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Simons, Foster leave CSK to join England's Test coaching staff

Simons, Foster leave CSK to join England's Test coaching staff

Rediff.com14 Oct 2026

Former Chennai Super Kings bowling coach Eric Simons and fielding coach James Foster have departed the IPL franchise to join England's Test team's backroom staff, following Stephen Fleming's appointment as the national side's head coach.

The American History Teacher Who Sings Outside SRK's Mannat

The American History Teacher Who Sings Outside SRK's Mannat

Rediff.com30 Sep 2026

American history teacher Eric Azevedo sings Hindi film songs on the streets of Mumbai, turning his passion for music into a way of life.

Raphinha Set for Barcelona Start as Defensive Woes Mount Ahead of PSG Clash

Raphinha Set for Barcelona Start as Defensive Woes Mount Ahead of PSG Clash

Rediff.com4 days ago

Barcelona manager Hansi Flick has confirmed that Raphinha is set to return to the starting XI for the Champions League clash against Paris St Germain on Tuesday, as the club grapples with a significant defensive injury crisis.

Barcelona take heart despite third straight defeat to PSG

Barcelona take heart despite third straight defeat to PSG

Rediff.com3 days ago

Barcelona's 4-2 defeat to Paris St Germain in the Champions League, despite a perfect record this season, highlighted that Hansi Flick's side are not yet among Europe's elite, though they showed signs of closing the gap.

Barcelona extend LaLiga lead with emphatic 5-2 victory against 10-man Real Betis

Barcelona extend LaLiga lead with emphatic 5-2 victory against 10-man Real Betis

Rediff.com6 days ago

Barcelona continued their formidable LaLiga campaign with a commanding triumph over Real Betis with Lamine Yamal delivering another standout performance.

DMart Faces Margin Pressure, Higher Costs Amidst Aggressive Store Expansion

DMart Faces Margin Pressure, Higher Costs Amidst Aggressive Store Expansion

Rediff.com4 days ago

Avenue Supermarts (DMart) reported lower-than-expected Q2FY27 performance, with revenue growth of 18.4 per cent year-on-year but visible margin pressure, leading to a 4.5 per cent stock drop. The company faces challenges from lower-margin sales, operating cost pressures, and aggressive store expansion, impacting profitability despite improved same-store sales growth.

Punjab FC Announces 27-Member Squad For ISL 2026-27 Season

Punjab FC Announces 27-Member Squad For ISL 2026-27 Season

Rediff.com9 Oct 2026

Punjab FC has announced a 27-member squad for the upcoming Indian Super League (ISL) 2026-27 season, featuring a mix of retained players, national team members, foreign talents, and 10 academy graduates. Head Coach Pavlos Dermitzakis expressed confidence in the balanced squad, which is set to kick off its campaign on October 14 against Odisha FC.

Trump announces Russia-Ukraine 'energy ceasefire'

Trump announces Russia-Ukraine 'energy ceasefire'

Rediff.com11 Oct 2026

US President Donald Trump has announced an immediate "energy ceasefire" between Russia and Ukraine, noting that both the warring nations have agreed to the truce.

Should have won Nobel Prize 8 times: Trump

Should have won Nobel Prize 8 times: Trump

Rediff.com10 Oct 2026

Former US President Donald Trump expressed strong disapproval of Norway and the Nobel Peace Prize committee for not awarding him the prize. Speaking at a rally on Friday, Trump asserted he deserved the award multiple times for his alleged role in settling conflicts and preventing a war between India and Pakistan, while criticising the actual recipient, Navi Pillay.

Grey's Anatomy Eric Dane Passes Away

Grey's Anatomy Eric Dane Passes Away

Rediff.com20 Feb 2026

Eric Dane of Grey's Anatomy and Euphoria fame passes away at the age of 53.

Over 160 Irish Sportspeople Call For Israel Football Boycott

Over 160 Irish Sportspeople Call For Israel Football Boycott

Rediff.com22 Sep 2026

Over 160 Irish sports personalities, including Olympians and former professionals, have signed an open letter urging the Ireland national football team to boycott upcoming UEFA Nations League fixtures against Israel.

I Have To Thank The 1980s For...

I Have To Thank The 1980s For...

Rediff.com25 Sep 2026

I have to thank the 1980s for its soul-stirring music. It added so much melody and cheer to my life -- there hasn't been so much lovely music like that since, recalls Vaihayasi Pande Daniel.

Lamine Yamal's Champions League dream takes centre stage as Barcelona begin campaign

Lamine Yamal's Champions League dream takes centre stage as Barcelona begin campaign

Rediff.com8 Sep 2026

Lamine Yamal has made Champions League glory his primary target, aiming to help Barcelona end their 11-year European drought while embracing greater leadership responsibility.

Abdominal Injury Forces Joao Fonseca Out Of US Open

Abdominal Injury Forces Joao Fonseca Out Of US Open

Rediff.com25 Aug 2026

Brazilian tennis sensation Joao Fonseca has announced his withdrawal from the upcoming US Open due to an abdominal injury.

'Mon-Fils!' Fans Give Gael Monfils Emotional US Open Send-Off

'Mon-Fils!' Fans Give Gael Monfils Emotional US Open Send-Off

Rediff.com4 Sep 2026

French tennis star Gael Monfils played his final Grand Slam match at the US Open, losing to Learner Tien. The charismatic 40-year-old received an emotional send-off from the Louis Armstrong Stadium crowd, who celebrated his entertaining career with chants and a video tribute. Monfils, set to retire at the end of the season, expressed gratitude for the fans' love and shared a warm moment with his young opponent.

PSG, Bayern, Napoli clinch vital victories in European football leagues

PSG, Bayern, Napoli clinch vital victories in European football leagues

Rediff.com14 Sep 2026

Paris St Germain, Bayern Munich, and Napoli all secured crucial victories in their respective European football leagues, with Ferran Torres, Harry Kane, and Stanislav Lobotka scoring decisive goals. Juventus, however, suffered a late defeat to Sassuolo.

Ben Shelton wins back-to-back Canadian Open titles

Ben Shelton wins back-to-back Canadian Open titles

Rediff.com14 Aug 2026

Ben Shelton successfully defended his Canadian Open title, defeating fellow American Brandon Nakashima in an all-American final.

Argentina assistant coach Roberto Ayala apologises for World Cup final brawl

Argentina assistant coach Roberto Ayala apologises for World Cup final brawl

Rediff.com23 Jul 2026

Argentina assistant coach Roberto Ayala has apologised for his altercation with Spain midfielder Dani Olmo following the chaotic World Cup final, an incident now under investigation by FIFA.

Shelton storms into Canadian Open semis; Nakashima, Jodar in last four

Shelton storms into Canadian Open semis; Nakashima, Jodar in last four

Rediff.com12 Aug 2026

Ben Shelton, Learner Tien, Brandon Nakashima, and Rafael Jodar have all secured their spots in the Canadian Open semi-finals, showcasing strong performances and building momentum ahead of the US Open.

Djokovic eyes 25th Grand Slam as Zverev emerges as biggest threat in New York

Djokovic eyes 25th Grand Slam as Zverev emerges as biggest threat in New York

Rediff.com28 Aug 2026

Novak Djokovic enters the US Open with renewed hopes of a record 25th Grand Slam, boosted by Sinner's injury and Alcaraz's uncertain return, but faces Zverev.

India imposes sugar stock limits on bulk consumers to curb price rise

India imposes sugar stock limits on bulk consumers to curb price rise

Rediff.com20 Aug 2026

The Indian government has imposed stockholding limits on bulk sugar consumers, restricting them to a 15-day supply if they use over 10 tonnes monthly, effective September 1 to November 30, to stabilise prices ahead of the festival season.

Spain Coach Slams Argentina's 'Intolerable' World Cup Final Brawl

Spain Coach Slams Argentina's 'Intolerable' World Cup Final Brawl

Rediff.com24 Jul 2026

Spain head coach Luis de la Fuente has strongly condemned the post-match clashes that marred the FIFA World Cup 2026 final, calling the behaviour of Argentina's players 'unacceptable' after his side lifted the trophy with a dramatic extra-time victory.

India's Regional Air Connectivity Set To Soar With Electric Seaplanes

India's Regional Air Connectivity Set To Soar With Electric Seaplanes

Rediff.com17 Aug 2026

SkyHop Aviation has partnered with Norwegian firm NOEMI Aerospace to explore deploying electric seaplanes in India and South Asia, aiming to enhance regional air connectivity. The collaboration includes evaluating NOEMI's aircraft for SkyHop's fleet, with plans to induct up to 10 by FY2030, and exploring manufacturing opportunities in India.

US Appeals Court Affirms $2 Billion Devas Award Against ISRO's Antrix

US Appeals Court Affirms $2 Billion Devas Award Against ISRO's Antrix

Rediff.com17 Aug 2026

A US appeals court has upheld a $562.5 million arbitral award, which has grown to over $2 billion with interest, in favour of Devas Multimedia against Antrix Corporation, the commercial arm of ISRO, ruling that US courts have jurisdiction despite Antrix being government-owned.

Rain pushes Washington Open, Canadian Open finals to Monday

Rain pushes Washington Open, Canadian Open finals to Monday

Rediff.com3 Aug 2026

Rain disrupted the Washington Open women's final between Jessica Pegula and Alexandra Eala, pushing it to Monday, along with the men's final. The Canadian Open in Toronto and Montreal also saw matches postponed due to adverse weather conditions.

FIFA probe begins after Spain-Argentina World Cup final explodes

FIFA probe begins after Spain-Argentina World Cup final explodes

Rediff.com21 Jul 2026

World football's governing body, FIFA, has initiated a disciplinary investigation into the post-match brawl that erupted after Spain's 1-0 extra-time victory over Argentina in a chaotic World Cup final, following tensions that boiled over after a contentious match.

Minor Brawl Erupts After Spain Beats Argentina in World Cup Final

Minor Brawl Erupts After Spain Beats Argentina in World Cup Final

Rediff.com20 Jul 2026

A brief brawl erupted at the final whistle of the World Cup final after Spain's 1-0 victory over Argentina, sparked by Argentina's Leandro Paredes shoving Spain's Gavi, leading to intervention from Argentina coach Lionel Scaloni.

Services sector sees growth slowdown to 4.5 year low in July

Services sector sees growth slowdown to 4.5 year low in July

Rediff.com5 Aug 2026

India's services sector experienced its weakest growth in four-and-a-half years in July, as new business orders, both domestic and export, eased due to intense competition and declining demand. Despite a modest rebound in job creation and improved profit margins, overall business confidence slipped, reflecting a broader slowdown in the economy.

Rai And Bhatia Make Strong Start At PGA Tour's Final Signature Event

Rai And Bhatia Make Strong Start At PGA Tour's Final Signature Event

Rediff.com26 Jun 2026

Indian-origin golfers Aaron Rai and Akshay Bhatia have made an encouraging start at the Travelers Championship, a PGA Tour Signature Event. Rai fired a flawless five-under 65 to share eighth place, while Bhatia posted a four-under 66, placing him in a tie for 14th. Sahith Theegala, however, struggled with a four-over 74. Eric Cole leads the tournament with a seven-under 63.

NISAR satellite shows 60cm Venezuela quake ground shift

NISAR satellite shows 60cm Venezuela quake ground shift

Rediff.com26 Jul 2026

The NASA-ISRO NISAR satellite has provided crucial data revealing the extent of ground displacement caused by recent twin earthquakes in Venezuela. Researchers used the satellite's InSAR technique to map surface changes, showing a significant 60-centimetre shift in areas like Caracas and La Guaira, explaining the severe damage. This marks the first use of NISAR's urgent response system for earthquake surface displacement mapping.

Spain deserved the World Cup, admits Argentina midfielder Paredes

Spain deserved the World Cup, admits Argentina midfielder Paredes

Rediff.com24 Jul 2026

Argentina midfielder Leandro Paredes said Spain were the better team in the 2026 FIFA World Cup final and deserved to lift the trophy after their 1-0 victory.

Why FIFA's $20B Plan Has UEFA Up in Arms

Why FIFA's $20B Plan Has UEFA Up in Arms

Rediff.com29 Jul 2026

FIFA's proposal to create a $20 billion subsidiary for the World Cup, offering up to 20% stakes to external investors, aims to democratise global football finance but has been condemned by UEFA as selling the game's "soul."

FIFA World Cup final marks full-circle moment for Messi and Yamal

FIFA World Cup final marks full-circle moment for Messi and Yamal

Rediff.com17 Jul 2026

Lionel Messi and Lamine Yamal will face-off as defending champions Argentina meet reigning European champions Spain in the FIFA World Cup final, in New York on Saturday.

Troy Revisited Before The Odyssey: Why Brad Pitt's Epic Still Divides Fans 22 Years Later

Troy Revisited Before The Odyssey: Why Brad Pitt's Epic Still Divides Fans 22 Years Later

Rediff.com17 Jul 2026

Wolfgang Petersen's Troy is grand, star-studded and visually impressive, but it never quite lives up to the epic that inspired it.

'Total disgrace': Argentina slammed after World Cup

'Total disgrace': Argentina slammed after World Cup

Rediff.com20 Jul 2026

Argentina's conduct after their World Cup final defeat to Spain has come under fire, with players and fans facing criticism for their actions during the trophy presentation and post-match celebrations.

Max, Min And Meowzaki Review: Love And Loss

Max, Min And Meowzaki Review: Love And Loss

Rediff.com24 Jul 2026

Max, Min And Meowzaki is not something Bollywood audiences are used to in their cinema that thrives on melodrama and noise. Still, it captures a slice of city life that has made space for cat lovers, movie buffs and Carnatic rockers, discovers Deepa Gahlot.

Why Kiran Mazumdar-Shaw Wants Niece Claire To Take Over

Why Kiran Mazumdar-Shaw Wants Niece Claire To Take Over

Rediff.com18 May 2026

'Leadership is about understanding how a business works, how it is shaped, built, and expanded.'

Akshay Bhatia Drops Out Of Top 10 At Charles Schwab Challenge

Akshay Bhatia Drops Out Of Top 10 At Charles Schwab Challenge

Rediff.com31 May 2026

Indian American golfer Akshay Bhatia's late bogeys caused him to drop out of the Top-10 at the Charles Schwab Challenge, while Eric Cole leads the field.

Deschamps' golden France era ends in defeat, but legacy intact

Deschamps' golden France era ends in defeat, but legacy intact

Rediff.com19 Jul 2026

The end of coach Didier Deschamps' Midas-like reign turned into a Tantalus torment as France suffered a comprehensive World Cup semi-final defeat by Spain before losing 6-4 to England in a wild third-place playoff, but those disappointments will not tarnish his legacy.

England's Pickford to face Messi for first time in World Cup semi-final clash

England's Pickford to face Messi for first time in World Cup semi-final clash

Rediff.com14 Jul 2026

England goalkeeper Jordan Pickford is set to face Lionel Messi for the first time in his career during Wednesday's World Cup semi-final against Argentina, an occasion he described as carrying a 'sense of history' given his long-standing admiration for the eight-time Ballon d'Or winner.