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PCB confirms five-ODI England tour before World Cup

PCB confirms five-ODI England tour before World Cup

Rediff.com1 days ago

The Pakistan Cricket Board has finalised a five-match One-Day International series against England in May 2025, serving as vital preparation for both teams ahead of the ICC Men's Cricket World Cup later that year.

Southampton's Utilita Bowl to host first men's Ashes Test in 2025

Southampton's Utilita Bowl to host first men's Ashes Test in 2025

Rediff.com1 days ago

Southampton's Utilita Bowl will host a men's Ashes Test for the first time in 2025, as the England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) announced the concurrent scheduling of the men's and women's Ashes series against Australia, mirroring the successful 2023 format.

During Her Pregnancy, Samantha Is Relying On...

During Her Pregnancy, Samantha Is Relying On...

Rediff.com2 days ago

During her pregnancy, Samantha Ruth Prabhu has been relying on timeless Indian wear that feels comfortable yet elegant.

Why Cricket Australia Is Eyeing India For Future Ashes Tests

Why Cricket Australia Is Eyeing India For Future Ashes Tests

Rediff.com21 hours ago

Cricket Australia is exploring the possibility of hosting an Ashes Test match in India in the future, following its decision to bring the Big Bash League opener to Chennai. While no immediate plans are in place, CA chief executive Todd Greenberg highlighted strong relationships with the ECB and BCCI and the growing strength of Test cricket involving Australia, England, and India. He acknowledged logistical challenges due to the packed global cricket calendar.

England All-Rounder Jacob Bethell To Miss The Hundred With Injury

England All-Rounder Jacob Bethell To Miss The Hundred With Injury

Rediff.com2 days ago

England all-rounder Jacob Bethell has been ruled out of the 2026 edition of The Hundred due to a knee injury sustained during the recent one-day international series against India.

Kerala: CPI(M) Man Booked For Provocative Flex Board

Kerala: CPI(M) Man Booked For Provocative Flex Board

Rediff.com11 May 2026

A CPI(M) worker in Kerala has been booked for allegedly installing a flex board expressing support for Congress leader KC Venugopal in the Kerala Chief Minister race, sparking a political row.

Twisha Sharma death: AIIMS report confirms belt matched neck injuries

Twisha Sharma death: AIIMS report confirms belt matched neck injuries

Rediff.com12 Jul 2026

The AIIMS Delhi medical board has submitted a critical forensic report to the CBI, confirming that the alleged ligature material in the Twisha Sharma death case matched injury patterns, providing crucial evidence for the ongoing investigation.

Four Indians among 10 killed in Russian attack on ship off Ukraine coast

Four Indians among 10 killed in Russian attack on ship off Ukraine coast

Rediff.com4 days ago

Four Indian nationals have been killed in an attack on the vessel MV Golden Leo during departure from the port of Odesa in Ukraine on Sunday evening, while one is critically injured.

Ramya Ranganathan Is So Much Fun!

Ramya Ranganathan Is So Much Fun!

Rediff.com3 days ago

Ramya Ranganathan has cracked the code to looking adorable with zero effort. The Anbe Diana actress' wardrobe feels like the fashion equivalent of your favourite comfort movie -- easy, charming and impossible not to love.

I-T portal 'largely stable' despite peak load, Infosys penalised for delays

I-T portal 'largely stable' despite peak load, Infosys penalised for delays

Rediff.com3 days ago

The Indian government has informed the Lok Sabha that the income-tax return (ITR) e-filing portal is functioning in a 'largely stable and efficient manner' despite a significant increase in traffic during the peak filing season. However, it acknowledged transient technical issues and disclosed that contractual penalties have been imposed on Infosys for project delays and service-level agreement failures.

Crucial Tata Trusts Board Meeting On May 8

Crucial Tata Trusts Board Meeting On May 8

Rediff.com4 May 2026

The top agenda of the meeting includes a review of Tata Trusts representation on the Tata Sons board.

Sir Ratan Tata Trust board meeting cancelled at last minute

Sir Ratan Tata Trust board meeting cancelled at last minute

Rediff.com8 May 2026

A much-anticipated board meeting of the Sir Ratan Tata Trust, intended to reconsider nominations to the board of Tata Sons, was cancelled for unspecified reasons, despite the Bombay High Court declining to stay the meeting.

India's first hydrogen train set for commercial debut soon

India's first hydrogen train set for commercial debut soon

Rediff.com7 days ago

The Northern Railway is expected to soon announce the date for the commencement of commercial operations of the country's first hydrogen-powered train after Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated it on the Jind-Sonipat route in Haryana on Friday.

Somanath Joins Agnikul Ahead Of Mission 02

Somanath Joins Agnikul Ahead Of Mission 02

Rediff.com6 days ago

The appointment comes as Agnikul prepares for Mission 02, a flight that will attempt, for the first time on Indian soil, the recovery of an orbital-class rocket booster and the extension of a rocket's upper stage into an on-orbit platform.

Demat MF Investors Get SWP, STP Access

Demat MF Investors Get SWP, STP Access

Rediff.com7 days ago

The change comes at a time when online MF distributors are increasingly moving investors from the SoA mode to demat holdings.

Ramiz Raja criticises PCB's decision to remove Shan Masood as Test captain

Ramiz Raja criticises PCB's decision to remove Shan Masood as Test captain

Rediff.com11 Jul 2026

Former Pakistan captain and PCB chairman Ramiz Raja has strongly criticised the Pakistan Cricket Board's decision to remove Shan Masood as Test captain.

Jana Nayagan Piracy: '400 Cr Film Can't Leak'

Jana Nayagan Piracy: '400 Cr Film Can't Leak'

Rediff.com2 days ago

Director H Vinoth has finally broken his silence on the controversies surrounding Jana Nayagan, addressing allegations of the film's leak and the Censor Board's role in its delayed release, while also defending actor-politician Vijay's decision to remain silent.

Youth Protests: 'In Delhi, I Ran For My Life. In Mumbai, I Found Hope'

Youth Protests: 'In Delhi, I Ran For My Life. In Mumbai, I Found Hope'

Rediff.com18 hours ago

What was it like to be at the 2026 Delhi and Mumbai protests? Harsh Patel, 29, shares his first-hand experience of the Jantar Mantar march, the NEET paper leak protests, police action and why the movement gave him hope.

Rahmat Shah takes helm as Afghanistan's Test and ODI captain

Rahmat Shah takes helm as Afghanistan's Test and ODI captain

Rediff.com2 days ago

Rahmat Shah has been appointed as the new Test and ODI captain for the Afghanistan national cricket team, replacing Hashmatullah Shahidi. Shah, who previously served as vice-captain, will lead the team alongside Rahmanullah Gurbaz as vice-captain, starting with the upcoming series against Ireland. Shahidi's tenure saw significant victories and milestones for Afghan cricket, including strong performances in the 2023 World Cup.

What's Ranveer Singh's Connection With Danny Boyle?

What's Ranveer Singh's Connection With Danny Boyle?

Rediff.com15 Jul 2026

Ranveer Singh's zombie survival thriller Pralay is set to elevate its horror quotient by engaging the world-class prosthetic makeup artists behind Danny Boyle's iconic 28 Days Later.

Maharashtra Government Signs MoU For Kolhapur Cricket Stadium

Maharashtra Government Signs MoU For Kolhapur Cricket Stadium

Rediff.com3 days ago

The Maharashtra government has signed an MoU with the Kolhapur District Cricket Association to build an international-standard cricket stadium and multi-sports hub in Kolhapur, featuring a 35,000-capacity stadium and facilities for various sports.

PIX: When India Women Made History At Lord's

PIX: When India Women Made History At Lord's

Rediff.com13 Jul 2026

India defeated England by 270 runs in the first women's Test match ever held at Lord's, with the hosts bowled out for 186 while chasing a target of 457.

Independence Day Freedom for Murder Convict Dara Singh?

Independence Day Freedom for Murder Convict Dara Singh?

Rediff.com16 Jul 2026

Under the Odisha state premature release policy, prisoners whose death sentences were commuted to life imprisonment become eligible for remission after completing 25 years in prison, subject to recommendations by the Odisha State Sentence Review Board and approval by the state government. Dara Singh has now spent more than 26 years in prison.

Wipro's Q1 FY27 profit nearly flat at Rs 3,352 crore, revenue up 11%

Wipro's Q1 FY27 profit nearly flat at Rs 3,352 crore, revenue up 11%

Rediff.com16 Jul 2026

IT major Wipro reported a nearly flat consolidated net profit of Rs 3,352 crore in the April-June quarter of FY27, a marginal increase from Rs 3,330.4 crore in the year-ago period, while revenue from operations grew 10.6 per cent to Rs 24,478.6 crore.

India's first hydrogen train rolls out with leak detection, auto shut-off

India's first hydrogen train rolls out with leak detection, auto shut-off

Rediff.com16 Jul 2026

India's first hydrogen-powered train, to be flagged off by Prime Minister Narendra Modi from Haryana's Jind railway station on Friday, is equipped with multi-layer safety systems capable of detecting hydrogen leaks, heat, flames and smoke.

The India Story Review: Not Brave Enough!

The India Story Review: Not Brave Enough!

Rediff.com22 hours ago

The India Story adopts a very soap opera-like approach, piling on ham-fisted melodrama along with plenty of unevenness, sighs Sreeju Sudhakaran

How Akshaye Khanna *Almost* Starred In Haiwaan

How Akshaye Khanna *Almost* Starred In Haiwaan

Rediff.com3 days ago

Priyadarshan on his casting for Haiwaan: 'I thought that if Akshaye Khanna refused, I would go to Suniel Shetty.'

Azadpur Mandi Goes Digital For Gate Pass Payments

Azadpur Mandi Goes Digital For Gate Pass Payments

Rediff.com10 Jul 2026

The Azadpur Agricultural Produce Marketing Committee (APMC) has introduced an online payment system for gate pass fees, aiming to reduce congestion, enhance transparency, and streamline operations at Asia's largest wholesale fruits and vegetables market. This digital initiative is expected to benefit traders, drivers, and other stakeholders by speeding up vehicle entry and minimising cash transactions.

Azadpur Mandi Goes Digital For Gate Pass Payments

Azadpur Mandi Goes Digital For Gate Pass Payments

Rediff.com10 Jul 2026

The Azadpur Agricultural Produce Marketing Committee (APMC) has introduced an online payment system for gate pass fees, aiming to reduce congestion, enhance transparency, and streamline operations at Asia's largest wholesale fruits and vegetables market. This digital initiative is expected to benefit traders, drivers, and other stakeholders by speeding up vehicle entry and minimising cash transactions.

ICC commits to Afghan refugee women's cricket, targets 2030 qualification

ICC commits to Afghan refugee women's cricket, targets 2030 qualification

Rediff.com13 Jul 2026

The International Cricket Council (ICC) has reaffirmed its commitment to the Development Pathway Programme for Afghan refugee women cricketers, setting an ambitious target for the team to compete in the governing body's qualification pathway by 2030.

Why Paytm's First Bonus Issue Signals Strong Financial Health

Why Paytm's First Bonus Issue Signals Strong Financial Health

Rediff.com16 Jul 2026

One 97 Communications Ltd, operating Paytm, is set to issue its first bonus shares, following a landmark year of achieving its maiden full-year profit and gaining significant market share. The board will meet on July 20 to decide on the bonus issue, reflecting confidence in its financial strength and aiming to improve stock accessibility for retail investors.

India lodges strong protest with Russia over 4 seafarers' killing

India lodges strong protest with Russia over 4 seafarers' killing

Rediff.com3 days ago

India has lodged a strong protest with Russia following the killing of four Indian seafarers aboard a Guinea Bissau-flagged merchant vessel off the coast of Ukraine. The Ministry of External Affairs condemned the attack on the civilian ship, MV Golden Leo, which also left one Indian national critically injured.

Tera Yaar Hoon Main Review: Bas Kar, Yaar!

Tera Yaar Hoon Main Review: Bas Kar, Yaar!

Rediff.com17 hours ago

Debutant Aman Indra Kumar simply has no screen presence or charisma, sighs Mayur Sanap.

Kyunki... Shagun Sharma Will Make You Blush

Kyunki... Shagun Sharma Will Make You Blush

Rediff.com7 days ago

Shagun Sharma may have bid goodbye to Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi 2 after the show's 10-year leap but don't worry, her Instagram is more than ready to fill the void.

NFRA Probes Rajesh Exports Over Rs 15.5 Lakh Crore Revenue Discrepancies

NFRA Probes Rajesh Exports Over Rs 15.5 Lakh Crore Revenue Discrepancies

Rediff.com7 Jul 2026

The National Financial Reporting Authority (NFRA) has initiated a probe into Rajesh Exports following capital markets regulator Sebi's findings of Rs 15.5 lakh crore in revenue misstatements. NFRA chairperson Nitin Gupta also emphasised the critical need for genuine board independence in promoter-driven companies and human oversight in financial reporting, especially with the increasing integration of AI.

NFRA Probes Rajesh Exports Over Rs 15.5 Lakh Crore Revenue Discrepancies

NFRA Probes Rajesh Exports Over Rs 15.5 Lakh Crore Revenue Discrepancies

Rediff.com7 Jul 2026

The National Financial Reporting Authority (NFRA) has initiated a probe into Rajesh Exports following capital markets regulator Sebi's findings of Rs 15.5 lakh crore in revenue misstatements. NFRA chairperson Nitin Gupta also emphasised the critical need for genuine board independence in promoter-driven companies and human oversight in financial reporting, especially with the increasing integration of AI.

Race To The Oval: Who Will Contest The 2027 WTC Final?

Race To The Oval: Who Will Contest The 2027 WTC Final?

Rediff.com1 days ago

The Oval in London has been confirmed as the venue for the 2027 ICC World Test Championship Final, scheduled from June 9-13. This marks the second time The Oval will host the final, having previously done so in 2023. Nine teams are currently competing in the ongoing WTC cycle, with Australia leading the standings, followed by South Africa and New Zealand, as the race intensifies with crucial upcoming series.

Indian Athletes To Wear Sustainable Jute-Viscose Apparel At Commonwealth Games 2026

Indian Athletes To Wear Sustainable Jute-Viscose Apparel At Commonwealth Games 2026

Rediff.com7 Jul 2026

The National Jute Board has developed a jute-viscose blended apparel for Indian athletes participating in the Commonwealth Games 2026 in Glasgow, marking the first time jute-based attire will be featured at an international multi-sport event, promoting sustainable textiles and India's jute industry.

BCCI tightens no-ball rules, introduces new regulations for domestic cricket

BCCI tightens no-ball rules, introduces new regulations for domestic cricket

Rediff.com3 days ago

The BCCI has announced significant changes to domestic cricket playing conditions for the 2026-27 season, including stricter penalties for deliberate front-foot no-balls, new rules for day's closure, and restrictions on declarations.

Karnataka minister deboarded from state bus for lack of change

Karnataka minister deboarded from state bus for lack of change

Rediff.com13 Jul 2026

Karnataka Transport Minister Byrathi Suresh was asked to deboard a state-run BMTC bus by its conductor because he did not have exact change for his ticket. The conductor, unaware of the passenger's identity due to his mask, insisted on exact change or UPI payment, which the minister could not provide. This incident occurred during the minister's incognito inspection of the transport department's functioning.