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Lisandro Martinez apologises for Man Utd criticism after talks

Lisandro Martinez apologises for Man Utd criticism after talks

Rediff.com16 Oct 2026

Manchester United defender Lisandro Martinez has publicly apologised for criticising the club's hierarchy following their Champions League defeat to Atletico Madrid, after holding discussions with manager Michael Carrick and senior officials.

Marc Faber: 'India Is In A Bear Market'

Marc Faber: 'India Is In A Bear Market'

Rediff.com3 days ago

'The Indian market has struggled over the past two years.' 'It peaked in September 2024, and although it has moved up and down since then, investors have not really made money.'

Tottenham end winless streak with dominant victory over Coventry

Tottenham end winless streak with dominant victory over Coventry

Rediff.com5 days ago

Tottenham Hotspur secured their first Premier League win in 148 days, beating Coventry City 3-1 at home, a result manager Roberto De Zerbi described as 'very happy' and a sign of playing 'much better than in other games'.

After Durban disaster, South Africa ring the changes

After Durban disaster, South Africa ring the changes

Rediff.com15 Oct 2026

South Africa has made significant changes to their squad for the second Test against Australia in Gqeberha, dropping Tristan Stubbs and calling up Matthew Breetzke. Ryan Rickelton will take over as wicketkeeper, likely leading to Kyle Verreynne's exclusion from the playing XI. These changes come after their heavy defeat in the first Test, with lead pacer Kagiso Rabada expected to return.

Too Many Trophies! Shai Hope Faces Luggage Woes

Too Many Trophies! Shai Hope Faces Luggage Woes

Rediff.com15 Oct 2026

West Indies captain Shai Hope has continued his exceptional form against India, scoring his fourth century and fifth fifty-plus score in seven innings during the ongoing tour. His consistent 'Player of the Match' performances have been crucial, with the series now level at 2-2 heading into the decider on October 17 in Bengaluru. Hope also reflected on the challenging pitch conditions during their recent win.

Public Humiliation And Suicide: The Rs 10 Note Dispute That Cost A Life

Public Humiliation And Suicide: The Rs 10 Note Dispute That Cost A Life

Rediff.com3 days ago

A 23-year-old delivery executive, Sameer Hussain, allegedly died by suicide after being assaulted over a torn Rs 10 note in East Delhi. He recorded a video expressing his humiliation before consuming poison. Two accused have been arrested, and police have added abetment of suicide charges to the case.

TCS case accused Nida Khan appears in family court over divorce plea

TCS case accused Nida Khan appears in family court over divorce plea

Rediff.com16 Oct 2026

Nida Khan, an accused in the alleged sexual harassment and religious conversion case at TCS Nashik, appeared before a family court on Friday for a divorce petition filed by her husband, Moin Khan. Both parties attended a counselling session, and the next hearing is set for November 20.

Ranji Trophy: Sarfaraz Khan's 154 puts Mumbai in command against Himachal Pradesh

Ranji Trophy: Sarfaraz Khan's 154 puts Mumbai in command against Himachal Pradesh

Rediff.com4 days ago

On Day Three of the Ranji Trophy Elite Group D clash, Sarfaraz Khan scored 154 for Mumbai against Himachal Pradesh, who are trailing by 244 runs. In another match, R Sai Kishore took a hat-trick, leading Tamil Nadu to an innings victory over Uttarakhand. Railways are also in action against Rajasthan, while Haryana secured a dominant win.

Treesa-Gayatri Advance In Denmark Open; Srikanth Exits

Treesa-Gayatri Advance In Denmark Open; Srikanth Exits

Rediff.com15 Oct 2026

The Indian women's doubles pair of Treesa Jolly and Gayatri Gopichand advanced to the quarterfinals of the Denmark Open Super 750 badminton tournament. Meanwhile, Kidambi Srikanth, despite a strong performance, was defeated in the pre-quarterfinals by reigning world champion Alex Lanier. Ashmita Chaliha also exited the women's singles event.

Ranji Trophy: Manvanth Kumar's 135 Puts Karnataka on Top Against Saurashtra

Ranji Trophy: Manvanth Kumar's 135 Puts Karnataka on Top Against Saurashtra

Rediff.com5 days ago

Manvanth Kumar's brilliant maiden first-class hundred, a composed 135 off 214 balls, enabled Karnataka to post 342 all out before their bowlers rattled Saurashtra's top-order, reducing them to 164 for four at stumps on day two of their Ranji Trophy Group B match.

Mumbai's Ranji Vice-Captain Ayush Mhatre Out With Hamstring Tear

Mumbai's Ranji Vice-Captain Ayush Mhatre Out With Hamstring Tear

Rediff.com13 Oct 2026

Young Mumbai batter Ayush Mhatre has sustained a grade 4 tear in his right hamstring, sidelining him for an estimated four to six weeks, potentially longer. This injury is a significant blow to Mumbai's Ranji Trophy campaign, especially as Mhatre was named vice-captain for the season.

Bengaluru FC sink Chennaiyin FC in rain-soaked ISL clash

Bengaluru FC sink Chennaiyin FC in rain-soaked ISL clash

Rediff.com7 days ago

Bengaluru FC secured a 2-0 victory over Chennaiyin FC in a rain-soaked Indian Super League match on Saturday. Ryan Williams opened the scoring in the 24th minute, and Mihailo Perovic sealed the win with a goal in the 52nd minute, earning three points for the hosts.

Verstappen rules Singapore as Antonelli closes in on F1 crown

Verstappen rules Singapore as Antonelli closes in on F1 crown

Rediff.com11 Oct 2026

Max Verstappen of Red Bull secured a commanding victory at the Singapore Grand Prix from pole position, marking his second consecutive win of the season. Ferrari's Charles Leclerc finished second, while Mercedes' Kimi Antonelli took third, significantly extending his championship lead and potentially clinching the title in the next round. The race saw strategic battles and tyre struggles, particularly for Lewis Hamilton, who dropped to sixth place by the end.

IPO Guide: What To Check Before Investing

IPO Guide: What To Check Before Investing

Rediff.com4 days ago

'Read the prospectus as a capital allocator deciding whether the business deserves your capital at the offered price.'

Nishad, Rinku, Soumya Clinch Gold For India At Asian Para Games

Nishad, Rinku, Soumya Clinch Gold For India At Asian Para Games

Rediff.com5 days ago

India's para track and field athletes delivered a stellar performance at the Aichi-Nagoya Asian Para Games, securing six medals, including three gold, on the opening day of athletics competitions. Long jumper Nishad Kumar, javelin thrower Rinku Hooda, and visually impaired middle-distance runner Soumya each won gold in their respective events, contributing to India's strong start.

Sheetal Devi Leads India's Gold Rush At Asian Para Games

Sheetal Devi Leads India's Gold Rush At Asian Para Games

Rediff.com2 days ago

India's medal tally at the Asian Para Games reached 88, with armless archer Sheetal Devi securing two gold medals. The para-athletics contingent was the largest contributor, while medals also came from swimming, badminton, and table tennis, showcasing a strong performance across multiple disciplines.

Mythbuster: Are Diet Soft Drinks Healthy?

Mythbuster: Are Diet Soft Drinks Healthy?

Rediff.com2 days ago

Zero sugar. Zero calories. Same fizzy soft a kick. It is little wonder that diet soft drinks have become something of a cult favourite among Gen Z.

Kabaddi Champions League Unveils Season 2 Coaches

Kabaddi Champions League Unveils Season 2 Coaches

Rediff.com13 Oct 2026

The Kabaddi Champions League (KCL) has announced the coaches' roster for its upcoming Season 2, featuring experienced kabaddi personalities for 10 franchises. Coaches like Om Parkash Narwal and Ramesh Kumar expressed their commitment to building strong, disciplined teams. The official schedule and start date for Season 2 are yet to be revealed.

'Aamir Khan Wanted To Play Ujjwal Nikam In Prahaar'

'Aamir Khan Wanted To Play Ujjwal Nikam In Prahaar'

Rediff.com2 days ago

'Nobody could have played this character better than Rajkummar Rao.'

Ekta Diwas parade in Guj on Oct 31 to mark end of Maoist menace in India

Ekta Diwas parade in Guj on Oct 31 to mark end of Maoist menace in India

Rediff.com3 days ago

This year's Ekta Diwas parade in Kevadia, Gujarat, will feature around 2,000 artists from 126 Naxal-affected districts and celebrate the significant achievement of ending armed Naxalism in the country. Union Home Secretary Govind Mohan announced that Prime Minister Narendra Modi will attend the annual event on October 31, which also commemorates Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel's birth anniversary. The celebrations will include cultural performances, innovative tableaux, and will honour security forces while promoting tourism to the Statue of Unity.

What Kon-Tiki And Odyssey Teach Us

What Kon-Tiki And Odyssey Teach Us

Rediff.com5 days ago

Both journeys teach us the importance of active humility.

Narwal Secures Paralympics Quota, Arora Adds Bronze

Narwal Secures Paralympics Quota, Arora Adds Bronze

Rediff.com5 days ago

Indian para shooters Manish Narwal and Shrishti Arora won silver and bronze respectively in the 10m air pistol SH1 events at the Asian Para Games in Nagoya. Narwal's silver also secured a quota place for India at the 2028 Los Angeles Paralympics, making him the third Indian para shooter to do so. The contingent now has four medals.

PIX: Rice saves Arsenal; Real Madrid hit four, Manchester Utd trounced

PIX: Rice saves Arsenal; Real Madrid hit four, Manchester Utd trounced

Rediff.com3 days ago

Declan Rice scored a late equaliser for Arsenal in a 2-2 Champions League draw against Bayern Munich on Wednesday. Elsewhere, Real Madrid secured a dominant 4-1 victory over RB Leipzig, largely due to Thibaut Courtois's saves. Manchester United suffered a bruising 4-1 defeat to Como, with Nico Paz starring for the Italian side. Other European matches saw Galatasaray, Inter Milan, Aston Villa, Real Betis, and LASK secure wins.

India men, women gear up for Pro League home leg

India men, women gear up for Pro League home leg

Rediff.com16 Oct 2026

India's men's and women's hockey teams will kick off their 2026-27 FIH Pro League home campaigns in February. The men's team will face Germany, Argentina, Britain, and Spain, while the women's team will compete against Britain and Spain during the home leg in New Delhi.

From Taekwondo To Boccia: Chamaria's Inspiring Journey

From Taekwondo To Boccia: Chamaria's Inspiring Journey

Rediff.com7 days ago

Former national-level taekwondo player Sachin Chamaria, who suffered a spinal injury in 2008, has transitioned to boccia and is now competing at the Para Asian Games in Aichi-Nagoya, Japan. He aims for a medal and hopes to raise awareness for the sport in India, having already made a winning start to his campaign.

'Albanians burnt down Supreme Court because....': Sanjay Raut sparks row

'Albanians burnt down Supreme Court because....': Sanjay Raut sparks row

Rediff.com4 days ago

Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Sanjay Raut has ignited a controversy by suggesting India should learn from Albanian protesters who allegedly burnt down their Supreme Court due to its perceived support for a corrupt prime minister. Raut shared a video of the purported events, drawing sharp criticism from Shiv Sena leader Sanjay Nirupam, who highlighted Raut's recent apology to the Supreme Court.

India To Host Germany, Argentina, Britain, Spain In FIH Pro League

India To Host Germany, Argentina, Britain, Spain In FIH Pro League

Rediff.com16 Oct 2026

India's men's and women's hockey teams will kick off their 2026-27 FIH Pro League home campaigns in February. The men's team will face Germany, Argentina, Britain, and Spain, while the women's team will compete against Britain and Spain during the home leg from February 13 to 28.

Before you place your next trade or investment, do this 2-minute check!

Before you place your next trade or investment, do this 2-minute check!

Rediff.com4 days ago

Placing a trade or investment can take only a few clicks, but those few clicks can put your capital at risk. It is easy to get influenced by a sudden price movement, breaking news, a market trend or someone else's recommendation and act without giving the decision enough thought.

Punjab FC Snatch Late Draw Against Mumbai City FC With Gurkirat's Equaliser

Punjab FC Snatch Late Draw Against Mumbai City FC With Gurkirat's Equaliser

Rediff.com5 days ago

Gurkirat Singh scored a dramatic 90th-minute equaliser against his former club to help Punjab FC secure a 1-1 draw against Mumbai City FC in their Indian Super League match. Leandro Otormin had put Mumbai City ahead from the penalty spot in the 63rd minute, but Punjab fought back to earn a crucial point at the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium.

10 Comedies Which Turn Spying Into A Laughing Matter

10 Comedies Which Turn Spying Into A Laughing Matter

Rediff.com3 days ago

From Baadshah to Happy Patel: Khatarnak Jasoos, these spy comedies prove that espionage can be a laughing matter, even when promising premises go sometimes spectacularly off course.

HCLTech's Q2 performance: Robust growth and AI traction, but valuation concerns persist

HCLTech's Q2 performance: Robust growth and AI traction, but valuation concerns persist

Rediff.com4 days ago

HCLTech, India's third-largest IT services company, reported robust Q2 revenue growth of 2.3 per cent in constant currency, driven by services and ER&D segments, with strong new deal wins of $3.3 billion and significant traction in its AI business. Despite exceeding margin estimates and raising revenue guidance, some brokerages remain cautious due to the stock's premium valuation compared to peers.

Sarfaraz ton puts Mumbai in control vs HP; Haryana beat Chandigarh by innings

Sarfaraz ton puts Mumbai in control vs HP; Haryana beat Chandigarh by innings

Rediff.com5 days ago

Sarfaraz Khan's magnificent unbeaten 139 helped Mumbai establish a commanding 258-run lead over Himachal Pradesh in their Ranji Trophy Group D match, while Nishant Sindhu's all-round heroics secured an innings victory for Haryana against Chandigarh.

Has India Fallen Out Of Love With Weight-Loss Drugs?

Has India Fallen Out Of Love With Weight-Loss Drugs?

Rediff.com4 days ago

More patients can now afford semaglutide, but the early excitement around the drug is fading.

Dating For The First Time? Think About This First

Dating For The First Time? Think About This First

Rediff.com15 Oct 2026

'One of the biggest mistakes first-time daters make is spending too much time texting before meeting in person,' says Shalini Singh, founder of andwemet, an invite-only WhatsApp matchmaking community for Indian singles.

'He Can't Walk In Right Now': Captain Shreyas' Big Statement On Vaibhav Sooryavanshi

'He Can't Walk In Right Now': Captain Shreyas' Big Statement On Vaibhav Sooryavanshi

Rediff.com4 days ago

India's T20 captain Shreyas Iyer stated that young batting talent Vaibhav Sooryavanshi cannot immediately join the playing XI due to the consistent performance of current openers Abhishek Sharma and Sanju Samson, who were instrumental in India's T20I World Cup win.

Akash Deep returns, Iyer to lead India in NZ ODI series finale

Akash Deep returns, Iyer to lead India in NZ ODI series finale

Rediff.com17 Oct 2026

Pacers Akash Deep and Anshul Kamboj have been included in India's Test squad for the upcoming two-match series against New Zealand. Shreyas Iyer will captain the team in the final two ODIs, while Shubman Gill focuses on red-ball cricket. The article also lists the full ODI and Test squads, with the Test series starting on November 19.

Smriti Mandhana era begins: India's T20 woes in focus

Smriti Mandhana era begins: India's T20 woes in focus

Rediff.com15 Oct 2026

Smriti Mandhana will lead the Indian women's T20 team in a three-match series against Zimbabwe in Raipur, marking the start of a new era. The series is crucial for India to address their T20 weaknesses in batting, fielding, and bowling, especially after recent World Cup exits, while Zimbabwe looks to build on their recent success.

SAD Leader Seeks CBI Probe Into Anti-Drug Activist's Mansa Murder

SAD Leader Seeks CBI Probe Into Anti-Drug Activist's Mansa Murder

Rediff.com5 days ago

Senior SAD leader Harsimrat Kaur Badal has written to Union Home Minister Amit Shah, requesting a CBI probe into the murder of anti-drug activist Parvinder Singh Jhota in Mansa. She also called for an investigation into the alleged politicians-police drug trade nexus in Punjab, citing claims by Jhota's father about a wider conspiracy.

Struggling To Speak English At Work?

Struggling To Speak English At Work?

Rediff.com16 Oct 2026

'You don't have to speak perfect English to communicate confidently,' says rediffGURU Archana Deshpande, a life coach and founder of TransformMe Life Skils Coaching.

DP World To Sponsor India Championship Until 2035

DP World To Sponsor India Championship Until 2035

Rediff.com6 days ago

Global smart logistics provider DP World has confirmed its title sponsorship of the DP World India Championship will continue until 2035. This extension, part of a larger partnership, highlights India's growing importance in elite golf and as a strategic market for DP World, aiming to foster the next generation of Indian golfers.