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Asia Games: Why Indian athletes are sleeping in shipping containers

Asia Games: Why Indian athletes are sleeping in shipping containers

Rediff.com5 hours ago

Indian athletes are undergoing a unique acclimatisation process at NSNIS Patiala and Bengaluru, spending nights in makeshift shipping container rooms. This initiative by the Sports Authority of India aims to prepare them for the unusual container-style accommodation awaiting them at the upcoming Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games in Japan, ensuring logistical issues do not distract from their performance.

British Masters: Indian Golfers Face Delays As Rain Disrupts Opening Day

British Masters: Indian Golfers Face Delays As Rain Disrupts Opening Day

Rediff.com7 days ago

The first day of the Husqvarna British Masters was severely disrupted by persistent rain and storms, preventing Indian golfers Shubhankar Sharma and Yuvraj Sandhu from teeing off. Northern Ireland's Tom McKibbin took an early lead before play was suspended due to weather.

Iran attacks US bases after attack on its Larak Island

Iran attacks US bases after attack on its Larak Island

Rediff.com4 days ago

The United States launched military action against two Iranian launch systems on Larak Island, prompting Iran to claim retaliation with ballistic missile launches targeting two US air bases in Jordan.

'SIR Is Legal. But Is it Fair'

'SIR Is Legal. But Is it Fair'

Rediff.com7 hours ago

'Now the institutions which have the might of law invested in them think that whatever they do is right.'

Gandhari, Dhamaal 4, Fauda Arrive On OTT

Gandhari, Dhamaal 4, Fauda Arrive On OTT

Rediff.com2 days ago

Highly anticipated Bollywood movie premieres, post-theatrical releases, gripping new OTT series and the return of popular international shows: September promises a rich and varied slate of content.

Indian Junior Hockey Squads Ready For AHF Asia Cup Challenge

Indian Junior Hockey Squads Ready For AHF Asia Cup Challenge

Rediff.com1 days ago

India's under-21 men's and women's hockey teams are set to begin their AHF Junior Asia Cup campaigns in Moqi, China. The men's team aims for a record-extending sixth title, while the women's team seeks a hat-trick of trophies, both having undergone extensive preparations and exposure tours.

Former India Coach Soumyadeep Roy Back For Asian Games After Tokyo Controversy

Former India Coach Soumyadeep Roy Back For Asian Games After Tokyo Controversy

Rediff.com1 days ago

Former India international and coach Soumyadeep Roy is set to join the national table tennis squad for the upcoming Asian Games as a personal coach, five years after being embroiled in a match-fixing controversy at the Tokyo Olympics. Despite the past issues and the suspension of the TTFI, Roy aims to guide his players and contribute to India's medal prospects.

Women's Asia Cup: Record-Breaking Smriti Mandhana Powers India To Semis With Huge Win Over Hong Kong

Women's Asia Cup: Record-Breaking Smriti Mandhana Powers India To Semis With Huge Win Over Hong Kong

Rediff.com21 hours ago

Smriti Mandhana breaks plethora of records as India outplay Hong Kong by 137 runs on Thursday to enter Women's Asia Cup semi-final.

Chelsea bolster squad with Argentina's World Cup winner Martinez from Aston Villa

Chelsea bolster squad with Argentina's World Cup winner Martinez from Aston Villa

Rediff.com5 days ago

Chelsea have completed the signing of World Cup-winning goalkeeper Emiliano 'Dibu' Martinez from Aston Villa on a three-year deal, strengthening their squad ahead of the new season.

Pat Cummins joins calls for humane treatment of jailed Imran Khan

Pat Cummins joins calls for humane treatment of jailed Imran Khan

Rediff.com7 days ago

Australian cricket captain Pat Cummins has publicly supported the campaign by former international captains, including Sunil Gavaskar, advocating for jailed Pakistan legend Imran Khan to receive proper medical care and be treated with dignity.

AI Salaries Jump 22% In 2 Years

AI Salaries Jump 22% In 2 Years

Rediff.com1 days ago

'Companies are getting selective about what they pay a premium for.'

Gandhari Review: Taapsee's Blind Fury Lacks Logic

Gandhari Review: Taapsee's Blind Fury Lacks Logic

Rediff.com1 days ago

All of Gandhari's attempts to shroud itself in mystery are laughable, sighs Sukanya Verma.

Record-Breaking Rounds Propel Sheoran And Sharma To Joint Lead

Record-Breaking Rounds Propel Sheoran And Sharma To Joint Lead

Rediff.com3 days ago

Dhruv Sheoran and Vishesh Sharma have taken the joint lead at the Telangana Golconda Masters, both carding course-record scores of 10-under 60. The duo holds a one-shot advantage after the first round of the Rs 1 crore tournament. Amardeep Malik is in solo third, one stroke behind.

Prashant Singh To Lead SAI Gandhinagar Operations

Prashant Singh To Lead SAI Gandhinagar Operations

Rediff.com3 days ago

The Sports Authority of India (SAI) has appointed Prashant Singh, a former Khelo India Scheme official with over a decade of experience, as the Regional Director for its Gandhinagar centre. He will also oversee operations across Gujarat and Rajasthan, with a focus on developing Para Sports.

Lakshya Sen Out Of China Masters, Srikanth Moves To Second Round

Lakshya Sen Out Of China Masters, Srikanth Moves To Second Round

Rediff.com2 days ago

Lakshya Sen faced an early exit from the China Masters after a straight-games defeat to Canada's Victor Lai, marking his third loss to the Canadian. Meanwhile, Kidambi Srikanth secured his spot in the second round by defeating Chi Yu Jen of Chinese Taipei. India's mixed doubles pair Dhruv Kapila and Tanisha Crasto also advanced.

NC, BJP take out protests against each other in Srinagar

NC, BJP take out protests against each other in Srinagar

Rediff.com2 days ago

The National Conference and BJP held significant protests in Jammu and Kashmir, accusing each other of failing to deliver on promises. The NC demanded the restoration of statehood, while the BJP criticised the NC government's performance on issues like jobs and corruption, marking the first major political unrest since Article 370's abrogation.

Pakistan opener Imam-ul-Haq doubtful for rest of 2nd Test

Pakistan opener Imam-ul-Haq doubtful for rest of 2nd Test

Rediff.com7 days ago

Pakistan opener Imam-ul-Haq has sustained a low-grade calf strain during the second Test against England, making his continued participation in the match uncertain. He is currently receiving treatment from the Pakistan medical team.

Govt defends new GDP estimates, says revisions reflect data upgrades, not higher growth by design

Govt defends new GDP estimates, says revisions reflect data upgrades, not higher growth by design

Rediff.com2 days ago

India's statistics ministry has defended its newly released economic growth estimates, stating that revisions to last year's GDP and the divergence between different price measures reflect updated data and estimation techniques rather than an attempt to artificially boost headline growth.

Longer life for clean-fuel vehicles may improve ownership costs

Longer life for clean-fuel vehicles may improve ownership costs

Rediff.com9 hours ago

The Indian government's proposal to extend the operating life of certain battery-electric, CNG, and hydrogen vehicles under national permits by five years could significantly improve their total cost of ownership (TCO) and residual values, according to industry experts.

'20 Million Cubic Litres Of Water Was Coming At 160 Km Per Hour!'

'20 Million Cubic Litres Of Water Was Coming At 160 Km Per Hour!'

Rediff.com12 hours ago

'The valley is around 16 km from the Nepal border, and it took just 8-10 minutes for the ice and rocks to reach the Nepal border. You can imagine how fast it must have travelled!'

Prosenjit Chatterjee: The Uttam Kumar I Knew

Prosenjit Chatterjee: The Uttam Kumar I Knew

Rediff.com1 days ago

On Uttam Kumar's birth centenary, actor Prosenjit Chatterjee shares intimate memories of the Bengali matinee idol, recounting how 'Uttam-jethu' not only launched his career but also profoundly influenced his father, Biswajit Chatterjee, and remained a guiding force for their family.

Hockey World Cup: India women rout Germany, clinch historic fifth spot

Hockey World Cup: India women rout Germany, clinch historic fifth spot

Rediff.com7 days ago

The Indian women's hockey team secured a commendable fifth-place finish at the FIH World Cup by defeating Germany 3-1 in a classification match, with Navneet Kaur scoring two goals.

India bloomed, doomsayers doomed: Modi on GDP growth

India bloomed, doomsayers doomed: Modi on GDP growth

Rediff.com4 days ago

Prime Minister Narendra Modi celebrated India's 7.8 per cent GDP growth in the April-June quarter, attributing it to the collective strength of the people despite global uncertainties. He criticised "doomsayers" as the economy showed resilience, exceeding expectations even amidst international conflicts and supply chain issues.

Global Equities Face Correction Risk as Treasury Yields Climb

Global Equities Face Correction Risk as Treasury Yields Climb

Rediff.com1 days ago

Higher US Treasury yields, particularly the 10-year yield approaching 5 per cent, pose a significant near-term risk to global equity markets, including India, potentially triggering a 'big correction' according to market strategists.

Speeding Thar rams bike in Delhi, kills 2 on the spot

Speeding Thar rams bike in Delhi, kills 2 on the spot

Rediff.com1 days ago

A tragic road accident in Delhi Cantonment involving a speeding Thar SUV and a motorcycle has resulted in the deaths of two individuals.

JK Tyre Invests In Future Of Indian Motorsport With Atiqa Mir Sponsorship

JK Tyre Invests In Future Of Indian Motorsport With Atiqa Mir Sponsorship

Rediff.com27 Aug 2026

JK Tyre has signed 11-year-old racing sensation Atiqa Mir, reinforcing its commitment to nurturing young talent in Indian motorsport. Atiqa, who has already achieved significant international success, joins an elite list of drivers supported by the company, including F1 legends Narain Karthikeyan and Karun Chandhok. Her journey also highlights the increasing presence of women in motorsport.

Sitharaman credits reforms, 'agile economic management' for 7.8% growth

Sitharaman credits reforms, 'agile economic management' for 7.8% growth

Rediff.com4 days ago

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman announced that India's real GDP grew by 7.8 per cent in the April-June quarter, surpassing the RBI's forecast. She attributed this strong performance to government reforms and agile economic management, reaffirming the government's commitment to expanding economic opportunities.

Overall a good game but can't take any team lightly: Harmanpreet Kaur

Overall a good game but can't take any team lightly: Harmanpreet Kaur

Rediff.com4 days ago

India's women's cricket team secured a commanding 94-run victory over Thailand in their Women's T20 Asia Cup opener. Despite a batting collapse after a strong start by Shafali Verma, India posted 159-9, then bowled out Thailand for just 65, with Deepti Sharma delivering a record-breaking spell. Captain Harmanpreet Kaur acknowledged the win but cautioned against complacency.

Serena dream still unfulfilled for Thea Frodin after US Open debut

Serena dream still unfulfilled for Thea Frodin after US Open debut

Rediff.com2 days ago

Thea Frodin made her US Open debut on Tuesday but one dream remains unfulfilled for the 17-year-old, who is still waiting to meet Serena Williams five years after appearing as the American's tennis double in the film King Richard.

Chahar, Sai Kishore, Chahal deliver strong performances in County cricket

Chahar, Sai Kishore, Chahal deliver strong performances in County cricket

Rediff.com6 days ago

Indian leg-spinner Rahul Chahar took 6 for 80 for Surrey against Essex in the English County Championship. Other Indian spinners, R Sai Kishore and Yuzvendra Chahal, also made significant contributions for their respective teams in different matches.

'Footballing beauty': Inter Miami coach hails Lionel Messi

'Footballing beauty': Inter Miami coach hails Lionel Messi

Rediff.com5 days ago

Lionel Messi scored four goals and provided an assist, leading Inter Miami to a dominant 7-1 victory over CF Montreal, snapping their five-game winless streak and topping the MLS scoring charts.

'China's Biggest Threat Is Not America, But The Dalai Lama'

'China's Biggest Threat Is Not America, But The Dalai Lama'

Rediff.com1 days ago

'I know China will implode. It is scientifically impossible for China to control a nation through the barrel of a gun.'

Russia responds to India's S-400 tender for 5 more squadrons

Russia responds to India's S-400 tender for 5 more squadrons

Rediff.com4 days ago

In a significant development, the Russian side has submitted a detailed proposal to the Defence Ministry in response to the Indian tender for acquiring five more squadrons of the S-400 Sudarshan long-range air defence systems for the Indian Air Force.

How JK Tyre Is Fueling The Next Generation Of Indian Motorsport Talent

How JK Tyre Is Fueling The Next Generation Of Indian Motorsport Talent

Rediff.com27 Aug 2026

JK Tyre has signed 11-year-old racing sensation Atiqa Mir, reaffirming its commitment to nurturing young talent in Indian motorsport. Mir, who has already achieved significant success on the international karting circuit, including podium finishes and victories in Europe, is the first Indian supported by the F1 Academy and the highest-ranked female in her category. This sponsorship highlights her potential as an emerging talent and JK Tyre's legacy in supporting top Indian drivers.

AI Skills Drive IT Hiring Surge

AI Skills Drive IT Hiring Surge

Rediff.com2 days ago

Roles that mention AI in software development have grown 138 per cent between Q2 2024 and Q2 2026.

Kolkata Fans Snap Up India-Brazil Friendly Tickets

Kolkata Fans Snap Up India-Brazil Friendly Tickets

Rediff.com2 days ago

Kolkata's passionate football fans have shown immense enthusiasm for the upcoming India-Brazil friendly, with lower-priced tickets selling out within an hour of going online. India is set to play five-time world champions Brazil on October 3, followed by a match against two-time world champions Uruguay, providing a significant test for the Indian squad ahead of crucial Asian Cup qualifiers.

Tsitsipas 'Expected' Kyrgios Drug Ban, Knew 'Before Announcement'

Tsitsipas 'Expected' Kyrgios Drug Ban, Knew 'Before Announcement'

Rediff.com3 days ago

Stefanos Tsitsipas revealed he was not surprised by Nick Kyrgios's recent drug suspension, stating he 'pretty much expected' it and knew about the positive cocaine test before the official announcement.

Why ISRO May Retire GSLV-Mk II

Why ISRO May Retire GSLV-Mk II

Rediff.com9 hours ago

'It is not economical to operate GSLV-Mk II due to its cost and complexity. Future launches to be managed with LVM3.'

Young Tigresses Draw Second Friendly Against Uzbekistan

Young Tigresses Draw Second Friendly Against Uzbekistan

Rediff.com4 days ago

The Indian Under-17 Women's football team played two goalless draws against Uzbekistan in friendly matches held in Tashkent. These matches served as preparation for the upcoming AFC U17 Women's Asian Cup China 2027 Qualifiers.

Assam: Protests Erupt Over NH-27 Accident Deaths

Assam: Protests Erupt Over NH-27 Accident Deaths

Rediff.com1 days ago

'This accident was waiting to happen. It could have been averted if the authorities had acted in time.'