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India's Manufacturing PMI Slips to 5-Year Low in August on Weak Demand

India's Manufacturing PMI Slips to 5-Year Low in August on Weak Demand

Rediff.com1 Sep 2026

India's manufacturing sector growth decelerated to a five-year low of 52.8 in August, down from 53.5 in July, as output and new orders moderated due to softer demand conditions, according to the HSBC India Manufacturing Purchasing Managers' Index (PMI).

1st Test: Dinusha's maiden ton gives Sri Lanka hope, but India remain firmly in charge

1st Test: Dinusha's maiden ton gives Sri Lanka hope, but India remain firmly in charge

Rediff.com17 Aug 2026

Sonal Dinusha's maiden Test hundred sparked Sri Lanka's fightback in Galle, but India retained firm control after bowling out the hosts for 284 to secure a 178-run lead.

Sensex tanks 539 points, Nifty drops below 24,100 on HDFC Bank, geopolitical woes

Sensex tanks 539 points, Nifty drops below 24,100 on HDFC Bank, geopolitical woes

Rediff.com27 Aug 2026

Indian benchmark indices, Sensex and Nifty, experienced a sharp decline at the close of trade, with the Sensex dropping 539 points and the Nifty falling below 24,100, primarily due to selling pressure in HDFC Bank and ongoing geopolitical uncertainties.

Lord's Test: England rout Pakistan to clinch first home Test series victory in two years

Lord's Test: England rout Pakistan to clinch first home Test series victory in two years

Rediff.com30 Aug 2026

England closed in on a first home Test series win for two years as Pakistan slumped to 53/3 at lunch on the fourth day of the second Test at Lord's on Sunday.

Janhvi, Palak, Malavika's Unconventional Party Look

Janhvi, Palak, Malavika's Unconventional Party Look

Rediff.com26 Aug 2026

Blazers have officially left the boardroom and entered party territory. The right one can be sharper than a dress, cooler than a co-ord and just dramatic enough to make an entrance.

Regena Cassandrra Adds An Edge To Ethnic!

Regena Cassandrra Adds An Edge To Ethnic!

Rediff.com1 Jun 2026

While most people play it safe with Indianwear, Regena Cassandrra clearly likes addings a little twist.

India's Junior Women's Hockey Squad Ready For Asia Cup Challenge

India's Junior Women's Hockey Squad Ready For Asia Cup Challenge

Rediff.com29 Aug 2026

The Indian women's junior hockey team, led by Khaidem Shileima Chanu and coached by Tim White, is set to compete in the AHF Women's Junior Asia Cup in Moqi, China, from September 4 to 13. The team has undergone extensive preparations, including an exposure tour to the UK and matches against an India A side, and is confident of a strong performance against top Asian rivals.

FIH World Cup: Will India-Pakistan Hockey Teams Shake Hands?

FIH World Cup: Will India-Pakistan Hockey Teams Shake Hands?

Rediff.com19 Aug 2026

Ahead of their crucial Hockey World Cup 2026 clash, the traditional India-Pakistan hockey rivalry faces an unusual question: will the teams shake hands? This comes after a similar debate in cricket. While the historical record is close, India has dominated recent encounters, winning decisively in the 2023 Asian Games and Pro League.

Tata Motors claims No. 2 spot in India's PV market with record market share gains

Tata Motors claims No. 2 spot in India's PV market with record market share gains

Rediff.com2 Sep 2026

Tata Motors has emerged as the biggest market-share gainer among India's leading passenger vehicle (PV) makers in the first eight months of 2026, securing the No. 2 position in the PV market.

Jaiswal-Fernando Clash: Heated Moment Mars Day 1 of 2nd Test

Jaiswal-Fernando Clash: Heated Moment Mars Day 1 of 2nd Test

Rediff.com23 Aug 2026

A heated exchange between India's Yashasvi Jaiswal and Sri Lanka's Asitha Fernando marred the opening session of the 2nd Test after Fernando dismissed Jaiswal for 45, leading to a confrontation on the pitch.

Sooryavanshi Misses Century After Breaking 57-Year Old Duleep Trophy Record

Sooryavanshi Misses Century After Breaking 57-Year Old Duleep Trophy Record

Rediff.com31 Aug 2026

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, a 15-year-old batter, made history by becoming the youngest player to score a half-century in the Duleep Trophy. Playing for East Zone against Central Zone, he scored an unbeaten 80 off 69 balls, breaking a 57-year-old record.

2nd Test: England surge towards series win as Pakistan left with mountain to climb

2nd Test: England surge towards series win as Pakistan left with mountain to climb

Rediff.com30 Aug 2026

England moved to the brink of victory at Lord's as Dan Lawrence's unbeaten fifty extended their lead to 357, leaving Pakistan facing an almost impossible chase.

Karjat's Must-Try Thakare Kanda Bhaji

Karjat's Must-Try Thakare Kanda Bhaji

Rediff.com1 Sep 2026

Rain and road trips go hand in hand in Maharashtra. For countless travellers, the season isn't complete without a plate of steaming-hot Kanda Bhaji on a jaunt to Karjat at Thakare Hotel.

'What May Be Justice For You May Be Injustice For Me'

'What May Be Justice For You May Be Injustice For Me'

Rediff.com2 Sep 2026

'What Daayra tries to do is explore the greys because everything is not black and white.'

'HDFC Merger Contributed To HDFC Bank's Troubles'

'HDFC Merger Contributed To HDFC Bank's Troubles'

Rediff.com7 Sep 2026

'Once you're wrestling with making a merger of that scale value-accretive, you're also under pressure to keep growing the balance sheet and chasing liabilities, and other things start to slip as a consequence.'

Nepal: New Lake Raises Fresh Flood Fears

Nepal: New Lake Raises Fresh Flood Fears

Rediff.com29 Aug 2026

This might lead to a further outburst, flooding downstream if left unchecked.

India on brink of series sweep despite Sri Lanka's brief fightback

India on brink of series sweep despite Sri Lanka's brief fightback

Rediff.com26 Aug 2026

India is on the verge of a comprehensive series-sweeping victory against Sri Lanka in the second and final Test, despite a defiant 115-run partnership between Pasindu Sooriyabandara (92) and Kamindu Mendis (55) in Sri Lanka's follow-on innings.

Nepal's Devastating Flood Aftermath

Nepal's Devastating Flood Aftermath

Rediff.com28 Aug 2026

The death toll in the massive flash floods in Nepal on Thursday rose to 270, as authorities in Nepal race against time to find thousands of missing people, including 288 Indian tourists, in one of the country's worst disasters in recent years.

Maharashtra's Tulsani, Karnataka's Kalbhairav Shine At National Ranking TT

Maharashtra's Tulsani, Karnataka's Kalbhairav Shine At National Ranking TT

Rediff.com20 Aug 2026

Prateek Tulsani of Maharashtra clinched the U-15 boys' title, while Tanishka Kalbhairav of Karnataka secured the U-11 girls' title at the UTT National Ranking Table Tennis Championships. Tulsani delivered a commanding performance, whereas Kalbhairav showed remarkable resilience to win her final.

Day 3: Rain forces early stumps as Sri Lanka reach 265-8 in Colombo

Day 3: Rain forces early stumps as Sri Lanka reach 265-8 in Colombo

Rediff.com25 Aug 2026

Prasidh Krishna's hostile spell and Manav Suthar's two wickets helped India keep Sri Lanka under pressure on Day 3, despite 50's from Pasindu Sooriyabandara and Sonal Dinusha in Colombo on Tuesday.

Men's Hockey World Cup: Germany's defensive wall delivers historic fourth title

Men's Hockey World Cup: Germany's defensive wall delivers historic fourth title

Rediff.com31 Aug 2026

Germany retained the Men's Hockey World Cup with a disciplined 1-0 victory over Spain, matching Pakistan's record four titles, while Argentina secured bronze by defeating the Netherlands.

Alia To Zendaya: The Beautiful Bandana Brigade

Alia To Zendaya: The Beautiful Bandana Brigade

Rediff.com25 Aug 2026

The bandana, once a rockstar staple, is making a chic comeback among female celebrities in both Bollywood and Hollywood, with stars like Priyanka Chopra, Alia Bhatt, and Zendaya showcasing versatile ways to style the head scarf.

Terror handlers turn to porn sites to evade surveillance in J-K

Terror handlers turn to porn sites to evade surveillance in J-K

Rediff.com30 Aug 2026

Security agencies have uncovered a new operational tactic by terror groups and Pakistan's ISI, who are now using pornography websites and niche encrypted applications to communicate secretly and recruit in Jammu and Kashmir. These platforms, including Tor-based apps and privacy-focused messengers, help them evade surveillance, posing significant challenges for intelligence efforts.

Antonelli edges Verstappen in dramatic Monaco qualifying battle

Antonelli edges Verstappen in dramatic Monaco qualifying battle

Rediff.com6 Jun 2026

Kimi Antonelli claimed Monaco Grand Prix pole position with a stunning 'magic lap', narrowly beating Max Verstappen as Ferrari stars Lewis Hamilton and Charles Leclerc settled for the second row.

Barcelona Begins LaLiga Title Defence With Resounding 5-0 Win At Elche

Barcelona Begins LaLiga Title Defence With Resounding 5-0 Win At Elche

Rediff.com24 Aug 2026

Barcelona commenced their LaLiga title defence with a dominant 5-0 away victory against Elche, featuring two goals each from Raphinha and Fermin Lopez, and one from debutant Karim Adeyemi.

'Take Me To IPL': Jaiswal-Dickwella Banter Goes Viral

'Take Me To IPL': Jaiswal-Dickwella Banter Goes Viral

Rediff.com19 Aug 2026

Standing at square leg, Yashasvi Jaiswal kept urging Niroshan Dickwella to play his shots, reminding him of the aggressive 80 he had scored in the first innings.

Patidar, Sooryavanshi set for Duleep Trophy semifinal showdown

Patidar, Sooryavanshi set for Duleep Trophy semifinal showdown

Rediff.com29 Aug 2026

The Duleep Trophy reaches its semifinal stage with defending champions Central Zone and last year's runners-up South Zone receiving direct entry. They will face East Zone and North Zone, respectively, who advanced after winning their quarterfinal matches. The upcoming clashes promise intense competition as teams battle for a spot in the final.

Shafali's 64, Deepti's record spell help India rout Thailand in Asia Cup opener

Shafali's 64, Deepti's record spell help India rout Thailand in Asia Cup opener

Rediff.com30 Aug 2026

Shafali Verma's explosive 64 set up India's 159 before Deepti Sharma's record-breaking 3/0 destroyed Thailand's chase, sealing a 94-run Asia Cup victory on her landmark 150th T20I.

Credit Card Spending in India Crosses Rs 2 Trillion Mark

Credit Card Spending in India Crosses Rs 2 Trillion Mark

Rediff.com26 Aug 2026

Credit card spending in India has consistently topped Rs 2 trillion for three consecutive months, with July 2026 recording Rs 2.08 trillion, indicating a new normal for consumer expenditure, according to the latest RBI data.

1st Test, Darwin: Hasan Mahmud takes 6 as Bangladesh dominate Australia on Day 1

1st Test, Darwin: Hasan Mahmud takes 6 as Bangladesh dominate Australia on Day 1

Rediff.com13 Aug 2026

Bangladesh savoured their first taste of Test cricket in Australia for 23 years on Thursday as they skittled the world's top-ranked side for less than 200 and went to stumps in command at 96 for one on the first day of the series-opener in Darwin.

Mbappe's Hat-Trick Secures Real Madrid's First Home LaLiga Win

Mbappe's Hat-Trick Secures Real Madrid's First Home LaLiga Win

Rediff.com27 Aug 2026

Kylian Mbappe scored a sensational hat-trick, leading Real Madrid to a commanding 4-1 victory over Real Sociedad in their first home LaLiga match of the season, marking a triumphant return for manager Jose Mourinho.

Recipe: Mayuri's Sarvapindi

Recipe: Mayuri's Sarvapindi

Rediff.com12 Aug 2026

Sarvapindi is one of Telangana's most loved traditional snacks, celebrated for its crisp edges, soft centre and wholesome ingredients.

Quantum Computing: AI's Next Frontier

Quantum Computing: AI's Next Frontier

Rediff.com29 Aug 2026

Quantum computing is set to redefine artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, and scientific discovery, promising unprecedented speeds and capabilities while also necessitating urgent development of quantum-safe security measures and strategic enterprise readiness, says Sunil Varghese.

Angry teen jumps off cliff, father falls saving him; mother follows in death

Angry teen jumps off cliff, father falls saving him; mother follows in death

Rediff.com21 Aug 2026

A domestic dispute over a mobile phone tragically led to the deaths of three family members in Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar, Maharashtra. A 19-year-old son, upset after an argument, climbed a hill. His parents followed to persuade him to return, but a desperate attempt to save the son from falling resulted in the father and son plunging to their deaths. The mother, witnessing this, then jumped herself.

1st Test: Pant leads the charge, bowlers strike as India move closer to victory vs Sri Lanka

1st Test: Pant leads the charge, bowlers strike as India move closer to victory vs Sri Lanka

Rediff.com18 Aug 2026

India set Sri Lanka a daunting target of 372 before reducing the hosts to 84-4 on day four of the opening Test in Galle on Tuesday, remaining firmly on course for victory.

Arsenal Begin Premier League Title Defence With Coventry Rout

Arsenal Begin Premier League Title Defence With Coventry Rout

Rediff.com22 Aug 2026

Arsenal commenced their Premier League title defence with a commanding 3-0 victory over newly-promoted Coventry City. Goals from Kai Havertz, Bukayo Saka, and Martin Odegaard secured the win, showcasing Arsenal's intent for the season.

Market Cap of Four Top Firms Erodes by Rs 87,960 Crore; Airtel Takes Biggest Hit

Market Cap of Four Top Firms Erodes by Rs 87,960 Crore; Airtel Takes Biggest Hit

Rediff.com23 Aug 2026

The combined market valuation of four of India's top-10 most valued firms eroded by Rs 87,960.29 crore last week, with Bharti Airtel experiencing the largest decline, amidst a bearish trend in the equities market.

'The ultimate goal is the Olympics': Arundhati after CWG gold

'The ultimate goal is the Olympics': Arundhati after CWG gold

Rediff.com24 Aug 2026

Indian pugilists Arundhati Choudhary and Jaismine Lamboria, both Commonwealth Games 2026 gold medallists, shared their experiences and overwhelming reception following their historic victories in Glasgow, with Choudhary setting her sights on an Olympic medal.

Palak, Sarah Dress Up For A Dark Fantasy

Palak, Sarah Dress Up For A Dark Fantasy

Rediff.com21 Aug 2026

Rohit Gandhi + Rahul Khanna brought their latest collection, Noir Botanica Autumn/Winter 2026, to Mumbai, turning the runway into a meeting point between nature, architecture and the human form.

Ananya, Rashmika, Sanya Master The Sneaker Style

Ananya, Rashmika, Sanya Master The Sneaker Style

Rediff.com19 Aug 2026

There's more to sneakers than sporty. They can be styled with all kinds of clothing and give the wearer a chic edge. Sukanya Verma shows you lots of footwear styles from these Bollywood fashionistas.