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'Take Back Laadki Bahin Money, Just Stop Mehngai'

'We are happy that the money has come to us immediately after it was announced.''For once, the government did what it promised.' IMAGE: Domestic workers discuss the elections and the Ladki Bahin......

How can you take risk?: SC raps Delhi govt over air pollution

The Supreme Court on Monday questioned the Delhi government over delay in implementation of stricter anti-pollution measures under GRAP-4, and said it will not allow scaling down of the preventive......

Delhi's Pollution Nightmare!

Clean air needs action all year round; and that it will work only if we act jointly and at scale, asserts Sunita Narain. IMAGE: A metro train passes amid the thick layers of smog as the Air......

The Woman Who Lost Everything

When the landslide hit, Sruthi's house was washed away, along with its inhabitants.She lost her entire family and some relatives. All she had left for a close confidante was her fiance Jenson.Days......

Rediff's Wave Rider Retires!

After steering the Rediff mothership for close to 29 years, Ajit Balakrishnan, founder, chairman and CEO, did what few businessmen in this country do -- R-E-T-I-R-E. On August 2, 2024, we were......

Govt to set up private textile parks to curb China imports

To curb raw material imports from China and promote textiles, the Uttar Pradesh government is looking to set up nearly a dozen private textile parks in the state. Garment workers cut fabric to......

Sunset for once-storied Jet Airways as turbulent insolvency flight ends

More than five years ago on an April evening, cash-starved Jet Airways announced temporary grounding of operations after flying as a full service airline for 25 years. Photograph: Francis......

Rs 11K crore IPO in sight, Swiggy projects quick commerce as the future

On the cusp of launching its Rs 11,327 crore initial public offering (IPO) next week, food and grocery delivery major Swiggy believes quick commerce to be its future growth engine and anticipates......

Canada FDI has more than doubled since pandemic

Canada’s foreign direct investment (FDI) into India doubled after the pandemic years even as India’s own investments into Canada show signs of slackening in recent years. Photograph:......

Brics likely to focus on closer energy partnerships among members

The 16th Brics Summit beginning Tuesday in Kazan, Russia, is expected to see more focus on creating a sharper energy policy for Brics that ensures closer partnership among members in both energy......

Shoojit Sircar's Best Films, Ranked

There's a contemplative air about Shoojit Sircar's cinema. His storytelling isn't in a rush to get somewhere and enjoys the process of seeing his characters beyond the obvious whilst offering a......

The Sabarmati Report: 'This Is Our 9/11'

'There are films, documentaries and reportage on the Internet about the Godhra riots. But whether the Sabarmati Express burned in an accident or a planned attack, what was the truth?' IMAGE:......

'Kareena Is Epitome Of Effortlessness'

'Her love for the story -- be it understanding the story quickly or reading the script, then composing yourself in almost no time for the shot.''All of it is just so natural to her.' In the......

Your November OTT Watchlist, Right Here

So much to watch on OTT this November! Joginder Tuteja lists them so that you don't miss out! Despicable Me 4Where to Watch? Amazon Prime VideoRelease date: November 5 The Despicable Me......

'I'm Being Used As A Potato For 25 Years'

'...be it a comedy, thriller or a love story.''The bhindi costs Rs 30 per kilo, but the price of potato remains unchanged.' IMAGE: Om Puri in Ardh Satya. In the final phase of his life, Om Puri......

Kabhi Jeet, Mostly Haar

Norma Astrid Godinho/Rediff.com takes a walk down memory lane, recounting India's sojourns Down Under from 1947 to 2021, in a special 4-part series. Part 1: When It Was Bradman Versus India Part......

Australia stuck on a tightrope to World Cup

IMAGE: Australia's Kusini Yengi scores their second goal against Bahrain during their World Cup qualifiers at Bahrain National Stadium, Riffa, Bahrain, on Tuesday. Photograph: Hamad I......

PIX: France held goalless by Israel; England cruise

Images from the Nations League matches played on Thursday. France into Nations League last eight with Israel draw IMAGE: France's Michael Olise, left, is tackled by Oscar Gloukh of Israel during......

PCB seeks clarity from ICC over India's CT participation

IMAGE: India and Pakistan are in same group and could potentially play a second time in the tournament's super four stage. Photograph: ICC/X The Pakistan Cricket Board will seek clarity from the......

EPL PIX: Brighton stun Spurs; Chelsea, United held

IMAGES from the Premier League matches played across England, on Saturday. Welbeck completes Brighton comeback win over Tottenham IMAGE: Tottenham Hotspur's Brennan Johnson shoots at......

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