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Pakistan to skip Women's World Cup opening ceremony in India

Pakistan to skip Women's World Cup opening ceremony in India

Rediff.com6 Sep 2025

Pakistan's women's team booked its berth in the marquee event by staying unbeaten in the ICC Women's ODI World Cup Qualifiers.

Root's big revelation: Why bowlers fear Harry Brook

Root's big revelation: Why bowlers fear Harry Brook

Rediff.com10 Sep 2025

Joe Root was full of praise for compatriot and Yorkshire teammate Harry Brook, saying that "he makes his life so much easier"

NorthEast United Retain Durand Cup With Thumping Win!

NorthEast United Retain Durand Cup With Thumping Win!

Rediff.com23 Aug 2025

Defending champions NorthEast United FC dished out a dominant performance to thrash debutants Diamond Harbour FC 6-1 in the grand finale of the 134th Indian Oil Durand Cup, clinching their second successive title in style.

'When I Can't Take Nonsense Any Longer Then Sparks Begin To Fly'

'When I Can't Take Nonsense Any Longer Then Sparks Begin To Fly'

Rediff.com23 Oct 2025

'Look after your own mother before looking after your neighbour's mother.' 'I don't believe in starving my own mother and feeding sweets to the neighbours.'

'Don' director Chandra Barot dies at 86

'Don' director Chandra Barot dies at 86

Rediff.com20 Jul 2025

Veteran filmmaker Chandra Barot, best known for directing the 1978 Amitabh Bachchan-starrer 'Don', passed away on Sunday due to cardiac arrest at a hospital in Mumbai. He was 86.

Mira's 'Life Lately' With Shahid

Mira's 'Life Lately' With Shahid

Rediff.com12 Jul 2025

Pooja and Siddhanth go trekking... Zahan spams us from London... Sara Tendulkar twins with Banita Sandhu...

Rohit gets big praise from Shoaib Akhtar

Rohit gets big praise from Shoaib Akhtar

Rediff.com25 Jun 2024

Runaway Rohit roars back into form ahead of semis

Quiz: How Well Do You Know Farhan Akhtar?

Quiz: How Well Do You Know Farhan Akhtar?

Rediff.com9 Jan 2024

Writer, director, actor, singer, producer, Farhan Akhtar dons many, MANY hats and makes the world, well Hindi cinema for sure, a cooler place.

Beverage firms seek removal of 'sin good' tag

Beverage firms seek removal of 'sin good' tag

Rediff.com28 Aug 2025

Amid the impending rejig in the goods and services tax (GST) rates, an association representing the country's beverages industry has appealed to the Centre to not classify aerated beverages as sin/demerit good and bring it under the 18 per cent slab while citing their "mass consumption" as a reason.

Kartarpur Corridor flooded, over 100 stranded

Kartarpur Corridor flooded, over 100 stranded

Rediff.com27 Aug 2025

Floodwaters from the Ravi River have inundated the Kartarpur Corridor in Pakistan, including Gurdwara Darbar Sahib, stranding over 100 people. Rescue operations are underway as thousands are evacuated from flooded areas.

Under par Markram has head coach's back

Under par Markram has head coach's back

Rediff.com17 Aug 2025

Conrad conceded that South Africa were a "batter light" but explained that if the players they have were willing to play with a little more self-confidence, it could work in Proteas' favour.

Ngidi rips into Australia as Proteas take series lead

Ngidi rips into Australia as Proteas take series lead

Rediff.com22 Aug 2025

Australia, who won the preceding T20 series between the sides, lost opener Travis Head and number three Marnus Labuschagne inside four overs.

Over 200 prisoners escape from Pak jail after earthquake

Over 200 prisoners escape from Pak jail after earthquake

Rediff.com3 Jun 2025

ne inmate was killed, and three paramilitary Frontier Corps personnel and one jail staff were injured in the Monday night incident in Karachi's Malir jail, Geo News reported.

Pak coach reveals reason for Babar's Asia Cup snub!

Pak coach reveals reason for Babar's Asia Cup snub!

Rediff.com17 Aug 2025

Pakistan head coach Mike Hesson said Babar Azam has been asked to improve certain aspects of his game.

Maxwell holds nerve as Aus edge SA in thriller

Maxwell holds nerve as Aus edge SA in thriller

Rediff.com16 Aug 2025

Australia's Glenn Maxwell produced an unbeaten half-century in a tense chase to help the hosts edge out South Africa by two wickets in the third and final Twenty20 International and complete a 2-1 series victory in Cairns on Saturday.

Kangana's Selfie In Session

Kangana's Selfie In Session

Rediff.com30 Jul 2025

Glimpses from India and around the world that will make you smile and cry.

'He Was More Family'

'He Was More Family'

Rediff.com21 Jul 2025

'It is difficult to put in words the loss.'

India not to blame for Pakistan's devastating floods: Experts

India not to blame for Pakistan's devastating floods: Experts

Rediff.com3 Sep 2025

Hydrology experts suggest that India cannot be directly blamed for the devastating monsoon flooding in Pakistan this year, citing greater destruction upstream of the border and lack of evidence for intentional action.

Neena Or Janhvi: Who Served Style Ace?

Neena Or Janhvi: Who Served Style Ace?

Rediff.com16 Jul 2025

Take the Wimbledon style poll and tell us who served an ace and who you think missed the mark!

Archer leaves England squad ahead of 2nd Test

Archer leaves England squad ahead of 2nd Test

Rediff.com30 Jun 2025

The second Test is scheduled to begin in Birmingham from Wednesday.

Did Bollywood Like Shanaya's Debut Film?

Did Bollywood Like Shanaya's Debut Film?

Rediff.com10 Jul 2025

Shanaya Kapoor is all set to make her Bollywood debut this week, and family and film folk rallied around her to welcome her on board.

Conway replaces injured Allen in NZ squad for T20 tri-series

Conway replaces injured Allen in NZ squad for T20 tri-series

Rediff.com13 Jul 2025

Finn Allen has been ruled out of the tournament after suffering a foot injury while representing the San Francisco Unicorns in the Major League Cricket in the United States.

Akram bats for Babar's return to Pakistan's T20I set-up

Akram bats for Babar's return to Pakistan's T20I set-up

Rediff.com8 Aug 2025

'The Asia Cup and then the World Cup are approaching, and we need a senior batter.'

Bromancing With Hrithik

Bromancing With Hrithik

Rediff.com13 Aug 2025

When not harnessing Hrithik Roshan's dripping handsomeness for lady-killer purposes, Bollywood has found him quite a fit for on screen bromances as well.

327 killed as flash floods lash northwest Pakistan in 48 hrs

327 killed as flash floods lash northwest Pakistan in 48 hrs

Rediff.com16 Aug 2025

Flash floods in Pakistan's Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province have resulted in a significant loss of life, with the death toll rising to 327 in the last 48 hours. The disaster has prompted relief efforts from the army and government agencies.

The Hundred: 42-YO Anderson returns, Rocky joins dad

The Hundred: 42-YO Anderson returns, Rocky joins dad

Rediff.com15 Jul 2025

Former England fast bowler James Anderson and Rocky Flintoff, son of former England all-rounder Andrew, have been selected as wildcard picks for The Hundred 2025, the league announced on Tuesday.

Will England unleash Archer in 2nd Test?

Will England unleash Archer in 2nd Test?

Rediff.com21 Jun 2025

Archer has not picked up a red cricket ball since May 2021 for Sussex after a series of injuries kept delaying his return.

Shoaib Akhtar Rips Into Pakistan Team

Shoaib Akhtar Rips Into Pakistan Team

Rediff.com26 Oct 2023

'Persisting with the same personnel and repeating the same mistakes will yield the same undesired results.'

The Real Genius Responsible For Sholay

The Real Genius Responsible For Sholay

Rediff.com13 Aug 2025

'Editor M S Shinde deserves full credit because, I'm told, Ramesh Sippy had shot 300,000 feet of footage, which was brought down to 18,000. 'He died in 2012, in a 126 square foot flat in Dharavi, penniless, a forgotten hero.'

Ranveer, Farhan doff hat to Kohli

Ranveer, Farhan doff hat to Kohli

Rediff.com12 May 2025

'Congratulations on an incredibly inspirational Test career and thank you for the memories Champ! @virat.kohli.'

'We Dream Under The Same Moon'

'We Dream Under The Same Moon'

Rediff.com31 Mar 2025

So while some celebrities celebrated Gudi Padwa and Chaitra Navratri, others celebrated Eid the next day.

India blocks Babar, Akram, Imran Khan's Instagram accounts

India blocks Babar, Akram, Imran Khan's Instagram accounts

Rediff.com2 May 2025

The Instagram accounts of leading current and former Pakistani cricketers were blocked in India on Friday.

To The Rescue After The Cloudburst

To The Rescue After The Cloudburst

Rediff.com6 Aug 2025

Glimpses from India and around the world that will make you smile and cry.

Just Who Is Elnaaz Norouzi?

Just Who Is Elnaaz Norouzi?

Rediff.com2 Jun 2025

This year is going to be extra special for Elnaaz as she will be seen in the reality show The Traitors and also in another Hollywood movie, Hotel Tehran, playing the lead opposite Zachary Levi and Liam Neeson.

'Sholay Is Not Perfect'

'Sholay Is Not Perfect'

Rediff.com18 Aug 2025

'It's there in everyone's heart. That's the beauty of masterpieces.'

13 soldiers killed as suicide bomber hits army convoy in Pak

13 soldiers killed as suicide bomber hits army convoy in Pak

Rediff.com28 Jun 2025

Among the 24 injured are 14 civilians, including women and children, with several said to be in critical condition.

The Best Part About Sholay Is...

The Best Part About Sholay Is...

Rediff.com6 Aug 2025

'I wouldn't change a single shot even if I could, the film is just perfect even with a supposedly flawed script!' Celebrating Sholay's 50th anniversary on August 15 with a special series, where contemporary film folk analyse the cult classic.

Aditi-Siddharth's Glamorous Outing

Aditi-Siddharth's Glamorous Outing

Rediff.com16 Apr 2025

Bollywood stars added glamour to the second edition of MAMI Select, held in Mumbai on April 15.

Celebrating #Father'sDay: 'To The Man Who Raised Me'

Celebrating #Father'sDay: 'To The Man Who Raised Me'

Rediff.com16 Jun 2025

Film folk took to social media to share adorable pictures and messages for her daddies on #HappyFathersDay.

India A bowlers struggle as Haines, Mousley hit tons

India A bowlers struggle as Haines, Mousley hit tons

Rediff.com1 Jun 2025

Earlier, Mukesh bowled with venom, taking three wickets to help India crawl back into the contest as England Lions stumbled to 333 for five at lunch on Day 3.