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Shafali's 64, Deepti's record spell help India rout Thailand in Asia Cup opener

Shafali's 64, Deepti's record spell help India rout Thailand in Asia Cup opener

Rediff.com30 Aug 2026

Shafali Verma's explosive 64 set up India's 159 before Deepti Sharma's record-breaking 3/0 destroyed Thailand's chase, sealing a 94-run Asia Cup victory on her landmark 150th T20I.

Teacher's alarm saves 400 students as floods hit Nepal school

Teacher's alarm saves 400 students as floods hit Nepal school

Rediff.com1 Sep 2026

A devastating flood in Baireni, Nepal, transformed a school playground into a sea of sand and buried classrooms under sludge. Timely warnings from teachers, prompted by an upstream guardian, allowed 400 students to evacuate safely just before the flood hit. The school remains closed, covered in debris, while UNICEF estimates 17,000 children need humanitarian aid following the floods that killed over 900 people.

The Untold Story Behind Auqib Nabi's Historic India Test Call-Up

The Untold Story Behind Auqib Nabi's Historic India Test Call-Up

Rediff.com3 Aug 2026

Auqib Nabi, a right-arm pacer from Jammu and Kashmir, has made history by becoming the first cricketer from the region to be named in India's Test squad, earning a call-up for the tour of Sri Lanka after a remarkable domestic season.

British parentage, Indian ownership: The Royal Enfield Story

British parentage, Indian ownership: The Royal Enfield Story

Rediff.com4 Sep 2026

"When Royal Enfield turned 100, we were struggling for survival"

Women's Asia Cup: Record-Breaking Smriti Mandhana Powers India To Semis With Huge Win Over Hong Kong

Women's Asia Cup: Record-Breaking Smriti Mandhana Powers India To Semis With Huge Win Over Hong Kong

Rediff.com3 Sep 2026

Smriti Mandhana breaks plethora of records as India outplay Hong Kong by 137 runs on Thursday to enter Women's Asia Cup semi-final.

Babar Azam admits why Pakistan collapsed at Lord's

Babar Azam admits why Pakistan collapsed at Lord's

Rediff.com31 Aug 2026

Pakistan skipper Babar Azam attributed his team's 194-run defeat against England in the second Test at Lord's primarily to their batting failures in both innings, despite winning the toss and opting to bowl first.

Former India Coach Soumyadeep Roy Back For Asian Games After Tokyo Controversy

Former India Coach Soumyadeep Roy Back For Asian Games After Tokyo Controversy

Rediff.com3 Sep 2026

Former India international and coach Soumyadeep Roy is set to join the national table tennis squad for the upcoming Asian Games as a personal coach, five years after being embroiled in a match-fixing controversy at the Tokyo Olympics. Despite the past issues and the suspension of the TTFI, Roy aims to guide his players and contribute to India's medal prospects.

Beckham hails Messi: 'Your Legacy Will Live Forever'

Beckham hails Messi: 'Your Legacy Will Live Forever'

Rediff.com1 Sep 2026

England football icon David Beckham has paid tribute to Lionel Messi, calling him a 'credit to himself' and an 'inspiration for millions' after the Argentina legend announced his retirement from international football.

Indian Junior Hockey Squads Ready For AHF Asia Cup Challenge

Indian Junior Hockey Squads Ready For AHF Asia Cup Challenge

Rediff.com3 Sep 2026

India's under-21 men's and women's hockey teams are set to begin their AHF Junior Asia Cup campaigns in Moqi, China. The men's team aims for a record-extending sixth title, while the women's team seeks a hat-trick of trophies, both having undergone extensive preparations and exposure tours.

Bellingham, Mbappe Shine as Real Madrid Cruise Past Malaga 4-0

Bellingham, Mbappe Shine as Real Madrid Cruise Past Malaga 4-0

Rediff.com31 Aug 2026

Real Madrid continued their flawless start to the LaLiga season with a commanding 4-0 victory over promoted Malaga on Sunday.

AI Salaries Jump 22% In 2 Years

AI Salaries Jump 22% In 2 Years

Rediff.com3 Sep 2026

'Companies are getting selective about what they pay a premium for.'

How NIT Rourkela's New Hybrid System Boosts EV Battery Life

How NIT Rourkela's New Hybrid System Boosts EV Battery Life

Rediff.com3 Sep 2026

Researchers at NIT Rourkela have patented a novel hybrid energy-storage system designed to significantly improve the efficiency and lifespan of electric vehicle batteries. This innovation addresses common issues like low power density and thermal stress by integrating supercapacitors with a simplified architecture, making EVs more reliable, especially in urban driving conditions.

Duleep Trophy: Tilak Varma's unbeaten ton puts South Zone ahead

Duleep Trophy: Tilak Varma's unbeaten ton puts South Zone ahead

Rediff.com31 Aug 2026

Captain Tilak Varma's unbeaten 106 and Shreyas Gopal's 87 helped South Zone secure a vital 90-run first-innings lead against North Zone in their Duleep Trophy semifinal, overcoming an early collapse.

How Khelo India Is Shaping Future Shooting Champions

How Khelo India Is Shaping Future Shooting Champions

Rediff.com3 Sep 2026

Veteran skeet shooter Mairaj Ahmad Khan expresses strong optimism about the future of Indian shooting, attributing the potential rise to government-backed initiatives like Khelo India. He is preparing for his third Asian Games appearance and believes India will have the best team across all shooting disciplines in the next four years, thanks to enhanced grassroots development and support systems.

Gandhari, Dhamaal 4, Fauda Arrive On OTT

Gandhari, Dhamaal 4, Fauda Arrive On OTT

Rediff.com2 Sep 2026

Highly anticipated Bollywood movie premieres, post-theatrical releases, gripping new OTT series and the return of popular international shows: September promises a rich and varied slate of content.

'If Inflation Persists, MPC May Review Policy Rates'

'If Inflation Persists, MPC May Review Policy Rates'

Rediff.com2 Sep 2026

'A balance had to be struck between the economic cost of taking action at this point against the need not to fall behind the curve in controlling inflation and anchoring inflation expectations.'

Apple's Mac Mini: Mini In Size, Bigger In Performance -- And Price

Apple's Mac Mini: Mini In Size, Bigger In Performance -- And Price

Rediff.com26 Aug 2026

The new Mac mini stays true to its reputation: It is small on the outside but surprisingly powerful on the inside. But is it worth the price tag?

Neetal Narang India's First Asian Games Safeguarding Officer For Asian Games

Neetal Narang India's First Asian Games Safeguarding Officer For Asian Games

Rediff.com3 Sep 2026

Neetal Narang has been appointed as India's first Safeguarding Officer for the upcoming Asian Games, a role mandated by the Olympic Council of Asia.

Kin of missing Nepal flood victims perform symbolic funeral rites

Kin of missing Nepal flood victims perform symbolic funeral rites

Rediff.com3 Sep 2026

Eight days after devastating floods in Nepal, families of the missing are resorting to symbolic funeral rites using effigies due to diminishing hopes of finding their loved ones and the destruction of their homes. The disaster has also led to a severe shortage of facilities for traditional mourning rituals in Kathmandu, forcing many to seek alternative arrangements or travel.

India ready to help end Russia-Ukraine war, Jaishankar says in Kyiv

India ready to help end Russia-Ukraine war, Jaishankar says in Kyiv

Rediff.com3 Sep 2026

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar visited Kyiv, reiterating India's readiness to assist in ending the Ukraine-Russia war. He emphasised that solutions would not emerge from the battlefield and highlighted Prime Minister Modi's call for an end to the conflict. Discussions also covered humanitarian aid, the impact on commercial shipping, and bilateral trade, with Jaishankar inviting his Ukrainian counterpart to India for further talks.

Will Dara Singh Be Released Soon?

Will Dara Singh Be Released Soon?

Rediff.com2 Sep 2026

'Dara's case can strengthen the perception among sections of the BJP's traditional support base.'

'She Hasn't Kissed Me In 29 Years'

'She Hasn't Kissed Me In 29 Years'

Rediff.com4 Sep 2026

In his advice to a distressed husband rediffGURU Ravi Mittal, dating coach, CEO of online dating website Quack Quack and Rebounce, a matrimony platform, explains how to address long-standing issues in a marriage.

NC, BJP take out protests against each other in Srinagar

NC, BJP take out protests against each other in Srinagar

Rediff.com2 Sep 2026

The National Conference and BJP held significant protests in Jammu and Kashmir, accusing each other of failing to deliver on promises. The NC demanded the restoration of statehood, while the BJP criticised the NC government's performance on issues like jobs and corruption, marking the first major political unrest since Article 370's abrogation.

'China's Biggest Threat Is Not America, But The Dalai Lama'

'China's Biggest Threat Is Not America, But The Dalai Lama'

Rediff.com3 Sep 2026

'I know China will implode. It is scientifically impossible for China to control a nation through the barrel of a gun.'

Elena Rybakina Overcomes Injury Concerns, Eases Past Thea Frodin

Elena Rybakina Overcomes Injury Concerns, Eases Past Thea Frodin

Rediff.com2 Sep 2026

Second seed Elena Rybakina secured a comfortable 6-3, 6-2 victory over American wildcard Thea Frodin in the first round of the US Open, easing concerns about her recent leg injury. Rybakina, a two-time Grand Slam champion, showed no signs of discomfort as she began her quest for the title and the world number one ranking. Frodin, making her Grand Slam main-draw debut, displayed flashes of brilliance but ultimately couldn't overcome the Australian Open champion.

Speeding Thar rams bike in Delhi, kills 2 on the spot

Speeding Thar rams bike in Delhi, kills 2 on the spot

Rediff.com3 Sep 2026

A tragic road accident in Delhi Cantonment involving a speeding Thar SUV and a motorcycle has resulted in the deaths of two individuals.

Global Equities Face Correction Risk as Treasury Yields Climb

Global Equities Face Correction Risk as Treasury Yields Climb

Rediff.com3 Sep 2026

Higher US Treasury yields, particularly the 10-year yield approaching 5 per cent, pose a significant near-term risk to global equity markets, including India, potentially triggering a 'big correction' according to market strategists.

Duleep Trophy: 15-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi makes instant impact as captain with successful DRS!

Duleep Trophy: 15-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi makes instant impact as captain with successful DRS!

Rediff.com30 Aug 2026

East Zone captain Vaibhav Sooryavanshi took a successful DRS review to get the wicket of the well-set Aryan Juyal for 46 off the bowling of Mukesh Kumar.

Tilak Varma leads South Zone into Duleep Trophy final

Tilak Varma leads South Zone into Duleep Trophy final

Rediff.com2 Sep 2026

South Zone booked their place in the Duleep Trophy final with a dominant seven-wicket win over North Zone in Bengaluru on Wednesday, wrapping up the chase with plenty of time to spare.

Maha FDA unveils permanent food safety calendar for festivals

Maha FDA unveils permanent food safety calendar for festivals

Rediff.com3 Sep 2026

Maharashtra's Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has introduced a permanent, year-round food safety calendar to ensure public health during major festivals. This first-of-its-kind initiative categorises festivals into three levels and implements a four-stage inspection mechanism, focusing on preventing adulteration and unsafe food practices for high-demand products like sweets, dairy, and edible oils.

India's Forex Kitty Soars to All-Time High of $729.3 Billion

India's Forex Kitty Soars to All-Time High of $729.3 Billion

Rediff.com28 Aug 2026

India's foreign exchange reserves have surged by $12.42 billion, reaching a new all-time high of $729.33 billion for the week ended August 21, driven by increases in foreign currency assets and gold reserves.

Golfing Greats Patrick Reed And Bubba Watson To Play DP World India Championship

Golfing Greats Patrick Reed And Bubba Watson To Play DP World India Championship

Rediff.com2 Sep 2026

Masters champions Patrick Reed and Bubba Watson are confirmed to make their debut at the DP World India Championship in October. They will join a stellar field including Tommy Fleetwood, Rory McIlroy, Shane Lowry, and Justin Rose, with Indian stars Shubhankar Sharma and Anirban Lahiri also participating.

Why Pay Hikes Remain Muted

Why Pay Hikes Remain Muted

Rediff.com31 Aug 2026

Surging growth in sales by companies hasn't translated into higher salaries just yet.

Kanda Express brings 453 tonnes of onion to Delhi, aims to cool prices

Kanda Express brings 453 tonnes of onion to Delhi, aims to cool prices

Rediff.com28 Aug 2026

The first 'Kanda Express', a dedicated rail rake carrying 453.65 tonnes of onion from Nashik, Maharashtra, has arrived in Delhi to boost supplies and help rein in soaring prices, with the onion to be sold at a subsidised rate of Rs 35 per kg.

2nd Test: England surge towards series win as Pakistan left with mountain to climb

2nd Test: England surge towards series win as Pakistan left with mountain to climb

Rediff.com30 Aug 2026

England moved to the brink of victory at Lord's as Dan Lawrence's unbeaten fifty extended their lead to 357, leaving Pakistan facing an almost impossible chase.

The Kardashians Love Namrata Karad's Bags

The Kardashians Love Namrata Karad's Bags

Rediff.com3 Sep 2026

Namrata Karad, founder of Ahikoza by BRHAM, opens up about going from working on a Hugo Boss sales floor to seeing her bags carried by Alia Bhatt, Kareena Kapoor, Kylie Jenner, Khloe Kardashian...

Amol Muzumdar challenges young India to play fearless cricket at T20 Asia Cup

Amol Muzumdar challenges young India to play fearless cricket at T20 Asia Cup

Rediff.com29 Aug 2026

Amol Muzumdar wants India's young team to embrace aggressive cricket at the T20 Asia Cup, despite inconsistent form, as they prepare for a crucial six-month campaign ahead.

Hindutva influencer Swatantra Bhardwaj held hours after viral video

Hindutva influencer Swatantra Bhardwaj held hours after viral video

Rediff.com4 Sep 2026

Hindutva influencer Swatantra Bhardwaj was detained in Uttar Pradesh following a protest by the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) demanding his arrest for allegedly assaulting a student's father and bragging about it, while the victim's daughter reported receiving rape threats and online abuse.

Booth level agents not responsible for...: HC ruling on SIR

Booth level agents not responsible for...: HC ruling on SIR

Rediff.com3 Sep 2026

The Delhi High Court has ruled that Booth Level Agents (BLAs) of political parties are not liable for false details in electoral enumeration forms that cannot be personally verified. The court clarified that BLAs are only responsible for verifiable information, such as an elector's photograph, and struck down the Election Commission of India's mandate requiring BLAs to provide personal undertakings for all details.

We need to stay ahead of hackers, Maruti CEO tells automobile meet

We need to stay ahead of hackers, Maruti CEO tells automobile meet

Rediff.com3 Sep 2026

A cyberattack on an automaker can spread through its wider supply chain and create significant financial losses.