs see rise in early-stage delinquencies from MSMEs due to West Asia war

Rediff.com14 hours ago

Several non-banking financial companies (NBFCs) are observing an increase in early-stage delinquencies within their micro, small and medium enterprises (MSME) loan portfolios, primarily driven by supply chain disruptions and escalating raw material costs exacerbated by the ongoing conflict in West Asia.

Recipe: Chef Varun's Anjeer Ka Ice Cream

Recipe: Chef Varun's Anjeer Ka Ice Cream

Rediff.com14 hours ago

This is no ordinary Anjeer Ka Ice Cream!

Delhi HC Judge's children are govt lawyers: Kejriwal in recusal plea

Delhi HC Judge's children are govt lawyers: Kejriwal in recusal plea

Rediff.com15 hours ago

Kejriwal is seeking the recusal of a Delhi High Court judge in his liquor policy case, alleging a conflict of interest due to the judge's family ties to the central government's legal representation.

Toaster Review: Rajkummar Rao Can't Save This Unfunny Comedy

Toaster Review: Rajkummar Rao Can't Save This Unfunny Comedy

Rediff.com15 hours ago

Toaster is neither a laugh-out-loud comedy nor the kind of satire you would expect from a premise like this, notes Mayur Sanap.

'World Is Out There To Stop Us From Saying What We Want To Say'

'World Is Out There To Stop Us From Saying What We Want To Say'

Rediff.com15 hours ago

'The people who are outraging, they don't have any substantial argument. They are enraging over manufactured memes and manufactured figures.'

Made A Mistake While Filling Your JEE Or NEET Form? 8 Ways To Fix It

Made A Mistake While Filling Your JEE Or NEET Form? 8 Ways To Fix It

Rediff.com15 hours ago

Mayank Chandel, founder of CareerStreets, answers some of the common questions about how you can fix basic mistakes while submitting your JEE and NEET-UG application.

Recipe: Vaishali's Stir Fry Veggie One-Pot Meal

Recipe: Vaishali's Stir Fry Veggie One-Pot Meal

Rediff.com15 hours ago

A stir-fry with an adequate range and volume of vegetables, that incorporates a little protein, be it paneer or tofu or something else, is a hearty, carb-free meal by itself, that will keep you full for several hours.

Akola Additional Collector Accused of Extortion, Threatening Stone Crusher Owners

Akola Additional Collector Accused of Extortion, Threatening Stone Crusher Owners

Rediff.com15 hours ago

An additional collector in Akola, Maharashtra, has been booked for allegedly extorting money from a stone crusher owner and threatening others. The official denies the allegations, and an investigation is underway.

IPL 2026 Week 2 Review: Sooryavanshi, Mukul Dazzle

IPL 2026 Week 2 Review: Sooryavanshi, Mukul Dazzle

Rediff.com16 hours ago

A recap of the action of the second week of IPL 2026.

400-tonne crane topples at Mumbai metro site; traffic hit

400-tonne crane topples at Mumbai metro site; traffic hit

Rediff.com16 hours ago

A crane collapse at a Mumbai Metro construction site in BKC caused significant traffic disruptions, prompting swift action from MMRDA to restore normalcy and investigate the cause of the accident.

Man Found Dead in Palakkad Was Murdered, Say Police

Man Found Dead in Palakkad Was Murdered, Say Police

Rediff.com16 hours ago

Police in Palakkad, Kerala have confirmed that an unidentified man found dead near a hotel was murdered. The investigation is ongoing, with police analysing CCTV footage and working to identify the deceased.

BSNL Taps Samay Raina Buzz

BSNL Taps Samay Raina Buzz

Rediff.com16 hours ago

The post, markedly different from its usual X feed -- typically focused on low-cost tariff plans and anti-spam measures -- appears to ride on Samay Raina's popularity.