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Ranji: Rinku helps UP bag three points after fighting ton

Ranji: Rinku helps UP bag three points after fighting ton

Rediff.com19 Nov 2025

Rinku smashed 17 fours and six sixes during his stay in the middle. He was batting on 98 at stumps on the third evening and faced a total of 247 balls across two days.

Kolkata marks hockey centenary with India's largest stadium

Kolkata marks hockey centenary with India's largest stadium

Rediff.com7 Nov 2025

Beighton Cup to throw open '22,000-seat' hockey stadium in Salt Lake.

India's festive hiring rises 17%; gig, temp roles see 25% surge this year

India's festive hiring rises 17%; gig, temp roles see 25% surge this year

Rediff.com11 Nov 2025

Overall hiring volumes grew by 17 per cent year-on-year across key consumption-linked sectors during the August-October period, driven by heightened consumer sentiment, attractive festive promotions, and wider geographic penetration, according to a report.

India rolls out next-gen e-passports to stop forgery, impersonation

India rolls out next-gen e-passports to stop forgery, impersonation

Rediff.com18 Nov 2025

The Indian government has introduced a next-generation e-passport with enhanced security features, including an embedded RFID chip, to combat forgery and impersonation. The rollout follows successful pilot testing and implementation across India and abroad.

Gurbux hopes India end 50-year wait for hockey World Cup win

Gurbux hopes India end 50-year wait for hockey World Cup win

Rediff.com7 Nov 2025

'But looking at our current performance, I'm confident that a medal in the World Cup is not far off.'

Ranji Trophy: Shreyas Gopal spins K'taka to big win

Ranji Trophy: Shreyas Gopal spins K'taka to big win

Rediff.com18 Nov 2025

Karnataka, Maharashtra register innings wins to go 1-2 in Group B of Ranji Tropphy.

Hyderabad FC get new identity, shift base to Delhi

Hyderabad FC get new identity, shift base to Delhi

Rediff.com18 Oct 2025

The national capital will have a new top-flight club of the country as Sporting Club Delhi was launched on Saturday after the rebranding of Indian Super League side Hyderabad FC.

Ranji Roundup: J&K seize control as Hyderabad collapse

Ranji Roundup: J&K seize control as Hyderabad collapse

Rediff.com16 Nov 2025

As many as 16 wickets fell on the opening day as visitors Hyderabad were left reeling at 88/6 after bundling out Jammu and Kashmir for 170 on the opening day of their Ranji Trophy Elite Group D match in Jammu on Sunday.

Ranji Trophy: Batters and Shardul put Mumbai on top

Ranji Trophy: Batters and Shardul put Mumbai on top

Rediff.com17 Nov 2025

A round-up of Ranji Trophy matches played on Monday.

'How Did She Come Out At 12.30 At Night?': Mamata's Shocker

'How Did She Come Out At 12.30 At Night?': Mamata's Shocker

Rediff.com13 Oct 2025

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee's advice to female boarders on Sunday about not venturing out late at night, in the aftermath of the alleged gangrape of a medical student in Durgapur, drew criticism from the Opposition, which asserted that her remarks were emblematic of the state's law and order situation.

Rs 2000 notes worth Rs 5,884 cr still in circulation: RBI

Rs 2000 notes worth Rs 5,884 cr still in circulation: RBI

Rediff.com1 Oct 2025

The high-value Rs 2000 notes worth Rs 5,884 crore are still in circulation, according to official data released on Wednesday.

Can Super Cup lift gloom around Indian football?

Can Super Cup lift gloom around Indian football?

Rediff.com24 Oct 2025

At a time when Indian football is seeking a radical overhaul, the Super Cup, starting in Goa from Saturday, could act as a catalyst for clubs to build their teams, prepare their players, get valuable match time, and keep their hopes of continental qualifications alive.

Anil Ambani aide and Reliance Power executive arrested by ED

Anil Ambani aide and Reliance Power executive arrested by ED

Rediff.com11 Oct 2025

The case pertains to a bank guarantee of Rs 68.2 crore submitted to the Solar Energy Corporation of India Limited (SECI) on behalf of Reliance NU BESS Limited, a subsidiary of Reliance Power, a listed company, which was found to be "fake".

Flight ops at Raipur airport hit as lightning damages navigation system

Flight ops at Raipur airport hit as lightning damages navigation system

Rediff.com11 Sep 2025

As many as five IndiGo flights were diverted to various nearby airports due to the damage to the DVOR (Doppler VHF Omnidirectional Range) system, he said.

Odisha girl set on fire by 3 men airlifted to Delhi; condition critical

Odisha girl set on fire by 3 men airlifted to Delhi; condition critical

Rediff.com20 Jul 2025

A 15-year-old girl, severely burned in an attack in Odisha, has been airlifted to AIIMS Delhi for specialized treatment. The incident is under police investigation.

IOA formally approves India's 2030 CWG bid

IOA formally approves India's 2030 CWG bid

Rediff.com13 Aug 2025

The General Assembly of Commonwealth Sport will decide the host country in the last week of November in Glasgow.

Rs 2000 notes worth Rs 5,956 cr still in circulation: RBI

Rs 2000 notes worth Rs 5,956 cr still in circulation: RBI

Rediff.com1 Sep 2025

The high-value Rs 2000 notes worth Rs 5,956 crore are still in circulation, more than two years after the Reserve Bank's withdrawal of the currency notes, according to official data released on Monday. The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) had announced the withdrawal of Rs 2000 denomination banknotes from circulation on May 19, 2023.

Odisha student battles for life after self-immolation, CM visits hospital

Odisha student battles for life after self-immolation, CM visits hospital

Rediff.com13 Jul 2025

A 20-year-old college student in Odisha is in critical condition after setting herself on fire to protest alleged sexual harassment. Doctors have started dialysis, and the Chief Minister has visited the hospital.

BJD's protest over Odisha student's death turns violent

BJD's protest over Odisha student's death turns violent

Rediff.com16 Jul 2025

Several Biju Janata Dal workers and leaders, including two former ministers, were injured in a scuffle with police personnel in Bhubaneswar on Wednesday during a party's protest over the death of a college student, who set herself on fire in Odisha's Balasore district.

Two goods trains derail in Jharkhand; several express trains cancelled

Two goods trains derail in Jharkhand; several express trains cancelled

Rediff.com9 Aug 2025

Two goods trains derailed in Jharkhand's Seraikela-Kharswan district, leading to the cancellation and diversion of several express and passenger trains.

Odisha student's death: CCTV footage shows a woman seen buying petrol

Odisha student's death: CCTV footage shows a woman seen buying petrol

Rediff.com20 Jul 2025

Odisha Police are investigating the purchase of petrol by a woman matching the description of a student who died by self-immolation after alleging sexual harassment. CCTV footage is being analyzed, and filling stations have stopped selling petrol in bottles. A UGC fact-finding team is also investigating the incident.

BJD, BRS to abstain from vice president's poll, decision helps BJP

BJD, BRS to abstain from vice president's poll, decision helps BJP

Rediff.com8 Sep 2025

Odisha's and Telangana's principal opposition parties, the Biju Janata Dal and the Bharatiya Rashtra Samithi, on Monday announced that their MPs will abstain from voting in the vice presidential elections.

Twin India-Pak matches at 2025-26 FIH Pro League

Twin India-Pak matches at 2025-26 FIH Pro League

Rediff.com29 Aug 2025

Pakistan will join Argentina, Australia, Belgium, England, Germany, India, Netherlands, and Spain in the upcoming men's season of the FIH Hockey Pro League -- the seventh edition of the competition.

Odisha student who immolated self over sexual abuse dies

Odisha student who immolated self over sexual abuse dies

Rediff.com15 Jul 2025

An Odisha college student who set herself ablaze following alleged sexual harassment by a professor has died at AIIMS Bhubaneswar. The incident has sparked outrage, with the Chief Minister promising strict action against the culprits.

Mumbai, Kohima safest for women; Delhi, Kolkata at bottom: NARI report

Mumbai, Kohima safest for women; Delhi, Kolkata at bottom: NARI report

Rediff.com28 Aug 2025

The National Annual Report & Index on Women's Safety (NARI) 2025 reveals the safest and least safe cities for women in India, highlighting factors influencing safety perceptions and experiences.

Prez Murmu visits Odisha harassment victim at AIIMS; principal held

Prez Murmu visits Odisha harassment victim at AIIMS; principal held

Rediff.com15 Jul 2025

The principal of a college in Odisha was arrested after a student set herself ablaze following alleged sexual harassment. The incident has sparked protests and political tensions in the state.

Odisha Cong student leader arrested for raping 19-year-old woman

Odisha Cong student leader arrested for raping 19-year-old woman

Rediff.com22 Jul 2025

The incident occurred on March 18 but came to light on Sunday after the student lodged a complaint at the Mancheswar Police Station, alleging that accused Udit Pradhan mixed an intoxicating substance in her drinks and raped her in the hotel, a senior officer said.

8 teams, 3 venues: HIL next edition starts in January

8 teams, 3 venues: HIL next edition starts in January

Rediff.com31 Aug 2025

Hockey India League's (HIL) next edition will be held at three venues instead of two in January 2026, Federation president Dilip Tirkey said on Sunday.

Kolkata, Bhubaneswar, Jharsuguda airports get bomb threat; security enhanced

Kolkata, Bhubaneswar, Jharsuguda airports get bomb threat; security enhanced

Rediff.com25 Oct 2024

A threat about the presence of bombs on an Akasa Air flight at Biju Patnaik International Airport in Bhubaneswar was received on social media, but it later turned out to be a hoax, an official of the airport said on Thursday.

Odisha girl succumbs to burn injuries, 4th such death in month

Odisha girl succumbs to burn injuries, 4th such death in month

Rediff.com11 Aug 2025

The minor was rescued by villagers from a football ground in a half-burnt condition and rushed to Bargarh district headquarters hospital, where her condition is stated to be critical, police said.

Odisha student death: CM announces ex gratia, Oppn calls bandh

Odisha student death: CM announces ex gratia, Oppn calls bandh

Rediff.com15 Jul 2025

Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi on Tuesday announced ex gratia of Rs 20 lakh for the family of the college student who died by setting herself on fire over alleged inaction on her sexual harassment complaint.

Flipkart, Amazon Stack Up Space For Festival Rush

Flipkart, Amazon Stack Up Space For Festival Rush

Rediff.com9 Sep 2025

Festive sales are expected to surge 27 per cent to cross Rs 120,000 crore in 2025, driving Amazon and Flipkart to expand warehousing capacity by millions of cubic feet and extend delivery networks to thousands of new pin codes -- an infrastructure buildout that could reshape India's retail landscape for years.

Break legs of Cong workers, get rewards: Odisha ACP sparks row

Break legs of Cong workers, get rewards: Odisha ACP sparks row

Rediff.com1 Jul 2025

The controversy erupted after a purported video, in which Bhubaneswar Additional Police Commissioner Narasingha Bhol was seen instructing police personnel to "break their legs and take reward from me" during a Congress workers' protest, went viral.

BFSI sector to add 2.5 lakh jobs by 2030

BFSI sector to add 2.5 lakh jobs by 2030

Rediff.com21 Aug 2025

India's BFSI sector is set for robust growth, with hiring projected to rise 8.7 per cent in 2025-26 and touch 10 per cent by 2030, creating nearly 2.5 lakh permanent jobs, a report said on Thursday. This growth in the Banking, Financial Services, and Insurance (BFSI) sector is being driven by rising demand in tier II and III cities, marking a clear shift from metro-centric recruitment.

Thousands attend Odisha student's funeral, seek action

Thousands attend Odisha student's funeral, seek action

Rediff.com15 Jul 2025

The body of a college student who set herself ablaze following alleged sexual harassment by a professor was cremated in her village in Odisha's Balasore district. Thousands attended the cremation, demanding justice for the victim.

Who will make cut for World Athletics Championships?

Who will make cut for World Athletics Championships?

Rediff.com28 Aug 2025

'We will announce the team on August 30. More confirmation has to come from World Athletics by then.'

Odisha girl set afire by 3 dies after fortnight-long battle for life

Odisha girl set afire by 3 dies after fortnight-long battle for life

Rediff.com3 Aug 2025

A 15-year-old girl in Odisha, India, has died after allegedly being set on fire by unidentified assailants. The incident has sparked outrage and prompted investigations by local authorities.

Odisha police's 30-hr op to rescue missing minor girl

Odisha police's 30-hr op to rescue missing minor girl

Rediff.com3 Jun 2025

The police have rescued an 11-year-old girl, who went missing from her home following a heated exchange of words with her mother, after conducting a 30-hour-long search operation in Bhubaneswar.

Deepika's stunner nominated for Magic Skill hockey award

Deepika's stunner nominated for Magic Skill hockey award

Rediff.com6 Jul 2025

India's women's hockey team forward Deepika has been nominated for the Poligras Magic Skill award for her incredible solo field goal against world No.1 the Netherlands during the 2024-25 FIH Hockey Pro League season.

Odisha Cong leaders detained ahead of Modi's visit

Odisha Cong leaders detained ahead of Modi's visit

Rediff.com20 Jun 2025

Odisha Police detained several Congress workers ahead of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to the state on Friday.