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'Mamata, Stalin or...': Sena-UBT on INDIA bloc leadership issue

'Mamata, Stalin or...': Sena-UBT on INDIA bloc leadership issue

Rediff.com18 Feb 2026

The Shiv Sena-UBT is openly questioning the Congress party's leadership within the INDIA bloc.

T20 World Cup: Ponting urges India: Pick best XI, forget matchups

T20 World Cup: Ponting urges India: Pick best XI, forget matchups

Rediff.com25 Feb 2026

Ricky Ponting is of the opinion that the Indian team should be focusing on playing their best XI rather than trying to get the matchups right, when they face Zimbabwe in their next Super Eight clash on Thursday in Chennai's MA Chidambaram Stadium.

India, Israel upgrade ties to 'strategic partnership'; Modi backs Gaza peace

India, Israel upgrade ties to 'strategic partnership'; Modi backs Gaza peace

Rediff.com26 Feb 2026

India and Israel have elevated their relationship to a special strategic partnership, focusing on enhanced cooperation in trade, technology, and defense, while also addressing regional peace initiatives.

House functions by rules, not privilege: LS Speaker Birla

House functions by rules, not privilege: LS Speaker Birla

Rediff.com22 hours ago

Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla addressed concerns about fairness and speaking privileges in the House, emphasising that all members, including the Prime Minister, must adhere to parliamentary rules and procedures.

Women excelling in various fields, but...: President Murmu

Women excelling in various fields, but...: President Murmu

Rediff.com4 days ago

President Droupadi Murmu addressed a national convention, acknowledging the progress of women in various fields while highlighting the persistent social stereotypes, economic inequalities, and psychological barriers they face. She called for collective efforts to address these issues and emphasised the importance of promoting Indian languages and traditional knowledge systems.

T20 World Cup Final: Fans Perform Nazar Utaarna Ritual

T20 World Cup Final: Fans Perform Nazar Utaarna Ritual

Rediff.com6 days ago

Ahead of the T20 World Cup final, two fans have gone viral online after posting a video performing a ritual to ward off the 'evil eye'.

T20 World Cup Super 8s: Pressure on India vs Zimbabwe, admits batting coach

T20 World Cup Super 8s: Pressure on India vs Zimbabwe, admits batting coach

Rediff.com25 Feb 2026

Batting coach Sitanshu Kotak acknowledges the pressure on India ahead of their crucial T20 World Cup Super Eights match against Zimbabwe, emphasising the team's need to handle expectations and regain momentum.

193 Oppn MPs sign notice seeking CEC's removal, submission on Friday

193 Oppn MPs sign notice seeking CEC's removal, submission on Friday

Rediff.com22 hours ago

Over 130 Lok Sabha and 63 Rajya Sabha MPs have signed notices seeking the removal of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar, alleging partisan conduct and obstruction of electoral fraud investigations.

T20 World Cup: Namibia cry foul over night training snub vs India

T20 World Cup: Namibia cry foul over night training snub vs India

Rediff.com11 Feb 2026

Namibia captain Gerhard Erasmus on Wednesday took a slight dig at the organisers for not scheduling their training sessions in the night ahead of their T20 World Cup game against India under lights.

Govt urges citizens to avoid panic booking, assures LPG, fuel supply

Govt urges citizens to avoid panic booking, assures LPG, fuel supply

Rediff.com17 hours ago

India imports nearly 60 percent of its LPG, with most cargo previously coming through the Strait of Hormuz, now closed for commercial shipping.

Travel chaos ends: Proteas, Windies squads fly home after Gulf airspace crisis

Travel chaos ends: Proteas, Windies squads fly home after Gulf airspace crisis

Rediff.com1 days ago

The International Cricket Council confirmed that stranded players from the South Africa national cricket team and West Indies cricket team have finally left India after Gulf airspace closures during the West Asia conflict disrupted travel following the ICC Men's T20 World Cup.

T20 World Cup: Thursday's Game Will Be Played Before India's Most Knowledgeable Fans

T20 World Cup: Thursday's Game Will Be Played Before India's Most Knowledgeable Fans

Rediff.com25 Feb 2026

It is said that in Chennai, fans do not watch cricket -- they analyse and debate it and even outthink the experts. Cricket here is savoured like their favourite dish -- a hot bowl of rasam.

T20 World Cup: Suryakumar dedicates win to India

T20 World Cup: Suryakumar dedicates win to India

Rediff.com16 Feb 2026

India captain Suryakumar Yadav dedicated Sunday's T20 World Cup victory over Pakistan to fans across the country.

Namibia's Loftie-Eaton sends warning to India ahead of T20 WC match

Namibia's Loftie-Eaton sends warning to India ahead of T20 WC match

Rediff.com11 Feb 2026

Namibia all-rounder Jan Nicol Loftie-Eaton believes that pressure will be on defending champions India on their home turf and that his team has nothing to lose in their T20 World Cup match in New Delhi on Thursday.

Rupee Hits All-Time Low as Oil Prices Surge and Dollar Strengthens

Rupee Hits All-Time Low as Oil Prices Surge and Dollar Strengthens

Rediff.com3 days ago

The Indian rupee crashed to a record closing low against the US dollar due to rising global crude oil prices, a strengthening dollar, and geopolitical tensions in the Middle East.

Trump, Putin discuss Iran crisis as Hormuz disruption jolts global energy

Trump, Putin discuss Iran crisis as Hormuz disruption jolts global energy

Rediff.com2 days ago

US President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin discussed the Iran conflict and its impact on global energy supplies during a phone call.

Nothing changes, India will be paying tariffs: Defiant Trump after SC blow

Nothing changes, India will be paying tariffs: Defiant Trump after SC blow

Rediff.com21 Feb 2026

US President Donald Trump asserted that the trade deal with India remains intact despite a Supreme Court ruling against his tariffs, while also claiming he used tariffs to stop a war between India and Pakistan.

T20 World Cup win bigger than anything for me in this life: Sanju Samson

T20 World Cup win bigger than anything for me in this life: Sanju Samson

Rediff.com1 days ago

Sanju Samson expressed heartfelt gratitude after playing a key role in India's successful campaign at the T20 World Cup, saying the moment felt like the realisation of a long-cherished dream.

T20 World Cup: Sanju Samson scores 2nd consecutive fifty; Abhishek flops again

T20 World Cup: Sanju Samson scores 2nd consecutive fifty; Abhishek flops again

Rediff.com7 days ago

Opening the innings, Samson blazed away to a 26-ball half-century as India raced to 67/1 in the Powerplay.

Arif Khan calls for better skiing facilities in Gulmarg to boost medal chances

Arif Khan calls for better skiing facilities in Gulmarg to boost medal chances

Rediff.com2 days ago

Winter Olympian Arif Mohammad Khan is advocating for improved skiing infrastructure in Gulmarg to enable Indian athletes to train effectively and compete for medals at the Asian level.

'Yunus Government Has Given Space To Pakistanis'

'Yunus Government Has Given Space To Pakistanis'

Rediff.com24 Dec 2025

'There is no substantive basis for Bangladesh-Pakistan relations. The only real link they can have is mischief, with Pakistan's intelligence agency using Bangladesh to create trouble along our eastern borders.'

India and France Elevate Ties to 'Special Global Strategic Partnership'

India and France Elevate Ties to 'Special Global Strategic Partnership'

Rediff.com18 Feb 2026

India and France have elevated their relationship to a 'special global strategic partnership,' with increased cooperation in defense, trade, and technology. The leaders also inaugurated a helicopter assembly line in Karnataka.

Nobody will hire women: SC rejects plea for menstrual leave

Nobody will hire women: SC rejects plea for menstrual leave

Rediff.com35 minutes ago

The Supreme Court of India has dismissed a Public Interest Litigation (PIL) seeking a nationwide policy for menstrual leave for women students and workers, citing concerns about potential negative impacts on female employment and the reinforcement of gender stereotypes.

From 18% to 10%: Trump's new global levy brings relief for India

From 18% to 10%: Trump's new global levy brings relief for India

Rediff.com21 Feb 2026

US President Donald Trump announced a new global levy on imported items, resulting in a lower tariff rate for India, following a Supreme Court verdict against his previous sweeping tariffs.

'Indians have been good actors': Trump aide on Russian oil waiver

'Indians have been good actors': Trump aide on Russian oil waiver

Rediff.com6 days ago

The US has granted India permission to buy Russian oil already in transit to ease global supply pressures amidst the West Asia conflict. This decision comes after India agreed to halt sanctioned Russian oil purchases and substitute them with US oil.

'England are leaving before us...' De Kock questions ICC's favouritsm

'England are leaving before us...' De Kock questions ICC's favouritsm

Rediff.com5 days ago

Quinton de Kock lashes out at ICC as England is heading back home ahead of them after T20 WC exit

T20 World Cup: India have ticked a lot of boxes, says Suryakumar

T20 World Cup: India have ticked a lot of boxes, says Suryakumar

Rediff.com18 Feb 2026

India captain Suryakumar Yadav said his team has ticked almost all the boxes in the group stage, expressing satisfaction with the collective batting effort as it heads into the Super Eights of the T20 World Cup.

CAPFs Face Shortfall: Over 93,000 Posts Unfilled

CAPFs Face Shortfall: Over 93,000 Posts Unfilled

Rediff.com1 days ago

The Indian government reports over 93,000 vacant posts in the Central Armed Police Forces (CAPFs) and Assam Rifles, impacting law enforcement and security capabilities. Recruitment efforts are underway to address the shortfall.

4 South Africa players depart; 9 West Indies stars leave for home

4 South Africa players depart; 9 West Indies stars leave for home

Rediff.com2 days ago

The ICC said the South African contingent had begun departing for home on Wednesday with "four players and five family members having boarded the flight".

T20 World Cup: 'Sanju Samson's redemption story is incredible'

T20 World Cup: 'Sanju Samson's redemption story is incredible'

Rediff.com4 days ago

Sunil Gavaskar praises Sanju Samson's remarkable transformation in the T20 World Cup, highlighting his match-winning performances after facing earlier setbacks.

India-Bangladesh Ties May Warm Up After BNP Win

India-Bangladesh Ties May Warm Up After BNP Win

Rediff.com16 Feb 2026

'The people of Bangladesh have voted for a party that represents political interest.'
'It is a pro-Liberation party and it believes in the spirit of 1971, as opposed to the Jamaat-e-Islami, which was opposed to the Liberation struggle of Bangladesh in 1971.'

Parliament's lawmaking power absolute: SC on BNS sedition plea

Parliament's lawmaking power absolute: SC on BNS sedition plea

Rediff.com27 Feb 2026

The observations came from a bench of Chief Justice Surya Kant and Justice Joymalya Bagchi which was hearing pleas questioning the validity of Section 152 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS).

T20 World Cup: India Vs Pakistan: Saqlain Mushtaq Sparks Pitch Controversy

T20 World Cup: India Vs Pakistan: Saqlain Mushtaq Sparks Pitch Controversy

Rediff.com12 Feb 2026

Former Pakistan off-spinner Saqlain Mushtaq has sparked controversy ahead of the India -Pakistan T20 World Cup game in Colombo, suggesting the pitch could be manipulated.

West Asia conflict: Jaishankar dials Iranian counterpart Araghchi

West Asia conflict: Jaishankar dials Iranian counterpart Araghchi

Rediff.com7 days ago

India on Tuesday expressed deep concern over the escalating conflict in Iran and the Gulf region, urging all sides to exercise restraint and prioritise civilian safety.

Never required permission to buy Russian oil: Officials

Never required permission to buy Russian oil: Officials

Rediff.com6 days ago

A senior government official asserts India's independence in purchasing Russian oil, stating that US sanctions waivers merely remove friction but do not dictate India's energy policy. The official highlights India's commitment to energy security and affordability for its citizens.

Bhajji, Mongia Warn India Ahead of Pakistan T20 WC Clash

Bhajji, Mongia Warn India Ahead of Pakistan T20 WC Clash

Rediff.com14 Feb 2026

Harbhajan Singh urges India to play Pakistan spinner Usman Tariq carefully ahead of the T20 World Cup clash in Colombo, while Nayan Mongia backs Hardik Pandya to shine under pressure.

'Oil Could Cross $100 A Barrel'

'Oil Could Cross $100 A Barrel'

Rediff.com7 days ago

'Oil is still well below its all-time highs, and the world is gradually running out of known reserves.'

U-19 World Cup: Confident India face stern England test in final

U-19 World Cup: Confident India face stern England test in final

Rediff.com5 Feb 2026

India would bank on its swashbuckling batting line-up when it takes on a gritty England in what promises to be an evenly-matched final of the ICC Under-19 World Cup.

Can India's batting might tame Pakistan's spin threat?

Can India's batting might tame Pakistan's spin threat?

Rediff.com14 Feb 2026

India and Pakistan clash in a highly anticipated T20 World Cup match. India needs middle-order stability and a fit Abhishek Sharma, while Pakistan's spin attack poses a threat. The weather forecast predicts a high chance of rain.

Bangar urges India's batters to maintain fearless approach

Bangar urges India's batters to maintain fearless approach

Rediff.com11 Feb 2026

Former batting coach Sanjay Bangar advises the Indian cricket team not to overanalyze their batting performance against the USA in the T20 World Cup, emphasizing that their aggressive approach has been largely successful.