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India eases sports visas for Pakistan but bilateral freeze stays

India eases sports visas for Pakistan but bilateral freeze stays

Rediff.com6 days ago

India will allow Pakistan athletes and teams to compete in international events hosted in the country, but bilateral sporting ties between the neighbours remain suspended.

AIADMK divided on backing Vijay; some MLAs want EPS to step down

AIADMK divided on backing Vijay; some MLAs want EPS to step down

Rediff.com1 days ago

The AIADMK is grappling with a deepening internal rift as factions vie for leadership, threatening the party's stability and future in Tamil Nadu politics.

Cross Border Drone Smuggling Network Busted In Rajasthan

Cross Border Drone Smuggling Network Busted In Rajasthan

Rediff.com11 hours ago

Police in Rajasthan have dismantled a cross-border smuggling network that used drones to drop weapons and heroin near the international border in the Bikaner district. A key accused, Sonu alias Sukhwinder, was arrested for his role as the main handler of the network.

Why Australia Is Resting Key Pacers For Pakistan, Bangladesh Tours

Why Australia Is Resting Key Pacers For Pakistan, Bangladesh Tours

Rediff.com1 days ago

Australia has strategically rested key pacers Pat Cummins, Mitchell Starc, and Josh Hazlewood, while 3 uncapped players get call-up for the upcoming tours of Pakistan and Bangladesh.

Shabnim Ismail Returns To South Africa Squad For T20 World Cup

Shabnim Ismail Returns To South Africa Squad For T20 World Cup

Rediff.com18 hours ago

South African pacer Shabnim Ismail reverses her international retirement to join the squad for the Women's T20 World Cup 2026 in the UK, bringing valuable experience to the team.

International Women's Day Carnival Promotes Fitness and Empowerment

International Women's Day Carnival Promotes Fitness and Empowerment

Rediff.com7 Mar 2026

The Fit India Movement launched a three-day International Women's Day Carnival at the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium, celebrating women's strength and leadership through fitness activities and sport.

Ex-Pakistan skipper Sarfaraz Ahmed announces retirement from international cricket

Ex-Pakistan skipper Sarfaraz Ahmed announces retirement from international cricket

Rediff.com15 Mar 2026

Sarfaraz Ahmed, former Pakistan captain and ICC tournament winner, announces his retirement from all forms of cricket, paving the way for a potential coaching role.

Ahmedabad Court Sentences Two in International Drug Smuggling Operation

Ahmedabad Court Sentences Two in International Drug Smuggling Operation

Rediff.com11 Mar 2026

An Ahmedabad court has sentenced a Nigerian and a Zambian national to 20 years rigorous imprisonment in an international drug trafficking case involving heroin smuggling from Dubai.

2 Indians part of crew of cruise ship hit by hantavirus

2 Indians part of crew of cruise ship hit by hantavirus

Rediff.com4 days ago

A hantavirus outbreak on the Dutch vessel MV Hondius has resulted in multiple confirmed cases and fatalities, with Indian nationals among the crew. Health authorities are tracing those who disembarked.

Cong claims Rahul's reel with Vijay 'blocked', govt responds

Cong claims Rahul's reel with Vijay 'blocked', govt responds

Rediff.com2 days ago

The Congress party has alleged that Instagram blocked a post by Rahul Gandhi featuring actor-politician Vijay due to government interference, a claim denied by the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY).

Mumbai Airport: Gold Worth 3.15 Crore Seized From Passengers

Mumbai Airport: Gold Worth 3.15 Crore Seized From Passengers

Rediff.com1 days ago

The Customs department seized gold worth Rs 3.15 crore from two passengers at Mumbai airport, including a finance professional smuggling gold due to US-Iran conflict concerns.

Kyle Walker quits international football four caps short of century

Kyle Walker quits international football four caps short of century

Rediff.com10 Mar 2026

Kyle Walker hung up his England boots on Tuesday, four matches shy of a landmark 100 caps, bringing the curtain down on a 14-year international career that saw him twice finish as a European Championship runner-up.

Racquet Stringing Professionals Attend Workshop In Delhi

Racquet Stringing Professionals Attend Workshop In Delhi

Rediff.com1 days ago

A technical workshop for racquet stringing professionals was held in Delhi, focusing on advanced techniques and international standards.

Sexual Harassment Allegations: Delhi CEO Faces Police Probe

Sexual Harassment Allegations: Delhi CEO Faces Police Probe

Rediff.com4 days ago

Delhi Police have registered a case against the CEO of a south Delhi-based company following a complaint by a former intern alleging sexual harassment, intimidation, and abuse of authority.

CPI(M) Leader Mocks Congress Over Kerala Leadership Race

CPI(M) Leader Mocks Congress Over Kerala Leadership Race

Rediff.com1 days ago

CPI(M) general secretary M A Baby criticised the Congress-led UDF over internal divisions and the leadership race in Kerala, mocking the frequent consultations between Kerala and Delhi.

Why Abhishek Bachchan Wants Dhoni To Play In European T20 League

Why Abhishek Bachchan Wants Dhoni To Play In European T20 League

Rediff.com19 hours ago

Abhishek Bachchan expresses his desire to see MS Dhoni play in the European T20 Premier League, highlighting the league's commitment to quality cricket and nurturing local talent.

Wrestler Deepak Punia Seeks Career Revival After Protest Disruption

Wrestler Deepak Punia Seeks Career Revival After Protest Disruption

Rediff.com22 hours ago

Asian Games silver medallist Deepak Punia discusses the impact of the wrestlers' protest on his career and his aspirations for the upcoming Asian Games.

Sexual Harassment Allegations Lead To Case Against Delhi CEO

Sexual Harassment Allegations Lead To Case Against Delhi CEO

Rediff.com4 days ago

Delhi Police have registered a case against the CEO of a digital marketing firm following a sexual harassment complaint filed by a former intern.

International Olympic Committee Faces Criticism Over Potential Sex Testing And Transgender Ban

International Olympic Committee Faces Criticism Over Potential Sex Testing And Transgender Ban

Rediff.com18 Mar 2026

Human rights and sports advocacy groups are urging the International Olympic Committee (IOC) to reconsider reported plans for universal genetic sex testing for female athletes and a blanket ban on transgender and intersex competitors, warning of potential harm to gender equity in sports.

Dravid, Gayle, Maxwell among big names behind European T20 League

Dravid, Gayle, Maxwell among big names behind European T20 League

Rediff.com1 days ago

Former India captain and coach Rahul Dravid has been named as a co-owner of the Dublin franchise in a new European Twenty20 league, with the 53-year-old being part of an Indian consortium that acquired the team in the tournament set to launch in September.

Shaina Manimuthu Wins Bronze at Dutch Junior International

Shaina Manimuthu Wins Bronze at Dutch Junior International

Rediff.com2 Mar 2026

Indian badminton player Shaina Manimuthu won a bronze medal at the Dutch Junior International tournament, losing in the semifinals to China's Yi Qing Yin.

Maharashtra Government Enforces POSH Act For Workplace Safety

Maharashtra Government Enforces POSH Act For Workplace Safety

Rediff.com4 days ago

The Maharashtra government has directed strict implementation of the Prevention of Sexual Harassment (POSH) Act to protect women in the workplace, following a serious incident at a TCS unit in Nashik. Establishments with 10 or more employees must set up Internal Complaints Committees (ICCs) and register on the Centre's She-Box portal, with failure to comply resulting in penalties.

Delhi To Host Commonwealth Table Tennis Championship In 2026

Delhi To Host Commonwealth Table Tennis Championship In 2026

Rediff.com6 days ago

Delhi will host the 22nd Commonwealth Table Tennis Championship in 2026 at the Thyagraj Stadium, with players from more than 35 countries expected to participate, Chief Minister Rekha Gupta announced on Wednesday.

International Football Friendly: Undav Scores Late Winner As Germany Edge Past Ghana

International Football Friendly: Undav Scores Late Winner As Germany Edge Past Ghana

Rediff.com31 Mar 2026

Deniz Undav scored a late goal to secure a 2-1 victory for Germany against Ghana in a friendly match, enhancing his chances of being selected for the World Cup squad.

Tajinderpal Singh Toor Clinches Shot Put Title

Tajinderpal Singh Toor Clinches Shot Put Title

Rediff.com3 days ago

Tajinderpal Singh Toor won the men's shot put title at the Indian Athletics Series in Sangrur, while Annu Rani finished third in the women's javelin throw. Harjit Singh and Fatema Begam were the fastest runners.

Shubman Gill, Smriti Mandhana crowned best international cricketers at BCCI awards

Shubman Gill, Smriti Mandhana crowned best international cricketers at BCCI awards

Rediff.com15 Mar 2026

Shubman Gill and Smriti Mandhana were named the Best International Cricketers at the BCCI Naman Awards 2026, recognising their outstanding performances in the 2024-2025 season.

Punjab Police Busts International Drug Network

Punjab Police Busts International Drug Network

Rediff.com28 Feb 2026

The Punjab Police's Anti-Narcotics Task Force (ANTF) has dismantled an international narcotics network operating across the Tricity region and Ludhiana, arresting six key operatives and seizing a large quantity of narcotics, MDMA tablets, and cocaine.

Afghan National Arrested At Goa Airport For Passport Fraud

Afghan National Arrested At Goa Airport For Passport Fraud

Rediff.com2 days ago

An Afghan national has been arrested at Goa International Airport for allegedly travelling on fraudulently obtained passports while impersonating an Indian citizen.

Sachin Yadav Set For Diamond League Debut In Rome

Sachin Yadav Set For Diamond League Debut In Rome

Rediff.com1 days ago

Indian javelin thrower Sachin Yadav is set to make his Diamond League debut in Rome on June 4, marking his first international event since the 2025 World Championships. He will face tough competition, including former world champion Anderson Peters and season leader Rumesh Tharanga Pathirage.

Delhi Police Investigate Death Threats To Defence Firm MD

Delhi Police Investigate Death Threats To Defence Firm MD

Rediff.com4 days ago

Delhi Police have launched an investigation into fresh death threats received by a defence entrepreneur, allegedly from an international extortion network. The threats target Sahil Luthra, MD of Vijayen Trishul Defence Solutions, who reported receiving a threatening voice note.

Doping scare erupts at Wrestling Nationals

Doping scare erupts at Wrestling Nationals

Rediff.com2 days ago

Wrestling Federation of India President Sanjay Singh addressed allegations of bias against Haryana wrestlers and acknowledged ongoing doping concerns after used syringes were found at the National Open Ranking Tournament.

Gandhinagar To Host Asian Senior Weightlifting Championships

Gandhinagar To Host Asian Senior Weightlifting Championships

Rediff.com3 days ago

The 2026 Asian Senior Weightlifting Championships, featuring athletes from 30 countries, will be held in Gandhinagar from May 11 to 17. The event serves as a qualifier for the 2026 Commonwealth Games.

Customs Officials Seize Hydroponic Weed, Cash At Mumbai Airport

Customs Officials Seize Hydroponic Weed, Cash At Mumbai Airport

Rediff.com3 days ago

Customs officials at Mumbai's Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport seized hydroponic weed valued at nearly 20 crore and USD 1 lakh in cash over two days.

Why The Boxing Federation Of India Is Under Fire

Why The Boxing Federation Of India Is Under Fire

Rediff.com1 days ago

The Sports Ministry has issued a showcause notice to the Boxing Federation of India (BFI) over concerns about its selection policy and failure to make key appointments.

LIV Golf's International Series Partners with IGPL to Boost Indian Golf Talent

LIV Golf's International Series Partners with IGPL to Boost Indian Golf Talent

Rediff.com12 Mar 2026

The International Series, backed by LIV Golf, has partnered with the Indian Golf Premier League (IGPL) to provide Indian golfers with a pathway to compete on the global stage, offering access to International Series events and LIV Golf Promotions.

UWW Acknowledged Vinesh Phogat's Retirement, Raises Questions

UWW Acknowledged Vinesh Phogat's Retirement, Raises Questions

Rediff.com4 days ago

A communication from United World Wrestling's anti-doping department confirmed Vinesh Phogat's retirement intimation to the International Testing Agency (ITA) in December 2024, amidst claims and controversies surrounding her comeback and eligibility for the Asian Games.

Crude Oil Futures Climb Over 3%; Brent breaches $107

Crude Oil Futures Climb Over 3%; Brent breaches $107

Rediff.com12 hours ago

Crude oil prices surged over 3% in futures trade after US President Donald Trump expressed doubts about the Iran ceasefire, reigniting fears of supply disruptions from West Asia and pushing Brent crude above USD 107 per barrel.

Kerala Cop Faces Charges Of Harassment And Bribery

Kerala Cop Faces Charges Of Harassment And Bribery

Rediff.com2 days ago

A Grade Sub Inspector in Kerala has been booked for allegedly misbehaving with a woman linked to a drug case and demanding a bribe from a doctor.

Jharkhand Police Seize Brown Sugar Worth Lakhs, Several Arrested

Jharkhand Police Seize Brown Sugar Worth Lakhs, Several Arrested

Rediff.com5 days ago

Jharkhand police have arrested multiple individuals and seized significant quantities of brown sugar in two separate incidents in Seraikela-Kharsawan and Chatra districts.

Ready for 'negotiations with dignity': Iranian Prez

Ready for 'negotiations with dignity': Iranian Prez

Rediff.com1 days ago

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian stated that Iran is considering various paths to address regional tensions, including negotiations conducted with dignity and authority, while emphasising that military gains should be reinforced through diplomacy.