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Hy'bad journalist booked for tweeting about power cut

Hy'bad journalist booked for tweeting about power cut

Rediff.com19 Jun 2024

The complainant claimed that the journalist had made a false allegation and was intentionally defaming the state government and his organisation TGSPDCL.

'How low can you stoop?': Dhawan slams Afridi

'How low can you stoop?': Dhawan slams Afridi

Rediff.com29 Apr 2025

Former India opener Shikhar Dhawan slammed ex-Pakistan spinner Shahid Afridi for his controversial comments on the Pahalgam terror attack.

SEE: Neeraj's picturesque Holi greeting

SEE: Neeraj's picturesque Holi greeting

Rediff.com14 Mar 2025

India's Olympic Heroes Neeraj Chopra and Manu Bhaker posted Holi greetings on their respective social media handles on Friday.

Why Delhi Ranji coach is shocked at Kohli's retirement

Why Delhi Ranji coach is shocked at Kohli's retirement

Rediff.com12 May 2025

What's interesting is now fans are questioning the reasons and persons behind their retirements.

'Only Trump Can Unite Thackeray Brothers'

'Only Trump Can Unite Thackeray Brothers'

Rediff.com6 Jun 2025

'Like me there are crores of Marathi people in the state hoping for this miracle to work.'

Sachin's message on Operation Sindoor goes viral

Sachin's message on Operation Sindoor goes viral

Rediff.com7 May 2025

"Fearless in unity. Boundless in strength. India's shield is her people. There's no room for terrorism in this world. We're ONE TEAM! Jai Hind," Tendulkar posted

Consecutive ISRO Mission Failure Raises National Security Concerns

Consecutive ISRO Mission Failure Raises National Security Concerns

Rediff.com19 May 2025

'There's too much coincidence in back-to-back failures of missions critical to national security.'

Why Lalu Prasad Expelled His Elder Son Over FB post

Why Lalu Prasad Expelled His Elder Son Over FB post

Rediff.com28 May 2025

'It was really difficult for Laluji to expel his son from the party and sever family ties with him.'

The Kaifs celebrate '14 years of togetherness'

The Kaifs celebrate '14 years of togetherness'

Rediff.com26 Mar 2025

Kaif marked the event by posting a picture with his wife on his X handle.

Spot fixing? Kishan's bizarre dismissal raises eyebrows

Spot fixing? Kishan's bizarre dismissal raises eyebrows

Rediff.com23 Apr 2025

Kishan's gesture had MI skipper Hardik Pandya -- who had appealed half-heartedly -- pat the left-hander on his helmet and shoulders.

When Modi Made Him Wear Shoes

When Modi Made Him Wear Shoes

Rediff.com15 Apr 2025

'I am humbled by people like Rampal Ji and also accept their affection but I want to request everyone who takes up such vows -- I cherish your love...please focus on something that is linked to social work and nation building!'

'Escalation Was Fastest In Indo-Pak History'

'Escalation Was Fastest In Indo-Pak History'

Rediff.com14 May 2025

'Looking at how quickly the hostilities were escalating, the nuclear threshold did not seem that far.'

First Glimpse Of Terror Planner Rana

First Glimpse Of Terror Planner Rana

Rediff.com11 Apr 2025

Tahawwur Hussain Rana, a prime accused in the 2008 Mumbai terror attacks, was produced in court shortly after his arrival in India.

BCCI Slams 'Baseless' Attack On Rohit

BCCI Slams 'Baseless' Attack On Rohit

Rediff.com3 Mar 2025

'When the team is playing in the Champions Trophy and doing well, this is the time when one needs to support Team India.' 'These comments shouldn't be passed.'

'A night we'll never forget'

'A night we'll never forget'

Rediff.com2 Apr 2025

Yuvraj Singh marked 14 years of India's ODI World Cup win with a collage.

'Give Back Rs 27 Cr': Rishabh Pant Trolled Mercilessly

'Give Back Rs 27 Cr': Rishabh Pant Trolled Mercilessly

Rediff.com23 Apr 2025

Memes, angry tweets, and sarcastic jabs poured in, with some calling him a 'fraud' and others even demanding he return the Rs 27 crore paid by the franchise.

'Bahut, Bahut Mubarak Ho India Ko'

'Bahut, Bahut Mubarak Ho India Ko'

Rediff.com10 Mar 2025

Cricket lovers across the globe flooded social media to celebrate the Indian cricket team and congratulate the Rohit Sharma-led squad on winning the ICC Champions Trophy in Dubai on Sunday, March 9.

Rohit retires from Tests... right decision at right time?

Rohit retires from Tests... right decision at right time?

Rediff.com8 May 2025

Rohit called time on his red-ball career with immediate effect, bringing the curtains to a remarkable journey.

The Kohli Effect: How One Cricketer Redefined Fitness in India

The Kohli Effect: How One Cricketer Redefined Fitness in India

Rediff.com13 May 2025

Virat Kohli may have stepped away from Test cricket, but he leaves behind a faster, leaner, hungrier Indian team.

'Shocks conscience': HC on Ramdev's 'sharbat jihad' remark

'Shocks conscience': HC on Ramdev's 'sharbat jihad' remark

Rediff.com22 Apr 2025

The Delhi High Court expressed shock and termed as "indefensible" Yoga guru Ramdev's purported remark of "sharbat jihad" on Hamdard's Rooh Afza. The court was hearing a plea by Hamdard National Foundation India against Ramdev's Patanjali Foods Ltd. Ramdev's counsel was unavailable, and the court will take up the matter again later.

Modi Connects With Maestro Ilaiyaraaja

Modi Connects With Maestro Ilaiyaraaja

Rediff.com18 Mar 2025

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday, March 18, 2025 took to his X account to share pictures on his meeting with music composer Ilaiyaraaja and praised him for his much-celebrated Symphony performance in London recently.

Recognise This Cricket Legend?

Recognise This Cricket Legend?

Rediff.com15 Mar 2025

'Happy Holi my friends. It is such a fun time to be in India to celebrate a very special day.'

Now, Guess Who's Upset With Kunal Kamra?

Now, Guess Who's Upset With Kunal Kamra?

Rediff.com27 Mar 2025

After his recent stand-up act that caught everyone's attention, Kunal Kamra now faces trouble from a source he probably didn't expect.

Allu Arjun Has A Birthday Present For You!

Allu Arjun Has A Birthday Present For You!

Rediff.com8 Apr 2025

Telugu star Allu Arjun and Tamil director Atlee are all set to collaborate on a film, backed by the production banner Sun Pictures.

Left-Arm, Right-Arm Spin In Same Over!

Left-Arm, Right-Arm Spin In Same Over!

Rediff.com4 Apr 2025

Kamindu Mendis bowled both left-arm spin and right-arm off-spin in the same over, delighting the crowd with his versatility.

Mother, family targeted over Nadeem invite: Neeraj Chopra

Mother, family targeted over Nadeem invite: Neeraj Chopra

Rediff.com25 Apr 2025

Two-time Olympic medallist javelin thrower Neeraj Chopra hit out at those targetting him and his family for inviting Pakistan's javelin thrower Arshad Nadeem for the Neeraj Chopra Classic.

Advaniji Blesses Rekhaji...

Advaniji Blesses Rekhaji...

Rediff.com13 Mar 2025

Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta called on Bharatiya Janata Party veteran Lal Kishenchand Advani at his residence in New Delhi.

'I Prefer Playing Against Human Beings'

'I Prefer Playing Against Human Beings'

Rediff.com11 Apr 2025

World Chess Champion D Gukesh and World Junior Chess Champion Pranav Venkatesh are from the same school and were classmates till Class 10!

'Haryana's pride' Phogat gets Rs 4 cr from state govt

'Haryana's pride' Phogat gets Rs 4 cr from state govt

Rediff.com10 Apr 2025

'It is not about money, it is about respect. Many people from across the state tell me that I must have received the cash award.'

PIX: Dhoni's parents at a stadium for first time!

PIX: Dhoni's parents at a stadium for first time!

Rediff.com5 Apr 2025

This is the first time that Mahendra Singh Dhoni's parents Pan Singh and Devika Devi have attended a match in the stadium to watch him play.

Operation Sindoor: India avenges Pahalgam as missiles hit sites in Pak, Pok

Operation Sindoor: India avenges Pahalgam as missiles hit sites in Pak, Pok

Rediff.com8 May 2025

In a strong retaliation to the Pahalgam massacre, India's armed forces early Wednesday destroyed nine terror sites including that of Jaish-e-Mohammad and Lashkar-e-Taiba in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK) using deep strike missiles in a 25-minute-long 'measured and non-escalatory' mission.

This Punjab king is a class above every Indian wicketkeeper

This Punjab king is a class above every Indian wicketkeeper

Rediff.com5 May 2025

Prabhsimran Singh - Punjab Kings' pint-sized powerhouse whose explosive batting, sharp game sense, and newfound maturity have made him the breakout Indian star of the tournament.

'Yeh Mera Ground Hai'!

'Yeh Mera Ground Hai'!

Rediff.com11 Apr 2025

The reaction probably stemmed out of RCB not signing him at the mega auction despite the batter showing interest in rejoining the franchise.

Opposition beware! Hit-Man Returns!

Opposition beware! Hit-Man Returns!

Rediff.com24 Apr 2025

Rohit came out to open along with Rickelton and he looked in prime touch from the get go and his strike rate of 152 belied his batting approach -- plain effortless, pleasing to the eye.

PIX: Rohit & Co practice under lights

PIX: Rohit & Co practice under lights

Rediff.com1 Mar 2025

While Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli batted. Mohammed Shami looked good as in ran in with steam in the nets.

'Rubio's Call To Munir Was Critical'

'Rubio's Call To Munir Was Critical'

Rediff.com12 May 2025

'Fears in Washington began to intensify when it was realised that subsequent Pakistani and Indian attacks on major military facilities -- which were significant in terms of geographic scope and intensity -- could rapidly take both sides to where neither actually wanted to go.' 'The US objective was to stop the fighting as soon as possible. Everything else was secondary.'

One more chance: Mayawati forgives, reinstates nephew Akash in BSP

One more chance: Mayawati forgives, reinstates nephew Akash in BSP

Rediff.com13 Apr 2025

BSP supremo Mayawati has given her nephew Akash Anand "one more chance" to work for the party, hours after he issued a public apology for his actions. Mayawati said she is healthy and will not announce any successor. Akash's father-in-law, Ashok Siddharth, will not be taken back into the party for his "unforgivable" acts.

Karun, Sudharsan or Shreyas? Who will make the cut for England Tests?

Karun, Sudharsan or Shreyas? Who will make the cut for England Tests?

Rediff.com22 Apr 2025

There are at least six contenders for a couple of reserve middle-order slots for the five-Test series in England, starting in June.

'Dhoni coming at No 9 didn't make sense at all'

'Dhoni coming at No 9 didn't make sense at all'

Rediff.com29 Mar 2025

CSK's surprising decision to send Mahendra Singh Dhoni to bat at No 9 during their run chase against RCB has drawn sharp criticism from former cricketers and fans.

Rahul's Payback: Statement Knock And A Cold Handshake

Rahul's Payback: Statement Knock And A Cold Handshake

Rediff.com23 Apr 2025

Goenka approached Rahul after the match to congratulate, only to receive what looked like a cold, disinterested handshake. No words, no eye contact. Just quiet closure and a telling payback.