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'Start getting excited': CSA CEO's 2027 World Cup plea

'Start getting excited': CSA CEO's 2027 World Cup plea

Rediff.com8 hours ago

Cricket South Africa CEO Pholetsi Moseki expressed excitement as the brand identity and 12 host venues for the 2027 ODI Cricket World Cup were unveiled, marking the tournament's return to Africa after 24 years with a new three-stage format.

Kiara Advani Can Make Everything Look...

Kiara Advani Can Make Everything Look...

Rediff.com8 hours ago

Kiara Advani turns 35 today and if there's one thing she's mastered besides stealing scenes, it's stealing the spotlight.

RBI allows banks to link bulk deposit rates to liquidity profile

RBI allows banks to link bulk deposit rates to liquidity profile

Rediff.com8 hours ago

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has introduced a new framework allowing banks to offer differential interest rates on bulk deposits based on their liquidity characteristics under the Liquidity Coverage Ratio (LCR) framework, while maintaining the principle of uniform pricing across similar deposits.

Rohit Sharma, Ravi Shastri laud Ajinkya Rahane career

Rohit Sharma, Ravi Shastri laud Ajinkya Rahane career

Rediff.com8 hours ago

Tributes have poured in for Ajinkya Rahane following his retirement from international cricket, with Rohit Sharma highlighting his 'commitment and professionalism' and Ravi Shastri praising his 'yeoman service' to Indian cricket.

GenZ Protests: 'First Thing Police Should Have Done Was Negotiate'

GenZ Protests: 'First Thing Police Should Have Done Was Negotiate'

Rediff.com8 hours ago

'But they had nothing to negotiate as the government did not negotiate. It is completely the fault of the government as they dumped it on the police.'

Trump mulls $100,000 fee for international student work visas

Trump mulls $100,000 fee for international student work visas

Rediff.com9 hours ago

The US is reportedly considering a USD 100,000 fee for Optional Practical Training (OPT) visas, which allow international students to work in the US after graduation. This move by the Trump administration follows a rejected H1-B visa fee proposal and could significantly impact foreign graduates and tech companies. The Department of Homeland Security is also exploring a USD 100,000 bond for green card applicants.

Education Loans: What You Must Know

Education Loans: What You Must Know

Rediff.com9 hours ago

Education loan defaults carry serious consequences. Credit bureaus record missed payments against both the student and the co-borrower, usually a parent.

Glasgow Commonwealth Games 2026: Latest Medal Tally And Standings

Glasgow Commonwealth Games 2026: Latest Medal Tally And Standings

Rediff.com9 hours ago

The medals tally at the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow.

Recipe: The Absolutely Yummy Mushroom Paratha That...

Recipe: The Absolutely Yummy Mushroom Paratha That...

Rediff.com9 hours ago

I love mushrooms in everything. Let me clarify here that I am talking about button mushrooms only -- all the others kinds, for a want of a better word, feel 'meaty' and I am vegetarian.

12 Countries That Totally Adore Bollywood

12 Countries That Totally Adore Bollywood

Rediff.com9 hours ago

Bollywood films have always been our greatest soft export, winning hearts, beyond those of the Diaspora, in countries worldwide.

Stock Markets Today: Sensex, Nifty Rise on Bajaj Finance Q1 result

Stock Markets Today: Sensex, Nifty Rise on Bajaj Finance Q1 result

Rediff.com9 hours ago

Indian benchmark indices, Sensex and Nifty, opened higher on Friday, primarily driven by a significant surge in Bajaj Finance shares following its strong Q1 FY27 earnings report, coupled with continued foreign fund inflows and a dip in crude oil prices. Track Sensex, Nifty on July 31.

Kachori Kraze: Sweet to Spicy, Must-Try Recipes

Kachori Kraze: Sweet to Spicy, Must-Try Recipes

Rediff.com9 hours ago

Explore India's love for kachoris in every form -- crispy, deep-fried and bursting with flavour. Here are 7 must-try variations that go beyond the usual, from classic favourites to innovative bites.

Recipe: Chef Sabyasachi's Orange Zest Chocolate Halwa

Recipe: Chef Sabyasachi's Orange Zest Chocolate Halwa

Rediff.com9 hours ago

A simple and yummy dessert that combines milk chocolate, orange zest, and the crunch of Turkish hazelnuts.

Shan Masood ruled out of second Test vs West Indies due to fractured finger

Shan Masood ruled out of second Test vs West Indies due to fractured finger

Rediff.com9 hours ago

Pakistan's top-order batter Shan Masood has been ruled out of the second and final Test against West Indies after fracturing his index finger during the first match, an injury sustained despite scoring a first-innings century.

Kartik Aaryan Donates Rs 1 Crore for Assam Flood Relief

Kartik Aaryan Donates Rs 1 Crore for Assam Flood Relief

Rediff.com9 hours ago

Kartik Aaryan's Rs 1 crore donation for Assam flood relief was acknowledged by Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma.

GSTN Postpones E-Way Bill Changes

GSTN Postpones E-Way Bill Changes

Rediff.com9 hours ago

GSTN has put on hold its planned enhancements to the e-way bill system, providing businesses with crucial time to adapt to the proposed changes amid widespread industry concerns.

Srinivasa Mangapuram Review: Launchpad That Crashes With Formulaic Storytelling

Srinivasa Mangapuram Review: Launchpad That Crashes With Formulaic Storytelling

Rediff.com9 hours ago

Srinivasa Mangapuram introduces star kids Jai Krishna and Rasha Thadani in a formulaic romantic actioner that struggles to find its footing.

Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra Launched In India

Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra Launched In India

Rediff.com9 hours ago

The Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra pairs an expansive 8-inch AMOLED main display with a 6.5-inch cover screen. It runs on Samsung's Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 for Galaxy processor.

'Aditya Chopra Is The Best Brother-In-Law Anyone Could Ask For'

'Aditya Chopra Is The Best Brother-In-Law Anyone Could Ask For'

Rediff.com9 hours ago

'It's very easy for people to say, 'She got work because of her connections. What they don't see is the number of rejections I went through. Even if someone helps you get your first opportunity, you can't sustain a career unless you know your craft. I wanted people to hire me because they believed in my work, not because I was related to someone.'

FIFA clarifies 'no sale of football' amid UEFA boycott threats over investment plans

FIFA clarifies 'no sale of football' amid UEFA boycott threats over investment plans

Rediff.com10 hours ago

FIFA has issued a clarification regarding its FIFA Forward Enterprise (FFE) proposal, stating it would 'never entertain' selling football to private parties and aims to ensure meaningful commercial ownership for all member nations, following strong criticism and boycott threats from UEFA and CONCACAF.

FIFA to proceed with $20 billion World Cup investment plan despite UEFA boycott

FIFA to proceed with $20 billion World Cup investment plan despite UEFA boycott

Rediff.com10 hours ago

FIFA has announced it will proceed with its consultation process to bring private investment into the World Cup and other tournaments, despite strong opposition and a boycott threat from UEFA. The plan involves creating a $20 billion subsidiary, FIFA Forward Enterprise, to manage commercial and event operations, offering external investors up to 20% stakes.

Indian Men's Squash Team Clinches Bronze After Semifinal Loss To USA

Indian Men's Squash Team Clinches Bronze After Semifinal Loss To USA

Rediff.com10 hours ago

The Indian men's squash team secured a bronze medal at the World Squash Junior Team Championships in Ontario after losing 0-2 to the USA in the semifinals. This marks the first time the Indian men's team has achieved consecutive bronze medal finishes in the competition.

'Ajinkya Rahane Never Got Support From The System'

'Ajinkya Rahane Never Got Support From The System'

Rediff.com10 hours ago

'If he had got the support, he would have finished in that legendary group of cricketers who have played 100 Tests for the country.' 'He never complained, but that might have gone against him because sometimes you have to be open and make your point clearly otherwise people take you for granted.'

Will Trump Impose 100 Per Cent Tariffs On India?

Will Trump Impose 100 Per Cent Tariffs On India?

Rediff.com10 hours ago

It is plain to see that the US senate bill's real objective is to derail India's time-tested strategic partnership with Russia, points out Ambassador M K Bhadrakumar.

CONCACAF Rejects FIFA's World Cup Stake Sale Plan

CONCACAF Rejects FIFA's World Cup Stake Sale Plan

Rediff.com10 hours ago

CONCACAF, the regional football bloc for North America, Central America, and the Caribbean, has rejected FIFA's proposal to sell a stake in the World Cup, citing deep concerns over a lack of due process and transparency.

Trump says Gaza deal reached for Hamas disarmament, Israeli withdrawal

Trump says Gaza deal reached for Hamas disarmament, Israeli withdrawal

Rediff.com11 hours ago

US President Donald Trump has announced a "historic" agreement for the complete disarmament of Hamas and other armed groups in Gaza, coupled with a phased withdrawal of Israeli forces. The deal, part of Trump's 20-point Gaza plan, involves an International Stabilization Force and a new Palestinian police force, with Gaza eventually administered by a new Palestinian government. Egypt, Qatar, and Turkiye were thanked for their mediation efforts.

India's gold demand falls 6% in Q2 on weak seasonal sales

India's gold demand falls 6% in Q2 on weak seasonal sales

Rediff.com12 hours ago

India's gold demand saw a 6 per cent year-on-year decline in the April-June quarter of 2026, reaching 131.4 tonnes, primarily due to subdued seasonal sales, increased Customs duty, and Prime Minister Narendra Modi's call to reduce gold purchases, according to a World Gold Council report.

ArcelorMittal reports 62% drop in Q2 net income to $683 million

ArcelorMittal reports 62% drop in Q2 net income to $683 million

Rediff.com12 hours ago

ArcelorMittal reported a significant 62 per cent year-on-year decline in its net income, reaching USD 683 million in the June 2026 quarter, despite a quarter-on-quarter increase in sales and improved performance from its Indian joint venture, AMNS India.

Hyundai Motor India reports 35% decline in Q1 PAT, cites 'challenging quarter'

Hyundai Motor India reports 35% decline in Q1 PAT, cites 'challenging quarter'

Rediff.com12 hours ago

Hyundai Motor India Ltd reported a 35 per cent decline in consolidated profit after tax to Rs 888.62 crore in the first quarter ended June 30, impacted by lower revenue and higher expenses, with MD & CEO Tarun Garg noting it was a "challenging quarter".

Lovepreet wins weightlifting silver; Seema discus bronze

Lovepreet wins weightlifting silver; Seema discus bronze

Rediff.com16 hours ago

Heavyweight weightlifter Lovepreet Singh secured a record-breaking silver medal at the Commonwealth Games, while Olympic champion Neeraj Chopra and two other Indian javelin throwers advanced to the final, marking an eventful day for India.

Seema Kaliramna Wins Discus Bronze Despite Three Fouls

Seema Kaliramna Wins Discus Bronze Despite Three Fouls

Rediff.com16 hours ago

Indian discus thrower Seema Kaliramna secured a bronze medal at the Commonwealth Games with a throw of 58.65m, despite fouling her last three attempts. Compatriot Nidhi Rani finished fourth. Jamaica's Samantha Hall won gold, and Canada's Julia Tunks took silver.

Commonwealth Games 2026: India Schedule for Day 9

Commonwealth Games 2026: India Schedule for Day 9

Rediff.com17 hours ago

Following is the schedule of Indian athletes on the ninth day of Commonwealth Games on Friday.

Disappointing end to Parul's CWG campaign

Disappointing end to Parul's CWG campaign

Rediff.com17 hours ago

Indian distance runner Parul Chaudhary finished 13th in the women's 5000m final at the Commonwealth Games, clocking 15:08.56. This result continues India's wait for a medal in this event at the Games. Chaudhary, a national record holder and Asian Games champion, had also missed a medal in her preferred 3000m steeplechase event.

Parliament clears tougher anti-paper leak law amid Oppn walkout

Parliament clears tougher anti-paper leak law amid Oppn walkout

Rediff.com18 hours ago

Parliament on Thursday passed a bill to amend the anti-paper leak law to introduce stricter punishments, with the government expressing its commitment to go the extra mile to safeguard the interests of students, who are the country's future.

Lovepreet Singh settles for silver despite record lift in men's +110kg

Lovepreet Singh settles for silver despite record lift in men's +110kg

Rediff.com18 hours ago

National record holder Lovepreet Singh secured a silver medal in the men's +110kg weightlifting event at the Commonwealth Games, setting a new Games record in the snatch category. He finished just one kilogram behind New Zealand's David Andrew Liti, who claimed gold.

CWG 2026: India's wait for men's shot put medal continues as Toor, Gill miss podium

CWG 2026: India's wait for men's shot put medal continues as Toor, Gill miss podium

Rediff.com18 hours ago

India's long wait for a maiden Commonwealth Games medal in men's shot put continued as Asian Games champion Tajinderpal Singh Toor and Samardeep Singh Gill finished fifth and seventh respectively in the final in Glasgow on Thursday.

Modi declares war on paper leak mafia as anti-cheating bill gets Parl nod

Modi declares war on paper leak mafia as anti-cheating bill gets Parl nod

Rediff.com18 hours ago

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has announced comprehensive reforms in the education system to combat paper leaks, following the passage of a new anti-paper leak law. He asserted that there would be no leniency for those involved in examination irregularities, highlighting the government's commitment to ensuring fair opportunities for students.

FIR against UP woman over Modi remarks during CJP protest

FIR against UP woman over Modi remarks during CJP protest

Rediff.com18 hours ago

A Zero FIR has been registered in Noida against a woman, Ruchika Singh, for allegedly using abusive language against Prime Minister Narendra Modi during a protest at Jantar Mantar in New Delhi. The complaint, filed by Smriti Singh, alleges that the accused hurt the dignity of the constitutional office and intended to spread hatred. The case, registered under sections of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, will be transferred to New Delhi for further investigation. The incident occurred during the Cockroach Janta Party's protests against competitive examination paper leaks, which led to the education minister's resignation.

World Boxing Reinstates Russian Boxers Under National Flag

World Boxing Reinstates Russian Boxers Under National Flag

Rediff.com18 hours ago

World Boxing has lifted restrictions on Russian boxers, allowing them to compete under their national flag in international events, moving away from the previous neutral status requirement. This decision aligns with a broader trend by the International Olympic Committee to reintegrate Russian athletes into global sports, particularly ahead of the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics. The governing body will, however, monitor their conduct and anti-doping compliance.

'Jan shakti' will drag him out over student crackdown: Kharge slams Shah

'Jan shakti' will drag him out over student crackdown: Kharge slams Shah

Rediff.com18 hours ago

Holding Home Minister Amit Shah responsible for alleged police brutalities on protesting students, Leader of the Opposition in the Rajya Sabha Mallikarjun Kharge on Thursday said that "Jan Shakti" (people's power) will "drag him out" one day to make him accountable.