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Sekulic Defeats Singh to Win Central Excise & CGST - ITF M25 Kolkata

Sekulic Defeats Singh to Win Central Excise & CGST - ITF M25 Kolkata

Rediff.com1 days ago

Australian Philip Sekulic defeated India's Karan Singh in straight sets to win the men's singles title in the Central Excise & CGST - ITF M25 Kolkata.

Sanju Samson Opens Up on Royals Exit, CSK Move

Sanju Samson Opens Up on Royals Exit, CSK Move

Rediff.com1 hour ago

Sanju Samson finally breaks his silence on leaving Rajasthan Royals as he prepares for a new chapter with Chennai Super Kings in IPL 2026 and the chance to learn from MS Dhoni.

Kuldeep Yadav's 'Our Forever Begins' Post Wins Hearts

Kuldeep Yadav's 'Our Forever Begins' Post Wins Hearts

Rediff.com19 hours ago

Indian cricketer Kuldeep Yadav marries his childhood friend Vanshika Chaddha in a ceremony attended by fellow cricketers.

Salman Khan's Battle Of Galwan Retitled Maatrubhumi

Salman Khan's Battle Of Galwan Retitled Maatrubhumi

Rediff.com1 days ago

The new title is likely inspired by the film's first track Maatrubhumi, sung by Arijit Singh.

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi eyes IPL title with Rajasthan Royals after U-19 World Cup glory

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi eyes IPL title with Rajasthan Royals after U-19 World Cup glory

Rediff.com1 days ago

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, a U-19 World Cup champion, is now focused on securing an IPL title with the Rajasthan Royals, highlighting his journey from a young prodigy to a key player in the upcoming season.

Sayali Satghare credits hard work for success, sets sights on bigger goals

Sayali Satghare credits hard work for success, sets sights on bigger goals

Rediff.com1 days ago

Sayali Satghare attributes her success to years of dedication and is eager to make a significant impact for India on the international stage and in T20 leagues. She played a key role in Royal Challengers Bengaluru's WPL victory and made her Test debut this month.

EC announces assembly poll dates for WB, TN, Kerala, Assam, Puducherry

EC announces assembly poll dates for WB, TN, Kerala, Assam, Puducherry

Rediff.com1 days ago

The counting of votes for all 824 seats across four states and one Union Territory will be held on May 4.

How India's New Phygital Centre Aims to Transform Rural Life in Madhya Pradesh

How India's New Phygital Centre Aims to Transform Rural Life in Madhya Pradesh

Rediff.com2 days ago

India has launched its first integrated phygital service centre in Umri village, Madhya Pradesh, aiming to provide online services and boost rural development through digital connectivity and various essential services.

Diksha Dagar, Vani Kapoor off to decent start at Women's Australian Open

Diksha Dagar, Vani Kapoor off to decent start at Women's Australian Open

Rediff.com4 days ago

Diksha Dagar and Vani Kapoor started well at the Women's Australian Open, while other Indian golfers struggled in the first round.

India's Final AFC Asian Cup Qualifier Against Hong Kong to be Held in Kochi

India's Final AFC Asian Cup Qualifier Against Hong Kong to be Held in Kochi

Rediff.com2 days ago

India's final match of the AFC Asian Cup Saudi Arabia 2027 Qualifiers against Hong Kong will be held in Kochi on March 31. Although India is out of contention for the AFC Asian Cup 2027, the match is still important for FIFA ranking points.

Rajasthan United snatch late win against Namdhari Sports Academy

Rajasthan United snatch late win against Namdhari Sports Academy

Rediff.com3 days ago

Rajasthan United defeated Namdhari Sports Academy 3-2 in a thrilling I-League match, with Amadou Soukouna scoring the decisive goal in injury time.

Europa League: Aston Villa rally to beat Lille, Porto down VfB Stuttgart

Europa League: Aston Villa rally to beat Lille, Porto down VfB Stuttgart

Rediff.com4 days ago

Aston Villa secured a 1-0 victory against Lille in the Europa League, while other matches saw Bologna draw with AS Roma and Porto win against VfB Stuttgart.

IIT-Delhi Student Found Dead in Campus Apartment; Police Investigate

IIT-Delhi Student Found Dead in Campus Apartment; Police Investigate

Rediff.com3 days ago

A first-year IIT-Delhi student was found dead in his campus apartment, prompting a police investigation into the circumstances surrounding his death.

Indian Wells: Medvedev stuns Alcaraz, sets up Sinner final

Indian Wells: Medvedev stuns Alcaraz, sets up Sinner final

Rediff.com2 days ago

Russian Daniil Medvedev will meet Italian Jannik Sinner in the final at the Indian Wells Tennis tournament in California.

Rima Das: 'I Like That Magic When You Just Follow Life'

Rima Das: 'I Like That Magic When You Just Follow Life'

Rediff.com2 hours ago

'I am quite impulsive when making a movie. That is the reason I need to stop sometimes, probably pause.'

Chelsea fined 10.75 million pounds, given suspended transfer ban, after Premier League rule breaches

Chelsea fined 10.75 million pounds, given suspended transfer ban, after Premier League rule breaches

Rediff.com6 hours ago

Chelsea have been fined a record total of 10.75 million pounds ($14.3 million) for historical breaches of the Premier League's regulations, the league said on Monday.

Fabrice Kah's Goal Secures Victory for Sreenidi Deccan Against Gokulam Kerala

Fabrice Kah's Goal Secures Victory for Sreenidi Deccan Against Gokulam Kerala

Rediff.com2 days ago

Sreenidi Deccan FC defeated Gokulam Kerala FC 1-0 in an Indian Football League match, with Fabrice Kah scoring the decisive goal in the second half.

How NDA Won All 5 Rajya Sabha Seats In Bihar

How NDA Won All 5 Rajya Sabha Seats In Bihar

Rediff.com22 minutes ago

The Opposition had the numbers to win one Rajya Sabha seat from Bihar. As it turned out, four MLAs skipped the voting, helping the NDA to sweep the polls.

Selva Prabhu leaps to silver and sets national indoor record at NCAA Championships

Selva Prabhu leaps to silver and sets national indoor record at NCAA Championships

Rediff.com2 days ago

With this podium finish in the triple jump event, Indian athlete Selva Prabhu qualifies for the Commonwealth Games, Asian Games, and the World Indoor Championships.

Helly Is Flying High With...

Helly Is Flying High With...

Rediff.com4 hours ago

She first won hearts as the sweet, sanskari bahu in Swaragini but Helly Shah is clearly ready for a new take-off.

Last-Gasp Goal Earns Kerala Blasters a Point Against East Bengal

Last-Gasp Goal Earns Kerala Blasters a Point Against East Bengal

Rediff.com2 days ago

Kerala Blasters FC secured a 1-1 draw against East Bengal FC in an Indian Super League match, with Muhammad Ajsal scoring a late equaliser after Youssef Ezzejjari had given East Bengal the lead.

F1 leader George Russell puts Mercedes on pole for China sprint race

F1 leader George Russell puts Mercedes on pole for China sprint race

Rediff.com4 days ago

George Russell led every phase of the session at the Shanghai circuit to take his first career sprint pole in a time of one minute, 31.520 seconds.

LaLiga: Barcelona ease past Sevilla, maintain lead at top

LaLiga: Barcelona ease past Sevilla, maintain lead at top

Rediff.com1 days ago

Raphinha hat-trick fires Barcelona past Sevilla at top

1st ODI: Nahid Rana rips through new-look Pakistan to hand Bangladesh big win

1st ODI: Nahid Rana rips through new-look Pakistan to hand Bangladesh big win

Rediff.com5 days ago

Nahid Rana's fifer helps Bangladesh beat Pakistan by eight wickets in 1st ODI

Anahat Singh Aims for Olympic Medal as Squash Debuts in 2028

Anahat Singh Aims for Olympic Medal as Squash Debuts in 2028

Rediff.com23 minutes ago

India's top-ranked squash player, Anahat Singh, is focusing on the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics as squash makes its debut, while Ramit Tandon highlights the positive impact of Olympic inclusion on the sport's ecosystem and corporate interest.

Ten-Man Punjab FC Secure Resilient Draw Against FC Goa

Ten-Man Punjab FC Secure Resilient Draw Against FC Goa

Rediff.com16 hours ago

Punjab FC, despite playing with ten men for a significant portion of the match, managed to secure a 1-1 draw against FC Goa in the Indian Super League.

Indian Wells: Alcaraz, Medvedev set up blockbuster clash; Swiatek shocked

Indian Wells: Alcaraz, Medvedev set up blockbuster clash; Swiatek shocked

Rediff.com4 days ago

Carlos Alcaraz and Aryna Sabalenka advanced to the semifinals of the Indian Wells tournament, along with Daniil Medvedev and Elina Svitolina, after a series of compelling matches.

Shubman Gill, Smriti Mandhana crowned best international cricketers at BCCI awards

Shubman Gill, Smriti Mandhana crowned best international cricketers at BCCI awards

Rediff.com1 days ago

Shubman Gill and Smriti Mandhana were named the Best International Cricketers at the BCCI Naman Awards 2026, recognising their outstanding performances in the 2024-2025 season.

Mithali Raj, Rahul Dravid, Roger Binny, Honoured With BCCI Lifetime Achievement Awards

Mithali Raj, Rahul Dravid, Roger Binny, Honoured With BCCI Lifetime Achievement Awards

Rediff.com1 days ago

India's cricketing greats Rahul Dravid, Roger Binny and Mithali Raj were honoured with BCCI's Lifetime Achievement Award, in New Delhi, on Sunday.

FPIs sell-off continues; pull out Rs 52,704 cr last fortnight amid West Asia conflict

FPIs sell-off continues; pull out Rs 52,704 cr last fortnight amid West Asia conflict

Rediff.com2 days ago

Foreign portfolio investors (FPIs) withdrew a substantial amount from Indian equities in the first half of March, driven by geopolitical tensions, rupee depreciation, and concerns about crude oil prices.

Shubman Gill Joins Gujarat Titans for IPL 2026

Shubman Gill Joins Gujarat Titans for IPL 2026

Rediff.com15 hours ago

Shubman Gill has joined the Gujarat Titans camp to prepare for the upcoming Indian Premier League 2026 season

India's Elite Boxers Prepare for Asian Championships in Mongolia

India's Elite Boxers Prepare for Asian Championships in Mongolia

Rediff.com2 days ago

India's top male and female boxers have arrived in Mongolia for a training camp to prepare for the upcoming Asian Boxing Championships.

IDFC Bank Fraud Case: 11 Arrested in Haryana Government Funds Diversion Probe

IDFC Bank Fraud Case: 11 Arrested in Haryana Government Funds Diversion Probe

Rediff.com4 days ago

Haryana State Vigilance and Anti-Corruption Bureau arrests 11 individuals, including bank employees and a government official, in connection with a fraud case involving IDFC First Bank and the illegal diversion of government funds.

Unity first: Marijne's discipline reset for hockey team

Unity first: Marijne's discipline reset for hockey team

Rediff.com4 Feb 2026

Back as chief coach of the Indian women's hockey team after a four-year hiatus, Sjoerd Marijne is focussed on bringing back unity, discipline and culture in the side, with eyes firmly set on creating a group to qualify for 2028 Los Angeles Olympics.

Medvedev: 'I'm a bit too old. I'm not Next Gen anymore'

Medvedev: 'I'm a bit too old. I'm not Next Gen anymore'

Rediff.com1 days ago

Daniil Medvedev played down his Indian Wells semi-final win over Carlos Alcaraz, saying the Spaniard and Jannik Sinner remain on a different level from the rest of the ATP Tour.

Kibet, Edris to Headline TCS World 10K Bengaluru

Kibet, Edris to Headline TCS World 10K Bengaluru

Rediff.com1 days ago

Ugandan Harbert Kibet and Ethiopian Muktar Edris will headline the 18th edition of the TCS World 10K Bengaluru, a World Athletics Gold Label Race with a total prize purse of USD 210,000.

T20 World Cup: 'Kerala-Punjabi bond': Samson on Abhishek partnership

T20 World Cup: 'Kerala-Punjabi bond': Samson on Abhishek partnership

Rediff.com2 days ago

Sanju Samson praises his opening partner Abhishek Sharma, highlighting their explosive partnership and the Kerala-Punjabi friendship that underpins their success after India's T20 World Cup victory.

IPL 2026: Harbhajan Singh wishes to see a new champion this season

IPL 2026: Harbhajan Singh wishes to see a new champion this season

Rediff.com4 days ago

Former India spinner Harbhajan Singh has expressed excitement ahead of the new season of the Indian Premier League (IPL), saying the tournament always brings energy, passion and unpredictable results.

Bhambri and Goransson Reach Indian Wells Semifinal

Bhambri and Goransson Reach Indian Wells Semifinal

Rediff.com5 days ago

Yuki Bhambri and his partner Andre Goransson have advanced to the semifinals of the Indian Wells Masters 1000 tournament after defeating Alexander Erler and Andrea Vavassori.

Fewer phases, delayed counting: Key changes in 5 state election

Fewer phases, delayed counting: Key changes in 5 state election

Rediff.com1 days ago

The announced election schedule for five assemblies reveals fewer phases, a condensed voting period, longer gaps between polling days, and a delayed counting process compared to previous elections.