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PIX: Norris ends Verstappen's reign with maiden F1 Championship

PIX: Norris ends Verstappen's reign with maiden F1 Championship

Rediff.com   10 hours ago

McLaren, who secured the constructors' championship in October for the second year in a row, won both titles in the same season for the first time since 1998.

IndiGo refunds Rs 610 cr, returns 3,000 bags: Govt

IndiGo refunds Rs 610 cr, returns 3,000 bags: Govt

Rediff.com   10 hours ago

IndiGo has processed refunds totalling Rs 610 crore and delivered 3,000 pieces of baggage to passengers after recent flight disruptions, according to the government.

Survivor claims fireworks inside Goa nightclub caused fire

Survivor claims fireworks inside Goa nightclub caused fire

Rediff.com   11 hours ago

A survivor recounts the chaotic scene at a Goa nightclub fire that resulted in 25 deaths, citing fireworks and a stampede as contributing factors.

Goa nightclub fire: Owners, organisers booked; sarpanch held

Goa nightclub fire: Owners, organisers booked; sarpanch held

Rediff.com   11 hours ago

Police registered a first information report (FIR) against two owners of Birch by Romeo Lane nightclub in Goa, its manager, and event organisers after a devastating fire claimed 25 lives and detained the sarpanch of Arpora-Nagoa panchayat, a senior official said on Sunday.

Smith laughs off fiery exchange with Archer

Smith laughs off fiery exchange with Archer

Rediff.com   12 hours ago

'He's a good competitor, he comes hard at you so it was good fun.'

We trained too much, McCullum says after England defeat

We trained too much, McCullum says after England defeat

Rediff.com   12 hours ago

England Head Coach Brendon McCullum revealed his team may have been victims of their own thoroughness, conducting "five to 10 training sessions" in the extended break between Tests after losing the opener in Perth inside two days.

Saraswat claims Super 100 crown; Tanvi falls short

Saraswat claims Super 100 crown; Tanvi falls short

Rediff.com   12 hours ago

Rajasthan's Sanskar Saraswat clinched his maiden Super 100 title after eking out a three-game victory over fellow Indian Mithun Manjunath in the men's singles final of the Guwahati Masters in Guwahati on Sunday.

'We didn't execute at all': Stokes slams England

'We didn't execute at all': Stokes slams England

Rediff.com   12 hours ago

England trail 2-0 in the five-Test series after being outplayed with bat, ball and in the field during the eight-wicket loss in the day-night match in Brisbane.

Kirsten roped in by Namibia ahead of 2026 T20 World Cup

Kirsten roped in by Namibia ahead of 2026 T20 World Cup

Rediff.com   12 hours ago

Namibia have qualified for the last three ICC T20 World Cups (2021, 2022 and 2024). They are one of the three hosts of the 2026 T20 World Cup, alongside South Africa and Zimbabwe.

Smith-Archer showdown lights up Brisbane win

Smith-Archer showdown lights up Brisbane win

Rediff.com   13 hours ago

'Bowl fast when there's nothing going on, champion,' Smith snapped after Archer let him know he wasn't easing up despite the situation.

Teen's death on basketball court: 'Unknown persons' booked

Teen's death on basketball court: 'Unknown persons' booked

Rediff.com   13 hours ago

Haryana Police have registered a first information report (FIR) against unknown persons based on a complaint lodged by the family of a teenage basketball player, who died after the iron pole of a basketball hoop fell on him during practice in Rohtak district last month, an official said on Sunday.

Comeback man Neser revels in Gabba heroics on home return

Comeback man Neser revels in Gabba heroics on home return

Rediff.com   14 hours ago

'It's a moment I'll never forget, having my family there.'

Smriti Mandhana Finally Breaks Silence on Her Wedding Rumours

Smriti Mandhana Finally Breaks Silence on Her Wedding Rumours

Rediff.com   14 hours ago

Indian cricket star Smriti Mandhana has put an end to weeks of speculation, confirming that her wedding to music composer and filmmaker Palash Mucchal will no longer take place.

Modi to open 10-hour debate on Vande Mataram in LS

Modi to open 10-hour debate on Vande Mataram in LS

Rediff.com   14 hours ago

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will initiate the debate on the 150th anniversary of Vande Mataram in Lok Sabha on Monday, which is expected to bring to light several important and previously unknown facets about the national song.

Deadly nightclub fires: When revelry turned into disaster

Deadly nightclub fires: When revelry turned into disaster

Rediff.com   14 hours ago

A look at some of the deadliest nightclub fires that have occurred around the world in the past decade, highlighting the causes and consequences of these tragic events.

PIX: Kohli offers prayers at Simhachalam temple

PIX: Kohli offers prayers at Simhachalam temple

Rediff.com   14 hours ago

Later, priests honoured the visitors with the temple's Shesha Vasthram (sacred cloth) and presented them with the deity's portrait and prasadam on behalf of the Devasthanam.

MeToo in Mollywood: Verdict expected after 8 years

MeToo in Mollywood: Verdict expected after 8 years

Rediff.com   14 hours ago

A Kerala court is expected to deliver a verdict in the 2017 actress assault case involving Malayalam actor Dileep, a case marked by twists, delays, and a battle over narrative.

FPIs withdraw Rs 11,820 cr in first week of Dec

FPIs withdraw Rs 11,820 cr in first week of Dec

Rediff.com   14 hours ago

Foreign investors have pulled out Rs 11,820 crore ($1.3 billion) from Indian equities in the first week of this month, primarily driven by the sharp depreciation of the rupee. This sharp withdrawal follows a net outflow of Rs 3,765 crore in November, further pressuring markets.

Pink-Ball Test: Aus Crush England by 8 Wkts to Take 2-0 Lead

Pink-Ball Test: Aus Crush England by 8 Wkts to Take 2-0 Lead

Rediff.com   14 hours ago

Australia stormed to an eight-wicket victory in the second Ashes Test on Sunday to take a 2-0 series lead as England succumbed on day four to a pace blitz from unlikely hero Michael Neser.

US Fed decision, FIIs trading activity to drive markets this week

US Fed decision, FIIs trading activity to drive markets this week

Rediff.com   15 hours ago

The US Fed's interest rate decision will be the major factor dictating trends in the domestic equity market this week, with global movements and foreign investor activity also influencing sentiment, according to analysts. Stock markets ended the last week on a subdued note, with benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty closing flat.