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Abhishek shines in T20s but eyes Test cricket

Abhishek shines in T20s but eyes Test cricket

Rediff.com8 Oct 2025

Brian Lara hailed young Indian opener Abhishek Sharma, calling him a player who is "something special"

BWF World Jr C'ships: India kick off campaign in style

BWF World Jr C'ships: India kick off campaign in style

Rediff.com6 Oct 2025

World Junior Ch'ships: India off to flying start; Sri Lanka edge UAE in thriller

Third seamer or Kuldeep? India's XI decision looms

Third seamer or Kuldeep? India's XI decision looms

Rediff.com1 Oct 2025

Test captain Shubman Gill divulged that India is still mulling over its combination ahead of the opening Test against the West Indies in Ahmedabad on Thursday, hinting at the possibility of Kuldeep Yadav being sacrificed for batting depth and team combination.

Women's WC: Aus start favourties but Healy wary of hosts threat

Women's WC: Aus start favourties but Healy wary of hosts threat

Rediff.com11 Oct 2025

India have figured out a style of play in ODIs, and will be real threat: Australia skipper Healy

Sabarimala gold case: Footwear hurled at prime accused outside court

Sabarimala gold case: Footwear hurled at prime accused outside court

Rediff.com17 Oct 2025

The Special Investigation Team (SIT) probing the gold missing from Kerala's Sabarimala temple has arrested prime accused Unnikrishnan Potty. He was taken into custody and interrogated before his arrest was recorded.

Cyclone Shakti to lash Mumbai, Thane in next 4 days; heavy rains likely

Cyclone Shakti to lash Mumbai, Thane in next 4 days; heavy rains likely

Rediff.com4 Oct 2025

The wind speed, reaching 45-55 kmph and gusting to 65 kmph, is likely to prevail over the North Maharashtra coast between October 3 and 5.

Can Sai Sudharsan silence critics in Delhi?

Can Sai Sudharsan silence critics in Delhi?

Rediff.com9 Oct 2025

Assessing Sai Sudharsan's temperament and Nitish Kumar Reddy's utility in home conditions would be topmost on India's checklist when the high-on-confidence hosts take on a floundering West Indies

Shubman Gill struggling in T20Is? Dasgupta explains why

Shubman Gill struggling in T20Is? Dasgupta explains why

Rediff.com20 Sep 2025

Gill's highest score in the three Asia Cup matches has been an unbeaten 20 with the Test skipper failing to click in the games against Pakistan and Oman after a fruitful red-ball away series against England.

How Sarfaraz dropped out of India reckoning

How Sarfaraz dropped out of India reckoning

Rediff.com21 Oct 2025

Sarfaraz might have to try batting at No.3 for Mumbai to remain in scheme of things

Namibia beat South Africa in huge T20 upset

Namibia beat South Africa in huge T20 upset

Rediff.com11 Oct 2025

Namibia pulled off a shock four-wicket win over South Africa in a one-off Twenty20 international on Saturday that marked the opening of the new cricket stadium in Windhoek.

Multi-tasker Healy's injury leaves Australia in a fix

Multi-tasker Healy's injury leaves Australia in a fix

Rediff.com21 Oct 2025

Healy's injury forces Australia rethink ahead of Women's World Cup clash against England

'Last chance to see Kohli, Rohit in Australia'

'Last chance to see Kohli, Rohit in Australia'

Rediff.com15 Oct 2025

The 32-year-old Cummins would be watching the action unfold from the sidelines due to a back injury.

PIX: Verstappen takes sprint pole at US GP

PIX: Verstappen takes sprint pole at US GP

Rediff.com18 Oct 2025

With eight points on offer to the winner of Saturday's 100km race, he and Norris -- 22 points behind Piastri -- both have a good chance to reduce the gap to the Australian who was three tenths slower than his teammate.

'Life Possesses No Value In Our System'

'Life Possesses No Value In Our System'

Rediff.com30 Oct 2025

'A bus driver should possess a comprehensive road plan: Toll plazas, major hospitals, road conditions, repairs, diversions, and dangerous areas.' 'Only through such preparation can we save lives.' 'Otherwise, simply sitting in the driver's seat and pressing the accelerator -- anyone can do that.'

Gambhir lays out blueprint for India's next generation

Gambhir lays out blueprint for India's next generation

Rediff.com14 Oct 2025

'So make sure first you pick the right characters and then if you see that, try and give them a longer run so that they themselves should be content and happy that they've got a longer run rather than just chopping and changing as well.'

Kuldeep Yadav -- Team India's perennial scapegoat

Kuldeep Yadav -- Team India's perennial scapegoat

Rediff.com20 Oct 2025

'Am I the reason team will lose? Kuldeep might think, I am bowling so well, even after that I am not playing, then am I the problem in this team?'

Sebi's Valid UPI Initiative Sees Hiccups

Sebi's Valid UPI Initiative Sees Hiccups

Rediff.com1 Oct 2025

The new UPI IDs will follow formats such as abc.bkr@validhdfc or xyz.mf@validhdfc. For easier recognition, they will also carry a white 'thumbs up' icon inside a green triangle.

2 copper coins, one golden stick...: Banke Bihari treasury inspection ends

2 copper coins, one golden stick...: Banke Bihari treasury inspection ends

Rediff.com19 Oct 2025

The 'Toshkhana' (treasury) of the Banke Bihari temple in Mathura, locked since 1971, was opened for inspection under the supervision of a Supreme Court-appointed committee. The inventory included copper coins, stones, silver and golden sticks.

Will Karthik, Ashwin play in Lanka Premier League?

Will Karthik, Ashwin play in Lanka Premier League?

Rediff.com6 Oct 2025

'For the very first time, Indian cricketers are expected to join the action, their names will be revealed soon.'

'Hard as Ponting': Brett Lee in awe of Shubman Gill

'Hard as Ponting': Brett Lee in awe of Shubman Gill

Rediff.com15 Oct 2025

Brett Lee compared Gill's captaincy style to that of Australian legends Ricky Ponting and Steve Waugh, highlighting his ability to command respect and stand firm in challenging moments.

Play Ranji to warm-up for SA series, Gambhir to players

Play Ranji to warm-up for SA series, Gambhir to players

Rediff.com14 Oct 2025

'...the guys who are just part of Test cricket, I think for them to prepare and play domestic cricket is very, very important.'

PIX: Rohit hits century as India cruise to victory at SCG

PIX: Rohit hits century as India cruise to victory at SCG

Rediff.com25 Oct 2025

Rohit Sharma hit an unbeaten century, while Virat Kohli returned to form with a fluent fifty as India cruised to an emphatic nine-wicket victory in the inconsequential third and final ODI against Australia.

Afghan foreign minister in India, to meet Jaishankar, Doval

Afghan foreign minister in India, to meet Jaishankar, Doval

Rediff.com9 Oct 2025

Afghan Foreign Minister Amir Khan Muttaqi arrived in New Delhi for a six-day visit, marking the first high-level trip from Kabul since the Taliban's takeover. He is scheduled to meet with Indian officials to discuss bilateral relations and regional issues.

'You definitely left a mark on me before retirement'

'You definitely left a mark on me before retirement'

Rediff.com1 Oct 2025

Rishabh Pant posted a heartfelt message for Chris Woakes, who had left him with a severe injury during the fifth Test in Manchester early this year.

Flying High! Dhoni Becomes Certified Drone Pilot

Flying High! Dhoni Becomes Certified Drone Pilot

Rediff.com7 Oct 2025

Mahendra Singh Dhoni announced on Tuesday that he has completed the DGCA Drone Pilot Certification program.

Pak fans celebrate skipper Masood's dismissal! Reason?

Pak fans celebrate skipper Masood's dismissal! Reason?

Rediff.com12 Oct 2025

A rare sight unfolded on day one of the first Test between Pakistan and South Africa at the Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore on Sunday when home fans cheered the dismissal of their own captain, Shan Masood.

Rohit's 73 in vain as Australia seal series

Rohit's 73 in vain as Australia seal series

Rediff.com23 Oct 2025

Australia held their nerve in a tense chase, edging past India by two wickets to seal the series 2-0 despite a late fightback from the visitors on Thursday in Adelaide.

Is Shreyas Iyer India's Next All-Format Superstar?

Is Shreyas Iyer India's Next All-Format Superstar?

Rediff.com26 Mar 2025

Ganguly believes Iyer's transformation makes him a strong contender for a spot in all three formats of international cricket.

Uncertainty could hit pvt sector capital formation: FinMin economic review

Uncertainty could hit pvt sector capital formation: FinMin economic review

Rediff.com30 Apr 2025

The prospect of protracted uncertainties in the global economic landscape not only pose a risk for India's growth outlook in 2025-26, but are also likely to dent the private sector's capital raising and investment plans, the finance ministry averred on Tuesday, cautioning the country's corporates that the era of 'easy pickings' was over.

Anupam Mittal's Dhandha Mantra For Start-Up Success

Anupam Mittal's Dhandha Mantra For Start-Up Success

Rediff.com23 Oct 2025

'First, develop the ability to sell -- to persuade, negotiate and close. Second, understand the financial mechanics that determine where value pools and how profits are captured,' says Shaadi.com founder Anupam Mittal.

Hero rides festival tide, GST winds at its back

Hero rides festival tide, GST winds at its back

Rediff.com14 Oct 2025

With gains of over 28 per cent, Hero MotoCorp has emerged as the best-performing largecap automotive stock over the past three months. The rally has been driven by an improved outlook for the rural segment, higher demand during the ongoing festival season, and rising affordability following cuts in goods and services tax (GST) rates.

Gambhir calls Srikkanth's attack on Harshit Rana 'shameful'

Gambhir calls Srikkanth's attack on Harshit Rana 'shameful'

Rediff.com14 Oct 2025

'It's shameful that someone wanting to run his YouTube channel is targeting a 23-year-old

What Akshay Thinks Of Modi's Fashion Sense

What Akshay Thinks Of Modi's Fashion Sense

Rediff.com14 Oct 2025

'What's more important than money is peace of mind. That's what I always go for, more than money.'

Women's WC: Athapaththu, Perera keep Sri Lanka in semis race

Women's WC: Athapaththu, Perera keep Sri Lanka in semis race

Rediff.com20 Oct 2025

An inspiring spell from Shorna Akter (3/27) helped Bangladesh bowl out Sri Lanka for a modest 202 after Hasini Perera struck a career-best 85 in their must-win women's World Cup match in Navi Mumbai on Monday.

Kasparov takes lead over Anand at Clutch Chess

Kasparov takes lead over Anand at Clutch Chess

Rediff.com9 Oct 2025

It was in the first game that Anand had outplayed Kasparov and the former world No 1 survived thanks to some unforced error by the Indian ace.

Weight Loss Drug Mounjaro Registers Rs 80 Cr Sales

Weight Loss Drug Mounjaro Registers Rs 80 Cr Sales

Rediff.com8 Oct 2025

The bumper rise is due to the rising demand for the drug and patients' gradual shift towards its higher dosage.

Tejashwi promises govt job to every family in Bihar

Tejashwi promises govt job to every family in Bihar

Rediff.com9 Oct 2025

RJD leader Tejashwi Yadav promised that if the INDIA bloc comes to power in Bihar, it will ensure every family has a member with a government job, enacting legislation within 20 days of forming the government.

Meet India's new six-hitting sensation in Tests

Meet India's new six-hitting sensation in Tests

Rediff.com3 Oct 2025

Ravindra Jadeja smashed his way past Mahendra Singh Dhoni to become India's fourth-highest six-hitter in Test cricket, continuing his fine form against the West Indies in Ahmedabad on Friday.

Jobs Dry Up as Promises Fade in Ladakh

Jobs Dry Up as Promises Fade in Ladakh

Rediff.com9 Oct 2025

As the years passed, joblessness in the region increased.

Will Nitish Surprise Modi Or Vice Versa After Bihar Poll?

Will Nitish Surprise Modi Or Vice Versa After Bihar Poll?

Rediff.com29 Oct 2025

The BJP's MoSha leadership are past masters in encouraging defections from their allies if it helped their party capture the chief minister's chair. In Bihar, they are not sure if JD-U MPs and MLAs would be willing to cross over to the BJP if the Nitish leadership came on top -- and the NDA crossed the halfway mark together, observes N Sathiya Moorthy.