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Andhra To Build India's First Giga-Scale Air Taxi Hub

Andhra To Build India's First Giga-Scale Air Taxi Hub

Rediff.com19 Nov 2025

The "Sky Factory" will be one of the world's largest for electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL), a manufacturing and assembly process to make electric aircraft that can take off, hover, and land vertically. It will put India on the "map of next-generation aviation" and marks one of the most ambitious eVTOL initiatives in the world, said a state government statement.

ICC unveils 8-team global tournament to promote women's cricket

ICC unveils 8-team global tournament to promote women's cricket

Rediff.com15 Nov 2025

Eight-team Women's Emerging Nations Trophy launched by ICC

Supply chains face stress test amid trade shifts: PwC India

Supply chains face stress test amid trade shifts: PwC India

Rediff.com17 Nov 2025

Supply chains are evolving from operational backbones to strategic growth enablers for organisations, though they remain underleveraged and struggle for recognition at the executive level, a report by PwC India said. The survey highlighted that recent developments in the trade and tariff landscape represent both a stress test and a strategic inflection point for supply chains.

Why Kolkata Test Win Is Special For South Africa

Why Kolkata Test Win Is Special For South Africa

Rediff.com17 Nov 2025

South African pacer Kagiso Rabada, who missed the first Test against India in Kolkata due to a rib injury, is in awe of his team's ability to rebound from setbacks.

Pak to get Shadab boost for tri-series

Pak to get Shadab boost for tri-series

Rediff.com11 Nov 2025

The source said the selectors might ask Shadab to join the team for the ongoing home series against Sri Lanka to get back to full match fitness under the supervision of the national team management.

'Everyone loves Tests but it's ...'

'Everyone loves Tests but it's ...'

Rediff.com20 Nov 2025

Kuldeep Yadav has acknowledged that playing all three formats "is a luxury" but an attacking mindset has kept him relevant in the face of stiff competition.

Kerala school teacher gets life term for raping 10-year-old student

Kerala school teacher gets life term for raping 10-year-old student

Rediff.com16 Nov 2025

He was also sentenced to 20 years rigorous imprisonment each and a fine of Rs 50,000 each under sections 5(f) (penetrative sexual assault on a child) and 5(l) (penetrative sexual assault on a child more than once) of the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences Act.

Pakistan pacer Naseem to play SL ODIs despite firing at home

Pakistan pacer Naseem to play SL ODIs despite firing at home

Rediff.com11 Nov 2025

Pakistan fast bowler Naseem Shah will stay with the squad for the upcoming ODI series against Sri Lanka in Rawalpindi despite an attack on his residence in Lower Dir in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province.

Stokes Chases Ashes History Down Under

Stokes Chases Ashes History Down Under

Rediff.com20 Nov 2025

Only three England captains have secured the urn in Australia in the last 50 years, with Andrew Strauss the last in 2010/11.

Why Raina Backs KL Rahul to Stay with Delhi Capitals

Why Raina Backs KL Rahul to Stay with Delhi Capitals

Rediff.com15 Nov 2025

The former CSK stalwart also noted that Axar Patel's consistency over recent years positions him as a natural leader within the DC core. But the trickier decision, according to Raina, concerns veteran opener Faf du Plessis, who endured a lean run with just 202 runs from nine games.

Hazlewood gets all clear after injury scare

Hazlewood gets all clear after injury scare

Rediff.com12 Nov 2025

With skipper Pat Cummins already out of the series opener because of a back injury, Australia are expected to send out Hazlewood with Mitchell Starc and Scott Boland as their pace attack.

Chhath Puja: Prayers To The Sun God

Chhath Puja: Prayers To The Sun God

Rediff.com27 Oct 2025

The four-day Chhath Puja festival began on Saturday with the Nahay-Khay ritual, marking the start of prayers to the Sun God and Chhathi Maiya, celebrated with devotion, discipline across India.

RE leads charge as Andhra bags Rs 13 trn investment proposals

RE leads charge as Andhra bags Rs 13 trn investment proposals

Rediff.com17 Nov 2025

Renewables sector stole the show as Andhra Pradesh bagged investments to the tune of around Rs 13.25 trillion during the three-day CII Partnership Summit in Visakhapatnam. The sector accounted for the bulk of Rs 5.33 trillion out of the memorandum of understanding (MoUs) signed during the summit.

'People are only blaming Gambhir, feels like agenda': Kotak

'People are only blaming Gambhir, feels like agenda': Kotak

Rediff.com20 Nov 2025

India's batting coach Sitanshu Kotak is livid with the criticism that has been directed towards head coach Gautam Gambhir after India's defeat to South Africa in the opening Test.

10 year old trailblazer Atiqa makes history again!

10 year old trailblazer Atiqa makes history again!

Rediff.com11 Nov 2025

Atiqa was coming into the weekend after a stellar October when she secured multiple podiums across championships including a race win at the RMC Championship.

43-YO Anderson Signs New Lancashire Contract!

43-YO Anderson Signs New Lancashire Contract!

Rediff.com13 Nov 2025

England's all-time highest Test wicket taker James Anderson signed a new one-year contract with Lancashire on Thursday, extending his remarkable 25-year career with the county side into the 2026 season at the age of 43.

Fiery Perth Deck Promises Explosive Start to the Ashes

Fiery Perth Deck Promises Explosive Start to the Ashes

Rediff.com20 Nov 2025

The Perth Stadium curator has promised the wicket will be green, fast and bouncy but Stokes offered no thoughts on whether England would attack with four quicks or pick the specialist spinner, Shoaib Bashir, in their 11.

'This is probably the best Ashes team they have this century'

'This is probably the best Ashes team they have this century'

Rediff.com12 Nov 2025

Former Australia captain Ricky Ponting tips confident England to pose real Ashes threat.

The Big Dilemma For Gill Ahead Of Kolkata Test

The Big Dilemma For Gill Ahead Of Kolkata Test

Rediff.com13 Nov 2025

Skipper Shubman Gill acknowledged that the choice between a spinner and an extra seamer for the first Test against South Africa is nothing short of a "conflict".

The pose that overshadowed Pakistan's victory

The pose that overshadowed Pakistan's victory

Rediff.com10 Nov 2025

Fourteen years after their last title, Pakistan's golden era at the Hong Kong Sixes roared back to life. A commanding 43-run victory over Kuwait in the 2025 final at Mission Road Ground, Mong Kok, crowned them champions for a record sixth time, a feat unmatched by any other nation.

Not giving first over to Bumrah questionable: Kumble

Not giving first over to Bumrah questionable: Kumble

Rediff.com16 Nov 2025

Not handing the ball to lead pacer Jasprit Bumrah to start the third day's play on a challenging Eden Gardens surface was "questionable", said the legendary Anil Kumble.

One cannot score runs in every single match: Sarfaraz

One cannot score runs in every single match: Sarfaraz

Rediff.com15 Nov 2025

Sarfaraz Khan: No frustration at all, I don't think I need to change anything with my batting

Thode Door Thode Paas Review: Pleasant Watch

Thode Door Thode Paas Review: Pleasant Watch

Rediff.com7 Nov 2025

Pankaj Kapur, who visibly enjoys playing the ringmaster to this family circus, is the glue that holds Thode Door Thode Paas together, observes Deepa Gahlot.

Saker returns to boost England for Ashes 2025

Saker returns to boost England for Ashes 2025

Rediff.com18 Oct 2025

He has since returned for key assignments, including the 2022 T20 World Cup victory and both the Ashes and ODI World Cup campaigns in 2023.

India's Hottest Jobs In 2026

India's Hottest Jobs In 2026

Rediff.com26 Nov 2025

Across all sectors, the future of work depends on adaptability.

Why India, Australia players are donning black armbands

Why India, Australia players are donning black armbands

Rediff.com30 Oct 2025

After the incident, Austin was put on ventilator but he succumbed to his injury, which revoked the memories of Australian cricketer Phil Hughes' tragic death in 2014.

'Will definitely quit if...': PK alleges 'vote chori' in Bihar

'Will definitely quit if...': PK alleges 'vote chori' in Bihar

Rediff.com18 Nov 2025

Jan Suraaj Party leader Prashant Kishor on Tuesday claimed that Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar's Janata Dal-United would have been bundled up with just 25 seats had his government not given Rs 10,000 to 60,000 beneficiaries in each constituency just before the assembly elections and promised Rs 2 lakh to 1.5 crore women across the state under self-employment initiatives.

Meghalaya's Choudhary eyes IPL stint after sixes record

Meghalaya's Choudhary eyes IPL stint after sixes record

Rediff.com11 Nov 2025

Akash Kumar Choudhary is hoping for an IPL opportunity, calling for greater representation of India's northeastern states in the IPL.

Gill's comments deepen mystery over Shami's future

Gill's comments deepen mystery over Shami's future

Rediff.com13 Nov 2025

Shami, 35, was left out of India's 15-member squad for the two home Tests against South Africa, scheduled to commence on Friday at the famed Eden Gardens in Kolkata. Before his most recent snub, Shami had openly expressed his disappointment about being sidelined from India's recent Test fixtures.

Why Did India Drop Sai Sudharsan?

Why Did India Drop Sai Sudharsan?

Rediff.com14 Nov 2025

'The No. 3 spot can't become a game of musical chairs.'

Archer vs Smith battle could be pivotal in Ashes: Finn

Archer vs Smith battle could be pivotal in Ashes: Finn

Rediff.com15 Nov 2025

Injuries prevented Archer appearing in subsequent Ashes series but the 30-year-old is now fit and firing and will be part of England's high-octane pace attack that many think could power them to a first series win in Australia since 2010-11.

Ashwin Snubs Bumrah, Names India's Real T20 Threats

Ashwin Snubs Bumrah, Names India's Real T20 Threats

Rediff.com7 Nov 2025

In a surprising take, former India all-rounder Ravichandran Ashwin has overlooked Jasprit Bumrah while identifying the two biggest threats for opposition teams in T20 cricket.

Confirmation from coach: Cummins out of Ashes opener

Confirmation from coach: Cummins out of Ashes opener

Rediff.com27 Oct 2025

McDonald also said the selectors would consider a Test recall for Mitch Marsh, even if Australia's white-ball captain said last week he would be watching the Ashes series beer in hand.

'They've Made Up Their Minds That They Won't Pick Him'

'They've Made Up Their Minds That They Won't Pick Him'

Rediff.com7 Nov 2025

'The whole country is behind him and watching his performances. You can't ignore a guy who's done so much for India.'

How Abhishek Cracked The Code Down Under

How Abhishek Cracked The Code Down Under

Rediff.com8 Nov 2025

Abhishek Sharma finished as the highest run-getter in the rain-hit five-match T20I series, having amassed 163 runs in the series at a strike rate of 161.39.

Head high as Australia crush England in first Ashes Test

Head high as Australia crush England in first Ashes Test

Rediff.com22 Nov 2025

IMAGES from Day 2 of the 1st Ashes Test in Perth on Saturday.

Aus Old Guard Faces Scrutiny in Bid to Retain Ashes

Aus Old Guard Faces Scrutiny in Bid to Retain Ashes

Rediff.com17 Nov 2025

'That so many have reached such an advanced stage of their careers without obvious replacements is certainly a reflection of their quality, but will be a matter of concern in the case of more injuries during the series.'

Pat Cummins returns to bowling ahead of Ashes

Pat Cummins returns to bowling ahead of Ashes

Rediff.com29 Oct 2025

Australia captain Pat Cummins has eased back into bowling in his rehabilitation from a lower-back injury.

Siraj crowned 'Impact Player'

Siraj crowned 'Impact Player'

Rediff.com15 Oct 2025

Siraj was named the 'Impact Player of the Series' in Team India's dressing room honours.

De Minaur banishes demons to reach ATP Finals semis

De Minaur banishes demons to reach ATP Finals semis

Rediff.com14 Nov 2025

Australian Alex de de Minaur advanced to the semi-finals, where he will face Jannik Sinner.