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US C-17 military plane lands in Moscow amid airspace curbs, mission unclear

US C-17 military plane lands in Moscow amid airspace curbs, mission unclear

Rediff.com3 minutes ago

An American Boeing C-17A Globemaster III military transport aircraft reportedly landed in Moscow on Monday morning, according to online air traffic monitoring systems, Russian news agency TASS reported.

Morne Morkel hails Prasidh Krishna's resilience, calls him 'world-class'

Morne Morkel hails Prasidh Krishna's resilience, calls him 'world-class'

Rediff.com16 minutes ago

India bowling coach Morne Morkel has lauded pacer Prasidh Krishna for his resilience in ignoring 'outside voices' and working hard to develop into a 'world-class bowler', highlighting his impressive performance against Sri Lanka.

Rishabh Pant 'badly bruised', India hope he will keep wickets on Day 4

Rishabh Pant 'badly bruised', India hope he will keep wickets on Day 4

Rediff.com46 minutes ago

India's bowling coach Morne Morkel provided an update on Rishabh Pant's shoulder injury, stating the wicketkeeper-batter is "badly bruised" but expressed hope for his return on day four of the second Test against Sri Lanka. Pant did not keep wickets on day three after sustaining a blow while batting. Morkel also commented on Kuldeep Yadav's absence due to viral fever and India's strategy to secure the remaining Sri Lankan wickets.

How Mathematical Biology Is Revolutionising Cancer Therapy

How Mathematical Biology Is Revolutionising Cancer Therapy

Rediff.com59 minutes ago

Professor Philip Maini, an Indian-origin academic at the University of Oxford, is pioneering the application of mathematical biology to understand and develop new cancer therapies. His work focuses on creating models that predict treatment outcomes and developing adaptive therapy strategies to combat drug resistance in tumours, offering a novel approach to improving patient care.

Akshay Sharma, Manu Gandas Share Lead At Telangana Open

Akshay Sharma, Manu Gandas Share Lead At Telangana Open

Rediff.com1 hour ago

Akshay Sharma and Manu Gandas carded matching seven-under 65s to share a one-shot lead on the opening day of the Telangana Open. Vishesh Sharma and Rashid Khan are tied for third, one shot behind. The first round was suspended due to fading light and will resume on Wednesday.

Junk food to paper leaks: HC takes up Gen Z, Alpha, Beta challenges

Junk food to paper leaks: HC takes up Gen Z, Alpha, Beta challenges

Rediff.com1 hour ago

The Rajasthan high court, Jodhpur, has taken suo motu cognisance of issues concerning Gen Z, Gen Alpha and Gen Beta, expressing concern over junk food, excessive screen time, paper leaks, inadequate infrastructure in rural schools and the possible erosion of basic learning skills in the age of artificial intelligence.

How India U-20 Prepared For AFC Asian Cup Qualifiers

How India U-20 Prepared For AFC Asian Cup Qualifiers

Rediff.com1 hour ago

The India U-20 men's football team has concluded its preparations for the AFC U20 Asian Cup China 2027 Qualifiers with an unbeaten run in four friendly matches, securing three wins and a draw without conceding any goals. The team is now heading to Uzbekistan for the crucial qualifiers, aiming for a strong performance.

Former Players Urge Fresh Blood To Revive Pakistan Hockey

Former Players Urge Fresh Blood To Revive Pakistan Hockey

Rediff.com1 hour ago

Former Pakistan hockey players have expressed deep concern over the national team's poor performance at the World Cup, advocating for an immediate injection of fresh talent and a focus on the upcoming Asian Games. They attribute the sport's decline to cricket's dominance and a failure to adapt to modern hockey, urging the federation to prioritise competitive success to regain public interest.

Tottenham Hotspur sign Brazil winger Savinho from Manchester City

Tottenham Hotspur sign Brazil winger Savinho from Manchester City

Rediff.com1 hour ago

Tottenham Hotspur have significantly boosted their squad by signing Brazil winger Savinho from Manchester City, pushing their close-season spending beyond 300 million under manager Roberto De Zerbi, following a narrow escape from relegation last season.

Delhi Government Collaborates With EkStep Foundation To Make Administrative Data AI-Ready

Delhi Government Collaborates With EkStep Foundation To Make Administrative Data AI-Ready

Rediff.com1 hour ago

The Delhi government has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with EkStep Foundation to transform its administrative data into an AI-ready format. This initiative aims to improve governance, enhance public service delivery, and enable proactive, evidence-based decision-making by leveraging artificial intelligence.

Colombo Test: Dinusha puts strong resistance but India in drivers' seat

Colombo Test: Dinusha puts strong resistance but India in drivers' seat

Rediff.com1 hour ago

India retained a firm grip on the second and final Test against Sri Lanka in Colombo, despite Sonal Dinusha's unbeaten 85, with the hosts still facing the prospect of a follow-on after rain and bad light ended play early on day three.

Indian EVMs are secure, not connected to internet: CEC Gyanesh Kumar

Indian EVMs are secure, not connected to internet: CEC Gyanesh Kumar

Rediff.com1 hour ago

Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar has affirmed that Indian electronic voting machines (EVMs) are manufactured by public sector companies and operate without internet, Bluetooth, or Wi-Fi connectivity, ensuring their security and reliability.

SC directs Tarun Tejpal to surrender in 2 weeks

SC directs Tarun Tejpal to surrender in 2 weeks

Rediff.com1 hour ago

Former editor of Tehelka, Tejpal, was convicted of raping a junior colleague inside a hotel elevator in 2013 during an event organised by the magazine in Goa.

Voltas' New JV to Boost Localisation, Margin Trajectory Key for Future Growth

Voltas' New JV to Boost Localisation, Margin Trajectory Key for Future Growth

Rediff.com1 hour ago

Voltas has announced a joint venture with Atomberg Innovation to manufacture high-efficiency room air conditioner (RAC) compressors, aiming to strengthen localisation and supply-chain resilience. Despite significant volume growth in RACs, the company's margins remain a key concern for analysts.

Sebi to widen AI surveillance net to detect financial misstatements

Sebi to widen AI surveillance net to detect financial misstatements

Rediff.com2 hours ago

The Securities and Exchange Board of India (Sebi) is set to expand its artificial intelligence (AI)-based surveillance beyond trading data to include corporate filings, aiming to proactively flag financial misstatements and manipulation in quarterly results without relying solely on investor complaints.

Emami Group Concludes Investment In East Bengal FC, Shifts To Sponsorship Role

Emami Group Concludes Investment In East Bengal FC, Shifts To Sponsorship Role

Rediff.com2 hours ago

Emami Group has officially concluded its role as an investor and manager in East Bengal Football Club, transferring all shares and voting rights back to the club. The group will, however, continue its association with East Bengal FC as a sponsor, reaffirming its commitment to Indian football. This transition follows a successful period for the club under Emami's ownership, marked by significant victories for both men's and women's teams.

HC rejects UP student's hijab plea, upholds school dress code

HC rejects UP student's hijab plea, upholds school dress code

Rediff.com2 hours ago

The Allahabad high court has dismissed a petition filed by a minor student of a school in Prayagraj. The petitioner had sought permission to wear a hijab additionally along with the prescribed school dress code while attending classes.

Sports Ministry Firm On Asian Games Tennis Selection Criteria

Sports Ministry Firm On Asian Games Tennis Selection Criteria

Rediff.com2 hours ago

Five Indian tennis players were excluded from the Asian Games squad because they did not meet the Sports Ministry's stringent international ranking criteria, a decision that has drawn criticism from veteran players like Rohan Bopanna but is being upheld by authorities to maintain administrative integrity.

Don't Fall For NEET-PG Delay Rumours! Board Issues Clarification

Don't Fall For NEET-PG Delay Rumours! Board Issues Clarification

Rediff.com2 hours ago

With NEET-PG 2026 scheduled for August 30, online postponement rumours are causing chaos. The National Board of Examinations in Medical Sciences (NBEMS) slammed social media users spreading fake news, warning that circulating misleading exam updates could trigger strict legal action. They advised candidates to trust official announcements only.

Bihar Police, Students Clash Over BPSC Exam Demands

Bihar Police, Students Clash Over BPSC Exam Demands

Rediff.com2 hours ago

Thousands of students clashed with Bihar Police in Patna while attempting to march to the chief minister's residence, protesting against the Bihar Public Service Commission's (BPSC) examination system and alleged irregularities.

How UPI Revolutionised India's Digital Payment Landscape

How UPI Revolutionised India's Digital Payment Landscape

Rediff.com2 hours ago

Union Home Minister Amit Shah lauded UPI on its 10th anniversary, highlighting its role in India's digital transformation. Launched by NPCI in 2016, UPI has become the world's largest real-time payment system, witnessing a massive surge in transaction volume and value, demonstrating its success in empowering people with swift, seamless, and secure digital transactions.

Ketan Parekh's bid to cross-examine Capital Group traders rejected by SAT

Ketan Parekh's bid to cross-examine Capital Group traders rejected by SAT

Rediff.com2 hours ago

The Securities Appellate Tribunal (SAT) has dismissed Ketan Parekh's appeal challenging Sebi's denial of his request to cross-examine two traders from Capital Group, related to an alleged front-running scheme.

Day 3: Rain forces early stumps as Sri Lanka reach 265-8 in Colombo

Day 3: Rain forces early stumps as Sri Lanka reach 265-8 in Colombo

Rediff.com2 hours ago

Prasidh Krishna's hostile spell and Manav Suthar's two wickets helped India keep Sri Lanka under pressure on Day 3, despite 50's from Pasindu Sooriyabandara and Sonal Dinusha in Colombo on Tuesday.

New Study Reveals How Brain's Language Skills Defy Age

New Study Reveals How Brain's Language Skills Defy Age

Rediff.com2 hours ago

A new study by MIT and Boston University found that the brain region responsible for language remains active and similar in older adults compared to younger adults. However, the brain system for decision-making, known as the 'multiple demand network', shows significant differences with age. This suggests that specialised brain functions like language processing may be more resilient to ageing than general-purpose cognitive functions.

Sensex, Nifty Recover Losses as Crude Oil Drops Below $90 a Barrel

Sensex, Nifty Recover Losses as Crude Oil Drops Below $90 a Barrel

Rediff.com2 hours ago

Indian benchmark indices, Sensex and Nifty, recovered intraday losses to close higher, driven by late-day buying and a significant decline in Brent crude oil prices, which fell 3 per cent to USD 89.32 per barrel.

SAI defends Asian Games snub of five Indian tennis players

SAI defends Asian Games snub of five Indian tennis players

Rediff.com2 hours ago

SAI has defended the exclusion of five Indian tennis players from the Asian Games squad, saying they failed to meet the prescribed continental ranking criteria.

ICSI June 2026 CS Professional Results Out; Key Dates For Next Attempt

ICSI June 2026 CS Professional Results Out; Key Dates For Next Attempt

Rediff.com3 hours ago

If you appeared for the exams, you can now check your subject-wise marks statement directly by logging into the official portal at icsi.edu.

38 men booked for molesting activist during Ranchi student protests

38 men booked for molesting activist during Ranchi student protests

Rediff.com3 hours ago

A case has been filed against 38 individuals, including 8 named persons, for allegedly molesting a female member of the JPSC-JSSC Reforms Manch during a protest in Ranchi on August 21. The complaint was lodged by the victim, accompanied by BJP's Babulal Marandi, at Kotwali police station, with charges including molestation and other sections of the BNS. The incident occurred during a procession against recruitment examination irregularities.

1998 Wandhama massacre: SIA reopens probe into killing of 23 Kashmiri Pandits

1998 Wandhama massacre: SIA reopens probe into killing of 23 Kashmiri Pandits

Rediff.com3 hours ago

The State Investigation Agency (SIA) has reopened investigation into the 1998 Wandhama massacre in Jammu and Kashmir's Ganderbal district, where 23 Kashmiri Pandits were shot dead by terrorists, officials said on Tuesday.

'I can play cricket again': Anaya Bangar gets Cricket Australia eligibility boost

'I can play cricket again': Anaya Bangar gets Cricket Australia eligibility boost

Rediff.com3 hours ago

Former Mumbai U-19 cricketer Anaya Bangar can play elite women's cricket in Australia from March 2027, subject to Cricket Australia's eligibility criteria.

Mumbai police issues weapons ban ahead of festive season

Mumbai police issues weapons ban ahead of festive season

Rediff.com3 hours ago

Mumbai Police have issued a prohibitory order banning weapons, explosives, and other harmful articles from August 29 to September 27, ahead of major festivals like Dahi Handi and Ganesh Chaturthi. The order aims to maintain public peace and safety, with specific exemptions for government personnel and security guards.

45 yrs of delay: SC calls Jharkhand double-murder case a 'judicial failure'

45 yrs of delay: SC calls Jharkhand double-murder case a 'judicial failure'

Rediff.com3 hours ago

The Supreme Court has directed the release of a 70-year-old man by suspending his sentence as it termed the nearly half century long litigation in a double-murder case from Jharkhand a "failure of judicial system."

Bombay High Court's Witty Remark On MCA Eateries

Bombay High Court's Witty Remark On MCA Eateries

Rediff.com3 hours ago

The Bombay High Court humorously questioned if cricketers were consuming "non-vegetarian tea" due to unhygienic conditions at Mumbai Cricket Association (MCA) eateries. The court ordered the MCA to clean its premises before a fresh FDA inspection, following the suspension of licenses for five restaurants due to severe food safety violations like cockroach infestations and dirty kitchens.

SC to set up special bench on OBC creamy-layer criteria

SC to set up special bench on OBC creamy-layer criteria

Rediff.com3 hours ago

The Supreme Court has agreed to constitute a special bench to address the Centre's plea regarding the applicability of its March 11 judgment on OBC creamy-layer criteria to candidates of the Civil Services Examination (CSE) 2025. The Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT) seeks to proceed with service allocation for 958 recommended candidates based on the creamy-layer determination applied before the verdict, citing potential unequal treatment and disruption to training schedules.

Shahana Goswami On The Rediff Podcast: 'If Someone Wants An Open Relationship...'

Shahana Goswami On The Rediff Podcast: 'If Someone Wants An Open Relationship...'

Rediff.com3 hours ago

'...Because they want to sexually engage with multiple people, so be it.'

Rapid Chess Tournament Kicks Off Global Chess League Excitement In Bengaluru

Rapid Chess Tournament Kicks Off Global Chess League Excitement In Bengaluru

Rediff.com3 hours ago

Bengaluru is set to host a FIDE-rated Rapid Chess tournament featuring up to 1000 players, serving as a prelude to Season 4 of the Tech Mahindra Global Chess League (GCL). The tournament offers a Rs 4 lakh prize purse and a chance for participants to experience the build-up to the GCL, which will feature top chess stars like Magnus Carlsen and Viswanathan Anand.

He wanted...: Maha hill tragedy victims' kin refutes phone claim

He wanted...: Maha hill tragedy victims' kin refutes phone claim

Rediff.com3 hours ago

The tragedy unfolded in the Tisgaon area on August 21 when three members of the Chandgude family died after a domestic dispute ended in a sequence of fatal falls from a hilltop, according to police.

8 overground workers of terrorists arrested in Kashmir

8 overground workers of terrorists arrested in Kashmir

Rediff.com3 hours ago

Security forces in Kashmir have arrested eight overground workers (OGWs) of terror outfits in three separate operations across Shopian and Pulwama districts. The arrests led to the recovery of grenades, AK magazines, mobile phones, pistols, and other incriminating materials, significantly disrupting terror networks in the region.

TCS inks 1.25 billion Porsche deal, acquires German auto giant's IT unit MHP

TCS inks 1.25 billion Porsche deal, acquires German auto giant's IT unit MHP

Rediff.com4 hours ago

Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) has announced a five-year strategic deal with German automaker Porsche AG worth 1.25 billion (nearly 14,000 crore), which includes the acquisition of Porsche's wholly-owned subsidiary MHP Management- und IT-Beratung GmbH for 320 million (around 3,574 crore). This move is set to significantly expand TCS's consulting footprint in Germany and the broader European market, giving it access to MHP's customer base and specialised talent.

'The pressure is on another level': Harmanpreet on India-Pakistan clash

'The pressure is on another level': Harmanpreet on India-Pakistan clash

Rediff.com4 hours ago

Harmanpreet Kaur says a winning culture is taking shape in the Indian women's cricket team as they prepare for the Asia Cup and Asian Games.