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Times Square turns yoga hub as thousands join global event

Times Square turns yoga hub as thousands join global event

Rediff.com22 Jun 2026

Thousands of Yoga enthusiasts and practitioners assembled at the iconic Times Square here on Sunday for a day-long session of the ancient Indian practice to commemorate International Day of Yoga.

Australia whip England, win Women's T20 World Cup title for record-extending 7th time

Australia whip England, win Women's T20 World Cup title for record-extending 7th time

Rediff.com6 Jul 2026

Australia beat England by seven wickets to win the Women's T20 World Cup for a record-extending seventh time at Lord's on Sunday.

Harry Kane Surpasses Gary Lineker To Become England's All-Time World Cup Top Scorer

Harry Kane Surpasses Gary Lineker To Become England's All-Time World Cup Top Scorer

Rediff.com28 Jun 2026

Harry Kane has surpassed Gary Lineker's long-standing record to become England's all-time leading goal scorer at World Cups.

Time India Embraces China And US

Time India Embraces China And US

Rediff.com26 Jun 2026

India's dual pursuit of a robust strategic partnership with Washington and a pragmatic, tension-management policy with Beijing represents the essence of modern multi-alignment. By embracing economic pragmatism, learning to compartmentalize political differences, and engaging in continuous dialogue, India can secure its borders, grow its economy, and contribute to a stable, multipolar Asian century, points out Ambassador Rajasekhar.

First Time Germany Knocked Out On Penalties At World Cup

First Time Germany Knocked Out On Penalties At World Cup

Rediff.com30 Jun 2026

Germany's shootout defeat by Paraguay on Monday was the first time they have lost on penalties at a World Cup.

World Cup 2026 Set to Shatter All-Time Sports Gambling Records

World Cup 2026 Set to Shatter All-Time Sports Gambling Records

Rediff.com25 Jun 2026

World Cup 2026 is on track to become the biggest betting event in history, with global wagers expected to exceed $50 billion as sportsbooks report record-breaking activity driven by the expanded tournament format and growing legal gambling markets.

Neymar confirms Brazil retirement weeks after heartbreaking World Cup exit

Neymar confirms Brazil retirement weeks after heartbreaking World Cup exit

Rediff.com1 days ago

Neymar appeared to confirm his retirement from international soccer, saying he no longer wanted to play for Brazil, weeks after suggesting his international career had ended following their World Cup last-16 loss to Norway.

When Was The Last Time Pakistan Beat India?

When Was The Last Time Pakistan Beat India?

Rediff.com18 Jun 2026

India-Pakistan matches were never meant to be predictable -- it was meant to be unforgettable, notes K R Nayar.

Season best sends Animesh Kujur into CWG 200m semis

Season best sends Animesh Kujur into CWG 200m semis

Rediff.com1 days ago

Indian national record holder Animesh Kujur has qualified for the 200m semifinals at the Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, clocking his season-best time of 20.46 seconds. He won his heat and finished seventh overall among the qualifiers.

How PhonePe's PulsePro Will Transform Business Decision-Making

How PhonePe's PulsePro Will Transform Business Decision-Making

Rediff.com6 hours ago

Digital payments firm PhonePe has launched PulsePro, an enterprise intelligence platform providing businesses with aggregated and anonymised transaction data. This platform offers near real-time market insights at granular levels, helping companies track consumer spending, identify growth opportunities, and make informed expansion decisions across India.

Ajinkya Rahane: 'I gave this game everything I had'

Ajinkya Rahane: 'I gave this game everything I had'

Rediff.com11 hours ago

Veteran Indian cricketer Ajinkya Rahane has announced his retirement from international cricket, concluding a career that spanned nearly two decades and included an undefeated Test captaincy record.

CAQM Mandates Drone Surveillance To Tackle Stubble Burning In Northern States

CAQM Mandates Drone Surveillance To Tackle Stubble Burning In Northern States

Rediff.com3 hours ago

The Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) has directed Punjab, Haryana, Uttar Pradesh, and Rajasthan to implement drone-based surveillance to monitor and prevent stubble burning. This initiative aims to counter late-evening burning incidents that evade satellite detection, leveraging drone technology for real-time monitoring, accurate detection, and evidence collection to ensure effective enforcement against agricultural residue burning.

Gurindervir Singh's Commonwealth Games 100m Campaign Ends Early

Gurindervir Singh's Commonwealth Games 100m Campaign Ends Early

Rediff.com1 days ago

India's top sprinter, Gurindervir Singh, was eliminated from the men's 100m event at the Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, finishing 28th overall in the heats with a time of 10.39 seconds, significantly slower than his national record.

Gurindervir Singh's Commonwealth Games 100m Campaign Ends Early

Gurindervir Singh's Commonwealth Games 100m Campaign Ends Early

Rediff.com1 days ago

India's top sprinter, Gurindervir Singh, was eliminated from the men's 100m event at the Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, finishing 28th overall in the heats with a time of 10.39 seconds, significantly slower than his national record.

Indian Swimmers Face Setbacks At Commonwealth Games

Indian Swimmers Face Setbacks At Commonwealth Games

Rediff.com8 hours ago

Seasoned Indian swimmer Sajan Prakash failed to qualify for the men's 200m freestyle finals at the Commonwealth Games, finishing 20th overall. Compatriot Aneesh Gowda also missed out. While Aryan Nehra finished seventh in the 1500m freestyle, para swimmers Chaitanya Vishwas Kulkarni and Suyash Narayan Jadhav advanced to the S7 50m freestyle finals, offering a glimmer of hope for India.

Samaleswari Sporting Secures Resounding Victory In Durand Cup Clash

Samaleswari Sporting Secures Resounding Victory In Durand Cup Clash

Rediff.com31 minutes ago

Samaleswari Sporting bounced back from an opening defeat to secure a commanding 4-1 victory over Durand Cup debutants Baghpat FC. Basit Ahmed Bhat scored twice, supported by goals from Marat Tareck and Gnohere Krizo, while Crispin Cleetus netted Baghpat's lone goal. The Odisha-based team controlled the second half, extending their lead and comfortably seeing out the match.

India At Commonwealth Games 2026: Para swimmers Jadhav, Kulkarni enter final

India At Commonwealth Games 2026: Para swimmers Jadhav, Kulkarni enter final

Rediff.com1 days ago

In the para swimming competition, Chaitanya Vishwas Kulkarni and Suyash Narayan Jadhav entered the S7 50m freestlye finals at the Commonwealth Games.

Ajinkya Rahane announces retirement from international cricket

Ajinkya Rahane announces retirement from international cricket

Rediff.com11 hours ago

Veteran Indian batter Ajinkya Rahane has announced his immediate retirement from all formats of international cricket, stating that the time is right for him to 'move on' after a career spanning over a decade.

Nataraj Advances In Backstroke, Prakash Exits Butterfly At CWG

Nataraj Advances In Backstroke, Prakash Exits Butterfly At CWG

Rediff.com2 days ago

Indian swimmer Srihari Nataraj has successfully qualified for the 100m backstroke semifinals at the Commonwealth Games, finishing 13th overall. However, veteran Sajan Prakash failed to advance past the Heats in the 50m butterfly event, clocking well below his personal best. Prakash also had an underwhelming performance in the 200m butterfly finals earlier.

Sajan Prakash's CWG campaign ends in disappointment

Sajan Prakash's CWG campaign ends in disappointment

Rediff.com1 days ago

Indian swimmer Sajan Prakash failed to qualify for the men's 200m freestyle finals at the Commonwealth Games, finishing fifth in his heat and 20th overall. This marks a disappointing run for the two-time Olympian, who also missed out on the 50m and 200m butterfly semifinals and has not been able to match his personal bests or national records.

National record holder Gulveer fails to breach Asian Games qualifying time in 5000m

National record holder Gulveer fails to breach Asian Games qualifying time in 5000m

Rediff.com24 Jun 2026

Gulveer Singh, the reigning Asian champion and national record holder, failed to meet the Asian Games qualifying standard in the men's 5000m race at the National Inter-State Senior Athletics Championships.

Friendship Day: The Art Of Letting Building Friends Go

Friendship Day: The Art Of Letting Building Friends Go

Rediff.com8 hours ago

There are friends you make because life brings you together. And then there are friends who become part of the place you call home. Mine lived across my building.

Neeraj Chopra Makes CWG Javelin Final Despite Tricky Winds

Neeraj Chopra Makes CWG Javelin Final Despite Tricky Winds

Rediff.com5 hours ago

Two-time Olympic medallist Neeraj Chopra, along with Rohit Yadav and Yashvir Singh, have successfully qualified for the men's javelin throw final at the Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, ensuring a full Indian contingent in the medal round.

'There is no Pakistani Kashmir, only PoK': India rebukes NYT headline

'There is no Pakistani Kashmir, only PoK': India rebukes NYT headline

Rediff.com20 hours ago

The Indian Embassy in the US strongly refuted a New York Times headline referring to "Pakistani Kashmir," asserting that there is only Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK) and that Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh are integral parts of India. The embassy highlighted Pakistan's illegal occupation and exploitation of these territories, linking it to ongoing protests in PoK.

Ravi, Ali fall short of CWG Para swimming medals

Ravi, Ali fall short of CWG Para swimming medals

Rediff.com1 days ago

Indian para swimmers Ravi Veera Venkata Bhavan Budigina and Ali Imam finished sixth and eighth respectively in the men's 50m freestyle S13 final at the Commonwealth Games, missing out on a medal. Scotland's Stephen Clegg won gold in the event.

Hockey India defends new saffron jersey for World Cup teams

Hockey India defends new saffron jersey for World Cup teams

Rediff.com9 hours ago

Hockey India has defended its decision to change the national men's and women's hockey teams' jerseys to saffron for the upcoming FIH World Cup, citing technical feedback and the symbolic value of the colour.

South African Swimmer Chad Le Clos Makes History At Commonwealth Games

South African Swimmer Chad Le Clos Makes History At Commonwealth Games

Rediff.com1 hour ago

South African swimmer Chad le Clos has surpassed Emma McKeon to become the most decorated athlete in Commonwealth Games history, securing his 21st medal with a bronze in the men's 4x100 medley relay. This achievement adds to his impressive tally of seven golds, five silvers, and nine bronzes across five Games.

India's Srihari Nataraj Qualifies For 100m Backstroke Semifinals At Commonwealth Games

India's Srihari Nataraj Qualifies For 100m Backstroke Semifinals At Commonwealth Games

Rediff.com2 days ago

Indian swimmer Srihari Nataraj has qualified for the 100m backstroke semifinals at the Commonwealth Games, finishing 13th overall. However, veteran Sajan Prakash failed to advance past the Heats in the 50m butterfly event. In para-swimming, R.V.V.B.K. Budigina and Ali Imam both reached the finals of the men's 50m freestyle.

Double delight! Praveen, Selva reach CWG triple jump final

Double delight! Praveen, Selva reach CWG triple jump final

Rediff.com3 hours ago

National record holder Praveen Chithravel and Selva Prabhu have successfully qualified for the men's triple jump final at the Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, finishing second and third respectively in the qualification round.

Indian Swimmer Sajan Prakash Advances To CWG 200m Butterfly Final

Indian Swimmer Sajan Prakash Advances To CWG 200m Butterfly Final

Rediff.com3 days ago

Indian Olympian Sajan Prakash has qualified for the men's 200m butterfly final at the Commonwealth Games, finishing second in his heat. His performance was just shy of his personal best.

Mystery Spinner Usman Tariq Hits Out At Batters Over Action Queries

Mystery Spinner Usman Tariq Hits Out At Batters Over Action Queries

Rediff.com2 days ago

Pakistani mystery spinner Usman Tariq has expressed frustration over batters repeatedly questioning the legality of his bowling action. He highlighted incidents involving Tim David, Tom Banton, and Cameron Green, asserting that umpires should be the sole arbiters of his action, which has previously been cleared by the ICC.

Indian Swimmer Sajan Prakash Makes Commonwealth Games 200m Butterfly Final

Indian Swimmer Sajan Prakash Makes Commonwealth Games 200m Butterfly Final

Rediff.com3 days ago

Indian Olympian Sajan Prakash has qualified for the men's 200m butterfly final at the Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, finishing as the sixth fastest swimmer in the heats. He clocked 1:58.59sec, securing his place in the eight-man final.

Sabalenka, Djokovic to headline US Open mixed doubles

Sabalenka, Djokovic to headline US Open mixed doubles

Rediff.com2 days ago

World number one Aryna Sabalenka and 24-time Grand Slam champion Novak Djokovic are set to headline the U.S. Open mixed doubles championship, which returns with a revamped format designed to attract top singles players.

Australia coach McDonald hints at Ben Stokes' Ashes return

Australia coach McDonald hints at Ben Stokes' Ashes return

Rediff.com1 days ago

Australia coach Andrew McDonald believes former England captain Ben Stokes could be persuaded to reverse his Test retirement and feature in the Ashes 2027 series, said Australia coach Andrew McDonald.

Ram temple theft: Accused's wife gets fresh document deadline

Ram temple theft: Accused's wife gets fresh document deadline

Rediff.com3 hours ago

The Ayodhya Development Authority (ADA) has granted Supriya Mishra, wife of Luv Kush Mishra, who is accused in the Ram temple donation case, an additional week to provide documents for a house in her name that is under construction in Ayodhya's Saadatganj area, the police said.

Neha Dhupia Lives The 'Island Life'

Neha Dhupia Lives The 'Island Life'

Rediff.com2 days ago

Neha Dhupia shows everyone just what she does on a family vacation to Thailand.

CWG: Tejas Shirse Qualifies For 100m Hurdles Final

CWG: Tejas Shirse Qualifies For 100m Hurdles Final

Rediff.com3 days ago

National record holder Tejas Shirse has made history by becoming the first Indian to qualify for the men's 110m hurdles final at the Commonwealth Games, finishing sixth overall in the heats.

Gavit, Basil In Historic 100m One-Two Finish In Commonwealth Games Para Athletics

Gavit, Basil In Historic 100m One-Two Finish In Commonwealth Games Para Athletics

Rediff.com20 hours ago

India achieved a historic one-two finish in the men's 100m T47 para athletics final at the Commonwealth Games, with Dilip Mahadu Gavit winning gold and Mohammed Basil Morssinganakath securing silver. This marked India's third gold medal at the Games.

Brazil to face India in historic friendly in Kolkata on October 3

Brazil to face India in historic friendly in Kolkata on October 3

Rediff.com22 minutes ago

Almost five decades after Pele ignited Kolkata's romance with Brazilian football, the iconic yellow jersey is set to return to the City of Joy, with the record five-time World Cup champions Brazil scheduled to face India in a landmark international friendly at the Salt Lake Stadium on October 3.

US F-1 Visa: 'Continuing Studies In The US Will Depend On...

US F-1 Visa: 'Continuing Studies In The US Will Depend On...

Rediff.com2 days ago

With the duration of stay capped at four years, the biggest impact of the new F-1 visa rules is likely to be on PhD scholars, students enrolled in longer professional programmes, those whose graduation gets delayed and students moving from one academic programme to another, highlight education experts.