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India Women Rout Korea; Win Women's Under-18 Asia Cup Hockey Bronze

India Women Rout Korea; Win Women's Under-18 Asia Cup Hockey Bronze

Rediff.com6 Jun 2026

The Indian women's U18 hockey team secured the bronze medal at the Asia Cup, defeating Korea 3-0.

India Secure Victory Against Malaysia In Asia Cup Hockey

India Secure Victory Against Malaysia In Asia Cup Hockey

Rediff.com30 May 2026

India's U-18 women's hockey team started their Asia Cup campaign with a 2-1 victory over Malaysia, thanks to a brace from Nousheen Naz.

India down Korea for second win in U-18 women's Asia Cup

India down Korea for second win in U-18 women's Asia Cup

Rediff.com31 May 2026

The Indian women's hockey team secured a 3-1 victory against Korea in their second Pool A match of the U18 Asia Cup, continuing their winning streak after defeating Malaysia.

India U18 Women's Hockey Team Knocked Out Of Gold Medal Race

India U18 Women's Hockey Team Knocked Out Of Gold Medal Race

Rediff.com5 Jun 2026

The Indian Under-18 women's hockey team was defeated by China in a penalty shootout during the semi-finals of the Under-18 Asian Championships, ending their bid for a gold medal. After a 2-2 draw in regulation time, India lost 1-3 in the shootout and will now compete for the bronze medal.

Jharkhand Authorities Investigate Jail Sex Abuse Allegations

Jharkhand Authorities Investigate Jail Sex Abuse Allegations

Rediff.com19 May 2026

A team from the Jharkhand State Legal Services Authority (JHALSA) is investigating allegations of sexual exploitation of a woman inmate at Birsa Munda Central Jail. The investigation was prompted by claims of abuse, pregnancy, and forced abortion, leading to calls for strict action and a high-level probe.

Sweety Kujur Named Captain For U-18 Asia Cup

Sweety Kujur Named Captain For U-18 Asia Cup

Rediff.com22 May 2026

Sweety Kujur has been named captain of the 18-member Indian women's U-18 squad for the Asia Cup hockey tournament in Kakamigahara, Japan, from May 29-June 6.

India's U-18 Hockey Teams Ready For Semifinal Showdown

India's U-18 Hockey Teams Ready For Semifinal Showdown

Rediff.com4 Jun 2026

Both the Indian U-18 men's and women's hockey teams are set to compete in the semifinals of the Asia Cup. The men's team will face arch-rivals Pakistan, focusing on improving penalty corner execution, while the dominant women's team will take on China, aiming to continue their unbeaten run.

India U-18 Hockey Teams Gear Up For Australia Series

India U-18 Hockey Teams Gear Up For Australia Series

Rediff.com7 May 2026

Hockey India has announced the Indian U-18 Men's and Women's squads for the upcoming home series against Australia, which will be held in Bhopal from May 15 to 20. The series is a crucial part of the teams' preparations for the U-18 Asia Cup in Japan.

Muslim man beaten for offering namaz near temple in U'khand

Muslim man beaten for offering namaz near temple in U'khand

Rediff.com25 Feb 2026

An elderly Muslim man was allegedly assaulted and forced to chant religious slogans after offering namaz near a temple in Rudrapur, Uttarakhand, raising concerns about communal harmony and prompting a police investigation.

Pahalgam terror attack victim among 56 awarded by J-K govt

Pahalgam terror attack victim among 56 awarded by J-K govt

Rediff.com26 Jan 2026

Among the 12 media personnel awarded are the PTI Srinagar Bureau Chief, Inayat Jehangir and PTI video journalist, Jammu Somil Abrol. Other awardees in this category include Avtar Krishan Bhat, Vivek Suri, Sunil Ji Bhat, Dinesh Manhotra, Bilal Ahmad Bhat, Razia Noor, Ishfaq Gowhar Zargar, Syed Khalid Hussain, Sarosh Kafeel, and Neeta Sharma.

PIX: Prez Murmu hosts medal-winning women boxers

PIX: Prez Murmu hosts medal-winning women boxers

Rediff.com10 Dec 2025

President Murmu honours Indian women boxers after medal haul in Liverpool

'I want Olympic gold': Nikhat Zareen eyes LA 2028

'I want Olympic gold': Nikhat Zareen eyes LA 2028

Rediff.com9 Jan 2026

The last year proved to be a period of reflection for Nikhat Zareen, one that taught her to temper expectations while also strengthening her resolve to fulfil her dream of becoming an Olympic champion.

Nikhat vows to bounce back from Worlds heartbreak

Nikhat vows to bounce back from Worlds heartbreak

Rediff.com28 Oct 2025

Two-time gold medallist Nikhat Zareen has put behind the disappointment of missing out on a third World Championships medal, and is now focussed on collecting maximum ranking points by winning the top prize in the upcoming World Boxing Cup Finals.

World C'ships: Nikhat keeps medal hopes alive with quarterfinal berth

World C'ships: Nikhat keeps medal hopes alive with quarterfinal berth

Rediff.com9 Sep 2025

Unseeded in the draw, Nikhat overcame a scrappy women's 51kg round of 16 contest to secure a unanimous decision, though the scoreline did not reflect the stiff resistance from her 21-year-old opponent.

Boxing Worlds: Jaismine, Nupur assured of medal

Boxing Worlds: Jaismine, Nupur assured of medal

Rediff.com11 Sep 2025

Jaismine, Nupur assure India medals at World Boxing Championships; Nikhat bows out

Pahalgam attack: Houses of three more terrorists razed in J-K

Pahalgam attack: Houses of three more terrorists razed in J-K

Rediff.com27 Apr 2025

With this, the total number of houses of terrorists and their overground workers demolised since the Pahalgam attack has gone up to nine.

Indian Student fled US as immigration agents came knocking

Indian Student fled US as immigration agents came knocking

Rediff.com17 Mar 2025

Ranjani Srinivasan, an Indian student at Columbia University, has left the United States after her student visa was revoked over allegations of supporting Hamas. Srinivasan, a PhD student in Urban Planning, claims her visa was revoked for engaging in protected political speech. The Trump administration has been accused of targeting pro-Palestinian demonstrators through the use of federal immigration powers, and this case has drawn attention to the potential for free speech suppression in the United States.

When Pakistani Boat Enters Indian Waters

When Pakistani Boat Enters Indian Waters

Rediff.com23 Nov 2023

The Coast Guard intercepted a Pakistani fishing trawler with 13 crew members onboard on Wednesday, November 22, 2023.

'England Don't Fear India'

'England Don't Fear India'

Rediff.com26 Jun 2024

'England are going to beat India in Guyana and South Africa will be too good for Afghanistan so it will be a South Africa versus England final.'

LeBron James makes history in Lakers' win

LeBron James makes history in Lakers' win

Rediff.com7 Feb 2025

Austin Reaves added 23 points and Gabe Vincent scored 15 on five 3-pointers for the Lakers. Rui Hachimura and Jaxson Hayes had 11 points apiece and Jarred Vanderbilt collected 14 rebounds.

BCCI blasted: Venue choice for Afghanistan-NZ Test slammed

BCCI blasted: Venue choice for Afghanistan-NZ Test slammed

Rediff.com10 Sep 2024

For the second successive day, not a single ball could be bowled at the Shaheed Vijay Singh Pathik Sports complex in Greater Noida putting the venue under scanner and making it an international embarrassment.

Prejudice to pride

Prejudice to pride

Rediff.com20 Oct 2018

The Naz Foundation is trying to sensitise workplaces towards the LGBT community, reports Geetanjali Krishna.

Bigg Boss 15: Who Is Dr Umar Riaz?

Bigg Boss 15: Who Is Dr Umar Riaz?

Rediff.com26 Oct 2021

Namrata Thakker takes a look at his Instagram account and finds out.

Olympics Boxing: Surmeneli, Yafai, Sousa steal show

Olympics Boxing: Surmeneli, Yafai, Sousa steal show

Rediff.com7 Aug 2021

Britain's Galal Yafai and Bulgaria's Stoyka Zhelyazkova Krasteva won first boxing golds for their countries at the Tokyo Olympics after dominant displays in their flyweight finals on Saturday.

Women's U-19 World Cup: Meet the winners

Women's U-19 World Cup: Meet the winners

Rediff.com30 Jan 2023

Shafali Verma is by far the most decorated of the lot having already played in three World Cup finals at senior level.

Birthday girl Shafali targets U-19 T20 World Cup title

Birthday girl Shafali targets U-19 T20 World Cup title

Rediff.com28 Jan 2023

Batting sensation Shafali Verma will chase history when she leads India against England in the first-ever ICC Under-19 Women's T20 World Cup final on Sunday.

Tokyo Games: SUPER Pix!

Tokyo Games: SUPER Pix!

Rediff.com8 Aug 2021

Action from the 2020 Olympics.

Nikhat Zareen's Chance At World Glory

Nikhat Zareen's Chance At World Glory

Rediff.com14 Apr 2022

As boxer Nikhat Zareen prepares to head to her first World Championships in the 51 kg category, she feels she has plenty in her armoury to go the distance.

Why is Babar Azam being compared to Kohli?

Why is Babar Azam being compared to Kohli?

Rediff.com13 Aug 2020

Babar Azam, whose cover drives have some similarities with Kohli, has enjoyed a conistent run in Tests since 2018 matching the likes of Kohli, Australia's run machine Steve Smith, New Zealand skipper Kane Williamson and England's Joe Root.

PIX: Katrina, Sidharth visit New York!

PIX: Katrina, Sidharth visit New York!

Rediff.com18 Aug 2016

A look at the pictures.

SC refers gays right plea to HC

SC refers gays right plea to HC

Rediff.com3 Feb 2006

India slams 'abuse' hurled at Modi during Kashmir debate by UK MPs

India slams 'abuse' hurled at Modi during Kashmir debate by UK MPs

Rediff.com24 Sep 2021

The Indian government expressed its dismay at some of the language used by participating MPs in the Backbench Debate, specifically Pakistani-origin Labour MP Naz Shah.

'Is it a crime to be born as a lesbian or gay?'

'Is it a crime to be born as a lesbian or gay?'

Rediff.com11 Dec 2013

Activists are dissatisfied over the Supreme Court judgement upholding the constitutional validity of the penal provision making gay sex a punishable offence.

Criminalising gay sex against Constitution: SC told

Criminalising gay sex against Constitution: SC told

Rediff.com14 Mar 2012

Gay rights activists on Monday submitted in the Supreme Court that criminalising homosexual acts is against constitutional values and law should not interfere when consenting adults are involved.

Homosexuality: Still CONSIDERED a crime in India

Homosexuality: Still CONSIDERED a crime in India

Rediff.com1 Oct 2012

With the age-old Section 377 of the Indian Penal Code curtailed, has the attitude of Indian society to homosexuals changed? Not much, says Shobha Warrier.

Carla Bruni is not just a model. Here's proof

Carla Bruni is not just a model. Here's proof

Rediff.com6 Dec 2010

Most people around the world know Bruni as Italian-born French songwriter, singer and former model, but few know that she is also the brand ambassador for Global Fund, an international financing institution that invests the world's money to save lives, especially victims afflicted with HIV/AIDS, tuberculosis and malaria.

Section 377: SC refers fresh petition on homosexuality to Chief Justice

Section 377: SC refers fresh petition on homosexuality to Chief Justice

Rediff.com29 Jun 2016

"Let the matter be listed for the Chief Justice for appropriate orders," the bench said.

Celebs request SC to decriminalise homosexuality

Celebs request SC to decriminalise homosexuality

Rediff.com28 Jun 2016

The gay celebrities, in their plea, said their lives have been 'inexorably constricted and their rights infringed' by the penal provision.

Next time, I will come for four weeks: Carla Bruni

Next time, I will come for four weeks: Carla Bruni

Rediff.com7 Dec 2010

Her birthday falls on December 23, but little children at the Naz Foundation serenaded French First Lady Carla Bruni-Sarkozy on Monday.

Kohli ek nahin, gyarah hai: Saqlain to English spinners

Kohli ek nahin, gyarah hai: Saqlain to English spinners

Rediff.com12 Jun 2020

Saqlain Mushtaq was associated with the England as spin consultant till World Cup last year. Both Moeen and Rashid have dismissed Virat Kohli six times each.