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T20 World Cup: 'I was surprised': Gavaskar on Abhishek's change

T20 World Cup: 'I was surprised': Gavaskar on Abhishek's change

Rediff.com2 days ago

Sunil Gavaskar praises Abhishek Sharma's half-century against Zimbabwe in the T20 World Cup, highlighting his improved composure and learning from previous setbacks.

Pan-India LeT module busted, 7 Bangladeshis among 8 held

Pan-India LeT module busted, 7 Bangladeshis among 8 held

Rediff.com7 days ago

In a major counter-terror operation spanning three states, the Delhi Police has dismantled a Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT) module comprising eight operatives, including seven Bangladeshi nationals who had illegally entered India and procured forged identity documents, an official said on Sunday.

T20 WC: Promoted Hetmyer Proves An Asset For Windies

T20 WC: Promoted Hetmyer Proves An Asset For Windies

Rediff.com5 days ago

'The way he is batting, I think sometimes, he was kind of wasted down the bottom in the innings. He's such a good player, he can bat in all situations... (against) spin (and) pace..'

T20 World Cup: 'Youngest in the group': Arshdeep delivers again

T20 World Cup: 'Youngest in the group': Arshdeep delivers again

Rediff.com2 days ago

India's Arshdeep Singh discusses learning from senior bowlers Jasprit Bumrah and Mohammad Siraj, focusing on adaptability and staying ahead of batters in the T20 World Cup.

Messi event organiser detained in Kolkata over chaos

Messi event organiser detained in Kolkata over chaos

Rediff.com13 Dec 2025

The police in Kolkata have arrested the organiser of the event surrounding Argentine footballer Lionel Messi's visit to the Salt Lake Stadium after chaos broke out when the superstar stayed only for a few minutes and was not visible to most fans in attendance.

TMC Nominates Babul Supriyo, Rajeev Kumar, Menaka Guruswamy, and Koel Mallick for Rajya Sabha

TMC Nominates Babul Supriyo, Rajeev Kumar, Menaka Guruswamy, and Koel Mallick for Rajya Sabha

Rediff.com2 days ago

The Trinamool Congress (TMC) has announced its candidates for the upcoming Rajya Sabha elections, including Babul Supriyo, Rajeev Kumar, Menaka Guruswamy, and Koel Mallick.

T20 World Cup: Will India Field Rinku For Windies Game?

T20 World Cup: Will India Field Rinku For Windies Game?

Rediff.com1 days ago

Though he hasn't made a big impact with the bat yet, Rinku Singh has good experience at Eden Gardens. He has played 25 IPL matches here, scored 540 runs in 23 innings, and has a strike rate of 157.4. Will the team management back him as a finisher in this must win game?

T20 World Cup: Who India Will Face In Super 8s

T20 World Cup: Who India Will Face In Super 8s

Rediff.com18 Feb 2026

Team India is set for the Super 8 stage of the ICC T20 World Cup 2026, where they will face South Africa, Zimbabwe, and West Indies. Here's the schedule.

Jharkhand air ambulance crash: DGCA begins probe

Jharkhand air ambulance crash: DGCA begins probe

Rediff.com5 days ago

The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) has launched an investigation into the air ambulance crash in Jharkhand's Chatra district that killed all seven people on board. Two teams from the DGCA are probing the accident, while families mourn the loss of their loved ones.

Air ambulance from Ranchi to Delhi crashes, all 7 on board killed

Air ambulance from Ranchi to Delhi crashes, all 7 on board killed

Rediff.com5 days ago

The crash took place shortly after the aircraft operated by Redbird Airways Pvt Ltd took off from Ranchi airport at 7.11 pm.

Bengal: Post-SIR list out, 66 lakh names likely to be deleted

Bengal: Post-SIR list out, 66 lakh names likely to be deleted

Rediff.com1 days ago

The draft rolls published on December 16 had already pared down the electorate from 7.66 crore to 7.08 crore, deleting over 58 lakh names on grounds of death, migration, duplication and untraceability.

T20 World Cup: We deserve to be in Mumbai, says Surya after booking semi berth

T20 World Cup: We deserve to be in Mumbai, says Surya after booking semi berth

Rediff.com2 hours ago

India defeated the West Indies to secure a spot in the T20 World Cup semifinal against England, with opener Sanju Samson's making an unbeaten 97.

13 Must-Visit Indian Literary Festivals

13 Must-Visit Indian Literary Festivals

Rediff.com3 days ago

Lit fests in India have become vibrant cultural celebrations across India, bringing together celebrated authors, emerging voices, poets, thinkers and passionate readers, many of them very young, under one lively roof.

Sreenidi Deccan FC Secures Narrow Victory Over Diamond Harbour

Sreenidi Deccan FC Secures Narrow Victory Over Diamond Harbour

Rediff.com1 days ago

Sreenidi Deccan FC defeated Diamond Harbour FC 1-0 in an Indian Football League match, with Fabrice Kah scoring the decisive goal and Aryan Niraj Lamba saving a penalty.

Pradhan Accuses TMC of Protecting 'Infiltrators' for Votes

Pradhan Accuses TMC of Protecting 'Infiltrators' for Votes

Rediff.com8 hours ago

Union Minister Dharmendra Pradhan accuses the TMC of objecting to the omission of names from electoral rolls due to fears of losing the 'infiltrator' vote bank in the upcoming West Bengal Assembly polls.

T20 World Cup: True test awaits Hosein, Motie against SA, India, says Faf

T20 World Cup: True test awaits Hosein, Motie against SA, India, says Faf

Rediff.com5 days ago

Faf du Plessis believes real test for spinners Motie, Hosein will come against South Africa, India

Messi's Brief Visit Sparks Chaos At Kolkata Stadium

Messi's Brief Visit Sparks Chaos At Kolkata Stadium

Rediff.com13 Dec 2025

Angry fans hurled bottles and damaged fibreglass seats, forcing the police to intervene as they struggled to bring the situation under control at the Salt Lake Stadium on Saturday.

15 Drool-Worthy Kolkata Winter Foods

15 Drool-Worthy Kolkata Winter Foods

Rediff.com7 Jan 2026

Available only when the chill sets in, grab before it ends.

Historic Knock! Bennett Shines as Zimbabwe Bow Out of T20 World Cup

Historic Knock! Bennett Shines as Zimbabwe Bow Out of T20 World Cup

Rediff.com2 days ago

Despite Zimbabwe's exit from the T20 World Cup, Brian Bennett's outstanding performance, including a valiant 97 n.o. against India, has been a major highlight.

T20 World Cup: West Indies' Big Win Makes It Tougher For India

T20 World Cup: West Indies' Big Win Makes It Tougher For India

Rediff.com5 days ago

West Indies' commanding victory over Zimbabwe in the T20 World Cup has significantly increased the pressure on India to win their remaining matches by a substantial margin to secure a spot in the semifinals.

Bomb scare on IndiGo flight after threat note found in toilet

Bomb scare on IndiGo flight after threat note found in toilet

Rediff.com14 Feb 2026

A Shillong-bound aircraft was moved to an isolation bay at Kolkata airport after a handwritten note claiming a bomb was found, prompting a thorough search.

Messi Lands In Kolkata Amid Massive Fan Frenzy

Messi Lands In Kolkata Amid Massive Fan Frenzy

Rediff.com13 Dec 2025

Argentine superstar footballer Lionel Messi's touchdown in Kolkata in the early hours of Saturday sent the city into a frenzy.

ISL: Jamshedpur FC Rally to Down East Bengal in Thriller

ISL: Jamshedpur FC Rally to Down East Bengal in Thriller

Rediff.com2 days ago

Jamshedpur FC defeated East Bengal 2-1 in a dramatic Indian Super League match, with a late goal from Rei Tachikawa sealing the victory.

ISL: Jamshedpur FC edge Punjab; East Bengal crush SC Delhi

ISL: Jamshedpur FC edge Punjab; East Bengal crush SC Delhi

Rediff.com21 Feb 2026

Jamshedpur FC and East Bengal secured victories in their respective Indian Super League matches, with Jamshedpur edging past Punjab FC and East Bengal defeating Sporting Club Delhi.

After Kolkata chaos, Messi thanks Hyderabad fans

After Kolkata chaos, Messi thanks Hyderabad fans

Rediff.com13 Dec 2025

Hyderabad delivered the perfect footballing spectacle on Saturday night as Lionel Messi lit up the Rajiv Gandhi International Cricket Stadium, offering fans a sharply contrasting experience to the chaos that had unfolded earlier in Kolkata.

Rinku Singh's father passes away after battling stage-four cancer

Rinku Singh's father passes away after battling stage-four cancer

Rediff.com2 days ago

Indian cricketer Rinku Singh's father passed away after battling stage-four cancer. Rinku had briefly returned home from the T20 World Cup to see his father.

T20 World Cup: Ponting urges India: Pick best XI, forget matchups

T20 World Cup: Ponting urges India: Pick best XI, forget matchups

Rediff.com4 days ago

Ricky Ponting is of the opinion that the Indian team should be focusing on playing their best XI rather than trying to get the matchups right, when they face Zimbabwe in their next Super Eight clash on Thursday in Chennai's MA Chidambaram Stadium.

T20 World Cup Super 8s: Pressure on India vs Zimbabwe, admits batting coach

T20 World Cup Super 8s: Pressure on India vs Zimbabwe, admits batting coach

Rediff.com4 days ago

Batting coach Sitanshu Kotak acknowledges the pressure on India ahead of their crucial T20 World Cup Super Eights match against Zimbabwe, emphasising the team's need to handle expectations and regain momentum.

Bengal braces for post-SIR rolls on Saturday amid rising voter tensions

Bengal braces for post-SIR rolls on Saturday amid rising voter tensions

Rediff.com2 days ago

The upcoming publication of West Bengal's electoral rolls is expected to intensify political tensions and debates ahead of the Assembly elections, reflecting concerns about voter inclusion and identity.

Shai Hope steers Windies past Italy into T20 World Cup Super 8s unbeaten

Shai Hope steers Windies past Italy into T20 World Cup Super 8s unbeaten

Rediff.com19 Feb 2026

Shai Hope's impressive 75 was not enough as Italy's disciplined bowling attack restricted the West Indies to a modest total of 165 for six in their T20 World Cup group stage match.

Mohun Bagan kick-off ISL season with win over Kerala Blasters

Mohun Bagan kick-off ISL season with win over Kerala Blasters

Rediff.com14 Feb 2026

Mohun Bagan Super Giant defeated Kerala Blasters 2-0 in the opening match of the Indian Super League season.

Morkel Vs Morkel: Brothers In Rival Dugouts At T20 WC

Morkel Vs Morkel: Brothers In Rival Dugouts At T20 WC

Rediff.com21 Feb 2026

Albie and Morne Morkel find themselves in rival dugouts as South Africa face India in the T20 World Cup Super 8 clash.

Chaos at Messi's Kolkata event sparks political slugfest

Chaos at Messi's Kolkata event sparks political slugfest

Rediff.com13 Dec 2025

Political parties in West Bengal, including the ruling TMC and opposition BJP, have condemned the organizers of an event featuring Lionel Messi in Kolkata after it descended into chaos due to spectators' inability to properly view the football star. Demands for action and accountability have been made.

T20 World Cup: Abhishek, Hardik star as India demolish Zimbabwe in must-win Super 8 clash

T20 World Cup: Abhishek, Hardik star as India demolish Zimbabwe in must-win Super 8 clash

Rediff.com3 days ago

Abhishek, Hardik help India pulverise Zimbabwe by 72 runs; stay in semis race

ISL: Mohun Bagan cruise past Chennaiyin FC

ISL: Mohun Bagan cruise past Chennaiyin FC

Rediff.com6 days ago

Mohun Bagan Super Giant defeated Chennaiyin FC 2-0 in an Indian Super League match, with goals from Jamie Maclaren and Dimitrios Petratos.

Mamata apologises to Messi, fans after chaos at Kolkata event; orders probe

Mamata apologises to Messi, fans after chaos at Kolkata event; orders probe

Rediff.com13 Dec 2025

Stating that she was shocked and deeply disturbed by the 'mismanagement' at the Lionel Messi event in Kolkata, Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Saturday announced the constitution of a high-level committee to probe the incident.

Mamata apologises to Messi, fans after chaos at Kolkata event; orders probe

Mamata apologises to Messi, fans after chaos at Kolkata event; orders probe

Rediff.com13 Dec 2025

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee has ordered a high-level probe into the alleged mismanagement at the Lionel Messi event in Kolkata, after fans were unable to catch a glimpse of the football star.

Mukul Roy, ex-railway minister and TMC leader, passes away

Mukul Roy, ex-railway minister and TMC leader, passes away

Rediff.com6 days ago

Veteran politician and former railway minister Mukul Roy, a key figure in West Bengal politics, has died due to cardiac arrest, marking the end of a significant era.

T20 WC Super 8s: Kettleborough Returns For Big India Game

T20 WC Super 8s: Kettleborough Returns For Big India Game

Rediff.com20 Feb 2026

ICC have announced the list of officials for the Super 8s, starting with New Zealand-Pakistan duel in Group 2 on Saturday, February 21.

ED chargesheets RG Kar ex-principal in medical college irregularities

ED chargesheets RG Kar ex-principal in medical college irregularities

Rediff.com7 Feb 2026

The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has filed a chargesheet in connection with alleged financial irregularities at the R G Kar Medical College and Hospital, naming former principal Sandip Ghosh and others as accused.