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Patidar's fifty in vain as Australia A beat India A again

Patidar's fifty in vain as Australia A beat India A again

Rediff.com9 Oct 2026

Australia A defeated India A by 69 runs in the second one-day match in Puducherry, securing an unassailable 2-0 lead in the three-match series. Aggressive half-centuries from Josh Philippe and Sam Konstas, along with crucial wickets from pacer Spencer Johnson, led Australia A to victory, while India A's top order struggled.

McSweeney hits century as Australia A rout India A in first one-dayer

McSweeney hits century as Australia A rout India A in first one-dayer

Rediff.com7 Oct 2026

Nathan McSweeney's century and Mahli Beardman's four-wicket haul led Australia A to a commanding 125-run victory over India A in the first one-dayer of their three-match series.

Cummins and Starc back in Australia ODI squad for South Africa series, Edwards eyes debut

Cummins and Starc back in Australia ODI squad for South Africa series, Edwards eyes debut

Rediff.com21 Sep 2026

Australia have strengthened their ODI squad for South Africa with returns for Pat Cummins and Mitchell Starc, while Jack Edwards could debut amid Cameron Green's shoulder concern.

Kerala Government Coordinates Repatriation Of Fire Victims From Germany

Kerala Government Coordinates Repatriation Of Fire Victims From Germany

Rediff.com3 days ago

Three Keralites, Sivin Johny, Nova Sabu, and Anjali Sheela Joy, died in a residential building fire in Bochum, Germany. Kerala Chief Minister V D Satheesan's office is coordinating with the Indian Embassy and Ministry of External Affairs to repatriate their mortal remains, with the state government bearing all expenses. Public representatives have also urged swift action to bring the bodies home.

Kerala High Court Grills State Over CMRL Bribery Case Preliminary Enquiry

Kerala High Court Grills State Over CMRL Bribery Case Preliminary Enquiry

Rediff.com5 days ago

The Kerala High Court on Tuesday questioned the state government's decision to order a preliminary enquiry into the alleged CMRL bribery case, despite information from the ED regarding corruption offences against former Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan and others. The court is hearing appeals from Vijayan, his daughter Veena T, and son-in-law P A Mohamed Riyas, who argue they were not heard before an FIR was directed to be lodged. The ED alleges fraudulent payments of Rs 2.78 crore were made to Veena's company.

Kerala CMRL Bribery Case: High Court Dismisses Vijayan's Plea, Political Fallout Ensues

Kerala CMRL Bribery Case: High Court Dismisses Vijayan's Plea, Political Fallout Ensues

Rediff.com3 days ago

The Kerala High Court dismissed pleas by former Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan, his daughter Veena T, and son-in-law P A Mohamed Riyas, challenging an order to register an FIR against them in the alleged CMRL bribery case. Current Chief Minister V D Satheesan defended the government's actions, stating they followed legal advice, while political parties reacted sharply, with BJP welcoming the verdict and CPI(M) alleging political motivation.

India A's pace trio has a point to prove against Australia A

India A's pace trio has a point to prove against Australia A

Rediff.com5 Oct 2026

Young Indian fast bowlers Gurjapneet Singh, Arshad Khan, and Yash Thakur are set to feature in the India A vs Australia A one-day series, aiming to showcase their talent and address the senior national team's current scarcity in the pace department. The series, initially anticipated for Hardik Pandya's return, now serves as a crucial platform for these emerging pacers to catch the attention of national selectors amidst injuries and inconsistent form among established bowlers.

Suryansh Shedge steps in for Hardik Pandya in India A squad for Australia A ODIs

Suryansh Shedge steps in for Hardik Pandya in India A squad for Australia A ODIs

Rediff.com5 Oct 2026

All-rounder Suryansh Shedge has been named as a replacement for the injured Hardik Pandya in the India A squad for the upcoming three-match one-day series against Australia A in Puducherry, with Pandya ruled out due to a fresh injury concern preventing him from bowling pain-free.

ISRO Pensioners Urge Modi To Address Privatisation Concerns

ISRO Pensioners Urge Modi To Address Privatisation Concerns

Rediff.com1 Oct 2026

'It seems the prime minister may not be given the real picture about the country's space sector and ISRO. So, we are having the seminar to bring the issues to his notice.'

LIV Golf Files For Chapter 11 Bankruptcy, Plans Restructuring

LIV Golf Files For Chapter 11 Bankruptcy, Plans Restructuring

Rediff.com9 Sep 2026

Professional men's golf league LIV Golf has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy in New Jersey, aiming to restructure its business with a $49.6 million loan from Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund.

Taylor Swift, Madonna Dominate MTV Video Music Awards

Taylor Swift, Madonna Dominate MTV Video Music Awards

Rediff.com28 Sep 2026

The annual MTV Video Music Awards saw major triumphs for global music icons Taylor Swift, Madonna, and K-Pop sensation BTS, with Swift making history as the most-awarded artist and Madonna earning the coveted Artist of the Year title.

Coming Up In Theatres This October: Drishyam 3, Jailer 2, Udta Teer

Coming Up In Theatres This October: Drishyam 3, Jailer 2, Udta Teer

Rediff.com29 Sep 2026

From franchise finales and superstar sequels, Ajay Devgn and Rajinikanth are all set to lead the October charge.

Trump Can't Concede Defeat; He Doesn't Know How To Win

Trump Can't Concede Defeat; He Doesn't Know How To Win

Rediff.com28 Sep 2026

There are only bad and worse options before him, points out Aakar Patel.

Inglis' century, Ellis' cameo help Australia snatch dramatic 1-wicket win over Zimbabwe

Inglis' century, Ellis' cameo help Australia snatch dramatic 1-wicket win over Zimbabwe

Rediff.com20 Sep 2026

Josh Inglis scored a century and Nathan Ellis hit an unbeaten 36, including a six off the first ball of the final over, to guide Australia to a dramatic one-wicket victory over Zimbabwe, securing a 3-0 series whitewash.

Renshaw hits maiden ODI ton as Ellis destroys Zimbabwe

Renshaw hits maiden ODI ton as Ellis destroys Zimbabwe

Rediff.com15 Sep 2026

Matt Renshaw scored a maiden one-day international century and Nathan Ellis took five wickets to guide Australia to a 59-run victory over Zimbabwe in the first match of their three-game series in Harare. Australia posted 294-8 batting first, with Renshaw making 109. Zimbabwe, despite fighting half-centuries from Craig Ervine and Sikandar Raza, were bowled out for 235.

Nations League: Netherlands hold Germany; Norway, Portugal win

Nations League: Netherlands hold Germany; Norway, Portugal win

Rediff.com25 Sep 2026

Cody Gakpo scored a stoppage-time equaliser for the Netherlands, securing a 1-1 draw against Germany in their Nations League opener, spoiling Juergen Klopp's debut as Germany's coach. Other Nations League matches saw Erling Haaland lead Norway to victory over Denmark, Portugal defeat Wales, and Greece snatch a late win against Serbia.

Why Australia A's India Tour Is Crucial For Future Test Prospects

Why Australia A's India Tour Is Crucial For Future Test Prospects

Rediff.com1 Sep 2026

Australia A has announced a 14-member squad for their upcoming series against India A in Puducherry. The tour, featuring both four-day and one-day matches, is crucial for exposing players to subcontinental conditions and preparing them for future senior team tours to India, including a Test series next year. The squad includes several players with prior international experience.

Australia drop Marnus Labuschagne for ODI series in Zimbabwe, South Africa

Australia drop Marnus Labuschagne for ODI series in Zimbabwe, South Africa

Rediff.com1 Sep 2026

Out-of-form batter Marnus Labuschagne has been dropped from Australia's One-Day International squad for upcoming series against Zimbabwe and South Africa, with Mitchell Marsh, Travis Head, and Josh Hazlewood returning to the side.

IPL 2026: CSK Replace Nathan Ellis with Spencer Johnson

IPL 2026: CSK Replace Nathan Ellis with Spencer Johnson

Rediff.com27 Mar 2026

CSK sign Spencer Johnson as replacement for injured Nathan Ellis ahead of IPL 2026, boosting pace attack but leaving death-over concerns.

Camila Mendes And Dwayne 'The Rock' Johnson Are Manish Malhotra's Muses At The Met

Camila Mendes And Dwayne 'The Rock' Johnson Are Manish Malhotra's Muses At The Met

Rediff.com6 May 2026

At the Met Gala 2026, Manish Malhotra had both Camila Mendes and Dwayne Johnson (The Rock), wear his creations and then he showed up himself and stole the show!

10 Malayalam Songs That Capture Onam Best

10 Malayalam Songs That Capture Onam Best

Rediff.com25 Aug 2026

From timeless classics to modern favourites, these 10 Malayalam songs capture the colour, warmth and togetherness of Onam like few others can.

League Cup: Newcastle, Spurs, Everton advance with convincing wins

League Cup: Newcastle, Spurs, Everton advance with convincing wins

Rediff.com27 Aug 2026

Newcastle United, Tottenham Hotspur, and Everton all secured their spots in the third round of the League Cup.

FIFA President Infantino Tried to Reach Trump After Rights Plan Collapse: Report

FIFA President Infantino Tried to Reach Trump After Rights Plan Collapse: Report

Rediff.com3 Aug 2026

FIFA President Gianni Infantino reportedly sought support from the Trump administration following the collapse of his plan to sell a stake in World Cup commercial rights, facing mounting criticism and feeling 'isolated' by negative media coverage.

FIFA labels report of Infantino seeking Trump's help 'pure fiction'

FIFA labels report of Infantino seeking Trump's help 'pure fiction'

Rediff.com4 Aug 2026

FIFA has vehemently denied a report claiming President Gianni Infantino sought assistance from the U.S. President Donald Trump's administration following the collapse of a multi-billion dollar plan to sell a stake in World Cup commercial rights, calling the allegations 'pure fiction'.

Moana Review: Another Pointless Disney Remake

Moana Review: Another Pointless Disney Remake

Rediff.com10 Jul 2026

The live-action Moana faithfully recreates the original, but rarely captures its magic.

Ajinkya Rahane's Top 5 Career-Defining Test knocks

Ajinkya Rahane's Top 5 Career-Defining Test knocks

Rediff.com31 Jul 2026

From his iconic Melbourne centuries to Lord's heroics, revisit Ajinkya Rahane's five greatest Test knocks that shaped his remarkable India career.

Injury-riddled Asiad winner Jinson Johnson hangs up his spikes

Injury-riddled Asiad winner Jinson Johnson hangs up his spikes

Rediff.com7 Jan 2026

During the 2018 Commonwealth Games in Gold Coast, Australia, Johnson broke Bahadur Prasad's 23-year-old 1500m national record with a time of 3 minute 37.86 seconds though he finished fifth in the final.

Pati Patni Aur Woh Do Arrives On OTT This July

Pati Patni Aur Woh Do Arrives On OTT This July

Rediff.com6 Jul 2026

It's a rainy July, and the best way to enjoy it is to curl up on your couch and watch the telly.

Alfred becomes third-fastest 200m woman, Wanyonyi breaks 1,000m World record

Alfred becomes third-fastest 200m woman, Wanyonyi breaks 1,000m World record

Rediff.com11 Jul 2026

Julien Alfred became the third-fastest woman in 200m history with a 21.51-second win, while Emmanuel Wanyonyi broke a 27-year-old world record in the rarely contested 1,000m at the Monaco Diamond League.

COMING UP In July: Love, Horror and Action!

COMING UP In July: Love, Horror and Action!

Rediff.com2 Jul 2026

Bollywood is super busy this July. Joginder Tuteja lists the movies coming up in theatres.

The business behind the three-minute water breaks during FIFA World Cup 2026

The business behind the three-minute water breaks during FIFA World Cup 2026

Rediff.com10 Jun 2026

With hot weather due and memories fresh of the scorching 2025 Club World Cup, FIFA has for the first time mandated three-minute hydration breaks in each half for all 104 matches of the World Cup starting this week in the U.S., Mexico and Canada.

'Trump mulled nuclear weapon option during Iran tensions, but was stopped'

'Trump mulled nuclear weapon option during Iran tensions, but was stopped'

Rediff.com15 May 2026

Former CIA Analyst, Larry Johnson, said on Friday that US President Donald Trump asked US chairman of the joint chiefs of staff, Dan Caine, if they could use the nuclear weapons, but the latter denied.

10 Bollywood Films That Chased Hidden Treasures

10 Bollywood Films That Chased Hidden Treasures

Rediff.com9 Jul 2026

From Khazana to Tumbbad and Dhamaal, Bollywood's treasure-hunt adventures have delivered everything from hidden riches and cursed gold to madcap comedy and even horror.

A decade after Brexit, Britain prepares for seventh PM

A decade after Brexit, Britain prepares for seventh PM

Rediff.com23 Jun 2026

A referendum 10 years ago on this day set the United Kingdom on a new path as a non-member of the European Union (EU) and the turmoil of that Brexit vote continues to play out as the country prepares for its seventh prime minister in a decade.

'Don't listen to losers': Trump slams Republicans over Iran deal

'Don't listen to losers': Trump slams Republicans over Iran deal

Rediff.com25 May 2026

US President Donald Trump's proposed peace deal with Iran has drawn significant criticism from both Republican and Democrat senators, who express deep concerns that it would legitimise Tehran as a 'dominant force' and potentially allow it to retain control over the Strait of Hormuz and uranium enrichment capabilities.

IPL 2026, GT vs CSK: Gill-Sudharsan record stand propels GT to massive win over CSK

IPL 2026, GT vs CSK: Gill-Sudharsan record stand propels GT to massive win over CSK

Rediff.com21 May 2026

Five-time champions Chennai Super Kings were eliminated from the race for the IPL 2026 playoffs after suffering a humiliating 89-run defeat at the hands of Gujarat Titans in Ahmedabad on Thursday.

First in six decades: Australia pick India-born Nikhil Chaudhary for Bangladesh T20s

First in six decades: Australia pick India-born Nikhil Chaudhary for Bangladesh T20s

Rediff.com11 Jun 2026

Delhi-born Nikhil Chaudhary, who played for Punjab till 2016-2017, was called up to the Australian T20 squad for a three-match tour to Bangladesh next week.

Five History-Sheeters Booked Under MPDA Act In Beed

Five History-Sheeters Booked Under MPDA Act In Beed

Rediff.com23 May 2026

Police in Maharashtra's Beed district have invoked the Maharashtra Prevention of Dangerous Activities (MPDA) Act against five history-sheeters to prevent them from committing more offences.

Isn't Samreen Absolutely Stunning?

Isn't Samreen Absolutely Stunning?

Rediff.com12 May 2026

Ever since rumours linked Samreen Kaur with cricketer Arshdeep Singh, the internet has been busy trying to label her as just another WAG.

Blow For CSK! Pacer Jamie Overton Returns Home After Thigh Injury

Blow For CSK! Pacer Jamie Overton Returns Home After Thigh Injury

Rediff.com14 May 2026

Chennai Super Kings all-rounder Jamie Overton is returning to the UK to assess a right thigh injury, adding to CSK's list of injured players this IPL season.