Trump picks anti-vaccine activist as health secretary

United States President-elect Donald Trump announced his decision to nominate former Democratic presidential candidate Robert F Kennedy Jr. as his Secretary of Health and Human Services. The......

'Ratan Tata Always Displayed His Kindness'

'When the bombing happened in the Taj Mahal hotel in 2008, that was a very sad moment, but he really took care of the people, took care of everybody and that was when you saw some of his best......

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......

The World's First Suicide Bomber

On the night of July 5, the Tigers launched their first kamikaze operation.Miller took the wheels of the explosive-packed truck, smiled at everyone as he turned the ignition key and drove it slowly......

Wholesale price inflation rises to 4-month high on food price spike

Wholesale price inflation rose to a 4-month high of 2.36 per cent in October as prices of food items, especially vegetables, and manufactured goods turned dearer, as per the government data......

High inflation, FII exodus drag markets down

Benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty tumbled more than 1 per cent on Wednesday amid retail inflation soaring to a 14-month high of 6.21 per cent in October and unabated foreign fund outflows.......

FSSAI sets expiry timelines for food items sold on ecom, qcom

The Food Safety & Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) on Tuesday asked e-commerce and quick-commerce food operators to ensure a minimum shelf life of 30 per cent or at least 45 days before......

Dabur stock fall may provide entry to long-term investors

Dabur’s performance in the July-September quarter of the current financial year (Q2FY25) was weak but in line with consensus. Consolidated revenue declined 5 per cent year-on-year (Y-o-Y)......

'The Titan Flies Away Into The Ages'

'Some icons are living textbooks, teaching us about leadership, success, and legacy. Extraordinary yet human and approachable, they inspire and guide us.''India has lost a true son and champion.'......

Sharvari Looks Fit And Fab

Rashmika's food update... Malavika's challenging stunt... Kajol's thought for the day... Photograph: Kind courtesy Sharvari/Instagram Sharvari shows off her athletic body: 'In my Fit Pookie era.'......

IC 814: The Kandahar Hijack Review: Gripping!!

IC 814: The Kandahar Hijack begins by asking why the hijack lasted seven days and ends in wondering if the good guys fought the bad ones hard enough, observes Sukanya Verma. On a late afternoon of......

'We Love Our Country And Want To Save It'

'I have been through a lot of auditions and the first thing we are told is that there will be intimate scenes and we have to be okay with it.''Luckily, there is no bold content in Commander Karan......

All about BCCI's new National Cricket Academy

IMAGE: The BCCI's Centre of Excellence features a total of three grounds and 86 pitches, including both indoor and outdoor areas. Photograph: ANI/X The Board of Control for Cricket in India on......

How SKY got back in shape for T20 World Cup!

'If you look at him, he is looking much leaner and stronger and little muscular.' IMAGE: Suryakumar Yadav shed nearly 15kg after he underwent surgery for sports hernia to get in shape for the T20......

Saina hits out at Congress leader for sexist remark

IMAGE: Saina Nehwal and veteran Congress leader Shamanur Shivashankarappa. Photograph: Saina Nehwal/Instagram and ANI. Star shuttler Saina Nehwal on Saturday lashed out at Shamanur......

Saina hit out at Congress leader for sexist remark

IMAGE: Saina Nehwal and veteran Congress leader Shamanur Shivashankarappa. Photograph: Saina Nehwal/Instagram and ANI. Star shuttler Saina Nehwal on Saturday lashed out at Shamanur......