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Alpine's Pierre Gasly Stuns F1 Field With Maiden Pole At Monza

Alpine's Pierre Gasly Stuns F1 Field With Maiden Pole At Monza

Rediff.com5 Sep 2026

French Formula One driver Pierre Gasly secured his first career pole position at the Italian Grand Prix, driving for Alpine. He upset favourites like George Russell and Max Verstappen with a stunning final lap, marking a significant achievement for both Gasly and his team at the historic Monza circuit.

Ignored by India, Kuldeep gets big County deal

Ignored by India, Kuldeep gets big County deal

Rediff.com22 Jul 2026

Indian left-arm wrist spinner Kuldeep Yadav has signed an eight-game deal with Yorkshire for the ongoing English county season, participating in both the Metro Bank One Day Cup and the Rothesay County Championship. Concurrently, uncapped Indian all-rounder Ashutosh Sharma made an impressive debut for Hampshire, taking three wickets in a one-day match against Yorkshire.

Avinash Sable's Triumphant Return To Steeplechase After Career-Threatening Injury

Avinash Sable's Triumphant Return To Steeplechase After Career-Threatening Injury

Rediff.com10 Sep 2026

Indian steeplechaser Avinash Sable made an emotional and triumphant return to competition, winning the men's 3000m steeplechase at the Indian Athletics Series Final. This victory marks his first race in the distance since suffering a career-threatening ACL and meniscus injury in July 2025, which led to surgery and a challenging recovery period. Sable, a Commonwealth Games silver medallist, expressed the immense struggle he faced but is now confident of winning a medal at the upcoming Asian Games.

Rybakina whips Osaka; is one win from world No. 1 ranking

Rybakina whips Osaka; is one win from world No. 1 ranking

Rediff.com8 Sep 2026

Elena Rybakina defeated Naomi Osaka 6-1, 6-4 to reach the quarter-finals of the US Open, moving closer to her third Grand Slam title and potentially the world number one ranking.

Box Office: Mirzapur: The Movie Is A Blockbuster

Box Office: Mirzapur: The Movie Is A Blockbuster

Rediff.com7 Sep 2026

Mirzapur: The Movie has achieved a superhit opening weekend, demonstrating potential to join the Rs 200 crore club, despite being an experimental film adapted from an OTT series without conventional star power.

Haiwaan Review: Akshay Hams, Saif Bores

Haiwaan Review: Akshay Hams, Saif Bores

Rediff.com11 Sep 2026

Haiwaan's staggeringly foolish notions make for unintended comedy, rues Sukanya Verma.

Key Athletes Dropped From India's Asian Games Athletics Team

Key Athletes Dropped From India's Asian Games Athletics Team

Rediff.com11 Sep 2026

India's Asian Games athletics team has been trimmed to 74 members, with prominent athletes like javelin thrower Annu Rani, long jumper Shahnavaz Khan, and sprinter Nithya Gandhe dropped due to performance or medical reasons. The decision followed a confirmatory event, while some injured national record holders were cleared to participate.

Indian Esports Contingent Gears Up For Asian Games With Professional Training

Indian Esports Contingent Gears Up For Asian Games With Professional Training

Rediff.com10 Sep 2026

Indian esports athletes are rigorously training for the Asian Games in Nagoya, aiming for medals and challenging the traditional perception of gaming as merely a leisure activity. With professional support and coaching, players are balancing academics and intense practice, hoping to elevate esports to mainstream sporting status in India.

Zheng Qinwen's Incredible US Open Comeback Story

Zheng Qinwen's Incredible US Open Comeback Story

Rediff.com8 Sep 2026

China's Zheng Qinwen has made a remarkable comeback at the US Open, reaching the quarter-finals after overcoming a chronic elbow injury and a significant drop in rankings.

India's VC funding recovery 'anaemic' compared to global surge

India's VC funding recovery 'anaemic' compared to global surge

Rediff.com7 Sep 2026

India's venture capital deal value grew by a modest 5 per cent in the first seven months of the year, significantly lagging the global average surge of 161 per cent, reflecting continued investor caution and valuation discipline.

BRICS Summit: India's Dollar Dilemma

BRICS Summit: India's Dollar Dilemma

Rediff.com12 Sep 2026

The challenge for India lies in navigating complex landscape to its best advantage. The BRICS Summit will test its navigation skills, asserts former foreign secretary Shyam Saran.

Tilak Varma, Ishan Kishan prepare for gruelling format switch ahead of Afghanistan series

Tilak Varma, Ishan Kishan prepare for gruelling format switch ahead of Afghanistan series

Rediff.com5 Sep 2026

Indian cricketers Tilak Varma and Ishan Kishan discuss the challenges of transitioning directly from the Duleep Trophy final to the T20I series against Afghanistan. Both players emphasise the importance of adaptability and professionalism in managing the demanding schedule and format changes, while also highlighting key player additions to their respective Duleep Trophy teams.

How Khelo India Is Shaping Future Shooting Champions

How Khelo India Is Shaping Future Shooting Champions

Rediff.com3 Sep 2026

Veteran skeet shooter Mairaj Ahmad Khan expresses strong optimism about the future of Indian shooting, attributing the potential rise to government-backed initiatives like Khelo India. He is preparing for his third Asian Games appearance and believes India will have the best team across all shooting disciplines in the next four years, thanks to enhanced grassroots development and support systems.

Champions League PIX: Torres 'ticks' for PSG; Arsenal, Liverpool win

Champions League PIX: Torres 'ticks' for PSG; Arsenal, Liverpool win

Rediff.com10 Sep 2026

The UEFA Champions League group stage commenced with thrilling matches as holders Paris St Germain, Arsenal, and Liverpool all secured victories. Ferran Torres netted a hat-trick for PSG in their dominant 6-1 win, while Martin Odegaard's late strike gave Arsenal a 1-0 triumph over Napoli. Liverpool came from behind to beat Atletico Madrid 2-1, and Barcelona also started strong with a 5-1 win against Feyenoord.

Mandaadi Review: Soori Rules The Waves

Mandaadi Review: Soori Rules The Waves

Rediff.com13 Sep 2026

Mandaadi may follow a familiar sports-drama rulebook, but its thrilling boat races, terrific performances and mass moments make the ride well worth taking.

BCCI Summons Gambhir, Agarkar, Laxman

BCCI Summons Gambhir, Agarkar, Laxman

Rediff.com2 Sep 2026

The BCCI has summoned Gautam Gambhir, Ajit Agarkar and V V S Laxman to Mumbai on Thursday to review India's disappointing performances in Ireland and England.

Lord's Test a very big moment for India women's team: Harmanpreet

Lord's Test a very big moment for India women's team: Harmanpreet

Rediff.com9 Jul 2026

India captain Harmanpreet Kaur believes a victory in the historic Lord's Test against England would be a 'very big moment' for her side, helping them regain confidence after their T20 World Cup exit and marking a landmark achievement in women's cricket.

Volatile trading session on RBI's big day, Sensex holds steady with 152-point gain

Volatile trading session on RBI's big day, Sensex holds steady with 152-point gain

Rediff.com5 Aug 2026

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) maintained its key policy rates for the fourth consecutive time, keeping the repo rate at 5.25 per cent, while the benchmark BSE Sensex closed 152 points higher in a volatile session, recovering from an intraday dip.

PCI President Confident Of Indian Para Athletes' Performance

PCI President Confident Of Indian Para Athletes' Performance

Rediff.com8 Sep 2026

Paralympic Committee of India president Devendra Jhajharia expressed confidence in the Indian contingent's performance at the upcoming Asian Para Games in Japan. He highlighted the team's focused training, stress-free environment, and recent successes, while also outlining long-term plans for the 2028 and 2032 Paralympics and addressing grassroots development challenges.

Want An '80s Makeover? Try These Prompts For Instagram's Viral AI Trend

Want An '80s Makeover? Try These Prompts For Instagram's Viral AI Trend

Rediff.com9 Sep 2026

Remember when photographs had film grain, hairstyles had volume and nobody had to worry about accidentally taking 47 identical selfies? The 1980s are back on Instagram, thanks to AI.

The Lawyer Who Quit Her Job To Make Lord Ganeshas

The Lawyer Who Quit Her Job To Make Lord Ganeshas

Rediff.com14 Sep 2026

A third generation murtikar and probably one of the first in her family, Manaswi Bagwe, a self-taught sculptor, is quietly pushing the boundaries of idol-making.

World Cup Players Drive Record $3.3 Billion in Transfer Fees

World Cup Players Drive Record $3.3 Billion in Transfer Fees

Rediff.com4 Sep 2026

Players who participated in the 2026 World Cup generated over $3.3 billion in international transfer fees during the recent mid-year transfer window, contributing to a record $9.89 billion spent in men's football, FIFA announced.

Mumbai Cricket Team Web Series Planned to Showcase Behind-the-Scenes Journey

Mumbai Cricket Team Web Series Planned to Showcase Behind-the-Scenes Journey

Rediff.com4 Sep 2026

The Mumbai Cricket Association (MCA) is planning a web series or documentary to capture a full season of the Mumbai senior cricket team, aiming to inspire youth and offer fans a behind-the-scenes look at the 42-time Ranji Trophy champions.

Anaya Bangar opens up on cricket comeback and WBBL dream

Anaya Bangar opens up on cricket comeback and WBBL dream

Rediff.com27 Aug 2026

Trans-athlete Anaya Bangar, daughter of former India cricketer Sanjay Bangar, has been cleared to play community-level cricket in Australia and is aiming for the Women's Big Bash League (WBBL) by March 2027, following her gender-affirming surgery and Cricket Australia's comprehensive review of her case.

'Too loud': Swiatek speaks out on US Open noise

'Too loud': Swiatek speaks out on US Open noise

Rediff.com6 Sep 2026

Iga Swiatek expressed her preference for the more intimate Grandstand court over the boisterous Arthur Ashe Stadium at the US Open. Other players like Alexander Zverev, Jakub Mensik, and Flavio Cobolli also commented on the challenging noise levels and crowd interactions at Flushing Meadows, highlighting the unique atmosphere compared to other tour events.

Delhi SIR: Deleted votes exceed winning margin in 68 seats

Delhi SIR: Deleted votes exceed winning margin in 68 seats

Rediff.com8 Sep 2026

A report by 'Voter Adhikar Manch' has revealed that the number of excluded electors in Delhi's draft electoral roll under the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) exceeded the winning margin in 68 of 70 Assembly constituencies in the 2025 polls. The audit found over 47 lakh electors marked as absent, shifted, dead, or duplicate, raising serious questions about the integrity of the electoral process and the accuracy of voter lists.

Big Screen, Big Sound: Lenovo Tab Plus Gen 2 Arrives

Big Screen, Big Sound: Lenovo Tab Plus Gen 2 Arrives

Rediff.com29 Jun 2026

Now available in global markets, the Lenovo Tab Plus Gen 2 supports optional accessories like the Lenovo Tab Pen Plus and Lenovo Wireless Keyboard.

Devdutt Padikkal: Not Taking Anything For Granted In Test Cricket

Devdutt Padikkal: Not Taking Anything For Granted In Test Cricket

Rediff.com7 Sep 2026

Karnataka batter Devdutt Padikkal discusses his approach to cementing a place in the Indian Test XI, acknowledging limited opportunities despite his recent back-to-back hundreds in Sri Lanka. He emphasises the importance of consistent performance and his readiness to seize opportunities, drawing insights from conversations with Rahul Dravid.

The High Cost Of Defending The Rupee

The High Cost Of Defending The Rupee

Rediff.com10 Sep 2026

The FCNR (B) stratagem relies on using public money to defend the rupee. The State subsidises foreign borrowing to attract dollars. This tool requires large-scale borrowing to make a material difference against a gross external flow of $11 billion a day. A commensurately large fiscal cost falls upon the exchequer. The ministry of finance will choose how much it is willing to spend in exchange for this round number, points out Ajay Shah.

'20 Million Cubic Litres Of Water Was Coming At 160 Km Per Hour!'

'20 Million Cubic Litres Of Water Was Coming At 160 Km Per Hour!'

Rediff.com4 Sep 2026

'The valley is around 16 km from the Nepal border, and it took just 8-10 minutes for the ice and rocks to reach the Nepal border. You can imagine how fast it must have travelled!'

'We should have evidence': Former CDS reveals how Modi ordered Op Sindoor

'We should have evidence': Former CDS reveals how Modi ordered Op Sindoor

Rediff.com26 Aug 2026

Former Chief of Defence Staff Gen Anil Chauhan (retd) revealed that Prime Minister Narendra Modi directed an 'unthinkable' and 'big lesson' action against Pakistan following the April 2024 Pahalgam terror attack, emphasising India's zero-tolerance policy for cross-border terrorism and the need for irrefutable evidence.

Ricky Ponting warns of ODI cricket's decline amid T20 surge

Ricky Ponting warns of ODI cricket's decline amid T20 surge

Rediff.com8 Sep 2026

Legendary Australian cricketer Ricky Ponting expresses concern over the diminishing role of One Day International (ODI) cricket due to the rapid expansion of T20 Internationals and franchise leagues worldwide. While he believes Test cricket will remain strong with support from major cricketing nations, Ponting fears the 50-over format will be played less frequently. David Warner also weighs in on the challenges and opportunities presented by the crowded T20 calendar.

Duleep Trophy Final: Ishan Kishan's 270 powers East Zone to 708 against South

Duleep Trophy Final: Ishan Kishan's 270 powers East Zone to 708 against South

Rediff.com7 Sep 2026

Ishan Kishan top-scored with a splendid knock of 270 to power East Zone to a mammoth first innings total of 708 in their first innings on Day 2 against South Zone in the Duleep Trophy final.

Defending champion Carlos Alcaraz on course with fluent win over Tommy Paul

Defending champion Carlos Alcaraz on course with fluent win over Tommy Paul

Rediff.com7 Sep 2026

Carlos Alcaraz, the defending champion, secured his spot in the US Open quarter-finals by defeating American Tommy Paul in straight sets. Alcaraz showcased a dominant performance, extending his major match-winning streak and expressing confidence in his return to top form after a wrist injury.

Google Bets Big on India's AI Future

Google Bets Big on India's AI Future

Rediff.com15 Jul 2026

The aim is to win over the country's enterprises, developers and startups as AI systems shift from answering questions to autonomously executing tasks.

Mukesh Kumar's Duleep Trophy performance fuels his India return ambitions

Mukesh Kumar's Duleep Trophy performance fuels his India return ambitions

Rediff.com8 Sep 2026

Mukesh Kumar, the Bengal pacer, has delivered an impressive performance in the Duleep Trophy, taking 11 wickets and expressing the critical importance of the ongoing domestic season for his potential India comeback. He detailed his strategic bowling approach on challenging pitches and the team's tactics for managing the hot conditions, while also providing an update on teammate Anukul Roy's injury.

BCCI Review Meeting: Gill, Gambhir, Agarkar discuss Rohit Sharma's ODI Future

BCCI Review Meeting: Gill, Gambhir, Agarkar discuss Rohit Sharma's ODI Future

Rediff.com3 Sep 2026

Rohit Sharma's ODI future was a major point of discussion during the review meeting, while also considering the recent fitness woes of key players like Jasprit Bumrah and Hardik Pandya.

Duleep Trophy Final: East Zone in command; South Zone 242/6 at stumps

Duleep Trophy Final: East Zone in command; South Zone 242/6 at stumps

Rediff.com8 Sep 2026

East Zone pacers Mohammed Shami and Mukesh Kumar chipped away at the wickets to leave South Zone tottering on 242/6 at stumps on Day 3, of the Duleep Trophy final.

How Amitabh Bachchan Is Related To Saif Ali Khan

How Amitabh Bachchan Is Related To Saif Ali Khan

Rediff.com3 Sep 2026

Amitabh Bachchan unveils a family connection with Saif Ali Khan on Kaun Banega Crorepati.

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi has what it takes to rule world cricket: Srikkanth

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi has what it takes to rule world cricket: Srikkanth

Rediff.com5 Sep 2026

Kris Srikkanth backs 15-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi to become a world cricket superstar, citing his fearless batting, Duleep Trophy heroics, IPL dominance and potential across all three formats.