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US Open: Tiafoe's Jaddu Ki Jhappi Goes Viral

US Open: Tiafoe's Jaddu Ki Jhappi Goes Viral

Rediff.com9 Sep 2026

Frances Tiafoe reached the US Open semi-finals for the third time after a thrilling comeback against Alex Michelsen, but it was his gesture after the match that caught everyone's attention.

Student suicide: IIT-B apologises, suspends dean; director to stay

Student suicide: IIT-B apologises, suspends dean; director to stay

Rediff.com21 Sep 2026

IIT Bombay has removed Suryanarayana Doolla, Dean of Administrative Affairs, from his post and issued a public apology following the death by suicide of 22-year-old student Sahil Wakode, who his parents allege faced caste-based discrimination.

'I have come into the big league': Parth Mane, 18, relishes Asian Games silver

'I have come into the big league': Parth Mane, 18, relishes Asian Games silver

Rediff.com21 Sep 2026

Eighteen-year-old Indian shooter Parth Mane secured a silver medal in the men's 10m air rifle team event at the Asian Games, marking his senior continental debut.

US Open PIX: Emma Navarro storms into quarter-finals

US Open PIX: Emma Navarro storms into quarter-finals

Rediff.com7 Sep 2026

American tennis player Emma Navarro defeated Anna Kalinskaya 6-4, 6-2 to reach the US Open quarter-finals.

Mirra Andreeva Continues Strong Grand Slam Run At US Open

Mirra Andreeva Continues Strong Grand Slam Run At US Open

Rediff.com2 Sep 2026

French Open champion Mirra Andreeva secured a comfortable 6-2 6-2 victory over Janice Tjen in her U.S. Open first-round match, demonstrating her prowess on hard courts and advancing to the second round.

PM Modi calls for global UPI expansion to cut remittance costs

PM Modi calls for global UPI expansion to cut remittance costs

Rediff.com8 Sep 2026

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has urged the fintech sector to expand the global reach of India's Unified Payments Interface (UPI), connecting it with local systems in other countries to help the diaspora save on remittance costs.

Anahat Singh's London Squash Classic Journey Ends In Quarterfinals

Anahat Singh's London Squash Classic Journey Ends In Quarterfinals

Rediff.com5 Sep 2026

Indian squash player Anahat Singh was defeated by Malaysia's Sivasangari Subramaniam in the women's quarterfinals of the London Squash Classic. Despite her loss, the reigning world junior champion had previously overcome a higher-ranked opponent to reach this stage and is now preparing for upcoming tournaments, including the Qatar Classic and the Asian Games.

Maha UCC panel member quits, flags several concerns

Maha UCC panel member quits, flags several concerns

Rediff.com22 Sep 2026

Former Bombay High Court judge Justice R C Chavan has resigned from the Maharashtra government's Uniform Civil Code panel, citing profound concerns.

PIX: Sabalenka cruises past Rakhimova to extend US Open streak to 16

PIX: Sabalenka cruises past Rakhimova to extend US Open streak to 16

Rediff.com4 Sep 2026

Aryna Sabalenka defeated Kamilla Rakhimova in straight sets, extending her U.S. Open winning streak to 16 matches and strengthening her bid for an unprecedented third consecutive title.

Prannoy, Tanvi Lead Indian Charge Into Vietnam Open Quarterfinals

Prannoy, Tanvi Lead Indian Charge Into Vietnam Open Quarterfinals

Rediff.com10 Sep 2026

Veteran Indian shuttler HS Prannoy, along with compatriots Sanskar Saraswat, Tanvi Sharma, Malvika Bansod, Isharani Baruah, Mansi Singh, Rakshitha Sree Santhosh Ramraj, and the mixed doubles pair of Vimalraj Annadurai and Shreya Balaji, have all advanced to the quarterfinals of the Vietnam Open Super 100 badminton tournament. Notable wins include Prannoy's three-game victory and Tanvi Sharma setting up an all-Indian clash with Malvika Bansod.

Rybakina whips Osaka; is one win from world No. 1 ranking

Rybakina whips Osaka; is one win from world No. 1 ranking

Rediff.com8 Sep 2026

Elena Rybakina defeated Naomi Osaka 6-1, 6-4 to reach the quarter-finals of the US Open, moving closer to her third Grand Slam title and potentially the world number one ranking.

Kenin outlasts Venus Williams in historic late-night US Open first round

Kenin outlasts Venus Williams in historic late-night US Open first round

Rediff.com31 Aug 2026

American Sofia Kenin defeated compatriot Venus Williams 6-2, 7-6(6) in a US Open first-round match that started at 12:13 am on Monday, marking the latest start in women's tournament history.

Asian Games: Indian boxers handed tricky draws

Asian Games: Indian boxers handed tricky draws

Rediff.com20 Sep 2026

Indian boxers, including Olympic medallist Lovlina Borgohain and Commonwealth Games champions, face challenging draws at the Asian Games.

Defending champ Aryna Sabalenka Too Good For Russian qualifier Polina Iatcenko

Defending champ Aryna Sabalenka Too Good For Russian qualifier Polina Iatcenko

Rediff.com3 Sep 2026

Defending champion Aryna Sabalenka secured a dominant 6-1, 6-1 victory over Russian qualifier Polina Iatcenko at the U.S. Open, advancing to the third round. The top seed showcased her power and precision, completing the match swiftly and expressing satisfaction with her performance.

Recipe: Rushichi Bhaji: A Traditional Festive Stew

Recipe: Rushichi Bhaji: A Traditional Festive Stew

Rediff.com18 Sep 2026

Rishi Panchami Bhaji, also known as Rushichi Bhaji, is a traditional Maharashtrian and Konkan festive preparation made during Rishi Panchami, observed on the second day of Ganesh Chaturthi. The dish brings together seasonal vegetables, leafy greens and tubers, reflecting the simplicity and abundance of traditional cooking.

Bollywood Quiz: Know These Restaurant Scenes?

Bollywood Quiz: Know These Restaurant Scenes?

Rediff.com3 Sep 2026

Sukanya Verma quizzes you to find out just how much you know about the movies.

Coco Gauff waltzes past Cristina Bucsa into fourth round

Coco Gauff waltzes past Cristina Bucsa into fourth round

Rediff.com6 Sep 2026

Coco Gauff, the fourth seed, defeated Spain's Cristina Bucsa 6-3, 6-4 in the third round of the U.S. Open, securing her spot in the second week for the fifth consecutive year. Despite some struggles with her serve, Gauff maintained control and delivered 15 winners, showcasing her defensive skills and ability to change pace. She now awaits her next opponent, either Iva Jovic or Alexandra Eala.

FCNR(B) funds find a runway ahead of festival season-led credit demand

FCNR(B) funds find a runway ahead of festival season-led credit demand

Rediff.com25 Sep 2026

RBI Deputy Governor Rohit Jain highlighted that banks are well-positioned to deploy $133 billion mobilised through FCNR(B) deposits, especially with strong credit demand ahead of the festival season, while also stressing the importance of robust technology governance and cyber defences in the financial sector.

PIX: Osaka battles past Siniakova to reach US Open third round

PIX: Osaka battles past Siniakova to reach US Open third round

Rediff.com4 Sep 2026

Naomi Osaka overcame a costly second-set error spree and a spirited Katerina Siniakova challenge, regrouping after a bathroom break to win decisively and reach the US Open third round.

Arora's ton, Bhaskar's 6-wicket haul fire Ludhiana Lions into Sher-E-Punjab final

Arora's ton, Bhaskar's 6-wicket haul fire Ludhiana Lions into Sher-E-Punjab final

Rediff.com13 Sep 2026

Captain Salil Arora's blistering 120 and Sahil Bhaskar's sensational six-wicket haul (6/16) propelled Ludhiana Lions to a 17-run victory over Jalandhar Warriors, securing their spot in the Sher-E-Punjab T20 League final.

Tiafoe Keeps American Hopes Of Men's Champion Alive At US Open

Tiafoe Keeps American Hopes Of Men's Champion Alive At US Open

Rediff.com3 Sep 2026

American tennis star Frances Tiafoe defeated Japanese qualifier Rei Sakamoto in straight sets (6-3, 7-6(2), 7-5) to secure his spot in the third round of the U.S. Open. Tiafoe, a leading American contender, is aiming to end a 23-year drought for a home men's champion at the tournament, feeding off the energy of the partisan crowd.

Linda Noskova plans to 'get drunk' in New York after heartbreaking US Open loss

Linda Noskova plans to 'get drunk' in New York after heartbreaking US Open loss

Rediff.com9 Sep 2026

Linda Noskova, the Wimbledon champion, plans to 'get drunk' and enjoy New York after her agonising US Open quarter-final defeat to world number one Aryna Sabalenka, a match where she came 'agonisingly close' to a stunning upset.

US Open PIX: Tiafoe slays old rival Medvedev to enter quarter-finals

US Open PIX: Tiafoe slays old rival Medvedev to enter quarter-finals

Rediff.com7 Sep 2026

American Frances Tiafoe defeated former champion Daniil Medvedev in a thrilling three-set match at the U.S. Open, reaching the quarter-finals. Tiafoe, who had a poor head-to-head record against Medvedev, showcased his best form, employing strategic net play and powerful groundstrokes to secure a significant victory.

Manas Dhamne On Finding Consistency In Professional Tennis

Manas Dhamne On Finding Consistency In Professional Tennis

Rediff.com20 Sep 2026

Indian tennis prodigy Manas Dhamne, 18, discusses his journey as a professional, highlighting the need to regain his instinct for closing out tight matches and achieving consistent performance. Despite recent challenges, Dhamne believes his game is strong and focuses on mental consistency and continuous improvement rather than major technical changes or specific ranking targets.

PHOTOS: Carlos Alcaraz's Great Fightback At US Open

PHOTOS: Carlos Alcaraz's Great Fightback At US Open

Rediff.com3 Sep 2026

Defending champion Carlos Alcaraz overcame a challenging start against Portugal's Jaime Faria to secure his spot in the third round of the US Open.

Bigg Boss 20: Just Who Is Love Gill?

Bigg Boss 20: Just Who Is Love Gill?

Rediff.com15 Sep 2026

Lovepreet Gill, Punjabi model and actress, is making a significant impact as a strong contestant on Bigg Boss 20.

Why Is Zepto Cafe Shutting Hundreds of Outlets?

Why Is Zepto Cafe Shutting Hundreds of Outlets?

Rediff.com22 Sep 2026

Zepto is sharply scaling back Zepto Cafe, closing hundreds of outlets and shrinking its menu as it reworks the business.

Jarange ends fast, warns govt of protest in Mumbai if...

Jarange ends fast, warns govt of protest in Mumbai if...

Rediff.com17 Sep 2026

Maratha quota activist Manoj Jarange has ended his 20-day hunger strike after discussions with a Maharashtra government delegation. He issued a three-month ultimatum, threatening to resume protests in Mumbai if demands for Maratha reservation, based on Kunbi lineage recognition, are not met. The government has assured action on historical gazettes to facilitate OBC benefits for Marathas.

Tata Trusts Readies For Court Fight

Tata Trusts Readies For Court Fight

Rediff.com21 Sep 2026

'It is unfortunate that the Chairman of Tata Sons, a Company renowned for setting high standards of corporate governance, is contending reappointment on such an untenable interpretation of the Articles'.

National Film Awards: Yami, Kartik, Mammootty, Dhanush Honoured

National Film Awards: Yami, Kartik, Mammootty, Dhanush Honoured

Rediff.com22 Sep 2026

The 72nd National Film Awards celebrated outstanding contributions to Indian cinema, with Yami Gautam, Kartik Aaryan, Mammootty, Dhanush, and Sanjay Mishra among the prominent winners.

Diane Parry Triumphs In Monterrey For First WTA Singles Title

Diane Parry Triumphs In Monterrey For First WTA Singles Title

Rediff.com30 Aug 2026

Diane Parry defeated Elise Mertens in a three-set thriller at the Monterrey Open final to claim her first WTA singles title.

'This Is The Best Day of My Life': Navone After Upsetting Novak Djokovic At US Open

'This Is The Best Day of My Life': Navone After Upsetting Novak Djokovic At US Open

Rediff.com31 Aug 2026

'It's crazy, winning against Novak in 2026, on Arthur Ashe'

Jos Buttler breaks T20 runs record as England secure Sri Lanka series with game to spare

Jos Buttler breaks T20 runs record as England secure Sri Lanka series with game to spare

Rediff.com18 Sep 2026

England secured a dominant six-wicket victory over Sri Lanka in Cardiff, clinching the T20 series 2-0. Jos Buttler made history by becoming the first player to reach 15,000 career T20 runs, while Liam Dawson's three-wicket haul and Tom Banton's unbeaten fifty guided England to an easy win.

Who is Subhadeep Ghosh? Former Assam player set to take over as India's fielding coach

Who is Subhadeep Ghosh? Former Assam player set to take over as India's fielding coach

Rediff.com29 Jul 2026

Former Assam and Railways cricketer Subhadeep Ghosh is poised to become Team India's new fielding coach, replacing T Dilip, with the BCCI making significant changes to the team management.

Rohit Sharma's TV Debut: A New Role For The Hitman

Rohit Sharma's TV Debut: A New Role For The Hitman

Rediff.com3 Sep 2026

Indian cricket captain Rohit Sharma is set to make his television debut as the host of the upcoming game show 'Family Full House'. The show, premiering on September 19, 2026, on Sony Entertainment Television and Sony Liv, will see Sharma transition from the cricket field to the entertainment world, showcasing a new side of his personality.

Kujur, Bhadra dominate Indian Athletics Final Series with strong Asian Games prep

Kujur, Bhadra dominate Indian Athletics Final Series with strong Asian Games prep

Rediff.com11 Sep 2026

Animesh Kujur secured a remarkable double, winning both the 100m and 200m titles, while Harita Bhadra clocked the second-fastest time ever by an Indian woman in the 100m at the inaugural Indian Athletics Final Series, showcasing strong form ahead of the Asian Games.

Jordan Hermann's record-equalling debut ton helps South Africa down Namibia

Jordan Hermann's record-equalling debut ton helps South Africa down Namibia

Rediff.com9 Sep 2026

South Africa opener Jordan Hermann equalled the record for the most runs on a One Day International debut, scoring a blistering 150 to help his side defeat hosts Namibia by 99 runs (DLS method) in the first match of their three-match series.

Midnight Thriller At US Open! Alexander Zverev Survives Sonego Scare In First Round

Midnight Thriller At US Open! Alexander Zverev Survives Sonego Scare In First Round

Rediff.com2 Sep 2026

Alexander Zverev, the German top seed, narrowly defeated Italy's Lorenzo Sonego in a gruelling five-set match, continuing his pursuit of a second Grand Slam title after winning the French Open in June.

SC to hear Surendra Gadling's bail plea in Elgar Parishad case next week

SC to hear Surendra Gadling's bail plea in Elgar Parishad case next week

Rediff.com17 Jul 2026

The Supreme Court has agreed to urgently hear the bail plea of advocate Surendra Gadling, who has been incarcerated for seven-and-a-half years in the 2018 Elgar Parishad-Maoist links case, with the hearing scheduled for next week.

Marnus Labuschagne backs himself for Australia's No. 3 Test spot

Marnus Labuschagne backs himself for Australia's No. 3 Test spot

Rediff.com17 Sep 2026

Marnus Labuschagne remains confident he is Australia's best No. 3 Test option, despite facing criticism for a prolonged century drought and a recent average of 25.43 since the 2023 Ashes.