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Ajay Devgn's Drishyam 3 Crosses Rs 300 Crore in Just 10 Days

Ajay Devgn's Drishyam 3 Crosses Rs 300 Crore in Just 10 Days

Rediff.com12 Oct 2026

Ajay Devgn celebrates a career milestone as his latest film, Drishyam: The Conclusion, shatters box office records by crossing the Rs 300 crore mark in a mere 10 days.

Iga Swiatek eyes late-season turnaround as WTA Finals qualification remains uncertain

Iga Swiatek eyes late-season turnaround as WTA Finals qualification remains uncertain

Rediff.com13 Oct 2026

Iga Swiatek sits 10th in the WTA Finals qualifying race and hopes to finish strongly in Wuhan, Ningbo and Tokyo after a challenging season and recent coaching changes.

'It's a no-brainer, boundary...': Jaishankar's message to China

'It's a no-brainer, boundary...': Jaishankar's message to China

Rediff.com7 days ago

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar stated that the stability of the Line of Actual Control (LAC) is essential for normalising India-China relations, asserting that border disturbances will have consequences. He connected trade and investment growth to border peace and highlighted significant economic issues, including a severe trade imbalance and lack of market access for India in China. Jaishankar also referenced the 2020 Galwan clashes as a critical turning point, underscoring the profound impact of border tranquillity on the overall bilateral relationship.

Modi govt waging war against citizens to protect Gyanesh: Dipke

Modi govt waging war against citizens to protect Gyanesh: Dipke

Rediff.com12 Oct 2026

CJP convenor Abhijeet Dipke has launched a scathing attack on the Narendra Modi government, saying it is shielding Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar.

Ranji Trophy: J&K Suffer Batting Collapse; Baroda, UP, Vidarbha in Command

Ranji Trophy: J&K Suffer Batting Collapse; Baroda, UP, Vidarbha in Command

Rediff.com12 Oct 2026

Defending champions Jammu and Kashmir were bowled out for 120, allowing Madhya Pradesh to take a 135-run overall lead on day two of their Ranji Trophy Elite Group A match. Meanwhile, Baroda, Uttar Pradesh, and Vidarbha also established strong positions in their respective matches.

UK PM Andy Burnham Faces Questions Over Support for Manchester City

UK PM Andy Burnham Faces Questions Over Support for Manchester City

Rediff.com12 Oct 2026

British Prime Minister Andy Burnham's past meetings with Manchester City chairman Khaldoon Al Mubarak have come under scrutiny following criticism of Burnham's initial response to the club's financial rule breaches.

Meerut blue drum murder: Sahil, Muskan sentenced to death

Meerut blue drum murder: Sahil, Muskan sentenced to death

Rediff.com6 days ago

A Meerut court has sentenced Muskan Rastogi and her partner Sahil Shukla to death for the brutal murder of her husband, merchant navy officer Saurabh Rajput, whose dismembered body was found concealed in a blue drum filled with cement.

West Indies' Powell, Rutherford face ICC reprimand for conduct breaches

West Indies' Powell, Rutherford face ICC reprimand for conduct breaches

Rediff.com12 Oct 2026

West Indies cricketers Rovman Powell and Sherfane Rutherford have been reprimanded and received one demerit point each for breaching the ICC Code of Conduct during the second T20 International against India.

Ankur Bhattacharjee, Diya Chitale Crowned National Table Tennis Champions

Ankur Bhattacharjee, Diya Chitale Crowned National Table Tennis Champions

Rediff.com13 Oct 2026

Ankur Bhattacharjee and Diya Chitale have won the men's and women's singles titles, respectively, at the second National Ranking Table Tennis Championships in Panchkula. Bhattacharjee defeated Raegan Albuquerque in a hard-fought final, while Chitale overcame Syndrela Das. Priyanuj Bhattacharyya and Divyanshi Bhowmick also secured U-19 titles.

Guess How Much Jacqueline's Lace Sari Costs?

Guess How Much Jacqueline's Lace Sari Costs?

Rediff.com12 Oct 2026

Rashmika Mandanna, Kriti Sanon, Ranveer Singh, Gauri Khan and more stars celebrate Swadesh's first anniversary in style, dressed in stunning traditional ensembles.

Is CSK Watching This West Indies Power-Hitter? Meet Quentin Sampson

Is CSK Watching This West Indies Power-Hitter? Meet Quentin Sampson

Rediff.com12 Oct 2026

Guyanese batter Quentin Sampson, known for his aggressive power-hitting, is attracting attention from IPL franchises, with Chennai Super Kings reportedly among those watching him ahead of the 2027 auction, following his impressive cameo against India.

Purushothaman Urges Odisha FC To Fight Till Final Whistle

Purushothaman Urges Odisha FC To Fight Till Final Whistle

Rediff.com13 Oct 2026

Odisha FC head coach T G Purushothaman has called on his players to show commitment and a competitive spirit as they prepare for their Indian Super League season opener against Punjab FC on Wednesday. Captain Lalthathanga Khawlhring also expressed confidence in the squad, while Purushothaman confirmed Rahul KP would miss the match due to injury.

Ravi Shastri Mourns Jeffrey Archer

Ravi Shastri Mourns Jeffrey Archer

Rediff.com8 Oct 2026

Ravi Shastri received a signed copy of Jeffrey Archer's final novel days before the author's death.

Russian diesel not for us, but for...: Trump amid criticism

Russian diesel not for us, but for...: Trump amid criticism

Rediff.com7 days ago

US President Donald Trump has defended a controversial diesel deal with Russia, stating it aims to stabilise the global market despite bipartisan criticism from US lawmakers. The deal, which eases sanctions on Russian diesel shipments until April 2027, has been criticised as a "gift to our adversary" that finances Russia's war efforts and offers little relief to Americans.

Captain Cummins applauds Australia's ruthlessness after dominant South Africa win

Captain Cummins applauds Australia's ruthlessness after dominant South Africa win

Rediff.com13 Oct 2026

Pat Cummins hailed Australia's grit and ruthlessness in their 214-run win over South Africa, praising Matt Renshaw's rescue act, Josh Hazlewood's six-wicket haul and the selectors' decisions.

Day 1: Australia fight back after pacers put South Africa on top in Durban

Day 1: Australia fight back after pacers put South Africa on top in Durban

Rediff.com9 Oct 2026

Pat Cummins and Matt Renshaw led Australia's fightback against South Africa, adding an unbeaten 63-run stand before bad light ended the opening day at 187/6.

Are Iranian Women Getting Ready For War?

Are Iranian Women Getting Ready For War?

Rediff.com7 Oct 2026

Iranian woman volunteers receive military training at a military training center for ordinary citizens at the Imam Hussein Square in central Tehran.

Tata's Chip Bet: A Long-Term Play for India's Growth, Says Chandrasekaran

Tata's Chip Bet: A Long-Term Play for India's Growth, Says Chandrasekaran

Rediff.com7 days ago

Tata Sons Chairman N Chandrasekaran views the group's investment in semiconductors not as a short-term financial play, but as a critical long-term commitment to India's growth and self-reliance in a sector vital for domestic consumption and global supply chains.

India's Top 8 Gold-Owning States

India's Top 8 Gold-Owning States

Rediff.com12 Oct 2026

Which parts of urban India have the highest proportion of households owning gold jewellery or bullion?

Delhi Cops Arrest Abhijeet Dipke on Flight

Delhi Cops Arrest Abhijeet Dipke on Flight

Rediff.com10 Oct 2026

Cockroach Janta Party founder Abhijeet Dipke and other CJP leaders were detained at Delhi's Indira Gandhi international airport ahead of a planned protest at Jantar Mantar.

1st Test: Australia in control as South Africa stumble on Day 3

1st Test: Australia in control as South Africa stumble on Day 3

Rediff.com11 Oct 2026

Steve Smith created history with a record 223rd Test catch as Australia took a 139-run lead over South Africa on Day 3 of the first Test at Kingsmead on Sunday.

Indian Oil To Invest Rs 40 Crore In Boxing Development

Indian Oil To Invest Rs 40 Crore In Boxing Development

Rediff.com13 Oct 2026

The Sports Authority of India (SAI) and Indian Oil Corporation have signed an MoU for Rs 40 crore over two years to bolster boxing in India. This partnership, leveraging CSR funds and SAI's expertise, aims to enhance talent identification, athlete development, coaching, and international exposure for boxers, aligning with the revamped Khelo India Scheme.

Spotted In Parmarth Niketan: Jagdeep Dhankhar!

Spotted In Parmarth Niketan: Jagdeep Dhankhar!

Rediff.com6 Oct 2026

Sightings of Jagdeep Dhankhar are rare ever since he left the vice president's office. Dhankhar and his wife Dr Sudesh were spotted at the Parmarth Niketan ashram in Rishikesh on Monday, Ocrober 5, 2026, where the couple met Swami Chidanand Saraswati and Sadhvi Bhagwati Saraswati.

SC advances hearing on Delhi's SIR pleas to October 28

SC advances hearing on Delhi's SIR pleas to October 28

Rediff.com7 days ago

The Supreme Court will hear a plea on October 28 regarding the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of Delhi's electoral roll. Petitioners seek transparency from the Election Commission on voter deletion reasons and a simplified re-inclusion process for those omitted, especially concerning Form 6. The court had previously raised concerns about "mechanical" notice issuance during the SIR, which led to 47 lakh voter deletions in Delhi.

Tukaram Mundhe transferred? Maha FDA chief says our fight...

Tukaram Mundhe transferred? Maha FDA chief says our fight...

Rediff.com13 Oct 2026

Maharashtra FDA Commissioner Tukaram Mundhe has clarified that he has not been transferred, dismissing speculation about his removal. He affirmed that the crackdown on unsafe food and substandard drugs will continue, despite recent appointment to an MPSC inquiry committee.

After Supreme Court march, Rahul to host high tea for INDIA bloc MPs

After Supreme Court march, Rahul to host high tea for INDIA bloc MPs

Rediff.com13 Oct 2026

Rahul Gandhi has convened a high tea for INDIA bloc MPs to discuss a strategy for joint protests against alleged "vote theft" and to demand the resignation of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar. This meeting follows a "March for Democracy" by opposition leaders and activists to the Supreme Court, where they filed a petition challenging alleged poll irregularities.

India Coach Gautam Gambhir Prays At Mahakaleshwar Temple In Ujjain

India Coach Gautam Gambhir Prays At Mahakaleshwar Temple In Ujjain

Rediff.com11 Oct 2026

India head coach Gautam Gambhir visited the Mahakaleshwar temple in Ujjain to offer prayers ahead of the team's third T20 International against the West Indies in Indore, with the five-match series currently level at 1-1.

Lalhlansanga's brace in vain as East Bengal lose to Iraq's Al Shorta

Lalhlansanga's brace in vain as East Bengal lose to Iraq's Al Shorta

Rediff.com7 days ago

East Bengal lost 2-3 to Iraq's Al Shorta in their second AFC Champions League Two group match on Tuesday, despite taking the lead twice through David Lalhlansanga's brace. Al Shorta scored two quick goals in the second half to secure the win, leaving East Bengal winless in two matches and failing to capitalise on a late numerical advantage.

One-off Test: Atal frustrates Bangladesh as Afghanistan survive final-day onslaught

One-off Test: Atal frustrates Bangladesh as Afghanistan survive final-day onslaught

Rediff.com7 days ago

Sediqullah Atal's 111 and Qais Ahmad's unbeaten 49, capped by a last-ball six, helped Afghanistan survive 142 overs to force a dramatic draw against Bangladesh.

Liverpool vs Man City: Officer injured, 10 arrested in crowd trouble

Liverpool vs Man City: Officer injured, 10 arrested in crowd trouble

Rediff.com12 Oct 2026

Manchester City's 3-0 win at Liverpool was overshadowed by crowd trouble, with 10 arrests and a police officer suffering a serious facial injury.

Pathak Returns To Indian Hockey Squad For Asian Champions Trophy

Pathak Returns To Indian Hockey Squad For Asian Champions Trophy

Rediff.com13 Oct 2026

The Indian men's hockey squad for the upcoming Asian Champions Trophy, to be held in Punjab from October 27 to November 5, has been announced. Goalkeeper Krishan Bahadur Pathak returns to the team, while the core of the Asian Games gold-winning lineup, led by Harmanpreet Singh, has been retained. The tournament marks the return of international hockey to Punjab, with matches in Jalandhar and Mohali.

Yasin Malik no-show at virtual hearing over death penalty

Yasin Malik no-show at virtual hearing over death penalty

Rediff.com7 days ago

The Delhi High Court on Wednesday sought a report from jail authorities regarding the non-appearance of separatist leader Yasin Malik for a virtual hearing in a terror funding case. The National Investigation Agency (NIA) is seeking the death penalty for Malik, who is currently serving a life term, arguing that his guilty plea should not preclude capital punishment for a terrorist. Malik had previously expressed a desire to argue in-person against the NIA's plea.

Bavuma laments lack of fight as Australia expose South Africa's mental frailties

Bavuma laments lack of fight as Australia expose South Africa's mental frailties

Rediff.com13 Oct 2026

Temba Bavuma blamed South Africa's lack of fight and mental lapses for their 214-run defeat to Australia, rejecting rustiness as an excuse ahead of the second Test.

Porel Breaks Down After Ton, Speaks On Rape Charges

Porel Breaks Down After Ton, Speaks On Rape Charges

Rediff.com13 Oct 2026

Bengal wicketkeeper-batter Abishek Porel scored an unbeaten century in a Ranji Trophy match against Delhi, breaking down in tears afterwards and stating, 'I want to answer everyone through cricket' in response to an alleged rape case.

Deputy ECs to visit 5 states heading for polls

Deputy ECs to visit 5 states heading for polls

Rediff.com13 Oct 2026

The Election Commission of India has commenced preparations for the upcoming assembly elections in five states, with senior officers visiting Uttarakhand and scheduled to visit Manipur and Punjab soon.

Indian Equities Fall as Crude Oil Spike, FII Outflows Hit Sentiment

Indian Equities Fall as Crude Oil Spike, FII Outflows Hit Sentiment

Rediff.com12 Oct 2026

Indian benchmark stock indices, Sensex and Nifty, experienced a significant drop on Monday, with the Sensex falling by nearly 548 points, primarily due to a fresh spike in crude oil prices, persistent foreign fund outflows, and rising bond yields.

Vivo V80 Brings Zeiss Imaging And 90W Charging

Vivo V80 Brings Zeiss Imaging And 90W Charging

Rediff.com12 Oct 2026

The Vivo V80 brings together a high-resolution AMOLED display, Zeiss-powered cameras and a large 7,200 mAh battery, making it a feature-packed option in the premium smartphone segment.

UPI MDR on transactions over Rs 2,000 deferred until after Diwali

UPI MDR on transactions over Rs 2,000 deferred until after Diwali

Rediff.com13 Oct 2026

The National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI) has deferred the implementation of a 0.4 per cent Merchant Discount Rate (MDR) on Person-to-Merchant (P2M) UPI payments above Rs 2,000, originally set for October 15, until after Diwali.

Jishnu, Ankita set new records at National Athletics meet

Jishnu, Ankita set new records at National Athletics meet

Rediff.com11 Oct 2026

Ankita shattered a decade-old meet record in the women's 3000m steeplechase, securing gold at the 65th National Open Athletics Championships. Jishnu Prasad also set a new meet record in the men's 200m, highlighting a day of impressive athletic achievements.

Yuvraj Singh appointed Delhi Capitals assistant and batting coach

Yuvraj Singh appointed Delhi Capitals assistant and batting coach

Rediff.com13 Oct 2026

Former India all-rounder Yuvraj Singh has been appointed as the assistant and batting coach for Delhi Capitals for the 2027 Indian Premier League season. This marks his first formal coaching role, reuniting him with the franchise he previously played for. He expressed excitement about working with the team and former teammate Sourav Ganguly.