Former India cricketer Robin Uthappa has said former champions Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) are not serious contenders for the IPL title this season, despite having an ultra-aggressive batting lineup.
Thrissur Rural Police in Kerala have arrested over 100 convicts who had been absconding for years after being sentenced by courts for various crimes. The arrests were made during a special operation called 'Operation Iron Grip'.
A 22-year-old chef working at a five-star hotel in Delhi has been arrested for allegedly burgling a house in RK Puram using a master key to open Chinese locks. Police recovered stolen cash and jewellery worth Rs 2.69 lakh from the accused.
A man was arrested at a railway station in Chandauli, Uttar Pradesh, for allegedly trafficking six children to Vadodara for labour. The children were rescued and handed over to the Railway Child Help Desk.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has threatened to continue targeting Iranian leaders, claiming recent successes in eliminating key figures. He asserted that Israel, with US support, aims to undermine the Iranian regime and empower the Iranian people.
Lakshmipathy Balaji questions Rajasthan Royals' decision to name Riyan Parag captain, calling it a gamble despite experienced options.
Police in Solapur, Maharashtra, have dismantled a prostitution racket operating from a dance academy, rescuing 25 women and arresting five individuals on human trafficking charges.
Junaid Siddique's five-wicket haul was complemented by half-centuries Aryansh Sharma and Sohaib Khan as the United Arab Emirates overpowered Canada by five wickets.
Delhi Police have arrested a sharpshooter linked to the Rohit Godara-Jitender Gogi gang, wanted in connection with a grenade attack on nightclubs in Gurugram and on the run since 2024.
The family of Captain Rakesh Ranjan, who died on a merchant vessel near the Strait of Hormuz, is seeking assistance from the Indian government to repatriate his body. They claim the ship was stranded due to the West Asia conflict and are urging authorities to expedite the process and ensure the release of his financial dues.
Benchmark stock indices Sensex and Nifty closed higher on Thursday, helped by a rally in blue-chip Larsen & Toubro and the Economic Survey projecting the GDP growth of 6.8-7.2 per cent for the next fiscal.
Governance uncertainty and leadership visibility gap are likely to keep the stock under pressure in the near term, said Nomura in a report.
Police in Bulandshahr, Uttar Pradesh, are investigating the discovery of a headless woman's body found near a canal in a forest area. Authorities are working to identify the woman, believed to be in her early 30s, and have launched a probe into the incident.
The rupee plunged to a fresh low of 93.72 against the dollar on Friday, falling 1.15 per cent in a single session - its sharpest one-day decline since February 24, 2022 - as elevated crude oil prices and strong dollar demand from oil-marketing companies and foreign portfolio investors (FPIs) weighed on the currency.
Indian cricketer Smriti Mandhana surprised fans with a glamorous makeover at the BCCI Naman Awards, showcasing a stunning metallic blue gown and inspiring young girls with a Barbie doll created in her likeness.
According to sources, the Indian Navy warships are on standby to provide assistance or help required by merchant vessels.
New Zealand's Lockie Ferguson will miss the first seven IPL games for Punjab Kings to spend time with his family after the birth of his child.
The net liquidity surplus in the banking system fell to Rs 16,875 crore on Thursday the latest data by the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) showed, lowest since 22 January.
Tedros said that the war in the Middle East has reached a perilous stage with strikes reportedly hitting the Natanz Enrichment Complex in Iran, and the Israeli city of Dimona, where a nuclear facility is located.
Indian golfer Aditi Ashok experienced a setback at the Fortinet Founders Cup, while Hyo Joo Kim extended her lead.
Bennet, bowlers power Zimbabwe to eight-wicket win over Oman
Kolkata Knight Riders suffer a significant setback as pacer Harshit Rana is ruled out of IPL 2026 due to a ligament injury sustained during a warm-up match. The team is now evaluating replacements, with trials underway to find a suitable player before their opening match against Mumbai Indians.
Tommy Fleetwood, the world number 3, is set to defend his title at the DP World India Championship at the Delhi Golf Club in October. He won the inaugural edition last season and is looking forward to competing in the $4,000,000 event.
Uttar Pradesh minister Sanjay Nishad threatened to resign if the Nishad community is not granted Scheduled Caste status. He made the announcement during a rally in Gorakhpur, where he also criticised previous governments for neglecting the community.
South African golfer MJ Daffue wins the DP World PGTI Open, finishing ahead of Jhared Hack and Saptak Talwar.
A 34-year-old married woman in Bengaluru was stabbed to death by a man who had been stalking her after she repeatedly refused his advances. The accused has been arrested and a murder case has been registered.
Bengaluru FC defeated Inter Kashi FC 3-1 in an Indian Super League match, with Braian Sanchez scoring twice. The win moves BFC to fourth place in the league standings.
A 22-year-old man was arrested in Delhi for allegedly stealing gold and diamond jewellery worth approximately Rs 90 lakh to fund his drug addiction. Police recovered the stolen jewellery and revealed the accused had previously engaged in petty thefts.
Lakme model Anushka Dhaka tells Rediff's Hitesh Harisinghani what makes the runway so thrilling for her, and the simple rituals that help her stay calm before the spotlight hits.
Newlyweds Rashmika Mandanna and Vijay Deverakonda delight fans by sharing vibrant photos from their Haldi ceremony, offering an intimate look into their wedding celebrations in Udaipur.
Fexo, an AI intelligence platform focused on the BFSI sector, has launched its AI decisioning engine for business loans, designed to help financial institutions accelerate AI adoption and improve decision-making processes.
Foreign investors have withdrawn over Rs 88,000 crore from Indian equities this month, driven by geopolitical tensions, a weak rupee, and concerns about rising crude oil prices.
Sanjay Bangar explains how Gujarat Titans can balance their XI for IPL 2026, backing Washington Sundar's batting role and suggesting key overseas combinations.
Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan has accused the Congress party and Rahul Gandhi of acting as the 'B-team' of the BJP, alleging appeasement politics and seeking support from communal groups.
The Delhi High Court has ruled that merely asking a married woman to assist in caring for a family member does not constitute cruelty under criminal law, quashing cases against a husband and his family.
Joya, a 14-year-old striker, scored a dramatic late goal to secure a 3-2 victory for the India U-17 Women's team against Myanmar in a friendly match, as part of their preparations for the upcoming AFC U17 Women's Asian Cup.
The IRGC had announced earlier that it was carrying out an intense wave of attacks on US and Israeli positons throughout the region since dawn, using missiles as well as drones.
Danny Welbeck scored a goal in each half as Brighton & Hove Albion put a dent in Liverpool's Champions League qualification hopes with a deserved 2-1 Premier League victory at the Amex Stadium on Saturday.
Ahmedabad Crime Branch arrested a man allegedly involved in a 2021 murder-robbery case in Chhattisgarh. The suspect, Ajaykumar alias Laxmisagar alias Kimtishree Rajnarayan Mishra, was wanted for the murder of Shakuntala Devi.
Aryna Sabalenka overcame a slow start to defeat Elena Rybakina in the Indian Wells final, showcasing her mental strength and adaptability.
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