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Chelsea Defeat Intensifies Tottenham's Relegation Battle

Chelsea Defeat Intensifies Tottenham's Relegation Battle

Rediff.com1 days ago

Tottenham Hotspur's 2-1 defeat at Chelsea has increased their risk of Premier League relegation, while Chelsea's victory boosts their chances of European qualification.

Battle for 5 states: THE VERDICT

Battle for 5 states: THE VERDICT

Rediff.com5 May 2026

Track the 2026 assembly election results for Tamil Nadu, West Bengal, Assam, Puducherry, and Kerala with live vote counting updates, candidate leads, and interactive doughnut graphs. Stay informed with real?time numbers, trends, and comprehensive state?wise coverage.

Baby Battles For Life After Mother Allegedly Forces Her To Drink Acid

Baby Battles For Life After Mother Allegedly Forces Her To Drink Acid

Rediff.com2 days ago

An eight-month-old girl is in critical condition after her mother allegedly forced her to drink acid in Rajasthan's Khairthal-Tijara. The infant is on ventilator support and bleeding from her mouth and nose.

IPL 2026: Krunal Pandya wears his battle scars with pride

IPL 2026: Krunal Pandya wears his battle scars with pride

Rediff.com11 May 2026

Krunal flaunted his battle wounds on Monday, a dafter after his valiant effort that pushed RCB to the top of the table while knocking the five-time champions out of the playoff race.

Undekhi 4: The Final Battle's Chaotic Conclusion

Undekhi 4: The Final Battle's Chaotic Conclusion

Rediff.com1 May 2026

The fourth season of Undekhi attempts to conclude the saga of the powerful Atwal family but struggles with an overcomplicated plot and a multitude of characters, observes Deepa Gahlot.

Why The Battle Of Longewala Strikes A Chord

Why The Battle Of Longewala Strikes A Chord

Rediff.com22 Apr 2026

The Battle of Laungewala fought in the Thar desert saw 120 soldiers heroically defend the Longewala post against a formidable Pakistani tank attack till first light brought IAF fighter jets. The air attack turned the desert into a graveyard of Pakistani tanks.

Gokulam Kerala, Aizawl FC Share Points In Relegation Battle

Gokulam Kerala, Aizawl FC Share Points In Relegation Battle

Rediff.com6 May 2026

Gokulam Kerala and Aizawl FC played to a 2-2 draw in a crucial I-League relegation stage match. The draw ensures Aizawl FC's safety from relegation, while Gokulam Kerala remains in the relegation zone.

Indian Super League: East Bengal, Punjab FC battle to scoreless draw

Indian Super League: East Bengal, Punjab FC battle to scoreless draw

Rediff.com12 May 2026

East Bengal FC and Punjab FC played out a goalless draw in their Indian Super League match, with both teams creating numerous chances but failing to find the net.

Gauff battles through illness to reach Madrid Open last 16

Gauff battles through illness to reach Madrid Open last 16

Rediff.com27 Apr 2026

Gauff threw up on court midway through the second set before recovering from a break down and then dominating the third set.

Eight Teams Battle For IPL 2026 Playoff Berths As League Nears End

Eight Teams Battle For IPL 2026 Playoff Berths As League Nears End

Rediff.com13 May 2026

With just 10 days remaining in the Indian Premier League's league stage, a late surge from teams like Chennai Super Kings and Kolkata Knight Riders has intensified the competition, leaving eight teams vying for the coveted four playoff spots.

Bengal polls: Why South Bengal's 91 seats will decide battle for Nabanna

Bengal polls: Why South Bengal's 91 seats will decide battle for Nabanna

Rediff.com27 Apr 2026

In West Bengal's electoral chessboard, governments are rarely made in the hills of North Bengal or the forested region of Jangalmahal. Power is usually decided in the crowded plains of South Bengal, where elections are won less by momentum and more by mathematics.

India To Battle Chinese Taipei In Thomas Cup Quarterfinal

India To Battle Chinese Taipei In Thomas Cup Quarterfinal

Rediff.com30 Apr 2026

India will aim to continue their quest for a second title when they face Chinese Taipei in the quarterfinals of the Thomas Cup Finals.

'A Big Battle Is Going On Within The Congress In Kerala'

'A Big Battle Is Going On Within The Congress In Kerala'

Rediff.com6 May 2026

'They will have to adjust themselves to the new reality. Because if they don't understand this changed political perception, their future will be difficult.'

Delhi Advocate Battles For Life After Husband's Attack

Delhi Advocate Battles For Life After Husband's Attack

Rediff.com27 Apr 2026

A 38-year-old woman advocate in Delhi is fighting for her life after being attacked by her husband, with her family alleging years of domestic violence and a property dispute as contributing factors.

IPL 2026, CSK vs SRH: Chennai Super Kings, Sunrisers Hyderabad battle for playoff berth

IPL 2026, CSK vs SRH: Chennai Super Kings, Sunrisers Hyderabad battle for playoff berth

Rediff.com4 days ago

Chennai Super Kings and Sunrisers Hyderabad face off in a crucial IPL match with playoff qualification at stake. Both teams need a win to boost their chances of reaching the knockouts.

Battle for 5 states: Big winners and losers

Battle for 5 states: Big winners and losers

Rediff.com5 May 2026

As results of the Assembly elections in West Bengal, Tamil Nadu, Kerala, Assam and Puducherry are declared, here's how the big names fared.

Arjun Maini impresses with qualifying finish above Max Verstappen in GT3 battle

Arjun Maini impresses with qualifying finish above Max Verstappen in GT3 battle

Rediff.com6 days ago

Indian racer Arjun Maini delivered a standout performance in Qualifying 2 for the 24 Hours of Nurburgring, finishing ahead of four-time Formula One world champion Max Verstappen in one of the toughest GT3 grids in world motorsport.

Arjun Maini impresses with qualifying finish above Max Verstappen in GT3 battle

Arjun Maini impresses with qualifying finish above Max Verstappen in GT3 battle

Rediff.com6 days ago

Indian racer Arjun Maini delivered a standout performance in Qualifying 2 for the 24 Hours of Nurburgring, finishing ahead of four-time Formula One world champion Max Verstappen in one of the toughest GT3 grids in world motorsport.

Intense battle of ballot in Tamil Nadu's cradle Of democracy

Intense battle of ballot in Tamil Nadu's cradle Of democracy

Rediff.com29 Apr 2026

There is something that makes the Uthiramerur assembly constituency in Kancheepuram district special.

Modi: Bengal Election A Battle To Save State's Identity

Modi: Bengal Election A Battle To Save State's Identity

Rediff.com19 Apr 2026

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has accused the Mamata Banerjee government of favouring infiltrators over the native population, asserting that the upcoming assembly election in West Bengal is a battle to save the state's identity.

Ex-Afghanistan Pacer Shapoor Zadran Battling For Life In Delhi Hospital

Ex-Afghanistan Pacer Shapoor Zadran Battling For Life In Delhi Hospital

Rediff.com20 Apr 2026

Former Afghanistan cricketer Shapoor Zadran is in intensive care in a New Delhi hospital, battling a rare and life-threatening disease called Hemophagocytic Lymphohistiocytosis (HLH).

Sporting Club Delhi, Punjab FC Battle To A Draw

Sporting Club Delhi, Punjab FC Battle To A Draw

Rediff.com3 May 2026

Sporting Club Delhi and Punjab FC played out a goalless draw in their Indian Super League match, with both sides failing to convert their chances.

CSK vs DC face must-win battle in IPL 2026

CSK vs DC face must-win battle in IPL 2026

Rediff.com4 May 2026

Delhi Capitals and Chennai Super Kings, both with eight points from nine games, face off in a crucial IPL match in Delhi. Both teams need a win to stay in contention for the playoffs.

TMC, BJP face off in Bengal; 3-way battle in Tamil Nadu

TMC, BJP face off in Bengal; 3-way battle in Tamil Nadu

Rediff.com23 Apr 2026

Voting has commenced for the assembly elections in Tamil Nadu and West Bengal, with over 3.60 crore electors eligible to vote in 152 constituencies in Bengal and 5.73 crore voters in Tamil Nadu. Security measures are heightened to ensure free and fair polling.

Olympian Jennifer Paes, Mother Of Leander Paes, Passes Away At 72

Olympian Jennifer Paes, Mother Of Leander Paes, Passes Away At 72

Rediff.com3 days ago

Former India basketball captain and Olympian Jennifer Paes, mother of tennis legend Leander Paes, passed away on Sunday after a prolonged battle with cancer. She was 72.

Battle for Assam: BJP eyes hat-trick as Congress leads challenge

Battle for Assam: BJP eyes hat-trick as Congress leads challenge

Rediff.com8 Apr 2026

Assam is set to hold elections for its 126-member assembly, with a direct contest expected between the BJP-led NDA and the Congress-led opposition. Key candidates and constituencies are in focus as the state prepares to vote.

IPL 2026: Gujarat Titans eye top-two finish as CSK fight for survival

IPL 2026: Gujarat Titans eye top-two finish as CSK fight for survival

Rediff.com1 days ago

Gujarat Titans, eyeing a top-two finish in the IPL, face Chennai Super Kings, who are struggling to stay in playoff contention. Shubman Gill's form and Rashid Khan's spin will be key for GT, while CSK need their top order to fire to overcome injuries and inconsistent bowling.

IPL 2026, MI vs LSG: Mumbai Indians, Lucknow Super Giants in battle for survival

IPL 2026, MI vs LSG: Mumbai Indians, Lucknow Super Giants in battle for survival

Rediff.com3 May 2026

Mumbai Indians, struggling in the current IPL season, will face Lucknow Super Giants, hoping for key players like Hardik Pandya and Suryakumar Yadav to perform well. Both teams are grappling with batting failures, impacting their chances of reaching the playoffs.

Noida Man, Battling Cancer, Ends Life at Hospital

Noida Man, Battling Cancer, Ends Life at Hospital

Rediff.com26 Mar 2026

A 47-year-old man undergoing cancer treatment allegedly died by suicide after jumping from the fifth floor of a private hospital in Noida, police said.

Salman Khan's Battle Of Galwan Retitled Maatrubhumi

Salman Khan's Battle Of Galwan Retitled Maatrubhumi

Rediff.com16 Mar 2026

The new title is likely inspired by the film's first track Maatrubhumi, sung by Arijit Singh.

'Thank you for every battle': Sindhu pays tribute to fierce rival Marin

'Thank you for every battle': Sindhu pays tribute to fierce rival Marin

Rediff.com27 Mar 2026

Taking to social media, Sindhu reflected on her long-standing rivalry and friendship with the Rio Olympics gold medallist, recalling their journey from teenage competitors to seasoned rivals on the global stage.

Elina Svitolina fights off Gauff to win third Italian Open title

Elina Svitolina fights off Gauff to win third Italian Open title

Rediff.com4 days ago

Elina Svitolina of Ukraine defeated Coco Gauff in the Italian Open final, signalling her ambitions for the upcoming French Open.

CM vs LoP: Bhabanipur gears up for mega battle between Mamata, Suvendu

CM vs LoP: Bhabanipur gears up for mega battle between Mamata, Suvendu

Rediff.com31 Mar 2026

Bhabanipur is set to be the focal point of the 2026 West Bengal assembly elections, with Mamata Banerjee and Suvendu Adhikari preparing for a high-stakes political battle. The constituency will witness rival processions and symbolic gestures as both parties aim to assert their dominance.

Twisha Sharma death case: Absconding husband seeks bail

Twisha Sharma death case: Absconding husband seeks bail

Rediff.com12 hours ago

Samarth Singh, the husband of Twisha Sharma, who allegedly died due to dowry harassment, has filed a bail application in the Jabalpur High Court after his anticipatory bail was rejected by a magistrate court. Sharma was found dead at her home in Bhopal, and her family has accused her in-laws of causing her death.

Indian Players Dominate Opening Day At SM Krishna Memorial Open

Indian Players Dominate Opening Day At SM Krishna Memorial Open

Rediff.com2 days ago

Indian players enjoyed a successful opening day at the SM Krishna Memorial Open, with Manish Sureshkumar's upset victory over top seed Keegan Smith headlining the action. Several other Indian players also progressed to the next round after impressive performances.

Chirag-Satwiksairaj Settle For Silver At Thailand Open

Chirag-Satwiksairaj Settle For Silver At Thailand Open

Rediff.com4 days ago

Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty fought hard but lost to Indonesia's Leo Rolly Carnando and Daniel Marthin in the men's doubles final at the Thailand Open Super 500 tournament.

Indian Super League Title Race Set For Gripping Finish

Indian Super League Title Race Set For Gripping Finish

Rediff.com1 days ago

The Indian Super League title race is heading for a dramatic finale with five teams, including Mohun Bagan Super Giant and East Bengal FC, still in contention.

MAPPED: Five state results, constituency-wise

MAPPED: Five state results, constituency-wise

Rediff.com4 May 2026

Here are the constituency-wise mapped leads/results for the West Bengal, Assam, Kerala, and Tamil Nadu assembly elections!

Ashmita Chaliha Reaches Malaysia Masters Quarterfinals

Ashmita Chaliha Reaches Malaysia Masters Quarterfinals

Rediff.com11 hours ago

Ashmita Chaliha progressed to the women's singles quarterfinals at the Malaysia Masters Super 500 tournament, becoming the only Indian player left in the competition after other Indian players were defeated.

Gokulam FC escape relegation with stoppage-time goal

Gokulam FC escape relegation with stoppage-time goal

Rediff.com13 May 2026

Gokulam Kerala FC secured their I-League status with a dramatic late goal against Namdhari FC, condemning their opponents to relegation.