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Gurindervir Singh Breaks 60m Record Amidst Drama at National Indoor Athletics Championships

Gurindervir Singh Breaks 60m Record Amidst Drama at National Indoor Athletics Championships

Rediff.com26 Mar 2026

Gurindervir Singh set a national record in the 60m sprint at the National Indoor Athletics Championships after Animesh Kujur's disqualification.

5,000 Crore Assets Attached in PACL Ponzi Scheme Investigation

5,000 Crore Assets Attached in PACL Ponzi Scheme Investigation

Rediff.com20 Mar 2026

The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has attached fresh properties worth over Rs 5,000 crore as part of its money laundering investigation against Chandigarh-based PACL (Pearls Group), accused of orchestrating a Rs 48,000 crore ponzi scheme.

Veteran journalist HK Dua, media advisor to 2 PMs, passes away

Veteran journalist HK Dua, media advisor to 2 PMs, passes away

Rediff.com4 Mar 2026

Eminent journalist HK Dua, who led editorial operations at three of India's leading newspapers, has died at the age of 88. He was also a nominated member of the Rajya Sabha and served as media advisor to two prime ministers.

India unveils 'Prahaar', first national counter-terror policy

India unveils 'Prahaar', first national counter-terror policy

Rediff.com23 Feb 2026

The policy unveiled by the home ministry is based on seven key pillars to counter the terror threats emanating from India or abroad -- prevention, responses, aggregating internal capacities, human rights and "Rule of Law"-based processes.

IPL 2026: 'I always believed in hard work': Hardik Pandya Reflects On His Rise

IPL 2026: 'I always believed in hard work': Hardik Pandya Reflects On His Rise

Rediff.com22 Mar 2026

India all-rounder Hardik Pandya discusses his journey from a 'pure batter' to a key player, crediting hard work and Mumbai Indians' scouting system for his success.

Dhurandhar 2: Unmasking The Real Life Figures Behind the Characters

Dhurandhar 2: Unmasking The Real Life Figures Behind the Characters

Rediff.com25 Mar 2026

Uncover the real life figures that inspired the characters in Dhurandhar The Revenge, from Pakistani politicians and notorious gangsters to infamous terrorists.

IPL 2026: Sameer Rizvi, bowlers star as DC thump LSG by 6 wkts

IPL 2026: Sameer Rizvi, bowlers star as DC thump LSG by 6 wkts

Rediff.com1 Apr 2026

Sameer Rizvi's unbeaten 70 powers Delhi Capitals to a remarkable comeback win over LSG after early collapse, sealing the chase with a 119-run stand with Tristan Stubbs.

IPL 2026: Pant's Big Test! Can LSG Deliver?

IPL 2026: Pant's Big Test! Can LSG Deliver?

Rediff.com1 Apr 2026

The Lucknow Super Giants head into IPL 2026 with a simple goal -- fix what went wrong last season.

IPL 2026 Preview, MI vs KKR: Can Mumbai Indians break 'opening match jinx' against KKR?

IPL 2026 Preview, MI vs KKR: Can Mumbai Indians break 'opening match jinx' against KKR?

Rediff.com28 Mar 2026

Mumbai Indians will begin their quest to end a five-year title drought in the Indian Premier League against a depleted Kolkata Knight Riders side.

IPL 2026: Buttler reveals how he balances IPL and England cricket

IPL 2026: Buttler reveals how he balances IPL and England cricket

Rediff.com28 Mar 2026

England's Jos Buttler discusses the challenges of balancing franchise cricket with international duties, the importance of saying 'no', and managing external pressures as a professional cricketer.

India Vs Pakistan: Punjab Kings Stirs Controversy

India Vs Pakistan: Punjab Kings Stirs Controversy

Rediff.com12 Sep 2025

Days before the high-profile match on September 14, the team posted a graphic on social media announcing India's next fixture -- deliberately omitting Pakistan's name.

IPL 2026: Ashutosh Sharma focused on optimising finisher's role

IPL 2026: Ashutosh Sharma focused on optimising finisher's role

Rediff.com19 Mar 2026

Ashutosh Sharma discusses his preparation for the upcoming IPL season, his role as a finisher for Delhi Capitals, and his approach to handling pressure.

Refreshed Buttler ready to bounce back in IPL after T20 WC struggles

Refreshed Buttler ready to bounce back in IPL after T20 WC struggles

Rediff.com19 Mar 2026

Jos Buttler, who travels to India this week to join Gujarat Titans ahead of the new Indian Premier League season, which begins on March 28, hopes to return to the England side despite a poor T20 World Cup, backing the team's leadership and targeting the India series.

More Arrests in Pakistan-Linked Espionage Case

More Arrests in Pakistan-Linked Espionage Case

Rediff.com23 Mar 2026

Indian police have apprehended three more individuals, including a juvenile and a woman, allegedly involved in a Pakistan-linked espionage racket, bringing the total number of arrests to 18. The suspects are accused of sending sensitive information to Pakistan via parcels through Dubai and WhatsApp.

Who's In Virat Kohli's All-Time RCB XI?

Who's In Virat Kohli's All-Time RCB XI?

Rediff.com16 Mar 2026

West Indian Chris Gayle was Virat Kohli's choice of opener in T20 cricket.

Enforcement Directorate Attaches 581 Crore Assets of Reliance Group Companies

Enforcement Directorate Attaches 581 Crore Assets of Reliance Group Companies

Rediff.com12 Mar 2026

The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has attached assets worth over 581 crore belonging to Reliance Home Finance Limited (RHFL) and Reliance Commercial Finance Limited (RCFL), companies of Reliance Group Chairman Anil Ambani, as part of an ongoing investigation.

T20 World Cup: Abhishek, Hardik star as India demolish Zimbabwe in must-win Super 8 clash

T20 World Cup: Abhishek, Hardik star as India demolish Zimbabwe in must-win Super 8 clash

Rediff.com26 Feb 2026

Abhishek, Hardik help India pulverise Zimbabwe by 72 runs; stay in semis race

IPL 2026: Rs 13 Crore for Livingstone: Price too high?

IPL 2026: Rs 13 Crore for Livingstone: Price too high?

Rediff.com22 Mar 2026

Former Indian cricketer Aakash Chopra has questioned the high price tag of English all-rounder Liam Livingstone in the Indian Premier League (IPL), citing his inconsistent performance over the past few years. Chopra also highlighted the opportunities for Abhishek Sharma and Ishan Kishan to shine in the upcoming IPL season.

Shaheed Diwas 2026: PM Modi Leads Tribute to Bhagat Singh, Rajguru and Sukhdev

Shaheed Diwas 2026: PM Modi Leads Tribute to Bhagat Singh, Rajguru and Sukhdev

Rediff.com23 Mar 2026

Shaheed Diwas 2026: India observes Martyrs' Day on March 23, marking 95 years since Bhagat Singh, Rajguru and Sukhdev were hanged by the British in 1931. PM Modi leads tributes. History, significance, quotes and how the nation is remembering the martyrs today.

Ashwin questions KKR's bowling depth ahead of IPL 2026

Ashwin questions KKR's bowling depth ahead of IPL 2026

Rediff.com21 Mar 2026

Former India spinner Ravichandran Ashwin has raised concerns over the bowling strength of Kolkata Knight Riders, saying opposition teams may no longer feel threatened by their attack.

When Ricky Ponting Played A Prank On Hardik Pandya

When Ricky Ponting Played A Prank On Hardik Pandya

Rediff.com17 Mar 2026

Hardik Pandya recalled how Ricky Ponting pranked him during his debut IPL season with Mumbai Indians in 2015 by joking about prize money after post-match awards.

T20 World Cup: Super Eights: Is Dube India's X-Factor?

T20 World Cup: Super Eights: Is Dube India's X-Factor?

Rediff.com20 Feb 2026

Shivam Dube: 'I worked really hard, but there is something called support that is given by Surya and Gautam. They have given me a free hand. So I go and hit because they trust me a lot.'

70 pc of Punjab Congress, 90 pc of AICC with me: Sidhu's wife

70 pc of Punjab Congress, 90 pc of AICC with me: Sidhu's wife

Rediff.com9 Dec 2025

Navjot Kaur Sidhu claims support within the Congress party after being suspended for her controversial remarks. She also accuses Sukhjinder Singh Randhawa of corruption and links to smugglers.

If Iran, Why Not Pakistan, Mr Trump?

If Iran, Why Not Pakistan, Mr Trump?

Rediff.com18 Mar 2026

If the Iranian regime needs to be punished for promoting quasi-terrorist outfits like Hezbollah and Hamas, then what about Pakistan which has spent decades exporting terror around the world, killing thousands, particularly in Afghanistan and India? asks M R Narayan Swamy.

T20 World Cup: Team India Confident Abhishek Sharma Will Bounce Back

T20 World Cup: Team India Confident Abhishek Sharma Will Bounce Back

Rediff.com17 Feb 2026

India's batting coach Sitanshu Kotak supports Abhishek Sharma after recent failures in the T20 World Cup, emphasizing the importance of avoiding overanalysis and trusting the player's plans.

ED Intensifies Probe, Attaches 581 Crore in Reliance Group Assets

ED Intensifies Probe, Attaches 581 Crore in Reliance Group Assets

Rediff.com12 Mar 2026

The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has attached fresh assets worth over 581 crore belonging to Reliance Group companies, RHFL and RCFL, as part of its ongoing money laundering investigation.

IPL 2026: Samson, Young Guns Drive CSK's Rebuild

IPL 2026: Samson, Young Guns Drive CSK's Rebuild

Rediff.com30 Mar 2026

Chennai Super Kings head into IPL 2026 with a young squad, new signings like Sanju Samson and a focus on rebuilding as Mahendra Singh Dhoni's era nears its final chapter.

IPL schedule suspense to end soon

IPL schedule suspense to end soon

Rediff.com10 Mar 2026

Board of Control for Cricket in India secretary Devajit Saikia said the first 20-day schedule of the Indian Premier League 2026 season will be announced in two to three days, with the tournament set to begin on March 28.

IPL 2026: RCB's Patidar will have to deal with higher expectations this year, says Kumble

IPL 2026: RCB's Patidar will have to deal with higher expectations this year, says Kumble

Rediff.com12 Mar 2026

Defending champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru will begin the 2026 season of the Indian Premier League aiming to retain the title, but former India captain Anil Kumble believes the task will be easier said than done.

Baljeet Kaur Confident Ahead of FIH World Cup Qualifiers

Baljeet Kaur Confident Ahead of FIH World Cup Qualifiers

Rediff.com4 Mar 2026

Indian midfielder Baljeet Kaur expresses confidence in the women's hockey team's chances at the FIH World Cup 2026 Qualifiers, highlighting the team's youth and speed as key assets.

Centre says no final call on Chandigarh proposal amid Punjab uproar

Centre says no final call on Chandigarh proposal amid Punjab uproar

Rediff.com23 Nov 2025

The Centre's move on Chandigarh has raised the hackles of various parties in Punjab, with Aam Aadmi Party national convener Arvind Kejriwal terming it as a "direct attack" on Punjab's identity and constitutional rights.

Fantastic 4 Who Have Played Every IPL

Fantastic 4 Who Have Played Every IPL

Rediff.com26 Mar 2026

Since the inaugural edition of IPL in 2008, only four cricketers have played a match in all 18 IPL seasons.

Indian Leaders Urge PM Modi to Evacuate Citizens Amid Iran Conflict

Indian Leaders Urge PM Modi to Evacuate Citizens Amid Iran Conflict

Rediff.com1 Mar 2026

Shiromani Akali Dal president Sukhbir Singh Badal and Punjab Vidhan Sabha Speaker Kultar Singh Sandhwan have appealed to Prime Minister Narendra Modi to take urgent steps for the evacuation of Indian citizens stuck in countries affected by the recent joint Israel-US attack on Iran.

IPL 2026 to open with RCB vs SRH in Bengaluru on March 28

IPL 2026 to open with RCB vs SRH in Bengaluru on March 28

Rediff.com11 Mar 2026

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) today announced the schedule for the first phase of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026, to be played from March 28 to April 12, 2026.

India Are Favourites But Any Team Could Win World Cup

India Are Favourites But Any Team Could Win World Cup

Rediff.com7 Feb 2026

This is the most open T20 World Cup in history. The traditional powers are compromised. The new powers have gained strength, observes Faisal Shariff.

Ethiopians Dominate Chandigarh International Marathon

Ethiopians Dominate Chandigarh International Marathon

Rediff.com1 Mar 2026

Ethiopia's Olbana Negasa Yadate and Meskerem Tesfaye Fikadu won the full marathon at the Chandigarh International Marathon, while other athletes triumphed in half marathon and 10k races.

F1: Who is Arvid Lindblad?

F1: Who is Arvid Lindblad?

Rediff.com3 Mar 2026

Meet the Indian-origin driver to race at Formula One this season.

Two Punjab men shot dead in Canada; mistaken identity suspected

Two Punjab men shot dead in Canada; mistaken identity suspected

Rediff.com15 Dec 2025

Two men from Punjab, India, were shot and killed in Edmonton, Canada. The victims have been identified as Gurdeep Singh and Ranvir Singh. Family suspects mistaken identity.

Man Nabbed with Smuggled Cigarettes in Delhi

Man Nabbed with Smuggled Cigarettes in Delhi

Rediff.com26 Feb 2026

A 51-year-old man was arrested in Delhi's Kashmere Gate area for possessing illegal imported cigarettes worth approximately Rs 40 lakh. The accused, identified as Sanjay Aggarwal, was found with three lakh sticks of imported cigarettes that lacked mandatory health warnings.

Farmer groups slam India-US trade deal, call nationwide strike on Feb 12

Farmer groups slam India-US trade deal, call nationwide strike on Feb 12

Rediff.com8 Feb 2026

Several farmer organisations in India are protesting the proposed India-US trade deal, expressing concerns about its impact on the agriculture sector and demanding the resignation of the Commerce Minister.