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Former England Spinner Gareth Batty Appointed CSK Assistant Coach

Former England Spinner Gareth Batty Appointed CSK Assistant Coach

Rediff.com27 Oct 2026

Former England spinner Gareth Batty has been appointed as the assistant coach for Chennai Super Kings (CSK), bringing an end to his 21-year association with Surrey.

Cocktail Recipe: Grant's Crew Driver

Cocktail Recipe: Grant's Crew Driver

Rediff.com30 Oct 2026

A marriage of smooth whiskey and citrusy fruity flavours in an old-fashioned glass. Cheers!

Varanasi Ropeway Set For December Debut

Varanasi Ropeway Set For December Debut

Rediff.com4 days ago

Glimpses of India's first urban transport ropeway, which is undergoing trials in Varanasi ahead of its scheduled December 2026 opening.

Recipe: Ginger Vegetable Tray Bake

Recipe: Ginger Vegetable Tray Bake

Rediff.com3 Nov 2026

This easy traybake brings together seasonal root vegetables with the gentle heat of ginger,

Arshdeep's Father Confirms Move To Mumbai Indians

Arshdeep's Father Confirms Move To Mumbai Indians

Rediff.com1 days ago

'I also found out surprisingly that the trade has happened, and the official intimation has most likely come that the trade has taken place.'

Mohammed Shami's Test career deserved a better ending, says Atul Wassan

Mohammed Shami's Test career deserved a better ending, says Atul Wassan

Rediff.com4 days ago

Atul Wassan questioned age bias in Indian cricket, saying Mohammed Shami deserved a respectful Test farewell and could have served India for another couple of seasons despite injury setbacks.

Air Chief Marshal Ashutosh Dixit becomes 29th chief of air staff

Air Chief Marshal Ashutosh Dixit becomes 29th chief of air staff

Rediff.com31 Oct 2026

Air Chief Marshal Ashutosh Dixit has taken over as the new Chief of Air Staff, succeeding Air Chief Marshal A P Singh. An accomplished fighter pilot with extensive experience, Dixit brings a distinguished career spanning four decades to his new role, having held various command and staff appointments.

Football Legend Shabbir Ali Appointed Head Of Delegation For AFC U-17 Qualifiers

Football Legend Shabbir Ali Appointed Head Of Delegation For AFC U-17 Qualifiers

Rediff.com5 days ago

Former India football captain and Dhyan Chand Award recipient Shabbir Ali has been appointed Head of Delegation for the Indian team participating in the AFC U-17 2027 Qualifiers in Kuala Lumpur.

Alcaraz defeats Shelton to clinch Paris Masters title

Alcaraz defeats Shelton to clinch Paris Masters title

Rediff.com3 days ago

Carlos Alcaraz defeated Ben Shelton 7-6(5), 7-5 to win the Paris Masters, securing his ninth ATP 1000 title and avenging his US Open quarter-final loss to the American.

Diwali Recipe: Vidhya's Bedu Puri

Diwali Recipe: Vidhya's Bedu Puri

Rediff.com6 days ago

These urad-stuffed puris were made for every festival in Vidhya Pant's home when they were kids.

Life Convict Found Hanging In Kerala Prison Cell

Life Convict Found Hanging In Kerala Prison Cell

Rediff.com29 Oct 2026

A 51-year-old convict, Sreenivasan, serving a life sentence for murder, was found hanging in his cell at Poojapura Central Prison in Thiruvananthapuram. Police registered an FIR and are investigating the incident. Sreenivasan had been diagnosed with cancer and was reportedly depressed.

Samosa Caucus Expands Influence In US Congress

Samosa Caucus Expands Influence In US Congress

Rediff.com6 days ago

The Samosa Caucus, an informal group of Indian-American lawmakers, is set to expand its presence in the US House of Representatives following the recent elections. With Democrats gaining control of both the House and Senate, re-elected members like Ami Bera, Ro Khanna, Suhas Subramanyam, and Pramila Jayapal will be joined by newcomers Pia Dandiya and Amish Shah, significantly increasing Indian-American representation on Capitol Hill.

Bhai Dooj: Outfit Ideas For Siblings

Bhai Dooj: Outfit Ideas For Siblings

Rediff.com16 hours ago

Bhai Dooj is all about celebrating the special bond between brothers and sisters, and what better way to do it than with a little festive fashion inspiration?

Agnipath stays, all Agniveers to become regular soldiers after six years

Agnipath stays, all Agniveers to become regular soldiers after six years

Rediff.com6 days ago

Defence officials confirmed on Thursday that all serving Agniveers will be absorbed as regular soldiers after six years of service, provided they meet specific criteria. This clarification follows the government's announcement of a two-year extension for Agniveers completing their four-year tenure, allowing for subsequent permanent recruitment. The move effectively ensures a pathway for all Agniveers to join the regular cadre, addressing previous concerns about the 75% who were not initially retained.

Ro Khanna to Pia Dandiya: How Indian-Americans fared in US midterm elections

Ro Khanna to Pia Dandiya: How Indian-Americans fared in US midterm elections

Rediff.com7 days ago

Indian-American Democratic lawmakers Ami Bera, Ro Khanna, Suhas Subramanyam, and Pramila Jayapal have been re-elected to the US House of Representatives, with Pia Dandiya making her debut, marking a strong showing by the community in the recent midterm elections where Democrats gained control of both the House and Senate.

Mumbai Indians part ways with bowling coach Lasith Malinga

Mumbai Indians part ways with bowling coach Lasith Malinga

Rediff.com29 Oct 2026

Mumbai Indians have confirmed a significant shake-up in their coaching staff, announcing the departures of iconic former player Lasith Malinga, along with Paras Mhambrey and Carl Hopkinson.

Contractor flags 'ignored evidence' in probe linked to CEC Gyanesh Kumar

Contractor flags 'ignored evidence' in probe linked to CEC Gyanesh Kumar

Rediff.com2 days ago

Contractor V O Sajan appeared before the VACB in Thiruvananthapuram for a preliminary probe into alleged corruption in a road project from years ago. The project was undertaken when current Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar served as the Kerala Public Works Department secretary. Sajan claims crucial evidence against Kumar was ignored in an earlier investigation and that statements were altered under pressure.

Raj IAS officer relieved of duties over purchase of 40 villas

Raj IAS officer relieved of duties over purchase of 40 villas

Rediff.com29 Oct 2026

Senior IAS officer Shikhar Agrawal of the Rajasthan government has been placed on Awaiting Posting Orders, citing administrative reasons. This move follows media reports alleging his involvement, along with his IPS wife, in the purchase of 40 villas from a single company over two and a half years. Agrawal was previously the Additional Chief Secretary of the Industries Department and held several other key responsibilities.

Adkar And Bhosale Become First All-Indian Pair To Reach WTA Tour Doubles Final

Adkar And Bhosale Become First All-Indian Pair To Reach WTA Tour Doubles Final

Rediff.com4 days ago

Vaishnavi Adkar and Rutuja Bhosale have made history by becoming the first all-Indian pair to reach a WTA Tour-level doubles final. They achieved this feat at the Chennai Open, defeating second seeds Weronika Falkowska and Alana Smith in a thrilling semifinal match. The Indian duo recovered from a mid-match slump to win 6-2, 2-6, 10-8, securing their place in the final against Swiss pair Naima Karamoko and Simona Waltert.

Delhi Court Directs Police To Give 7-Day Notice To MP Akoijam In Sexual Harassment Case

Delhi Court Directs Police To Give 7-Day Notice To MP Akoijam In Sexual Harassment Case

Rediff.com6 days ago

A Delhi court has directed the city police to provide seven working days' prior notice to Congress MP and dismissed JNU professor Angomcha Bimol Akoijam before taking any coercive action, including arrest, in a sexual harassment case. The court noted that while police are not currently contemplating arrest, they must serve a physical notice if circumstances change. This comes after JNU dismissed Akoijam based on an internal committee's findings, a decision later stayed by the Delhi High Court.

ED Attaches Rs 121 Crore Assets In Andaman Bank Fraud Case Involving Ex-MP

ED Attaches Rs 121 Crore Assets In Andaman Bank Fraud Case Involving Ex-MP

Rediff.com12 hours ago

The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has attached assets worth Rs 121 crore, including semi-submarine tourist vessels and a hotel, in connection with an alleged Rs 500 crore cooperative bank fraud in the Andaman and Nicobar Islands. Former MP and Congress leader Kuldeep Rai Sharma is a key accused in the case, which involves fraudulent loans sanctioned through shell companies and alleged bribery. A fresh chargesheet has been filed, bringing the total attached assets to Rs 326 crore.

Vaishali Upsets So, Niemann; Carlsen Wins Blitz event At Total Chess Pilot

Vaishali Upsets So, Niemann; Carlsen Wins Blitz event At Total Chess Pilot

Rediff.com19 hours ago

Indian Grandmasters R Vaishali and Arjun Erigaisi delivered strong performances at the Total Chess World Championship Tour Pilot in Budapest.

Retired Indian army captain honeytrapped using WhatsApp

Retired Indian army captain honeytrapped using WhatsApp

Rediff.com26 Oct 2026

A retired Indian Army captain, Babu P, has been arrested in Vellore for allegedly leaking confidential military secrets to an unidentified woman via WhatsApp. The woman reportedly posed as a DRDO project worker and engaged in personal conversations to extract sensitive information.

What Razorpay's Sebi IPO Approval Means For Fintech Market

What Razorpay's Sebi IPO Approval Means For Fintech Market

Rediff.com7 days ago

Fintech firm Razorpay has secured approval from markets regulator Sebi for its proposed initial public offering (IPO) of Rs 5,000-6,000 crore, targeting a valuation of around USD 5 billion. The company, founded in 2014, offers various financial services and attained unicorn status in 2020. This development follows its confidential IPO filing in June, while rival PhonePe's IPO is currently on hold.

Bunker Roy: In Celebration of Simple Joys

Bunker Roy: In Celebration of Simple Joys

Rediff.com1 days ago

In a life fully and adventurously lived, Bunker Roy creatively defied many conventions and opened paths for subsequent generations to follow. Long before the term 'social entrepreneur' was coined, Bunker innovated empowering social processes and village-level production systems that dramatically improved the lives of tens of lakhs of people not only across India but in 96 other countries, notes Rajni Bakshi.

Political Storm Brews Over MP Police Officer's Death In Liquor Crackdown

Political Storm Brews Over MP Police Officer's Death In Liquor Crackdown

Rediff.com3 Nov 2026

Rahul Jaiswal, detained in connection with a police officer's death during an illicit liquor crackdown in Madhya Pradesh, has reportedly admitted to Congress party association and managing a liquor shop. The incident involved SHO Dilip Puri being run over by a truck smuggling illicit liquor. Police have detained two others, Keram Singh Changod and Vijay Rao. The case has sparked a political war of words between Congress and BJP, with BJP alleging Congress involvement in the illegal trade.

IT Reassessment Invalid Without Mandatory Notice: Supreme Court

IT Reassessment Invalid Without Mandatory Notice: Supreme Court

Rediff.com30 Oct 2026

The Supreme Court ruled that income tax reassessment proceedings are invalid if the department fails to issue a mandatory Section 143(2) notice.

Recipe: Sunita's Green Peas And Carrot Appes

Recipe: Sunita's Green Peas And Carrot Appes

Rediff.com21 Oct 2026

Little mini idlis stuffed with fresh veggies. Yum!

Israel holds polls amid uncertainty over Netanyahu's future

Israel holds polls amid uncertainty over Netanyahu's future

Rediff.com27 Oct 2026

Israel is set to hold parliamentary elections on Tuesday, with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu vying to retain power. The election is a critical test of his leadership, influenced by the government's handling of the October 7, 2023, Hamas attack, subsequent wars, and ongoing legal challenges. Opposition leaders, including Gadi Eisenkot and Naftali Bennett, are challenging his right-wing coalition, but opinion polls suggest a fragmented outcome with no clear majority. Key issues include security, accountability for the October 7 attack, military service exemptions for ultra-Orthodox men, and judicial reforms.

Dosas, Diwali, temple visits: US midterm candidates woo Indian-Americans

Dosas, Diwali, temple visits: US midterm candidates woo Indian-Americans

Rediff.com31 Oct 2026

Candidates in the US midterm elections are actively engaging with Indian-American voters through cultural events like making dosas and visiting temples. This outreach highlights the growing influence of the Indian-American community, particularly in battleground states where their votes can be decisive. Democratic and Republican candidates are employing various strategies to win over this crucial demographic.

Odisha Government Sacks Probationary Officer For Alleged Bribery

Odisha Government Sacks Probationary Officer For Alleged Bribery

Rediff.com1 days ago

The Odisha government has terminated the services of Manisha Mishra, a probationary Odisha Revenue Service officer, who was arrested for allegedly accepting a bribe of Rs 7,000. Mishra, a sub-registrar, was dismissed due to the gravity of the corruption charges and violation of conduct rules, deemed detrimental to public interest.

Idli-sambar missing from Delhi school plates as kitchens lack equipment

Idli-sambar missing from Delhi school plates as kitchens lack equipment

Rediff.com15 Oct 2026

Delhi government schools have not yet introduced idli-sambar as part of their revised menu, which was announced in August. The delay is primarily due to a lack of necessary equipment and logistical challenges in preparing and serving the dish across multiple schools. Schools continue to serve meals from the older menu while awaiting the required infrastructure.

Recipe: Chef Sarab's Thai Vegetable Fritters

Recipe: Chef Sarab's Thai Vegetable Fritters

Rediff.com13 Oct 2026

Give everyday vegetables a Thai-inspired makeover with these golden, crunchy fritters by Sarab Kapoor. Packed with colourful vegetables like zucchini, mushroom, baby corn, celery, they are crisp enough to tempt you from the first bite yet light enough to keep you reaching for another.

Beyond US Congress, Indian-Americans make their mark in state legislatures

Beyond US Congress, Indian-Americans make their mark in state legislatures

Rediff.com7 days ago

Indian-Americans have achieved significant victories in state legislative races across the US midterm elections, with several individuals securing key positions and making history in various states like Michigan, Arizona, Illinois, and Texas, further solidifying their growing political influence.

Falei, Kulambayeva Battle Through To Chennai Open Main Draw

Falei, Kulambayeva Battle Through To Chennai Open Main Draw

Rediff.com1 Nov 2026

Top seed Aliona Falei and Zhibek Kulambayeva secured their spots in the singles main draw of the WTA 250 Chennai Open after winning their final-round qualifying matches on Sunday. Weronika Falkowska and Kyoka Okamura also advanced.

Netanyahu faces a big test as Israel votes on Tuesday

Netanyahu faces a big test as Israel votes on Tuesday

Rediff.com26 Oct 2026

As Israel prepares for parliamentary elections on Tuesday, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu faces a critical test of his leadership amidst the fallout from the October 7, 2023, Hamas attack, the ongoing Gaza war, and significant domestic challenges.

Sanju Samson Named Kerala Captain For Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy T20

Sanju Samson Named Kerala Captain For Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy T20

Rediff.com19 hours ago

India wicketkeeper-batter Sanju Samson has been appointed captain of the Kerala squad for the upcoming 2026-27 Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy T20 tournament, aiming to improve his form after a modest T20I series against New Zealand.

Fino Payments Bank Posts Rs 21 Crore Loss In Q2

Fino Payments Bank Posts Rs 21 Crore Loss In Q2

Rediff.com29 Oct 2026

Fino Payments Bank reported a net loss of Rs 21 crore for the second quarter ended September 2026, a significant drop from the Rs 15 crore profit in the previous year. This comes as the bank operates under an interim CEO following the arrest of its former MD & CEO, Rishi Gupta, on charges of GST violations linked to online money gaming.

559 runs not enough? Coach Dahiya's big challenge to Badoni

559 runs not enough? Coach Dahiya's big challenge to Badoni

Rediff.com6 days ago

Delhi head coach Vijay Dahiya believes skipper Ayush Badoni has the ingredients for a big career but needs to raise his self-imposed standards. Badoni has responded to his India A omission with back-to-back double centuries in the Ranji Trophy. Dahiya advises Badoni to develop more patience at the crease and respect good bowling spells, rather than letting ego dictate his play.

Vaishnavi Adkar's Chennai Open Singles Journey Ends In Second Round

Vaishnavi Adkar's Chennai Open Singles Journey Ends In Second Round

Rediff.com6 days ago

India's top-ranked tennis player, Vaishnavi Adkar, was defeated by Russia's Anastasia Zakharova in the second round of the Chennai Open singles. Adkar lost 3-6, 0-6, struggling against Zakharova's consistent play and powerful backhand. Meanwhile, Maaya Rajeshwaran Revathi advanced to the doubles quarterfinals with her partner Shirvalli Bhamdipati, making her the sole Indian remaining in the singles draw.