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Cocktail 2 Review: My Best Friend's Wedding Meets Judaai

Cocktail 2 Review: My Best Friend's Wedding Meets Judaai

Rediff.com19 Jun 2026

As long as its purpose of throwing everyone on the dance floor as they flaunt their toned abs in fancy clothes is served, Cocktail 2 doesn't feel obliged to make any sense, notes Sukanya Verma.

10 Football Fever Moments From Bollywood

10 Football Fever Moments From Bollywood

Rediff.com7 days ago

Exploring memorable scenes that celebrate football in the movies.

Magical Salah inspires Egypt to historic World Cup victory

Magical Salah inspires Egypt to historic World Cup victory

Rediff.com7 days ago

Talismanic Mohamed Salah scores twice to help Egypt rally to 3-1 win over New Zealand on Sunday.

3rd ODI: Afghanistan coach Mooney calls for batting resilience against India

3rd ODI: Afghanistan coach Mooney calls for batting resilience against India

Rediff.com19 Jun 2026

Afghanistan fielding coach John Mooney has urged his team's batters to focus on building longer innings and avoiding soft dismissals against India. He also called for bowlers to be more disciplined, while expressing hope for spin assistance from the Chennai pitch in the upcoming third ODI.

Manika Batra calls on PM, Sports Min on 'unfair' Asiad omission

Manika Batra calls on PM, Sports Min on 'unfair' Asiad omission

Rediff.com19 Jun 2026

Manika Batra took to X, voicing her concerns over the TTFI's decision on her non-inclusion in the Asian Games squad.

FIFA World Cup 2026: Dutch coach Koeman unmoved by criticism of substitutions vs Japan

FIFA World Cup 2026: Dutch coach Koeman unmoved by criticism of substitutions vs Japan

Rediff.com15 Jun 2026

Netherlands head coach Ronald Koeman stood by his tactical decisions and substitutions after Japan struck late to earn a 2-2 draw in their opening Group F match of the FIFA World Cup 2026 on Sunday.

Ten-Man Paraguay Secure Crucial World Cup Victory Over Turkey

Ten-Man Paraguay Secure Crucial World Cup Victory Over Turkey

Rediff.com20 Jun 2026

Ten-man Paraguay secured a vital 1-0 victory over Turkey in a dramatic World Cup Group D match, breathing new life into their campaign while condemning Turkey to an early exit.

FIFA World Cup 2026: Messi gets emotional, credits team for helping him through tough times

FIFA World Cup 2026: Messi gets emotional, credits team for helping him through tough times

Rediff.com17 Jun 2026

An emotional Lionel Messi was wiping his tears with his shirt after scoring Argentina's first goal against Algeria in the World Cup, a strike that marked the beginning of a memorable performance where he netted thrice to secure a 3-0 win.

3rd ODI vs Afg: Rahul to bat down the order, Arshdeep could be rested: Ten Doeschate

3rd ODI vs Afg: Rahul to bat down the order, Arshdeep could be rested: Ten Doeschate

Rediff.com19 Jun 2026

Rahul to continue to bat down the order, Arshdeep could be rested, hints Ten Doeschate

Major blow! Shreyanka Patil out of T20 World Cup

Major blow! Shreyanka Patil out of T20 World Cup

Rediff.com19 Jun 2026

Off-spinner Shreyanka Patil has been ruled out of the Women's T20 World Cup due to an ankle injury sustained during a match against the Netherlands. Uncapped leg-spinner Prema Rawat has been named as her replacement, marking a significant setback for the Indian team and a maiden call-up for Rawat.

6 Taxpayer Categories Face Scrutiny

6 Taxpayer Categories Face Scrutiny

Rediff.com7 days ago

Taxpayers should reconcile returns with AIS, Form 26AS and maintain all supporting records.

Delhi Court Secures Swift Conviction In Water Motor Theft Case

Delhi Court Secures Swift Conviction In Water Motor Theft Case

Rediff.com10 Jun 2026

A Dwarka court in Delhi has convicted two men, Prince and Gautam, for stealing water motors from a southwest Delhi home. The conviction was secured within 29 days of the offence, following a rapid police investigation that included an e-FIR, technical analysis, CCTV footage, and recovery of stolen property.

Dhiraj stuns Olympic medalist to win double gold

Dhiraj stuns Olympic medalist to win double gold

Rediff.com14 Jun 2026

Indian archer Dhiraj Bommadevara secured a golden double at the Archery World Cup in Antalya, winning his maiden individual gold by defeating Paris Olympics bronze medallist Lee Woo Seok, hours after claiming the recurve mixed team title.

India's Maini storms to first win of 2026 F2 season

India's Maini storms to first win of 2026 F2 season

Rediff.com14 Jun 2026

Indian ART GP driver Kush Maini secured his first F2 sprint race victory of the 2026 season at the Circuit de Catalunya in Barcelona. He led from the start, managed his tyres expertly, and finished with a significant lead, also clocking the fastest lap. Maini followed this with a P9 finish in the Feature race, adding crucial championship points.

Sarvam AI becomes unicorn with $234 million Series B funding, HCLTech acquires 10.46% stake

Sarvam AI becomes unicorn with $234 million Series B funding, HCLTech acquires 10.46% stake

Rediff.com16 Jun 2026

Sarvam AI, an Indian full-stack sovereign artificial intelligence company, has achieved unicorn status after raising $234 million in a Series B funding round led by HCLTech and Bessemer Venture Partners, with HCLTech acquiring a 10.46 per cent stake.

Iniyan Pa Dominates Global Chess Festival, Claims Masters Crown

Iniyan Pa Dominates Global Chess Festival, Claims Masters Crown

Rediff.com19 Jun 2026

Indian Grandmaster Iniyan Pa has won the Masters category of the Global Chess Festival, dominating the tournament from start to finish. The 24-year-old national champion secured the title in his debut appearance, earning a prize purse of Rs 8 lakh. Nithin Babu and Madhvendra Pratap Sharma also triumphed in the Challenger and Junior Master categories, respectively, qualifying for next year's Masters event.

Keir Starmer resigns as British PM, Andy Burnham likely successor

Keir Starmer resigns as British PM, Andy Burnham likely successor

Rediff.com7 days ago

British Prime Minister and Labour Party leader Keir Starmer has announced his resignation, stating he will remain in post until a successor is elected by mid-July. The decision follows questions from his parliamentary party regarding his leadership for the next general election, with Andy Burnham widely tipped as a potential successor.

Yuvraj Singh Named Delhi Capitals' Batting Coach

Yuvraj Singh Named Delhi Capitals' Batting Coach

Rediff.com19 Jun 2026

Former Indian cricketer Yuvraj Singh is slated to become the batting coach for Delhi Capitals for the 2027 IPL season. This marks his first coaching assignment in the league, joining a revamped support staff under Sourav Ganguly, who will serve as Director of Cricket.

FIFA To Hear Iran's Complaint Over US World Cup Travel Rules

FIFA To Hear Iran's Complaint Over US World Cup Travel Rules

Rediff.com20 Jun 2026

The Iranian football team is facing significant travel restrictions in the US during the World Cup, requiring them to enter and leave within 24 hours of matches. This has led the Football Federation of Iran to lodge a formal complaint with FIFA, citing concerns over fair play and technical preparation, while US authorities maintain the measures are for safety and security.

U'khand village tense after BJP worker's murder; accused's building razed

U'khand village tense after BJP worker's murder; accused's building razed

Rediff.com14 Jun 2026

A local BJP functionary, Vinod, was allegedly beaten to death in Dehradun's Bairagiwala village following an irrigation dispute, leaving three family members critically injured. Authorities have razed "illegal" structures belonging to the accused, and police have registered a case against 12 named suspects and others, deploying forces to maintain law and order.

India Seeks To Conclude Dutch Leg Of FIH Pro League On High Note

India Seeks To Conclude Dutch Leg Of FIH Pro League On High Note

Rediff.com20 Jun 2026

The Indian men's hockey team, currently in the Dutch leg of the FIH Pro League, aims to conclude their campaign on a high note against hosts Netherlands. This tournament serves as crucial preparation for the upcoming World Cup and Asian Games, with coach Craig Fulton focusing on testing resources and addressing issues like conceding late goals. The team also looks forward to significant matches against England and arch-rivals Pakistan in London.

Lack Of Evidence Leads To Acquittal In Navi Mumbai Murder Case

Lack Of Evidence Leads To Acquittal In Navi Mumbai Murder Case

Rediff.com17 May 2026

A court in Navi Mumbai acquitted two individuals accused of a 2018 murder, citing insufficient forensic evidence and delays in filing the initial police report.

Madhoo: 'I Miss What I Do In Front Of The Camera'

Madhoo: 'I Miss What I Do In Front Of The Camera'

Rediff.com7 days ago

'Once an artist, always an artist. That identity, I realised about myself only when I stopped working.'

FIFA World Cup: Mexico top group, coach refuses to celebrate early

FIFA World Cup: Mexico top group, coach refuses to celebrate early

Rediff.com19 Jun 2026

Mexico coach Javier Aguirre downplayed his team's achievement of topping their World Cup group, stating that true success would be measured later in the tournament. He highlighted the importance of playing at home and the team's improved maturity, while also reflecting on his own calmer coaching style. Aguirre expressed his ambition to guide Mexico into the world's top 10.

Ben Stokes left out of second Test vs New Zealand; Joe Root Named Captain

Ben Stokes left out of second Test vs New Zealand; Joe Root Named Captain

Rediff.com10 Jun 2026

England captain Ben Stokes and bowler Gus Atkinson have both been left out of the second Test against New Zealand starting next week following an investigation into an incident in a London nightclub, the ECB said on Wednesday.

480 new entrants entered Indian automobile sector last year, mostly in EVs

480 new entrants entered Indian automobile sector last year, mostly in EVs

Rediff.com7 days ago

India's electric vehicle market is experiencing an unprecedented boom with a 37 per cent increase in new entrants, driven by supportive policies and infrastructure.

Day 3 of BEST strike: Special buses for NEET re-exam

Day 3 of BEST strike: Special buses for NEET re-exam

Rediff.com21 Jun 2026

The Brihanmumbai Electric Supply and Transport (BEST) undertaking arranged special bus services for students appearing in the NEET re-examination in Mumbai, deploying 60 buses on 24 routes for approximately 180 trips, despite an ongoing strike by its employees that has paralysed public transport.

Xi Watching? Modi-Takaichi to Hold Talks In Assam

Xi Watching? Modi-Takaichi to Hold Talks In Assam

Rediff.com19 Jun 2026

The Japanese PM's visit to Assam comes amid festering uneasiness in Tokyo about Beijing's assertiveness in the Indo-Pacific region.

IIT Madras Unveils Indigenous Pilot Plant For E-Waste Recycling

IIT Madras Unveils Indigenous Pilot Plant For E-Waste Recycling

Rediff.com14 Jun 2026

IIT Madras researchers have developed an indigenous pilot plant in Tiruchirappalli capable of processing 100 tonnes of electronic waste annually. This zero-discharge, single-acid process recovers valuable metals like copper, lead, and tin from PCBs, addressing India's growing e-waste challenge and supporting circular economy initiatives.

FIFA World Cup: Vinicius Jr rescues draw for Brazil against Morocco

FIFA World Cup: Vinicius Jr rescues draw for Brazil against Morocco

Rediff.com14 Jun 2026

Brazil and Morocco played to a 1-1 draw in their World Cup Group C opening match. Morocco took an early lead through Ismael Saibari, but Vinicius Jr's brilliant goal brought Brazil level before halftime. Despite Brazil's second-half improvements, Morocco's strong defence held them to a point.

FIFA World Cup: Canada's Larin salvages 1-1 draw against Bosnia in Group B opener

FIFA World Cup: Canada's Larin salvages 1-1 draw against Bosnia in Group B opener

Rediff.com13 Jun 2026

Canada striker Cyle Larin came off the bench to grab a 1-1 draw for his side against Bosnia and Herzegovina in a frenetic Group B opener on Friday that long looked like it would end in defeat for the World Cup co-hosts.

IIT Madras Unveils Indigenous Pilot Plant For E-Waste Recycling

IIT Madras Unveils Indigenous Pilot Plant For E-Waste Recycling

Rediff.com14 Jun 2026

IIT Madras researchers have developed an indigenous pilot plant in Tiruchirappalli capable of processing 100 tonnes of electronic waste annually. This zero-discharge, single-acid process recovers valuable metals like copper, lead, and tin from PCBs, addressing India's growing e-waste challenge and supporting circular economy initiatives.

Aahana-Danish's Dhurandhar Holiday In The UK

Aahana-Danish's Dhurandhar Holiday In The UK

Rediff.com21 Jun 2026

Aahana Kumra shares lovely pictures with Danish Pandor from their trip to the UK.

US Open Day 1: Indian-American Golfers Navigate Challenging Conditions

US Open Day 1: Indian-American Golfers Navigate Challenging Conditions

Rediff.com19 Jun 2026

The first round of the US Open saw Indian-American golfer Akshay Bhatia finish 1-over with four holes remaining, despite a challenging start and fog delays. While Bhatia provisionally stood T-29, other Indian-origin players like Sahith Theegala, Sudarshan Yellamaraju, Manav Shah, and Aaron Rai experienced mixed results, with former champion Wyndham Clark leading the field before play was suspended due to darkness.

Residents sleep on Mumbai beach to escape extreme heat

Residents sleep on Mumbai beach to escape extreme heat

Rediff.com19 Jun 2026

As Mumbai grapples with rising temperatures and humidity, many slum dwellers are spending their nights on Versova beach to escape the unbearable heat in their poorly ventilated homes, with the India Meteorological Department (IMD) forecasting a gradual rise in temperatures before a decline, and a yellow alert for isolated rainfall.

Women's T20 World Cup: India's opening balance the key against Pakistan

Women's T20 World Cup: India's opening balance the key against Pakistan

Rediff.com13 Jun 2026

India, led by Harmanpreet Kaur, will rely heavily on openers Smriti Mandhana and Shafali Verma to perform against a challenging Pakistan side in their ICC Women's T20 World Cup campaign opener.

India Aims For Continued Dominance At ISSF Junior World Championship

India Aims For Continued Dominance At ISSF Junior World Championship

Rediff.com15 Jun 2026

The National Rifle Association of India (NRAI) has announced an 84-member contingent for the ISSF Junior World Championship in Suhl, Germany, scheduled from June 18-26. Indian junior shooters have a strong track record of dominating this tournament, consistently topping medal tallies in recent editions, and are poised to continue their success.

India Aims For Continued Dominance At ISSF Junior World Championship

India Aims For Continued Dominance At ISSF Junior World Championship

Rediff.com15 Jun 2026

The National Rifle Association of India (NRAI) has announced an 84-member contingent for the ISSF Junior World Championship in Suhl, Germany, scheduled from June 18-26. Indian junior shooters have a strong track record of dominating this tournament, consistently topping medal tallies in recent editions, and are poised to continue their success.

Haaland scores twice as Norway whip Iraq on World Cup return

Haaland scores twice as Norway whip Iraq on World Cup return

Rediff.com17 Jun 2026

Norway's prolific striker Erling Haaland wasted no time in opening his World Cup account as he found the net twice in a 4-1 defeat of Iraq in Group I on Tuesday that sent a warning to defenders in the rest of the tournament.

Family Dispute Leads To Tragedy In Maharashtra

Family Dispute Leads To Tragedy In Maharashtra

Rediff.com21 Apr 2026

A 25-year-old woman and her two young children died after allegedly jumping into a well in Latur district, Maharashtra, following a family dispute.