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India U-17 show fighting spirit to hold Myanmar

India U-17 show fighting spirit to hold Myanmar

Rediff.com1 days ago

The India U17 men's football team played out a 1-1 draw against Myanmar in their first friendly match in Thanlyin. Myanmar took the lead in the first half, but India equalised through a penalty in the second half, despite dominating possession.

Lockheed Martin eyes major India production boost for transport aircraft

Lockheed Martin eyes major India production boost for transport aircraft

Rediff.com1 days ago

Lockheed Martin aims to significantly expand its manufacturing capabilities in India, particularly through its partnership with Tata Advanced Systems Limited, if it secures the bid to supply 60 medium transport aircraft to the Indian armed forces. The proposal includes local production of 48 aircraft and an upgrade for the existing IAF C-130J fleet.

Sikkim Chief Minister Praises Indian Women's Hockey Team For Asian Games Gold

Sikkim Chief Minister Praises Indian Women's Hockey Team For Asian Games Gold

Rediff.com3 days ago

Sikkim Chief Minister Prem Singh Tamang congratulated the Indian Women's hockey team for winning the gold medal at the Asian Games in Aichi-Nagoya, Japan, highlighting their determination and teamwork.

SC orders swift action over allegations against Lakhimpur Kheri case judge

SC orders swift action over allegations against Lakhimpur Kheri case judge

Rediff.com8 hours ago

The Supreme Court has directed the Allahabad High Court chief justice to promptly address allegations against the presiding officer of the 2021 Lakhimpur Kheri violence case, who is accused of transferring cases to himself and acquitting defendants. The apex court also urged the Uttar Pradesh government to appoint a new public prosecutor for the high-profile trial.

Why Congress Workers Face Serious Charges Over CEC Residence Protest

Why Congress Workers Face Serious Charges Over CEC Residence Protest

Rediff.com5 days ago

Around 20 Congress workers, including six arrested, have been booked for attempt to murder, grievous hurt, and rioting after allegedly defacing Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar's residence in Agra during a protest. The Congress party claims "false" sections were invoked and plans to challenge the charges.

Akash Deep set for Test comeback as India pick New Zealand tour squads

Akash Deep set for Test comeback as India pick New Zealand tour squads

Rediff.com3 hours ago

Fast bowler Akash Deep is expected to be recalled to India's Test squad for the upcoming New Zealand tour, following a successful return to domestic cricket after a seven-month injury layoff. The selection committee is also set to pick squads for T20Is, ODIs, and India A's shadow tour.

Tragedy Strikes Kerala Resort: Receptionist Murdered

Tragedy Strikes Kerala Resort: Receptionist Murdered

Rediff.com6 days ago

A 20-year-old receptionist, Dilsha, was allegedly stabbed to death by a man identified as Jithu at a resort in Kozhenchery, Kerala. Police suspect the killing is linked to a failed relationship. The accused was apprehended at the scene and handed over to the police.

Lhuan-dre Pretorius blasts 188, becomes highest individual scorer in T20 cricket

Lhuan-dre Pretorius blasts 188, becomes highest individual scorer in T20 cricket

Rediff.com2 days ago

Lhuan-dre Pretorius smashed an unbeaten 188 off 79 balls for Titans, breaking Chris Gayle's T20 record with 13 sixes and 15 fours before narrowly missing a double century.

'US voting corrupt': Trump confuses Brazil elections with India

'US voting corrupt': Trump confuses Brazil elections with India

Rediff.com9 hours ago

The reference to India's 'Presidential election' appears to be a mix-up with Brazil, which held its first round of presidential elections on Sunday with 125.27 million valid votes.

Iran defies US exit order, Rubio strikes as 2 envoys 'kicked out' of America

Iran defies US exit order, Rubio strikes as 2 envoys 'kicked out' of America

Rediff.com1 days ago

Two members of Iran's delegation to the United Nations General Assembly in New York were "kicked out" of the United States on Saturday after allegedly failing to comply with a US State Department order to leave the country, Axios reported, citing a US official, as tensions between Washington and Tehran continue to rise amid the West Asia crisis, particularly the Strait of Hormuz.

Asian Games 2026: Axar sends message to teammates before Pakistan final

Asian Games 2026: Axar sends message to teammates before Pakistan final

Rediff.com4 days ago

We have to perform in both batting and bowling, Axar Patel says ahead of India's Asian Games 2026 cricket final against Pakistan on Saturday.

Prayers, a perfect 10 and historic gold: Kumkum Mohod's golden day

Prayers, a perfect 10 and historic gold: Kumkum Mohod's golden day

Rediff.com1 days ago

Kumkum Mohod, a 17-year-old from Amravati, has won India's first-ever women's individual recurve archery gold at the Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games. Her victory sparked celebrations in her hometown, with her family expressing immense pride and her father hoping for an Olympic gold. Kumkum also secured two other medals at the games.

How foreign varsities modified campuses to prevent suicides

How foreign varsities modified campuses to prevent suicides

Rediff.com1 days ago

Indian educational institutions are adopting physical modifications like "anti-suicide" fans and barriers to prevent student suicides, drawing parallels with measures taken by foreign universities such as Houston, Cornell, Harvard, and NYU. While these measures are seen as "bandaid solutions" by some, experts suggest restricting access to lethal means is a valid part of a comprehensive suicide prevention strategy, alongside crucial mental health support.

India's Recurve Archers Secure Gold Medal Berth At Asian Games

India's Recurve Archers Secure Gold Medal Berth At Asian Games

Rediff.com3 days ago

The Indian women's recurve archery team defeated China 5-1 in the semifinals of the Asian Games to qualify for the gold medal match against South Korea. This achievement follows the women's compound team's bronze medal win at the 2023 Asian Games.

Blue Drum Murder: Convicts Counselled After Emotional Verdict

Blue Drum Murder: Convicts Counselled After Emotional Verdict

Rediff.com4 days ago

Muskan Rastogi and Sahil Shukla, convicted in the sensational Blue Drum murder case of Merchant Navy officer Saurabh Rajput, are undergoing counselling in jail after becoming emotional and refusing food post-verdict. Their sentencing is scheduled for October 14, and the case continues to impact properties in Meerut.

Pune Murder Plot: Fiancee Used Online Research To Kill Realtor

Pune Murder Plot: Fiancee Used Online Research To Kill Realtor

Rediff.com4 days ago

A chargesheet filed by Pune Rural police reveals how Siya Goyal and her alleged lover Chetan Chaudhary meticulously planned the murder of realtor Ketan Agarwal. The accused reportedly researched online about past deaths at Lohagad Fort and methods to conceal evidence, including studying a 2025 death at the same location, to make Agarwal's murder appear accidental.

Eight Pune students on picnic drown off Maha's Diveagar beach

Eight Pune students on picnic drown off Maha's Diveagar beach

Rediff.com4 days ago

Eight students from a Pune-based coaching class drowned in the Arabian Sea off Diveagar beach in Maharashtra's Raigad district during a picnic. The incident, which saw all bodies recovered, has led to criticism from a local MLA regarding inadequate safety measures and the need for better guidance for young visitors at popular tourist spots.

Property Dispute Leads To Fratricide In Jaipur

Property Dispute Leads To Fratricide In Jaipur

Rediff.com6 days ago

A 65-year-old man was allegedly killed by his younger brother in Jaipur following a dispute over ancestral property. The accused, Murli Bagani, reportedly attacked his elder brother Shyam Bagani with a wooden stick and a knife. Police have detained the younger brother for questioning.

10,000 runs and counting: KL Rahul marks milestone with stunning ton

10,000 runs and counting: KL Rahul marks milestone with stunning ton

Rediff.com2 days ago

KL Rahul achieved a significant career milestone, completing 10,000 international runs with a spectacular unbeaten 129 off 87 balls in the third ODI against West Indies, becoming the 15th Indian to reach this landmark.

Long-Running JVG Fraud Case Sees Chargesheet Filed By EOW

Long-Running JVG Fraud Case Sees Chargesheet Filed By EOW

Rediff.com5 days ago

The Economic Offences Wing (EOW) of the Crime Branch has filed a chargesheet against four individuals in a 16-year-old fraud case involving Johar Veer Goga (JVG), an unauthorised non-banking finance company in Jammu. The case stems from an investor's complaint in 2010 regarding an unpaid fixed deposit from 1996-97, revealing that JVG operated without proper regulatory registration.

Jamil Optimistic For India's Football Future Despite Brazil Loss

Jamil Optimistic For India's Football Future Despite Brazil Loss

Rediff.com1 days ago

Khalid Jamil, head coach of the Indian football team, expressed optimism despite a 4-0 defeat against five-time world champions Brazil. He highlighted the high quality of the Brazilian team and the learning experience for India, emphasizing the need for more high-profile matches to improve. Jamil also defended goalkeeper Gurpreet Singh Sandhu and looked forward to the upcoming match against Uruguay.

Property Attachment Proceedings Begin For Absconders In Haryanvi Singer Murder Case

Property Attachment Proceedings Begin For Absconders In Haryanvi Singer Murder Case

Rediff.com6 days ago

Police in Shamli, Uttar Pradesh, have initiated proceedings to attach the properties of three absconding accused, Satyam Kadiyan, Aryan Sandhu, and Rahul alias Bholu, in the murder case of Haryanvi singer Ankit Balyan. The accused, all from Haryana, each carry a reward of Rs 1 lakh. Balyan was shot dead on August 26, and two alleged shooters were later killed in a police encounter.

Bombay High Court Grants Interim Bail To Accused Mother For Sick Infant

Bombay High Court Grants Interim Bail To Accused Mother For Sick Infant

Rediff.com5 days ago

The Bombay High Court has granted interim bail for eight months to a woman accused in a drug case, allowing her to care for her sick infant daughter. The court cited humanitarian grounds, emphasizing the infant's need for constant medical attention and maternal care, which cannot be adequately provided in prison.

Hindu temple vandalised with bricks in US

Hindu temple vandalised with bricks in US

Rediff.com2 days ago

A Hindu temple in Ohio, the Swaminarayan Hindu Temple Vadthaldham, was vandalised with bricks, shattering windows. US advocacy groups, including the Hindu American Foundation and the Coalition of Hindus of North America, have condemned the alleged hate crime, which occurred just before Hindu Heritage Month and Navaratri celebrations, calling for swift action and public condemnation from authorities.

Police cannot detain family to put pressure on accused: HC

Police cannot detain family to put pressure on accused: HC

Rediff.com3 days ago

The Allahabad High Court has ruled that police cannot unlawfully detain innocent family members of an accused to compel surrender, deeming such actions a deprivation of liberty and entitling the detained person to compensation. The court awarded Rs 40,000 to a petitioner illegally held for four days and directed recovery from responsible police personnel.

Birthday Girl Lovlina Storms To Boxing Gold At Asian Games

Birthday Girl Lovlina Storms To Boxing Gold At Asian Games

Rediff.com3 days ago

Lovlina Borgohain has secured India's first women's boxing gold at the Asian Games in 12 years, defeating China's Ziyi Bao in the 75kg final.

Uttarakhand voter count falls by over 8 lakh after SIR

Uttarakhand voter count falls by over 8 lakh after SIR

Rediff.com1 days ago

Uttarakhand's final electoral roll, released after the Special Intensive Revision, shows a significant reduction of approximately 8 lakh voters compared to the start of the process, with the total now standing at 71.58 lakh. The opposition Congress, however, claims the decline is much steeper, citing a 14 lakh reduction from an earlier figure. The Chief Electoral Officer's office detailed the revision process, including additions and removals, and outlined ongoing efforts to ensure all eligible citizens are included.

I had that one last fight left in me: Captain Smit Machchhar

I had that one last fight left in me: Captain Smit Machchhar

Rediff.com1 days ago

Indian pilot Smit Machchhar is being hailed as a hero for preventing his co-pilot from crashing an Israel-bound flydubai flight. Machchhar recounted his struggle in the cockpit, where he was attacked by the co-pilot and fought to open the cockpit door from the inside, allowing others to intervene and regain control of the aircraft.

A record 162 and a historic chase: Shai Hope stuns India

A record 162 and a historic chase: Shai Hope stuns India

Rediff.com1 days ago

Shai Hope smashed an unbeaten 162 as West Indies chased 352 to stun India by five wickets, setting a new record for the highest score in a successful ODI chase.

Digger Review: Tom Cruise Goes Bonkers!

Digger Review: Tom Cruise Goes Bonkers!

Rediff.com3 days ago

Tom Cruise lets go of the suave, sexy image and embraces the gloriously unsexy with supreme confidence, making this truly impossible mission utterly possible, raves Mayur Sanap.

MS Dhoni's Timeless Advice Powered Shai Hope's Record Chase

MS Dhoni's Timeless Advice Powered Shai Hope's Record Chase

Rediff.com1 days ago

West Indies batter Shai Hope credited former India captain MS Dhoni's advice for helping him stay patient and break down a massive 352-run chase against India, leading to his unbeaten 162 and a stunning five-wicket victory.

NPS Tatkal To Drive Pension System Growth

NPS Tatkal To Drive Pension System Growth

Rediff.com4 days ago

PFRDA Chairperson S Ramann announced an ambitious target to add 2-3 crore new subscribers to the National Pension System (NPS) within the next two years. This growth will be significantly driven by the new 'NPS Tatkal' scheme, which enables direct enrolment and contributions via UPI applications, making the pension system more accessible, especially in tier 2 and tier 3 cities and for the informal sector.

Jadeja's Place In Danger? India Eye Improved Bowling In 3rd ODI Vs West Indies

Jadeja's Place In Danger? India Eye Improved Bowling In 3rd ODI Vs West Indies

Rediff.com3 days ago

India's bowling attack, particularly veteran Ravindra Jadeja, is under immense pressure to deliver an improved performance in the third and final ODI against the West Indies in Mullanpur. With the series already secured, the focus shifts to addressing the team's struggles in picking up early wickets and containing runs, especially in the powerplay and middle overs.

'Your place is in jail': SC slams Rajpal Yadav in cheque bounce case

'Your place is in jail': SC slams Rajpal Yadav in cheque bounce case

Rediff.com3 hours ago

The Supreme Court has strongly criticised actor Rajpal Yadav for his failure to deposit money as per an undertaking in a long-running cheque-bounce case. The court expressed displeasure over the non-compliance despite previous directives and warned of serious consequences, including potential jail time, if the payment is not made promptly.

No amount of whataboutery can justify disenfranchising millions: SC judge on SIR

No amount of whataboutery can justify disenfranchising millions: SC judge on SIR

Rediff.com12 hours ago

Supreme Court Justice Ujjal Bhuyan has unequivocally stated that any process disenfranchising Indian citizens is arbitrary and violates the Constitution.

Sanju Samson: India's Asian Games Gold Did 'Not Come On A Platter'

Sanju Samson: India's Asian Games Gold Did 'Not Come On A Platter'

Rediff.com1 days ago

Wicketkeeper-batter Sanju Samson stated that India's Asian Games cricket gold was not achieved 'on a platter', attributing the success to the experienced 'A' team's ability to manage pressure in the high-stakes final against Pakistan.

'Welcome step': Pak on Indian delegation's Islamabad visit for SCO meet

'Welcome step': Pak on Indian delegation's Islamabad visit for SCO meet

Rediff.com3 days ago

Pakistan has welcomed an Indian delegation's visit to Islamabad for a Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) meeting, marking the first such visit after a significant gap. The visit is seen as a positive step towards regional peace and cooperation, with Pakistan also commenting on other international and domestic issues.

Fernandes: 'No divisions' in Portugal squad after Ronaldo exit

Fernandes: 'No divisions' in Portugal squad after Ronaldo exit

Rediff.com1 days ago

Bruno Fernandes has spoken to Cristiano Ronaldo and dismissed suggestions of a rift within the Portugal squad following Ronaldo's abrupt departure from the national team's training camp, emphasising that Ronaldo remains a national symbol.

BrahMos exports to cross $600 mn as India eyes 3 Southeast Asian buyers

BrahMos exports to cross $600 mn as India eyes 3 Southeast Asian buyers

Rediff.com3 days ago

BrahMos is a benchmark for India's emerging export story with exports to cross $600 million, defence secretary Rajesh Kumar Singh has said and noted that there are contracts or agreements to sell the high-end strategic system to three Southeast Asian countries including Indonesia and Vietnam.

'We have to be careful': Jamil's Uruguay warning

'We have to be careful': Jamil's Uruguay warning

Rediff.com46 minutes ago

India's head coach Khalid Jamil and left-back Akash Mishra discuss the team's short recovery time and the significant challenge posed by two-time world champions Uruguay, following their 0-4 defeat to Brazil. Despite the demanding schedule, the team remains focused on performing well in the upcoming friendly, with players acknowledging the importance of competitive football.