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'Virat Kohli will forever be the icon and hero of RCB'

'Virat Kohli will forever be the icon and hero of RCB'

Rediff.com2 Mar 2026

RCB director Mo Bobat calls Virat Kohli's 18-year IPL record "ridiculous", says building a championship-winning team around him was a priority, and backs Rajat Patidar's leadership as the franchise eyes back-to-back titles.

7 Iconic Kolkata Backdrops In Cinema

7 Iconic Kolkata Backdrops In Cinema

Rediff.com24 Feb 2026

The heroes or heroines of these film might have been Om Puri, Jennifer Kendal, Ashok Kumar. But unquestionably the real star was Calcutta. Supriya Newar on the 7 props or backdrops repeatedly used in Indian cinema that are distinctly and uniquely Kolkata.

Rohit, Dhoni Create Iconic Moment Before T20 WC Final

Rohit, Dhoni Create Iconic Moment Before T20 WC Final

Rediff.com5 days ago

India's World Cup-winning captains Rohit Sharma and MS Dhoni, alongside International Cricket Council chairman Jay Shah, walked out at the Narendra Modi Stadium, in Ahmedabad, with the T20 World Cup trophy on Sunday.

MMA icon Ronda Rousey makes epic comeback

MMA icon Ronda Rousey makes epic comeback

Rediff.com17 Feb 2026

Former UFC champion Ronda Rousey will return to MMA after a decade-long hiatus to fight Gina Carano in a highly anticipated match streamed on Netflix.

Osaka Goes Viral With Iconic Australian Open Entrance

Osaka Goes Viral With Iconic Australian Open Entrance

Rediff.com20 Jan 2026

Osaka made her way into Rod Laver Arena carrying a parasol, wearing a wide-brimmed hat with a veil, and Nike's Copa-Light Liquid Lime-White dress with soft, jellyfish-inspired ruffles.

8 Iconic Bakeries Of Mumbai

8 Iconic Bakeries Of Mumbai

Rediff.com6 Feb 2026

Have a peek at Bombay's oldest bakeries, that give off a tantalising fragrance of coal, yeast and baking paav long before you reach them.

Hardik Shows Off Famous Celebration After T20 World Cup Win

Hardik Shows Off Famous Celebration After T20 World Cup Win

Rediff.com5 days ago

Hardik Pandya celebrated India's victory over New Zealand with his signature pose, joined by teammates and acknowledged by the ICC.

T20 World Cup Closing Ceremony: Ricky Martin rocks stadium, TV viewers slam audio

T20 World Cup Closing Ceremony: Ricky Martin rocks stadium, TV viewers slam audio

Rediff.com5 days ago

The closing ceremony of the ICC T20 World Cup 2026 in Ahmedabad featured stars like Ricky Martin, but viewers at home complained about poor audio quality during the broadcast.

Unstoppable Duplantis shatters pole vault record for 15th time

Unstoppable Duplantis shatters pole vault record for 15th time

Rediff.com1 days ago

Mondo Duplantis of Sweden set a new pole vault world record of 6.31 metres at the Mondo Classic indoor meeting in Uppsala, surpassing his previous record by one centimetre.

How Sanju Samson's Roots Fuelled His T20 World Cup Success

How Sanju Samson's Roots Fuelled His T20 World Cup Success

Rediff.com4 days ago

An article about Sanju Samson's journey to success in the T20 World Cup, highlighting the influence of his father's advice and his commitment to his roots.

Rakul Singh Is In A Disney Princess Mood

Rakul Singh Is In A Disney Princess Mood

Rediff.com19 Feb 2026

The highlights of the Iconic Gold Awards 2026.

MS Dhoni Returns! CSK Fans Thrilled

MS Dhoni Returns! CSK Fans Thrilled

Rediff.com1 Mar 2026

MS Dhoni arrived in Chennai to begin Chennai Super Kings' pre-season camp ahead of IPL 2026, sparking excitement among fans.

Kolkata Trams Turn 153

Kolkata Trams Turn 153

Rediff.com24 Feb 2026

Marking the 153rd anniversary of Kolkata's historic tram network, the Calcutta Tram Users Association brought back the World War II era Geetanjali tram for a special commemorative run.

BCCI to honour Roger Binny, Rahul Dravid, Mithali Raj with Lifetime Achievement Awards

BCCI to honour Roger Binny, Rahul Dravid, Mithali Raj with Lifetime Achievement Awards

Rediff.com24 minutes ago

Batting great Rahul Dravid, 1983 World Cup winner Roger Binny and women's cricket legend Mithali Raj will be bestowed with the Colonel C K Nayudu Lifetime Achievement Award on Sunday.

Wankhede Stadium to Honour Ravi Shastri, Dilip Sardesai, Eknath Solkar, and Diana Edulji

Wankhede Stadium to Honour Ravi Shastri, Dilip Sardesai, Eknath Solkar, and Diana Edulji

Rediff.com27 Feb 2026

The Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai will honour cricket legends Ravi Shastri, Dilip Sardesai, Eknath Solkar, and Diana Edulji by naming a stand and gates after them.

Desi Girls, Global Stage: Sreeleela, Bhoomika...

Desi Girls, Global Stage: Sreeleela, Bhoomika...

Rediff.com4 Mar 2026

Indian women aren't just attending global fashion weeks; they're owning them and representing our country on the biggest platforms.

Sun TV vs CSK: Rajinikanth film music row reaches Madras High Court ahead of IPL

Sun TV vs CSK: Rajinikanth film music row reaches Madras High Court ahead of IPL

Rediff.com12 hours ago

Sun TV Network has sued Chennai Super Kings in the Madras High Court for allegedly using songs and dialogues from Rajinikanth films Jailer, Jailer 2 and Coolie in IPL promotional content without permission, seeking 1 crore in damages.

Kulfi To Kakigri: 8 Iconic Ice Creams

Kulfi To Kakigri: 8 Iconic Ice Creams

Rediff.com14 Jan 2026

A look at how ice cream is eaten in different places all over the world.

Couple Friendly, Aspirants On OTT

Couple Friendly, Aspirants On OTT

Rediff.com1 days ago

Save yourself a seat on the couch to binge watch these many OTT offerings of the week.

From 2007 Glory to 2022 Drama: Rohit Revisits India-Pak T20 WC Memories

From 2007 Glory to 2022 Drama: Rohit Revisits India-Pak T20 WC Memories

Rediff.com2 Mar 2026

Former India captain Rohit Sharma described the 2007 T20 World Cup games as his favourite T20 World Cup fixture against Pakistan.

IPL 2026: 'If He Bats For 5 Or 10 Balls, Imagine What Mahibhai Can Do'

IPL 2026: 'If He Bats For 5 Or 10 Balls, Imagine What Mahibhai Can Do'

Rediff.com2 days ago

'I don't see a point in Dhoni batting at Number 8 or 9, because he has the potential to turn games around single-handedly, something no other batter in the CSK team can do.'

Prakash Padukone, Yuvraj, Paes For Gavaskar's Charity Golf Event

Prakash Padukone, Yuvraj, Paes For Gavaskar's Charity Golf Event

Rediff.com3 Mar 2026

A star-studded charity golf event, organised by Sunil Gavaskar's CHAMPS Foundation, will feature cricket legends and other sporting icons to support former Indian athletes facing hardship.

IPL schedule suspense to end soon

IPL schedule suspense to end soon

Rediff.com3 days ago

Board of Control for Cricket in India secretary Devajit Saikia said the first 20-day schedule of the Indian Premier League 2026 season will be announced in two to three days, with the tournament set to begin on March 28.

PIX: Tendulkars Host Grand Pre-Wedding Bash for Son Arjun

PIX: Tendulkars Host Grand Pre-Wedding Bash for Son Arjun

Rediff.com4 Mar 2026

Sachin Tendulkar and Anjali hosted a grand pre-wedding ceremony in Mumbai for son Arjun Tendulkar and bride-to-be Saaniya Chandhok, with family and former India cricketers in attendance.

Sanju Samson will give CSK 'inside info' on RR, says Pathan

Sanju Samson will give CSK 'inside info' on RR, says Pathan

Rediff.com1 days ago

Irfan Pathan says Sanju Samson could give Chennai Super Kings a key advantage against Rajasthan Royals in the IPL 2026 opener thanks to his deep knowledge of the franchise.

Hero Indian Open 2026 to Feature Akshay Bhatia, Record Prize Purse

Hero Indian Open 2026 to Feature Akshay Bhatia, Record Prize Purse

Rediff.com3 days ago

The 2026 Hero Indian Open in Gurugram will feature PGA Tour star Akshay Bhatia and a record prize purse of USD 2.55 million.

Indian Duo Puligilla and Sherif Target WRC3 Podium at Safari Rally Kenya

Indian Duo Puligilla and Sherif Target WRC3 Podium at Safari Rally Kenya

Rediff.com2 days ago

Indian rally driver Naveen Puligilla and co-driver Musa Sherif are set to compete in the WRC Safari Rally Kenya, aiming for a podium finish in the WRC3 category.

Rashmika Mandanna's Best Wedding Look? VOTE!

Rashmika Mandanna's Best Wedding Look? VOTE!

Rediff.com7 days ago

Namrata Thakker picks Rashmika Mandanna's best wedding looks, and asks you, dear reader, to vote for her best look.

Simone Biles Joins Laureus as Ambassador

Simone Biles Joins Laureus as Ambassador

Rediff.com26 Feb 2026

Simone Biles, the most decorated gymnast in history, has been named a Laureus ambassador, joining other sports icons like Neeraj Chopra and Yuvraj Singh in promoting the power of sport for social change.

India Plans to Revive Formula One with Driver Development Program

India Plans to Revive Formula One with Driver Development Program

Rediff.com2 days ago

India's Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya is pushing to revive Formula One racing in the country, focusing on creating a strong pipeline of drivers and technicians. Discussions with the Federation of Motor Sports Clubs of India (FMSCI) have centered on developing a comprehensive framework to integrate motorsports with India's automotive and engineering sectors.

Iran-Israel Conflict Halts Dubai Weddings

Iran-Israel Conflict Halts Dubai Weddings

Rediff.com1 days ago

With Gulf countries emerging as popular destinations for Indian weddings and pre-wedding shoots, the March-April season had seen a flurry of bookings.

SJFI National Convention Returns to Delhi After 23 Years

SJFI National Convention Returns to Delhi After 23 Years

Rediff.com2 Mar 2026

The Sports Journalists Federation of India (SJFI) National Convention will be held in Delhi from March 13 to 16, marking its return to the city after 23 years and celebrating the Golden Jubilee of SJFI.

What Makes Sanju 'Chetta' Kerala's Darling

What Makes Sanju 'Chetta' Kerala's Darling

Rediff.com4 Mar 2026

Whenever he has played a match-winning knock, the pride in Malayalees travels faster than the fastest delivery in world cricket.

Ananya, Aneet, Ahaan Win Big

Ananya, Aneet, Ahaan Win Big

Rediff.com4 days ago

It was a big night for film and OTT stars at the News18 Showsha Reel awards 2026 in Mumbai.

Why actor Neetu Chandra was removed as Bihar election icon

Why actor Neetu Chandra was removed as Bihar election icon

Rediff.com17 Nov 2025

Chandra, a native of Patna, appeared in several Bollywood movies such as 'Oye Lucky! Lucky Oye!' and 'Garam Masala'.

Sapna Bhavnani: 'Virat Was Everything Mahi Was Not But...'

Sapna Bhavnani: 'Virat Was Everything Mahi Was Not But...'

Rediff.com7 days ago

From styling icons like M S Dhoni and Virat Kohli to launching India's first horror film festival, Sapna Bhavnani's journey stretches far beyond cricket and Bollywood -- into fearless self-expression, bold filmmaking and unapologetic reinvention.

BEWARE, India's Enemies!: Agni Varsha Exercise at Pokhran

BEWARE, India's Enemies!: Agni Varsha Exercise at Pokhran

Rediff.com25 Feb 2026

Troops of the Indian Army's Southern Command showcased their operational preparedness and integrated combat capabilities during Exercise Agni Varsha at the Pokhran Field Firing Ranges in Rajasthan.

T20 World Cup final: Hotel switch, delayed nets: India leave nothing to chance

T20 World Cup final: Hotel switch, delayed nets: India leave nothing to chance

Rediff.com7 days ago

Ahead of the T20 World Cup final, the Indian cricket team is leaving no stone unturned, from changing hotels due to perceived bad luck to considering a red soil pitch and planning a grand entertainment show featuring Ricky Martin.

Kolkata Quake Could Shake India's T20 World Cup Hopes

Kolkata Quake Could Shake India's T20 World Cup Hopes

Rediff.com27 Feb 2026

Friday's earthquake in Kolkata has added uncertainty to India's crucial T20 World Cup match against the West Indies, which is a virtual quarter-final for a spot in the semi-finals.

13 dropped catches! Can India fix fielding before T20 World Cup semis?

13 dropped catches! Can India fix fielding before T20 World Cup semis?

Rediff.com4 Mar 2026

Indian bowling coach Morne Morkel has addressed the team's fielding struggles during the ongoing T20 World Cup, highlighting the need for improvement ahead of their semi-final clash against England.