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Women's WC: Major injury scare for semi-bound India

Women's WC: Major injury scare for semi-bound India

Rediff.com26 Oct 2025

India Women suffer injury scare as Pratika Rawal hobbles off field during Bangladesh clash

Sindhu advances to Malaysia Open semis, Satwik-Chirag bow out

Sindhu advances to Malaysia Open semis, Satwik-Chirag bow out

Rediff.com9 Jan 2026

P V Sindhu took the opening game 21-11 before Akane Yamaguchi, who was wearing a knee brace, decided to pull out of the match.

Fadnavis fumes as local BJP units tie up with Congress, AIMIM

Fadnavis fumes as local BJP units tie up with Congress, AIMIM

Rediff.com7 Jan 2026

The Bharatiya Janata Party has entered into post-poll alliances with rivals Congress and All India Majlis-e-Ittehadul Muslimeen in some municipal councils in Maharashtra, even as Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on Wednesday rejected the tie-ups and warned of action against party leaders involved.

Maduro illegitimate, we won't mourn end of his regime: UK

Maduro illegitimate, we won't mourn end of his regime: UK

Rediff.com4 Jan 2026

The UK has called for a safe and peaceful transition of power in Venezuela following a US operation that resulted in the capture of President Nicolas Maduro. Prime Minister Keir Starmer reiterated support for international law and said the UK government will discuss the situation with US counterparts.

No message from Rahul Gandhi: Shivakumar refutes media reports

No message from Rahul Gandhi: Shivakumar refutes media reports

Rediff.com14 Jan 2026

Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister D K Shivakumar clarified that Rahul Gandhi has only asked the state government to continue the good work, dismissing media reports of a specific message. Speculation arose after a brief conversation between Gandhi, Chief Minister Siddaramaiah, and Shivakumar.

Power network sharing plan will face 3 key challenges

Power network sharing plan will face 3 key challenges

Rediff.com16 Oct 2025

The ambitious proposal by the power ministry to allow network sharing between distribution licensees operating in the same geographical area will face three key challenges, said a former bureaucrat.

Bajaj Chetak Takes the Slow Road To Global Reach

Bajaj Chetak Takes the Slow Road To Global Reach

Rediff.com15 Jan 2026

Bajaj Auto is planning a slow, calibrated push to take the Chetak, its electric scooter, to more than 100 countries on the strength of its distributor network and market-specific localisation rather than an aggressive global rollout, reports Sohini Das.

'Filmmakers Need To Be Brave'

'Filmmakers Need To Be Brave'

Rediff.com5 Jan 2026

Farhan Akhtar is going the Karan Johar way.

Why Venezuela Did Not Celebrate Maduro's Fall

Why Venezuela Did Not Celebrate Maduro's Fall

Rediff.com14 Jan 2026

Years of repression and disappearances have taught Venezuelans, the hard way, not to voice either their anger or their joy, observes Radha Roy Biswas who spent her formative years in Venezuela.

Junior Hockey WC: Purnima hits brace as India sink Ireland

Junior Hockey WC: Purnima hits brace as India sink Ireland

Rediff.com5 Dec 2025

Junior Women's World Cup Hockey: India blank Ireland 4-0

Does it make sense to invest in power stocks?

Does it make sense to invest in power stocks?

Rediff.com8 Oct 2025

Utilities in the power sector present an interesting investment case at this moment. Most power stocks have lost substantial ground in the past 12 months.

Realme Narzo 90: Available For Purchase

Realme Narzo 90: Available For Purchase

Rediff.com31 Dec 2025

The Realme Narzo 90 5G is available in India starting at approximately 15,200. Officially, the variants are priced around 16,999 for the 6 GB RAM with 128 GB storage model, while the 8 GB RAM with 128 GB storage version retails for about 18,499.

The 7 Highest-Rated TV Shows Ever

The 7 Highest-Rated TV Shows Ever

Rediff.com9 Jan 2026

Drawing on December 2025 IMDb user ratings, we present a list of the most-highly rated shows of all time.

Modi leads 'Shaurya Yatra' honouring Somnath Temple defenders

Modi leads 'Shaurya Yatra' honouring Somnath Temple defenders

Rediff.com12 Jan 2026

Prime Minister Narendra Modi led the 'Shaurya Yatra' in Somnath, Gujarat, honouring those who defended the Somnath temple. He also offered prayers and paid tribute to Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel.

Oppn flags wipe-off ink in Maha civic polls; SEC orders probe

Oppn flags wipe-off ink in Maha civic polls; SEC orders probe

Rediff.com15 Jan 2026

The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) has refuted reports that indelible ink marks on voters' fingers were being wiped off during the ongoing civic polls. The BMC clarified that the Municipal Commissioner had not made any such statement.

'Nothing Can Replace A Guru Or Lived Experiences That Shape An Artist's Soul'

'Nothing Can Replace A Guru Or Lived Experiences That Shape An Artist's Soul'

Rediff.com20 Jan 2026

'Social media and AI are tools; they can amplify, archive, and connect, but they cannot replace emotion, discipline, or the years of riyaaz that go into becoming a musician.'

'A giant sports administrator': Kalmadi remembered

'A giant sports administrator': Kalmadi remembered

Rediff.com6 Jan 2026

Country's top sports administrators on Tuesday expressed deep sorrow at the death of former IOA president Suresh Kalmadi, calling it a huge loss to the Olympic movement in India.

Suresh Kalmadi: From IAF Pilot To Powerbroker Of Indian Sport

Suresh Kalmadi: From IAF Pilot To Powerbroker Of Indian Sport

Rediff.com6 Jan 2026

Suresh Kalmadi brought several top-class events to India including the 2003 Afro Asian Games, the 2008 Commonwealth Youth Games, the 2010 Commonwealth Games.

EV retail sales surge 16.37% to over 22.70 lakh units in 2025: FADA

EV retail sales surge 16.37% to over 22.70 lakh units in 2025: FADA

Rediff.com7 Jan 2026

Electric vehicle (EV) retail sales surged 16.37 per cent year-on-year to 22,70,107 units in 2025, driven by a 77 per cent jump in electric passenger car sales, according to data released by dealers' body FADA on Wednesday. The EV makers had recorded a total sales of 19,50,727 units in 2024, the Federation of Automobile Dealers' Association (FADA) said.

Ola Electric's mkt share at 9.3% in Dec

Ola Electric's mkt share at 9.3% in Dec

Rediff.com3 Jan 2026

Driven by improved customer experience, Ola Electric is witnessing "clear outcomes" in market share from its focused service transformation programme, the company said, as it registered 9,020 units in December, lifting its month-on-month share to 9.3 per cent from 7.2 per cent in November.

How Operation Sindoor Changed Security Doctrine

How Operation Sindoor Changed Security Doctrine

Rediff.com13 Jan 2026

'Some success has been achieved in raising the costs of terrorism for Pakistan.'

SC mulls pan-India guidelines to prevent accidents on highways

SC mulls pan-India guidelines to prevent accidents on highways

Rediff.com15 Dec 2025

The Supreme Court of India is considering formulating pan-India guidelines to prevent road accidents on expressways and national highways, following a fatal accident in Rajasthan. The court is focusing on the issue of illegal 'dhabas' and encroachments along highways as potential causes of accidents.

Op Sindoor forced Pak to carry out hurried...: CDS

Op Sindoor forced Pak to carry out hurried...: CDS

Rediff.com10 Jan 2026

Operation Sindoor compelled Pakistan to undertake constitutional amendments, which is an acknowledgement that things did not go well for the neighbouring nation, Chief of Defence Staff General Anil Chauhan has said.

SC directs public display of voter discrepancies in Bengal

SC directs public display of voter discrepancies in Bengal

Rediff.com19 Jan 2026

The Supreme Court has directed the Election Commission to display the names of those on the 'logical discrepancies' list at various public offices in West Bengal, addressing concerns about irregularities in the voter rolls.

Budget-Friendly Tablet: OnePlus Pad Go 2

Budget-Friendly Tablet: OnePlus Pad Go 2

Rediff.com30 Dec 2025

In India, the OnePlus Pad Go 2 is priced from 26,999, with the entry-level variant offering 8 GB of memory and 128 GB of internal storage in a Wi-Fi-only configuration.

Tarique Rahman ends 17-yr exile, lands in Dhaka amid rousing welcome

Tarique Rahman ends 17-yr exile, lands in Dhaka amid rousing welcome

Rediff.com25 Dec 2025

Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) acting chairman Tarique Rahman has returned to Dhaka after 17 years in self-exile in the UK, amid political instability following the killing of a youth leader. His return is significant as BNP emerges as a forerunner in the changed political landscape.

Even developed nations are removing infiltrators: Modi in Bengal

Even developed nations are removing infiltrators: Modi in Bengal

Rediff.com17 Jan 2026

Prime Minister Narendra Modi accused the TMC government in West Bengal of patronizing infiltration, leading to demographic changes and riots. He reassured refugees and promised action against illegal migration if the BJP comes to power.

No baggage, only runs: De Kock back in ruthless touch

No baggage, only runs: De Kock back in ruthless touch

Rediff.com6 Jan 2026

Quinton de Kock seems to have found another gear since his return to cricket and the South African attributed the new-found freedom in his batting to a mind without any 'baggage'.

'Pick Vaibhav Suryavanshi For India Now!'

'Pick Vaibhav Suryavanshi For India Now!'

Rediff.com8 Oct 2025

'He should be blooded into the senior team immediately, like Sachin was all those years ago.'

From BJP war room to TMC strategist: Who is Pratik Jain?

From BJP war room to TMC strategist: Who is Pratik Jain?

Rediff.com9 Jan 2026

Despite his influence, Pratik Jain avoids the spotlight. Credit is routinely passed on to colleagues. He maintains no visible faction within the TMC, no personal coterie.

Mumbai Among Top 8 Foodie Cities

Mumbai Among Top 8 Foodie Cities

Rediff.com12 Jan 2026

TasteAtlas, a globally recognised digital guide to food, has unveiled its Best Food Cities rankings for 2025-2026.

HIL: Defending champions Shrachi Tigers down Soorma Club

HIL: Defending champions Shrachi Tigers down Soorma Club

Rediff.com4 Jan 2026

HIL Women: Shrachi Bengal Tigers edge past Ranchi Royals

Ola Electric's mkt share at 9.3% in Dec

Ola Electric's mkt share at 9.3% in Dec

Rediff.com2 Jan 2026

Driven by improved customer experience, Ola Electric is witnessing "clear outcomes" in market share from its focused service transformation programme, the company said, as it registered 9,020 units in December, lifting its month-on-month share to 9.3 per cent from 7.2 per cent in November.

In-form Kiwi pacer Jacob Duffy to make T20 World Cup bow

In-form Kiwi pacer Jacob Duffy to make T20 World Cup bow

Rediff.com7 Jan 2026

New Zealand fast bowler Jacob Duffy is set to make his Twenty20 World Cup debut next month after being picked in the 15-member squad led by Mitchell Santner.

SC observations on ED raids a 'serious indictment' of Mamata: BJP

SC observations on ED raids a 'serious indictment' of Mamata: BJP

Rediff.com15 Jan 2026

The BJP has criticized West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee following Supreme Court observations regarding obstructions during ED raids at I-PAC premises, alleging abuse of power and shielding of those accused of corruption.

BMC polls: Fadnavis plays old clips, says Raj, Uddhav fighting for survival

BMC polls: Fadnavis plays old clips, says Raj, Uddhav fighting for survival

Rediff.com13 Jan 2026

Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis criticized Uddhav and Raj Thackeray, stating the Mumbai civic body election is a fight for their political survival. He also defended development projects and economic growth under the current government.

Maha civic polls: Mumbai set for high-stakes battle as campaigning ends

Maha civic polls: Mumbai set for high-stakes battle as campaigning ends

Rediff.com13 Jan 2026

Campaigning for the elections to 29 municipal corporations in Maharashtra has ended, with the battle for Mumbai's BMC taking center stage. Key political players are vying for control, with a focus on Marathi and Hindu voters.

'Will take care of it': Trump targets India over 'rice dumping'

'Will take care of it': Trump targets India over 'rice dumping'

Rediff.com9 Dec 2025

US President Donald Trump has said that India should not be "dumping" rice into the United States market and he will "take care" of it, while stressing that tariffs will solve the "problem" easily.

Tata Steel Chess: Anand, Nihal share lead after Rd 6

Tata Steel Chess: Anand, Nihal share lead after Rd 6

Rediff.com8 Jan 2026

Five-time world champion Viswanathan Anand recovered from an early setback to register two victories and emerge as joint leader with Nihal Sarin after six rounds of the Tata Steel Chess India Rapid, in Kolkata, on Thursday.

'After E20, India should now focus on flex fuel'

'After E20, India should now focus on flex fuel'

Rediff.com5 Dec 2025

As of now, no firm has launched a flex-fuel vehicle in India, as these models are more expensive than comparable petrol-run vehicles.