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1st Test: Manav Suthar scripts India's stunning Galle victory

1st Test: Manav Suthar scripts India's stunning Galle victory

Rediff.com7 days ago

Manav Suthar delivered a standout performance in just his second Test, taking 10 wickets as India beat Sri Lanka by 165 runs in the opening match of the series.

How UPI Revolutionised India's Digital Payments Ecosystem

How UPI Revolutionised India's Digital Payments Ecosystem

Rediff.com2 days ago

The Unified Payments Interface (UPI) has completed a decade since its launch, becoming the backbone of India's digital payments ecosystem. It has seen exponential growth in transaction volume and value, expanding financial inclusion and setting a global benchmark for real-time payments.

Tottenham Agree 75m Pound Deal to Sign Man City Winger Savinho

Tottenham Agree 75m Pound Deal to Sign Man City Winger Savinho

Rediff.com5 days ago

Tottenham Hotspur has reportedly agreed a 75 million deal, with an additional 10 million in add-ons, to sign Manchester City winger Savinho. This move follows a previous unsuccessful attempt by Spurs to acquire the Brazil international and comes as they also pursue City's Egypt forward Omar Marmoush.

West Asia crisis: Putin assures India of steady energy, fertiliser supplies

West Asia crisis: Putin assures India of steady energy, fertiliser supplies

Rediff.com1 days ago

Russia on Monday assured India of uninterrupted supply of energy and fertilisers amid disruption caused by the West Asia crisis, as External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar met President Vladimir Putin in Moscow and held talks with his key interlocutors.

Thinking About Chin Surgery? What You Must Know

Thinking About Chin Surgery? What You Must Know

Rediff.com2 days ago

From rhinoplasty and jaw augmentation to facelifts and eyelid surgery, facial plastic surgery is increasingly focused on creating balance between different features rather than changing just one part of the face. Chin surgery, or chin augmentation, is one such procedure that can make a significant difference to the overall facial profile.

Who Is Saransh Jain, India's Oldest Test Debutant?

Who Is Saransh Jain, India's Oldest Test Debutant?

Rediff.com3 days ago

Saransh Jain, the 33-year-old Madhya Pradesh all-rounder, made his India Test debut against Sri Lanka, replacing the injured Kuldeep Yadav, a testament to his consistent domestic performances.

10 Skills AI Is Teaching That Schools Aren't

10 Skills AI Is Teaching That Schools Aren't

Rediff.com1 days ago

When a student asks AI to explore an idea, challenges its response, asks for alternatives, improves the output and decides what is worth retaining, the student is practising behaviours that are central to leadership, says Jaspreet Bindra, co-founder and CEO of AI & Beyond, an organisation promoting AI literacy.

Australia's batting order faces scrutiny ahead of South Africa tour

Australia's batting order faces scrutiny ahead of South Africa tour

Rediff.com2 days ago

Australia secured an innings and 51-run victory over Bangladesh in the second Test, but the performance highlighted persistent issues with their top-order batting, particularly for Marnus Labuschagne, raising questions ahead of their South Africa tour.

771 Wickets! Starc Surpasses Ashwin, Vaas in All-Time List

771 Wickets! Starc Surpasses Ashwin, Vaas in All-Time List

Rediff.com3 days ago

Australian pacer Mitchell Starc delivered a sensational ten-wicket haul against Bangladesh in the second Test at Mackay, surpassing Ravichandran Ashwin and Chaminda Vaas in the all-time international wicket-takers list, and earning both 'Player of the Match' and 'Player of the Series' awards.

Hope returns to Old Trafford as Carrick plots Manchester United's rise back to the top

Hope returns to Old Trafford as Carrick plots Manchester United's rise back to the top

Rediff.com6 days ago

Michael Carrick aims to build on Manchester United's revival, balancing renewed confidence, squad reinforcements and Champions League demands while pushing the club toward sustained success among England's Premier League elite.

Ayodhya fish feast sparks political storm in UP; Yogi targets Ajay Rai

Ayodhya fish feast sparks political storm in UP; Yogi targets Ajay Rai

Rediff.com2 days ago

A political controversy has erupted in Uttar Pradesh after Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath accused state Congress chief Ajay Rai of participating in a fish feast in Ayodhya during the holy month of Shravan, near the Ram temple. Rai has vehemently denied the allegations, challenging Adityanath to provide proof and threatening to resign if proven, while also demanding the CM's resignation if no evidence is found. The Congress party has defended the event, stating it was a Nishad community gathering with their own food traditions.

How ChatGPT helped Goa man locate his lost shoes at Ujjain temple

How ChatGPT helped Goa man locate his lost shoes at Ujjain temple

Rediff.com16 Aug 2026

A Goa-based man, Shubhang Borkar, ingeniously used ChatGPT to locate his lost footwear amidst a pile of shoes outside the Mahakal Temple in Ujjain, Madhya Pradesh. He uploaded images of the footwear and his own shoes to the AI chatbot, which then successfully identified his pair, showcasing a practical and unusual application of artificial intelligence.

Manchester City's new head coach Maresca faces a monumental EPL challenge

Manchester City's new head coach Maresca faces a monumental EPL challenge

Rediff.com6 days ago

Manchester City enter a challenging post-Guardiola era, with Enzo Maresca tasked with preserving their dominance, managing squad changes and meeting immense expectations in a fiercely competitive Premier League.

1st Test, Day 3: Suthar, Jadeja star as Sri Lanka bowled out for 284

1st Test, Day 3: Suthar, Jadeja star as Sri Lanka bowled out for 284

Rediff.com17 Aug 2026

Manav Suthar and Ravindra Jadeja led India's bowling attack on Day 3 in Galle.

Mourinho: Vinicius Jr faces 'bullying' from opponents and crowd

Mourinho: Vinicius Jr faces 'bullying' from opponents and crowd

Rediff.com3 days ago

Real Madrid manager Jose Mourinho has accused opponents and supporters of 'bullying' Vinicius Jr, citing rough treatment in their 2-1 LaLiga win against Espanyol and calling it a 'pattern that repeats itself'.

SC prioritises probing sexual assault complaints in NEET protests

SC prioritises probing sexual assault complaints in NEET protests

Rediff.com2 days ago

The Supreme Court has directed its High-Powered Enquiry Committee to prioritise and immediately submit an interim report on complaints of sexual assault faced by women protesters during the July 20 NEET agitation at Jantar Mantar.

Revamped Chelsea aim to draw a line under years of disappointment

Revamped Chelsea aim to draw a line under years of disappointment

Rediff.com5 days ago

Chelsea is undergoing a significant close-season transformation under new manager Xabi Alonso, with major signings like Morgan Rogers.

SHANTI Rules Boost Nuclear Investment

SHANTI Rules Boost Nuclear Investment

Rediff.com2 days ago

The rules require nuclear plant operators to maintain an insurance policy, financial security or a combination of both to cover civil liability for nuclear damage.

Karn Sharma bids emotional farewell, ends career with four IPL titles, 591 wickets

Karn Sharma bids emotional farewell, ends career with four IPL titles, 591 wickets

Rediff.com2 days ago

Karn Sharma announced his retirement from competitive cricket at 38, ending a nearly two-decade career highlighted by India appearances, 591 wickets and four IPL titles.

Satwiksairaj and Chirag Shetty secure quarterfinal berth at World Championships

Satwiksairaj and Chirag Shetty secure quarterfinal berth at World Championships

Rediff.com5 days ago

Indian men's doubles pair Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty advanced to the quarterfinals of the World Championships after a hard-fought victory over Malaysia's Junaidi Arif and Yap Roy King.

Rekha: 'I Saw Umrao Jaan For The First Time Last Year'

Rekha: 'I Saw Umrao Jaan For The First Time Last Year'

Rediff.com18 Aug 2026

Legendary actress Rekha was honoured with the Excellence in Cinema Award at the Indian Film Festival of Melbourne, where she emotionally reflected on her iconic role in Umrao Jaan during a special 45th anniversary screening.

CJP clash fallout: Rajasthan govt to begin Rampura school work on Sep 1

CJP clash fallout: Rajasthan govt to begin Rampura school work on Sep 1

Rediff.com3 days ago

The Rajasthan government has announced that construction of a new building for a government primary school in Jaipur, which was at the centre of a recent confrontation between Cockroach Janata Party (CJP) members and villagers, will begin from September 1.

Akshay Bhatia Leads Indian Charge At BMW Championship

Akshay Bhatia Leads Indian Charge At BMW Championship

Rediff.com4 days ago

Akshay Bhatia is the top-performing Indian-origin golfer at the BMW Championship, currently tied 16th and five-under par, securing his spot in the upcoming Tour Championship. Other Indian-origin players, Aaron Rai and Sahith Theegala, are struggling to qualify.

Taapsee Pannu's Gandhari Gets A Release Date

Taapsee Pannu's Gandhari Gets A Release Date

Rediff.com4 days ago

Taapsee Pannu takes on a physically demanding role in Gandhari, an emotionally charged action-thriller about a mother's love and resilience, set to premiere globally on Netflix on September 3.

Home Flooded? Avoid These Insurance Claim Mistakes

Home Flooded? Avoid These Insurance Claim Mistakes

Rediff.com1 days ago

Flood insurance claims can be rejected or reduced if homeowners do not understand what their policy actually covers.

Will Kuldeep Make Way For Saransh Jain For Second Test Vs Sri Lanka?

Will Kuldeep Make Way For Saransh Jain For Second Test Vs Sri Lanka?

Rediff.com5 days ago

With Kuldeep Yadav looking ineffective, India could look towards including off-spinner Saransh Jain in the playing XI in the second Test in Colombo, especially looking at three left-handers in the Sri Lankan top seven.

Top International Archers To Compete In APL Season 2 In Hyderabad

Top International Archers To Compete In APL Season 2 In Hyderabad

Rediff.com4 days ago

The second season of the Archery Premier League (APL) will commence in Hyderabad on October 8, featuring 12 international archers, including Olympic bronze medallist Casey Kaufhold and other Olympic medallists like Mete Gazoz and Alejandra Valencia. The 11-day tournament aims to establish India as a key destination on the global archery calendar.

India scraps physical boarding passes for international flyers

India scraps physical boarding passes for international flyers

Rediff.com4 days ago

Indian immigration authorities are eliminating the mandatory physical stamping of boarding passes for international travellers from September 1, allowing e-boarding passes on smartphones for clearance. This move by the Bureau of Immigration aims to reduce passenger inconvenience and errors, with physical passes still accepted but not stamped. A pilot project for digital immigration entry/exit for Indian passport holders is also underway.

IndiGo faces booking system glitches once again

IndiGo faces booking system glitches once again

Rediff.com5 days ago

IndiGo, India's largest airline, experienced intermittent issues with its core reservation platform on Friday, affecting online services for customers. This follows a similar disruption on Wednesday, though the airline stated the issues have since been resolved.

10-day delay in Parliament prorogation fuels delimitation bill speculation

10-day delay in Parliament prorogation fuels delimitation bill speculation

Rediff.com3 days ago

Ten days after both Houses of Parliament were adjourned sine die, the Monsoon session is yet to end formally, giving rise to speculation that the government wants to pass a key legislation without convening a new session.

Christian women can file for divorce from current address: Kerala HC

Christian women can file for divorce from current address: Kerala HC

Rediff.com6 days ago

The Kerala high court has delivered a landmark judgment, empowering Christian women in India to file for divorce from their current place of residence, thereby removing a significant procedural hurdle and ensuring equal access to justice.

Arunachal BJP MP flags public concern over Chinese incursions

Arunachal BJP MP flags public concern over Chinese incursions

Rediff.com4 days ago

Arunachal Pradesh MP Tapir Gao underscores the critical importance of heeding local warnings regarding alleged Chinese incursions along the Line of Actual Control, amidst ongoing border tensions and official denials.

Bangladesh captain urges Australia for more Test tours after tied series

Bangladesh captain urges Australia for more Test tours after tied series

Rediff.com3 days ago

Bangladesh captain Najmul Hossain Shanto has urged Australia and cricket's powerbrokers to increase Test tours to the South Asian nation, emphasising its importance for his team to gain experience in diverse conditions and improve in the format.

How Cashfree Payments Achieved Significant Loss Reduction And Revenue Growth In FY26

How Cashfree Payments Achieved Significant Loss Reduction And Revenue Growth In FY26

Rediff.com6 days ago

Fintech company Cashfree Payments India Private Limited has significantly reduced its consolidated net losses to Rs 118.5 crore in FY26 from Rs 154 crore in FY25. The firm also saw a substantial revenue growth of over 51 per cent, reaching Rs 967.4 crore. Co-founder & CEO Akash Sinha highlighted achieving EBITDA profitability in March 2026 and outlined plans for full-year profitability in FY27, driven by growth in SMB and cross-border payments.

K'taka Oppn to lay siege to assembly on Monday over DKS minister's removal

K'taka Oppn to lay siege to assembly on Monday over DKS minister's removal

Rediff.com3 days ago

Leader of the Opposition in the Karnataka assembly R Ashoka on Sunday announced that the Bharatiya Janata Party and its ally Janata Dal-Secular would lay siege to Vidhana Soudha in Bengaluru on August 24 seeking the removal of planning and statistics minister B Nagendra from the cabinet.

Man involved in Gujarat hooch tragedy dies consuming same alcohol

Man involved in Gujarat hooch tragedy dies consuming same alcohol

Rediff.com5 days ago

A spurious liquor tragedy in Gujarat's Bhavnagar district has resulted in eight deaths and left 61 persons affected, with 25 still undergoing treatment. Police have arrested 13 individuals in connection with the incident, which involved methanol-laced alcohol sold under a popular brand name. The State Monitoring Cell is investigating the source and distribution network of the illicit brew.

3 newborns killed in Maha govt hospital fire, 36 rescued; probe ordered

3 newborns killed in Maha govt hospital fire, 36 rescued; probe ordered

Rediff.com1 days ago

The incident, which occurred early Monday morning, was reportedly caused by a sparking ventilator.

Why Is BMC Offering A Rs 61,500 Stipend To GenZ?

Why Is BMC Offering A Rs 61,500 Stipend To GenZ?

Rediff.com5 days ago

The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation's 12-month fellowship offers young graduates an opportunity to gain first-hand experience in civic administration and contribute to initiatives related to Mumbai's development.

India Hosts Successful BRICS Youth Ministers' Meeting

India Hosts Successful BRICS Youth Ministers' Meeting

Rediff.com4 days ago

The BRICS Youth Ministers' Meeting, organised by India's Sports Ministry, successfully concluded in Visakhapatnam. Presided over by Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya, the meeting built upon previous youth engagements, focusing on developing young leaders and promoting youth cooperation among BRICS nations.

Bangladesh ready to join Saudi-Pak-Turkiye defence alliance

Bangladesh ready to join Saudi-Pak-Turkiye defence alliance

Rediff.com3 days ago

Bangladesh is considering joining a newly formed defence alliance between Saudi Arabia, Pakistan, and Turkiye, with junior ministers stating that any decision would be based on national interests and a "Bangladesh First" policy. The pact, signed in Makkah, aims for collective deterrence.