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Vaibhav Sooryavanshi Can't Be Demoralised By Anyone

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi Can't Be Demoralised By Anyone

Rediff.com24 Jul 2026

At 15, Vaibhav Sooryavanshi has not just won a match. He has led from the front, lifted a struggling side, and announced -- loudly and clearly -- that he is here to stay, applauds R K Nayar.

IPL 2026: Rohit, Rickelton fashion Mumbai Indians' commanding win over Kolkata Knight Riders

IPL 2026: Rohit, Rickelton fashion Mumbai Indians' commanding win over Kolkata Knight Riders

Rediff.com29 Mar 2026

Ajinkya Rahane and Angkrish Raghuvanshi scored half-centuries as Kolkata Knight Riders posted a total of 220 for 4 against Mumbai Indians in their IPL match.

Indian Olympic Association Steps In To Provide Female Support Staff For Young Para Cyclist Lisha Das

Indian Olympic Association Steps In To Provide Female Support Staff For Young Para Cyclist Lisha Das

Rediff.com18 Jul 2026

The Indian Olympic Association intervened to ensure para cyclist Lisha Das, the youngest member of India's Commonwealth Games contingent, has a female support staff member accompanying her to Glasgow. This decision came after the 16-year-old raised concerns about the initial lack of a female physiotherapist, which goes against Sports Authority of India guidelines. The IOA has now accredited a physiotherapist and Lisha's personal coach, with efforts underway for a technician.

GDN To Dada: 10 Coming Biopics That Have Our Attention

GDN To Dada: 10 Coming Biopics That Have Our Attention

Rediff.com16 Jul 2026

From Dr A P J Abdul Kalam to Sourav Ganguly, these coming biopics are bringing some of India's most fascinating lives to the big screen.

Can Neeraj Chopra beat Pakistan's Arshad Nadeem at CWG 2026?

Can Neeraj Chopra beat Pakistan's Arshad Nadeem at CWG 2026?

Rediff.com27 Jul 2026

India's Neeraj Chopra will face reigning Olympic champion Arshad Nadeem of Pakistan and Sri Lanka's Rumesh Tharanga Pathirage in a highly anticipated men's javelin clash at the Commonwealth Games, as India aims to surpass its previous medal tally in athletics.

Murali Sreeshankar: 'Big Jump' Coming, Eyes Commonwealth Games Gold

Murali Sreeshankar: 'Big Jump' Coming, Eyes Commonwealth Games Gold

Rediff.com21 Jul 2026

Indian long jumper Murali Sreeshankar, who recently returned from a career-threatening injury, is confident of achieving a 'big jump' soon and aims to upgrade his silver medal to gold at the upcoming Commonwealth Games in Glasgow.

Fear of failure has no place in this team, says Shreyas Iyer ahead of Zimbabwe T20Is

Fear of failure has no place in this team, says Shreyas Iyer ahead of Zimbabwe T20Is

Rediff.com22 Jul 2026

India captain Shreyas Iyer has urged his team to play fearless cricket in the upcoming T20 series against Zimbabwe, despite a recent winless tour of England. He emphasised learning from past setbacks, adapting to new conditions, and focusing on team unity to overcome challenges.

India's Glasgow CWG Focus: Medals And Crucial 2030 Hosting Insights

India's Glasgow CWG Focus: Medals And Crucial 2030 Hosting Insights

Rediff.com21 Jul 2026

India's Chef de Mission Rohit Rajpal stated that success at the upcoming Glasgow Commonwealth Games will be measured not only by medals but also by the 'knowledge it acquires' for hosting the 2030 edition in Ahmedabad.

Why Rahul Dravid Loved Rohit Sharma's Captaincy!

Why Rahul Dravid Loved Rohit Sharma's Captaincy!

Rediff.com27 Jan 2026

Former India coach Rahul Dravid found Rohit Sharma's openness to change a major positive while he was leading the team.

ODI series: MI's Ghazanfar eager to test his skills against India's star batters

ODI series: MI's Ghazanfar eager to test his skills against India's star batters

Rediff.com9 Jun 2026

Having observed Rohit Sharma up close during his stint with Mumbai Indians, Afghanistan's rising spin star AM Ghazanfar is eager to put those learnings to the test when he takes on the Indian batting great in the upcoming ODI series.

Shubman Gill Closes In On No 1 Ranking In ODIs

Shubman Gill Closes In On No 1 Ranking In ODIs

Rediff.com15 Jul 2026

England's Harry Brook and India's Shreyas Iyer have made significant advancements in the ICC Men's T20I Player Rankings, with Brook entering the top 10 and Iyer rocketing 62 spots.

When protestors found 'Bapu' walking in their midst

When protestors found 'Bapu' walking in their midst

Rediff.com24 Jul 2026

'We looked up and there was a man dressed as Mahatma Gandhi walking with the protesters under Minto Bridge. Everyone burst into laughter. Almost instinctively, we shouted, 'Bapu ki jai ho!' It's one of those moments I'll never forget.'

My Dear Friend Garry Sobers

My Dear Friend Garry Sobers

Rediff.com28 Jul 2026

Sir Garfield Sobers, who passed into the ages on July 17, would have turned 90 today, July 28. Former Pakistan captain Intikhab Alam remembers a dear friend who he believes was 'undoubtedly the greatest cricketer the world has ever seen.'

Nehra Makes History In 800m Freestyle, Qualifies For CWG And Asian Games

Nehra Makes History In 800m Freestyle, Qualifies For CWG And Asian Games

Rediff.com20 Jun 2026

Aryan Nehra has become the first Indian swimmer to complete the men's 800m freestyle in under eight minutes, setting a new Best Indian Time and qualifying for both the Commonwealth Games and Asian Games. Other swimmers like Rujula S and B. Benedicton Rohit also achieved new Best Indian Times at the National Aquatics Championships.

Uttar Pradesh STF Assists in Arrest of Key Suspect in Rohit Shetty Firing

Uttar Pradesh STF Assists in Arrest of Key Suspect in Rohit Shetty Firing

Rediff.com21 Mar 2026

A key accused in the Rohit Shetty house firing case has been arrested in Uttar Pradesh, bringing the total number of arrests to 14. The arrest was made with the assistance of the Uttar Pradesh Special Task Force.

Easy Loans: 5 Rules Every Borrower Should Follow

Easy Loans: 5 Rules Every Borrower Should Follow

Rediff.com21 Jul 2026

The most financially successful borrowers will not necessarily be those who have the easiest access to credit. They will be the ones who understand how to manage it wisely

Rohit Sharma to be awarded Honorary Doctorate

Rohit Sharma to be awarded Honorary Doctorate

Rediff.com21 Jan 2026

Rohit Sharma to be conferred Honorary Doctorate by Ajeenkya DY Patil University

Accused in Rohit Shetty Firing Incident Requests Bail to Attend Agra Wedding

Accused in Rohit Shetty Firing Incident Requests Bail to Attend Agra Wedding

Rediff.com9 Mar 2026

An accused in the Rohit Shetty house firing case has requested temporary bail to attend his wedding in Agra, scheduled for March 11. The court will hear the plea on Tuesday.

Rohit Sharma 'fitter and committed' ahead of IPL 2026, says Mahela Jayawardene

Rohit Sharma 'fitter and committed' ahead of IPL 2026, says Mahela Jayawardene

Rediff.com17 Mar 2026

Mumbai Indians' head coach Mahela Jayawardene praises Rohit Sharma's improved fitness and commitment ahead of IPL 2026, while also highlighting Suryakumar Yadav's leadership and Jasprit Bumrah's work ethic.

Suryakumar Yadav Can Still Make India Comeback, Say BCCI Sources

Suryakumar Yadav Can Still Make India Comeback, Say BCCI Sources

Rediff.com13 Jul 2026

Suryakumar Yadav, despite being stripped of T20I captaincy and dropped from the squad, can still make a comeback to the Indian side if he consistently performs in domestic cricket, according to a BCCI source.

Police Uncover Extensive Drug Smuggling Network

Police Uncover Extensive Drug Smuggling Network

Rediff.com4 Jun 2026

Police in Sonbhadra, Uttar Pradesh, have arrested Rohit Singh, an associate of drug smuggler Prince Singh, who had previously escaped during an encounter. The investigation further led to the apprehension of two more individuals, Pintu Yadav and Satyapal, involved in cultivating and supplying opium and poppy husk from Jharkhand to Punjab. Authorities seized contraband worth Rs 58.75 lakh.

Rohit, Dhoni Create Iconic Moment Before T20 WC Final

Rohit, Dhoni Create Iconic Moment Before T20 WC Final

Rediff.com8 Mar 2026

India's World Cup-winning captains Rohit Sharma and MS Dhoni, alongside International Cricket Council chairman Jay Shah, walked out at the Narendra Modi Stadium, in Ahmedabad, with the T20 World Cup trophy on Sunday.

India vs England: Gill opens up on India's costly middle-order collapse

India vs England: Gill opens up on India's costly middle-order collapse

Rediff.com17 Jul 2026

Joe Root's patient, unbeaten 99 anchored England's chase of 234 against India, securing a four-wicket victory and levelling the three-match ODI series 1-1. India captain Shubman Gill attributed his side's defeat to a middle-order collapse, which saw them slump from 178 for 3 to 193 for 7.

Delhi Police Nabs Man For Burglary At Burari Temple

Delhi Police Nabs Man For Burglary At Burari Temple

Rediff.com11 Jun 2026

Delhi Police have arrested a 24-year-old man named Rohit for allegedly burgling a Hanuman temple in Burari, north Delhi. Stolen idols and religious articles were recovered, and the accused was apprehended based on CCTV footage and technical surveillance while attempting to sell the stolen goods.

Injuries Force Changes In India's ODI And T20I Squads

Injuries Force Changes In India's ODI And T20I Squads

Rediff.com12 Jul 2026

Young pacer Harshit Rana and veteran spinner Varun Chakravarthy have been ruled out of India's upcoming ODI and T20I assignments due to hamstring injuries. Prince Yadav will replace Rana in the ODI squad for England, while Ravi Bishnoi steps in for Chakravarthy for the T20I series in Zimbabwe.

1st ODI: Axar, Gill shine as India crush England in Birmingham

1st ODI: Axar, Gill shine as India crush England in Birmingham

Rediff.com14 Jul 2026

India comfortably chased down 259 to beat England by six wickets in the first ODI, with Shubman Gill scoring 80 before Axar Patel and Washington Sundar guided the visitors home with unbeaten fifties.

BCCI Secretary On 2027 World Cup Roadmap: Not For Public Consumption

BCCI Secretary On 2027 World Cup Roadmap: Not For Public Consumption

Rediff.com19 Jun 2026

BCCI secretary Devajit Saikia stated that India's roadmap for the 2027 World Cup, including discussions on senior players like Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli, is confidential and not for public consumption. He also clarified that the BCCI adheres strictly to the Government of India's policies regarding bilateral tours, such as the potential resumption of ties with Bangladesh, without concern for the political situation in other countries.

India eye KL Rahul at No. 3 vs Afghanistan after Ishan Kishan's ODI recall

India eye KL Rahul at No. 3 vs Afghanistan after Ishan Kishan's ODI recall

Rediff.com12 Jun 2026

Ishan Kishan's wicket-keeping drills ahead of the series opener suggested India could be considering a revised role for KL Rahul in the ODI setup.

'Rohit Got Out Playing Shots In The Air'

'Rohit Got Out Playing Shots In The Air'

Rediff.com19 Jan 2026

Rohit Sharma scored only 61 runs in three innings at an average of 20.33, failing to register a single fifty in the series against New Zealand.

New Funds For Indian Cinema!

New Funds For Indian Cinema!

Rediff.com11 Jul 2026

New financial investment funds, including Filmoney Global and CineNow, are entering the 22,000 crore Indian film business, aiming to establish Indian cinema as a new asset class for high-net-worth individuals and institutions, similar to the IPL.

MLA Rohit Pawar Raises Concerns Over VSR Ventures' Statement on Learjet Crash

MLA Rohit Pawar Raises Concerns Over VSR Ventures' Statement on Learjet Crash

Rediff.com10 Mar 2026

NCP (SP) MLA Rohit Pawar has questioned whether VSR Ventures owner V K Singh is attempting to blame the pilot for the Learjet crash that killed Maharashtra Deputy CM Ajit Pawar and four others in January. Pawar cites media reports about Singh's purported submission to the CID, raising concerns about the investigation's transparency.

From 2007 Glory to 2022 Drama: Rohit Revisits India-Pak T20 WC Memories

From 2007 Glory to 2022 Drama: Rohit Revisits India-Pak T20 WC Memories

Rediff.com2 Mar 2026

Former India captain Rohit Sharma described the 2007 T20 World Cup games as his favourite T20 World Cup fixture against Pakistan.

IOA Unveils Official Kit For Commonwealth Games Athletes

IOA Unveils Official Kit For Commonwealth Games Athletes

Rediff.com7 Jul 2026

The Indian Olympic Association hosted a grand send-off for the country's Commonwealth Games contingent, unveiling the official ceremonial and competition kit for athletes heading to Glasgow. Dignitaries including Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya and IOA President PT Usha attended the event, expressing hopes for a successful campaign.

Gangsters Arrested After Dramatic Police Chase In Panchkula Shooting

Gangsters Arrested After Dramatic Police Chase In Panchkula Shooting

Rediff.com4 Jun 2026

A club owner in Panchkula, Haryana, was seriously injured in a shooting incident. Police arrested two suspected members of the Rohit Godara gang after a chase and exchange of fire. Authorities are investigating an extortion angle, following the emergence of an audio message purportedly from the gangster.

Kohli, Rohit's Unique Felicitation Goes Viral

Kohli, Rohit's Unique Felicitation Goes Viral

Rediff.com11 Jan 2026

Indian cricket greats Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma were felicitated by the Baroda Cricket Association during the first ODI against New Zealand at the Kotambi Stadium on Sunday, in what turned into one of the most talked-about moments of the match.

'We Treat Retirement Like A Distant Destination'

'We Treat Retirement Like A Distant Destination'

Rediff.com1 Jul 2026

If you have ever said 'I'll sort retirement later,' now is when 'later' begins.

Bowling Struggles, Fitness Woes: Why India Flopped In England ODIs

Bowling Struggles, Fitness Woes: Why India Flopped In England ODIs

Rediff.com21 Jul 2026

A look at what went wrong for India in the England ODI series.

Kohli misses Afghanistan ODIs due to hamstring injury; Gaikwad likely to join squad

Kohli misses Afghanistan ODIs due to hamstring injury; Gaikwad likely to join squad

Rediff.com4 Jun 2026

Indian cricket star Virat Kohli has been ruled out of the upcoming three-match ODI series against Afghanistan due to a hamstring injury, a rare occurrence for the exceptionally fit batsman. The news comes amidst uncertainty over Rohit Sharma's full availability for the series, also due to a hamstring issue, sparking discussions about the future of both senior players in the ODI format.

India downplay concerns over Rohit Sharma's form

India downplay concerns over Rohit Sharma's form

Rediff.com15 Jan 2026

'...and maybe just being a little bit short on cricket leading into the series.'

Irfan Pathan Explains India's World Cup Squad Strategy

Irfan Pathan Explains India's World Cup Squad Strategy

Rediff.com12 Jun 2026

Former India all-rounder Irfan Pathan discusses India's ODI series against Afghanistan as a crucial opportunity to assess squad depth for the upcoming ICC World Cup, highlighting key players and their roles, especially for South African conditions.