News for 'MASTER'

Want to Study at Leiden University On A Scholarship?

Want to Study at Leiden University On A Scholarship?

Rediff.com15 Sep 2026

Selected applicants may receive a fee reduction of 10,000 to 15,000 euros in tuition costs.

Shraddha murder case: WhatsApp, Google, Bumble officials to testify online

Shraddha murder case: WhatsApp, Google, Bumble officials to testify online

Rediff.com4 days ago

A Delhi court has permitted the prosecution to record the testimonies of four foreign-based nodal officers from WhatsApp, Google, and Bumble via video conferencing in the Shraddha Walkar murder case. This decision aims to prevent undue delays and exorbitant expenses associated with securing their physical presence, facilitating an expeditious trial. The testimonies are scheduled to begin in December 2026, with specific protocols for identity verification and secure proceedings.

Ananya, Rashmika, Sanya Master The Sneaker Style

Ananya, Rashmika, Sanya Master The Sneaker Style

Rediff.com19 Aug 2026

There's more to sneakers than sporty. They can be styled with all kinds of clothing and give the wearer a chic edge. Sukanya Verma shows you lots of footwear styles from these Bollywood fashionistas.

'People may have to wear face masks in next 25 years if...'

'People may have to wear face masks in next 25 years if...'

Rediff.com5 Oct 2026

Former Supreme Court Justice Abhay Oka warned that major cities might be forced to adopt mandatory face mask usage within 20-25 years due to environmental degradation. He stressed that protecting the environment is a fundamental constitutional duty, countering the misconception that humans own the Earth. Justice Oka also encouraged students to study law and use AI responsibly.

Winning crucial moments key in India-Pakistan Asian Games final: Hrishikesh Kanitkar

Winning crucial moments key in India-Pakistan Asian Games final: Hrishikesh Kanitkar

Rediff.com2 Oct 2026

India's assistant coach Hrishikesh Kanitkar emphasised the importance of winning crucial moments ahead of the Asian Games gold medal cricket match against arch-rivals Pakistan. Drawing on his own experience from the 1998 Independence Cup final, Kanitkar stated that while the hype is significant, players must focus on their game and aim for a second successive Asiad gold for the country's medal tally.

Arjun Erigaisi capitalises on Gukesh's errors to share lead at Chennai Grand Masters

Arjun Erigaisi capitalises on Gukesh's errors to share lead at Chennai Grand Masters

Rediff.com20 Jul 2026

Indian Grandmaster Arjun Erigaisi has moved into a joint lead with French GM Alireza Firouzja at the Chennai Grand Masters after defeating world champion D Gukesh. With only two rounds remaining, the tournament sees intense competition, including GM Nodirbek Abdusattorov also in contention, vying for a significant prize purse and FIDE Circuit points.

Messi scores, has two assists in last Argentina masterclass

Messi scores, has two assists in last Argentina masterclass

Rediff.com7 Oct 2026

Lionel Messi concluded his 21-year international career with Argentina in an emotional friendly match against Benin, scoring one goal and assisting two others in a 3-0 victory. The event was a national celebration of his service, marked by fan tributes, fireworks, and a heartfelt farewell from teammates and opponents.

Alireza Firouzja takes sole lead after stunning D Gukesh at Chennai Grand Masters 2026

Alireza Firouzja takes sole lead after stunning D Gukesh at Chennai Grand Masters 2026

Rediff.com18 Jul 2026

French Grandmaster Alireza Firouzja defeated reigning world champion D Gukesh in a 69-move battle at the Chennai Grand Masters 2026, taking the sole lead after the second round. Indian players M Pranesh, Arjun Erigaisi, and Nihal Sarin all secured draws against their respective opponents in the prestigious tournament.

Sindhu, Srikanth Lead Indian Charge At Arctic Open Super 500

Sindhu, Srikanth Lead Indian Charge At Arctic Open Super 500

Rediff.com5 Oct 2026

Indian badminton players, including PV Sindhu, Kidambi Srikanth, and HS Prannoy, are set to compete in the Arctic Open Super 500 tournament in Vantaa, Finland. This event follows their recent Asian Games campaign, where India secured one medal. The shuttlers aim to build on their form and seek strong performances in the BWF season.

Satwik-Chirag Confident For Asian Games Despite Workload Concerns

Satwik-Chirag Confident For Asian Games Despite Workload Concerns

Rediff.com17 Sep 2026

Satwik-Chirag face a 10-day Asian Games grind as the defending champions focus on fitness, injury prevention and workload management.

India Unveils 'Rising Together' Vision For 2036 Olympic Games Bid

India Unveils 'Rising Together' Vision For 2036 Olympic Games Bid

Rediff.com7 Oct 2026

India has officially announced its bid to host the 2036 Olympic and Paralympic Games, centered around the theme "Rising Together."

A Dance Festival To Celebrate Love

A Dance Festival To Celebrate Love

Rediff.com7 Oct 2026

'Through dance, we explore the many expressions of love across India's literature, music and storytelling traditions.'

Alpine APL Pipers Lead Global Chess League After Thrilling Matches

Alpine APL Pipers Lead Global Chess League After Thrilling Matches

Rediff.com10 Sep 2026

Alpine APL Pipers secured the top position in the Global Chess League after defeating PBG Alaskan Knights. However, Ganges Grandmasters and FYERS American Gambits are close contenders. Ganges Grandmasters also had a strong win against the Pipers, while CheQ Mumba Masters kept their final hopes alive with a decisive victory over Triveni Continental Kings, featuring wins from top players like Magnus Carlsen and Levon Aronian.

Salima Tete reveals secret behind India's gold triumph

Salima Tete reveals secret behind India's gold triumph

Rediff.com4 Oct 2026

The Indian women's hockey team secured a historic gold medal at the Asian Games by defeating China 1-0, also earning a direct qualification for the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics. Captain Salima Tete and other team members expressed immense pride and confidence in their victory, which ended a 44-year wait for gold. Four players from Jharkhand received a grand welcome, highlighting the personal journeys and struggles behind their national achievement.

Jailer 2: Meet The New Players

Jailer 2: Meet The New Players

Rediff.com3 days ago

From Mithun Chakraborty and Vidya Balan to S J Suryah and Hrithik Roshan, Jailer 2 boasts an eclectic new cast. Here's a look at the fresh faces joining Rajinikanth's Tiger Muthuvel Pandian and the films you know them from.

Canadian author Anne Carson awarded 2026 Literature Nobel

Canadian author Anne Carson awarded 2026 Literature Nobel

Rediff.com8 Oct 2026

Canadian author Anne Carson has been awarded the 2026 Nobel Prize in Literature for her "bold and inventive oeuvre" that blends classical tradition with contemporary forms. The Swedish Academy highlighted her distinctive work spanning poetry, translation, and literary scholarship, noting her unique approach to language and ancient texts. Carson's career is marked by her ability to create new literary forms by placing classical authors alongside modern writers and transforming mythological figures into contemporary narratives.

Arif Zakaria: 'Jinnah's Role Was Demanding'

Arif Zakaria: 'Jinnah's Role Was Demanding'

Rediff.com6 Oct 2026

'...because of the character, how it was to be portrayed, the speech, the scenes.' 'There was a physicality involved because he was a TB patient who eventually had cancer and passed away.'

FYERS American Gambits Extend Lead In Global Chess League Standings

FYERS American Gambits Extend Lead In Global Chess League Standings

Rediff.com9 Sep 2026

FYERS American Gambits defeated Triveni Continental Kings to retain their top position in the Global Chess League standings, ahead of Alpine APL Pipers. Other matches saw Ganges Grandmasters secure a dominant win over Continental Kings, while Mumba Masters suffered two defeats, including a loss to PBG Alaskan Knights. The Gambits, Pipers, and Grandmasters have all won four matches, with Gambits having played one more round.

Iniyan Pa Dominates Global Chess Festival, Claims Masters Crown

Iniyan Pa Dominates Global Chess Festival, Claims Masters Crown

Rediff.com19 Jun 2026

Indian Grandmaster Iniyan Pa has won the Masters category of the Global Chess Festival, dominating the tournament from start to finish. The 24-year-old national champion secured the title in his debut appearance, earning a prize purse of Rs 8 lakh. Nithin Babu and Madhvendra Pratap Sharma also triumphed in the Challenger and Junior Master categories, respectively, qualifying for next year's Masters event.

World Champion Gukesh To Clash With Nihal Sarin At Chennai Grand Masters 2026

World Champion Gukesh To Clash With Nihal Sarin At Chennai Grand Masters 2026

Rediff.com15 Jul 2026

World champion D Gukesh is set to face Nihal Sarin in a highly anticipated first-round match at the Chennai Grand Masters 2026 chess tournament. The event features eight Grandmasters, including four Indians, competing for a prize purse of Rs 75,00,000 and crucial FIDE Circuit points in a double-round robin format.

Opposition leaders stage sit-in at Rajghat on Day 3 of protests against CEC

Opposition leaders stage sit-in at Rajghat on Day 3 of protests against CEC

Rediff.com8 Oct 2026

Opposition INDIA bloc leaders staged a sit-in at Rajghat, alleging a 'criminal conspiracy of vote chori' by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Home Minister Amit Shah, and Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar, demanding Kumar's resignation and seeking a meeting with President Droupadi Murmu.

Sharvari, Taapsee, Karisma Are The Women Of The Year

Sharvari, Taapsee, Karisma Are The Women Of The Year

Rediff.com28 Sep 2026

The third annual Harper's Bazaar India Women of the Year Awards took place on September 26, 2026, at the Taj Lands End in Mumbai.

Premier League Finds Manchester City Guilty Of Financial Breaches Over Nearly A Decade

Premier League Finds Manchester City Guilty Of Financial Breaches Over Nearly A Decade

Rediff.com30 Sep 2026

An independent commission has found Manchester City guilty of serious financial rule breaches over nine seasons, involving "sham" commercial contracts to inflate revenue and understate costs by over 900 million. The club denies wrongdoing and plans to appeal the decision, which could have significant consequences for its past and future achievements in English football.

Nepomniachtchi's Brilliance Secures GCL Title For Ganges Grandmasters

Nepomniachtchi's Brilliance Secures GCL Title For Ganges Grandmasters

Rediff.com13 Sep 2026

Ganges Grandmasters, led by Ian Nepomniachtchi, defeated defending champions Alpine APL Pipers to win their first Global Chess League title. Nepomniachtchi's crucial win against Magnus Carlsen in the final, coupled with Stavroula Tsolakidou's performance, sealed the victory. FYERS American Gambits secured third place in the tournament.

Top Champions Set To Tee Off At Hero Women's Indian Open 2026

Top Champions Set To Tee Off At Hero Women's Indian Open 2026

Rediff.com29 Sep 2026

The 2026 Hero Women's Indian Open will see the return of three past champions Shannon Tan, Liz Young, and Olivia Cowan at the DLF Golf & Country Club from October 22-25. The prestigious Ladies European Tour event, offering a USD 500,000 prize, will also feature other top international golfers and the Indian contingent vying for the title after a decade.

Kohli vs Tendulkar: 15,000 ODI Runs Faster, But Is He Really Ahead?

Kohli vs Tendulkar: 15,000 ODI Runs Faster, But Is He Really Ahead?

Rediff.com28 Sep 2026

Virat Kohli reached 15,000 ODI runs 74 innings faster than Sachin Tendulkar, but changing rules and conditions make their numbers harder to compare.

Goan GM Leon Mendonca Wins Back-to-Back Global Chess League Titles

Goan GM Leon Mendonca Wins Back-to-Back Global Chess League Titles

Rediff.com15 Sep 2026

Goan Grandmaster Leon Luke Mendonca won his second straight Global Chess League title as Ganges Grandmasters defeated defending champions Alpine SG Pipers.

Are We Killing A Contest Between Ball And Bat?

Are We Killing A Contest Between Ball And Bat?

Rediff.com1 Oct 2026

There was a time when a score close to 380 was a sure shot victory for that team, and the captain would be preparing his victory speech while fielding, points out K R Nayar.

'Ghulam Haider Helped Me Get Over My Marathi Accent'

'Ghulam Haider Helped Me Get Over My Marathi Accent'

Rediff.com28 Sep 2026

'I was always open to those who wanted to teach me the intricacies of singing.' 'Naushad Saab would tell me which notes to stress during singing.' 'Anil Biswas would tell me where to breathe in and breathe out while singing and where to pause.'

CCA And Chessveda Join Forces For Online Chess Expansion

CCA And Chessveda Join Forces For Online Chess Expansion

Rediff.com23 Sep 2026

The Commonwealth Chess Association (CCA) has announced a partnership with digital platform Chessveda to significantly expand online chess activities and opportunities for players across Commonwealth nations, leveraging digital platforms for wider participation.

Tahir Raj Bhasin: 'My Dad Flew The Mirage 2000. I Was The Black Sheep'

Tahir Raj Bhasin: 'My Dad Flew The Mirage 2000. I Was The Black Sheep'

Rediff.com30 Sep 2026

'My parents were crying because they were so excited that I was on screen, that it was an YRF film, and it was opposite Rani Mukerji.'

Global Chess League: Carlsen Powers Pipers To Victory; Vishy Anand Loses To Sindarov

Global Chess League: Carlsen Powers Pipers To Victory; Vishy Anand Loses To Sindarov

Rediff.com6 Sep 2026

The Global Chess League commenced with defending champions Alpine APL Pipers securing a 10-8 victory over Mumba Masters, spearheaded by Magnus Carlsen.

Aaron Rai Shines In Opening Round Of BMW PGA Championship

Aaron Rai Shines In Opening Round Of BMW PGA Championship

Rediff.com18 Sep 2026

Aaron Rai has made an impressive start at the BMW PGA Championship, leading the field with a 6-under 66. Playing alongside major champions Rory McIlroy and Ryan Fox, Rai's strong performance puts him in a prime position, while McIlroy and Fox also remain in contention after their opening rounds.

DU student harassed on road, dragged towards car

DU student harassed on road, dragged towards car

Rediff.com24 Sep 2026

A Hindu College postgraduate student and her friend were allegedly harassed and nearly abducted by men in a car in Delhi's Mukherjee Nagar. Police have traced the vehicle and registered an FIR under sections of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, with further investigation ongoing.

Indian Tennis Doubles Teams Crash Out At Asian Games Quarterfinals

Indian Tennis Doubles Teams Crash Out At Asian Games Quarterfinals

Rediff.com30 Sep 2026

India's highly anticipated doubles medal challenge in tennis at the Asian Games ended in disappointment as both men's pairs, N Sriram Balaji-Anirudh Chandrasekar and Yuki Bhambri-Dhakshineswar Suresh, lost their quarterfinal matches. Sumit Nagal remains the sole Indian tennis player in contention, advancing to the men's singles quarterfinals.

Ishan Kishan battled cracks, spin and doubt to take India into Asian Games final

Ishan Kishan battled cracks, spin and doubt to take India into Asian Games final

Rediff.com1 Oct 2026

Ishan Kishan's unbeaten 80 off 46 balls against Sri Lanka in the Asian Games semi-final was a 'gem' on a difficult, cracked pitch, securing India's spot in the gold medal match against Pakistan.

Reforms Utsav To Showcase 1,300 Reforms

Reforms Utsav To Showcase 1,300 Reforms

Rediff.com25 Sep 2026

The three-month long outreach will be closely monitored by senior government officials.

Sigma Review: How Not To Make A Heist Movie

Sigma Review: How Not To Make A Heist Movie

Rediff.com3 Oct 2026

Sigma has the ingredients for a kickass heist thriller, but Jason Sanjay's debut gets hopelessly lost in its lazy writing and bland execution.

Ujjain tense as mosque demolition row sparks protest; 15 detained, 7 booked

Ujjain tense as mosque demolition row sparks protest; 15 detained, 7 booked

Rediff.com28 Sep 2026

Police in Ujjain, Madhya Pradesh, used tear gas to disperse protesters demonstrating against the proposed demolition of a portion of the Shahi Masjid for a road-widening project. The project is aimed at easing pilgrim movement for Simhastha Kumbh 2028, and despite initial protests, local authorities and the city Qazi claim the issue was resolved through mutual consent, with the Chief Minister also setting an example by demolishing part of his ancestral home.

Indian Golfers Aim For Glory At Asian Games With Strong Squad

Indian Golfers Aim For Glory At Asian Games With Strong Squad

Rediff.com29 Sep 2026

India's six-member golf contingent, led by silver medallist Aditi Ashok, is set to compete at the Asian Games. The team, comprising experienced professionals like Yuvraj Sandhu, Veer Ahlawat, and Diksha Dagar, aims to add to India's seven past golf medals. They face a strong international field, including PGA Tour stars like Tom Kim and Keita Nakajima, on a challenging course.