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NRI woman fights off late-night robbers with sword in Punjab

NRI woman fights off late-night robbers with sword in Punjab

Rediff.com21 hours ago

An NRI woman in Ludhiana, Punjab, bravely thwarted an alleged robbery attempt by wielding a sword against two bike-borne individuals who were following her car.

Gavaskar's big advice to struggling Abhishek

Gavaskar's big advice to struggling Abhishek

Rediff.com3 days ago

Sunil Gavaskar believes Abhishek Sharma is struggling with expectations in the T20 World Cup and advises him to avoid risky shots early in his innings. Gavaskar also praises Shivam Dube and Varun Chakravarthy's performances and suggests potential changes for the Super 8 clash against South Africa.

T20 WC: England edge Italy, seal Super 8s spot

T20 WC: England edge Italy, seal Super 8s spot

Rediff.com6 days ago

England finally rediscovered their attacking mojo, riding on an explosive start and a splendid late surge from Will Jacks to post a challenging 202 for seven against Italy in their must-win Group C clash, in Kolkata, on Monday.

Vinicius brace takes Real Madrid to top of LaLiga

Vinicius brace takes Real Madrid to top of LaLiga

Rediff.com7 days ago

Vinicius Jr scores twice from the spot as Real Madrid beat Real Sociedad 4-1 to go top of LaLiga, extending their winning streak to eight matches.

Rishabh Pant Finds Joy In Simple Things

Rishabh Pant Finds Joy In Simple Things

Rediff.com5 days ago

The wicket-keeper-batter has turned to Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy to get back in shape for the upcoming IPL.

AFC Women's Asian Cup squad: Mix of youth and experience

AFC Women's Asian Cup squad: Mix of youth and experience

Rediff.com1 days ago

India name six uncapped players in 26-member squad for AFC Women's Asian Cup in Australia, targeting quarterfinals and World Cup qualification.

Barcelona Slip in Title Race After Girona Shock

Barcelona Slip in Title Race After Girona Shock

Rediff.com5 days ago

Barcelona missed the chance to reclaim the LaLiga summit after suffering a 2-1 derby defeat to Girona, who roared back in the second half to leave Real Madrid top of the table.

Days after landslide poll victory, BNP office set ablaze in Bangladesh

Days after landslide poll victory, BNP office set ablaze in Bangladesh

Rediff.com7 days ago

Unidentified miscreants smashed a window and threw "petrol or similar substance" inside before igniting the blaze

'Blatant assault on public order': Court slams IYC protest at AI Summit

'Blatant assault on public order': Court slams IYC protest at AI Summit

Rediff.com4 hours ago

A Delhi court has criticized the conduct of Indian Youth Congress workers who protested at the AI Impact Summit venue, stating their actions were not legitimate dissent but a 'blatant assault on public order' that also harmed the country's diplomatic image.

'Those sitting inside bite': Cong MP brings dog to Parl

'Those sitting inside bite': Cong MP brings dog to Parl

Rediff.com1 Dec 2025

Chowdhury, a self-confessed dog lover, has a few pets at home. Sources close to the MP said her driver was supposed to take the canine to a veterinarian after dropping her off at Parliament.

T20 World Cup: South Africa sink NZ, inch closer to Super 8s

T20 World Cup: South Africa sink NZ, inch closer to Super 8s

Rediff.com7 days ago

South Africa beat New Zealand by seven wickets in T20 World Cup game in Ahmedabad.

Karnataka Enters Ranji Trophy Final After 11 Years; To Face Jammu And Kashmir

Karnataka Enters Ranji Trophy Final After 11 Years; To Face Jammu And Kashmir

Rediff.com3 days ago

Karnataka secured their spot in the Ranji Trophy final after 11 years, progressing due to a first-innings lead in their drawn semi-final against Uttarakhand.

Notorious JeM commander among 3 Pak terrorists killed in Kishtwar

Notorious JeM commander among 3 Pak terrorists killed in Kishtwar

Rediff.com10 minutes ago

Security forces in Jammu and Kashmir's Kishtwar district killed two Pakistani terrorists affiliated with Jaish-e-Mohammad (JeM) in an encounter. One of the deceased is believed to be a notorious JeM commander, Saifullah, who had been active in the region for five years.

OpenAI CEO hails India's 'incredible' AI growth

OpenAI CEO hails India's 'incredible' AI growth

Rediff.com3 days ago

OpenAI CEO Sam Altman emphasized the importance of democratizing Artificial Intelligence as the only fair and safe way forward, highlighting India's significant progress in AI adoption.

Nissan Gravite: 3-row car for small car price

Nissan Gravite: 3-row car for small car price

Rediff.com2 days ago

Despite its sub-4m footprint, the Gravite offers impressive cabin space, three usable rows, and practical storage solutions making it ideal for budget-conscious families, says Somnath Chatterjee.

AI Summit protest: 4 Youth Cong workers held, police suspect plot

AI Summit protest: 4 Youth Cong workers held, police suspect plot

Rediff.com1 days ago

Delhi Police arrested four Indian Youth Congress workers for staging a shirtless protest at the AI Impact Summit venue, with officials investigating a potential wider conspiracy.

Smriti, Jemimah star as India win T20I series in Australia after a decade

Smriti, Jemimah star as India win T20I series in Australia after a decade

Rediff.com1 days ago

India Women beat Australia by 17 runs; clinch historic T20I series victory

Hindu tea garden worker found dead in B'desh with hands, feet tied

Hindu tea garden worker found dead in B'desh with hands, feet tied

Rediff.com12 Feb 2026

A young Hindu tea garden worker was found murdered in Bangladesh, raising concerns amid upcoming parliamentary elections and a series of attacks against the Hindu community.

Atletico Madrid thrash Barcelona in Copa del Rey first leg semis

Atletico Madrid thrash Barcelona in Copa del Rey first leg semis

Rediff.com13 Feb 2026

The winners of the tie will face Real Sociedad or Athletic Bilbao in the final. Real Sociedad hold a 1-0 advantage ahead of their second leg in San Sebastian on March 4.

T20 World Cup: Jacks, Archer star as England demolish Sri Lanka

T20 World Cup: Jacks, Archer star as England demolish Sri Lanka

Rediff.com35 minutes ago

Jofra Archer and Will Jacks tore through Sri Lanka's batting line-up after Phil Salt's 40-ball 62 to power England to a thumping 51-run win in an eventful Super 8s match of the ICC T20 World Cup.

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.

Female student shot dead in Punjab law college, classmate critical

Female student shot dead in Punjab law college, classmate critical

Rediff.com9 Feb 2026

A law student in Punjab's Tarn Taran district allegedly shot and killed a female classmate inside their classroom before turning the gun on himself.

Terror accused stabbed to death in Faridabad jail

Terror accused stabbed to death in Faridabad jail

Rediff.com9 Feb 2026

Terror accused Abdul Rehman was murdered in Neemla Jail in Faridabad following a fight with another inmate, Arun Chaudhary, who allegedly stabbed him with a sharp weapon. Police are investigating the incident.

Hanumankind lights up Colombo ahead of India-Pak clash

Hanumankind lights up Colombo ahead of India-Pak clash

Rediff.com6 days ago

The atmosphere at the R Premadasa Stadium reached a fever pitch on Sunday evening as rapper Hanumankind delivered a high-energy performance ahead of the much-awaited India-Pakistan clash in the ICC Men's T20 World Cup.

Security lapse as three-day-old child kidnapped from Delhi hospital

Security lapse as three-day-old child kidnapped from Delhi hospital

Rediff.com4 days ago

A three-day-old boy was allegedly abducted from a Delhi hospital, prompting a police investigation and search operation.

T20 World Cup: Sri Lanka determined to overcome England challenge

T20 World Cup: Sri Lanka determined to overcome England challenge

Rediff.com1 days ago

Sri Lanka's fielding coach R Sridhar believes the team has learned from their previous defeat against England and is ready for their T20 World Cup Super Eights match.

896 Balls, One GOAT: Inside Kolkata's Messi Fan Zone

896 Balls, One GOAT: Inside Kolkata's Messi Fan Zone

Rediff.com11 Dec 2025

Between 9 and 13 December, the Argentina Football Fans Club of Kolkata is turning Aikatan, a cultural hub just a short walk from Salt Lake Stadium, into a full-blown Messi fan zone, drenched in Argentina's blue and white.

Radio Day: When India Was Radio Gaga

Radio Day: When India Was Radio Gaga

Rediff.com13 Feb 2026

Before playlists, podcasts, streaming apps, YouTube, television took over, radio was the centre of everyday life.

What Triptii Dimri Wears To Date Nights...

What Triptii Dimri Wears To Date Nights...

Rediff.com12 Feb 2026

If there's one actress who understands romance inside-out, it is O Romeo's Triptii Dimri.

T20 WC: Afghanistan thump Canada to bow out on a high

T20 WC: Afghanistan thump Canada to bow out on a high

Rediff.com2 days ago

Ibrahim Zadran's unbeaten 95 and Mohammad Nabi's four-wicket haul steered Afghanistan to an 82-run win over Canada in their final T20 World Cup match in Chennai, finishing on a high despite both teams being eliminated.

'Rekha-Akshay Were Very Keen To Do Sensual Scenes'

'Rekha-Akshay Were Very Keen To Do Sensual Scenes'

Rediff.com10 Feb 2026

'Dilip Kumar was a dream. The only regret I have in life is that I could not give him his last hit.' 'He loved every minute that he was on the set. I had set up a particularly long shot.' 'We did a number of takes mostly because somewhere he would mess up his line.' 'Then he sat down and fired himself: "Apne aap ko actor samajhta hai! Dilip Kumar! Acting toh aati nahin tujhe".' 'He shot again and did a great job.'

Saif Ali Khan-Shah Rukh Khan Reunite After 23 Years

Saif Ali Khan-Shah Rukh Khan Reunite After 23 Years

Rediff.com6 Feb 2026

'Kartavya is a story of a cop in a situation where both the outside world and the inside world are collapsing.'

T20 World Cup: Will Abhishek Sharma Roar Back in Super 8s?

T20 World Cup: Will Abhishek Sharma Roar Back in Super 8s?

Rediff.com2 days ago

Abhishek Sharma's recent struggles in the T20 World Cup have raised concerns, but experts believe his confidence remains intact and a strong comeback is imminent.

Delhi court acquits Brazilian in cocaine case, slams probe lapses

Delhi court acquits Brazilian in cocaine case, slams probe lapses

Rediff.com1 days ago

A Delhi court acquitted a Brazilian national in a 2016 cocaine seizure case, citing the prosecution's failure to comply with mandatory provisions of the NDPS Act.

Jab We Met: 'She Was My Bhabhi's Younger Sister'

Jab We Met: 'She Was My Bhabhi's Younger Sister'

Rediff.com6 days ago

Abhishek Bidwai tells Rishika Shah how he met his wife, Prajakta.

Kennedy Review: Sunny Leone Is Terrific!

Kennedy Review: Sunny Leone Is Terrific!

Rediff.com2 days ago

The violence in Kennedy is often unflinching and the characters offer no easy sympathy, but you stay hooked on how it all plays out. And that's when the classic Anurag Kashyap twist arrives, bringing an unexpected emotional payoff that lands just right, observes Mayur Sanap.

Delhi teacher poses as woman, attacks sister-in-law over family row

Delhi teacher poses as woman, attacks sister-in-law over family row

Rediff.com5 days ago

A 27-year-old physiotherapist was attacked by her brother-in-law, disguised in women's clothing, in Delhi's Rohini area. The accused, identified as Jai Prakash Yadav, was arrested and faces charges of attempted murder.

T20 World Cup: No Plan for Tariq? Kishan Reveals India's Game Plan

T20 World Cup: No Plan for Tariq? Kishan Reveals India's Game Plan

Rediff.com13 Feb 2026

As India prepares for their high-stakes match against Pakistan, the focus is on how they will tackle Pakistan's mystery spinner, Usman Tariq. Wicketkeeper-batter Ishan Kishan says the Indian camp is not anxious and is focused on playing their natural game.

Champions League: Bodo/Glimt stun Inter Milan; Newcastle rout Qarabag

Champions League: Bodo/Glimt stun Inter Milan; Newcastle rout Qarabag

Rediff.com3 days ago

Bodo/Glimt secured an upset 3-1 victory over Serie A leaders Inter Milan in the first leg of their Champions League playoff on Wednesday.

Toyota moves away from burly diesel SUVs with Ebella

Toyota moves away from burly diesel SUVs with Ebella

Rediff.com5 days ago

Toyota's first standalone electric SUV, the Urban Cruiser Ebella, delivers strong range and performance with premium quality, but rear space and features could have been better, says Somnath Chatterjee.