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Cold Days Ahead After Warm 2025

Cold Days Ahead After Warm 2025

Rediff.com2 Jan 2026

Above-normal cold wave days are expected in some areas of central India, eastern Uttar Pradesh and Bihar during January 2026.

Meghalaya's Choudhary eyes IPL stint after sixes record

Meghalaya's Choudhary eyes IPL stint after sixes record

Rediff.com11 Nov 2025

Akash Kumar Choudhary is hoping for an IPL opportunity, calling for greater representation of India's northeastern states in the IPL.

ISL clubs now risk losing AFC slots!

ISL clubs now risk losing AFC slots!

Rediff.com28 Dec 2025

AIFF waiting for AFC response over continental slots for ISL clubs in case of fewer matches

ISL: Kerala, NorthEast split points in tough contest

ISL: Kerala, NorthEast split points in tough contest

Rediff.com29 Sep 2024

Kerala Blasters shared points with NorthEast United FC following a gripping 1-1 draw in their Indian Super League match in Guwahati on Sunday.

ISL: NorthEast Utd edge Odisha in five-goal thriller

ISL: NorthEast Utd edge Odisha in five-goal thriller

Rediff.com3 Nov 2024

A brilliant brace from Alaaeddine Ajaraie and a goal by Guillermo Fernandez off the bench saw NorthEast United FC prevail over Odisha FC 3-2 in a thrilling Indian Super League match in Guwahati on Sunday.

AIFF's 20-year blueprint to rescue Indian Super League

AIFF's 20-year blueprint to rescue Indian Super League

Rediff.com26 Dec 2025

If all goes well, the new season of ISL may start in the first week of February.

SIT to probe Tripura student's murder; key accused to be nabbed soon

SIT to probe Tripura student's murder; key accused to be nabbed soon

Rediff.com31 Dec 2025

Dehradun Police has formed a Special Investigation Team (SIT) to investigate the death of Anjel Chakma, a student from Tripura, in Dehradun. Police state that initial investigations have not found evidence of racial abuse as a motive. The investigation is ongoing, with efforts focused on apprehending the main suspect.

Russian missiles hit Kyiv ahead of Trump-Zelenskyy meet

Russian missiles hit Kyiv ahead of Trump-Zelenskyy meet

Rediff.com27 Dec 2025

Ukraine's capital Kyiv came under a large-scale missile and drone attack overnight on December 27, with multiple explosions reported across the city and surrounding regions, one day ahead of a meeting between US President Donald Trump and his Ukrainian counterpart, Volodymyr Zelenskyy, as diplomatic efforts continue to end the four-year-long war.

Guwahati set to become India's 30th Test venue

Guwahati set to become India's 30th Test venue

Rediff.com21 Nov 2025

Assam's largest city Guwahati is set to make its debut as the newest Test centre on Saturday when India take on South Africa in the second and final game of the two-match series.

AIFF rectifies referee's on-field decision, overturns NorthEast United's red card

AIFF rectifies referee's on-field decision, overturns NorthEast United's red card

Rediff.com3 Oct 2024

In accordance with the decision, the committee has rescinded the red card shown to Akhtar, and downgraded it to a caution (yellow card) "for reckless play nature as suggested concerning the technical report".

ISL: Mumbai City climb to 4th with win over NorthEast

ISL: Mumbai City climb to 4th with win over NorthEast

Rediff.com7 Feb 2025

Mumbai City FC secured a 2-0 victory over NorthEast United FC in an Indian Super League (ISL) match.

Row after Bangladesh national anthem sung at Cong event

Row after Bangladesh national anthem sung at Cong event

Rediff.com30 Oct 2025

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma has instructed police to register a treason case against Congress leaders for allegedly singing the Bangladesh national anthem at a party meeting. The move has sparked controversy and accusations of disrespect towards India's national anthem.

SC sets time limit for arguments in Delhi riots case

SC sets time limit for arguments in Delhi riots case

Rediff.com3 Dec 2025

The Supreme Court has directed lawyers for the accused in the February 2020 Delhi riots to restrict their oral arguments to 15 minutes, emphasizing the need for a time schedule. The court also addressed bail pleas from activists like Sharjeel Imam and Umar Khalid, while the Delhi Police maintained the riots were a pre-planned attack.

Northeast floods worsen; Assam, Arunachal among worst hit

Northeast floods worsen; Assam, Arunachal among worst hit

Rediff.com4 Jun 2025

Seven rivers, including the Brahmaputra, were flowing above the danger level, even as the Regional Meteorological Centre (RMC) in Guwahati predicted heavy to very heavy rainfall at isolated places in the state.

ISL: Last minute drama as Chennaiyin down NorthEast Utd

ISL: Last minute drama as Chennaiyin down NorthEast Utd

Rediff.com17 Oct 2024

Determined Chennaiyin FC came from a goal down to beat NorthEast United 3-2 in an Indian Super League match at the Indira Gandhi Athletic Stadium in Guwahati on Thursday, courtesy of a brace from birthday boy Wilmar Jordan Gil.

Monsoon sets in over Kerala and northeast

Monsoon sets in over Kerala and northeast

Rediff.com30 May 2024

Spurred by cyclone Remal, the southwest monsoon set in over the Kerala coast and parts of the northeast on Thursday, a day earlier than forecast by the weather office.

India Set for Colder Plains, Warmer Hills

India Set for Colder Plains, Warmer Hills

Rediff.com2 Dec 2025

The winters could be cooler in the plains due to the prevailing La Nina conditions though it does not have a direct relationship and also due to influence of the polar vortex.

Bangla Unrest: Chicken Neck Returns To India's Security Radar

Bangla Unrest: Chicken Neck Returns To India's Security Radar

Rediff.com24 Dec 2025

For decades, the Siliguri Corridor was treated as a geographical vulnerability to be quietly managed. Today, it has emerged as a focal point of eastern geopolitics.

ISL: Sensational NorthEast crush Jamshedpur by record margin

ISL: Sensational NorthEast crush Jamshedpur by record margin

Rediff.com26 Oct 2024

NorthEast United FC delivered a sensational performance in front of their home crowd, claiming a resounding 5-0 victory against Jamshedpur FC in the Indian Super League in Guwahati on Saturday.

Meghalaya girl sold in Raj for Rs 3 lakh after Facebook friendship; 3 held

Meghalaya girl sold in Raj for Rs 3 lakh after Facebook friendship; 3 held

Rediff.com29 Oct 2025

A human trafficking racket spanning multiple states has been busted with the arrest of three persons in connection with the sale of a young girl from Meghalaya and her forced marriage in Rajasthan. Several other young women from the Northeast are believed to have met the same fate.

NEUFC, Diamond Harbour Bid For Slice Of Durand History

NEUFC, Diamond Harbour Bid For Slice Of Durand History

Rediff.com22 Aug 2025

A dominant NorthEast United FC are standing in the way as giant-killers Diamond Harbour FC look to script history by becoming the first debutant team to win the Durand Cup title in Kolkata on Saturday.

Goa fire: 'Are we beggars? Will Rs 2 lakh bring back my family?'

Goa fire: 'Are we beggars? Will Rs 2 lakh bring back my family?'

Rediff.com11 Dec 2025

A family in Delhi mourns the loss of four members in the Goa nightclub fire and demands justice, refusing compensation and calling for accountability.

Aware of people's pain due to violence: Prez in Manipur

Aware of people's pain due to violence: Prez in Manipur

Rediff.com11 Dec 2025

President Droupadi Murmu addressed the people of Manipur, assuring them of the government's commitment to strengthening harmony and ensuring security in the wake of ethnic violence. She highlighted the state's resilience, contributions to the nation, and the government's initiatives for development and inclusivity.

TN braces for heavy rain on Wednesday, red alert in 8 districts

TN braces for heavy rain on Wednesday, red alert in 8 districts

Rediff.com21 Oct 2025

As the Northeast monsoon intensified across Tamil Nadu, the regional weather office issued heavy rainfall alert to a number of districts. Chief Minister M K Stalin reviewed the situation and directed precautionary measures.

Tea Before Lunch! Guwahati Test To Break Norm

Tea Before Lunch! Guwahati Test To Break Norm

Rediff.com11 Nov 2025

A Test match in India usually starts at 9:30 am and the day's play ends at 4:30 pm, while the game in Guwahati will begin at 9 am and end at 4 pm.

Surplus monsoon ends; India likely to receive 15% more rain in Oct

Surplus monsoon ends; India likely to receive 15% more rain in Oct

Rediff.com30 Sep 2025

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted above-normal rainfall for most parts of India during the post-monsoon season (October to December), except for some areas in the northwest. The southwest monsoon season ended with the country recording eight per cent above normal rainfall.

AAP, BJP split 6 riot-hit Northeast Delhi seats in close contest

AAP, BJP split 6 riot-hit Northeast Delhi seats in close contest

Rediff.com9 Feb 2025

The six constituencies of northeast Delhi affected by the 2020 riots saw a close contest between the BJP and AAP, with both parties winning three seats each. AAP's Chaudhary Zubair Ahmad won Seelampur by a margin of 42,477 votes, defeating BJP's Anil Kumar Sharma. AAP also won Babarpur and Gokalpur, while the BJP won Mustafabad, Karawal Nagar and Ghonda.

IndiGo flight cancellations strand thousands at airports

IndiGo flight cancellations strand thousands at airports

Rediff.com6 Dec 2025

Passengers complained of last-minute alerts, lack of communication and long queues as flight operations continued to be hit nationwide.

Can India Regain Foreign Tourists This Winter?

Can India Regain Foreign Tourists This Winter?

Rediff.com8 Dec 2025

'We expect inbound numbers in 2025 to come close to pre-pandemic levels -- if not fully match them -- by early 2026.'

Durand Cup: Tough Challenge Awaits Holders NEUFC

Durand Cup: Tough Challenge Awaits Holders NEUFC

Rediff.com18 Aug 2025

Defending champions NorthEast United FC will face impressive hosts Shillong Lajong FC in the first semifinals of the Durand Cup, an encore of 2024 final match, in Shillong on Tuesday.

Fierce Kolkata Derby To Light Up Super Cup!

Fierce Kolkata Derby To Light Up Super Cup!

Rediff.com25 Sep 2025

Derby in Super Cup group stage as Mohun Bagan, East Bengal drawn together

PICS: Proteas in box seat as India stare at series defeat

PICS: Proteas in box seat as India stare at series defeat

Rediff.com25 Nov 2025

At stumps, Sai Sudharsan and Kuldeep Yadav were at the crease with India requiring another 522 runs to win and level the two-Test series.

How India pegged back Proteas in final session

How India pegged back Proteas in final session

Rediff.com22 Nov 2025

'It (the pitch) wasn't free-flowing. You felt comfortable, but the scoreboard wasn't going anywhere.'

'Everyone loves Tests but it's ...'

'Everyone loves Tests but it's ...'

Rediff.com20 Nov 2025

Kuldeep Yadav has acknowledged that playing all three formats "is a luxury" but an attacking mindset has kept him relevant in the face of stiff competition.

Rain has final say in Sri Lanka-Pakistan Women's WC clash

Rain has final say in Sri Lanka-Pakistan Women's WC clash

Rediff.com24 Oct 2025

Women's World Cup match between Sri Lanka and Pakistan in Colombo called off due to rain.

Fix It Up! ISL Clubs Give Dire Warning To AIFF

Fix It Up! ISL Clubs Give Dire Warning To AIFF

Rediff.com5 Dec 2025

Current situation risks rendering ongoing operations untenable: ISL clubs to AIFF

Durand Cup: JFC, NEUFC book quarterfinal berth

Durand Cup: JFC, NEUFC book quarterfinal berth

Rediff.com8 Aug 2025

Jamshedpur FC booked their place in the quarterfinals of the 134th Durand Cup with a clinical 2-0 victory over 1 Ladakh FC in a Group C clash in Jamshedpur on Friday.

What You Must Know About Record Rain

What You Must Know About Record Rain

Rediff.com1 Oct 2025

The record monsoon rains across India during the June to September months was 937.2 millimetres, the 5th-highest since 2001 and 38th-highest since 1901.

'Welfare doesn't happen by distributing money in elections'

'Welfare doesn't happen by distributing money in elections'

Rediff.com21 Nov 2025

'Some states have become more populous, while others have become less populous. Those who became less populous became economically strong. Those where population increased, they became economically weak

Red car suspected to be linked to Delhi blast accused seized

Red car suspected to be linked to Delhi blast accused seized

Rediff.com12 Nov 2025

Delhi Police has issued an alert across Delhi and neighboring states to locate a red Ford EcoSport car suspected to be linked to the Red Fort blast case.