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Raphinha, Yamal Doubles Power Barcelona to 5-2 Victory Over Rayo Vallecano

Raphinha, Yamal Doubles Power Barcelona to 5-2 Victory Over Rayo Vallecano

Rediff.com1 Sep 2026

Barcelona secured a dominant 5-2 victory over Rayo Vallecano, with Raphinha and Lamine Yamal each scoring twice, propelling the Catalan giants to the top of the LaLiga table on goal difference.

Fermin Lopez Shines As Barcelona Thrash Valencia 5-0

Fermin Lopez Shines As Barcelona Thrash Valencia 5-0

Rediff.com7 Sep 2026

Barcelona secured a resounding 5-0 victory over hosts Valencia in their LaLiga clash, maintaining their perfect start to the new season. Fermin Lopez was instrumental with a goal and two assists, while Lamine Yamal scored twice, and Raphinha and Pedri also found the net. The win puts Barcelona at the top of the LaLiga table with 12 points from four games.

'Final chance': SC gives Rajpal Yadav 2 weeks to return Rs 2 cr

'Final chance': SC gives Rajpal Yadav 2 weeks to return Rs 2 cr

Rediff.com2 days ago

The Supreme Court has given actor Rajpal Yadav a final two-week opportunity to present a concrete proposal for repaying an outstanding amount to a private firm, directing him to deposit Rs 2 crore with the apex court registry. This comes after a series of cheque bounce cases, with the Delhi High Court previously upholding his conviction and sentencing him to three months' imprisonment. The court noted Yadav's past conduct did not inspire confidence but granted a last chance.

Bumrah back in nets, Sooryavanshi gets a first-hand lesson in pace, precision

Bumrah back in nets, Sooryavanshi gets a first-hand lesson in pace, precision

Rediff.com6 days ago

Star Indian pacer Jasprit Bumrah made a strong return to the nets at Kotla, showcasing his full range of skills and dominating young batsman Vaibhav Sooryavanshi. His presence brought a renewed energy to the team's training session, with even senior players like Shreyas Iyer struggling against his pace.

The Revolutionaries Review: Flawed Portrayal Of Independence Struggle

The Revolutionaries Review: Flawed Portrayal Of Independence Struggle

Rediff.com6 days ago

The Revolutionaries never draws you into its world nor explains the mind and motivation of its heroes or even the mood within a nation they're going through so much trouble for, observes Sukanya Verma.

India's Junior Women's Hockey Team Wins Asia Cup Title

India's Junior Women's Hockey Team Wins Asia Cup Title

Rediff.com4 days ago

The Indian junior women's hockey team secured their third consecutive AHF Junior Asia Cup title by defeating China 1-0.

How India's Junior Women's Hockey Team Secured Asia Cup Hat-Trick

How India's Junior Women's Hockey Team Secured Asia Cup Hat-Trick

Rediff.com4 days ago

India's junior women's hockey team defeated China 1-0 in the AHF Junior Asia Cup final, securing their third consecutive title and qualifying for the junior women's World Cup. Sanika Chandrakant Mane scored the decisive goal in the 17th minute.

Mexico stay perfect and bounce Czechs out of World Cup

Mexico stay perfect and bounce Czechs out of World Cup

Rediff.com25 Jun 2026

Mexico continued their perfect start to the World Cup with a 3-0 romp against the Czech Republic on Wednesday, finishing their group-stage campaign with a flourish.

Daayra Review: Potent Kareena, Prithviraj

Daayra Review: Potent Kareena, Prithviraj

Rediff.com29 minutes ago

Its unresolved, noncommittal conclusion is exactly the sort of anticlimactic reality Daayra wants to bring our attention to. Neither justice nor revenge can undo the fate met by the world's Nirbhayas or Arushis, observes Sukanya Verma.

What It Was Like To Live In The '80s?

What It Was Like To Live In The '80s?

Rediff.com2 days ago

For five Mumbaikars who were teenagers or in their 20s during the 1980s, the decade was not a sepia-toned Instagram filter. It was their everyday life, they tell Rediff's Rishika Shah. And while they remember its limitations, what they seem to miss most is something technology can't recreate -- the unhurried warmth of human connection.

Antonelli capitalises on McLaren pitstop blunder to win Spanish GP

Antonelli capitalises on McLaren pitstop blunder to win Spanish GP

Rediff.com4 days ago

Kimi Antonelli claimed his eighth victory of the season at the Madrid Grand Prix, extending his Formula One championship lead to 81 points. The Italian driver benefited from a timely Virtual Safety Car deployment and a problematic pitstop for pole-sitter Lando Norris, who had been leading comfortably. Max Verstappen finished second, with Norris recovering to secure third place after the unfortunate incident.

Western Athletes Embrace Traditional Nomad Games in Kyrgyzstan

Western Athletes Embrace Traditional Nomad Games in Kyrgyzstan

Rediff.com6 days ago

The Nomad Games, a biannual tournament of traditional nomadic sports, has drawn over 3,000 athletes from more than 100 countries to Kyrgyzstan, including many from Western nations keen to experience ancient Central Asian traditions like horseback archery and Kok Boru.

'They Fought To The Last Man, Last Bullet, Last Breath'

'They Fought To The Last Man, Last Bullet, Last Breath'

Rediff.com21 hours ago

I had found spending one night at 14,500 feet inside a cottage difficult to get by -- struggling to breathe in the cold, thin, mountain air. Here, our soldiers had fought a ferocious battle at much greater heights in bone-chilling weather, worse than I had encountered. 114 men were killed in action in a 16-hour epic battle against China in Rezang La, the farthest outpost along India's border with China.

Woo-Hoo! Uditi Singh Won't Stay In One Lane

Woo-Hoo! Uditi Singh Won't Stay In One Lane

Rediff.com8 Sep 2026

Uditi Singh has the kind of style that refuses to stay in one lane. One minute she's serving desi glamour in a sharara or sari, the next she's slipping into a boho maxi, a party-ready mini or a pair of seriously cool boots.

HISTORIC! Isro places heaviest earth observation satellite into orbit

HISTORIC! Isro places heaviest earth observation satellite into orbit

Rediff.com4 Sep 2026

ISRO has successfully launched EOS-05, India's first geo-imaging satellite, into a precise sub-geosynchronous transfer orbit using a GSLV rocket. This 2,367 kg satellite, the heaviest ever carried by a GSLV, will provide real-time imagery for applications in agriculture and disaster management from an altitude of 36,000 km.

Suhana Khan, Pratibha Ranta's Unexpected...

Suhana Khan, Pratibha Ranta's Unexpected...

Rediff.com9 Sep 2026

Some colour combinations just make sense. Black and white, blue and denim, pink and red -- we've seen them all before.

Flintoff's Four-Wicket Burst Crushes India A in T20I Series Opener

Flintoff's Four-Wicket Burst Crushes India A in T20I Series Opener

Rediff.com5 days ago

Pacer Tess Flintoff's exceptional four-wicket haul dismantled India A's batting line-up, leading Australia A to a comfortable six-wicket victory in the opening match of the women's unofficial T20I series.

Meta Faces Child Safety Probe In India

Meta Faces Child Safety Probe In India

Rediff.com9 Sep 2026

The company's India head, Arun Srinivas, has been summoned by the child rights body on Thursday.

Muzumdar hails India Women's 'perfect game' in historic Lord's Test win

Muzumdar hails India Women's 'perfect game' in historic Lord's Test win

Rediff.com14 Jul 2026

Chief coach Amol Muzumdar lauded the Indian women's cricket team for their historic 270-run Test victory over England at Lord's, attributing the success to a blend of 'patience mixed with the right amount of aggression' and highlighting centurion Yastika Bhatia's 'special knock' and pacer Kranti Gaud's 'controlled line and length'.

Coco Gauff saves two match-points to beat Mirra Andreeva and make US Open semis

Coco Gauff saves two match-points to beat Mirra Andreeva and make US Open semis

Rediff.com10 Sep 2026

Coco Gauff staged a remarkable comeback at the US Open, saving two match points to defeat Mirra Andreeva 2-6 7-6(7) 6-2 and secure her spot in the semi-finals. The 2023 champion overcame a poor start and a challenging tiebreak to win, setting up a clash with second seed Elena Rybakina.

Mexico keeper Ochoa gets perfect Azteca send-off

Mexico keeper Ochoa gets perfect Azteca send-off

Rediff.com25 Jun 2026

If Wednesday's World Cup match marked the last time Guillermo Ochoa appears in Mexico colours, the 40-year-old goalkeeper could not have wished for a better send-off.

The Lawyer Who Quit Her Job To Make Lord Ganeshas

The Lawyer Who Quit Her Job To Make Lord Ganeshas

Rediff.com3 days ago

A third generation murtikar and probably one of the first in her family, Manaswi Bagwe, a self-taught sculptor, is quietly pushing the boundaries of idol-making.

Why Is Alia Bhatt Nervous?

Why Is Alia Bhatt Nervous?

Rediff.com5 days ago

'Fourteen years ago, I made my debut as an actor. And now, 14 years later, I am introducing four new actors and a debutante director. I am way more nervous than they are right now. I have butterflies in my stomach.'

2nd T20I: Samson stars as India crush Afghanistan to seal series

2nd T20I: Samson stars as India crush Afghanistan to seal series

Rediff.com2 days ago

Sanju Samson smashed a quick 57 as India beat Afghanistan by seven wickets to take an unassailable 2-0 lead in the three-match T20I series.

Style Tips For The Vivacious Virgo

Style Tips For The Vivacious Virgo

Rediff.com24 Aug 2026

Virgos like their lives organised, their plans thought through and, naturally, their wardrobes impeccably put together.

The Real Narendra Modi You Don't Know

The Real Narendra Modi You Don't Know

Rediff.com1 days ago

'Modi played a lot of cricket -- he had his own cricket team in his school days. He was a good cricketer.'

Irfan Pathan Takes Dig At Pakistan With 'Sunday' Joke

Irfan Pathan Takes Dig At Pakistan With 'Sunday' Joke

Rediff.com6 Sep 2026

The Indian women's cricket team secured a dominant seven-wicket victory over Pakistan in the Women's Asia Cup, bowling them out for just 55 runs. This one-sided win prompted former India all-rounder Irfan Pathan to revive his viral "Sunday" joke on social media, referencing past India-Pakistan clashes.

After dream revival, Carrick faces his biggest test yet in Manchester derby

After dream revival, Carrick faces his biggest test yet in Manchester derby

Rediff.com6 days ago

Michael Carrick faces his biggest test as Manchester United's permanent manager when rising expectations, an indifferent league start and last season's revival meet Manchester City in Sunday's derby.

Mammootty@75: His Top 10 Masala Potboilers

Mammootty@75: His Top 10 Masala Potboilers

Rediff.com8 Sep 2026

We celebrate Mammootty's 75th birthday by revisiting blockbusters that shaped his superstar image without compromising his brilliance as an actor.

Upsets Mark Second Round Of Asian Junior Chess Championships

Upsets Mark Second Round Of Asian Junior Chess Championships

Rediff.com21 Aug 2026

The second round of the Asian Junior Open and Girls Classical Chess Championships in Mumbai saw significant upsets, with Guru Prakash defeating Asian Junior Rapid champion FM Vivaan Vishal Shah. Several other higher-rated players were also challenged or defeated, while top seeds maintained their winning streaks.

Shafali Verma fastest and youngest to 3000 runs in WT20Is

Shafali Verma fastest and youngest to 3000 runs in WT20Is

Rediff.com6 Sep 2026

India's Shafali Verma has become the fastest and youngest player to reach 3,000 runs in Women's T20 International cricket during a match against Pakistan in Dubai.

Nehra weighs in on Gill's leadership and Rohit-Kohli's 2027 World Cup chances

Nehra weighs in on Gill's leadership and Rohit-Kohli's 2027 World Cup chances

Rediff.com7 Sep 2026

Gujarat Titans head coach Ashish Nehra has offered insights into Shubman Gill's captaincy style, comparing him to Hardik Pandya and noting Gill's reserved yet keen approach to leadership. Nehra also discussed the uncertain future of Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli for the 2027 ODI World Cup, stating it's too early to predict. He also touched upon his own coaching ambitions and reflected on past World Cup losses.

Viraj Madappa Secures Fourth Professional Title At Chennai Open

Viraj Madappa Secures Fourth Professional Title At Chennai Open

Rediff.com6 days ago

Kolkata's Viraj Madappa overcame a three-shot deficit with a bogey-free 64 in the final round to win the Rs 1 crore Chennai Open golf tournament. This marks his fourth professional title, earning him Rs 15 lakh and significantly improving his standing on the DP World PGTI Order of Merit. Ajeetesh Sandhu finished runner-up, while Amardeep Malik and Rashid Khan also secured top positions.

Bellingham, Mbappe Shine as Real Madrid Cruise Past Malaga 4-0

Bellingham, Mbappe Shine as Real Madrid Cruise Past Malaga 4-0

Rediff.com31 Aug 2026

Real Madrid continued their flawless start to the LaLiga season with a commanding 4-0 victory over promoted Malaga on Sunday.

Saif Ali Khan's Iconic Partners-In-Crime

Saif Ali Khan's Iconic Partners-In-Crime

Rediff.com7 days ago

We revisit Saif Ali Khan's memorable two-hero film collaborations with stars like Akshay Kumar, Ajay Devgn, Aamir Khan, and Shah Rukh Khan, showcasing his versatility and unique acting prowess.

Closing Auction Session Triggers Wild 14-Minute Market Swings on Expiry Day

Closing Auction Session Triggers Wild 14-Minute Market Swings on Expiry Day

Rediff.com6 days ago

The Closing Auction Session (CAS) on expiry day led to unprecedented volatility in the Nifty 50 and Sensex, causing the indices to swing wildly in just 14 minutes and raising concerns among traders about market manipulation and increased speculation.

US Open PIX: Zverev races into quarters; Blockx stuns Cerundolo

US Open PIX: Zverev races into quarters; Blockx stuns Cerundolo

Rediff.com8 Sep 2026

Alexander Zverev defeated Luciano Darderi to reach the US Open quarter-finals, marking his fourth consecutive Grand Slam quarter-final appearance this year.

US Open PIX: Tiafoe slays old rival Medvedev to enter quarter-finals

US Open PIX: Tiafoe slays old rival Medvedev to enter quarter-finals

Rediff.com7 Sep 2026

American Frances Tiafoe defeated former champion Daniil Medvedev in a thrilling three-set match at the U.S. Open, reaching the quarter-finals. Tiafoe, who had a poor head-to-head record against Medvedev, showcased his best form, employing strategic net play and powerful groundstrokes to secure a significant victory.

Sona Is Like The Morning Sun!

Sona Is Like The Morning Sun!

Rediff.com1 Sep 2026

Sona Olickal's style feels like a sunny little wardrobe vacation. There's plenty of breezy femininity, playful prints and bohemian ease, but the Once More actress can just as easily switch into rich silks, statement jewellery or cool streetwear.

Andhra Pradesh CM Naidu pushes for 15-20% growth, urges proactive governance

Andhra Pradesh CM Naidu pushes for 15-20% growth, urges proactive governance

Rediff.com7 days ago

Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu has set an ambitious target for district collectors to achieve a 15-20 per cent growth rate, building on the state's 13.4 per cent growth in Q1 FY27, the highest in India.