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Another Blow for PSL: Sri Lanka's Dasun Shanaka joins Rajasthan Royals for IPL 2026

Another Blow for PSL: Sri Lanka's Dasun Shanaka joins Rajasthan Royals for IPL 2026

Rediff.com3 days ago

Sri Lanka captain Dasun Shanaka will join Rajasthan Royals in IPL 2026 as a replacement for the injured Sam Curran, marking another player shift from the Pakistan Super League to the IPL.

Punjab Kings Coach Ponting Approves Marco Jansen's Delayed IPL Arrival

Punjab Kings Coach Ponting Approves Marco Jansen's Delayed IPL Arrival

Rediff.com7 days ago

Punjab Kings head coach Ricky Ponting supports Marco Jansen's late arrival for the IPL, acknowledging logistical challenges faced by South African players after the T20 World Cup.

'I was born the day India recognised Israel': Modi to Knesset

'I was born the day India recognised Israel': Modi to Knesset

Rediff.com25 Feb 2026

Addressing the Israeli Parliament, the Knesset, Modi offered his deepest condolences to the people of Israel for every life lost in the terrorist attack by Hamas on October 7, 2023.

Gulf region braces for low-key Eid amid conflict, security concerns

Gulf region braces for low-key Eid amid conflict, security concerns

Rediff.com6 days ago

Citizens and residents across the Gulf region are preparing for Eid amidst regional conflict, impacting festivities and daily life.

Women officers denied permanent commission to get pension: SC

Women officers denied permanent commission to get pension: SC

Rediff.com1 days ago

The Supreme Court has ruled that women Short Service Commission officers in the Army, Navy, and Air Force, who were unfairly denied Permanent Commission, are entitled to full pensionary benefits.

Chaitra Navratri: 9 Days Of Renewal And Devotion

Chaitra Navratri: 9 Days Of Renewal And Devotion

Rediff.com5 days ago

Chaitra Navratri occurs in the month of Chaitra or March-April and hence its name. It marks the beginning of the Hindu New Year in many regions across India.

Postal department launches premium services with 24-hour, 48-hour delivery guarantee

Postal department launches premium services with 24-hour, 48-hour delivery guarantee

Rediff.com17 Mar 2026

India Post has launched three premium delivery services, including 24-hour and 48-hour delivery options, to compete with private courier companies and capitalise on the growing e-commerce market.

Cong claims Epstein shaped India-Israel ties after 2014, cites emails

Cong claims Epstein shaped India-Israel ties after 2014, cites emails

Rediff.com25 Feb 2026

The Congress party has alleged that convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein played a role in shaping the India-Israel relationship after 2014, citing email exchanges made public under the 'Epstein Files'.

AI Can Make India World's Creative Capital

AI Can Make India World's Creative Capital

Rediff.com21 Feb 2026

'Not the back office for the world's content. The leader. The standard-setter.'

IPL 2026: Bumrah's advice key to recovery after surgery, says Mayank Yadav

IPL 2026: Bumrah's advice key to recovery after surgery, says Mayank Yadav

Rediff.com2 days ago

Indian fast bowler Mayank Yadav discusses his injury recovery process and the valuable guidance he received from Jasprit Bumrah during rehabilitation.

SC Questions West Bengal's Objection to ED Plea, Highlights Officer Rights

SC Questions West Bengal's Objection to ED Plea, Highlights Officer Rights

Rediff.com1 days ago

The Supreme Court questioned the West Bengal government regarding its objection to the maintainability of the Enforcement Directorate's plea concerning alleged obstruction by Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee during a raid, focusing on the fundamental rights of ED officers.

CoinDCX Founders' Arrest: Complainant Withdraws Grievance After Recovering Investment

CoinDCX Founders' Arrest: Complainant Withdraws Grievance After Recovering Investment

Rediff.com2 days ago

The complainant in a Rs 71.6 lakh cheating case involving CoinDCX co-founders Sumit Gupta and Neeraj Khandelwal has withdrawn his grievance after recovering his invested amount. The arrests were made following an FIR registered on March 16 at Mumbra police station against Gupta, Khandelwal and four others on charges of cheating, criminal breach of trust and fraud.

Modi speaks to UAE President over 'securing' Hormuz Strait

Modi speaks to UAE President over 'securing' Hormuz Strait

Rediff.com7 days ago

The two leaders also emphasised the importance of ensuring safe and free navigation through the Strait of Hormuz, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) said.

Nikkhil Advani On Freedom At Midnight: 'Jinnah Thought He Would Rule Pakistan From Malabar Hill'

Nikkhil Advani On Freedom At Midnight: 'Jinnah Thought He Would Rule Pakistan From Malabar Hill'

Rediff.com5 days ago

Nikkhil Advani, a master of long-form storytelling, reflects on Freedom At Midnight and what it was to make a two-part series on the most difficult period of India's history in these polarised times.

'Jag Laadki' carrying 80,886 MT of crude oil reaches Mundra port

'Jag Laadki' carrying 80,886 MT of crude oil reaches Mundra port

Rediff.com7 days ago

Indian-flagged vessels are navigating the Strait of Hormuz safely despite ongoing tensions in the region, ensuring the continued flow of vital energy supplies to India.

IPL 2026: 'Hang up boots'! Aakash Chopra's brutal take on Dhoni

IPL 2026: 'Hang up boots'! Aakash Chopra's brutal take on Dhoni

Rediff.com1 days ago

Former Indian cricketer Aakash Chopra believes MS Dhoni should retire if he's relegated to an 'Impact Player' role for Chennai Super Kings (CSK), suggesting it's time for the veteran to consider hanging up his boots.

'We Will Take Action': PCB Chairman Naqvi Vows Action Against Players Quitting PSL For IPL

'We Will Take Action': PCB Chairman Naqvi Vows Action Against Players Quitting PSL For IPL

Rediff.com3 days ago

The Pakistan Cricket Board chairman Mohsin Naqvi has stated that the board will take action against players who withdraw from PSL at the last minute to join IPL.

Digvijay Kadian Dominates To Win CCI Snooker Classic 2026

Digvijay Kadian Dominates To Win CCI Snooker Classic 2026

Rediff.com3 days ago

Digvijay Kadian of Punjab showcased exceptional form to defeat Brijesh Damani in the final of the CCI Snooker Classic 2026, securing his first senior title.

Tamil Nadu's Baranica Elangovan Breaks Pole Vault National Record

Tamil Nadu's Baranica Elangovan Breaks Pole Vault National Record

Rediff.com1 days ago

Tamil Nadu athlete Baranica Elangovan set a new national record in the women's pole vault at the National Indoor Championships in Bhubaneswar, clearing 4.22m.

India Auto Sales Rise: Maruti Suzuki, Tata Motors, Mahindra & Hyundai Report Growth

India Auto Sales Rise: Maruti Suzuki, Tata Motors, Mahindra & Hyundai Report Growth

Rediff.com1 Mar 2026

Leading automakers in India, including Maruti Suzuki, Tata Motors, Mahindra & Mahindra, and Hyundai, reported increased vehicle dispatches to dealers in February, driven by sustained domestic demand.

SC: Husbands Must Participate in Cooking, Cleaning, and Washing

SC: Husbands Must Participate in Cooking, Cleaning, and Washing

Rediff.com5 days ago

The Supreme Court of India has stated that husbands must equally participate in household chores, such as cooking, cleaning, and washing, as marriage is a partnership, not an employer-employee relationship. The observation was made during a hearing regarding a divorce petition.

India Auto Sales Rise: Maruti Suzuki, Tata Motors, Mahindra & Hyundai Report Growth

India Auto Sales Rise: Maruti Suzuki, Tata Motors, Mahindra & Hyundai Report Growth

Rediff.com1 Mar 2026

Leading automakers in India, including Maruti Suzuki, Tata Motors, Mahindra & Mahindra, and Hyundai, reported increased vehicle dispatches to dealers in February, driven by sustained domestic demand.

Hyderabad Police Uncover Multi-Crore QNet Money Circulation Scam

Hyderabad Police Uncover Multi-Crore QNet Money Circulation Scam

Rediff.com2 days ago

Hyderabad police have dismantled a multi-crore illegal money circulation racket allegedly promoted by QNet, arresting 32 individuals across Telangana, Andhra Pradesh, and Karnataka.

The Actor Who Plays The Most Special Role In Dhurandhar The Revenge

The Actor Who Plays The Most Special Role In Dhurandhar The Revenge

Rediff.com1 days ago

Ahida Sarmai, a special child with Down's Syndrome, makes her own space among Dhurandhar's biggest stars.

Trump's War Has Crossed Energy Rubicon. And There's No Turning Back

Trump's War Has Crossed Energy Rubicon. And There's No Turning Back

Rediff.com6 days ago

For weeks, the war skirted the edge of catastrophe without tipping over. Missiles flew, there was much destruction, commanders were assassinated, cities across the Gulf and even in Israel struggled to absorb the shock. But one line held: Energy infrastructure, the arteries of the global economy, remained largely untouched. That is no longer true. Prem Panicker continues his must read daily blog on the Gulf War.

India's EV Transition On Right Track, But Miles To Go

India's EV Transition On Right Track, But Miles To Go

Rediff.com27 Feb 2026

Government schemes such as the PM E-Drive initiative, with allocations of around Rs 2,000 crore for charging points deployment, are helping accelerate rollout

Anthropic's Scores Big On India Revenue

Anthropic's Scores Big On India Revenue

Rediff.com19 Feb 2026

India is emerging as Claude.ai's second-largest user base, driven by strong adoption in coding, maths and enterprise AI tasks.

Rain lashes several areas in north; fog returns in Delhi

Rain lashes several areas in north; fog returns in Delhi

Rediff.com4 days ago

Several states in north India, including Rajasthan and Himachal Pradesh, experienced varied weather conditions, including light to moderate rainfall, fog, and temperature fluctuations.

IAS Impersonator Flees with Bride's Dowry in Alleged Marriage Scam

IAS Impersonator Flees with Bride's Dowry in Alleged Marriage Scam

Rediff.com3 days ago

A newly married man in Uttar Pradesh, India, allegedly fled with a substantial dowry after deceiving the bride's family by posing as an IAS officer. Police are investigating the incident as a potential serial scam.

Why India-US Trade Deal Is Key For Growth

Why India-US Trade Deal Is Key For Growth

Rediff.com23 Feb 2026

The deal shifts the US posture towards India from hostile to neutral, and that matters for growth, points out T T Ram Mohan.

IEA advocates work from home, reduced air travel to tackle oil shock

IEA advocates work from home, reduced air travel to tackle oil shock

Rediff.com5 days ago

The International Energy Agency (IEA) has proposed immediate demand-side measures, including remote work, lower speed limits, and reduced air travel, to mitigate the impact of a global oil supply shock caused by Middle East disruptions.

Orleans Masters: Tanvi Sharma progresses to pre-quarters; Kidambi Srikanth suffers early exit

Orleans Masters: Tanvi Sharma progresses to pre-quarters; Kidambi Srikanth suffers early exit

Rediff.com7 days ago

Kidambi Srikanth faced a first-round defeat at the Orleans Masters Super Badminton tournament, while Anmol Kharb and Tanvi Sharma advanced to the round of 16 in the women's singles event.

Australia steamroll India in Brisbane to take series lead

Australia steamroll India in Brisbane to take series lead

Rediff.com24 Feb 2026

Australia beat India by six wickets in the first Women's ODI in Brisbane, with fifties from Alyssa Healy and Beth Mooney, and Ashleigh Gardners 3-33 sealing a 1-0 series lead despite Mandhana and Harmanpreet's efforts.

SRT10 Centre of Excellence promises world-class training for young cricketers

SRT10 Centre of Excellence promises world-class training for young cricketers

Rediff.com6 days ago

Tendulkar-backed cricket academy to open in Ahmedabad on April 10

Gambhir Breaks Silence on Rumoured Rift with Kohli and Rohit

Gambhir Breaks Silence on Rumoured Rift with Kohli and Rohit

Rediff.com16 Mar 2026

Gautam Gambhir addressed rumours of a rift with senior stars Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma, stressing that honesty, intent and learning from mistakes are key inside the Indian team dressing room.

US report calls for 'targeted sanctions' against R&AW, RSS

US report calls for 'targeted sanctions' against R&AW, RSS

Rediff.com16 Mar 2026

A US federal government commission has raised concerns about the state of religious freedom in India, recommending its designation as a 'Country of Particular Concern' and suggesting targeted sanctions.

Axar Patel slams IPL's Impact Player rule, says it hurts all-rounder development

Axar Patel slams IPL's Impact Player rule, says it hurts all-rounder development

Rediff.com2 days ago

Indian cricketer Axar Patel has criticised the Impact Player rule in the IPL, joining Rohit Sharma and Hardik Pandya in expressing concerns about its impact on the development of all-rounders.

5,000 Crore Assets Attached in PACL Ponzi Scheme Investigation

5,000 Crore Assets Attached in PACL Ponzi Scheme Investigation

Rediff.com5 days ago

The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has attached fresh properties worth over Rs 5,000 crore as part of its money laundering investigation against Chandigarh-based PACL (Pearls Group), accused of orchestrating a Rs 48,000 crore ponzi scheme.

Ashwin questions KKR's bowling depth ahead of IPL 2026

Ashwin questions KKR's bowling depth ahead of IPL 2026

Rediff.com4 days ago

Former India spinner Ravichandran Ashwin has raised concerns over the bowling strength of Kolkata Knight Riders, saying opposition teams may no longer feel threatened by their attack.

Dinesh Karthik-Dipika Pallikal blessed with baby girl

Dinesh Karthik-Dipika Pallikal blessed with baby girl

Rediff.com6 days ago

Dinesh Karthik and Dipika Pallikal have welcomed a baby girl, Raaha, their third child after twin boys Kabir and Zian.