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History-seeking India face improving England in heavyweight T20 World Cup semifinal

History-seeking India face improving England in heavyweight T20 World Cup semifinal

Rediff.com3 Mar 2026

India, bidding to become the first team to successfully defend the Twenty20 World Cup title, face an England side building momentum in their semifinal at Mumbai's Wankhede Stadium on Thursday.

T20 World Cup: New Zealand defeat a 'walloping' not a 'choke', says South Africa coach Conrad

T20 World Cup: New Zealand defeat a 'walloping' not a 'choke', says South Africa coach Conrad

Rediff.com5 Mar 2026

South Africa head coach Shukri Conrad denied they "choked" in their T20 World Cup semi-final against New Zealand, preferring to call their nine-wicket defeat a sound "walloping".

T20 WC: Dube's Late Blows Earn Big Applause

T20 WC: Dube's Late Blows Earn Big Applause

Rediff.com2 Mar 2026

Sanju Samson's unbeaten 97 steered India into the T20 World Cup semi-finals, but head coach Gautam Gambhir and Jasprit Bumrah credited Shivam Dube's two late boundaries for easing pressure in the tense chase against West Indies.

T20 World Cup: Pakistan's Amir Trolled as India Prove Him Wrong

T20 World Cup: Pakistan's Amir Trolled as India Prove Him Wrong

Rediff.com2 Mar 2026

Former Pakistan pacer Mohammad Amir faces trolling after his prediction that India wouldn't reach the T20 World Cup semi-finals proved wrong, despite his concerns about a controversial dismissal and India's overall performance.

T20 World Cup: We deserve to be in Mumbai, says Surya after booking semi berth

T20 World Cup: We deserve to be in Mumbai, says Surya after booking semi berth

Rediff.com2 Mar 2026

India defeated the West Indies to secure a spot in the T20 World Cup semifinal against England, with opener Sanju Samson's making an unbeaten 97.

Arshdeep's Crucial Over, Bumrah's Twin Strike Win Praise

Arshdeep's Crucial Over, Bumrah's Twin Strike Win Praise

Rediff.com2 Mar 2026

Ravichandran Ashwin praised Arshdeep Singh's crucial 19th over and Abhishek Nayar hailed Jasprit Bumrah's game-changing spell against West Indies in the Super 8 match at Eden Gardens in Kolkata on Sunday.

Outlay on electronics manufacturing hiked to Rs 40,000 crore

Outlay on electronics manufacturing hiked to Rs 40,000 crore

Rediff.com1 Feb 2026

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Sunday proposed to increase the outlay on electronics manufacturing to Rs 40,000 crore in the 2026-27 fiscal year.

What Can We Do To Minimise The LPG Misery?

What Can We Do To Minimise The LPG Misery?

Rediff.com14 Mar 2026

Let us start with ourselves. If we can reduce our LPG consumption by half, the problem is solved. Reduce wastage. Alter eating styles. Diversify methods of food preparation, suggests Vice Admiral Biswajit Dasgupta (retd).

Rising cost of English willow prompts MCC to change law

Rising cost of English willow prompts MCC to change law

Rediff.com3 Feb 2026

Cricket bats previously deemed illegal for adult amateur players are to be permitted after a change in the law brought about by the rising cost of English willow.

I've learnt from watching greats like Kohli, Rohit: Sanju Samson

I've learnt from watching greats like Kohli, Rohit: Sanju Samson

Rediff.com2 Mar 2026

'I've seen around 100 games and I've seen how the greatest people have finished the games and how do they change their game according to the game.'

T20 World Cup semifinal: Varun puts in the hard yards to regain rhythm

T20 World Cup semifinal: Varun puts in the hard yards to regain rhythm

Rediff.com4 Mar 2026

India's key spinner Varun Chakaravarthy fine-tunes his bowling skills in a dedicated training session ahead of the crucial T20 World Cup semifinal clash against England, focusing on length and control.

T20 World Cup: Morkel downplays India's inconsistency ahead of England semifinal

T20 World Cup: Morkel downplays India's inconsistency ahead of England semifinal

Rediff.com4 Mar 2026

India's bowling coach, Morne Morkel, addresses the team's inconsistent performance leading up to the T20 World Cup semifinal against England, emphasising the importance of winning the next two games. He also discusses England's strengths and the potential impact of weather conditions on the match.

T20 World Cup: When Finn Allen Launched A Meteor Shower At Eden Gardens

T20 World Cup: When Finn Allen Launched A Meteor Shower At Eden Gardens

Rediff.com5 Mar 2026

The South Africans had only recently wiped away their reputation of being chokers. Finn Allen got them to choke again.

'All The Ministers Surrounded Messi, We Couldn't See Anything'

'All The Ministers Surrounded Messi, We Couldn't See Anything'

Rediff.com13 Dec 2025

Lionel Messi's much-hyped visit to the Salt Lake Stadium in Kolkata on Saturday lasted 22 minutes, just enough to underline everything that is wrong in Indian football and the state administration's mismanagement.

Nupur Sanon Weds Stebin Ben

Nupur Sanon Weds Stebin Ben

Rediff.com12 Jan 2026

Long-time couple Nupur Sanon and Stebin Ben had a dreamy destination wedding in Udaipur, surrounded by their families and friends.

Shai Hope Takes Blame For West Indies' T20 World Cup Ouster

Shai Hope Takes Blame For West Indies' T20 World Cup Ouster

Rediff.com2 Mar 2026

West Indies captain Shai Hope took responsibility for his slow batting in their T20 World Cup match against India, which led to their elimination from the mega-event.

Jasprit Bumrah: India's Big-Game Master, in a League of His Own

Jasprit Bumrah: India's Big-Game Master, in a League of His Own

Rediff.com2 Mar 2026

Jasprit Bumrah's impact, precision and big-match temperament in the T20 World Cup draw comparisons with Sachin Tendulkar, as India's pace spearhead continues to shape games with unmatched control and cricketing intelligence.

England, Sri Lanka set for spin showdown in T20 World Cup Super 8s

England, Sri Lanka set for spin showdown in T20 World Cup Super 8s

Rediff.com21 Feb 2026

England and Sri Lanka prepare for a crucial Super Eight match in the T20 World Cup, with spin bowling expected to play a key role. England aims to replicate their recent series win in Sri Lanka, while the hosts seek to capitalize on home advantage.

Having sneaked in, England will be 'more brave' in Super 8s

Having sneaked in, England will be 'more brave' in Super 8s

Rediff.com21 Feb 2026

England captain Harry Brook acknowledges underestimating opponents in the group stage of the T20 World Cup and anticipates a stronger showing in the Super 8s, starting with their match against Sri Lanka.

Brook glad to see England get over the line vs Scotland

Brook glad to see England get over the line vs Scotland

Rediff.com14 Feb 2026

England skipper Harry Brook acknowledged the team's performance still has room for improvement as they look ahead to their match against Italy.

T20 WC: England eye Super 8s as plucky Italy beckon

T20 WC: England eye Super 8s as plucky Italy beckon

Rediff.com15 Feb 2026

England aim to seal Super Eights qualification against T20 World Cup debutants Italy at Eden Gardens, as the historic football rivalry adds spice to their Group C clash.

'Cancelled our honeymoon to see Messi'

'Cancelled our honeymoon to see Messi'

Rediff.com13 Dec 2025

A newly-married couple in Kolkata revealed that they cancelled their honeymoon to catch a glimpse of Messi in Kolkata.

Messi Returns To India But Won't Kick A Ball

Messi Returns To India But Won't Kick A Ball

Rediff.com12 Dec 2025

Eight-time Ballon d'Or winner Lionel Messi is not scheduled to play serious football on the 'G.O.A.T. India Tour 2025'.

Who is Satadru Dutta? The man behind Messi's India Tour

Who is Satadru Dutta? The man behind Messi's India Tour

Rediff.com13 Dec 2025

Satadru Dutta's rise was swift and ambitious. But that journey took a dramatic nosedive on Saturday.

Can pace depth end England's Ashes drought Down Under?

Can pace depth end England's Ashes drought Down Under?

Rediff.com4 Nov 2025

England 'quietly confident' heading into Ashes series, says Wood

Raha's Birthday Present for Papa Ranbir

Raha's Birthday Present for Papa Ranbir

Rediff.com29 Sep 2025

'I spent the entire day with Alia and Raha and just did nothing.'

SHOCKING! Australian women cricketers molested in Indore

SHOCKING! Australian women cricketers molested in Indore

Rediff.com25 Oct 2025

Two Australian women cricketers, taking part in the ICC women's World Cup, were allegedly stalked, and one of them molested, by a motorcycle-borne man in Madhya Pradesh's Indore, police said on Saturday.

SC asks poll panel to respond to parties' pleas on SIR in 2 weeks

SC asks poll panel to respond to parties' pleas on SIR in 2 weeks

Rediff.com11 Nov 2025

The Supreme Court has requested the Election Commission to respond to petitions challenging the Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls in Tamil Nadu and West Bengal. The court has also asked the Madras and Calcutta High Courts to keep proceedings on similar petitions in abeyance.

PhysicsWallah reveals safety issues that plague India's education sector

PhysicsWallah reveals safety issues that plague India's education sector

Rediff.com9 Sep 2025

A student allegedly threatened a PhysicsWallah teacher with a slipper during an online class in 2023 -- one of the several safety-related incidents revealed by the edtech unicorn in its updated draft papers filed ahead of its initial public offering (IPO).

Pickleball debuts in North Kashmir with new courts in Baramulla

Pickleball debuts in North Kashmir with new courts in Baramulla

Rediff.com7 Aug 2025

North Kashmir took a significant step in promoting fitness and inclusive recreational activities with the inauguration of its first Pickleball courts at SSM College, Parihaspora, in Baramulla district.

Coaching Classes Makes Rs 300 Billion A Year!

Coaching Classes Makes Rs 300 Billion A Year!

Rediff.com28 Jul 2025

The 2023-2024 figures showed that the size of the industry, excluding those having an annual turnover of Rs 20 crore, could be Rs 30,652 crore, assuming no tax evasion.

India's shrimp exports hit by US tariffs, UK FTA offers slim relief

India's shrimp exports hit by US tariffs, UK FTA offers slim relief

Rediff.com31 Jul 2025

India's shrimp sector was pushed into uncertainty following US President Donald Trump's decision to impose a 25 per cent tariff on all goods imported into the US from India.

Lathmar Holi Marks Start Of Mathura's Colorful Celebrations

Lathmar Holi Marks Start Of Mathura's Colorful Celebrations

Rediff.com11 Mar 2025

Traditional Lathmar Holi festivities commenced in Nandagaon on Sunday, marking the beginning of the week-long Holi celebrations in Mathura.

HOLI HAI! India Celebrates Festival Of Colour

HOLI HAI! India Celebrates Festival Of Colour

Rediff.com14 Mar 2025

Holi, the festival of colours, was celebrated across India with traditional fanfare and gaiety.

India projected to grow 6.4% in 2025 & 2026: IMF

India projected to grow 6.4% in 2025 & 2026: IMF

Rediff.com30 Jul 2025

India is projected to grow at 6.4 per cent in fiscal year 2025 and 2026, and the country's stable growth is driven by a reform momentum supporting robust consumption growth and a push for public investment, the International Monetary Fund has said. The IMF released its World Economic Outlook (WEO) Update on Tuesday.

Plea filed in SC for nationwide revision of all electoral rolls

Plea filed in SC for nationwide revision of all electoral rolls

Rediff.com8 Jul 2025

A plea has been filed in the Supreme Court seeking Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls, particularly before parliamentary, state assembly and local body elections. The court has agreed to hear a batch of petitions challenging the Election Commission's decision to undertake special intensive revision of electoral rolls in Bihar.

Pakistan offers to join probe into Pahalgam attack

Pakistan offers to join probe into Pahalgam attack

Rediff.com26 Apr 2025

Pakistan has offered to join any neutral and transparent probe into the Pahalgam terrorist attack that killed 26 people. Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif also warned India against any attempt to stop, reduce or divert the flow of water belonging to Pakistan, saying any such action would be responded to with full force and might. Sharif said Pakistan has always condemned terrorism in all its forms and manifestations and has endured immense loss of over 90,000 casualties and economic losses exceeding USD 600 billion. He also reiterated Pakistan's support for the right of self-determination of the Kashmiri people.

It's Holi Time For Widows In Vrindavan

It's Holi Time For Widows In Vrindavan

Rediff.com14 Mar 2025

The homes in Vrindavan, Uttar Pradesh are a haven for many Hindu widows, who find themselves homeless and destitute after the deaths of their spouses.

RBI lowers GDP growth projection to 6.5% for FY26

RBI lowers GDP growth projection to 6.5% for FY26

Rediff.com9 Apr 2025

Reserve Bank on Wednesday cut India's growth forecast to 6.5 per cent from 6.7 per cent estimated earlier for the current financial year on account of impact of global trade and policy uncertainties. Prospects of agriculture sector remain bright on the back of healthy reservoir levels and robust crop production in 2025-26, RBI Governor Sanjay Malhotra said while unveiling the outcome of the first bi-monthly Monetary Policy Committee meeting for the current financial year.

Mark Wood ruled out, will miss India Test series?

Mark Wood ruled out, will miss India Test series?

Rediff.com14 Mar 2025

Wood has had issues with his left knee for a year and the 35-year-old experienced "increased stiffness and discomfort" during England's Champions Trophy