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No dispute, Tejashwi is the CM face: Kanhaiya Kumar

No dispute, Tejashwi is the CM face: Kanhaiya Kumar

Rediff.com27 Jun 2025

There is no confusion or dispute in the 'Mahagathbandhan' over Tejashwi Yadav being the main face for the Bihar chief minister's post, Congress leader Kanhaiya Kumar said on Friday while asserting that the CM will be from the Rashtriya Janata Dal if the alliance gets a majority in the upcoming polls.

Will Marathi Unite Thackeray Cousins?

Will Marathi Unite Thackeray Cousins?

Rediff.com5 Jul 2025

'Let's see how this love story shapes up in the run up to the municipal corporation election.'

'We're the largest gig worker employer in country'

'We're the largest gig worker employer in country'

Rediff.com25 Jun 2025

'Today, we have 2 million active drivers earning through our platform every month.'

Cilic Topples Draper; Easy For Sinner, Djokovic

Cilic Topples Draper; Easy For Sinner, Djokovic

Rediff.com4 Jul 2025

Marin Cilic had never beaten a Top-5 player on grass in his entire career before Thursday.

Sabalenka douses Raducanu fire; Keys, Osaka ousted

Sabalenka douses Raducanu fire; Keys, Osaka ousted

Rediff.com5 Jul 2025

Australian Open winner Madison Keys became the latest seed to tumble out of Wimbledon 2025.

A cricket book that tells stories beyond 22 yards...

A cricket book that tells stories beyond 22 yards...

Rediff.com28 May 2025

Book to tell 500 years of cricketing stories beyond the scorecards

'We are no saints': Ajit Pawar dismisses reunion buzz

'We are no saints': Ajit Pawar dismisses reunion buzz

Rediff.com10 Jun 2025

Celebrating the 26th foundation day of the party, the Ajit Pawar-led Nationalist Congress Party on Tuesday said there was no proposal of reunion with the rival faction, while Nationalist Congress Party-Sharadchandra Pawar MP Supriya Sule too avoided making any statement despite the recent buzz over the issue.

TaMo eyes 40% CV, 16% PV market share

TaMo eyes 40% CV, 16% PV market share

Rediff.com17 Jun 2025

Tata Motors (TaMo) is aiming to gain market share across its passenger vehicle (PV) and commercial vehicle (CV) businesses - targeting a 40 per cent share in CVs and a 16 per cent share in PVs by 2027. Meanwhile, it has already achieved earnings before interest, tax, depreciation, and amortisation (Ebitda) breakeven in its electric vehicle (EV) business at 1.2 per cent (up 830 basis points), ahead of its target of 2025-26 (FY26).

Cristiano Ronaldo hints at Al-Nassr exit

Cristiano Ronaldo hints at Al-Nassr exit

Rediff.com27 May 2025

Cristiano Ronaldo scored, but Al Nassr lost what could be his last-ever game for the club by 3-2 to Al Fateh on Monday in the Saudi Pro League. Following the match, the football icon hinted at an exit from the Saudi club, which he joined from Manchester United in 2023.

Club World Cup PIX: Messi & Co. Set For PSG Showdown

Club World Cup PIX: Messi & Co. Set For PSG Showdown

Rediff.com24 Jun 2025

PSG beat Seattle to reach knockout stage at Club World Cup

Norris beats Leclerc to Monaco pole; Hamilton demoted

Norris beats Leclerc to Monaco pole; Hamilton demoted

Rediff.com25 May 2025

Lando Norris put Formula One champions McLaren on pole position for the Monaco Grand Prix in track-record time on Saturday, with Ferrari's Charles Leclerc alongside on the front row for his home race.

Amazon to invest Rs 2,000 cr in India to expand logistics, improve safety

Amazon to invest Rs 2,000 cr in India to expand logistics, improve safety

Rediff.com20 Jun 2025

Amazon will invest more than Rs 2,000 crore (about $233 million) in India in 2025 as it strengthens its logistics and safety standards, said the ecommerce company on Thursday.

Panchayat 4 Is Back And We Can't Keep Calm!

Panchayat 4 Is Back And We Can't Keep Calm!

Rediff.com12 Jun 2025

Since the actors fit their parts perfectly, and everybody gets enough of an opportunity to shine, they have become familiar to viewers. So along with its relatable, laugh-out-loud content, they are a big reason for the show's popularity, notes Deepa Gahlot.

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.

Sinner-Alcaraz rivalry much-needed potion for tennis

Sinner-Alcaraz rivalry much-needed potion for tennis

Rediff.com7 Jun 2025

'I believe that tennis or every sport needs rivalries. This could be potentially one of them, but there are amazing players coming up.'

PIX: Paris erupts in celebration as PSG make history

PIX: Paris erupts in celebration as PSG make history

Rediff.com1 Jun 2025

Wild celebrations erupted across Paris on Saturday, with thousands of soccer fans descending on the boutique-lined Champs Elysees boulevard, after Paris St Germain crushed Italian rivals Inter Milan 5-0 to win the Champions League for the first time.

The Future of Movie Nights at Home

The Future of Movie Nights at Home

Rediff.com18 Jun 2025

Mukesh Ambani's Antilia includes a private theatre that seats over 50, a snow room, and even an ice cream parlour. If that's not redefining home entertainment, what is?

Caste census: Has BJP turned tables on Opposition?

Caste census: Has BJP turned tables on Opposition?

Rediff.com30 Apr 2025

The BJP's surprise announcement of a caste census in the next census has sparked political debate, particularly in Bihar where the issue of backward empowerment holds significant electoral weight. The move is seen as a strategic maneuver by the ruling party to counter opposition efforts to mobilize support among disadvantaged sections of society. The decision is also viewed as a recognition of the growing influence of OBC politics in India.

Forget AI: Google AI CEO Wants Students To...

Forget AI: Google AI CEO Wants Students To...

Rediff.com5 Jun 2025

Demis Hassabis' advice is clear: Don't just marvel at artificial intelligence -- study the science and math that make it possible.

Bal Thackeray's voice: Shiv Sena-UBT bets big on AI for civil polls

Bal Thackeray's voice: Shiv Sena-UBT bets big on AI for civil polls

Rediff.com1 Jun 2025

The opposition party is likely to use this new-age technology to reach out to a wider section of people, specially youngsters who are tech-savvy.

How EPS, Stalin Keep Allies In Check

How EPS, Stalin Keep Allies In Check

Rediff.com6 Jun 2025

EPS' acceptance of Amit Shah's proposal for an electoral alliance with the BJP is being interpreted to mean how the AIADMK has signed up the NDA national leader as a junior partner. Not many have appreciated EPS for this strategic move that has now forced the BJP to play second fiddle to the AIADMK. This has meant that the BJP has buried its ambitions of capturing power in Tamil Nadu now, and is willing to wait until after the 2029 Lok Sabha polls, observes N Sathiya Moorthy.

Why Stokes has quit alcohol

Why Stokes has quit alcohol

Rediff.com19 May 2025

The 33-year-old Stokes had surgery on his left hamstring in December after suffering a tear during the third Test against New Zealand, which ruled him out of action for a prolonged period.

Pak ex-PM Imran Khan likely to be released from jail on June 11

Pak ex-PM Imran Khan likely to be released from jail on June 11

Rediff.com8 Jun 2025

The Islamabad high court is set to hear the petitions requesting the suspension of sentences to Khan and his wife Bushra Bibi in the 190 million Pound Al-Qadir Trust case on June 11.

Gambhir calls for total boycott of Pakistan cricket

Gambhir calls for total boycott of Pakistan cricket

Rediff.com6 May 2025

India shouldn't play Pakistan even at ICC events till terrorism ends: Gambhir

100 wins & counting: Djokovic makes history at Roland Garros

100 wins & counting: Djokovic makes history at Roland Garros

Rediff.com2 Jun 2025

The Serbian's determined performance ensured he became only the second man to win a century of matches at the Parisian Grand Slam

Pope Leo makes his first US pitch at White Sox Park

Pope Leo makes his first US pitch at White Sox Park

Rediff.com15 Jun 2025

The pontiff, the first leader of the global Catholic Church from the United States, appeared for about seven minutes on Rate Field's jumbotron during the event, organized by the Chicago archdiocese and featuring several other local personalities, including Bulls announcer Chuck Swirsky.

IPL: Will this finally be Kohli and RCB's year?

IPL: Will this finally be Kohli and RCB's year?

Rediff.com30 May 2025

Virat Kohli inched closer to a maiden IPL title after Royal Challengers Bengaluru thrashed Punjab Kings by eight wickets in a lopsided Qualifier 1 match.

Can Gill Recreate Dada's Leeds 2002 Heroics?

Can Gill Recreate Dada's Leeds 2002 Heroics?

Rediff.com19 Jun 2025

If history is anything to go by, Leeds always has room for a little magic.

Don't want to make any comments about Neeraj: Nadeem

Don't want to make any comments about Neeraj: Nadeem

Rediff.com22 May 2025

Pakistan's star javelin thrower Arshad Nadeem has refused to comment on his arch-rival Neeraj Chopra.

Uddhav's stand on alliance with Raj is 'MaNaSe': Raut

Uddhav's stand on alliance with Raj is 'MaNaSe': Raut

Rediff.com24 May 2025

Raut said Sena-UBT has a positive approach towards an alliance with MNS, which is pronounced 'Manase' in Marathi, while attempting to make a wordplay with the party's name.

Coco Gauff Is French Open CHAMPION

Coco Gauff Is French Open CHAMPION

Rediff.com7 Jun 2025

Coco Gauff overcomes Sabalenka in error-riddled final to win French Open

Gulveer wins gold in men's 10000m at Asian Athletics

Gulveer wins gold in men's 10000m at Asian Athletics

Rediff.com27 May 2025

Gulveer Singh clocked 28 minute 38.63 seconds to win the gold to claim the gold medal in the men's 10,000m race at the Asian Athletics Championships.

PIX: Spain beat France in thriller to enter Nations League final

PIX: Spain beat France in thriller to enter Nations League final

Rediff.com6 Jun 2025

Spain's teenage sensation Lamine Yamal inspired his country to a thrilling 5-4 win over France on Thursday to send the holders through to their third successive Nations League final where they will face Iberian neighbours Portugal.

Ola Electric Hits Speed Bumps On Road to Future

Ola Electric Hits Speed Bumps On Road to Future

Rediff.com19 Jun 2025

Clearly, some of the bullishness of the early days has gone missing. Ola's market share is slipping amid rising competition from incumbents like Bajaj Auto and TVS.

Suryavanshi Just Made Google's CEO Sit Up and Tweet

Suryavanshi Just Made Google's CEO Sit Up and Tweet

Rediff.com20 Apr 2025

None more eye-catching than Google CEO Sundar Pichai, who posted on X, "Woke up to watch an 8th grader play in the IPL!!!! What a debut."

Swiggy expands 10-minute food delivery service 'Bolt' to over 500 cities

Swiggy expands 10-minute food delivery service 'Bolt' to over 500 cities

Rediff.com4 May 2025

Swiggy on Friday said its 10-minute food delivery service 'Bolt', which was launched in October last year, is now operational in more than 500 cities across the country.

Unnati, Ayush storm into Taipei Open semis

Unnati, Ayush storm into Taipei Open semis

Rediff.com9 May 2025

Earlier, the 17-year-old made short work of another Taipei shuttler Lin Sih Yun 21-12, 21-7 in the round of 16.

Skip Thug Life, Watch This Film Instead

Skip Thug Life, Watch This Film Instead

Rediff.com10 Jun 2025

The gangster saga Nayakan not only earned Mani Ratnam's reputation as a great director, the dubbed version of the film also did well in Mumbai, so much so that Feroz Khan's Hindi remake, Dayavan, starring Vinod Khanna, could not compare, recalls Deepa Gahlot.

East Bengal sent packing by Blasters in Super Cup shock

East Bengal sent packing by Blasters in Super Cup shock

Rediff.com21 Apr 2025

Kerala Blasters FC eliminated defending champions East Bengal FC from the Kalinga Super Cup with a 2-0 victory.

It's McLaren one-two as Piastri wins Spanish GP

It's McLaren one-two as Piastri wins Spanish GP

Rediff.com1 Jun 2025

Verstappen collided with Leclerc and twice with Mercedes' George Russell after the safety car restart.