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IPL 2026: 'Give youngsters a chance': Gavaskar tells MI

IPL 2026: 'Give youngsters a chance': Gavaskar tells MI

Rediff.com14 May 2026

Sunil Gavaskar suggests Mumbai Indians should give younger players opportunities after being eliminated from playoff contention, to assess their potential for the next season.

Planning A Beach Vacay? Manushi Chhillar Will Help You Pack

Planning A Beach Vacay? Manushi Chhillar Will Help You Pack

Rediff.com15 May 2026

Manushi Chhillar has mastered the art of looking like she permanently lives on a luxury island vacation.

'MS Has Had A Big Influence': Fleming On Dhoni's Role At CSK In IPL 2026

'MS Has Had A Big Influence': Fleming On Dhoni's Role At CSK In IPL 2026

Rediff.com19 May 2026

Stephen Fleming says MS Dhoni continues to influence Chennai Super Kings despite missing IPL 2026 through injury, while conceding that CSK is paying the price for missed chances under pressure.

West Bengal BJP Promises Investors A Fearless Environment

West Bengal BJP Promises Investors A Fearless Environment

Rediff.com12 May 2026

West Bengal BJP president Samik Bhattacharya advocated a new land policy to facilitate large-scale industrialisation and assured investors of a 'fearless' environment in the state.

Bhojshala a Saraswati temple, rules HC; suggests alternate land for mosque

Bhojshala a Saraswati temple, rules HC; suggests alternate land for mosque

Rediff.com16 May 2026

The Madhya Pradesh High Court has declared the disputed Bhojshala complex in Dhar to be a temple dedicated to Goddess Saraswati, suggesting the Muslim community seek land elsewhere for a mosque.

Speeding Truck Causes Fatal Accident On Delhi-Dehradun Highway

Speeding Truck Causes Fatal Accident On Delhi-Dehradun Highway

Rediff.com58 minutes ago

A speeding truck collided with a motorcycle on the Delhi-Dehradun National Highway in Muzaffarnagar, resulting in the deaths of three persons, including a woman and a child. Police have seized the truck and are searching for the driver who fled the scene, while also working to identify the victims.

Veer Ahlawat Sets Course Record, Shares Lead At Swiss Challenge

Veer Ahlawat Sets Course Record, Shares Lead At Swiss Challenge

Rediff.com13 minutes ago

Indian golfer Veer Ahlawat fired a stunning 10-under 61, setting a course record in the second round of the Swiss Challenge, and now shares the lead at 12-under par with Mathew Southgate. Ahlawat's bogey-free round included six consecutive birdies on the back nine, positioning him strongly for the weekend.

Shreyas Iyer era begins as India captain

Shreyas Iyer era begins as India captain

Rediff.com11 minutes ago

Perhaps no other cricketer has gone through so much turbulence and transformation between December 3, 2023 and June 6, 2026 as Shreyas Iyer, who took over the reins of India's T20 team from Suryakumar Yadav on Saturday.

Rahul, Sudharsan power India to 209/2 at tea

Rahul, Sudharsan power India to 209/2 at tea

Rediff.com53 minutes ago

Sai Sudharsan and KL Rahul struck fluent half-centuries to put India in a commanding position at 209 for 2 at tea on Day 1 of the one-off Test against Afghanistan in Mullanpur on Saturday.

Jaiswal replaces injured Kohli for Afghanistan ODIs

Jaiswal replaces injured Kohli for Afghanistan ODIs

Rediff.com32 minutes ago

Yashasvi Jaiswal has replaced injured Virat Kohli in India's ODI squad for the Afghanistan series, with selectors hopeful the veteran batter will recover in time for the England tour next month.

Mahant Brutally Murdered In Kota Over Trust Dispute

Mahant Brutally Murdered In Kota Over Trust Dispute

Rediff.com45 minutes ago

A 35-year-old Mahant of Chandrasel Math in Kota was brutally stabbed to death by unidentified assailants. Police suspect the motive behind the murder is a dispute over the ownership of the Math's trust and the Mahant's position. Religious leaders and family members are refusing to perform last rites until the culprits are apprehended, drawing condemnation from the Leader of Opposition.

Want To Study In The UK With A Rs 9.6 Lakh Sports Scholarship?

Want To Study In The UK With A Rs 9.6 Lakh Sports Scholarship?

Rediff.com18 May 2026

The University of Gloucestershire is looking for international student-athletes for funded study and training opportunities in the UK.

Norway Chess: Why beating Carlsen meant so much to Praggnanandhaa

Norway Chess: Why beating Carlsen meant so much to Praggnanandhaa

Rediff.com35 minutes ago

R Praggnanandhaa described his Norway Chess triumph as the biggest achievement of his career, emphasising that defeating some of the world's strongest players - including the great Magnus Carlsen - made the title particularly memorable.

How A Patent Workshop Is Helping Researchers And Startups

How A Patent Workshop Is Helping Researchers And Startups

Rediff.com13 May 2026

A one-day patent workshop was held at CSIR-NIIST to promote intellectual property awareness and equip researchers and startups with essential knowledge in patent filing and innovation.

Sooryavanshi shatters Sachin's record: India call-up at just 15

Sooryavanshi shatters Sachin's record: India call-up at just 15

Rediff.com1 hour ago

15-year-old batting prodigy Vaibhav Sooryavanshi has received his first call-up to the Indian national cricket team for the upcoming T20I series against Ireland and England, following a stellar IPL 2026 season and an impressive U19 World Cup performance.

Suryakumar dropped! Shreyas Iyer India's new T20 captain

Suryakumar dropped! Shreyas Iyer India's new T20 captain

Rediff.com1 hour ago

Shreyas Iyer has been named India's new T20I captain, replacing Suryakumar Yadav signalling a new era for Indian T20I cricket.

Delhi Police Arrest Murder Accused After Exchange Of Fire

Delhi Police Arrest Murder Accused After Exchange Of Fire

Rediff.com2 hours ago

An absconding murder accused, Rihan, was arrested in northeast Delhi's Welcome area after a brief exchange of fire with police. Rihan, who was wanted in a murder case and involved in six other criminal cases, fired at police officers before being shot in the leg and apprehended. A pistol and ammunition were recovered, and Rihan admitted his involvement in the murder due to a dispute.

Two Arrested For Fatal Stabbing In Northwest Delhi

Two Arrested For Fatal Stabbing In Northwest Delhi

Rediff.com2 hours ago

A man was fatally stabbed during a quarrel in northwest Delhi's Shalimar Bagh. Police have arrested two individuals, Saurabh alias Tola and Sachin alias Chiddi, who were attempting to flee. The accused have prior criminal records, and investigations are ongoing to determine the motive.

Mattannur Shuhaib Murder: Court Dismisses Accused's Transfer Plea

Mattannur Shuhaib Murder: Court Dismisses Accused's Transfer Plea

Rediff.com3 hours ago

A court in Kerala dismissed a petition filed by the accused in the Mattannur Shuhaib murder case, seeking to transfer the trial to another court. The Thalassery Additional Sessions Court also rejected a separate plea to stay the trial proceedings in the high-profile 2018 murder case of Youth Congress leader S P Shuhaib.

Lalu, Rabri's security cover withdrawn, RJD men guard home

Lalu, Rabri's security cover withdrawn, RJD men guard home

Rediff.com45 minutes ago

RJD spokesperson Shakti Yadav staged a protest outside Rabri Devi's residence after the Bihar government downgraded the security cover for the Lalu Prasad family. The RJD alleges this is an insult and a threat, while the ruling NDA maintains the decision is based on standard security protocols and should be respected. The move follows the allotment of Rabri Devi's long-occupied bungalow to a BJP minister.

PM Modi Hails Praggnanandhaa's Landmark Norway Chess Win

PM Modi Hails Praggnanandhaa's Landmark Norway Chess Win

Rediff.com1 hour ago

Indian Grandmaster R Praggnanandhaa has made history by becoming the first Indian to win the prestigious Norway Chess tournament, a feat that included defeating world No. 1 Magnus Carlsen twice. Prime Minister Narendra Modi congratulated him on this significant achievement.

Court Reserves Order On Bail Plea For Ex-CM's Gunmen

Court Reserves Order On Bail Plea For Ex-CM's Gunmen

Rediff.com1 hour ago

An Alappuzha court has reserved its order on the anticipatory bail petitions of three gunmen of former Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan, who are accused in an assault case involving Youth Congress workers during the Nava Kerala Sadas programme in December 2023. The incident led to the formation of a Special Investigation Team (SIT) by the new UDF government.

Fully prepared to sacrifice...: CJP's Abhijeet Dipke seeks Pradhan's resignation

Fully prepared to sacrifice...: CJP's Abhijeet Dipke seeks Pradhan's resignation

Rediff.com2 hours ago

Abhijeet Dipke, founder of the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP), led a protest at Jantar Mantar, demanding Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation over alleged irregularities in examinations and recruitment tests, while criticising the government for focusing on their social media activity instead of addressing their demands.

Mamata Banerjee's Court Visit A 'Political Gimmick', Says BJP Leader

Mamata Banerjee's Court Visit A 'Political Gimmick', Says BJP Leader

Rediff.com14 May 2026

A senior BJP leader has dismissed West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee's court appearance as a political gimmick, accusing her of seeking public attention after her party's electoral defeat. Banerjee appeared in court regarding alleged post-poll violence.

Mollywood Times Review: Love-Hate Letter To Cinema!

Mollywood Times Review: Love-Hate Letter To Cinema!

Rediff.com3 hours ago

If you enjoy dark comedies, have even a passing understanding of the film industry, or simply recognise the absurdities of the world around you, then Mollywood Times emerges as one of the sharpest and most compelling love-hate letters written to Malayalam cinema, applauds Sreeju Sudhakaran.

Four Women Now Lead High Courts

Four Women Now Lead High Courts

Rediff.com3 hours ago

There has never been a woman Chief Justice of India, although Justice B V Nagarathna is expected to become the first -- in 2027 if the convention of seniority is followed.

Nagpur Police Official Faces Notice Over Missing NEET Suicide Note

Nagpur Police Official Faces Notice Over Missing NEET Suicide Note

Rediff.com5 hours ago

A police official in Nagpur has been issued a show cause notice for allegedly failing to attach the suicide note of a female NEET aspirant, Akanksha Chaturvedi, to the case papers. Chaturvedi, 18, died by suicide after the NEET-UG exam was cancelled due to paper leak allegations, expressing fears about a retest in her note. The incident has drawn national attention, and an inquiry into the police lapse is underway.

Police Investigate Tragic Deaths Of Father And Son In Delhi

Police Investigate Tragic Deaths Of Father And Son In Delhi

Rediff.com3 hours ago

Police in northeast Delhi's Jyoti Nagar are investigating the deaths of a 54-year-old man, found hanging, and his 13-year-old son, found dead in the same room. Forensic teams have collected evidence, and post-mortem examinations are underway to determine the cause of death.

Who is Manav Suthar? India's new Test debutant

Who is Manav Suthar? India's new Test debutant

Rediff.com4 hours ago

Rajasthan all-rounder Manav Suthar has made his Test debut for India against Afghanistan in Mullanpur, becoming the 319th player to represent the country in Test cricket.

Did Michael Show The Whole Truth?

Did Michael Show The Whole Truth?

Rediff.com3 hours ago

The Michael Jackson biopic Michael has achieved remarkable box office success, grossing over $700 million worldwide, yet it sparks debate over the power of fandom versus the need for a truthful depiction of an artist's controversial life.

India Women Rout Korea; Win Women's Under-18 Asia Cup Hockey Bronze

India Women Rout Korea; Win Women's Under-18 Asia Cup Hockey Bronze

Rediff.com3 hours ago

The Indian women's U18 hockey team secured the bronze medal at the Asia Cup, defeating Korea 3-0.

How Delhi Customs Foiled Rs 2.1 Crore Hydroponic Weed Smuggling Bid

How Delhi Customs Foiled Rs 2.1 Crore Hydroponic Weed Smuggling Bid

Rediff.com51 minutes ago

Customs officials at Delhi's IGI Airport seized over 6 kg of hydroponic weed, valued at Rs 2.1 crore, from an Indian passenger arriving from Bangkok. The high-potency cannabis was found during baggage screening, leading to a case under the NDPS Act.

'The Way You Buy Is Going To Change'

'The Way You Buy Is Going To Change'

Rediff.com3 hours ago

'Today, we see people go on ChatGPT to ask 'can you plan my holiday' and then they have to go outside of the ChatGPT window to make all the bookings and so how can we complete that really high-intent use case that a user has come to ChatGPT with and help them complete that all the way within the chat GPT window.'

Praggnanandhaa scripts history, becomes first Indian to win Norway Chess title

Praggnanandhaa scripts history, becomes first Indian to win Norway Chess title

Rediff.com4 hours ago

Grandmaster R Praggnanandhaa has made history by becoming the first Indian to win the prestigious Norway Chess title.

Night Traffic Ban Imposed In Dudhwa Tiger Reserve

Night Traffic Ban Imposed In Dudhwa Tiger Reserve

Rediff.com4 hours ago

The Dudhwa Tiger Reserve administration has implemented a dusk-to-dawn ban on vehicular traffic on the Dudhwa-Gauriphanta road to protect wildlife, following a Supreme Court mandate. Emergency vehicles are exempt, and an alternative route is available.

India can return to over 7% growth path in FY28: CEA

India can return to over 7% growth path in FY28: CEA

Rediff.com2 hours ago

Chief Economic Advisor V Anantha Nageswaran stated that India's economy is projected to return to a 7 per cent-plus growth trajectory by 2027-28 (FY28), or sooner if external conditions improve, despite near-term challenges from the West Asia crisis.

Cockroach party founder Dipke arrives in Delhi, urges peaceful protest

Cockroach party founder Dipke arrives in Delhi, urges peaceful protest

Rediff.com5 hours ago

Abhijeet Dipke, founder of the online movement Cockroach Janta Party (CJP), arrived in Delhi on Saturday ahead of a planned demonstration at Jantar Mantar, and urged supporters to maintain discipline and ensure that the protest remains peaceful.

Why Zverev is happy to face Cobolli in French Open final

Why Zverev is happy to face Cobolli in French Open final

Rediff.com5 hours ago

Alexander Zverev's French Open final against Flavio Cobolli will carry a personal twist, after their friendship grew at the Laver Cup and the support of the Italian's father in difficult moments on tour deepened ties heading into Sunday's showdown.

FIFA World Cup: Iran's players granted visas to enter the US

FIFA World Cup: Iran's players granted visas to enter the US

Rediff.com6 hours ago

Iran's World Cup football team has finally received visas to enter the United States, just days before their first match in Los Angeles.

How Srinagar Police Are Cracking Down On Drug Trafficking

How Srinagar Police Are Cracking Down On Drug Trafficking

Rediff.com3 hours ago

Srinagar police have attached properties worth approximately Rs 3.5 crore belonging to two alleged drug peddlers as part of an ongoing crackdown on drug trafficking and efforts to seize assets acquired through illegal narcotics trade under the 'Nasha Mukt Jammu and Kashmir Abhiyan'. The attached properties include residential houses and land, with owners prohibited from any transactions pending legal proceedings.