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'Sorry boys, I let you down': Hamilton's costly mistake

'Sorry boys, I let you down': Hamilton's costly mistake

Rediff.com11 Oct 2026

Lewis Hamilton apologised to Ferrari after missing a crucial pit entry during a Virtual Safety Car period at the Singapore Grand Prix, which prevented the team from securing a double podium. His decision to stay out led to significant tyre degradation and a drop to sixth place, costing valuable points. Ferrari team boss Fred Vasseur confirmed there was no miscommunication and acknowledged the missed opportunity.

7 Zero Belly Smoothies For Mornings

7 Zero Belly Smoothies For Mornings

Rediff.com10 Oct 2026

More and more young people, short of time, on the go, opt to start their day with a nutrient-packed smoothie that they whizz up themselves or carry in a portable blender and press on when ready to sip it.

Ranabaali Review: Bland, Forgettable Pre-Independence Saga

Ranabaali Review: Bland, Forgettable Pre-Independence Saga

Rediff.com16 Oct 2026

Ranabaali fails to deliver the highs matching the ambitious setup, notes Arjun Menon.

1st Test: Australia in control as South Africa stumble on Day 3

1st Test: Australia in control as South Africa stumble on Day 3

Rediff.com11 Oct 2026

Steve Smith created history with a record 223rd Test catch as Australia took a 139-run lead over South Africa on Day 3 of the first Test at Kingsmead on Sunday.

How Naman Dhir used a batter's mind to outfox Pooran

How Naman Dhir used a batter's mind to outfox Pooran

Rediff.com12 Oct 2026

India's spin-bowling all-rounder Naman Dhir discusses how his experience as a batter enhances his ability to read opponents while bowling. He elaborates on his strategy for dismissing Kamil Pooran in the recent T20I match against West Indies and outlines his role as a batting all-rounder in the Indian team, emphasising his reliance on line, length, and pace variations.

How Arshdeep and Co. stopped Hope after Ranchi blitz

How Arshdeep and Co. stopped Hope after Ranchi blitz

Rediff.com12 Oct 2026

India secured a 14-run victory against West Indies in the third T20 International, taking a 2-1 lead in the five-match series. Pacer Arshdeep Singh was instrumental, claiming three wickets and executing a clear plan to contain key West Indies batters like Shai Hope and Sherfane Rutherford. Arshdeep also highlighted the relaxed team atmosphere and his desire to contribute with the bat.

'Dream of meeting him never came true': Lovlina mourns

'Dream of meeting him never came true': Lovlina mourns

Rediff.com8 Oct 2026

Indian boxer Lovlina Borgohain paid tribute to veteran actor Nana Patekar, who died at 75 on Thursday in Goa due to cardiac arrest. Borgohain expressed her sadness and the unfulfilled dream of meeting him, calling his passing a huge loss for the Indian film industry.

Wasim Jaffer advises Yashasvi Jaiswal to prioritise batting over wicket-keeping

Wasim Jaffer advises Yashasvi Jaiswal to prioritise batting over wicket-keeping

Rediff.com10 Oct 2026

Former India opener Wasim Jaffer has expressed surprise and concern over Yashasvi Jaiswal's decision to take up wicket-keeping at 24, advising the Test opener to instead focus on his primary skill of batting, especially with India's New Zealand tour approaching.

No more experiments? Gill wants India's World Cup XI from next series

No more experiments? Gill wants India's World Cup XI from next series

Rediff.com4 Oct 2026

After India's 2-1 ODI series win over West Indies, Shubman Gill says it is time to settle the team's World Cup combination and reduce experiments.

India Survives Pakistan Scare To Reach Asian Games Hockey Final

India Survives Pakistan Scare To Reach Asian Games Hockey Final

Rediff.com1 Oct 2026

India's head coach Craig Fulton expressed relief after the defending champions secured a dramatic 4-3 victory against Pakistan in the Asian Games hockey semifinal. Despite leading 3-0, India allowed Pakistan to equalise before clinching a late winner. Fulton highlighted defensive lapses, missed opportunities, and a loss of composure, stressing the need for improvement before the final.

AISA chief Neha Bora held during protest in Delhi, released later without phone

AISA chief Neha Bora held during protest in Delhi, released later without phone

Rediff.com4 Oct 2026

AISA national president Neha Bora was released at the Narela Industrial Area police station after being picked up during the organisation's protest march towards Jantar Mantar, with AISA members alleging procedural violations during her detention.

Billy Joel Is 'Okay' After Undergoing Brain Surgery

Billy Joel Is 'Okay' After Undergoing Brain Surgery

Rediff.com1 Oct 2026

Billy Joel has provided a reassuring health update to fans, confirming he is 'okay' after undergoing brain surgery in September to address normal pressure hydrocephalus, a condition he was diagnosed with in 2025.

India to release AI regulation consultation paper within 30 days, says Vaishnaw

India to release AI regulation consultation paper within 30 days, says Vaishnaw

Rediff.com9 Oct 2026

Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw announced that the Indian government will release a draft consultation paper on Artificial Intelligence (AI) regulations within the next 30 days, focusing on safety, a human-first approach, skilling, inclusivity, and harm restriction.

Lockie Ferguson: New Zealand Tour Will Challenge Vaibhav Sooryavanshi

Lockie Ferguson: New Zealand Tour Will Challenge Vaibhav Sooryavanshi

Rediff.com10 Oct 2026

New Zealand pacer Lockie Ferguson believes the coming tour of New Zealand will present significant challenges and exciting opportunities for 15-year-old Indian cricket sensation Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, despite his impressive recent performances.

'They stifled us': Springer on India's 14-run win

'They stifled us': Springer on India's 14-run win

Rediff.com12 Oct 2026

West Indies all-rounder Shamar Springer discussed his team's "Plan B" to contain India's Abhishek Sharma, who scored a rapid 69 runs, leading India to a 14-run victory in the third T20I. Springer acknowledged Sharma's world-class performance and the difficulty of bowling on good wickets. He also reflected on the West Indies' chase, noting missed opportunities and the impact of the pitch conditions, while praising Roston Chase's underrated bowling.

Eyes Review: Good Intentions, Mixed Impact

Eyes Review: Good Intentions, Mixed Impact

Rediff.com9 Oct 2026

Eyes tackles the serious issue of stalking and toxic relationships with a talented cast and a worthy premise, but its loose pacing and underdeveloped characters stop it from becoming the gripping procedural it could have been.

Rose Foresees More Golfers Eyeing DP World Tour For Ryder Cup

Rose Foresees More Golfers Eyeing DP World Tour For Ryder Cup

Rediff.com13 Oct 2026

Former world number one Justin Rose believes more golfers are considering leaving LIV Golf to play on the DP World Tour, aiming for eligibility in next year's Ryder Cup. He also shared his evolving career goals, prioritising creating lasting memories over solely winning Major championships, and expressed his excitement about returning to India for the DP World India Championship after 22 years. Rose highlighted India's growing importance in global golf.

Rory McIlroy Leads Star-Studded Field At DP World India Championship

Rory McIlroy Leads Star-Studded Field At DP World India Championship

Rediff.com13 Oct 2026

The DP World India Championship, co-sanctioned by the DP World Tour and DP World PGTI, is set to begin at the Delhi Golf Club on Thursday. The event features top international golfers like Rory McIlroy and Tommy Fleetwood, alongside a strong Indian contingent including Saptak Talwar, Khalin Joshi, and Veer Ahlawat, who are vying for the DP World PGTI Order of Merit title and a spot on the DP World Tour.

Alcaraz finds his rhythm after serve wobbles to overcome Michelsen in Tokyo

Alcaraz finds his rhythm after serve wobbles to overcome Michelsen in Tokyo

Rediff.com1 Oct 2026

Carlos Alcaraz overcame early struggles with his tweaked serve and tricky Tokyo conditions to beat Alex Michelsen in three sets and keep his Japan Open title defence alive.

Naman Dhir credits Ravindra Jadeja, Mumbai Indians for bowling development

Naman Dhir credits Ravindra Jadeja, Mumbai Indians for bowling development

Rediff.com2 Oct 2026

India all-rounder Naman Dhir discusses his bowling development, crediting veteran Ravindra Jadeja's advice and training at the Mumbai Indians camp. Despite not yet taking a wicket in his two ODIs, Dhir maintains a good economy rate and is working on his all-round game, including his batting, ahead of the third ODI.

Amitabh Bachchan Injures Knee On KBC 18

Amitabh Bachchan Injures Knee On KBC 18

Rediff.com1 Oct 2026

Amitabh Bachchan revealed he sustained a knee injury after he slipped on the set of Kaun Banega Crorepati 18, leading him to host the popular quiz show while seated.

Nana Patekar: 'Lost A Lot In Life Because Of My Nature'

Nana Patekar: 'Lost A Lot In Life Because Of My Nature'

Rediff.com10 Oct 2026

'Nana Patekar's dedication and passion were unmatchable. I remember there was a dinner sequence and the chicken had gone stale. He ate the stale chicken instead of wasting time waiting for fresh food.'

Shreyas Iyer is back to his best: Sunil Gavaskar

Shreyas Iyer is back to his best: Sunil Gavaskar

Rediff.com7 Oct 2026

Cricket legend Sunil Gavaskar lauded Shreyas Iyer's maiden T20I century against the West Indies, stating it came at an 'important time' and signalled the Indian skipper's return to his best form after a challenging period with the bat.

Injured Cameron Green ruled out of first Test vs South Africa

Injured Cameron Green ruled out of first Test vs South Africa

Rediff.com7 Oct 2026

Australia all-rounder Cameron Green will miss the first Test against South Africa after failing to recover from an abdominal strain, coach Andrew McDonald said on Tuesday.

Simon Harmer says T20 cricket has softened Australia-South Africa rivalry

Simon Harmer says T20 cricket has softened Australia-South Africa rivalry

Rediff.com8 Oct 2026

Simon Harmer believes franchise T20 cricket has softened the fierce Australia-South Africa rivalry by turning international opponents into teammates, though he expects intense competition in the Test series.

Nose bite, roof jump: UP couple's bizarre fight

Nose bite, roof jump: UP couple's bizarre fight

Rediff.com19 Sep 2026

A woman in Hardoi, Uttar Pradesh, has accused her husband of biting off her nose during an argument, with her in-laws allegedly assisting. Police have detained the husband. The incident occurred after the woman, who had reportedly left her husband previously, returned unexpectedly. The husband's family, however, presents a conflicting account, alleging the woman attacked her husband and injured herself. Police are investigating both sides of the story.

Jaffer backs Tilak Varma as ideal successor to Virat Kohli at No. 3

Jaffer backs Tilak Varma as ideal successor to Virat Kohli at No. 3

Rediff.com5 Oct 2026

Former Indian cricketer Wasim Jaffer believes young batter Tilak Varma is the ideal candidate to replace Virat Kohli at the crucial No. 3 position in One-Day Internationals once Kohli retires after the 2027 World Cup, citing Varma's versatility and strong first-class record.

Andreeva survives Alexandrova test to face Bartunkova in China Open semifinal

Andreeva survives Alexandrova test to face Bartunkova in China Open semifinal

Rediff.com8 Oct 2026

Mirra Andreeva survived Ekaterina Alexandrova in two tight tiebreaks to reach her first China Open semi-final, where rising Czech star Nikola Bartunkova awaits after crushing Karolina Muchova in Beijing showdown.

Japan's 11-year-old esports prodigy wins Asian Games gold

Japan's 11-year-old esports prodigy wins Asian Games gold

Rediff.com26 Sep 2026

Japan's 11-year-old esports prodigy Yuki Kurihara secured a gold medal in Puyo Puyo Champions at the Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games, defeating South Korea's Kang Dong Shin 10-2.

Manchester City should accept punishment for rule breaches, says Lineker

Manchester City should accept punishment for rule breaches, says Lineker

Rediff.com7 Oct 2026

Former England captain Gary Lineker has urged Manchester City to admit their breaches of the Premier League's financial rules and accept their punishment, suggesting he wouldn't be surprised if they were stripped of titles.

10 Women With Supernatural Powers In The Movies

10 Women With Supernatural Powers In The Movies

Rediff.com15 Oct 2026

From superheroes and aliens to witches, ghosts and shape-shifting mutants, these 10 Bollywood women prove that supernatural powers come in all shades of mischief, menace and magic.

India bounce back to beat Windies, take 2-1 series lead

India bounce back to beat Windies, take 2-1 series lead

Rediff.com11 Oct 2026

India beat West Indies by 14 runs in the third T20I to take a 2-1 lead in the five-match series on Sunday.

'Suspension Of PERM May Not Immediately Affect Indian IT Companies'

'Suspension Of PERM May Not Immediately Affect Indian IT Companies'

Rediff.com13 Oct 2026

'...but could demotivate employees seeking US residency.'

New Zealand's New Game Plan! Finn Allen To Bat In Middle Order In India ODIs

New Zealand's New Game Plan! Finn Allen To Bat In Middle Order In India ODIs

Rediff.com11 Oct 2026

New Zealand head coach Rob Walter has revealed plans to utilise explosive batter Finn Allen in a middle-order role during the upcoming ODI series against India.

India Coach Khalid Jamil Takes Responsibility For Uruguay Defeat

India Coach Khalid Jamil Takes Responsibility For Uruguay Defeat

Rediff.com6 Oct 2026

India's head coach Khalid Jamil took full responsibility for the national football team's heavy 1-6 defeat to Uruguay, refusing to blame the weather interruption or player concentration lapses. This loss, following a 0-4 defeat to Brazil, concluded India's FIFA international window with two significant losses. Jamil acknowledged his own mistakes and stressed the need for greater concentration and immediate problem-solving, while Uruguay coach Diego Forlan praised his team's adaptation and India's initial pressing.

VisionQuest Review: Artificial Emotions

VisionQuest Review: Artificial Emotions

Rediff.com14 Oct 2026

Paul Bettany and James Spader bring plenty of personality to VisionQuest, but the Marvel's latest series struggles to find the emotional soul its story needs.

'Real grey area': ICC anti-corruption chief on Legends League

'Real grey area': ICC anti-corruption chief on Legends League

Rediff.com7 Oct 2026

ICC Anti-Corruption Unit chief Andrew Ephgrave has labelled legends leagues, featuring retired players, as a "real grey area" due to their unsanctioned nature and potential "reputational risk" to cricket. He highlighted concerns about corruption allegations, citing a Sri Lankan league incident, and stressed the importance of distinguishing these from official cricket structures. Ephgrave also noted an increase in players reporting corrupt approaches, attributing it to improved ACU engagement.

'I Lost A Lot Of Things In Life Because Of Addiction'

'I Lost A Lot Of Things In Life Because Of Addiction'

Rediff.com6 Oct 2026

'I've been a recovering addict. I've been in recovery for the past six years. For most of my life, I have suffered from addiction.'

Dutta And Santosh Clinch U-13 National TT Titles

Dutta And Santosh Clinch U-13 National TT Titles

Rediff.com8 Oct 2026

Ariv Dutta of West Bengal and Saksya Santosh of Karnataka secured the Under-13 boys' and girls' titles, respectively, at the second National Ranking Table Tennis Championships held in Panchkula on Thursday. Rajvardhan Tiwari and Phalgun Gupta also won the U-11 boys' and girls' titles. The championships featured intense matches across various age categories, highlighting emerging talent in Indian table tennis.

Nana Patekar: The Man Behind The Intensity

Nana Patekar: The Man Behind The Intensity

Rediff.com10 Oct 2026

Nana Patekar's anger and intensity were as real in life as they were in his performances. He was as brutally honest as the characters he portrayed.