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Left London career to join IAS, Divya Mittal quits after 13 years

Left London career to join IAS, Divya Mittal quits after 13 years

Rediff.com3 Sep 2026

Divya Mittal, a 2013-batch IAS officer and former Deoria district magistrate, has resigned from the Indian Administrative Service after 13 years. An alumna of IIT Delhi and IIM Bangalore, Mittal cited no specific reason but reflected on her journey from working in London to serving India, highlighting her impactful tenures in Mirzapur and Deoria.

Urs And Ashok Make Strong Start At PIF London Championship

Urs And Ashok Make Strong Start At PIF London Championship

Rediff.com7 Aug 2026

Indian golfers Pranavi Urs and Aditi Ashok carded identical two-under 71s in the opening round of the PIF London Championship, placing them tied 12th and in contention for a Top-10 finish. Other Indian participants, Diksha Dagar and Avani Prashanth, faced tougher starts.

Diksha Dagar, Aditi Ashok Lead Indian Challenge At London Golf Event

Diksha Dagar, Aditi Ashok Lead Indian Challenge At London Golf Event

Rediff.com5 Aug 2026

Indian golfers Diksha Dagar, Aditi Ashok, Avani Prashanth, and Pranavi Urs are set to compete in the USD 2 million PIF London Championship on the Ladies European Tour. Diksha seeks her third LET title, while Aditi aims for improved results. The tournament, hosted at Centurion Club, features a strong international field including world No. 6 Charley Hull.

Diksha Dagar Aims To Consolidate Top Position At PIF London Championship

Diksha Dagar Aims To Consolidate Top Position At PIF London Championship

Rediff.com4 Aug 2026

Indian golfer Diksha Dagar, currently sixth on the LET Order of Merit, is set to lead the Indian contingent at the PIF London Championship. She aims to strengthen her position among the Tour's top players, with other Indian golfers like Avani Prashanth, Pranavi Urs, Aditi Ashok, and Hitaashee Bakshi also participating.

Indian Golfers Diksha Dagar And Aditi Ashok Hold Strong At London Championship

Indian Golfers Diksha Dagar And Aditi Ashok Hold Strong At London Championship

Rediff.com9 Aug 2026

Indian golfers Diksha Dagar and Aditi Ashok have maintained their positions within the top-20 at the London Championship after the third round. Diksha Dagar carded a 1-over 72 to stay T-19, while Aditi Ashok also finished T-19 with a 73. Pranavi Urs, however, dropped to T-38. Canada's Anna Huang leads the tournament with a dominant 19-under-par score.

London Diaries: Every Meal Is a Gamble

London Diaries: Every Meal Is a Gamble

Rediff.com26 Jul 2026

Divya Nair shares the recipe for the perfectly-cooked salmon to be served with imperfect-looking mushroom pt and mashed potatoes, cooked with lots of love.

MMA Fighter Varun Sanyal's Unforgettable Asian Games Debut

MMA Fighter Varun Sanyal's Unforgettable Asian Games Debut

Rediff.com13 hours ago

Indian MMA fighter Varun Sanyal faced a challenging Asian Games debut, marked by logistical issues and a medical disqualification due to a weight-cutting incident. Despite the setback, Sanyal, an Indian citizen with Singapore PR, shares his journey in MMA, his 'fighting nomad' lifestyle, and his aspirations for Indian fighters.

Rinku Swaps Cricket For Football

Rinku Swaps Cricket For Football

Rediff.com6 days ago

Rinku Singh is making the most of his break in the UK, swapping cricket for football and basketball.

Germany, Spain, Britain seal Davis Cup Final 8 berths

Germany, Spain, Britain seal Davis Cup Final 8 berths

Rediff.com2 days ago

Alexander Zverev led Germany to an unassailable 3-1 lead over Croatia, securing their spot in the Davis Cup Final 8. Spain and Britain also qualified, with Italy automatically advancing as reigning champions. Other nations like Austria, Canada, South Korea, and the Czech Republic also progressed.

Maharashtra Deputy CM Shinde Concludes UK Visit, Pitches For Global Investment

Maharashtra Deputy CM Shinde Concludes UK Visit, Pitches For Global Investment

Rediff.com11 Sep 2026

Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde concluded a two-day visit to the UK, focusing on attracting foreign direct investment and promoting the state's economic potential. His engagements included receiving leadership awards, meeting with sports figures like Virat Kohli to discuss Olympic aspirations, and appealing to British investors to bring technology and capital to Maharashtra, leveraging the India-UK FTA.

Chelsea's woes continue as Brentford score historic home win

Chelsea's woes continue as Brentford score historic home win

Rediff.com3 days ago

Brentford secured a historic 3-0 victory over Chelsea in a Premier League match, with second-half goals from Jaidon Anthony, Igor Thiago, and Fabio Carvalho. This marks Chelsea's third consecutive league game without a win and Brentford's first home win against Chelsea since 1938.

Lamine Yamal: 'I deserve Ballon d'Or this year'

Lamine Yamal: 'I deserve Ballon d'Or this year'

Rediff.com14 Sep 2026

Barcelona's Lamine Yamal believes his World Cup success with Spain and LaLiga title with Barcelona should give him the advantage over Real Madrid's Kylian Mbappe in the race for the prestigious Ballon d'Or award.

Messi, Haaland and Kane headline star-studded 30-man Ballon d'Or shortlist

Messi, Haaland and Kane headline star-studded 30-man Ballon d'Or shortlist

Rediff.com8 Sep 2026

Lionel Messi has made the 2026 Ballon d'Or shortlist after another prolific season, while five-time winner Cristiano Ronaldo was omitted despite helping Al-Nassr secure the Saudi Pro League title.

Wimbledon steps up heat measures as London temperatures rise

Wimbledon steps up heat measures as London temperatures rise

Rediff.com3 Jul 2026

With the temperatures set to rise again in London, Wimbledon chiefs and accommodation organisers are making sure that the fans and players have what they need to keep cool.

Western Athletes Embrace Traditional Nomad Games in Kyrgyzstan

Western Athletes Embrace Traditional Nomad Games in Kyrgyzstan

Rediff.com11 Sep 2026

The Nomad Games, a biannual tournament of traditional nomadic sports, has drawn over 3,000 athletes from more than 100 countries to Kyrgyzstan, including many from Western nations keen to experience ancient Central Asian traditions like horseback archery and Kok Boru.

Pakistan star Muhammad Rizwan approaches ICC over corruption probe

Pakistan star Muhammad Rizwan approaches ICC over corruption probe

Rediff.com4 days ago

Former Pakistan captain Muhammad Rizwan has contacted the ICC's Anti-Corruption Unit for clarification on procedures related to corruption investigations, as he faces questioning by Pakistan's National Cyber Crime Investigation Agency (NCCIA) over alleged links to illegal betting and gambling sites. This development follows the confiscation and forensic examination of his mobile phone, alongside Imam-ul-Haq's, during a recent tour, highlighting concerns about the PCB's compliance with ICC anti-corruption protocols and Pakistan cricket's history with such scandals.

Chess didn't come super easy to me at first: Magnus Carlsen

Chess didn't come super easy to me at first: Magnus Carlsen

Rediff.com6 days ago

Chess legend Magnus Carlsen discusses his early struggles with the game, his competitive nature leading to a viral moment, and how fatherhood has impacted his professional life.

Soha-Kunal's Beautiful London Holiday, Clicked by Inaaya

Soha-Kunal's Beautiful London Holiday, Clicked by Inaaya

Rediff.com13 Jun 2026

Soha Ali Khan and Kunal Kemmu shares charming glimpses of their London vacation.

Arsenal bounce back to beat Chelsea 2-1, maintain perfect start

Arsenal bounce back to beat Chelsea 2-1, maintain perfect start

Rediff.com7 Sep 2026

Arsenal successfully defended their Premier League title challenge by defeating Chelsea 2-1, recovering from an early concession with goals from Kai Havertz and captain Martin Odegaard, maintaining a perfect start to the season.

England Dethrone India As World No 1 After Sweeping Sri Lanka 3-0

England Dethrone India As World No 1 After Sweeping Sri Lanka 3-0

Rediff.com3 days ago

Jos Buttler's unbeaten half-century led England to an emphatic eight-wicket victory over Sri Lanka, completing a 3-0 T20 series whitewash and elevating England to the top of the T20 world rankings.

Premier League: Carrick Under Pressure as Man Utd Look to Revive Season at Fulham

Premier League: Carrick Under Pressure as Man Utd Look to Revive Season at Fulham

Rediff.com5 days ago

Manchester United and Tottenham face crucial Premier League tests this weekend, while Arsenal, Man City, Liverpool and Chelsea seek momentum.

Arsenal maintain perfect start; Liverpool, Chelsea held

Arsenal maintain perfect start; Liverpool, Chelsea held

Rediff.com13 Sep 2026

Champions Arsenal secured a 2-0 victory over Sunderland, maintaining their perfect start to the Premier League season and moving clear at the top. Meanwhile, title contenders Liverpool and Chelsea were held to draws against Fulham and Hull City respectively. Other notable results include Aston Villa's loss to Nottingham Forest, Ipswich's win against Crystal Palace, and Tottenham's continued struggle to score goals.

India's new spin star Manav Suthar continues County surge with seven-wicket match haul

India's new spin star Manav Suthar continues County surge with seven-wicket match haul

Rediff.com5 Sep 2026

Indian cricketers Manav Suthar, Auqib Nabi, Yuzvendra Chahal, and Mayank Agarwal showcased strong performances in the English County Championship, with Suthar's seven-wicket haul leading Warwickshire to an innings victory.

16-year-old Dowman steals Arsenal's League Cup show

16-year-old Dowman steals Arsenal's League Cup show

Rediff.com6 days ago

Arsenal's 16-year-old Max Dowman scored twice in a 4-2 League Cup victory over Ipswich Town, continuing their perfect season start. Liverpool also advanced to the fourth round, beating Tottenham Hotspur 3-1 at Anfield. Other Premier League teams Fulham and Brentford also secured wins, while third-tier Peterborough progressed via a penalty shootout.

MCA unveils Rs 500 Cr subsidy for clubs, names Wankhede lounges after Tendulkar, Rahane

MCA unveils Rs 500 Cr subsidy for clubs, names Wankhede lounges after Tendulkar, Rahane

Rediff.com11 Sep 2026

The Mumbai Cricket Association (MCA) has significantly increased its subsidy corpus for affiliated clubs to Rs 500 crore over the next decade, aiming to bolster grassroots cricket infrastructure. Additionally, the MCA decided to name lounges at the iconic Wankhede Stadium after cricket legends Sachin Tendulkar, Ajinkya Rahane, and late Madhav Mantri.

Barcelona sign Gabriel Jesus amid growing Julian Alvarez speculation

Barcelona sign Gabriel Jesus amid growing Julian Alvarez speculation

Rediff.com1 Sep 2026

Barcelona have signed Gabriel Jesus from Arsenal on a three-year deal, strengthening their attack while speculation continues over Julian Alvarez amid Atletico Madrid's reluctance to sell.

Months after Nitin Patel's Exit, BCCI still searching for CoE Sports Science head

Months after Nitin Patel's Exit, BCCI still searching for CoE Sports Science head

Rediff.com11 Sep 2026

The BCCI has opened applications for the Head of Sports Science and Medicine position at its Centre of Excellence, a role that has remained vacant since March 2025 despite previous attempts to fill it. The successful candidate will provide strategic leadership for sports science and medicine services, focusing on player welfare, injury prevention, and rehabilitation for elite Indian cricketers.

Axed Pakistan Players Summoned For Charles Meet

Axed Pakistan Players Summoned For Charles Meet

Rediff.com3 Sep 2026

Pakistan's axed players were summoned to attend a meeting with King Charles amid PCB fears over a low turnout.

Premier League: Liverpool's struggles continue with Fulham draw, Chelsea held by Hull

Premier League: Liverpool's struggles continue with Fulham draw, Chelsea held by Hull

Rediff.com12 Sep 2026

Liverpool's early season woes persisted with a goalless draw against Fulham, while Chelsea needed a late equaliser from Joao Pedro to salvage a 2-2 draw against surprise package Hull City. Nottingham Forest secured a late win against Aston Villa, and 10-man Crystal Palace fell to Ipswich Town in a thrilling encounter.

ATC 'technical issue' grounds flights across UK airports

ATC 'technical issue' grounds flights across UK airports

Rediff.com8 Sep 2026

A 'technical issue' in the UK's National Air Traffic Services (NATS) flight processing system grounded hundreds of flights across the UK, including long-haul routes to and from India, leading to widespread disruption and prompting Ryanair to demand the resignation of NATS CEO Martin Rolfe.

What Gandhi's Passport Application Looked Like

What Gandhi's Passport Application Looked Like

Rediff.com21 Aug 2026

Gandhi's 1931 passport for his travel to London was issued in Bombay. It was the last time the Mahatma travelled abroad.

Undisputed boxing queen Katie Taylor ends career in style

Undisputed boxing queen Katie Taylor ends career in style

Rediff.com6 Sep 2026

Irish boxing legend Katie Taylor has retired from professional boxing after a stellar career, concluding with a unanimous decision victory over Flora Pili at Croke Park. Before a massive 83,000-strong home crowd, Taylor, an undisputed world super-lightweight champion, celebrated her final fight, reflecting on her journey from Olympic gold to professional dominance.

Air India UK Traffic Slumps After Crash

Air India UK Traffic Slumps After Crash

Rediff.com8 Sep 2026

Passenger traffic Y-o-Y fell 26.8 per cent in April and 24.6 per cent in May, while capacity declined 9.6 per cent and 11.3 per cent, respectively.

Why Is Colombo Still Biased Against Jaffna?

Why Is Colombo Still Biased Against Jaffna?

Rediff.com5 days ago

'The way the government behaves, sometimes I ask myself: Are not Tamils Sri Lankans too? Why do you discriminate so much?'

Serena dream still unfulfilled for Thea Frodin after US Open debut

Serena dream still unfulfilled for Thea Frodin after US Open debut

Rediff.com2 Sep 2026

Thea Frodin made her US Open debut on Tuesday but one dream remains unfulfilled for the 17-year-old, who is still waiting to meet Serena Williams five years after appearing as the American's tennis double in the film King Richard.

Serena-Venus Williams get another shot at US Open glory

Serena-Venus Williams get another shot at US Open glory

Rediff.com26 Aug 2026

Tennis legends Serena and Venus Williams have been granted a women's doubles wildcard entry for the upcoming U.S. Open, marking their return to the tournament as a pair after Serena's previous farewell.

9 Of India's Most Traffic Congested Cities

9 Of India's Most Traffic Congested Cities

Rediff.com29 Aug 2026

Heavy traffic continues to eat into commuters' time. Here are India's most congested cities.

British parentage, Indian ownership: The Royal Enfield Story

British parentage, Indian ownership: The Royal Enfield Story

Rediff.com4 Sep 2026

"When Royal Enfield turned 100, we were struggling for survival"

Premier League: Manchester City scrape past promoted Coventry City

Premier League: Manchester City scrape past promoted Coventry City

Rediff.com6 Sep 2026

Manchester City secured a narrow 1-0 victory over promoted Coventry City in the Premier League, maintaining their perfect start to the season despite a significant spending spree. Other matches saw Crystal Palace claim their first win against Fulham, while Newcastle United, Tottenham Hotspur, Brighton, Leeds, Brentford, and Sunderland all played out draws. Several teams, including Coventry and Fulham, remain without points after three games.

Arsenal Begin Premier League Title Defence With Coventry Rout

Arsenal Begin Premier League Title Defence With Coventry Rout

Rediff.com22 Aug 2026

Arsenal commenced their Premier League title defence with a commanding 3-0 victory over newly-promoted Coventry City. Goals from Kai Havertz, Bukayo Saka, and Martin Odegaard secured the win, showcasing Arsenal's intent for the season.