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Ranji Trophy: Mumbai, Delhi Fight Back On Day 1

Ranji Trophy: Mumbai, Delhi Fight Back On Day 1

Rediff.com8 Nov 2025

Opener Musheer Khan (112) and veteran Siddhesh Lad (100 not out) hit centuries to rally Mumbai to 289/5 on Day 1 of the Ranji Trophy Elite Group D match against Himachal Pradesh.

Punjabi Singer Rajvir Jawanda Dies At 35

Punjabi Singer Rajvir Jawanda Dies At 35

Rediff.com8 Oct 2025

Punjabi singer Rajvir Jawanda, who sustained serious injuries in a road accident last month, has succumbed to his injuries.

'My life turned on its head the day Yuvraj left'

'My life turned on its head the day Yuvraj left'

Rediff.com16 Oct 2025

'Nobody cared for me, everyone had turned their back. People thought I wouldn't survive.'

All Eyes on Vice-Captain Iyer as Twin Milestones Beckon

All Eyes on Vice-Captain Iyer as Twin Milestones Beckon

Rediff.com18 Oct 2025

The Mumbai batter was India's top run-getter and the second-highest overall in the Champions Trophy 2025, scoring 243 runs in five matches at an average of 48.60, including two fifties and a top score of 79, playing a crucial role in India's second straight white-ball title.

Punjab Kings captain Shreyas fined after match winning knock

Punjab Kings captain Shreyas fined after match winning knock

Rediff.com2 Jun 2025

Punjab Kings captain Shreyas Iyer was fined for Rs 24 lakh for his team's slow over rate during the Qualifier 2 match against Mumbai Indians.

Qualifier 1: Punjab Or RCB? Who Will Win?

Qualifier 1: Punjab Or RCB? Who Will Win?

Rediff.com29 May 2025

Royal Challengers Bengaluru and Punjab Kings, two sides chasing their first IPL title, will square off in a tantalising Qualifier 1 encounter on Thursday, May 29, 2025.

New Dawn Beckons for Indian Women's Cricket: Tendulkar

New Dawn Beckons for Indian Women's Cricket: Tendulkar

Rediff.com29 Oct 2025

The little girl with a plastic bat in a small town must feel that the world is open to her, just as I felt after watching a triumphant Team India in 1983, says Sachin Tendulkar.

Om Puri's Life In Pictures

Om Puri's Life In Pictures

Rediff.com24 Oct 2025

Om Puri would have been 75 in October. We look back at his early years through these 16 pictures from his life.

Antwerp court clears fugitive jeweller Mehul Choksi's extradition

Antwerp court clears fugitive jeweller Mehul Choksi's extradition

Rediff.com18 Oct 2025

A court in Antwerp on Friday cleared the extradition of fugitive diamantaire Mehul Choksi, noting that his arrest by the Belgian authorities on India's request was valid, officials in the know of the development said.

India-Pakistan Conflict Takes Toll On Punjab Trade

India-Pakistan Conflict Takes Toll On Punjab Trade

Rediff.com3 Jun 2025

'Those who call for war from far-off places should realise the repercussions it has on the people who are actually affected.'

'I Once Followed the CSK Bus...': Varun Chakravarthy on MSD and SRK

'I Once Followed the CSK Bus...': Varun Chakravarthy on MSD and SRK

Rediff.com17 Oct 2025

Speaking on popular web series, Breakfast with Champions, the 34-year-old spinner recalled how how he once followed the CSK team bus, only to later find himself facing the legendary Dhoni in the nets.

PIX: Preity Zinta super chuffed after Punjab win

PIX: Preity Zinta super chuffed after Punjab win

Rediff.com19 May 2025

She was also seen chatting with Rajasthan opener Yashasbvi Jaiswal, who scored a 25-ball 50 and nearly took the game away from the visitors.

Private Talent At PSU Banks Is Welcome, But...

Private Talent At PSU Banks Is Welcome, But...

Rediff.com22 Oct 2025

Opening up the corner office is fine, but will the government be able to attract talent without giving a market-rate salary?, asks Tamal Bandyopadhyay.

IPL's Valuation Hits Flat Pitch

IPL's Valuation Hits Flat Pitch

Rediff.com16 Oct 2025

The IPL's overall valuation fell by 8 per cent to Rs 76,100 crore in 2025.

'He Comes from Punjab...' Bharat Army's Tribute to Gill

'He Comes from Punjab...' Bharat Army's Tribute to Gill

Rediff.com21 Jun 2025

Gill was met with a rousing reception from the Bharat Army, who serenaded their new captain with a specially composed chant

'Shackled for 25 hrs': 50 US deportees from Haryana recount ordeal

'Shackled for 25 hrs': 50 US deportees from Haryana recount ordeal

Rediff.com27 Oct 2025

A batch of 35 Indians deported from the US included people from Kaithal, Karnal, and Kurukshetra districts in Haryana. They recounted their experiences and the financial burdens they faced trying to immigrate to the US.

Samson added to Ranji squad for Maha game

Samson added to Ranji squad for Maha game

Rediff.com10 Oct 2025

Kerala will have a new captain in Mohammed Azharuddeen.

Punjab Kings, Royal Challengers set for battle royale

Punjab Kings, Royal Challengers set for battle royale

Rediff.com28 May 2025

Shreyas Iyer's inspiring leadership faces its toughest test yet when Punjab Kings host an equally upbeat Royal Challengers Bengaluru in Qualifier 1 of the Indian Premier League in Mullanpur on Thursday.

IPL PIX: RCB thrash Punjab Kings to storm into final

IPL PIX: RCB thrash Punjab Kings to storm into final

Rediff.com29 May 2025

Royal Challengers Bengaluru raced to their first IPL final since 2016 with an eight-wicket thrashing of Punjab Kings in a lopsided Qualifier 1 match.

Captain Shreyas Iyer hails Punjab Kings' winning mindset

Captain Shreyas Iyer hails Punjab Kings' winning mindset

Rediff.com18 May 2025

Captain Shreyas Iyer is pleased that Punjab Kings displayed the right mindset after being put under the pump by aggressive Rajasthan Royals top-order batters.

Haryana DGP sent on leave amid IPS officer's suicide row

Haryana DGP sent on leave amid IPS officer's suicide row

Rediff.com14 Oct 2025

In an eight-page "final note," purportedly left behind by Kumar, he accused eight senior IPS officers, including Kapur and Bijarniya, of "blatant caste-based discrimination, targeted mental harassment, public humiliation and atrocities."

Arshdeep eager to help create legacy for Punjab Kings

Arshdeep eager to help create legacy for Punjab Kings

Rediff.com1 Jun 2025

Arshdeep spoke on handling pressure, saying that he feels good to be trusted by his team during pressure situations, and the responsibility is enjoyed.

Ranji Trophy: Karun, Smaran hit double tons as Karnataka dominates

Ranji Trophy: Karun, Smaran hit double tons as Karnataka dominates

Rediff.com2 Nov 2025

Karun Nair and Ravichandran Smaran made double hundreds as Karnataka gained upper hand over Kerala on the second day of their Ranji Trophy Elite Group B match.

'Big shoes to fill': Harbhajan's message to Gill

'Big shoes to fill': Harbhajan's message to Gill

Rediff.com5 Oct 2025

Former off-spinner Harbhajan Singh is hopeful that the newly appointed India's ODI captain, Shubman Gill, will carry forward the legacy of Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma and other captains who served before him in the format.

Shaw, Saxena named in Maharashtra Ranji squad

Shaw, Saxena named in Maharashtra Ranji squad

Rediff.com9 Oct 2025

The squad also features India batter Ruturaj Gaikwad who has captained his state team in the past, while the selectors opted to go with experience, picking Pradeep Dadhe over Rajvardhan Hangargekar.

Punjab Police on high alert for IPL play-offs

Punjab Police on high alert for IPL play-offs

Rediff.com28 May 2025

'We have arranged for extensive security around the stadium and its periphery. Today, there was a review of it.'

How RSS Celebrated Its Centenary

How RSS Celebrated Its Centenary

Rediff.com3 Oct 2025

The Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh celebrated its centenary on Vijayadashami at the Reshimbagh ground in Nagpur on October 2. RSS Sarsanghchalak Mohan Bhagwat led the occasion with former President Ram Nath Kovind as the chief guest.

Stubble burning: Why can't some farmers be arrested, asks SC

Stubble burning: Why can't some farmers be arrested, asks SC

Rediff.com17 Sep 2025

The Supreme Court has expressed concern over the increasing pollution levels during winter and has suggested that the Punjab government arrest farmers who engage in stubble burning. The court believes that this action would send a strong message and help curb air pollution.

'I'm A Sportsman. I Don't Cheat'

'I'm A Sportsman. I Don't Cheat'

Rediff.com8 Oct 2025

'I have moved forward with my life, and everyone else should do, too.'

India's next gen light up Ranji Trophy Day 1

India's next gen light up Ranji Trophy Day 1

Rediff.com25 Oct 2025

Vimal Khumar and Pradosh Ranjan Paul struck massive hundreds as Tamil Nadu piled up 399 for two against Nagaland on the opening day of their Ranji Trophy Elite Group A match in Dimapur on Saturday.

Can Super Cup lift gloom around Indian football?

Can Super Cup lift gloom around Indian football?

Rediff.com24 Oct 2025

At a time when Indian football is seeking a radical overhaul, the Super Cup, starting in Goa from Saturday, could act as a catalyst for clubs to build their teams, prepare their players, get valuable match time, and keep their hopes of continental qualifications alive.

We haven't achieved anything yet: Ponting warns Punjab Kings

We haven't achieved anything yet: Ponting warns Punjab Kings

Rediff.com27 May 2025

Punjab Kings coach Ricky Ponting told his players not to lose focus as they "haven't achieved anything yet".

Operation Blue Star was wrong, Mrs Gandhi paid with life: P Chidambaram

Operation Blue Star was wrong, Mrs Gandhi paid with life: P Chidambaram

Rediff.com12 Oct 2025

Chidambaram said that Operation Black Thunder was the right way to retrieve the Golden Temple, by keeping the Army out of the Sikh worship place.

Why haven't you hanged Rajoana yet, SC asks govt

Why haven't you hanged Rajoana yet, SC asks govt

Rediff.com24 Sep 2025

The Supreme Court has questioned the delay in the hanging of Balwant Singh Rajoana, convicted in the 1995 assassination of former Punjab CM Beant Singh, despite the Centre calling it a 'serious offence'.

IPL Final: Is Chris Gayle Backing RCB or Punjab Kings?

IPL Final: Is Chris Gayle Backing RCB or Punjab Kings?

Rediff.com3 Jun 2025

West Indies' batting great Chris Gayle showed his support for both his former teams -- Royal Challengers Bengaluru and Punjab Kings.

NIA charges 7 for attack on Punjab police station by Khalistani terrorists

NIA charges 7 for attack on Punjab police station by Khalistani terrorists

Rediff.com27 Jun 2025

The terror attack on Ghanie Ke Bangar Police Station in Batala, Gurdaspur district, Punjab, was claimed on social media by BKI operatives Harpreet Singh alias Happy Passia and Gurpreet alias Gopi, they said.

Bypolls: AAP wins in Gujarat, Punjab; Cong in Kerala; TMC in Bengal

Bypolls: AAP wins in Gujarat, Punjab; Cong in Kerala; TMC in Bengal

Rediff.com24 Jun 2025

Aam Aadmi Party's Gopal Italia on Monday won from Gujarat's Visavadar assembly constituency and his party also retained Punjab's Ludhiana West seat while the Congress-led United Democratic Front wrested Nilambur from the ruling Left Democratic Front in Kerala, according to results of assembly bypolls in four states.

Ranji Trophy: Shami Roars Back Into Form

Ranji Trophy: Shami Roars Back Into Form

Rediff.com18 Oct 2025

Shami's four-wicket burst sets up Bengal's eight-wicket win over Uttarakhand

Maharashtra's Prithvi Shaw makes Mumbai pay with 100

Maharashtra's Prithvi Shaw makes Mumbai pay with 100

Rediff.com7 Oct 2025

Prithvi Shaw produced a statement innings - a commanding unbeaten century on Day 1 of their three-day practice match at the MCA Stadium in Gahunje, proving that a change in jersey hasn't dimmed his hunger or timing.

Fierce Kolkata Derby To Light Up Super Cup!

Fierce Kolkata Derby To Light Up Super Cup!

Rediff.com25 Sep 2025

Derby in Super Cup group stage as Mohun Bagan, East Bengal drawn together