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'India is great': US in damage-control mode after Trump's 'hellholes' repost

'India is great': US in damage-control mode after Trump's 'hellholes' repost

Rediff.com23 Apr 2026

The US embassy spokesperson issued a statement clarifying President Trump's views on India after a controversial social media repost. The statement emphasised the strong relationship between the two countries and Trump's positive view of India's leadership.

Real Madrid great Jose Emilio Santamaria dies aged 96

Real Madrid great Jose Emilio Santamaria dies aged 96

Rediff.com15 Apr 2026

Real Madrid great Jose Emilio Santamaria, a defender who won four European Cups with the club, has died at the age of 96, the Spanish side announced on Wednesday.

Urged Modi in 2010 to conserve Great Indian Bustard: Jairam Ramesh

Urged Modi in 2010 to conserve Great Indian Bustard: Jairam Ramesh

Rediff.com29 Mar 2026

Congress leader Jairam Ramesh recalls writing to Narendra Modi in 2010 about conserving the Great Indian Bustard, amid recent announcements of successful conservation efforts.

'We were outplayed by a great team': Santner admits

'We were outplayed by a great team': Santner admits

Rediff.com9 Mar 2026

New Zealand captain Mitchell Santner praised India's performance and highlighted the challenges of playing against them, especially in their home country.

IPL 2026: Does Vaibhav Sooryavanshi Care About How Great A Bowler Is?

IPL 2026: Does Vaibhav Sooryavanshi Care About How Great A Bowler Is?

Rediff.com11 Apr 2026

When Vaibhav Sooryavanshi is in full flow, everything else fades into the background. He has made a habit of taking on the best bowlers in the world and making them look ordinary.

'Great surprise' awaits Trump: Iran warns against ground attack

'Great surprise' awaits Trump: Iran warns against ground attack

Rediff.com21 Mar 2026

As the security situation continues to evolve in West Asia and the Gulf region, an Iranian military source has warned the United States against any ground aggression on Iran, calling it a red line and saying a 'surprise' would await US President Donald Trump, Tasnim News Agency reported on Saturday.

Bollywood's Special Sleepyhead Quiz

Bollywood's Special Sleepyhead Quiz

Rediff.com4 days ago

Sukanya Verma quizzes you to find out just how much you know about the movies.

How Cricket Strengthens India-Jamaica Relations

How Cricket Strengthens India-Jamaica Relations

Rediff.com7 hours ago

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar highlighted the unifying role of cricket between India and Jamaica, dedicating a digital scoreboard gifted by India to Sabina Park in Kingston.

IPL 2026: Why did Punjab Kings underuse Chahal?

IPL 2026: Why did Punjab Kings underuse Chahal?

Rediff.com9 hours ago

Mohammad Kaif has expressed his surprise at the limited use of Yuzvendra Chahal during Punjab Kings' loss to Gujarat Titans in their IPL 2026 clash.

Jaishankar's big gift wows Jamaica cricket fans

Jaishankar's big gift wows Jamaica cricket fans

Rediff.com11 hours ago

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar and Jamaican Prime Minister Andrew Holness dedicated a scoreboard gifted by India to Sabina Park, highlighting the strong cricket ties between the two nations.

Raja Shivaji Review: Riteish Deshmukh Fares Better As Director Than Actor

Raja Shivaji Review: Riteish Deshmukh Fares Better As Director Than Actor

Rediff.com3 days ago

Riteish Deshmukh's Shivaji may not be a flawless portrayal, but still remains engaging throughout, applauds Mayur Sanap.

Solanki hails Holder's all-round brilliance in GT win

Solanki hails Holder's all-round brilliance in GT win

Rediff.com3 days ago

Gujarat Titans Director of Cricket Vikram Solanki praises Jason Holder's all-round performance and experience after his Player of the Match display against RCB.

India Gifts Scoreboard To Jamaica's Iconic Sabina Park

India Gifts Scoreboard To Jamaica's Iconic Sabina Park

Rediff.com11 hours ago

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar and Jamaican Prime Minister Andrew Holness dedicated a scoreboard gifted by India to Sabina Park, highlighting the strong cricket ties between the two nations.

Uninformed, in poor taste: India on Trump's 'hellhole' remark

Uninformed, in poor taste: India on Trump's 'hellhole' remark

Rediff.com24 Apr 2026

India has criticised US President Donald Trump's social media repost referring to India and other countries as 'hellholes' in the context of immigration, deeming the remarks 'uninformed' and 'inappropriate'.

Shakib Al Hasan laments Bangladesh's T20 World Cup 'blunder'

Shakib Al Hasan laments Bangladesh's T20 World Cup 'blunder'

Rediff.com5 days ago

Former captain Shakib Al Hasan has criticised Bangladesh's absence from the T20 World Cup in India, calling it a 'blunder'. He also expressed hope that bilateral cricket ties could improve with future series.

IPL 2026: Shubman Gill Trolls RCB With Cheeky Post

IPL 2026: Shubman Gill Trolls RCB With Cheeky Post

Rediff.com2 days ago

Shubman Gill is winning hearts with his witty social media presence and playful interactions with Virat Kohli and Jos Buttler.

IPL 2026: Happy with securing two points, says Gill after GT clinch nail-biter vs Punjab

IPL 2026: Happy with securing two points, says Gill after GT clinch nail-biter vs Punjab

Rediff.com20 hours ago

Gujarat Titans defeated Punjab Kings in a close IPL match in Ahmedabad. Shubman Gill expressed satisfaction with the win, while Shreyas Iyer lamented his team's execution despite a fighting total.

Pathirana Debut In Sight As KKR Weigh Options Against SRH

Pathirana Debut In Sight As KKR Weigh Options Against SRH

Rediff.com2 days ago

Kolkata Knight Riders are considering giving Matheesha Pathirana his debut in their match against Sunrisers Hyderabad, according to bowling coach Tim Southee. Pathirana has been with the team for two weeks after recovering from a calf injury. The decision hinges on team balance and conditions, with KKR aiming to win the Powerplay against SRH's strong batting line-up.

Vijayvargiya: Bengal Victory A Gift From Modi, Shah To India

Vijayvargiya: Bengal Victory A Gift From Modi, Shah To India

Rediff.com2 hours ago

Madhya Pradesh minister Kailash Vijayvargiya expressed his joy over the BJP's victory in the West Bengal assembly polls, calling it a significant gift to the nation from PM Modi and Amit Shah, while also alleging the previous TMC government fostered anti-national activities.

Conflict with US, Israel in 'no war, no peace' state: Iran's envoy

Conflict with US, Israel in 'no war, no peace' state: Iran's envoy

Rediff.com2 days ago

Iran's representative in India, Abdul Majeed Hakeem Ilahi, describes the ongoing tensions between Iran and the US-Israel alliance as a state of 'no war, no peace,' calling for an immediate halt to the conflict and questioning the lack of pressure on the US and Israel to cease aggression.

Rudd blown away by little known Blockx; Milestone for Zverev

Rudd blown away by little known Blockx; Milestone for Zverev

Rediff.com3 days ago

Blockx converts late Madrid call-up into breakthrough semi-final run even as Zeverev joins Federer, Nadal in elite list.

Why Dhoni Will Miss CSK's Clash Against Delhi Capitals

Why Dhoni Will Miss CSK's Clash Against Delhi Capitals

Rediff.com2 hours ago

Chennai Super Kings bowling coach Eric Simons has provided an update on M.S. Dhoni's injury status, confirming he will miss the game against Delhi Capitals but is steadily improving.

Genelia Deshmukh's Super Style Tips

Genelia Deshmukh's Super Style Tips

Rediff.com3 days ago

If there's one celeb who proves hair can make or break a look, it's Genelia Deshmukh.

Genelia Deshmukh's Super Style Tips

Genelia Deshmukh's Super Style Tips

Rediff.com3 days ago

If there's one celeb who proves hair can make or break a look, it's Genelia Deshmukh.

FIFA World Cup: Australia coach wants Trump at USA match

FIFA World Cup: Australia coach wants Trump at USA match

Rediff.com4 hours ago

Australia's coach, Tony Popovic, believes Donald Trump's potential attendance at their World Cup match against the United States would motivate his team. While midfielder Jackson Irvine voiced concerns about FIFA's Peace Prize to Trump and LGBT rights in the U.S., Popovic remains focused on the team's preparation and player fitness.

How Sourav Kothari Overcame Grief To Win Billiards Title

How Sourav Kothari Overcame Grief To Win Billiards Title

Rediff.com4 days ago

Sourav Kothari discusses his emotional journey to winning the IBSF World Billiards Championship, highlighting the impact of his father's death and his aspirations for cue sports in the Commonwealth Games.

Why Modern Batters Struggle Against Hard Lengths: Steyn

Why Modern Batters Struggle Against Hard Lengths: Steyn

Rediff.com6 days ago

Dale Steyn analyses Delhi Capitals' batting collapse in the IPL, suggesting modern batters are not adequately prepared for hard lengths, a weakness exploited by bowlers like Josh Hazlewood and Bhuvneshwar Kumar.

MI coach backs SKY: If Surya gets a few scores together...

MI coach backs SKY: If Surya gets a few scores together...

Rediff.com1 days ago

Mumbai Indians head coach Mahela Jayawardene has expressed his support for Suryakumar Yadav, acknowledging his current struggles but remaining confident in his ability to regain form. Jayawardene also highlighted Jasprit Bumrah's need for support from other bowlers.

Modi takes boat ride in Hooghly River, clicks photos

Modi takes boat ride in Hooghly River, clicks photos

Rediff.com24 Apr 2026

Prime Minister Narendra Modi took a boat ride on the Hooghly river in Kolkata, reaffirming his commitment to the development of West Bengal and the prosperity of its people. He shared photographs of the trip on social media, highlighting the cultural significance of the Ganga river for Bengalis.

Langer Explains Pooran's Super Over Role Against Narine

Langer Explains Pooran's Super Over Role Against Narine

Rediff.com7 days ago

Lucknow Super Giants coach Justin Langer defended the decision to send Nicholas Pooran to face Sunil Narine in the Super Over, citing Pooran's experience against Narine despite his recent form. Langer also praised Mohsin Khan's performance and potential for the Indian team.

Rayudu decodes KL Rahul's aggressive shift after DC's record chase

Rayudu decodes KL Rahul's aggressive shift after DC's record chase

Rediff.com2 days ago

Ambati Rayudu praises KL Rahul's aggressive mindset and improved strike rate in IPL 2026 as Delhi Capitals complete a record 226-run chase against Rajasthan Royals.

Umrao Jaan Goes To UK Asian Film Fest, Rekha Reacts

Umrao Jaan Goes To UK Asian Film Fest, Rekha Reacts

Rediff.com6 days ago

Umrao Jaan, featuring Rekha's iconic performance, is set for a special 4K restored screening at the prestigious UK Asian Film Festival, where director Muzaffar Ali will also be honoured with a Lifetime Achievement Award.

Maradona had bipolar disorder, court hears in death trial

Maradona had bipolar disorder, court hears in death trial

Rediff.com3 days ago

A psychologist testifies in Diego Maradona's death trial, stating the football legend had bipolar disorder and required strict alcohol abstinence.

IPL 2026: Watching Virat Kohli, you understand art of chasing, says RCB's Jacob Bethell

IPL 2026: Watching Virat Kohli, you understand art of chasing, says RCB's Jacob Bethell

Rediff.com2 hours ago

Bethell highlighted the influence of senior players like Virat Kohli, Rajat Patidar and Dinesh Karthik. He said the tournament demands a high-tempo approach, where players must be aggressive and fearless.

Pat Cummins awestruck by Sooryavanshi's explosive batting

Pat Cummins awestruck by Sooryavanshi's explosive batting

Rediff.com26 Apr 2026

Australian skipper Pat Cummins has become a fan of Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, praising the young batter's explosive pyrotechnics in the IPL.

Special Goalkeeping Camp Aims To Bolster Indian Women's Hockey

Special Goalkeeping Camp Aims To Bolster Indian Women's Hockey

Rediff.com24 Apr 2026

A special goalkeeping camp is being conducted for the Indian women's hockey team by David Williamson, aiming to strengthen the team's goalkeeping unit ahead of crucial international tournaments.

Sinner one win away from fifth straight Masters crown

Sinner one win away from fifth straight Masters crown

Rediff.com2 days ago

World number one Jannik Sinner powered into the Madrid Open final with a 6-2, 6-4 victory over Arthur Fils on Friday, keeping alive his bid for a record fifth successive ATP Masters 1000 title.

Bowlers strike back in IPL 2026; Zaheer sees Bhuvneshwar in India mix

Bowlers strike back in IPL 2026; Zaheer sees Bhuvneshwar in India mix

Rediff.com5 days ago

Former India pacer Zaheer Khan attributes the improved performance of bowlers in IPL 2026 to their aggressive mindset and effective strategies, highlighting standout performances and potential comebacks.

IPL 2026: Rahane reveals key moment behind KKR comeback

IPL 2026: Rahane reveals key moment behind KKR comeback

Rediff.com1 days ago

Kolkata Knight Riders defeated Sunrisers Hyderabad in their recent IPL match, with their bowling unit receiving high praise for restricting the opposition to a manageable total. Skipper Ajinkya Rahane credited the bowlers, particularly the spinners, for their consistent performance and ability to take crucial wickets.

Vijay Kumar, Indian Golf Legend, Dies At 57

Vijay Kumar, Indian Golf Legend, Dies At 57

Rediff.com5 days ago

Veteran Indian golfer Vijay Kumar, winner of the 2002 Indian Open, has died at the age of 57 due to a heart attack in Lucknow.