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Auto firms hope to drive to Europe taking the FTA route

Auto firms hope to drive to Europe taking the FTA route

Rediff.com11 Feb 2026

The India-EU free trade deal could help Indian-made cars enter Europe at lower costs and challenge Chinese dominance.

Rishabh Pant back; to lead India A against South Africa

Rishabh Pant back; to lead India A against South Africa

Rediff.com21 Oct 2025

Rishabh Pant is making a comeback to competitive cricket after recovering from his foot injury.

SA sweat over key player's fitness ahead of T20 WC

SA sweat over key player's fitness ahead of T20 WC

Rediff.com19 Jan 2026

Although the Joburg Super Kings player later came out to bat as stand-in captain, filling in for the injured Faf du Plessis, Ferreira faced just one delivery before retiring hurt due to discomfort.

T20WC: Kiwis out to tighten grip atop Group D vs UAE

T20WC: Kiwis out to tighten grip atop Group D vs UAE

Rediff.com9 Feb 2026

New Zealand aims to solidify their Group D lead with a victory against the United Arab Emirates in their T20 World Cup match, following a win against Afghanistan. The Kiwis will look for strong performances from Finn Allen and Rachin Ravindra, while the UAE seeks to gain experience against a top team.

Bajaj Auto logs best quarterly earnings in Q3

Bajaj Auto logs best quarterly earnings in Q3

Rediff.com31 Jan 2026

Two-wheeler (2W) major Bajaj Auto on Friday posted its highest ever quarterly revenue and profit during the third quarter of 2025-26 (Q3FY26). Bajaj Auto's consolidated net profit for the quarter grew by 25 per cent year-on-year (Y-o-Y) to Rs 2,749 crore, with the revenue also growing 23 per cent to Rs 16,204 crore.

SKY rises, Abhishek No 1: India dominate T20 charts

SKY rises, Abhishek No 1: India dominate T20 charts

Rediff.com28 Jan 2026

India captain Suryakumar Yadav on Wednesday climbed five places to seventh in the ICC men's T20I rankings

Gambhir safe as coach? BCCI sends clear message

Gambhir safe as coach? BCCI sends clear message

Rediff.com24 Jan 2026

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) vice-president Rajeev Shukla said that head coach Gautam Gambhir has a firm grip on the team and is popular among the players.

Fit-again Tilak Varma picked for India A for T20 World Cup warm-up

Fit-again Tilak Varma picked for India A for T20 World Cup warm-up

Rediff.com2 Feb 2026

Tilak Varma makes a comeback after a groin injury which forced him to miss the five-match T20I series against New Zealand.

T20 World Cup 2026: Dates, Venues, Past Winners, More

T20 World Cup 2026: Dates, Venues, Past Winners, More

Rediff.com6 Feb 2026

Tournament co-hosts India will be out to defend their Twenty20 World Cup title. The 10th edition of the 20-overs global showpiece event will run from February 7 to March 8.

Top stars face tough road to Glasgow CWG

Top stars face tough road to Glasgow CWG

Rediff.com2 Feb 2026

The National Senior Federation Competition scheduled to be held in Ranchi from May 22 to 25 will serve as the final selection event for the country's track and field athletes for the Glasgow Commonwealth Games starting July 23.

T20 World Cup: Pakistan out to avenge '24 WC defeat to US

T20 World Cup: Pakistan out to avenge '24 WC defeat to US

Rediff.com9 Feb 2026

Pakistan will be looking to avenge the defeat to the USA in the 2024 T20 World Cup when they clash in Colombo on Tuesday.

From Bench to World Cup: Jacob Duffy's Patience Pays Off

From Bench to World Cup: Jacob Duffy's Patience Pays Off

Rediff.com12 Feb 2026

New Zealand pacer Jacob Duffy reflects on years of waiting, breaking a Sir Richard Hadlee record and finally making his World Cup debut at 31.

T20 WC: Named after Yuvraj, Canada's Samra dreams big

T20 WC: Named after Yuvraj, Canada's Samra dreams big

Rediff.com6 Feb 2026

Named after Yuvraj, Canada's Samra keen to emulate his idol in T20 WC

Harshit Rana ruled out of T20 World Cup

Harshit Rana ruled out of T20 World Cup

Rediff.com6 Feb 2026

Young Indian speedster Harshit Rana is likely to miss the T20 World Cup due to a knee injury sustained in a warm-up game. Skipper Suryakumar Yadav has indicated that Rana's condition "does not look good," casting doubt on his participation in the tournament.

All Eyes On Sunday's Clash, Not Thursday's Game

All Eyes On Sunday's Clash, Not Thursday's Game

Rediff.com11 Feb 2026

In this rivalry, numbers fade and national pride takes centre stage.

After Wankhede stumble, India eye batting blitz vs Namibia at Kotla

After Wankhede stumble, India eye batting blitz vs Namibia at Kotla

Rediff.com11 Feb 2026

The Namibia match could be a God-sent opportunity for an out-of-form Sanju Samson to get into run-scoring mode after a string of failures that saw him lose his place to Ishan Kishan, who is going through a purple patch.

Youth ODI: India win rain-hit series opener vs SA

Youth ODI: India win rain-hit series opener vs SA

Rediff.com4 Jan 2026

Pangalia, Ambrish help India U19 beat SA U19 in Youth ODI

Here's why England are T20 World Cup favourites

Here's why England are T20 World Cup favourites

Rediff.com5 Feb 2026

England will be heading into the T20 World Cup with a massive confidence boost following a series win across both white-ball formats in Sri Lanka under captaincy of young Harry Brook, who has switched his side's fortunes since taking over.

Which Of These Gorgeous Animal Pix Do You Like?

Which Of These Gorgeous Animal Pix Do You Like?

Rediff.com10 Feb 2026

The Natural History Museum, London, has officially unveiled the 24-image shortlist for the 2026 Nuveen People's Choice Award. This prestigious contest, a key part of the Wildlife Photographer of the Year competition and supported by lead sponsor Nuveen, invites the public to decide which image will be crowned the winner.

'Pakistan are going to suffer'

'Pakistan are going to suffer'

Rediff.com2 Feb 2026

Former India cricketer Madan Lal said that the Pakistan Cricket Board are not doing the right thing at the moment and will suffer the consequences, after Pakistan decided to boycott its group-stage match against India in the ICC World T20 World Cup, scheduled for February 15.

T20 World Cup: Netherlands have it easy against Namibia

T20 World Cup: Netherlands have it easy against Namibia

Rediff.com10 Feb 2026

The Netherlands delivered a disciplined bowling performance to restrict Namibia to 156 for 8 in their T20 World Cup Group A match, despite a recovery in the middle overs by the Namibian side.

T20 World Cup 2026: Debutants Who Could Write History

T20 World Cup 2026: Debutants Who Could Write History

Rediff.com6 Feb 2026

New faces with big dreams. These players are set to step onto the T20 World Cup stage for the first time.

India-origin Bajwa to lead Canada in T20 World Cup

India-origin Bajwa to lead Canada in T20 World Cup

Rediff.com15 Jan 2026

Canada, making their second appearance at the tournament, are in Group D alongside South Africa, New Zealand, Afghanistan, and the United Arab Emirates.

T20 World Cup: Can Brook silence noise in England's opener?

T20 World Cup: Can Brook silence noise in England's opener?

Rediff.com7 Feb 2026

England faces Nepal in their T20 World Cup opener, hoping to shift focus from off-field issues surrounding captain Harry Brook. Nepal aims to make an impact after a strong showing in the previous edition.

Tilak drops rehab video, targets T20 World Cup spot

Tilak drops rehab video, targets T20 World Cup spot

Rediff.com22 Jan 2026

Tilak Varma posted some pictures and videos on his social media, showcasing his rehab process as he prepares to make a return to Team India ahead of the all-important T20 World Cup.

New Zealand eye all-round sharpness against tricky Afghanistan

New Zealand eye all-round sharpness against tricky Afghanistan

Rediff.com7 Feb 2026

New Zealand aims to regain their form against a formidable Afghanistan in their opening Group D match of the ICC T20 World Cup. Key players and strategies are under scrutiny as both teams seek a strong start in the tournament.

India will take off if Abhishek Sharma fires: Shastri

India will take off if Abhishek Sharma fires: Shastri

Rediff.com22 Jan 2026

Ravi Shastri believes India too will "take off" in next month's T20 World Cup if their explosive opener Abhishek Sharma fires, while Kevin Pietersen hailed the lefthander as a "proper star".

'Treat Bangladesh, Pakistan The Same As India'

'Treat Bangladesh, Pakistan The Same As India'

Rediff.com5 Feb 2026

Former England captain Nasser Hussain slammed the International Cricket Council for its decision to exclude Bangladesh from the T20 World Cup for their refusal to play in India.

Pant hits 90 as India A edge South Africa in 1st Unofficial Test

Pant hits 90 as India A edge South Africa in 1st Unofficial Test

Rediff.com2 Nov 2025

India A registered a fighting three-wicket win over South Africa A in the first four-day match, in Bengaluru, on Sunday.

Virat Kohli: Eternal King Of Run Chases!

Virat Kohli: Eternal King Of Run Chases!

Rediff.com12 Jan 2026

Virat Kohli has now amassed 1,091 runs in 300-plus successful chases in ODIs, averaging 121.22 with a strike rate of 125.25, including seven hundreds and two fifties.

T20 World Cup: India look to ride on form, familiarity

T20 World Cup: India look to ride on form, familiarity

Rediff.com5 Feb 2026

Form and familiarity favour India in T20 World Cup

T20 World Cup: Italy begin maiden campaign against Scotland

T20 World Cup: Italy begin maiden campaign against Scotland

Rediff.com8 Feb 2026

Football giants Italy begin cricket World Cup's maiden campaign against Scotland

T20 World Cup: Surya's Knock: Poetry Under Pressure

T20 World Cup: Surya's Knock: Poetry Under Pressure

Rediff.com8 Feb 2026

Suryakumar Yadav's batting was a lesson on how to bat under pressure while the other reputed batters fell one by one at the other end.

West Indies name strong squad for T20 World Cup

West Indies name strong squad for T20 World Cup

Rediff.com26 Jan 2026

Hope to lead West Indies in T20 World Cup; Sampson, Joseph included

Why Pat Cummins decided to skip T20 World Cup

Why Pat Cummins decided to skip T20 World Cup

Rediff.com3 Feb 2026

Australia pace spearhead Pat Cummins says his injury-forced withdrawal from the T20 World Cup was also driven by a desire to be completely fit for the upcoming Test season.

Team's think tank is right behind Sanju Samson in this tough period: Kotak

Team's think tank is right behind Sanju Samson in this tough period: Kotak

Rediff.com30 Jan 2026

India's batting coach Sitanshu Kotak on Friday acknowledged that Sanju Samson has been going through a lean phase without doubting the quality of the struggling batter, and reiterated the team management's support for him.

'Beating Pakistan Doesn't Feel Special Anymore'

'Beating Pakistan Doesn't Feel Special Anymore'

Rediff.com3 Feb 2026

'India-Pakistan match, if it does not happen, no big deal. Honestly, for a long time now, the actual game has never lived up to the hype and the drama we built up before the match.'

Gillespie back in Pakistan cricket as coach of PSL franchise

Gillespie back in Pakistan cricket as coach of PSL franchise

Rediff.com29 Jan 2026

Australia's former pacer will be back in Pakistan cricket as head coach of Pakistan Super League's new franchise, Kingsmen Hyderabad, after parting ways with PCB in late 2024 following a stint with the national men's team.

What Does It Cost To Live Per Day?

What Does It Cost To Live Per Day?

Rediff.com23 Jan 2026

What does it cost per day for a single person to live in different countries? Here is sampling of expenses.

'T20 is thrilling, but base of game is Test cricket'

'T20 is thrilling, but base of game is Test cricket'

Rediff.com31 Jan 2026

Kapil backs India in T20s, stresses focus on Test cricket