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India Women Beat England In T20I Series Opener

India Women Beat England In T20I Series Opener

Rediff.com29 May 2026

Jemimah Rodrigues and Yastika Bhatia scored half-centuries, and debutant Nandani Sharma impressed with the ball as India defeated England by 38 runs in the first T20I.

Indian U17 Women One Win Away From World Cup Spot

Indian U17 Women One Win Away From World Cup Spot

Rediff.com10 May 2026

The Indian U17 women's team is set to play China in the quarter-finals of the AFC U17 Women's Asian Cup, with a spot in the 2026 FIFA U17 Women's World Cup at stake.

India's Services PMI Hits 6-Month High in May Amid Robust Demand

India's Services PMI Hits 6-Month High in May Amid Robust Demand

Rediff.com3 Jun 2026

India's services sector experienced its strongest growth in six months in May, with the HSBC India Services PMI Business Activity Index rising to 59.8. This expansion was driven by healthy demand, new client acquisitions, and improved new business intakes, alongside a softer rise in cost burdens.

Born in Tamil Nadu, Made for the World: Hyundai to make TN its EV hub

Born in Tamil Nadu, Made for the World: Hyundai to make TN its EV hub

Rediff.com10 Jun 2026

Hyundai Motor India Ltd (HMIL) announced plans to make Tamil Nadu its 'flagship EV hub for India', committing over 26,000 crore in investment, enhancing localisation, and creating approximately 2,000 additional jobs over the next five to six years. The company will roll out two new EV models from its Chennai facility this year, including its first mass-market dedicated EV.

'Slight Miscalculation': What Went Wrong For Gujarat Titans In IPL 2026 Final

'Slight Miscalculation': What Went Wrong For Gujarat Titans In IPL 2026 Final

Rediff.com1 Jun 2026

Gujarat Titans' Director of Cricket Vikram Solanki admitted that they "miscalculated" an appropriate score on the Narendra Modi Stadium pitch, leading to a five-wicket defeat at the hands of Royal Challengers Bengaluru in the IPL 2026 final.

Suryakumar dropped! Shreyas Iyer India's new T20 captain

Suryakumar dropped! Shreyas Iyer India's new T20 captain

Rediff.com6 Jun 2026

Shreyas Iyer has been named India's new T20I captain, replacing Suryakumar Yadav signalling a new era for Indian T20I cricket.

India's Wrestlers Dominate Under-23 Asian Championships

India's Wrestlers Dominate Under-23 Asian Championships

Rediff.com23 May 2026

India's Greco-Roman wrestlers had a successful start at the U23 Asian Championships, securing five medals, including two silver and three bronze, on the opening day of the competition.

IPL 2026: Suresh Raina hails Kartik Tyagi's remarkable comeback

IPL 2026: Suresh Raina hails Kartik Tyagi's remarkable comeback

Rediff.com21 May 2026

Former India cricketer Suresh Raina has hailed Kartik Tyagi as one of the biggest comeback stories of Indian Premier League after the fast bowler bounced back strongly from injuries and inconsistent seasons.

Punjab Prepares To Host Asian Champions Trophy Hockey

Punjab Prepares To Host Asian Champions Trophy Hockey

Rediff.com30 May 2026

Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann is overseeing preparations for the Asian Champions Trophy hockey tournament, ensuring all arrangements are completed before September. The tournament marks the first time Punjab will host a major international hockey event.

'Education Minister Must Resign'

'Education Minister Must Resign'

Rediff.com2 Jun 2026

'The software vendor had a black mark against him and yet they went ahead with him. Why was this company shortlisted? Who is responsible for signing off this software?'

Banks Make Record Profits, But Worry Because...

Banks Make Record Profits, But Worry Because...

Rediff.com16 Jun 2026

The asymmetry in deposit and credit growth is the biggest challenge before the Indian banking industry. For every 100 deposit that a bank mobilises, it needs to keep 3 with the banking regulator in the form of cash reserve ratio on which it doesn't earn any interest. Another 18 is used for buying government bonds (statutory liquidity ratio). This means, a bank is left with 79 for giving credit. Add to this, its capital which can be used for giving loans. Most banks are facing a fund crunch. They need to find ways to attract deposits if they want to sustain credit growth, explains Tamal Bandyopadhyay.

Trishul Chinnappa Stages Recovery At Morocco Rising Stars

Trishul Chinnappa Stages Recovery At Morocco Rising Stars

Rediff.com29 May 2026

Indian golfer Trishul Chinnappa recovered with five birdies in the last six holes to move into the top 10 after the first round of the AM Green IGPL Morocco Rising Stars 2026.

Sedans Hold Ground In Luxury Market Despite SUV Wave

Sedans Hold Ground In Luxury Market Despite SUV Wave

Rediff.com2 Jun 2026

While SUVs have steadily gained share across the industry, data shows that nearly three in 10 luxury vehicles sold in India are sedans, highlighting the segment's resilience despite years of SUV-led growth.

Will Rashid play Tests again? Afghanistan coach breaks silence

Will Rashid play Tests again? Afghanistan coach breaks silence

Rediff.com5 Jun 2026

Afghanistan head coach Richard Pybus discussed the upcoming one-off Test against India, highlighting the crucial role of spin bowling on the Mullanpur pitch. He also confirmed star spinner Rashid Khan's absence due to a long-standing back problem and workload management.

From 215 to 20: How Mamata's political empire fell in a month

From 215 to 20: How Mamata's political empire fell in a month

Rediff.com4 Jun 2026

Mamata Banerjee's Trinamool Congress is grappling with an unprecedented political crisis following its recent electoral defeat, which has seen a significant number of its legislators openly challenging her authority and forming a rebel faction.

PSU External Borrowings May Top $15 Billion in FY27 Amid RBI Incentives

PSU External Borrowings May Top $15 Billion in FY27 Amid RBI Incentives

Rediff.com8 Jun 2026

State-owned enterprises in India are projected to significantly increase their overseas borrowings, potentially exceeding $15 billion in FY27, driven by the Reserve Bank of India's new concessional forex swap facility which offers a 3 per cent funding-cost advantage.

Why Rahul Gandhi Wants A Probe Into CBSE Exam Contract

Why Rahul Gandhi Wants A Probe Into CBSE Exam Contract

Rediff.com27 May 2026

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi has called for an independent judicial probe and a Special Investigation Team (SIT) to investigate alleged irregularities in the CBSE's On-Screen Marking (OSM) system, claiming a company with a questionable past was awarded the contract.

Pooja Singh breaks 14-year-old high jump Nat. record at Asian U20 meet

Pooja Singh breaks 14-year-old high jump Nat. record at Asian U20 meet

Rediff.com29 May 2026

Teenaged high jump star Pooja Singh shattered the national senior record en route winning the gold medal to lead a strong Indian show on the second day of the Asian U20 Athletics Championships here on Friday.

Gold extends gains to Rs 1.65 lakh/10g; silver rebounds Rs 5,000

Gold extends gains to Rs 1.65 lakh/10g; silver rebounds Rs 5,000

Rediff.com21 May 2026

Gold prices in the national capital surged by Rs 600 to Rs 1.65 lakh per 10 grams, extending gains for the third consecutive day, while silver rebounded by Rs 5,000 to Rs 2.71 lakh per kilogram, driven by geopolitical tensions and inflation concerns.

Yuvraj Sandhu Ends Catalunya Championship At T-31

Yuvraj Sandhu Ends Catalunya Championship At T-31

Rediff.com11 May 2026

Yuvraj Sandhu finished T-31 at the Estrella Damn Catalunya Championship after a final round of 3-under 69. Yurav Premlall of South Africa won the tournament with a record-breaking 14-stroke lead.

Shreyas Iyer era begins as India captain

Shreyas Iyer era begins as India captain

Rediff.com6 Jun 2026

Perhaps no other cricketer has gone through so much turbulence and transformation between December 3, 2023 and June 6, 2026 as Shreyas Iyer, who took over the reins of India's T20 team from Suryakumar Yadav on Saturday.

SC allows Vinesh to compete in Asian Games trials, cautions courts against interference

SC allows Vinesh to compete in Asian Games trials, cautions courts against interference

Rediff.com29 May 2026

The Supreme Court allowed Olympian Vinesh Phogat to compete in the 2026 Asian Games selection trials while cautioning against excessive judicial interference in sporting matters during the hearing of WFI's plea challenging the Delhi High Court order.

IMD forecasts below normal monsoon rainfall for India

IMD forecasts below normal monsoon rainfall for India

Rediff.com29 May 2026

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted that the June-September southwest monsoon seasonal rainfall over India is expected to be 90 per cent of the long-period average. While the Northeast is likely to witness normal rainfall, the remaining parts of the country may see below normal rainfall.

India Is Lucky To Have Both Nehru And Modi

India Is Lucky To Have Both Nehru And Modi

Rediff.com10 Jun 2026

If one has to compare the tenures of the two prime ministers one must credit Nehru with laying the foundations on which Modi is building a grand edifice, asserts Colonel Anil A Athale (retd).

Silver breaches Rs 4 lakh/kg mark; gold at record high

Silver breaches Rs 4 lakh/kg mark; gold at record high

Rediff.com29 Jan 2026

Silver prices on Thursday breached the record Rs 4 lakh per kilogram mark in futures trade, while gold touched a lifetime high of Rs 1.8 lakh per 10 grams, riding on strong investor demand and record gains in the international markets.

IPL 2026: Irfan Pathan slams Dhruv Jurel for slow strike rate against Delhi Capitals

IPL 2026: Irfan Pathan slams Dhruv Jurel for slow strike rate against Delhi Capitals

Rediff.com18 May 2026

Former India all-rounder Irfan Pathan criticised Dhruv Jurel after Rajasthan Royals' defeat to Delhi Capitals, saying the wicketkeeper-batter should have scored faster and helped his side cross the 200-run mark.

Patidar's fearless mantra powers RCB into second straight IPL final

Patidar's fearless mantra powers RCB into second straight IPL final

Rediff.com27 May 2026

Rajat Patidar's unbeaten 33-ball 93 powered Royal Challengers Bengaluru to a crushing 92-run win over Gujarat Titans and a second successive IPL final, while skipper Shubman Gill admitted GT faltered under pressure.

Century of sporting ties: India to play biggest-ever bilateral series in New Zealand

Century of sporting ties: India to play biggest-ever bilateral series in New Zealand

Rediff.com3 Jun 2026

India will tour New Zealand for a record 12-match series in late 2026, featuring five T20Is, five ODIs and two Tests, with NZC expecting packed stadiums throughout the marquee contest.

'I love Modi. India can count on me 100%': Trump's phone call at live Delhi event

'I love Modi. India can count on me 100%': Trump's phone call at live Delhi event

Rediff.com25 May 2026

US President Donald Trump reiterated his strong support for India and Prime Minister Narendra Modi, declaring that 'India can count on me 100 per cent' during a celebratory event marking the 250th anniversary of American independence in New Delhi.

LDF To Attend UDF Oath Ceremony, Vows To Be Responsible Opposition

LDF To Attend UDF Oath Ceremony, Vows To Be Responsible Opposition

Rediff.com15 May 2026

CPI(M) state secretary M V Govindan announced that the LDF will attend the UDF's oath-taking ceremony, signalling a shift from the Congress-led front's boycott in 2021. The LDF aims to be a responsible opposition, supporting correct actions and criticising errors. Pinarayi Vijayan's selection as opposition leader was unanimous. The party is analysing the reasons for their defeat in the Assembly polls and plans to take corrective measures.

Fonseca halts Djokovic's Grand Slam quest, opens up French Open draw

Fonseca halts Djokovic's Grand Slam quest, opens up French Open draw

Rediff.com30 May 2026

Novak Djokovic's latest bid to claim a record 25th Grand Slam title was left in tatters after his 4-6, 4-6, 6-3, 7-5, 7-5 third-round defeat by Brazilian teen sensation Joao Fonseca at the French Open on Friday.

'Throw age out the window': Rabada on Vaibhav Sooryavanshi

'Throw age out the window': Rabada on Vaibhav Sooryavanshi

Rediff.com30 May 2026

Gujarat Titans defeated Rajasthan Royals in Qualifier 2 to secure a spot in the IPL final against Royal Challengers Bengaluru. Key performances from Vaibhav Sooryavanshi and a strong partnership between Sai Sudharsan and Shubman Gill led GT to victory.

Public Sector Banks clock fourth straight year of profit, hit record Rs 1.98 trillion

Public Sector Banks clock fourth straight year of profit, hit record Rs 1.98 trillion

Rediff.com20 May 2026

Public-sector banks (PSBs) in India have reported an 11.2 per cent year-on-year rise in net profit, reaching a record 1.98 trillion in FY26, marking their fourth consecutive year of profitability, driven by sustained business growth, improved asset quality, and strong capital positions.

10 Partition Dramas You Must Watch

10 Partition Dramas You Must Watch

Rediff.com15 Jun 2026

Imtiaz Ali's new film Main Vaapas Aaunga is set to delve into the enduring trauma of the 1947 Partition, continuing Bollywood's complex cinematic journey of depicting one of history's most violent and impactful events.

I worked hard to make it to Indian team: Harsh Dubey

I worked hard to make it to Indian team: Harsh Dubey

Rediff.com28 May 2026

Rookie spin bowling all-rounder Harsh Dubey is focused on creating his own identity while representing India, following his maiden call-up for the Afghanistan Test and ODI series.

Akshay Bhatia Jumps Up Leaderboard At Charles Schwab Challenge

Akshay Bhatia Jumps Up Leaderboard At Charles Schwab Challenge

Rediff.com30 May 2026

Akshay Bhatia, an Indian-origin golfer, surged up the leaderboard with a 5-under 65 at the Charles Schwab Challenge, while Sahith Theegala slipped. Sudarshan Yellamaraju missed the cut. Jordan Smith leads the tournament.

Trump pushes mega Middle East reset through Iran deal

Trump pushes mega Middle East reset through Iran deal

Rediff.com26 May 2026

In a lengthy post on Truth Social, Trump said negotiations with Iran were 'proceeding nicely' and argued that several Muslim and Arab nations should formally recognise Israel and join the Abraham Accords once a deal is reached.

Pooja Singh Soars To Gold, Breaks High Jump Record

Pooja Singh Soars To Gold, Breaks High Jump Record

Rediff.com29 May 2026

Teenaged high jump star Pooja Singh broke the national senior record en route to winning the gold medal at the Asian U20 Athletics Championships. The 19-year-old cleared 1.93m, bettering Sahana Kumari's 14-year-old record. India secured seven medals, including four gold, on the second day of the competition.

Not Vaibhav Sooryavanshi! Here Are IPL 2026's Most Talked About Stars

Not Vaibhav Sooryavanshi! Here Are IPL 2026's Most Talked About Stars

Rediff.com12 May 2026

Despite not playing in IPL 2026, MS Dhoni remains a central figure in fan conversations, highlighting his enduring legacy and connection with supporters.

HS Prannoy Advances at Singapore Open with win over Jonatan Christie

HS Prannoy Advances at Singapore Open with win over Jonatan Christie

Rediff.com27 May 2026

Indian shuttler HS Prannoy defeated Indonesia's Jonatan Christie in a thrilling three-game match at the Singapore Open Super 750 badminton tournament. Other results included Dhruv Kapila and Tanisha Crasto progressing, while Kidambi Srikanth and Malvika Bansod were eliminated.