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National Centre of Excellence for Winter Sports Coming to J&K

National Centre of Excellence for Winter Sports Coming to J&K

Rediff.com2 days ago

Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya announced the establishment of a National Centre of Excellence to promote winter sports in Jammu and Kashmir and the expansion of the Khelo India Winter Games into a 15-day event.

How to Apply For The UCL Scholarship

How to Apply For The UCL Scholarship

Rediff.com19 Feb 2026

The UCL India Excellence Scholarship aims to enable and encourage Indian students with an outstanding academic record to pursue full-time master's degree studies at UCL.

T20 World Cup: 'When Varun Was Attacked, He Had No Answer'

T20 World Cup: 'When Varun Was Attacked, He Had No Answer'

Rediff.com5 days ago

'Apart from Bumrah, nothing much stood out in the bowling, except for the new spell bowled by Arshdeep.'

India, Israel upgrade ties to 'strategic partnership'; Modi backs Gaza peace

India, Israel upgrade ties to 'strategic partnership'; Modi backs Gaza peace

Rediff.com2 days ago

India and Israel have elevated their relationship to a special strategic partnership, focusing on enhanced cooperation in trade, technology, and defense, while also addressing regional peace initiatives.

Ranveer Singh Vs Farhan Akhtar: The Don 3 War

Ranveer Singh Vs Farhan Akhtar: The Don 3 War

Rediff.com13 Feb 2026

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

Recipe: Kale-Walnut Pesto Penne

Recipe: Kale-Walnut Pesto Penne

Rediff.com2 days ago

Cooking up pasta with pesto made from kale, tofu, walnuts and basil makes for an intriguing dish far more gourmet than you can imagine.

Inside Jadeja's proud moment with PM Modi

Inside Jadeja's proud moment with PM Modi

Rediff.com10 Feb 2026

Indian all-rounder Ravindra Jadeja met Prime Minister Narendra Modi at Parliament House in New Delhi, calling it a moment of pride and inspiration.

T20 World Cup: Thursday's Game Will Be Played Before India's Most Knowledgeable Fans

T20 World Cup: Thursday's Game Will Be Played Before India's Most Knowledgeable Fans

Rediff.com3 days ago

It is said that in Chennai, fans do not watch cricket -- they analyse and debate it and even outthink the experts. Cricket here is savoured like their favourite dish -- a hot bowl of rasam.

Pratika Rawal back in India women's squad for Australia ODIs

Pratika Rawal back in India women's squad for Australia ODIs

Rediff.com17 Feb 2026

Batter Pratika Rawal has been added to India's women's cricket squad for the three-match ODI series against Australia, marking her return after recovering from an ankle injury sustained during the World Cup.

Boong, The Manipur Film That Won A BAFTA

Boong, The Manipur Film That Won A BAFTA

Rediff.com6 days ago

'This story has been always there since my childhood because of missing people.' 'I remember a family member who disappeared and I kept wondering what happened to him.'

Representative was 'ill-informed': Galgotias apologises

Representative was 'ill-informed': Galgotias apologises

Rediff.com18 Feb 2026

Galgotias University issued an apology after falsely presenting a Chinese-manufactured robotic dog as their own innovation at the India AI Impact Summit, sparking controversy and leading to their removal from the event.

President Witnesses IAF's Vayu Shakti

President Witnesses IAF's Vayu Shakti

Rediff.com1 days ago

Vayu Shakti-2026 showcased the Indian Air Force's readiness for combat operations in both day and night conditions.

Farhan Akhtar's Boong Wins At BAFTA

Farhan Akhtar's Boong Wins At BAFTA

Rediff.com6 days ago

Boong was the only Indian nominee at the ceremony and the first Indian film to win the Best Children and Family Film award.

Galgotias varsity leaves AI Summit after robodog row

Galgotias varsity leaves AI Summit after robodog row

Rediff.com18 Feb 2026

Galgotias University is under fire after showcasing a robotic dog that sparked controversy over its true origin and whether it was misrepresented as in-house technology.

Baramulla Express: How Auqib Nabi Sparked Jammu and Kashmir's Ranji Trophy Triumph!

Baramulla Express: How Auqib Nabi Sparked Jammu and Kashmir's Ranji Trophy Triumph!

Rediff.com22 hours ago

Auqib Nabi's journey from a small village in Baramulla to becoming a key player in Jammu and Kashmir's Ranji Trophy victory is a story of perseverance and dedication.

T20 World Cup: Australia crush Oman by 9 wickets, sign off in style

T20 World Cup: Australia crush Oman by 9 wickets, sign off in style

Rediff.com21 Feb 2026

Already out of Super Eights contention, Australia beat Oman by nine wickets in their inconsequential final group clash of the T20 World Cup, in Kandy, on Friday.

Wow! Just Look At Samantha, Sheetal On The Red Carpet

Wow! Just Look At Samantha, Sheetal On The Red Carpet

Rediff.com19 Feb 2026

On February 17 in Mumbai, the Vogue Values: Women of Excellence event brought together some of the country's most influential women across arts, sports, entrepreneurship, philanthropy and culture.

T20 World Cup: Sundar Waits Medical Clearance

T20 World Cup: Sundar Waits Medical Clearance

Rediff.com4 Feb 2026

Washington Sundar is recovering from a rib injury and undergoing workload assessment at the Centre of Excellence as selectors await a final call on his availability for the 2026 T20 World Cup.

The saree-clad officer who made Devuji surrender

The saree-clad officer who made Devuji surrender

Rediff.com3 days ago

Telangana Police's Special Intelligence Branch, led by officer B Sumathi, successfully negotiated the surrender of top Maoist commander Thippiri Tirupati alias Devuji and other Maoist leaders, marking a significant victory for the state.

Can Zimbabwe salvage pride against rampant South Africa?

Can Zimbabwe salvage pride against rampant South Africa?

Rediff.com21 hours ago

Zimbabwe faces South Africa in their final Super 8 match of the T20 World Cup, aiming to improve their bowling and challenge the in-form Proteas.

'From the start we were 100 per cent sure of winning Ranji Trophy': Paras Dogra

'From the start we were 100 per cent sure of winning Ranji Trophy': Paras Dogra

Rediff.com21 hours ago

Jammu and Kashmir claimed their first-ever Ranji Trophy title, with captain Paras Dogra and player Qamran Iqbal expressing their joy and gratitude after the historic win against Karnataka.

Reliance Retail, India's Largest Unlisted Company

Reliance Retail, India's Largest Unlisted Company

Rediff.com4 days ago

Among the fastest-growing companies by revenue were Tata Electronics, which posted a staggering 3,173% CAGR, followed by Tata Passenger Electric Mobility at 904% and JSW One Platforms at 522%.

Rishabh Pant drops big hint on injury return

Rishabh Pant drops big hint on injury return

Rediff.com4 Feb 2026

India's wicketkeeper-batter Rishabh Pant on Wednesday said that he is recovering well after his injury and is hopeful of returning to competitive cricket at the earliest.

'Our finest hour': J&K celebrates Ranji Trophy triumph

'Our finest hour': J&K celebrates Ranji Trophy triumph

Rediff.com20 hours ago

Political parties and residents in Jammu and Kashmir celebrate the Union territory's Ranji team's first-ever title win, praising the team's resilience and unity.

Rising Stars T20 Asia Cup: Radha stars as India A storm into final

Rising Stars T20 Asia Cup: Radha stars as India A storm into final

Rediff.com20 Feb 2026

Radha Yadav's all-round performance propelled India A Women to a five-wicket victory over Sri Lanka A in the Women's Rising Stars T20 Asia Cup semifinal, securing their place in the final.

Ranji Trophy Final: 'Scoring 1000 runs is a big confidence boost'

Ranji Trophy Final: 'Scoring 1000 runs is a big confidence boost'

Rediff.com5 days ago

Karnataka skipper Devdutt Padikkal expresses confidence in his team's batting lineup ahead of the Ranji Trophy final against Jammu and Kashmir. Jammu and Kashmir captain Paras Dogra emphasizes his team's determination and simple approach.

Delhi Marathon: Karkera storms to victory, seals Asian Games spot

Delhi Marathon: Karkera storms to victory, seals Asian Games spot

Rediff.com6 days ago

Kartik Karkera won the 11th New Delhi Marathon, surpassing the Asian Games qualifying standard, along with two other runners. Over 30,000 runners participated in the event.

Odisha twins score identical 99.998 percentile in JEE Main

Odisha twins score identical 99.998 percentile in JEE Main

Rediff.com18 Feb 2026

Identical twins Mahroof Ahmed Khan and Masroor Ahmed Khan from Bhubneswar scored identical marks in the JEE Main exam, both achieving the 99.998th percentile. The brothers, who studied together at Allen Career Institute in Kota, are now preparing for JEE Advanced and aspire to study Computer Science at IIT Bombay.

England snatch victory from New Zealand's grasp in thriller

England snatch victory from New Zealand's grasp in thriller

Rediff.com1 days ago

All New Zealand batters got starts but couldn't go on to capitalise on them. Will Jacks and Adil Rashid got two wickets a piece for England.

BCCI hails India's composure after U-19 World Cup triumph

BCCI hails India's composure after U-19 World Cup triumph

Rediff.com6 Feb 2026

BCCI president Mithun Manhas and secretary Devajit Saikia praised India's composure and planning after the U-19 team beat England by 100 runs to clinch a record sixth World Cup title in Harare.

AI System To Transform Training, Injury Tracking In Indian Sports

AI System To Transform Training, Injury Tracking In Indian Sports

Rediff.com20 Feb 2026

India launches AI-driven SPEEED platform to track athlete performance, predict injuries, tackle age fraud and revolutionise sports science nationwide.

T20 World Cup: Abhishek, Hardik star as India demolish Zimbabwe in must-win Super 8 clash

T20 World Cup: Abhishek, Hardik star as India demolish Zimbabwe in must-win Super 8 clash

Rediff.com2 days ago

Abhishek, Hardik help India pulverise Zimbabwe by 72 runs; stay in semis race

'Welcome, My Friend': Netanyahu rolls out red carpet for Modi

'Welcome, My Friend': Netanyahu rolls out red carpet for Modi

Rediff.com3 days ago

Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to Israel aims to strengthen the strategic partnership between the two nations, focusing on cooperation in various sectors including defense, technology, and trade.

How Farhan Akhtar Celebrated His BAFTA Win

How Farhan Akhtar Celebrated His BAFTA Win

Rediff.com5 days ago

Boong wins a BAFTA, and India can't stay calm!

India on the brink: Huge win vs Zimbabwe or T20 WC exit

India on the brink: Huge win vs Zimbabwe or T20 WC exit

Rediff.com4 days ago

India faces Zimbabwe in a crucial T20 World Cup Super 8 match, needing a big win to improve their net run rate after a heavy loss to South Africa. The team needs to address issues in the top order and consider strategic changes to the batting lineup.

FIH Pro League: Spain dash India's comeback hopes with 2-0 win

FIH Pro League: Spain dash India's comeback hopes with 2-0 win

Rediff.com7 days ago

India's hopes for a comeback in the FIH Men's Pro League were thwarted by a 2-0 defeat to Spain, marking a continuation of their struggling form. Goals from Ignacio Abajo and Ignacio Cobos secured the victory for Spain, who displayed both clinical finishing and strong defense.

India launches nationwide HPV vaccination drive

India launches nationwide HPV vaccination drive

Rediff.com4 days ago

The Indian government is set to launch a nationwide HPV vaccination program targeting 14-year-old girls to prevent cervical cancer, utilizing a single-dose vaccine and aiming for equitable access across socio-economic groups.

Rashid Khan wants more matches against stronger teams

Rashid Khan wants more matches against stronger teams

Rediff.com19 Feb 2026

Afghanistan skipper Rashid Khan emphasised the need for more bilateral series against stronger cricketing nations after his team's victory over Canada in the T20 World Cup. He highlighted areas for improvement, particularly in batting and death overs bowling, and acknowledged the painful setback of a narrow defeat to South Africa.

T20 World Cup: Windies run riot, thrash Zimbabwe

T20 World Cup: Windies run riot, thrash Zimbabwe

Rediff.com5 days ago

A blistering assault from Shimron Hetmyer and Rovman Powell powered West Indies to a crushing 107-run win over Zimbabwe in the T20 World Cup Super Eights at the Wankhede

T20 World Cup: Can India Turn Super Eight Tension Into Triumph?

T20 World Cup: Can India Turn Super Eight Tension Into Triumph?

Rediff.com6 days ago

It takes a lot of mental strength to play in front of nearly 100,000 people in Ahmedabad. Even the bravest can succumb to the tension.