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T20 World Cup Viewership Breaks Broadcasting Records

T20 World Cup Viewership Breaks Broadcasting Records

Rediff.com9 hours ago

The ongoing T20 World Cup has broken all broadcasting records with viewership surpassing 500 million, the highest ever in the tournament's history, according to ICC chairman Jay Shah.

Iran claims 'complete control' of Strait of Hormuz

Iran claims 'complete control' of Strait of Hormuz

Rediff.com11 hours ago

Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) claims control of the Strait of Hormuz and reports striking a US destroyer, escalating tensions in the Middle East following retaliatory strikes between Iran, the US, and Israel.

Man Allegedly Murders Parents, Grandmother and Sister Over Money Dispute

Man Allegedly Murders Parents, Grandmother and Sister Over Money Dispute

Rediff.com2 days ago

A man in Uttar Pradesh, India, is accused of hacking to death four family members following a dispute over money. Police have arrested the suspect, while a family member alleges a different person committed the crime.

Businessman Gets Bail in Son's Fatal Car Accident Case

Businessman Gets Bail in Son's Fatal Car Accident Case

Rediff.com14 minutes ago

A Mumbai court granted bail to a businessman whose minor son was involved in a fatal car accident. The court cited a lack of evidence suggesting the father knew his son had taken the car.

13 dropped catches! Can India fix fielding before T20 World Cup semis?

13 dropped catches! Can India fix fielding before T20 World Cup semis?

Rediff.com5 hours ago

Indian bowling coach Morne Morkel has addressed the team's fielding struggles during the ongoing T20 World Cup, highlighting the need for improvement ahead of their semi-final clash against England.

Watch: Step Inside Sonakshi-Zaheer's Home

Watch: Step Inside Sonakshi-Zaheer's Home

Rediff.com6 hours ago

In yet another beautiful episode of Asian Paints' Where the Heart Is Season 9, we get to step inside yet another gorgeous celebrity home. And this time, It's Sonakshi Sinha's spacious, sea-facing Mumbai penthouse, which she shares with husband Zaheer Iqbal.

'If I Go To Iran They Will Kill Me'

'If I Go To Iran They Will Kill Me'

Rediff.com5 hours ago

India-based Iranian actresses Mandana Karimi and Elnaz Norouzi share their deep concerns and anxieties about the escalating crisis in Iran, and reveal the personal toll on their lives and the Iranian diaspora.

Meta Flags DPDP Compliance Timeline Concerns

Meta Flags DPDP Compliance Timeline Concerns

Rediff.com5 hours ago

'We do have some concerns with the timeline being shortened from 18 to 12 months.'

T20 World Cup: Team India postpones practice session in view of lunar eclipse

T20 World Cup: Team India postpones practice session in view of lunar eclipse

Rediff.com1 days ago

Team India, gearing up to take on England in the semifinal of the T20 World Cup on Thursday, have changed the timing of their practice session on Tuesday because of a lunar eclipse, according to a report in Indian Express.

Dentist Arrested in Inter-State Egg Smuggling Racket

Dentist Arrested in Inter-State Egg Smuggling Racket

Rediff.com24 minutes ago

Police in Thane have arrested a dentist from Nashik for allegedly facilitating illegal surrogate mother contracts and egg smuggling at an IVF facility. The arrest is part of an ongoing investigation into an inter-state racket involving the exploitation of women for egg donation.

One-time costs drag TaMo CV net profit; wholesales rise 20%

One-time costs drag TaMo CV net profit; wholesales rise 20%

Rediff.com30 Jan 2026

Tata Motors' commercial-vehicle (CV) business reported a 48 per cent year-on-year decline in net profit to Rs 705 crore in Q3FY26, even as profit before tax (PBT) rose 65 per cent to Rs 2,568 crore.

How Shabana Azmi Celebrates Holi This Year

How Shabana Azmi Celebrates Holi This Year

Rediff.com1 days ago

'Javed (Akhtar) and I are inviting only very close friends for Holi this time.'

F1: Who is Arvid Lindblad?

F1: Who is Arvid Lindblad?

Rediff.com1 days ago

Meet the Indian-origin driver to race at Formula One this season.

India Face Vietnam in AFC Women's Asian Cup Opener

India Face Vietnam in AFC Women's Asian Cup Opener

Rediff.com1 days ago

India face Vietnam in their opening match of the AFC Women's Asian Cup, with concerns over India's lack of international game time.

RBI Processes 99.8% of Applications Under Citizen's Charter Within Timeline

RBI Processes 99.8% of Applications Under Citizen's Charter Within Timeline

Rediff.com2 days ago

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) announced that it processed 99.8% of applications within the prescribed timeline under its Citizen's Charter in February, demonstrating high efficiency in its operations.

Getafe shock Real Madrid, open up LaLiga title race

Getafe shock Real Madrid, open up LaLiga title race

Rediff.com1 days ago

Getafe secured a surprising 1-0 victory against Real Madrid in LaLiga, courtesy of Martin Satriano's stunning volley, leaving Barcelona with a four-point lead at the top of the table.

Unscramble The Peddi Jigsaw Puzzle

Unscramble The Peddi Jigsaw Puzzle

Rediff.com7 hours ago

Peddi, starring Ram Charan and Janhvi Kapoor, is a Telugu-language sports action drama, written and directed by Buchi Babu Sana.

EPL: Wolves Stun Liverpool as Everton, Sunderland Claim Key Wins

EPL: Wolves Stun Liverpool as Everton, Sunderland Claim Key Wins

Rediff.com14 hours ago

Wolverhampton Wanderers stun Liverpool 2-1 with a 94th-minute winner to revive survival hopes and dent the Reds' top-five push, while Everton and Sunderland claim crucial Premier League victories.

Karnataka Govt to Probe KPSC Exam Irregularities

Karnataka Govt to Probe KPSC Exam Irregularities

Rediff.com4 hours ago

Karnataka Minister G Parameshwara announced the government will investigate alleged irregularities in the KPSC Mains examination and selection process following complaints of unfair practices.

T20 World Cup: England bank on unity, belief, says Brook ahead of India semifinal

T20 World Cup: England bank on unity, belief, says Brook ahead of India semifinal

Rediff.com3 hours ago

England's captain, Harry Brook, emphasises the importance of unity, belief, and composure under pressure as the team prepares for their T20 World Cup semifinal clash against India.

T20 World Cup semifinal: Managing to scrape along is sign of a good side, says Harry Brook

T20 World Cup semifinal: Managing to scrape along is sign of a good side, says Harry Brook

Rediff.com1 days ago

England captain Harry Brook expresses confidence in his team's ability to defeat India in the T20 World Cup semifinal, highlighting their resilience and the potential of their top-order batters.

Karnataka Govt to Probe KPSC Exam Irregularities

Karnataka Govt to Probe KPSC Exam Irregularities

Rediff.com4 hours ago

The Karnataka government has promised to investigate alleged irregularities in the KPSC Mains examination and selection process following complaints of unfair practices.

Karnataka CM Asks Modi to Ensure Safety of Indians in Middle East

Karnataka CM Asks Modi to Ensure Safety of Indians in Middle East

Rediff.com2 days ago

Karnataka's Chief Minister Siddaramaiah has requested Prime Minister Narendra Modi to take measures to protect Indian citizens in the Middle East due to escalating geopolitical tensions, including initiating evacuation plans and enhancing diplomatic efforts.

Iranian missile hits Israeli town, 9 killed

Iranian missile hits Israeli town, 9 killed

Rediff.com2 days ago

An Iranian missile strike targeted the town of Beit Shemesh, located west of Jerusalem, resulting in significant casualties and structural devastation, as reported by Al Jazeera. The strike caused extensive damage earlier Sunday to several buildings, with one structure completely collapsing under the impact.

Why Afghanistan And Pakistan Are At War

Why Afghanistan And Pakistan Are At War

Rediff.com14 hours ago

Afghans have deep self-respect and are the last people to put up with humiliation. Is it any surprise that relations between Afghanistan and Pakistan have touched an all-time low and the two countries are now at war? asks M R Narayan Swamy.

Attacker who stabbed YouTuber Salim Wastik killed in encounter

Attacker who stabbed YouTuber Salim Wastik killed in encounter

Rediff.com2 days ago

An accused wanted in connection with the alleged stabbing of a YouTuber died after being injured in an encounter with the police in the Loni area of Ghaziabad.

First-time luxury buyers power BMW to record sales

First-time luxury buyers power BMW to record sales

Rediff.com19 Jan 2026

The share of first-time luxury customers in BMW's portfolio has risen sharply -- from around 43 per cent in 2024 to nearly 49 per cent in 2025. In some models, the figure is even higher.

Formula One enters a new era. Here's what you need to know

Formula One enters a new era. Here's what you need to know

Rediff.com2 days ago

New cars, new engines, change in qualifying, one rookie are among the many updates from the 2026 F1 season.

It's official: Merger talks between NCP factions over

It's official: Merger talks between NCP factions over

Rediff.com6 hours ago

Senior NCP (SP) leader Jayant Patil has ruled out the possibility of a merger between the two factions of the Nationalist Congress Party, stating that talks ceased following the death of Ajit Pawar.

Kumble hints at India's hidden T20 World Cup advantage

Kumble hints at India's hidden T20 World Cup advantage

Rediff.com5 days ago

Anil Kumble and Faf du Plessis analyze India's T20 World Cup strategy, highlighting the team's experimentation with part-time bowlers and potential vulnerabilities on flat pitches.

Pathan Urges Technical Fix for Abhishek Sharma

Pathan Urges Technical Fix for Abhishek Sharma

Rediff.com2 days ago

Former India all-rounder Irfan Pathan questions Abhishek Sharma's batting technique after his low score against West Indies, while praising Tilak Varma's crucial cameo in India's T20 World Cup Super 8 win.

Iran claims missile strike on US aircraft carrier Abraham Lincoln

Iran claims missile strike on US aircraft carrier Abraham Lincoln

Rediff.com3 days ago

The USS Abraham Lincoln has been operating in the Arabian Sea since the end of January.

Jasprit Bumrah: India's Big-Game Master, in a League of His Own

Jasprit Bumrah: India's Big-Game Master, in a League of His Own

Rediff.com2 days ago

Jasprit Bumrah's impact, precision and big-match temperament in the T20 World Cup draw comparisons with Sachin Tendulkar, as India's pace spearhead continues to shape games with unmatched control and cricketing intelligence.

My life was very important: Sindhu on missing All England tournament

My life was very important: Sindhu on missing All England tournament

Rediff.com1 days ago

Indian badminton star P V Sindhu describes her stressful experience being stranded in Dubai due to airspace closures, following explosions near the airport.

Mumbai Police Recruitment Exam Faces Tampering Allegations

Mumbai Police Recruitment Exam Faces Tampering Allegations

Rediff.com6 days ago

Two cases have been registered against four individuals for allegedly tampering with timing equipment during the physical tests for police recruitment in Mumbai.

Nitish allows son to join politics, RS nomination likely

Nitish allows son to join politics, RS nomination likely

Rediff.com1 days ago

Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar's son, Nishant Kumar, is set to enter politics, with a formal announcement expected from the JD(U). Party leaders express enthusiasm and anticipate a significant role for Nishant within the party.

Everday Heroine: 'No Matter What Happens At Home, I Have To Show Up'

Everday Heroine: 'No Matter What Happens At Home, I Have To Show Up'

Rediff.com10 hours ago

This Women's Day, meet Shanti, the woman who makes so many lives easier even though hers is anything but.

The Radhika Gupta Rediff Podcast The CEO Who Cried in a Boardroom. Then Built an Empire.

The Radhika Gupta Rediff Podcast The CEO Who Cried in a Boardroom. Then Built an Empire.

Rediff.com2 days ago

Meet Radhika Gupta, CEO and MD of Edelweiss Mutual Fund. One of the 20 global influencers on LinkedIn -- a list she shares with Prime Minister Narendra Modi. And perhaps one of the most candid and transparent voices in Indian finance today.

Modi condemns Iran attacks on Bahrain, Saudi; calls for restoring peace

Modi condemns Iran attacks on Bahrain, Saudi; calls for restoring peace

Rediff.com2 days ago

Prime Minister Narendra Modi spoke with the King of Bahrain and the Crown Prince of Saudi Arabia, condemning recent attacks on both countries and emphasising the importance of regional peace and stability.

T20 World Cup semifinal: India, England won't have any secrets to throw at each other: Curran

T20 World Cup semifinal: India, England won't have any secrets to throw at each other: Curran

Rediff.com1 days ago

Sam Curran says England are aiming for a 'perfect game' against India in their T20 World Cup semifinal clash, highlighting the familiarity between the two teams and the importance of adaptability in diverse conditions.