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Afghanistan secure 2027 World Cup spot, West Indies to play qualifiers

Afghanistan secure 2027 World Cup spot, West Indies to play qualifiers

Rediff.com11 Aug 2026

Afghanistan has secured automatic qualification for the 2027 Cricket World Cup after defeating Ireland, while the West Indies, ranked 10th, will once again have to navigate qualifiers for the third consecutive edition of the tournament.

Faster than Don Bradman: Virat Kohli's Record-Breaking 18 Years For India

Faster than Don Bradman: Virat Kohli's Record-Breaking 18 Years For India

Rediff.com7 days ago

Virat Kohli, who debuted 18 years ago, has amassed over 28,000 international runs and 85 centuries, establishing himself as one of cricket's all-time greats with numerous unmatched records across all formats.

Jamshedpur FC Players' Emotional Appeal To Tata Group To Reconsider Club Closure

Jamshedpur FC Players' Emotional Appeal To Tata Group To Reconsider Club Closure

Rediff.com2 Aug 2026

Jamshedpur FC players have released an emotional video appealing to owners Tata Group to reverse their decision to shut down the Indian Super League club.

Manas Dhamne gets maiden Davis Cup call-up for South Korea tie

Manas Dhamne gets maiden Davis Cup call-up for South Korea tie

Rediff.com10 Aug 2026

Manas Dhamne has received his first call-up to India's main Davis Cup squad for the Qualifiers Round 2 tie against South Korea in Seoul on September 18-19, joining a core team that recently secured a historic win over the Netherlands.

New Delhi Assures World-Class Badminton Championships After India Open Criticism

New Delhi Assures World-Class Badminton Championships After India Open Criticism

Rediff.com4 Aug 2026

New Delhi organisers are confident of delivering a 'world-class spectacle' for the upcoming Badminton World Championships, having addressed previous concerns regarding venue cleanliness, air quality, and animal control that marred the India Open earlier this year.

Keshav Maharaj sees a 'real gem' in Manav Suthar after dream start to Test career

Keshav Maharaj sees a 'real gem' in Manav Suthar after dream start to Test career

Rediff.com3 days ago

Keshav Maharaj hails Manav Suthar as a rare left-arm spin talent, praising his control and variations while backing him to carry India's Test spin legacy.

India's young guns ready for BWF World Championships

India's young guns ready for BWF World Championships

Rediff.com7 Aug 2026

Ayush Shetty, Unnati Hooda, Simran Singhi, and Kavipriya Selvam are set to make their BWF World Championships debut as India hosts the prestigious badminton event after 17 years, offering a significant platform for these rising stars.

High-Powered Committee to Drive Banking Reforms for Viksit Bharat, Says FM Sitharaman

High-Powered Committee to Drive Banking Reforms for Viksit Bharat, Says FM Sitharaman

Rediff.com18 Aug 2026

Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman announced the government's plan to establish a high-powered committee to examine reforms for the banking sector, aligning it with the vision of a 'Viksit Bharat' (Developed India) and India's next phase of growth.

Treesa Jolly celebrates historic Worlds medal, says home-soil bronze feels extra special

Treesa Jolly celebrates historic Worlds medal, says home-soil bronze feels extra special

Rediff.com2 days ago

Treesa Jolly called her World Championships bronze with Gayatri Gopichand a dream come true, made more special by ending India's 15-year medal wait on home soil.

'We Can Beat Any Team': India Men Confident Of Ending 51-Year Jinx At Hockey World Cup

'We Can Beat Any Team': India Men Confident Of Ending 51-Year Jinx At Hockey World Cup

Rediff.com25 Jul 2026

Indian men's hockey team chief coach Craig Fulton is focused on ending the 51-year World Cup medal drought, aiming for consistency and a strong performance at the upcoming tournament in the Netherlands and Belgium.

Internal Strife Rocks Hockey India Amidst Jersey Controversy

Internal Strife Rocks Hockey India Amidst Jersey Controversy

Rediff.com4 Aug 2026

The controversy within Hockey India regarding the change in the Indian teams' jersey colour has intensified. President Dilip Tirkey's deadline for Executive Director Commander RK Srivastava to submit documents explaining the decision was missed, leading to the Secretary General requesting an emergency Executive Board meeting. This issue, along with unaddressed harassment complaints, highlights significant internal strife within the organisation.

Ambanis Worth Rs 25.8 Trillion!

Ambanis Worth Rs 25.8 Trillion!

Rediff.com12 Aug 2026

India's 10 most valuable families had a combined valuation of Rs 70.5 trillion.

India's Top 100 Brands Hit $253 Billion

India's Top 100 Brands Hit $253 Billion

Rediff.com15 Jul 2026

LIC is the only brand in the Brand Finance India 100 2026 report that has a top five rank in both brand value and brand strength.

NEET Topper Panshul Bansal: 'Why Protest When You Can Study?'

NEET Topper Panshul Bansal: 'Why Protest When You Can Study?'

Rediff.com22 Jul 2026

Panshul Bansal, who secured All India Rank 2 in the NEET-UG 2026 re-examination, advised protesting students to 'Don't protest. Go, study,' stating he focused on improving his performance after the original exam was cancelled due to a paper leak.

Gold Medalists Roy And Kushari To Headline East Zone Bridge Championship

Gold Medalists Roy And Kushari To Headline East Zone Bridge Championship

Rediff.com12 Aug 2026

Sagnik Roy and Sayantan Kushari, fresh from their gold medal win at the World Youth Transnational Championships, will lead a strong field at the fifth East Zone Open Bridge Championship in Kolkata. The three-day event, organised by the West Bengal Bridge Association, features a Rs 6 lakh prize fund and will host top bridge players from the Eastern Zone and beyond.

India have six per cent chance to win Hockey World Cup, says coach Craig Fulton

India have six per cent chance to win Hockey World Cup, says coach Craig Fulton

Rediff.com31 Jul 2026

Having registered a ninth-place finish in the 2023 edition held at Bhubaneswar, India will be aiming to bring the gold home, riding on the back of the momentum of two back-to-back Olympic bronze medals, an Asia Cup title win, two Asian Champions Trophy wins and an Asia Cup gold.

Hockey World Cup: Indian Women Take on Australia in Virtual Quarter-Final

Hockey World Cup: Indian Women Take on Australia in Virtual Quarter-Final

Rediff.com3 days ago

India's route to the semi-finals is straightforward: if the Netherlands beats China, a win over Australia would take the ninth-ranked Indian team through.

Kajal Dhochak Wins Second U-20 Wrestling Gold; Tanu, Savita Grab Silver

Kajal Dhochak Wins Second U-20 Wrestling Gold; Tanu, Savita Grab Silver

Rediff.com5 days ago

Kajal Dhochak clinched her second consecutive U20 World title in wrestling, while teammates Tanu Sharma and Savita secured silver medals at the Under-20 Wrestling World Championship.

7 states account for 85% of India's installed solar capacity

7 states account for 85% of India's installed solar capacity

Rediff.com30 Jul 2026

Despite aggressive expansion, India's solar power sector faces significant hurdles from rising regional disparities in installed capacity and a looming manufacturing glut due to overcapacity in domestic solar equipment production, potentially leading to consolidation and pricing pressures.

Rain Washes Out Ireland's Direct World Cup Qualification Dream

Rain Washes Out Ireland's Direct World Cup Qualification Dream

Rediff.com6 Aug 2026

Ireland's aspirations for direct qualification to the 2027 ICC Men's ODI World Cup have been extinguished after the opening ODI against Afghanistan was abandoned due to persistent rain, mathematically ruling them out of contention for an automatic spot.

How Much Did Spider-Man: Brand New Day Earn In India On Day 1?

How Much Did Spider-Man: Brand New Day Earn In India On Day 1?

Rediff.com31 Jul 2026

Tom Holland and Zendaya's Spider-Man: Brand New Day has made a spectacular debut at the Indian box office.

Brazil to face India in historic friendly in Kolkata on October 3

Brazil to face India in historic friendly in Kolkata on October 3

Rediff.com30 Jul 2026

Almost five decades after Pele ignited Kolkata's romance with Brazilian football, the iconic yellow jersey is set to return to the City of Joy, with the record five-time World Cup champions Brazil scheduled to face India in a landmark international friendly at the Salt Lake Stadium on October 3.

FIDE celebrates chess star Praggnanandhaa on 21st birthday

FIDE celebrates chess star Praggnanandhaa on 21st birthday

Rediff.com10 Aug 2026

Indian chess Grandmaster R Praggnanandhaa, who turned 21, has already amassed a remarkable list of achievements, including becoming a Grandmaster at 12, reaching a career-high world ranking of No. 4, and recently winning the Grand Chess Tour St Louis Rapid and Blitz title.

Duleep Trophy: Vaibhav Sooryavanshi's Big Chance To Prove Red Ball Credentials

Duleep Trophy: Vaibhav Sooryavanshi's Big Chance To Prove Red Ball Credentials

Rediff.com3 days ago

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi will get a golden chance to improve upon his none too impressive first class numbers when East Zone take on the severely inexperienced North East Zone in the quarter-final of the Duleep Trophy.

The Real Reasons India Can't Reach the FIFA World Cup

The Real Reasons India Can't Reach the FIFA World Cup

Rediff.com28 Jul 2026

Despite a population of 1.45 billion, India's football team is ranked a lowly 138th in the world and failed to qualify for next year's Asian Cup, highlighting deep-rooted systemic issues and a failure to implement reforms that keep the World Cup dream distant for fans.

Bhattacharya Dominates Day 2 Of Kolar Open

Bhattacharya Dominates Day 2 Of Kolar Open

Rediff.com6 days ago

Shaurya Bhattacharya fired a five-under 67 to extend his lead to three strokes at nine-under 135 on day two of the Kolar Open. The Delhi golfer made six birdies against a lone bogey, showcasing strong ball-striking and adapting well to windy conditions. Mohd Azhar is his nearest challenger, while other notable players like Arjun Sharma, Angad Cheema, and Badal Hossain are tied for third.

From World No. 2 to Asian Games Medal Hope: Manav Thakkar's Next Big Mission

From World No. 2 to Asian Games Medal Hope: Manav Thakkar's Next Big Mission

Rediff.com4 Aug 2026

'Being World No. 2 will give us good confidence when we compete at the Asian Games.'

Treesa Jolly-Gayatri Gopichand Ready for World No. 1 Challenge After Medal

Treesa Jolly-Gayatri Gopichand Ready for World No. 1 Challenge After Medal

Rediff.com4 days ago

Indian badminton duo Treesa Jolly and Gayatri Gopichand, who secured India's first women's doubles medal in 15 years, are now focused on their semi-final match against the world No. 1 seeds, aiming to stay calm and give their 100 per cent.

OpenAI Launches ChatGPT For Teens

OpenAI Launches ChatGPT For Teens

Rediff.com7 days ago

'ChatGPT for Teens brings together learning and safety features in one unified experience, supporting active, collaborative learning outside the classroom while enabling more intentional and age-appropriate use of AI.'

AI drives demand for flexible office spaces as firms seek agility

AI drives demand for flexible office spaces as firms seek agility

Rediff.com5 days ago

Artificial intelligence (AI) is significantly increasing the demand for flexible office spaces in India, as enterprises prioritise agility, speed-to-market, and struggle with forecasting workforce requirements. AI-native startups are a primary driver, while established companies are adopting 'core-plus-flex' strategies to balance stability with adaptability.

Raj Kumar Pal Returns To India's Asian Games Hockey Squad

Raj Kumar Pal Returns To India's Asian Games Hockey Squad

Rediff.com29 Jul 2026

India's men's hockey team has announced its 20-member squad for the upcoming Asian Games in Aichi-Nagoya, Japan, featuring one change with midfielder Raj Kumar Pal replacing Aditya Arjun Lalage. Led by Harmanpreet Singh, the team aims for gold and direct qualification for the LA 2028 Olympics.

India's Aman Sehrawat Clinches Gold In Hungary Wrestling Tournament

India's Aman Sehrawat Clinches Gold In Hungary Wrestling Tournament

Rediff.com15 Jul 2026

Olympic bronze medallist Aman Sehrawat won a gold medal in the men's 57kg freestyle category at the Polyak Imre, Varga Janos and Kozma Istvan Memorial Senior Ranking Tournament in Budapest. Deepak also secured a bronze in the 61kg category, with two more Indian wrestlers vying for podium finishes.

India's Aman Sehrawat Clinches Gold In Hungary Wrestling Tournament

India's Aman Sehrawat Clinches Gold In Hungary Wrestling Tournament

Rediff.com15 Jul 2026

Olympic bronze medallist Aman Sehrawat won a gold medal in the men's 57kg freestyle category at the Polyak Imre, Varga Janos and Kozma Istvan Memorial Senior Ranking Tournament in Budapest. Deepak also secured a bronze in the 61kg category, with two more Indian wrestlers vying for podium finishes.

BJP replaces Amit Malviya, appoints new social media chief

BJP replaces Amit Malviya, appoints new social media chief

Rediff.com17 Aug 2026

Deepak Mhaskey, an academic and former member of the board of Engineers India Limited, has been appointed as the new head of the BJP's social media department, taking over from Amit Malviya, who led the department for 11 years. Malviya expressed confidence in the new leadership to further strengthen the party's digital communication.

India's Top Junior Men's Hockey Teams Battle For National Title

India's Top Junior Men's Hockey Teams Battle For National Title

Rediff.com27 Jul 2026

The 16th Hockey India Junior Men National Championship is set to begin in Coimbatore, featuring 30 teams across three divisions. The tournament includes a promotion and relegation system, adding competitive intensity as teams vie for the national title and advancement between divisions.

Indian Runner Ankita Dhyani Sets New Personal Best In 1500m Race

Indian Runner Ankita Dhyani Sets New Personal Best In 1500m Race

Rediff.com16 Aug 2026

Indian middle and long-distance runner Ankita Dhyani achieved a personal best time of 4:06.75s in the women's 1500m race at the Stumptown Twilight event in Portland, USA, finishing second. This performance is the fastest by an Indian this season and the fourth fastest ever, highlighting her consistent improvement and strong form.

Indian Shuttlers Secure Key Seedings At BWF World Championships

Indian Shuttlers Secure Key Seedings At BWF World Championships

Rediff.com4 Aug 2026

Two-time Olympic medallist PV Sindhu has been seeded ninth in women's singles, while the men's doubles pair of Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty received the fifth seeding for the upcoming BWF World Championships. India has seeded entries in four out of five categories, including Lakshya Sen and the mixed doubles pair of Dhruv Kapila and Tanisha Crasto. The draw for the championships, set to be held in New Delhi from August 17-23, will take place on Wednesday.

'Can't play forever': Rohit's 2027 World Cup future in doubt

'Can't play forever': Rohit's 2027 World Cup future in doubt

Rediff.com12 Aug 2026

Former Australian cricketer Matthew Hayden has commented on Rohit Sharma's future in international cricket, particularly concerning the 2027 World Cup. Hayden believes Sharma's decision will hinge on his continued hunger and energy, given his retirement from Tests and T20Is, and the demanding schedule of both IPL and ODI cricket. Despite age-related questions, Sharma has continued to deliver strong performances, notably a century against England.

India Leads Global Athletics Doping Violations List

India Leads Global Athletics Doping Violations List

Rediff.com2 Jul 2026

India has once again topped the Athletics Integrity Unit's global list of dope offenders with 162 names, highlighting a significant doping problem in the country's sporting landscape. This led to the Athletics Federation of India being re-categorised to 'Category A' due to high doping risk, requiring more stringent testing.

India's Best Superhero Movies

India's Best Superhero Movies

Rediff.com28 Jul 2026

Not every Indian superhero movie lands, but these seven prove the genre has plenty of potential.