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Armed Guards For India Vs Pakistan T20 World Cup Clash In Colombo

Armed Guards For India Vs Pakistan T20 World Cup Clash In Colombo

Rediff.com7 days ago

Sri Lanka has implemented special security measures for the highly anticipated India-Pakistan T20 World Cup match in Colombo on Sunday.

India to buy 114 Rafale jets in largest-ever arms push

India to buy 114 Rafale jets in largest-ever arms push

Rediff.com12 Feb 2026

The Indian Defence Ministry has approved the procurement of 114 Rafale fighter jets from France, a significant step towards bolstering the Indian Air Force's combat capabilities. The decision comes ahead of French President Emmanuel Macron's visit to India.

Terror plot foiled in Punjab, six BKI operatives held; arms, ammo seized

Terror plot foiled in Punjab, six BKI operatives held; arms, ammo seized

Rediff.com23 Jan 2026

Punjab Police announced the busting of two terror modules ahead of Republic Day, resulting in the arrest of six operatives and the seizure of arms and ammunition.

UK, French air forces destroy ISIS arms bunker in Syria

UK, French air forces destroy ISIS arms bunker in Syria

Rediff.com4 Jan 2026

British and French air force jets conducted intelligence-led strikes to destroy an arms bunker occupied by the Islamic State (ISIS) terrorist group in Syria.

China sanctions 20 US defence firms over Taiwan arms sales

China sanctions 20 US defence firms over Taiwan arms sales

Rediff.com26 Dec 2025

China has imposed sanctions on 20 US defence firms in response to the Trump administration's approval of a record USD 11.1 billion arms sales package to Taiwan.

Pakistan violates ceasefire in Kupwara, no casualties

Pakistan violates ceasefire in Kupwara, no casualties

Rediff.com1 days ago

Pakistani forces allegedly violated the ceasefire along the Line of Control (LoC) in the Nowgam sector of Kupwara district, Jammu and Kashmir, on Friday, according to officials.

Rising Stars T20 Asia Cup: Radha stars as India A storm into final

Rising Stars T20 Asia Cup: Radha stars as India A storm into final

Rediff.com1 days ago

Radha Yadav's all-round performance propelled India A Women to a five-wicket victory over Sri Lanka A in the Women's Rising Stars T20 Asia Cup semifinal, securing their place in the final.

T20 World Cup, India vs Netherlands: Abhishek's Six-Hitting Show Lights Up India Nets

T20 World Cup, India vs Netherlands: Abhishek's Six-Hitting Show Lights Up India Nets

Rediff.com4 days ago

India's cricket team intensifies spin practice, with Abhishek Sharma leading the charge, as they prepare for Wednesday's T20 World Cup match against the Netherlands.

Chiranjeevi Undergoes Shoulder Surgery; 'Recovering Well'

Chiranjeevi Undergoes Shoulder Surgery; 'Recovering Well'

Rediff.com4 days ago

Chiranjeevi updates that he is 'recovering well and already getting back to my routine'.

Security lapse as three-day-old child kidnapped from Delhi hospital

Security lapse as three-day-old child kidnapped from Delhi hospital

Rediff.com4 days ago

A three-day-old boy was allegedly abducted from a Delhi hospital, prompting a police investigation and search operation.

Shikhar Dhawan Marries Sophie Shine

Shikhar Dhawan Marries Sophie Shine

Rediff.com10 hours ago

Former India cricketer Shikhar Dhawan marries long-time girlfriend Sophie Shine in a private Delhi NCR ceremony; Yuzvendra Chahal shares wedding pictures.

KSCA To Name Hubballi Pavilion After Sunil Joshi

KSCA To Name Hubballi Pavilion After Sunil Joshi

Rediff.com12 hours ago

KSCA to name Pavilion Block at Hubballi's Rajnagar Cricket Grounds after former India cricketer Sunil Joshi during Ranji Trophy final.

Chinese military urged to boost English skills for global role

Chinese military urged to boost English skills for global role

Rediff.com3 days ago

The Chinese military is planning to revamp its English-language instruction in its academies to improve graduates' communication skills on the international stage, according to an article by senior lecturers from the People's Liberation Army (PLA).

The Greatest Left-Arm Bowlers Of All Time

The Greatest Left-Arm Bowlers Of All Time

Rediff.com6 Dec 2025

Left-arm spinners, all-rounders, and pacers who mastered their craft and left a mark in Test cricket.

T20 World Cup: Mukkamalla, Harmeet star as USA thrash Netherlands

T20 World Cup: Mukkamalla, Harmeet star as USA thrash Netherlands

Rediff.com13 Feb 2026

Saiteja Mukkamalla's attractive 79 and a four-wicket haul by former India Under-19 star Harmeet Singh powered United States to a comfortable 93-run victory over the Netherlands.

South Africa romp past UAE to Super 8s unbeaten

South Africa romp past UAE to Super 8s unbeaten

Rediff.com3 days ago

Alishan Sharafu's resilient 45 enabled UAE to reach a total of 122 for 6 in their T20 World Cup match against South Africa, despite Corbin Bosch's impressive bowling performance.

Modi grabbed my hand and...: Sam Altman on awkward moment

Modi grabbed my hand and...: Sam Altman on awkward moment

Rediff.com2 days ago

"I didn't know what was happening," Altman said when asked about the awkward moment.

Smriti, Jemimah star as India win T20I series in Australia after a decade

Smriti, Jemimah star as India win T20I series in Australia after a decade

Rediff.com17 hours ago

India Women beat Australia by 17 runs; clinch historic T20I series victory

T20 World Cup: India Vs Pakistan -- 5 Key Battles

T20 World Cup: India Vs Pakistan -- 5 Key Battles

Rediff.com7 days ago

A look at five possible mouth-watering match-ups in the upcoming India vs Pakistan T20 World Cup in Colombo on Sunday.

T20 WC: Hardik, Kishan star as India thrash Namibia

T20 WC: Hardik, Kishan star as India thrash Namibia

Rediff.com12 Feb 2026

India crushed Namibia by 93 runs in the T20 World Cup, powered by Ishan Kishan and Hardik Pandya, but concerns remain ahead of the Pakistan clash.

Pakistan bombs 7 terrorist camps in Afghanistan in retaliatory strike

Pakistan bombs 7 terrorist camps in Afghanistan in retaliatory strike

Rediff.com2 hours ago

Pakistan launched a military operation targeting terrorist hideouts in Afghanistan following a series of attacks, including a suicide bombing that killed Pakistani soldiers. The action comes after repeated calls for the Afghan Taliban to prevent terrorists from using Afghan soil to launch attacks against Pakistan.

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.com2 days ago

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.

'Beheading' slogan challenges law, sovereignty; incites armed revolt: HC

'Beheading' slogan challenges law, sovereignty; incites armed revolt: HC

Rediff.com18 Dec 2025

The Allahabad High Court has stated that the slogan "Gustakh-e-nabi ki ek saza, sar tan se juda" (the only punishment for insulting the prophet is beheading) challenges the authority of law and the sovereignty and integrity of India, as it incites people to armed rebellion.

'Ikkis Is My Way Of Paying Tribute To India's Armed Forces'

'Ikkis Is My Way Of Paying Tribute To India's Armed Forces'

Rediff.com25 Dec 2025

'I worked with Sriram Raghavan in Johnny Gaddar and now Ikkis. He is a very gifted director. He knows what he is doing.'

T20 World Cup: Zimbabwe stun Sri Lanka, top Group B

T20 World Cup: Zimbabwe stun Sri Lanka, top Group B

Rediff.com2 days ago

Zimbabwe beat Sri Lanka by six wickets in T20 World Cup match to top Group B in Colombo

Ashwin Backs Pakistan Spinner's Unusual Action

Ashwin Backs Pakistan Spinner's Unusual Action

Rediff.com11 Feb 2026

Spin great Ravichandran Ashwin was quick to jump to Tariq Usman's defence when former Bengal wicketkeeper Shreevats Goswami questioned the legality of the pause in his bowling action.

Tension rises in Manipur after several houses set ablaze

Tension rises in Manipur after several houses set ablaze

Rediff.com9 Feb 2026

Armed militants allegedly torched several houses in Manipur's Ukhrul district, as tensions simmered in the area after a Tangkhul Naga community member was "assaulted" by a group of people. Two tribal groups engaged in intense stone pelting at Litan village, prompting the administration to clamp prohibitory orders. Additional security personnel have been deployed to maintain law and order.

Ranji Trophy Semi-final: Sudip Gharami's century boosts Bengal on Day 1 vs J&K

Ranji Trophy Semi-final: Sudip Gharami's century boosts Bengal on Day 1 vs J&K

Rediff.com6 days ago

Sudip Gharami's second successive hundred guided Bengal to 249 for 5 against Jammu and Kashmir on the opening day of the Ranji Trophy semi-final, in Kalyani, on Sunday.

T20 World Cup: Aiden Markram shines as clinical South Africa trounce Canada

T20 World Cup: Aiden Markram shines as clinical South Africa trounce Canada

Rediff.com9 Feb 2026

Skipper Aiden Markram led from the front with a flamboyant half-century as South Africa registered a comprehensive 57-run win over Canada in their opening Group D T20 World Cup match.

Rajnath May Approve Rs 2.70 Trillion Rafales Today

Rajnath May Approve Rs 2.70 Trillion Rafales Today

Rediff.com12 Feb 2026

If approved, the fighters would help the IAF to build its reducing squadrons, especially after the MiG-21 was decommissioned last year.

T20 World Cup: When The Tiranga Inspires SKY's Team To Soar

T20 World Cup: When The Tiranga Inspires SKY's Team To Soar

Rediff.com1 days ago

The sight of the Tricolour fluttering in the stands sharpens the resolve of the players. It feels as though the flag has been stitched out of the hopes and heartbeat of Indian fans.

Will Australia include Steve Smith for crucial Sri Lanka clash?

Will Australia include Steve Smith for crucial Sri Lanka clash?

Rediff.com6 days ago

Injury-hit Australia are considering including veteran Steve Smith to strengthen their batting line-up for the crucial T20 World Cup Group B match against Sri Lanka. Australia needs to win to secure a spot in the Super Eights after a defeat to Zimbabwe.

Ex-Libyan dictator Muammar Gaddafi's son shot dead

Ex-Libyan dictator Muammar Gaddafi's son shot dead

Rediff.com4 Feb 2026

Saif al-Islam Gaddafi had remained a prominent and polarising figure in Libya since the 2011 NATO-backed uprising that ended his father's rule.

Blinkit faces police probe for selling illegal knives

Blinkit faces police probe for selling illegal knives

Rediff.com3 days ago

Delhi Police have registered a case against Blinkit for allegedly selling knives that violate government specifications, after discovering that criminals had purchased them online.

Tata Group, TCS Join Forces with OpenAI to Develop AI Infrastructure in India

Tata Group, TCS Join Forces with OpenAI to Develop AI Infrastructure in India

Rediff.com2 days ago

The Tata Group and TCS have announced a multi-dimensional partnership with OpenAI to build AI infrastructure, offer joint solutions, and train Indian youth, aiming to position India as a global AI hub.

Chapman Ready For Tariq's 'Unique' Threat

Chapman Ready For Tariq's 'Unique' Threat

Rediff.com1 days ago

New Zealand's Mark Chapman believes their frequent matches against Pakistan will give them an edge in their T20 World Cup Super 8s match. He also discussed adapting to the slower Sri Lankan pitches and Mitchell Santner's fitness.

Monank Patel Lauds USA's Intent in Big T20 WC Win

Monank Patel Lauds USA's Intent in Big T20 WC Win

Rediff.com13 Feb 2026

Saiteja Mukkamalla provided the impetus to USA's total with a 51-ball-79 against The Netherlands in Chennai on Friday.

Russian intelligence deputy chief hurt in Moscow assassination attempt

Russian intelligence deputy chief hurt in Moscow assassination attempt

Rediff.com7 Feb 2026

Alekseyev, deputy chief of Russian military intelligence (GRU), has been involved in Russia's military campaigns in Ukraine and Syria. He's also been sanctioned by the US and EU for his role in malicious cyber activities and the nerve agent attack in Salisbury, England.

Sidharth Malhotra Mourns The Loss Of His Father

Sidharth Malhotra Mourns The Loss Of His Father

Rediff.com3 days ago

'Papa, your integrity is my inheritance.'

Bajaj Finserv completes Allianz's stake buyout in its insurance arms

Bajaj Finserv completes Allianz's stake buyout in its insurance arms

Rediff.com9 Jan 2026

Bajaj Finserv on Thursday said it has completed the acquisition of Allianz SE's stake in Bajaj General Insurance and Bajaj Life Insurance, worth Rs 12,190 crore and Rs 9,200 crore, respectively. Bajaj Finserv, along with Bajaj Holdings & Investment and Jamnalal Sons, acquired the foreign insurer's 23 per cent stake in the businesses, marking the largest transaction in the Indian insurance sector.