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'What sets Siraj apart is his relentless commitment'

'What sets Siraj apart is his relentless commitment'

Rediff.com7 Oct 2025

Mohammed Siraj's commitment to a team-first approach sets him apart from the others and the pacer has demonstrated strong leadership qualities, said former New Zealand captain Kane Williamson.

Bareilly violence: 39 arrested, more than 2500 booked; flag marches held

Bareilly violence: 39 arrested, more than 2500 booked; flag marches held

Rediff.com28 Sep 2025

The cleric's arrest on Saturday prompted administrations in neighbouring districts to go on high alert.

Govindas build 10-layer pyramid in Thane; min says world record

Govindas build 10-layer pyramid in Thane; min says world record

Rediff.com16 Aug 2025

A Govinda squad in Thane, India, formed a 10-layer human pyramid during a Dahi Handi event, with organizers claiming it as a world record. A prize of Rs 25 lakh was announced for the team.

India's Most Unusual Dussehra Celebrations

India's Most Unusual Dussehra Celebrations

Rediff.com2 Oct 2025

These traditions have survived centuries, even as India has changed dramatically around them.

Who prevented military action after 26/11, asks Modi citing Chidambaram

Who prevented military action after 26/11, asks Modi citing Chidambaram

Rediff.com9 Oct 2025

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday asked the Congress to tell the nation who prevented India's military response after the 26/11 Mumbai terror attacks linked to Pakistan, and accused the party of weakening the fight against terrorism when in power.

GST Rate Cut Paints India's Art Landscape In Brighter Colours

GST Rate Cut Paints India's Art Landscape In Brighter Colours

Rediff.com4 Oct 2025

'High taxes have kept away art collectors who will now embrace the new GST.'

26/11 Hero Bajrang Singh's Downfall And Capture

26/11 Hero Bajrang Singh's Downfall And Capture

Rediff.com4 Oct 2025

How a Legendary Commando's Downfall Began with a Simple Meal: The Tale of Bajrang Singh's Capture.

Israeli air strikes kill 65 in Gaza, including 14 from one family

Israeli air strikes kill 65 in Gaza, including 14 from one family

Rediff.com13 Sep 2025

They died when an Israeli strike hit their home in the at-Twam neighbourhood of Gaza City.

EPL: United survive Chelsea thriller, Liverpool win

EPL: United survive Chelsea thriller, Liverpool win

Rediff.com21 Sep 2025

Bruno Fernandes milestone and late drama lift Manchester United past Chelsea with a chaotic 2-1 win over Chelsea at Old Trafford

PSG's Dembele wins 2025 Men's Ballon d'Or

PSG's Dembele wins 2025 Men's Ballon d'Or

Rediff.com23 Sep 2025

Aitana Bonmat won the women's Ballon d'Or for the third year running while the 18-year-old Yamal, who was Dembele's teammate at Barcelona when he first broke through in 2023, was again awarded the men's Kopa Trophy.

Jaguar Land Rover gets UK govt loan guarantee after cyber-attack

Jaguar Land Rover gets UK govt loan guarantee after cyber-attack

Rediff.com28 Sep 2025

The UK government on Sunday announced that it will support "iconic British brand" Jaguar Land Rover (JLR) with a loan guarantee of up to 1.5 billion pounds to give certainty to the Tata Motors owned carmaker's supply chain following a devastating cyber-attack. The loan will come from a commercial bank, backed by the Department for Business and Trade's (DBT) Export Development Guarantee (EDG), provided by export credit agency UK Export Finance, to be paid back over five years.

Some trying to steal...: Modi takes 'Jan Nayak' dig at Rahul

Some trying to steal...: Modi takes 'Jan Nayak' dig at Rahul

Rediff.com4 Oct 2025

Prime Minister Narendra Modi criticized the RJD's past education policies in Bihar, attributing migration to the state's poor education system under their rule. He praised the current NDA government's efforts to improve education and development, launching several initiatives focused on youth skilling and education in the state.

Bumrah overtakes Bhuvneshwar as India's T20I wicket machine

Bumrah overtakes Bhuvneshwar as India's T20I wicket machine

Rediff.com14 Sep 2025

Indian pace spearhead Jasprit Bumrah overtook Bhuvneshwar Kumar to become team's fourth-highest wicket-taker in T20I cricket.

Confirmed: No more rest for Bumrah in Asia Cup

Confirmed: No more rest for Bumrah in Asia Cup

Rediff.com23 Sep 2025

With WI Tests starting next week, 25 overs in Asia Cup is good build-up for Bumrah: Doeschate

Trump's 100% tariff on pharma unlikely to hurt domestic industry: Experts

Trump's 100% tariff on pharma unlikely to hurt domestic industry: Experts

Rediff.com26 Sep 2025

Indian Pharmaceutical Alliance (IPA) on Friday said US President Donald Trump's move to impose 100 per cent import tariffs on pharmaceutical drugs from October 1 will impact only patented and branded products, not generic medicines.

39 and Still Iconic: How Ashwin Redefined Indian Spin

39 and Still Iconic: How Ashwin Redefined Indian Spin

Rediff.com17 Sep 2025

Ravichandran Ashwin, one of India's finest bowling all-rounders, turned 39 on Wednesday

Mumbai blasts acquitted man seeks Rs 9 cr compensation

Mumbai blasts acquitted man seeks Rs 9 cr compensation

Rediff.com13 Sep 2025

In his applications filed before the National Human Rights Commission as well as Maharashtra State Human Rights Commission on Friday, Abdul Wahid Shaikh also requested support for rehabilitation.

TN stampede: Toll rises to 40, two critical; protest before Vijay's house

TN stampede: Toll rises to 40, two critical; protest before Vijay's house

Rediff.com29 Sep 2025

On the admissions, he said 26 people were treated in the OPD and were discharged. And of the 67 admitted as in-patients, 2 were critical. All others were stable. One of the patients was shifted to the Madurai GH for further treatment.

How Many MPs Face Criminal Charges?

How Many MPs Face Criminal Charges?

Rediff.com4 Sep 2025

46 per cent of MPs facing criminal charges and 31 per cent serious cases.

WI pace attack has variety to trouble India: Sammy

WI pace attack has variety to trouble India: Sammy

Rediff.com19 Sep 2025

Head Coach Sammy wants Windies to emulate NZ in their upcoming two-Test tour of India.

Happy 75th Birthday Jimmy! The Ultimate Comeback Man!

Happy 75th Birthday Jimmy! The Ultimate Comeback Man!

Rediff.com24 Sep 2025

Mohinder Amarnath will always be remembered as a giant-hearted cricketer who stood tall against the fiercest attacks, carried the bruises with pride, and turned every setback into a comeback.

India Vs Sri Lanka: What India Could Try

India Vs Sri Lanka: What India Could Try

Rediff.com25 Sep 2025

To defend their Asia Cup title, India must improve catching and find a steady middle order. Friday's dead rubber is a good chance to try these out.

The Man Who Captures Vultures On Camera

The Man Who Captures Vultures On Camera

Rediff.com1 Oct 2025

Like the dinosaurs, vultures face extinction. From 40 million 33 years ago, only 35,000 to 45,000 vultures remain in India.

Jitesh or Samson? India weigh middle-order dilemma

Jitesh or Samson? India weigh middle-order dilemma

Rediff.com25 Sep 2025

Against Bangladesh, Samson wasn't even considered good enough to come inside the top seven of the line-up and that begs a question as to what is he doing in the team if he isn't good enough to come ahead of Axar Patel.

Trump's visa crackdown: H-1B holders urged to return or face curbs

Trump's visa crackdown: H-1B holders urged to return or face curbs

Rediff.com20 Sep 2025

Immigration attorneys and companies are advising H-1B visa holders to return to the US immediately due to concerns over President Trump's plan to impose a USD 100,000 fee on the work visas.

HC slams multiple marriages by Kerala man surviving on begging

HC slams multiple marriages by Kerala man surviving on begging

Rediff.com20 Sep 2025

The Kerala High Court has stated it cannot accept multiple marriages of a Muslim man when he cannot maintain his wives, especially when one seeks maintenance. The court's observation came during a case where a woman sought maintenance from her husband who survives by begging.

'I Love Muhammad' campaign: Cleric among 39 held after violence

'I Love Muhammad' campaign: Cleric among 39 held after violence

Rediff.com27 Sep 2025

In a major crackdown, police arrested 39 people, including local cleric Tauqeer Raza Khan, in connection with the violence during the 'I love Muhammad' campaign after Friday prayers in Bareilly, while authorities suspended internet service in the district for 48 hours beginning Saturday.

UK, Canada, Australia recognise Palestine state

UK, Canada, Australia recognise Palestine state

Rediff.com21 Sep 2025

The UK formally recognized the state of Palestine, with Prime Minister Keir Starmer emphasizing the need to revive hope for peace and a two-state solution in the Israel-Hamas conflict. The announcement comes amid growing international pressure for a ceasefire and a resolution to the crisis in Gaza.

Modi's Visit: 'Manipuris Are Disappointed'

Modi's Visit: 'Manipuris Are Disappointed'

Rediff.com16 Sep 2025

'No one anticipated magical solutions or miraculous interventions.' 'However, people across the entire spectrum -- whether residing in the valley or the hills -- expected the prime minister to dedicate at least five to ten minutes to genuinely listening to the voice of the people.'

Govt keen to make India's auto sector No.1 globally: Gadkari

Govt keen to make India's auto sector No.1 globally: Gadkari

Rediff.com15 Sep 2025

The government is working to make India's automobile industry number one in the world within five years, Union Minister Nitin Gadkari said on Monday. Inaugurating the 'International Value Summit 2025', Gadkari said the automobile sector pays maximum GST revenue to the government and generates employment opportunities.

Don't Provoke Abhishek Sharma!

Don't Provoke Abhishek Sharma!

Rediff.com22 Sep 2025

'The way Abhishek and Shubman bat, it is like fire and ice.'

H-1B fee: Indian industry to spruce up local US hiring, says Nasscom

H-1B fee: Indian industry to spruce up local US hiring, says Nasscom

Rediff.com22 Sep 2025

Nasscom on Monday said the US clarification that the H-1B visa fee hike will not affect current visa holders and will apply as a one-time fee only to fresh petitions has helped address the immediate ambiguity surrounding eligibility and timelines.

Delhi CM attacker's friend who transferred money detained

Delhi CM attacker's friend who transferred money detained

Rediff.com22 Aug 2025

Rekha Gupta was attacked by Rajkot resident Rajesh Khimji at her Civil Lines residence on Wednesday during Jan Sunwai.

Mandhana's blazing 125 can't save India in ODI decider

Mandhana's blazing 125 can't save India in ODI decider

Rediff.com20 Sep 2025

Smriti Mandhana's second-fastest hundred in women's ODIs went in vain as India's quest for a world-record chase in the series-deciding third game against Australia ended in a 43-run defeat, in New Delhi on Saturday.

Man, spotted chatting with girl, beaten to death in Maha

Man, spotted chatting with girl, beaten to death in Maha

Rediff.com14 Aug 2025

Police suspect an old enmity led to the murder of Suleiman Khan, who was preparing for the police recruitment exam.

Cost of H-1B fee hike? $500 mn for 5,000 new filings

Cost of H-1B fee hike? $500 mn for 5,000 new filings

Rediff.com22 Sep 2025

The magnitude of the new H-1B visa application fee for fresh petitions - math of which works out to USD 500 million in case of 5,000 filings - may nudge IT companies to expand offshore delivery or increase local hiring, according to Motilal Oswal Financial Services.

Vijay Or EPS: Who Will Fill Anti-DMK Space?

Vijay Or EPS: Who Will Fill Anti-DMK Space?

Rediff.com23 Sep 2025

The two weeks that EPS took fending off the Sengottaiyan rebellion has since become lost time for the AIADMK as that was also the time Vijay took to go all-out against Stalin and the DMK, observes N Sathiya Moorthy.

New H-1B visa fee not for existing holders, clarifies US

New H-1B visa fee not for existing holders, clarifies US

Rediff.com21 Sep 2025

The Donald Trump administration has clarified that the new $100,000 fee for H-1B visas does not apply to current visa holders and is a one-time payment only for new petitions.

7 die, 13 missing during Ganesh idol immersions in Maha, MP

7 die, 13 missing during Ganesh idol immersions in Maha, MP

Rediff.com7 Sep 2025

Several drownings and missing persons reported across Maharashtra during the immersion of Ganesh idols following the Ganesh festival.

Under-par Babar, Rizwan demoted, no players in elite list

Under-par Babar, Rizwan demoted, no players in elite list

Rediff.com19 Aug 2025

This year's roster sees ten players each placed in Categories B, C, and D. Notably, no player has been selected for Category A in this cycle, the PCB said in a statement.