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FIFA World Cup 2026: Kounde answers Yamal as favourite debate fuels war of words

FIFA World Cup 2026: Kounde answers Yamal as favourite debate fuels war of words

Rediff.com3 Jul 2026

France defender Jules Kounde has brushed aside Spain star Lamine Yamal's comments that Les Bleus are not favourites ahead of La Roja at the FIFA World Cup 2026, saying the remarks do not bother him.

'I may die, but won't step back': Sonam Wangchuk continues fast at Jantar Mantar

'I may die, but won't step back': Sonam Wangchuk continues fast at Jantar Mantar

Rediff.com29 Jun 2026

"I was thinking I would not be required to sit on a protest. I am sad I have to sit on a fast again. I am not doing it happily; it is not easy either. I may even die, but even if I die, I will not step back," said Sonam Wangchuk, climate activist and educator, regarding his indefinite fast for Ladakh's constitutional safeguards.

How Long Do Dental Fillings Last?

How Long Do Dental Fillings Last?

Rediff.com30 Jun 2026

Dentists don't 'replace fillings' on a schedule; they replace them only when it is warranted -- like when X-ray/examination shows leakage, crack, or decay, says rediffGURU Dr Shyam Jamalabad.

'Hit them hard again tonight': Trump warns of more strikes on Iran

'Hit them hard again tonight': Trump warns of more strikes on Iran

Rediff.com4 days ago

Hours after US President Donald Trump on Wednesday said that the ceasefire deal with Iran was "over", the US President indicated that Washington could launch another round of strikes against the Islamic Republic, following strikes on Tuesday, saying it had already hit Tehran "very hard" and warning of further attacks.

The Retirement Crisis Nobody Talks About

The Retirement Crisis Nobody Talks About

Rediff.com2 days ago

Behind the aesthetics of an entrepreneurial lifestyle lies a silent financial crisis that nobody is talking about: Freelancers are sprinting toward a retirement brick wall.

Lord's Test a very big moment for India women's team: Harmanpreet

Lord's Test a very big moment for India women's team: Harmanpreet

Rediff.com3 days ago

India captain Harmanpreet Kaur believes a victory in the historic Lord's Test against England would be a 'very big moment' for her side, helping them regain confidence after their T20 World Cup exit and marking a landmark achievement in women's cricket.

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi: The Don Bradman Of T20 Cricket

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi: The Don Bradman Of T20 Cricket

Rediff.com28 May 2026

The numbers from this season alone are almost surreal. 680 runs in 15 innings. Average of 45. Strike rate of 242. A century, four fifties, best score of 103. 65 sixes and 55 fours from just 280 balls -- a boundary every 2.3 balls, a six every 4.3 balls.

World Chess Championship: 'Gukesh is a smart player, don't see any weakness in his game'

World Chess Championship: 'Gukesh is a smart player, don't see any weakness in his game'

Rediff.com3 Jun 2026

D Gukesh's prolonged form slump might be a talking point in the chess world right now but his World Championship challenger Javokhir Sindarov sees no obvious weakness in the Indian's game.

Don't want to be someone else or be under someone's shadow: Shreyas Iyer on T20 captaincy

Don't want to be someone else or be under someone's shadow: Shreyas Iyer on T20 captaincy

Rediff.com7 Jun 2026

Shreyas Iyer, named India's new T20I captain, states he will maintain his personality in the new role, embracing the challenge. Former BCCI president Sourav Ganguly supports the decision, noting Iyer has earned the captaincy, replacing Suryakumar Yadav.

'Tilak Varma is clueless': Srikkanth backs Samson over him

'Tilak Varma is clueless': Srikkanth backs Samson over him

Rediff.com3 days ago

India's T20I team is facing significant challenges under its new leadership, with captain Shreyas Iyer and vice-captain Tilak Varma under scrutiny after consecutive series losses in the UK. The team's poor performance, especially after a recent T20 World Cup win, has led to questions about player selections and management decisions, particularly concerning Tilak Varma's form and role.

'Enjoy every moment': Suryakumar's Special Message For Vaibhav Sooryavanshi

'Enjoy every moment': Suryakumar's Special Message For Vaibhav Sooryavanshi

Rediff.com5 days ago

World Cup winning captain Suryakumar Yadav has expressed his support for 15-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, who recently became the youngest player to debut for India in international cricket, surpassing Sachin Tendulkar's record.

Shreyas Iyer calls India's 125-run T20I defeat 'atrocious'

Shreyas Iyer calls India's 125-run T20I defeat 'atrocious'

Rediff.com4 days ago

India captain Shreyas Iyer described his team's 125-run defeat against England in the third T20 International as 'atrocious,' criticising the bowling unit and the team's overall performance.

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.com5 days ago

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.

'Where is the consistency?': Ex-referee slams FIFA World Cup ban row

'Where is the consistency?': Ex-referee slams FIFA World Cup ban row

Rediff.com2 days ago

FIFA is facing renewed scrutiny over its inconsistent handling of two World Cup red-card cases involving England's Jarell Quansah and the USA's Folarin Balogun. While Quansah received a two-match ban, Balogun's one-match suspension was controversially suspended, leading to accusations of external interference and a lack of transparency from the governing body.

Denied ticket, BJP leader's 3000 supporters clash with police in MP

Denied ticket, BJP leader's 3000 supporters clash with police in MP

Rediff.com1 days ago

Supporters of senior BJP leader Narottam Mishra clashed with police and blocked a national highway in Madhya Pradesh's Datia district after Mishra was denied a ticket for the July 30 assembly by-election, leading to injuries among police personnel and arrests.

Satluj Writer: 'If A Region Has A Violent History, Will We Bury That?'

Satluj Writer: 'If A Region Has A Violent History, Will We Bury That?'

Rediff.com4 days ago

'...Or will we take a positive approach and learn from those mistakes so that it is not repeated in future?'

Ultimate Table Tennis: Indian Players Eye Asian Games Momentum

Ultimate Table Tennis: Indian Players Eye Asian Games Momentum

Rediff.com4 days ago

The seventh edition of the Ultimate Table Tennis (UTT) tournament is set to begin in Panaji, featuring top Indian and international players. Indian paddlers like Manav Thakkar, Manush Shah, and Diya Chitale view the tournament as crucial preparation for the upcoming Asian Games, aiming to build momentum and gain competitive experience. The league also introduces an AI-powered review system.

Would be a great honour to captain England in Tests if offered role: Harry Brook

Would be a great honour to captain England in Tests if offered role: Harry Brook

Rediff.com1 Jul 2026

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What The Balan Mother Is Really Like

What The Balan Mother Is Really Like

Rediff.com3 days ago

'We all have mothers, and all our mothers have stories.'

'Not the IPL Iyer': Saba Karim questions T20 captaincy

'Not the IPL Iyer': Saba Karim questions T20 captaincy

Rediff.com2 days ago

Former India wicketkeeper-batter Saba Karim has called for Shreyas Iyer to assert his authority as captain in international cricket, criticising his tactical decisions in recent T20I losses against Ireland and England. Karim also suggested crucial batting order changes, advocating for Sanju Samson and Suryansh Shedge to be included in the playing XI to address India's struggles with English conditions and middle-order scoring.

Shreyas Iyer Refuses To Blame Ravi Bishnoi For England T20I Defeat

Shreyas Iyer Refuses To Blame Ravi Bishnoi For England T20I Defeat

Rediff.com4 Jul 2026

India captain Shreyas Iyer defended leg-spinner Ravi Bishnoi after his expensive 29-run over proved pivotal in India's four-wicket defeat to England in the second T20I. Iyer acknowledged the momentum shift but refused to pinpoint blame, while England's Jacob Bethell was lauded for his match-winning unbeaten 76.

FIFA World Cup: Cape Verde hero Lopes gets hero's welcome in Ireland

FIFA World Cup: Cape Verde hero Lopes gets hero's welcome in Ireland

Rediff.com6 days ago

Dublin-born defender Roberto Lopes, who represented Cape Verde in a recent tournament, received a hero's welcome upon his return to Dublin. Cape Verde, making their debut, impressed by reaching the knockout stage and narrowly losing to reigning champions Argentina, captivating fans globally. Lopes expressed gratitude for the overwhelming support from Ireland.

Stuck With CAT 2026 Preparation? Follow This 3-Phase Study Plan

Stuck With CAT 2026 Preparation? Follow This 3-Phase Study Plan

Rediff.com3 days ago

MBA expert Patrick Dsouza suggests following a consistent three-phase approach to complete your CAT 2026 syllabus on time and solve as many mock tests as possible in the final phase.

'Bro, I'm an artist': Diljit Dosanjh to stay away from CJP protest

'Bro, I'm an artist': Diljit Dosanjh to stay away from CJP protest

Rediff.com2 Jul 2026

Punjabi superstar Diljit Dosanjh has publicly distanced himself from the ongoing protests by the Cockroach Janata Party (CJP) at Jantar Mantar, which are focused on alleged exam irregularities and the NEET paper-leak controversy. Dosanjh reiterated his identity as an artist, not a politician, despite his past support for the farmers' protest and recent appeals to enter politics.

US strikes 90 military targets inside Iran, shares video

US strikes 90 military targets inside Iran, shares video

Rediff.com3 days ago

The United States has launched a fresh wave of precision strikes, hitting approximately 90 Iranian military targets deep inside Iran, further intensifying a rapidly expanding regional conflict, with Tehran warning of severe retaliation.

Argentina's World Cup Resilience Tested Ahead of Switzerland Clash

Argentina's World Cup Resilience Tested Ahead of Switzerland Clash

Rediff.com4 days ago

Defending champions Argentina, led by Lionel Messi, have shown remarkable resilience in the World Cup knockout stages, overcoming a 2-0 deficit against Egypt and needing extra time against Cape Verde to reach the quarter-finals against Switzerland.

Punjab Minister: 'Very Wrong To Ban Satluj'

Punjab Minister: 'Very Wrong To Ban Satluj'

Rediff.com5 days ago

'Propaganda films that the BJP makes, whether it's The Kerala Story or others, are shown wherever elections occur as part of their propaganda. But real-time human rights violations... If such things don't come on a public platform, how will correction occur?'

'I've still got a little bit left in the tank': Joshna eyes seventh Asian Games

'I've still got a little bit left in the tank': Joshna eyes seventh Asian Games

Rediff.com6 days ago

Indian squash veteran Joshna Chinappa, set to become the first Indian to compete in seven Asian Games, reveals she still has 'a little bit left in the tank' to add to her five continental medals and harbours hopes of participating in the sport's Olympic debut in 2028, provided her body holds up.

Brook open to taking over England Test captaincy

Brook open to taking over England Test captaincy

Rediff.com1 Jul 2026

England white-ball captain Harry Brook on Tuesday said it would be a "privilege" for him to lead the country in Test cricket if offered the job following Ben Stokes' retirement.

How To Crack CAT In Four Months

How To Crack CAT In Four Months

Rediff.com3 days ago

CAT expert Patrick Dsouza tells you how to modify your study time and strategy to be ready for the Common Admission Test 2026.

Bridesmaids Janhvi-Khushi Flank Pretty Bride Anshula Kapoor

Bridesmaids Janhvi-Khushi Flank Pretty Bride Anshula Kapoor

Rediff.com5 days ago

Producer Boney Kapoor's daughter Anshula Kapoor has tied the knot with Rohan Thakkar, sharing heartwarming glimpses of their traditional wedding ceremony.

There's justice in life, says Belgium's Raskin after beating US in World Cup

There's justice in life, says Belgium's Raskin after beating US in World Cup

Rediff.com5 days ago

Belgium secured a dominant 4-1 victory over the United States in the World Cup last-16, with midfielder Nicolas Raskin suggesting the win felt like 'justice' following FIFA's controversial decision to allow US striker Folarin Balogun to play despite a previous red card.

'Never imagined I would play 100 T20Is': Axar Patel

'Never imagined I would play 100 T20Is': Axar Patel

Rediff.com3 days ago

Indian all-rounder Axar Patel expressed his disbelief at reaching 100 T20 Internationals for India, dedicating the significant milestone to his teammates, coaches, and family.

'We are better': Yamal sparks fire ahead of France clash

'We are better': Yamal sparks fire ahead of France clash

Rediff.com1 Jul 2026

Spain's young star Lamine Yamal has confidently stated that France holds no advantage in the FIFA World Cup 2026, dismissing them as favourites. Yamal expressed strong belief in Spain's ability to win the tournament, highlighting that knockout rounds are a different challenge from the group stage.

Back Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, he's a 20-year investment, says Sivaramakrishnan

Back Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, he's a 20-year investment, says Sivaramakrishnan

Rediff.com7 days ago

At 15, a talent like Vaibhav Sooryavanshi should play right through the year without being rested as it would help him learn from mistakes while gaining invaluable experience in all conditions, former India spinner L Sivaramakrishnan said on Sunday.

Punjab Cong rift widens as Channi vs Warring showdown continues

Punjab Cong rift widens as Channi vs Warring showdown continues

Rediff.com1 days ago

Despite claims from Congress general secretary Bhupesh Baghel that there are no objections to Amrinder Singh Raja Warring's continuation as Punjab unit president, a significant faction of leaders, including Jalandhar MP Charanjit Singh Channi, are actively pushing for his replacement, citing the need for an 'uncompromised' leader.

Gujarat, And Its Strange, Thirsty Prohibition

Gujarat, And Its Strange, Thirsty Prohibition

Rediff.com1 days ago

Prohibition never stopped anyone from drinking in Gujarat. It only made the stories that come after a lot more interesting, recounts Binu Alex.

Bollywood's 10 Must Have Monsoon Accessories

Bollywood's 10 Must Have Monsoon Accessories

Rediff.com6 days ago

Bollywood makes a note of all the must-have accessories of the rainy season.

Chris Nolan On Why Mumbai Was A Special Stop For The Odyssey

Chris Nolan On Why Mumbai Was A Special Stop For The Odyssey

Rediff.com1 days ago

At The Odyssey's Mumbai press conference with Christopher Nolan and the cast.

Ikka Review: Overruled By Melodrama

Ikka Review: Overruled By Melodrama

Rediff.com2 days ago

By the time Ikka reaches its overblown finale, complete with a redundant trick ending, the verdict becomes clear: Melodrama wins, logic loses, observes Mayur Sanap.