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BCCI may send 'B' team to Asian Games after Japan row

BCCI may send 'B' team to Asian Games after Japan row

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The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) and the Asian Cricket Council (ACC) are reportedly dissatisfied with the arrangements and facilities for the upcoming Asian Games cricket tournament in Aichi-Nagoya, Japan. Concerns include inadequate dressing rooms, distant washrooms, and small hotel rooms. As a result, India might send a 'B' team instead of the previously announced full-strength squad, pending a report from a BCCI observer.

Sebi 'close' to approving NSE IPO, eyes broader market resilience

Sebi 'close' to approving NSE IPO, eyes broader market resilience

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The Securities and Exchange Board of India (Sebi) is reportedly 'close' to approving the National Stock Exchange's (NSE) initial public offering (IPO) draft documents, with an expected market debut by early next month. Sebi Chairman Tuhin Kanta Pandey also emphasised the regulator's focus on enhancing market resilience against evolving risks, including technology failures and the impact of artificial intelligence.

Bank account used in cyber fraud cases, Thane woman kills self

Bank account used in cyber fraud cases, Thane woman kills self

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A 38-year-old woman in Thane district committed suicide after discovering her bank account was allegedly used in multiple cyber fraud cases across several Indian states, leading to immense anxiety and police questioning notices.

School cook who molested 22 girls was jailed under POCSO Act

School cook who molested 22 girls was jailed under POCSO Act

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A cook at a government ashram school in Thane district, Ganpat Gavli, arrested for allegedly molesting 22 minor female students, was a habitual offender who had previously been jailed under the POCSO Act and reinstated, an official revealed.

CM Vijay hails Praggnanandhaa after historic Grand Chess Tour triumph

CM Vijay hails Praggnanandhaa after historic Grand Chess Tour triumph

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'...his victory in securing the champion's title is a fitting recognition of his extraordinary talent and unwavering perseverance.'

Kahaani Actor Kharaj Mukherjee And Wife Safe In Nepal

Kahaani Actor Kharaj Mukherjee And Wife Safe In Nepal

Rediff.com21 minutes ago

Bengali actor Kharaj Mukherjee and his wife Pratibha Mukherjee were stranded in Nepal due to heavy rains and flash floods, but their son Tamaghna Mukherjee has confirmed they are safe and making their way back home.

Why Smart People Still Fail At Retirement Planning

Why Smart People Still Fail At Retirement Planning

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Retirement planning is not a test of how smart you are; it is a test of how well you control your behaviour.

Why Are National Chess Champions Ignored?

Why Are National Chess Champions Ignored?

Rediff.com32 minutes ago

If winning the National Championship does not help a player make the national team, what exactly is the value of becoming India's national champion?

Punjab school headmaster arrested for raping 11-year-old girl

Punjab school headmaster arrested for raping 11-year-old girl

Rediff.com35 minutes ago

A 52-year-old government school headmaster in Hoshiarpur has been arrested for allegedly raping an 11-year-old girl earlier this month. The case was registered under the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita and POCSO Act, with investigations ongoing.

British Masters: Indian Golfers Face Delays As Rain Disrupts Opening Day

British Masters: Indian Golfers Face Delays As Rain Disrupts Opening Day

Rediff.com36 minutes ago

The first day of the Husqvarna British Masters was severely disrupted by persistent rain and storms, preventing Indian golfers Shubhankar Sharma and Yuvraj Sandhu from teeing off. Northern Ireland's Tom McKibbin took an early lead before play was suspended due to weather.

'Seeds were sown much earlier': Vidit on Praggnanandhaa's rise

'Seeds were sown much earlier': Vidit on Praggnanandhaa's rise

Rediff.com39 minutes ago

Indian Grandmaster R Praggnanandhaa has made history by becoming the first Indian to win the Grand Chess Tour Finals in St. Louis, defeating GM Fabiano Caruana in a stunning comeback. Chess legends Garry Kasparov and Vidit Gujrathi congratulated him on this significant achievement.

Nepal floods: 'She was coming for Raksha Bandhan, but decided to visit Kailash first'

Nepal floods: 'She was coming for Raksha Bandhan, but decided to visit Kailash first'

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An NRI couple from Vadodara, Kinnari and Mihir Patel, who travelled to Nepal from New Zealand, have gone missing after devastating flash floods hit the region, prompting their family to appeal to the government for swift rescue action.

Gauff carries Cincinnati momentum into US Open bid

Gauff carries Cincinnati momentum into US Open bid

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After securing her first title of the season at the Cincinnati Open, American tennis star Coco Gauff is brimming with confidence and aiming for a championship run at the US Open, seeking her third Grand Slam crown.

West Asia Disruption Keeps Oil Prices Firm, $100/bbl Risk Looms

West Asia Disruption Keeps Oil Prices Firm, $100/bbl Risk Looms

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Oil prices are expected to remain elevated due to disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz, with both the US Energy Information Administration (EIA) and Rabobank International forecasting firm prices and a potential surge above $100 a barrel if disruptions worsen.

Peter Cullen, Voice Of Optimus Prime In Transformers, Dies

Peter Cullen, Voice Of Optimus Prime In Transformers, Dies

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Canadian voice actor Peter Cullen, best known for giving life to the heroic Optimus Prime across the Transformers films, has passed away at 85.

OTT Releases: Alpha, Bandar, I, Nobody

OTT Releases: Alpha, Bandar, I, Nobody

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Enjoy Alia-Sharvari's fighter fervour, back to back Bobby Deol and tons more on OTT this week.

How an ice-rock avalanche caused devastating floods in Nepal

How an ice-rock avalanche caused devastating floods in Nepal

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Scientists are examining how a possible glacial collapse and ice-rock avalanche may have triggered the devastating flash floods along Nepal's Bhote Koshi River, with preliminary assessments indicating that debris may have temporarily blocked the Lhende River and created a landslide dam that subsequently gave way.

Sabalenka under pressure as US Open title defence looms

Sabalenka under pressure as US Open title defence looms

Rediff.com1 hour ago

Aryna Sabalenka aims to secure her third consecutive US Open title, a feat not achieved since Serena Williams. However, a recent dip in form and a challenge to her world number one ranking from Elena Rybakina cast doubt on her chances, with experts noting her vulnerability.

Iran in deep trouble, US military action still on the table: Trump

Iran in deep trouble, US military action still on the table: Trump

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US President Donald Trump indicated that American military operations targeting Iran might not have concluded, while firmly rejecting immediate talks with Tehran. He asserted that Iran is facing severe military and economic difficulties and possesses limited capabilities, despite the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz.

Style, Style, Style... That's Tara Sutaria's Mantra

Style, Style, Style... That's Tara Sutaria's Mantra

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Tara Sutaria's recent fashion streak feels like a very glamorous reminder of how the stylish '80s can inspire you.

LaLiga: Barcelona secure first home win of season against Athletic Bilbao

LaLiga: Barcelona secure first home win of season against Athletic Bilbao

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Raphinha and Fermin Lopez scored for Barcelona in their 2-0 victory over Athletic Bilbao at the Camp Nou, marking their first home win of the LaLiga season and putting them level on points at the top of the table.

'Trying to kill him': Imran Khan's sons raise alarm

'Trying to kill him': Imran Khan's sons raise alarm

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Imran Khan's sons, Suleiman and Kasim Khan, alleged in a Sky Sports interview that there is a "blatant" attempt to kill their father in prison, describing his conditions as severely worsened and isolating.

NIELIT To Establish Quantum And AI University In Amaravati

NIELIT To Establish Quantum And AI University In Amaravati

Rediff.com1 hour ago

Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu has approved the establishment of India's first dedicated Quantum and AI University campus in Amaravati by NIELIT. This significant project, funded by the MeitY, Government of India, will focus on advanced technologies like Quantum, AI, and Semiconductors, integrating education, research, and entrepreneurship.

Mumbai's Kolis Celebrate Narali Purnima

Mumbai's Kolis Celebrate Narali Purnima

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Mumbai's Koli (fisher) community marked the Narali Purnima festival with sea offerings, folk performances, boat rituals and traditional coconut games.

Quantum Computing: AI's Next Frontier

Quantum Computing: AI's Next Frontier

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Quantum computing is set to redefine artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, and scientific discovery, promising unprecedented speeds and capabilities while also necessitating urgent development of quantum-safe security measures and strategic enterprise readiness, says Sunil Varghese.

Amit Shah Leads Review For India's 2036 Olympics, 2030 CWG Bids

Amit Shah Leads Review For India's 2036 Olympics, 2030 CWG Bids

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Home Minister Amit Shah chaired a high-level meeting in Ahmedabad to review India's preparations for hosting the 2030 Commonwealth Games and its bid for the 2036 Olympic Games. The meeting, also attended by Union Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya and Gujarat's Deputy CM Harsh Sanghavi, highlighted the government's commitment to establishing India as a global sporting destination. Discussions also covered the 2029 World Police and Fire Games, set to be held in Ahmedabad.

Stock Markets Today: Sensex, Nifty Gain On Rally In IT Stocks

Stock Markets Today: Sensex, Nifty Gain On Rally In IT Stocks

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Indian benchmark equity indices, Sensex and Nifty, rebounded in early trade after two days of losses, driven by strong buying in blue-chip IT stocks and a rally in global markets.

Colombo Draw Exposes India's Big Problem

Colombo Draw Exposes India's Big Problem

Rediff.com2 hours ago

A world-class Test team can't afford to have a bowling attack that allows batters to feel comfortable. To be the world's best Test team, all departments of the game should be strong and striking.

Abu Dhabi Targets Indian Tourists

Abu Dhabi Targets Indian Tourists

Rediff.com2 hours ago

'India was the emirate's largest international source market by hotel guest volume.'

Who Should Avoid F&O Trading?

Who Should Avoid F&O Trading?

Rediff.com2 hours ago

Futures and options (F&O) trading suits investors with good market knowledge, sufficient risk capital, a tested strategy and strong discipline.

Babita Singh Reporting Review: Cop Movie With A Difference

Babita Singh Reporting Review: Cop Movie With A Difference

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Babita Singh Reporting goes past the messy homes and humming markets to reflect the daredevilry of a protagonist coming into her own. What ensues is a raw and thrilling marriage of momentum and meltdown across awkward inquiries made within junkie hideouts, suspicious relatives, battered classmates and Ravan's effigy, applauds Sukanya Verma.

The Secret Tukaram Mundhe Won't Reveal

The Secret Tukaram Mundhe Won't Reveal

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Whether it's a five-star banquet hall, a school lunch supplier, a blood bank, or a Bollywood actors' surrogate advertisements, Tukaram Mundhe seems to have an opinion, a bye-law, and very possibly an inspection team on standby.

Banks Oppose Subhash Chandra Repayment Plan

Banks Oppose Subhash Chandra Repayment Plan

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'Resolution plan with this much haircut is totally unviable.'

Nepal flash floods: Toll rises to 469, search ops continue

Nepal flash floods: Toll rises to 469, search ops continue

Rediff.com2 hours ago

Flash floods in central Nepal have resulted in a death toll of 469, with search and rescue operations ongoing for the third day. Bodies have been recovered from eight districts, and over 1,500 people have been rescued. The disaster was triggered by an ice-rock avalanche from a glacial collapse, causing widespread devastation.

Why Couldn't India Get Dinusha Out?

Why Couldn't India Get Dinusha Out?

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'Every batter has a shortcoming somewhere. You need to find where the shortcoming is.'

What Angry Nature Can Do To A Country

What Angry Nature Can Do To A Country

Rediff.com3 hours ago

The flash floods in Nepal's Nuwakot district have left a trail of destruction, damaging homes, roads and infrastructure and disrupting lives.

For Didi: 8 Raksha Bandhan Recipes

For Didi: 8 Raksha Bandhan Recipes

Rediff.com3 hours ago

Cook up a Raksha Bandhan meal for your sis. Head into the kitchen and surprise her with a meal that will make her real khush.

Who are the other women's contenders to look out for at the US Open?

Who are the other women's contenders to look out for at the US Open?

Rediff.com3 hours ago

As the U.S. Open approaches, the women's draw is packed with Grand Slam winners, rising stars, and hungry contenders, including Naomi Osaka, Elena Rybakina, Linda Noskova, Amanda Anisimova, Mirra Andreeva, Jessica Pegula, and Marta Kostyuk, all vying for a deep run in New York.

Uttarakhand: 13 glacial lakes marked 'sensitive' amid Nepal floods

Uttarakhand: 13 glacial lakes marked 'sensitive' amid Nepal floods

Rediff.com3 hours ago

Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami has directed officials to strengthen regular monitoring and safety measures for 13 identified 'sensitive' glacial lakes in the state, citing potential risks in hilly regions.

Meet The New Faces Of Mirzapur: The Movie

Meet The New Faces Of Mirzapur: The Movie

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Mirzapur: The Movie brings back some familiar faces, resurrects a few dead ones and adds a fresh crop of actors to its blood-soaked big-screen world.