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First Test: Pacers run riot as England wrap up win over New Zealand inside four days

First Test: Pacers run riot as England wrap up win over New Zealand inside four days

Rediff.com7 Jun 2026

England exploited to the full a Lord's pitch once again offering erratic bounce and lateral movement on Sunday to win the rain-interrupted first Test against New Zealand by 115 runs with a day and two sessions to spare.

'Pressure To Bear A Son Is More In The City'

'Pressure To Bear A Son Is More In The City'

Rediff.com17 Jun 2026

'Even lower middle class parents in cities opt for just one child. A son is a must.'

Unsinkable Aircraft Carrier Vs Real Aircraft Carrier

Unsinkable Aircraft Carrier Vs Real Aircraft Carrier

Rediff.com19 Jun 2026

While the Andaman and Nicobar islands serve as a vital, stationary asset for projecting power in the Indian Ocean, referring to them as an unsinkable aircraft carrier ignores key military and geopolitical limitations, explains Commodore Venugopal Menon (retd).

How TCS Plans To Become The Top AI Services Firm

How TCS Plans To Become The Top AI Services Firm

Rediff.com16 May 2026

TCS, India's largest IT firm, is aiming to become the world's leading AI-led technology services company. CEO K Krithivasan highlights the company's strategy, including upskilling its workforce and executing nation-scale projects in India.

Chennai-born architect of Trump's AI policies exits White House

Chennai-born architect of Trump's AI policies exits White House

Rediff.com7 Jun 2026

The 42-year-old, who has had stints at Microsoft, Facebook and Twitter, made the announcement of leaving his role as Senior Policy Advisor for Artificial Intelligence in a post on X on Saturday.

What Joint Account Holders Must Know

What Joint Account Holders Must Know

Rediff.com29 May 2026

Read all account documents, ask questions, and conduct basic due diligence before agreeing to become a joint holder.

RBI Governor: India's Forex Reserves at $682 Billion, 11 Months Import Cover

RBI Governor: India's Forex Reserves at $682 Billion, 11 Months Import Cover

Rediff.com5 Jun 2026

Reserve Bank Governor Sanjay Malhotra announced that India's foreign exchange reserves stand at a healthy $682.3 billion as of May 29, 2026, providing approximately 11 months of import cover and strong protection against external shocks.

ED Attaches More Assets In Goa Nightclub Fire Case

ED Attaches More Assets In Goa Nightclub Fire Case

Rediff.com27 May 2026

The Enforcement Directorate has attached fresh assets worth more than Rs 11 crore as part of its money laundering investigation into the illegal operation of a Goa nightclub where 25 people were killed in a massive fire in December last year.

Shweta Tripathi: 'I Don't Want Drama In My Life'

Shweta Tripathi: 'I Don't Want Drama In My Life'

Rediff.com9 Jun 2026

'I like to celebrate who I am. I like to experiment, and am not afraid to make mistakes. You have to be your biggest cheerleader.'

Varun-Salman Celebrate David Dhawan In 'Bittersweet' Way

Varun-Salman Celebrate David Dhawan In 'Bittersweet' Way

Rediff.com25 May 2026

Hai Jawani Toh Ishq Hona Hai will be David Dhawan's last film, and reason enough for a David Dhawan Film Festival.

SKASports To Develop Regional Sports Ecosystem With Singapore Club

SKASports To Develop Regional Sports Ecosystem With Singapore Club

Rediff.com16 May 2026

Chennai-based SKASports Investments Private Ltd has signed an agreement with a Singapore club to develop a regional sports ecosystem that would tap the large pool of footballers and coaches from India.

Gambhir's Faith Gives Sai Sudharsan Freedom To Excel

Gambhir's Faith Gives Sai Sudharsan Freedom To Excel

Rediff.com6 Jun 2026

Young Indian batsman Sai Sudharsan discusses how head coach Gautam Gambhir's confidence has given him the freedom to perform, leading to an impressive 81 in the one-off Test against Afghanistan. He also shared insights on batting with KL Rahul and strategies for playing spin on the evolving Mullanpur pitch, which he expects to offer more turn and become slower.

In India, there's an absolutely crazy love for Israel: Netanyahu

In India, there's an absolutely crazy love for Israel: Netanyahu

Rediff.com29 May 2026

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has lauded India as a 'huge power' with a strong affinity for Israel, highlighting the growing partnership between the two nations despite global delegitimisation efforts against the Jewish state.

Aamir Khan May Marry Gauri Spratt In July

Aamir Khan May Marry Gauri Spratt In July

Rediff.com3 Jun 2026

Bollywood superstar Aamir Khan is reportedly preparing Gauri Spratt in an intimate ceremony scheduled for July 5.

Want To Make India's Heaviest Rocket, LVM3?

Want To Make India's Heaviest Rocket, LVM3?

Rediff.com12 Jun 2026

The EoI comes at a time when ISRO is working to enhance LVM3's payload capacity to five tonnes in GTO and is also evaluating the procurement of a Russian semi-cryogenic engine for the vehicle's second stage.

How Persistent Systems Is Expanding In Eastern Europe

How Persistent Systems Is Expanding In Eastern Europe

Rediff.com1 Jun 2026

Persistent Systems announced an agreement to integrate a team from Concise, a software engineering and IT consulting company, to expand its Eastern European footprint.

Maruti Launches RD-Backed Car Loan

Maruti Launches RD-Backed Car Loan

Rediff.com6 Jun 2026

The scheme, called 'Suhana Safar', targeted customers who aspire to own a car but were hesitant because of concerns around arranging the down payment or managing future EMI obligations.

Asian Fencing Championships: Pakistan declines invitation amid visa issues

Asian Fencing Championships: Pakistan declines invitation amid visa issues

Rediff.com4 Jun 2026

Pakistan has decided not to send its team to the Asian Senior Fencing Championships in New Delhi, despite an invitation from local organisers. India is hosting the event for the first time, which will also include the General Assembly of the Fencing Confederation of Asia. Several other nations, including Hong Kong and Australia, are also facing visa-related challenges for their delegations.

UCC Bill tabled in Assam; polygamy ban, live-in registration proposed

UCC Bill tabled in Assam; polygamy ban, live-in registration proposed

Rediff.com25 May 2026

The opposition parties, including Congress, Raijor Dal and Trinamool Congress, opposed the move and demanded wider consultation with all the stakeholders before its introduction.

Cars24 Invests $20 Million In New AI Labs Initiative

Cars24 Invests $20 Million In New AI Labs Initiative

Rediff.com1 Jun 2026

Cars24 has announced the launch of its AI Labs, backed by a USD 20 million investment, to foster AI innovation and support startups in the field.

Born in Tamil Nadu, Made for the World: Hyundai to make TN its EV hub

Born in Tamil Nadu, Made for the World: Hyundai to make TN its EV hub

Rediff.com10 Jun 2026

Hyundai Motor India Ltd (HMIL) announced plans to make Tamil Nadu its 'flagship EV hub for India', committing over 26,000 crore in investment, enhancing localisation, and creating approximately 2,000 additional jobs over the next five to six years. The company will roll out two new EV models from its Chennai facility this year, including its first mass-market dedicated EV.

How Satwik-Chirag Plan To Build On Singapore Open Victory

How Satwik-Chirag Plan To Build On Singapore Open Victory

Rediff.com1 Jun 2026

Indian badminton stars Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty discuss their Singapore Open victory, overcoming injuries, and their ambitions for future tournaments, including the World Championships and the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics.

How Satwik-Chirag Plan To Build On Singapore Open Victory

How Satwik-Chirag Plan To Build On Singapore Open Victory

Rediff.com1 Jun 2026

Indian badminton stars Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty discuss their Singapore Open victory, overcoming injuries, and their ambitions for future tournaments, including the World Championships and the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics.

Zee Entertainment Secures Rights To Broadcast FIFA World Cup 2026

Zee Entertainment Secures Rights To Broadcast FIFA World Cup 2026

Rediff.com1 Jun 2026

Zee Entertainment Enterprises Ltd (ZEEL) has announced an eight-year partnership with FIFA to broadcast all its matches, including the World Cup 2026, in the Indian market. The deal includes 39 FIFA global football events, with live coverage available on ZEEL's sports network and streaming platform ZEE5.

14 first-time ministers to be inducted in Satheesan cabinet

14 first-time ministers to be inducted in Satheesan cabinet

Rediff.com17 May 2026

Kerala's Chief Minister-designate, V D Satheesan, has announced his new ministerial team, emphasising social and regional balance within the coalition. Senior leaders like Ramesh Chennithala and K Muraleedharan are set to be inducted, with Thiruvanchoor Radhakrishnan nominated as Speaker.

Why ISL Clubs Are Reviewing Their Commitment

Why ISL Clubs Are Reviewing Their Commitment

Rediff.com23 May 2026

Several Indian Super League (ISL) clubs have hinted at uncertainty regarding their participation in the 2026-27 season due to ongoing issues surrounding the domestic top-tier competition. The clubs are reviewing their commitment beyond the current season amid disagreements with the AIFF over commercial partnerships and league structure.

Modi surpasses Nehru, becomes India's longest-serving elected PM

Modi surpasses Nehru, becomes India's longest-serving elected PM

Rediff.com10 Jun 2026

The National Democratic Alliance (NDA) is set to hold a crucial meeting to celebrate Prime Minister Narendra Modi becoming India's longest continuously serving elected prime minister, surpassing Jawaharlal Nehru's record of 4,399 days.

Will take Venugopal, Chennithala into confidence: Satheesan

Will take Venugopal, Chennithala into confidence: Satheesan

Rediff.com14 May 2026

V D Satheesan, the Congress CM candidate for Kerala, expressed his gratitude to the party high command and key leaders for their support after being named Chief Minister.

First Test: New Zealand three down in chase of 254 vs England

First Test: New Zealand three down in chase of 254 vs England

Rediff.com6 Jun 2026

New Zealand need 254 runs to defeat England in the opening Test of the three-match series after bowling the hosts out for 226 in their second innings at Lord's on Friday.

Team India Now Has A Colour Partner!

Team India Now Has A Colour Partner!

Rediff.com26 Nov 2025

Asian Paints signed up as Indian cricket's official colour partner for three years, covering a total of 110 matches.

US Team Likely to Visit India in June for Crucial Trade Discussions

US Team Likely to Visit India in June for Crucial Trade Discussions

Rediff.com21 May 2026

Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal announced that a US team is expected to visit India next month for trade talks, following an earlier Indian delegation's visit to Washington, DC, in April to finalise an interim pact and advance negotiations for a broader bilateral trade agreement.

Guhan, Sandhesh Reach Squash Quarterfinals

Guhan, Sandhesh Reach Squash Quarterfinals

Rediff.com13 May 2026

Guhan Senthilkumar and Sandhesh PR of Tamil Nadu have advanced to the men's doubles quarterfinals of the 3rd HCL National Doubles Squash Championships in Chennai.

'Challenges Are Not New To Us'

'Challenges Are Not New To Us'

Rediff.com18 May 2026

'Unfortunately the treasury is empty, in zero. So we have to first make money for the development activities of the state, and also to continue the welfare measures.'

Sensex drops over 300 points, Nifty declines amid IT sell-off, rising crude

Sensex drops over 300 points, Nifty declines amid IT sell-off, rising crude

Rediff.com3 Jun 2026

Indian benchmark indices, Sensex and Nifty, closed lower, primarily due to a sharp sell-off in IT stocks, a fresh surge in crude oil prices, and sustained outflows from foreign institutional investors. The Sensex dropped over 300 points, while the Nifty declined by 77.95 points.

Kerala's PM SHRI Scheme: LDF Accuses UDF Of Misinformation And Double Standards

Kerala's PM SHRI Scheme: LDF Accuses UDF Of Misinformation And Double Standards

Rediff.com8 Jun 2026

Senior CPI(M) leader V Sivankutty has criticised the Kerala UDF government for allegedly spreading misinformation about the Centre's PM SHRI scheme and attempting to implement it despite earlier opposition. He clarified that the previous LDF government froze the agreement over concerns about the National Education Policy and that funds received were not for PM SHRI. The scheme continues to be a politically contentious issue in the state.

'Doyen of Indian PMs': US, Russia hail Modi on tenure milestone

'Doyen of Indian PMs': US, Russia hail Modi on tenure milestone

Rediff.com11 Jun 2026

US President Donald Trump described Prime Minister Narendra Modi as 'a Great One', while Russia hailed him as the 'doyen of all Indian prime ministers' as world leaders congratulated him on becoming India's longest continuously serving elected representative at the top post.

How Satwik-Chirag Won The Singapore Open Title

How Satwik-Chirag Won The Singapore Open Title

Rediff.com31 May 2026

Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty fought back to win the Singapore Open title, defeating Indonesia's Fajar Alfian and Muhammad Shohibul Fikri in a thrilling final.

IIT Guwahati Develops Innovative Semiconductor Platform

IIT Guwahati Develops Innovative Semiconductor Platform

Rediff.com3 Jun 2026

'Our research demonstrates the potential of perovskite-based semiconductor technologies for next-generation solar cells and memory devices.'

Financial chaos in PSL? PCB faces big crisis

Financial chaos in PSL? PCB faces big crisis

Rediff.com6 May 2026

The Pakistan Cricket Board has initiated a strong campaign to recover billions in dues from defaulting franchises, broadcast, and business partners to improve its financial standing.

India's Era Has Arrived: Birla

India's Era Has Arrived: Birla

Rediff.com5 Jun 2026

Kumar Mangalam Birla urged young people to 'build in India, build for India and build for the world'.