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Remembering Jaspal Rana: The Pioneer Who Transformed Indian Shooting

Remembering Jaspal Rana: The Pioneer Who Transformed Indian Shooting

Rediff.com12 Jun 2026

Jaspal Rana, a legendary Indian shooter and influential coach, has passed away at 49 after battling cardiac issues. He was a pioneer who brought shooting into the national spotlight with his fearless performances and later shaped the careers of many world-class athletes, including Manu Bhaker, leaving an indelible mark on Indian sports.

Digital Commerce: Why Indians Lose Rs 28,000 Crore

Digital Commerce: Why Indians Lose Rs 28,000 Crore

Rediff.com10 Jun 2026

Dark patterns are no longer just a consumer protection concern, but a broader macroeconomic challenge affecting the long-term sustainability of India's digital commerce ecosystem.

India U17 Women's Team Suffers Defeat Against Australia

India U17 Women's Team Suffers Defeat Against Australia

Rediff.com2 May 2026

India's AFC U17 Women's Asian Cup campaign began with a 0-2 defeat against Australia, marking their return to the competition after 21 years. Theodora Mouithys and an own goal secured the win for Australia.

First Chargesheet Filed Under India's Uniform Civil Code

First Chargesheet Filed Under India's Uniform Civil Code

Rediff.com14 May 2026

Uttarakhand Police have filed the country's first chargesheet under the Uniform Civil Code (UCC) in a case involving alleged 'triple talaq' and 'halala'. The chargesheet, submitted in a Haridwar court, names nine individuals accused of dowry harassment, marital torture, and illegal divorce.

Bangladesh make history with first-ever ODI series win over Australia

Bangladesh make history with first-ever ODI series win over Australia

Rediff.com11 Jun 2026

Bangladesh secured a landmark series victory over a second-string Australian side with a composed chase in a rain-affected second One-Day International in Dhaka on Thursday, taking an unassailable 2-0 lead in the three-match contest.

Shubman Gill rises as Brook tops ICC Test rankings

Shubman Gill rises as Brook tops ICC Test rankings

Rediff.com10 Jun 2026

Shubman Gill climbed to eighth in the latest ICC Test batting rankings, while Harry Brook returned to the top spot, replacing England teammate Joe Root.

Former Captain Tamim Iqbal Elected Bangladesh Cricket Board President

Former Captain Tamim Iqbal Elected Bangladesh Cricket Board President

Rediff.com8 Jun 2026

Former Bangladesh captain Tamim Iqbal has been elected as the President of the Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB), becoming the youngest to hold the position. He plans to bring structural changes and ensure transparency within the board, having previously led an ad-hoc committee.

How Yastika Bhatia Overcame Injury To Star Against England

How Yastika Bhatia Overcame Injury To Star Against England

Rediff.com29 May 2026

Yastika Bhatia made a remarkable comeback from an ACL injury, scoring a match-winning half-century against England in the first women's T20I. Bhatia's resilience and partnership with Jemimah Rodrigues led India to a 38-run victory.

Vikram Bhatt: 'The Spirits Left Me To Rot In Jail Alone'

Vikram Bhatt: 'The Spirits Left Me To Rot In Jail Alone'

Rediff.com4 days ago

'Horror keeps me safe. When I tried to do something else and abandoned the spirits, I landed up in prison.'

'Why Did US Shoot A Missile Killing Indians?'

'Why Did US Shoot A Missile Killing Indians?'

Rediff.com13 Jun 2026

'The US was well aware of the nationality of the seafarers on board the vessels. It was not hidden. The nationality of those aboard a merchant ship is known to all the ports.' 'So, why did US shoot a missile that resulted in the deaths of the Indian mariners?'

Gukesh can take inspiration from Praggnanandhaa's perseverance: Vishy Anand

Gukesh can take inspiration from Praggnanandhaa's perseverance: Vishy Anand

Rediff.com9 Jun 2026

Legendary Viswanathan Anand hailed R Praggnanandhaa's highly competitive style of play.

Top cop terms AI171 crash as 'most painful' chapter of his career

Top cop terms AI171 crash as 'most painful' chapter of his career

Rediff.com11 Jun 2026

Gujarat's Director General of Police Gyanendra Singh Malik describes the devastating Air India crash in Ahmedabad a year ago, which killed 260 people, as the 'most painful' chapter of his career, highlighting the unprecedented speed of the emergency response and DNA identification process.

Top TMC leader Firhad Hakim quits as Kolkata mayor amid party turmoil

Top TMC leader Firhad Hakim quits as Kolkata mayor amid party turmoil

Rediff.com5 Jun 2026

Senior TMC leader Firhad Hakim has resigned as the mayor of the Kolkata Municipal Corporation (KMC), citing an inability to function properly. His resignation, approved by Mamata Banerjee, comes amidst significant political turbulence within the TMC following recent election defeats and a wave of councillor resignations, raising questions about the party's urban political structure.

Defensive Errors Cost India In U-17 Asian Cup Loss

Defensive Errors Cost India In U-17 Asian Cup Loss

Rediff.com6 May 2026

India's Under-17 AFC Asian Cup campaign began with a 0-4 defeat to Australia, highlighting defensive vulnerabilities and missed opportunities.

India Retain Top Spot In ICC ODI Team Rankings

India Retain Top Spot In ICC ODI Team Rankings

Rediff.com11 May 2026

India has retained their top position in the ICC men's ODI team rankings following the latest annual update, with Australia securing the third spot. The update impacts direct qualification for the 2027 Cricket World Cup.

Recipe: Deepa Reinvents Dahi Rice

Recipe: Deepa Reinvents Dahi Rice

Rediff.com10 Jun 2026

The Recipe for a North Indian yoghurt-chawal.

UAE to store 30 mn barrels of crude in India's petroleum reserve: Misri

UAE to store 30 mn barrels of crude in India's petroleum reserve: Misri

Rediff.com16 May 2026

Foreign secretary Vikram Misri on Friday shared key details on agreements between India and the UAE, stating that the UAE will store up to 30 million barrels of crude oil in India's strategic petroleum reserve following Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit.

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi rewrites IPL history, eclipses Chris Gayle's sixes record

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi rewrites IPL history, eclipses Chris Gayle's sixes record

Rediff.com27 May 2026

At just 15, Vaibhav Sooryavanshi continues to rewrite IPL history, with the Rajasthan Royals sensation now breaking one of the league's most iconic batting records held by Chris Gayle.

Mutilated Body Of Missing Boy Found In Kota Forest

Mutilated Body Of Missing Boy Found In Kota Forest

Rediff.com27 May 2026

The mutilated body of a 10-year-old boy, who had been missing, was discovered near a forest in Kota's Railway Colony area. Police suspect the involvement of a 16-year-old neighbour in the killing.

Why Ricky Ponting Believes Shreyas Iyer Should Captain India's T20 Team

Why Ricky Ponting Believes Shreyas Iyer Should Captain India's T20 Team

Rediff.com20 May 2026

Ricky Ponting, Punjab Kings head coach, has endorsed Shreyas Iyer as a potential T20 captain for India, highlighting Iyer's maturity and leadership qualities despite recent team setbacks.

Saba Karim questions Suryakumar's future, backs Patidar for T20 captaincy

Saba Karim questions Suryakumar's future, backs Patidar for T20 captaincy

Rediff.com4 Jun 2026

Former India cricketer and selector Saba Karim believes Suryakumar Yadav's inconsistent form might cost him a spot in India's T20 World Cup 2028 plans. Karim also suggested Rajat Patidar, Shreyas Iyer, Sanju Samson, and Ishan Kishan as potential captaincy candidates, while expressing doubts about Hardik Pandya's leadership. He also advocated for the inclusion of 15-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi in the national squad.

Delhi HC quashes cases against NewsClick, editor Prabir Purkayastha

Delhi HC quashes cases against NewsClick, editor Prabir Purkayastha

Rediff.com10 Jun 2026

The Delhi High Court has quashed cases registered by the Delhi Police and the Enforcement Directorate against news portal NewsClick and its editor-in-chief Prabir Purkayastha, citing that the continuation of the FIR was 'a gross abuse of the process of law' and the investment was an economic decision that 'did not spell out any criminal offence'.

Dabur's robust India biz showing lifts shares

Dabur's robust India biz showing lifts shares

Rediff.com9 May 2026

Dabur India's shares rose 3.7 per cent after reporting in-line Q4FY26 results, driven by a healthy 10 per cent growth in its India business, despite some analysts remaining cautious about future execution.

IPL 2026: RCB Shine, MI Flounder, And The Road Ahead

IPL 2026: RCB Shine, MI Flounder, And The Road Ahead

Rediff.com1 Jun 2026

A review of the IPL 2026 season, highlighting the successes of Royal Challengers Bengaluru and Gujarat Titans, while noting the disappointing performances of Mumbai Indians and Lucknow Super Giants, setting the stage for significant changes.

Praggnanandhaa scripts history, becomes first Indian to win Norway Chess title

Praggnanandhaa scripts history, becomes first Indian to win Norway Chess title

Rediff.com6 Jun 2026

Grandmaster R Praggnanandhaa has made history by becoming the first Indian to win the prestigious Norway Chess title.

Sri Lanka airport lease near China-controlled Hambantota port opens door for India

Sri Lanka airport lease near China-controlled Hambantota port opens door for India

Rediff.com17 May 2026

India is closely monitoring Sri Lanka's decision to offer foreign investors control of an airport near the China-controlled Hambantota port, as it could present a rare opening for Indian firms seeking strategic footholds in the Indian Ocean.

'Modi's Concerned About India's Economic Vulnerabilities'

'Modi's Concerned About India's Economic Vulnerabilities'

Rediff.com14 May 2026

'...especially pressure on the rupee, the current account deficit, and foreign exchange outflows.' 'The key question over the next several months is whether the government can prevent external turbulence from feeding into domestic economic pessimism.'

Indian Golfers Eye Big Prize At Morocco's IGPL Bharath Classic

Indian Golfers Eye Big Prize At Morocco's IGPL Bharath Classic

Rediff.com3 Jun 2026

Gaganjeet Bhullar leads a strong contingent of Indian golfers, including Pukhraj Gill and Karandeep Kochhar, at the USD 500,000 IGPL Bharath Classic in Morocco, where a win offers a full card to the main Tour and opportunities for the International Series.

Virat, Anushka celebrate IPL 2026 win with ashram visit in Vrindavan

Virat, Anushka celebrate IPL 2026 win with ashram visit in Vrindavan

Rediff.com2 Jun 2026

Virat Kohli and Anushka Sharma visited the ashram of Sant Premanand Maharaj in Vrindavan to seek blessings after Royal Challengers Bengaluru's IPL victory.

Before Obsession, 10 Desi Must Watch Horror Gems

Before Obsession, 10 Desi Must Watch Horror Gems

Rediff.com10 Jun 2026

From psychological mind-benders to folklore nightmares and zombie comedies, these 10 Hindi horror films prove Bollywood has produced far more than just things that go bump in the night.

IOC Pays Tribute To Randhir Singh's Legacy

IOC Pays Tribute To Randhir Singh's Legacy

Rediff.com27 May 2026

The International Olympic Committee mourns the death of veteran Indian sports administrator Randhir Singh, recognising his significant contributions to the Olympic Movement.

Is Rs 1 Cr Enough For Retirement?

Is Rs 1 Cr Enough For Retirement?

Rediff.com6 days ago

Of course, NOT! Here's why. And here's how you can increase your Rs 1 crore retirement corpus.

Born with a diamond spoon: Lalit Modi defends luxury life

Born with a diamond spoon: Lalit Modi defends luxury life

Rediff.com4 Jun 2026

Former IPL Commissioner Lalit Modi, who claims that there is no wrongdoing by him in the legal cases faced by him in India, has said that he was born with "a diamond spoon", has a kingsize lifestyle, travels everywhere and that "Rs 10-12 crore" may not last with him a week.

Protection products fuel double-digit VNB growth for major life insurers

Protection products fuel double-digit VNB growth for major life insurers

Rediff.com3 Jun 2026

Major life insurers in India reported close to double-digit growth in the value of new business (VNB) last financial year, primarily driven by increased sales of high-margin protection and non-participating (non-par) products.

Backlift crucial for modern batters to thrive in all formats: Sachin Tendulkar

Backlift crucial for modern batters to thrive in all formats: Sachin Tendulkar

Rediff.com3 Jun 2026

Batting great Sachin Tendulkar said adaptability is the key to succeeding across all formats of cricket, stressing that a batter's backlift plays a crucial role in adjusting to the demands of the game.

'Shivakumar Is The Richest Politician In The Country'

'Shivakumar Is The Richest Politician In The Country'

Rediff.com5 Jun 2026

'In the (election) affidavit, he had declared Rs 1,400 crores as his assets. He has educational institutions, real estate, malls, etc.'

Haunted 3D: Echoes Of The Past Review: More Laughs Than Scares

Haunted 3D: Echoes Of The Past Review: More Laughs Than Scares

Rediff.com12 Jun 2026

Haunted 3D: Echoes Of The Past has no real scares, no real acting, no real sets, no real drama, no real crows and no real 3D effects, sighs Sreeju Sudhakaran.

Reliance Begins Green Energy Rollout From Jamnagar Complex

Reliance Begins Green Energy Rollout From Jamnagar Complex

Rediff.com28 May 2026

Reliance Industries has delivered the first batch of solar modules from its green energy complex in Jamnagar, Gujarat, marking the operational rollout of its New Energy business. The company is developing an integrated clean energy manufacturing ecosystem, including solar modules, batteries, green hydrogen, and bio-energy infrastructure.

Cannabis, Opium Derivatives Dominate India's Drug Seizure Landscape

Cannabis, Opium Derivatives Dominate India's Drug Seizure Landscape

Rediff.com6 May 2026

According to the NCRB, cannabis and opium derivatives continued to dominate India's drug seizure landscape in 2024, with enforcement agencies confiscating over 9.42 lakh kilograms of narcotic substances under the NDPS Act.

'PhysicsWallah Targets 30% Revenue Growth In FY27'

'PhysicsWallah Targets 30% Revenue Growth In FY27'

Rediff.com5 Jun 2026

Ed-tech unicorn PhysicsWallah is strategically targeting a 30% revenue improvement by FY27, leveraging AI-led automation, aggressive expansion into southern Indian markets, and a strong focus on student learning outcomes and enrolment growth.