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Asian Games: Unnati stuns World No 6 as Sen, Ayush crash out

Asian Games: Unnati stuns World No 6 as Sen, Ayush crash out

Rediff.com6 hours ago

Two-time Olympic medallist P V Sindhu and young shuttler Ayush Shetty notched up straight-game wins to progress to the singles pre-quarterfinals.

7 Scams That Can Empty Your Bank Account

7 Scams That Can Empty Your Bank Account

Rediff.com15 Sep 2026

A frozen phone screen, a fake customer-care call, a screen-sharing request or even a duplicate SIM can give cybercriminals a route into your bank account.

RBI launches UPI tap-to-pay, multi-currency forex on Bharat Connect

RBI launches UPI tap-to-pay, multi-currency forex on Bharat Connect

Rediff.com11 Sep 2026

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has introduced new features for India's digital payment ecosystem, including UPI tap-to-pay for PIN-less transactions up to 5,000 and multi-currency capabilities for forex on Bharat Connect, supporting Euro, British Pound, and other major currencies.

India's Kabaddi Teams Defend Asian Games Gold With Strategic Wins

India's Kabaddi Teams Defend Asian Games Gold With Strategic Wins

Rediff.com14 hours ago

India's men's and women's Kabaddi teams successfully defended their gold medals at the Asian Games, both defeating Iran in their respective finals. The men's team secured their ninth gold with a 40-34 victory, while the women's team clinched their fourth gold with a 37-34 win, showcasing strategic play and composure under pressure.

Beware Of Online Scams For India-West Indies ODI Tickets

Beware Of Online Scams For India-West Indies ODI Tickets

Rediff.com2 days ago

Kerala Police have issued a warning against online fraudsters selling fake tickets for the upcoming India-West Indies first ODI match in Thiruvananthapuram. Scammers use social media to lure victims, collect personal details, and demand multiple payments under various pretexts, advising the public to only use official booking platforms.

7 Hidden Credit Card Settings To Avoid Scams

7 Hidden Credit Card Settings To Avoid Scams

Rediff.com2 days ago

Your credit card may have security controls you rarely use. Here are seven settings that can help prevent unwanted or fraudulent transactions.

Beware Of These Scams!

Beware Of These Scams!

Rediff.com1 Sep 2026

Do not share OTPs, PINs, authentication codes, card numbers, card verification values (CVVs), KYC details, security answers, Internet-banking passwords or Aadhaar-based authentication credentials through SMS, e-mail or phone calls.

Asian Games 2026: India's Full Schedule For September 26

Asian Games 2026: India's Full Schedule For September 26

Rediff.com1 days ago

This article provides a comprehensive schedule for Indian athletes competing at the Asian Games on September 26, 2023. It details events across various sports including athletics, badminton, kabaddi, boxing, hockey, and more, with specific timings in IST.

Is Paying Through Your Bank Safer Than UPI?

Is Paying Through Your Bank Safer Than UPI?

Rediff.com2 Sep 2026

Can your money be protected against online frauds like hacking, digital arrests, etc?

Kusal Mendis century powers Sri Lanka to win over England in 2nd ODI

Kusal Mendis century powers Sri Lanka to win over England in 2nd ODI

Rediff.com1 days ago

Sri Lanka defeated England by 16 runs in the second One-Day International at Headingley, levelling the three-match series 1-1. Captain Kusal Mendis's century and a dramatic return by an injured Jos Buttler highlighted the high-scoring encounter, with Sri Lanka ultimately prevailing despite England's strong start.

Davis Cup: Suresh loses thriller as India go 1-0 down vs Korea

Davis Cup: Suresh loses thriller as India go 1-0 down vs Korea

Rediff.com18 Sep 2026

Dhakshineswar Suresh lost to South Korea's Soonwoo Kwon in a hard-fought three-set match, giving the hosts a 1-0 lead in the Davis Cup Qualifiers Round 2 tie. Despite a strong start, Suresh couldn't maintain his momentum against Kwon's improved play. Sumit Nagal now faces Hyeon Chung in the second singles rubber, with India needing a win to level the tie.

Khushi, Kriti Are Wearing Their Superwoman Capes

Khushi, Kriti Are Wearing Their Superwoman Capes

Rediff.com28 Aug 2026

The dupatta has officially met its match. Why spend half the evening pinning, pleating and desperately trying to keep a piece of fabric from slipping off your shoulder when you can simply throw on a cape and call it a day?

India 0-2 down: Davis Cup Final 8 hopes on the brink

India 0-2 down: Davis Cup Final 8 hopes on the brink

Rediff.com18 Sep 2026

India's Davis Cup Final 8 aspirations are in peril after losing both singles matches to Korea in their Qualifier tie. Dhakshineswar Suresh and Sumit Nagal both squandered promising starts, leaving India trailing 0-2 and needing to win all three remaining matches to advance.

Asmita Dey Reveals Her Big Asian Games Challenge

Asmita Dey Reveals Her Big Asian Games Challenge

Rediff.com10 Sep 2026

Commonwealth Games gold-medallist judoka Asmita Dey is intensely preparing for the upcoming Asian Games in Aichi-Nagoya, acknowledging the significantly tougher competition, especially from Japanese judokas. She is focusing on improving her ground fighting techniques (Ne-Waza) and draws inspiration from Japanese Olympic champion Uta Abe to secure a medal for India.

India Women Smash Asian Games Record, Win GOLD Again

India Women Smash Asian Games Record, Win GOLD Again

Rediff.com4 days ago

India delivered a commanding performance in the Asian Games women's cricket final, crushing Sri Lanka by 147 runs to retain their gold medal and open their 2026 campaign with India's first gold of the Games.

Shaque: Trust No One Review: Untrustworthy Thriller

Shaque: Trust No One Review: Untrustworthy Thriller

Rediff.com2 days ago

Shaque: Trust No One has a promising mystery and enough juicy red herrings to keep you guessing, but its convenient writing and dated clichs eventually derail the show.

Filhaal To Daayra, Meghna Gulzar's Films, Ranked

Filhaal To Daayra, Meghna Gulzar's Films, Ranked

Rediff.com17 hours ago

From Filhaal to Daayra, we look at Meghna Gulzar's filmmaking journey, including the highs of Talvar and Raazi and the films that fell short.

InsuranceDekho and RenewBuy merge to create India's largest AI-powered insurance platform

InsuranceDekho and RenewBuy merge to create India's largest AI-powered insurance platform

Rediff.com2 Sep 2026

InsuranceDekho and RenewBuy have merged to establish India's largest artificial intelligence (AI)-enabled insurance distribution platform, targeting a significant premium book and extensive reach across the country.

New Study Reveals Asymmetric Expansion Of Extreme Heat Seasons Globally

New Study Reveals Asymmetric Expansion Of Extreme Heat Seasons Globally

Rediff.com14 Sep 2026

A new study published in AGU Advances reveals that extreme heat events are becoming more frequent and expanding beyond traditional summer months globally. This expansion is asymmetric, occurring earlier in spring in regions like western Europe and northwestern India, and later into autumn in areas such as the western US and eastern China. Researchers highlight the challenges this poses for human acclimatisation and community preparedness, as existing infrastructure like cooling centres are built around historical summer calendars.

Asian Games: Sharath Kamal Addresses Accommodation Concerns, Predicts TT Medals

Asian Games: Sharath Kamal Addresses Accommodation Concerns, Predicts TT Medals

Rediff.com16 Sep 2026

India's deputy chef-de-mission, A Sharath Kamal, has downplayed concerns regarding the unique container room and cruise ship accommodation for athletes at the upcoming Asian Games in Aichi-Nagoya. He stated that Indian athletes have been prepared for these arrangements through mock setups at SAI centres. Kamal also expressed confidence in India's table tennis team, predicting at least one medal, specifically highlighting the men's doubles and mixed doubles pairs.

Amazon Now hits $1 billion annualised gross sales in India, eyes 100 cities by Diwali

Amazon Now hits $1 billion annualised gross sales in India, eyes 100 cities by Diwali

Rediff.com15 Sep 2026

Amazon's ultra-fast delivery service, Amazon Now, has achieved $1 billion in annualised gross sales in India over the last three months, marking it as the fastest-growing e-commerce business in Amazon India's history, with orders doubling every quarter.

India's 501-strong squad eyes a new Asian Games high

India's 501-strong squad eyes a new Asian Games high

Rediff.com18 Sep 2026

India's large contingent of 501 athletes is set to compete at the 20th Asian Games in Nagoya, Japan, aiming to showcase the nation's growing sporting depth and its ambition to become a global top-10 sporting power by 2036. Despite initial accommodation challenges, the focus is on building on the momentum from the record 2022 Hangzhou Games, with strong medal hopes in shooting, athletics, cricket, badminton, and hockey.

'They Fought To The Last Man, Last Bullet, Last Breath'

'They Fought To The Last Man, Last Bullet, Last Breath'

Rediff.com18 Sep 2026

I had found spending one night at 14,500 feet inside a cottage difficult to get by -- struggling to breathe in the cold, thin, mountain air. Here, our soldiers had fought a ferocious battle at much greater heights in bone-chilling weather, worse than I had encountered. 114 men were killed in action in a 16-hour epic battle against China in Rezang La, the farthest outpost along India's border with China.

Bhoomi Shetty Is A Boho Goddess!

Bhoomi Shetty Is A Boho Goddess!

Rediff.com26 Aug 2026

Bhoomi Shetty is stepping into Mahakali as Maha, a woman destined to embody the fierce power of Goddess Kali. And if her off-screen style is anything to go by, she's more than ready for the role.

Don't send your kids to Delhi, say shattered families

Don't send your kids to Delhi, say shattered families

Rediff.com9 Sep 2026

Families of students killed or injured in a paying guest accommodation collapse in Delhi's Satya Niketan are returning home shattered, questioning the city's safety and warning others against sending their children to the national capital for education.

Ellora's Magnificent Kailasa Temple

Ellora's Magnificent Kailasa Temple

Rediff.com10 Sep 2026

The magnificent Kailasa temple stands as a testament to ancient Indian engineering and artistic brilliance, carved meticulously from a single mountain.

Drishyam: The Conclusion: From The Crime Scene To The Trailer Launch

Drishyam: The Conclusion: From The Crime Scene To The Trailer Launch

Rediff.com10 Sep 2026

A nostalgic trip through Goa reveals the real locations, conversations and behind-the-scenes stories that shaped Drishyam: The Conclusion.

East Zone, South Zone bowlers excel on Day 1 of Duleep Trophy semifinals

East Zone, South Zone bowlers excel on Day 1 of Duleep Trophy semifinals

Rediff.com30 Aug 2026

Kaverappa's four-wicket haul gave South Zone control before they stumbled, while Mukesh and Sarkar struck three each to bowl Central Zone out, giving East Zone a strong start.

Haiwaan Trailer: Akshay Kumar Goes Psycho

Haiwaan Trailer: Akshay Kumar Goes Psycho

Rediff.com25 Aug 2026

Akshay Kumar and Saif Ali Khan reunite in Priyadarshan's dark thriller Haiwaan where Kumar portrays a psychopathic villain and Khan a visually impaired hero.

Indian Shuttler Unnati Hooda Advances In Taipei Open

Indian Shuttler Unnati Hooda Advances In Taipei Open

Rediff.com31 Jul 2026

Indian shuttler Unnati Hooda defeated compatriot Devika Sihag in straight games to secure her spot in the Taipei Open semifinals. Hooda, the third seed, won a tightly contested first game before dominating the second to close out the match.

Hi Review: Charming But Predictable

Hi Review: Charming But Predictable

Rediff.com29 Aug 2026

Hi is a charming, feel-good romcom powered by Nayanthara and Kavin's chemistry, but its predictable second half keeps it from becoming truly delightful, notes Sreeju Sreedharan.

2nd Test: Shoriful Islam leads Bangladesh's stunning fightback after Starc masterclass

2nd Test: Shoriful Islam leads Bangladesh's stunning fightback after Starc masterclass

Rediff.com22 Aug 2026

Left-arm pacemen Mitchell Starc and Shoriful Islam starred with six-wicket hauls as Bangladesh rallied from a dreadful start to pin back Australia on a roller-coaster opening day of the second Test on Saturday.

ISS Antenna Replacement Delayed After Spacewalk Challenges

ISS Antenna Replacement Delayed After Spacewalk Challenges

Rediff.com19 Aug 2026

Astronauts Anil Menon and Sophie Adenot encountered unexpected delays during a spacewalk to replace a critical space-to-ground antenna on the International Space Station. Despite successfully removing the failed antenna, they ran out of time to install the replacement, rescheduling the task for a future spacewalk. Menon, of Indian origin, and Adenot, the first French woman to spacewalk, faced challenges with tight connectors and bolting during the six-hour mission.

Nose Ring Style: Learn from Ananya, Alia

Nose Ring Style: Learn from Ananya, Alia

Rediff.com27 Jul 2026

Sometimes a little accessory like a nose ring is all you need to elevate your look from nice to WOW.

Can This 17-YO Driver End F1's 50-Year Wait For Women?

Can This 17-YO Driver End F1's 50-Year Wait For Women?

Rediff.com10 Aug 2026

The More Than Equal initiative, co-founded by David Coulthard, is actively supporting young female drivers like Alexia Danielsson, 17, who are competing in junior series with the ultimate goal of reaching Formula One, a feat no woman has achieved in 50 years.

1st Test: India on course for victory in Galle after Sri Lanka lose early wickets

1st Test: India on course for victory in Galle after Sri Lanka lose early wickets

Rediff.com18 Aug 2026

India put themselves course for a big win in the series opener after reducing Sri Lanka to 84/4 at stumps on day four of the first Test in Galle on Tuesday.

India's tricolour embarks on global time-zone relay from Fiji on I-Day

India's tricolour embarks on global time-zone relay from Fiji on I-Day

Rediff.com15 Aug 2026

India launched 'Suryapath Tiranga', a unique initiative involving over 50 Indian missions globally, to digitally relay images of the tricolour across multiple time zones, starting from Fiji, to mark the country's 80th Independence Day.

Padikkal's maiden ton puts India in control on Day 1 vs Sri Lanka

Padikkal's maiden ton puts India in control on Day 1 vs Sri Lanka

Rediff.com15 Aug 2026

Devdutt Padikkal's maiden Test century put India firmly in control on the opening day of the first Test against Sri Lanka, with the visitors reaching 288/2 at stumps.

Hooda And Sharma Secure Semifinal Berths At Taipei Open

Hooda And Sharma Secure Semifinal Berths At Taipei Open

Rediff.com31 Jul 2026

Indian badminton players Unnati Hooda and Tanvi Sharma have successfully advanced to the women's singles semifinals of the Taipei Open. While Hooda secured a straight-game victory over fellow Indian Devika Sihag, Sharma triumphed in a tough three-game match against Thailand's Supanida Katethong. However, Kiran George faced defeat in the men's singles quarterfinal.

Air Force Football Team pip Defenders FC in Durand Cup clash

Air Force Football Team pip Defenders FC in Durand Cup clash

Rediff.com29 Jul 2026

The Indian Air Force Football Team defeated Sri Lanka's Defenders FC 2-1 in a Durand Cup Group C fixture. Naorem Somananda Singh scored in the first half, followed by an own goal, before Defenders FC managed a late consolation goal.