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Phrangki Buam's brace propels Shillong Lajong to victory in Indian Football League

Phrangki Buam's brace propels Shillong Lajong to victory in Indian Football League

Rediff.com1 days ago

Shillong Lajong FC defeated Chanmari FC 2-1, with Phrangki Buam scoring twice, to move to the top of the Indian Football League table.

Khushi Khanijau Takes Early Lead at Hero Women's Pro Golf Tour

Khushi Khanijau Takes Early Lead at Hero Women's Pro Golf Tour

Rediff.com2 days ago

Khushi Khanijau carded a 3-under 68 to lead the Hero Women's Pro Golf Tour at the Jaypee Wishtown Golf Course, followed by Shweta Mansingh and amateur Guntas K Sandhu.

Sonam Wangchuk seeks 'meaningful dialogue' with Centre

Sonam Wangchuk seeks 'meaningful dialogue' with Centre

Rediff.com3 days ago

Activist Sonam Wangchuk, recently released from detention, calls for constructive dialogue between the government and the people of Ladakh, viewing his release as a positive step towards building trust.

Antonelli makes history with maiden F1 win in China

Antonelli makes history with maiden F1 win in China

Rediff.com5 days ago

Kimi Antonelli claimed his first Formula One victory at the Chinese Grand Prix, becoming the second-youngest race winner in history as Mercedes secured a one-two finish.

Indian golfers ready for Australian WPGA Championship

Indian golfers ready for Australian WPGA Championship

Rediff.com2 days ago

Diksha Dagar will lead a strong five-member Indian contingent at this week's Australian WPGA Championship. Hannah Green, fresh off a major win, is also competing.

Bhubaneswar Chosen to Host 2028 World Indoor Athletics Championships

Bhubaneswar Chosen to Host 2028 World Indoor Athletics Championships

Rediff.com1 days ago

India has been awarded the rights to host the World Indoor Athletics Championships in Bhubaneswar in 2028, marking a significant moment for Indian athletics.

CSK's Nathan Ellis ruled out of IPL 2026 with hamstring injury

CSK's Nathan Ellis ruled out of IPL 2026 with hamstring injury

Rediff.com1 days ago

Chennai Super Kings face a setback as Australian pacer Nathan Ellis is ruled out of the upcoming IPL season due to a hamstring injury.

Hitaashee Bakshi Climbs Rankings at Australian WPGA Championships

Hitaashee Bakshi Climbs Rankings at Australian WPGA Championships

Rediff.com15 hours ago

Hitaashee Bakshi emerged as the top Indian performer at the Australian WPGA Championships, while Diksha Dagar remained in the top 20. Local favourite Hannah Green leads the tournament.

IPL 2026: Kevin Pietersen won't mentor Delhi Capitals

IPL 2026: Kevin Pietersen won't mentor Delhi Capitals

Rediff.com6 days ago

Kevin Pietersen, former England captain, announces he will not be mentoring the Delhi Capitals in the upcoming IPL season due to time constraints, but will return as a commentator.

India's Infrastructure Growth Dips Amid Output Contraction

India's Infrastructure Growth Dips Amid Output Contraction

Rediff.com9 hours ago

Production growth in India's eight core infrastructure sectors slowed to a three-month low of 2.3 per cent in February, impacted by contractions in crude oil, natural gas, and refinery products output.

World Cup 2027: Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma Under Keen Watch In IPL 2026

World Cup 2027: Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma Under Keen Watch In IPL 2026

Rediff.com19 hours ago

IPL 2026 will be more about tracking the performance of those 20-odd players who are going to be in the mix for the 50-overs World Cup.

Indian Hockey Coach Fulton Promises Tailored World Cup Plan

Indian Hockey Coach Fulton Promises Tailored World Cup Plan

Rediff.com1 days ago

Indian men's hockey coach Craig Fulton has outlined his strategy for the upcoming World Cup, promising a tailored plan for each opponent and expressing confidence in the team's ability to peak at the right time.

Anti-CAA pleas: SC to start final hearing of petitions from May 5

Anti-CAA pleas: SC to start final hearing of petitions from May 5

Rediff.com19 Feb 2026

The Supreme Court has announced it will begin final hearings on May 5 regarding the constitutional validity of the Citizenship (Amendment) Act, 2019 (CAA), with over 200 petitions challenging the law.

Pakistan Cricket Board Reassures on Overseas Players' PSL Travel Plans Despite Regional Conflicts

Pakistan Cricket Board Reassures on Overseas Players' PSL Travel Plans Despite Regional Conflicts

Rediff.com3 days ago

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has dismissed concerns regarding the travel plans of overseas players for the Pakistan Super League (PSL) despite ongoing regional tensions. The 11th edition of the PSL is set to begin on March 26 and will feature an increased number of foreign players, particularly from Australia.

Delhi Woman's Bravery: Recovers Phone After Chasing Down Mobile Snatchers

Delhi Woman's Bravery: Recovers Phone After Chasing Down Mobile Snatchers

Rediff.com9 hours ago

A 26-year-old woman in Delhi chased down two mobile snatchers and recovered her phone with the help of locals after it was stolen near Kalkaji temple.

'Most Mental Health Issues Start Before Age 25'

'Most Mental Health Issues Start Before Age 25'

Rediff.com29 Jan 2026

A large-scale international study published in the journal, Molecular Psychiatry, has been tracking over 7 lakh individuals and has shown that 34.6 per cent of mental disorders begin before the age of 14 years, 48.4 per cent before 18 years and 62.5 per cent by the age of 25 years.

Gujarat Assembly Bomb Threat Email Deemed a Hoax After Search

Gujarat Assembly Bomb Threat Email Deemed a Hoax After Search

Rediff.com2 days ago

The Gujarat assembly complex received a bomb threat via email during the budget session, leading to an evacuation and police investigation. The threat was later declared a hoax.

Swadeshi Jagran Manch Urges End to Moratorium on Digital Product Tariffs

Swadeshi Jagran Manch Urges End to Moratorium on Digital Product Tariffs

Rediff.com16 hours ago

The Swadeshi Jagran Manch (SJM) is advocating for the termination of the moratorium on customs duties for electronically transmitted digital products, arguing that it hinders self-reliance, causes revenue losses, and restricts India's ability to tax emerging technologies like AI.

Chess body FIDE dismisses security concerns, keeps Candidates Tournament in Cyprus

Chess body FIDE dismisses security concerns, keeps Candidates Tournament in Cyprus

Rediff.com4 days ago

FIDE, the world chess governing body, has rejected calls to move the Candidates Tournament from Cyprus despite security concerns arising from regional conflicts. The tournament is scheduled to begin on March 28.

IPL 2026: Rajasthan Royals unveil jersey for new season

IPL 2026: Rajasthan Royals unveil jersey for new season

Rediff.com2 days ago

Rajasthan Royals unveiled their new jersey for the IPL 2026 season at an event in Jaipur on Wednesday, marking the start of a new campaign for the inaugural champions.

Murder Accused Arrested in Jharkhand While Planning Tamil Nadu Escape

Murder Accused Arrested in Jharkhand While Planning Tamil Nadu Escape

Rediff.com14 hours ago

Jharkhand Police arrested a murder suspect, Laxman Hessa, in West Singhbhum district as he allegedly planned to flee to Tamil Nadu. The arrest follows an investigation into the death of Sridhar Bari, who was killed after an altercation at Hessa's home.

T20 World Cup: 'Kerala-Punjabi bond': Samson on Abhishek partnership

T20 World Cup: 'Kerala-Punjabi bond': Samson on Abhishek partnership

Rediff.com6 days ago

Sanju Samson praises his opening partner Abhishek Sharma, highlighting their explosive partnership and the Kerala-Punjabi friendship that underpins their success after India's T20 World Cup victory.

From calm prayers to chaos: Crowd surges again for Vijay at TVK Iftaar

From calm prayers to chaos: Crowd surges again for Vijay at TVK Iftaar

Rediff.com1 days ago

Party cadres noted that the second iteration was significantly more organised than the Chennai debut, a shift partially attributed to the choice of venue and the ample parking space.

Why Samson trade could be 'blockbuster' for CSK

Why Samson trade could be 'blockbuster' for CSK

Rediff.com7 days ago

Piyush Chawla and Irfan Pathan say Sanju Samson could transform Chennai Super Kings in the IPL 2026 season as the team aims for a record sixth title under captain Ruturaj Gaikwad.

Why India is Poised to Lead in AI Enablement

Why India is Poised to Lead in AI Enablement

Rediff.com2 days ago

Cognizant's Chief AI Officer, Babak Hodjat, highlights India's unique position in AI enablement due to its strong technology foundation and large pool of digitally skilled people. He emphasises the continued importance of developers in the age of AI and Cognizant's focus on becoming an 'AI builder' company.

Diksha Dagar Finishes Strong at Women's Australian Open

Diksha Dagar Finishes Strong at Women's Australian Open

Rediff.com5 days ago

Diksha Dagar finished as the top Indian golfer at the Women's Australian Open, securing a Tied 45th place. Hannah Green won the tournament, becoming the first Australian to win the title since 2014.

8 To 1 Trump Won't Start A Gulf War

8 To 1 Trump Won't Start A Gulf War

Rediff.com12 Feb 2026

The threat of wars hovers over the negotiations in Oman, but the good part is that Trump called the talks to be 'very good' and Iran's President Masoud Pezeshkian responded that they 'constitute a step forward', points out Ambassador M K Bhadrakumar.

Shikhar Dhawan, Sophie At Kuldeep Yadav's Lucknow Reception

Shikhar Dhawan, Sophie At Kuldeep Yadav's Lucknow Reception

Rediff.com3 days ago

Former India cricketer Shikhar Dhawan attended the wedding reception of spinner Kuldeep Yadav and Vanshika Chaddha in Lucknow on Tuesday. Dhawan was accompanied by his wife Sophie.

IPL 2026: RCB's Patidar will have to deal with higher expectations this year, says Kumble

IPL 2026: RCB's Patidar will have to deal with higher expectations this year, says Kumble

Rediff.com12 Mar 2026

Defending champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru will begin the 2026 season of the Indian Premier League aiming to retain the title, but former India captain Anil Kumble believes the task will be easier said than done.

Why India is Poised to Lead in AI Enablement

Why India is Poised to Lead in AI Enablement

Rediff.com2 days ago

Cognizant's Chief AI Officer, Babak Hodjat, discusses India's unique position in AI enablement due to its strong technology foundation and skilled workforce, emphasising the continued importance of developers in the age of AI-generated code.

ISL: Stojanovic's Late Strike Rescues Jamshedpur FC

ISL: Stojanovic's Late Strike Rescues Jamshedpur FC

Rediff.com21 hours ago

Jamshedpur FC's Nikola Stojanovic scored a late equaliser to secure a 1-1 draw against Sporting Club Delhi in the ISL match on Thursday.

Will Smith, Warner Travel for PSL Despite Risks?

Will Smith, Warner Travel for PSL Despite Risks?

Rediff.com2 days ago

The Pakistan Cricket Board remains confident about the participation of Australian players in the upcoming Pakistan Super League, despite ongoing regional tensions and security concerns, particularly near the Afghanistan border.

Man Allegedly Poisons 'Friend' After She Refuses to Break Off Engagement

Man Allegedly Poisons 'Friend' After She Refuses to Break Off Engagement

Rediff.com10 hours ago

A man in Faridabad allegedly poisoned a woman after she refused to break off her engagement to another man. Both are now in stable condition, and police have registered a case against the accused.

Priyanka Chopra On Quitting Bollywood: 'Don't Like To Stay In S**t

Priyanka Chopra On Quitting Bollywood: 'Don't Like To Stay In S**t"

Rediff.com7 days ago

'Just because I am famous and have body of work in one country does not translate into every country in the world.'

Anahat Singh triumphs as upsets rock Indian Open squash

Anahat Singh triumphs as upsets rock Indian Open squash

Rediff.com1 days ago

Anahat Singh continued her dominant run with a straight game win while Egypt's Ibrahim Elkabbani defeated men's top seed Yahya Elnawasany to pull off one of the biggest upsets at the Indian Open squash tournament.

PSPB and RSPB Secure Early Wins at National Table Tennis Championships

PSPB and RSPB Secure Early Wins at National Table Tennis Championships

Rediff.com6 days ago

Traditional powerhouses PSPB and RSPB began their campaigns strongly at the 87th UTT Senior National Table Tennis Championships, securing dominant victories and moving closer to the knockout stage.

West Asia crisis: Stocks suffer worst week in years, echoing Covid chaos

West Asia crisis: Stocks suffer worst week in years, echoing Covid chaos

Rediff.com6 days ago

Benchmark indices tumbled about 2 per cent on Friday, capping one of the most turbulent weeks for domestic equities as investors fretted that the West Asian conflict could drag on for weeks or even months.

'He walks into the fire': Abhishek hailed by former World Cup champ

'He walks into the fire': Abhishek hailed by former World Cup champ

Rediff.com7 days ago

Abhishek Sharma overcame a nightmare start to smash a match-defining fifty in the ICC Men's T20 World Cup final, earning praise from former Australia wicketkeeper Brad Haddin after India's title triumph.

How a Teenager Uncovered a Fake Sports Body Scamming Athletes

How a Teenager Uncovered a Fake Sports Body Scamming Athletes

Rediff.com1 days ago

A 16-year-old Taekwondo player uncovered a fraudulent sports body, the 'Youth Khelo India Federation (YKIF),' which falsely claimed government affiliation and scammed athletes, prompting the Sports Ministry to file an FIR.

India to play T20I series in Ireland before England white-ball assignment

India to play T20I series in Ireland before England white-ball assignment

Rediff.com1 days ago

India will tour Ireland for a T20I series in June, preceding their white-ball tour of England. This series is part of Ireland's preparation for the upcoming summer and follows Paul Stirling's decision to step down as T20I captain.