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Sarfaraz Ahmed: Sacked in 2019, now Pakistan's head coach?

Sarfaraz Ahmed: Sacked in 2019, now Pakistan's head coach?

Rediff.com6 days ago

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) is reportedly offering the head coach position for the Test team to former captain Sarfaraz Ahmed, potentially making him the youngest person to hold the role.

Hezbollah intelligence head killed in Israel's Beirut attack

Hezbollah intelligence head killed in Israel's Beirut attack

Rediff.com2 Mar 2026

IDF international spokesperson Lt Col Nadav Shoshani said the Israeli military targeted several Hezbollah positions, including command and control centres, launch sites and senior operatives.

Richard Pybus replaces Jonathan Trott as Afghanistan head coach

Richard Pybus replaces Jonathan Trott as Afghanistan head coach

Rediff.com24 Feb 2026

England-born Richard Pybus has been appointed as the head coach of the Afghanistan cricket team, replacing Jonathan Trott.

Gen Z impact: Ex-rapper's party heads to sweep Nepal polls

Gen Z impact: Ex-rapper's party heads to sweep Nepal polls

Rediff.com3 days ago

Nepal's Rastriya Swatantra Party is surging ahead in the general elections after Gen Z protests ousted the previous government, signaling a potential new era in Nepali politics.

T20 WC: Zimbabwe finally head home after travel chaos

T20 WC: Zimbabwe finally head home after travel chaos

Rediff.com6 days ago

The members of the Zimbabwe cricket team, who were stranded in India after the T20 World Cup due to international airspace closures amid ongoing conflict in the Middle East, headed home on Wednesday after the International Cricket Council (ICC) made alternative travel arrangements for their safe journey.

Malaika Turns Heads At Sophie Choudry's Birthday Bash

Malaika Turns Heads At Sophie Choudry's Birthday Bash

Rediff.com9 Feb 2026

Sophie Choudry celebrated her 44th birthday on February 8 with the media, offering them cake, as well as with her friends.

T20 World Cup: 'No need to panic': Head after Aussie collapse

T20 World Cup: 'No need to panic': Head after Aussie collapse

Rediff.com13 Feb 2026

Australia were dealt an early blow in their quest to reach the Super Eight stage of the Twenty20 World Cup after the depleted former champions crashed to a 23-run defeat by Zimbabwe in Colombo on Friday.

Alia Bhatt Heads To The BAFTAs

Alia Bhatt Heads To The BAFTAs

Rediff.com20 Feb 2026

Alia will present one of the BAFTAS on Sunday evening.

Is The UN Heading For Bankruptcy?

Is The UN Heading For Bankruptcy?

Rediff.com20 Feb 2026

Every UN secretary-general has flagged the financial situation, but Antonio Guterres has issued the direst warning yet, calling it a 'race to bankruptcy and of imminent financial collapse, points out Ambassador T P Sreenivasan.

2nd Iranian ship heads towards Sri Lanka after US submarine attack

2nd Iranian ship heads towards Sri Lanka after US submarine attack

Rediff.com5 days ago

Amidst escalating regional tensions, Sri Lanka is carefully considering its response after a second Iranian ship requested entry into its waters following a reported US submarine attack on an Iranian frigate near Galle.

What worries India heading into T20 World Cup Super 8s...

What worries India heading into T20 World Cup Super 8s...

Rediff.com19 Feb 2026

India's assistant coach Ryan ten Doeschate highlights the team's challenges against finger spin and the predictability of their left-handed top order as they prepare for the T20 World Cup Super 8s.

Depleted Australia bank on Travis Head in T20 World Cup

Depleted Australia bank on Travis Head in T20 World Cup

Rediff.com4 Feb 2026

Australia's title bid will be tested by injuries and Asian conditions at the T20 World Cup.

Agra man murders lover, chops up body, throws head in canal

Agra man murders lover, chops up body, throws head in canal

Rediff.com28 Jan 2026

The deceased woman has been identified as Minki Sharma (30), who was an HR manager in a private company at its office in Agra, and was allegedly in a relationship with Vinay, who worked as an accountant in the same company.

Bowed our head, lost self-respect: Pakistan PM on loans

Bowed our head, lost self-respect: Pakistan PM on loans

Rediff.com31 Jan 2026

Seeking foreign loan had forced Pakistan to 'bow' its head and make compromises at the 'cost of self-respect', Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has said in a candid admission about the humiliation involved in approaching 'friendly countries' for financial aid.

Gujarat couple heading to US kidnapped in Azerbaijan

Gujarat couple heading to US kidnapped in Azerbaijan

Rediff.com11 Feb 2026

An Indian couple from Gujarat was dramatically rescued from kidnappers in Azerbaijan after intervention by the Ministry of External Affairs.

Massive fleet heading towards Iran, warns Trump

Massive fleet heading towards Iran, warns Trump

Rediff.com23 Jan 2026

United States President Donald Trump has said that Iran is under close watch and a 'massive fleet' is heading towards the Gulf region.

Where Is Virat Kohli Headed To?

Where Is Virat Kohli Headed To?

Rediff.com19 Jan 2026

Virat Kohli headed back to London to rejoin his family.

UP man critical after being set on fire over handpump argument

UP man critical after being set on fire over handpump argument

Rediff.com1 days ago

A watchman in Uttar Pradesh was critically injured after being allegedly set on fire by the son of a village head following a dispute over a malfunctioning handpump.

Lucknow Teenager Detained in Father's Death: Abuse Alleged

Lucknow Teenager Detained in Father's Death: Abuse Alleged

Rediff.com2 hours ago

A 17-year-old boy in Lucknow has been detained by police after allegedly killing his father, who was reportedly a drug addict and abusive towards his family. The incident occurred after a dispute, and investigations revealed the father's substance abuse and mistreatment of family members as potential motives.

Locked away at the top: Smith hails Head

Locked away at the top: Smith hails Head

Rediff.com8 Jan 2026

Statistically, Head's series stands apart. Among all players to score more than 600 runs in a single Ashes, he is the only one to do so at a strike rate north of 75 -- a reflection of how decisively he altered the tempo of games.

India Look to Secure Semifinal Berth in FIH Women's Hockey World Cup Qualifiers

India Look to Secure Semifinal Berth in FIH Women's Hockey World Cup Qualifiers

Rediff.com8 hours ago

India needs at least a draw against Wales to qualify for the FIH Women's Hockey World Cup Qualifiers semifinal, with their fate also depending on the Scotland vs. Uruguay match.

Team India takes trophy to Hanuman temple after T20 World Cup win

Team India takes trophy to Hanuman temple after T20 World Cup win

Rediff.com1 days ago

After their T20 World Cup victory, the Indian cricket team, including coach Gautam Gambhir and captain Suryakumar Yadav, visited the Hanuman Tekri Temple in Ahmedabad to offer prayers and celebrate their win.

Amelia Valverde appointed head coach of Indian women's football team

Amelia Valverde appointed head coach of Indian women's football team

Rediff.com20 Jan 2026

Amelia Valverde named coach of Indian senior women's football team

Twin blow to Assam Cong: Bhupen Borah heads to BJP; MLA joins Raijor Dal

Twin blow to Assam Cong: Bhupen Borah heads to BJP; MLA joins Raijor Dal

Rediff.com18 Feb 2026

In a significant development ahead of the assembly elections, former Assam Congress president Bhupen Borah is set to join the BJP, according to Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma.

Pamela Conti named new head coach of Indian U-17 women's team

Pamela Conti named new head coach of Indian U-17 women's team

Rediff.com25 Jan 2026

Former Italy international Pamela Conti was on Sunday named head coach of the Indian women's U-17 team to take charge of the country's AFC Asian Cup campaign later this year, second such appointment of a national side this month made by the All India Football Federation (AIFF).

Gary Kirsten to coach Sri Lanka until 2028

Gary Kirsten to coach Sri Lanka until 2028

Rediff.com1 days ago

Gary Kirsten, the former India World Cup-winning coach, has been appointed as the head coach of the Sri Lanka cricket team on a two-year contract, aiming to strengthen the national side for major global events, including the 2027 ODI World Cup.

Lucknow Teenager Murders Father Due to Addiction Spending

Lucknow Teenager Murders Father Due to Addiction Spending

Rediff.com1 days ago

A 17-year-old boy in Lucknow killed his father after becoming resentful of his father's spending on substance abuse, which was burdening the family financially. This incident follows a similar case in February where a man killed and dismembered his father.

Maharashtra Government to Form Panel to Curb Social Media Defamation

Maharashtra Government to Form Panel to Curb Social Media Defamation

Rediff.com11 hours ago

The Maharashtra government is forming a committee headed by the Director General of Police to address the issue of defamation through social media platforms. The committee will study the issue and suggest measures to take action against those who defame individuals through social media.

Illegal Opium Cultivation Exposed in Chhattisgarh, Sparking Political Row

Illegal Opium Cultivation Exposed in Chhattisgarh, Sparking Political Row

Rediff.com1 hour ago

Authorities in Chhattisgarh have uncovered illegal opium cultivation, leading to seizures and political accusations. The discovery follows a previous incident involving a BJP leader, raising questions about the state government's role.

Rajasthan Police Officer Dies in Accidental Firing

Rajasthan Police Officer Dies in Accidental Firing

Rediff.com4 days ago

An assistant sub-inspector of Rajasthan Police died after his service revolver accidentally discharged at his residence in Bhilwara.

Rohit, Dhoni Create Iconic Moment Before T20 WC Final

Rohit, Dhoni Create Iconic Moment Before T20 WC Final

Rediff.com2 days ago

India's World Cup-winning captains Rohit Sharma and MS Dhoni, alongside International Cricket Council chairman Jay Shah, walked out at the Narendra Modi Stadium, in Ahmedabad, with the T20 World Cup trophy on Sunday.

Eminent historian K N Panikkar passes away at 90

Eminent historian K N Panikkar passes away at 90

Rediff.com1 days ago

Eminent historian and academic K.N. Panikkar, known for his Marxist interpretation of history and advocacy for secularism, has passed away at the age of 90. His contributions to historical research and defence of secular values are widely recognised.

Pune Police Foil Kidnapping Plot, Rescue Businessman and Arrest Five

Pune Police Foil Kidnapping Plot, Rescue Businessman and Arrest Five

Rediff.com20 minutes ago

Pune police have arrested five individuals from Uttar Pradesh for allegedly kidnapping a businessman and demanding a ransom of Rs 50 lakh. The businessman was rescued, and the suspects were apprehended near Sangamner.

ICC Arranges Flights For Teams Stranded In India

ICC Arranges Flights For Teams Stranded In India

Rediff.com3 days ago

Amid West Asia crisis, England, South Africa and West Indies to depart over the weekend.

Argument Over T20 World Cup Celebrations Turns Fatal in Bihar

Argument Over T20 World Cup Celebrations Turns Fatal in Bihar

Rediff.com1 days ago

A teenager in Bihar, India, died after an argument with a friend during a viewing of the ICC T20 World Cup final. The dispute escalated into a physical altercation, resulting in fatal injuries.

India Women's Football Team Aim for Quarter-Finals in Decisive Match Against Chinese Taipei

India Women's Football Team Aim for Quarter-Finals in Decisive Match Against Chinese Taipei

Rediff.com1 days ago

India women's football team face Chinese Taipei in a crucial AFC Women's Asian Cup match, needing a victory to keep their quarter-final hopes alive.

Harbhajan slams Kirti Azad for 'politicising' Team India's temple visit with T20 World Cup trophy

Harbhajan slams Kirti Azad for 'politicising' Team India's temple visit with T20 World Cup trophy

Rediff.com4 hours ago

Harbhajan Singh criticises Kirti Azad for questioning Team India's temple visit with T20 World Cup trophy

Kerala's KITE Launches 'Cyber Safety Protocol 2026' for Schools

Kerala's KITE Launches 'Cyber Safety Protocol 2026' for Schools

Rediff.com2 days ago

Kerala Infrastructure and Technology for Education (KITE) has published the 'Cyber Safety Protocol 2026' to ensure a secure digital learning environment and robust cyber defences for students in Kerala's public school system.

Woman Police Constable Commits Suicide in Vadodara

Woman Police Constable Commits Suicide in Vadodara

Rediff.com5 days ago

A 28-year-old woman head constable allegedly died by suicide at her residence in police quarters in Vadodara, Gujarat. Police found no suicide note and are investigating the circumstances surrounding her death.

India Coach Gautam Gambhir Dedicates T20 World Cup Victory To These Two Greats

India Coach Gautam Gambhir Dedicates T20 World Cup Victory To These Two Greats

Rediff.com1 days ago

Head coach Gautam Gambhir dedicated India's T20 World Cup victory to Rahul Dravid and V V S Laxman.