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Over 4,000 AI cameras, 15K personnel deployed for India AI Impact Summit

Over 4,000 AI cameras, 15K personnel deployed for India AI Impact Summit

Rediff.com17 Feb 2026

Over 4,000 AI-enabled cameras and 15,000 security personnel are deployed for the India AI Impact Summit 2026 at Bharat Mandapam, ensuring high-level security and surveillance.

Former India hockey coach Michael Nobbs passes away

Former India hockey coach Michael Nobbs passes away

Rediff.com29 Jan 2026

Michael Nobbs took over the coaching of the Indian men's team in 2011 after it had failed to qualify for the Beijing Games in 2008.

Jasprit Bumrah to focus on ODIs ahead of 2027 World Cup

Jasprit Bumrah to focus on ODIs ahead of 2027 World Cup

Rediff.com10 Mar 2026

Bumrah Workload: With focus on 2027 World Cup, pace spearhead to play more ODIs than T20Is

Why Australia's top stars are not travelling to Pakistan!

Why Australia's top stars are not travelling to Pakistan!

Rediff.com19 Jan 2026

Josh Hazlewood, Nathan Ellis, Glenn Maxwell and hTim David will also be rested from the three-match T20I series against Pakistan, starting on January 29.

Exclusive! She Helped Aishwarya, Sushmita, Priyanka Win

Exclusive! She Helped Aishwarya, Sushmita, Priyanka Win

Rediff.com5 Mar 2026

Sathya Saran, the woman behind many of India's international pageant wins, reveal why India is no longer bringing the crown home.

IPL 2026: Samson, Young Guns Drive CSK's Rebuild

IPL 2026: Samson, Young Guns Drive CSK's Rebuild

Rediff.com30 Mar 2026

Chennai Super Kings head into IPL 2026 with a young squad, new signings like Sanju Samson and a focus on rebuilding as Mahendra Singh Dhoni's era nears its final chapter.

Jazz City Review: Over-Ambitious Historical Fiction

Jazz City Review: Over-Ambitious Historical Fiction

Rediff.com19 Mar 2026

Jazz City could have been enjoyable had it not been so densely over-plotted and unevenly executed, notes Deepa Gahlot.

IPL 2026: Kumble urges Abhishek to emulate Sehwag's balance of aggression and consistency

IPL 2026: Kumble urges Abhishek to emulate Sehwag's balance of aggression and consistency

Rediff.com19 Mar 2026

Former India captain Anil Kumble advises Abhishek Sharma to balance his aggressive batting style with consistency, drawing parallels with Virender Sehwag's career progression.

'Film Industry Is Waiting For Yami Gautam-Aditya Dhar To Fumble And Fall'

'Film Industry Is Waiting For Yami Gautam-Aditya Dhar To Fumble And Fall'

Rediff.com13 Mar 2026

'Aditya Dhar and Yami Gautam will have to move forward with extra caution.'

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.

The Stars Who Sizzled In 2025: Samantha, Deepika...

The Stars Who Sizzled In 2025: Samantha, Deepika...

Rediff.com15 Dec 2025

In 2025, Indian stars didn't just make global fashion moments, they owned them.

BCCI hails India's composure after U-19 World Cup triumph

BCCI hails India's composure after U-19 World Cup triumph

Rediff.com6 Feb 2026

BCCI president Mithun Manhas and secretary Devajit Saikia praised India's composure and planning after the U-19 team beat England by 100 runs to clinch a record sixth World Cup title in Harare.

MI vs RCB at Wankhede blockbuster of IPL 2026 first phase

MI vs RCB at Wankhede blockbuster of IPL 2026 first phase

Rediff.com12 Mar 2026

Irfan Pathan says the IPL 2026 clash between Mumbai Indians and Royal Challengers Bengaluru at Wankhede Stadium will be the biggest match of the tournament's opening phase.

Chiraiya Review: Thought-Provoking Yet Inconsistent

Chiraiya Review: Thought-Provoking Yet Inconsistent

Rediff.com20 Mar 2026

Chiraiya could have been a powerful, hard-hitting series but it ends up feeling scattered and emotionally uneven, observes Divya Nair.

Why Babar Azam is skipping National T20 event

Why Babar Azam is skipping National T20 event

Rediff.com11 Mar 2026

Former Pakistan captain Babar Azam has withdrawn from the National T20 Championship to work on his batting technique ahead of the Pakistan Super League (PSL).

The Actor Who Plays The Most Special Role In Dhurandhar The Revenge

The Actor Who Plays The Most Special Role In Dhurandhar The Revenge

Rediff.com24 Mar 2026

Ahida Sarmai, a special child with Down's Syndrome, makes her own space among Dhurandhar's biggest stars.

'Chhotu, World Cup jitayega?': How Suryakumar's Gut Call Sparked Ishan Kishan's World Cup Heroics

'Chhotu, World Cup jitayega?': How Suryakumar's Gut Call Sparked Ishan Kishan's World Cup Heroics

Rediff.com16 Mar 2026

India's T20 World Cup winning captain Suryakumar Yadav discusses his decision to include Ishan Kishan in the team based on gut feeling along with Sanju Samson's impact with the bat.

Rising Stars Asia Cup: Listless India A go down to Bangladesh A

Rising Stars Asia Cup: Listless India A go down to Bangladesh A

Rediff.com22 Nov 2025

Insipid India A go down to Bangladesh A in Super Over of Rising Asia Cup semifinals

Indian Athletes Shine at World Para Athletics Grand Prix

Indian Athletes Shine at World Para Athletics Grand Prix

Rediff.com11 Mar 2026

Indian athletes showcased their dominance at the World Para Athletics Grand Prix, securing numerous gold, silver, and bronze medals across various events, highlighting the nation's strength in para-athletics.

Prakash Padukone, Yuvraj, Paes For Gavaskar's Charity Golf Event

Prakash Padukone, Yuvraj, Paes For Gavaskar's Charity Golf Event

Rediff.com3 Mar 2026

A star-studded charity golf event, organised by Sunil Gavaskar's CHAMPS Foundation, will feature cricket legends and other sporting icons to support former Indian athletes facing hardship.

Pakistan Trolls India Over Handshake Snub

Pakistan Trolls India Over Handshake Snub

Rediff.com22 Jan 2026

Ahead of Pakistan's T20I series against Australia, the PCB released a promotional video meant to showcase the country's hospitality but it also appeared to take a subtle jab at India over the handshake snub.

Shaina Manimuthu Wins Bronze at Dutch Junior International

Shaina Manimuthu Wins Bronze at Dutch Junior International

Rediff.com2 Mar 2026

Indian badminton player Shaina Manimuthu won a bronze medal at the Dutch Junior International tournament, losing in the semifinals to China's Yi Qing Yin.

Indian Athletes Shine at World Para Athletics Grand Prix

Indian Athletes Shine at World Para Athletics Grand Prix

Rediff.com11 Mar 2026

Indian para-athletes showcased their dominance at the World Para Athletics Grand Prix, securing numerous gold, silver, and bronze medals across various events, highlighting the nation's strength in para-sports.

Parag: Rajasthan Royals keen on fixing past flaws after Samson exit

Parag: Rajasthan Royals keen on fixing past flaws after Samson exit

Rediff.com19 Mar 2026

Riyan Parag says Sanju Samson is irreplaceable as Rajasthan Royals reshape squad with Jadeja and Curran ahead of IPL 2026.

IPL 2026: Kohli will want to win back-to-back titles and make an impact in every game, says Pathan

IPL 2026: Kohli will want to win back-to-back titles and make an impact in every game, says Pathan

Rediff.com12 Mar 2026

Defending champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) will begin the new season of the Indian Premier League (IPL) hoping to retain the title, and former India all-rounder Irfan Pathan believes batting stalwart Virat Kohli will play a major role in that effort.

Made In Korea Review: Generic Coming-of-Age Drama

Made In Korea Review: Generic Coming-of-Age Drama

Rediff.com21 Mar 2026

Made in Korea had the potential to be a culturally rich coming-of-age story but settles for a generic template with an underdeveloped location setting, notes Sreeju Sudhakaran.

The Hundred: Fans Rage After SRH Sign Pak's Abrar

The Hundred: Fans Rage After SRH Sign Pak's Abrar

Rediff.com13 Mar 2026

The auction of The Hundred on Thursday was meant to be a celebratory milestone for the England and Wales Cricket Board. Instead, it has triggered a controversy in India.

Youngest chess star ever? India's 3-year-old makes history

Youngest chess star ever? India's 3-year-old makes history

Rediff.com4 Dec 2025

India's Sarwagya Singh Kushwaha has become the youngest player in chess history to earn an official FIDE rating at the age of three years, seven months and 20 days.

ICC T20I Rankings: Kishan No. 2, chasing Abhishek

ICC T20I Rankings: Kishan No. 2, chasing Abhishek

Rediff.com11 Mar 2026

Ishan Kishan's impressive performance in the T20 World Cup has propelled him to a career-high second position in the ICC T20I batting rankings, while Rashid Khan overtakes Varun Chakravarthy to become the top-ranked bowler.

Desi Girls, Global Stage: Sreeleela, Bhoomika...

Desi Girls, Global Stage: Sreeleela, Bhoomika...

Rediff.com4 Mar 2026

Indian women aren't just attending global fashion weeks; they're owning them and representing our country on the biggest platforms.

From Sanju's Sixes To Allen's Blitz: T20 WC 2026 In Numbers

From Sanju's Sixes To Allen's Blitz: T20 WC 2026 In Numbers

Rediff.com10 Mar 2026

here are the standout stats and records from the ICC Men's T20 World Cup.

India will take off if Abhishek Sharma fires: Shastri

India will take off if Abhishek Sharma fires: Shastri

Rediff.com22 Jan 2026

Ravi Shastri believes India too will "take off" in next month's T20 World Cup if their explosive opener Abhishek Sharma fires, while Kevin Pietersen hailed the lefthander as a "proper star".

Can India's Fab 8 Script T20 World Cup History?

Can India's Fab 8 Script T20 World Cup History?

Rediff.com3 Feb 2026

The eight players who featured in India's World Cup triumph in 2024 will aim to repeat their magic from two years ago.

IPL 2026: 'Won't Be Surprised If Dhoni Gives Sanju Keeping Role'

IPL 2026: 'Won't Be Surprised If Dhoni Gives Sanju Keeping Role'

Rediff.com17 Mar 2026

'Sanju Samson is the right guy to take over, and credit to Dhoni because he's hung around, waiting for the right person to come.'

IPL 2026: 'If He Bats For 5 Or 10 Balls, Imagine What Mahibhai Can Do'

IPL 2026: 'If He Bats For 5 Or 10 Balls, Imagine What Mahibhai Can Do'

Rediff.com12 Mar 2026

'I don't see a point in Dhoni batting at Number 8 or 9, because he has the potential to turn games around single-handedly, something no other batter in the CSK team can do.'

Mystery spinner shocks India stars at Eden nets

Mystery spinner shocks India stars at Eden nets

Rediff.com18 Nov 2025

Little-known ambidextrous Bengal spinner Kaushik Maity seamlessly doubled up for both roles during the optional practice session.

How Abhishek Sharma's eight sixes sealed India's victory

How Abhishek Sharma's eight sixes sealed India's victory

Rediff.com21 Jan 2026

Abhishek Sharma smashed an incendiary 84 to fashion India's 48-run victory against New Zealand in the first Twenty20 international in Nagpur on Wednesday.

CCI flags concerns over Viacom 18-Star India deal

CCI flags concerns over Viacom 18-Star India deal

Rediff.com22 Aug 2024

The Competition Commission of India (CCI) has flagged possible anti-competitive concerns with respect to the proposed USD 8.5-billion Viacom18-Star India merger and has sought detailed responses from the parties concerned, sources said.

SMAT: Four-star Thakur stars as Vidarbha down Andhra

SMAT: Four-star Thakur stars as Vidarbha down Andhra

Rediff.com8 Dec 2025

In another match, young Assam pacer Sadek Hussain returned a four-wicket haul on way to defeating Kerala by five wickets.

Cooling hub Sri City gets a Carrier legacy stamp

Cooling hub Sri City gets a Carrier legacy stamp

Rediff.com18 Feb 2026

Sri City in Andhra Pradesh is dubbed the "Cooling City" of India, accounting for nearly 40 per cent of the air conditioners (ACs) manufactured in the country. On Tuesday, this industrial hub added one more feather to its cooling credentials. Carrier Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Ltd, the Indian arm of the oldest AC company in the world, Carrier Global, signed a deal to invest around ~1,000 crore for a new manufacturing unit at Sri City.