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KSCA disappointed as IPL 2026 final moved from Bengaluru to Ahmedabad

KSCA disappointed as IPL 2026 final moved from Bengaluru to Ahmedabad

Rediff.com4 minutes ago

The Karnataka State Cricket Association (KSCA) has expressed its disappointment after the BCCI shifted the IPL 2026 final from Bengaluru to Ahmedabad, despite Bengaluru being the defending champions' home ground. The BCCI cited unspecified requirements from local authorities as the reason for the change.

CBI Files Chargesheet Against AVJ Developers For Alleged Cheating

CBI Files Chargesheet Against AVJ Developers For Alleged Cheating

Rediff.com11 minutes ago

The CBI has filed a chargesheet against AVJ Developers, bank officials, and others for allegedly cheating financial institutions and homebuyers in Greater Noida.

Camila Mendes And Dwayne 'The Rock' Johnson Are Manish Malhotra's Muses At The Met

Camila Mendes And Dwayne 'The Rock' Johnson Are Manish Malhotra's Muses At The Met

Rediff.com14 minutes ago

At the Met Gala 2026, Manish Malhotra had both Camila Mendes and Dwayne Johnson (The Rock), wear his creations and then he showed up himself and stole the show!

IPL 2026 Preview: Royal Challengers Bengaluru Seek Revival Vs Struggling Lucknow Super Giants

IPL 2026 Preview: Royal Challengers Bengaluru Seek Revival Vs Struggling Lucknow Super Giants

Rediff.com23 minutes ago

Royal Challengers Bengaluru will aim to rediscover their batting form after a recent collapse as they face Lucknow Super Giants in an IPL match. RCB, currently second in the standings, need to regroup after a defeat against Gujarat Titans, while LSG are struggling at the bottom after losing their last six matches.

Naveen Patnaik Seeks Action In Odisha Woman's Murder Case

Naveen Patnaik Seeks Action In Odisha Woman's Murder Case

Rediff.com25 minutes ago

BJD president Naveen Patnaik has written to Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi, seeking his intervention in the killing of a pregnant woman in Odisha's Ganjam district and demanding action against the culprits.

'Backstabber': DMK on ally Cong's decision to back Vijay's TVK

'Backstabber': DMK on ally Cong's decision to back Vijay's TVK

Rediff.com26 minutes ago

The DMK has criticised its ally Congress for supporting Vijay's Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) to form the government, calling the decision a 'backstab'. DMK spokesperson Saravanan Annadurai accused Congress of being an 'unstable partner' and betraying the INDIA alliance.

Delhi Boy, 13, Found Strangled In Forest; Investigation On

Delhi Boy, 13, Found Strangled In Forest; Investigation On

Rediff.com30 minutes ago

A 13-year-old boy was found dead in a forest in Delhi's Bhati Mines area, with police suspecting he was strangled. The boy had gone missing after going to the forest with a group to bury a dog. Family members and locals protested, demanding justice.

Cong snaps ties with DMK, offers 'conditional' support to Vijay's TVK

Cong snaps ties with DMK, offers 'conditional' support to Vijay's TVK

Rediff.com31 minutes ago

The Tamil Nadu Congress Committee and the Congress Legislature Party have decided to extend its full support to the TVK to form the government, AICC Tamil Nadu in-charge Girish Chodankar said in a statement citing TVK chief Vijay's request seeking support.

TVK chief Vijay meets guv, stakes claim to form TN govt

TVK chief Vijay meets guv, stakes claim to form TN govt

Rediff.com39 minutes ago

The TVK won 108 seats in the 234-member strong Tamil Nadu assembly in the recently held elections. 118 is the majority mark to form the government.

Stock markets rally as US-Iran talks progress, crude oil prices tumble

Stock markets rally as US-Iran talks progress, crude oil prices tumble

Rediff.com42 minutes ago

Indian benchmark indices, Sensex and Nifty, rallied significantly following a sharp decline in crude oil prices. This decline was triggered by US President Donald Trump's announcement of progress in negotiations with Iran towards a peace agreement, which led to renewed optimism in global markets.

Diya Mehta Jatia And Ananya Birla At The Met After Party!

Diya Mehta Jatia And Ananya Birla At The Met After Party!

Rediff.com42 minutes ago

Once the flashbulbs fade and the carpet clears at the Met Gala 2026, that's when things actually get interesting.

Two Held In Saharanpur With Drugs Worth 1 Crore

Two Held In Saharanpur With Drugs Worth 1 Crore

Rediff.com45 minutes ago

Two alleged drug traffickers were arrested in Saharanpur, Uttar Pradesh, and 504 grams of illegal smack worth around 1 crore was recovered from their possession.

Venugopal, Chennithala or Satheesan: Who'll win Kerala CM race?

Venugopal, Chennithala or Satheesan: Who'll win Kerala CM race?

Rediff.com46 minutes ago

Intense lobbying is underway in Kerala as V D Satheesan, K C Venugopal, and Ramesh Chennithala vie for the chief minister's post, with their camps citing popularity, MLA support, and experience as key factors for the Congress high command's decision.

Nick Jonas's Princess Diaries Nod to Priyanka Chopra Delights Fans

Nick Jonas's Princess Diaries Nod to Priyanka Chopra Delights Fans

Rediff.com47 minutes ago

Singer-actor Nick Jonas charms social media with a romantic Princess Diaries tribute to wife Priyanka Chopra.

UP's new cuisine map leaves non-veg off the menu

UP's new cuisine map leaves non-veg off the menu

Rediff.com52 minutes ago

The Uttar Pradesh government's 'One District One Cuisine' initiative, aimed at promoting local delicacies, has drawn criticism for omitting several iconic non-vegetarian dishes closely associated with the state's districts.

India's Wheat And Rice Reserves Exceed Buffer Norms

India's Wheat And Rice Reserves Exceed Buffer Norms

Rediff.com54 minutes ago

India's wheat and rice reserves in Food Corporation of India (FCI) godowns have surged to 604.02 lakh tonnes as of April 1, nearly three times the mandatory buffer requirement, according to official data.

Punjab CM Accuses BJP Of Fearmongering After Blasts

Punjab CM Accuses BJP Of Fearmongering After Blasts

Rediff.com55 minutes ago

A political row has erupted over the twin blasts in Punjab, with Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann accusing the BJP of trying to create fear ahead of next year's assembly elections. The BJP has hit back, terming the remarks condemnable and alleging that Mann ignored preliminary investigation findings pointing towards possible ISI involvement.

DMK Faces Internal Strife After Election Defeat

DMK Faces Internal Strife After Election Defeat

Rediff.com55 minutes ago

'How does the person responsible for the leader's defeat stand before the leader, showing his face, without even a shred of shame, fear, apprehension, or embarrassment?'

Delhi Police Nab Sextortion Racket Kingpin From Mewat

Delhi Police Nab Sextortion Racket Kingpin From Mewat

Rediff.com57 minutes ago

Delhi Police have arrested Abas Khan, the alleged kingpin of a sextortion racket, from Rajasthan's Mewat region for allegedly duping a 21-year-old man of Rs 2.52 lakh through a fake video call and blackmail.

Noida Man Killed By Neighbour Over Waste Burning Row

Noida Man Killed By Neighbour Over Waste Burning Row

Rediff.com1 hour ago

A 25-year-old man was allegedly shot dead by his neighbour in Greater Noida's Sakipur village following a dispute over burning of drain waste. The main accused was arrested after an encounter with police.

Akhilesh cuts ties with I-PAC for 2027 UP Polls

Akhilesh cuts ties with I-PAC for 2027 UP Polls

Rediff.com1 hour ago

The Samajwadi Party has ended its association with the Indian Political Action Committee (I-PAC) due to a lack of funds, according to party president Akhilesh Yadav.

Two Arrested For Duping Delhi Tour Operator With Fake Currency

Two Arrested For Duping Delhi Tour Operator With Fake Currency

Rediff.com1 hour ago

Delhi Police have arrested two men for allegedly defrauding a tour operator of Rs 1 lakh using fake currency notes under the guise of a currency exchange scheme.

Bhagwant Mann: BJP Creating Fear In Punjab Ahead Of Polls

Bhagwant Mann: BJP Creating Fear In Punjab Ahead Of Polls

Rediff.com1 hour ago

Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann has accused the BJP of attempting to destabilise the state and create an atmosphere of fear ahead of upcoming elections, following twin blasts in Amritsar and Jalandhar.

'A Big Battle Is Going On Within The Congress In Kerala'

'A Big Battle Is Going On Within The Congress In Kerala'

Rediff.com1 hour ago

'They will have to adjust themselves to the new reality. Because if they don't understand this changed political perception, their future will be difficult.'

Notorious 'Bilora-Haddi' Duo Arrested By Delhi Police

Notorious 'Bilora-Haddi' Duo Arrested By Delhi Police

Rediff.com1 hour ago

Delhi Police have arrested Sanju alias Bilora and Sachin alias Haddi, a notorious duo involved in multiple snatching cases. Stolen items and vehicles were recovered from them.

Himanta Biswa Sarma: 'Bangladeshi Infiltration Is A Real Threat'

Himanta Biswa Sarma: 'Bangladeshi Infiltration Is A Real Threat'

Rediff.com1 hour ago

'The next five years are crucial because Assam, West Bengal and Bihar are either governed by or politically aligned with the BJP.' 'This gives us a strong platform to take decisive steps to secure our borders.'

Explosive Material Caused Jalandhar BSF Office Blast

Explosive Material Caused Jalandhar BSF Office Blast

Rediff.com1 hour ago

A senior Punjab Police officer confirmed that explosive material was used in the blast outside the Border Security Force's Punjab Frontier headquarters in Jalandhar, triggering an investigation and heightened security measures.

Illegal LPG Refilling Racket Busted In Delhi

Illegal LPG Refilling Racket Busted In Delhi

Rediff.com1 hour ago

Delhi Police busted an illegal LPG refilling and hoarding racket in Nangloi, seizing 96 domestic gas cylinders, vehicles, and equipment. Three people were arrested for diverting LPG cylinders meant for delivery and illegally refilling and selling them in the open market.

Why Trisha's Bollywood Journey Ended Early

Why Trisha's Bollywood Journey Ended Early

Rediff.com1 hour ago

'I was so busy doing Tamil and Telugu films that I didn't get time to consider Hindi films.'

MI travel to Raipur; Hardik's absence sparks concern

MI travel to Raipur; Hardik's absence sparks concern

Rediff.com1 hour ago

Hardik Pandya likely to miss more Indian Premier League matches due to back spasms, with Mumbai Indians awaiting clarity on their captain's return.

ServiceNow Enhances AI Control Tower For Enterprise Governance

ServiceNow Enhances AI Control Tower For Enterprise Governance

Rediff.com1 hour ago

ServiceNow has announced an expansion of its AI Control Tower offering with new capabilities that give enterprises control over every AI system, agent, and workflow, regardless of where it runs.

From Skeletons To Human Shadows: Most Outrageous Met Gala 2026 Looks

From Skeletons To Human Shadows: Most Outrageous Met Gala 2026 Looks

Rediff.com1 hour ago

A Met Gala without bizarre, outrageous looks that'll make you do a double take is an incomplete Met Gala.

AI Impact: Scientific Paper Submissions Surge, Quality Dips

AI Impact: Scientific Paper Submissions Surge, Quality Dips

Rediff.com1 hour ago

A new study reveals a significant increase in the use of artificial intelligence (AI) in scientific paper submissions since the release of ChatGPT, accompanied by a decline in writing quality. The research, focusing on submissions to the journal Organization Science, highlights the strain on the peer-review system and questions the benefits of AI for non-native English speakers and new field entrants.

What's Behind The Punjab Security Site Blasts?

What's Behind The Punjab Security Site Blasts?

Rediff.com1 hour ago

Two explosions near security establishments in Punjab have triggered panic and condemnation from opposition parties, who allege efforts to destabilise the state. The blasts occurred in Jalandhar and Amritsar, with investigations underway. No injuries were reported.

India's services sector growth hits 5-month high in April

India's services sector growth hits 5-month high in April

Rediff.com1 hour ago

India's services sector growth reached a five-month high in April, with the HSBC India Services PMI Business Activity Index rising to 58.8, primarily driven by robust domestic demand and a shift from international to local suppliers amidst the West Asia crisis.

Why ServiceNow Sees India As A Major Growth Engine

Why ServiceNow Sees India As A Major Growth Engine

Rediff.com2 hours ago

ServiceNow, a leading AI platform for business transformation, is highly optimistic about its growth prospects in the Indian market, according to President and Chief Product Officer Amit Zavery.

Illegal House Of Drug Peddler Demolished In Srinagar

Illegal House Of Drug Peddler Demolished In Srinagar

Rediff.com2 hours ago

An illegally constructed house belonging to a drug peddler was demolished in Srinagar as part of the Nasha Mukt Jammu & Kashmir Abhiyaan.

Delhi Police Nab Suspect In Boxer Vikas Dagar Murder Case

Delhi Police Nab Suspect In Boxer Vikas Dagar Murder Case

Rediff.com2 hours ago

Delhi Police have arrested Sumit Rana, a suspect in the murder of national-level boxer Vikas Dagar, who was killed in outer Delhi last year. Rana, a member of the Sonu gang, had been evading arrest for eight months.

Increasing the number of policy sales will be a key focus area for SBI Life

Increasing the number of policy sales will be a key focus area for SBI Life

Rediff.com2 hours ago

"Policy sales will be one of the focus areas for the company because looking at the large insurance gap, large number of people being uncovered. The only right way to go is to increase the number of policies," said Amit Jhingran, MD & CEO, SBI Life Insurance.

'Vijay Won't Ask Anybody For Support'

'Vijay Won't Ask Anybody For Support'

Rediff.com2 hours ago

'The TVK might form a minority government.'