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Centre to decide on plea against '120 Bahadur' certification in 2 days

Centre to decide on plea against '120 Bahadur' certification in 2 days

Rediff.com18 Nov 2025

The bench of Chief Justice Sheel Nagu and Justice Sanjiv Berry disposed of the petition filed by the Sanyukt Ahir Regiment Morcha and others seeking a stay on the release of the movie, which is based on the 1962 Battle of Rezang La.

Centre to decide on plea against '120 Bahadur' certification in 2 days

Centre to decide on plea against '120 Bahadur' certification in 2 days

Rediff.com18 Nov 2025

The Punjab and Haryana High Court has directed the Centre to decide on a representation challenging the certification and release of the film '120 Bahadur'. The petitioners allege historical inaccuracies in the movie's portrayal of the Battle of Rezang La.

Atul Wassan on India-Pak row: 'We don't like you at all'

Atul Wassan on India-Pak row: 'We don't like you at all'

Rediff.com15 Sep 2025

'They insulted themselves more after filing the complaint. The complaint shows how immature and juvenile they are.'

Safety of our daughters: Chh'garh CM defends nuns' arrest amid political row

Safety of our daughters: Chh'garh CM defends nuns' arrest amid political row

Rediff.com29 Jul 2025

The arrest of two Catholic nuns from Kerala in Chhattisgarh on charges of human trafficking and forced religious conversion has ignited a political controversy, with opposition parties criticizing the arrest and the Chief Minister defending the police action.

Rigged, biased, distasteful: Hasina reacts to death penalty

Rigged, biased, distasteful: Hasina reacts to death penalty

Rediff.com17 Nov 2025

Sheikh Hasina, sentenced to death in absentia in Bangladesh, denounces the tribunal as biased and rigged, claiming the verdict reveals the murderous intent of extremist figures within the interim government.

Maharajah of tariffs coming to table: Trump aide on India

Maharajah of tariffs coming to table: Trump aide on India

Rediff.com16 Sep 2025

Ahead of trade talks between Indian and United States officials in Delhi, White House trade advisor Peter Navarro said India, which has the 'highest tariffs' of any major country, is 'coming to the table'.

India hit full throttle in Asia Cup prep, Bumrah returns

India hit full throttle in Asia Cup prep, Bumrah returns

Rediff.com5 Sep 2025

Defending champions India had a full-fledged practice session at the ICC Academy in Dubai on Friday as they put the finishing touches to their Asia Cup preparations.

After WC heroics, Jemimah opens up on mental health battle

After WC heroics, Jemimah opens up on mental health battle

Rediff.com31 Oct 2025

Facing the pressure of playing in a World Cup on home soil, Rodrigues struggled for consistence, posting two ducks and a pair of 30s before being dropped for India's group-stage match against England.

SAFF U-17: India blank Bangladesh for second straight win

SAFF U-17: India blank Bangladesh for second straight win

Rediff.com23 Aug 2025

The second half followed a similar rhythm with India dictating possession and Bangladesh defending deep. Although chances were rare, India never looked in danger.

Super Sunday! India To Play Pakistan In Asia Cup Final

Super Sunday! India To Play Pakistan In Asia Cup Final

Rediff.com26 Sep 2025

Pakistan beat Bangladesh, set up first ever Asia Cup final date against India

It's ok if mother Marathi dies...: Sena MLA sparks row; apologises

It's ok if mother Marathi dies...: Sena MLA sparks row; apologises

Rediff.com5 Nov 2025

A Shiv Sena MLA's controversial statement comparing Marathi people to a mother and North Indians to an aunt has triggered widespread criticism and protests in Maharashtra, leading to an apology and reigniting the Marathi vs. Hindi debate.

Indian football awakening? Ex-Aussie star joins camp!

Indian football awakening? Ex-Aussie star joins camp!

Rediff.com6 Nov 2025

Williams, Bharti join camp, signalling new chapter for Indian football

PIX: India Clinch Super Over Thriller Vs Sri Lanka

PIX: India Clinch Super Over Thriller Vs Sri Lanka

Rediff.com27 Sep 2025

ri Lanka opener Pathum Nissanka smashed a belligerent century as Indian bowlers endured their worst day in the Asia Cup before Arshdeep Singh produced a brilliant 'Super Over' to win the game for his side in Dubai on Friday.

'Unjustified': Russia slams Trump tariffs, backs India

'Unjustified': Russia slams Trump tariffs, backs India

Rediff.com20 Aug 2025

A senior Russian diplomat has called the US pressure on India for its procurement of Russian crude oil "unjustified," expressing confidence in continued energy cooperation between India and Russia despite external pressures.

Latif reveals why India always win against Pakistan

Latif reveals why India always win against Pakistan

Rediff.com12 Sep 2025

Emotions often get the better of his side when facing arch-rivals India, a flaw former Pakistan skipper Rashid Latif believes has cost them crucial matches in recent years.

Bihar's voter turnout nearly 69%; women outvoted men in both phases

Bihar's voter turnout nearly 69%; women outvoted men in both phases

Rediff.com12 Nov 2025

An ECI statement issued from New Delhi put the voter turnout at 68.76 per cent. The female turnout (74.03 per cent) was significantly higher, compared with males (64.1 per cent).

Records, Redemption and The Rise of Deepti Sharma

Records, Redemption and The Rise of Deepti Sharma

Rediff.com3 Nov 2025

Life on the cricket pitch has not been a simple script for Deepti, who's had to crush a few past demons before gaining redemption in Navi Mumbai on Sunday night.

Record 69% turnout in Bihar's final phase, women voters lead

Record 69% turnout in Bihar's final phase, women voters lead

Rediff.com12 Nov 2025

Bihar recorded its highest-ever voter turnout of 67.14 per cent in the second and final phase of the assembly elections. The election is seen as a referendum on Chief Minister Nitish Kumar. Kishanganj recorded the highest polling percentage at 76.26.

Dominant India thrash China, set up Asia Cup final vs Korea

Dominant India thrash China, set up Asia Cup final vs Korea

Rediff.com6 Sep 2025

Striker Abhishek struck a brace as a dominant Indian men's hockey team outplayed China 7-0 in their last Super 4s match to reach the final of the Asia Cup

India's archers enter two finals, eye gold medals

India's archers enter two finals, eye gold medals

Rediff.com6 Sep 2025

Indian archers made a spectacular start to their World Championships campaign, storming into the finals of the compound men's team and mixed pair events to assure at least two medals

Jamil banks on fresh faces as India miss key players

Jamil banks on fresh faces as India miss key players

Rediff.com21 Aug 2025

There are four first-timers in Jamil's camp of 25 players -- defenders Alex Saji, Sunil Benchamin, Muhammed Uvais, and forward Manvir Singh.

It's 'blood money': Navarro's fresh rant on India's Russian oil buys

It's 'blood money': Navarro's fresh rant on India's Russian oil buys

Rediff.com8 Sep 2025

Using an expletive in his post on X, Navarro said, "Fact: India didn't buy Russian oil in large quantities before Russia invaded Ukraine. It's blood money and people are dying."

Heartbreak for India in AFC U-23 Asian Cup Qualifiers

Heartbreak for India in AFC U-23 Asian Cup Qualifiers

Rediff.com10 Sep 2025

India narrowly missed out on qualifying for the AFC Under-23 Asian Cup despite a dominant 6-0 victory over Brunei Darussalam.

Archery Worlds: India women's team in bronze play-off

Archery Worlds: India women's team in bronze play-off

Rediff.com9 Sep 2025

The women's recurve team of Deepika Kumari, Gatha Khadake and Ankita Bhakat entered the bronze medal play-offs at the World Archery Championships in Gwangju, South Korea.

U-23 Asian Cup qualifiers: 10-man India lose to Qatar

U-23 Asian Cup qualifiers: 10-man India lose to Qatar

Rediff.com7 Sep 2025

India went down fighting 1-2 to Qatar in their second Group H encounter of the AFC Under-23 Asian Cup qualifiers, at the Abdullah bin Khalifa Stadium in Doha, Qatar, on Saturday.

Embattled India Seek Asia Cup Redemption, Eye WC Berth

Embattled India Seek Asia Cup Redemption, Eye WC Berth

Rediff.com28 Aug 2025

Hockey: India seek World Cup berth through Asia Cup triumph; up against China in opener

Asia Cup Hockey: India rally to rout Malaysia

Asia Cup Hockey: India rally to rout Malaysia

Rediff.com4 Sep 2025

India thrashed Malaysia 4-1 in their second Super 4 stage match of the men's Asia Cup hockey tournament in Rajgir, Bihar, on Thursday.

Shailesh wins India's first gold at Para Worlds

Shailesh wins India's first gold at Para Worlds

Rediff.com28 Sep 2025

High jumper Shailesh opens gold account for India, 2 world records shattered

Assam MLA Aminul Islam arrested for defending Pak in Pahalgam attack

Assam MLA Aminul Islam arrested for defending Pak in Pahalgam attack

Rediff.com24 Apr 2025

Assam's opposition AIUDF MLA Aminul Islam was arrested on Thursday on sedition charges for allegedly defending Pakistan and its complicity in the Pahalgam terror attack, Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma said. The AIUDF has distanced itself from the legislator's comments, stating that the views were his own and not of the party. Islam was arrested from his residence in Nagaon district. Sarma said no attempt to directly or indirectly support Pakistan through any means, including on social media, will be tolerated and the police have strict directions to act against such persons immediately. Assam Police said the AIUDF legislator has been arrested for a "misleading and instigating statement which went viral and had the potential to create an adverse situation ". A case has been registered at Nagaon Sadar police station under various sections of the Bharatiya Nyay Sanhita. Meanwhile, AIUDF president Badruddin Ajmal said the views expressed by Islam are his personal opinion.

No targeted price level for rupee vs dollar, says RBI

No targeted price level for rupee vs dollar, says RBI

Rediff.com17 Oct 2025

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) does not target any price level on the rupee, Governor Sanjay Malhotra reiterated at an International Monetary Fund and World Bank event on Wednesday.

Multi-tasker Healy's injury leaves Australia in a fix

Multi-tasker Healy's injury leaves Australia in a fix

Rediff.com21 Oct 2025

Healy's injury forces Australia rethink ahead of Women's World Cup clash against England

Coach Fulton hails unbeaten India after Asia Cup triumph

Coach Fulton hails unbeaten India after Asia Cup triumph

Rediff.com8 Sep 2025

'We have enough time to build towards Asian Games and World Cup.'

'Khatron ke khiladi': How BJP, Cong reacted to Tharoor's 'dynasty' remarks

'Khatron ke khiladi': How BJP, Cong reacted to Tharoor's 'dynasty' remarks

Rediff.com4 Nov 2025

The Congress claimed that dynastic politics exists across party lines and also hailed the Nehru-Gandhi family's leadership.

Missing Thackerays And A Bulldozer At Marathi School

Missing Thackerays And A Bulldozer At Marathi School

Rediff.com21 Nov 2025

If the Thackerays don't save a Marathi school in their backyard, who will, wonders Syed Firdaus Ashraf.

'Hopefully Pratika will be fine for semis'

'Hopefully Pratika will be fine for semis'

Rediff.com27 Oct 2025

India skipper Harmanpreet Kaur hoped that injured Pratika Rawal will be fit for the semifinal against Australia after the opener twisted her ankle while fielding and hobbled off the ground during the abandoned match against Bangladesh in the Women's World Cup, in Navi Mumbai, on Sunday.

Spoke to Modi, he's not going to buy much oil from Russia: Trump

Spoke to Modi, he's not going to buy much oil from Russia: Trump

Rediff.com22 Oct 2025

United States President Donald Trump yet again claimed to have discussed with Prime Minister Narendra Modi about India's import of Russian oil, he told reporters on Tuesday after the Diwali celebrations at the Oval Office.

Women's Asia Cup hockey: Navneet's last-minute goal saves India against Japan

Women's Asia Cup hockey: Navneet's last-minute goal saves India against Japan

Rediff.com6 Sep 2025

Navneet Kaur struck from a penalty corner seconds before the final hooter as India came from behind twice to hold defending champions Japan to a 2-2 draw

Pope defends batting on Day 1: 'Not abandoning Bazball'

Pope defends batting on Day 1: 'Not abandoning Bazball'

Rediff.com11 Jul 2025

'It felt like you had to force the ball through, which in England were are not used to -- you usually get rewards for your cuts and clips.'

Batters to rule? Vizag pitch set for run-fest showdown

Batters to rule? Vizag pitch set for run-fest showdown

Rediff.com7 Oct 2025

The Harmanpreet Kaur-led side will face South Africa on Thursday and the defending champions Australia on October 12 at the ACA-VDCA stadium in Visakhapatnam.

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