Search results for ' Pickings'

Akash Deep set for Test comeback as India pick New Zealand tour squads

Akash Deep set for Test comeback as India pick New Zealand tour squads

Rediff.com5 Oct 2026

Fast bowler Akash Deep is expected to be recalled to India's Test squad for the upcoming New Zealand tour, following a successful return to domestic cricket after a seven-month injury layoff. The selection committee is also set to pick squads for T20Is, ODIs, and India A's shadow tour.

Meet Kumar Kushagra, India's Latest ODI Pick

Meet Kumar Kushagra, India's Latest ODI Pick

Rediff.com17 Oct 2026

From a Duleep Trophy hundred to a Player of the Match performance against Australia A, Kumar Kushagra's recent form has earned him his first India call-up.

Bhuvneshwar back after 4 years! Picked in Indian team for New Zealand T20Is

Bhuvneshwar back after 4 years! Picked in Indian team for New Zealand T20Is

Rediff.com6 Oct 2026

Bhuvneshwar Kumar was the surprise inclusion in the Indian team for the upcoming T20I series in New Zealand starting later this month.

New Zealand Pick Allen, Ferguson, Seifert For India ODIs; Ravindra Returns

New Zealand Pick Allen, Ferguson, Seifert For India ODIs; Ravindra Returns

Rediff.com11 Oct 2026

New Zealand has announced the return of Finn Allen, Lockie Ferguson, and Tim Seifert to their One-Day International squad for the upcoming home series against India, with coach Rob Walter emphasising the importance of these matches for World Cup preparations.

Glenn Maxwell picks Virat Kohli as ODI cricket's 'best-ever'

Glenn Maxwell picks Virat Kohli as ODI cricket's 'best-ever'

Rediff.com4 Sep 2026

Glenn Maxwell has named Virat Kohli the best-ever ODI batter, praising his exceptional timing, control and gap-finding ability while highlighting his remarkable record in successful run-chases.

How To Pick The Right Broker

How To Pick The Right Broker

Rediff.com15 Sep 2026

Investors opening new brokerage accounts must choose a broker suited to their style.

Cong rejigs UP team; picks Aradhana Misra as new chief, Masood working prez

Cong rejigs UP team; picks Aradhana Misra as new chief, Masood working prez

Rediff.com3 Oct 2026

The Congress party has announced a significant organisational reshuffle in its Uttar Pradesh unit, appointing Aradhana Misra-Mona as president and Imran Masood as working president. This strategic move comes ahead of the state assembly elections next year and aims to strike a social balance while strengthening the party's position in the crucial state.

Padikkal's fifty rescues India A on Day 2 after Rahul, Jaiswal fail again!

Padikkal's fifty rescues India A on Day 2 after Rahul, Jaiswal fail again!

Rediff.com1 hour ago

Devdutt Padikkal stroked an unbeaten half-century to rescue India A on Day 2 of the first unofficial Test against New Zealand A at Bert Sutcliffe Oval, Lincoln, on Sunday.

Niraj picked rifle over college, came home with Asiad silver

Niraj picked rifle over college, came home with Asiad silver

Rediff.com25 Sep 2026

Indian shooter Niraj Kumar, a silver medallist in the men's 50m rifle 3 positions team event at the Asian Games, shared his joy and the sacrifices he made for his sport. He recounted choosing shooting over academics, asking his parents to buy him equipment, and expressed gratitude for the support from the Sports Authority of India (SAI) and the Target Olympic Podium Scheme (TOPS). He also reflected on his Asian Games debut and future aspirations for an individual medal.

Greatest Indian cricketer: Ashwin picks Sachin Tendulkar as No. 1

Greatest Indian cricketer: Ashwin picks Sachin Tendulkar as No. 1

Rediff.com29 Aug 2026

Ravichandran Ashwin crowned Sachin Tendulkar India's greatest cricketer in his all-time bracket, while making surprise calls by choosing Sehwag over Dhoni and Bumrah over Virat Kohli.

India Call Up Bhuvneshwar for Decider After Arshdeep's Shoulder Injury

India Call Up Bhuvneshwar for Decider After Arshdeep's Shoulder Injury

Rediff.com16 Oct 2026

India have added veteran pacer Bhuvneshwar Kumar as cover for Arshdeep Singh ahead of the fifth T20I against West Indies at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium.

Will Vaibhav Sooryavanshi return to India's playing XI?

Will Vaibhav Sooryavanshi return to India's playing XI?

Rediff.com2 days ago

Ishan Kishan's injury has left the door ajar for the 15 year old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, who was seen batting during India's optional practice session on Friday.

Arshdeep Surpasses Bhuvneshwar With 38 T20I Wickets In 2026

Arshdeep Surpasses Bhuvneshwar With 38 T20I Wickets In 2026

Rediff.com19 hours ago

Indian left-arm pacer Arshdeep Singh has claimed the record for most wickets by an Indian bowler in T20 Internationals in a calendar year, surpassing Bhuvneshwar Kumar's previous best.

West Bengal bypoll: After Cong's Nandigram pick, Independent candidate arrested

West Bengal bypoll: After Cong's Nandigram pick, Independent candidate arrested

Rediff.com20 Sep 2026

An Independent candidate for the Rejinagar assembly bypoll in West Bengal, Saiful Islam, was arrested in a five-year-old case related to a clash during the 2021 state elections. This follows another bypoll nominee's arrest, highlighting pre-election tensions. The AJUP chief also faces a notice, and a party secretary was arrested with illegal arms and fake currency.

'Every Individual Is a Match-Winner': Iyer Hails India's Depth After Thriller

'Every Individual Is a Match-Winner': Iyer Hails India's Depth After Thriller

Rediff.com17 hours ago

Shreyas Iyer admits India feared losing their chase against New Zealand before Tilak Varma and Nitish Kumar Reddy showed character to seal a thrilling T20I win.

Record-Breaking Performance: India's Para-Athletes Secure 22 Medals

Record-Breaking Performance: India's Para-Athletes Secure 22 Medals

Rediff.com3 days ago

India's track and field contingent delivered a stellar performance at the Asian Para Games, securing 22 medals, including five gold, and propelling the nation to fifth in the overall standings. Sprinter Simran, high-jumper Praveen Kumar, and shot-putter Sachin Khilari notably set new Games records, contributing significantly to India's medal tally across various para-sports.

Is Dube A Better Option Than Reddy In New Zealand?

Is Dube A Better Option Than Reddy In New Zealand?

Rediff.com3 days ago

'There is more trust in Shivam Dube because he has done it for India. Nitish Kumar Reddy has bowled well for SRH, but so far for India in T20Is, unfortunately, he hasn't played that role yet.'

How Panchkula Police Uncovered An ATM Card Swapping Racket

How Panchkula Police Uncovered An ATM Card Swapping Racket

Rediff.com15 Oct 2026

Panchkula police have busted a cyber-fraud gang, arresting two individuals, Manoj Kumar and Anil, for allegedly targeting elderly and less-educated people. The accused tricked victims into revealing ATM PINs, swapped their cards, and withdrew money. Police recovered 70 ATM cards, a POS machine, and mobile phones, with further investigation underway to identify other gang members and affected ATMs in Haryana and Delhi.

Direct Tax Collection Jumps 13.21% to Rs 13.38 Lakh Crore by Mid-October

Direct Tax Collection Jumps 13.21% to Rs 13.38 Lakh Crore by Mid-October

Rediff.com15 Oct 2026

India's net direct tax collection witnessed a robust 13.21 per cent increase, reaching approximately Rs 13.38 lakh crore between April 1 and October 14, primarily fuelled by a strong performance in corporate tax mop-up.

Malaika Arora's 10 Steal-Worthy Party Looks

Malaika Arora's 10 Steal-Worthy Party Looks

Rediff.com1 days ago

We explore Malaika's most glamorous party looks, offering endless inspiration for your next special occasion with her signature blend of bling, chic, and sass.

Suryakumar teams up with MLB stars for historic Mumbai baseball event

Suryakumar teams up with MLB stars for historic Mumbai baseball event

Rediff.com2 hours ago

Indian cricketers, including Suryakumar Yadav and Shardul Thakur, participated in the inaugural MLBx Mumbai 3-on-3 baseball event, teaming up with former MLB stars like Nick Swisher and Jake Arrieta to promote the sport in India.

12 UP ex-cops booked over 1991 staged encounter, false robbery case

12 UP ex-cops booked over 1991 staged encounter, false robbery case

Rediff.com4 days ago

Twelve retired police personnel in Kanpur have been booked 35 years after a CB-CID inquiry revealed they allegedly falsely implicated 12 men in a robbery case following a staged police encounter in 1991. The FIR, registered on Tuesday, includes charges of fabrication of evidence and wrongful confinement. The original complaint stemmed from a dispute over a plot of land, leading to the alleged framing of Rakesh Pathak and his associates.

How To Pick The Right BAF

How To Pick The Right BAF

Rediff.com4 Sep 2026

BAFs seek to offer a smoother experience across market cycles, not the full upside of a bull market.

Ex-bureaucrat 'picked up' by Delhi police kept incommunicado for hours

Ex-bureaucrat 'picked up' by Delhi police kept incommunicado for hours

Rediff.com3 Sep 2026

Former bureaucrat Ashish Joshi has claimed that Delhi Police questioned him for nearly nine hours over social media posts concerning the Election Commission of India, and did not allow him to inform his wife about his whereabouts for several hours, alleging a "blatant violation" of Supreme Court guidelines.

Lad leads Mumbai's Ranji fight as Jaiswal falls for a duck

Lad leads Mumbai's Ranji fight as Jaiswal falls for a duck

Rediff.com11 Oct 2026

Skipper Siddhesh Lad's unbeaten 80 and Musheer Khan's 65 guided Mumbai to 249 for five against Chandigarh. Karan Lamba's unbeaten 103 and Rohan Rajbar's 95 propelled Rajasthan to 286 for 4 against Tamil Nadu. Elsewhere, Anshul Kamboj took four wickets for Haryana, and Devendra Singh Bora claimed five wickets for Uttarakhand.

Two Arrested For Firing At Retired Haryana Cop's House In Faridabad

Two Arrested For Firing At Retired Haryana Cop's House In Faridabad

Rediff.com2 days ago

Two men, Harsh and Ranjit, have been arrested in Faridabad for allegedly opening fire at the house of a retired Haryana Police sub-inspector, Sarjeet Bainsla, in the early hours of Thursday. The incident, captured on CCTV, caused damage to a windowpane and a wall, with the motive currently under investigation.

Gang Members Held For Firing At Delhi Businessman's Building

Gang Members Held For Firing At Delhi Businessman's Building

Rediff.com1 days ago

Delhi Police have arrested two members of a local gang, Rohit and Hasib, for allegedly opening fire at a marble businessman's building in Kirti Nagar, west Delhi. The incident followed extortion threats received by the businessman, with the accused reportedly acting on instructions from Nitin Dabas alias Vicky Haddal, who is suspected of links to an overseas criminal nexus. Police seized weapons and a stolen motorcycle used in the crime.

ISL: Mohun Bagan stage comeback to sink Sporting Delhi

ISL: Mohun Bagan stage comeback to sink Sporting Delhi

Rediff.com17 Oct 2026

Mohun Bagan Super Giant secured a 2-1 comeback victory against Sporting Club Delhi in an Indian Super League match on Friday. After conceding a goal in the first half, Mohun Bagan scored twice through Lee Erwin and Miguel Figueira after the break to clinch the win.

Ashwin backs in-form Windies skipper Shai Hope for IPL, says RCB could be an option

Ashwin backs in-form Windies skipper Shai Hope for IPL, says RCB could be an option

Rediff.com15 Oct 2026

Ravichandran Ashwin backs in-form West Indies skipper Shai Hope for an IPL contract, identifying defending champions RCB as a potential fit despite concerns over overseas combinations and batting position.

5 ducks! India A bowled out for 133 as New Zealand A dominate Day 1

5 ducks! India A bowled out for 133 as New Zealand A dominate Day 1

Rediff.com1 days ago

India A were bundled for a lowly 113 as five of their batters perished for ducks before captain Rhys Marius's half-century helped New Zealand A take the lead on Day 1 of the 1st unofficial Test.

Tottenham Hotspur secure rare 2-0 victory over Chelsea at Stamford Bridge

Tottenham Hotspur secure rare 2-0 victory over Chelsea at Stamford Bridge

Rediff.com11 hours ago

Tottenham Hotspur secured a rare 2-0 Premier League victory over fourth-placed Chelsea at Stamford Bridge, with goals from an own goal by Mike Penders and a late strike by Mathys Tel, while Chelsea's Cole Palmer was sent off.

Koffee With Karan: Did Vijay 'Humiliate' Rashmika?

Koffee With Karan: Did Vijay 'Humiliate' Rashmika?

Rediff.com2 days ago

'If you look back at my interviews, I talk about love almost with a sense of disrespect and disbelief, like 'I don't believe in this concept', which was immature of me because I've been blessed with so much beautiful love.'

Ranji Trophy: Juyal, Patidar, Samarth centuries headline Day 2 action

Ranji Trophy: Juyal, Patidar, Samarth centuries headline Day 2 action

Rediff.com5 days ago

Captain Aryan Juyal's unbeaten 60 helped Uttar Pradesh recover against Goa, while Rajat Patidar's 107* put Madhya Pradesh in control against Puducherry, and Ravikumar Samarth's 133 kept Vidarbha in contention against Jammu & Kashmir in the Ranji Trophy.

How To Support Your Husband Without Taking Sides

How To Support Your Husband Without Taking Sides

Rediff.com2 days ago

rediffGURU Dr Upneet Kaur recommends how you can support your partner by staying calm in public and expressing your opinion in private.

'He Can't Walk In Right Now': Captain Shreyas' Big Statement On Vaibhav Sooryavanshi

'He Can't Walk In Right Now': Captain Shreyas' Big Statement On Vaibhav Sooryavanshi

Rediff.com4 days ago

India's T20 captain Shreyas Iyer stated that young batting talent Vaibhav Sooryavanshi cannot immediately join the playing XI due to the consistent performance of current openers Abhishek Sharma and Sanju Samson, who were instrumental in India's T20I World Cup win.

Why Google Picked 4 Indian Startups For Climate AI Programme

Why Google Picked 4 Indian Startups For Climate AI Programme

Rediff.com15 Sep 2026

Google has chosen four Indian startups -- Terrastack, Varaha Climate, Farmers for Forests, and Climitra Carbon -- for its inaugural Google DeepMind Accelerator: AI for the Planet programme.

Active Vs Passive Funds: How To Choose?

Active Vs Passive Funds: How To Choose?

Rediff.com16 Oct 2026

Active and passive funds offer different advantages across market-cap segments, making a mix of both a sensible portfolio strategy.

Godrej Properties Q2 Profit Plunges 62% Amid Higher Expenses, Pre-Sales Dip

Godrej Properties Q2 Profit Plunges 62% Amid Higher Expenses, Pre-Sales Dip

Rediff.com1 days ago

Godrej Properties reported a significant 62 per cent decline in consolidated net profit to Rs 154.15 crore for the September quarter, primarily due to higher expenses, while its sales bookings also fell by 6 per cent to Rs 8,008 crore.

'Shami Doesn't Need to Prove Himself'

'Shami Doesn't Need to Prove Himself'

Rediff.com16 Oct 2026

Former chief selector M S K Prasad wants Mohammed Shami considered for the New Zealand series and the 2027 ODI World Cup while former bowling coach Bharat Arun says the pacer has nothing left to prove.

Sheetal Devi Leads India's Gold Rush At Asian Para Games

Sheetal Devi Leads India's Gold Rush At Asian Para Games

Rediff.com2 days ago

India's medal tally at the Asian Para Games reached 88, with armless archer Sheetal Devi securing two gold medals. The para-athletics contingent was the largest contributor, while medals also came from swimming, badminton, and table tennis, showcasing a strong performance across multiple disciplines.