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'This 2,000 MDR Limit Is Bogus'

'This 2,000 MDR Limit Is Bogus'

Rediff.com5 days ago

'These limits will change. Very soon restrictions, restrictions will come.'

Women's Asia Cup: India keep bowlers fresh with clear workload management plan

Women's Asia Cup: India keep bowlers fresh with clear workload management plan

Rediff.com2 Sep 2026

India women's bowling coach Avishkar Salvi detailed the team's comprehensive workload management plans for all bowlers, ensuring optimal performance through various phases of training and rest. He also addressed the recent batting collapse against Thailand, acknowledging occasional shortfalls but highlighting the team's resilience and lower-order contributions.

Beware These Insurance Sales Traps

Beware These Insurance Sales Traps

Rediff.com1 days ago

If a bank sold the policy, complain to its grievance cell and, if necessary, escalate the complaint to the Reserve Bank of India Ombudsman.

Zoho Launches AI-Powered Zia Chat And Industry-Specific SaaS Solutions

Zoho Launches AI-Powered Zia Chat And Industry-Specific SaaS Solutions

Rediff.com3 days ago

Homegrown software company Zoho has launched Zia Chat, a unified AI interface designed to streamline business operations across various functions. Alongside this, Zoho announced its entry into vertical SaaS with seven industry-specific applications for sectors like retail, automotive, healthcare, and education, reinforcing its position as a 'Swadeshi' alternative to global tech giants.

'Important to keep the standards high': Harmanpreet salutes India after Pakistan rout

'Important to keep the standards high': Harmanpreet salutes India after Pakistan rout

Rediff.com6 Sep 2026

India secured a dominant seven-wicket victory over arch-rivals Pakistan in an inconsequential Women's Asia Cup T20 match.

Coal Stocks at 74 Indian Power Plants Plummet to Just 7 Days

Coal Stocks at 74 Indian Power Plants Plummet to Just 7 Days

Rediff.com3 days ago

Coal inventories at India's thermal power stations have fallen to 22.9 million tonnes, providing only a seven-day fuel cover and affecting 74 out of 190 plants, a situation last seen in October 2023.

Kabaddi Star Pawan Sehrawat Explains His 'High Flyer' Nickname

Kabaddi Star Pawan Sehrawat Explains His 'High Flyer' Nickname

Rediff.com4 days ago

Indian kabaddi star Pawan Sehrawat, known as the 'High Flyer' for his six-foot jumps, shared the origin of his nickname and his journey in the sport. He also expressed pride in being a flag bearer and India's ambition to defend its Asian Games gold medal in kabaddi.

Indian Expat's Dismembered Body Found In Car Boot In Sharjah

Indian Expat's Dismembered Body Found In Car Boot In Sharjah

Rediff.com2 days ago

An Indian expat from Udupi, Alwin Prakash Kunder, was allegedly murdered in Sharjah, UAE, with his dismembered body found in his car. His family grew suspicious after unusual messages and a missing person report led to the discovery. Udupi police are now assisting the family in coordinating with UAE authorities for the investigation.

Indian Kabaddi Teams Begin Asian Games Title Defence With Strong Wins

Indian Kabaddi Teams Begin Asian Games Title Defence With Strong Wins

Rediff.com4 days ago

Defending champions Indian men's and women's kabaddi teams have made strong starts to their Asian Games campaign, securing decisive victories over Japan and Bangladesh in their respective opening matches. The men's team defeated hosts Japan 49-24, while the women's team overcame Bangladesh 42-21.

Gulveer Singh's Asian Games Silver: A Testament To Strategic Racing

Gulveer Singh's Asian Games Silver: A Testament To Strategic Racing

Rediff.com19 hours ago

Indian long-distance runner Gulveer Singh clinched a silver medal in the men's 10,000m at the Asian Games, clocking 28:29.38 minutes. This achievement marks an upgrade from his previous bronze and adds to his impressive tally of international medals, including a silver at the Commonwealth Games. Gulveer attributed his success to a strategic race plan and dedicated support team.

Now, Google to share child abuse case details with govt

Now, Google to share child abuse case details with govt

Rediff.com3 days ago

Search engine major Google will also start sharing details of child sexual abuse cases and repeat offenders with the cybercrime division of the Indian Cybercrime Coordination Centre (I4C) of the Ministry of Home Affairs.

Asian Games: Indian Women's Hockey Team Routs Indonesia 17-1

Asian Games: Indian Women's Hockey Team Routs Indonesia 17-1

Rediff.com5 days ago

The Indian women's hockey team secured a dominant 17-1 victory over Indonesia in their second Pool B match at the Asian Games.

Indian Athletes Eye Historic Golds And Podium Finishes At Asian Games

Indian Athletes Eye Historic Golds And Podium Finishes At Asian Games

Rediff.com3 days ago

India's athletics campaign at the Asian Games is set to begin, with star shot putter Tajinderpal Singh Toor aiming for a historic third consecutive gold. Long jumper Murali Sreeshankar and long-distance runner Gulveer Singh are also looking to upgrade their previous medals. Despite Neeraj Chopra's absence, the 75-member Indian team targets 25-30 medals across various events, including steeplechase, javelin, and high jump, facing strong competition from other Asian athletes.

Abhay, Veer, Tanvi make winning Asian Games start

Abhay, Veer, Tanvi make winning Asian Games start

Rediff.com3 days ago

Indian squash players Abhay Singh, Veer Chotrani, and Tanvi Khanna secured their spots in the round of 16 at the Asian Games. Abhay Singh and Tanvi Khanna won their opening matches convincingly, while Veer Chotrani also advanced. Anahat Singh is set to begin her campaign, with the ultimate prize for winners being direct entry to the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics.

Joshna Chinappa chases elusive Asian Games gold at 40

Joshna Chinappa chases elusive Asian Games gold at 40

Rediff.com1 days ago

Indian squash veteran Joshna Chinappa, at 40, continues to defy age, securing her sixth Asian Games medal in her record seventh appearance. She attributes her remarkable longevity to rigorous training, meditation, and a dedicated support team, while also expressing her desire for an elusive Asian Games gold and her hopes for Indian squash at the 2028 Olympics.

Two Indian students killed in air accident during Canada training

Two Indian students killed in air accident during Canada training

Rediff.com5 days ago

Two Indian students, Manoj Sivakumar from Tamil Nadu and Srisaran Thirugnanasambantham from Puducherry, tragically died in an air accident in Canada while undergoing flight training. The Consulate General of India in Vancouver has expressed condolences and offered consular assistance for the repatriation of their remains.

Women's Asia Cup: India look to fix batting woes against Hong Kong

Women's Asia Cup: India look to fix batting woes against Hong Kong

Rediff.com2 Sep 2026

India's women's cricket team will face Hong Kong in their second Women's T20 Asia Cup match, aiming to address batting collapses experienced in their opening game against Thailand. Despite a comfortable win, the team seeks a more complete performance, with key players like Shafali Verma and Deepti Sharma in form, while others like Smriti Mandhana and Harmanpreet Kaur look to regain form. Hong Kong, having lost to Thailand, will rely on players like Marina Lamplough and Kary Chan to challenge India.

Visa Rules Slow Study Abroad

Visa Rules Slow Study Abroad

Rediff.com5 days ago

The number of Indians travelling abroad for education fell from 908,364 in 2023 to 770,127 in 2024 and 626,606 in 2025.

Alternative Fuels Overtake Petrol as India's Auto Retail Sales Hit Record 24.23 Lakh Units in August

Alternative Fuels Overtake Petrol as India's Auto Retail Sales Hit Record 24.23 Lakh Units in August

Rediff.com7 Sep 2026

India's automobile retail sales reached an unprecedented 24.23 lakh units in August, marking a 17.51 per cent year-on-year growth, with alternative fuels (CNG, hybrid, and electric) collectively surpassing petrol in the passenger vehicle segment for the first time.

Indian Shooters Clinch Two Bronze Medals At Asian Games

Indian Shooters Clinch Two Bronze Medals At Asian Games

Rediff.com3 days ago

India's men's and women's skeet shooting teams have both secured bronze medals at the Asian Games in Nagoya. While the teams celebrated podium finishes, individual shooters Raiza Dhillon, Parinaaz Dhaliwal, and Anantjeet Singh Naruka, despite reaching the finals, narrowly missed out on individual medals. This marks India's first-ever Asian Games medal in the women's team skeet event.

'NSE's role as trading platform will prevail over business interest'

'NSE's role as trading platform will prevail over business interest'

Rediff.com1 days ago

National Stock Exchange (NSE) Chairman Srinivas Injeti stated that post-listing, the exchange's duties as a stock trading marketplace and its responsibilities as a commercial entity will see public interest overriding business interests if the two intersect.

When poll panel rift spilled into the open

When poll panel rift spilled into the open

Rediff.com2 days ago

The article details a history of internal disagreements among Election Commissioners in India, highlighting instances from 1993 to the present, including clashes between CECs and commissioners over various issues like removal recommendations, dissent notes, and affidavits, culminating in recent objections regarding voter list revisions.

P T Usha Criticises Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games' Non-Traditional Athletes Village

P T Usha Criticises Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games' Non-Traditional Athletes Village

Rediff.com3 days ago

Indian Olympic Association president P T Usha has voiced strong objections to the Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games organisers' decision to forgo a conventional Athletes Village, opting instead for dispersed accommodation including a cruise ship. Usha, a former Asian Games athlete, highlighted the importance of a centralised village for athlete interaction and expressed concerns about logistical challenges and venue distances. She believes the traditional village system will endure despite this experiment and shared her excitement for India's performance and future hosting ambitions.

Indian Women's Table Tennis Team Advances To Asian Games Quarterfinals

Indian Women's Table Tennis Team Advances To Asian Games Quarterfinals

Rediff.com5 days ago

The Indian women's table tennis team secured a dominant 3-0 victory over Pakistan, topping Group F with three consecutive wins and advancing to the quarterfinals of the Asian Games. Key players Sutirtha Mukherjee, Syndrela Das, and Sreeja Akula contributed to the decisive win.

Why Couldn't India Get Dinusha Out?

Why Couldn't India Get Dinusha Out?

Rediff.com28 Aug 2026

'Every batter has a shortcoming somewhere. You need to find where the shortcoming is.'

Former India Coach Soumyadeep Roy Back For Asian Games After Tokyo Controversy

Former India Coach Soumyadeep Roy Back For Asian Games After Tokyo Controversy

Rediff.com3 Sep 2026

Former India international and coach Soumyadeep Roy is set to join the national table tennis squad for the upcoming Asian Games as a personal coach, five years after being embroiled in a match-fixing controversy at the Tokyo Olympics. Despite the past issues and the suspension of the TTFI, Roy aims to guide his players and contribute to India's medal prospects.

EC reacts after report flags differences in poll panel on SIR

EC reacts after report flags differences in poll panel on SIR

Rediff.com3 days ago

Election Commissioners Sukhbir Singh Sandhu and Vivek Joshi reportedly flagged multiple issues during the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of voter rolls, including name deletions. Despite a media report suggesting 14 objections over 10 months, Election Commission officials assert that all decisions, including SIR, were unanimous and approved by all commissioners. The report also highlights opposition parties' criticism of the SIR, alleging it targets non-BJP aligned voters.

Air India Pilot Fails Drug Test Following Mid-Air Hydraulic Failure

Air India Pilot Fails Drug Test Following Mid-Air Hydraulic Failure

Rediff.com4 Sep 2026

An Air India Airbus A320 experienced a near-simultaneous loss of all three hydraulic systems mid-flight, causing an altitude upset and injuring 24 people. A preliminary investigation revealed the pilot-in-command tested positive for a psychoactive substance post-flight, leading to their termination, while the technical aspects of the incident are still under scrutiny.

The Importance Of Veer Guardian

The Importance Of Veer Guardian

Rediff.com5 days ago

The political confidence required to place high-end Japanese aircraft and personnel on Indian soil is itself a data point.
It indicates a level of trust that would have been difficult to imagine when India-Japan defence ties were largely symbolic, explains Varun Arya.

Indian killed in missile attack on merchant vessel near coast of Oman

Indian killed in missile attack on merchant vessel near coast of Oman

Rediff.com2 days ago

An Indian seafarer from Uttar Pradesh, Wiper Suraj Yadav, was killed after sustaining head injuries in a missile attack on the Antigua and Barbuda-flagged bulk carrier MV Cape Dao off the coast of Oman. The vessel was carrying 20 Indian seafarers, 19 of whom were safely evacuated.

India A set to tour New Zealand for crucial Test series preparation

India A set to tour New Zealand for crucial Test series preparation

Rediff.com1 Sep 2026

India A will play three four-day matches against New Zealand A in Christchurch starting October 24, serving as a crucial build-up for the senior Indian team's two-Test series against New Zealand later in the tour. These matches are part of New Zealand Cricket's domestic red-ball schedule.

Pranati Nayak eyes Asian Games vault glory

Pranati Nayak eyes Asian Games vault glory

Rediff.com3 days ago

India's sole gymnast, Pranati Nayak, has successfully qualified for the vault finals at the Asian Games, finishing seventh among 19 competitors in the artistic gymnastics event.

India's Biggest Stock Market Booms And Busts

India's Biggest Stock Market Booms And Busts

Rediff.com1 Sep 2026

'Every period of excessive optimism eventually gives way to a correction, while periods of extreme pessimism often create the best investment opportunities.'

Anant Nag: 'This Award Does Not Belong To Me Alone'

Anant Nag: 'This Award Does Not Belong To Me Alone'

Rediff.com2 days ago

'This award does not belong to me alone, but to everyone who has worked with me tirelessly including directors, producers, costume, makeup, assistant directors, dialogue writers and others.'

V V S Laxman to coach India men's team at Asian Games 2026

V V S Laxman to coach India men's team at Asian Games 2026

Rediff.com3 Sep 2026

VVS Laxman, BCCI's Centre of Excellence chief, will coach the Indian men's cricket team at the upcoming Asian Games 2026 in Aichi-Nagoya, Japan. He will be assisted by Sunil Joshi, Hrishikesh Kanitkar, and Subhadeep Ghosh. Gautam Gambhir, the regular head coach, will be with the senior team for the West Indies ODI series. Amol Muzumdar will continue as the head coach for the Indian women's team, who will also defend their title.

Anil Kapoor Vs Rohit Sharma: Who's More Entertaining?

Anil Kapoor Vs Rohit Sharma: Who's More Entertaining?

Rediff.com5 days ago

Hosts Anil Kapoor and Rohit Sharma bring their own brand of charm and humour to two new game shows that promise to make your weekends more entertaining, observes Divya Nair.

ECs Disagreed With CEC On SIR

ECs Disagreed With CEC On SIR

Rediff.com3 days ago

Election Commissioners Sukhbir Singh Sandhu and Vivek Joshi repeatedly recorded that they had not been consulted or informed about decisions taken in the Commission's name, revealed an Indian Express report on Wednesday morning.

Indian Football Team Aims To Learn From Panama Friendly

Indian Football Team Aims To Learn From Panama Friendly

Rediff.com1 days ago

Indian football coach Khalid Jamil and goalkeeper Gurpreet Singh Sandhu view the upcoming FIFA international friendly against World Cup participant Panama as a crucial learning opportunity. They believe playing stronger teams is essential for India's development and ambition to become a world-class football nation, despite Panama's superior ranking and World Cup experience. The match is seen as a chance to understand the demands of top-tier football and integrate younger players into the squad.

Smriti Mandhana Becomes T20I's Highest Run-Scorer

Smriti Mandhana Becomes T20I's Highest Run-Scorer

Rediff.com5 days ago

Smriti Mandhana added another landmark to her already impressive T20I career on Sunday, becoming the highest run-scorer in women's T20Is during India's Asian Games semifinal against Bangladesh.

Amid row, EC officials say ECINet functions decentralised

Amid row, EC officials say ECINet functions decentralised

Rediff.com1 days ago

The Election Commission has clarified that its ECINet platform is decentralised, with statutory functions performed only by designated officials, not headquarters staff. This comes after concerns were raised about the centralisation of electoral roll databases. The EC also defended the legality of an additional declaration sought from new voters during the Special Intensive Revision, citing unanimous commission approval and a Supreme Court judgment.