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IOA To Probe Sexual Harassment Allegations In Hockey Jharkhand Polls

IOA To Probe Sexual Harassment Allegations In Hockey Jharkhand Polls

Rediff.com20 Jul 2026

The recent Hockey Jharkhand elections have been embroiled in controversy following allegations of sexual harassment and intimidation made by former India women's captain Asunta Lakra against Hockey India secretary general Bhola Nath Singh. The Sports Ministry has directed the Indian Olympic Association (IOA) to form an inquiry panel to investigate these serious claims, while Bhola Nath Singh denies all allegations.

IPL 2026: 'Arjun Tendulkar khelega hi nahi': Ashwin's brutal take

IPL 2026: 'Arjun Tendulkar khelega hi nahi': Ashwin's brutal take

Rediff.com23 Mar 2026

Ravichandran Ashwin casts doubt on Arjun Tendulkar's chances of playing for Lucknow Super Giants after his transfer from Mumbai Indians, citing stiff competition from other fast bowlers.

Hockey India defends new saffron jersey for World Cup teams

Hockey India defends new saffron jersey for World Cup teams

Rediff.com30 Jul 2026

Hockey India has defended its decision to change the national men's and women's hockey teams' jerseys to saffron for the upcoming FIH World Cup, citing technical feedback and the symbolic value of the colour.

Modi present, NDA meeting showcases India's employment surge, sports boost

Modi present, NDA meeting showcases India's employment surge, sports boost

Rediff.com4 Aug 2026

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and NDA leaders reviewed India's progress in international sports and significant growth in youth employment opportunities at their weekly parliamentary meeting.

'Hockey jersey colour change not merely sports-related choice'

'Hockey jersey colour change not merely sports-related choice'

Rediff.com2 Aug 2026

The Congress party has criticised the decision to change the Indian hockey team's jersey colour to saffron, calling it a 'narrow-minded political experiment' and demanding the government reconsider the move.

Watch: Aamir Khan Spills The Beans On His Wedding

Watch: Aamir Khan Spills The Beans On His Wedding

Rediff.com3 Jul 2026

At the screening of Pritam And Pedro, Aamir Khan made a huge announcemet. Let's see what he had to stars.

Three NCPI MPs skip NDA meeting amid rift among Trinamool rebels

Three NCPI MPs skip NDA meeting amid rift among Trinamool rebels

Rediff.com5 Aug 2026

Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Union ministers and leaders of the National Democratic Alliance allies on Tuesday attended the ruling coalition's weekly meeting of parliamentarians, where the absence of three Nationalist Citizens Party of India (NCPI) MPs stood out amid signs of differences within the 20-member group of Trinamool Congress rebels over its association with the alliance.

Sports Ministry Orders Probe Into Hockey India Harassment Allegations

Sports Ministry Orders Probe Into Hockey India Harassment Allegations

Rediff.com15 Jul 2026

The Sports Ministry has directed Hockey India to investigate allegations of intimidation and sexual harassment raised by former India captain Asunta Lakra. Lakra accused Hockey India general secretary Bhola Nath Singh of intimidation and institutional protection of misconduct, urging an independent inquiry to safeguard women athletes.

Sports Ministry Orders Probe Into Hockey India Harassment Allegations

Sports Ministry Orders Probe Into Hockey India Harassment Allegations

Rediff.com14 Jul 2026

The Sports Ministry has directed Hockey India to investigate allegations of intimidation and sexual harassment raised by former India captain Asunta Lakra. Lakra accused Hockey India general secretary Bhola Nath Singh of intimidation and institutional protection of misconduct, urging an independent inquiry to safeguard women athletes.

Why Bank Frauds Keep Rising

Why Bank Frauds Keep Rising

Rediff.com7 Aug 2026

'It's not about individuals operating the mule accounts being more or less skilled. Instead, 'lower-level' refers to the role the individual account plays in the broader mule network.'

10 Sequels That Came With Longest Gaps

10 Sequels That Came With Longest Gaps

Rediff.com14 Aug 2026

Awarapan 2, featuring Emraan Hashmi, is set to release 19 years after its original, joining a growing trend of long-delayed Bollywood sequels attempting to capitalise on nostalgia and past successes like Gadar 2 and Border 2, but not all such reboots guarantee box office triumph.

Prasanna Bisht: 'I Was Ready To Pack My Bags And Leave Mumbai'

Prasanna Bisht: 'I Was Ready To Pack My Bags And Leave Mumbai'

Rediff.com12 Aug 2026

'I was like I can't afford it. I cannot survive in Mumbai, so I will go back to the mountains.' 'But by God's grace, at that very moment, I got Adarsh Baal Vidyalaya, and Mumbai stopped me from leaving.'

Now, Get Ready For Bandhu 2.0 in Cocktail 2

Now, Get Ready For Bandhu 2.0 in Cocktail 2

Rediff.com18 Jun 2026

The popular Tum Hi Ho Bandhu from the original Cocktail gets a contemporary makeover as Bandhu 2.0 for the sequel.

'My Parents Don't Know I Went'

'My Parents Don't Know I Went'

Rediff.com27 Jul 2026

A 17 year old recounts attending the Mumbai student protests over the NEET paper leak in secret, sharing her experience of solidarity, youth activism, and why she believes collective action can bring change.

Omar's 'If Only!' spoof on Trump support for statehood sparks row

Omar's 'If Only!' spoof on Trump support for statehood sparks row

Rediff.com13 Jul 2026

Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah shared a fabricated social media post attributed to former US President Donald Trump, captioned 'If only!', to highlight his demand for the restoration of J&K's statehood, drawing significant criticism online.

When You Date A Married Man...

When You Date A Married Man...

Rediff.com22 Jul 2026

'You never get chosen,' warns rediffGURU Anu Krishna, 'because he is fighting a battle outside.' 'It leads you to keep vacillating between, 'Should I be with him or leave him?''

Sports Ministry Directs Hockey India To Probe Harassment Allegations

Sports Ministry Directs Hockey India To Probe Harassment Allegations

Rediff.com14 Jul 2026

The Sports Ministry has directed Hockey India to investigate allegations of intimidation and sexual harassment made by former India captain Asunta Lakra. Lakra accused HI general secretary Bhola Nath Singh and highlighted institutional protection for alleged misconduct, urging an independent inquiry and stronger safeguards for women athletes.

Tera Yaar Hoon Main Review: Bas Kar, Yaar!

Tera Yaar Hoon Main Review: Bas Kar, Yaar!

Rediff.com24 Jul 2026

Debutant Aman Indra Kumar simply has no screen presence or charisma, sighs Mayur Sanap.

Hisense Launches U7SE ULED Mini-LED TVs

Hisense Launches U7SE ULED Mini-LED TVs

Rediff.com4 Jun 2026

Hisense has strengthened its television range in India with the introduction of the U7SE ULED Mini-LED series. Designed to appeal to entertainment enthusiasts and gamers alike, the new line-up emphasises advanced picture quality, gaming-focused enhancements and smart TV functionality. The range is available in screen sizes spanning from 55 inches to a massive 100 inches.

'Divorced, Single, Unable To Trust Anyone'

'Divorced, Single, Unable To Trust Anyone'

Rediff.com9 Jul 2026

'Start with forgiveness,' counsels rediffGURU Archana Deshpande, an image consultant and founder of TransformMe Life Skills Coaching.

'Sach Toh Unhe Hi Bolna Padhega'

'Sach Toh Unhe Hi Bolna Padhega'

Rediff.com30 Dec 2025

'I felt they (Rohit and Kohli) had this cycle left. It could be that we don't know what actually transpired.'

India vs England ODIs: Why is Kuldeep Yadav warming the bench?

India vs England ODIs: Why is Kuldeep Yadav warming the bench?

Rediff.com14 Jul 2026

Former cricketers and experts are questioning India's decision to omit specialist spinner Kuldeep Yadav from the playing XI, suggesting the team's focus on batting depth might be compromising its wicket-taking ability.

Gen Z Protests: 'I Hope They Keep Questioning The Government'

Gen Z Protests: 'I Hope They Keep Questioning The Government'

Rediff.com26 Jul 2026

'I thought this generation was no good, will not be able to do much with all this social media etc. But then, they surprised us.'

Asus TUF Gaming A14: Price, Specs, AI Capabilities

Asus TUF Gaming A14: Price, Specs, AI Capabilities

Rediff.com29 Jun 2026

The new Asus TUF Gaming A14 laptop, featuring an AMD Ryzen AI 9 processor and Nvidia GeForce RTX 5060 GPU, is priced at Rs 1,99,990 for the FA401GM-RG038WS model.

'Paani Waali Train': 'This Is The Future Of Railway Mobility'

'Paani Waali Train': 'This Is The Future Of Railway Mobility'

Rediff.com18 Jul 2026

India has launched its first hydrogen-powered train, the 'Namo Green Rail', from Jind, Haryana, marking a significant step towards sustainable railway mobility. The 10-coach train, which emits only water vapour, is currently operating on the Jind-Sonipat route and represents a major technological advancement for the country's transport sector.

Andhra Friends Arrested After Road Rage Car Crash

Andhra Friends Arrested After Road Rage Car Crash

Rediff.com23 May 2026

Two friends in NTR District, Andhra Pradesh, were arrested for road rage after crashing their cars into each other following a dispute.

Andhra Friends Arrested After Road Rage Car Crash

Andhra Friends Arrested After Road Rage Car Crash

Rediff.com23 May 2026

Two friends in NTR District, Andhra Pradesh, were arrested for road rage after crashing their cars into each other following a dispute.

Going Back In Time With Mandakini

Going Back In Time With Mandakini

Rediff.com26 May 2026

'Singhasan ke shoot ke din aaj bhi yaad hain... Nature ke beech, colourful costumes, heavy jewellery aur uss zamane ki grand sets ki vibe hi kuch aur thi.'

Ajay Devgn's Top 10 Funniest Performances

Ajay Devgn's Top 10 Funniest Performances

Rediff.com15 Jul 2026

Deadpan humour has become Ajay Devgn's trademark. Here's a look at the roles that turned him into one of Bollywood's most unexpected comedy stars.

Macro, AI, Geopolitical Overhang to Drag Q1 Showing of IT Cos: Motilal Oswal

Macro, AI, Geopolitical Overhang to Drag Q1 Showing of IT Cos: Motilal Oswal

Rediff.com1 Jul 2026

Indian IT services firms are expected to report a soft Q1 FY27 performance due to a challenging macro environment, the impact of AI, and geopolitical uncertainties, leading to reduced discretionary spending and slower decision-making cycles, according to Motilal Oswal Financial Services.

How India Loves: Tum Hi Ho

How India Loves: Tum Hi Ho

Rediff.com13 Feb 2026

Valentine's Day may be global. But love in India is beautifully local.

Manpreet Singh India's most-capped hockey player

Manpreet Singh India's most-capped hockey player

Rediff.com18 Jun 2026

Manpreet Singh on Wednesday became India's most-capped hockey player with his 413th appearance for the country during the FIH Pro League match against Germany in Rotterdam.

Rested Or Dropped? What Next For Sanju Samson?

Rested Or Dropped? What Next For Sanju Samson?

Rediff.com7 Jul 2026

At 31, it would be too early and unwise to phase out a special talent like Sanju Samson, who despite the odd blip appears to be enjoying the best phase of his India career.

Hema Malini, Shatrughan Sinha, Govinda Say Goodbye To Pahlaj Nihalani

Hema Malini, Shatrughan Sinha, Govinda Say Goodbye To Pahlaj Nihalani

Rediff.com8 Jun 2026

Film folk attended Producer and former censor chief Pahlaj Nihalani's prayer meeting over the weekend.

Samantha Reveals Her 'Obsessive' Habit

Samantha Reveals Her 'Obsessive' Habit

Rediff.com19 Jun 2026

'I obsessively close the apps on my phone all the time.'

Sunny Deol-Ameesha Patel Celebrate 25 Years Of Gadar: Ek Prem Katha

Sunny Deol-Ameesha Patel Celebrate 25 Years Of Gadar: Ek Prem Katha

Rediff.com16 Jun 2026

Sunny Deol and Ameesha Patel reunite to celebrate 25 years of the Bollywood blockbuster Gadar: Ek Prem Katha.

Dhamaal Trailer Launch Is Fun, 4 Times Over!

Dhamaal Trailer Launch Is Fun, 4 Times Over!

Rediff.com16 Jun 2026

The Dhamaal 4 trailer was unveiled at a carnival-themed launch event at the Imagicaa Theme Park, near Mumbai, bringing together Ajay Devgn, Arshad Warsi, Jaaved Jaaferi and Ravi Kishan.

Maharashtra Authorities Destroy Illegal Sand Mining Boats In Jalna

Maharashtra Authorities Destroy Illegal Sand Mining Boats In Jalna

Rediff.com19 May 2026

Authorities in Maharashtra's Jalna district seized and destroyed four boats and extracting machines involved in illegal sand mining using gelatin sticks.

Video: Modi gifts Meloni a packet of Melody toffees

Video: Modi gifts Meloni a packet of Melody toffees

Rediff.com20 May 2026

Prime Minister Narendra Modi gifted Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni a set of 'Melody' toffees, reviving the 'Melodi' trend that went viral during the COP28 summit in Dubai in 2024. Meloni shared her appreciation on X, thanking Modi for the gift and acknowledging the internet trend.

Gurugram Liquor Trader Booked After Excise Raid

Gurugram Liquor Trader Booked After Excise Raid

Rediff.com17 May 2026

Excise department and police seized 292 bottles of foreign liquor from a flat in Gurugram and booked a liquor trader for illegal storage and suspected illegal sale.