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From Kerala's paddy fields to WPL: Sajana's incredible journey

From Kerala's paddy fields to WPL: Sajana's incredible journey

Rediff.com24 Feb 2024

Sajana stamped her mark in her WPL debut itself, smoking off-spinner Alice Capsey for that match-winning six over long-on.

SA20 head Smith eager to learn from IPL's success

SA20 head Smith eager to learn from IPL's success

Rediff.com7 Feb 2025

Smith couldn't hide his emotions while recalling their work in the early days that paved the way for the entry of six IPL franchises in the league.

SA's hopes dashed by Indian fireworks in Durban

SA's hopes dashed by Indian fireworks in Durban

Rediff.com9 Nov 2024

South Africa captain Aiden Markram didn't turn away from lavishing praise on India's Sanju Samson for his sheer class on display during the opening T20I in Durban.

Watch Out For Maaya Rajeshwaran In Tennis!

Watch Out For Maaya Rajeshwaran In Tennis!

Rediff.com8 Feb 2025

Maaya's greatest strengths is her fearlessness.' 'Regardless of her opponent, she never backs down.' 'Even when she was eight years old, she fought for every point, never giving up.'

India's hockey heroes aim for a hat-trick of continental dominance!

India's hockey heroes aim for a hat-trick of continental dominance!

Rediff.com7 Sep 2024

After bagging back-to-back Olympic bronze medals, India will start as favourites to defend their ACT title against top hockey playing nations of Asia in the form of China, Japan, Pakistan, Korea and Malaysia.

SEE: Ashwin's Fun Side

SEE: Ashwin's Fun Side

Rediff.com19 Dec 2024

Ashwin was seen taking bowling lessons of the support staff in an indoor net facility.

Martin Guptill retires from international cricket

Martin Guptill retires from international cricket

Rediff.com8 Jan 2025

New Zealand batter Martin Guptill announced his retirement from international cricket, though the 38-year-old will continue to play in T20 leagues around the world.

'I Got A Lot Of Comments Like 'Second-Hand', 'Used''

'I Got A Lot Of Comments Like 'Second-Hand', 'Used''

Rediff.com26 Nov 2024

'Things haven't been a fairy tale but that does not mean that I sit in a corner cry about it and never ever have the courage to live again.'

Gukesh vs Carlsen: The battle of chess titans looms...

Gukesh vs Carlsen: The battle of chess titans looms...

Rediff.com16 Dec 2024

The youngest-ever world champion, Gukesh Dommaraju will take on Magnus Carlsen, the world's highest-rated player, in a highly-anticipated contest at next year's Norway Chess.

'Two games to go, lot of entertainment...': SKY

'Two games to go, lot of entertainment...': SKY

Rediff.com11 Nov 2024

Suryakumar Yadav lavished praise on spinner Varun Chakravarthy for his magical figures of 5 for 17 during their three-wicket loss to South Africa in the second T20I in Gqeberha

Morkel urges batting revival with series on the line for India

Morkel urges batting revival with series on the line for India

Rediff.com25 Oct 2024

The batters' constant failure in making runs in the first innings is costing the team dear, admitted bowling coach Morne Morkel even as India are in danger of losing the first Test series at home since 2012-13.

Why The South Is Worried About Delimitation

Why The South Is Worried About Delimitation

Rediff.com28 Feb 2025

'Peninsular Indians could ask 'Why should we contribute half of India's tax revenues if we account for only a quarter of the seats in the Lok Sabha?'.' 'The rest of the country seems likely to counter that 'democracy means one vote per person irrespective of where that person resides in India'.' 'With no easy answers to this thorny debate, the south's economic ascendancy could end up creating a Hobson's choice.' A revealing excerpt from Nandita Rajhansa and Saurabh Mukherjea's book, Behold the Leviathan: The Unusual Rise of Modern India.

'What has Ponting got to do with Indian cricket?': Gambhir

'What has Ponting got to do with Indian cricket?': Gambhir

Rediff.com11 Nov 2024

Head coach Gautam Gambhir put up a stout defence of under-pressure skipper Rohit Sharma and star batter Virat Kohli ahead of tour of Australia.

Our ties shouldn't be transactional, says outgoing US envoy

Our ties shouldn't be transactional, says outgoing US envoy

Rediff.com20 Jan 2025

Richard Verma, the highest-ranking Indian-American official in the State Department, has expressed optimism about the future of US-India ties and emphasized the need to base the relationship on shared values rather than mere transactional dealings. Verma, who previously served as America's Ambassador to India, stressed the importance of the Quad in defending the international order, highlighting its shared commitment to a free and open Indo-Pacific.

PIX: Team India swap nets for safari in Harare

PIX: Team India swap nets for safari in Harare

Rediff.com9 Jul 2024

Refreshed and re-energised, the team is surely geared up for the all-important third T20I scheduled for Wednesday.

Rohit Bal, India's czar of high fashion, dies at 63

Rohit Bal, India's czar of high fashion, dies at 63

Rediff.com2 Nov 2024

Designer Rohit Bal, a pioneer who helped put Indian fashion on the global map and dressed celebrities at home, Hollywood and elsewhere, died on Friday night at a south Delhi hospital following a heart attack. He was 63.

They are a wall: Top players fear Satwik-Chirag

They are a wall: Top players fear Satwik-Chirag

Rediff.com16 Jan 2025

Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty, the Indian men's doubles badminton pair, have gained recognition for their speed, power, and height, earning praise from top international opponents.

'The Sacred Dip Gave Us A Deep Sense Of Peace'

'The Sacred Dip Gave Us A Deep Sense Of Peace'

Rediff.com27 Feb 2025

The rhythmic sound of the oars hitting the water and the sight of countless pilgrims chanting along the riverbanks created an unforgettable atmosphere, says Varalaxmi Sompuri.

'Gukesh Has Nerves Of Steel'

'Gukesh Has Nerves Of Steel'

Rediff.com13 Dec 2024

'Gukesh displayed incredible fighting spirit, outstanding mental toughness, insane self-confidence, all qualities of a champion, and he just turned 18 at the end of May.'

Don't write off champions: Hussey backs Kohli, Rohit

Don't write off champions: Hussey backs Kohli, Rohit

Rediff.com11 Nov 2024

Michael Hussey backed star India batters Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli and said that one cannot write off champion players like them.

Kutch: Where Wondrous Craft Tells A Story

Kutch: Where Wondrous Craft Tells A Story

Rediff.com3 Apr 2025

While the craft of Kutch can be found in many cities, there is nothing quite like wandering into the very homes where it originates and watch it all being created in real time.

Moments From Ashwin's Exceptional Journey

Moments From Ashwin's Exceptional Journey

Rediff.com18 Dec 2024

Ashwin's legacy, marked by his intellect and dominance on the field, will resonate for years to come.

Top-scorer Deepika grateful to forwards

Top-scorer Deepika grateful to forwards

Rediff.com16 Dec 2024

Goalkeeper Nidhi stole the spotlight in the final, with three clutch saves in the shootout against Lihang Wang, Jingyi Li, and Dandan Zuo, helping her side prevail over the Chinese.

'Let's play with fire....': Ishan Kishan joins SRH

'Let's play with fire....': Ishan Kishan joins SRH

Rediff.com25 Nov 2024

Ishan Kishan, one of India's most explosive wicket-keeper batters, has found a new home in the Indian Premier League.

All recognised tribes should live together: Manipur CM

All recognised tribes should live together: Manipur CM

Rediff.com21 Jan 2025

Manipur Chief Minister N Biren Singh has called for dialogue to resolve all misunderstandings in the state and stressed the importance of all recognised tribes living together. He made the appeal at the 53rd Statehood Day celebrations, urging everyone to focus on building a prosperous Manipur. Singh also highlighted the state government's efforts in combating drug abuse, noting that over Rs 70,000 to 80,000 crore worth of illegal drugs have been destroyed in the past few years.

National Games: Jonathan, 15, stuns Sarabjot to win 10m pistol gold

National Games: Jonathan, 15, stuns Sarabjot to win 10m pistol gold

Rediff.com3 Feb 2025

15-year-old Jonathan Antony stunned Paris Olympics bronze medalist Sarabjot Singh and national record holder Saurabh Chaudhary to win the 10m air pistol gold at the National Games.

Starc's Stunning Pink Ball Record

Starc's Stunning Pink Ball Record

Rediff.com6 Dec 2024

In his 13th pink ball Test since 2015, the 34-year-old Australian pacer has taken 72 wickets at an average of 17.

I'm World Champion, but Magnus is the best: D Gukesh

I'm World Champion, but Magnus is the best: D Gukesh

Rediff.com12 Dec 2024

D Gukesh reflects on his historic world chess championship victory

Big development coming in from ICC ahead of Champions Trophy...

Big development coming in from ICC ahead of Champions Trophy...

Rediff.com28 Jan 2025

The ICC Board will now begin the process to identify Allardice's successor.

'Announcing I'm Married May Be Professional Suicide'

'Announcing I'm Married May Be Professional Suicide'

Rediff.com4 Dec 2024

'Even actresses who are mothers play leading roles. There's also been a dramatic shift in the kinds of roles available to women. It's no longer limited to being the heroine, the heroine's mother, aunty or vamp.'

Jasprit Bumrah's Ball of the Century?

Jasprit Bumrah's Ball of the Century?

Rediff.com25 Nov 2024

'It's as if he's the genie of Indian cricket, fulfilling every wish with perfect precision.'

'Gambhir, Morkel Must Help Rohit'

'Gambhir, Morkel Must Help Rohit'

Rediff.com10 Dec 2024

'Gautam Gambhir and Morne Morkel will need to provide Rohit with more inputs like whether to bowl bouncers or bowl round the wicket or whether we are allowing the game to drift.'

Rishabh Pant nominated for Laureus World Sports Awards

Rishabh Pant nominated for Laureus World Sports Awards

Rediff.com3 Mar 2025

Rishabh Pant has been nominated for the prestigious Laureus World Comeback of the Year Award.

Rishabh Pant has taken to Tests like a duck to water: Dravid

Rishabh Pant has taken to Tests like a duck to water: Dravid

Rediff.com4 Dec 2024

The void left by Mahendra Singh Dhoni's retirement in Indian cricket was quickly filled by Rishabh Pant, said batting great Rahul Dravid.

What A Grand Way To Celebrate Kohli, 36!

What A Grand Way To Celebrate Kohli, 36!

Rediff.com5 Nov 2024

Renowned sand artist Sudarsan Pattnaik created a 5 foot high sculpture of Virat Kohli using around four tons of sand.

SC uploads probe report, with photos, video of 'cash recovery' at judge home

SC uploads probe report, with photos, video of 'cash recovery' at judge home

Rediff.com23 Mar 2025

The Supreme Court of India has released an inquiry report into the alleged discovery of a large amount of cash at the residence of Delhi High Court judge Yashwant Varma. The report, which includes photos and videos, was uploaded on the court's website. Chief Justice of India Sanjiv Khanna has formed an in-house committee to investigate the matter and has asked the Delhi High Court Chief Justice to not assign any judicial work to Justice Varma. Justice Varma has denied the allegations, claiming they are part of a conspiracy to frame him. The inquiry report, submitted by the Delhi High Court Chief Justice, has been made public and calls for a deeper probe into the incident. The incident has raised concerns about judicial accountability and has prompted the Congress party to call for strong measures to uphold public trust in the judiciary.

Special Thanks to Dravid: PM's heartfelt call to Team India

Special Thanks to Dravid: PM's heartfelt call to Team India

Rediff.com30 Jun 2024

PM Modi congratulated Rohit Sharma for his "splendid captaincy" and praised Virat Kohli for his performance in the final match.

Modi Meets Chess Champ Gukesh

Modi Meets Chess Champ Gukesh

Rediff.com28 Dec 2024

The Prime Minister shared highlights of their interaction on his social media, praising Gukesh's determination, dedication, and humility.

'The Largest Peaceful Gathering Of Pilgrims'

'The Largest Peaceful Gathering Of Pilgrims'

Rediff.com11 Feb 2025

Through history, the Mela has held different meanings for ascetics, the colonised, colonisers, and tourists, but all have been moved by its grandeur points out Atanu Biswas.

How Australia's plans were altered on Day 4

How Australia's plans were altered on Day 4

Rediff.com29 Dec 2024

'...there was a time there where it could have been 250 or 270 (run lead) or maybe even less there for a bit.'