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US Returns Millions Worth Of Stolen Antiquities To India

US Returns Millions Worth Of Stolen Antiquities To India

Rediff.com30 Apr 2026

The United States has returned 657 antiquities, valued at nearly USD 14 million, to India after recovering them from trafficking networks. The artifacts were recovered following investigations into networks linked to Subhash Kapoor and Nancy Wiener.

IPL 2026: RR vs DC Preview: Starc returns but Delhi face Rajasthan Royals in must-win clash

IPL 2026: RR vs DC Preview: Starc returns but Delhi face Rajasthan Royals in must-win clash

Rediff.com30 Apr 2026

Delhi Capitals face Rajasthan Royals in a crucial IPL match, seeking to overcome inconsistent batting and bowling performances. Mitchell Starc's return provides a boost, but the team needs a collective effort to counter Rajasthan's strong batting line-up.

'Makes centuries easy': Pujara in awe of Abhishek

'Makes centuries easy': Pujara in awe of Abhishek

Rediff.com22 Apr 2026

Former India cricketer Cheteshwar Pujara has praised Abhishek Sharma's talent after his explosive innings in an IPL match against Delhi Capitals.

Mumbai Truck Driver Gets Life For Shopkeeper's Murder

Mumbai Truck Driver Gets Life For Shopkeeper's Murder

Rediff.com28 Apr 2026

A Mumbai court sentenced a truck driver to life imprisonment for the murder of a shopkeeper in Mulund in May 2023. The driver ran the victim over with his truck following a dispute.

Why Does US Want Pakistan To Mediate With Iran?

Why Does US Want Pakistan To Mediate With Iran?

Rediff.com28 Apr 2026

The United States' historical strategic alignment with Pakistan, dating back to the Cold War, has consistently aimed to create a political and military parity with India, despite India's significantly larger size and resources. This long-standing relationship continues to influence regional dynamics, particularly in West Asia and the Indo-Pacific.

Badminton World Federation Approves New Scoring System

Badminton World Federation Approves New Scoring System

Rediff.com25 Apr 2026

The Badminton World Federation (BWF) has approved the adoption of the 3x15 scoring system, set to take effect on January 4, 2027, following a vote at its Annual General Meeting in Horsen, Denmark. The decision aims to enhance the sport's appeal, improve match scheduling, and benefit player welfare, despite reservations from some leading Indian players.

Indian Relay Teams Shine in Chandigarh, Eye World Athletics Relays

Indian Relay Teams Shine in Chandigarh, Eye World Athletics Relays

Rediff.com28 Mar 2026

India's men's 4x400m and mixed 4x100m relay teams delivered impressive performances at the International Invitation Relay Competition in Chandigarh, significantly improving their chances of qualifying for the World Athletics Relays in Botswana. However, the men's 4x100m team faced disappointment due to a disqualification.

'Very Bad For Global Economy If War Continues'

'Very Bad For Global Economy If War Continues'

Rediff.com28 Apr 2026

'Even if the war ends tomorrow, which is unlikely, and we go back to the pre-war status quo, the world will still need some time to get over the sudden shock of oil price increases.'

India Women's Cricket Team To Take Learnings From Series Defeat

India Women's Cricket Team To Take Learnings From Series Defeat

Rediff.com28 Apr 2026

India women's cricket team head coach Amol Muzumdar said the team would return richer in 'learnings' despite a 1-4 defeat against South Africa women. He identified the team's inability to strike in the powerplay and lapses in finishing with the bat as key areas of concern.

Irfan Pathan gives Mumbai Indians edge over CSK in greatest IPL team debate

Irfan Pathan gives Mumbai Indians edge over CSK in greatest IPL team debate

Rediff.com21 Mar 2026

Former India all-rounder Irfan Pathan believes Mumbai Indians have an edge over Chennai Super Kings in the debate over the greatest IPL franchise.

Indian Lacrosse Teams Set Sights on LA 2028 Olympics After Asian Games Success

Indian Lacrosse Teams Set Sights on LA 2028 Olympics After Asian Games Success

Rediff.com25 Mar 2026

Indian men's and women's lacrosse teams, fresh off their gold-winning performance at the Asian Lacrosse Games, have been felicitated by the Sports Minister and urged to focus on qualifying for the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics.

Asian Games Gold Medallist Vismaya Suspended For Doping

Asian Games Gold Medallist Vismaya Suspended For Doping

Rediff.com28 Apr 2026

Asian Games gold-winning quarter-miler VK Vismaya has been suspended for two years by NADA after testing positive for a banned substance, while sprinter N Shanmuga Srinivas received a four-year ban for evading sample collection.

Bhambri and Goransson Reach Indian Wells Semifinal

Bhambri and Goransson Reach Indian Wells Semifinal

Rediff.com12 Mar 2026

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

Maruti Suzuki discontinues Ignis hatchback amid weak sales, supply woes hit S-Presso and WagonR

Maruti Suzuki discontinues Ignis hatchback amid weak sales, supply woes hit S-Presso and WagonR

Rediff.com30 Apr 2026

Maruti Suzuki has discontinued its Ignis hatchback due to weak sales and a shift towards SUVs, while simultaneously facing supply chain issues for its popular S-Presso and WagonR models, leading to booking halts at some dealerships.

Ishan Kishan reveals how he regained his place in Team India

Ishan Kishan reveals how he regained his place in Team India

Rediff.com26 Apr 2026

Ishan Kishan discusses his approach to regaining his place in the Indian team, focusing on consistent run-scoring and self-improvement rather than dwelling on his absence. He also speaks about his mindset while batting at number 3 and his interaction with Vaibhav Sooryavanshi.

Mitch Marsh praises LSG fans, reveals love for butter chicken

Mitch Marsh praises LSG fans, reveals love for butter chicken

Rediff.com24 Apr 2026

Mitchell Marsh calls Lucknow his 'second home' and praises Lucknow Super Giants fans despite a poor IPL 2026 season.

IPL 2026: 'Time for Hardik to Deliver': Chopra on MI Captain's Form

IPL 2026: 'Time for Hardik to Deliver': Chopra on MI Captain's Form

Rediff.com20 Apr 2026

Aakash Chopra questions Hardik Pandya's impact as Mumbai Indians struggle at the bottom of IPL 2026, urging fresh ideas and a fearless approach.

Shiva Narwal Shoots Gold At ISSF Junior World Cup

Shiva Narwal Shoots Gold At ISSF Junior World Cup

Rediff.com21 Apr 2026

Shiva Narwal secured gold in the men's 10m air pistol event at the ISSF Junior World Cup, with Chirag Sharma winning bronze.

Why AI Skills Are Crucial For Salary Hikes In India

Why AI Skills Are Crucial For Salary Hikes In India

Rediff.com26 Apr 2026

Employees with artificial intelligence skills are likely to see better salary increments in the coming years, especially in technology, GCCs, and BFSI sectors, according to TeamLease Edtech.

Tilak Varma Credits Adaptability For Match-Winning Century

Tilak Varma Credits Adaptability For Match-Winning Century

Rediff.com21 Apr 2026

We can be unstoppable, says Tilak Varma, after his maiden IPL century helps stall MI's losing streak

UAE Rout India U-17 Football Team In Friendly

UAE Rout India U-17 Football Team In Friendly

Rediff.com21 Apr 2026

The Indian U17 men's football team lost 1-5 to the United Arab Emirates in a friendly match in Thailand.

'Is This A Slavery System In India?'

'Is This A Slavery System In India?'

Rediff.com28 Apr 2026

'Workers are the people who create all the wealth in this country. How can you call them anti-national?'

'India Playing A Chess Game In Nepal'

'India Playing A Chess Game In Nepal'

Rediff.com24 Apr 2026

'Nepal today is far more aware, self-confident, aspirational, and assertive.' 'India's policy so far has not been geared to this shift. It is time to redraw our Nepal strategy.'

IPL 2026, GT vs RCB: Gujarat Titans stave off Royal Challengers fightback for 5th win

IPL 2026, GT vs RCB: Gujarat Titans stave off Royal Challengers fightback for 5th win

Rediff.com1 May 2026

Skipper Shubman Gill and Jos Buttler played useful knocks to help Gujarat Titans chase down defending champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru's modest total, securing a four-wicket win in their Indian Premier League match in Ahmedabad on Thursday.

Rehan Ahmed replaces Ben Duckett in Delhi Capitals squad

Rehan Ahmed replaces Ben Duckett in Delhi Capitals squad

Rediff.com23 Apr 2026

Delhi Capitals have signed England's bowling all-rounder Rehan Ahmed as a replacement for Ben Duckett for the remainder of the Indian Premier League season.

Akash Madhwal returns to IPL after CSK call-up

Akash Madhwal returns to IPL after CSK call-up

Rediff.com23 Apr 2026

Chennai Super Kings have signed Akash Madhwal as a replacement for the injured Ayush Mhatre for the remainder of the IPL 2026 season.

OMCs selling petrol at Rs 14 a litre loss, diesel at Rs 18/litre

OMCs selling petrol at Rs 14 a litre loss, diesel at Rs 18/litre

Rediff.com29 Apr 2026

Indian oil marketing companies are incurring significant losses, selling petrol at a Rs 14 per litre loss and diesel at Rs 18 per litre, as elevated global crude oil prices, exacerbated by the West Asia crisis, outpace capped retail fuel rates, according to rating agency Icra.

Prachi Gaikwad Wins Gold At ISSF Junior World Cup

Prachi Gaikwad Wins Gold At ISSF Junior World Cup

Rediff.com23 Apr 2026

India's Prachi Gaikwad won gold in the women's 50m rifle 3-positions at the ISSF Junior World Cup in Cairo. Naraen Pranav added a bronze in the men's 10m air rifle, boosting India's medal tally.

Stock Markets today: Sensex, Nifty Rebound on Sun Pharma Acquisition News

Stock Markets today: Sensex, Nifty Rebound on Sun Pharma Acquisition News

Rediff.com27 Apr 2026

Indian benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty rebounded in early trade after three days of decline, driven by a rally in Sun Pharma following its USD 11.75 billion acquisition of US-based Organon & Co, alongside a positive trend in global equity markets.

Why Hardik's leadership key to Mumbai Indians' IPL success

Why Hardik's leadership key to Mumbai Indians' IPL success

Rediff.com16 Mar 2026

Former India spinner Harbhajan Singh believes Mumbai Indians captain Hardik Pandya needs to lead from the front if the team is to win the upcoming IPL.

Indian Pickleball Association Sanctions Hyderabad Open as PWR 1000 Event

Indian Pickleball Association Sanctions Hyderabad Open as PWR 1000 Event

Rediff.com16 Mar 2026

The Indian Pickleball Association has sanctioned the fourth edition of the Indian Open, to be held in Hyderabad, as a PWR 1000 event, marking a significant step for the sport in India.

What makes Virat Kohli special? Gujarat Titans assistant coach explains

What makes Virat Kohli special? Gujarat Titans assistant coach explains

Rediff.com25 Apr 2026

Gujarat Titans assistant coach Vijay Dahiya praises Virat Kohli's relentless drive and hunger to improve, highlighting his energy, awareness, and ability to control the game during RCB's recent win against GT in the Indian Premier League.

Summer Holiday Travel Insurance: Key Things To Know

Summer Holiday Travel Insurance: Key Things To Know

Rediff.com30 Apr 2026

Understand your travel insurance policy before travelling abroad this summer. This article outlines what travel insurance covers, including trip cancellations, missed connections, and medical emergencies, and what it excludes, such as war-related disruptions and pre-existing conditions.

IPL 2026: Mitchell Starc RETURNS for DC after injury layoff

IPL 2026: Mitchell Starc RETURNS for DC after injury layoff

Rediff.com23 Apr 2026

Mitchell Starc has been cleared to play in the Indian Premier League and is expected to join Delhi Capitals for their match against Rajasthan Royals on May 1.

Banks On Alert Over AI Security Risks

Banks On Alert Over AI Security Risks

Rediff.com23 Apr 2026

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman met with bank heads to discuss risks related to Artificial Intelligence (AI) following global concerns over Anthropic's Mythos model and its potential threat to financial systems' data security.

Man Gets Life Sentence For Wife's Murder In Madhya Pradesh

Man Gets Life Sentence For Wife's Murder In Madhya Pradesh

Rediff.com22 Apr 2026

A local court in Guna, Madhya Pradesh, sentenced a man to life imprisonment for murdering his wife, concluding the trial in just over three months.

Corporate India's Conduct Conundrum: Bridging Policy and Practice

Corporate India's Conduct Conundrum: Bridging Policy and Practice

Rediff.com30 Apr 2026

Recent controversies at major IT firms like TCS and Infosys have highlighted a persistent gap between workplace conduct policies and their implementation in corporate India. While companies assert zero tolerance for harassment and discrimination, employees and experts point to uneven enforcement and the need to embed ethical behaviour into organisational culture.

Punjab Kings pull off record chase, beat DC by 6 wkts to continue winning run

Punjab Kings pull off record chase, beat DC by 6 wkts to continue winning run

Rediff.com25 Apr 2026

Punjab Kings chase down 265 in a record-breaking run-fest against Delhi Capitals as KL Rahul smashes 152 and Shreyas Iyer seals historic win in IPL 2026.

Why Bombay HC Denied 26/11 Accused's Plea For Police Clearance

Why Bombay HC Denied 26/11 Accused's Plea For Police Clearance

Rediff.com29 Apr 2026

The Bombay High Court dismissed a petition by Faheem Ansari, acquitted in the 26/11 terror attacks case, seeking a police clearance certificate to drive an autorickshaw, citing ongoing surveillance due to alleged links with Lashkar-e-Taiba.

Sony Pictures Networks India To Broadcast Asian Games 2026

Sony Pictures Networks India To Broadcast Asian Games 2026

Rediff.com21 Apr 2026

Sony Pictures Networks India has secured the exclusive broadcast rights for the 20th Asian Games Aichi-Nagoya 2026, scheduled to be held in Japan from September 19-October 4.