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AFC women's league: Fazila fires East Bengal to historic win

AFC women's league: Fazila fires East Bengal to historic win

Rediff.com25 Aug 2025

Phnom Penh Crown will next face Hong Kong's Kitchee SC on Thursday, while East Bengal take on the same opponents on Sunday.

Alcaraz exorcises demons, Djokovic recovers from slow start

Alcaraz exorcises demons, Djokovic recovers from slow start

Rediff.com28 Aug 2025

Carlos Alcaraz demolished Mattia Bellucci to banish memories of last year's shock early exit at the US Open on Wednesday.

Recurve archers flop! India women lose bronze play-off

Recurve archers flop! India women lose bronze play-off

Rediff.com10 Sep 2025

India's recurve archers once again flattered to deceive at the World Championships as the women's team lost to South Korea in the bronze medal play-off.

China showcases latest arms in parade, a veiled warning to US?

China showcases latest arms in parade, a veiled warning to US?

Rediff.com3 Sep 2025

China displayed a range of new weapons at a military parade, including laser weapons, nuclear ballistic missiles, giant underwater drones, and fifth-generation aircraft.

'Lucky To Witness This From Best Seat In The House'

'Lucky To Witness This From Best Seat In The House'

Rediff.com12 Aug 2025

Umpire Kumar Dharmasena hailed Mohammed Siraj's match-winning delivery in the fifth and final Test against England at The Oval.

Akash Deep, Kishan to miss Duleep Trophy; Easwaran to lead East Zone

Akash Deep, Kishan to miss Duleep Trophy; Easwaran to lead East Zone

Rediff.com18 Aug 2025

Akash Deep and Ishan Kishan will miss the Duleep Trophy quarter-final match against North Zone as both the players are recovering from their respective injuries.

Sensex climbs 213 points led by IT shares

Sensex climbs 213 points led by IT shares

Rediff.com20 Aug 2025

Among Sensex firms, Infosys surged the most by 3.88 per cent, followed by Tata Consultancy Services, which climbed 2.69 per cent. Hindustan Unilever, NTPC, Tata Steel, Tech Mahindra, Eternal and HCL Tech were also among the gainers. However, Bharat Electronics, Bajaj Finance, Tata Motors and Trent were among the laggards.

Akash Deep joins Warne, Hadlee in THIS elite list!

Akash Deep joins Warne, Hadlee in THIS elite list!

Rediff.com2 Aug 2025

India fast bowler Akash Deep, who walked in as a night watchman in the third session on Day 2 of the fifth and final Test against England at The Oval, stole the spotlight on Day 3, producing and entertaining knock to register his maiden Test half-century.

Aishwary shoots gold in Asian Shooting Championship

Aishwary shoots gold in Asian Shooting Championship

Rediff.com24 Aug 2025

Aishwary Pratap Singh Tomar dished out a dominant show to win the gold medal in the men's 50m rifle 3 positions competition at the Asian Shooting Championship.

'Fan war? PR lobby?': Pathan hits back at 'twisted' Dhoni remarks

'Fan war? PR lobby?': Pathan hits back at 'twisted' Dhoni remarks

Rediff.com4 Sep 2025

Irfan Pathan posted a cryptic message on social media after an old interview resurfaced online, where he was seen taking an alleged indirect dig at former captain Mahendra Singh Dhoni.

Missed Jassi bhai, I believe in him: Siraj

Missed Jassi bhai, I believe in him: Siraj

Rediff.com5 Aug 2025

Mohammed Siraj's admiration for Jasprit Bumrah is well known, and the genial Hyderabadi said he sorely missed the pace spearhead's presence in his hour of glory.

Bumrah to miss Oval Test due to workload?

Bumrah to miss Oval Test due to workload?

Rediff.com30 Jul 2025

India's spearhead Jasprit Bumrah is likely to miss the fifth and final Test against England, at The Oval starting on Thursday, due to workload management concerns.

Oval fracas: 'Gambhir should have toned it down'

Oval fracas: 'Gambhir should have toned it down'

Rediff.com9 Aug 2025

According to India batting coach Sitanshu Kotak the tiff took place after Fortis asked the Indian coaching staff to stay 2.5 metres away from the main square, despite them not wearing spikes, prompting frustration from the visiting camp.

'I'm pleased for what Gambhir has achieved with India': Kirsten

'I'm pleased for what Gambhir has achieved with India': Kirsten

Rediff.com7 Aug 2025

Former India head coach Gary Kirsten is pleased about the success Gautam Gambhir and his troops achieved in England during the recently-concluded Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy.

Unofficial Test: India A dominate proceedings on Day 3

Unofficial Test: India A dominate proceedings on Day 3

Rediff.com23 Aug 2025

Shafali, Bist make fifties as India Women A move ahead of Australia

Ayush packs off World No. 9, runs into Lakshya in QF

Ayush packs off World No. 9, runs into Lakshya in QF

Rediff.com11 Sep 2025

Ayush stuns Naraoka to join Satwik-Chirag, Lakshya in quarterfinals at Hong Kong Open

Tamil Nadu batter set to replace Pant for 5th Test

Tamil Nadu batter set to replace Pant for 5th Test

Rediff.com25 Jul 2025

Tamil Nadu wicketkeeper-batter N Jagadeesan has been called in as cover for the injured Rishabh Pant for the fifth Test for the Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy at the Oval.

Abhimanyu Mishra, The Teen Who Shocked World Champ Gukesh

Abhimanyu Mishra, The Teen Who Shocked World Champ Gukesh

Rediff.com9 Sep 2025

American Abhimanyu Mishra, 16, became the youngest-ever player in the history of chess to beat a reigning World Champion in the classical format.

EPL: Chelsea rally to thrash West Ham

EPL: Chelsea rally to thrash West Ham

Rediff.com23 Aug 2025

The commanding scoreline in the cross-town London derby came despite Chelsea's midfield talisman Cole Palmer being ruled out after he felt discomfort on the pitch during the pre-match warmup.

FIDE Grand Swiss: Vaishali in joint lead; Praggnanandhaa held

FIDE Grand Swiss: Vaishali in joint lead; Praggnanandhaa held

Rediff.com8 Sep 2025

R Praggnanandhaa was held to a draw by the world's youngest-ever Grandmaster Abhimanyu Mishra of the United States.

Will Macron Be Ousted Before 2027?

Will Macron Be Ousted Before 2027?

Rediff.com10 Sep 2025

France today increasingly resembles the Italy of the past, when governments fell with bewildering regularity, prime ministers came and went in rapid succession, and political instability became the norm rather than the exception, point out Krishnan Srinivasan and Manoj Mohanka.

Maha issues GR, forms panel to grant Kunbi caste certificates to Marathas

Maha issues GR, forms panel to grant Kunbi caste certificates to Marathas

Rediff.com3 Sep 2025

The Maharashtra government has formed a committee to facilitate the issuance of Kunbi caste certificates to Marathas who can provide documentary evidence recognizing them as Kunbis in the past, potentially opening the door for reservation benefits.

India rout South Korea to win Asia Cup; qualify for hockey World Cup

India rout South Korea to win Asia Cup; qualify for hockey World Cup

Rediff.com7 Sep 2025

The Indian men's hockey team outclassed South Korea 4-1 in the final to win the Asia Cup trophy and qualify for next year's World Cup.

Abhishek Is India's T20 X-Factor

Abhishek Is India's T20 X-Factor

Rediff.com10 Sep 2025

Mentored by Yuvraj Singh, the 25-year-old southpaw carries shades of his idol with the clean swing, the effortless power, the knack for changing games in a blink.

Cleric among 4 held as UP police bust conversion racket

Cleric among 4 held as UP police bust conversion racket

Rediff.com27 Aug 2025

Uttar Pradesh Police has busted an inter-state religious conversion racket and arrested four individuals, including a madrasa cleric, officials said in Bareilly on Wednesday.

Anisimova Shocks Swiatek! Osaka Ousts Muchova

Anisimova Shocks Swiatek! Osaka Ousts Muchova

Rediff.com4 Sep 2025

Six weeks ago Amanda Anisimova couldn't win a single game against Iga Swiatek in the Wimbledon final. On Wednesday the American beat the Polish second seed in straight sets.

Big blow for England as Woakes out of final Test

Big blow for England as Woakes out of final Test

Rediff.com1 Aug 2025

'A further assessment will be conducted at the conclusion of the series.'

Op Sindoor wasn't just to avenge Pahalgam, but...: CDS

Op Sindoor wasn't just to avenge Pahalgam, but...: CDS

Rediff.com5 Sep 2025

Chief of Defence Staff Gen Anil Chauhan identifies China border dispute as India's biggest national security challenge, followed by Pakistan's proxy war. He also highlighted regional instability, future warfare scenarios, and dealing with nuclear-armed adversaries as major concerns.

Exports To Key Global Hubs Drop Sharply

Exports To Key Global Hubs Drop Sharply

Rediff.com28 Aug 2025

'There is definitely tepid demand because of the (reciprocal tariff) uncertainty.'

Can India pull off a heist at The Oval?

Can India pull off a heist at The Oval?

Rediff.com4 Aug 2025

'Tomorrow we can just focus on doing a good warm-up, get the boys ready to hopefully get the ball in the right area and create a little bit of excitement again.'

Fritz, Shelton set tone for US men's title push in New York

Fritz, Shelton set tone for US men's title push in New York

Rediff.com25 Aug 2025

Fritz, Shelton lead American charge at US Open with first-round wins

'England panicked, they just needed one partnership'

'England panicked, they just needed one partnership'

Rediff.com5 Aug 2025

Former captain Michael Vaughan feels England panicked on the final day of the fifth Test against India in the absence of inspirational skipper Ben Stokes.

Rohit wins javelin gold to keep Worlds hopes alive

Rohit wins javelin gold to keep Worlds hopes alive

Rediff.com24 Aug 2025

Rohit Yadav clinched the javelin throw gold medal at the National Inter-State Athletics Championships to keep himself in contention for a berth in the World Championships in Tokyo.

Jarange calls off Maratha agitation after Maha issues GR

Jarange calls off Maratha agitation after Maha issues GR

Rediff.com2 Sep 2025

Jarange Patil on Tuesday called off his five-day old agitation after the Maharashtra government issued a resolution on the Hyderabad gazetteer and announced the formation of a committees to facilitate the issuance of Kunbi caste certificates to Marathas who are able to produce documentary evidence recognising them as Kunbis in the past.

Tanush Kotian: West Zone's 'crisis man' delivers again

Tanush Kotian: West Zone's 'crisis man' delivers again

Rediff.com5 Sep 2025

Tanush Kotian once again showcased his ability to absorb pressure with a fighting fifty to shore up West Zone against Central Zone in the Duleep Trophy semifinals

Jadeja Tops Legends Gavaskar, Sobers

Jadeja Tops Legends Gavaskar, Sobers

Rediff.com3 Aug 2025

Ravindra Jadeja powered to his record sixth fifty of the series to extend his stunning run with the bat, on Day 3 of the fifth and final Test against England.

India in World's Top Five Traffic Jams

India in World's Top Five Traffic Jams

Rediff.com13 Aug 2025

Kolkata, Bengaluru and Pune rank among the world's top five most traffic-congested cities.

Is Abhimanyu Mishra The Next Bobby Fischer?

Is Abhimanyu Mishra The Next Bobby Fischer?

Rediff.com12 Sep 2025

'He was like a sponge. He soaked up everything we taught him -- and when it came time to play, he'd squeeze out exactly what was needed on the board during tournaments.'

'Kohli taught me to treat opponents like enemies'

'Kohli taught me to treat opponents like enemies'

Rediff.com26 Aug 2025

Siraj, known as a workhorse due to his dedication, intensity, and ability to perform under pressure, has revealed how his approach towards the game changed after he started playing alongside Kohli.

US Open: Sinner In Easy Half; Tough Path For Alcaraz

US Open: Sinner In Easy Half; Tough Path For Alcaraz

Rediff.com22 Aug 2025

Defending champion Jannik Sinner, who has been recovering from illness, received a more favourable route to the US Open final than Carlos Alcaraz while Aryna Sabalenka will be tested in her bid to retain her title after the draw was made on Thursday.