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Chelsea, Fulham secure comfortable wins to progress in League Cup

Chelsea, Fulham secure comfortable wins to progress in League Cup

Rediff.com1 days ago

Chelsea secured a 2-0 victory over Luton Town, with Danny Welbeck scoring on his debut, while Fulham beat AFC Wimbledon 3-0, marking new manager Alvaro Arbeloa's first win.

Mumbai firm get Nadcap nod, boosts aircraft component sourcing from India

Mumbai firm get Nadcap nod, boosts aircraft component sourcing from India

Rediff.com4 days ago

Mumbai-based TCR Engineering Services has become the first independent company in India to receive Nadcap accreditation for materials testing at its Navi Mumbai and Vadodara laboratories, a crucial step for Indian suppliers to enter the global aerospace supply chain.

India removes hurdle for rupee export payments, eyes wider international use

India removes hurdle for rupee export payments, eyes wider international use

Rediff.com21 Aug 2026

India has removed a key regulatory hurdle, allowing exporters to receive payments in Indian currency while retaining incentives under the country's foreign trade policy, a move aimed at promoting wider use of the rupee in international trade.

Flies, cockroaches found in MCA kitchens; Bombay HC orders fresh inspection

Flies, cockroaches found in MCA kitchens; Bombay HC orders fresh inspection

Rediff.com4 days ago

The Bombay High Court has directed the FDA to conduct a fresh inspection of the Mumbai Cricket Association's kitchens after serious food safety and hygiene violations were found, including insects. The court also humorously questioned if cricketers were aware they were consuming "non-vegetarian tea" due to the unhygienic conditions. The MCA has been asked to clean its premises before the inspection.

Uttarakhand: 13 glacial lakes marked 'sensitive' amid Nepal floods

Uttarakhand: 13 glacial lakes marked 'sensitive' amid Nepal floods

Rediff.com1 days ago

Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami has directed officials to strengthen regular monitoring and safety measures for 13 identified 'sensitive' glacial lakes in the state, citing potential risks in hilly regions.

How Ariha Pangambam Won India's First Aerobics Gymnastics Gold

How Ariha Pangambam Won India's First Aerobics Gymnastics Gold

Rediff.com1 days ago

At 22, Ariha Pangambam from Manipur created history by winning the first ever individual gold for India in aerobic gymnastics at the Asian championships.

5 Reasons Why Toxic Is A 'Tabaahi' Of Our Expectations

5 Reasons Why Toxic Is A 'Tabaahi' Of Our Expectations

Rediff.com2 days ago

Toxic looks spectacular, but beneath its glossy, brutally violent exterior lies a hollow, confused film that mistakes style and swagger for substance, observes Sreeju Sudhakaran.

Breakthrough Nanopore Technology Detects Neurodegenerative Disease Biomarkers Early

Breakthrough Nanopore Technology Detects Neurodegenerative Disease Biomarkers Early

Rediff.com20 hours ago

Researchers at BRIC-RGCB in Thiruvananthapuram have developed a novel nanopore-based sensing technology. This innovation allows for the early and highly sensitive detection of biomarkers associated with neurodegenerative diseases like Parkinson's and ALS, addressing a critical challenge in current diagnostic methods. The technology, published in Nature Nanotechnology, uses self-assembling dual-diameter nanopore sensors to identify disease-specific biomarkers even at low concentrations.

Veteran golfer Rashid Khan claims Telangana Open crown after seven-year victory drought

Veteran golfer Rashid Khan claims Telangana Open crown after seven-year victory drought

Rediff.com21 hours ago

Veteran Indian golfer Rashid Khan secured his 15th professional title by winning the Telangana Open, ending a seven-year wait for victory. Khan closed with a five-under 67 to finish at 23-under 265, three strokes ahead of runner-up Honey Baisoya. This win marks his 11th victory on the DP World PGTI and significantly boosts his position on the Order of Merit.

588 missing after massive mudslide at Nepal-Tibet border: Chinese state media

588 missing after massive mudslide at Nepal-Tibet border: Chinese state media

Rediff.com2 days ago

A massive mudslide near the China-Nepal border in Tibet has left three people dead and 588 missing. Chinese President Xi Jinping has ordered all-out rescue efforts, with the PLA mobilising forces for search and relief operations in the affected Gyirong County. The Indian Embassy has also issued an advisory for stranded Indians.

420 runs, three centuries: Gunawardene hails Dinusha as major positive for Sri Lanka

420 runs, three centuries: Gunawardene hails Dinusha as major positive for Sri Lanka

Rediff.com1 days ago

Avishka Gunawardene acknowledged India's dominance but hailed Sonal Dinusha's breakthrough, with the young batter scoring 420 runs, including three centuries, as a major positive for Sri Lanka.

Hockey World Cup: Netherlands dent India's semi-final hopes with 3-1 win

Hockey World Cup: Netherlands dent India's semi-final hopes with 3-1 win

Rediff.com6 days ago

India's strong defensive start unravelled after half-time as three Dutch goals secured a 3-1 win, denting the team's World Cup semifinal hopes.

Infantino faces fresh threat ahead of FIFA election

Infantino faces fresh threat ahead of FIFA election

Rediff.com5 days ago

FIFA President Gianni Infantino is campaigning for re-election by positioning himself as the advocate for less wealthy football nations, while UEFA President Aleksander Ceferin has ruled out running against him but anticipates an opposition candidate.

Why India Must Bridge The Research-To-Technology Gap

Why India Must Bridge The Research-To-Technology Gap

Rediff.com7 days ago

Noted scientist Prof V Ramgopal Rao highlights India's significant progress in higher education and research but points out a critical gap in converting scientific discoveries into market-ready technologies. He advocates for a robust institutional framework, multidisciplinary collaboration, and stronger academia-industry ties to foster innovation and translate research into practical products.

5 High Growth Business Ideas for First-Time Women Entrepreneurs

5 High Growth Business Ideas for First-Time Women Entrepreneurs

Rediff.com5 days ago

The companies that grow are the ones that adapt quickly, embrace technology thoughtfully and never lose sight of the customer.

Jantar Mantar protests reflect 'systemic failures': RSS

Jantar Mantar protests reflect 'systemic failures': RSS

Rediff.com7 days ago

The Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) recently held a three-day coordination meeting in Visakhapatnam, where senior leader C R Mukunda highlighted discussions on demographic imbalance, its impact on social harmony, recent youth protests, and underlying systemic failures. The Sangh believes these issues, including exam irregularities like NEET, point to broader administrative and institutional shortcomings that require constructive efforts from both government and society.

India crash out of hockey World Cup after Argentina loss

India crash out of hockey World Cup after Argentina loss

Rediff.com4 days ago

The Indian men's hockey team was eliminated from the FIH World Cup semifinal race after a 3-5 loss to Argentina in a crucial pool match. India needed to win by at least two goals but struggled to find form against a strong Argentine side.

Abu Dhabi Targets Indian Tourists

Abu Dhabi Targets Indian Tourists

Rediff.com1 days ago

'India was the emirate's largest international source market by hotel guest volume.'

Treesa Jolly celebrates historic Worlds medal, says home-soil bronze feels extra special

Treesa Jolly celebrates historic Worlds medal, says home-soil bronze feels extra special

Rediff.com5 days ago

Treesa Jolly called her World Championships bronze with Gayatri Gopichand a dream come true, made more special by ending India's 15-year medal wait on home soil.

Can TCS Survive Chandra's Exit?

Can TCS Survive Chandra's Exit?

Rediff.com5 days ago

N Chandrasekaran's exit marks a major shift for TCS, leaving its leadership to navigate AI disruption without the group chairman's deep expertise.

Hockey World Cup: India face stern test against Olympic champions Netherlands

Hockey World Cup: India face stern test against Olympic champions Netherlands

Rediff.com21 Aug 2026

India faces a critical challenge against co-hosts and reigning Olympic champions the Netherlands in their Hockey World Cup second-round opener.

SC to hear on Aug 31 Abhishek Banerjee aide's plea in land-grabbing case

SC to hear on Aug 31 Abhishek Banerjee aide's plea in land-grabbing case

Rediff.com21 hours ago

The Supreme Court has listed for hearing on August 31 an appeal of Sumit Roy, personal assistant to Trinamool Congress MP Abhishek Banerjee, challenging the August 6 order of the Calcutta high court denying him pre-arrest bail in the Salboni land-grabbing case.

Karnataka Government Partners With ElevenLabs For AI-Powered Citizen Services

Karnataka Government Partners With ElevenLabs For AI-Powered Citizen Services

Rediff.com1 days ago

The Karnataka government is collaborating with ElevenLabs to explore pilot projects using voice AI across various sectors including skilling, investment promotion, healthcare, culture, and citizen services. This initiative aims to leverage advanced AI to enhance accessibility and efficiency of government services, with a strong focus on responsible AI use and safeguards against misinformation.

UP rehabilitates 21 families from ASI-protected Saundhan Fort in Sambhal

UP rehabilitates 21 families from ASI-protected Saundhan Fort in Sambhal

Rediff.com1 days ago

The Uttar Pradesh government has initiated the rehabilitation of 21 families residing within the historic Saundhan Fort in Sambhal. Each family has been allotted a 100-square-meter plot, with special provisions for widows under the Chief Minister's Housing Scheme, as part of efforts to conserve the ASI-protected Mughal-era monument and promote tourism.

Shubman Gill upbeat on WTC final hopes despite frustrating Sri Lanka draw

Shubman Gill upbeat on WTC final hopes despite frustrating Sri Lanka draw

Rediff.com1 days ago

Shubman Gill remains hopeful of India reaching the WTC final, but the team must win at least six of their remaining seven Tests.

Resilient Sri Lanka salvage draw as Dinusha denies India in Colombo

Resilient Sri Lanka salvage draw as Dinusha denies India in Colombo

Rediff.com1 days ago

Sri Lanka's Sonal Dinusha scored an unbeaten 133, his second century of the match, to help the hosts salvage a draw against India in the second Test, denying them a series sweep.

2nd Test: Batting coach explains Kuldeep's omission, rejects fake-illness theory

2nd Test: Batting coach explains Kuldeep's omission, rejects fake-illness theory

Rediff.com5 days ago

India batting coach Sitanshu Kotak clarified Kuldeep Yadav missed the second Test due to genuine viral fever, rejecting speculation that the team had any reason to fake illness.

Chinese Premier Li Qiang visits flood-hit Gyirong township in Tibet

Chinese Premier Li Qiang visits flood-hit Gyirong township in Tibet

Rediff.com1 days ago

A massive flash flood near the China-Nepal border in Tibet has left hundreds missing and caused significant casualties. Chinese Premier Li Qiang visited the affected Gyirong Township to oversee rescue and relief operations, with the PLA mobilising forces for search and rescue.

Indian Golfer Pranavi Urs Makes Strong Start In Irish Open

Indian Golfer Pranavi Urs Makes Strong Start In Irish Open

Rediff.com1 days ago

Pranavi Urs carded a three-under 69 to secure a spot inside the top 10 after the opening round of the KPMG Women's Irish Open. While Urs showed strong form, fellow Indian golfers Diksha Dagar and Tvesa Malik struggled, both carding 74s and facing a battle to make the cut. South African Casandra Alexander leads the tournament with a stunning nine-under 63.

Home Flooded? Avoid These Insurance Claim Mistakes

Home Flooded? Avoid These Insurance Claim Mistakes

Rediff.com4 days ago

Flood insurance claims can be rejected or reduced if homeowners do not understand what their policy actually covers.

'No Words Could Normalise Things': Coach on Treesa-Gayatri's Historic World Championships Medal

'No Words Could Normalise Things': Coach on Treesa-Gayatri's Historic World Championships Medal

Rediff.com7 days ago

Indian doubles coach B Sumeeth Reddy discusses the emotional journey and struggles of Treesa Jolly and Gayatri Gopichand, who secured a historic bronze medal at the Badminton World Championships. He highlights their contrasting personalities, improved rotation, and resilience in overcoming injuries to achieve this significant milestone.

Sriya Reddy Is Not To Be Messed With!

Sriya Reddy Is Not To Be Messed With!

Rediff.com4 days ago

Sriya Reddy has never really done the sweet 'n' simple thing. Even before Mahakali put her in the spotlight, her fashion choices have had a certain don't-mess-with-me energy.

Raksha Bandhan 2026: Which Type Of Sister Are You?

Raksha Bandhan 2026: Which Type Of Sister Are You?

Rediff.com2 days ago

Every family has that one sister who has her life completely together, the one who falls in love with everything, the one who refuses to follow the rules and, of course, the one who believes more is always more.

Digital Divide Keeps Women Out of India's Gig Economy: Report

Digital Divide Keeps Women Out of India's Gig Economy: Report

Rediff.com4 days ago

Despite near gender parity in basic bank account ownership, women in India remain significantly underrepresented in the growing platform economy due to gaps in digital financial capability and access to credit, according to a joint report by the International Labour Organization and National Council of Applied Economic Research.

'You train them to repeat it': Manjrekar slams ICC and BCCI

'You train them to repeat it': Manjrekar slams ICC and BCCI

Rediff.com3 days ago

Former India batter Sanjay Manjrekar criticised the ICC and BCCI over incidents involving Yashasvi Jaiswal and Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, warning that leniency could encourage repeat behaviour.

Rukmini Vasanth Makes You Wonder...

Rukmini Vasanth Makes You Wonder...

Rediff.com5 days ago

Rukmini Vasanth's Toxic may be bringing the drama to the big screen but her wardrobe has been quietly causing its own kind of chaos.

Shashi Tharoor slammed on social media for 'drama' remark on Nepal floods

Shashi Tharoor slammed on social media for 'drama' remark on Nepal floods

Rediff.com1 days ago

Congress MP Shashi Tharoor faced significant backlash on social media for describing the Nepal flash floods as "drama." Despite expressing concern and detailing the devastation, his choice of words was widely criticised as insensitive, leading to questions about his vocabulary usage.

For those fulminating...: Tharoor clarifies remarks on Nepal floods after backlash

For those fulminating...: Tharoor clarifies remarks on Nepal floods after backlash

Rediff.com1 days ago

Congress leader Shashi Tharoor clarified his use of the word 'drama' in a social media post about the Nepal flash floods, stating he intended it to mean 'a state, situation or series of events involving intensely clashing forces' and regretting the misinterpretation.

Sebi 'close' to approving NSE IPO, eyes broader market resilience

Sebi 'close' to approving NSE IPO, eyes broader market resilience

Rediff.com1 days ago

The Securities and Exchange Board of India (Sebi) is reportedly 'close' to approving the National Stock Exchange's (NSE) initial public offering (IPO) draft documents, with an expected market debut by early next month. Sebi Chairman Tuhin Kanta Pandey also emphasised the regulator's focus on enhancing market resilience against evolving risks, including technology failures and the impact of artificial intelligence.

Lata song played at Shinde's event instead of Vande Mataram

Lata song played at Shinde's event instead of Vande Mataram

Rediff.com18 Aug 2026

A Hindi song with a 'Vande Mataram' refrain, not the official national song, was played at a government event in Thane attended by Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde, who subsequently directed organisers to adhere strictly to the approved version.