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The youngest man to win an ATP Masters 1000 match since Nadal...

The youngest man to win an ATP Masters 1000 match since Nadal...

Rediff.com20 Mar 2026

17-year-old beat Zachary Svajda at the Miami Open on Thursday to become the youngest man to win an ATP Masters 1000 match since Rafael Nadal in 2003.

Tighee Review: Must Watch!

Tighee Review: Must Watch!

Rediff.com21 Mar 2026

Tighee is a quietly heartfelt drama, shining through sensitively curated human moments and impactful performances, discovers Sreeju Sudhakaran.

Atiqa Mir Achieves Top Ranking in WSK Super Masters, Finishes Eighth

Atiqa Mir Achieves Top Ranking in WSK Super Masters, Finishes Eighth

Rediff.com26 Mar 2026

Indian racing driver Atiqa Mir finished eighth in the WSK Super Masters Series, marking a successful end to her campaign as the highest-ranked female racer.

Kadian and Damani set up CCI Snooker Classic Final Showdown

Kadian and Damani set up CCI Snooker Classic Final Showdown

Rediff.com21 Mar 2026

Digvijay Kadian of Punjab will face Brijesh Damani of Petroleum Sports Promotion Board in the final of the CCI Snooker Classic after both recorded semifinal victories.

Lakshya Sen battles past Victor Lai, marches into All England Open final

Lakshya Sen battles past Victor Lai, marches into All England Open final

Rediff.com7 Mar 2026

Lakshya Sen defeated Victor Lai to reach the final of the All England Open Badminton Championships, marking his second final appearance in the prestigious tournament.

Gukesh Victorious, Aravindh Impresses at Prague International Chess Festival

Gukesh Victorious, Aravindh Impresses at Prague International Chess Festival

Rediff.com6 Mar 2026

D Gukesh ended his winless streak with a victory at the Prague International Chess Festival, while Aravindh Chithambaram finished joint second. Nodirbek Abdusattorov of Uzbekistan won the tournament.

Man City host Liverpool, Arsenal visit Southampton in FA Cup quarters

Man City host Liverpool, Arsenal visit Southampton in FA Cup quarters

Rediff.com10 Mar 2026

Manchester City will host Liverpool in the FA Cup quarter-finals while Arsenal travel to Southampton as the last-eight draw sets up a blockbuster clash.

Josh Kerr storms back to 3,000m gold glory

Josh Kerr storms back to 3,000m gold glory

Rediff.com22 Mar 2026

Josh Kerr of Britain won the 3,000 metres title at the World Indoor Championships in Poland, while other athletes broke records in the heptathlon, 400 metres, and pole vault.

Manchester City down Arsenal in final to win League Cup

Manchester City down Arsenal in final to win League Cup

Rediff.com23 Mar 2026

Manchester City re-asserted themselves as trophy winners supreme as they gave Arsenal a chastening reality check with a 2-0 victory in the League Cup final.

IPL 2026 Preview, MI vs KKR: Can Mumbai Indians break 'opening match jinx' against KKR?

IPL 2026 Preview, MI vs KKR: Can Mumbai Indians break 'opening match jinx' against KKR?

Rediff.com28 Mar 2026

Mumbai Indians will begin their quest to end a five-year title drought in the Indian Premier League against a depleted Kolkata Knight Riders side.

IPL 2026: 'I'm not done': Krunal Pandya eyes India comeback, slams critics

IPL 2026: 'I'm not done': Krunal Pandya eyes India comeback, slams critics

Rediff.com27 Mar 2026

Indian all-rounder Krunal Pandya discusses his desire to represent India again and reflects on his batting contributions, highlighting his match-winning performances in the IPL.

1st T20I: Curran's hat-trick special helps England beat Sri Lanka via DLS

1st T20I: Curran's hat-trick special helps England beat Sri Lanka via DLS

Rediff.com31 Jan 2026

Sam Curran claimed a hat-trick as England beat Sri Lanka by 11 runs under the Duckworth-Lewis method in their rain-marred opening Twenty20 International in Pallekele on Friday.

Farhan, Reddy Dominate ICC Player Awards for February

Farhan, Reddy Dominate ICC Player Awards for February

Rediff.com23 Mar 2026

Sahibzada Farhan of Pakistan and Arundhati Reddy of India have been named the ICC Players of the Month for February, recognising their outstanding performances in T20 cricket.

Korda stuns World No. 1 Alcaraz in Miami Open upset

Korda stuns World No. 1 Alcaraz in Miami Open upset

Rediff.com23 Mar 2026

Sebastian Korda stunned World No. 1 Carlos Alcaraz in a three-set thriller at the Miami Open, securing the biggest win of his career to reach the last 16.

Dhruv Sitwala shines at CCI Snooker Classic with a 4-0 victory

Dhruv Sitwala shines at CCI Snooker Classic with a 4-0 victory

Rediff.com17 Mar 2026

Dhruv Sitwala showcased his snooker skills with a dominant 4-0 victory at the CCI Snooker Classic, while other players also secured wins in their respective matches.

Wasteful India bow out of AFC Women's Asian Cup

Wasteful India bow out of AFC Women's Asian Cup

Rediff.com10 Mar 2026

India's AFC Women's Asian Cup campaign ended with a 3-1 defeat to Chinese Taipei, highlighting their inability to convert chances despite dominating the game.

Here's What Novak Djokovic Said On His Retirement Plans

Here's What Novak Djokovic Said On His Retirement Plans

Rediff.com5 Mar 2026

Novak Djokovic said he sees no reason to retire from tennis given that he is still motivated to compete and capable of beating the best players in the world.

Delhi Court: No Proof of Dowry Harassment in Suicide Case

Delhi Court: No Proof of Dowry Harassment in Suicide Case

Rediff.com23 Mar 2026

A Delhi court has acquitted a man and six of his relatives in a dowry death case, citing insufficient evidence of dowry-related harassment leading to the woman's suicide.

Priyamani Has A Treasure Trove Of...

Priyamani Has A Treasure Trove Of...

Rediff.com16 Mar 2026

If there's one star who truly embodies the spirit of the full on desi girl, it's Priyamani.

World Cup dream alive: Turkey, Poland, Denmark shine big

World Cup dream alive: Turkey, Poland, Denmark shine big

Rediff.com27 Mar 2026

Turkey, Poland, and Denmark secured crucial victories in their respective World Cup playoff semi-finals, moving one step closer to qualifying for the 2026 World Cup.

PIX: Kosovo stun Slovakia, one win from World Cup dream

PIX: Kosovo stun Slovakia, one win from World Cup dream

Rediff.com27 Mar 2026

Kosovo, Italy, Czech Republic, and Bosnia and Herzegovina have advanced to the World Cup playoff finals after securing victories in their respective semi-final matches. Thrilling encounters saw underdog triumphs and penalty shootout drama.

FIH Pro League: Lakra scores but Belgium strike late to beat India

FIH Pro League: Lakra scores but Belgium strike late to beat India

Rediff.com11 Feb 2026

India lost to Belgium 3-1 in the FIH Men's Pro League 2024-25 match in Rourkela, with Belgium scoring two goals in the final quarter to secure the win.

Alcaraz beats Sinner in perfect Aus Open warm-up

Alcaraz beats Sinner in perfect Aus Open warm-up

Rediff.com10 Jan 2026

Carlos Alcaraz beat his great rival Jannik Sinner 7-5, 7-6(8) to win their Hyundai Card Super Match exhibition event in Incheon, South Korea, on Saturday that marked the start of the season for the world's top two men's tennis players.

Ferguson destroys SA as NZ storm to big win

Ferguson destroys SA as NZ storm to big win

Rediff.com20 Mar 2026

Lockie Ferguson's exceptional bowling and Tom Latham's half-century powered New Zealand to an eight-wicket victory over South Africa in Auckland, giving the Kiwis a 2-1 lead in the five-match series.

Odisha CM: Maoist Menace to Be History Soon, Focus on Women's Safety

Odisha CM: Maoist Menace to Be History Soon, Focus on Women's Safety

Rediff.com26 Mar 2026

Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi announced significant progress in combating Maoist insurgency, stating it will soon be a thing of the past. He also addressed concerns about crimes against women, highlighting the government's commitment to justice and a zero-tolerance policy.

Pankaj Advani and Sourav Kothari Progress to Round of 16 in CCI Snooker Classic

Pankaj Advani and Sourav Kothari Progress to Round of 16 in CCI Snooker Classic

Rediff.com18 Mar 2026

Defending champion Pankaj Advani and Sourav Kothari secured victories in their respective matches at the CCI Snooker Classic tournament, advancing to the round of 16. Aditya Mehta and Hassan Badami also recorded wins, while B.C. Karthik caused an upset against Laxman Rawat.

Punjab FC thrash Kerala Blasters, secure third consecutive ISL victory

Punjab FC thrash Kerala Blasters, secure third consecutive ISL victory

Rediff.com22 Mar 2026

Punjab FC secured a decisive 3-1 victory over Kerala Blasters FC in their Indian Super League match, marking their third consecutive win. Goals from Samir Zeljkovic, Bede Osuji, and Dani Ramirez in the first half sealed the win, while Kerala Blasters struggled to mount a comeback.

India to play T20I series in Ireland before England white-ball assignment

India to play T20I series in Ireland before England white-ball assignment

Rediff.com19 Mar 2026

India will tour Ireland for a T20I series in June, preceding their white-ball tour of England. This series is part of Ireland's preparation for the upcoming summer and follows Paul Stirling's decision to step down as T20I captain.

The Season That Defined Them: IPL's One-Hit Wonders

The Season That Defined Them: IPL's One-Hit Wonders

Rediff.com27 Mar 2026

From breakout heroes to forgotten names, revisit IPL stars who dazzled for a season but failed to replicate their magic.

Prague Chess: Gukesh Draws To Stay Last; Chithambaram Wins

Prague Chess: Gukesh Draws To Stay Last; Chithambaram Wins

Rediff.com6 Mar 2026

Indian Grandmaster Aravindh Chithambaram defeated Jorden van Foreest, while world champion D Gukesh drew against Vincent Keymer at the Prague International chess festival.

Bollywood's March Movies Quiz

Bollywood's March Movies Quiz

Rediff.com5 Mar 2026

Sukanya Verma quizzes you to find out just how much you know about the movies.

Woman Found Dead in Delhi Hotel; Murder Investigation Launched

Woman Found Dead in Delhi Hotel; Murder Investigation Launched

Rediff.com12 Mar 2026

A young woman was found dead in a Delhi hotel room under suspicious circumstances, leading police to launch a murder investigation and search for a male suspect.

Gukesh loses to Abdusattorov at Prague Chess Festival

Gukesh loses to Abdusattorov at Prague Chess Festival

Rediff.com2 Mar 2026

World Champion D Gukesh lost to Nodirbek Abdusattorov at the Prague International Chess Festival after blundering from a strong position.

Soccer: Napoli go second; Lens top Ligue 1

Soccer: Napoli go second; Lens top Ligue 1

Rediff.com21 Mar 2026

Scott McTominay's early strike lifts Napoli to second in Serie A, while Lens thrash Angers 5-1 to go top of Ligue 1.

PIX: Vinicius nets brace as Real Madrid edge Atletico in thriller

PIX: Vinicius nets brace as Real Madrid edge Atletico in thriller

Rediff.com23 Mar 2026

Real Madrid squeezed past Atletico in a pulsating Madrid derby while Inter were held, keeping Serie A title race alive.

Indian Wells: Jannik Sinner survives scare; Sabalenka too hot for Osaka

Indian Wells: Jannik Sinner survives scare; Sabalenka too hot for Osaka

Rediff.com11 Mar 2026

World number two Jannik Sinner survived a stern test from Joao Fonseca on Tuesday to reach the Indian Wells quarter-finals.

Gulf War: Bombing Won't Make Iran Surrender

Gulf War: Bombing Won't Make Iran Surrender

Rediff.com24 Mar 2026

It is time for India to step up and get Russia, China and Europe to agree to a joint appeal to all combatants. Time is of essence, tomorrow may be too late, asserts Colonel Anil A Athale, former head of the history division, ministry of defence.

T20 World Cup Final: What Will Pitch Offer?

T20 World Cup Final: What Will Pitch Offer?

Rediff.com7 Mar 2026

The India-New Zealand T20 World Cup final in Ahmedabad is expected to be played on a pace-friendly pitch offering good bounce, with a par score likely around 200.

Nihal Sarin beats the odds, claims Tata Steel Rapid crown

Nihal Sarin beats the odds, claims Tata Steel Rapid crown

Rediff.com9 Jan 2026

Young Indian Grandmaster Nihal Sarin emerged champion at the Tata Steel Chess India tournament on Friday, clinching the Rapid title just a day after the passing of his maternal grandfather, who had introduced him to the sport.

10 Iranian Films You Should Watch On OTT

10 Iranian Films You Should Watch On OTT

Rediff.com24 Mar 2026

Will these brilliant Iranian filmmakers reflect the turmoil in their country?