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Baghel's son got Rs 250 cr in liquor 'scam': Chargesheet

Baghel's son got Rs 250 cr in liquor 'scam': Chargesheet

Rediff.com22 Dec 2025

The Anti-Corruption Bureau/Economic Offence Wing (ACB/EOW) has claimed in its chargesheet that Chaitanya, son of former Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Bhupesh Baghel, received Rs 200 crore to Rs 250 crore as his share from an alleged liquor scam in the state.

Karnataka govt cook sacked for joining RSS march

Karnataka govt cook sacked for joining RSS march

Rediff.com22 Oct 2025

The Karnataka government has relieved an assistant cook at a hostel run by the Backward Classes Welfare department in Basavakalyana after he allegedly participated in a route march organised by the RSS. This follows a complaint and is in line with rules barring government employees from participating in politically affiliated organizations.

Heated exchanges add to competitive edge at Lord's

Heated exchanges add to competitive edge at Lord's

Rediff.com14 Jul 2025

'There will be things that happen between the two teams but both teams know there's a line you can't cross but it's not really been troubled too much'

Eng-India series: Sachin ensures Pataudi legacy maintained

Eng-India series: Sachin ensures Pataudi legacy maintained

Rediff.com15 Jun 2025

Cricbuzz reported that, Tendulkar has got in touch with the BCCI and ECB officials to continue honouring the Pataudis.

PIX: Gill Rewrites Record Books On Captaincy Debut!

PIX: Gill Rewrites Record Books On Captaincy Debut!

Rediff.com20 Jun 2025

Playing his 32nd Test, he showed no signs of nervousness and batted with his signature effortless ease.

'How Long Must He Wait?'

'How Long Must He Wait?'

Rediff.com1 Aug 2025

'My son looks a little depressed, but that is bound to happen.'

Man City beat Forest to reach third straight FA Cup final

Man City beat Forest to reach third straight FA Cup final

Rediff.com28 Apr 2025

City then comfortably closed the game out and victory in their record-extending seventh consecutive FA Cup semi-final means they will face Crystal Palace, who beat Aston Villa 3-0 on Saturday, in the final on May 17.

All eyes on India's 'lethal weapon' at Lord's

All eyes on India's 'lethal weapon' at Lord's

Rediff.com8 Jul 2025

Coming off a commanding 336-run win at Edgbaston, Team India not only ended their winless streak at the historic venue, but also levelled the five-match series 1-1 in stunning fashion thanks to Shubman Gill's twin hundreds and a rousing spell from pacer Akash Deep.

Root gets reprieve, Gavaskar slams umpiring

Root gets reprieve, Gavaskar slams umpiring

Rediff.com14 Jul 2025

Joe Root was on 36 and digging in when Mohammed Siraj angled one in that rapped him square on the pads. The Indians went up in unison. But umpire Paul Reiffel stood his ground.

'India Is Uber's Third-Largest Market'

'India Is Uber's Third-Largest Market'

Rediff.com6 Jan 2026

'We serve more than 1.2 billion trips annually and have over 1.5 million active earners each month using the platform.'

Ethiopian volcanic ash drifts towards India; flights cancelled

Ethiopian volcanic ash drifts towards India; flights cancelled

Rediff.com25 Nov 2025

Ash clouds from the recent eruption of the HayliGubbi volcano in Ethiopia are impacting flight operations, and there are reports suggesting that clouds might also be drifting towards the western parts of India.

England's Bazball faces reality check at Edgbaston

England's Bazball faces reality check at Edgbaston

Rediff.com6 Jul 2025

'If you get to the point where you can draw the game, of course, we're not stupid enough to think that you have to just win or lose.'

'Don't understand exclusion of Bumrah, Kuldeep'

'Don't understand exclusion of Bumrah, Kuldeep'

Rediff.com4 Jul 2025

'When you play two spinners surely the way for beating them, you get runs on the board and hope the pitch deteriorates.'

6 kids test HIV-positive after blood transfusion in MP

6 kids test HIV-positive after blood transfusion in MP

Rediff.com16 Dec 2025

Six children with thalassemia in Madhya Pradesh, India, have tested positive for HIV, suspected to be transmitted through contaminated blood transfusions. An investigation has been ordered, and the opposition Congress party is demanding accountability.

Delhi breathes easier as air quality improves: Here's what helped

Delhi breathes easier as air quality improves: Here's what helped

Rediff.com9 Nov 2025

The Delhi Pollution Control Committee (DPCC) reports improved air quality in Delhi compared to the same period last year, attributing it to coordinated efforts by government departments. Officials aim to avoid implementing GRAP Stage III restrictions through proactive measures and public participation.

Fines not right punishment for slow over-rate in Tests

Fines not right punishment for slow over-rate in Tests

Rediff.com12 Jul 2025

'I don't' think fines work. I think these lads (cricketers) are quite rich. I don't think the cash is going to affect them.'

Pant no threat to this England bowler

Pant no threat to this England bowler

Rediff.com30 Jun 2025

'It's exciting to be part of the game when he's at the crease'

WTC Final: Why Labuschagne got the nod ahead of Konstas

WTC Final: Why Labuschagne got the nod ahead of Konstas

Rediff.com11 Jun 2025

Former No. 1-ranked Test batter Marnus Labuschagne will be pushed up in the order to open alongside Usman Khawaja.

Over 800 IndiGo flights cancelled on day 5 as cancellation chaos persists

Over 800 IndiGo flights cancelled on day 5 as cancellation chaos persists

Rediff.com6 Dec 2025

DGCA provided temporary relief to IndiGo, which is partially owned by Rahul Bhatia, by rolling back the night duty definition to 12 am-5 am from 12 am-6 am earlier, and allowing its pilots to do six night-landings from two earlier, besides other relaxations.

Early bird Jadeja cashes in on a gut call

Early bird Jadeja cashes in on a gut call

Rediff.com4 Jul 2025

'The more you bat in England, the better it is because you never feel you are set in England.'

Hussain, Atherton lambast 'ridiculous' England top-order

Hussain, Atherton lambast 'ridiculous' England top-order

Rediff.com4 Jul 2025

'Hussain was baffled by England's top three approach on Edgbaston's flat surface when the ball was slightly swinging.

Djokovic questions 'special treatment' for Sinner

Djokovic questions 'special treatment' for Sinner

Rediff.com12 Nov 2025

Novak Djokovic said the shortness and timing of Jannik Sinner's ban this year for an inadvertent doping violation was "odd" and the case would hang over the four-time Grand Slam champion like a cloud for the rest of his career.

Ton-up Pope sheds all doubts to reclaim No 3 spot

Ton-up Pope sheds all doubts to reclaim No 3 spot

Rediff.com22 Jun 2025

Selected at number three ahead of the burgeoning talent of Jacob Bethell, who averaged 52 on his first Test tour of New Zealand, Pope settled after early scares to compile his ninth Test century.

India defend selection strategy

India defend selection strategy

Rediff.com4 Aug 2025

'Yeah, 100 per cent. That's a good question, and I think that's something we'll obviously reflect on after the tour, the things we could have done better.'

Older and Wiser, Dawson Seeks to Make Most of Test Comeback

Older and Wiser, Dawson Seeks to Make Most of Test Comeback

Rediff.com24 Jul 2025

'...I thought Test cricket was gone. To be back involved is really cool and I've got to try and enjoy each day that I get.'

EPL PIX: Man United lose; Saka scores on return

EPL PIX: Man United lose; Saka scores on return

Rediff.com2 Apr 2025

IMAGES from the Premier League matches played on Tuesday.

Bhopal gas anniversary rally sparks row over effigy; organisers booked

Bhopal gas anniversary rally sparks row over effigy; organisers booked

Rediff.com4 Dec 2025

A rally marking the 41st anniversary of the Bhopal gas tragedy was disrupted by a controversy over an effigy allegedly depicting an RSS 'sevak,' leading to an FIR against organizers.

Gill will want to be a little more proactive: Shastri

Gill will want to be a little more proactive: Shastri

Rediff.com1 Jul 2025

'The most important thing for India is to throw the counter punch almost immediately.'

Pope defends batting on Day 1: 'Not abandoning Bazball'

Pope defends batting on Day 1: 'Not abandoning Bazball'

Rediff.com11 Jul 2025

'It felt like you had to force the ball through, which in England were are not used to -- you usually get rewards for your cuts and clips.'

BCCI slammed for Bumrah blunder

BCCI slammed for Bumrah blunder

Rediff.com27 Jun 2025

'Why let England know what's coming and what's not? Why not keep it under wraps and make them guess?'

How RBI Governor Fared In The First Year

How RBI Governor Fared In The First Year

Rediff.com29 Dec 2025

Sanjay Malhotra has made structural changes to banking regulation to bring down costs and increase efficiency. Plus, he kicked off a benign interest regime. But there are challenges ahead.

At G7 Summit, Modi urges global action against terrorism

At G7 Summit, Modi urges global action against terrorism

Rediff.com18 Jun 2025

Reaffirming India's stand against terrorism, Prime Minister Narendra Modi has urged leaders of the G7 to galvanise global action against terrorism and underscored the need for strict action against those who 'promote and support' it.

Japan Open: Satwik-Chirag, Lakshya storm into Japan Open R2, Sindhu bows out

Japan Open: Satwik-Chirag, Lakshya storm into Japan Open R2, Sindhu bows out

Rediff.com16 Jul 2025

In men's doubles, Satwik and Chirag, currently ranked 15th in the world, defeated the Korean duo of Kang Min Hyuk and Kim Dong Ju 21-18, 21-10 in just 42 minutes.

PIX: Spurs down Manchester United to end losing streak

PIX: Spurs down Manchester United to end losing streak

Rediff.com17 Feb 2025

United manager Ruben Amorim's tough start to life at Old Trafford continues though and the Portuguese has now lost eight of the 14 Premier League matches since he took charge.

Brazil blank Senegal in bad-tempered friendly

Brazil blank Senegal in bad-tempered friendly

Rediff.com16 Nov 2025

Brazil beat Senegal 2-0 in feisty friendly at the Emirates

Headingley Test: Will weather affect result on Day 5?

Headingley Test: Will weather affect result on Day 5?

Rediff.com24 Jun 2025

The temperatures in Leeds are expected to hover between 15 to 21C which is not ideal for batting, especially under cloudy skies and breezy conditions.

Why Gill is forgiven for major slip up on Day 1

Why Gill is forgiven for major slip up on Day 1

Rediff.com1 Aug 2025

In a lapse of concentration, Atkinson picked the ball and sent the timber rattling to have Gill run out on 21(35).

SEE: India Sharpen Fielding Skills In Fun Drills

SEE: India Sharpen Fielding Skills In Fun Drills

Rediff.com11 Jun 2025

In a video shared on BCCI's X handle, the playing were seen performing intense drills as they prepped ahead of the opening Test against England.

'We need to invest trust in Karun Nair'

'We need to invest trust in Karun Nair'

Rediff.com12 Jul 2025

I would hope that India stick by him, at least another couple of games, just to give him a run at No.3, feels former England captain Michael Vaughan.

J-K LG sacks two teachers for alleged terror links

J-K LG sacks two teachers for alleged terror links

Rediff.com30 Oct 2025

Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha dismissed two government employees, both teachers, for their alleged links with terrorists. The action is part of Sinha's zero-tolerance policy against terrorism and a broader crackdown on the terror ecosystem within Jammu and Kashmir.