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Terrorists shot dead 3 of our kin: Maha family recounts Pahalgam attack

Terrorists shot dead 3 of our kin: Maha family recounts Pahalgam attack

Rediff.com24 Apr 2025

Survivors of a terrorist attack in Jammu and Kashmir's Baisaran recount a horrific massacre in which 26 tourists were killed. The attackers, clad in brown clothes and wearing GoPro cameras, demanded to know who was Hindu or Muslim before firing indiscriminately. Families of the victims demand accountability and justice, calling for increased security at tourist spots.

Irfan questions denial of central contracts to Iyer, Kishan

Irfan questions denial of central contracts to Iyer, Kishan

Rediff.com29 Feb 2024

Former India pacer Irfan Pathan has questioned the BCCI's decision to deny central contracts to Ishan Kishan and Shreyas Iyer for ignoring a diktat to play Ranji Trophy, saying that players like Hardik Pandya have not been judged on the same parameter.

Under-fire Bairstow nears landmark, McCullum shows faith in batter

Under-fire Bairstow nears landmark, McCullum shows faith in batter

Rediff.com28 Feb 2024

Despite losing the series, McCullum maintains positive outlook.

Best Colleges To Study Computer Science

Best Colleges To Study Computer Science

Rediff.com30 Jan 2025

rediffGURU Radheshyam Zanwar counsels students about how to pursue a successful career in science, medicine and technology.

Would love to play Test against Pakistan, says Rohit

Would love to play Test against Pakistan, says Rohit

Rediff.com18 Apr 2024

India captain Rohit Sharma says he wouldn't mind playing Tests against Pakistan at a neutral venue as it would be a "great contest" against the "superb bowling line-up" of the arch-rivals.

'Rohit's leadership key to India's success'

'Rohit's leadership key to India's success'

Rediff.com13 Aug 2024

Rohit has earned laurels in white-ball cricket, and his impressive tally speaks volumes about his prowess in limited-over cricket.

Dealers optimistic about future of cement industry

Dealers optimistic about future of cement industry

Rediff.com16 Mar 2025

After several years of consolidation and price weakness, the cement industry may be moving towards a more stable phase. Pan-Indian, average cement prices have risen through the past three months consecutively.

Modi, Kangana in fray as India votes in final phase

Modi, Kangana in fray as India votes in final phase

Rediff.com1 Jun 2024

Other prominent candidates among the 904 in the fray are Union minister Anurag Thakur, West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee's nephew Abhishek Banerjee, RJD supremo Lalu Prasad's daughter Misa Bharti.

India Should Tread Warily On Battlefield

India Should Tread Warily On Battlefield

Rediff.com1 May 2025

Pakistan has warned the international community that any military moves by India shall be 'responded to assuredly and decisively... onus of any escalatory spiral and its consequences shall squarely lie with India.' Implicit in the statement is a veiled threat that even a nuclear threshold may be reached if push comes to shove, warns Ambassador M K Bhadrakumar.

A Daughter Pays Homage To Her Father

A Daughter Pays Homage To Her Father

Rediff.com10 Dec 2021

Brigadier Lidder's wife and daughter pay homage to a soldier who will always be remembered, never forgotten.

Want players to make match-winning contributions: Dravid

Want players to make match-winning contributions: Dravid

Rediff.com7 Dec 2023

Ahead of India's tour of South Africa, 'Men in Blue' head coach Rahul Dravid asked his side to give a match-winning contribution in the upcoming series.

2 classmates rape 13-yr-old girl at Mumbai school

2 classmates rape 13-yr-old girl at Mumbai school

Rediff.com2 Dec 2022

Two boys allegedly raped their 13-year-old classmate inside the classroom of their civic-run school in Matunga area of Mumbai, after which the police registered a case against them, an official said on Friday.

'Kohli must show he is a better option'

'Kohli must show he is a better option'

Rediff.com4 Dec 2023

'...than the youngsters who are playing currently and Rohit Sharma as T20 batter and captain versus Hardik Pandya, the T20 batter, all-rounder and captain.'

Matrimony.com rolls out mobile app to serve LGBT community

Matrimony.com rolls out mobile app to serve LGBT community

Rediff.com7 Sep 2022

Matchmaking service provider Matrimony.com has unveiled 'RainbowLuv' mobile application to serve the members of the gay, lesbian, bisexual, trans, asexual community, the company said on Wednesday. The RainbowLuv matchmaking and relationship application helps members of the LGBTQIA+ community to find serious and meaningful relationships. "Matrimony.com believes in empowering every individual to find a preferred partner.

'China-India-US Triangle Will Be One Of The More Fascinating Geopolitical Storylines Of The Second Trump Administration'

'China-India-US Triangle Will Be One Of The More Fascinating Geopolitical Storylines Of The Second Trump Administration'

Rediff.com13 Nov 2024

'The border deal offers a hedge for India against Trump's unpredictability when it comes to his approach to competition with China.'

Only 1 black African in WC squad unacceptable: CSA criticised

Only 1 black African in WC squad unacceptable: CSA criticised

Rediff.com15 May 2024

Cricket South Africa (CSA) has been criticised for failing to meet "transformational targets" with only one black African in Kagiso Rabada part of the T20 World Cup squad.

'Everything Is Give-And-Take With Trump'

'Everything Is Give-And-Take With Trump'

Rediff.com12 Feb 2025

'Transactionalism is in his DNA.'

An Open Letter To Terrorists Who Attacked Pahalgam

An Open Letter To Terrorists Who Attacked Pahalgam

Rediff.com25 Apr 2025

'I am ashamed that you and I were born into the same faith -- because we are nothing alike. My religion is humanity. The Islam I know teaches me to protect the innocent. Yours celebrates slaughter, you #&$#@#. 'My Islam teaches me to serve my nation. Yours tells you to tear it apart,' writes Major Dr Mohommed Ali Shah (retd).

Will NZ captain Williamson quit T20 Internationals?

Will NZ captain Williamson quit T20 Internationals?

Rediff.com18 Jun 2024

Following New Zealand's shock exit from the T20 World Cup, Kane Williamson was non-committal about his future.

Guess Who Predicted Head's Stardom?

Guess Who Predicted Head's Stardom?

Rediff.com20 Nov 2023

'I am a big fan of Travis Head as a cricketer, I believe he will be a future star for Australia in all forms of the game.'

Starc reveals Australia's blueprint for Ahmedabad pitch

Starc reveals Australia's blueprint for Ahmedabad pitch

Rediff.com19 Nov 2023

Starc shared insights into Australia's anticipation of a dry and slow pitch.

Run-machine Kohli dominates World Cup records

Run-machine Kohli dominates World Cup records

Rediff.com19 Nov 2023

Virat Kohli becomes second-highest run scorer in history of the ODI World Cup

World Cup Final PIX: Surya Kirans' grand display lights up Motera

World Cup Final PIX: Surya Kirans' grand display lights up Motera

Rediff.com19 Nov 2023

Prior to the start of the World Cup final, Indian Air Force's aerobatic team Surya Kirans put up a grand show at the Narendra Modi Stadium.

Telcos reiterate demands over FSC, 6 GHz spectrum

Telcos reiterate demands over FSC, 6 GHz spectrum

Rediff.com13 Jun 2024

Telecom service providers have doubled down on their demands for a proposed fair-share charge (FSC) to be levied on major over-the-top (OTT) service providers, opening up the 6 GHz spectrum band and increasing the number of testing labs for telecommunication products. Telecom industry body Cellular Operators Association of India (COAI) on Wednesday said these were the topmost demands for Prime Minister Narendra Modi-led National Democratic Alliance (NDA) government. The industry body wants this additional capital expenditure to be borne by these Large Traffic Generator (LTGs) OTTs as a proposed fair-share charge.

Maruti, Hyundai report muted sales in October

Maruti, Hyundai report muted sales in October

Rediff.com1 Nov 2024

Auto majors Maruti Suzuki India and Hyundai reported muted sales performance in October as the companies curtailed dispatches to dealers in order to cut inventory build up.

Harry Brook returns home; to miss India series

Harry Brook returns home; to miss India series

Rediff.com21 Jan 2024

England's Harry Brook will miss the five-match Test series against India as the middle-order batsman will return home with immediate effect because of personal reasons, the ECB announced on Sunday.

'You are truly god's child'

'You are truly god's child'

Rediff.com16 Nov 2023

'Utterly grateful to Him for blessing me with your love and to watch you grow from strength to strength and achieve all that you have, and will, being honest to yourself and to the sport always.'

1984 anti-Sikh riots: Forty years on, where cases stand

1984 anti-Sikh riots: Forty years on, where cases stand

Rediff.com31 Oct 2024

However, it was only in May 2023 that the central probe agency the CBI filed a chargesheet against Congress leader Jagdish Tytler for his alleged role in the killings of three people on November 1, 1984.

5 leading wicket takers of World Cup 2023

5 leading wicket takers of World Cup 2023

Rediff.com13 Nov 2023

Let's take a look at the standout performers in the bowling department:

'Rohit has made the dressing room a secure one'

'Rohit has made the dressing room a secure one'

Rediff.com13 Nov 2023

Former Australia skipper Aaron Finch pointed to Rohit's aggressive approach in the powerplay.

I urge wrestlers to play in Nationals organised by ad-hoc committee, not by WFI: Sakshi

I urge wrestlers to play in Nationals organised by ad-hoc committee, not by WFI: Sakshi

Rediff.com18 Jan 2024

Olympic bronze medallist Sakshi Malik on Thursday advised the country's wrestlers to participate in the Nationals conducted by the ad-hoc committee in Jaipur and not in the event organised by the suspended national federation.

Why Bhutia has called for complete overhaul in AIFF

Why Bhutia has called for complete overhaul in AIFF

Rediff.com13 Sep 2024

'Overall it's time that the federation focuses on how to take Indian football forward. You cannot just have Vision 2046 on paper and not implement things.'

ACT Hockey: Pakistan's players are like my brothers: Harmanpreet

ACT Hockey: Pakistan's players are like my brothers: Harmanpreet

Rediff.com13 Sep 2024

India captain Harmanpreet Singh is excited to resume the rivalry against Pakistan in the most-awaited round-robin match of the Asian Champions Trophy on Saturday.

Key Moments: How Australia trounced India in final

Key Moments: How Australia trounced India in final

Rediff.com19 Nov 2023

Australia's grizzly-haired veterans brought all their big-game experience to the fore

SL's parliament tells 'corrupt' cricket board to resign

SL's parliament tells 'corrupt' cricket board to resign

Rediff.com9 Nov 2023

Sri Lanka's parliament unanimously passed a resolution on Thursday, calling for the sacking of the country's cricket governing body, with both the ruling and opposition parties supporting it.

World Cup: Rain threatens New Zealand's semi-final bid

World Cup: Rain threatens New Zealand's semi-final bid

Rediff.com8 Nov 2023

'There's lots of things that we can't control and the weather is one of those.'

2 Arunachal youths go missing from China border

2 Arunachal youths go missing from China border

Rediff.com16 Oct 2022

Two Arunachal Pradesh youths from the state's Anjaw district have not returned home from August this year when they had set out in search of medicinal plants near the state's border with China.

Du Plessis keeping options open ahead of T20 World Cup

Du Plessis keeping options open ahead of T20 World Cup

Rediff.com8 Jan 2024

As much as Faf du Plessis finds MS Dhoni's leadership inspirational but when he leads Johannesburg Super Kings in the upcoming SA20, he will go about the job in his own way, with an eye on wearing the Proteas jersey in the T20 World Cup in June.

What's Kohli Telling Gambhir?

What's Kohli Telling Gambhir?

Rediff.com21 Apr 2024

KKR Mentor Gautam Gambhir was all ears as Virat Kohli did all the talking.

Rohidas boost for India in bronze play-off vs Spain

Rohidas boost for India in bronze play-off vs Spain

Rediff.com7 Aug 2024

A heart-wrenching defeat in the semi-finals notwithstanding, a demoralised Indian men's hockey team will have to regroup quickly and aim for a second consecutive podium finish at the Olympics when it takes on Spain in the bronze medal play-off in Paris on Thursday.