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Indian Women's Hockey Team Set for FIH Nations Cup in New Zealand

Indian Women's Hockey Team Set for FIH Nations Cup in New Zealand

Rediff.com16 Mar 2026

The Indian women's hockey team will participate in the FIH Hockey Nations Cup in Auckland, New Zealand, from June 15 to 21, following their relegation from the Hockey Pro League.

This War Has Surpassed All Limits Of Uncivilised Behaviour

This War Has Surpassed All Limits Of Uncivilised Behaviour

Rediff.com14 Apr 2026

One of the most uncivilised characteristics of this war has been the total disregard for international law and the laws of armed conflict, asserts Vice Admiral Biswajit Dasgupta (retd).

Ayush Shetty and Tanvi Sharma to lead India's charge at Orleans Masters after Prannoy injury

Ayush Shetty and Tanvi Sharma to lead India's charge at Orleans Masters after Prannoy injury

Rediff.com16 Mar 2026

Young badminton players Ayush Shetty and Tanvi Sharma will lead the Indian contingent at the Orleans Masters Super 300 tournament after HS Prannoy's withdrawal due to a shoulder injury.

Venezuela Wins First World Baseball Classic: How National Pride Powered The Upset Over US

Venezuela Wins First World Baseball Classic: How National Pride Powered The Upset Over US

Rediff.com18 Mar 2026

Venezuela defeated the United States 3-2 to win its first World Baseball Classic title, showcasing team unity and national pride.

Indian Shooters Struggle At ISSF Shotgun World Cup In Tangier

Indian Shooters Struggle At ISSF Shotgun World Cup In Tangier

Rediff.com2 Apr 2026

Indian shooters had a disappointing outing at the ISSF Shotgun World Cup in Tangier, with both mixed team pairs finishing far down the standings. The performance raises concerns about Asian Games selection.

Indian Manufacturing Growth Hits Four-Year Low: What's Behind the Slowdown?

Indian Manufacturing Growth Hits Four-Year Low: What's Behind the Slowdown?

Rediff.com2 Apr 2026

India's manufacturing sector growth slowed to a four-year low in March, impacted by cost pressures, competition, market uncertainty, and the Middle East conflict, according to the HSBC India Manufacturing PMI.

India mcap slips below $5 trn for first time in 10 months

India mcap slips below $5 trn for first time in 10 months

Rediff.com3 Mar 2026

India has lost its $5 trillion market capitalisation (mcap) tag following Monday's sharp selloff in equities and a simultaneous slide in the rupee.

Japan Gets Its First Lady Prime Minister

Japan Gets Its First Lady Prime Minister

Rediff.com21 Oct 2025

Leader of Japan's ruling Liberal Democratic Party Sanae Takaichi reacts as she is applauded after being elected as prime minister, October 21, 2025

Asian Games 2026: India Prepares Athletes For Unique Container Housing Experience

Asian Games 2026: India Prepares Athletes For Unique Container Housing Experience

Rediff.com5 Mar 2026

India is preparing its athletes for the unique accommodation arrangements at the upcoming Asian Games, which will feature repurposed shipping containers as housing units.

ISRO Highlights Crucial Role of Mission Operations in India's Space Ambitions

ISRO Highlights Crucial Role of Mission Operations in India's Space Ambitions

Rediff.com8 Apr 2026

ISRO Chairman V Narayanan has emphasised the critical role of mission operations in ensuring the success of India's expanding space programme. He highlighted this at the Spacecraft Mission Operations conference, noting the importance of sustained teamwork and operational precision, particularly for long-duration missions like Chandrayaan-3 and the upcoming Gaganyaan programme.

Toh, Ti Ani Fuji Review: Tale Of A Rancid Relationship

Toh, Ti Ani Fuji Review: Tale Of A Rancid Relationship

Rediff.com10 Apr 2026

Even with its flaws, Toh, Ti Ani Fuji stays with you because of how real it feels, notes Mayur Sanap.

Indian Kabaddi Stars Gear Up for Asian Games with Intensive Training Camp

Indian Kabaddi Stars Gear Up for Asian Games with Intensive Training Camp

Rediff.com27 Mar 2026

Leading kabaddi players from India's men's and women's teams are participating in a high-performance strength and conditioning camp to prepare for the Asian Games in Japan.

Women's Rowing Team Gears Up for Asian Games with National Camp

Women's Rowing Team Gears Up for Asian Games with National Camp

Rediff.com27 Mar 2026

A 51-day national rowing camp for women has commenced in Gorakhpur to strengthen the team's preparations for the Asian Games in Japan later this year. The camp, organised by the Sports Authority of India, focuses on training rowers for the continental event.

Japanese F1 GP: Kimi Antonelli on pole as Mercedes lock out front row

Japanese F1 GP: Kimi Antonelli on pole as Mercedes lock out front row

Rediff.com28 Mar 2026

Kimi Antonelli secured his second consecutive pole position at the Japanese Grand Prix, leading a Mercedes front-row lockout. Max Verstappen struggled, starting 11th.

Stock Market Today March 30, 2026: Sensex tanks 1,636 points, Nifty50 Fall To 22,331

Stock Market Today March 30, 2026: Sensex tanks 1,636 points, Nifty50 Fall To 22,331

Rediff.com30 Mar 2026

Indian equities on Dalal Street saw volatility as global market trends and fresh tariff concerns linked to Donald Trump impacted investor sentiment. Track Sensex, Nifty50 movement and key market drivers for March 30, 2026.

Indian Trap Shooters Seek Strong Showing at ISSF Shotgun World Cup in Tangier

Indian Trap Shooters Seek Strong Showing at ISSF Shotgun World Cup in Tangier

Rediff.com30 Mar 2026

Indian trap shooters are aiming for a better performance at the ISSF Shotgun World Cup in Tangier after a disappointing showing from the skeet team. Key athletes like Bhowneesh Mendiratta, Prithviraj Tondaiman, and Kynan Chenai are set to compete.

USS Tripoli enters West Asia combat zone with 3,500 marines

USS Tripoli enters West Asia combat zone with 3,500 marines

Rediff.com29 Mar 2026

The USS Tripoli, carrying around 3,500 US Marines, has entered the United States Central Command (CENTCOM) area of responsibility, marking the deployment of one of America's largest amphibious assault ships into an active combat theatre in West Asia amid the ongoing conflict.

Alcaraz eases into Japan Open quarters

Alcaraz eases into Japan Open quarters

Rediff.com27 Sep 2025

Japan Open: Alcaraz marches into quarterfinals, hails "best physio in the world" after overcoming ankle issues

Iran mines key oil island as US prepares to send troops

Iran mines key oil island as US prepares to send troops

Rediff.com26 Mar 2026

Iran has placed anti-personnel and anti-armour mines around the island, where US troops could potentially stage an amphibious landing.

Silver sinks Rs 17,800/kg, gold dives Rs 7K on global selloff

Silver sinks Rs 17,800/kg, gold dives Rs 7K on global selloff

Rediff.com19 Mar 2026

Gold and silver prices experienced a significant drop in the national capital due to a global selloff driven by inflation concerns, central bank policies, and geopolitical tensions.

UNSC to vote on Bahrain-led Hormuz resolution on Saturday amid opposition

UNSC to vote on Bahrain-led Hormuz resolution on Saturday amid opposition

Rediff.com3 Apr 2026

The UN Security Council will vote on a Bahrain-proposed resolution regarding the Strait of Hormuz, aiming to ensure freedom of navigation amid concerns and opposition from some members.

US 7th fleet's USS Tripoli strike group heads to West Asia as tensions soar

US 7th fleet's USS Tripoli strike group heads to West Asia as tensions soar

Rediff.com14 Mar 2026

According to the report, the Pentagon is deploying the USS Tripoli ARG, along with the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU), part of its own strike group.

Sensex, Nifty Recover to Close Higher Amidst Rupee Rebound

Sensex, Nifty Recover to Close Higher Amidst Rupee Rebound

Rediff.com2 Apr 2026

Indian stock markets recovered from early losses to close higher, driven by value buying in IT and banking shares and a rebound in the rupee.

India Out of AFC Women's Asian Cup After Loss to Chinese Taipei

India Out of AFC Women's Asian Cup After Loss to Chinese Taipei

Rediff.com10 Mar 2026

India's campaign in the AFC Women's Asian Cup ended with a 3-1 defeat to Chinese Taipei, highlighting their inability to convert chances despite dominating the game.

Indian Women's Hockey Team Prepares for World Cup with National Camp

Indian Women's Hockey Team Prepares for World Cup with National Camp

Rediff.com30 Mar 2026

The Indian senior women's national hockey team is set to begin a training camp in Bengaluru to prepare for the upcoming World Cup and other major tournaments.

Ek DinTrailer Review: Junaid Khan, Sai Pallavi Are Likeable

Ek DinTrailer Review: Junaid Khan, Sai Pallavi Are Likeable

Rediff.com12 Mar 2026

A romantic drama set against the scenic backdrop of Japan, exploring a unique love story born from a wish and a day of temporary amnesia.

Atanu Chakraborty Reveals Reasons for His Resignation as HDFC Bank Chairman

Atanu Chakraborty Reveals Reasons for His Resignation as HDFC Bank Chairman

Rediff.com31 Mar 2026

Former HDFC Bank chairman Atanu Chakraborty cites misselling of AT-1 bonds and underperformance as key reasons for his resignation, dismissing personal differences as a major factor.

Golf: Karandeep Kochhar tumbles at New Zealand Open

Golf: Karandeep Kochhar tumbles at New Zealand Open

Rediff.com28 Feb 2026

India's Karandeep Kochhar slipped to tied 23rd after shooting 70 in the third round of the New Zealand Open.

Stock Market Today March 5, 2026: Sensex, Nifty Surge as Global Equities Recover

Stock Market Today March 5, 2026: Sensex, Nifty Surge as Global Equities Recover

Rediff.com5 Mar 2026

Indian benchmark stock indices Sensex and Nifty rebounded, closing over 1% higher, mirroring a global equities recovery after recent losses due to geopolitical tensions.

Stock Markets Today March 25, 2026: Sensex, Nifty50 Rally on US-Iran Ceasefire Hopes

Stock Markets Today March 25, 2026: Sensex, Nifty50 Rally on US-Iran Ceasefire Hopes

Rediff.com25 Mar 2026

Indian markets on Dalal Street rallied sharply as easing tensions in the US-Iran conflict and stable oil prices boosted sentiment. Track Nifty 50 and BSE Sensex performance and key global triggers.

The Clock In Islamabad Is Ticking. And The World Is Watching Anxiously...

The Clock In Islamabad Is Ticking. And The World Is Watching Anxiously...

Rediff.com9 Apr 2026

The delegations from the US and Iran head to Islamabad on Friday, carrying a ceasefire that is already fraying, a Strait that is technically open and practically closed, and a negotiating agenda that would challenge even parties actually negotiating in good faith, which these groups are not. Prem Panicker continues his must read blog on the Iran War.

Sensex, Nifty Tumble as Middle East Conflict Fuels Oil Price Surge

Sensex, Nifty Tumble as Middle East Conflict Fuels Oil Price Surge

Rediff.com23 Mar 2026

Indian benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty experienced a sharp decline in early trading due to escalating tensions in the Middle East, driving crude oil prices higher. Global market bearishness and foreign fund outflows further contributed to investor unease.

Stock Market Crash: 4 Lakh Crore Wiped Out as Sensex Falls 800 Points, Nifty Near 23,000

Stock Market Crash: 4 Lakh Crore Wiped Out as Sensex Falls 800 Points, Nifty Near 23,000

Rediff.com27 Mar 2026

Indian stock markets tumbled sharply with the Sensex falling 800 points and nearly 4 lakh crore wiped out in a single session. Here are the 6 key factors, including rupee weakness and global cues, behind the crash.

Stock Markets Today March 27, 2026: Sensex tanks 927 points, Nifty50 Falls To 23,025

Stock Markets Today March 27, 2026: Sensex tanks 927 points, Nifty50 Falls To 23,025

Rediff.com27 Mar 2026

Benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty tumbled in early trade on Friday after a two-day rally, tracking a weak trend in global peers, as the US-Iran conflict continues to be a key overhang for the markets. Track Sensex, Nifty50 movement and key market drivers for March 27, 2026.

India's Economic Outlook: S&P ups India's FY27 growth forecast to 7.1%

India's Economic Outlook: S&P ups India's FY27 growth forecast to 7.1%

Rediff.com25 Mar 2026

S&P Global Ratings has increased India's GDP growth forecast for the next fiscal year to 7.1 per cent, citing private consumption, investment, and exports as key drivers. However, the agency also cautioned that the conflict in the Middle East could strain India's fiscal position due to higher energy prices.

10 Global Curries Loved By Millions

10 Global Curries Loved By Millions

Rediff.com10 Mar 2026

These are the 10 best-rated curries in the world, according to TasteAtlas, a platform known for ranking traditional foods across the globe.

Stock Markets Today March 25, 2026 ' Sensex, Nifty50 Rally on US-Iran Ceasefire Hopes

Stock Markets Today March 25, 2026 ' Sensex, Nifty50 Rally on US-Iran Ceasefire Hopes

Rediff.com25 Mar 2026

Indian markets on Dalal Street rallied sharply as easing tensions in the US-Iran conflict and stable oil prices boosted sentiment. Track Nifty 50 and BSE Sensex performance and key global triggers.

53% Indians Foresee Better Tomorrows

53% Indians Foresee Better Tomorrows

Rediff.com2 Mar 2026

Global optimism is waning, according to the 2026 Edelman Trust Barometer. Only 32 per cent of people across 28 nations feel the next generation will fare better.

26 Countries US Bombed Since 1945

26 Countries US Bombed Since 1945

Rediff.com6 Mar 2026

Since 1945, the United States has carried out aerial bombing operations in an alarming number of countries.

War Reveals Brutal Math Of Cheap Drones Vs Missiles

War Reveals Brutal Math Of Cheap Drones Vs Missiles

Rediff.com19 Mar 2026

The modern war is about quality over quantity, points out Mihir S Sharma.