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Inconsistent decisions shake public trust, says SC; slams HC judge

Inconsistent decisions shake public trust, says SC; slams HC judge

Rediff.com30 Apr 2025

The Supreme Court of India has reprimanded a Karnataka High Court judge for passing an inconsistent verdict, highlighting the crucial importance of consistent judicial outcomes for maintaining public trust. The court emphasized that inconsistent decisions from different benches undermine faith in the judiciary and can lead to "forum shopping" and other unethical practices.

Carlsen bangs table after losing to Gukesh

Carlsen bangs table after losing to Gukesh

Rediff.com2 Jun 2025

A seething Magnus Carlsen slammed his fist into a table after suffering his first defeat to World champion Gukesh Dommaraju in a classical game.

PIX: Djokovic's drop shot magic wows Paris!

PIX: Djokovic's drop shot magic wows Paris!

Rediff.com5 Jun 2025

Novak Djokovic hit a barrage of drop shots to beat Alexander Zverev for a place in the French Open semi-finals on Wednesday.

French Open: Olympic Champions Take Home Doubles Title

French Open: Olympic Champions Take Home Doubles Title

Rediff.com8 Jun 2025

Italian pair Sara Errani and Jasmine Paolini beat Kazakh Anna Danilina and Serbia's Aleksandra Krunic 6-4, 2-6, 6-1 to win the women's doubles title at the French Open on Sunday.

'I feel like that I'm playing great, great tennis on grass'

'I feel like that I'm playing great, great tennis on grass'

Rediff.com29 Jun 2025

Sinner plays down split with trainer and physio ahead of Wimbledon

French Open: Sinner could meet Djokovic in semis; Alcaraz faces Nishikori in opener

French Open: Sinner could meet Djokovic in semis; Alcaraz faces Nishikori in opener

Rediff.com22 May 2025

Struggling Swiatek will open her campaign against Slovakian Rebecca Sramkova.

Several Delhi, B'luru schools get 'bombs in black plastic bags' mail

Several Delhi, B'luru schools get 'bombs in black plastic bags' mail

Rediff.com18 Jul 2025

An official said that multiple schools in the national capital received these bomb threats. This is the fourth such day this week when schools in the capital received bomb threats.

Aren't we creating segregated group? SC slams blood donation ban on LGBTQ+

Aren't we creating segregated group? SC slams blood donation ban on LGBTQ+

Rediff.com15 May 2025

A bench of Justices Surya Kant and N Kotiswar Singh was acting on a batch of pleas against the blanket ban on blood donations by such persons from the LGBTQIA+ community.

Wimbledon 2025: Upbeat Alcaraz Eyes A Slice Of History

Wimbledon 2025: Upbeat Alcaraz Eyes A Slice Of History

Rediff.com29 Jun 2025

'I really want to win': Confident Alcaraz targets rare Wimbledon three-peat

What is the prize purse for Wimbledon 2025 champions?

What is the prize purse for Wimbledon 2025 champions?

Rediff.com19 Jun 2025

Here is what you need to know about the prize pot on offer at Wimbledon 2025, the third major of the year:

India defends Russia ties, hits out at NATO sanction threat

India defends Russia ties, hits out at NATO sanction threat

Rediff.com17 Jul 2025

India has cautioned against 'double standards' regarding its energy procurement from Russia, asserting that it is based on national interests and market dynamics, following a threat of secondary sanctions from NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte.

Wimbledon: The Joy, The Emotion

Wimbledon: The Joy, The Emotion

Rediff.com1 Jul 2025

It was a dream opening day for the local fans as seven British players made it to the second round -- the most singles wins for the home nation in a single day at Wimbledon in the professional era.

Freestyle Chess: Praggnanandhaa stuns World No 1 Carlsen

Freestyle Chess: Praggnanandhaa stuns World No 1 Carlsen

Rediff.com17 Jul 2025

Grandmaster R Praggnanandhaa took down World No 1 Magnus Carlsen to advance to the top-bracket quarter-finals along with Arjun Erigaisi at the Freestyle Grand Slam Tour.

'Tubelights': Oppn slams BJP MPs over remarks against SC

'Tubelights': Oppn slams BJP MPs over remarks against SC

Rediff.com20 Apr 2025

The Congress party has accused the BJP of engaging in "damage control" after the party distanced itself from comments made by two of its MPs, Nishikant Dubey and Dinesh Sharma, criticizing the Supreme Court. Congress general secretary Jairam Ramesh stated that the BJP's clarification was merely an attempt to mitigate the damage caused by the MPs' remarks and that the party's actions were hypocritical, given the silence of the BJP president on similar comments made by other party members.

Djokovic eager to beat Sinner, Alcaraz at Grand Slams

Djokovic eager to beat Sinner, Alcaraz at Grand Slams

Rediff.com1 Dec 2024

Novak Djokovic is ready to challenge Jannik Sinner and Carlos Alcaraz at the Grand Slam stage when he returns to action at the Australian Open after an underwhelming campaign this year, the 24-times champion said.

36 Amarnath pilgrims injured in bus pile-up in J-K's Ramban

36 Amarnath pilgrims injured in bus pile-up in J-K's Ramban

Rediff.com5 Jul 2025

At least 36 Amarnath pilgrims sustained minor injuries when five buses collided in the Ramban district along the Jammu-Srinagar National Highway. The accident occurred due to brake failure, and the injured were treated and continued their journey.

Big UPSET at Wimbledon on Day 1

Big UPSET at Wimbledon on Day 1

Rediff.com30 Jun 2025

Medvedev makes early exit after Wimbledon meltdown

Cheeka slams CSK: 'Why not try Prithvi Shaw?'

Cheeka slams CSK: 'Why not try Prithvi Shaw?'

Rediff.com12 Apr 2025

Former India captain Krishnamachari Srikkanth launched a scathing tirade on struggling Chennai Super Kings following their fifth consecutive defeat in the ongoing edition of the Indian Premier League.

'He has to count himself fortunate to have played 56 games'

'He has to count himself fortunate to have played 56 games'

Rediff.com7 Jul 2025

Vaughan slams Crawley for failing to pounce on opportunities

Britain's Cash and Glasspool win Wimbledon men's doubles title

Britain's Cash and Glasspool win Wimbledon men's doubles title

Rediff.com12 Jul 2025

Julian Cash and Lloyd Glasspool capped their dream summer with the Wimbledon crown and first Grand Slam title as a pair

How many jets were downed during Op Sindoor, asks Cong

How many jets were downed during Op Sindoor, asks Cong

Rediff.com28 Jul 2025

The Congress party launched a scathing attack on the central government regarding the Pahalgam terror attack and Operation Sindoor, demanding accountability from Home Minister Amit Shah and clarification on the number of Indian jets downed during the operation.

No country asked India to stop Op Sindoor, Modi tells LS

No country asked India to stop Op Sindoor, Modi tells LS

Rediff.com29 Jul 2025

Prime Minister Narendra Modi defended India's actions against terrorism, stating no country stopped India and criticizing the Congress party for not supporting the armed forces. He highlighted the success of Operation Sindoor and warned Pakistan against further misadventures.

Wrestling legend Hulk Hogan dies at 71

Wrestling legend Hulk Hogan dies at 71

Rediff.com24 Jul 2025

Hulk Hogan, who helped turn pro wrestling into billion-dollar spectacle, dies at 71

India slams Bangladesh govt, condemns killing of Hindu leader

India slams Bangladesh govt, condemns killing of Hindu leader

Rediff.com19 Apr 2025

India on Saturday condemned the alleged abduction and killing of a Hindu minority leader in Bangladesh and called on the interim government in Dhaka to live up to its responsibility of protecting the minorities.

Wimbledon 2025: Sabalenka, Keys Cruise Into Round 3

Wimbledon 2025: Sabalenka, Keys Cruise Into Round 3

Rediff.com2 Jul 2025

Sabalenka, Keys reach Wimbledon third round with contrasting victories.

Why IPL, PSL Winners May Miss World Clubs T20

Why IPL, PSL Winners May Miss World Clubs T20

Rediff.com6 Jul 2025

Pakistan is likely to be sidelined from the World Clubs T20 Championship expected to be launched next year.

Alcaraz stretched; Shelton reaches 3rd round in 55 secs

Alcaraz stretched; Shelton reaches 3rd round in 55 secs

Rediff.com5 Jul 2025

Talk about a man in a hurry -- 10th seed Ben Shelton required just 55 seconds to finish off Australian Rinky Hijikata and reach the Wimbledon third round on Friday.

AAP quits INDIA bloc, Trinamool to attend meet

AAP quits INDIA bloc, Trinamool to attend meet

Rediff.com18 Jul 2025

The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) distanced itself from the Indian National Developmental Inclusive Alliance (INDIA) on Friday, saying it is not part of the opposition alliance anymore and questioning the Congress party's role in leading it.

I feel very alone out there at times; I struggle mentally: Zverev

I feel very alone out there at times; I struggle mentally: Zverev

Rediff.com2 Jul 2025

It was Alexander Zverev's first opening-round defeat at a Grand Slam since Wimbledon in 2019 and leaves him still searching for a first major after 38 attempts.

Maha leaders rebuke BJP MP Dubey's 'patak patak ke...' dare

Maha leaders rebuke BJP MP Dubey's 'patak patak ke...' dare

Rediff.com8 Jul 2025

"I feel no one can reject the contribution of Maharashtra and Marathi people in the history and present of the country. If someone is rejecting it, then I feel it is wrong," Fadnavis said.

Granollers-Zeballos break duck with French Open doubles crown

Granollers-Zeballos break duck with French Open doubles crown

Rediff.com8 Jun 2025

Fifth seeds Marcel Granollers and Horacio Zeballos bagged their maiden Grand Slam trophy as a pair by battling past British duo Joe Salisbury and Neal Skupski in the French Open doubles final.

PIX: Sinner demolishes Djokovic, sets up Alcaraz final

PIX: Sinner demolishes Djokovic, sets up Alcaraz final

Rediff.com12 Jul 2025

In his first Wimbledon final the 23-year-old Sinner will face Spain's Carlos Alcaraz in a mouth-watering repeat of their recent French Open humdinger which the Italian lost after battling for more than five hours, squandering three championship points.

Make no mistake, we will win: New Canadian PM slams Trump

Make no mistake, we will win: New Canadian PM slams Trump

Rediff.com10 Mar 2025

Canada's next prime minister Mark Carney slammed United States President Donald Trump for 'unjustified tariffs', saying Americans should make no mistake as Canada will win the trade war just as it wins in hockey.

Wimbledon PIX: Krejcikova, Swiatek through to Round 3

Wimbledon PIX: Krejcikova, Swiatek through to Round 3

Rediff.com4 Jul 2025

Defending champion Krejcikova edges Dolehide to move into third round at Wimbledon 2025

Spain's King bestows Marquis title on Nadal

Spain's King bestows Marquis title on Nadal

Rediff.com19 Jun 2025

Spain's King Felipe VI on Thursday granted tennis great Rafa Nadal the noble title of marquis, recognising his contribution to the nation through sporting prowess, according to a royal household statement.

Emma breaks silence on dating Alcaraz rumours

Emma breaks silence on dating Alcaraz rumours

Rediff.com26 Jun 2025

Carlos Alcaraz and Emma Raducanu are generating major excitement - not just for their upcoming mixed doubles debut at the US Open

The Stars Who Witnessed History At French Open

The Stars Who Witnessed History At French Open

Rediff.com9 Jun 2025

Carlos Alcaraz is only the second man since tennis turned professional in 1968 to win all of his first five Grand Slam singles finals after Swiss great Roger Federer.

Nick Kyrgios to miss Wimbledon again!

Nick Kyrgios to miss Wimbledon again!

Rediff.com3 Jun 2025

Kyrgios withdraws from Wimbledon due to injury setback

'Won't sleep tonight..' Sinner rues missed chances

'Won't sleep tonight..' Sinner rues missed chances

Rediff.com9 Jun 2025

Sinner prepares for sleepless night after dramatic loss to Alcaraz at French Open

Only treatment for rioters is 'danda': Yogi slams Mamata

Only treatment for rioters is 'danda': Yogi slams Mamata

Rediff.com15 Apr 2025

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath launched a scathing attack on West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee over the violence during protests against the Waqf law, accusing her of remaining silent while "Bengal is burning." He also said that the only treatment for rioters is stick, as "Those who respond only to thrashing don't understand words."