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Namibia's Loftie-Eaton sends warning to India ahead of T20 WC match

Namibia's Loftie-Eaton sends warning to India ahead of T20 WC match

Rediff.com11 Feb 2026

Namibia all-rounder Jan Nicol Loftie-Eaton believes that pressure will be on defending champions India on their home turf and that his team has nothing to lose in their T20 World Cup match in New Delhi on Thursday.

Shilpa Shetty, Akshay Kumar, Salman Khan At RSS' Centenary Celebrations

Shilpa Shetty, Akshay Kumar, Salman Khan At RSS' Centenary Celebrations

Rediff.com9 Feb 2026

Film folk like Salman Khan, Akshay Kumar, Shilpa Shetty, Karan Johar, Vicky Kaushal and Pritam attend RSS' centenary celebrations in Mumbai.

BCCI Central Contracts: Kohli, Rohit demoted to Grade B; Gill in Grade A

BCCI Central Contracts: Kohli, Rohit demoted to Grade B; Gill in Grade A

Rediff.com9 Feb 2026

The BCCI has introduced a revised central contract system, under which the Grade A+ category has been discontinued.

Bengal trounce Andhra; march into Ranji Trophy semis

Bengal trounce Andhra; march into Ranji Trophy semis

Rediff.com10 Feb 2026

Bengal marched into the semi-finals of the Ranji Trophy after registering a comprehensive innings and 90 runs victory over Andhra in Kalyani on Tuesday.

'That's what T20 cricket is - you've to keep hitting'

'That's what T20 cricket is - you've to keep hitting'

Rediff.com8 Feb 2026

Former captain Sourav Ganguly on Sunday backed the Indian team's aggressive batting template in the T20 World Cup, saying top-order players like Ishan Kishan and Abhishek Sharma should not curb their attacking instincts even on two-paced surfaces.

India Are Favourites But Any Team Could Win World Cup

India Are Favourites But Any Team Could Win World Cup

Rediff.com7 Feb 2026

This is the most open T20 World Cup in history. The traditional powers are compromised. The new powers have gained strength, observes Faisal Shariff.

How Ikkis Reimagines The War Hero

How Ikkis Reimagines The War Hero

Rediff.com11 Feb 2026

How Ikkis Reimagines The War Hero

Delhi cops probe 'conspiracy' behind Naravane memoir leak

Delhi cops probe 'conspiracy' behind Naravane memoir leak

Rediff.com11 Feb 2026

Delhi Police's Special Cell has issued a notice to Penguin Random House India regarding the alleged unauthorized circulation of former Army chief General Manoj Mukund Naravane's unpublished book, 'Four Stars of Destiny'. The investigation follows reports of the manuscript being illegally disseminated before publication, leading to an FIR.

Heading home after a year, Bihar labourer falls to death in Delhi manhole

Heading home after a year, Bihar labourer falls to death in Delhi manhole

Rediff.com11 Feb 2026

His death leaves behind an elderly mother, his wife and three children all under the age of five.

Ashakal Aayiram Review: Watch It For Jayaram!

Ashakal Aayiram Review: Watch It For Jayaram!

Rediff.com9 Feb 2026

Ashakal Aayiram can be celebrated for the return to form for Jayaram, who owns every scene he is in, but the film around him drags and drags, with no end in sight, notes Arjun Menon.

8 To 1 Trump Won't Start A Gulf War

8 To 1 Trump Won't Start A Gulf War

Rediff.com12 Feb 2026

The threat of wars hovers over the negotiations in Oman, but the good part is that Trump called the talks to be 'very good' and Iran's President Masoud Pezeshkian responded that they 'constitute a step forward', points out Ambassador M K Bhadrakumar.

'I've Never Seen Gambhir-Kohli Fighting'

'I've Never Seen Gambhir-Kohli Fighting'

Rediff.com9 Feb 2026

BCCI Secretary Devajit Saikia dismissed reports of a rift between Virat Kohli and Gautam Gambhir, saying the duo share a cordial relationship.

Single On Valentine's Day? Must Watch These Films

Single On Valentine's Day? Must Watch These Films

Rediff.com12 Feb 2026

Deepa Gahlot picks 10 must-watch movies about singles and the consciously uncoupled.

Dawson's Creek Actor James Van Der Beek Dies At 48

Dawson's Creek Actor James Van Der Beek Dies At 48

Rediff.com12 Feb 2026

'I will always and forever remember your sweet gentle soul.'

10 Horror Movies On OTT: Friday The 13th Special!

10 Horror Movies On OTT: Friday The 13th Special!

Rediff.com13 Feb 2026

Deepa Gahlot picks 10 Bollywood horror flicks to mark Friday the 13th.

T20 WC: Sri Lanka trounce Oman by 105 runs

T20 WC: Sri Lanka trounce Oman by 105 runs

Rediff.com12 Feb 2026

Sri Lanka posted a massive total against minnows Oman in their Group B T20 World Cup clash in Pallekele, Sri Lanka, on Thursday.

Uddhav's party helps BJP clinch Chandrapur mayor post

Uddhav's party helps BJP clinch Chandrapur mayor post

Rediff.com10 Feb 2026

In a surprising turn of events, BJP corporator Sangeeta Khandekar was elected as the mayor of Chandrapur Municipal Corporation with the support of Shiv Sena (UBT), dealing a blow to the Congress party's aspirations.

Entry-level cars rebound, boost Maruti's quarterly sales to record high

Entry-level cars rebound, boost Maruti's quarterly sales to record high

Rediff.com6 Feb 2026

Maruti Suzuki sold more cars than ever before, earned more money, and saw many first-time buyers choosing small cars again.

Air India, Air India Express to have new chiefs in 2027

Air India, Air India Express to have new chiefs in 2027

Rediff.com5 Jan 2026

The Tata Group has begun scouting for a suitable candidate to head Air India, as the tenure of the incumbent, Campbell Wilson, will end next year, sources have said. Meanwhile, the Group is also looking to appoint a new managing director for its low-cost subsidiary Air India Express.

'Ban me if you want': Ukrainian defies IOC over tribute at Winter Olympics

'Ban me if you want': Ukrainian defies IOC over tribute at Winter Olympics

Rediff.com11 Feb 2026

The International Olympic Committee pleaded on Wednesday with skeleton racer Vladyslav Heraskevych to compete without his banned helmet depicting Ukrainian athletes killed since Russia's invasion and avoid potential disqualification.

Merchant navy cadet from Odisha goes missing near Mauritius

Merchant navy cadet from Odisha goes missing near Mauritius

Rediff.com6 Feb 2026

The missing seafarer has been identified as Sarthak Mahapatra, a native of Kespur in Bhadrak district.

India's manufacturing sector recovers marginally in Jan

India's manufacturing sector recovers marginally in Jan

Rediff.com2 Feb 2026

India's manufacturing sector activity witnessed a slight recovery in January, amid faster increase in new orders, even as business confidence slipped to its lowest level in three-and-a-half years, a monthly survey said on Monday.

Why Rekha, Karisma Looked So Gorgeous In Zubeidaa

Why Rekha, Karisma Looked So Gorgeous In Zubeidaa

Rediff.com12 Feb 2026

'What if a ring had gotten stolen, or a gem had fallen? There were uncut diamonds, rubies and emeralds. And the security from the jewellery shop came to watch the shoot.'

Non-metro push by qcom, ecom players may lift gig hirings

Non-metro push by qcom, ecom players may lift gig hirings

Rediff.com9 Feb 2026

Ecommerce (ecom) and quick commerce (qcom) platforms are expected to lead gig worker hiring in calendar year 2026 (CY26), adding nearly 1 million workers on the back of sustained demand for last-mile deliveries, higher order volumes, and continued expansion of dark stores into non-metropolitan cities, industry experts have said.

ICC T20 World Cup: India game not in our control, it's government's decision: Pakistan captain Salman

ICC T20 World Cup: India game not in our control, it's government's decision: Pakistan captain Salman

Rediff.com5 Feb 2026

Pakistan captain Salman Ali Agha on Thursday stressed that the decision to boycott the T20 World Cup match against India was taken by their government and is "not in our control."

Former Doordarshan newsreader Sarla Maheshwari dies at 71

Former Doordarshan newsreader Sarla Maheshwari dies at 71

Rediff.com12 Feb 2026

Maheshwari was the familiar face of TV news from 1976 right up till 2005 along with Salma Sultan, Minu Talwar, Shammi Narang, Geetanjali Aiyer, Neeti Ravindran and others.

Can't release Sonam Wangchuk on health grounds: Centre to SC

Can't release Sonam Wangchuk on health grounds: Centre to SC

Rediff.com11 Feb 2026

The Supreme Court addressed concerns regarding the detention of climate activist Sonam Wangchuk under the National Security Act, examining his health and the grounds for his detention.

India winds down Russian oil buys, ramps up US imports: USTR

India winds down Russian oil buys, ramps up US imports: USTR

Rediff.com11 Feb 2026

Greer said that India has taken down some digital services taxes and is moving tariffs down.

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.'

Bangar urges India's batters to maintain fearless approach

Bangar urges India's batters to maintain fearless approach

Rediff.com11 Feb 2026

Former batting coach Sanjay Bangar advises the Indian cricket team not to overanalyze their batting performance against the USA in the T20 World Cup, emphasizing that their aggressive approach has been largely successful.

T20 World Cup: India look to ride on form, familiarity

T20 World Cup: India look to ride on form, familiarity

Rediff.com5 Feb 2026

Form and familiarity favour India in T20 World Cup

EPL: Man City crush Fulham, keep pressure on Arsenal

EPL: Man City crush Fulham, keep pressure on Arsenal

Rediff.com12 Feb 2026

Manchester City halved Arsenal's lead at the top of the Premier League to three points with a 3-0 win over visitors Fulham, while Aston Villa stayed in the frame with a late 1-0 victory at home to Brighton & Hove Albion on Wednesday.

Gold likely to hold ground; silver braces for volatility

Gold likely to hold ground; silver braces for volatility

Rediff.com8 Feb 2026

Gold prices are likely to trade firm next week as traders await key economic data, including US inflation numbers, for fresh cues on interest rate outlook, while silver may remain volatile amid shifting risk sentiment and speculative activity, analysts said.

Why do stocks fall even after beating the earnings?

Why do stocks fall even after beating the earnings?

Rediff.com12 Feb 2026

Investors have often been left scratching their heads over why a company's stock fails to move despite delivering beating earnings results, only to see the stock fall. According to theory, beating earnings should translate to higher stock prices, but in today's interconnected world, stock prices do not depend on the numbers.

Advice For Investors: How To Handle Bull Market Traps, Invest In Gold

Advice For Investors: How To Handle Bull Market Traps, Invest In Gold

Rediff.com10 Feb 2026

'People become guided by emotions, fear of missing out, and greed. They tend to invest in booming sectors that may prove exceptionally expensive.' 'Typically, that represents the peak, and subsequently, they lose substantially.'

Asian Shooting Championship: Anish shines with bronze

Asian Shooting Championship: Anish shines with bronze

Rediff.com11 Feb 2026

Anish Bhanwala won bronze in the men's 25m rapid-fire pistol competition at the Asian Shooting Championship. India secured additional gold medals in other events, maintaining its lead in the medal tally.

Boxam Elite International: Nitu, Preeti lead India's 19-medal boxing surge

Boxam Elite International: Nitu, Preeti lead India's 19-medal boxing surge

Rediff.com6 Feb 2026

Indian boxers, including Nitu Ghanghas and Preeti Pawar, have secured 19 medals at the Boxam Elite International tournament in La Nucia, Spain, with strong performances from both the men's and women's teams.

T20 World Cup: Australia strong contenders despite injury concerns, says Ellis

T20 World Cup: Australia strong contenders despite injury concerns, says Ellis

Rediff.com9 Feb 2026

Injury-hit Australia can still contend at World Cup, says Ellis

SEE: U19 WC hero Mhatre gets warm reception on homecoming

SEE: U19 WC hero Mhatre gets warm reception on homecoming

Rediff.com9 Feb 2026

India U19 World Cup winners Ayush Mhatre and Udhav Mohan were given rousing welcomes at home after helping India clinch a record sixth world title in Zimbabwe.

India Faces Russian Oil Squeeze After US Deal

India Faces Russian Oil Squeeze After US Deal

Rediff.com12 Feb 2026

Replacing over a third of India's oil imports at competitive rates is going to be a challenge, said traders from State refiners, even though some progress was made in the last two months.