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Trump by his side, Modi raises Indian sailors' deaths at G7

Trump by his side, Modi raises Indian sailors' deaths at G7

Rediff.com17 Jun 2026

Modi's comments on underlining the importance of ensuring the safety of seafarers came against the backdrop of growing anger in India over the killing of the three Indian crew members in a US military attack on a merchant ship off the coast of Oman last week.

Ahmedabad Hosts First-Ever World Yogasana Championships

Ahmedabad Hosts First-Ever World Yogasana Championships

Rediff.com3 Jun 2026

The first-ever World Yogasana Championships 2026 are set to begin in Ahmedabad, featuring over 400 athletes from more than 60 countries.

How grit and patience got PSG the Champions League crown

How grit and patience got PSG the Champions League crown

Rediff.com31 May 2026

Paris St Germain retained the Champions League title after a penalty shootout victory over Arsenal, showcasing resilience and determination.

Ahmedabad On Track To Host 2030 Commonwealth Games

Ahmedabad On Track To Host 2030 Commonwealth Games

Rediff.com23 May 2026

Ahmedabad is preparing to host the 2030 Commonwealth Games, with key sports complexes slated to be ready by 2029. The Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel Sports Enclave and the Gujarat Police Academy will be central to the Games, featuring 17 disciplines including shooting, badminton, and hockey. Celebrations are planned across 8,000 locations to mark Commonwealth Games Day.

FIFA World Cup: Iran's players granted visas to enter the US

FIFA World Cup: Iran's players granted visas to enter the US

Rediff.com6 Jun 2026

Iran's World Cup football team has finally received visas to enter the United States, just days before their first match in Los Angeles.

FIFA World Cup 2026: Football Fever Grips Cricket-Mad India!

FIFA World Cup 2026: Football Fever Grips Cricket-Mad India!

Rediff.com11 Jun 2026

The 23rd FIFA World Cup, to be staged across the Americas from June 11 to July 19, has once again ignited excitement across the globe. India, despite its national football team languishing at 139th in the FIFA rankings, has been swept up in the tournament's magic.

'Kohli was my pillar': Patidar credits Kohli after IPL 2026 glory

'Kohli was my pillar': Patidar credits Kohli after IPL 2026 glory

Rediff.com1 Jun 2026

Rajat Patidar, Royal Challengers Bengaluru's skipper, expressed his gratitude to Virat Kohli for his technical batting suggestions and unwavering support to the team's junior members after their IPL victory.

After four-year hiatus, Serena Williams marks return with Queen's Club victory

After four-year hiatus, Serena Williams marks return with Queen's Club victory

Rediff.com10 Jun 2026

Serena Williams stole the show at Queen's Club on Tuesday as the American icon made her eagerly awaited return to competitive action nearly four years after her last match.

First Test: New Zealand three down in chase of 254 vs England

First Test: New Zealand three down in chase of 254 vs England

Rediff.com6 Jun 2026

New Zealand need 254 runs to defeat England in the opening Test of the three-match series after bowling the hosts out for 226 in their second innings at Lord's on Friday.

Man City parade turns into Guardiola goodbye party

Man City parade turns into Guardiola goodbye party

Rediff.com26 May 2026

A day after Guardiola's final game in charge after a trophy-laden decade, thousands lined the streets in searing 31 degrees Celsius heat and clouds of sky-blue confetti, climbing street lights and crowding every vantage point for a glimpse of the Spaniard who had defined an era.

Ashmita Chaliha Loses To Line Hojmark Kjaersfeldt At Malaysia Masters

Ashmita Chaliha Loses To Line Hojmark Kjaersfeldt At Malaysia Masters

Rediff.com22 May 2026

India's Ashmita Chaliha lost to Denmark's Line Hojmark Kjaersfeldt in the women's singles quarterfinals of the Malaysia Masters Super 500 badminton tournament.

NY Knicks sweep Cleveland Cavaliers, reach first NBA Finals since 1999

NY Knicks sweep Cleveland Cavaliers, reach first NBA Finals since 1999

Rediff.com26 May 2026

The New York Knicks swept the Cleveland Cavaliers 4-0 to reach their first NBA Finals since 1999, powered by Jalen Brunson's brilliance and a dominant Game 4 victory.

TMC's paradox: Anti-BJP in Kolkata, pro-NDA in New Delhi

TMC's paradox: Anti-BJP in Kolkata, pro-NDA in New Delhi

Rediff.com10 Jun 2026

The TMC is grappling with an extraordinary internal paradox as its legislative faction in West Bengal pledges 'constructive opposition' against the BJP, while a significant portion of its Lok Sabha MPs surprisingly aligns with the BJP-led NDA, exposing a profound ideological schism within the party.

'Education Minister Must Resign'

'Education Minister Must Resign'

Rediff.com2 Jun 2026

'The software vendor had a black mark against him and yet they went ahead with him. Why was this company shortlisted? Who is responsible for signing off this software?'

How Football Is Transforming A Rajasthan Village

How Football Is Transforming A Rajasthan Village

Rediff.com17 May 2026

In a Rajasthan village, over 100 girls are embracing football, transforming a barren field into a vibrant playground and chasing dreams once considered unattainable.

Maa Behen Review: Madhuri Sparkles, Triptii Steals The Show

Maa Behen Review: Madhuri Sparkles, Triptii Steals The Show

Rediff.com4 Jun 2026

Madhuri's mix of silly, starry-eyed, sly and sentimental doesn't miss a single beat. A flawless Triptii Dimri steals the show in a role, finally worthy of her talent, applauds Sukanya Verma.

Maruti Suzuki's mini-car sales jump 147% in April-May as production eases

Maruti Suzuki's mini-car sales jump 147% in April-May as production eases

Rediff.com2 Jun 2026

Maruti Suzuki India reported a significant 147 per cent year-on-year increase in mini-car sales (Alto and S-Presso) during April-May 2026, reaching 32,341 units, driven by eased production constraints and a surge in demand for CNG vehicles amidst rising fuel prices.

Gill's New-Look India Set for Crucial Trial Run Against Afghanistan

Gill's New-Look India Set for Crucial Trial Run Against Afghanistan

Rediff.com5 Jun 2026

India begin their 2026 Test season against Afghanistan with several selection questions to answer, including the No. 3 spot and Ravindra Jadeja's long-term successor, as they build towards key World Test Championship assignments.

India vs Afghanistan Test, Day 2: Suthar stars on debut after India pile 564/8

India vs Afghanistan Test, Day 2: Suthar stars on debut after India pile 564/8

Rediff.com7 Jun 2026

India reduced Afghanistan to 113 for five at stumps after declaring their first innings on 564 for 8 on Day 2 of the one-off Test at Mullanpur on Sunday.

The rise of Kvaratskhelia: From little-known Georgian talent to PSG's elite weapon

The rise of Kvaratskhelia: From little-known Georgian talent to PSG's elite weapon

Rediff.com28 May 2026

As PSG prepare for another showdown, against Arsenal at the Puskas Arena in Budapest, the Georgian has become one of the symbols of Luis Enrique's exhilarating side, adding improvisation and menace to a team already overflowing with attacking talent.

Injured Firouzja Turns Hotel Room Into Chess Battleground

Injured Firouzja Turns Hotel Room Into Chess Battleground

Rediff.com19 May 2026

Alireza Firouzja, nursing an ankle injury, played his Grand Chess Tour game from his hotel room, creating a surreal scene that has captured the attention of the chess world.

PSG's faith in Luis Enrique pays off with consecutive Champions League titles

PSG's faith in Luis Enrique pays off with consecutive Champions League titles

Rediff.com31 May 2026

Luis Enrique arrived in Paris in 2023 promising a cultural shift rather than instant glamour, with the Spaniard wanting a team in which collective sacrifice outweighed individual status, where the biggest names defended, pressed and suffered together. Two Champions League titles later, his players speak about him less as a coach than as an architect and people leader.

King Kohli's Masterclass In Empty Arena

King Kohli's Masterclass In Empty Arena

Rediff.com24 Dec 2025

Virat Kohli's 58th List A hundred resembled a grand opera played inside an empty Royal Albert Hall.

How Gukesh Reignited Norway Chess Campaign

How Gukesh Reignited Norway Chess Campaign

Rediff.com31 May 2026

D Gukesh defeated R Praggnanandhaa in a classical battle at the Norway Chess tournament, while Divya Deshmukh leads the women's section after a victory over China's Zhu Jiner.

Crystal Palace down Rayo Vallecano to win Conference League title

Crystal Palace down Rayo Vallecano to win Conference League title

Rediff.com28 May 2026

Crystal Palace claimed their first European trophy as Jean-Philippe Mateta's second-half goal secured a 1-0 victory over Rayo Vallecano in the final of the Conference League

What's Rihanna Doing In India?

What's Rihanna Doing In India?

Rediff.com24 Apr 2026

Grammy-winning superstar Rihanna has made a high-profile return to Mumbai, captivating fans at the airport.

Salim Kumar's 10 Funniest Characters

Salim Kumar's 10 Funniest Characters

Rediff.com8 Jun 2026

From Manavalan to Kannan Srank, a tribute to the unforgettable Salim Kumar who made generations of Malayalis laugh with his signature humour.

Why Rishabh Pant was stripped of Lucknow Super Giants captaincy...

Why Rishabh Pant was stripped of Lucknow Super Giants captaincy...

Rediff.com29 May 2026

Rishabh Pant has been relieved of his captaincy duties with the Lucknow Super Giants after a disappointing 2026 IPL season. The decision comes after the team finished last and amidst reports of a disconnect between Pant and the team management.

PV Sindhu, Lakshya Sen advance to Singapore Open quarterfinals; Prannoy bows out

PV Sindhu, Lakshya Sen advance to Singapore Open quarterfinals; Prannoy bows out

Rediff.com28 May 2026

PV Sindhu and Lakshya Sen progressed to the quarter-finals of the Singapore Open, while HS Prannoy exited the tournament after a defeat to Loh Kean Yew.

PV Sindhu And Lakshya Sen Reach Singapore Open Quarter-Finals

PV Sindhu And Lakshya Sen Reach Singapore Open Quarter-Finals

Rediff.com28 May 2026

PV Sindhu and Lakshya Sen progressed to the quarter-finals of the Singapore Open, while HS Prannoy exited the tournament after a defeat to Loh Kean Yew.

Hindi Cinema Is Incomplete Without The Muslim

Hindi Cinema Is Incomplete Without The Muslim

Rediff.com6 Jun 2026

As time went by, different facets of the Hindi cinema started showing the complicated identity of Muslim -- sometimes tendentious and at other times perverse and unreliable.

Gurindervir, Animesh Break 100m Record At Athletics Meet

Gurindervir, Animesh Break 100m Record At Athletics Meet

Rediff.com22 May 2026

The National Senior Athletics Federation Competition witnessed a national record being broken twice in the men's 100m race, along with other impressive performances in long jump and 10,000m races.

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi: Universal Baby Boss: An Unfolding Fairy Tale

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi: Universal Baby Boss: An Unfolding Fairy Tale

Rediff.com4 Jun 2026

What lies behind Vaibhav's amazing journey over the last couple of years is something beyond mere analysis. By any stretch of imagination, some of the shots he has played seem to remain in the realm of impossibility. Doubtless reams will be written about this and we will still not have a clue, because he would have moved on to newer peaks, notes Shreekant Sambrani.

China's Real Choke Point Starts at Hormuz, Not Malacca: Report

China's Real Choke Point Starts at Hormuz, Not Malacca: Report

Rediff.com29 May 2026

A new report suggests China's maritime vulnerability lies in the Strait of Hormuz, not Malacca, creating strategic competition in the Indian Ocean.

Usyk avoids shock defeat with 11th round stoppage of Verhoeven

Usyk avoids shock defeat with 11th round stoppage of Verhoeven

Rediff.com24 May 2026

Oleksandr Usyk retained his WBC heavyweight title after stopping Rico Verhoeven in the penultimate round of their fight in Egypt. The fight was closer than expected, with Verhoeven putting up a strong challenge.

CM Vijay resigns from Tiruchurapalli East seat, retains Perambur

CM Vijay resigns from Tiruchurapalli East seat, retains Perambur

Rediff.com10 May 2026

Before assuming office as the Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu, Vijay submitted his resignation letter from the post of member of the legislative assembly representing the Tiruchirappalli East constituency.

National Record Broken Twice At Athletics Federation Competition

National Record Broken Twice At Athletics Federation Competition

Rediff.com22 May 2026

The national record in the men's 100m race was broken twice within minutes at the National Senior Athletics Federation Competition. Ancy Sojan won the women's long jump with a meet record, and Seema achieved the Commonwealth Games qualification mark in the women's discus throw.

End of an era: Pep Guardiola to leave Manchester City after decade-long reign

End of an era: Pep Guardiola to leave Manchester City after decade-long reign

Rediff.com22 May 2026

'Don't ask me the reasons I'm leaving. There is no reason, but deep inside, I know it's my time.'

IPL 2026: Vaibhav Sooryavanshi Dragged Into Child Labour Row

IPL 2026: Vaibhav Sooryavanshi Dragged Into Child Labour Row

Rediff.com13 May 2026

A Karnataka-based activist's threat to file a 'child labour' complaint against the Rajasthan Royals for fielding 15-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi in the IPL has ignited a debate on nurturing young talent versus perceived exploitation, drawing widespread disbelief and criticism.

Jaishankar's big gift wows Jamaica cricket fans

Jaishankar's big gift wows Jamaica cricket fans

Rediff.com4 May 2026

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.