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T20 World Cup: Pakistan planning to boycott India match?

T20 World Cup: Pakistan planning to boycott India match?

Rediff.com26 Jan 2026

Pakistan delays decision on participation in T20 World Cup

Ajit Pawar's death puts question mark over NCP's future

Ajit Pawar's death puts question mark over NCP's future

Rediff.com28 Jan 2026

The death of Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar has created a leadership crisis within the NCP, raising questions about the party's future and potential reunification with the Sharad Pawar-led NCP (SP).

'India are incomplete without Hardik Pandya'

'India are incomplete without Hardik Pandya'

Rediff.com21 Jan 2026

'You won't find anyone else like Hardik Pandya.'

Shiv Sena corporators vacate Mumbai hotel

Shiv Sena corporators vacate Mumbai hotel

Rediff.com20 Jan 2026

Corporators of the Eknath Shinde-led Shiv Sena have vacated their hotel in Mumbai after the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation election results. The corporators received guidance from Deputy CM Shinde during their stay.

Andhra woman injects ex-lover's wife with HIV, arrested

Andhra woman injects ex-lover's wife with HIV, arrested

Rediff.com26 Jan 2026

Police in Kurnool, Andhra Pradesh, have arrested four individuals, including a woman, for allegedly injecting a doctor with HIV-infected blood. The attack is believed to be motivated by jealousy, as the doctor is the wife of the woman's former lover.

'What will Pakistan achieve by not sending team for T20 World Cup?'

'What will Pakistan achieve by not sending team for T20 World Cup?'

Rediff.com27 Jan 2026

Pakistan should refrain from spoiling its relation with the International Cricket Council and any support to Bangladesh must not come at the cost of their own team, former players urged the Pakistan Cricket Board.

Bharat Ratna Demand For Nitish BJP Ploy?

Bharat Ratna Demand For Nitish BJP Ploy?

Rediff.com26 Jan 2026

'Demand to confer the Bharat Ratna on Nitishji is to sideline him in politics and force him to retire from politics.'

Ursula von der Leyen's Indian Style Diplomacy

Ursula von der Leyen's Indian Style Diplomacy

Rediff.com27 Jan 2026

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen wore stunning Banarasi during her India visit. See how fashion became smart diplomacy.

Probe into authenticity of resigned GST official's disability certificate

Probe into authenticity of resigned GST official's disability certificate

Rediff.com29 Jan 2026

An investigation has been launched into the authenticity of the disability certificate of Prashant Kumar Singh, who resigned as GST Deputy Commissioner in protest against remarks made against Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath. The probe was initiated following a complaint filed in 2021.

Indonesia Masters: Sindhu, Lakshya knocked out

Indonesia Masters: Sindhu, Lakshya knocked out

Rediff.com23 Jan 2026

Sindhu, Lakshya lose in quarterfinals; Indian challenge ends in Indonesia Masters

What's This Robot Doing At Vizag Station?

What's This Robot Doing At Vizag Station?

Rediff.com23 Jan 2026

ASC Arjun has been designed to support security surveillance, crowd management, cleanliness monitoring and safety awareness while reducing manpower burden and improving response time.

Accused in gangster Goldy Brar's cousin's murder shot dead

Accused in gangster Goldy Brar's cousin's murder shot dead

Rediff.com28 Jan 2026

An accused in the 2020 murder of gangster Goldy Brar's cousin was fatally shot in Mohali. Police suspect Brar's involvement, citing threats and a social media claim of responsibility.

Govt rejects Opposition demands for debates on VB-G RAM G Act, SIR

Govt rejects Opposition demands for debates on VB-G RAM G Act, SIR

Rediff.com27 Jan 2026

The government rejected the opposition's demands for discussions on the VB-G RAM G Act and the SIR in the Budget session of Parliament, stating that the issues had already been debated.

Will paint all Maharashtra green: AIMIM MP backs Mumbra corporator

Will paint all Maharashtra green: AIMIM MP backs Mumbra corporator

Rediff.com24 Jan 2026

AIMIM leader Imtiaz Jaleel supports colleague Sahar Shaikh's controversial statement about turning Mumbra green, claiming the party intends to do the same across Maharashtra. This follows Shaikh's victory in Thane civic polls and subsequent backlash over her remarks.

R-Day: 982 police personnel awarded service medals

R-Day: 982 police personnel awarded service medals

Rediff.com25 Jan 2026

A bravery medal is awarded to a person on grounds of rare conspicuous act of gallantry, and conspicuous act of gallantry in saving life and property, or in preventing crime or arresting criminals, the risk incurred being estimated with due regard to the obligations and duties of the officer concerned.

Professor murdered on Mumbai local on wife's birthday; accused held

Professor murdered on Mumbai local on wife's birthday; accused held

Rediff.com25 Jan 2026

Based on preliminary information, the Borivali GRP have registered a murder case against an unidentified person. Efforts are being made to trace the attacker, the official added.

Ajit's death an accident, don't politicise it: Sharad Pawar

Ajit's death an accident, don't politicise it: Sharad Pawar

Rediff.com28 Jan 2026

This comes after Trinamool Congress chief Mamata Banerjee hinted at foul play behind the plane crash and demanded the Supreme Court's probe into the incident.

Sunetra Pawar set to take oath as Maharashtra deputy CM today

Sunetra Pawar set to take oath as Maharashtra deputy CM today

Rediff.com31 Jan 2026

The legislature wing of the Nationalist Congress Party in Maharashtra will hold a meeting in Mumbai on January 31, where Deputy Chief Minister late Ajit Pawar's wife Sunetra is set to be named as its leader, state minister Chhagan Bhujbal said on Friday.

'India assured Bangladesh full security during T20 WC'

'India assured Bangladesh full security during T20 WC'

Rediff.com26 Jan 2026

India offered full security to Bangladesh cricket team: BCCI Vice President Rajeev Shukla

EFI sends rape-accused EC member as coach to Jordan

EFI sends rape-accused EC member as coach to Jordan

Rediff.com29 Jan 2026

The naming of rape-accused Col (Retd) Tarsem Singh Warraich for an overseas assignment has yet again brought the Equestrian Federation of India (EFI) under the scanner, even as the Sports Ministry, in an unrelated development, has issued a show-cause notice to the federation over prolonged governance and compliance failures.

Participation in T20 WC subject to government's advice: Naqvi

Participation in T20 WC subject to government's advice: Naqvi

Rediff.com25 Jan 2026

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) chairman Mohsin Naqvi on Sunday dismissed the impression that the announcement of the World Cup squad meant that the country has decided to take part in next month's ICC mega event.

Padma Vibhushan for Dharmendra, here is full list of Padma awards 2026

Padma Vibhushan for Dharmendra, here is full list of Padma awards 2026

Rediff.com25 Jan 2026

For the year 2026, the President has approved the conferment of 131 Padma awards. The list comprises five Padma Vibhushan, 13 Padma Bhushan and 113 Padma Shri.

Vijay Chowk to echo with Vande Mataram at Beating Retreat ceremony

Vijay Chowk to echo with Vande Mataram at Beating Retreat ceremony

Rediff.com28 Jan 2026

The dominant theme at this year's ceremonial parade at the Kartavya Path, and other associated celebrations, has been the sesquicentenary of the national song, 'Vande Mataram.'

10-tonne steel bridge stolen overnight in Korba, sold as scrap

10-tonne steel bridge stolen overnight in Korba, sold as scrap

Rediff.com24 Jan 2026

A 70-foot-long steel bridge weighing over 10 tonnes built on a canal more than four decades ago was stolen overnight in Chhattisgarh's Korba city, leaving local residents stunned, police said on Saturday.

Rashid Khan: Precision, not predictability, is the key

Rashid Khan: Precision, not predictability, is the key

Rediff.com29 Jan 2026

Afghanistan captain Rashid Khan has rejected claims that batters have worked him out, saying consistent execution, not new variations, will define his impact at the upcoming T20 World Cup.

Beating Retreat echoes with Vande Mataram, military might, Op Sindoor

Beating Retreat echoes with Vande Mataram, military might, Op Sindoor

Rediff.com30 Jan 2026

The sesquicentenary of 'Vande Mataram' was the overriding theme of the ceremonial event held at the Vijay Chowk and presided over by President Droupadi Murmu, who arrived at the venue in a traditional buggy to the sound of bugles, adding a ceremonial grace to the occasion.

Mumbai records 52.94% voter turnout, down from 2017

Mumbai records 52.94% voter turnout, down from 2017

Rediff.com16 Jan 2026

Mumbai civic polls recorded a voter turnout of 52.94 per cent, a decrease from the 55.53 per cent recorded in the 2017 elections. Counting of votes is scheduled to begin at 10 am at 25 centers across the city.

'Ajit Dada Made Everyone Feel Heard'

'Ajit Dada Made Everyone Feel Heard'

Rediff.com30 Jan 2026

'While many politicians speak of development, Dada worked hard for it.' 'He realised that politics wasn't about power or politics -- it was about service to the people.'

'Hardest Job In India After PM's': Tharoor Backs Gambhir

'Hardest Job In India After PM's': Tharoor Backs Gambhir

Rediff.com22 Jan 2026

Gautam Gambhir receives public backing from Shashi Tharoor ahead of the Nagpur T20I against New Zealand.

UP GST officer quits over Shankaracharya's remarks against Adityanath

UP GST officer quits over Shankaracharya's remarks against Adityanath

Rediff.com27 Jan 2026

A GST Deputy Commissioner, Prashant Kumar Singh, resigned in protest against Shankaracharya Avimukteshwaranand's remarks against Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, citing attempts to divide the nation on caste and religious lines.

Speeding Thar kills 18-year-old IAF aspirant during morning jog

Speeding Thar kills 18-year-old IAF aspirant during morning jog

Rediff.com22 Jan 2026

The driver fled the scene, abandoning the vehicle near Dadi Ka Phatak, police said, adding that the SUV later collided with another vehicle while fleeing.

Digital arrest case: SC issues notice to Centre, CBI, RBI

Digital arrest case: SC issues notice to Centre, CBI, RBI

Rediff.com24 Jan 2026

The Supreme Court has sought responses from the Centre, the CBI and others on a plea filed by a 78-year-old retired banker who was duped of Rs 23 crore after allegedly being put under "digital arrest" for nearly a month.

Mohun Bagan to face Kerala Blasters in ISL opener

Mohun Bagan to face Kerala Blasters in ISL opener

Rediff.com27 Jan 2026

Mohun Bagan Super Giant vs East Bengal ISL derby on May 3 as per tentative schedule

T20 World Cup: Bangladesh Journalists' Media Applications Rejected

T20 World Cup: Bangladesh Journalists' Media Applications Rejected

Rediff.com27 Jan 2026

The ICC's decision to replace Bangladesh with Scotland in the T20 World Cup 2026 has sparked another controversy and this time, it's affecting the media.

UGC 2026: 'No One Is Being Criminalised'

UGC 2026: 'No One Is Being Criminalised'

Rediff.com2 Feb 2026

'Once the actual scope is understood, it becomes evident that the framework is about internal redress and course correction, and in no way criminalisation.'

Is Shashi Tharoor heading to CPM? Kerala MP says...

Is Shashi Tharoor heading to CPM? Kerala MP says...

Rediff.com26 Jan 2026

Congress MP Shashi Tharoor has declined to comment on reports claiming he held discussions with CPI(M) members in Dubai. CPI(M) dismisses speculation about Tharoor joining, while Congress denies he is leaving.

UP conversion racket mastermind nabbed before fleeing to Dubai

UP conversion racket mastermind nabbed before fleeing to Dubai

Rediff.com25 Jan 2026

The alleged mastermind of an organized gang involved in sexual exploitation, religious conversion, and blackmailing in Uttar Pradesh's Mirzapur district was arrested at Delhi's IGI airport while attempting to flee abroad.

Kite Makers Prepare For Festivals...

Kite Makers Prepare For Festivals...

Rediff.com7 Jan 2026

Kite makers and workers across India are busy preparing colourful kites and specialised manjha threads ahead of the International Kite Festival in Ahmedabad and the Lohri festival.

Row heats up over non-Hindu entry into Badrinath, Kedarnath shrines

Row heats up over non-Hindu entry into Badrinath, Kedarnath shrines

Rediff.com26 Jan 2026

He said that just as there are rules related to religious conduct in mosques and churches, there are also traditional rules in Hindu religious places.

US calls India-EU trade deal 'very disappointing'

US calls India-EU trade deal 'very disappointing'

Rediff.com29 Jan 2026

In the wake of the FTA between India and the European Union, the United States has described the Europeans as 'very disappointing', saying they were unwilling to join Washington, DC in putting tariffs on New Delhi for its purchases of Russian oil because of this trade deal.