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Naomi Osaka torn between tennis and motherhood

Naomi Osaka torn between tennis and motherhood

Rediff.com3 days ago

Naomi Osaka is re-evaluating her tennis schedule to balance her career with motherhood after a recent loss, highlighting the challenges of returning to professional sports after having a child.

IPL 2026: How Dhoni reshaped this Punjab Kings' finisher's mindset

IPL 2026: How Dhoni reshaped this Punjab Kings' finisher's mindset

Rediff.com3 days ago

Punjab Kings all-rounder Suryansh Shedge discusses his conversations with MS Dhoni about the role of a finisher in cricket, his experiences with Mumbai, and his expectations for the upcoming IPL season with PBKS.

Harish Rana, India's First Passive Euthanasia Recipient, Passes Away

Harish Rana, India's First Passive Euthanasia Recipient, Passes Away

Rediff.com1 days ago

Harish Rana, the first person in India to be granted passive euthanasia, has died at AIIMS-Delhi after being in a coma for over 13 years. His case led to a landmark Supreme Court judgment allowing passive euthanasia and sparked discussions about the right to die with dignity in India.

Kakori Martyrs' Statues Demolished in UP, Sparking Protests

Kakori Martyrs' Statues Demolished in UP, Sparking Protests

Rediff.com1 days ago

Statues of Kakori train action martyrs were allegedly demolished during road beautification work in Shahjahanpur, Uttar Pradesh, leading to widespread protests and an FIR being filed against the responsible company.

Mithali Raj, Rahul Dravid, Roger Binny, Honoured With BCCI Lifetime Achievement Awards

Mithali Raj, Rahul Dravid, Roger Binny, Honoured With BCCI Lifetime Achievement Awards

Rediff.com16 Mar 2026

India's cricketing greats Rahul Dravid, Roger Binny and Mithali Raj were honoured with BCCI's Lifetime Achievement Award, in New Delhi, on Sunday.

Odisha Secures Hosting Rights for 2028 World Athletics Indoor Championships

Odisha Secures Hosting Rights for 2028 World Athletics Indoor Championships

Rediff.com5 days ago

Odisha, India, will host the World Athletics Indoor Championships in 2028, marking a significant milestone for the state and the nation in becoming a global sporting hub.

Korda stuns World No. 1 Alcaraz in Miami Open upset

Korda stuns World No. 1 Alcaraz in Miami Open upset

Rediff.com2 days ago

Sebastian Korda stunned World No. 1 Carlos Alcaraz in a three-set thriller at the Miami Open, securing the biggest win of his career to reach the last 16.

Iran's Consul-General: 'We Hold The Upper Hand'

Iran's Consul-General: 'We Hold The Upper Hand'

Rediff.com4 days ago

'Despite the large number of missiles and drones we have already launched, we still possess reserves and missile cities whose doors have not yet been opened,' says Iran's Consul-General Saeid Reza Mosayeb Motlagh.

Squash Star Anahat Singh Eyes Medal At LA 2028 Olympic Games

Squash Star Anahat Singh Eyes Medal At LA 2028 Olympic Games

Rediff.com17 Mar 2026

India's top-ranked squash player Anahat Singh is focusing on the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics as the sport is all set to make its Olympic debut.

Delhi High Court Acquits Sonu Punjaban in Trafficking Case

Delhi High Court Acquits Sonu Punjaban in Trafficking Case

Rediff.com1 days ago

The Delhi High Court has overturned the conviction and 24-year jail sentence of Geeta Arora, also known as Sonu Punjaban, in a case involving the alleged trafficking of a 12-year-old girl, citing inconsistencies and contradictions in the victim's testimony and gaps in the prosecution's case.

US Special Envoy Meets Sri Lankan President Amidst Regional Tensions

US Special Envoy Meets Sri Lankan President Amidst Regional Tensions

Rediff.com6 days ago

US Special Representative Sergio Gor met with Sri Lankan President Anura Kumara Dissanayake to discuss strengthening bilateral relations and Sri Lanka's stance on the Middle East crisis. The visit occurs amidst regional tensions and US efforts to secure trade routes in the Indo-Pacific.

Don't Miss! Shantanu's Cute Runway Moment

Don't Miss! Shantanu's Cute Runway Moment

Rediff.com5 days ago

Three young designers -- Jubinav Chadha, Taarini Anand and Saim -- presented their collections at the Lakme Fashion Week x FDCI's GenNext show.

Illegal Opium Farming Busted in Chhattisgarh: What's Behind the Rise?

Illegal Opium Farming Busted in Chhattisgarh: What's Behind the Rise?

Rediff.com2 days ago

Police in Chhattisgarh's Raigarh district have uncovered illegal opium cultivation in a village, marking the fifth such instance in the past 18 days. Two individuals have been arrested in connection with the illegal activity, which was discovered through drone surveillance.

Gulf War: Hormuz Is Becoming The Central Battlefield

Gulf War: Hormuz Is Becoming The Central Battlefield

Rediff.com2 days ago

The question is no longer whether the war will expand. It has. The next few days will tell us whether the war stabilises around Hormuz or whether the Strait itself becomes the trigger for a far larger rupture. What to watch for over the next 48 hours is simple: Any move by the US toward direct naval control of the Strait; any credible Iranian attempt to disrupt or mine shipping lanes and, critically, whether energy infrastructure in the Gulf continues to be targeted.If those lines are crossed in tandem, the war will no longer be containable within the region.

Ananya Is In Love With...

Ananya Is In Love With...

Rediff.com4 days ago

As Designer Rahul Mishra's showstopper, Ananya Panday wore a glossy oversized blazer paired with a pleated ivory skirt, layering it over a crisp white shirt adorned with delicate, thematic dragonfly embellishments.

Aditi Ashok Drops Down Leaderboard at Fortinet Founders Cup; Hyo Joo Kim Extends Lead

Aditi Ashok Drops Down Leaderboard at Fortinet Founders Cup; Hyo Joo Kim Extends Lead

Rediff.com3 days ago

Indian golfer Aditi Ashok experienced a setback at the Fortinet Founders Cup, while Hyo Joo Kim extended her lead.

Tanvi Sharma, Hariharan-Arjun duo advance to Orleans Masters quarterfinals

Tanvi Sharma, Hariharan-Arjun duo advance to Orleans Masters quarterfinals

Rediff.com6 days ago

Tanvi Sharma and the men's doubles pair of Hariharan Amsakarunan and MR Arjun have progressed to the quarterfinals of the Orleans Masters badminton tournament.

Tilak Varma Thanks Mahakal for India's T20 WC Win

Tilak Varma Thanks Mahakal for India's T20 WC Win

Rediff.com16 Mar 2026

Indian cricketer Tilak Varma visited the Mahakaleshwar Jyotirlinga Temple in Ujjain to offer prayers and express gratitude after India's T20 World Cup victory.

'Suryakumar Yadav Is an Inspiration for Young Cricketers'

'Suryakumar Yadav Is an Inspiration for Young Cricketers'

Rediff.com16 Mar 2026

Officials of the Goa Cricket Association met India T20 captain Suryakumar Yadav at the BCCI Naman Awards in New Delhi.

SC Questions West Bengal's Objection to ED Plea, Highlights Officer Rights

SC Questions West Bengal's Objection to ED Plea, Highlights Officer Rights

Rediff.com1 days ago

The Supreme Court questioned the West Bengal government regarding its objection to the maintainability of the Enforcement Directorate's plea concerning alleged obstruction by Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee during a raid, focusing on the fundamental rights of ED officers.

Women officers denied permanent commission to get pension: SC

Women officers denied permanent commission to get pension: SC

Rediff.com23 hours ago

The Supreme Court has ruled that women Short Service Commission officers in the Army, Navy, and Air Force, who were unfairly denied Permanent Commission, are entitled to full pensionary benefits.

NIA arrests 6 Ukrainians, 1 American for aiding insurgency in India

NIA arrests 6 Ukrainians, 1 American for aiding insurgency in India

Rediff.com17 Mar 2026

The NIA alleged that the accused were in touch with ethnic armed groups in Myanmar and supported proscribed Indian insurgent outfits by supplying weapons, drones and providing training.

IPL 2026: Ishan Kishan Tipped To Lead Sunrisers Hyderabad

IPL 2026: Ishan Kishan Tipped To Lead Sunrisers Hyderabad

Rediff.com17 Mar 2026

Ishan Kishan is reportedly the leading candidate to captain Sunrisers Hyderabad in IPL 2026 if regular skipper Pat Cummins fails to recover from a lumbar stress injury.

Harish Rana, allowed passive euthanasia by SC, passes away after 13-year coma

Harish Rana, allowed passive euthanasia by SC, passes away after 13-year coma

Rediff.com1 days ago

Harish Rana, the first person in India to be granted passive euthanasia, has died at AIIMS-Delhi after being in a coma for over 13 years. His case led to a landmark Supreme Court judgment allowing passive euthanasia and sparked discussions about the right to die with dignity in India.

Statues of Kakori martyrs razed in UP, FIR filed

Statues of Kakori martyrs razed in UP, FIR filed

Rediff.com1 days ago

The demolition of statues of Kakori train action martyrs in Shahjahanpur, Uttar Pradesh, has sparked widespread outrage and political condemnation, leading to an FIR and government action.

Afghanistan Cricketer Ghazanfar Seeks India's Help After Pakistan Airstrikes In Kabul

Afghanistan Cricketer Ghazanfar Seeks India's Help After Pakistan Airstrikes In Kabul

Rediff.com7 days ago

Afghanistan spinner Allah Mohammad Ghazanfar urged the international community, including India, to intervene after a Pakistani military airstrike on a drug rehabilitation centre in Kabul on Monday killed nearly 400 people.

How did India secure Hormuz passage for ships? Jaishankar reveals

How did India secure Hormuz passage for ships? Jaishankar reveals

Rediff.com16 Mar 2026

Amidst rising Middle East tensions, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar highlights India's strategic dialogue with Iran to safeguard maritime traffic through the Strait of Hormuz, ensuring India's energy security and continued oil trade.

Smriti Mandhana turns heads with stunning glam transformation

Smriti Mandhana turns heads with stunning glam transformation

Rediff.com5 days ago

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.

Oscars 2026: Desi Designers Who Took Over The Red Carpet

Oscars 2026: Desi Designers Who Took Over The Red Carpet

Rediff.com16 Mar 2026

Indian craftsmanship had a strong showing at the 2026 Oscars red carpet, with global celebrities turning to homegrown designers and jewellery houses for couture gowns, zardozi embroidery, and heritage gemstones.

India's forex reserves drop $7 bn to $709.76 bn

India's forex reserves drop $7 bn to $709.76 bn

Rediff.com5 days ago

India's foreign exchange reserves decreased by USD 7.052 billion to USD 709.759 billion in the week ending March 13, according to the Reserve Bank of India (RBI). This decline follows a previous drop and comes after reserves reached an all-time high in February.

'Nitish May Have Been Moved Aside, But Nitishism Is Not Over'

'Nitish May Have Been Moved Aside, But Nitishism Is Not Over'

Rediff.com8 hours ago

'Nitish Kumar may be marginalised as an office-holder, but that is not the same thing as the disappearance of Nitish Kumar's politics.'

Matheesha Pathirana cleared to Join Kolkata Knight Riders for IPL 2026

Matheesha Pathirana cleared to Join Kolkata Knight Riders for IPL 2026

Rediff.com6 days ago

Sri Lanka Cricket confirms Matheesha Pathirana is fit and cleared to join Kolkata Knight Riders for the upcoming IPL season, providing a boost to their pace attack.

Gangster Ravi Pujari in Police Custody Over 2017 Extortion Case

Gangster Ravi Pujari in Police Custody Over 2017 Extortion Case

Rediff.com7 days ago

Jailed gangster Ravi Pujari has been arrested by Thane Police in connection with a 2017 extortion and firing case. He was produced before a special MCOCA court and remanded in police custody until March 27.

HC closes Celina Jaitly plea on brother's UAE detention

HC closes Celina Jaitly plea on brother's UAE detention

Rediff.com16 Mar 2026

The Delhi High Court has closed proceedings on Celina Jaitly's petition regarding her brother Vikrant Jaitly's detention in the UAE, directing the Centre to continue providing legal assistance.

Two Doctors Arrested in Kerala for Hydroponic Cannabis Smuggling

Two Doctors Arrested in Kerala for Hydroponic Cannabis Smuggling

Rediff.com5 days ago

Customs officials at Thiruvananthapuram airport seized hydroponic cannabis worth Rs 1.86 crore and arrested two doctors allegedly involved in smuggling the contraband from Singapore and Bangkok.

Koneru Humpy Weighs Candidates Tournament Participation Due to Cyprus Safety Concerns

Koneru Humpy Weighs Candidates Tournament Participation Due to Cyprus Safety Concerns

Rediff.com7 days ago

Indian Grandmaster Koneru Humpy is uncertain about competing in the Candidates Tournament in Cyprus due to safety concerns amid the West Asia conflict, despite assurances from FIDE.

Full day of play cancelled at Miami Open due to rain

Full day of play cancelled at Miami Open due to rain

Rediff.com6 days ago

The ocean-blue Grandstand court was rendered unplayable due to the relentless downpour rendering all first-round matches unplayable at Miami Open on Wednesday.

AIFF Women's Committee Alleges Lapses Led to Asian Cup 'Blunders'

AIFF Women's Committee Alleges Lapses Led to Asian Cup 'Blunders'

Rediff.com2 days ago

The All India Football Federation's women's committee chief, Valanka Alemao, has alleged procedural lapses by the body's technical committee led to a series of blunders during the national team's Asian Cup campaign, including ill-fitting jerseys.

Ukraine protests over detention of nationals in India

Ukraine protests over detention of nationals in India

Rediff.com18 Mar 2026

Ukraine has lodged a formal protest with India regarding the detention of six Ukrainian nationals in Mizoram, alleging unauthorised entry and unlawful activities. The Ukrainian Foreign Ministry is seeking consular access and immediate release of its citizens.

Chicken Adobo: Filipino Classic That Has My Heart!

Chicken Adobo: Filipino Classic That Has My Heart!

Rediff.com2 days ago

Mayur Sanap discovers a memorable chicken preparation in the Philippines.