Now CPCB report says Sangam water fit for bathing during Kumbh

A new report by the Central Pollution Control Board submitted to the National Green Tribunal has said that as per statistical analysis, the water quality during the recently-concluded Maha Kumbh in......

'Woman with the wild hair': Trump on Sunita Williams

United States President Donald Trump had some words of appreciation for National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA)'s Indian-origin astronaut Sunita Williams' hair as he told a pair of......

'As Tunnels Increase We See More Incidents'

'Balancing tunnel developments with ecological realities is a major challenge and, when overlooked, can contribute to mishaps.' IMAGE: Army Engineer Task Force with medical teams deployed for the......

Bullet train project completes 386 km pier foundation, 272 km viaduct

The ongoing Bullet Train project between Mumbai and Ahmedabad has achieved significant progress with the completion of 386 km of pier foundation and 272 km of viaduct out of total 508 km of length......

Nifty May End In Red For Record 5th Month

The last time this happened was in 1996. Illustration: Uttam Ghosh/Rediff.com Indian equity benchmarks extended their losing streak for the fifth consecutive session on Monday, February 24, 2025,......

New Stocks Sink Below Issue Price

On average, stocks that debuted last year are down 37 per cent from their peak levels. Illustration: Dominic Xavier/Rediff.com   The recent market downturn has spared no one, including newly......

'If Nifty Continues To Decline Below 23,000 Mark...'

'Selling could further intensify and take the index towards 22,800-22,750 in the near-term.' Illustration: Dominic Xavier/Rediff.com   A falling market in the last few weeks has taken 404 of......

'An All-Out Budget For Middle Class'

'There's a misconception that all Rs 1 lakh crore will be spent immediately, leading to higher consumption of FMCG goods, travel, and vehicle purchases.''While some of this money will go toward......

My Favourite Oscar Moment

The balance was so perfect in that moment, the irony so rich.Those who cheered on Elia Kazan were cheering on the one quality that made him such a singular artist: He was his own man and not......

Thandel Review: Patriotic Love Story

Naga Chaitanya and Sai Pallavi's competent performances barely elevate this romantic drama, which prefers patriotic thrills, observes Arjun Menon. Thandel, the latest from commercial genre......

Akshay Kumar Strikes Back With Sky Force

IMAGE: Akshay Kumar and Veer Pahariya in Sky Force. Last year, Akshay Kumar did a few interesting films like Sarfira and Khel Khel Mein which did find appreciation from critics and audiences.......

How A Prof Got A Role In Paatal Lok 2!

Dr Theyie Keditsu, who plays Grace Reddy, was spotted at a restaurant. The next day she was offered Paatal Lok 2. IMAGE: Theyie Keditsu plays the elegant Grace Reddy in Paatal Lok 2. Photographs:......

ISL preview: Hyderabad, Kerala Blasters look end on high

IMAGE: Hyderabad FC will be eager to complete their first-ever league double over Kerala Blasters FC. Photograph: ISL/X Out of the top six race, Hyderabad FC and Kerala Blasters FC will look to......

Sindhu's All England hopes dashed in opening round

IMAGE: This early exit will be a tough pill to swallow for PV Sindhu. Photograph: ANI Star Indian shuttler PV Sindhu suffered an inexplicable meltdown, bowing out of the All England Championships......

It's 'a dream come true' for Varun Chakravarthy

IMAGE: Varun Chakravarthy ended the tournament as the joint second-highest wicket-taker, boasting nine scalps in three matches. Photograph: Satish Kumar/Reuters Mystery spinner Varun......

Unsung Heroes Behind India's CT Final

IMAGE: The unsung heroes driving India's final push. Photograph: BCCI/X   What fuels India's relentless drive? Beyond the on-field brilliance, a dedicated support staff ensures every player......

Swiatek, Rybakina serve up bagels; Tsitsipas impresses

IMAGE: Poland's Iga Swiatek makes a backhand return against Ukraine's Dayana Yastremska in the third round of the BNP Paribas Open at the Indian Well Tennis Garden, CA, USA, on Sunday. Photograph:......