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Ayush Shetty stuns top seed Vitidsarn to reach Badminton Asia final

Ayush Shetty stuns top seed Vitidsarn to reach Badminton Asia final

Rediff.com11 Apr 2026

India's Ayush Shetty secured a spot in the Badminton Asia Championships final after defeating top seed Kunlavut Vitidsarn in a thrilling three-game match.

Raja Shivaji Review: Riteish Deshmukh Fares Better As Director Than Actor

Raja Shivaji Review: Riteish Deshmukh Fares Better As Director Than Actor

Rediff.com1 May 2026

Riteish Deshmukh's Shivaji may not be a flawless portrayal, but still remains engaging throughout, applauds Mayur Sanap.

T20 World Cup: India March Into Super 8s With Spotless Record

T20 World Cup: India March Into Super 8s With Spotless Record

Rediff.com19 Feb 2026

Shivam Dube's explosive innings helped India recover from a slow start against the Netherlands in the T20 World Cup, after the top order struggled against Aryan Dutt's spin bowling.

India Women's Team Crushed by Japan in AFC Asian Cup Clash

India Women's Team Crushed by Japan in AFC Asian Cup Clash

Rediff.com7 Mar 2026

India's women's football team suffered a heavy 0-11 defeat against Japan in their second group match of the AFC Women's Asian Cup. Despite the loss, India still has a chance to qualify for the quarter-finals if they beat Chinese Taipei in their final group match.

Chopra Slams India's Strategy in Defeat to South Africa

Chopra Slams India's Strategy in Defeat to South Africa

Rediff.com23 Feb 2026

Aakash Chopra questions India's Playing XI and Axar Patel's omission after their 76-run loss to South Africa in the ICC Men's T20 World Cup, raising concerns over strategy and clarity.

PSL 2026: Angry Babar Azam slams Kohli comparison

PSL 2026: Angry Babar Azam slams Kohli comparison

Rediff.com9 Apr 2026

Babar Azam snapped at a reporter during a post-match press conference after Peshawar Zalmi's win, expressing his frustration with constant comparisons to Virat Kohli and defending his ability to finish matches.

T20 World Cup: 'India Won't Reach Semis'

T20 World Cup: 'India Won't Reach Semis'

Rediff.com20 Feb 2026

Former Pakistan pacer Mohammad Amir predicts India will not reach the semi-finals of the T20 World Cup, despite their strong group stage performance.

'Kejriwal Needs To Learn From Modi'

'Kejriwal Needs To Learn From Modi'

Rediff.com25 Apr 2026

'The entire party is centred around one man and that is Arvind Kejriwal.' 'Till the time you are in Kejriwal's good books you are powerful. The day you are not with him, you are no one in the party.'

Ayush Shetty Stuns Top Seed to Reach Badminton Asia Championships Final

Ayush Shetty Stuns Top Seed to Reach Badminton Asia Championships Final

Rediff.com11 Apr 2026

India's Ayush Shetty secured a spot in the Badminton Asia Championships final after defeating top seed Kunlavut Vitidsarn in a thrilling three-game match.

Indian Wrestlers Secure Medals at Asian Wrestling Championships

Indian Wrestlers Secure Medals at Asian Wrestling Championships

Rediff.com9 Apr 2026

Indian women wrestlers Hansika Lamba and Neha won bronze medals, while Meenakshi Goyat advanced to the final at the Senior Asian Wrestling Championships.

Savita Punia opts out of hockey World Cup qualifiers; Salima Tete to lead India

Savita Punia opts out of hockey World Cup qualifiers; Salima Tete to lead India

Rediff.com1 Mar 2026

Veteran goalkeeper Savita Punia has withdrawn from the FIH Hockey World Cup 2026 Qualifiers due to personal reasons, with Salima Tete named as the captain of the 20-member Indian squad.

India cosponsors UN resolution condemning Iran's attacks on Gulf countries

India cosponsors UN resolution condemning Iran's attacks on Gulf countries

Rediff.com12 Mar 2026

The UN Security Council, with India's support, has adopted a resolution condemning Iran's attacks on Gulf Cooperation Council countries and Jordan, demanding an immediate cessation of hostilities and denouncing threats to the Strait of Hormuz.

T20 World Cup: India look to ride on form, familiarity

T20 World Cup: India look to ride on form, familiarity

Rediff.com5 Feb 2026

Form and familiarity favour India in T20 World Cup

Rohit, Dhoni Create Iconic Moment Before T20 WC Final

Rohit, Dhoni Create Iconic Moment Before T20 WC Final

Rediff.com8 Mar 2026

India's World Cup-winning captains Rohit Sharma and MS Dhoni, alongside International Cricket Council chairman Jay Shah, walked out at the Narendra Modi Stadium, in Ahmedabad, with the T20 World Cup trophy on Sunday.

AIFF Justifies Women's Team Coach Choice, Explains Kit Issues

AIFF Justifies Women's Team Coach Choice, Explains Kit Issues

Rediff.com27 Mar 2026

The All India Football Federation (AIFF) has defended its decision to appoint Amelia Valverde as head coach of the women's national team and addressed the controversy surrounding team kits during the Asian Cup.

Badminton Asia Team: India women crush Myanmar, men edge Singapore

Badminton Asia Team: India women crush Myanmar, men edge Singapore

Rediff.com4 Feb 2026

Defending champions Indian women's team started its campaign at the Badminton Asia Team Championships on a resounding note, blanking Myanmar 5-0 in their opening Group Y tie in Qingdao, China on Wednesday.

FIH Pro League: India's dreadful run continues

FIH Pro League: India's dreadful run continues

Rediff.com15 Feb 2026

Argentina outclass India 4-2 in FIH Pro League clash

Mallya Hits Back at Critics After RCB Sale Reaches Almost USD 2 Billion

Mallya Hits Back at Critics After RCB Sale Reaches Almost USD 2 Billion

Rediff.com26 Mar 2026

Fugitive businessman Vijay Mallya responds to criticism of his investment in Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) after the franchise was sold for nearly USD 2 billion.

India vs Netherlands: Shivam Dube: India's Secret Weapon At T20 World Cup

India vs Netherlands: Shivam Dube: India's Secret Weapon At T20 World Cup

Rediff.com19 Feb 2026

Shivam Dube is making a name for himself as a premier power-hitter in the T20 World Cup, delivering impactful performances with both bat and ball for Team India.

Pakistan won't have it easy against India: Ganguly

Pakistan won't have it easy against India: Ganguly

Rediff.com10 Feb 2026

Former India captain Sourav Ganguly has said it not going to be easy for Pakistan to defeat India in their ICC T20 World Cup group match come February 15.

'Nehru Believed India And China Should Be Brothers'

'Nehru Believed India And China Should Be Brothers'

Rediff.com25 Feb 2026

'Nehru was an idealist, he was certainly a visionary in one way, but Mao Zedong was not. Mao Zedong was a very down-to-earth strategist. He wanted to take Tibet, to take the plateau, to take the rivers, to take the minerals.'

IPL 2026: How Arshdeep Singh found rhythm after Ponting talk

IPL 2026: How Arshdeep Singh found rhythm after Ponting talk

Rediff.com17 Apr 2026

Arshdeep Singh credits Ricky Ponting for helping him rediscover his rhythm after a match-winning performance against Mumbai Indians.

T20 World Cup: India vs Pak: SKY recreates Tariq's bowling action in practice

T20 World Cup: India vs Pak: SKY recreates Tariq's bowling action in practice

Rediff.com15 Feb 2026

India's cricket team, led by Suryakumar Yadav, is focusing on Pakistan's spin bowler Usman Tariq and his unorthodox bowling action during practice sessions in preparation for their T20 World Cup match.

'Pakistan Has Been Betraying Everyone'

'Pakistan Has Been Betraying Everyone'

Rediff.com24 Apr 2026

If Trump wants peace with Iran, Pakistan will offer to help. If Trump seeks Pakistan's aid to spy on Iran, then too Munir will not hesitate to chip in. At the same time, the ISI will not hesitate to tip off Iran now and then, points out M R Narayan Swamy.

T20 World Cup, India Vs England Semi-Final: Match-Winner Sanju Samson Has Come Of Age: Shastri

T20 World Cup, India Vs England Semi-Final: Match-Winner Sanju Samson Has Come Of Age: Shastri

Rediff.com6 Mar 2026

Former India coach Ravi Shastri praised Sanju Samson's mental fortitude and consistency in the T20 World Cup after his match-winning knock against England in the semi-final.

Youth & Experience: Meet India's World Cup 15

Youth & Experience: Meet India's World Cup 15

Rediff.com4 Feb 2026

Defending champions India have unveiled a well-rounded 15-member squad for the upcoming ICC Men's T20 World Cup

Gold Reserves Drop Hit Forex Reserves

Gold Reserves Drop Hit Forex Reserves

Rediff.com28 Mar 2026

The contraction in total reserves was driven by a fall in gold reserves, which dropped $13.49 billion to $117.19 billion during the reported week.

T20 World Cup: Will India Field Rinku For Windies Game?

T20 World Cup: Will India Field Rinku For Windies Game?

Rediff.com28 Feb 2026

Though he hasn't made a big impact with the bat yet, Rinku Singh has good experience at Eden Gardens. He has played 25 IPL matches here, scored 540 runs in 23 innings, and has a strike rate of 157.4. Will the team management back him as a finisher in this must win game?

IPL 2026: Can Mumbai Indians Rise Again?

IPL 2026: Can Mumbai Indians Rise Again?

Rediff.com14 Apr 2026

This is a franchise built on resilience and has often stumbled but risen with a vengeance, fiercer and hungrier. The question is: when will that happen, and why did it not start from their home ground?

Starc hits back at critics over IPL 2026 late arrival

Starc hits back at critics over IPL 2026 late arrival

Rediff.com28 Mar 2026

Mitchell Starc addresses criticism surrounding his delayed arrival for the IPL, explaining that he is managing an injury and remains committed to Delhi Capitals.

Pankaj Advani and Sourav Kothari Progress to Round of 16 in CCI Snooker Classic

Pankaj Advani and Sourav Kothari Progress to Round of 16 in CCI Snooker Classic

Rediff.com18 Mar 2026

Defending champion Pankaj Advani and Sourav Kothari secured victories in their respective matches at the CCI Snooker Classic tournament, advancing to the round of 16. Aditya Mehta and Hassan Badami also recorded wins, while B.C. Karthik caused an upset against Laxman Rawat.

The Man Behind India's T20 WC Triumph: Meet Suryakumar

The Man Behind India's T20 WC Triumph: Meet Suryakumar

Rediff.com8 Mar 2026

An analysis of Suryakumar Yadav's captaincy during India's T20 World Cup victory, highlighting his unique leadership style and its impact on the team's performance.

Check Out IPL 2026 Schedule

Check Out IPL 2026 Schedule

Rediff.com14 Apr 2026

The Board of Control for Cricket in India announced the schedule for the first 20 games to be played from March 28 to April 12, 2026.

T20 World Cup: Team India Confident Abhishek Sharma Will Bounce Back

T20 World Cup: Team India Confident Abhishek Sharma Will Bounce Back

Rediff.com17 Feb 2026

India's batting coach Sitanshu Kotak supports Abhishek Sharma after recent failures in the T20 World Cup, emphasizing the importance of avoiding overanalysis and trusting the player's plans.

PIX: How India's Under-19 World champs celebrated!

PIX: How India's Under-19 World champs celebrated!

Rediff.com6 Feb 2026

India's skipper Ayush Mhatre said his team wanted to carry the legacy of Rohit Sharma and Harmanpreet Kaur after winning the 2026 ICC Under 19 World Cup in Harare on Friday.

India's T20 Team Aims for Olympic Gold After World Cup Triumph

India's T20 Team Aims for Olympic Gold After World Cup Triumph

Rediff.com9 Mar 2026

Following their T20 World Cup victory, the Indian cricket team, led by Suryakumar Yadav, is setting its sights on future tournaments, including the Olympics and the next T20 World Cup. Senior players like Hardik Pandya express their determination to continue India's dominance in the sport.

IPL 2026: LSG vs RR: Pant blunder sparks LSG collapse in heavy loss to RR

IPL 2026: LSG vs RR: Pant blunder sparks LSG collapse in heavy loss to RR

Rediff.com22 Apr 2026

Lucknow Super Giants wasted a strong bowling effort as a batting collapse handed them a 40-run defeat against Rajasthan Royals.

What Made Colonel Sonam Wangchuk A Legend?

What Made Colonel Sonam Wangchuk A Legend?

Rediff.com13 Apr 2026

Colonel Sonam Wangchuk, a decorated Kargil War hero known as the 'Lion of Ladakh' and recipient of the Maha Vir Chakra, has passed away. He was celebrated for his gallantry and leadership in securing the Chorbat-La in the Batalik sub-sector during Operation Vijay in 1999.

India U-17 Women Thrash Bangladesh To Win SAFF U-19 Football Title

India U-17 Women Thrash Bangladesh To Win SAFF U-19 Football Title

Rediff.com7 Feb 2026

India's U-17 women's team secured a resounding 4-0 victory over Bangladesh in the final, avenging an earlier defeat.

T20 World Cup: Pakistan's Farhan vows fireworks against India in Colombo

T20 World Cup: Pakistan's Farhan vows fireworks against India in Colombo

Rediff.com11 Feb 2026

Pakistan's cricket team, led by player-of-the-match Sahibzada Farhan, plans to adopt an aggressive and positive approach in their upcoming high-stakes match against India in the T20 World Cup, aiming for a strong performance and crucial victories.