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Iranians Rally Behind New Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei

Iranians Rally Behind New Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei

Rediff.com10 Mar 2026

On Monday, March 9, Mojtaba Khamenei was appointed Iran's new supreme leader, succeeding his father Ayatollah Ali Khamenei.

How Much Did Dhurandhar Movies Cost?

How Much Did Dhurandhar Movies Cost?

Rediff.com18 minutes ago

Despite improvisations, the final film remains about 95 to 96 percent faithful to Aditya Dhar's original script.

Maharashtra CM Outlines Measures to Combat Investment Scam Cybercrimes

Maharashtra CM Outlines Measures to Combat Investment Scam Cybercrimes

Rediff.com3 days ago

The Maharashtra government has taken steps to combat the rise in investment-related cybercrimes, including arrests, enhanced cybersecurity measures, and public awareness campaigns.

Eid Recipe: Reshma's Quick And Easy Mutton Biryani

Eid Recipe: Reshma's Quick And Easy Mutton Biryani

Rediff.com2 hours ago

A celebration of Eid isn't over till the last morsel of that special, home-cooked Mutton Biryani has been had.

AI Misuse Fuels India's Growing Fake News Crisis

AI Misuse Fuels India's Growing Fake News Crisis

Rediff.com6 days ago

From 2022 to 2024, X, Facebook, and WhatsApp emerged as the primary platforms associated with the spread of fake news in India.

Railways Defeat Maharashtra to Win Kabaddi Title

Railways Defeat Maharashtra to Win Kabaddi Title

Rediff.com27 Feb 2026

Indian Railways emerged victorious in the 72nd Senior Men's National Kabaddi Championship, defeating Maharashtra in the final match.

Iran Missiles Hit Israel

Iran Missiles Hit Israel

Rediff.com10 Mar 2026

On Monday, March 9, Iran fired barrage of missiles in Central Israel including Yehud and Holon leaving one dead and several injured.

Ranveer Singh Reacts To Dhurandhar: The Revenge Buzz

Ranveer Singh Reacts To Dhurandhar: The Revenge Buzz

Rediff.com2 days ago

Ranveer Singh electrified fans at the Dhurandhar: The Revenge music launch in Mumbai, building anticipation for the action film.

Nitish's Son To Plunge Into Politics

Nitish's Son To Plunge Into Politics

Rediff.com7 Mar 2026

Nishant, a non-controversial figure, is like his father, an engineer.

Congress Calls for Accountability After Attack on Farooq Abdullah

Congress Calls for Accountability After Attack on Farooq Abdullah

Rediff.com12 Mar 2026

The Jammu and Kashmir Pradesh Congress Committee has strongly condemned the attack on former Chief Minister Farooq Abdullah and called for accountability from those responsible for maintaining law and order.

Cops probe background of man who attacked Farooq Abdullah

Cops probe background of man who attacked Farooq Abdullah

Rediff.com12 Mar 2026

Police in Jammu have launched a detailed investigation into the background and motives of Kamal Singh Jamwal, who allegedly attempted to assassinate former Jammu and Kashmir chief minister Farooq Abdullah at a wedding function.

Five Arrested in Mumbai After Anti-Hawker Drive Turns Violent

Five Arrested in Mumbai After Anti-Hawker Drive Turns Violent

Rediff.com7 Mar 2026

Five individuals have been arrested in Mumbai for allegedly assaulting Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) officials during an anti-hawker drive in the Kandivli area. The incident occurred on Friday night when a BMC team was evicting illegal street vendors.

Toxic Foam Engulfs Yamuna Again!

Toxic Foam Engulfs Yamuna Again!

Rediff.com27 Feb 2026

Thick toxic foam blanketed stretches of the Yamuna, once again highlighting the alarming levels of pollution in the river.

War Reveals Brutal Math Of Cheap Drones Vs Missiles

War Reveals Brutal Math Of Cheap Drones Vs Missiles

Rediff.com2 days ago

The modern war is about quality over quantity, points out Mihir S Sharma.

'For 2 Years Facing Humiliation, Feeling Isolated Within Congress'

'For 2 Years Facing Humiliation, Feeling Isolated Within Congress'

Rediff.com2 days ago

'I could have accepted the humiliation if I wanted to remain as an MP. But I decided to leave.'

President Murmu Takes Sortie In Prachand

President Murmu Takes Sortie In Prachand

Rediff.com27 Feb 2026

On February 27, President Droupadi Murmu undertook a sortie in the indigenous Light Combat Helicopter PRACHAND at Air Force Station Jaisalmer, Rajasthan.

I-T Department Asks Brokers To Remit Excess STT

I-T Department Asks Brokers To Remit Excess STT

Rediff.com11 Mar 2026

The tax is collected by brokers on behalf of the government and forms a key component of the Centre's tax revenues.

India Is In The Doghouse At The Moment

India Is In The Doghouse At The Moment

Rediff.com23 hours ago

There is record underperformance and under-ownership. Some of this is cyclical and will turn on its own. However, we also need to regain our growth credentials. For this, both the government and companies have a role to play, as do investors, points out Akash Prakash.

Assassination bid on Farooq Abdullah at wedding; gunman held

Assassination bid on Farooq Abdullah at wedding; gunman held

Rediff.com12 Mar 2026

The incident took place in the posh Greater Kailash locality when Abdullah and Deputy Chief Minister Surinder Choudhary were coming out after attending the marriage function.

Gulf Conflict: 300,000 Jobs At Risk

Gulf Conflict: 300,000 Jobs At Risk

Rediff.com4 days ago

'If movement remains stalled for three to four months, more than 300,000 recruitments from India could be affected.'

Strict Rules On Cards For Foreign Airlines

Strict Rules On Cards For Foreign Airlines

Rediff.com12 Mar 2026

Under the proposal, if a foreign carrier does not operate flights to a particular Indian airport for 'four consecutive IATA seasons', the regulator may suspend that airport authorisation.

If Iran, Why Not Pakistan, Mr Trump?

If Iran, Why Not Pakistan, Mr Trump?

Rediff.com3 days ago

If the Iranian regime needs to be punished for promoting quasi-terrorist outfits like Hezbollah and Hamas, then what about Pakistan which has spent decades exporting terror around the world, killing thousands, particularly in Afghanistan and India? asks M R Narayan Swamy.

Gulf War: How To Manage Investments, Household Budget

Gulf War: How To Manage Investments, Household Budget

Rediff.com4 days ago

Households should moderate large discretionary expenses for the time being.
'They should prioritise essential spending. They should maintain an emergency fund covering 6 to 12 months of expenses.'

Maha assembly passes anti-conversion Bill; CM says not against any religion

Maha assembly passes anti-conversion Bill; CM says not against any religion

Rediff.com4 days ago

The Maharashtra assembly has passed the Freedom of Religion Bill 2026, introducing strict measures to prevent religious conversions through coercion, fraud, or marriage, sparking debate over constitutional rights and religious freedom.

India Should Have Been Better Prepared For Gulf War

India Should Have Been Better Prepared For Gulf War

Rediff.com3 days ago

'Our diplomacy should have been focused on preventing war and avoiding the inevitable disruptions it would cause, posing a real risk to India's growth story,' asserts former foreign secretary Shyam Saran.

Orissa High Court: Indiscriminate Bank Account Freezes Hurt Businesses

Orissa High Court: Indiscriminate Bank Account Freezes Hurt Businesses

Rediff.com12 Mar 2026

'Statutory power must be exercised in a manner that is fair, proportionate, and not excessive.' 'The authority must demonstrate a rational nexus between the property frozen and the alleged offence.'

Devotees Flock To Babulnath Temple In Mumbai For Mahashivratri

Devotees Flock To Babulnath Temple In Mumbai For Mahashivratri

Rediff.com15 Feb 2026

On the occasion of Mahashivratri on Sunday, February 15, 2026, devotees gathered in large numbers to worship Lord Shiva at the Babulnath Temple in south Mumbai.

Kashmiri Pandits Celebrate Mahashivratri

Kashmiri Pandits Celebrate Mahashivratri

Rediff.com15 Feb 2026

On Sunday, February 15, 2026, Kashmiri Pandits offered special prayers at the Shankaracharya temple during Mahashivratri celebrations also locally known as Herath at the Shankaracharya mountain overlooking the Dal lake in Srinagar.

When US, Israel Attacked Iran

When US, Israel Attacked Iran

Rediff.com28 Feb 2026

On Saturday, February 28, the United States and Israel launched coordinated military strikes on Iran marking a significant escalation in Middle East tensions.

Is US-Israel-Iran War Entering Endgame?

Is US-Israel-Iran War Entering Endgame?

Rediff.com3 days ago

To be sure, Trump is furious, as the trajectory of the war is in a state of Zugzwang, as chess players call it. Trump and Netanyahu stare at two choices -- retreat in humiliation and concede Tehran's demands -- recognition of its rights, reparations, and binding security guarantees -- or perish in a quagmire, points out Ambassador M K Bhadrakumar.

'Nitish May Have Been Moved Aside, But Nitishism Is Not Over'

'Nitish May Have Been Moved Aside, But Nitishism Is Not Over'

Rediff.com4 days ago

'Nitish Kumar may be marginalised as an office-holder, but that is not the same thing as the disappearance of Nitish Kumar's politics.'

OTP Scams Top Cyber Fraud List

OTP Scams Top Cyber Fraud List

Rediff.com27 Feb 2026

OTP scams accounted for over one-fourth of all cyber frauds.

Dhurandhar: The Revenge Trailer: Ranveer Singh Brings Sound And Fury

Dhurandhar: The Revenge Trailer: Ranveer Singh Brings Sound And Fury

Rediff.com7 Mar 2026

The Dhurandhar: The Revenge trailer teases high stakes and major thrills, observes Mayur Sanap.

US-Iran Conflict Wipes Out Rs 70,000 Cr From LIC Portfolio

US-Iran Conflict Wipes Out Rs 70,000 Cr From LIC Portfolio

Rediff.com11 Mar 2026

The BSE Sensex and the Nifty 50 declined around 4.5 per cent each since the start of the West Asia conflict.

'US Won't Repeat China Trade Mistake With India'

'US Won't Repeat China Trade Mistake With India'

Rediff.com6 Mar 2026

'India should understand that we are not going to make the same mistakes with India that we made with China 20 years ago.'

Ghatak Combat Drone Gets A Boost

Ghatak Combat Drone Gets A Boost

Rediff.com6 Mar 2026

Once operational, Ghatak could undertake deep-strike missions, penetrating heavily defended airspace to hit high-value targets without placing pilots at risk.

Spirit Of Giving: Households Earning Rs 5,000 A Month Give To Charity

Spirit Of Giving: Households Earning Rs 5,000 A Month Give To Charity

Rediff.com11 Mar 2026

Of the donations, 48% is in kind -- such as food, clothing, or other household goods -- followed by cash (44%) and volunteering (30%) with non-profits, religious institutions, or community groups.

'Vijay Is Not Accessible Even To His Parents'

'Vijay Is Not Accessible Even To His Parents'

Rediff.com13 Mar 2026

'He is not accessible even to his family, his wife or his mother or his father. No one.' 'He has created a barrier so that nobody can go and talk to him.' 'This kind of a mentality is a big question mark in politics.'

Infiltration Surges Along India-Myanmar Border

Infiltration Surges Along India-Myanmar Border

Rediff.com27 Feb 2026

23,926 infiltrators were arrested across various border regions between 2014 and 2025.

On The Vande Bharat After The World Cup Win

On The Vande Bharat After The World Cup Win

Rediff.com10 Mar 2026

Many fans hadn't even bothered to change their Team India jerseys with which they watched the match. A few wanted to carry on the stadium atmosphere into the train singing songs like Chak De India and Vande Mataram. They played them so loudly and ensured no one got a wink of sleep. Of course, the main topic of discussion was Sanju Samson.