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Man City 'More United' After Premier League Charges, Arsenal's Zubimendi Set for Return

Man City 'More United' After Premier League Charges, Arsenal's Zubimendi Set for Return

Rediff.com17 Oct 2026

Manchester City's head coach Enzo Maresca stated that the club's players and supporters have grown closer following the Premier League's financial rule breach charges, while Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta provided an update on player injuries, with Martin Zubimendi potentially returning and Piero Hincapie still sidelined.

Stock Markets Today: Sensex Surges Over 900 points, Nifty above 22,850

Stock Markets Today: Sensex Surges Over 900 points, Nifty above 22,850

Rediff.com15 Oct 2026

Indian benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty saw a sharp rebound in early trade, driven primarily by a rally in IT stocks and a decline in crude oil prices, even as global markets faced selling pressure due to US inflation concerns. Track Sensex and Nifty on

West Indies CEO Blames 1997 ICC Decision for Cricket's Decline

West Indies CEO Blames 1997 ICC Decision for Cricket's Decline

Rediff.com16 Oct 2026

Cricket West Indies (CWI) CEO Chris Dehring has vehemently criticised the existing revenue model for bilateral cricket series, highlighting that the West Indies receive no financial benefit from their lucrative ongoing white-ball engagement with India.

Medvedev battles past Paul to reach Shanghai semis

Medvedev battles past Paul to reach Shanghai semis

Rediff.com17 Oct 2026

Daniil Medvedev defeated Tommy Paul 6-3 1-6 6-3 to reach the Shanghai Masters semi-finals, while Rafael Jodar made history by becoming the youngest semi-finalist after beating Casper Ruud 4-6 6-4 6-3. Medvedev will face Jodar next, with Alexander Zverev and Alejandro Davidovich Fokina contesting the other semi-final.

El Nino may intensify as southwest monsoon ends with 12.6% deficit

El Nino may intensify as southwest monsoon ends with 12.6% deficit

Rediff.com15 Oct 2026

The southwest monsoon has withdrawn from India, while the northeast monsoon has commenced in southern regions, bringing a wet spell. This year's southwest monsoon saw a rainfall deficit, largely attributed to the strengthening El Nino conditions, which are expected to persist until February 2027 and could become the strongest since 1950.

Tiger Shroff firing: 3 suspects caught on train in 15-minute Kota op

Tiger Shroff firing: 3 suspects caught on train in 15-minute Kota op

Rediff.com7 days ago

Three suspects have been detained in Kota, Rajasthan, in connection with the recent firing incident targeting actor Tiger Shroff's car in Mumbai, as police investigate the alleged involvement of the notorious Lawrence Bishnoi gang.

Top Indian Athletes Join IOA Electoral College For Athletes Commission Polls

Top Indian Athletes Join IOA Electoral College For Athletes Commission Polls

Rediff.com18 Oct 2026

Top Indian athletes like PV Sindhu, Mirabai Chanu, Neeru Dhanda, and Harmanpreet Singh have been nominated by their respective National Sports Federations to the electoral college for the Indian Olympic Association's Athletes Commission polls on November 3. The article details the nomination process, eligibility criteria, and the composition of the new Athletes Commission, noting the absence of some federations and the exclusion of outgoing members like Mary Kom.

From cricketer to BCCI secretary: Book chronicles Sanjay Jagdale's remarkable journey

From cricketer to BCCI secretary: Book chronicles Sanjay Jagdale's remarkable journey

Rediff.com11 Oct 2026

Sunil Gavaskar launched 'Rag Rag Mein Cricket', chronicling Sanjay Jagdale's journey from cricketer to coach, selector and administrator, while praising his lifelong, invaluable contribution to Indian cricket.

Chouhan Leads Indian Charge At DP World India Championship

Chouhan Leads Indian Charge At DP World India Championship

Rediff.com15 Oct 2026

Om Prakash Chouhan is the best-placed Indian golfer, tied fifth, after carding a four-under 68 on the rain-affected opening day of the USD 4 million DP World India Championship at Delhi Golf Club. Play was suspended due to darkness, with Denmark's Niklas Nrgaard leading.

Tilak Varma discusses India's changing batting order, his preparation for the finisher's role and the positives from the West Indies T20I series ahead of New Zealand.

Tilak Varma discusses India's changing batting order, his preparation for the finisher's role and the positives from the West Indies T20I series ahead of New Zealand.

Rediff.com18 Oct 2026

Tilak Varma discusses India's changing batting order, his preparation for the finisher's role and the positives from the West Indies T20I series ahead of New Zealand.

Eugenio Chacarra Dominates DP World India Championship

Eugenio Chacarra Dominates DP World India Championship

Rediff.com18 Oct 2026

Spanish golfer Eugenio Chacarra won the DP World India Championship by two shots at the Delhi Golf Club, marking his third DP World Tour title of the season and moving him to the top of the Race to Dubai rankings. Anirban Lahiri was the best Indian finisher at tied 23rd, attributing his performance to a lack of competitive golf. Yuvraj Sandhu finished tied 34th, reflecting on his maturing season.

'People of Pakistan loved Nana Patekar so much'

'People of Pakistan loved Nana Patekar so much'

Rediff.com9 Oct 2026

Former Pakistan cricketer Basit Ali expressed profound sadness over the passing of Bollywood icon Nana Patekar, with whom he shared a close friendship for over three decades, describing him as a 'dear friend, a brother' and a 'living legend'.

Study Uncovers Widespread Citation Manipulation By Research Paper Mills

Study Uncovers Widespread Citation Manipulation By Research Paper Mills

Rediff.com16 Oct 2026

A new study analysing over 33,000 cancer journal articles has uncovered widespread citation manipulation by "research paper mills". These fraudulent organisations artificially inflate citation counts, a key academic performance metric, for thousands of articles. The suspect papers show unusually high citations but low readership, distorting scientific evidence and potentially slowing progress.

Shafali Verma outlines fearless approach for India women ahead of Champions Trophy

Shafali Verma outlines fearless approach for India women ahead of Champions Trophy

Rediff.com15 Oct 2026

Indian women's cricket team vice-captain Shafali Verma stated the team's goal to play fearless and smart cricket in preparation for the Women's Champions Trophy early next year. The team will face Zimbabwe in a T20 series, part of their preparations, followed by ODIs.

Delhi HC green light for CJP's Connaught Place protest

Delhi HC green light for CJP's Connaught Place protest

Rediff.com15 Oct 2026

The Delhi High Court refused to issue an injunction to stop a protest by the CJP at Connaught Place Central Park on October 16, accepting the police's assurance to regulate the activity. A vendor had sought to regulate the protest, citing potential business losses during the festive season.

Rubio's India Visit: The Russian Oil Factor

Rubio's India Visit: The Russian Oil Factor

Rediff.com7 days ago

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio's visit to India this week underscores the complex dynamics of global energy policy, as Washington re-evaluates sanctions on Russian oil buyers amidst India's continued reliance on Russian crude.

Why Tilak Varma is willing to give up his No 3 spot

Why Tilak Varma is willing to give up his No 3 spot

Rediff.com14 Oct 2026

India's T20I vice-captain Tilak Varma discusses his adaptability to the middle-order batting position despite his preference for No. 3. He explains the mental adjustments required for different roles and clarifies the recent run-out incident in the third T20I against West Indies. India leads the series 2-1 ahead of the fourth T20I in Hyderabad.

How Gyaneshwari Yadav Plans To Conquer Asian Games

How Gyaneshwari Yadav Plans To Conquer Asian Games

Rediff.com7 Sep 2026

Commonwealth Games silver medallist Gyaneshwari Yadav is preparing for the Asian Games, aiming to surpass her personal best of 199kg. She plans to leverage her CWG experience despite facing tough international competition from powerhouses like China and South Korea. Yadav also acknowledges the upcoming domestic challenge from Mirabai Chanu and Bindyarani Devi in the 53kg category but remains confident and inspired by Chanu.

10 Jobs AI Can't Replace Anytime Soon

10 Jobs AI Can't Replace Anytime Soon

Rediff.com14 Oct 2026

While AI can help automate routine, repetitive tasks, jobs that require high emotional intelligence, communication skills, creativity and the ability to work in unpredictable situations are likely to withstand the rise of AI, says Kumar Rajagopalan, vice president (strategic initiatives) and country head (India), at Dexian, a global provider of IT consulting, digital transformation and workforce solutions.

Indian Army's Mission Olympic Wing: A Catalyst For Future Sporting Glory

Indian Army's Mission Olympic Wing: A Catalyst For Future Sporting Glory

Rediff.com12 Oct 2026

Chief of Army Staff General Dhiraj Seth lauded the Indian Army's Mission Olympic Wing for its role in developing talented sportspersons, citing their strong performance at the recent Asian Games as a precursor to success at the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics. The Army felicitated its 20 medal winners from the Asian Games, reaffirming its commitment to nurturing future athletes.

Nifty 50 Warning: Just 10 Stocks Above 200-DMA

Nifty 50 Warning: Just 10 Stocks Above 200-DMA

Rediff.com15 Oct 2026

The 200-DMA is a closely watched indicator of a stock's long-term trend and can serve as an early warning of trouble.

Stock Markets Today: Sensex, Nifty Rebound; HCL Tech, HDFC Bank Drive Early Gains

Stock Markets Today: Sensex, Nifty Rebound; HCL Tech, HDFC Bank Drive Early Gains

Rediff.com13 Oct 2026

Indian benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty saw an early rebound, driven by strong performances from blue-chip HDFC Bank and major IT firms like HCL Tech, which reported a significant rise in net profit. Track Sensex, Nifty on October 13.

Stock Markets Today: Sensex, Nifty pare early gains

Stock Markets Today: Sensex, Nifty pare early gains

Rediff.com12 Oct 2026

Indian benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty opened higher, extending their previous session's rally, driven by a decline in global oil prices, despite continued selling by Foreign Institutional Investors.

Why Gavaskar is unhappy with India's batting approach

Why Gavaskar is unhappy with India's batting approach

Rediff.com15 Oct 2026

Sunil Gavaskar has criticised the Indian batting unit for their lack of responsibility in chasing targets, specifically after their loss to West Indies in the fourth T20I in Hyderabad. Despite Sanju Samson's fifty, India failed to chase 247. Gavaskar also commented on individual performances and defended the inexperienced bowlers, while Cheteshwar Pujara praised West Indies skipper Shai Hope's balanced batting approach.

Kerala Minister Condemns Brutal Mob Lynching In Palakkad

Kerala Minister Condemns Brutal Mob Lynching In Palakkad

Rediff.com16 Oct 2026

Kerala Home Minister Ramesh Chennithala has strongly condemned the alleged mob lynching of an unidentified man in Palakkad district, announcing that seven people have been arrested and a Special Investigation Team (SIT) will probe the incident. The victim, aged 35-40, remains unidentified, and the minister has sought assistance from Tamil Nadu police. The incident, which involved the victim being attacked with stones and wooden sticks, is the third alleged mob lynching reported in Palakkad in recent years.

India Faces Massive AI Talent Shortage By 2026

India Faces Massive AI Talent Shortage By 2026

Rediff.com9 Oct 2026

A new report by BinQle indicates India will face a significant demand-supply gap of artificial intelligence professionals by 2026, requiring 1.4 million AI experts against an available pool of 400,000. This shortage could hinder growth for enterprises and GCCs, driving up salaries and necessitating continuous reskilling and strategic talent development.

HDFC Bank Q2 net profit up 6%; incoming MD Bagchi hints at balance sheet focus

HDFC Bank Q2 net profit up 6%; incoming MD Bagchi hints at balance sheet focus

Rediff.com17 Oct 2026

HDFC Bank reported a 5.55 per cent increase in consolidated net profit to Rs 20,700 crore for the September quarter, with incoming MD and CEO Anup Bagchi indicating a focus on strengthening the balance sheet and addressing retail vertical concerns post-merger.

Six Indians Advance To Final Rounds At DP World India Championship

Six Indians Advance To Final Rounds At DP World India Championship

Rediff.com17 Oct 2026

Spain's Eugenio Chacarra holds a one-shot lead at the DP World India Championship after the second round, with six Indian golfers successfully making the cut. Om Prakash Chouhan is the best-placed Indian, while Yuvraj Sandhu made a remarkable comeback. Several major champions also qualified, but some prominent Indian names missed the cut, leaving a tightly packed leaderboard.

Asian Games: How MMA Fighter Suchika Tariyal Was Denied Final Spot

Asian Games: How MMA Fighter Suchika Tariyal Was Denied Final Spot

Rediff.com21 Sep 2026

Suchika Tariyal secured India's first-ever medal in mixed martial arts at the Asian Games, winning a bronze in the women's traditional 60kg event. Despite a fiercely contested bout that ended in a draw, she lost the semifinal to Singapore's Hui Hoon Teo due to a lesser weight rule. Tariyal expressed disappointment with the decision but was proud of her historic achievement for the country.

Senior MIL Executive Arrested By CBI Over Defence Contract Bribery

Senior MIL Executive Arrested By CBI Over Defence Contract Bribery

Rediff.com14 Oct 2026

The CBI has arrested Anil Kumar, a senior executive at Munitions India Limited (MIL), for allegedly taking bribes and disclosing sensitive defence information related to a Rs 500 crore supply contract. The FIR also names SMPP CEO Ashish Kansal. Kumar is accused of routing illicit proceeds through family members, compromising national security.

Teenage Sensation Cisse's Hat-Trick Leads AC Milan to Dominant Europa League Win

Teenage Sensation Cisse's Hat-Trick Leads AC Milan to Dominant Europa League Win

Rediff.com16 Oct 2026

Teenager Alphadjo Cisse became the youngest Italian to score a hat-trick in European club competition, leading AC Milan to a resounding 4-0 victory over RB Salzburg in the Europa League, marking Milan's first continental treble in 24 years.

Lahiri On LIV Golf Future: 'Wait For A Month, Let Things Play Out'

Lahiri On LIV Golf Future: 'Wait For A Month, Let Things Play Out'

Rediff.com13 Oct 2026

Indian golfer Anirban Lahiri described his recent season as his 'weakest' and addressed the ongoing speculation surrounding LIV Golf. He stated that his future decisions regarding where he plays will be based on the best interests of his family and himself, urging patience as the situation is dynamic. Lahiri also shared insights into his break from golf, focusing on fitness and mental well-being, and expressed excitement about returning to play at the Delhi Golf Course.

Non-Hindus told to leave garba event, Aditya Gadhvi says 'not my call'

Non-Hindus told to leave garba event, Aditya Gadhvi says 'not my call'

Rediff.com16 Oct 2026

Gujarati folk singer Aditya Gadhvi has publicly distanced himself from an incident where non-Hindus and Muslims were asked to leave a high-end garba event in Ahmedabad during Navratri. The announcement was made from the stage by anchor-RJ Akash Trivedi, reportedly at the behest of Vishva Hindu Parishad (VHP) volunteers. Gadhvi stated that the action was not his doing or message, emphasising that his stage is for music and devotion, and garba welcomes everyone with love and respect for Maa Durga.

WhatsApp Scam Alert: Saying 'No' Can...

WhatsApp Scam Alert: Saying 'No' Can...

Rediff.com13 Oct 2026

Hyderabad Police Commissioner V C Sajjanar warned that replying 'NO' to unsolicited WhatsApp messages regarding unauthorised bank debits could allow fraudsters to steal your money without needing an OTP or a link.

Mahindra XUV 3XO ZNG: Where Power Meets CNG

Mahindra XUV 3XO ZNG: Where Power Meets CNG

Rediff.com16 Oct 2026

Mahindra & Mahindra has officially expanded its popular compact SUV lineup with the launch of the Mahindra XUV 3XO ZNG, its first-ever mainstream CNG passenger vehicle at an introductory starting price of Rs 9.99 lakh (ex-showroom).

Indian Man Faces Charges For Unauthorised Entry At Singapore F1 Grand Prix

Indian Man Faces Charges For Unauthorised Entry At Singapore F1 Grand Prix

Rediff.com12 Oct 2026

An Indian national, Daver Arish Adil, 39, has been charged with two counts of criminal trespass for allegedly entering a ticketed area and a staff-only zone at the Formula 1 Singapore Grand Prix without valid authorisation. His case will be heard again in court on Friday, with potential penalties including jail time and fines.

Eyes Review: Good Intentions, Mixed Impact

Eyes Review: Good Intentions, Mixed Impact

Rediff.com9 Oct 2026

Eyes tackles the serious issue of stalking and toxic relationships with a talented cast and a worthy premise, but its loose pacing and underdeveloped characters stop it from becoming the gripping procedural it could have been.

8 Capsicum Recipes To Spice Up Your Life

8 Capsicum Recipes To Spice Up Your Life

Rediff.com14 Oct 2026

From stuffed capsicums and comforting soups to salads, pasta and curries, here are some delicious ways to give this vegetable a starring role.

Zoho pauses pay hikes, trims marketing spend due to soaring AI infrastructure costs

Zoho pauses pay hikes, trims marketing spend due to soaring AI infrastructure costs

Rediff.com13 Oct 2026

Zoho Corporation has paused annual pay hikes and reduced marketing expenditure, citing a four-fold increase in server prices for AI infrastructure and an uncertain software sector outlook, according to founder Sridhar Vembu.

Darren Sammy outlines West Indies' strategy to conquer India in T20I series

Darren Sammy outlines West Indies' strategy to conquer India in T20I series

Rediff.com13 Oct 2026

West Indies head coach Darren Sammy emphasised the critical importance of winning both powerplays (batting and bowling) to defeat India in the ongoing T20I series. He highlighted the team's struggle to contain India in the initial overs while bowling and stressed the need for improvement. Sammy also defended all-rounder Roston Chase, praising his discipline and tactical understanding amidst criticism of his selection.