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Why Sreejesh Is Questioning Hockey India's Coaching Choices

Why Sreejesh Is Questioning Hockey India's Coaching Choices

Rediff.com13 May 2026

Former India goalkeeper PR Sreejesh has publicly criticised Hockey India's decision to remove him as junior men's team coach after a successful 17-month tenure, questioning the organisation's preference for foreign coaches.

RR's IPL 2026 season on brink ahead of must-win LSG clash

RR's IPL 2026 season on brink ahead of must-win LSG clash

Rediff.com6 days ago

Rajasthan Royals face Lucknow Super Giants in a crucial IPL match, needing an all-round improvement to keep their playoff hopes alive. The Royals must address batting collapses and fielding errors to secure a vital win.

Lessons that opposition party needs to learn after Bengal elections

Lessons that opposition party needs to learn after Bengal elections

Rediff.com5 May 2026

What lessons opposition parties need to learn post defeat of Mamata Banerjee in West Bengal elections? The election saw spectacular victor of BJP which rose from 3 seats in 2016 to 206 seats in 2026 assembly elections.

Priyanka Chopra, Jaideep Ahlawat In Mira Nair's Amrita Sher-Gil Film

Priyanka Chopra, Jaideep Ahlawat In Mira Nair's Amrita Sher-Gil Film

Rediff.com12 May 2026

Mira Nair is bringing Amrita Sher-Gil's life and art to the big screen in her new film Amri.

Inside GSB Cuisine Queen Komal Prabhu's Kitchen

Inside GSB Cuisine Queen Komal Prabhu's Kitchen

Rediff.com2 days ago

Discover the inspiring journey of Komal Prabhu, called the Queen of GSB Cuisine, that saw her switch professions -- a Bharata Natyam dancer became a celebrated chef devoted to preserving traditional Gaud Saraswat Brahmin food traditions.

CBI cracks NEET paper leak with arrest of 'source' professor in Pune

CBI cracks NEET paper leak with arrest of 'source' professor in Pune

Rediff.com15 May 2026

The CBI claims to have cracked the NEET paper leak case with the arrest of a Pune-based professor, identified as the source of the leak. The professor allegedly exploited his position to leak the paper to students in exchange for money.

Dhurandhar 2 Arrives On OTT But You Can't Watch It Yet

Dhurandhar 2 Arrives On OTT But You Can't Watch It Yet

Rediff.com15 May 2026

Dhurandhar 2 is finally available on OTT. But with a caveat. But for those of you living in India, here are your options for this weekend watch.

CM Vijay promises to be the only power centre in Tamil Nadu

CM Vijay promises to be the only power centre in Tamil Nadu

Rediff.com10 May 2026

C Joseph Vijay was sworn in as the Tamil Nadu Chief Minister, marking the first non-DMK, non-AIADMK government in the state in 60 years. The ceremony was attended by Rahul Gandhi, and Vijay promised transparent governance and asserted his sole authority. He signed files to implement key promises, including free power for domestic consumers.

'Amrit kaal has turned into vish kaal': Rahul on NEET leak

'Amrit kaal has turned into vish kaal': Rahul on NEET leak

Rediff.com12 May 2026

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi has strongly criticised the Modi government following the cancellation of the NEET (UG) 2026 examination, citing paper leaks and corruption.

How To Crack CAT In Four Months

How To Crack CAT In Four Months

Rediff.com14 May 2026

CAT expert Patrick Dsouza tells you how to modify your study time and strategy to be ready for the Common Admission Test 2026.

How AI Can Boost India's Economy By $500 Billion

How AI Can Boost India's Economy By $500 Billion

Rediff.com13 May 2026

A joint study by IBM and IndiaAI, a MeiTY initiative, indicates that Artificial Intelligence (AI) has the potential to contribute over USD 500 billion to India's economy by 2030. The report highlights the need for improved AI literacy, infrastructure, and data quality to fully realise this potential.

Jewellers back PM's gold appeal, propose monetisation scheme enhancements

Jewellers back PM's gold appeal, propose monetisation scheme enhancements

Rediff.com13 May 2026

Leading Indian jewellery bodies, including the All India Gem & Jewellery Domestic Council (GJC) and Malabar Gold & Diamonds, have expressed support for Prime Minister Narendra Modi's appeal to reduce gold imports and are advocating for enhancements to the Gold Monetisation Scheme (GMS) to unlock India's vast idle gold reserves.

IFL: Diamond Harbour Rally To Down Rajasthan United In Seven-Goal Thriller

IFL: Diamond Harbour Rally To Down Rajasthan United In Seven-Goal Thriller

Rediff.com9 May 2026

Diamond Harbour FC recovered from a two-goal deficit to defeat Rajasthan United FC 5-2 in the Indian Football League Championship, strengthening their position at the top of the table.

IPL 2026: Poor fielding proved costly, Pant admits after CSK thrash LSG

IPL 2026: Poor fielding proved costly, Pant admits after CSK thrash LSG

Rediff.com10 May 2026

Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) skipper Rishabh Pant lamented poor fielding as a key factor in their five-wicket loss to Chennai Super Kings (CSK) in a recent Indian Premier League (IPL) match. Despite a strong batting performance, dropped catches and Urvil Patel's explosive innings led to CSK's victory, effectively ending LSG's playoff hopes.

Gorkha Issue To Be Resolved In Six Months: Shah

Gorkha Issue To Be Resolved In Six Months: Shah

Rediff.com21 Apr 2026

Union Home Minister Amit Shah has pledged to resolve the long-standing Gorkha issue within six months if the BJP wins the West Bengal elections. He criticised previous governments for failing to address the aspirations of the Gorkha people and promised a solution acceptable to them.

Suvendu Adhikari to be Bengal's first BJP CM; to take oath on Saturday

Suvendu Adhikari to be Bengal's first BJP CM; to take oath on Saturday

Rediff.com9 May 2026

Suvendu Adhikari has been elected as the leader of the BJP legislature party in West Bengal, paving the way for him to become the state's first BJP chief minister.

Barca tame Real Madrid in Clasico, lift La Liga title

Barca tame Real Madrid in Clasico, lift La Liga title

Rediff.com11 May 2026

Barca's capped a dominant La Liga campaign with a 2-0 win over Real Madrid to claim their 29th La Liga crown at the Camp Nou in Barcelona on Sunday.

Diamond Harbour Mount Stunning Comeback Against Rajasthan United

Diamond Harbour Mount Stunning Comeback Against Rajasthan United

Rediff.com8 May 2026

Diamond Harbour FC recovered from a two-goal deficit to defeat Rajasthan United FC 5-2 in the Indian Football League Championship, strengthening their position at the top of the table.

I'm A Computer Science Engineer. I Don't Want To Do Coding'

I'm A Computer Science Engineer. I Don't Want To Do Coding'

Rediff.com30 Apr 2026

rediffGURU Chocko Valliappa, founder and CEO of Vee Technologies, tells young aspirants how they can make an informed career choice.

Mahindra & Mahindra Reports Robust Q4 Profit Growth, Outlines Ambitious Expansion Plans

Mahindra & Mahindra Reports Robust Q4 Profit Growth, Outlines Ambitious Expansion Plans

Rediff.com5 May 2026

Mahindra & Mahindra Ltd reported a significant 48.5 per cent jump in consolidated profit after tax to Rs 5,259.91 crore in the March quarter, primarily attributed to strong performance in its auto and farm sectors, alongside ambitious plans for new SUV and EV launches.

Haryana Voters Affirm Trust In BJP's Development Model

Haryana Voters Affirm Trust In BJP's Development Model

Rediff.com14 May 2026

Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini celebrated the BJP's victory in the recent civic body elections, attributing the win to public confidence in the party's development-focused governance and rejection of the Congress' negative politics.

Hyundai Motor India's Q4 Profit Declines 22.2% to Rs 1,255.63 Crore

Hyundai Motor India's Q4 Profit Declines 22.2% to Rs 1,255.63 Crore

Rediff.com8 May 2026

Hyundai Motor India Ltd reported a 22.22 per cent decline in consolidated profit after tax to Rs 1,255.63 crore in the March quarter, primarily due to higher expenses, despite an increase in total revenue from operations.

'He should definitely play Tests': Pujara on Vaibhav Sooryavanshi

'He should definitely play Tests': Pujara on Vaibhav Sooryavanshi

Rediff.com7 May 2026

Cheteshwar Pujara says teenage sensation Vaibhav Sooryavanshi should aim for Test cricket despite his explosive IPL success with Rajasthan Royals.

Mother's Day: 10 Simple Rules To Live By

Mother's Day: 10 Simple Rules To Live By

Rediff.com10 May 2026

This Mother's Day, Aditi Govitrikar, actor, supermodel, wellness expert and India's first Mrs World encourages all women to prioritise themselves and embrace self-care without guilt.

Doping Concerns Threaten India's 2036 Olympic Hopes

Doping Concerns Threaten India's 2036 Olympic Hopes

Rediff.com2 May 2026

The International Testing Agency (ITA) has voiced concerns regarding the high rate of doping cases in India and the alleged practice of athletes receiving advance notice before testing, potentially jeopardising the nation's bid to host the 2036 Olympic Games.

Sapne vs Everyone Season 2 Review: Ambition, Betrayal, Dreams In Disarray

Sapne vs Everyone Season 2 Review: Ambition, Betrayal, Dreams In Disarray

Rediff.com1 May 2026

Sapne vs Everyone is dark, and often depressing. At the same time, it is not completely hopeless, notes Deepa Gahlot.

India Post To Modernise Logistics Infrastructure

India Post To Modernise Logistics Infrastructure

Rediff.com7 May 2026

The government is planning a postal logistics infrastructure upgrade for India Post to modernise parcel facilities, aligning them with those in developed nations, according to Communications Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia.

How Satheesan Emerged As Consensus Choice For Kerala CM

How Satheesan Emerged As Consensus Choice For Kerala CM

Rediff.com14 May 2026

'He worked over time to become the natural claimant,' a senior UDF leader observed. 'Others had organisational stature, but Satheesan had momentum.' For the Congress, it may signal the beginning of a new leadership template -- one where performance, communication and grassroots credibility increasingly outweigh inherited power structures in deciding who leads the party into its next phase.

Babar hints at Pakistan captaincy comeback

Babar hints at Pakistan captaincy comeback

Rediff.com2 May 2026

Babar Azam has indicated he would consider accepting the Pakistan captaincy again if the opportunity arises, emphasising that his decisions are always driven by the best interests of Pakistan cricket. He is currently focused on the Pakistan Super League final.

Operation Sindoor: The 11-yr-old who served tea to soldiers

Operation Sindoor: The 11-yr-old who served tea to soldiers

Rediff.com7 May 2026

An 11-year-old boy's simple act of serving Indian soldiers during Operation Sindoor has become an inspiring story. Shavan Singh voluntarily provided tea, water, and lassi to Army jawans deployed in his village along the Indo-Pak border, earning him national recognition and the title of 'Youngest Civilian Warrior'.

Cong stretches Kerala CM saga, uncertainty irks ally

Cong stretches Kerala CM saga, uncertainty irks ally

Rediff.com11 May 2026

The Congress party's delay in naming the next Chief Minister of Kerala has drawn criticism, particularly from key ally IUML, which warns of potential political fallout from the prolonged uncertainty.

DC's campaign all but over, Axar shifts focus to IPL 2027

DC's campaign all but over, Axar shifts focus to IPL 2027

Rediff.com8 May 2026

Axar Patel criticised the Delhi Capitals' batting and bowling performances after their defeat to Kolkata Knight Riders, which has significantly impacted their IPL 2026 playoff chances. He hinted at potential team changes for the next season.

Job Scam Accused Arrested In Maharashtra After Year On The Run

Job Scam Accused Arrested In Maharashtra After Year On The Run

Rediff.com18 Apr 2026

A man accused of cheating a job aspirant of Rs 10 lakh has been arrested in Beed district after being on the run for over a year.

4 AI Careers For Creative Professionals

4 AI Careers For Creative Professionals

Rediff.com8 May 2026

In part 3 of a Rediff series exploring new careers for aspiring professionals, Sanjay Salunkhe, founder of Jaro Education highlights how young professionals can adapt to the evolving AI-driven landscape in the creative industry.

J-K Lieutenant Governor Calls On Athletes To Promote 'Nasha Mukt Abhiyaan'

J-K Lieutenant Governor Calls On Athletes To Promote 'Nasha Mukt Abhiyaan'

Rediff.com4 May 2026

Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha urged athletes and sportspersons to promote the 'Nasha Mukt Abhiyaan' and inspire youth to reject drugs and embrace sports during the All India Inter-University Wushu Championship at the University of Kashmir.

NEET paper leak: CBI arrests 5; TN CM Vijay calls for abolishing test

NEET paper leak: CBI arrests 5; TN CM Vijay calls for abolishing test

Rediff.com14 May 2026

The CBI has arrested five individuals and conducted searches across India in connection with the NEET UG paper leak case. Protests have intensified, and calls for the Education Minister's resignation have grown louder. Political parties are trading blame, and the Supreme Court is considering a plea for an overhaul of the National Testing Agency.

Ganjam District Offers Free Coaching for UPSC and OPSC Exams

Ganjam District Offers Free Coaching for UPSC and OPSC Exams

Rediff.com4 Apr 2026

The Ganjam district administration in Odisha has launched a free coaching centre in Berhampur for aspirants preparing for the UPSC and OPSC examinations. Two more centres are planned for Bhanjanagar and Chhatrapur.

IPL 2026, CSK vs LSG: Chennai seek play-off push vs struggling Lucknow

IPL 2026, CSK vs LSG: Chennai seek play-off push vs struggling Lucknow

Rediff.com9 May 2026

Chennai Super Kings will aim to boost their playoff chances as they take on Lucknow Super Giants in a crucial Indian Premier League match. CSK's campaign has been inconsistent, while LSG are struggling at the bottom of the table.

Centre to resume talks with Ladakh groups on May 22 amid statehood demand

Centre to resume talks with Ladakh groups on May 22 amid statehood demand

Rediff.com26 Apr 2026

The Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) has decided to convene a meeting of the sub-committee for political dialogue with representatives of agitating Ladakh groups on May 22, according to Lt Governor Vinai Kumar Saxena.

NBA Great Vlade Divac Hopes Basketball Gains Popularity In India

NBA Great Vlade Divac Hopes Basketball Gains Popularity In India

Rediff.com8 May 2026

NBA legend Vlade Divac expresses optimism about the growth of basketball in India, acknowledging cricket's dominance but highlighting the potential for Indian talent in the NBA.