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The Rediff Podcast: Will Siddhant Bhatia Win A Grammy?

The Rediff Podcast: Will Siddhant Bhatia Win A Grammy?

Rediff.com31 Jan 2026

Watch Grammy nominee Siddhant Bhatia discuss his journey, and also perform from his Sounds Of Kumbha album.

T20 World Cup: Abhishek Sharma Flops Again!

T20 World Cup: Abhishek Sharma Flops Again!

Rediff.com3 days ago

Is Abhishek Sharma struggling to cope with the expectations of playing in a World Cup in front of home fans?

North East Insurgents Go High-Tech, Boost Arsenal

North East Insurgents Go High-Tech, Boost Arsenal

Rediff.com3 days ago

The same technologies that enable State forces to monitor and strike insurgent camps are now being mirrored by non-State actors with increasing sophistication.

Sensex gains 480 points as investors cheer US SC tariff verdict

Sensex gains 480 points as investors cheer US SC tariff verdict

Rediff.com2 days ago

Indian equity markets closed higher, driven by gains in PSU bank, auto, and financial stocks, following the US Supreme Court's decision on tariffs. Sensex climbed 479.95 points to 83,294.66, and Nifty advanced 141.75 points to 25,713.

T20 World Cup: 'Why Is Axar Sitting Out?'

T20 World Cup: 'Why Is Axar Sitting Out?'

Rediff.com3 days ago

India's loss to South Africa in the T20 World Cup Super 8s has sparked outrage among fans, who are questioning Coach Gautam Gambhir's decision to bench Axar Patel in favour of Washington Sundar.

English Premier League: Wolves and Sunderland condemn racial abuse of players

English Premier League: Wolves and Sunderland condemn racial abuse of players

Rediff.com2 days ago

Wolverhampton Wanderers and Sunderland have condemned the racial abuse directed at their players on social media following recent Premier League defeats.

English Premier League: Arsenal thrash Spurs; Liverpool grab late win at Forest

English Premier League: Arsenal thrash Spurs; Liverpool grab late win at Forest

Rediff.com3 days ago

Eberechi Eze timed his return to the Arsenal scoresheet to perfection with two goals in a 4-1 derby rout of Tottenham Hotspur.

Anushka's Joke Makes Kohli Laugh at Airport!

Anushka's Joke Makes Kohli Laugh at Airport!

Rediff.com3 days ago

Photographer Viral Bhayani captures candid moments of cricket stars Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma, and their families at Mumbai airport.

Budget Gets a New Address

Budget Gets a New Address

Rediff.com23 Jan 2026

Nirmala Sitharaman moved into her Kartavya Bhavan office on October 2, in time to get the work on the Budget 2026-2027 going.

Alia Bhatt Looks Stunning At BAFTA

Alia Bhatt Looks Stunning At BAFTA

Rediff.com3 days ago

'One of the things I love about cinema is that you don't have to have one language to truly enjoy cinema.'

ISL: NorthEast United hold Bengaluru FC; Mumbai City down Kerala Blasters

ISL: NorthEast United hold Bengaluru FC; Mumbai City down Kerala Blasters

Rediff.com3 days ago

Bengaluru FC and NorthEast United FC played a 1-1 draw in their Indian Super League match.

T20 World Cup: Super 8 shock: SA rips through India's lineup

T20 World Cup: Super 8 shock: SA rips through India's lineup

Rediff.com3 days ago

David Miller smashed a brilliant half-century while Marco Jansen picked up four wickets as South Africa thrashed India by 76 runs in the ICC T20 World Cup Super 8s match.

How SA ended India's 12-match T20 World Cup winning streak

How SA ended India's 12-match T20 World Cup winning streak

Rediff.com3 days ago

South Africa showcased their T20 World Cup title aspirations with a commanding 76-run victory over India in their Super Eight clash, fuelled by David Miller's explosive batting and a dominant bowling performance.

T20 World Cup: SKY blames batting collapse for India's humiliating loss

T20 World Cup: SKY blames batting collapse for India's humiliating loss

Rediff.com3 days ago

India faced a heavy defeat against South Africa in their T20 World Cup Super Eights opener after a batting collapse while chasing 188. Skipper Suryakumar Yadav admitted the failure to build partnerships cost them the game.

Notorious JeM commander among 3 Pak terrorists killed in Kishtwar

Notorious JeM commander among 3 Pak terrorists killed in Kishtwar

Rediff.com3 days ago

Security forces in Jammu and Kashmir's Kishtwar district killed two Pakistani terrorists affiliated with Jaish-e-Mohammad (JeM) in an encounter. One of the deceased is believed to be a notorious JeM commander, Saifullah, who had been active in the region for five years.

Former Assam Congress chief Bhupen Borah joins BJP

Former Assam Congress chief Bhupen Borah joins BJP

Rediff.com3 days ago

Former Assam Congress chief Bhupen Kumar Borah joined the BJP, marking a significant political shift ahead of the upcoming Assam assembly polls.

Pan-India LeT module busted, 7 Bangladeshis among 8 held

Pan-India LeT module busted, 7 Bangladeshis among 8 held

Rediff.com3 days ago

In a major counter-terror operation spanning three states, the Delhi Police has dismantled a Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT) module comprising eight operatives, including seven Bangladeshi nationals who had illegally entered India and procured forged identity documents, an official said on Sunday.

Pak-backed drug cartel busted in Punjab; soldier, ex-cop among 6 held

Pak-backed drug cartel busted in Punjab; soldier, ex-cop among 6 held

Rediff.com3 days ago

Punjab Police have dismantled a heroin trafficking network, arresting six individuals including an Army man and a dismissed police personnel. The operation uncovered links to Pakistan-based smugglers using drones to deliver heroin.

Pak bombs terror camps in Afghanistan, claims to kill 70

Pak bombs terror camps in Afghanistan, claims to kill 70

Rediff.com3 days ago

Pakistan launched a military operation targeting terrorist hideouts in Afghanistan following a series of attacks, including a suicide bombing that killed Pakistani soldiers. The action comes after repeated calls for the Afghan Taliban to prevent terrorists from using Afghan soil to launch attacks against Pakistan.

'Sex worker, sell momos': NE women face racial abuse in Delhi

'Sex worker, sell momos': NE women face racial abuse in Delhi

Rediff.com3 days ago

Three women from Arunachal Pradesh living in Delhi allege they were subjected to racial slurs and harassment by their neighbors following a minor dispute over dust from an AC installation.

Ranji Trophy Final: Don't Take Jammu And Kashmir Lightly: Former Captain Vinay Kumar Warns Karnataka

Ranji Trophy Final: Don't Take Jammu And Kashmir Lightly: Former Captain Vinay Kumar Warns Karnataka

Rediff.com3 days ago

Former India pacer R Vinay Kumar said the enviable batting riches in their line-up will give Karnataka a huge upper hand over maiden entrants Jammu and Kashmir in the Ranji Trophy final.

2 sisters die hours before wedding, suspicion prompts cops to halt funeral

2 sisters die hours before wedding, suspicion prompts cops to halt funeral

Rediff.com3 days ago

Two sisters in Jodhpur's Manai village, who were set to be married, died on the same day, allegedly after consuming a poisonous substance. The incident occurred amidst wedding preparations, plunging the family into mourning.

NCP-SP skips MVA meet ahead of Maharashtra Budget Session

NCP-SP skips MVA meet ahead of Maharashtra Budget Session

Rediff.com3 days ago

The absence of NCP-SP leaders from a key Maha Vikas Aghadi meeting in Maharashtra has ignited concerns about opposition unity ahead of the crucial budget session and upcoming Rajya Sabha elections.

T20 World Cup, Sri Lanka vs England: Jacks Of All Trades! Will Jacks Magic Sinks Sri Lanka

T20 World Cup, Sri Lanka vs England: Jacks Of All Trades! Will Jacks Magic Sinks Sri Lanka

Rediff.com3 days ago

Will Jacks impressed with bat and ball to rescue England from a poor start and help them to a 51-run victory over Sri Lanka in a low-scoring Super 8s match at the T20 World Cup.

PSLV-C62 Failure: Centre Orders High-Level Probe

PSLV-C62 Failure: Centre Orders High-Level Probe

Rediff.com3 days ago

The move follows a quiet visit by National Security Advisor Ajit Kumar Doval to the Vikram Sarabhai Space Centre in Thiruvananthapuram.

Israeli opposition threatens to boycott Modi's address to Parliament

Israeli opposition threatens to boycott Modi's address to Parliament

Rediff.com3 days ago

Prime Minister Narendra Modi's upcoming visit to Israel is facing political complications as opposition leader Yair Lapid threatens to boycott his parliamentary address unless the Supreme Court chief is invited, adhering to standard protocol.

Rajaji's statue to replace Lutyens' at Rashtrapati Bhavan

Rajaji's statue to replace Lutyens' at Rashtrapati Bhavan

Rediff.com3 days ago

Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced the replacement of Edwin Lutyens' statue at Rashtrapati Bhavan with one of C Rajagopalachari, emphasizing a move away from colonial symbols and towards honoring Indian leaders.

J&K star Auqib Nabi not fazed by Ranji Trophy final

J&K star Auqib Nabi not fazed by Ranji Trophy final

Rediff.com3 days ago

Auqib Nabi, Jammu and Kashmir's key bowler, is focused on performing well in the Ranji Trophy final against Karnataka, aiming to leverage his adaptive skills and contribute to his team's success.

Top Maoist commander Devji carrying Rs 1 crore bounty surrenders

Top Maoist commander Devji carrying Rs 1 crore bounty surrenders

Rediff.com3 days ago

Top Maoist commander Thippiri Tirupati alias Devji has surrendered to police, marking a significant blow to the outlawed organisation. His surrender comes ahead of the Union government's deadline to eliminate Naxalism.

IDFC First bank flags Rs 590 crore fraud in Haryana govt accounts

IDFC First bank flags Rs 590 crore fraud in Haryana govt accounts

Rediff.com3 days ago

IDFC First Bank reported a Rs 590 crore fraud involving its employees and others in accounts held by the Haryana government. The bank has informed regulators and filed a police complaint, initiating internal reviews and forensic audits.

Not Just A Spin Basher! Dube's Six-Hitting Carnage

Not Just A Spin Basher! Dube's Six-Hitting Carnage

Rediff.com29 Jan 2026

Walking in with the run rate climbing, Shivam Dube launched a stunning counterattack that briefly swung the momentum in India's favour.

T20 World Cup: Jacks, Archer star as England demolish Sri Lanka

T20 World Cup: Jacks, Archer star as England demolish Sri Lanka

Rediff.com3 days ago

Jofra Archer and Will Jacks tore through Sri Lanka's batting line-up after Phil Salt's 40-ball 62 to power England to a thumping 51-run win in an eventful Super 8s match of the ICC T20 World Cup.

Kohrra Season 2: 'It Doesn't End With A Dead Body'

Kohrra Season 2: 'It Doesn't End With A Dead Body'

Rediff.com31 Jan 2026

'If you are trying to tell an authentic Punjab story, it's almost impossible that the NRI fascination or the NRI characters will not be a part of it.'

FIH Hockey Pro League: India suffer narrow defeat to Australia in penalty shootout

FIH Hockey Pro League: India suffer narrow defeat to Australia in penalty shootout

Rediff.com4 days ago

The Indian men's hockey team lost to Australia in a penalty shootout after a 2-2 draw in their FIH Pro League match. Despite an improved performance, India couldn't secure the win, with Australia emerging victorious 5-4 in the shootout.

Why India equity markets are likely to remain volatile next week

Why India equity markets are likely to remain volatile next week

Rediff.com3 days ago

Analysts predict continued volatility in Indian equity markets due to domestic macroeconomic data, F&O expiry, global developments including US tariff policies, and geopolitical tensions.

All Moscow airports shut amid Ukrainian drone attack

All Moscow airports shut amid Ukrainian drone attack

Rediff.com3 days ago

Moscow's international airports were temporarily closed due to safety concerns after air defense forces intercepted multiple Ukrainian drones.

Confirmed! Dhoni To Play For Chennai Super Kings in IPL 2026

Confirmed! Dhoni To Play For Chennai Super Kings in IPL 2026

Rediff.com3 days ago

Mahendra Singh Dhoni, who will turn 45 later this year, will be available for CSK for IPL 2026 starting next month, a top franchise source confirmed.

Maharashtra student drowns, another missing off Chennai coast

Maharashtra student drowns, another missing off Chennai coast

Rediff.com4 days ago

A student from Maharashtra drowned and another went missing after entering the sea in Chennai. The Maharashtra government is coordinating with Tamil Nadu authorities for search and rescue efforts.

T20 World Cup: Can India Turn Super Eight Tension Into Triumph?

T20 World Cup: Can India Turn Super Eight Tension Into Triumph?

Rediff.com3 days ago

It takes a lot of mental strength to play in front of nearly 100,000 people in Ahmedabad. Even the bravest can succumb to the tension.

T20 World Cup: Daren Sammy explains Zimbabwe's stunning rise

T20 World Cup: Daren Sammy explains Zimbabwe's stunning rise

Rediff.com3 days ago

West Indies head coach Daren Sammy believes Zimbabwe's unexpected success in the T20 World Cup was driven by the motivation of being underestimated and grouped with higher-ranked teams.