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The Revolutionaries Review: Flawed Portrayal Of Independence Struggle

The Revolutionaries Review: Flawed Portrayal Of Independence Struggle

Rediff.com11 Sep 2026

The Revolutionaries never draws you into its world nor explains the mind and motivation of its heroes or even the mood within a nation they're going through so much trouble for, observes Sukanya Verma.

India's Trade Deficit with BRICS Nations Surges to $226.1 Billion

India's Trade Deficit with BRICS Nations Surges to $226.1 Billion

Rediff.com9 Sep 2026

India's total goods trade with BRICS nations more than doubled from FY21 to FY26, reaching USD 417.5 billion, but a significant surge in imports, particularly from China and Russia, has caused India's trade deficit with the bloc to more than triple, reaching USD 226.1 billion.

Mandaadi Review: Soori Rules The Waves

Mandaadi Review: Soori Rules The Waves

Rediff.com13 Sep 2026

Mandaadi may follow a familiar sports-drama rulebook, but its thrilling boat races, terrific performances and mass moments make the ride well worth taking.

How Each Breath Shapes Your Brain Activity

How Each Breath Shapes Your Brain Activity

Rediff.com1 Sep 2026

A new study published in The Journal of Neuroscience reveals a precise connection between individual breath patterns and neural activity in the brain. Researchers found that subtle variations in each breath, such as longer inhales or slower exhales, are directly reflected in corresponding brain activity patterns. This goes beyond traditional measures of breathing rate, offering a richer understanding of how respiration influences cognition, emotion, and memory, and could have implications for conditions like SUDEP and SIDS.

ETPL: Rotterdam Dockers Secure Nail-Biting Victory Over Glasgow Cosmic

ETPL: Rotterdam Dockers Secure Nail-Biting Victory Over Glasgow Cosmic

Rediff.com2 Sep 2026

The Rotterdam Dockers defeated Glasgow Cosmic by five wickets in a dramatic ETPL encounter, chasing down 141 with just one ball to spare.

Japan aims for cricket growth with historic India T20 match

Japan aims for cricket growth with historic India T20 match

Rediff.com11 Sep 2026

Japan's cricket captain Kendel Kadowaki-Fleming and all-rounder Charlie Hara-Hinze believe the upcoming historic T20 match against India on September 22 can serve as a crucial springboard for the sustained growth of cricket in Japan, a country traditionally dominated by baseball.

Private Banks Intensify FCNR(B) Push as RBI Swap Window Nears Closure

Private Banks Intensify FCNR(B) Push as RBI Swap Window Nears Closure

Rediff.com19 Aug 2026

Private banks in India are aggressively mobilising Foreign Currency Non-Resident (Bank), or FCNR(B), deposits by raising interest rates and using website countdowns, as the Reserve Bank of India's swap window is set to close on August 31, earlier than initially planned.

India's Unemployment Rate Climbs to 11-Month High in May

India's Unemployment Rate Climbs to 11-Month High in May

Rediff.com16 Jun 2026

India's unemployment rate reached an 11-month high of 5.5 per cent in May, up from 5.2 per cent in April, according to the National Statistics Office, indicating a softening labour market as labour-force participation also eased.

Indore T20: India-West Indies Match Tickets Available Online

Indore T20: India-West Indies Match Tickets Available Online

Rediff.com2 Sep 2026

Tickets for the upcoming T20 International match between India and West Indies at Indore's Holkar Stadium on October 11 will be sold exclusively online, with prices ranging from Rs 1,000 to Rs 12,500. The Madhya Pradesh Cricket Association has appointed 'District by Zomato' as the official ticketing agency, allowing a maximum of four tickets per person.

Google Pixel 11 Pro Fold With 8-Inch Super Actua Flex Display, 4,806 mAh Battery

Google Pixel 11 Pro Fold With 8-Inch Super Actua Flex Display, 4,806 mAh Battery

Rediff.com20 Aug 2026

Google has added a new foldable to its premium Pixel line-up. The handset combines an expansive 8-inch Super Actua Flex display with a 120Hz refresh rate, Tensor G6 processing, a triple rear camera system.

Should You Invest In Balanced Hybrid Funds?

Should You Invest In Balanced Hybrid Funds?

Rediff.com27 Aug 2026

'Since the category has a limited track record, assess the fund manager's experience across equity and debt market cycles rather than relying only on past returns.'

Ladakhis get rights over barren land, relief for thousands

Ladakhis get rights over barren land, relief for thousands

Rediff.com4 Sep 2026

Ladakh Lieutenant Governor Vinai Kumar Saxena has approved new rules for the regularisation of 'nautor lands', granting proprietary rights to eligible landholders. This move aims to resolve a long-pending issue, provide legal certainty, and allow land to be used as a financial asset for thousands of residents in the Union Territory.

Why the Tata Curvv Base Variants Could Now Be the Smartest Buy

Why the Tata Curvv Base Variants Could Now Be the Smartest Buy

Rediff.com7 Sep 2026

Tata Motors has launched the Curvv Series X, an updated version of its coupe-SUV, focusing on enhancing value-for-money by adding more features to lower and mid-spec variants and streamlining the lineup, with prices ranging from Rs 9.99 lakh to Rs 18.99 lakh (ex-showroom).

Amsterdam Flames chase down 177 with ease, defeat Rotterdam Dockers by eight wickets

Amsterdam Flames chase down 177 with ease, defeat Rotterdam Dockers by eight wickets

Rediff.com7 Sep 2026

Amsterdam Flames successfully chased down a challenging target of 177 runs, defeating Rotterdam Dockers by eight wickets in Match 17 of the European T20 Premier League. Bas de Leede and Tim David led the charge with unbeaten half-centuries.

Premiumisation to fuel 8-11% residential sales value growth in top 7 cities by FY27: Icra

Premiumisation to fuel 8-11% residential sales value growth in top 7 cities by FY27: Icra

Rediff.com27 Aug 2026

Icra predicts that the top seven Indian cities will see an 8-11 per cent year-on-year growth in housing sales value by FY27, reaching approximately 7.9 trillion, primarily driven by the ongoing trend of premiumisation and a favourable product mix.

Sher-e-Punjab T20: Shubman Gill Shines As Fazilka Falcons Edge Lions By 1 Run

Sher-e-Punjab T20: Shubman Gill Shines As Fazilka Falcons Edge Lions By 1 Run

Rediff.com7 Sep 2026

Shubman Gill's quickfire 40 helped Fazilka Falcons secure a thrilling one-run victory over Ludhiana Lions in their Sher-e-Punjab T20 League match.

West Asia conflict, crude oil prices, US inflation to steer stock markets

West Asia conflict, crude oil prices, US inflation to steer stock markets

Rediff.com6 Sep 2026

Analysts predict that developments in the West Asia conflict, crude oil prices, and upcoming US inflation data will be the primary factors influencing the Indian stock market next week, alongside foreign investor activity and global market trends.

Sensex Jumps 331 Points as IT Stocks Lead Market Rebound

Sensex Jumps 331 Points as IT Stocks Lead Market Rebound

Rediff.com28 Aug 2026

Indian benchmark equity indices, Sensex and Nifty, rebounded after a two-day losing streak, driven by strong buying in blue-chip IT stocks and positive global market cues, with the Sensex climbing 330.92 points.

Upsets Mark Second Round Of Asian Junior Chess Championships

Upsets Mark Second Round Of Asian Junior Chess Championships

Rediff.com21 Aug 2026

The second round of the Asian Junior Open and Girls Classical Chess Championships in Mumbai saw significant upsets, with Guru Prakash defeating Asian Junior Rapid champion FM Vivaan Vishal Shah. Several other higher-rated players were also challenged or defeated, while top seeds maintained their winning streaks.

RBI net bought $561 mn in June, first purchase since Feb

RBI net bought $561 mn in June, first purchase since Feb

Rediff.com26 Aug 2026

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) net bought $561 million in June, marking its first net purchase since February, following three consecutive months of net sales. This move coincided with a series of government and RBI measures to attract foreign capital, leading to a 0.36 per cent appreciation of the rupee against the dollar.

'Removal of critical wall led to Delhi PG building collapse'

'Removal of critical wall led to Delhi PG building collapse'

Rediff.com9 Sep 2026

Police investigations into the collapse of a five-storey PG building in Delhi's Satya Niketan reveal that three truckloads of debris were used to level the basement, and a crucial wall was removed on the ground floor shortly before the incident. Seven people died and five were injured. The building owner, labour contractor, and a PG operator have been arrested, while another operator is absconding. Concerns about building safety and unauthorised construction in the area have been raised.

India's Freshers Face Tougher Job Market

India's Freshers Face Tougher Job Market

Rediff.com20 Aug 2026

Employers are increasingly prioritising professionals with four to 10 years of experience.

BCCI confirms Indian cricketers' accommodation for Asian Games in Japan

BCCI confirms Indian cricketers' accommodation for Asian Games in Japan

Rediff.com8 Sep 2026

BCCI Vice-President Rajiv Shukla has confirmed that Indian cricketers participating in the upcoming Asian Games in Japan will stay in designated accommodation provided by the Organising Committee, which, while comfortable, will not be five-star hotels due to scarcity in Nagoya. Both BCCI and IOA have addressed the arrangements, ensuring player comfort and suitable facilities.

Sugar should be 'very expensive': BJP leader amid price surge

Sugar should be 'very expensive': BJP leader amid price surge

Rediff.com26 Aug 2026

Madhya Pradesh Minister Kailash Vijayvargiya has ignited a political firestorm with his controversial remarks suggesting sugar should be "very expensive" and avoided by those over 40, drawing sharp criticism from the opposition amidst rising inflation concerns.

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi has what it takes to rule world cricket: Srikkanth

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi has what it takes to rule world cricket: Srikkanth

Rediff.com5 Sep 2026

Kris Srikkanth backs 15-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi to become a world cricket superstar, citing his fearless batting, Duleep Trophy heroics, IPL dominance and potential across all three formats.

Sardar 2 Review: The Spy Who Bored Me

Sardar 2 Review: The Spy Who Bored Me

Rediff.com11 Sep 2026

Sardar 2 has the interesting spy games, but too many convenient shortcuts and a tedious runtime leave this sequel struggling to match the crisp, engaging original, argues Sreeju Sudhakaran.

Last Man In Tower Review: Unsettling Must Watch

Last Man In Tower Review: Unsettling Must Watch

Rediff.com11 Sep 2026

Last Man In Tower is an unsettling portrait of a society that can turn against one another when greed dangles the promise of a better life, observes Sreeju Sudhakaran.

Moto Pad 70 Brings 2.5K Display, Dolby Atmos And 68W Charging To India

Moto Pad 70 Brings 2.5K Display, Dolby Atmos And 68W Charging To India

Rediff.com19 Aug 2026

Motorola has expanded its tablet portfolio in India with the Moto Pad 70, a feature-packed device aimed at users seeking entertainment and productivity on the go.

Glenn Maxwell picks Virat Kohli as ODI cricket's 'best-ever'

Glenn Maxwell picks Virat Kohli as ODI cricket's 'best-ever'

Rediff.com4 Sep 2026

Glenn Maxwell has named Virat Kohli the best-ever ODI batter, praising his exceptional timing, control and gap-finding ability while highlighting his remarkable record in successful run-chases.

Deep Dasgupta recalls how Anil Kumble would reprimand him for not appealing

Deep Dasgupta recalls how Anil Kumble would reprimand him for not appealing

Rediff.com2 Sep 2026

Anil Kumble's relentless on-field intensity was so intimidating that even his wicketkeeper sometimes appealed despite knowing the batter was not out.

708 Runs, 10 Wickets: Duleep Trophy Final Yawn!

708 Runs, 10 Wickets: Duleep Trophy Final Yawn!

Rediff.com8 Sep 2026

What should have been a top-draw domestic red-ball clash to kick off the new season featuring some of India's Test stars has quickly turned into a lopsided contest, courtesy of a lifeless pitch heavily loaded in favour of the batters.

Starc Dethrones Bumrah to Become World's No. 1 Test Bowler

Starc Dethrones Bumrah to Become World's No. 1 Test Bowler

Rediff.com26 Aug 2026

Australian fast bowler Mitchell Starc dethroned Jasprit Bumrah to reach a career-high No. 1 in the ICC Test rankings for bowlers, after a stellar 10-wicket haul against Bangladesh.

Indian Grandmaster Pranesh M Claims Kanizsa Open Crown

Indian Grandmaster Pranesh M Claims Kanizsa Open Crown

Rediff.com24 Aug 2026

Indian Grandmaster Pranesh M secured a significant victory at the Kanizsa Open in Hungary, defeating Germany's Vadim Petrovskiy in the final round. The 19-year-old, currently ranked 44th globally, finished with seven points, earning congratulations from the Indian Embassy for his performance on the international chess stage.

Taapsee Or Hrithik: Who Nailed The 'Blind' Act?

Taapsee Or Hrithik: Who Nailed The 'Blind' Act?

Rediff.com7 Sep 2026

From forgettable turns to award-worthy performances, these actors have brought visually impaired characters to life on screen in the last decade.

Duleep Trophy Final: Ishan Kishan smashes ton as East Zone dominate Day 1

Duleep Trophy Final: Ishan Kishan smashes ton as East Zone dominate Day 1

Rediff.com6 Sep 2026

Ishan Kishan's unbeaten century put East Zone firmly in control as they ended Day 1 of the Duleep Trophy final on 385/4.

Rishabh Pant breaks Adam Gilchrist's record for most sixes in Test cricket

Rishabh Pant breaks Adam Gilchrist's record for most sixes in Test cricket

Rediff.com24 Aug 2026

Rishabh Pant has surpassed Adam Gilchrist to become the third-highest six-hitter in Test cricket, achieving the feat during India's second Test against Sri Lanka in Colombo.

Nearly one-third of voters from Delhi's draft electoral list in SIR

Nearly one-third of voters from Delhi's draft electoral list in SIR

Rediff.com31 Aug 2026

Delhi's draft electoral roll has been published, showing 47.7 lakh voters excluded. Those omitted can file claims until September 30, with the final roll due on November 4. The exclusion follows a Special Intensive Revision exercise where many electors were categorised as "uncollectable."

Why Hampshire Withdrew Ex-CSK Player

Why Hampshire Withdrew Ex-CSK Player

Rediff.com2 Sep 2026

Hampshire withdrew former csk all-rounder Scott Kuggeleijn after protests over his signing revived controversy surrounding the New Zealander despite his 2017 acquittal following a rape charge.

iQOO Z11 Debuts With Dimensity 7500 Turbo, 144Hz Display

iQOO Z11 Debuts With Dimensity 7500 Turbo, 144Hz Display

Rediff.com24 Aug 2026

The iQOO Z11 has joined the brand's Z series in India, with sales set to begin on August 25.

Pranesh Wins Kanizsa Open 2026 Chess Championship In Hungary

Pranesh Wins Kanizsa Open 2026 Chess Championship In Hungary

Rediff.com24 Aug 2026

India's 19-year-old Grandmaster Pranesh M clinched the Group A title at the prestigious Kanizsa Open 2026, defeating Germany's Vadim Petrovskiy in the final round.