News for 'Ranchi'

RSS seeks social unity, not power or pressure politics: Bhagwat

RSS seeks social unity, not power or pressure politics: Bhagwat

Rediff.com7 Feb 2026

RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat stated that the Sangh's objective is to unite society, not to seek power or become a pressure group. He emphasized that the RSS is not against anyone and aims to support positive efforts in the country.

How one message triggered Sooryavanshi's 175 rampage

How one message triggered Sooryavanshi's 175 rampage

Rediff.com6 Feb 2026

Manish Ojha, coach of Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, shares insights into the young cricketer's training and mindset after his record-breaking century in the U-19 World Cup.

Kohli, Rohit Go Full Throttle In The Nets!

Kohli, Rohit Go Full Throttle In The Nets!

Rediff.com29 Nov 2025

The senior duo of Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma went full throttle in India's practice session on the eve of the India vs South Africa first ODI in Ranchi.

Virat Kohli: Eternal King Of Run Chases!

Virat Kohli: Eternal King Of Run Chases!

Rediff.com12 Jan 2026

Virat Kohli has now amassed 1,091 runs in 300-plus successful chases in ODIs, averaging 121.22 with a strike rate of 125.25, including seven hundreds and two fifties.

'Looking To Get Better Every Day': What Drives Kohli

'Looking To Get Better Every Day': What Drives Kohli

Rediff.com1 Dec 2025

Virat Kohli said staying in control of his emotions and thoughts despite the game's ups and downs has been central to his journey.

HIL: Shootout drama lifts Kalinga Lancers to top spot

HIL: Shootout drama lifts Kalinga Lancers to top spot

Rediff.com11 Jan 2026

Jed Snowden came off the bench in the shootout to secure a 3-1 win for the Vedanta Kalinga Lancers against HIL GC after the two teams were locked 1-1 at the end of regulation time in the men's Hockey India League (HIL) in Ranchi on Sunday.

Rohit betters Shahid Afridi's record for most ODI sixes

Rohit betters Shahid Afridi's record for most ODI sixes

Rediff.com30 Nov 2025

India opener Rohit Sharma bettered Pakistan's Shahid Afridi's record for maximum sixes (352) by a batter in the history of One-Day Internationals in the first ODI against South Africa, in Ranchi, on Sunday.

Goa nightclub fire: 3 cooks from Jharkhand among dead

Goa nightclub fire: 3 cooks from Jharkhand among dead

Rediff.com7 Dec 2025

Three young men from Jharkhand had migrated to Goa a year ago to earn a better living for their families back home and started working as cooks in 'Birch by Romeo Lane' nightclub in north Goa.

Massive milestone beckons for Rohit in Raipur

Massive milestone beckons for Rohit in Raipur

Rediff.com2 Dec 2025

Rohit Sharma is 41 short of 20,000 international runs, will be fourth Indian to reach milestone

What's Kohli Doing In Dhoni's Hometown?

What's Kohli Doing In Dhoni's Hometown?

Rediff.com26 Nov 2025

Virat Kohli arrived in Ranchi ahead of the first One-Day International against South Africa on Wednesday morning.

Drama as fan breaches security to touch Kohli's feet!

Drama as fan breaches security to touch Kohli's feet!

Rediff.com30 Nov 2025

Fan breaches security to greet Virat Kohli following his 52nd ODI ton during Ranchi ODI vs SA

Rohit back as World No 1 batter in ODIs

Rohit back as World No 1 batter in ODIs

Rediff.com27 Nov 2025

Rohit Sharma has returned to the No. 1 spot in the latest ICC ODI batting rankings ahead of the upcoming three-match ODI series against South Africa.

After classic knock, Kohli reveals how he stays match-ready

After classic knock, Kohli reveals how he stays match-ready

Rediff.com30 Nov 2025

Never believed in over-preparation, all my game has been mental: Kohli

Kohli rises to No. 4 in ICC ODI rankings; Rohit top

Kohli rises to No. 4 in ICC ODI rankings; Rohit top

Rediff.com3 Dec 2025

Virat Kohli moved up to No. 4 in the latest ICC rankings with a match-winning hundred against South Africa in the first ODI at Ranchi boosting his ascend.

Fans Swarm Virat Kohli At Vadodara Airport

Fans Swarm Virat Kohli At Vadodara Airport

Rediff.com8 Jan 2026

He was greeted with chants of 'Kohli, Kohli' with fans jostling for selfies and handshakes, as Kohli struggled to make his way through the crowd to his car.

North India shivers: Delhi coldest in 3 years, record chill in Chandigarh

North India shivers: Delhi coldest in 3 years, record chill in Chandigarh

Rediff.com13 Jan 2026

Delhi recorded its coldest January morning in three years with the minimum temperature dropping to 3 degrees Celsius. Cold wave conditions are expected to persist, and air quality has deteriorated to the 'very poor' category.

Kohli Hits Mega Milestone, Goes Past Tendulkar!

Kohli Hits Mega Milestone, Goes Past Tendulkar!

Rediff.com30 Nov 2025

Virat surpasses Tendulkar for most centuries in a single format, extends golden run in Ranchi

Budget 2026 boosts healthcare spend, drugs relief

Budget 2026 boosts healthcare spend, drugs relief

Rediff.com1 Feb 2026

The government on Sunday gave a strong push to upgradation and expansion of healthcare infrastructure, medical education and pharma sector with the Union Budget 2026-27 announcing a slew of steps, including those aimed at making India a global hub for allied healthcare professionals and biopharma manufacturing.

'From the first ball, hundred felt inevitable'

'From the first ball, hundred felt inevitable'

Rediff.com4 Dec 2025

Virat Kohli's second successive ton during the second ODI against South Africa here seemed "inevitable" as the stalwart got off the mark with a six, carrying the confidence of his first-game heroics, feels former India captain Sunil Gavaskar.

Rahul Or Pant? India Face Tricky ODI Selection Dilemma

Rahul Or Pant? India Face Tricky ODI Selection Dilemma

Rediff.com28 Nov 2025

Rishabh Pant's place in the playing eleven is far from guaranteed, while Washington Sundar and Nitish Kumar Reddy are locked in a tight contest for the additional all-rounder's slot as India confront several selection dilemmas ahead of the first ODI against South Africa in Ranchi.

Kohli rules out Test return, vows to stick to ODIs!

Kohli rules out Test return, vows to stick to ODIs!

Rediff.com1 Dec 2025

Virat Kohli ruled out any possibility of returning to Test or Twenty20 internationals after his player-of-the-match century guided India to a 17-run win over South Africa.

Nitin Nabin elected BJP chief unopposed; youngest in party history

Nitin Nabin elected BJP chief unopposed; youngest in party history

Rediff.com20 Jan 2026

Nitin Nabin, a five-time Bihar MLA, has been elected unopposed as the BJP national president, becoming the youngest person to hold the position. His appointment signals a generational shift in the party's leadership as it prepares for key state elections.

'Once again, Virat has let his bat do the talking'

'Once again, Virat has let his bat do the talking'

Rediff.com30 Nov 2025

"For anyone questioning him, he lets his bat do the talking": Virat Kohli's childhood coach

Feeling free in mind, haven't played like this in 2-3 years: Kohli

Feeling free in mind, haven't played like this in 2-3 years: Kohli

Rediff.com6 Dec 2025

Virat Kohli said he is 'feeling really free' mentally after producing another match-winning effort to help India clinch the three-match ODI series.

Rohit and Kohli have the fire to win ODI WC: Ashwin

Rohit and Kohli have the fire to win ODI WC: Ashwin

Rediff.com30 Dec 2025

Ashwin added that Kohli is in fine touch, a positive sign for Indian cricket.

'Rohit surpassing Afridi's sixes record no small feat'

'Rohit surpassing Afridi's sixes record no small feat'

Rediff.com2 Dec 2025

Spin great Ravichandran Ashwin praised Rohit Sharma's remarkable transformation after he surpassed Shahid Afridi's record for the most sixes in ODIs.

India's focus now on winning ODI series, says captain Rahul

India's focus now on winning ODI series, says captain Rahul

Rediff.com29 Nov 2025

India will be bolstered by the return of former captains Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma - both of whom have retired from Test cricket - adding more depth and experience to the side.

'Sach Toh Unhe Hi Bolna Padhega'

'Sach Toh Unhe Hi Bolna Padhega'

Rediff.com30 Dec 2025

'I felt they (Rohit and Kohli) had this cycle left. It could be that we don't know what actually transpired.'

After Ranchi, bird flu outbreak reported in Bokaro; 250 birds dead

After Ranchi, bird flu outbreak reported in Bokaro; 250 birds dead

Rediff.com9 Mar 2025

A bird flu outbreak caused by the H5N1 strain has been reported in Bokaro, Jharkhand, leading to the death of around 250 birds at a government poultry farm. The outbreak was confirmed on March 7, prompting authorities to cull 46 birds and destroy 506 eggs at the farm. A 1-km radius has been declared an affected zone, where birds will be culled, and a 10-km radius has been designated as a surveillance zone, prohibiting the sale and purchase of poultry. This outbreak comes roughly a month after a similar incident in Ranchi, where 5,500 birds were culled.

Ashwin says Kohli's Test retirement was deliberate

Ashwin says Kohli's Test retirement was deliberate

Rediff.com1 Dec 2025

Ravichandran Ashwin said that while everyone wants Virat Kohli back playing Tests for India, his decision to retire was his choice, and it should be respected.

'You Will Notice Two Virat Kohlis...'

'You Will Notice Two Virat Kohlis...'

Rediff.com1 Dec 2025

'One who was aggressive in the Powerplay, and the other after the Powerplay when wickets were falling he turned into an adamant batter, who batted sensibly and was not ready to give away his wicket.'

Rohit and Kohli Open Up on Motivation, Mindset and ODI Return

Rohit and Kohli Open Up on Motivation, Mindset and ODI Return

Rediff.com30 Nov 2025

'The will to work and commitment to put in work is as high as it has ever been.'

Fog disrupts ops at Delhi airport; 177 flights cancelled, 500 delayed

Fog disrupts ops at Delhi airport; 177 flights cancelled, 500 delayed

Rediff.com20 Dec 2025

Dense fog disrupted operations at Delhi airport, leading to cancellations and delays of hundreds of flights. Airlines are offering refunds and rescheduling options.

India bank on Kohli-Rohit magic to seal ODI series

India bank on Kohli-Rohit magic to seal ODI series

Rediff.com2 Dec 2025

A record-extending 52nd ODI century by Virat Kohli and a rapid 57 from Rohit Sharma paved the way for India's victory in the series-opener in Ranchi.

PIX: Vintage Kohli blows SA away in first ODI

PIX: Vintage Kohli blows SA away in first ODI

Rediff.com30 Nov 2025

Senior batter Virat Kohli's awesome genius in 50-over format was on full view during his 52nd hundred that guided India to a strong 349 for eight against South Africa in the first ODI of the three-match series in Ranchi on Sunday.

'I don't care about...' Rana has a message for haters!

'I don't care about...' Rana has a message for haters!

Rediff.com2 Dec 2025

I won't be able to play freely if I focus on criticism: Harshit Rana

India look to regroup vs SA as focus shifts to white ball

India look to regroup vs SA as focus shifts to white ball

Rediff.com28 Nov 2025

The focus is to bring momentum back into the Indian dressing room: Morne Morkel

84-ball 190: Suryavanshi smashes De Villiers' record!

84-ball 190: Suryavanshi smashes De Villiers' record!

Rediff.com24 Dec 2025

Vaibhav Suryavanshi, aged 14 years and 272 days, shattered former South African cricketer AB de Villiers' record for the fastest 150 in men's List A cricket.

North India shivers as cold wave intensifies; Delhi freezes, Raj sub-zero

North India shivers as cold wave intensifies; Delhi freezes, Raj sub-zero

Rediff.com11 Jan 2026

A severe cold wave has intensified across North India, with Delhi recording its lowest temperature of the season. Rajasthan experienced sub-zero temperatures, and several states have issued alerts and closed schools due to the extreme conditions.

After 15 years, Kohli set to light up Vijay Hazare

After 15 years, Kohli set to light up Vijay Hazare

Rediff.com3 Dec 2025

Virat Kohli confirms his availability for Vijay Hazare Trophy