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China-Japan row erupts over Taiwan remarks, envoy's threat

China-Japan row erupts over Taiwan remarks, envoy's threat

Rediff.com10 Nov 2025

A Chinese diplomat's aggressive comments threatening the Japanese Prime Minister over remarks about Taiwan have ignited a diplomatic row between China and Japan.

Shiv Sena-BJP tussle heats up ahead of Maha local polls

Shiv Sena-BJP tussle heats up ahead of Maha local polls

Rediff.com24 Nov 2025

Shiv Sena leader Shahajibapu Patil accuses the BJP of undermining him politically by supporting his rival in Sangola during the Maharashtra assembly elections. He claims the BJP helped PWP candidate Babasaheb Deshmukh despite his support for the BJP in the Lok Sabha election.

EPL: Eze's hat-trick sends Arsenal six points clear

EPL: Eze's hat-trick sends Arsenal six points clear

Rediff.com24 Nov 2025

Eberechi Eze scored a majestic hat-trick as Arsenal trounced north London rivals Tottenham Hotspur 4-1 to open up a commanding six-point lead.

Zubeen's death 'plain and simple murder': Assam CM in assembly

Zubeen's death 'plain and simple murder': Assam CM in assembly

Rediff.com25 Nov 2025

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma said in the assembly on Tuesday that singer Zubeen Garg's death while swimming in the sea in Singapore is a case of 'plain and simple murder'.

Severed hand found near Red Fort blast site; toll rises to 13

Severed hand found near Red Fort blast site; toll rises to 13

Rediff.com13 Nov 2025

A severed hand was found on the roof of a shop near the Red Fort blast site on Thursday morning, police said.

PIX: Arsenal stun Bayern Munich, go top; PSV whip Liverpool

PIX: Arsenal stun Bayern Munich, go top; PSV whip Liverpool

Rediff.com27 Nov 2025

A summary of Wednesday's action in the UEFA Champions League.

Karnataka power tussle: Is Shivakumar biding his time?

Karnataka power tussle: Is Shivakumar biding his time?

Rediff.com25 Nov 2025

The power tussle within the ruling party has intensified, amid speculation about chief minister change in the state, after the Congress government reached the halfway mark of its five-year term on November 20, citing an alleged "power-sharing" agreement involving CM Siddaramaiah and Shivakumar in 2023.

Women's ACL: East Bengal down Bam Khatoon in opener

Women's ACL: East Bengal down Bam Khatoon in opener

Rediff.com17 Nov 2025

The early strike set the tone for the remainder of the half as the Indian side dictated the tempo. Bam Khatoon's Sara Didar and Fatemeh Geraeli made some long-range efforts with no luck.

'That Was Some Knock...' Stokes In Awe Of Head Hundred

'That Was Some Knock...' Stokes In Awe Of Head Hundred

Rediff.com22 Nov 2025

England's Stokes praises Australia's Head, supports his own errant batters

Why Indians Are Enslaved To Toxic Bosses

Why Indians Are Enslaved To Toxic Bosses

Rediff.com6 Nov 2025

'I try to convince myself to stay calm, do my work and not let his behaviour get to me. Some days it works; most days, it doesn't.'

'A different man now': Khawaja on fiery McCullum

'A different man now': Khawaja on fiery McCullum

Rediff.com18 Nov 2025

Australia batter Usman Khawaja's first run-in with Brendon McCullum, during the 2011 Test series between Australia and New Zealand, was far from pleasant, as per Fox Cricket.

How India's Turning Pitch Gamble Backfired

How India's Turning Pitch Gamble Backfired

Rediff.com16 Nov 2025

India head coach Gautam Gambhir mounted a strong defence of the tough Eden Gardens pitch despite losing to South Africa in the first Test.

DGP asks police to probe how Al Falah became terror hideout

DGP asks police to probe how Al Falah became terror hideout

Rediff.com18 Nov 2025

Haryana DGP O P Singh visited Al Falah University in Faridabad to investigate security lapses after the discovery of a terror module linked to the university. The investigation follows a blast near the Red Fort and the busting of a 'white-collar' terror module.

Gill to stay back in Kolkata, doubtful for 2nd Test

Gill to stay back in Kolkata, doubtful for 2nd Test

Rediff.com17 Nov 2025

Team India skipper Shubman Gill is unlikely to feature in the second Test against South Africa, with Cricket Association of Bengal sources confirming that he is not travelling to Guwahati with the team on Wednesday.

'Am I Harmanpreet?' Bangla Captain Hits Out

'Am I Harmanpreet?' Bangla Captain Hits Out

Rediff.com18 Nov 2025

In a row that has rocked Bangladesh women's cricket, captain Nigar Sultana Joty has denied claims that she beat junior players, responding with a fiery defence that included a dig at India skipper Harmanpreet Kaur.

Sidda, Shivakumar land in Delhi amid cabinet reshuffle buzz

Sidda, Shivakumar land in Delhi amid cabinet reshuffle buzz

Rediff.com15 Nov 2025

Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah and Deputy CM D K Shivakumar visit New Delhi amid speculation about a cabinet reshuffle, meeting with Rahul Gandhi and fueling political buzz.

Dhankhar to make first public address after quitting as V-P

Dhankhar to make first public address after quitting as V-P

Rediff.com11 Nov 2025

Former vice president Jagdeep Dhankhar will address a book launch of an RSS leader in Bhopal on November 21, the organisers of the event said on Tuesday.

No Full-Stop To Govt Versus Governors Tussle

No Full-Stop To Govt Versus Governors Tussle

Rediff.com27 Nov 2025

The Supreme Court's opinion on the presidential reference can impact on any number of cases if and when governors, if not the President, take a literary view of the Supreme Court's 'ppinion' on their 'discretionary powers' without reference to the rider on 'reasonable time', points out N Sathiya Moorthy.

M&A financing the new frontier for banks, but RBI's watching

M&A financing the new frontier for banks, but RBI's watching

Rediff.com26 Nov 2025

Mint Road's proposals on banks' M&A funding are cautious even as entrants root for more elbow room, and weigh business models.

'Filthy kidney' accusers must debate me publicly: Lalu's daughter

'Filthy kidney' accusers must debate me publicly: Lalu's daughter

Rediff.com18 Nov 2025

RJD president Lalu Prasad's daughter Rohini Acharya has strongly criticized those who accused her of donating a 'filthy kidney' to her father and challenged them to an open debate. She also urged people to donate kidneys to those in need in Lalu Prasad's name.

Assam CIC quits over brother's link to Zubeen Garg's Death

Assam CIC quits over brother's link to Zubeen Garg's Death

Rediff.com6 Nov 2025

Assam Chief Information Commissioner Bhaskar Jyoti Mahanta resigned after an RTI request sought data on government funds given to his brother, who is linked to the death of singer Zubeen Garg. Mahanta cited his conscience and the need to avoid suspicion as reasons for his resignation.

'Nothing to hide': Trump makes U-turn on Epstein files

'Nothing to hide': Trump makes U-turn on Epstein files

Rediff.com17 Nov 2025

Trump said the Department of Justice had already released "tens of thousands" of pages linked to Epstein and argued that Democrats were trying to target Republican leaders while ignoring figures such as Bill Clinton and others he named.

Recognise This Sri Lankan Cricket Legend?

Recognise This Sri Lankan Cricket Legend?

Rediff.com7 Nov 2025

Wearing a red kurta, Arjun Ranatunga was barely recognisable from his cricketing days when he was known for his sturdy build and commanding presence on the field.

Bavuma explains the moment that broke India

Bavuma explains the moment that broke India

Rediff.com16 Nov 2025

South African captain Temba Bavuma mixed grit with humour after his team's shock win over India in Kolkata, celebrating his hard-fought fifty and the "small hands" catch that turned the match on its head.

Brazil blank Senegal in bad-tempered friendly

Brazil blank Senegal in bad-tempered friendly

Rediff.com16 Nov 2025

Brazil beat Senegal 2-0 in feisty friendly at the Emirates

21 injured as fire erupts at main venue of UN COP30 summit in Brazil

21 injured as fire erupts at main venue of UN COP30 summit in Brazil

Rediff.com21 Nov 2025

A fire broke out at the main venue of the ongoing United Nations COP30 Climate Summit in Brazil's Belem on Thursday, forcing thousands of people to run for safety.

'Bihar Doesn't Predict Outcomes In Bengal, UP'

'Bihar Doesn't Predict Outcomes In Bengal, UP'

Rediff.com25 Nov 2025

'The question for the TMC is not whether it can hold its bastions, but whether it can expand effectively into regions where the BJP already possesses a good ecosystem.'

India, Russia to ink pact for skilled migration during Putin's visit

India, Russia to ink pact for skilled migration during Putin's visit

Rediff.com11 Nov 2025

India and Russia are expected to sign a bilateral mobility agreement during President Vladimir Putin's visit to New Delhi, establishing a framework for legal migration, worker protection, and expansion of skilled Indian manpower in Russia.

PIX: Chelsea rout Barcelona, Leverkusen stun Manchester City

PIX: Chelsea rout Barcelona, Leverkusen stun Manchester City

Rediff.com26 Nov 2025

A round-up of Tuesday's action in the UEFA Champions League.

Not disclosing prior conviction can void election: SC

Not disclosing prior conviction can void election: SC

Rediff.com7 Nov 2025

The Supreme Court has ruled that non-disclosure of a conviction in a nomination form will lead to the disqualification of an elected candidate. The ruling came on an appeal filed by a former councillor who was unseated for failing to disclose her conviction in a case.

Terror groups targeting youth with no separatist affiliation

Terror groups targeting youth with no separatist affiliation

Rediff.com16 Nov 2025

Youths with no past criminal record or separatist affiliation are now preferred for recruitment by terror handlers in Jammu and Kashmir to stay under the radar of security forces, officials in the know say.

Missing Thackerays And A Bulldozer At Marathi School

Missing Thackerays And A Bulldozer At Marathi School

Rediff.com21 Nov 2025

If the Thackerays don't save a Marathi school in their backyard, who will, wonders Syed Firdaus Ashraf.

Ex-India pacer Prasad to run for KSCA presidency

Ex-India pacer Prasad to run for KSCA presidency

Rediff.com11 Nov 2025

Venkatesh Prasad to contest for KSCA president's post, Kumble, Srinath back ex-India pacer's panel

Noel Alexander, The Dancer Behind Kaantha

Noel Alexander, The Dancer Behind Kaantha

Rediff.com20 Nov 2025

From a reluctant engineering student to one of India's most loved viral choreographers, Noel Alexander's rise has been nothing short of cinematic.

Pant on what went wrong for India

Pant on what went wrong for India

Rediff.com16 Nov 2025

Vice-captain Rishabh Pant said India's batters should have adapted to the challenge of playing on a tricky pitch at the Eden Gardens in Kolkata.

We are expected to perform like robots: Haris Rauf

We are expected to perform like robots: Haris Rauf

Rediff.com12 Nov 2025

He had copped a two-match suspension during the previous series against South Africa for offensive gestures during the Asia Cup games against India that "brought the game into disrepute" in September.

Germany, Netherlands seal 2026 World Cup spots

Germany, Netherlands seal 2026 World Cup spots

Rediff.com18 Nov 2025

Germany secured a place at next year's World Cup by crushing Slovakia 6-0 in their final qualifier on Monday.

'Jaiswal's Approach Hard To Understand'

'Jaiswal's Approach Hard To Understand'

Rediff.com18 Nov 2025

'You saw Yashasvi Jaiswal start in the second innings, did you see the first three balls, the kind of shots that he attempted?'

South Africa shock India inside 3 days

South Africa shock India inside 3 days

Rediff.com16 Nov 2025

Simon Harmer picked up four wickets as South Africa staged an incredible fightback to shock India by 30 runs in a low-scoring first Test match.

Tharoor's remarks on Advani draw rebuke from Congress

Tharoor's remarks on Advani draw rebuke from Congress

Rediff.com9 Nov 2025

The Congress party has distanced itself from Shashi Tharoor's remarks praising BJP leader L.K. Advani, stating that Tharoor speaks for himself and that his continued membership in the CWC reflects the party's democratic spirit.