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Indian crew member dies in Dubai maritime incident: Indian mission

Indian crew member dies in Dubai maritime incident: Indian mission

Rediff.com3 days ago

An Indian crew member was killed in a maritime incident in Dubai, according to the Indian Consulate.

Why Indian Cities Need Smarter Greening Strategies

Why Indian Cities Need Smarter Greening Strategies

Rediff.com13 hours ago

A study by IIT Gandhinagar researchers reveals that urban greening alone is insufficient to reduce heat stress in Indian cities, highlighting the need for climate-responsive planning that considers humidity, ventilation, and urban compactness.

Lakshya, Sindhu Lead Indian Charge At Thailand Open

Lakshya, Sindhu Lead Indian Charge At Thailand Open

Rediff.com12 hours ago

Lakshya Sen and PV Sindhu will lead India's challenge at the Thailand Open Super 500 tournament, following the country's bronze-medal finish at the Thomas Cup Finals.

Why Mumbai Indians Failed To Make The IPL Playoffs

Why Mumbai Indians Failed To Make The IPL Playoffs

Rediff.com16 hours ago

Head coach Mahela Jayawardene admitted that Mumbai Indians were simply "not good enough" this season after a heartbreaking two-wicket defeat to Royal Challengers Bengaluru ended their IPL playoff hopes.

Indian Hopes Dashed At World Squash Championships

Indian Hopes Dashed At World Squash Championships

Rediff.com2 days ago

India's singles challenge at the World Squash Championships concluded with the defeats of Ramit Tandon and Velavan Senthilkumar. Veer Chotrani is the only Indian left in the competition.

Great Mothers Who Shaped Famous Indians

Great Mothers Who Shaped Famous Indians

Rediff.com1 days ago

Who were the mothers who shaped Mahatma Gandhi, Sachin Tendulkar, Narendra Modi and other well-known Indians?

Indian Women's Archery Team Wins Gold At World Cup

Indian Women's Archery Team Wins Gold At World Cup

Rediff.com1 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.

Yuvraj Sandhu Leads Indian Charge At Catalunya Championship

Yuvraj Sandhu Leads Indian Charge At Catalunya Championship

Rediff.com3 days ago

Yuvraj Sandhu carded a 4-under 68 to lead the Indian golfers at the Estrella Damn Catalunya Championship, four shots behind the leader Shaun Norris.

Indian Players Dominate ITF W15 Tumakuru Open

Indian Players Dominate ITF W15 Tumakuru Open

Rediff.com5 days ago

Indian players showcased impressive performances at the ITF W15 Tumakuru Open, with several securing victories in both singles and doubles matches. However, eighth seed Akanksha Dileep Nitture faced an early exit in the women's singles.

Indian Women's Archery Team Reach World Cup Final

Indian Women's Archery Team Reach World Cup Final

Rediff.com4 days ago

India's women's recurve team secured a spot in the Archery World Cup Stage 2 final after defeating South Korea, while the men's team suffered an early exit against Bangladesh.

Indian Weightlifters Aim High At Asian Championships

Indian Weightlifters Aim High At Asian Championships

Rediff.com1 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.

Indian Women's Archery Team To Vie For Gold

Indian Women's Archery Team To Vie For Gold

Rediff.com4 days ago

The Indian women's recurve archery team secured a medal at the Archery World Cup Stage 2, defeating South Korea in the semi-final. However, the men's team faced a disappointing defeat against Bangladesh.

Summer Travel Costs Soar For Indians

Summer Travel Costs Soar For Indians

Rediff.com5 days ago

Airfares to Southeast Asia have surged 25 to 30 per cent, driven by high demand and limited airline seat capacity.

Pakistan Navy Rescues Crew Of Stranded Indian Vessel

Pakistan Navy Rescues Crew Of Stranded Indian Vessel

Rediff.com6 days ago

The Pakistan Navy provided humanitarian assistance to the crew of an Indian offshore tug and supply vessel stranded in the Arabian Sea after receiving a request from Mumbai authorities.

Indian Banks Must Modernise Tech, Build AI Defences: Barclays India CEO

Indian Banks Must Modernise Tech, Build AI Defences: Barclays India CEO

Rediff.com10 hours ago

Barclays Global Service Centre India MD & CEO Praveen Kumar has urged Indian banks to modernise their technology architecture and build AI-based defence systems to counter emerging cyber threats posed by AI tools.

Indian Boxers Advance To Semifinals At Asian U17 Championships

Indian Boxers Advance To Semifinals At Asian U17 Championships

Rediff.com3 days ago

Five Indian boxers have advanced to the semifinals of the Asian U17 Boxing Championships in Tashkent, showcasing their dominance with impressive wins in their respective quarterfinal matches.

Three Indians Injured In Drone Attack In UAE

Three Indians Injured In Drone Attack In UAE

Rediff.com7 days ago

Three Indian nationals were injured in a drone attack on the Fujairah Petroleum Industries Zone (FOIZ) in the UAE. The UAE has condemned the attack, attributing it to Iran.

Indian Investments in US Rise, Create American Jobs: Official

Indian Investments in US Rise, Create American Jobs: Official

Rediff.com6 days ago

Indian foreign direct investment (FDI) in the United States has reached approximately USD 16.4 billion, supporting around 70,800 jobs and contributing significantly to research and development, according to US Deputy Undersecretary Brandon Remington.

Indian Boxers Secure 27 Medals At Asian Youth Championships

Indian Boxers Secure 27 Medals At Asian Youth Championships

Rediff.com5 days ago

Indian boxers have secured 27 medals at the Asian Boxing U15 & U17 Championships in Tashkent, with the U-15 girls securing 14 medals and the U-15 boys confirming 13 medals.

Indian Super League: East Bengal, Punjab FC battle to scoreless draw

Indian Super League: East Bengal, Punjab FC battle to scoreless draw

Rediff.com4 hours ago

East Bengal FC and Punjab FC played out a goalless draw in their Indian Super League match, with both teams creating numerous chances but failing to find the net.

IPL 2026: BIG relief for Mumbai Indians as Hardik rejoins squad

IPL 2026: BIG relief for Mumbai Indians as Hardik rejoins squad

Rediff.com4 days ago

Mumbai Indians captain Hardik Pandya has rejoined his teammates in Raipur after recovering from a back spasm. He is expected to train ahead of their crucial IPL match against RCB.

Indian U17 Women One Win Away From World Cup Spot

Indian U17 Women One Win Away From World Cup Spot

Rediff.com1 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.

Two Indians Arrested At Delhi Airport For Smuggling Marijuana

Two Indians Arrested At Delhi Airport For Smuggling Marijuana

Rediff.com4 days ago

Customs officers at Delhi's Indira Gandhi International Airport have arrested two Indian passengers for allegedly smuggling suspected marijuana worth nearly Rs 9 crore from Vietnam.

CBI Raids Uncover Trafficking Of Indians To Southeast Asia

CBI Raids Uncover Trafficking Of Indians To Southeast Asia

Rediff.com5 days ago

The CBI has raided multiple locations across India, arresting one person in Lucknow, as part of an investigation into the trafficking of Indian nationals to Southeast Asian countries for forced cyber fraud operations.

Indian Women's Hockey Team Sharpen Goalkeeping Skills

Indian Women's Hockey Team Sharpen Goalkeeping Skills

Rediff.com7 days ago

The Indian women's hockey team's goalkeepers attended a special camp led by Ireland's David Williamson, focusing on technical skills and tactical awareness in preparation for upcoming international tournaments.

Three Indian-Origin Men Convicted In Canada Couple Murder

Three Indian-Origin Men Convicted In Canada Couple Murder

Rediff.com2 days ago

Three Indian-origin men have been found guilty of first-degree murder in Canada in connection with the killing of a couple in Abbotsford in May 2022. The British Columbia Supreme Court ruled that the men played a willing and integral role in the couple's murder, which was financially motivated.

IPL 2026: RCB's Tim David penalised for obscene gesture after win over Mumbai Indians

IPL 2026: RCB's Tim David penalised for obscene gesture after win over Mumbai Indians

Rediff.com6 hours ago

Royal Challengers Bengaluru all-rounder Tim David has been fined 30 per cent of his match fee for using an 'obscene' gesture during the IPL game against Mumbai Indians.

Indian Skeet Shooters Fail To Qualify At ISSF World Cup

Indian Skeet Shooters Fail To Qualify At ISSF World Cup

Rediff.com6 days ago

Indian skeet shooters Mairaj Ahmad Khan and Raiza Dhillon finished highest among the Indian shooters but failed to reach the finals in both the men's and women's events in the ISSF World Cup Shotgun.

2 Indians part of crew of cruise ship hit by hantavirus

2 Indians part of crew of cruise ship hit by hantavirus

Rediff.com3 days ago

A hantavirus outbreak on the Dutch vessel MV Hondius has resulted in multiple confirmed cases and fatalities, with Indian nationals among the crew. Health authorities are tracing those who disembarked.

Sack Hardik, Mahela! What Mumbai Indians MUST FIX URGENTLY

Sack Hardik, Mahela! What Mumbai Indians MUST FIX URGENTLY

Rediff.com6 days ago

After a disappointing IPL 2026 season, Mumbai Indians face critical decisions to rebuild their team and restore their legacy. From captaincy changes to squad adjustments, here are the key steps they must take to revive their fortunes.

Indian sailor dies in dhow fire near Strait of Hormuz, 17 crew members rescued

Indian sailor dies in dhow fire near Strait of Hormuz, 17 crew members rescued

Rediff.com2 days ago

An Indian sailor died and several others were injured after their dhow caught fire near the Strait of Hormuz. Seventeen other Indian crew members were rescued.

IPL 2026, RCB vs MI: Bhuvneshwar, Krunal shine as RCB pip Mumbai Indians

IPL 2026, RCB vs MI: Bhuvneshwar, Krunal shine as RCB pip Mumbai Indians

Rediff.com1 days ago

Krunal Pandya's gritty 73 and Bhuvneshwar Kumar's all-round heroics (4/23, 7 not out) powered Royal Challengers Bengaluru to a nervy two-wicket victory and knocked Mumbai Indians out of the race for IPL playoffs in Raipur on Sunday.

Modi condemns drone attack on UAE that injured Indians

Modi condemns drone attack on UAE that injured Indians

Rediff.com6 days ago

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has strongly condemned the attacks on the United Arab Emirates' port city of Fujairah, which resulted in injuries to three Indian nationals, and reiterated India's support for peaceful resolution through dialogue.

Meena, Elangovan Headline Indian Indoor Open

Meena, Elangovan Headline Indian Indoor Open

Rediff.com1 May 2026

National record holders Dev Kumar Meena and Baranica Elangovan will be among the top athletes at the inaugural Indian Indoor Open Combined Events and Pole Vault Competition in Bhubaneswar.

Indian Boxers Secure 12 Medals At Asian U-17 Championships

Indian Boxers Secure 12 Medals At Asian U-17 Championships

Rediff.com4 days ago

India's U-17 girls boxing team has secured at least 12 medals at the Asian Boxing U15 and U17 Championships in Tashkent, with several boxers achieving dominant victories.

Indian-Origin Man In US Faces Denaturalisation Over Fraud

Indian-Origin Man In US Faces Denaturalisation Over Fraud

Rediff.com2 days ago

A 62-year-old Indian-origin man, now a US citizen, faces denaturalisation proceedings for allegedly defrauding investors of USD 2.5 million and concealing this from US authorities.

Nine Indian Boxers Reach Finals At Asian U-15 Championships

Nine Indian Boxers Reach Finals At Asian U-15 Championships

Rediff.com2 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.

IPL 2026: Hardik Pandya Likely To Lead Mumbai Indians Against RCB

IPL 2026: Hardik Pandya Likely To Lead Mumbai Indians Against RCB

Rediff.com5 days ago

Hardik Pandya, who missed the previous match due to back spasms, is expected to be fit and lead the Mumbai Indians in their upcoming crucial IPL game against Royal Challengers Bengaluru in Raipur.

Indian Equities Close Lower as Geopolitical Tensions, FII Outflows Weigh

Indian Equities Close Lower as Geopolitical Tensions, FII Outflows Weigh

Rediff.com4 days ago

Indian benchmark indices, Sensex and Nifty, ended lower in choppy trade, with the Sensex declining 114 points, as investors reacted to unabated foreign fund outflows and rising geopolitical uncertainties.

Indian Towns With A European Vibe

Indian Towns With A European Vibe

Rediff.com5 hours ago

10 places where history, culture and architecture transport you straight to Europe, without leaving India.