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How Naman Dhir used a batter's mind to outfox Pooran

How Naman Dhir used a batter's mind to outfox Pooran

Rediff.com12 Oct 2026

India's spin-bowling all-rounder Naman Dhir discusses how his experience as a batter enhances his ability to read opponents while bowling. He elaborates on his strategy for dismissing Kamil Pooran in the recent T20I match against West Indies and outlines his role as a batting all-rounder in the Indian team, emphasising his reliance on line, length, and pace variations.

Harry Potter And The Philosopher's Stone Trailer Review: Magic Starts Anew

Harry Potter And The Philosopher's Stone Trailer Review: Magic Starts Anew

Rediff.com3 Sep 2026

The comparison will be inevitable, and watching new actors will need time to adjust and grow on fans, discovers Priyanka Bhatt.

Fatima Sana Shaikh: 'A Profession Doesn't Define A Woman'

Fatima Sana Shaikh: 'A Profession Doesn't Define A Woman'

Rediff.com6 Oct 2026

'Women shouldn't have to become experts in self-preservation simply to go to work and live their lives.'

Noida airport to be renamed after PM Modi

Noida airport to be renamed after PM Modi

Rediff.com9 Oct 2026

The Uttar Pradesh Cabinet has officially approved the renaming of the Noida International Airport at Jewar to 'Narendra Modi International Airport, Noida-Jewar', a move Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath described as a "major gift" to the state.

Prithvi Shaw to lead Maharashtra in Ranji Trophy opener

Prithvi Shaw to lead Maharashtra in Ranji Trophy opener

Rediff.com4 Oct 2026

Prithvi Shaw has been appointed captain of the Maharashtra Ranji Trophy squad for their opening match against Services, as regular skipper Ruturaj Gaikwad is unavailable due to India 'A' commitments.

IPL 2027: Double Blow For Punjab Kings! Coaches Hopes, Haddin Step Down

IPL 2027: Double Blow For Punjab Kings! Coaches Hopes, Haddin Step Down

Rediff.com8 Oct 2026

James Hopes and Brad Haddin have resigned from their coaching positions with Punjab Kings to take on head coaching roles in Australia, with Hopes heading to Queensland and Brisbane Heat, and Haddin to New South Wales.

Australia return to SA 8 years after sandpaper scandal

Australia return to SA 8 years after sandpaper scandal

Rediff.com7 Oct 2026

Australia and South Africa are set to begin a three-match Test series in Durban, with both teams looking for a boost after recent setbacks. The pitch at Kingsmead is expected to favour spinners, a departure from South Africa's usual seamer-friendly conditions, potentially influencing team selections.

Adani And Jabil Partner To Manufacture AI And Data Centre Equipment In India

Adani And Jabil Partner To Manufacture AI And Data Centre Equipment In India

Rediff.com13 Oct 2026

Adani Enterprises and US-based Jabil have signed a non-binding agreement to establish a 50:50 joint venture in India. This JV will manufacture artificial intelligence and data centre equipment, including AI racks, servers, storage, networking gear, and cooling systems, targeting both Indian and global markets. The collaboration aims to capitalise on India's accelerating data centre demand and the surging global investment in AI compute infrastructure.

'Sorry boys, I let you down': Hamilton's costly mistake

'Sorry boys, I let you down': Hamilton's costly mistake

Rediff.com11 Oct 2026

Lewis Hamilton apologised to Ferrari after missing a crucial pit entry during a Virtual Safety Car period at the Singapore Grand Prix, which prevented the team from securing a double podium. His decision to stay out led to significant tyre degradation and a drop to sixth place, costing valuable points. Ferrari team boss Fred Vasseur confirmed there was no miscommunication and acknowledged the missed opportunity.

Gaganjeet Bhullar Dominates To Win Krishna Invitational 2026

Gaganjeet Bhullar Dominates To Win Krishna Invitational 2026

Rediff.com9 Oct 2026

Seasoned golfer Gaganjeet Bhullar secured his fifth AM Green IGPL title by winning the Krishna Invitational 2026 Hyderabad on Friday. He finished with an aggregate score of 14-under-par 196, beating Karandeep Kochhar by three strokes. Bhullar's performance also led Chennai Lions GC to the team title.

Cricket crisis leaves Arunachal players in limbo before Ranji opener

Cricket crisis leaves Arunachal players in limbo before Ranji opener

Rediff.com8 Oct 2026

Arunachal Pradesh could be forced to forfeit their Ranji opener after an association dispute left the state without clarity over team selection and player travel.

'Dear PM Ambani': Musk's latest swipe at Reliance, BJP

'Dear PM Ambani': Musk's latest swipe at Reliance, BJP

Rediff.com10 Oct 2026

Elon Musk has escalated his criticism of Indian industrialist Mukesh Ambani, sharing media reports that alleged Reliance-funded firms helped boost BJP campaigns on social media and made large political donations. This comes amidst a persistent delay in the launch of Starlink satellite broadband services in India, with Musk accusing Ambani of protecting a monopoly. The Indian government maintains its telecom framework is fair and non-discriminatory, while Reliance has not publicly responded to Musk's allegations.

Gill, Iyer And The Art Of Fluent Captaincy

Gill, Iyer And The Art Of Fluent Captaincy

Rediff.com9 Oct 2026

A vital aspect of captaincy is not the title, but the confidence that a captain plant in the hearts of their teammates. And both, Gill and Iyer, do this very well, points out K R Nayar.

Auto Dealers Gear Up For Robust Oct As Festival Season Bookings Rise

Auto Dealers Gear Up For Robust Oct As Festival Season Bookings Rise

Rediff.com12 Oct 2026

Automobile dealers in India are reporting healthy bookings ahead of Navratri and Dussehra, with the Federation of Automobile Dealers Associations (Fada) indicating strong confidence in a pickup in deliveries from mid-October, despite a high base from last year's GST-led surge.

Supreme Court Lawyer Detained For Being At Protest Site!

Supreme Court Lawyer Detained For Being At Protest Site!

Rediff.com13 Oct 2026

Harvard trained lawyer Shahdan Farasat's detention by the Delhi police at Saturday's protest has ignited a crucial debate on the shrinking space for peaceful dissent and the protection of democratic rights.

Jailer 2: Meet The New Players

Jailer 2: Meet The New Players

Rediff.com13 Oct 2026

From Mithun Chakraborty and Vidya Balan to S J Suryah and Hrithik Roshan, Jailer 2 boasts an eclectic new cast. Here's a look at the fresh faces joining Rajinikanth's Tiger Muthuvel Pandian and the films you know them from.

Football Friendly: How Brazil Tamed India In Kolkata

Football Friendly: How Brazil Tamed India In Kolkata

Rediff.com3 Oct 2026

Brazil, with eight changes to their starting line-up, defeated India 4-0 in a football friendly, with Samuel Lino scoring a brace and Estevao and Pedro also finding the net.

'Fantastic ten years': Mandhana salutes Harmanpreet's decade of leadership

'Fantastic ten years': Mandhana salutes Harmanpreet's decade of leadership

Rediff.com7 Oct 2026

Smriti Mandhana, the newly-appointed India women's cricket team captain, praised Harmanpreet Kaur's "fantastic" decade-long leadership after Kaur stepped down from the role. Mandhana expressed her desire to continue their journey together, while Harmanpreet will remain a part of the team for the upcoming Zimbabwe series.

Drishyam: The Conclusion Heads For 400 Crores!

Drishyam: The Conclusion Heads For 400 Crores!

Rediff.com5 Oct 2026

Ajay Devgn's latest thriller, Drishyam: The Conclusion, has stormed the box office with a blockbuster opening.

Elon Musk: Starlink services in India must be affordable, slams 'de facto monopoly'

Elon Musk: Starlink services in India must be affordable, slams 'de facto monopoly'

Rediff.com13 Oct 2026

Elon Musk, CEO of SpaceX, stated that Starlink's services in India must be affordable for widespread adoption and that competition would benefit consumers, despite potentially reducing Reliance Jio's profits. He criticised Reliance Jio as a 'de facto monopoly' in India, alleging that certain business conglomerates were blocking Starlink's entry.

16th Hockey India Senior Men Nationals Begins In Jhansi

16th Hockey India Senior Men Nationals Begins In Jhansi

Rediff.com9 Oct 2026

The 16th Hockey India Senior Men National Championship is set to commence in Jhansi from Saturday, featuring 29 teams across three divisions. The tournament will run until October 21, with Punjab as the defending champions. The article details the pool compositions for Division 'A', 'B', and 'C', along with the knockout stage schedule.

'Staying Away From Parents Was The Best Decision'

'Staying Away From Parents Was The Best Decision'

Rediff.com14 Oct 2026

In Rediff's series on modern marriages, Pratik, 36, tells Rediff's Divya Nair how the difficult decision to stay away from both sets of parents, among other things, helped strengthen their marriage.

1st Test: Renshaw defies South Africa with gritty 190 as Australia fight back

1st Test: Renshaw defies South Africa with gritty 190 as Australia fight back

Rediff.com10 Oct 2026

Matt Renshaw's career-best 190 propelled Australia to 390 all out, while Josh Hazlewood removed Ryan Rickelton cheaply as South Africa reached 27-1 before bad light intervened.

'Our Bodies Are Wild Beings'

'Our Bodies Are Wild Beings'

Rediff.com15 Oct 2026

'Growing up in Bangladesh, I always felt that I was a piece of meat. As soon as I walked down the street, I could be the president of Bangladesh and I would still be a piece of meat because I am a woman.'

Power Bank Fires On Flights: Dos And Don'ts

Power Bank Fires On Flights: Dos And Don'ts

Rediff.com13 Oct 2026

Follow these guidelines to reduce the potential of a power bank fire on a flight.

7 Zero Belly Smoothies For Mornings

7 Zero Belly Smoothies For Mornings

Rediff.com10 Oct 2026

More and more young people, short of time, on the go, opt to start their day with a nutrient-packed smoothie that they whizz up themselves or carry in a portable blender and press on when ready to sip it.

India vs West Indies 4th T20I: India Eye Series Win in Hyderabad

India vs West Indies 4th T20I: India Eye Series Win in Hyderabad

Rediff.com13 Oct 2026

India face West Indies in the fourth T20I in Hyderabad, needing one more win to seal the series as Abhishek Sharma, Sanju Samson and Ishan Kishan lead the batting charge.

New Zealand's Will O'Rourke Ruled Out of India Tour

New Zealand's Will O'Rourke Ruled Out of India Tour

Rediff.com10 Oct 2026

New Zealand fast bowler Will O'Rourke has been officially ruled out of the highly anticipated home series against India and is expected to return in late December.

Chaudhari Secures Third Fenesta Open Crown, Kesharwani Claims Maiden Title

Chaudhari Secures Third Fenesta Open Crown, Kesharwani Claims Maiden Title

Rediff.com10 Oct 2026

Vaidehee Chaudhari secured her third Fenesta Open women's singles title, defeating Shruti Ahlawat in a tough final. Maan Kesharwani claimed his maiden men's singles title, overcoming Nitin Sinha. Ribhav Saroha and Parthsarthi Mundhe also won the boys' and girls' U-18 singles titles respectively at the national tennis championship in New Delhi.

'India-Pakistan flavour will be missed'

'India-Pakistan flavour will be missed'

Rediff.com12 Oct 2026

Indian men's hockey team goalkeeper Suraj Karkera commented on Pakistan's withdrawal from the upcoming Asian Champions Trophy (ACT) Punjab 2026. While acknowledging that fans will miss the intense rivalry, Karkera stated the Indian team remains focused on performing their best. Bangladesh has replaced Pakistan in the tournament, where India, fresh off their Asian Games gold, will enter as top-ranked contenders.

Wasim Jaffer advises Yashasvi Jaiswal to prioritise batting over wicket-keeping

Wasim Jaffer advises Yashasvi Jaiswal to prioritise batting over wicket-keeping

Rediff.com10 Oct 2026

Former India opener Wasim Jaffer has expressed surprise and concern over Yashasvi Jaiswal's decision to take up wicket-keeping at 24, advising the Test opener to instead focus on his primary skill of batting, especially with India's New Zealand tour approaching.

Gambhir on India's Defeat: 'We Need to Find a Way to Defend Totals'

Gambhir on India's Defeat: 'We Need to Find a Way to Defend Totals'

Rediff.com10 Oct 2026

India head coach Gautam Gambhir acknowledged Roston Chase's disciplined bowling spell as a 'game-changing' factor in the second T20I, but stressed the need for India to improve their ability to defend large totals after West Indies successfully chased down 250.

India Builds Resilience Against Future Global Shocks

India Builds Resilience Against Future Global Shocks

Rediff.com14 Oct 2026

Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw warned of increased global turbulence from tech disruptions, AI, and financial risks in the coming years. He stated that India is strengthening its economic and technological resilience to protect its growth from external shocks. India is focusing on domestic manufacturing and design in critical tech areas while maintaining global integration, with trust becoming as crucial as cost in supply chains.

Nations League: England crush Croatia; Spain cruise past Czechs

Nations League: England crush Croatia; Spain cruise past Czechs

Rediff.com4 Oct 2026

England delivered a stunning 7-0 victory over Croatia, with Harry Kane and Bukayo Saka each scoring twice, while Spain maintained their perfect record in the Nations League with a 3-1 win against the Czech Republic. Both teams showcased dominant performances in their respective matches.

Uttarakhand voter count falls by over 8 lakh after SIR

Uttarakhand voter count falls by over 8 lakh after SIR

Rediff.com4 Oct 2026

Uttarakhand's final electoral roll, released after the Special Intensive Revision, shows a significant reduction of approximately 8 lakh voters compared to the start of the process, with the total now standing at 71.58 lakh. The opposition Congress, however, claims the decline is much steeper, citing a 14 lakh reduction from an earlier figure. The Chief Electoral Officer's office detailed the revision process, including additions and removals, and outlined ongoing efforts to ensure all eligible citizens are included.

Manipur tense as fresh violence claims 9 lives; CM calls for restraint

Manipur tense as fresh violence claims 9 lives; CM calls for restraint

Rediff.com11 Oct 2026

Nine people have been killed in fresh clashes between two communities in Manipur's hill districts of Kamjong, Ukhrul, and Kangpokpi. Chief Minister Y Khemchand Singh has appealed for peace and restraint, and additional security forces have been deployed. The violence began on Friday night with the killing of a woman, leading to further attacks and exchanges of fire. This comes after earlier ethnic violence in the state that killed over 300 people.

'I Lost A Lot Of Things In Life Because Of Addiction'

'I Lost A Lot Of Things In Life Because Of Addiction'

Rediff.com6 Oct 2026

'I've been a recovering addict. I've been in recovery for the past six years. For most of my life, I have suffered from addiction.'

Anti-CEC stir: DSGMC files complaint against Kejriwal over Bangla Sahib row

Anti-CEC stir: DSGMC files complaint against Kejriwal over Bangla Sahib row

Rediff.com11 Oct 2026

The Delhi Sikh Gurudwara Committee (DSGMC) has filed a police complaint against AAP leaders, including Arvind Kejriwal, alleging disruptions at Bangla Sahib Gurudwara and the circulation of misleading videos. The complaint stems from an incident on Saturday where AAP-affiliated protesters entered the gurudwara premises during an anti-CEC protest, leading to chaos and alleged political activity within the sacred space. DSGMC claims this violated the sanctity of 'Guru Ghar' and hurt religious sentiments, further accusing AAP leaders of amplifying a distorted narrative.

Keya Kumar Badugu Clinches Southern India Golf Championship

Keya Kumar Badugu Clinches Southern India Golf Championship

Rediff.com9 Oct 2026

Delhi's Keya Kumar Badugu won the Ladies title at the IGU Bio-Gen Rotary Southern India Golf Championship after a playoff against Kolkata's Anaahat Bindra. Both golfers finished tied at one-under-par 215 after 54 holes, with Keya securing victory in the playoff.

Amitabh@84: 'Why Are People Keen To Retire Me?

Amitabh@84: 'Why Are People Keen To Retire Me?

Rediff.com11 Oct 2026

'Why should I think of giving up?'