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Sajjan Kumar, jailed in 1984 anti-Sikh riots case, dies

Sajjan Kumar, jailed in 1984 anti-Sikh riots case, dies

Rediff.com3 days ago

Former Congress MP Sajjan Kumar, who was serving a life sentence for his involvement in the 1984 anti-Sikh riots, has died. He was convicted in two separate cases related to the killings of Sikhs during the riots and was lodged in Tihar Jail.

Scottie Scheffler Dominates FedEx St. Jude; Indian-Origin Golfers Advance

Scottie Scheffler Dominates FedEx St. Jude; Indian-Origin Golfers Advance

Rediff.com15 Aug 2026

World No. 1 Scottie Scheffler has taken a commanding three-shot lead at the halfway stage of the FedEx St. Jude Championship with a stunning nine-under 61. Meanwhile, Indian-origin golfers Sudarshan Yellamaraju and Aaron Rai are well-positioned to advance to the next playoff event, the BMW Championship, by staying within the crucial Top-50 standings.

Cincinnati Open: Pegula survives scare, sets up Swiatek clash

Cincinnati Open: Pegula survives scare, sets up Swiatek clash

Rediff.com3 days ago

Jessica Pegula and Iga Swiatek advanced to the Cincinnati Open women's semi-finals, with Pegula overcoming Amanda Anisimova in a tough three-setter and Swiatek progressing after Elena Rybakina retired due to injury. In the men's draw, Flavio Cobolli reached his first ATP Masters 1000 semi-final, defeating Tommy Paul, and will face Arthur Fils.

England rout Pakistan at Headingley to go one up in Test series

England rout Pakistan at Headingley to go one up in Test series

Rediff.com2 days ago

A dominant display against a hugely disappointing Pakistan side saw the game wrapped up before tea on the third day despite the loss of more than half a day's play to rain.

Dilawari's Dominance: How She Secured Her Fourth Hero WPGT Title

Dilawari's Dominance: How She Secured Her Fourth Hero WPGT Title

Rediff.com14 Aug 2026

Ridhima Dilawari secured her fourth title on the Hero Women's Pro Golf Tour at Prestige Golfshire, Bengaluru, with a final round of 4-under 68. She finished one shot ahead of Mannat Brar, extending her lead in the Hero Order of Merit.

'We better do it quickly': Cummins admits Australia must change

'We better do it quickly': Cummins admits Australia must change

Rediff.com16 Aug 2026

Australia's cricket captain Pat Cummins acknowledged the team's batting struggles after a surprising nine-wicket loss to Bangladesh in Darwin. Despite excellent preparations, the top-ranked Test nation failed to post significant scores, with only Steve Smith and Cameron Green showing resilience. Cummins hinted at potential team changes and emphasised the need for batters to review their approach ahead of the second Test.

Nashik-Palghar Tremors: Cause For Alarm?

Nashik-Palghar Tremors: Cause For Alarm?

Rediff.com6 hours ago

'Hydro-seismicity is a phenomenon that typically shows up during and just after the monsoon.' 'Heavy rain causes water to percolate deep into the rock, and where there are fractures, that water fills the pores and builds up what we call pore water pressure.' 'That pressure can widen existing cracks, and eventually the rock gives way -- which surfaces as tremors.'

Did Sohail Khan Take Ozempic For Weight Loss?

Did Sohail Khan Take Ozempic For Weight Loss?

Rediff.com6 days ago

Sohail Khan has candidly addressed the recent national concern and online speculation surrounding his significant weight loss, revealing the true, organic reasons behind his transformation and firmly denying the use of weight-loss drugs like Ozempic.

Nine years away, Hull City return to EPL with a bang by stunning Manchester United

Nine years away, Hull City return to EPL with a bang by stunning Manchester United

Rediff.com1 days ago

Hull City marked their Premier League return after nine years with a deserved 2-0 victory over Manchester United, exposing flaws in Michael Carrick's promising side.

When Alaya F, Sara Tendulkar Are In Princess Mode...

When Alaya F, Sara Tendulkar Are In Princess Mode...

Rediff.com7 days ago

Every little girl has imagined being Cinderella at least once, and these lehengas come pretty close.

India Win 1st Test: Where Do They Stand In WTC Race?

India Win 1st Test: Where Do They Stand In WTC Race?

Rediff.com5 days ago

India secured a comprehensive victory over Sri Lanka in the first Test, improving their World Test Championship points percentage. However, despite the win, their path to the WTC final has become significantly more challenging, requiring them to win almost all their remaining matches due to a tightly packed table and other teams' results.

How Lionel Messi's Legacy Drives Argentina's Hockey Team

How Lionel Messi's Legacy Drives Argentina's Hockey Team

Rediff.com3 days ago

Argentina's men's hockey captain, Matias Rey, draws inspiration from football legend Lionel Messi as he leads his team in his sixth World Cup. Rey, like Messi, emphasizes the "never give up" philosophy learned from the national football team's success. The team, including goalkeeper Tomas Santiago, is preparing for a tough match against India, focusing on neutralizing key players like Harmanpreet Singh, while fans show their support by wearing Messi's jersey.

India poised to become global esports powerhouse, says Esports Foundation COO

India poised to become global esports powerhouse, says Esports Foundation COO

Rediff.com15 Aug 2026

Mike McCabe, COO and Deputy CEO of the Esports Foundation, believes India has "more potential than any country on the planet" for esports, citing its enormous fan base, improving competitive ecosystem, and evolving policy environment as key drivers for rapid acceleration in the sport.

Students Abroad: Simple Indian Recipes

Students Abroad: Simple Indian Recipes

Rediff.com3 days ago

Living away from home can be tough, especially if you have to cook on your own or rely on takeaways. Simple solutions for you!

Barcelona seals 65.4m pounds Rodri deal from Manchester City

Barcelona seals 65.4m pounds Rodri deal from Manchester City

Rediff.com7 days ago

Manchester City has reportedly accepted a 65.4 million bid from Barcelona for their World Cup-winning Spain midfielder Rodri, who has agreed a four-year deal with the Spanish champions.

US body seeks sanctions against RSS, opposes Mohan Bhagwat's visit

US body seeks sanctions against RSS, opposes Mohan Bhagwat's visit

Rediff.com4 days ago

The US Commission on International Religious Freedom (USCIRF) has recommended sanctions against the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) and advised the US government against extending diplomatic courtesies to its leaders. This comes ahead of RSS Chief Mohan Bhagwat's visit to the US, with USCIRF officials citing allegations of attacks on religious minorities by RSS sub-groups. India has consistently rejected USCIRF's reports as biased and selective.

CWC plans to corner govt on student protests, Ram Temple fund issues

CWC plans to corner govt on student protests, Ram Temple fund issues

Rediff.com5 days ago

The Congress Working Committee (CWC) is set to meet to discuss the political situation in India, focusing on strategies to pressure the government regarding student issues, alleged embezzlement at the Ram temple, and upcoming Assembly elections. The meeting will also address the women's reservation bill.

Markets Snap Losing Streak, Sensex Jumps 628 Points

Markets Snap Losing Streak, Sensex Jumps 628 Points

Rediff.com3 days ago

Indian benchmark equity indices, the Sensex and Nifty, bounced back significantly, with the Sensex climbing 628 points and the Nifty snapping its seven-day losing streak, driven by easing global bond yields and fresh foreign fund inflows.

Champat Rai, Anil Mishra Get Clean Chit From SIT?

Champat Rai, Anil Mishra Get Clean Chit From SIT?

Rediff.com6 days ago

Former Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust general secretary Champat Rai and ex-trustee Anil Mishra, who had stepped down amid a temple donation theft controversy, are now actively holding meetings and interacting with seers in Ayodhya. This re-emergence coincides with the Special Investigation Team (SIT) sharing its final report on alleged irregularities in Ram temple donations with the Trust, sparking speculation about its findings.

How The Baya Weaver Bird Makes Its Extraordinary Home

How The Baya Weaver Bird Makes Its Extraordinary Home

Rediff.com5 days ago

On World Photography Day, Arun Khanna pays tribute to this year's theme, Home, with a photo essay on Nature's master nest-maker -- the Baya Weaver Bird.

Why Hingorani Family Sold Gandhi Papers

Why Hingorani Family Sold Gandhi Papers

Rediff.com2 days ago

The Hingorani family's decision to part with the Gandhi archive after generations was guided by a desire to make it accessible to a wider audience and to fund initiatives that would extend its legacy.

Behold! Bappa Prepares for His Homecoming

Behold! Bappa Prepares for His Homecoming

Rediff.com7 days ago

Behold! Mumbai's Most Beloved God, Ganpati Bappa, Prepares for His Homecoming.

Will Khalifa 2: The Legacy Be Made? Because...

Will Khalifa 2: The Legacy Be Made? Because...

Rediff.com3 hours ago

If Khalifa: The Ruler continues to bleed at the box office, the odds of a big-budget sequel materialising drop to practically zero. The harsh reality of franchise filmmaking is incredibly simple: If the 'ruler' fails to conquer, absolutely no one is going to care about the 'legacy', no matter how many superstars you cram onto a poster.

Olympic Gold Medallist Arshad Nadeem Prioritises Asian Games Over Diamond League

Olympic Gold Medallist Arshad Nadeem Prioritises Asian Games Over Diamond League

Rediff.com12 Aug 2026

Pakistan's Olympic gold-medallist javelin thrower Arshad Nadeem will skip the upcoming Diamond League meet in Lausanne to concentrate on his preparation for the Asian Games and another international event. He will undergo a training camp in South Africa under coach Terseus Liebenberg, aiming to improve his performance after recent struggles.

Asia Cup: Will India Women Decline To Receive Trophy From Pakistan's Naqvi?

Asia Cup: Will India Women Decline To Receive Trophy From Pakistan's Naqvi?

Rediff.com4 days ago

The upcoming Women's Asia Cup in Dubai could reignite a controversy for the BCCI regarding the trophy presentation if India reaches the final, as Pakistan's Mohsin Naqvi, who is also the ACC chief, might be on the dais, recalling a similar incident with the men's team last year.

Goa govt moves SC seeking enhanced sentence for Tarun Tejpal

Goa govt moves SC seeking enhanced sentence for Tarun Tejpal

Rediff.com5 days ago

The Goa government on Tuesday moved the Supreme Court seeking enhanced sentence for journalist Tarun Tejpal in the 2013 sexual assault case, contending the case warrants imprisonment for life.

Awarapan 2: Disha-Emraan's Movie Date

Awarapan 2: Disha-Emraan's Movie Date

Rediff.com14 Aug 2026

Emraan Hashmi, Disha Patani, and Shabana Azmi attended the special screening of their film, Awarapan 2, which releases today in theatres.

CRPF forms 10-member 'core group' to tackle rising suicides

CRPF forms 10-member 'core group' to tackle rising suicides

Rediff.com4 days ago

The Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) has formed a 10-member 'core group' to prevent 'self-harm' incidents among its personnel, following a record 59 suicides in 2025, the highest in five years. The group, headed by the CRPF Director General, will meet monthly to review incidents and suggest preventive measures.

2 vessels with 22 Indians on board hijacked off Yemen, Somalia

2 vessels with 22 Indians on board hijacked off Yemen, Somalia

Rediff.com2 days ago

Two commercial vessels, an oil tanker and a cargo ship, carrying a total of 22 Indian nationals, were hijacked by armed pirates in separate incidents off Yemen and Somalia. All Indian crew members on both vessels are reported to be safe, according to the latest information from the shipping ministry and the External Affairs Ministry.

Union cabinet approves high court bench for Ladakh

Union cabinet approves high court bench for Ladakh

Rediff.com3 days ago

The Union Cabinet has approved the establishment of a High Court bench in Ladakh, a move lauded by Home Minister Amit Shah and Lt Governor Vinai Kumar Saxena as a significant step towards improving access to justice and ensuring the all-round development of the Union Territory.

Jeev Milkha Singh's Strong Showing At Staysure PGA Seniors

Jeev Milkha Singh's Strong Showing At Staysure PGA Seniors

Rediff.com10 Aug 2026

Indian golf veteran Jeev Milkha Singh secured a creditable tied 7th position at the 2026 Staysure PGA Seniors Championship in Aberdeen, finishing two-under for the week. South African Darren Fichardt won the tournament, while another Indian golfer, Jyoti Randhawa, missed the cut.

Shaurya Bhattacharya Takes Early Lead At Kolar Open With Impressive 68

Shaurya Bhattacharya Takes Early Lead At Kolar Open With Impressive 68

Rediff.com5 days ago

Shaurya Bhattacharya carded a four-under 68 to secure a one-shot lead in the opening round of the Rs 1 crore Kolar Open golf tournament. The Delhi-based golfer, a two-time DP World PGTI winner, made an eagle and four birdies, capitalising on a strong start to finish ahead of Dhruv Sheoran, Arjun Sharma, and Badal Hossain.

RBI Deputy Governor Outlines Vision For India's Evolving Forex Market

RBI Deputy Governor Outlines Vision For India's Evolving Forex Market

Rediff.com3 days ago

RBI Deputy Governor Rohit Jain discussed the future of India's foreign exchange markets, highlighting the increasing role of local currencies in cross-border trade, the impact of technology, and existing challenges. He emphasised the need for market evolution to facilitate India's global engagement, absorb shocks, and serve all users efficiently. Jain also addressed concerns about unauthorised forex trading platforms and the importance of customer awareness.

'Between me and students': CJI slams Bar Council order against NALSAR graduates

'Between me and students': CJI slams Bar Council order against NALSAR graduates

Rediff.com14 Aug 2026

Chief Justice of India Surya Kant sharply criticised the Bar Council of India (BCI) for its 'uncalled for' interference in a protest by NALSAR University of Law students, asserting that students have a right to protest and that the matter was a 'dialogue between students and me'. The BCI had initially ordered that 2026 NALSAR graduates not be enrolled as advocates, an order it later reversed.

The Traitors Season 2 Review: Bigger, Better

The Traitors Season 2 Review: Bigger, Better

Rediff.com13 Aug 2026

The Traitors Season 2 is definitely more thrilling than Season 1, endorses Divya Nair.

Sourav Ganguly breaks silence on death threats, police investigating

Sourav Ganguly breaks silence on death threats, police investigating

Rediff.com14 Aug 2026

Former India cricket captain Sourav Ganguly has publicly addressed the alleged death threats received by him and his family over the past six months, stating that the matter has been reported to the police and expressing confidence in their action.

Indian Super League season delayed, AIFF clarifies financial allegations

Indian Super League season delayed, AIFF clarifies financial allegations

Rediff.com4 days ago

The Indian Super League (ISL) 2024-25 season has been postponed to after October 6 due to the FIFA international match window, and will proceed with 13 teams after Diamond Harbour FC failed to meet payment deadlines. Concurrently, the All India Football Federation (AIFF) has condemned "unverified claims" regarding its finances and the decision to withdraw from the FIFA ASEAN Cup, asserting that the prioritisation of a friendly match against Brazil was a strategic move for Indian football.

Gyanesh Kumar asked...: Trump cites India's voter ID system to push SAVE America Act

Gyanesh Kumar asked...: Trump cites India's voter ID system to push SAVE America Act

Rediff.com6 days ago

President Donald Trump has advocated for stricter electoral laws in the US, praising India's election system and its requirement for photo identification. He highlighted Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar's questioning of the lack of voter ID in American polls and used India's high voter turnout with minimal postal ballots as an example. Trump is pushing for the SAVE America Act, which would mandate proof of citizenship and nationwide voter ID, though the bill faces division in Congress.

Colombia Earthquake: CONMEBOL Postpones Club Matches, Expresses Support

Colombia Earthquake: CONMEBOL Postpones Club Matches, Expresses Support

Rediff.com11 Aug 2026

CONMEBOL has postponed two continental club matches following a powerful 7.4-magnitude earthquake in western Colombia that killed at least 164 people, with revised dates and venues to be announced later.

This Saas-Bahu Run A Business Together

This Saas-Bahu Run A Business Together

Rediff.com11 Aug 2026

Soaring above the mighty Chenab River, this record-breaking railway bridge is a sight to behold.