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Resilient Sri Lanka salvage draw as Dinusha denies India in Colombo

Resilient Sri Lanka salvage draw as Dinusha denies India in Colombo

Rediff.com27 Aug 2026

Sri Lanka's Sonal Dinusha scored an unbeaten 133, his second century of the match, to help the hosts salvage a draw against India in the second Test, denying them a series sweep.

Dogged Dinusha Helps Sri Lanka Draw 2nd Test, India win series 1-0

Dogged Dinusha Helps Sri Lanka Draw 2nd Test, India win series 1-0

Rediff.com27 Aug 2026

Sonal Dinusha scored a brilliant century while the tail wagged around him as Sri Lanka earned a draw on the final day of the second Test in Colombo on Thursday but India claim the series 1-0.

India on brink of series sweep despite Sri Lanka's brief fightback

India on brink of series sweep despite Sri Lanka's brief fightback

Rediff.com26 Aug 2026

India is on the verge of a comprehensive series-sweeping victory against Sri Lanka in the second and final Test, despite a defiant 115-run partnership between Pasindu Sooriyabandara (92) and Kamindu Mendis (55) in Sri Lanka's follow-on innings.

BJP's 10-point resolution condemns Cong's Vande Mataram stance

BJP's 10-point resolution condemns Cong's Vande Mataram stance

Rediff.com22 Aug 2026

The BJP has strongly condemned the Congress's decision to sing only two stanzas of Vande Mataram, vowing to protect the dignity and national status of the full version of the national song and launch a nationwide campaign to spread its significance.

Raksha Bandhan 2026: Which Type Of Sister Are You?

Raksha Bandhan 2026: Which Type Of Sister Are You?

Rediff.com27 Aug 2026

Every family has that one sister who has her life completely together, the one who falls in love with everything, the one who refuses to follow the rules and, of course, the one who believes more is always more.

Delhi bus in which minor was gang-raped had 8 challans

Delhi bus in which minor was gang-raped had 8 challans

Rediff.com1 Sep 2026

Delhi Police are actively investigating the alleged gang-rape of a 16-year-old girl on a sleeper bus, mapping the vehicle's route using CCTV footage and mobile data, and uncovering multiple challans issued against the bus for violations, including operating without a permit. Forensic evidence is being processed, and the incident has drawn comparisons to the Nirbhaya case.

How IIT Guwahati's 3D-Printed Walls Could Revolutionise Earthquake-Resistant Construction

How IIT Guwahati's 3D-Printed Walls Could Revolutionise Earthquake-Resistant Construction

Rediff.com5 Apr 2026

Researchers at IIT Guwahati have developed a framework for designing earthquake-resistant 3D-printed concrete walls, potentially revolutionising construction in seismic zones.

'Writing about my life was not easy': Sonia Gandhi on her book

'Writing about my life was not easy': Sonia Gandhi on her book

Rediff.com19 Aug 2026

Congress leader Sonia Gandhi's 544-page memoir, 'Belonging: A Journey of Love', is set to be published in November, offering an intimate account of her life, from her childhood in Italy to her experiences in India and her eventual entry into politics following personal tragedies.

Dinusha's Unbeaten Century Forces Draw in Colombo, Earns Tendulkar Comparison

Dinusha's Unbeaten Century Forces Draw in Colombo, Earns Tendulkar Comparison

Rediff.com27 Aug 2026

Sonal Dinusha's magnificent unbeaten 133, including a crucial century-run stand with Keshara Nuwantha, helped Sri Lanka secure a remarkable draw against India in the second Test at the Sinhalese Sports Club.

HDFC Bank: 'When You Have Cracks In 3 Places At Once...'

HDFC Bank: 'When You Have Cracks In 3 Places At Once...'

Rediff.com7 Sep 2026

'The sales pressure on the ground, a board and CEO not fully aligned, and a senior team that isn't pulling together -- that's when these things surface.'

BHU Boosts Biomedical Research With ICMR Funding

BHU Boosts Biomedical Research With ICMR Funding

Rediff.com20 Aug 2026

Banaras Hindu University (BHU) has received approximately Rs 15 crore in funding from the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) for six biomedical research projects. These projects aim to address critical national health priorities, including cancer detection, antimicrobial resistance, and pediatric septic shock, fostering advanced research and improving patient care.

India-China Rivalry Tests BRICS' Future

India-China Rivalry Tests BRICS' Future

Rediff.com8 Sep 2026

India and China are in what experts call 'a cooperation-versus-competition situation'.

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.

Second Test: England seize command at Lord's, leave Pakistan facing another heavy defeat

Second Test: England seize command at Lord's, leave Pakistan facing another heavy defeat

Rediff.com29 Aug 2026

England seized total control at Lord's after bowling Pakistan out for 110, building a 261-run lead as Ollie Robinson and Jofra Archer dismantled their batting.

North Zone beat West Zone by 52 runs to enter Duleep Trophy semi-final

North Zone beat West Zone by 52 runs to enter Duleep Trophy semi-final

Rediff.com26 Aug 2026

North Zone secured their spot in the Duleep Trophy semi-finals by defeating West Zone by 52 runs in a thrilling quarter-final match in Bengaluru. Left-arm spinners Abid Mushtaq and Nishant Sindhu were instrumental in polishing off the West Zone tail on the final day.

2nd Test: Gill declares 'Test cricket won' after Sri Lanka's gritty fightback

2nd Test: Gill declares 'Test cricket won' after Sri Lanka's gritty fightback

Rediff.com27 Aug 2026

Shubman Gill hailed Sri Lanka's gritty resistance after Sonal Dinusha's second century forced India to settle for a draw in the second Test.

Shafali's 64, Deepti's record spell help India rout Thailand in Asia Cup opener

Shafali's 64, Deepti's record spell help India rout Thailand in Asia Cup opener

Rediff.com30 Aug 2026

Shafali Verma's explosive 64 set up India's 159 before Deepti Sharma's record-breaking 3/0 destroyed Thailand's chase, sealing a 94-run Asia Cup victory on her landmark 150th T20I.

Colombo Draw Exposes India's Big Problem

Colombo Draw Exposes India's Big Problem

Rediff.com28 Aug 2026

A world-class Test team can't afford to have a bowling attack that allows batters to feel comfortable. To be the world's best Test team, all departments of the game should be strong and striking.

How AI And A Smartphone Could Change Cricket Coaching

How AI And A Smartphone Could Change Cricket Coaching

Rediff.com4 Sep 2026

Can AI transform grassroots 'If technology can help develop players a little quicker and make coaching more informed, then it has done its job.'

16-yr-old gang-raped in moving sleeper bus in Greater Noida

16-yr-old gang-raped in moving sleeper bus in Greater Noida

Rediff.com31 Aug 2026

A 16-year-old girl was allegedly gang-raped by a bus driver and conductor in Greater Noida after she mistakenly boarded their vehicle, and was later abandoned over 40 km away in Kashmere Gate, Delhi. The two accused have been arrested, and the incident has drawn comparisons to the 2012 Nirbhaya case.

8 Heroes Of The Quit India Movement

8 Heroes Of The Quit India Movement

Rediff.com8 Aug 2026

On August 8, 1942, Mahatma Gandhi gave India a simple but powerful call: 'Do or Die'. What followed was the Quit India Movement, one of the largest mass uprisings against British rule.

Anokye's Brace Powers East Bengal To Commanding Win In AFC Women's Champions League Opener

Anokye's Brace Powers East Bengal To Commanding Win In AFC Women's Champions League Opener

Rediff.com17 Aug 2026

East Bengal's women's team secured a dominant 4-0 victory over Rajshahi Stars FC of Bangladesh in their AFC Women's Champions League Preliminary Round opener, with Olivia Anokye scoring a brace and India internationals Astam Oraon and Soumya Guguloth adding to the tally.

'Show some sportsmanship': SC gives ICG 2 weeks on female officer's case

'Show some sportsmanship': SC gives ICG 2 weeks on female officer's case

Rediff.com19 Aug 2026

The Supreme Court on Wednesday came down heavily on the Indian Coast Guard (ICG) for not granting permanent commission to a female officer, saying "we will not allow women officers to be humiliated".

CJP to hold protest march in Delhi on Sep 5; NEET victims' kin to join

CJP to hold protest march in Delhi on Sep 5; NEET victims' kin to join

Rediff.com24 Aug 2026

The Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) on Monday called for a protest march in Delhi on September 5, accusing the Centre of failing to honour the promises made on July 25 to convince the outfit to withdraw its 36-day agitation against examination irregularities.

'If The Economy Is Growing At 6.5-7%, Why Don't Wages Increase?'

'If The Economy Is Growing At 6.5-7%, Why Don't Wages Increase?'

Rediff.com4 Sep 2026

'Wages have not risen. Rural wages have stagnated. The growth was 0.7 per cent last year. For casual and irregular labour, the wage growth is negative.'

50th-ranked Tirante stuns Djokovic at Cincinnati Open

50th-ranked Tirante stuns Djokovic at Cincinnati Open

Rediff.com16 Aug 2026

Novak Djokovic suffered a surprising defeat at the Cincinnati Open, losing to Thiago Agustin Tirante in a match where the Serbian star struggled with the heat and required a medical timeout.

Colombo Test, Day 4: India close in on win even after Mendis-Sooriyabhandara fight back

Colombo Test, Day 4: India close in on win even after Mendis-Sooriyabhandara fight back

Rediff.com26 Aug 2026

India have held a significant stranglehold on the 2nd Test against Sri Lanka at lunch on Day 4 in Colombo on Wednesday.

PV Sindhu makes stunning start at Badminton Worlds

PV Sindhu makes stunning start at Badminton Worlds

Rediff.com17 Aug 2026

Indian badminton star PV Sindhu commenced her 2026 Badminton World Championships journey with a commanding straight-game victory over Sophia Noble in New Delhi.

Realme Narzo 100x 5G: Top Features, Price, Availability

Realme Narzo 100x 5G: Top Features, Price, Availability

Rediff.com29 Jul 2026

The Realme Narzo 100x 5G has arrived with a strong focus on battery life and durability.

Day 3: Rain forces early stumps as Sri Lanka reach 265-8 in Colombo

Day 3: Rain forces early stumps as Sri Lanka reach 265-8 in Colombo

Rediff.com25 Aug 2026

Prasidh Krishna's hostile spell and Manav Suthar's two wickets helped India keep Sri Lanka under pressure on Day 3, despite 50's from Pasindu Sooriyabandara and Sonal Dinusha in Colombo on Tuesday.

CJP warns of nationwide stir, accuses Centre of backtracking on FIR promise

CJP warns of nationwide stir, accuses Centre of backtracking on FIR promise

Rediff.com18 Aug 2026

The Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) on Tuesday accused the Centre of resisting the Supreme Court's bid to facilitate quashing of FIRs against students and protesters and demanded that the outfit's members be included in the high-powered committee announced by the court to examine allegations of police excesses and violence against cops.

Mumbai firm get Nadcap nod, boosts aircraft component sourcing from India

Mumbai firm get Nadcap nod, boosts aircraft component sourcing from India

Rediff.com25 Aug 2026

Mumbai-based TCR Engineering Services has become the first independent company in India to receive Nadcap accreditation for materials testing at its Navi Mumbai and Vadodara laboratories, a crucial step for Indian suppliers to enter the global aerospace supply chain.

FIFA President Infantino Tried to Reach Trump After Rights Plan Collapse: Report

FIFA President Infantino Tried to Reach Trump After Rights Plan Collapse: Report

Rediff.com3 Aug 2026

FIFA President Gianni Infantino reportedly sought support from the Trump administration following the collapse of his plan to sell a stake in World Cup commercial rights, facing mounting criticism and feeling 'isolated' by negative media coverage.

FIFA labels report of Infantino seeking Trump's help 'pure fiction'

FIFA labels report of Infantino seeking Trump's help 'pure fiction'

Rediff.com4 Aug 2026

FIFA has vehemently denied a report claiming President Gianni Infantino sought assistance from the U.S. President Donald Trump's administration following the collapse of a multi-billion dollar plan to sell a stake in World Cup commercial rights, calling the allegations 'pure fiction'.

Duleep Trophy: Gharami, Shahbaz hit tons after Sooryavanshi, Ishan's flop show

Duleep Trophy: Gharami, Shahbaz hit tons after Sooryavanshi, Ishan's flop show

Rediff.com23 Aug 2026

Teen batting star Vaibhav Sooryavanshi scored just eight runs on his Duleep Trophy debut for East Zone before Sudip Gharami and Shahbaz Ahmed hit hundreds to power them to 355 for 6 against North East.

PV Sindhu Dominates Opening Match At BWF World Championships

PV Sindhu Dominates Opening Match At BWF World Championships

Rediff.com17 Aug 2026

Two-time Olympic medallist PV Sindhu commenced her campaign at the BWF World Championships with a dominant victory over Ireland's Sophia Noble. Sindhu, a five-time World Championships medallist, is aiming for a historic sixth medal at the event. Other Indian pairs, including Treesa Jolly-Gayatri Gopichand and Hariharan Amsakarunan-MR Arjun, also advanced.

What Makes Crypto Rise Or Fall?

What Makes Crypto Rise Or Fall?

Rediff.com14 Aug 2026

Crypto can rise or fall for many reasons. Here's a simple guide to what gives digital assets value and drives their prices.

Hockey World Cup: Netherlands dent India's semi-final hopes with 3-1 win

Hockey World Cup: Netherlands dent India's semi-final hopes with 3-1 win

Rediff.com23 Aug 2026

India's strong defensive start unravelled after half-time as three Dutch goals secured a 3-1 win, denting the team's World Cup semifinal hopes.

Hazlewood joins Australia's Test greats with milestone

Hazlewood joins Australia's Test greats with milestone

Rediff.com15 Aug 2026

Australian pacer Josh Hazlewood has become the ninth Australian bowler to take 300 Test wickets, achieving the milestone during the first Test against Bangladesh in Darwin with his 14th career five-wicket haul.

Sri Lanka face big selection dilemma ahead of India Test

Sri Lanka face big selection dilemma ahead of India Test

Rediff.com21 Aug 2026

Former Sri Lanka all-rounder Russel Arnold believes the hosts will struggle to add another frontline spinner to their playing XI for the second Test against India without upsetting the team's overall balance, especially given their batting struggles.