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Big blow for India: Hardik ruled out of England series

Big blow for India: Hardik ruled out of England series

Rediff.com20 Jun 2026

Star all-rounder Hardik Pandya has been ruled out of India's upcoming series against England due to a leg strain. This injury follows previous back spasms that affected his IPL performance. Meanwhile, Virat Kohli is also sidelined with a hamstring injury and is awaiting a fitness test. The BCCI has announced the T20I squad, with the ODI squad announcement pending.

'The Biggest Highlight Of Welcome To The Jungle Is...'

'The Biggest Highlight Of Welcome To The Jungle Is...'

Rediff.com25 Jun 2026

'...is Farida Jalalji and Kiran Kumarji. You must see this film to know what they have done.'

ODI series: MI's Ghazanfar eager to test his skills against India's star batters

ODI series: MI's Ghazanfar eager to test his skills against India's star batters

Rediff.com9 Jun 2026

Having observed Rohit Sharma up close during his stint with Mumbai Indians, Afghanistan's rising spin star AM Ghazanfar is eager to put those learnings to the test when he takes on the Indian batting great in the upcoming ODI series.

Akasa Air targets IPO in 2-4 years, maintains 30-40% growth despite challenges

Akasa Air targets IPO in 2-4 years, maintains 30-40% growth despite challenges

Rediff.com24 Jun 2026

Akasa Air, despite facing headwinds from the West Asia conflict and rising aviation turbine fuel prices, expects to maintain a 30-40 per cent growth trajectory over the next five years and aims for an initial public offering (IPO) within two to four years, according to CFO Ankur Goel.

'Picture abhi baaki hain': Shinde warns Uddhav, signals fresh exodus

'Picture abhi baaki hain': Shinde warns Uddhav, signals fresh exodus

Rediff.com20 Jun 2026

In an apparent reference to the buzz of six rebel Shiv Sena-Uddhav Balasaheb Thackeray MPs switching sides, Maharashtra deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde on Friday said this is just a trailer and the movie is yet to come, indicating more defections could be in offing in the rival faction.

5 killed as moving car catches fire on Delhi-Mumbai Expressway

5 killed as moving car catches fire on Delhi-Mumbai Expressway

Rediff.com30 Apr 2026

Five people were killed and another seriously injured after a car caught fire on the Delhi-Mumbai Expressway in Rajasthan's Alwar district.

Mumbai Cricket Association introduces central contract for players

Mumbai Cricket Association introduces central contract for players

Rediff.com16 Apr 2026

The Mumbai Cricket Association (MCA) has announced a player contract system to professionalise and streamline its structure ahead of the 2026-2027 season. This makes MCA the first state cricket body to introduce such an arrangement, offering financial security and development pathways for cricketers.

Call records reveal how fiancee planned Ketan Agarwal's murder

Call records reveal how fiancee planned Ketan Agarwal's murder

Rediff.com25 Jun 2026

Pune police have revealed that Ketan Agarwal's fiancee, Siya Goyal, and her lover, Chetan Chaudhary, exchanged 2,004 calls and spent 238 hours on the phone in the six months leading up to Agarwal's alleged murder at Lohagad Fort, suggesting extensive planning for the crime.

Fiancee, lover made 2,004 calls before Lohagad Fort murder plot: Police

Fiancee, lover made 2,004 calls before Lohagad Fort murder plot: Police

Rediff.com25 Jun 2026

In a deadly twist to what would have been a dream wedding, police on Tuesday said 26-year-old Ketan, who died while on a trek on June 18, was allegedly pushed into the gorge by his fiancee Siya (20) and her lover Chetan (22).

Farah Khan: 'Riteish Is Not As Irritating As...'

Farah Khan: 'Riteish Is Not As Irritating As...'

Rediff.com23 Jun 2026

'Riteish's sense of humour is 100 times more than what he shows.'

Rebel MPs still in touch, scared of voters' wrath, says Raut

Rebel MPs still in touch, scared of voters' wrath, says Raut

Rediff.com21 Jun 2026

Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Sanjay Raut has claimed that some dissident MPs are in contact with the party due to fear of public anger in their constituencies, with talks ongoing with at least two. He also criticised Union Home Minister Amit Shah and Maharashtra Minister Girish Mahajan, who had made remarks about the Shiv Sena's legitimacy and the involvement of central investigative agencies. Raut asserted that there is only one Shiv Sena, led by Uddhav Thackeray.

Nushrratt, Bhumi, Kajol Step Out To WIN!

Nushrratt, Bhumi, Kajol Step Out To WIN!

Rediff.com17 Jun 2026

Film folk stepped out for yet another midweek awards show in Mumbai. The eighth edition of the IWMBuzz Digital Awards was held at the JW Marriott hotel, and the red carpet fashion was very glamorous.

IPL 2026: Mumbai Indians, Chennai Super Kings Seek Consistency

IPL 2026: Mumbai Indians, Chennai Super Kings Seek Consistency

Rediff.com23 Apr 2026

Struggling former champions Mumbai Indians and Chennai Super Kings will be eyeing consistency as they await the return of their former captains Rohit Sharma and Mahendra Singh Dhoni.

Police Encounter Leads To Cow Smuggler's Arrest In Nuh

Police Encounter Leads To Cow Smuggler's Arrest In Nuh

Rediff.com9 Jun 2026

Nuh police apprehended an alleged cow smuggler, identified as Aslam, following a brief encounter on the Delhi-Mumbai Expressway. The accused sustained gunshot injuries and was hospitalised, while an accomplice managed to flee. Police recovered five cattle, an illegal firearm, and cartridges from the scene.

Cyber Fraudsters Swindle Navi Mumbai Senior Citizen Of 64 Lakh

Cyber Fraudsters Swindle Navi Mumbai Senior Citizen Of 64 Lakh

Rediff.com26 Apr 2026

A senior citizen in Navi Mumbai was allegedly swindled of 64 lakh over four years by cyber fraudsters posing as insurance regulators and grievance officials.

Nushrratt Bharuccha Gets The Midweek Chills

Nushrratt Bharuccha Gets The Midweek Chills

Rediff.com10 Jun 2026

This week, we get horror movies of all flavours, from Kane Parson's psychological horror Backrooms or Vikram Bhatt's supernatural thriller Haunted 3D: Echoes Of The Past.

MBBS student faces probe over remarks at comedy show

MBBS student faces probe over remarks at comedy show

Rediff.com12 Jun 2026

Mumbai's civic-run KEM Hospital has initiated a two-member committee probe into controversial remarks made by MBBS student Sejal Pawar regarding male cadavers during a stand-up comedy show, which the hospital dean deemed 'unacceptable'.

Mumbai Indians Training Gets Special Boost from Sunil Chhetri

Mumbai Indians Training Gets Special Boost from Sunil Chhetri

Rediff.com15 Apr 2026

Indian football legend Sunil Chhetri visited the Mumbai Indians training session at Wankhede Stadium, interacting with players and receiving a team jersey from Hardik Pandya.

Nagpur Police Unearth Interstate Drug Network, Seize Rs 1.49 Crore Ganja

Nagpur Police Unearth Interstate Drug Network, Seize Rs 1.49 Crore Ganja

Rediff.com10 Jun 2026

Nagpur police have busted an interstate drug smuggling network, seizing over 150 kg of ganja worth Rs 1.49 crore. The drugs were hidden in a truck travelling from Odisha, concealed beneath steel coils. Two individuals have been arrested, and investigations are ongoing to apprehend suppliers.

Mumbai Rally Organisers Face Case After Traffic Chaos

Mumbai Rally Organisers Face Case After Traffic Chaos

Rediff.com22 Apr 2026

Mumbai police have registered a case against the organisers of a BJP rally after a woman's outburst over the resulting traffic jam went viral. The rally, held to celebrate the women's reservation bill, allegedly violated norms, leading to the police action.

Novartis Launches Prostate Cancer Radiotherapy

Novartis Launches Prostate Cancer Radiotherapy

Rediff.com23 Jun 2026

The launch highlights the growing maturity of India's nuclear medicine ecosystem.

Modi to lead International Yoga Day from Kolkata

Modi to lead International Yoga Day from Kolkata

Rediff.com20 Jun 2026

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will lead the 12th International Day of Yoga (IDY) celebrations from Kolkata's iconic Red Road on June 21, with over 210 Indian Missions organising events at nearly 2,500 locations worldwide under the theme 'Yoga for Healthy Ageing'.

Navi Mumbai E-Service Operator Booked For Alleged Loan Fraud

Navi Mumbai E-Service Operator Booked For Alleged Loan Fraud

Rediff.com27 Apr 2026

An e-service centre operator in Navi Mumbai is accused of defrauding multiple individuals of over Rs 20 lakh by promising business loans under the 'Stand-Up India' scheme and then disappearing after collecting processing fees.

Do-or-die for Mumbai Indians as SRH arrive with momentum

Do-or-die for Mumbai Indians as SRH arrive with momentum

Rediff.com29 Apr 2026

Mumbai Indians face a must-win clash against in-form Sunrisers Hyderabad at Wankhede as Hardik Pandya's struggling side look to revive their IPL 2026 campaign.

Court Grants Anticipatory Bail To Law Student In Godman's Obscene Videos Case

Court Grants Anticipatory Bail To Law Student In Godman's Obscene Videos Case

Rediff.com12 Jun 2026

A Mumbai court granted anticipatory bail to a 21-year-old law student, Abhay Pratap, accused of selling obscene videos of self-styled godman Ashok Kharat online. The court noted the videos were already publicly available, deeming custodial interrogation unnecessary.

Twist in Pune fort death: Fiancee, male friend held for realtor's fatal fall

Twist in Pune fort death: Fiancee, male friend held for realtor's fatal fall

Rediff.com24 Jun 2026

Police in Pune have detained the fiancee and a male friend of trekker Ketan Vishal Agarwal, who was initially believed to have died in an accidental fall at Lohagad fort. The case is now being investigated as a murder, with allegations that the two suspects pushed Agarwal into a deep gorge.

FC Goa Stuns Mumbai City FC, Secures 2-0 Victory

FC Goa Stuns Mumbai City FC, Secures 2-0 Victory

Rediff.com19 Apr 2026

FC Goa defeated Mumbai City FC 2-0 in their Indian Super League match, ending Mumbai's unbeaten run this season. Goals from Sahil Tavora and Muhammed Nemil Valiyattil secured the victory for FC Goa.

Mumbai Plans New Mega Cricket Stadium

Mumbai Plans New Mega Cricket Stadium

Rediff.com9 Apr 2026

Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis announced plans for a new, larger cricket stadium in Mumbai, with a capacity of 100,000, while reaffirming the importance of the iconic Wankhede Stadium.

GM Iniyan Pa On Brink Of Global Chess Festival Title Win

GM Iniyan Pa On Brink Of Global Chess Festival Title Win

Rediff.com18 Jun 2026

GM Iniyan Pa is on the verge of winning the master's section of the Global Chess Festival in Mumbai, holding a one-point lead. Other categories like Challengers and Junior Masters also saw significant developments, with new leaders emerging and contenders vying for titles.

Bangladeshi Woman Flees Mumbai Police Custody: Details

Bangladeshi Woman Flees Mumbai Police Custody: Details

Rediff.com17 Apr 2026

A Bangladeshi woman, arrested for illegally residing in India, escaped from police custody in Mumbai. She fled after being allowed to use the washroom, and CCTV footage showed her escaping with her husband. Police have registered a case against them.

Mumbai Nurse Duped Of 1 Lakh In Online Dress Scam

Mumbai Nurse Duped Of 1 Lakh In Online Dress Scam

Rediff.com26 Apr 2026

A nurse in Mumbai was allegedly cheated of 1 lakh after attempting to purchase a dress online for 299, highlighting the risks of online shopping scams.

CAE Inaugurates Advanced Pilot Training Centre in Mumbai

CAE Inaugurates Advanced Pilot Training Centre in Mumbai

Rediff.com15 Apr 2026

CAE Simulation Training has launched a new pilot training facility in Mumbai, its fourth in India, to address the increasing demand for skilled pilots in the rapidly growing domestic aviation market.

Why Was Minister Bhujbal's Official Residence Address Misused?

Why Was Minister Bhujbal's Official Residence Address Misused?

Rediff.com9 Jun 2026

A non-cognisable case has been registered against a lawyer for allegedly using Maharashtra minister Chhagan Bhujbal's official residence address in a public notice for a private property development project, leading to a complaint from the minister's office regarding security and administrative breach.

Shreyas Iyer joins Mumbai Falcons as face of F1 sim racing push

Shreyas Iyer joins Mumbai Falcons as face of F1 sim racing push

Rediff.com30 Apr 2026

Mumbai Falcons Racing Limited (MFRL) has named Shreyas Iyer as the brand ambassador for its Formula 1 programme in India.

Mumbai TV Actor Alleges Theft By Maid Hired Online

Mumbai TV Actor Alleges Theft By Maid Hired Online

Rediff.com21 Apr 2026

A television actor in Mumbai has filed a police complaint against a maid he hired online, alleging the theft of foreign currency and jewellery worth over Rs 7 lakh from his residence.

Six rebel Uddhav Sena MPs get Y-Plus security cover amid threats

Six rebel Uddhav Sena MPs get Y-Plus security cover amid threats

Rediff.com18 Jun 2026

Maharashtra Police has provided 'Y-Plus' security cover to six 'rebel' Shiv Sena (UBT) MPs who skipped a crucial party meeting, indicating a potential breach. This move comes amidst strong warnings from party workers against switching loyalties.

10 Football Fever Moments From Bollywood

10 Football Fever Moments From Bollywood

Rediff.com22 Jun 2026

Exploring memorable scenes that celebrate football in the movies.

Yuvraj Singh Named Delhi Capitals' Batting Coach

Yuvraj Singh Named Delhi Capitals' Batting Coach

Rediff.com19 Jun 2026

Former Indian cricketer Yuvraj Singh is slated to become the batting coach for Delhi Capitals for the 2027 IPL season. This marks his first coaching assignment in the league, joining a revamped support staff under Sourav Ganguly, who will serve as Director of Cricket.

Ahmed Khan: 'Akshay Kumar-Suniel Shetty Did Disturb Us But...'

Ahmed Khan: 'Akshay Kumar-Suniel Shetty Did Disturb Us But...'

Rediff.com25 Jun 2026

'Without sugar coating things, I could tell Akshay (Kumar) and Rajpal (Yadav) aisa mat kar (don't do that), remind Anna (Suniel Shetty) that it was a just a 'back' shot and point out to Paresh (Rawal) bhai that since he was not in focus, so he didn't have to give too many expressions.'

Mumbai Nurse Duped Of 1 Lakh In Online Shopping Fraud

Mumbai Nurse Duped Of 1 Lakh In Online Shopping Fraud

Rediff.com25 Apr 2026

A nurse in Mumbai was allegedly cheated of 1 lakh after attempting to purchase a dress online for 299, police said.