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SEE: Gukesh returns to grand welcome in Chennai

SEE: Gukesh returns to grand welcome in Chennai

Rediff.com16 Dec 2024

Newly-crowned World chess champion D Gukesh returned to Chennai on Monday to an enthusiastic reception his fans.

Tsunami Survivors Celebrate 20th Birthday

Tsunami Survivors Celebrate 20th Birthday

Rediff.com18 Dec 2024

'December 26, 2004 was the day when we were all reborn'

CM Stalin lauds Gukesh, announces major chess initiative

CM Stalin lauds Gukesh, announces major chess initiative

Rediff.com17 Dec 2024

World's youngest chess champion D Gukesh was felicitated by Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M K Stalin and others at a function organised by the state government in Chennai on Tuesday.

'A cricketer retires when he feels he's had enough'

'A cricketer retires when he feels he's had enough'

Rediff.com18 Dec 2024

A cricketer only calls time when he knows that he has had "enough" and something must have snapped within Ravichandran Ashwin when he decided to announce his retirement , former India opener WV Raman

PKL: Raiders Devank, Ayan star in Patna Pirates's win

PKL: Raiders Devank, Ayan star in Patna Pirates's win

Rediff.com13 Dec 2024

Devank secured 12 points and Ayan got 13 to help Patna Pirates win the match. Shubham Shinde also registered a High 5.

TN showers Gukesh with Rs 5 crore for historic win

TN showers Gukesh with Rs 5 crore for historic win

Rediff.com13 Dec 2024

Chennai-based Grandmaster Gukesh on Thursday became the youngest world chess champion at 18 years after beating title-holder Ding Liren of China

Why Gadkari 'tries to hide his face in meetings abroad'

Why Gadkari 'tries to hide his face in meetings abroad'

Rediff.com12 Dec 2024

"When I go to attend international conferences where there is a discussion on road accidents, I try to hide my face," Nitin Gadkari said on Thursday, underlining he had set a target to reduce accidents by 50 per cent when he first took charge as the Road Transport and Highways Minister.

2024's Must Watch Indian Films

2024's Must Watch Indian Films

Rediff.com26 Dec 2024

Aseem Chhabra picks his top 10 Indian films of 2024, which includes films that have had theatrical releases or are streaming on OTT.

Upton's mental masterclass: The secret behind Gukesh's triumph

Upton's mental masterclass: The secret behind Gukesh's triumph

Rediff.com16 Dec 2024

D Gukesh credited mental conditioning coach Paddy Upton for helping him tame the 'emotional pressure' of competing at the World Chess Championship.

Ire, not flower: Canteen owner bites ear of Pushpa 2 viewer

Ire, not flower: Canteen owner bites ear of Pushpa 2 viewer

Rediff.com12 Dec 2024

A canteen owner at a theatre screening the movie Pushpa 2: The Rule in Madhya Pradesh's Gwalior allegedly bit the ear of a man over a dispute on settling the snacks bill, the police said.

WPL auction: Simran Shaikh costliest player; Sneh Rana unsold

WPL auction: Simran Shaikh costliest player; Sneh Rana unsold

Rediff.com15 Dec 2024

All-rounder Dottin, who is currently in India with the West Indies team for the white-ball series, was the costliest among overseas players and was bought by the Giants for the second time in the auction.

This Scholarship Reimburses Tuition Fees

This Scholarship Reimburses Tuition Fees

Rediff.com11 Dec 2024

Students who are selected for Federal Bank Hormis Memorial Foundation Scholarship 2024-25 will receive 100 per cent reimbursement of tuition fees and certain other educational expenses.

Baby John Trailer: Salman Steals Varun's Thunder

Baby John Trailer: Salman Steals Varun's Thunder

Rediff.com10 Dec 2024

Varun flying around in over-the-top stunts, showing off his dance moves, taking his shirt off and throwing dialogues in masala hero style. A padded-up star vehicle churned out for the nth time, sighs Mayur Sanap.

BJP ridiculing Savarkar when...: Rahul in Lok Sabha

BJP ridiculing Savarkar when...: Rahul in Lok Sabha

Rediff.com14 Dec 2024

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi criticized the BJP for claiming to protect the Constitution while citing V D Savarkar's remarks that there was nothing Indian about it. He also drew parallels to the story of 'Eklavya' to illustrate the BJP's alleged economic policies hurting small businesses and farmers. He further supported the removal of the 50 percent cap on reservations and advocated for a caste census.

Fiscal-monetary coordination at its best in last six years: RBI Governor Shaktikanta Das

Fiscal-monetary coordination at its best in last six years: RBI Governor Shaktikanta Das

Rediff.com10 Dec 2024

Reserve Bank Governor Shaktikanta Das on Tuesday said the fiscal-monetary coordination was at its best during the last six years even as he thanked Prime Minister Narendra Modi for giving the opportunity to head the monetary authority of the country. Das, in a series of posts on X, on his last day of his six-year term as RBI Governor, also thanked the Finance Minister, various stakeholders and his colleagues at the central bank.

Won't allow Lankan soil to be used against India: Prez Disanayaka

Won't allow Lankan soil to be used against India: Prez Disanayaka

Rediff.com17 Dec 2024

Sri Lankan President Anura Kumara Disanayaka assured Prime Minister Narendra Modi that his country's soil will not be used against India's interests, addressing concerns over China's growing influence in Colombo. The two leaders discussed a range of issues, including a defense cooperation agreement, energy ties, and debt restructuring. They also agreed to initiate a ferry service between Rameshwaram and Talaimannar, and to adopt a "humanitarian approach" to the fishermen issue.

5 Budget-Friendly Honeymoon Destinations

5 Budget-Friendly Honeymoon Destinations

Rediff.com13 Dec 2024

Embark on a romantic escapade without worrying about the budget!

Lots Of OTT Goodies To Watch, Guys!

Lots Of OTT Goodies To Watch, Guys!

Rediff.com13 Dec 2024

Literary adaptations, whistleblower pursuits, kidnapped Santas and South India's biggest stars, Sukanya Verma lists them all on OTT this week.

Has Fatherhood Changed Varun?

Has Fatherhood Changed Varun?

Rediff.com19 Dec 2024

'Since childhood, I have enjoyed playing with children. Even when I did films early in my career, I would make sure that whatever content I am putting out, kids should be able to watch these films.'

E2W firms get serious about customer care support

E2W firms get serious about customer care support

Rediff.com10 Dec 2024

Players like Ola Electric, Ather Energy, Kinetic Green and BGauss are introducing premium services and infrastructure enhancements.

A Tamil Nadu Village Prays For Kamala

A Tamil Nadu Village Prays For Kamala

Rediff.com5 Nov 2024

Hours before the US presidential elections, special prayers were held for Democrat candidate Kamala Harris's victory at her ancestral village in Tamil Nadu.

A Pat For Fadnavis From Modi

A Pat For Fadnavis From Modi

Rediff.com5 Dec 2024

Devendra Fadnavis, thrice Maharashtra chief minister, approaches Vasantdada Patil and Sharad Pawar's records.

Why These Kids Can't Get School Admission

Why These Kids Can't Get School Admission

Rediff.com11 Dec 2024

'Our Constitution as well as the Right to Education Act do not make any distinction between Indian or foreigner; it only talks about 'child'.' 'It says that every child has the right to get education.'

Ashwin: Evolutionary, cerebral and never a one-trick pony

Ashwin: Evolutionary, cerebral and never a one-trick pony

Rediff.com18 Dec 2024

If one has to analyse Ashwin the cricketer, it is very difficult to ignore Ashwin, the person, who had a very independent mind and a brain that probably ticked 24x7. He believed in de-construction of his art and became craftier one ball at a time.

8 Hottest Places in India To Visit This Winter

8 Hottest Places in India To Visit This Winter

Rediff.com26 Nov 2024

If you're looking to escape the cold and enjoy some warmth this winter, here are eight of the hottest places in India to consider.

Former Karnataka CM S M Krishna passes away

Former Karnataka CM S M Krishna passes away

Rediff.com10 Dec 2024

Former Karnataka Chief Minister S M Krishna passed away at his residence in Bengaluru early Tuesday morning, his family said.

Now, Watch Jigra At Home

Now, Watch Jigra At Home

Rediff.com6 Dec 2024

From Star Wars to Santa to Alia Bhatt, OTT has a variety of entertainment to offer for all ages this week. Sukanya Verma lists her recommendations.

Was mocked on streets for learning Hindi: Sitharaman

Was mocked on streets for learning Hindi: Sitharaman

Rediff.com3 Dec 2024

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Tuesday expressed anguish over not being allowed to learn Hindi in Tamil Nadu as a student and was even mocked on the streets for attempting to learn the language.

December Movies, COMING UP In Theatres

December Movies, COMING UP In Theatres

Rediff.com2 Dec 2024

December looks big and bright, and Joginder Tuteja lists just which movies will release in a theatre near you.

Dabang Delhi unstoppable: Naveen shines in win

Dabang Delhi unstoppable: Naveen shines in win

Rediff.com1 Dec 2024

Naveen's 11 raid points -- his second Super 10 of the season -- took the team to third on the points table heading to Pune.

Chennai airport resumes ops after Fengal crosses TN, Puducherry coasts

Chennai airport resumes ops after Fengal crosses TN, Puducherry coasts

Rediff.com1 Dec 2024

The airport had temporarily suspended operations on Saturday due to strong winds and heavy rainfall caused by cyclones.

Dhoni Beats Bachchan, SRK!

Dhoni Beats Bachchan, SRK!

Rediff.com5 Dec 2024

Dhoni endorses 42 brands to Bachchan's 41 and SRK's 34.

Cyclone Fengal: IMD issues red alert for northern Kerala

Cyclone Fengal: IMD issues red alert for northern Kerala

Rediff.com2 Dec 2024

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) on Monday issued a warning of significant rainfall in Kerala due to cyclone Fengal, currently positioned as a strong low-pressure area over northern Tamil Nadu.

'We grant bail, you become minister next day': SC to Senthil Balaji

'We grant bail, you become minister next day': SC to Senthil Balaji

Rediff.com2 Dec 2024

A bench of Justices Abhay S Oka and Augustine George Masih, however, refused to interfere with the September 26 order of the apex court granting bail to Balaji on a plea filed by one of the complainants seeking its cancellation.

PKL: Shivam, Vinay shine as Steelers crush Thalaivas

PKL: Shivam, Vinay shine as Steelers crush Thalaivas

Rediff.com29 Nov 2024

Haryana Steelers register 42-30 win over Tamil Thalaivas in PKL

Won't allow tungsten mining in Madurai, Stalin writes to Modi

Won't allow tungsten mining in Madurai, Stalin writes to Modi

Rediff.com29 Nov 2024

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M K Stalin has strongly opposed the central government's award of tungsten mining rights in Madurai district, urging Prime Minister Narendra Modi to cancel the decision. Citing concerns about a biodiversity heritage site and potential impacts on local communities, Stalin asserted that the state government will not permit mining in the area.

'Bumrah commands respect in dressing room'

'Bumrah commands respect in dressing room'

Rediff.com30 Nov 2024

Ashwin's age is certainly a factor that is being kept in consideration.

Heavy rains lash TN as cyclone 'Fengal' nears; train, flight ops hit

Heavy rains lash TN as cyclone 'Fengal' nears; train, flight ops hit

Rediff.com30 Nov 2024

Cyclone Fengal expected to make landfall near Puducherry.

Jharkhand man strangles live-in partner, chops body into 40 pieces

Jharkhand man strangles live-in partner, chops body into 40 pieces

Rediff.com28 Nov 2024

A 25-year-old man in Jharkhand's Khunti district allegedly strangled his live-in partner to death and chopped her body into 40 to 50 pieces in a forested area. The accused, Naresh Bhengra, was arrested after stray dog was found with human body parts near Jordag village. Bhengra had married another woman without informing his partner and took her to the forest to kill her after she pressured him to return to Khunti. The incident has sent shockwaves in the region, recalling the Shraddha Walker murder case of 2022.

Major ruckus in Parliament over 'Cong-Soros' link

Major ruckus in Parliament over 'Cong-Soros' link

Rediff.com9 Dec 2024

Proceedings of both Houses of Parliament were disrupted on Monday as the treasury benches accused top Congress leaders of colluding with billionaire investor George Soros to destabilise the country, triggering protests from opposition members.