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Not justiciable: SC refuses to entertain PIL related to collegium

Not justiciable: SC refuses to entertain PIL related to collegium

Rediff.com6 Feb 2026

It was hearing the plea which alleged that the collegium recommendation of the high court was void as one of the senior judges, Justice Nisha Banu, was not part of the deliberations.

Sarvam Maya Review: Middling Entertainer

Sarvam Maya Review: Middling Entertainer

Rediff.com2 Feb 2026

Sarvam Maya banks on its leading man, Nivin Pauly, who grasps at straws and makes the improbable scenes work with his charm, notes Arjun Menon.

Vaa Vaathiyaar Review: Karthi's Swashbuckling Entertainer

Vaa Vaathiyaar Review: Karthi's Swashbuckling Entertainer

Rediff.com16 Jan 2026

Vaa Vaathiyar ends up being a bland yet fascinating iteration of a masala film funnelled through the prism of a quirky humorist, notes Arjun Menon.

The Night Manager 2 Review: Wildly Entertaining

The Night Manager 2 Review: Wildly Entertaining

Rediff.com13 Jan 2026

The Night Manager Season 2 is a comfortably paced, tension holding series, with a couple of solid twists, observes Deepa Gahlot.

SC asks political leaders to foster fraternity, refuses PIL on political speeches

SC asks political leaders to foster fraternity, refuses PIL on political speeches

Rediff.com23 hours ago

The Supreme Court has urged political leaders to promote fraternity while declining to entertain a PIL seeking guidelines on political speeches, emphasizing the need for objectivity and even-handedness in addressing concerns about hate speech and constitutional values.

SC rejects plea against Assam CM Sarma over 'shooting' video

SC rejects plea against Assam CM Sarma over 'shooting' video

Rediff.com1 days ago

The Supreme Court has declined to entertain petitions seeking action against Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma regarding a viral video, advising petitioners to approach the Gauhati High Court instead.

5 Nearby Warm International Destinations

5 Nearby Warm International Destinations

Rediff.com10 Feb 2026

While it's still winter temperatures in many parts of the world, these destinations quietly enjoy 10 to 12 hours of sunshine a day, warm temperatures and an inviting holiday pace.

Ranveer Singh Vs Farhan Akhtar: The Don 3 War

Ranveer Singh Vs Farhan Akhtar: The Don 3 War

Rediff.com5 days ago

Ranveer Singh opts out of Farhan Akhtar's Don 3. Syed Firdaus Ashraf tries to piece together the puzzle.

Fans Turn Up Heat Ahead of India-Pakistan Clash in Colombo

Fans Turn Up Heat Ahead of India-Pakistan Clash in Colombo

Rediff.com3 days ago

Fans gather in huge numbers at Colombo's R Premadasa Stadium ahead of the India-Pakistan T20 World Cup 2026 clash, with confidence and emotions running high on both sides.

2025's A to Z OF ENTERTAINMENT

2025's A to Z OF ENTERTAINMENT

Rediff.com26 Dec 2025

As the year draws to a close, Rediff's Senior Contributor Roshmila Bhattacharya takes a look at the hits and misses, the highs and lows, the newsmakers and the dealbreakers in alphabetical order.

Wuthering Heights Review: Doesn't Do Justice To The Book

Wuthering Heights Review: Doesn't Do Justice To The Book

Rediff.com4 days ago

Marketed as a Valentine's Day treat, audiences can expect to be mildly entertained by the surface-level intimate scenes in Wuthering Heights that only leave you thirsty for the real, raw passion, notes Divya Nair.

Hema Malini At Anand Sagar's Prayer Meet

Hema Malini At Anand Sagar's Prayer Meet

Rediff.com1 days ago

Film folk pay their last respects to Anand Sagar, who passed away on February 13.

Sidharth Malhotra Mourns The Loss Of His Father

Sidharth Malhotra Mourns The Loss Of His Father

Rediff.com2 hours ago

'Papa, your integrity is my inheritance.'

Saif Ali Khan-Shah Rukh Khan Reunite After 23 Years

Saif Ali Khan-Shah Rukh Khan Reunite After 23 Years

Rediff.com6 Feb 2026

'Kartavya is a story of a cop in a situation where both the outside world and the inside world are collapsing.'

Citizenship complaint politically motivated: Sonia Gandhi's counsel

Citizenship complaint politically motivated: Sonia Gandhi's counsel

Rediff.com7 Feb 2026

Sonia Gandhi's counsel argued in a Delhi court that a complaint alleging she was included in the electoral roll before acquiring Indian citizenship was politically motivated.

Rajkummar Rao's Weight Journey From Nikam To Sourav Ganguly

Rajkummar Rao's Weight Journey From Nikam To Sourav Ganguly

Rediff.com2 days ago

'For Nikam I had to gain around 9-10 kgs and I was eating 2 pizzas and lot of sweets and my fav Aloo Parathas, Biryani...'

T20 World Cup: Sahibzada Farhan fires Pakistan to victory against USA

T20 World Cup: Sahibzada Farhan fires Pakistan to victory against USA

Rediff.com7 days ago

Sahibzada Farhan's explosive half-century and a clinical showing by the spinners lifted Pakistan to a convincing 32-run win over the United States of America.

Step Inside Keerthy Suresh's Beautiful Home

Step Inside Keerthy Suresh's Beautiful Home

Rediff.com6 days ago

Keerthy Suresh and Anthony Thattil share a lovely home in beautiful Kochi.

T20 World Cup: Nissanka's Chase Masterclass: A Century To Remember!

T20 World Cup: Nissanka's Chase Masterclass: A Century To Remember!

Rediff.com1 days ago

Pathum Nissanka's 52-ball hundred was the first century of this year's T20 World Cup and it could not have come at a better time for Sri Lanka.

Ba***ds of Bollywood: Sameer Wankhede allowed to sue makers in Mumbai

Ba***ds of Bollywood: Sameer Wankhede allowed to sue makers in Mumbai

Rediff.com3 Feb 2026

The Delhi High Court has permitted IRS officer Sameer Wankhede to move a court in Mumbai with his defamation lawsuit against Shah Rukh Khan's Red Chillies Entertainment over the web series "The Ba***ds of Bollywood."

Bhajji, Mongia Warn India Ahead of Pakistan T20 WC Clash

Bhajji, Mongia Warn India Ahead of Pakistan T20 WC Clash

Rediff.com4 days ago

Harbhajan Singh urges India to play Pakistan spinner Usman Tariq carefully ahead of the T20 World Cup clash in Colombo, while Nayan Mongia backs Hardik Pandya to shine under pressure.

Are Kritika Kamra and Gaurav Kapur Getting Married?

Are Kritika Kamra and Gaurav Kapur Getting Married?

Rediff.com9 Feb 2026

Social media buzz and reports fuel speculation around Kritika Kamra and Gaurav Kapur's March-April wedding.

T20 World Cup: 'There Are No Weak Or Tough Teams. All Are The Same'

T20 World Cup: 'There Are No Weak Or Tough Teams. All Are The Same'

Rediff.com6 Feb 2026

Suryakumar Yadav believes there are no weak teams in the T20 World Cup and wants India to stay relaxed, play fearless cricket and give fans pure entertainment.

Mirzapur: The Film Behind The Scenes

Mirzapur: The Film Behind The Scenes

Rediff.com7 Feb 2026

Mirzapur cast members Rasika Duggal, Shriya Pilgaonkar and Shweta Tripathi take us behind-the-scenes of the film at its wrap-up party.

Ajit Pawar's death: Maharashtra announces 3-day state mourning

Ajit Pawar's death: Maharashtra announces 3-day state mourning

Rediff.com28 Jan 2026

Ajit Pawar, 66, and four other persons were killed after an aircraft carrying them crashed in Maharashtra's Pune district on Wednesday morning

Nitish Kumar lauds Bihar prodigy Sooryavanshi after U19 WC

Nitish Kumar lauds Bihar prodigy Sooryavanshi after U19 WC

Rediff.com6 Feb 2026

Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar praised 14-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi after his record-breaking 175 powered India to the 2026 ICC Under-19 World Cup title.

T20 WC: England edge Italy, seal Super 8s spot

T20 WC: England edge Italy, seal Super 8s spot

Rediff.com1 days ago

England finally rediscovered their attacking mojo, riding on an explosive start and a splendid late surge from Will Jacks to post a challenging 202 for seven against Italy in their must-win Group C clash, in Kolkata, on Monday.

Bandwaale Review: Soulful

Bandwaale Review: Soulful

Rediff.com5 days ago

Kudos to the makers for attempting to create a meaningful series, Bandwaale, that blends the beauty of music to inspire you to look within, and find your voice, raves Divya Nair.

LA Olympics chief Wasserman denies Epstein ties

LA Olympics chief Wasserman denies Epstein ties

Rediff.com2 Feb 2026

Casey Wasserman has apologised for emails with convicted sex trafficker Ghislaine Maxwell Games and denied any relationship with late financier sex offender Jeffrey Epstein

T20 World Cup: Seifert, Allen put on record stand as NZ demolish UAE

T20 World Cup: Seifert, Allen put on record stand as NZ demolish UAE

Rediff.com7 days ago

Openers Tim Seifert and Finn Allen powered New Zealand to an emphatic 10-wicket win against UAE in the T20 World Cup match, in Chennai, on Tuesday.

T20 World Cup: Why A Super Over Finish Is Brutal & Heartbreaking

T20 World Cup: Why A Super Over Finish Is Brutal & Heartbreaking

Rediff.com5 days ago

The T20 format is built on speed and the ability to think on one's toes, but a Super Over finish is like a diamond that will sparkle forever, points out K R Nayar.

Supreme Court Clears Assam's Encroachment Drive

Supreme Court Clears Assam's Encroachment Drive

Rediff.com6 days ago

The ruling comes against the backdrop of an intensified anti-encroachment campaign launched by the Assam government since May 2021.

T20 World Cup: Clinical India hammer Pakistan to qualify for Super 8s

T20 World Cup: Clinical India hammer Pakistan to qualify for Super 8s

Rediff.com2 days ago

Super Kishan, Bumrah-led bowlers give India thumping 61-run win over Pakistan

Met Epstein a few times: Hardeep Puri reacts to Rahul's charges

Met Epstein a few times: Hardeep Puri reacts to Rahul's charges

Rediff.com6 days ago

Puri's clarification came after Gandhi claimed that the Union minister's name has also figured in 'Epstein Files' released in the US.

T20 WC: Sri Lanka trounce Oman by 105 runs

T20 WC: Sri Lanka trounce Oman by 105 runs

Rediff.com6 days ago

Sri Lanka posted a massive total against minnows Oman in their Group B T20 World Cup clash in Pallekele, Sri Lanka, on Thursday.

Nissanka Is The Latest T20 World Cup Centurion. Meet The Others...

Nissanka Is The Latest T20 World Cup Centurion. Meet The Others...

Rediff.com1 days ago

T20 World Cups have seen some explosive batting, with a few players etching their names in history by scoring centuries. Here's a look at T20 World Cup centurions over the years.

Is Dhurandhar Worth A Watch On OTT?

Is Dhurandhar Worth A Watch On OTT?

Rediff.com2 Feb 2026

If we, as an audience, are mature enough to dissect facts from fiction, and propaganda from creative storytelling, the director and technical team deserve full credit for putting together an entertaining masala film that deserves a sequel, notes Divya Nair.

'Ishan Kishan should be India's wicketkeeper in T20 World Cup'

'Ishan Kishan should be India's wicketkeeper in T20 World Cup'

Rediff.com29 Jan 2026

Former wicketkeeper Parthiv Patel urged India to include the in-form Ishan Kishan ahead of Sanju Samson

Former Doordarshan newsreader Sarla Maheshwari dies at 71

Former Doordarshan newsreader Sarla Maheshwari dies at 71

Rediff.com5 days ago

Maheshwari was the familiar face of TV news from 1976 right up till 2005 along with Salma Sultan, Minu Talwar, Shammi Narang, Geetanjali Aiyer, Neeti Ravindran and others.

T20 WC: Hardik, Kishan star as India thrash Namibia

T20 WC: Hardik, Kishan star as India thrash Namibia

Rediff.com5 days ago

India crushed Namibia by 93 runs in the T20 World Cup, powered by Ishan Kishan and Hardik Pandya, but concerns remain ahead of the Pakistan clash.