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Lakshya Sen, Satwik-Chirag Lose As India Trails China In Thomas Cup

Lakshya Sen, Satwik-Chirag Lose As India Trails China In Thomas Cup

Rediff.com2 days ago

Lakshya Sen and the doubles pair of Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty suffered narrow losses as India trailed 0-2 against China in their final Group A tie of the Thomas Cup Finals.

Thomas Cup: Ayush, Prannoy win, but India lose to China

Thomas Cup: Ayush, Prannoy win, but India lose to China

Rediff.com2 days ago

Ayush Shetty's comeback win keeps India in the contest after Lakshya Sen and the doubles pair of Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty lost their matches against China in the Thomas Cup Finals.

Pahalgam Terror Attack: Hard Lessons For India

Pahalgam Terror Attack: Hard Lessons For India

Rediff.com7 days ago

We, Indians, forgot that for Pakistan, Kashmir dispute and blood feud with India is the raison detre for its existence. It is also the excuse with which the Pak army keeps its grip over the state. Peace in Kashmir and between India and Pakistan is against the interests of the Pak army, points out Colonel Anil A Athale (Retd).

Sahaja Yamalapalli's Fight Not Enough as India Trails Thailand in Billie Jean King Cup

Sahaja Yamalapalli's Fight Not Enough as India Trails Thailand in Billie Jean King Cup

Rediff.com8 Apr 2026

India trails Thailand 0-2 in the Billie Jean King Cup after Sahaja Yamalapalli's narrow defeat. Vaishnavi Adkar also lost her debut match.

Billie Jean King Cup: Vaishnavi Adkar loses opening singles against Thailand's Chanta

Billie Jean King Cup: Vaishnavi Adkar loses opening singles against Thailand's Chanta

Rediff.com7 Apr 2026

Vaishnavi Adkar's unforced errors resulted in a straight-set defeat against Aunchisa Chanta, leaving India trailing 0-1 against Thailand in their Billie Jean King Cup Asia/Oceania Group I tie.

India Loses to Thailand in Billie Jean King Cup Despite Doubles Victory

India Loses to Thailand in Billie Jean King Cup Despite Doubles Victory

Rediff.com8 Apr 2026

India lost to Thailand 1-2 in the opening Asia/Oceania Group I tie of the Billie Jean King Cup, with Rutuja Bhosale and Ankita Raina securing a consolation win in the doubles after Sahaja Yamalapalli's defeat in the singles.

India Secures Unassailable Lead Against New Zealand in Billie Jean King Cup

India Secures Unassailable Lead Against New Zealand in Billie Jean King Cup

Rediff.com8 Apr 2026

India bounced back in style to take an unassailable 2-0 lead against New Zealand in their second Asia/Oceania Group I tie of the Billie Jean King Cup, with impressive wins from Vaishnavi Adkar and Sahaja Yamalapalli.

Vaishnavi Adkar Leads India to Victory Against New Zealand in Billie Jean King Cup

Vaishnavi Adkar Leads India to Victory Against New Zealand in Billie Jean King Cup

Rediff.com8 Apr 2026

Young Vaishnavi Adkar's impressive win against Aishi Das gives India a 1-0 lead against New Zealand in the Billie Jean King Cup. This victory follows India's 1-2 defeat to Thailand, where Adkar faced challenges in her debut match.

India Sweeps New Zealand in Billie Jean King Cup After Thailand Loss

India Sweeps New Zealand in Billie Jean King Cup After Thailand Loss

Rediff.com8 Apr 2026

India rebounded from a loss to Thailand with a dominant 3-0 victory over New Zealand in the Billie Jean King Cup, showcasing strong performances from Vaishnavi Adkar and Sahaja Yamalapalli.

West Asia crisis: Govt mulls more relief packages for vulnerable sectors

West Asia crisis: Govt mulls more relief packages for vulnerable sectors

Rediff.com29 Mar 2026

The Indian government is considering additional relief packages for vulnerable sectors like MSMEs to mitigate the impact of the ongoing West Asia crisis on the economy and inflation.

Women excelling in various fields, but...: President Murmu

Women excelling in various fields, but...: President Murmu

Rediff.com9 Mar 2026

President Droupadi Murmu addressed a national convention, acknowledging the progress of women in various fields while highlighting the persistent social stereotypes, economic inequalities, and psychological barriers they face. She called for collective efforts to address these issues and emphasised the importance of promoting Indian languages and traditional knowledge systems.

'Will take gym membership': Rahul meets 'Mohammad' Deepak who took on Bajrang Dal

'Will take gym membership': Rahul meets 'Mohammad' Deepak who took on Bajrang Dal

Rediff.com23 Feb 2026

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi met and voiced his support for Deepak Kumar, dubbed 'Mohammad Deepak', an Uttarakhand gym owner who bravely confronted Bajrang Dal activists harassing a Muslim shopkeeper, symbolising unity and courage.

T20 World Cup: SKY blames batting collapse for India's humiliating loss

T20 World Cup: SKY blames batting collapse for India's humiliating loss

Rediff.com22 Feb 2026

India faced a heavy defeat against South Africa in their T20 World Cup Super Eights opener after a batting collapse while chasing 188. Skipper Suryakumar Yadav admitted the failure to build partnerships cost them the game.

T20 World Cup, Super 8s: Can India Outsmart South Africa?

T20 World Cup, Super 8s: Can India Outsmart South Africa?

Rediff.com21 Feb 2026

India begin their Super 8 journey against South Africa at the Narendra Modi stadium in a thrilling clash where a single mistake could change the course of the semifinals.

FIH Pro League: Belgium hand India third straight defeat

FIH Pro League: Belgium hand India third straight defeat

Rediff.com14 Feb 2026

India's struggles in the Rourkela leg of the FIH Pro League continued with a 2-4 defeat against Belgium, marking their third consecutive loss at the Birsa Munda Hockey Stadium. Belgium dominated early, but India showed resilience in the second half.

T20 WC: Gambhir hails Surya's masterclass after USA scare

T20 WC: Gambhir hails Surya's masterclass after USA scare

Rediff.com8 Feb 2026

Gautam Gambhir praised Suryakumar Yadav's unbeaten 84 as a 'masterclass' after India beat the USA by 29 runs in their opening T20 World Cup 2026 match at Wankhede.

FIH Pro League: Lakra scores but Belgium strike late to beat India

FIH Pro League: Lakra scores but Belgium strike late to beat India

Rediff.com11 Feb 2026

India lost to Belgium 3-1 in the FIH Men's Pro League 2024-25 match in Rourkela, with Belgium scoring two goals in the final quarter to secure the win.

T20 WC: Schalkwyk reveals how US game plan stunned India

T20 WC: Schalkwyk reveals how US game plan stunned India

Rediff.com8 Feb 2026

USA bowler Shadley van Schalkwyk discusses his team's performance against India in the T20 World Cup, highlighting their strategic field placements and the importance of homework for Associate nations.

Dhakshineswar steps up again as India draw level in Davis Cup tie

Dhakshineswar steps up again as India draw level in Davis Cup tie

Rediff.com7 Feb 2026

Dhakshineswar Suresh once again rose to the occasion, outgunning Dutch number one Jesper de Jong in a battle of big servers to level the Qualifiers Round 1 tie 1-1 against the Netherlands, in Bengaluru, on Saturday.

Gritty Pant keeps India A in the hunt vs SA A

Gritty Pant keeps India A in the hunt vs SA A

Rediff.com1 Nov 2025

Pant's gritty fifty keeps India A together in chase of 275

4th T20I, Visakhapatnam: Shivam Dube's blazing fifty in vain as New Zealand trounce India

4th T20I, Visakhapatnam: Shivam Dube's blazing fifty in vain as New Zealand trounce India

Rediff.com28 Jan 2026

Shivam Dube flickered brightly with a fifty of exceptional quality but it was insufficient to prevent India's 50-run defeat against New Zealand in the fourth T20 International.

Can New Zealand stop Kohli? India eye series win in Rajkot

Can New Zealand stop Kohli? India eye series win in Rajkot

Rediff.com13 Jan 2026

Virat Kohli's stroke-filled 91-ball 93 set up India's win in the series opener against New Zealand.

Freedom At Midnight 2 Review: Terrifying History Reminder

Freedom At Midnight 2 Review: Terrifying History Reminder

Rediff.com9 Jan 2026

Whether Freedom At Midnight 2 has a political agenda, a bias or two will be read into it, depending on the affiliation of who is watching, notes Deepa Gahlot.

India's bowlers exposed our batting completely: SA coach

India's bowlers exposed our batting completely: SA coach

Rediff.com10 Dec 2025

At a loss to explain South Africa's capitulation in the series-opener, their batting coach Ashwell Prince said the visitors simply failed to answer the questions posed by India's "formidable" bowlers while being dismissed for their lowest T20I total of 74 Cuttack.

India suffer narrow defeat to Belgium in Azlan Shah hockey

India suffer narrow defeat to Belgium in Azlan Shah hockey

Rediff.com25 Nov 2025

A determined India fought bravely but lost to Belgium 2-3 in a rain-affected Sultan Azlan Shah Cup hockey match.

India, Russia Explore Duty Cuts to Rebalance Trade

India, Russia Explore Duty Cuts to Rebalance Trade

Rediff.com3 Dec 2025

Putin's State visit will centre on fixing the huge India-Russia trade imbalance, with both sides pushing to lower duties, ease non-tariff barriers, and seal a landmark mobility pact to send more Indian workers to Russia.

India's medal rush continues at Asian Archery C'ships

India's medal rush continues at Asian Archery C'ships

Rediff.com12 Nov 2025

India's medal surge continued at the Asian Archery Championships in Dhaka on Wednesday, with the compound mixed team of Abhishek Verma and Deepshikha storming into the final, while the recurve archers stayed in medal contention after advancing to the bronze playoff.

5th T20I Abandoned Due To Rain; India Win Series 2-1

5th T20I Abandoned Due To Rain; India Win Series 2-1

Rediff.com8 Nov 2025

India clinched the five-match T20I series against Australia 2-1 after the fifth and final game was abandoned due to rain, in Brisbane, on Saturday.

Asian Archery C'ships: Deepika, Ankita pull off upsets

Asian Archery C'ships: Deepika, Ankita pull off upsets

Rediff.com11 Nov 2025

Deepika, Dhiraj lead India's charge in Asian Archery Championship

'India Reasserting Control Over Digital Economy'

'India Reasserting Control Over Digital Economy'

Rediff.com13 Nov 2025

'What we are seeing today is India stepping into its digital confidence, not as a follower but a leader.'

Was US India's Ally Or Foe In The 1962 War?

Was US India's Ally Or Foe In The 1962 War?

Rediff.com18 Nov 2025

What appeared to be a generous act of friendship was, in truth, a manoeuvre within a much larger strategic game. The United States used the 1962 war not just to aid India but to test how far it could be pulled into the Western fold, points out Dr Kumar.

Nehru Should Have Retired In 1957

Nehru Should Have Retired In 1957

Rediff.com13 Nov 2025

...a time when his legacy ledger was still positive and before the debacle against China. With every subsequent election, our leaders tend to become weaker. India should consider passing a law that no person should hold the highest office in our country for more than two terms, points out Harishchandra.

Can West Indies avoid another innings defeat?

Can West Indies avoid another innings defeat?

Rediff.com12 Oct 2025

India remained on course for a 2-0 series sweep after enforcing the follow-on but West Indies produced a much better batting display in their second innings to reach 173-2 on day three of the second and final Test in New Delhi on Sunday.

PIX: Jemimah slays Australia as India enter World Cup final

PIX: Jemimah slays Australia as India enter World Cup final

Rediff.com30 Oct 2025

Jemimah Rodrigues played the innings of her life, slamming a century for the ages as India pulled off a record chase to storm into the Women's World Cup final after a five-wicket victory over defending champions Australia in Navi Mumbai on Thursday.

Heartbreak! India settle for bronze at World Jr Badminton

Heartbreak! India settle for bronze at World Jr Badminton

Rediff.com10 Oct 2025

India go down to Indonesia in semifinals, sign off with first-ever bronze at World Junior C'ships

After Healy onslaught, Mazumdar eyes bowling rethink

After Healy onslaught, Mazumdar eyes bowling rethink

Rediff.com13 Oct 2025

All-rounder Amanjot Kaur did handle pace duties with Gaud, but India missed another proper bowling option in their line-up, be it pacers Renuka Thakur and Arundhati Reddy or spinner Radha Yadav.

Historic! India A chase down 412 after Rahul, Sai tons

Historic! India A chase down 412 after Rahul, Sai tons

Rediff.com26 Sep 2025

K L Rahul and B Sai Sudharsan struck sublime hundreds as India A registered a stunning five-wicket win over Australia A while hunting down a target of 413 to seal the two-match unofficial Test series 1-0, in Lucknow, on Friday.

Women's World Cup: India beat SL by DLS Method in opener

Women's World Cup: India beat SL by DLS Method in opener

Rediff.com30 Sep 2025

India recovered to 43/1 in 10 overs when the players were forced off the field in Guwahati.

Wrestling Worlds: Antim stays in medal contention

Wrestling Worlds: Antim stays in medal contention

Rediff.com17 Sep 2025

Antim survives Zhang challenge to make semis; Jyoti, Radhika eliminated

'Felt like a final...' SKY relieved after narrow win

'Felt like a final...' SKY relieved after narrow win

Rediff.com27 Sep 2025

Felt like a final, Arshdeep was always my choice for Super Over: Surya