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White-collar terror: Doctors formed 'Ansar Interim' to target J-K, beyond

White-collar terror: Doctors formed 'Ansar Interim' to target J-K, beyond

Rediff.com15 Feb 2026

The Jammu and Kashmir Police have busted a 'white-collar' terror module, revealing that doctors arrested in the case had been radicalized since 2016 and formed a new terror organization named 'Ansar Interim' to carry out subversive activities.

Ishan Kishan's Redemption: From Snub to Pakistan Statement

Ishan Kishan's Redemption: From Snub to Pakistan Statement

Rediff.com7 days ago

After losing his central contract and slipping down the pecking order, Ishan Kishan rebuilt his game and mindset through discipline, meditation and domestic grind - culminating in a defining performance against Pakistan.

Ashakal Aayiram Review: Watch It For Jayaram!

Ashakal Aayiram Review: Watch It For Jayaram!

Rediff.com9 Feb 2026

Ashakal Aayiram can be celebrated for the return to form for Jayaram, who owns every scene he is in, but the film around him drags and drags, with no end in sight, notes Arjun Menon.

'Expect Kuldeep in the eleven against Pakistan': Gavaskar

'Expect Kuldeep in the eleven against Pakistan': Gavaskar

Rediff.com13 Feb 2026

Former India captain Sunil Gavaskar anticipates leg-spinner Kuldeep Yadav replacing pacer Arshdeep Singh in the crucial T20 World Cup match against Pakistan, citing favorable conditions for spinners and strategic bowling decisions in recent games.

Hope Hails Team Effort as West Indies Reach Super Eights

Hope Hails Team Effort as West Indies Reach Super Eights

Rediff.com15 Feb 2026

Shai Hope praises West Indies' squad depth after a nine-wicket win over Nepal seals Super Eights berth in the T20 World Cup, with Jason Holder and Matthew Forde starring.

Wuthering Heights Review: Doesn't Do Justice To The Book

Wuthering Heights Review: Doesn't Do Justice To The Book

Rediff.com14 Feb 2026

Marketed as a Valentine's Day treat, audiences can expect to be mildly entertained by the surface-level intimate scenes in Wuthering Heights that only leave you thirsty for the real, raw passion, notes Divya Nair.

Class 12 student on joyride mows down 6-year-old, injures 4

Class 12 student on joyride mows down 6-year-old, injures 4

Rediff.com13 Feb 2026

The speeding Swift car hit an autorickshaw before ploughing into people walking along the roadside.

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.

Maduro illegitimate, we won't mourn end of his regime: UK

Maduro illegitimate, we won't mourn end of his regime: UK

Rediff.com4 Jan 2026

The UK has called for a safe and peaceful transition of power in Venezuela following a US operation that resulted in the capture of President Nicolas Maduro. Prime Minister Keir Starmer reiterated support for international law and said the UK government will discuss the situation with US counterparts.

Record alert! Zampa overtakes Afridi in T20 WC history

Record alert! Zampa overtakes Afridi in T20 WC history

Rediff.com11 Feb 2026

Australia's star spinner Adam Zampa overtook former Pakistan all-rounder Shahid Afridi to become the bowler with the joint-second-highest wickets in the T20 World Cup.

As Cute As A Teddy: Alanna, Ananya Dress Like...

As Cute As A Teddy: Alanna, Ananya Dress Like...

Rediff.com11 Feb 2026

Teddy Day is all about soft vibes, warm hugs and looking as adorable as the plush toys you get gifted.

Dream ends: Satwik-Chirag exit World Tour Finals

Dream ends: Satwik-Chirag exit World Tour Finals

Rediff.com20 Dec 2025

The Indians won the first game but failed to capitalise on the advantage, going down 21-10, 17-21 13-21 in the last-four contest that lasted one hour and three minutes.

T20 World Cup: Sahibzada Farhan fires Pakistan to victory against USA

T20 World Cup: Sahibzada Farhan fires Pakistan to victory against USA

Rediff.com10 Feb 2026

Sahibzada Farhan's explosive half-century and a clinical showing by the spinners lifted Pakistan to a convincing 32-run win over the United States of America.

We weren't good enough: Aus batter Renshaw

We weren't good enough: Aus batter Renshaw

Rediff.com13 Feb 2026

Matt Renshaw refuses to blame Colombo pitch after Australia's 23-run defeat to Zimbabwe in the T20 World Cup, admitting the team "weren't good enough" in the chase.

O'Romeo: The Real Story Of Hussain Ustara And Sapna

O'Romeo: The Real Story Of Hussain Ustara And Sapna

Rediff.com10 Feb 2026

In O'Romeo, Shahid Kapoor plays dreaded gangster Hussain Ustara, whose life has been touched upon in S Hussain Zaidi and Jane Borges' book Mafia Queens.

Arundhati Roy Withdraws From Berlinale

Arundhati Roy Withdraws From Berlinale

Rediff.com14 Feb 2026

Arundhati Roy has withdrawn from the Berlin International Film Festival, as she was 'shocked and disgusted' by the comments of the jury members regarding their stance on Gaza.

'Indian Army Has Free Hand To Deal With China'

'Indian Army Has Free Hand To Deal With China'

Rediff.com7 days ago

'After the Galwan clash, the rules of engagement changed with the army commanders allowed to use any means at their disposal as they deem fit for tactical operations.'

Hockey Pro League: Argentina thump India 8-0

Hockey Pro League: Argentina thump India 8-0

Rediff.com12 Feb 2026

India slumped to a crushing 0-8 defeat against Argentina in the FIH Men's Pro League in Rourkela, with Tomas Domene scoring four goals at the Birsa Munda Stadium.

Ranji Trophy: KL Rahul's fifty hands Karnataka edge over Mumbai

Ranji Trophy: KL Rahul's fifty hands Karnataka edge over Mumbai

Rediff.com8 Feb 2026

KL Rahul's half-century helped Karnataka gain an advantage over Mumbai in their Ranji Trophy quarterfinal match. Karnataka is chasing a target of 325 runs.

Winter Olympics: India's Stanzin Lundup finishes 104th in skiing

Winter Olympics: India's Stanzin Lundup finishes 104th in skiing

Rediff.com13 Feb 2026

India's Stanzin Lundup clocked 28 minutes 26.7 seconds to end at 104th out of 111 athletes who finished the race at the Tesero Cross-Country Skiing Stadium.

T20 World Cup: Faheem Ashraf's late blast helps Pakistan survive Netherlands scare in opener

T20 World Cup: Faheem Ashraf's late blast helps Pakistan survive Netherlands scare in opener

Rediff.com7 Feb 2026

Faheem Ashraf saved Pakistan the blushes, smashing a blistering 29 from 11 balls, as they registered a tense three-wicket victory against the Netherlands in the opening match of the 2026 T20 World Cup.

Rajasthan Royals unveil new captain ahead of IPL 2026

Rajasthan Royals unveil new captain ahead of IPL 2026

Rediff.com13 Feb 2026

Rajasthan Royals appoint Riyan Parag as captain for IPL 2026. The 24-year-old succeeds Sanju Samson, with Kumar Sangakkara and Manoj Badale backing his leadership ahead of the new season.

Rashid Rues Limited Games vs Top Sides After Tight Losses

Rashid Rues Limited Games vs Top Sides After Tight Losses

Rediff.com15 Feb 2026

Afghanistan skipper Rashid Khan says lack of regular matches against top teams hurt their T20 World Cup campaign after close defeats to New Zealand and South Africa left them on the brink.

'I Didn't Feel The Need To Show Cleavage'

'I Didn't Feel The Need To Show Cleavage'

Rediff.com6 days ago

'This leading filmmaker told me: "Don't let the industry cake you up with makeup and wigs. You are a breath of fresh air".'

Public sector banks' profit grows 18% to record Rs 52,603 cr in Q3

Public sector banks' profit grows 18% to record Rs 52,603 cr in Q3

Rediff.com9 Feb 2026

Led by the country's biggest lender State Bank of India (SBI), public sector banks logged a record cumulative profit of Rs 52,603 crore in the third quarter of the current fiscal, reflecting an 18 per cent year-on-year growth.

T20 World Cup: How Sri Lanka, Bangladesh Convinced Pakistan To Call Off Boycott

T20 World Cup: How Sri Lanka, Bangladesh Convinced Pakistan To Call Off Boycott

Rediff.com10 Feb 2026

Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, the United Arab Emirates, and other member nations had urged Pakistan to call off their India match boycott at the T20 World Cup.

Shock split: Alcaraz ends long partnership with Ferrero

Shock split: Alcaraz ends long partnership with Ferrero

Rediff.com17 Dec 2025

World tennis number one Carlos Alcaraz has split with his coach Juan Carlos Ferrero, they said on Wednesday, ending a seven-year partnership that delivered 24 titles including six Grand Slam crowns.

Demanding Job? Here's How To Find Time For Romance

Demanding Job? Here's How To Find Time For Romance

Rediff.com13 Feb 2026

For Gen Z professionals juggling targets, long hours, late-night calls and unrealistic expectations, finding time for romance has become a whole new challenge.

U-19 WC Hero Sooryavanshi Swaps Bat for Class 10 Boards

U-19 WC Hero Sooryavanshi Swaps Bat for Class 10 Boards

Rediff.com13 Feb 2026

After a star turn at the ICC U-19 World Cup 2026, India star Vaibhav Suryavanshi shifts focus to Class 10 board exams, balancing cricketing glory with academics.

WPL 2026: 'Keeping the RCB flag flying high': Virat Kohli hails Smriti Mandhana & Co

WPL 2026: 'Keeping the RCB flag flying high': Virat Kohli hails Smriti Mandhana & Co

Rediff.com6 Feb 2026

Royal Challengers Bengaluru has become the first team to hold both the IPL and WPL titles simultaneously.

How did Sensex fare on Budget days since 2014

How did Sensex fare on Budget days since 2014

Rediff.com1 Feb 2026

In the 15 Union Budget presentation days of the Narendra Modi government since it came to power in 2014, the BSE benchmark Sensex has ended in negative territory eight times.

T20 World Cup: Five-star Siddique helps UAE overpower Canada

T20 World Cup: Five-star Siddique helps UAE overpower Canada

Rediff.com13 Feb 2026

Junaid Siddique's five-wicket haul was complemented by half-centuries Aryansh Sharma and Sohaib Khan as the United Arab Emirates overpowered Canada by five wickets.

EPL: Arsenal slip again as title race heats up

EPL: Arsenal slip again as title race heats up

Rediff.com13 Feb 2026

Arsenal's Premier League lead is cut to four points after a 1-1 draw against Brentford, with goals from Noni Madueke and Keane Lewis-Potter.

Assam publishes final voters list, drops over 2.43 lakh names

Assam publishes final voters list, drops over 2.43 lakh names

Rediff.com10 Feb 2026

The Election Commission of India has published the final voters list for Assam after a Special Revision, deleting over 2.43 lakh names from the draft roll. The final roll comprises nearly 2.49 crore voters, a decrease of 0.97 per cent from the draft roll.

Can The Taekwondo Teacher Bring Peace To Manipur?

Can The Taekwondo Teacher Bring Peace To Manipur?

Rediff.com12 Feb 2026

For now, Yumnam Khemchand Singh's leadership will be judged not by promises or symbolism, but by whether his government can prevent further violence and begin the slow, difficult work of rebuilding trust.

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.

Opposition plans notice to remove Speaker Birla; numbers short, says Rijiju

Opposition plans notice to remove Speaker Birla; numbers short, says Rijiju

Rediff.com9 Feb 2026

The Congress party has accused the government of stifling opposition voices in the Lok Sabha, alleging that opposition leaders are not being allowed to express their views while the government side faces no such restrictions.

Parliament's winter session ends without pollution debate

Parliament's winter session ends without pollution debate

Rediff.com19 Dec 2025

Lok Sabha adjourned sine die, marking the end of the 19-day Winter Session. Key bills were passed, including one opening the civil nuclear sector to private companies and another replacing MNREGA.

'We're Busy And Spend Less Time With Each Other'

'We're Busy And Spend Less Time With Each Other'

Rediff.com11 Feb 2026

Ahead of Valentine's Day, Rediff's LOVE GURU recommends simple hacks to warm up the boredom in a long-term relationship.

Sensex, Nifty close almost unchanged in choppy trade

Sensex, Nifty close almost unchanged in choppy trade

Rediff.com11 Feb 2026

Benchmark stock indices Sensex and Nifty closed on a flat note in a choppy session on Wednesday as gains in PSU banks and auto shares were offset by losses in IT stocks.