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2nd T20I: Will India stick with Samson or pick Sooryavanshi?

2nd T20I: Will India stick with Samson or pick Sooryavanshi?

Rediff.com12 hours ago

Sanju Samson heads into the second T20I against England with his place under the spotlight, as teenage sensation Vaibhav Sooryavanshi waits in the wings after another underwhelming outing from the India opener.

Maharashtra monsoon turns fatal, tree fall kills ex-deputy mayor's son

Maharashtra monsoon turns fatal, tree fall kills ex-deputy mayor's son

Rediff.com12 hours ago

Rahul Ashok Patil, the 35-year-old son of a former deputy mayor of Mira-Bhayandar, died after a coconut tree fell on him during heavy rains and strong winds. He succumbed to his injuries two days after the incident, marking the first rain-related casualty in the city this monsoon.

Why protecting Vaibhav Sooryavanshi's childhood is as important as his cricket

Why protecting Vaibhav Sooryavanshi's childhood is as important as his cricket

Rediff.com12 hours ago

As India awaits Vaibhav Sooryavanshi's senior debut, experts urge cricket to remember the 15-year-old is still a child, highlighting the challenges of balancing extraordinary talent, growing fame and emotional well-being.

Manzambi's magic sends Switzerland to first World Cup knockout win in 88 years

Manzambi's magic sends Switzerland to first World Cup knockout win in 88 years

Rediff.com12 hours ago

Johan Manzambi continued his superb FIFA World Cup campaign by setting up Switzerland's opener in a 2-0 win over Algeria, ending the Swiss side's 88-year wait for a World Cup knockout victory and securing a place in the Round of 16.

EPF Scheme 2026: What's Changed for You?

EPF Scheme 2026: What's Changed for You?

Rediff.com12 hours ago

For members, the message is simple: don't be misled by headlines about '100% withdrawal'. The basic purpose of the EPF remains unchanged -- to help employees build a financial cushion for retirement while allowing limited access to savings for genuine needs during their working lives.

Messi's Latest Post Before FIFA World Cup Knockouts Hints Focus

Messi's Latest Post Before FIFA World Cup Knockouts Hints Focus

Rediff.com12 hours ago

Lionel Messi shared insights into Argentina's World Cup preparations in Miami, posting training moments on Instagram. The defending champions are gearing up for their Round of 32 clash against Cabo Verde, with Messi, at 39, remaining a pivotal figure for the team's success.

Is Tata Motors Becoming India's EV King?

Is Tata Motors Becoming India's EV King?

Rediff.com13 hours ago

Tata Motors expands its market leadership in India's electric passenger vehicle (ePV) segment, capturing 39 per cent of the market in Q1FY27, while simultaneously strengthening its position as the nation's second-largest carmaker amidst fierce competition and rapid market growth.

Junior Women's Hockey Squad Embarks On UK Exposure Tour

Junior Women's Hockey Squad Embarks On UK Exposure Tour

Rediff.com13 hours ago

A 24-member Indian Junior women's hockey team has travelled to the United Kingdom for an exposure tour, playing matches against junior teams from England, Scotland, the United States, and Belgium, as well as the Scotland senior women's team, to prepare for upcoming international tournaments like the Junior Asia Cup.

India's Services Sector Growth Hits 17-Month Low Amidst Softer Domestic Demand

India's Services Sector Growth Hits 17-Month Low Amidst Softer Domestic Demand

Rediff.com13 hours ago

India's services sector growth experienced a significant slowdown in June, reaching a 17-month low due to challenging market conditions and reduced domestic client interest, as indicated by the HSBC India Services PMI Business Activity Index.

Ranveer Singh's Dhurandhar Goes To Japan

Ranveer Singh's Dhurandhar Goes To Japan

Rediff.com13 hours ago

Ranveer Singh's record-shattering spy-action thriller Dhurandhar is set to captivate Japanese audiences.

Petkovic Reflects On Algeria's World Cup Exit

Petkovic Reflects On Algeria's World Cup Exit

Rediff.com13 hours ago

Algeria's coach Vladimir Petkovic attributed his team's 2-0 defeat to Switzerland and subsequent World Cup exit to costly defensive errors. He acknowledged the higher level of competition at the tournament and praised his team's overall performance, considering their return to the World Cup after 12 years and reaching the group stage a success despite the elimination.

Pune toddler drowns in trench, contractor booked

Pune toddler drowns in trench, contractor booked

Rediff.com13 hours ago

A two-year-old boy tragically died after falling into a trench filled with rainwater and sewage in Pune. Police have registered a case of negligence against the contractor responsible for the site, and an investigation is ongoing.

CNG bikes fall out of favour, Bajaj Freedom 125 hit badly

CNG bikes fall out of favour, Bajaj Freedom 125 hit badly

Rediff.com13 hours ago

Bajaj Auto, the sole player in India's CNG-powered motorcycle segment, has seen a dramatic drop in registrations for its Freedom 125 CNG bike, from a peak of 12,167 in November 2024 to just 1,211 in May this year, primarily due to reduced price arbitrage between petrol and CNG and growing availability challenges.

Teen's body lies in hospital for 2 days as Odisha doctors strike, autopsy delayed

Teen's body lies in hospital for 2 days as Odisha doctors strike, autopsy delayed

Rediff.com13 hours ago

A teenager who died in a landslide in Odisha's Sundargarh district has not had his post-mortem examination conducted for two days due to an ongoing 'ceasework' agitation by doctors. The delay is preventing his family from performing his last rites, highlighting the severe impact of the doctors' strike on essential services.

Iran Bids Final Farewell to Khamenei

Iran Bids Final Farewell to Khamenei

Rediff.com13 hours ago

Thousands of mourners and international delegates gathered as Iran paid its final respects to its late supreme leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, who was killed in an Israeli strike on February 28, in Tehran.

Tibetan protester sets himself afire outside UN headquarters, dies

Tibetan protester sets himself afire outside UN headquarters, dies

Rediff.com13 hours ago

A 42-year-old man, identified as Lobga Rangzen, died after setting himself on fire outside the United Nations headquarters in Manhattan. The act was an apparent protest, with a Tibetan flag and a 'CHINA OUT OF TIBET' slogan found at the scene, linking it to the ongoing Tibetan Independence Movement.

TVS Motor overtakes Hero, Honda in total two-wheeler sales for June

TVS Motor overtakes Hero, Honda in total two-wheeler sales for June

Rediff.com13 hours ago

TVS Motor Company has emerged as India's largest two-wheeler manufacturer by total sales volume in June 2026, surpassing long-standing leaders Hero MotoCorp and Honda Motorcycle & Scooter India, primarily driven by its strong international business performance.

Baby Do Die Do Review: Huma Qureshi's Film Doesn't Do Enough

Baby Do Die Do Review: Huma Qureshi's Film Doesn't Do Enough

Rediff.com13 hours ago

Baby Do Die Do struggles to find its footing as it moves from one contrived twist to another, observes Mayur Sanap.

Why Modi Should Watch Japan's Transformation Under Sanae Takaichi

Why Modi Should Watch Japan's Transformation Under Sanae Takaichi

Rediff.com13 hours ago

History may remember Takaichi Sanae not as the leader who simply accelerated Japanese rearmament, but as one who governed during Japan's transition from an industrial-age security model to a post-industrial strategic member of the global order, points out Varun Arya.

FIFA World Cup: Algeria Knocked Out As Switzerland Advance

FIFA World Cup: Algeria Knocked Out As Switzerland Advance

Rediff.com14 hours ago

Switzerland secured a vital 2-0 victory over Algeria propelling them into the Round of 16.

Daycare abuse: Karnataka govt seeks explanation from IT firm

Daycare abuse: Karnataka govt seeks explanation from IT firm

Rediff.com14 hours ago

Karnataka Minister Priyank Kharge has stated the state government's "zero tolerance" policy regarding the alleged abuse of toddlers at a Bengaluru daycare centre. An explanation has been sought from the company, and action will be taken based on the inquiry report. Five nannies have been arrested, and police are investigating the alleged physical and mental abuse.

Are You Making These 5 Monsoon Skincare Mistakes?

Are You Making These 5 Monsoon Skincare Mistakes?

Rediff.com14 hours ago

Aggressive scrubbing doesn't speed anything up; it just leaves your skin red, raw and angrier than before.

The Cornish connection: How English miners shaped Mexican football

The Cornish connection: How English miners shaped Mexican football

Rediff.com14 hours ago

Ahead of England's World Cup clash in Mexico, discover the remarkable 200-year-old story of how Cornish miners introduced football and the famous Cornish pasty to the country, shaping Mexico's sporting and cultural identity.

Tata Electronics overtakes Foxconn by assembling $26.3 bn iPhones for exports

Tata Electronics overtakes Foxconn by assembling $26.3 bn iPhones for exports

Rediff.com14 hours ago

Tata Electronics has surpassed Taiwanese giant Foxconn in assembling iPhones for export from India during the FY22-FY26 PLI scheme period, with exports valued at $26.3 billion compared to Foxconn's $25.6 billion.

FIFA World Cup 2026: Knockout Stage Schedule In IST

FIFA World Cup 2026: Knockout Stage Schedule In IST

Rediff.com14 hours ago

The complete schedule of FIFA World Cup 2026 in IST.

Ronaldo substituted, Portugal win: Martinez's gamble sparks debate

Ronaldo substituted, Portugal win: Martinez's gamble sparks debate

Rediff.com14 hours ago

Cristiano Ronaldo became the oldest scorer in a FIFA World Cup knockout match, but Portugal coach Roberto Martinez's bold decision to substitute his captain paid off as Goncalo Ramos scored a dramatic late winner against Croatia.

Will Nagraj Manjule Recreate Sairat Magic With Khashaba?

Will Nagraj Manjule Recreate Sairat Magic With Khashaba?

Rediff.com14 hours ago

The Khashaba teaser leaves behind the feeling that Marathi cinema is gearing up for something monumental, notes Mayur Sanap.

Deepa Thomas Is A Bahadur In...

Deepa Thomas Is A Bahadur In...

Rediff.com14 hours ago

Deepa Thomas, who is all geared up for the release of Rao Bahadur, is clearly a real bahadur when it comes to fashion.

Stock markets today: Sensex, Nifty jump as IT stocks lead rally

Stock markets today: Sensex, Nifty jump as IT stocks lead rally

Rediff.com14 hours ago

Indian benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty surged in early trade, driven by a rally in IT stocks and tempered expectations of US Federal Reserve monetary tightening following softer-than-expected US jobs data. Track Sensex, Nifty on July 3.

Indian embassy seeks probe into removal of sailor's organs in Venezuela

Indian embassy seeks probe into removal of sailor's organs in Venezuela

Rediff.com14 hours ago

The Indian Embassy in Venezuela has called for a thorough investigation into the alleged desecration and removal of organs from the body of Indian sailor Rakesh Chauhan. His wife and the Forward Seamen's Union of India claim a second post-mortem in India revealed all internal organs were missing, raising serious questions about his death and the handling of his remains.

'We won for Diogo': Ronaldo honours late teammate Jota

'We won for Diogo': Ronaldo honours late teammate Jota

Rediff.com14 hours ago

Portugal captain Cristiano Ronaldo led an emotional tribute to his late teammate Diogo Jota after their dramatic 2-1 victory over Croatia in the FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 32. The team dedicated their win to Jota, who tragically died in a car crash a year prior, posing with his No. 21 jersey and carrying his memory throughout the tournament.

Indian-Origin Founders Build Global Space Exchange

Indian-Origin Founders Build Global Space Exchange

Rediff.com14 hours ago

Nebex, founded by former Axiom Space executives, aims to build commercial infrastructure for the global space economy.

FIFA World Cup: What Ronaldo Did After Portugal's Win...

FIFA World Cup: What Ronaldo Did After Portugal's Win...

Rediff.com14 hours ago

Cristiano Ronaldo led an emotional tribute to his late team-mate Diogo Jota after Portugal's World Cup victory. over Croatia, marking the first anniversary of Jota's death. Ronaldo, visibly moved, wore Jota's jersey and pointed to the sky, a gesture that resonated deeply with fans and teammates.

FIFA World Cup: The Touching Ronaldo-Modric Moment Everyone Missed

FIFA World Cup: The Touching Ronaldo-Modric Moment Everyone Missed

Rediff.com15 hours ago

Luka Modri's illustrious international career concluded with Croatia's dramatic 2-1 defeat to Portugal in the World Cup. Despite a valiant effort, Croatia's hopes were dashed by a late Gonalo Ramos goal and a disallowed equaliser, marking an emotional exit for the 40-year-old football icon. Cristiano Ronaldo shared a poignant moment with his former teammate, acknowledging Modri's remarkable legacy.

UN warns Pakistan against 'reconstruction' at Taxila site

UN warns Pakistan against 'reconstruction' at Taxila site

Rediff.com15 hours ago

UNESCO has warned Pakistan that two historical sites within the Taxila World Heritage site could be placed on a "danger list" or even delisted if "unnecessary interventions" and "reconstructions" are not reversed. The UN cultural agency highlighted concerns about new masonry replacing ancient walls and increased wall heights, compromising the authenticity of the sites. Pakistani officials, however, maintain that the work constitutes conservation, not reconstruction.

Ronaldo becomes oldest scorer in FIFA World Cup knockouts

Ronaldo becomes oldest scorer in FIFA World Cup knockouts

Rediff.com15 hours ago

Cristiano Ronaldo became the oldest player to score in a FIFA World Cup knockout match, netting a penalty at 41 years and 147 days during Portugal's dramatic 2-1 victory over Croatia. This historic goal, his first in a World Cup knockout stage, helped Portugal advance to the Round of 16, with Ronaldo dismissing speculation about his future focus on the tournament.

WhatsApp Is Changing. Are You Safe?

WhatsApp Is Changing. Are You Safe?

Rediff.com15 hours ago

WhatsApp is finally letting you hide your phone number behind a custom username. While it's a massive win for privacy, cybersecurity experts warn it could unleash a wave of identity scams. Here is what you need to know.

FIFA World Cup: 'We were treated unfairly' vs Portugal: Croatia coach

FIFA World Cup: 'We were treated unfairly' vs Portugal: Croatia coach

Rediff.com15 hours ago

Croatia's World Cup exit sparked controversy after coach Zlatko Dali launched a furious attack on the refereeing following their 2-1 defeat to Portugal.

Why Investors Are Choosing Equity Savings Funds

Why Investors Are Choosing Equity Savings Funds

Rediff.com15 hours ago

The tax treatment of equity savings funds makes them appealing, especially to investors in higher income-tax brackets.

Super Subbu Review: Bold Subject, Bumpy Ride

Super Subbu Review: Bold Subject, Bumpy Ride

Rediff.com15 hours ago

Despite its uneven storytelling, Super Subbu deserves applause for turning India's discomfort with sex education into an entertaining, often insightful satire, notes Sreeju Sudhakaran.