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Manpreet drops 7 kilos, eyes LA Olympics at 36!

Manpreet drops 7 kilos, eyes LA Olympics at 36!

Rediff.com7 Aug 2025

Manpreet Singh, the second-most capped player in Indian hockey, has found a second wind by tweaking his lifestyle and diet.

Trump admin halts new student visa interviews over social media vetting plans

Trump admin halts new student visa interviews over social media vetting plans

Rediff.com28 May 2025

The Trump administration is considering requiring all foreign students applying to study in the United States to undergo social media vetting, according to a report in Politico. In preparation for such required vetting, the administration is ordering US embassies and consular sections to pause scheduling new interviews for such student visa applicants. The report noted that if the administration goes ahead with the plan, it could severely slow down the processing of student visas and hurt many universities who rely heavily on foreign students to boost their financial coffers. This move comes days after the Trump administration ordered the Department of Homeland Security to terminate Harvard University's Student and Exchange Visitor Programme (SEVP) certification, a move that meant Harvard could no longer enroll foreign students.

Modi-Carney talks: Envoys to return as India, Canada mend ties

Modi-Carney talks: Envoys to return as India, Canada mend ties

Rediff.com18 Jun 2025

India and Canada have agreed to restore High Commissioners to each other's capitals at an early date, the first in 'calibrated steps' to restore stability to the 'very important relationship', Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri said.

It's all over...: Pak minister's reply on proof of downing IAF jets

It's all over...: Pak minister's reply on proof of downing IAF jets

Rediff.com8 May 2025

India dismissed claims on Pakistan social media about 'Operation Sindoor', saying the neighbouring country has unleashed a 'full-blown disinformation offensive' with 'lies' and digital theatrics to control the narrative.

FIH Pro League: India thrash world champions Germany 3-0

FIH Pro League: India thrash world champions Germany 3-0

Rediff.com1 Jun 2024

India exploited a rusty German defence, punching three goals as the Harmanpreet Singh-led side outclassed the world champions to make a winning start to the London leg of the FIH Pro Hockey League in London on Saturday.

Why The Poco X7 Pro Might Be For You

Why The Poco X7 Pro Might Be For You

Rediff.com11 Jan 2025

Poco launched its X7 series smartphones in India, catering to mid-range consumers with the Poco X7 5G and Poco X7 Pro 5G.

India must be part of G7 discussions: Canadian PM

India must be part of G7 discussions: Canadian PM

Rediff.com7 Jun 2025

India is the fifth largest economy in the world and it is central to a number of critical global supply chains, Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney has said, arguing that the leadership of the country must be part of discussions at the upcoming G7 summit.

Former Nepal King fined by civic body for vandalism

Former Nepal King fined by civic body for vandalism

Rediff.com29 Mar 2025

Former King Gyanendra Shah was on Saturday issued a letter demanding fine by Kathmandu's civic body following the damage caused to public property and environment during the pro-monarchy protests in parts of the Nepalese capital a day before.

Stalin Can Win 2026 Poll If...

Stalin Can Win 2026 Poll If...

Rediff.com18 Jul 2025

...the DMK chief minister's campaign -- which includes criticism of the BJP's 'pro-Hindutva, anti-Tamil, anti-federal' policies and building on his own government's social welfare programmes targeting especially women and youth -- appeals to Tamil Nadu's voters in next year's assembly election, explains N Sathiya Moorthy.

Making A Wish To Nandi

Making A Wish To Nandi

Rediff.com29 Jul 2025

Glimpses from India and around the world that will make you smile and cry.

Biren Singh vows action against pro-Meitei militants over Kuki attacks

Biren Singh vows action against pro-Meitei militants over Kuki attacks

Rediff.com1 Sep 2024

The Arambai Tenggol has been a focal point of controversy, with Kuki representatives blaming the organisation for exacerbating violence.

By 2028, 98% of all PCs will be AI-enabled: Dell

By 2028, 98% of all PCs will be AI-enabled: Dell

Rediff.com9 Apr 2025

The global PC landscape is poised for a seismic shift as artificial intelligence (AI) PCs are projected to dominate the market, with 98 per cent of all PCs expected to feature AI capabilities by 2028, according to a senior Dell executive. Talking to PTI, senior director and general manager of Client Solutions Group at Dell Technologies India, Indrajit Belgundi said AI PC adoption is significantly growing across all age groups, industries, and categories.

'Judges Don't Descend From Mars Or The Moon'

'Judges Don't Descend From Mars Or The Moon'

Rediff.com21 Aug 2025

'The quality of justice is directly linked to the quality of judges -- if that suffers, justice delivery suffers.'

Modi to attend G7 Summit in Canada after PM Carney's invite

Modi to attend G7 Summit in Canada after PM Carney's invite

Rediff.com6 Jun 2025

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday said he will be attending the G7 Summit later this month in Canada and that he looked forward to meeting his newly elected Canadian counterpart Mark Carney.

PIX: Last-minute goal takes Al-Ittihad past Al-Nassr

PIX: Last-minute goal takes Al-Ittihad past Al-Nassr

Rediff.com8 May 2025

Houssem Aouar scored a last-minute goal to help Al-Ittihad complete a comeback and secure a 3-2 win over Al-Nassr on Wednesday, taking them a step closer to clinching the Saudi Pro League title.

Chandrapur, Jabalpur ordnance factories cancel all leaves

Chandrapur, Jabalpur ordnance factories cancel all leaves

Rediff.com3 May 2025

The Ordnance Factory Chanda in Chandrapur district, Maharashtra, has cancelled all leaves for its employees, citing "national security and operational urgency." The decision comes after instructions from Munitions India Limited (MIL).

2 killed, 30 hurt as Nepal monarchists clash with cops; army called in

2 killed, 30 hurt as Nepal monarchists clash with cops; army called in

Rediff.com28 Mar 2025

Nepal police used tear gas and water cannons to disperse pro-monarchy demonstrators who torched a house and tried to break security barricades in Kathmandu. The protesters chanted slogans demanding the restoration of the monarchy in Nepal. One person was injured in the clash.

Wimbledon braces for hottest start in history

Wimbledon braces for hottest start in history

Rediff.com30 Jun 2025

Wimbledon sprang into life on Monday as the world's oldest tennis tournament opened its gates to thousands of spectators who had queued up for hours in the gentle morning sunshine.

Who Is Khalid Jamil, the Man Tasked with Rescuing Indian Football?

Who Is Khalid Jamil, the Man Tasked with Rescuing Indian Football?

Rediff.com1 Aug 2025

Khalid Jamil's rise can't exactly be termed as meteoric but the last eight years has been nothing less than extraordinary for the 48-year-old, who on Friday took over reins of the national men's football team.

Why Ronaldo declined offers to play Club World Cup

Why Ronaldo declined offers to play Club World Cup

Rediff.com29 Jun 2025

'I had some offers to play in the World Cup but I think it didn't make sense because I prefer to have a good rest, because this season will be very long as it is the World Cup season at the end of the year.'

Israel, Syria agree to US-brokered ceasefire amid Suwayda turmoil

Israel, Syria agree to US-brokered ceasefire amid Suwayda turmoil

Rediff.com19 Jul 2025

The ceasefire follows Israeli airstrikes on Syria on Wednesday, which Israel said were carried out to protect the Druze, a minority Arab religious group.

Will Nandini Gupta Bring The Miss World Crown Home?

Will Nandini Gupta Bring The Miss World Crown Home?

Rediff.com16 May 2025

The world is eagerly watching as she prepares to shine at Miss World 2025.

Who'll succeed Marquez? AIFF begins hunt for new coach

Who'll succeed Marquez? AIFF begins hunt for new coach

Rediff.com4 Jul 2025

AIFF opens application process for new men's head coach position after Marquez's exit

India women's FIH horror ends in relegation after 8 losses

India women's FIH horror ends in relegation after 8 losses

Rediff.com30 Jun 2025

Indian women's team suffers eighth defeat in FIH Pro League, relegated to Nations Cup

FIH Pro League: India women defeat USA via shootout

FIH Pro League: India women defeat USA via shootout

Rediff.com18 Feb 2024

A day after upsetting world No.3 Australia, India women once again played an entertaining and fast-paced brand of hockey to defeat the United States 2-1 via shootout in an FIH Pro League match in Rourkela on Sunday.

Radhika Yadav was just a co-actor: Music video producer

Radhika Yadav was just a co-actor: Music video producer

Rediff.com12 Jul 2025

'This incident is being given a Hindu-Muslim angle too. I don't know why it is being done. I don't have anything to do with this case...'

'Punjab Kings have to cash in on the second chance'

'Punjab Kings have to cash in on the second chance'

Rediff.com2 Jun 2025

Punjab Kings have been setting themselves up to win the Indian Premier League and not settle for third place, asserted bowling coach James Hopes.

'China, Pakistan Will Try To Turn Bangladesh Against India'

'China, Pakistan Will Try To Turn Bangladesh Against India'

Rediff.com7 Aug 2025

'Pakistan will also try to turn Bangladesh into a base for terrorist attacks on India.'

Public life likely to be hit as over 25 crore workers call 'Bharat Bandh' on Wednesday

Public life likely to be hit as over 25 crore workers call 'Bharat Bandh' on Wednesday

Rediff.com8 Jul 2025

More than 25 crore workers engaged in sectors ranging from banking, insurance, postal to coal mining, highway and construction are expected to go on a nationwide general strike on Wednesday, potentially disrupting services across the country. A forum of 10 central trade unions and their associates has called for a general strike or 'Bharat Bandh' to "oppose the anti-worker, anti-farmer and anti-national pro-corporate policies of the government".

India name 24-member squad for Europe leg of Hockey Pro League

India name 24-member squad for Europe leg of Hockey Pro League

Rediff.com9 May 2024

Harmanpreet Singh will lead a 24-member Indian squad in the Europe leg of the FIH Hockey Pro League starting on May 22.

Jailed pro-Khalistani leader Amritpal Singh to contest LS polls

Jailed pro-Khalistani leader Amritpal Singh to contest LS polls

Rediff.com27 Apr 2024

Singh's mother also claimed that pressure was being put on him to contest the polls, adding that he will now begin his political innings from Khadoor Sahib.

India-Canada relations 'extremely important': Modi

India-Canada relations 'extremely important': Modi

Rediff.com18 Jun 2025

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has said relations between India and Canada are 'extremely important' and the two nations should work together to achieve win-win cooperation in various sectors.

No link between Covid vaccine and heart attacks: Expert panel

No link between Covid vaccine and heart attacks: Expert panel

Rediff.com6 Jul 2025

An expert committee in Karnataka has concluded that there is no association between premature cardiovascular disease and a prior history of Covid-19 infection or Covid vaccination. The report suggests that common risk factors like hypertension, diabetes, and smoking are more likely causes.

New skipper Salima ready for European leg of Pro League after SA 'lessons'

New skipper Salima ready for European leg of Pro League after SA 'lessons'

Rediff.com17 May 2024

Indian women's hockey team's new captain Salima Tete hopes to utilise the "valuable lessons" learnt from the recent home series against South Africa to make a fresh start in the European leg of the FIH Pro League, beginning in Antwerp, Belgium on Wednesday.

In U-turn, Oppn rallies behind Dhankhar, urges Modi to intervene

In U-turn, Oppn rallies behind Dhankhar, urges Modi to intervene

Rediff.com22 Jul 2025

Several opposition MPs, who had previously criticized former Rajya Sabha chairman Jagdeep Dhankhar, are now praising him following his sudden resignation, with some even requesting him to reconsider.

Let Kamal Haasan go to court, film won't release: KFCC

Let Kamal Haasan go to court, film won't release: KFCC

Rediff.com2 Jun 2025

Let actor Kamal Haasan go to court, but no theatres in Karnataka will screen Thug Life, Karnataka Film Chamber of Commerce president M Narasimhalu said on Monday.

Will Kuldeep Play Oval Test?

Will Kuldeep Play Oval Test?

Rediff.com30 Jul 2025

Who do you think should be part of the Indian team for the fifth Test against England?

'Mercedes not chasing numbers in luxury car space'

'Mercedes not chasing numbers in luxury car space'

Rediff.com22 Jul 2025

'In the luxury car segment, the adoption of EVs is almost double compared to the mass market.'

Modi arrives in Canada for G7 Summit amid Israel-Iran conflict

Modi arrives in Canada for G7 Summit amid Israel-Iran conflict

Rediff.com17 Jun 2025

The Kananaskis gathering on June 16-17 is the Prime Minister's 6th consecutive participation in the G7 Summit.

The Hidden Dangers of Water-Only Fasting

The Hidden Dangers of Water-Only Fasting

Rediff.com1 Jul 2025

A new study reveals that water-only fasting may come with serious side effects.