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One title can change everything: Satwik-Chirag

One title can change everything: Satwik-Chirag

Rediff.com12 Jan 2026

The Indian men's doubles pair of Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty on Monday said "one breakthrough title" can reignite a strong run as they look to revive their glory days at the USD 950,000 India Open Super 750.

Suvendu serves jhalmuri to Modi at NDA conclave

Suvendu serves jhalmuri to Modi at NDA conclave

Rediff.com10 Jun 2026

Prime Minister Narendra Modi shared jhalmuri with NDA leaders at the Bharat Mandapam conclave, bringing the popular Bengali snack back into the political spotlight. This act revived memories of his West Bengal election campaign where a jhalmuri break became a political talking point and a subtle jab at the Trinamool Congress.

Man Dies After Group Assault In Delhi; Three Arrested

Man Dies After Group Assault In Delhi; Three Arrested

Rediff.com2 Jun 2026

A 22-year-old man died after allegedly being assaulted by a group near a banquet hall in Dwarka Mor, Delhi. Police have apprehended three suspects, including a juvenile, and are investigating the motive behind the attack.

Thailand Open: Sindhu, Lakshya Advance To Quarter-Finals

Thailand Open: Sindhu, Lakshya Advance To Quarter-Finals

Rediff.com14 May 2026

PV Sindhu and Lakshya Sen progressed to the quarterfinals of the Thailand Open Super 500 tournament with straight-game wins.

How Lakshya Sen's Injury Impacted India's Thomas Cup Performance

How Lakshya Sen's Injury Impacted India's Thomas Cup Performance

Rediff.com5 May 2026

H S Prannoy believes Lakshya Sen's injury significantly impacted India's chances at the Thomas Cup, while Chirag Shetty expressed disappointment at the muted reception following their bronze medal win.

PV Sindhu's Indonesia Open journey ends with defeat to World No. 1

PV Sindhu's Indonesia Open journey ends with defeat to World No. 1

Rediff.com4 Jun 2026

Two-time Olympic medallist PV Sindhu was defeated by world No. 1 An Se Young at the Indonesia Open, marking her tenth consecutive loss to the Korean. Meanwhile, the Indian men's doubles pair of Hariharan Amsakarunan and MR Arjun caused a significant upset, advancing to their first-ever BWF World Tour Super 1000 quarterfinals.

How Badminton's 15-Point Format Will Change The Game...

How Badminton's 15-Point Format Will Change The Game...

Rediff.com5 May 2026

Top men's doubles player Chirag Shetty and veteran H. S. Prannoy share their perspectives on badminton's new 15-point format, approved by the BWF, discussing its potential impact on the game's dynamics and spectator experience.

How India Secured Thomas Cup Semifinal Berth

How India Secured Thomas Cup Semifinal Berth

Rediff.com1 May 2026

Lakshya Sen's remarkable comeback, Satwik-Chirag's gritty doubles win, and Ayush Shetty's decisive victory propelled India into the Thomas Cup Finals semifinals with a 3-0 triumph over Chinese Taipei.

PV Sindhu, Lakshya Sen Reach Thailand Open Quarterfinals

PV Sindhu, Lakshya Sen Reach Thailand Open Quarterfinals

Rediff.com14 May 2026

PV Sindhu and Lakshya Sen progressed to the quarterfinals of the Thailand Open Super 500 tournament with straight-set victories. Other Indian players also had mixed results in the competition.

10 Partition Dramas You Must Watch

10 Partition Dramas You Must Watch

Rediff.com15 Jun 2026

Imtiaz Ali's new film Main Vaapas Aaunga is set to delve into the enduring trauma of the 1947 Partition, continuing Bollywood's complex cinematic journey of depicting one of history's most violent and impactful events.

10 Modern Hindi Love Triangles Worth A Watch

10 Modern Hindi Love Triangles Worth A Watch

Rediff.com4 Jun 2026

These modern Hindi films proved that the love triangle still has enough heartbreak, passion and chaos left to captivate audiences.

PV Sindhu, Lakshya Sen Reach Thailand Open Quarterfinals

PV Sindhu, Lakshya Sen Reach Thailand Open Quarterfinals

Rediff.com14 May 2026

PV Sindhu and Lakshya Sen progressed to the quarterfinals of the Thailand Open Super 500 tournament with straight-game wins. Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty also advanced, while Kidambi Srikanth and other Indian players were eliminated.

India Dominates ISSF Junior World Cup With Fifth Gold

India Dominates ISSF Junior World Cup With Fifth Gold

Rediff.com25 Apr 2026

Vanshika Chaudhary and Chirag Sharma secured gold in the 10m air pistol mixed team event at the ISSF Junior World Cup in Cairo, boosting India's gold medal count to five. India leads the medal table with a total of 14 medals.

India Secure Thomas Cup Victory Over Canada

India Secure Thomas Cup Victory Over Canada

Rediff.com24 Apr 2026

India secured an unassailable 3-1 lead against Canada in their opening Group tie of the Thomas Cup Finals, with key wins from Ayush Shetty and the doubles pair of Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty.

Dream ends: Satwik-Chirag exit World Tour Finals

Dream ends: Satwik-Chirag exit World Tour Finals

Rediff.com20 Dec 2025

The Indians won the first game but failed to capitalise on the advantage, going down 21-10, 17-21 13-21 in the last-four contest that lasted one hour and three minutes.

Sindhu advances to Malaysia Open semis, Satwik-Chirag bow out

Sindhu advances to Malaysia Open semis, Satwik-Chirag bow out

Rediff.com9 Jan 2026

P V Sindhu took the opening game 21-11 before Akane Yamaguchi, who was wearing a knee brace, decided to pull out of the match.

PV Sindhu Bows Out Of Thailand Open After Quarterfinal Loss

PV Sindhu Bows Out Of Thailand Open After Quarterfinal Loss

Rediff.com15 May 2026

Indian badminton player PV Sindhu lost to Akane Yamaguchi in the quarter-finals of the Thailand Open after initially winning the first game.

Shiva Narwal Shoots Gold At ISSF Junior World Cup

Shiva Narwal Shoots Gold At ISSF Junior World Cup

Rediff.com21 Apr 2026

Shiva Narwal secured gold in the men's 10m air pistol event at the ISSF Junior World Cup, with Chirag Sharma winning bronze.

Bihar Implements UP-Style Encounters

Bihar Implements UP-Style Encounters

Rediff.com26 May 2026

Six police encounter in five days in Bihar, the first such action to deal with criminals in decades.

Thomas Cup: Ayush, Prannoy win, but India lose to China

Thomas Cup: Ayush, Prannoy win, but India lose to China

Rediff.com29 Apr 2026

Ayush Shetty's comeback win keeps India in the contest after Lakshya Sen and the doubles pair of Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty lost their matches against China in the Thomas Cup Finals.

Ghaziabad Madrassas Sealed After Teen Murder Case

Ghaziabad Madrassas Sealed After Teen Murder Case

Rediff.com2 Jun 2026

Authorities in Ghaziabad intensified verification drives and sealed three unrecognised madrassas in the Khoda area following the murder of a 17-year-old boy. The incident has led to heightened security measures and political reactions.

India Face Japan In Thomas Cup Quarterfinal Clash

India Face Japan In Thomas Cup Quarterfinal Clash

Rediff.com30 Apr 2026

India will aim to continue their quest for a second title when they face Japan in the quarterfinals of the Thomas Cup Finals. India progressed to the quarterfinals after finishing second in Group A and will face Japan, who, like them, have won the title once.

Lakshya, Sindhu Lead Indian Charge At Thailand Open

Lakshya, Sindhu Lead Indian Charge At Thailand Open

Rediff.com11 May 2026

Lakshya Sen and PV Sindhu will lead India's challenge at the Thailand Open Super 500 tournament, following the country's bronze-medal finish at the Thomas Cup Finals.

BJP Youth Wing Activist Killed In Surat Stabbing

BJP Youth Wing Activist Killed In Surat Stabbing

Rediff.com18 May 2026

A 21-year-old BJP youth wing activist was stabbed to death in Surat, Gujarat, due to a prior dispute. Police have identified the suspects and are investigating the incident.

Satwik-Chirag seal knock-out berth at World Tour Finals

Satwik-Chirag seal knock-out berth at World Tour Finals

Rediff.com19 Dec 2025

Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty maintained their unbeaten run to storm into the knock-out stage of the season-ending BWF World Tour Finals, beating arch-rivals Aaron Chia and Soh Wooi Yik of Malaysia in their final Group B match, in Hangzhou, on Friday.

'We don't want money or parades': Satwik hits back

'We don't want money or parades': Satwik hits back

Rediff.com8 May 2026

Ace doubles badminton player Satwiksairaj Rankireddy clarified his recent comments regarding the muted public reception after the Indian team won the Thomas Cup bronze medal, emphasising the need to celebrate all sporting achievements.

Chirag Offers Prayers After NDA Triumph

Chirag Offers Prayers After NDA Triumph

Rediff.com17 Nov 2025

Lok Janshakti Party leader and Union Minister Chirag Paswan -- whose mother Reena Paswan nee Sharma has Punjabi origins -- visited the Patna Sahib gurdwara with his mum and other members of his family on Sunday, November 16, 2025 following the NDA's Bihar assembly election victory.

World Tour Finals: Satwik-Chirag stun Olympic silver medallists

World Tour Finals: Satwik-Chirag stun Olympic silver medallists

Rediff.com17 Dec 2025

Star Indian shuttlers Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty showed nerves of steel to stun Olympic silver medallists Liang Wei Keng and Wang Chang in their opening Group B match at the BWF World Tour Finals in Hangzhou, China, on Wednesday.

Sachin Tendulkar says one opportunity can change a child's future

Sachin Tendulkar says one opportunity can change a child's future

Rediff.com19 May 2026

Cricket legend Sachin Tendulkar visited the SRT10 Altevol Centre of Excellence Sports Academy in Ahmedabad, inspiring young athletes and encouraging them to embrace discipline and the joy of learning through sport.

Lakshya Sen Stuns Chou Tien Chen In Thomas Cup Quarterfinal

Lakshya Sen Stuns Chou Tien Chen In Thomas Cup Quarterfinal

Rediff.com1 May 2026

Lakshya Sen staged a remarkable comeback to defeat world No. 6 Chou Tien Chen, securing a 1-0 lead for India against Chinese Taipei in the Thomas Cup quarter-finals.

India Sweeps Australia To Reach Thomas Cup Quarters

India Sweeps Australia To Reach Thomas Cup Quarters

Rediff.com27 Apr 2026

India secured a dominant 5-0 victory over Australia in their Group A tie at the Thomas Cup Finals, earning them a place in the quarterfinals.

How India Reached Thomas Cup Semifinals

How India Reached Thomas Cup Semifinals

Rediff.com1 May 2026

India's badminton team advances to the Thomas Cup semifinals after a decisive 3-0 victory over Chinese Taipei, fuelled by standout performances from Ayush Shetty and Lakshya Sen.

Treesa Jolly Injury Forces India Uber Cup Team Change

Treesa Jolly Injury Forces India Uber Cup Team Change

Rediff.com17 Apr 2026

Treesa Jolly's ankle injury forces her withdrawal from the Uber Cup Finals, impacting India's campaign in Denmark. Shruti Mishra and Priya Konjengbam have been named as replacements.

US shuts India-based call centre defrauding elderly Americans

US shuts India-based call centre defrauding elderly Americans

Rediff.com21 May 2026

US authorities have shut down an India-based call centre operation that allegedly defrauded hundreds of elderly Americans of millions of dollars through tech support scams, following a years-long investigation.

India Set For Thomas Cup Quarter-final With Chinese Taipei

India Set For Thomas Cup Quarter-final With Chinese Taipei

Rediff.com30 Apr 2026

India will face Chinese Taipei in the quarterfinals of the Thomas Cup Finals, aiming to continue their quest for a second title. India progressed to the quarterfinals after finishing second in Group A. Chinese Taipei, led by world No. 6 Chou Tien Chen, topped Group C.

Lakshya Sen Falters Against Li Shi Feng In Thomas Cup Tie

Lakshya Sen Falters Against Li Shi Feng In Thomas Cup Tie

Rediff.com29 Apr 2026

Lakshya Sen lost a hard-fought match to Li Shi Feng in their Thomas Cup tie, putting India behind China 0-1. Despite a strong showing at the All England Championships, Lakshya couldn't replicate his success, losing in three games.

Expert Advice: Rebalance Your Portfolio Amidst Gold Surge, Equity Volatility

Expert Advice: Rebalance Your Portfolio Amidst Gold Surge, Equity Volatility

Rediff.com21 May 2026

Amidst a sharp run-up in gold and silver prices, investors are advised to rebalance their portfolios by booking partial profits in precious metals and reallocating to domestic equities and debt, according to financial experts.

India To Battle Chinese Taipei In Thomas Cup Quarterfinal

India To Battle Chinese Taipei In Thomas Cup Quarterfinal

Rediff.com30 Apr 2026

India will aim to continue their quest for a second title when they face Chinese Taipei in the quarterfinals of the Thomas Cup Finals.

How India Secured Victory Over Canada In Thomas Cup

How India Secured Victory Over Canada In Thomas Cup

Rediff.com24 Apr 2026

India secured a 4-1 victory against Canada in their opening Group A tie of the Thomas Cup Finals, with wins from Ayush Shetty and the doubles pair Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty.

Nitish's son among 32 new ministers to join Bihar govt

Nitish's son among 32 new ministers to join Bihar govt

Rediff.com7 May 2026

The Bihar cabinet has expanded significantly with 32 new ministers taking oath, including Nishant Kumar, son of JD(U) leader Nitish Kumar. The expansion includes representatives from all five NDA constituents in the state.