Udayan Mane, Milind Soni and Manav Shah are tied for the lead at the IGPL Invitational South Africa after the first day. Gaganjeet Bhullar and Karandeep Kochhar are also in contention.
A businessman in Aligarh was allegedly murdered by his neighbour after he refused to lend him money, according to police. The accused and three associates have been arrested in connection with the crime.
'The BJP successfully merged governance with identity. That's a powerful combination in Assam's political context.'
Diksha Dagar impressed at the Investec SA Women's Open, while Patricia Schmidt leads the tournament.
'The real fault line in Assam is not Hindu versus Muslim. It is Assamese versus Bengali -- and within that, the specific anxiety about undocumented Bangladeshi settlers claiming land and altering the demographic balance of the state.'
India's Prachi Gaikwad won gold in the women's 50m rifle 3-positions at the ISSF Junior World Cup in Cairo. Naraen Pranav added a bronze in the men's 10m air rifle, boosting India's medal tally.
Shiva Narwal secured gold in the men's 10m air pistol event at the ISSF Junior World Cup, with Chirag Sharma winning bronze.
Indian wrestler Sujeet Kalkal, dominant in the 65kg category, attributes his success to consistency and self-belief, aiming for gold at the upcoming Asian Games and World Championships.
The Indian women's hockey team played to a 2-2 draw against Scotland in their second match of the FIH Hockey World Cup 2026 Qualifiers, maintaining their lead in Pool B.
Green was acquired by the Kolkata-based franchise for a record Rs 25.20 crore, making him the most expensive overseas signing in IPL history.
CA Sumeet Mehta analyses the Union Budget 2026-2027, identifying key positives and negatives.
A pro at bargaining, a skill she takes great delight in, 20-year-old Femina Miss India World 2023, loves to street shop.
'The brand of cricket we wanted to play was the same, result is in front of us.'
Pranavi Urs, the only Indian golfer to make the cut, improved her position at the Joburg Ladies Open, while several French golfers lead the competition.
Mumbai Indians spinner Raghu Sharma's 15-year journey of struggle, faith and persistence culminates in a memorable IPL breakthrough at age 33.
A television actor in Mumbai has filed a police complaint against a maid he hired online, alleging the theft of foreign currency and jewellery worth over Rs 7 lakh from his residence.
At the grand finale of the 74th Miss Universe beauty pageant hin Bangkok, Mexico's Fatima Bosch defeated 121 contestants from across the world, including India to bag the Miss Universe 2025 title.
Gaganjeet Bhullar battled tough conditions to shoot one-over 72 in the third round of the Singapore Open, remaining inside the top-5. Korea's Jeongwoo Ham leads the USD 2 million International Series event.
Shubman Gill missed the Gujarat Titans vs Rajasthan Royals IPL 2026 match due to a muscle spasm, impacting GT's performance.
Valentine's Day may be global. But love in India is beautifully local.
Mitchell Starc has been cleared to play in the Indian Premier League and is expected to join Delhi Capitals for their match against Rajasthan Royals on May 1.
Indian shooters had a disappointing outing at the ISSF Shotgun World Cup in Tangier, with both mixed team pairs finishing low in the standings.
The blandness of the script and the just about passable performances make Mercy a wearying watch, particularly since the complexities of euthanasia are not adequately explored, observes Deepa Gahlot.
A 43-year-old man has been arrested in Mumbai for allegedly stealing valuables worth Rs 30 lakh from his girlfriend's house after she refused to lend him money.
Former India captain Sunil Gavaskar said an early dropped catch of Virat Kohli proved decisive as Royal Challengers Bengaluru defeated Gujarat Titans in an Indian Premier League 2026 match in Bengaluru on Friday, April 24, 2026.
Indian exporters are unlikely to receive direct tariff refunds from the US's $166 billion payout, but the rollback of reciprocal duties is enhancing their pricing power and improving order prospects, particularly in textiles, apparel, and engineering goods.
A Thai cargo vessel was struck by missiles near the Strait of Hormuz, leaving three crew members missing and prompting a rescue operation by the Royal Navy of Oman.
Vaibhav Sooryavanshi's explosive century went in vain as Ishan Kishan and Abhishek Sharma smashed half-tons as Sunrisers Hyderabad beat Rajasthan Royals by 5 wickets.
Indian wrestler Sujeet Kalkal, dominant in the 65kg category, attributes his success to consistency and self-belief, focusing on self-improvement and rigorous training for upcoming challenges like the Asian Games and World Championships.
In his absence, Ishan Kishan has been leading SRH, who are currently placed fourth on the table with two wins from five matches.
'Mobius made EMs investable and India his most enduring belief.'
Tim David discusses the challenges of being a finisher in T20 cricket and how he manages pressure in the IPL. He credits the top-order batsmen for making his job easier and emphasises the importance of practice and adapting to different bowling styles, particularly spin.
In Rediff's new series on modern marriages, young couples from across India discuss how they deal with differences of opinion, lifestyle preferences and personal choices. Here, Megha* tells Rishika Shah/Rediff how she coped with the unexpected challenges that followed her impulsive marriage to her best friend.
Indian weightlifter Mirabai Chanu is determined to win a medal at the Asian Games, the only major title missing from her collection. She also spoke about the importance of the Khelo India Tribal Games.
Five-time Indian National Rally champion Hari Singh remains missing after a speedboat crash in the Maldives. Industrialist Gautam Singhania was among those on board.
India's men's 4x400m and mixed 4x100m relay teams delivered impressive performances at the International Invitation Relay Competition in Chandigarh, significantly improving their chances of qualifying for the World Athletics Relays in Botswana. However, the men's 4x100m team faced disappointment due to a disqualification.
Ryan Rickelton's whirlwind unbeaten ton was overshadowed by Heinrich Klaasen's unbeaten 65 as Sunrisers Hyderabad defeated Mumbai Indians by six wickets in an IPL match in Mumbai on Wednesday. Chasing a 244-run target, Travis Head (76 off 30) and Abhishek Sharma (45 off 24) shared 129 runs for the opening wicket to set the platform for SRH.
Actor-singer Diljit Dosanjh missed out on the Best Actor award at the 53rd International Emmy Awards 2025, where he was nominated for his performance in Imtiaz Ali's Amar Singh Chamkila.
Two men accused of attempted murder in Delhi's Chhawla area were arrested after a shootout with police. The accused, Rocky and Sumit, were allegedly involved in an attempted murder on April 17. During the arrest, Rocky opened fire at the police, who retaliated, injuring him.
It's been well over two decades but missing an Olympic medal after coming reasonably close to it rankles Mohammed Riaz to this date even though some of his regret has eased after seeing the national team claim podium finishes in the mega-event's last two editions.
