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Shabnim Ismail Returns To South Africa Squad For T20 World Cup

Shabnim Ismail Returns To South Africa Squad For T20 World Cup

Rediff.com21 hours ago

South African pacer Shabnim Ismail reverses her international retirement to join the squad for the Women's T20 World Cup 2026 in the UK, bringing valuable experience to the team.

'Same feeling in India': Cong leader's remarks on Trump event shooting sparks row

'Same feeling in India': Cong leader's remarks on Trump event shooting sparks row

Rediff.com27 Apr 2026

A controversy has erupted over remarks made by Maharashtra MLA Vijay Wadettiwar regarding the shooting incident at an event attended by former US President Donald Trump. The BJP has demanded a condemnation from Congress leader Rahul Gandhi, alleging that Wadettiwar justified the incident and is hoping for a similar attack on Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

India summons Iranian envoy after Hormuz firing incident

India summons Iranian envoy after Hormuz firing incident

Rediff.com18 Apr 2026

India summoned the Iranian envoy after two Indian vessels had to reverse course in the Strait of Hormuz following an incident of firing by Iran's Revolutionary Guards.

Why India Is Now A High-Risk Doping Nation

Why India Is Now A High-Risk Doping Nation

Rediff.com20 Apr 2026

India has been designated as a country with an 'extremely high' risk of doping by World Athletics, leading to more stringent anti-doping measures for Indian athletes.

Maharashtra ATS Raids Multiple Locations Over Gangster Links

Maharashtra ATS Raids Multiple Locations Over Gangster Links

Rediff.com46 minutes ago

The Maharashtra Anti-Terrorist Squad (ATS) conducted raids at over 40 locations across the state, including Mumbai, targeting individuals allegedly linked to a Pakistan-based gangster.

Satwiksairaj-Chirag Shetty Advance At Thailand Open

Satwiksairaj-Chirag Shetty Advance At Thailand Open

Rediff.com20 hours ago

Top seeds Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty overcame a tough challenge to defeat Indonesia's Muh Putra Erwiansyah and Bagas Maulana in the first round of the Thailand Open Super 500 tournament.

How Air India Is Modernising Its Long-Haul Fleet

How Air India Is Modernising Its Long-Haul Fleet

Rediff.com19 Apr 2026

Air India is upgrading its fleet of Boeing 787-8 aircraft, crucial for its long-haul operations, with retrofitting expected to be completed by early 2028. The airline has already received its first retrofitted plane, featuring a three-class configuration.

Satwiksairaj-Chirag Shetty Survive Scare At Thailand Open

Satwiksairaj-Chirag Shetty Survive Scare At Thailand Open

Rediff.com16 hours ago

Top seeds Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty overcame a tough challenge to defeat their Indonesian opponents in the first round of the Thailand Open Super 500 tournament.

How India Secured More Golds At The ISSF Junior World Cup

How India Secured More Golds At The ISSF Junior World Cup

Rediff.com23 Apr 2026

India continued its impressive performance at the ISSF Junior World Cup, with Prachi Gaikwad winning gold in the women's 50m rifle 3-positions, and Vanshika Chaudhary and Sejal Kamble securing gold and silver respectively in the women's 10m air pistol final. Naraen Pranav also added a bronze in the men's 10m air rifle.

India U-17 Football Team To Face Qatar In Friendlies

India U-17 Football Team To Face Qatar In Friendlies

Rediff.com20 Apr 2026

The Indian U17 men's football team is set to play two friendly matches against Qatar in Doha as part of their preparations for the AFC U17 Asian Cup Saudi Arabia 2026.

'We Need Petrol More Than Gold Right Now'

'We Need Petrol More Than Gold Right Now'

Rediff.com1 days ago

'What exactly is on the prime minister's mind, we do not know. But it feels like the government wants the country to be prepared for unseen challenges ahead.'

Deepti Sharma's all-round show steers India to victory in 4th T20I vs South Africa

Deepti Sharma's all-round show steers India to victory in 4th T20I vs South Africa

Rediff.com26 Apr 2026

Deepti Sharma's stellar all-round performance, including a maiden five-wicket haul, led India to a 14-run victory over South Africa in the fourth women's T20I. Despite South Africa already securing the series, Deepti's contributions with both bat and ball proved decisive.

Deepti Sharma's lean patch a concern for India, admits coach Muzumdar

Deepti Sharma's lean patch a concern for India, admits coach Muzumdar

Rediff.com24 Apr 2026

Indian women's team head coach Amol Muzumdar has expressed concern over Deepti Sharma's recent form, acknowledging her lean patch but backing her to make a comeback.

Veer Chotrani Bows Out Of Squash World Championships

Veer Chotrani Bows Out Of Squash World Championships

Rediff.com2 days ago

India's Veer Chotrani was defeated by Egypt's Mostafa Asal in the second round of the World Squash Championships, ending India's participation in the tournament.

DME Blending: A Path To Reducing India's LPG Dependence

DME Blending: A Path To Reducing India's LPG Dependence

Rediff.com19 Apr 2026

A new report suggests that blending 20 per cent dimethyl ether (DME) with LPG could significantly reduce India's LPG imports, leading to substantial savings in foreign exchange.

IPL 2026: Vintage Bhuvi Sparks India Selection Talk

IPL 2026: Vintage Bhuvi Sparks India Selection Talk

Rediff.com18 Apr 2026

Mohammed Kaif backs Bhuvneshwar Kumar for an India comeback after a vintage spell for RCB, saying the veteran pacer still has the swing and control to trouble top batsmen.

India's Forex Reserves Surge Past $700 Billion

India's Forex Reserves Surge Past $700 Billion

Rediff.com17 Apr 2026

India's foreign exchange reserves have surged by $3.825 billion to reach $700.946 billion as of April 10, marking a significant milestone for the country's financial stability.

Rahul Gandhi voices dissent over CBI director selection process

Rahul Gandhi voices dissent over CBI director selection process

Rediff.com13 hours ago

Rahul Gandhi, Leader of Opposition in Lok Sabha, has strongly dissented on the selection process for the next CBI director, alleging bias and lack of transparency in the government's approach.

Indian Women's Archery Team Wins Gold At World Cup

Indian Women's Archery Team Wins Gold At World Cup

Rediff.com3 days ago

The Indian women's recurve team, consisting of Deepika Kumari, Ankita Bhakat, and Kumkum Mohod, secured a dramatic shoot-off victory against China to win the gold medal at the Archery World Cup Stage 2 in Shanghai.

Sonakshi Sinha, Jyotika's System Trailer Out: Glimpse Into Justice And Inequality

Sonakshi Sinha, Jyotika's System Trailer Out: Glimpse Into Justice And Inequality

Rediff.com18 hours ago

The trailer for System, a compelling courtroom drama starring Sonakshi Sinha and Jyotika, directed by Ashwiny Iyer Tiwari, has been unveiled, promising an intense exploration of justice, privilege, and inequality in modern society.

Boxing Federation Agrees To Rework Selection Criteria After SAI Intervention

Boxing Federation Agrees To Rework Selection Criteria After SAI Intervention

Rediff.com1 days ago

The Boxing Federation of India (BFI) has agreed to rework its selection criteria after talks with the Sports Authority of India (SAI) following the suspension of an assessment camp due to alleged irregularities. The decision comes after concerns were raised about transparency and fair play in the selection process for the Commonwealth and Asian Games.

IMD Launches AI Monsoon Forecast Model

IMD Launches AI Monsoon Forecast Model

Rediff.com1 hour ago

'This system will be of immense help in agricultural planning, disaster management and water resources management.'

Indian U17 Women One Win Away From World Cup Spot

Indian U17 Women One Win Away From World Cup Spot

Rediff.com2 days ago

The Indian U17 women's team is set to play China in the quarter-finals of the AFC U17 Women's Asian Cup, with a spot in the 2026 FIFA U17 Women's World Cup at stake.

WADA To Evaluate India's Dope Testing Lab

WADA To Evaluate India's Dope Testing Lab

Rediff.com16 Apr 2026

The World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) will assess the performance of India's National Dope Testing Laboratory (NDTL) in the coming months, a process described as routine by the National Anti-Doping Agency (NADA). WADA President Witold Banka expressed satisfaction with the facility after a recent visit, while India is also in the running to host the next WADA Global Education Conference.

Avoid destination weddings, prefer online classes: Modi continues austerity push

Avoid destination weddings, prefer online classes: Modi continues austerity push

Rediff.com1 days ago

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has appealed to citizens to adopt austerity measures, including avoiding destination weddings abroad and reducing edible oil consumption, to mitigate the impact of the West Asia crisis on India's economy.

India examines Bangladesh plea to extradite Sheikh Hasina

India examines Bangladesh plea to extradite Sheikh Hasina

Rediff.com17 Apr 2026

India has acknowledged that it is currently reviewing the Bangladesh government's request for the extradition of former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, as part of ongoing judicial and legal processes.

Four of top valued firms lose Rs 1 lakh crore in market cap; SBI biggest laggard

Four of top valued firms lose Rs 1 lakh crore in market cap; SBI biggest laggard

Rediff.com2 days ago

The combined market valuation of four of India's top-10 most valued firms, including State Bank of India, Bharti Airtel, Tata Consultancy Services, and Larsen & Toubro, eroded by Rs 1 lakh crore last week amidst a volatile and range-bound equity market.

'Every Political Party Will Be BJP-ised'

'Every Political Party Will Be BJP-ised'

Rediff.com1 days ago

'Look at the way SIR that was implemented in Bengal. They wanted to entirely curate the voter list in order to suit their purposes and victory.' 'Look at the targeted deletions and the targeted voting list.' 'The difference between the TMC and the BJP was only about 4% but that 4% vote was done so selectively that the difference ultimately showed up as 100 seats!'

Priyanka Chopra, Jaideep Ahlawat In Mira Nair's Amrita Sher-Gil Film

Priyanka Chopra, Jaideep Ahlawat In Mira Nair's Amrita Sher-Gil Film

Rediff.com23 hours ago

Mira Nair is bringing Amrita Sher-Gil's life and art to the big screen in her new film Amri.

Dravid believes ETPL can help Europe challenge cricket's elite

Dravid believes ETPL can help Europe challenge cricket's elite

Rediff.com13 hours ago

Rahul Dravid said the European T20 Premier League offers an 'exciting opportunity' to grow cricket in Europe after becoming owner of the Dublin Guardians franchise.

Soaring LPG Costs May Force Restaurant To Hike Prices

Soaring LPG Costs May Force Restaurant To Hike Prices

Rediff.com3 hours ago

'If 5% of the total revenue was spent on LPG (pre-war), it is now expected to double. The overall food cost in restaurants is expected to rise by 4-6%.'

Manish Malhotra Wants To Dress Meryl Streep, Madonna For Met Gala 2027

Manish Malhotra Wants To Dress Meryl Streep, Madonna For Met Gala 2027

Rediff.com2 days ago

'What's next for me would be global expansion, which is challenging and exciting.'

Nine Indian Boxers Reach Finals At Asian U-15 Championships

Nine Indian Boxers Reach Finals At Asian U-15 Championships

Rediff.com3 days ago

India's U-15 girls delivered commanding performances in the semifinals at the Asian Boxing U15 and U17 Championships, with nine boxers advancing to the finals across weight categories.

Doping Concerns Mount as India Placed in Top Risk Tier by AIU

Doping Concerns Mount as India Placed in Top Risk Tier by AIU

Rediff.com20 Apr 2026

WADA president Witold Banka, who was in India last week, called the easy availability of performance-enhancing drugs in the country a "serious problem", and met senior officials of India's federal police seeking help to disrupt supply chains.

No cash, crypto payments to Iran for Hormuz passage: India

No cash, crypto payments to Iran for Hormuz passage: India

Rediff.com22 Apr 2026

India has denied making any payments to Iran to secure safe passage for its vessels through the Strait of Hormuz, following reports that Indian vessels were fired upon in the region.

Moody's cuts India's FY27 growth forecast to 6% amid West Asia conflict

Moody's cuts India's FY27 growth forecast to 6% amid West Asia conflict

Rediff.com22 Apr 2026

Moody's Ratings has downgraded India's growth forecast for financial year 2026-27 (FY27) to 6 per cent from 6.8 per cent, attributing the revision to weaker consumption and industrial activity, elevated energy prices, and rising input costs stemming from the West Asia conflict.

Indian Weightlifters Aim High At Asian Championships

Indian Weightlifters Aim High At Asian Championships

Rediff.com2 days ago

Indian weightlifters are set to compete in the Asian Championships, aiming to leverage home advantage and gain momentum for the upcoming Commonwealth and Asian Games.

How Sahil Jadhav Clinched Bronze At Archery World Cup

How Sahil Jadhav Clinched Bronze At Archery World Cup

Rediff.com3 days ago

Sahil Jadhav, the reigning World University Games champion, secured his first Archery World Cup medal, a bronze in the compound men's event at Stage 2 in Shanghai, defeating Denmark's Martin Damsbo.

Modi's Fuel Call: Indians Changing Driving Habits

Modi's Fuel Call: Indians Changing Driving Habits

Rediff.com1 days ago

As Prime Minister Narendra Modi urges Indians to travel less, rising fuel prices are already changing driving habits.

Conrad Sangma Calls For Action After Northeast Woman Assaulted In Delhi

Conrad Sangma Calls For Action After Northeast Woman Assaulted In Delhi

Rediff.com22 hours ago

Meghalaya Chief Minister Conrad K Sangma has expressed his concern over the alleged assault of a woman from the Northeast in Delhi and called for stringent legal action against the accused.