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All or nothing: The enigma called Pant!

All or nothing: The enigma called Pant!

Rediff.com24 Nov 2025

MCG to Barsapara: Gambhir and Pant might be feeling a sense of deja vu

The Best Airlines And Airports in 2025

The Best Airlines And Airports in 2025

Rediff.com17 Nov 2025

Forbes Travel Guide's second annual Verified Air Travel Awards once again spotlight the aviation stars that turn every journey into something truly remarkable.

Esha Singh wins women's Air Pistol World Cup gold

Esha Singh wins women's Air Pistol World Cup gold

Rediff.com13 Sep 2025

Olympian and reigning mixed team pistol World champion Esha Singh ended India's medal drought at the ISSF World Cup Rifle/Pistol, clinching gold in the women's 10 metres Air Pistol event in Ningbo, China, on Saturday.

'Rajinikanth Never Jokes About His Superstardom'

'Rajinikanth Never Jokes About His Superstardom'

Rediff.com11 Dec 2025

'I believe that whether it is Rajini sir or Shah Rukh Khan or Dilip Kumarsaab, these stars are blessed with a cosmic energy. It's a phenomenon that is hard to describe, but it makes you fall in love with them.'

Muthusamy's ton put SA in control as India's spinners flop

Muthusamy's ton put SA in control as India's spinners flop

Rediff.com23 Nov 2025

Senuran Muthusamy and Marco Jansen made Indian finger spinners' look ordinary in good batting conditions with invaluable lower-order contributions as South Africa seized control of the second Test.

'Ministry Slept, DGCA Slept, IndiGo...'

'Ministry Slept, DGCA Slept, IndiGo...'

Rediff.com11 Dec 2025

'IndiGo will receive a sharp rap on the knuckles -- a punishment, a huge penalty. 'I look towards them creating a compensation fund.' 'I would like to think they would do that for all the passengers who are affected on every single day since cancellations began.'

PIX: Jaiswal's century powers India to series win!

PIX: Jaiswal's century powers India to series win!

Rediff.com6 Dec 2025

Yashasvi Jaiswal smashed his maiden ODI hundred to power India to a 2-1 series win after they thrashed against South Africa by nine wickets in the third and final ODI.

President Murmu To Take Rafale Sortie Today

President Murmu To Take Rafale Sortie Today

Rediff.com29 Oct 2025

President Droupadi Murmu will take a sortie in a Rafale fighter jet in Ambala, Haryana.

Govt to push nuclear reforms as Oppn targets SIR in winter session

Govt to push nuclear reforms as Oppn targets SIR in winter session

Rediff.com30 Nov 2025

The winter session of Parliament is set to begin with the government prioritizing its reforms agenda, including a bill to open the civil nuclear sector to private players. The opposition is expected to raise concerns about electoral roll revisions and air pollution.

Rakesh Maria reveals how don Karim Lala helped Helen

Rakesh Maria reveals how don Karim Lala helped Helen

Rediff.com27 Nov 2025

A new book reveals how Bollywood dancer Helen sought help from the Mumbai underworld after being evicted from her home by her ex-husband.

Trishul 2025 Signals New Era in Fighting Wars

Trishul 2025 Signals New Era in Fighting Wars

Rediff.com14 Nov 2025

After Operation Sindoor, the Army and Navy now view the IAF as not a supporting arm, but the spearhead of India's warfighting capability, capable of decisive outcomes across domains, explains Air Commodore Nitin Sathe (retd).

Pakistan using terrorism as state policy against India since 1947: Report

Pakistan using terrorism as state policy against India since 1947: Report

Rediff.com26 Nov 2025

Records stretching back to 1947 suggest a consistent strategy by Pakistan's military and intelligence apparatus, the Inter Services Intelligence (ISI), of using terrorism as a state policy against India.

Manchester City survive scare; Spurs hold Newcastle

Manchester City survive scare; Spurs hold Newcastle

Rediff.com3 Dec 2025

Manchester City's Erling Haaland became the fastest player to reach 100 Premier League goals to ignite their charge on Tuesday.

Putin to visit India in December, first in 4 years

Putin to visit India in December, first in 4 years

Rediff.com1 Oct 2025

Russian President Vladimir Putin is expected to visit India around December 5 to hold annual summit talks with Prime Minister Narendra Modi to further solidify bilateral strategic ties.

Why Rage Bait Is Oxford's Word Of 2025

Why Rage Bait Is Oxford's Word Of 2025

Rediff.com4 Dec 2025

The top three contenders for 2025 were -- rage bait, aura farming and biohack.

Shopping Madness: The Black Friday Phenomenon

Shopping Madness: The Black Friday Phenomenon

Rediff.com27 Nov 2025

India has gained one more festival -- the season of Black Friday.

Asim Munir's Power Surge Splits Pakistan Military

Asim Munir's Power Surge Splits Pakistan Military

Rediff.com10 Nov 2025

Creating a powerful new chief of defence forces has split the Pakistan military into four competing factions, points out Rana Banerji, who headed the Pakistan desk at RA&W.

IndiGo chaos: Passengers left in tears as flight cancellations pile up

IndiGo chaos: Passengers left in tears as flight cancellations pile up

Rediff.com6 Dec 2025

Long queues, passengers in tears, and repeated flight cancellations created a morning of severe disruption at Ahmedabad's Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport on Saturday, as IndiGo continued to face nationwide operational delays.

DGCA Moves In As IndiGo Turbulence Continues

DGCA Moves In As IndiGo Turbulence Continues

Rediff.com11 Dec 2025

The DGCA has formed two specialised teams to internally monitor IndiGo's daily operations.

Sri Lanka: Paradiso For Travellers

Sri Lanka: Paradiso For Travellers

Rediff.com25 Nov 2025

Sri Lanka stays with you not just in memory, but gently reminds you what a society can achieve when heart and heritage guide the way.

'We are clear, we want to go with an Indian captain'

'We are clear, we want to go with an Indian captain'

Rediff.com28 Nov 2025

He said one of the things the team lacked last season or in the last cycle was some explosiveness at the bottom order.

How Kuldeep Foxed Familiar Foe Stubbs!

How Kuldeep Foxed Familiar Foe Stubbs!

Rediff.com22 Nov 2025

Kuldeep bowled the best ball to beat me in drift and my hands followed: Stubbs on his dismissal

'You've Got To Question Bazball And Its Brain'

'You've Got To Question Bazball And Its Brain'

Rediff.com21 Nov 2025

'The tailenders should have looked to bat with Jamie Smith. Really poor from the batters towards the end. The plan should have been to give him the strike and let him do the heavy lifting.'

Golden debut! Samrat Rana shoots his way into history

Golden debut! Samrat Rana shoots his way into history

Rediff.com10 Nov 2025

Young Indian shooter Samrat Rana came up with breathtaking show of marksmanship to clinch the men's 10m air pistol gold and make history at the prestigious ISSF World Championships in Cairo on Monday.

The 7-seater EV that redefines 'base model' at 19.95 lakh

The 7-seater EV that redefines 'base model' at 19.95 lakh

Rediff.com29 Nov 2025

The XEV 9S is poised to disrupt the market, specifically with its entry-level variant called the 'Pack One Above', which offers a level of equipment rarely seen in base models, writes Rajesh Karkera/Rediff.com.

President Murmu poses with woman pilot claimed to have captured by Pak

President Murmu poses with woman pilot claimed to have captured by Pak

Rediff.com29 Oct 2025

President Droupadi Murmu, who undertook a half-an-hour sortie in a Rafale fighter jet on Wednesday from Ambala, posed with Squadron leader Shivangi Singh, just before she took to the skies.

FIFA stares at mammoth challenges ahead of 2026 World Cup draw

FIFA stares at mammoth challenges ahead of 2026 World Cup draw

Rediff.com2 Dec 2025

Debutants, heat and distance shape mood ahead of 2026 World Cup draw

Modi govt 'nearly signed death warrant' for Aravalli Hills: Sonia Gandhi

Modi govt 'nearly signed death warrant' for Aravalli Hills: Sonia Gandhi

Rediff.com3 Dec 2025

Sonia Gandhi criticizes the Modi government's environmental policies, claiming they endanger the Aravalli hills and disregard environmental protection.

Aston Villa down Leeds; move into top four

Aston Villa down Leeds; move into top four

Rediff.com23 Nov 2025

Striker Morgan Rogers netted a double as Aston Villa fought back from a halftime deficit to beat Leeds United 2-1 away.

153 dead as Ditwah leaves trail of destruction in Lanka; rain pounds TN

153 dead as Ditwah leaves trail of destruction in Lanka; rain pounds TN

Rediff.com29 Nov 2025

Cyclone Ditwah exits Sri Lanka after causing widespread destruction and over 120 deaths, heading towards the Indian coast. Heavy rains and high winds are expected to continue.

'A good wicket to bat on...' Jansen rubs salt into India's wounds

'A good wicket to bat on...' Jansen rubs salt into India's wounds

Rediff.com24 Nov 2025

Conversations might have been different if Pant got his execution right: Jansen

DGCA Pulls Up Air India Again

DGCA Pulls Up Air India Again

Rediff.com25 Jul 2025

The DGCA has issued four showcause notices to Air India over repeated violations of cabin crew deployment, training lapses, rest regulations, and operational oversight that compromise flight safety.

Modi and Putin: Hug in airport, ride in car, dinner at 7, LKM

Modi and Putin: Hug in airport, ride in car, dinner at 7, LKM

Rediff.com5 Dec 2025

Russian President Vladimir Putin arrived in New Delhi for a two-day visit focused on strengthening ties with India, including defense cooperation and trade, amidst a changing geopolitical landscape.

PIX: Arsenal stun Bayern Munich, go top; PSV whip Liverpool

PIX: Arsenal stun Bayern Munich, go top; PSV whip Liverpool

Rediff.com27 Nov 2025

A summary of Wednesday's action in the UEFA Champions League.

Tere Ishk Mein Review: Raanjhanaa Redux

Tere Ishk Mein Review: Raanjhanaa Redux

Rediff.com28 Nov 2025

Tere Ishk Mein is a disservice to brilliant actors like Dhanush and Kriti Sanon, who have poured their heart and soul into their performances in a story that fails to honour its characters, notes Divya Nair.

Second Peacetime Incident Involving Tejas

Second Peacetime Incident Involving Tejas

Rediff.com22 Nov 2025

This is the fourth peacetime crash of an IAF jet in 2025 so far.

Vande Mataram, 1875-2025

Vande Mataram, 1875-2025

Rediff.com10 Nov 2025

November 7 2025, marked the 150th year of India's revered national song, Vande Mataram.

'Pakistan Under Complete Army Control, Not Good News For India'

'Pakistan Under Complete Army Control, Not Good News For India'

Rediff.com19 Nov 2025

'Can a nuclear-armed nation sustain itself indefinitely under overt military rule without catastrophic consequences for itself and the region? History suggests otherwise.'

Ashes PIX: Five-star Stokes leaves Australia in a mess

Ashes PIX: Five-star Stokes leaves Australia in a mess

Rediff.com21 Nov 2025

IMAGES from Day 1 of the 1st Ashes Test played in Perth on Friday.

Delhi chokes under post-Diwali haze as AAP, BJP trade blame

Delhi chokes under post-Diwali haze as AAP, BJP trade blame

Rediff.com22 Oct 2025

Delhi's air quality deteriorates to 'very poor' levels, sparking a blame game between AAP and BJP over the causes and responsibility for the pollution.