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9/11: Remembering Lives Lost 25 Years On

9/11: Remembering Lives Lost 25 Years On

Rediff.com1 days ago

From FDNY tributes to preserved artifacts, these photographs document remembrance and the continuing impact of 9/11.

Mukesh Ambani: 'When Women of India Rise, India Rises'

Mukesh Ambani: 'When Women of India Rise, India Rises'

Rediff.com1 days ago

'When the women of India become unstoppable, India becomes unstoppable.'

How TCS Is Advancing AI-Led Manufacturing In India

How TCS Is Advancing AI-Led Manufacturing In India

Rediff.com3 days ago

Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) has inaugurated India's first Industrial Autonomy & Engineering Lab in Pune, a "lights-out factory lab" designed to advance AI-led manufacturing. The facility features a robotic battery pack assembly line, enabling manufacturers to prototype and scale AI-first production systems with minimal human intervention, simulating self-optimising factories.

Star-Studded Brazil Squad Set For Landmark India Match

Star-Studded Brazil Squad Set For Landmark India Match

Rediff.com2 days ago

Brazil has announced its 26-member squad, featuring stars like Vinicius Junior, Raphinha, and Marquinhos, for a historic first-ever football match against India on October 3 in Kolkata. This landmark fixture follows Brazil's Australia tour and promises a grand spectacle for Indian football fans.

Karen Khachanov makes US Open semi-finals after Alexander Blockx retires

Karen Khachanov makes US Open semi-finals after Alexander Blockx retires

Rediff.com2 days ago

Karen Khachanov has advanced to the U.S. Open semi-finals after his opponent, Alexander Blockx, retired due to injury. Blockx, who was already battling a rib injury, was visibly hampered by further physical issues during the match. Khachanov expressed his happiness at reaching the semi-finals and wished Blockx a speedy recovery. This marks Khachanov's first Grand Slam semi-final appearance since the 2023 Australian Open.

Edgbaston Test: Debutant Razaullah blasts 81 to stretch England's wait

Edgbaston Test: Debutant Razaullah blasts 81 to stretch England's wait

Rediff.com21 hours ago

Pakistan's lower order staged a spirited late fightback, with debutant Razaullah smashing 81 and sharing a 121-run stand with Abbas to frustrate England before dismissal.

Root surpasses Tendulkar's Test fifties record in England's sweep

Root surpasses Tendulkar's Test fifties record in England's sweep

Rediff.com3 hours ago

England captain Joe Root has surpassed Indian legend Sachin Tendulkar's record for the most half-centuries in Test cricket, achieving his 69th fifty during England's eight-wicket victory over Pakistan.

Siniakova-Townsend complete career Grand Slam with US Open crown

Siniakova-Townsend complete career Grand Slam with US Open crown

Rediff.com21 hours ago

Top seeds Katerina Siniakova and Taylor Townsend defeated American wildcards Ashlyn Krueger and Robin Montgomery to win the U.S. Open women's doubles final, completing their team career Grand Slam. This victory marks Siniakova's 12th Grand Slam doubles title and makes her the first player to achieve a career Grand Slam with two different partners.

Indian-origin woman arrested for killing 2 friends in US

Indian-origin woman arrested for killing 2 friends in US

Rediff.com6 hours ago

An Indian-origin woman, Anila Baby, has been arrested in California for allegedly murdering two of her friends, Ann Mary Mathew and Anjana Hari, in separate incidents within 90 minutes. The victims, also of Indian origin from Kerala, were reportedly strangled and stabbed, and run over by a car. The motive remains under investigation, and Baby faces two counts of first-degree murder.

3rd Test: England on verge of series sweep as Pakistan's struggles intensify

3rd Test: England on verge of series sweep as Pakistan's struggles intensify

Rediff.com1 days ago

Ollie Robinson's devastating two-wicket opening over left Pakistan reeling at 52-2, with England needing just eight wickets to seal a 3-0 series sweep at Edgbaston.

Triptii Dimri-AP Dhillon's Day Out With Apple

Triptii Dimri-AP Dhillon's Day Out With Apple

Rediff.com2 days ago

Triptii Dimri and AP Dhillon were spotted at the high-profile Apple launch event in California, where the tech giant unveiled its highly anticipated iPhone 18 Pro series and the groundbreaking foldable iPhone Duo.

New Study Reveals Impact Of Maternal Anaemia On Infant Brain Development

New Study Reveals Impact Of Maternal Anaemia On Infant Brain Development

Rediff.com2 days ago

A new study by King's College London and the University of Cape Town found that babies born to anaemic mothers have significantly smaller total brain volumes and key brain regions by age two. Using portable MRI scanners, researchers observed these differences from around 12 months of age, highlighting the critical impact of maternal anaemia on early infant brain development.

'Stay aggressive': Rybakina's plan to stop Sabalenka

'Stay aggressive': Rybakina's plan to stop Sabalenka

Rediff.com7 hours ago

Elena Rybakina, World No. 2, outlines her aggressive strategy to defeat World No. 1 Aryna Sabalenka in the US Open 2026 women's singles final. Rybakina aims to control rallies and prevent Sabalenka from dictating play in their 18th career meeting. Despite battling a foot injury and tough earlier rounds, Rybakina is determined to perform her best against Sabalenka, who is seeking a historic third consecutive US Open title.

Tripura's Asmita Dey Secures India's First Women's Judo Gold

Tripura's Asmita Dey Secures India's First Women's Judo Gold

Rediff.com1 Aug 2026

Judoka Asmita Dey from Tripura has won a gold medal in the women's 48 kg category at the Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, marking a historic first for an Indian woman judoka. Chief Minister Manik Saha and Sports Minister Tinku Roy congratulated Dey, highlighting her achievement as an inspiration for the nation.

Wasim Akram Says Pakistan Cricket Problems Are 'Deep Rooted'

Wasim Akram Says Pakistan Cricket Problems Are 'Deep Rooted'

Rediff.com3 days ago

Wasim Akram explains why Pakistan continues to struggle, highlighting problems in batting, bowling, fielding and the domestic first-class structure.

Yamal Makes Barcelona History at Just 19

Yamal Makes Barcelona History at Just 19

Rediff.com2 days ago

Lamine Yamal, at just 19 years and 58 days old, has become the youngest captain in Barcelona's history during a Champions League match against Feyenoord, surpassing Bojan Krkic's previous record.

Alexandra Eala First Player From Philippines To Win WTA Tour Singles Title

Alexandra Eala First Player From Philippines To Win WTA Tour Singles Title

Rediff.com4 Aug 2026

Alexandra Eala of the Philippines made history by becoming the first player from her country to win a WTA Tour-level singles title at the Washington Open, defeating top seed Jessica Pegula.

Maaya Rajeshwaran Revathi Exits US Open Junior Singles

Maaya Rajeshwaran Revathi Exits US Open Junior Singles

Rediff.com3 days ago

India's Maaya Rajeshwaran Revathi was defeated in the second round of the US Open junior singles by Arina Malygina. This loss further diminished India's presence at the tournament, following earlier exits by Arnav Paparkar in both singles and doubles.

Japan aims for cricket growth with historic India T20 match

Japan aims for cricket growth with historic India T20 match

Rediff.com1 days ago

Japan's cricket captain Kendel Kadowaki-Fleming and all-rounder Charlie Hara-Hinze believe the upcoming historic T20 match against India on September 22 can serve as a crucial springboard for the sustained growth of cricket in Japan, a country traditionally dominated by baseball.

Indian Teen Maaya Revathi Reaches US Open Junior Doubles Semis

Indian Teen Maaya Revathi Reaches US Open Junior Doubles Semis

Rediff.com5 hours ago

India's Maaya Rajeshwaran Revathi and her Ukrainian partner Antonina Sushkova concluded their impressive run at the US Open junior girls' doubles, losing in the semifinals to American twins Annika and Kristina Penickova. Despite the loss, their unseeded journey included significant upsets against seeded pairs.

India Crushes Pakistan 19-0 To Reach Junior Asia Cup Semi-Finals

India Crushes Pakistan 19-0 To Reach Junior Asia Cup Semi-Finals

Rediff.com2 days ago

India's Women's Junior Hockey team delivered a dominant performance, defeating Pakistan 19-0 to secure a spot in the semi-finals of the Women's Junior Asia Cup. The team showcased relentless attacking prowess, scoring consistently throughout the match and converting multiple penalty corners.

Young Golfer Hissi Besra Shines At US Kids India North Championship

Young Golfer Hissi Besra Shines At US Kids India North Championship

Rediff.com2 days ago

Hissi Besra, a promising young golfer, secured the US Kids India (North) title in the Girls 11-12 section with an outstanding round of 5-under 67. The tournament also saw strong performances from other junior golfers like Nihal Cheema, Rayirth Jain, and Drona Singh Dhull, showcasing emerging talent in Indian junior golf.

PIX: Barcelona Rout Feyenoord 5-1; Stuttgart's Demirovic Scores Hat-trick

PIX: Barcelona Rout Feyenoord 5-1; Stuttgart's Demirovic Scores Hat-trick

Rediff.com2 days ago

Barcelona captain Raphinha scored two goals, leading his side to a resounding 5-1 victory over Feyenoord in their opening Champions League fixture. Meanwhile, Ermedin Demirovic's hat-trick secured a 3-1 win for VfB Stuttgart against Viking Stavanger.

Xi arrives in Delhi for BRICS summit, talks with Modi at 6 pm

Xi arrives in Delhi for BRICS summit, talks with Modi at 6 pm

Rediff.com8 hours ago

Chinese President Xi Jinping's first visit to India in seven years for the BRICS Summit and bilateral talks with Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to address crucial aspects of India-China relations, including trade, investment, and persistent border tensions.

Sardar 2 Review: The Spy Who Bored Me

Sardar 2 Review: The Spy Who Bored Me

Rediff.com1 days ago

Sardar 2 has the interesting spy games, but too many convenient shortcuts and a tedious runtime leave this sequel struggling to match the crisp, engaging original, argues Sreeju Sudhakaran.

Mohammed Shami reveals desire to reach next level in his career

Mohammed Shami reveals desire to reach next level in his career

Rediff.com2 days ago

Veteran Indian pacer Mohammed Shami discusses his undiminished motivation and desire to reach the "next level" in his career, despite not playing for India since March 2025. He reflects on East Zone's Duleep Trophy final victory, which coincided with his 100th first-class match, and shares insights on playing domestic cricket, mentoring young players, and his tactical approach to bowling in challenging conditions.

International flights to get one-year landing charge waiver at Navi Mumbai

International flights to get one-year landing charge waiver at Navi Mumbai

Rediff.com2 days ago

The Airports Economic Regulatory Authority (AERA) has waived landing charges for international flights at the Navi Mumbai International Airport for one year, with phased discounts for subsequent years. This move aims to incentivise airlines to establish new international routes from the airport, modifying previous criteria that linked waivers to the broader Mumbai Metropolitan Region.

Serena, Salma Among Stars At Shelton-Tiafoe US Open Clash

Serena, Salma Among Stars At Shelton-Tiafoe US Open Clash

Rediff.com12 hours ago

The US Open semi-final between American tennis stars Ben Shelton and Frances Tiafoe attracted a host of celebrities from sports, film, and fashion, including Serena Williams and Trinity Rodman, to witness Shelton's victory.

Robinson achieves best bowling average since WWI, reaches 100 Test wickets

Robinson achieves best bowling average since WWI, reaches 100 Test wickets

Rediff.com3 days ago

Ollie Robinson reached 100 Test wickets in just 24 matches and now boasts the best bowling average among 100-wicket bowlers since World War I.

Champions League PIX: Big wins for Manchester United, Bayern Munich, Como

Champions League PIX: Big wins for Manchester United, Bayern Munich, Como

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The UEFA Champions League group stage commenced with contrasting fortunes for debutants Como and Sabah. Italian side Como secured a dominant 4-1 victory over RB Leipzig, celebrating their first-ever qualification in style at their upgraded home stadium. In contrast, Azerbaijani champions Sabah faced a challenging debut, suffering a 4-0 defeat against Manchester United at Old Trafford.

'Will properly handle differences': China as Xi visits India

'Will properly handle differences': China as Xi visits India

Rediff.com12 hours ago

Chinese President Xi Jinping is in New Delhi for the 18th BRICS Summit, where he is scheduled to hold bilateral talks with Prime Minister Narendra Modi. This visit, his first to India in nearly seven years, comes amidst efforts to normalise India-China relations following the 2020 Eastern Ladakh standoff and is expected to have significant implications for bilateral ties and BRICS cooperation.

Ishan Kishan, Tilak Varma Shine as Duleep Trophy Final Tilts East's Way

Ishan Kishan, Tilak Varma Shine as Duleep Trophy Final Tilts East's Way

Rediff.com3 days ago

Ishan Kishan made another strong red-ball statement with 80 after his 270, as East Zone moved within touching distance of the Duleep Trophy title.

BRICS declaration reaches consensus amid Iran-Saudi- UAE rift

BRICS declaration reaches consensus amid Iran-Saudi- UAE rift

Rediff.com6 hours ago

BRICS nations have successfully reached a consensus on a joint statement following extensive negotiations, with India playing a crucial role in bridging differences, particularly among West Asian members like Iran, Saudi Arabia, and the UAE, despite regional conflicts and geopolitical tensions.

US Think Tank Estimates India's Nuclear Warhead Count At 190

US Think Tank Estimates India's Nuclear Warhead Count At 190

Rediff.com2 days ago

A US nonprofit policy think tank, the Federation of American Scientists (FAS), estimates India's nuclear arsenal at 190 warheads, including those for new missiles under production. The report highlights India's ongoing modernisation of its nuclear capabilities and adherence to a no-first-use doctrine, while also noting uncertainties in warhead designs and plutonium reserves.

LIV Golf Files For Chapter 11 Bankruptcy, Plans Restructuring

LIV Golf Files For Chapter 11 Bankruptcy, Plans Restructuring

Rediff.com3 days ago

Professional men's golf league LIV Golf has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy in New Jersey, aiming to restructure its business with a $49.6 million loan from Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund.

Esterhuizen hundred lights up Windhoek as South Africa complete series victory

Esterhuizen hundred lights up Windhoek as South Africa complete series victory

Rediff.com23 hours ago

Connor Esterhuizen's maiden ODI century and a disciplined bowling display powered South Africa to a 157-run win over Namibia, sealing the three-match series 2-0 with one game remaining.

US Open PIX: Zverev races into quarters; Blockx stuns Cerundolo

US Open PIX: Zverev races into quarters; Blockx stuns Cerundolo

Rediff.com4 days ago

Alexander Zverev defeated Luciano Darderi to reach the US Open quarter-finals, marking his fourth consecutive Grand Slam quarter-final appearance this year.

Chinese Prez Xi to visit India for BRICS Summit; to hold talks with Modi

Chinese Prez Xi to visit India for BRICS Summit; to hold talks with Modi

Rediff.com1 days ago

Chinese President Xi Jinping's upcoming visit to India for the BRICS summit is a pivotal diplomatic event poised to significantly impact bilateral ties and global cooperation amidst ongoing international instability.

Women's Asia Cup: Fielding A Big Worry For India Despite Winning Run

Women's Asia Cup: Fielding A Big Worry For India Despite Winning Run

Rediff.com1 days ago

All-rounder Deepti Sharma has downplayed concerns about India's fielding ahead of the Women's Asia Cup T20 final, stating that dropped catches are 'a part of the game' and the team remains focused on a strong all-round performance.

Karnataka govt's two-stanza Vande Mataram order sparks political storm

Karnataka govt's two-stanza Vande Mataram order sparks political storm

Rediff.com1 days ago

The Congress government in Karnataka has issued an order limiting the singing of 'Vande Mataram' to its first two stanzas at state programmes, with exceptions for events attended by high-ranking officials. This decision, based on a 1937 Congress resolution, has drawn sharp criticism from the opposition BJP, which labels it "appeasement politics" and an insult to the national symbol.