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Why Bhavani Devi Is Appealing Her Two-Month Fencing Ban

Why Bhavani Devi Is Appealing Her Two-Month Fencing Ban

Rediff.com6 days ago

India's top fencer, Bhavani Devi, has issued an unconditional apology and appealed the two-month suspension she received after being shown a Black Card at the Asian Fencing Championships. The Fencing Association of India is supporting her appeal to the FIE, citing her clean disciplinary record and the upcoming World Championships.

Sooryavanshi will be a force for Indian cricket, world cricket: Sangakkara

Sooryavanshi will be a force for Indian cricket, world cricket: Sangakkara

Rediff.com2 days ago

Rajasthan Royals' head coach Kumar Sangakkara and Royal Challengers Bengaluru's batting coach Dinesh Karthik have lauded 15-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, highlighting his exceptional talent, grounded nature, and immense confidence.

Indian Pharma Bets Beyond US Generics

Indian Pharma Bets Beyond US Generics

Rediff.com4 days ago

Companies are investing heavily in complex injectables, respiratory therapies and biosimilars to improve margins and diversify portfolios.

Indian Badminton Stars Advance In US Open Super 300

Indian Badminton Stars Advance In US Open Super 300

Rediff.com5 days ago

Indian women's doubles pair Treesa Jolly and Gayatri Gopichand advanced to the second round of the US Open Super 300 badminton tournament. Rounak Chouhan also secured a spot in the men's singles main draw, while other Indian players like Kidambi Srikanth and several women's singles participants are set to compete.

Diana Edulji On India's Tough Road To T20 World Cup Semifinals

Diana Edulji On India's Tough Road To T20 World Cup Semifinals

Rediff.com4 days ago

Former India captain Diana Edulji believes the Indian women's cricket team faces a significant challenge to qualify for the Women's T20 World Cup semifinals after their recent loss to South Africa. She highlighted the team's need to win their remaining matches against Bangladesh and Australia and discussed the team's T20 playing style.

Indian Boxers Advance In World Cup Stage 2

Indian Boxers Advance In World Cup Stage 2

Rediff.com17 Jun 2026

Indian boxers Nikhil, Deepak, and Saneh secured victories in their respective weight categories at the Boxing World Cup Stage 2 in Guiyang, China, advancing to the next round. Two other Indian boxers faced defeats, while two more are scheduled to compete on the following day.

India A's Sri Lanka Tour: Selectors watch closely as Aquib Nabi seeks breakthrough

India A's Sri Lanka Tour: Selectors watch closely as Aquib Nabi seeks breakthrough

Rediff.com5 days ago

The India A squad is set to tour Sri Lanka for a two-match red-ball series, offering a crucial platform for emerging cricketers like Aquib Nabi, Gurnoor Brar, Sai Sudharsan, and Devdutt Padikkal to impress selectors and stake their claim for a spot in the senior national team. Dhruv Jurel will captain the side.

Airbound, Andhra sign MoU to build large-scale drone delivery network

Airbound, Andhra sign MoU to build large-scale drone delivery network

Rediff.com3 days ago

The initiative is expected to begin with operations in Guntur, with both parties working towards enabling 10,000 daily drone flights across Andhra Pradesh over the coming year, a scale that could position the state among the largest commercial drone delivery networks globally.

Can Sinner stop Djokovic's Wimbledon charge?

Can Sinner stop Djokovic's Wimbledon charge?

Rediff.com3 days ago

Defending champion Jannik Sinner returns to Wimbledon with his aura of invincibility dented after a dominant stretch, leaving the world number one to prove he can impose his game on grass and keep the challengers led by Novak Djokovic at bay.

Inside GSB Cuisine Queen Komal Prabhu's Kitchen

Inside GSB Cuisine Queen Komal Prabhu's Kitchen

Rediff.com1 days ago

Discover the inspiring journey of Komal Prabhu, called the Queen of GSB Cuisine, that saw her switch professions -- a Bharata Natyam dancer became a celebrated chef devoted to preserving traditional Gaud Saraswat Brahmin food traditions.

Shreyas Iyer rues middle-overs lapse after shock defeat to Ireland on captaincy debut

Shreyas Iyer rues middle-overs lapse after shock defeat to Ireland on captaincy debut

Rediff.com3 days ago

India skipper Shreyas Iyer said his bowlers had the Irish batters on tenterhooks early on but rued the lack of execution in the middle overs after the visitors suffered a shock 34-run defeat in the opening T20I in Belfast on Friday.

Stock Markets Today: Sensex, Nifty Rebound as Crude Prices Ease

Stock Markets Today: Sensex, Nifty Rebound as Crude Prices Ease

Rediff.com6 days ago

Indian benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty rebounded in early trade, recovering from previous losses, driven by softening crude oil prices and renewed buying interest in blue-chip stocks. Analysts note that the fall in Brent crude below USD 77 has removed significant macro headwinds for India, contributing to market stability.

Your Complete MCX Trading Calendar for June-July 2026

Your Complete MCX Trading Calendar for June-July 2026

Rediff.com5 days ago

Commodity trading on MCX is quite different from trading equities on the NSE or BSE. During the June-July period, the commodity market players in India will encounter several commodity contract expiries.

Coach Dragan Mihailovic's Vision For Indian Volleyball's Future

Coach Dragan Mihailovic's Vision For Indian Volleyball's Future

Rediff.com3 days ago

India's men's volleyball team achieved an unbeaten run to the AVC Men's Volleyball Cup semi-finals, propelling them to World No. 42. Head coach Dragan Mihailovic attributes this success to discipline and a structured system but stresses the need for consistent international exposure, longer national camps, and a robust development pathway to sustain and build upon this momentum, especially amidst administrative uncertainty in Indian volleyball.

2nd Test: Root, Brook fight on but New Zealand set for big win

2nd Test: Root, Brook fight on but New Zealand set for big win

Rediff.com21 Jun 2026

Chasing 463 for victory, England's Joe Root and Harry Brook hit half tons, even as Kyle Jamieson had the hosts reeling with three-wickets, on day four of the second Test at the Oval in London on Saturday.

Nihang-police standoff in Uttarakhand ends after talks

Nihang-police standoff in Uttarakhand ends after talks

Rediff.com3 days ago

The Nihangs have called off their planned protest march in Uttarakhand related to a recent dispute at the Karnaprayag market in Chamoli and a gurdwara in Nagrasu.

INDIA bloc may meet next month to chalk out anti-BJP strategy: Mamata

INDIA bloc may meet next month to chalk out anti-BJP strategy: Mamata

Rediff.com24 May 2026

Former West Bengal chief minister Mamata Banerjee on Sunday said members of the INDIA bloc were likely to meet in the first week of June to discuss a joint strategy, while asserting that the opposition camp was prepared for a prolonged political battle.

India concede two late goals to lose 1-2 to Germany in FIH Pro League

India concede two late goals to lose 1-2 to Germany in FIH Pro League

Rediff.com19 Jun 2026

India inexplicably conceded two late goals to lose to reigning world champions Germany 1-2 in their FIH Pro League match in Rotterdam on Thursday.

Race Walk Coach Calls For Fair Asian Games Selection Considering Tough Weather

Race Walk Coach Calls For Fair Asian Games Selection Considering Tough Weather

Rediff.com3 days ago

India's race walk coach Ronald Weigel has urged national selectors to consider the extremely humid conditions during the National Inter-State Championships when picking the team for the upcoming Asian Games. He highlighted how tough weather significantly slows down endurance athletes and suggested holding future selection events in more favourable conditions like Bengaluru.

FIFA World Cup: 'Impossible' done! Ecuador stuns Germany

FIFA World Cup: 'Impossible' done! Ecuador stuns Germany

Rediff.com4 days ago

Ecuador's World Cup nightmare turned into a dream, as La Tri's once seemingly doomed campaign was resurrected against Germany in a remarkable conclusion to Group E on Thursday.

SETL Invests Rs 500 Crore In AI Datacenter Sector With GScale Energy Acquisition

SETL Invests Rs 500 Crore In AI Datacenter Sector With GScale Energy Acquisition

Rediff.com5 days ago

Hyderabad-based SETL, a precision engineering company, has acquired a 51% majority stake in GScale Energy Private Limited, an AI Datacenter Engineering infrastructure specialist. This strategic move involves an initial investment of Rs 190 crore, with a total commitment of Rs 500 crore, marking SETL's expansion into the rapidly growing AI Datacenter sector and leveraging its expertise from pharmaceutical and chemical industries.

FIFA World Cup: What Did Messi and Ronaldo Post Before Big Matches?

FIFA World Cup: What Did Messi and Ronaldo Post Before Big Matches?

Rediff.com7 days ago

Football superstars Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo have taken to social media to share their preparations for crucial FIFA World Cup 2026 group-stage matches. Messi, fresh off a hat-trick, is fine-tuning for Argentina's clash against Austria, while Ronaldo, after a frustrating draw, is refocusing for Portugal's game against Uzbekistan.

Reliance succession 'almost complete' as children take charge: Mukesh Ambani

Reliance succession 'almost complete' as children take charge: Mukesh Ambani

Rediff.com19 Jun 2026

Billionaire Mukesh Ambani announced that the transfer of day-to-day management responsibilities at Reliance Industries to his children, Akash, Isha, and Anant, is "almost complete," marking the final stages of a significant succession process for India's most valuable company.

US-Iran Talks, Crude Oil, Macro Data to Dictate Bullion Trend

US-Iran Talks, Crude Oil, Macro Data to Dictate Bullion Trend

Rediff.com21 Jun 2026

Analysts predict that developments in US-Iran negotiations, fluctuations in crude oil prices, and key global economic data will be the primary drivers of gold and silver prices in the coming week, with a strong focus on talks in Switzerland.

Global Streaming Transforms Music But...

Global Streaming Transforms Music But...

Rediff.com3 days ago

Streaming has globalised the entertainment industry, enabling artists like Diljit Dosanjh and Arijit Singh to reach diverse international audiences.

Apple hikes MacBook, iPad prices by 20-42%

Apple hikes MacBook, iPad prices by 20-42%

Rediff.com4 days ago

Apple has increased the starting prices of MacBook and iPad models by 20-42 per cent compared to their launch prices across the globe, including India, mainly due to higher memory chip costs. The new price list on Apple India's website shows that the company has increased the price of the MacBook Pro built on the M5 series chip by about 20 per cent.

Jio Platforms board approves IPO for 27 crore share sale, DRHP to be filed today

Jio Platforms board approves IPO for 27 crore share sale, DRHP to be filed today

Rediff.com19 Jun 2026

Jio Platforms Ltd, the digital and telecommunications arm of Reliance Industries, has received board approval to file draft papers for an initial public offering (IPO) involving a fresh issue of up to 27 crore equity shares. The draft red herring prospectus (DRHP) is expected to be filed with SEBI today, marking a significant value-creation event for Reliance shareholders.

England Penalised 12 WTC Points For Slow Over-Rate

England Penalised 12 WTC Points For Slow Over-Rate

Rediff.com22 Jun 2026

England's aspirations for a maiden World Test Championship final appearance have been significantly impacted after they were docked 12 points due to a slow over-rate during their recent defeat to New Zealand at The Oval. The penalty, alongside a 50% match fee fine, has caused their points percentage to drop, making their path to the final more challenging.

Safeguarding rules: Vaibhav Sooryavanshi to follow special protocols during England tour

Safeguarding rules: Vaibhav Sooryavanshi to follow special protocols during England tour

Rediff.com5 days ago

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, who is expected to become India's youngest-ever international cricketer when he takes the field against Ireland in Belfast on Friday, will be provided separate changing facilities throughout the subsequent T20 series in England due to safeguarding regulations governing underage athletes.

India, US 'Very Close' to Historic Trade Deal

India, US 'Very Close' to Historic Trade Deal

Rediff.com5 days ago

The United States and India are on the verge of finalising a landmark bilateral trade deal, aiming to boost trade to USD 500 billion by 2030, according to US Deputy Assistant Secretary of State Bethany Poulos Morrison. The agreement seeks to open India's 1.4 billion-strong market to American goods on reciprocal terms, with ongoing high-level discussions to recalibrate the pact after recent changes in US tariff policy.

Drones To Drive India's Logistics And Clean Tech Growth

Drones To Drive India's Logistics And Clean Tech Growth

Rediff.com15 Jun 2026

A new study predicts a 55 per cent surge in drone deployment across India's logistics and clean tech sectors over the next three years, driven by rapid digitalisation and the need for faster, more sustainable solutions. The Indian logistics market is projected to nearly double to USD 428.7 billion by 2033, highlighting a significant transformation in these key industries.

Axar Patel on Pant return to Delhi Capitals: 'This is his home'

Axar Patel on Pant return to Delhi Capitals: 'This is his home'

Rediff.com5 days ago

Rishabh Pant has been traded back to the Delhi Capitals from Lucknow Super Giants in a significant IPL player exchange, with Kuldeep Yadav moving to LSG. Delhi Capitals captain Axar Patel expressed his delight, welcoming Pant and emphasising the mutual understanding and freedom Pant will have. This move marks Pant's return to his original IPL franchise after a period with LSG where he struggled to justify his high price tag.

Rs 370 biryani remark row: NCW rejects comic Pranit More's apology

Rs 370 biryani remark row: NCW rejects comic Pranit More's apology

Rediff.com7 days ago

The National Commission for Women (NCW) rejected apologies from stand-up comedians Pranit More, Madhur Virli, and audience member Himanshu Jangra regarding alleged objectionable and misogynistic content against women. The commission emphasised that freedom of speech does not justify normalising the violation of women's bodily autonomy or trivialising heinous crimes. The controversy stemmed from a viral video where Jangra's 'Rs 370 biryani' remark, implying expected intimacy for a date, drew widespread backlash.

Ex-Wimbledon champion Vondrousova Banned For Four Years Over Doping Test Refusal

Ex-Wimbledon champion Vondrousova Banned For Four Years Over Doping Test Refusal

Rediff.com7 days ago

Former Wimbledon women's champion Marketa Vondrousova has been suspended for four years by the International Tennis Integrity Agency (ITIA) for refusing an out-of-competition anti-doping test in December.

Delhi cabbie who killed 11-yr-old says he was 'looking for sex'

Delhi cabbie who killed 11-yr-old says he was 'looking for sex'

Rediff.com5 days ago

A cab driver in Delhi has allegedly confessed to kidnapping and murdering an 11-year-old girl, whom he abducted from a pavement while she slept with her family. The accused, Bashu Kumar Singh, reportedly killed the child after an attempted sexual assault failed due to erectile dysfunction, dumping her body near the Faridabad-Gurugram border.

Bangladesh turns to China on Teesta: Should India be concerned?

Bangladesh turns to China on Teesta: Should India be concerned?

Rediff.com4 days ago

Dhaka and Beijing on Thursday agreed to strengthen cooperation on the management of the Teesta and other rivers and signed 13 agreements to bolster bilateral ties following talks between Bangladeshi Prime Minister Tarique Rahman and Chinese Premier Li Qiang.

Harry Kane's crucial miss delays England's World Cup knock-out stage confirmation

Harry Kane's crucial miss delays England's World Cup knock-out stage confirmation

Rediff.com6 days ago

England captain Harry Kane missed a crucial opportunity against Ghana, blazing a close-range shot over the bar, which denied his side an immediate spot in the World Cup round of 32. The 0-0 draw means England must now wait to confirm their progression.

3rd Test: New Zealand openers frustrate England with record 317-run stand

3rd Test: New Zealand openers frustrate England with record 317-run stand

Rediff.com4 days ago

New Zealand took control of the third Test at Trent Bridge with Tom Latham and Devon Conway setting a record partnership for the Kiwis against England on Thursday.

Sena-UBT hopeful of Nimbalkar's stay as he is set to take a call today

Sena-UBT hopeful of Nimbalkar's stay as he is set to take a call today

Rediff.com21 Jun 2026

The Shiv Sena (UBT) remains optimistic that Osmanabad (Dharashiv) MP Omprakash Raje Nimbalkar, one of six dissident parliamentarians, will not abandon the Uddhav Thackeray-led party, despite his recent statement about deciding his political future after consulting his constituents.

What We Think Rashmika Is Ordering At The Bar

What We Think Rashmika Is Ordering At The Bar

Rediff.com7 days ago

If Diya from Cocktail 2 walked into a bar, she'd probably skip the cocktails and order a cute mocktail instead. That's exactly the vibe Rashmika Mandanna brings to the table with her sunshine, mischief and girl-next-door charm.