A shortened game will be like a sprint where the risk element will be high. Who will win when emotion meets execution remains to be seen. K R Nayar reports from Colombo.
After losing his central contract and slipping down the pecking order, Ishan Kishan rebuilt his game and mindset through discipline, meditation and domestic grind - culminating in a defining performance against Pakistan.
Benchmark equity indices Sensex and Nifty extended their gains for the second straight session on Monday, driven by optimism over the India-US trade deal and robust buying in public sector banks, consumer durables, and realty stocks.
A law student in Punjab's Tarn Taran district allegedly shot and killed a female classmate inside their classroom before turning the gun on himself.
120 Bahadur is not just a war movie. It is a tribute, a history lesson, and an emotional journey into the heart of military courage, states Lt Gen Devendra Pratap Pandey, Retd.
Stand-in skipper Harry Manenti called it a dream come true as Italy secured their maiden T20 World Cup win with a dominant 10-wicket victory over Nepal.
Australia, dealing with injury concerns surrounding captain Mitchell Marsh, will face a potentially tricky Zimbabwe side in their upcoming T20 World Cup Group B match. The Aussies are aiming for a Super Eights spot, but Zimbabwe's bowling attack and experienced players could pose a challenge.
South Africa begins their T20 World Cup campaign against Canada, while Zimbabwe faces Oman in another match. Both South Africa and Zimbabwe aim to make a strong impact in the tournament.
The spotlight is on mystery spinners like Varun Chakravarthy and Usman Tariq, who could exploit the Premadasa Stadium's testing pitch during the India vs Pakistan T20 World Cup on Sunday.
New Zealand pacer Matt Henry highlights the fierce rivalry between New Zealand and South Africa ahead of their crucial T20 World Cup match, emphasizing the historical context and the importance of adapting to conditions.
November is a busy month on OTT with several series arriving, in their next season after being vastly successful in earlier instalments.
'Sunny sir was very different from what we imagined -- calm, shy, and soft-spoken. He didn't talk much, just smiled gently.'
The T20 format is built on speed and the ability to think on one's toes, but a Super Over finish is like a diamond that will sparkle forever, points out K R Nayar.
Adarsh Gourav makes his playback singing and rap debut with Tu Yaa Main, Shanaya Kapoor cheers on.
rediffGURU Dr Deepa Suvarna, a practising paediatrician with over 25 years of experience recommends simple lifestyle changes to improve your child's immunity, sleep and appetite.
'My personal style is timeless, minimal, not trend-based'. Kritika Kamra, the elegant chic diva!
Novak Djokovic went down fighting 2-6, 6-2, 6-3, 7-5 to Alcaraz, who bagged his first Melbourne Park title and became the youngest man to win all four majors.
'What if a ring had gotten stolen, or a gem had fallen? There were uncut diamonds, rubies and emeralds. And the security from the jewellery shop came to watch the shoot.'
The Natural History Museum, London, has officially unveiled the 24-image shortlist for the 2026 Nuveen People's Choice Award. This prestigious contest, a key part of the Wildlife Photographer of the Year competition and supported by lead sponsor Nuveen, invites the public to decide which image will be crowned the winner.
'I welcome all my actresses, I welcome all the actors. I am here because of you.'
This year's Economic Survey and the Union Budget were more closely followed for more reasons than one.
'Tarique Rahman's refrain during the electoral campaign was that the minorities are safe under BNP. He has to honour that promise.'
When we took the aaram se test, we found that it did offer huge head and leg room and a wee bit more space than what the prevailing autorickshaws offer.
Protests continue in Kolkata against attacks on minority Hindus in Bangladesh. BJP leader Suvendu Adhikari threatens a large-scale protest if the attacks are not stopped.
Norwegian biathlete Sturla Holm Laegreid confessed to cheating on his girlfriend after winning a bronze medal at the Winter Olympics, publicly apologizing and begging for forgiveness.
Nepalese cricket fans transformed Mumbai's Wankhede Stadium into a vibrant 'Kathmandu away from home' during their T20 World Cup match against England, creating an electrifying atmosphere that fueled the team's spirited performance.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the Northeast's first Emergency Landing Facility in Assam, boosting regional defense and disaster response capabilities.
Kapil Sharma's 'Kis Kisko Pyaar Karoon 2' is set for its OTT release on JioHotstar after a theatrical run. The film features Kapil Sharma, Warina Hussain, Manjot Singh, Parul Gulati, Tridha Choudhary and Ayesha Khan.
This Valentine's week, three men who planned the 'perfect' proposal tell us what it actually takes to pull off that dream moment. Behind the scenes, though, it's usually a mix of nerves, secrecy, near-disasters and hope that the moment lands the way it's meant to.
She loves a little drama, a lot of shine and outfits that aren't afraid to stand out.
Sunny Deol. Akshaye Khanna. Anil Kapoor. Madhuri Dixit. Saif Ali Khan. Manoj Bajaypee. Netflix's 2026 slate packs a starry punch.
He added that the BSF, working with the Army, had neutralised eight terrorists in four infiltration attempts in 2025.
New Zealand pacer Jacob Duffy reflects on years of waiting, breaking a Sir Richard Hadlee record and finally making his World Cup debut at 31.
Sshe watched a video on the YouTube channel titled 'Venkaaram to melt fat and slim body', and on January 16, she bought the substance from a native medicine shop
West Indies coach Daren Sammy says no team can win the T20 World Cup without beating hosts India, calling them favourites and the biggest hurdle to the title.
Watch Grammy nominee Siddhant Bhatia discuss his journey, and also perform from his Sounds Of Kumbha album.
You can compound money. You cannot compound being young and stupidly in love. So? 'Don't Play Small' this Valentine's Day
Citizens across Gujarat celebrated India's 77th Republic Day with unique aquatic tributes.
Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola says he will continue speaking out on global violence and humanitarian crises, using his platform to advocate for victims from Palestine to Ukraine.
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