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Ruthless Touch And Street Smarts: The Secret Of Morocco's Evolution

Ruthless Touch And Street Smarts: The Secret Of Morocco's Evolution

Rediff.com5 Jul 2026

Morocco showcased their evolution as a top football nation with a comprehensive 3-0 victory over Canada in the World Cup last 16.

Indian Gymnasts Fine-Tune Preparations In London For Commonwealth Games

Indian Gymnasts Fine-Tune Preparations In London For Commonwealth Games

Rediff.com4 Jul 2026

India's artistic gymnastics squad is undergoing a three-week training camp in London before heading to Glasgow for the Commonwealth Games. The camp, funded by SAI, aims to fine-tune preparations for both men's and women's teams, including Olympian Pranati Nayak. The team will travel directly to Glasgow on July 20.

Can Zverev finally crack Sinner and Alcaraz?

Can Zverev finally crack Sinner and Alcaraz?

Rediff.com13 Jul 2026

Alexander Zverev, after reaching the Wimbledon final and losing to Jannik Sinner, believes his new attacking strategy will help him challenge the dominance of Sinner and Carlos Alcaraz. Despite the loss, Zverev's improved performance and first Grand Slam win at the French Open indicate a significant shift in his game, aiming for consistent success against the sport's top players.

Cristiano Ronaldo's World Cup Dream Ends In Tears

Cristiano Ronaldo's World Cup Dream Ends In Tears

Rediff.com7 Jul 2026

Cristiano Ronaldo's final World Cup campaign concluded with an emotional defeat for Portugal against Spain.

BJP's Rajya Sabha nominations signal strategic shift in Bengal politics

BJP's Rajya Sabha nominations signal strategic shift in Bengal politics

Rediff.com10 Jul 2026

The BJP's decision to nominate three former TMC MPs for Rajya Sabha bypolls immediately after their induction into the party signals a strategic shift towards consolidating its position in West Bengal politics through selective accommodation of opposition leaders and organisational expansion.

FIFA World Cup 2026: Switzerland target Argentina's weaknesses in last-eight clash

FIFA World Cup 2026: Switzerland target Argentina's weaknesses in last-eight clash

Rediff.com11 Jul 2026

Switzerland players have heaped praise on Lionel Messi ahead of Saturday's World Cup quarter-final against Argentina, but said they have identified weaknesses in the defending champions and believe they can cause an upset.

Indian Athletics Series Final Leg To Feature Asian Games Contingent

Indian Athletics Series Final Leg To Feature Asian Games Contingent

Rediff.com4 Jul 2026

All Indian track and field athletes selected for the Asian Games will compete in the final leg of the Indian Athletics Series on September 10. The schedule for other legs of the series has also been revised, while a group of athletes has departed for Europe to prepare for the Commonwealth Games.

NSE targets to launch Rs 30,000-cr IPO in Sep

NSE targets to launch Rs 30,000-cr IPO in Sep

Rediff.com6 Jul 2026

The National Stock Exchange (NSE) is reportedly planning to launch its much-anticipated initial public offering (IPO), estimated at around Rs 30,000 crore, in September, potentially valuing the exchange at over Rs 5 lakh crore.

Dan Burn: From Rejection to World Cup Hero at 34

Dan Burn: From Rejection to World Cup Hero at 34

Rediff.com13 Jul 2026

England defender Dan Burn, 34, has emerged as an unlikely hero at the World Cup, making crucial clearances and blocks in high-pressure matches against Mexico and Norway, defying a career path that saw him released by Newcastle as a boy and playing in lower divisions.

Delhi Prisons Exceed Capacity, Majority Of Inmates Are Undertrials

Delhi Prisons Exceed Capacity, Majority Of Inmates Are Undertrials

Rediff.com8 May 2026

Delhi prisons are severely overcrowded, housing nearly double their authorised capacity, with undertrials making up the vast majority of the inmate population, according to the latest NCRB data.

'MS Dhoni won an era': Raina, Chopra pay heartfelt tribute

'MS Dhoni won an era': Raina, Chopra pay heartfelt tribute

Rediff.com7 Jul 2026

Former Indian cricketers Suresh Raina, Munaf Patel, and Aakash Chopra extended their birthday greetings to former India captain MS Dhoni as he turned 45. They lauded his inspiring journey from a ticket collector to a trophy-winning captain, highlighting his legacy beyond records and his impact on an entire era of cricket.

FIFA World Cup: England vs Argentina: A semi-final for the ages

FIFA World Cup: England vs Argentina: A semi-final for the ages

Rediff.com12 Jul 2026

England's football team has reached the World Cup semi-finals, demonstrating significant resilience by overcoming setbacks. They are set to face old rivals Argentina, a match steeped in history. The team's success is largely attributed to the partnership of Harry Kane and Jude Bellingham, who have scored a combined 12 goals. Coach Thomas Tuchel acknowledges the team's fighting spirit but also sees room for improvement as they aim to end a 60-year wait for a World Cup title.

Bengaluru Police Arrest Four In Major Drug Bust, Seize Rs 14.94 Lakh Worth Of Narcotics

Bengaluru Police Arrest Four In Major Drug Bust, Seize Rs 14.94 Lakh Worth Of Narcotics

Rediff.com9 Jun 2026

Bengaluru police have arrested four individuals, including three from other states, for allegedly selling various prohibited narcotic substances like ganja, MDMA, methamphetamine, and codeine cough syrup. The arrests led to the seizure of drugs and a car, with a total market value of Rs 14.94 lakh. The accused confessed to purchasing drugs at lower prices and selling them to the public and college students for profit.

Out-of-court settlement fails in Gyanvapi, Mathura, Sambhal disputes

Out-of-court settlement fails in Gyanvapi, Mathura, Sambhal disputes

Rediff.com13 Jul 2026

Efforts to resolve three major religious site disputes in Uttar Pradesh - Gyanvapi, Sri Krishna Janmabhoomi-Shahi Eidgah, and Sambhal Shahi Jama Masjid - through out-of-court settlements have failed, with all parties insisting on judicial adjudication.

Massive fire breaks out at Bengal's Haldia refinery, 20 injured

Massive fire breaks out at Bengal's Haldia refinery, 20 injured

Rediff.com30 Jun 2026

A major fire at a naphtha pipeline in Haldia, West Bengal, injured over 10 people and damaged railway equipment, disrupting services. Firefighting operations are ongoing, and an investigation into the cause has been launched.

Why a two-thirds RS majority out of reach for NDA despite Bengal win

Why a two-thirds RS majority out of reach for NDA despite Bengal win

Rediff.com5 May 2026

Despite recent gains, the BJP-led NDA is unlikely to achieve a two-thirds majority in the Rajya Sabha in the near future, highlighting the challenges in passing key legislation requiring constitutional amendments.

'Suffering is in our DNA': Scaloni hails Argentina's fighting spirit

'Suffering is in our DNA': Scaloni hails Argentina's fighting spirit

Rediff.com12 Jul 2026

Argentina coach Lionel Scaloni lauded his team's ability to 'suffer without losing belief' after their dramatic 3-1 extra-time victory over Switzerland in the World Cup quarter-finals, highlighting their growth in navigating challenging situations.

Over 46,000 in six districts hit by Assam floods as Brahmaputra overflows

Over 46,000 in six districts hit by Assam floods as Brahmaputra overflows

Rediff.com1 Jul 2026

Assam's flood situation continues to worsen, affecting 46,000 people across six districts, with Dhemaji being the most severely impacted. The first flood-related fatality has been reported, and major rivers are flowing above danger levels, causing extensive damage to infrastructure and submerging vast areas of cropland.

'Future Attacks Are Going To Be Autonomously Run By AI'

'Future Attacks Are Going To Be Autonomously Run By AI'

Rediff.com6 Jul 2026

''When these agents are deployed at enterprise-grade scale, your risk will not just amplify, it will mutate.' 'And the reason is because you will have ungoverned agents.'

8 Guinness World Chocolate Records

8 Guinness World Chocolate Records

Rediff.com9 Jul 2026

Think chocolate is just for eating? Think again. Chocolate is also all about competitions too and breaking records.

Confident Belgium Plot Spain Upset In FIFA World Cup Quarter-Final

Confident Belgium Plot Spain Upset In FIFA World Cup Quarter-Final

Rediff.com9 Jul 2026

Thibaut Courtois, Belgium's goalkeeper, expresses confidence in his team's ability to surprise Spain in the upcoming World Cup quarter-final. Despite a shaky group stage, Belgium has shown improved form, and Courtois believes they have the qualities to challenge the European champions. He acknowledges Spain's strengths but highlights Belgium's potential for an upset, drawing on his personal experience playing in Spain.

Who Will Lift The FIFA World Cup Trophy? Meet The Final 8 Teams

Who Will Lift The FIFA World Cup Trophy? Meet The Final 8 Teams

Rediff.com9 Jul 2026

The FIFA World Cup 2026 quarter-finals are set, featuring a diverse lineup of one South American, one African, and six European teams, including defending champions Argentina and France, alongside surprise packages like Morocco and Norway, all vying for football's ultimate prize.

Indian Equities Extend Gains as Crude Prices Ease, IT Stocks Surge

Indian Equities Extend Gains as Crude Prices Ease, IT Stocks Surge

Rediff.com2 Jul 2026

Indian stock market benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty closed nearly one per cent higher, extending their winning streak for a second day. This rally was driven by softening crude oil prices, positive geopolitical developments, and significant buying in blue-chip IT stocks, despite a broader global tech sell-off.

Flows return to gold, silver ETFs as correction brings back shine

Flows return to gold, silver ETFs as correction brings back shine

Rediff.com10 Jul 2026

Investor interest in precious metal exchange-traded funds (ETFs) rebounded sharply in June, with silver ETFs attracting an estimated 4,900 crore and gold ETFs around 2,900 crore in net inflows, following a significant correction in gold and silver prices.

Rupee Exchange Rate Is Not Just A Number

Rupee Exchange Rate Is Not Just A Number

Rediff.com6 Jul 2026

If we really want to curb the further depreciation of the rupee and make the rupee appreciate, we want to come out of the mindset that the exchange rate is merely a number, bring policy corrections to help reduce the outflow of foreign exchange by imposing suitable tariffs to discourage imports and bring self reliance, discipline FPIs, and correcting rules governing royalty outflows, suggests Dr Ashwani Mahajan, National Co-Convenor, Swadeshi Jagaran Manch.

Delhi Police Uncovers Major Drug Syndicate, Seizes Cocaine

Delhi Police Uncovers Major Drug Syndicate, Seizes Cocaine

Rediff.com26 Apr 2026

Delhi Police have arrested two individuals and dismantled a significant interstate drug trafficking operation, confiscating approximately five kg of high-quality cocaine worth over Rs 5 crore.

Over 10 dead as monsoon batters several states; Uttarakhand on alert

Over 10 dead as monsoon batters several states; Uttarakhand on alert

Rediff.com10 Jul 2026

Torrential monsoon rains unleashed widespread destruction across several parts of the country on Thursday, inundating roads, uprooting trees, damaging property and disrupting normal life as authorities scrambled to restore normalcy.

Tata Steel aims to spend Rs 20,000 cr in FY27

Tata Steel aims to spend Rs 20,000 cr in FY27

Rediff.com5 Jul 2026

Tata Steel plans to invest approximately Rs 20,000 crore in capital expenditure during the current financial year (FY27), a significant increase from the previous year, with 60 per cent of this allocation directed towards its India business for expansion, new technologies, and sustainability.

Naviq Technology To Revolutionise Global Travel With $500 Million AI Investment

Naviq Technology To Revolutionise Global Travel With $500 Million AI Investment

Rediff.com9 Jul 2026

IBS Group has launched Naviq Technology, an artificial intelligence company dedicated to the global travel industry, backed by a substantial USD 500 million investment over the next five years. The new venture aims to partner with major travel players to drive business transformations, modernise operations, and leverage AI for new revenue streams, with plans for significant job creation in India.

Tamil Nadu CM Vijay to meet Karur stampede victims' kin, offer jobs

Tamil Nadu CM Vijay to meet Karur stampede victims' kin, offer jobs

Rediff.com9 Jul 2026

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay is set to visit Karur for a crucial public interaction, where he will address victims of last year's stampede, distribute welfare, and lay the foundation stone for a major Rs 1,700 crore footwear manufacturing factory.

Deschamps: No doubt France would advance despite Mbappe's penalty miss

Deschamps: No doubt France would advance despite Mbappe's penalty miss

Rediff.com10 Jul 2026

France coach Didier Deschamps expressed unwavering confidence in his team's ability to advance in the World Cup quarter-final against Morocco, even after Kylian Mbappe missed a penalty and several other chances in the first half.

ED freezes Rs 440 crore in TMC bank accounts amid money laundering probe

ED freezes Rs 440 crore in TMC bank accounts amid money laundering probe

Rediff.com8 Jul 2026

The Enforcement Directorate has frozen bank deposits of the Trinamool Congress worth Rs 440 crore under the anti-money laundering law. This action follows searches in a funds misappropriation case, with allegations of significant transfers to a private aviation company and the purchase of luxury aircraft.

Wimbledon: 9 straight defeats! Can Zverev finally stop Sinner?

Wimbledon: 9 straight defeats! Can Zverev finally stop Sinner?

Rediff.com11 Jul 2026

Alexander Zverev, fresh off his French Open victory, faces the daunting task of overcoming Jannik Sinner in the Wimbledon final, who has beaten him nine times in a row and won their last 14 sets.

Jude Bellingham's brace takes England past Norway to World Cup semis

Jude Bellingham's brace takes England past Norway to World Cup semis

Rediff.com12 Jul 2026

Jude Bellingham scored twice as England fought back to defeat Norway 2-1 in the third World Cup quarter-final at Miami Stadium, Miami Gardens, Florida, on Saturday.

NCERT revises Class 8 textbook again; tweaks Partition, drops Hitler content

NCERT revises Class 8 textbook again; tweaks Partition, drops Hitler content

Rediff.com8 Jul 2026

The NCERT Class 8 social science textbook has undergone significant revisions, including a tweaked narrative on the 1947 Partition, the inclusion of VD Savarkar's demand for Swaraj, and the removal of references to Adolf Hitler and Nazi ideology. These changes follow a Supreme Court intervention regarding controversial content on the judiciary.

Indian Markets Rebound as Sensex Climbs 238 Points, Nifty Up 80

Indian Markets Rebound as Sensex Climbs 238 Points, Nifty Up 80

Rediff.com9 Jul 2026

Indian benchmark indices, Sensex and Nifty, staged a moderate rebound after a significant correction in the previous session, driven by foreign fund inflows and a largely positive trend in global markets, though geopolitical tensions between the US and Iran continued to foster caution.

Novo Nordisk introduces 'Awiqli', a once-weekly insulin injection for diabetes in India

Novo Nordisk introduces 'Awiqli', a once-weekly insulin injection for diabetes in India

Rediff.com9 Jul 2026

Danish pharma major Novo Nordisk has launched 'Awiqli' in India, a once-weekly basal insulin injection for adults with diabetes, aiming to simplify treatment and reduce the burden of daily injections.

Raj Nidimouru: 'I Can't Take Credit For Samantha's Success'

Raj Nidimouru: 'I Can't Take Credit For Samantha's Success'

Rediff.com13 Jul 2026

'Samantha has been a consistent draw at the box office long before Maa Inti Bangaaram.'

What is hurting ease of doing business for Indian automakers?

What is hurting ease of doing business for Indian automakers?

Rediff.com13 Jul 2026

Automobile manufacturers are increasingly vocal about the mounting paperwork and delays associated with India's Production-Linked Incentive (PLI) scheme for the automotive sector, arguing that compliance requirements are becoming as challenging as meeting technical eligibility conditions. They are pushing for a simpler, faster, and more predictable certification and compliance framework.

Shreyas Iyer calls India's 125-run T20I defeat 'atrocious'

Shreyas Iyer calls India's 125-run T20I defeat 'atrocious'

Rediff.com8 Jul 2026

India captain Shreyas Iyer described his team's 125-run defeat against England in the third T20 International as 'atrocious,' criticising the bowling unit and the team's overall performance.