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After decades, Cong MLAs set to join Tamil Nadu cabinet

After decades, Cong MLAs set to join Tamil Nadu cabinet

Rediff.com21 May 2026

The Tamil Nadu cabinet will be expanded with the inclusion of two Congress MLAs in the C Joseph Vijay-led ministry, marking the national party's return to government in Tamil Nadu after decades.

IPL 2026: How A Calm Mind Drives Sanju Samson's Surge

IPL 2026: How A Calm Mind Drives Sanju Samson's Surge

Rediff.com8 May 2026

Sanju is proving that sometimes the quietest minds produce the loudest impact.

Soaring LPG Costs May Force Restaurant To Hike Prices

Soaring LPG Costs May Force Restaurant To Hike Prices

Rediff.com13 May 2026

'If 5% of the total revenue was spent on LPG (pre-war), it is now expected to double. The overall food cost in restaurants is expected to rise by 4-6%.'

Maharashtra student drowns, another missing off Chennai coast

Maharashtra student drowns, another missing off Chennai coast

Rediff.com22 Feb 2026

A student from Maharashtra drowned and another went missing after entering the sea in Chennai. The Maharashtra government is coordinating with Tamil Nadu authorities for search and rescue efforts.

IPL 2026: New Age Batters Are Rewriting T20 Cricket

IPL 2026: New Age Batters Are Rewriting T20 Cricket

Rediff.com14 May 2026

Urvil Patel's sensational 13-ball half-century in IPL 2026, equalling the fastest fifty record, has ignited discussions about India's emergence as a hub for fearless power-hitters, challenging traditional notions of batting prowess.

RCB Heavy Favourites Against Gujarat Titans in IPL 2026 Final

RCB Heavy Favourites Against Gujarat Titans in IPL 2026 Final

Rediff.com7 days ago

In a fascinating battle of ideologies, the well-balanced and bold Royal Challengers Bengaluru will have to subdue a phlegmatic Gujarat Titans to lift their second consecutive IPL title.

'Never trust them again': Udhayanidhi blames Cong for BJP wins

'Never trust them again': Udhayanidhi blames Cong for BJP wins

Rediff.com24 May 2026

DMK Youth Wing chief Udhayanidhi Stalin has launched a scathing attack on the Congress, accusing the former ally of 'stabbing the DMK in the back' and blaming them for the BJP's consecutive national victories. He exhorted party cadre to 'never trust the Congress again'.

Air India, IndiGo cut flights amid surge in fuel costs, lower demand

Air India, IndiGo cut flights amid surge in fuel costs, lower demand

Rediff.com27 May 2026

Air India, IndiGo, and Air India Express are temporarily reducing their domestic flights due to surging jet fuel prices and lower travel demand. The airlines are cutting flights by 10 to 22 per cent in the coming months.

IPL 2026: Cummins' Calm Captaincy For SRH Earns Praise

IPL 2026: Cummins' Calm Captaincy For SRH Earns Praise

Rediff.com20 May 2026

Former Mumbai Indians head coach Mark Boucher praises Sunrisers Hyderabad captain Pat Cummins for his calm and clear approach to captaincy, highlighting his ability to stick to plans and execute them effectively.

9 TVK ministers to be sworn in along with Vijay

9 TVK ministers to be sworn in along with Vijay

Rediff.com10 May 2026

Actor Vijay is set to be sworn in as the Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu after his party, Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK), secured a majority in the Assembly with coalition support. The swearing-in ceremony will take place at Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium in Chennai.

'Mehangai manav strikes again': Rahul slams Modi on fuel price hike

'Mehangai manav strikes again': Rahul slams Modi on fuel price hike

Rediff.com25 May 2026

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on Monday launched a scathing attack on Prime Minister Narendra Modi over the latest fuel hike, saying mehangai manav has struck again and he has just one job of making promises during elections and attacking people's pockets at other times.

Another injury blow hits struggling CSK in IPL 2026

Another injury blow hits struggling CSK in IPL 2026

Rediff.com3 May 2026

Chennai Super Kings (CSK) face another setback in IPL 2026 as all-rounder Ramakrishna Ghosh is ruled out for the season due to a foot fracture sustained during his debut match against Mumbai Indians.

'He feels very deeply for KKR': Nayar hails Varun Chakravarthy

'He feels very deeply for KKR': Nayar hails Varun Chakravarthy

Rediff.com23 May 2026

Kolkata Knight Riders head coach Abhishek Nayar has praised Varun Chakravarthy's resilience and commitment to the franchise, highlighting his determination to play through multiple injuries this season.

Hundreds of Vijay fans who came for 'swearing-in' leave disappointed

Hundreds of Vijay fans who came for 'swearing-in' leave disappointed

Rediff.com7 May 2026

Hundreds of TVK supporters gathered in Chennai, hoping to see their leader Vijay become chief minister, only to find the venue closed and the event cancelled, leading to disappointment and confusion.

IPL 2026: Dhoni buzz dominates CSK vs SRH playoff showdown

IPL 2026: Dhoni buzz dominates CSK vs SRH playoff showdown

Rediff.com18 May 2026

Chennai Super Kings face Sunrisers Hyderabad in a crucial Indian Premier League clash at Chepauk Stadium. Both teams are vying for playoff spots, with CSK needing a win to stay in contention.

Bihar Government Considers Proposal For IPL Team

Bihar Government Considers Proposal For IPL Team

Rediff.com22 May 2026

Bihar's Chief Minister Samrat Choudhary has indicated the state government will consider a proposal to form its own Indian Premier League (IPL) team, following a suggestion from Vedanta Group Chairman Anil Agarwal. Sports Minister Shreyasi Singh also expressed support for the initiative, highlighting the state's readiness to host IPL matches.

Thailand Eyes Tourism Opportunities In Andaman And Nicobar Islands

Thailand Eyes Tourism Opportunities In Andaman And Nicobar Islands

Rediff.com20 May 2026

The Consul General of Thailand in Kolkata, Siriporn Tantipanyathep, met with the Lieutenant Governor of Andaman and Nicobar Islands to discuss tourism promotion and mutual cooperation in fisheries and other sectors.

Harsh Dubey: 'My Big Strength Is My Ability To Turn The Ball'

Harsh Dubey: 'My Big Strength Is My Ability To Turn The Ball'

Rediff.com26 May 2026

'That has been the big factor behind me coming so far in my career.'

IPL 2026: Why Did CSK Drop Hosein Against LSG?

IPL 2026: Why Did CSK Drop Hosein Against LSG?

Rediff.com16 May 2026

Chennai Super Kings suffered a damaging defeat to Lucknow Super Giants as Mitchell Marsh, Nicholas Pooran and Akash Singh exposed tactical flaws and pushed CSK to the brink of IPL 2026 playoff elimination.

Senthilkumar And Chinappa Win National Doubles Squash Title

Senthilkumar And Chinappa Win National Doubles Squash Title

Rediff.com16 May 2026

Top seeds Velavan Senthilkumar and Joshna Chinappa won the mixed doubles title at the 3rd HCL National Doubles Squash Championships. Senthilkumar and Joshna also secured the men's and women's doubles titles respectively with their partners.

Vijay's TVK did no field work, won through social media, says Stalin

Vijay's TVK did no field work, won through social media, says Stalin

Rediff.com18 May 2026

DMK President M K Stalin has alleged that the ruling TVK won the April 23 Assembly polls by influencing people through social media, without doing any field work. He said social media was used to influence family members through children and that the DMK has realised this and will be very careful from now on. Stalin also mentioned that the DMK has set up a committee to tour all the 234 constituencies in the state to assess the ground situation and find out the reasons for the debacle.

IPL Eliminator, RR vs SRH: Sooryavanshi's whirlwind 97 Carries Royals to Qualifier 2

IPL Eliminator, RR vs SRH: Sooryavanshi's whirlwind 97 Carries Royals to Qualifier 2

Rediff.com28 May 2026

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi's explosive innings and Jofra Archer's pace bowling led Rajasthan Royals to a 47-run victory over Sunrisers Hyderabad in the IPL Eliminator.

If AIADMK joins TVK govt...: CPI-M's warning to Vijay

If AIADMK joins TVK govt...: CPI-M's warning to Vijay

Rediff.com19 May 2026

CPI-M state secretary P Shanmugam said that the party will reconsider its support to the TVK government if it accommodates the rebel faction of the AIADMK in the Cabinet.

Gurindervir Singh Smashes 100m National Record; Vishal TK Creates History

Gurindervir Singh Smashes 100m National Record; Vishal TK Creates History

Rediff.com23 May 2026

Gurindervir Singh set a new national record in the men's 100m, clocking 10.09 seconds, while Vishal TK became the first Indian to run the 400m in under 45 seconds at the National Senior Federation Competition.

Eight Teams Battle For IPL 2026 Playoff Berths As League Nears End

Eight Teams Battle For IPL 2026 Playoff Berths As League Nears End

Rediff.com13 May 2026

With just 10 days remaining in the Indian Premier League's league stage, a late surge from teams like Chennai Super Kings and Kolkata Knight Riders has intensified the competition, leaving eight teams vying for the coveted four playoff spots.

IPL 2026: Hardik rues lack of momentum as MI crash to 7th loss

IPL 2026: Hardik rues lack of momentum as MI crash to 7th loss

Rediff.com3 May 2026

Mumbai Indians skipper Hardik Pandya admitted their IPL 2026 campaign never really got off the ground after their eight-wicket defeat by Chennai Super Kings on Saturday.

CSK vs DC face must-win battle in IPL 2026

CSK vs DC face must-win battle in IPL 2026

Rediff.com4 May 2026

Delhi Capitals and Chennai Super Kings, both with eight points from nine games, face off in a crucial IPL match in Delhi. Both teams need a win to stay in contention for the playoffs.

Mukund Sasikumar Exits SM Krishna Memorial Open After Quarterfinal Thriller

Mukund Sasikumar Exits SM Krishna Memorial Open After Quarterfinal Thriller

Rediff.com21 May 2026

Mukund Sasikumar's impressive run at the SM Krishna Memorial Open ended in a quarterfinal loss to Alastair Gray after a thrilling match. Ilya Ivashka and Hamish Stewart advanced to the semifinals with dominant performances.

Ashwin reveals Dhoni was 'annoyed' by his wild celebration

Ashwin reveals Dhoni was 'annoyed' by his wild celebration

Rediff.com8 May 2026

Ravichandran Ashwin revealed that his excessive celebration after dismissing Mahendra Singh Dhoni in the Challenger Trophy early in his career had annoyed the iconic former captain. Ashwin believed that dismissing Dhoni could give him a chance to play for Chennai Super Kings in the IPL.

How Akeal Hosein's strategy removed Rahul, stalled DC

How Akeal Hosein's strategy removed Rahul, stalled DC

Rediff.com6 May 2026

Akeal Hosein explains his strategy to dismiss KL Rahul and highlights powerplay discipline as Chennai Super Kings beat Delhi Capitals in the Indian Premier League.

IPL 2026: Simon Doull backs Venkatesh Iyer over Phil Salt for opening role in Qualifier 1

IPL 2026: Simon Doull backs Venkatesh Iyer over Phil Salt for opening role in Qualifier 1

Rediff.com25 May 2026

Former New Zealand cricketer Simon Doull has backed Venkatesh Iyer to continue opening alongside Virat Kohli for Indian Premier League 2026 Qualifier 1 against Gujarat Titans. He said it would be difficult for Phil Salt to return from injury and perform immediately in such an important match.

'Rahul Needs To Project Something Positive'

'Rahul Needs To Project Something Positive'

Rediff.com28 May 2026

'People don't like leaders who just crib and complain without offering a clear objective.' 'Theoretically and pragmatically, Rahul has to show an agenda beyond bad-mouthing Mr Modi on economic policies, foreign policy...'

Praveen Chakravarthy: Meet The Man Behind The Congress-TVK Alliance

Praveen Chakravarthy: Meet The Man Behind The Congress-TVK Alliance

Rediff.com21 May 2026

'On the day of the results itself, Vijay personally requested Rahul Gandhi for support from the Congress.'

IPL 2026, Qualifier 1: Gill vs Kohli: The Royal battle for final spot

IPL 2026, Qualifier 1: Gill vs Kohli: The Royal battle for final spot

Rediff.com25 May 2026

Royal Challengers Bengaluru's pursuit of back-to-back Indian Premier League titles will run into the season's most disciplined bowling attack when they face Gujarat Titans in Qualifier 1 in Dharamsala on Tuesday, with a direct place in the final at stake.

IPL 2026: Ruturaj Gaikwad praises Sanju Samson as CSK's backbone

IPL 2026: Ruturaj Gaikwad praises Sanju Samson as CSK's backbone

Rediff.com6 May 2026

Sanju Samson's impressive form continues as he guides Chennai Super Kings to a comfortable victory over Delhi Capitals, earning high praise from skipper Ruturaj Gaikwad.

Petrol, diesel price hiked for 3rd time in 10 days

Petrol, diesel price hiked for 3rd time in 10 days

Rediff.com23 May 2026

Petrol price has been increased by 87 paise in Delhi from Rs 98.64 to Rs 99.51 per litre. Diesel rates have gone up by 91 paise from Rs 91.58 to Rs 92.49.

Cong claims Rahul's reel with Vijay 'blocked', govt responds

Cong claims Rahul's reel with Vijay 'blocked', govt responds

Rediff.com11 May 2026

The Congress party has alleged that Instagram blocked a post by Rahul Gandhi featuring actor-politician Vijay due to government interference, a claim denied by the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY).

Fresh outrage as Tamil anthem pushed to third spot again

Fresh outrage as Tamil anthem pushed to third spot again

Rediff.com22 May 2026

Fresh political friction has erupted in Tamil Nadu following the cabinet swearing-in ceremony, where the Tamil Thai Valthu was once again played third during an official ceremony. This marks the third consecutive occasion where the Tamil anthem has been placed third in the protocol order, triggering fresh criticism and political reactions across the state regarding the government's failure to uphold regional ceremonial traditions.

Rs 230 crore! Virat Kohli highest earning player in IPL history

Rs 230 crore! Virat Kohli highest earning player in IPL history

Rediff.com19 May 2026

Virat Kohli has emerged as the highest earner in IPL history, grossing Rs 230 crore. Kolkata Knight Riders leads franchise valuations at over Rs 19,200 crore.

IPL 2026: CSK And MI Fight For Survival

IPL 2026: CSK And MI Fight For Survival

Rediff.com1 May 2026

Chennai Super Kings and Mumbai Indians, both struggling in the IPL 2026 season, face a crucial match in Chennai to keep their playoff hopes alive.