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Bengaluru FC Ends ISL Season With Win Over Chennaiyin

Bengaluru FC Ends ISL Season With Win Over Chennaiyin

Rediff.com16 May 2026

Bengaluru FC concluded their Indian Super League 2025-26 campaign with a 2-1 victory over Chennaiyin FC. Ryan Williams and Serto Worneilen Kom scored for Bengaluru, while Daniel Chima Chukwu scored for Chennaiyin.

India's U-17 Boxers Punch Their Way To Asian Championship Finals

India's U-17 Boxers Punch Their Way To Asian Championship Finals

Rediff.com11 May 2026

India's U-17 girls boxing team had a successful day at the Asian Championships, with eight boxers advancing to the finals. Rakhi, Khushi Chand, Navya, Diya, Himanshi, Jyoti, Vanshika, and Gurseerat Kaur secured their spots in the finals, while Mamta Murlidhar, Manjunath Lamani, Ishika, and Harnoor Kaur settled for bronze medals after losing their semi-final bouts.

IPL 2026: Vaibhav Sooryavanshi: A Kid Out Of Control

IPL 2026: Vaibhav Sooryavanshi: A Kid Out Of Control

Rediff.com4 days ago

He upsets bowlers, unsettles the opponent captain's plans, and destroys their hopes of winning the match.

IPL 2026: How Punjab Kings' Dream Run Turned Into A Nightmare

IPL 2026: How Punjab Kings' Dream Run Turned Into A Nightmare

Rediff.com15 May 2026

Punjab Kings's downfall has been driven by poor fielding, repeated dropped catches, inconsistent bowling and the continued backing of out-of-form middle-order batters such as Shashank Singh and Nehal Wadhera, both of whom have struggled with both bat and fielding standards.

TVS Venu Group to bolster financial services presence with Jana SFB stake

TVS Venu Group to bolster financial services presence with Jana SFB stake

Rediff.com6 days ago

TVS Venu Group has agreed to acquire a minority stake of up to 9.9 per cent in Jana Small Finance Bank, including a 4.9 per cent ownership by TVS Motor Company, through a combination of primary issuance of warrants and a secondary purchase.

Shikhar Dhawan Formally Registers Marriage In Gurugram

Shikhar Dhawan Formally Registers Marriage In Gurugram

Rediff.com6 May 2026

Former Indian cricketer Shikhar Dhawan and his wife Sophie Shine formally registered their marriage in Gurugram, completing the formalities at the registrar's office.

Innovative Blood Test Detects Early Signs of Alzheimer's by Analysing Protein Folding

Innovative Blood Test Detects Early Signs of Alzheimer's by Analysing Protein Folding

Rediff.com20 Mar 2026

A new blood test analysing the folding of amino acids, rather than their amounts, shows promise in detecting the earliest biological signs of Alzheimer's disease, according to a recent study.

India, Canada sign landmark nuclear agreement

India, Canada sign landmark nuclear agreement

Rediff.com2 Mar 2026

India and Canada solidify their partnership with a landmark uranium supply agreement and discussions to finalise a comprehensive economic partnership, signaling stronger ties and cooperation on key global issues.

PGA Champ Aaron Rai's Secret Weapon: Wife Gaurika Bishnoi

PGA Champ Aaron Rai's Secret Weapon: Wife Gaurika Bishnoi

Rediff.com7 days ago

Aaron Rai's PGA Championship victory was significantly influenced by his wife, Gaurika Bishnoi, an Indian professional golfer. Her support, mindset, and advice played a crucial role in his success, marking a historic moment for the English golfer with Indian heritage.

PGA Champ Aaron Rai's Secret Weapon: Wife Gaurika Bishnoi

PGA Champ Aaron Rai's Secret Weapon: Wife Gaurika Bishnoi

Rediff.com7 days ago

Aaron Rai's PGA Championship victory was significantly influenced by his wife, Gaurika Bishnoi, an Indian professional golfer. Her support, mindset, and advice played a crucial role in his success, marking a historic moment for the English golfer with Indian heritage.

Oscar Bruzon inspires East Bengal to end their two-decade title drought

Oscar Bruzon inspires East Bengal to end their two-decade title drought

Rediff.com3 days ago

East Bengal ended a 22-year wait to win the national league crown, defeating Inter Kashi in a thrilling final. Under coach Oscar Bruzon, the team overcame early setbacks and showed resilience to secure the title, marking a defining moment for the club and Indian football.

IPL 2026: KKR Sign Blessing Muzarabani As Mustafizur's Replacement

IPL 2026: KKR Sign Blessing Muzarabani As Mustafizur's Replacement

Rediff.com13 Mar 2026

Kolkata Knight Riders have signed Zimbabwe fast bowler Blessing Muzarabani as a replacement for Mustafizur Rahman for IPL 2026, which is scheduled to start on March 28.

IPL 2026: 'Give youngsters a chance': Gavaskar tells MI

IPL 2026: 'Give youngsters a chance': Gavaskar tells MI

Rediff.com14 May 2026

Sunil Gavaskar suggests Mumbai Indians should give younger players opportunities after being eliminated from playoff contention, to assess their potential for the next season.

'Old generation still best': Gavaskar on Kohli masterclass

'Old generation still best': Gavaskar on Kohli masterclass

Rediff.com14 May 2026

Sunil Gavaskar praised Virat Kohli's record-breaking century for Royal Challengers Bengaluru, highlighting his mastery in run-chases and his continued dominance in T20 cricket.

IPL 2O26: Is Punjab Kings Suffering From A Cricket Curse?

IPL 2O26: Is Punjab Kings Suffering From A Cricket Curse?

Rediff.com6 days ago

This desperate struggle by PBKS after riding high will be recorded as one of the most shocking turnarounds of the IPL 2026 season.

Former Army Chief Naravane supports RSS leader's push for talks with Pakistan

Former Army Chief Naravane supports RSS leader's push for talks with Pakistan

Rediff.com14 May 2026

Former Army Chief General (retd) Manoj Naravane has supported RSS leader Dattatreya Hosabale's stand for fostering dialogue and people-to-people connections with neighbouring Pakistan, saying that such engagements are 'important'.

Harry Kane runs riot in Bayern's 5-1 title party

Harry Kane runs riot in Bayern's 5-1 title party

Rediff.com16 May 2026

Harry Kane scored a hat-trick as Bayern Munich defeated Cologne 5-1 to win the Bundesliga title. Bayern finished the season with a record-breaking 122 goals.

How RCB Cultivated A Winning 'Hunter Mindset' In IPL

How RCB Cultivated A Winning 'Hunter Mindset' In IPL

Rediff.com6 days ago

Royal Challengers Bengaluru's director of cricket, Mo Bobat, attributes the team's IPL success to a 'hunter mindset' that prevents complacency after their previous trophy win. This psychological shift has been key to maintaining motivation and focus.

Babar Azam to return to Pakistan squad for second Bangladesh Test

Babar Azam to return to Pakistan squad for second Bangladesh Test

Rediff.com12 May 2026

Babar Azam, Pakistan's key batter, is likely to play in the second Test against Bangladesh after missing the first match due to a knee injury. His return is anticipated to strengthen Pakistan's batting lineup after their loss in the first Test.

Women Entrepreneurs To Be Trained As Drone Pilots

Women Entrepreneurs To Be Trained As Drone Pilots

Rediff.com12 May 2026

FLO has signed agreements with Garuda Aerospace, NEOSKY India and YRG for a skilling programme to train 1,000 women drone pilots by March next year.

Carlo Ancelotti To Manage Brazil Until 2030 World Cup

Carlo Ancelotti To Manage Brazil Until 2030 World Cup

Rediff.com15 May 2026

Carlo Ancelotti has extended his contract as the manager of the Brazilian national football team until the 2030 World Cup.

AFI Denies Formal Athletics Tie-Up With Russia

AFI Denies Formal Athletics Tie-Up With Russia

Rediff.com7 May 2026

The Athletics Federation of India (AFI) has denied signing a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the Russian athletics federation, amidst ongoing sanctions and the conflict in Ukraine.

How Yan Diomande Went From Florida To World Cup

How Yan Diomande Went From Florida To World Cup

Rediff.com6 days ago

Yan Diomande, a 19-year-old winger from the Ivory Coast, has experienced a meteoric rise in the world of football, going from playing in a Florida high school to representing his country at the World Cup. His journey involved overcoming cultural challenges and excelling in both the United States and Europe, ultimately leading to his selection for the Ivory Coast national team.

Xi backs open Hormuz, opposes nuclear-armed Iran: Trump after China visit

Xi backs open Hormuz, opposes nuclear-armed Iran: Trump after China visit

Rediff.com16 May 2026

United States and China have agreed that "Iran can't have nuclear weapons," and that the Strait of Hormuz must be opened, according to US President Donald Trump.

'Biggest Single Danger Is If Remittances Come Down'

'Biggest Single Danger Is If Remittances Come Down'

Rediff.com13 May 2026

'At the first sign of real trouble, that money will move. There will be a run.'

Not Iyer? Ravi Shastri backs Sanju Samson for T20I Captaincy

Not Iyer? Ravi Shastri backs Sanju Samson for T20I Captaincy

Rediff.com15 May 2026

Former Indian coach Ravi Shastri believes Sanju Samson is a strong contender for the national side's T20I captaincy, citing his IPL experience and improved consistency.

KKR Seek Victory Against Mumbai To Keep IPL Playoff Hopes Alive

KKR Seek Victory Against Mumbai To Keep IPL Playoff Hopes Alive

Rediff.com6 days ago

Kolkata Knight Riders face Mumbai Indians in a crucial IPL match, needing a win to keep their playoff hopes alive. Their fate also depends on other match results.

Kota Hospital Deaths: Infection Source Remains A Mystery

Kota Hospital Deaths: Infection Source Remains A Mystery

Rediff.com9 May 2026

The condition of three women remains critical after contracting a kidney infection following caesarean deliveries at a government hospital in Kota. An investigation is underway to determine the cause of the infection, which has already resulted in two deaths.

Woman Found Murdered In Sultanpur Village

Woman Found Murdered In Sultanpur Village

Rediff.com10 May 2026

An elderly woman was found murdered in her village in Sultanpur district, Uttar Pradesh. Police are investigating the case, with multiple teams formed to find the perpetrator.

Bollywood's Love Affair With Adultery

Bollywood's Love Affair With Adultery

Rediff.com12 May 2026

Explore Bollywood's enduring fascination with infidelity as new films like Pati Patni Aur Woh Do and Hai Jawani Toh Ishq Hona Hai continue a cinematic tradition of depicting adultery through various classic tropes and evolving narratives.

Delhi University Stops St Stephen's Principal Appointment

Delhi University Stops St Stephen's Principal Appointment

Rediff.com14 May 2026

Delhi University has instructed St Stephen's College to halt the appointment of a new principal, citing that the selection committee was not formed in accordance with the University Grants Commission (UGC) Regulations, 2018.

IPL 2026: 'I told you so' Krunal after Kohli's century magic

IPL 2026: 'I told you so' Krunal after Kohli's century magic

Rediff.com14 May 2026

RCB all-rounder Krunal Pandya's prediction about Virat Kohli came true in style, as the star batter smashed a brilliant century against Kolkata Knight Riders in Raipur on Wednesday-just days after back-to-back ducks in his previous outing.

'Modi's Concerned About India's Economic Vulnerabilities'

'Modi's Concerned About India's Economic Vulnerabilities'

Rediff.com14 May 2026

'...especially pressure on the rupee, the current account deficit, and foreign exchange outflows.' 'The key question over the next several months is whether the government can prevent external turbulence from feeding into domestic economic pessimism.'

'Stop the Game': Irish footballers, celebrities demand Israel boycott

'Stop the Game': Irish footballers, celebrities demand Israel boycott

Rediff.com8 May 2026

Irish footballers, celebrities and campaigners have urged the FAI to boycott UEFA Nations League matches against Israel, citing the Gaza conflict and alleged breaches of FIFA and UEFA statutes.

Pakistan spinner Abrar Ahmed signed by Indian-owned Sunrisers Leeds in Hundred auction

Pakistan spinner Abrar Ahmed signed by Indian-owned Sunrisers Leeds in Hundred auction

Rediff.com12 Mar 2026

In February, the BBC reported that Manchester Super Giants, MI London, Southern Brave, and Sunrisers Leeds would not consider signing Pakistani players for the United Kingdom-based competition amid tensions between neighbours India and Pakistan.

Praggnanandhaa Held To Draw By Firouzja In Round 1

Praggnanandhaa Held To Draw By Firouzja In Round 1

Rediff.com15 May 2026

Indian Grandmaster R Praggnanandhaa drew with Alireza Firouzja in the first round of the Super Chess Classics in Bucharest, while other games also ended in draws.

IPL 2026, CSK vs SRH: Chennai Super Kings, Sunrisers Hyderabad battle for playoff berth

IPL 2026, CSK vs SRH: Chennai Super Kings, Sunrisers Hyderabad battle for playoff berth

Rediff.com17 May 2026

Chennai Super Kings and Sunrisers Hyderabad face off in a crucial IPL match with playoff qualification at stake. Both teams need a win to boost their chances of reaching the knockouts.

'Every Political Party Will Be BJP-ised'

'Every Political Party Will Be BJP-ised'

Rediff.com6 days ago

'Look at the way SIR that was implemented in Bengal. They wanted to entirely curate the voter list in order to suit their purposes and victory.' 'Look at the targeted deletions and the targeted voting list.' 'The difference between the TMC and the BJP was only about 4% but that 4% vote was done so selectively that the difference ultimately showed up as 100 seats!'

Debutant Diamond Harbour FC clinch IFL title, secure promotion to Indian Super League

Debutant Diamond Harbour FC clinch IFL title, secure promotion to Indian Super League

Rediff.com18 May 2026

Diamond Harbour FC secured the Indian Football League (IFL) title in their debut season, drawing 1-1 with Dempo SC and earning promotion to the Indian Super League (ISL).

Kohli on captaincy era: 'Everyone felt ownership'

Kohli on captaincy era: 'Everyone felt ownership'

Rediff.com15 May 2026

Virat Kohli discusses his time as captain of the Indian Test cricket team and how a shared sense of responsibility among players contributed to their success.