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As accommodation concerns grow, Asian Games cricket teams given freedom to choose hotels

As accommodation concerns grow, Asian Games cricket teams given freedom to choose hotels

Rediff.com6 days ago

Japan Cricket Association CEO Naoki Alex Miyaji has addressed concerns raised by leading cricketing nations regarding accommodation and facilities for the upcoming Asian Games. Miyaji clarified that hotel stays are offered, teams can make their own arrangements, and temporary yet comfortable facilities have been prepared for players, including washrooms and dressing rooms, despite tight timelines and resource limitations.

Sensex, Nifty pare gains on mixed global cues

Sensex, Nifty pare gains on mixed global cues

Rediff.com3 days ago

The benchmark BSE Sensex rebounded by 362 points, ending a four-day losing streak, driven by strong buying in metal, private banking, and oil and gas shares, while the broader NSE Nifty saw modest gains despite paring some advances in the closing session.

Wimbledon champion Linda Noskova plays it cool ahead of US Open challenge

Wimbledon champion Linda Noskova plays it cool ahead of US Open challenge

Rediff.com29 Aug 2026

Wimbledon champion Linda Noskova enters the US Open with a low-key mindset, insisting her breakthrough Grand Slam victory has not changed her approach or added pressure.

Adobe Appoints Anil Chakravarthy As New CEO, Shantanu Narayen Becomes Executive Chair

Adobe Appoints Anil Chakravarthy As New CEO, Shantanu Narayen Becomes Executive Chair

Rediff.com3 days ago

Adobe has announced Anil Chakravarthy as its new president and CEO, succeeding Shantanu Narayen, who will transition to executive chair. Chakravarthy, an alumnus of Banaras Hindu University and IIT, will assume the role on December 1, leading the company into an AI-driven era.

Colombo Draw Exposes India's Big Problem

Colombo Draw Exposes India's Big Problem

Rediff.com28 Aug 2026

A world-class Test team can't afford to have a bowling attack that allows batters to feel comfortable. To be the world's best Test team, all departments of the game should be strong and striking.

US Open Photos: Khachanov overwhelms third seed Auger-Aliassime after dramatic turnaround

US Open Photos: Khachanov overwhelms third seed Auger-Aliassime after dramatic turnaround

Rediff.com3 days ago

Karen Khachanov stunned third seed Felix Auger-Aliassime after losing the opening-set tiebreak, dominating the next three sets with powerful serving and relentless pressure to reach round three.

Women's Asia Cup: Spinners Shine As India Women Trounce Pakistan In Dubai

Women's Asia Cup: Spinners Shine As India Women Trounce Pakistan In Dubai

Rediff.com1 days ago

Shree Charani and Prema Rawat wreaked havoc with the ball as a dominant India trounced Pakistan by seven wickets in a one-sided match in the Women's Asia Cup in Dubai on Saturday.

Gurnoor Brar Credits Bumrah, Siraj For Improved Consistency

Gurnoor Brar Credits Bumrah, Siraj For Improved Consistency

Rediff.com6 days ago

India pacer Gurnoor Brar discusses how bowling alongside senior quicks Jasprit Bumrah and Mohammad Siraj has improved his consistency in lengths.

'There is no way out': Infantino faces FIFA revolt

'There is no way out': Infantino faces FIFA revolt

Rediff.com20 Aug 2026

Regional football powerhouses, including UEFA, AFC, and CONCACAF, are reportedly discussing a vote of no confidence against FIFA President Gianni Infantino. This move comes after Infantino angered them with a proposal to sell a stake in the World Cup to private investors. Despite significant opposition, Infantino retains support from some member associations, particularly from Africa, complicating any challenge to his leadership ahead of the 2027 election.

'Save this league': India women make passionate plea for Women's HIL

'Save this league': India women make passionate plea for Women's HIL

Rediff.com25 Aug 2026

India women's hockey players urge the Sports Ministry and corporates to save the Women's HIL, saying the league is vital for developing future talent.

Left London career to join IAS, Divya Mittal quits after 13 years

Left London career to join IAS, Divya Mittal quits after 13 years

Rediff.com4 days ago

Divya Mittal, a 2013-batch IAS officer and former Deoria district magistrate, has resigned from the Indian Administrative Service after 13 years. An alumna of IIT Delhi and IIM Bangalore, Mittal cited no specific reason but reflected on her journey from working in London to serving India, highlighting her impactful tenures in Mirzapur and Deoria.

Augmont Enterprises makes strong market debut, shares jump nearly 22%

Augmont Enterprises makes strong market debut, shares jump nearly 22%

Rediff.com7 days ago

Augmont Enterprises Ltd, an integrated gold and silver platform, saw its shares list with a premium of nearly 22 per cent against the issue price of Rs 788 on its market debut.

Ram Temple trust to get first CEO on Wednesday amid donation theft row

Ram Temple trust to get first CEO on Wednesday amid donation theft row

Rediff.com6 days ago

The Shri Ram Janmbhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust is set to appoint the first Chief Executive Officer (CEO) for the Ram temple in Ayodhya. A selection committee is expected to submit three shortlisted names on Wednesday, following an extensive search process that reviewed approximately 5,500 applications. This move comes after the Trust acknowledged that donation theft had harmed its image, aiming to ensure superior management and restore devotee faith.

Elena Rybakina Overcomes Injury Concerns, Eases Past Thea Frodin

Elena Rybakina Overcomes Injury Concerns, Eases Past Thea Frodin

Rediff.com5 days ago

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.

Who are the other women's contenders to look out for at the US Open?

Who are the other women's contenders to look out for at the US Open?

Rediff.com28 Aug 2026

As the U.S. Open approaches, the women's draw is packed with Grand Slam winners, rising stars, and hungry contenders, including Naomi Osaka, Elena Rybakina, Linda Noskova, Amanda Anisimova, Mirra Andreeva, Jessica Pegula, and Marta Kostyuk, all vying for a deep run in New York.

HDFC Bank's Next CEO Faces Big Test

HDFC Bank's Next CEO Faces Big Test

Rediff.com6 days ago

'The changes in its leadership team will help address the scepticism that has engulfed the bank over the recent period.'

Uzbek students recite Modi's poems at President's dinner during his visit

Uzbek students recite Modi's poems at President's dinner during his visit

Rediff.com7 days ago

During his recent state visit to Uzbekistan, Prime Minister Narendra Modi's poems were a central feature, with Uzbek university students reciting his works in both Hindi and Uzbek, fostering cultural exchange and drawing enthusiastic responses.

Education Minister Highlights NCERT's Role In Viksit Bharat

Education Minister Highlights NCERT's Role In Viksit Bharat

Rediff.com6 days ago

Union Education Minister Pralhad Joshi announced that revised NCERT textbooks for classes 10 to 12 are being prepared in "mission mode," while textbooks for classes 1 to 9 under the new National Curriculum Framework have already been released. He emphasised NCERT's role in building a 'Viksit Bharat' and highlighted the need for curricula to evolve with AI advancements and the importance of India's young population as a global asset.

Android Gets Smarter This September

Android Gets Smarter This September

Rediff.com3 days ago

Android's September Drop brings smarter AI, easier messaging and practical everyday features.

'Padikkal Is Your No. 3 For NZ Tour'

'Padikkal Is Your No. 3 For NZ Tour'

Rediff.com6 days ago

'It's a no-brainer that in the next Test in New Zealand, your first choice has to be Devdutt.'

'Migrants Lost Confidence After The War'

'Migrants Lost Confidence After The War'

Rediff.com20 Jun 2026

'We thought everything will be back to normal within one month. Now it's four months and still a final solution is miles away.'

Devdutt Padikkal on turning domestic form into Test success

Devdutt Padikkal on turning domestic form into Test success

Rediff.com28 Aug 2026

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

India Services Growth Cools to 4-Year Low in August

India Services Growth Cools to 4-Year Low in August

Rediff.com4 days ago

India's services activity expanded in August, but the pace of growth cooled to the second-slowest since March 2022, despite stronger output and new business, according to the HSBC India Services PMI Business Activity Index.

Indian Duo Satwik-Chirag Stage Epic Comeback For China Masters Crown

Indian Duo Satwik-Chirag Stage Epic Comeback For China Masters Crown

Rediff.com1 days ago

Star Indian men's doubles pair Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty clinched the China Masters Super 750 title after a thrilling three-game comeback victory against China's He Ji Ting and Ren Xiang Yu. This marks their second title of the season and provides a significant boost ahead of the Asian Games.

UP Spinner Kartik Yadav Models Draws Inspiration From Jadeja And Pandya

UP Spinner Kartik Yadav Models Draws Inspiration From Jadeja And Pandya

Rediff.com4 days ago

Young Uttar Pradesh spinner Kartik Yadav, who impressed on his Ranji Trophy debut, aims to become an all-format cricketer by drawing inspiration from the adaptability of Ravindra Jadeja and the composure of Hardik Pandya.

Stock Markets Today: Sensex, Nifty Gain on Bank Stocks, Global Cues

Stock Markets Today: Sensex, Nifty Gain on Bank Stocks, Global Cues

Rediff.com4 days ago

Indian benchmark equity indices, Sensex and Nifty, rebounded in early trade after a three-day slide, driven by strong buying in blue-chip bank stocks and a firm trend in global markets, supported by easing US bond yields and record foreign-currency deposit inflows.

Tilak Varma leads South Zone into Duleep Trophy final

Tilak Varma leads South Zone into Duleep Trophy final

Rediff.com5 days ago

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.

US Open: Champion Sabalenka, Swiatek, Anisimova Off To Smashing Starts

US Open: Champion Sabalenka, Swiatek, Anisimova Off To Smashing Starts

Rediff.com6 days ago

Aryna Sabalenka began her quest for a third successive US Open title with a dominant win against Colombia's Camila Osorio.

Raksha Bandhan 2026: Which Type Of Sister Are You?

Raksha Bandhan 2026: Which Type Of Sister Are You?

Rediff.com27 Aug 2026

Every family has that one sister who has her life completely together, the one who falls in love with everything, the one who refuses to follow the rules and, of course, the one who believes more is always more.

Norris chooses McLaren over rivals in major F1 move

Norris chooses McLaren over rivals in major F1 move

Rediff.com29 Aug 2026

Formula One world champion Lando Norris has announced a contract extension with McLaren until at least the end of 2030, expressing his desire to spend his entire career with the team.

Worlds medal gives Treesa-Gayatri a new belief in their potential

Worlds medal gives Treesa-Gayatri a new belief in their potential

Rediff.com22 Aug 2026

Indian badminton players Gayatri Gopichand and Treesa Jolly secured a landmark women's doubles bronze medal at the World Championships, marking India's first in the category since 2011. Despite a semifinal loss to the world No. 1 pair, their impressive performance has instilled new belief and earned them a place among India's elite badminton medallists.

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.com4 days ago

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.

Mourinho issues blunt warning to Mbappe, Vini, Bellingham

Mourinho issues blunt warning to Mbappe, Vini, Bellingham

Rediff.com21 Aug 2026

Jose Mourinho, in his first Real Madrid press conference, emphasised non-negotiable commitment, unavoidable competition, and zero tolerance for selection frustrations, setting a clear tone for the upcoming LaLiga season.

Tempsens Instruments Makes Blockbuster Debut, Shares Zoom Over 111%

Tempsens Instruments Makes Blockbuster Debut, Shares Zoom Over 111%

Rediff.com28 Aug 2026

Shares of temperature sensing and heating solutions provider Tempsens Instruments (India) Ltd listed with a massive premium of over 111 per cent against its issue price of Rs 300, reaching a market valuation of Rs 4,934.81 crore.

Yamaha Enters India's 200cc Sportsbike Segment with YZF-R2

Yamaha Enters India's 200cc Sportsbike Segment with YZF-R2

Rediff.com28 Aug 2026

The all-new, globally first YZF-R2 is priced from Rs 2,30,500 (ex-showroom, Delhi).

BCCI Summons Gambhir, Agarkar, Laxman

BCCI Summons Gambhir, Agarkar, Laxman

Rediff.com5 days ago

The BCCI has summoned Gautam Gambhir, Ajit Agarkar and V V S Laxman to Mumbai on Thursday to review India's disappointing performances in Ireland and England.

Mammootty@75: His 10 Funniest Films

Mammootty@75: His 10 Funniest Films

Rediff.com6 hours ago

From Kottayam Kunjachan to Unda, here are 10 Mammootty films that prove the megastar can be every bit as entertaining as he is intense.

'We Travelled Peacefully By Road From Imphal To Guwahati'

'We Travelled Peacefully By Road From Imphal To Guwahati'

Rediff.com24 Aug 2026

'People have been facing significant difficulties due to skyrocketing airfares, and road transportation was inaccessible until now.'

August Sees Record IPO Activity Despite Benchmark Index Declines

August Sees Record IPO Activity Despite Benchmark Index Declines

Rediff.com6 days ago

August 2026 witnessed a significant surge in India's primary market, with 21 mainboard initial public offerings (IPOs) raising approximately 21,000 crore, marking the highest monthly deal count of the year, even as benchmark indices experienced declines.

Veteran Roelof Van Der Merwe Targets Dream World Cup Finale

Veteran Roelof Van Der Merwe Targets Dream World Cup Finale

Rediff.com3 days ago

At 41, Roelof van der Merwe aims to conclude his international cricket career at the upcoming ODI World Cup, ideally in Centurion, South Africa, representing the Netherlands. He discusses his dedication to national duty over franchise cricket, his fitness goals for future World Cups, and his continued impact as a left-arm spinner and fielder. He also highlights the potential of the European T20 Premier League to unearth new talent.