News for 'Break Point'

'We Have To Blame Ourselves, Not Macaulay'

'We Have To Blame Ourselves, Not Macaulay'

Rediff.com27 Nov 2025

'We kept importing educational models from outside that had no connection to our cultural and intellectual strengths.'

How 'Minister of Happiness' Jabeur battled depression

How 'Minister of Happiness' Jabeur battled depression

Rediff.com5 Nov 2025

Former World No. 2 Ons Jabeur said she was putting herself first for a change and would take control of her schedule after becoming depressed during a punishing run on tour.

M&M, Manulife to form life insurance JV with 7,200 crore investment

M&M, Manulife to form life insurance JV with 7,200 crore investment

Rediff.com14 Nov 2025

Canadian firm Manulife and Mahindra & Mahindra (M&M), an Indian automaker with interests in financial services, have signed an agreement to form a 50:50 life insurance joint venture (JV) with a total capital commitment of up to Rs 3,600 crore each totalling Rs 7,200 crore.

120 Bahadur Review: Familiar War Fare

120 Bahadur Review: Familiar War Fare

Rediff.com21 Nov 2025

120 Bahadur is underwhelming, adding little fresh perspective and generally feeling like a standard war drama we have seen umpteen times before, notes Mayur Sanap.

Nikhat vows to bounce back from Worlds heartbreak

Nikhat vows to bounce back from Worlds heartbreak

Rediff.com28 Oct 2025

Two-time gold medallist Nikhat Zareen has put behind the disappointment of missing out on a third World Championships medal, and is now focussed on collecting maximum ranking points by winning the top prize in the upcoming World Boxing Cup Finals.

US Open PIX: Osaka stuns Gauff; Swiatek, Anisimova in quarters

US Open PIX: Osaka stuns Gauff; Swiatek, Anisimova in quarters

Rediff.com2 Sep 2025

Naomi Osaka produced a commanding performance to knock out third seed Coco Gauff.

East Bengal hold Bagan; qualify for Super Cup semis

East Bengal hold Bagan; qualify for Super Cup semis

Rediff.com31 Oct 2025

East Bengal FC produced a disciplined defensive performance to hold arch-rivals Mohun Bagan Super Giant to a goalless draw and qualify for the semifinals of the Super Cup.

PIX: Mbappe nets to send Real to top spot

PIX: Mbappe nets to send Real to top spot

Rediff.com20 Oct 2025

Real are on 24 points, two ahead of Barcelona and the top two will go head-to-head in next Sunday's El Clasico. Getafe are 12th in the standings on 11 points.

Rain has final say in Sri Lanka-Pakistan Women's WC clash

Rain has final say in Sri Lanka-Pakistan Women's WC clash

Rediff.com24 Oct 2025

Women's World Cup match between Sri Lanka and Pakistan in Colombo called off due to rain.

OpenAI Trains ChatGPT To 'Think in Indian'

OpenAI Trains ChatGPT To 'Think in Indian'

Rediff.com13 Nov 2025

'The aim is to have curated datasets that create cultural and historical nuances that help us make our models understand these better.'

Ranji Trophy: Mulani takes 5 as Mumbai crush HP

Ranji Trophy: Mulani takes 5 as Mumbai crush HP

Rediff.com10 Nov 2025

Left-arm spinner Shams Mulani returned a five-wicket haul as a dominant Mumbai crushed Himachal Pradesh by an innings and 120 runs.

The Kamini Kaushal You Didn't Know

The Kamini Kaushal You Didn't Know

Rediff.com17 Nov 2025

When Kamini Kaushal passed away at 98, she missed being a centenarian by just two years. But there is very little else that she missed out on in her long, rich, creatively fulfilling life.

How Option Chain Analysis Can Predict Market Turns

How Option Chain Analysis Can Predict Market Turns

Rediff.com18 Nov 2025

Knowing this data will make it easier for traders to identify reversals and momentum swings. In this blog, we will explore how option chain analysis forecasts the market turns.

Pro Kabaddi: Titans beat Giants in thrilling finish

Pro Kabaddi: Titans beat Giants in thrilling finish

Rediff.com19 Oct 2025

Telugu Titans held their composure in the final quarter to overcome the Gujarat Giants 30-25 in the Pro Kabaddi League, in Delhi on Sunday.

Aditi Rao Hydari's Style? Simply Amazing

Aditi Rao Hydari's Style? Simply Amazing

Rediff.com28 Oct 2025

Aditi Rao Hydari has that rare charm, the kind that makes her look just as regal in a silk sari as she does in a sleek couture gown.

Six Worlds, no gold... Can Deepika break the jinx?

Six Worlds, no gold... Can Deepika break the jinx?

Rediff.com5 Sep 2025

Deepika Kumari will yet again chase an elusive World Championship medal as India are set to showcase their next generation, led by 15-year-old Gatha Khadake, at the prestigious tournament

SMAT: Mhatre's hurricane ton guides Mumbai to easy win

SMAT: Mhatre's hurricane ton guides Mumbai to easy win

Rediff.com28 Nov 2025

Mhatre's maiden ton, Dube blitz fire Mumbai to seven-wicket win over Vidarbha

PVL: Mumbai Meteors breeze past Delhi Toofans

PVL: Mumbai Meteors breeze past Delhi Toofans

Rediff.com8 Oct 2025

Mumbai Meteors registered a 3-0 win in the Prime Volleyball League, defeating Delhi Toofans 15-12, 15-10, 15-11, in Hyderabad, on Wednesday.

PIX: Raducanu wins first US Open match since 2021

PIX: Raducanu wins first US Open match since 2021

Rediff.com25 Aug 2025

Former champion Emma Raducanu claimed her first victory at the tournament since lifting the trophy in 2021 by beating Japan's Ena Shibahara in the first round on Sunday.

'Kohli the best 50-over player I've ever seen': Ponting

'Kohli the best 50-over player I've ever seen': Ponting

Rediff.com21 Oct 2025

The great Ricky Ponting expressed confidence in Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli's abilities despite their poor showing with the bat in the first ODI against Australia on Sunday.

'Terrorism Is Always Waiting To Re-Emerge'

'Terrorism Is Always Waiting To Re-Emerge'

Rediff.com13 Nov 2025

'The elimination of terrorists does not imply the neutralisation of terrorism. That terrorist ecosystem continues to thrive in Kashmir.'

King: A New SRK Experience

King: A New SRK Experience

Rediff.com3 Nov 2025

From the swag displayed in the King teaser, there is no dimming of the klieg light of his superstardom... yet, notes Deepa Gahlot.

Amanjot Reveals Harmanpreet's Emotional Pep Talk Before Final

Amanjot Reveals Harmanpreet's Emotional Pep Talk Before Final

Rediff.com3 Nov 2025

From hitting the winning runs against Australia in the semifinal to taking the catch of in-form South Africa skipper Laura Wolvaardt in the title clash, Amanjot played her part in India's winning campaign.

'Seeing Sachin sir gave me a boost'

'Seeing Sachin sir gave me a boost'

Rediff.com3 Nov 2025

'I kept talking to him and he kept giving me confidence. He is the master of cricket, and we keep getting inspired just looking at him.'

PIX: De Bruyne scores as Napoli go top; Villareal win

PIX: De Bruyne scores as Napoli go top; Villareal win

Rediff.com26 Oct 2025

IMAGES from football matches played across Europe on Sunday

Injury chaos hits US Open: Shelton breaks down in tears

Injury chaos hits US Open: Shelton breaks down in tears

Rediff.com30 Aug 2025

Canadian Open champion Shelton was locked in an entertaining contest with Frenchman Adrian Mannarino in the day's opening match on Louis Armstrong Stadium when his tournament suddenly unravelled.

'I Want To Achieve What Lin Dan Did For China'

'I Want To Achieve What Lin Dan Did For China'

Rediff.com7 Nov 2025

'If there's no financial support, talent doesn't get a chance to blossom.'

LaLiga: Sevilla end Barcelona's unbeaten streak

LaLiga: Sevilla end Barcelona's unbeaten streak

Rediff.com6 Oct 2025

Sevilla ended defending champions Barcelona's unbeaten streak in the Spanish League with a crushing 4-1 defeat, in Madrid, on Sunday.

Davis Cup: India open up 2-0 lead against Switzerland!

Davis Cup: India open up 2-0 lead against Switzerland!

Rediff.com12 Sep 2025

Dhakshineswar shines on debut, Nagal makes winning return; India take 2-0 lead against Switzerland

Super Cup: Punjab FC pip Bengaluru FC, seal semi spot

Super Cup: Punjab FC pip Bengaluru FC, seal semi spot

Rediff.com6 Nov 2025

Punjab FC stun Bengaluru FC 5-4 in penalty shootout to seal maiden Super Cup semi berth

Ankita breaks 2000m steeplechase NR in Israel

Ankita breaks 2000m steeplechase NR in Israel

Rediff.com15 Aug 2025

Olympian Ankita Dhyani broke the women's 2000m steeplechase national record while winning gold at the Grand Slam Jerusalem athletics meet in Israel.

Ruthless England storm into FIFA 2026 World Cup

Ruthless England storm into FIFA 2026 World Cup

Rediff.com15 Oct 2025

England booked their place in next year's World Cup finals as captain Harry Kane scored twice in a 5-0 romp away to Latvia on Tuesday to ensure they will win qualifying Group K.

PIX: Sweden stunned at home, World Cup dream in ruins

PIX: Sweden stunned at home, World Cup dream in ruins

Rediff.com14 Oct 2025

France's perfect record in their World Cup qualifying campaign ended as they were held to a 2-2 draw away to Iceland who got a late equaliser in an entertaining Group D clash on Monday.

Mumbai players back Sarfaraz amid India snub

Mumbai players back Sarfaraz amid India snub

Rediff.com7 Nov 2025

Sarfaraz Khan was a part of the Indian side on the tour of Australia where he didn't play any match and since then has not been considered for any of the 'A' team assignments as well.

Age 40 and still scoring! Ronaldo makes history

Age 40 and still scoring! Ronaldo makes history

Rediff.com15 Oct 2025

Portugal were forced to delay punching their World Cup ticket after being held to a 2-2 home draw by Hungary in Tuesday's qualifier

'UK steel ops to break even by FY26'

'UK steel ops to break even by FY26'

Rediff.com26 Aug 2025

'Due to tariff uncertainty, automotive customers reduced their steel uplift by almost 15 per cent.'

'Indira Gandhi Stood Up To The Americans'

'Indira Gandhi Stood Up To The Americans'

Rediff.com24 Nov 2025

'She was brave. She didn't care a hoot. And India was not the strongest of nations as it is now.'

'Indira Gandhi Stood Up To The Americans'

'Indira Gandhi Stood Up To The Americans'

Rediff.com24 Nov 2025

'She was brave. She didn't care a hoot. And India was not the strongest of nations as it is now.'

When Nitish Kumar Took On Bihar Dons

When Nitish Kumar Took On Bihar Dons

Rediff.com20 Nov 2025

Nitish thought that his stakes as chief minister were far greater than his stakes in protecting one of his party MLAs. He could not allow his rule-of-law train to be derailed by a small rock on the track. On the contrary, if he removed it to keep the train moving at a steady speed he would gain strong public admiration and sympathy that would help him take the masses along in carrying out other tasks. A fascinating excerpt from Arun Sinha's Nitish Kumar And The Rise Of Bihar.

Barcelona rally past Oviedo to stay unbeaten in LaLiga

Barcelona rally past Oviedo to stay unbeaten in LaLiga

Rediff.com26 Sep 2025

The result keeps Barcelona second in the table on 16 points from six games, two behind leaders Real Madrid. Oviedo remain 18th with just three points.