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Cooling hub Sri City gets a Carrier legacy stamp

Cooling hub Sri City gets a Carrier legacy stamp

Rediff.com7 days ago

Sri City in Andhra Pradesh is dubbed the "Cooling City" of India, accounting for nearly 40 per cent of the air conditioners (ACs) manufactured in the country. On Tuesday, this industrial hub added one more feather to its cooling credentials. Carrier Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Ltd, the Indian arm of the oldest AC company in the world, Carrier Global, signed a deal to invest around ~1,000 crore for a new manufacturing unit at Sri City.

T20 World Cup: 100,000 Fans Fell Silent, Disappeared Into The Darkness

T20 World Cup: 100,000 Fans Fell Silent, Disappeared Into The Darkness

Rediff.com2 days ago

To witness over 100,000 people sitting in stunned silence is not a sight one can forget easily.

'Flow Around The Corner': Morkel Backs India To Crack Spin Code

'Flow Around The Corner': Morkel Backs India To Crack Spin Code

Rediff.com4 days ago

Morne Morkel backs India's batting unit to improve against spin ahead of Super Eight clash vs South Africa in the ICC T20 World Cup.

Swami Avimukteshwaranand booked under POCSO Act

Swami Avimukteshwaranand booked under POCSO Act

Rediff.com3 days ago

The action was taken after a Prayagraj court directed that a case be registered on an application moved by Ashutosh Brahmachari Maharaj and others.

BJP applying pressure but no alliance with them, says TVK

BJP applying pressure but no alliance with them, says TVK

Rediff.com5 days ago

Actor Vijay's political party, Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK), has firmly stated that it will not form an alliance with the BJP, despite what it describes as increasing pressure from the saffron party.

When Shah Rukh Khan Was Upset With Arundhati Roy

When Shah Rukh Khan Was Upset With Arundhati Roy

Rediff.com6 days ago

When Arundhati Roy wrote her first novel God of Small Things, her team reached out to Shah Rukh Khan inviting him to read a passage from the book at its Mumbai launch. Perhaps because he still held a grudge, Khan refused the invitation.

Sheena Bora Murder Trial: The Great Skipping Rope Game

Sheena Bora Murder Trial: The Great Skipping Rope Game

Rediff.com17 Feb 2026

Sheena Bora's birthday fell on February 11 and it's been 14 years since she disappeared into thin air. She would have been 39. Nearly one-and-a-half decades later are we patiently inching nearer to knowing the truth of what happened?

India vs Netherlands: Shivam Dube: India's Secret Weapon At T20 World Cup

India vs Netherlands: Shivam Dube: India's Secret Weapon At T20 World Cup

Rediff.com6 days ago

Shivam Dube is making a name for himself as a premier power-hitter in the T20 World Cup, delivering impactful performances with both bat and ball for Team India.

Shai Hope steers Windies past Italy into T20 World Cup Super 8s unbeaten

Shai Hope steers Windies past Italy into T20 World Cup Super 8s unbeaten

Rediff.com6 days ago

Shai Hope's impressive 75 was not enough as Italy's disciplined bowling attack restricted the West Indies to a modest total of 165 for six in their T20 World Cup group stage match.

Having sneaked in, England will be 'more brave' in Super 8s

Having sneaked in, England will be 'more brave' in Super 8s

Rediff.com4 days ago

England captain Harry Brook acknowledges underestimating opponents in the group stage of the T20 World Cup and anticipates a stronger showing in the Super 8s, starting with their match against Sri Lanka.

Rashid Khan wants more matches against stronger teams

Rashid Khan wants more matches against stronger teams

Rediff.com5 days ago

Afghanistan skipper Rashid Khan emphasised the need for more bilateral series against stronger cricketing nations after his team's victory over Canada in the T20 World Cup. He highlighted areas for improvement, particularly in batting and death overs bowling, and acknowledged the painful setback of a narrow defeat to South Africa.

AI System To Transform Training, Injury Tracking In Indian Sports

AI System To Transform Training, Injury Tracking In Indian Sports

Rediff.com5 days ago

India launches AI-driven SPEEED platform to track athlete performance, predict injuries, tackle age fraud and revolutionise sports science nationwide.

T20 World Cup: 3 Matches, 3 Ducks: What's Wrong with Abhishek?

T20 World Cup: 3 Matches, 3 Ducks: What's Wrong with Abhishek?

Rediff.com7 days ago

Abhishek Sharma's struggles in the T20 World Cup continue as he fails to score in his first three innings.

Barcelona Slip in Title Race After Girona Shock

Barcelona Slip in Title Race After Girona Shock

Rediff.com17 Feb 2026

Barcelona missed the chance to reclaim the LaLiga summit after suffering a 2-1 derby defeat to Girona, who roared back in the second half to leave Real Madrid top of the table.

Why Is Priyanka Chopra Carrying A Treasure Chest?

Why Is Priyanka Chopra Carrying A Treasure Chest?

Rediff.com6 days ago

Priyanka Chopra mounts her status as an icon and legend with her recent look and we can't stop staring.

T20 World Cup: Brook happy to qualify: 'We haven't played our best'

T20 World Cup: Brook happy to qualify: 'We haven't played our best'

Rediff.com17 Feb 2026

England captain Harry Brook expressed satisfaction after his side qualified for the Super 8 stage of the ongoing T20 World Cup after beating Italy by 24 runs.

First Vande Bharat Sleeper Train Between Guwahati, Howrah

First Vande Bharat Sleeper Train Between Guwahati, Howrah

Rediff.com2 Jan 2026

'The sleeper variant is designed for long-distance journeys, with modern berths, improved interiors and enhanced safety features.'

T20 World Cup: Ahmedabad's black soil pitch expected to favour seamers

T20 World Cup: Ahmedabad's black soil pitch expected to favour seamers

Rediff.com4 days ago

The Super Eights match between India and South Africa is expected to be played on a black soil pitch that favors seamers, potentially influencing India's team selection strategy.

Why I Cycled From Kashmir To Kanyakumari

Why I Cycled From Kashmir To Kanyakumari

Rediff.com1 days ago

'That journey across India has changed me forever.'

Rajaji bust replaces Lutyens' statue at Rashtrapati Bhavan

Rajaji bust replaces Lutyens' statue at Rashtrapati Bhavan

Rediff.com1 days ago

A bust of Chakravarti Rajagopalachari, the first Indian governor-general, has replaced a statue of British architect Edwin Lutyens at Rashtrapati Bhavan, symbolizing a move away from colonial influences and embracing Indian heritage.

Ranji Trophy: Rahul, Padikkal put Karnataka in driver's seat on Day 1

Ranji Trophy: Rahul, Padikkal put Karnataka in driver's seat on Day 1

Rediff.com15 Feb 2026

Rahul, Padikkal power Karnataka to 355/2 with big hundreds

Ranji Trophy: 'We are like Sholay': J&K coach claims

Ranji Trophy: 'We are like Sholay': J&K coach claims

Rediff.com7 days ago

Jammu and Kashmir's head coach Ajay Sharma attributes their historic Ranji Trophy final entry to teamwork and a 'Sholay'-like spirit, highlighting the team's self-belief and the emergence of fast-bowling talent like Auqib Nabi.

Anti-CAA pleas: SC to start final hearing of petitions from May 5

Anti-CAA pleas: SC to start final hearing of petitions from May 5

Rediff.com6 days ago

The Supreme Court has announced it will begin final hearings on May 5 regarding the constitutional validity of the Citizenship (Amendment) Act, 2019 (CAA), with over 200 petitions challenging the law.

T20 World Cup: Pakistan skipper sends spin warning to NZ

T20 World Cup: Pakistan skipper sends spin warning to NZ

Rediff.com7 days ago

Pakistan captain Salman Agha expressed confidence in his team's spinners after their victory over Namibia in the T20 World Cup, highlighting Sahibzada Farhan's century and Usman Tariq's bowling.

Iran set to hang first protester as Trump promises 'help'

Iran set to hang first protester as Trump promises 'help'

Rediff.com14 Jan 2026

Iran is set to witness more brutality as the administration has decided to execute its first protester on Wednesday amid mass arrests of anti-regime protesters, New York Post reported, citing human rights groups.

Tirupati Laddu Reignites Political Battle In Andhra Pradesh

Tirupati Laddu Reignites Political Battle In Andhra Pradesh

Rediff.com4 days ago

With TDP and YSRCP trying to score political points, the sacred laddu may well create a storm in days to come.

Can India Reset Ties With Bangladesh?

Can India Reset Ties With Bangladesh?

Rediff.com1 days ago

Sensitive issues remain. Water sharing of the Ganga and Teesta rivers. Treatment of minorities, particularly Hindus. Border management. Trade imbalances. Connectivity projects.What happens next will shape not just bilateral ties, but the balance of South Asia itself, points out Ramesh Menon.

'Studying developments': India after US SC verdict on Trump's tariffs

'Studying developments': India after US SC verdict on Trump's tariffs

Rediff.com4 days ago

In a major setback to Trump's pivotal economic agenda for his second term, the US Supreme Court, in a 6-3 verdict written by Chief Justice John Roberts, ruled that the tariffs imposed by the president on nations around the world were illegal.

Nissanka Is The Latest T20 World Cup Centurion. Meet The Others...

Nissanka Is The Latest T20 World Cup Centurion. Meet The Others...

Rediff.com17 Feb 2026

T20 World Cups have seen some explosive batting, with a few players etching their names in history by scoring centuries. Here's a look at T20 World Cup centurions over the years.

ISL: Ezzejari's double strike powers East Bengal

ISL: Ezzejari's double strike powers East Bengal

Rediff.com17 Feb 2026

East Bengal FC secured a commanding 3-0 victory against NorthEast United FC in their Indian Super League match, fueled by a second-half double from Youssef Ezzejari and a late goal by Miguel Ferreira.

T20 World Cup: SKY blames batting collapse for India's humiliating loss

T20 World Cup: SKY blames batting collapse for India's humiliating loss

Rediff.com2 days ago

India faced a heavy defeat against South Africa in their T20 World Cup Super Eights opener after a batting collapse while chasing 188. Skipper Suryakumar Yadav admitted the failure to build partnerships cost them the game.

'Kerala Story 2' sparks fresh political firestorm ahead of release

'Kerala Story 2' sparks fresh political firestorm ahead of release

Rediff.com5 days ago

The trailer of the film, produced by Vipul Amrutlal Shah and directed by Kamakhya Narain Singh, released on Tuesday and landed straight into controversy. It tracks the stories of three Hindu women from three different states going against their families to marry Muslim men and then being forced to convert.

NEET-EWS Quota: How A 19 Yr Old Won A Supreme Court Case

NEET-EWS Quota: How A 19 Yr Old Won A Supreme Court Case

Rediff.com2 days ago

'My argument was straightforward: If the Constitution allows this reservation and SC/ST and OBC candidates are already getting reservation in private institutions -- backed by Constitution Bench orders -- then not extending the same to EWS candidates directly violates the 103rd Amendment and Article 14, which guarantees the right to equality.'

Trott's final message to Afghanistan players after T20 World Cup exit

Trott's final message to Afghanistan players after T20 World Cup exit

Rediff.com5 days ago

Outgoing Afghanistan coach Jonathan Trott reflects on his three-year stint with the team, highlighting achievements and areas for future improvement following their exit from the T20 World Cup.

'Kerala Story 2' sparks fresh political firestorm ahead of release

'Kerala Story 2' sparks fresh political firestorm ahead of release

Rediff.com6 days ago

The upcoming Hindi film 'The Kerala Story 2: Goes Beyond' is embroiled in controversy, similar to its predecessor, with accusations of hate propaganda and defenses of legitimate concern over religious conversion.

Strikes Shake India's Gig Economy

Strikes Shake India's Gig Economy

Rediff.com4 days ago

Two of the three strikes are related to the gig economy, a centrepiece of the new labour Codes.

Forces eliminate 7-member Jaish module in J-K, finish 18-month hunt

Forces eliminate 7-member Jaish module in J-K, finish 18-month hunt

Rediff.com2 days ago

Security forces in Jammu and Kashmir have successfully neutralized a Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM) terror module, known as the 'Israel Group,' after a year-and-a-half-long operation in the Kishtwar region.

French Prez jogs in Mumbai, pays tribute to 26/11 victims

French Prez jogs in Mumbai, pays tribute to 26/11 victims

Rediff.com7 days ago

French President Emmanuel Macron's visit to India began in Mumbai with a jog and a tribute, setting the stage for strategic talks with Prime Minister Modi to strengthen the India-France partnership.

Carlsen wins inaugural Freestyle Chess World Championship

Carlsen wins inaugural Freestyle Chess World Championship

Rediff.com16 Feb 2026

Magnus Carlsen has won the first FIDE Freestyle Chess World Championship, defeating Fabiano Caruana in the final match held in Germany.

Will Australia end disastrous T20 World Cup campaign on a high?

Will Australia end disastrous T20 World Cup campaign on a high?

Rediff.com6 days ago

Australia will aim to salvage pride against Oman in their final T20 World Cup match after a disappointing campaign marked by injuries and poor form.