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Opposition to name joint VP candidate on Tuesday, South face-off likely

Opposition to name joint VP candidate on Tuesday, South face-off likely

Rediff.com19 Aug 2025

Opposition parties are expected to announce their joint vice-presidential candidate, potentially leading to a 'south versus south' contest. Meetings and discussions have been held to finalize the candidate, with names from Tamil Nadu being considered. The opposition aims to field a non-political figure with national standing.

'Suar kumar': Ex-Pak Player Yousuf Abuses India Captain Suryakumar on Live TV

'Suar kumar': Ex-Pak Player Yousuf Abuses India Captain Suryakumar on Live TV

Rediff.com16 Sep 2025

Former Pakistan batter Mohammad Yousuf sparked controversy by using a derogatory term to insult India captain Suryakumar Yadav during a live TV discussion.

Pycroft received handshake order just four minutes pre-toss

Pycroft received handshake order just four minutes pre-toss

Rediff.com19 Sep 2025

Pycroft's decision has not been seen by ICC as a breach of any code of conduct, but as an action he was authorised to take in his remit as a match official deputed to manage the game.

Panel formed to review Puri Jagannath Temple security

Panel formed to review Puri Jagannath Temple security

Rediff.com3 Sep 2025

The Shree Jagannath Temple Managing Committee (SJTMC) has formed a sub-committee, headed by former Lt Governor of Jammu and Kashmir, Girish Chandra Murmu, to suggest measures to ensure full protection of the temple in light of recent security breaches.

BCCI set to host Asia Cup in UAE, India-Pakistan match likely

BCCI set to host Asia Cup in UAE, India-Pakistan match likely

Rediff.com24 Jul 2025

ACC chairman and Pakistan Cricket Board head Mohsin Naqvi also kept cards close to his chest when asked about a possible India vs Pakistan match at the Asia Cup in September.

'Not ideal but...': Rashid slams Asia Cup scheduling

'Not ideal but...': Rashid slams Asia Cup scheduling

Rediff.com9 Sep 2025

Afghanistan skipper Rashid Khan on Tuesday didn't mince words while criticising the "not so ideal" scheduling

''Consumers Must Get Real Benefit Of GST Cuts'

''Consumers Must Get Real Benefit Of GST Cuts'

Rediff.com12 Sep 2025

'In case a particular industry has not passed on the benefits and if we receive complaints, we will take up the matter with the industry body concerned.'

From Russia With Love

From Russia With Love

Rediff.com10 Oct 2025

Red Square and VDNKh easily rank among the most striking places I've visited -- both for their historical significance and architectural splendour.
My admiration for Russian culture, vision and ambition grew with every step as I clocked the miles, Nitin Sathe tells us after a visit to Moscow and St Petersburg.

Back Into Good Books! IOC Restores Funding To India

Back Into Good Books! IOC Restores Funding To India

Rediff.com3 Sep 2025

IOC resumes funding to IOA after "corrective measures" to resolve disputes and governance issues

Modi meets Putin, says humanity's call to end hostilities

Modi meets Putin, says humanity's call to end hostilities

Rediff.com2 Sep 2025

India and Russia always stood "shoulder-to-shoulder" even in the most difficult situations, Prime Minister Narendra Modi told Russian President Vladimir Putin on Monday, against the backdrop of possibly the worst phase in New Delhi's ties with the US in over two decades.

MFs Vs PMS: What Fits Your Portfolio?

MFs Vs PMS: What Fits Your Portfolio?

Rediff.com16 Sep 2025

MFs offer scale, simplicity, liquidity, and tax efficiency, and are an excellent vehicle for disciplined SIP investing. PMS is better suited for larger portfolios with equity allocation of Rs 3 crore to Rs 5 crore.

'New I-T Act Will Be Prospective In Nature'

'New I-T Act Will Be Prospective In Nature'

Rediff.com2 Sep 2025

'...so cases that arose under the existing Act will be adjudicated under the old provisions.' 'Care has been taken to ensure that the new I-T Act does not give rise to interpretational issues.'

Jay Shah joins elite board shaping cricket's future

Jay Shah joins elite board shaping cricket's future

Rediff.com23 Jan 2025

ICC chairperson Jay Shah has been inducted into the newly formed World Cricket Connects Advisory Board, an independent group that will discuss the future of cricket at the Lord's on June 7 and 8.

Lloyd Urges ICC To Rethink WTC Shake-Up

Lloyd Urges ICC To Rethink WTC Shake-Up

Rediff.com12 Aug 2025

'We need to get a better share of the pie because we were the cash cows for a long time.'

'I Won't Wait For Decades To Get Reform Done'

'I Won't Wait For Decades To Get Reform Done'

Rediff.com19 Sep 2025

'That is going to have an impact on literally every one, whether you buy a toothpaste, a safety pin, a car, shoes or medicines or you go to a diagnostic centre.'

'KohIi, Rohit Deserved Proper Send-Off'

'KohIi, Rohit Deserved Proper Send-Off'

Rediff.com28 Aug 2025

'This doesn't look good for the game and Indian cricket.'

NCLT defers Vedanta demerger hearing to Sep 17

NCLT defers Vedanta demerger hearing to Sep 17

Rediff.com20 Aug 2025

The National Company Law Tribunal (NCLT) on Wednesday deferred the hearing on Vedanta Ltd's proposed demerger to September 17, as market regulator Sebi is yet to complete the scrutiny of the proposal, while the central government has raised certain objections. The matter, which was part-heard earlier, had been adjourned to August 20.

Why Parsiana Is Downing Shutters

Why Parsiana Is Downing Shutters

Rediff.com23 Sep 2025

'Financially we are sound and we have always broken even. 'It is just we don't have the personnel and that is why we have to close down.'

Why IPL, PSL Winners May Miss World Clubs T20

Why IPL, PSL Winners May Miss World Clubs T20

Rediff.com6 Jul 2025

Pakistan is likely to be sidelined from the World Clubs T20 Championship expected to be launched next year.

India dominate ICC meet, Champions Trophy future uncertain

India dominate ICC meet, Champions Trophy future uncertain

Rediff.com5 Dec 2024

The meet and greet session was actually a platform for all the like-minded cricket boards to pledge their support for the 'Hybrid Model' to the new ICC chair.

Muslim law board to challenge Waqf 'black law' in court

Muslim law board to challenge Waqf 'black law' in court

Rediff.com2 Apr 2025

The All India Muslim Personal Law Board (AIMPLB) has announced its intention to challenge the Waqf (Amendment) Bill in court, labeling it a "black law" that threatens the community's rights. The AIMPLB, a major organization representing Muslims in India, asserts that the Bill, if passed, would lead to the seizure of Muslim properties and undermine the autonomy of Waqf Boards. The organization plans to launch nationwide protests against the Bill, echoing the farmers' agitation, and has urged all citizens to resist the legislation. The Bill has been met with criticism from various quarters, including opposition parties, who claim that the Centre is rushing it through Parliament without adequately addressing concerns raised by the Joint Parliamentary Committee (JPC).

Welcome Maha guv's bid for VP polls with open mind but...: Raut

Welcome Maha guv's bid for VP polls with open mind but...: Raut

Rediff.com18 Aug 2025

If the INDIA bloc and NDA develop consensus then Shiv Sena-UBT will also be part of that process, Raut said.

National Sports Governance Bill becomes an Act

National Sports Governance Bill becomes an Act

Rediff.com19 Aug 2025

The National Sports Governance Bill has become an Act after President Droupadi Murmu gave her assent to the landmark legislation that promises to revamp India's sports administration.

'National Sports Bill will usher in new era for sports in India'

'National Sports Bill will usher in new era for sports in India'

Rediff.com19 Jul 2025

Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju feels that the National Sports Governance Bill, which is set to be tabled in the monsoon session beginning on Monday, will usher in a 'new era' for sports in India.

'Biggest reform in sports since independence': LS passes Sports Bill

'Biggest reform in sports since independence': LS passes Sports Bill

Rediff.com11 Aug 2025

Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya said the Sports Bill is a key reform aimed at building a "transparent, accountable and world-class sports ecosystem" in India.

Will New Sports Bill Be A Game Changer?

Will New Sports Bill Be A Game Changer?

Rediff.com12 Aug 2025

Salient features of the National Sports Governance Bill that promise to overhaul several aspects of sports governance and the grievance redressal system for athletes and administrators alike in the country.

Coerced into signing documents: Sunjay Kapur's mother

Coerced into signing documents: Sunjay Kapur's mother

Rediff.com26 Jul 2025

In her letter to the Sona BLW board, Rani Kapur said documents executed by her at a time of "mental and emotional vulnerability" were being misused.

ICC set to relaunch defunct T20 tournament

ICC set to relaunch defunct T20 tournament

Rediff.com20 Jul 2025

'And there are very clear indicators of what fans want. There is enough data to suggest what direction the game is going in.'

'UK steel ops to break even by FY26'

'UK steel ops to break even by FY26'

Rediff.com26 Aug 2025

'Due to tariff uncertainty, automotive customers reduced their steel uplift by almost 15 per cent.'

Visionary & long overdue: PT Usha hails sports bill

Visionary & long overdue: PT Usha hails sports bill

Rediff.com12 Aug 2025

Sports Bill will end stagnation; bring in transparency: PT Usha in Rajya Sabha

India's 2036 Olympic Games Bid Under Review

India's 2036 Olympic Games Bid Under Review

Rediff.com11 Aug 2025

Mandaviya addresses state of Indian football

Should Bumrah only play one format?

Should Bumrah only play one format?

Rediff.com5 Aug 2025

'There is no question on the value that he brings to the side. But the management and board need to discuss how to use him...'

'Maybe Shreyas Isn't Liked As Someone Else Is'

'Maybe Shreyas Isn't Liked As Someone Else Is'

Rediff.com19 Aug 2025

'I want to ask Agarkar how Iyer is not among the reserve players if he is such a strong contender.'

I-T Bill Restores Tax Benefits For Religious Trusts

I-T Bill Restores Tax Benefits For Religious Trusts

Rediff.com12 Aug 2025

'If a charitable or religious trust sells a capital asset -- such as land, buildings, shares -- and makes a capital gain, it can avoid paying tax on that gain if it reinvests the proceeds in another capital asset for its charitable purposes.'

UEFA to discuss with FIFA, IFAB rule that disallowed Alvarez penalty

UEFA to discuss with FIFA, IFAB rule that disallowed Alvarez penalty

Rediff.com14 Mar 2025

The UEFA said the correct decision was made to disallow Julian Alvarez's penalty in Atletico Madrid's Champions League loss to city rivals Real Madrid on Wednesday, but European soccer's governing body would enter discussions to review the rule.

Sidda minister Rajanna axed after remarks on 'vote theft'

Sidda minister Rajanna axed after remarks on 'vote theft'

Rediff.com12 Aug 2025

Karnataka Cooperation Minister K N Rajanna has been asked to resign after allegedly blaming his own Congress government for 'vote theft' in an Assembly segment. The issue sparked controversy and led to demands for clarification in the state assembly.

India's tour of Bangladesh postponed to 2026

India's tour of Bangladesh postponed to 2026

Rediff.com5 Jul 2025

India's tour of Bangladesh, which was scheduled for August this year, has been postponed to 2026 'owing to international cricketing commitments', the BCCI announced on Saturday.

New IOC chief to strive for consensus on gender policy

New IOC chief to strive for consensus on gender policy

Rediff.com26 Jun 2025

The International Olympic Committee (IOC) will spearhead discussions on gender eligibility criteria in sports, its new President Kirsty Coventry said on Thursday, four years after the ruling body had urged federations to handle the issue independently.

The Hundred keen to feed off IPL's 'phenomenal growth'

The Hundred keen to feed off IPL's 'phenomenal growth'

Rediff.com31 Jul 2025

The Hundred looking to feed off IPL's "phenomenal growth" after drawing Indian investment

Succession Vacuum Fuels Family Feuds In India Inc

Succession Vacuum Fuels Family Feuds In India Inc

Rediff.com9 Aug 2025

Unresolved succession plans and informal ownership structures are fuelling bitter family fights across India's corporate boardrooms.