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Lakshya Sen to focus on recovery and preparation after All England heartbreak

Lakshya Sen to focus on recovery and preparation after All England heartbreak

Rediff.com10 Mar 2026

Indian badminton player Lakshya Sen discusses the need to adapt his training and recovery strategies due to the physical demands of modern badminton, following his runner-up finish at the All England Open.

Security concerns force England women to shift Abu Dhabi camp to South Africa

Security concerns force England women to shift Abu Dhabi camp to South Africa

Rediff.com7 Mar 2026

The England women's cricket team was forced to shift its T20 World Cup preparatory camp to South Africa after it had to call off its plans to travel to Abu Dhabi due to security concerns owing to the ongoing conflict in the region, involving United States, Israel and Iran.

T20 World Cup: Maharoof calls for 'hard decisions' after Sri Lanka's poor show

T20 World Cup: Maharoof calls for 'hard decisions' after Sri Lanka's poor show

Rediff.com26 Feb 2026

Calling for "hard decisions", former all-rounder Farveez Maharoof came down heavily on the team management and players, terming the side's performance 'hurtful' and 'shameful.'

Arsenal seize control as Manchester City slip; Chelsea thrash Villa

Arsenal seize control as Manchester City slip; Chelsea thrash Villa

Rediff.com5 Mar 2026

Arsenal seized control of the Premier League title race as Bukayo Saka's goal secured a priceless 1-0 win at Brighton and Hove Albion and Manchester City could only draw 2-2 at home to relegation-threatened Nottingham Forest.

Iran war impact: LPG shortage threatens hotels, restaurants closures across India

Iran war impact: LPG shortage threatens hotels, restaurants closures across India

Rediff.com10 Mar 2026

Indian restaurants are grappling with a severe LPG shortage due to the West Asia conflict, forcing them to innovate with menus and cooking methods or face potential closures, impacting the food industry and consumers across the country.

'Tough loss, smile Lakshya': PV Sindhu's viral message

'Tough loss, smile Lakshya': PV Sindhu's viral message

Rediff.com8 Mar 2026

Olympic medallists Abhinav Bindra and PV Sindhu have praised Lakshya Sen for his performance at the All England Open badminton championship, highlighting his courage and resilience despite his runner-up finish.

'Oil Could Cross $100 A Barrel'

'Oil Could Cross $100 A Barrel'

Rediff.com6 Mar 2026

'Oil is still well below its all-time highs, and the world is gradually running out of known reserves.'

Middle East conflict: No fuel price hike for now despite crude spike

Middle East conflict: No fuel price hike for now despite crude spike

Rediff.com9 Mar 2026

Despite international crude oil rates crossing USD 100 per barrel due to Middle East tensions, the Indian government plans to maintain current petrol and diesel prices, ensuring uninterrupted fuel supply across the country.

T20 World Cup: 'Sanju Samson's redemption story is incredible'

T20 World Cup: 'Sanju Samson's redemption story is incredible'

Rediff.com9 Mar 2026

Sunil Gavaskar praises Sanju Samson's remarkable transformation in the T20 World Cup, highlighting his match-winning performances after facing earlier setbacks.

Cheerio AI Raises Rs 8 Crore in Seed Funding Round

Cheerio AI Raises Rs 8 Crore in Seed Funding Round

Rediff.com5 Mar 2026

Cheerio AI, an AI-powered customer engagement platform, has raised Rs 8 crore in seed funding to build multi-modal AI capabilities and expand its platform.

Why Regime Change Hasn't Happened In Iran

Why Regime Change Hasn't Happened In Iran

Rediff.com10 Mar 2026

'Without ground troops the US will not be able to oust the Iranian Islamic regime. Political change does not happen just by using bombs or planes.'

How Gambhir's bold moves made India T20 champs again

How Gambhir's bold moves made India T20 champs again

Rediff.com9 Mar 2026

An analysis of Gautam Gambhir's coaching style, highlighting his conviction, support for players, and success in white-ball cricket, while also addressing his polarising nature and the challenges he faces in longer formats.

Multinational pharma cos, Indian drugmakers diverge to mutual gain: How win-win is it?

Multinational pharma cos, Indian drugmakers diverge to mutual gain: How win-win is it?

Rediff.com11 Mar 2026

For decades, multinational pharmaceutical companies and Indian drugmakers worked in ways that supported each other: MNCs brought innovation and brands, while Indian companies built scale through generics and cost efficiency. There was an important overlap - generic drugs - but this is shrinking fast. And the consequences are reshaping India's gigantic pharmaceutical market.

Lakshya Sen Advances to All England Open Quarterfinals

Lakshya Sen Advances to All England Open Quarterfinals

Rediff.com5 Mar 2026

Lakshya Sen defeated Hong Kong's Ng Ka Long Angus to reach the men's singles quarterfinals of the All England Open Badminton Championships.

Lakshya Sen Advances to All England Open Quarterfinals

Lakshya Sen Advances to All England Open Quarterfinals

Rediff.com5 Mar 2026

Lakshya Sen defeated Ng Ka Long Angus of Hong Kong to reach the men's singles quarterfinals of the All England Open Badminton Championships.

'90-0 vs 3-40': Santner reveals what went wrong

'90-0 vs 3-40': Santner reveals what went wrong

Rediff.com9 Mar 2026

New Zealand captain Mitchell Santner acknowledged India's dominance in the World Cup final, citing their explosive start and the difficulty of chasing a large total in Indian conditions. He admitted New Zealand were underdogs and needed everything to go their way, but India's batting performance proved too strong.

Princess Of Wales' Tryst With Bollywood

Princess Of Wales' Tryst With Bollywood

Rediff.com6 Mar 2026

The princess of Wales gets a taste of India.

T20 World Cup semifinal: Varun puts in the hard yards to regain rhythm

T20 World Cup semifinal: Varun puts in the hard yards to regain rhythm

Rediff.com4 Mar 2026

India's key spinner Varun Chakaravarthy fine-tunes his bowling skills in a dedicated training session ahead of the crucial T20 World Cup semifinal clash against England, focusing on length and control.

'Long live women's Test cricket': Alyssa Healy signs off

'Long live women's Test cricket': Alyssa Healy signs off

Rediff.com8 Mar 2026

Alyssa Healy concluded her international cricket career with a Test victory over India, advocating for the expansion of women's Test cricket.

Manchester City, Chelsea, Arsenal labour into FA Cup quarter-finals

Manchester City, Chelsea, Arsenal labour into FA Cup quarter-finals

Rediff.com8 Mar 2026

Manchester City, Chelsea and Arsenal progressed to the FA Cup quarter-finals after victories over Newcastle United, Wrexham and Mansfield Town respectively on Saturday.

Pakistan Confirms First Polio Case of 2026

Pakistan Confirms First Polio Case of 2026

Rediff.com5 Mar 2026

Pakistan has reported its first case of poliovirus infection this year in a four-year-old child from Sindh province, raising concerns about the ongoing threat of the crippling disease despite eradication efforts.

Shivam Dube: Unsung Hero of World Cup Triumph

Shivam Dube: Unsung Hero of World Cup Triumph

Rediff.com9 Mar 2026

Shivam Dube's consistent and crucial contributions often went unnoticed during India's victorious T20 World Cup campaign, despite his significant impact on the team's success.

Divyansh Panwar and Khyati Chaudhary Win National Shooting Selection Trials

Divyansh Panwar and Khyati Chaudhary Win National Shooting Selection Trials

Rediff.com7 Mar 2026

Divyansh Singh Panwar and Khyati Chaudhary emerged victorious in the 10m Air Rifle events at the National Selection Trials, while Anish Bhanwala won the 25m Rapid Fire Pistol event.

Mojtaba, Ayatollah Khamenei's son, elected Iran's new Supreme Leader: Report

Mojtaba, Ayatollah Khamenei's son, elected Iran's new Supreme Leader: Report

Rediff.com4 Mar 2026

Mojtaba Khamenei, 56, has been chosen to assume control of the country.

It's Quiz Time, Folks!

It's Quiz Time, Folks!

Rediff.com26 Feb 2026

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

Has US Repeated Its Iraq Mistake?

Has US Repeated Its Iraq Mistake?

Rediff.com11 Mar 2026

Israel and the United States had a plan. Iran punched back. And now the Gulf is reeling, the world is beginning to feel the pain and, as on date, no one in Washington or Tel Aviv appears willing to admit that the punch has landed, notes Prem Panicker, continuing his must-read blog on the war in the Middle East.

Was Sheena Bora Shot Dead?

Was Sheena Bora Shot Dead?

Rediff.com11 Mar 2026

Oh, what a strange 'tangled web' these two men and one woman have been caught up in for the last nine years. Or allegedly 'weaved'.

India concede late goal, lose to Vietnam in AFC Asian Cup opener

India concede late goal, lose to Vietnam in AFC Asian Cup opener

Rediff.com4 Mar 2026

The Indian women's football team suffered a narrow 2-1 defeat against Vietnam in their opening match of the AFC Asian Cup, conceding a late goal in injury time.

T20 World Cup: Morkel downplays India's inconsistency ahead of England semifinal

T20 World Cup: Morkel downplays India's inconsistency ahead of England semifinal

Rediff.com4 Mar 2026

India's bowling coach, Morne Morkel, addresses the team's inconsistent performance leading up to the T20 World Cup semifinal against England, emphasising the importance of winning the next two games. He also discusses England's strengths and the potential impact of weather conditions on the match.

Gulf Strikes Disrupt Cricket: ECB Scraps Abu Dhabi Matches

Gulf Strikes Disrupt Cricket: ECB Scraps Abu Dhabi Matches

Rediff.com1 Mar 2026

The ECB cancelled the England Lions vs Pakistan Shaheens match in Abu Dhabi and postponed the England Women's training camp after US and Israeli strikes on Iran triggered missile fire across the Gulf and airspace closures.

'Want To Retire Early... Are My Investments Enough?'

'Want To Retire Early... Are My Investments Enough?'

Rediff.com4 Mar 2026

Ask rediffGURU and PF and MF expert Janak Patel your mutual fund and personal finance-related questions.

Tehran, Lebanon Hit By Israeli Bombs

Tehran, Lebanon Hit By Israeli Bombs

Rediff.com8 Mar 2026

US-Israel air attacks intensified on the seventh day of war, striking Tehran and other Iranian cities.

Siddaramaiah Calls for Ethical AI Use, Protecting Artists in AVGC-XR

Siddaramaiah Calls for Ethical AI Use, Protecting Artists in AVGC-XR

Rediff.com27 Feb 2026

Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah emphasized the importance of ethical AI usage, intellectual property protection, and fair compensation in the AVGC-XR sector, advocating for AI to enhance human creativity rather than replace artists.

Iran War Exposes Washington's Strategic Chaos

Iran War Exposes Washington's Strategic Chaos

Rediff.com12 Mar 2026

What we are watching is something different: A fog manufactured and maintained by the people who started the war, so that the question of why it was started never has to be answered, observes Prem Panicker in his must read blog on the war in the Middle East.

How Sanju Samson's Roots Fuelled His T20 World Cup Success

How Sanju Samson's Roots Fuelled His T20 World Cup Success

Rediff.com9 Mar 2026

An article about Sanju Samson's journey to success in the T20 World Cup, highlighting the influence of his father's advice and his commitment to his roots.

Witnesses Cross-Examined in Sanjay Singh Poll Code Case

Witnesses Cross-Examined in Sanjay Singh Poll Code Case

Rediff.com27 Feb 2026

An MP-MLA court in Sultanpur, UP, heard cross-examinations of witnesses in a poll code violation case involving Aam Aadmi Party MP Sanjay Singh, with the next hearing scheduled for March 12.

AI is fast becoming central to how drugs will be discovered

AI is fast becoming central to how drugs will be discovered

Rediff.com25 Feb 2026

Artificial intelligence (AI) is no longer a side conversation for Indian pharma. It is fast becoming central to how drugs will be discovered, made, and supplied. Along with that shift comes a sharper focus on innovation, on the one hand, and quality and trust, on the other.

West Bengal CM Announces Unemployment Allowance Ahead of Polls

West Bengal CM Announces Unemployment Allowance Ahead of Polls

Rediff.com7 Mar 2026

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee has announced a new unemployment allowance of Rs 1,500 per month for young job seekers in the state, starting March 7. The announcement comes ahead of the assembly elections and aims to support unemployed youth aged 21-40 who have passed their secondary exams.

A nice way to sign off in the yellow, says Healy after ending ODI career with ton

A nice way to sign off in the yellow, says Healy after ending ODI career with ton

Rediff.com1 Mar 2026

Alyssa Healy scored a remarkable 158 in her final ODI match, leading Australia to a dominant victory over India and securing a 3-0 series win. Healy's performance, combined with Beth Mooney's century, highlighted Australia's strength, while India struggled with repeated mistakes.

Ranji Trophy Final: 'Let this J&K story inspire Generations'

Ranji Trophy Final: 'Let this J&K story inspire Generations'

Rediff.com28 Feb 2026

ICC Chairman Jay Shah and Indian cricket legends celebrate Jammu and Kashmir's first-ever Ranji Trophy title, highlighting its significance for inspiring future generations in the region.