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'The Most Valuable Show For Us Is KBC'

'The Most Valuable Show For Us Is KBC'

Rediff.com   2 hours ago

Sony Pictures Networks India (SPNI) has seen its revenue grow by over 9 per cent to 7,064 crore, driven by the strong performance of SonyLIV, Sony SAB, and Sony Entertainment Television (SET), said Gaurav Banerjee, head of SPNI.

Karnataka halts Amazon, Swiggy, Bigbasket food licences over 'dhatura' sales

Karnataka halts Amazon, Swiggy, Bigbasket food licences over 'dhatura' sales

Rediff.com   2 hours ago

The Karnataka government has suspended the food licences of Amazon, Swiggy Instamart, and Bigbasket due to the online sale of toxic Dhatura fruits/seeds. Citing public health and food safety concerns, authorities have also ordered the suspension of licences for suppliers to these platforms and mandated the removal of all Dhatura-related listings.

Gujarat hooch tragedy: 13 more arrested, face culpable homicide charges

Gujarat hooch tragedy: 13 more arrested, face culpable homicide charges

Rediff.com   2 hours ago

Gujarat Police have arrested 13 additional individuals, including a man from Madhya Pradesh identified as Anand Chhandi, for their involvement in the Bhavnagar hooch tragedy that claimed 13 lives. Chhandi is accused of playing a significant role in manufacturing the methanol-laced spurious liquor and procuring chemicals, bringing the total arrests to 27.

TN assembly seeks TET exemption for 3.28 lakh teachers

TN assembly seeks TET exemption for 3.28 lakh teachers

Rediff.com   2 hours ago

The Tamil Nadu Assembly has unanimously passed a resolution urging the Union Government to grant a permanent exemption from the Teacher Eligibility Test (TET) for government teachers appointed before August 23, 2010. This move aims to protect the job security and benefits of over 3.28 lakh experienced educators who face the risk of losing their positions due to the mandatory TET requirement.

Calcutta HC grants interim protection for Abhishek Banerjee in 3 cases

Calcutta HC grants interim protection for Abhishek Banerjee in 3 cases

Rediff.com   2 hours ago

The Calcutta High Court has extended interim protection for TMC MP Abhishek Banerjee until November 30, directing police not to take coercive steps in three criminal cases, stating that custodial interrogation is not necessary.

Digital Divide Keeps Women Out of India's Gig Economy: Report

Digital Divide Keeps Women Out of India's Gig Economy: Report

Rediff.com   2 hours ago

Despite near gender parity in basic bank account ownership, women in India remain significantly underrepresented in the growing platform economy due to gaps in digital financial capability and access to credit, according to a joint report by the International Labour Organization and National Council of Applied Economic Research.

Onasadhya Recipe: Broken Wheat Payasam

Onasadhya Recipe: Broken Wheat Payasam

Rediff.com   2 hours ago

Divya Nair shares her Amuma's recipe of payasam made using broken wheat, a healthy twist to the traditional ada pradhaman.

Need Inspiration For Onam? Check Samantha, Malavika's Styles

Need Inspiration For Onam? Check Samantha, Malavika's Styles

Rediff.com   2 hours ago

Onam dressing doesn't have to begin and end with the classic cream-and-gold Kasavu sari.

Day 3: Prasidh Krishna strikes as Sooriyabandara's maiden fifty lifts Sri Lanka

Day 3: Prasidh Krishna strikes as Sooriyabandara's maiden fifty lifts Sri Lanka

Rediff.com   2 hours ago

Prasidh Krishna's hostile spell helped India keep Sri Lanka under pressure on Day 3, despite Pasindu Sooriyabandara's maiden Test half-century in Colombo.

Kangana To Kriti: 'Why Would You Tie A Rakhi In Your Bikini?'

Kangana To Kriti: 'Why Would You Tie A Rakhi In Your Bikini?'

Rediff.com   2 hours ago

Kangana Ranaut has criticised Kriti Sanon's outfit choice in a recent Raksha Bandhan jewellery ad, calling it 'intentionally creepy'.

Putin Offers More Fertilisers To India

Putin Offers More Fertilisers To India

Rediff.com   2 hours ago

Russia remains India's biggest fertiliser supplier, with imports rising nearly 40 per cent in 2025.

H-1B visa fee could get costlier by $103,000

H-1B visa fee could get costlier by $103,000

Rediff.com   2 hours ago

The US Department of Homeland Security has proposed an additional fee of USD 103,265 for all H-1B visa cap-subject applications, including those eligible for the advanced degree exemption. This new fee aims to recover interagency costs for immigration programmes and would be paid in addition to existing fees. The proposal is open for public comments for 30 days and has drawn criticism from immigration advocates.

'Serious introspection is needed': Rasquinha after India's hockey World Cup exit

'Serious introspection is needed': Rasquinha after India's hockey World Cup exit

Rediff.com   2 hours ago

Former India captain Viren Rasquinha warns that an Asian Games gold could paper over deeper problems in Indian men's hockey after their disappointing World Cup campaign.

H1N1 Surge: Who Is Most Vulnerable?

H1N1 Surge: Who Is Most Vulnerable?

Rediff.com   3 hours ago

Delhi is experiencing a significant surge in H1N1 (swine flu) cases, with over 1,777 infections reported this year, a six-fold increase from last year. Doctors highlight that children, the elderly, pregnant women, and those with chronic illnesses are most susceptible to severe infection. The rise has prompted increased inquiries about seasonal influenza vaccination, and medical experts are cautioning against self-medication and delayed consultation, urging early medical attention for severe symptoms.

Jinnah's Secret Illness Could Have Averted Partition

Jinnah's Secret Illness Could Have Averted Partition

Rediff.com   3 hours ago

Had it been know that Jinnah suffered from tuberculosis and did not have much time to live, there is a possibility Partition could have been averted.

India have fallen behind in WTC final race, says Rahul Dravid

India have fallen behind in WTC final race, says Rahul Dravid

Rediff.com   3 hours ago

Former head coach Rahul Dravid believes India have 'fallen behind' in the World Test Championship final qualification race, highlighting the upcoming New Zealand series as a significant challenge for the young team.

Shahana Goswami On The Rediff Podcast: 'If Someone Wants An Open Relationship...'

Shahana Goswami On The Rediff Podcast: 'If Someone Wants An Open Relationship...'

Rediff.com   3 hours ago

'...Because they want to sexually engage with multiple people, so be it.'

Sugar Prices May Ease Soon

Sugar Prices May Ease Soon

Rediff.com   3 hours ago

Prices had started to ease following the government's decision to allow duty-free imports of 1 mt of raw sugar and would weaken further over the next 7 to 10 days.

Mumbai airport overhaul: T1 partial razing from Jan 15; flight shifts planned

Mumbai airport overhaul: T1 partial razing from Jan 15; flight shifts planned

Rediff.com   3 hours ago

Adani Group-operated Mumbai International Airport (MIAL) is set to begin demolishing a section of its nearly 80-year-old Terminal 1 from January 15, 2027, as part of a major redevelopment plan. This initiative involves redistributing air traffic from T1 to Terminal 2 and the Navi Mumbai International Airport, with significant shifts planned for international and domestic flights starting October 1 and October 25, respectively.

Delhi waterlogged after heavy rain, traffic goes out of gear

Delhi waterlogged after heavy rain, traffic goes out of gear

Rediff.com   3 hours ago

Heavy rainfall in Delhi led to widespread waterlogging, traffic disruptions, and a significant drop in minimum temperatures across the city. Key areas like Lutyens' Delhi, Supreme Court, and AIIMS were affected, while the air quality remained satisfactory.