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Treesa-Gayatri end India's 14-year medal wait

Treesa-Gayatri end India's 14-year medal wait

Rediff.com21 Aug 2026

Indian badminton pair Treesa Jolly and Gayatri Gopichand clinched a historic medal at the World Championships, defeating China's Jia Yi Fan and Zhang Shu Xian in a thrilling quarter-final match. The unseeded duo fought back from a game down to win 16-21, 21-15, 21-13, assuring India of at least a bronze. This achievement marks India's first women's doubles medal at the event since 2011 and comes after Treesa's recent recovery from an ankle injury.

Financial Sector Can't Wait for AI Risks to Emerge, Says CEA

Financial Sector Can't Wait for AI Risks to Emerge, Says CEA

Rediff.com8 Aug 2026

Chief Economic Advisor V Anantha Nageswaran has stressed the urgent need for India's financial sector to proactively address the safety and security risks of artificial intelligence, stating that waiting for problems to materialise is not an option.

RBI Keeps Tata Sons Waiting

RBI Keeps Tata Sons Waiting

Rediff.com7 Aug 2026

The RBI once again said the Tata group holding company's application for deregistration as an NBFC remains under examination.

Can This 17-YO Driver End F1's 50-Year Wait For Women?

Can This 17-YO Driver End F1's 50-Year Wait For Women?

Rediff.com10 Aug 2026

The More Than Equal initiative, co-founded by David Coulthard, is actively supporting young female drivers like Alexia Danielsson, 17, who are competing in junior series with the ultimate goal of reaching Formula One, a feat no woman has achieved in 50 years.

CWG 2026: India's wait for men's shot put medal continues as Toor, Gill miss podium

CWG 2026: India's wait for men's shot put medal continues as Toor, Gill miss podium

Rediff.com31 Jul 2026

India's long wait for a maiden Commonwealth Games medal in men's shot put continued as Asian Games champion Tajinderpal Singh Toor and Samardeep Singh Gill finished fifth and seventh respectively in the final in Glasgow on Thursday.

'Sanju, Sooryavanshi Is Waiting In The Wings'

'Sanju, Sooryavanshi Is Waiting In The Wings'

Rediff.com29 Jun 2026

'Sanju Samson is back to his normal stuff of being an inconsistent batter.'

Manasi Parekh: 'There Were Times When I Thought I Wouldn't Survive'

Manasi Parekh: 'There Were Times When I Thought I Wouldn't Survive'

Rediff.com3 hours ago

'God has given me a second life.'

Nepal's Devastating Flood Aftermath

Nepal's Devastating Flood Aftermath

Rediff.com3 days ago

The death toll in the massive flash floods in Nepal on Thursday rose to 270, as authorities in Nepal race against time to find thousands of missing people, including 288 Indian tourists, in one of the country's worst disasters in recent years.

Treesa Jolly celebrates historic Worlds medal, says home-soil bronze feels extra special

Treesa Jolly celebrates historic Worlds medal, says home-soil bronze feels extra special

Rediff.com23 Aug 2026

Treesa Jolly called her World Championships bronze with Gayatri Gopichand a dream come true, made more special by ending India's 15-year medal wait on home soil.

The Wait Is Over! Sooryavanshi Gets Emotional India Debut

The Wait Is Over! Sooryavanshi Gets Emotional India Debut

Rediff.com4 Jul 2026

Sooryavanshi, at just 15 years old, made his emotional T20I debut for India, becoming the youngest player to achieve this feat. He received his maiden cap from Tilak Varma amidst applause from his teammates, marking a dream come true.

Premier League: Munoz rescues Liverpool with late equaliser; Spurs go down to Newcastle

Premier League: Munoz rescues Liverpool with late equaliser; Spurs go down to Newcastle

Rediff.com1 days ago

Liverpool survived a Nottingham Forest scare with Victor Munoz's late equaliser, but Andoni Iraola remains without a Premier League win after two games in charge.

5 Signs that you should no longer be a spectator, but a shareholder

5 Signs that you should no longer be a spectator, but a shareholder

Rediff.com3 days ago

Becoming a shareholder isn't about predicting markets perfectly. What matters more is recognising when you're financially and mentally prepared to participate in wealth creation. If you've been wondering when you should start investing, here are five signs that suggest you're already ready.

'Mother was swept away': Nepal flood leaves 5-year-old girl alone

'Mother was swept away': Nepal flood leaves 5-year-old girl alone

Rediff.com1 days ago

Five-year-old Ishara Tamang lies in a hospital bed in Kathmandu, injured and separated from her family, after surviving the flash floods that devastated Rasuwa district on the Nepal-Tibet border.She was rescued from the floodwaters in Khalte, a village in Rasuwa, after being trapped in a net.

Will you wait for deaths? HC pulls up BMC over Mumbai's open manholes

Will you wait for deaths? HC pulls up BMC over Mumbai's open manholes

Rediff.com6 Jul 2026

The Bombay High Court strongly criticised the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) for its failure to secure open manholes, questioning why it acts only after fatalities occur. The court dismissed BMC's progress reports as an "eyewash" following the death of Aslam Shaikh, who fell into an open manhole. Despite BMC's assurances and actions like suspending officials and offering compensation, the court emphasised the need for preventive measures before the monsoon season.

'Incredible' Mbappe has hunger to make Real Madrid history, says Mourinho

'Incredible' Mbappe has hunger to make Real Madrid history, says Mourinho

Rediff.com3 days ago

Jose Mourinho praised Kylian Mbappe's relentless hunger to make history at Real Madrid after his hat-trick inspired a 4-1 win over Real Sociedad at Santiago Bernabeu.

'Serious introspection is needed': Rasquinha after India's hockey World Cup exit

'Serious introspection is needed': Rasquinha after India's hockey World Cup exit

Rediff.com6 days ago

Former India captain Viren Rasquinha warns that an Asian Games gold could paper over deeper problems in Indian men's hockey after their disappointing World Cup campaign.

Boom in EV two-wheeler demand creates supply bottleneck in India

Boom in EV two-wheeler demand creates supply bottleneck in India

Rediff.com6 days ago

India's electric two-wheeler market has seen record penetration, exceeding 11.2 per cent, driven by crude oil price fluctuations. This surge has led to an unexpected crisis for Indian OEMs, with unfulfilled customer demand reaching 20-30 per cent and average waiting periods exceeding four weeks, a situation expected to intensify during the upcoming festival season.

Why Smart People Still Fail At Retirement Planning

Why Smart People Still Fail At Retirement Planning

Rediff.com3 days ago

Retirement planning is not a test of how smart you are; it is a test of how well you control your behaviour.

Djokovic eyes 25th Grand Slam as Zverev emerges as biggest threat in New York

Djokovic eyes 25th Grand Slam as Zverev emerges as biggest threat in New York

Rediff.com2 days ago

Novak Djokovic enters the US Open with renewed hopes of a record 25th Grand Slam, boosted by Sinner's injury and Alcaraz's uncertain return, but faces Zverev.

Saransh Jain makes India Test debut against Sri Lanka

Saransh Jain makes India Test debut against Sri Lanka

Rediff.com23 Aug 2026

Saransh Jain, the 33-year-old Madhya Pradesh all-rounder, made his India Test debut against Sri Lanka, replacing the injured Kuldeep Yadav, a testament to his consistent domestic performances.

Sebi to widen AI surveillance net to detect financial misstatements

Sebi to widen AI surveillance net to detect financial misstatements

Rediff.com6 days ago

The Securities and Exchange Board of India (Sebi) is set to expand its artificial intelligence (AI)-based surveillance beyond trading data to include corporate filings, aiming to proactively flag financial misstatements and manipulation in quarterly results without relying solely on investor complaints.

Emami Group Concludes Investment In East Bengal FC, Shifts To Sponsorship Role

Emami Group Concludes Investment In East Bengal FC, Shifts To Sponsorship Role

Rediff.com6 days ago

Emami Group has officially concluded its role as an investor and manager in East Bengal Football Club, transferring all shares and voting rights back to the club. The group will, however, continue its association with East Bengal FC as a sponsor, reaffirming its commitment to Indian football. This transition follows a successful period for the club under Emami's ownership, marked by significant victories for both men's and women's teams.

Anahat Singh Ends India's 18-Year Wait, Reaches World Junior Squash Final

Anahat Singh Ends India's 18-Year Wait, Reaches World Junior Squash Final

Rediff.com25 Jul 2026

Indian squash sensation Anahat Singh has made history by becoming the first Indian since Joshna Chinappa in 2005 to reach the World Junior Squash Championship final.

Who Is Saransh Jain, India's Oldest Test Debutant?

Who Is Saransh Jain, India's Oldest Test Debutant?

Rediff.com23 Aug 2026

Saransh Jain, the 33-year-old Madhya Pradesh all-rounder, made his India Test debut against Sri Lanka, replacing the injured Kuldeep Yadav, a testament to his consistent domestic performances.

Nepal Disaster: RESCUED! From The Mud

Nepal Disaster: RESCUED! From The Mud

Rediff.com2 days ago

Nepali security forces have intensified search and rescue operations across the flood-hit areas, using helicopters and ground teams to evacuate survivors and search through mud and debris.

The operation remains challenging as destroyed roads and bridges have cut off several remote communities, while hundreds of people are still missing.

Nepal's Dead Are Laid To Rest

Nepal's Dead Are Laid To Rest

Rediff.com7 hours ago

The August 26, 2026 flash flood and mudslides devastated Nepal, leaving homes destroyed, families grieving, and thousands unaccounted for.'Drone views reveal mud-covered villages while survivors search for belongings and mourn loved ones. Relief operations continue as military and police forces airlift survivors, transport victims, and assist communities in the aftermath of the disaster.

Liam Delap completes 45m move to Nottingham Forest on five-year deal

Liam Delap completes 45m move to Nottingham Forest on five-year deal

Rediff.com4 days ago

Nottingham Forest have signed Liam Delap from Chelsea for a reported club-record 45 million, with the striker agreeing to a five-year contract.

Will She Be Bollywood's Next Star?

Will She Be Bollywood's Next Star?

Rediff.com4 days ago

Aarushi Bajaj is all set to star in her first Hindi film, Don't Be Shy, produced by Alia Bhatt.

Nepal floods: 933 hydropower workers feared trapped in tunnels

Nepal floods: 933 hydropower workers feared trapped in tunnels

Rediff.com4 hours ago

Over 900 workers and employees are missing from various hydropower project sites in Nepal following massive flash floods triggered by an ice and rock collapse near the Nepal-Tibet border. Rescue teams, assisted by experts from India and China, are intensifying efforts to locate and extract hundreds believed to be trapped inside tunnels, with 279 already rescued amidst ongoing challenges.

Nepal floods: 'We only want information about our son'

Nepal floods: 'We only want information about our son'

Rediff.com2 days ago

A Thane family is desperately searching for their 28-year-old son, Abhishek Ghone, who went missing in Nepal after flash floods struck during his Kailash Mansarovar pilgrimage. Despite using AI tools to track his location, the family seeks official verification and urges authorities to provide concrete information about his whereabouts.

When A Flight Fails, Airlines Must Respond

When A Flight Fails, Airlines Must Respond

Rediff.com5 days ago

A flight may be cancelled for reasons beyond an airline's control. The chaos that follows need not be, points out Air Commodore Nitin Sathe (retd).

British Masters: Indian Golfers Face Delays As Rain Disrupts Opening Day

British Masters: Indian Golfers Face Delays As Rain Disrupts Opening Day

Rediff.com3 days ago

The first day of the Husqvarna British Masters was severely disrupted by persistent rain and storms, preventing Indian golfers Shubhankar Sharma and Yuvraj Sandhu from teeing off. Northern Ireland's Tom McKibbin took an early lead before play was suspended due to weather.

Iran wait on World Cup progress after late goal disallowed in Egypt draw

Iran wait on World Cup progress after late goal disallowed in Egypt draw

Rediff.com27 Jun 2026

Iran face an anxious wait to see if they will progress to the World Cup knockout stage after they came from behind to hold Egypt to a 1-1 draw.

Bengal to fast-track CAA hearings, 23,000 get citizenship: CM Suvendu

Bengal to fast-track CAA hearings, 23,000 get citizenship: CM Suvendu

Rediff.com5 days ago

West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari on Monday said that hearings of applications for citizenship under the CAA will soon be over, and so far the state has issued certificates to 23,000 people out of 2.30 lakh applicants.

AISA backs CJP's Sept 5 protest over student FIRs, NEET

AISA backs CJP's Sept 5 protest over student FIRs, NEET

Rediff.com5 days ago

The All India Students' Association (AISA) has announced its support for the Cockroach Janta Party's (CJP) proposed September 5 protest march in Delhi. The demonstration aims to demand the withdrawal of FIRs against students and an inquiry into alleged pellet and bullet firing during previous agitations, alongside addressing unresolved issues related to the NEET exam.

India-Bangladesh white-ball series likely in January 2025

India-Bangladesh white-ball series likely in January 2025

Rediff.com3 days ago

The white-ball cricket series between India and Bangladesh is now expected to be rescheduled for January next year, as discussions between the BCCI and the Indian government continue, with the Bangladesh Cricket Board seeking an early 2025 window.

Nepal floods: Dream holidays turn into harrowing trips back home

Nepal floods: Dream holidays turn into harrowing trips back home

Rediff.com3 days ago

Indian tourists are abandoning their trips to Nepal and returning via the Sonauli border due to severe flooding, which has disrupted road connectivity and raised safety concerns. The floods have caused a high death toll and left nearly 1,000 people missing, including many foreign nationals, significantly impacting Nepal's tourism sector.

Veteran golfer Rashid Khan claims Telangana Open crown after seven-year victory drought

Veteran golfer Rashid Khan claims Telangana Open crown after seven-year victory drought

Rediff.com2 days ago

Veteran Indian golfer Rashid Khan secured his 15th professional title by winning the Telangana Open, ending a seven-year wait for victory. Khan closed with a five-under 67 to finish at 23-under 265, three strokes ahead of runner-up Honey Baisoya. This win marks his 11th victory on the DP World PGTI and significantly boosts his position on the Order of Merit.

Devdutt Padikkal on turning domestic form into Test success

Devdutt Padikkal on turning domestic form into Test success

Rediff.com3 days ago

Devdutt Padikkal reflects on his Player of the Series performance in Sri Lanka, his preparation against spin and turning domestic form into Test success.

Marijne Hails Indian Women's Hockey Team's Historic World Cup Performance

Marijne Hails Indian Women's Hockey Team's Historic World Cup Performance

Rediff.com3 days ago

Indian women's hockey coach Sjoerd Marijne expressed satisfaction with the team's fifth-place finish at the World Cup, their best in 52 years, after defeating Germany 3-1. He highlighted the achievement as a significant confidence boost for the upcoming Asian Games, emphasising the young team's potential and the need for continued focus on their own game and consistency.