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From Rustication To Medals: Indian Athletes' Inspiring Asian Games Journeys

From Rustication To Medals: Indian Athletes' Inspiring Asian Games Journeys

Rediff.com16 Oct 2026

Soft tennis player Jay Meena, marathon runner Sawan Barwal, and air pistol shooter Kamaljeet share their personal journeys and challenges leading up to their medal wins at the Asian Games. Meena recounts how school rustication led him to soft tennis and his struggle with quarterfinal defeats. Barwal discusses the mental pressure of switching to marathon running, while Kamaljeet reflects on injury setbacks and the pressure of securing India's first shooting gold at the Games.

IIMA's Blended MBA Programme Bridges AI And Management Gap

IIMA's Blended MBA Programme Bridges AI And Management Gap

Rediff.com14 Oct 2026

The Indian Institute of Management Ahmedabad (IIMA) has opened applications for the second batch of its two-year Blended MBA Programme in Business Analytics & Artificial Intelligence (BPGP: BA & AI). The programme, offered by the Krishnamurthy Tandon School of AI, aims to develop professionals who can integrate AI technology with management principles, addressing the industry's need for leaders capable of driving transformation and managing complex IT infrastructure, including data centres.

Three Booked In Latur Prostitution Racket Bust

Three Booked In Latur Prostitution Racket Bust

Rediff.com9 Oct 2026

Police in Latur district, Maharashtra, have booked three men for allegedly operating a prostitution racket from a lodge in Ausa town. The bust occurred on Thursday after a decoy customer was used.

Three Killed In Violent Clash Over Ramlila Fair Finances In Pilibhit

Three Killed In Violent Clash Over Ramlila Fair Finances In Pilibhit

Rediff.com13 Oct 2026

A dispute over the income and expenditure of a Ramlila fair in Pilibhit, Uttar Pradesh, escalated into violence on Monday evening, resulting in the deaths of three people and one injury. Police have arrested the prime accused, Kaushal Gupta, following the incident in the Amariya area.

'This Is Worse Than The Emergency'

'This Is Worse Than The Emergency'

Rediff.com11 Oct 2026

'Fifty thousand policemen were deployed; the entire New Delhi district was under siege. It shows how scared they are.'

Latur Court Hands 20-Year Sentence For Sexual Assault

Latur Court Hands 20-Year Sentence For Sexual Assault

Rediff.com9 Oct 2026

A Latur court sentenced Kiran Ashok Kushbhage to 20 years in jail and fined him Rs 5,000 for sexually assaulting a minor girl in 2023. The case was registered under the Indian Penal Code (IPC) and the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act.

Man pushes girlfriend into gorge after she refuses to marry him

Man pushes girlfriend into gorge after she refuses to marry him

Rediff.com12 Oct 2026

A 23-year-old woman was allegedly murdered by her boyfriend in Kolhapur, Maharashtra, after she refused to marry him. The accused, Sripad Vadar, pushed her into a deep gorge near a waterfall. Police arrested Vadar after his inconsistent statements led to his confession and the recovery of the victim's body.

Renshaw's heroics leave Australia with a big selection headache

Renshaw's heroics leave Australia with a big selection headache

Rediff.com14 Oct 2026

Matt Renshaw's outstanding performance in Australia's Test victory over South Africa has solidified his middle-order spot, but the team still faces uncertainty regarding its opening batting combination. Travis Head's suitability at the top of the order is questioned, while Nic Maddinson's inconsistent debut adds to the dilemma. The article also highlights strong bowling performances from Josh Hazlewood and Mitchell Starc, and the team's challenging schedule ahead.

Jaffer rues Rinku Singh's absence, says India missed a game-changer in 4th T20I vs Windies

Jaffer rues Rinku Singh's absence, says India missed a game-changer in 4th T20I vs Windies

Rediff.com15 Oct 2026

Wasim Jaffer says India missed Rinku Singh's finishing prowess against West Indies, while cautioning against expecting Naman Dhir to bowl four overs and stressing his batting value.

Indian Supercross Racing League Season 3 Attracts Global Talent

Indian Supercross Racing League Season 3 Attracts Global Talent

Rediff.com8 Oct 2026

Season 3 of the Indian Supercross Racing League (ISRL) will feature nearly 150 riders from 21 countries, including 30 Indian participants, competing across four racing categories. Reigning champion Matt Moss is set to defend his title amidst a strong international field.

Cancer drug prices to drop as govt caps trade margin at 30pc

Cancer drug prices to drop as govt caps trade margin at 30pc

Rediff.com8 Oct 2026

The Indian government has decided to cap trade margins on all non-scheduled anti-cancer drugs at 30 per cent of their maximum retail price. This move aims to improve affordability and ensure continued availability of these life-saving medicines, potentially saving cancer patients an estimated Rs 2,500 crore annually. The decision, expected to be implemented later this month, will affect 110 anti-cancer drugs, including 35 patented ones.

20 FIRs, four arrests after CJP's anti-CEC protests rock Delhi

20 FIRs, four arrests after CJP's anti-CEC protests rock Delhi

Rediff.com11 Oct 2026

Delhi Police have registered 20 FIRs and made arrests following Saturday's Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) protest against Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar. The protest, which saw over 7,000 detentions and left more than 15 police personnel injured, was held over alleged irregularities in electoral roll revisions.

Emergency imposed in country: CJP decries security curbs

Emergency imposed in country: CJP decries security curbs

Rediff.com9 Oct 2026

Leaders of the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) have strongly criticised the Centre's security measures in New Delhi, including metro and train cancellations, ahead of their planned protest at Jantar Mantar. They accuse the government of imposing an "emergency" and being afraid of Gen Z, while demanding the resignation of CEC Gyanesh Kumar over alleged electoral roll irregularities. The Supreme Court has intervened, directing authorities to ensure regulated movement.

Is Your CV Speaking To A Robot?

Is Your CV Speaking To A Robot?

Rediff.com15 Oct 2026

Focus on clarity. Avoid keyword stuffing, advises Sarieka S Vaze, head of HR and administration at Montran Corporation.

Protesters hide in gurudwara, sport cockroach helmets

Protesters hide in gurudwara, sport cockroach helmets

Rediff.com10 Oct 2026

A protest organised by the proposed Cockroach Janata Party (CJP) against Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar in New Delhi on Saturday led to the detention of around 500 people. Despite heavy security, protesters used various tactics, including unique attire and hiding in a gurdwara, to voice their dissent against perceived curtailment of freedom of expression.

Pakistan pulls out of hockey Asian Champions Trophy in India

Pakistan pulls out of hockey Asian Champions Trophy in India

Rediff.com9 Oct 2026

Pakistan has withdrawn from the Hockey Asian Champions Trophy 2026, scheduled to be held in Punjab, with Bangladesh named as their replacement.

CJP leaders to reach Delhi airport amid govt crackdown

CJP leaders to reach Delhi airport amid govt crackdown

Rediff.com10 Oct 2026

The Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) is organising a protest in New Delhi, demanding the resignation of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar over alleged electoral irregularities and the deletion of names from voter rolls. CJP leaders claim activists have been detained and faced restrictions while travelling to the capital for the demonstration.

Why Suryakumar Yadav was left out of Mumbai's Ranji squad

Why Suryakumar Yadav was left out of Mumbai's Ranji squad

Rediff.com6 Oct 2026

Suryakumar Yadav's Ranji Trophy comeback has hit a roadblock after he missed Mumbai's pre-season camp and lacked recent red-ball experience.

Anil Sharma: 'Nana Patekar Would Cut My Hair'

Anil Sharma: 'Nana Patekar Would Cut My Hair'

Rediff.com12 Oct 2026

'Nana Patekar was an amazing actor, and human being.'

India U-17 show fighting spirit to hold Myanmar

India U-17 show fighting spirit to hold Myanmar

Rediff.com4 Oct 2026

The India U17 men's football team played out a 1-1 draw against Myanmar in their first friendly match in Thanlyin. Myanmar took the lead in the first half, but India equalised through a penalty in the second half, despite dominating possession.

Hardoi Seer Murder Case: Associate Apprehended

Hardoi Seer Murder Case: Associate Apprehended

Rediff.com11 Oct 2026

A 35-year-old seer was found murdered in Hardoi, Uttar Pradesh, on Sunday morning. His associate has been arrested in connection with the axe attack, and police are investigating the motive behind the killing.

Rahul Gandhi, Opposition leaders file plea in SC against voter deletions

Rahul Gandhi, Opposition leaders file plea in SC against voter deletions

Rediff.com12 Oct 2026

Major opposition leaders, including Rahul Gandhi and Mallikarjun Kharge, have filed a petition in the Supreme Court challenging alleged large-scale voter deletions and irregularities in the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls. This action follows a "March for Democracy" and a declined request to meet the Chief Justice of India regarding "vote chori" allegations.

Jio Platforms to Reliance Power: A look at India's 10 biggest IPOs

Jio Platforms to Reliance Power: A look at India's 10 biggest IPOs

Rediff.com15 Oct 2026

Jio Platforms Ltd, the digital and telecom arm of Reliance Industries, is poised to launch India's largest-ever initial public offering (IPO) at Rs 30,213 crore, surpassing Hyundai Motor India's Rs 27,870-crore offering.

University Professor Sacked And Arrested For Sexual Harassment

University Professor Sacked And Arrested For Sexual Harassment

Rediff.com12 Oct 2026

An assistant professor at a Jodhpur university was sacked and arrested following multiple allegations of sexual harassment, including sending obscene messages, pressuring students for personal relationships, and using academic performance to coerce them. The university terminated his services, and police arrested him on Monday, securing two-day custody for questioning.

Barcelona rout Getafe; 10-man Real Madrid edge Villarreal

Barcelona rout Getafe; 10-man Real Madrid edge Villarreal

Rediff.com11 Oct 2026

Barcelona secured a comfortable 3-0 victory over Getafe, extending their perfect LaLiga start and maintaining a five-point lead. Real Madrid also won 1-0 against Villarreal, despite Vinicius Jr receiving a red card, keeping them six points behind their arch-rivals.

Ganguly's big-brother bond seals Yuvraj's DC move as duo targets IPL breakthrough

Ganguly's big-brother bond seals Yuvraj's DC move as duo targets IPL breakthrough

Rediff.com14 Oct 2026

Yuvraj Singh, Delhi Capitals' assistant and batting coach, has joined forces with head coach Sourav Ganguly to instill belief within the team, aiming for an IPL playoff spot and ultimately the championship. Yuvraj emphasises self-belief, strategic team combination, and a strong team environment, drawing lessons from his playing days with Ganguly.

'Current Players Need Freedom; Coaches Need To Adapt To Their Style'

'Current Players Need Freedom; Coaches Need To Adapt To Their Style'

Rediff.com8 Oct 2026

Newly-appointed Karnataka head coach R Vinay Kumar believes his primary challenge will be understanding and adapting to the mindset of current generation players, who he feels 'need more freedom' to perform effectively.

Nana Patekar: 'Lost A Lot In Life Because Of My Nature'

Nana Patekar: 'Lost A Lot In Life Because Of My Nature'

Rediff.com10 Oct 2026

'Nana Patekar's dedication and passion were unmatchable. I remember there was a dinner sequence and the chicken had gone stale. He ate the stale chicken instead of wasting time waiting for fresh food.'

Kerala Blasters begin ISL campaign with win over Inter Kashi

Kerala Blasters begin ISL campaign with win over Inter Kashi

Rediff.com11 Oct 2026

Kerala Blasters FC defeated Inter Kashi 2-0 in their Indian Super League season opener on Sunday. Goals from Vibin Mohanan in the 18th minute and Andre Green in stoppage time secured the victory for the Blasters.

Late Drama Sees Dortmund Stumble, Lens Secure Crucial Win

Late Drama Sees Dortmund Stumble, Lens Secure Crucial Win

Rediff.com10 Oct 2026

Borussia Dortmund squandered a two-goal lead in the final minutes against former player Niclas Fullkrug's Werder Bremen, drawing 2-2 and dropping points for the first time this Bundesliga season. Meanwhile, RC Lens secured a much-needed 2-1 home victory over Olympique Lyonnais in Ligue 1, despite a late red card.

Keralam Congress seeks CJI's exit, deletes X post amid row; BJP hits back

Keralam Congress seeks CJI's exit, deletes X post amid row; BJP hits back

Rediff.com12 Oct 2026

The official Congress Keralam 'X' account posted a controversial message against CJI Surya Kant, which quickly went viral before being deleted. The party subsequently removed the individual responsible, with KPCC president Sunny Joseph stating the post was unauthorised and did not reflect the party's stance on judicial impartiality. Union Minister Kiren Rijiju criticised Congress over the incident.

Asian Champions Trophy: India To Face Bangladesh In Opener

Asian Champions Trophy: India To Face Bangladesh In Opener

Rediff.com9 Oct 2026

Asian Games champions India will commence their Asian Champions Trophy Hockey campaign against Bangladesh on October 27 in Jalandhar. The tournament, featuring six top Asian teams, will run from October 27 to November 5 across Jalandhar and Mohali, Punjab. India, five-time ACT winners, aim to continue their strong record as hosts.

How Technology Can End Exam Paper Leaks, Says Nandan Nilekani

How Technology Can End Exam Paper Leaks, Says Nandan Nilekani

Rediff.com13 Oct 2026

Nandan Nilekani, head of the task force on exam reforms, stated on Tuesday that technology and a systematic approach can solve the issue of question paper leaks. He suggested generating exam papers from a large question bank at the last minute to remove economic incentives for leaks and also proposed moving towards computer-based testing.

Congress wants 'Bangladesh-like regime change': Rajnath

Congress wants 'Bangladesh-like regime change': Rajnath

Rediff.com16 Oct 2026

Union Minister Rajnath Singh has accused the Congress and its allies of attempting to instigate a 'Bangladesh-like regime change' in India, leveraging youth energy for political confrontation and anarchy, rather than constructive nation-building.

New Leadership For Delhi Golf Club

New Leadership For Delhi Golf Club

Rediff.com10 Oct 2026

Former national golf champion Amandeep Johl has been elected captain of the Delhi Golf Club. He will lead a new committee featuring accomplished sportspersons and experienced administrators, aiming to combine sporting expertise with sound governance to nurture future golf champions.

India Face Batting Questions As Bhuvi Boosts Bowling Options In Series Decider

India Face Batting Questions As Bhuvi Boosts Bowling Options In Series Decider

Rediff.com16 Oct 2026

India may turn to Bhuvneshwar Kumar and Kuldeep Yadav for the series-deciding T20I against West Indies as they look to strengthen their bowling attack.

Hyundai Bets $15.5 Billion on India, Plans 26 Models

Hyundai Bets $15.5 Billion on India, Plans 26 Models

Rediff.com14 Oct 2026

India remains one of the Hyundai Motor group's most important and strategic markets globally. The initiative positions India as a strategic core market for the group's growth, emerging market expansion, and next-generation automotive innovation.

Co-working overtakes IT/ITeS as top office space occupier in India

Co-working overtakes IT/ITeS as top office space occupier in India

Rediff.com14 Oct 2026

For the first time, co-working spaces have surpassed the IT/ITeS sector as the largest occupier of office space in India during the January-September period, indicating a significant shift towards flexible workspaces, according to Anarock Research & Advisory.

Asian Games Bronze A Stepping Stone For Diya Chitale

Asian Games Bronze A Stepping Stone For Diya Chitale

Rediff.com14 Oct 2026

Indian table tennis player Diya Chitale, fresh off winning an Asian Games mixed doubles bronze with Manush Shah, views the medal as a crucial step towards Olympic qualification. She highlighted the importance of mental preparation and an aggressive strategy, which helped them defeat a higher-ranked Hong Kong pair. Chitale aims to improve world rankings through upcoming WTT tournaments and the World Championships.

De Zorzi ruled out, Rabada doubtful for first Test against Australia

De Zorzi ruled out, Rabada doubtful for first Test against Australia

Rediff.com5 Oct 2026

South African batsman Tony de Zorzi has been ruled out of the first Test against Australia due to a hamstring strain, adding to the team's growing injury concerns, with key paceman Kagiso Rabada also doubtful.