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Indian Surfing Chief Arun Vasu Takes Helm At Asian Federation

Indian Surfing Chief Arun Vasu Takes Helm At Asian Federation

Rediff.com7 Aug 2026

Arun Vasu, president of the Surfing Federation of India, has been elected as the new head of the Asian Surfing Federation (ASF) after a supervised voting process. He succeeds Atsushi Sakai of Japan and aims to build on the legacy while promoting surfing and SUP across Asia.

Commonwealth Games: Indian Judoka Arun Kumar Withdrawn After Dope Test

Commonwealth Games: Indian Judoka Arun Kumar Withdrawn After Dope Test

Rediff.com23 Jul 2026

Indian judoka Arun Kumar has been withdrawn from the Glasgow Commonwealth Games after failing an out-of-competition dope test. He has received a provisional suspension from NADA, reducing India's contingent size.

Commonwealth Games: Indian Judoka Arun Kumar Withdrawn After Dope Test

Commonwealth Games: Indian Judoka Arun Kumar Withdrawn After Dope Test

Rediff.com23 Jul 2026

Indian judoka Arun Kumar has been withdrawn from the Glasgow Commonwealth Games after failing an out-of-competition dope test. He has received a provisional suspension from NADA, reducing India's contingent size.

Indian Judoka Arun Kumar Withdrawn From Commonwealth Games After Dope Test Failure

Indian Judoka Arun Kumar Withdrawn From Commonwealth Games After Dope Test Failure

Rediff.com23 Jul 2026

Indian judoka Arun Kumar has been withdrawn from the upcoming Glasgow Commonwealth Games after failing an out-of-competition dope test. He tested positive for an anabolic steroid and has been provisionally suspended by NADA, reducing India's judo contingent.

Team Nadda Vs Team Nabin: Who's In, Who's Out

Team Nadda Vs Team Nabin: Who's In, Who's Out

Rediff.com3 hours ago

Bharatiya Janata Party President Nitin Nabin has made his first significant mark on the BJP's national apparatus with a major organisational reshuffle, bringing back key figures like Smriti Irani and Ram Madhav while removing Nadda-era functionaries, signalling a strategic move ahead of crucial state elections.

Underdog Indian Chain Dominates Formidables To Win East Zone Bridge Championship

Underdog Indian Chain Dominates Formidables To Win East Zone Bridge Championship

Rediff.com1 days ago

Indian Chain, an unfancied team, secured a dominant victory over favourites Formidables in the team event at the fifth Balarampur Chini East Zone Bridge Championship in Kolkata, also winning a significant prize purse.

BCCI Confirms Afghanistan T20 series In Delhi; India's Tour Of Bangladesh In Doubt

BCCI Confirms Afghanistan T20 series In Delhi; India's Tour Of Bangladesh In Doubt

Rediff.com5 days ago

The Afghanistan Cricket Board and the Board of Control for Cricket in India have confirmed that Afghanistan will host India for a three-match T20I series at the Arun Jaitley Cricket Stadium in Delhi next month.

New BJP team: Many sidelined faces make a comeback

New BJP team: Many sidelined faces make a comeback

Rediff.com2 hours ago

Several prominent BJP leaders, including former Union minister Smriti Irani, RSS veteran Ram Madhav, and former chief ministers Biplab Kumar Deb and Tirath Singh Rawat, have been reinstated into significant roles within the party's national team. This reshuffle marks a political recovery for many who had previously seen their influence wane or lost electoral battles, positioning them for key organisational responsibilities ahead of upcoming elections.

BJP replaces Amit Malviya, appoints new social media chief

BJP replaces Amit Malviya, appoints new social media chief

Rediff.com4 hours ago

The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has appointed academic Deepak Mhaskey as the new head of its social media department, succeeding Amit Malviya who led the party's digital outreach for 11 years. Malviya expressed confidence in the new leadership to further enhance the BJP's digital communication and public discourse.

BJP replaces Amit Malviya, appoints new social media chief

BJP replaces Amit Malviya, appoints new social media chief

Rediff.com4 hours ago

Deepak Mhaskey, an academic and former member of the board of Engineers India Limited, has been appointed as the new head of the BJP's social media department, taking over from Amit Malviya, who led the department for 11 years. Malviya expressed confidence in the new leadership to further strengthen the party's digital communication.

BJP rejig: Smriti Irani makes comeback, Ram Madhav gets key role

BJP rejig: Smriti Irani makes comeback, Ram Madhav gets key role

Rediff.com3 hours ago

The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has announced a significant overhaul of its national team under party president Nitin Nabin, introducing numerous new faces and promoting prominent leaders like former Union minister Smriti Irani to general secretary and former RSS functionary Ram Madhav to vice president. The revamp aims to balance youth and experience while preparing for upcoming assembly and general elections.

DC Review: Devdas Gets A Violent Makeover

DC Review: Devdas Gets A Violent Makeover

Rediff.com7 Aug 2026

With DC, Arun Matheswaran gives the tale of Devdas a stylish, blood-soaked treatment where Wamiqa Gabbi and Anirudh Ravichander steal the show.

BJP replaces Amit Malviya, appoints new social media chief

BJP replaces Amit Malviya, appoints new social media chief

Rediff.com2 hours ago

The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has appointed Deepak Mhaskey, an academic and former board member of Engineers India Limited, as the new head of its social media department. He replaces Amit Malviya, who led the department for 11 years. Mhaskey, who holds a state minister-rank and is a permanent invitee of the BJP's Chhattisgarh unit, expressed gratitude for the significant responsibility.

Right to speedy trial a valuable right of victim too: SC

Right to speedy trial a valuable right of victim too: SC

Rediff.com1 hour ago

Observing that right to speedy trial is also a "valuable right" of a victim, the Supreme Court on Monday set aside an order of the Allahabad high court which had kept in abeyance the trial in a murder case.

Building Multiple Layers Health Cover Is A Must

Building Multiple Layers Health Cover Is A Must

Rediff.com12 hours ago

Combine a robust base health plan with a super top-up, critical illness cover and a dedicated medical corpus to protect household finances from soaring treatment costs.

15 Hidden Clues In The Ramayana Trailer

15 Hidden Clues In The Ramayana Trailer

Rediff.com7 Aug 2026

From Ravana's divine weapon to the mystery around Parashurama, the Ramayana trailer hides several fascinating details in plain sight.

Tricolour to fly in former Maoist bastions this I-Day: Chhattisgarh CM

Tricolour to fly in former Maoist bastions this I-Day: Chhattisgarh CM

Rediff.com6 days ago

Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai on Monday said Maoism was once considered difficult to eliminate, but the menace has now been wiped out, and this year the 'Tiranga Yatra' will also reach remote villages and schools in former Maoist strongholds of the state

Ranbir Kapoor Is Lord Ram; Who's Playing Whom In Ramayana?

Ranbir Kapoor Is Lord Ram; Who's Playing Whom In Ramayana?

Rediff.com4 Aug 2026

From Arun Govil and Shobana to Vivek Oberoi and Kajal Aggarwal, meet the sprawling supporting cast bringing Nitesh Tiwari's Ramayana to life.

NADA Suspends CWG Medallist Tulika Maan From Glasgow Games

NADA Suspends CWG Medallist Tulika Maan From Glasgow Games

Rediff.com24 Jul 2026

Birmingham Commonwealth Games silver-medallist judoka Tulika Maan has been provisionally suspended by the National Anti-Doping Agency (NADA) for three whereabouts failures, leading to her withdrawal from the ongoing Glasgow edition. This comes after another judoka, Arun Kumar, was also withdrawn for a dope test failure.

'Hope Music Of Ramayana Matches Music Of Adipurush'

'Hope Music Of Ramayana Matches Music Of Adipurush'

Rediff.com5 Aug 2026

'It is better not to compare Ramayana with Adipurush. There should be no shame in admitting that Adipurush couldn't meet expectations. People who are associated with the film made it with a lot of effort, but it was a failed attempt.'

Are You Ready For Ranbir's Ramayana Trailer?

Are You Ready For Ranbir's Ramayana Trailer?

Rediff.com23 Jul 2026

We are just hours away from the trailer launch of Nitesh Tiwari's Ramayana.

Vedanta targets $10 billion Ebitda by FY27, plans to cut debt by over Rs 20,000 crore

Vedanta targets $10 billion Ebitda by FY27, plans to cut debt by over Rs 20,000 crore

Rediff.com7 days ago

Metals and mining conglomerate Vedanta aims to achieve $10 billion in group Ebitda by FY27, a significant increase from $6 billion in FY26, and plans to reduce its overall debt by more than 20,000 crore during the same period, according to CFO Ajay Goel.

Ranbir Kapoor's Complex Daddy Issues On Screen

Ranbir Kapoor's Complex Daddy Issues On Screen

Rediff.com7 days ago

Ranbir Kapoor's filmography frequently explores complex father-son relationships, from rebellious youth seeking approval to sons grappling with loss and dysfunctional dynamics, culminating in his latest role as an exiled prince honouring his father's promise in Ramayana.

'Gyaneshwari's CWG silver will inspire Chhattisgarh's youth'

'Gyaneshwari's CWG silver will inspire Chhattisgarh's youth'

Rediff.com28 Jul 2026

Chhattisgarh's weightlifter Gyaneshwari Yadav has won a silver medal at the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, bringing pride to the state and the country.

Yash Dhull's Kings send DPL rivals a strong warning

Yash Dhull's Kings send DPL rivals a strong warning

Rediff.com4 Aug 2026

Central Delhi Kings successfully chased a massive target of 210 against North Delhi Strikers in the Delhi Premier League 2026. Captain Yash Dhull lauded the team's collective effort and the crucial partnership between Jonty Sidhu and Aditya Bhandari, which was instrumental in their victory.

In a first, 92 Maoist-free Bastar villages to celebrate I-Day

In a first, 92 Maoist-free Bastar villages to celebrate I-Day

Rediff.com8 Aug 2026

Ninety-two remote villages in Chhattisgarh's Bastar region, once a Maoist stronghold, will hoist the national flag for the first time since Independence on August 15. This historic event signifies the end of left-wing extremism in these areas, with the state government leading an extensive campaign to foster national pride.

Gyaneshwari Yadav's Silver Medal Inspires Chhattisgarh Youth

Gyaneshwari Yadav's Silver Medal Inspires Chhattisgarh Youth

Rediff.com28 Jul 2026

Chhattisgarh's weightlifter Gyaneshwari Yadav has won a silver medal at the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, bringing pride to the state and the country. Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai and Deputy Chief Minister Arun Sao congratulated her, highlighting her achievement as an inspiration for young athletes. Yadav's performance in the 53kg category involved a thrilling contest where she set new personal bests.

Nushrratt Turns Heads At Awards Show

Nushrratt Turns Heads At Awards Show

Rediff.com20 Jul 2026

The third edition of the NEXA Indian Streaming Academy Awards saw a mix of glamour and talent on the red carpet.

Star Judoka Tulika Maan Provisionally Suspended From Glasgow Commonwealth Games

Star Judoka Tulika Maan Provisionally Suspended From Glasgow Commonwealth Games

Rediff.com24 Jul 2026

Commonwealth Games silver medallist Tulika Maan has been provisionally suspended by NADA for three whereabouts failures, leading to her withdrawal from the ongoing Glasgow edition. She faces a potential two-year ban, making her the second Indian judoka pulled from the Games due to anti-doping violations.

Bangkok Love Story... And A Recipe

Bangkok Love Story... And A Recipe

Rediff.com23 Jul 2026

Bangkok is a fast, 24-hour megapolis, full of joie de vivre and buoyance that you will be instantly smitten, like I was.

Chhattisgarh Government Commits Rs 100 Crore To Sports Development

Chhattisgarh Government Commits Rs 100 Crore To Sports Development

Rediff.com28 Jul 2026

Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai announced a Rs 100 crore allocation for sports infrastructure and athlete development during a Sports Conclave in Raipur. The state government is focused on promoting sports, nurturing talent, and providing employment opportunities for outstanding sportspersons, alongside organising major sporting events like the Bastar and Surguja Olympics.

Vedika Pinto: 'I Don't Begrudge Star Kids At All'

Vedika Pinto: 'I Don't Begrudge Star Kids At All'

Rediff.com4 Aug 2026

'I don't think they are at fault for where they are born or what they are allotted.' 'If anything, today it feels like being a star kid comes with its own set of assumptions and challenges, regardless of how talented you are.'

Ramayana Trailer: Ranbir Wins As Ram, But Yash's Ravan...

Ramayana Trailer: Ranbir Wins As Ram, But Yash's Ravan...

Rediff.com30 Jul 2026

...does not feel quite epic yet.

Everyone Loves Crispy Palak Bhajiyas

Everyone Loves Crispy Palak Bhajiyas

Rediff.com30 Jul 2026

At sunset, in Vashi, New Bombay, a modest roadside stall, near the entrance of General Arun Kumar Vaidya Kala Kendra, quietly draws a steady stream of endless customers -- office-goers, students, families and regulars.

India's Best Superhero Movies

India's Best Superhero Movies

Rediff.com28 Jul 2026

Not every Indian superhero movie lands, but these seven prove the genre has plenty of potential.

Why Ramayana Trailer Is Postponed...

Why Ramayana Trailer Is Postponed...

Rediff.com24 Jul 2026

The highly anticipated trailer for Nitesh Tiwari's epic Ramayana, featuring Ranbir Kapoor, Sai Pallavi, and Yash, has been postponed from its scheduled July 24 release.

How Gen Z Can Build Wealth With 20% Rule

How Gen Z Can Build Wealth With 20% Rule

Rediff.com27 Jul 2026

'Users should protect their savings goals before allocating money to discretionary expenditure.'

Musafir Cafe Review: Fickle Face Of Modern Love

Musafir Cafe Review: Fickle Face Of Modern Love

Rediff.com24 Jul 2026

Vikrant Massey, Vedika Pinto and Mahima Makwana are persuasive enough to hold ground even when their on screen actions leave you more flummoxed than fascinated, notes Sukanya Verma.

Bharat Arun Has Helped Strengthen LSG's Bowling Attack: Rishabh Pant

Bharat Arun Has Helped Strengthen LSG's Bowling Attack: Rishabh Pant

Rediff.com20 Mar 2026

Lucknow Super Giants captain Rishabh Pant credits the addition of Bharat Arun to the coaching staff for strengthening the team's bowling department ahead of IPL 2026.

Arun Yadav Accuses BJP of Neglecting Farmers and Enabling Mafias in Madhya Pradesh

Arun Yadav Accuses BJP of Neglecting Farmers and Enabling Mafias in Madhya Pradesh

Rediff.com10 Apr 2026

Senior Congress leader Arun Yadav has criticised the BJP government in Madhya Pradesh, alleging neglect of farmers and the enabling of mafia activities.