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Cognizant Q1 net income rises 21.4%

Cognizant Q1 net income rises 21.4%

Rediff.com2 May 2025

Information-technology (IT) services major Cognizant has kept its full-year guidance on revenue growth unchanged at 3.5-6 per cent in constant currency even as the industry is becoming cautious about macro conditions because of tariff wars.

SEE: Skipper Patidar reflects on his journey at RCB

SEE: Skipper Patidar reflects on his journey at RCB

Rediff.com16 May 2025

Speaking on RCB Podcast, Patidar said of his captaincy journey: 'I had a lot of questions like, there are so many (big players) in the team. Virat Kohli is such a big player, how will you do it under him. I know how supportive he is about this (captaincy change).

India, France ink Rs 63,000 cr deal for 26 Rafale M fighters

India, France ink Rs 63,000 cr deal for 26 Rafale M fighters

Rediff.com28 Apr 2025

The sealing of the mega deal came three weeks after the Cabinet Committee on Security (CCS) headed by Prime Minister Narendra Modi cleared the procurement.

'Pakistan Navy Is Partnering Dawood'

'Pakistan Navy Is Partnering Dawood'

Rediff.com23 May 2025

'The Pakistan establishment keeps him well protected.'

Shashank blossoms with Shreyas, Ponting's backing

Shashank blossoms with Shreyas, Ponting's backing

Rediff.com26 May 2025

Retained by Punjab Kings in the IPL 2025 mega auction for a price of INR 5.50 crore, Shashank kept the faith, hitting 284 runs in 13 matches with 2 half-tons so far (strike rate of 149.47).

It Starts With A Casual Bet And Then...

It Starts With A Casual Bet And Then...

Rediff.com4 Jul 2025

In 2025 alone, at least 50 suicides linked to online gambling losses have been reported across India. According to FIRs, the victims were addicted to betting, largely driven by cricket, rummy and poker.

Why Prabhsimran is confident of Punjab making playoffs

Why Prabhsimran is confident of Punjab making playoffs

Rediff.com29 Apr 2025

Punjab Kings playing different cricket this season: Prabhsimran Singh

Ajit Pawar justifies BJP tie-up with secularism plea

Ajit Pawar justifies BJP tie-up with secularism plea

Rediff.com6 Jun 2025

Ajit Pawar, who heads the Nationalist Congress Party, which is in an alliance with pro-Hindutva BJP and the Shiv Sena, noted Chief Ministers Mamata Banerjee (West Bengal), Chandrababu Naidu (Andhra Pradesh) and Nitish Kumar (Bihar) -- all secular politicians -- aligned with the BJP for the sake of development of their respective states.

IPL 2025 Recap: The Ups, Downs, Delight and Despair!

IPL 2025 Recap: The Ups, Downs, Delight and Despair!

Rediff.com4 Jun 2025

IPL 2025 recap: From Kohli and RCB conquering final frontier to decline of champions

Trump Is Closer Than Ever To Win The Nobel

Trump Is Closer Than Ever To Win The Nobel

Rediff.com3 Jul 2025

Trump couldn't care less anymore about the Israeli demand for Iran's 'de-nuclearisation' and 'de-militarisation.' Trump pins hopes on a grand bargain with Iran as a partner in America First, argues Ambassador M K Bhadrakumar.

Massive purse prize for WTC winners

Massive purse prize for WTC winners

Rediff.com15 May 2025

The 2025 final will be played between Australia and South Africa at Lord's from June 11.

'Finishing top two is just half job done, we want to win to IPL'

'Finishing top two is just half job done, we want to win to IPL'

Rediff.com27 May 2025

Punjab Kings batter Shashank Singh revealed that the team collectively 'manifested' a top-two finish after the mini-auction.

Shardul Thakur Back In IPL?

Shardul Thakur Back In IPL?

Rediff.com21 Mar 2025

LSG is yet to make an official announcement but Thakur has been informed about the decision and will travel with the team to Visakhapatnam for the season opener against the Delhi Capitals.

Ramdev pledges no more Rooh Afza remarks, HC closes case

Ramdev pledges no more Rooh Afza remarks, HC closes case

Rediff.com9 May 2025

Yoga guru Ramdev has pledged not to pass any further disparaging remarks against Hamdard's Rooh Afza, leading the Delhi High Court to close a case filed by Hamdard National Foundation India against Ramdev and his Patanjali Foods Ltd. The court ordered the removal of controversial online content and accepted Ramdev's assurance to not make any further disparaging statements. Ramdev had previously made controversial remarks about Rooh Afza, claiming that the money earned from its sales was used to build madrasas and mosques. The court deemed his statements as 'indefensible' and 'shook its conscience'.

Umran joins KKR camp, to continue rehab

Umran joins KKR camp, to continue rehab

Rediff.com25 Apr 2025

However, an injury ruled him out, making the defending champions announce Chetan Sakariya as his replacement in March before the start of the season.

Rs 5.75 crore Krunal proves worth for RCB in IPL 2025

Rs 5.75 crore Krunal proves worth for RCB in IPL 2025

Rediff.com25 Apr 2025

Krunal Pandya has been the nucleus behind RCB's excellent showing in the middle overs throughout the season.

Rahul Turns Down Delhi Capitals Captaincy?

Rahul Turns Down Delhi Capitals Captaincy?

Rediff.com11 Mar 2025

All-rounder Axar Patel is set to take over as captain of the Delhi Capitals for IPL 2025 after K L Rahul declined to lead the team.

RCB, KSCA, event management firm booked over Bengaluru stampede

RCB, KSCA, event management firm booked over Bengaluru stampede

Rediff.com6 Jun 2025

Following a complaint by a police inspector, the case was registered at Cubbon Park station, they said.

RCB's top performer benched: Tactical move or trouble?

RCB's top performer benched: Tactical move or trouble?

Rediff.com3 May 2025

Hazlewood, who was snapped up for a hefty Rs 12.50 crore at the auction, has been a cornerstone of RCB's bowling attack this season, claiming 18 wickets in just 10 matches.

'Clever' Dubey will have opportunities to grow: Vettori

'Clever' Dubey will have opportunities to grow: Vettori

Rediff.com26 May 2025

'He's obviously a very clever bowler, understands conditions well, understands how he needs to bowl and can mix it up, and I suppose we were desperate for that little bit of control and he's been able to do that in all three games that he's played so far.'

'He still wants to play another 2-3 cycles of IPL'

'He still wants to play another 2-3 cycles of IPL'

Rediff.com5 May 2025

One cycle refers to three seasons between mega auctions, meaning Russell is aiming to stay with KKR well into his 40s if form and fitness permit.

CSK's Khaleel shares rare throwback picture

CSK's Khaleel shares rare throwback picture

Rediff.com2 Apr 2025

27-year-old Khaleel has begun the 2025 season impressively with six wickets from three matches at a stunning average of 15.83 and an economy of 7.91.

The Costly Flops of IPL 2025

The Costly Flops of IPL 2025

Rediff.com16 May 2025

Here's a look at the biggest disappointments of IPL 2025 -- the players who've cost crores but delivered crumbs.

Kohli's Gift Leaves Musheer Khan in Tears

Kohli's Gift Leaves Musheer Khan in Tears

Rediff.com21 Apr 2025

After powering RCB past PBKS, Kohli shared a touching moment with youngster Musheer Khan, whose emotional reaction to receiving the gifted bat said it all.

'He's champion, but...': Kasparov drops truth bomb on Gukesh

'He's champion, but...': Kasparov drops truth bomb on Gukesh

Rediff.com13 May 2025

'I beat the strongest player in the world. Gukesh is in a different situation because Magnus is there'

Sharbat jihad row: Ramdev assures HC of not posting content against Hamdard

Sharbat jihad row: Ramdev assures HC of not posting content against Hamdard

Rediff.com2 May 2025

Yoga guru Ramdev on Friday gave an undertaking in the Delhi High Court for neither issuing any disparaging statement nor publishing on social media, posts similar to his "sharbat jihad" remark against Hamdard's Rooh Afza.

Shardul Thakur set to replace Mohsin Khan in LSG squad

Shardul Thakur set to replace Mohsin Khan in LSG squad

Rediff.com23 Mar 2025

The Rishabh Pant-led side begins its campaign against the Delhi Capitals on Monday.

How RCB's Astute Auction Strategy Reaped Rich Rewards

How RCB's Astute Auction Strategy Reaped Rich Rewards

Rediff.com4 Jun 2025

RCB were adamant to get a good bowling attack, it was a huge first step in winning IPL: Andy Flower

SEE: Khaleel's joyous reunion with Ponting's family!

SEE: Khaleel's joyous reunion with Ponting's family!

Rediff.com2 May 2025

Khaleel Ahmed met his former coach Ricky Ponting's family, including his children, who screamed and jumped for joy seeing him after the IPL match in Chennai.

Modi to open Kashmir rail link on Friday in first visit post Op Sindoor

Modi to open Kashmir rail link on Friday in first visit post Op Sindoor

Rediff.com3 Jun 2025

Modi will start his visit on June 6 by dedicating to public the Chenab rail bridge, which is a key part of the 272-km Udhampur-Srinagar-Baramulla railway link (USBRL) that will provide direct train connectivity to the valley.

Sidda suspends Bengaluru police chief, orders RCB representatives' arrest

Sidda suspends Bengaluru police chief, orders RCB representatives' arrest

Rediff.com6 Jun 2025

Speaking to reporters after a cabinet meeting, the chief minister also announced a one-man judicial probe, headed by Justice Michael D'Cunha, a retired high court judge of Karnataka, into the tragic incident.

PIX: SKY high! Surya completes a century at MI

PIX: SKY high! Surya completes a century at MI

Rediff.com4 Apr 2025

It's a special century for MI man Suryakumar Yadav.

'He is one of the finds this IPL season'

'He is one of the finds this IPL season'

Rediff.com25 Apr 2025

'He is a very good talent. I am sure that in the coming years, he would represent the country.'

After Vaibhav's historic ton, dad thanks Dravid and Bihar cricket

After Vaibhav's historic ton, dad thanks Dravid and Bihar cricket

Rediff.com29 Apr 2025

Royals invested in Suryavanshi's talent by spending Rs 1.10 crore at the mega auction last year, almost four times his base price of Rs 30 lakh.

Klaasen Reveals His Class Again!

Klaasen Reveals His Class Again!

Rediff.com26 May 2025

Sunrisers Hyderabad ended their topsy-turvy IPL 2025 campaign with a commanding win over defending champions Kolkata Knight Riders in New Delhi on Sunday, May 25, 2025.

What's the reason for Bhuvi's omission from RCB XI?

What's the reason for Bhuvi's omission from RCB XI?

Rediff.com22 Mar 2025

At Rs 10.75 crore, the 35-year-old India discard is one the most expensive players signed by RCB at the mega auction.

Life Comes Full Circle For Bhuvi

Life Comes Full Circle For Bhuvi

Rediff.com7 Apr 2025

The 35-year-old swing bowler, who had won the IPL title in 2016 with SunRisers Hyderabad, is back in Bengaluru and wants to lead the trophy-less RCB to the title this year.

Dates set for Nashik-Trimbakeshwar Simhastha Kumbh Mela 2026

Dates set for Nashik-Trimbakeshwar Simhastha Kumbh Mela 2026

Rediff.com1 Jun 2025

The flag will be taken down on July 24, 2028, which will mark the conclusion of the Simhastha Kumbh Mela, which is held once in 12 years.

Diamond League's mega-rich prize money

Diamond League's mega-rich prize money

Rediff.com18 Sep 2024

The Diamond League will increase its prize money to more than $9 million in 2025, the highest in the history of the series, the organisers said on Wednesday.

No Pakistan at Asia Cup? Government advisory holds the key

No Pakistan at Asia Cup? Government advisory holds the key

Rediff.com14 May 2025

In the aftermath of the Pahalgam terror attack, which claimed 26 lives and injured many, the government ordered all Pakistani nationals to leave the country and revoked their visas.