Hockey India Secretary General Bhola Nath Singh revealed that Punjab, Odisha, and Tamil Nadu are strong contenders to host the 2030 FIH Men's and Women's World Cups, with Odisha being the preferred choice. He also outlined Hockey India's strategy to expand the sport's reach across the country by bringing international tournaments to various states and focusing on infrastructure development. The article also touches upon player selection for the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics, with Hockey India giving team management a free hand.
From television screens to the big screen, Isha Malviya is entering a new chapter of her acting journey, and her fashion choices deserve a spotlight of their own. The actress, who hails from Narmadapuram in Madhya Pradesh, first caught viewers' attention with her role as Jasmine Kaur Sandhu in the television show Udaariyaan. She went on to expand her popularity with reality television, including Bigg Boss 17, where her personal life and relationships became a talking point.
A relationship expert talks about physical intimacy, opposite-gender friendships and why loyalty is about more than just not cheating.
'My recommendation: Stay in your job. Don't make it your dream job for life.' 'Then use your nights, weekends and holidays to build something on the side -- something you're passionate about, something you'd love to do -- without putting any pressure on yourself to earn money from it from day one.' 'It may take six months, 12 months, maybe even two years, but it will unlock something you won't know how to value until you experience it.'
Bayern Munich coach Vincent Kompany has been discharged from hospital after collapsing in training last week due to a meningeal irritation. He is now resting and taking medication, with no set date for his return to the touchline.
Former India cricketer Vivek Razdan has shared his preferred batting lineup for India's first T20I against Afghanistan, advocating for Shreyas Iyer to retain his number four spot and Sanju Samson to open the innings. Razdan emphasized performance over the left-right batting combination, highlighting Samson's recent T20 form. The series opener will also see a selection dilemma with multiple openers available and marks Iyer's first home series as captain.
'When you are content with your life, you become a much more difficult customer for companies trying to persuade you to spend.' 'When you are unhappy or constantly comparing yourself with others, you become more vulnerable to advertising and impulsive purchases.'
Anup Bagchi has officially taken over as the managing director and chief executive of HDFC Bank, becoming the first outsider to lead the institution in its three-decade history. He steps into the role facing significant challenges related to core income growth and margins, and will focus on completing the merger with HDFC and engaging with stakeholders.
'Read the prospectus as a capital allocator deciding whether the business deserves your capital at the offered price.'
Australia captain Pat Cummins will give Steve Smith every chance to recover from a neck injury before the decisive third Test against South Africa at Newlands, with team selection pending.
Kajal Dhochak secured a silver medal in the women's 76kg category at the World Wrestling Championships after a close final loss to Anastasiya Alpyeyeva on Wednesday. This marked India's second silver of the day, with Neelam Sirohi also finishing second in the 50kg category, making it a historic day for Indian women's wrestling.
Bayern Munich coach Vincent Kompany was rushed to hospital after collapsing during reserve-team training, with the club prioritising his health as he undergoes thorough medical examinations.
Michael Carrick continued to lead Manchester United training despite mounting pressure following a winless run of eight matches, with the club focusing on preparations for their upcoming match against Chelsea.
The Supreme Court has refused to entertain the Centre's plea challenging the Calcutta High Court's decision to uphold the maintainability of Public Interest Litigations (PILs) against the Great Nicobar Island mega-infrastructure project. The PILs allege violations of the Forest Rights Act and impact on Particularly Vulnerable Tribal Groups. The apex court directed the High Court to proceed with hearing all related petitions.
She was one of the many stars glittering at the ELLE India Beauty Awards, marking two decades of celebrating the products, people and innovations shaping the beauty industry.
Multiple borrowings and weak cash flows are causing repayment delays among gold loan borrowers.
The ELLE India Beauty Awards returned for their 20th edition on October 27 in Mumbai, marking two decades of celebrating the products, people and innovations shaping the beauty industry.
'It is not the market that is a competitor to SIPs . It is your lifestyle.'
The BJP has launched a new song, "Modi Kahin Nahi Jaayega," as part of its social media campaign against Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge's controversial "baap" remark about Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The song asserts Modi's continued presence and criticises the opposition's language, while the Congress has also intensified its social media attacks, accusing the government of "vote chori" ahead of an INDIA bloc rally.
rediffGURU Dr Shyam Jamalabad, a dentist with nearly three decades of experience, offers tips on how you can maintain good dental hygiene.
Alisha Chopra is one of the fresh faces making her way into the spotlight with Pehla Pyaar Doosri Baar. But the actress has been steadily building her screen career long before her latest outing brought her to the attention of Hindi film audiences.
'90% of the returns of people who actually make money over a period of time comes from what is called temperament.'
Oppo's latest flagship smartphone combines a high-resolution AMOLED display, a powerful MediaTek processor and a versatile Hasselblad-tuned camera system.
India is reportedly exploring an ODI series in South Africa before the 2027 World Cup, a move initiated by the team management to gain crucial exposure to conditions and fine-tune preparations for the tournament.
New Zealand's pace bowlers Lockie Ferguson and Matt Henry have been ruled out of the remaining two T20 Internationals against India due to calf and quad injuries, respectively, dealing a significant blow to the Black Caps' squad.
Chennai Super Kings have parted ways with batting coach Mike Hussey after eight years, as the five-time champions overhaul their coaching staff following three disappointing IPL seasons.
Ramayana: Part 1 had its grand premiere in Los Angeles, drawing attention ahead of its global release on November 5.
Commonwealth Games silver medallist Gyaneshwari Yadav achieved a commendable eighth-place finish in the women's 53kg event at the IWF World Championships in Ningbo, China, topping Group C. Meanwhile, star Indian weightlifter Mirabai Chanu withdrew from the competition due to a back injury, missing her debut in the 53kg category.
Kimi Antonelli secured victory at the US Grand Prix, bringing him to the verge of becoming Formula One's youngest-ever champion. The Mercedes driver now needs only two points in Mexico to clinch the title, despite efforts from rivals Lewis Hamilton and George Russell to delay his triumph. Charles Leclerc finished second, with Max Verstappen third.
Former junior national champion Shoaib Khan defeated emerging cueist Mohit Gupta 4-3 in a thrilling final to win the Delhi State 6-Red Snooker Championship on Monday. Khan made a remarkable comeback after trailing 2-3 to secure the title.
New Zealand head coach Rob Walter expressed disappointment over his team's missed opportunities in the first two T20Is against India, acknowledging that while they played well for large parts, they failed to capitalise on crucial moments, leading to two close defeats.
Indian golfer Anirban Lahiri has carded a five-under 66 to share the third-round lead at the Link Hong Kong Open. He is now in contention for his first worldwide title since 2015, joining three other golfers at 14-under ahead of Sunday's final round.
OpenAI CEO Sam Altman has stressed the critical importance of understanding and mitigating AI-related security threats, even over productivity gains. He highlighted how AI systems are uncovering numerous software vulnerabilities, necessitating new methods for detection and repair. Altman's remarks follow recent incidents where AI agents exposed serious flaws in widely used programming languages and even breached isolated test environments.
Glimpses of tourists enjoying Shikara rides and the tranquil waters of Dal Lake on a brisk morning in Srinagar on October 26, 2026.
A crisp and comforting slightly decadent snack.
Congress leader Rahul Gandhi was acquitted by a special MP-MLA court in Sultanpur on Monday in a defamation case stemming from his 2018 remarks against then BJP president Amit Shah. The court ruled that Gandhi's statement was not defamatory and the complainant, Vijay Mishra, was not an aggrieved person. Mishra's lawyer plans to challenge the verdict.
India bowling coach Morne Morkel reveals a 'bulletproof' workload management plan for the New Zealand tour, including rotation and backup bowlers ahead of the Tests.
Indian sprinter Simran has won her second gold medal at the Asian Para Games, triumphing in the women's 100m T12 event with a new Games record of 12.02 seconds on Wednesday. This follows her 200m gold on Tuesday, also achieved with a Games record. Simran, a 26-year-old Paralympics bronze medallist, is making a strong comeback with her new guide.
'As a youngster, if you are not investing in yourself and your active income, you will not be able to reach the first 1 crore mark.'
'Xi is conveying that China is a pre-eminent power, and India should modulate its actions or approaches accordingly.'
