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'We're in war': Trump says downing of US jet not to affect Iran talks

'We're in war': Trump says downing of US jet not to affect Iran talks

Rediff.com6 days ago

US President Donald Trump has asserted that the destruction of an American military aircraft will have no bearing on diplomatic discussions with Iran, according to a report by NBC News.

Security risk: Delhi to replace Chinese CCTV cameras in phases

Security risk: Delhi to replace Chinese CCTV cameras in phases

Rediff.com2 Apr 2026

The Delhi government has initiated the removal of Chinese-origin CCTV cameras installed across the city due to security concerns, with plans to replace them with more secure systems.

Iran reviews backchannel messages, warns it's ready for 'any attack'

Iran reviews backchannel messages, warns it's ready for 'any attack'

Rediff.com2 Apr 2026

A spokesperson said the government is carefully assessing these communications in the context of the ongoing regional crisis.

Is US a proxy for Israel? Iran Prez issues open letter to Americans

Is US a proxy for Israel? Iran Prez issues open letter to Americans

Rediff.com2 Apr 2026

Pezeshkian urged American citizens to look beyond 'manufactured narratives', claiming the portrayal of Iran as a threat is driven by the military-industrial complex and Israeli political interests.

Kimi Antonelli wins Japanese GP; becomes youngest F1 Championship leader

Kimi Antonelli wins Japanese GP; becomes youngest F1 Championship leader

Rediff.com29 Mar 2026

Kimi Antonelli of Mercedes wins the Japanese Grand Prix, becoming the youngest-ever championship leader. The race saw a high-speed crash involving Oliver Bearman, who was later cleared by doctors.

Auto cos delivered record 2,96,71,064 units in FY26; 13.3% jump YoY

Auto cos delivered record 2,96,71,064 units in FY26; 13.3% jump YoY

Rediff.com3 days ago

India's auto retail sector achieved record-breaking sales of 2,96,71,064 units in FY26, a 13.3% increase, primarily driven by the implementation of GST 2.0 which reduced the tax burden on mass-segment vehicles, according to the Federation of Automobile Dealers Associations (FADA).

IDF strikes over 200 Iranian targets, 140 Hezbollah sites

IDF strikes over 200 Iranian targets, 140 Hezbollah sites

Rediff.com5 days ago

The Israel Defence Forces (IDF) have conducted a massive military operation targeting more than 200 infrastructure sites within Iran and an additional 140 Hezbollah assets across Lebanon.

It undermines women's dignity: Caster Semenya slams IOC's gender testing policy

It undermines women's dignity: Caster Semenya slams IOC's gender testing policy

Rediff.com31 Mar 2026

Double Olympic champion Caster Semenya says she intends to fight against the introduction of gender testing for the female category at the Olympics, a policy the South African insists "undermines women's rights".

5 Times When Trump Extended His 'Or Else...' Deadline for Iran

5 Times When Trump Extended His 'Or Else...' Deadline for Iran

Rediff.com2 days ago

Each time a deadline almost runs out, President Trump hands out a new one.

Punjab Mother's Plea: Four Sons Lost to Drugs, Fifth Ailing

Punjab Mother's Plea: Four Sons Lost to Drugs, Fifth Ailing

Rediff.com3 days ago

An elderly couple in Punjab claims to have lost four sons to drug addiction, with their fifth son now critically ill. The Aam Aadmi Party disputes the claim, stating the deaths occurred over several years due to various causes. The family pleads for government intervention to combat the drug problem in their community.

BCB appeals to BCCI to revive India tour and fix strained relations

BCB appeals to BCCI to revive India tour and fix strained relations

Rediff.com5 days ago

The Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) is attempting to repair strained relations with the BCCI after pulling out of the T20 World Cup in India, seeking to revive India's white-ball tour in September.

Sooryavanshi Set For Bumrah Test As Mumbai Indians Face Resurgent Royals

Sooryavanshi Set For Bumrah Test As Mumbai Indians Face Resurgent Royals

Rediff.com3 days ago

Mumbai Indians will be looking to bounce back from their recent defeat when they face a confident Rajasthan Royals side in their upcoming IPL match. The Royals will be aiming to continue their winning streak.

West Asia War Pushes RBI into Growth-Inflation Dilemma

West Asia War Pushes RBI into Growth-Inflation Dilemma

Rediff.com3 days ago

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) Governor Sanjay Malhotra is now confronting the classic growth-inflation tradeoff, a situation exacerbated by the West Asia war, which threatens to end the 'goldilocks period' of low inflation and robust growth.

US crew member rescued after Iran F-15E downing; search on for 2nd airman

US crew member rescued after Iran F-15E downing; search on for 2nd airman

Rediff.com6 days ago

US forces have launched search and rescue efforts for a US fighter jet, which several news outlets, including the Wall Street Journal and CNN, said had been shot down over Iran.

IPL 2026: Has Varun Chakravarthy Lost His Mystery Magic?

IPL 2026: Has Varun Chakravarthy Lost His Mystery Magic?

Rediff.com7 days ago

An analysis of Varun Chakravarthy's recent performances, highlighting a decline in his effectiveness as a mystery spinner. The article examines his struggles in both international and IPL matches, suggesting that batters are beginning to decipher his bowling action and variations.

Shock Update! Tiger Woods takes break after DUI case

Shock Update! Tiger Woods takes break after DUI case

Rediff.com1 Apr 2026

Tiger Woods is stepping away from golf to seek treatment and focus on his health after pleading not guilty to DUI charges stemming from a recent rollover crash in Florida.

Gavaskar identifies Chennai Super Kings' bowling woes

Gavaskar identifies Chennai Super Kings' bowling woes

Rediff.com5 days ago

Former India captain Sunil Gavaskar has identified Chennai Super Kings' bowling as their primary concern, suggesting they need to consistently score high to compensate. He also praised Ayush Mhatre's potential and Rohit Sharma's improved fitness.

FMCG firms expect high single-digit growth in Q4FY26

FMCG firms expect high single-digit growth in Q4FY26

Rediff.com5 days ago

Fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) companies like Dabur India and Marico anticipate high single-digit growth in Q4FY26, driven by strong domestic demand in India, which is helping to offset the negative impact of geopolitical conflicts in West Asia on their international businesses.

IPL 2026: Dhruv Jurel's Insight Leads to Rajasthan Royals' Victory Over Gujarat Titans

IPL 2026: Dhruv Jurel's Insight Leads to Rajasthan Royals' Victory Over Gujarat Titans

Rediff.com5 days ago

Rajasthan Royals secured a thrilling victory against Gujarat Titans thanks to a strategic bowling change suggested by Dhruv Jurel and executed by Jofra Archer and Tushar Deshpande.

Adani Group adopts 3-layer structure to empower frontline,flatten hierarchy

Adani Group adopts 3-layer structure to empower frontline,flatten hierarchy

Rediff.com5 days ago

Billionaire Gautam Adani announced the Adani Group is transitioning to a three-layer organisational structure to flatten hierarchy and empower its frontline operations, aiming for faster decision-making and increased accountability.

Democrats Demand Trump's Removal After 'Civilisation' Threat to Iran

Democrats Demand Trump's Removal After 'Civilisation' Threat to Iran

Rediff.com2 days ago

US President Donald Trump's threats against Iran have drawn strong condemnation from Democrat leaders, who are calling for his removal from office, while some Republicans express concern.

IPL 2026: Cameron Green not far from bowling return, says KKR bowling coach Southee

IPL 2026: Cameron Green not far from bowling return, says KKR bowling coach Southee

Rediff.com4 days ago

Kolkata Knight Riders' high-profile acquisition Cameron Green has resumed bowling in the nets and is "not far away" from doing so in an IPL match, bowling coach Tim Southee said.

India Braces for Record Power Demand, Risks Galore

India Braces for Record Power Demand, Risks Galore

Rediff.com6 days ago

India's peak power demand is projected to hit 270 GW this summer, surpassing last year's record of 250 GW.

Anderson 'hated every minute' of The Hundred

Anderson 'hated every minute' of The Hundred

Rediff.com7 days ago

When The Hundred's on I'm hopefully going to be on holiday somewhere, said England's cricketing legend James Anderson who took only two wickets in three games in the tournament in 2025.

US Army chief ousted amid war in Iran, former Hegseth aide takes charge

US Army chief ousted amid war in Iran, former Hegseth aide takes charge

Rediff.com7 days ago

The decision marks a significant leadership transition as the administration seeks a commander who 'will implement Donald Trump and Hegseth's vision for the Army'.

Fake Life-Saving Drugs Racket Busted in Delhi

Fake Life-Saving Drugs Racket Busted in Delhi

Rediff.com4 days ago

Delhi Police have dismantled an organised interstate racket involved in manufacturing and distributing counterfeit life-saving medicines, arresting six individuals and seizing fake drugs worth approximately Rs 2 crore. The investigation also revealed a network of fake GST firms used for generating bogus invoices and laundering money.

Anil Ambani, Reliance Communications Face New CBI Case Over Alleged Rs 3,750 Crore LIC Loss

Anil Ambani, Reliance Communications Face New CBI Case Over Alleged Rs 3,750 Crore LIC Loss

Rediff.com1 Apr 2026

The CBI has registered a new case against Anil Ambani and Reliance Communications Ltd for allegedly causing a loss of Rs 3,750 crore to the Life Insurance Corporation (LIC) of India.

India Relaxes Import Duties on Key Petrochemicals to Stabilise Supply Chains

India Relaxes Import Duties on Key Petrochemicals to Stabilise Supply Chains

Rediff.com7 days ago

The Indian government has waived customs duty on critical petrochemical products until June 30 to ensure supply stability and provide relief to consumers amid disruptions caused by the crisis in West Asia.

Iran hits Israel's Haifa shortly after Trump says its missile program curtailed

Iran hits Israel's Haifa shortly after Trump says its missile program curtailed

Rediff.com2 Apr 2026

The Israel Defence Forces (IDF) confirmed the missile launches in a statement on Telegram, noting that defensive systems were actively operating to intercept the threat.

Joint Pak-Afghanistan jirga calls for immediate ceasefire

Joint Pak-Afghanistan jirga calls for immediate ceasefire

Rediff.com1 Apr 2026

A joint Pakistan-Afghanistan jirga in Peshawar has called for an immediate ceasefire to de-escalate tensions between the two countries, emphasising dialogue and mutual respect.

US intel report counters Trump on Iran's missile capability

US intel report counters Trump on Iran's missile capability

Rediff.com6 days ago

Media reports based on intelligence sources say nearly half of Iran's missile launchers remain intact, while thousands of one-way attack drones are still part of its arsenal even after continuous strikes targeting military infrastructure over the past five weeks.

EPL: Igor Tudor leaves Tottenham Hotspur after seven games in charge

EPL: Igor Tudor leaves Tottenham Hotspur after seven games in charge

Rediff.com29 Mar 2026

Tottenham Hotspur's interim manager Igor Tudor left the club on Sunday after the Premier League side said they had "mutually agreed" to part ways, with the North London team sitting one point above the relegation zone.

Iran rejects US proposal for 48-hour ceasefire as tension escalates

Iran rejects US proposal for 48-hour ceasefire as tension escalates

Rediff.com6 days ago

Iran has formally turned down a proposal from the United States for a 48-hour ceasefire, according to Al Jazeera, citing reports from the semi-official Fars news agency.

Italy STUNNED! Bosnia end World Cup hopes again

Italy STUNNED! Bosnia end World Cup hopes again

Rediff.com1 Apr 2026

Italy's World Cup drought continues after a playoff loss to Bosnia, while the Czech Republic and Sweden secured their spots in the tournament with dramatic victories over Denmark and Poland, respectively.

Missing F-15 crew member rescued, says Trump

Missing F-15 crew member rescued, says Trump

Rediff.com5 days ago

The United States Special Forces have rescued the second F-15 crew member alive, who went missing after Iran downed the jet amid the West Asia conflict, President Donald Trump has confirmed.

Downed US pilot hid in mountain crevice, hiked 7,000 feet to evade Iranians for 48 hours

Downed US pilot hid in mountain crevice, hiked 7,000 feet to evade Iranians for 48 hours

Rediff.com4 days ago

A US Air Force officer was rescued from deep inside Iran after his jet was shot down, following a two-day mission involving US Special Operations forces. The officer evaded Iranian forces for over 24 hours, hiding in a mountain crevice and hiking to high altitudes before being rescued.

When Pakistan Bombed Kabul Hospital

When Pakistan Bombed Kabul Hospital

Rediff.com17 Mar 2026

Pakistani airstrikes targeted Kabul, Afghanistan on March 16-17, 2026, with the Taliban claiming the attacks hit a drug users rehabilitation hospital and residential areas.

Preeti Pawar and Deepak Victorious at Asian Boxing Championships

Preeti Pawar and Deepak Victorious at Asian Boxing Championships

Rediff.com30 Mar 2026

Preeti Pawar and Deepak secured victories in their respective categories, marking a positive start for India at the Asian Boxing Championships.

Aryna Sabalenka wins Miami Open, completes 'Sunshine Double'

Aryna Sabalenka wins Miami Open, completes 'Sunshine Double'

Rediff.com29 Mar 2026

Aryna Sabalenka defeated Coco Gauff in the Miami Open final to complete the 'Sunshine Double', joining an elite group of female tennis players.

Preeti Pawar and Deepak Shine in Asian Boxing Championships Opener

Preeti Pawar and Deepak Shine in Asian Boxing Championships Opener

Rediff.com30 Mar 2026

Preeti Pawar and Deepak secured victories in their respective categories to kick off India's campaign at the Asian Boxing Championships on a positive note.