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PVL: Blue Spikers end campaign with win over Defenders

PVL: Blue Spikers end campaign with win over Defenders

Rediff.com21 Oct 2025

Kochi Blue Spikers ended their campaign at the Prime Volleyball League on a high after notching up a solid 3-1 win over Ahmedabad Defenders, in Hyderabad, on Tuesday.

Openers flop as India face impossible task on Day 5

Openers flop as India face impossible task on Day 5

Rediff.com25 Nov 2025

Openers Yashasvi Jaiswal and K L Rahul perished early as India fumbled in the chase of a mammoth 549-run target on Day 4 of the second Test.

EPL: Villa snap City's unbeaten run; Arsenal cruise

EPL: Villa snap City's unbeaten run; Arsenal cruise

Rediff.com26 Oct 2025

Cash on target as Villa hand Man City their first defeat since August

East Bengal hold Bagan; qualify for Super Cup semis

East Bengal hold Bagan; qualify for Super Cup semis

Rediff.com31 Oct 2025

East Bengal FC produced a disciplined defensive performance to hold arch-rivals Mohun Bagan Super Giant to a goalless draw and qualify for the semifinals of the Super Cup.

Rejuvenated United out for revenge against Spurs

Rejuvenated United out for revenge against Spurs

Rediff.com7 Nov 2025

Manchester United's season, already their worst in the Premier League, hit a new low with their 1-0 defeat to Spurs in that final in Bilbao that denied them a spot in this season's Champions League.

How Lakshya Turned Olympic Heartbreak Into Fresh Start

How Lakshya Turned Olympic Heartbreak Into Fresh Start

Rediff.com25 Nov 2025

Olympic heartbreak sapped motivation, fitness reset and mental clarity revived game: Lakshya

'Trade deal with US could boost Indian stock market'

'Trade deal with US could boost Indian stock market'

Rediff.com13 Nov 2025

'Trade deal will act as a strong trigger for market sentiment, not just for domestic investors but also for FIIs.'

PVL: Bengaluru Torpedoes rally to down Goa Guardians

PVL: Bengaluru Torpedoes rally to down Goa Guardians

Rediff.com3 Oct 2025

PVL 2025: Bengaluru Torpedoes come from behind to beat Goa Guardians in five-set thriller

PIX: Atletico Madrid extend unbeaten run in LaLiga

PIX: Atletico Madrid extend unbeaten run in LaLiga

Rediff.com28 Oct 2025

Atletico Madrid extended their unbeaten run in LaLiga to nine matches with a 2-0 victory over hosts Real Betis on Monday.

Chess WC: Arjun, Harikrishna enter last 16; Pragg bows out

Chess WC: Arjun, Harikrishna enter last 16; Pragg bows out

Rediff.com13 Nov 2025

Grandmasters Arjun Erigaisi and P Harikrishna had another good day as they sent veteran Peter Leko of Hungary and Swede Nils Grandelius packing in the fourth-round tiebreaker at the Chess World Cup, in Panaji on Thursday.

'He knows the consequences': Trump threatens Xi

'He knows the consequences': Trump threatens Xi

Rediff.com3 Nov 2025

United States President Donald Trump said that China 'knows the consequences' if it attacks Taiwan, asserting that Chinese President Xi Jinping understands the situation 'very well'.

Rahane leads special pooja as KKR begin title defense

Rahane leads special pooja as KKR begin title defense

Rediff.com12 Mar 2025

Kolkata Knight Riders kicked off their IPL 2025 preparations with a pooja ceremony at Eden Gardens on Wednesday.

Black Hawks down Heroes in PVL Season 4 opener

Black Hawks down Heroes in PVL Season 4 opener

Rediff.com2 Oct 2025

Hyderabad Black Hawks overcame a tough challenge from defending champions Calicut Heroes to win the opening match of the Prime Volleyball League Season Four with a score-line of 15-12, 18-16, 18-16, in Hyderabad, on Thursday.

Kuldeep picks key wickets to restrict South Africa

Kuldeep picks key wickets to restrict South Africa

Rediff.com22 Nov 2025

Images from Day 1 of the second Test between India and South Africa, in Guwahati, on Saturday.

Indian consumers show renewed festive optimism

Indian consumers show renewed festive optimism

Rediff.com17 Oct 2025

Indian consumers are entering the festive season with renewed confidence and financial optimism, outpacing global benchmarks, according to Deloitte India's latest Consumer Signals: India Chapter. "With inflationary pressures easing and the recent Goods and Services Tax (GST) revisions enhancing purchasing power and festive cheer among consumers, this brings a new wave of consumption.

Neeraj, Sumit shine as India stars at World Boxing

Neeraj, Sumit shine as India stars at World Boxing

Rediff.com5 Sep 2025

One of the most promising pugilists in the country, Sumit seized control from the opening bell as he immediately claimed the centre of the ring and forced Al Hussein on the defensive.

Super Cup: Punjab FC crush Gokulam Kerala in opener

Super Cup: Punjab FC crush Gokulam Kerala in opener

Rediff.com27 Oct 2025

Three first half goals handed Punjab FC a comfortable 3-0 victory over Gokulam Kerala FC in the Group C opener of the Super Cup in Bambolim, Goa, on Monday.

Vaishali takes lead! Unstoppable in Grand Swiss

Vaishali takes lead! Unstoppable in Grand Swiss

Rediff.com6 Sep 2025

Defending champion and Grandmaster R Vaishali jumped into sole lead in the women's section

Trump Takes Centre Stage In Israel's Knesset

Trump Takes Centre Stage In Israel's Knesset

Rediff.com14 Oct 2025

On Monday, October 13, 2025, US President Donald Trump delivered remarks to the Knesset, Israel's parliament, in Jerusalem.

India rejects IMF view that US tariffs will stay indefinitely, hit growth

India rejects IMF view that US tariffs will stay indefinitely, hit growth

Rediff.com27 Nov 2025

The Indian government has expressed its disagreement with the IMF staff's 'baseline' assumption that the 50 per cent US tariffs on its goods exports 'would remain in place indefinitely', based on which the staff pegged the country's GDP growth at 6.6 per cent this year, and pared its 2026-27 projection by 20 basis points to 6.2 per cent.

Indian exporters likely to gain from US-China trade war escalation: Experts

Indian exporters likely to gain from US-China trade war escalation: Experts

Rediff.com11 Oct 2025

The escalating trade war between the US and China is expected to benefit Indian exporters in increasing their shipments to the American market, according to experts. Federation of Indian Export Organisations (PTI) President S C Ralhan said that imposition of higher tariffs by the US on China will shift demand towards India, which exported goods worth Rs 86 billion to the US in 2024-25.

Tomahawk missiles to Ukraine will destroy ties, Putin warns Trump

Tomahawk missiles to Ukraine will destroy ties, Putin warns Trump

Rediff.com7 Oct 2025

In an interview with Russian journalist Pavel Zarubin on Saturday, Putin said that such a move by Trump would "lead to the destruction of our relations. At least the positive tendencies that have appeared in these relations."

Pro Kabaddi: Titans beat Giants in thrilling finish

Pro Kabaddi: Titans beat Giants in thrilling finish

Rediff.com19 Oct 2025

Telugu Titans held their composure in the final quarter to overcome the Gujarat Giants 30-25 in the Pro Kabaddi League, in Delhi on Sunday.

No Ronaldo, but FC Goa won't have it easy vs Al Nassr

No Ronaldo, but FC Goa won't have it easy vs Al Nassr

Rediff.com21 Oct 2025

Superstar Cristiano Ronaldo may be missing from action, but that will hardly make things easier for FC Goa, who face an uphill task against Saudi Arabian giants Al Nassr in their third Group A fixture of the AFC Champions League Two, in Margao, on Wednesday.

AFC CL: FC Goa floored at home by Iraqi giants Al Zawraa

AFC CL: FC Goa floored at home by Iraqi giants Al Zawraa

Rediff.com18 Sep 2025

The match simmered, waiting for a spark, until Al Zawraa found it on the cusp of half-time. Hassan Abdulkareem's clever ball found Kadhim Raad, who cut back for Reziq Banihani. A messy deflection, a ricochet off Nim Dorjee Tamang, and the ball nestled cruelly into Goa's net.

SAFF U-17 C'ship: India drub Nepal to enter final

SAFF U-17 C'ship: India drub Nepal to enter final

Rediff.com25 Sep 2025

Second-half surge against Nepal puts India in SAFF U17 final

PIX: Arsenal stun Bayern Munich, go top; PSV whip Liverpool

PIX: Arsenal stun Bayern Munich, go top; PSV whip Liverpool

Rediff.com27 Nov 2025

A summary of Wednesday's action in the UEFA Champions League.

Germany, Netherlands on brink of World Cup qualification

Germany, Netherlands on brink of World Cup qualification

Rediff.com15 Nov 2025

A summary of Friday's action in the FIFA World Cup 2026 UEFA Qualifiers.

PKL: Patna Pirates pip Bengaluru Bulls in tiebreaker

PKL: Patna Pirates pip Bengaluru Bulls in tiebreaker

Rediff.com17 Oct 2025

Patna Pirates registered a thrilling 6-4 win in tiebreaker over Bengaluru Bulls after the two teams were locked 38-38 at the end of regulation time in a Pro Kabaddi League match, in New Delhi, on Thursday.

India, UK natural partners: Modi after talks with Starmer

India, UK natural partners: Modi after talks with Starmer

Rediff.com9 Oct 2025

Prime Minister Narendra Modi emphasized the strong partnership between India and the UK, highlighting its importance for global stability and economic progress amidst global uncertainty. Discussions covered trade, defense cooperation, and geopolitical issues.

EPL: Arsenal snatch late equaliser vs Man City

EPL: Arsenal snatch late equaliser vs Man City

Rediff.com22 Sep 2025

Substitute Gabriel Martinelli scored a late goal to help Arsenal hold Manchester City to a 1-1 draw in a blockbuster English Premier League fixture, in London, on Sunday.

Steelers Shine Bright with Grit in PKL Vizag Leg

Steelers Shine Bright with Grit in PKL Vizag Leg

Rediff.com14 Sep 2025

On the defensive front, the pairing of Rahul Sethpal and Rahul Ahri has been equally impactful, notching 11 tackle points each and solidifying the team's growing reputation for toughness at the back.

Nightmare continues: FC Goa crash to 2nd straight ACL defeat

Nightmare continues: FC Goa crash to 2nd straight ACL defeat

Rediff.com1 Oct 2025

Indian Super League side FC Goa suffered a 0-2 defeat to FC Istiklol of Tajikistan in their second AFC Champions League 2 Group D match in Hisor, Tajikistan on Wednesday.

Satwik-Chirag's Denmark Open run halted in semis

Satwik-Chirag's Denmark Open run halted in semis

Rediff.com18 Oct 2025

India's Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty fell agonisingly short of a final berth, going down to Japan's Takuro Hoki and Yugo Kobayashi in their men's doubles clash at the Denmark Open Super 750, in Odense, on Saturday.

After scrappy win, Fulton admits India were below-par

After scrappy win, Fulton admits India were below-par

Rediff.com29 Aug 2025

Chief coach Craig Fulton was not fully satisfied with Indian men's hockey team's performance against lowly China in their Asia Cup opener, but stressed that the most important thing was to start with a win.

Pink Panthers, Puneri Paltan post contrasting wins

Pink Panthers, Puneri Paltan post contrasting wins

Rediff.com19 Sep 2025

Jaipur Pink Panthers registered a 45-41 victory over the Bengal Warriorz in the Pro Kabaddi League, in Jaipur on Thursday.

FIDE Grand Swiss: Indian GM Vaishali back in joint lead

FIDE Grand Swiss: Indian GM Vaishali back in joint lead

Rediff.com14 Sep 2025

Vaishali knew she had to win to remain in contention and her approach right from the start was in sync with the requirement of the tournament situation.

Bhat stars as India colts edge Indonesia in friendly

Bhat stars as India colts edge Indonesia in friendly

Rediff.com10 Oct 2025

Suhail Bhat fires India U23 to victory against hosts Indonesia in first friendly

PIX: Verstappen wins flawless race at US Grand Prix

PIX: Verstappen wins flawless race at US Grand Prix

Rediff.com20 Oct 2025

Piastri now leads Britain's Norris by 14 points with five rounds and two sprints remaining, while Verstappen has slashed his gap to the Australian to 40 after being 104 behind at the end of August.

EPL: Arsenal trounce Forest; Brentford hold Chelsea

EPL: Arsenal trounce Forest; Brentford hold Chelsea

Rediff.com14 Sep 2025

A summary of Saturday's action in the Premier League.