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Miss Sri Lanka World's Fierce Fashion Avatars

Miss Sri Lanka World's Fierce Fashion Avatars

Rediff.com30 May 2025

Anudi Gunasekara embraces bold cuts, artsy details and timeless tradition.

Ajaya Babu, Bedabrat lift record weight enroute gold

Ajaya Babu, Bedabrat lift record weight enroute gold

Rediff.com28 Aug 2025

India also had a silver medal through Grishma Thorat in the youth women's 77kg.

Why There Won't Be Another Cheteshwar Pujara

Why There Won't Be Another Cheteshwar Pujara

Rediff.com25 Aug 2025

From Rajkot's maidans to cricket's grandest arenas, Cheteshwar Pujara carved a niche as the bedrock of India's Test side. He is one of only 14 Indians to feature in more than 100 Tests, and his innings often defined India's most memorable triumphs.

Van Schalkwyk first player to hit double century in Youth ODIs

Van Schalkwyk first player to hit double century in Youth ODIs

Rediff.com26 Jul 2025

Jorich Van Schalkwyk, the 18-year-old opener for South Africa Under-19, has made history by being the first batter to slam a double-century in men's Youth ODIs.

Victory For Pooches

Victory For Pooches

Rediff.com23 Aug 2025

Glimpses from India and around the world that will make you smile and cry.

Why J&K Border Villages Are Safe Haven For Terrorists

Why J&K Border Villages Are Safe Haven For Terrorists

Rediff.com5 Sep 2025

'Why have we failed to address the issue of ensuring a requisite buffer zone in J&K, given that cross-border links of some J&K politicians are known?', asks Lieutenant General Prakash Katoch (retd).

'Shamelessly, BCCI is sending a team to play Pakistan'

'Shamelessly, BCCI is sending a team to play Pakistan'

Rediff.com20 Aug 2025

Is BCCI above national interest? Aaditya on proposed India-Pak match in Asia Cup

Gill Set For Another Game-Changing Role

Gill Set For Another Game-Changing Role

Rediff.com11 Aug 2025

Gill's recall would mark his first T20I appearance since the Sri Lanka series in July 2024, right after the T20 World Cup, where he didn't feature.

India can bank on Rawal's consistency at World Cup

India can bank on Rawal's consistency at World Cup

Rediff.com23 Aug 2025

Malhotra said India will be strong contenders to land the title in the showpiece, citing the right blend of youth and experience in the Harmanpreet Kaur-led squad.

Pakistan's Fatima Sana wants to be 'Captain Cool' like Dhoni

Pakistan's Fatima Sana wants to be 'Captain Cool' like Dhoni

Rediff.com3 Sep 2025

Pakistan women's cricket team captain Fatima Sana draws inspiration from India's World Cup-winning skipper MS Dhoni

Sobhita's Life Lately

Sobhita's Life Lately

Rediff.com9 Aug 2025

Urvashi takes a trip to Cannes... Aahana goes for a swim... Mamata goes to Dublin...

'Sport must go on, but terrorism...': Ganguly on India vs Pakistan

'Sport must go on, but terrorism...': Ganguly on India vs Pakistan

Rediff.com27 Jul 2025

Sourav Ganguly has weighed in on the upcoming India vs Pakistan clash in the Asia Cup 2025, stressing that while sports must continue, terrorism must be firmly dealt with.

Why Gill May Not Be Picked For Asia Cup

Why Gill May Not Be Picked For Asia Cup

Rediff.com18 Aug 2025

Such has been the problem of plenty for selectors in the T20 format that they are finding it difficult to even accommodate Yashasvi Jaiswal -- a proven performer in T20 cricket.

'Bumrah is one of a kind, should be well looked after'

'Bumrah is one of a kind, should be well looked after'

Rediff.com26 Aug 2025

As Jasprit Bumrah prepares for his return to the shortest format in national colours in the upcoming Asia Cup 2025, scheduled from September 9 to 28 in the UAE, former Sri Lanka all-rounder Farveez Maharoof shared his thoughts on the pacer's recurring fitness issues and how the team management could effectively manage his workload.

ICC ODI rankings: Gill stays on top; Kuldeep drops

ICC ODI rankings: Gill stays on top; Kuldeep drops

Rediff.com20 Aug 2025

Kuldeep slips to third in ODI rankings, Maharaj regains top spot

'China Is Competing In A Space Where India Was Dominant'

'China Is Competing In A Space Where India Was Dominant'

Rediff.com19 Aug 2025

'These efforts by Beijing can be weaponised one day with economic, security and political implications for India.'

Australia test Champions Trophy hopefuls in Sri Lanka

Australia test Champions Trophy hopefuls in Sri Lanka

Rediff.com11 Feb 2025

Australia's Champions Trophy roster will have a different look to the peerless squad that took a record-extending sixth World Cup title at the 2023 tournament in India.

No place for Gill, Pant, Jaiswal in India's T20 team?

No place for Gill, Pant, Jaiswal in India's T20 team?

Rediff.com12 Aug 2025

Test captain Shubman Gill also doesn't fit in the Indian T20 line-up, which has a settled top three in Abhishek Sharma, Sanju Samson and captain Suryakumar Yadav.

Bangladesh Cricket Board hires Marshall to tackle match-fixing

Bangladesh Cricket Board hires Marshall to tackle match-fixing

Rediff.com10 Aug 2025

The Bangladesh Cricket Board has roped in Alex Marshall, former head of ICC's Anti-Corruption Unit, to "enhance its reputation" after being rocked by numerous episodes of fixing in recent years.

Aussie star wary of India's spin threat at Women's WC

Aussie star wary of India's spin threat at Women's WC

Rediff.com17 Aug 2025

Batting stalwart Alyssa Healy has acknowledged that Australia will have to negotiate the spin challenge in a big way to stake claim to the World Cup for a record-extending eighth time in the Indian subcontinent.

'BCCI's greed stands above sacrifice of the armed forces'

'BCCI's greed stands above sacrifice of the armed forces'

Rediff.com15 Aug 2025

Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Aaditya Thackeray targeted the BCCI over India Pakistan cricket matches in the Asia Cup

Galle Test: Kusal's fifty rescues Sri Lanka on Day 1

Galle Test: Kusal's fifty rescues Sri Lanka on Day 1

Rediff.com6 Feb 2025

Kusal Mendis' battling half-century salvaged a difficult day one for Sri Lanka as they reached 229/9 in the second Test.

Trump's 50% tariffs on India kick in; to hit exports

Trump's 50% tariffs on India kick in; to hit exports

Rediff.com27 Aug 2025

On August 7, the US president announced doubling tariffs on Indian goods to 50 percent for India's purchases of Russian crude oil, but gave a 21-day window to negotiate an agreement.

Shock omission as hosts India reveal squad for Women's WC

Shock omission as hosts India reveal squad for Women's WC

Rediff.com19 Aug 2025

'Shafali is in our system, we have our eye on her and the more she plays she will be able to serve India in the future in ODIs.'

Girl's skeleton with toys found in Jaffna mass grave

Girl's skeleton with toys found in Jaffna mass grave

Rediff.com17 Jul 2025

Skeletal remains of a young girl have been identified among human remains exhumed from a mass grave in Sri Lanka's Jaffna district, a site linked to the LTTE conflict in the mid-1990s. The discovery has renewed calls for investigation into alleged war crimes.

How India can finally win the Women's World Cup

How India can finally win the Women's World Cup

Rediff.com14 Aug 2025

Mithali Raj feels India can end their long-standing trophy drought if they seize key moments

BCCI may host 2025 Asia Cup in Sri Lanka or UAE

BCCI may host 2025 Asia Cup in Sri Lanka or UAE

Rediff.com27 Feb 2025

BCCI could opt for a neutral venue with Pakistan unlikely to travel to India.

Monsoon Mayhem Forces Change In Travel Plans

Monsoon Mayhem Forces Change In Travel Plans

Rediff.com29 Aug 2025

Strong demand for cultural and spiritual hubs is expected for destinations like Varanasi, Kolkata during Durga Puja, and Pushkar for the camel fair, besides leisure destinations like Goa, Udaipur, Jaipur and Coorg.

Mumbai rain delays India's Asia Cup squad announcement

Mumbai rain delays India's Asia Cup squad announcement

Rediff.com19 Aug 2025

The BCCI press conference scheduled at 1.30pm in Mumbai is 'expected to be delayed owing to weather disruptions'.

A Decade of Test Thrillers: Close Calls & Classics

A Decade of Test Thrillers: Close Calls & Classics

Rediff.com5 Aug 2025

A look back at a few memorable showdowns in the last decade and half that had the quintessential crests and troughs of Test cricket.

50% tariff to severely hit exports of shrimp, apparel, diamonds and footwear

50% tariff to severely hit exports of shrimp, apparel, diamonds and footwear

Rediff.com27 Aug 2025

The USA's steep 50 per cent tariffs on Indian goods entering America will severely impact exports and job creation in labour-intensive export sectors such as shrimp, apparel, leather and gems and jewellery. Exporters said that the imposition of a 25 per cent penalty on India over and above the 25 per cent tariffs move will disrupt the flow of Indian goods to its largest export market.

When Ravan...: Minister invokes Ramayan ahead of Op Sindoor debate in Lok Sabha

When Ravan...: Minister invokes Ramayan ahead of Op Sindoor debate in Lok Sabha

Rediff.com28 Jul 2025

An aggressive opposition is expected to corner the government over US President Donald Trump's claims that he mediated to avert a nuclear war between India and Pakistan, and got them to agree on a "ceasefire".

'Israel Uses Starvation As A Weapon In Gaza'

'Israel Uses Starvation As A Weapon In Gaza'

Rediff.com9 Sep 2025

'The ruling elite are supporting those attacking the people of Gaza.' 'As a nation we should not cooperate with the oppressor regime that is allowing mass starvation as a weapon of war.'

'Can't wait to be back...' Surya sweats it out in gym!

'Can't wait to be back...' Surya sweats it out in gym!

Rediff.com8 Aug 2025

India T20I skipper Suryakumar Yadav has started putting in the hard yards on the road to recovery ahead of next month's Asia Cup.

Former Sri Lanka captain in trouble for faking 'concussion'

Former Sri Lanka captain in trouble for faking 'concussion'

Rediff.com11 Feb 2025

Dasun Shanaka found himself in trouble after he allegedly faked concussion to skip a domestic match and play for Dubai Capitals in the ILT20.

Asia Cup in UAE: India-Pak set for explosive showdown

Asia Cup in UAE: India-Pak set for explosive showdown

Rediff.com26 Jul 2025

The men's Asia Cup will be held in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) from September 9 to 28, Asian Cricket Council chairman Mohsin Naqvi announced on Saturday.

200 and Roaring! Siraj Hits Major Milestone

200 and Roaring! Siraj Hits Major Milestone

Rediff.com1 Aug 2025

Siraj has now taken 202 wickets in 101 international matches at an average of 29.06 and an economy of 4.11.

'Never Thought I Have Been Forced Out'

'Never Thought I Have Been Forced Out'

Rediff.com5 Sep 2025

'It was tough to give up cricket. But I received very good guidance from my mother. She told me to become a nice human being, whether I am a good cricketer or not.'

Women's ODI WC matches in Bengaluru in limbo!

Women's ODI WC matches in Bengaluru in limbo!

Rediff.com12 Aug 2025

Women's WC matches in Bengaluru face uncertainty, shifting of venue on cards

Shanto hits twin tons, Mathews signs off as Galle Test drawn

Shanto hits twin tons, Mathews signs off as Galle Test drawn

Rediff.com21 Jun 2025

The result was the first drawn game in Galle for 12 years.