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MLS Eyes Defining Year Amid World Cup, Messi Mania

MLS Eyes Defining Year Amid World Cup, Messi Mania

Rediff.com2 days ago

MLS enters its 31st season amid World Cup buzz and Lionel Messi's impact, with Don Garber calling it a defining moment for the league's future.

Reset Hamilton Keyed Up For 'One Hell Of A Season'

Reset Hamilton Keyed Up For 'One Hell Of A Season'

Rediff.com1 days ago

Lewis Hamilton says he 'forgot who I was' after a tough Ferrari season but insists he is reset, refreshed and ready for the new F1 campaign.

'We have been building AI before it became mainstream'

'We have been building AI before it became mainstream'

Rediff.com2 days ago

'Today, we are at a stage where we have launched a voice-to-voice model that supports 14 Indian languages.'

Can Congress Recover From Borah Exit?

Can Congress Recover From Borah Exit?

Rediff.com4 days ago

Bhupen Borah's resignation and swift switch to the BJP has dealt the Congress a major setback in Assam just weeks before the Assembly elections.

Market Guru: 'This Is About Capital Preservation'

Market Guru: 'This Is About Capital Preservation'

Rediff.com4 days ago

'The problem is not just slower growth, but also the quality of growth.'

SA Not Fixated On Individuals Ahead Of India Super 8 Test

SA Not Fixated On Individuals Ahead Of India Super 8 Test

Rediff.com1 days ago

South Africa say Ahmedabad familiarity and recent India series help preparation for T20 World Cup 2026 Super 8 clash.

'For Them, A Woman Is A Body. Nothing More'

'For Them, A Woman Is A Body. Nothing More'

Rediff.com2 days ago

''Women are coming into public spaces in larger numbers than ever before. They are educated, capable, opinionated, and determined.' 'But the more women push for access to public space, the harder they are pushed back -- through attacks like this, through discrimination, through the glass ceiling, through the deliberate denial of recognition.'

Rajaji's statue to replace Lutyens' at Rashtrapati Bhavan

Rajaji's statue to replace Lutyens' at Rashtrapati Bhavan

Rediff.com6 hours ago

Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced the replacement of Edwin Lutyens' statue at Rashtrapati Bhavan with one of C Rajagopalachari, emphasizing a move away from colonial symbols and towards honoring Indian leaders.

T20 World Cup: When The Tiranga Inspires SKY's Team To Soar

T20 World Cup: When The Tiranga Inspires SKY's Team To Soar

Rediff.com1 days ago

The sight of the Tricolour fluttering in the stands sharpens the resolve of the players. It feels as though the flag has been stitched out of the hopes and heartbeat of Indian fans.

Uncertain future for Italy's cricketers despite T20 World Cup heroics

Uncertain future for Italy's cricketers despite T20 World Cup heroics

Rediff.com3 days ago

Stand-in captain Harry Manenti expressed frustration over Italy's lack of regular cricket opportunities after their T20 World Cup debut, highlighting the risk of stalled progress for Associate nations.

ICC's revenue sharing model counterproductive, says Netherlands cricket official

ICC's revenue sharing model counterproductive, says Netherlands cricket official

Rediff.com1 days ago

A Netherlands cricket board member criticises the ICC's revenue distribution model, arguing it hinders the growth of associate nations.

NZ-Pak Share Points As Rain Washes Out Super 8 Opener

NZ-Pak Share Points As Rain Washes Out Super 8 Opener

Rediff.com1 days ago

New Zealand and Pakistan share a point after rain forces abandonment of their T20 World Cup Super 8 Group 2 clash in Colombo.

India vs Netherlands: Shivam Dube: India's Secret Weapon At T20 World Cup

India vs Netherlands: Shivam Dube: India's Secret Weapon At T20 World Cup

Rediff.com3 days ago

Shivam Dube is making a name for himself as a premier power-hitter in the T20 World Cup, delivering impactful performances with both bat and ball for Team India.

Ranji Trophy Final: Don't Take Jammu And Kashmir Lightly: Former Captain Vinay Kumar Warns Karnataka

Ranji Trophy Final: Don't Take Jammu And Kashmir Lightly: Former Captain Vinay Kumar Warns Karnataka

Rediff.com4 hours ago

Former India pacer R Vinay Kumar said the enviable batting riches in their line-up will give Karnataka a huge upper hand over maiden entrants Jammu and Kashmir in the Ranji Trophy final.

BJP applying pressure but no alliance with them, says TVK

BJP applying pressure but no alliance with them, says TVK

Rediff.com2 days ago

Actor Vijay's political party, Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK), has firmly stated that it will not form an alliance with the BJP, despite what it describes as increasing pressure from the saffron party.

AI System To Transform Training, Injury Tracking In Indian Sports

AI System To Transform Training, Injury Tracking In Indian Sports

Rediff.com2 days ago

India launches AI-driven SPEEED platform to track athlete performance, predict injuries, tackle age fraud and revolutionise sports science nationwide.

India, US to sign interim trade deal in March: Goyal

India, US to sign interim trade deal in March: Goyal

Rediff.com2 days ago

Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal announced that an interim trade agreement between India and the US is likely to be signed in March and operationalised in April, with chief negotiators meeting in Washington to finalize the details.

T20 World Cup: We failed to deliver when it mattered most, admits Marsh

T20 World Cup: We failed to deliver when it mattered most, admits Marsh

Rediff.com2 days ago

Australian captain Mitchell Marsh expressed disappointment over the team's early exit from the T20 World Cup, citing missed opportunities and underperformance in key matches. Despite a final win against Oman, Marsh acknowledged the team's failure to deliver when it mattered most.

Pak's Punjab govt bans charity donations to Jaish, Lashkar, Jamaat

Pak's Punjab govt bans charity donations to Jaish, Lashkar, Jamaat

Rediff.com2 days ago

Pakistan's Punjab government has warned citizens against providing charity to banned organizations such as Jaish-e-Mohammad (JeM) and Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT), stating that those who do so will face terrorism charges.

Having sneaked in, England will be 'more brave' in Super 8s

Having sneaked in, England will be 'more brave' in Super 8s

Rediff.com1 days ago

England captain Harry Brook acknowledges underestimating opponents in the group stage of the T20 World Cup and anticipates a stronger showing in the Super 8s, starting with their match against Sri Lanka.

Relaxed ECB norms may lift foreign borrowings by Indian companies

Relaxed ECB norms may lift foreign borrowings by Indian companies

Rediff.com3 days ago

The easing of external commercial borrowing (ECB) norms by the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) is expected to significantly boost overseas fundraising by Indian companies, market participants said.

T20 World Cup: How West Indies benefitted from change in approach

T20 World Cup: How West Indies benefitted from change in approach

Rediff.com3 days ago

Clarity of roles driving WI's clinical run into Super Eights: Shai Hope

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.

Put India-US deal on hold, renegotiate it afresh: Cong to PM

Put India-US deal on hold, renegotiate it afresh: Cong to PM

Rediff.com1 days ago

After the US Supreme Court struck down President Donald Trump's global tariffs, Congress leader Rahul Gandhi accused Prime Minister Narendra Modi of being "compromised", saying his "betrayal" in the India-US interim trade deal stood exposed.

GFA Charges 14 Players In Goa Match-Fixing Scandal

GFA Charges 14 Players In Goa Match-Fixing Scandal

Rediff.com2 days ago

Goa Football Association charges 14 players, mostly from Chapora Yuvak Sangh, over alleged match-fixing in Goa Professional League 2025-26 season.

'Thumbnails, no videos': Wangchuk's wife challenges detention proof in SC

'Thumbnails, no videos': Wangchuk's wife challenges detention proof in SC

Rediff.com3 days ago

The Supreme Court is reviewing the detention of climate activist Sonam Wangchuk after his wife, Gitanjali J Angmo, alleged that key video evidence used to justify his detention was not properly presented to him.

'We Cried A Lot, We Prayed And Now...'

'We Cried A Lot, We Prayed And Now...'

Rediff.com2 Jan 2026

How Bollywood's power couples brought in the New Year.

Cricketer Chahar announces divorce: 'Close this chapter with clarity'

Cricketer Chahar announces divorce: 'Close this chapter with clarity'

Rediff.com2 days ago

Rahul Chahar confirmed his split from his wife and said he is now ready for a fresh start with self-respect, courage, and better choices.

Youth Cong AI protest ignites nationwide BJP-Congress street clashes

Youth Cong AI protest ignites nationwide BJP-Congress street clashes

Rediff.com14 hours ago

Indore in Madhya Pradesh, Puducherry and Prakasam in Andhra Pradesh also witnessed a tense atmosphere amid confrontation between the party workers.

Narendra Modi Stadium: Where Cricket Roars Loudest

Narendra Modi Stadium: Where Cricket Roars Loudest

Rediff.com3 days ago

You don't just play here -- you must dare to play here because the sound from the stands crashes onto the field, and often the cheer comes back to the players like waves.

'Now, Jail Is The Rule, Bail Is The Exception'

'Now, Jail Is The Rule, Bail Is The Exception'

Rediff.com5 Jan 2026

'If the trial is not going on, if the charges have not been framed, it is obvious that he must be given bail. But he has been denied again.'

Shivaji Maharaj Jayanti: 3 injured due to overcrowding at Shivneri fort

Shivaji Maharaj Jayanti: 3 injured due to overcrowding at Shivneri fort

Rediff.com3 days ago

The legendary warrior king was born on February 19, 1630, at Shivneri Fort in Pune district.

'Studying developments': India after US SC verdict on Trump's tariffs

'Studying developments': India after US SC verdict on Trump's tariffs

Rediff.com1 days ago

In a major setback to Trump's pivotal economic agenda for his second term, the US Supreme Court, in a 6-3 verdict written by Chief Justice John Roberts, ruled that the tariffs imposed by the president on nations around the world were illegal.

'For national security': Trump now threatens tariffs over Greenland

'For national security': Trump now threatens tariffs over Greenland

Rediff.com17 Jan 2026

Trump has repeatedly asserted that Greenland is important to safeguard the US from Russia and China's presence in the Arctic Ocean, and has demanded that the Kingdom of Denmark sell the self-governed territory.

'We'll Cover For Him': Surya Backs Out-Of-Form Abhishek

'We'll Cover For Him': Surya Backs Out-Of-Form Abhishek

Rediff.com1 days ago

Suryakumar Yadav backs struggling Abhishek Sharma ahead of India's Super 8 clash vs South Africa in the T20 World Cup 2026.

Morkel Backs Abhishek Despite T20 WC Struggles

Morkel Backs Abhishek Despite T20 WC Struggles

Rediff.com2 days ago

India bowling coach Morne Morkel backs Abhishek Sharma despite his poor T20 World Cup run, says there's no concern over his form ahead of South Africa clash.

ESFI Opens Nationals For Asian Games Esports Qualification

ESFI Opens Nationals For Asian Games Esports Qualification

Rediff.com1 days ago

ESFI opens registrations for National Esports Championships to select India's squad for the 2026 Asian Games in Aichi-Nagoya.

Manasa Varanasi Lives In A Romcom Until...

Manasa Varanasi Lives In A Romcom Until...

Rediff.com3 days ago

Manasa Varanasi dresses like she's permanently floating through the soft-focus frame of a rom-com dressed in florals and cottagecore. But every now and then, the Couple Friendly actress switches lanes.

Macron calls for India-France push on responsible AI

Macron calls for India-France push on responsible AI

Rediff.com3 days ago

French President Emmanuel Macron announced that India and France will collaborate to develop an artificial intelligence framework that combines innovation with responsibility and technology with humanity, addressing the need for inclusive digital tools amid rising geopolitical tensions.

Shame if Pakistan players are kept out of The Hundred: Brook

Shame if Pakistan players are kept out of The Hundred: Brook

Rediff.com1 days ago

England's Harry Brook expresses concern over reports that Indian-owned franchises in The Hundred may refrain from picking Pakistan players due to political tensions, emphasizing the value and excitement they bring to the competition.