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HISTORIC! INDIA FIRST TEAM TO WIN BACK TO BACK T20 WORLD CUPS

HISTORIC! INDIA FIRST TEAM TO WIN BACK TO BACK T20 WORLD CUPS

Rediff.com9 Mar 2026

Sanju Samson and Abhishek Sharma's explosive batting performances propelled India to a record-breaking total against New Zealand in the T20 World Cup final

India's First Paperless District Court

India's First Paperless District Court

Rediff.com8 Jan 2026

The integration of artificial AI-based judicial assistance tools into the district court management framework has accompanied the shift.

Amit Shah launches India's first co-operative ride app Bharat Taxi

Amit Shah launches India's first co-operative ride app Bharat Taxi

Rediff.com5 Feb 2026

Addressing an event after launching the service, Shah said the rival ride-hailing platforms have reduced commission and are offering many other incentives, including free rides to customers, seeing the success of Bharat Taxi during the pilot operation.

Tamil Nadu bets big on India's first full-stack sovereign AI park

Tamil Nadu bets big on India's first full-stack sovereign AI park

Rediff.com14 Jan 2026

The sovereign AI park will be a first-of-its-kind, purpose-built district in India, integrating AI compute infrastructure, secure data frameworks, model research labs, and AI innovation clusters, along with a dedicated institute for AI in governance.

SEE: First crude tanker reaches India amid Hormuz crisis

SEE: First crude tanker reaches India amid Hormuz crisis

Rediff.com5 days ago

The tanker reportedly switched off its Automatic Identification System (AIS) transponder while navigating the high-risk stretch of the strait and reappeared on tracking systems on March 9.

India Sends First Delegation to Youth Delphic Games

India Sends First Delegation to Youth Delphic Games

Rediff.com2 Mar 2026

India is sending its first national delegation of youth artists to the Youth Delphic Games of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) Member Nations in Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan.

Modi unveils India's first nature-themed airport in Guwahati

Modi unveils India's first nature-themed airport in Guwahati

Rediff.com20 Dec 2025

The Lokapriya Gopinath Bardoloi International Airport in Guwahati has inaugurated a new nature-themed terminal building, designed to handle 13.1 million passengers per year and serve as a key aviation hub for the northeast and a gateway to Southeast Asia.

Sarvam AI To Launch India's First LLM In Feb

Sarvam AI To Launch India's First LLM In Feb

Rediff.com20 Nov 2025

Sarvam's LLM will have more than 17 trillion tokens with 17 to 20 per cent coming from Indian data

India's 2027 Census to be fully digital; first phase from April 1

India's 2027 Census to be fully digital; first phase from April 1

Rediff.com5 Mar 2026

India has launched digital tools for its upcoming fully digital Census 2027, including mobile apps and a self-enumeration portal, aiming for efficient and accurate data collection.

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.

PT Usha calls for athlete-first policies in Indian sports administration

PT Usha calls for athlete-first policies in Indian sports administration

Rediff.com1 days ago

IOA President PT Usha emphasises the importance of athlete-centric policies in Indian sports administration, highlighting the need for prioritising athlete welfare and development.

Why India's Local-First AI Strategy Could Be A Winner

Why India's Local-First AI Strategy Could Be A Winner

Rediff.com26 Feb 2026

Country's startups are carving a unique path by prioritising local, application-led innovation over the global pursuit of scale.

Love At First Look: Ferrari 849 Testarossa Launched In India

Love At First Look: Ferrari 849 Testarossa Launched In India

Rediff.com3 days ago

Ferrari unveiled the 1,050-hp 849 Testarosa in Mumbai, blending aggressive design with a hybrid V8 powertrain capable of 0-100 km/h in just 2.25 seconds.

Pakistan Lost to India in First Innings Itself: Waqar

Pakistan Lost to India in First Innings Itself: Waqar

Rediff.com16 Feb 2026

Waqar Younis says Pakistan lost the T20 World Cup clash once India posted 175, criticising tactical errors and praising Suryakumar Yadav's leadership in the 61-run win.

How India's New Phygital Centre Aims to Transform Rural Life in Madhya Pradesh

How India's New Phygital Centre Aims to Transform Rural Life in Madhya Pradesh

Rediff.com2 days ago

India has launched its first integrated phygital service centre in Umri village, Madhya Pradesh, aiming to provide online services and boost rural development through digital connectivity and various essential services.

India mcap slips below $5 trn for first time in 10 months

India mcap slips below $5 trn for first time in 10 months

Rediff.com3 Mar 2026

India has lost its $5 trillion market capitalisation (mcap) tag following Monday's sharp selloff in equities and a simultaneous slide in the rupee.

MI vs RCB at Wankhede blockbuster of IPL 2026 first phase

MI vs RCB at Wankhede blockbuster of IPL 2026 first phase

Rediff.com5 days ago

Irfan Pathan says the IPL 2026 clash between Mumbai Indians and Royal Challengers Bengaluru at Wankhede Stadium will be the biggest match of the tournament's opening phase.

Yuki Bhambri reaches first ATP Masters 1000 semifinal in Indian Wells

Yuki Bhambri reaches first ATP Masters 1000 semifinal in Indian Wells

Rediff.com5 days ago

Yuki Bhambri and his partner Goran Goransson have advanced to the semifinals of the Indian Wells Masters 1000 tournament after defeating Alexander Erler and Andrea Vavassori.

Mr & Mrs Kuldeep Yadav: First Wedding Photos Out

Mr & Mrs Kuldeep Yadav: First Wedding Photos Out

Rediff.com2 days ago

Indian cricketer Kuldeep Yadav married his childhood friend Vanshika Chadha in a ceremony in Mussoorie. The wedding was attended by fellow cricketers and featured celebrations.

BCCI Announces Massive Rs 131 Crore Bonus For India's T20 World Champions!

BCCI Announces Massive Rs 131 Crore Bonus For India's T20 World Champions!

Rediff.com7 days ago

The BCCI has announced a Rs 131 crore cash reward for the Indian cricket team following their T20 World Cup victory, marking an increase from the previous reward in 2024.

Andhra To Build India's First Giga-Scale Air Taxi Hub

Andhra To Build India's First Giga-Scale Air Taxi Hub

Rediff.com19 Nov 2025

The "Sky Factory" will be one of the world's largest for electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL), a manufacturing and assembly process to make electric aircraft that can take off, hover, and land vertically. It will put India on the "map of next-generation aviation" and marks one of the most ambitious eVTOL initiatives in the world, said a state government statement.

Late Substitutes Spark India U-17 Women's Football Team's Victory Over Myanmar

Late Substitutes Spark India U-17 Women's Football Team's Victory Over Myanmar

Rediff.com3 days ago

The Indian U-17 women's football team defeated Myanmar 3-2 in a friendly match, with substitutes playing a key role in the late comeback victory.

Ranjana Yadav wins India's first medal at Asian Youths

Ranjana Yadav wins India's first medal at Asian Youths

Rediff.com23 Oct 2025

Ranjana Yadav clinched a silver medal in the girl's 5000m walk at the Asian Youth Games at the Bahrain National Stadium, Riffa, Bahrain, on Thursday.

Chirag Shetty-Satwiksairaj Rankireddy knocked out in first round of All England

Chirag Shetty-Satwiksairaj Rankireddy knocked out in first round of All England

Rediff.com5 Mar 2026

The Indian pair suffered a 23-21, 21-12 defeat against Malaysia's Aaron Tai and Khai Xing Kang in the Round of 32 match.

India, Scotland share spoils in FIH World Cup Qualifiers

India, Scotland share spoils in FIH World Cup Qualifiers

Rediff.com7 days ago

The Indian women's hockey team played to a 2-2 draw against Scotland in their second match of the FIH Hockey World Cup 2026 Qualifiers, maintaining their lead in Pool B.

West Bengal elections: BJP, Left put out first list; Suvendu to take on Mamata again

West Bengal elections: BJP, Left put out first list; Suvendu to take on Mamata again

Rediff.com1 days ago

The BJP has released its first list of candidates for the West Bengal assembly polls, featuring Suvendu Adhikari against Mamata Banerjee in a high-stakes electoral battle. The Left Front has also announced its initial list of candidates, setting the stage for a crucial election.

In a first, SC allows passive euthanasia for man in coma for 12 years

In a first, SC allows passive euthanasia for man in coma for 12 years

Rediff.com6 days ago

The Supreme Court of India has granted permission for passive euthanasia for a 32-year-old man who has been in a coma for over 12 years, authorising the withdrawal of his artificial life support.

Lebanon hand India's first defeat in Asian Cup U-17 qualifiers

Lebanon hand India's first defeat in Asian Cup U-17 qualifiers

Rediff.com29 Nov 2025

Despite suffering their first defeat in the qualifiers, India are still in contention. The meet group leaders Iran in a do-or-die match on Sunday. Victory in that match will secure India's passage to the AFC Asian Cup for the 10th time in history.

Mayank Chakraborty Makes History As India's 94th Chess Grandmaster

Mayank Chakraborty Makes History As India's 94th Chess Grandmaster

Rediff.com3 days ago

Mayank Chakraborty, a 17-year-old from Assam, has become India's 94th Grandmaster in chess.

Government Initiatives Boost Aerospace Manufacturing in India

Government Initiatives Boost Aerospace Manufacturing in India

Rediff.com1 days ago

The Indian government is actively promoting manufacturing in the rapidly expanding aerospace sector, with collaborations between Indian and foreign companies leading to the establishment of new facilities.

Balen Shah set to be Nepal's youngest, first Madhesi PM

Balen Shah set to be Nepal's youngest, first Madhesi PM

Rediff.com8 Mar 2026

Rapper-turned-politician Balendra Shah's Rastriya Swatantra Party (RSP) is poised to form the next government in Nepal after a decisive victory in the general election, significantly impacting established political parties.

AI puts India's office market back to work

AI puts India's office market back to work

Rediff.com1 days ago

Artificial intelligence (AI) is emerging as a potential new demand driver for India's office market, with AI-focused technology (tech) firms actively leasing new office space and established information technology (IT) companies expanding their footprint as they ramp up investments in AI.

Modi flags off India's fastest metro system in Meerut

Modi flags off India's fastest metro system in Meerut

Rediff.com22 Feb 2026

Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the Meerut Metro and Namo Bharat train, enhancing urban and regional connectivity in Uttar Pradesh and Delhi.

India Plans to Revive Formula One with Driver Development Program

India Plans to Revive Formula One with Driver Development Program

Rediff.com6 days ago

India's Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya is pushing to revive Formula One racing in the country, focusing on creating a strong pipeline of drivers and technicians. Discussions with the Federation of Motor Sports Clubs of India (FMSCI) have centered on developing a comprehensive framework to integrate motorsports with India's automotive and engineering sectors.

India's Elite Boxers Prepare for Asian Championships in Mongolia

India's Elite Boxers Prepare for Asian Championships in Mongolia

Rediff.com3 days ago

India's top male and female boxers have arrived in Mongolia for a training camp to prepare for the upcoming Asian Boxing Championships.

PM Modi's message for Team India after historic triumph

PM Modi's message for Team India after historic triumph

Rediff.com9 Mar 2026

'This victory also tells us that with hard work in the right direction, every goal can be achieved.'

T20 World Cup: 'First time vs Bumrah': Bennett reacts

T20 World Cup: 'First time vs Bumrah': Bennett reacts

Rediff.com27 Feb 2026

Brian Bennett's valiant 97 not out went in vain as Zimbabwe lost to India in their T20 World Cup Super 8 clash. Despite Bennett's heroics, Zimbabwe fell short in their chase of India's massive total.

Reliance Jio aims to be among first scalable token service providers

Reliance Jio aims to be among first scalable token service providers

Rediff.com5 Mar 2026

Reliance Jio is aiming to be one of the first scalable token service providers in the world by deeply adopting and integrating artificial intelligence (AI) into its operations, said Jio Platforms group chief executive officer (CEO) Mathew Oommen at the Mobile World Congress in Barcelona.

'First after WWII': US submarine sinks Iranian ship off Sri Lanka

'First after WWII': US submarine sinks Iranian ship off Sri Lanka

Rediff.com4 Mar 2026

At least 101 people are missing and 78 are injured after a suspected submarine attack on an Iranian naval ship off Sri Lanka's southern coast on Wednesday, Reuters quoted sources in Sri Lanka's Navy and defence ministry as saying.

Pritika Barman's Double Helps India U-17 Women Beat Myanmar

Pritika Barman's Double Helps India U-17 Women Beat Myanmar

Rediff.com5 days ago

The Indian U17 women's team defeated Myanmar 2-0 in an international friendly match, with Pritika Barman scoring both goals. The match is part of India's preparation for the AFC U17 Women's Asian Cup.